This revised Georgia Model Municipal Charter serves as a resource for city officials looking to update their city charters or for communities considering incorporation. It provides guidance on charter amendments that can be enacted locally under the Home Rule Act of 1965, while also outlining changes that require legislative approval. The publication is designed to assist cities in modernizing their governance structures.
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