Gordon County public meetings in 2022

Board of Commissioners

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss regular meeting items, followed by a regular session that includes public hearings on four rezoning applications. The board will also consider a second reading of an alcohol beverage ordinance and approve budget amendments for multiple funds.

• Public hearing for Ron Vail's request to rezone from A-1 to I-2
• Public hearing for Paul Svihla's requests to rezone from A-1 to RA-1 and from A-1 to R-6
• Public hearing for Thuy Truong's request to rezone from A-1 to Conditional Use
• Public hearing for John Richardson's request to rezone from A-1 to RA-1
• Second reading of Malt Beverage, Wine, Liquor Ordinance

The Board approved three rezoning requests, including a $50M+ natural gas extraction facility, while denying a request to add chicken houses on Goat Road. The Board also approved budget amendments for multiple funds and updated the Malt Beverage, Wine Liquor Ordinance to allow Sunday sales.

• Approved Application #Z22-22 to rezone 19.79 acres from A-1 to I-2 for a natural gas facility (4-0)
• Approved Application #Z22-24 and #Z22-25 to rezone 4.23 acres from A-1 to RA-1 and R-6 (4-0)
• Denied Application #Z22-26 to rezone 35 acres from A-1 to Conditional Use for three new chicken houses (4-0)
• Approved Application #22-28 to rezone 2.039 acres from A-1 to RA-1 (4-0)
• Approved changes to Malt Beverage, Wine Liquor Ordinance allowing Sunday sales from 12:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. (3-1)
• Approved budget amendments for General, Fire, American Rescue Plan, Condemnation, Hotel Motel Tax, and Jail funds (4-0)
• Approved 2023 Renewal and New Applications for Malt Beverage, Wine, Liquor (3-1)
• Approved meeting minutes from December 6, 2022 (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Gordon County Planning Commission voted on several rezoning and variance requests. The most notable item was a recommendation to deny a request to add three chicken houses on Goat Road, after neighbors raised concerns about air quality and health hazards. The commission also approved a variance and rezoning for a landfill renewable natural gas plant near Ranger, and several other rezoning requests for residential use.

• Denial recommended for 3 additional chicken houses on 35 acres at 835 Goat Road, Resaca (Z22-26)
• Variance and rezoning approved for a landfill renewable natural gas plant on 19.97 acres on Pleasant Hill Extension, Ranger (V22-17, Z22-22)
• Rezoning approved for a 4.23-acre tract from A-1 to RA-1 and a 0.99-acre tract from A-1 to R-6 at 549 Cornelison Road, Rydal (Z22-24, Z22-25)
• Variance granted for a 15-foot setback reduction on a 0.47-acre lot on Rips Road (V22-18)
• Variance granted for reduced side and rear setbacks on a 0.78-acre lot at 246 Williams Way, S.W. (V22-19)

The Commission recommended the denial of a rezoning request for additional chicken houses at 835 Goat Road. It recommended approval for three other rezoning requests and granted three variance applications.

• Granted variance #V22-17 to reduce buffer requirements to zero feet (All aye)
• Recommended approval of rezoning #Z22-22 from A-1 to I-2 for a natural gas plant (All aye)
• Recommended approval of rezoning #Z22-24 from A-1 to RA-1 for a new home (All aye)
• Recommended approval of rezoning #Z22-25 from A-1 to R-6 for a mobile home (All aye)
• Recommended denial of rezoning #Z22-26 from A-1 to Conditional Use for 3 chicken houses (All aye)
• Recommended approval of rezoning #Z22-28 from A-1 to RA-1 for a home (All aye)
• Granted variance #V22-18 for a 15-foot setback from R-O-W (All aye)
• Granted variance #V22-19 to reduce side and rear setbacks for a garage/apartment (All aye)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved four rezoning applications, including a change to general commercial for Sugar Valley, and held a first reading of an amendment to allow Sunday alcohol sales. They also reappointed members to the Board of Tax Assessors and Hospital Authority, and adopted the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Approved rezoning of Neftaly Ortiz property from A-1 to R-1 low density residential
• Approved rezoning of Wheelhouse Holdings from A-1 to Conditional Use
• Approved rezoning of Celia Hurd from A-1 to RA-1 Residential Agricultural
• Approved rezoning of Hibbymo Properties/Sugar Valley from A-1 to C-G General Commercial
• First reading of amendment to allow Sunday alcohol sales under Malt Beverage Wine and Liquor Ordinance

The Board of Commissioners approved four separate rezoning applications and the 2023 meeting schedule. The board also reappointed members to the Board of Tax Assessors and the Hospital Authority.

• Approved rezoning Application #Z22-19 from A-1 to R-1 with stipulations (3-0)
• Approved rezoning Application #Z22-20 from A-1 to Conditional Use (3-0)
• Approved rezoning Application #Z22-21 from A-1 to RA-1 (3-0)
• Approved rezoning Application #Z22-23 from A-1 to C-G (3-0)
• Approved 2023 Board of Commissioners meeting schedule (3-0)
• Approved reappointment of Stephanie Jones to Board of Tax Assessors for a six-year term (3-0)
• Approved reappointment of Nancy Nichols to Hospital Authority for a three-year term (3-0)
• Approved minutes from November 15, 2022 meeting (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting with mostly procedural items. They noted that a first reading of an amendment to the county's alcohol ordinance to allow Sunday sales (per voter referendum) will occur at the first December meeting, with a second reading at the second December meeting. The board also approved several routine requests and declarations of surplus property.

• First reading of amendment to Gordon County Code of Ordinance for Sunday alcohol sales set for December 2022
• Approved request to open Resaca Battlefield on November 17, 2022 for National Hiking Day
• Reappointed Dr. Joyave to the Gordon County Board of Health for a term ending December 31, 2028
• Declared surplus property from Public Works Department to be sold at auction
• Declared surplus property from Sheriff's Department including a 1996 Ford Explorer and 27 twelve-gauge shotguns to be sold or traded for replacement firearms

The Board of Commissioners approved a request to open the Resaca Battlefield for National Hiking Day and reappointed Dr. Joyave to the Board of Health. Additionally, the Board declared various equipment from the Public Works and Sheriff's departments as surplus for sale or trade.

• Approved opening Resaca Battlefield on November 17, 2022, for National Hiking Day
• Approved reappointment of Dr. Joyave to the Gordon County Board of Health through December 31, 2028
• Approved Declaration of Surplus Property for Public Works miscellaneous equipment to be sold at auction
• Approved Declaration of Surplus Property for Sheriff's Department 1996 Ford Explorer, 27 shotguns, and miscellaneous equipment
• Approved minutes for November 1, 2022, meetings

Planning Commission

The Gordon County Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted on five rezoning and one variance application. All items were approved and forwarded to the Board of Commissioners for final decisions.

• Approved rezoning of 2.04 acres at 1215 Highway 41, North from A-1 to R-1, subject to Environmental Health issues
• Approved rezoning of 11.43 acres at 2777 Nickelsville Road, Resaca from A-1 to Conditional Use for a wedding venue and barn renovation
• Approved rezoning of 8.24 acres at 3585 Red Bud Road from A-1 to RA-1 for subdivision
• Granted variance to allow rebuilding 7 chicken houses 135 feet from property line on 61.15 acres at 149 S. Airport Circle, NW, Resaca, over opposition from neighbors
• Approved rezoning of 2.07 acres at 2873 Sugar Valley Rd, Sugar Valley from A-1 to C-G for a 10,640 sq ft Dollar General store, over opposition from a neighbor

The Planning Commission recommended four rezoning requests for approval to the Board of Commissioners. The commission also granted a variance for the construction of chicken houses in Resaca.

• Recommended approval of rezoning #Z22-19 (1215 Highway 41, North) from A-1 to R-1 (All aye)
• Recommended approval of rezoning #Z22-20 (2777 Nickelsville Road, Resaca) from A-1 to Conditional Use (All aye)
• Recommended approval of rezoning #Z22-21 (3585 Red Bud Road) from A-1 to RA-1 (All aye)
• Granted variance #V22-16 (149 S. Airport Circle, NW, Resaca) to rebuild 7 chicken houses 135 feet from property line (All aye)
• Recommended approval of rezoning #Z22-23 (2873 Sugar Valley Rd) from A-1 to C-G for a Dollar General Store (All aye)
• Approved minutes from October 17, 2022 (All aye)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Gordon County Historic Preservation Commission discussed ongoing projects, including support for listing the Oostanaula School on the National Register, repairs to the Soldier's Memorial Arch, and approved opening Resaca Battlefield Park for National Hiking Day. The meeting also covered updates on local historic sites and the county's comprehensive plan survey.

• Approved opening Resaca Battlefield Park on Nov 17, 2022 for National Hiking Day
• Discussed supporting Oostanaula School's National Register nomination
• Noted repairs needed for Soldier's Memorial Arch (Hwy 225 & Hwy 41) and Sequoyah statue
• Mentioned upcoming Historical Society meeting on Nov 17, 2022 at the Depot
• State HPC moved to Georgia Department of Community Affairs

The Commission approved a request from the Chamber of Commerce to open Resaca Battlefield Park on November 17, 2022. The meeting also included reports on park renovations and the status of the Town of Resaca’s Civil War Museum.

• Approved June 6, 2022 meeting minutes (All aye)
• Approved request to open Resaca Battlefield Park on November 17, 2022 for National Hiking Day (All aye)

Board of Commissioners

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners approved two rezoning requests, a new fire department fee schedule, and a resolution authorizing the finance director to invest county funds in higher-yield accounts. The board also reappointed two members to the Historic Preservation Commission.

• Approved rezoning Z22-17: Charles & Connie Mauro from A-1 to R-2 low density residential
• Approved rezoning Z22-18: CHI Acquisitions, L.P. from A-1 to I-1 light industrial, contingent on title transfer
• Approved Gordon County Fire Department Fee Schedule
• Passed Resolution of Authority for Finance Director Andrea Bramlett to invest county funds in higher-yield accounts
• Reappointed James Weaver and Jeff Henderson to Historic Preservation Commission for three-year terms ending 6/1/2025

The Board of Commissioners approved two rezoning applications for residential and industrial use. They also adopted a new fee schedule for the Gordon County Fire Department and authorized the Finance Director to move funds into higher-yielding interest accounts.

• Approved rezoning #Z22-17 from A-1 to R-2 low density residential (4-0)
• Approved rezoning #Z22-18 from A-1 to I-1 light industrial, contingent upon sale of property (4-0)
• Approved Gordon County Fire Department Fee Schedule (4-0)
• Approved Resolution of Authority for Finance Director Andrea Bramlett to invest County funds in higher yielding accounts (4-0)
• Approved re-appointment of James Weaver and Jeff Henderson to the Historic Preservation Commission for terms ending 6/1/2025 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from October 18, 2022 meeting (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners approved a contract with Beyond Identity for a software-as-a-service license to protect IT systems, and declared surplus IT property. The meeting also included reports from the county administrator and commissioners on various county operations.

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners approved a contract with Beyond Identity for a software-as-a-service license agreement to enhance network security, including protection for body cameras and future payroll systems. They also declared surplus IT property for scrapping. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved declaration of surplus property for IT Department (3-0)
• Approved contract with Beyond Identity for software-as-a-service license agreement (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Gordon County Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted on two rezoning requests and one variance. They recommended approval of a rezoning from A-1 to I-1 for a 90-acre tract at 448 Spring Hill Road and Old Dixie Hwy. in Adairsville for industrial development, and approved a variance and rezoning for a 1.74-acre tract at 146 Hammond Road in Calhoun to allow subdivision and a lot split. Both recommendations will go to the Board of County Commissioners for final action.

• Variance #V22-15: Approved reduction of county road frontage from 75 feet to 30 feet for a 1.74-acre tract at 146 Hammond Road, Calhoun, contingent on Environmental Health resolution.
• Rezoning #Z22-17: Approved recommendation to rezone the same 1.74-acre tract from A-1 to R-1, contingent on Environmental Health resolution.
• Rezoning #Z22-18: Approved recommendation to rezone a 90-acre tract at 448 Spring Hill Road and Old Dixie Hwy., Adairsville from A-1 to I-1 for industrial development, including one building, parking, and truck courts.
• Public comment: William Prueter opposed the industrial rezoning, citing threats to quality of life and air; Andy Bailie raised concerns about fire protection, flood zone, and lack of a DRI and traffic study.
• Applicant's attorney stated a DRI would be completed by the week of October 17, 2022, for the Board of Commissioners' review before the November 1, 2022 final hearing.

The Gordon County Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of two rezoning requests and one variance to the Board of Commissioners. A variance to reduce road frontage from 75 to 30 feet and a rezoning from A-1 to R-1 were approved for a 1.74-acre tract at 146 Hammond Road, Calhoun, contingent on Environmental Health resolution. A rezoning from A-1 to I-1 for a 90-acre tract at 448 Spring Hill Road and Old Dixie Hwy., Adairsville, was also recommended for approval. Minutes from the September 12, 2022 meeting were approved as written.

• Approved minutes of September 12, 2022 meeting as written.
• Approved variance #V22-15 for Charles & Connie Mauro to reduce county road frontage from 75 feet to 30 feet, contingent on Environmental Health resolution.
• Approved rezoning #Z22-17 for Charles & Connie Mauro from A-1 to R-1, contingent on Environmental Health resolution; recommendation sent to Board of Commissioners.
• Approved rezoning #Z22-18 for Oothcalooga RPTG TK LLC / CHI/Acquisitions, L.P. from A-1 to I-1; recommendation sent to Board of Commissioners.
• Adjourned meeting at 6:39 p.m.

Board of Commissioners

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners approved a contract for a tank gauge package and filled a vacancy on the Planning Commission. The board also authorized the appointment of a voting delegate for the 2023 ACCG Policy Agenda.

• Contract with United Pump and Controls, Inc. for a VeederRoot automatic tank gauge package for the Public Works Department
• Appointment of Thomas Hibberts to the Planning Commission for a term ending 12/31/2022
• Authorization for Keith King to appoint an ACCG Voting Delegate for the 2023 ACCG Policy Agenda

The Board of Commissioners approved a contract with United Pump and Controls, Inc. for a Veeder Root automatic tank gauge package for the Public Works Department, including added stipulations. They also appointed Thomas Hibberts to the Planning Commission for an unexpired term ending December 31, 2022, and authorized an ACCG voting delegate for online voting on the 2023 ACCG Policy Agenda.

• Approved contract with United Pump and Controls, Inc. for Veeder Root automatic tank gauge package for Public Works, with added stipulations.
• Appointed Thomas Hibberts to the Planning Commission for an unexpired term ending 12/31/2022.
• Authorized Keith King to appoint an ACCG voting delegate for online voting on the 2023 ACCG Policy Agenda.

Board of Commissioners

The Board held a public hearing and voted to maintain the millage rate at 9.515 mills for the 2022 tax levy. The meeting also included decisions on zoning requests and updates to the county building code.

• Approved 2022 tax levy at 9.515 mills
• Approved rezoning Application #Z22-14 to C-H highway commercial for Christina R. Jenkins
• Approved rezoning Application #Z22-15 to R-6 manufactured housing for 3.26 acres on Spring Hill Road
• Approved Code Amendment to the Building Code to adopt International Building and Residential codes
• Approved Georgia Power request for power easement to trim vegetation on Pittman Road in Ranger

The Board of Commissioners held a public hearing and then voted to keep the millage rate at 9.515 mills, the same as last year, which results in a property tax increase of 9.47% due to rising property values. They also approved two rezoning requests: one from A-1 to C-H highway commercial for a former service station, and another from A-1 to R-6 manufactured housing for workforce housing on Spring Hill Road. Additionally, the board adopted a code amendment updating building codes, established the 2022 tax levy, reappointed Robert Hughes to the DFCS Board, and granted Georgia Power an easement to trim vegetation on Pittman Road.

• Approved millage rate at 9.515 mills (4-0)
• Approved rezoning Z22-14 from A-1 to C-H with stipulations (4-0)
• Approved rezoning Z22-15 from A-1 to R-6 for manufactured housing (4-0)
• Approved code amendment updating building codes (4-0)
• Approved resolution establishing 2022 tax levy at 9.515 mills (4-0)
• Reappointed Robert Hughes to DFCS Board for five-year term (4-0)
• Approved Georgia Power easement to trim vegetation on Pittman Road (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Gordon County Planning Commission reviewed three rezoning applications. Two requests were recommended for approval and sent to the Board of Commissioners, while one was tabled until October 10, 2022.

• Approved rezoning of 0.44 acres at 1600 Sugar Valley Road from A-1 to C-H for an auto service station, with stipulations on vehicle storage and fencing
• Approved rezoning of 3.26 acres at 199 Spring Hill Road from A-1 to R-6 for two mobile homes for employee housing
• Tabled rezoning application #Z22-16 for a 111.97 acre tract on Miller Ferry Road and Shaw Road from A-1 to I-1 pending a regional impact report

The Gordon County Planning Commission voted to table a rezoning request for a 111.97-acre tract on Miller Ferry and Shaw Roads from A-1 to I-1 pending a Development of Regional Impact report. They approved a rezoning of a 0.44-acre lot at 1600 Sugar Valley Road from A-1 to C-H for an auto service station with stipulations against storing unregistered vehicles and requiring a buffer. They also approved a rezoning of a 3.26-acre lot at 199 Spring Hill Road from A-1 to R-6 for two mobile homes. All votes were unanimous.

• Tabled rezoning #Z22-16 (111.97 acres, A-1 to I-1) until October 10, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved rezoning #Z22-14 (0.44 acre, A-1 to C-H) with stipulations on vehicle storage and buffer (4-0)
• Approved rezoning #Z22-15 (3.26 acres, A-1 to R-6) for two mobile homes (4-0)
• Approved minutes of August 8, 2022 meeting (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting, approving a $149,859 budget amendment for the Clerk of Court, Finance, Juvenile Court, and Building & Planning departments. They also made appointments to the Public Facilities Authority and the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission, declared six sheriff's vehicles as surplus, and held a first reading of a Unified Land Development Code amendment. The meeting included a public hearing on the millage rate with no speakers.

• Approved $149,859 budget amendment: $42,400 for Clerk of Court software, $18,585 for Munis Accounting Software upgrade, $1,200 for Juvenile Court drug testing kits, and funding for a soil and erosion position in Building & Planning
• Appointed Chris Pierce and Richard Huie to the Gordon County Public Facilities Authority
• Appointed Flipper McDaniel to the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission for a one-year term
• Declared six sheriff's department vehicles as surplus (VINs 83511, 83504, 83421, 83506, 83498, 83501)
• First reading of Unified Land Development Code amendment to adopt Chapter One of the International Code Council codes

The Board approved a $149,859 budget amendment covering software upgrades for the Clerk of Court and Finance, drug testing kits for Juvenile Court, and a new soil and erosion position for Building & Planning. Two appointments to the Gordon County Public Facilities Authority (Chris Pierce and Richard Huie) and one to the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (Flipper McDaniel) were also approved. A first reading of a Unified Land Development Code amendment was presented, with a second reading scheduled for September 20, 2022. The Board declared six Sheriff's Department vehicles as surplus property.

• Approved $149,859 budget amendment for Clerk of Court, Finance, Juvenile Court, and Building & Planning (4-0)
• Appointed Chris Pierce and Richard Huie to Gordon County Public Facilities Authority (4-0)
• Appointed Flipper McDaniel to Northwest Georgia Regional Commission for one-year term (4-0)
• Declared six Sheriff's Department vehicles as surplus property (4-0)
• Presented first reading of Unified Land Development Code amendment; second reading set for September 20, 2022

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved a multi-year software agreement and a residential rezoning request. The body also authorized an appeal of state audit findings and filled several board appointments.

• Approved rezoning of a 2.2 acre tract on Pleasant Hill Road from A-1 to R-1 for Harry and Rosalind Borders
• Approved 3-year agreement with Daston Corporation for Google Workspace Enterprise at $149,000 per year
• Approved request from Board of Assessors to appeal sales ratio findings from State Department of Audits
• Appointed Penny Rickett to the Board of Assessors for a term ending 6/10/2025
• Declared a 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2001 Ford Truck as surplus property for auction

The Board of Commissioners approved a rezoning request from A-1 to R-1 for a 2.2-acre tract on Pleasant Hill Road in Ranger, allowing the owners to divide the parcel into two 1.1-acre lots for homesites. The board also approved several appointments, including Penny Rickett to the Board of Assessors and Matt Hibbert to the Development Authority, and authorized an appeal of the State's sales ratio findings. A 3-year agreement with Daston Corporation for Google Workspace Enterprise at $149,000 per year was approved, and two vehicles were declared surplus for auction.

• Approved rezoning of 2.2 acres on Pleasant Hill Road from A-1 to R-1 (4-0)
• Approved appeal of State Department of Audits sales ratio findings (4-0)
• Appointed Penny Rickett to Board of Assessors for unexpired term ending 6/10/2025 (4-0)
• Approved 3-year agreement with Daston Corporation for Google Workspace Enterprise at $149,000/year (4-0)
• Appointed Matt Hibbert to Development Authority for unexpired term ending 5/31/2025 (4-0)
• Re-appointed Jeff Henderson and James Weaver to Historic Preservation Commission for 3-year terms ending 6/1/2025 (4-0)
• Declared 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2001 Ford Truck as surplus property for auction (4-0)
• Appointed Jim Rosencrance to Gordon/Floyd Joint Development Authority for unexpired term ending 3/20/2024 (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission reviewed multiple variance and rezoning applications during its August 8, 2022 meeting. The body approved setback reductions for three tracts on Stirrat Road, a structure variance for Hall Memorial Road, and a rezoning for property on Pleasant Hill Road.

• Variance #V22-09, #V22-10, & #V22-11: Reduced setback from 40 feet to 20 feet at 1160, 1161, 1162 Stirrat Road, Ranger
• Variance #V22-13: Granted a 1,000 square foot variance for a metal structure at 775 Hall Memorial Road, Calhoun
• Rezoning #Z22-13: Approved rezoning of 2.2 acres on Pleasant Hill Road, Ranger from A-1 to R-1

The Gordon County Planning Commission approved all four variance requests and one rezoning request at its August 8, 2022 public hearing. Three variances were granted to Gregory Carender to reduce setbacks from 40 to 20 feet on three tracts at Stirrat Road, and one variance was granted to Cory Williams for a 1,000-square-foot metal structure. The commission also recommended approval of a rezoning from A-1 to R-1 for a 2.2-acre tract on Pleasant Hill Road, sending it to the Board of Commissioners.

• Approved variance V22-09 for Gregory Carender, reducing setback from 40 to 20 feet (unanimous)
• Approved variance V22-10 for Gregory Carender, reducing setback from 40 to 20 feet (unanimous)
• Approved variance V22-11 for Gregory Carender, reducing setback from 40 to 20 feet (unanimous)
• Approved variance V22-13 for Cory Williams, granting 1,000 sq ft variance for metal structure (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of rezoning Z22-13 for Harry F. & Rosalind Borders from A-1 to R-1 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved a budget amendment for employee retention payments and renewed several annual service contracts. The board also updated the distribution of Local Option Sales Tax (LOST) funds based on recent census data.

• Budget amendment of $116,281.13 for ARPA retention pay ($5,000 for eligible full-time and $2,500 for part-time employees)
• Contract renewal for HyperReach emergency notices at $12,000 per year
• Approval of LOST certificate of distribution for Calhoun, Fairmount, Resaca, and Plainville
• Annual agreement for 2023 Public Defender indigent defense services
• Agreements with outside agencies including County and City School Nurse, Arts Council, VAC, Prevent Child Abuse, and Winners Club

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners approved several routine items, including agreements with outside agencies, the LOST certificate of distribution, a contract renewal for HyperReach, the Public Defender agreement for 2023, and a budget amendment for ARPA retention pay. All motions passed unanimously with 4-0 votes. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved agreements with outside agencies (4-0)
• Approved LOST negotiations with updated percentages (4-0)
• Approved HyperReach contract renewal at $12,000/year, limited to Georgia (4-0)
• Approved Public Defender annual agreement for 2023 (4-0)
• Approved budget amendment of $116,281.13 for ARPA retention pay (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Gordon County Planning Commission met to hear requests for zoning changes and variances. The body recommended one rezoning for approval and granted two variances for property development.

• Approved rezoning application #Z22-11 for 1 acre at 903 Ryo Mtn. Road from A-1 to R-1
• Granted variance #V22-07 for 333 Packet Court to reduce ROW and side setbacks
• Granted variance #V22-08 for 2410 Boone Ford Road to reduce county road frontage

The Gordon County Planning Commission approved a rezoning request for 1 acre at 903 Ryo Mtn. Road from A-1 to R-1, and granted two variances for properties at 333 Packet Court and 2410 Boone Ford Road. All decisions were unanimous and sent to the Board of Commissioners or granted with a 30-day appeal period.

• Approved rezoning #Z22-11 for 1 acre at 903 Ryo Mtn. Road from A-1 to R-1 (5-0)
• Granted variance #V22-07 for 333 Packet Court to reduce ROW from 40 to 10-15 feet and side setback from 20 to 10 feet (5-0)
• Granted variance #V22-08 for 2410 Boone Ford Road to reduce county road frontage for two tracts (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners held a public hearing for the 2022/2023 budget and decided on several rezoning requests. The body also approved a construction agreement for the Senior Center and extended a lease for Human Services offices.

• Approved rezoning of 15 acres on Harris Beamer Road from A-1 to R-4 for approximately 120 townhomes with a vegetative buffer.
• Approved rezoning for Thor Equities, LLC from A-1 to I-1 on Trimble Hollow Road, contingent on the developer improving the road to industrial grade by October 31, 2022.
• Approved construction agreement with Momon Construction for Senior Center renovations including flooring, kitchen equipment, and HVAC.
• Approved a one-year lease extension with the State Properties Commission for Human Services Department offices (Jan 1, 2023 – Dec 31, 2023).
• Appointed Jessie Vaughn to the Airport Authority for a three-year term ending June 30, 2025.

The Board of Commissioners approved a rezoning request (Z22-08) for 15 acres on Harris Beamer Road to allow about 120 townhomes, with a vegetative buffer required. They also approved two rezoning applications (Z22-09 and Z22-10) for Thor Equities, contingent on the company improving Trimble Hollow Road at its own expense. Several other routine items were approved, including surplus property declarations and a construction agreement for the Senior Center renovation.

• Approved rezoning Z22-08 for 120 townhomes on Harris Beamer Road with vegetative buffer (4-0)
• Approved rezoning Z22-09 and Z22-10 for Thor Equities to I-1, requiring road improvements to Trimble Hollow Road at Thor's expense (4-0)
• Approved Georgia Fund I resolution to change designated representative to Andrea Bramlett (4-0)
• Declared surplus property for Fleet Management (4-0)
• Declared surplus property for Fire Department (4-0)
• Declared surplus property for Sheriff's Department (4-0)
• Approved construction agreement with Momon Construction for Senior Center renovation (4-0)
• Approved one-year lease extension with State Properties Commission for Human Services offices (4-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Gordon County Historic Preservation Commission held a regular meeting, approving minutes and discussing various preservation topics. The commission voted to recommend a request from Friends of Resaca to host a Civil War Relic Identification Day at Resaca Battlefield Historic Site, which will be forwarded to the Board of Commissioners for final approval. Other items included updates on parks, the Resaca Civil War Museum, and an interpretative sign request that was tabled.

• Approved request for Civil War Relic Identification Day on June 25, 2022, 9 am-12 pm at Resaca Battlefield Historic Site pavilion
• Tabled interpretative sign request for Resaca Battlefield Park pending discussion with County Administrator
• Noted concern about land grading at a cemetery on Highway 41 South
• Reported Fort Wayne Trail signs installed at all intersections
• Sons of Confederate Veterans National Reunion tour expected at Resaca Battlefield Park on July 21, 2022

The Gordon County Historic Preservation Commission recommended granting Friends of Resaca's request to host a Civil War Relic Identification Day on June 25, 2022, at the Resaca Battlefield Historic Site. The recommendation will be forwarded to the Board of Commissioners for final approval. The commission also approved the April 4, 2022 minutes and voted to keep current officers.

• Approved April 4, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended granting Friends of Resaca's request for Civil War Relic Identification Day on June 25, 2022 (unanimous)
• Kept current HPC officers: Kenny Padgett (Chairman) and Betty Ann Surdykowski (Vice Chairman) (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Gordon County Historic Preservation Commission met and approved minutes, discussed ongoing projects, and recommended a request from Friends of Resaca to host a Civil War Relic Identification Day on June 25, 2022. The recommendation will be forwarded to the Board of Commissioners for final approval. The commission also noted upcoming events and tabled a signage request.

• Recommended approval of Civil War Relic Identification Day, June 25, 2022, 9 am–12 pm, at Resaca Battlefield Historic Site pavilion
• Tabled interpretative sign request for Resaca Battlefield Park pending discussion with County Administrator
• Noted Fort Wayne Trail signs installed at all intersections
• Noted Sons of Confederate Veterans National Reunion tour visit to Resaca Battlefield Park on July 21, 2022
• Re-elected Kenny Padgett as Chairman and Betty Ann Surdykowski as Vice Chairman

The Gordon County Historic Preservation Commission voted to recommend granting Friends of Resaca's request to host a Civil War Relic Identification Day on June 25, 2022, at the Resaca Battlefield Historic Site. The recommendation will be forwarded to the Board of Commissioners for final approval. The commission also approved the April 4, 2022 minutes and voted to keep current officers.

• Approved April 4, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended granting Friends of Resaca's request for Civil War Relic Identification Day on June 25, 2022 (unanimous)
• Kept current HPC officers: Kenny Padgett (Chairman) and Betty Ann Surdykowski (Vice Chairman) (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting to address zoning requests and annual contracts. They approved two rezoning applications and a funding agreement for prosecuting services, while tabling one industrial rezoning request for further road improvement discussions.

• Approved rezoning Application #Z22-07 from A-1 to RA-1 for Joshua H. Turner
• Approved rezoning Application #Z22-08 from A-1 to R-4 for 120 townhome units on Harris Beamer Road
• Tabled rezoning Applications #Z22-09 and #Z22-10 for Thor Equities, LLC regarding Trimble Hollow Road
• Approved annual contract with Prosecuting Attorneys Council for $201,168
• Presented the recommended Fiscal Year 2022/2023 Gordon County Budget

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners approved two rezoning applications: Joshua H. Turner's request to rezone from A-1 to RA-1, and Mandy Gentry and Eric Greeson's request to rezone from A-1 to R-4 for townhomes on Harris Beamer Road. Two rezoning applications by Thor Equities, LLC (Z22-09 and Z22-10) were tabled to June 7, 2022, to allow Thor and OWR to work out road improvement costs. The board also approved the Prosecuting Attorneys Council contract extension for $201,168 and received the recommended FY2022/2023 budget.

• Approved rezoning application #Z22-07 (A-1 to RA-1) for Joshua H. Turner (5-0)
• Approved rezoning application #Z22-08 (A-1 to R-4) for Mandy Gentry and Eric Greeson (4-0)
• Tabled rezoning applications #Z22-09 and #Z22-10 (Thor Equities, LLC) to June 7, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved Prosecuting Attorneys Council contract extension for $201,168 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of May 3, 2022 work session and regular meeting (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission reviewed multiple applications for land use changes and buffer reductions. These include residential subdivisions, a townhome development in Calhoun, and industrial rezonings in Adairsville.

• Rezoning of 5.187 acres at 256 Freeman Road from A-1 to RA-1
• Rezoning of 15 acres at 883 Harris Beamer Road from A-1 to R-4 for townhome development
• Variance and rezoning of 1 acre on Trimble Hollow Road from A-1 to I-1
• Variance for a 35 acre tract at US Hwy 41 South and Trimble Hollow Road
• Variance and rezoning of property at 1383 and 2334 Trimble Hollow Road from A-1 to I-1

The Gordon County Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted to recommend approval of several rezoning and variance requests to the Board of Commissioners. These included a rezoning at 256 Freeman Road, a townhome development at 883 Harris Beamer Road, and multiple industrial rezoning and buffer variance requests on Trimble Hollow Road. All recommendations were sent to the Board of Commissioners for final decision.

• Approved rezoning #Z22-07 at 256 Freeman Road from A-1 to RA-1 (4-0, Serritt abstained)
• Approved rezoning #Z22-08 at 883 Harris Beamer Road from A-1 to R-4 (5-0)
• Granted variance #V22-04 on Trimble Hollow Road reducing buffer to 0 ft sides/rear, 20 ft front (5-0)
• Approved rezoning #Z22-09 on Trimble Hollow Road from A-1 to I-1 (5-0)
• Granted variance #V22-05 on US Hwy 41 reducing buffer to 20 ft on eastern boundary (5-0)
• Granted variance #V22-06 on Trimble Hollow Road reducing buffer to 0 ft sides/rear, 20 ft front (5-0)
• Approved rezoning #Z22-10 on Trimble Hollow Road from A-1 to I-1 (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners conducted a regular meeting to approve previous minutes and recognize employees. No new business or legislative actions were decided during the session.

• Approval of minutes from the April 19, 2022 Work Session and Regular Meeting
• Proclamation for Law Enforcement Appreciation Week (May 11-17, 2022)
• Acceptance of a County Seal Emblem created by Bill Kulhman

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting on May 3, 2022, with all members present. They approved the minutes from the April 19, 2022 meetings, accepted a county seal emblem created by Bill Kulhman for the platform table, and issued a proclamation recognizing Law Enforcement Appreciation Week. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of April 19, 2022 work session and regular meeting (4-0)
• Accepted county seal emblem presented by Bill Kulhman
• Issued proclamation for Law Enforcement Appreciation Week (May 11-17, 2022)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners decided on two rezoning applications and approved the disposal of surplus property. The meeting included a public hearing regarding residential and industrial land use.

• Approved rezoning of ~10 acres on Highway 136 from A-1 to I-2 heavy industrial for wood pallet manufacturing
• Approved rezoning of 129.94 acres from A-1 to R-3 Suburban Density Residential for a 335-lot subdivision
• Approved surplus property declaration for a Glock Pistol Model 459MM to be retained by retiring Officer Randal Gibson
• Approved surplus property declaration for miscellaneous office furniture and equipment from the old Main Courthouse
• Discussed budget amendments to record fund transfers for dump trucks and road repairs

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved several rezoning requests for commercial and residential use. They also authorized a bid award for a new fire department generator and an agreement with OWR, LLC regarding Trimble Hollow Road.

• Rezoning approval for Rechal Rentals, LLC to build mini storage facilities
• Rezoning approval for Jeffrey Scott Lunsford to expand fireworks store
• Rezoning approval for Brian & Pam Long to use property for cows
• Rezoning approval for Stephen Ware to build two affordable houses
• Bid award of $45,547.54 to Fairmount Poultry and Building Supply for a fire department generator

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners approved four rezoning applications, a generator bid for the fire department, surplus declarations, and a construction easement agreement. All decisions were unanimous with no public comments on the rezoning requests.

• Approved rezoning for Rechal Rentals LLC from A-1 to C-G with stipulations (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning for Jeffrey Scott Lunsford from A-1 to C-G for fireworks store expansion (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning for Brian & Pam Long from C-G to A-1 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning for Stephen Ware from A-1 to RA-1 (unanimous)
• Reappointed Courtney Taylor to Region One EMS Council for three-year term (unanimous)
• Awarded $45,547.54 generator bid to Fairmount Poultry and Building Supply (unanimous)
• Declared surplus fire department radio equipment (unanimous)
• Declared surplus emergency management equipment (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Gordon County Planning Commission held a public hearing on April 11, 2022, to consider rezoning and variance requests. They approved a rezoning for a wood pallet manufacturing facility and denied a large residential development proposal, sending recommendations to the Board of Commissioners.

• Approved rezoning #Z22-05: 10.74 acres at 3330 Nickelsville Road, Resaca, from A-1 to I-2 for wood pallet manufacturing, with stipulation that property reverts to A-1 if business ceases
• Denied rezoning #Z22-06: 129.94 acres at 6624 Fairmount Hwy., Calhoun, from A-1 to R-3 for 395-home development by Starlight Homes (vote 2-1)
• Denied variance #V22-03: request to reduce minimum lot size from 10,000 to 8,000 sq ft for the same property (vote 2-1)
• Public opposition cited traffic, noise, runoff, fire safety, and police protection concerns

The Gordon County Planning Commission denied a rezoning request (Z22-06) to change 129.94 acres at 6624 Fairmount Hwy from A-1 to R-3 for a 395-home development, voting 2-1 with two abstentions. They also denied the related variance (V22-03) to reduce minimum lot size from 10,000 to 8,000 square feet. The commission approved a separate rezoning (Z22-05) for a wood pallet manufacturing site on Nickelsville Road, with a stipulation that the property reverts to A-1 if the business ceases. Recommendations were sent to the Board of Commissioners.

• Approved rezoning Z22-05 (A-1 to I-2) for 10.74 acres at 3330 Nickelsville Road, with reversion stipulation (5-0)
• Denied rezoning Z22-06 (A-1 to R-3) for 129.94 acres at 6624 Fairmount Hwy (2-1, 2 abstentions)
• Denied variance V22-03 to reduce minimum lot size to 8,000 sq ft (2-1, 2 abstentions)
• Approved minutes of March 14, 2021 meeting (5-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission reviewed the January 3, 2022, meeting minutes and discussed maintenance needs at Resaca Battlefield Park. Members also addressed upcoming historic tourism features and potential future meeting locations.

• Maintenance needs identified for trails and pavilion at Resaca Battlefield Park
• Discussion of interpretative sign request by Georgia Civil War Commission
• $1,000 approved by Friends of Resaca Battlefield to replace stolen trail marker signs
• Inquiry regarding historic nature of the Experiment Station on Nesbitt Loop

Historic Preservation Commission

The Gordon County Historic Preservation Commission met and approved the January minutes. They discussed needed improvements at Resaca Battlefield Park, including trail maintenance and pavilion repairs, and noted that a request for interpretive signage from the Georgia Civil War Commission will be discussed at the next meeting. The meeting was largely routine, with reports and updates.

• Approved minutes from January 3, 2022 meeting
• Discussed improvements at Resaca Battlefield Park: trail maintenance and dry-rotted pavilion repairs
• Georgia Civil War Commission interpretive sign request to be discussed next meeting
• Friends of Resaca Battlefield approved $1,000 to replace stolen trail marker signs at Fort Wayne site
• American Battlefield Trust Park Day scheduled for April 9, 2022

Board of Commissioners

The meeting consisted of procedural items including the approval of minutes from March 1, 2022. No new business or unfinished business was considered.

• Approval of minutes for the Work Session and Regular Meeting of March 1, 2022

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting on March 15, 2022, and approved the minutes from the March 1 work session and regular meeting. No unfinished or new business was considered, and the meeting adjourned after brief reports and introductions.

• Approved minutes of March 1, 2022 work session and regular meeting (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission held a public hearing to review various land use applications in Fairmount, Calhoun, and Resaca. The commission granted specific variances for property access and road frontage while recommending several rezoning applications to the Board of Commissioners.

• Granted variance #V22-01 for a 50 foot easement on Covington Bridge Road
• Approved rezoning #Z22-01 at 345 McDaniel Station Road from A-1 to C-G for a self-storage facility
• Granted variance #V22-02 and approved rezoning #Z22-02 at 976 Hwy. 53W, SW to reduce road frontage and buffer requirements
• Approved rezoning #Z22-03 on Shope Lake Road from C-G to A-1 for agricultural use
• Approved rezoning #Z22-04 at 195B Daisy Street from A-1 to RA-1 for two single family dwellings

The Gordon County Planning Commission held a public hearing and unanimously approved all five applications on the agenda: one variance, two rezoning requests, and two combined variance/rezoning requests. Recommendations for the rezoning applications were sent to the Board of Commissioners for final action.

• Approved variance V22-01 for a 50-foot easement on Covington Bridge Road (5-0)
• Approved rezoning Z22-01 from A-1 to C-G for a self-storage facility at 345 McDaniel Station Road (5-0)
• Approved variance V22-02 reducing road frontage to 32.55 feet and buffer strip to 10 feet at 976 Hwy 53W (5-0)
• Approved rezoning Z22-02 from A-1 to C-G at 976 Hwy 53W (5-0)
• Approved rezoning Z22-03 from C-G to A-1 on Shope Lake Road (5-0)
• Approved rezoning Z22-04 from A-1 to RA-1 at 195B Daisy Street (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved a rezoning request for a 74-acre property to allow light industrial use. The developer will fund required water, sewer, and road improvements, including an intersection at Highway 53 and Old Highway 53.

• Approved rezoning application #Z21-34 for Industrial VI Enterprises, LLC from A-1 to I-1
• Adopted DCA-approved Comprehensive Plan Amendment for Broadband
• Approved malt beverage and wine license for Heny Patel and Highway Express at 4053 Chatsworth Highway 225
• Denied malt beverage and wine license application for Ashik Patel and Rainbow Corner
• Declared three vehicles and various equipment as surplus property

The Board approved rezoning application #Z21-34 for Industrial VI Enterprises, LLC, changing about 74 acres southeast of Old Highway 53 from A-1 to I-1 Light Industrial, with conditions including developer-funded sewer/water extensions and GDOT-required road improvements. The Board also approved surplus declarations, two alcohol license applications (one denied), a broadband comprehensive plan amendment, and a DFCS board appointment.

• Approved rezoning #Z21-34 for Industrial VI Enterprises (A-1 to I-1) with developer-funded improvements (4-0)
• Approved surplus declaration for 3 vehicles and 5 brake drums (4-0)
• Approved surplus declaration for Sheriff's Dept unserviceable equipment (4-0)
• Approved beer/wine license for Heny Patel, Highway Express, 4053 Chatsworth Hwy 225 (3-1, Cunningham opposed)
• Denied beer/wine license for Ashik Patel, Rainbow Corner (4-0)
• Adopted DCA-approved Comprehensive Plan Amendment for Broadband (4-0)
• Appointed Mary Jane Garigan to DFCS Board, 5-year term ending 2/28/2027 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of Feb 15, 2022 work session and regular meeting (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved a request to rezone 94 acres on Trimble Hollow Road and Spring Hill Road for heavy industrial use. They also passed a resolution regarding sales tax collection for Gordon County School District bonds and approved an AT&T service agreement for 911 services.

• Rezoning of 94 acres from A-1 to I-2 Heavy Industrial for OWR, LLC on Trimble Hollow Road and Spring Hill Road
• Approval of the Reimbursement Program Agreement for the Scrap Tire Amnesty Event
• Resolution for Gordon County School District general obligation sales tax bonds covering projects including $6.5 million for Swain Elementary and $8 million to $9 million for Ashworth Middle School
• Service Arrangement Agreement with AT&T for 911 services
• Appointment of Commissioner Bud Owens to the Gordon County/Floyd County Development Authority

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission held a public hearing regarding a request to rezone land from A-1 to I-1. The proposal includes building an 840,000 square foot warehouse with applicant-funded infrastructure improvements. The commission voted to send a recommendation for approval to the Board of Commissioners.

• Rezoning application #Z21-34: 76.17 acre tract south of Union Grove Road and Hwy. 53
• Proposed 840,000 square foot warehouse development
• Applicant to fund frontage road, traffic light, and water/sewer extension
• Approval of January 10, 2022, meeting minutes

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved a new draft map for commission districts to balance representation. They also authorized an amendment for the Gordon County Courthouse project and declared three X-ray machines surplus for the Sheriff's Department.

• Approval of a new Commission Districts draft map
• Amendment to the Momon Construction Agreement for the courthouse project at a guaranteed maximum price of $6,345,672
• Declaration of surplus property for three AutoClear X-Ray machines for the Sheriff's Department
• Appointment of Dr. Joseph Joya to the Board of Health for an unexpired term ending 12/31/2022

The Board of Commissioners approved a resolution adopting a new commission districts map to balance populations based on the 2020 census, with Districts 3 and 4 losing territory and District 5 gaining. They also approved an amendment to the Momon Construction agreement for the courthouse project, formalizing a guaranteed maximum price of $6,345,672. Additionally, the board declared three outdated X-ray machines as surplus property for the Sheriff's Department and appointed Dr. Joseph Joyave to the Board of Health for an unexpired term ending 12/31/2022.

• Approved declaration of surplus property for three Auto Clear X-Ray machines for Sheriff's Department (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for Commission Districts draft map to balance districts (unanimous)
• Approved Momon Construction Agreement Amendment with guaranteed maximum price of $6,345,672 for courthouse project (unanimous)
• Appointed Dr. Joseph Joyave to Board of Health for unexpired term ending 12/31/2022 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved several zoning requests and a budget amendment for employee cost-of-living allowances. The body also authorized the gross maximum price for the main courthouse building renovation and a paving proposal.

• Approved $642,875 budget amendment for 10% cost-of-living allowance for county employees
• Approved $6,347,672 gross maximum price for main courthouse building renovation
• Approved 2022/2023 LMIG paving proposal for 18.99 miles with an $847,610.26 grant and $254,283.78 local match
• Approved rezoning of 5313 Fairmount Highway from A-1 to I-1 for warehousing
• Approved rezoning of properties on Dodd Avenue from A-1 to I-1 for InLight development

The Board approved a rezoning for a 94-acre warehouse project at 5313 Fairmount Highway, along with two other rezoning requests, and tabled one application. They also approved a budget amendment for employee cost-of-living raises, a courthouse renovation price, and the annual road paving proposal.

• Approved rezoning #Z21-42 for 94-acre warehouse at 5313 Fairmount Highway (5-0)
• Approved rezoning #Z21-35 for 1-acre property to A-1 for cattle/horses (5-0)
• Approved rezoning #Z21-43 and #Z21-44 for InLight development (5-0)
• Tabled rezoning #Z21-28 for OWR, LLC to February 15, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Approved $642,875 budget amendment for employee cost-of-living allowance (5-0)
• Approved $6,347,672 gross maximum price for courthouse renovation (5-0)
• Approved 2022/2023 LMIG proposal for 18.99 miles of paving (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Gordon County Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted on three rezoning requests. They approved a rezoning from R-1 to A-1 for a 1.60-acre tract on Bud Hardy Rd., and approved two rezonings from A-1 to I-1 for tracts on Gardner Springs Road. A request to rezone a 76.17-acre tract near Union Grove Road and Hwy. 53 was tabled to the next meeting.

• Rezoning #Z21-34: 76.17 acres near Union Grove Rd & Hwy 53, Adairsville, from A-1 to I-1, tabled to Feb 14, 2022
• Rezoning #Z21-35: 1.60 acres at Bud Hardy Rd, Calhoun, from R-1 to A-1, approved
• Rezoning #Z21-43: 1+ acres at 1350 Gardner Springs Rd, Adairsville, from A-1 to I-1, approved
• Rezoning #Z21-44: 1+ acres at 1340 Gardner Springs Rd, Adairsville, from A-1 to I-1, approved

The Gordon County Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted on three rezoning requests. It tabled a request to rezone 76.17 acres from A-1 to I-1 until February 14, 2022. It approved a request to rezone 1.60 acres from R-1 to A-1, and approved two requests to rezone tracts from A-1 to I-1, all with unanimous votes. Recommendations for approval were sent to the Board of Commissioners.

• Tabled rezoning #Z21-34 (76.17 acres, A-1 to I-1) until Feb 14, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved rezoning #Z21-35 (1.60 acres, R-1 to A-1) (5-0)
• Approved rezoning #Z21-43 (A-1 to I-1) (5-0)
• Approved rezoning #Z21-44 (A-1 to I-1) (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved a 10% cost of living adjustment for all full and part-time employees to address inflation and staffing shortages. The board also approved several infrastructure costs and grant funds for local projects.

• 10% cost of living adjustment (COLA) for all full and part-time county employees
• $238,000 change order for Judicial Building phase one costs funded by SPLOST
• $175,000 state grant resolution for improvements to Brookshire Park
• Increased fees for chert mine loads and driveway right-of-way permits ($50 residential / $100 commercial)
• Elevator service contract with Genesis Elevator Company for the new judicial building

The Board of Commissioners approved a 10% cost-of-living adjustment for all full- and part-time county employees, effective immediately, to address wage gaps and retention issues. The board also approved several other items, including a $238,000 change order for the Judicial Building, new chert mine and driveway permit fees, an elevator service contract, a grant resolution for Brookshire Park, and declaring two surplus vehicles. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with Chairman Hood not voting.

• Approved 10% COLA for all county employees (4-0)
• Approved $238,000 change order for Judicial Building phase one (4-0)
• Approved chert mine price increases: $40/$65 single axle, $80/$130 tandem axle (4-0)
• Approved driveway permit fees: $50 residential, $100 commercial (4-0)
• Approved elevator service contract with Genesis Elevator Company (4-0)
• Approved Land Water Conservation Fund grant resolution for Brookshire Park (4-0)
• Declared two 2011 Ford Crown Victorias surplus for Sheriff's Office (4-0)
• Approved Georgia Fund 1 and North Georgia National Bank signature changes (4-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Gordon County Historic Preservation Commission held a regular meeting, approving minutes from November 1, 2021. Members received reports on the 2022 Remembrance of the Removal Ride, historical research on local homes, renovations to Oakleigh Historical House, and an artifact inventory for the Civil War Museum in Resaca. The meeting was brief and largely informational, with no major decisions or public hearings.

• Approved minutes from November 1, 2021 meeting
• Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians selected seven members for 2022 Remembrance of the Removal Ride, leaving from New Echota in June 2022 to Tahlequah, Oklahoma
• Research found Ingall House constructed in 1887; Ledbetter home on Fite Bend Road from 1920s, originally a hospital for Dr. Fite
• Oakleigh Historical House renovations complete except masonry work
• Approximately $75,000 of artifacts to be housed in Civil War Museum in Resaca, opening May 2022

The Gordon County Historic Preservation Commission approved the November 1, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously. Members received updates on the 2022 Remembrance of the Removal Ride, historical research findings, Oakleigh House renovations, and a $75,000 artifact inventory for the Civil War Museum in Resaca. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved November 1, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Gordon County Historic Preservation Commission held a regular meeting, approving minutes from November 1, 2021. Members reported on historical research, renovations, and an upcoming museum opening. The meeting was largely informational with no formal decisions beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved November 1, 2021 meeting minutes
• Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians selected seven members for 2022 Remembrance of the Removal Ride, leaving from New Echota in June 2022 to Tahlequah, Oklahoma
• Research found Ingall House constructed in 1887; Ledbetter home on Fite Bend Road from 1920s, originally a hospital for Dr. Fite
• Renovations to Oakleigh Historical House completed inside; outside masonry work remains
• Inventory of approximately $75,000 in artifacts to be housed in Civil War Museum in Resaca, anticipated opening May 2022

The Gordon County Historic Preservation Commission approved the November 1, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously. Members reported on historical research, including the Ingall House construction date of 1887 and the Ledbetter home's 1920s origin, and provided updates on renovations to the Oakleigh Historical House and a planned Civil War Museum in Resaca. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved November 1, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)