Mayor and Council Meeting 6/1/2026

The City of Warner Robins held a Mayor and Council meeting on June 1, 2026, which included a public hearing on the proposed fiscal year 2027 budget. City Administrator James Drinkard presented a detailed budget focused on balancing without drawing from reserve funds, rebuilding reserves over three years, and addressing aging infrastructure. The general fund budget was proposed at approximately $86.9 million, with total city budget around $184.9 million including capital projects and enterprise funds. Key procurement-related actions included approval of a $2.68 million contract with Schneider Electric for energy efficiency renovations at city facilities, and several personnel classification plan updates. The council also extended a moratorium on retail liquor and vape product licenses for 120 days. Capital improvement projects highlighted included park renovations, water meter replacements, and public safety equipment upgrades. The meeting concluded with a first reading of the budget ordinance and announcements of upcoming public hearings and community initiatives.