July-September 2012 (Vol. 11, No. 3)
Institute Facilitation Assists State Libraries in Strategic Planning
The Georgia Public Library System is getting feedback for its updated five-year strategic plan through public meetings facilitated by the Vinson Institute. (more)
Vinson Institute, ACCG Unveil New Professional Development Plan
County commissioners participating in the new Lifelong Learning Academy will encounter a strong foundation in county governance and have the opportunity to deepen their expertise through a variety of specializations. (more)
Analysis Explores Labor Market Impact of MARTA
The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority has quantifiable measures of its impact on the economy and labor market of its service region thanks to analysis from the Institute. (more)
International Center Coordinates China, S. Korea Leadership Delegation Trip
Leaders from Georgia's local governments, higher education, and industry traveled to China and South Korea and strengthened international partnerships through a trip organized by the Institute's International Center. (more)
Augusta-Richmond HR Department to Receive Best Practices Guide
Human resource professionals in the Augusta-Richmond government will be able to approach departmental decision making with information provided through an organizational and HR best practices review provided by the Institute's local government specialists. (more)
Fall Vinson Fellows Jump into Institute Projects
Four UGA undergraduate students paired up with Vinson Institute faculty-mentors through the Vinson Fellows Program to learn more about public service and to experience government issues firsthand. (more)
SAM Shortline Gets Budget Analysis to Help It Stay on Track
The SAM Shortline vintage train in South Georgia had a comprehensive financial and budgetary analysis conducted by the Vinson Institute to help keep its operations sustainable following reduced state appropriations. (more)
David Tanner Joins Institute as Head of Governmental Services and Research
The Vinson Institute welcomed David Tanner in August as the new head of the Governmental Services and Research Division. (more)
Archway Professionals and Others Learn the Basics of Planning and Zoning
Eighteen representatives from Archway Partnership communities around the state and others gained a better understanding of effective planning and zoning implementation during a Vinson Institute training program. (more)
Vinson Faculty Take Teachings to UGA Classrooms
UGA graduate and undergraduate students are learning about municipal law, environmental policy, community planning, and more in courses taught by Vinson Institute faculty this semester. (more)
City of Cleveland Gets Assistance with Charter Updates
While updating its municipal charter, the City of Cleveland in Northeast Georgia has the help of the Vinson Institute's local government team to facilitate its efforts. (more)
