ATLANTA (August 7, 2013) – State Senator Frank Ginn (R-Danielsville) has received the Legislative Service Award from the Association of the County Commissioners of Georgia (ACCG) for his outstanding achievements during the 2013 legislative session. Senator Ginn was recognized at the Madison County Board of Commissioners meeting on August 5, 2013.
“ACCG does great work to enhance the tasks performed by local governments and county officials. Because of their efforts, Georgia counties have been able to grow and act as a strong resource for local businesses, civic groups and community projects. It is an honor to receive this award from such a respected and diligent organization,” said Senator Ginn.
“Senator Ginn has an extensive local government background that allows him to connect with counties on specific issues,” said ACCG Executive Director Ross King. “He continues to work with ACCG to ensure that local taxpayers have adequate representation regarding the legislation taking place under the Gold Dome.”
“Senator Ginn understands local government and the impact state laws have on their budgets,” said ACCG Associate Legislative Director Todd Edwards. “He welcomes ACCG’s input in the state policymaking process and is a true partner in good government and saving local taxpayer dollars. Georgia counties are fortunate to have him up there.”
Senator Ginn sponsored Senate Bill 160 during the 2013 legislative session, which reduces many of the repetitive, duplicative and costly requirements on local governments into a more streamlined process. The bill allows for secure and verifiable documents to be submitted by mail, allows for the renewal of public benefits without having to annually submit these documents and also consolidates three county reporting mandates into one annual report.
Additionally, Senator Ginn also sponsored Senate Bill 104, which allows local governments more flexibility in the state’s comprehensive planning process. This legislation is a result of a two-year stakeholder process in which ACCG, the Georgia Municipal Association, and others partnered on the Department of Community Affairs’ Planning Rules Task force to allow county and city plans to be more tailored toward individual community needs.
ACCG is Georgia’s county association and works on behalf of county officials and their communities by providing public policy and legislative advocacy, leadership development, civic and community engagement initiatives, insurance and retirement programs that specialize in local government needs and other cost-saving programs.
RELEASE
For Immediate Release:
August 7, 2013
For Information Contact:
Jennifer Yarber, Interim Director
Jennifer.Yarber@senate.ga.gov
404.656.0028