GROWING PAINS. The Balanced Growth Initiative presents a review of the “drivers” of growth affecting Georgia communities today. Link
NEW TRAINING TRIO. Three new training and development initiatives are actively involving smaller communities, public works supervisors, and state natural resources officials. Link
NOT SO PEACHY. Georgians voice some unexpected views on privatization, education, and public institutions in the latest Peach State Poll. Link
POLICY NOTES NEWS. Several new Policy Notes provide research briefs on such subjects as revenue measures of the Georgia lottery, how public opinion splits along racial lines, annexation laws, the HOPE scholarship, and more. Link
STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT REVIEW. Articles in the current issue of State and Local Government Review explore AIDs policies, municipal bond issuers, state administrative performance, GASB 34, and more. Link
ROAD REVENUES. Institute researchers have completed a study to help policy makers identify and evaluate financing alternatives for transportation infrastructure. Link
STRATEGIC NEGOTIATION: HELP IS ON THE WAY. A new summer workshop offers local officials and administrators the tools and techniques for navigating negotiations – in many settings.
SERVICE LEARNING INTERNATIONAL STYLE. The International Center for Democratic Governance is helping coordinate a new service learning opportunity for students. Link
RESERVOIR RIPPLES. A new document brings together for the first time information about the number and impact of the state’s reservoirs. Link
NEW DIVISION LEADERS. New associate directors for the Governmental Services and Community and Regional Development divisions will be on board this summer. Link
CAPITOL TOUR GUIDE. Lesson plans are available to help elementary students better connect with state government while visiting the capitol. Link
CZECH. The Czech Republic Initiative has provided knowledge-sharing venues for both faculty and students.
DIAMOND JUBILEE UPDATE. A veteran public servant comments on progress made in improving race relations at first distinguished practitioner lecture, and more. Link
GOOD WORK. Institute faculty and staff are recognized for excellence in public service Link
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