Amber Connor

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Amber Connor

Nonpartisan

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 5, 2024

Education

High school

Nettleton High School

Personal

Birthplace

Macon-Bibb County, Ga.

Religion

Christian: Baptist

Profession

Small business owner

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Amber Connor ran in a special election to the Atlanta City Council to represent At-large Post 3 in Georgia. She lost in the special general election on November 5, 2024.

Connor completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Amber Connor was born in Macon, Georgia. She graduated from Nettleton High School. She attended Arkansas State University. Her career experience includes working as a small business owner.

Elections

2024

See also: City elections in Atlanta, Georgia (2024)

General runoff election

Special general runoff election for Atlanta City Council At-large Post 3

Eshé Collins defeated Nicole Evans Jones in the special general runoff election for Atlanta City Council At-large Post 3 on December 3, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Eshé Collins (Nonpartisan)	60.0	8,747
		Nicole Evans Jones (Nonpartisan)	40.0	5,834

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	There were no incumbents in this race. Source	Total votes: 14,581
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General election

Special general election for Atlanta City Council At-large Post 3

Nicole Evans Jones and Eshé Collins advanced to a runoff. They defeated Amber Connor, Devin Barrington-Ward, and Duvwon Robinson in the special general election for Atlanta City Council At-large Post 3 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Nicole Evans Jones (Nonpartisan)	40.0	71,824
✔		Eshé Collins (Nonpartisan)	24.5	43,910
		Amber Connor (Nonpartisan)	15.3	27,416
		Devin Barrington-Ward (Nonpartisan)	13.4	24,112
	Submit photo	Duvwon Robinson (Nonpartisan)	6.8	12,152

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 179,414
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Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Amber Connor completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Connor's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

'''Amber Higgins Connor''' is a Georgia native and longtime resident of Atlanta who served as the Ambassador to the Republic of Moldova during the 1996 Olympic games. She is a businesswoman, community advocate and political advisor. She is the founder and president of Atlanta-based non-profit Concerned Citizens United, which focuses on public safety policies and issues. During 2019-2020 Amber worked with Georgia State legislators to pass a bill that was signed into law by Georgia Governor, Brian Kemp. Bill 402 holds Judges accountable and creates transparency for their decisions in relation to signature bonds. Her most recent efforts have been focused on rising property taxes and has pushed legislation for a 3% cap on raising these taxes in any given year in order to help home owners keep their property. Amber is a member of The Carter Center's Ambassador's Circle; she served as the Security Chair for The Buckhead Council of Neighborhoods, and has served on the Atlanta Police Citizen Advisory Board, as well as the Integrity Transition Teams for the Fulton County Sheriff and Fulton County District Attorney's office.

Amber is a vocalist for the Georgia Symphony Orchestra and Chorus and continues to volunteered her time and services in the Atlanta Metro Area as a Georgia Master Gardener.

Amber is a wife to her husband Chase Connor and the two have been married for twenty-three years. They have two young boys, Caleb and Noah

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Public Safety & Accountability: Advocates for effective policing reforms, crime prevention strategies, victim advocacy and transparency within the justice system.
• Combatting Extreme Property Tax Hikes: Committed to addressing the burden of high property taxes on Atlanta residents, particularly those in rapidly gentrifying neighborhoods. Amber will advocate for tax relief measures, including expanded exemptions for seniors and low-income homeowners, and work to implement fair property tax assessments that reflect the true value of properties without forcing longtime residents out of their homes.
• Education: I will champion for more parental involvement concerning school curriculum taught within our school districts and give parents an opportunity to become an essential collaborator while making improvements in public education, ensuring every child has access to quality learning opportunities that include teaching trades such as Electrical, Welding, Automotive Technology, Carpentry, Culinary Arts, Information Technology, Cosmetology, Robotics and Construction Management. I will advocate for trades to be added back into the public school system.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Community-Centered Governance: Prioritizing the needs and voices of all Atlanta residents, ensuring access to resources and opportunities.

Economic Empowerment: Supporting local businesses, job creation, and initiatives that foster economic growth, particularly in underserved communities.

Sustainable Development: Promoting responsible urban planning that balances growth with environmental stewardship and preserves Atlanta’s unique character.

Affordable Housing: Committed to expanding affordable housing options for Atlanteans to have access to affordable homes while addressing issues concerning predatory lending to new home owners.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

Film: "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington" (1939) - This film follows a man who enters politics with idealistic views and ends up confronting corruption and moral ambiguity. I appreciate the protagonist's journey of sticking to ones values and pushing for integrity in governance. This film feels very relevant to my goals for Atlanta's City Council.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

The most essential principles for an elected official are integrity, accountability, empathy, clear communication, and strong problem-solving skills. Integrity and accountability build trust and transparency, ensuring officials serve the community honestly. Empathy allows leaders to understand diverse perspectives, leading to inclusive decisions. Effective communication fosters connection and transparency, while problem-solving skills enable practical, impactful solutions to the challenges our community faces.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

As a sixteen year resident in District 9, I have listened to the concerns of long time (legacy) community residents with fixed incomes who were scared of losing their homes due to rising property taxes. This concern led me to initiated the demand for, and passed along legislative measures to the city and state representatives for a 3% cap on property taxes. I continue to fight against these rising taxes in order to keep Atlanta families in their homes. During the city planning for the Gulch, I stood against the 30 year TAD and abatements demanded by the CIM group knowing that this tax exemption would cut our Atlanta Public School funding and put an increased tax burden on property owners. I called on City Council members to vote against the deal and to not ignore the constituents’ desires, knowing that we would be fronting the bill through higher property taxes in the upcoming years. These efforts reduced the TAD from 30 to 15 years. I am not against economic development, but I do believe that it should not be done at the expense of the tax payers.

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