Local Government

Bulloch County held an initial swearing-in ceremony on December 20, where Probate Judge Lorna DeLoach, Superior Court Judges Lovett Bennett Jr. and Michael T. Muldrew, and Solicitor General Catherine Findley were reappointed. The main ceremony for all newly elected and re-elected officials is scheduled for December 30 at 10 a.m. in the historic Bulloch County Courthouse.

Brooklet officials met with residents on December 12, 2024, to discuss a major sewer upgrade set to begin in January. The project aims to improve sewer infrastructure while minimizing disruptions to the community during construction.

The Statesboro City Council approved the purchase of land for Fire Station #3, aiming to ease overcrowding and improve response times. They also shuffled $950,000 in ARPA funds to support housing rehab and the Statesboro Food Bank, with another $180,000 thrown in to finally get the food bank’s new building across the finish line.

Bulloch County honored the retirement of Commission Chair Roy Thompson, Commissioner Curt Deal, and Commissioner Jappy Stringer at a reception filled with gratitude and reflection. Colleagues, family, and community members gathered to celebrate their years of dedicated service and lasting contributions to the county.

The Bulloch County Board of Commissioners meeting focused heavily on storm debris cleanup funding, phase II of the Workforce Development Study, and saying farewell to Chairman Roy Thompson, Commissioner Jappy Stringer and former Commissioner Curt Deal. Several people wished them the best, and most importantly thanked their wives for their sacrifices.

The Bulloch Board of Education held their last regular meeting of 2024 on Thursday December 12, following the signing ceremony of the new cohort of REACH Scholars.

In a nearly four-hour meeting, Bulloch County Commissioners tackled big decisions, including the termination of the five mile fire services agreement with the City of Statesboro. The Home Builders Association's proposed changes to subdivision regulations also took center stage, with discussions emphasizing the balance between public safety and the need for affordable housing.

The Statesboro City Council met on December 3, 2024, to approve major projects, apply for community grants, and discuss plans for the city’s future growth. The meeting also featured a touching retirement recognition for Bernard Tracy Pless, honoring his 11 years of service.

The Bulloch County Board of Education has released its schedule of approved special purpose local option sales tax projects for the year ended June 30, 2024.

REMINDER: Last day to pay your Bulloch County Property taxes without interest or penalty, which are due on December 1st, is Monday, December 2, 2024. Links to pay online are included in the story.