Planning for Balance: How South Fulton is Shaping Its Housing Future
In this Q&A, South Fulton councilmember Dr. Catherine Foster Rowell discusses the city's strategy for managing density, expanding housing options, and ensuring affordability for current and future residents.
Addressing Disruptions of City Council and Committee Meetings
In recent months, news stories across the country have covered public meetings in which discussion of hot-button issues resulted in growing frustration among attendees and meeting leaders alike. Some of these meetings culminated in attendees being asked or forced to leave.
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Planning for Balance: How South Fulton is Shaping Its Housing Future
October 16, 2025
In this Q&A, South Fulton councilmember Dr. Catherine Foster Rowell discusses the city's strategy for managing density, expanding housing options, and ensuring affordability for current and future residents.
Community & Civic Engagement
Article
Addressing Disruptions of City Council and Committee Meetings
October 16, 2025
In recent months, news stories across the country have covered public meetings in which discussion of hot-button issues resulted in growing frustration among attendees and meeting leaders alike. Some of these meetings culminated in attendees being asked or forced to leave.
Leadership | Public Relations, Communications & Branding
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Crisis Ready: A Guide for Public Leaders
October 08, 2025
Local Government Risk Management Services (LGRMS) has developed "Crisis Ready: A Guide for Public Leaders" to help cities and counties prepare for, manage, and recover from critical events.
Information Technology & Cybersecurity
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Algorithm as Public Servant
Behind every administrative act now looms the presence of artificial intelligence. It may be invisible to most—the procurement officer clicking through software options, the case manager relying on a risk score—but its influence is not. AI systems are quietly scripting the futures of communities, counties, cities, countries, and continents.
Housing | Planning, Development & Land Use
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DCA Clarifies Rules for Modular Buildings vs. Manufactured Homes
October 01, 2025
The Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) has issued updated guidance distinguishing industrialized/modular buildings from manufactured homes.