Cathy Woolard, the Chair of the Fulton County Board of Registration & Elections, has resigned following her interim reappointment in April, a county spokesperson confirmed. Her departure occurs just four months ahead of the crucial general election in November.
The upcoming election holds significant importance for Fulton County, especially after the allegations surrounding Trump and his allies. Woolard was initially appointed to the board in 2021, serving until her term concluded on June 3, 2023. She was first nominated by Chairman Robb Pitts in 2021.
After Woolard's initial term ended, attorney Patrise Perkins-Hooker briefly took over until her resignation in April of this year. Woolard was then reappointed as interim chair just before the May primary. According to the Fulton County website, Woolard is currently listed as a board member and chairperson.
Woolard's political career includes serving as President of the Atlanta City Council and as an elected member. Woolard ran for mayor of Atlanta seven years ago and has lobbied at the State Capitol for progressive groups, including Fair Fight Action, the voting organization founded by Democrat Stacey Abrams.
Woolard's resignation takes effect on July 25. It remains unconfirmed if a permanent replacement will be appointed.
