Summaries of UGA/GMA COVID-19 Survey 5/20/2020 City governments are on the front line of the response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The threat of widespread illness impacts how city governments deliver services to the public, how cities interact with state and federal agencies for assistance and how cities solicit the cooperation of the public in the protection of public health. The University of Georgia and GMA conducted a survey of city governments in the state between April 8 and 22 to learn more about how municipalities are responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. This four-part series of essays by Dr. Eric Zeemering summarizes the survey results, explains how city governments remained open and engaged, outlines city-level perspectives on the intergovernmental response to the pandemic and illustrates the networks that have formed to respond to health and economic aspects of the pandemic at the local level.
Summary of Governor Kemp’s 05/12 Executive Order 5/20/2020 On May 12, Governor Kemp issued an extensive and detailed Executive Order. This is a summary prepared by GMA’s Legal Department explaining that order and its impact on local governments.
Model Policy Requiring Face Coverings in City Buildings 5/18/2020 In response to city inquiries, GMA has drafted the attached model policy for requiring city employees and others visiting city buildings to wear face coverings when inside city buildings. GMA is not taking a position as to whether your city should choose to require face coverings in city buildings. However, for those cities that are considering such protective measures, we suggest you consider this model policy. If you choose to use it, we encourage you to adapt it to your own unique circumstances. As with all matters, we encourage you to seek the guidance of your City Attorney before adopting this or another policy requiring face coverings.
DDA Emergency Grants given to 15 businesses May 27, 2020 Milledgeville Union Recorder The Milledgeville Downtown Development Authority has awarded 15 emergency grants to local businesses to support them during the COVID-19 crisis.
Weekly food drive in Stockbridge continues to draw crowds May 27, 2020 Henry Daily Herald While the coronavirus pandemic has impacted daily lives, a member of the Stockbridge City Council is working to lessen its impact on local residents.
Decatur cancellations continue with Beach Party; July 4 fireworks May 27, 2020 Atlanta Journal-Constitution City Manager Andrea Arnold has previously stated that city activities would get evaluated every 30 days during the pandemic.