Quarterly Supervisor's Meeting 02 19 25

The City of Statesboro, GA held its Quarterly Supervisor's Meeting on February 19, 2025, focusing on several key areas including financial reporting, public safety updates, and ongoing development projects. The meeting highlighted a positive financial status with revenues exceeding previous years and expenditures within budget. Public safety reports from the police and fire departments emphasized extensive training, community engagement, and operational efficiency, including the introduction of new fire apparatus and a peer counseling program. A significant discussion centered on the fire service fee study, exploring the feasibility of implementing a fee to fund fire protection services more equitably, especially considering the large amount of tax-exempt property in the city. Additionally, the meeting addressed the termination of the fire district agreement with Bulloch County, outlining the implications for service responsibilities and funding. Updates on housing developments and infrastructure improvements were also presented, alongside human resources initiatives such as an expanded employee assistance program and performance management system enhancements.