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City of Valdosta Issues February 24 COVID-19 Update on Services and Facilities

2/24/21

The health and safety of our community is always a top priority for the City of Valdosta. City leadership and staff are working diligently every day to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep you – our Valdosta residents and businesses – safe, healthy, and informed as we try to minimize...Read more

Battalion Chief Frank McMillian Retires from the City of Valdosta Fire Department

2/24/21

On February 24, the Valdosta Fire Department held a retirement ceremony for Frank McMillian, who retired from the city after 36 years of service. “I want to thank Chief McMillian for his dedication and a tremendous amount of service. We wish Frank well in his retirement and we are so thankful to...Read more

Road Closure on Jerry Jones scheduled for Feb 25

2/24/21

The City of Valdosta will be raising two sewer manholes located at the intersection of Jerry Jones & McCree Dr and the intersection of Jerry Jones & W. Park Ave. on February 25, 2021, at 9:00 am. This work will require the road to be closed between W. Cranford Ave & Vallorbe Dr. The...Read more

Valdosta Tree Commission Announces Annual Tree Sale

2/23/21

The Valdosta Tree Commission has announced its annual tree sale to encourage citizens to plant trees in honor of the City of Valdosta’s designation as a Tree City USA. This is the ninth year that the Commission has offered trees at wholesale prices.

We have compiled a list of trees in...Read more

City Permit and Inspections Department Starts New Year Off With Record Month

2/22/21

January was a busy month for the Permit and Inspections Department as purchasing commercial and residential building permits appear to be on a steady incline. Though there has been an increase in permits purchased for both purposes, the amount of residential building permits in January 2021 has...Read more

Valdosta Observes National Engineers Week

2/22/21

The City of Valdosta and the Engineering Department will observe National Engineers Week, Feb. 21-27, to highlight the various engineers in the community, encourage local students to pursue prospective careers, and recognize how city engineers impact community life.

The national theme...Read more

Valdosta Observes Arbor Day

2/19/21

On Friday, February 19, The City of Valdosta and the Valdosta Tree Commission held an Arbor Day ceremony outside City Hall to highlight the natural beauty of trees and our community's commitment to caring for them.

Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, the celebration was scaled back and live-...Read more

Rotary Club of Valdosta Names Detective Heather Turner 'Officer of the Year'

2/19/21

The Valdosta Police Department is proud of Detective Heather Turner, for being our Rotary Club of Valdosta Officer of the Year. Detective Turner began her employment with the department in 2008 as a Patrol Officer. In 2010, she transferred to the Bureau of Investigative Services where she has...Read more

City Staff Begin Residential and Commercial Inspections for 'Cap the Cleanout' Program

2/16/21

Inspection Schedule

City staff has begun inspections for the ‘Cap the Cleanout’ Program, hoping to improve the health of our local sewer system....Read more

Valdosta Fire Department Hires New Community Risk Reduction Officers

2/16/21

The Valdosta Fire Department is expanding its team, hiring two new Community Risk Reduction Officers. The positions are classified as a lieutenant and were added in the FY 2021 budget.

Fire Departments across the nation have seen a shift in responsibilities and capabilities as it relates...Read more