Each week ACCG shares photos highlighting activities from counties
around the state and the ACCG team at work. Email your photos to bbrown@accg.org.
ACCG Staff Kicks Off Series Regional Meetings
This week marked the first three meetings in a series of eight regional training sessions offered by ACCG staff on Local Option Sales Tax (LOST) negotiations and redistricting. Staff traveled to Bartow County, Houston County and Fayette County. Next week's meetings are scheduled for Columbia County, Bulloch County and Ware County. To learn more, visit www.accg.org.
Baldwin County Celebrates Ribbon Cutting for New Splash Pad
Baldwin County recently celebrated the ribbon cutting of the brand-new splash pad at Harrisburg Park! In addition to the new splashpad, the park houses a community garden and a walking trail maintained by the county parks and recreation department and Baldwin County residents. This collaborative effort keeps the historically rich community thriving.

Community leaders look forward to the future of Harrisburg. A grant from the Community Foundation of Central Georgia and the Knight Foundation will help support the development of a Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy and Master Plan for the area.  
Rockdale County Hosts Save Small Business Expo
Rockdale County hosted the first of many Save Small Business Expos to encourage the community to support small businesses. Rockdale is one of three communities to join forces and promote the importance of small businesses. Shoppers were encouraged to take the pledge and commit to making one purchase a week from a local business.

The expo featured over 50 vendors that ranged from children's book authors to local chiropractors. Follow the #takethepledge hashtag to continue supporting these great vendors. The next expo will take place in Newton County on October 21.
Cobb County Libraries Host
Baby Storytime on the Green
Every Monday morning for 30 minutes, the West Cobb Regional Library hosts Baby Storytime on the Green. This socially distanced event features fun literacy activities for babies and their parents. Participants sing, move, read, play, meet new friends and practice their Moos, Clucks and Roars! 
Lumpkin County Dedicates Meeting Room in Memory of Commissioner David Miller
Lumpkin County honors the legacy of late Commissioner David Miller who passed away earlier this year. Commissioner Miller was very active in the community and participated in several county service organizations and projects. In honor of his dedication and community support, the Board of Commissioners designated the Commissioners’ Boardroom as the Dr. David J. Miller Commissioners’ Boardroom.
Columbia County Departments Receive Accolades
Columbia County received the Southeast Governmental Fleet Managers Association’s (SGFMA) Award for Quality Fleet Management during their Annual Meeting on September 15. The award is based on a department’s accomplishments and judged on originality, innovation, effectiveness, and applicability in their specific area. Due to COVID, SGFMA based their decision on the organization’s top four initiatives during the past two years.

The fleet service isn't the only department receiving national recognition for its outstanding work. The Columbia County Emergency Management Agency has been named the 2021 Weather-Ready Nation Ambassador of Excellence by the staff of NWS Columbia, South Carolina.
Meet an ACCG Staff Member
Name: Ben Hancock

Program: ACCG

Position: Law Clerk

Joined ACCG: 2021

About Ben: Ben joined the ACCG team this month. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with family and exploring the outdoors. Ben's favorite hobbies are fishing and watching football. According to Ben, it has been a pleasant surprise how dedicated everyone is to the organization. ACCG employees love their jobs and truly want to serve county governments.
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 contact Beth Brown at bbrown@accg.org.
To submit photos and captions for Georgia's Local Lens, click here.
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