ACCG is accepting nominations for the 2019 ACCG Awards & Recognition Program, which serves as a way to recognize the individuals who provide outstanding contributions to their local communities. Nominations can be submitted for the Emory Greene Leadership Award, Jerry Griffin Leadership Award, Youth Leadership, and Clerk of the Year. All nominations must be submitted by February 8, 2019.

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Get prepared for the 2019 legislative session by reviewing the ACCG Legislative Toolkit. ACCG’s Legislative Toolkit is designed to inform individuals about major concerns that all counties share in an effort to spark dialogue amongst communities and promote awareness of the Guiding Principles and the Policy Agenda the association will actively pursue on their behalf. Before the legislative session begins, county officials are encouraged to take time to review the Toolkit and discuss these top priorities with their state legislators. County officials are also encouraged to use the Toolkit as a guide throughout the session.

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ACCG is asking for your assistance with updating the list of county legislative coordinators (CLC). The CLC network is a communication tool that helps county commissioners and county management staff remain updated on legislation of importance to counties and provides county-specific information to ACCG to help legislators assess the impact of proposed legislation.

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December's spotlight is shining bright on Kennesaw State student Joshua Shapiro and his GIS internship with Cobb County's Department of Stream Monitoring. Check out his story to learn about his experience in working for county government and how it opened his eyes to the role the Stream Monitoring Department played to the community.

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The deadline to file an immigration report with the DOAA is quickly approaching! All counties must submit the required documents by December 31, 2018.

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The ACCG Civic Affairs Foundation is still seeking grant applications from counties for the 2019 Summer Georgia County Internship Program (GCIP). GCIP offers funding to counties interested in providing internships in various departments to college students and recent college graduates. The deadline to apply for funding is December 14, 2018.

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The project solicitation period for the 2019 Clean Water and Drinking Water State Revolving Funds (SRF) has been extended. Interested parties must submit the appropriate online pre-application via the GEFA website no later than Thursday, January 31, 2019, at 5:00 p.m.

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The GA Chapter of the American Public Works Association is now accepting nominations for the 5th Annual Chapter Awards Program. The chapter awards program recognizes outstanding public works employees, individuals groups and projects, representing the best achievements in the public works profession in the state. The nomination deadline is January 11, 2019.

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The Center for State and Local Finance (CSLF) will offer two courses for public finance leaders this winter. Registration is now open.

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The Georgia Local Government Personnel Association (GLGPA) recently held their Fall Conference at Chateau Elan in Braselton, Georgia November 13-16, 2018. During the conference employees from four county governments were presented their Level I Certifications as a Certified Human Resources Manager (CHRM).

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