In February 2019, the Commission approved a new Code Section sponsored by Commissioner Joe Allen that is called the Macon-Bibb County Community Redevelopment Tax Incentive Program. This new program would allow property owners to reduce their millage rate by 50% for up to four years if they repair and upgrade the property, or one year […]
To help our community reduce blight, S. Wade McCord, Tax Commissioner will hold a Subsequent Tax Sale on September 3, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at the Macon State Farmers’ Market (2055 Eisenhower Pkwy.) in Building B. The opening bid for these properties will be $400, and everyone will have to register in order to bid. The sale […]
Macon-Bibb County celebrated the completion of major improvements at West Macon Park ( 5018 Mercer University Drive, behind Harley Davidson of Macon and Olympia Family Fun Center) with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Wednesday, May 8. “I am proud to have been involved with this park and this community for the past several decades, and now […]
As part of its effort to attack blight in neighborhoods, the Macon-Bibb County Commission approved additional funds in this year’s budget to demolish blighted houses. Four of the 18 identified are ready for demolition, and Commissioners and local leaders will mark this effort with a press conference on Wednesday, January 16 at 11:00 a.m. The press conference will be […]
Macon-Bibb County celebrated the Grand Opening of its newest public safety facility, the Bert Bivins Fire Station and Sheriff Precinct (4036 Napier Avenue) with a ribbon cutting & dedication ceremony on Friday, December 21. The new facility is named for District 5 Commissioner and long-time community leader Bert Bivins, III. Click here to watch the Facebook Live broadcast of the Ceremony. […]
Macon-Bibb County will continue its attack on blight and improving safety in District 9 with the demolition of three dilapidated structures at 3996 Napier Avenue (two structures) and 3980 Grand Avenue. Demolition will begin Monday, September 11, at 10:00 a.m. Mayor Pro Tem and District 9 Commissioner Al Tillman, Fire Chief Marvin Riggins, Sheriff David […]
Construction of the second phase of Filmore Thomas Park is underway thanks to the work of WLS Construction, Inc. and funding from the Commission’s Blight Remediation Program. With approximately $376,000, the popular park on Log Cabin Road will receive new walking trails, a pedestrian bridge across the creek that runs through the middle of the […]
The Tindall Fields Affordable Housing Development Project is well under way, and commissioners voted to make sure its well lit! $68,150 will come from Blight Bond funds to pay for 29 exterior LED lighting fixtures. Sesco Lighting will provide the equipment. You can read more about that deal here. Also, The Urban Development Authority and […]
Commissioners recently approved spending money from District 8 and 9 blight funds for 2 revitalization projects. The money from district 8 will go toward the Walnut Streetscape and Blight Remediation Project. The money from District 9 will fund the Napier/Brookdale/Grand Enhancement Project. At a recent presentation to commissioners, blight consultant Cass Hatcher gave an update […]
At its meeting on May 16, the Macon-Bibb County Commission approved updates to its Urban Redevelopment Plan. The changes were made after a public hearing and discussion by Commissioners on the importance of the updates in order to help local organizations and partners work together to improve entire neighborhoods. These updates will allow the county […]
