AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – The City of Augusta will recognize former Utilities Director Tom Wiedmeier with the renaming of one of its city buildings Wednesday, Nov. 20.
The building that houses Augusta Utilities, Augusta Administration and NRCS Administration will be renamed after Wiedmeier in a ceremony set to begin at 10 a.m. on 452 Walker Street in Augusta.
Wiedmeier served as the Director of Augusta Utilities from November 2009 until his passing August 2020 from complications due to COVID-19.
“Tom Wiedmeier’s legacy is one of dedication, innovation, and a profound commitment to serving all residents of Augusta – Richmond County. It is only fitting that this building, which continues to be at the heart of our water operations, bears his name, said Wes Byne, Director of Utilities.”
Community leaders, colleagues, and family members are expected to give remarks at the event, as well as a commemorative unveiling of the building’s new signage.
Members of the public are invited to attend and celebrate Wiedemer’s life and he contributions he made to the city.