News Flash

July 4th Traffic Controls In Place Monday

Beginning Monday morning, US 80/Butler Avenue will be down to one open traffic lane beginning at Miller Avenue and US 80, and continuing along Butler Avenue to Tybrisa Street.

The two inside traffic lanes will be closed to all traffic except emergency vehi...

Know Tybee's Fireworks Laws

CITY CODE SEC. 42-66-CONSUMER FIREWORKS

Except as allowed by state law, discharging fireworks within the city at other than permitted events is prohibited.

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Rep. Buddy Carter Earmarks $2.6M for Tybee Island Stormwater Improvements

TYBEE ISLAND, GA – U.S. Representative Buddy Carter has secured $2.6 million dollars in congressional earmarks to help reduce severe flooding on the island’s south end after heavy rainfall.

“The City of Tybee needs this fundin...

No Smoking and Vaping on the Beach

As of July 1, 2022, the City of Tybee Island will begin issuing citations for smoking and vaping on all public beach crossovers and beaches. The new ordinance went into effect June 1 with a 30-day warning period. The warning period ends July 1. Violators ...

July 4th Closure Notice

City Offices will be closed Monday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. We will re-open Tuesday, July 5 with regular business hours. Please have a safe and fun holiday.

Tybee Community Safety Meeting

Whether you are a resident or a business, you need to be prepared for any emergency on Tybee Island. Join our first responders and emergency operations staff for an information session and Q&A on everything from hurricane prep/evacuation to active sho...

PUBLIC NOTICE - Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP)

FINAL PUBLIC NOTICE

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has received a subgrant application for City of Tybee Island. Pursuant to Executive Order 11988 and 44 CFR Part 9.12, final notice is hereby given of FEMA’s intent to provide fund...

Tybee Appoints New Assistant Police Chief

The City of Tybee Island announced today the appointment of Capt. Tiffany Hayes as the first assistant police chief in the island’s history. Capt. Hayes will begin her new role on June 27, 2022.

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Capt. Hayes Photo

Long-term Closure of 4th Street Begins June 8

Beginning June 8, 2022, 4th Street will be closed between Lovell Avenue and 2nd Avenue for the renovation of City Hall.  The street will remain closed until the remodel is complete.

• Modular buildings will be delivered and installed on 4th St. betw...

Extended Business Hours for Parking Services

Beginning March 5, 2022, the Parking Services office will be open on the first two Saturdays of the month,  from 10 AM - 2 PM for all decals & payments. 

LOCATION: South Annex Building, 1509 Strand Avenue (at the base of  pie...

Voter Residency Information Online

As a follow up to the Feb. 10 city council meeting, information of voter residency requirements and a statement from the Board of Registrars are available on the website at: Voter Residency Information 

Tybee Launches Vacation Rental Complaint Hotline

TYBEE ISLAND GA - The City of Tybee Island has launched a 24/7 hotline to address complaints related to short-term vacation rental problems on Tybee Island. Noise, parking, unsafe behavior and overcrowding are among issues callers can report at (912) 325-...