Schools & libraries in Georgia local government
What Georgia city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about schools & libraries — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
395 Georgia meetings since 2024 covered schools & libraries. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Georgia with the most schools & libraries activity
- Savannah Chatham County Public School System, GA (120)
- Gwinnett County Public Schools, GA (47)
- Athens, GA (18)
- Oconee County, GA (12)
- Douglas County, GA (11)
- Lyons, GA (10)
- Columbia County, GA (9)
- Marietta, GA (9)
- Forest Park, GA (8)
- Villa Rica, GA (8)
- Clayton County, GA (8)
- Commerce, GA (7)
Latest matching meetings
Audit Committee to review draft reports and internal audit update
The Columbia County Audit Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear draft reports from the Planning Department, Library System, and Licensing Department, and receive a September internal audit update. Public comments are limited to five minutes per speaker. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific…
Board reviews FY 2028 Capital Outlay Program application and multiple budget transfers
The Savannah Chatham County Public School System Board will vote on a consent agenda containing personnel actions, budget transfers, and policy reviews. Key decisions include the FY 2028 Capital Outlay Program application and the closeout of several renovation projects. The board will also review policies for school…
Savannah Chatham school board holds informal meeting to review change orders and charter updates
The Savannah Chatham County Public School System board will hold an informal meeting on September 2, 2026, at 3:00 PM. The agenda consists of informational reports on change orders and charter authorizers, followed by a motion to adjourn to executive session. No specific decisions, votes, or new policies are listed on…
School capital committee to review finances, project updates
The Capital Improvement Committee of the Savannah-Chatham County Public School System is meeting to review financials, capital programs and maintenance updates, project schedules and cash flow, and individual project updates. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.
Committee to review summer school impact and choice program redesign
The Academic Excellence Committee will meet to approve its agenda and minutes, then hear two presentations: one on the impact and outlook of Summer School 2026, and another on the Choice Programs Redesign Plan and timeline. The meeting is scheduled for August 18, 2026, at the Jessie Collier Deloach Board Room.
School board hears opening report, then moves to closed session
The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System board is holding an informal meeting with informational updates and a report on the 2026-2027 school year opening. The meeting is expected to adjourn into executive session to discuss personnel, real estate, and legal matters.
Board to review 9 policies, approve contracts, settlements, and budget items
The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System Board of Education will hold its regular meeting on August 12, 2026. The agenda includes routine matters, a superintendent's report, and a review of nine board policies (four-year and mid-period reviews). The board will also vote on a consent agenda with numerous items…
School board holds executive session on student, personnel, safety, legal matters
The Savannah Chatham County Public School System board is meeting in executive session to discuss student matters, personnel matters, safety and security matters, and legal and real estate matters. The agenda lists only these four broad topics with no specific details, indicating the session is closed to the public…
Board to consider Superintendent's recommendation on Fair Dismissal Act Hearing
The Savannah Chatham County Public School System Board will hold a hearing regarding the Fair Dismissal Act. The Board will consider whether to uphold a recommendation made by the Superintendent.
Board to vote on teacher dismissal under Fair Dismissal Act
The Savannah Chatham County Public School System Board will hold a Fair Dismissal Act hearing to decide whether to uphold the Superintendent’s recommendation regarding a teacher dismissal. The meeting is scheduled for July 27, 2026, at 9:00 AM at 2 Laura Avenue, Savannah, GA 31404.
Council to consider rezoning 3 acres on Hospital Rd from residential to commercial
The Commerce City Council will vote on several items including a rezoning request at 1432 Hospital Rd from R-1 to C-2, the purchase of 3.129 acres at 204 Carson St from the Boys & Girls Club, and intergovernmental agreements for EMS use of CFD Station 2 and School Resource Officers with Commerce City Schools. Other…
Athens-Clarke County to consider 2026 property tax rates
The Mayor and Commission will meet to decide on 2026 property tax rates and the tax levy for the Clarke County School Board. The body will also review a School Resource Officer agreement and a bid award for the Heard Community Center.
Oconee County Library Board to consider budget approval
The Library Board of Trustees will meet to review reports from the branch manager, regional office, director, and financial officer. The board is scheduled to decide on budget approval.
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…
Rezoning of 29.22 acres on S. Carpenter Road for multi-family apartments
The Tifton City Council will consider an ordinance to rezone approximately 29.22 acres on S. Carpenter Road from Wholesale-Light Industrial to Residential Professional, allowing multi-family apartments requested by Stafford Kunes Investments, LLC. The council will also vote on a resolution approving the School…
School board executive session on personnel, safety, legal matters
The Savannah Chatham County Public School System board is holding an executive session to discuss personnel matters, safety and security, and legal and real estate issues. The agenda lists these topics without specific details, indicating the session is closed to the public and likely involves sensitive information.
Public hearing on proposed school property tax rate increase
The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System is holding a public hearing to discuss a proposed increase to the millage rate for fiscal year 2027. The board will hear a finance presentation and receive public comments before adjourning.
Board sets 2026 tax millage rate at 17.331 mills after debate
The Savannah Chatham County Public School System Board held a special meeting to approve the Fiscal Year 2027 tax millage rate. A motion to roll back the rate to 17.049 mills was considered but not adopted; the board ultimately set the rate at 17.331 mills. The board also approved personnel reassignments and salary…
Human Relations Commission discusses upcoming sessions and retreat planning
The commission will meet to discuss several community events and internal planning. Items include voting on dates for an August education session and a December meeting, as well as discussing the upcoming HRC Retreat.
Discussion on scheduling a joint work session with City Council and Georgia Tech
The Downtown Development Authority board will discuss holding a joint work session with the City Council and Georgia Tech, and will review the regular meeting schedule. Earlier items include a strategic priority results presentation, training opportunities, and quick‑wins placemaking ideas. Public comments are also…
Savannah Chatham County Public School System holds executive session
The board is meeting in an executive session to discuss student, personnel, safety, and legal matters. The agenda includes a review of retirements, resignations, appointments, terminations, reassignments, salary adjustments, and charter schools.
Board to approve $15M furniture contract and $3.5M HVAC renewal
The Savannah Chatham County Public School System Board meets to approve routine personnel actions, policy reviews, and major contracts. Key decisions include renewing a $3.5M HVAC services contract, approving a $15M furniture purchasing contract, and awarding a $2.2M digital records system. The board will also vote on…
Public hearing on proposed 2026 school millage rate increase
The Savannah Chatham County Public School System board holds its second public hearing on a proposed millage rate increase for fiscal year 2027. Board President Roger Moss Jr. will call the meeting to order, and staff member Paige Cooley will present the proposal. Members of the public may speak before the board…
Public hearing on proposed millage rate increase
The Savannah Chatham County Public School System is holding its first public hearing regarding a proposed millage rate increase. Mrs. Paige Cooley will provide a presentation on the FY27 millage rate.
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…
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…
Council to decide on rezoning 3 acres at 1432 Hospital Rd to commercial
The Commerce City Council will consider several items at its July 6 work session, including a rezoning request for 3 acres on Hospital Rd from residential to commercial, approval of the FY26 budget amendments, and an intergovernmental agreement with Jackson County for EMS services. Other items include the purchase of…
Board to consider a resolution for an Education Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax
The Cherokee County Board of Elections and Registration will meet on July 29, 2026 at 9:30 AM in Canton. The agenda includes a call to order, consideration of a resolution calling for an Education Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (ESPLOST), and adjournment. An executive session may follow if necessary.
Audit Committee to review 1 to 1 technology access and FY 27 audit plan
The Audit Committee will meet to review an audit regarding 1 to 1 technology access and the audit plan for fiscal year 2027. The committee will also review the June Management Action Report.
School board enters closed session for confidential matters
The Savannah Chatham County Public School System board is holding an executive session to discuss confidential matters. The agenda includes student matters, personnel issues, safety and security concerns, and legal and real estate matters, all of which will be discussed behind closed doors. No votes or public…
Board tentatively approves 17.331-mill property tax rate for FY2027 public schools
The Savannah Chatham County Public School System board holds a public hearing to discuss and vote on the Fiscal Year 2027 budget and millage rate. The board tentatively recommends a 17.331-mill property tax rate to fund public education, pending final adoption. The meeting also includes approvals of annual contracts…
Beautification Committee to nominate new chair, plan cleanup day
The Forest Park Beautification Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from April 27, discuss the Neighbor Helping Neighbors Initiative, and address several new business items. These include nominating and confirming a new chairperson to replace Kwan Rhea, confirming locations for trash cans…
Commissioners to vote on planned development amendment for Tradewinds Technology Park
The Glynn County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on June 18, 2026, with a consent agenda covering 22 items including final plats for two subdivisions (West Point Phase V and Tate's Landing Phase I), a fire grant, vehicle surplus, and multiple contracts. Two public hearings will consider a planned…
Committee reviews Year 1 strategic plan and new instructional framework
The Academic Excellence Committee will meet to preview the first-year tactics of its 2026–27 strategic plan and present the new Unified Tier 1 Instructional Framework. No formal decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.
BOC to consider stream buffer variance for Dominion Christian School at zoning hearing
The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will hear and decide several zoning cases at its June 16, 2026 hearing, including consent agenda items and regular cases. Among the consent items are a rezoning for an additional home on Canton Road, site plan amendments for AAB IMPLEX and Dominion Christian School, and a…
County board holds FY 2027 budget worksession
The Board of Commissioners is discussing the FY 2027 budget during a worksession, with presentations from the District Attorney, Tax Commissioner, Sheriff's Office, and Library. No votes or final decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.
Council to consider TSPLOST distribution agreement with Douglas County
The Villa Rica City Council will discuss several consent items, including a workers compensation renewal, a water plant design, and a sanitation rate increase. It will vote on a resolution and intergovernmental agreement for the Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (TSPLOST) distribution with Douglas…
Board reviews water quality reports and property deeds
The Board will review the 2026 Annual Water Quality Report and consider a quit claim deed for abandoned mains at 50 Powers Ferry Road. Members will also discuss renewing a marketing sponsorship agreement with Marietta High School.
Board to discuss Strategic Plan 2031 and FY27 budget process
The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System Board will hold an informal meeting to receive informational updates from board members, review a quarterly change order report, discuss final updates to the Strategic Plan 2031, and receive a budget process update for FY27. The meeting is largely informational and…
Board to tentatively adopt FY2027 budget and recommend 17.331 mill tax rate
The Board of Education will consider the tentative adoption of the Fiscal Year 2027 budget and a recommended tax millage levy. The meeting includes votes on the Five-Year Strategic Plan 2031 and the denial of two charter school petitions. Members will also review several board policies and approve various service…