Local Government

Bulloch County Board of Commissioners and the City of Statesboro have contracted with Southern Disposal Recovery to help homeowners remove fallen trees, limbs, and other yard debris. Here are answers to your questions about debris disposal.

The Brooklet City Council’s October 10, 2024, work session focused on several key issues, including preparations for the upcoming SPLOST 2024 referendum and the selection of stakeholders for the town's comprehensive plan. The council also reviewed new purchasing and vehicle replacement policies, discussed tree removal efforts, and debated how best to recognize city employees during the holidays.

At a called Bulloch County Board of Commissioners meeting, officials focused on the county’s recovery efforts following Hurricane Helene and Tropical Storm Debbie, approving key contracts for debris removal and cleanup. Additionally, the board addressed rescheduled Planning and Zoning meetings and discussed the coordination of upcoming projects to ensure the community’s ongoing recovery and development.

Area residents and interested parties are invited to learn more about the city’s water and sewer system. Statesboro Public Utilities staff will be on-site to answer questions, and a recording will be available the following day. This meeting was rescheduled from September 30, 2024.

The Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) has granted a groundwater use permit to the Bulloch County Board of Commissioners and Bryan County Board of Commissioners, allowing for a maximum monthly average of 3.5 million gallons of water per day each to be withdrawn from wells in southeastern Bulloch County. The permit will supply water to the Bryan County Industrial Mega-Site, including Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA), supporting significant regional development.

Continued debate marked the final hearing of the proposed millage rate increase that was settled at 8.625 mills this week. The council then approved a contract for Thompson Consulting Services to conduct debris removal monitoring, as required by FEMA, in order to be eligible for reimbursement for hurricane recovery efforts. President Joe Biden approved 100% cost reimbursement on Wednesday, for these recovery services provided by local governments.

The City of Statesboro will hold a public information meeting on Monday, September 30, 2024, at City Hall to educate residents and business owners about the city’s water and sewer system, its current capacity, and future growth potential. All residents and interested parties are invited to attend.

The EAGLE Academy at Georgia Southern is an Inclusive Post-Secondary Education program that supports students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Senator Hickman spoke with the students about their experiences in higher education and their daily lives.

In order to meet protocol required under Georgia code, the City of Statesboro will host three additional public hearings on the millage rate, with a quorum of City Council members present. Two hearings will be on September 26, and a third will be held October 3 in conjunction with a special called meeting to formally adopt the millage rate.

The joint Bulloch County and Statesboro Long Range Transportation Development Planning process is nearing completion, with the draft Master Plan now under review and the final public open house held this week. The final report and recommendations are expected by the end of the year.