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Cities Connect: Meaningful Engagement with the Partnership for Inclusive Innovation

Cities Connect

November 29, 2023

In this episode, you will hear from thought leaders who will share proven examples of how these partnerships have been used to make a real difference in cities across Georgia. You will be able to learn about resources that are available to help your community create shared economic prosperity and scale public innovations for all.
 

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Cities Connect: Advancing Civic Engagement with the National Civic League

Cities Connect

November 28, 2023

In this episode, National Civic League announces that the 2024 All-America City Award applications are now open for. This award recognizes communities that leverage civic engagement, collaboration, inclusiveness, and innovation to address local issues successfully. 

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Cities Connect: Local Initiatives and Resources through the Keep Georgia Beautiful Foundation

Cities Connect

November 16, 2023

In this episode, Natalie Johnston-Russell, Executive Director of the Keep Georgia Beautiful Foundation, shares KGBF's local initiatives and resources, including opportunities for community grants and in-kind support.

 

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Call for 2024 Municipal Projects

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.

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Leveraging Diversity and Inclusion through Transformational Leadership.

November 3, 2023

In the October 2023 EMBRACE webinar, Bill Tanks, the Agency Executive Director of Public Services, Equity and Inclusion for the City of Powder Springs, shares his insights on transformational leadership.

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A Blueprint for Small-city Reinvestment

Public Square

November 3, 2023

Robert Steuteville, Congress for the New Urbanism

A  city in southern Georgia is redeveloping with the help of a Transect-based, walkable urban plan.

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Everything You Need to Know About GMA’s 2024 Cities United Summit 

November 1, 2023

GMA’s 2024 Cities United Summit is fast approaching, and this video is designed to help city leaders prepare for the event.

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Cities Connect: Elevating Your Downtown Development Program with the Georgia Downtown Association

Cities Connect

October 26, 2023

In this episode, GDA President Jeffrey Fowler shares information on how GDA can be a resource to your city and discusses programs available through GDA including the new Certified Downtown Professional Certification, GDA Networking opportunities and more.

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How to Turn Your City Into a “City of Civility”

October 25, 2023

Is your city a “City of Civility”? If not, we encourage you to consider it.

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$12.5 Million CHIP Grant Funding Available from DCA

October 24, 2023

The Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) has $12.5 million in Community HOME Investment Program (CHIP) grant funds available to local government, nonprofit and public housing authority applicants. 

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Building a Successful Inclusion Program

October 24, 2023

In the September 2023 EMBRACE webinar, Renae Jackson, Equity and Engagement Manager with the City of Decatur, talks about how to build a sustainable program that promote inclusion within the city government.

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Cities Connect: Broadband Permitting: Best Practices and More

Cities Connect

October 19, 2023

In this episode of Cities Connect, Becky Taylor, GMA's Director, Federal Relations and Research, hosts a panel discussion designed to help city officials better understand the differences between federal, state and local permitting processes for broadband providers, along with what can be controled at the local level.

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Cities Connect: Financial Assistance Programs through GEFA

Cities Connect

October 12, 2023

In this episode of Cities Connect, GEFA Executive Director, Hunter Hill, leads a discussion focused on two GEFA funding programs that are available to assist cities. Following Executive Director Hill, Leah Lord and Lisa Golphin of the GEFA staff presents information on the Energy Efficiency Conservation Block Grant Program and Lead Service Line Replacement Program.

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Dennis Watts Sworn In as New Commanding General of the Georgia State Defense Force

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.

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