Steve Gailey Says It’s Time to Bring Hall County Back to the Citizens

It’s Time to Bring Hall County Back to the Citizens, Vote for Steve Gailey on May 19th

With Election Day approaching on Tuesday, May 19th, Hall County District 3 candidate Steve Gailey says the message he continues to hear from voters across North and East Hall is simple:

People are tired of wasteful spending, tired of broken promises, and tired of being ignored.

Gailey says his campaign has focused on fiscal responsibility, accountability, responsible growth, and ensuring that District 3 finally receives fair treatment when it comes to county resources and infrastructure investments.

“The Citizens Are Saying No More”

According to Gailey, residents throughout District 3 are increasingly frustrated with continued tax increases and SPLOST referendums while many long-promised projects remain unfinished or nonexistent.

“I have been hearing from constituents all over District 3 who are refusing to continue to vote yes for any tax increases or SPLOST referendums,” Gailey said. “The people are telling me they are tired of the mismanagement of money. This has got to stop.”

Gailey believes county leadership has lost touch with taxpayers who are struggling with rising costs while watching government spending continue to grow.

“There is plenty of money if government actually budgets the way families and businesses have to budget,” he said. “Our money needs to be allocated and spent wisely — not how commissioners want, but how the citizens of this county want. We work for them after all.”

Accountability and Transparency

One of the central themes of Gailey’s campaign has been accountability in county government.

Gailey says residents want transparency, common-sense budgeting, and leadership willing to challenge wasteful spending decisions.

“Commissioners have proven they do not know how to spend our money responsibly,” Gailey said. “Citizens deserve accountability and leadership that listens.”

Gailey says he will not hesitate to challenge sitting commissioners when necessary and will work to ensure taxpayer dollars are distributed fairly throughout Hall County — especially in North and East Hall communities that many residents feel have been overlooked.

North Hall and East Hall Left Behind

Throughout the campaign, Gailey says one issue repeatedly raised by citizens is the feeling that North Hall and East Hall have not received their fair share of county investment.

“People have been promised amenities and improvements in the District 3 area that never came to fruition,” Gailey said. “Especially in Clermont, Murrayville, and throughout East Hall.”

One example frequently mentioned by residents is the lack of adequate tennis facilities in North Hall.

“North Hall is still waiting on tennis courts that SPLOST was supposed to help pay for when the North Hall Community area was built,” Gailey said. “The North Hall tennis team is still playing varsity and junior varsity matches on four courts. No other school around us has had to do this in years.”

Although Gailey acknowledges that athletic facilities at the high schools are technically under the Board of Education, he believes county commissioners should advocate strongly for community priorities and infrastructure needs.

“I know the tennis court issue is technically a Board of Education matter,” he said. “But commissioners can absolutely help advocate for those needs, and I will fight for those improvements as well.”

The Growing Demand for Pickleball Facilities

Another issue that has become increasingly important to residents is the lack of pickleball courts and year-round recreational opportunities in North Hall.

“Citizens need pickleball courts in the North Hall area near Murrayville and Clermont,” Gailey said. “People are tired of seeing our money spent only in certain parts of Hall County.”

Gailey also questioned whether current proposals truly serve North Hall residents.

“Laurel Park is much closer to Gainesville than North Hall,” he said. “Converting tennis courts there without proper lighting is not solving the problem for North Hall families.”

According to Gailey, many residents are currently forced to travel outside the county or pay to use facilities elsewhere because Hall County lacks sufficient pickleball infrastructure.

“We need pickleball league play in Hall County that operates year-round in the evenings,” Gailey said. “Right now, many citizens have to pay Gainesville City or another county because we simply do not have enough courts to use.”

Smart Growth and Infrastructure

In addition to financial accountability, Gailey says District 3 residents are deeply concerned about rapid growth and infrastructure challenges throughout Hall County.

His campaign has emphasized responsible and controlled development that protects the character of North and East Hall while ensuring roads, schools, and infrastructure can handle future growth.

Gailey has called for:

• Greater transparency in zoning and development decisions
• Reviewing already approved but undeveloped parcels before approving additional projects
• Simplifying the Unified Development Code (UDC)
• Long-term infrastructure planning
• Protecting taxpayers from unnecessary spending

He says growth should be managed responsibly and with citizen input rather than driven solely by developers or political interests.

“Time for Accountability”

As Election Day approaches, Gailey says voters have an opportunity to bring change to Hall County government.

“Vote for me during early voting or on Election Day, May 19th, and we will make these changes happen,” Gailey said. “I will hold sitting commissioners accountable when needed, and we will bring this county back to the citizens where it belongs.”

Gailey says his campaign is ultimately about restoring trust between citizens and local government.

“This campaign is about fairness, accountability, common-sense leadership, and making sure every part of Hall County matters,” he said.

For Gailey, the message heading into Election Day remains straightforward.

Listen to Steve Gailey and Hear for Yourself Why You Should Cast Your Vote For Him

Steve was on the North Georgia Advocate Podcast. The former District 3 Commissioner who is running again for the District 3 seat on the Hall County Commission again has a lot to say here. Steve decided to run again, after a 16 year absence, because of the direction Hall County is headed. He has a vision for the direction he thinks District 3 needs to head and how growth and development need to proceed. This is a very informative podcast with a lot of territory covered. Steve was instrumental in many things that the Hall County Government has today and he would love to see that smart growth come back. This is a must listen to episode.

Steve appeared on Community Focus to outline his vision for more responsive, fiscally responsible, and growth-conscious county government. Gailey, who previously served on the Commission from 2002–2010, emphasized that being a commissioner is a full-time job that demands direct communication with constituents—something he says is sorely lacking today.

Experience. Integrity. Leadership.