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Bulloch Commission terminates five mile fire agreement with Statesboro, debates housing regulations

Bulloch Commission terminates five mile fire agreement with Statesboro, debates housing regulations

In a nearly four-hour meeting, Bulloch County Commissioners tackled big decisions, including the termination of the five mile fire services agreement with the City of Statesboro. The Home Builders Association's proposed changes to subdivision regulations also took center stage, with discussions emphasizing the balance between public safety and the need for affordable housing.
City Council celebrates service, approves key projects, and pursues community grants

City Council celebrates service, approves key projects, and pursues community grants

The Statesboro City Council met on December 3, 2024, to approve major projects, apply for community grants, and discuss plans for the city’s future growth. The meeting also featured a touching retirement recognition for Bernard Tracy Pless, honoring his 11 years of service.
Board of Education releases FY '24 SPLOST Schedule Report includes special purpose local option sales tax expenditures for fiscal year

Board of Education releases FY '24 SPLOST Schedule Report includes special purpose local option sales tax expenditures for fiscal year

The Bulloch County Board of Education has released its schedule of approved special purpose local option sales tax projects for the year ended June 30, 2024.
Bulloch County property tax deadline extended to Monday, December 2nd

Bulloch County property tax deadline extended to Monday, December 2nd

REMINDER: Last day to pay your Bulloch County Property taxes without interest or penalty, which are due on December 1st, is Monday, December 2, 2024. Links to pay online are included in the story.
City of Brooklet gets additional funding for long-awaited sewer project

City of Brooklet gets additional funding for long-awaited sewer project

The City of Brooklet has secured a majority of funding for its long-awaited sewer project, with an increased grant award of $5,134,100 from the State of Georgia. This transformative investment will address long-standing wastewater challenges, paving the way for growth and revitalization in the community.
Bryan-Bulloch Groundwater Sustainability Program to protect local wells

Bryan-Bulloch Groundwater Sustainability Program to protect local wells

Bulloch Commissioners were presented a detailed plan for a Groundwater Sustainability Program aimed at mitigating potential impacts from large-scale groundwater pumping in Bryan and Bulloch Counties. Their comprehensive strategy includes both short-term and long-term mitigation efforts to ensure the continued availability of water for local residents, particularly those relying on wells within the affected areas.
Tangie Johnson sworn in to District 1 City Council seat

Tangie Johnson sworn in to District 1 City Council seat

Voters elected Tangie Johnson to represent District 1 on the Statesboro City Council during this Novembers election, and she was officially sworn in during Tuesday nights meeting. Additionally, one citizen and three officers were recognized for their life saving response to an emergency this past September. This and more at the November 19, 2024 regular session Statesboro City Council meeting.
Commissioners move forward on SPLOST, review transportation plan and well mitigation

Commissioners move forward on SPLOST, review transportation plan and well mitigation

During the November 19, 2024, meeting, the Bulloch County Board of Commissioners approved plans for the March 2025 SPLOST referendum, outlining key projects such as jail expansion and a regional landfill. The Board also reviewed an updated $48 million transportation plan and discussed a new Well Mitigation Program aimed at ensuring sustainable water access in the county.
Brooklet announces timeline for review and adoption of city Comprehensive Plan

Brooklet announces timeline for review and adoption of city Comprehensive Plan

Citizens will have the opportunity to share their thoughts about the drafts of the Comprehensive Plan with the council at four separate work sessions and during a 40-day public comment period in April of next year.
Bulloch Representative Jon Burns nominated for second term as Georgia’s 75th Speaker of the House

Bulloch Representative Jon Burns nominated for second term as Georgia’s 75th Speaker of the House

Bulloch County Representative Jon Burns has been nominated by the House Republican Caucus to serve a second term as Speaker of the Georgia House of Representatives. Burns, who represents District 159, will continue leading the state’s legislative body alongside other re-elected and newly appointed caucus leaders for the 2025-2026 term.