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Waycross public meetings in 2022

51 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 20, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross City Commission to consider business license renewals and fire department equipment

The Waycross City Commission will review several privilege license renewals for local restaurants and lounges. The commission will also consider resolutions regarding fire department equipment and the appointment of an agent to inspect abandoned mobile homes.

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Mon Dec 19, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross Commission to consider fire department equipment and mobile home inspections

The commission will discuss the Old City Garage and Lakeview Drive. Proposed resolutions include purchasing fire department exercise equipment and appointing an agent to inspect abandoned mobile homes. Several local businesses are also up for privilege license renewals.

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Tue Dec 6, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross Commission to consider re-zoning 121 Victory Drive

The Waycross City Commission will consider re-zoning 121 Victory Drive from industrial park to highway commercial. The agenda also includes resolutions to appoint Tommy Cox as acting city manager and to purchase a new fire truck. Additionally, the commission will review several business privilege license renewals.

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Mon Dec 5, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross Commission to discuss acting city manager appointment and fire department bids

The Waycross City Commission will hold a planning session to discuss several administrative items. Proposed actions include appointing Tommy Cox as Acting City Manager and purchasing washing machines for the fire department. The agenda also includes land sales and wastewater facility upgrades.

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Tue Nov 15, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross City Commission to consider re-zoning 121 Victory Drive

The Waycross City Commission will review zoning changes, street paving contracts, and privilege license renewals. The agenda also includes an ordinance regarding the College Street right-of-way and the declaration of a police vehicle as surplus property.

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Mon Nov 14, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross City Commission reviews street paving, utility upgrades, and license renewals

The Waycross City Commission is reviewing bids for street resurfacing and a contract award for several streets. The session includes discussions on a state grant application and proposed resolutions for wastewater facility upgrades. Additionally, the commission will review numerous privilege license renewals for local businesses.

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Tue Nov 1, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Rezoning request for 121 Victory Drive on City Commission agenda

The Waycross City Commission will consider rezoning 121 Victory Drive from industrial to highway commercial. The meeting includes second readings for ordinances regarding city charter audits and new building certificate fees. The commission will also review stormwater utility bids and privilege license renewals.

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Mon Oct 31, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Proposed rezoning of 121 Victory Drive from industrial to highway commercial

The commission will discuss the 2023 holiday calendar, employee merit increases, and ARP grants. Proposed actions include rezoning property on Victory Drive and declaring surplus land on Brunswick Avenue for sale.

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Tue Oct 18, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross Commission considers new municipal fees and yard trash pickup changes

The Waycross City Commission will review amendments to the city code regarding yard trash pickup and a new fee for unsafe building certificates. The agenda also includes resolutions for police grant funding and updates to personnel per diem policies.

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Mon Oct 17, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross Commission to discuss charter amendments and new building fees

The session includes discussions regarding the Waste Water Treatment Plant and per diem. Proposed actions include amending the City Charter audit requirements and adding a fee for Unsafe Building Certificates.

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Tue Oct 4, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

City Commission to consider insurance approvals and yard trash ordinance changes

The Waycross City Commission will review an ordinance amendment regarding yard trash pickup. The commission also plans to schedule a public hearing for the closure of a 60-foot right-of-way on College Street. Additionally, officials will consider approving several insurance providers for city coverage.

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Tue Sep 20, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross City Commission to consider map amendment and street closure

The Waycross City Commission will review a map amendment request for 121 Victory Drive and the closure of Colquitt Street. The agenda also includes approving privilege licenses and adopting a landfill groundwater monitoring report.

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Mon Sep 19, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Map amendment request for 121 Victory Drive

The Waycross City Commission will discuss a map amendment request for 121 Victory Drive and landfill monitoring results. The session also includes discussions regarding downtown events and police department updates.

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Tue Sep 6, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross City Commission to consider armory renovations and budget amendments

The commission will consider resolutions to adopt an investment policy and amend the Fiscal Year 2023 budget. Agenda items include contract agreements for police armory renovations and a new knuckle boom loader purchase. A public hearing will also be scheduled regarding the closure of part of College Street.

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Tue Sep 6, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross City Commission discusses police armory renovations and investment policy

The Waycross City Commission is reviewing proposals for police armory renovations and the adoption of a new city investment policy. The session also includes discussions regarding a proposed cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) increase and equipment bids.

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Tue Aug 16, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross Commission considers street gang prevention ordinance and police equipment

The City Commission will review ordinances regarding street gang terrorism prevention and the closing of a portion of Colquitt Street. The agenda also includes resolutions for police communication headsets and federal grant acceptance.

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Mon Aug 15, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross City Commission reviews police equipment and grant applications

The commission is reviewing resolutions for local sales tax distribution and a federal justice grant application. The session also includes discussions on tactical communication headset purchases and privilege license renewals.

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Tue Aug 2, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross Commission considers street gang prevention and street closure ordinances

The Waycross City Commission will consider ordinances regarding street gang prevention and the closure of a portion of Colquitt Street. The agenda also includes resolutions for emergency repairs to fire equipment and water plant components. Additionally, officials will review tax exemption amendments for religious and charitable organizations.

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Mon Aug 1, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Proposed ordinance to add Street Gang Terrorism and Prevention to City Code

The commission will discuss emergency repairs for a water plant valve and ladder truck maintenance. The session also includes reviews of proposed ordinances regarding street gang prevention and resolutions for cloud-based backup services.

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Tue Jul 19, 2022 · 16:45

City Commission

Public hearing on closing and abandoning part of Colquitt Street

The City Commission is considering a petition to close and abandon a 60-foot right-of-way on Colquitt Street. This section runs from South Georgia Parkway north toward Mary Street. The meeting includes a public hearing for supporters and opponents to present their views.

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Tue Jul 19, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross City Commission to consider zoning and meeting rule amendments

The Waycross City Commission will review ordinance amendments regarding meeting decorum and public participation. The agenda also includes updates to off-street parking requirements and yard sale regulations for tax-exempt organizations. Additionally, the commission will consider insurance consulting contracts and employee health insurance eligibility.

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Mon Jul 18, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Discussion of FY2023 budget amendment and new tax digest

The Commission will discuss a proposed amendment to the FY2023 budget and the new preliminary tax digest. The session also includes discussions regarding voting precincts, the City Manager, and an armory change order.

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Tue Jul 5, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross City Commission to consider updates to parking and meeting ordinances

The Waycross City Commission is reviewing amendments to city meeting procedures and zoning regulations for off-street parking. The commission will also consider an agreement with Ware County regarding sales tax proceeds and adopt the 2021 annual financial report.

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Tue Jul 5, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross City Commission to discuss zoning changes and meeting procedures

The Waycross City Commission is holding a planning and information session to discuss several items. Topics include sewer repairs near Arby’s, homeland security grant funds, and updates to the city's zoning ordinance regarding parking requirements.

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Thu Jun 30, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross City Commission to discuss FY 2023 budget and approve resolutions

The Waycross City Commission met to discuss the Fiscal Year 2023 budget, SPLOST agreements, and LOST negotiations. The meeting included resolutions for approving the upcoming fiscal year budget and an agreement with Ware County regarding SPLOST proceeds.

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Tue Jun 21, 2022 · 16:45

City Commission

Proposed changes to Waycross off-street parking requirements

The City Commission is conducting a public hearing regarding a petition to amend the Waycross Zoning Ordinance text. The proposal involves changing and adding language to Sections 608.2(u) and 608.28(h) related to off-street parking requirements.

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Tue Jun 21, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross City Commission to take final action on City Manager position

The commission will take final action regarding the City Manager position and consider several resolutions. These include approving a watershed protection report and purchasing pumps for sewer lift station replacements.

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Tue Jun 21, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross City Commission reviews sewer pump purchases and watershed protection

The Waycross City Commission will hold a planning and information session to review an audit by Mauldin & Jenkins CPAs. Proposed resolutions include approving the 2021 Watershed Protection Plan Annual Report and purchasing pumps for the Sewer Lift Station Pump Replacement Project. The session also includes discussions on generator repairs and rehabilitation assistance for 1413 Rockefeller Street.

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Thu Jun 16, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross City Commission meeting to discuss FY2023 budget

The City Commission is holding a called meeting for the purpose of discussing the Fiscal Year 2023 budget. No other specific agenda items are listed beyond procedural steps and guests.

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Tue Jun 7, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross Commission to consider appointing Marc Hawkins as Acting City Manager

The Commission will consider several resolutions, including the appointment of an Acting City Manager and awarding contracts for fuel and oil services. The agenda also includes scheduling upcoming public hearings regarding the city budget and a street closure on Colquitt Street.

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Mon Jun 6, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

The City Commission will consider appointing Marc Hawkins as Acting City Manager

The commission will discuss the SPLOST referendum and replacing street signs in the Historic District. Proposed resolutions include transferring funds for the U.S. #1 Overpass Project and paying for water line work at Center Elementary School. The session also includes reviewing annual service bids.

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Wed Jun 1, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross City Commission scheduled to enter executive session

The June 1, 2022, special called meeting consists of procedural items. The agenda includes entering and adjourning to an executive session.

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Tue May 17, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross City Commission considers charter amendments and property annexation

The Waycross City Commission is reviewing several ordinances and resolutions. Proposed actions include amending the city charter regarding public comments and annexing property at 1190 East Blackshear Avenue. The commission will also consider updates to employee leave policies and bids for police and fire uniforms.

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Mon May 16, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross City Commission discusses property annexation and city charter amendments

The Waycross City Commission will hold a planning and information session to discuss various city matters. Topics include potential rate increases for Ryland Environmental and ESG, the Folk Street Grant Project, and police equipment bids. The commission will also consider ordinances regarding city charter amendments and property annexation.

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Tue May 3, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross Commission considers body cameras and street right-of-way changes

The City Commission will consider resolutions regarding police body camera grants and mosquito control. The agenda also includes an ordinance to close part of Council Street and a scope increase for the Albany Avenue drainage project.

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Mon May 2, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross City Commission reviews mosquito control bids and police equipment purchases

The Waycross City Commission is holding a planning and information session to discuss several city projects and bids. Topics include mosquito control spraying, police car equipment, and drainage improvements on Albany Avenue. The commission will also discuss voting precincts and appointments to the Land Bank Authority.

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Tue Apr 19, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross City Commission to consider rezoning at Thomas and Pendleton Streets

The Waycross City Commission will meet to review zoning changes and approve several resolutions. This includes scheduling a public hearing for 1190 E. Blackshear Avenue and reviewing groundwater monitoring for the Blackwell/Common Street Landfill. The commission will also consider an inmate work detail agreement with the Georgia Department of Corrections.

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Mon Apr 18, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross City Commission discusses rate increases and charter amendments

The commission will review groundwater monitoring reports for the Blackwell/Common Street Landfill. Members will also discuss requests for rate increases from ESG Operations and Ryland Environmental. Additionally, an ordinance to amend how citizens address the commission will be reviewed.

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Tue Apr 5, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Rezoning proposal for corner of Thomas Street and Pendleton Street

The City Commission will consider rezoning a property from R-5 residential to C-2 highway commercial. The agenda also includes an oath of office for the City Clerk and privilege license renewals.

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Mon Apr 4, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Rezoning proposal at Thomas and Pendleton Streets and landfill monitoring report

The Waycross City Commission is reviewing a rezoning request for the corner of Thomas and Pendleton Streets. The session also includes adopting a groundwater monitoring report for the Blackwell/Common Street Landfill.

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Tue Mar 15, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross City Commission considers selling abandoned and forfeited firearms

The commission will consider resolutions to sell abandoned guns and forfeited firearms to the highest bidder. The meeting also includes scheduling a public hearing regarding the closure of a portion of Council Street.

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Mon Mar 14, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross City Commission to consider Council Street closure and firearm sales

The Waycross City Commission will consider scheduling a public hearing for the closure of part of Council Street. Proposed resolutions include the sale of abandoned guns and firearms forfeited by court order. A report from Public Works is also scheduled.

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Tue Mar 1, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross City Commission considers American Rescue Plan Act MOU

The commission will consider resolutions regarding an American Rescue Plan Act MOU and a Hazard Mitigation Grant Program agreement. The agenda also includes a privilege license for AMVETS Post #0621.

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Mon Feb 28, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Discussion of 1308 Truman Street de-annexation and proposed resolutions

The Waycross City Commission will discuss the de-annexation of 1308 Truman Street. The session includes reviewing proposed resolutions for American Rescue Plan Act funding and hazard mitigation grants. A privilege license for AMVETS Post #0621 is also on the agenda.

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Tue Feb 15, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross Commission to consider grinding service contracts and pump replacements

The Waycross City Commission will consider resolutions for city grinding services and new pumps for the Jasmine and Kettle Creek lift stations. The agenda also includes scheduling a public hearing for a zoning amendment on Thomas Street. Additionally, the commission will review minutes from previous meetings.

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Mon Feb 14, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross City Commission reviews bids for grinding services and pump replacements

The Waycross City Commission is reviewing contract bids for annual grinding services and lift station pumps. The session also includes discussions on a zoning amendment for Thomas Street and a proposed ordinance regarding dead, diseased, or dying trees.

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Tue Feb 1, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross City Commission to consider closing part of Pendleton Street right-of-way

The Waycross City Commission will consider an ordinance to close a portion of the Pendleton Street right-of-way. The agenda also includes approving a fireworks display agreement and reviewing grant applications for road maintenance. Additionally, the commission will address the removal and reappointment of members to the Convention & Visitors Bureau Authority.

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Mon Jan 31, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Proposed resolutions for July 4th fireworks and Convention & Visitors Bureau changes

The Waycross City Commission will discuss the National Opioids Settlement and parking ordinances. The session also includes proposed resolutions regarding Fourth of July fireworks and the Waycross Convention & Visitors Bureau Authority.

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Mon Jan 17, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross City Commission considers stormwater contracts and surplus property declarations

The commission will consider resolutions to declare real property between Albany Avenue and Brunswick Avenue as surplus and award a contract for stormwater utility projects. Discussions include Public Works equipment repairs and WPD equipment replacement. The agenda also includes privilege license renewals and new applications.

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Tue Jan 4, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

Waycross Commission to consider zoning changes and street closures

The City Commission will swear in new commissioners and elect a Mayor Pro Tempore. The agenda includes ordinances regarding barber shop permits in the Medical District and closing part of Pendleton Street. The commission will also consider purchasing a breathing apparatus fill station for the fire department.

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Mon Jan 3, 2022 · 17:00

City Commission

New commissioners to be sworn in and zoning amendments discussed

The City Commission will swear in three newly elected commissioners and discuss various board appointments. Proposed items include zoning changes for the Medical District and closing a portion of Pendleton Street. The commission will also consider purchasing fire department equipment.

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