Harold F. Holtz Municipal Training Institute | Georgia Municipal Association

Harold F. Holtz Municipal Training Institute

The Harold F. Holtz Municipal Training Institute is a series of training programs designed to help city officials enhance their knowledge and skills in municipal related matters.

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Upcoming Training

Jun

20

GMA 2025 Annual Convention

Savannah

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Classes Offered: 56

Aug

25

2025 Georgia Downtown Conference

Gainesville

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Classes Offered: 2

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The Municipal Training Institute is operated through a partnership between the Georgia Municipal Association and the University of Georgia’s Carl Vinson Institute of Government. Oversight is provided by the Municipal Training Board, which is comprised of municipal officials and representatives from partnering organizations.

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Training Class Prepares Cities for Disaster Response

The "Steering Through the Storm: Guiding Your Community Through Disaster" training class offers advice on the roles of elected officials during a disaster, best practices or working with staff when the city is embroiled in an emergency, and adopting policies and resolutions relating to disasters.

Training Policies

Learn about eligibility, attendance, and credit policies for Harold F. Holtz Municipal Training Institute programs, designed to support municipal leaders' certification and professional growth.

Certificate Requirements

City officials can earn certifications like the Certificates of Recognition, Achievement, Excellence, Distinction, and Dedication by meeting the Municipal Training Institute's outlined training and leadership requirements.

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Programs

Robert E. Knox, Jr. Municipal Leadership Institute

The Robert E. Knox, Jr. Municipal Leadership Institute is an intensive multi-day seminar that focuses on helping city officials enhance and sharpen their leadership skills.

Newly Elected Officials Institute

The Newly Elected Officials Institute provides an opportunity for mayors and councilmembers to increase their knowledge and understanding of city government, especially as it relates to the role and responsibility of the elected official.

Georgia Mayors Leadership Academy

The Georgia Mayors Leadership Academy is an immersive three-day experience is specifically designed to help Georgia’s mayors reflect on their pivotal leadership roles and enhance their capacity to lead their communities effectively.

Regional Training Program

One of the primary goals of the regional training program is to bring training opportunities closer to Georgia’s municipalities, particularly those smaller communities that often do not have the financial resources to attend statewide events.

Programs