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Rockin Women in Rockdale: Celebrating Women in Leadership
ROCKDALE COUNTY PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Release
August 4, 2023
ROCKDALE COUNTY, Ga. – Chairman Oz Nesbitt, Sr. will host the biannual Rockin Women in Rockdale event on Sunday, Oct. 22, at 3:00 P.M. at the Costley Mill Event Center. This event celebrates remarkable women who have made significant contributions to our community. Don’t miss this opportunity to honor and recognize these incredible women!
Do you know any fantastic women who rock? Nominate them as a candidate for Rockin’ Woman in Rockdale! Visit the county website at www.rockdalecountyga.gov/public-relations-department/ to fill out a nomination form.
The criteria are as follows:
- The woman must be a Rockdale County resident, work in Rockdale County, or own a business in Rockdale County.
- The woman must be at least 18 years of age.
- The woman must not be a previous recipient of the Rockin Women in Rockdale award.
Residents must include a written explanation and brief bio of the nominee when submitting nominations. The description should highlight the woman’s impact or contributions to the Rockdale County community.
Let us celebrate the remarkable women who have shown outstanding leadership, business skills, and dedication to their work and community. The deadline for nominations is Friday, Sept. 1, 2023. Help us recognize their contributions to the county’s success by nominating a Rockin Woman today.
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Rockdale County’s Election Software Remains Secure, Unaltered, and Fully Functioning
ROCKDALE COUNTY PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Release
August 3rd, 2023
ROCKDALE COUNTY, Ga. – The Secretary of State, Brad Raffensperger, has declared that the audit of Rockdale County’s election infrastructure, including both software and hardware, has been completed successfully. This was done in preparation for the upcoming municipal elections in 2023 and the Presidential elections in 2024.
In coordination with the Rockdale County election office, the Secretary of State’s office recently conducted health checks of the voting system, finding that Rockdale County’s election infrastructure remains secure, unaltered, and fully functioning as Georgia heads into a significant election cycle.
“We are happy to hear that our voting system is secure,” Department of Elections Director Cynthia Willingham states, “Hats off to the Board of Elections staff for their work in ensuring the security of our voting system, and we remain committed to prioritizing transparency, integrity, and security. The Board of Elections has the crucial responsibility of ensuring that our voters’ votes are accurately cast.”
These health checks are in conjunction with Secretary Raffensperger’s Four-Point “Secure the Vote” Plan for the 2024 election. That plan includes:
Testing before the election (Logic and Accuracy Testing)
Every piece of voting equipment in all 159 counties is tested to ensure each contest is voting properly by testing every candidate and ballot position on the Ballot Marking Devices and that all scanners are reading ballots properly.
Testing during the election (Parallel Monitoring)
Live election equipment will be randomly selected and tested during the active voting period, every day of voting from the start of early voting through Election Day. This testing will detect any active, ongoing threat.
Voter review and accountability
Since 2020, Georgia voters could review their ballot for accuracy before submitting it for tabulation. In 2020, the University of Georgia conducted a study of Georgia’s live elections and found that more than 80% of Georgia’s voters review their ballots.
Testing after the election (Risk Limiting Audits)
With the passage of HB 316 and SB129, Georgia now has robust post-election audit procedures in place to detect any anomalies in the outcomes of elections.
These election equipment health checks are part of the greater election security initiative launched by the Secretary of State Raffensperger’s office to administer the most secure elections in the Country. Georgia’s election system consists of multiple layers of security, robust audit procedures, and thorough function and diagnostic testing before any election. The Secretary’s top priority is election security, with 100% voter-verified paper-based elections, 100% photo ID, and a 100% commitment to accurate and trusted elections.
Additionally, the Secretary of State’s office is partnering with the Department of Homeland Security and other federal agencies to ensure that all 159 county election offices are safe, secure, and held to the highest physical security standards possible.
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Reimagining Rockdale: Join Us for a Strategic Planning Kickoff Event
ROCKDALE COUNTY PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Release August 1, 2023
Reimagining Rockdale: Join Us for a Strategic Planning Kickoff Event
ROCKDALE COUNTY, Ga. – The Rockdale County Board of Commissioners is hosting the Reimagine Rockdale Strategic Planning Kickoff Event focused on visioning Rockdale County for the future. The event will be Wednesday, Aug. 16, 2023, 5:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M. at C.E. Steele Community Center, 1040 Oakland Ave SE, Conyers, 30012. The Rockdale County Board of Commissioners is thrilled to invite all residents to participate in an innovative event that will shape the future landscape of our cherished county. The event aims to gather valuable insights and ideas from our diverse community.
Our collaboration will guide decision-making, prioritize initiatives, and set realistic goals for our county’s development. Resident input will heavily influence our strategic framework for the future.
The Reimagine Rockdale Strategic Planning Event will be an engaging and innovative experience designed to include residents from all walks of life. It will feature:
- Visioning Activities: Envision and articulate what Rockdale County will become within 5 to 20 years. Share aspirations and ideas for a thriving community that caters to everyone’s needs.
- Interactive Roundtable Discussions: Engage in interactive brainstorming sessions, discussing themes like arts and culture, housing, public safety, sustainability, public health, economic development, urban design, and more.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow residents, local businesses, and community organizations to forge strong partnerships to drive our collective vision forward.
This landmark event activates a crucial step in our collective journey towards a vibrant, resilient, and sustainable future for Rockdale County.
For more information, please visit www.reimaginerockdaletogether.com.
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Commissioner Sherri L. Washington Appointed Vice Chair of International Economic Development Task Force for NACo
ROCKDALE COUNTY PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Release
July 31st, 2023
Commissioner Sherri L. Washington Appointed Vice Chair of International Economic Development Task Force for NACo
ROCKDALE COUNTY, Ga. – NACo appoints Commissioner Sherri L. Washington as Vice-Chair for the Rockdale sector of the International Economic Development Task Force.
The task force serves as a valuable resource for sharing crucial information, innovative ideas, and essential resources. Its primary objective is to provide comprehensive guidance to NACo programming, which is closely related to county-level involvement in various international economic development activities. The task force is committed to facilitating effective collaboration and promoting sustainable growth while ensuring that county-level interests are well-represented.
“I am proud of my appointment as a Vice Chair to the International Economic Development Task Force. International economic development plays a crucial role in shaping a more interconnected and prosperous world, fostering cooperation, and improving the quality of life for people around the globe.” Commissioner Washington says.
Commissioner Washington has served one four-year term and is currently serving a 2nd four-year term as Commissioner Post 1 in Conyers, Georgia. Commissioner Washington held a position on the Rockdale-Conyers Economic development council, active in her community as she is involved with the Rockdale Rotary Club, the National Executive Committee of the National Council of Negro Women Rockdale-Newton Chapter, and the Covington Area Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. She is also the founding member of the East Metro Top Ladies of Distinction. She serves as the Chairman of the Board of Directors for Angie’s House – a nonprofit organization that focuses on children who are survivors of domestic violence.
For a complete list of International Economic Development Task Force members, click here.
The National Association of Counties (NACo) is dedicated to empowering America’s counties and supporting the nearly 40,000 elected officials and 3.6 million employees who serve them. Established in 1935, NACo brings together county officials to advocate for county priorities in federal policymaking, promote exceptional county policies and practices, develop leadership skills, expand knowledge networks, optimize county resources, and cost savings, and enhance public understanding of county government.
For more information, please visit www.naco.org/
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