Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.9, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Northwest Georgia Regional Commission Serving 15 counties of the Northwest Georgia Region ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.nwgrc.gov/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Northwest Georgia Area Agency on Aging SFY 2027 AREA PLAN](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/northwest-georgia-area-agency-on-aging-sfy-2027-area-plan/) - Northwest Georgia Area Agency on Aging SFY 2027 AREA PLAN - [Public Meeting Notice – NWGRC Council Meeting – May 21, 2026](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-meeting-notice-nwgrc-council-meeting-may-21-2026/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Public Meeting Notice – NWGRC Council Meeting – April 16, 2026](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-meeting-notice-nwgrc-council-meeting-april-16-2026/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. Tentative Agenda - [Help shape Georgia's next State Plan on Aging!](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/help-shape-georgias-next-state-plan-on-aging/) - [Public Hearing Notice - Draft Annual Implementation Report of the 2024 Northwest Georgia Regional Plan](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-hearing-notice-draft-annual-implementation-report-of-the-2024-northwest-georgia-regional-plan-2/) - The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) has prepared a draft Annual Report on the implementation of the 2024 Northwest Georgia Regional Plan per the Georgia Department of Community Affairs’ Standards and Procedures for Regional Planning, Chapter 110-12-6. The draft report includes a report of accomplishments, a local government performance standards update, and revisions to the - [2026 Annual Implementation Report on the 2024-2028 Regional Plan](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/2026-annual-implementation-report-on-the-2024-2028-regional-plan/) - 2026 Annual Implementation Report on the 2024-2028 Regional Plan - [Public Meeting Notice - NWGRC Council Meeting - March 19, 2026](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-meeting-notice-nwgrc-council-meeting-march-19-2026/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Public Hearing Notice - Draft Annual Implementation Report of the 2024 Northwest Georgia Regional Plan](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-hearing-notice-draft-annual-implementation-report-of-the-2024-northwest-georgia-regional-plan/) - The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) has prepared a draft Annual Report on the implementation of the 2024 Northwest Georgia Regional Plan per the Georgia Department of Community Affairs’ Standards and Procedures for Regional Planning, Chapter 110-12-6. The draft report includes a report of accomplishments, a local government performance standards update, and revisions to the - [Senior Planner](https://www.nwgrc.gov/job-opportunities/senior-planner/) - Senior Planner The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (https://www.nwgrc.gov/) seeks a qualified candidate for the position of Senior Planner in the Planning, Community and Economic Development Department. The ideal candidate will combine project management and teamwork skills with strong communication and organizational skills, and will demonstrate integrity and dedication to the work and to the communities - [Public Meeting Notice – NWGRC Council Meeting – February 19, 2026](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-meeting-notice-nwgrc-council-meeting-february-19-2026/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Cartersville Capital Improvements Element 2025 Annual Update: Financial Report & Community Work Program](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/draft-cartersville-capital-improvements-element-2025-annual-update-financial-report-community-work-program/) - Cartersville Capital Improvements Element 2025 Annual Update: Financial Report & Community Work Program - [Public Meeting Notice – NWGRC Council Meeting – January 15, 2026](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-meeting-notice-nwgrc-council-meeting-january-15-2026/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, GA. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Catoosa County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2026-2030](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/catoosa-county-joint-comprehensive-plan-2026-2030/) - Catoosa County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2026-2030 - [Chattooga County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2026-2030](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/chattooga-county-joint-comprehensive-plan-2026-2030/) - Chattooga County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2026-2030 - [Home and Community Based Services Case Manager](https://www.nwgrc.gov/job-opportunities/home-and-community-based-services-case-manager-2/) - The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission Area Agency on Aging is seeking a qualified candidate for the Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Case Manager position. The HCBS Case Manager is responsible for case management implementation for clients on non-Medicaid waiting lists. This position requires frequent travel and candidate must possess a degree in Social Work, - [2025 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) Annual Update](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/2025-comprehensive-economic-development-strategy-ceds-annual-update/) - 2025 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) Annual Update - [Public Meeting Notice – NWGRC Council Meeting – October 23, 2025](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-meeting-notice-nwgrc-council-meeting-october-23-2025/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at the Paulding County Senior Center, located at 210 Paulding Lane in Dallas, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Public Hearing Meetings – Input Needed on Aging Services – Throughout October and November 2025](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-hearing-meetings-input-needed-on-aging-services-throughout-october-and-november-2025/) - The Northwest Georgia Area Agency on Aging will hold five Public Hearings during the months of October and November 2025. The purpose of the meetings is to gain input into services needed for our aging population within the 15-county Northwest Georgia service area. Information received will assist in developing future Area Agency on Aging planning. - [Bartow County & Cities Joint Comprehensive Plan Update 2023-2028](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/bartow-county-cities-joint-comprehensive-plan-update-2023-2028/) - Bartow County & Cities Joint Comprehensive Plan Update 2023-2028 - [Public Meeting Notice – NWGRC Council Meeting – September 18, 2025](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-meeting-notice-nwgrc-council-meeting-september-18-2025/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Gilmer County, Ellijay and East Ellijay Capital Improvements Element DRAFT Annual Update](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/gilmer-county-ellijay-and-east-ellijay-capital-improvements-element-draft-annual-update/) - Gilmer County, Ellijay and East Ellijay Capital Improvements Element DRAFT Annual Update - [Public Meeting Notice – NWGRC Council Meeting – August 21, 2025](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-meeting-notice-nwgrc-council-meeting-august-21-2025/) - The regular monthly meetin gof the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Public Meeting Notice – NWGRC Council Meeting – May 15, 2025](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-meeting-notice-nwgrc-council-meeting-may-15-2025/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Public Meeting Notice – NWGRC Council Meeting – April 17, 2025](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-meeting-notice-nwgrc-council-meeting-april-17-2025/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, April 17, 2025, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Public Meeting Notice – NWGRC Council Meeting – March 20, 2025](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-meeting-notice-nwgrc-council-meeting-march-20-2025/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at Dalton State College, Gignilliant Hall, Room 101 A-B, located at 650 College Drive in Dalton, GA. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Public Hearing Notice - 2025 Regional Plan Implementation Program Draft Annual Report - March 20, 2025](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-hearing-notice-2025-regional-plan-implementation-program-draft-annual-report-march-20-2025/) - The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) has prepared a draft Annual Report on the implementation of the 2024 Northwest Georgia Regional Plan per the Georgia Department of Community Affairs’ Standards and Procedures for Regional Planning, Chapter 110-12-6. The draft report includes a report of accomplishments on projects completed, a local government performance standards update, and - [2025 Regional Plan Implementation Program - DRAFT Annual Report](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/2025-regional-plan-implementation-program-draft-annual-report/) - 2025 Regional Plan Implementation Program - DRAFT Annual Report - [CANCELLED - Public Meeting Notice – NWGRC Council Meeting – February 20, 2025](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-meeting-notice-nwgrc-council-meeting-february-20-2025/) - PLEASE NOTE: The February 20 meeting has been CANCELLED. The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Announcing the Inaugural Outdoor Recreation Summit in Rome - June 8-10, 2025](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/announcing-the-inaugural-outdoor-recreation-summit-in-rome-june-8-10-2025/) - The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission, Trails for Recreation and Economic Development (TRED), and the City of Rome present the Inaugural Outdoor Recreation Summit in Rome on June 8-10, 2025. The Outdoor Recreation Summit is a must-attend event for outdoor enthusiasts, businesses, economic developers, planners, and community leaders. It focuses on outdoor activities, sustainability, and the - [Public Hearing Notice - Area Agency on Aging Direct Services - February 25, 2025](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-hearing-notice-area-agency-on-aging-direct-services-february-25-2025/) - The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission Area Agency on Aging will hold a Public Hearing February 25th, 2025. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss waiver requests for the Area Agency on Aging to provide services directly for services within the 15-county Northwest Georgia service area for which no proposals were received. Tuesday, February 25th, - [Public Meeting Notice – NWGRC Council Meeting – January 16, 2025](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-meeting-notice-nwgrc-council-meeting-january-16-2025/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, January 16, 2025, at the Oak Hill Pavilion on the campus of Berry College in Rome, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Gilmer County & Cities Joint Comprehensive Plan 2025-2029](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/gilmer-county-cities-joint-comprehensive-plan-2025-2029/) - Gilmer County & Cities Joint Comprehensive Plan 2025-2029 - [DRAFT Cartersville Capital Improvements Element 2024 Annual Update](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/draft-cartersville-capital-improvements-element-2024-annual-update/) - DRAFT Cartersville Capital Improvements Element 2024 Annual Update - [Request For Proposals (RFP) - Senior Hunger Innovation Grant](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/request-for-proposals-rfp-senior-hunger-innovation-grant/) - The Northwest Georgia Area Agency on Aging is seeking proposals for a Senior Hunger Innovation Grant. Aging services providers or other organizations can apply for up to $5,000 to help start a project that will help reduce food insecurity for adults 60 and up in the Northwest Georgia region. If you have a project that - [2024 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) Annual Update](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/2024-comprehensive-economic-development-strategy-ceds-annual-update/) - 2024 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) Annual Update - [Public Comment Available - Northwest Georgia Transit Development Plan](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-comment-available-northwest-georgia-transit-development-plan/) - The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC), along with the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT), has completed the region’s first Transit Development Plan (TDP). The 30-day public comment period is open to provide comments on the existing conditions analysis, alternatives analysis, and project recommendations on the project website (https://regionaltdp-gdot.hub.arcgis.com/pages/nwgrc). The public comment period is open through - [Public Notice - Brownfield Assessment Grant - RFQ](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-notice-brownfield-assessment-grant-rfq/) - REQUEST FOR QUALIFICIATIONS For Procurement and Implementation of U.S. EPA Brownfield Assessment Grant RFQ Due Date: October 4, 2024 by 3:00 pm The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC), Rome, Georgia, is seeking a qualified environmental consulting firm to provide grant application assistance, project management, environmental inventory and assessment, and public information and outreach services related - [Public Hearing Meetings - Input Needed on Aging Services – Throughout October and November 2024](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-hearing-meetings-input-needed-on-aging-services-throughout-october-and-november-2024/) - The Northwest Georgia AAA will be holding public hearings during October & November 2024 to gain input into services needed for our aging population. - [Public Meeting Notice – NWGRC Council Meeting – October 17, 2024](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-meeting-notice-nwgrc-council-meeting-october-17-2024/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at the Tellus Science Museum, located at 100 Tellus Drive in Cartersville, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Request For Proposals (RFP) - Home and Community Based Services](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/request-for-proposals-rfp-home-and-community-based-services/) - The Northwest Georgia Area Agency on Aging is soliciting proposals from qualified offerors capable of providing services for the elderly in the Georgia Counties of Bartow, Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, Fannin, Floyd, Gilmer, Gordon, Haralson, Murray, Paulding, Pickens, Polk, Walker and Whitfield. Bids for the provision of services may be submitted for one or more counties - [Northwest Georgia Regionally Important Resource Plan](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/northwest-georgia-regionally-important-resource-plan/) - Northwest Georgia Regionally Important Resource Plan - [Floyd County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2024-2028](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/floyd-county-joint-comprehensive-plan-2024-2028/) - Floyd County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2024-2028 - [Public Meeting Notice – NWGRC Council Meeting – September 19, 2024](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-meeting-notice-nwgrc-council-meeting-september-19-2024/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, September 19, 2024, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Public Meeting Notice – NWGRC Council Meeting – August 15, 2024](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-meeting-notice-nwgrc-council-meeting-august-15-2024/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, August 15, 2024, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Northwest Georgia Regional Plan 2024-2028](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/northwest-georgia-regional-plan-2024-2028/) - Northwest Georgia Regional Plan 2024-2028 - [Public Meeting Notice – NWGRC Council Meeting – May 16, 2024](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-meeting-notice-nwgrc-council-meeting-may-16-2024/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, May 16, 2024, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Whitfield County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2024-2028](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/whitfield-county-joint-comprehensive-plan-2024-2028/) - Whitfield County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2024-2028 - [Public Meeting Notice – NWGRC Council Meeting – April 18, 2024](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-meeting-notice-nwgrc-council-meeting-april-18-2024/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, April 18, 2024, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Public Meeting Notice - NWGRC Council Meeting – March 21, 2024](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-meeting-notice-nwgrc-council-meeting-march-21-2024/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, March 21, 2024, at the Catoosa County College and Career Academy, located at 190 Catoosa Circle in Ringgold, Georgia. Immediately following lunch, we will have a tour of the College and Career Academy. News Release - [Public Meeting Notice - NWGRC Council Meeting – February 15, 2024](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-meeting-notice-nwgrc-council-meeting-february-15-2024/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, February 15, 2024, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Public Hearing Notice - Area Agency on Aging - February 27, 2024](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-hearing-notice-area-agency-on-aging-february-27-2024/) - The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission Area Agency on Aging will hold a Public Hearing on February 27th, 2024. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss waiver requests for the Area Agency on Aging to provide services directly for services within the 15-county Northwest Georgia service area for which no proposals were received. Tuesday, February - [Public Hearing Notice - Regionally Important Resources Plan Update - February 15, 2024](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-hearing-notice-regionally-important-resources-plan-update-february-15-2024/) - The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission has prepared a draft update to the Northwest Georgia Regionally Important Resources Plan. The plan identifies regionally important environmental, natural, historic, and cultural resources, with recommendations and best practices for these resources. The Regionally Important Resource (RIR) Plan was prepared with input sought from each local government and stakeholder in - [Public Hearing Notice - Regional Plan Update - February 15, 2024](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-hearing-notice-regional-plan-update-february-15-2024/) - The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission has prepared a draft update to the Northwest Georgia Regional Plan in accordance with the Georgia Department of Community Affairs’ Standards and Procedures for Regional Planning, Chapter 110-12-6. The Regional Plan update includes Regional Goals, Development Maps, Needs and Opportunities, and an Implementation Program for activities the Regional Commission will - [Area Agency on Aging - Powerful Tools for Caregivers Workshop - March 4 through April 8, 2024](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/area-agency-on-aging-powerful-tools-for-caregivers-workshop-march-4-through-april-8-2024/) - The Northwest Georgia Area Agency on Aging is hosting the 'Powerful Tools for Caregivers' workshop beginning on March 4th and ending on April 8th. Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a six-session educational program designed to help caregivers take care of themselves while caring for a relative or friend. You will benefit from this class whether - [NWGRC 2023 Recap](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/nwgrc-2023-recap/) - NWGRC's Area Agency on Aging (AAA), Planning and Community &conomic Development, and WorkSource Northwest Georgia offices had a very successful and active 2023. - [Public Meeting Notice - NWGRC Council Meeting – January 18, 2024](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-meeting-notice-nwgrc-council-meeting-january-18-2024/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, January 18, 2024, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. The Nominating Committee will recommend a slate of officers for 2024/2025, which will be voted on by the - [Request For Proposals - Senior Hunger Innovation Grant](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/request-for-proposals-senior-hunger-innovation-grant/) - These are challenging times, and for many seniors, the risk of going hungry has only gotten worse. For some, health or mobility issues make it difficult to shop for groceries. For others, they may not have transportation or access to healthy food nearby. Some are unable to prepare meals. And far too many simply don’t - [Public Meeting Notice - Regional Plan Public Input Meeting - December 4, 2023](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-meeting-notice-regional-plan-public-input-meeting-december-4-2023/) - The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) is updating the Regional Plan. We need your take on trends in Economic Development, Transportation, Natural Resources, Housing, and Land Use for our region. Join NWGRC for a public input session for the Regional Plan. Learn more about Northwest Georgia and tell us what changes you see in 5-10 - [2023 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) Annual Update](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/2023-comprehensive-economic-development-strategy-ceds-annual-update/) - 2023 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) Annual Update - [Public Meeting Notice - Regional Plan Public and Stakeholder Input Meeting - November 14, 2023](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-meeting-notice-regional-plan-public-and-stakeholder-input-meeting-november-14-2023/) - The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) is updating the Regional Plan. We need your take on trends in Economic Development, Transportation, Natural Resources, Housing, and Land Use for our region. Join NWGRC for a public input session for the Regional Plan. Learn more about Northwest Georgia and tell us what changes you see in 5-10 - [Request For Proposals - Commercial Meal Vendors](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/request-for-proposals-commercial-meal-vendors/) - The Northwest Georgia Area Agency on Aging is soliciting proposals from vendors interested in preparing meals for senior citizens in accordance with Title III of the Older Americans Act in the Georgia Counties of Bartow, Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, Fannin, Floyd, Gilmer, Gordon, Haralson, Murray, Paulding, Pickens, Polk, Walker and Whitfield. Bids may be submitted for - [Request For Proposals - Home and Community Based Services](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/request-for-proposals-home-and-community-based-services/) - The Northwest Georgia Area Agency on Aging is soliciting proposals from qualified offerors capable of providing services for the elderly in the Georgia Counties of Bartow, Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, Fannin, Floyd, Gilmer, Gordon, Haralson, Murray, Paulding, Pickens, Polk, Walker and Whitfield. Bids for the provision of services may be submitted for one or more counties - [Public Meeting Notice - AAA Advisory Council and Senior Hunger Coalition Meeting - November 28, 2023](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-meeting-notice-aaa-advisory-council-and-senior-hunger-coalition-meeting-november-28-2023/) - The Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council will be meeting on Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at 10:00 A.M. The Senior Hunger Coalition Meeting will follow after the Advisory Council and begin at 11:00 A.M. Both meetings will be held at the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission, located at 1 Jackson Hill Drive in Rome, Georgia. Both - [Public Meeting Notice - Regional Plan Public and Stakeholder Input Meeting - October 30, 2023](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-meeting-notice-regional-plan-public-and-stakeholder-input-meeting-october-30-2023/) - The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) is updating the Regional Plan. We need your take on trends in Economic Development, Transportation, Natural Resources, Housing, and Land Use for our region. Join NWGRC for a public input session for the Regional Plan. Learn more about Northwest Georgia and tell us what changes you see in 5-10 - [Public Meeting Notice - NWGRC Council Meeting – October 19, 2023](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-meeting-notice-nwgrc-council-meeting-october-19-2023/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, October 19, 2023, at the LakePoint Sports Complex, located in Emerson, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Murray County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2024-2028](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/murray-county-joint-comprehensive-plan-2024-2028/) - Murray County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2024-2028 - [Public Hearing Notice - Area Agency on Aging - Throughout October 2023](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-hearing-notice-area-agency-on-aging-throughout-october-2023/) - The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission Area Agency on Aging will hold seven Public Hearings during the month of October 2023. The purpose of the meetings is to gain input into services needed for our aging population within the 15-county Northwest Georgia service area. Information received will assist in developing future Area Agency on Aging planning. - [Public Hearing Notice - Regional Plan Update Process - September 21, 2023](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-hearing-notice-regional-plan-update-process-september-21-2023/) - The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission will prepare an update to the Northwest Georgia Regional Plan in accordance with the Georgia Department of Community Affairs’ Standards and Procedures for Regional Planning, Chapter 110-12-6. The Regional Plan update will include Regional Goals, Development Maps, Needs and Opportunities, and an Implementation Program for activities the Regional Commission will - [Public Hearing Notice - FY2025 Transit Planning Funds - September 21, 2023](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-hearing-notice-fy2025-transit-planning-funds-september-21-2023/) - The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission is applying for funding assistance under Title 49 U. S. C. Section 5304 of the Federal Transit Act pertaining to transit planning. The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission solicits private sector input and participation in the development of this application for transit planning funds. The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission solicits comments - [Public Meeting Notice - 2024 Regional Plan Update - October 3, 2023](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-meeting-notice-2024-regional-plan-update-october-3-2023/) - The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) is updating the Regional Plan. We need your take on trends in Economic Development, Transportation, Natural Resources, Housing, and Land Use for our region. Public Input Join NWGRC for a public input session for the Regional Plan. Learn more about Northwest Georgia and tell us what changes you see - [Trends in Housing Workshop, September 6, 2023](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/trends-in-housing-workshop-september-6-2023/) - 21st Century Urban Renewal - Replacing Blight, Vacancy & Vandalism A Housing Spectrum: Creating Opportunities for a Range of Housing Options Driving Economic Development with Green & Blue Infrastructure - [NWGRC Council Meeting – September 21, 2023](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-september-21-2023/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, September 21, 2023, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Northwest Georgia Regional Plan 2019-2023](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/northwest-georgia-regional-plan-2019-2023/) - Northwest Georgia Prospers - Regional Plan 2019-2023 - [Gilmer County - Annual Update of the Capital Improvements Element, Fall 2023](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/gilmer-county-annual-update-of-the-capital-improvements-element-fall-2023/) - Gilmer County - Annual Update of the Capital Improvements Element, Fall 2023 - [Public Service Announcement - NWGRC Council Meeting for August 2023 Cancelled](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-service-announcement-nwgrc-council-meeting-for-august-2023-cancelled/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council scheduled for Thursday, August 17, 2023, at the Rome Civic Center has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, September 21, 2023, at the Rome Civic Center. News Release - [Northwest Georgia Economic Recovery Plan](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/northwest-georgia-economic-recovery-plan/) - Northwest Georgia Economic Recovery Plan - [Fannin County Comprehensive Plan 2021 Broadband Amendment](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/fannin-county-comprehensive-plan-2021-broadband-amendment/) - Fannin County Comprehensive Plan 2021 Broadband Amendment - [Paulding County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2022-2032](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/paulding-county-joint-comprehensive-plan-2022-2032/) - Paulding County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2022-2032 - [Gordon County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2023-2027](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/gordon-county-joint-comprehensive-plan-2023-2027/) - Gordon County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2023-2027 - [2022 Regional Plan Implementation Program Annual Report](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/2022-regional-plan-implementation-program-annual-report/) - 2022 Regional Plan Implementation Program Annual Report - [Haralson County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2022-2026](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/haralson-county-joint-comprehensive-plan-2022-2026-2/) - Haralson County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2022-2026 - [Gordon County Comprehensive Plan Broadband Amendment](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/gordon-county-comprehensive-plan-broadband-amendment/) - Gordon County Comprehensive Plan Broadband Amendment - [A Watershed Management Plan for Oostanaula River and Four Tributaries in Rome, Georgia](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/a-watershed-management-plan-for-oostanaula-river-and-four-tributaries-in-rome-georgia/) - A Watershed Management Plan for Oostanaula River and Four Tributaries in Rome, Georgia - [Fannin County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2023-2027](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/fannin-county-joint-comprehensive-plan-2023-2027/) - Fannin County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2023-2027 - [Cartersville Capital Improvements Element 2022 Annual Update](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/cartersville-capital-improvements-element-2022-annual-update/) - Cartersville Capital Improvements Element 2022 Annual Update - [2013 Silver Comet Trail Study and Executive Summary](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/2013-silver-comet-trail-study-and-executive-summary/) - Silver Comet Trail Study Silver Comet Trail Study Executive Summary - [Polk County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2022-2026](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/polk-county-joint-comprehensive-plan-2022-2026/) - Polk County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2022-2026 - [Northwest Georgia Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) 2022-2026](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/northwest-georgia-economic-development-strategy-ceds-2022/) - Northwest Georgia Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) 2022-2026 - [Dade County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2022-2027](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/dade-county-joint-comprehensive-plan-2022-2027/) - Dade County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2022-2027 - [Pickens County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2023-2027](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/pickens-county-joint-comprehensive-plan-2023-2027/) - Pickens County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2023-2027 - [Whitfield County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2019-2023](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/whitfield-county-joint-comprehensive-plan-2019-2023/) - Whitfield County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2019-2023 - [Polk County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2017-2027 (Amended January 2019)](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/polk-county-joint-comprehensive-plan-2017-2027/) - Polk County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2017-2027 Polk County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2017-2027 (Amended January 2019) - [Gilmer County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2020-2024](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/gilmer-county-joint-comprehensive-plan-2020-2024/) - Gilmer County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2020-2024 - [Catoosa County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2011-2031 (Amended November 2019)](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/catoosa-county-joint-comprehensive-plan-2011-2031-amended-november-2019/) - Catoosa County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2011-2031 (Amended November 2019) - [Woodward Creek Watershed Management Plan](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/woodward-creek-watershed-management-plan/) - Woodward Creek Watershed Management Plan - [NWGRC Council Meeting - October 24, 2019](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-october-24-2019/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, October 24, 2019, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News ReleaseTentative-Agenda - [Bartow County Joint Comprehensive Plan Update 2023-2028](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/bartow-county-joint-comprehensive-plan-update-2023-2028/) - Bartow County Joint Comprehensive Plan Update 2023-2028 - [Walker County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2022-2032](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/walker-county-joint-comprehensive-plan-2022-2032/) - Walker County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2022-2032 - [Dalton Transportation Survey](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/dalton-transportation-survey/) - This survey is for the study “Improving Accessibility in Rural Areas: Expansion of Whitfield County Rural Transportation Service” conducted by Elisabeth Staten and Dr. Abhinav Alakshendra for the University of Florida under the department of Urban and Regional Planning. The goal of this study is to estimate the need of public transportation in Dalton and - [Northwest Georgia’s Economic Development Strategy (CEDS)](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/northwest-georgias-economic-development-strategy-ceds/) - 2022-2026 Northwest Georgia's Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) Northwest Georgia's Resiliency Plan Northwest Georgia's Economic Recovery Plan / Recovery From COVID-19 2017-2022 Northwest Georgia’s Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) Regional Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) 2020 Annual Update - [Chattooga County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2021-2025](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/chattooga-county-joint-comprehensive-plan-2021-2025/) - Chattooga County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2021-2025 - [Paulding County Comprehensive Plan 2021 Broadband Amendment](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/paulding-county-comprehensive-plan-2021-broadband-amendment/) - Paulding County Comprehensive Plan 2021 Broadband Amendment - [Catoosa County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2021-2025](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/catoosa-county-joint-comprehensive-plan-2021-2025/) - Catoosa County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2021-2025 - [NWGRC Council Meeting - May 18, 2023](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-may-18-2023/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, May 18, 2023, at the Rock Bridge Community Church, located at 40 Bowtie Boulevard in Chatsworth, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Personnel and Financial Management Committee Meeting – May 12, 2023](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/personnel-and-financial-management-committee-meeting-may-12-2023/) - A meeting of the Personnel and Financial Management Committee of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Friday, May 12, 2023, in the Conference Room at the Rome offices of the NWGRC, located at 1 Jackson Hill Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release - [NWGRC Council Meeting – April 20, 2023](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-april-20-2023/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, April 20, 2023, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Public Hearing Notice – Draft Annual Report of the Implementation of the Regional Plan](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-hearing-notice-draft-annual-report-of-the-implementation-of-the-regional-plan-2/) - The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission has prepared a draft Annual Report on the Implementation of the 2019 Northwest Georgia Regional Plan, in accordance with the Standards and Procedures for Regional Planning, Chapter 110-12-6. The draft annual report includes a report of accomplishments on projects completed in FY2022, a local government performance standards update, and updates - [NWGRC Council Meeting – March 16, 2023](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-march-16-2023/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, March 16, 2023, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [NWGRC Council Meeting – February 16, 2023](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-february-16-2023/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, February 16, 2023, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Request For Proposal - Independent Audit Services](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/request-for-proposal-independent-audit-services/) - Independent Audit Services RFP Cover Letter Independent Audit Services RFP - [NWGRC Council Meeting – January 19, 2023](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-january-19-2023/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, January 19, 2023, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [NWGRC Council Meeting – October 12, 2022](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-october-12-2022/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, October 12, 2022, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [NWGRC Council Meeting – September 15, 2022](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-september-15-2022/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, September 15, 2022, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia News Release Tentative Agenda - [Lake Lanier Water Quality Evaluation Stakeholder Meeting - September 20, 2022](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/lake-lanier-water-quality-evaluation-stakeholder-meeting/) - September 20, 2022 - 10:00AM-11:30AM Gainesville Civic Center 830 Green Street NE Gainesville, GA 30501 News Release - [NWGRC Council Meeting – August 18, 2022](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-august-18-2022/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, August 18, 2022, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [NWGRC Council Meeting - March 20, 2014](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-march-20-2014/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Thursday, March 20, 2014, at the Calhoun Convention Center at 100 Peters Street in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [WIB/CCEO/Committee Meetings - March 19, 2014](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/wibcceocommittee-meetings-march-19-2014/) - News Release - [NWGRC Council Meeting – May 15, 2014](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-may-15-2014/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Thursday, May 15, 2014, at the Calhoun Convention Center at 100 Peters Street in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [NWGRC Council Meeting - April 17, 2014](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-april-17-2014/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Thursday, April 17, 2014, at the Calhoun Convention Center at 100 Peters Street in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Public Service Announcement: Called NWGRC Council Meeting - July 21, 2022](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-service-announcement-called-nwgrc-council-meeting-july-21-2022/) - A called meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, July 21, 2022, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. - [Special Called NWGRC Council Meeting - June 21, 2022](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/special-called-nwgrc-council-meeting-june-21-2022/) - A special called meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 5:30 P.M. on Tuesday, June 21, 2022, at the Clarence Brown Conference Center, located at 5450 State Route 20 in Cartersville, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [NWGRC Council Meeting – May 26, 2022](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-may-26-2022/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, May 26, 2022, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Personnel and Financial Management Committee Meeting - May 13, 2022](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/personnel-and-financial-management-committee-meeting-may-13-2022/) - A meeting of the Personnel and Financial Management Committee of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Friday, May 13, 2022, in the Conference Room at the Rome offices of the NWGRC, located at 1 Jackson Hill Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release - [NWGRC Council Meeting - April 21, 2022](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-april-21-2022/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, April 21, 2022, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Public Hearing Notice - Draft Annual Report of the Implementation of the Regional Plan](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-hearing-notice-draft-annual-report-of-the-implementation-of-the-regional-plan/) - The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission has prepared a draft Annual Report on the Implementation of the 2019 Northwest Georgia Regional Plan, in accordance with the Standards and Procedures for Regional Planning, Chapter 110-12-6. The draft annual report includes a report of accomplishments on projects completed in FY2021, a local government performance standards update, and updates - [NWGRC Council Meeting – March 17, 2022](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-march-17-2022/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, March 17, 2022, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [NWGRC Council Meeting – February 17, 2022](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-february-17-2022/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, February 17, 2022, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [NWGRC Council Meeting – January 20, 2022](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-january-20-2022/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, January 20, 2022, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. The Nominating Committee will recommend a slate of officers for 2022 and 2023, which subsequently will be voted - [Northwest Georgia Regional Commission's Cares Act Recovery Assistance Micro-Loan RLF Program](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/northwest-georgia-regional-commissions-cares-act-recovery-assistance-micro-loan-rlf-program/) - The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) still has RLF Cares Act Micro-Loan funds available for the region's small businesses to aid in efforts to alleviate the sudden and severe economic dislocation of the region's small businesses and to see significant improvement in employment in the region caused by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Eligible small businesses - [Requests for Proposals (RFPs) - Career/Case Management Services, Work-Based Learning Services, and Youth Services](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/requests-for-proposals-rfps-career-case-management-services-work-based-learning-services-and-youth-services/) - The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission is issuing "Request for Proposals" (RFPs) to provide Career/Case Management Services, Work-Based Learning Services, and Youth Services in the following Northwest Georgia counties: Bartow, Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, Fannin, Floyd, Gilmer, Gordon, Haralson, Murray, Pickens, Paulding, Polk, Walker, and Whitfield. These services in Northwest Georgia are served through the Northwest Georgia - [NWGRC Council Meeting – September 16, 2021](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-september-16-2021/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, September 16, 2021, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. A special guest speaker will be Mike Beatty, former Commissioner, Georgia Department of Community Affairs. And, we will - [Dykes Creek Watershed Management Plan](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/dykes-creek-watershed-management-plan/) - Dykes Creek Watershed Management Plan - [NWGRC Council Meeting – August 19, 2021](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-august-19-2021/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, August 19, 2021, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [NWGRC Council Meeting – May 20, 2021](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-may-20-2021/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, May 20, 2021, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [2021 Annual Water Partnership Meeting Presentations](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/2021-annual-water-partnership-meeting-presentations/) - DPH Coosa-North GA Water Partnership View from Washington G Blount Mitigation Banking Educational Seminar TetraTech 2021 Educational Seminar Agenda - [Personnel and Financial Management Committee - May 12, 2021](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/personnel-and-financial-management-committee-may-12-2021/) - A meeting of the Personnel and Financial Management Committee of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 10:00 A. M. on Wednesday, May 12, 2021, in the Conference Room at the Rome offices of the NWGRC, located at 1 Jackson Hill Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release - [NWGRC Economic Impact Analysis - Impact of COVID-19 on Northwest Georgia](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/nwgrc-economic-impact-analysis-impact-of-covid-19-on-northwest-georgia/) - NWGRC Economic Impact Analysis - Impact of COVID-19 on Northwest Georgia - [NWGRC Council Meeting – April 22, 2021](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-april-22-2021/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, April 22, 2021, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. Special guest speaker will be Honorable Jeff Mullis, State Senator, District 53. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Impact of COVID-19 in Northwest Georgia Businesses](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/impact-of-covid-19-in-northwest-georgia-businesses/) - Impact of COVID-19 in Northwest Georgia Businesses - [NWGRC Council Meeting – March 18, 2021](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-march-18-2021/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, March 18, 2021, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [DRAFT 2021 Annual Report on the Implementation Program, Northwest Georgia Regional Plan 2019-2023](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/draft-2021-annual-report-on-the-implementation-program-northwest-georgia-regional-plan-2019-2023/) - Each year, NWGRC prepares the annual report on the implementation program of the Northwest Georgia Regional Plan according to Georgia Department of Community Affairs Regional Planning Requirements. This Draft FY21 Report includes an annual Report of Accomplishments for FY 2020, a report on Local Government Minimum Standards, and additions or deletions to the current work - [NWGRC Council Meeting – February 18, 2021](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-february-18-2021/) - The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, February 18, 2021, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Public Service Announcement: No January 2021 Council Meeting](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-service-announcement-no-january-2021-council-meeting/) - There will be NO meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council in the month of January, 2021. Notice of the next scheduled meeting will be released at a later date. News Release - [2020 Annual Implementation Report on NWGRC Regional Plan](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/2020-annual-implementation-report-on-nwgrc-regional-plan/) - 2020 Annual Implementation Report on NWGRC Regional Plan - [NWGRC Council Meeting – October 20, 2020](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-october-20-2020/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, October 20, 2020, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. A meeting of the NWGRC Personnel and Financial Management (PFM) Committee will be held at (9:30 A.M., immediately - [NWGRC Council Meeting - September 17, 2020](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-september-17-2020/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, September 17, 2020, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Public Hearing Notice - Draft 2020 Annual Implementation Report on the NWGRC Regional Plan - August 20, 2020](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-hearing-notice-draft-2020-annual-implementation-report-on-the-nwgrc-regional-plan-august-20-2020/) - PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE NORTHWEST GEORGIA REGIONAL COMMISSION The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission has prepared a draft Annual Report on the Implementation Plan of the 2019 Northwest Georgia Regional Plan, in accordance with the Standards and Procedures for Regional Planning, Chapter 110-12-6. The draft annual report includes a report of accomplishments on projects completed in 2019-2020, - [NWGRC Council Meeting – August 20, 2020](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-august-20-2020/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, August 20, 2020, at the Rome Civic Center, located at 400 Civic Center Drive in Rome, Georgia. A meeting of the NWGRC Personnel and Financial Management (PFM) Committee will be held at 9:30 A.M., immediately - [Water-Related Educational and Outreach Resources for Georgia](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/water-related-educational-and-outreach-resources-for-georgia/) - Water-Related Educational and Outreach Resources for Georgia - [NWGRC Council Meeting – March 19, 2020](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-march-19-2020/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, March 19, 2020, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [NWGRC Council Meeting - February 20, 2020](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-february-20-2020/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, February 20, 2020, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [NWGRC Council Meeting - January 16, 2020](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-january-16-2020/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, January 16, 2020, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. The Nominating Committee will recommend a slate of officers for 2020 and 2021, which subsequently - [Public Hearing Meetings - Input on Needed Aging Services - October 2019](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-hearing-meetings-input-on-needed-aging-services-october-2019/) - The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission Area Agency on Aging will hold three Public Hearings during the month of October 2019. The purpose of the meetings is to gain input into services needed for our aging population within the 15-county NW Georgia service area. October 15, 2019 @ 10:00am Bremen Senior Center 425 River Circle Bremen, - [NWGRC Council Meeting – September 19, 2019](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-september-19-2019/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, September 19, 2019, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda Special guest speakers Deana Perry, Executive Director, Broadband, Georgia Department of - [NWGRC Council Meeting – August 15, 2019](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-august-15-2019/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, August 15, 2019, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Public Hearing Notice – NWGRC Regional Plan Update – May 30, 2019](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-hearing-notice-nwgrc-regional-plan-update-may-30-2019/) - PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE NORTHWEST GEORGIA REGIONAL COMMISSION The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission has prepared a draft update to the 2014 Northwest Georgia Regional Agenda in accordance with the Standards and Procedures for Regional Planning, Chapter 110-12-6. The Regional Plan update includes Regional Goals, Development Maps, Needs and Opportunities, and an Implementation Program - [May 1, 2019 North Georgia Water Resources Partnership Annual Educational Seminar](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/may-1-2019-north-georgia-water-resources-partnership-annual-educational-seminar/) - 2019 Educational Seminar Agenda Georgia Emergency Response for the Water Sector- Amy Rammo Kuhs GAEPD Post Development Stormwater Management in Georgia- James Moore Reservoir Management Plans- Brooke Anderson USDA RD Water and Environmental Program Funding- Jack Stanek Virginia Trading Presentation- Clifton Bell Brown and Caldwell - [NWGRC Personnel and Financial Management Committee - May 10, 2019](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-personnel-and-financial-management-committee-may-10-2019/) - A meeting of the Personnel and Financial Management Committee of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Friday, May 10, 2019, in the Conference Room at the Rome offices of the NWGRC, located at 1 Jackson Hill Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release - [NWGRC Council Meeting – May 16, 2019](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-may-16-2019/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, May 16, 2019, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [NWGRC Council Meeting – April 18, 2019](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-april-18-2019/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, April 18, 2019, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Public Hearing Notice - NWGRC Regional Plan Update - April 1, 2019](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-hearing-notice-nwgrc-regional-plan-update-april-1-2019/) - PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE NORTHWEST GEORGIA REGIONAL COMMISSION The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission has prepared a draft update to the 2014 Northwest Georgia Regional Agenda in accordance with the Standards and Procedures for Regional Planning, Chapter 110-12-6. The Regional Plan update includes Regional Goals, Development Maps, Needs and Opportunities, and an Implementation Program for actions the - [NWGRC Council Meeting – March 21, 2019](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-march-21-2019/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, March 21, 2019, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Regional Plan Update Steering & Technical Advisory Committee Meetings – March 21, 2019](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/regional-plan-update-steering-technical-advisory-committee-meetings-march-21-2019/) - The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission Council will meet as the Steering Committee for the Update of the Northwest Georgia Regional Plan during the regularly scheduled meeting, at 11 am on Thursday March 21, 2019 at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center, located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun. Immediately following the Council meeting, - [March 6th Georgia Planning Association Planning and Zoning Board Member Training](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/march-6th-georgia-planning-association-planning-and-zoning-board-member-training/) - Agenda DCA Planning Essentials Legal Foundations of Planning Zoning Zoning, Manufacturing, and Alcohol Northwest Georgia Regional Commission Planning Resources - [NWGRC Council Meeting – February 21, 2019](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-february-21-2019/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, February 21, 2019, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. Our special guest presentation will be the PlanFirst Program, by Ebony Simpson, Planning and Training - [NWGRC Council Meeting – January 17, 2019](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-january-17-2019/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, January 17, 2019, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. Our special guest presentation will be the Coosa-North Georgia Water Council by Brooke Anderson, Chairman - [Regional Plan Update Steering & Technical Advisory Committee Meetings - January 17, 2019](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/regional-plan-update-steering-technical-advisory-committee-meetings-january-17-2019/) - The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission Council will meet as the Steering Committee for the Update of the Northwest Georgia Regional Plan during their regularly scheduled meeting, at 11 am on Thursday January 17th, 2019 at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center, located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun. Immediately following the Council meeting, - [Public Meeting on the Northwest Georgia Regional Plan - December 18, 2018](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-meeting-on-the-northwest-georgia-regional-plan-december-18-2018/) - Your input is needed! You are invited to attend a Public Meeting on the Northwest Georgia Regional Plan of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) from 4:00- 6:00 P. M. on Tuesday, December 18, 2018 at the Gordon County Chamber of Commerce located at 300 S Wall St, Calhoun, GA 30701. This public meeting will - [Gilmer County, Ellijay, & East Ellijay Capital Improvements Element & Community Work Program Annual Update – Fall 2018](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/gilmer-county-ellijay-east-ellijay-capital-improvements-element-community-work-program-annual-update-fall-2018/) - Gilmer County, Ellijay, & East Ellijay Capital Improvements Element & Community Work Program Annual Update – Fall 2018 - [Northwest Georgia Regional Agenda Annual Update 2018-2022](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/northwest-georgia-regional-agenda-annual-update-2018-2022/) - Northwest Georgia Regional Agenda Annual Update 2018-2022 - [Regional Plan Update Committee Meeting – November 30, 2018](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/regional-plan-update-committee-meeting-november-30-2018/) - A meeting of the Regional Plan Update Committee of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) will be held at 9:00 A. M. on Friday, November 30, 2018, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center, located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun. News Release - [DRAFT 2018 Nutrient Trading Alternative Permitting Strategy](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/draft-2018-nutrient-trading-alternative-permitting-strategy/) - DRAFT Alternative Nutrient Management Strategies Main Report DRAFT Alternative Nutrient Management Strategies Attachments A-C DRAFT Alternative Nutrient Management Strategies Attachments D DRAFT Alternative Nutrient Management Strategies Attachments E-F - [Murray County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2019-2029](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/murray-county-joint-comprehensive-plan-2019-2029/) - Murray County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2019-2029 - [NWGRC Council Meeting – October 18, 2018](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-october-18-2018/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, October 18, 2018, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. Our special guest speaker will be Joe Gavalis, Law Enforcement Coordinator, North Georgia Elder Abuse - [Regional Plan Update Committee Meeting - October 18, 2018](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/regional-plan-update-committee-meeting-october-18-2018/) - A meeting of the Regional Plan Update Committee of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) will be held at 12:45 P. M. on Thursday, October 18, 2018, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center, located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun. News Release - [Rural Broadband Advisory Committee Meeting – October 3, 2018](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/rural-broadband-advisory-committee-meeting-october-3-2018/) - A meeting of the Rural Broadband Advisory Committee of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) will be held at 11:00 A. M. on Wednesday, October 3, 2018, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center, located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun. News Release - [Pickens County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2018-2028](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/pickens-county-joint-comprehensive-plan-2018-2028/) - Pickens County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2018-2028 - [NWGRC Council Meeting - September 20, 2018](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-september-20-2018/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, September 20, 2018, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Public Hearing Notice – NWGRC Regional Plan Update – September 20, 2018](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-hearing-notice-nwgrc-regional-plan-update-september-20-2018/) - The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission will prepare an update to the 2014 Northwest Georgia Regional Agenda in accordance with the Standards and Procedures for Regional Planning, Chapter 110-12-6. The Regional Plan update will include Regional Goals, Development Maps, Needs and Opportunities, and an Implementation Program for actions the Regional Commission and partner organizations will undertake - [2004 NWGA Regional Wastewater Treatment Study](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/2004-nwga-regional-wastewater-treatment-study/) - 2004 NWGA Regional Wastewater Treatment Study 2004 NWGA Regional Wastewater Treatment Study Appendix A & B 2004 NWGA Regional Wastewater Treatment Study Appendix C-F - [Rural Broadband Advisory Committee Meeting – August 16, 2018](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/rural-broadband-advisory-committee-meeting-august-16-2018/) - A meeting of the Rural Broadband Advisory Committee of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) will be held at 1:00 P.M on Thursday, August 16, 2018, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center, located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun. News Release - [NWGRC Council Meeting - August 16, 2018](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-august-16-2018/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, August 16, 2018, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. Our special guest speaker will be Lynne Riley, Commissioner, Georgia Department of Revenue. News Release - [Rural Broadband Advisory Committee Meeting - July 18th, 2018](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/rural-broadband-advisory-committee-meeting-july-18th-2018/) - A meeting of the Rural Broadband Advisory Committee of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) will be held at 10:00 A.M on Wednesday, July 18, 2018, at the Georgia Northwestern Technical College, Gordon County Campus - Boardroom 4-103 (Building 400), located at 1151 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. Please invite your school officials - [Gordon County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2018-2028](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/gordon-county-joint-comprehensive-plan-2018-2028/) - Gordon County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2018-2028 - [Rural Broadband Advisory Committee Meeting – May 17th, 2018](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/rural-broadband-advisory-committee-meeting-may-17th-2018/) - A meeting of the Rural Broadband Advisory Committee of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) will be held at 12:30 P.M on Thursday, May 17, 2018, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center, located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun. News Release - [NWGRC Council Meeting – May 17, 2018](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-may-17-2018/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, May 17, 2018, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Public Hearing Notice - Draft Annual Update to the Northwest Georgia Regional Agenda - May 15, 2018](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-hearing-notice-draft-annual-update-to-the-northwest-georgia-regional-agenda-may-15-2018/) - Public Hearing Notice - Draft Annual Update to the Northwest Georgia Regional Agenda DRAFT Northwest Georgia Regional Agenda Annual Update 2018-2019 - [DRAFT Northwest Georgia Regional Agenda Annual Update 2018-2019](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/draft-northwest-georgia-regional-agenda-annual-update-2018-2019/) - DRAFT Northwest Georgia Regional Agenda Annual Update 2018-2019 - [Bartow County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2018-2028](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/bartow-county-joint-comprehensive-plan-2018-2028/) - Bartow County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2018-2028 - [Fannin County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2018-2028](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/fannin-county-joint-comprehensive-plan-2018-2028/) - Fannin County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2018-2028 - [Personnel and Financial Management Committee Meeting - May 2, 2018](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/personnel-and-financial-management-committee-may-2-2018/) - A meeting of the Personnel and Financial Management Committee of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 10:00 A. M. on Wednesday, May 2, 2018, in the Conference Room at the Rome offices of the NWGRC, located at 1 Jackson Hill Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release - [NWGRC Council Meeting – April 19, 2018](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-april-19-2018/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, April 19, 2018, at the Georgia Northwestern Technical College, Gordon County Campus, located at 1151 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. Special guest speaker will be Ms. Annaka Woodruff, Program Manager, Appalachian Regional Commission, Georgia - [Rural Broadband Advisory Committee Meeting – April 19th, 2018](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/rural-broadband-advisory-committee-meeting-april-19th-2018/) - A meeting of the Rural Broadband Advisory Committee of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) will be held at 12:30 P.M on Thursday, April 19th, 2018, at the GNTC, located at 1151 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun. News Release - [NWGRC Council Meeting – March 15, 2018](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-march-15-2018/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, March 15, 2018, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Rural Broadband Advisory Committee Meeting – March 15th, 2018](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/rural-broadband-advisory-committee-meeting-march-15th-2018/) - A meeting of the Rural Broadband Advisory Committee of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) will be held at 12:30 P.M on Thursday, March 15th, 2018, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center, located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun. News Release - [Rural Broadband Advisory Committee Meeting – February 15th, 2018](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/rural-broadband-advisory-committee-meeting-february-15th-2018/) - A meeting of the Rural Broadband Advisory Committee of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) will be held at 12:30 P.M on Thursday, February 15th, 2018, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center, located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun. News Release - [NWGRC Council Meeting – February 15, 2018](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-february-15-2018/) - The rescheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, February 15, 2018, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Rural Broadband Advisory Committee Meeting – January 25th, 2018](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/rural-broadband-advisory-committee-meeting-january-25th-2018/) - The rescheduled meeting of the Rural Broadband Advisory Committee of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) will be held at 12:30 P.M on Thursday, January 25th, 2018, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center, located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun. News Release - [NWGRC Council Meeting – January 25, 2018](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-january-25-2018/) - The rescheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, January 25, 2018, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Census 2020 LUCA Training Information](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/census-2020-luca-training-information/) - LUCA (Local Update of Census Addresses) Operation Training LUCA (Local Update of Census Addresses) Operation Training (Digital only) GUPS Demonstration Video - [Rural Broadband Meeting - January 18th, 2018](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/rural-broadband-meeting-january-18th-2018/) - A meeting of the Rural Broadband Advisory Committee of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) will be held at 12:30 P.M on Thursday, January 18th, 2018, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center, located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun. News Release - [NWGRC Council Meeting – January 18, 2018](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-january-18-2018/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, January 18, 2018, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Planning & Zoning Board Member Training - November 14, 2017](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/planning-zoning-board-member-training-november-14-2017/) - Below are the presentations that were shared at the Planning & Zoning Board Member Training in November: Planning & Zoning Board Member Training Agenda Planning Essentials Zoning 101: Zoning & Land Development The Legal Foundations of Planning and Zoning in Georgia Making Sound Decisions in Planning & Zoning - [Updated Coosa-North Georgia Regional Water Plan - June 2017](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/updated-coosa-north-georgia-regional-water-plan-june-2017/) - The updated Coosa-North Georgia Regional Water Plan, updated June 2017, is now available on EPD's website. Coosa - North Georgia RWP Updates Updated Regional Water Plan - [Phase Two - Redundancy and Emergency lnterconnectivity Study for the Coosa North Georgia Planning Region as funded by Georgia EPD RWP Seed Grant](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/phase-two-redundancy-and-emergency-lnterconnectivity-study-for-the-coosa-north-georgia-planning-region-as-funded-by-georgia-epd-rwp-seed-grant/) - Phase Two - Redundancy and Emergency lnterconnectivity Study for the Coosa North Georgia Planning Region as funded by Georgia EPD RWP Seed Grant / Appendices - [Coosa-North Georgia Regional Water Plan Meeting - November 1, 2017](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/coosa-north-georgia-regional-water-plan-meeting-november-1-2017/) - NOTICE: COOSA-NORTH GEORGIA REGIONAL WATER PLANNING COUNCIL MEETING Announcement Date: October 11, 2017 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS AND PARTIES: The Coosa-North Georgia Regional Water Planning Council is holding a meeting, in conjunction with the North Georgia Water Resources Partnership, to discuss implementation of the Coosa-North Georgia Regional Water Plan at the following date, time, and location: Wednesday, - [NWGRC Council Meeting – October 19, 2017](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-october-19-2017/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, October 19, 2017, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Public Hearing Meetings - October 2017 - Input on Needed Aging Services](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/public-hearing-meetings-october-2017-input-on-needed-aging-services/) - The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission Area Agency on Aging will hold two Public Hearings during the month of October 2017. The purpose of the meetings is to gain input into services needed for our aging population within the 15-county Northwest Georgia service area. Information received will assist in developing future Area Agency on Aging planning. - [NWGRC Council Meeting – September 21, 2017](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-september-21-2017/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, September 21, 2017, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [2020 Census Local Update of Census Addresses (LUCA) Information](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/2020-census-local-update-of-census-addresses-luca-information/) - The 2020 US Census is approaching and an accurate count can benefit your government, since census numbers are used in the distribution of funds for infrastructure, programs and services. The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission is offering assistance with the Local Update of Census Addresses (LUCA) process that proceeds the 2020 census in 2018. Cities and - [NWGRC Council Meeting – August 17, 2017](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-august-17-2017/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, August 17, 2017, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Northwest Georgia Feasibility Study for Bikeway & Pedestrian Multi-Use Trails](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/northwest-georgia-feasibility-study-for-bikeway-pedestrian-multi-use-trails/) - Northwest Georgia Feasibility Study for Bikeway & Pedestrian Multi-Use Trails - [Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) Committee – June 28, 2017](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/comprehensive-economic-development-strategy-ceds-committee-june-28-2017/) - A meeting of the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) Committee of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) will be held at 9:00 am on Wednesday, June 28, 2017, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center, located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun. Announcement - [Rural Broadband Advisory Committee - June 26, 2017](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/rural-broadband-advisory-committee-june-26-2017/) - A meeting of the Rural Broadband Advisory Committee of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) will be held at 10:00 A.M on Monday, June 26th, 2017, at the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission located at 1 Jackson Hill, in Rome. Announcement - [Dade County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2017-2027](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/dade-county-joint-comprehensive-plan-2017-2027/) - Dade County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2017-2027 - [Rural Broadband Advisory Committee - May 18, 2017](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/rural-broadband-advisory-committee-may-18-2017/) - A meeting of the Rural Broadband Advisory Committee of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) will be held at 1:00 P.M on Thursday, May 18th, 2017, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center, located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun. Announcement - [NWGRC Council Meeting – May 18, 2017](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-may-18-2017/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, May 18, 2017, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) Committee - May 17, 2017](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/comprehensive-economic-development-strategy-ceds-committee-may-17-2017/) - A meeting of the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) Committee of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) will be held at 9:00 am on Wednesday, May 17, 2017, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center, located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun. Announcement - [Personnel and Financial Management Committee Meeting – May 10, 2017](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/personnel-and-financial-management-committee-meeting-may-10-2017/) - A meeting of the Personnel and Financial Management Committee of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, May 10, 2017, in the Conference Room at the Rome offices of the NWGRC, located at 1 Jackson Hill Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release - [2017 Educational Seminar/ Coosa North Georgia Water Council - May 3, 2017](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/2017-educational-seminar-coosa-north-georgia-water-council-may-3-2017/) - The North Georgia Water Resources Partnership 2017 Annual Educational Seminar and Coosa- North Georgia Water Council Meeting When: Wednesday, May 3, 2017; 9:00 am- 3:30 pm Where: Tellus Museum 100 Tellus Drive (I-75 Exit 293) Cartersville, Georgia 30120 Meeting Details: The meeting will be from 9:00 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. The Coosa North Georgia Water Council - [Walker County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2017-2021](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/draft-walker-county-joint-comprehensive-plan-2017-2021/) - Walker County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2017-2021 - [DRAFT Paulding County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2017](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/draft-paulding-county-joint-comprehensive-plan-2017/) - DRAFT Paulding County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2017 - [NWGRC Council Meeting – April 20, 2017](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-april-20-2017/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, April 20, 2017, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Northwest Georgia Trails Study Open House - April 13th, 2017](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/northwest-georgia-trails-study-open-house/) - PUBLIC NOTICE NORTHWEST GEORGIA TRAILS STUDY OPEN HOUSE Please join us for an Open House to review the draft Northwest Georgia Bikeway and Pedestrian Multi-Use Trails Feasibility Study. Meet project staff, see your community’s trail connections, and let us know what you think! For project information please visit www.nwgrc.gov. When: Thursday, April 13th, 2017 from - [NWGRC Council Meeting – March 16, 2017](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-march-16-2017/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, March 16, 2017, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Coosa-North Georgia Regional Water Planning Council Meeting - March 7, 2017](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/coosa-north-georgia-regional-water-planning-council-meeting-march-7-2017/) - COOSA-NORTH GEORGIA REGIONAL WATER PLANNING COUNCIL MEETING Announcement Date: February 24, 2017 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS AND PARTIES: The Coosa-North Georgia Regional Water Planning Council is holding its next meeting for the Review and Revision of the Coosa-North Georgia Regional Water Plan at the following date, time, and location: Tuesday, March 7, 2017 Registration: 9:30 - [Haralson County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2017-2027](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/haralson-county-joint-comprehensive-plan-2017-2027/) - Haralson County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2017-2027 - [NWGRC Council Meeting – February 16, 2017](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-february-16-2017/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, February 16, 2017, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [NWGRC Council Meeting - January 19, 2017](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-january-19-2017/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, January 19, 2017, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Northwest Georgia Regional 2015 Data Profile](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/northwest-georgia-regional-2015-data-profile/) - Northwest Georgia Regional 2015 Data Profile - [North Georgia Local Food Stakeholder Forum Materials](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/north-georgia-local-food-stakeholder-forum-materials/) - Forum PowerPoint Final Local Food Responses LVC Presentation Food and Farm Assessment Summary NWGRC Presentation Final NW Georgia Food and Farm Assessment - [Regionally Important Resource Plan](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/regionally-important-resource-plan/) - Regional Resource Plan Maps Regional Map - [NWGRC Council Meeting – October 20, 2016](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-october-20-2016/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, October 20, 2016, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [NWGRC Council Meeting – September 15, 2016](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-september-15-2016/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, September 15, 2016, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [2016 Bike/Pedestrian Plan - Town of Cohutta](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/2016-bikepedestrian-plan-town-of-cohutta/) - 2016 Bike/Pedestrian Plan - Town of Cohutta - [Introduction to Fracking and Implications for Northwest Georgia](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/introduction-to-fracking-and-implications-for-northwest-georgia/) - Introduction to Fracking and Implications for Northwest Georgia Powerpoint PresentationIntroduction to Fracking – Northwest Georgia Speaker Schedule – Fall 2016 - [NWGRC Council Meeting – August 18, 2016](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-august-18-2016/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, August 18, 2016, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda Fracking presentation and information presented to the Council during this meeting: Introduction - [CCSP Quarterly Meeting - September 6, 2016](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/ccsp-quarterly-meeting-september-6-2016/) - The CCSP Quarterly Network Meeting will be on Tuesday, September 6, 2016 beginning at 10:00 am. Karen Nelson, Care Coordination Section Manager with AAA, will be presenting about Assistive Technology. The meeting will be held at the Thornton Recreation Center Banquet Room located at 102 North Floyd Park Road, Rome, GA 30165. - [Area Agency on Aging Quarterly Meeting - August 23, 2016](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/area-agency-on-aging-quarterly-meeting-august-23-2016/) - The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission’s Area Agency On Aging Will Hold Its Quarterly Meeting On Tuesday, August 23, 2016 at The Thornton Recreation Center, 102 North Floyd Park Road, Rome, Ga 30165 (Across From Armuchee High School On Highway 27 North). The Meeting Will Begin At 10:00 AM. The Meeting Is Open To The Public. - [Avatron SmartPark Development of Regional Impact (DRI) Report](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/avatron-smartpark-development-of-regional-impact-dri-report/) - Avatron SmartPark Development of Regional Impact (DRI) Report - [NWGRC Council Meeting – February 18, 2016](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-february-18-2016/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, February 18, 2016, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. Special guest speaker will be Dr. Louise Dufour-Zavala, Executive Director, Georgia Poultry Lab Network (GPLN) and Georgia - [NWGRC Council Meeting – March 17, 2016](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-march-17-2016/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, March 17, 2016, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [NWGRC Council Meeting – May 19, 2016](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-may-19-2016/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, May 19, 2016, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [NWGRC Council Meeting – April 21, 2016](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-april-21-2016/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, April 21, 2016, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. Special guest speaker will be Annaka Woodruff, ARC Program Manager, Georgia Department of Community Affairs - [NWGRC Council Meeting – February 19, 2015](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-february-19-2015/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Thursday, February 19, 2015, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [NWGRC Council Meeting - April 16, 2015](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-april-16-2015/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Thursday, April 16, 2015, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Draft 2012-2016 Northwest Georgia Regional Economic Development Strategy](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/draft-2012-2016-northwest-georgia-regional-economic-development-strategy/) - Draft 2012-2016 Northwest Georgia Regional Economic Development Strategy - [The Brighter Future Newsletter – Fall Edition](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/the-brighter-future-newsletter-fall-edition/) - The Brighter Future Newsletter – Fall Edition - [Comprehensive Plan for the Town of Cohutta 2015-2035](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/comprehensive-plan-for-the-town-of-cohutta-2015-2035/) - Comprehensive Plan for the Town of Cohutta 2015-2035 - [Cave Spring to Cedartown Trail Feasibility Study](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/cave-spring-to-cedartown-trail-feasibility-study/) - Cave Spring to Cedartown Trail Feasibility Study - [Personnel and Financial Management Committee Meeting – May 12, 2016](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/personnel-and-financial-management-committee-meeting-may-12-2016/) - A meeting of the Personnel and Financial Management Committee of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Thursday, May 12, 2016, in the Conference Room at the Rome offices of the NWGRC, located at 1 Jackson Hill Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release - [Regional Agenda](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/regional-agenda/) - Regional Agenda 2033 Regional Development Map Areas Where Significant Natural Resources Are Likely To Be Impacted By Development Map Areas Where Significant Cultural and Historical Resources Are Likely To Be Impacted By Development Map Areas With Significant Levels of Poverty Map - [Development Authority Board Training - October 10, 2014](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/development-authority-board-training-october-10-2014/) - Seyfarth Shaw to present the “ Sidebar Conference: Local Authorities Partners in Economic Development” on October 10, 2014 in Calhoun, Georgia. The conference is also recommended for Development Authority Board Members, Bond Issuers, Economic Development Professionals, Community Development Professionals, Real Estate Developers, Broker/Dealers and Underwriters, Elected and Appointed Officials and their Staff, Bankers, Government and - [2016 Spring Annual Meeting/Educational Seminar and Coosa-North Georgia Water Council Meeting - May 4, 2016](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/2016-spring-annual-meetingeducational-seminar-and-coosa-north-georgia-water-council-meeting-may-4-2016/) - The 2016 Spring Annual Meeting/Educational Seminar and Coosa-North Georgia Water Council Meeting is coming up on May 4, 2016. Please see the public notice and invitation below for more details. Public Notice & Invitation - [Rescheduled NWGRC Council Meeting – January 28, 2016](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/rescheduled-nwgrc-council-meeting-january-28-2016/) - Due to the inclement and uncertain wintry weather conditions in our fifteen-county region, a decision has been made to postpone the meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council scheduled for Thursday, January 21, 2016. The meeting is being rescheduled for 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, January 28, 2016, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service - [NWGRC Council Meeting – January 21, 2016](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-january-21-2016/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, January 21, 2016, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda **UPDATE** Please see the rescheduled announcement for this meeting. - [Regional Digital Economy Plan](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/regional-digital-economy-plan/) - The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission, with support from the Georgia Technology Authority, has developed the Digital Region 1 (DR1) plan to grow business, recruit and retain industry, and support local institutions with technology. Digital technology can be powerful means to grow incomes, improve products and services, and increase competitiveness. The strategic focus of DR1 is - [Gilmer County & Cities Capital Improvements Element](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/gilmer-county-cities-capital-improvements-element/) - Gilmer County & Cities Capital Improvements Element - [Gilmer County & Cities Joint Comprehensive Plan 2014-2034](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/gilmer-county-cities-joint-comprehensive-plan-2014-2034/) - Gilmer County & Cities Joint Comprehensive Plan 2014-2034 - [NWGRC Council Meeting – October 15, 2015](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-october-15-2015/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, October 15, 2015, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [NWGRC Council Meeting – September 17, 2015](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-september-17-2015/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 12:00 Noon on Thursday, September 17, 2015, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Coosa-North Georgia Water Planning Council Meeting – September 16, 2015](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/coosa-north-georgia-water-planning-council-meeting-september-16-2015/) - The Coosa-North Georgia Water Planning Council is holding its next meeting on September 16, 2015. Meeting Notice - [NWGRC Council Meeting – August 20, 2015](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-august-20-2015/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, August 20, 2015, at the Georgia Northwestern Technical College, Gordon County Campus, located at 1151 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Rome Complete Streets Workshop – June 2, 2015](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/rome-complete-streets-workshop-june-2-2015/) - On June 2nd, a free workshop for transportation directors, engineers, planners and elected officials will be held at the Rome Civic Center from 1PM to 5PM, and will focus on implementing road diets and refuge islands for improved bicyclist and pedestrian safety. The workshop is free and is limited to 30 participants. Announcement - [Coosa-North Georgia Water Planning Council Meeting – June 24, 2015](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/coosa-north-georgia-water-planning-council-meeting-june-24-2015/) - The Coosa-North Georgia Water Planning Council Meeting will be meeting at 10:00AM on June 24, 2015 at the Union County Community Center in Blairsville, Georgia. Meeting Notice Agenda Directions - [NWGRC Council Meeting – May 21, 2015](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-may-21-2015/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Thursday, May 21, 2015, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Personnel and Financial Management Committee Meeting - May 13, 2015](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/personnel-and-financial-management-committee-meeting-may-13-2015/) - A meeting of the Personnel and Financial Management Committee of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, May 13, 2015, in the Conference Room at the Rome offices of the NWGRC, located at 1 Jackson Hill Drive in Rome, Georgia. News Release - [North Georgia Water Resources Partnership Annual Educational Seminar, April 22, 2015](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/north-georgia-water-resources-partnership-annual-educational-seminar-april-22-2015/) - Please make your plans now to attend the April 22, 2015 Educational Seminar hosted by the North Georgia Water Resources Partnership! This exciting and informative workshop will provide CEUs for water professionals and feature a variety of project and policy updates to keep you informed of upcoming water-related issues. When: April 22, 2015, 8:30 am-3:00 - [Cave Spring To Cedartown Trail Feasibility Study Public Workshop, April 20, 2015](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/cave-spring-to-cedartown-trail-feasibility-study-public-workshop-april-20-2015/) - Cave Spring To Cedartown Trail Feasibility Study Public Workshop - [NWGRC Council Meeting – March 19, 2015](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-march-19-2015/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Thursday, March 19, 2015, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [RFP: Implementation of Digital Economy Plan](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/rfp-implementation-of-digital-economy-plan/) - Request For Proposal: Implementation of Digital Economy Plan Proposals must be received by March 30, 2015. - [NWGRC Council Meeting – January 15, 2015](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-january-15-2015/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Thursday, January 15, 2015, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [NWGRC Council Meeting – October 16, 2014](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-october-16-2014/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Thursday, October 16, 2014, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [NWGRC Council Meeting - September 18, 2014](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-september-18-2014/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Thursday, September 18, 2014, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [NWGRC Council Meeting – August 21, 2014](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/nwgrc-council-meeting-august-21-2014/) - The regularly scheduled meeting of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) Council will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Thursday, August 21, 2014, at the Gordon County Agricultural Service Center located at 1282 Highway 53 Spur, S.W. in Calhoun, Georgia. News Release Tentative Agenda - [Next NWGRC Council Meeting Is In August](https://www.nwgrc.gov/meetings-and-announcements/next-nwgrc-council-meeting-is-in-august/) - The NWGRC Council will not be meeting in the months of June or July. The next meeting is scheduled for the month of August. A news release and tentative agenda will be posted prior to the meeting. - [Whitfield County NSP1 Program](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/whitfield-county-nsp1-program/) - Whitfield County NSP1 Bidders Conference Notice Whitfield County NSP1 RFP for Appraisers Whitfield County NSP1 RFQ for Attorneys Whitfield County NSP1 RFQ for Inspectors Whitfield County NSP1 RFQ for Lawn Care Whitfield County NSP1 RFP for Realtors Whitfield County NSP1 RFP for Contractors - [Northwest Georgia Regional Commission NSP3 Program](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/northwest-georgia-regional-commission-nsp3-program-2/) - (Walker) NWGRC NSP3 Bidders Conference Notice NWGRC NSP3 RFP for Appraisers NWGRC Consortium NSP3 RFQ for Attorneys NWGRC Consortium NSP3 RFQ for Inspectors NWGRC Consortium NSP3 RFQ for Lawn Care NWGRC Consortium NSP3 RFP for Realtors NWGRC Consortium NSP3 RFP for Contractors - [Northwest Georgia Regional Commission NSP1 Program](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/northwest-georgia-regional-commission-nsp1-program-2/) - (Catoosa, Dade and Walker) NWGRC NSP1 Bidders Conference Notice NWGRC NSP1 RFP for Appraisers NWGRC NSP1 RFQ for Inspectors NWGRC NSP1 RFQ for Lawn Care NWGRC NSP1 RFP for Realtors - [Gilmer County](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/gilmer-county/) - Joint Comprehensive Plan Partial Plan Update for the 2025 Comprehensive Plan - [Learn about The Regional Growth Planning Process](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/learn-about-the-regional-growth-planning-process/) - THRIVE 2055 - [Regional Plan Assessment](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/regional-plan-assessment/) - NWGRC Regional Assessment Analysis of Supporting Data NWGRC Quality Community Objectives Assessment NWGRC Issues and Opportunities NWGRC Stakeholder Involvement Program Analysis of Supporting Data Executive Summary Projected Development Patterns Map Areas Requiring Special Attention Map 1 Areas Requiring Special Attention Map 2 - [Northwest Georgia Regional Commission NSP1 Program](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/northwest-georgia-regional-commission-nsp1-program/) - (Bartow, Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, Floyd, Gordon, Haralson, Paulding, Polk and Walker) Bidder's Conference Notice RFQ - [Northwest Georgia Regional Commission NSP3 Program](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/northwest-georgia-regional-commission-nsp3-program/) - NWGRC NSP3 Public Hearing - Amendment of Approved Activities NWGRC NSP3 Public Hearing - Amendment of Approved Activities - Spanish NWGRC NSP3 Bidder's Conference Notice NWGRC NSP3 RFQ for Lawn Care NWGRC NSP3 RFP for Realtors - [Greenway](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/greenway/) - Plan Design Guidelines Map - [Walker County & Cities Joint Comprehensive Plan](https://www.nwgrc.gov/publications/walker-county-cities-joint-comprehensive-plan/) - Community Assessment Analysis of Supporting Data Community Participation Plan Walker County Community Agenda ## Pages - [Homepage](https://www.nwgrc.gov/) - The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission is a multi-county organization consisting of 15 Northwest Georgia counties and 48 municipalities. - [NWGA 2026 Outdoor Recreation Summit](https://www.nwgrc.gov/nwga-2026-outdoor-recreation-summit/) - Join us for the 2026 Outdoor Recreation Summit: Connecting Nature and Economic Growth Join us for the 2026 Outdoor Recreation Summit: Connecting Nature and Economic Growth Join us for the 2026 Outdoor Recreation Summit: Connecting Nature and Economic Growth THANK YOU for making the Outdoor Recreation Summit a huge success! We are thankful for every - [Annual Schedule of Council Meetings](https://www.nwgrc.gov/annual-schedule-of-council-meetings/) - The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission Council meets regularly throughout each year. This is the schedule for those meetings for the current calendar year. - [Northwest Georgia Regional Commission Staff](https://www.nwgrc.gov/staff-members/) - The staff assist the organization with it's responsibilities by working with the local member governments to carry out the services & programs that it provides. - [Registration](https://www.nwgrc.gov/nwga-2026-outdoor-recreation-summit/registration/) - Register for the 2026 Outdoor Recreation Summit! June 15-16, 2026 at Lakepoint Sports Complex in Cartersville, GA Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *EmailConfirm EmailOrganization *Phone *Job Title *Dietary Restrictions *Work/Organization Address *Address Line 1Address Line 2CityAlabamaAlaskaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew - [Session Proposal](https://www.nwgrc.gov/nwga-2026-outdoor-recreation-summit/session-proposal/) - Come present to the Outdoor Recreation Summit! Submit a session proposal below! Monday June 15th 9:00am – 7:00pm Tuesday June 16th 9:00am – 5:00pm Lakepoint Sports Complex - 261 Stars Way, Cartersville, GA 30121 This interactive and engaging conference brings together recreation professionals from across the state for two full days of learning and networking. - [Water Partnership Annual Meeting](https://www.nwgrc.gov/water-partnership-annual-meeting/) - Register for the 2026 Water Partnership Annual Meeting! April 29, 2026 at the Savoy Automobile Museum in Cartersville, GA Registration is now open for the 2026 North Georgia Water Resources Partnership Annual Educational Seminar on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. The meeting will be held at the Savoy Automobile Museum, 3 Savoy Ln, Cartersville, GA 30120, - [Sponsorship Signup](https://www.nwgrc.gov/nwga-2026-outdoor-recreation-summit/sponsorship-signup/) - Sponsor the 2026 Outdoor Recreation Summit! Signup below! 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