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APRIL 17, 2019

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Spring Meetings Next Week: April 23, 24 & 25
Held in conjunction with CBA’s Spring Regional Luncheon, the Bankers Only Peer Group Meeting at 10:00 am will also include an educational session on CBA’s Priority Bill SB 157. We will discuss what the specifics of the law are, what this bill means for your institution, what the next steps are for implementation, and answer any questions you may have.
 
NEW TIME: This informative session of the Peer Group Meeting will begin at 10:00 am at each location and is expected to run until 11:15 am, when registration and networking will begin as normal.  
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SHAZAM
Johnston, IA
Join CBA and Other Peers at the Spring Luncheons!
“Robbery: Prepare, Respond, Recover”
Nothing is more important than the safety of you, your employees and your customers. Robbery is a violent crime that has and will continue to victimize financial institutions across our great nation. SHAZAM’s Senior Robbery and Crisis Management Consultant, Mike Burke, brings 30 years of experience in investigations and training to financial institutions that want to prepare, respond and recover from these crimes. This 45-minute session will identify procedures to better prepare your institution, equip you with response tactics and expose you to the recovery process. The presentation covers deterrence trends, surveillance best practices and law enforcement partnerships. Individuals attending will gain an understanding of how to close the loop for preparing, responding and recovering for a robbery program at their institution.
 
To learn more about the Spring Regional Luncheons & Golf Tournaments, click here.


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Advocacy FIRST: OCC to Modernize Regulations Putting GA Communities First 
In February 2018, the Comptroller of the Currency Joseph Otting shared his view of the federal banking system in a Q&A with CBA of Georgia. Today, a number of initiatives noted in that Q&A are taking shape, including modernizing regulations of the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA), updating the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), and supporting Georgia community banks through the OCC’s Office of Innovation.

The effort to modernize CRA regulations is one of the most discussed in our industry. The OCC began the initiative by seeking comment from stakeholders on how to better achieve the statute’s original purpose, encourage increased lending and investment where it is needed most, and reduce the burden of reporting and evaluating CRA performance. Most supported changing CRA to make the process more objective and transparent and to preserve CRA activity that helps meet the needs of low- and moderate-income people and geographies. Read the full article from the OCC.
 


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Cannabis-Banking Bill Introduced in Senate
Legislation to establish a cannabis-banking safe harbor was introduced in the Senate after companion legislation passed out of a House committee last month. The bipartisan Secure and Fair Enforcement Banking Act (S. 1200) was introduced in the Senate by Sens. Cory Gardner (R-Colo.) and Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) with 20 additional original co-sponsors. Like its House companion, which advanced on a 45-15 committee vote on March 28, the bill would establish a cannabis-banking safe harbor for financial institutions and ancillary companies that serve cannabis-related businesses in states where cannabis is legal.
 
Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin last week encouraged Congress to find a bipartisan solution to conflicting state and federal laws on cannabis regulation, noting that the IRS has built rooms to hold cash from cannabis-related businesses because they are forced to operate on a cash basis. View the hearing.


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USDA Announces Higher Loan Limits Under Farm Bill
The USDA announced higher limits for the department’s direct and guaranteed farm loans under the 2018 farm bill. Raising limits for USDA guaranteed farm loans was significant during the debate over the farm bill, which raised guaranteed farm loan limits to $1.75 million, indexed to inflation. The department also released an update on implementation of the farm bill following its enactment on December 20, 2018. The update provides a title-by-title breakdown of implementation of the law, including policies on commodities, conservation, trade, and credit. Read more about  loan limits. View update on implementation.


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OCC Revises Interagency Examination Procedures for HMDA Compliance
​The OCC has recently issued a bulletin to inform national banks, federal savings associations, and federal branches and agencies about revised interagency examination procedures for determining compliance with the Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA). The examination procedures reflect recent amendments to the HMDA rule (Regulation C) as well as the Interpretive and Procedural Rule (2018 rule) to implement and clarify requirements of section 104(a) of the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act, which added partial exemptions from HMDA for certain covered institutions. Read more from the OCC.


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Cotton Market Improves But Future Unknown as Planting Approaches
The cotton market has made recent improvement, however the March 30th Prospective Plantings report added more uncertainty on the market. While there is always uncertainty surrounding the March number, last month’s Prospective Planting estimate was 13.78 million acres. This compares to an earlier National Cotton Council estimate of 14.45 million acres and most industry estimates of over 14 million. The first USDA estimate of acres actually planted is released at the end of June. The June estimate has been higher than the March number in 2 of the last 3 year. Actual acres planted has been higher than the March number and the June estimate for each of the last 3 years. Read the full article.


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April is Community Banking Month!
​Don't forget to take advantage of CBA's marketing materials promoting Community Banking Month. Join all the community banks across Georgia that are recognizing the unique spirit that makes community banks the foundation of their communities. Click here for FREE resources from CBA, including press releases, website banner ads, ideas to celebrate, and much more! Share with us your Community Banking Month celebrations: use the hashtags #BankLocalGA, #GoLocal, or #ILoveMyCommunityBank, and tag us on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.


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Is Your Branch Ready to Lead Five Generations of Employees?
We invite you to consider sending universal/personal bankers, assistant branch managers and branch managers to develop their skills to lead effectively in their branch. After attending Session I of the Branch Management Workshop, Katrina Hall from The Heritage Bank in Darien stated, “I have absolutely loved this course.  I feel like I learned so much and it was enjoyable.  I want to say thank you for providing this class.  Not only did I learn a lot, but with the material and the contacts I made, I feel that I will always have something or someone to reference if I need help.”

Hear more from The Heritage Bank in this video testimonial of five branch managers' experience at CBA's Branch Management Series:


​Invest in your staff by giving them a chance to earn a Branch Management Certification for all four sessions, or select the best workshop for your ongoing development. Learn more and register.

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Capital Summit Features Night at the Museum
With the 2019 ICBA Capital Summit fast approaching, ICBA has confirmed the location for the Tuesday dinner—the National Museum of American History. After spending the day advocating on Capitol Hill, community bankers from across the country will gather to celebrate the nation’s history in true D.C. fashion.
 
Scheduled for April 28-May 1 in the nation’s capital, the ICBA Capital Summit will feature grassroots meetings with members of Congress and remarks from policymakers such as FDIC Chairman Jelena McWilliams and Senate Banking Committee Chairman Mike Crapo (R-Idaho). Registration for the summit closes this Friday, April 19. Learn more and register.


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Environmental Due Diligence: A Practical Guide For Lenders
CBA Webinar | TOMORROW: Thursday, April 18, 2019  | 10:00 am
$59 for CBA Members | Presented by Point to Point Environmental
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This presentation will begin with an introduction to environmental due diligence and why lenders should be informed, including referencing the regulatory requirements and guidelines, before outlining specific statutes, mechanisms and standard operating procedures. Lenders are provided with practical applications for evaluating when environmental due diligence may be necessary and a guide for selecting the scope and depth of an appropriate inquiry. An overview of developing an effective environmental policy for community banks is followed by case studies and examples of actual property and real word applications. Register today.


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Rural Broadband Forum: Expanding Broadband Opportunities
Tuesday, April 30, 2019 | 10:00 a.m - 2:30 p.m. | Tifton

The OCC, FDIC, FRB Atlanta and USDA are co-sponsoring a Rural Broadband Forum at the University of Georgia, Tifton Campus. The meeting will cover the national and state overview of Broadband, USDA programs and other resources, and the important role banks and federal savings associations can play in helping rural communities gain reliable, high-speed internet access through broadband networks to improve job, educational, and other opportunities. There will also be discussions on opportunities for bank financing of Broadband initiatives as well as the CRA and regulatory considerations of certain broadband development activities. Complimentary lunch will be served and free parking is available onsite. There’s no cost to attend but registration is required. Click here to learn more. Register here.


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How to Deal with Difficult People
CBA Webinar | Tuesday, May 6, 2019  | 2:00 p.m.
$59 for CBA Members | Presented by The James Paul Group
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Difficult people. It seems like they are everywhere, aren’t they? In traffic. In the grocery store. At the ballgame. Yet, for some reason we are often surprised and dismayed that they are also located in the cubicle next door and in the office down the hall. If you work with people, you will eventually work with difficult people. However, difficult doesn’t necessarily mean bad. Sometimes, difficult just translates to different. If you are struggling to lead a challenging team mate or work with a not-so-accommodating colleague, you will not want to miss this webinar. After this session, attendees can expect to: 
  • Learn how to understand difficult colleagues
  • Minimize frustrations and conflict
  • Work with difficult people rather than against them
Click here to register and learn more about this webinar.


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Heritage Bank Featured in Independent Banker Magazine
To celebrate Community Banking Month, Independent Banker magazine featured five community banks from across the country that are making a big impact. Heritage Bank, McDonough, was one of the five and was selected for their Heritage Community Foundation. According to CEO Leonard Moreland, the foundation has provided grants to more than 100 nonprofits in the three counties the bank serves since the foundation was started in 2015, another example of how community banks operate with a mission of serving their customers and supporting their communities.  To read the entire article, click here.


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Queensborough National Bank & Trust Donates to Blue Chip Program
Queensborough National Bank & Trust Co., Louisville, recently presented the Blue Chip Program $2,500 for repairs for their mission. The Blue Chip Program is a nonprofit organization that helps in the recovery of alcohol and drug addiction. They provide housing and counseling throughout the recovery process.


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FMB Celebrates Civil Service Recognition Week
Last week, Farmers & Merchants Bank, Eatonton, celebrated Civil Service Recognition Week by showing appreciation to local police departments, sheriff's departments, fire stations and emergency medical services. The bank brought breakfast to the Putnam County EMS and Fire Rescue, Putnam County Fire Department, Eatonton Police Department, Eatonton Fire Department, and Putnam County Sheriff's Office.


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First Port City Bank Supports Oak House Children's Advocacy Center
As part of Child Abuse Prevention Month, First Port City Bank, Bainbridge, recently presented a donation to The Oak House Children's Advocacy Center, a non profit organization aiding victims of child abuse, including medical advocacy, legal advocacy, 24/7 crisis line response, community awareness, and referrals.


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Citizens Bank of Laurens County Student Council Visits State Government
The Student Advisory Council from Citizens Bank of Laurens County, Dubin, recently made a trip to Atlanta and visited the Georgia Chamber of Commerce and the Georgia State Capitol. Students observed Georgia's government in action at the Capitol and then learn about job opportunities in our state from Chris Clark at the Georgia Chamber.


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Community Bank of Dublin-Laurens County Feeds ​Special Olympics
Community Bank of Dublin-Laurens County recently served lunch at the Special Olympics hosted at East Laurens High School last week.


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FNBCC Hosts Class for Teach Children to Save Day
For Teach Children to Save Day, Friday, April 12th, First National Bank of Coffee County, Douglas, hosted a class to teach children the tools to develop savings habits to save for bright futures.


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Liberty First Bank Teaches Students with Rep. Jody Hice
Liberty First Bank
, Monroe, recently visited a local school to teach about the role of bankers in the community and why it’s important to save money. The bank was also joined by Congressman Jody Hice to help teach students.


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​Sonny Deriso Featured on Atlanta CEO
Sonny Deriso, Chairman of Atlantic Capital Bank, Atlanta, was recently interviewed by Atlanta CEO to talk about the history of the bank and the many services they offer to the region. Watch the interview.


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STS Group Named Top Partner By DMP
CBA Endorsed Member Company STS Group was recently named Top Partner at the Digital Monitoring Products (DMP) Owners Forum held in Las Vegas, NV.  Pictured is STS Group Vice President Eric Vann accepting a Top Partner award from DMP, a global leader in alarm products designed specifically for the banking industry. STS Group networks with DMP on a regular basis to address unique challenges in the community banking industry.


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United Community Bank - Atlanta
Gavin Shook has joined the bank as Senior Vice President/Commercial Relationship Manager.
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First Port City Bank - Bainbridge
Nancy Jernigan, Executive Vice President and Chief Lending Officer, has been named to the bank's Board of Directors.
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Citizens Bank of the South - Statesboro
Holli Nichols has been promoted to Vice President.
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South Georgia Banking Company - Tifton
Jared Ross has joined the bank as Commercial Lender and Vice President.
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Morris, Manning & Martin, LLP - Atlanta
Daniel Sineway, chair of the firm's Intellectual Property Practice, has joined the Advisory Board of The Salvation Army Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Atlanta.
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Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta

Stephen Levy has been promoted to Vice President and Controller for the Financial Management and Planning Department.

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Consulting
David Saylor is Owner/Co-Founder of Genesys Technology Group. Genesys assists community bankers in making wise technology decisions and encourages bankers to look at their technology holistically. A global view of your technology leverages your buying power and through solid vendor management principles you bank is better positioned to maximize the return on its technology dollar. Genesys specializes in technology evaluations and renegotiations. Genesys saves your institution time and money, thereby providing immediate impact to your bottom line. As a CBA Endorsed Member Company, Genesys will offer CBA members a 7.5% discount off its services.

For more information, contact David at david@genesystg.com or 770-729-4140, or visit www.genesystg.com.

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The CBA has been recognized on a national level for its invaluable educational programs and corporate events.  The CBA has a variety of options for all positions in a community bank…from the teller line to the board room.  We invite you to join us for one of the upcoming programs. For more options, click here for the CBA Calendar. For assistance with Education Programs, contact Kristi Greer. For assistance with Corporate Events, contact Peake Wilson.

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April & May 2019

Compliance Roundtable
Thursday, April 18 - Atlanta

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2019 TRID: The Basics
Tuesday-Wednesday, April 23-24 - Duluth
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Compliance with Construction Loans
Thursday, April 25 - Macon


​2nd Quarter Compliance Program – ACH Processing & Compliance
Tuesday, May 7 – Savannah
Wednesday, May 8 – Tifton
Thursday, May 9 – Macon
Tuesday, May 21 – Duluth
Wednesday, May 22 - Rome
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4th Annual Senior Retail Banking Officer Forum – Session II
Wednesday, May 15 - Atlanta

2019 Branch Management Series – Session II: Leading, Developing & Engaging The Team

​Thursday, May 16 - Atlanta


Ongoing Webinars & Online Training

Webinars

Click here to view webinar listing and to register.
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On-Line Training
Click here for on-line training with OnCourse Learning.
(OnCourse Learning is a CBA Endorsed Member Company)
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April & May 2019
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April Spring Regional Luncheon Meetings & PAC/PR Golf Tournaments
All 3 Meetings will be followed by Golf and Cookout Dinner!
Registration is open!
South - Tuesday, April 23 – Doublegate Country Club, Albany
Central – Wednesday, April 24 – The Club at Lake Sinclair, Milledgeville
North – Thursday, April 25 – The Country Club of Roswell

2nd Quarter Banker Regulatory Forum – Safety & Soundness
Thursday, May 2 - Atlanta
 
Community Bank Leadership Academy – Session II
Tuesday-Wednesday, May 14-15 - Macon

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Upcoming Events 

10th Annual Spring Regional Luncheon Meetings
4/23 - Albany
4/24 - Milledgeville
​4/25 - Roswell

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TRID: The Basics
Tuesday-Wednesday,
​April 23-24 - Duluth


Compliance with
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Thursday, April 25 - Macon

2nd Quarter Banker
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Thursday, May 2 - Atlanta

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