Articles

Information Technology & Cybersecurity
Recent Cyber Incidents Highlight Need for Cybersecurity Preparedness
August 12, 2026
Recent cyber incidents affecting water and wastewater systems in Georgia and across the country underscore the importance of cybersecurity preparedness for essential public services. Municipal leaders can explore GMA’s updated cybersecurity resources for practical guidance to help protect city systems, data and services.

Innovation
Partnerships for Innovation's Community Investments Program
August 12, 2026
The Partnership for Innovation (PIN) Community Investments Program connects Georgia cities with university expertise and innovative solutions to address local infrastructure and community challenges.

Human Resources & Workplace Culture | Workforce Development
Lyons Joins Georgia Recovery-Ready Workplace Initiative
August 06, 2026
The City of Lyons is the only city in the state to be selected to join the Georgia Recovery-Ready Workplace Initiative (GROW), which works to expand employment opportunities for individuals in recovery and build supportive, stigma-free workplaces that address addiction and promote overall wellbeing.

Ethics & Transparency
Ethics Commission Shares Guidance on New PeachFile E-Filing Requirements
July 23, 2026
City officials should prepare for upcoming ethics filing changes by registering for PeachFile, understanding new filing requirements, and taking advantage of available training.

Ethics & Transparency | Public Relations, Communications & Branding | Social Media
Social Media and Public Officials
July 18, 2026
Social media has become an everyday tool for city officials to share updates, highlight events, and respond to residents. But recent court decisions make clear that this convenience comes with legal risk. And that personal accounts can, under certain circumstances, be treated as an official government forum subject to First Amendment protections.