Waycross public meetings in 2021
20 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Commission
The Waycross City Commission unanimously approved the consent calendar, including minutes and privilege license renewals, plus individual privilege licenses for Wong's Palace and Cheers Package Store. They also approved bids for the Center Elementary turn lane improvements and thermal imaging cameras, an ordinance for transitional housing, and seven resolutions covering water assistance, sewer repair, recovery funds, camera contracts, school entrance improvements, insurance, and ARPA MOUs. China Agu was confirmed as City Clerk.
- Confirmed China Agu as City Clerk (unanimous)
- Approved consent calendar including minutes and 8 privilege license renewals (unanimous)
- Approved privilege license for Wong's Palace (unanimous)
- Approved privilege license for Cheers Package Store (unanimous)
- Approved Bid #FY22-13 Center Elementary Turn Lane Improvements (unanimous)
- Approved Bid #FY22-20 Thermal Imaging Cameras (unanimous)
- Approved special exception permit for River of Life Church transitional housing (unanimous)
- Approved 7 resolutions including sewer repair, insurance, and ARPA MOUs (unanimous)
City Commission
The Waycross City Commission held a planning session where they discussed but did not formally vote on several items. They reviewed a recommendation to award Bid #FY22-13 for Center Elementary School entrance improvements to Scruggs Company for $178,796.86, funded by RTSPLOST and LMIG Grant. They also discussed a single bid for thermal cameras from MES for $10,989.84, a proposed sewer repair contract with Thrift Brothers, and a health insurance renewal recommendation for Cigna. No formal decisions were made; these items were scheduled for action at a future meeting.
- Recommended awarding Bid #FY22-13 to Scruggs Company for $178,796.86 (school entrance improvements)
- Discussed awarding thermal camera bid to MES for $10,989.84 (ARPA funded)
- Discussed awarding Plant Avenue sewer repair contract to Thrift Brothers (~$68k)
- Discussed health insurance renewal with Cigna for 2022
- No formal votes taken; items to be considered at next meeting
City Commission
The Waycross City Commission unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included minutes and seven privilege license renewals. They also approved new privilege licenses, four bids for property and equipment, and four resolutions for surplus property sales and bicycle donations. The meeting was largely routine with no public remarks or substantive policy debates.
- Approved consent calendar with minutes and 7 privilege license renewals (unanimous)
- Approved new privilege license for Andy's Express (unanimous)
- Approved bid FY 22-09 for Ann Street 0.12 acre (unanimous)
- Approved surplus property WAYX 22-03 (unanimous)
- Approved bids for Alpha and Virgil Street parcels (unanimous)
- Approved bid for chain hoist system (unanimous)
- Approved resolutions for sale of Ann, Alpha, Virgil Street properties (unanimous)
- Approved resolution to donate abandoned bicycles to nonprofit (unanimous)
City Commission
The Waycross City Commission approved the consent calendar, which included minutes from two prior meetings and an ordinance amending the city's alcohol consumption rules. The commission also unanimously approved a joint resolution with Ware County supporting protection of the Okefenokee Swamp, and a resolution accepting the FY 2021 Homeland Security Grant Program agreement for the Waycross Police Department. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved consent calendar including minutes and alcohol ordinance amendment (unanimous)
- Approved joint resolution with Ware County supporting Okefenokee Swamp protection (unanimous)
- Approved FY 2021 Homeland Security Grant Program agreement for Waycross Police Department (unanimous)
City Commission
The Waycross City Commission approved the stormwater utility ordinance on second reading, along with several bids, resolutions, and appointments. All votes were unanimous except for a resolution to appoint Board of Ethics members, which received no motion. The commission also set a public hearing for 1441 Brunel Street.
- Approved stormwater utility ordinance (unanimous)
- Approved pump purchase sole source bid (unanimous)
- Approved Firehouse Software upgrade bid (unanimous)
- Approved surplus property WAYX 22-02 bid (unanimous)
- Approved cleaning/diving tank cleaning bid FY 22-03 (unanimous)
- Approved surplus property WAYX 22-03 bid (unanimous)
- Approved ordinance amending alcohol consumption on public property (unanimous)
- Approved resolution for groundwater monitoring at Blackwell Street Landfill (unanimous)
City Commission
The Waycross City Commission unanimously approved an ordinance creating a stormwater utility, amended and restated the city's employee retirement plan, and approved resolutions for a GEFA loan modification and a T-SPLOST project agreement with GDOT. The commission also confirmed Marissa Hendrix as Human Resources Director and approved the consent calendar.
- Approved ordinance adding stormwater utility regulations (unanimous)
- Approved amended and restated employee retirement plan (unanimous)
- Approved emergency second reading of retirement plan ordinance (unanimous)
- Approved GEFA loan agreement second modification (unanimous)
- Approved T-SPLOST supplemental agreement with GDOT for Albany Avenue project (unanimous)
- Confirmed Marissa Hendrix as Human Resources Director (consensus)
- Approved consent calendar including minutes from Aug 3 and Aug 17 meetings (unanimous)
City Commission
The City Commission approved the 2021 ad valorem tax ordinance (No. 021-31) with a 3-1 vote, with Commissioner Solomon-Gaines dissenting. They also approved the consent calendar, awarded a road repair bid to Thrift Brothers, approved the purchase of rifles from Daniel Defense (3-1, with Commissioner Davis dissenting), and approved the sale of surplus property. Several other ordinances and resolutions were passed unanimously.
- Approved 2021 ad valorem tax ordinance (3-1)
- Approved consent calendar including minutes and ordinances 021-25 through 021-29 (unanimous)
- Awarded Marion Street repair bid to Thrift Brothers (unanimous)
- Approved rifle purchase from Daniel Defense (3-1)
- Approved surplus property sale of 28 parcels (unanimous)
- Approved pension committee appointments ordinance (unanimous)
- Approved resolution for Marion Street contract (unanimous)
- Approved resolution declaring surplus property (unanimous)
City Commission
The Waycross City Commission unanimously approved a consent calendar, a privilege license for Wiley's Top Shelf LLC, and a series of ordinances and resolutions. Key actions included rezoning 2018 Tebeau Street from Medical District to R-75 Residential, closing an alley between Nicholls and Izlar streets, amending noise, municipal court, police auxiliary, storm drainage, and alcohol beverage codes, and accepting the resignation of Municipal Court Public Defender Teresa Bowen. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved consent calendar including July 20, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved privilege license for Wiley's Top Shelf LLC, 409 Alice Street (unanimous)
- Approved rezoning of 2018 Tebeau Street from Medical to R-75 Residential (unanimous)
- Approved ordinance to abandon and close alley between Nicholls and Izlar streets (unanimous)
- Approved noise ordinance amendment (unanimous)
- Approved ordinance allowing municipal court at Waycross City Auditorium (unanimous)
- Approved ordinance creating Junior Police Auxiliary (unanimous)
- Approved resolution accepting resignation of Public Defender Teresa Bowen (unanimous)
City Commission
The Waycross City Commission unanimously approved ordinances to annex property at 1911 Memorial Drive into city limits with C-2 Highway Commercial zoning, and to amend the alcoholic beverage code for employee regulation. They also approved resolutions extending a human resources consulting agreement with Georgia Municipal Association and a work detail agreement with the Georgia Department of Corrections. The consent calendar, including prior meeting minutes, was approved. No public remarks were made on official actions.
- Approved annexation of 1911 Memorial Drive with C-2 Highway Commercial zoning (unanimous)
- Approved ordinance amending alcoholic beverage code to add employee regulation (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 21-62 extending GMA HR consulting agreement to Aug 13, 2021 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 21-63 for one inmate work detail with GA Dept of Corrections, cost $49,318 (unanimous)
- Approved consent calendar including minutes from June 14 and July 6 meetings (unanimous)
City Commission
The Waycross City Commission approved several items, including the purchase of a new 2021 Pierce Saber Fire Pumper for $484,852, an emergency pump repair payment of $17,026, and a contract extension for grinding services. All votes were unanimous. A public hearing for a rezoning at 2018 Tebeau Street was scheduled for August 3, 2021.
- Approved purchase of 2021 Pierce Saber Fire Pumper for $484,852 (unanimous)
- Approved payment of $17,026 to Xylem Water Solutions for emergency Kettle Creek lift station repair (unanimous)
- Approved contract extension with Farmers Bulk Supply LLC for grinding services through end of 2021 (unanimous)
- Approved consent calendar including June 15, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved privilege license for Cracker Barrel #744 for beer and wine consumption on premises (unanimous)
- Approved emergency flight pump repair at Kettle Creek lift station (unanimous)
- Approved surplus property WAYX 22-01 (unanimous)
- Approved bid for FY22 Annual Grinding (unanimous)
City Commission
The Waycross City Commission unanimously approved a resolution awarding a $125,959.50 contract to Allen Owens Construction and Paving for pavement replacement on Morningside Drive and Coral Road, funded by LMIG. The commission also approved the consent calendar, including minutes and two ordinances, and awarded the annual animal services bid to Satilla Animal Hospital. Several other resolutions were passed, including one to cancel a deed to secure debt for 807 Hill Street and another to amend rehabilitation assistance for 1121 Thomas Street.
- Approved Resolution 21-51 awarding Allen Owens Construction and Paving a $125,959.50 contract for Morningside Drive and Coral Road pavement replacement.
- Approved the consent calendar, including minutes from April 19, May 17, June 1, and June 1 executive session, and ordinances 021-19 and 021-20.
- Approved Bid #FY21-24 for Morningside Drive and Coral Road.
- Awarded Annual Bid #FY22 for Waycross Animal Service to Satilla Animal Hospital.
- Approved Ordinance 021-21 amending the purchasing department operations.
- Approved Resolution 21-52 rescheduling the July 2021 work session to July 6, 2021.
- Approved Resolution 21-53 cancelling the deed to secure debt for 807 Hill Street.
- Approved Resolution 21-54 amending rehabilitation assistance for 1121 Thomas Street to approximately $86,237.81.
City Commission
The Waycross City Commission approved a $101,861 emergency contract with Thrift Brothers LLC for sinkhole repair on Lee Avenue and storm drainage repair on Blackshear Avenue. The commission also approved emergency contracts with the Georgia Municipal Association for HR consulting and onsite sexual harassment training. Several ordinances and resolutions were passed, including a zoning change at 951 Evans Way and authorization to defend a lawsuit filed by the Sons of Confederate Veterans.
- Approved $101,861 emergency contract to Thrift Brothers LLC for Lee Avenue sinkhole and Blackshear Avenue drainage repair (unanimous)
- Approved emergency HR consulting contract with Georgia Municipal Association (unanimous)
- Approved emergency contract for onsite sexual harassment training with Georgia Municipal Association (unanimous)
- Approved rezoning of 951 Evans Way from R-50MH to C-1 (unanimous)
- Approved abandonment of alley between Mary and Isabella streets (unanimous)
- Approved resolution authorizing defense of lawsuit by Clement A. Evans Camp #64 Sons of Confederate Veterans (unanimous)
- Approved bid for compact track loader for Public Works (unanimous)
- Approved bid for splash pad at Pernell Roberts Park (unanimous)
City Commission
The Waycross City Commission unanimously approved Resolution 21-34 appointing Richard E. Currie as City Attorney with an annual salary of $84,525. The commission also approved several contracts and resolutions, including a $26,145 agreement with East Coast Asphalt to transport millings, a $9,896.04 reimbursement to ESG for an emergency pump motor, a $93,084 emergency culvert contract with Thrift Brothers, and a bid extension for fire and police uniforms. All votes were unanimous.
- Appointed Richard E. Currie as City Attorney, salary $84,525/year (unanimous)
- Approved $26,145 agreement with East Coast Asphalt to transport millings (unanimous)
- Approved $9,896.04 reimbursement to ESG for emergency pump motor (unanimous)
- Approved $93,084 emergency culvert contract with Thrift Brothers (unanimous)
- Extended FY22 fire/police uniforms bid to Patrick's Uniforms (unanimous)
- Accepted annual financial report for year ended June 30, 2020 (unanimous)
- Approved consent calendar with ordinances on alcohol licenses and sign sizes (unanimous)
- Set public hearing for June 15, 2021 on alley closure between Mary and Isabella Streets
City Commission
The Waycross City Commission approved the consent calendar, several bids, and multiple resolutions, including two CHIP rehabilitation assistance grants and the 2021 Joint Comprehensive Plan Update. All votes were unanimous. The meeting also included a public hearing announcement and employee recognition.
- Approved consent calendar including minutes from April 5 and April 6 meetings (unanimous)
- Approved Bid #FY21-18 for color copier (unanimous)
- Approved payment to Body Shop for fire truck repairs (unanimous)
- Approved extension of annual printing bid with Brantley Printing for FY22 (unanimous)
- Approved Bid #FY21-19 for mosquito control spray with Adapco (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 021-12 amending alcoholic beverage license procedures (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 021-13 amending sign regulations for construction and political signs (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution R21-25 for CHIP rehabilitation assistance at 933 Folks Street ($62,590) (unanimous)
City Commission
The Waycross City Commission approved a consent calendar, several resolutions, and two major construction contracts. The commission awarded the Albany Avenue widening and resurfacing project to East Coast Asphalt L.L.C. for $659,813.40 and the drainage improvement project to Thrift Brothers Inc. for $2,468,233.70. They also approved a mutual release settling a lawsuit with the Okefenokee Humane Society, terminated water tank maintenance contracts with Utility Service Company, and extended a gas card service contract. Two ordinances were introduced for first reading, and the commission entered executive session for personnel, litigation, and real estate discussions.
- Awarded Albany Avenue widening/resurfacing to East Coast Asphalt L.L.C. for $659,813.40 (unanimous)
- Awarded Albany Avenue drainage improvement to Thrift Brothers Inc. for $2,468,233.70 (unanimous)
- Approved mutual release and dismissal of lawsuit against Okefenokee Humane Society (unanimous)
- Terminated water tank maintenance contracts with Utility Service Company, Inc. (unanimous)
- Extended FY22 gas card service contract with Lewis and Raulerson, Inc. (unanimous)
- Approved consent calendar including minutes and sign ordinance amendment (unanimous)
- Approved privilege license for Carmine's Italian Ristorante (unanimous)
- Introduced ordinances on commission decorum and Mayor's Youth Commission (first reading)
City Commission
The Waycross City Commission approved the consent calendar, including three ordinances on second reading, and a privilege license for Food Lion. They also approved bids for police vehicle equipment, website redesign, armory architect services, office enclosure, and a wastewater clarifier. Resolutions were passed for police vehicle equipment, armory design, police dog adoption, training agreements, and website redesign.
- Approved consent calendar with minutes and ordinances 21-06, 021-07, 021-08
- Approved Food Lion privilege license for beer and wine sales
- Awarded bid to Dana Safety for police vehicle equipment at $17,687.78
- Awarded website redesign bid to 365 Degree Total Marketing at $30,875.00 first year
- Approved Douglas A. Neal Architect for armory design at $34,000.00
- Approved Lamar Johnson Construction to enclose offices at $51,225.00
- Approved emergency purchase from Brentwood for clarifier at $10,505.03
- Approved resolutions for police vehicle equipment, armory, police dog adoption, training agreements, and website redesign
City Commission
The Waycross City Commission approved Resolution R21-03, directing the city attorney to pursue legal means to remove the privately-owned Confederate monument and Civil War era cannon from Phoenix Park, by a 3-2 vote. The commission also approved several other items, including a zoning ordinance amendment, a salary increase for the mayor and commissioners, and a contract for a culvert repair project. Public comments on the monument were heard, with residents speaking both for and against its removal.
- Approved Resolution R21-03 to pursue legal removal of the Confederate monument and cannon from Phoenix Park (3-2 vote).
- Approved Ordinance 021-05 adding minimum residential square footage requirements to the zoning ordinance (5-0).
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 21-06 to increase mayor and commissioner salaries.
- Approved Ordinance 021-07 to allow donations to the city (all voted yes).
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 021-08 to rezone property at K Street and Albany Avenue from R-50MH to C-2 Highway Commercial.
- Approved Resolution R21-14 to settle the lawsuit against Brantley County Board of Education.
- Approved Resolution R21-15 appointing Commissioner Threat as liaison to the police chief and Commissioner Solomon-Gaines as liaison to the fire chief.
- Approved Resolution R21-16 awarding a $105,378 contract to Utility Asset Management, Inc. for the E. L. Saunders Drive culvert repair (5-0).
City Commission
The Waycross City Commission approved a resolution to purchase parts for repairing the primary clarifiers at the wastewater treatment plant, with a contract awarded to The TDH Company, LLC for a total not to exceed $8,481.52, paid from Water & Sewer funds. The consent calendar, including approval of prior meeting minutes, was also approved unanimously. No other ordinances or resolutions were presented. Public comments included requests to remove Confederate statues from city properties, but no action was taken.
- Approved consent calendar including minutes from Feb 1-2 meetings (unanimous)
- Approved Bid Surplus Property WAYX 21-06 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution R 21-13 to purchase clarifier parts for $8,481.52 (unanimous)
City Commission
The Waycross City Commission approved the purchase of 35 in-car and 35 body cameras from WatchGuard for $235,800, with $13,650 in annual maintenance. The commission also passed an emergency ordinance amending parade route regulations in Chapter 38, and approved resolutions for the Albany Avenue widen/resurfacing project and rehabilitation assistance for 908 Quarterman Street.
- Approved Bid FY21-16 for 35 in-car and 35 body cameras from WatchGuard, Allen, TX, at $235,800 (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 021-04 amending parade route regulations, first emergency reading (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance 021-04 amending parade route regulations, second emergency reading (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution R21-10 authorizing execution of GDOT documents for Albany Avenue Widen and Resurfacing Project (4-0)
- Approved Resolution R21-11 for purchase of in-car and body cameras for Waycross Police Department (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution R21-12 for rehabilitation assistance at 908 Quarterman Street, increased to $45,675 (unanimous)
- Approved Consent Calendar (unanimous)
City Commission
The Waycross City Commission approved several contracts and resolutions, including a new banking services provider, a water tank maintenance contract, and an emergency ordinance amending alcohol license rules. A resolution to remove the Confederate monument in Phoenix Park was tabled. The commission also approved the sale of a surplus lot and set election qualifying fees.
- Approved bid for Alpha/Ethel Street lot sale to Tyrone S. Harris, Sr. for $800 (unanimous)
- Awarded water tank inspections/washouts contract to American Tank Maintenance, $14,681/year for 5 years (unanimous)
- Approved Ameris Bank as banking services provider (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance 021-03 amending alcohol beverage licenses (4-0, emergency first and second readings)
- Approved privilege license for My Place Lounge (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution R21-02 setting election qualifying fee at $180 (4-0)
- Tabled Resolution R21-03 on Confederate monument removal (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution R21-04 for sale of surplus property at Alpha/Ethel Streets (unanimous)