Georgia voters have said “yes” an amendment that would allow the state to approve charter schools, according to unofficial election results.
Also a Chamblee annexation proposal appears headed toward defeat.
Charter Schools amendment — 158 of 159 counties reporting
Amendment One: Provides for improving student achievement and parental involvement through more public charter school options.
Total votes
Yes 58.10% 2,152,091
No 41.90% 1,526,959
Chamblee annexation — 4 of 4 precincts reporting
Provides for annexation of roughly 3 square miles into the city of Chamblee.
Total votes
Yes 49.23% 1,092
No 50.77% 1,126