Longtime Atlanta City Council Member Jim Maddox dies

Longtime Atlanta City Council Member Jim Maddox has died, the council announced in a statement.

Known as the Dean of the Atlanta City Council, Maddox retired in 2009 after serving 32 years and eight terms in office as a representative.

“With the passing of Jim Maddox, we mourn the loss of a selfless and insightful visionary who was a trailblazing advocate in helping the City of Atlanta establish an international presence and partnerships with other countries. His representation overseas and efforts helped place Atlanta on a global stage. As a result of his unwavering commitment to his community and city, he left a profound mark as the longest-serving member of the City Council. We extend our condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues.”

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Maddox served as the chair of the Community Development and Human Services committee.

Maddox created the city’s E-911 system, produced the Atlanta Sister Cities Commission, and helped to open the Cascade Springs Nature Preserve, amount other things.

The Community Development and Human Services committee unanimously passed an ordinance this week to honor Maddox by name at the gateway to the Cascade Springs Nature Preserve.

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Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens shared the following tweet with Channel 2 Action News:

“I am saddened to learn that the man known as the Dean of the Atlanta City Council has passed away. Jim Maddox held the record as the longest serving elected leader in Atlanta’s history. He spent 32 years on the Council. He capably represented District 11 but was also a major flagbearer for Atlanta on the global stage. He may have left public office, but Mr. Maddox never stopped singing Atlanta’s praises around the world. This city has lost a staunch champion. On behalf of the City of Atlanta, I’m sending sincere condolences to the Maddox family.”

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