2026 State of the City- Presented by Mayor Jonathan McCollar

The 2026 State of the City address for the City of Statesboro, GA, delivered by Mayor Jonathan McCollar on February 26, 2026, highlighted significant community growth and development achievements. The mayor reported over $130 million invested in the city in 2025, including $61 million in commercial development and nearly $69 million in residential construction. Key procurement-related initiatives included the completion of affordable housing projects such as Bryant's Landing, supported by a CHIP grant from the Department of Community Affairs, and infrastructure improvements funded through federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, including sewer infrastructure expansion. The city also invested $930,000 in ARPA funds and $826,000 from Bulloch County to expand the Statesboro Food Bank, enhancing food security and educational programming. Public safety investments included the addition of a 100-foot aerial platform truck for the fire department. The mayor emphasized responsible growth, workforce development, and community partnerships as central to the city's progress. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were detailed, but the address underscored ongoing capital improvement projects and strategic use of federal and local funds to support housing, infrastructure, and social services.