This six-hour workshop targets municipal officials that are interested in downtown revitalization. Workshop participants are provided opportunities to view actual plans and projects with officials from the host city discussing their downtown and neighborhood strategies, their success stories, and their lessons learned. The workshop includes formal presentations and tours of downtown areas. The class utilizes city officials and downtown practitioners that have first-hand experience with downtown development. Additionally, information regarding available resources that are available to provide technical assistance and downtown incentives are provided. 

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations after October  23 incur a $50.00 cancellation fee. Cancellations after November 3 will not be refunded. 

Lodging: GMA and the Georgia Cities Foundation have arranged a block rate of $159, plus taxes and fees, for the night of  November 5, 2025, at the Marriott Courtyard Carrollton,180 Barnes Ave. Carrollton, GA 30117. Use this link to book your room by October 10: or call  (678) 664-5200 and ask for the Heart and Soul Workshop group rate.