White County, GA

Wed Sep 2, 2026

Alcohol Beverage Commission

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White County Alcohol Beverage Commission (ABC) Meeting Notice The White County Alcohol Beverage Commission (ABC) will hold a Called Meeting on Wednesday, September 2, at 3:00 p.m. in the Conference Room at the Administration Building 1235 Helen Hwy Cleveland, Ga. The purpose of the Called Meeting will be to consider an application submitted by Mr. Smit Patel for New Shop 115, LLC at 4095 East Hwy 115 Cleveland, Ga for a provisional retail package alcohol license. Posted: 08/28/2026 To Media – White County News & WRWH White County Alcohol Beverage Commission (ABC) Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. Agenda 1. Call to order. 2. Consider adoption of the June 4, 2026 Meeting Minutes. 3. Consider an application submitted by Mr. Smit Patel for New Shop 115, LLC at 4095 East Hwy 115 Cleveland, Ga for a provisional retail package alcohol license – for lending purposes. 4. Discuss future meetings and applications in process. 5. Adjourn.

Wed Sep 9, 2026

Board of Assessors

Mon Sep 14, 2026

Recreation Advisory Board

Mon Oct 12, 2026

Recreation Advisory Board

Wed Oct 14, 2026

Board of Assessors

Mon Nov 9, 2026

Recreation Advisory Board

Wed Nov 18, 2026

Board of Assessors

Wed Dec 9, 2026

Board of Assessors

Mon Dec 14, 2026

Recreation Advisory Board

Recent meetings

Fri Aug 28, 2026

Board of Commissioners

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WHITE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING NOTICE Thursday, August 20, 2026: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building to receive public comment on the setting of the 2026 millage rate (see the following Notice of Property Tax Increase & Press Release). Friday, August 28, 2026: The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a combined Public Hearing and Called Meeting on Friday, August 28, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building in order to receive public comment on the setting of the 2026 millage rate (see the following Notice of Property Tax Increase & Press Release). Immediately following the Public Hearing, the Board will enter into a Called Meeting in order to consider adopting a resolution setting the 2026 millage rate. Monday, August 31, 2026: White County Board of Commissioners combined Work Session and Regular Meeting Monday, August 31, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building. The deadline for agenda requests will be Tuesday, August 25, 2026. Monday, September 7, 2026: White County offices will be closed in observance of Labor Day – no Board of Commissioners meeting will be held. NOTICE OF PROPERTY TAX INCREASE The White County Board of Commissioners announces the intent to increase 2026 property taxes by 16.44% over the rollback millage rate. All co …

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Tue Aug 25, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hear two variance requests and one rezoning

The White County Planning Commission will hold a work session and public hearing to consider two code variance requests and one rezoning request. The first variance seeks to allow access to an easement without upgrading a road to county standards, and the second seeks reduced setbacks on a small lot. The public hearing will consider a request to rezone a 5.89-acre tract from agricultural to residential.

Variance request by Bryan English for 7482 Duncan Bridge Rd (Map/Parcel 076 091F, 10.00 acres, A1) to allow easement access without road upgrade
Variance request by Donald Savage for 0 Runway Circle (Map/Parcel 063A 053, 0.145 acres, A1) to reduce front setback to 0 ft and side setbacks to 2.5 ft
Rezoning request by Benjamin and Jordan Turner for 0 Webb West Rd (Map/Parcel 078 084, 5.89 acres) from A1 Agricultural to R1 Residential

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WHITE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA WORK SESSION AND PUBLIC HEARING Page 1 of 1 Tuesday, August 25, 2026 Administration Building 6:30 pm 1235 Helen Hwy, Cleveland, Ga. 30528 I. Call to Order II. Invocation III. Review of Agenda IV. Review and approval of minutes of August 4, 2026 V. Public Comment VI. Old Business VII. New Business 1. Bryan English is requesting a code variance of Appendix B, Section 608 Road Standards. Address is 7482 Duncan Bridge Rd. Map and Parcel 076 091F with a total of 10.00 acres zoned A1. Mr. English is asking for access to an easement without having to upgrade the road to county standards. 2. Donald Savage is requesting a code variance of Appendix B, Section 804 Setbacks and Section 802 Lot Width and Size. Address is 0 Runway Circle. Map and Parcel 063A 053 with a total acreage 0.145 zoned A1. Mr. Savage is asking to reduced the setback to 0 feet on the front property line and 2.5 feet on each side. VIII. Adjournment I. Call to Order II. Public Hearing 1. Benjamin and Jordan Turner request to rezone tract 1 of Map and Parcel 078 084 located at 0 Webb West Rd from A1 Agricultural to R1 Residential. Total acreage is 5.89. III. Adjournment

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WHITE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES WORK SESSION AND PUBLIC HEARING Page 1 of 2 Tuesday, August 25th, 2026 Administration Building 6:30 pm 1235 Helen Hwy, Cleveland, Ga. 30528 I. Call to Order – Chairman Thomas called meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. II. Invocation- Said by Commissioner Yarbrough III. Review of Agenda IV. Review and approval of minutes of July 28 and August 4, 2026 a. Motion to approve made by Commissioner Dixon, seconded by Commissioner Ackerman, Approved Unanimously V. Public Comment a. None b. Chairman Thomas requested the Public Comment portion of the meeting be moved to the end of the agenda moving forward VI. Old Business a. None VII. New Business a. Bryan English is requesting a code variance of Appendix B, Section 608 Road Standards. Address is 7482 Duncan Bridge Rd. Map and Parcel 076 091F with a total of 10.00 acres zoned A1. Mr. English is asking for access to an easement without having to upgrade the road to county standards. 1. Senior Planner Carter presented the case for Bryan English. The application is for access off an easement without having to bring the road up to county standards. Mr. English is the current property owner and was attempting to sale the property when a very specific statement on the recorded plat was notice. The statement says the road must be upgraded to meet county standards once the mortgage has been fully satisfied. At that point, the property would revert from the ten- acre track bac …

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Thu Aug 20, 2026

Board of Commissioners

White County proposes 2026 millage rate decrease to 8.555

The White County Board of Commissioners is holding a public hearing on the proposed 2026 millage rate of 8.555 mills, a decrease from the 2025 rate of 8.842. The Finance Director will present the rate, and public comment will be received. The proposed rate is tied to the FY2027 general fund budget of $34,458,311 and would generate $14,064,692 in property tax revenue.

Proposed 2026 millage rate: 8.555 mills (down from 8.842 in 2025)
FY2027 general fund budget: $34,458,311
Estimated property tax revenue at proposed rate: $14,064,692
Budget includes 6 new firefighter positions ($434,182), health insurance premium increase ($525,296), employee COLA ($690,000), EMS contract increase ($120,090)
Average $300,000 home would see county tax drop from $1,043.36 to $855.50

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Board of Commissioners •Agenda Package• Millage Public Hearings Thursday, August 20, 2026 WHITE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS PUBLIC HEARING - 2026 MILLAGE RATE THURSDAY, AUGUST 20, 2026 AT 6:00 P.M. AGENDA ____________________________________________________________________________________ 1. Call to Order. 2. Ms. Jodi Ligon, Finance Director, to make the presentation regarding the proposed 2026 millage rate. 3. Receive public comment regarding the proposed 2026 millage rate. 4. Adjourn. Tax Year 2026 Millage Rate August 20, 2026 Millage Rate…… • Percentage figure applied to the value of your property to calculate your property tax liability. A “mill” equals one dollar of tax on every thousand dollars of taxable value. Tax dollars are used to fund the cost of governmental operations and services each year. • The White County Assessors office determines the fair market value of property, which is then taxed 40% of the value. • The Tax Commissioner takes the information, applies the millage set by the governing authority, then bills and collects the taxes. Millage Rate Recommendation • The Board of Commissioners has announced and advertised a millage rate of 8.555 for the tax year 2026. This is a decrease from the 2025 tax year rate of 8.842. • FY2027 approved general fund budget totals $34,458,311. The proposed millage rate of 8.555 will provide $14,064,692 in property tax revenue. FY2027 Approved Budget Impacts: 6 Firefighter positions - $434,182 …

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Thu Aug 20, 2026

Board of Commissioners

White County proposes 2026 millage rate decrease to 8.555

The White County Board of Commissioners is holding a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed 2026 millage rate of 8.555 mills, a decrease from the 2025 rate of 8.842 mills. The proposed rate is expected to generate $14,064,692 in property tax revenue for the FY2027 general fund budget of $34,458,311. The hearing includes a presentation by Finance Director Jodi Ligon and an opportunity for public comment.

Proposed 2026 millage rate: 8.555 mills (down from 8.842 in 2025)
FY2027 general fund budget: $34,458,311
Property tax revenue estimate: $14,064,692
Budget includes 6 new firefighter positions ($434,182), health insurance increase ($525,296), employee COLA ($690,000), EMS contract increase ($120,090)
Average $300,000 home would see county tax drop from $1,043.36 to $855.50

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Board of Commissioners •Agenda Package• Millage Public Hearings Thursday, August 20, 2026 WHITE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS PUBLIC HEARING - 2026 MILLAGE RATE THURSDAY, AUGUST 20, 2026 AT 8:30 A.M. AGENDA ____________________________________________________________________________________ 1. Call to Order. 2. Ms. Jodi Ligon, Finance Director, to make the presentation regarding the proposed 2026 millage rate. 3. Receive public comment regarding the proposed 2026 millage rate. 4. Adjourn. Tax Year 2026 Millage Rate August 20, 2026 Millage Rate…… • Percentage figure applied to the value of your property to calculate your property tax liability. A “mill” equals one dollar of tax on every thousand dollars of taxable value. Tax dollars are used to fund the cost of governmental operations and services each year. • The White County Assessors office determines the fair market value of property, which is then taxed 40% of the value. • The Tax Commissioner takes the information, applies the millage set by the governing authority, then bills and collects the taxes. Millage Rate Recommendation • The Board of Commissioners has announced and advertised a millage rate of 8.555 for the tax year 2026. This is a decrease from the 2025 tax year rate of 8.842. • FY2027 approved general fund budget totals $34,458,311. The proposed millage rate of 8.555 will provide $14,064,692 in property tax revenue. FY2027 Approved Budget Impacts: 6 Firefighter positions - $434,182 …

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Mon Aug 17, 2026

Board of Commissioners

White County to vote on 3 moratoriums for convenience stores, vape shops, and Helen Highway development

The White County Board of Commissioners is holding a called meeting to consider three moratoriums on new development in unincorporated areas. These would temporarily halt applications for convenience stores, vape shops and CBD stores, and commercial development along the Helen Highway (SR 75) corridor. The board will also enter an executive session to discuss personnel matters.

Moratorium on new convenience stores (Resolution 2026-16) until Feb 15, 2027
Moratorium on new vape shops and CBD stores (Resolution 2026-17) until Feb 8, 2027
Moratorium on new commercial development along Helen Highway/SR 75 from Hulsey Road to GA 17 (Resolution 2026-18) until Feb 8, 2027
Executive session for personnel discussion

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WHITE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS CALLED MEETING MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2026 AT 10:00 A.M. AGENDA __________________________________________________________________________________________ 1. Call to Order. 2. Consider adoption of a moratorium (County Resolution No. 2026-16) for new convenience stores in the unincorporated area of the county. 3. Consider adoption of a moratorium (County Resolution No. 2026-17) for new vape shops, and new CBD stores in the unincorporated area of the county. 4. Consider adoption of a moratorium (County Resolution No. 2026-18) on new commercial development within the Helen Highway - (Georgia State Route 75 (SR 75) - Corridor Study Area. 5. Consider entering into Executive Session in order to discuss matters of personnel. 6. Adjourn. AGENDA REQUEST FORM Item Title: Moratorium on accepting applications for Convenience Stores For Meeting Date: 8/13/2026 Work Session Regular Meeting Public Hearing Category (Select One): Land Use Application Submitted By: Jessie Owensby Attachments: Yes If yes, please list each file name below: 1. Resolution 2. 3. ________________________________________________________________________________________________ Purpose: The purpose for this moratorium is to study the areas of our county and find the answers to several questions: 1. Where are our existing stores located? 2. Are there areas of the county that are overserved or underserved? 3. What does the market actually s …

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Wed Aug 12, 2026

Board of Assessors

Tue Aug 11, 2026

Development Authority

✓ Decided: White County Development Authority elects Don Allison as chairman

The White County Development Authority unanimously approved financial statements for May, June, and July 2026, and elected new officers: Don Allison as Chairman, Joe Whelchel as Vice Chairman, and John Ziemer as Secretary. The board also noted the resignation of Virginia Roberts and discussed updates on economic development, the water authority, and chamber activities.

Approved minutes of March 10, 2026 (unanimous)
Approved financial statements for May, June, July 2026 and CD balance sheet (unanimous)
Elected Don Allison as Chairman (unanimous)
Elected Joe Whelchel as Vice Chairman (unanimous)
Elected John Ziemer as Secretary (unanimous)
Noted resignation of Virginia Roberts (accepted)

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Community and Economic Development Department 1241 Helen Highway, Cleveland, GA 30528 (706) 865-6768 White County Community and Economic Development Department planningdept@whitecountyga.gov 706-865-6768 WHITE COUNTY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY AGENDA REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, August 11, 2026 Administration Building 4:30 p.m. 1235 Helen Hwy, Cleveland, Ga. 30528 I. Call to Order II. Review of Agenda III. Approval of Minutes from 3.9.2026 IV. Approval of Financial statements for May, June, July and CD balance sheet V. Election of new officers VI. Financial Signatures VII. Mandatory Training VIII. Old Business a. Economic Development/County Update- Jessie Owensby b. Water Authority (WCWA) Update- John Zeimer c. Chamber Update- Beth Truelove d. Other Business IX. Adjournment WHITE COUNTY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Page 1 of 2 DATE: Tuesday, March 10th, 2026 PLACE: Community & Economic Development Conference Room 1241 Helen Highway, Suite 200 Cleveland, GA, 30528 TIME: 4:30 PM Board members present were Michael Yarbrough, Ridley Kinsey, Joe Whelchel, Virginia Roberts, Don Allison, and John Ziemer. Guests present were Carl Free, Denise Etheridge, Jessie Owensby, Derick Canupp, and Mercedes Dodd. Chairman Yarbrough introduced Ms. Jessie Owensby, new Director of Community & Economic Development. Mr. Canupp outlined Ms. Owensby’s detailed education and exper …

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WHITE COUNTY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Page 1 of 3 Tuesday, August 11th, 2026 Administration Building 4:30 pm 1235 Helen Hwy, Cleveland, Ga. 30528 I. Call to Order - Secretary Ziemer called the meeting to order at 4:31 p.m. II. Review of Agenda III. Review and approval of minutes of March 10th,2026 a. Motion to approve made by Don Allison, seconded by Joe Whelchel, Approved Unanimously IV. Approval of Financial statements for May, June, July and CD balance sheet a. Jodi Ligon gave a presentation on the financial activity for the months of May, June and July. For the month of May, a check for $8940.00 was issued to White County Chamber of Commerce for a workforce development program, a check for $487.50 was issued to Carl Free for his attorney services, a monthly $50.00 positive pay service fee was assessed and interest earned was $105.55. For the month of June, a monthly $50.00 positive pay service fee was assessed and interest earned was $97.12. For the month of July, the monthly positive pay fee was incorrectly charged for $55.00 and interest earned was $94.20. The Finance Department is working with the bank to get the positive pay fee corrected to $50.00. The ending balance for the account as of July 31st, 2026 was $35,065.89. Jodi also went over two CDs that the Development Authority has. One is with United Bank and is in the amount of $60,000. The other is with Apex Bank and is in the amount of $60,000. Joe Whelchel made …

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Mon Aug 10, 2026

Recreation Advisory Board

✓ Decided: Board agrees to draft fundraising guidelines for football teams

The Recreation Advisory Board discussed concerns about fundraising and sponsorships by football teams and agreed to create written guidelines for consistency. The board also reviewed a coach/parent conduct incident and considered resending a zero-tolerance policy for signatures. Facility updates and the upcoming Turkey Trot were discussed, but no formal votes were taken.

Agreed to develop written guidelines for football fundraising and sponsorships
Reinforced that only approved coaches may participate in practices and team activities
Considered resending the Zero-Tolerance Policy for coach and parent signatures

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Recreation Advisory Board – Meeting Highlights Date: August 10, 2026 Advisory Board Members Present: Marshall Anderson, Ryan Freeman, Candice Merck, Carlos Santiago, Mary Trigg, Addi Vandergriff, Wayne Wilkes White County Staff Present: Kim McEntire, Corey Collins, Carson Finley, Danielle Scholfill Meeting Highlights 1. Call to Order / Welcome ● The meeting was called to order. 2. New Business/Updates a. Football Fundraising & Sponsorships ● Concerns were raised regarding the amount of fundraising and sponsorships being conducted by individual recreation football teams, as well as the impact on local businesses that are also asked to support school sports, clubs, and other community organizations. ● The board agreed that written guidelines would help provide consistency for coaches, parents, board members, and the community. b. Football Coach/Parent Conduct ● The board reviewed a recent football-related incident involving coach/parent conduct and expectations regarding individuals permitted on the field. ● It was reinforced that only approved coaches should participate in practices and team activities. ● The board considered resending the Zero-Tolerance Policy and having coaches and parents acknowledge and sign it. c. Facility Updates ● Updates were provided on ongoing facility improvements, including flooring work. ● The possibility of adding a water-bottle filling station, similar to the one currently being used at Tesnatee Gap, was brought f …

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Tue Aug 4, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review Jimmy Mac Park Phase II preliminary plat for five mobile homes

The White County Planning Commission will hold a work session to review a preliminary plat application for Jimmy Mac Park Phase II. The 4.03-acre project, deemed 'vested' since 1999, seeks approval to place five mobile homes on the lots. Environmental Health approval has already been obtained.

Preliminary plat review for Jimmy Mac Park Phase II on 4.03 acres (tax map 051-017)
Project is 'vested' from 1999; applicant seeks to place five mobile homes
Environmental Health approval already received

✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves Jimmy Mac Park Phase II preliminary plat 4-1

The White County Planning Commission approved the preliminary plat for Jimmy Mac Park Phase II, a 4.03-acre property with five mobile home sites, by a 4-1 vote. The project, deemed 'vested' from its 1999 start, will be serviced by county water and must be sold as a single piece of property. Commissioner Burke voted to deny.

Approved preliminary plat for Jimmy Mac Park Phase II (4-1)
Approved agenda amendment adding public comment as item seven (unanimous)
Approved minutes of June 30, July 7, and July 28, 2026 (unanimous)

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WHITE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA WORK SESSION Page 1 of 1 Tuesday, July 28, 2026 Administration Building 6:30 pm 1235 Helen Hwy, Cleveland, Ga. 30528 I. Call to Order II. Review of Agenda III. Preliminary Plat a. Application of Jimmy McDonald for a preliminary plat review of Jimmy Mac Park Phase II. The property is located on tax map and parcel number 051-017 at a total of 4.03 acres. This project began in 1999 and has been deemed “vested.” He is ready to get permits to put five mobile homes on the lots. He has already been approved by Environmental Health. IV. Adjournment

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WHITE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES REGULAR SESSION Page 1 of 2 Tuesday, August 4th, 2026 Administration Building 6:30 pm 1235 Helen Hwy, Cleveland, Ga. 30528 I. Call to Order – Chairman Thomas called meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. II. Invocation- Said by Commissioner Yarbrough III. Review of Agenda IV. Motion to amend the printed agenda for August 4th, 2026 to add public comment as item number seven proposed by Commissioner Dixon, seconded by Commissioner Burke, Approved Unanimously V. Review and approval of minutes of June 30th, 2026, July 7th, 2026 and July 28th, 2026 a. Motion to approve made by Commissioner Dixon, seconded by Commissioner Burke, Approved Unanimously VI. Preliminary Plat a. Application of Jimmy McDonald for a preliminary plat review of Jimmy Mac Park Phase II. The property is located on tax map and parcel number 051-017 at a total of 4.03 acres. This project began in 1999 and has been deemed “vested.” He is ready to get permits to put five mobile homes on the lots. He has already been approved by Environmental Health 1. Senior Planner Tammy Carter presented the case for Mr. McDonald. The application is for a preliminary plat approval of Phase II, consisting of five sites. The project was started in 1999 and at that time the overall concept was split into two Phases. Phase I was completed in 2002 and now Mr. McDonald is wanting to pursue completing Phase II. The sites will be serviced by county water. …

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Mon Aug 3, 2026

Board of Commissioners

Board to vote on senior transportation grant contract with Verida, Inc.

The White County Board of Commissioners will meet on August 3, 2026, to consider approving an annual contract with Verida, Inc. for reimbursement of federal and state grant funds used for transportation services for senior citizens. The board will also review and approve meeting minutes from previous sessions.

Approval of annual contract with Verida, Inc. for senior transportation grant reimbursement
Adoption of meeting minutes from July 6, 9, 23, and 28, 2026 sessions
Presentation of monthly financial status report by Finance Director Jodi Ligon

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WHITE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING MONDAY, AUGUST 3, 2026 AT 4:30 P.M. AGENDA ________________________________________________________________________________________________ 1. Call to Order. 2. Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Invocation. 4. Presentation of proclamation honoring the White County Chamber of Commerce. 5. Consider adoption of the meeting minutes for the:  July 6, 2026 – Regular Meeting with Executive Session,  July 9, 2026 – Called Meeting with Executive Session,  July 23, 2026 – Called Meeting with Executive Session, and  July 28, 2026 – Work Session & Called Meeting. New Business 6. Consider approval of the annual contract with Verida, Inc. for reimbursement of federal / state grant funds for transportation provided to seniors citizens. 7. Consider approval of library room naming application submitted by the City of Cleveland for the Story Time / Craft Room to be named in honor of the city’s sponsorship. 8. Ms. Jodi Ligon, Finance Director, to present the monthly status financial report. 9. Public Comments. 10. County Manager Comments. 11. Commissioner Comments. 12. Announcements:  Friday, August 7, 2026 – Purple Heart Day  Monday, August 31, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. – Board of Commissioners Work Session & Called Meeting  Monday, September 7, 2026 – County offices closed in observance of Labor Day - no commissioners meeting 13. Adjourn. 1 WHITE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING HELD MONDAY, JULY 6, 2026 AT 4:30 …

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Mon Jul 27, 2026

Board of Commissioners

✓ Decided: County approves conditional use permit for R/C park on Helton Road

The Board unanimously approved a conditional use permit for Joe Bell's R/C park at 472 Helton Road, with conditions on hours, parking, lighting, and use. It also approved a $48,955.24 E-911 recording system update, a 2.5% solid waste contract increase, and a library room naming. The board discussed but took no action on limiting new gas stations.

Approved conditional use permit for R/C park at 472 Helton Road (unanimous)
Approved $48,955.24 Eventide Recording System update for E-911 (unanimous)
Approved 2.5% contract increase with Mark Robinson Hauling LLC (unanimous)
Approved library room naming for Computer Lab by White County Rotary Club (unanimous)
Approved August 3, 2026 Regular Meeting agenda (unanimous)

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1 WHITE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MINUTES OF THE WORK SESSION & CALLED MEETING HELD MONDAY, JULY 27, 2026 AT 4:30 P.M. The White County Board of Commissioners held a Work Session and Called Meeting on Monday, July 27, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building. Present for the meeting were: Chairman Travis Turner, Commissioner Lyn Holcomb, Commissioner Edwin Nix, Commissioner Craig Bryant, County Manager Derick Canupp, Finance Director Jodi Ligon, Deputy Clerk Julie Johnson, and Assistant County Manager / County Clerk Shanda Murphy. Commissioner Shan Ash was not present. Chairman Turner called the meeting to order. Chairman Turner announced the following: In reference to land use agenda item 2 – Georgia Zoning Procedures Law (O.C.G.A. 36-66-1, et seq.) requires a public hearing be advertised and held prior to any proposed zoning decision with a minimum of 10 minutes (per side) for both proponents and opponents to present data, evidence, and opinion. This requirement was met for the following item at the public hearing held at the Planning Commission Meeting on June 30, 2026. All information presented was then forwarded to the Board of Commissioners. Ms. Jessie Owensby, Director of Community & Economic Development, presented the land use application filed by Mr. Joe Bell to request a conditional use permit for property located at 472 Helton Road Cleveland, Georgia for an R/C Park (a specialized facility designed for operating radio …

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Thu Jul 23, 2026

Board of Commissioners

County road inspection tour scheduled for Thursday

The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a meeting on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at 8:00 A.M. to conduct a tour of county roads.

Call to Order
Discussion
Commence county road inspection tour
Discussion
Adjourn

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✓ Decided: Board holds road inspections, no formal decisions made

The White County Board of Commissioners held a called meeting that included an executive session on personnel and a county-wide road inspection tour. No formal decisions or votes on substantive matters were recorded; the only actions were entering and exiting executive session and adjourning.

Entered executive session to discuss personnel (4-0)
Exited executive session unanimously
Adjourned meeting unanimously

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WHITE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS COUNTY ROADS INSPECTION MEETING THURSDAY, JULY 23, 2026 AT 8:00 A.M. AGENDA __________________________________________________________________________________________ 1. Call to Order. 2. Discussion. 3. Commence county road inspection tour. 4. Discussion. 5. Adjourn.

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1 WHITE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MINUTES OF THE CALLED MEETING HELD THURSDAY, JULY 23, 2026 AT 8:00 A.M. The White County Board of Commissioners held a Called Meeting on Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building. Present for the meeting were: Chairman Travis Turner, Commissioner Shan Ash, Commissioner Lyn Holcomb, Commissioner Edwin Nix, Commissioner Craig Bryant, County Manager Derick Canupp, and Deputy Clerk Julie Johnson. Chairman Turner called the meeting to order. Upon a motion made by Commissioner Holcomb, seconded by Commissioner Ash, there was a unanimous vote (4-0) to enter into Executive Session in order to discuss matters of personnel. Commissioner Nix arrived shortly after the Board entered into Executive Session. -See the following closed meeting affidavit- Upon a motion made by Commissioner Bryant, seconded by Commissioner Nix, there was a unanimous vote to exit Executive Session. The Board of Commissioners and County Manager traveled to the following locations for county road inspections. The purpose of these inspections was to have the group look at roadway conditions as a group. All participated in general discussions including grading, base and paving of the below list of roadways and fire station driveway areas: • Tom Bell Road, • Joe Franklin Road, • Station No. 3 Driveway, • Garland Bristol Road, • Bean Creek Road (Gravel Section), • Station No. 7 Driveway, • Albert Henderson Road …

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Mon Jul 13, 2026

Recreation Advisory Board

Thu Jul 9, 2026

Board of Commissioners

Board to discuss personnel in closed session

The White County Board of Commissioners is holding a called meeting with a single substantive item: a motion to enter executive session to discuss personnel matters. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other business listed.

Consider entering executive session for personnel discussion

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✓ Decided: White County BOC holds called meeting, enters executive session

The White County Board of Commissioners held a called meeting on July 9, 2026, and unanimously voted to enter executive session to discuss personnel matters. After exiting executive session, the board unanimously voted to adjourn. No substantive decisions were made during the public portion of the meeting.

Unanimously voted to enter executive session for personnel discussion
Unanimously voted to exit executive session
Unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting

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left106680 00 WHITE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS CALLED MEETING THURSDAY, JULY 9, 2026 AT 10:00 A.M. AGENDA __________________________________________________________________________________________ Call to Order. Consider entering into Executive Session in order to discuss matters of personnel. Adjourn.

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1 WHITE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MINUTES OF THE CALLED MEETING HELD THURSDAY, JULY 9, 2026 AT 10:00 A.M. The White County Board of Commissioners held a Called Meeting on Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building. Present for the meeting were: Chairman Travis Turner, Commissioner Shan Ash, Commissioner Lyn Holcomb, Commissioner Edwin Nix, Commissioner Craig Bryant, County Manager Derick Canupp, and Assistant County Manager / Clerk Shanda Murphy. Chairman Turner called the meeting to order. Upon a motion made by Commissioner Bryant, seconded by Commissioner Ash, there was a unanimous vote to enter into Executive Session in order to discuss matters of personnel. -See The Following Closed Meeting Affidavit- Upon a motion made by Commissioner Nix, seconded by Commissioner Holcomb there was a unanimous vote to exit Executive Session. Upon a motion made by Commissioner Bryant, seconded by Commissioner Ash, there was a unanimous vote to adjourn the meeting. The minutes of the July 9, 2026 Called Meeting were approved as stated this 3rd day of August, 2026. WHITE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS _______________s/ Travis C. Turner____________ Travis C. Turner, Chairman ________________s/ Shan Ash_________________ Shan Ash, District 1 ________________s/ Lyn Holcomb______________ Lyn Holcomb, District 2 _________________s/ Edwin Nix________________ Edwin Nix, District 3 ________________s/ Craig Bryant____________ …

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Wed Jul 8, 2026

Board of Assessors

Tue Jul 7, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider conditional use permit for attraction on Helton Road

The White County Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to review and approve minutes from May 26 and June 2, consider four variance requests regarding access and road requirements, and make a land use recommendation on a conditional use permit for an attraction at 472 Helton Road. The agenda also includes a citizen comment period.

Variance request by Marvin Kenneth Brown for property on Brown Road (parcel 022-119) regarding access and road requirements.
Variance request by Christopher Charles Cochran for property at 1020 May White Road (parcel 079-052B) regarding access and road requirements.
Variance request by Jeff Edrington for property at 1101 River Road (parcel 089-031) regarding access, road, and river corridor acreage requirements.
Variance request by Roger Caudill for property at 96 Fishtail Circle (parcel 005E-238) regarding RV park impervious surface requirements.
Conditional use permit application by Joe Bell for property at 472 Helton Road (parcel 034B-057B, 3.25 acres, currently zoned R-1 Residential) for an attraction.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves three variances, denies RV park variance

The White County Planning Commission approved three variances for road access and river corridor requirements, and denied one variance for an RV park impervious surface increase. The commission also approved a conditional use permit for an attraction on Helton Road.

Approved variance for Marvin Kenneth Brown on Brown Road (unanimous)
Approved variance for Christopher Charles Cochran at 1020 May White Road (unanimous)
Approved variances for Jeff Edrington at 1101 River Road (unanimous)
Denied variance for Roger Caudill at 96 Fishtail Circle (2-3)
Approved conditional use permit for Joe Bell at 472 Helton Road (unanimous)

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WHITE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA REGULAR SESSION Page 1 of 1 Tuesday, July 7th, 2026 Administration Building 6:30 pm 1235 Helen Hwy, Cleveland, Ga. 30528 I. Call to Order II. Invocation III. Review of Agenda IV. Review and approval of minutes of May 26th, 2026 and June 2nd, 2026 V. Variances a. Application of Marvin Kenneth Brown to request a variance from Appendix B Section 601 for access & Section 608 road requirements. Property is located on Brown Road in Cleveland, GA, 30528. Tax map and parcel is 022-119. Total acreage is 2.47. b. Application of Christopher Charles Cochran to request a variance from Appendix B Section 601 for access & Section 608 road requirements. Property is located at 1020 May White Road in Cleveland, GA, 30528. Tax map and parcel is 079-052B. Total acreage is 21.71 for Tracts 1 & 2. c. Application of Jeff Edrington to request a variance from Appendix B Section 601 for access, Section 608 road requirements, and Section 30-144(1)(b) for River Corridor acreage requirements. Property is located at 1101 River Road in Cleveland, GA, 30528. Tax map and parcel is 089-031. Total acreage is 3.36 for Tracts 1 & 2. d. Application of Roger Caudill to request a variance from Section 14-133 (l) for RV Park impervious surface requirements. Property is located at 96 Fishtail Circle, Cleveland, GA, 30528. Tax map and parcel is 005E-238. VI. Land Use Recommendations 1. Application of Joe Bell to request a conditional use permit for pr …

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WHITE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA REGULAR SESSION Tuesday, July 7th, 2026 Administration Building 6:30 pm 1235 Helen Hwy, Cleveland, Ga. 30528 I. Call to Order – Chairman Charlie Thomas called meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. II. Invocation- Said by R.K. Ackerman III. Review of Agenda IV. Review and approval of minutes of May 26th, 2026 and June 2nd, 2026 a. Motion made to approve by Dona Burke, seconded by R.K. Ackerman, Unanimously approved V. Variances a. Application of Marvin Kenneth Brown to request a variance from Appendix B Section 601 for access & Section 608 road requirements. Property is located on Brown Road in Cleveland, GA, 30528. Tax map and parcel is 022-119. Total acreage is 2.47. 1. Mr. Brown said he would like to give some property to his grandson to build a house. He said his grandson already lives on the property. He said he and some members of his family gravel the road with washstone about twice a year and it gets approximately 30 cars per day. Commissioner Burke asked if there is a maintenance agreement set up with anyone on the road. Mr. Brown said that nobody will agree to help maintain it. He has asked for people to do a truckload and they have said no. The consensus of the commission was that the issue is that there are no agreements set up and that if something happens to Mr. Brown, there will be nobody to maintain the road. Mr. Brown said he is 84 years old and his grandson is the last family member …

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Mon Jul 6, 2026

Board of Commissioners

Board to vote on AI policy, trail grant, library contract

The White County Board of Commissioners will consider several new business items at its July 6 regular meeting, including a grant application for additional trails at Yonah Preserve, a resolution adopting standards for artificial intelligence use, and a contract for administrative services related to the library construction project. A proclamation honoring Truett McConnell University’s 80th anniversary will also be presented.

Consider grant application to GA DNR for Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Program funds for trails at Yonah Preserve.
Consider County Resolution 2026-15 adopting Standards of Use for Artificial Intelligence.
Consider contract with Georgia Mountains Regional Commission for USDA-RD Community Facilities Program grant administration for library construction.
Presentation of proclamation recognizing Truett McConnell University’s 80th anniversary.
Finance Director to present monthly status financial report.

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✓ Decided: White County approves AI policy, trail grant application, and $30K library grant contract

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a resolution adopting a policy for county employees' use of artificial intelligence, authorized a grant application to the Georgia DNR for trails at Yonah Preserve, and approved a $30,000 contract with the Georgia Mountains Regional Commission to administer a USDA grant for the library construction project. The board also adopted prior meeting minutes and entered executive session for personnel matters.

Adopted minutes from June 8, 15, and 29 meetings (unanimous)
Approved grant application to GA DNR for GOSP funding for trails at Yonah Preserve (unanimous)
Approved County Resolution 2026-15, AI Standards of Use policy (unanimous)
Approved $30,000 contract with GMRC for USDA-RD grant administration for library project (unanimous)
Entered executive session for personnel discussion (unanimous)

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WHITE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING MONDAY, JULY 6, 2026 AT 4:30 P.M. AGENDA ________________________________________________________________________________________________ 1. Call to Order. 2. Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Invocation – Rev. Tim Morgan, White County Ministerial Alliance. 4. Presentation of proclamation, honoring Truett McConnell University’s 80th Anniversary. 5. Consider adoption of the meeting minutes for the: • June 8, 2026 Budget Public Hearing & Called Meeting, • June 15, 2026 Called Meeting, • June 29, 2026 Work Session & Called Meeting New Business 6. Consider approval of grant application to Georgia Department of Natural Resources (GA DNR) for funding through the Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Program (GOSP) for additional trails at Yonah Preserve. 7. Consider approval of County Resolution 2026-15, adopting a policy for Standards of Use for Artificial Intelligence (AI). 8. Consider approval of a contract with Georgia Mountains Regional Commission (GMRC) for administrative services of the USDA-RD (U.S. Department of Agriculture- Rural Development) Community Facilities Program grant for the library construction project. 9. Ms. Jodi Ligon, Finance Director, to present the monthly status financial report. 10. Public Comments. 11. County Manager Comments. 12. Commissioner Comments. 13. Announcements: • Monday, July 27, 2026: Board of Commissioners Work Session & Called Meeting at 4:30 p.m …

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1 WHITE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING HELD MONDAY, JULY 6, 2026 AT 4:30 P.M. On Monday, July 6, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. the White County Board of Commissioners held a Regular Meeting in the Board Room at the Administration Office. Present for the meeting were: Chairman Travis Turner, Commissioner Shan Ash, Commissioner Lyn Holcomb, Commissioner Edwin Nix, Commissioner Craig Bryant, County Manager Derick Canupp, Finance Director Jodi Ligon, and Assistant County Manager / Clerk Shanda Murphy. Chairman Turner called the meeting to order. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, Pastor Tim Morgan – representing the White County Ministerial Alliance – provided the invocation. A proclamation was presented to Truett McConnell University in honor of their 80th Anniversary. Upon a motion made by Commissioner Bryant, seconded by Commissioner Holcomb there was a unanimous vote to adopt the meeting minutes for the June 8, 2026 Budget Public Hearing & Called Meeting, the June 15, 2026 Called Meeting, and the June 29, 2026 Work Session & Called Meeting. Ms. Kimberly McEntire, Director of Parks & Recreation, requested approval for a grant application to be made to Georgia Department of Natural Resources (GA DNR) for funding through the Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Program (GOSP) for additional trails at Yonah Preserve. She stated that an application was made last year, however the county was not able to obtain the funding and since then staff have learne …

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Tue Jun 30, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review conditional use permit for attraction on Helton Road

The White County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding land use regulations. The body will consider a request for a conditional use permit for a specific property in Cleveland.

Conditional use permit application by Joe Bell for an attraction at 472 Helton Road (3.25 acres, currently R-1 Residential Single Family)

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves conditional use for RC park on Helton Road

The White County Planning Commission held a public hearing and approved a conditional use permit for Joe Bell's indoor/outdoor remote control park at 472 Helton Road. The approval includes conditions on hours, parking, lighting, and low-impact uses. No opposition was voiced, and the meeting adjourned unanimously.

Approved conditional use permit for Joe Bell's RC park at 472 Helton Road (3.25 acres, R-1 zoning) with conditions: hours 10-8, designated parking, shielded outdoor lighting, low-impact uses only
Adjourned meeting unanimously at 6:47 p.m.

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WHITE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA PUBLIC HEARING: LAND USE REGULATION Page 1 of 1 Tuesday, June 30th, 2026 6:30 pm Administration Building 1235 Helen Hwy, Cleveland, Ga. 30528 I. Call to Order II. Invocation III. Review of Agenda IV. Land Use Applications 1. Application of Joe Bell to request a conditional use permit for property located at 472 Helton Road, Cleveland, Georgia, 30528 for an attraction. Tax map and parcel 034B- 057B. Total acreage is 3.25. Present zoning is R-1 Residential Single Family. V. Adjournment

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WHITE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA PUBLIC HEARING: LAND USE REGULATION Tuesday, June 30th, 2026 Administration Building 1235 Helen Hwy 6:30 pm Cleveland, Ga. 30528 I. Call to Order- Meeting called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Chairman Charlie Thomas II. Invocation- Given by Commissioner John Yarbrough III. Review of Agenda IV. Land Use Applications 1. Application of Joe Bell to request a conditional use permit for property located at 472 Helton Road, Cleveland, Georgia, 30528 for an attraction. Tax map and parcel 034B 057B. Total acreage is 3.25. Present zoning is R-1 Residential Single Family. a. Senior Planner Tammy Carter presented the application of Mr. Bell to the commissioners that Mr. Bell would like to open an indoor/outdoor remote control park that would include a 3,000 square foot building where the public can come and play with the 1/14, 1/16, and 1/10 sized models. There will be gravel areas. Mr. Bell has gone through a PRC, does have a 100’ buffer, Mountain and Hillside Protection, and is located in R-1, which allows this use as a conditional use. Staff recommends approval with the conditions that the hours of operations be kept from 10-8, designated parking only, outdoor lighting shielded from surrounding areas, and any other uses be kept low-impact only. b. Joe Bell- 472 Helton Road- presented his case to the commissioners that he would like to open the indoor/outdoor premier niche destination. There is …

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Tue Jun 30, 2026

Planning Commission

Commission will consider four variance applications for land use

The White County Planning Commission will review four requests for variances from the county's development standards. Each application seeks relief from specific sections of the Appendix B or zoning code for properties on Brown Road, May White Road, River Road, and Fishtail Circle. The commission will decide whether to grant the requested exceptions.

Variance request by Marvin Kenneth Brown for access and road requirements on Brown Road (parcel 022-119, 2.47 acres)
Variance request by Christopher Charles Cochran for access and road requirements at 1020 May White Road (parcel 079-052B, 21.71 acres)
Variance request by Jeff Edrington for access, road, and river corridor requirements at 1101 River Road (parcel 089-031, 3.36 acres)
Variance request by Roger Caudill for RV park impervious surface requirements at 96 Fishtail Circle (parcel 005E-238)

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission hears four variance requests, defers all to next week

The White County Planning Commission held a work session on June 30, 2026, to review four variance applications. No final decisions were made; all items were discussed and deferred to the next regular session. Staff recommended denial for two applications (Brown, Cochran) and approval for one (Edrington), while the fourth (Caudill) was also recommended for denial. Commissioners requested additional plats for review before the next meeting.

Deferred Marvin Brown variance request to next week's meeting
Deferred Christopher Cochran variance request to next week's meeting
Deferred Jeff Edrington variance request to next week's meeting
Deferred Roger Caudill variance request to next week's meeting
Requested parent tract plats for Brown and Cochran applications

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WHITE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA WORK SESSION Page 1 of 1 Tuesday, June 30th, 2026 Administration Building 6:30 pm 1235 Helen Hwy, Cleveland, Ga. 30528 I. Call to Order II. Review of Agenda III. Variances a. Application of Marvin Kenneth Brown to request a variance from Appendix B Section 601 for access & Section 608 road requirements. Property is located on Brown Road in Cleveland, GA, 30528. Tax map and parcel is 022-119. Total acreage is 2.47. b. Application of Christopher Charles Cochran to request a variance from Appendix B Section 601 for access & Section 608 road requirements. Property is located at 1020 May White Road in Cleveland, GA, 30528. Tax map and parcel is 079-052B. Total acreage is 21.71 for Tracts 1 & 2. c. Application of Jeff Edrington to request a variance from Appendix B Section 601 for access, Section 608 road requirements, and Section 30-144(1)(b) for River Corridor acreage requirements. Property is located at 1101 River Road in Cleveland, GA, 30528. Tax map and parcel is 089-031. Total acreage is 3.36 for Tracts 1 & 2. d. Application of Roger Caudill to request a variance from Section 14-133 (l) for RV Park impervious surface requirements. Property is located at 96 Fishtail Circle, Cleveland, GA, 30528. Tax map and parcel is 005E-238. IV. Adjournment

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WHITE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA WORK SESSION Page 1 of 2 Tuesday, June 30th, 2026 Administration Building 6:30 pm 1235 Helen Hwy, Cleveland, Ga. 30528 I. Call to Order- Chairman Thomas called the meeting to order at 6:47 p.m. II. Review of Agenda III. Variances a. Application of Marvin Kenneth Brown to request a variance from Appendix B Section 601 for access & Section 608 road requirements. Property is located on Brown Road in Cleveland, GA, 30528. Tax map and parcel is 022-119. Total acreage is 2.47. 1. Senior Planner Tammy Carter presented the case for Mr. Brown. Mr. Brown was not present to speak for himself. The application is a variance for easement access and to not be required to upgrade the road to county standards. It is a subdivision for intrafamily purposes, but it already has more than three parcels accessing the easement. The easement is very long and Mr. Brown maintains the road himself. Staff recommends denial because the ordinance does not allow more than three parcels to access the easement without upgrading the road and does not allow more than three parcels to subdivide for intrafamily. Chairman Thomas asked County Manager Canupp if he could ask him for advice. Mr. Canupp agreed. Mr. Thomas asked him if it would be okay to ask the applicants to develop a road maintenance agreement with the neighbors because we continue to have variance applications for easement access almost monthly and it is be …

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Mon Jun 29, 2026

Board of Commissioners

Board to consider $349,325 vehicle purchase for Sheriff's Office

The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session and called meeting to decide on several expenditures and contracts. Items include purchasing five vehicles for the Sheriff's Office, awarding a vending machine services contract, approving a copier lease, designating surplus chairs for sale, and providing additional funds for winter storm debris cleanup.

Purchase of four Ford Explorers and one Ford F150 for Sheriff's Office at $349,325
Award vending machine services contract to Champion Vending for five parks and recreation facilities
Approve copier lease agreement with Duplicating Products for Animal Control
Adopt resolution for surplus sale of chairs from Senior Center
Additional funds for debris cleanup by Southern Disaster Recovery after Winter Storm Fern

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✓ Decided: Commissioners approve vehicle purchases and debris clean-up costs

The Board of Commissioners approved $349,325.00 for five Sheriff’s Office vehicles and equipment funded by SPLOST. Additional approvals included a vending machine contract for Parks & Recreation, a copier lease for Animal Control, and supplemental funds for storm debris removal.

Approved purchase of five Sheriff's Office vehicles and equipment for $349,325.00 (unanimous)
Approved vending machine services contract with Champion Vending (unanimous)
Approved 48-month copier lease agreement with Duplicating Products for Animal Control (unanimous)
Approved County Resolution 2026-14 for surplus sale of Senior Center chairs (unanimous)
Approved $8,333.40 from FY 2026 contingency for Winter Storm Fern debris clean-up (unanimous)

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WHITE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION & CALLED MEETING MONDAY, JUNE 29, 2026 AT 4:30 P.M. AGENDA 1. Call to Order. 2. Consider approval for the purchase of five (5) vehicles & associated equipment for the Sheriff’s Office – four (4) Ford Explorers and one (1) Ford F150. 3. Consider awarding the contract for vending machine services (to include machines, installation, service, and maintenance) at Parks & Recreation facilities - Recreation Center at Yonah Preserve, Yonah Preserve Trailhead Pavilion, Tesnatee Gap Athletic Complex, Main Park Pavilion, and Yonah Preserve Playground/Splashpad Pavilion. 4. Consider approval of a copier lease agreement with Duplicating Products for Animal Control. 5. Consider adoption of County Resolution 2026-14 providing for surplus sale of chairs from the Senior Center. 6. Consider approval of additional funds related to the debris clean-up by Southern Disaster Recovery (SDR) following Winter Storm Fern. 7. Review and approval of the July 6, 2026 Regular Meeting agenda. 8. Announcements: • Friday, July 3, 2026: County Offices closed in observance of Independence Day. • Saturday, July 4, 2026: Cleveland-White 250 5k @ 8:00 a.m. & Celebration in Freedom Park beginning @ 5:00 p.m. www.clevelandwhite250.com • Monday, July 6, 2026: Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting at 4:30 p.m. • Monday, July 27, 2026: Board of Commissioners Work Session & Called Meeting at 4:30 p.m. 9. Adjourn. AGENDA RE …

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WHITE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MINUTES OF THE WORK SESSION & CALLED MEETING HELD MONDAY, JUNE 29, 2026 AT 4:30 P.M. The White County Board of Commissioners held a Work Session & Called Meeting on Monday, June 29, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building. Present for the meeting were: Chairman Travis Turner, Commissioner Shan Ash, Commissioner Lyn Holcomb, Commissioner Edwin Nix, Commissioner Craig Bryant, County Manager Derick Canupp, Finance Director Jodi Ligon, and Assistant County Manager / County Clerk Shanda Murphy. Chairman Turner called the meeting to order. Sheriff Rick Kelley presented a request for the purchase of five (5) vehicles & associated equipment for the Sheriff’s Office – four (4) Ford Explorers and one (1) Ford F150. He stated the Explorers would be purchased from Brannen Motor Company in Unadilla, Ga (holder of state contract) at the cost of $49,200.00 each and the F150 would be purchased from John Megel Ford in Cleveland, Ga at the cost of $55,683.00. The vehicle upfitting and equipment cost would be $96,842.00 – with the total proposed expense being $349,325.00. Upon a motion made by Commissioner Ash, seconded by Commissioner Bryant there was a unanimous vote to approve the purchase of five (5) vehicles & associated equipment for the Sheriff’s Office – four (4) Ford Explorers and one (1) Ford F150 – in the total amount of $349,325.00 to be funded by SPLOST (FY 2027 CIP). Ms. Kimberly McEntire, Director of …

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Wed Jun 10, 2026

Board of Assessors

Mon Jun 8, 2026

Board of Commissioners

FY2027 budget public hearing and zoning decisions on June 8

This meeting includes a public hearing on the proposed FY2027 budget, with opportunity for public comment. The board will also consider three land-use items: a rezoning request, a variance for setbacks from agricultural districts, and an amendment to Highway Business District permitted uses. Other actions include board appointments, insurance renewal, and a preliminary plat extension.

Public hearing on proposed FY2027 budget
Rezoning of 601 Fowler Creek Drive from A-1 to R-1 (0.50 acres)
Variance request by Hulsey Environmental Services for 15' setback instead of 100' on 0 Industrial Boulevard (19.46 acres)
Resolution 2026-09 amending C-2 permitted uses in land-use regulations
Preliminary plat extension for Big Oak Subdivision on Holiness Campground Road (36.43 acres)

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✓ Decided: White County Board approves several land use and board appointment actions

The Board of Commissioners approved multiple mid-year board appointments and a land use redistricting request. They also approved an insurance renewal and the engagement of Rushton for the FY2026 audit. The FY2027 budget presentation was held, with adoption scheduled for June 15, 2026.

Approved May meeting minutes (unanimous)
Approved rezoning at 601 Fowler Creek Drive from A-1 to R-1 (unanimous)
Denied variance request for 0 Industrial Boulevard (3-2)
Approved County Resolution No. 2026-09 regarding land use regulations (unanimous)
Reappointed Monika Knight to Avita Board of Directors (unanimous)
Reappointed Jason Hogan to Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors (unanimous)
Reappointed Nita Decker to Convention & Visitors Bureau Board of Directors (unanimous)
Reappointed Erica Owens and appointed Dustin Biggers to DFCS Board (unanimous)

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WHITE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING & CALLED MEETING MONDAY, JUNE 8, 2026 AT 4:30 P.M. AGENDA _________________________________________________________________________________________ 1. Call to order. 2. Consider adoption of the following meeting minutes:  May 4, 2026 Regular Meeting, including Executive Session,  May 7, 2026 Budget Work Session, and  May 18, 2026 Called Meeting Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Public Hearing 3. Presentation of the proposed 2027 Fiscal Year Budget. 4. Receive public comment on the proposed 2027 Fiscal Year Budget. Land Use Items NOTE: In reference to land use agenda items 5 - 7 – Georgia Zoning Procedures Law (O.C.G.A. 36-66-1, et seq.) requires a public hearing be advertised and held prior to any proposed zoning decision with a minimum of 10 minutes (per side) for both proponents and opponents to present data, evidence, and opinion. This requirement was met for the following items at the public hearing held at the Planning Commission Meeting on May 26, 2026. All information presented was then forwarded to the Board of Commissioners. 5. Consider the land use application filed by Greg Harper to redistrict property located at 601 Fowler Creek Drive Cleveland, Georgia from A-1, Agriculture Forestry District to R-1, Residential Single-Family District. Tax map and parcel 079-054 - 0.50 acres. 6. Consider the land use application filed by Hulsey Environmental Services requesting a variance from Appendix C, A …

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1 WHITE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MINUTES OF THE FY2027 BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING & CALLED MEETING HELD MONDAY, JUNE 8, 2026 AT 4:30 P.M. The White County Board of Commissioners held a Budget Public Hearing and Called Meeting on Monday, June 8, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administration Building. Present for the meeting were: Chairman Travis Turner, Commissioner Shan Ash, Commissioner Lyn Holcomb, Commissioner Edwin Nix, Commissioner Craig Bryant, County Manager Derick Canupp, Finance Director Jodi Ligon, and Assistant County Manager / County Clerk Shanda Murphy. Chairman Turner called the meeting to order. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, Rev. Tim Morgan, representing the White County Ministerial Alliance, provided the invocation. Chairman Turner announced a change to the agenda – stating agenda item #8 was removed, as this was an item addressed by the Planning Commission and did not require Board action. Upon a motion made by Commissioner Bryant, seconded by Commissioner Ash, the following meeting minutes were adopted: • May 4, 2026 Regular Meeting, including Executive Session, • May 7, 2026 Budget Work Session, and • May 18, 2026 Called Meeting. Ms. Jodi Ligon presented the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget. FY2027 B P J 8, 2026 4:30 June 8, 2026 - Public Hearing & Called Meeting Minutes (continued) 2 …

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Mon Jun 8, 2026

Recreation Advisory Board

Thu Jun 4, 2026

Alcohol Beverage Commission

Alcohol board to consider special event permit for community center

The White County Alcohol Beverage Commission will meet to consider issuing a temporary special event permit for the Sautee Nacoochee Community Center. The board will also vote on adopting minutes from its March meeting and discuss upcoming applications. The meeting is largely routine with one actionable permit decision.

Consider issuance of temporary special event permit for Sautee Nacoochee Community Center (3 events)
Adoption of March 13, 2026 meeting minutes
Discussion of upcoming meetings and applications

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White County Alcohol Beverage Commission Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Conference Room 1235 Helen Highway Cleveland, GA Agenda 1. Call to Order. 2. Consider adoption of the March 13, 2026 meeting minutes. 3. Consider issuance of Alcohol Beverage License for Sautee Nacoochee Community Center, Temporary Special Event Permit (3 events). 4. Discussion regarding upcoming meetings/applications. 5. Adjourn.

Tue Jun 2, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider buffer variance from 100 to 15 feet

The White County Planning Commission will hold a regular session on June 2, 2026. Items include a variance request from Hulsey Environmental Services to reduce a setback buffer from 100 to 15 feet from agricultural districts on Industrial Boulevard, two redistricting applications, and a preliminary plat extension. The commission will also appoint a representative to the Water Authority Board and consider changing meeting dates starting 2027.

Variance request by Hulsey Environmental Services to reduce setback/buffer from 100 to 15 feet from agricultural districts on Industrial Boulevard (parcels 050-141 & 050-142)
Application by Tom Telford to redistrict Lot 20 Hickory Ridge Drive from R-1 Residential Single Family to R-3 Residential Seasonal District
Application by Greg Harper to redistrict 601 Fowler Creek Drive from A-1 Agriculture Forestry to R-1 Residential Single Family District
Consider amendments to Official Code of White County Appendix C/Article XIV/Section 1401
Preliminary plat extension request for Big Oak Subdivision on Holiness Campground Road (James Allison)

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✓ Decided: Commission approves water authority term, meeting schedule changes, and land use items

The Commission approved a new meeting schedule starting January 2027 and reappointed Charlie Thomas to the Water Authority Board. Several land use actions were taken, including a buffer variance for an industrial property and a final plat extension for Big Oak Subdivision.

Approved April and May minutes
Reappointed Charlie Thomas to Water Authority Board (All approved)
Changed meeting dates/times to second and third Mondays at 6:00 p.m. starting January 2027 (All approved)
Withdrew Tom Telford's redistricting application
Recommended approval of Greg Harper's rezoning from A-1 to R-1 (All approved)
Approved land use variance for 15' buffers at 0 Industrial Boulevard (3-2)
Recommended approval of outdoor storage text amendment (All approved)
Granted final 12-month preliminary plat extension for Big Oak Subdivision (All approved)

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WHITE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA REGULAR SESSION Page 1 of 1 Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026 Administration Building 6:30 pm 1235 Helen Hwy, Cleveland, Ga. 30528 I. Call to Order II. Invocation III. Review of Agenda IV. Review and approval of minutes of April 28th, 2026 and May 5th, 2026 V. Appointment of representative to Water Authority Board for two-year term effective July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2028 VI. Consider approval of meeting date changes to begin January of 2027 VII. Land Use Recommendations 1. Application of Tom Telford to redistrict property located at Lot 20 Hickory Ridge Drive & Hiawassee Lane, Cleveland, Georgia, 30528 from R-1 Residential Single Family District to R-3 Residential Seasonal District. Tax map and parcel 079-132. Total acreage is 1.41. Present zoning is R-1 Residential Single Family District. 2. Application of Greg Harper to redistrict property located at 601 Fowler Creek Drive, Cleveland, Georgia, 30528 from A-1 Agriculture Forestry District to R-1 Residential Single Family District. Tax map and parcel 079-054. Acreage to be changed is 0.50. Present zoning is A- 1 Agriculture Forestry District. 3. Application of Hulsey Environmental Services to request a variance from Appendix C/Article XV/Section 1500 for setback and buffer of 15’ rather than the required 100’ from agricultural districts. Property is located at 0 Industrial Boulevard, Cleveland, Georgia, 30528. Tax map and parcels are 050-141 & 050-142. Total acreag …

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WHITE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES REGULAR SESSION Page 1 of 2 Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026 Administration Building 6:30 pm 1235 Helen Hwy, Cleveland, Ga. 30528 I. Call to Order- 6:32 p.m. II. Invocation- John Yarbrough III. Review of Agenda IV. Review and approval of minutes of April 28th, 2026 and May 5th, 2026 a. Motion to approve made by R.K. Ackerman, seconded by John Yarbrough, all approved V. Appointment of representative to Water Authority Board for two-year term effective July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2028 a. Chairman Charlie Thomas currently serves on board and volunteered to continue another term. Motion was made by Dona K. Burke to nominate Charlie Thomas to another term on the Water Authority. Motion was seconded by R.K. Ackerman. All approved VI. Consider approval of meeting date changes to begin January of 2027 a. Chairman mentioned this was discussed at last week’s meeting. He asked staff if we could go ahead and start this. Jessie said the 2026 schedule was already out and publicized and Mercedes is already working on the 2027 schedule. Motion to change meeting dates and times to second and third Monday at 6:00 p.m. beginning January 2027 made by R.K. Ackerman, seconded by Dona K. Burke, All approved. VII. Land Use Recommendations 1. Application of Tom Telford to redistrict property located at Lot 20 Hickory Ridge Drive & Hiawassee Lane, Cleveland, Georgia, 30528 from R-1 Residential Single Family District to R-3 Residential Seaso …

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Mon Jun 1, 2026

Board of Assessors

White County Board of Assessors to adopt 2026 property assessments

The White County Board of Assessors will vote on the 2026 Real Property and Personal Property Annual Assessment Notices, which set property values for tax bills. The board will also review an in-house sales ratio update, hear TAVT appeals, and decide monthly conservation use applications. An executive session will evaluate the chief appraiser's annual performance.

2026 Real Property Annual Assessment Notices
2026 Personal Property Annual Assessment Notices
In-House Sales Ratio Update
TAVT Appeals
Monthly Conservation Use Approvals/Denials

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BOARD OF ASSESSORS WHITE COUNTY June 1, 2026 AGENDA  Call To Order  Invocation  Minutes Of Previous Meetings  Minutes of regular meeting on May 13, 2026  Old Business  In-House Sales Ratio Update  New Business  2026 Real Property Annual Assessment Notices  2026 Personal Property Annual Assessment Notices  TAVT Appeals  Monthly Conservation Use Approvals/Denials  E & R Signatures  Adjourn  Executive Session  2026 Chief Appraiser Annual Performance Review

Tue May 26, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider plat extension for Big Oak Subdivision

The White County Planning Commission will meet to review a request from James Allison. The commission is considering a preliminary plat extension for the Big Oak Subdivision.

Preliminary Plat Extension request for Big Oak Subdivision on Holiness Campground Road (36.43 acres)

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✓ Decided: Commission discusses Big Oak Subdivision extension and future meeting schedule

The Commission discussed a request for a preliminary plat extension for the Big Oak Subdivision on Holiness Campground Road. Staff will verify previous extensions and legal provisions before the next meeting. A proposal to change monthly meeting dates starting in January 2027 was also discussed.

Big Oak Subdivision extension pending staff verification of legal provisions
Meeting date change added to future agenda for formal vote

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WHITE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA WORK SESSION Page 1 of 1 Tuesday, May 26th, 2026 Administration Building 6:30 pm 1235 Helen Hwy, Cleveland, Ga. 30528 I. Call to Order II. Review of Agenda III. Preliminary Plat Consideration a. Application of James Allison to request Preliminary Plat Extension for Big Oak Subdivision located on Holiness Campground Road. Total acreage is 36.43. Tax map and Parcel is 077-043. IV. Adjournment

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WHITE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES WORK SESSION Page 1 of 1 Tuesday, May 26th, 2026 Administration Building 6:30 pm 1235 Helen Hwy, Cleveland, Ga. 30528 Those present were Larry Freeman, RK Ackerman, Dona K. Burke, Charlie Thomas, Linda Dixon, Brad Ash, and John Yarbrough. Staff members present were Tammy Carter and Jessie Owensby. Chairman Thomas called the meeting to order. No changes made to the agenda. Application of James Allison to request Preliminary Plat Extension for Big Oak Subdivision located on Holiness Campground Road. Total acreage is 36.43. Tax map and Parcel is 077-043. Ms. Carter gave a summary of the request, noting the project had previously received preliminary plat approval as well as land‑disturbance approval, with the original approval dating back to roughly 2020 and is seeking extension of the preliminary plat. Ms. Owensby provided an explanation of state law, case law, and county ordinance regarding extension limits. She reported that Georgia law generally allows no more than two extensions and that White County’s ordinance is more restrictive than state law. She stated that the issuance of a land‑disturbance permit does not constitute sufficient activity to justify granting further extensions. She also explained that granting extensions beyond the allowable limit could create concerns about inconsistency among applicants. Members of the board discussed the matter at length, including uncertainty about how many extensions h …

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Tue May 26, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider variance reducing industrial buffer to 15 feet

The White County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on three land use applications and a proposed amendment to the county's land use code. Items include two redistricting requests and a variance to reduce a required setback and buffer from 100 feet to 15 feet for an industrial property. The commission will also consider amendments to Appendix C/Article XIV/Section 1401.

Application to redistrict Lot 20 Hickory Ridge Drive from R-1 to R-3 Residential Seasonal
Application to redistrict 601 Fowler Creek Drive from A-1 Agriculture Forestry to R-1 Residential
Variance request by Hulsey Environmental Services to reduce setback/buffer from 100' to 15' on Industrial Boulevard
Consideration of amendments to Official Code Appendix C/Article XIV/Section 1401

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission holds hearings on rezoning, variances, and storage amendments

The Planning Commission held public hearings regarding three land use applications and a proposed code amendment. The commission will provide recommendations on these items to the Board of Commissioners at next week's meeting.

Public hearing held for rezoning Lot 20 Hickory Ridge Drive from R-1 to R-3
Public hearing held for rezoning 601 Fowler Creek Drive from A-1 to R-1
Public hearing held for variance request at 0 Industrial Boulevard regarding setbacks
Public hearing held for amendment to outdoor storage regulations in C-2 districts

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WHITE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA PUBLIC HEARING: LAND USE REGULATION Page 1 of 1 Tuesday, May 26th, 2026 6:30 pm Administration Building 1235 Helen Hwy, Cleveland, Ga. 30528 I. Call to Order II. Invocation III. Review of Agenda IV. Land Use Applications 1. Application of Tom Telford to redistrict property located at Lot 20 Hickory Ridge Drive & Hiawassee Lane, Cleveland, Georgia, 30528 from R-1 Residential Single Family District to R-3 Residential Seasonal District. Tax map and parcel 079-132. Total acreage is 1.41. Present zoning is R-1 Residential Single Family District. 2. Application of Greg Harper to redistrict property located at 601 Fowler Creek Drive, Cleveland, Georgia, 30528 from A-1 Agriculture Forestry District to R-1 Residential Single Family District. Tax map and parcel 079-054. Acreage to be changed is 0.50. Present zoning is A- 1 Agriculture Forestry District. 3. Application of Hulsey Environmental Services to request a variance from Appendix C/Article XV/Section 1500 for setback and buffer of 15’ rather than the required 100’ from agricultural districts. Property is located at 0 Industrial Boulevard, Cleveland, Georgia, 30528. Tax map and parcels are 050-141 & 050-142. Total acreage of parcel is 19.46. Present zoning is Industrial District. V. Land Use Amendments 4. Consider amendments of the existing Official Code of White County Appendix C/Article XIV/Section 1401 VI. Adjournment

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WHITE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES PUBLIC HEARING: LAND USE REGULATION Page 1 of 3 Tuesday, May 26th, 2026 6:30 pm Administration Building 1235 Helen Hwy, Cleveland, Ga. 30528 Those present were Larry Freeman, RK Ackerman, Dona K. Burke, Charlie Thomas, Linda Dixon, Brad Ash, and John Yarbrough. Staff members present were Tammy Carter and Jessie Owensby. Chairman Thomas called the meeting to order. Mr. Yarbrough gave the invocation. No changes made to the agenda. Application of Tom Telford to redistrict property located at Lot 20 Hickory Ridge Drive & Hiawassee Lane, Cleveland, Georgia, 30528 from R-1 Residential Single Family District to R-3 Residential Seasonal District. Tax map and parcel 079-132. Total acreage is 1.41. Present zoning is R-1 Residential Single Family District. Ms. Carter gave a summary of the application, noting the staff recommendation is to align the zoning with surrounding lots, many of which are R‑3, and to avoid split‑zoning issues should the applicant choose to subdivide in the future. A representative, Harry Barton of 472 Hulsey Road, was present on behalf of the applicant. Mr. Barton stated that the lot had originally been zoned R‑3 in 2015 but was changed to R‑1 at the request of a previous owner. He explained the current owner intends to combine Lots 20 and 38 from Phases I and II and re-divide into three lots for seasonal or short-term rental homes and rezoning is required to maintain consistent zoning and preven …

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Tue May 19, 2026

Development Authority

Development Authority to approve March-April financial statements and legal fee check

The White County Development Authority is meeting to approve minutes from the March meeting, financial statements for March and April, and a check for legal fees. The board will also receive updates on economic development, the chamber of commerce, and the water authority. This is a routine meeting with no major decisions or public hearings on the agenda.

Consider approval of financial statements for March and April
Consider approval of check for Carl Free, attorney at law, for legal fees
Consider approval of minutes from March 10, 2026
Economic development update from Jessie Owensby
Water authority update from John Ziemer

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✓ Decided: Development Authority approves CD renewal authorization, financials

The White County Development Authority approved regular authorization power for renewal of Certificates of Deposit, with one abstention, and approved the March and April financials. The board also reappointed John Ziemer as its representative to the Water Authority. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and updates.

Approved minutes of March 10, 2026 (unanimous)
Approved regular authorization power for CD renewal (unanimous, Allison abstaining)
Approved March and April financials (unanimous)
Reappointed John Ziemer as representative to Water Authority (unanimous)

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WHITE COUNTY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Page 1 of 1 DATE: Tuesday, May 19 th, 2026 PLACE: BOC Board Room 1235 Helen Highway Cleveland, GA, 30528 TIME: 4:30 PM AGENDA I. Welcome, Introduction of Guests, and New Board Member II. Call Meeting to Order and Confirm Quorum III. Review Proposed Agenda IV. Consider approval of Minutes from March 10 th, 2026 V. Consider approval of Financial Statements for March and April VI. Consider approval of check for Carl Free, attorney at law, for legal fees VII. Old Business a. Economic Development/County Update – Jessie Owensby b. Chamber (WCCC) Update – Beth Truelove c. Water Authority (WCWA) Update – John Ziemer d. Other Business VIII. Adjourn Meeting

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WHITE COUNTY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Page 1 of 2 DATE: Tuesday, May 19th, 2026 PLACE: BOC Board Room 1235 Helen Highway Cleveland, GA, 30528 TIME: 4:30 PM Board members present were Michael Yarbrough, John Ziemer, Ridley Kinsey, Joe Whelchel, Virginia Roberts, Don Allison, and Karen Spellman. Guests present were Carl Free, Jodi Ligon, Beth Truelove, Jessie Owensby, Commissioner Craig Bryant, and Mercedes Dodd. Chairman Yarbrough called the meeting to order and introduced Ms. Karen Spellman, new Development Authority Board Member. Ms. Spellman outlined her professional experience, notably in project management. Chairman Yarbrough noted an agenda addition request by Mr. Kinsey to discuss the Monthly Managers’ Report. Motion to approve the minutes of March 10th, 2026 made by Mr. Kinsey and seconded by Mr. Allison. Motion was unanimous. Ms. Ligon, White County Finance Director, gave a presentation on the financials for March and April, noting interest accrual and deductions for insurance and administrative reimbursements. She noted that as of April 30th, there is a cash balance of $44,351.52 in the operating account, in addition to two Certificates of Deposit (CDs) valued at $60,000 each. The Chairman noted the CD’s consist of a 6-month and a 12-month, with the 6-month coming up on renewal and stated current interest rates available. He called for a motion to approve regular authorization power for renewal of the Certificates of Deposit. M …

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Mon May 18, 2026

Board of Commissioners

Board to consider two redistricting requests and zoning procedure updates

The Board of Commissioners will review land use applications for property redistricting in Cleveland. They will also consider a resolution to align county land use rules with the Georgia Zoning Procedures Law.

Redistricting 17.01 acres at 607 Hulsey Road from Industrial to C-2 Commercial for a church daycare and leased warehouse
Redistricting 2.5 acres at 2138 New Bridge Road from Agricultural Forestry to R-1 Single-Family Residential
Resolution to amend Appendix C- Land Use- Article XVIII- Section 1809 to reflect OCGA 36-66 (Zoning Procedures Law)
Naming request for the library's Large Study Room
Update on the ClevelandWhite 250 Initiative

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✓ Decided: Board approves development of CAD system RFP for 911 Center

The White County Board unanimously approved two land‑use applications, adopted a zoning‑procedure resolution, approved a library study‑room naming, and authorized the creation and release of a request for proposal for a new Computer Aided Dispatch system for the 911 Center.

Approved Bridge Church land‑use application to rezone 17.01 acres at 607 Hulsey Road from I‑Industrial to C‑2 Commercial (unanimous)
Approved Logan Magness land‑use application to rezone 2.5 acres at 2138 New Bridge Road from A‑1 Agricultural Forestry to R‑1 Single‑Family Residential (unanimous)
Adopted County Resolution No. 2026‑08 amending Appendix C‑Land Use to reflect OCGA 36‑66 zoning procedures (unanimous)
Approved naming of the large study room at the new White County Library as “The Barbara Murphy McConnell Study Room” (unanimous)
Approved development and release of an RFP for a Computer Aided Dispatch system for the 911 Center, with a 60‑day review period (unanimous)