Government
Chatham County, Georgia
The city of Savannah is governed by a mayor-council system. The elected mayor and city council pass laws and establish policy, while the city manager oversees the day-to-day operations and public services.
The Savannah Parole Office is run by the Georgia Department of Community Supervision. The Savannah Post Office is operated by the United States Postal Service, serving the community with reliable mail and package services.
Contact Information
East Bay Street, Savannah, GA 31401
Phone: +1 912-651-6441
General Information
Departments
Boards and Commissions
City Council
Council Committees
City Manager
City Attorney
Animal Control
Economic Development
Parks and Recreation
GOVERNMENT NEWS
Three Injured in Oglethorpe Mall Shooting
News Summary A shooting incident at the Oglethorpe Mall in Savannah resulted in three individuals being injured. The victims, comprising two adult males and one juvenile male, were taken to...
Sara Lue Appointed as New GBI Director of Public Affairs
News Summary The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has announced the appointment of Sara Lue as the new Director of Public & Governmental Affairs. With extensive experience in law enforcement and...
Significant Traffic Disruptions from Collision on I-95
News Summary A car collision near Hardeeville on I-95 caused major traffic delays affecting both directions, coinciding with increased holiday travel. The incident was reported around 1:30 p.m., and it...
Savannah State University Students Transform Communities in Ghana
News Summary Four Savannah State University students traveled to Ghana for a summer study abroad program focused on community outreach and addressing social issues like substance abuse among youth. Coordinated...
Savannah City Council Adopts ‘Savannah GPS’ Plan for Development
News Summary The Savannah City Council has approved the ‘Savannah GPS’ visionary plan to guide future development and operations, prioritizing community engagement, public safety, and economic growth. This strategic initiative...
Savannah Issues Notice of Violation for Water Treatment Incident
News Summary The City of Savannah received a Notice of Violation from the State’s Environmental Protection Division related to an incident at its Water Treatment Plant. The incident, caused by...
Beaufort County Halts Proposed Changes to Ferry Cargo Limits
News Summary Beaufort County has suspended proposed changes to cargo weight limits on the Lowcountry Ferry due to compliance issues with their contract. The initial plan to reduce the limit...
Man Arrested for Anti-Mask Violation at Savannah Protest
News Summary Luvrio Wilkerson, 24, was arrested in Savannah during the ‘No Kings Protest’ for allegedly violating Georgia’s anti-mask law. His arrest and the circumstances surrounding it have prompted discussions...
Alarming Assault Incident Reported in Savannah
News Summary In Savannah, Kristin King was allegedly assaulted by her ex-boyfriend outside Central Animal Hospital while taking her dog for a checkup. Bradley Severson took the dog without warning...
