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East Point council adopts standard onboarding program, sets inaugural session by April 1
Summary
Council adopted a resolution to standardize onboarding/orientation for newly elected officials, requiring the program within 60 days of new terms and directing the inaugural 2026 onboarding be held by April 1; the measure authorizes the city manager to allocate funds subject to budget rules.
The East Point City Council voted Jan. 20 to adopt a resolution creating a standardized onboarding and orientation program for newly elected officials, with a timing requirement and a budget-direction clause.
Councilwoman Starr Cummings, who sponsored the proposal, said the program is intended to provide “continuity, clarity and collaboration” and to preserve institutional knowledge. "Structured onboarding and continuing education are recognized best practices that strengthen governance,…
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