Public Notices

Water Meter Replacement Information

The City of Commerce is seeking an individual Attorney to provide services for each of the following positions via Request for Proposal (RFP): 26-002 Municipal Judge 26-003 Municpal Solicitor 26-004 Public Defender This information can also be accessed via the OPEN Bids section on our Bid Opportunities page.

The City of Commerce will be having elections this year. The elected office up for vote is Mayor Pro Tem, Councilman Ward 1, Councilman Ward 2 AND School Board Ward 1, School Board Ward 2 Qualifying will be at Commerce Administrative Complex Office of City Clerk 110 State Streeet, Commerce, Georgia The times will be 8:30am until 4:30pm on August 18, 19, 20, 2025. The Last day a person may register and be eligible to vote in the General Election will be October 6,...

City of Commerce's 2025 Comprehensive Plan Update

The City has been notified that starting mid/late August, the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) is planning to repair and resurface Broad and Elm Streets from the area of Washington Street south to the area of Stark Street. This work is scheduled to occur nightly from 8pm to 7am. It is important to note that these roadways are state highways, and maintenance is solely at the discretion and control of GDOT. This important work will provide much needed improvement to roadway...

Official Notice: Correction of Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Meeting Date In accordance with our commitment to transparency and accuracy, we wish to correct an error in our previous announcement regarding the date of the Fiscal Year 2026 budget meeting. The meeting will take place on Monday, June 16, 2025, at 6:00 PM, rather than the previously stated date of June 17th. City of Commerce “NOTICE OF BUDGET ADOPTION” The Fiscal Year 2026 budget will be considered...

2025 Water Quality Report

Recently there have been reports of the City of Commerce Utility Department calling from 706.335.3164 stating that the meter you have is out of code. They will then state that your utilities will be cut off that same evening after 5pm. They will then ask that you go to Walmart and purchase Gift Cards to ensure that your utilities stay on. THIS IS A SCAM. The city will notify you by mail or in person with City Identification for any utilitiy issues. Please hang up and do not give out...

The City of Commerce has completed its search for a new police chief as 1st Lt. Jeff Drossman of the Hall County Sheriff’s Office has been selected to fill the role. Drossman has over 20 years of combined law enforcement experience with the Hall County Sherrif’s Office, Jackson County Sherrif’s Office, Auburn and Monroe Police Departments. He has served in numerous supervisory and leadership capacities in uniformed patrol, criminal investigations, jail bureau, and specialized...

Effective Friday, April 4, 2025 , Utility Payments will only be accepted at the new location: Commerce Administrative Complex located at 110 State Street, Commerce, GA The night drop box is located at the Corner of Cherry Street and State Street for after hours payments. You may come inside on the 2nd floor (main level) and go up to the 3rd floor (upper level) by using stairs or elevator conveniently located on the main floor lobby to pay in person. We also offer online payments and...

PSA: The City of Commerce has identified a water main break in the Woods Bridge Rd area. Crews are currently working to repair and restore water. Thank you for your patience and we apologize for the inconvenience. I will be posting updates as they become available.

The following streets will be paved in the order below: Beginning 03/31/2025 Street Name Start Crossroad Stop Crossroad Avery Court Homer Rd ML King Jr. Dr Thomas Dr State St End of Pavement Elizabeth St State St Victoria St Belmont Park Dr 1128 Address 906 address Wilhard St Elm St End of Pavement Central Ave Clayton St 135 Central Ave Clayton St Scott St Piedmont St The following streets will be paved in the order below: Beginning week of 04/07/2025 Minish Dr...