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GEFA Awards $38 Million in Infrastructure Loans

March 27, 2024

Georgia Environmental Finance Authority

On February 29, 2024, the Georgia Environmental Finance Authority (GEFA) announced that seven communities were awarded financing totaling $38,632,500 for water, wastewater, sewer, and stormwater projects

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Water Systems Vulnerable to Cyber Attacks

March 20, 2024

On March 19, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the National Security Council (NSC) issued an announcement regarding the protection of our nation’s water infrastructure from cyber threats.

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Marietta Councilmember Appointed to FCC Broadband Advisory Committee

March 19, 2024

On March 11, 2024, Councilmember Joseph Goldstein of Marietta was appointed to serve a two-year term on the Intergovernmental Advisory Committee of the Federal Communications Commission – bringing a local perspective to issues related to broadband and telecommunications.

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Five Georgia Projects Receive $210 Million in Federal Infrastructure Grants

March 13, 2024

On March 12, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced that five projects in Georgia were granted $210 million in infrastructure funding through two programs: the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law's Reconnecting Communities & Neighborhoods Pilot Program and the Inflation Reduction Act's Neighborhood Access and Equity Program.

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Significant Service Delivery Strategy Ruling Handed Down

March 6, 2024

The Georgia Supreme Court delivered a significant ruling on Tuesday, March 5, in favor of the City of Winder in its Services Delivery Strategy legal battle with Barrow County. 

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More than $200 Million in Additional LMIG Funding Available for Local Governments

February 14, 2024

In the amended fiscal year 2024 budget, Governor Kemp proposed an additional $200 million of funding for local government transportation projects. But there are things local governments need to know before applying. Watch the video below to learn more.

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Policy Committee Meetings Provide Insights into the Legislative Session

February 1, 2024

During GMA’s 2024 Cities United Summit six policy committees convened to deliberate on a wide range of topics critical to the advancement and well-being of municipalities throughout Georgia.

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GMA's Cities United Summit Showcases Visionary Leadership and Civic Achievements

February 1, 2024

More than 1,200 government leaders, public servants, and legislative stakeholders gathered in Atlanta on January 26-29 for the Georgia Municipal Association (GMA)’s Cities United Summit.

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Visionary City Awards Presented to 9 Georgia Cities

February 1, 2024

The Georgia Municipal Association, in collaboration with Georgia Trend Magazine, announced the 2024 Visionary City Award winners on January 28 during GMA’s Cities United Summit.  

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2024 Cities United Recap

January 31, 2024

GMA’s 2024 Cities United Summit featured 1,200 attendees representing 206 cities, training classes, a trip to the Capitol and more! Watch this video to see why Georgia’s cities truly are… CITIES UNITED!

 

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National, Local Leaders Promote Initiatives to Improve Children’s Food Security

January 24, 2024

Georgia cities like East Point recognize they have a stake in making sure children in their communities are fed and fed well.

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GDA Board Meets in Thomasville for Annual Retreat

January 23, 2024

The robust meeting set the plan for the direction of the board and its partners for the 2024 calendar year. The meeting agenda also included team-building activities, role defining, visioning and goal setting.

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New Rural Workforce Housing Grants Announced

January 11, 2024

On January 8, 2024, Gov. Brian Kemp announced the second round of grant recipients from the Rural Workforce Housing Initiative. Totaling more than $9 million in infrastructure development, this new round of grants will ultimately support more than 400 units of housing across four different communities.

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GMA Celebrates Georgia’s City Leaders Recognized as 100 Most Influential Georgians

January 4, 2024

The Georgia Municipal Association (GMA) is celebrating seven city leaders who are recognized on Georgia Trend Magazine's list of 100 Most Influential Georgians for 2024.

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Mayors Smith and Holt Join RMEBS Board of Trustees

December 13, 2023

The RMEBS Board of Trustees is proud to introduce Mayor Julie Smith of Tifton and Mayor Jason Holt of Fitzgerald as our newest members.

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