Waycross public meetings in 2024

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission held a public hearing and unanimously approved a zoning amendment for property at Brunel Street, Howe Street, and Haines Avenue, changing it from C-2 Highway Commercial to R-50 Residential. The applicant, True North Way LLC, plans to build six Victorian-style apartment buildings with 66-72 one-bedroom units, targeting workforce housing. The motion was made by Mayor Pro Temp Alvin Nelson, seconded by Commissioner Felder, and all commissioners voted in favor.

• Approved rezoning of Brunel Street parcel from C-2 Highway Commercial to R-50 Residential (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn public hearing (unanimous)

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission approved a 4% cost-of-living salary increase for all city employees for the FY 2025-2026 budget, a $95,127 transfer to fund fire department promotions, and the sale of 36.29 acres of surplus land on N. Augusta Avenue (Scout Lake) by sealed bids or auction. The commission also approved a resolution to relocate city facilities for the Ossie Davis Parkway overpass project and authorized repairs to a Public Works backhoe. A motion to approve the sale of the surplus land passed 3-2, with districts 3 and 4 voting no.

• Approved 4% COLA salary increase for all city employees for FY 2025-2026 (unanimous)
• Approved $95,127 transfer from General Fund to Fire Department for promotions (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 36.29-acre surplus property on N. Augusta Ave (Scout Lake) by sealed bids/auction (3-2, districts 3 & 4 no)
• Approved $88,006.21 MOU with GDOT to relocate city facilities for Ossie Davis Parkway overpass (unanimous)
• Approved $10,110.88 for John Deere 310SL backhoe repairs for Public Works (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance closing and abandoning portion of Palm Beach Ave right-of-way (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including 23 privilege license renewals (unanimous)
• Approved sending out bid for warehouse repair and renovation (unanimous)

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission held a planning session, approving a $95,127 budget amendment for fire department pay realignment and consenting to a 3% residential water/sewer rate increase (with commercial rates deferred to January). The Board of Ethics recommended prosecution of Commissioner Katrena Felder for credit card misuse; the commission will hold a public hearing after a possible appeal.

• Approved $95,127 budget amendment for fire department pay realignment (unanimous consent)
• Consented to 3% residential water/sewer rate increase; commercial rate decision deferred to January
• Consented to surplus 36.29-acre Scout Lake property for sale (with timber appraisal)
• Consented to warehouse repair and renovation bid (estimated $25,000-$30,000)
• Consented to $10,110.88 backhoe repair for Public Works
• Consented to ARPA fund allocation for fire truck repairs, street maintenance, warehouse repair, document scanning, and park repairs
• Ethics Board recommended prosecution of Commissioner Felder for credit card misuse; commission to schedule hearing
• Appointed Janelle Walker as second alternate to Ethics Board for pending complaint

City Commission

The City Commission approved holiday bonuses for employees and the sale of surplus land on N. Augusta Avenue. Proposals for a Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) and a new employee handbook failed to pass. The Commission also approved several privilege license renewals and participation in an amicus brief for a legal appeal.

• Approved holiday bonuses (unanimous)
• Approved sale of surplus land at N. Augusta Ave (unanimous)
• COLA proposal failed (1-2)
• Employee handbook proposal failed (1-2)
• Approved 19 privilege license renewals (unanimous)
• Approved participation in Chang v. City of Milton amicus brief (unanimous)

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission's Dec. 2, 2024 Planning and Information Session did not have a quorum, so no votes or consensus were taken. Items presented for future action included a surplus land sale on N. Augusta Ave (Scout Lake), a utility rate study proposing a 7% commercial sewer adjustment and 3% residential/commercial increases over three years, a 4.0% COLA proposal, SPLOST FY2023 spending, six police vehicle purchases, and charter and handbook changes. A resolution to join an amicus brief in the Chang v. City of Milton appeal was discussed and there was consensus to place it on the Tuesday agenda. The meeting adjourned into executive session at 6:31 p.m. for property matters.

• No votes taken — commission lacked quorum (only two commissioners present)
• Consensus to place amicus brief resolution (Chang v. City of Milton) on Tuesday agenda
• Surplus land sale at N. Augusta Ave (Scout Lake) presented, no action due to no quorum
• Utility conversion study results presented for future vote; no action taken
• COLA 3-6% discussed; city manager proposed 4.0% resolution, no action taken
• Six police vehicle purchase discussed; no action taken
• Charter and handbook changes discussed; no action taken
• Adjourned to executive session at 6:31 p.m. for property

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission tabled a Board of Zoning and Appeals approval and set public hearings for December 17 for re-zonings on Brunel Street (4:45 p.m.) and Victory Drive (4:30 p.m.). The commission approved four privilege license renewals, a resolution to purchase Christmas lighting, and a resolution to purchase a submersible pump for the wastewater treatment plant. New Ethics Board members were drawn, with Jene Walker replaced by Kit Brinson due to a runoff election.

• Tabled Board of Zoning and Appeals approval (all agreed)
• Set public hearing for re-zoning of Brunel Street for Dec. 17 at 4:45 p.m.
• Set public hearing for re-zoning of Victory Drive for Dec. 17 at 4:30 p.m.
• Approved privilege license renewals for Applebee's, Walgreens, American Legion Post 517, and Two Guys Beverage (all in favor)
• Approved resolution to purchase Christmas lighting (all in favor)
• Approved resolution to purchase submersible pump for wastewater treatment plant (all in favor)
• Drew names for new Ethics Board; Jene Walker replaced with Kit Brinson

City Commission

The City Commission held a planning session to review potential surplus land, infrastructure updates, and administrative policies. Commissioners tabled a resolution to surplus 36.29 acres at Scout Lake pending further review of property agreements. The Commission also discussed upcoming charter changes, utility rate studies, and the procurement of police vehicles.

• Tabled resolution to surplus Scout Lake property (4-0)
• Consensus to place four privilege license renewals on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place Scriven Avenue road repair on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place purchase of six police vehicles on Tuesday agenda
• Approved $49,097.46 for wastewater plant pump replacement (4-0)
• Moved to executive session for personnel matters (4-0)

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission approved the 2025 holiday calendar, declared surplus property (20 cell phones, 2 hot spots, and a 1985 Nissan forklift) for sale on GovDeals.com, and approved the purchase of a new tractor and 25-foot boom mower for Public Works. All votes were unanimous. The meeting also included approval of the consent calendar, privilege license renewals, and the employee of the month presentation.

• Approved 2025 holiday calendar (unanimous)
• Approved surplus declaration for 20 cell phones, 2 hot spots, and 1985 Nissan forklift (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of new tractor and 25-foot boom mower for Public Works (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes from Sept 3 and Oct 8 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved privilege license renewals for 8 businesses (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission held a planning and information session, reaching consensus to place several items on the next day's agenda: declaring 20 cell phones, 2 hotspots, and a 1985 Nissan forklift as surplus; purchasing a 25-foot boom mower from Dixon Tractor Company for $217,995; and approving the 2025 holiday calendar. The commission also discussed a pay raise presentation, road and park updates, stop sign evaluations, and a board nomination, but took no final votes. The meeting adjourned to executive session for personnel matters.

• Consensus to place surplus declaration (20 cell phones, 2 hotspots, 1985 Nissan forklift) on Tuesday agenda (unanimous)
• Consensus to place purchase of 25-foot boom mower from Dixon Tractor Company for $217,995 on Tuesday agenda (unanimous)
• Consensus to place 2025 holiday calendar resolution on Tuesday agenda (unanimous)
• Consensus to place Brian Jackson nomination to Waycross-Ware County Development Authority on Tuesday agenda (unanimous)

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission met for a planning and information session originally scheduled for September 30, 2024, but delayed due to Hurricane Helene. The meeting consisted of presentations, bid reviews, and discussions regarding city infrastructure, finance, and park improvements. No formal votes or final legislative actions were recorded in the provided minutes.

• Presented proclamation for Georgia Reads Day
• Reviewed bids for dirt paving, park improvements, and 2024 paving
• Discussed ARPA utilization, infrastructure, and software updates
• Reviewed privilege license application for The Stevens Venue

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission approved a resolution awarding the 2024 paving project contract for ten streets to East Coast Asphalt LLC of Douglas, Georgia. The commission also approved the FY2024-2025 budget and set a special called meeting for October 30 to consider mileage rate approval. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved 2024 paving contract for 10 streets to East Coast Asphalt LLC (unanimous)
• Approved FY2024-2025 city budget (unanimous)
• Scheduled special called meeting for Oct 30 at 4:00pm for mileage rate approval (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission held a Planning & Information Session on October 14, 2024, but lacked a quorum, so no formal votes were taken. The commission discussed the 2024 paving project (with a $2.5 million bid for ten streets), a proposed millage rate rollback to 8.748, ARPA fund utilization, storm recovery efforts, a proposed 'Municipalities 101' citizen course, and a workforce housing project on Bailey Street. Two resolutions—awarding the paving contract and approving the FY2024-2025 budget—were on the agenda but were not acted on due to the lack of quorum.

• No quorum; no votes taken on any agenda item
• 2024 Paving Project contract resolution not voted on (no quorum)
• FY2024-2025 budget approval resolution not voted on (no quorum)
• Discussed $2.5M paving bid for 10 streets; options for remaining T-SPLOST funds
• Discussed proposed millage rate rollback to 8.748 (from 11.0130)
• Discussed ARPA fund reallocation (~$326,723 remaining)
• Discussed storm debris recovery efforts and two-month cleanup timeline
• Discussed Bailey Street workforce housing project (16 homes, $900K SPLOST request)

City Commission

The City Commission is meeting to declare a local state of emergency and reschedule meetings due to Tropical Storm Helene. The body will also consider awarding contracts for road paving and park improvements.

• Ordinance declaring a Local State of Emergency for Tropical Storm Helene
• Contract award to Thrift Brothers LLC for dirt paving on Boulevard, Georgia, Morehouse, Greenwood, Browns Alley, and East Hamilton streets
• Contract award to ICB Construction Group, INC. for ARPA INO Park Improvements at Bailey St., Elizabeth, and Garlington Parks
• Privilege license for beer, wine, and liquor consumption at The Stephens Venue (773 Ossie Davis Parkway)
• Scheduling of public hearings for Sawdust Trail and the alley closing of Palm Avenue

The Waycross City Commission held a meeting on October 8, 2024, which was rescheduled from October 1 due to Hurricane Helene. The supplied minutes record procedural items, reports, and administrative scheduling, but do not record final votes or outcomes for the listed agenda items such as minute approvals, privilege license renewals, bids, ordinances, or resolutions.

• Rescheduled the meeting from October 1 to October 8, 2024, due to Hurricane Helene
• Rescheduled hearing date for alley closing of Palm Avenue

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission will consider a declaration of a local state of emergency for Tropical Storm Helene. It will also vote on resolutions to award contracts for a six‑street dirt paving project, a ten‑street 2024 paving project, and an ARPA-funded park improvement project. Additional discussion includes finance updates, infrastructure updates, and a liquor license renewal for The Stephens Venue.

• Ordinance declaring a local state of emergency for Tropical Storm Helene
• Resolution awarding Thrift Brothers LLC the dirt paving contract for six streets
• Resolution awarding East Coast Asphalt LLC the 2024 paving contract for ten streets
• Resolution awarding ICB Construction Group, Inc. the ARPA park improvement contract for Bailey, Elizabeth, and Garlington Parks
• Renewal of a beer, wine, and liquor consumption license for The Stephens Venue at 773 Ossie Davis Parkway

The Waycross City Commission held a planning and information session on October 7, 2024, after rescheduling from September 30 due to Hurricane Helene. The session included discussions on bids, finance, ARPA utilization, infrastructure, and a privilege license application. The provided minutes do not record final votes or formal adoptions for these items.

• Rescheduled meeting from September 30 to October 7, 2024, due to Hurricane Helene (procedural)

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission will meet to approve minutes from prior meetings, an ordinance to close an alley between Pendergast, Plummer, Wadley, and Wilkerson Streets, and resolutions including a new Ameris Bank credit card contract, mutual aid authorization with the Ware County Board of Education, and the sale of City Blvd Lot 3 (1.96 acres).

• Close alley between Pendergast, Plummer, Wadley, and Wilkerson Streets
• Approve new Ameris Bank credit card contract for the city
• Authorize mutual aid between Waycross Police and Ware County Board of Education Police
• Approve sale of City Blvd Lot 3 (1.96 acres, parcel WA1902 036)
• Consider offer on City Blvd-Lot 3

The commission heard that the Georgia Supreme Court granted Alvin Nelson's motion to stay a superior court order that had scheduled a new election for District 5 City Commissioner. The commission then approved the consent calendar, including alley closure and minutes, and passed resolutions for a new bank credit card, mutual aid with the school board police, and sale of City Blvd Lot 3. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved consent calendar including alley closure ordinance and prior meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved offer for City Blvd Lot 3 (unanimous)
• Approved Ameris Bank credit card contract resolution (unanimous)
• Approved mutual aid resolution between Waycross Police and Ware County Board of Education Police (unanimous)
• Approved sale and transfer of 1.96 acres on City Blvd Lot 3 (unanimous)

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission will vote on three resolutions: a new Ameris Bank credit‑card contract, mutual‑aid authority for the Waycross Police Department and Ware County Board of Education Police Department, and the sale and transfer of City Blvd Lot 3 (1.96 acres, parcel WA1902 036). The agenda also includes a request to approve an offer on City Blvd‑Lot 3 and updates on finance, budget fees, and infrastructure projects such as the GDOT truck route.

• Resolution to approve New Ameris Bank credit‑card contract for the city
• Resolution to authorize mutual‑aid between Waycross Police and Ware County Board of Education Police
• Resolution to approve sale and transfer of City Blvd Lot 3 (1.96 acres, parcel WA1902 036)
• Request for approval of offer on City Blvd‑Lot 3
• Infrastructure updates: alley cut schedule, pavement & parks, GDOT truck route

The Waycross City Commission held a planning session where it reached consensus to place three items on the next day's agenda: accepting a $17,500 offer for City Blvd Lot 3, approving a new Ameris Bank credit card contract, and authorizing a mutual aid agreement between the Waycross Police Department and Ware County Board of Education Police. The commission also reinstated Commissioner Alvin Nelson to his District 5 seat following a Georgia Supreme Court stay of a lower court order, and selected an ethics board to hear a complaint. No final votes were taken at this session.

• Consensus to place City Blvd Lot 3 sale ($17,500) on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place new Ameris Bank credit card contract on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place WPD/Ware BOE mutual aid resolution on Tuesday agenda
• Commissioner Alvin Nelson reinstated to District 5 seat per Supreme Court stay
• Ethics board selected by lottery: Earl Martin, Lorene Regulus, Shawn Taylor, Albert Bussey, Martin Gray
• Discussed FY25 budget; no approval, public hearing scheduled for October 1

City Commission

The City Commission will vote on several infrastructure resolutions, including emergency sewer repairs and environmental monitoring. The body is also considering a support letter for a proposed 100-unit multifamily housing development.

• Contract award to TTL, INC. for annual environmental monitoring services at Blackwell/Commons Street Landfill
• Emergency gravity sewer main replacement and sinkhole repair at Ossie Davis and Colley Street by Thrift Brothers Construction, INC
• Support letter for water and sewer capacity for a proposed 100-unit multifamily development at 415 Sawdust Trail
• Ordinance to close an alley bounded by Pendergast Street, Plummer Street, Wadley Street, and Wilkerson Street
• Privilege licenses for T-Booze (703 Oak Street) and Popbellies’ Seafood Steak & Grill (1195 Ossie Davis Parkway)

The Waycross City Commission approved a consent calendar, two privilege licenses, a bid for environmental monitoring, an alley closure ordinance, and four resolutions, including awarding a contract to TTL, Inc. for landfill monitoring and approving emergency sewer repairs by Thrift Brothers Construction. All votes were unanimous. A public hearing for 415 Sawdust Trail was set for October 1, 2024.

• Approved consent calendar (minutes) (unanimous)
• Approved privilege license for T-Booze, 703 Oak St (unanimous)
• Approved privilege license for Popbellies' Seafood Steak & Grill (unanimous)
• Approved Bid #FY25-01 for environmental monitoring services (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance to close alley between Pendergast, Plummer, Wadley, Wilkerson Sts (unanimous)
• Approved contract with TTL, Inc. for landfill monitoring (unanimous)
• Approved emergency sewer main replacement and sinkhole repair by Thrift Brothers Construction (unanimous)
• Approved resolution supporting GDOT traffic calming and letter of support (unanimous)

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission will hold a planning and information session to discuss infrastructure updates, approve contracts, and vote on ordinances. Key items include environmental monitoring for the Commons St./Blackwell St. landfill, sewer main replacement, and support letters for state transportation and housing projects.

• Bid #FY25-01: Environmental Monitoring Services for Commons St./Blackwell St. Landfill
• Resolution to award $X (amount not specified) contract for Blackwell/Commons Street Landfill monitoring to TTL, INC.
• Resolution to approve Ossie Davis at Colley Street Gravity Sewer Main Replacement and Sinkhole Repair by Thrift Brothers Construction
• Ordinance to close alley bounded by Pendergast, Plummer, Wadley, and Wilkerson Streets
• Resolution to support GDOT road calming measures and a letter for Vantage Development’s 415 Sawdust Trail multifamily housing

The Waycross City Commission approved a consent calendar, two privilege licenses, a bid for environmental monitoring services, an alley closure ordinance, and four resolutions, including awarding a landfill monitoring contract to TTL, Inc. and approving emergency sewer repairs. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved consent calendar including minutes from June and July meetings (unanimous)
• Approved privilege license for T-Booze, 703 Oak St, beer/wine/liquor package sales (unanimous)
• Approved privilege license for Popbellies' Seafood Steak & Grill, 1195 Ossie Davis Pkwy, consumption on premises (unanimous)
• Approved Bid #FY25-01 for environmental monitoring services at Commons St./Blackwell St. Landfill (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance to close alley bounded by Pendergast, Plummer, Wadley, and Wilkerson Streets (unanimous)
• Approved resolution awarding landfill monitoring contract to TTL, Inc. of Valdosta, GA (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for emergency sewer main replacement and sinkhole repair by Thrift Brothers Construction (unanimous)
• Approved resolution supporting GDOT traffic calming devices and authorizing mayor's support letter (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission will meet to discuss official reports and a resolution regarding the scheduling of a work session for September 3, 2024. Most other standard action items on the agenda are listed as not applicable.

• Resolution to hold the City Commission Work Session on September 3, 2024

The Waycross City Commission held a routine meeting with no substantive votes on contracts, bids, or ordinances. They agreed to present the FY-2025 budget on September 17, October 1, and October 15, and approved two resolutions: one rescheduling the September work session to September 3, and another adopting policies for the CHIP grant. No other official actions were taken.

• Set FY-2025 budget presentation dates: Sept 17, Oct 1, Oct 15 (consensus)
• Approved resolution to hold September work session on Sept 3 (unanimous)
• Approved CHIP grant policies and procedures resolution (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission is holding a planning and information session to discuss the use of ARPA funds and infrastructure priorities. The body will review financial updates and coordinate dates for a comprehensive plan review.

• Utilization of $80K from ARPA interest for city hall repairs and upgrades
• Transportation plan shared cost with County of $150K
• Research and selection of a side arm mower purchase
• Review dates for Comprehensive plan set for September 16, 17, 23, and 24
• Discussion of Watershed Protection Plan

The Waycross City Commission held a planning session, hearing public comments on the FY-2025 budget and infrastructure. Commissioners voted 2-1 against placing the watershed protection plan out for bid, with District 2 opposed and Districts 3 and 4 in favor. They reached consensus to place two resolutions on the next agenda: one to reschedule the September work session and another to authorize the mayor to sign documents for the CHIP grant.

• Watershed protection plan bid motion failed (2-1: Bennett no, Felder yes, Hopkins yes)
• Consensus to place work session rescheduling resolution on Tuesday agenda (3-0)
• Consensus to place CHIP grant authorization resolution on Tuesday agenda (3-0)
• Consensus to schedule comprehensive plan review for September 23 or 24
• City retreat announced for October 11-12 at City Hall

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission will meet to conduct routine business, including a public hearing on Palm Beach Avenue and a second reading of a retirement-plan ordinance. It will also consider resolutions to approve the FY2025 city budget, a contract with Ware County to collect municipal property taxes, and a request for a state revolving-loan waiver for housing rehabilitation projects.

• Second reading of ordinance amending the City of Waycross Employees Retirement Plan
• Resolution to approve FY2025 budget (July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025)
• Resolution to approve contract with Ware County Tax Commissioner to collect municipal property taxes
• Resolution requesting DCA waiver for Revolving Loan Fund use on housing rehabilitation projects
• Public hearing scheduled for Palm Beach Avenue

The Waycross City Commission met on August 13, 2024, and approved the consent calendar, a beer/wine license, and several resolutions, including a tax collection agreement with Ware County and a housing rehabilitation loan waiver request. However, the resolution to approve the City of Waycross FY2025 budget failed with a 2-1 vote, with Commissioner Diane Hopkins voting against it. A resolution to hold the September work session on September 3, 2024, was not seconded and therefore did not pass.

• Approved consent calendar (unanimous)
• Approved beer/wine package license for Om Food Mart (unanimous)
• FY2025 budget resolution failed (2-1, Hopkins dissenting)
• Approved tax collection agreement with Ware County (unanimous)
• Approved DCA revolving loan fund waiver request for housing rehab (unanimous)
• Resolution to reschedule September work session failed (no second)

City Commission

The City Commission is holding a planning and information session to discuss financial and infrastructure updates. The body will consider resolutions regarding the city budget and tax collection services.

• Resolution to approve the City of Waycross Budget for Fiscal Year July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025
• Resolution for a Contract for Services Agreement with Ware County Tax Commissioner to collect municipal ad valorem property taxes
• Resolution to request a waiver from the Department of Community Affairs to use Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) for housing rehabilitation projects
• Privilege license for Bhabharam Inc. dba Om Food Mart at 935 Tebeau Street for beer and wine package sales

The Waycross City Commission held a planning and information session where it reached consensus to place three resolutions on the next day's agenda: the FY2024-2025 budget, a tax collection contract with Ware County, and a Revolving Loan Fund waiver request for housing rehabilitation. The commission also discussed departmental year-end reviews, including public safety staffing, infrastructure projects, and a new city app. The meeting adjourned to executive session for personnel matters.

• Consensus to place FY2025 budget resolution on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place Ware County tax collection contract resolution on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place DCA Revolving Loan Fund waiver resolution on Tuesday agenda
• Adjourned to executive session for personnel (motion by Hopkins, second by Felder, all in favor)

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission is meeting to conduct a public hearing on the city budget. The agenda includes a budget presentation by the Mayor and Commissioners, followed by an opportunity for public response. No specific dollar amounts or line-item changes are detailed in the provided text.

• Budget Presentation by Mayor and Commissioners
• Public Response session on the budget

The Waycross City Commission held a public hearing on the proposed FY2025 budget for the General Fund, Enterprise Funds, and Special Revenue Funds. No vote was taken; the city manager stated the budget vote is scheduled for August 6, 2024. The hearing included presentations on the budget, a discussion of a potential property tax due date extension, and a report from the Tax Commissioner on property reassessments and the millage rate rollback.

• No formal decisions made; budget vote scheduled for Aug. 6
• Heard FY2025 budget presentation from finance director
• Discussed potential extension of city property tax due date
• Tax Commissioner reported on reassessments and millage rate rollback to 8.244

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission will vote to amend and restate the retirement plan for city employees in accordance with the Georgia Municipal Employees Benefit System (GMEBS). The body will also approve a resolution to cancel a deed to secure debt on real property at 1003 Darling Avenue, which is part of the Department of Community Affairs Community Home Investment Program. The consent calendar contains no items for approval, and no bids or privilege licenses are listed.

• Ordinance to amend and restate the retirement plan for City of Waycross employees under GMEBS
• Resolution to approve cancellation of a deed to secure debt on property at 1003 Darling Avenue
• Deed cancellation is pursuant to the Department of Community Affairs Community Home Investment Program (C.H.I.P) funding agreement

The Waycross City Commission met on July 23, 2024, and approved the agenda. Under official actions, the commission unanimously approved an ordinance to amend and restate the city's retirement plan for employees, and a resolution to cancel a deed to secure debt on property at 1003 Darling Avenue under the C.H.I.P. program. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 5:10 pm.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance amending and restating the city employee retirement plan (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to cancel deed to secure debt on property at 1003 Darling Avenue (unanimous)

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission is holding a planning and information session to discuss updates on finance and infrastructure, as well as presentations from the Development Authority and a land investor. The commission will also consider two proposed ordinances: one to add stricter enforcement provisions for occupation tax payments, and another to amend the city's employee retirement plan. A resolution to cancel a deed to secure debt on a property at 1003 Darling Avenue is also on the agenda.

• Ordinance to amend Chapter 34 occupation tax enforcement provisions
• Ordinance to amend and restate the city employee retirement plan via GMEBS
• Resolution to cancel a deed to secure debt on property at 1003 Darling Avenue
• Finance update and infrastructure update discussions
• Presentations by Jason Rubenbauer (Development Authority) and Bradley Carroll (land investor)

The Waycross City Commission held a planning and information session with no formal votes. Commissioners reached consensus to place three items on the next regular agenda: an ordinance amending occupation tax rules to add stricter enforcement provisions, an ordinance amending the city's retirement plan, and a resolution to cancel a deed to secure debt for a property on Darling Avenue. The commission also gave consensus for the city manager to proceed with two water and sewer equipment purchases totaling $21,995, and discussed a proposed apartment development outside city limits that would require annexation and utility extensions.

• Consensus to place occupation tax enforcement ordinance on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place retirement plan amendment ordinance on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place resolution to cancel deed to secure debt for 1003 Darling Avenue on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to authorize $11,860 for Kettle Creek lift station drive unit
• Consensus to authorize $10,995 for MLK altitude valve
• Discussed proposed 90-100 unit apartment complex on Sawdust Trail; no action taken

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission is meeting to consider official actions including approving the sale of surplus property on Folks Street, adopting the Watershed Protection Plan annual report, and setting a public hearing for Palm Beach Ave. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and a privilege license renewal.

• Sale of 0.26-acre surplus parcel on Folks Street (Map & Parcel WA0802017) via resolution
• Approval of Watershed Protection Plan 2023 Annual Report
• Set public hearing for Palm Beach Ave.
• Privilege license renewal for Torero Too Mexican LLC (2470 Memorial Drive, beer and liquor on premises)
• Approval of minutes from multiple prior meetings

The Waycross City Commission approved a beer and liquor license renewal for Torero Too Mexican LLC and approved the sale of a 0.26-acre surplus parcel on Folks Street. A resolution to approve the city's Watershed Protection Plan 2023 Annual Report failed for lack of a second. The meeting also set a public hearing on Palm Beach Ave. for August 6, 2024, and adjourned at 5:32pm.

• Approved agenda (all in favor)
• Approved privilege license renewal for Torero Too Mexican LLC, beer and liquor consumption on premises (all in favor)
• Approved Bid #WAYXL 24-02 for surplus land, Folks Street parcel #WA0802017 (all in favor)
• Approved resolution for sale and transfer of 0.26-acre surplus property on Folks Street, parcel #WA0802017 (all in favor)
• Watershed Protection Plan 2023 Annual Report resolution FAILED for lack of a second
• Set public hearing for Palm Beach Ave. for August 6, 2024, 4:30pm
• Adjourned at 5:32pm

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission will hold a planning and information session to discuss the sale of a surplus land parcel on Folks Street. The body will also review the Watershed Protection Plan and receive updates on city finances and infrastructure. Additionally, the commission will consider a license renewal for Torero Too Mexican LLC to add on-premises liquor consumption.

• Sale and transfer of 0.26-acre surplus real property on Folks Street (Parcel #WA0802017)
• Approval of the Watershed Protection Plan
• Renewal of privilege license for Torero Too Mexican LLC at 2470 Memorial Drive to add on-premises liquor
• Finance and Infrastructure updates

The Commission reached a consensus to place a $5,000 bid for a surplus land parcel on Folks Street and the approval of a Watershed Protection Plan on the next agenda. The session included updates on rising insurance costs and ongoing infrastructure repairs.

• Consensus to place $5,000 bid for surplus land on Folks Street on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place Watershed Protection Plan approval on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place resolution for sale of 0.26 acres on Folks Street on Tuesday agenda
• Approved motion to adjourn to executive session for personnel (4-0)

City Commission

At a special called meeting on June 29, 2024, the Waycross City Commission approved a continuing budget resolution letting the city operate under Fiscal Year 2024 budget provisions until the Fiscal Year 2025 budget is adopted. Commissioners also approved a resolution rescheduling city meetings that had been set for July 1 and July 2, 2024, to a later date in July, citing conflicting commissioner schedules and the holiday week. Both resolutions passed by identical 3-0 votes, with Commissioners Bennett, Felder and Hopkins voting yes. One resident, Michael Hargrove, spoke during public response, saying he believes city spending should be reviewed in more detail to find possible cuts.

• Approved continuing budget resolution to operate under FY2024 budget until FY2025 budget is adopted (3-0)
• Approved resolution rescheduling July 1 and July 2, 2024 city meetings to a later date in July (3-0)

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission amended its agenda to include filling a vacancy in Election District 5 alongside District 1. The commission then voted unanimously to adopt a resolution calling for special elections to fill both seats, fixing qualifying fees and periods, and authorizing the Ware County Board of Elections and Registration and City Clerk to handle election duties.

• Approved agenda amendment to include filling District 5 vacancy
• Adopted resolution to order special elections for Election District 1 and District 5 vacancies (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:26 a.m.

City Commission

The City Commission will hold 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 Waycross City Commission held a public hearing on the proposed FY2025 General Fund, Enterprise Funds, and Special Revenue Funds budget. Finance Director Greg Smith presented the budget, and Commissioner Hopkins requested a follow-up meeting for questions. The meeting adjourned without a vote on the budget itself.

• Public hearing on FY2025 budget held
• Budget presented by Finance Director Greg Smith
• Commissioner Hopkins requested follow-up budget meeting
• Meeting adjourned at 5:12 pm (unanimous vote to adjourn)

City Commission

The City Commission will review several ordinances regarding health, sanitation, and building regulations. The meeting also includes discussions on property rezoning and a resolution for the Housing Authority to issue bonds.

• Re-zone 615 Morton Avenue from RM-75 Residential Manufactured Housing to C-2 Highway Commercial
• Re-zone 817 ½ Glenmore Avenue from R-50 Residential to C-1 Neighborhood Commercial
• Amendments to Chapter 20 regarding Food Service Rules and Tattoo/Body-Piercing Studios
• Amendment to Chapter 103 regarding Minimum Standards Codes for Buildings and Building Regulation
• Amendment to Chapter 40 regarding Private Wastewater Disposal

The City Commission approved a resolution for the Housing Authority to issue bonds and extended a garbage collection contract with Ryland Environmental. The commission also passed several code updates regarding health, buildings, and utilities, but failed to approve a watershed contract and the 2023 Watershed Protection Plan report.

• Approved Housing Authority bond issuance for city facilities
• Extended garbage collection contract to Ryland Environmental
• Approved re-appointment of Joe Skinner to the Planning Commission
• Approved zoning change for 615 Morton Avenue to C-2 Highway Commercial
• Approved zoning change for 817 Glenmore Avenue to C-1 Neighborhood Commercial
• Approved code updates for food service, building standards, sewers, and tattoo studios
• Denied Watershed Contract for water sampling (2-1)
• Denied 2023 Watershed Protection Plan Annual Report

City Commission

The Planning & Information Session includes discussions on various city matters and several proposed ordinances. The commission will review updates to health, sanitation, building, and sewer regulations.

• Proposed ordinance to update food service rules in Chapter 20
• Proposed ordinance to update building regulation standards in Chapter 103
• Proposed ordinance to update private wastewater disposal rules in Chapter 40
• Proposed ordinance to update tattoo and body-piercing studio regulations in Chapter 20
• Resolution authorizing the Housing Authority of the City of Waycross to issue bonds

The Commission agreed to renew the Ryland contract at the existing rate and reappoint Joe Skinner to the Planning Commission. Several ordinances and resolutions were moved to the Tuesday agenda, while a watershed protection plan was tabled pending further information.

• Approved reappointment of Joe Skinner to Post 8 of the Waycross-Ware County Planning Commission
• Approved renewal of Ryland contract at the same rate
• Tabled approval of Watershed Protection Plan (3-0)
• Moved Food Service Rules ordinance to Tuesday agenda
• Moved Building Regulation ordinance to Tuesday agenda
• Moved Private Wastewater Disposal ordinance to Tuesday agenda
• Moved Tattoo/Body-Piercing Studios ordinance to Tuesday agenda
• Moved Housing Authority bond resolution to Tuesday agenda

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission will consider rezoning two properties and declaring an emergency for city infrastructure and utility repairs. The agenda also includes a work agreement with the Georgia Department of Corrections and the creation of a Board of Ethics.

• Rezone 615 Morton Avenue from RM-75 to C-2 Highway Commercial
• Rezone 817 ½ Glenmore Avenue from R-50 to C-1 Neighborhood Commercial
• Declare emergency for repairs to city infrastructure using water and sewer funds
• Approve privilege license for Fuji Yama Inc. dba Fuji Bar and Grill at 2201 Memorial Drive
• Create a Board of Ethics and a pool of qualified citizens for appointment

The City Commission approved a resolution to authorize emergency repairs to city infrastructure and utility systems using water and sewer funds. The board also approved two zoning map amendments and established a Board of Ethics pool.

• Approved emergency infrastructure and utility system repairs using Water and Sewer Funds
• Approved rezoning 615 Morton Avenue from RM-75 to C-2 Highway Commercial
• Approved rezoning 817 Glenmore Avenue from R-50 to C-1 Neighborhood Commercial
• Approved Work Detail Agreement with Georgia Department of Corrections
• Approved resolution supporting Waycross-Ware County Georgia Initiative For Community Housing Committee
• Approved creation of a Board of Ethics and formulated the Ethics Pool
• Approved privilege license for Fuji Yama Inc. dba Fuji Bar and Grill
• Denied motion to enter Executive Session for Personnel (2-1)

City Commission

The commission will consider a resolution for emergency repairs to city infrastructure using water and sewer funds. The agenda also includes property rezonings on Morton Avenue and Glenmore Avenue, and discussions regarding a Georgia Department of Corrections work agreement.

• Re-zoning 615 Morton Avenue from RM-75 to C-2 Highway Commercial
• Re-zoning 817 ½ Glenmore Avenue from R-50 to C-1 Neighborhood Commercial
• Emergency repairs for city infrastructure and utility systems
• Georgia Department of Corrections work detail agreement
• Privilege license for Fuji Bar and Grill at 2201 Memorial Drive

The Waycross City Commission held a planning session to review proposed water and sewer rate increases, which include a 3% annual increase for three years for residential users and adjustments for commercial users. The commission reached consensus to place several items on the agenda for the upcoming regular meeting, including two rezoning ordinances, a resolution for emergency infrastructure repairs, and a work detail agreement with the Georgia Department of Corrections. Engineers presented data supporting the rate increases due to inflation and capital needs, while the city manager outlined the timeline for forming an ethics board to address a recent complaint.

• Consensus to place rezoning ordinance for 615 Morton Avenue on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place rezoning ordinance for 817 Glenmore Avenue on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place emergency infrastructure repairs resolution on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place Georgia Department of Corrections work detail agreement on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place Waycross-Ware County Housing Committee support resolution on Tuesday agenda
• Commissioners directed to select ethics board pool members by next meeting
• Water and sewer rate increase proposals discussed but not voted on

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a public hearing to consider an amendment to the city zoning ordinance. The meeting includes statements from the Community Improvement Department and opportunities for public comment before the commission deliberates.

• Zoning ordinance amendment for 615 Morton Avenue

The City Commission held a public hearing to consider an amendment to the zoning ordinance for 615 Morton Avenue. Following a presentation by the Community Improvement Director and public comment, the Commission voted to accept the action.

• Approved zoning ordinance amendment for 615 Morton Avenue (Unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider a resolution to authorize a service agreement with Waycross Area Shelter For Abused Person, INC. for law enforcement at the Waycross Family Justice Center. The commission is also reviewing a resolution to declare 0.26 acres on Folks Street as surplus property for sale.

• Service agreement with Waycross Area Shelter For Abused Person, INC. for law enforcement presence
• Sale of 0.26 acres of surplus land on Folks Street (Parcel #WA0802 017)
• Privilege license renewal for Tienda Vallarta LLC at 914 Memorial Drive
• Privilege license renewal for Apple Florida LLC DBA Applebee’s Neighborhood Bar and Grill at 1901 Memorial Drive

The City Commission approved the sale of a 0.26-acre parcel on Folks Street via sealed bids or auction. The board also authorized a service agreement with the Waycross Area Shelter For Abused Person, INC. to provide law enforcement at the Waycross Family Justice Center.

• Approved consent calendar including minutes from April 1, 2, 15, 16, and 22 (unanimous)
• Approved privilege licenses for Tienda Vallarta LLC and Apple Florida LLC (unanimous)
• Approved surplus land designation for Folks Street Parcel #WA0802 017 (unanimous)
• Approved service agreement with Waycross Area Shelter For Abused Person, INC. for law enforcement presence at Waycross Family Justice Center (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to declare 0.26 acres on Folks Street (Parcel WA08020170) as surplus and authorize sale by sealed bids or auction (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission is holding a planning and information session regarding several city matters. Discussion items include a watershed protection plan, a county park proposal, and infrastructure updates. The commission will also consider resolutions for property sales and law enforcement services.

• Sale of 0.26 acres of surplus land on Folks Street (Parcel #WA0802 017)
• Service agreement with Waycross Area Shelter For Abused Person, INC. for the Family Justice Center
• Resolution supporting the Waycross-Ware County Georgia Initiative For Community Housing Committee
• Privilege license for Tienda Vallarta LLC at 914 Memorial Drive
• Privilege license for Apple Florida LLC DBA Applebee’s Neighborhood Bar and Grill at 1901 Memorial Drive

The Commission held a planning session to review failing water and sewer infrastructure and a proposed rate study to fund a $20 million capital improvement plan. No final votes were taken on the rate increases or infrastructure projects during this session.

• Tabled Watershed Protection Plan
• Tabled Landbank item
• Tabled Resolution in support of Georgia Initiative for Community Housing Committee
• Consensus to place Surplus Land Folks Street Parcel #WA0802 017 on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place Service Agreement with Waycross Area Shelter For Abused Person, INC. on Tuesday agenda
• Approved motion to adjourn to executive session for personnel (all in favor)

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission will hold a special called meeting on May 2, 2024. The agenda consists of entering into an executive session to discuss personnel matters.

• Executive Session regarding Personnel

The City Commission held a special called meeting to enter into an executive session. The commission voted to move into the session to discuss personnel matters.

• Approved motion to enter into Executive Session for Personnel (unanimous)

City Commission

The Special Called Meeting was held to discuss the notification of a vacancy in City Commission District 1. No official action was taken because a quorum was not present.

• Discussion regarding City Commission District 1 vacancy

City Commission

A special called meeting was held to discuss a vacancy in City Commission District 1. However, the meeting did not have a quorum, so no official action could be taken. The mayor adjourned the meeting without a motion after a brief explanation by the Interim City Attorney.

• No official action taken due to lack of quorum
• Meeting adjourned without a motion

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission held a special called meeting on April 22, 2024, to discuss a vacancy in District 1. However, the meeting did not have a quorum, so no official action could be taken. The meeting was adjourned by the Mayor after a brief explanation regarding the Charter and special elections.

• No official action taken due to lack of quorum
• Meeting adjourned without a motion

City Commission

The City Commission will review several items including an ordinance regarding temporary fire access lanes on public property. The agenda also includes a resolution to support modifications to the city's retirement plan.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 38 regarding temporary fire access lanes
• Resolution to support modification of the City’s Retirement Plan
• Resolution for Ware County Bicentennial 2024, INC and King Pin to replicate the Waycross Centennial Coin
• Bid for WAYX 24-08 Surplus Firefighter Helmets & Boots

The Commission approved an emergency purchase for a water plant pump estimated at $10,206 following lightning damage. They also set public hearings for May 7 to consider zoning amendments for two addresses, approved a resolution supporting changes to the city's retirement plan, and authorized the replication of a commemorative coin for the Sesquicentennial celebration.

• Approved emergency purchase of water plant pump (estimated $10,206) (Unanimous)
• Set public hearings for May 7 for zoning amendments at 615 Morton Ave and 817 Glenmore Ave
• Approved minutes from March 4, 5, 18, and 19 meetings (Unanimous)
• Approved second reading of ordinance adding Section 38-71 for Temporary Fire Access Lanes (Unanimous)
• Approved bid WAYX 24-08 for surplus firefighter helmets and boots (Unanimous)
• Approved amended resolution supporting modification of City Retirement Plan (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution granting approval to Ware County Bicentennial 2024, INC and King Pin to replicate Waycross Centennial Coin (Unanimous)

City Commission

The planning and information session includes a bid for surplus firefighter helmets and boots. The commission will also discuss infrastructure updates and talent management.

• Bid WAYX 24-08 for surplus firefighter helmets and boots
• Infrastructure update discussion
• Talent management discussion

The Waycross City Commission tabled a proposed ordinance on urban camping and improper use of public spaces by a 3-1 vote. A resolution supporting modifications to the city's retirement plan was agreed to be placed on the next regular meeting agenda. The session also included discussions on a transportation plan, workforce retirement benefits, and housing needs, but no final decisions were made on those items.

• Urban camping ordinance tabled (3-1 vote)
• Retirement plan modification resolution moved to next agenda
• Surplus firefighter helmets and boots bid moved to next agenda
• Resolution for reprinting bicentennial coins moved to next agenda

City Commission

The City Commission will consider several resolutions regarding city-owned property and service agreements. The agenda also includes an ordinance to amend traffic and vehicle regulations.

• Ordinance to add temporary fire access lanes to the city code
• Resolution for a release of claims regarding house demolition at 912 Oak Street
• Resolution to approve technical assistance services from Southern Georgia Regional Commission
• Resolution to declare property at 1200 Colley Street as surplus
• Resolution to declare property on Nunn Street as surplus

The City Commission approved ordinances to declare properties on Nunn Street and Colley Street as surplus. The board also passed a new ordinance regarding temporary fire access lanes on public property and approved a technical assistance agreement with the Southern Georgia Regional Commission.

• Approved appointment of King Gorre (post 3) and Ronnie Shepard (post 4) to Board of Zoning and Appeals (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance for surplus property at 1200 Colley Street (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance for surplus property at Nunn Street Parcel #WA1806 004 (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance adding Section 38-71 regarding temporary fire access lanes on public property (unanimous)
• Approved affidavit for release of claims for house demolition at 912 Oak Street (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Southern Georgia Regional Commission for technical assistance services (unanimous)
• Approved resolution declaring Nunn Street real property as surplus (unanimous)
• Approved resolution declaring 1200 Colley Street real property as surplus (unanimous)

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission will discuss infrastructure updates and various director reports. Proposed items include an ordinance for temporary fire access lanes on public property and resolutions to declare certain properties as surplus. The commission will also address a demolition project on Oak Street.

• Ordinance regarding temporary fire access lanes on public property
• Resolution for house demolition at 912 Oak Street
• Declaration of Nunn Street property as surplus
• Declaration of 1200 Colley Street property as surplus
• Agreement with Southern Georgia Regional Commission for technical assistance

The City Commission held a planning and information session to review department reports and upcoming agenda items. No final votes were taken on ordinances or resolutions, but the commission reached a consensus to move several items to the Tuesday agenda.

• Consensus to place surplus property at 1200 Colley Street on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place surplus property on Nunn Street (Parcel #WA1806 004) on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place temporary fire access lanes ordinance on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place 912 Oak Street demolition release affidavit on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place Southern Georgia Regional Commission technical assistance agreement on Tuesday agenda
• Approved motion to enter executive session for personnel

City Commission

The commission will review minutes from February meetings and consider an ordinance to create the Mayor's Advisory Board. The agenda also includes a privilege license request for La Jalisiense LLC at 508 Alice Street.

• Ordinance second reading to create the Mayor’s Advisory Board
• Privilege license for La Jalisiense LLC at 508 Alice Street
• Resolution recognizing Georgia Cities Week (April 21–27, 2024)

The City Commission approved the annual financial reports for fiscal years ending June 30, 2022, and June 30, 2023. The board also granted privilege licenses for beer and liquor consumption to two local businesses and created a Mayor's Advisory Board.

• Approved ordinance to create the City of Waycross Mayor’s Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Approved privilege license for La Jalisiense LLC for beer consumption on premises (unanimous)
• Approved privilege license for The Place on Pendleton Street for beer, wine, and liquor consumption on premises (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to adopt annual financial reports for FY 2022 and FY 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution recognizing Georgia Cities Week, April 21-27, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar and previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission approved annual financial reports for fiscal years 2022 and 2023. The board also granted privilege licenses for beer and liquor consumption to two local businesses and created a Mayor's Advisory Board.

• Approved minutes from February 5, 6, 19, and 20, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance to create the City of Waycross Mayor’s Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Approved privilege license for La Jalisiense LLC for beer consumption (unanimous)
• Approved privilege license for The Place on Pendleton Street for beer, wine, and liquor consumption (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to adopt Annual Financial Reports for fiscal years ending June 30, 2022, and June 30, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution recognizing Georgia Cities Week, April 21-27, 2024 (unanimous)

City Commission

The Planning & Information Session includes discussions on a hotel tax rate increase and public works tap fee changes. The commission will also discuss potential buyers for Grove Street and the Armory.

• Hotel Tax Rate Increase discussion
• Public Works Tap Fee Increase discussion
• Grove Street-Possible Buyer discussion
• Armory-Possible Buyer discussion
• Privilege License renewal for La Jalisiense LLC at 508 Alice Street

The Waycross City Commission unanimously adopted the annual financial reports for fiscal years ending June 30, 2022, and June 30, 2023, prepared by Mauldin and Jenkins. The commission also unanimously approved a resolution recognizing Georgia Cities Week from April 21 to April 27, 2024. During a planning session, the commission discussed a proposal to increase the hotel tax from 5% to 8%, which requires state legislative action, and reviewed potential uses for the Grove Street property and the National Guard Armory.

• Approved resolution to adopt annual financial reports for FY 2022 and 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution recognizing Georgia Cities Week, April 21-27, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved privilege licenses for La Jalisiense LLC and The Place on Pendleton Street (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance creating the City of Waycross Mayor’s Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Motion to enter executive session for personnel matters passed (unanimous)
• Discussed proposal to increase hotel tax from 5% to 8%; no vote taken
• Reviewed potential buyer for Grove Street property; no decision made
• Discussed constraints on National Guard Armory sale; no decision made

City Commission

At its March 18, 2024 continuation meeting, the Waycross City Commission failed to adopt an ordinance creating a City of Waycross Mayor's Advisory Board. The commission approved a resolution cancelling a deed to secure debt for property at 1501 Delaware Avenue, and approved a resolution setting the first Tuesday March 2024 regular meeting on Monday, March 18, 2024. A resolution to accept the annual financial reports for fiscal years ending June 30, 2022 and June 30, 2023 was continued to a 5:30 meeting held right after this one. The meeting adjourned at 5:25pm.

• Ordinance creating the City of Waycross Mayor's Advisory Board failed to be adopted
• Approved resolution cancelling deed to secure debt for 1501 Delaware Avenue (all in favor, no opposition)
• Approved resolution holding the first Tuesday March 2024 regular meeting on Monday, March 18, 2024 (all in favor, no opposition)
• Continued resolution to accept annual financial reports for FY ending June 30, 2022 and June 30, 2023 to the 5:30 meeting held right after this meeting
• Approved consent calendar (all in favor)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider several ordinances, including renaming Carver Drive to Eric Reed Way. The meeting also includes the adoption of annual financial reports for fiscal years 2022 and 2023.

• Ordinance to rename Carver Drive to Eric Reed Way
• Ordinance to re-classify Fire Department Battalion Chief as a non-exempt employee
• Ordinance to create the City of Waycross Mayor’s Advisory Board
• Resolution to cancel Deed To Secure Debt for 1501 Delaware Avenue
• Resolution to adopt annual financial reports for fiscal years ending June 30, 2022, and June 30, 2023

The meeting was called to order on March 5, 2024, but not enough commissioners were present to reach a consensus for voting. No official actions were decided, and the meeting was adjourned with a continuation scheduled for March 18, 2024.

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission will hold a planning and information session. Discussion topics include infrastructure updates, FY 23 audit results, and the homeless population. The commission will also consider an ordinance to create a Mayor’s Advisory Board.

• Ordinance to create the Waycross Mayor’s Advisory Board
• Resolution to cancel deed to secure debt for 1501 Delaware Avenue
• Presentation of FY 23 audit results
• Discussion on infrastructure updates and talent management
• Discussion regarding Flynn Family Home Concern

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission could not start its March 4, 2024 planning and information session because only Mayor James, Commissioner Felder, and Mayor Pro Tem Alvin Nelson were present, short of a quorum. The minutes state the meeting will be continued the following day at 3 p.m. (the text reads "MARCH 57"). Items listed for discussion — an infrastructure update, talent management, a Flynn Family Home concern, FY 23 audit results, and the homeless population — appear only as agenda entries with no recorded action. A proposed ordinance creating a Mayor's Advisory Board and two proposed resolutions (cancelling a deed to secure debt at 1501 Delaware Avenue, and adopting FY 2022 and FY 2023 annual financial reports prepared by Mauldin and Jenkins, CPAs) were listed but not acted on.

• No quorum at March 4, 2024 session (3 of required members present)
• Meeting continued to the following day at 3 p.m.
• Proposed ordinance creating City of Waycross Mayor's Advisory Board — listed, no action recorded
• Proposed resolution to cancel deed to secure debt at 1501 Delaware Avenue — listed, no action recorded
• Proposed resolution to adopt FY 2022 and FY 2023 annual financial reports by Mauldin and Jenkins, CPAs — listed, no action recorded

City Commission

The City Commission will consider an agreement with ESG Engineering for the 2024 Road Paving Project and the sale of surplus property at 845 and 847 Folks Street. The agenda also includes ordinances to rename portions of Eads Street and Carver Drive. Additionally, commissioners will review budget amendments and a fire department position reclassification.

• Agreement with ESG Engineering for the 2024 Road Paving Project
• Renaming a portion of Eads Street to Kennedy L. Sanders Way
• Renaming Carver Drive to Eric Reed Way
• Sale and transfer of surplus property at 845 and 847 Folks Street
• Reclassifying Fire Department Battalion Chief as a non-exempt employee

The Commission approved a 2024 road paving agreement with ESG Engineering and renamed two city streets. The board also authorized the sale of surplused property on Folks Street and amended the FY2024 budget.

• Approved 2024 Road Paving Project agreement with ESG Engineering
• Renamed portion of Eads Street to Kennedy L. Sanders Way
• Renamed Carver Drive to Eric Reed Way
• Approved sale and transfer of surplused property at 845 and 847 Folks Street
• Approved amendment to the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget
• Re-classified Fire Department Battalion Chief as a non-exempt employee
• Approved creation of Business Integration and Information Systems Department
• Denied resolution acknowledging possibility of a second election (2-3)

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a planning and information session regarding several city matters. Discussion items include infrastructure updates and a water and wastewater rate study. Proposed actions involve street name changes, budget amendments, and road paving agreements.

• Renaming a portion of Eads Street to Kennedy L. Sanders Way
• Renaming Carver Drive to Eric Reed Way
• Sale and transfer of surplus property at 845 Folks Street
• Sale and transfer of surplus property at 847 Folks Street
• Agreement with ESG Engineering of Macon, Georgia, for the 2024 Road Paving Project

This was a planning and information session where no final votes were cast on ordinances or resolutions. Commissioners reached consensus to move several items, including street name changes and budget amendments, to the regular Tuesday meeting agenda. The commission also voted 4-0 to adjust Talent Management hours to start in April 2024.

• Voted 4-0 to adjust Talent Management hours to 8:30-4:30 starting April 2024
• Consensus to place WAYXL 24-03 and 24-04 bids on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place ordinance renaming Eads Street to Kennedy L. Sanders Way on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place ordinance renaming Carver Drive to Eric Reed Way on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place FY 2024 Budget amendment resolution on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place resolutions for sale of property at 845 and 847 Folks Street on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place agreement with ESG Engineering for 2024 Road Paving Project on Tuesday agenda
• Adjourned to executive session (unanimous vote)

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission held a special called meeting to discuss approving the PTSD First Responders Program. The agenda includes discussion by the Mayor and Commissioners as well as public response.

• Discussion for the purpose to approve the PTSD First Responders Program

The City Commission approved a resolution to add membership in a fund of the Georgia Interlocal Risk Management Agency (GIRMA). The commission then entered an executive session to discuss personnel matters.

• Approved resolution to add membership in Georgia Interlocal Risk Management Agency (GIRMA) (unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter executive session for personnel (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider ordinances regarding street renaming policies and the creation of a new Business Integration and Information Systems Department. The agenda also includes resolutions for July 4th fireworks, road paving amendments, and property rehabilitation assistance.

• Ordinance to amend the city's policy for renaming streets
• Ordinance to abandon an unopened alley in Watrusco Subdivision
• Resolution to approve July 4th fireworks agreement with Pryotecnico, Inc.
• Amendment to Coastal Engineering Consultants, Inc. contract for paving dirt roads
• Resolution for rehabilitation assistance at 636 Owens Street

The City Commission approved the creation of a new city department and passed several ordinances regarding street renaming policies and alley closures. The board also authorized a fireworks contract for July 4, 2024, and approved various equipment purchases and road paving amendments.

• Approved creation of Business Integration and Information Systems Department
• Approved ordinance amending street renaming policy (Section 32-139)
• Approved ordinance to abandon and close unopened alley in Block 7 of Watrusco Subdivision
• Approved fireworks display agreement with Pryotecnico, Inc. for July 4, 2024
• Approved Amendment Number 4 to Coastal Engineering Consultants, Inc. for paving dirt roads
• Approved deferred payment loan for rehabilitation of 636 Owens Street
• Approved purchase of a used forklift for the City Warehouse
• Approved sale of surplus 1989 GMC Vandura Van via GOVDEALS.COM

City Commission

The Planning & Information Session includes discussions on infrastructure, talent management, and a city retreat. The agenda contains several proposed ordinances and resolutions regarding street renaming, alley closures, and new city departments.

• Ordinance to amend policy for renaming streets
• Ordinance to abandon and close an unopened alley in Watrusco Subdivision
• Ordinance to create the Business Integration and Information Systems Department
• Resolution to approve July 4th fireworks agreement with Pryotecnico, Inc.
• Resolution to amend contract with Coastal Engineering Consultants, Inc. for road paving

The Waycross City Commission held a Planning & Information Session rather than a regular voting meeting. Commissioners voted unanimously to approve staff retreat dates for April and October. The City Manager proposed a 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment for the FY25 budget, but no vote was taken on the pay increase during this session. Several contracts, ordinances, and resolutions were placed on the agenda for the following Tuesday's regular meeting.

• Approved staff retreat dates for April 12-13 and Oct 11-12 (3-0 vote)
• Proposed 2.5% COLA increase for FY25 budget (no vote taken)
• Placed fireworks contract with Pryotecnico ($22,000) on Tuesday agenda
• Placed replacement of two wrecked police vehicles on Tuesday agenda
• Placed ordinance amending street renaming policy on Tuesday agenda
• Placed resolution for deferred payment loan at 636 Owens Street on Tuesday agenda
• Placed resolution for forklift purchase on Tuesday agenda
• Placed resolution for surplus 1989 GMC Vandura Van sale on Tuesday agenda

City Commission

The Waycross City Commission held a planning and information session on January 16, 2024, with no final votes on the substantive items. By consensus, commissioners agreed to place several items on the upcoming Tuesday agenda, including surplus of a 2001 Spartan fire truck, surplus land at 845 and 847 Folks Street, a retirement plan ordinance, and multiple resolutions covering Housing Authority bonds, a 1011 Johnson Avenue property sale, a drinking water grant agreement, and a painted crosswalk on Zachry Street. The meeting adjourned at 4:07 p.m. into executive session for personnel, with all commissioners voting in favor.

• Consensus to place surplus of 2001 Spartan fire truck (WAYX 24-06) on Tuesday agenda (4-0)
• Consensus to place surplus land at 845 Folks Street (WAYXL 24-02) on Tuesday agenda (4-0)
• Consensus to place surplus land at 847 Folks Street (WAYXL 24-03) on Tuesday agenda (4-0)
• Consensus to place retirement plan ordinance on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place Housing Authority bond resolution on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place resolutions on 1011 Johnson Avenue sale, drinking water grant agreement, and Zachry Street crosswalk on Tuesday agenda
• Voted to enter executive session for personnel (all in favor)

City Commission

The City Commission will review several resolutions regarding the sale of surplus land and a fire truck. The agenda also includes an ordinance to amend the city employee retirement plan and a grant agreement for water service line replacements.

• Ordinance to amend and restate the City of Waycross Employee Retirement Plan
• Sale of 2001 Spartan Advantage Pumper Firetruck via GOVDEALS.COM
• Sale of surplus property at 845 Folks Street and 847 Folks Street
• Sale and transfer of surplused real property at 1011 Johnson Avenue
• Grant agreement for the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Lead Service Line Replacement Program

City Commission

This was a Planning & Information Session, so no final votes were taken on the items discussed. Commissioners reached consensus to place several proposed resolutions and an ordinance on the agenda for the regular Tuesday meeting. These items include the sale of surplus land and a fire truck, a new retirement plan ordinance, and a housing authority bond resolution. The session ended with a unanimous vote to adjourn into executive session for personnel matters.

• Consensus to place WAYX 24-06 Surplus-2001 Spartan Fire Truck sale on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place WAYXL 24-02 Surplus Land 845 Folks Street sale on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place WAYXL 24-03 Surplus Land 847 Folks Street sale on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place Retirement Plan Ordinance on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place Housing Authority Bond Resolution on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place Lead Service Line Replacement Grant Resolution on Tuesday agenda
• Consensus to place Zachry Street Crosswalk Resolution on Tuesday agenda
• Unanimous vote to adjourn into Executive Session for personnel

City Commission

The City Commission will elect a Mayor Pro Tempore and confirm various city officers and executive appointments. The meeting also includes the review of privilege license renewals for local businesses.

• Election of Mayor Pro Tempore
• Confirmation of city officers including City Attorney, City Auditor, and City Engineer
• One-year appointments for Downtown Waycross Development Authority and Mayor’s Youth Council
• Privilege license renewal for Qee’s Company at 670 Oak Street
• Privilege license renewal for Dollar General at 1803 Knight Avenue

City Commission

The commission is holding a planning session and meeting to discuss several municipal items. This includes reviewing bids for surplus land at 1011 Johnson Ave and discussing applications for housing rehabilitation funds.

• Bid for surplus land at 1011 Johnson Ave
• Resolution to apply for CHIP housing rehabilitation funds
• Approval of the City Engineer's paving priority list
• Ordinance to close a portion of an alley in Railroad Plat Subdivision
• Renewal of beer and wine licenses for Bunky’s and Wallys

The Commission voted to table an ordinance recognizing election districts due to confusion over the map. Several other items, including surplus property bids and paving priority lists, were moved to the Tuesday agenda.

• Tabled ordinance recognizing election districts (3-1)
• Moved surplus transfer of WPD weapon and badge to Tuesday agenda
• Moved surplus land bid for 1011 Johnson Ave to Tuesday agenda
• Moved ordinance to close alley in Railroad Plat Subdivision to Tuesday agenda
• Moved resolution to declare weapon and badge as surplus property to Tuesday agenda
• Moved resolution to approve paving priority list to Tuesday agenda
• Moved resolution to apply for FY 2024 CHIP funds to Tuesday agenda

City Commission

The Commission elected Commissioner Alvin Nelson as Mayor Pro Tempore and confirmed several executive appointments. The body approved a paving priority list from the City Engineer and authorized an application for FY 2024 Community Home Investment Program (CHIP) funds.

• Named Commissioner Alvin Nelson as Mayor Pro Tempore
• Confirmed appointments to the Pension Committee for Retirement Fund (4-0)
• Approved privilege license renewals for Bunky’s and Wallys
• Approved surplus transfer of WPD service weapon and police badge
• Approved surplus land bid for 1011 Johnson Ave
• Approved ordinance to abandon and close a portion of an unopened alley in Block 88 of Railroad Plat Subdivision
• Approved resolution to declare a weapon and badge for retiring Lieutenant Terrell Murphy as surplus property
• Approved paving priority list created by the City Engineer