Map downloads include the community information below.
Or copy the link to this page to share.
My community is made up of people who are loving and form a cohesive unit. We all look out for each other. We have the first volunteer fire house in Screven County. It was constructed by community members. Started with approximately 12 volunteers in 1993, that included male and female. Property was donated by resident, Mr. Tel Burns on his family land. Mr. Burns who was born in the area, had moved to New York, but relocated to the area and lead the fire house construction and organization. Presently, there are 6 active members. Group holds the distinction of being the first Black fire fighters with Black women members in Screven County. The by prov members are immersed in civic engagement.
Many long time residents whose ancestors go back possibly 6 generations live on land that was originally purchased from White landowner Ernest Newton. He was called Mr. Jenk, and the area is named after him...Jink Hill Rd. Residents are proud of our community. The Jenk Hill area became known for having and many Black landowners that included: The Burns, Gordon, Robbins, Williams, and Rilington Families. And Jenk Hill has the first Screven County Black Commissioner.
My community is located near the Ogeechee River. We want the river not to be polluted, which will allow residents to continue to enjoy the natural recreation that has been a mainstay of our lives for many years. People in the community are progressive and when it comes to employment, many travel long distances to gain employment that will allow them to provide prosperous lives for their families.
We do not want our community divided in the Redistricting process. We want to stay together and build in order to make our community stronger for now and the future. We want to be able to choose leaders who represent us and our values, not the other way around. We also need a recreation and resource center in the Jenk Hill community and resources for the elderly.
Your state accepts communities of interest as public input. Download your map and then visit this site.
