New South Associates, Inc.

10/14/2026

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10/13/2026

This week, Shawn Patch and Sarah Lowry are headed to the American Cultural Resources Association - ACRA conference at the Horton Grand Hotel in San Diego, California!

This year's conference theme, Collaboration and Shared Responsibility, explores how collective action and mutual accountability intersect with the protection of cultural resources through partnerships among federal, state, Tribal, and local entities, as well as communities, practitioners, and other stakeholders.

We're looking forward to a great conference and hope to see you there - be sure to pick up a Section 106 button designed by our very own Tracey Fedor!

10/12/2026

Honor the history. Recognize the sovereignty. Celebrate the future.

This Indigenous Peoples Day, NCAI honors the strength, resilience, and enduring contributions of Indigenous peoples and reaffirms our commitment to Tribal sovereignty, Native voices, and the generations to come.

Recognition must extend beyond acknowledgment to meaningful action that respects Tribal Nations and fulfills treaty and trust obligations.

Read NCAI’s full statement: https://hubs.la/Q04zVf2p0

10/12/2026

10/12/2026

Join The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation and advocates from around the state to learn about the significant threats to Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, how this federal regulation has played a critical role in protecting Georgia's historic resources, and how you can speak out against the drastic proposed changes. Register at the link below:

https://www.georgiatrust.org/event/virtual-event-speak-up-for-section-106/

Thursday, October 29th at 12:00
FREE EVENT, Registration Required

10/11/2026

Many people have never heard of Section 106, but it plays an important role in protecting places that matter.

Before certain federal projects move forward, Section 106 requires agencies to identify historic and cultural resources, consult with Tribes and communities, consider potential effects, and explore ways to avoid or reduce harm.

10/09/2026

Members of our North Carolina office recently met with Regional Director Justin Somers from Senator Ted Budd's office. The group had a productive conversation covering the current status of S.5653 and its potential impacts to Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act. The discussion lasted more than an hour and highlighted the importance of continued dialogue between preservation professionals and policymakers. Justin shared that his office has been actively researching the bill and plans to connect the team with legislative staff in Washington for a follow-up discussion after the congressional recess.

We appreciate the opportunity to share our perspective and look forward to continuing the conversation.

10/09/2026

Senior Archaeologist Scot Keith will be part of a panel of historic preservation professionals discussing the proposed changes to Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act on October 26 at Georgia Gwinnett College. Come learn what these proposed changes will mean for the significant historic and archaeological sites here in Georgia!



New South Associates, Inc.
Arcadis

10/07/2026

Opinion: Before the passage of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) of 1966, the number of recorded archaeological sites and structures was but a fraction — 1% — of this total, and they were being destroyed at a rapid clip.

Proposed revisions to one of the NHPA’s most important statutes would result in similar losses. Section 106 of the NHPA requires that federal undertakings, like road or bridge construction or transmission lines, must account for the effects of that work on archaeological sites, historic structures, and cultural landscapes.

10/06/2026

NSA Director of Archaeology Maureen Meyers and Sarah Love have an op-ed in today's Atlanta Journal-Constitution discussing how proposed changes to Section 106 could affect Georgia's archaeological sites, historic places, and the public's role in preservation.

As Maureen and Sarah note, "Without significant pushback from the public, these revisions will decimate historic preservation in America. The public will no longer be consulted on projects of concern."

Their article explores what's at stake for Georgia communities and why public participation remains critical to preserving places that tell our shared history.

Read the article through the gift link below.

https://www.ajc.com/opinion/2026/10/georgia-archaeological-sites-historic-preservation/?gift_article_code=UFpNOXUwQy1yVm1yaVNTTDZhVFB3WWhGOEFXYWYxampQNXpGbUtMcUtjNDoxNzkzODgzMDEzOjdlZDZkMThjNDc1MjhlNGM&utm_campaign=articlegifting

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Cultural Heritage Partners
National Trust
American Cultural Resources Association - ACRA
Department of City Planning

Revisions to the Section 106 of 1966's National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) would put America’s historic resources in grave danger.