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TiftonGA averageUS Census ACS
Population
17,140
Per-capita income
$25,944
Median home value
$161,700
Bachelor's or higher
22%
Typical home value $212,404 +3.7% yr/yr · +21.5% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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202597 housing units ($9.6M)

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Tue Aug 18, 2026

Planning & Zoning Commission

Commission to consider rezoning for Strong Rock Development Group

The Tifton Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a rezoning application from Strong Rock Development Group for property at Map & Parcel 0046 052, requesting a change from R-14 (Single-Family Residential) to PDO (Urban Area Planned Development District). The request requires a two-step approval process under Chapter 10 of the City of Tifton Land Development Code, and the applicant is seeking simultaneous approval for the first step, which includes the rezoning and the associated Preliminary Site Plan. The meeting will also include approval of the June 23, 2026 minutes and other routine business.

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Tifton Planning and Zoning Commission August 18, 2026 6:00 PM Tifton Municipal Courtroom 130 E. 5th Street, Tifton, GA _____________________________________________________________________________________ AGENDA I. Meeting Call to Order and Determination of a Quorum II. Approval of Minutes - June 23, 2026, Minutes III. Old Business IV. New Business A.) PP26-0016 – Rezoning application Submitted by Strong Rock Development Group, Map & Parcel 0046 052 Requests to rezone the property from “R-14” (Single-Family Residential) to “PDO” (Urban Area Planned Development District). Because this request falls under Chapter 10 of the City of Tifton Land Development Code (LDC), it requires a two-step process involving two separate city approvals. Accordingly, the applicant is seeking simultaneous approval for step one of the PDO process, which includes both the PDO rezoning and the associated Preliminary Site Plan (PSP), as stipulated in LDC Section 4.07.03 (Application Process), as submitted by Strong Rock Development Group, Map & Parcel 0046 052. VI. Adjournment
Mon Aug 17, 2026

City Council

Council to award GEMA generator project, designate festivals, amend tax agreement

The Tifton City Council will consider several items, including awarding a contract for the GEMA Generator Project (RFP# 2026-03), designating La Fiesta Del Pueblo and multiple Main Street events as festivals, and approving amendments to the tax collection services agreement with Tift County and the Tifton County Tax Commissioner. The council will also recognize police bravery from a December 5, 2025 incident. Public comments are limited to 5 minutes per speaker.

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AGENDA CITY OF TIFTON COUNCIL MEETING Monday, August 17, 2026 5:30 PM Council Chambers, 130 E. 1st Street CALL TO ORDER PRAYER & PLEDGE APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES PUBLIC COMMENTS NEW BUSINESS 1. Award Recommendation for RFP# 2026-03 GEMA Generator Project (Adam Cobb) 2. Resolution Designating La Fiesta Del Pueblo as a Festival (Jessica White) 3. Resolution Designating Multiple Main Street Events as Festivals (Jessica White) 4. Resolution Approving Amendments to the Tax Collection Services Agreement with Tift County and Tifton County Tax Commissioner (Bobby Bennett) SPECIAL PRESENTATION 5. Tifton Police Department Award Presentation - Recognizing the Acts of Bravery Associated with the December 5, 2025 Incident EXECUTIVE SESSION (if needed) DECORUM FOR COUNCIL MEETINGS Rules of Decorum for the Governing Body 1. Members of the governing body shall not use or make inappropriate, vulgar, opprobrious words or offensive comments. Members shall maintain a civil and courteous manner and tone. 2. Members of the governing body shall only speak to the matter currently under consideration by the Mayor and Council. 3. During presentations, discussion or debate, members of the governing body shall refrain from communicating among each other, giving attention and due respect for the speaker or council member addressing the body. 4. While a member of the governing body has the floor, members of council and members …
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Mon Aug 3, 2026

City Council

Tifton City Council Workshop on August 3, 2026 canceled

The City Council Workshop scheduled for August 3, 2026, at 5:30 PM at Tifton City Hall has been canceled pursuant to the Open Meetings Act. No decisions or discussions will occur at this meeting.

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PUBLIC NOTICE MEETING CANCELED City Council Workshop August 3, 2026 5:30 PM Tifton City Hall Pursuant to the Open Meetings Act, O.C.G.A § 50-14-1, the City of Tifton hereby gives due notice that the City Council Workshop scheduled for August 3, 2026 has been canceled.
Mon Jul 20, 2026

City Council

Rezoning of 29.22 acres on S. Carpenter Road for multi-family apartments

The Tifton City Council will consider an ordinance to rezone approximately 29.22 acres on S. Carpenter Road from Wholesale-Light Industrial to Residential Professional, allowing multi-family apartments requested by Stafford Kunes Investments, LLC. The council will also vote on a resolution approving the School Resource Officer agreement with Tift County Schools and a resolution accepting a right-of-way deed for East Gate Drive. New board members will be sworn in, and routine reports and comments are on the agenda.

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AGENDA CITY OF TIFTON COUNCIL MEETING Monday, July 20, 2026 5:30 PM Council Chambers, 130 E. 1st Street CALL TO ORDER PRAYER & PLEDGE APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES PUBLIC COMMENTS SWEARING IN NEWLY APPOINTED BOARD MEMBERS 1. Lester Cromer, Jr. to the Downtown Development Authority Board 2. Brent Justice to the Keep Tift Beautiful Board 3. Robert Smith, Jr. to the Keep Tift Beautiful Board OLD BUSINESS 4. Ordinance Rezoning Approximately 29.22 Acres on S. Carpenter Road from Wholesale-Light Industrial (WLI) to Residential Professional (RP) to allow for Multi-Family Apartments, as Requested by Stafford Kunes Investments, LLC, Map & Parcel 0045001H NEW BUSINESS 5. Resolution Approving the School Resource Officer (SRO) Agreement with Tift County Schools (Steve Hyman) 6. Resolution for Acceptance of the Right-of-Way Deed for East Gate Drive (Rob Wilmot) OTHER BUSINESS 7. Financial Report 8. City Manager Report 9. Mayor & Council Comments EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR LEGAL/PERSONNEL/REAL ESTATE (If Needed) DECORUM FOR COUNCIL MEETINGS Rules of Decorum for the Governing Body 1. Members of the governing body shall not use or make inappropriate, vulgar, opprobrious words or offensive comments. Members shall maintain a civil and courteous manner and tone. 2. Members of the governing body shall only speak to the matter currently under consideration by the Mayor and Council. 3. During presentations, discussion or debate …
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Thu Jul 16, 2026

Urban Redevelopment Agency

Urban Redevelopment Agency reviews action plan and downtown data

The Urban Redevelopment Agency is meeting to review its action plan and goals. The body will discuss updates from Short & Paulk regarding surveys and a master developer example, as well as a vacant building inventory guide for downtown properties.

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URA/Launch Tifton Team Meeting July 16, 2026 | 4:30 pm Tifton City Hall, Room 213 | 130 E. 1st Street, Tifton, GA Agenda 1. Call to Order 2. Prayer – Designee 3. Approval of the Agenda 4. Approval of the Minutes 5. New Business a. Review of URA Action Plan & Goals b. Short & Paulk Updates - Topo/Utility Survey, Master Developer Example c. Data Collection List for Downtown Properties – Vacant Building Inventory Guide d. Current Funding Sources and Resource Guides 6. Announcement(s) a. Staff Report b. Board Member Comments 7. Executive Session (if needed to discuss legal, personnel, and/or real estate matters) 8. Adjournment
Mon Jul 13, 2026

City Council

Council to consider rezoning 29 acres on S. Carpenter Road for apartments

The Tifton City Council will hold a workshop to discuss a rezoning request for 29.22 acres on S. Carpenter Road from light industrial to residential professional to allow multi-family apartments. The council will also discuss a proposed downtown entertainment district. Other items include the city manager's report and council comments.

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AGENDA CITY OF TIFTON COUNCIL WORKSHOP Monday, July 13, 2026 5:30 PM Council Chambers, 130 E. 1st Street CALL TO ORDER APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA OLD BUSINESS 1. Ordinance Rezoning Approximately 29.22 Acres on S. Carpenter Road from Wholesale-Light Industrial (WLI) to Residential Professional (RP) to allow for Multi-Family Apartments, as Requested by Stafford Kunes Investments, LLC, Map & Parcel 0045001H (Greg Hines) NEW BUSINESS 2. Discussion of Proposed Downtown Entertainment District (Abbey McLaren) OTHER BUSINESS 3. City Manager Report 4. Mayor & Council Comments EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR LEGAL/PERSONNEL/REAL ESTATE (If Needed) DECORUM FOR COUNCIL MEETINGS Rules of Decorum for the Governing Body 1. Members of the governing body shall not use or make inappropriate, vulgar, opprobrious words or offensive comments. Members shall maintain a civil and courteous manner and tone. 2. Members of the governing body shall only speak to the matter currently under consideration by the Mayor and Council. 3. During presentations, discussion or debate, members of the governing body shall refrain from communicating among each other, giving attention and due respect for the speaker or council member addressing the body. 4. While a member of the governing body has the floor, members of council and members of the public shall not interrupt the speaker unless the speaker is ruled out of order. Members violating any rules of the decorum may be rule …
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Tue Jul 7, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission (HPC)

HPC to review three Certificates of Appropriateness applications

The Tifton Historic Preservation Commission will consider three requests for property modifications. The body will review applications for railing updates, a new sign, and a new office building.

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6:00 PM ra Community Development Conference Room The:Frlendly City 204 N. Ridge Ave, Tifton, GA Tifton Historic Preservation Commission July 7, 2026 "G Vi. AGENDA Meeting Call to Order and Determination of a Quorum Review and Approval of June 2, 2026, Minutes . Old Business New Business: Consideration of Certificate of Appropriateness Applications A.) HPC26-009 — Homestead at Bradley Place — 418 N. Park Avenue, Tifton, GA Request to remove the existing porch railing and install new rails, a spindle, and paint the railing. B.) HPC26-010 — Mi-Lady Bakery — 275 Brumby Way, Tifton, GA Request to install and replace one new non-illuminated (1) wall sign on the side of the building. C.) HPC26-011 — Garvey Offices @ North Central Avenue. — North Central Avenue, Tifton, GA Request to construct a new 1,440 sq. ft. office building. Adjournment
Tue Jun 23, 2026

Planning & Zoning Commission

Rezoning request for S. Carpenter Road to allow multi-family apartments

The Tifton Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a rezoning application from Stafford Kunes Investments, LLC., to change a property on S. Carpenter Road from wholesale-light industrial (WLI) to Residential-Professional (R-P) to permit multi-family apartments. The commission will also discuss expiring terms of members Frank Sayles and Emmett Kater, ending June 30, 2026.

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Tifton Planning and Zoning Commission June 23, 2026 6:00 PM Department of Community Development 204 N. Ridge Avenue, Tifton, GA _____________________________________________________________________________________ AGENDA I. Meeting Call to Order and Determination of a Quorum II. Approval of Minutes - March 17, 2026, Minutes III. Old Business IV. New Business A.) PP26-0008 – Rezoning application Submitted by submitted by Stafford Kunes Investments, LLC., Map & Parcel 0046 001H Application Requesting to Rezone the property located at S. Carpenter Road, Tifton, GA from wholesale-light industrial district (WLI) to Residential-Professional (R-P) to allow for Multi-Family Apartments, as submitted by Stafford Kunes Investments, LLC., Map & Parcel 0046 001H B.) Planning & Zoning Members expiring board members discussion Discuss Frank Sayles & Emmett Kater expiring terms on 06/30/2026 VI. Adjournment
Mon Jun 15, 2026

City Council

Council to adopt FY2027 budget, adjust landfill fees, consider homestead sales tax

The Tifton City Council will vote on adopting the FY2027 budget, approve adjustments to landfill tipping fees (including inert landfill), and consider amendments to Ryland Environmental’s contract. The council also plans to introduce a local act to the Georgia General Assembly to implement a Local Homestead Option Sales Tax (LHOST). Other business includes board and financial reports.

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AGENDA CITY OF TIFTON COUNCIL MEETING Monday, June 15, 2026 5:30 PM Council Chambers, 130 E. 1st Street CALL TO ORDER PRAYER & PLEDGE APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES PUBLIC COMMENTS CONSENT AGENDA 1. Joint Resolution for Adjusting the Tifton-Tift County Landfill Tipping Fees 2. Joint Resolution for Adjusting the Inert Landfill Tipping Fees NEW BUSINESS 3. Resolution Approving Amendments to Ryland Environmental’s Contract (Bobby Bennett) 4. Resolution Adopting the FY2027 Budget (Larry Lawrence) 5. Resolution Approving the Introduction of a Local Act to the Georgia General Assembly for Implementation of a Local Homestead Option Sales Tax (LHOST) (Bobby Bennett/Rob Wilmot) OTHER BUSINESS 6. Board Report 7. Financial Report 8. City Manager Report 9. Mayor & Council Comments EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR LEGAL/PERSONNEL/REAL ESTATE (If Needed) DECORUM FOR COUNCIL MEETINGS Rules of Decorum for the Governing Body 1. Members of the governing body shall not use or make inappropriate, vulgar, opprobrious words or offensive comments. Members shall maintain a civil and courteous manner and tone. 2. Members of the governing body shall only speak to the matter currently under consideration by the Mayor and Council. 3. During presentations, discussion or debate, members of the governing body shall refrain from communicating among each other, giving attention and due respect for the speaker or council member addressing …
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Mon Jun 8, 2026

City Council

Council to vote on rezoning 29 acres on S. Carpenter Road for apartments

The Tifton City Council will hold a public hearing and workshop on June 8, 2026, to discuss and potentially decide on a rezoning request for 29.22 acres on S. Carpenter Road, a budget presentation, and several joint resolutions adjusting landfill tipping fees. The meeting will also include introductions of the Youth Council and a proclamation recognizing Municipal Court Clerks Week.

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AGENDA CITY OF TIFTON COUNCIL WORKSHOP Monday, June 8, 2026 5:30 PM Council Chambers, 130 E. 1st Street PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Zoning Application PP26-0008 – Submitted by Stafford Kunes Investments, LLC, Requesting to Rezone Approximately 29.22 Acres on S. Carpenter Road from Wholesale-Light Industrial (WLI) to Residential Professional (RP) to allow for Multi-Family Apartments, Map & Parcel 0046 001H 2. FY2027 Budget Presentation & Public Hearing WORKSHOP CALL TO ORDER APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA PRESENTATIONS 3. Introduction of the 2026-2027 Youth Council 4. Proclamation Recognizing Municipal Court Clerks Week NEW BUSINESS 5. Review of Zoning Application PP26-0008 as Submitted by Stafford Kunes Investments, LLC, Requesting to Rezone Approximately 29.22 Acres on S. Carpenter Road from Wholesale-Light Industrial (WLI) to Residential Professional (RP) to allow for Multi-Family Apartments, Map & Parcel 0045001H (Greg Hines) 6. Joint Resolution for Adjusting the Tifton-Tift County Landfill Tipping Fees (Bobby Bennett) 7. Joint Resolution for Adjusting the Inert Landfill Tipping Fees (Bobby Bennett) 8. Resolution Approving Amendments to Ryland Environmental’s Contract (Bobby Bennett) 9. Discussion of Georgia Special Legislative Session Addition for LHOST Implementation (Bobby Bennett) OTHER BUSINESS 10. City Manager Report 11. Mayor & Council Comments EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR LEGAL/PERSONNEL/REAL ESTATE (If Needed) DECORUM FOR COUNCIL …
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Tue Jun 2, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission (HPC)

HPC to discuss appeal for Zadie’s on Main at 343 Main Street

The Historic Preservation Commission will review an appeal application from Elzadie B. Smith regarding Zadie’s on Main. The board will also discuss the re-appointment of three members with expiring terms.

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Tifton Historic Preservation Commission June 2, 2026 . 6:00 PM iY Department of Community Development The Friendly Cit 204 N. Ridge Ave, Tifton, GA Vi. AGENDA Meeting Call to Order and Determination of a Quorum Review and Approval of May 5, 2026, Minutes . Old Business . New Business: A.) HPC Booklet Presentation by Caroline Abbott, Marketing & Communications Manager HPC Booklet Guide and Feedback Discussion. B.) Board Re-Appointments Discussion John Sims, Franklin Gull, and Jeff Robbins expiring terms 05/31/2026. C.) Zadie’s on Main 343 Main Street Appeal Discussion Discussion with the HPC board on the appeal application for Elzadie B. Smith and to discuss the next potential steps. Adjournment
Wed May 27, 2026

City Council

Tifton City Council to review FY 2027 budget and annual goals

The City Council is holding a retreat to discuss the FY 2027 budget and review annual priorities and goals. The meeting includes an informational presentation on stormwater management.

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AGENDA Tifton City Council Retreat II May 27 , 2026 3:00 P M Atlantic Coastline Depot 205 E. 1 st Street, Tifton, GA 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of the Agenda 3. Stormwater Management Informational Presentation (Emily Davenport, GMA) 4. Overview of FY 2027 Budget (Bobby Bennett/Larry Lawrence) 5. Review of Council ’s Annual Priorities and Goals (Bobby Bennett) 6. Executive Session for Legal/Personnel/Real Estate Matters (If Needed ) MEETING NOTICE Pursuant to OCGA §50-14-1(d)(2) the City of Tifton gives due notice that a Council Retreat - Session II will be held on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 , 3:00 PM , at the Atlantic Coastline Depot, 205 E. 1 st Street, Tifton, Georgia
Mon May 18, 2026

City Council

Council to receive FY2027 Proposed Budget transmittal

The City Council will hold a regular meeting with presentations, consent agenda items, and new business. Key actions include awarding a bid for Carpenter Road water main improvements, authorizing a state funding submittal for road resurfacing, and designating Rock the Block as a festival. The council will also receive the proposed FY2027 budget and an update on the Short & Paulk Renaissance Project.

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3232157620000 AGENDA CITY OF TIFTON COUNCIL MEETING Monday, May 18, 2026 5:30 PM Council Chambers, 130 E. 1st Street -84772516192500 CALL TO ORDER PRAYER & PLEDGE APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES PUBLIC COMMENTS PRESENTATIONS 1. Proclamation for Foster Care & Foster Family Recognition Month 2. Yates Healthcare Consultants - Health Expo 3. Memorial Day Tribute Events CONSENT AGENDA 4. Award of Bid No. 2026-02 for Carpenter Road Water Main Improvements to HTS Construction, Inc. 5. Resolution Authorizing FY2026 Local Road Assistance Administration Funding (LRA) Submittal for Resurfacing Projects 6. Resolution Designating Rock the Block as a Festival NEW BUSINESS 7. Transmittal of the FY2027 Proposed Budget 8. Short & Paulk Renaissance Project Update OTHER BUSINESS 9. Financial Report 10. City Manager Report 11. Mayor & Council Comments EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR LEGAL/PERSONNEL/REAL ESTATE (If Needed) center548640DECORUM FOR COUNCIL MEETINGS Rules of Decorum for the Governing Body 1. Members of the governing body shall not use or make inappropriate, vulgar, opprobrious words or offensive comments. Members shall maintain a civil and courteous manner and tone. 2. Members of the governing body shall only speak to the matter currently under consideration by the Mayor and Council. 3. During presentations, discussion or debate, members of the governing body shall refrain from communicating among each other, giving attention and due respect for the speaker or coun …
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Thu May 14, 2026

Urban Redevelopment Agency

Urban Redevelopment Agency reviews 902 S. Park Ave assessment

The Urban Redevelopment Agency will introduce the Director of Economic Development and recap the GICH Conference. The body will also review an assessment for 902 S. Park Ave and discuss student concepts for the Short & Paulk RSVP Phase I.

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URA/Launch Tifton Team Meeting May 14, 2026 | 4:30 pm Tifton City Hall, Room 213 | 130 E. 1st Street, Tifton, GA Agenda 1. Call to Order 2. Prayer – Designee 3. Approval of the Agenda 4. Approval of the Minutes 5. New Business a. Introduction of Chadd Mathis, Director of Economic Development b. GICH Conference Recap c. Review of Assessment on 902 S. Park Ave d. Short & Paulk RSVP Phase I – Overview & Student Concepts 6. Announcement(s) a. Staff Report b. Board Member Comments 7. Executive Session (if needed to discuss legal, personnel, and/or real estate matters) 8. Adjournment
Tue May 5, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission (HPC)

HPC to review five Certificate of Appropriateness applications

The Tifton Historic Preservation Commission will consider five applications for exterior changes, signage, and new construction. The body will decide if these requests meet historic preservation standards.

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6:00 PM Tifton Historic Preservation Commission 0 May 5, 2026 4 Tifton Municipal Court The Friendly Cit 130 W. 5" Street, Tifton, GA Vi. AGENDA Meeting Call to Order and Determination of a Quorum Review and Approval of April 8, 2026, Minutes » Old Business . New Business: Consideration of Certificate of Appropriateness Applications A.) HPC26-004 — Brother Charlie’s Rescue Center, Inc. — 146 Love Avenue, Tifton, GA Request to do minor exterior changes and repaint exterior building using earth tone colors. B.) HPC26-005 — Zadie’s 41 & Main — 343 S. Main Street, Tifton, GA Request to install a new 8’ x 4’ (32 Sq. ft.) embossed, stained, and painted southern pine hardwood wall sign on the front of the building. C.) HPC26-006 — Garvey and Garvey Properties - 107 E. 10" Street, Tifton, GA Request to construct a new 3,269 sq. ft. office building. D.) HPC26-007 — Bloom Chiropractic — 102 E. 8" Street, Tifton, GA Request to remove and replace the existing 4’X6’ (20 sq. ft.) sign board to install a new 4’x6’ (20 sq. ft.) sign board. E.) HPC26-008 — Double Deuce Properties, LLC. — 821 Murray Avenue, Tifton, GA Request to renovate principal structure (including interior renovations, exterior paint color, and roof replacement). Demolition of the current accessory structure and new construction of anew accessory structure to replace the existing accessory structure. Adjournment
Mon May 4, 2026

City Council

City Council to review $390,451 Carpenter Road water main contract

The Tifton City Council will discuss bids and award recommendations for water main improvements on Carpenter Road. The body will also consider funding recommendations for GDOT's Local Road Assistance and a resolution regarding the Rock the Block festival.

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AGENDA CITY OF TIFTON COUNCIL WORKSHOP Monday, May 4, 2026 5:30 PM Council Chambers, 130 E. 1st Street CALL TO ORDER APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA PRESENTATIONS 1. Presentation of the Anthony G. Bateman Scholarship 2. Proclamation Recognizing Mental Health Awareness Month 3. Tifton Council for the Arts - Georgia Smith, Executive Director NEW BUSINESS 4. Carpenter Road Water Main Bids & Recommendation for Award (Adam Cobb) 5. Project Recommendation for GDOT’s Local Road Assistance (LRA) Funding (Adam Cobb) 6. Resolution Designating Rock the Block as a Festival (Jessica White) OTHER BUSINESS 7. City Manager Report 8. Mayor & Council Comments EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR LEGAL/PERSONNEL/REAL ESTATE (If Needed) DECORUM FOR COUNCIL MEETINGS Rules of Decorum for the Governing Body 1. Members of the governing body shall not use or make inappropriate, vulgar, opprobrious words or offensive comments. Members shall maintain a civil and courteous manner and tone. 2. Members of the governing body shall only speak to the matter currently under consideration by the Mayor and Council. 3. During presentations, discussion or debate, members of the governing body shall refrain from communicating among each other, giving attention and due respect for the speaker or council member addressing the body. 4. While a member of the governing body has the floor, members of council and members of the public shall not interrupt the speaker unless the …
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💰 Federal awards (top 9 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$149,0755 STAR HEATING & COOLING INC
Department of Agriculture · WALK-IN COOLER
$41,307TITLETOWN CARGO, LLC
Department of the Interior · AK BR OF FIRE MGNT DRONE STRG TRAILER
$34,352GEORGIA CONTROLS & POWER TRANSMISSIONS, INC
Department of Defense · FY25 F18JG 374436 CEG FM9 B177 CHILLER 7 STARTER DIAGNOSTIC SERVICE
$29,000EWING, JASON
Department of Agriculture · INSTALLATION OF MICROPLOTS AND REQUIRED IRRIGATION
$23,790ADAM CAMPBELL CONSTRUCTION, L.L.C
Department of Agriculture · INSTALL A NEW 12X60 ALUMINUM AWNING (WHITE IN COLOR) ON BLDG. 60; INST
$14,811ASHLEYS BUSINESS SOLUTIONS INC
Department of Homeland Security · IGF::OT::IGF COPER RENTAL TO SUPPORT DR-4338-GA DISASTER OPERTIONS A
$7,800CROMER AG RESEARCH, LLC
Department of the Interior · GA99 SITE OPERATOR-USGS NATIONAL TRENDS NETWORK
$5,900TIM PEST CONTROL, LLC
Department of Agriculture · PEST CONTROL SERVICE CONTRACT FOR TIFTON BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES
$5,900TIM PEST CONTROL, LLC
Department of Agriculture · ANNUAL PEST CONTROL SERVICES FOR ALL CGBRU & SEWRU BUILDINGS ON THE TI

Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.

🌐 County-level context (Tift County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities1 (2024)
Business establishments1,082 (18,678 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$905/mo (598 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy29.6% (low numeracy 46% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

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Permitted housing units

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.414
All kids
0.335
Black kids
0.275

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