Georgia's Local Lens (Week of February 11, 2024):

Each week ACCG shares snapshots of counties, highlighting activities from around the state and the ACCG team at work. Email your photos to locallens@accg.org.

Note: Local Lens submissions submitted prior to 12:00 p.m. on each Friday will be included in that week's edition. Submissions received after that will be included in the following week’s newsletter.

February 17, 2024

ACCG Board of Managers, Georgia County Officials, and Staff Travel to D.C. for NACo Legislative Conference

Georgia county officials traveled to Washington, D.C., this week to network with their county peers from across the country at the NACo Legislative Conference. While in D.C., they also participated in the annual ACCG Wreath Laying Ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery and met with their members of Georgia's congressional delegation at their D.C. offices.

A custom wreath, bearing 159 red and white carnations representing all 159 Georgia counties, is laid at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier by an official four-person Wreath Party.

Cindy Mills, Forsyth County Commissioner and NACo rep for the ACCG Board of Managers, visits Rep. Rich McCormick's D.C. office.

Rockdale County Officials Meet with

Senator Jon Ossoff

While attending the NACo Legislative Conference, Rockdale County officials met with Sen. Jon Ossoff and his staff to discuss the issues they are facing in their county.

Georgia County Officials Participate in

NACIRO Meeting

During the NACo Legislative Conference, Georgia county officials participated in the National Association of Counties Intergovernmental Relations Officials (NACIRO) Meeting. Douglas County Chief of Staff/Assistant County Administrator Tiffany Stewart serves as President of NACIRO.

Pictured L to R: Lakerria Gilbert, DeKalb County BOC Intern; Felicia Franklin, Clayton County Commissioner, Fran Phillips-Calhoun, Fulton County Intergovernmental Affairs Manager; Tiffany Stewart-Stanley, Douglas County Chief of Staff/ Assistant County Administrator

Chatham County Leaders Attend Capitol Hill Briefing Focused on Leadership and Mental Health

To conclude the NACo Legislative Conference, Chatham County officials attended the Capitol Hill Briefing: Leadership in Mental Health: Overcoming Barriers for Equitable Care Access. During this session, Chatham County leaders had the opportunity to share insights and learn from other county leaders about ensuring equitable access to mental health resources for residents in need.

Keep Cherokee Beautiful Awarded 2023 Governor's Circle Award

Keep Cherokee Beautiful (KCB) received the 2023 Governor's Circle Award this week. Presented by the Keep Georgia Beautiful Foundation, this prestigious award recognizes local programs for their outstanding achievements in litter reduction, waste minimization, and community greening efforts.

Pictured L to R: Lindsay Bridges, Keep Georgia Beautiful Board President; Benny Carter, Cherokee County Commissioner; Lisa Johnson, KCB Board Member; Mark Preetorius, KCB Chief Executive Officer; and Natalie Johnston-Russell, Keep Georgia Beautiful Executive Director.

Fayette County Holds Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Walking Path

The Fayette County Board of Commissioners recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of the Camp Creek Phase 1 Path Project. The walking path at Gristmill Drive extends the existing walking area for residents.

Apply Now for the 2024 Georgia County Excellence Awards -

Deadline is Less than Two Weeks Away!

Does your county have an outstanding program that you want to share? Apply now for the Georgia County Excellence Awards. More details, including information on submission guidelines and requirements, can be found in the nomination packet.

Click here to download the fillable award application.

Award applications are now due Wednesday, February 28, 2024. All nominations should be submitted via email to Madeline Shank at mshank@accg.org. No late entries will be accepted.

All questions may be directed to Madeline Shank at (470) 891-0224 or mshank@accg.org

More details are also available on the ACCG Website.

Upcoming Events:

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2024 ACCG Legislative Breakfast

2024 ACCG Annual Conference