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City Council Meeting 07.21.26

Published: Jul 21, 2026

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Parks & EnvironmentOther

Outboard Drag Race Event Approved for Earl May Boat Basin

A special use application for Randy Herrell to use the Earl May Boat Basin for the Bainbridge Southern Nationals Outboard Drag Race on August 15th and 16th was approved. The event is expected to attract 50-60 boats and has been coordinated with city staff and DNR for logistics and safety.

Hiring & ProcurementCommercial

New Distilled Spirits License Approved for The Recovery Room

Brianna Smith, owner of The Recovery Room at 131 East Water Street, applied for and was approved for a distilled spirits consumption license. All application requirements were met.

Transparency And GovernanceOther

Council Retreat Minutes Approval Questioned Amidst Open Meetings Act Concerns

A public commenter questioned the delay in approving minutes from a council retreat, citing potential violations of the open meetings act and the need for timely public access to budget-related discussions. City staff explained that the minutes are awaiting finalization from the facilitator, the University of Georgia, and will be presented to the council upon receipt.

Traffic & TransportationCommercial

Temporary Street Closures Approved for Downtown Events

The downtown development authority requested and received approval for temporary street closures for two upcoming downtown events: the Back to School Bash and Second Saturday on August 8th, 2026, and the River South Music and Arts Festival on September 12th. Specific street segments and times for closures were detailed.

Hiring & ProcurementInfrastructure

City Approves Bid for New John Deere Tractor

A bid from APRO of Bainbridge for the purchase of a 2026 John Deere 5100E utility tractor in the amount of $70,171 was approved. The tractor, an 85 horsepower unit, will optimize the use of a large batwing brush hog mower and is a budgeted item.

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