Savannah City Hall news
Savannah city government news, newest first: city council votes, the mayor, the budget and new ordinances, each story linked to the agenda or minutes.
Top story
Savannah data center rules: survey open until Nov. 20
Savannah wants comments by Nov. 20 on its first data center rules: 1,000 feet from homes, a 50-decibel cap, no evaporative cooling. Council votes in January.
Who to call and how to vote
Trash
Trash and recycling pickup in Savannah: schedule, holidays, bulk
Savannah picks up trash weekly, recycling every other week and yard waste the next day. Carts out by 7 a.m. Questions: 311 or 912-651-6565.
Chatham County
Voting in Chatham County: registration, polls and early voting
Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3. Early voting in Chatham County runs Oct. 13-30 at six sites. Absentee applications close Oct. 23. Questions: 912-790-1520.
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Parks
Daffin Park playground still closed as crews fix drainage
Savannah's new Daffin Park playground is still closed while crews fix ponding. Final inspection is due Oct. 22; the city will name an opening date in November.
Transportation
Savannah wins $11.3M grant for I-516 link off DeRenne Ave.
An $11.3 million federal grant will buy land for The Boulevard, a new four-lane link from I-516 to White Bluff Road. The city adds $13.6 million. What it means for DeRenne.
Utilities
Savannah stormwater fee help: who qualifies, how to apply
Savannah households at or below 200% of the poverty line can now get help with the new stormwater fee. Call 912-888-8082 for an appointment. Income limits and what to bring.