The next round of Macon Violence Prevention (MVP) grants through the Community Foundation of Central Georgia (CFCG) is now open, and churches and nonprofit organizations can now apply. Up to $600,000 form Macon-Bibb County is being made available to help reduce and prevent violent crime, and the Executive Leadership Team met at the Robert S. […]
Our Procurement Department has a new Director, someone who isn’t new to the Department. Earlier this month, the Commission approved appointing Interim Director Laura Hardwick as the new Director of Procurement. This week, we’re shining our Staff Spotlight on Laura! Laura started working with Macon-Bibb County in April 2021 as its Senior Procurement Officer. Now, […]
From Oby Brown with Historic Macon Foundation – A year ago, workers were clearing a 28-acre tract of thick privet. Today, county leaders and neighborhood residents gathered to dedicate Macon’s newest recreation area, North Highlands Park. Among Wednesday’s speakers were Macon-Bibb County Mayor Lester Miller; District 2 Commissioner Paul Bronson; Kathryn Dennis, President of the […]
It’s Women’s History Month! Throughout the country, women are being celebrated for their contributions to society. On Tuesday, March 7, the Commission approved a resolution to recognize March 2023 as Women’s History Month in Macon-Bibb County. The month is aimed at recognizing and spreading awareness of the importance of women in the history of the […]
Hutchings College & Career Academy students now have the option get a head start in a career protecting our community. The Fire Department, Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC), and Bibb County School District (BCSD) announced a new partnership that will allow students to get fire training during their senior year of high school. You can […]
From Bike Walk Macon- Open Streets Macon will return with a new route on Houston Avenue this Sunday, March 12, from 1 pm to 4 pm. Bike Walk Macon is enthusiastic to partner with Macon-Bibb County District 2 Community Family and Commissioner Paul Bronson to bring this important community initiative to a new neighborhood to […]
Remember, on Sunday, March 12, 2023, at 2:00 a.m. we move our clocks forward one hour to begin daylight saving time. The Macon-Bibb County Fire Department wants to remind you to also change the battery in your smoke alarm. It’s a proven fact: working smoke alarms saves lives. It’s as simple as 1, 2, 3. Change your Clock; Change your Battery. […]
The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) has once again presented a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award to Macon-Bibb County for its Fiscal Year 2023 Budget, which runs from July 1, 20222 – June 30, 2023. In order to receive this award, Macon-Bibb had to publish a budget document that met […]
More than 200 people rolled up their sleeves on Saturday, March 4 and joined in our fifth Clean Streets Matter Community-wide Cleanup. It took place in at least 10 different locations across the county with multiple organizations and agencies. “I want to personally thank all our neighbors who stepped up, and I also want to […]
On Thursday, March 9, community leaders and family members gathered for a Ribbon Cutting and Dedication Ceremony at Dr. Betty Tolbert Park (115 Dr. Betty Tolbert Way). March 9 is also Dr. Betty Tolbert’s birthday. “I am just blown away by this occasion. I am so thankful for what Macon-Bibb and the Commission have done […]
