April 9, 2021 * Issue 219 |
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It's finally here! The weekend for the Clean Streets Matter Community Cleanup, and we're excited to announce there are 81 neighborhoods, organizations, businesses, schools, churches, and groups registered to lead a cleanup. Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful (KMBB) provided to the groups 500 grabbers, 2,000 trash bags, and more than 800 pairs of gloves to help people with the cleanup.
"This could very well be the largest neighborhood cleanup ever for our community, and I am so proud of the enthusiasm shown in getting behind this very important effort. This is the Macon-Bibb County that I'm from and love so much," says Mayor Lester Miller. "You told my Mayoral Transition Team and me that a clean community was so important to everything we needed to accomplish, and now you're showing me you're more than willing to be part of the solution. Welcome to the team!"
Due to the potential for severe weather, teams are being asked to monitor the forecast and hold their events when the weather permits. If it's raining or the weather is severe on Saturday, they are being asked to hold their cleanup on Sunday.
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And it's not too late to join in the effort and help show our entire county and state that clean streets matter because Macon-Bibb matters. Get your gloves, trash bags, and your neighbors and pick up litter and debris along the streets in your neighborhood when the weather permits. Take pictures and videos, post them to social media, and use the hashtag #cleanstreetsmatter. Your pictures and video could be used on Macon-Bibb County and KMBB social media pages! |
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A Community Center built in the 1950’s in the Historic Pleasant Hill Neighborhood is restored and officially open to house multiple community organizations!
On April 7, 2021, County Officials, the Community Enhancement Authority, and many partner agencies cut the ribbon on the Booker T. Washington Community Center on Monroe Street.
The Center will be home to the Southern Center for Choice Theory, C-Qul, Pace Center for Girls, Melanated Communities, the Eric Foundation, Mosaic Development, the Booker T Washington Reunion Committee, the Vexiom Group, and the Community Enhancement Authority. Additionally, AARP and Central Georgia Technical College will host regular programming.
To learn more about the space, the programming, and how to be a part of the effort, click here.
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On Sunday, April 4, the people, families, and children staying at the Brookdale Warming Center were treated to a surprise of 140 Easter baskets, donuts and snacks while the baskets were handed out, Easter dinner, and an Easter Sermon and Service led by David Rogers from New Providence Church.
"People were so excited to receive baskets, food, and the gospel. Several of them shared that they haven’t celebrated Easter since they were children," says Mayor Lester Miller.
"The children here were so excited, realizing they were not forgotten on this special day," says Alison Bender.
Mayor Miller was there for the distribution of the baskets and helped serve dinner. Commissioner Raymond Wilder and his wife also helped serve dinner.
The baskets were donated by Carlyle Place residents and Brookdale volunteers and staff, while the donuts came from Tommy's Donuts. Dinner was provided by Meals For You and included ham, green beans, mashed potatoes, rolls, peach cobbler, and sweet tea, all provided by Meals For You.
"We are making a difference one person at a time," Mayor Miller emphasized.
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As part of its commitment to serve vulnerable residents, Atrium Health Navicent partnered with Macon-Bibb to vaccinate Brookdale Warming Center residents this week, providing protection against COVID 19.
"Community partnerships are a key strategy in our work to improve equitable access to healthcare, particularly COVID-19 vaccines which are key in fighting this deadly pandemic.”
said Atrium Health Navicent President and CEO Delvecchio Finley.
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On April 6, 2021, the Macon-Bibb County Board of Commissioners unanimously voted to extend the Business License renewal and the “safe haven” for delinquent businesses through June 30, 2021. The extension does not remove the cost of the general business license, but it does give them more time in which to pay. Once the deadline has passed the Tax Commissioner's Office will begin collecting from those businesses that have not paid.
“I commend Commissioner Jones and the rest of the Commission for supporting the business community, especially during the pandemic,” says Tax Commissioner S. Wade McCord.
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At a ceremony in Rosa Parks square on Wednesday, April 7, 2021, the community gathered to remember lives lost in road collisions.
County Commissioners, Coroner Leon Jones, the Pedestrian Safety Review Board members, and those who have been directly impacted by these fatal events, spoke about the terrible impact distracted driving has on our lives.
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Coroner Jones urged everyone, whether you are driving, cycling, or walking, to use caution at all times on the road, always look both ways, don't look at your phone while driving, and help support and preserve the lives of those around you.
You can watch the full ceremony, which was live streamed on our Facebook page, here.
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From NewTown Macon: On Thursday, April 8, The Business Improvement District (BID), the Peyton Anderson Foundation, and Macon-Bibb Parks and Beautification announced the completed renovation of the Poplar Street park median between Second Street and Third Street. The renovation of this park completes the Poplar Yards concept in the original Macon Action Plan and creates a welcoming public space for all to enjoy in downtown Macon.
The COVID-19 pandemic emphasized the necessity of outdoor public spaces for communities across the country. During the pandemic, NewTown Macon added seating to this park median that was promptly used by community members as a place to enjoy take-out from downtown restaurants and spend time outside their homes. The increased use of the space in the summer and fall illustrated a need and desire for a park that would allow more people to gather passively in the heart of downtown. Recognizing the value of this public space, the Peyton Anderson Foundation provided a generous donation for the park renovation that the BID matched.
This project is one of the ways the BID responsibly uses tax dollars from downtown property owners to make downtown Macon cleaner, greener, and safer. The BID partnered with Macon-Bibb Parks and Beautification to maximize the use of funds for the project. Macon-Bibb Parks and Beautification provided labor, oversight of the project, and guidance to ensure the park design can be properly maintained.
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From the Red Cross: Home fires haven’t stopped during COVID-19. In fact, home and apartment fires are trending up by 25% in Georgia, so far this year.
Through targeted outreach, the Red Cross is working with community partners to connect with families and educate kids online about fire safety. Most people don’t realize they only have two-minutes to escape a home fire. Through virtual and digital outreach, they're helping families develop escape plans and learn fire safety.
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The Hub is Macon-Bibb County's source of information for employees, residents, businesses, and partners. With this regular e-blast, the Office of Communications provides a consistent flow of information about the efforts and successes of the consolidated government and partners to strengthen Macon-Bibb as the Hub City of Middle Georgia.
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The Office of Communications manages Media Relations, MaconBibbTV, Customer Service, social media, visual services, and crisis communications for Macon-Bibb. Its goal is to provide people information about the consolidated government and partner organizations, and to give them the chance to provide feedback, ask questions, and request services.
The Office has earned multiple
recognitions for its efforts.
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Macon-Bibb County is the fourth largest city in Georgia. Created on January 1, 2014 after being approved by the voters, it is Georgia's newest consolidated government and serves about 155,000 residents and thousands more visitors.
Its governing body consists of 10 Commissioners, with the Mayor serving as its Chair and the Chief Executive Office of the administration.
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