Banks County is one of 73 counties recognized Monday at the capitol by Governor Nathan Deal and the Georgia Film, Music & Digital Entertainment Office as a “Camera Ready Community.” The state’s “Camera Ready Community” program was launched as part of an ongoing effort to bolster Georgia’s growing film and television industry.
Camera Ready is a designation put in place by the state to offer film and television production companies easier, faster and better access to local resources and information. A “Camera Ready Community” must designate a liaison who can assist film and television production companies on a local level.
Banks County’s liaison is Sherry Ward, executive director of the Banks County Convention and Visitor’s Bureau. Ward attended the ceremony Monday at the capitol along with Milton Dalton, chairman of the Banks County Board of Commissioners; Chuck Ansley, president of the Banks County Chamber of Commerce; Bradley Day, Banks County community developer; Jenni Gailey, county clerk; and Erin Decker, assistant county clerk.

Banks County is one of 73 counties recognized Monday at the capitol by Governor Nathan Deal and the Georgia Film, Music & Digital Entertainment Office as a “Camera Ready Community.” Shown are: (L-R) Erin Decker, assistant county clerk; Chuck Ansley, president of the Banks County Chamber of Commerce; Craig Dominey, “Camera Ready” program manager; Sherry Ward, executive director of the Banks County Convention and Visitors Bureau; Jenni Gailey, county clerk; Bradley Day, county community developer and Milton Dalton, chairman of the Banks County Board of Commissioners.
Looks like alot of wasted tax money to me!!!!
And to think the BC citizens are complaining about having to fund our students' education. I'd much rather my tax money go to the local school system then a trip to Atlanta for something as stupid as an award for being a "camera ready community".
Otherwise you would wonder why we need splost to pay for the county expenses - when county official are out playing. If you work for a living, does your company pay for you to take unneeded trips? and pay you for it?
If so, I need to work for your company.