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Article | Parks & Recreation
How the Hooch Finally Became Accessible to Atlantans
Discover how Atlanta's first public access point to the Chattahoochee River, Standing Peachtree Greenspace, was established through collaboration between city officials and the Trust for Public Land, enhancing equitable outdoor recreation and advancing the Chattahoochee RiverLands vision.
Article | Environment & Energy
A Watershed Victory for Cities
In a landmark decision, the U.S. Supreme Court sided with San Francisco in a case against the EPA, reinforcing permit protections under the Clean Water Act and delivering a major regulatory win for cities nationwide, including in Georgia.
Resource | Information Technology & Cybersecurity
ICMA Survey Research: Artificial Intelligence in Local Government
ICMA's 2024 survey of 637 local government leaders reveals AI is still a low priority, with limited readiness and widespread concerns over misinformation. Despite this, leaders see potential for AI in resident services and policy modeling.
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Estimated Roll-Back Rate Guidance and Best Practices
April 21, 2025
The estimated roll-back rate, established by HB 581 (2024) and revised by HB 92 (2025), is a new requirement in Georgia law effective in 2025.
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TIA Tracker - First Quarter 2025
April 17, 2025
This short video shows the progress made by Georgia DOT's Transportation Investment Act (TIA) program through the First Quarter of 2025.
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South Arts
Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, South Arts is a nonprofit regional arts organization empowering artists, organizations, and communities, and increasing access to arts and culture.
Governance & Policy Making | Municipal Management
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Getting to Great: Defining the Roles of the Governing Body and Local Government Manager
There is a dance that managers must do with their elected officials as they navigate the curved and blurry line between politics and administration, but this symbiotic relationship is built on the foundational premise that management is a supporting role.
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