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Have you seen the new signage and sidewalk markings in downtown Winder? Exciting news: the Entertainment District is ALIVE! Whether you're a resident or visitor of the City of Winder, stay informed—here are 7 things you should know about this new ordinance. Come down and experience the vibrant energy of our downtown! 🎉 Watch on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/eezXTyBn

The City of Winder has been honored with the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the FY 23 budget from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA). Congratulations to our Finance Department, whose commitment to excellence in budgeting and financial transparency won this prestigious award!

The City of Winder's very own John Rorke, currently serving as the Chief Information Officer, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Georgia chapter of GMIS International. Current President and Georgia Secretary of State CIO, Jonathan Reich, CGCIO said, “John brings a wealth of knowledge and experience from the industry. Having him join the board of directors is exciting, as we are looking forward to his contributions and leadership of our organization in the future.” Read the full story on our website: https://lnkd.in/ejuHsNe7

Epic new playground & park opens in downtown Winder 🎉🎀✂️ What started as an idea in the mind of two local residents has finally come to fruition as a 5 million dollar, one-of-a-kind playground and community park located only steps away from downtown in The City of Winder. It's time to celebrate—Winder Legacy Park is now open to the public! Bring your family and friends of all ages to come play! 🛝 Barrow Community Foundation Northeast Georgia Health System Barrow County Schools Akins Ford Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Harrison Poultry, Inc. Barrow County Government Republic Services Magbee Contractors Supply VanKirk Electric, Inc. Renasant Bank First American Bank and Trust GEC Contractors, Inc. Mitchell & Crunk, Law Firm Noviland Technologies, Inc. Rotary Club of Winder Jackson EMC The Georgia Club WINDER INSURANCE CENTER, INC. Watch on the City of Winder's official YouTube channel: https://lnkd.in/epABAYPD

Winder Fire Department Raises Over $18,000 for Burn Victims Lieutenant Cory West sat down to recap the 10th Annual "Give Burns the Boot Golf Tournament" at The Chimneys Golf Course this May. 120 players enjoyed a great day of golf, raising $18,000 for the Georgia Firefighters Burn Foundation. Watch the full video below on our YouTube channel: https://lnkd.in/eRjtBqyJ

Yesterday, the City of Winder received its first TSPLOST check, delivered by Barrow County Government County Manager Srikanth Yamala. Transportation Local Option Sales Tax dollars are earmarked for specific transportation projects as approved by voters in Nov. 2023. Mayor Terrell says, "We have had a number of people express concern with this being another tax. Remember, estimates from the state of Georgia point out that 30-33% of this tax is likely paid for by people that do not live in Barrow County but who use our roads and infrastructure as they pass through. The funds collected also have specific spending requirements such as roads and infrastructure.”

CITY OF WINDER RECOGNIZED IN NATIONAL FISCAL FLUENCY CHALLENGE The City of Winder’s communications team, including Communications Director Katie Strickland and Media Production Specialist Jacob Lincoln, was recently awarded an honorable mention in the prestigious Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA)'s Fiscal Fluency Challenge for producing an informative video series detailing Winder’s FY 24 Proposed Budget. The GFOA's national initiative recognizes innovative efforts to make financial information clear and accessible. One of the goals of this campaign was to simplify complex budget information, making it more understandable for the average resident. The full-length video premiered during a Council work session in May of 2023; subsequently, the team rolled out shorter, easy-to-watch clips weekly on the City’s social media platforms. "We’re proud of the communications team's commitment to excellence and their consistent work to clearly communicate with the residents of Winder. This recognition highlights that as well as the City of Winder’s commitment to transparency and financial literacy,” said John Rorke, Chief Information Officer. Read the Full Story: https://lnkd.in/e-WsDjNc

Today is Maintenance Monday, and we’d like to highlight our building maintenance technician Mathew Redd. Mathew has been with the City of Winder for two years and helps maintain our facilities. Light bulbs and fixtures, broken pipes, electrical, plumbing, construction, roofing—you name it, and he’s probably done it. (He even rescued a family of raccoons recently… but that’s a story for another day!) 🦝 Mathew wears a smile on his face, and his easygoing manner puts people at ease. We appreciate his strong work ethic and extensive knowledge in a variety of fields. “I like my job; I get to do something new every day and interact with staff from all over the City. I also love working events because I get to meet residents and visitors and make people happy.” Thanks for your service, Mathew! 🫡

ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT COMING TO DOWNTOWN WINDER The City of Winder is introducing a new development in our community—the establishment of the Downtown Winder Entertainment District! In the coming days, you'll begin to see updated pole banners, signage affixed to some stop signs, sidewalk decals marking the boundaries, and more. This initiative will transform downtown Winder into a vibrant hub for social gatherings and entertainment, as licensed establishments within district boundaries will be allowed to serve alcoholic beverages for consumption outside their premises. Patrons can enjoy their drinks in a lively, open-air setting, making our downtown a more inviting place to relax and socialize. Learn all about Winder's Entertainment District here: https://lnkd.in/ex7cqz27