Grants & funding in Georgia local government
What Georgia city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about grants & funding — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
786 Georgia meetings since 2024 covered grants & funding. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Georgia with the most grants & funding activity
- Atlanta, GA (66)
- Douglas County, GA (61)
- Forsyth County, GA (27)
- Roswell, GA (27)
- Stockbridge, GA (26)
- Marietta, GA (26)
- Glynn County, GA (25)
- South Fulton, GA (23)
- Athens, GA (22)
- Charlton County, GA (20)
- Spalding County, GA (19)
- Lyons, GA (16)
Latest matching meetings
Board to approve $21,364,924.99 GMP amendment for Court Buildings and Sheriff’s Office renovations
The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners will vote on a GMP amendment worth $21,364,924.99 for the Court Buildings and Sheriff’s Office Headquarters Renovations. The agenda also includes approvals for a $33,710 hazard‑mitigation plan update, several grant acceptances, and multiple contract and task order approvals…
Griffin DDA to consider grants and E. Broad Street property policies
The Downtown Development Authority will discuss property maintenance and usage policies for E. Broad Street. The board is considering a new discretionary flex grant program and a General Business Assistance grant for Reggae Vybz. Members will also review facade grant language and a letter of support for Piedmont…
Board to approve transfer of county land to the City of Covington
The Newton County Board of Commissioners will consider a resolution to transfer county-owned real property to the City of Covington. Other agenda items include several grant‑funded professional services contracts for the juvenile and resource courts, a fire‑department fee schedule revision, and the repeal and…
City Council to consider applying for up to $1M CDBG grant
The Jackson City Council will hold a public hearing on a Community Development Block Grant application for up to $1,000,000.00 to benefit low‑ and moderate‑income residents. The council will also discuss the cemetery landscaping bid, the combined August/September Clean Up Days, and the special events permit for the…
Approve LED retrofit at Southeast Clarke Park ballfields, saving $42,900 yearly.
The Athens-Clarke County Mayor and Commission will consider a consent agenda that includes multiple approvals, such as a federal grant for opioid response, a tax commissioner salary adjustment, and several water and sewer projects. Public input will be taken on the consent items and on planning commission…
Board to consider a 2KM award for a school gym renovation
The McDuffie County Board of Commissioners will discuss several items, including a variance request for a storage structure at 3630 Bethany Court. They will also consider a one‑day alcohol license for the 32nd Annual Blind Willie McTell Festival and the use of the Government Center Grounds for the Camellia City…
Board approves $56,250 grant and other contracts
The Douglas County Board of Commissioners will approve a $56,250 grant for family services and a series of contracts for juvenile justice, court systems, and maintenance. The meeting also includes the approval of Commissioner expenses and proclamations.
Board will vote on two aviation hangar lease agreements (H18 and H19)
The Pickens County Board will consider and approve amendments to several marshal chapter ordinances, two aviation hangar lease contracts, two memoranda of understanding, and a set of FY 2027 accountability court grants. The meeting also includes public hearings on the discontinuance of the Marshal’s Office and…
Board considers grants for youth and family services and various vendor contracts
The Board of Commissioners will review grant acceptances for juvenile justice and family connections. The body is also deciding on several maintenance contracts, court system upgrades, and an appointment to the Housing Authority.
Council to consider bids for Hinesville Police Department door access system upgrade
The Hinesville City Council will approve minutes from the July 2, 2026 meeting and hear several informational presentations. It will discuss the final plat for 36 single‑family lots on Crystal Lake Drive, consider a state grant application for transitional housing, evaluate bids to upgrade the police department’s door…
DDA discusses zoning reviews and downtown branding updates
The Downtown Development Authority will review several zoning requests and variances for properties on W. Gordon Street, S. Center Street, and N. Church Street. The meeting also includes updates on facade grants, the Main Street Advisory Board, and downtown branding.
City adopts its 2026-2030 CDBG Five‑Year Plan and $563,496 action plan.
The City Council approved the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Five‑Year Consolidated Plan for 2026‑2030 and the 2026 Annual Action Plan, which allocates $563,496 to the Senior Homeowner Rehabilitation Program. The Council authorized submission of the plans to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban…
Commissioners to consider budget amendments across multiple departments
The Peach County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing, appearances, and new business items. New business includes budget amendments for multiple departments and a business license presentation. Old business involves discussion of opioid training solutions for police officers.
Board to vote on $21.4M renovation for court buildings and sheriff's HQ
The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners will consider a $21.36 million guaranteed maximum price amendment for the Court Buildings and Sheriff's Office Headquarters Renovations project, postponed from a prior meeting. The board will also discuss voting precinct boundary modifications for three precincts and consider…
Rezoning request for Optimal Consulting to RSM zoning district
The Board will hold a public hearing at 10:00 AM, then vote on a rezoning request from Optimal Consulting for property in Districts 3 & 7. The consent agenda includes a $714,810 allocation for Mason Mill Park and $500,000 for Lithonia Pool improvements, along with several grant acceptances and contract renewals…
Committee will consider purchasing mitigation credits for Hereford Farm Road widening
The Development and Planning Services Committee will discuss several new business items. These include buying stream and wetland mitigation credits for the Hereford Farm Road widening project, a resolution to abandon and sell part of Morris Callaway Road, and accepting a 2026 LMIG Safety Action Plan grant. The…
Public Services Committee discusses airport upgrades, park construction, and zoning
The committee will consider several items including security camera upgrades at Augusta Regional Airport and construction contracts for May Park and Boykin Road Park. Members will also discuss updates to the zoning ordinance regarding data centers and public engagement.
Public Safety Committee discusses detention center lighting and grant awards
The committee will consider several financial requests including a change order for light fixtures at the Charles B. Webster Detention Center. Members will also review grant awards for Juvenile Court and the B.O.O.S.T. program.
Committee discusses workforce grants, park agreements, and heat safety plans
The committee will review several workforce development grants for WorkSource Atlanta and various city service agreements. Discussion includes updates on the Metro Atlanta Land Bank and potential new heat safety protocols for city offices.
Roswell Committees discuss cybercrime grants, recreation funding, and growth plans
The Committees of Council will consider several grant applications for law enforcement and recreation. The agenda also includes the transmittal of annual planning updates regarding capital improvements and a comprehensive growth plan.
City Council considers $9.9 million grant for I-575 and Ridgewalk Parkway interchange
The City Council is deciding on several transportation grants, including a Diverging Diamond Interchange and sidewalk improvements. The body will also vote on e-bike ordinances and the 2026 Comprehensive Transportation Plan.
Council to vote on accepting $9.9M grant for I-575 diverging diamond interchange
The Woodstock City Council is holding a regular session with multiple approvals, including two major federal grants for transportation projects, a final vote on e-bike regulations, and several routine items. Key decisions include accepting a $9.95M CMAQ grant for the I-575/Ridgewalk Parkway diverging diamond…
Roswell council votes on $10.7M Riverside Road contract and TSPLOST distribution.
The Roswell Mayor and Council will vote on several board appointments, including reappointments to the Housing Authority and Design Review Board. They are also considering a mid-year budget amendment, an application for up to $60,000 in National Endowment for the Arts grant funds, and a proposal to close a future…
Historic rehabilitation grant proposal for 2881 N. Main Street
The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority will consider a historic rehabilitation grant for the property at 2881 N. Main Street and an inducement resolution for the same address. The board will also receive a financial report, approve open invoices, and hear a presentation on the Downtown Ambassador Program. Public…
Commissioners consider $922,000 roof restoration for Magistrate Courthouse
The Board of Commissioners will vote on several high-value infrastructure contracts and budget amendments. The meeting includes a public hearing for an alcoholic beverage license and appointments for the Selden Park Advisory Board.
Finance Committee to consider budget amendment and $910K indigent defense
The Finance Committee will consider a resolution to amend the FY25/26 budget and approve several contracts and grant awards. Key decisions include a $910,037 indigent defense appropriation, a $922,000 roof restoration contract, and multiple transportation and safety studies. The committee will also decide on a $856…
City Council to award road resurfacing and grant administration contracts
The City Council will approve financial statements, receive reports from local authorities, and vote on awarding contracts for road resurfacing, hurricane resilience funding, and zoning ordinance updates.
Lumpkin County Hospital Authority to discuss board vacancies and grant request
The Hospital Authority will meet to address open leadership positions and a grant request. The body is seeking candidates to fill a secretary position and a board seat previously held by Mike Davis.
Board to vote on $2.3M contract for Cornish Creek Water Treatment Facility construction phase
The Newton County Board of Commissioners will consider several action items including a $2.3 million contract amendment for the Cornish Creek Water Treatment Facility, a $285,331 grant for the Adult Drug Court, and a $256,890 legal services agreement for Juvenile Court. Other items include a new Staff Attorney…
Rock House Preservation Advisory Committee meets July 7
The Rock House Preservation Advisory Committee will meet to discuss old and new business. The agenda includes updates on road projects and grant submittals.
Board considers alcohol license and multiple infrastructure grants
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding an alcohol license for a business at The Preserve. They are also deciding on revisions to personnel merit codes and approving various federal and state grants for transit, courts, and senior services.
Rezoning petition for 441 Poplar Road; FY2027 budget hearing set
The Coweta County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the continuation of a rezoning request for property at 441 Poplar Road, Newnan. The board will also consider new beer and wine license applications, set a public hearing for the proposed FY2027 budget, and vote on bids for road services and various…
Board to consider 2026 millage rate and Bells Ferry LCI Plan update
The Board of Commissioners will discuss the initial 2026 millage rate and hold a public hearing on the Bells Ferry LCI Plan Update. The meeting includes several rezoning requests and the approval of multiple grant awards and infrastructure contracts.
Wildfire safety grant, library cameras, and surplus items on agenda
The board will consider accepting a Wildfire Safety and Preparedness Grant from the Georgia Forestry Commission, awarding a bid for a library camera system to Ringgold Telephone Company, and approving surplus items for The Colonnade. Also on the agenda is the reappointment of the 911/EMA director to a regional EMS…
Council to consider QuikTrip conditional use at 1110 N Broad Street
The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on a conditional use permit and hardship variance for a QuikTrip at 1110 N Broad Street, along with a rezone at 275 Cherry Hill Road. New business includes a CDBG grant agreement for the Blaine Station Project, financing with GMA, purchase of a fire engine, and a…
Board to vote on AI policy, trail grant, library contract
The White County Board of Commissioners will consider several new business items at its July 6 regular meeting, including a grant application for additional trails at Yonah Preserve, a resolution adopting standards for artificial intelligence use, and a contract for administrative services related to the library…
Douglas County Board considers $1.5M for fire-damaged DOT facility reconstruction
The Board of Commissioners will vote on several grant acceptances, professional service contracts, and personnel merit code revisions. The meeting includes a public hearing for an alcohol license and appointments to various county boards.
Council to appoint Carl Geffken as new City Manager
The City Council will consider appointing Carl Geffken as City Manager effective July 13, 2026. They also will vote on contracts for grant administration services ($80,000) and audio production for events ($91,000). The consent agenda includes surplus vehicles and a computer hardware refresh purchase.
East Point City Council discusses FY27 budget and water line installation
The City Council will consider the adoption of the FY27 budget ending June 30, 2027. Additionally, the council will discuss a water line installation project on West Hamilton Avenue and a use permit for a recycling center.
Augusta Commission discusses data center zoning and various municipal contracts
The Commission will consider several consent agenda items including vehicle purchases, grant awards, and professional service contracts. Public comments include inquiries regarding the West Augusta Community Center and concerns about QTS data center zoning.