TFR BEGINS CITYWIDE, COMMERCIAL BUILDING FIRE & LIFE SAFETY INSPECTIONS

Thomasville Fire Rescue Fire Marshal Tim Connell and Georgia-certified fire inspectors from both Thomasville Fire Rescue and Gold Star have begun to inspect all commercial properties within Thomasville’s city limits. Fire Marshal Connell said that goal is to educate and empower business owners in order to help them understand how to maintain a safe environment and to also understand how applicable safety mandates apply to their property and/or business. “Most inspections will take...



MULTI-USE TRAIL SECTION COMPLETE

The Jackson-Remington connecting section of the Multi-Use Trail is now complete and open for use. Citizens now have quick access when making their way by foot or bike from one section of the city to another. More work is expected on the connector, including landscaping; however, citizens are invited to begin using the trail section now. The 1,900 linear foot section of completed trail runs behind Thomasville High School and connects Jackson Street and Remington Avenue. While this section...



MULTI-USE TRAIL WORK CONTINUES

Because much of the work that has been progressing on the City of Thomasville’s Multi-Use Trail project is infrastructure, citizens may not notice the progress that has been accomplished to date. However, one major section of the project that will connect Remington Avenue and Jackson Street is nearing completion and will surely draw attention. Seeing this segment completed will hopefully bring to life the ultimate vision of a walkable trail that will connect 17 public parks within the...



CITY STAFF COMPLETE PUBLIC WORKS OFFICIALS EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE PROGRAM

The City of Thomasville is known for exceeding community expectations, a commitment that is reflected in the City’s mission statement. As such, each City department is challenged to work smarter and more efficiently, without sacrificing safety or lowering the standards of service. One way that City staff work toward achieving this goal is by pursuing advanced training and certifications, such as those earned recently by several members of the Public Works Department. Public Works...



CITY OF THOMASVILLE UTILITIES ELECTRIC WORKERS HEAD SOUTH AFTER STORMS

City of Thomasville Utilities electric workers loaded up their trucks and hit the road to provide assistance in Tallahassee after severe weather wreaked havoc on power systems, leaving large areas without power. Tuesday afternoon's severe weather caused double-digit broken utility poles in Tallahassee; each of which can take several hours to replace under the best conditions. As a result, Electric Operations Manager Brent Alderman, Lead Lineman Jarrett Turnbull, and Apprentice Linemen...



CNS SPONSORS INDEPENDENCE DAY FIREWORKS & FESTIVITIES CELEBRATION

The City of Thomasville invites the community to the annual CNS Independence Day Fireworks and Festivities celebration. The Fireworks and Festivities celebration will be held Saturday, July 4, with activities beginning at 6:30 p.m., followed by the fireworks display at 9:30 p.m. on West Jackson Street in Downtown Thomasville. For 17 years, CNS has brought the annual Fireworks and Festivities celebration to the community as a way to express thanks for the community’s support and loyalty....



1 IN 100: CITY HOSTS LIMITED NATIONAL FIRE TRAINING SEMINAR

Thomasville Fire Rescue was one of 100 locations selected nationwide to host a regional training program designed to apply data from fire dynamics research. Principles of Modern Fire Attack, an eight-hour course for firefighters and an additional four-hour course for fire instructors, was held June 13th and 14th and included 130 fire professionals from parts of Georgia and Florida. The goal of the classroom-based course, presented by Brian Ward of the International Society of Fire Service...



INDEPENDENCE DAY CITY SERVICES SCHEDULE

The City of Thomasville offices will be closed Friday, July 3, 2015 in observance of Independence Day. Because of the holiday observance, some City services will be affected. City services’ schedules are as follows: Energy Control Center Regular 24-hour operational schedule City of Thomasville Residential Refuse There will be no change to city residential pick-up schedules. Thomas County Residential Refuse There will be no change to county residential pick-up...



CITIZEN RECOGNIZED FOR HEROISM BY CITY COUNCIL AND THOMASVILLE FIRE RESCUE

Firefighters spend a lifetime learning how to respond and react in a host of life-threatening situations. For them, running toward flames is second nature. To most civilians this same scenario is unfamiliar, chaotic and terrifying. One citizen, however, set all fear aside and summoned the courage to do something remarkable, without concern for her own well-being. For that reason, Wanda Thomas was recognized as a local hero. During Monday’s City Council meeting, Thomasville Fire Rescue...



TFR RECOGNIZES TIM CONNELL FOR ACHIEVING CPSE FIRE MARSHALL DESIGNATION

With a focus on professional development through education and advanced training, Thomasville Fire Rescue Chief Chris Bowman has recognized Fire Marshal Tim Connell for his recent achievement of the professional designation Fire Marshal. This designation has been awarded to Connell by the Center for Public Safety Excellence Commission on Professional Credentialing. Fire Marshal Connell has also been recognized for professional accomplishments during the March 17 CPSE Excellence Conference in...



CITY ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR PUBLIC DESIGN CHARRETTE ON FUTURE EVENT CENTER

The City of Thomasville is moving forward with plans to transform property acquired in 2013 to a visitor and event center. The property, located at 207 South Dawson Street, is presently occupied by Roses. The first phase of the process to create the downtown event center will begin using a charrette process, giving the opportunity for community involvement in the future design and use of the facility. As part of the charrette, a community open house will be held Monday, June 1st from 6...



MEMORIAL DAY CITY SERVICES SCHEDULE

The City of Thomasville offices will be closed Monday, May 25, 2015 in observance of Memorial Day. Because of the holiday observance, some City services will be affected. City services’ schedules are as follows: Energy Control Center Regular 24-hour operational schedule Residential Refuse Monday residential customers will have pick-up Tuesday, May 26. Tuesday residential customers will have pick-up Wednesday, May 27. Regular schedule will resume Thursday, May 28. Thomas...