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Georgia Cities Make Their Mark in Nation’s Capital

March 13, 2025

During this year's NLC Congressional City Conference, over 100 Georgia city officials participated and spent their days engaging with peers, experts, federal agencies and Members of Congress on issues impacting their cities.

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Crossover Day at the Capitol with GMA

March 7, 2025

March 06, 2025, was Crossover Day at the Georgia General Assembly, and GMA was there.

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2025 GMA Youth Forum Empowers Future Civic Leaders

March 5, 2025

The 2025 GMA Youth Forum brought together young leaders from across Georgia to explore civic engagement, leadership development, and the impact of municipal governance.

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State and Local Leaders Celebrate Georgia Reads Day at the Capitol

February 27, 2025

On February 25, 2025, educators, government officials and community leaders gathered at the Capitol to celebrate Georgia Reads Day.

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Stay Alert: Scam Emails Targeting GMA Convention Attendees

February 27, 2025

GMA has recently become aware of multiple scam emails attempting to mislead our members and exhibitors. Two of these scams have falsely offered hotel reservations for our 2025 Annual Convention in Savannah, while another has attempted to sell access to a list of convention attendees.

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City Vehicle Use for City Managers

February 20, 2025

This resource compiles information on how cities handle mileage reimbursements, vehicle allowances, and the provision of vehicles for city managers. 

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Georgia Reads Celebrates Community Award Winners and READBowl Champions at Georgia State Capitol

February 19, 2025

On Tuesday, February 25, 2025, Georgia Reads will host Georgia Reads Day at the Capitol to recognize the 2025 Georgia Reads Community Award winners and READBowl Champions.

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Georgia Beverage Association Launches 'Made to Be Remade' Initiative

February 12, 2025

The Georgia Beverage Association (GBA), alongside its member companies, is excited to introduce the Made to Be Remade initiative, an innovative new campaign aimed at promoting the proper recycling of beverage containers and fostering community-driven efforts to reduce environmental waste.

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Community Development Block Grant - Disaster Recovery Townhalls

February 11, 2025

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is issuing more than $265 million in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding to Georgia communities impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Idalia and Tropical Storm Debby. The Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) is administering the funds and will be hosting townhalls in affected communities to help create an action plan, which is required by HUD before the state can access the allocated funding.

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EV 101: A Georgia Guide for Public Charger Success

February 6, 2025

EV 101: A Georgia Guide for Public Charger Success helps local governments, particularly in rural and small-town communities, plan and install public electric vehicle (EV) chargers.

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Nine Cities Honored with Visionary City Awards

January 30, 2025

GMA, in collaboration with Georgia Trend Magazine, announced the 2025 Visionary City Award winners on Sunday, Jan. 26 during GMA’s annual Cities United Summit.

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Policy Committee Meetings Provide Insight into Legislative Session

January 30, 2025

During GMA’s 2025 Cities United Summit, all six policy committees convened to deliberate on a wide range of topics critical to Georgia’s cities.

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Georgia Municipal Association Honors Commissioner Russell McMurry with State Government Service Award

January 28, 2025

GMA proudly presented Commissioner Russell McMurry, P.E., of the Georgia Department of Transportation, with the prestigious State Government Service Award on Monday, January 27, during the Capitol Connection Breakfast at its annual Cities United Summit.

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