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Georgia House of Representatives, Week 1

Matt Ramsey's picture

The Georgia General Assembly convened on Jan. 9, 2012 for the first day of the 2012 legislative session. As I have done in years past, it is my intention to write periodic update columns while the legislature is in session in the weeks ahead to help ensure the citizens of Fayette County are up to date on the important issues that are pending before the General Assembly.

Before I turn to 2012 I did want to provide an update on the recently concluded redistricting process, which dominated much of 2011. Read More»

Peachtree City UPDATES - Week of Jan. 9, 2012

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Library closing this weekend (Friday - Monday) for software upgrade, Father/Daughter Dance Registration update, Fire Escape Plans, Fayette Charity Classic, and Spring CERT Class (and the Kedron bubble is going in today!).

Library CLOSED January 13 - 16 Read More»

Peachtree City UPDATES - Week of Jan. 3, 2012

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Council agenda, Father-Daughter Valentines Dance registration, poetry contest, Christmas Tree Recycling, Peachtree City Senior Homestead Exemption, new tree removal permit process, and more . . .

Council Meets Thursday Read More»

Peachtree City UPDATES - Week of Dec. 19, 2011

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Tree removal permits, new PTC Video, Bring One for the Chipper, and more . . . Read More»

Georgians need to support TSPLOST

Nathan Deal's picture

Georgia’s history of progress is, in part, a tale of investment in transportation. Beginning with the port of Savannah in the 1700s and an extensive rail network in the 1800s, Georgia grew strong and prosperous because our ancestors understood the importance of building these vital economic connections.

It happened again after World War II with the development of the world’s most utilized international airport. We became the leader of the New South when we added a first-rate highway system that tied together our rural and urban communities and connected Georgia to the rest of our country. Read More»

Local officials aren’t talking enough about economy

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State government to maintain focus on jobs and the economy and so must Fayette County.

With the Georgia General Assembly less than two months away from convening for the 2012 session, it is the time of year when there is much discussion about possible legislative agenda items.

As has been the case the past several years, one of our primary focuses will be on building upon efforts to create an environment in Georgia that is conducive to job creation and economic recovery. Read More»

Peachtree City UPDATES - Week of November 21, 2011

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Council meets Thursday, Pearl Harbor Remembrance and Hometown Holiday Saturday, applicants needed for volunteer boards, and two chances to help make the holidays brighter (Police Department "Light Up The Night" and Fire Department "Santa Run"

Peachtree City Council Meets Thursday – Tree Removal, Variance Read More»

Peachtree City UPDATES - Week of November 14, 2011

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Planning Commission meets tonight (Newgate Road and Line Creek Drive developments on the agenda), Council meets Thursday, and local charities need your help gearing up for the holidays.

Planning Commission Meets Tonight Read More»

Peachtree City UPDATES - Week of November 7, 2011

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Fayette recognized, countdown to election Tuesday, national Emergency Alert System test on Wednesday, and more . . .

Peachtree City & Fayette County – The Next Silicon Valley? Read More»

Peachtree City UPDATES - Week of October 31, 2011

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Golf Cart Decals, Advance Voting, Council Meeting, Safety Alert, and more . . . Read More»