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The purpose of the Annual Report is to provide an update to the citizens of Bay County about the many ways in which we are working to reach our goals each year.

The 2024 Budget Summary aims to assist the public in understanding the budget adopted by the Bay County Board of County Commissioners in September 2023.

Bay County officials invite residents interested in learning more about the upcoming Titus Road roundabout project to attend a public “drop-in” informational meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 23 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the county’s Highpoint Boat Ramp, located at 7925 County Road 2311, Panama City.

The roundabout, planned for the intersection of Titus Road and County Road 2321, is designed to improve traffic safety and flow in one of Bay County’s fastest-growing areas. With the expansion of the Titus Park subdivision and the close proximity to North Bay Haven Charter Academy, the improvements are intended to slow traffic, reduce crash risks, and make it easier for residents to access the roadway.

“This project is a long time in the making, and we’re excited to be moving forward,” Bay County Commissioner Daniel Raffield said. “It’s a large-scale roundabout that will provide a safer alternative to a traffic signal, and we want the community to hear the details and learn how it will improve everyday travel. Transparency is important to us, and that’s why we’re creating opportunities for residents to ask questions, see the design, and understand the impacts before construction begins.”

Raffield said the purpose of the meeting is to build trust, encourage community input, and ensure that residents feel informed about how the project will benefit the area for years to come.

The meeting will be held in an open-house format, meaning residents may drop in at any time during the two-hour window to review project displays, speak with Bay County staff, and ask questions about the design, construction timeline, and expected traffic impacts.

“Roundabouts are inherently safer than traditional intersections, with fewer points of conflict for drivers,” Bay County Chief Infrastructure Officer Keith Bryant said. “This project will help calm traffic near North Bay Haven, improve access for Titus Park residents, and prepare for future planned improvements such as a multi-use path along Minge Branch Road for children walking to school.”

Construction is expected to begin in early October, following the Bay County Commission’s recent award of the contract to Roberts and Roberts. The project cost approximately $2.2 million, funded equally through a state grant and the Half-Cent Surtax. Work is expected to take about a year to complete.