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City Council Meeting 06.16.26
Published: Jun 16, 2026
Planning Commission Denies Initial Zoning for Proposed Manufactured Home Park
The Planning Commission met to discuss a request for initial zoning to a manufactured home park for a property located outside the city limits, which requires city utilities. The applicant, Journey Residential, needs initial zoning before annexation can occur. The commission voted unanimously to deny the request for manufactured home park zoning on Highway 84.
City Adopts Updated Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance
The council held a public hearing and voted on a flood damage prevention ordinance. This ordinance updates references to maps produced by the EPD using better technology, replacing outdated maps from 2009. The new maps become effective July 7th. The ordinance is crucial for residents needing flood insurance, as the city must adopt such an ordinance to participate in the National Flood Insurance Program.
Community Center Approved as Permanent Polling Location for Precinct 513
The council considered a request from the Board of Elections to use the Joe Luite Jr. Community Center as the permanent voting location for precinct 513 for all future state elections. The request includes using the facility the day before and on election day, with equipment delivery and removal. Permission was also requested to place signage identifying the location. Council members discussed concerns about the size and permanence of the signage.
Resident Raises Concerns Over Traffic Camera Tickets and Customer Service Issues
A resident, Grace Cooper, expressed concerns regarding multiple traffic camera tickets received for a vehicle she no longer owns. She detailed difficulties in resolving the issue with Bainbridge Public Safety and a negative interaction with the city manager. She is seeking assistance with 11 additional tickets and emphasized her priority is the safety of children in school zones.
Council Approves Bid for Replacement Sewer Lift Station Pumps
The council reviewed and approved a bid for two replacement submersible sewage pumps for the Columbia Street lift station. One pump has failed completely, and the backup pump is unreliable. AG Electric Motors and Pumps of Panama City, Florida, submitted the winning bid of $71,834. This purchase is necessary to maintain sewer operations at the lift station.
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