One Douglas Summit Brings Local Leaders Together

Published on June 22, 2026

On June 11, leaders from across Douglas County gathered at the Douglas County School System Central Office for the inaugural One Douglas Summit, a first-of-its-kind gathering bringing together representatives from the Douglas County School System, Douglas County Government, the City of Douglasville, and the City of Villa Rica.

Hosted by Superintendent Dr. Trent North and the Douglas County School System, the day-long meeting was held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and provided an opportunity for elected officials and senior leadership from each organization to share upcoming projects, discuss strategic priorities, and identify opportunities for collaboration across the community.

The meeting marks the launch of the One Douglas Summit, a new partnership designed to strengthen communication, coordination, and cooperation among the governmental and educational organizations serving Douglas County.

Among those in attendance were City of Douglasville Mayor Rochelle Robinson and members of the Douglasville City Council; Douglas County Chairwoman Dr. Romona Jackson Jones; Villa Rica Mayor Leslie McPherson and representatives of the City of Villa Rica; Superintendent Dr. Trent North and members of the Douglas County Board of Education.

"I left the One Douglas Summit energized about the future of Douglas County," said Superintendent Dr. Trent North. "Anytime local organizations come together to work smarter, taxpayers win. We made a real first step toward eliminating redundancies in service, and that will benefit every resident in Douglas County."

Throughout the day, participants engaged in discussions focused on education, economic development, infrastructure, public services, recreation, community growth, and other initiatives that impact residents throughout Douglas County. Each organization provided updates on current projects and future plans while exploring opportunities to work together in ways that enhance services and improve quality of life for residents.

"Our goal is not to duplicate services for our residents," said Douglasville City Manager Marcia Frazier. "Through cooperation and collaboration, we can better serve our constituents, maximize resources, and provide a wider range of services and opportunities throughout Douglas County."

The collaborative meeting also provided an opportunity to strengthen relationships among local leaders and establish a framework for ongoing communication between organizations that collectively serve thousands of residents, students, businesses, and families throughout Douglas County.

Participants expressed a shared commitment to working together to address challenges, leverage resources, and identify opportunities that benefit the entire community. Leaders agreed that while each entity maintains its own responsibilities and priorities, stronger communication and collaboration can help create better outcomes for residents across the county.

The One Douglas Summit is intended to become an annual gathering of the full governing bodies. Participants also discussed the possibility of quarterly meetings among key personnel throughout the year to maintain communication, coordinate initiatives, and strengthen partnerships between the cities, county government, and school system.

"Douglasville and Douglas County are strongest when we work together," said Mayor Rochelle Robinson. "The challenges and opportunities facing our community do not stop at city limits or organizational boundaries. By bringing our local governments and school system together around a shared vision, we can better serve our residents, strengthen our community, and continue building a brighter future for everyone who calls Douglas County home."

The One Douglas Summit represents a shared commitment to fostering cooperation, encouraging innovation, and building stronger partnerships that will benefit Douglas County for years to come.