CITY OF THOMASVILLE CELEBRATES NATIONAL CUT YOUR ENERGY COSTS DAY

January 10, 2020 is National Cut Your Energy Costs Day. This nationally recognized holiday works to reduce the impact of energy expenditures, both financially and environmentally. The City of Thomasville has several helpful tips and programs to assist citizens in lowering their monthly utility expenses. “There are many ways to reduce your energy costs, including adjustments to your appliances, electronics, and lighting, just to name a few,” said Chelsie Cosby, City of Thomasville...



CONNELL NAMED INTERIM FIRE CHIEF

Thomasville City Manager Alan Carson has named Tim Connell Interim Fire Chief for Thomasville Fire Rescue. The appointment is effective January 1st. Current Fire Rescue Chief Chris Bowman will retire on December 31st after serving the Thomasville community for more than six years. “Tim has been an integral part of TFR’s leadership for the past several years,” said Carson. “He cares deeply for not only this department, but also this community. I’m confident that he is the best...



CITY OF THOMASVILLE STAFF MEMBER APPOINTED TO GEORGIA DOWNTOWN ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS

April Norton, Main Street and Business Development Director, has been appointed to the Georgia Downtown Association’s Board of Directors. The Board of Directors is made up of fifteen representatives from around the state of Georgia, with twelve being downtown program professionals and three being representatives from the private sector or government sector with an interest in downtown development programs. Candidates must be nominated by their peers and pass a rigorous selection committee...



NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE (DBE) GOAL FOR THOMASVILLE REGIONAL AIRPORT

The City of Thomasville, on behalf of the Thomasville Regional Airport, hereby announces and posts a proposed goal for its Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program for federal fiscal years (FFY) 2018-2020. The proposed goal is 6.38% for all FAA-AIP funded projects in FFY 2018-2020. The methodology used in developing the goal is available for inspection during normal business hours at the office of the City Engineer: City Engineer, City of Thomasville, 411 West Jackson Street, P.O....



HOLIDAY CITY SERVICES SCHEDULE

The City of Thomasville administrative offices will be closed Tuesday, December 24, 2019 and Wednesday, December 25, 2019, in observance of the Christmas holidays. City administrative offices will also be closed Wednesday, January 1, 2020, in observance of New Year’s Day. Because of these holiday observances, some City services will be affected. City services’ schedules will be as follows: Utilities Response Center Regular 24-hour operational schedule, available by calling...



VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS CONTINUES TONIGHT, RAIN OR SHINE

Victorian Christmas continues this evening and, while the threat of rain lingers in our forecasts, organizers say the merriment of the popular event will go on, rain or shine. A successful rain plan was implemented for Thursday night’s event, and organizers say they are prepared to continue with that plan this evening, should it be necessary. “While there was a threat of rain in last night’s forecast, it did not dampen the holiday spirit,” said Lynn Williams, Executive Director...



THOMASVILLE – THOMAS COUNTY TIRE AMNESTY WINTER DATES SET

City of Thomasville Solid Waste, in partnership with Thomas County Solid Waste, Thomas County Code Enforcement, and Keep Thomas County Beautiful, has announced an opportunity for Thomasville and Thomas County residents to dispose of used tires during Winter Tire Amnesty. “This is a great way for residents to clear away any unwanted or unused tires they may have at no charge,” said Director of Solid Waste and Landfill Superintendent Jimmy Smith, Jr. “Accumulated, unused tires are...



VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS CONTINUES TONIGHT, RAIN OR SHINE

Despite a rainy forecast for Thursday, Victorian Christmas organizers say the show must go on. Event organizers have announced a revised plan for the Victorian Christmas celebration that will allow the event to go on as planned with some slight modifications. "Ultimately, the safety of our community and our visitors is our highest concern,” said Lynn Williams, Executive Director for Economic Development & Communications. “We want everyone to enjoy Victorian Christmas and shop and dine...



THOMASVILLE RECEIVES 2020 MAIN STREET ACCREDITATION

During the November 12th regular meeting of the City Council, the City of Thomasville was designated as an accredited Georgia Exceptional Main Street (GEMS) program by the National Main Street Center and the Georgia Department of Community Affairs Office of Downtown Development for 2020. According to Main Street and Business Development Director April Norton, this distinction means that Thomasville’s Main Street program is ranked among the best in the state of Georgia. “It is an honor...



33rd ANNUAL VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS TO BE HELD IN DOWNTOWN THOMASVILLE DECEMBER 12th AND 13th

With wreaths hung on lamp posts, garland decorating each storefront, and cooler weather here to stay, Thomasville is in the Christmas spirit! Join us in historic Downtown Thomasville for the 33rd Annual Victorian Christmas, Thursday and Friday, December 12th and 13th from 6:00-9:00 p.m. each evening. “This is our largest Victorian Christmas to date,” said Madison Eaton, City of Thomasville events coordinator. “With the beautiful new streetscape project completed on West Jackson...



FIRST FRIDAY HOLIDAY SIP AND STROLL TO BE HELD IN DOWNTOWN THOMASVILLE ON DECEMBER 6TH

Downtown Thomasville’s First Friday Holiday Sip and Stroll will be held Friday, December 6th from 6-10 p.m. This will be the final First Friday Sip and Stroll of the year. “The December First Friday is anticipated to be our largest First Friday of the year,” says April Norton, City of Thomasville Main Street and Business Development Director. “With it being two weeks before Christmas, everyone is in the holiday spirit, including our Downtown merchants. You’re invited to come...



CITY BUDGET TO BE PRESENTED TO COUNCIL

The City of Thomasville will hold a public hearing on Monday, December 2, 2019, at 5:30 p.m. to receive public comments on the City’s proposed budget for 2020. The budget is scheduled to be presented to City Council on Monday, December 9th. The proposed budget is $123,768,133 and, for the eighth straight year, includes no funding from property taxes. In addition, the 2020 proposed budget includes no proposed utility rate increases for City of Thomasville Utilities customers. “In lieu...