Spotlight on Service: Our Team in Action, Making a Difference in the Community
City of Bainbridge employees volunteered Friday night at the Bearcat football game to staff the concession stand that benefits the BHS Marching Band. The band has been a great partner to us for many years and this was just a small way to give back to a program who gives so much to us.
It might not feel like sweater weather just yet, but guess what? It’s officially fall and the leaves are ready to start their colorful dance, and pumpkin spice is calling our names! With extra yard debris to think about, here are some tips to make leaf and limb pick up a breeze:
At yesterday's monthly Chamber Connect luncheon presented by the Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by First Port City Bank, Mayor Edward Reynolds had the pleasure of introducing new City Manager Roy Oliver at his first community event since being named City Manager just a few weeks ago. Mayor Reynolds gave a little bit of background information about Roy and then turned the microphone over to him to describe, in his own words, his vision, some recent successes and allowed him to introduce members of his team that were on hand.
Our September Comprehensive Plan Meeting has been rescheduled to October 24, 2024. It will still be held at our Public Safety Training Facility at 6:00 PM.
Bainbridge Public Safety sent officers to Alma, Georgia yesterday to assist in hurricane recovery efforts there. Chief Investigator Mark Esquivel, Investigator Josh Glover, Investigator Gaston Corson and PSO 3/ K9 Officer Chris Moore spent the day assisting local residents with tree and limb removal, clearing roadways and providing much needed aid.
Often, in times of natural disasters such as Hurricane Helene, our officers extend support to those in need beyond our area.
We held a ribbon cutting this morning at our recently completed Wastewater Treatment Plant. This facility represents a major step forward in our commitment to environmental stewardship, sustainability, and the future of our growing community.
With cutting-edge technology, we are enhancing our ability to treat wastewater more efficiently, reduce our environmental impact, and protect the natural resources that make Bainbridge so special. It’s a testament to the hard work, planning, and collaboration between city leaders, engineers, and staff.
A special thank you to Congressman Sanford Bishop. Through his efforts, a vital project recently received a $1 million contribution from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, further showcasing his dedication to securing federal support for local communities.
Thanks to Congressman Bishop’s efforts:
• $1 million contribution from U.S. Department of Public Housing and Urban Development
• $1.5 million contribution from the US Department of Treasury for our 500,000 gallon elevated water tank.
A special thank you to Bates Engineering and Carter & Sloope for your work in turning this project into reality.
We will be holding a ribbon cutting at our Wastewater Treatment Plant this morning at 10:00 AM. Our staff will be giving tours to the community following the ceremony.
We are now accepting Christmas Parade applications!
Our Annual Christmas Parade will be held December 12th and the applications can be found online here: https://www.bainbridgecity.com/article/1795644
City Manager Roy Oliver spoke to the Rotary Club today. His presentation included an update to the club since the completion of Chason Park, a project Roy was heavily involved in.
We will be holding a ribbon cutting at our Wastewater Treatment Plant this Wednesday at 10:00 AM. Our staff will be giving tours to the community following the ceremony.
* As of 8:45 AM, the curfew in place has been lifted. Please continue to stay off of the roads unless you need to make a trip somewhere.
* All city streets are passable.
* Tree limbs are very soggy and some may continue to fall into the street. Please call (229) 726-8303 and we will dispatch a crew to clean up.
* All non emergency City of Bainbridge offices will be closed today and will reopen Monday, September 30.
* There are some small pockets inside of the city limits without power. You can always use Georgia Power's outage map to learn more about estimated restoration times.
We are thankful for everyone's safety!
The city, under the direction of City Manager Roy Oliver, has put together 6 teams that will be stationed through the night at various locations to monitor and assess storm damage. Thanks to this group, our residents can be rest assured of our commitment to the continuity of city services before, during and after the storm, the safety of our city roadways, access to our hospital as well as coordinating with Georgia Power for everyone's benefit.
Many of these workers have families of their own but answering the call of a public servant often means giving selflessly.
I hope you'll join us in expressing our gratitude to these hard working employees who are committed to our community and our residents!
Curfew Information:
Crews will be closing off the Earle May Boat Basin to vehicle traffic this morning. For everyone's safety, please stay off of the roads until the weather has moved through our area.
There has been a rumor circulating that Georgia Power will cut service to its customers today, ahead of Hurricane Helene. We have spoken to Georgia Power representatives who have asked us to relay that the rumor is NOT true. Georgia Power will NOT cut service to its customers ahead of any inclement weather.
We anticipate running our Thursday residential and commercial trash routes as scheduled today. Please roll your trash can back to your home or business and ensure it is secured this afternoon.
This morning is your last chance to get prepared!
While hurricanes are unpredictable and powerful, there are steps we can take to minimize the risks.
*Chairs, tables, umbrellas, trampolines and other outdoor items can easily be lifted and thrown by strong winds, posing a significant danger to people and property. It is crucial to secure these items or move them indoors before a hurricane approaches.
*Another often overlooked item that can transform into a projectile during a hurricane is your trash can. To prevent this, make sure to securely anchor your trash can to the ground or bring them indoors ahead of a hurricane. This small precaution can go a long way in safeguarding your home from unnecessary risks.
*Move any loose outdoor items indoors, including birdfeeders, decorations, and flags/banners. These items may have the potential to blow away and become debris.
Important Hurricane Helene Updates:
* Bainbridge has implemented a curfew beginning at 6:00 PM tonight to 10:00 AM Friday.
* All non-emergency City of Bainbridge offices will be closed Friday, September 27.
* If you have not done so already, download the Decatur County EMA app.
* To report downed trees blocking city streets call (229) 726-8303.
* To report utility outages, use the following:
Sewer: (229) 515-0145
Water: (229) 726-6227
Natural Gas: (229) 515-0173
* Please only call 911 for true emergencies.
* Please slow down and move over should you happen upon those working on storm cleanup.
Stay safe everyone!
Public Advisory:
All non-emergency City of Bainbridge offices will remain closed Friday, September 27.
Our crews will be on standby this evening into tomorrow morning and will be available for cleanup of downed trees, limbs and other debris to ensure the safety of our roadways. Please be cognizant of our city work trucks as they are outfitted with safety lights and our staff will also be in safety vests. Please slow down and move over should you see city vehicles and workers performing cleanup duties.
Should you need to report a water, sewer or natural gas outage, please use the following numbers:
Sewer: (229) 515-0415
Water: (229) 726-6227
Natural Gas: (229) 515-0173
To report downed trees blocking city streets, call (229) 726-8303.
