02 17 26 Council Meeting

The City of Statesboro, Georgia held a council meeting on February 17, 2026, which included several procurement and contract-related discussions. Key agenda items included approval of a variance request to allow a hair salon in an office and business zoning district, which was unanimously approved by the planning commission and the council. The council also approved a resolution to convey a 3-foot wide segment of city right-of-way to Walnut and B LLC and Bur Beverages LLC for $2,700, facilitating a distillery location downtown. Additionally, an intergovernmental agreement with Bulloch County was approved to improve transportation infrastructure around Burkalter and Kowana Road areas. A contract amendment for $5,000 was approved with Garwin Mills Kwood LLC for design work related to the Lake S. splash fun project. Other discussions included placement of a harm reduction box on city property and public concerns about stormwater fees and city maintenance. The meeting concluded with announcements about upcoming community events and a motion to enter executive session for personnel matters.