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Georgia Historical Society Dedicates New Historical Marker About W.E.B. Du Bois

On Wednesday, October 16, 2024, the Georgia Historical Society (GHS) unveiled a new historical marker in Atlanta about scholar, professor, editor, and advocate William Edward Burghardt Du Bois (1868-1963). The newest addition to GHS’s Georgia Civil Rights Trail, the marker was dedicated in partnership with The Rich’s Foundation and Morris Brown College.

“The influence of W.E.B. Du Bois on the struggle waged by Black people for equality in America is incalculable,” said GHS President and CEO Dr. W. Todd Groce. “Just as incalculable is the influence of Georgia on Dr. Du Bois. The events he experienced and the people he met while living in our state shaped him and his scholarship, helping America to live up to the promises of liberty contained in our founding documents. This is the first biographical marker in the South about Du Bois, and it is long overdue.”

The W.E.B. Du Bois historical marker joins the GHS Georgia Civil Rights Trail, an initiative that uses Georgia Historical Markers to highlight significant stories about the struggle for civil and human rights from Reconstruction through the late twentieth century. Born shortly after the Civil War, Du Bois became one of the most influential African-American leaders of the first half of the twentieth century, often as a result of his scholarly work and publications.

“We are honored to commemorate the life and legacy of W.E.B. Du Bois with this marker, recognizing his profound contributions to civil rights, education, and social justice,” said The Rich’s Foundation Chair John Montag. “Du Bois’s tireless efforts to advocate for equality and his pursuit of knowledge continue to inspire generations.”

The marker was erected on Morris Brown College campus in Atlanta, at Fountain (Stone) Hall, the site of Du Bois’s former office. Though from Massachusetts, Du Bois lived in Georgia for two extended periods from 1897-1910 and 1934-1944. He came to Georgia having accepted a faculty position at Atlanta University (later Clark Atlanta University), eventually chairing its sociology department. As a result of his experiences and studies, Du Bois wrote some of his most influential work while in Georgia, including The Souls of Black Folk (1903), and Black Reconstruction (1935).

“It is a distinct honor to dedicate a historical marker at Morris Brown College in recognition of W.E.B. Du Bois, one of the most influential thought leaders who advanced the cause of our community,” said Morris Brown College President Dr. Kevin James. “His profound contributions continue to inspire generations, and we are proud to commemorate his legacy at this institution.”

Speakers at the dedication included: Rev. Dr. Herman “Skip” Mason, Jr., Interim President, Interdenominational Theological Center and Senior Pastor, Historic West Mitchell Christian Methodist Episcopal Church; Dr. W. Todd Groce, President and CEO, Georgia Historical Society; Dr. Kevin James, President, Morris Brown College; Dr. Juliet Asher, The Rich’s Foundation; Dr. Rachanice Candy Tate, Art Historian, Curator, and Co-Director, The Legacy Museum at Tuskegee University and Member, Fountain Hall Development Group, LLC; Jeffrey Alan Peck, Sr., CEO, W.E.B. Du Bois Educational Foundation; and Rev. Charles (Chuck) Barlow, Sr., President, The Friends of Fountain Hall and Morris Brown College alumni.

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Goodwyn Mills Cawood Adds Mechanical Engineering With New Hire

Architecture and engineering firm Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC) is proud to announce the expansion of its services to now include mechanical engineering. This strategic addition is marked by the hiring of Rich Jarvis in the firm’s Atlanta office.

GMC is committed to providing innovative and comprehensive solutions to its clients throughout the Southeast, and the addition of mechanical engineering bolsters its offering of in-house multidisciplined services. Mechanical engineering will be housed within the firm’s existing electrical engineering department.

“Adding mechanical engineering has been our goal for quite some time,” said John Averrett, Executive Vice President of Electrical Engineering. “When we talked to Rich, we immediately knew this was the right time, and he was the right choice. We anticipate growing this division to provide mechanical, plumbing and eventually fire protection services to our clients throughout our footprint.”

Jarvis is a seasoned mechanical engineer with a three-decades-long career. He brings a wealth of engineering experience, including HVAC, plumbing and control system design, in addition to multiple years of TAB (testing, adjusting, balancing) and whole-building commissioning. He joins GMC to provide his expertise in creating efficient, maintainable and sustainable building systems and seeks to move the industry far beyond current expectations using innovative and new technologies. 

He is a licensed professional engineer in Georgia, Montana, California, Utah, Idaho, Wyoming and Colorado, along with being a LEED accredited professional. Jarvis will serve as GMC’s Mechanical Engineering Regional Technical Manager in Atlanta and will be joined by engineer-in-training Nace Allen to help grow the team’s capabilities.

The addition of mechanical engineering will greatly enable GMC to continue to serve its clients and communities. While mechanical engineering will primarily be provided in the Atlanta region initially, the firm plans to expand these services throughout its footprint in the near future.

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Verizon Foundation Donates $2 Million Towards Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton Relief Efforts

The Verizon Foundation is stepping up to support communities devastated by Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton with a total of $2 million in donations to aid relief and recovery efforts. The contributions will provide essential support and rebuilding efforts to those who have been devastated by the storms.

 

The donations include $1 million to the American Red Cross to assist with emergency relief and recovery efforts for both Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton.

The remaining $1 million is directed to various regional organizations providing crucial services on the ground in the hardest-hit areas, including $400,000 allocated to organizations in Florida for Hurricane Milton relief and $600,000 to support communities in Georgia and North Carolina affected by Hurricane Helene:

  • $400,000 to Volunteer Florida: Supporting Hurricane relief efforts, these funds will assist organizations providing food, shelter, and recovery resources to those affected by the storm.

  • $600,000 to Georgia and North Carolina: Focused on aiding communities devastated by Hurricane Helene, these contributions will help address immediate needs like food and shelter while also supporting longer-term recovery and rebuilding initiatives. Specifically, these contributions include:

    • $300,000 to NC Hurricane Helene Fund–United Way of North Carolina

    • $50,000 to Second Harvest of South Georgia, Inc., Valdosta, Georgia

    • $50,000 to United Way of Greater Valdosta, Georgia

    • $100,000 to Community Foundation for the CSRA, Augusta, Georgia

    • $100,000 to Weathered But Strong Fund–Georgia Foundation for Agriculture

“We are committed to supporting communities when they need it most, and we are working closely with local organizations to ensure resources reach those who need them urgently,” said Donna Epps, Verizon’s Chief Responsible Business Officer. “In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton, the Verizon Foundation is here to support the American Red Cross and other trusted partners as they provide relief for communities to recover and rebuild.”

 

“The American Red Cross is working around the clock to provide help and hope to people across the country impacted by disasters big and small, including storms and countless other crises,” said Cliff Holtz, president and CEO of the American Red Cross. “We cannot thank Verizon Foundation enough for their generosity as we work together to offer relief and comfort to those in need.”

“On behalf of Volunteer Florida, we are deeply grateful for the Verizon Foundation’s generous $400,000 donation in response to Hurricanes Helene and Milton. This contribution will have an immediate and lasting impact on our communities as they recover and rebuild,” said Volunteer Florida CEO Josie Tamayo. “The generosity of our donors allows us to provide essential resources and support to those in need during these challenging times.”

“We want to express our gratitude to Verizon for the additional contribution of $300,000 to the NC Disaster Relief Fund. Your commitment to supporting our community in times of need makes a profound difference in the lives of those affected by Hurricane Helene,” said President and CEO of United Way of North Carolina, Brittany Pruitt Fletcher. “This generous donation will help provide essential resources and aid to individuals and families working to rebuild their lives. Your dedication to making a positive impact showcases the true spirit of corporate responsibility and compassion. Thank you for standing with us during this challenging time. Together, we are stronger, and your support brings hope and healing to our community.”

“The Greater Valdosta United Way is honored to receive these funds so recovery and healing can happen. It will take communication and connections which Verizon understands for communities to recover. Thank you for stepping up and supporting South Georgia,” said CEO of Greater Valdosta United Way, Michael Smith.

“Second Harvest of South Georgia is grateful for this gift from Verizon. It will help the impacted families of South Georgia following the devastating destruction caused by hurricane Helene,” said President and CEO of Second Harvest of South Georgia Franklin J. Richards II. “Gifts like this truly make a difference in these difficult times and help Second Harvest of South Georgia provide much needed food and resources to all the citizens that were affected by the storm.”

“I’m incredibly thankful to the team at Verizon, not only for their generous donation of $100,000 to the Weathered But Strong Hurricane Relief Fund but also for all their work to get Georgians back online in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene,” said Commissioner of Georgia Department of Agriculture, Tyler Harper. “When disaster hits our state, we need all hands on deck to help our fellow Georgians recover, and this donation will go a long way to help Georgia farm families bounce back stronger than before.”

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Creating Positive Change through Architecture, AI, Extended Reality, & Urban Development at Atlanta’s Creative Futures Conference 2024

The Creative Futures Conference is back for its second year at the Atlanta Design Festival, cementing its reputation as a must-attend event for those at the intersection of design, technology, and social innovation. 

This year’s theme, “Now That You Know, What Will You Do?” challenges attendees to harness the power of human-centered design in addressing the most pressing global issues of our time.

Taking place on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at the Fourth Ward Offices, this full-day event will bring together a distinguished lineup of speakers from diverse sectors including business, academia, nonprofit, and the arts. The conference aims to provoke deep discussions, challenge established norms, and inspire the creation of inclusive cultures.

Atlanta: Southeast Hub for Design Innovation

The Creative Futures Conference is a cornerstone of the Atlanta Design Festival, drawing thought leaders who are pushing the boundaries of what design can achieve. This year’s speakers include heavyweights such as architect Morris Adjmi, FAIA, known for his unique ability to blend modernist principles with a deep respect for historical context, Iris Pan, Lead Designer at Amazon, and Monica Delores Hooks, Chief Experience Officer at The Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs. Each brings a unique perspective on how design can drive radical transformation in areas ranging from urban development to sustainable technology.

The conference will delve into critical topics that explore the future of design and its potential to create positive change. Sessions will cover everything from the role of AI and extended reality in transforming design practices to how architecture can promote justice and human dignity. Highlights include a discussion on Atlanta’s Westside development led by Tabea Fahr and Taylor Coles, and a session on sustainable innovation featuring leaders from Google Cloud and The Lola.

Morris Adjmi (Morris Adjmi Associates) and Jim Irwin (New City Properties) will also present an exclusive look at the Fourth Ward Offices and new FORTH Hotel, a landmark project that embodies the innovative spirit of the festival. The building, which houses a boutique hotel, social club, and restaurants, will be open for a special tour on Sunday, September 29, offering attendees a deeper connection to the event’s host city.

A Catalyst for Change

The Creative Futures Conference is a call to action. As Atlanta continues to rise as a cultural and design hub, this event offers a platform for participants to engage with the ideas and practices that will shape the future. Whether you’re a design professional, an academic, or someone passionate about social innovation, the conference promises to leave you with actionable insights and a renewed sense of purpose.

 
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Smith Hill Capital, ECI Group and InterVest Form $250 Million Multifamily Lending Platform

Smith Hill Capital (“Smith Hill”), ECI Group (“ECI”), and InterVest have launched a $250 million private lending platform to provide financial solutions including first mortgages, mezzanine loans, and preferred equity investments to multifamily owners for refinancing, new construction, and acquisitions. Target loan amounts are expected to range between $15MM and $100MM.  Peter Rotchford, Brett Rosenberg, and Clayton Ross of JLL Capital Markets advised ECI and Smith Hill on arranging the lending platform.

ECI CEO Seth Greenberg emphasized the potential of the partnership for the debt platform, saying, “ECI is excited to partner with Smith Hill and InterVest to provide institutional quality multifamily owners and operators with critical funds for refinancings, new development, construction, and acquisitions.” Greenberg continued, “This platform broadens ECI’s capabilities, allowing us to own, develop, manage, and provide tailored financial solutions in the multifamily space. We are prepared to move quickly to put our debt platform to work and have already begun to target deals.” The company and its partners will initially target deals in its current footprint in the Southeast U.S. and Texas but, as the strategy grows, expand to additional regions within the United States.

Smith Hill Managing Principal, Brendan McCormick, said, “Smith Hill is excited to partner with ECI, one of the most respected and experienced multifamily owners and operators in the country, and InterVest, a premier investment manager within the real estate and structured credit space. We believe that there is a large opportunity to serve as a capital solutions provider in the multifamily space and look forward to leveraging the collective expertise of our platform to provide innovative financing solutions.”

InterVest SVP, Rob Rothschild, commented, “InterVest is excited to partner with ECI and Smith Hill to provide institutional investors with the capital needed to accelerate growth in the multifamily sector. Our focus on structuring tailored debt and equity solutions aligns with the growing demand for both development capital and refinancing.”

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UGA: Breakthrough Technology May Lead to Higher Crop Yields and More Resilient Plants

Researchers at the University of Georgia have identified a promising approach to addressing a longstanding challenge for plant geneticists: balancing disease resistance and growth in plants.

The breakthrough could help protect plants from disease in the future while also promoting higher biomass yields to support sustainable food supplies for both humans and animals, production of biofuels and lumber, and more, according to the new study.

“Combating pathogens has been a top challenge in agriculture,” said C.J. Tsai, corresponding author of the study and a professor in UGA’s Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources and Franklin College of Arts and Sciences. “Solutions that balance disease resistance and growth are much needed, especially with the ever-increasing disease pressure due to climate change.”

New technology may enable farmers to keep plants safe from pests while not compromising growth

This discovery could have significant implications for crop productivity.

Salicylic acid is a well-known plant hormone that plays a vital role in enhancing disease resistance and tolerating stressors like extreme temperatures. Salicylic acid-based strategies have long been known to enhance resistance to pests and pathogens, but practical applications were hindered by the reduction in yield.

This study offers a method to separate growth suppression from the defense response, opening the door to use both salicylic acid and cold-regulated genes in agriculture without compromising crop success.

The team is already expanding its research by testing the approach on other crops like alfalfa, the “queen of forages.” The researchers will test the plant’s ability to grow with limited water and nutrient supply. If successful, the technology promises to generate climate-resilient crops.

This work, published in Plant Cell, was partially supported by the Georgia Research Alliance, the National Science Foundation and the National Institute of Food and Agriculture. Co-authors on the paper include María Ortega, Rhodesia Celoy, Francisco Chacon, Yinan Yuan, Liang-Jiao Xue, Saurabh Pandey, MaKenzie Drowns and Brian Kvitko.

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USDA Assists Georgia Residents Impacted by Hurricane Helene

Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) approved the Georgia Department of Human Services request to issue automatic mass replacements for the residents that suffered food losses as a result of Hurricane Helene starting on September 26, 2024, in the following counties: Appling, Atkinson, Bacon, Ben Hill, Berrien, Bleckley, Brantley, Brooks, Bryan, Bulloch, Burke, Camden, Candler, Charlton, Chatham, Clinch, Coffee, Colquitt, Columbia, Cook, Dodge, Echols, Effingham, Elbert, Emanuel, Evans, Glascock, Glynn, Hancock, Irwin, Jeff Davis, Jefferson, Jenkins, Johnson, Lanier, Laurens, Liberty, Lincoln, Long, Lowndes, McDuffie, McIntosh, Montgomery, Pierce, Rabun, Richmond, Screven, Stephens, Taliaferro, Tattnall, Telfair, Tift, Toombs, Treutlen, Ware, Warren, Washington, Wayne, Wheeler, Wilcox, and Wilkes.  

FNS is also authorizing the mass replacement of 75 percent of regular SNAP benefits for households that were issued in the calendar month prior to September 26, 2024, in the following 58 counties: Appling, Atkinson, Bacon, Ben Hill, Berrien, Bleckley, Brantley, Bryan, Bulloch, Burke, Camden, Candler, Charlton, Chatham, Clinch, Coffee, Colquitt, Columbia, Dodge, Echols, Effingham, Elbert, Emanuel, Evans, Glascock, Glynn, Hancock, Irwin, Jeff Davis, Jefferson, Jenkins, Johnson, Lanier, Laurens, Liberty, Lincoln, Long, Lowndes, McDuffie, McIntosh, Montgomery, Pierce, Rabun, Richmond, Stephens, Taliaferro, Tattnall, Telfair, Tift, Toombs, Treutlen, Ware, Warren, Washington, Wayne, Wheeler, Wilcox, and Wilkes counties.

USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service works to end hunger and improve food and nutrition security through a suite of 16 nutrition assistance programs, such as the school breakfast and lunch programs, WIC and SNAP. Together, these programs serve 1 in 4 Americans over the course of a year, promoting consistent and equitable access to healthy, safe, and affordable food essential to optimal health and well-being. FNS also provides science-based nutrition recommendations through the co-development of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. FNS’s report, “Leveraging the White House Conference to Promote and Elevate Nutrition Security: The Role of the USDA Food and Nutrition Service,” highlights ways the agency will support the Biden-Harris Administration’s National Strategy, released in conjunction with the historic White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health in September 2022. To learn more about FNS, visit www.fns.usda.gov and follow @USDANutrition.

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Samsung and AMI Partner for PC Firmware Security

AMI®, the global leader in Dynamic Firmware for worldwide computing has partnered with Samsung Electronics, the global leader in consumer technology, to create an enhanced joint security solution available in Samsung’s Galaxy Book PCs. Alongside Samsung’s multi-layer security platform Samsung Knox, AMI’s Tektagon™, the industry-leading Platform Root of Trust firmware security solution, is now integrated into Samsung PCs including the Galaxy Book5 Pro 360, Galaxy Book4 Pro, Galaxy Book4 Pro 360, and Galaxy Book4 Ultra. 

Through this collaborative partnership, AMI’s Tektagon seamlessly integrates with Samsung Knox to ensure that confidential and sensitive data stays safe at every layer of the device through real-time threat detection and collaborative protection, while providing the highest level of security against firmware-injected malware to help prevent ransomware and denial of service attacks.

“As a leading supplier of endpoint technology to global government and commercial industries, Samsung is committed to securing its platforms at all levels,” said Dr. Hark-Sang Kim, EVP & Head of New Computing R&D Team, Mobile eXperience Business at Samsung Electronics.

“Integrating AMI’s Tektagon solution into our latest Galaxy Books provides powerful and comprehensive protection at the platform’s foundation.”

The Samsung Knox platform leverages the motherboard’s existing embedded processor to provide a hardware-backed secure platform, which includes AMI’s Tektagon security technology. Thanks to AMI’s leading capabilities as a firmware provider, the need for additional components is reduced while hardware-rooted security is still seamlessly delivered.

“AMI is extremely proud of our work integrating our Tektagon Platform Root of Trust solution into the Samsung Galaxy Book4 series notebooks,” said Stefano Righi, Senior Vice President of the AMI Global Software and Security Group.  “Together Samsung and AMI are helping to reduce the cyber threat landscape, securing business endpoints around the world from malicious attacks.”

The Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360, Galaxy Book4 Pro, Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 and Galaxy Book4 Ultra with AMI Tektagon, Platform Root of Trust are available today and can be ordered directly from Samsung.

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Nan Thai Buckhead Opens October 18th

Nan Thai Buckhead, the latest chapter of pioneering Atlanta restaurateurs Nan and the late Charlie Niyomkul’s fine dining dynasty, will debut on Friday, Oct. 18. For fans of the original Nan Thai in Midtown, the new restaurant at 3050 Peachtree Road is a nod to family tradition with a firm eye on the future.

As Nan Thai Buckhead owner and executive chef, the couple’s daughter DeeDee Niyomkul has transformed her popular Chai Yo Modern Thai into a warm, inviting space filled with Thai silks and exotic wood from Thailand but with a modern touch and a gorgeous private dining room. The new restaurant allows the mother-and-daughter chefs to integrate Chef Nan’s traditional approach with Chef DeeDee’s modern sensibilities to create a fresh dining experience in Buckhead.

DeeDee grew up working at her parents’ famous Manhattan restaurant in New York. When the family moved to Atlanta, she hosted and served at the family’s original Tamarind location on 14th Street when it debuted to citywide acclaim in 1998. After learning nearly every position in her family’s restaurants, DeeDee worked her way up from the front of the house and operations to become executive chef at Nan Thai Fine Dining. Before opening Chai Yo Modern Thai in 2018, DeeDee created Midtown’s popular Tuk Tuk Thai Food Loft in 2009, inspired by her grandmother’s Thai street food.

“This is my updated version of Nan with some of my mom’s signature dishes, without the white tablecloths,” explains DeeDee. “Nan in Midtown is more of my parents’ personality. With Nan Thai Buckhead, we’re creating the best of both worlds, incorporating my twists and personality and what I’ve learned on my travels sampling food from around the world.”

Among the highlights of the inaugural Nan Thai Buckhead menu are:

Starters

  • Tom kha, a soup with lobster tail morsels, coconut meat, coconut milk, lemongrass, galangal, and mushroom medley that DeeDee first debuted on the Food Network’s “Beat Bobby Flay”

  • Mushroom wonton soup ravioli with shitake, chives, shallots, garlic, cilantro, and vegetable consommé

  • Golden pouches with crispy chicken, shrimp, and shiitake mushroom dumplings

  • Octopus lemongrass salad with kaffir lime, roasted chili paste, shallot, mint, and Thai dressing

  • Nan’s signature crispy calamari with three-flavor chili sauce

Chef’s selections

  • Nan’s signature filet of whole red snapper with savory three-flavor chili sauce, fried okra, and eggplant

  • Tamarind signature kai Siam with crispy chicken, mushroom, cashew, red bell pepper, onion, celery, and Thai pineapple chili sauce

  • Nan’s signature lamb shank hung lay with braised lamb, ginger, onions, potatoes, and jasmine rice

  • Wagyu beef cheeks with panang curry, green beans, and red bell peppers

  • Scallop linguine with Thai basil cream sauce, garlic, Thai chili, onion, bell pepper, and linguine

  • Khao mok ped with slow-cooked duck leg with coriander, turmeric, fried shallots, and cilantro mint garlic sauce

Overseeing Nan Thai Buckhead and its handcrafted cocktail bar program, Linda Boualavong has created a fresh fall line of cocktails for patrons to toast the restaurant’s arrival. “It’s fun to work with ingredients like Thai basil, lemongrass, and pandan for craft cocktails that pair perfectly with DeeDee’s food,” says Boualavong. Nan Thai Buckhead will also feature an enhanced wine list.

The fall cocktail menu includes:

  • The Siam Sour with gin, basil, lemongrass, citrus and egg white

  • Passion on the Mekhong, a mix of Haku vodka, jasmine tea syrup, passionfruit, citrus and egg white

  • The Forbidden Fruit with 400 Conejos mezcal, tamarind, cardamom syrup, and chili-lime bitters

  • The Dirty Luk features bourbon, pear nectar, lemon, and honey-ginger syrup

With an eye for design, DeeDee has also overseen an interior refresh of the space with new Thai art and a private dining room with a chef’s table accented with a crystal pendant chandelier. DeeDee says she’s looking forward to introducing each course to diners this fall. “I consider the chef’s table to be my canvas where I want to create a new work of art for guests each evening.”

Nan Thai Buckhead is at 3050 Peachtree Road, Suite 8, Atlanta, 30305. Lunch is served Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Dinner is served Monday through Thursday from 5 to 10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 5 to 11 p.m. The restaurant is closed on Sundays. Reservations are available on OpenTable or by calling 404-464-7980.

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September Tax Revenues Down 2.8%

The State of Georgia’s net tax collections during the month of September approached $3.21 billion, for a decrease of $91.2 million, or 2.8%, compared to FY 2024 when net tax collections totaled almost $3.3 billion for the month. Year to date, net tax revenue collections totaled roughly $8.11 billion, for an increase of $29.5 million, or 0.4%, compared to September 2023 when net tax collections approached $8.08 billion.

The changes within the following tax categories account for September’s overall net tax revenue decrease:

Individual Income Tax: Individual Income Tax collections during the month totaled nearly $1.44 billion, up from a total of almost $1.39 billion in fiscal year 2024, for an increase of $50.2 million or 3.6%.

The following notable components within Individual Income Tax combine for the net increase:

  • Individual Income Tax refunds issued (net of voided checks) decreased by $35.4 million or 27.9%

  • Income Tax Withholding payments for September decreased by $4.1 million, or 0.3%, from FY 2024

  • Individual Income Tax Estimated payments increased by $19.5 million, or 12%, over FY 2024

  • All other Individual Tax categories, including Tax Return payments, were down a combined $0.6 million

Sales and Use Tax: Gross Sales and Use Tax collections for September totaled roughly $1.55 billion, which was an increase of $36 million, or 2.4%, over FY 2024. Net Sales and Use Tax decreased by $52.5 million, or 6.4%, compared to September 2023 when net Sales Tax revenue totaled $820.2 million. The adjusted Sales Tax distribution to local governments totaled $773.7 million, which was an increase of $91.4 million, or 13.4%, from last year’s adjusted distribution total of $682.3 million. Sales Tax refunds decreased by roughly $2.9 million compared to FY 2024.

Corporate Income Tax: Corporate Income Tax collections for September decreased by nearly $90 million, or 13.1%, compared to last year, when net Corporate Tax revenues totaled $687.5 million.

The following notable components within Corporate Income Tax make up the net decrease:

  • Corporate Income Tax refunds issued (net of voids) were up $29.7 million compared to September 2023

  • Corporate Income Tax Estimated payments decreased by $47.2 million, or 10.9%, from FY 2024

  • All other Corporate Tax payments, including Corporate Return payments, were down a combined $13.1 million

Motor Fuel Taxes: Motor Fuel Tax collections for the month increased by $6.7 million, or 3.5%, compared to FY 2024 when motor fuel tax collections totaled $193.4 million.

Motor Vehicle – Tag & Title Fees: Motor Vehicle Tag & Title Fee collections for September rose by $0.2 million, or 0.7%, while Title ad Valorem Tax (TAVT) collections decreased by $2.6 million, or 3.2%, from FY 2024.