07 07 26 Council Meeting

The City of Statesboro, GA held a council meeting on July 7, 2026, which included several procurement and contracting discussions. Key agenda items included approval of a $15,700 change order with Underground Excavating Inc. for additional work on Fire Station 3 access road, and approval of an amended contract renewal with Atlas Technical Consultants LLC for capital improvement program management services, which was noted to be lower than the previous contract amount. The council also approved a subrecipient agreement for a FEMA grant totaling $78,780 with a local match of $141,000 for a hydrologic and hydraulic study related to stormwater management. Additionally, the council approved a contract to begin design work for a new road project near the Lowe's property to improve public safety and traffic flow. A lease agreement with the Federal Aviation Administration for city-owned land was also approved. The council authorized the use of Developmental Associates for a $31,900 executive search to assist in hiring a new city manager. These actions reflect ongoing capital improvement projects, grant-funded studies, and strategic contracting to support city infrastructure and administration.