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Grovetown public meetings in 2025

23 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 8, 2025

City Council

City Council to consider zoning changes and Liberty Park expansion

The Grovetown City Council will hold a regular meeting on December 8, 2025, to consider several zoning ordinance amendments, the annexation of two properties, and the approval of a $5.78 million contract for the Liberty Park Community Center expansion.

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✓ Decided: Council approved $5,777,000 bid for Liberty Park Community Center expansion

The council approved the award of a $5,777,000 contract to Shearer Mutimer Construction LLC for the Liberty Park Community Center expansion. It also adopted several zoning and annexation ordinances, approved depot policies, reallocated a utility position, and reappointed a planning commission member. All motions passed unanimously.

Thu Dec 4, 2025

Board of Zoning Appeals

Board to consider Conditional Use Permit for a drive‑in restaurant at 587 E. Robinson Ave.

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review a Conditional Use Permit application to allow Southern Fired Foods to operate a drive‑in/drive‑thru restaurant on the 0.41‑acre parcel at 587 E. Robinson Avenue (parcel G18 008). The request is made under Section 3.043 of the City Zoning Code for the General Commercial district. Staff has recommended approval of the permit.

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Thu Nov 20, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission will consider rezoning four parcels from R-1 to R-C1

The Grovetown Planning Commission will review four rezoning applications to change the zoning of parcels on Barbara Street and Pinetree Street from R‑1 (single‑family residential) to R‑C1 (residential district). These items appear as new business items a–d on the agenda. No unfinished business or other agenda items are noted.

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Wed Nov 12, 2025

City Council

City Council holds public hearing on Comprehensive Plan and considers zoning ordinance

The Grovetown City Council meeting includes a public hearing on the 2026‑2031 Comprehensive Plan update presented by Planning Director Jac Palmer. Council members will consider the first reading of Ordinance 2025‑11‑01 to amend the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance. A closed‑session will address a real‑estate acquisition, and the council will vote on Liberty Park outdoor events regulations and a resolution for outdoor warning siren procedures.

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✓ Decided: Council approved first reading of Ordinance 2025-11-01 to amend zoning

The council approved the meeting agenda, the October 14 regular and executive session minutes, and the financial statement, all unanimously. It also approved the first reading of Ordinance 2025-11-01 to amend the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance. A motion was passed to enter an executive session to discuss a real‑estate acquisition, then return to the regular meeting. All motions carried with unanimous support.

Thu Oct 23, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider amendment of Grovetown zoning ordinance

The Grovetown Planning Commission will vote on an ordinance to amend Article I and Article II of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, updating the definition of a two‑family dwelling and the standards for R‑C1, R‑C2, and R‑HD residential districts. The commission will also consider annexation requests for parcels on Barbara Street and Pinetree Street. No other business is listed on the agenda.

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Tue Oct 14, 2025

City Council

Council to approve new park event rules, land dedications, and staffing position

The Grovetown City Council will vote on several recommendations, including creating a Streets & Sanitation Right‑of‑Way and Sign Technician position, approving a Memorandum of Understanding with Augusta Locally Grown for a farmer’s market, and adopting Liberty Park Outdoor Events Regulations. The council will also consider warranty deed dedications for Horizon West Business Park LLC and for Hargrove Development, Marshall Mills Homeowners Association, Inc. and will adopt a resolution establishing a standard operating procedure for outdoor warning siren activation.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves land conveyance to Pepper Hill Estates and several key measures

The council unanimously approved the 2026 work session and council meeting dates, Liberty Park outdoor events regulations, and warranty deeds of dedication for Horizon West Business Park and Hargrove Development. It also adopted a standard operating procedure for outdoor warning siren activation and approved the surplus conveyance of a 0.10‑acre tract to Pepper Hill Estates Property Owners Association. An executive session was entered to discuss real estate acquisition/disposal, and the financial statement was approved.

Mon Sep 8, 2025

City Council

Council to vote on new street maintenance job and $212,738 loader purchase

The Grovetown City Council will meet to discuss routine committee reports, recognize employees and veterans, and vote on new hires and equipment purchases. Two new positions and a high-value equipment purchase are the main decisions on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council approved a new Streets & Sanitation Sign Technician position

The Grovetown City Council approved the meeting agenda, the August 11 minutes, and the financial statement, each with all members in favor. The council created a new Streets & Sanitation Right of Way and Sign Technician position (grade 12) and adopted a new job description, also unanimously. The proposed Memorandum of Understanding with Augusta Locally Grown to run a farmer’s market was tabled. The council entered a closed session to discuss a real‑estate acquisition, returned to the regular session, and adjourned, all with unanimous votes.

Mon Aug 11, 2025

City Council

Grovetown Council to consider $212,738 equipment purchase and budget amendment

The City Council will consider the second reading of the 2024-2025 amended annual balanced budget. The body is also reviewing a purchase for a grapple loader and resolutions to declare various items and seized vehicles as surplus property.

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✓ Decided: Council adopted the 2024-2025 amended annual balanced budget

The council approved the second reading of Ordinance 2024-05-01B, adopting the city’s 2024-2025 amended annual balanced budget. It also approved a recreation staff reclassification, declared surplus property items and seized vehicles, and authorized a $212,738 purchase of a grapple loader. All motions passed unanimously.

Thu Aug 7, 2025

Board of Zoning Appeals

Board to hear appeal for manufactured home at 213 Railroad Avenue

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to consider an appeal regarding the denial of a request to place a manufactured home on Lot 12 at 213 Railroad Avenue.

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Mon Jul 14, 2025

City Council

Grovetown City Council to consider 2025 millage rate and amended budget

The City Council will discuss the first reading of an amended annual balanced budget for 2024-2025. The body is also considering the adoption of a 2025 millage rate of 6.948 mils.

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✓ Decided: Council adopted the 2025 millage rate of 6.948 mills

The Grovetown City Council approved the first reading of the 2024‑2025 amended annual balanced budget and adopted the 2025 millage rate of 6.948 mills. The council also approved the meeting agenda, June 9 minutes, and the financial statement. Mayor Jones agreed to extend the storm‑water ad hoc committee to study wastewater rates.

Mon Jun 9, 2025

City Council

Grovetown Council to consider 2025-2026 budget and fire rescue equipment purchase

The City Council will consider the second reading of the fiscal year 2025-2026 budget. The body is also reviewing dispatch service agreements with Columbia County and a new alerting system for Fire Rescue.

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✓ Decided: City Council adopted the 2025‑2026 budget on second reading

The council approved the second reading of Ordinance 2025‑05‑01, adopting the City of Grovetown budget for fiscal year 2025‑2026. It also approved memoranda of understanding with Columbia County for emergency medical and fire‑fighting dispatch services and for law‑enforcement dispatch services. The council accepted the estimated rollback rate of 7.048 mils under House Bill 92 and approved the purchase of a fire‑rescue station alerting system for $230,197.81.

Mon May 12, 2025

City Council

Grovetown City Council to consider FY 2025-2026 budget and emergency siren purchase

The City Council will discuss the first reading of the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget and the appointment of committees to study annexation and storm water rates. The body is also considering several public safety equipment purchases and police department personnel changes.

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✓ Decided: Council approved $525,000 purchase of 210 East Robinson Ave. property

The Grovetown City Council approved a real‑estate acquisition of 210 East Robinson Ave. for $525,000. It also adopted the first reading of the FY 2025‑2026 budget, approved new police pay scales and staffing changes, and accepted procurement quotes for weather radios and sirens. Additional actions included reducing the communications workforce and adopting an ordinance adding disaster cost‑recovery provisions.

Thu May 8, 2025

Special Called Meetings

Grovetown presents $15.3M balanced FY2026 budget after cutting $3M in requests

The Grovetown City Council is holding a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget. The general fund is balanced at $15,315,000 in projected revenue and expenditures, with department requests exceeding revenue by $3.0 million, requiring cuts to capital and two new personnel requests. Key priorities include personnel raises, park upgrades, infrastructure improvements (water line upsizing, new water tower), and funding via SPLOST. Water & sewer and stormwater funds are also presented, with a proposed $6.5 million Newmantown Road water line upgrade pending grant applications.

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Thu May 1, 2025

Board of Zoning Appeals

Conditional use permit for childcare center at 110 Hardy Drive to be considered

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing and consider a conditional use permit for a childcare center at 110 Hardy Drive (parcel G10 017) in an R-C2 residential zone. Staff recommends approval. The board will also vote on approval of the February 6, 2025, regular meeting minutes.

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Mon Apr 14, 2025

City Council

Council to vote on new water meter repair fee schedule

The Grovetown City Council will hold a public hearing on the Comprehensive Plan Update, then vote on resolutions including declaring Georgia Cities Week and adopting a water meter repair/replacement fee schedule. They will also hold a first reading of an ordinance to add disaster cost recovery to city code, and consider creating four new police shift records clerk positions. The meeting includes committee reports, recognitions, and an executive session on real estate.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts resolutions, creates police clerk positions, and approves budget items

The Grovetown City Council adopted two resolutions, one declaring Georgia Cities Week and another adopting a water meter fee schedule. It accepted the first reading of an ordinance to amend the health and sanitation chapter of the city code and approved the creation of four new Police Shift Records Clerk positions effective July 1, 2025. The council also approved the meeting agenda, March 10 minutes, and the financial statement, all unanimously.

Mon Mar 10, 2025

City Council

Council to consider $120,000 comprehensive plan update with Kimley-Horn

The Grovetown City Council will hold a regular meeting on March 10, 2025. They will vote on several new business items, including a $120,000 contract to update the city's comprehensive plan, a resolution creating a state retirement system for law enforcement, and a $13,539 agreement to revise the personnel policy manual. The council will also discuss partnerships with local businesses.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $289K purchase of East Robinson Ave property

The Grovetown City Council approved the purchase of property at 202 East Robinson Ave. from Grovetown United Methodist Church for $289,000. They also approved a $120,000 agreement with Kimley-Horn to update the comprehensive plan, a $13,539 agreement with UGA to rewrite the personnel manual, and several other routine items. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

Thu Feb 27, 2025

Special Called Meetings

Grovetown to decide on opting out of House Bill 581 homestead exemption

The City Council will discuss and vote on whether to stay in or opt out of House Bill 581 regarding the Statewide Floating Homestead Exemption. If necessary, the body will adopt Resolution 2025-02-03 to officially opt out.

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✓ Decided: Grovetown opts out of statewide floating homestead exemption

The Grovetown City Council voted unanimously to opt out of House Bill 581, the Statewide Floating Homestead Exemption, and adopted Resolution 2025-02-03 to formalize that decision. The action means the city will not participate in the state's floating homestead exemption program.

Thu Feb 20, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider 38-unit townhome development

The Planning Commission will review a request to rezone a property on East Robinson Avenue to allow for a townhome community. The body will also consider two final plat approvals for properties on Old Wrightsboro Road and East Robinson Avenue.

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Mon Feb 10, 2025

City Council

Council to vote on $1M paving contract for Harlem-Grovetown Road and fire code update

The Grovetown City Council will consider approving a $1,008,344 contract with Reeves Construction to pave Harlem-Grovetown Road from Caroleton Dr. to Wrightsboro Rd. They will also hold a second reading of Ordinance 2025-01-02 amending fire protection and prevention codes and vote on a resolution to adopt a fire marshal fee schedule. Additional items include a $100 donation for advertising to Harlem High School baseball team and a resolution on civility.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $1M paving contract for Harlem-Grovetown Road

The Grovetown City Council approved a $1,008,344 contract with Reeves Construction Company to pave Harlem-Grovetown Road from Caroleton Dr. to Wrightsboro Rd. They also adopted an ordinance amending the fire code, a resolution on civility, and a fire marshal fee schedule. Several routine items were approved, including the agenda, minutes, financial statement, a $100 donation to Harlem High School Baseball, and a new local business recognition program. No action was taken after executive session on real estate acquisition.

Thu Feb 6, 2025

Board of Zoning Appeals

Board to consider fence variance for 613 Dorn Street

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review a request to install a privacy fence at 613 Dorn Street. The proposal seeks a variance to place the fence within the city right-of-way and the required two-foot setback.

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Thu Jan 16, 2025

Planning Commission

Grovetown Planning Commission meets to elect officers, approve minutes

This is a procedural meeting with no new business or public hearings. The commission will elect a chair and vice-chair and vote to approve the December 2024 meeting minutes.

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Mon Jan 13, 2025

City Council

Council to consider $146,605 service line inventory contract

The council will vote on adopting fees for the May general election, awarding a $146,605 contract to 3B Services for a service line inventory, hosting three public hearings on House Bill 581 (statewide floating homestead exemption), and a first reading to amend the fire prevention code. The annual audit report will also be presented.

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✓ Decided: Council awards $146,605 service line inventory contract to 3B Services

The Grovetown City Council approved a $146,605 contract with 3B Services, LLC for a lead service line inventory, adopted fees for two council seats in the general election, and approved hosting three public hearings on HB 581. The council also approved the first reading of an ordinance amending the fire code and entered executive session for real estate/personnel matters, taking no official action afterward.

Thu Jan 2, 2025

Board of Zoning Appeals

Board of Zoning Appeals to elect Chair and Vice-Chair

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to handle organizational and procedural items. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate with no new or unfinished business listed.

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