The State of City Infrastructure

Streets and roads, water systems, and sewer infrastructure are showing signs of strain in cities across the country, according to a new report from the National League of Cities. Closer to home, GMA projects Georgia cities will need $33 billion for capital projects over the next five years.

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Updates

Nine Georgia cities among 14 communities receiving $74.7 million in infrastructure loans

Nine Georgia cities are among 14 communities that received a combined $74,740,215 in water, wastewater, and solid waste financing from the Georgia Environmental Finance Authority (GEFA).
Updates

GMA Expands Support Services with New Employee Assistance Program

Georgia Municipal Employee Benefits Services now offers a new Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through ComPsych®, providing employees, volunteer first responders, and families with free 24/7 confidential counseling, legal and financial resources, wellness tools, and crisis support.
Events

GMA Annual Convention

Registration is open for GMA's 2026 Annual Convention, June 26–June 30 in Savannah. Join city officials from across Georgia for four days of education, networking, and celebration of Georgia cities shining bright.

Upcoming Events

Jun
09
Certified Downtown Professional Certification 06/2026
Douglas
Jun
09
District 7 Clerks' Lunch & Learn
Washington
Jun
16
City Clerks Legal & Legislative Updates
Jun
17
District 5 Mayors' Quarterly Meeting
Athens
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In the Spotlight

Updates

Flint Energies Awards Community Mural Grants to Three Cities

May 22, 2026
Flint Energies recently announced that the cities of Byron, Montezuma, and Pinehurst have been selected as the 2026 recipients of the cooperative’s Rural Mural grant program. Flint Energies will award each community a $10,000 matching grant to support the creation of large-scale public murals that celebrate local history, culture and identity.
Grant and Award Opportunities | Public Safety

Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant Program

The SAFER Program provides funding directly to fire departments and volunteer firefighter organizations to increase the number of firefighters. This funding supports communities in meeting industry standards, achieving 24-hour staffing, and ensuring adequate protection from fire hazards while supporting the traditional missions of fire departments. Deadline: June 22, 2026

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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Person receiving training certificate.

City Spotlight

Rayle, located in GMA’s District 7 in Wilkes County, was incorporated in 1968 and is home to a small population of around 150 residents. The city is known for its unique architectural heritage and features attractions such as the Jefferson Island Salt Mural.

Fun Fact: Many of Rayle’s historic storefronts showcase distinctive “tin brick” facades, giving the town a memorable vintage roadside charm.