Johnson Park to celebrate grand opening of new inclusive playground ROCKDALE COUNTY, GA – The community is invited to celebrate the grand opening of Johnson Park’s new inclusive playground during a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, Jan. 13 at 4:30 p.m.,1781 Ebenezer Road in Conyers. Click link for full story: https://ocgnews.com/johnson-park-to-celebrate-grand-opening-of-new-inclusive-playground/
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Don't miss out on early registration for the NACo Legislative Conference! Click the link to visit the website and learn more!Registration is now open for NACo's 2026 Legislative Conference, with early bird rates available until Dec. 3! Join us in Washington, D.C., for a one-of-a-kind conference that will strengthen our intergovernmental partnerships for years to come. #NACoLeg Register now: https://bit.ly/47Njikd
Commission Meeting:January 9, 2026. The first Chatham County Board of Commissioners meeting of the year! View agenda at: https://chathamcountyga.iqm2.com/Citizens/Default.aspx
I’m grateful to be recognized by @georgiatrend as one of the 2026 100 Most Influential Georgians. Moments like this are a reminder that doing the work with integrity, consistency, and care matters. This recognition doesn’t belong to me alone. It reflects the commitment of an incredible DeKalb County team that shows up every day, often behind the scenes, to serve our residents and move this county forward. I’m proud of what we’re building together. Thank you to Georgia Trend for the acknowledgment, and thank you to the people of DeKalb for the trust you place in us. Read more here: https://editions.mydigitalpublication.com/publication/?i=858796&p=40&view=issueViewer
DeKalb County and NACA are hosting a FREE 4-day homeownership event where you can get NACA-qualified in one day. No down payment No closing costs No credit score required 📍 The Gallery at South DeKalb | Old JC Penney 🗓️ January 22–25 | 8 AM–8 PM 👣 Walk-ins welcome Scan the QR code to register. This opportunity matters.
The Camden County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session at 5:00 p.m. tomorrow, Tuesday, December 9, 2025. 📄 View the Notice of Work Session on the Camden County website. #Agendas 🎥 Watch live online through the Camden County BOC YouTube page. #LinkInBio
We were proud to attend the 2025 Governor’s Public Safety Awards at the Georgia Public Safety Training Center, honoring men and women across Georgia who go above and beyond in service to their communities. Congratulations to Deputy Sheriff Lt. Gerald Johnson for being honored for heroic acts he displayed on January 6, 2025, keeping the citizens of Fulton County safe. Thank you for your outstanding dedication and service! #PublicSafetyAwards #FCSO
The capital budget makes up $409 million of Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson’s proposed $2.6 billion budget and maintains existing infrastructure like buildings, parks, and roads, and pays for new ones. Water Resources is responsible for the largest category of the capital budget at 42 percent, followed by 14 percent for transportation. This portion of the budget includes funding for SPLOST revenue-sharing with our cities, public safety, parks, technology, and other capital needs. Learn more about the proposed 2026 budget and share your comments at the link in our bio.
The Association County Commissioners of Georgia (ACCG or Georgia’s County Association) recently awarded Henry County officials with certificates for completing requirements in the ACCG Lifelong Learning Academy. Recipients were presented with their achievement certificates during the Association’s 2025 Legislative Leadership Conference at the Jekyll Island Convention Center in Glynn County. Vice Chairwoman and District II Commissioner Neat Robinson was honored for successfully completing the County Operations and Management specialty track requirements in the Lifelong Learning Academy. ACCG and the Carl Vinson Institute of Government at the University of Georgia (CVIOG) have collaborated for more than two decades to provide county officials with supplemental training and educational tools in the Lifelong Learning Academy. With abundant courses from which they may choose, every county official has a tailor-made learning experience that allows them to excel in specific areas of expertise. Cutline: Pictured from left to right: Dave Wills, ACCG Executive Director; Clinton Johnson, ACCG President & Dougherty County Commissioner; Neat Robinson, Henry County Vice Chair; Tracy Arner, UGA Carl Vinson Institute of Government Interim Associate Director of Governmental Training, Education, and Development; and Dr. Marci Campbell, UGA Carl Vinson Institute of Government Public Service Associate Learn more: https://bit.ly/henrycountynews-lifelonglearningacademy
The City of Statesboro’s 2025-2030 Strategic Plan is now available for review. This plan outlines our priorities and near-term vision for the future of our community, focusing on areas such as infrastructure, economic development, and quality of life. Residents, stakeholders, and community partners were engaged throughout the planning process to help shape the plan’s vision and ensure it reflects the needs and values of the Statesboro community. To view the plan, click on the "Strategic Plan" link in our bio.
🏡 Forest Park is making BIG moves when it comes to housing, and we’re thrilled to share some exciting news… 🎉 We have been selected to participate in the 2026 Georgia Initiative for Community Housing (GICH) program, and initiative launched through @ga\_dca. Our team is already collaborating with GICH partners to: ✨ Develop creative ideas for meeting future housing needs ✨ Build a comprehensive action plan for increased home ownership ✨ Support ongoing neighborhood revitalization efforts 📰 GET THE FULL DETAILS BY VISITING THE CITY NEWS SECTION ON OUR WEBSITE: www.forestparkga.gov #OneForestPark #ClaytonCounty #Housing #HomeOwnership
📣 Stockbridge is on the GO! The City of Stockbridge Government recently hosted its Hometown Connection Legislative Meeting. This event allowed state legislators, staff of the Georgia Municipal Association, the City of Stockbridge Staff, and the Stockbridge City Council to proudly show joint collaboration, teamwork, and progress. 📣Our City is shining!💫✨🙌🏻🙌🏼🙌🏾