Waycross public meetings in 2023

City Commission

The City Commission will review an ordinance to amend occupation taxes regarding gross receipts. The meeting also includes discussions on declaring various city properties and vehicles as surplus.

• Ordinance to amend Chapter 34 taxation regarding business gross receipts
• Ordinance to amend Appendix B municipal fees for right of way use
• Privilege license renewals for Shell City, Om Food Mart, Dollar General Market, Walgreens, and Kroger
• Resolution to declare property at 721 South Georgia Parkway as surplus
• Resolution to declare police vehicles and a court-awarded vehicle as surplus

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission will discuss various city matters, including the sale of surplus property and vehicles. The agenda includes discussions on jogging, biking, or golf cart use and updates on housing rehabilitation funds. Additionally, the commission will consider applications for gang prosecution grants and renewals for beer and wine licenses.

• Ordinance to amend municipal fees for right-of-way permits
• Resolution to approve Georgia Gang Activity Prosecution Grant Program agreement
• Resolution to declare 721 S. GA Pkwy as surplus property
• Resolution to apply for FY 2024 CHIP funds for housing rehabilitation
• Renewal of beer and wine package sale licenses

City Commission

The City Commission will review several items including an ordinance to close an unopened alley in the South Northside Subdivision. The agenda also includes multiple privilege license renewals for local businesses and a resolution regarding Christmas bonuses for city employees.

• Ordinance to abandon and close an unopened alley in Block 6 of South Northside Subdivision
• Privilege license renewals for several businesses including Pizza Inn, Applebee’s, and Walmart
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 34 regarding taxation of business locations by gross receipts
• Resolution to authorize a Christmas bonus for each city employee

City Commission

The Commission will discuss updates on ARPA grants and utility increases. The session also includes privilege license renewals and a proposed ordinance regarding taxation for business locations.

• Proposed ordinance amending city taxation code for gross receipts
• Discussion of utilities increase update
• Update on ARPA utilization and grants
• Renewal of various privilege licenses
• Discussion on Public Works Bucket Truck repairs

City Commission

The City Commission will review several ordinances regarding rezoning and the closing of alleys or rights-of-way. The agenda also includes resolutions for water system improvements and various city business items.

• Rezoning Dorothy Street from R-50 Residential to C-1 Neighborhood Commercial
• Ordinance to close alleys between Mary Street, Izlar Street, Isabella Street, and Nicholls Street
• Ordinance to close right of way and alleys near Geary Street, Garlington Avenue, Ketterer Street, and Crawford Street
• Loan agreement with Clean Water State Revolving Fund for wastewater treatment plant rehabilitation
• Loan agreement with Drinking Water State Revolving Fund to install a water well

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission is holding a planning and information session to discuss various city business. The agenda includes proposed resolutions for utility rehabilitation loans and the sale of surplus land.

• Resolution for Wastewater Treatment Plant rehabilitation loan
• Resolution for Drinking Water State Revolving Fund loan to install a water well
• Bid for cargo van #FY24-11
• Sale of surplus land at 1011 Johnson Avenue
• Ordinance to close an unopened alley in South Northside Subdivision

City Commission

The commission will review ordinances regarding property rezoning on Dorothy Street and the closure of several alleys and rights-of-way. The agenda also includes awarding contracts for drainage projects and animal shelter maintenance, alongside reviewing business license renewals.

• Rezoning Dorothy Street from R-50 Residential to C-1 Neighborhood Commercial
• Ordinance to close alleys bounded by Mary, Izlar, Isabella, and Nicholls streets
• Contract award to Diamond Concrete Products, LLC for Carswell Avenue drainage projects
• Purchase of concrete coating from Shark Coatings for the Waycross Animal Shelter
• Renewal of various beer, wine, and liquor privilege licenses

City Commission

The Planning & Information Session includes updates on ARPA funds and the 2023 T-SPLOST road project execution. The commission will review proposed ordinances for street closures and a property rezoning on Dorothy Street. Resolutions regarding concrete pipe and coating contracts are also scheduled for consideration.

• Rezoning Dorothy Street from R-50 to C-1 Neighborhood Commercial
• Ordinance to close alleys bounded by Mary, Izlar, Isabella, and Nicholls streets
• Contract award for concrete pipe for Carswell Avenue Drainage Projects
• Purchase of industrial concrete coating for the Waycross Animal Shelter
• Privilege license renewals for various local businesses

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission is holding a public hearing regarding an amendment to the city's zoning ordinance. The petition seeks to rezone Tax Parcel No. WA1604 087 from R-50 Residential to C-1 Neighborhood Commercial. Following public testimony, the commission will deliberate on the request.

• Rezoning of Tax Parcel No. WA1604 087 from R-50 Residential to C-1 Neighborhood Commercial

City Commission

The City Commission will consider an ordinance to amend the city code regarding occupation taxes for attorneys. The meeting also includes a resolution to approve the 2024 holiday calendar and a bid for surplus fire hoses.

• Ordinance to amend Chapter 34 taxation sections pertaining to attorney occupation taxes
• Resolution to approve the 2024 Holiday Calendar
• Bid for WAYX24-03 Surplus: 15 Fire Hoses

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission is reviewing bids for police equipment and HVAC units. The agenda also includes engineering contracts for park improvements and a memorandum of understanding with Ware County regarding Hurricane Idalia debris removal.

• Ordinance amending occupation taxes for attorneys
• ESG Engineering contract for neighborhood park improvements
• MOU with Ware County for Hurricane Idalia debris removal
• Bid for police vehicle equipment (#FY24-03)
• Contract award to Johns Heating and Air for animal shelter HVAC units

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission is holding a planning and information session to review several proposals. Items include amending occupation taxes for attorneys and approving engineering contracts for city projects.

• Ordinance to amend occupation taxes for attorneys
• Sale of surplus real property on City Boulevard
• ESG Engineering contract for Neighborhood Park Improvements Project
• ESG Engineering contract for Lead and Copper Program Management Project
• Emergency debris removal MOU with Ware County following Hurricane Idalia

City Commission

The commission will consider setting a public hearing for the rezoning of Dorothy Street. The agenda includes a second reading of an ordinance regarding the City Clerk's oath and bond. The meeting also covers resolutions for employee training reimbursements and surplus property sales.

• Public hearing for Dorothy Street rezoning
• Ordinance amendment for City Clerk oath and bond
• Reimbursement for six employees' POST training costs
• Donation of abandoned bicycles by the Police Chief
• Sale of surplus items via GovDeals.com

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission will consider setting a public hearing for the rezoning of Dorothy Street. The commission will also review an ordinance amendment regarding the City Clerk’s oath and bond. Additionally, resolutions are proposed for employee training reimbursements and the sale of surplus property.

• Public hearing for Dorothy Street rezoning
• Ordinance amending City Clerk oath and bond
• Reimbursement for six employees to attend POST training
• Resolution allowing Police Chief to donate abandoned bicycles
• Sale of surplus items including bicycles, tire rims, and a heater

City Commission

The Planning & Information Session includes discussions on the Bailey Street Project, street updates, and neighborhood park improvements. The Commission will consider resolutions regarding surplus property sales and employee training cost reimbursements.

• Bids for WAYX 24-02 Surplus: 14 Bicycles, Tire Rims, Heater and Motor Bike
• Resolution to authorize agreements for six employees for Peace Officer Standards and Training cost reimbursement
• Resolution to declare property as surplus for sale on Govdeals.com
• Discussion of Bailey Street Project
• Discussion of Lead and Copper Inventory

City Commission

The commission will review second readings for ordinances regarding zoning public hearing procedures and the city clerk's oath. The agenda also includes resolutions for mutual aid with Coastal Pines Technical College and probation services.

• Ordinance amendment for Waycross zoning public hearing procedures
• Privilege license applications for Woody’s Top Putt and The Place on Pendleton Street
• Mutual aid agreement with Coastal Pines Technical College
• Final payment to Ten-8 Fire & Safety, LLC for fire truck repairs
• Probation services agreement with CSRA Probation Services, Inc.

The City Commission approved several resolutions, including a mutual aid agreement with Coastal Pines Technical College and probation services for the Municipal Court. The commission also approved two privilege licenses for beer, wine, and liquor consumption and an ordinance amending the City Code regarding the City Clerk.

• Approved Consent Calendar including minutes and zoning ordinance amendment (All in favor)
• Approved privilege license for Woody’s Top Putt (All in favor)
• Approved privilege license for The Place on Pendleton Street (All in favor)
• Approved ordinance amending City Code Section 2-191 regarding City Clerk (All in favor)
• Approved resolution for mutual aid agreement with Coastal Pines Technical College (All in favor)
• Approved final payment to Ten-8 Fire & Safety, LLC for fire truck repairs (All in favor)
• Approved resolution for probation supervision services from CSRA Probation Services, Inc. (All in favor)

City Commission

The Planning & Information Session includes discussions on city engineering, streets, and ARPA updates. The commission will consider several resolutions regarding contract amendments, mutual aid agreements, and fire truck repairs.

• Privilege License: Woody’s Top Putt (538 Plant Ave) for Beer and Wine consumption
• Privilege License: The Place on Pendleton Street (311 Pendleton St) for Beer, Wine and Liquor consumption
• Ordinance to amend the City Code regarding the City Clerk oath and bond
• Resolution to amend Coastal Engineering Consultants, Inc. contract to include Isabella, Oak, Williams, Quarterman, Saint Mary’s Avenue, and Mary Street
• Resolution for mutual aid agreement with Coastal Pines Technical College

The Planning and Information Session served as a review of items to be placed on the upcoming Tuesday Commission Meeting Agenda. No final votes were taken on ordinances or resolutions during this session, though consensus was reached on several proposals.

• Consensus to place MOA for Coastal Pines Technical College on Tuesday Agenda
• Consensus to place final payment resolution for ladder truck on Tuesday Agenda
• Consensus to place ordinance amending City Clerk oath and bond on Tuesday Agenda
• Consensus NOT to place Coastal Engineering Consultants amendment on Tuesday Agenda
• Consensus to place agreement with CSRA Probation Services on Tuesday Agenda
• Approved motion to enter executive session for personnel

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission will review a second reading for the rezoning of 1202 House Street from R-75 Residential to RM-75 Residential Manufactured Housing. The agenda also includes amendments to zoning ordinance procedures regarding public hearings and standards. Additionally, the commission will schedule a public hearing for a text amendment change to Section 710.2.

• Rezoning 1202 House Street from R-75 Residential to RM-75 Residential Manufactured Housing
• Amendments to Waycross Zoning Ordinance regarding public hearing procedures and standards
• Scheduling a public hearing for Text Amendment Change to Section 710.2
• Confirmation of the Assistant City Clerk appointment

The City Commission approved a zoning map amendment for a property on House Street and an ordinance amending zoning policies and procedures. The commission also confirmed the appointment of a new Assistant City Clerk and scheduled a public hearing for a text amendment.

• Approved rezoning of 1202 House Street from R-75 Residential to RM-75 Residential Manufactured Housing
• Approved ordinance to amend Waycross Zoning Ordinance Section 908 regarding public hearings and zoning decisions
• Confirmed appointment of Elise Earnest as Assistant City Clerk
• Scheduled public hearing for Text Amendment Change to Section 710.2 for September 19, 2023

City Commission

The commission will review proposed amendments to the Waycross Zoning Ordinance regarding public hearings and decision standards. Discussion items also include millage rates, a water meter pilot proposal, and properties listed with Gateway Realty.

• Proposed amendments to the Waycross Zoning Ordinance
• Discussion of millage rates with Tax Commissioner Roger Collins
• Ferguson Waterworks meters pilot proposal
• Review of the old garage at 714 Pendergast Street
• Discussion regarding properties listed with Gateway Realty

The commission voted to have the property at 714 Pendergast Street appraised for further discussion. A consensus was reached to place a zoning ordinance amendment on the Tuesday meeting agenda. The City Attorney scheduled a public hearing for a zoning ordinance amendment for September 19, 2023.

• Approved appraisal of old garage at 714 Pendergast Street (4-0)
• Consensus to place zoning ordinance amendment on Tuesday Commission Meeting Agenda
• Scheduled public hearing for zoning ordinance amendment for September 19, 2023, at 4:30pm
• Approved motion to enter executive session for personnel

City Commission

The City Commission will consider a zoning map amendment for property at 1202 House Street. The meeting also includes a resolution regarding an annual inmate work detail agreement with the Georgia Department of Corrections.

• Rezoning 1202 House Street from R-75 Residential to RM-75 Residential Manufactured Housing
• Annual Work Detail Agreement between City of Waycross and Georgia Department of Corrections for Fiscal Year 2024
• WAYX 24-91 Surplus bid

The City Commission approved a zoning amendment for a property on House Street and a work detail agreement with the Georgia Department of Corrections. The commission also authorized a six-month test of new water meters.

• Approved rezoning of 1202 House Street from R-75 Residential to RM-75 Residential Manufactured Housing
• Approved annual work detail agreement with Georgia Department of Corrections for one inmate for FY 2024
• Approved bid WAYX 24-91 Surplus
• Approved testing of new water meters for a six-month period
• Approved consent calendar including minutes from July 17 and July 18, 2023

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a planning and information session regarding various city business. Discussion items include vehicle purchases, downtown expansion, and community center updates.

• Re-zone 1202 House Street from R-75 Residential to RM-75 Residential Manufactured Housing
• Annual Work Detail Agreement with Georgia Department of Corrections for Fiscal Year 2024
• Waycross Police Department vehicle purchases
• Purchase of Zero Turn Mowers
• Rural King Project Funding Request

The Commission tabled a funding request for the Rural King project pending further information from the city manager. Several other items, including a zoning amendment and a corrections work agreement, were moved to the Tuesday Commission Meeting agenda.

• Tabled Rural King Project funding request (4-0)
• Consensus to place WAYX 24-91 Surplus on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place 1202 House Street rezoning on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place Georgia Department of Corrections work agreement on Tuesday agenda

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission is holding a public hearing regarding a zoning amendment. The petition proposes changing the classification of Tax Parcel No. WA1906 284 from R-75 Residential to RM-75 Residential Manufactured Housing.

• Rezoning of Tax Parcel No. WA1906 284 from R-75 Residential to RM-75 Residential Manufactured Housing

The City Commission held a public hearing regarding a zoning amendment for Tax Parcel No. WA1906 284. The commission reached a consensus to prepare an ordinance to change the zoning from R-75 Residential to RM-75 Residential Manufactured Housing.

• Consensus of two to prepare an ordinance rezoning Tax Parcel No. WA1906 284 from R-75 Residential to RM-75 Residential Manufactured Housing

City Commission

The City Commission will consider resolutions regarding a grade separation project and franchise fee notices. The meeting also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes and a privilege license renewal.

• Resolution to enter a Memorandum of Understanding with Ware County for the Albany Avenue Grade Separation Project
• Resolution to provide written notice of applicable franchise fee rates to Georgia Secretary of State and Plant Tiftnet, Inc. (Truvista)
• Privilege License renewal for Delicious Duo LLC at 215 Pendleton St. Ste 231 for beer and wine consumption on premises
• Approval of June 20, 2023, Planning and Information Session minutes
• Approval of June 20, 2023, City Commission meeting minutes

The City Commission approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the Ware County Board of Commissioners regarding the Albany Avenue Grade Separation Project. The commission also approved a privilege license for a local business and a resolution regarding franchise fee rates.

• Approved MOU with Ware County Board of Commissioners for Albany Avenue Grade Separation Project
• Approved privilege license for Delicious Duo LLC for beer and wine consumption on premises
• Approved resolution providing notice of franchise fee rate to Georgia Secretary of State and Plant Tiftnet, Inc. (Truvista)
• Approved June 20, 2023 Planning and Information Session minutes
• Approved June 20, 2023 City Commission meeting minutes

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss the Mayor’s Reading Club and a portable stage. Proposed resolutions include an agreement with Ware County on the Albany Avenue Grade Separation Project and franchise fee notices. A privilege license for Delicious Duo LLC is also listed.

• Resolution for Albany Avenue Grade Separation Project MOU with Ware County
• Privilege license for beer and wine at 215 Pendleton St. Ste 231
• Notice of franchise fee rate to Georgia Secretary of State and Truvista

The Planning and Information Session served as a discussion forum with no final votes taken. The commission reached a consensus to place two resolutions regarding a grade separation project and franchise fee rates on the following Tuesday's meeting agenda.

• Consensus to place Albany Avenue Grade Separation Project MOU resolution on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place Truvista franchise fee rate notice resolution on Tuesday agenda

City Commission

The City Commission will consider an ordinance to amend alcoholic beverage license fees. The meeting also includes a resolution regarding city elections for residents living in Pierce County.

• Ordinance to amend Chapter 6 alcoholic beverage license fees
• Privilege license renewal for Pizza Inn at 501 City Blvd.
• Resolution to set fees for one day or special event alcohol licenses
• Resolution allowing Ware County Board of Elections to conduct city elections for residents in Pierce County

The City Commission approved a resolution allowing the Ware County Board of Elections to conduct elections for residents living in Pierce County. The commission also established fees for special event alcohol licenses and approved a beer and wine license for Pizza Inn.

• Approved resolution allowing Ware County Board of Elections to conduct elections for residents in Pierce County
• Approved resolution establishing fees for one day or special event alcoholic beverage licenses
• Approved beer and wine license for Pizza Inn at 501 City Blvd.
• Approved consent calendar including minutes from June 5 and June 6, 2023, and an ordinance amending alcoholic beverage license fees
• Tabled Employee of the Month recognition

City Commission

The Planning & Information Session includes discussions on ARPA funds, TIA/SPLOST project submissions, and talent management. The commission will also review a privilege license for Pizza Inn at 501 City Blvd.

• Privilege License: Pizza Inn (Beer and Wine, Consumption on Premises)
• Resolution to establish fees for One Day or Special Event alcoholic beverage licenses
• Resolution to allow Ware County Board of Elections to conduct city elections for residents in Pierce County
• Discussion of ARPA Funds
• Discussion of TIA/SPLOST Project Submission

The Planning and Information Session consisted primarily of presentations and discussions. The commission reached a consensus to place two resolutions regarding alcoholic beverage licenses and election coordination on the Tuesday meeting agenda.

• Consensus to place resolution for One Day or Special Event alcoholic beverage license fees on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place resolution allowing Ware County Board of Elections to conduct voting for residents in Pierce County on Tuesday agenda

City Commission

The City Commission will review the Fiscal Year 2024 budgets and several ordinance second readings. Discussion includes zoning amendments, street and alley abandonments, and various service contract awards.

• Re-zone property at Bailey Street and Buchannon Street from R-50 to RS
• Abandon Isabella Street right of way and an alley between Mary Street and Carswell Avenue
• Privilege license for Jay Eklingi LLC at 1302 Sweat Street for beer and wine sales
• Contract with Cecil Eunice Trucking Company for grinding services and yard trash disposal
• Bid award to Lewis and Raulerson, Inc. for Fiscal Year 2024 fuel card service

The City Commission approved the Fiscal Year 2024 budgets and several service contracts for fuel cards, mosquito control, and yard trash removal. The board also passed ordinances regarding zoning changes, road abandonments, and updated alcoholic beverage fees.

• Approved Fiscal Year 2024 budgets (All in favor)
• Approved contract with Cecil Eunice Trucking Company for FY2024 grinding and yard trash disposal (All in favor)
• Awarded FY2024 fuel card service contract to Lewis and Raulerson, Inc. (All in favor)
• Awarded mosquito control chemical spray project to Adapco, Inc. (All in favor)
• Approved ordinance to amend alcoholic beverage license fees (All in favor)
• Approved alley and street/road abandonment policies and procedures (All in favor)
• Approved rezoning of Bailey Street and Buchannon Street corner from R-50 to RS (All in favor)
• Tabled Waycross and Ware County Planning Commission appointment for Post 6 (All in favor)

City Commission

The session includes discussions on ARPA funds, talent management, and ladder truck repairs. The Commission will consider resolutions for the FY2024 budget and new policies for alley and road abandonment. An ordinance to amend alcoholic beverage fees is also proposed.

• Proposed FY2024 City Budgets
• Mosquito control spray contract award to Adapco, Inc.
• Fuel card service contract award to Lewis and Raulerson, Inc.
• Yard trash removal contract with Cecil Eunice Trucking Company
• Ordinance amendment for alcoholic beverage fees

The Commission reached a consensus to place several proposed ordinances and resolutions on the Tuesday meeting agenda. No final votes were taken on the proposed contracts or budget. The Commission decided to keep its scheduled meeting date despite a holiday suggestion.

• Placed alcoholic beverage license fee ordinance on Tuesday agenda
• Placed Cecil Eunice Trucking Company yard trash contract on Tuesday agenda
• Placed Lewis and Raulerson, Inc. fuel card service contract on Tuesday agenda
• Placed Adapco, Inc. mosquito control project bid on Tuesday agenda
• Placed Fiscal Year 2024 budgets on Tuesday agenda
• Placed alley abandonment policy and procedure on Tuesday agenda
• Placed street and road abandonment policy and procedure on Tuesday agenda
• Decided by consensus to keep the meeting on the Monday before the 4th

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission is conducting a public hearing regarding the city budget. The meeting includes a budget presentation followed by comments from the Mayor and Commission.

• Budget public hearing

The City Commission conducted a public hearing for the FY2024 Budget. Finance Director Greg Smith presented the budget, and commissioners gave consent to the presentation as presented. No members of the public were present to offer remarks.

• Commissioners gave consent to the FY2024 budget presentation as presented

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission will consider rezoning requests for House Street and Bailey/Buchannon Street. The agenda also includes ordinances to close certain alleys and rights-of-way. Additionally, the commission will review neighborhood revitalization loans and grant program terms.

• Rezoning 1202 House Street from R-75 to RM-75 Residential
• Rezoning property at Bailey and Buchannon Streets to RS Single Family
• Ordinance to close parts of Isabella Street and an alley near Carswell Avenue
• Rehabilitation loan for 611 Owens Street via CDBG program
• Land sale for Lots 9-16 Commons Street

The Commission approved several ordinances regarding zoning amendments and the closure of public rights-of-way. It also authorized the sale of surplused real property on Commons Street and approved a rehabilitation loan for 611 Owens Street.

• Appointed Eunice Dixon to Waycross and Ware County Planning Commission Post 4
• Appointed Steven Burse to Waycross and Ware County Development Authority Board
• Approved bid for land sale of Lots 9-16 Commons Street
• Approved rezoning of Bailey Street and Buchannon Street from R-50 to RS-Single Family
• Approved closure of Isabella Street right-of-way and an alley from Mary Street to Carswell Avenue
• Approved amendments to Zoning Ordinance Article IX regarding enforcement and appeals
• Approved ordinance allowing public hearing notices to be published on the city website
• Approved deferred payment loan for rehabilitation of 611 Owens Street

City Commission

The Planning & Information Session includes discussions on various zoning amendments and property matters. The commission will review bids for land sale on Commons Street and consider several proposed ordinances regarding city code and street rights-of-way.

• Land Sale: Lots 9-16 Commons Street
• Rezoning: 1202 House Street from R-75 to RM-75
• Rezoning: Southern corner of Bailey Street and Buchannon Street from R-50 to RS
• Abandonment of right-of-way on Isabella Street and an alley between Mary Street and Carswell Avenue
• Deferred payment loan for rehabilitation assistance at 611 Owens Street

The Planning and Information Session reached consensus to place several land sales, rezoning requests, and ordinances on the upcoming Tuesday Commission Meeting agenda. The session included a budget presentation and discussions regarding board appointments.

• Consensus to place land sale of Lots 9-16 Commons Street on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to schedule public hearings for 1202 House Street rezoning and Zoning Code amendments on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place rezoning of Bailey Street and Buchannon Street on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place Isabella Street right-of-way abandonment ordinance on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place Zoning Ordinance administration and enforcement amendments on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place ordinance for website publication of public hearing notices on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place deferred payment loan for 611 Owens Street on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place sale of surplused real property on Commons Street and ARPA grant terms on Tuesday agenda

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning ordinance amendment. The petition seeks to rezone Tax Parcel No. WA0607 220 from R–50 Residential to RS–Single Family.

• Rezoning of Tax Parcel No. WA0607 220 from R–50 Residential to RS–Single Family

The Commission approved an amendment to the zoning ordinance to rezone Tax Parcel No. WA0607 220 from R-50 Residential to RS-Single Family. The decision followed a statement from Community Improvement Director Marc Hawkins.

• Approved rezoning of Tax Parcel No. WA0607 220 from R-50 Residential to RS-Single Family (All in favor)

City Commission

The City Commission will review several annual service bids and a contract for the Waycross Police Department Special Operations Building. The agenda also includes ordinances to abandon portions of alleys in South Deenwood and Northside subdivisions.

• Awarding bid contract to Lamar Johnson Construction for WPD Special Operations Building
• Resolution to extend agreement with Gateway Realty to market city-owned properties
• Ordinance to close an unopened alley in Block 72 of South Deenwood Subdivision
• Ordinance to close an unopened alley in Block L of Northside Subdivision
• Annual bids for fire extinguishers, oil & lubricants, WPD K-9 vet services, and pest control

The City Commission approved a construction contract for the Police Department Special Operations Building and extended a marketing agreement with Gateway Realty. The board also approved several annual service bids and an ordinance to close a portion of an unopened alley in the Northside Subdivision.

• Approved bid contract to Lamar Johnson Construction for Police Department Special Operations Building
• Approved resolution to extend agreement with Gateway Realty to market and sell city-owned properties
• Approved ordinance to abandon and close a portion of an unopened alley in Northside Subdivision
• Approved continuation of contractors for annual fire extinguisher, oil & lubricants, vet services for WPD K-9, and pest control bids
• Approved Bid# FY 23-09 Phase 1A & 1B Armory
• Recommendation of Steven Burse to WWDA Board failed for lack of a second

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a planning and information session regarding several city business items. Discussion topics include the sale of property on Commons Street and a contract for the Waycross Police Department Special Operations Building.

• Land Sale: Lots 9-16 Commons Street
• Bid# FY 23-09 Phase 1A & 1B Armory
• Ordinance to close a portion of an unopened alley in Northside Subdivision
• Resolution to award contract to Lamar Johnson Construction for WPD Special Operations Building
• Annual bids for fire extinguishers, oil/lubricants, K-9 vet services, and pest control

The Planning and Information Session focused on moving items to the next formal meeting. The commission reached a consensus to place multiple annual service bids and a proposed alley closure ordinance on the Tuesday agenda.

• Consensus to place Annual Fire Extinguisher Bid on Tuesday agenda (4-0)
• Consensus to place Annual Oil & Lubricants Bid on Tuesday agenda (4-0)
• Consensus to place Annual Vet Services for WPD K-9 Unit on Tuesday agenda (4-0)
• Consensus to place Annual Pest Control Services on Tuesday agenda (4-0)
• Consensus to place Bid# FY 23-09 Phase 1A & 1B Armory on Tuesday agenda (4-0)
• Consensus to place ordinance to abandon and close portion of alley in Northside Subdivision on Tuesday agenda

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a petition to close and abandon a ten foot wide alley. The alley is located in Block L of the Northside Subdivision between Martin Luther King Drive and Daniel Street.

• Petition to close and abandon a 10' wide alley in Block L of Northside Subdivision
• Alley location: Charlton Street to Clough Street, between Martin Luther King Drive and Daniel Street

The Waycross City Commission held a public hearing and unanimously approved a petition to close and abandon a 10-foot-wide alley in Block L of Northside Subdivision, running between Charlton and Clough Streets and between Martin Luther King Drive and Daniel Street. The motion was made by Commissioner Strickland, seconded by Commissioner Felder, and all commissioners voted in favor. No other decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after 5 minutes.

• Approved closing and abandoning a 10-foot alley in Block L of Northside Subdivision (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission will review several official actions including a property annexation at Mary Street and Augusta Avenue. The agenda also includes an ordinance to close a portion of an unopened alley in South Deenwood Subdivision and a resolution regarding a GEFA loan agreement.

• Annexation of property at Mary Street and Augusta Avenue for C-2 Highway Commercial zoning
• Ordinance to abandon and close a portion of an unopened alley in Block 72 of South Deenwood Subdivision
• Resolution to approve loan agreement for GEFA Loan Number CW2021041
• Bid# FY23-11 for Zero Turn Mowers

The Waycross City Commission approved the consent calendar (including minutes and an annexation ordinance), a bid for zero-turn mowers, an ordinance to abandon a portion of an unopened alley, and a resolution for a GEFA loan agreement. All votes were unanimous. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved consent calendar including minutes and annexation ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved Bid #FY23-11 for zero-turn mowers (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance to abandon and close portion of unopened alley in Block 72 of South Deenwood Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for GEFA Loan Agreement CW2021041 (unanimous)

City Commission

The commission will discuss a resolution to approve GEFA Loan Agreement CW2021041 and an ordinance regarding an alley in the South Deenwood Subdivision. The session also includes reviewing bids for zero turn mowers.

• Bid# FY23-11 for Zero Turn Mowers
• Ordinance to close part of an alley in Block 72, South Deenwood Subdivision
• Resolution to approve GEFA Loan Agreement CW2021041

The Planning and Information Session was used to review bids and ordinances for future action. No final votes were taken on the items discussed; instead, the commission reached a consensus to move specific items to the Tuesday Commission Meeting Agenda.

• Consensus to place Bid# FY23-11 Zero Turn Mowers on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place ordinance to abandon and close alley in South Deenwood Subdivision on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place resolution for GEFA Loan Number CW2021041 on Tuesday agenda

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a petition to close and abandon a 10-foot wide alley. The proposed action affects Block 72 of the South Deenwood Subdivision, running from Garlington Avenue toward Columbus Street.

• Petition to close and abandon a 10-foot wide alley in South Deenwood Subdivision

The City Commission held a public hearing to consider the closure of a 10-foot wide alley. The commission voted to approve the closure and abandonment of the alley.

• Approved closing and abandoning 10-foot wide alley in Block 72 of South Deenwood Subdivision (Unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider several public hearings regarding rezoning and right-of-way closures. The agenda includes an ordinance for property annexation at Mary Street and Augusta Avenue, as well as resolutions for utility agreements and police body armor.

• Public hearing for Bailey Street School Property re-zoning
• Public hearing to close portion of Isabella Street right of way and alley
• Ordinance to abandon North Dakota Avenue right of way and an alley
• Annexation of property at Mary Street and Augusta Avenue into C-2 Highway Commercial
• Resolution to approve purchase of body armor for the Waycross Police Department

The City Commission approved an ordinance to annex property at Mary Street and Augusta Avenue as C-2 Highway Commercial. The board also approved a utility agreement for the State Road 38 Bridge Project and the purchase of police body armor.

• Approved annexation of property at Mary Street and Augusta Avenue as C-2 Highway Commercial
• Approved ordinance to close right of way for North Dakota Avenue and an alley from South Dakota Avenue to Glenmore Avenue
• Approved bid WAYX 23-13 for Surplus Weight Machine
• Approved utility agreement with Georgia Department of Transportation for State Road 38 Bridge Project
• Approved purchase of body armor for Waycross Police Department
• Approved agreements for employee reimbursement for Peace Officer Standards and Training costs
• Scheduled public hearings for May 16, 2023, regarding Bailey Street School re-zoning, Isabella Street right of way, and a zoning ordinance amendment

City Commission

The Planning & Information Session includes discussions on engineering modifications for Knight Avenue and City Boulevard. The Commission will consider public hearings regarding the Bailey Street School property and Isabella Street right of way. Several resolutions are proposed involving utility agreements, body armor purchases, and engineering services.

• Annexation of property at Mary Street and Augusta Avenue to C-2 Highway Commercial
• Proposed closing of a portion of Isabella Street Right of Way and Alley
• Re-zoning of Bailey Street School Property
• Resolution for body armor purchase for the Waycross Police Department
• Utility agreement with Georgia DOT for State Road 38 Bridge Project

The Planning and Information Session reached consensus to place an annexation ordinance and three resolutions on the next day's agenda. The commission also agreed to send a letter of support for signal modifications at Knight Avenue and City Boulevard. No final votes were taken as this was an information session.

• Consensus to place surplus weight machine bid (WAYX 23-13) on Commission Meeting Agenda
• Tabled engineering services bid (SRC FY23-01) for further review by City Manager
• Consensus to send letter of support for Knight Avenue and City Boulevard Signal Modification
• Consensus to place Mary Street and Augusta Avenue annexation ordinance on tomorrow's agenda
• Consensus to place GDOT State Road 38 Bridge Project utility agreement on tomorrow's agenda
• Consensus to place police department body armor purchase resolution on tomorrow's agenda
• Consensus to place POST training cost reimbursement agreements on tomorrow's agenda
• Consensus to remove T.R. Long Engineering CDBG projects resolution from the agenda

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a petition to annex property located at 1920 Mary Street into the City of Waycross. The meeting includes a statement from the Community Improvement Department and opportunities for public comment.

• Annexation of property at 1920 Mary Street (Tax Parcel Nos. WA0208 012, WA0208 013, and WA0208 015)

The City Commission held a public hearing regarding the zoning and annexation of property at 1920 Mary Street. Following legal advice, the commission decided to proceed with preparing the ordinance for a future vote.

• Decided to proceed with preparing the Ordinance for a vote regarding the annexation of 1920 Mary Street

City Commission

The City Commission will consider a utility agreement with the Georgia Department of Transportation for the State Road 38 Bridge Project. The agenda also includes a resolution to purchase body armor for the Waycross Police Department. Additionally, the commission will review an ordinance to close portions of North Dakota Avenue and an alleyway.

• Utility agreement with GDOT for State Road 38 Bridge Project
• Purchase of body armor for Waycross Police Department
• Ordinance to abandon right-of-way on North Dakota Avenue and a nearby alley
• Bid for surplus weight machine (WAYX 23-13)

No votes were taken on official actions because there was no quorum present. The meeting included an employee of the month presentation and reports from the City Manager and Mayor.

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss a water main relocation on Memorial Drive and the scheduling of budget meetings. Proposed resolutions include a utility agreement with GDOT for the State Road 38 Bridge Project and the purchase of body armor for the Waycross Police Department.

• Utility agreement with GDOT for State Road 38 Bridge Project
• Purchase of body armor for Waycross Police Department
• Water main relocation on Memorial Drive
• Bid for surplus weight machine WAYX 23-16

The meeting was a planning and information session where no official votes were taken due to the absence of a quorum. Commissioners and staff discussed budget scheduling, potential new staff positions, and infrastructure projects.

• No official actions taken due to absence of a quorum

City Commission

The City Commission approved a resolution to promote civility and a joint resolution with Ware County for the Albany Avenue Project. The board also authorized a Homeland Security grant for the police department and a utility aid agreement for the State Road 38 bridge. An ordinance to close a right-of-way on North Dakota Avenue and a ten-foot-wide alley was passed.

• Approved ordinance to close 60-foot right-of-way on North Dakota Avenue and 10-foot alley from South Dakota Avenue to Glenmore Avenue
• Approved resolution to practice and promote civility in the City of Waycross
• Approved joint resolution with Ware County regarding Albany Avenue Project
• Approved FY 2022 Homeland Security Grant Program Agreement for Waycross Police Department
• Approved utility aid MOU with Georgia DOT for State Road 38 (U.S. Highway 84) bridge improvement
• Approved bid for WAYX 23-13 Surplus Extractor Washing Machine
• Approved privilege license for Johns Game Room (668 Oak Street) for beer consumption on premises
• Scheduled public hearings for April 18 and May 2 regarding rezoning and alley closures

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission is holding a planning and information session to discuss several local developments. The agenda includes a rezoning request for 220 Bailey Street and an ordinance to close portions of North Dakota Avenue. The commission will also consider resolutions regarding the Albany Avenue Project and bridge improvements at the Satilla River.

• Rezoning consideration for 220 Bailey Street (WA0607)
• Ordinance to abandon right of way on North Dakota Avenue and an alley
• Joint resolution with Ware County regarding the Albany Avenue Project
• Utility Aid MOU with GDOT for bridge improvements on State Road 38 at the Satilla River
• Homeland Security Grant Program Agreement for the Waycross Police Department

City Commission

The Planning and Information Session resulted in a consensus to place several bids, rezoning requests, and resolutions on future Commission Meeting agendas. No final votes were taken on the proposed ordinances or resolutions during this session.

• Consensus to place bid WAYX 23-12 (Surplus Extractor Washing Machine) on Commission Meeting Agenda
• Consensus to place public hearing for rezoning of WA0607 220 (Bailey Street) on Commission Meeting Agenda
• Consensus to place Johns Game Room privilege license on Today's Commission Meeting Agenda
• Consensus to place Resolution to Promote Civility on tomorrow's commission meeting agenda
• Consensus to place Joint Resolution with Ware County regarding Albany Avenue Project on tomorrow's commission meeting agenda
• Consensus to place Resolution for FY 2022 Homeland Security Grant Program Agreement on tomorrow's commission meeting agenda
• Consensus to place Resolution for Utility Aid MOU with GDOT for State Road 38 bridge project on tomorrow's commission meeting agenda

City Commission

The Commission will consider resolutions for 2023 election qualifying fees and several GEFA loans. The agenda also includes approving rehabilitation loans for properties on Owens Street and a fireworks agreement for July 4, 2023.

• Ordinance to close an unopened alley in Gilchrist Park Subdivision
• Resolution establishing 2013 election qualifying fees and periods
• Authorization of three GEFA loans via IRS Form 8038-G
• Deferred payment loans for rehabilitation at 612 and 614 Owens Street
• Fireworks display agreement with Pyrotecnico, Inc.

The City Commission approved several resolutions, including deferred payment loans for two properties on Owens Street and a fireworks agreement for July 4, 2023. The commission also set the qualifying fees and period for the 2023 elections.

• Approved Resolution to establish qualifying fees and period for 2023 elections
• Approved Resolution to execute IRS Form 8038-G for three Georgia Environmental Finance Authority loans
• Approved deferred payment loan for rehabilitation at 612 Owens Street
• Approved deferred payment loan for rehabilitation at 614 Owens Street
• Approved fireworks display agreement with Pyrotecnico, Inc. for July 4, 2023
• Approved Consent Calendar, including minutes from February 6, 2023, and an ordinance to close an unopened alley in Block 50 of Gilchrist Park Subdivision
• Scheduled public hearing for March 21, 2023, regarding the zoning of property being annexed into the city

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission will hold a planning and information session to discuss several city matters. Agenda items include merit increases, engineering updates for Highway 84, and the Albany Avenue construction project. The commission will also review resolutions regarding election fees and community development loans.

• Resolution establishing 2023 election qualifying fees and periods
• Authorization of three GEFA loans via IRS Form 8038-G
• Deferred payment loans for rehabilitation at 612 and 614 Owens Street
• Fireworks display agreement with Pyrotecnico, Inc.
• Utility relocation for Hwy 84 Satilla Bridge

The Commission reached a consensus to move forward with a program to make Waycross a hub for violent crime assistance, requiring $170,000 in city funds to be reimbursed via a Federal Homeland Grant. The body also declined to provide a letter attesting that Winona Park is a city park. Several resolutions were tabled for the following day's meeting.

• Approved funding $170,000 for Formulytics violent crime hub (consensus)
• Denied request to provide letter attesting Winona Park is a City Park (consensus)
• Tabled merit increases for upcoming Retreat (consensus)
• Scheduled public hearing for March 21, 2023, regarding annexation and zoning of 1920 Mary Street
• Placed resolution for 2023 election qualifying fees on next day's agenda (consensus)
• Placed resolution for GEFA loans and Power of Attorney on next day's agenda (consensus)
• Placed deferred payment loans for 612 and 614 Owens Street on next day's agenda (consensus)
• Placed Pyrotecnico, Inc. Fourth of July fireworks agreement on next day's agenda (consensus)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider appointing a new City Manager and approving several resolutions. Agenda items include fire truck financing, property sales, and an ordinance to close an alley in Gilchrist Park Subdivision.

• Appointment of a City Manager via employment agreement
• Financing for a Pierce Saber Fire Pumper Truck with Cogent Bank
• Ordinance to close an alley in Block 50 of Gilchrist Park Subdivision
• Contract price increase for the Albany Avenue Resurfacing Project
• Sale of surplus land on Brunswick Avenue

The City Commission appointed a new City Manager and approved the sale of surplus land and equipment. The board also authorized financing for a fire truck and modified two GEFA loan agreements.

• Appointed new City Manager, Mr. Rayford (All in favor)
• Approved sale of 0.117 acre surplus land on Brunswick Avenue (All in favor)
• Approved sale of surplus cellphones and 80 Glock 22/27 pistols (All in favor)
• Approved financing for Pierce Saber Fire Pumper Truck with Cogent Bank (All in favor)
• Approved appointment of Barbara Miller to Ware County Board of Health (All in favor)
• Approved ordinance to close unopened alley in Gilchrist Park Subdivision (All in favor)
• Approved modification of GEFA loans CW2020002 and DW2020009 (All in favor)
• Resolution to increase Albany Avenue Resurfacing project price declared dead

City Commission

The Planning & Information Session includes discussions on public safety equipment and infrastructure projects. Proposed resolutions include appointing a new City Manager and modifying GEFA loans. The session also covers bids for surplus land and firearms.

• Resolution to appoint a City Manager
• Contract price increase for the Albany Avenue Resurfacing Project
• Financing terms for a Pierce Saber Fire Pumper Truck
• Ordinance to close an alley in Gilchrist Park Subdivision
• Bids for surplus land on Brunswick Avenue and Glock pistols

The meeting was a planning and information session. No votes were recorded and no formal decisions were made on the proposed ordinances, resolutions, or bids discussed.

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a public hearing to consider closing and abandoning a ten-foot wide alley. The alley is located in Block 50 of the Gilchrist Park Subdivision, running from Holmes Street to Washington Avenue.

• Proposed closure and abandonment of a 10-foot wide alley in Gilchrist Park Subdivision

The City Commission held a public hearing to consider the closure of a 10-foot wide alley. The Commission voted to approve the closing and abandonment of the alley running from Holmes Street to Washington Avenue.

• Approved closing and abandoning 10-foot wide alley in Block 50 of Gilchrist Park Subdivision

City Commission

This meeting consists primarily of procedural items and official reports. The commission will review employee awards and approve minutes from sessions held on January 3, 2023. No new ordinances, bids, or resolutions are listed for consideration.

• Approval of January 3, 2023, meeting minutes
• Recognition of Employee of the Month and Employee of the Year

The City Commission approved a contract with Jackson Surveying, Inc. for four stormwater utility projects. The board also authorized the sale of surplus fire department equipment and a land parcel on Brunswick Avenue. Additionally, several privilege license renewals and one new license were approved.

• Approved privilege license renewals for Wally’s, Bunky’s, and Shell City (All in favor)
• Approved privilege license for Torero Too Mexican Restaurant (All in favor)
• Approved sale of surplus Fire Dept. outdated exercise equipment (All in favor)
• Approved bid for Stormwater Utility Surveying Services (All in favor)
• Approved sale of surplus land on Brunswick Ave Parcel WA0803 085A (All in favor)
• Approved resolution to declare property between Albany Ave and Brunswick Ave as surplus for sale (All in favor)
• Awarded contract to Jackson Surveying, Inc. for four stormwater utility projects (All in favor)
• Rescheduled February first Tuesday meeting to Monday, February 6, 2023 (All in favor)

City Commission

The session includes discussions on public works equipment repairs and potential purchases. The commission will also consider resolutions regarding surplus land and a surveying contract for stormwater projects.

• Resolution to declare property between Albany Avenue and Brunswick Avenue as surplus
• Contract award to Jackson Surveying, Inc. for four stormwater utility projects
• Bids for stormwater utility surveying services and fire department equipment
• Privilege license renewals for Wally’s, Bunky’s, and Shell City

The Commission reached a consensus to cancel Channel 10 and agreed to repair a bucket truck for an estimated $75,000. Several bids, license renewals, and resolutions were moved to the day's regular commission meeting agenda. The body also agreed to put a used mini excavator out for bid and purchase new weapons for the WPD.

• Cancelled Channel 10 (4-1)
• Consensus to repair bucket truck for estimated $75,000
• Consensus to put used mini excavator out for bid
• Consensus to purchase new WPD weapons via trade-in
• Moved surplus property bids (Fire Dept equipment and Brunswick Ave parcel) to commission agenda
• Moved Stormwater Utility Surveying Services bid to commission agenda
• Moved four privilege license renewals to commission agenda
• Moved resolutions for surplus property sale and Jackson Surveying, Inc. contract to commission agenda

City Commission

The Commission will elect a Mayor Pro Tempore and confirm various city officers and executive appointments. The agenda also includes the renewal of privilege licenses for several local businesses.

• Election of Mayor Pro Tempore
• Confirmation of City Attorney, City Engineer, and other city officers
• Appointments to the Downtown Waycross Development Authority and Mayor’s Youth Council
• Privilege license renewals for Qee’s Company, Dollar General, and Aden’s Minit Market
• Approval of minutes from December 19 and December 20, 2022

The Commission elected Commissioner Sheinita Bennett as Mayor Pro Tempore for 2023. The body also confirmed the appointments of city officers, executive positions, and the Pension Committee for Retirement Fund. Additionally, the commission approved three privilege license renewals via the consent calendar.

• Elected Commissioner Sheinita Bennett as Mayor Pro Tempore (All in favor)
• Confirmed pronouncement of City Officers, including City Attorney Rick Currie and City Engineer ESG Engineering (All in favor)
• Confirmed appointments to Waycross Ware County Development Authority, Library Board of Trustees, and Mayor’s Youth Council (All in favor)
• Confirmed Pension Committee for Retirement Fund members (All in favor)
• Approved minutes from December 19 and December 20, 2022 (All in favor)
• Approved privilege license renewal for Qee’s Company (All in favor)
• Approved privilege license renewal for Dollar General (All in favor)
• Approved privilege license renewal for Aden’s Minit Market (All in favor)

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission will hold a planning and information session to discuss water meters and various board appointments. The agenda also includes the review of privilege license renewals for local businesses.

• Privilege license renewal for Qee’s Company at 670 Oak Street
• Privilege license renewal for Dollar General at 1803 Knight Avenue
• Privilege license renewal for Aden’s Minit Market at 2198 Brunel Street
• Discussion regarding water meters
• Discussion regarding appointments to various boards, agencies, and authorities

The Commission held a planning and information session to discuss city operations and board appointments. No formal votes were recorded on ordinances or bids, and the decision regarding Channel 10 was tabled. The meeting adjourned to enter an executive session regarding personnel.

• Tabled decision on whether to keep Channel 10
• Adjourned to enter executive session for personnel (All in favor)