2017 Session Is Off to Great Start!
Day 1 was on Monday, January 9th. House Leadership was elected and committees were assigned to the members during that week. Rep. Stovall was appointed to a leadership position (only Democrat) as Vice-Chair of Medical Cannabis Workgroup (special committee formed by the Speaker). She is also a new member of the Economic Development & Tourism committee. She will continue to serve as a member on Education as Vice-Chair of Sub-committee on Academic Support, and Interstate Cooperation.
Now that was a great start to 2017!!!

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The delegation is considering the districting of wards in the cities of Morrow, Lake City, Riverdale, Jonesboro, and Lovejoy. Presently the voters in these cities elect their councilmembers and mayors at-large. The proposal will not change how the mayor is elected, but only affect the city councilmembers. The voters will be able to gain a balance representation by elected candidates in their perspective wards just like in Forest Park and College Park presently. Voice your opinion. A brief discussion of the Federal Aviation Administration ruling of the collection of aviation fuel at the airport will be discussed.  There is a consideration for redistricting of school board and county commission seats as well.
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SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Rep. Stovall will be on WCEG Talk Radio live on Thursday, January 26th 6pm-8pm http://wcegtalkradio.com to share her 2017 Legislative Agenda and other topics in Clayton County and at the Capitol. 

Hartsfield-Jackson Airport will host public information workshop on Thursday, Jan. 26, 2017 5pm-8pm at Dept. of Aviation Technical Support Campus, 1255 South Loop Rd., College Park. It will be a continuous presentation, parking is free. 
Re: Environmental Impact for Concourse G, Cargo Bldgs. 2A and 2B, Associated Projects
Comments can be made at mtg or by email to EAcomments@kbenv.com or 404-382-2327 by Feb. 9, 2017.
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Rep. Stovall 2017 Legislative Agenda

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Did you miss the Educate Ga Summit this year?
Click here to view the Recap

Over 700 attendees from around Georgia joined together under the "Big White Tent" in Liberty Plaza for 2 days at the State Capitol. Experts served as panelists and facilitators. There was an Education Leaders Panel with Chair Coleman-House Ed, Chair Tippins-Senate Ed, Chair Millar-Senate Higher Ed, Chair Royal-State Bd of Ed. Questions were answered during one on one conversations with State Superintendent Richard Woods. Updates on the future of education were delivered by Speaker Ralston and Governor Deal. 

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Clayton County Public Schools' Superintendent Search Survey Is Now Available Online
clayton.surveys.edutrax.com

Attention: Every resident of Clayton County is strongly encouraged to complete the survey whether you have a child in the system or not. Individuals, Churches, Nonprofits, Parents, Students, and Business Leaders should all write letters to the Board expressing what qualities you would like to see in the next Leader of this School System.
Send email to Chair Pamela Adamson pamela.adamson@clayton.k12.ga.us and Vice Chair Alieka Anderson alieka.anderson@clayton.k12.ga.us

Did you know the Educational System has a direct affect on the economic development and quality of life in our county?  Many of our schools are still not performing well and leadership is going to key.

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BUDGET HIGHLIGHTS FOR Amended FY2017 & FY2018
Budget hearings were held on last week when state agency heads explained budget needs and answered questions posed from the House and Senate members. Gov Deal recommends AFY2017 to include approx. $606 million in new revenue and FY2018 $25 billion in total funding. The state has seen a growth in its labor markets and wages & revenues. In the proposal, there are salary increases for state law enforcement officers, public safety trainers, criminal investigators, vehicles and equipment for officers. An expansion of the Juvenile Justice Incentive Grants and accountability courts, continued educational & vocational assistance for inmates prior to release, additional allocation for more case workers with DFCS, salary increase for existing staff, increase in reimbursement for foster parents w/ additional service support. A new Early Language & Literacy facility in Millegeville and merit raises for teachers built into pay schedules. Look for more information in the weeks to follow.
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Read more information on featured articles
HB 614 Landon Dunson Act
http://www.news-daily.com/news/gov-deal-signs-rep-stovall-s-landon-dunson-act-into/article_5bac50f0-799c-5a84-8461-610c8fbe1489.html

Women In Politics Award
http://www.ncsl.org/legislators-staff/legislators/womens-legislative-network/women-in-politics-making-a-difference-awards.aspx

2016 Educate Ga Summit Recap
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BwBBw5qsi_QSZjR6ckJwMV9vNk0/view

Chris & Kyle Massey Brothers Honored at Capitol
http://www.j-14.com/posts/chris-and-kyle-massey-have-been-honored-for-their-humanitarian-and-entertainment-achievements-91248

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The new CCRPI scores have been published. For more info click http://gosa.georgia.gov/ Did your school show improvement?