"The regional crossroads and destination that offers small-town charm while providing big-city opportunities.”

Conflicting tales exist concerning the naming of Waycross, Georgia, but almost all center on the railroad. Read More

Since the City’s inception, our mission has been to provide the professional staff and supervision necessary to deliver superior municipal services to our community.

Welcome to Waycross!

Please explore this website for the wealth of information you will find, including important links and documents you may need as a Waycross resident, business, or visitor. We also provide ways for you to conveniently pay utility bills, building permits, vehicle fines, and government surplus items online.  

Vision:

The city of Waycross is a dedicated workforce enhancing the quality of life while driving service excellence in support of its citizens and communities.

Mission:

To provide open, honest, and fiscally responsible quality public services to the citizens of Waycross.

 
 
 

NOTICE

Upcoming Events

  • Current 2025 Property Tax Digest and 5 Year History of Levy
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  • Commission Work Session

    January 5, 2026 *MONDAY*
    5:00 p.m.
    City Hall Commission Chambers and Facebook and YouTube Livestreamed

  • Commission Meeting

    January 6, 2026 *TUESDAY*
    5:00 p.m.
    City Hall Commission Chambers and Facebook and YouTube Livestreamed

  • Waycross Convention and Visitors Bureau Meeting 

    January 22, 2026
    10:00 a.m.
    City Hall Commission Chambers

  • Wayx-Ware County Land Bank Authority Meeting 

    January 28, 2026
    2:00 p.m.
    City Hall Commission Chambers

  • The Waycross–Ware County Community Housing Initiative is working to expand safe, affordable, and quality housing for families across our community. Through the Georgia Initiative for Community Housing (GICH), our team collaborates with partners, receives training, and develops strategies to support workforce housing, revitalize neighborhoods, and improve quality of life. Our mission is simple: build a stronger future by creating housing opportunities that help families thrive and support long-term community growth.

    Click the link below to view related documents, and email waycrossgich@gmail.com if you’d like to learn more.
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  • Public Notice - CHIP Grant Housing Applications

    Click Here for CHIP Grant Application Details

  • 2024 Waycross Five-Year History Levy

    Click Here for Report

  • 2024 Waycross-Ware County Industrial Park
    and City of Waycross Water System Annual Water Quality Report

    Click Here for the Report

  • Click Here for More Information
  • 2021 Ware County Comprehensive Plan

    Click Here for Report

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