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On Monday, March 30, 2026, Councilwoman Tracie Arnold – Ward 3, will unveil a beautiful mural to the residents of College Park’s Ward 3 and Clayton County at West Fayetteville and Riverdale Roads.

The beautiful work of art serves as a vibrant introduction to College Park’s Ward 3 and Clayton County serving as historical landmark.The mural serves as representation of partnership between the City of College Park Ward 3 and Clayton County - two government jurisdictions that work together to provide the highest level of service to its residents.“This mural is one of many beautification projects that came about because our residents have shared, they want to live in beautiful and clean communities,” said Councilwoman Tracie Arnold. “It’s a beautiful work of art that welcomes visitors to the corridor of Ward 3, Riverdale and West Fayetteville Roads.”Additionally, the 350 feet mural serves as a special recognition during National Women’s History Month as it features Councilwoman Tracie Arnold - Ward 3, Chairwoman Dr. Alieka Anderson Henry, Clayton County Commission, and Vice Chairman Gail Hambrick, County Commissioner – together these leaders recognize the importance of partnership for the forward movement of their respective jurisdictions.ABOUT THE FEATURED POLITICAL FIGURES
Councilwoman – Ward 3, Tracie ArnoldCouncilwoman Arnold is passionate about “increasing the quality of life for OUR community.” With a background as the former Homeowners Association President for the Princeton Village Subdivision in the Historic District of College Park's Ward 3, she brings valuable leadership experience to her role. Additionally, Councilwoman Arnold is actively involved in Cliftondale United Methodist Church, where she has served as the Youth Ministry Leader and Finance Committee Chair.Her professional journey began with a prominent internship at the National Science Foundation, igniting her passion for public service. She then transitioned into Georgia's government sector, where she played a vital role in supporting human resource information systems at the Georgia Institute of Technology. Building on this experience, she embraced the challenges of an information technology (IT) consulting career with STI Knowledge, Inc., where she excelled in roles serving notable clients such as Chick-fil-A, National Data Corporation, and Fulton County Schools.Her mission is to increase the quality of life for OUR community by prioritizing safer communities; prioritizing diverse, equitable, and inclusive communities, prioritizing financial transparency; and prioritizing connected communities. Click Here to read her full biography.Clayton County Vice Chair Commissioner Gail HambrickClayton County Vice Chair Commissioner Gail Hambrick has been a resident of Clayton County for over 30 years and is deeply rooted in the community. She has two daughters who were educated in Clayton County, and both are graduates of Fort Valley State University.Gail Hambrick graduated high school in McDonough, Henry County Georgia. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology and a Master’s Degree in Guidance and Counseling from Fort Valley State University. Her work experiences include the State of Georgia, Governor’s Office of Consumer Affairs, Office of Commissioner of Insurance and the Department of Human Resources. She retired from the State of Georgia in 2007 after 34 years of service. Commissioner Hambrick received the “Unsung Hero” Award presented by the State Legislative Black Caucus in 2007. Click Here to read her full biography.Chairwoman Dr. Alieka Anderson Henry, Clayton CountyDr. Alieka Anderson-Henry is a visionary public servant, educator, and community advocate who proudly serves as the first African American Chairwoman of Clayton County, Georgia. Since being sworn in to the Clayton County Board of Commissioners on October 26, 2021, she has exemplified transparent, inclusive, and forward-thinking leadership. Elected Chair in 2024 after serving three years as District 1 Commissioner, Chairwoman Anderson-Henry continues to guide Clayton County with a focus on unity, progress, and opportunity for all residents.Born in Atlanta, Georgia, in 1974 to Dorothy and Henry Harrison Anderson III, Dr. Anderson-Henry developed a passion for public service early in life under the mentorship of distinguished leaders such as Maynard Jackson, Andrew Young, and Shirley Franklin, as well as her father, the late Mr. Henry Harrison Anderson. Inspired by their examples of transformative leadership, she committed herself to making a meaningful and lasting impact in her community. Click Here to read her full biography.

About College Park - Ward 3

The ward, highlighted on the map in blue, encompasses the historic neighborhoods surrounding Woodward Academy, Virginia Avenue, the Federal Aviation Administration building and the College Park Marta station; both Clayton County and Fulton County neighborhoods surrounding the Godby Road corridor and Anchor Hospital, and also includes the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.As your city council representative, I look forward to continuing to enhance our community and economic development opportunities to ensure that our city is a premier destination to visit, live, work, play, and worship.Be sure to sign up for the Ward 3 newsletter by using the form at the bottom of this website.

Councilwoman Tracie Arnold

About Councilwoman Arnold

Councilwoman Arnold is passionate about “increasing the quality of life for OUR community.” With a background as the former Homeowners Association President for the Princeton Village Subdivision in the Historic District of College Park's Ward 3, she brings valuable leadership experience to her role. Additionally, Councilwoman Arnold is actively involved in Cliftondale United Methodist Church, where she has served as the Youth Ministry Leader and Finance Committee Chair.Her professional journey began with a prominent internship at the National Science Foundation, igniting her passion for public service. She then transitioned into Georgia's government sector, where she played a vital role in supporting human resource information systems at the Georgia Institute of Technology. Building on this experience, she embraced the challenges of an information technology (IT) consulting career with STI Knowledge, Inc., where she excelled in roles serving notable clients such as Chick- fil-A, National Data Corporation, and Fulton County Schools.In 2007, she returned to Georgia’s state government at the University System at the Board of Regents and served in roles for the offices of Fiscal Affairs - Budget, Organizational Effectiveness, and Strategic Implementation.Councilwoman Arnold’s professional career spans both K-12 and higher education, human resources, finance, information technology, and non-profit agencies. She has more than 25 years of leadership and management experience in both the public and private sectors in developing, implementing, and managing innovative business systems, processes, and procedures and currently works as Director of Business Operations & Chief of Staff for the School of Biomedical Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology & Emory University.Councilwoman Arnold takes pride in matriculating through Atlanta Public Schools and graduating from Benjamin E. Mays’ Academy of Math and Science. She is also a proud alum of Clark Atlanta University holding a Bachelor of Science in Physics and she’s a “Honors” graduate with a Masters of Computer Information Systems from the University of Phoenix, both in Atlanta, Georgia. She has achieved several professional certifications and maintains the professional designation of a Project Management Professional (PMP)®.After the November 7, 2023 election, Councilwoman Arnold compliments her academic and professional achievements with the ultimate societal accolade of "History Maker." She became the first female to represent Ward 3, achieving victory with 62% of the votes, defeating her incumbent opponent and now holds the City's record for greatest margin of victory and highest voter turnout ever in Ward 3 and in the city.Her mission is to increase the quality of life for OUR community by prioritizing safer communities; prioritizing diverse, equitable, and inclusive communities; prioritizing financial transparency; and prioritizing connected communities. She also understands the unique composition of her ward and desires to preserve the historic elements while also introducing:

Expanded and affordable educational and recreational programs for children and seniors.
Expanded job opportunities for citizens and increased wages for city workers.
Enhanced living standards and affordable housing.
Enhanced sustainability measures of cleaner streets, dog parks, recreational green-spaces and community gardens.

In her first 100 days, she has accomplished being appointed to the Clayton County Municipal Association’s Bylaws Committee, being appointed to the City of College Park’s Pension Board, implementing streetscape enhancements to the Godby Road corridor, co-sponsoring legislation for low/no cost registration for recreational programs and sponsoring legislation to include HBCU street names within College Park’s new 6 West development.

"I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel" _{Maya Angelou}

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