Review GMA's Proposed 2027 Legislative Policies

GMA's Proposed 2027 Legislative Policies are available for review by the GMA membership. They will be discussed in GMA’s six policy meetings and by the Legislative Policy Council during the 2026 GMA Annual Convention. The GMA membership will vote on the proposed policies on Sunday, June 28, 2026, during the association's annual Business Meeting.

Review the Proposed Policies

This Week in D.C.

Proposed Federal Grant Changes Would Complicate Funding for Georgia Cities

The U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has proposed sweeping changes to the set of rules that govern how federal financial assistance is administered. Many of the proposed changes raise serious concerns about how cities will navigate federal programs now and in the future.
Updates

Georgia Voters to Consider Next Generation 911 Funding Amendment

In November 2026, Georgia voters will decide on a proposed constitutional amendment that would authorize the creation of the Georgia Next Generation 911 Fund, a dedicated state fund for the expansion, operation, maintenance, and modernization of emergency communications systems statewide.
Events

GMA Annual Convention

Registration is open for GMA's 2026 Annual Convention, June 26–June 30 in Savannah. Join city officials from across Georgia for four days of education, networking, and celebration of Georgia cities shining bright.

Upcoming Events

Jun
26
2026 Annual Convention
Savannah
Jun
26
GMEBS/WCSIF/GIRMA/DC June 2026 Board Meeting
Jun
28
2026 Annual Meeting of the RMEBS Membership
Jul
09
Summer District 3 Lunch and Learn
Brookhaven
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In the Spotlight

Article | Taxation

SB 33: The Homeownership Opportunity and Market Equalization Act of 2026

June 08, 2026
The 2026 General Assembly passed Senate Bill 33, the Homeownership Opportunity and Market Equalization Act, making significant changes to how Georgia local governments may provide property tax relief to homeowners.
Grant and Award Opportunities | Infrastructure

Water Infrastructure Planning Program (WIPP)

The Water Infrastructure Planning Program (WIPP) is a grant program to incentivize planning efforts that protect and conserve Georgia’s water resources, improve water quality, enhance the financial sustainability of public water systems, and support affordable water for Georgians—particularly in small and disadvantaged communities. Deadline: August 31, 2026

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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Person receiving training certificate.

City Spotlight

Doerun, located in GMA’s District 10 in Colquitt County, was incorporated in 1900. The town is known for its annual May Day Parade and Festival, a beloved community tradition that draws residents and visitors together each year. Doerun is also recognized for its distinctive and memorable name.

Fun Fact: According to local lore, the town’s name originated when early hunters described the surrounding landscape as a “perfect doe run,” and the name eventually evolved in Doerun.