St. Patrick’s Day 2026 Go Green Press Conference | City of Savannah

This City of Savannah press conference held on March 9, 2026, focused on preparations for the upcoming St. Patrick's Day celebrations, emphasizing public safety, sanitation, and event logistics. Key procurement-related details included the deployment of 231 tons of solid waste removal, 282 law enforcement personnel, 148 solid waste professionals, 67 city marshals, and the use of 120 water barricades and 2300 crowd control barricades to ensure safety and crowd management. The city also coordinated with vendors for 350 portable toilets strategically placed along the parade route and event areas. Parking and mobility services were addressed, highlighting the use of city-owned parking garages and designated ride-share zones, with enforcement of tow zones and street closures. The city manager and department heads outlined enhanced safety measures, including increased water barricades and collaboration with Georgia Emergency Management Agency for engineered barricades. The event's sanitation plan involved solid waste crews cleaning before, during, and after festivities, with strict waste disposal protocols for businesses. No specific contract awards or RFPs were announced, but the discussion reflected significant operational coordination and resource allocation for the event's success.