Leaders Gather in Warner Robins for Georgia Broadband Summit

City officials, state partners, and industry experts convened in Warner Robins for the sixth annual Georgia Broadband Summit to explore strategies, funding opportunities, and resources that will help bridge Georgia’s digital divide and advance broadband access statewide.

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GMA brought together industry experts from across Georgia to tackle the topic of expanded broadband access.
Article | Leadership

Crisis Ready: A Guide for Public Leaders

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.
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October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Dive into GMA’s Cybersecurity Toolkit for videos, leadership materials, and tools that support your city’s online safety. Take action this October to protect your community from cyber risks.
Article | Children & Youth

The Importance of Child Care for Local Economic Growth

Accessible, affordable child care is vital to Georgia’s workforce and economic development. See why city leaders should prioritize child care as part of their city's core infrastructure.

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District 5 Fall Meeting 2025
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This Week in D.C.

No Resolution in Sight: Federal Shutdown Enters Second Week

October 09, 2025
As the federal government shutdown stretches into a second week, both chambers of Congress remain gridlocked with no resolution in sight. Federal agencies are beginning to exhaust carryover funds, and questions persist about permanent workforce reductions and back pay for furloughed employees.
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Clean Georgia Rivers - Trash Trap Grants

Georgia Rivers has funding available to provide grants for trash traps with the intent of reducing trash and plastic pollution in waterways. Deadline: December 31, 2025

Smart Solutions for City Success

Empowering City Leaders with Knowledge and Skills

The Harold F. Holtz Municipal Training Institute offers city officials a comprehensive learning experience, covering everything from municipal finance and budgeting to ethics and data literacy. Designed to enhance leadership and expertise in local government, this program is a partnership between GMA and the University of Georgia’s Carl Vinson Institute of Government—equipping officials with the tools they need to serve their communities effectively.

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City Spotlight

Broxton, located in GMA's District 11, was incorporated in 1932. Broxton is most known for the Broxton Rocks Preserve, a natural wonder of South Georgia because of its unique environment. A network of cool, moist fissures and cliffs supports both Tropical and Appalachian plants, while the flat rocks above create a contrasting, desert-like climate.

Fun Fact: Broxton is also known for hosting the Broxton Chicken Livers and Gizzards Festival,