AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoTransit Safety Update: MARTA says crime is down and safety spending is up after a federal audit into assaults on transit workers, reporting a 45% drop in Part 1 crimes since 2020 and adding sworn police staffing (268 now, up from 230 in 2025). Wildlife & Disease: Devastating H5 bird flu findings from Australia’s Heard and McDonald Islands estimate about 13,359 southern elephant seal pups died out of ~17,364 (76%), with up to 97% mortality in one area, and virus detected in multiple seabird and seal species. Climate Risk & Infrastructure: A new analysis says nearly 80% of global data center capacity faces heightened climate hazards like flooding, wildfires, and extreme heat—raising reliability and operating-cost concerns. Outdoor Safety: Georgia DNR urges people to be BearWise—pack out trash and food scraps, keep dogs leashed, and store food properly to prevent wildlife conflicts. Local Growth: Statesboro approved rezoning for a mixed-use Tillman Road project near Georgia Southern, potentially adding a hotel, conference center, brewery, retail, housing, offices, and parking.
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