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July 27, 2020 | Spotlight
Interactive maps that provide a detailed picture of where broadband internet service is available in Georgia were developed through an Institute of Government partnership with the Georgia Technology Authority, the Georgia Department of Community Affairs, other state agencies and the private sector.

Institute helps develop key tools for Georgia's broadband mapping project

The Institute partnered with the Georgia Technology Authority, Georgia Department of Community Affairs, other state agencies and the private sector to develop accurate, up-to-date maps of high-speed internet availability for the Georgia Broadband Deployment Initiative.

July 10, 2020 | News

New Georgia Map Has Broadband On Everyone's Mind

To provide more transparency on which homes in Georgia lack high-speed internet access, a new Broadband Availability Map was unveiled this week by Governor Brian P. Kemp. According to the Governor's office, more than one million Georgians lack reliable, high-speed internet connectivity.

June 29, 2020 | Spotlight
Leaders in local and state government, economic development and education attended the free Navigating Fiscal Crisis webinar series the Institute created this spring to provide expert information and easy-to-use tools for coping with pandemic-related challenges.

Institute webinars help decisionmakers navigate unprecedented challenges

Hundreds of community leaders throughout Georgia gained tools to address pandemic-related economic and budgetary challenges and plan long-term recovery through Institute's free Navigating Fiscal Crisis webinar series.