Hinesville public meetings in 2024
20 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Mayor and Council will consider bids for pump station generators and a well, as well as a new PTSD policy for first responders. The body will also review alcohol license renewals for 2025 and transient merchant requests for fireworks sales.
- Resolution #2024-23 First Responders PTSD Policy-House Bill 451
- Hwy 196 Pump Station Generators bid opening
- Green Zone Well bid opening
- Transient Merchant License requests for TNT Fireworks and Phantom Fireworks
- 2025 alcohol beverage license renewals for various on-premise and off-premise locations
City Council
The Hinesville City Council will consider an ethics ordinance, approve preliminary plats for a townhome subdivision, and hear rezoning petitions for a church sanctuary and a mobile home. The meeting also includes bid openings for transit maintenance services and fire department vehicles.
- Proposed Ethics Ordinance #2024-06
- Preliminary Plat Approval for 80-lot Townhomes at Airport Road and Barry McCaffrey Blvd
- Rezoning 1.43 Acres to OI for a new Sanctuary at 203 N Maple Drive
- Rezoning 0.46 Acres to SFMH for a mobile home at 773 Shuman Street
- RFP 2024-12 Liberty Transit Third-Party Maintenance Services Bid Opening
City Council
The Hinesville City Council will hold the third public hearing and then vote to adopt the millage rate for the 2024 property tax digest. They will also consider a preliminary plat for a 41-lot townhome subdivision on Crystal Lake Drive, ESG bid openings for sanitation vehicles, alcohol license renewals, and amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance.
- 3rd public hearing and adoption of 2024 millage rate (Action Item)
- Preliminary plat approval for 41-lot Westview Village Townhomes on Crystal Lake Drive (Action Item)
- ESG bid openings for rear loader garbage truck, dry trash combo truck, and eight pickup trucks for Public Works
- Bid opening for Liberty Transit support vehicle
- Alcohol beverage license renewals for Big Apple, Chili's, Parrot and Frog, Zum Rosenhof, Liberty Liquor, Lucky Food Mart, Speisekammer, and Texaco Food Mart
City Council
The Hinesville City Council will vote on two rezoning petitions, including a 15.3‑acre request to change from R‑8 to multi‑family residential. Additional actions include a resolution to apply for a carbon‑reduction grant, a bid for a sewer system modification project, and several alcohol‑license matters. The meeting also features updates on the ethics ordinance and a review of the 2024 tax digest.
- Rezoning petition 2024-031-H: rezone 15.3 acres from R‑8 to MFR for apartments (District #5)
- Rezoning petition 2024-061-H: rezone 1 acre from R‑20 to R‑8 on Shaw Road (District #4)
- Resolution #2024-21: ratify grant application for Hinesville Area Metropolitan Planning Organization carbon‑reduction program
- Sewer system modification bid: consideration of contractor bid for sewer project
- Alcohol beverage license actions: new licenses for off‑premise sales at 402 S Main St and 912 Elma G Miles Pkwy, and 2025 renewals for several establishments
City Council
The Hinesville City Council will consider adopting the 2025 budget, approving a large rezoning petition, and awarding contracts for fiber and cloud VoIP services. The meeting also includes items on the Olive Street sidewalk project, Liberty Transit contract termination, and proposed rate and fee increases.
- Adopt FY 2025 Budget (Resolution #2024-16)
- Rezone 1,931 Acres to PUD (Petition 2024-057-H)
- Award RFP 2024-07 for City Fiber
- Terminate Liberty Transit Contract with RTW Management (Resolution #2024-13)
- Approve Olive Street Sidewalk & Roadway Improvement Project Bid
City Council
The Mayor and Council will decide on a 40-lot townhome subdivision and several business licenses. The body will also consider grant applications for transit and homeless prevention programs. Other items include a proposed mural ordinance and a rezoning petition for Hack's Pasture.
- Final plat approval for Heritage Pointe Townhomes Ph. 1A (40-lot subdivision) on Flemington Village Blvd.
- Grant applications for HUD Rapid ReHousing and FY 2026 5307 Transit Grant
- Transient Merchant License for Kalista Concessions at 438 West Oglethorpe Hwy.
- Alcohol license requests for 527 W. Oglethorpe Hwy, 863 W Oglethorpe Hwy Ste 260, and 230 W General Screven Way
- Rezoning and Annexation Petition 2024-057-H for property formerly known as Hack's Pasture
City Council
The Hinesville City Council will approve the minutes from the August 15 meeting and receive monthly construction updates. It will consider a preliminary plat for 136 single‑family and 101 townhome lots on Legacy Drive (Heritage Pointe PH.2) and a right‑of‑way dedication for Brantley Drive. A variance request for a metal carport at 106 Monroe Street and a fee‑waiver request for poly‑carts by the downtown development authority will also be presented. Additional items include road‑improvement bids for S. Main St./Charles Frasier Blvd. and a proposed mural ordinance.
- Heritage Pointe PH.2 preliminary plat approval – 136 single‑family and 101 townhome lots on Legacy Drive (District #2)
- Brantley Drive right‑of‑way dedication by Hinesville Chastain Development, LLC (District #5)
- Variance Request 2024-049-H for a metal carport at 106 Monroe Street (District #3)
- Poly‑cart request by Hinesville Downtown Development Authority with fee waiver
- Bids for S. Main St./Charles Frasier Blvd. widening and MacArthur Drive improvement
City Council
The Mayor and Council will review construction updates for Krebs Park, HFD Live Fire Training, and housing projects. The body will consider action on ESG surplus items from July 2024 and conduct an after-action review of Hurricane/TS Debby.
- Action item: ESG Surplus Items, July 2024
- Construction updates: Krebs Park, HFD Live Fire Training, and Housing Projects
- Hurricane / TS Debby after action review
- Executive session to discuss personnel matters
City Council
The Hinesville City Council will consider several planning, funding, and transit items at its June 20, 2024 meeting. Under consideration are preliminary plat approval for a 28-lot single-family subdivision on Poppleton Drive, adoption of the 2024-2029 Liberty Transit Development Plan, and amendments to the 2024-2028 Consolidated Plan. The council will also review a bid opening for a Hinesville Fire Department building and funding awards for public service agencies.
- Preliminary plat approval for a 28-lot single-family subdivision on Poppleton Drive by Newbridge Residential Parks, LLC
- Adoption of Resolution #2024-08 for the 2024-2029 Liberty Transit Development Plan
- Approval of Resolution #2024-07 amending the 2024-2028 Consolidated Plan and 2024 Action Plan
- Bid opening for one prefabricated metal building for the Hinesville Fire Department
- Review of funding awards for public service agencies for the July 2024–May 2025 program year
City Council
The City Council will review several land rezoning requests for residential and commercial use. The agenda also includes a fiscal year 2024 budget amendment and an agreement regarding TSPLOST tax proceeds.
- Rezoning of 0.87 acres at Veterans Parkway and Pacific Place for a convenience store/gas station
- Rezoning of 19.86 acres on Courtland Drive for apartments
- Rezoning of 17.48 acres on West Oglethorpe Highway for a shopping center and town homes
- Rezoning of 15.3 acres on Ellie Lane for apartments
- Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Amendment Resolution #2024-05
City Council
The City Council will review a proposed amendment to the Land Clearing Fire Requirements Ordinance. Additionally, officials will consider a final plat for a 34-lot single-family dwelling subdivision off West 15th Street.
- Proposed amendment to Land Clearing Fire Requirements Ordinance #2024-02
- Final Plat Approval request by RTS Homes, LLC for a 34-lot subdivision off West 15th Street
- Transient Merchant License request from David Midgorden of TNT Fireworks
- Class V Alcohol License request for Good to Go Jamaican Restaurant
City Council
The City Council will review several rezoning requests for residential and commercial developments. The meeting also includes discussions on drainage repairs, road striping, and updates on city construction projects.
- Rezoning 11 acres at 302 Fairhope Lane to multi-family residential
- Rezoning 0.45 acres at 502 West Oglethorpe Highway for a commercial/retail building and coffee shop
- Rezoning 0.87 acres at Veterans Parkway and Pacific Place for a convenience store/gas station
- Rezoning 2.17 acres on West 15th Street for a shopping center and convenience store
- Change order for Courtland Drive drainage repair with Southeast Pipe
City Council
The City Council will review several land development proposals, including a 125-lot subdivision on Ruben Wells Road and a 105-lot townhome project. The agenda also includes authorization for an Emergency Solutions Grant to fund homeless prevention programs.
- 125-lot single-family subdivision plat on Ruben Wells Road
- 105-lot townhome subdivision plat on Flemington Village Blvd.
- Authorization for 2024 Emergency Solutions Grant application
- Resolution #2024-04 regarding a GMA lease supplement for equipment purchase
- Transient Merchant License request from National Rarities LLC
City Council
The City Council will review several land use items including subdivision plats, rezonings, and variance requests. The agenda also includes a grant application for fire department equipment and a proposed sister city initiative.
- Preliminary plat approval for a 5-lot single-family subdivision on Sammy Gillican Street
- Annexation and development agreement for a townhome and apartment project on Live Oak Church Road and Guyett Road
- Rezoning of 1.58 acres at 715 Courtland Drive from C-3 to OI
- Rezoning of 5.63 acres at Charles C. Fraiser Boulevard and Kacey Drive from C-2 to MFR
- Grant application for the Hinesville Fire Department to purchase 15 new AEDs
City Council
The Hinesville City Council will consider a preliminary plat approval for a 53-lot townhome subdivision on Honey Ridge Lane. The meeting also includes updates on the S. Main Streetscape Project and an application for electric vehicle charging stations through Georgia Power.
- Preliminary plat approval for a 53-lot townhome subdivision on Honey Ridge Lane
- Construction update for the S. Main Streetscape Project
- Application to Georgia Power Make Ready Infrastructure Program for electric vehicle charging stations
- Development Agreement and Annexation Ordinance #2024-03 for 13.92 acres on Live Oak Church Road and Guyett Road
City Council
The City Council will review the budget for a new Live Fire Training Facility and consider an annexation ordinance for 13.92 acres on Live Oak Church Road. The meeting also includes discussions on manhole maintenance on Highway 84 and proposed changes to the HFD fee schedule.
- Budget and construction details for a Live Fire Training Facility
- Annexation of 13.92 acres for townhome and apartment development
- Proposed amendments to the HFD fee schedule
- Manhole maintenance on Highway 84
- New alcohol beverage license for 454 W General Screven Way Ste A
City Council
The Hinesville City Council will review bid openings for transit rolling stock and public works trucks. The council will also consider a proposed speed limit reduction from Kacey Drive to the southern city limits. Additionally, the agenda includes appointments for the Municipal Court and a mutual aid agreement.
- Proposed speed limit reduction from Kacey Drive to the southern Hinesville limits
- Bid opening for Liberty Transit rolling stock replacement
- Bid opening for Public Works pickup trucks
- Bid opening for a new Hinesville Police Department vehicle
- Appointment of an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney for the Municipal Court
City Council
The City Council will review several infrastructure and administrative items. This includes a budget update for South Main Street sewer repairs and an agreement for a new traffic signal at Walmart Driveway. The council will also consider software upgrades for city accounting and human resources.
- Variance request for a porch addition at 802 Spanish Oak Drive
- Agreement for Veterans Parkway signal installation involving Walmart and the Michael E. Bryant Trust
- Bid consideration for the Veterans Parkway traffic signal
- Budget update for South Main Street sewer repairs
- Approval of EmGovPower Agreement to upgrade city software
City Council
The Hinesville City Council will review a resolution to revise the Liberty Transit Agency Safety Plan. The council will also consider a memorandum of understanding regarding the Municipal Court's participation in the Tax Refund Intercept Program. Additionally, officials will present the 2024 Point in Time Count announcement.
- Revision of Liberty Transit Agency Safety Plan (Resolution #2024-01)
- Municipal Court participation in the Tax Refund Intercept Program (#2024-02)
- Appointment to the Liberty County Board of Health
- 2024 Point in Time Count announcement
- Review of delinquent business licenses
City Council
The Hinesville City Council will hold a regular meeting featuring action items on two ordinances, several county board appointments, and an internal election. Members will consider a proposed ordinance for privately owned fire hydrants and hold a public hearing on UDO amendments for signage, which affect property maintenance and business advertising standards. The agenda also includes informational updates on city construction projects and monthly reports from council members and the mayor.
- Ordinance #2023-13: Public hearing and action on UDO amendments for signage
- Ordinance #2023-07: Consideration of a proposed ordinance for privately owned fire hydrant installation and maintenance
- Appointments to the Liberty County Board of Health, including a replacement for Mayor Pro Tem Keith Jenkins
- Appointment to the Liberty County Development Authority Board to fill an expired term
- Election of Mayor Pro Tempore for a two-year term