Henry County public meetings in 2023

Zoning Advisory Board

The Henry County Zoning Advisory Board will consider several land use changes, including rezoning requests for multifamily, single-family, and mixed-use developments. The board will also review requests for property variances regarding accessory structures and a comprehensive plan amendment.

• Concept Plan Approval for Wonderland at Frog, LLC at Highway 155 and Frog Road
• Rezoning 3168 Jonesboro Road from RA to RM for cluster housing development
• Rezoning 982 Jonesboro Road from RA to MU for mixed multifamily and commercial use
• Rezoning Panola Road property from RA to R-2 for single-family residential development
• Rezoning request for a gasoline service center at Jodeco Road and Flippen Road

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved a budget amendment and contract award to Integrated Construction and Nobility, Inc. for the Henry County Aquatic Center. The meeting also addressed various grant acceptances, employee benefit plan amendments, and a real estate agreement with Piedmont Bank.

• $50,207,898 contract award for construction of the Henry County Aquatic Center
• $324,644 purchase of 45 in-car radios for the Police Department
• Agreement with Piedmont Bank regarding 96 acres adjacent to Henry County Airport
• $25,000 DOJ grant for police de-escalation training
• Approval of $14,906 reimbursement grant for Fire Rescue trauma equipment

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved several resolutions, including a $1,077,336 upgrade for network, system, and storage hardware. The board also voted on land use changes and amendments to the county's unified development code.

• Approved $1,077,336 for network, system, and storage upgrades using CIP and ARPA funds
• Approved rezoning for 6.27 acres at Upchurch Road and Highway 81 East to C-2 General Commercial
• Approved $109,241 annual broadband data purchase for E911 public safety radios
• Approved $107,047 one-time cost for the Vesta Diversification Project phone server relocation
• Amended ordinances regarding stream buffer protection and stormwater management

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners is holding a workshop meeting to discuss the allocation of $9,500,000 in ARPA revenue replacement. The board will also discuss funds transferred to Community Development.

• Discussion of $9,500,000 ARPA revenue replacement allocation
• Discussion of funds transferred to Community Development

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved several resolutions, including the purchase of 66.22 acres in Hampton for Atlanta Speedway Airport expansion. The meeting also addressed property deannexation and various infrastructure contracts.

• Purchase of 66.22 acres on Wilkins Road for $3,238,000 for Atlanta Speedway Airport expansion
• Emergency contract to J.R. Bowman Construction Company for $4,219,182.24 to replace Fire Station #5
• Contract award to Trane US Inc. for HVAC systems at the Administration Building ($438,032.76) and Courthouse Complex ($992,985)
• Purchase of 4.97 acres on Harold Drive for District 4 Fire Station for $350,000
• Approval of $277,778 for Legacy Stream and Legacy Wetland Credits for Dutchtown Road

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners met for a called meeting to address planning and zoning matters. The primary action was the adoption of the completed five-year update to the countywide comprehensive plan.

• Adoption of the Henry County Comprehensive Plan 2045 Five Year Update (Resolution #23-310)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved $410,007.62 for resurfacing Ward, Dailey Mill, and Fairview Roads. The meeting also included decisions on multiple zoning changes and the acceptance of various grant awards.

• Approved $410,007.62 for resurfacing Ward Road, Dailey Mill Road, and Fairview Road
• Awarded $293,150.00 to Croft & Associates for EMS Station architectural design services
• Approved rezoning 3860 North Henry Boulevard from RA to OI for an office
• Approved rezoning 1004 Highway 81 West from RA to R-2 for a single-family subdivision
• Accepted $36,868 grant for police body armor and trauma kits

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved several large-scale expenditures for fire rescue equipment and road widening projects. The meeting also addressed various maintenance contracts, utility relocations, and hospital authority nominations.

• $599,500 for 50 replacement SCBA systems for Fire Rescue
• $497,490 contract for asbestos abatement at the Judicial Annex Building
• $327,800 for exterior repairs to George Street Apartments via NSP
• Agreement for SR81 widening involving $1.6 million in federal funds
• $174,087 purchase of automated external defibrillators for Police Department

Zoning Advisory Board

The Zoning Advisory Board will consider requests for a conditional use permit, a variance, and a rezoning. These items involve land use changes for properties in the 6th, 7th, and 5th Districts.

• Conditional use request for a personal care home at 875 Jodeco Road
• Variance request regarding accessory structure standards at 521 Turner Road
• Rezoning from RA to R-2 for a single-family residential subdivision at 1004 Highway 81 West

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners and Airport Authority held a joint meeting to introduce new Authority members and review airport operations. Presentations covered legislative matters, roles and responsibilities, and financial information. The meeting also included an account of day-to-day airport operations.

• Introduction of new Airport Authority Board Members
• Legislative presentation regarding Airport Authority
• Financial presentation by Davenport & Company, LLC and Smith, Gambrell, Russell Law Firm
• Election of John Means as Vice Chair
• Election of Art Christian as Treasurer and Kyle Pope as Secretary

The Board of Commissioners held a joint meeting to introduce five newly appointed members of the Airport Authority. The session consisted of presentations regarding the Authority's legislative powers, roles, responsibilities, and financial borrowing options. No substantive votes or policy decisions were recorded.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved a $152,985 contract for Moffatt & Nichol to design the SR81 Widening project. The board also voted on several condemnation resolutions and entered into executive session regarding property acquisition.

• Approved TEFRA Resolution for Fairview Terrace Project
• $152,985 contract with Moffatt & Nichol for SR81 Widening design
• Resolution approving Condemnation for Parcel 4, RPAI McDonough Henry Town LLC
• Resolution approving Condemnation for Parcel 10, Mt. Olive Baptist Church of Stockbridge
• Resolution approving Condemnation for Parcel 19, IKRK Holdings LLP

The Board of Commissioners held a joint meeting to introduce six newly appointed members of the Building and Facilities Authority. Officials provided presentations on the Authority's legal powers, borrowing methods, and financial policies. No formal votes were recorded for the items discussed.

• Introduced six new Building and Facilities Authority members
• Removed election of Authority officers from the agenda

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners held a special called meeting to discuss litigation in executive session. Following the session, the Board voted to join a multijurisdictional amicus curiae brief filed by ACCG.

• Approval of an Affidavit and Resolution pertaining to Executive Session
• Motion to join the ACCG amicus curiae brief concerning litigation

The Board of Commissioners met in executive session to discuss litigation. Following the session, the Board voted to join a multijurisdictional amicus curiae brief filed by the ACCG regarding Barrow County v City of Winder.

• Approved joining amicus curiae brief for Barrow County v City of Winder (4-0-0)
• Approved Affidavit & Resolution pertaining to Executive Session (4-0-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several resolutions regarding property acquisitions, utility upgrades, and service contracts. The agenda also includes a proposal to rename North Ola Park in honor of former Commissioner Gary Barham.

• Contract for Panola Mountain Greenway Trail Phase IB construction with Hasbun Construction, LLC for $486,276
• Approval of HVAC installation and controls for the Judicial Building totaling $1,194,663
• Renewal of L3Harris Radio System Maintenance Agreement for $611,690
• Purchase of medical supplies for Fire Rescue not to exceed $424,000 annually
• Reallocation of $91,034 to cover supplemental pay for District Attorney's Office employees

The Board of Commissioners approved the renaming of North Ola Park in honor of late Commissioner Gary Barham. The Board also approved a series of consent agenda items including property acquisitions, HVAC replacements, and technology licenses.

• Approved renaming North Ola Park to Gary Barham Park (6-0-0)
• Approved property acquisitions for Parcel 23 and Parcels 16 and 17
• Approved $611,690 L3Harris Radio System Maintenance Agreement renewal
• Approved $1,194,663 HVAC installation for the Judicial Building
• Approved $247,319 HVAC control system replacement for McDonough Library
• Approved $424,000 five-year Surelock Technology license
• Approved $124,800 contract with Goodwyn Mills & Cawood for stormwater fee study
• Approved $100,000 ARC grant for Bus Stops Creative Placemaking Plan

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners met to discuss and vote on various items, including rezonings, contract awards, and the millage rate. Notable among these was a public hearing and approval for rezoning property at Fairview Road.

• RZ-23-05: Rezoned RA (Residential-Agricultural) to C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial) for property at 498 and 526 Fairview Road
• Resolution approving engineering design services contract with Croy Engineering, LLC for Oak Grove Road intersections up to $79,000 and $60,500
• Resolution authorizing support and funding for the Joint Retail Strategy Proposal and Recruitment Services
• Adoption of 2023-2024 Millage Rate

The Board of Commissioners held the final public hearing regarding the 2023-2024 millage rate. Following the hearing, the board voted to keep the rate unchanged from previous years.

• Approved maintaining the millage rate at 12.733 mills (6-0-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners convened a called meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding the 2023-2024 millage rate. The Budget Director and Tax Commissioner presented information regarding the rate to the public.

• Public hearing for the 2023-2024 Millage Rate presentation

The Board held a public hearing to discuss the 2023-2024 millage rate and the impact of property valuations. No official action was taken during this meeting; a second hearing and subsequent adoption were scheduled.

• No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was a public hearing only

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners convened a called meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding the 2023-2024 millage rate. Budget Director Bernita Campbell and Tax Commissioner Michael Harris presented information regarding the rate.

• Public hearing for the 2023-2024 Millage Rate presentation

The Board held a public hearing to discuss the 2023-2024 millage rate and the FY2024 Adopted General Fund Budget. No formal votes were taken; the third public hearing and final adoption are scheduled for August 1, 2023.

• No substantive decisions made; meeting was a public hearing

Zoning Advisory Board

The Zoning Advisory Board is considering a rezoning request for an office at North Henry Boulevard and a variance for accessory structures on Kimbell Farm Drive. Several previously advertised items regarding Xcel Properties, Inc. and Bartram ADM Properties, LLC have been postponed by staff or applicants.

• Rezoning RZ-23-06: Request to change 0.621 acres at 3860 North Henry Boulevard from RA to OI
• Variance VR-23-11: Request for relief from accessory structure standards at 90 Kimbell Farm Drive
• Concept Plan Approval: Request for 11.5 acres at the intersection of Highway 155 and Frog Road
• Postponed: Conditional use and rezoning requests for 167 White Drive
• Postponed: Rezoning request for a waste transfer station at 160 & 189 Sedgeview Drive

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved several appointments to local authorities and a $1.65 million grant for the Police Department's Gunshot Detection Technology Project. The meeting also included the approval of various consent agenda items ranging from judicial grants to infrastructure maintenance.

• $1,650,000 grant for Henry County Police Department Gunshot Detection Technology Project
• Approval of appointments to the Henry County Building and Facilities Authority
• $204,238.78 purchase of mobile radio equipment for two Mobile Command Vehicles
• $128,471 grant for ballistic equipment via the Sheriff's Office
• Approval of $1,135,458 CDBG and $539,724 HOME Funds Annual Action Plan

The Board approved a $1.65M grant for the Henry County Police Department's Gunshot Detection Technology Project. They also approved several authority appointments, a consent agenda including public safety equipment, and a draft action plan for federal housing and community grants.

• Approved $1.65M grant for police Gunshot Detection Technology Project (6-0-0)
• Approved appointments to Henry County Building and Facilities Authority (6-0-0)
• Approved appointments to Henry County Airport Authority (6-0-0)
• Approved appointment of Teresa Elaine Mosely to Council on Aging (6-0-0)
• Approved $204,238.78 for mobile radio equipment using Red Speed Funds (6-0-0)
• Approved $128,471 grant for ballistic equipment (6-0-0)
• Approved acquisition of right-of-way for Western Parallel Connector Parcels 11 and 13 (6-0-0)
• Approved $200,000 grant for Juvenile Court Functional Family Therapy program (6-0-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved several rezoning requests, including a 215-acre residential subdivision at Locust Road. The board also authorized an agreement to convey property near Atlanta Speedway Airport to attract a data center.

• Rezoning of 215.25 acres at 245 & 375 Locust Road from RA to R-2 for a single-family subdivision
• Contract with Prime Contractors, Inc. for $1,073,780 for Superior Courthouse window repairs
• Approval of $1,370,631 in ARPA funds for courtroom technology modernization
• Agreement to convey property near Atlanta Speedway Airport to attract a data center
• Amendment of the Building and Plan Review Department permitting fee schedule

The Board of Commissioners approved an intergovernmental agreement to convey approximately 180 acres of land to the Henry County Development Authority to attract data centers. The Board also approved several capital project contracts, grant acceptances, and an updated permitting fee schedule.

• Approved land transfer to Henry County Development Authority for data center attraction (6-0-0)
• Approved $1,073,780 contract with Prime Contractors, Inc. for courthouse window repair (6-0-0)
• Approved $1,370,631 in ARPA funds for courtroom technology modernization (6-0-0)
• Approved updated permitting fee schedule for Building and Plan Review Department (6-0-0)
• Approved reappointment of Dr. Monica McIntyre Herron to Department of Families and Children Board (6-0-0)
• Approved $831,955 Aging Subgrant Contract with Atlanta Regional Commission (6-0-0)
• Approved new streetlight district for Southern Hills Phases 1A and 1B (6-0-0)
• Approved MOU for Stockbridge Police Department access to Public Safety Training Complex for $6,000 annual fee (6-0-0)

Zoning Advisory Board

The Zoning Advisory Board will review several requests for variances, conditional uses, and rezoning. Items include proposals for a non-commercial kennel, commercial developments, and single-family residential projects.

• Variance and conditional use for a non-commercial kennel at 450 Oakland Road
• Comprehensive Plan amendment to change land use from Rural Residential to Commercial near Highway 81 East and Jake Lewis Drive
• Rezoning of 0.62 acres east of Jake Lewis Drive from RA to C-2 for commercial development
• Rezoning of 2.92 acres south of Highway 81 East from RA to C-2 for commercial development
• Rezoning of 105.84 acres west of South Lee Road from RA to R-5 for single-family residential development

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved a sub-recipient agreement with Atlanta Motor Speedway using ARP-FRF funding for its recovery and revitalization plan. The board also approved several court grants, a police contract for license plate readers, and a corridor study for Jonesboro Road.

• $3,250,000 sub-recipient agreement with Atlanta Motor Speedway for recovery and revitalization
• $765,000 three-year contract with Flock Safety for 100 license plate reader cameras
• Approval of $146,130 grant for the Adult Felony Drug Court
• Approval of $124,688 grant for the Resource Court
• $80,166 change order for five Ford T250 Cargo Vans due to price increases

The Board approved a three-year contract for 100 Flock Falcon cameras and accepted multiple grants for drug, resource, and veterans treatment courts. Commissioners also approved the appointment of Lisa McGhee to the Library Board and a price increase for cargo vans. A resolution supporting the 'Stepping Up Initiative' to decriminalize mental illness in jail was discussed.

• Approved appointment of Lisa McGhee to Henry County Library Board (5-0-0)
• Approved $765,000 three-year contract for 100 Flock Falcon cameras (5-0-0)
• Accepted $146,130 grant for Adult Felony Drug Court (5-0-0)
• Accepted $124,688 grant for Resource Court (5-0-0)
• Accepted $40,467 grant for Veterans Treatment Court (5-0-0)
• Accepted $28,822 grant for Juvenile Mental Health Court (5-0-0)
• Approved $80,166 change order for five Ford T250 Cargo Vans (5-0-0)
• Approved $94,461 grant for Misdemeanor DUI/Drug Court (4-0-1)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners reviewed the FY 2024 proposed budget and several land use requests. The meeting included discussions on property tax assessments, police service agreements with Stockbridge, and various infrastructure and facility contracts.

• Approval of FY 2024 Proposed Budget
• GDOT contract for airport hangar development ($2,680,000 state funding; $893,333 local match)
• Fencing and gates installation at Work Camp facilities ($430,716 via ARPA funds)
• Automatic door installations at senior centers ($75,900 via ARPA funds)
• Rezoning approval for commercial development at 235 Springdale Road

The Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda including state funding for airport hangar development and several road and facility contracts. Two planning and zoning ordinances were postponed, and no action was taken on two annexation requests.

• Approved $2,680,000 state funding and $893,333 local match for airport hangar development (5-0)
• Awarded annual liquid asphalt emulsion contract to Southeast Emulsions of Perry, GA (5-0)
• Awarded $430,716 contract to Natural Enclosures Fence Co. LLC for Work Camp fencing using ARPA funds (5-0)
• Awarded $75,900 contract to Overhead Door Co. of Atlanta for senior center automatic doors using ARPA funds (5-0)
• Accepted $1,000 GSA Online Driver Training Incentive Grant for Sheriff's Office equipment (5-0)
• Approved $229,503 and $64,579 utility relocation costs for Bridges Road and Selfridge Road (5-0)
• Approved Right-of-Way Agreement with GDOT for SR81 Widening Phase I (5-0)
• Requested $200,000 SS4A Planning Grant with a $50,000 local match (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners held a public hearing for the FY 2024 proposed budget. The meeting included several contract awards for SPLOST-funded transportation projects and facility renovations.

• Awarded $2,067,501.60 to Backbone Infrastructure, LLC for Bridges Road @ Willow Lane intersection improvements
• Awarded $1,946,257.96 to McLeRoy, Inc. for Selfridge Road SPLOST IV transportation project
• Approved $374,425.00 contract for design/build services for a District 4 facility renovation
• Approved $115,546.00 for lighting at Mickie D. Cochran Park in District 4
• Approved $81,485 purchase of a diesel generator for Animal Control using ARPA funding

The Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting with no votes on substantive items. Two presentations were given: a Georgia Tech master's studio presented a plan to address hidden homelessness in Henry County, and the City of Stockbridge presented a proposal for a Tax Allocation District to spur downtown redevelopment. No decisions were made on either topic.

• No substantive decisions were made; meeting was informational only

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners met for a brief session including a presentation from the City of Stockbridge. The meeting focused on a discussion regarding the Tax Allocation District.

• City of Stockbridge presentation regarding Tax Allocation District

The Board of Commissioners convened for a special meeting to hear a presentation from the City of Stockbridge regarding a tax allocation district. No representatives from the City of Stockbridge were present, and no actions were taken.

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners met on April 18, 2023, and approved several consent agenda items, including contracts for firefighter physicals, ambulance purchases, playground equipment, and a phone system upgrade. They also held a public hearing and approved amendments to the CDBG/HOME 2022 Annual Action Plan, approved a $1,434,059 services agreement with Georgia Micro Enterprise Network for ERAP 2 reallocation funding, and passed an ordinance amending the Unified Land Development Code regarding automobile washes (Ordinance #23-04) with a 3-2 vote. Several planning and zoning items were tabled from the previous meeting and postponed to a future date.

• Approved $120,250 for NFPA 1500 physical exams for firefighters (Resolution #23-117)
• Approved $99,894 purchase increase for six Braun Liberty Ambulances (Resolution #23-118)
• Approved $212,798 for playground equipment at Mickie D. Cochran Park (Resolution #23-121)
• Approved $449,538 first-year cost for VOIP phone system refresh (Resolution #23-124)
• Approved $1,434,059 ERAP 2 reallocation funding agreement with GMEN (Resolution #23-127)

The Board of Commissioners issued proclamations for Fair Housing, Child Abuse Prevention, Autism Awareness, and Public Safety Telecommunications. Several planning and zoning items were postponed by staff for further review. The Board also received a utilization and satisfaction report for the Henry County Wellness Clinic.

• Recognized April 2023 as National Fair Housing Month
• Recognized April 2023 as National Child Abuse Prevention Month
• Recognized April 2023 as National Autism Awareness Month
• Declared April 9-15, 2023, as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
• Postponed ULDC-AM-22-08 regarding event centers, farm wineries, and breweries
• Postponed RZ-21-36 regarding Jonesboro Road & Chambers Road
• Postponed COMP-AM-21-11 regarding Highway 20/81 & International Ave
• Postponed RZ-21-38 regarding Highway 20/81 & International Ave

Zoning Advisory Board

The Board of Commissioners held a called budget workshop regarding the fiscal year 2023-2024. Budget Director Bernita Campbell presented the budget briefing to the board.

• Budget briefing for FY 2023-2024

The Board of Commissioners received a budget briefing for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. No formal votes were taken; the meeting served as a presentation of the proposed budget and the timeline for adoption by May 31, 2023.

• Proposed FY2023-2024 budget set at $232,011,000
• Proposed budget maintains current millage rate of 12.733
• Personnel requests totaling approximately $4.1 million tabled until midyear review

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved a multifamily residential rezoning for Alliance Residential Company and adopted new regulations regarding lithium-ion batteries. Several other land use and compensation items were tabled until the April 18 meeting.

• Approved rezoning for multifamily development on Highway 155 (Resolution #23-116)
• Adopted ordinance regulating lithium-ion and lithium metal batteries (Ordinance #23-03)
• Authorized $397,935 for roof replacement at the Developmental Disabilities Building
• Approved $119,721.38 purchase of a new E911 recording system
• Approved $126,006 for vehicle equipment for the Police K-9 Unit

The Board approved a rezoning request for a 330-unit apartment complex and adopted safety regulations for lithium-ion battery storage. Several other rezoning and comprehensive plan requests were tabled until April 18. The Board also approved various equipment leases and purchases via the consent agenda.

• Approved rezoning of 47.438 acres to Multi-family Residential for 330 apartments (3-2-0)
• Adopted regulations regarding lithium-ion and lithium metal batteries (5-0-0)
• Approved $119,721.38 for E-911 recording system (5-0-0)
• Approved $397,935 for roof replacement at Developmental Disabilities Building (5-0-0)
• Approved two fire rescue ladder truck leases totaling $3,422,100 over 7 years (5-0-0)
• Approved $126,006 for K-9 unit vehicle equipment (5-0-0)
• Tabled Employee Classification and Compensation Plan until April 18 (5-0-0)
• Approved opt-in to National Opioid Settlement Agreement (5-0-0)

Zoning Advisory Board

The Zoning Advisory Board will review several rezoning requests and a land use amendment. These include proposals for commercial development at 40 Mount Carmel Road and residential projects on Jonesboro Road and Highway 81 East.

• Amendment to Future Land Use Map for 4.085 acres at 40 Mount Carmel Road
• Rezoning from RA to C-2 for commercial development at 40 Mount Carmel Road
• Rezoning from RA to RM for a townhome development at 3168 Jonesboro Road
• Rezoning from RA to R-2 for a single-family residential development at 3805 Highway 81 East
• Removal of 3667 Jodeco Road from the Highway Corridor Overlay District

Board of Commissioners

This is a procedural retreat agenda, not a voting meeting. The Board of Commissioners and staff will discuss strategic priorities, department goals, and team-building exercises. No binding decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Strategic Plan 'Henry Cares, Henry Committed' update
• Department discussions including Public Works, Police, Fire, and Community Services
• County Manager's remarks by Cheri Hobson-Matthews

The Board of Commissioners and leadership staff conducted a strategic planning retreat focused on economic development, facility needs, and departmental updates. No formal votes were taken; the sessions consisted of presentations and discussions regarding future plans and proposed fee increases.

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to oppose three state bills (SB 188, HB 514, HB 517) that would limit the county's ability to regulate housing, enact moratoriums, and exercise home rule. The board also approved a consent agenda including over $4 million in contracts for E911 upgrades, roof replacement, rental assistance, police equipment, transit planning, and road design. A developer's appeal to bypass the multi-family moratorium on Mount Carmel Road was approved 4-1.

• Unanimous opposition to Senate Bill 188, House Bill 514, and House Bill 517
• $962,229 for E911 center UPS and generator upgrade via Verinex
• $1,294,348 for Administration Building roof replacement with Garland/DBS Inc.
• Approval of appeal by The Colonnade, LLC for 35.72 acres on Mount Carmel Road to bypass multi-family moratorium
• Reappointment of Cheri Hobson-Matthews as County Manager with a four-year contract

The Board passed resolutions opposing Senate Bill 188 and House Bills 514 and 517 regarding housing and zoning authority. The Board also reappointed Cheri Hobson-Matthews as County Manager for a four-year term and approved several infrastructure and equipment contracts via a consent agenda.

• Approved resolution opposing SB 188 regarding rental regulations (5-0-0)
• Approved resolution opposing HB 514 regarding moratoriums (5-0-0)
• Approved resolution opposing HB 517 regarding home rule and zoning (5-0-0)
• Reappointed Cheri Hobson-Matthews as County Manager through March 7, 2027 (5-0-0)
• Approved $962,229 E911 power infrastructure upgrade (5-0-0)
• Approved $789,068 P25 Public Safety Radio System upgrade (5-0-0)
• Approved $1,294,348 Administration Building roof replacement (5-0-0)
• Approved appeal for The Colonnade, LLC to bypass multi-family moratorium (4-1-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners voted 5-0 to adopt a resolution opposing House Bill 189, which would increase truck size/weight on Georgia roads. They also approved two rezonings totaling about 134 acres for single-family subdivisions, an administrative appeal denial, and a multi-family moratorium relief appeal. Consent agenda items included grant awards, vehicle purchases, right-of-way acquisitions, and court grant applications.

• Resolution objecting to House Bill 189 (increased truck size/weight) passed 5-0
• Rezoning RZ-22-03: 93.61 acres north of Walker Drive and east of Strickland Road from RA to R-3 for single-family subdivision (District 5)
• Rezoning RZ-22-04: 40.288 acres at 1500 Chambers Road from RA to R-2 for single-family subdivision (District 5)
• Architectural design services contract for Probate Court & DA office renovation approved at $381,382.57 using ARPA funds
• Purchase of three Chevrolet Silverados with animal body equipment for Animal Care & Control for $213,282.69 using RedSpeed Funds

The Board approved a resolution opposing Georgia House Bill 189 regarding truck size and weight increases. Several residential rezoning requests were approved, and a developer was granted an exception to a multi-family moratorium based on vested rights. The Board also authorized architectural design services for a building housing the Probate Court and District Attorney’s Office.

• Approved resolution opposing House Bill 189 regarding truck size/weight (5-0-0)
• Approved $381,382.57 architectural design contract for Probate Court and DA's office (4-1-0)
• Approved rezoning for 113-unit subdivision north of Walker Drive with added landscape strip (5-0-0)
• Approved rezoning for 42-lot subdivision at 1500 Chambers Road (5-0-0)
• Upheld denial of business license for automotive repair shop at 3667 Jodeco Road (5-0-0)
• Approved vested rights appeal for mixed-use development at 5855-5905 East Lake Parkway (4-1-0)
• Approved purchase of three Chevrolet Silverados for Animal Care and Control for $213,282.69 (5-0-0)
• Approved $155,971.13 for ADA upgrades at four senior centers (5-0-0)

Zoning Advisory Board

The Zoning Advisory Board will hear three rezoning requests: a 1.19-acre site on Jonesboro Road for a car wash, a 2.7-acre site on Moseley Road for three homes, and a 105.8-acre site near South Lee Road for a single-family subdivision. The board will also consider a rezoning for a gas station on North Henry Boulevard. Five items previously on the agenda have been postponed by the applicants.

• RZ-22-20: Rezone 1.19 acres at 2348 Jonesboro Road from C-1 to C-2 for a car wash (District 5)
• RZ-22-23: Rezone 2.705 acres on Moseley Road from RA to R-2 for three single-family homes (District 4)
• RZ-22-25: Rezone 105.84 acres west of South Lee Road from RA to R-5 for a single-family development (District 1)
• RZ-23-01: Rezone 1.653 acres at 3818 North Henry Boulevard from RA to C-1 for a gas station (District 2)
• Five items postponed by applicants, including a 165.91-acre conservation subdivision proposal on Old Kelleytown Road

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners held a called meeting on February 7, 2023. They voted 5-0 to rezone 23.6 acres south of Patillo Road from Residential-Agricultural to R-2 for a single-family subdivision, with 17 conditions. They also voted 5-0 to table a rezoning request for 7.7 acres at 235 Springdale Road until April 18, 2023. Six other rezoning and comprehensive plan amendment items were postponed by the applicants.

• Approved RZ-22-01: 23.613 acres at Patillo/Thurman Roads rezoned to R-2 for single-family homes (5-0 vote, Resolution 23-77)
• Tabled RZ-22-12: 7.733 acres at 235 Springdale Road rezoned to C-1 commercial, pushed to April 18, 2023 (5-0 vote)
• Six Planning & Zoning items postponed by applicants, including 244-acre DRB Group rezoning at Hwy 81/Keys Ferry Road
• Meeting adjourned at 6:06 PM; next regular BOC meeting is February 21, 2023 at 6:30 PM

The Board of Commissioners approved a rezoning request for a residential subdivision and tabled a request for a commercial development. Several other planning and zoning items were postponed by the applicants.

• Approved rezoning from RA to R-2 for a single-family residential subdivision south of Patillo Road and east of Thurman Road (5-0-0)
• Tabled rezoning request from RA to C-1 for commercial development at 235 Springdale Road until April 18, 2023 (5-0-0)
• Postponed COMP-AM-22-08 (DRB Group, LLC)
• Postponed RZ-22-14 (DRB Group, LLC)
• Postponed COMP-AM-22-09 (DRB Group, LLC)
• Postponed RZ-22-15 (DRB Group, LLC)
• Postponed MC-MDP-22-06 (Wonderland at Frog, LLC)
• Postponed RZ-21-39 (DRB Group of Fayetteville, GA)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved several high-cost technology and police equipment purchases. The body also authorized land acquisitions for road projects and appointed two members to the Board of Tax Assessor.

• Purchase of $578,554 in hardware for the Community and Communications Rooms
• Purchase of $307,828 in Dell computers, monitors, laptops, and docking stations
• Purchase of $221,200 for 140 smartphone in-vehicle camera hardware kits
• Contract award of $187,700 to TSW for the 2023 Comprehensive Plan Update
• Pavement marking services contract for Mid-State Striping, Inc. estimated at $362,238.80

The Board of Commissioners approved an amendment to the employee defined benefit plan to prevent pension spiking by excluding unscheduled overtime from retirement calculations. Other key actions included awarding several technology and police equipment contracts and approving a consulting contract for the 2023 Comprehensive Plan Update.

• Approved pension amendment to exclude unscheduled overtime from benefit calculations (5-0-0)
• Approved $187,700 contract to TSW for 2023 Comprehensive Plan Update (5-0-0)
• Approved $307,828 for Dell computers and $217,223 for network hardware (5-0-0)
• Approved $578,554 for Community Room and Communications Room technology refresh (5-0-0)
• Approved $221,200 for 140 smartphone in-vehicle camera kits (5-0-0)
• Approved $13,195 for a K-9 dog and training (5-0-0)
• Approved GDOT Local Maintenance & Improvement Grant application for FY 2023 (5-0-0)
• Appointed Lloyd A. E. Smikle, Sr. and William A. Thompson, Jr. to Board of Tax Assessor (5-0-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners decided on several infrastructure and public safety contracts, including jail facility upgrades and police equipment. The body also discussed COVID-19 relief for non-profits and received an update on storm relief efforts from January 12, 2023.

• Contract to Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC) for MS4 inspections totaling $2,951,502.11
• Contract to Trane U.S Inc. for five water chilled air handler units at the Henry County Jail for $1,744,883
• ARPA funding of $871,541.33 for Avigilon Surveillance Camera Systems at the Jail and Court centers
• Contract to Perez Planning + Design LLC for a Parks & Recreation Master Plan for $265,500
• Purchase of 50 Panasonic Toughbooks and docking stations for $199,850

The Board approved several public safety and infrastructure contracts via a consent agenda and a parks master plan. A request for $4.2M to build emergency housing at the Henry County Jail was tabled until a future retreat to discuss strategic planning. The Board also approved funding to assist non-profits following COVID-19.

• Approved $1,744,883 for water chilled air handler units at Henry County Jail (6-0-0)
• Approved $55,213 for Heavy Apparatus Lifts for Fire Rescue (6-0-0)
• Approved $199,850 for 50 Panasonic Toughbooks and docking stations for Police (6-0-0)
• Approved $2,951,502.11 annual contract for MS4 inspection to Goodwyn Mills Cawood (6-0-0)
• Approved $265,500 for Parks & Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan via Perez Planning + Design LLC (6-0-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-51 to transfer funds to assist non-profits due to COVID-19 (5-1-0)
• Approved $871,541.33 for Avigilon Surveillance Camera Systems with COVID detection (6-0-0)
• Tabled $4,220,669 request for Sprung Structure emergency housing at the jail (6-0-0)

Zoning Advisory Board

The Zoning Advisory Board is reviewing requests for a conservation subdivision and a single-family residential subdivision. The board will also consider a comprehensive plan amendment and a smaller residential rezoning request.

• CU-22-08: Conditional use request for a conservation subdivision at Old Kelleytown Road and Kibbee Road (165.91 +/- acres)
• COMP-AM-22-13: Comprehensive Plan amendment to change Future Land Use Map from Rural Residential to Low Density Residential at Old Kelleytown Road and Kibbee Road
• RZ-22-22: Rezoning from RA to R-2 for a single family residential subdivision at Old Kelleytown Road and Kibbee Road
• RZ-22-23: Rezoning from RA to R-2 for three single family residences on the west side of Moseley Road (2.705 +/- acres)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved a moratorium on commercial and residential multi-family housing for up to 12 months. The board also appointed several members to county boards and commissions and approved various equipment purchases and grants.

• Moratorium on horizontal and vertical apartments, townhomes, and duplexes for up to 12 months
• Acceptance of $15,000,000 for the U.S. Department of Treasury Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP2)
• Acceptance of $7,000,000 from the Atlanta Regional Commission for transit and road projects
• Purchase of five 2023 Chevrolet Tahoes for the K9 Unit for $188,215
• Intergovernmental Agreement with City of McDonough for Turner Church Road @ SR20 intersection improvement

The Board approved a moratorium on new applications for commercial and residential multi-family housing, including apartments, townhomes, and duplexes, for up to 12 months. The Board also accepted $15 million in federal rental assistance funds and approved various board appointments and equipment purchases.

• Approved 12-month moratorium on new multi-family housing applications (6-0-0)
• Accepted $15M U.S. Treasury Emergency Rental Assistance Program reallocation (5-0-1)
• Approved service agreement with Georgia Micro Enterprise Network to manage ERAP funds (5-0-1)
• Approved $90,000 SAAS agreement with Benevate, Inc. for ERAP software (6-0-0)
• Extended impact fee grace period termination date to February 2, 2023 (5-1-0)
• Approved $7M in ARC funds for transit and road projects (5-0-1)
• Approved purchase of 20 mobile radio packages for $123,635 (5-0-1)
• Appointed Kevin J. Lewis as Board Vice-Chair (6-0-0)