During the city’s council meeting on June 9, Councilwoman Alice Venter was unanimously approved to maintain her position as Baldwin’s mayor pro tempore for fiscal year 2026. This marks Venter’s 5th year in the position.
The council also unanimously approved all other proposed appointments. These included The Samuels Firm for the position of City Attorney, the firm Morris & Waters for City Auditor, Erin Gathercoal for City Clerk, Fletcher Holliday of Engineering Management, Inc. for City Engineer, Robert Sneed for City Judge, and Teresa DiPonzio of The Samuels Firm for City Solicitor.
After consideration from last month’s budget town hall, the city council approved a revised meeting calendar for the rest of the year. Starting in July, council meetings and work sessions are proposed to be scheduled on the first Tuesday of the month. Work sessions will begin at 6:30 p.m. with council meetings set to follow.
Upcoming Baldwin events
The first meeting for the 2025 City of Baldwin Comprehensive Plan will take place June 11 at 5:30 pm at Baldwin City Hall. All Baldwin residents, business owners, and stakeholders are invited to provide feedback for the city’s next 5-year plan and join the committee if interested. Those interested are encouraged to contact [email protected] for more information or to RSVP.
The Banks County Library On the Go will be set up at the TAP Yard at 110 Airport Road from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. every Friday through the end of July. All residents are welcome to check out or return books. Additionally, those visiting the mobile library with children can receive food bags courtesy of the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia.
The 3rd Annual Baldwin Water War is on Saturday, June 14 from 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. at Mitchell Gailey Park. Visitors are encouraged to bring water guns and a towel.
Theron’s Theater will be offering a free screening of “Wonka” at the TAP Yard on June 27 at 8:30 p.m. Attendees are asked to bring a chair or blanket. Concessions will be available with all proceeds going to Shop with a Hero.
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