ROCKDALE COUNTY PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Release April 16, 2025
Chair JaNice Van Ness to Deliver Inaugural State of the County Address Focused on Rockdale’s Future
ROCKDALE COUNTY, Ga. – On Wednesday, April 23 at 9 a.m., Rockdale County residents, business leaders, and community stakeholders are invited to attend the 2025 State of the County Address, to be delivered by Chair JaNice Van Ness at the Rockdale County Auditorium, 903 Main Street, Conyers, GA 30012.
Chair Van Ness will outline her administration’s vision and strategic priorities for the year ahead, with a focus on core issues that impact every corner of Rockdale County—including transportation, infrastructure, economic development, and sustainability. The address will provide updates on administrative operations, ongoing projects, and new initiatives aimed at strengthening the County’s economic vitality, improving public services, and enhancing the quality of life for residents. “It’s essential that we preserve the rich resources and heritage of Rockdale County while embracing changes that build upon our foundation and lead us to an even better County,” said Chair Van Ness.
Key highlights of the address are expected to include updates on transportation improvements, small business support efforts, long-term planning initiatives, and intergovernmental partnerships.
Chair JaNice Van Ness was sworn in on December 15, 2024, becoming Rockdale County’s first female chair of the Board of Commissioners. She previously served as a Georgia State Senator for District 43 and held the position of Rockdale County Commissioner for eight years.
Hosted in partnership with The Council for Quality Growth, the event is free and open to the public with no ticket required.
For more information, please contact the Department of Public Relations at (770) 278- 7050 or email publicrelations@rockdale26.soliademo.com.
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