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Announcements

Information Regarding Drought Conditions for Calhoun Utilities

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(Updated April 27th, 2026)

After months of closely monitoring drought conditions across the State of Georgia, the Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) has declared a Level 1 drought response for all public water systems utilizing surface water and/or groundwater. The GA EPD determines whether specific environmental conditions warrant a drought response declaration based on the severity of drought conditions and the impacts to water supply. This declaration is a proactive measure in response to ongoing dry conditions and aims to ensure that Georgia’s water resources remain reliable and sustainable.

In response to the declaration and current drought conditions, Calhoun Utilities encourages all residents to reduce water usage wherever possible. Small adjustments in daily routines, such as fixing leaks, running dishwashers and washing machines only with full loads, and limiting outdoor watering, can make a significant difference in conserving water.

Outdoor water use guidelines remain unchanged under a Drought Response Level 1, and watering between 4:00 p.m. and 10:00 a.m. is still permitted based on the Georgia Water Stewardship Act of 2010.

While there aren’t any new restrictions under a Level 1 Drought Response, the following are acceptable practices and allowed daily at any time of day:

  • Irrigation of personal food gardens may be done at any time of day.
  • Irrigation of new and replanted plants, seed, or turf may be done at any time of day for 30 days after installation.
  • Drip irrigation or irrigation using soaker hoses may be done at any time of day.
  • Hand watering with a hose with an automatic cutoff or a handheld container may be done at any time of day.
  • Irrigation of horticultural crops held for sale, resale, or installation.
  • Irrigation of athletic fields, golf courses, or public turf grass recreational areas.
  • Installation, maintenance, or calibration of irrigation systems.
  • Hydroseeding.

Thank you for your support and commitment to responsible water use.

If you have any questions or wish to learn more about water conservation tips, please visit the Georgia EPD website at the following links:

https://epd.georgia.gov/watershed-protection-branch/drought-management

https://epd.georgia.gov/watershed-protection-branch/water-conservation

PDF Information Regarding Drought Conditions for Calhoun Utilities (PDF)

Announcements, Public Notice

Free Public Wi-Fi Access

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The City of Calhoun is proud to announce free public Wi-Fi access is now available at the Downtown Calhoun City Park, Calhoun Recreation Department’s tennis facility, swimming pool, football field, the new baseball/softball complex, the yellow playground, and the Mauldin Road soccer complex.

The free public Wi-Fi will be available between the hours of 6:00 AM and 11:00 PM.

The Wi-Fi network name is CalhounWiFi and the password is Hometown. 

Some devices may initially prompt a log in page, but no personal information or account setup will be required for login.  Instructional signs will be posted this week in the areas with public Wi-Fi access.  You may submit user feedback to wificomments@calnet-ga.net. 

We would like to thank Brad Carrick and the staff at Calnet for making this opportunity possible.  The equipment was purchased utilizing the Federal Government’s American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding to help implement the goal of additional broadband deployment for the public.  Additional locations are under review and consideration, so stay tuned!

Announcements

Promotion Recognition – Calhoun Fire Department

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All of us here at The Calhoun Fire Department would like to take the time to Congratulate and recognize the following employees on their promotions this week within our department.

BILLY GREEN, BRETT SILVERS and JESSE MILLS.

Billy has been a full-time employee of the CFD for the past 16 years and has been serving the department as a Lieutenant/Intermediate EMT. Following his promotion, he will now hold the title of “Battalion Chief”.

Brett has been a full-time employee with the CFD for the past 11 years serving as a Firefighter/Intermediate EMT. Following his promotion, he will now hold the title of “Lieutenant”.

Jesse has been a full-time employee with the CFD for the past 6 years serving as a Firefighter/Advanced EMT. Following his promotion, he also will now hold the title of “Lieutenant”.

“Congratulations” to each of you on your accomplishments, along with these well-deserved promotions. All of your hard work and dedication is very much appreciated and we wish each of you all the best as a new chapter of your journey begins.

Announcements

The City of Calhoun’s Educational Solar Array is online and producing electricity.

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The City of Calhoun’s Educational Solar Array is online and producing electricity. You can monitor the results here:

https://eecs.enphaseenergy.com/pv/public_systems/rY8J2225114/overview

A partnership between Calhoun Utilities, Calhoun City Schools and the Georgia Environmental Finance Authority (GEFA) installed a Solar Array at the Calhoun’s Utilities offices – 700 West Line Street. On sunny days the 48 kW Array produces enough energy to power about 6 typical homes.