Disaster Preparedness Toolkit
This toolkit includes four webinar recordings, a comprehensive resource guide, model ordinances and agreements, and supporting materials for cities.
The ‘10X downtowns’ route to better city centers
As cities adapt to the demands of the 21st Century, the vitality of their downtowns has never been more critical.
Information Technology & Cybersecurity | Parks & Recreation
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To connect residents with nature, one Georgia town is turning to tech
In one Georgia town, officials are leveraging tech and data to bring people closer to nature.
Children & Youth | Workforce Development
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Jump Starting Economic Mobility: How Savannah Is Investing in its Youth Workforce
August 28, 2025
Savannah is tackling poverty and childcare shortages through its EMERGE program and Jump Start initiative, offering free credentials, training, and support to boost youth mobility and expand the childcare workforce.
Finance
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Local Government Compliance Dashboard
State law requires local governments to submit financial audit reports to DOAA and requires DOAA to report on compliance with this requirement. This dashboard enhances public access to current information on local government financial reporting.
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Georgia Department of Audits & Accounts (DOAA)
The Department of Audits and Accounts exists to provide independent, unbiased information and impactful recommendations to promote accountability and improve government.
Municipal Law | Public Safety
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Oath Requirements for Peace Officers and Public Employees
August 22, 2025
On July 1, 2025, Georgia updated a new standardized oath for peace officers across the state. The change is meant to strengthen accountability in law enforcement and ensure officers are upholding both state and federal constitutions.