Goals
The Highway 278 Community Improvement District is focused on strengthening the corridor through thoughtful planning, infrastructure improvements, and long-term investment that enhance quality of life for the community.
The CID works to improve safety, connectivity, and corridor identity through coordinated beautification efforts, upgraded streetscapes, and improved pedestrian and vehicular movement. These efforts support sustainable growth while maintaining a balanced mix of residential, commercial, and recreational uses.
By leveraging planning initiatives to secure future funding and promote economic opportunities, the CID helps ensure Highway 278 continues to serve as a vibrant, connected gateway to the City of Covington.
Board of Directors

Jimmy Tanner
Chairman
Vice President, Business Development
Newton Federal Bank
jimmytanner@newtonfederal.com

Samuel Burney Hay III
Vice Chairman
Sam@fowlerprop.com

Kenneth Gaylord
Secretary
SVP – SE Atlanta Market President
Truist Bank Holding Company
kgaylord@bbandt.com

Jared Rutberg
R5 Holdings LLC
jaredrutberg@gmail.com

Billy Fortson
City of Covington Appointee
bfortson@ginnchevy.com

Greg Herring

James Weadick
Assistant Secretary

Anne Jacoby
Newton County
Board of Commissioners Appointee
Staff

Kathy Morgan
CID Administrator
cid@selectnewton.com