Barrow County Government

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BARROW COUNTY LAUNCHES ‘COFFEE WITH THE COUNTY MANAGER’ TO FOSTER DIALOG, COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

In an effort to promote productive dialog and accessibility, Barrow County Manager Srikanth Yamala has announced the creation of the “Coffee With the County Manager” program.

The recurring event will allow for citizens to meet in a more intimate setting with their County Manager, offering a chance to ask questions, get clarification and learn about the goings-on of their local government.

“Providing residents with accurate, timely information is one of the most important responsibilities of local government. My hope is that this program will give citizens an opportunity to gain a better understanding of County operations and receive factual information directly from staff,” said Yamala.

The program will be held on a quarterly basis, with limited space at each gathering. Citizens interested in participating must fill out an online registration form. (See pinned comment for link!)

Participants will be contacted directly when offered a spot, and those not selected will automatically be put onto a waiting list for a future date. The program is intended for Barrow County residents only.

🚧 MT. MORIAH ROAD IMPROVEMENTS BEGIN JUNE 18 🚧

A TSPLOST-funded improvement project on Mt. Moriah Road will begin June 18 and include roadway reconstruction, widened shoulders, drainage upgrades, and new pavement markings.

Residents should expect temporary delays, pilot car escorts, and increased construction activity. Mailbox upgrades will begin the week of June 15. Property owners along this roadway will receive an information packet with important details about traffic access, control plans, mailbox replacement, and upcoming construction activities.

Due to the high amount of traffic that uses this road connecting Downtown Auburn and Hwy 124, work will be done 24/7 until the project is completed.

Thank you for your patience as we work to make Mt. Moriah Road safer and more reliable for our community.

More details: https://www.barrowga.org/DocumentCenter/View/1690/Mt-Moriah-Road-Widening-Notice-PDF

Good news, SR 316 drivers!

Construction continues moving forward at the future SR 316 at Barber Creek Road interchange in Barrow County. 🚧 Drivers will continue seeing major improvements take shape throughout the summer as crews advance roadway and bridge construction.

Recent progress includes:

✔️ Bridge sidewalk & median construction
✔️ Curb & gutter installation
✔️ Paving along Craft Frontage Road
✔️ Completion of waterline relocation work
✔️ Inside shoulder widening completed in several locations along SR 316

Motorists are encourged to use for real-time traffic updates.

To learn more about thie project, visit: https://tinyurl.com/SR316-BarberCreek

Heads up, Barrow County!

A detour is in place for bridge repairs along Savage Road just across the border in Jackson County, with a detour that crosses into Barrow.

See below for more details ⬇️⬇️⬇️

🚧 Road Closure Notice – Savage Road Bridge

Beginning Monday, June 8, the bridge on Savage Road will be closed for repairs.

Please use the detour route shown on the attached map to safely navigate around the closure. The repair work is expected to take approximately one week, weather permitting.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as Jackson County works to improve our road infrastructure.

📍 Please plan ahead and allow for extra travel time.

EARLY VOTING UNDERWAY

Early voting begins today for the General Election Primary Runoffs. Barrow County voters may cast their ballots at the Barrow County Elections Office, located at 233 East Broad Street, Winder -- 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily through Friday, June 12.

Election Day is June 16.

PLEASE NOTE: Those who voted in either party primary during the May 19 primaries MUST vote in the same party primary for the runoffs. Those who did not vote in the May 19 primaries (or those who voted non-partisan only) may vote in either party runoff.

BARROW COUNTY, AUBURN LAUNCH $2.9 MILLION MT. MORIAH ROAD PROJECT USING TSPLOST DOLLARS

The Barrow County Board of Commissioners and Auburn City Council have approved an intergovernmental agreement (IGA) for a full-depth reclamation project to improve safety and road quality along Mt. Moriah Road, which runs through portions of western Barrow County and the City of Auburn.

The contract was awarded to The Scruggs Company to improve approximately 2.95 miles of roadway from the Gwinnett County line to just north of 3rd Avenue in Auburn.

“This project represents a significant investment in our local infrastructure, as Mt. Moriah Road serves as a major connector from Hwy 29 and Downtown Auburn to Hwy 124. The partnership with Auburn helps ensure the roadway will remain safe and reliable for years to come,” said Barrow County Chairman Pat Graham.

The project will include full-depth reclamation of the existing roadway, the addition of one-foot shoulders on each side, grading, erosion control, storm drainage improvements, and road striping. Full-depth reclamation rebuilds the road from the ground up by recycling the existing asphalt and base into a new, stronger foundation for a longer-lasting roadway.

“Auburn is proud to partner with Barrow County on this important infrastructure project that will improve safety, connectivity, and the overall driving experience for our residents and visitors,” said Auburn Mayor Rick Roquemore.
“By working together and utilizing TSPLOST funding, we are making meaningful investments that support continued growth and enhance quality of life throughout our community.”

As part of the agreement, Barrow County will administer the project at a total cost of approximately $2.9 million, with the City of Auburn reimbursing the county $749,675 for work completed within the city limits.

The project is funded through Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (TSPLOST) dollars, a one-cent sales tax approved by Barrow County voters to fund local transportation improvements.

BARROW COUNTY OFFICES TO CLOSE FOR MEMORIAL DAY

Barrow County’s administrative offices, courts, senior center and animal shelter will be closed Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.

Buildings and athletic fields will be closed at Victor Lord Park, though the park itself will remain open.

The Barrow County Water office will be closed, but essential staff will remain on duty. Citizens reporting a residential water emergency may do so by calling (770) 307-6610 to be connected with appropriate on-call staff. A wastewater emergency may be reported to (770) 298-9527. All other calls may go to the office line at (770) 307-3014.

Essential public safety personnel will also remain on duty during the holiday.

THANK YOU ELECTIONS STAFF, POLL WORKERS & VOLUNTEERS!

Barrow County would like to extend its sincere thanks and gratitude to the men and women who helped make the recent round of elections a smooth and successful process for voters.

We’d like to offer a special thank you to Elections Director Monica Franklin, her staff, poll workers, and volunteers who put in months of tireless effort to ensure everything went off without a hitch. Their professionalism, dedication, and long hours helped provide a positive experience for voters across Barrow County.

We hope you’ll join us in thanking these dedicated individuals for their service to our community!