Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 110 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AFFAIRS
Chapter 110-1 - ADMINISTRATION
Subject 110-1-1 - ORGANIZATION
Rule 110-1-1-.01 - The History of the Department of Community Affairs
Current through Rules and Regulations filed through September 23, 2024
(1) The Department of Community Affairs was created by a General Act of the General Assembly entitled the "Georgia Department of Community Affairs Act" No. 233, Georgia Laws 1977, as amended.
(2) The Department was created to meet the need of fulfilling the State's responsibilities to local governments and to promote and protect the institution of general purpose local government in the State.
(3) The Department's policy and direction is governed by the Board of Community Affairs. The Board consists of nine members appointed by the Governor for three-year terms and selected by him from nominees of the Georgia Municipal Association and the Association County Commissioners of Georgia. The Governor selects three from each and three at large. The Board meets monthly to conduct the business of the Department.
Ga. L. 1977, Act No. 233