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City of Griffin Board of Commissioners' Meeting June 9, 2026
Published: Jun 9, 2026
Commissioner Shares Pride Month Reflections; Board Addresses Resident Concerns and Future Legislation
Commissioner Fuller, who may be the first openly transgender person to serve on the board, shared personal reflections during Pride Month, emphasizing the importance of visibility and hope for others. The board also acknowledged follow-up actions on resident concerns regarding parking and praised Chris Gooden's work on downtown improvements. The upcoming 'June Jam' event was discussed, with table sales available. A heads-up was given regarding potential local legislation pushing for a FLOSS tax or related measures, with the board needing to stay informed and potentially take a position.
SPLOST Referendum and Pilot Shuttle Service Among Key Transportation and Infrastructure Decisions
An agreement was considered with Spalding County and Orchard Hill for a special purpose local option sales tax (SPLOST) referendum to be held November 3rd. If approved, the city would issue general obligation bonds up to $20 million to fund capital projects, including new fire stations. Additionally, an intergovernmental agreement with Spalding County and Rivers Regional Commission for a pilot program offering a free fixed-route shuttle service to recreational locations was discussed. The shuttle service will operate Tuesday through Saturday from June 17th to August 14th, with ADA-compliant pickup options available with 24-hour notice. The total cost is $40,000, with the city contributing $20,000.
Public Hearing Held on Proposed Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget; Fund Balance Usage Highlighted
A public hearing was held for the proposed budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027. The city manager presented a detailed overview, noting that the budget includes expense increases but is a fair use of funds. A key concern discussed was the projected use of fund balances across various governmental and enterprise funds to balance the budget, with the general fund expected to use $11.6 million. The city manager emphasized the need for policy decisions regarding expense management and inter-fund subsidies.
April Financial Report Shows Varied Performance Across Funds; Concerns Raised Over Fund Balance Usage
The city manager presented the financial reports for April 2026, with 83.4% of the fiscal year completed. The general fund is at 91.9% of operating revenue and 75.8% of operating expenses. Enterprise funds are at 87% of operating revenue and 67.7% of operating expenses. Several funds are using fund balance to cover expenses, with the general fund projected to use $11.6 million. Concerns were raised about the sustainability of using fund balance and the need to address expense increases in the general fund.
Experiment Street Businesses Face Parking Crisis Amidst New Permit Requirements
Residents Mercedes Worthy and Emit Jefferson raised concerns about parking issues on Experiment Street. The city had previously removed parking on one side of the street, leaving only the opposite side. A new investor has acquired lease for the remaining parking and is now requiring permits and threatening to tow cars, significantly impacting local businesses. Residents are seeking city assistance to resolve the parking situation, which they argue has deteriorated from a previously free and accessible system.
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