County Manager previews SPLOST/Tourism projects including Riverbend dock, Welcome Center and bathroom upgrades

Aug 8, 2025

County Manager Tom Weaver told the Commission he will bring cost estimates for SPLOST/tourism-funded projects (Riverbend Park dock, King Street basketball court restrooms, a Welcome Center at City Hall) and reported staff work on dredging, water tank repair, and public-works millings.

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County Manager Thomas Weaver told commissioners Aug. 5 that staff will present SPLOST- and tourism-funded project estimates at the next work session, including a dock at Riverbend Park, bathrooms at the King Street basketball court, and a Welcome Center at City Hall. Weaver said he contacted a dredging company to evaluate sand removal at the county boat ramp but cautioned the Army Corps of Engineers may place jurisdictions on a long wait list for federal dredging work.

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