Welcome to Bainbridge!
City officials were excited to take part in the groundbreaking ceremony for the Marriott Element Hotel being developed next to the Flint River by Jeremy Emmett and his team at Port City Hospitality! Read more about the development here: https://tinyurl.com/3amz4zcm
Safe drinking water is one of our most precious natural resources. Most of us don’t think much about where our drinking water comes from or how it’s made safe to drink.
At the City of Bainbridge Utilities Department, we work hard every day to protect and maintain our community’s water system and we’re proud our water meets or exceeds all state and federal drinking water requirements. Providing you with safe drinking water is one of our responsibilities we take seriously.
You can read our most recent Water Quality Report online here: https://5il.co/2q2an
All non-emergency City of Bainbridge offices will be closed Thursday, July 4th. Thursday's residential trash route will be picked up on Friday.
Sorry, not sorry for posting this, but we couldn’t let Beverly Allen retire after 21 years of service to our citizens without a little fanfare! 🎉
Even though she didn’t want this posted, she means too much to us to let her slip away quietly. Here’s to a fantastic retirement filled with joy, relaxation, and all the things you love. We’ll miss you!
City Council Meeting Recap: June 18, 2024 Bainbridge City Council
Unofficial report of city council meeting
Called to order: 6:30pm
Present: Mayor Edward Reynolds, Councilmembers Glennie Bench, Don Whaley, Roslyn Palmer, Kregg Close, Keenan Adams and Sylvia Washington
Absent: NONE
Business Items:
Approval of minutes from previous meeting.
Approval of street closure request.
Approval of animal services fee schedule.
Approval of alcohol beverage licenses.
Approval of surplus items.
Special Guests: Robert and Company were on hand for Public Hearing regarding the Comprehensive Plan.
The next regular City Council meeting will be held July 16, 2024 at 6:30 pm.
Note: Council recaps are not official minutes of city council meetings. Official minutes are posted on the city website upon approval by the city council.
City Councilman Kregg Close was awarded the Certificate of Honor Award at yesterday's Juneteenth Ceremony held in Willis Park. Councilman Close was sworn in to his seat in 2016, a seat previously held by Luther Conyers for 38 years.
Today's observance of the Juneteenth holiday:
All non-emergency City of Bainbridge offices will be closed Wednesday, June 19 in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. Wednesday's residential trash route will be picked up on Thursday and Thursday's route will be picked up on Friday.
Due to a train accident the following roads will be closed for the next several hours. Please be careful when looking for new routes...Mlk, Sims St. Independent St and Albany Rd by Stones.
All non-emergency City of Bainbridge offices will be closed Wednesday, June 19 in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. Wednesday's residential trash route will be picked up on Thursday and Thursday's route will be picked up on Friday. The remainder of the week will run as scheduled.
Two local grassroots black community organizations will join forces this year to produce the city-supported 4th Annual Juneteenth Jubilee! Celebration set for June 15th, 16th and 19th at various locations in Bainbridge.
The schedule of events is as follows:
JUNETEENTH JUBILEE! 2024
● Saturday, June 15th, Earle May Boat Basin (10am - 3pm)
● Sunday, June 16th, Burn Christian Center (2pm – 4pm)
● Wednesday, June 19th, Historic Willis Park On The Square (1pm - 3pm
Thank you to our 2024 Oscar Jackson Camp sponsors! This program would not be possible without your support. Thank you First National Bank, Southwest Georgia Farm Credit, Bainbridge Pharmacy, Dairy Queen, and Stone's Home Centers! We appreciate you!
We have received questions regarding our boat basin animals Ringo and his friend the emu.:
But first a little back story, for years the animal enclosure at the boat basin was home to several goats, emus and a donkey named George, and subsequently, a donkey named Ringo. As time went on, the number of animals dwindled, and we were left with just Ringo and one lone emu.
We are thrilled to share that our beloved donkey, Ringo, and the emu have found a new home on a beautiful local farm here in Decatur County!
Their new home is a sanctuary for animals, complete with several other donkeys, emus, and horses. With plenty of space to roam and new friends to meet, we are confident they will be very happy!
We can’t wait to see them thrive in their new environment!
Bainbridge Public Safety and 30x30 Fundraising have teamed up to raise funds for our new K9 Dolph's bulletproof vest. Find out more here: https://tinyurl.com/9npbvu3t
Join us in Downtown Bainbridge tomorrow for a Kids Marketplace event as our young entrepreneurs showcase their creativity and spirit by selling their handcrafted goods. The outdoor market will be open from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
We had a group visit yesterday from the south Georgia chapter of Easter Seals. They were given a crash course in the functions of our mayor and city council and even had time to run through a mock meeting.
Reminder: All non emergency City of Bainbridge offices will be closed today. Residential trash pick up will be adjusted for the remainder of the week.
Have a safe and enjoyable Memorial Day holiday!
A Special Events Coordinator position is currently available in the Community and Economic
Development Division. This position is crucial for enhancing city-wide initiatives, tourism, and downtown development through meticulously organized special events and marketing. To find out more, click here: https://tinyurl.com/252u2eb9
May is marked as Mental Health Awareness Month and at this week's city council meeting, Mayor Edward Reynolds presented staff from the Georgia PINES Center with a proclamation noting the importance of the month. Together, we can create a world where mental health is prioritized and supported.
All non-emergency City of Bainbridge offices will be closed Monday, May 27 for the Memorial Day holiday.
