Putnam County public meetings in 2023

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on four rezoning requests on Old Phoenix Road and one on Pea Ridge Road. The body is also considering the purchase of a 2027 Pierce Enforcer PUC Pumper for the Fire Department and a bridge agreement for Martins Mill Road and Little River.

• Rezoning of 10 acres on Pea Ridge Road from AG to C-2
• Four rezoning requests on Old Phoenix Road from RM-1/RM-3 to C-1
• Purchase of a 2027 Pierce Enforcer PUC Pumper for the Fire Department
• Memorandum of Agreement for a bridge at Martins Mill Road and Little River
• Appeal of Short Term Vacation Rental License denial by Kerri Smith/Sundown Cottage

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will conduct settlement conferences and review minutes from previous meetings. New business includes reviewing taxpayer correspondence, updates on appeals, and the 2024 Mobile Home Digest.

• Settlement Conferences #103D-107 and #119C-104
• Review/Approve 2024 Mobile Home Digest
• Review of taxpayer correspondence and appeals updates

Putnam Development Authority

The regular business meeting of the Putnam Development Authority scheduled for December 12, 2023, has been cancelled.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider several rezoning requests and proposed changes to the County Code of Ordinances, Chapter 66. The body will also approve the 2024 public hearing agenda and deadline schedule.

• Proposed changes to the Putnam County Code of Ordinances, Chapter 66 (Zoning)
• Request to rezone 10 acres on Pea Ridge Road from AG to C-2
• Four requests to rezone parcels on Old Phoenix Road to C-1
• Request by Bobby J. Wilder for conditional use at 641 Dennis Station Road (requested to be tabled until January 4, 2024)
• Approval of the 2024 Planning and Zoning Public Hearing Agenda and Deadline Schedule

Board of Commissioners

The regular business meeting scheduled for December 1, 2023, has been cancelled.

Board of Assessors

The Putnam County Board of Tax Assessors will meet to review and approve 2023 public utility values. The board will also receive an update on 2023 appeals.

• Review and approval of 2023 Public Utility Values
• Update on 2023 Appeals

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider several zoning requests and changes to the Code of Ordinances regarding fire protection. Additional business includes a transit agreement, bond issuance referendum, and solid waste contract amendments.

• Rezoning request for 1.21 acres on Harmony Road from C-1 to C-2
• Rezoning request for 5.31 acres at 331 New Phoenix Road from AG to C-1
• Proposed changes to Chapter 32 of the Putnam County Code of Ordinances (Fire Protection and Prevention)
• Agreement between Putnam County Transit and Georgia DOT for Transit Trust Fund Program Allocation
• Resolution calling a referendum to authorize the issuance of General Obligation Bonds

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review taxpayer correspondence, settlement conferences, and appeal waivers. The meeting includes reviewing a homestead application for a disabled veteran and approving the 2024 marine equipment re-appraisal schedules.

• Review Appeal to Superior Court/Schedule Settlement Conference (#103D-107)
• Review BOE Decision/Possible Appeal to Superior Court (#119C-104)
• Review Homestead Application for 100% Disabled Veteran (#106A-082)
• Review FLPA Application (#118-029-004)
• Approve Download of 2024 ABOS Schedules/Re-appraisal of all Marine Equipment

Putnam Development Authority

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and routine administrative items. There is no regular business listed for this meeting.

• Approval of October 10, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of October 2023 financials
• Economic Development Director Report

Sinclair Water Authority

The Sinclair Water Authority is meeting to discuss and approve the operations budget for the 2024 fiscal year. The board will also consider appointing a new chairman and establishing the 2024 meeting schedule.

• 2024 Fiscal Year Operations Budget
• Appointment of new SWA Board Chairman
• 2024 SWA Board Meeting Schedule
• SWA Retirement Plan Termination

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will vote on the 2023 Budget Amendment #2 and two final plat subdivision approvals. The body will also discuss a speed limit change for Scott Road and the purchase of a new asphalt distributor.

• Final plat subdivision approval for Harmony Farms Phase 3
• Final plat subdivision approval for Section E - Phase 2 Cuscowilla on Lake Oconee
• Right-of-Way Permit for AT&T on Harmony Road and Little Road
• Approval of 2023 Budget Amendment #2
• Purchase of a new Asphalt Distributor for Public Works

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss two property rezoning requests. These items will later be heard by the Board of Commissioners on November 21, 2023.

• Request to rezone 1.21 acres on Harmony Road from C-1 to C-2
• Request to rezone 5.31 acres at 331 New Phoenix Road from AG to C-1

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a called meeting to address an appeal regarding the denial of a short term vacation rental license for Kerri Smith/Sundown Cottage.

• Appeal of Short Term Vacation Rental License denial by Kerri Smith/Sundown Cottage

Technical Review Committee

The Technical Review Committee is meeting to consider a preliminary plat approval for a residential project. The request involves a 26.3-acre site intended for 84 attached townhomes.

• Preliminary plat approval request for 84 attached townhomes at 755 Monticello Road (Dial Farm Holdings LLC)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests and hear appeals regarding denied short-term vacation rental licenses. The board will also consider a final plat subdivision approval for Serenity Point.

• Rezoning request for 20.85 acres at 842 Harmony Road from AG to RM-3
• Rezoning request for 15.30 acres at 1024 Lake Oconee Parkway from C-1/AG to C-1
• Final plat subdivision approval for Serenity Point
• Short Term Vacation Rental License denial appeal by Kerri Grant/Pier 6 LLC
• Short Term Vacation Rental License denial appeal by Dominic Cellitti

Board of Assessors

The Board of Tax Assessors will meet to process taxpayer correspondence and appeal requests. The body will decide on account corrections and determine which appeals are forwarded to the Clerk of Courts for Board of Equalization scheduling.

• Review of CUV Covenant #021-025
• Review of FLPA Applications
• Review of Appeal Waiver & Release Requests
• Approval of Account Corrections
• Acknowledgment of late or invalid appeals

Putnam Development Authority

The Putnam Development Authority will meet to approve previous minutes and September 2023 financials. The body is scheduled to ratify a specific contract for demolition work. An executive session may be held regarding personnel, litigation, or real estate.

• Ratification of $2,500 demolition work to SIP sign on Industrial Blvd with Russell Noles and JD Holder

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet to review a variance request for Anchor Point Drive and an appeal regarding a denied short-term vacation rental license. The board will also consider a lease agreement for the Wards Chapel convenience center.

• Lease agreement for Convenience Center - Wards Chapel - Holt Spivey
• Variance request by Bradley T. Swicegood for Anchor Point Drive
• Short term vacation rental license denial appeal by Kerri Grant/Pier 6 LLC
• 2023 Alcohol License for Great Waters Clubhouse
• ACCG Interlocal Risk Management Agency and Workers' Compensation Fund safety discount forms

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Putnam County Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider three land-use requests. Two of these items will be heard by the Board of Commissioners on October 17, 2023.

• Side yard setback variance request for 130 Emma Drive
• Request to rezone 20.85 acres at 842 Harmony Road from AG to RM-3
• Request to rezone 15.30 acres at 1024 Lake Oconee Parkway from C-1/AG to C-1

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss lease agreements for convenience centers and a significant pension fund payment. The board is also seeking authorization to schedule public hearings regarding county ordinance changes.

• Payment of $500,000 to the Defined Benefit pension plan
• Proposed changes to Code of Ordinances Chapters 28 (Development Regulations), 32 (Fire Protection and Prevention), and 66 (Zoning)
• Lease agreements for Brown's Chapel, Glades, Rabbit Skip, and Wards Chapel convenience centers
• GDOT FY2025 Section 5311 Program Grant Application
• Letter of support for Oconee Valley Healthcare

Putnam Development Authority

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The body will review minutes from August 8, 2023, and financial reports from August 2023.

• Approval of August 8, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of August 2023 financials
• Economic Development Director Report

Board of Assessors

The Board of Tax Assessors will review taxpayer correspondence and manage various assessment notices. The board is scheduled to approve the 2023 Final Digest for forwarding to the Tax Commissioner.

• Approval of Conservation Use Breaches
• Mailing of 45-Day Notices of Assessment for Personal Property
• Review of DOAA 2022 Ratio Study
• Approval of 2023 Final Digest
• Forwarding appeals to Clerk of Courts for BOE scheduling

The Board of Tax Assessors unanimously approved the reinstatement of a homestead exemption for parcel #098A-125. It also approved several covenant and breach actions, mailed assessment notices, accepted ratio studies, and adopted the 2023 Final Digest for forwarding to the Tax Commissioner. All motions were passed unanimously.

• Reinstated homestead exemption on parcel #098A-125 (unanimous)
• Approved withdrawal of CUV covenant on parcel #088-008-006 (unanimous)
• Reversed breach penalty to no‑penalty on parcel #093-003 (unanimous)
• Approved breach with penalty on parcels #030-007 & #030-008 (unanimous)
• Approved Appeal Waiver and Release for parcel #103B-025 (unanimous)
• Approved mailing of 70 real‑property 30‑day notices (9/13/2023) (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Final Digest for forwarding to Tax Commissioner (unanimous)
• Approved sending account corrections for parcels #067-004 and #093-003 to Tax Commissioner (unanimous)

Sinclair Water Authority

The Sinclair Water Authority will meet to discuss and take action on the termination of its retirement plan. The body will also consider the replacement of the Train #1 fill valve actuator and discuss 2024 budget planning.

• Discussion and action on Sinclair Water Authority Retirement Plan Termination
• Discussion and action on Train #1 Fill Valve Actuator Replacement
• 2024 Budget Planning discussion
• Operations Report from ESG, Inc.

The Authority approved a quote from Carotek for tank probes and monitoring displays. The board also reviewed an operations report detailing membrane filter repairs and lagoon maintenance.

• Approved July 10, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved $8,100 expense for Carotek tank probes and monitoring displays (3-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Putnam County Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to review two land-use requests. The body will discuss a setback variance and a zoning change for a property on New Phoenix Road.

• Side yard setback variance request for 178 Phillips Road
• Request to rezone 5.31 acres at 331 New Phoenix Road from AG to C-1

The Commission approved a side yard setback variance for a manufactured home at 178 Phillips Road. A rezoning request for 331 New Phoenix Road was tabled until November to allow for staff review and legal representation.

• Approved 11.3-foot side yard setback variance for 178 Phillips Road (5-0)
• Tabled rezoning of 5.31 acres at 331 New Phoenix Road from AG to C-1 until November 2, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 5/4/2023, 7/6/2023, and 8/3/2023 (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding the proposed 2023 mill rate and changes to the County Code of Ordinances. The board will also consider actions on fire department boat houses and the 2023 Special Election qualifying fees.

• Public hearing on proposed 2023 Mill Rate
• Proposed changes to Code of Ordinances Chapters 22 (Businesses), 66 (Zoning), and Appendix D (Short Term Vacation Rental)
• Authorization for GDOT FTA 5311 - FY2024 Transit contract
• Setting of Qualifying Fees for 2023 Special Election
• Discussion and possible action on 112 Gloria Drive

The Board of Commissioners adopted changes to the Code of Ordinances regarding short-term vacation rentals, reducing the total license cap to 350 and ending the application moratorium. Other actions included setting a special election fee for District Three and funding fire department boat houses.

• Adopted Code of Ordinance changes for businesses, zoning, and short-term rentals, capping total licenses at 350 (3-0)
• Terminated the moratorium on new short-term vacation rental applications (3-0)
• Approved funding for two Fire Department boat houses on Lake Oconee and Lake Sinclair via SPLOST (3-0)
• Set the 2023 Special Election qualifying fee for District Three at $234.00 (3-0)
• Approved August 15 and August 25, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Authorized Chairman to sign GDOT FTA 5311 FY2024 Transit contract (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to approve the FY24 Budget and authorize the Chairman to sign the 2024 Budget Resolution. The body will also hear a presentation from EPWSA and discuss a Waste Management contract.

• Approval of FY24 Budget
• EPWSA presentation and possible action
• Discussion and possible action on Waste Management contract

The Board approved the FY24 Budget and authorized the Chairman to sign the 2024 Budget Resolution. Commissioners also approved branding for water storage tanks and authorized staff to seek bids for a new waste management contract.

• Approved FY24 Budget and authorized Chairman to sign 2024 Budget Resolution (3-0)
• Approved 'version 1' lettering for water storage tanks (3-0)
• Authorized staff to request bids for waste management contract and provide notice to Waste Management (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding the proposed FY24 Budget and the 2023 Mill Rate. The meeting also includes several zoning requests and an update on Jimmy Davis Park.

• Rezone 1.1 acres at 905 Harmony Road from C-1 to C-2
• Rezone 8.85 acres at 886 Milledgeville Road from C-1/C-2 to C-2
• Rezone 47.81 acres at 886 Milledgeville Road from C-1/C-2 to AG
• Rezone 4.71 acres on Milledgeville Road from C-1/C-2 to C-2
• Public hearings for Proposed 2023 Mill Rate and Proposed FY24 Budget

The Board of Commissioners approved three separate rezoning requests for properties on Harmony Road and Milledgeville Road. Public hearings were held regarding a proposed 7.17 percent property tax increase and the FY24 budget of $25,449,731, though no final votes on these items were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved rezoning 1.1 acres at 905 Harmony Road from C-1 to C-2 (3-0)
• Approved rezoning 8.85 acres at 886 Milledgeville Road from C-1/C-2 to C-2 with a 50-foot buffer condition (3-0)
• Approved rezoning 4.71 acres on Milledgeville Road from C-1/C-2 to C-2 with a 50-foot buffer condition (3-0)
• Approved rezoning 47.81 acres at 886 Milledgeville Road from C-1/C-2 to AG (3-0)
• Approved August 4, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a called public hearing meeting. The body is considering proposed changes to Chapter 66 of the Putnam County Code of Ordinances.

• Proposed changes to Putnam County Code of Ordinances Chapter 66

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a proposed change to the Putnam County Code of Ordinances Chapter 66. This action establishes short-term rentals as an allowed use in all zoning districts except for R-1R.

• Approved proposed change to Code of Ordinances Chapter 66 to allow short-term rentals in all districts except R-1R (3-0)

Technical Review Committee

The Technical Review Committee is meeting to consider a request from Rick McAllister on behalf of Section E Tract, LLC. The request concerns a preliminary plat for a phase 2 development on Cuscowilla Dr.

• Preliminary plat approval for Section E Tract, LLC on Cuscowilla Dr. (11.37 acres, 3 single family lots, Parcel 016-048)

Putnam Development Authority

The Putnam Development Authority is meeting to approve financial reports and previous minutes. The body will hear a presentation from Matt Mills of Southeastern and discuss a Memorandum of Understanding with EM Resources.

• Presentation from Matt Mills with Southeastern
• Memorandum of Understanding between PDA and EM Resources
• Approval of June and July 2023 financials

The Putnam Development Authority approved a Memorandum of Understanding with EM Resources for Project Branch. The project involves a $30M investment and the creation of 25 jobs, including a four-year tax abatement once the facility is constructed.

• Approved June 13, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved June 2023 and July 2023 financials (4-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding between PDA and EM Resources for Project Branch (4-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors is meeting to review taxpayer correspondence, appraisals submitted with appeals, and waiver requests. The board will also act on the mailing of various property assessment notices.

• Review of appraisals submitted with appeals
• Approval of 45-Day Notices of Assessment for Personal Property
• Approval of 30-day notices
• Approval of "No-Change" notices
• Homestead Exemption update

The Board of Tax Assessors approved new values for 103 real property assessments and 42 'No Change' notices. The board also resolved several individual property appeals and removed a homestead exemption for one parcel.

• Approved CUV application for parcel #051-011 (unanimous)
• Accepted appraisals for parcels #052B-031 and #103A-072 (unanimous)
• Rejected appraisal for parcel #103C-016 (unanimous)
• Approved Appeal Waiver and Release requests for parcels #105-017 and #E003-036 (unanimous)
• Approved values and late notices for five personal property accounts (unanimous)
• Approved new values and notices for four marine equipment accounts (unanimous)
• Approved 103 '30-Day' notices and 42 'No Change' notices for real property (unanimous)
• Removed 2023 homestead exemption for parcel #087A-045 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed 2023 mill rate and conduct a budget work session. The meeting also includes a regular business session to approve licenses and subdivision plats.

• Public hearing on proposed 2023 Mill Rate
• Approval of 2023 Alcohol Licenses
• Final Plat Subdivision Approval request from Rick McAllister, Agent for Section E Tract, LLC
• Resolution to name the crossroads at New Phoenix and Old Phoenix Roads as Jones Crossing
• Authorization to sign 2023 ACCG Group Health Benefits Program Health Promotion & Wellbeing Grant

The Board of Commissioners approved a final plat subdivision for Section E Tract, LLC and authorized the naming of the New Phoenix and Old Phoenix Roads crossroads as Jones Crossing. The meeting also included a public hearing on the proposed 2023 mill rate and budget discussions for the Hospital Authority and Putnam Development Authority.

• Approved Consent Agenda including July 18 minutes, 2023 alcohol licenses, and ACCG health grant authorization (3-0)
• Approved Final Plat Subdivision request for Section E Tract, LLC (3-0)
• Authorized Chairman to sign Resolution naming crossroads at New Phoenix and Old Phoenix Roads as Jones Crossing (3-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Putnam County Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider several property rezoning requests and setback variances. These decisions affect land use and building requirements for specific parcels in the county.

• Rear yard setback variance request for 157 B Thunder Road
• Side yard setback variance request for 331 Shelton Drive
• Rezoning of 1.1 acres at 905 Harmony Road from C-1 to C-2
• Rezoning of 8.85 acres at 886 Milledgeville Road from C-1/C-2 to C-2
• Rezoning of 47.81 acres at 886 Milledgeville Road from C-1/C-2 to AG

The commission approved two residential setback variances and three rezoning requests. One rezoning action involved consolidating three requests for parcels on Milledgeville Road to allow for a building material supply business and agricultural use.

• Approved rear yard setback variance for 157 B Thunder Road (3-0)
• Approved side yard setback variances for 331 Shelton Drive (3-0)
• Approved rezoning of 1.1 acres at 905 Harmony Road from C-1 to C-2 (3-0)
• Approved consolidated rezoning of 8.85 acres at 886 Milledgeville Road to C-2 with a 50-foot buffer condition (3-0)
• Approved consolidated rezoning of 47.81 acres at 886 Milledgeville Road to AG (3-0)
• Approved consolidated rezoning of 4.71 acres on Milledgeville Road to C-2 with a 50-foot buffer condition (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding changes to the County Code of Ordinances Chapter 66. The meeting includes discussions on extending a short-term rental moratorium and reviewing several deannexation applications.

• Proposed adoption of changes to Putnam County Code of Ordinances - Chapter 66 (Zoning)
• Extension of Short Term Rental Moratorium on New Applications
• Authorization for a Public Hearing on proposed changes to Code of Ordinances Chapters 22, 66, and Appendix D
• Review of deannexation applications for six groups of property owners
• Nine rezoning requests at Lake Oconee Parkway, Mahaffey Drive, and Old Phoenix Road where applicants requested to withdraw

The Board of Commissioners extended the moratorium on new short-term rental applications and adopted changes to the zoning code to comply with state law. The board also approved several deannexation applications and appointed a member to the Board of Elections & Registration.

• Extended short-term rental moratorium on new applications until September 19, 2023
• Adopted changes to Putnam County Code of Ordinances Chapter 66 (Zoning)
• Approved withdrawal of 9 rezoning requests by Rick McAllister
• Approved appointment of Emory Walden to the Board of Elections & Registration
• Approved deannexation applications for six groups including Sammons Farm Holdings and Oscar Parham Living Trust
• Approved submission of Georgia Smith, Marilyn Simon, and Richard Garrett for Hospital Authority Post 6
• Authorized staff to schedule a public hearing for Code of Ordinances changes on September 1, 2023
• Approved Consent Agenda including minutes from five July 2023 meetings

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss the 2024 budget. The session includes reviews of various county departments and funds.

• Budget discussions for Sheriff, Jail, Emergency Management, and E911
• Budget discussions for Fire Stations and Ambulance Service
• Budget discussions for Public Works and Recreation Department
• Budget discussions for Oconee Springs Park Fund and Edgewater Event Center
• Budget discussions for Uncle Remus Golf Course

The Board of Commissioners met for a budget work session to discuss various department requests. No formal actions were taken regarding the budget. The session concluded with a vote to adjourn.

• Adjourned work session (3-1)

Putnam Development Authority

The regular business meeting scheduled for July 11, 2023, has been cancelled. A rescheduled date and time have not yet been determined.

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors is meeting to continue reviewing 2023 real and personal property appeals. The body will evaluate submitted appraisals and process various assessment notices. The board will also review the preliminary digest.

• Review of 2023 Real and Personal Property Appeals
• Review of CUVA Applications received in lieu of appeal
• Approval of 45-Day Notices of Assessment for Personal Property
• Approval of 2nd Notices of Assessment (30-day) for Real and Personal Property
• Review and approval of Preliminary Digest

The Board of Tax Assessors approved the 2023 preliminary and exempt property digests. The board also resolved several property appeals, approved CUVA applications, and authorized tax refunds for specific marine equipment accounts.

• Approved 2023 preliminary digest
• Approved 2023 exempt property digest
• Approved refunds for marine equipment on Acct #69961 and #74689
• Accepted appraisals for parcels 056B-219 and 114A-030 to resolve appeals
• Accepted Appeal Waiver and Release requests for six parcels
• Approved five CUVA applications
• Approved collection of breach penalties for three parcels
• Approved values and notices for 110 real and personal property accounts

Sinclair Water Authority

The Sinclair Water Authority will meet to discuss and take action on the termination of its retirement plan. The body will also consider the replacement of a turbidimeter and review operations and financial reports.

• Retirement plan termination
• Turbidimeter replacement

The board voted to terminate the ACCG Retirement Plan due to high administrative costs relative to the number of employees. The authority also approved the purchase of two turbidity meters for plant operations.

• Approved termination of ACCG Retirement Plan with 90 day notice (5-0)
• Approved $9,450 purchase of two turbidity meters from Hydrocal (5-0)
• Approved May 8, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss the budget. The session includes reviews of various county departments and funds.

• Budget discussions for Putnam General Hospital and Health Department
• Budget discussions for Eatonton Public Library and County Extension Service
• Budget reviews for judicial offices including State Court, Magistrate Court, and Probate Court
• Budget reviews for Tax Commissioner and Tax Assessors
• Budget discussions for Jail, Drug Education, and Solid Waste funds

The Board of Commissioners met for a budget work session to discuss various department requests. No action was taken during the meeting.

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss funding options for TSPLOST and award a contract for the 2023 LMIG Resurfacing Project. The board will also review a right-of-way permit request from AT&T and updates to the personnel manual.

• Awarding of Solicitation 23-42001-001 2023 LMIG Resurfacing Project
• TSPLOST funding options discussion and possible action
• AT&T Right-of-Way Permit for Harmony Road and Harmony Farms Drive
• Changes to the Putnam County Personnel Manual
• Appointment to the Putnam County Board of Health

The Board of Commissioners awarded a road resurfacing project to Pittman Construction and approved a funding option for TSPLOST2 projects. Other actions included approving a right-of-way permit for AT&T and updating the county personnel manual.

• Awarded 2023 LMIG Resurfacing Project to Pittman Construction for $1,052,083.60 (4-0)
• Approved TSPLOST2 funding option one (4-0)
• Approved AT&T Right-of-Way Permit for Harmony Road and Harmony Farms Drive (4-0)
• Appointed Dr. Robert D. Betzel to the Putnam County Board of Health (4-0)
• Approved changes to the Putnam County Personnel Manual (4-0)
• Approved June 20 and June 27, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss short term rentals. This meeting follows a regular business meeting.

• Discussion regarding short term rentals

The Board of Commissioners held a work session to review a proposed short-term rental ordinance. No formal votes were taken; the Board intends to authorize a public hearing and a moratorium extension at the July 18, 2023 meeting.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission is reviewing several requests for zoning changes and a setback variance. All listed applicants have requested to withdraw their requests without prejudice.

• Withdrawal request for side yard setback variance at 178 Phillips Road
• Withdrawal request to rezone 87.85 acres at 1024 Lake Oconee Parkway from AG to CPUD
• Withdrawal request to rezone 23.66 acres on Old Phoenix Road from C-1 to CPUD
• Withdrawal request to rezone 5.34 acres on Mahaffey Drive from C-2 to CPUD
• Withdrawal request to rezone 11.55 acres at 678 Old Phoenix Road from C-1 to CPUD

The Planning & Development Commission approved requests from two applicants to withdraw their applications without prejudice. One request concerned a property on Phillips Road, and a consolidated group of requests concerned multiple parcels on Lake Oconee Parkway, Mahaffey Drive, and Old Phoenix Road.

• Approved request by Shirley Ivester to withdraw without prejudice at 178 Phillips Road (3-0)
• Approved consolidated requests 6 through 14 by Rick McAllister (agent for Shaifer Partners, LLC; Piedmont Park Development Company, LLC; and Shaifer/Griffin, LLC) to withdraw without prejudice (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss short-term rentals. No other substantive items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Discussion regarding short-term rentals

The Board discussed potential updates to the short-term rental ordinance, focusing on enforceability, occupancy limits, and zoning restrictions. No final votes were taken on the ordinance changes; the session served as a discussion of draft language and suggestions.

• Adjourned the meeting (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss a right-of-way permit and potential changes to the County Code of Ordinances. The board is also reviewing appointments for the Oconee Community Service Board and the Hospital Authority Board.

• Right-of-Way Permit request by Tri-County EMC for Flat Rock Road
• Authorization for a Public Hearing on proposed changes to Putnam County Code of Ordinances - Chapter 66
• Appointment to the Oconee Community Service Board
• Submission of names for Hospital Authority Board - Post 2
• Authorization for Chairman to sign ACCG Defined Benefit Resolution

The Board of Commissioners approved a right-of-way permit for Tri-County EMC and authorized a public hearing for proposed zoning changes to Chapter 66 of the County Code of Ordinances. The Board also made appointments to the Oconee Community Service Board and submitted names for the Hospital Authority Board.

• Approved Right-of-Way Permit for Tri-County EMC on Flat Rock Road (3-0)
• Appointed Janie Reid to the Oconee Community Service Board (3-0)
• Approved submission of Jerry Gregory, Marilyn Simon, and Richard Garrett for Hospital Authority Board Post 2 (3-0)
• Authorized staff to schedule a Public Hearing on proposed changes to Chapter 66 (Zoning) of the County Code of Ordinances (3-0)
• Authorized Chairman to sign the ACCG Defined Benefit Resolution (3-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Tax Assessors will review taxpayer correspondence, homestead applications, and CUVA/FLPA applications. The board is beginning the review of 2023 real and personal property appeals and discussing the 2024 budget.

• Review of 2023 Real and Personal Property appeals
• Approval of Personal Property 45-Day Notices of Assessment for Freeport and Business
• Approval of 2nd Notices of Assessment (30-Day) and mailing
• Review of Homestead and CUVA/FLPA applications
• Discussion of 2024 Budget

The Board approved multiple CUV and FLPA applications, homestead exemptions, and personal property values. The board also formally accepted updated Board of Assessors Policy and Procedures and resolved several tax appeals.

• Approved eight CUV applications (unanimous)
• Approved FLPA application for parcels 096-016/096-017/096-035 and corresponding covenant (unanimous)
• Approved retroactive 2022 homestead exemption for parcel 086-013-051 (Reese recused)
• Approved homestead exemption for parcel 126-002-011, resolving the appeal (unanimous)
• Approved mailing notices to four LLC/LP entities regarding 2024 deed requirements for homestead status (unanimous)
• Approved values and 45-day notices for 11 late-filed personal property accounts (unanimous)
• Approved 58.33% exemption for late-filed Freeport application Acct #66601 (unanimous)
• Accepted updated Board of Assessors Policy and Procedures (unanimous)

Putnam Development Authority

The Putnam Development Authority will meet to review the proposed budget for fiscal year 2024. The body will also consider the approval of May 2023 financials and meeting minutes.

• FY24 Proposed Budget
• Approval of May 2023 Financials
• Approval of May 9, 2023 Regular Meeting and Executive Session minutes

The Authority approved the FY24 budget, including funds for general operations and capital improvements. The board also approved the May 2023 financials and previous meeting minutes.

• Approved FY24 general budget of $245,000 (4-0)
• Approved FY24 capital improvements budget up to $250,000 (4-0)
• Approved May 2023 Financials (4-0)
• Approved May 9, 2023 Regular Meeting and Executive Session minutes (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss short-term rentals. This meeting follows the regular meeting on June 2, 2023.

• Discussion regarding short-term rentals

The Board held a work session to discuss conceptual ideas and potential regulations for a short-term rental ordinance. No substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

• No action was taken

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss a budget amendment for fiscal year 2023 and the Georgia Indigent Defense Services Agreement. The meeting includes a special presentation regarding Jimmy Davis Park.

• Approval of FY23 Budget Amendment #1
• Authorization for Chairman to sign Georgia Indigent Defense Services Agreement
• Approval of 2023 Alcohol License
• Special Presentation: Jimmy Davis Park Update

The Board of Commissioners approved the first budget amendment for fiscal year 2023 and authorized the Chairman to sign the Georgia Indigent Defense Services Agreement. The board also approved the May 16, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Approved FY23 Budget Amendment #1 (4-0)
• Authorized Chairman to sign Georgia Indigent Defense Services Agreement (4-0)
• Approved May 16, 2023 Regular Meeting minutes (4-0)
• Removed 2023 Alcohol License approval from agenda

Planning & Zoning Commission

There is no regularly scheduled meeting for the Planning & Development body this month.

Board of Assessors

The Putnam County Board of Tax Assessors is meeting to review and approve personal property values for 2023. The board will also decide on the mailing of assessment notices for these properties.

• Approval of 2023 Personal Property Values
• Approval of mailing for 2023 Personal Property Assessment Notices

The Board unanimously approved 2023 personal property values, which reflect a 30% increase over the previous year. The board also authorized the mailing of assessment notices and approved a specific homestead exemption for a disabled veteran.

• Approved 2023 Personal Property Values (unanimous)
• Approved including an explanatory insert for marine equipment assessment notices (unanimous)
• Approved mailing Personal Property Notices of Assessment on May 19, 2023
• Approved 100% disabled veteran homestead exemption for parcel #064A-015 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on zoning requests and review several right-of-way permits. The meeting includes appointments to local authorities and the approval of probation service contract amendments.

• Rezoning request for 5.31 acres at 331 New Phoenix Road from AG to C-1
• Right-of-way permits for AT&T on Harmony Road, Sammons Industrial Parkway, and Greensboro Road
• Right-of-way permit for Tri-County EMC on Parks Mill Road
• Probation Service Contract amendments between Judicial Alternatives and Superior and State Courts
• Application for deannexation for Thompson Investment Holdings, LLLP and others

The Board of Commissioners approved several right-of-way permits for utility work and authorized amendments to probation service contracts. Multiple appointments were made to the Putnam Development Authority and other regional councils. Two rezoning requests were withdrawn, and one was sent back to the Planning and Zoning Commission.

• Sent rezoning request for 331 New Phoenix Road back to Planning and Zoning Commission (4-0)
• Approved withdrawal of rezoning requests for 886 Milledgeville Road and adjacent parcel (4-0)
• Approved Right-of-Way permits for Ansco (AT&T), AT&T, and Tri-County EMC (4-0)
• Authorized Chairman to sign probation service contract amendments for Superior and State Courts (4-0)
• Submitted Rebecca Rocker, Marilyn Simon, and Richard Garrett for Hospital Authority Board-Post 5 (4-0)
• Reappointed Thomas McClain to Region 5 EMS Council (4-0)
• Confirmed Patty Burns and Brice Doolittle to Central Georgia Joint Development Authority (4-0)
• Appointed Walter C. Rocker III and Mylle H. Mangum to Putnam Development Authority (4-0)

Technical Review Committee

The Technical Review Committee is meeting to conduct a preliminary plat review. The body will consider a development request for medical office space.

• Preliminary plat approval request by Lowell White lll / Harmony Health Properties for 113 Harmony Crossing, Suite 5
• Proposed development of three pad ready buildings with parking on 4.64 acres (Map 102D, Parcel 056001 & 056016, zoned C-1)

Technical Review Committee

The Technical Review Committee is meeting to conduct a preliminary plat review. The body will consider a request for a development consisting of one- and two-bedroom apartments.

• Preliminary plat approval request by Pfotzer Properties LLC for 21.82 acres at 769 Monticello Road

Putnam Development Authority

The Putnam Development Authority will meet to ratify expenses for a new office remodel and bank account access. The body will also discuss a downtown parking proposal and rent regarding 580 James Marshall Bypass.

• Ratification of expenses for the new PDA office remodel
• Ratification of Executive Director's access to the People's Bank account
• Ratification of letter to Central Georgia Technical College regarding rent at 580 James Marshall Bypass
• Downtown Parking Proposal

The Putnam Development Authority approved a proposal for downtown parking designs and accepted a lease offer from the State Properties Commission and Technical College System of Georgia. The board also ratified several administrative expenses and bank access for the Executive Director.

• Approved $25K proposal from CNNA Architects for downtown parking conceptual drawings (4-0)
• Accepted lease offer from State Properties Commission and Technical College System of Georgia (3-0)
• Ratified expenses for new PDA office remodel windows and sky lights (3-0)
• Ratified Executive Director's online access to People's Bank account (3-0)
• Ratified sending rent letter to Central Georgia Technical College regarding 580 James Marshall Bypass (4-0)
• Approved April 2023 Financials (3-0)
• Approved April 11, 2023 Regular and Executive Session minutes (3-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Tax Assessors will review taxpayer correspondence and various 2023 applications for homestead, CUVA/FLPA, and Freeport exemptions. The board is scheduled to approve 2023 real property values and the mailing of assessment notices.

• Approval of 2023 Real Property Values
• Approval of 2023 Real Property Assessment Notices mailing
• Review of 2023 Homestead, CUVA/FLPA, and Freeport Applications
• Forwarding of Pre-bill Mobile Home Appeals to Clerk of Court

The Board of Tax Assessors approved the 2023 Real Property Values and the mailing of assessment notices. The board also processed numerous homestead, CUVA, and FLPA applications and approved the 2023 Urban Land Schedule and Ending Ratios.

• Approved 2023 Real Property Values showing 27.55% increase (unanimous)
• Approved mailing of 2023 Real Property Notices of Assessment (unanimous)
• Approved 16 homestead applications and 4 after further consideration (unanimous)
• Denied 21 homestead exemption applications (unanimous)
• Approved 92 CUVA applications and denied 5 (unanimous)
• Approved 5 FLPA applications and corresponding covenants (unanimous)
• Approved intent to breach letters for 6 CUVA parcels (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Urban Land Schedule and Ending Ratios (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss short term rentals. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion regarding short term rentals

The Board of Commissioners held a work session to discuss short-term rental (STR) regulations. No votes or decisions were made; the board gave staff direction to draft revised ordinances with proposed limits on occupancy, parking, renter age, and inspections. A follow-up work session was scheduled for after the June 2 regular meeting.

• No formal votes or decisions taken at work session
• Staff directed to revise STR ordinances with proposed occupancy limits (2 per bedroom + 2, max 12), no street parking, minimum renter age 25, required fire inspections, and a cap on total STRs

Sinclair Water Authority

The Sinclair Water Authority will meet to discuss the purchase of new chlorine analyzers and select a vendor for the 2022 financial audit. The body will also review a capital program update and legal representation.

• Approval of new chlorine analyzers
• Selection of vendor for 2022 financial audit
• Capital Program Update
• Discussion regarding SWA legal representation

The Sinclair Water Authority voted unanimously to instruct ACCG to develop a proposal to terminate its defined-benefit pension plan, which is underfunded at 56% and requires an estimated $100,000 infusion. The board also approved purchasing two chlorine analyzers from Hydrocal for up to $13,000, funded by reallocating money from a security system upgrade, and hired McNair, McLemore, and Middlebrooks for the 2022 audit at up to $16,000. No action was taken on legal representation or other items.

• Approved motion to instruct ACCG to develop a proposal to end the defined-benefit pension plan (5-0)
• Approved substituting instrumentation purchase for security system in capital program (5-0)
• Approved purchase of two HA2-Chlorine Analyzers from Hydrocal for cost not to exceed $13,000 (5-0)
• Approved signing agreement with McNair, McLemore, and Middlebrooks for 2022 audit at amount not to exceed $16,000 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of March 13, 2023 regular meeting (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The regular business meeting scheduled for Friday, May 5, 2023, has been cancelled.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss rezoning requests. Two of the three listed requests have been withdrawn by the owners.

• Request to rezone 5.31 acres at 331 New Phoenix Road from AG to C-1
• Withdrawn request to rezone 56.70 acres at 886 Milledgeville Road from C-1 to C-2
• Withdrawn request to rezone 4.70 acres on Milledgeville Road from C-1 to C-2

The Planning & Zoning Commission deadlocked 2-2 on a request to rezone 5.31 acres at 331 New Phoenix Road from AG to C-1, sending it forward without a recommendation. Two other rezoning requests on Milledgeville Road were withdrawn without prejudice and approved unanimously. The April 4, 2023 minutes were approved.

• Approved April 4, 2023 minutes (4-0)
• Rezoning 5.31 acres at 331 New Phoenix Road from AG to C-1 deadlocked 2-2, moves forward without recommendation
• Approved withdrawal without prejudice of 56.70 acres at 886 Milledgeville Road rezoning from C-1 to C-2 (4-0)
• Approved withdrawal without prejudice of 4.70 acres on Milledgeville Road rezoning from C-1 to C-2 (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is holding a called meeting to authorize a safety grant application and approve employee insurance benefits. The board will also vote on the cancellation of the May 5, 2023 regular meeting.

• Authorization for Chairman to sign 2023 ACCG Group Self-Insurance Workers' Compensation Fund Employee Safety Grant Application
• Approval of employee insurance benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Cancellation of the May 5, 2023 Regular BOC Meeting

The Board of Commissioners authorized the Chairman to apply for a workers' compensation employee safety grant. They also approved the renewal of various employee insurance benefits while maintaining current contribution rates. Additionally, the regular meeting scheduled for May 5, 2023, was cancelled.

• Authorized Chairman to sign 2023 ACCG Group Self-Insurance Workers' Compensation Fund Employee Safety Grant Application (3-0)
• Approved renewal of employee medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits and maintained current employee contribution rates (3-0)
• Cancelled May 5, 2023 Regular BOC Meeting (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on three rezoning requests and proposed changes to the Zoning Code of Ordinances. The board will also consider a moratorium on new short-term rental applications.

• Rezoning request for .53 acres on Avant Road from C-1 to R-2
• Rezoning request for .49 acres at 590 Twin Bridges Road from C-1 to R-2
• Rezoning request for 2.64 acres at 1043 Oconee Springs Road from AG to R-2
• Proposed adoption of changes to Code of Ordinances Chapter 66 (Zoning)
• Approval of purchase of Caterpillar, Inc. Model: 306 CA Hydraulic Excavator for Public Works

The Board of Commissioners approved a temporary freeze on new short-term rental applications and updated the county's zoning code. Several property rezoning requests were granted, and the board authorized a new excavator purchase for Public Works.

• Approved 91-day moratorium on new short-term rental applications
• Adopted changes to Code of Ordinances Chapter 66 (Zoning) and ended variance moratorium
• Approved rezoning of .53 acres on Avant Road from C-1 to R-2 (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of .49 acres at 590 Twin Bridges Road from C-1 to R-2 (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of 2.64 acres at 1043 Oconee Springs Road from AG to R-2 (4-0)
• Approved $71,975.00 purchase of Caterpillar 306 CA Hydraulic Excavator for Public Works (4-0)
• Approved revised Financial Policy and P-Card Policy with amendment regarding $5M investment notification (4-0)
• Submitted Billy Webster, Georgia Smith, and Rebecca Rocker for Hospital Authority Board Post 1 (4-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Tax Assessors is meeting to process 2023 tax-related filings and appeals. The board will review property returns, homestead applications, and specific contractor personal property. They will also discuss a Superior Court case and set a date for assessment notices.

• 2023 Pre-bill Appeals
• 2023 Real Property Returns
• 2023 Homestead Applications and Removals
• 2023 CUVA/FLPA and Freeport Applications
• Personal Property of E R Snell Contractor Inc

The Board of Tax Assessors approved 572 homestead applications and 73 homestead removals. The board also approved value changes for 38 pre-billed mobile home appeals and granted tax-exempt status for ER Snell Contractor Inc personal property. Additionally, 44 CUV and 26 Freeport applications were approved.

• Approved minutes from March 14, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved value changes on 38 pre-billed mobile homes (unanimous)
• Acknowledged receipt of 9 real property returns (unanimous)
• Approved 572 homestead applications for 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved 73 homestead removals (unanimous)
• Approved 44 CUV applications (unanimous)
• Approved 26 Freeport applications (unanimous)
• Approved tax-exempt status on personal property for ER Snell Contractor Inc (unanimous)

Putnam Development Authority

The Putnam Development Authority will meet to approve financial reports and minutes. The body is scheduled to ratify the authorization for a signer to cash a CD at Farmers and Merchants Bank and transfer the funds to the operating account.

• Ratification of authorized signer to cash CD at Farmers and Merchants Bank and transfer to Operating Account
• Approval of February and March 2023 financials

The Authority converted Executive Director Matt Poyner from an independent contractor to a full-time W-2 employee with a 10% pay increase. The board also approved financial reports and appointed two members to the Central Georgia Joint Development Authority.

• Converted Matt Poyner to full-time W-2 employee effective April 1, 2023, with pay set at 10% over 2021 contractor rate (Unanimous)
• Approved engagement of Thomas & Hutton as needed up to $5,000 (5-0)
• Appointed Patty Burns and Brice Doolittle to the Central Georgia Joint Development Authority for four-year terms (5-0)
• Approved February and March 2023 Financials (5-0)
• Ratified moving funds from a CD to the operating account (5-0)
• Approved February 14, 2023 Regular and Executive Session minutes (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The regular business meeting scheduled for Friday, April 7, 2023, has been cancelled.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet with U.S. Representative Mike Collins and the Eatonton City Council. The notice states that no action will be taken during this event.

• Visit and speaking engagement by U.S. Representative Mike Collins

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing to discuss three requests to change land zoning. These requests involve properties on Avant Road, Twin Bridges Road, and Oconee Springs Road.

• Request to rezone .53 acres on Avant Road from C-1 to R-2
• Request to rezone .49 acres at 590 Twin Bridges Road from C-1 to R-2
• Request to rezone 2.64 acres at 1043 Oconee Springs Road from AG to R-2

The commission approved requests to rezone parcels on Avant Road, Twin Bridges Road, and Oconee Springs Road to residential use. These decisions include conditions regarding the filing of accurate plats with the Superior Court.

• Approved March 2, 2023 minutes (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of .53 acres on Avant Road and .49 acres at 590 Twin Bridges Road from C-1 to R-2 (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of 2.64 acres at 1043 Oconee Springs Road from AG to R-2 (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners is holding a special called meeting. The primary purpose of the meeting is to discuss a Short Term Vacation Rental Ordinance.

• Discussion on Short Term Vacation Rental Ordinance

The Board held a special called meeting to discuss a Short Term Vacation Rental Ordinance. Sheriff Howard Sills provided suggestions for revisions, and several residents spoke both in support of and against short term rentals. No formal vote or decision was made regarding the ordinance.

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners is holding a special called meeting. The primary purpose of the meeting is to discuss a Short Term Vacation Rental Ordinance.

• Discussion on Short Term Vacation Rental Ordinance (Appendix D)

The Board held a special called meeting to discuss the Short Term Vacation Rental Ordinance. Sheriff Howard Sills provided enforcement suggestions, and various residents spoke both in support of and against short term rentals. No formal action was taken on the ordinance.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss proposed changes to the Putnam County Code of Ordinances regarding zoning. The meeting includes decisions on a right-of-way permit and the transfer of a waterline to EPWSA.

• Request to rezone 5.31 acres at 331 New Phoenix Road from AG to C-2 (applicant requesting withdrawal)
• Right-of-Way Permit for Tri-County EMC work on Dennis Station Road
• Proposed changes to the Putnam County Code of Ordinances (Chapter 66 - Zoning)
• Termination of agreement with Corporate Health Partners
• Transfer of Lower Harmony/Bethel Church waterline to EPWSA

The Board of Commissioners approved a list of 2023 LMIG projects totaling $939,277.50 and terminated a contract with Corporate Health Partners to save $80,000. Other actions included approving a subdivision plat and authorizing a public hearing for zoning ordinance changes.

• Approved 2023 LMIG Projects totaling $939,277.50 (4-0)
• Terminated agreement with Corporate Health Partners to save $80,000 (4-0)
• Authorized public hearing for proposed changes to Zoning Code Chapter 66 (4-0)
• Approved final plat subdivision for Meadowcrest Phase II (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved transfer of Lower Harmony/Bethel Church waterline to EPWSA (4-0)
• Approved Right-of-Way Permit for Tri-County EMC on Dennis Station Road (4-0)
• Authorized Chairman to sign Resolution for Hazard Mitigation Plan 2022-2027 (4-0)
• Approved request to withdraw rezoning application for 331 New Phoenix Road (4-0)

Putnam Development Authority

The regular business meeting scheduled for March 14, 2023, has been cancelled. A rescheduled date and time have not yet been determined.

Board of Assessors

The Board of Tax Assessors will meet to review taxpayer correspondence and 2023 land schedules. The body will also begin reviewing 2023 pre-bill appeals and discuss monthly sales trending factors.

• Review of 2023 Pre-Bill Appeals
• Review of 2023 Small Land Schedules
• Review of 2023 Large Land Schedules
• Discussion of 2023 Monthly Sales Trending Factors Process
• Update on Appeals to Superior Court

The Board approved the 2023 Small and Large Land Schedules and processed several tax-related applications. The board also ruled on CUV breaches and approved value changes for 16 pre-billed mobile homes.

• Approved February 14, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved F5 exemption retroactive to 2022 for parcel #115C-058
• Approved voluntary breach without penalty on parcel #106-002 (unanimous)
• Approved voluntary breaches with penalties on parcels #056-003-001 and #057C-308 (unanimous)
• Approved value changes and 30-day notices for 16 pre-billed mobile homes (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Small Land Schedule (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Large Land Schedule (unanimous)

Sinclair Water Authority

The Sinclair Water Authority will meet to review operations and financial reports. The body will introduce a newly promoted Plant Manager and discuss the Capital Program.

• Introduction of Plant Manager Clay Stuart
• Capital Program Update
• Signatory approval for Commissioner Jeff Wooten
• Operations Report presented by ESG, Inc.

The Authority approved the minutes from the January 9, 2023 meeting and added Member Jeff Wooten as a signatory on the checking account. The board received operations and capital program updates, including the introduction of new Plant Manager Clay Stuart.

• Approved January 9, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes with correction (5-0)
• Approved adding Member Wooten as a signatory on the checking account (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will decide on the 2024 Budget and the 2023 Mill Rate Schedule. The body is also considering a moratorium on variances and changes to the Short Term Vacation Rental Ordinance.

• Approval of 2024 Budget and 2023 Mill Rate Schedule
• Awarding of Solicitation #23-36001-001 for two ambulances
• Approval of Moratorium on Variances
• Approval of 2023 Alcohol Licenses
• Scheduling of two special meetings regarding the Short Term Vacation Rental Ordinance

The Board of Commissioners approved the 2024 Budget and 2023 Mill Rate Schedule. They also awarded a contract for two ambulances and established a moratorium on variances. Additionally, the board disbanded the Short Term Vacation Rental Study Committee and scheduled public input meetings.

• Approved 2024 Budget and 2023 Mill Rate Schedule (4-0)
• Awarded $534,376.00 contract to Custom Truck Body Works for two ambulances (4-0)
• Rescinded January 6, 2023 motion and disbanded Short Term Vacation Rental Study Committee (4-0)
• Approved scheduling two special called meetings for public input on Short Term Vacation Rental Ordinance (4-0)
• Approved Moratorium on Variances (4-0)
• Authorized Settlement Agreement with Lauren and Josh Sprayberry and granted variance as a matter of law (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including 2023 Alcohol Licenses and Revised Transit Procurement Manual (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to approve the 2023 meeting schedule and deadlines. The commission will also address a rezoning request that the applicant is seeking to withdraw.

• Approval of 2023 P&Z Meeting Schedule & Deadlines
• Withdrawal request for rezoning 5.31 acres at 331 New Phoenix Road from AG to C-2

The commission approved a request to withdraw a C-2 zoning application without prejudice for a property at 331 New Phoenix Road. The board also approved the 2023 meeting schedule and deadlines.

• Approved request to withdraw C-2 zoning application without prejudice at 331 New Phoenix Road (5-0)
• Approved 2023 P&Z Meeting Schedule & Deadlines (5-0)
• Approved December 01, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the relocation of the County Extension Office and approve several right-of-way permits. The meeting includes decisions on alcohol licenses and easement purchases for Georgia Power.

• Discussion on moving County Extension Office to Jimmy Davis Park
• Approval of 2023 Alcohol Licenses
• Right-of-Way Permit Applications for Charter Spectrum/Ficoa Communications across multiple roads including Parks Mill Road
• Georgia Power Easement Purchases for Martin Mill Road/Old Landfill Parcels 012 and 013
• Approval of Short Term Rental Study Committee Roster

The Board of Commissioners approved the relocation of the County Extension Office and several right-of-way and easement permits. A proposal regarding the Short Term Rental Study Committee roster was tabled, and a letter to the Governor concerning the Highway 44 project was approved.

• Approved moving County Extension office to Jimmy Davis Park
• Approved 2023 Alcohol Licenses
• Tabled Short Term Rental Study Committee Roster
• Approved Right-of-Way Permit Applications from Charter Spectrum/Ficoa Communications
• Approved Georgia Power Easement Purchases for Martin Mill Road/Old Landfill (Parcels 012 and 013)
• Appointed Pam Atkinson to the Eatonton-Putnam Library Board of Trustees
• Approved mailing a letter and SaveMy44 package to Governor Kemp regarding State Route 44

Putnam Development Authority

The Putnam Development Authority will meet to review January 2023 financials and the Economic Development Director's report. The body is scheduled to discuss HVAC for CGTC.

• HVAC - CGTC

Board of Assessors

The Putnam County Board of Tax Assessors will meet to approve various 2023 property value schedules and review taxpayer correspondence. The board will also address a homestead application for a 100% disabled veteran and provide updates on mobile home and Superior Court appeals.

• Review and approval of 2023 Timber Harvest Values
• Review and approval of 2023 CUVA Values
• Review and approval of 2023 FLPA Values
• Review of Homestead Application (100% Disabled Veteran)
• Review and approval of Pricing Schedules

The Board unanimously approved several 2023 pricing schedules for residential, commercial, and mobile home properties. The board also accepted 2023 Timber Harvest, CUVA, and FLPA values, including a 3% increase for CUVA and FLPA. Additionally, the board ruled on specific homestead exemptions and CUVA breach notices.

• Approved Commercial/Industrial Base and Commercial Extra Features Schedules (unanimous)
• Approved Accessory Base Schedule (unanimous)
• Approved Residential Schedule (unanimous)
• Approved Mobile Home Cost Schedule (unanimous)
• Reinstated 2022 homestead exemption for parcel #087B-099 (unanimous)
• Maintained homestead exemption for parcel #103A-122 (unanimous)
• Approved retroactive 2022 S5 exemption for parcel #103A-103 (unanimous)
• Accepted 2023 Timber Harvest, CUVA, and FLPA values (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding proposed changes to Chapter 2 (Administration) of the Putnam County Code of Ordinances. The body will also review the 2022 Audit Report and the Chamber of Commerce Annual Report.

• Proposed adoption of changes to Code of Ordinances - Chapter 2 (Administration)
• Approval of 2023 Contract with Eatonton-Putnam Chamber of Commerce
• Right-of-Way Permit requests for Greensboro Road, Loch Way, 143 Napier Road, and Parks Mill Road
• Final Plat Application and Plans for Plantation Pines Phase 3
• Discussion on GDOT Highway 44 Project and Jet Ski Rentals at Oconee Springs Park

The Board of Commissioners voted to request that GDOT pause plans for the Highway 44 widening project to consider citizen and business feedback. The board also approved several right-of-way permits and updated the county code of ordinances. No action was taken regarding jet ski rentals at Oconee Springs Park.

• Adopted changes to Code of Ordinances Chapter 2 (Administration)
• Approved 2023 Alcohol Licenses
• Approved Final Plat Application and Plans for Plantation Pines Phase 3
• Approved 2023 Contract with Eatonton-Putnam Chamber of Commerce
• Approved Right-of-Way Permit for AT&T on Loch Way
• Approved Right-of-Way Permit for Tyrone Turner at 143 Napier Road
• Approved Right-of-Way Permit for Charter Spectrum on Parks Mill Road
• Approved request for staff to write a letter to GDOT and state officials to pause Highway 44 plans

Planning & Zoning Commission

There is no regularly scheduled meeting for the Putnam County Planning & Zoning Commission this month.

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss the 2023 LMIG projects and the County Manager contract. The board is also reviewing a right-of-way permit request from AT&T.

• Approval of 2023 Alcohol Licenses
• AT&T Right-of-Way Permit for Pea Ridge Road and MLK Jr Drive
• Discussion and possible action on 2023 LMIG project(s)
• Approval of County Manager Contract

The Board of Commissioners approved a list of GDOT LMIG road projects totaling approximately $925,000. The board also approved the County Manager's contract and granted a right-of-way permit to AT&T. A request for a new coroner's van was partially addressed by directing staff to research used cargo vans.

• Approved 2023 GDOT LMIG road projects for Sammons Parkway, Dennis Station Road, Little Road, Clarks Fork Road, and Old Phoenix Road at an estimated $925,000 (4-0)
• Approved County Manager Contract as presented (4-0)
• Approved AT&T Right-of-Way Permit for Pea Ridge Road and MLK Jr Drive (4-0)
• Approved 2023 Alcohol Licenses (4-0)
• Directed staff to look into a used cargo van for the coroner (4-0)
• Approved January 6, 2023 Regular and Executive Session minutes (4-0)

Putnam Development Authority

The Putnam Development Authority will meet to elect its leadership for the year and review bid awards. The body will also approve December 2022 financials and minutes.

• Selection of Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Secretary/Treasurer, and Assistant Secretary/Treasurer
• Bid Review/Award
• Approval of December 2022 Financials

The Authority adopted a bid scoring matrix and authorized staff to finalize a Purchase and Sale Agreement with the Drew Company, Inc., pending a reference check. The board also re-elected its current officers and authorized legal counsel to revise the bylaws.

• Approved December 13, 2022 Regular and Executive Session minutes (5-0)
• Approved December 2022 Financials (5-0)
• Elected Walt Rocker III (Chairman), John Wojtas (Vice Chairman), Patty Burns (Secretary/Treasurer), and Lynn Butterworth (Assistant Secretary/Treasurer) and authorized bylaw revisions (4-1)
• Adopted bid scoring matrix and authorized staff to finalize Purchase and Sale Agreement with Drew Company, Inc. contingent on reference check (5-0)
• Entered Executive Session for Litigation and Real Estate (3-0)
• Reopened meeting and executed Affidavit regarding Executive Session (3-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will elect a Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary for 2023. The body will also review taxpayer correspondence, CUVA breaches, and pricing schedules.

• Election of 2023 Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary
• Review of CUVA Breaches and Consent Agenda
• Review and approval of Pricing Schedules
• Updates on Superior Court appeals
• Updates on Pre-billed Mobile Home Appeals

The Board elected its 2023 officers and approved the 2023 CUV Consent Agenda and beginning ratios. The board also approved a covenant breach for parcel #106-077. A review of pricing schedules was tabled.

• Elected Shelby Storey as chairman (unanimous)
• Elected John Richter as vice-chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Paula Spivey as secretary (unanimous)
• Approved December 13, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved breach of covenant for parcel #106-077 (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 CUV Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Accepted 2023 beginning ratios (unanimous)
• Tabled review of pricing schedules

Sinclair Water Authority

The Sinclair Water Authority will meet to review operations and financial reports. The body is discussing requests for proposals for a 2022 financial audit and 2023 legal counsel representation.

• Request for proposals for 2022 financial audit
• Request for proposals for 2023 legal counsel representation
• Discussion regarding Christmas Holiday freezing issues
• Operations report presented by ESG, Inc.

The Authority approved issuing requests for proposals for the 2022 financial audit and for legal counsel representation. The board also approved the minutes from the November 14, 2022 meeting.

• Approved November 14, 2022 Regular Meeting Minutes (5-0)
• Approved issuing RFP for 2022 Audit (5-0)
• Approved issuing RFP for Legal Counsel representation (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to appoint the County Manager, County Attorney, and County Clerk. The body will also consider the formation of a Short Term Vacation Rental Study Committee and the transfer of funds from a tax relief account.

• Appointment of County Manager and approval of contract
• Appointment of County Attorney and County Clerk
• Authorization to transfer funds from Restricted For Ad Valorem Tax Relief Account to Unassigned Fund Balance Account
• Proposed public hearing for changes to Putnam County Code of Ordinances - Chapter 2 (Administration)
• Approval of 2023 Alcohol Licenses

The Board of Commissioners established a community committee to study short-term rental ordinances. The board also filled several key administrative and commission appointments and approved fund transfers.

• Formed Short Term Vacation Rental Study Committee (4-0)
• Appointed Daniel Brown as Vice Chairman of the Board
• Appointed Jeff Wooten to the Sinclair Water Authority
• Reappointed Fleming & Nelson, LLP as County Attorney (4-0)
• Reappointed Lynn Butterworth as County Clerk (4-0)
• Appointed Maurice Hill, Jr., Charles Hurt, Harold Jones, and Shad Atkinson to Planning & Zoning Commission
• Appointed John T. Mitchell as Chairman of the Planning & Zoning Commission
• Authorized transfer of funds from Restricted For Ad Valorem Tax Relief Account to Unassigned Fund Balance Account (4-0)