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2012 Job Tax Credit RankingsSee Where You Rank ...DCA recently released the 2012 ranking details for the Georgia Job Tax Credits. Any area affected by a change in County Rankings, Less Developed Census Tract Listing, and Military Zones. Contact Brian Williamson 404-679-1587 or Dawn Sturbaum 404-679-1585 with any questions or for further information. Rest in PeaceGEDA Loses One of Its FinestOne of the staunch supporters of the creation of GIDA (GEDA's predecessor) over 50 years ago and a half-century Bob is survived by his wife, children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and hundreds of friends. GEDA offers condolences to the family and wishes Bob Cassell a peaceful journey. The obituary can be found here. GEDA has also learned that Mike Carrington of Forward McDuffie passed away on Saturday morning at the age of 51. Information on Mike, his life and his family can be found here. Condolences go to Ginger and their three children. Repeat After Me ...GEDA Resolutions In 2012, I resolve to:
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2012 Legislative LuncheonHappy New Year! GEDA hopes that everyone had a wonderful holiday season and is back ready to kick off a GREAT 2012! We are ready to start things off with a bang at the GEDA Legislative Luncheon on Wednesday, January 25th. We had tremendous support from everyone last year and great attendance from the legislators. This is an unbeatable opportunity to rub elbows and share barbecue with the decision-makers at the Capitol. Impress your Board and staff with a great trip to Atlanta and chance to discuss those issues that matter to YOU and your community in an intimate setting. Early bird deadline for registrations is Friday the 13th (spooky!) Send us your reservations today and make sure to include your Board and other key local leaders. All of your guests can come at the member rate! Also, GEDA has invited all legislators to attend the luncheon. But it means SO MUCH MORE if you, the constituent, call your Senators and Representatives urging them to join you for lunch. Please take this opportunity to invite them to lunch - at GEDA's expense! That's right - Legislators do not have to pay, thanks to the generous sponsorship of the Dalton-Whitfield County Joint Development Authority! Look forward to seeing you on the 25th! I've Fallen, and I Can't Get Up!It's time to renew your membership dues. Don't know how? Just follow these super-easy steps ...
If you have any questions or concerns or encounter any issues (besides your password!) please do not hesitate to contact us. Invest in YOU!Each year, GEDA awards thousands of dollars in scholarships to support the professional development of our members. These scholarships cover a significant portion of the expenses associated with many of the In 2012, more than $15,000 will be awarded through three rounds of applications. Round 1 applications are due February 6th. These applications are for scholarships which may be used toward programs offered from February through April. Possible programs which may be eligible for scholarship support include:
NOTE: In 2012, GEDA will award a total of ONE scholarship for the Community Development Institute (CDI), THREE scholarships for the Georgia Tech Basic Economic Development Course, and TWO scholarships for IEDC courses. If the total number of available scholarships for the CDI and IEDC are not awarded in Round 1, they will be offered in later rounds. To download an application, please go to the Professional Development Committee documents page. In these tight fiscal times, let GEDA help you continue your professional development journey. Apply for a scholarship today! For further information on GEDA’s scholarship program, please contact Joy Wilkins, 2012 professional development committee chair, at 404-895-6115 or joy.wilkins@fanning.uga.edu. |
Upcoming Events2012 Legislative Luncheon: Wednesday, January 25. Empire Room at the Sloppy Floyd Buildings. Invite your board members and elected officials. February 20, 2012 - Monthly Luncheon. International Trade focus. Georgia Tech Hotel March 19, 2012 - Monthly Luncheon. Details TBC. April 16, 2012 - Monthly Luncheon. Details TBC. May 16-18, 2012 - Spring Workshop. Brasstown Valley. Sponsor the conference! CEcD Interest?Study Group FormingAre you ready to sit for the Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) exam? The state of Georgia has a long and very proud history of helping economic developers achieve and maintain CEcD status. Georgia is second to only Texas in the number of CEcDs!!
The study group is forming NOW. We are going to bring in an outside consultant who will be teaching the Bob Koepke study model, which has helped hundreds of people pass the exam, including many here in Georgia. If you are interested in participating in this course and are prepared to sit for the exam in the next year, please email Joy Wilkins, Chair of the Professional Development Committee and let her know.
New Year, New Officers
Welcome the New Executive CommitteeNow that January has begun, it is time to say hello to our new Chair - Misti Martin, CEcD. Cherokee Office of Economic Development First Vice Chair - JoAnne Lewis. Douglas-Coffee County Chamber of Commerce and Development Authority Second Vice Chair - Angie Gheesling. Milledgeville-Baldwin County Development Authority Secretary-Treasurer - Tim Evans, CEcD. Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce Immediate Past Chair - Bob White, CEcD. Henry County Development Authority
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Saturday, January 7, 2012
January 2012 Newsletter
Tier ranking; or a census tract that is no longer ranked as a Less Developed Census Tract can get this information out to businesses so the affected businesses can file a Notice of Intent by February 15.
supporter of economic development has finished his time on this earth. Bob Cassell (age 93) passed away quietly on January 3rd in Weeki Wachee, Florida. Bob was a veteral of WWII and was a chief researcher at Georgia Tech over several decades. He was known in GIDA/GEDA circles as tireless advocate of training programs and the professional development of our membership. Just recently, IEDC had created a new award and presented to Mr. Cassell, as reported in the GEDA Gazette last year.
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To further that growth, GEDA is currently forming a study group to help our members prepare for the exam. Self study is invaluable, but studying in a group format has proven to be the best way to prepare for a very difficult exam. 
Executive Committee! Please join me in welcoming/ thanking our leadership team. They devote so much in time, talent, resources, expertise, advice - GEDA cannot function without them. (
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