City of Gainesville, Georgia

The City of Gainesville, Georgia was proud to welcome members of the Georgia Mountains Regional Commission (GMRC) for the 2024 GMRC Audit discussion Thursday, Nov. 14, at The Vault at The National, located just off the historic square in downtown Gainesville. Prior to the audit overview, members engaged in workforce development and executive committee meetings at the Courtyard by Marriott – Gainesville. GMRC is a sub-state district created by local governments in 1962 under provisions of Georgia Enabling Law. The purpose of GMRC is to locally promote and guide development of human, natural, physical, social and economic resources in the Georgia Mountains Region. The area covers 3,500 square miles, and includes Banks, Dawson, Franklin, Habersham, Hall, Hart, Lumpkin, Rabun, Stephens, Towns, Union and White counties. Offering a wide variety of services to its 49 local governments, GMRC serves 12 counties and 37 municipalities. GMRC works with these entities to formulate goals and strategies for area growth and development. Upon request, GMRC provides a variety of technical assistance that will improve community services and the quality of life for Georgia Mountains residents. GMRC focuses its broad scope of responsibility through the following departments: planning, economic development, workforce development, information services, finance and administration. Following a warm welcome from Mayor Sam Couvillon, joined by members of the Gainesville City Council and City staff, attendees were able to address business while enjoying a warm meal catered by The Vault. ?????????? ?????????????? ?????????????????? ???????????????? ???????????????????? GMRC’s mission is to serve the local governments of the Georgia Mountains Region by improving the quality of life through economic development, community planning, information technology and workforce development to support and enhance the region’s prosperity. GMRC envisions the Georgia Mountains Region as an area that values its diverse communities and resources, fosters economic vitality and innovation, and provides opportunities to meet local and regional needs. This is accomplished through maximum cooperation between the GMRC staff, council, member governments and other stakeholders. Its core values include collaboration, service, trust, innovation, sustainability and rewarding. To learn more about GMRC, visit https://lnkd.in/eGfQu4Ed.

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The City of Gainesville, Georgia was proud to welcome mayors and managers from surrounding communities for the 2024 Hub Cities Initiative Fall Meeting Wednesday, Oct. 30-Thursday, Oct. 31. The Georgia Municipal Association (GMA) Hub Cities Initiative is comprised of the 13 core cities of the Metropolitan Statistical Areas outside of Atlanta: Albany, Athens, Augusta, Brunswick, Columbus, Dalton, Gainesville, Hinesville, Macon, Rome, Savannah, Valdosta and Warner Robins. Following a warm welcome from Mayor Sam Couvillon, joined by City Manager Bryan Lackey, attendees discussed current economic, political and business climates; homelessness; updates from their home cities; plus Gainesville’s sports tourism efforts through the Greater Gainesville Sports Alliance. Visitors also had opportunities to explore restaurants, retailers and venues in downtown Gainesville, and The Boathouse at Lake Lanier. The group ended their stay on a high note and enjoyed a bus tour of our thriving community. ?????????? ?????????????? ?????????????????? ?????????????????????? GMA is a nonprofit organization that provides services to 530-plus Georgia cities, including legislative advocacy, educational services, employee benefit services and technical consulting services. City officials count on GMA to enhance their knowledge and skills. Throughout the year, GMA addresses the needs faced by cities through specialized workshops, meetings and trainings featuring subject matter experts and community leaders. Additionally, GMA provides limited opportunities for companies to sponsor and align themselves with high-quality programs throughout the year.

GeorgiaTrend, you NAILED your October 2024 issue! We ?????????? reading about how the City of Gainesville, Georgia and Hall County Government not only attract business and industry, but KEEP them (happy, of course) in our thriving corner of Northeast Georgia. "Visitors to Gainesville-Hall County are greeted by 'the Wave,' the City’s logo that evokes waves in the pastel blues and greens of Lake Lanier. It’s emblazoned on signs, an overpass and murals. Like the colors that overlap to create the stylish image, City and County officials blend their efforts to enhance the area both for business and the community. ?????? ?????? ?????????? ???? ???????????? ????????????." The "Waves of Success: Collaboration, Education and Revitalization" article focuses on economic development in Gainesville-Hall County, City advantages, workforce opportunities and more. And do yourself a favor and read through page 44 for the "Dragons on the Lake" spotlight – you can thank us later!

The City of Gainesville, Georgia is looking forward to participating in the Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce's Job Fair & Career Expo from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. this Thursday, Sept. 12, at the Gainesville Civic Center. Drop in to chat with City staff, explore available career opportunities and consider which ones might be a winning fit for you! The civic center is located at 830 Green St. NE, Gainesville. ?? | Shared from GHCC's official Facebook page

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The City of Gainesville, Georgia was proud to partake in Tuesday’s Harrison Village groundbreaking ceremony hosted by the Gainesville Housing Authority and Paces Preservation Partners LLC. Attendees heard from community leaders, including our very own Mayor Sam Couvillon, and those integral to the project prior to breaking ground on Harrison Village phase No. 1. Upon completion, Harrison Village will serve as an affordable rental housing community for families. This preservation project, in partnership with Paces Preservation Partners, will boast 120 new affordable apartments priced for renters earning under 80% of the area’s median income. ?????????? ?????????????????????? ?????????????? ?????????????????? Gainesville Housing Authority (GHA) is an advocate and provider for affordable housing for Gainesville families. Working with the City of Gainesville, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and other organizations, GHA provides life resources and opportunities not only to residents, but to the entire community. ?????????? ?????????? ???????????????????????? ???????????????? ?????? Paces Preservation Partners LLC is a strategic partnership created by The Paces Foundation and Soho Housing Partners LLC. Combining Paces' industry leading affordable housing development and preservation services with Soho's exceptional capabilities structuring complex financial solutions make quality investments for workforce housing communities possible. With a growing affordable housing crisis brewing, state and local authorities recognize the need for creative and sustainable solutions to meet their communities' workforce housing needs. The Paces-Soho partnership brings together significant skills in funding strategies, public procurement, urban revitalization, affordable housing development, services and management to help housing authorities meet their portfolio revitalization goals. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/d4wM2RV

Congratulations to Quentin Lockey, with the Gainesville Department of Information Technology (DoIT), on his recent promotion to IT Network Administrator from IT Help Desk Technician. Your success is our success! On the hunt for a new career opportunity? The City of Gainesville, Georgia is hiring! Become part of a thriving city that can provide you with a bright future and stability by considering the opportunity below: ???? ????????????????????: https://lnkd.in/ewK8Sn-S Explore this and other job opportunities at https://lnkd.in/evJTtamb.

Congratulations to the City of Gainesville, Georgia's own City Manager Bryan Lackey, second from left, and Tourism Director Robyn Lynch, second from right, who were recently presented with Silver Shovel awards by the Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce (GHCC). Presenting the awards to Lackey and Lynch Thursday, June 27, were GHCC Board of Directors Chairman Brett Fowler, left; GHCC President & CEO Kit Dunlap, center; and GHCC Board Chair-Elect Glennis Barnes, right. The Silver Shovels are awarded annually to various GHCC volunteers who “have gone above and beyond,” and worked for the Chamber in service to the community, local businesses and Gainesville-Hall County in its entirety. Also receiving Silver Shovels were Neal Booth, Pinnacle Bank; Sean Couch, Northeast Georgia Health System; Rhonda Dellinger, Peach State Bank & Trust; Shelly Echols, Georgia State Senate; Henry Evans, New Leaf Landscape Services; Tony Funari, Funari Realty; Brennan Garrison, Turner Wood & Smith Insurance; Cassie Hall, Syfan Logistics; Nick Kastner, Forum Communications; Dr. Philip Kimsey, Foothills Functional Medicine; Ryan Owen, Kubota Manufacturing of America; Zach Propes, Hall County Government; Dr. Steven Smith, University of North Georgia; Renee Sweeney, Notary Pros; and Jody Wall, Brenau University. Congratulations to all! We’re thrilled you’re a part of the Gainesville-Hall County community.