Sementha Mathews
Public Information Officer CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR E-NEWS!
300 North Lee Street, Suite 204
Valdosta, Ga 31601
Office: (229) 259-3548 
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FAX: (229) 259-3539
Public Information Division
The Public Information Officer works with the elected officials and the city department heads to provide accurate and timely information for the citizens and the news media about local government, services, and programs. Traditional communication tools such as press releases, public service announcements, newsletters, brochures, photos and other publications are used to distribute the city message, as well as the government access channel. The office is also charged with administering the city web site and monitoring the city's overall internal and external communication strategy.
To sign up to receive electronic newsletters and press releases, click here.
The Public Information Division also includes the City of Valdosta's Government Access Channel 17, which provides citizens of Valdosta with direct, non-editorial information concerning local government deliberations, services, programs and activities.
To submit a news tip click here.
How ready are you for an emergency of any kind? Emergencies don't typical come with advance warning. The city encourages its citizens to be ready at all times to care for you, your family and your neighbors in an unexpected emergency. Click here to view some preparedness tips.
The Public Information Office was created in 1998 to provide a centralized office for receiving and disseminating information and is located on the second floor of the City Hall Annex, Room 206. For more information, contact the Public Information Officer at (229) 259-3548, or click here.