The 2015 Summer Regional Meetings will take place June 22-26 across the state. Registration is now available, so be sure to select the meeting that best fits your schedule and get registered today!

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Georgia counties will receive a one percent cost of living adjustment (COLA) that will be effective Jan. 1, 2016. Sheriffs, superior court clerks, probate judges, magistrates, commissioners and coroners will be entitled to a one percent cost of living increase.

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The Georgia Board of Natural Resources and the Environmental Protection Division (EPD) issued a rule change for both Georgia's Drought Management and Water Supply Efficiency rules. The rule changes will affect counties; however, the counties with water withdrawal permits and operating public systems will be particularly affected and should pay close attention.

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Now is the time to register for the summer leadership training through the Lifelong Learning Acadmey's Leadership Institute. Training will take place July 15-17 at the Lake Blackshear Resort and Golf Club in Cordele/Crisp County, Ga. Be sure to contact your county clerk to register!

Visit http://www.accg.org/library/July_2015_Institute_Agenda.pdf to view the full article online.

 

Department of Community Affairs Commissioner Camila Knowles recently announced the creation of the new Community Services Division. The new division was created with the goal to provide equity in access to all of DCA's programs and services to all communities.

Visit http://www.dca.ga.gov/main/services.asp#contactlist to view the full article online.

 

Legislative advocacy and public policy development are some of the primary services that ACCG provides to Georgia's counties. To prepare for the development of the county platform, ACCG is asking for county officials to complete the 2015 Policy Survey that will inform the Policy Committees which issues to consider.

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Haven't been receiving your official You Are Why We're Here e-newsletter? Access the link below to update your preferences to ensure the latest news in You Are Why We're Here is delivered directly to your inbox! Don't miss your chance to learn how your colleagues across the state are using this unique communications tool.

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The Georgia State University Center for State and Local Finance is launching the second year of its executive education program tailored for chief financial officers and those who aspire to be chief financial officers. Registration is now open. The three- and four-day classes focus on the strategic thinking and analytic skills that public finance leaders need to move in leadership positions.

Visit http://cslf.gsu.edu/training/ to view the full article online.

 

Brenau University Student Hayley Fowler interned with Gwinnett County's Parks and Recreation Department as part of the Spring Georgia County Internship Program. Access the link below to learn more about Hayley's work in Gwinnett County.

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Cintas offers a complete facility solution, with exclusive pricing for all U.S. Communities participants -- from uniform rental and purchase to safe floor solutions, clean restroom programs, first aid and safety, fire protection, document management solutions and more.

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