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Across rural Georgia, mayors are finding creative ways to close the housing gap, from zoning updates to public-private partnerships. Their stories, shared at the Georgia Chamber Foundation’s Rural Prosperity Summit, reveal how housing drives workforce and community success.

As the size and scope of the federal government decreases, tens of thousands of public servants with deep expertise are seeking new pathways to apply their talents and commitment to service. This represents a once-in-a-generation chance for local governments to recruit skilled professionals who can strengthen community services at a time when they’re needed most.

Long after the cameras stop rolling, iconic filming locations continue to draw tourists to Georgia Cities. Now there is a statewide effort to help communities capitalize on this lasting opportunity.

In recent months, news stories across the country have covered public meetings in which discussion of hot-button issues resulted in growing frustration among attendees and meeting leaders alike. Some of these meetings culminated in attendees being asked or forced to leave.

In this Q&A, South Fulton councilmember Dr. Catherine Foster Rowell discusses the city's strategy for managing density, expanding housing options, and ensuring affordability for current and future residents.