Local Government

The Bulloch County Board of Education met June 6, 2024. In a notable change, the weeklong February break ends with the approval of FY26 calendar. The board also congratulated two schools in the district for receiving a total of $20,000 in grants from the Georgia Department of Education for the expansion of fine arts education programs. Full coverage of the meeting is included in the article.

As of June 2024 , the City of Statesboro has launched a web-based development map that will provide a comprehensive list of commercial and residential developments that are underway. 

Statesboro's mayor and City Council express support for proposed, state-funded safety improvements to SR 67/Fair Road, including a roundabout where the route intersects the Veterans Memorial Parkway bypass.

Brooklet City Council held a public hearing on the city's $1.5 million proposed budget on Tuesday morning.

City Council voted to support the Youth Council Commission at their meeting Tuesday. Budget discussions continued, and the anticipated tax digest to be received later this summer will impact the council's approach to potential tax adjustments. Continue reading for a summary of the June 4, 2024 Statesboro City Council meeting.

Budget discussions continued at the Bulloch County Board of Education work session last week. The draft budget will go up for tentative approval on June 6.

The committee is tasked with undertaking a study of the conditions, needs, issues and problems related to the preservation of Georgia’s farmlands and recommending any action or legislation.

During a public budget meeting, citizens and officials debated the fiscal strategies and allocations within the county's budget, highlighting concerns over expenditure transparency and resource management. Key issues discussed included the accuracy of revenue projections, the use of reserve funds, and the financial sustainability of public projects like the Splash water park.

Bulloch County residents are concerned about Bulloch County Tax valuations they are receiving. Bulloch Tax Assessors office reminds citizens that the estimated taxes on the assessment notice are NOT correct. They do not take into account Bulloch Commissioners plan for a mileage rate roll back. Information on how to appeal your fair market value appraisal in the story below.

The office will officially open at 127 N. Main St. on Monday, June 3. It will serve as a resource for citizens of House District 160, allowing them to ask questions about state and local government operations, resources, and state agencies.