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🗳️ Election results (7 races)
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Special County Commission - Dist 4 2025-11-04
Keith Roberts ✓ 1,166 · Blake McCook 477 · Kellie Jones 406 · Cliff L. Jolliff 398 · Bryce Mellon 55
Mayor 2025-11-04
Cliff Hill ✓ 230 · Alice Venter ✓ 72 · Sandra Garrison 163 · Douglas S. Faust 53
City Council 2025-11-04
Todd Templeton ✓ 320 · Debbie Massey ✓ 223 · Mike Tope ✓ 100 · Joe Elam ✓ 82 · Candas Ayers 149 · James A. Wiese 35
County Commission Chairman 2024-11-05
Taylor Griffith ✓ 9,585
County Commission - District 4 2024-11-05
Keith Gardiner (I) ✓ 9,562
County Commission - District 2 2024-11-05
Bo Garrison (I) ✓ 9,585
City Council 2024-11-05
Nancy Lehman ✓ 141 · Mark Mullinax 133
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Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 18:30
Banks County Board of Commissioners
150 Hudson Ridge, Homer
Tue Oct 12, 2027 · 15:00
Banks County Board of Commissioners
Banks County Courthouse Annex, HOMER
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Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 16:00
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150 Hudson Ridge, Homer
Fri Oct 16, 2026 · 19:00
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Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 16:00
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150 Hudson Ridge, Homer
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 18:30
Banks County Planning Commission
Planning Commission to review landfill and multi-family housing codes
The Banks County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review codes regarding landfills and R2 multi-family housing. The body will also consider a conditional use application for a home occupation.
- CU-26-20: Application by Kenneth Munday for a mechanical contractor home occupation
- Public hearing on landfill code review
- Public hearing on R2 multi-family housing code review
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BANKS COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
Courthouse Annex Boardroom | 150 Hudson Ridge | Homer, GA 30547
Tuesday, October 06, 2026 at 6:30 PM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
a.
Roll Call
b.
Pledge of Allegiance
2.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
3.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a.
Minutes from September 1, 2026 Meeting
4.
APPLICATIONS FOR CONDITIONAL USE
a.
CU-26-20- Kenneth Munday to operate a home occupation from an accessory structure for mechanical
contractor.
5.
PUBLIC HEARING: CODE REVIEW
a.
Landfills
b.
R2 Multi-Family Housing
6.
ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION
7.
ADJOURNMENT
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 15:00
Banks County Board of Commissioners
Board to consider parking improvements at Windmill Park
The Banks County Board of Commissioners will meet to review a contract for parking improvements at Windmill Park. The board will also consider authorization to bid for work on Henderson Road.
- Bid award and contract for parking improvements at Windmill Park
- Approval to bid for Henderson Road
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BANKS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING
Courthouse Annex Boardroom | 150 Hudson Ridge | Homer, GA 30547
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 3:00 PM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
3.
CONTRACTS AND AGREEMENTS:
a.
Parks & Recreation: Parking Improvements at Windmill Park Bid Award/Contract
4.
MISCELLANEOUS:
a.
Roads & Bridges: Approval to Bid - Henderson Road
5.
UPCOMING AGENDA ITEMS: OCTOBER 13, 2026
a.
Planning Commission: Member Appointment
b.
Public Utilities: Main Line Extension Policy
c.
Public Utilities: Credit Check Application Policy/Ordinance
6.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
7.
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
8.
ADJOURNMENT
The Board of Commissioners reserves the right to continue the meeting to another time and place in the event the number
of people in attendance at the meeting, including the Board of Commissioners, staff, and members of the public exceeds the
legal limits. The meeting cannot be closed to the public except by a majority vote of a quorum present for the meeting. The
Board can vote to go into an executive session on a legally exempt matter during a public meeting even if not advertised or
listed on the agenda. Individuals with disabilities who require certain accommodations in order to allow them to observe
and/or participate in this meeting, or who have questions regarding the accessibility of the meeting or the facilities are
required to contact the County Clerk, at least three business days in advance of the meeting at 706-677 …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 18:30
Banks County Board of Commissioners
Banks County Board to hold hearings on R-1 and data center moratoriums
The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding moratoriums on R-1 and data center special uses, as well as a public utilities credit check policy. The body will also consider contracts for engineering and professional services.
- Public hearings on R-1 and Special Use 'Data Center' moratoriums
- Public Utilities: Credit Check Application Policy/Ordinance public hearing
- Engineering services agreement with Goodwyn Mills Cawood LLC of Atlanta
- KCI Professional Services Agreement for Banks Crossing
- Abandoned Mobile Home Act ordinance
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BANKS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING
Courthouse Annex Boardroom | 150 Hudson Ridge | Homer, GA 30547
Tuesday, September 08, 2026 at 6:30 PM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
3.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a.
August 11, 2026
b.
August 25, 2026
4.
PLEDGE TO THE AMERICAN FLAG:
5.
CHAIRMAN'S REPORT
6.
DISTRICT COMMISSIONERS REPORT
7.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
a.
R-1 Moratorium
b.
Special Use "Data Center" Moratorium
c.
Public Utilities: Credit Check Application Policy/Ordinance
8.
PREVIOUS BUSINESS ACTION:
a.
Comprehensive Plan Map Update
9.
RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES:
a.
Proclamation: Recovery Month
b.
Abandoned Mobile Home Act
10. CONTRACTS AND AGREEMENTS:
a.
Public Utilities: Goodwyn Mills Cawood LLC of Atlanta - GMC Engineering Services Agreement
b.
Roads & Bridges: KCI Professional Services Agreement - Banks Crossing
11. MISCELLANEOUS:
a.
Public Utilities: Main Line Extension Policy
b.
Roads & Bridges: Steven Tanger Blvd Crosswalk Striping
c.
Public Utilities: AMI Water Meter RFP
d.
Public Utilities: SCADA System Update
12. BOARDS & AUTHORITIES:
a.
Board of Elections: Member Replacement
13. PUBLIC COMMENT:
14. EXECUTIVE SESSION:
15. ADJOURNMENT
The Board of Commissioners reserves the right to continue the meeting to another time and place in the event the number
of people in attendance at the meeting, including the Board of Commissioners, staff, and members of the public exceeds the
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Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 18:30
Banks County Planning Commission
Planning Commission to hold public hearings on landfill and housing codes
The Banks County Planning Commission will conduct a code review regarding landfills and R2 Multi-Family Housing. The body will also consider the approval of the Purcell Plat.
- Approval of Purcell Plat - Class II & minor
- Public hearing on landfill code review
- Public hearing on R2 Multi-Family Housing code review
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BANKS COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
Courthouse Annex Boardroom | 150 Hudson Ridge | Homer, GA 30547
Tuesday, September 01, 2026 at 6:30 PM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
a.
Roll Call
b.
Pledge of Allegiance
2.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
3.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a.
Minutes from Meeting August 4, 2026
4.
APPROVAL OF PLATS
a.
Purcell Plat - Class II & minor
5.
PUBLIC HEARING: CODE REVIEW
a.
Landfills
b.
R2 Multi-Family Housing
6.
ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION
7.
ADJOURNMENT
The Planning Commission reserves the right to continue the meeting to another time and place in the event the number of
people in attendance at the meeting, including the Planning Commission members, staff, and members of the public exceeds
the legal limits. Individuals with disabilities who require certain accommodations in order to allow them to observe and/or
participate in this meeting, or who have questions regarding the accessibility of the meeting or the facilities are required to
contact the County Clerk, at least three business days in advance of the meeting at 706-677-6902 to allow the County to make
reasonable accommodations for those persons.
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 18:30
Banks County Board of Commissioners
Banks County Board of Commissioners to adopt 2026 millage rate
The Board of Commissioners will meet to adopt the 2026 millage rate resolution. The agenda includes discussions on probate court software and a planning and zoning appeal for Chambers Landing.
- 2026 Millage Rate Adoption Resolution
- Planning & Zoning: Chambers Landing Appeal
- Courthouse Roof Replacement - Change Order #1
- Roads & Bridges: Snow Plows for Pickup Trucks
- Fire/EMS: Station 21 - Stucco Quote
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✓ Decided: Banks County Board reduces 2026 millage rate to 2.740 mills
The Board approved a significant reduction in the 2026 millage rate using projected FLOST revenue. The Board also upheld a zoning decision prohibiting slab foundations in the Chambers Landing subdivision and authorized several equipment and facility projects.
- Adopted 2026 millage rate of 2.740 mills (5-0)
- Upheld Planning Director's decision prohibiting slab foundations in Chambers Landing R1 subdivision (5-0)
- Approved $18,592 purchase of two snow plows from Knollwood via TSPLOST (5-0)
- Authorized issuance of RFP for Station 33 build-out (5-0)
- Approved 8-25-2026 surplus property list, excluding one HVAC unit for sale to Madison County (5-0)
- Tabled decision on $20,000 i3 Vertical software purchase pending attorney review
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BANKS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS CALLED
MEETING
Courthouse Annex Boardroom | 150 Hudson Ridge | Homer, GA 30547
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 6:30 PM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
3.
PREVIOUS BUSINESS ACTION:
a.
Probate Court: Court Software Discussion
b.
Planning & Zoning: Chambers Landing Appeal
4.
RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES:
a.
2026 Millage Rate Adoption Resolution
5.
CONTRACTS AND AGREEMENTS:
a.
Courthouse Roof Replacement - Change Order #1
6.
MISCELLANEOUS:
a.
Roads & Bridges: Snow Plows for Pickup Trucks
b.
Fire/EMS: Station 21 - Stucco Quote
7.
UPCOMING AGENDA ITEMS: SEPTEMBER 8, 2026
a.
R-1 Moratorium
b.
Special Use "Data Center" Moratorium
c.
Public Utilities: Credit Check Application Policy
d.
Recovery Month Proclamation
8.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
9.
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
10. ADJOURNMENT
The Board of Commissioners reserves the right to continue the meeting to another time and place in the event the number
of people in attendance at the meeting, including the Board of Commissioners, staff, and members of the public exceeds the
legal limits. The meeting cannot be closed to the public except by a majority vote of a quorum present for the meeting. The
Board can vote to go into an executive session on a legally exempt matter during a public meeting even if not advertised or
listed on the agenda. Individuals with disabilities who require certain accommodations in order to allow them to observe
and/or participate in th …
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BANKS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS CALLED
MEETING
Courthouse Annex Boardroom | 150 Hudson Ridge | Homer, GA 30547
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 6:30 PM
MINUTES
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Griffith called the meeting to order.
PRESENT
Chairman Taylor Griffith
Vice Chairman Danny Maxwell
Commissioner Chris Ausburn
Commissioner Bo Garrison
Commissioner Keith Roberts
STAFF
County Clerk Erin Decker
Deputy County Clerk Julie Wofford
County Attorney Karen Pachuta
Probate Judge Cameron Boswell
Road Superintendent Wesley Hill
Battalion Chief Scottie Mathis
2.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Chairman Griffith stated that the agenda needed to be amended as follows:
Add:
6c. Station 33 RFP
6d. Surplus Property
Motion to approve the agenda as amended.
Motion made by Commissioner Garrison, seconded by Commissioner Ausburn.
Voting Yea: Chairman Griffith, Vice Chairman Maxwell, Commissioner Ausburn, Commissioner Garrison,
Commissioner Roberts.
Vote: 5:0
All yea votes and the motion passed.
3.
PREVIOUS BUSINESS ACTION:
a.
Probate Court: Court Software Discussion
Probate Judge Cameron Boswell explained that the current ICON system had persistent problems
including basic math errors on state remittance forms, which have caused underpayment and possible
fees. He requested approval to purchase new i3 Vertical software at a $20,000 upfront cost and $1,000
per month support.
Judge Boswell stated he had a tentative agreement and would send it to the Count …
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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 16:00
Development Authority Banks County
Banks County Development Authority to discuss derelict building ordinance
The Joint Development Authority and Industrial Building Authority will meet to review legal fees and organizational bylaws. The body will also discuss a derelict building ordinance and matters regarding Lamar Outdoor Advertising.
- Industrial Building Authority Attorney Fees of $2062.10
- Conflict Waiver for Jarrard & Davis
- Review and update of Industrial Building Authority By-Laws
- Discussion of Derelict Building Ordinance
- Lamar Outdoor Advertising
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JOINT DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY AND INDUSTRIAL
BUILDING AUTHORITY OF BANKS COUNTY MEETING
Courthouse Annex Boardroom | 150 Hudson Ridge | Homer, GA 30547
Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 4:00 PM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
3.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a.
DVA- 06-16-2026
b.
IDA- 06-18-2026
4.
AGENDA ITEMS
a.
Conflict Waiver for Jarrard & Davis
b.
Industrial Building Authority Attorney Fees
$2062.10
c.
List of Items/Services/Transactions the IGA between the Development Authority and the Industrial
Building Authority needs to cover
d.
Review and Update Industrial Building Authority By-Laws
e.
Derelict Building Ordinance Discussion
f.
Lamar Outdoor Advertising
5.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
6.
ADJOURNMENT
The Development Authority reserves the right to continue the meeting to another time and place in the event the number of
people in attendance at the meeting, including the Development Authority members, staff, and members of the public
exceeds the legal limits. The meeting cannot be closed to the public except by a majority vote of a quorum present for the
meeting. The Authority can vote to go into an executive session on a legally exempt matter during a public meeting even if
not advertised or listed on the agenda. Individuals with disabilities who require certain accommodations in order to allow
them to observe and/or participate in this meeting, or who have questions regarding the accessibility of the meeting or the
facilities are required t …
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Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 18:30
Banks County Board of Commissioners
Board to consider rezoning on W County Line Rd
The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding land use and rezoning applications. The meeting also includes discussions on public utility policies and Board of Elections membership.
- Rezoning application Z-26-06 for 10 acres on W County Line Rd from CAD to ARR
- Conditional Use application CU-26-13 for IT services at 134 Walkers Way (Tabled)
- GDOT 5311 FY2028 RFP Resolution for Public Transportation
- Public Utilities policy for extending water/sewer lines
- Replacement of a Public Utilities F550 truck
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✓ Decided: Banks County enacts emergency moratoriums on R1 subdivisions and data centers
The Board approved 30-day emergency moratoriums on R1 residential subdivisions and special use applications for data centers. Other actions included approving a rezoning request on West County Line Road and denying a conditional use application for a home business.
- Enacted 30-day Emergency Moratorium on R1 subdivisions (5-0)
- Enacted 30-day Emergency Moratorium on special use applications for data centers (5-0)
- Approved rezoning of 10 acres on W County Line Rd from CAD to ARR (5-0)
- Denied conditional use application CU-26-13 for IT home business at 134 Walkers Way (5-0)
- Approved $89,480 purchase of F-450 truck from Ed Murdock Ford (5-0)
- Approved $57,332 HVAC replacement for Blue Gym via LA Heating and Air LLC (5-0)
- Approved $35,000 for Clerk of Superior Court scanning project (5-0)
- Approved $10,000 purchase of de-icing salt from Morton (5-0)
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BANKS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING
Courthouse Annex Boardroom | 150 Hudson Ridge | Homer, GA 30547
Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 6:30 PM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
3.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a.
07/14/2026 Commissioners Meeting
b.
07/28/2026 Commissioners Meeting
4.
PLEDGE TO THE AMERICAN FLAG:
5.
CHAIRMAN'S REPORT
6.
DISTRICT COMMISSIONERS REPORT
7.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
a.
Planning Commission: TABLED: CU-26-13 An application has been submitted by Donald Hannant for a
Conditional Use on the property identified as B67F 006, a 1.77-acre parcel located at 134 Walkers Way
to operate a home occupation in an R1 zone. The proposed business is IT services and website design.
b.
Planning Commission: Z-26-06 An application has been filed by Ryals Brothers Properties, LLC to
Rezone a 10-acre portion of the property identified as B02 011, a 280.73-acre parcel located on W
County Line Rd. from CAD- Consolidated Agriculture District-Intensive to ARR- Agricultural Rural
Residential for agricultural use.
8.
RECOGNITIONS AND PRESENTATIONS:
a.
Human Resources: Employee Recognition
9.
CONTRACTS AND AGREEMENTS:
10. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES:
a.
Fire/EMS: National Emergency Management Awareness Month
b.
Public Transportation: GDOT 5311 FY2028 RFP Resolution
11. MISCELLANEOUS:
a.
Parks & Recreation: HVAC RFP
b.
Clerk of Superior Court: Scanning Project
c.
Probate Court: Court Software Discussion
d.
Public Utilities: Policy for Ext …
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BANKS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING
Courthouse Annex Boardroom | 150 Hudson Ridge | Homer, GA 30547
Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 6:30 PM
MINUTES
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Griffith called the meeting to order.
PRESENT
Chairman Taylor Griffith
Vice Chairman Danny Maxwell
Commissioner Chris Ausburn
Commissioner Bo Garrison
Commissioner Keith Roberts
STAFF
County Clerk Erin Decker
Deputy County Clerk Julie Wofford
County Attorney Karen Pachuta
Planning/Zoning Director Kerri Fincannon
Fire Chief Steve Nichols
Senior Center Director Tracie Hammond
Parks and Recreation Director Kurt Kirby
Clerk of Superior Court Tim Harper
Probate Judge Cameron Boswell
Public Utilities Director Chad Wilbanks
2.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Chairman Griffith stated the agenda needed to be amended as follows:
Remove:
8a. Human Resources: Employee Recognition
Add:
8a. Moratorium Discussion
Items below would be re-lettered.
Motion to approve the agenda as amended.
Motion made by Commissioner Garrison, seconded by Vice Chairman Maxwell.
Voting Yea: Chairman Griffith, Vice Chairman Maxwell, Commissioner Ausburn, Commissioner Garrison,
Commissioner Roberts.
Vote: 5:0
All yea votes and the motion passed.
3.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a.
07/14/2026 Commissioners Meeting
b.
07/28/2026 Commissioners Meeting
Motion to approve the minutes of the above meetings.
Motion made by Vice Chairman Maxwell, seconded by Commissioner Ausburn.
Voting Yea: Chairman G …
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Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 18:30
Banks County Planning Commission
Planning Commission to consider rezoning on W County Line Rd
The Banks County Planning Commission will meet to review one rezoning application. The body will also approve the agenda and the minutes from the July 7, 2026 meeting.
- Z-26-06: Application by Ryals Brothers Properties, LLC to rezone 10 acres on W County Line Rd from Consolidated Agriculture District-Intensive to Agricultural Rural Residential
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BANKS COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
Courthouse Annex Boardroom | 150 Hudson Ridge | Homer, GA 30547
Tuesday, August 04, 2026 at 6:30 PM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
a.
Roll Call
b.
Pledge of Allegiance
2.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
3.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a.
Meeting Minutes July 7, 2026
4.
APPLICATIONS FOR PUBLIC HEARING
a.
Z-26-06 An application has been filed by Ryals Brothers Properties, LLC to Rezone a 10-acre portion of
the property identified as B02 011, a 280.73-acre parcel located on W County Line Rd. from CAD-
Consolidated Agriculture District-Intensive to ARR- Agricultural Rural Residential for agricultural use.
5.
ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION
6.
ADJOURNMENT
The Planning Commission reserves the right to continue the meeting to another time and place in the event the number of
people in attendance at the meeting, including the Planning Commission members, staff, and members of the public exceeds
the legal limits. Individuals with disabilities who require certain accommodations in order to allow them to observe and/or
participate in this meeting, or who have questions regarding the accessibility of the meeting or the facilities are required to
contact the County Clerk, at least three business days in advance of the meeting at 706-677-6902 to allow the County to make
reasonable accommodations for those persons.
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 15:00
Banks County Board of Commissioners
Banks County Board of Commissioners to consider FY2026 budget amendment
The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss a budget amendment for FY2026 and a Class V Subdivision. The body will also review several rental and renewal agreements and discuss probate court software.
- Budget Amendment: FY2026
- Planning and Zoning: Class V Subdivision
- Pitney Bowes Meter Rental Agreements for Annex and Courthouse
- Georgia Upper Savannah Regional Water Planning Grant MOU
- Fire/EMS: Neatoware Renewal Agreement
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✓ Decided: Banks County Board approves FY2026 budget amendment and zoning code change
The Board approved a budget amendment to cover Sheriff's Office overages and a code amendment for Class V Subdivisions. They also authorized several equipment rentals, a water planning grant, and updated the county surplus vehicle list.
- Approved Class V Subdivision Section 74-245 Code Amendment (5-0)
- Approved FY2026 budget amendment for Sheriff's Office overage (5-0)
- Approved two Pitney Bowes meter rentals at $1,101.60 per quarter each (5-0)
- Approved Georgia Upper Savannah Regional Water Planning Grant MOA with $3,000 match (5-0)
- Renewed Neatoware cybersecurity agreement at $3,391 per month (5-0)
- Removed 1986 Sutton fire truck and 2007 Ford Explorer from surplus list (5-0)
- Added 2016 Ford F250, 2005 Ford F150, and 2010 Ford Explorer to surplus list (5-0)
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BANKS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING
Courthouse Annex Boardroom | 150 Hudson Ridge | Homer, GA 30547
Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 3:00 PM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
3.
PREVIOUS BUSINESS ACTION:
a.
Planning and Zoning: Class V Subdivision
4.
RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES:
a.
Budget Amendment: FY2026
5.
CONTRACTS AND AGREEMENTS:
a.
Annex: Pitney Bowes - Meter Rental Agreement
b.
Courthouse: Pitney Bowes - Meter Rental Agreement
c.
Georgia Upper Savannah Regional Water Planning Grant MOU
d.
Fire/EMS: Neatoware Renewal Agreement
6.
MISCELLANEOUS:
a.
Fire/EMS: Employee Recognition
b.
Probate Court: Court Software Discussion
c.
Surplus Vehicle List: Delete from 5/26/2026 List
d.
Surplus Vehicles
7.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
a.
Public Utilities: Ethan Atkinson
8.
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
9.
ADJOURNMENT
The Board of Commissioners reserves the right to continue the meeting to another time and place in the event the number
of people in attendance at the meeting, including the Board of Commissioners, staff, and members of the public exceeds the
legal limits. The meeting cannot be closed to the public except by a majority vote of a quorum present for the meeting. The
Board can vote to go into an executive session on a legally exempt matter during a public meeting even if not advertised or
listed on the agenda. Individuals with disabilities who require certain accommodations in order to allow them to observe
and/or participate in this m …
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BANKS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING
Courthouse Annex Boardroom | 150 Hudson Ridge | Homer, GA 30547
Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 3:00 PM
MINUTES
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Griffith called the meeting to order.
PRESENT
Chairman Taylor Griffith
Vice Chairman Danny Maxwell
Commissioner Chris Ausburn
Commissioner Bo Garrison
Commissioner Keith Roberts
STAFF
County Clerk: Erin Decker
Deputy County Clerk: Julie Wofford
Finance Director Randy Failyer
Fire Chief Steve Nichols
Planning/Zoning Director Kerri Fincannon
2.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion to approve the agenda.
Motion made by Commissioner Garrison, seconded by Vice Chairman Maxwell.
Voting Yea: Chairman Griffith, Vice Chairman Maxwell, Commissioner Ausburn, Commissioner Garrison,
Commissioner Roberts.
Vote: 5:0
All yea votes and the motion passed.
3.
PREVIOUS BUSINESS ACTION:
a.
Planning and Zoning: Class V Subdivision
Chairman Griffith stated the board had previously had a public hearing on the Amendment.
Motion to approve the Class V Subdivision; Section 74-245 Code Amendment.
Motion made by Chairman Griffith, seconded by Commissioner Garrison.
Voting Yea: Chairman Griffith, Vice Chairman Maxwell, Commissioner Ausburn, Commissioner
Garrison, Commissioner Roberts.
Vote: 5:0
All yea votes and the motion passed.
(Copy of Resolution filed in Attachment to Minute Book 11-3)
4.
RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES:
a.
Budget Amendment: FY2026
Finance Director Randy Failyer explained …
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Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 18:30
Banks County Board of Commissioners
Banks County Board to consider 2027 SPLOST election and conditional use permits
The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on conditional use applications for a poultry farm and a hotel. The meeting includes discussions on 2027 SPLOST election calls and various fire and EMS contracts.
- Public hearing for TS Farms Banks County, LLC to reduce setbacks for a poultry farm on TS Farms Rd.
- Public hearing for Arise Hospitality Group, LLC to operate a hotel at 302 E Ridgeway Rd.
- Call for Election for 2027 SPLOST
- Fire/EMS contracts for Town of Homer Fire IGA, Tates Creek Fire, and RAVE E911 Notification System
- Purchase of replacement vehicles and a skid steer brush cutter for Roads & Bridges
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✓ Decided: Banks County approves hotel and poultry farm conditional uses
The Board approved conditional use permits for a new hotel and a poultry farm, along with several zoning code amendments. The board also authorized funding for mental health services and approved multiple fire service agreements.
- Approved conditional use for poultry farm setbacks at TS Farms Rd (5-0)
- Approved 80-room hotel at 302 E Ridgeway Rd with $40,000 water capacity fee (5-0)
- Approved Auto Broker code amendment for residential home offices only (5-0)
- Approved Home Occupation code amendment restricting heavy vehicles to R1 and R2 zones (5-0)
- Approved $5,000 in opioid settlement funds for Family Resource Center of Northeast Georgia (5-0)
- Approved 2027 SPLOST IGA and call for election with funding modifications (5-0)
- Approved Town of Homer Fire IGA (4-0) and Tates Creek Fire contract for $3,000 annually (4-0)
- Approved purchase of two F-350 4x4 trucks for $60,868 each using 2022 T-SPLOST funds (5-0)
📄 From the agenda
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BANKS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING
Courthouse Annex Boardroom | 150 Hudson Ridge | Homer, GA 30547
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 6:30 PM
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
3.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a.
6-9-2026
b.
6-18-2026
c.
6-23-2026
d.
6-25-2026
e.
6-30-2026
4.
PLEDGE TO THE AMERICAN FLAG:
5.
CHAIRMAN'S REPORT
6.
DISTRICT COMMISSIONER'S REPORT
7.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
a.
Planning Commission: CU-26-18 An application by TS Farms Banks County, LLC for a Conditional Use
on the property identified as B49 085, a 37.51-acre parcel located on TS Farms Rd. to reduce the
setbacks for a poultry farm.
b.
Planning Commission: CU-26-19 An application by Arise Hospitality Group, LLC for a Conditional Use
on the property identified as B54D 069, a 1.72-acre parcel located at 302 E Ridgeway Rd. to operate a
hotel.
8.
PREVIOUS BUSINESS ACTION:
a.
TABLED: CU-26-13 An application has been submitted by Donald Hannant for a Conditional Use on the
property identified as B67F 006, a 1.77-acre parcel located at 134 Walkers Way to operate a home
occupation in an R1 zone. The proposed business is IT services and website design.
9.
PLANNING & ZONING:
a.
Code Amendment: Class V Subdivision
b.
Code Amendment: Auto Broker
c.
Code Amendment: Home Occupation
10. PRESENTATIONS:
a.
Family Resource Center of Northeast Georgia: Opioid Funds Request - FY2027
11. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES:
a.
2027 SPLOST IGA
b.
Call for Election: 2027 SPLOST
12. …
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📄 From the minutes
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BANKS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING
Courthouse Annex Boardroom | 150 Hudson Ridge | Homer, GA 30547
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 6:30 PM
MINUTES
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Griffith called the meeting to order.
PRESENT
Chairman Taylor Griffith
Vice Chairman Danny Maxwell
Commissioner Chris Ausburn
Commissioner Bo Garrison
Commissioner Keith Roberts
STAFF
County Clerk Erin Decker
Deputy County Clerk Julie Wofford
County Attorney Karen Pachuta
Planning/Zoning Director Kerri Fincannon
Fire Chief Steve Nichols
2.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Chairman Griffith stated the agenda needed to be amended to add the following item:
13d: Lula Water Discussion
Motion to approve the agenda as amended.
Motion made by Commissioner Garrison, seconded by Commissioner Ausburn.
Voting Yea: Chairman Griffith, Vice Chairman Maxwell, Commissioner Ausburn, Commissioner Garrison,
Commissioner Roberts.
Vote: 5:0
All yea votes and the motion passed.
3.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a. 6-9-2026
b. 6-18-2026
c. 6-23-2026
d. 6-25-2026
e. 6-30-2026
Motion to approve the above minutes.
Motion made by Vice Chairman Maxwell, seconded by Commissioner Roberts.
Voting Yea: Commissioner Ausburn, Commissioner Garrison, Commissioner Roberts.
Vote: 5:0
All yea votes and the motion passed.
4.
PLEDGE TO THE AMERICAN FLAG:
Vice Chairman Maxwell led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
5.
CHAIRMAN'S REPORT
Chairman Griffith stated that the County budget had been completed …
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Traffic fatalities3 (1 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments334 (3,980 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$905/mo (17 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy27.1% (low numeracy 39% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
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Permitted housing units
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