Macon-Bibb County

On Thursday, August 26, Public Works continued Macon-Bibb’s Blight Fight by tearing down the first commercial property included in this initiative. The crew removed the structure at 3527 Brookdale Avenue from the neighborhood. “I’m excited that we were able to take down the first commercial property so far,” said Public Works Director Tim Wilder. “There’s […]

Mayor Lester Miller, alongside Atrium Health Navicent, recognized and proclaimed August as Immunization Month in Macon-Bibb County. This month is meant to highlight the importance of vaccinations for people of all ages. It’s important for people to know how vaccines prevent serious and sometimes deadly diseases. Atrium Health Navicent strongly supports the continued provision of […]

Every Wednesday, the Booker T. Washington Community Center (404 Monroe Street) offers you an opportunity to take part in a fun activity that helps take care of your mental wellness. “We want people to come out and do something that will lift their spirits and teach them something new. Plus, it’s good for your mental […]

As part of National Black Business Month, the Office of Small Business Affairs (OSBA) is holding its first ever Pioneer Awards to celebrate and bring attention to those who laid the foundation for Black entrepreneurs. The ceremony will honor 12 people for their business and community achievements despite the challenges (such as segregation) they faced […]

Macon-Bibb County’s Georgia Civic Awareness Program for Students (GCAPS) is now accepting applications for the 2021-2022 school year. The immersive program teaches young people about government operations in our community and state. Students will attend a monthly session where they’ll take trips, meet local and state leaders and elected officials, and learn how to conduct […]

Public Works will continue Macon-Bibb’s Blight Fight by tearing down the first commercial property included in this initiative. At 8:15 a.m. on Thursday, August 26, the crew will begin removing the structure at 3527 Brookdale Avenue (seen above) from the neighborhood. “I’m excited for us to be taking down the first commercial property so far,” […]

At their August 17 meeting, the Mayor and Commissioners approved raising the minimum wage for consolidated government employees. Beginning January 2022, all employees making less than $14 an hour will be moved up to that level. In January 2023, everyone making less than $15 an hour will be moved up to $15. Currently, there are […]

On Tuesday, August 17, the Macon-Bibb Commission approved the recommendation made my Mayor Lester Miller to lower the millage rate to 19.901, a decrease of 0.43 mills for Fiscal Year 2022 (FY22), which runs from July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2022. “I’m proud we were able to reduce our millage rate in our first […]

Mayor Lester Miller and the Commission approved at the August 17 meeting a series of annual incentives for public safety employees, which will include the Fire Department, Sheriff’s Office, Emergency Management Agency, E-911, Lake Tobesofkee Rangers, and Civil Court Sheriffs. “We want to make sure we are keeping our experienced public safety employees and recognize […]

The only official youth biking chapter in the world was recognized by Mayor Lester Miller Tuesday, August 17 with a proclamation declaring August 2021 as U Create Macon Youth Cyclists Month. U Create Macon, a local youth development program, houses the Major Taylor Middle Georgia chapter of biking.  The chapter of about 60 kids was recently invited to ride in the historic Harriet Tubman […]