Macon-Bibb County

Moody’s Investors Service has upgraded Macon-Bibb County’s general obligation unlimited tax (GOULT) rating to Aa3 from A1, which is a significant milestone. It has also assigned an Aa3 rating to the county’s Taxable Revenue Bonds (Macon Mall Project), Series 2022, that were issued through the Urban Development Authority.  “Our financial position continues to improve as we […]

As a first responder, it’s your job to help people during your shift, and sometimes, you may be called to help when you’re off duty. Firefighter Sgt. Chris Hall didn’t hesitate when he was off duty and saw a person in need.   On Sunday, Sgt. Hall was on his way back home after dropping off […]

On Saturday, May 21 about twenty people came together to clean up the Fort Hill neighborhood in East Macon. The community cleanup was organized by GROW Macon, Inc., is a nonprofit organization aimed to end food insecurity, educate future gardeners and farmers, and decrease crime in the community.  “We love to see organizations take the […]

More than 30 people and organizations were recognized for their efforts in beautifying and keeping our community clean.  Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful (KMBB) held its 47th Annual Awards Luncheon inside of Commission Chambers at City Hall on Wednesday, May 25. Dozens of people filled Chambers as KMBB leaders presented recipients with glass trophies. You can watch […]

Our Georgia Civics Awareness Program for Students (GCAPS) Class of 2022 officially graduated on Thursday, May 19. Eighteen students went through GCAPS this school year where they were able to learn about local government agencies and explore different sites throughout our County.  The students were celebrated at the Robert Train Building where they received their […]

Memorial Day is Monday, May 30, and Macon-Bibb Government offices will be closed for the holiday. That includes City Hall, most departments, and the courts but does not include emergency services. Sheriff, Fire, and E911 services will remain active.   Trash, recycling, yard waste , and bulk item pickup will all be delayed a day […]

On Wednesday, May 25, Macon-Bibb County filed suit in Superior Court against the owners, agents, and corporations of the Macon Inn (1044 Riverside Drive) due to the amount of criminal activity, emergency calls, and other reports there. The County is bringing this action to permanently enjoin, restrain, and abate the public nuisance that has existed and […]

Commissioner Paul Bronson is hosting a series of town hall forums to meet with and hear from members of our community. There are four locations and dates so people all over District 2 will have the opportunity to come and hear from their Commission Representative, and voice their thoughts and concerns. There will also be […]

Mayor Lester Miller is hoping to bring awareness to motorcycle safety by proclaiming May as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. A group of motorcyclists were presented with the proclamation on Tuesday, May 17.  The Central Ga Association of Motorcycles (CAM) is concerned about the safety of every person on our roadways. CAM is dedicated to aid […]

On Tuesday, May 17, during the Commission Meeting, Mayor Lester Miller presented a proclamation for National Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month.    The first ten days of May were chosen to coincide with two important milestones in Asian/Pacific American history which are the arrival in the United States of the first Japanese immigrants (May 7, 1843) and […]