Georgia's Local Lens (Week of October 1, 2023) Fire Safety Month, Ribbon Cuttings and More...

Each week ACCG shares photos highlighting activities from counties 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.

October 7, 2023

Gordon County Recognizes October as National Fire Safety Month

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners signed a proclamation recognizing October as National Fire Safety Month. The goal of the proclamation is to help promote fire safety awareness in the community.

Dawson County Holds Ribbon Cutting for New Recycling Center

The Dawson County Board of Commissioners recently celebrated the opening of a new county recycling center. Residents can now dispose of various materials including aluminum and three different types of plastics.

Oconee County Fire Rescue Welcomes New Air and Light Truck

The Oconee County Board of Commissioners along with the Oconee County Fire Rescue welcomed a new state-of-the-art vehicle into service. The specialized vehicle can provide supplemental lighting and carry air refill tanks for extended fire scenes. Funding for this vehicle included a donation from the Presbyterian Homes of Georgia.

ACCG Associate Director of Governmental Affairs Connects with Community Leaders in Gwinnett County

Martha Revelo, ACCG Associate Director of Governmental Affairs, recently attended the Hispanic and Latino Leaders Luncheon hosted by Gwinnett County Chairwoman Nicole Hendrickson. The event was created to promote collaboration and foster better relationships between local government and community leaders.

Whitfield County Fire Department Shares Importance of Fire Safety Through Clown Posse

The Whitfield County Fire Department's Clown Posse makes a return to promote Fire Safety Awareness Month. Throughout the month, the Clown Posse will travel to elementary schools in the county to educate students about fire safety through skits, demonstrations, and more.

ACCG Fall Regional Meetings – Coming to a County Near You!

Mark your calendar and make plans to join the ACCG team as we hit the road for Fall Regional Meetings. Register for the meeting of your choice to discuss hot legislative issues and other topics impacting county government, connect with ACCG, and to network with your peers from surrounding counties. For more information about regional meetings, click here.

Tell Us What's Happening in Your County!

ACCG wants to share positive news about events and projects from your county with your peers from across the state. Photos and story ideas submitted to ACCG for Georgia's Local Lens or the Georgia County Spotlight may be used in this e-newsletter or on ACCG's website or social media. Photos and other information used are provided courtesy of our county constituents and ACCG staff. For questions or information, please email locallens@accg.org.

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