Mayor Connie Alsobrook joined the gathering of Georgia's political and business elite at the Eggs and Issues Breakfast, a pivotal event hosted at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium by the Georgia Chamber of Commerce on January 14. The breakfast, a tradition for state and local leaders to hash out plans and priorities for their communities, saw Governor Brian Kemp spotlighting a broad array of topics—from workforce development to homelessness initiatives and affordability concerns—acknowledging the economic and societal challenges facing the state.
The convening was as much about breaking bread as it was about breaking barriers between levels of government, fostering a collaborative atmosphere where elected officials and community partners could interface with state leadership, strengthen relationships, and have a frank exchange on the direction of Georgia's cities and Mayor Alsobrook, representing Conyers, made sure her city's voice was heard, engaging in discourse on a slate of local priorities such as economic expansion, meeting infrastructure needs, and ensuring sustainable development for the long haul.
In a statement obtained by the City of Conyers official website, Mayor Alsobrook expressed her appreciation for the opportunity, stating, "Events like the Eggs and Issues Breakfast allow us to meet directly with state leaders and ensure the needs of our community are part of the conversation." She acknowledged the value of Kemp's input at the event and welcomed the chance to work together on matters pivotal to Conyers and other Georgian cities.
During her participation, Mayor Alsobrook's dialogue with fellow attendees underscored the importance of local initiatives and the critical role state collaboration plays, noting, “We appreciate Governor Kemp’s remarks at Eggs and Issues, his leadership, and the opportunity to collaborate on issues that support Conyers and cities across Georgia,” further emphasizing the Eggs and Issues Breakfast as a bedrock for policy discussion and networking amongst Georgia's lawmakers and movers, intent on charting a course for the state's prosperity, According to City of Conyers official website.
