News Roundup

MARTA has named Rhonda Allen as its first chief customer experience officer and announced the formation of a Riders’ Advisory Council to ensure customers’ voices are heard regarding operations and capital programs. The Riders’ Advisory Council will consist of a group of 25 customers from diverse backgrounds who live or work in one of MARTA’s four jurisdictions. To learn more about the Riders’ Advisory Council and apply, visit www.itsmarta.com/rac.

The Atlanta City Council unanimously approved legislation finalizing the creation of the Office of Inspector General. As part of the legislation, three divisions of the city’s government fall under the Inspector General – ethics, independent procurement review, and compliance.

Gayle Hunter Holloman has been named the new executive director of the Fulton County Library System Holloman, who has served with the system since 1994, most recently served as the library division manager, with responsibility for the daily operations of the 34 library branches.

Georgia’s Own Credit Union announced it will fund a second year of free WiFi at Woodruff Park in Downtown as part of its continued commitment to supporting the park and its goals for the community.

The City of Atlanta has released its first Biennial Report of LGBTQ Affairs, which highlights key policies, programs and initiatives specifically aimed at improving the lives of Atlanta’s LGBTQ residents. Highlights of the report include appointing an LGBTQ affairs community liaison and advisory board; expanding access to PrEP; establishing anti-bullying measures at youth facilities; bolstering financial support to social services; and platforms for the expansion of LGBTQ arts, entertainment and culture. Read the report: atlgbtq.atlantaga.gov/ BiennialReport.pdf.