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 3, 2026

Cherokee County officially opened its new self-service microchip scanning stations located at the Animal Shelter Intake Building. This service will help owners find their lost pets much quicker by featuring signage with instructions on how to use the microchip scanner, as well as what to do if an animal is not microchipped.

Glynn County EMA Hosts Hands-On Training for Propane Emergencies

Glynn County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) coordinated with the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security (GEMA/HS) to host HazMat IQ's PropanelQ. The hands-on training course covered propane vessel construction, valve operations, leak control techniques, and safe flaring procedures, which enhanced regional readiness and supported safer, more effective responses to propane emergencies.

Bulloch County Celebrates Groundbreaking of New Coroner's Office Building

Bulloch County celebrated the groundbreaking of its first-ever standalone building for a new Coroner's Office. The facility will include a secure area to receive decedents, climate-controlled exam and holding areas, office space, records, and an area to assist families.

Cobb County Manager Honored with Distinguished Award 


Cobb County Manager Dr. Jackie McMorris was honored with the Woman of Distinction award by the Cobb Chamber's Cobb Executive Women. The award recognized her for demonstrating exceptional leadership through her professional endeavors, community involvement, and social responsibility.

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 Health Programs and Insurance Marketing Director Ben Pittarelli Celebrates Retirement After 27 Years of Service


Congratulations to ACCG Health Program and Insurance Marketing Director Ben Pittarelli on his retirement after 27 years of dedicated service to ACCG. Ben served as an integral part of the Insurance Programs Department and a trusted, respected colleague to county officials and insurance professionals across Georgia. We are grateful for Ben’s many contributions and wish him the best in his future endeavors!

The 2026 Legislative Leadership Conference (LLC) is only a few days away! Get ready to join us in Athens-Clarke County for three full days of learning, networking, and engaging in hot topic discussions. Visit the official website for all things LLC. 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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