Georgia Cities Week in Liberty County

Cities by design provide a more elevated level of service than most governments. They are generally more well-liked by the public than any other level of government. However, many people are unaware of how city services impact their lives. Statewide campaigns such as Georgia Cities Week, sponsored by the Georgia Municipal Association (GMA) and other related organizations, hope to inform the public of city government’s role in improving the quality of life throughout various communities. GMA’s Georgia Cities Week is part of an ongoing effort to raise public awareness about the services that cities perform & to educate the public on how city government works. Cities are encouraged to involve their local schools, businesses, legislators, Chambers of Commerce, media and civic clubs in planning Georgia Cities Week activities.

 

What is the purpose?

Going into its 24th year, Georgia Cities Week is also an opportunity to celebrate community achievements and recognize volunteers and city employees. This week also gives cities the opportunity to:

• Share information about the valuable services cities provide to residents, including an inside look into city operations & how cities positively impact their quality of life.
• Highlight successful community projects & infrastructure enhancements.
• Connect residents with one another.
• Build and improve working relationships with city leaders.

 

What’s going on during this week?

For this year’s campaign, there are lots of activities going on in Liberty County!

Sunday, April 23^rd

• City of Hinesville Mayor Allen Brown & Council will announce the official start of Georgia Cities Week, so be sure to check out their official Facebook page!
• City of Riceboro will be hosting Unity in the Community with Gospel Music Cookout from 3pm-5pm.

Monday, April 24^th

• The Hinesville Police Department will host Coffee w/ a Cop at Dunkin Donuts from 8am-10am! This is a great opportunity to get to know your local law enforcement while enjoying a nice cup of coffee.
• The City of Riceboro will be hosting Riceboro Day! They will have display trucks & city equipment for the kiddos to take pictures with.

Tuesday, April 25^th

• The Liberty County Chamber of Commerce will host an Eggs & Issues Breakfast featuring State Representative Al
  

  

  Williams. Rep. Williams will be giving his annual Legislative Update so, you won’t want to miss it! (Note: RSVP is required, so please call the Chamber of Commerce at 912.368.4445 for more information)

• From 8am-9am will be the Coastal GA CAA HeadStart & School Day Appreciation for Students & Teachers in Riceboro.

Wednesday, April 26^th

• Come out and celebrate Swag Day at Hinesville City Hall! The city will give out free Hinesville Swag Bags filled with goodies from 8am-5pm. Just stop by 115 East MLK Jr. Drive to grab yours!
• City of Riceboro will have several displays for Ricefest, Juneteenth & Back2School Rally.

Thursday, April 27^th

• Take the kiddos out to the Hinesville Farmers Market from 3pm-7pm, featuring a Touch A Truck event! Children can get an up-close look at some of our emergency vehicles and meet a few of our local heroes.
• City of Riceboro will celebrate Industry Day with SNF, DS Smith, Marathon, Dollar General & Triple J’s.

Friday, April 28^th

• The City of Hinesville will recognize all of their employees who help to keep the city running with an appreciation luncheon! (Note: This is a closed event to city employees only)
• The City of Riceboro celebrates their employees by hosting an Employee Appreciation Day.

Saturday April 29^th

• Keep Liberty Beautiful will be hosting their annual city/countywide cleanup. What better way to end off Georgia Cities week than by helping to make sure your local city stays clean!
• The City of Walthourville will host their first ever Farmer’s Market! The market will be located at 222 Busbee Rd, Walthourville from 8am-12noon, so stop by for some local goods and produce!
• The City of Midway will be hosting their annual Midway Day Festival. Join them in celebration at the Cay Creek Wetland Interpretive Center! They’ll have lots of food, music & games!
• The City of Riceboro will observe Women’s Health & Wellness Day.

 

As you can see, this Georgia Cities Week will be filled with events and activities for everyone to enjoy! Come out an celebrate, and make sure you take time out to show support for your city & thank a city employee.