May 3, 2018Gov. Deal Signs Regional Transit Legislation New law creates regional transit governance and funding structure. Helping Communities of All Sizes Get 'Smart' The Smart Cities Challenge from ARC & Georgia Tech will help four communities plan their “smart,” connected future. Driving Change for a Better Commute with Georgia Commute Options Want an easier, less stressful commute? Here’s how to make that happen, while saving a few bucks. Local Businesses Pledge to Conserve Water through 'My Drop Counts' Program Employees will also be encouraged to conserve in and around their homes. Metro Atlanta Leaders Head to San Diego on 2018 LINK Trip. Here's What's on Their Radar The two regions share many challenges in common, from transportation to housing affordability. Opioid Overdose Deaths Rise Sharply in Metro Atlanta ARC data analysis shows rate of opioid-related overdose deaths has doubled since 2013 and tripled since 2006. Reimagine Aging: The Newest Civic Dinners Conversation By 2030, one in four residents in metro Atlanta will be over the age of 60. How do we design communities to meet the needs of people of all ages and abilities? Help to change the dialogue and prepare our region for the future. Join or host a conversation today! Upcoming ARC Civic Dinners Sunday, May 6 Sunday, May 20 Monday, May 21 Wednesday, May 23 Thursday, June 7 These dinners don't work for you? Host your own! Other Regional News AJC publishes an editorial and a pair of op-eds from ARC Chairman Kerry Armstrong, and State Rep. Kevin Tanner, recently-passed regional transit legislation. Sue Burgess, Program Manager with Aging & Independence Services, Receives the Dan Hickman Award. The Relationship Between Economic Mobility and Education, Illustrated. Have you signed up yet for The Bite, your monthly low-down on ARC Civic Dinners? It’s the delicious side of community engagement. Upcoming Meetings & Events Friday, May 4 Wednesday, May 9 ARWDB Youth Committee Thursday, May 10 Transportation & Air Quality Committee Aging & Independence Services Committee Community Resources Committee Friday, May 18 Wednesday, May 23 Thursday, May 24 Atlanta Regional Workforce Development Board |