Business View Civil and Municipal | May/June 2022

105 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 3, ISSUE 5 WARNER ROB INS , GEORGI A gas infrastructure grant has been awarded for MidState Energy to ensure that these communities are able to meet the needs of high demand users as they come online. On the water management side, Mayor Patrick shares, “We have received a grant of $11 million for Water and Sewer from the Georgia State and Local Recovery Fund. These funds will ensure we exceed our timeline for implementation of projects to build greater capacity in the City of Warner Robins.” With capacity becoming a major focus for developers, Hogan admits, “Water and sewer capacity is in every single conversation, whereas it used to be workforce, and it used to be quality of life, and sense of place. Now developers have to have the water and sewer capacity in order to make sure that they can move forward. It’s going to really set us up for success.” The Constantine Group have been valuable partners in water and sewer planning in Warner Robins. “The Constantine Group has been our water and sewer engineering consultant since 2009,” says Hogan. “They specifically focus on long range planning, budgeting and large capital improvement projects.” The North Houston Sports Complex, an $18 million development which was completed in 2021 and includes four softball fields, four basketball courts, eight volleyball courts, 12 pickle ball courts, and indoor track & fitness areas, is a source of pride for the community. “This facility plays a dual role in our community, as an income generator with our sports on a state wide level and also as a community center,” explains Mayor Patrick. “Our residents have a safe and affordable option for after school and on the weekends. Rec sports plays a large role in our community culture and the broader region when it comes to this facility.” The complex has been so successful that there are already plans for an expansion. According to Hogan, “We are constantly booked as far as traveling tournaments go. There is just so much