This six-hour workshop targets municipal officials that are interested in downtown revitalization. Workshop participants are provided opportunities to view actual plans and projects with officials from the host city discussing their downtown and neighborhood strategies, their success stories, and their lessons learned. The workshop includes formal presentations and tours of downtown areas. The class utilizes city officials and downtown practitioners that have first-hand experience with downtown development. Additionally, information regarding available resources that are available to provide technical assistance and downtown incentives are provided. 

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations after October 25 incur a $50.00 cancellation fee. Cancellations after November 3 will not be refunded. 

Lodging: GMA has a hotel block for the night of November 14, 2023 at the Hampton Inn, 1522 Tallahassee Hwy., Bainbridge, Ga 39819. Please call (229) 246-1341 to book and use code:  Heart & Soul Tour or book online . The rate is $149 a night, plus taxes and fees. Reservations must made by Oct. 30 to get the block rate.