Temple

Temple can boast of a history more than 100 years in the making.

The town's beginnings are traced to the growth days of the railroads. In 1882, the city was settled along what was then the Georgia Pacific Railroad lines. The line was being constructed to connect Atlanta and Birmingham.

Just north of Interstate 20, 42 miles west of Atlanta and 11 miles north of Carrollton via State Highway 113, Temple considers itself the third fastest growing city in Carroll County.

The city is administered by a mayor and council form of government.

Temple citizens are well protected by the police and fire personnel.

The council meets the first Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. and sessions are open to the public. Mayor and council members serve four year terms on a staggered basis.

The city is proud of its schools. Temple High School and supporting middle school and primary/elementary school provide excellent educational opportunities for aspiring scholars. Extracurricular activities abound at all the schools with the community.

Churches have always played significant roles in the life of Temple residents. The usual Protestant denominations have an influential presence in Temple or its immediate environs while a Roman Catholic church is only a few miles south on Highway 113.

Mayor Lester Harman
City of Temple
P.O. Box 160
354 Sage Street
Temple, GA 30179
Phone: 770-562-3369