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December 13, 2023
On December 12, 2023, Yvonne Staten, a longtime City of Alma employe, received a Lifetime Service Award from the Georgia Municipal Association.
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December 6, 2023
The RMEBS Board of Directors would like to extend our sincerest gratitude to Linda Blechinger and Kenneth Usry for their 12-year tenure on the RMEBS Board of Trustees. Thank you for your unwavering dedication and service.
November 8, 2023
The Local Government Practicum program pairs cities with students from universities across Georgia, and GMA is seeking project proposals from cities for the Spring and Summer 2024 semesters.
October 4, 2023
Across the state of Georgia, from its bustling cities to its serene countryside, there is a silent promise that resonates. It's a vow by the men and women of the Georgia State Defense Force (GSDF) to be there for their fellow Georgians in times of need. As Dennis Watts took the oath as the new Commanding General of the GSDF, he became the embodiment of this commitment—a dedication that goes beyond duty, rooted deeply in a desire to serve and protect.
September 26, 2023
Make checking GMA's "Four Seasons of Grants" calendar a routine part of your week! This online resource is refreshed weekly, and GMA has identified at least 23 programs that GA cities can apply for today.
September 4, 2023
GMA recently welcomed a new municipality to its roster of member cities, the City of Mableton.
August 28, 2023
More than 250 professionals in downtown development-related fields from across the state gathered in Canton for the 2023 Georgia Downtown Association’s annual conference on Aug. 21-24 to promote downtown and economic development.
August 14, 2023
More than 70 Government communicators from across the state gathered in Jekyll Island, Aug. 7-9 for the 8th Annual Georgia Government Communicators Conference.
August 7, 2023
Together, the Georgia Municipal Association (GMA) and the Association of County Commissioners of Georgia (ACCG) hosted a gathering of law firms that regularly defend cities and counties across the state at the GMA headquarters in late July.
While making up just 9% of the state’s overall land area, Georgia’s cities collectively represent 44% of the state’s total population. Cities provide a range of public services – at a high level – and provide opportunities for people to live, work, play and enrich their lives.