Inside Braselton’s Residential Development Strategy

In this Q&A, Braselton Mayor Kurt Ward explains how updated development standards, thoughtful infrastructure planning, and a focus on neighborhood character are shaping the city’s residential growth strategy.

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Milton Appeal Puts Municipal Liability Before State’s Highest Court
This Week in D.C.

EPA Data Center Prioritization, Chemical Risk Reviews, and Structural Changes

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is moving forward on several fronts that could affect how environmental policy is developed and implemented.
Updates

Georgia Supreme Court to Hear Milton Liability Appeal

The Georgia Supreme Court has agreed to hear the City of Milton’s appeal in a closely watched case that could reshape municipal tort liability across the state. Oral arguments are scheduled for October 21, 2025, with a decision expected by late March 2026.
Article | Public Safety

FBI: Internet Crimes Cost Georgians $420 Million Last Year

The FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) has released its 2024 annual report, underscoring the impact of online crime on communities across the nation. Georgia ranked seventh in the nation for total reported financial losses, with residents losing more than $420 million in 2024.

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2025 Georgia Fire Service Conference
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District 10 Fall Meeting 2025
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GMA Dashboard

The GMA Dashboard presents key indicators for cities across Georgia, with district and state-level values for comparison. It includes data in four categories: demoegraphics, economy, education, and housing. Designed as a one-page, it is ideal for printing and presentations.
Grant and Award Opportunities | Environment & Energy

Keep Georgia Beautiful BRACE Grant Program

The purpose of the BRACE Grant Program is to reduce litter, blight, and illegal dumping on public property and encourage code enforcement efforts. Funded through the Solid Waste Trust Fund (SWTF), the grant program is designed to provide assistance to Georgia communities to address these challenges. Deadline: October 10, 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

Rochelle, located in GMA's District 9 in Wilcox County, takes its name from La Rochelle, France. Incorporated in 1888, the town's name means "Little Rock." Today, Rochelle is a small, quiet town with a population of 1,167, and is known for the relaxing Mallard Point Golf Club and Copeland Strawberry Farms. The community values nature and gardening as seen through its various clubs, like Trees Across Rochelle, Rochelle Lions Club, and Friends of Morningside Cemetery.