Macon-Bibb commissioners ask state lawmakers to consider charter change allowing equal term limits; measure passes 6-3

Macon — The Macon-Bibb County Commission voted 6-3 on Jan. 7 to ask the county’s legislative delegation to introduce legislation amending Section 10E of the Macon‑Bibb County Charter to provide “equal term limitations for all members” of county authorities.

The resolution received sustained public comment before the formal vote, with multiple residents urging commissioners to reject or delay the charter change. After limited discussion and a failed effort to table the item, the commission moved forward with a formal roll-call vote that passed by a 6-3 margin.

Public comment opened the meeting on the topic. Keaton Maxwell told commissioners, “Who do you think you are?” and accused local leaders of eroding public trust, saying the community must “reject the temptation of personal gain” and urging a “Vote no to the greed…for our 3rd term.” Carlton Kitchens echoed opposition, saying, “I don't think the mayor need a 3rd term,” and called for other qualified candidates to be considered. Gwen Westbrooks, identified in the meeting…