Young Harris Mayor Andrea Gibby Sworn in as President of GMA

Young Harris Mayor Andrea Gibby was elected president of the Georgia Municipal Association (GMA) during the association's 2026 Annual Convention in Savannah on Sunday, June 28. In her acceptance speech, Mayor Gibby called on delegates to close the gap between belonging and mattering — arguing that local government's true purpose is to make residents "feel seen, heard, and valued."

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Four City Leaders Inducted into the Georgia Municipal Government Hall of Fame

Four Georgia city leaders were inducted into the Georgia Municipal Government Hall of Fame on June 29 during GMA's 2026 Annual Convention in Savannah. The Hall of Fame recognizes city officials who have made extraordinary contributions to the cities they serve and have demonstrated strong support for GMA.
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Georgia Cities Foundation Honors Community Leaders at 2026 GMA Annual Convention

The Georgia Cities Foundation (GCF) recognized transformative leadership and community revitalization efforts on June 29 during the 2026 Georgia Municipal Association (GMA) Annual Convention Awards Ceremony, held at the Savannah Convention Center.
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Mark Massey Named 2026 Georgia Municipal Clerk of the Year

The Georgia Municipal Clerks Association (GMCA) recognized Mark Massey, Clerk of Council for the City of Savannah, as the 2026 Georgia Municipal Clerk of the Year during the Georgia Municipal Association’s (GMA) Annual Convention in Savannah.

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26
2026 Annual Convention
Savannah
Jul
09
Summer District 3 Lunch and Learn
Brookhaven
Jul
13
District 5 Clerks' Lunch & Learn
Pendergrass
Jul
16
Pension Committee Secretary Training Workshop - Rome
Rome
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Governor Brian Kemp Awarded GMA's Georgia Key Citizen Award

June 28, 2026
GMA presented Governor Brian P. Kemp with the Georgia Key Citizen Award during GMA’s Annual Convention in Savannah on Sunday, June 28, recognizing his steadfast support of local government and his lasting contributions to communities across the state.
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DCA Commissioner Christopher Nunn Honored With GMA's Georgia State Government Service Award

June 29, 2026
GMA honored Christopher Nunn, Commissioner of the Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA), with the State Government Service Award during GMA’s Annual Convention in Savannah.

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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

Ambrose, located in GMA’s District 11 in Coffee County, was incorporated in 1890 and is home to more than 320 residents. The town is known for its rich, fertile farmland and its historical ties to the railroad, which played an important role in shaping the community’s early growth.

Fun Fact: Built in 1915, the historic Ambrose Church still features its original heart pine floors and vintage light fixtures, offering a glimpse into the town’s past.