Douglas County Commission · District 1
Build One Douglas.
Create One Community.
Welcome to Commissioner Henry Mitchell III's community page — a place to stay connected, get involved, discover community programs, support local businesses, and learn about opportunities happening throughout Douglas County.
Watch: A welcome message from Commissioner Mitchell
Meet Commissioner Mitchell
A True Public Servant to District 1
Henry Mitchell III has served Douglas County District 1 through five, four-year terms as a true public servant. He's one of the few commissioners who has never voted for a property tax increase — and a leader who's willing to answer the phone, and the tough questions.
Be the first to know about the next Coffee & Conversations, town hall meetings, and more by staying connected right here on this page.
- ★5 terms serving Douglas County District 1
- ★Never voted for a property tax increase
- ★Answers the phone & the tough questions
Community in Action
Present Between Elections
Actively engaged, dedicated to local projects, and consistently present at community events - book bag giveaways, senior citizens support, county collaborations, and a look at the work that happens between elections.
Community Programs
Three Ways To Connect
Coffee & Conversations, the Business Spotlight, and the Youth Conversation Program — built to keep Douglas County connected, informed, and heard.
Next Event — Save The Date
Coffee & Conversations
Saturday, October 3, 2026 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Kuumba Coffee · Douglasville, GA
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Coffee & Conversations
Real conversations. Real questions. One community.
A few times a year, Commissioner Mitchell sits down with residents over coffee for an open, unscripted conversation — no podium, just real answers to real questions, from a commissioner who's for the whole county.
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Be the first to know about the next Coffee & Conversations.
Business Spotlight
Small Businesses Behind The Counter
Small businesses are catalysts to the success of Douglas County. This program gives local business owners an opportunity to tell their story, showcase what they do, and introduce their business to the community.
We currently feature approximately four businesses per month, with one episode released each week.
Business Spotlight Application
Tell us about your business.
Youth Conversations
Youth Conversation Program
A Seat At The Table For Our Youth
Young people sit down with Commissioner Mitchell in a relaxed restaurant setting — eating together, asking questions, talking about their experiences, discussing their community, and sharing what they'd like to see for the future.
- ✓Approximately 12–15 youth participants selected per session
- ✓A parent or guardian must be present
- ✓Food is provided for participating youth
- ✓Space is limited
- ✓Parent or guardian must complete the registration
Youth Conversation Program Registration
Completed by a parent or guardian only.
Community Resources
Community Resources & Contact
Office Contact
- Phone
- (678) 616-2585
- [email protected]
- Address
- Douglas County, GA — official office address to be provided
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Ask The Commissioner
Have a question for Commissioner Mitchell — or for an upcoming guest on his conversations with local leaders? Submit it here.
The Solo Segments Podcast
Hear The Commissioner In Conversation
Commissioner Henry Mitchell III sits down on The Solo Segments podcast — real talk on the issues shaping Douglas County, including the data center vote.