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Jackson public meetings in 2025

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

Tue Dec 16, 2025

City Council

City Council discusses rates, fees, and public defender resignation

The Jackson City Council will hold a work session to discuss department reports, the Jackson Progress Banner, and specific items including garbage rates, a fee schedule, and an alcohol license renewal. The meeting will also include an executive session focused on personnel matters.

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Tue Nov 18, 2025

City Council

Jackson City Council to hold hearings on FY 2026 budget and tattoo parlor zoning

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the fiscal year 2026 budget and a zoning ordinance change. The council is also considering the use of school zone camera funds for a new crosswalk.

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✓ Decided: Council approved crosswalk funding, horse parade, and workers' comp plan

The council voted unanimously to allocate school zone camera proceeds for a new crosswalk on Harkness St. It also approved allowing horses in the 2025 Chamber Christmas Parade with a 3‑2 vote. A workers’ compensation plan renewal and an executive‑session personnel discussion were each approved unanimously.

Tue Oct 21, 2025

City Council

City Council discusses hazard mitigation and finance

The Jackson City Council will hold a work session to review monthly department reports, discuss hazard mitigation, and hear a presentation on public finance. The meeting will also address a revised travel policy and the Progress Argus Building.

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Tue Oct 7, 2025

City Council

Council to vote on removing sidewalk requirement for new commercial builds in M-1/M-2 districts

The Jackson City Council will hold public hearings on a proposed amendment to delete the sidewalk requirement for new commercial construction in manufacturing districts M-1 and M-2, and on a special use permit for an accessory structure for Jackson Barbell Company at 214 W Third St. The council will conduct a second reading of Ordinance 2025-006 to amend the zoning ordinance accordingly. It will also consider approvals for a special event permit, and purchases of a vehicle lift ($33,780.91), a Polaris vehicle ($18,992.84), an oxygen and pH sensor ($15,156.31), and a pump repair ($14,920.00).

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Tue Oct 7, 2025

City Council

Council to discuss a special zoning work session and multiple city projects

The Jackson City Council will hold a work session covering a range of topics. Items include a police department promotion, a special event permit, annexation, infrastructure upgrades, and a discussion of a municipal court building. The session also features a special called zoning work session among other policy discussions.

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Tue Sep 16, 2025

City Council

Council to consider ordinance removing sidewalk rule for new commercial builds in M‑1/M‑2

The Jackson City Council will hold a public hearing and conduct a first reading of Ordinance 2025‑006, which proposes to delete the requirement for sidewalks on new commercial construction in manufacturing districts M‑1 and M‑2. The ordinance also includes an effective date and related provisions. The council will also approve routine items such as the agenda, minutes, and a bank account balance report.

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✓ Decided: Council held a work session; discussed meetings, hires, and proposals

The Jackson City Council met in a work session and discussed a proposal to hold two meetings each month, with the first for discussion only. New hires and board members were introduced, and several topics—including commercial fence rules, shared sewer lines, an annexation request, the Crime Suppression Unit, and a special event permit—were reviewed, but no formal actions were approved.

Tue Sep 16, 2025

City Council

Council will discuss a potential annexation of new land.

The Jackson City Council meeting on September 16, 2025 includes monthly department reports and introductions of new hires. Council members will discuss topics such as a commercial fence, a shared sewer line, annexation, and a special event permit. No decisions are recorded; the agenda items are listed for discussion.

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Tue Sep 2, 2025

City Council

City Council to roll back millage rate to 0 and buy $59k electric meters

The Jackson City Council will meet to decide on rolling back the 2025 millage rate to 0, appoint a new police chief, and approve purchases including 240 electric meters for $59,280. They will also discuss proclamations and promotions.

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✓ Decided: City Council rolls back 2025 millage rate and appoints new police chief

The council appointed Matthew Garrison as the City of Jackson Police Chief. It adopted a resolution to roll back the 2025 millage rate. It approved several budget and infrastructure items, including electric meters, utility pole replacement, and the 2026 budget preparation calendar.

Tue Sep 2, 2025

City Council

Jackson City Council to discuss millage rate rollback

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss a millage rate rollback and the appointment of new Housing Authority Board members. The meeting also includes discussions regarding utility infrastructure and an honorary presentation.

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Tue Aug 19, 2025

City Council

City Council to vote on two ordinances including noise and utility rules

The Jackson City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 19, 2025, at 7:00 pm. The agenda includes approval of minutes, proclamations for local businesses, and second readings of two ordinances. No new business or contracts are listed for discussion.

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✓ Decided: City Council unanimously adopts two ordinances and approves agenda

The council approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, both unanimously. It adopted Ordinance 2025-004 and Ordinance 2025-005 with unanimous votes. No new business was discussed. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

Tue Aug 19, 2025

City Council

Jackson City Council to discuss zoning updates and department reports

The City Council will hold a work session to review July department reports and discuss zoning updates. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the Chamber and Habitat for Humanity.

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Tue Aug 5, 2025

City Council

City Council to consider $360,600 wastewater plant contract

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a street name change and a special use permit for a retail business. The body is also deciding on several SPLOST-funded infrastructure repairs and two ordinance amendments.

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✓ Decided: Council unanimously approved street rename, auto parts permit, and $360,600 contract

The Jackson City Council approved several actions, all passing unanimously. They appointed Jame B. White as the city’s representative to the Butts County Water Authority, renamed Hickory St. to Leroy Head St., and granted a special use permit for O’Reily Auto Parts at 1353 W Third St. The council also awarded a $360,600 bid for the Wastewater Treatment Plant to Mohon Industrial Coatings and approved multiple SPLOST‑funded contracts for pump repairs, roof replacement, and HVAC replacement.

Tue Jul 1, 2025

City Council

Jackson City Council to consider N. Mulberry St. electrical rebuild bid

The City Council will meet to decide on awarding a contract for the third phase of the N. Mulberry St. electrical rebuild. The meeting also includes the approval of previous session minutes.

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✓ Decided: Council approved 3rd Phase of N. Mulberry St. electrical rebuild

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included the June 17 work session and regular session minutes. They also approved the third phase of the North Mulberry Street electrical rebuild and awarded the contract to Over and Under Contractors, authorizing the mayor to sign related documents. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

Tue Jun 17, 2025

City Council

Jackson City Council to swear in Interim Police Chief Matthew Garrison

The City Council will swear in an interim police chief and consider permits for a community event. The body will also review a renewal agreement for the Wastewater Treatment Department.

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Tue Jun 17, 2025

City Council

Jackson City Council to discuss budget and noise ordinance

The City Council will hold a work session to review monthly department reports and the budget. Members will also discuss a noise ordinance, special event permits for Juneteenth, and Indian Springs/Browns Apartments.

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Tue Jun 3, 2025

City Council

Jackson City Council to consider budget amendment and alcohol ordinance changes

The City Council will vote on a 2024 budget amendment and changes to the city's alcohol ordinance. The body is also reviewing a software interface purchase and a new mural project.

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Tue Jun 3, 2025

City Council

Jackson City Council to discuss 2024 budget amendment and alcohol ordinance

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several departmental and administrative items. The meeting includes reviews of the 2024 budget amendment and the city's alcohol ordinance.

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Tue May 20, 2025

City Council

City Council to vote on $22,490 AMI/Incode system upgrade and alcohol ordinance changes

The Jackson City Council will meet to discuss and potentially approve several items, including a $22,490 AMI/Incode interface system upgrade, alcohol ordinance changes, and a mural at 101 Sherril Ave. The council will also review department head reports and bank account balances.

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Tue May 6, 2025

City Council

Police pay scale, alcohol ordinance, zoning discussions on work session agenda

The city council holds a work session to discuss several topics, including a police department pay scale presentation, alcohol ordinance changes, a zoning memo, temporary business regulations, and parking on the square. An executive session is scheduled for real estate and litigation matters. No final votes are expected at this meeting.

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Tue Apr 15, 2025

City Council

Council to decide on $75,323 MEAG settlement and privacy policy

The Jackson City Council will consider approving the 2025 MEAG Year-End Settlement of $75,323 to be deposited into the Flexible Operating Account, and adopting an Applicant Privacy Rights Policy and Disciplinary Policy related to the GCIC/CJIS network. The council will also hear a report on bank account balances as of April 1, 2025, and discuss real estate in executive session.

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✓ Decided: Council unanimously approved new privacy and disciplinary policies for GCIC CJIS data

The Jackson City Council approved the agenda and consent agenda without opposition. It adopted the Applicant Privacy Rights Policy and the Disciplinary Policy for GCIC CJIS information, authorizing the mayor to sign related documents. The council also approved a $75,323 MEAG year‑end settlement to be returned to the Flexible Operating Account. An executive session on real estate was held and the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

Tue Apr 15, 2025

City Council

Council discusses zoning amendments, school zone cameras, and new business

The Jackson City Council holds a work session to discuss multiple topics without formal votes. Items include zoning amendment feedback, school zone cameras, food trucks, tattoo parlors, and Indian Springs St. property. An executive session for real estate is also scheduled.

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Tue Apr 1, 2025

City Council

Council to vote on police pay scale and zoning ordinance revision

The Jackson City Council will hold a second reading of an ordinance amending animal regulations and vote on adopting a new police department pay scale. The council will also consider a contract to revise the city's zoning ordinance. Consent agenda items include approval of previous meeting minutes, and an executive session is planned for personnel discussion.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts animal‑keeping ordinance and approves zoning contract

The council approved the agenda, adding an amendment to table new business item 1, with a unanimous vote. It adopted Ordinance 2025-003, amending the animal‑keeping chapter, passing 3‑2. The proposal to adopt a new police department pay scale was tabled. The council unanimously approved a contract with Pope Langstaff to revise the city zoning ordinance.

Tue Apr 1, 2025

City Council

Council discusses police pay scale, contract, and downtown lights

The Jackson City Council holds a work session to discuss several pending items, including new businesses, the Pittman Street gym, lights on the Square, and an update on alcohol license compliance. No votes are scheduled; the session is for discussion only. An executive session is planned for personnel matters.

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Tue Mar 18, 2025

City Council

Council to discuss GMC contract for wastewater treatment plant

This is a work session for the Jackson City Council. They will discuss monthly department reports, a potential contract with GMC for the wastewater treatment plant, and several infrastructure items including sewer main replacement and pump repair. Also on the agenda are a minor lot subdivision for the Church of Latter-Day Saints, recognition of police officers, and an executive session on litigation. No votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion only.

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Tue Mar 18, 2025

City Council

Council to consider rezoning Macon Ave parcels to commercial

The Jackson City Council is holding a public hearing and first vote on rezoning 808 and 832 Macon Avenue from residential to commercial, and will decide on multiple infrastructure contracts including a $75,500 sewer main replacement. The meeting also includes a first reading of an animal-keeping ordinance amendment and approval of a MEAG Power trustee agreement.

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✓ Decided: Council approves rezoning of Macon Ave parcels to commercial

The Jackson City Council unanimously approved rezoning two parcels on Macon Avenue from R-20 residential to C-2 commercial, despite a councilwoman's concern about a similar business causing issues elsewhere. The council also approved several infrastructure contracts, including a sewer main replacement, tank painting, a fire department awning, and a wastewater treatment plant restoration contract. All votes were unanimous.

Tue Feb 18, 2025

City Council

City Council considers $119,884 in infrastructure projects

The City Council will consider funding for a valve insertion and a phase of the N. Mulberry rebuild. The body will also conduct first readings of ordinances regarding metal awnings and the state minimum fire code.

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✓ Decided: Council approves settlement with Dover Properties over zoning lawsuit

The Jackson City Council approved a settlement agreement and general release with Dover Properties, resolving a lawsuit over the downzoning of property on Dover Ridge Road. The council also approved two ordinances on first read, a $33,000 valve insertion, and $86,884.39 for the N. Mulberry rebuild. All votes were unanimous.

Tue Feb 18, 2025

City Council

Council discusses road rebuilding, stop signs, and utility work

The Jackson City Council holds a work session to discuss multiple infrastructure and public works items, including monthly department reports, a stop sign on MLK Jr. Drive, valve insertion work at Bank of America and Byars Street, the second phase of rebuilding North Mulberry Street and Chestnut Drive, intersection improvements at South Mulberry and 3rd Street, Cedar Street near the cemetery, and U-Tech parking. No votes or decisions are scheduled; these are discussion-only items.

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Tue Feb 4, 2025

City Council

Council to vote on moving polling location to Elections office for 2025

The Jackson City Council will consider several new business items, including a minor lot subdivision, a mural approval, and relocation of the polling place. The council is also deciding on purchasing AED cabinets with opioid settlement funds and adopting health insurance policy changes. The consent agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes, and a bank balance report will be presented.

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✓ Decided: Council appoints Holly Bailey as Jackson City Manager

The Jackson City Council unanimously appointed Holly Bailey as City Manager during executive session. The council also approved a minor lot subdivision, AED cabinet purchases, a mural, and insurance policy changes, while tabling a proposal to move the polling location.

Tue Feb 4, 2025

City Council

Jackson City Council to discuss subdivision and local ordinances

The City Council will hold a work session to review department reports and discuss several local projects. The meeting includes discussions on a minor subdivision and various city ordinances.

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Tue Jan 21, 2025

City Council

Council to vote on lease for Jackson Progress Argus building

The Jackson City Council will consider three new business items: a minor lot subdivision at 96 Ernest and Pat Biles Dr., a purchase of four AED cabinets using National Opioid Settlement Money, and a lease agreement for the Jackson Progress Argus building at 129 S. Mulberry St. The council will also hold executive sessions on personnel and litigation.

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Tue Jan 21, 2025

City Council

Council discusses school zone cameras and awning ordinance at work session

The Jackson City Council will hold a work session on January 21, 2025, to discuss several items. Topics include school zone cameras, an awning ordinance, a lease agreement with the Jackson Progress Argus, a minor subdivision at 96 Ernest and Pat Biles Lot, and the S. Mulberry St. intersection. No votes are expected as this is a discussion-only meeting.

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Tue Jan 7, 2025

City Council

Council to vote on lease agreement for Progress Argus Building

The Jackson City Council will consider several items including the approval of a lease agreement for the Jackson Progress Argus Building at 129 S. Mulberry St., acceptance of a $1,200 National Guard donation for armory access, and setting qualifying fees for upcoming municipal elections. They will also appoint a mayor pro tem for 2025, reappoint a nurse to the Butts County Board of Health, and approve resolutions for the 2025 calendar and bank accounts. The meeting includes a public comment period and an executive session for personnel matters.

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✓ Decided: Council appoints Mayor Pro Tem, approves resolutions and fees

The Jackson City Council unanimously approved the agenda with an amendment to table the lease agreement for the Jackson Progress Argus Building. They appointed Councilman Ricky Johnson as Mayor Pro Tem for 2025, adopted two resolutions, and approved several new business items, including reappointing Kim Conley to the Butts County Board of Health, accepting a National Guard donation, setting qualifying fees, and approving 2025 meeting dates. The lease agreement for 129 S. Mulberry St. was tabled.

Tue Jan 7, 2025

City Council

Council work session to discuss lease, paving, and awning ordinance

The Jackson City Council will hold a work session on January 7, 2025, to discuss several items including the Clean Up Day/Amnesty Day calendar, building permits, a lease agreement for the Jackson Progress Argus Building, the 2025 council meeting dates, an awning ordinance, and roads to be paved under the LMIG program. No votes are expected; this is a discussion-only session.

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