Douglas public meetings in 2024
22 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Commissioner
The Douglas City Commission will review meeting minutes, hold public hearings on a city marshal ordinance and a lot size variance, and discuss awarding grants to Harper & Co. Builders and PSG Energy Services for park projects. The body will also consider re-committing funds to a housing initiative, approving paving projects, and buying back unused employee vacation time.
- Public hearing for Lot Size Variance Request for Vacant Parcel Off Old Bell Lake Road
- Second reading and public hearing to amend ordinance regarding City Marshal position
- First reading of Rezone Petition for 2002 & 2004 Ocilla Rd
- Award to Harper & Co. Builders, Inc. for Roundtree Park Project
- Award to PSG Energy Services, LLC, for Huckaby Complex Project
City Commissioner
The Mayor and Commission will discuss extending tax bill deadlines to February 1, 2025. The body is also reviewing a stump removal contract with Southern Disaster Recovery, LLC following Hurricane Helene and a policy for rebuilding homes on original foundations after natural disasters.
- Resolution to extend tax bills until February 1, 2025
- Hurricane Helene stump removal contract with Southern Disaster Recovery, LLC
- First reading to amend local ordinance for City Marshal and Code Enforcement Division
- Policy for rebuilding homes on original foundations after natural disasters
- Filling expiring terms for Downtown Development Authority and Planning Commission
City Commissioner
The Douglas City Commission will review meeting minutes, discuss an alcoholic beverage license for Jay Madi 5 LLC, and hold a public hearing for a distance variance at 901 W Baker Highway. The body will also discuss a revised language access plan for federally funded grants and fill vacancies on various city boards.
- Discuss Jay Madi 5 LLC Alcoholic Beverage License
- Public Hearing for Distance Variance at 901 W Baker Highway
- Approve Revised Language Access Plan for Federally Funded Grants
- Discuss Filling Vacant Positions on Keep Douglas Beautiful Board
- Discuss Advertising Expiring Terms on WWII Flight Training Base Committee
City Commissioner
The Douglas City Commission will review and discuss a FY'24 budget amendment. They will also consider awarding a contract to WLA Studios for a downtown historic resource survey, a new alcoholic beverage license for Cost Kutter Tifton LLC, and the position of City Marshal and Code Enforcement Division. Additional items include a change to the MEAG signatory resolution.
- FY'24 Budget Amendment
- Award to WLA Studios for Downtown Historic Resource Survey
- Alcoholic Beverage License for Cost Kutter Tifton LLC
- Discussion of City Marshal and Code Enforcement Division position
- Change of MEAG Signatory Resolution and Signatory Certificate
City Commissioner
The Mayor and Commission will discuss awarding contracts for the Improving Neighborhood Outcomes in Disproportionately Impacted Communities projects at Huckaby and Roundtree Park. The body will also discuss filling two vacancies on the Keep Douglas Beautiful Board.
- Award to Southern Commercial Solutions, LLC for Huckaby Project Bid A
- Award to Harper & Company Builders, Inc for Huckaby Project Bid B
- Rejection of Huckaby Project Bid C
- Award to Vortex Services, LLC for Roundtree Park Project Bid A
- Filling two vacant positions on the Keep Douglas Beautiful Board
City Commissioner
The Douglas City Commission will review September meeting minutes and consider several items, including appointments to the Airport Commission and a grant award for Veterans Park improvements. The main agenda item is discussion and approval of the Airport Capital Improvement Plan for fiscal years 2026 through 2030, along with related applications. Additional topics include a proposed date change for a future meeting and updates on Hurricane Helene recovery efforts.
- Discuss appointments to the Airport Commission
- Discuss and present grant award for Veterans Park improvements by the Community Foundation of Central Georgia
- Discuss and approve the Airport Capital Improvement Plan FY26‑FY2030 and FY26 applications
- Discuss date change of upcoming meeting
- Discuss updates on Hurricane Helene recovery
City Commissioner
The Douglas City Commission will read, hold a public hearing on, and vote to adopt the 2024 Tax Millage Ordinance. The meeting also includes discussions on filling vacant positions for the Douglas‑Coffee County Land Bank Authority and the Keep Douglas Beautiful Board, as well as a review of the MEAG Fourth Amendment to the Solar Power Purchase Contract. Additional items include a Childhood Cancer Awareness proclamation and routine consent agenda and staff updates.
- Discuss filling vacant position on the Douglas‑Coffee County Land Bank Authority
- Discuss advertising and filling vacant positions on the Keep Douglas Beautiful Board
- Discuss the MEAG Fourth Amendment to the Power Purchase Contract (Solar PPC)
- 2024 Tax Millage Ordinance – reading, public hearing, and adoption
- Childhood Cancer Awareness proclamation
City Commissioner
The Mayor and Commission will hold a work session followed by a regular meeting. Discussion topics include a 10-year Axon contract for police cameras and tasers, several grant and fund applications, and a moratorium on leasing Airbase buildings.
- Axon 10 Year Contract for in-car cameras, body cameras, and tasers
- FY25 Pad Mount Transformers bid
- Donation of outdated Survivair SCBAs and cylinders to Telfair County Volunteer Fire Department
- Resolution to submit a Rural Zone Application
- Moratorium on leasing of Airbase buildings
City Commissioner
The City of Douglas Mayor and Commission will hold a work session to review several community and utility items, including supplemental funding for accessibility upgrades at 83 locations, a proposed park renaming, and repairs to a wastewater pump at the T & T Lift Station. The regular meeting will follow to process consent agenda items and address a vacated Ward 2 commission seat. Staff will discuss these topics for future action rather than vote on them during this meeting.
- 2024 LMIG supplemental funding for ADA ramps at 83 locations
- Renaming of Roadside Park at Historic Airbase
- Repair of the 85HP pump at the T & T Lift Station
- FY24 Art Center air conditioner replacement bid
- Bacon County Work Detail contracts for Public Works and Parks/Recreation
City Commissioner
The Mayor and Commission will meet to discuss several city matters including a conditional use request and an electrical award. The regular meeting includes the adoption of the FY'25 Budget.
- Conditional Use Request for Fletcher Oil Property at 401 Shirley Avenue
- Award discussion for Douglas Electrical & Plumbing Company, Inc. regarding EDA-2021-ARPAEAA Water and Sewer Project
- Temporary use of industrialized buildings for First Baptist Church - First Academy School
- Request for road closure
- FY'25 Budget Adoption
City Commissioner
The Mayor and Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the FY'25 Budget. The work session includes discussions on zoning for 98.48 acres near Gingerwood Road and a variance request for Murphy Oil USA Inc.
- Public hearing for FY'25 Budget
- Second reading and public hearing for annexation and zoning of 98.48 acres off Gingerwood Rd., Clinton Murray Rd., and L.G. Pope Rd.
- Public hearing for a rear setback variance request at Murphy Oil USA Inc., 1448 Bowens Mill Road
- Discussion regarding an appeal by First Baptist Church to demolish 419 E. Ashley Street
- Discussion of CSXT Preliminary Engineering Agreement for Transportation Alternative Program
City Commissioner
The Mayor and Commission will hold a work session to discuss several city matters including land use and transportation agreements. The agenda includes a public hearing for a conditional use request and the first reading for an annexation and zoning proposal.
- Public hearing for conditional use request at 760 E. Railroad Street
- First reading for annexation and zoning of 98.48 acres near Gingerwood Rd., Clinton Murray Rd., & L.G. Pope Road
- Discussion of Keck+Wood supplemental agreement for Transportation Alternative Program (TAP Grant)
- Discussion of a not to exceed price for the purchase of three vehicles
- Discussion of adoption of GMEBS Restated Defined Benefit Retirement Plan
City Commissioner
The Mayor and Commission will hold a work session to discuss the FY'25 Proposed Budget. City Manager Charles W. Davis is scheduled to lead the discussion. An executive session or utility appeals hearing may follow the meeting if necessary.
- Discussion of the FY'25 Proposed Budget
City Commissioner
The Mayor and Commission will hold a work session followed by a regular meeting. Discussion items include several infrastructure projects near Airport Circle and updates to city utility and cash management policies.
- CrossLife Church lease relocation request at Airport Circle
- TIA 2 Airport Road Improvements bid
- Airport Circle Decorative Lighting Project bid
- Airport Circle Paving Project and 63rd Roadside Park Project
- Quote to add SCADA to two wells in the Oak Park Water System
City Commissioner
The City Commission will discuss several items including hazardous material equipment bids and playground equipment purchases. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding rezoning vacant parcels off Rose Lane and State Route 32. Additionally, officials will discuss updates to city utility and cash management manuals.
- Public hearing for rezoning vacant parcels near Rose Lane and State Route 32
- FY24 Hazardous Material Monitoring Equipment Bid discussion
- Purchase of two pieces of playground equipment from Kompan
- Approval of additional funds for the 2021 Community Development Block Grant
- Road closure request for First Baptist Church
City Commissioner
The City of Douglas Mayor and Commission will hold a work session and regular meeting to discuss several municipal items. Topics include rezoning applications, park bids, and community development grants. The commission will also consider ordinance readings and board appointments.
- First reading of rezoning application for parcels off Rose Lane & State Route 32
- Bid award for Pocket Park Phase II
- FY24 Durango Equipment Bid discussion
- Agreement with Southern Georgia Regional Commission for CDBG administration
- Second reading of Mayor's Youth Council Ordinance
City Commissioner
The City Commission will discuss conflict of interest disclosures for upcoming applications. The meeting includes discussions on the 2024 Revitalization Area Strategy (RAS) and the 2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) for Housing Revitalization.
- Conflict of interest discussion for 2024 RAS
- Submittal resolution for 2024 RAS designation application
- Conflict of interest discussion for 2024 CDBG for housing revitalization
- Submittal resolution for 2024 CDBG application
City Commissioner
The City of Douglas Mayor and Commission will hold a work session to discuss several operational and funding matters before the regular meeting. Staff will present bids for fire department uniforms, utility transformers, and two Dodge Durango vehicles. Commissioners will also review applications for federal housing revitalization grants and body-worn camera funding, alongside maintenance plans for sewer and electrical infrastructure. The agenda lists these items as work session discussions rather than final votes.
- Bids for FY24 multiple pad mount transformers and two 2023 Dodge Durangos
- Applications for 2024 Community Development Block Grant housing revitalization funding
- Application for Bureau of Justice Assistance body-worn camera grant program
- Conflict of interest and submittal resolutions for the 2024 Revitalization Area Strategy
- Infrastructure maintenance plans including Flygt pump repair, turbine generator painting, and Vactor Ramjet trailer purchase
City Commissioner
The Mayor and Commission will hold a work session and regular meeting. Discussion topics include land acquisition for the Douglas Municipal Airport, various supply bids, and an annexation and rezoning petition.
- Purchase of one 2024 Ford F250 via Sourcewell Contract #091521-NAF
- Acquisition of land from Olene and Elijah Harper for Douglas Municipal Airport
- Formal closure of Dewey Avenue
- Second reading and public hearing for annexation and rezoning of 3.01 acres
- FY24 Water-Wastewater, Electrical, and Sports Equipment bids
City Commissioner
The Mayor and Commission will discuss several infrastructure and equipment items during a work session. Topics include water and electric meter purchases, sidewalk and lift station projects, and the purchase of five Tesla Model Y cars for the Police Department.
- Alcohol Beverage License discussion for Kawana Moffett d.b.a. Seashells Seafood
- First reading of annexation and rezoning petition for 3.01 acres (Parcels 0118 080A & 0118 083)
- Purchase of water meters and registers from Water Works Supply
- Purchase of Itron/Tantalus electric meters from Anixter Power Solutions
- Purchase of five Tesla Model Y cars for the Police Department
City Commissioner
The City Commission will hold public hearings for two alcohol beverage license requests. The work session also includes discussions on land annexation, equipment purchases, and community development grants.
- Public hearing for alcohol beverage licenses for Sparkey's and T & R Food Mart
- First reading of annexation and rezoning petition for 3.01 acres (Parcels 0118 080A & 0118 083)
- Discussion on purchasing SCBA's from a state contract
- Approval of additional funds for the 2021 Community Development Block Grant for Home Rehabilitation
- Discussion regarding repairs to the Bojo Ella Liftstation diesel back up pump
City Commissioner
The City Commission will hold a work session and regular meeting to discuss several municipal items. Topics include the election of a Mayor Pro Tem, various board appointments, and infrastructure bids.
- 2024 Mayor Pro Tem Election
- Housing Authority Board vacancies
- Historic Preservation Commission appointment
- Height variance petition for Lupo Lane Subdivision Development (Parcel 0117B 008)
- McNeal Drive Street Improvement bid