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News and Public Notices

News Updates and Required Public Notices

Public Notice
  • 2025
Branding Chatham County

Did you know Chatham County doesn’t have an official brand? We proudly use the County Seal as our symbol of government, but we’ve never had a true brand that captures the spirit and identity of our community. Your voice matters! Take a moment to share your thoughts in our community survey.

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Public Notice
  • 2025
Join Commissioner Bobby Lockett for a District 3 Community Meeting!

Details: 📅December 4, 2025 ⌚6:00 PM 📍Public Works Training Center 7226 Varnedoe Dr. Savannah, GA 31406

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Public Notice
  • 2025
Public Comment Period Open for Chatham County Hazard Mitigation Plan Draft

The public comment period will remain open until 8:00 a.m. on November 10, 2025.

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Public Notice
  • 2025
Chatham County's Electric Vehicle Planning Efforts

We want to hear from you! Chatham County is launching its Electric Vehicle (EV) Infrastructure Deployment and Education/Training Plan to shape the future of EV infrastructure in our community. Take our survey or attend the Chatham County EV Plan Community Meeting on October 28th at Savannah Technical College (registration encouraged).

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News
  • 2025
Youth Holiday Card Contest: Better Together!

Serenity’s joyful artwork will be featured as the Strategic Planning Department’s holiday card.

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News
  • 2025
Gov 101: Permits

If you live in Unincorporated Chatham County, and you want to make new additions to your home, there are a few factors to consider before hiring a contractor or buying materials. You’ll have to get in touch with Chatham County’s Office of Building Safety and Regulatory Services, and get a permit.

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News
  • 2025
Food Donation at County Facilities

If you would like to donate food, Chatham County has food donation boxes set up in many county facilities. You can bring non-perishable food items November 10th - January 5th.

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News
  • 2025
The Chat Episode 65: Legislative Priorities with Tara Jennings

Chatham County can do a lot on its own, but when we have the power of our state and federal partners behind us, we can do a lot more. On this episode of The Chat, Director of Policy & Intergovernmental Affairs Tara Jennings joins Will to talk about what Chatham County's legislative priorities.

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Helplines & Emergency Services
  • Sonya L. Jackson
  • 222 W. Oglethorpe Ave.
  • (912) 652-7100
  • (912) 652-7101
  • Email Department
  • Wendy Williamson
  • 133 Montgomery Street
  • (912) 652-7265
  • (912) 652-7262
  • Email Department
  • Holly S. Fields, MAHRM, PHR, SHRM-CP
  • 123 Abercorn St.
  • (912) 652-7925
  • (912) 652-7849
  • 124 Bull Street
  • (912) 652-7878
  • (912) 652-7880
  • Corey Gillenwater
  • 222 W. Oglethorpe Ave.
  • (912) 652-7271
  • (912) 652-7301
  • Email Department