Jasper City Council Work Session | May 28, 2026

The Jasper City Council Work Session held on May 28, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key topics included the proposed renewal of a five-year contract with Axon for police body and taser cameras, with an anticipated budget impact of approximately $20,000 for the current fiscal year and additional costs in subsequent years. The council also discussed the establishment of a separate bank account for receiving 2026 SPLOST funds to ensure proper segregation of dollars, with a recommendation to continue banking with Community Bank. Additionally, there was a detailed discussion about the upcoming community event at Perot Park, funded in part by SPLOST and a million-dollar grant, focusing on logistics, vendor placement, and parking management to support downtown economic vitality. The meeting concluded with a motion to enter executive session for legal and real estate matters.