Atlanta
The Municipal Leader Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Certificate Program is an EMBRACE program designed to equip municipal leaders with the knowledge, tools and resources to create a foundation for sustainable equitable and economic prosperity for their city and its residents by creating an environment that values differences, fosters relationships and seeks a spirit of belongingness.
Atlanta
Executive Committee Meeting of the GMEBS, GMA WCSIF, GIRMA and DC Boards
Join us on November 21 at 1:30 pm for this month’s Talk It Up Thursday (TIUT) webinar on stormwater management. Our guest speaker, Andrew Parker from the City of Dalton, will share how their Public Works Department tackled flooding and drainage issues impacting homes, infrastructure, and streambanks. Discover how they used historical knowledge, modeling, and innovative techniques to manage on- and off-right-of-way flooding. Be sure to catch this valuable 1-hour session!
GMA and ACCG are hosting this joint webinar to provide city and county officials in Georgia with information and best practices on how to apply for federal earmarks through the annual Congressionally Directed Spending / Community Project Funding process.
Danielsville
Join us for a City Clerk's Lunch & Learn. It's an excellent opportunity to gain valuable insights, ask questions, and network with fellow clerks. Don't miss out on this informative and interactive session! Lunch will be provided.
Davisboro
Join us for the District 7 Mayors' Meeting, an event designed to bring mayors together within our district to foster collaboration, share valuable information, and support each other as resources. This gathering provides an excellent opportunity to build camaraderie while enjoying a meal together. Thank you to Mayor Brown and the City of Davisboro for hosting this luncheon. Your participation is vital to the success of this meeting. Please register so that we can plan accordingly.
Covington
Join us on December 12 in downtown Covington for the District 5 Winter Meeting, a wonderful opportunity to network with fellow district mayors while enjoying the holiday spirit! This family-friendly event is the perfect occasion to bring your loved ones along. Downtown Covington will be festively decorated for Christmas, adding charm to the evening. Santa Claus will be on the square from 6 to 8 p.m. to greet families, and classic Christmas short films will be shown on a big screen in the square....
Join us for GMA's Talk It Up Thursday Webinar on December 19 at 1:30 PM. Our guest speaker will be Freddie Broome, Director of Equity and Inclusion. Kindness in the workplace is not merely a moral imperative but a strategic investment that positively impacts an individual’s well-being, and the organizational culture. Cultivating a culture of kindness contributes to a thriving workplace where individuals feel valued, supported, and motivated to contribute their best efforts to nurture a harmonio...
Atlanta
This program is targeted at city elected officials and staff and is geared toward helping them understand the state of children and youth in Georgia, the systems children/youth interact with, and how they, as city leaders, can create a healthy environment for children and youth in their community. This program aims to prepare city leaders to advocate for children and youth by developing a thorough understanding of the needs and current state of youth, preparing them for community partnerships an...
Atlanta
GMA's Cities United Summit will take place at the Omni Atlanta Hotel at Centennial Park from January 24-27, 2025.
Savannah
The Georgia Municipal Association (GMA) Municipal Revenue Administration Certificate (MRAC) Program includes five classes to enlighten municipal employees and municipal officials on the different revenue sources and applicable laws in the administration and collection process. Program objectives include: Increasing the knowledge of all major components in property tax collection; Increasing the knowledge of the different taxes and revenue sources; To equip local governments with the tools and r...
Tifton
The Newly Elected Officials Institute, at the UGA Tifton Campus Conference Center March 19-21, provides a general overview of the function of municipal government in Georgia and the roles and responsibilities of mayors and councilmembers.
Perry
The Georgia Municipal Association (GMA) Human Resources Administration Certificate (HRAC) Program includes six classes designed to provide city elected officials and appointed staff with the tools to successfully recruit, train, and retain talent to provide services to their communities in an inclusive and equitable approach. The program also addresses the expanded need from the previous service of HR Express, which offered online webinars, training, and access to Personnel Law attorneys.
Savannah
GMA's Annual Convention will take place in Savannah from June 20-24, 2025.