Youth Councils and Beyond: Inspiring the Next Generation

Register for the GMA's August 21 Talk It Up Thursday webinar to discover how youth councils and other programs can connect young people with local leaders, inspire fresh ideas, and equip the next generation to lead with purpose. Build a thriving pipeline of youth leaders dedicated to community impact!

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Young Gamechangers Step Up for Athens‑Clarke
Training and Education

Two-Day Fall Training Event

GMA is holding a two day Fall Training Event at Great Wolf Lodge in LaGrange on September 9-10, 2025. There will be three six-hour classes on Tuesday, September 9 and three six-hour classes on Wednesday, September 10.
PTSD Toolkit | Public Safety

PTSD Prevention and Support Toolkit

This toolkit brings together videos, guides, and resources to help Georgia’s first responders recognize, understand, and address PTSD.
Updates

Bipartisan Housing Legislation Advances from U.S. Senate Committee

On July 29, the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs unanimously advanced the ROAD to Housing Act of 2025. This legislation aims to boost the supply of housing units across the United States.

Upcoming Events

Aug
21
RMEBS On The Road - Albany
Albany
Aug
21
TIUT: Empowering the Next Generation: Youth Councils, Forums, and Leadership Initiatives
Aug
21
Districts 2 & 5 Mayors' Meeting
Commerce
Aug
25
2025 Georgia Downtown Association Conference
Gainesville
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In the Spotlight

Federal Advocacy Guide: Talking Points for the 2025 August Congressional Recess

City officials are encouraged to share GMA’s Federal Advocacy Guide with their members of Congress during the August 2025 recess to highlight local priorities and strengthen Georgia’s voice in the Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations process.

Recreational Trails Program

The Recreational Trails Program is a federal grant program funded by the Federal Highway Administration and administered at the state level by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources. The purpose of RTP is to support recreational trails and trail-related facilities for both nonmotorized and motorized recreational trail uses. Deadline: November 01, 2025

Smart Solutions for City Success

Empowering City Leaders with Knowledge and Skills

The Harold F. Holtz Municipal Training Institute offers city officials a comprehensive learning experience, covering everything from municipal finance and budgeting to ethics and data literacy. Designed to enhance leadership and expertise in local government, this program is a partnership between GMA and the University of Georgia’s Carl Vinson Institute of Government—equipping officials with the tools they need to serve their communities effectively.

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City Spotlight

Kennesaw, in GMA's District 3, is located in Cobb County and was incorporated in 1887. The city is a popular destination for families and businesses relocating to metro Atlanta. The city is proud of its conservation of historical artifacts and locations, as well as its improved public spaces and thriving downtown district. Downtown Kennesaw plays host to an array of festivals and events throughout the year, from the annual Big Shanty Festival and Pigs & Peaches BBQ Festival to the local Farmer's Market, summer concerts and more.

Fun Fact: During the Civil War, Kennesaw was the staging ground for the Great Locomotive Chase. "The Southern" Museum houses records of this famous railroad chase, as well as other notable exhibits.