Building an Inclusive Future for Sandy Springs

By Dontaye Carter

This week, I had the honor of speaking with the Atlanta Black Chambers about why I’m running for mayor of Sandy Springs and the vision I have for our city’s future.

Sandy Springs is a vibrant, growing city filled with potential. But too many of our neighbors—especially minority entrepreneurs and working families—still face barriers to opportunity. That must change.

I’m running because I believe in a Sandy Springs where success isn’t reserved for a few, but made possible for all. That means fostering a truly business-friendly environment—one that intentionally supports minority-owned businesses, expands access to city contracts, and builds pathways for growth and sustainability.

It also means addressing one of the most urgent issues in our city: housing affordability. The people who work here—teachers, nurses, first responders, small business employees—should also be able to live here. My plan includes smart, inclusive policies that increase affordable housing options while protecting the character of our neighborhoods.

Leadership isn’t about maintaining the status quo. It’s about having the courage to make change that matters. My agenda is rooted in equity, economic empowerment, and a belief that cities thrive when every voice is heard and every community is invested in.

I’m grateful to the Atlanta Black Chambers for providing a platform to speak with fellow business leaders, and I’m even more excited about the work ahead.

Together, we can build a Sandy Springs that is inclusive, innovative, and bold enough to lead.

Let’s get to work.

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