ATLANTA — As protests arise across the country in response to recent matters of police brutality, Council President Felicia A. Moore issues the following words of precaution:

“When travesties of justice occur, it is necessary that we raise our collective voices until justice is restored.

– Atlanta City Council President Felicia A. Moore

The Atlanta City Council is the chief policy-making body for the City of Atlanta.

The Atlanta City Council reviews and has final say on many land-use and zoning matters.

Major economic development projects for the City also fall under the council’s consideration.

The Atlanta City Council is comprised of 12 districts and three at-large posts.