City of Union City Government
Janna K. has a diverse work experience history. Janna began their career as a Family Specialist for Memphis City Schools in 2009, and later worked as an Outreach Case Manager for the Mental Health Center Of Madison County from 2011 to 2014. Janna then joined WellStone as a Benefits Specialist / Residential Case Manager, where they provided case management services for homeless individuals with mental illness and substance abuse issues. Janna also worked as a Planning Intern for Alabama A&M Community Development Corporation, assisting with housing and neighborhood development activities.
In 2016, Janna held multiple roles, including Collaborative Instructional Aide at Appleton Talent, where they assisted students with special needs, and Loss Prevention Associate at Belk, where they conducted investigations and implemented store awareness programs.
Janna's experience in city government includes roles at City of Midland as a Planner I, City of Griffin as a Principal Planner, City of Dallas as a Senior Planner, and most recently, City of Union City Government where they have held the positions of Senior Planner, Interim Community Development Director, and currently, Assistant Community Development Director.
Janna K. completed their Bachelor's Degree in Sociology with a minor in Criminal Justice at Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University from 1999 to 2006. Janna pursued further education and obtained a Master's Degree in City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning from the same university between 2011 and 2015. In 2015, they earned a Realtor certification from Orion School of Real Estate. Janna K. also holds additional certifications in various fields, including Entreprenuerial & Small Business Development Strategies from the International Economic Development Council in February 2022 and Planning and Zoning 101 & 102 from the Carl Vinson Institute of Government at the University of Georgia in August 2018. Janna also obtained the State of Alabama Case Management Certification in April 2011. Other certifications, such as Anger Management, CPI, CPR/First Aid, Carl Vinson Institute of Government Economic Development, MRT, and PPCT do not have specified institutions or obtained dates provided.
City of Union City Government
Union City, Georgia was established on August 17, 1908. Since that time, the community has continued to evolve and is known for its quiet neighborhoods and growing business districts. Our Elected Officials serve as the community’s decision-makers and consist of four(4) Council Members and one (1) Mayor. Located in the southern portion of Fulton County, Union City (UC) is an exuberating and rising City with a big heart. It is a place where your neighbors, educators, small business owners and elected officials care for their community and each other. Visit us and see the beautiful elements of nature that are illustrated by the Southern bloom of the dogwood trees, crepe myrtles and Bradford pears, which are sure to give all the comforts of home. This small intimate City has all the cultural, spiritual, educational and economic opportunities of a large metropolitan community, but the charm that can only be found in the growth and spirit that is Union City. A mere fifteen minutes from the City of Atlanta and conveniently located ten miles from the world's largest airport, Hartsfield-Jackson International, † UC provides the perfect avenue for welcoming tourist and visitors to come experience the exhilarating shift of a beautiful City. You will see why it is no surprise that people move here for all that UC has to offer. With over 21,000 proud residents*, our partnership with local cities, schools, churches, businesses and other family resources are evident that a sense of family does not end at your front door. It spills out into the surrounding communities and brings together a common goal of support, aspirations and accomplishment. Being a part of UC means being a part of numerous community developments, enriching recreational programs and an array of special events that showcase our vitality. A pleasant drive through the many citizen named streets and buildings in the community, is a clear testament that people who come to Union City, stay in Union City.