GEFA Newsletter | June 2024

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Communities receive financing for environmental infrastructure projects

The GEFA board of directors awarded $74.5 million to 13 Georgia communities for water, wastewater, and sewer projects during the May board meeting. Read more

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Communities awarded $1.3 million in loan funding for lead service line inventory and replacement projects

The GEFA board of directors awarded $1.3 million in loan funding for lead service line inventory and replacement projects during the May board meeting. Read more

GEFA's Mini Grant Pilot Program Survey

The State Energy Program is looking to provide funding through a mini grant program. These grants can be used for various projects to help lower energy usage, reduce emissions, and promote energy efficiency. Please complete this survey to provide feedback and guidance on programs you would be interested in seeing GEFA fund.

The 2024 CWSRF and DWSRF Intended Use Plans and the 2025 Georgia Fund comprehensive list are now available

The 2024 CWSRF and DWSRF Intended Use Plans (IUP) and the 2025 Georgia Fund comprehensive list are now available at gefa.georgia.gov/intended-use-plans.

Lead Service Line Replacement Call for Projects will open on July 9, 2024

GEFA will open the federal fiscal year 2024 DWSRF Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) Lead Service Line Replacement call for projects on Tuesday, July 9, 2024. Pre-applications will be accepted until Friday, December 31, 2024. Read more

GEFA staff announcements

GEFA welcomed two new staff members:


  • Andrew Briscoe, water resources project manager
  • Andrew Elkins, water resources project manager


GEFA has nothing but well wishes for Brian Woodham who recently accepted a new opportunity for him and his family.

Staff highlight: Brett Daise

Q: How long have you worked for GEFA?

A: I have worked at GEFA for the past six months.


Q: What do you do for GEFA?

A: I am GEFA's external affairs specialist.


Q: Where did you grow up?

A: I grew up in Cumming, Georgia.


Q: Where did you go to school?

A: I went to South Forsyth High School and then went to Georgia College and State University.


Q: Are you a sports fan? If so, which team(s) do you pull for?

A: Yes, I have been a fan of Kansas City sports my whole life. I pull for the Chiefs, the Royals, and the University of Kansas Jayhawks.


Q: What is your favorite movie?

A: My favorite movie is Jurassic Park.


Q: If you could go anywhere in the world, where would it be?

A: Australia or Italy.


Q: What would we most likely find you doing on the weekends? 

A: On the weekends you can find me golfing or out on Lake Lanier.


Q: If you could meet anyone, living or dead, would would it be and why?

A: I would love to meet Steve Irwin. He was my hero growing up, and he is one of the coolest humans who ever lived.


Q: What is one item that you can't leave home without?

A: My watch.


Q: What is the best advice that you’ve been given? Who/where was it from? 

A: "Don't ever say the words, that's not my job. You should be able to accomplish any job no matter how big or small it may seem to you."

GEFA Around Georgia

GEFA will be exhibiting at the following conferences in 2024. Visit us at one of the events below.


  • Georgia Association of Water Professionals Annual Conference and Expo: Savannah, July 14-17
  • Georgia Rural Water Association Fall Conference: Helen, Oct. 28-30
  • Georgia Association of Regional Commissions Annual Training Conference: St. Simons Island, Nov.6-8
  • Biennial Institute for Georgia Legislators: Athens, Dec. 8-10
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