Gordon County public meetings in 2021

Board of Commissioners

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting on December 21, 2021, addressing multiple rezoning applications, a contract for engineering services, a resolution on annexation reform, and alcohol license renewals. The board approved a group of four related rezoning requests for InLight Real Estate Acquisitions LLC, changing the zoning from A-1 to L-1 light industrial for warehousing. They also denied a request for a drive-in movie theater after public opposition, tabled two other rezoning requests, and approved a contract with EXP for on-demand engineering services.

• Approved rezoning applications Z21-29, Z21-30, Z21-40, Z21-41 for InLight Real Estate Acquisitions LLC from A-1 to L-1 light industrial (warehousing)
• Denied rezoning application Z21-37 for Jerry W. Gravitte to build a drive-in movie theater on Liberty Church Road in Ranger
• Approved rezoning application Z21-38 for Marty Carroll to rezone from CG to C-H highway commercial for an RV resort (Lazy RV Resort)
• Approved EXP contract for on-demand engineering services
• Denied alcohol license renewal for Rainbow Corner due to prior violations

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners approved several rezoning applications, including a large light industrial rezoning for InLight Real Estate (Z21-29, Z21-30, Z21-40, Z21-41) with a 3-1 vote, and denied a request to rezone 34 acres for a drive-in theater (Z21-37) after public opposition. They also tabled two applications (Z21-28 and Z21-42) to future meetings, approved the 2022 meeting schedule, an engineering services contract, a resolution on annexation reform, and most alcohol license renewals, but denied the Rainbow Corner license renewal.

• Approved rezoning Z21-29, Z21-30, Z21-40, Z21-41 from A-1 to L-1 light industrial (3-1)
• Denied rezoning Z21-37 for drive-in theater on Liberty Church Road (unanimous)
• Tabled rezoning Z21-28 until January 18, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Tabled rezoning Z21-42 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning Z21-36 from R-1 to RA-1 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning Z21-38 from CG to C-H for Lazy RV Resort (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning Z21-39 from A-1 to RA-1 (unanimous)
• Denied alcohol license renewal for Rainbow Corner (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Gordon County Planning Commission held a public hearing on December 13, 2021, to consider zoning changes and variances. They recommended approval of several rezonings from A-1 to I-1 for industrial use, including a 133-acre tract at Gardner Springs Road, and denied a request to rezone 34 acres for a drive-in movie theater after public opposition. Two requests were tabled to the January 10, 2022 meeting.

• Approved rezoning Z21-29: 133 acres at Gardner Springs Road/Union Grove Road, Adairsville, from A-1 to I-1 for industrial building
• Approved rezoning Z21-30: 5.20 acres at 1300 Gardner Springs Road, Adairsville, from A-1 to I-1
• Denied rezoning Z21-37: 34 acres at 1420 Liberty Church Rd., Ranger, from A-1 to C-G for drive-in movie theater
• Approved rezoning Z21-42: 93.58 acres at 5313 Fairmount Hwy., Calhoun, from A-1 to I-1 for million sq ft warehouse (2-1 vote, no recommendation)
• Approved variance V21-22 and rezoning Z21-38: 8 acres at Hwy. 41N, Calhoun, for campground resort (12-acre variance granted)

The Gordon County Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted on several rezoning and variance requests. It recommended approval for multiple rezoning applications, including several from A-1 to I-1 for industrial use, and denied one request for a drive-in movie theater. Two requests were tabled to the January 10, 2022 meeting. All votes were unanimous except one, which was 2-1.

• Approved rezoning Z21-29 (133 acres, Gardner Springs Rd, A-1 to I-1) (4-0)
• Approved rezoning Z21-30 (5.20 acres, 1300 Gardner Springs Rd, A-1 to I-1) (4-0)
• Tabled rezoning Z21-34 (76.17 acres, Union Grove Rd/Hwy 53, A-1 to I-1) to Jan 10, 2022 (4-0)
• Tabled rezoning Z21-35 (1.60 acres, Bud Hardy Rd, R-1 to A-1) to Jan 10, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved rezoning Z21-36 (4.0 acres, 4898 Fairmount Hwy, R-1 to RA-1) (4-0)
• Denied rezoning Z21-37 (34.0 acres, 1420 Liberty Church Rd, A-1 to C-G) (4-0)
• Approved variance V21-22 (12-acre variance) and rezoning Z21-38 (8 acres, Hwy 41N, C-G to C-H) (4-0)
• Approved rezoning Z21-42 (93.58 acres, 5313 Fairmount Hwy, A-1 to I-1) (2-1)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners voted to amend the Unified Land Development Code to require a conditional use permit for all commercial chicken operations with 1,000 or more birds. The Board also voted to end the moratorium on applications for new or expanding poultry operations.

• Amended ULDC 4.03.02(K) to require conditional use permits for poultry operations of 1,000+ birds
• Voted to end the moratorium on applications for new or expanding commercial poultry operations
• Approved bid awards for office furniture: $75,949.19 to Office Depot and $75,478.00 to Scott Graphics
• Approved hardware warranty agreement with Dominion Voting Systems, Inc.
• Approved Virtru Pro subscription for email encryption at a cost of $5,000 for 2021 and $11,000 for the following year

The Board of Commissioners voted to amend the Unified Land Development Code to require all new commercial poultry operations with 1,000 or more birds to obtain a conditional use permit, closing a loophole that allowed some farms to bypass review. The board also voted to end the moratorium on new poultry operations. Other actions included approving bids for office furniture, setting 2022 qualifying fees, and approving a Dominion voting systems warranty.

• Amended ULDC 4.03.02(K) to require conditional use permits for all new commercial poultry operations with 1,000+ birds (unanimous)
• Ended moratorium on new commercial poultry operations (unanimous)
• Approved bid award for office chairs, file cabinets, and shelving to Office Depot ($75,949.19) and Scott Graphics ($75,478.00) (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 election qualifying fees (unanimous)
• Approved hardware warranty agreement with Dominion Voting Systems (unanimous)
• Reappointed Matt Barton and Ed Moyer to Hospital Authority for three-year terms ending 12/31/2024 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to be bound by MOU on opioid settlements (unanimous)
• Approved Virtru Pro subscription for email encryption ($5,000 for rest of year, $11,000 next year) (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting with public hearings on amending the Dry Litter Poultry Operations ordinance and on three rezoning requests. They voted to extend the moratorium on new commercial poultry operations until December 7, 2021, and approved all three rezoning applications. The board also approved several administrative items including a $14,000 budget amendment for radios and agreements with Plainville.

• Extended moratorium on new commercial poultry operations until Dec. 7, 2021
• Approved rezoning #Z21-31 (David Fowler) from A-1 to R-1, 1.96 acres
• Approved rezoning #Z21-32 (Kevin Osbourne) from R-1 to R-6 manufactured housing
• Approved rezoning #Z21-33 (Stephen Ware) from A-1 to RA-1, six acres for three homes
• Approved $14,000 budget amendment for radios for State Patrol and District Attorney

The Board of Commissioners extended the moratorium on new commercial poultry operations or expansions until December 7, 2021, after a public hearing on amending the Dry Litter Poultry ordinance. The board approved three rezoning requests (Z21-31, Z21-32, Z21-33) and several administrative items, including a $14,000 budget amendment for radios, a reappointment to the Board of Health, and MOUs with Plainville. No final decision was made on the poultry ordinance amendment; it will be revised and brought back in December.

• Extended moratorium on new commercial poultry operations until Dec. 7, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning Z21-31 (A-1 to R-1) for David Fowler (4-0)
• Approved rezoning Z21-32 (R-1 to R-6) for Kevin Osbourne (4-0)
• Approved rezoning Z21-33 (A-1 to RA-1) for Stephen Ware (4-0)
• Approved $14,000 budget amendment for radios for State Patrol and District Attorney (4-0)
• Approved reappointment of Kent Lawson to Board of Health until Dec. 31, 2027 (4-0)
• Approved MOUs with Plainville for ordinance enforcement and animal control (4-0)
• Approved surplus IT equipment declaration, Veristor lease, and Ninja software subscription (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Gordon County Planning Commission held a public hearing to review variance and rezoning requests. The body approved four applications, including changes to residential and industrial zoning, and granted two variances for setbacks. Two other applications were tabled until the December 13, 2021 meeting, with one pending the submission of a Development Review Impact (DRI) report.

• Approved rezoning of a 1.96-acre tract at 3514 Dews Pond Road from A-1 to R-1 for David Fowler
• Approved rezoning of a 1.59-acre tract at 572 Millers Ferry Rd. from R-1 to R-6 for Sunbelt Holding, LLC
• Approved rezoning of a 6-acre tract at 5247 Roland Hayes Pkwy. from A-1 to RA-1 for C. Yvette Dickens
• Approved rezoning of a 76.17-acre tract near Union Grove Road and Hwy. 53 from A-1 to I-1 for Industrial VI Enterprises, LLC (tabled pending DRI)
• Granted variance for Ronald Balliew to build a storage shed 7 feet from the property line at 1174 Dempsey Loop Road

The Gordon County Planning Commission held a public hearing and approved several rezoning and variance requests, including a variance for a home with reduced road frontage and rezoning from A-1 to R-1 for David Fowler. They also approved rezoning for Kevin Osbourne, Steven Ware, and a variance for Ronald Balliew, all with unanimous votes. Two sets of applications were tabled to the December 13, 2021 meeting, including those from InLight Real Estate Acquisitions and Industrial VI Enterprises.

• Approved variance V21-20 for David Fowler to reduce road frontage to 25 feet (5-0)
• Approved rezoning Z21-31 for David Fowler from A-1 to R-1 (5-0)
• Approved rezoning Z21-32 for Kevin Osbourne from R-1 to R-6 (5-0)
• Approved rezoning Z21-33 for Steven Ware from A-1 to RA-1 with stipulations (5-0)
• Approved variance V21-21 for Ronald Balliew for 13-foot variance (5-0)
• Tabled variance V21-18, V21-19 and rezoning Z21-29, Z21-30 for InLight Real Estate to Dec 13 (5-0)
• Tabled rezoning Z21-34 for Industrial VI Enterprises to Dec 13 (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners held a public hearing on a request to rezone property from A-1 to R-4 high-density residential for a proposed subdivision near Hwy 53. After hearing from the applicant, school officials, and numerous opponents, the applicant withdrew the application. The Board also approved a $32,585 budget amendment for a Sheriff's Department work detail truck, accepted a $315,000 LMIG grant for Trimble Hollow Road improvements, and passed a resolution to stop requiring mobile home decals.

• Public hearing on rezoning application Z21-23 (Darryl Edwards) from A-1 to R-4 high-density residential; applicant withdrew after motions to deny and table failed
• Budget amendment: $32,585 for Sheriff's Department work detail truck for litter pickup
• Accepted state LMIG grant up to $315,000 for Trimble Hollow Road improvements
• First reading of ordinance amendment to ULDC 4.03.02(K) on dry litter poultry operations
• Resolution approved to no longer require mobile home decals

The Board of Commissioners held a public hearing on a request to rezone property from A-1 to R-4 high density residential for a proposed subdivision. After hearing from the applicant, school officials, and numerous opponents, the Board voted to deny the rezoning application. The Board also approved a budget amendment for a Sheriff's Department work detail truck, accepted a state LMIG grant for road improvements, and passed a resolution to stop requiring mobile home decals.

• Denied rezoning application Z21-23 (Darryl Edwards) from A-1 to R-4 high density residential
• Approved $32,585 budget amendment for Sheriff's Department work detail truck (4-0)
• Accepted state LMIG grant up to $315,000 for Trimble Hollow Road improvements (4-0)
• Approved resolution to not require mobile home decals (4-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Gordon County Historic Preservation Commission met and approved the October 4, 2021 minutes. They discussed ongoing repairs to the walking trail bridge at Fort Wayne and the ongoing inventory of the Ernest Rutledge Civil War collection. The commission heard a presentation from archaeologist Jim Langford, President/Founder of The Coosawattee Foundation, about Native American sites and relics in Gordon County and surrounding areas. The meeting was otherwise routine, with no votes on new business or ordinances.

• Approved minutes from October 4, 2021 meeting
• Discussed repairs to walking trail bridge at Fort Wayne
• Discussed ongoing inventory of Ernest Rutledge Civil War collection
• Heard presentation from archaeologist Jim Langford on Native American sites and relics

The Gordon County Historic Preservation Commission held a regular meeting with no substantive decisions. Members approved the October 4, 2021 minutes, received updates on the Fort Wayne walking trail bridge repairs and the Ernest Rutledge Civil War collection inventory, and heard a presentation from archaeologist Jim Langford about Native American sites in the area. The meeting adjourned without any votes on new business.

• Approved October 4, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Heard presentation on Native American sites by Jim Langford (no action taken)

Planning Commission

The Gordon County Planning Commission held a public hearing to consider a variance request and re-elected its chairman and vice-chairman. The commission approved a variance allowing a 2,800 square foot metal building on a 2.41-acre tract at 491 Beason Road, Calhoun. The meeting was brief and concluded with no additional business.

• Variance #V20-13 granted to Ryan Wolfe for 800 sq ft variance on 2.41 acres at 491 Beason Road, Calhoun
• Randy Rule re-elected as Chairman for 2021
• Jerry Lovelace re-elected as Vice-Chairman for 2021
• Minutes of December 14, 2020 approved

The Gordon County Planning Commission approved a variance request by Ryan Wolfe to build a 2,800 square foot metal building on a 2.41-acre tract at 491 Beason Road, Calhoun, granting an 800 square foot variance. The commission also approved the previous meeting's minutes and re-elected Randy Rule as Chairman and Jerry Lovelace as Vice-Chairman for 2021.

• Approved variance #V20-13 for Ryan Wolfe to construct a 2,800 sq ft metal building, granting 800 sq ft variance (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of December 14, 2020 meeting (unanimous)
• Re-elected Randy Rule as Chairman for 2021 (unanimous)
• Re-elected Jerry Lovelace as Vice-Chairman for 2021 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting on October 19, 2021, addressing zoning requests, a hazard mitigation plan, and a budget amendment. The board tabled a rezoning request for a 525-home development on Highway 53 until November 2, 2021, to gather more information on school and road impacts. They also tabled a separate heavy industrial rezoning until December 7, 2021, approved a residential agricultural rezoning, adopted the 2021 Hazard Mitigation Plan, and approved a $16,910 budget amendment for radar equipment for the State Patrol.

• Tabled rezoning Z21-23 (Darryl Edwards) for 525 homes on 131 acres from A-1 to R-4 until Nov. 2, 2021
• Tabled rezoning Z21-28 (OWR, LLC) from A-1 to I-2 heavy industrial until Dec. 7, 2021
• Approved rezoning Z21-27 (Damian & Johnna Liker) from A-1 to RA-1 for a 4-acre tract
• Adopted 2021 Hazard Mitigation Plan update
• Approved $16,910 budget amendment for radar equipment for State Patrol

The Board of Commissioners tabled a request to rezone 131 acres for a 525-home development until November 2, 2021, to gather more information on school capacity and road impacts. They also approved the 2021 Hazard Mitigation Plan update, a budget amendment for radar equipment, and a separate rezoning for a 4-acre tract. All votes were unanimous except where noted.

• Tabled rezoning Z21-23 for 525-home development until Nov. 2, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved 2021 Hazard Mitigation Plan update (4-0)
• Approved $16,910 budget amendment for State Patrol radar equipment (4-0)
• Approved rezoning Z21-27 from A-1 to RA-1 for 4-acre tract (4-0)
• Tabled rezoning Z21-28 for heavy industrial until Dec. 7, 2021 (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Gordon County Planning Commission held a public hearing on October 11, 2021, to consider rezoning and variance requests. They voted to deny a 131-acre rezoning for a 525-home development, tabled two requests for a 133-acre tract, and approved a 4-acre rezoning and a 94-acre industrial rezoning with a variance. Recommendations were sent to the Board of Commissioners.

• Denied rezoning #Z21-23 for 131 acres at 6624 Fairmount Hwy, Calhoun (525-home development)
• Tabled rezoning #Z21-29 and variance #V21-18 for 133+ acres (Inlight Real Estate Acquisitions)
• Approved rezoning #Z21-27 for 4 acres at 1697 Covington Bridge Rd., Fairmount
• Approved variance #V21-17 and rezoning #Z21-28 for 94 acres at Trimble Hollow Rd. and Spring Hill Rd., Adairsville (A-1 to I-2 industrial)
• Approved minutes of September 13, 2021 meeting

The Gordon County Planning Commission denied a rezoning request for a 131-acre tract at 6624 Fairmount Hwy, Calhoun, to build a 525-home mixed residential development, recommending denial to the Board of Commissioners. Two rezoning requests by Terry Brumlow for Inlight Real Estate Acquisitions, LLC were tabled to the next meeting. The commission approved a rezoning for a 4-acre tract at 1697 Covington Bridge Rd., Fairmount, and a variance and rezoning for a 94-acre tract at Trimble Hollow Rd. and Spring Hill Rd., Adairsville, for industrial use.

• Denied rezoning #Z21-23 for 525-home development at 6624 Fairmount Hwy (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Tabled rezoning #Z21-29 and #Z21-30 for Inlight Real Estate Acquisitions, LLC
• Approved rezoning #Z21-27 for 4-acre tract at 1697 Covington Bridge Rd., Fairmount
• Approved variance #V21-17 for 94-acre tract at Trimble Hollow Rd. and Spring Hill Rd., Adairsville
• Approved rezoning #Z21-28 for 94-acre tract at Trimble Hollow Rd. and Spring Hill Rd., Adairsville (A-1 to I-2)

Board of Commissioners

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners approved several purchases for the new Judicial Building, including x-ray machines, IT equipment, and furniture, and extended a moratorium on new commercial poultry operations. They also appointed a voting delegate for the ACCG Policy Council.

• Extended moratorium on new commercial poultry operations to November 16, 2021
• Approved purchase of two x-ray machines from Auto Clear for courts system
• Approved $38,604.48 for IT equipment for new Judicial Building
• Approved $164,177.45 for desks and furniture from Ernie Morris for new Judicial Building
• Appointed Commissioner Owens as voting delegate for ACCG Policy Council

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners extended the moratorium on new commercial poultry operations or expansions to November 16, 2021. They approved purchases for the new Judicial Building: two x-ray machines from Auto Clear, IT equipment for $38,604.48, and desks and furniture from Ernie Morris for $164,177.45. Commissioner Owens was appointed as the Voting Delegate for the ACCG Policy Council. The meeting adjourned at 6:27 p.m.

• Extended moratorium on new commercial poultry operations or expansions to November 16, 2021
• Approved purchase of two x-ray machines from Auto Clear for the courts system
• Approved purchase of IT equipment for the new Judicial Building for $38,604.48
• Approved purchase of desks and furniture from Ernie Morris for the new Judicial Building for $164,177.45
• Appointed Commissioner Owens as Voting Delegate for the ACCG Policy Council
• Approved minutes of the September 21, 2021 Work Session and Regular Meeting

Historic Preservation Commission

The Gordon County Historic Preservation Commission met and discussed several historical issues, including deteriorating Civil War parks, missing historical markers, and plans for the county's 175th anniversary. The commission also heard from a property owner about a zoning request for mega chicken houses on Evergreen Road, which raised concerns about impacts on historic sites like Indian Mounds and a cemetery.

• Zoning request #Z21-13 for mega chicken houses on Evergreen Road (Audubon area) discussed
• Concerns raised about Indian Mounds and cemetery in the Audubon area
• Approximately 131 historical markers missing statewide; no state funds for replacement
• Gordon County Civil War Parks deteriorating; meeting planned with County Administrator Jim Ledbetter
• Plans discussed for Gordon County's 175th Anniversary in 2025

The Gordon County Historic Preservation Commission held a regular meeting with no formal votes on substantive matters. Members heard from Al Stone Jr. of Environmental Defense of Georgia about zoning request #Z21-13 for mega chicken houses on Evergreen Road, with concerns raised about impacts on Indian Mounds and a cemetery in the Audubon area. The commission also discussed missing historical markers, deteriorating Civil War parks, and plans for Gordon County's 175th anniversary in 2025. The meeting was adjourned with no decisions made.

• Approved minutes from August 2, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed zoning request #Z21-13 for mega chicken houses on Evergreen Road
• Discussed missing historical marker on Highway 41 South
• Discussed deteriorating Civil War parks with County Administrator Jim Ledbetter

Board of Commissioners

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners approved a 2021 tax levy with a millage rate of 9.5150, the lowest since 2010, and adopted a comprehensive plan amendment for broadband. They also approved several rezoning applications, a contract for email security, and purchases for public works.

• Approved 2021 tax levy at 9.5150 mils, total rate 28.0150 with schools
• Adopted Comprehensive Plan Amendment for Broadband
• Approved purchase of two dump trucks for Public Works for $305,679 from Worldwide Equipment
• Approved rezoning applications Z21-21, Z21-22, Z21-24, Z21-25, Z21-26
• Approved contract with Mimecast Security Solutions for email security

The Board of Commissioners approved the 2021 tax levy at a rolled-back millage rate of 9.5150, the lowest since 2010, and adopted the Comprehensive Plan Amendment for Broadband. Five rezoning applications were approved, and contracts for email security, dump trucks, and engineering services were authorized.

• Approved 2021 tax levy at 9.5150 mills (4-0)
• Adopted Comprehensive Plan Amendment for Broadband (4-0, Hood abstained)
• Approved rezoning #Z21-21 from R-2 to A-1 (4-0)
• Approved rezoning #Z21-22 from A-1 to R-2 (4-0)
• Approved rezoning #Z21-24 from A-1 to RA-1 (4-0)
• Approved rezoning #Z21-25 from A-1 to R-6 (4-0)
• Approved rezoning #Z21-26 from A-1 to R-1 with environmental health stipulation (4-0)
• Approved purchase of two dump trucks for $315,000 (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Gordon County Planning Commission held a public hearing on September 13, 2021, to consider rezoning and variance requests. They recommended denial of a large-scale chicken farm rezoning, approved several smaller rezoning requests, and granted a variance for carports. The recommendations will be sent to the Board of Commissioners for final decisions.

• Rezoning #Z21-13: 577.17 acres on Evergreen Road, Resaca, from A-1 to Conditional Use for 12 broiler chicken houses — recommended denial after opposition from ~45-50 residents
• Variance #V21-15: 4.354 acres at 5160 Nickelsville Road, Resaca — granted to allow 3 carport structures for sawmill equipment
• Rezoning #Z21-21: 27.41 acres on Tucker Hollow Rd., Calhoun, from R-2 to A-1 — approved for cattle use
• Rezoning #Z21-22: 1.29 acres on Lindsey Lane, Calhoun, from A-1 to R-4 — approved for duplex construction
• Rezoning #Z21-24, #Z21-25, #Z21-26: properties on Brackett Rd. and Cornelison Rd. — approved with Environmental Health stipulations

The Gordon County Planning Commission voted unanimously to deny rezoning application #Z21-13, which sought to rezone 577.17 acres on Evergreen Road, Resaca from A-1 to Conditional Use for 12 broiler chicken houses. The denial recommendation was sent to the Board of Commissioners. The commission also approved four rezoning requests, one variance, and tabled one application.

• Denied rezoning #Z21-13 (Toa Quoc Nguyen/Springbank, LLC) for 577.17 acres on Evergreen Road from A-1 to Conditional Use; recommendation sent to Board of Commissioners
• Approved variance #V21-15 (Son Nguyen) to allow 3 carport structures on 4.354 acres at 5160 Nickelsville Road, Resaca
• Approved rezoning #Z21-21 (Jaren Jeffords) of 27.41 acres on Tucker Hollow Rd. from R-2 to A-1; recommendation sent to Board of Commissioners
• Approved rezoning #Z21-22 (Quang Nguyen & Giau Vo) of 1.29 acres on Lindsey Lane from A-1 to R-4; recommendation sent to Board of Commissioners
• Approved rezoning #Z21-24 (Jeff Langston) of 2.071 acres at 749 Brackett Rd. from A-1 to RA-1, with Environmental Health requirements; recommendation sent to Board of Commissioners
• Approved rezoning #Z21-25 (Jeff Langston) of 1.817 acres at 749 Brackett Rd. from A-1 to R-6, with Environmental Health requirements; recommendation sent to Board of Commissioners
• Approved rezoning #Z21-26 (Brian Towers) of 1.06 acres at 958 Cornelison Rd. from A-1 to R-1, with Environmental Health requirements; recommendation sent to Board of Commissioners
• Tabled rezoning #Z21-23 (Darryl Edwards) until the October 11, 2021 meeting

Board of Commissioners

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners approved several items, including placing $5,629,316.50 in American Rescue Plan Act funds into the FY2022 budget, establishing premium pay for essential employees, awarding construction and broadband contracts, and approving a memorandum of understanding with AdventHealth for additional staffing during the Covid-19 pandemic.

• Approved budget amendment to place $5,629,316.50 in American Rescue Plan Act funds into FY2022 budget
• Approved resolution for premium pay for low to moderate income essential county employees
• Awarded Momon Construction as construction manager at risk for remaining 2012 and 2018 SPLOST projects
• Approved Comcast proposal to bring broadband to over 5,100 underserved homes in Gordon County
• Approved memorandum of understanding with AdventHealth for additional staffing and assistance during Covid-19

The Board approved a budget amendment placing $5,629,316.50 in American Rescue Plan Act funds into the FY2022 budget, and a resolution establishing premium pay for low-to-moderate income essential county employees. The Board awarded a construction manager at risk contract to Momon Construction for remaining SPLOST projects and approved a Comcast proposal to bring broadband to over 5,100 underserved homes. The Board also approved a Memorandum of Understanding with AdventHealth for additional staffing during the Covid-19 surge, with the hospital reimbursing the county for all costs.

• Approved budget amendment placing $5,629,316.50 in American Rescue Plan Act funds into the FY2022 budget.
• Approved resolution establishing premium pay for low-to-moderate income essential county employees using ARPA funds.
• Awarded Momon Construction the contract as Construction Manager at Risk for remaining 2012 and 2018 SPLOST projects.
• Approved Comcast proposal to bring broadband services to over 5,100 underserved homes in Gordon County.
• Approved declaration of surplus property from the Sheriff's Office for eleven automobiles and miscellaneous items.
• Approved adding an item to the agenda for a Memorandum of Understanding with AdventHealth.
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with AdventHealth for interim additional staffing, with the hospital reimbursing the county for all employee costs.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved rezoning applications for Kenneth and Amanda McCoy to build a home and bring property into compliance. The Board also approved a de-annexation request, a vehicle surplus declaration, and contract renewals for uniforms and E911 maintenance.

• Approved rezoning #Z21-19 from A-1 to RA-1 for Kenneth & Amanda McCoy
• Approved rezoning #Z21-20 from A-1 to R-1 for Kenneth & Amanda McCoy
• Approved acceptance of de-annexation for parcel CG41-048 from City of Calhoun
• Declared 2000 Ford Taurus surplus property from the Coroner’s Office
• Approved Motorola Solutions CAD contract renewal with a $12,000 annual increase

The Board of Commissioners approved two rezoning requests for Kenneth and Amanda McCoy, a de-annexation request, a surplus property declaration, a uniform service agreement renewal, and a Motorola CAD contract. All votes were unanimous. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved rezoning from A-1 to RA-1 for Kenneth & Amanda McCoy (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning from A-1 to R-1 for Kenneth & Amanda McCoy (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of de-annexed parcel CG41-048 from City of Calhoun (unanimous)
• Approved declaration of surplus 2000 Ford Taurus from Coroner's Office (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of UniFirst customer service agreement with strikeouts (unanimous)
• Approved Motorola Solutions CAD contract for maintenance and installation (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Gordon County Planning Commission held a public hearing on August 9, 2021, to consider zoning and variance requests. They approved a variance for the McCoys to reduce road frontage, rezoned two McCoy tracts, and granted a height variance for silos at CFL Holdings. Two applications were tabled to the September 13 meeting, including one pending an environmental impact study.

• Approved variance #V21-14 for 421 & 423 Dutton Community Road, Adairsville, allowing 25-foot road easement
• Approved rezoning #Z21-19: 3.45 acres at 421 Dutton Community Rd. from A-1 to RA-1
• Approved rezoning #Z21-20: 1 acre at 423 Dutton Community Rd. from A-1 to R-1
• Approved variance #V21-16 for 63.15 acres at Highway 41 South and Trimble Hollow Road, allowing silos up to 100 feet with FAA and fire safety stipulations
• Tabled rezoning #Z21-13 (Springbank, LLC) and variance #V21-15 (Son Nguyen) until September 13, 2021

The Gordon County Planning Commission approved a variance for Kenneth and Amanda McCoy to use a 25-foot easement road for access to 421 and 423 Dutton Community Road, and recommended rezoning their two tracts from A-1 to RA-1 and R-1 to the Board of Commissioners. The commission also granted a height variance to CFL Holdings USA for silos up to 100 feet, subject to FAA and fire safety codes. Two applications were tabled: rezoning #Z21-13 (Springbank, LLC) and variance #V21-15 (Son Nguyen), both to the September 13, 2021 meeting. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved variance #V21-14 for 25-foot easement road at 421 & 423 Dutton Community Road (5-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning #Z21-19 from A-1 to RA-1 for 3.45 acres at 421 Dutton Community Rd. (5-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning #Z21-20 from A-1 to R-1 for 1 acre at 423 Dutton Community Rd. (5-0)
• Approved variance #V21-16 for silos up to 100 feet at Hwy 41 South and Trimble Hollow Rd., with FAA and fire safety stipulations (5-0)
• Tabled rezoning #Z21-13 (Springbank, LLC) until September 13, 2021 (5-0)
• Tabled variance #V21-15 (Son Nguyen) until September 13, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of July 12, 2021 meeting (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting, approving several contracts including a cloud backup service, aerial flyovers, a server lease, and an audit agreement. The board also recognized an employee of the month and declared surplus IT equipment.

• Approved 3-year Managecast Cloud Backup contract at $2,270/month for IT servers
• Approved Pictometry flyover agreement: two flyovers at $73,501 each
• Approved 5-year Veristor Capital lease for HP servers/storage at $50,563/year with $1 purchase option
• Approved R.M. Dobbs audit services for FY ending 6/30/2021, with $11,000 price increase due to federal COVID/ARPA funds
• Declared surplus property from IT Department

The Board of Commissioners approved four contracts: a three-year Managecast cloud backup service for $2,270/month, a Pictometry flyover agreement for two flyovers at $73,501 each, a five-year lease with Veristor Capital for HP servers and storage with annual payments of $50,563, and an audit services agreement with R.M. Dobbs & Company. All motions passed unanimously with 3-0 votes. The board also declared surplus IT equipment.

• Approved Managecast cloud backup contract, 3-year, $2,270/month (3-0)
• Approved Pictometry flyover agreement, two flyovers at $73,501 each (3-0)
• Approved Veristor Capital lease for HP servers, 5-year, $50,563/year (3-0)
• Approved R.M. Dobbs audit services agreement (3-0)
• Declared surplus IT equipment (3-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission discussed rezoning application # Z21-13 for chicken house construction. The commission found no historical features on the property that would be affected by the project.

• Rezoning application # Z21-13 for 24 broiler chicken houses (50’ x 600’ each) on Evergreen Road
• Recommendation for Gordon County to consider changing chicken house restriction guidelines
• Status update on cell tower on Plainview Road: no permits applied for
• Discussion of upcoming Civil War Museum opening in the Town of Resaca

The Gordon County Historic Preservation Commission reviewed rezoning application Z21-13 for 24 broiler chicken houses on Evergreen Road, finding no historical features affected. The commission recommended the county consider changing chicken house restrictions, and a guest voiced concerns about the number of houses and current guidelines. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural.

• Approved minutes from June 7, 2021 meeting (all voted aye)
• Discussed rezoning application Z21-13 for 24 broiler chicken houses on Evergreen Road; no action taken
• Recommended Gordon County consider changing chicken house restrictions
• Adjourned meeting (all voted aye)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved three zoning applications to change land use for residential, light industrial, and heavy industrial purposes. The Board also approved a budget amendment to accept a Georgia DOT safety grant and authorized architect fees for courthouse renovations.

• Approved rezoning #Z21-15 from CC Crossroad Commercial to R-1 Low Density Residential
• Approved rezoning #Z21-16 from A-1 to I-1 Light Industrial at the old Patty’s Truck Stop location
• Approved rezoning #Z21-18 from A-1 to I-2 Heavy Industrial for the Con-onaula property
• Approved $175,000 budget amendment for a Georgia DOT Safety Grant
• Approved $49,141.56 in architect fees for third floor renovations of the main courthouse

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners approved three rezoning requests: Z21-15 (Leonidas Efstathiou) from CC Crossroad Commercial to R-1 Low Density Residential; Z21-16 (Stream Realty Acquisition, LLC) from A-1 to I-1 Light Industrial with stipulations; and Z21-18 (OWR, LLC) from A-1 to I-2 Heavy Industrial. The board also approved a $175,000 budget amendment for a Georgia DOT safety grant, re-appointed Lane Bennett to the Highland Rivers Board of Directors, approved a quit claim deed to Carlton Hyde for an abandoned portion of Old Corinth Road, and approved additional architect fees for the third floor of the main courthouse.

• Approved rezoning Z21-15 from CC Crossroad Commercial to R-1 Low Density Residential (4-0)
• Approved rezoning Z21-16 from A-1 to I-1 Light Industrial with stipulations (4-0)
• Approved rezoning Z21-18 from A-1 to I-2 Heavy Industrial (4-0)
• Approved $175,000 budget amendment for Georgia DOT Safety Grant (4-0)
• Approved re-appointment of Lane Bennett to Highland Rivers Board of Directors (4-0)
• Approved quit claim deed to Carlton Hyde for abandoned portion of Old Corinth Road (4-0)
• Approved additional architect fees for third floor of main courthouse (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Gordon County Planning Commission held a public hearing on July 12, 2021, to consider rezoning and variance requests. They approved two rezoning applications (Z21-15 and Z21-16) and two variance requests (V21-12 and V21-13), recommending them to the Board of Commissioners. Two other rezoning applications were withdrawn, and one was tabled to the August 9 meeting. The meeting was procedural and focused on these specific land-use decisions.

• Approved rezoning Z21-15: 0.78 acres at 4952 Fairmount Hwy., Calhoun from C-C to R-1 (3-0 vote)
• Approved rezoning Z21-16: 38.92 acres at 3092 U.S. Hwy. 41 South, Calhoun from A-1 to I-1 with conditions
• Granted variance V21-12: buffer reduced to 50 feet on north and west sides (stipulated)
• Approved rezoning Z21-18: 38 acres on Trimble Hollow Rd., Adairsville from A-1 to I-2
• Granted variance V21-13: buffer reduced from 250 to 20 feet on north and east boundaries

The Gordon County Planning Commission recommended approval of two rezoning requests for industrial use, including a 38.92-acre tract on U.S. Hwy. 41 and a 38-acre tract on Trimble Hollow Rd., with associated buffer variances. Two other rezoning applications were withdrawn, and one was tabled to the August 9, 2021 meeting. The commission also approved a rezoning from C-C to R-1 for a .78-acre property on Fairmount Hwy.

• Approved rezoning #Z21-15 from C-C to R-1 for .78 acres at 4952 Fairmount Hwy. (3-0, Poole abstained)
• Granted variance #V21-12 reducing buffer to 50 feet on north side, west side kept at 50 feet, for 38.92 acres at 3092 U.S. Hwy. 41
• Approved rezoning #Z21-16 from A-1 to I-1 for 38.92 acres at 3092 U.S. Hwy. 41, with conditions
• Granted variance #V21-13 reducing buffer from 250 to 20 feet on north and east boundaries for 38 acres on Trimble Hollow Rd.
• Approved rezoning #Z21-18 from A-1 to I-2 for 38 acres on Trimble Hollow Rd.
• Tabled rezoning #Z21-13 to August 9, 2021 meeting
• Withdrawn: rezoning #Z21-10 (Dooley) and #Z21-14 (D&D Investment Properties)

Board of Commissioners

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting on July 6, 2021, approving two rezoning requests, a quitclaim deed, a rental agreement, and a reappointment. They also discussed a possible referendum on Sunday alcohol sales. The meeting included routine reports and recognitions.

• Approved rezoning Z21-11 for Devin Oesterle (111 acres, A-1 to Conditional Use for eight chicken houses)
• Approved rezoning Z21-12 for OWR, LLC (A-1 to I-2 Heavy Industrial)
• Approved quitclaim deed to Stanley Simpson and James Hobgood for 0.197 acres
• Approved rental agreement with State Properties Commission for Public Safety Facility
• Approved two three-way stop signs in Willow Haven Subdivision (HOA-funded)

The Board of Commissioners approved two rezoning requests: Devin Oesterle's request to rezone 111 acres from A-1 to Conditional Use for dry litter poultry operations, and OWR, LLC's request to rezone property from A-1 to I-2 Heavy Industrial. Both were approved unanimously. The board also approved a quitclaim deed, a rental agreement with the State Properties Commission, and stop signs in Willow Haven Subdivision.

• Approved rezoning for Devin Oesterle from A-1 to Conditional Use for poultry operations (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning for OWR, LLC from A-1 to I-2 Heavy Industrial (unanimous)
• Approved quitclaim deed to Stanley Simpson and James Hobgood for 0.197 acres (unanimous)
• Approved rental agreement with State Properties Commission for Public Safety Facility (unanimous)
• Approved HOA request for two three-way stop signs in Willow Haven Subdivision (unanimous)
• Re-appointed Jim Rosencrance to Library Board for three-year term ending 6/30/2024 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners held a hearing and voted to revoke the beer and wine license of Rainbow Corner at 4594 Dews Pond Road after testimony about multiple underage alcohol sales. The board also approved the FY 2021/2022 budget, accepted American Rescue Plan funds, and handled routine appointments and agreements.

• Revoked beer and wine license #2021-014 of Krupal B. Patel for Rainbow Corner at 4594 Dews Pond Road, Calhoun, effective immediately
• Approved FY 2021/2022 budget totaling $64,234,729, with $39,252,209 in the General Fund
• Approved budget amendment to receive $5,629,316.50 in American Rescue Plan Act funds
• Re-appointed Betty Ann Surdykowski to the Historic Preservation Commission for a three-year term ending 6/1/2024
• Approved the FY 2022 Public Defender agreement and the 2021/2022 paving list for all five districts

The Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to revoke the beer and wine license of Rainbow Corner at 4594 Dews Pond Road, Calhoun, held by Krupal B. Patel, effective immediately. The decision followed testimony from a sheriff's detective detailing multiple underage alcohol sales, including a controlled buy, and noted prior offenses. The board also approved the FY2021/2022 budget of $64,234,729, a budget amendment to accept $5,629,316.50 in American Rescue Plan funds, and several other routine items.

• Revoked the beer and wine license of Rainbow Corner (license #2021-014) held by Krupal B. Patel, effective immediately.
• Approved the FY2021/2022 Gordon County budget totaling $64,234,729, including a $39,252,209 General Fund.
• Approved a budget amendment to receive $5,629,316.50 in American Rescue Plan Act funds.
• Re-appointed Betty Ann Surdykowski to the Historic Preservation Commission for a three-year term ending 6/1/2024.
• Approved the annual Public Defender agreement for fiscal year 2022.
• Approved the 2021/2022 paving list covering all five commissioner districts.
• Approved the minutes from the June 1, 2021, work session and regular meeting.

Planning Commission

The Gordon County Planning Commission held a public hearing on June 14, 2021, to consider rezoning and variance requests. They approved a rezoning for 8 poultry houses, tabled two other requests (one for a large poultry operation and one for industrial rezoning), and granted a buffer variance. Recommendations go to the Board of Commissioners.

• Approved rezoning #Z21-11: 111 acres at Hightower Loop and Jim Tom Road, Ranger, from A-1 to Conditional Use for 8 poultry houses
• Tabled #Z21-14: 133 acres at Gardner Springs Road, Adairsville, from A-1 to I-1 until July 12, 2021
• Approved variance #V21-11: reduce buffer from 250 ft to 20 ft on 48.51 acres on U.S. Hwy 41 South, Adairsville
• Approved rezoning #Z21-12: same property from A-1 to I-2
• Tabled #Z21-13: 577.17 acres on Evergreen Road, Resaca, for 24 broiler houses; environmental and historical studies required

The Gordon County Planning Commission approved a rezoning request for 8 poultry houses, recommended a separate industrial rezoning, and tabled two other requests. The commission voted to approve rezoning application #Z21-11 for a 111-acre tract to Conditional Use for 8 poultry houses, sending the recommendation to the Board of Commissioners. They also approved a variance and rezoning for a 48.51-acre tract to I-2, and tabled two other applications until the July 12 meeting.

• Approved rezoning #Z21-11 (A-1 to Conditional Use) for 8 poultry houses on 111 acres; recommendation sent to Board of Commissioners
• Approved variance #V21-11 reducing buffer from 250 to 20 feet on all boundaries of a 48.51-acre tract
• Approved rezoning #Z21-12 (A-1 to I-2) for the same 48.51-acre tract; recommendation sent to Board of Commissioners
• Tabled rezoning #Z21-14 (A-1 to I-1) for 133 acres until July 12, 2021
• Tabled rezoning #Z21-13 (A-1 to Conditional Use) for 577.17 acres until July 12, 2021, pending environmental and historical studies
• Approved minutes of the May 10, 2021 meeting as written

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission approved a rezoning request for a convenience store at Highway 225 and Newtown Church Road within the Echota Historic Overlay district. Members also voted to retain current officers and decided to remove Georgia Alliance Preservation Commission membership from future agendas.

• Rezoning of Highway 225 @ Newtown Church Road for a convenience store
• Approval of current officers: Kenny Padgett (Chairman) and Betty Ann Surdykowski (Vice Chairman)
• Removal of Georgia Alliance Preservation Commission membership from future agendas

The Gordon County Historic Preservation Commission approved a proposed rezoning for a convenience store at Highway 225 @ Newtown Church Road, within the Echota Historic Overlay district, with the stipulation that it meets all ULDC guidelines. The commission also removed Georgia Alliance Preservation Commission membership from future agendas due to no response, and kept current officers. Minutes from March 1, 2021 were approved with a correction.

• Approved amended March 1, 2021 minutes (all voted aye)
• Removed Georgia Alliance Preservation Commission membership from future agendas (all voted aye)
• Approved rezoning for convenience store at Highway 225 @ Newtown Church Road with ULDC stipulation (all voted aye)
• Retained current officers: Chairman Kenny Padgett, Vice Chairman Betty Ann Surdykowski (all voted aye)

Board of Commissioners

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting on June 1, 2021, where they approved the FY 2021/2022 budget after a public hearing with no speakers. They also approved several administrative items, including zoning changes, appointments, surplus declarations, a courthouse plan modification, and a contract for American Relief Plan funds administration.

• Public hearing for FY 2021/2022 budget held; no public speakers
• Vacated zoning on Application #Z20-21, restoring property at Maplewood Drive and Hwy. 53 from C-G to A-1
• Re-appointed Larry Roye to Development Authority for four-year term ending 5/31/2025
• Approved City of Calhoun's appointment of David Scoggins to Development Authority
• Approved hiring Al Leonard as independent contractor at $175/hour for ARP funds administration

The Board of Commissioners held a public hearing for the FY 2021/2022 budget, with no speakers, and closed it. They approved several items, including vacating a zoning change on Application #Z20-21 (restoring A-1), re-appointing Larry Roye to the Development Authority, approving David Scoggins' appointment, appointing Christopher Craig to the Airport Authority, declaring surplus property, modifying courthouse plans, and hiring Al Leonard as an independent contractor for ARP funds administration.

• Vacated zoning on Application #Z20-21, restoring A-1 (5-0)
• Re-appointed Larry Roye to Development Authority, term ending 5/31/2025 (5-0)
• Approved City of Calhoun's appointment of David Scoggins to Development Authority (5-0)
• Appointed Christopher Craig to Airport Authority, term ending 6/30/2024 (5-0)
• Declared Sheriff's Department surplus property for auction (5-0)
• Declared Buildings & Grounds surplus property for auction (5-0)
• Approved courthouse plan modification and re-draw fee (5-0)
• Approved hiring Al Leonard as independent contractor for ARP funds (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners approved several rezoning requests, renewed the ambulance service agreement with Adventist Health System, awarded paving material bids, and approved a $142,800 emergency road repair on Harbor Road. They also received the recommended FY 2021/2022 budget and scheduled a public hearing for June 1.

• Approved rezoning Z21-06 (Robert Burton) from A-1 to R-6 for 3 tracts with mobile homes
• Approved rezoning Z21-07 (Cody & Belinda West) from A-1 to R-1
• Tabled rezoning Z21-08 (Paul Dao) for conditional use for chicken houses
• Approved third amendment to Ambulance Service Agreement with Adventist Health System
• Approved $142,800 road repair contract with Contech Engineered Solutions for Harbor Road

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners approved three rezoning applications, tabled one, and renewed the ambulance service agreement with Adventist Health System. They also approved the Prosecuting Attorneys' Council contract, paving material bids, and a road repair contract for Harbor Road. The recommended FY 2021/2022 budget was presented for review with a public hearing scheduled for June 1.

• Approved rezoning #Z21-06 (Burton) from A-1 to R-6 for 3 tracts with 2 driveways (3-0)
• Approved rezoning #Z21-07 (West) from A-1 to R-1 (3-0)
• Tabled rezoning #Z21-08 (Dao) for conditional use for chicken houses to verify information (3-0)
• Approved rezoning #Z21-09 (Conaway) from A-1 to R-1 (3-0)
• Approved third amendment to Ambulance Service Agreement with Adventist Health System (3-0)
• Approved Prosecuting Attorneys' Council contract and authorizing resolution (3-0)
• Approved bid awards for paving materials as read (3-0)
• Approved $142,800 quotation from Contech Engineered Solutions for Harbor Road repair (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Gordon County Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted on four rezoning and variance requests. All were approved and sent to the Board of Commissioners for final decisions. One rezoning for poultry houses passed with a 2-1 vote.

• Rezoning #Z21-06: 2.90 acres at 10997 Fairmount Hwy from A-1 to R-6 for three mobile homes
• Variance #V21-09: reduce road frontage from 75 ft to easement drive at 268 W. Kinman Road
• Rezoning #Z21-07: 1 acre at 268 W. Kinman Road from A-1 to R-1
• Rezoning #Z21-08: 140 acres at 1680 Mount Olive Church Road to Conditional Use for 4 poultry houses (2-1 vote)
• Rezoning #Z21-09: 1.34 acres at 251 McCreary Road from A-1 to R-1

The Gordon County Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted on four rezoning applications and one variance request. All four rezoning requests were recommended for approval to the Board of Commissioners, including a conditional use for poultry houses that passed 2-1. The variance for a road frontage reduction was granted.

• Approved rezoning #Z21-06 (Robert Burton) from A-1 to R-6 for 2.90 acres at 10997 Fairmount Hwy (unanimous)
• Granted variance #V21-09 (Cody M. & Belinda West) to reduce road frontage to an easement drive (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning #Z21-07 (Cody M. & Belinda West) from A-1 to R-1 for 1 acre at 268 W. Kinman Road (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning #Z21-08 (Paul Dao/Spring Bank, LLC) from A-1 to Conditional Use for 4 poultry houses at 1680 Mount Olive Church Road (2-1)
• Approved rezoning #Z21-09 (Jerry Conaway) from A-1 to R-1 for 1.34 acres at 251 McCreary Road (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners approved several contracts and appointments, including an AT&T phone contract saving $2,300 monthly, a $12,250 archaeological survey for Brookshire Park, a $49,000 emergency radio system agreement with Dalton Communications, and declared Harbor Road bridge replacement an emergency to expedite bidding. They also filled a vacant position at Voter Registration and approved a United Way grant application.

• AT&T contract for off-contract phone lines, saving $2,300/month
• Phase 1 archaeological survey for Brookshire Park, $12,250
• Agreement with Dalton Communications for emergency radio system, $49,000 plus $13,000/year maintenance
• Harbor Road bridge replacement declared emergency, estimated $100,000-$200,000
• Re-appointments to Northwest Georgia Library Board and Region One EMS

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners approved several contracts and appointments, including an AT&T phone line contract saving $2,300/month, a $12,250 archaeological survey for Brookshire Park, an emergency radio system agreement with Dalton Communications, and a declaration of emergency for the Harbor Road bridge replacement. They also re-appointed Jim Rosencrance to the library board and Bud Owens to Region One EMS, and approved filling a vacant position at Voter Registration.

• Approved AT&T contract for off-contract phone lines (unanimous)
• Approved $12,250 Phase 1 archaeological survey for Brookshire Park (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Dalton Communications for emergency radio system (unanimous)
• Declared Harbor Road bridge replacement an emergency project (unanimous)
• Re-appointed Jim Rosencrance to Northwest Georgia Library Board (unanimous)
• Re-appointed Bud Owens to Region One EMS (Owens abstained)
• Approved filling vacant position at Voter Registration & Elections (unanimous)
• Approved Recreation Department application for United Way grant (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting where they approved a rezoning request to allow a self-storage facility and passed a resolution to open an account for American Rescue Plan Act funds. The meeting included a public hearing for the rezoning, which had no speakers for or against. The board also approved the previous meeting's minutes and received reports from commissioners.

• Approved rezoning application #Z21-05 for Devin Oesterle from A-1 to CG General Commercial for a self-storage facility on Shope Lake Road
• Approved resolution to open an account at Georgia Fund One to receive American Rescue Plan Act funding
• Approved minutes from April 13, 2021 work session and regular meeting
• Commissioner Potts reported thanks from fire, sheriff, and city police for radio system decision
• Commissioner Steward reported on Annex construction progress with contractor Momon Construction

The Board of Commissioners approved rezoning application #Z21-05, allowing Devin Oesterle to change property on Shope Lake Road from A-1 to CG General Commercial for a self-storage facility. They also approved a resolution to open an account at Georgia Fund One to receive American Rescue Plan Act funding. The meeting was brief, with no unfinished business and no public comments on the rezoning.

• Approved rezoning #Z21-05 for Devin Oesterle (4-0)
• Approved resolution to open Georgia Fund One account for ARPA funds (4-0)
• Approved minutes of April 13, 2021 work session and regular meeting (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners approved establishing an Associate Judge position for Probate Court, declared surplus property including a radar unit donated to Adairsville Police and a 1995 Chevrolet K1500 for auction, accepted a Firehouse Subs grant for two Lucas chest compression systems, awarded a radio system managed service contract to Dalton Communications, and approved hiring a Meals on Wheels driver. The ambulance service agreement renewal was tabled to May 4, 2021.

• Approved Associate Judge position for Probate Court, funded in upcoming fiscal year budget
• Declared surplus radar unit to donate to Adairsville Police Department
• Declared surplus 1995 Chevrolet K1500 (VIN#1GNFK16K9SJ310025) for auction, proceeds to Sheriff's Asset Forfeiture Account
• Accepted Firehouse Subs grant for two Lucas Chest Compression Systems with power supplies
• Awarded radio system managed service contract to Dalton Communications

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners approved establishing an Associate Judge position for Probate Court, declared surplus property for the Sheriff's Department (including a radar unit to donate to Adairsville PD and a 1995 Chevrolet K1500 for auction), accepted a Firehouse Subs grant for two Lucas chest compression systems, awarded a radio system managed service contract to Dalton Communications, and approved hiring a Meals on Wheels driver. The ambulance service agreement renewal was tabled until May 4, 2021.

• Approved Associate Judge position for Probate Court (4-0)
• Declared radar unit surplus to donate to Adairsville Police Department (4-0)
• Declared 1995 Chevrolet K1500 surplus with proceeds to Sheriff's Asset Forfeiture Account (4-0)
• Tabled ambulance service agreement renewal until May 4, 2021 (4-0)
• Accepted Firehouse Subs grant for two Lucas chest compression systems (4-0)
• Awarded radio system managed service contract to Dalton Communications (4-0)
• Approved hiring Meals on Wheels driver at Senior Center (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Gordon County Planning Commission held a public hearing on April 12, 2021, to consider variance and rezoning requests. They approved four variances for residential and commercial projects, and recommended approval of one rezoning to the Board of Commissioners. Two applications were tabled to the May 10, 2021 meeting.

• Approved variance #V21-04 for Anthony Bolick/Vickie Smith to reduce front setback to 25 ft from centerline on .93-acre tract at 327 Paladin Dr., Ranger
• Approved variance #V21-05 for Corey Causby to build 3,400 sq ft metal building (1,400 sq ft variance) on 3-acre tract at 293 McCreary Road, Calhoun
• Approved variance #V21-06 for Doug Rowland to reduce front setback to 25 ft from centerline on 2.80-acre tract at 983 Raccoon Ridge, Ranger, conditioned on soil tests
• Approved variance #V21-07 for Russell & Sharon Bennett for 15-ft side setback variance on 2.74-acre tract at 920 Liberty Rd., Calhoun
• Recommended approval of rezoning #Z21-05 for Devin Oesterle/Regan Stone from A-1 to C-G for storage units on 3.79-acre tract at Shope Lake Road and Hwy. 53, Calhoun

The Gordon County Planning Commission approved four variance requests and recommended a rezoning to the Board of Commissioners. Two items were tabled to the May 10, 2021 meeting. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved variance #V21-04 for Anthony Bolick/Vickie Smith to reduce front setback to 25 ft from centerline at 327 Paladin Dr. (5-0)
• Approved variance #V21-05 for Corey Causby to build 3,400 sq ft metal structure with 1,400 sq ft variance at 293 McCreary Rd. (5-0)
• Approved variance #V21-06 for Doug Rowland to reduce front setback to 25 ft from centerline at 983 Raccoon Ridge, conditioned on soil tests (5-0)
• Approved variance #V21-07 for Russell & Sharon Bennett for 15 ft side setback variance at 920 Liberty Rd. (5-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning #Z21-05 from A-1 to C-G for storage units at Shope Lake Rd. & Hwy 53 (5-0)
• Tabled variance #V21-08 for Gordon County Veterans, Inc. until May 10, 2021 (5-0)
• Tabled rezoning #Z21-06 for Robert Burton until May 10, 2021 (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting on March 16, 2021, approving two rezoning applications, a pipe pricing increase, road renaming, appointments, and a budget amendment for sheriff's body cameras. All votes were unanimous except one abstention.

• Rezoned 1.05 acres from A-1 to R-1 for Richard Barry Gilbert to rebuild a house
• Rezoned property from A-1 to R-6 for Pinnacle RE Holdings to subdivide into 4 lots for mobile homes
• Approved pipe pricing increase due to rising construction material costs
• Approved renaming portions of State Route 53, including 'Old Union Grove Road'
• Approved budget amendment under $60,000 for sheriff's body cameras and Watchguard storage

The Board approved two rezoning applications, a pipe pricing increase, renaming portions of State Route 53, a library board appointment, a sheriff's budget amendment for body cameras, and a family services board appointment. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention.

• Approved rezoning application #Z21-03 (Richard Barry Gilbert) from A-1 to R-1 for 1.05 acres.
• Approved rezoning application #Z21-04 (Pinnacle RE Holdings, LLC) from A-1 to R-6 for 4 lots with mobile homes.
• Approved pipe pricing increase for construction materials.
• Approved renaming portions of State Route 53, including designating a cul-de-sac as Old Union Grove Road.
• Appointed Cawood Cornelius to the Gordon County Library Board for a term expiring June 30, 2024.
• Approved budget amendment for Sheriff's Department body cameras and Watchguard storage (under $60,000).
• Appointed Steve Bayzid to the Board of Family and Children Services for an unexpired term ending 2/28/2022, with Commissioner Potts as liaison (abstained).

Planning Commission

The Gordon County Planning Commission held a public hearing to consider zoning changes and variances. The commission approved a variance for 135 Manning Dr. and recommended two rezoning applications to the Board of Commissioners.

• Approved variance #V21-03 for 135 Manning Dr., Plainville, to allow access via an existing easement
• Recommended approval of rezoning #Z21-03 from A-1 to R-1 for 135 Manning Dr.
• Recommended approval of rezoning #Z21-04 from A-1 to R-6 for 10881 Fairmount Hwy., Fairmount
• Approved February 8, 2021, meeting minutes

The Gordon County Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted unanimously to approve a variance and rezoning for a property on Manning Dr., and a rezoning for a tract on Fairmount Hwy. Both rezoning recommendations were sent to the Board of Commissioners for final action. The minutes from the previous meeting were also approved.

• Approved variance #V21-03 for 135 Manning Dr. to allow access via existing 15-foot easement (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning #Z21-03 for 135 Manning Dr. from A-1 to R-1 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning #Z21-04 for 10881 Fairmount Hwy. from A-1 to R-6 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from February 8, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved closing documents to purchase 2.33 acres at Liberty Road and Rome Road. The Board also adopted three contracts for pre-event debris removal service providers.

• Approval of closing documents to purchase two and a third acres at Liberty Road and Rome Road
• Adoption of three contracts with Southern Disaster Recovery, KDF Enterprises, and Ceres Environmental
• Approval of hiring two replacement trainees for the E-911 Department
• Approval of Resaca Church of God request to use Resaca Battlefield for Easter Sunrise Service

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners approved hiring two replacement E-911 trainees, the purchase of 2.33 acres at Liberty Road and Rome Road, and contracts with three pre-event debris removal vendors. They also approved the Resaca Church of God's use of the Resaca Battlefield for an Easter Sunrise Service. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved hiring two replacement E-911 trainees.
• Approved closing documents to purchase 2.33 acres at Liberty Road and Rome Road and authorized the Board Chair to sign.
• Approved contracts with Southern Disaster Recovery, KDF Enterprises, and Ceres Environmental as pre-event debris removal service providers.
• Approved Resaca Church of God's use of Resaca Battlefield for an Easter Sunrise Service on April 4, 2021.
• Approved the minutes from the February 23, 2021 Work Session and Regular Meeting.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission discussed security issues at Civil War Parks and the status of Chitwood Farm. The body also voted on leadership roles and membership in a state preservation alliance.

• Approved $30.00 yearly membership fee for the Georgia Alliance of Preservation Commission
• Approved Resaca Church of God to host Easter Sunrise Service at Resaca Battlefield Park
• Confirmed Kenny Padgett as Chairman and Betty Ann Surdykowski as Vice Chairman
• Noted Battle of Resaca Reenactment scheduled for May 14–15, 2021
• Reported theft of county-owned surveillance cameras from Civil War Parks

The Gordon County Historic Preservation Commission approved a motion allowing Resaca Church of God to host an Easter Sunrise Service at Resaca Battlefield Park, with the chairman to compose a letter to the Board of Commissioners for approval. The commission also voted to join the Georgia Alliance of Preservation Commission, with annual fees of $30.00, and reappointed Kenny Padgett as Chairman and Betty Ann Surdykowski as Vice Chairman. Minutes from March 2, 2020, were approved unanimously.

• Approved minutes from March 2, 2020, unanimously.
• Approved motion for Kenny Padgett to remain Chairman and Betty Ann Surdykowski to remain Vice Chairman.
• Approved Resaca Church of God hosting Easter Sunrise Service at Resaca Battlefield Park; letter to Board of Commissioners to be composed.
• Approved joining the Georgia Alliance of Preservation Commission; application to be processed.
• Noted Gordon County Board of Commissioners approved Kenny Padgett and David Mitchell to another HPC term ending June 1, 2023.
• Noted Betty Ann Surdykowski's term ends June 1, 2021; she seeks reappointment.
• Discussed future involvement with planning the 175th Anniversary of Gordon County in 2025.
• Adjourned meeting at approximately 5:39 p.m.

Board of Commissioners

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners approved three rezoning requests for industrial development, including a large Thor Equities project, and made a minor code correction. The board also reappointed two members to the Historic Preservation Commission. The meeting included a public hearing where residents raised concerns about the Thor project's impact on property values and the environment.

• Approved rezoning of 24.3 acres (Z20-15) and 33.2 acres (Z20-20) for OWR, LLC, from A-1 to I-2, with road improvements to Trimble Hollow Road at applicant's expense.
• Approved rezoning of 115 acres (Z21-02) for Thor Equities from A-1 to I-1, with conditions including a 100-foot buffer and 15-18 ft. berm where feasible.
• Approved rezoning of Tina Escalante's property (Z21-01) from A-1 to RA-1 for a new house.
• Approved amendment to ULDC Code Section 6.03.03 to correct fire hydrant hose outlet requirement.
• Reappointed Ken Padgett and David Mitchell to the Historic Preservation Commission for terms ending June 1, 2023.

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners approved three rezoning requests: OWR, LLC for two properties (24.3 and 33.2 acres) from A-1 to I-2, and Thor Equities for 115 acres from A-1 to I-1. All approvals included conditions such as road improvements, utility costs borne by applicants, and adherence to DRI report findings. The board also approved a minor code amendment and reappointed two members to the Historic Preservation Commission.

• Approved OWR, LLC rezoning (Z20-15) for 24.3 acres from A-1 to I-2, requiring Trimble Hollow Road improvements at applicant's expense before certificate of occupancy.
• Approved OWR, LLC rezoning (Z20-20) for 33.2 acres from A-1 to I-2, with all utilities and improvements at applicant's expense and DRI report compliance.
• Approved Tina Escalante's rezoning (Z21-01) from A-1 to RA-1 for a new house.
• Approved Thor Equities rezoning (Z21-02) for 115 acres from A-1 to I-1, with conditions including a 100-foot buffer with 15-18 ft berm where feasible, and exploring driveway relocation subject to GDOT approval.
• Approved amendment to ULDC Code Section 6.03.03 correcting fire hydrant outlet specification.
• Reappointed Ken Padgett and David Mitchell to the Historic Preservation Commission for terms ending June 1, 2023.

Planning Commission

The Gordon County Planning Commission held a public hearing on two variance and rezoning requests. They approved a variance and rezoning for a residential property on Timms Loop, and approved a variance and rezoning for a large industrial development on Highway 41 South, Adairsville, despite opposition from neighbors. Recommendations were sent to the Board of Commissioners.

• Approved variance and rezoning (A-1 to RA-1) for 8.14 acres at 152 Timms Loop, Calhoun
• Approved variance reducing I-1 buffer from 100 ft to 20 ft on 84 acres of a 115-acre tract on Highway 41 South
• Approved rezoning (A-1 to I-1) for entire 115-acre tract for a ~1 million sq ft spec building
• Variance for Thor Equities passed 3-2; rezoning passed unanimously
• Opposition from neighbors cited runoff, noise, pollution, traffic, and property values

Board of Commissioners

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting, approving minutes, two appointments, and a hazard mitigation grant agreement. The board appointed Commissioner Bruce Potts to the Board of Health and Donna Reeve to the Board of Tax Assessors. They also approved an agreement with the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency for emergency warning signs, with a county share of $6,112.50 out of a total cost of $40,750.00.

• Appointed Commissioner Bruce Potts to the Gordon County Board of Health for the CEO designated position.
• Appointed Donna Reeve to the Board of Tax Assessors to fill Lamar Ray's unexpired term ending June 30, 2025.
• Approved Hazard Mitigation Assistance Agreement with GEMA/HS for emergency warning signs, total cost $40,750.00, county share $6,112.50.

The Board of Commissioners approved three appointments and agreements: Bruce Potts to the Gordon County Board of Health, Donna Reeve to the Board of Tax Assessors, and a Hazard Mitigation Assistance Agreement with GEMA for emergency warning signs. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved appointment of Bruce Potts to Board of Health (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Donna Reeve to Board of Tax Assessors (unanimous)
• Approved Hazard Mitigation Assistance Agreement with GEMA (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners approved several budget amendments, including transferring $79,000 to professional services for a new ADP payroll contract, renting the Gem Theater for courtroom use ($4,800), and funding a new elections facility at 408 Court Street ($50,000). They also declared surplus property, discussed safety concerns at a state highway intersection with DOT representatives, and approved vendor agreements for debris removal and telecommunications.

• Budget amendment transferring $79,000 to professional services for ADP payroll contract
• Budget amendment for $4,800 to rent Gem Theater for courtroom use
• Budget amendment for $50,000 to fund new elections space at 408 Court Street
• Lease agreement with Chan S. Yap for elections facility (5,500 sq ft, 36 months)
• Discussion with DOT about safety at South Calhoun Bypass and Highway 53 East

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners approved a budget amendment transferring $79,000 from a payroll clerk position to professional services, and subsequently approved a $69,719.50 per year ADP payroll services agreement with $8,975 setup fees. The board also approved several other budget amendments and agreements, including renting the Gem Theater for courtroom use, leasing a new elections facility at 408 Court Street, and approving debris removal vendors.

• Approved budget amendment transferring $79,000 to professional services (3-0)
• Approved budget amendment for Gem Theater courtroom rent, $4,800 (3-0)
• Approved budget amendment for new elections space, $50,000 from fund balance (3-0)
• Approved declaration of surplus property for Sheriff's Department equipment (3-0)
• Approved ADP Services Agreement for payroll, $69,719.50/year plus $8,975 setup (3-0)
• Approved lease agreement with Chan S. Yap for elections facility, 5,500 sq ft, 36 months (3-0)
• Approved Gem Theater space rental agreement for courtroom use (3-0)
• Approved Calnet telecommunications services agreements for elections facility (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting, electing officers and approving routine items. The main action was tabling a rezoning request for a large warehouse project on U.S. Highway 41 South in Adairsville, pending a determination by the Regional Commission on whether it qualifies as a development of regional impact. The board also approved two other rezoning requests and several administrative items.

• Tabled OWR, LLC rezoning (Z20-20) from A-1 to I-2 for 33.20 acres on U.S. Highway 41 South, Adairsville, pending Regional Commission review
• Approved Allen & Christa Bowen rezoning (Z20-19) from A-1 to R-1 for one acre
• Approved CHL Capital Group rezoning (Z20-21) from A-1 to C-G at Highway 53 and Maplewood for mini storage
• Declared K9 Erros surplus property, custody to handler Deputy Dale Pullen
• Designated Gem Theater and 201 North Wall Street conference room as courtrooms as needed