Columbia County public meetings in 2024
54 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission
The Columbia County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several temporary use authorizations and zoning revisions. The body will also consider a new 27-lot concept plan and a request for a vocational school.
- RZ24-06-02: Major S-1 Revision at 3592 Evans to Locks Road
- Concept Plan: 27 lots off Old Louisville Rd (119.6 +/- acres)
- Provisional Home Occupation for Self Reliant Solar LLC at 826 Madelyn Drive
- RZ24-12-05: Major PUD Revision at 4408 Columbia Rd
- RZ24-12-06: Conditional Use for a vocational school at 4210 Columbia Road
Public Facilities Authority
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The body will review minutes from the September 24, 2024 meeting and address new business.
- Approval of September 24, 2024 meeting minutes
Hospital Authority
The Columbia County Hospital Authority board will conduct a standard meeting to take roll call, approve the September 24, 2024 minutes, present and approve the agenda, consider any new business, hold an executive session, and adjourn. No specific proposals, contracts, or ordinance items are detailed in the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from the September 24, 2024 meeting
- Presentation and approval of the current meeting agenda
- Executive session (topic not specified)
- New business (no details provided)
Board of Commission
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners will consider a series of rezoning and variance requests for commercial and residential parcels. They will also hear a resolution to set Evans Market vendor fees (first reading) and discuss the purchase of vehicles for the Sheriff's Office. Additional items include an independent contractor agreement for replacement shelters at Memorial Park and professional services contracts for park design projects.
- RZ24-12-01: Rezoning 4687 Washington Road from C‑1 (Neighborhood Commercial) to C‑2 (General Commercial), 3.92 ± acres.
- RZ24-12-03: Rezoning 3530 Evans to Locks Road from R‑2 (Single Family Residential) to R‑1 (Single Family Residential), 1.14 ± acres.
- RZ24-12-04: Major Planned Unit Development (PUD) revision at 205 New Petersburg Drive, 0.39 ± acres.
- Resolution 24‑48: Evans Market Vendor Fees – first reading.
- Independent Contractor Agreement with Bliss Products and Services, Inc. for Replacement Shelters at Memorial Park.
Development and Engineering Services
The Development and Planning Services Committee will meet to approve minutes, discuss new business including alcoholic beverage licenses, and dissolve the Greenspace Advisory Board.
- Alcoholic Beverage License for Towne Center Tavern LLC
- Alcoholic Beverage License for Guru Darshan LLC dba Super Express 4
- Alcoholic Beverage License for Gateway Hospitality LLC dba Fairfield and Towneplace Suites by Marriott
- Resolution dissolving the Greenspace Advisory Board
- Vision 2035 Comprehensive Plan Five Year Update Steering Committee appointments
Board of Commission
The Audit Committee will approve the minutes from the September 10 2024 meeting and adopt the agenda for this session. Commissioners will review the Fiscal Year 2023‑2024 audit results summary and receive draft audit reports for the Performing Arts Center, the Probate Court, and the lodging‑tax audit of property‑management companies. An internal audit update for December will also be presented.
- Approve September 10 2024 meeting minutes
- Review Fiscal Year 2023/24 audit results summary
- Draft audit report – Performing Arts Center
- Draft audit report – Probate Court
- Draft audit report – Lodging Tax audit of property‑management companies
Management and Internal Services
The Management and Internal Services Committee will meet to approve minutes, discuss personnel savings, and vote on contracts for technology services, transportation, and risk management.
- Reappointment of Wes Fuller to the Board of Tax Assessors
- Master Lease Agreement with State Properties Commission for Department of Revenue
- Sub-Contract Agreement with Deanna Specialty Transportation for DHS Coordinated Transportation Services
- Clariti Permitting and Licensing Solution Annual Maintenance Payment
- Acceptance and Grant Agreement with GEMA for the Fiscal Year 2022 Cybersecurity Grant Program
Public Works Services
The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee is discussing professional service contracts for park designs and various utility and roadway projects. The body will consider equipment purchases and change orders for ongoing construction and repairs.
- Design contracts for Riverwood Park and Savannah Rapids Pavilion renovation
- Change Order #6 with Continental Construction for Patriots Park Tennis repairs due to Hurricane Helene
- Contract award to Strack, Inc. for the Harlem Euchee Creek Interceptor Sewer Project
- Purchase of a Case CX75C Excavator and Envirosight Sewer Inspection Camera
- Change orders for TIA 2 Group 4 and Horizon South Pkwy Widening Project
Community and Emergency Services
The Community and Emergency Services Committee will review an independent contractor agreement with Bliss Products and Services, Inc., consider new rules and regulations for Evans Market vendors, and vote on Resolution 24-48 that establishes vendor fees for the Evans Market. The committee will also receive staff reports from Fire and Emergency Services, including a fire response summary, a monthly fire response report, and a year‑to‑date budget report. All of these items are on the agenda for the December 10, 2024 meeting.
- Independent Contractor Agreement with Bliss Products and Services, Inc.
- Evans Market Vendor Rules and Regulations
- Resolution 24-48 Evans Market Vendor Fees
- Fire Response Summary Report
- Year‑to‑Date Budget Report for Fire and Emergency Services
Planning Commission
The Columbia County Planning Commission will consider a final plat for Four Oaks Phase 3 and a revised preliminary plat for Marshall Mills. It will also review a massage operator's license and several public hearing items, including a temporary use authorization, rezoning proposals, a major Planned Unit Development revision, and multiple variances. The meeting includes standard agenda items such as legal matters, staff comments, and public comments.
- Final Plat – Four Oaks Phase 3: 21 lots, 13.4 acres, currently zoned R-2 (District 2)
- Revised Preliminary Plat – Marshall Mills: 28 lots, 102.8 acres, currently zoned R-1A (District 4)
- Temporary Use Authorization – 313 Rockdale Road, 0.48 acres, zoned R-2 (District 2)
- Rezoning RZ24-12-01 – Washington Road, from C-1 to C-2, 3.92 acres (District 1)
- Major PUD Revision – 205 New Petersburg Drive, 0.39 acres, currently zoned PUD (District 1)
Board of Commission
The Board will approve a consent agenda that includes restructuring the Fleet Services Department, an intergovernmental agreement with Harlem High School for field equipment donation, a senior center donation, an animal services donation, and a contract with Wellstar Medical Group for a medical director. Public Works and Engineering items include a resolution extending time for improvements on John Deere Parkway, an agreement with Mid State Construction for the FY24/25 safety striping project, a purchase of In|Time Travel-Time units and In|Sync AI Detection upgrades through Rhythm Engineering, a change order with Pond & Company for the Clary Cut Rd/Old Union Rd alignment, a 2025 Local Maintenance Improvement Grant application with GDOT, and acceptance of improvements at Four Oaks Phase III. In new business, the Development and Planning Services Committee will consider three rezoning proposals: RZ24-11-04 (major PRD revision off Baker Place Road, about 321.25 acres), RZ24-11-05 (rezoning from R-A to PUD off Horizon South Parkway and Gateway Boulevard, about 272 acres), and RZ24-11-06 (rezoning from R-A to C-2 and M-1 off Horizon South Parkway, about 61 acres). The meeting will also include legal matters, public comments, and executive session items.
- Rezoning RZ24-11-04: major PRD revision for ~321.25 acres off Baker Place Road
- Rezoning RZ24-11-05: R-A to PUD for ~272 acres off Horizon South Parkway and Gateway Boulevard
- Rezoning RZ24-11-06: R-A to C-2 and M-1 for ~61 acres off Horizon South Parkway
- Contract with Wellstar Medical Group for Medical Director (H1e)
- Agreement with Mid State Construction & Stripeing, Inc. for FY24/25 Safety Striping Project (H2b)
Public Works Services
The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee will meet on November 26, 2024 to consider several agenda items. The committee will vote on Resolution 24-45 to extend the time for satisfactory completion of improvements on John Deere Parkway. It will also review a SCADA software upgrade proposal from Southern Flow, Inc., an agreement with Mid State Construction & Stripeing, Inc. for the FY24/25 safety striping project, a purchase of travel‑time and AI detection units from Rhythm Engineering, and a change order with Pond & Company for the Clary Cut Rd/Old Union Rd alignment. Staff reports on water utility budgets and roadway projects will be presented.
- Resolution 24-45: Extension of time for John Deere Parkway improvements
- SCADA software upgrade proposal from Southern Flow, Inc.
- Agreement with Mid State Construction & Stripeing, Inc. for FY24/25 Safety Striping Project A
- Purchase of In|Time Travel‑Time units and In|Sync AI Detection upgrades through Rhythm Engineering
- Change Order Number 1 with Pond & Company for Clary Cut Rd / Old Union Rd Alignment
Community and Emergency Services
The Community and Emergency Services Committee will discuss a contract with Wellstar Medical Group for medical direction, a restructuring of the Fleet Services Department, and several donation agreements for field equipment, senior center supplies, and animal services. Staff reports will include fire response summaries, monthly data, and a year‑to‑date budget report. The meeting also includes standard procedural items and an executive session.
- Restructuring of the Fleet Services Department
- Intergovernmental agreement with Harlem High School for donation of field equipment
- Senior Center donation
- Animal Services donation
- Contract with Wellstar Medical Group for medical direction
Planning Commission
The Columbia County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several rezoning requests and a provisional home occupation revocation. The body will also consider an individual plat for a commercial property.
- RZ24-11-05: Rezoning 272 +/- acres off Horizon South Parkway and Gateway Boulevard from R-A to PUD
- RZ24-11-06: Rezoning 61.0 +/- acres off Horizon South Parkway from R-A to C-2 and M-1
- RZ24-11-04: Major PRD Revision for 321.25 +/- acres off Baker Place Road
- Revocation of Provisional Home Occupation for CSRA Ground Control at 5585 White Oak Road
- Individual Plat for Greenpoint Commercial, 4.18 +/- acres off Point Bluff Parkway
Board of Commission
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners will vote on a contract amendment with Ceres Environmental Services for disaster debris management services. They will also approve several consent‑agenda items, including vehicle purchases, a Cisco Smartnet renewal, and professional services contracts for library HVAC and park restroom design. Additional discussion will cover multiple rezoning proposals and property easement requests for road widening projects.
- Contract Amendment No. 2 with Ceres Environmental Services for Disaster Debris Management Services
- Purchase of Vehicles (consent agenda)
- Cisco Smartnet Renewal Payment Authorization 2024‑2025 (consent agenda)
- Professional Services Contract with PFA Engineering, Inc. for Evans Library HVAC renovation
- Rezoning RZ24‑11‑01: Conditional Use to allow retail package sale of distilled spirits at 4800 Columbia Road
General
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners will meet on November 17, 2024 to discuss a range of items. Topics include a budget update, HB 581, an incorporation and consolidation study, public safety, hurricane response, broadband, county dirt roads, and plans for 2025. An executive session will cover property and personnel matters.
- Budget Update
- HB 581 Discussion
- Incorporation and Consolidation Study Discussion
- Public Safety Update
- County Dirt Roads Discussion
Development and Engineering Services
The Development and Planning Services Committee will discuss several professional services contracts and facility agreements. The body is reviewing design and renovation work for county libraries, parks, and racquet centers, as well as an easement agreement.
- Professional Services Contract with PFA Engineering, Inc. for Evans Library HVAC Renovation
- County Racquet Center Change Order #1 with Shearer-Mutimer Construction, LLC
- Professional Services Contract with Fall Line Design, LLC for restrooms at Evans Town Center Park and Columbia County Racquet Center
- Move Management Services Agreements with Ellefson Transportation Group, Inc. and E Logic Incorporated
- Easement Encroachment Agreement for 5095 Washington Road
Management and Internal Services
The Management and Internal Services Committee will discuss the purchase of vehicles and the Cisco Smartnet Renewal Payment Authorization for 2024-2025. The body will also receive reports on FY2025 personnel savings and the year-to-date budget.
- Purchase of Vehicles
- Cisco Smartnet Renewal Payment Authorization 2024-2025
- Fiscal Year 2025 Personnel Savings report
- Year to Date Budget Report
- CISA security enhancement intention
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several zoning revisions and a conditional use request for spirits sales. The body will also consider a preliminary plat for a new residential development.
- Preliminary Plat for Rabbit Run, a 22-lot development off Cobbham Road
- RZ24-11-01: Conditional use for retail package sale of distilled spirits at 4800 Columbia Road
- RZ24-11-02: Major S-1 (Special) Revision for 15.89 acres at 5462 Sailing Road
- VA24-11-01: Variance request for 5607 Washington Road
- RZ24-06-02: Postponed S-1 (Special) Revision for 3592 Evans to Locks Road
Board of Commission
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda that includes several easement agreements, equipment purchases, and bid rejections. New business includes multiple variances, conditional uses, and rezoning proposals for parcels on Evans, Belair, and Old Belair Roads. The board will also vote on awarding a contract to Gearig Civilworks for the Euchee Creek sewer forcemain project. An executive‑session will discuss easements for the Harlem forcemain and Hereford Farm Road widening projects.
- Award BID#2024023-BID5100 and contract to Gearig Civilworks, LLC for the Euchee Creek sewer forcemain project
- Award bid for a Compact Tracked Carrier to Vermeer Southeast (H2e)
- Variance VA24-09-06 for 3530 Evans to Locks Road (I1b1)
- Rezoning RZ24-10-02 from R-1 to S-1 for 231 N Old Belair Road (I1b4)
- Executive‑session request for easement on Carboy Quarry parcel for the Harlem forcemain project (M1a)
Public Works Services
The Columbia County Public Works and Engineering Services Committee will consider easement agreements for two properties on Audubon Way, approve contracts for water utility repairs and sewer projects, and award a road resurfacing construction agreement.
- Easement Encroachment Agreements for 820 and 870 Audubon Way
- Award of contract to Gearig Civilworks for Euchee Creek Sewer Project
- Construction Agreement with Reeves Construction for TIA 2 Resurfacing
- Purchase of UV Disinfection Bulbs from Trojan Technologies
- Rejection of bid for Kohler Portable Generators
Community and Emergency Services
The Columbia County Community and Emergency Services Committee will meet to approve minutes, consider a consent agenda, and discuss an agreement with Dominion Energy regarding recreation amenities. The committee will also receive fire response reports and budget updates.
- Approval of September 24, 2024 minutes
- Agreement with Dominion Energy regarding Stevens Creek hydroelectric project amenities
- Fire Response Summary and Monthly Reports
- Year to Date Budget Report
- Animal Services Donations
Planning Commission
The Columbia County Planning Commission will review unfinished business and a slate of new applications. Items include a variance for 3530 Evans to Locks Road, an architectural review for 91 Brittany Way, and a massage operator's license for Rosewater Spa & Wellness. Several temporary use authorizations, minor waivers, a conditional use for a place of worship, and multiple rezoning proposals will also be discussed.
- VA24-09-06 variance for 3530 Evans to Locks Road (postponed from 09/19/2024)
- Architectural Review condition of rezoning for 91 Brittany Way
- Massage Operator's License for Rosewater Spa & Wellness, 620 Ponder Place Dr
- Temporary Use Authorization for 6956 Moontown Drive E
- RZ24-10-02 rezoning of 231 N Old Belair Road from R‑1 to S‑1
Board of Commission
The Board of Commissioners will consider a local state of emergency for Tropical Storm Helene and related disaster debris and emergency work contracts. The meeting also includes several zoning variances, rezoning requests, and infrastructure project agreements.
- Resolution 24-44 declaring a Local State of Emergency for Tropical Storm Helene
- Contract amendment with Ceres Environmental Services for Disaster Debris Management Services
- Emergency work authorization with Servpro of Augusta for Savannah Rapids Pavilion
- Rezoning of 1238 Furys Ferry Road from R-1 to S-1
- Project Delivery Agreement with GDOT for Stevens Creek Rd at Evans to Locks Rd intersection
Development and Engineering Services
The Development and Planning Services Committee will meet to approve the September 10, 2024 minutes and adopt the agenda. It will review a consent agenda, receive planning and development services workload and financial reports, and discuss a new application for an alcoholic beverage license for Gregory M Parker Inc dba Parker's #107. The meeting also includes a report on temporary event alcohol permits.
- Approval of September 10, 2024 meeting minutes
- Adoption of the meeting agenda
- Planning Department workload measurement reports (September 2024 and monthly)
- Development Services Division monthly and financial reports
- Consideration of Alcoholic Beverage License for Gregory M Parker Inc dba Parker's #107
Management and Internal Services
The Management and Internal Services Committee will discuss administrative updates, budget adjustments, and personnel appointments. The body is reviewing a name change for its insurance broker and the appointment of a member to the Hospital Authority.
- Amend documents for insurance broker name change to Acrisure Southeast Partners Insurance Services, LLC
- Appointment of Barry A. Fleming to the Hospital Authority
- Fiscal Year 23/24 Required Budget Adjustment for Audit
- Acceptance of 2024 ACCG Group Self-Insurance Workers’ Compensation Fund Employee Safety Grant Award
- EagleView Disaster Response Program Agreement
Public Works Services
The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee will review and vote on several items, including a pump purchase, cell phone allowances, a GDOT project delivery agreement, lighting services agreements, and an independent contractor agreement. Staff reports on the water utility budget and construction projects, as well as roadway projects and resurfacing, will be presented. The meeting also includes legal matters, public comment, and executive‑session items.
- Purchase a 140HP influent pump from Xylem Water Solutions for the Little River Plant
- Add cell phone allowances for Position 743 (Foreman II) and Position 2193 (Crew Leader II)
- Resolution 24-40 and Project Delivery Agreement with GDOT for Stevens Creek Rd at Evans to Locks Rd Intersection Improvements
- Lighting Services Agreements with Georgia Power for new parking lot lighting at the Board of Elections on Range Road and upgrades on Range Road and Columbia Road
- Independent Contractor Agreement with Bluewater Engineering for design services for the Wrightsboro Rd (SR 223) at Louisville Rd Turn Lanes Improvement Project
Community and Emergency Services
The Community and Emergency Services Committee will approve the minutes from the August 27, 2024 meeting and the agenda for this session. It will consider a consent agenda and discuss staff reports on fire response (summary and monthly) and the year‑to‑date budget. The committee will also hear a proposal for an animal services donation.
- Approval of minutes from August 27, 2024 meeting
- Approval of the agenda
- Consent agenda items (to be voted on collectively)
- Animal Services Donation proposal
- Fire Response Summary Report, Fire Response Monthly Report, and Year‑to‑Date Budget Report
Public Facilities Authority
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The body will review minutes from the June 25, 2024 meeting and hold an executive session.
- Approval of June 25, 2024 meeting minutes
Hospital Authority
The Columbia County Hospital Authority will meet to approve the minutes from the June 26, 2024 meeting and conduct executive session. The meeting is scheduled for September 24, 2024, at 11:00 AM in the Commissioners Conference Room.
- Approval of June 26, 2024 minutes
- Executive session
- Meeting location: Commissioners Conference Room, 2nd Floor Building B, Evans, Georgia
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review a preliminary plat for Amanah Village, a 60‑lot development on 8.26 acres at 435 Old Evans Road, currently zoned R‑R. It will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for 1238 Furys Ferry Road (R‑1 to S‑1) and several variance applications affecting properties on Furys Ferry Road, Columbia Road, North Belair Road, Hereford Farm Road, Evans to Locks Road, and Coldwater Street. The agenda also includes discussion of a postponed major PUD revision for 785 Jones Creek and routine items such as legal matters and public comments.
- Preliminary Plat – Amanah Village: 60 lots on 8.26 acres at 435 Old Evans Road, currently zoned R‑R (Tax Map 079, Parcels 232 & 232B).
- Rezoning (RZ24-09-06) – change from R‑1 to S‑1 for 0.23 acres at 1238 Furys Ferry Road (Tax Map 077, Parcel 024).
- Variance (VA24-09-08) – lot size and setback variance for 0.23 acres at 1238 Furys Ferry Road (Tax Map 077, Parcel 024).
- Variance (VA24-09-02) – sign requirements variance for 8.48 acres at 5170 Columbia Road (Tax Map 061, Parcels 022, 022A, 020M), currently zoned C‑2.
- Variance (VA24-09-05) – lot & structure requirements variance for 2.68 acres covering 464 North Belair Road, 470 North Belair Road, and 4390 Hereford Farm Road (Tax Map 072A, Parcels 026A, 061, 062), currently zoned C‑1.
Board of Commission
The Board of Commissioners will consider several land use changes, including PUD revisions and rezoning requests. The meeting also includes approvals for transportation grants and equipment purchases for the Coroner's Office.
- Rezoning of 102 Colonial Road and 303-311 South Belair Road to Community Commercial
- Major PUD Revision for 5095 Washington Road
- Purchase of a refrigerated trailer for the Columbia County Coroner's Office
- Traffic signal installation at Furys Ferry Rd and Blackstone Camp Rd
- First reading of Ordinance 24-02 regarding Body Art client files
Development and Engineering Services
The Development and Planning Services Committee will meet to approve the minutes from the August 13, 2024 meeting, discuss traffic signal installation, and consider an ordinance amending health and sanitation rules regarding body art client files.
- Approval of August 13, 2024 minutes
- Traffic Signal Installation and Associated Equipment Purchases for the Intersection of Furys Ferry Rd and Blackstone Camp Rd
- Ordinance Number 24-02 Amending Chapter 46 Health and Sanitation, Article V Body Art Section 46-117 Client Files
- Development Services Division Monthly Report
- Development Services Division Financial Report
Management and Internal Services
The Management and Internal Services Committee will meet to approve a service agreement with FireK 5K, Inc., renew agreements for CivicClerk software and Cisco Enterprise services, and consider applications for state transportation funding.
- FY25 Service Agreement with FireK 5K, Inc.
- Renewal of CivicClerk Software Agreement with CivicPlus, LLC
- Cisco Enterprise Agreement and Payment Authorization for 2024-2025
- Application for FY2025 Transportation Trust Fund Program
- Purchase of Refrigerated Trailer for Columbia County Coroner's Office
Board of Commission
The Audit Committee will consider approval of the June 11, 2024 meeting minutes. It will discuss a draft report on building standards. It will receive the September internal audit update.
- Approval of minutes from June 11, 2024
- Draft report on building standards
- September internal audit update
Planning Commission
The Columbia County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several rezoning requests, variances, and home occupation permits. The body will also address unfinished business regarding a special revision for a property on Evans to Locks Road.
- RZ24-09-02: Rezoning from R-2 and P-1 to C-C at 102 Colonial Road and 303-311 South Belair Road
- VA24-09-04: Variance for buffers, screening, and use provisions at 102 Colonial Road and 303-311 South Belair Road
- RZ24-09-01: Major PUD Revision at 5095 Washington Road
- Provisional Home Occupation requests for Dig South (2304 William Few Parkway) and Hanna's Closet (3306 Tom Bartles Road)
- RZ24-06-02: Major S-1 Revision at 3592 Evans to Locks Road
Board of Commission
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners will approve the minutes from the August 20 meeting and adopt the agenda. They will vote on a consent agenda that includes multiple service agreements, equipment purchases, and several rezoning and variance proposals. New business will also address infrastructure easements and a proclamation confirming the county as a non‑sanctuary jurisdiction.
- Award bid and service agreement to DISYS Solutions, Inc. for Cisco equipment and services (H1a)
- Renewal agreement with CivicPlus for CivicRec management software (H1c)
- Change Order #1 for the Ronald Reagan Sewerline Repair Project (H3d)
- Rezoning from C-2 to C-3 at 226 Cooper Court, Tax Map 083 Parcel 171 (I1a4)
- Variance to sections 90‑98 for 226 Cooper Court, Tax Map 083 Parcel 171 (I1a5)
Public Works Services
The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee will consider contracts for sewer line repairs, road resurfacing, and equipment purchases. The committee will also discuss text amendments to county ordinances.
- Change Order #1 for Ronald Reagan Sewerline Repair Project
- Award of contract for 2024 LRA Resurfacing to E R Snell Contractor, Inc.
- Purchase of Remote Controlled Green Climber and CCTV System upgrade
- Supplemental Agreement with GDOT for TIA 2 Group 3 Resurfacing
- Text amendments to Columbia County Code of Ordinance Chapter 74 and 90
Community and Emergency Services
The Community and Emergency Services Committee will meet to approve contracts for fire equipment, software, and animal services. The agenda includes consent items and a request to purchase breathing apparatus for the fire department.
- Award bid to DISYS Solutions for Cisco equipment
- Renew agreement with CivicPlus for CivicRec software
- Award bid to Bennett Fire Services for personal protective equipment
- Request to purchase self-contained breathing apparatus
- Memorandum of Understanding with Augusta Technical College
General
The Columbia County Construction Board will convene to approve minutes from a previous meeting and review a monthly report on permits and inspections. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as a roll call and the announcement of upcoming meeting dates.
- Approval of minutes from 02/22/2024
- Monthly Permits & Inspections Report
- Upcoming Meeting Dates and Times
Board of Commission
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners will debate a rezoning request for 5821 Rockford Drive, changing the parcel from Residential Agricultural (R‑A) to Special (S‑1). The board will also take a second reading of Resolution 24‑41 to amend the water utility tap fee schedule. Additional items include several FY25 service agreements, a contract award for the sheriff’s office garage repair, and a request for easements related to the Hereford Farm Road widening project.
- Rezoning R‑A to S‑1 for 5821 Rockford Drive (≈20.76 acres)
- Resolution 24‑41: amendment of the water utility tap fee schedule (second reading)
- FY25 Service Agreement with Alliance for Fort Eisenhower
- Award of BID#2024014‑BID3000 to R.C.N. Contracting Inc. for the sheriff’s office repair garage shop
- Requests for easements/right‑of‑way for the Hereford Farm Road widening project
Planning Commission
The commission will revisit two postponed major Planned Unit Development (PUD) revisions: RZ24-07-03 at 4113 Hammonds Ferry and RZ24-08-02 at 785 Jones Creek. New business includes preliminary plats for Greenpoint Phase III, Marshall Mills, and Cedar Vale developments. A public hearing will consider an appeal of a business‑license denial for CSRA Motor Sports and several temporary‑use, rezoning, and variance requests.
- RZ24-07-03 – Major PUD revision, 4113 Hammonds Ferry, 0.48 acres (postponed from 7/18/24)
- RZ24-08-02 – Major PUD revision, 785 Jones Creek, 0.81 acres (postponed from 8/1/24)
- Greenpoint Phase III – preliminary plat, 35 lots, off Appling Harlem Road, 13.9 acres
- AP24-08-01 – Appeal of business‑license denial for CSRA Motor Sports, 3413 Washington Road
- RZ24-08-04 – Rezoning from R‑2 to S‑1, off Meadow Lane, 0.46 acres
Development and Engineering Services
The Development and Planning Services Committee is meeting to consider contracts for facility upgrades and repair work. The body will also review alcoholic beverage license applications and monthly department workload reports.
- Independent Contractor Agreement with South Western Communications for Control System Upgrades at The Justice Center
- Award of BID#2024014-BID3000 and Contract to R.C.N. Contracting Inc. for the Columbia County's Sheriff's Office Repair Garage Shop
- Alcoholic Beverage License for Gregory M Parker Inc dba Parker's #89
- Alcoholic Beverage License for Gregory M Parker Inc dba Parker's #104
- July 2024 Planning Department and June 2024 Plan Review Work Load measurement reports
Management and Internal Services
The Management and Internal Services Committee is meeting to discuss several service agreements and appointments. The body will review software maintenance authorizations and a regional disaster mitigation plan.
- FY25 Service Agreement with Alliance for Fort Eisenhower
- FY25 Service Agreement with Columbia County Cares, Inc.
- Appointment of Cheryl Carswell to the Board of Health
- Agreement with CSRA Regional Commission to update the Pre-Disaster Hazard Mitigation Plan
- Annual support and license agreements for iasWorld Software and Cityworks 2024-2025
Board of Commission
The Board of Commissioners will consider establishing the 2024 millage rate for property taxes. The meeting also includes votes on water utility tap fees, building standards fees, and several road improvement projects.
- Resolution 24-38 to establish the 2024 millage rate for ad valorem taxes
- Rezoning of 3905 Roberts Road from C-2 (General Commercial) to C-3 (Heavy Commercial)
- Resolution 24-41 to amend the Tap Fee Schedule for Water Utility
- Resolution 24-40 to amend the Fee Schedule for Building Standards
- Construction agreement with CSX Transportation, Inc. for Hardy McManus Rd Widening
General
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the county’s millage rate. Commissioners listed are Chairman Douglas R. Duncan, Jr., Connie M. Melear, Michael W. Carraway, Donald Skinner, Sr., and Alison G. Couch. The agenda includes call to order, roll call, agenda approval, and the millage rate hearing. No other matters are scheduled.
- Public hearing on millage rate
Planning Commission
The Columbia County Planning Commission will review several development items, including a conceptual plan for Abundance Pointe and a final plat for Southwind Village Phase III-B. A public hearing will consider Treehouse Trinkets, a rezoning of 5821 Rockford Drive, a major PUD revision at 785 Jones Creek, and a street‑design variance on Abundance Way. The commission will also address legal matters and receive public comments.
- Conceptual Plan – Abundance Pointe: 9 lots, ~23.17 acres, currently zoned R-4 (Recreational Residential)
- Final Plat – Southwind Village Phase III-B: 55 lots, ~17.28 acres, currently zoned R-2/RCO (Single Family Residential with Residential Cluster Overlay)
- Rezoning RZ24-08-01 – 5821 Rockford Drive: ~20.76 acres, rezoning from R-A (Residential Agricultural) to S-1 (Special)
- Major PUD Revision RZ24-08-02 – 785 Jones Creek: ~0.81 acres, revision of existing Planned Unit Development
- Variance VA24-08-01 – 0 Abundance Way: ~17.5 acres, variance to Section 74-80(f) for street design
Public Works Services
The Public Works and Engineering Services Committee will discuss several contracts and agreements, including a survey for Watson Bailey Road improvements and a resolution to amend the water utility tap fee schedule. It will also review lighting service agreements with Georgia Power, easement and relocation agreements, and construction contracts related to road widening projects. Staff reports on water utility budgets and roadway projects will be presented before public comment and an executive session.
- Authorize McGill and Associates to perform the survey for the Watson Bailey Road Improvements
- Resolution 24-41 amending the Tap Fee Schedule for the Water Utility
- Lighting Services Agreements with Georgia Power at Hereford Farm Rd @ Lawrence Dr and Louisville Rd @ Old Louisville Rd
- Overhead easement to Georgia Power at 1 Dolphin Way (Parcel # 071 012)
- Construction Agreement with CSX Transportation, Inc. for the Hardy McManus Rd Widening Project
Community and Emergency Services
The Columbia County Community and Emergency Services Committee will meet to approve minutes, discuss a vehicle allowance for a Performance Arts Center manager, and review fire response and budget reports. The meeting includes a public comment period and an executive session.
- Approval of June 25, 2024 minutes
- Vehicle Allowance for Box Office Manager II at Performance Arts Center
- Fire Response Summary and Monthly Reports
- Year to Date Budget Report
- Executive Session for personnel and legal matters
General
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to discuss the county’s millage rate. Commissioners will hear public input and consider any proposals related to property tax rates. No decisions are scheduled for this meeting.
- Millage Rate Hearing (public hearing)
Planning Commission
The Columbia County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on rezoning and variance requests. The body will also review a preliminary plat for a new residential section and an architectural review for a veterinary clinic.
- Preliminary plat for Tillery Park Section III: 120 lots on 37 acres off Baker Place Road
- Architectural review for Westhaven Vet at 435 Westhaven Court
- Public hearing for RZ24-07-03: Major PUD Revision at 4113 Hammonds Ferry
- Public hearing for RZ24-07-04: Rezoning from C-2 to C-3 at 3905 Roberts Road
- Public hearing for VA24-07-03: Variance request for 3905 Roberts Road
General
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to discuss the proposed 2024 millage rate. The meeting is scheduled for July 16, 2024, at 5:45 PM at the Evans Government Center Auditorium.
- Public Hearing on Millage Rate
- Meeting at Evans Government Center Auditorium
- Board of Commissioners meeting
- Scheduled for July 16, 2024 at 5:45 PM
Board of Commission
The Board of Commissioners will consider several rezoning requests and variances, including properties on Furys Ferry Road and Lakeview Drive. The meeting includes votes on construction contracts for a new Building A and various administrative appointments.
- Contract to McKnight Construction Company for the construction of New Building A
- RZ24-06-04: Major S-1 (Special) Revision for 837 Furys Ferry Road
- RZ24-07-01: Rezoning from S-1 (Special) to R-A (Residential Agricultural) for 1209 Lakeview Drive
- Resolution 24-40: First reading to amend the Fee Schedule for Building Standards
- Ordinance Number 24-01: Second reading for Chapter 22 Business and Business Regulations, Article IX Hotels and Motels
Planning Commission
The Columbia County Planning Commission will review an unfinished rezoning request for 837 Furys Ferry Road. The commission will also hold public hearings for several new rezoning, variance, and temporary use applications.
- Rezoning from S-1 to R-A at 1209 Lakeview Drive
- Temporary Use Authorization for 5863 Washington Road
- Major PUD Revision at 1836 Champions Circle
- Variance request for 615 Emerald Crossing
- Variance request for 4329 Belair Frontage Road