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Two Cities Selected for 2021 Georgia Smart Communities Challenge

November 1, 2021

The Partnership for Inclusive Innovation recently announced that the cities of Woodbury and Concord, along with Pike and Spalding Counties, were selected to participate in its 2021 Georgia Smart Communities Challenge, which allows localities across the state to apply for research assistance that empowers them to envision, explore and plan for a “smart” future.

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Ball Ground Achieves GACP Certification

November 1, 2021

The small North Georgia city of Ball Ground has made big strides toward state certification, becoming the third in the state to earn the new Risk Reduction Certificate from the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police (GACP).

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Experts Share How Cities Adapt to Change

November 1, 2021

Cities across the nation are seeing great shifts in the workforce due to technology, changing demographics, a global pandemic and the call for more remote work options.

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Griffin’s EDIT Program Fosters Connection

November 1, 2021

By Becca J.G. Godwin

For the first time in Griffin’s 181-year history, city employees have certified a plan to promote diversity and inclusion within its workforce.

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Engaging Our Youth to Improve Georgia’s Civic Health

November 1, 2021

Rebecca Rice and Elizabeth Turner, Georgia Family Connection Partnership

What do young people need from their communities? How can decision-makers change local systems to better support younger constituents? What can adults do to ensure youth have the desire and information they need to become active, contributing members of their communities now—and in the future?

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The Biggest Hidden Red Flags in a Phishing Email

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October 25, 2021

Joe Howland, Chief Information Security Officer, Sophicity

As spammers and scammers get better at their jobs, their techniques grow more sophisticated. Here are five hidden red flags that could fool you if you’re not skeptical enough.

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Broadband Programs and Resources for Cities

October 21, 2021

Links and contact information for the state and federal agencies providing a range of resources.

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Diversity, Dialogue & Exchange: African American Women in Enterprise

October 19, 2021

Shellee Mitchell with the African American Credit Union Coalition (AACUC) was the presenter for the October 21, 2021, EMBRACE webinar. She discussed AACUC's "1-to-1 Woman Mentoring Program" which addresses the stigmas of racism and feminism by pairing together women from diverse cultures to learn from each other about the barriers that stoke blind spots, which in turn hinder social and economic development.   

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New Urban Opportunity: Alleys, Mews, and Accessory Units

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October 19, 2021

Robert Steuteville, Congress for the New Urbanism

The unsung alley has the potential to create an intimate American urbanism, it just needs a little attention from urban designers.

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2020 Census Data is Here!

October 7, 2021

In late August, the the 2020 Decennial Census numbers were released for all cities. You can access this information and a full list of resources. This data is also available on GMA's website and will be released in Easier to Use Formats on September 16, 2021.

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Feedback Needed on GDOT's Policy for Consultation Process with Local Officials in Non-Metro Areas

October 6, 2021

As local officials, your role is critical and much appreciated in the development of the State’s Strategic Transportation Plan and the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program. 

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Small Town, Big Impact: Dahlonega Makes Recreation Accessible

October 6, 2021

People have long loved getting outside in Dahlonega, but this year, the city took a step towards making its outdoor recreation more accessible to all.

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2021 GMA Annual Convention: Toccoa’s Connie Tabor Recognized with Starr Award from Georgia Cities Foundation

October 5, 2021

Toccoa Community Development Director Connie Tabor has been recognized for her tireless efforts in restoring her city’s historic downtown district with the Starr Award, presented by the Georgia Cities Foundation (GCF).

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2021 GMA Annual Convention: Robert W. Woodruff Foundation Recognized with Renaissance Award from Georgia Cities Foundation

October 5, 2021

The Robert W. Woodruff Foundation was presented with the Georgia Cities Foundation’s Renaissance Award Aug. 9 at the GMA Annual Convention.

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2021 GMA Annual Convention: GMA’s 2021 Clerk of the Year

October 5, 2021

Brookhaven City Clerk Susan Hiott was named the Georgia Municipal Clerks Association’s 2021 Clerk of the Year during the GMA Annual Convention.

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