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.

October 17, 2026

The Spalding County Fire Department recently visited Equal Chance Christian Academy to educate students on fire safety. The students had a fun, educational experience as they explored a fire truck, learned about the safety house, and watched a firefighter put on all of his protective gear.

Henry County Hosts ASPIRE Awards

Henry County hosted the 2026 AdaptED Sports Programs in Recreation and Education (ASPIRE) Awards at the Locust Grove Event Center. The awards ceremony acknowledged outstanding contributions to the advancement of adapted sports nationwide.

Gwinnett County Issues Proclamation for 30th Anniversary of Netherworld

The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners issued a proclamation to recognize Netherworld, a year-round entertainment destination 

featuring seasonal haunted attractions, for its 30th anniversary. The proclamation highlighted the attraction's unique and immersive horror entertainment experience, in addition to providing economic vitality to the community.

Kaden Vail, a junior and political science major at the University of Georgia, spent his Georgia County Internship Program (GCIP) experience with Cherokee County's Community Development Agency. He supported the newly established Cherokee Regional Land Bank, created public education materials for the land bank, and used tax records and GIS systems to build a comprehensive property database to track parcels available for redevelopment. 

Coweta County Selects New Animal Services Director

Trevin "Tre" Law was recently named as the new Coweta County Animal Services Director. In his role, Law will use his extensive management experience in both the public and nonprofit sectors, as well as his previous experience as the Fulton County Animal Services Coordinator, to oversee the newly formed standalone department.

Macon-Bibb County Office of Communications Recognized for Outstanding Work

The Macon-Bibb County Office of Communications was recognized by PRNEWS in two different categories of platinum awards at its annual Awards Gala. Additionally, Macon-Bibb County Chief Communications Officer Chris Floore was honored as a Chief Communicator of the Year. This recognition highlighted the power of authentic, engaging, and creative storytelling from the communications team.

Floyd County Police Department Hosts Regional Training on Election Security

The Floyd County Police Department hosted a regional training session on Election Security. The event provided insight and knowledge to emergency management and election office staff.

Fulton County Hosts First-Ever Veterans Policy Roundtable

Fulton County hosted its first-ever Veterans Policy Roundtable, which brought together local, state and federal policymakers to connect with veterans and veteran-serving organizations. During the discussion, the speakers focused on issues of veteran's mental health and wellbeing, and housing and economic opportunity.

ACCG in Focus

ACCG in Focus highlights the work of various ACCG departments and the dedicated staff behind them, showcasing the initiatives and collaborations that enable the association to advance Georgia’s counties.

ACCG Welcomes New Employees to the Team

ACCG is pleased to welcome two new faces to the association: Ron Roberts, who joins as a Governmental Affairs Associate, and Clark Harrell, who serves as the newest member of the County Consulting Services Team.

Ron brings more than 20 years of county government experience, most recently serving as the transit director for Douglas County. His firsthand knowledge of county government will make him a valuable asset as he advocates on behalf of Georgia's counties.

Clark brings decades of experience and expertise in public safety matters, most recently serving as the Harris County Manager, which will make him a great resource for Georgia's 159 Counties.

ACCG and Georgia Trend magazine, the state's leading business publication, will once again host the Georgia County Excellence Awards. The Georgia County Excellence Awards honor counties that have taken innovative and cost-effective approaches to solving local issues. The application period is now open until Friday, Dec. 11, 2026. 

Click here to learn more.

ACCG-Jerry R. Griffin Scholarship (Grant) Program

The ACCG-Jerry R. Griffin Scholarship (Grant) Program was created by the ACCG Board of Managers in 2025 to foster lifelong learning, enhance engagement among county officials at the state and national level, and increase conference participation at select ACCG and National Association of Counties (NACo) events. The non-competitive scholarship grants funds to county officials and/or staff for the reimbursement of expenses associated with attending ACCG and NACo conferences in 2026 and 2027. Click here to learn more.

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