The meeting focused on several key recognitions and updates. Presentations included the announcement of an Officer of the Quarter and the recognition of public safety cadets for their accomplishments in national and state competitions. The finance department was commended for earning the GFOA Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the 26th consecutive year. A long-service recognition was also held for a city employee. Furthermore, the city manager provided an update regarding the acquisition and future planning for properties on K Street and Academy Street, including potential partnerships and site improvements. The meeting concluded with a public comment session addressing specific concerns about city properties, maintenance, and vegetation control.
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The Board of Aldermen conducted a meeting featuring two public hearings. The first hearing focused on the consideration of ordinance number 2026-22 to adopt the 2026 millage rate, accompanied by an extensive explanation regarding property tax calculations, homestead exemptions, and reassessments. The second hearing addressed resolution number RS2026-17 regarding the abandonment of a portion of Ross Road. Additionally, the board discussed plans to connect the Magnolia Cottages private lift station to a gravity sewer system to reduce maintenance costs for the homeowners association.
Nov 10, 2025·Board meeting
Board of Aldermen Minutes
The meeting included the swearing in of Officer Emma Carey, discussions on text amendments to the Zoning Ordinance, city manager and board member comments, and recognition of the Parks, Recreation, and Community Resource Department as Georgia Recreation and Parks Association State Agency of the Year. The board also discussed and approved various items under the consent agenda, including budget amendments, service contracts, surplus declarations, instructor applications, agreements for professional services, grant applications, and purchase order amendments.
