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In this episode, GMA Sr. Research Analyst, Claire Chan, talks about the Practicum program and how your city can get involved.
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In this episode, Jim Thornton and the other members of GMA’s Governmental Relations Team, provide an update of the recent activities of the General Assembly and share their insight into legislative issues that are likely to arise during the 2024 session.
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In this episode, you will hear from thought leaders who will share proven examples of how these partnerships have been used to make a real difference in cities across Georgia. You will be able to learn about resources that are available to help your community create shared economic prosperity and scale public innovations for all.
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In this episode, National Civic League announces that the 2024 All-America City Award applications are now open for. This award recognizes communities that leverage civic engagement, collaboration, inclusiveness, and innovation to address local issues successfully.
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In this episode, Natalie Johnston-Russell, Executive Director of the Keep Georgia Beautiful Foundation, shares KGBF's local initiatives and resources, including opportunities for community grants and in-kind support.
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In the October 2023 EMBRACE webinar, Bill Tanks, the Agency Executive Director of Public Services, Equity and Inclusion for the City of Powder Springs, shares his insights on transformational leadership.
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November 3, 2023
Robert Steuteville, Congress for the New Urbanism
A city in southern Georgia is redeveloping with the help of a Transect-based, walkable urban plan.
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In this episode, GDA President Jeffrey Fowler shares information on how GDA can be a resource to your city and discusses programs available through GDA including the new Certified Downtown Professional Certification, GDA Networking opportunities and more.
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Is your city a “City of Civility”? If not, we encourage you to consider it.
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In the September 2023 EMBRACE webinar, Renae Jackson, Equity and Engagement Manager with the City of Decatur, talks about how to build a sustainable program that promote inclusion within the city government.
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In this episode of Cities Connect, Becky Taylor, GMA's Director, Federal Relations and Research, hosts a panel discussion designed to help city officials better understand the differences between federal, state and local permitting processes for broadband providers, along with what can be controled at the local level.
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In this episode of Cities Connect, GEFA Executive Director, Hunter Hill, leads a discussion focused on two GEFA funding programs that are available to assist cities. Following Executive Director Hill, Leah Lord and Lisa Golphin of the GEFA staff presents information on the Energy Efficiency Conservation Block Grant Program and Lead Service Line Replacement Program.
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Watch the Georgia Economic Placemaking Collaborative Plenary: Creating Culture in Marginalized Communities through Placemaking presetnation.
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In this episode, Gina Webb, Director of the OneGeorgia Authority, provides an overview of available funding, including through the new Rural Workforce Housing Initiative that was set up to address critical statewide housing and workforce needs.
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In this episode of Cities Connect, Rusi Patel, GMA General Counsel, provides a high-level overview of the answers to these questions and basic legal knowledge of why ethics are so important for Georgia city officials, both elected and appointed.
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