Documents & Resources

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) Transit Program is responsible for the distribution and oversight of the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) grants authorized under the FAST Act.

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) Bicycle & Pedestrian Program incorporates a broad range of programs and initiatives throughout the state, offering technical assistance, engineering and planning guidance, public information, and educational materials and programs for cyclists, walkers, and visitors in Georgia.

The National Association of Development Organizations (NADO) provides advocacy, education, research, and training for the nation’s regional development organizations. The association and its members promote regional strategies, partnerships, and solutions to strengthen the economic competitiveness and quality of life across America’s local communities.

The Georgia MAP-21 program is a unique collaborative effort bringing together the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT), the University of Georgia’s Carl Vinson Institute of Government ITOS Division (ITOS), and the Georgia Association of Regional Commissions (GARC).  The work conducted under this program will help meet the state’s Federal reporting requirements under the new MAP-21 initiative.

The US Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Brownfields Program provides grants and technical assistance to communities, states, tribes and others to assess, safely clean up and sustainably reuse contaminated properties.   To learn about EPA’s broader efforts to put previously contaminated properties back into productive use, read about our Land Revitalization Program.

A geographic information system (GIS) is a framework for gathering, managing, and analyzing data. Rooted in the science of geography, GIS integrates many types of data. It analyzes spatial location and organizes layers of information into visualizations using maps and 3D scenes. ​With this unique capability, GIS reveals deeper insights into data, such as patterns, relationships, and situations—helping users make smarter decisions.

ARC’s mission is to innovate, partner, and invest to build community capacity and strengthen economic growth in Appalachia.

The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) is a regional economic development agency that represents a partnership of federal, state, and local government. Established by an act of Congress in 1965, ARC is composed of the governors of the 13 Appalachian states and a federal co-chair, who is appointed by the president. Local participation is provided through multi-county local development districts.

Technical Preservation Services develops historic preservation standards and guidance on preserving and rehabilitating historic buildings, administers the Federal Historic Preservation Tax Incentives Program for rehabilitating historic buildings, and sets the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties.

For 70 years, the National Trust for Historic Preservation has led the movement to save America’s historic places. A privately funded nonprofit organization, they work to save imperiled buildings, revitalize downtowns, and tell stories that help all people see themselves in our nation’s diverse history.

The Georgia Trust helps Georgians to understand and appreciate the irreplaceable value of historic buildings and places and their relevance to modern life. The Georgia Trust envisions Georgians who promote careful stewardship and active use of these diverse resources and recognize the economic and cultural benefits of preservation.

Check applicable planning due dates on the Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) website to ensure your community maintains its Qualified Local Government (QLG) status.

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) Transportation Enhancement (TE) program was established to enrich the traveling experience of motorists, bicyclists, and pedestrians through enhancements to our transportation system.  Federal funding for TE projects is allotted to provide aesthetic and functional improvements to historical, natural, and scenic areas.

Building a better future for the Appalachian Region requires both a clear vision of the present, and an informed view of the past. In considering how to help the Region continue building stronger local economies and communities, local development districts (LDDs) must review past efforts to learn what programs have worked; where change is needed; and how to better plan for the challenges and opportunities tomorrow will bring.

MISSION: To lead the federal economic development agenda by promoting innovation and competitiveness, preparing American regions for growth and success in the worldwide economy.

The U.S. Economic Development Administration’s investment policy is designed to establish a foundation for sustainable job growth and the building of durable regional economies throughout the United States. This foundation builds upon two key economic drivers – innovation and regional collaboration. Innovation is key to global competitiveness, new and better jobs, a resilient economy, and the attainment of national economic goals. Regional collaboration is essential for economic recovery because regions are the centers of competition in the new global economy and those that work together to leverage resources and use their strengths to overcome weaknesses will fare better than those that do not. EDA encourages its partners around the country to develop initiatives that advance new ideas and creative approaches to address rapidly evolving economic conditions.

The Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) has been an advocate for our state’s communities since its creation in 1977. In 1996, the Governor and General Assembly merged the Georgia Housing and Finance Authority (GHFA) into DCA, and the job of providing safe and affordable housing became part of the agency’s mission. For four decades, DCA has helped communities spur private job creation, implement comprehensive plans, develop downtowns, generate affordable housing solutions and promote volunteerism.