Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC)
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The Atlanta Regional Commission is a regional planning agency for metro Atlanta. It runs services for older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers. It also runs WorkSource Atlanta Regional, which helps job seekers with career help and training. It plans transportation and communities with local governments and helps people find ways to commute.
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What they offer 20
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Aging and Independence Support ServicesService
ARC is the area agency on aging for the region. It offers delivered meals for people who cannot leave home, help with supplies and short-term bills, breaks for caregivers, and care management. It also offers behavioral health coaching.
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Atlanta Regional Food Pantry CalendarService
A calendar tool on Empowerline for people who need food help. ARC's aging services page links to it.
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Community Development Assistance ProgramService
ARC offers planning and technical help to metro Atlanta communities that want to improve their quality of life. A guidebook explains the program and how to apply.
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EmpowerlineService
Empowerline gives information and services for aging, disability, and caregiver needs in metro Atlanta. You can use the website or call the phone line.
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Georgia Commute OptionsProgram
Georgia Commute Options is run by ARC and paid for by the Georgia DOT. It works with employers, commuters, and schools to cut down on people driving alone in metro Atlanta, especially at busy times.
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Georgia Commute SchoolsProgram
A program for teachers and K-12 students that uses STEM classroom activities and year-round promotions. It aims to improve air quality and health.
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HealthMatters WorkshopsProgram
Offers workshops on managing health conditions, preventing falls, supporting caregivers, and aging well.
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Mobility 2055 Public ParticipationProgram
ARC is updating the region's long-range transportation plan, called Mobility 2055. Its project page has planning documents and ways for the public to get involved.
Events 5
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South River Speaks Engagement Festival
Sun, Oct 25 · 1:00–5:00 pm
ARC advertises a South River community engagement festival associated with the South River Watershed Alliance.
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Public comment on the FY 2027-2030 Transportation Improvement Program
Tue, Oct 27
ARC is taking public comment on a new four-year list of federally funded transportation projects. Comments are open from September 28 to October 27, 2026.
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2026 State of the Region — Opportunity Rising
Wed, Nov 4 · 7:00–10:00 am
Brings regional leaders together for ARC's annual address, public-opinion survey results, talks, and regional awards at the Georgia World Congress Center.
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2026 Training for Planning Officials – Fall
Date not announced
A four-part training series on zoning, regional planning, and leadership. It is for planning commissioners, staff, and community leaders. Registration is open.
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ARC Board and committee meetings
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ARC Board and committee meetings are open to the public, and there are regular chances to speak or comment. The site also lists upcoming meetings.
Past events (2)
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Beyond the Box — Creative Community Engagement Webinar
Thu, Oct 8 · 12:00–1:00 pmOnline
ARC's community engagement team shares ways to use arts and culture to include more voices in public planning.
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One2One Telephone Reassurance Volunteer Training
Tue, Oct 6 · 10:00 am–12:00 pmOnline
Online training prepares volunteers for the One2One telephone reassurance program.
Grants
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City of Atlanta E-Bike Rebate Program
ARC, the City of Atlanta, and PropelATL run a rebate program to make e-bike commuting cheaper, with a focus on fairness. You can sign up for email alerts about future application rounds.
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Livable Centers Initiative
ARC gives grants to local governments to plan more walkable communities with more ways to get around. An application guidebook explains the goals and requirements.
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