Georgia's Local Lens (Week of September 25, 2023) GSDF New Commanding Officer, Ribbon Cuttings and More...

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September 30, 2023

Athens-Clarke County Veteran Steps into Role as New Commanding Officer for the Georgia State Defense Force

Athens Veteran Brigadier General Dennis Watts was recently selected to serve as the Commanding General for the Georgia State Defense Force (GSDF). Watts’ military career, which spans over 40 years, includes service in the U.S. Army as an Infantry Officer, Army Reserves, and the GSDF. Under the direction of Gov. Brian Kemp and Georgia Adjutant General Major General Tom Carden, Watts will help lead the GSDF Soldiers when deployed to help with storm response, search and rescue operations, and Military to Military support to the Georgia National Guard. The GSDF is a component of the Georgia Department of Defense, along with the Georgia Air National Guard and Georgia Army National Guard.

Henry County Transportation Planning Receives "Outstanding Planning Process Award"

The Henry County Transportation Department was recently awarded the "Outstanding Planning Process Award" by the Georgia Chapter of the American Planning Association. Henry County along with surrounding cities worked together to develop a city-county joint transportation plan. The collaboration between the cities and residents of Henry County helped make this achievement possible.

Harris County Holds Ribbon Cutting for New Addition to Man O' War Trail

Harris County held a ribbon cutting ceremony for phase VI of the Man O’ War Trail. The 10-foot-wide asphalt trail is now 13.5 miles. The trail features several trailheads with free parking and informational kiosks that contain updated trail maps with mile markers, elevations, and trail rules. Construction was primarily funded by TSPLOST funds.

Glynn County Hosts Hydration Lunch and Learn

The Glynn County Human Resources Division hosted a lunch and learn for county employees on the importance of proper hydration. In addition to learning how to properly hydrate, participants received free water bottles and learned about the health advantages of reducing sugar and high calorie beverages.

Fayette County Celebrates New County Elections & Voter Registration Building

The Fayette Board of Commissioners recently held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the opening of the new Fayette County Board of Elections and Voter Registration Building. The building is expected to help better serve Fayette County's election needs and reach new voters.

Join ACCG, your county colleagues, and state leaders on October 11-13 at the Jekyll Island Convention Center in Glynn County for the Association’s fall policy conference. Attend the LLC to ensure your county's concerns are considered when voting on the 2024 Proposed Policy Agenda and Legislative Priorities and to participate in several engaging educational opportunities. To learn more about the LLC, click here.

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