Henry County public meetings in 2022

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to discuss legislative priorities. No other decisions or actions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of legislative priorities

The Board of Commissioners met with state legislators to request amendments to state laws regarding townhome fire sprinklers and third-party inspections. The Board also proposed the creation of an Airport Authority and a Public Facilities Authority to secure federal funding and finance capital projects. No formal votes were recorded in the minutes.

• Requested state law change to allow local requirement of fire sprinklers in townhomes
• Requested state law change to increase local regulation of private professional provider inspections
• Proposed creation of an Airport Authority to access federal grants and multi-year contracts
• Proposed creation of a Public Facilities Authority to finance a new Courthouse Complex
• Requested memorial sign on State Hwy 81 for Officer Desai

Zoning Advisory Board

The Board of Commissioners decided on several infrastructure projects, emergency vehicle purchases, and road improvements. The body also voted to rescind an objection to a City of Stockbridge annexation and approved the abandonment of portions of Bridges Road and Loop Road.

• Agreement with Henry County Water Authority for $8,300,000 in water and sewer improvements
• Construction of Racetrack Road @ Iris Lake Road awarded to Wilson Construction Management for $1,510,084
• Emergency purchase of one Pierce Custom Aerial for $1,275,000 and three ambulance boxes for $799,983
• Design services for Fairview Road Widening awarded to NV5 Engineers and Consultants, Inc. for $1,634,852.44
• Purchase of 20 Ford Police Interceptor SUVs for the SRO program for $724,000

The Board approved an $8.3M ARPA-funded agreement with the Henry County Water Authority for the Walnut Creek Reclamation Facility Expansion. Several rezoning and land use amendments were approved, including a mixed-use development on Jodeco Road. The Board also allocated $2M in stop-gap funding for the Emergency Rental Assistance Program.

• Approved $8.3M ARPA agreement for Walnut Creek Reclamation Facility Expansion (6-0-0)
• Approved $2M Fund Balance allocation for Emergency Rental Assistance Program (4-2-0)
• Approved rezoning of 2206 and 2250 Jodeco Road to Mixed Use for 320-unit apartments (6-0-0)
• Approved rezoning of 1700 Lake Dow Road to Neighborhood Commercial (6-0-0)
• Approved rezoning of 5855-5905 East Lake Parkway to Mixed Use (4-2-0)
• Approved amendment to Unified Land Development Code for floodplain building standards (6-0-0)
• Approved abandonment and sale of portion of Loop Road for $43,400 (6-0-0)
• Tabled ordinance regarding vineyards and special events facilities until February 21, 2023 (6-0-0)

Zoning Advisory Board

The Zoning Advisory Board will review conditional use requests for a special events facility and a non-commercial kennel. The board will also discuss a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning for a car wash. Several items regarding property on White Drive have been tabled by the applicant.

• CU-22-04: Conditional use for a special events facility at 1767 Turner Church Road
• CU-22-07: Conditional use for a non-commercial kennel at 98 Maddox Road
• COMP-AM-22-12: Comprehensive Plan amendment from Mixed Use to Commercial at 2348 Jonesboro Road
• RZ-22-20: Rezoning from C-1 to C-2 for a car wash at 2348 Jonesboro Road
• Approval of the 2023 meeting schedule

Board of Commissioners

The Board approved the purchase of real property at 12 N Zack Hinton Parkway for the District Attorney’s Office and Probate Court. Additionally, the Board agreed to maintain the current 66/34 L.O.S.T. revenue split and approved a $3.5M grant for a new hospital observation unit.

• Approved $2M purchase of 12 N Zack Hinton Parkway for court functions (4-1-1)
• Approved 66/34 split for Local Option Sales Tax (L.O.S.T.) (6-0-0)
• Approved $3.5M ARP-FRF grant for Piedmont Henry Hospital Observation Unit (6-0-0)
• Approved reimbursement to City of Stockbridge for police services from July 1 to Dec 31, 2022 (6-0-0)
• Objected to annexation of 278.394 acres at Flippen Road into City of Stockbridge (5-0-1)
• Approved $132,548.91 for H.C. Police Headquarters furniture (6-0-0)
• Approved $198,211 for LED sports lighting at Mickey D. Cochran Park (6-0-0)
• Tabled Henry County Water Authority ARPA funding request to Nov 29

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved several infrastructure contracts and a police equipment agreement. The board also established a six-month moratorium on car wash and truck wash applications and postponed a real estate purchase for further review.

• Awarded $3,652,625.64 to McCoy Grading, Inc. for Peeksville Road Phase II SPLOST V project
• Awarded $781,464.00 to DAF Concrete, Inc. for North Ola Park sidewalks
• Approved $214,489 for security cameras at Work Camp Road Campus and Senior Centers
• Approved 3-year agreement with Axon Enterprises, Inc. for tasers at $157,829 per year
• Established a 6-month moratorium on all car wash and truck wash applications

The Board voted 5-1 to approve a new Local Option Sales Tax (L.O.S.T.) distribution formula starting in 2023, giving the county 66.75% and cities 33.25%, gradually increasing to 70/30 by 2032. The vote occurred despite objections from city mayors who said it would force them to raise property taxes. The Board also approved a consent agenda (5-0-1), approved a zoning modification for 143 single-family homes (6-0), tabled a car-wash spacing ordinance (4-2), and imposed a six-month moratorium on new car-wash applications (4-2). A motion to purchase a $2M building for the District Attorney and Probate Court failed (2-3-1), but the Board later directed staff to bring the item back on November 1.

• Approved L.O.S.T. distribution: 66.75% county, 33.25% cities in 2023, rising to 70/30 by 2032 (5-1)
• Approved consent agenda including security cameras, school crossing guard MOU, 2023 meeting/holiday calendars, CIE report, police Taser agreement, and two SPLOST road projects (5-0-1)
• Approved modification of conditions for Pulte Group's 143-unit single-family development at Lester Mill and Bill Gardner Parkway (6-0)
• Tabled automobile-wash spacing ordinance to November 1, 2022 (4-2)
• Imposed six-month moratorium on new car-wash and truck-wash applications (4-2)
• Failed to approve $2M purchase of 12 North Zack Hinton Parkway for District Attorney and Probate Court (2-3-1)
• Directed staff to bring back the building purchase resolution on November 1 with requested information (6-0)
• Approved minutes from September 7, 2022 (6-0)

Zoning Advisory Board

The Henry County Zoning Advisory Board will consider two variance requests and several rezoning applications. These include requests for a self-service storage facility and two single-family residential subdivisions.

• VR-22-11: Setback variance for 265 East James Circle
• VR-22-12: Setback variance for accessory structure at 3315 Turner Church Road
• RZ-22-13: Rezoning from C-2 to C-3 for self-service storage at 225 and 255 Center Pointe Parkway
• RZ-22-14: Rezoning from RA to R-1 for a subdivision at Highway 81 East and Keys Ferry Road
• RZ-22-15: Rezoning from RA to R-2 for a subdivision near Kelleytown Road and Airline Road

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners decided on updates to short-term rental property regulations and approved several equipment purchases for Fire Rescue. The board also requested $10 million in state assistance for the Atlanta Speedway Airport.

• Request for $10,000,000.00 from the State of Georgia for Atlanta Speedway Airport land acquisition and hangar development
• Emergency purchase of six 2023 Dodge 4500 Ambulance Prep Chassis for $399,642 using ARPA funds
• Approval of an ordinance amending regulations for short-term rental properties countywide
• Award of $167,087.65 to CivicPlus for website design with a $43,903.00 annual recurring fee
• Acceptance of a $1,498,459 grant from the Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Program for Butler Bridge Park & Stream Restoration

The Board approved an ordinance regulating short-term rentals (e.g., Airbnb, VRBO) countywide, with a 4-2 vote. The ordinance defines short-term rentals as rentals of 30 days or less, requires licensing, and prohibits party houses. Commissioners Wilson and Holmes voted against it, citing concerns about constitutionality and enforcement. The Board also approved several consent agenda items, including a $167,087 website redesign contract and a $399,642 emergency purchase of ambulance chassis.

• Approved short-term rental ordinance (4-2)
• Approved consent agenda including $167,087 website redesign contract (6-0)
• Approved emergency purchase of six ambulance chassis for $399,642 (consent agenda)
• Approved $1,498,459 grant for Butler Bridge Park & Stream Restoration (consent agenda)
• Approved modification to master development plan for assisted living facility at Westridge Parkway (6-0)
• Approved modification to master development plan for industrial development on Highway 155 South (6-0)
• Approved appointment of Vera Gordon-Burns to Council on Aging (5-0-1)
• Approved appointment of Chief Judge Brian Amero to Region 6 Advisory Council (5-0-1)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners decided on several land-use requests, including a rezoning for a storage facility and a site plan for townhomes. The board also approved various right-of-way acquisitions for sidewalks and a software purchase for emergency management.

• Approved rezoning of 2.62 acres at 813 Jonesboro Road to C-3 for an indoor self-service storage facility
• Approved site plan for a multifamily townhome development on Mt. Carmel Road (38.90 acres)
• Approved $75,000 annual purchase of Cobwebs Web Intelligence Solutions for Emergency Management
• Objected to the annexation of 20.0 acres at 2125 Highway 42 by the City of Stockbridge
• Authorized $22,000 in Asset Forfeiture funds for Sgt. David Lemacks to attend Command College

The Board of Commissioners voted 4-2 to table a $200,000 streetlight needs assessment study until the first meeting in November, pending identification of funding. They also voted 6-0 to object to the annexation of 20 acres at 2125 Highway 42 into Stockbridge for a 276-unit senior care development, citing concerns about fire safety enforcement and loss of county control. A rezoning for a self-storage facility with co-working space at 813 Jonesboro Road was approved 4-2, and a revised site plan for a 38.9-acre townhome development on Mt. Carmel Road was approved 4-2.

• Tabled $200K streetlight needs assessment study until November 2022 meeting (4-2)
• Objected to annexation of 2125 Highway 42 into Stockbridge for senior care development (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 813 Jonesboro Road to C-3 for self-storage with co-working space (4-2)
• Approved revised site plan for 38.9-acre townhome development on Mt. Carmel Road (4-2)
• Approved appointment of Judge Ralph Bailey to State Court (6-0)
• Approved nominee submittals to Hospital Authority (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including right-of-way acquisitions and Cobwebs Technologies purchase (6-0)
• Approved FY2021 CDBG CAPER report (6-0)

Zoning Advisory Board

The Zoning Advisory Board is reviewing several requests for rezoning and variances. Key discussions include converting residential-agricultural land to commercial or mixed-use designations in Districts 3 and 4.

• VR-22-10: Variance request for RA setback requirements at 7271 Wilkerson Road
• RZ-22-12: Rezoning request from RA to C-1 for commercial development at 235 Springdale Road
• COMP-AM-22-10 & RZ-22-16: Comprehensive Plan amendment and rezoning to C-2 at Upchurch Road and Highway 81 East
• COMP-AM-21-10 & RZ-21-40: Comprehensive Plan amendment and rezoning to RS and C-1 for mixed-use development northwest of Highway 81 and North Ola Road
• VR-21-25: Variance request for Highway Corridor Overlay District requirements northwest of Highway 81 and North Ola Road

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners decided on several land use ordinances and approved multiple equipment purchases. The body also authorized a multi-million dollar real estate acquisition for a police precinct and a traffic study for I-75.

• Purchase of real property at 3000 Highway 42 N for the District 4 Police Precinct for $2,100,000.00
• Contract with Croy Engineering for I-75 Commercial Vehicle Lanes Traffic Impact Study for $146,540
• Ordinance amending the Unified Land Development Code regarding roof pitch requirements for single-family dwellings
• Purchase of 10 Healthbot Blood Pressure Kiosks for county facilities and senior centers totaling $71,370
• Disbursement of $100,000.00 SPLOST V funds to the Henry County Library Board of Trustees for McDonough Public Library renovations

The Board approved a $146,540 contract with Croy Engineering to study the impact of GDOT's planned I-75 commercial vehicle lanes ending near SR 155. The study area was expanded to a 2-mile radius after commissioner concerns. The Board also approved several consent agenda items, including $2.1 million for a District 4 police precinct property and a roof pitch ordinance amendment for single-family homes outside subdivisions.

• Approved $146,540 I-75 Commercial Vehicle Lanes Traffic Impact Study (5-1)
• Approved $2,100,000 purchase of property at 3000 Highway 42 N for District 4 Police Precinct (6-0)
• Approved $100,000 SPLOST V grant match for McDonough Public Library renovation (6-0)
• Approved $43,092 for six Healthbot Blood Pressure Kiosks using ARPA funds (6-0)
• Approved $28,278 for four Healthbot Kiosks at senior centers via CSBG CARES (6-0)
• Approved $118,318.20 Sourcewell mower lease for parks maintenance (6-0)
• Approved ULDC amendment allowing administrative roof pitch waivers for single-family homes outside subdivisions (4-2)
• Failed to approve $4,500 for Community Service Day, Appointee Luncheon and Plug-In Expo (motion died for lack of second)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning for a multifamily townhome development on Mt. Carmel Road. The body also awarded several service contracts and discussed updates on the budget and Monkeypox.

• Approved rezoning of 38.90 acres on Mt. Carmel Road to RM (Multifamily Residential) for townhomes
• Awarded $561,551.95 to Microsoft for Volume License Agreement
• Awarded $156,800 to VIA Mobility for Micro-Transit Software
• Approved $67,200 for Zoll AutoPulse Extended Warranty for the Fire Department
• Tabled rezoning request for indoor self-service storage at 813 Jonesboro Road to September 20

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved a $156,800 contract with VIA Mobility for micro-transit software, approved a rezoning for a 127-unit townhome development, and tabled a rezoning for a storage facility. The board also discussed but did not vote on a proposed short-term rental ordinance, directing staff to bring it back in September. Consent agenda items were approved, including asphalt purchase and software licenses.

• Approved $156,800 micro-transit software contract with VIA Mobility (6-0)
• Approved rezoning for 127-unit townhome development at Mt. Carmel Road (5-1)
• Tabled rezoning for storage facility at 813 Jonesboro Road to September 20 (4-1-1)
• Tabled mixed-use development at Jonesboro Road and Chambers Road to September 20 (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including asphalt bid, Zoll warranty, umpire contract, radar repair, Microsoft license, and annexation (6-0)
• Reappointed Jessica Stormer to DFCS board (4-0-2)

Zoning Advisory Board

The Henry County Board of Commissioners will meet to hold a discussion regarding public safety facility needs. No other decisions or actions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion regarding Public Safety Facility Needs

Zoning Advisory Board

The Zoning Advisory Board is reviewing requests for conditional use, comprehensive plan amendments, and rezonings. These items include proposals for a conservation subdivision, multifamily apartments, and mixed-use developments.

• CU-22-01: Conservation subdivision request for 134.31 +/- acres at 941-1100 Brannan Road
• COMP-AM-22-03 & RZ-22-07: Request to change 4.621 +/- acres at 1700 Lake Dow Road to Mixed Use/Neighborhood Commercial for office uses
• COMP-AM-22-07 & RZ-22-11: Request to change 11.78 +/- acres at 48 Franklin Rivers Road to High Density Residential/Multifamily for townhomes
• RZ-22-06: Rezoning of 14.568 +/- acres at 2206 and 2250 Jodeco Road to Multifamily Residential for apartments
• RZ-22-08: Rezoning of 27.217 +/- acres northwest of Willow Lane and south of Jonesboro Road to Mixed Use for apartments and commercial

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners decided on several high-value equipment purchases and updated countywide impact fee schedules. The body also held a public hearing regarding the FFY2022 Annual Action Plan for community development funds.

• Purchase of 150 2022 Ford Utility Police Interceptors for $7,526,198
• Emergency purchase of ambulances and chassis for Fire Rescue totaling $584,363
• Annual contract for janitorial services awarded to American Facility Services, Inc. for $560,340
• Approval of a new countywide Impact Fee Schedule
• CDBG and HOME Funds Annual Action Plan totaling $1,042,369 and $512,877 respectively

The Board approved a new countywide impact fee schedule of $3,544.46 with a 6-month grace period for already platted and recorded lots, effective February 2, 2023, in a 4-2 vote. The Board also approved a $62,500 wage and salary study, a stormwater fee exemption for the Water Authority, and a $560,340 janitorial services contract, among other items.

• Approved new impact fee schedule at $3,544.46 with 6-month grace period (4-2)
• Approved $62,500 wage and salary study with Evergreen Solution, LLC (6-0)
• Approved stormwater fee exemption for Water Authority facilities (6-0)
• Approved $560,340 janitorial services contract with American Facility Services (4-2)
• Approved $251,379 for three ambulances for Fire Rescue (6-0)
• Approved $7,526,198 for 150 police interceptors (consent agenda, 5-0-1)
• Approved $1,042,369 CDBG and $512,877 HOME funds with homeless allocation (6-0)
• Approved abandonment and sale of Commerce Drive right-of-way (6-0)

Zoning Advisory Board

The Henry County Board of Commissioners held a called meeting and public hearing, adopting the FY2022-2023 millage rate of 12.733 mills by a 5-1 vote. The rate was unchanged from the previous year, but property tax bills may rise due to increased property values. The board also reappointed Sam Chafin to the Board of Tax Assessors. Discussion included the possibility of a millage rollback, which was not adopted, and a request for a future property tax relief program.

• Adopted FY2022-2023 millage rate of 12.733 mills (5-1)
• Reappointed Sam Chafin to the Board of Tax Assessors, term retroactive Jan 6, 2021 to Jan 6, 2027 (6-0)
• Directed staff to bring back a property tax relief program proposal at a future meeting

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners decided on several land rezoning requests and approved various equipment leases and grants. The body also held public hearings regarding the 2022-2023 millage rate and the CDBG Annual Action Plan.

• Approved rezoning of 1650 Campground Road to R-2 for a single-family subdivision
• Approved rezoning of 243 Mill Road to MU for mixed apartment and commercial development
• Approved rezoning of property on Babbs Mill Road to R-3 for a single-family subdivision
• Approved $599,933 first-year L3Harris radio system maintenance agreement for E-911
• Approved $171,332 for drainage improvements at Village Park playground and concession areas

The Board approved an intergovernmental agreement with the Board of Education for School Resource Officers, transferring $2,178,434 from the Sheriff's budget to the Police Department to fund the program. The Board also approved several rezoning requests, including a 152-lot subdivision on Babbs Mill Road with modified conditions. A public hearing on the millage rate was held with no action taken; final adoption is set for July 26.

• Approved SRO IGA with Board of Education (6-0)
• Approved $2,178,434 fund transfer to Police Department for SROs (6-0)
• Approved rezoning at 1650 Campground Road for 28-lot subdivision (6-0)
• Approved rezoning at 243 Mill Road for mixed-use development (6-0)
• Approved rezoning on Babbs Mill Road for 152-lot subdivision (4-1-1)
• Reappointed Brad Fawcett and Victoria Liffridge to Tax Assessors (5-0)
• Appointed Dr. Ken Collins to Board of Health (3-2)
• Approved consent agenda including $599,933 radio maintenance renewal (5-0-1)

Zoning Advisory Board

The Board of Commissioners held a called meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding the 2022-2023 millage rate. The session included presentations from the County Manager, Financial Services Director, and Tax Commissioner.

• Public hearing for 2022-2023 Millage Rate

The Henry County Board of Commissioners held the first of three public hearings on the proposed FY2023 millage rate, which remains at 12.733 mills. No vote was taken; the hearing was informational, with presentations from the Director of Financial Services and the Tax Commissioner. Three residents spoke, mostly opposing any effective tax increase due to rising property values. The next hearing is scheduled for the same evening, with final adoption set for July 26, 2022.

• Held public hearing #1 on FY2023 millage rate (no vote)
• Presented FY2023 budget of $216,907,158, up $27M from FY22
• Maintained current millage rate at 12.733 mills (proposed)
• Scheduled next hearing for July 19, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.
• Scheduled final hearing and adoption for July 26, 2022 at 9:30 a.m.

Zoning Advisory Board

The Zoning Advisory Board is considering several land use requests, including a mixed-use development and a single-family residential subdivision. The board will also review a variance request for an accessory structure. Two items regarding roof pitch requirements and a conservation subdivision have been withdrawn or tabled.

• North Ola Land Holdings, LLC: Request to amend Comprehensive Plan and rezone 106.25 acres near Highway 81 and North Ola Road to Mixed Use
• Core Field Services, LLC: Request to amend Comprehensive Plan and rezone 21.66 acres at 5465 Flakes Mill Road for a single-family residential subdivision
• John S. Capone: Variance request for an accessory structure and setbacks at 504 Bethelview Drive
• North Ola Land Holdings, LLC: Variance request for relief from Highway Corridor Overlay District requirements
• Pulte Group, Inc.: Conditional use request for 134.31 acres at 941-1100 Brannan Road (Tabled)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved several rezoning requests for residential and mixed-use developments and awarded a major park renovation contract. The board also accepted multiple state grants for specialty courts and approved a road renaming.

• Contract awarded to J.R. Bowman Construction Co. for $3,599,247.00 to renovate Mickey D. Cochran Park
• Rezoning of 72.1 acres on Jonesboro Road to Mixed Use for The Reservoir Group, LLC
• Rezoning of 102 acres on Willow Lane to Residential Suburban for The Reservoir Group, LLC
• Rezoning of 33.34 acres on Jonesboro Road to Mixed Use for Vista Realty Partners
• Acceptance of four CJCC grants for Adult Felony Drug, Resource, Veterans Treatment, and Misdemeanor DUI/Drug courts

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved several rezoning and land-use items, including a comprehensive plan amendment and three rezoning requests for mixed-use developments. A contract for a classification and compensation study failed on a 3-3 tie. The consent agenda, including a $3.6 million park renovation contract, was approved 6-0.

• Approved consent agenda including $3,599,247 Mickey D. Cochran Park renovation contract (6-0)
• Approved comprehensive plan amendment for 72.1 acres on Jonesboro Road to Mixed Use (5-1)
• Approved rezoning for 185-unit mixed-use development on Jonesboro Road (5-1)
• Approved rezoning for 442-unit residential development on Willow Lane (4-1-1)
• Approved rezoning for 348-unit mixed-use development on Jonesboro Road (6-0)
• Denied classification and compensation study contract with Evergreen Solution, LLC (3-3 tie)
• Approved streetlight assessment study solicitation (6-0)
• Approved renaming portion of South Ola Road to Old South Ola Road (6-0)

Zoning Advisory Board

The Zoning Advisory Board is discussing several requests to change land use designations and zoning for residential developments. The board will also consider conditional use requests and variances for setbacks and facility use.

• Request to rezone 22.625 acres on Clark Drive from R-4 to RM for townhomes (RZ-22-09)
• Request to rezone 21.66 acres at 5465 Flakes Mill Road from RA to R-4 for a subdivision (RZ-22-10)
• Conditional use request for a conservation subdivision at 941-1100 Brannan Road (CU-22-01)
• Variance request for a self-storage facility at 3040 Bill Gardner Parkway (VR-22-08)
• Tabled conditional use request for a non-commercial kennel at 450 Oakland Road (CU-22-03)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners decided on several infrastructure projects, including road resurfacing and flood plain updates. The body also held public hearings regarding a variance request on Stone Road and amendments to the Highway Corridor Overlay District.

• Approved $25,011,802 contract to Blount Construction Company, Inc. for resurfacing various county roads
• Approved $2,284,000 for House Moran Consulting, Inc. to update the Henry County Flood Plain using ARPA funds
• Approved $350,267 contract to Blount Construction Company, Inc. for asphalt patching and crack sealing on 25 roads
• Approved $106,035 grant for the Police Department to purchase body armor vests
• Denied a variance request for a 14.932 +/- acre property on the south side of Stone Road

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved a $25,011,802 contract for resurfacing various county roads, a $2,284,000 flood plain update, and several other consent agenda items. A feasibility study for a consolidated Field Operations Building was tabled to allow staff to provide an itemized list of what the study would cover. The Board also denied a variance appeal and approved an ordinance amending the Highway Corridor Overlay District's prohibited uses.

• Approved $25,011,802 road resurfacing contract to Blount Construction (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $2,284,000 flood plain update and $106,035 police vest grant (6-0)
• Tabled $159,500 feasibility study for Field Operations Building (6-0)
• Denied variance appeal for Stone Road property (4-2)
• Approved ULDC amendment prohibiting office-style self-storage in Highway Corridor Overlay (4-2)
• Approved minutes from May 17, 2022 meeting (6-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting on May 17, 2022, where they adopted the FY2023 budget and approved several consent agenda items, including purchases for fire department equipment and contracts for road design and park construction. The board also held public hearings on an impact fee schedule update and several rezoning requests, all of which were tabled. No public comments were made.

• Adopted FY2023 budget (Resolution #22-133)
• Approved $240,661 for 7 Zoll cardiac monitors and supplies (Resolution #22-127)
• Approved $638,050 for 70 SCBA systems (Resolution #22-128)
• Awarded $1,578,690 for Jonesboro Road widening design to American Engineers, Inc. (Resolution #22-130)
• Awarded $1,160,000 for Nash Farm Park pavilion construction to Sayer Construction Group (Resolution #22-131)

The Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted the FY2023 General Fund budget of $216,907,158, up from $189,644,918 in FY2022, with no increase to the millage rate of 12.733. The budget includes an 8.5% pay increase for county employees and a proposed 2% COLA. The board also approved the consent agenda, which included purchases of cardiac monitors, SCBA systems, and design services for the Jonesboro Road widening. Four rezoning and comprehensive plan items were tabled.

• Adopted FY2023 General Fund budget of $216,907,158 (6-0)
• Approved $240,661 for seven Zoll cardiac monitors and supplies (consent agenda)
• Approved $638,050 for 70 replacement SCBA systems (consent agenda)
• Approved $1,578,690 for Jonesboro Road widening design services (consent agenda)
• Approved $1,160,000 for Nash Farm Park corporate/wedding pavilion construction (consent agenda)
• Approved $69,954 for technology equipment (consent agenda)
• Approved $25,000 BOOST grant for summer programming (consent agenda)
• Tabled RZ-21-14, COMP-AM-21-07, RZ-21-23, and RZ-21-27 (rezoning and comp plan items)

Zoning Advisory Board

The Henry County Zoning Advisory Board will hear requests from Pulte Group for a 134.31-acre conservation subdivision on Brannan Road, including a conditional use, a comprehensive plan amendment, and a rezoning. It will also consider The Reservoir Group's 40.288-acre conservation subdivision on Chambers Road and Hillpointe's multifamily development near Highway 42 North. A separate rezoning request from JTG Holdings for 93.61 acres near Walker Drive is on the agenda.

• CU-22-01: Conditional use for conservation subdivision, 941-1100 Brannan Road, 134.31 acres
• COMP-AM-22-01: Future Land Use Map change from Low to Medium Density Residential, Brannan Road
• RZ-22-02: Rezoning from RA to R-4 for single-family subdivision, Brannan Road
• CU-22-02 & RZ-22-04: Conservation subdivision and rezoning to R-2, 1500 Chambers Road, 40.288 acres
• RZ-22-05: Rezoning to RM for multifamily apartments, east of Highway 42 North, 15.697 acres

Board of Commissioners

The Board approved the purchase of two command vehicles for the Public Safety Cluster using ARPA funds, despite discussion about leasing alternatives. They also approved several consent agenda items, including contracts for design services, groundskeeping, and construction projects. A request to install speed humps in Brook Hollow Subdivision was approved after a motion to table was withdrawn, with a vote of 5-1. The Board also approved a variance appeal for a property at 120 Saint Marks Drive and an ordinance amendment regarding minor subdivisions. The FY2023 proposed budget was presented at a public hearing, with no action taken.

• Approved $2.73M purchase of two command vehicles (6-0)
• Approved speed humps in Brook Hollow Subdivision (5-1)
• Approved variance appeal for 120 Saint Marks Drive (6-0)
• Approved ULDC amendment for minor subdivisions (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $310,400 design contract and $320,264 landscaping contract (5-0)
• Approved Frog Road right-of-way abandonment (5-0)
• Approved minutes from April 5, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved executive session affidavit and resolution (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board approved a modification to zoning conditions for Paladin, Inc. to allow senior independent living on Highway 155 North, with a development agreement to be drafted. The Board also approved several other items, including a $157,774 ADA upgrade contract for Warren Holder Park, a $2,061,800 design contract for Bill Gardner Parkway widening, and a rezoning for a mixed-use development. No action was taken on the impact fees presentation, which was discussion only.

• Approved modification to allow senior independent living at Hwy 155 North (5-0-1)
• Approved $157,774 ADA upgrades to Warren Holder Park (6-0)
• Approved $2,061,800 design services for Bill Gardner Parkway Widening (6-0)
• Approved $127,750 design services for McDonough Pkwy @ Henry Pkwy (6-0)
• Approved rezoning from C-3 to MU for 53.85 acres near I-75 (6-0)
• Approved rezoning to R-2 for 95-lot subdivision at 646 North Ola Road (6-0)
• Approved employee benefit and medical insurance plans for 2022-2023 (6-0)
• Approved reappointment of Judge James Chafin to McIntosh Trail CSB (6-0)

Zoning Advisory Board

The Henry County Zoning Advisory Board will consider several land-use requests, including a variance, a conditional use for a commercial kennel, and multiple associated cases for a 106-acre property near Highway 81 and North Ola Road. The board will also review a rezoning for a residential subdivision south of Patillo Road. These are advisory recommendations; final decisions are made by the county's governing body.

• Variance VR-21-19 for setback relief at 947 Babbs Mill Road, Hampton (0.846 acres)
• Conditional use CU-20-05 for a commercial kennel at 567 Flat Rock Road (24.68 acres)
• Variance VR-21-25 from Highway Corridor Overlay District requirements for 106.25 acres near Highway 81 and North Ola Road
• Comprehensive Plan amendment COMP-AM-21-10 to change Future Land Use Map to Mixed Use for the same 106.25 acres
• Rezoning RZ-21-40 from RA to RS and C-1 for mixed residential and commercial development on the same property

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution designating Cotton Fields Golf Course as the location for the new Henry County Aquatic Center, with a 5-1 vote. The board also approved a $1.1 million contract for architectural design services for the aquatic center and water park. Additionally, the board accepted $15 million in federal rental assistance funds and approved a rezoning for a 53-lot subdivision.

• Approved Cotton Fields Golf Course as Aquatic Center location (5-1)
• Awarded $1.1M architectural design contract to Architecture Unlimited (6-0)
• Accepted $15M ERAP1 reallocation for rental assistance (6-0)
• Approved $2.25M GMEN services agreement amendment (6-0)
• Approved rezoning at 3539 Jonesboro Road for 53-lot subdivision (6-0)
• Tabled ULDC amendment for Highway Corridor Overlay District (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including airport, courts, and park projects (6-0)
• Appointed Diane Reed to Council on Aging (6-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners voted 3-3 on a rezoning request for a mixed-use development at 5855-5905 East Lake Parkway and 38 Oak Valley Road, so the motion did not carry. The board also tabled a rezoning for a single-family subdivision on Jonesboro Road until April 5, 2022, and approved a rezoning on Harris Drive. The consent agenda, including several resolutions for grants, purchases, and agreements, was approved unanimously.

• Rezoning RZ-21-16 for mixed-use development at 5855-5905 East Lake Parkway and 38 Oak Valley Road failed 3-3
• Rezoning RZ-21-22 for single-family subdivision at 3539 Jonesboro Road tabled to April 5, 2022
• Rezoning RZ-21-28 to RA at 786 Harris Drive approved 6-0
• Juvenile Court grant application up to $41,500 first year, $50,000 annually thereafter
• SR81 Widening design supplemental agreement increased to $48,574.00

The Board of Commissioners voted 3-3 on a rezoning request for a mixed-use development with 84 townhomes at 5855-5905 East Lake Parkway, and the motion did not carry, meaning the project will not move forward. The board also approved a consent agenda including several resolutions, tabled a rezoning request for a subdivision on Jonesboro Road until April 5, and approved a rezoning to Residential-Agricultural for a property on Harris Drive.

• Rezoning to MU for East Lake Parkway townhomes failed on 3-3 tie (Clemmons, Thomas, Holmes in favor; Harrell, Wilson, Anglyn opposed)
• Approved consent agenda 6-0, including juvenile court grant application, senior center upgrades, police truck purchase, sentence enforcement agreement, and SPLOST supplemental agreement
• Tabled rezoning from R-2 to R-3 for 3539 Jonesboro Road until April 5, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved rezoning from R-3 to RA for 786 Harris Drive (6-0)
• Approved minutes from February 15, 2022 meeting (6-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved a rezoning for a 38-acre single-family subdivision on Highway 138 East, despite one commissioner's opposition citing impact fees. They also approved a 301.69-acre rezoning for a residential and townhome development, and discussed a proposed ordinance on commercial vehicle parking. The board appointed Derrell Winsor Anglyn, III to fill the vacant District III seat.

• Approved rezoning RZ-21-15 & RZ-21-32 for 38 acres on Highway 138 East (Resolution #22-71)
• Approved rezoning RZ-19-16 for 301.69 acres near Old Highway 3 and Steele Road (Resolution #22-72)
• Awarded $74,900 contract to Hortman and Sons Enterprises for courthouse window repairs (Resolution #22-64)
• Approved $176,975 bid to Helix Group for Reeves Road drainage pipe replacement (Resolution #22-67)
• Appointed Derrell Winsor Anglyn, III as District III Commissioner

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved two rezoning requests for residential subdivisions, each by a 4-1 vote. The first was a 38-acre conservation subdivision on Highway 138 East, and the second was a 301.69-acre development with 1,150 units near Old Highway 3 and Steele Road. The board also approved the consent agenda, a full-time Chief Deputy Coroner position, and appointed Derrell Anglyn as interim District III Commissioner.

• Approved rezoning for 38-acre conservation subdivision on Highway 138 East (4-1)
• Approved rezoning for 301.69-acre residential/townhome development near Old Highway 3 and Steele Road (4-1)
• Approved consent agenda including $74,900 courthouse window repair and $176,975 drainage pipe replacement (5-0)
• Approved resolution to consolidate two part-time deputy coroner positions into one full-time Chief Deputy Coroner (5-0)
• Approved CDBG funding amendments for housing rehabilitation and septic repair (5-0)
• Appointed Derrell Anglyn as interim District III Commissioner
• Approved minutes from January 5, 14, 19, and 19 meetings (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board accepted Commissioner Greg Cannon's immediate resignation, then unanimously appointed Vivian Thomas as Vice-Chair. The Board approved the consent agenda, denied a zoning variance appeal, tabled a rezoning request, and tabled the FY22 mid-year budget amendment for further review. No action was taken on ARPA fund allocations or employee pay increases, which were discussion-only items.

• Commissioner Greg Cannon resigned effective immediately (5-0)
• Vivian Thomas appointed Vice-Chair (5-0)
• Consent agenda approved (5-0)
• Zoning variance appeal denied (5-0)
• Rezoning RZ-19-16 tabled to Feb 15 (5-0)
• FY22 mid-year budget amendment tabled (5-0)
• LMIG grant application approved (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board approved the consent agenda (6-0), including contracts, grants, and a transit master plan. It approved a comprehensive plan amendment for a 301-acre property (6-0) and a rezoning for a 222-unit townhome rental community (4-1-1). A separate rezoning for a 301-acre mixed-use development was tabled to February 1, 2022, for further condition review.

• Approved consent agenda including $349,970 roof replacement, $201,300 Access2Care contract, $249,274 weapons purchase (6-0)
• Approved comprehensive plan amendment for 301.69 acres to Medium Density Residential (6-0)
• Approved rezoning for 222-unit townhome rental community with conditions, including 20% 3-bedroom units (4-1-1)
• Tabled rezoning for 301.69-acre mixed-use development to February 1, 2022 (6-0)

Zoning Advisory Board

The Henry County Board of Commissioners held a brief public meeting, primarily to receive a presentation on the FY22 mid-year budget. The meeting was called to order, the presentation was given, and the board adjourned at 5:25 PM. No votes or decisions are noted in the agenda.

• FY22 Mid-Year Budget presentation

The Henry County Board of Commissioners held a budget workshop to review the FY2022 Mid-Year Budget Adjustment, which proposes using a $9 million revenue excess for various expenses. No formal votes were taken; the board discussed the proposal and will vote on it at the first meeting in February. The adjustment would increase the budget from $189.6 million to $198.6 million if approved.

• No formal decisions made; budget adjustment discussion only
• Scheduled vote on mid-year budget for first meeting in February

Board of Commissioners

The Board discussed and amended the Letter of Engagement for Nancy Rowan of Squire Patton Boggs as the new Henry County Attorney. The amendments include the appointment of Fincher Denmark as litigation and special counsel. Following the discussion, the Board voted to approve the appointment.

• Appointment of Nancy Rowan with Squire Patton Boggs as County Attorney
• Amendment to appoint Fincher Denmark as litigation and special counsel
• Amendment regarding termination of services by majority vote of the Board

The Henry County Board of Commissioners voted to confirm Nancy Rowan of Squire Patton Boggs as County Attorney, with amendments to the engagement letter allowing termination by majority vote and appointing Fincher Denmark as litigation counsel. Three commissioners initially objected, but one rescinded, leaving two objections against four approvals, so the appointment was confirmed by majority vote.

• Confirmed Nancy Rowan as County Attorney (4-2)
• Amended engagement letter to appoint Fincher Denmark as litigation counsel
• Added termination clause allowing Board majority to end services
• Rejected objections from Commissioners Wilson and Cannon

Zoning Advisory Board

The Henry County Zoning Advisory Board will hear requests including a sign variance for Lowe's, a conditional use and rezoning for a conservation subdivision, a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning for a townhome development, and a rezoning to revert property to residential-agricultural. The board will also handle routine items like agenda approval and minutes.

• VR-21-18: Lowe's of Mooresville, NC requests sign standard variance for 101 Willow Lane (14.55 acres)
• CU-21-09: DRB Group requests conditional use for conservation subdivision on Babbs Mill Road (96.82 acres)
• RZ-21-34: DRB Group requests rezoning from RA to R-3 for single-family subdivision on Babbs Mill Road
• COMP-AM-21-08 & RZ-21-31: Blue River Development requests plan amendment and rezoning to RM for townhomes on Mt. Carmel Road (38.90 acres)
• RZ-21-28: Bernardo Nino De Rivera requests rezoning from R-3 to RA at 786 Harris Drive (12.32 acres)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners met to discuss various county matters including budget reports, appointments, and public safety contracts. Key actions included approving a residential subdivision at 1088 McGarity Road while denying commercial rezoning requests on North Henry Boulevard.

• Approved Pulte Homes, Inc. rezoning for single-family residence at 1088 McGarity Road
• Denied HSHA, LLC rezoning for a gasoline service station at 3818 North Henry Boulevard
• Denied Ladson International Consulting rezoning for automotive sales at 3860 North Henry Boulevard
• Approved annual contract for Visual Labs body cameras at $287,352 per year for Police and $21,600 per year for Fire
• Approved E-911 broadband data purchase through Loudoun Communications for $85,060

The Board approved a rezoning for a 128-lot single-family subdivision by Pulte Homes at 1088 McGarity Road, with conditions including 80% of homes at least 2,800 sq ft. Two other rezoning requests were denied: a gas station at 3818 North Henry Boulevard and a used auto sales at 3860 North Henry Boulevard. The Board also tabled a $2.284 million flood plain study to consider ARPA funding, and approved the consent agenda and several appointments.

• Approved rezoning for Pulte Homes subdivision at 1088 McGarity Road (5-1)
• Denied rezoning for gas station at 3818 North Henry Boulevard (6-0)
• Denied rezoning for used auto sales at 3860 North Henry Boulevard (6-0)
• Tabled flood plain study update with House Moran Consulting (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including contracts and purchases (6-0)
• Approved Hospital Authority nominees (6-0)
• Approved Dr. Keri Norris to Board of Health (6-0)
• Failed appointment to McIntosh Trail Board (3-3)