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Overview of House Bill 581: Key Changes to Local Government Revenue

October 2, 2024

House Bill 581, passed during the 2024 legislative session and signed by Governor Kemp, introduces key changes that will impact local government revenue. This FAQ document offers an overview of the bill’s major components, addressing the implications for local governments and the decisions they need to make in the coming months.

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Perception and Public Safety: The Dual Impact of Macon's BID Ambassadors and Hype Team

October 2, 2024

Emily Hopkins, Vice President of External Affairs and Main Street Macon Manager, NewTown Macon

NewTown Macon’s BID Ambassadors and Hype Team have improved public safety and perception in downtown Macon by maintaining cleanliness, enhancing security, and promoting positive experiences, making the area more welcoming for residents and visitors alike.

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Georgia City Fire Departments Embrace Data-Driven Risk Reduction

October 2, 2024

Aileen Harris, Deputy Director, Training, GMA

Georgia cities use data-driven Community Risk Reduction (CRR) programs to address unique public safety risks, from large-scale disasters to everyday incidents, through strategies like education, enforcement, and collaboration between local departments.

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Enhancing Public Safety in Georgia’s Cities with Waycross Police Chief Tommy Cox

September 27, 2024

Waycross Police Department Chief Tommy Cox discussed strategies for emergency preparedness, safety, youth engagement, and integrating technology in public safety.

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Enhancing Public Safety in Georgia’s Cities with Camilla Fire Chief Jamie Sullivan

September 27, 2024

Camilla Fire Chief Jamie Sullivan discusses strategies for emergency preparedness, fire safety, youth engagement, and integrating technology in public safety.

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Public Housing Transformation Promotes Urbanism

Public Square

September 22, 2024

Robert Steuteville, Congress for the New Urbanism

Founded on a solid design framework, the North Downtown Athens plan extends the city's heart with mixed-use, walkable, affordable development.

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Cities Connect: Explore Georgia

Cities Connect

September 12, 2024

In this episode, representatives from Explore Georgia, the state’s official tourism website, share how cities can expand the visibility and reach of their local events to audiences throughout the state. 

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Cities Connect: Recycling Glass with Arglass

Cities Connect

August 14, 2024

In this episode, Georgia Public Service Commissioner Tim Echols and Ron Holmes of Arglass discuss a recent statewide glass recycling contest for schools that they sponsored. 

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Georgia Cities Leverage Smart Technology

August 13, 2024

Aileen Harris, GMA

With cutting-edge technology and community-driven solutions, Georgia's cities are redefining what it means to be smart.

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Quick Guide: Homeowners Tax Relief Grant

August 6, 2024

In 2023, Governor Brian Kemp signed HB 18 into law, providing $950 million in property tax relief to homeowners by reducing the assessed value of qualified homesteaded properties in Georgia by up to $18,000. GMA and the Georgia Department of Revenue have prepared this one-page guide with instructions on how your city can claim its credit from DOR.

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NLC Releases State of the Cities Report

July 29, 2024

The National League of Cities recently released it's 2024 State of the Cities report.  Key themes this year include economic development, infrastructure, housing, public safety, and health services, reflecting the top priorities and concerns of both residents and mayors.

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Entertainment Districts a "Social Experiment" for Cities

July 23, 2024

Logan C. Ritchie, Rough Draft Atlanta

Entertainment districts are transforming city streets into vibrant hubs of social activity, blending live music, local art, and dynamic dining experiences.

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An IT Disaster Recovery Blueprint for Municipal Leaders

July 12, 2024

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This guide offers a comprehensive list of common, seasonal, and rare disasters and their potential impact on cities. It includes a checklist to help cities quickly recover from any disaster and emphasizes defining a disaster by its impact rather than its nature.

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2024 Infrastructure Report Card: Georgia Gets a C+

July 9, 2024

The Georgia Section of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) recently released its 2024 Georgia Infrastructure Report Card, grading the state's infrastructure at a C+.

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Cities Connect: US DOT Safe Streets and Roads for All and the Georgia Downtown Association

Cities Connect

June 13, 2024

In this episode, Robert Dell-Ross, Engineering Project Manager with the city of Milton, discusses how the city turned around their unsuccessful grant application to ultimately win $1 million in funding from the US DOT Safe Streets and Roads for All ("SS4A") program. Following Rob’s presentation, we hear from the Georgia Downtown Association (GDA), which is celebrating 25 years of supporting Georgia's downtowns.

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