City of Rome, GA Commission Meeting: 03/23/2026

The City of Rome, GA Commission held a meeting on March 23, 2026, primarily addressing the recent devastating fire at the historic Floyd County Courthouse, with updates on emergency response and road closures around the site. The commission approved a letter of support for ESP's request for federal congressional funds to assist with a new facility, emphasizing that no city funds would be used. Additionally, the commission approved applying for a $28,623 federal Department of Justice grant to replace water barricades for event security, with only $173 coming from city funds. Other agenda items included appointments to local boards, event-related road closures, and discussions about local infrastructure projects such as bridge railings and park improvements. The meeting also featured public comments on data center moratoriums and a local homelessness issue, as well as a report on a recent legislative visit to Washington, D.C., highlighting potential grant opportunities for the city.