Viewpoints
Displaying Items 16-30 (of 74)
October 6, 2021
By Jim Thornton, GMA President
While serving as mayor or as a city councilmember is mostly a thankless job, it does have an upside. As we ride around or walk through our cities, we can point to things that are good, and things that are getting better, and projects that are happening, at least in part because of our work.
Full Story
August 10, 2021
By: Youth Commissioned by The National League Of Cities: J. Bethea, A. Campos, A. Martinez, J. Snipe
Young adults between the ages of 18 and 26 are arrested and jailed at higher rates than other age ranges, representing only 9.5% of the U.S. population, yet accounting for 23% of all arrests. We are frequently portrayed as violent or irresponsible by the media and, by the many systems that overwhelmingly fail us.
Full Story
August 10, 2021
By Larry Hanson, GMA Executive Director
When we think of partnerships, we must think not just of those in our immediate surroundings, but all those around us that can be force multipliers to help us achieve our goals.
Full Story
August 10, 2021
By Jim Thornton, GMA President
The future of Georgia and of our cities is bright, and much of the credit for the optimism we share is due to the leadership of Georgia’s mayors, councilmembers and city officials.
Full Story
June 4, 2021
By George Dusenbury, Georgia State Director for the Trust for Public Land and Commissioner
"Early in the pandemic, it became clear that the outdoors was the safest place to exercise, play and interact with friends and family. In fact, green spaces have seen record usage over the last year. One year into the pandemic, all signs indicate they will stay that way." - George Dusenbury, Georgia State Director for the Trust for Public Land and Commissioner, City of Decatur
Full Story
June 4, 2021
By Larry Hanson, GMA Executive Director
"The journey to success may be long, but the intentionality of planning will ensure we take the right road to reach a destination of accomplishment, as opposed to our destination being “somewhere” or “anywhere.” - Larry Hanson, GMA Executive Director
Full Story
June 4, 2021
By Vince Williams, GMA President
"And as we navigate our intergovernmental system, it is incumbent upon us to always hold high and respect what we as cities and city officials bring to the table. Without our own self-respect and support of each other, we will not succeed." - Vince Williams, GMA President
Full Story
June 4, 2021
By Cheryl Hargrove, Cultural Heritage Tourism Specialist Based on St. Simons Island
"As we enter a post-pandemic “reopening” phase, visitors still want many of the same experiences as pre-COVID: to feel welcomed and safe and experience unique shops and activities they cannot find at home." - Cheryl Hargrove, Cultural Heritage Tourism Specialist Based on St. Simons Island
Full Story
Derek Chauvin's trial provides a moment to ask ourselves: If another officer were to engage in similar misconduct today, would his colleagues again refuse to step in and stop it?
Full Story
April 5, 2021
By Katherine Moore, President, Georgia Conservancy
"Numerous cities are demonstrating their innovation by turning fresh eyes and energy to their downtowns, the oldest areas of our cities. These activity centers attract us not only through their often-inexpressible charm, but precisely because they meet the needs of today and the demands of the future." - Katherine Moore, President, Georgia Conservancy
Full Story
April 5, 2021
By Larry Hanson, GMA Executive Director
"The term “Cities United” is exemplified in GMA’s efforts to answer the outcry from city leaders around the state to help you respond to this unprecedented health and economic crisis. We could not have achieved this victory without you." - Larry Hanson, GMA Executive Director
Full Story
April 5, 2021
By Vince Williams, GMA President
"While the challenges before us today are humbling, I find that the turmoil of the past year has provided me with both a clarity of purpose and renewed energy." - Vince Williams, GMA President
Full Story
April 5, 2021
By Nick Johnson, Senior Planner, Georgia Conservancy
"Through the course of my work at Georgia Conservancy, I am often asked a question that goes something like this: Why does a conservation-focused non-profit care so much about housing?" - Nick Johnson, Senior Planner, Georgia Conservancy
Full Story
February 15, 2021
By Eric Kronberg, Principle at Kronberg Urbanists + Architects
"As it is doing so effectively across all facets of life, the coronavirus pandemic is highlighting the importance of widespread affordable housing, especially in walkable, complete neighborhoods." - By Eric Kronberg, Principle at Kronberg Urbanists + Architects
Full Story
February 15, 2021
By Rocky Moretti, Director of Policy and Research, TRIP
"Accessibility and connectivity are critical factors in a region’s quality of life and economic competitiveness." - Rocky Moretti, Director of Policy and Research, TRIP
Full Story
Displaying Items 16-30 (of 74)