Conyers Mayor Connie Alsobrook marks first 100 days in office

CONYERS, GA—Since being sworn in on Jan. 7, Mayor Connie Alsobrook has maintained a demanding and hands-on schedule centered around community engagement, citizen accessibility, economic development, youth involvement, and regional collaboration.

While many citizens often see the ceremonial side of the office—ribbon cuttings, proclamations, festivals, and public appearances, Mayor Alsobrook says her first 100 days reveals just how much work happens behind the scenes to keep the city connected and moving forward.

“The ceremonial side of the office still serves a purpose,” Mayor Alsobrook said. “Those events help support businesses, nonprofits, schools, youth programs, and community organizations. They create relationships, visibility, and communication between city government and the people.”

During her first 100 days, Mayor Alsobrook focused heavily on accessibility and direct engagement with citizens. One of the goals she set upon taking office was restructuring public participation during City Council meetings.

“I wanted citizens to feel heard before decisions were made—not after,” she explained. “One of my goals was moving citizen comments to the beginning of council meetings instead of the end. I also wanted regular city work sessions implemented for transparency and discussion. Both goals were accomplished.”

Mayor Alsobrook noted that while many elected officials campaign on large promises, her commitment to residents was straightforward.

“The only promise I made to citizens was that I would remain accessible and work in the best interest of the city as a whole,” Alsobrook said. “That is something I have maintained every day.”

“I believe accessibility is one of the most important responsibilities of local leadership because people deserve to feel connected to their city government.”

Alsobrook’s first 100 days has included work connected to regional leadership initiatives, economic development conversations, youth outreach, housing concerns, constituent assistance, and relationship building throughout the city and the metro region. Some examples include:     

    Mayor’s Reading Club 

•  Mayor’s Alliance 
• African American Mayor’s Alliance 
• Climate Mayors, a bipartisan network of nearly 350 U.S. mayors, demonstrating climate leadership through meaningful actions in their communities 
• Georgia Municipal Association Youth Council

Current Boards
Atlanta Regional Commission
Rockdale County Board of Health
Rockdale Chamber of Commerce
Conyers Rockdale Economic Committee

City Council Committees
Finance  
Public Safety
Georgia International Horse Park
Community Development
IT
Public Works
Rockdale Stepping Up Steering Committee 

Some events Mayor Alsobrook has hosted or attended include South Metro Economic Development Conference; Eggs and Issues; Economic Development Breakfast Series; NACA event; Legislative Luncheon at State Capitol; Tim Tebow Masquerade Ball; Career Day at local schools; Habitat for Humanity ribbon cutting; State of Economic Development; Mayor and Council Mid-Year Retreat; RASS Class; Relay For Life; Community Clean-up; Hands and Baskets; Bill Pickett Rodeo; “My Mayor Listening Session” Youth Edition at Barksdale Boys and Girls Club; Rockdale County’s Arbor Day Celebration; and the mayor’s Business Listening Session.

Shane Corrodus, owner of Elevation Kitchen & Cocktails, applauded the mayor for her outreach to youths in the community. Corrodus recently provided lunch to teens attending an event where the mayor held a listening session with youths at the A.R. Gus Barksdale Boys & Girls Club. 

“The impact of kids and teenagers knowing that their voices are being heard by a mayor can have a life-changing impact on them,” Corrodus said.  

 Dawn Tanner, event and conservation manager at the Georgia International Horse Park (GHIP), expressed her appreciation for the mayor’s participation at Conyers Arbor Day Celebration, which was held in February.

“It was especially wonderful to see you take time to engage with attendees and speak with our young Girl Scout guest about her troop’s hard work designing the colorful pavers and butterfly boxes,” Tanner stated in an email. “…It was also incredibly special when you mentioned that this was your very first official proclamation. That made the presentation of the Tree City USA recognition even more memorable and historic for our community, and to all of us at GIHP. Being part of such a meaningful milestone in your leadership made the day feel even more significant.”Jennifer Youman, owner of Weltyme holistic hair care and health services in Conyers, thanked the mayor for hosting the Business Listening Session in April.

“I wanted to take a moment to personally thank you for your warmth and presence during the recent business listening session. It was truly a pleasure meeting you,” Youman said in an email. “Your genuine care and concern for the well-being and growth of the City of Conyers really shined through, and it was both refreshing and inspiring to experience.”

The mayor shared that she has reached out to constituents on a more personal basis including contacting the mother of a homicide victims to offer condolences, helping connect families who needed shelter assistance, connecting needy residents with essential resources, and following up directly on constituent concerns.

“There are many parts of this job that people never see,” Alsobrook said. “Sometimes, leadership is attending meetings and regional discussions. Sometimes, it is helping someone find housing, listening to a parent, or returning calls from residents who simply want to know someone cares.”

One topic that received public attention during the mayor’s first 100 days was her request for a part-time assistant.,When asked why she believed the position was necessary, Mayor Alsobrook explained that the demands of the office make administrative support beneficial in helping manage scheduling, communication, constituent outreach, and city responsibilities.

However, she said the conversation surrounding the request eventually became counterproductive and she decided to withdraw the request.

“The discussion about the part-time assistant became a distraction for the council and citizens,” she said. “As a leader, I had to make a decision about what was best moving the city forward, and I chose peace.”

As Mayor Alsobrook moves beyond her first 100 days, she says her focus remains on continuing to build relationships, maintain accessibility, support economic growth, and ensure citizens remain connected to their local government.

“The work is ongoing,” she said. “But I believe leadership starts with showing up, listening, and being willing to serve wherever needed.”