Thomasville’s City Manager Chris White was recently elected to serve as Chairman of the Electric Cities of Georgia (ECG) Board of Directors. The ECG’s Board of Directors is comprised of nine representatives from the 52-member public power communities within the State of Georgia.
“It is an honor to represent the City of Thomasville as the Chair of the ECG Board of Directors,” said White. “I am honored and humbled to be entrusted by my highly regarded utility professional peers. Together, we will continue our mission of supporting the many significant business practices of our ECG member cities.”
The Electric Cities of Georgia is a non-profit organization providing strategic and technical services to public power member communities with utility operations. Services are designed to maximize utility performance while creating successful communities with economic prosperity and opportunity.
“ECG is built on a foundation of service to its members executed daily by a staff that are the top experts in their respective fields,” said White. “I am proud of our rich history in Georgia’s communities, continually helping to supplement their abilities to compete for business and industry while helping to build desirable places for people to live, work and play.”
“Chris’s election as Chair of the ECG Board of Directors is a testament to the professionalism and exceptional leadership he exhibits on a daily basis as our City Manager,” said Mayor Todd Mobley. “Our City Council is proud of this prestigious appointment, and we are confident that Chris will serve as a distinguished ambassador for our great city as he continues to serve ECG member communities.”
Board candidates are nominated and voted on by ECG Board Members. White will serve a two-year term through December of 2027.