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TSPLOST, sheriff, tax commissioner on today's ballot.

It's Election Day, and the fates of TSPLOST, along with the Fulton County's sheriff and tax commissioner, are now in your hands.

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Not sure where to vote? Check your polling place here. In the meantime, here's a rundown of what Fulton County voters will see on their ballots:

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TSPLOST: To say that the 1 percent sales tax for transportation projects across the region is polarizing is an understatement. Voters will vote "yes" or "no" for it today. Proponents say there is no other way to fund much-needed projects that will alleviate traffic congestion, while opponents say the tax isn't about congestion relief at all, among other things.

Check out this separate article on the Georgia Senate District 21 Republican Primary race between challenger Brandon Beach and incumbent Chip Rogers.

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: Five Democrats are seeking the Sheriff's office in Fulton County, with a retired chief of police, a sheriff's deputy, a retired sheriff and minister, and a sales professional all having qualified. Theodore "Ted" Jackson of Alpharetta is the incumbent.

: Anyone owning property thinks of the Tax Commissioner's office as they get their tax bill and pay their taxes. This year, Fulton voters choose between the incumbent and two challengers, all Democrats. And one of them, John Jamont, is from Johns Creek. He says he is in favor of open government, and wants to make the process for residents easy to understand.

: Three non-partisan seats on the Fulton County Board of Education are up for election this summer, but only one is in North Fulton. Linda G. Shultz, the incumbent in District 1, will face a challenge by Robert Goodman.


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