Water & utilities in Georgia local government
What Georgia city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about water & utilities — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
920 Georgia meetings since 2024 covered water & utilities. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Georgia with the most water & utilities activity
- Atlanta, GA (83)
- Columbus, GA (43)
- East Point, GA (42)
- Lawrenceville, GA (39)
- Forsyth County, GA (32)
- Marietta, GA (32)
- Lumpkin County, GA (30)
- Cobb County, GA (29)
- Columbia County, GA (28)
- Canton, GA (23)
- Oconee County, GA (23)
- DeKalb County, GA (23)
Latest matching meetings
Board will discuss 2026 budget amendment proposals
The Board will review mid‑year crime statistics, discuss proposed amendments to the FY‑26 budget, consider revisions to capital projects, and evaluate a possible intergovernmental agreement with the DDA for extending Center Street stormwater infrastructure. A civility pledge resolution will also be reviewed. Public…
Public hearing on rezoning 501 West Gordon St to low‑density residential
The City Council will hold a first‑read public hearing on a rezoning and variance request for 501 West Gordon Street, changing its use from professional‑industrial to R1 low‑density residential. A similar hearing will be held for 601 South Center Street, changing its use from neighborhood commercial to R1 low‑density…
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 adopt revised watershed protection plan and award road resurfacing contract
The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions, including reappointments to the Planning Commission and the dissolution of the Recycling & Litter Committee. A key item is the adoption of a revised Watershed Protection Plan and an updated sanitary sewer service area map. The board will also…
Lumpkin County Board considers watershed plan and multiple county contracts
The Board of Commissioners will discuss the adoption of a revised Watershed Protection Plan and a map for the Sanitary Sewer Service Area. The meeting includes votes on several equipment and service contracts and amendments to SPLOST work plans.
Planning Commission to consider 62-unit townhome rezoning at 0 Old Roswell Road
The Planning Commission will review a request to rezone approximately 10 acres at 0 Old Roswell Road from Commercial Mixed Use to Office Residential for a townhome development. Staff recommends denial of the request, citing conflicts with the 2040 Comprehensive Plan's vision for the area as an employment center. The…
City Council to release $305,080.50 maintenance bond and $83,835 sidewalk bond
The Pooler City Council will approve the release of a maintenance bond for $305,080.50 and a sidewalk performance bond for $83,835.00 for Drayton Park Phase II/North Trail Way, Fern Road, and Freemont Lane. The council will also consider several special event permits, an amendment to the 2026 schedule of fees, a…
Council to approve emergency sewer main repair on Church Street up to $135,590
The East Point City Council will consider several actions, including a public hearing on a rezoning request for 3005 Semmes St, approval of the FY 2027 city budget, and a resolution defining "single source" in the ordinance. The council will also discuss an emergency sewer main replacement on Church Street, limited to…
Canton City Council discusses FY 2027 budget and millage rate
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the Fiscal Year 2027 millage rate and proposed budget. The meeting also includes discussions on several agreements involving Georgia Power and South Canton Park.
Stormwater Authority meeting cancelled for July 15, 2026
The Lawrenceville Stormwater Authority meeting scheduled for July 15, 2026 at 6:00 PM was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided. The cancellation was noted in the agenda.
First public hearing on proposed property tax increase and FY2027 budget
The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will hold the first public hearing on the 2026 proposed property tax increase and the FY2027 proposed budget. The consent and regular agendas include stormwater management contracts, a no-parking zone on Atlanta Country Club Drive, a mutual aid agreement with the Marietta Police…
Engineering Services Committee discusses infrastructure repairs and traffic signals
The committee will consider several sole source purchases for pump and network hardware. Items include funding for solar lighting on Wrightsboro Road and a traffic signal at Pleasant Home Road & Fox Hall. The meeting also includes discussions on water treatment plant modifications and debris removal support.
Committee discusses water budget transfers and utility service agreements
The City Utilities Committee is reviewing several budget amendments for water and wastewater projects, including a $15.5 million transfer for the Flint River Pump Station. The agenda also includes appointments to the Community Access Media Board and various resolutions regarding road-related utility adjustments.
Council to vote on $375K storm sewer contract, sewer easements
The Brookhaven City Council will consider a consent agenda including a $375,556 contract for storm sewer inventory and assessment, granting easements for a DeKalb County sewer project, and accepting a property donation. New business includes an application for the Georgia Federal Opportunity Zone Benefits Program.
City Council reviews Peachtree Creek Greenway Phase III options
The Brookhaven City Council will hear presentations on the Peachtree Creek Greenway Phase III alternatives, the ADA Transition Plan draft, and a facility utilities cost program. This work session also includes a review of upcoming regular meeting agenda items.
Grovetown Council considers new millage rate and utility construction agreements
The City Council will discuss several financial and infrastructure items, including the adoption of a new millage rate and an amended annual budget. The agenda also includes proposed service agreements for a new water utility office and a new fire station.
City Council discusses FY 2027 budget and various infrastructure projects
The City Council will discuss the adoption of the $19,778,784 budget for fiscal year 2027. The agenda includes several water and sewer repair proposals, a safety action plan, and potential new policies regarding artificial intelligence and detention facility permitting.
Council holds public hearings on major UDO amendments and overlay map
The Council will hold four public hearings on updates to the Unified Development Ordinance, an overlay districts map, and downtown architectural standards. The consent agenda includes second readings to rezone two properties on South Columbia Avenue, a rodeo contract, and utility pay requests. New business features…
Board to consider second readings of utility and proclamation ordinances
The Washington County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to approve June 2026 bills totaling $936,061.61, receive a road department update, and make appointments to Balls Ferry Park and other bodies. They will conduct second readings of the Above/Below Ground Utility Permit Ordinance and the…
Board to approve contracts for parks, water, and SPLOST projects
The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda with over 20 contracts for parks, water, and fleet services, along with public hearings on zoning variances and a proposed alcohol ordinance.
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…
Commissioners discuss TSPLOST election and electric utility referendum
The Board of Commissioners will review proposals for a transportation sales tax election and a referendum on electric utility equipment exemptions. The session includes budget amendment discussions for roads and building overages. Other items involve police training and school resource officer hiring.
Commissioners will vote on FY 27 bridge repair contract award
The Oconee County Board of Commissioners will consider a series of agenda items, including zoning changes, contract awards, and intergovernmental agreements. Key decisions include approving a bid award for FY 27 bridge repairs, a bid for solid waste and recycling collection, and a loan modification for the Calls Creek…
Lumpkin County Board to review watershed plan and multiple service contracts
The Board of Commissioners will discuss the adoption of a revised Watershed Protection Plan and a new sanitary sewer service area map. The session includes votes on several equipment and service contracts for the Sheriff's Office and Public Works. Members will also consider dissolving the Recycling & Litter Committee.
Adoption of revised Watershed Protection Plan and updated sewer service area map
The Lumpkin County Water & Sewage Authority will consider adopting a revised Watershed Protection Plan and an updated sanitary sewer service area map. The board will also receive updates on the Cane Branch wastewater treatment plant construction and the Yahoola Creek Park stream restoration projects. Financial reports…
Monroe City Council to discuss property assessments and wastewater treatment
The City Council will meet to discuss property assessment and tax digest updates. The agenda includes updates on the Waste Water Treatment Plant and the city's organizational chart.
City Council to consider annexing 86.445 acres for Savannah Health Sciences
The council will vote on several bond acceptances for Port Royal and Heartwood development projects, including a $1,849,589.45 performance bond for Port Royal Pod 1 and a $2,727,208.25 maintenance bond for Port Royal Pod 2. They will also approve positions for the Skillbridge Training Apprentice Program. Planning…
City Council to vote on rezoning 450 S. Oak St from commercial to residential professional
The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a rezoning application for 450 S. Oak St from C-1 Community Commercial to R-P Residential Professional. They will also consider a wine license for Knotty by Nature and a special event permit for Wine Down Wednesdays. Discussions include speed bumps and the…
Atlanta City Council considers zoning changes and property acquisitions
The Atlanta City Council is reviewing several legislative items including zoning rezonings, municipal appointments, and various city contracts. Key discussions involve a moratorium on storage facility permits and land acquisitions for public safety and water projects.
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.
Board to weigh GEFA loan for Call Creek water plant upgrade
The Oconee County Board of Commissioners will discuss and decide on a GEFA loan modification for the Call Creek Water Reclamation Facility upgrade, several bid awards including bridge repairs and solid waste collection, and multiple intergovernmental agreements with the City of Bogart and the school district. The…
Franklin County Commissioners to discuss data center and animal control ordinances
The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss several new business items. These include intergovernmental agreements and potential new ordinances. The meeting also includes reports from the county manager and district commissioners.
Avondale Estates to vote on 2026 property tax increase
The Avondale Estates Board of Mayor & Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on a proposed 9.55 millage rate that would raise property taxes, alongside decisions on sanitation and stormwater fees.
Board discusses 2026 property tax rates, utility fees, and a stormwater project.
The Avondale Estates Board of Mayor and Commissioners will hold a work session to review the preliminary 2026 tax digest and millage rate. Officials will also discuss proposed resolutions to set 2026 stormwater and sanitation fees, approve a purchase of five in-car radios, and review updates on the Center Street…
Board approves interfund loan to Stormwater Fund and FY25 budget amendment
At a called meeting, the Henry County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved Resolution 26-270, authorizing interfund advances from the General Fund to the Stormwater Fund and establishing a loan repayment agreement. They also unanimously approved Resolution 26-271, a FY25 budget amendment related to audit…
Public Works Committee to review road, water, and infrastructure contracts
The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee will discuss various infrastructure projects, including water system improvements and road resurfacing. The body is reviewing several professional service contracts and utility agreements for county approval.
Committee considers software agreement and vehicle purchases
The Administrative Services Committee will review motions for procurement software and several vehicle acquisitions. The agenda also includes a motion to approve the minutes from the June 9, 2026 meeting.
Committee discusses water infrastructure upgrades and property acquisitions
The City Utilities Committee is reviewing several budget amendments and contract renewals related to watershed management. Items include funding transfers for the Flint River Pump Station and the Chastain Park Golf Course project, as well as property acquisition for a constructed wetlands project.
City to consider adopting Watershed Protection Plan
The Perry City Council is discussing and may adopt the City of Perry Watershed Protection Plan. The plan includes updates for the Satterfield and East Perry Water Pollution Control Plants. A resolution for adoption is attached.
City Commission discusses water improvements, airport bids, and FY'27 budget adoption
The Mayor and Commission will hold a work session followed by a regular meeting. Discussion topics include drinking water system improvements, an emergency gas vaporizer purchase, and the upcoming fiscal year budget.