Gordon County public meetings in 2022
28 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Commissioners
The Gordon County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss regular meeting items, followed by a regular session that includes public hearings on four rezoning applications. The board will also consider a second reading of an alcohol beverage ordinance and approve budget amendments for multiple funds.
- Public hearing for Ron Vail's request to rezone from A-1 to I-2
- Public hearing for Paul Svihla's requests to rezone from A-1 to RA-1 and from A-1 to R-6
- Public hearing for Thuy Truong's request to rezone from A-1 to Conditional Use
- Public hearing for John Richardson's request to rezone from A-1 to RA-1
- Second reading of Malt Beverage, Wine, Liquor Ordinance
The Board approved three rezoning requests, including a $50M+ natural gas extraction facility, while denying a request to add chicken houses on Goat Road. The Board also approved budget amendments for multiple funds and updated the Malt Beverage, Wine Liquor Ordinance to allow Sunday sales.
- Approved Application #Z22-22 to rezone 19.79 acres from A-1 to I-2 for a natural gas facility (4-0)
- Approved Application #Z22-24 and #Z22-25 to rezone 4.23 acres from A-1 to RA-1 and R-6 (4-0)
- Denied Application #Z22-26 to rezone 35 acres from A-1 to Conditional Use for three new chicken houses (4-0)
- Approved Application #22-28 to rezone 2.039 acres from A-1 to RA-1 (4-0)
- Approved changes to Malt Beverage, Wine Liquor Ordinance allowing Sunday sales from 12:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. (3-1)
- Approved budget amendments for General, Fire, American Rescue Plan, Condemnation, Hotel Motel Tax, and Jail funds (4-0)
- Approved 2023 Renewal and New Applications for Malt Beverage, Wine, Liquor (3-1)
- Approved meeting minutes from December 6, 2022 (4-0)
Planning Commission
The Gordon County Planning Commission voted on several rezoning and variance requests. The most notable item was a recommendation to deny a request to add three chicken houses on Goat Road, after neighbors raised concerns about air quality and health hazards. The commission also approved a variance and rezoning for a landfill renewable natural gas plant near Ranger, and several other rezoning requests for residential use.
- Denial recommended for 3 additional chicken houses on 35 acres at 835 Goat Road, Resaca (Z22-26)
- Variance and rezoning approved for a landfill renewable natural gas plant on 19.97 acres on Pleasant Hill Extension, Ranger (V22-17, Z22-22)
- Rezoning approved for a 4.23-acre tract from A-1 to RA-1 and a 0.99-acre tract from A-1 to R-6 at 549 Cornelison Road, Rydal (Z22-24, Z22-25)
- Variance granted for a 15-foot setback reduction on a 0.47-acre lot on Rips Road (V22-18)
- Variance granted for reduced side and rear setbacks on a 0.78-acre lot at 246 Williams Way, S.W. (V22-19)
The Commission recommended the denial of a rezoning request for additional chicken houses at 835 Goat Road. It recommended approval for three other rezoning requests and granted three variance applications.
- Granted variance #V22-17 to reduce buffer requirements to zero feet (All aye)
- Recommended approval of rezoning #Z22-22 from A-1 to I-2 for a natural gas plant (All aye)
- Recommended approval of rezoning #Z22-24 from A-1 to RA-1 for a new home (All aye)
- Recommended approval of rezoning #Z22-25 from A-1 to R-6 for a mobile home (All aye)
- Recommended denial of rezoning #Z22-26 from A-1 to Conditional Use for 3 chicken houses (All aye)
- Recommended approval of rezoning #Z22-28 from A-1 to RA-1 for a home (All aye)
- Granted variance #V22-18 for a 15-foot setback from R-O-W (All aye)
- Granted variance #V22-19 to reduce side and rear setbacks for a garage/apartment (All aye)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners approved four rezoning applications, including a change to general commercial for Sugar Valley, and held a first reading of an amendment to allow Sunday alcohol sales. They also reappointed members to the Board of Tax Assessors and Hospital Authority, and adopted the 2023 meeting schedule.
- Approved rezoning of Neftaly Ortiz property from A-1 to R-1 low density residential
- Approved rezoning of Wheelhouse Holdings from A-1 to Conditional Use
- Approved rezoning of Celia Hurd from A-1 to RA-1 Residential Agricultural
- Approved rezoning of Hibbymo Properties/Sugar Valley from A-1 to C-G General Commercial
- First reading of amendment to allow Sunday alcohol sales under Malt Beverage Wine and Liquor Ordinance
The Board of Commissioners approved four separate rezoning applications and the 2023 meeting schedule. The board also reappointed members to the Board of Tax Assessors and the Hospital Authority.
- Approved rezoning Application #Z22-19 from A-1 to R-1 with stipulations (3-0)
- Approved rezoning Application #Z22-20 from A-1 to Conditional Use (3-0)
- Approved rezoning Application #Z22-21 from A-1 to RA-1 (3-0)
- Approved rezoning Application #Z22-23 from A-1 to C-G (3-0)
- Approved 2023 Board of Commissioners meeting schedule (3-0)
- Approved reappointment of Stephanie Jones to Board of Tax Assessors for a six-year term (3-0)
- Approved reappointment of Nancy Nichols to Hospital Authority for a three-year term (3-0)
- Approved minutes from November 15, 2022 meeting (3-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting with mostly procedural items. They noted that a first reading of an amendment to the county's alcohol ordinance to allow Sunday sales (per voter referendum) will occur at the first December meeting, with a second reading at the second December meeting. The board also approved several routine requests and declarations of surplus property.
- First reading of amendment to Gordon County Code of Ordinance for Sunday alcohol sales set for December 2022
- Approved request to open Resaca Battlefield on November 17, 2022 for National Hiking Day
- Reappointed Dr. Joyave to the Gordon County Board of Health for a term ending December 31, 2028
- Declared surplus property from Public Works Department to be sold at auction
- Declared surplus property from Sheriff's Department including a 1996 Ford Explorer and 27 twelve-gauge shotguns to be sold or traded for replacement firearms
The Board of Commissioners approved a request to open the Resaca Battlefield for National Hiking Day and reappointed Dr. Joyave to the Board of Health. Additionally, the Board declared various equipment from the Public Works and Sheriff's departments as surplus for sale or trade.
- Approved opening Resaca Battlefield on November 17, 2022, for National Hiking Day
- Approved reappointment of Dr. Joyave to the Gordon County Board of Health through December 31, 2028
- Approved Declaration of Surplus Property for Public Works miscellaneous equipment to be sold at auction
- Approved Declaration of Surplus Property for Sheriff's Department 1996 Ford Explorer, 27 shotguns, and miscellaneous equipment
- Approved minutes for November 1, 2022, meetings
Planning Commission
The Gordon County Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted on five rezoning and one variance application. All items were approved and forwarded to the Board of Commissioners for final decisions.
- Approved rezoning of 2.04 acres at 1215 Highway 41, North from A-1 to R-1, subject to Environmental Health issues
- Approved rezoning of 11.43 acres at 2777 Nickelsville Road, Resaca from A-1 to Conditional Use for a wedding venue and barn renovation
- Approved rezoning of 8.24 acres at 3585 Red Bud Road from A-1 to RA-1 for subdivision
- Granted variance to allow rebuilding 7 chicken houses 135 feet from property line on 61.15 acres at 149 S. Airport Circle, NW, Resaca, over opposition from neighbors
- Approved rezoning of 2.07 acres at 2873 Sugar Valley Rd, Sugar Valley from A-1 to C-G for a 10,640 sq ft Dollar General store, over opposition from a neighbor
The Planning Commission recommended four rezoning requests for approval to the Board of Commissioners. The commission also granted a variance for the construction of chicken houses in Resaca.
- Recommended approval of rezoning #Z22-19 (1215 Highway 41, North) from A-1 to R-1 (All aye)
- Recommended approval of rezoning #Z22-20 (2777 Nickelsville Road, Resaca) from A-1 to Conditional Use (All aye)
- Recommended approval of rezoning #Z22-21 (3585 Red Bud Road) from A-1 to RA-1 (All aye)
- Granted variance #V22-16 (149 S. Airport Circle, NW, Resaca) to rebuild 7 chicken houses 135 feet from property line (All aye)
- Recommended approval of rezoning #Z22-23 (2873 Sugar Valley Rd) from A-1 to C-G for a Dollar General Store (All aye)
- Approved minutes from October 17, 2022 (All aye)
Historic Preservation Commission
The Commission approved a request from the Chamber of Commerce to open Resaca Battlefield Park on November 17, 2022. The meeting also included reports on park renovations and the status of the Town of Resaca’s Civil War Museum.
- Approved June 6, 2022 meeting minutes (All aye)
- Approved request to open Resaca Battlefield Park on November 17, 2022 for National Hiking Day (All aye)
Board of Commissioners
The Gordon County Board of Commissioners approved two rezoning requests, a new fire department fee schedule, and a resolution authorizing the finance director to invest county funds in higher-yield accounts. The board also reappointed two members to the Historic Preservation Commission.
- Approved rezoning Z22-17: Charles & Connie Mauro from A-1 to R-2 low density residential
- Approved rezoning Z22-18: CHI Acquisitions, L.P. from A-1 to I-1 light industrial, contingent on title transfer
- Approved Gordon County Fire Department Fee Schedule
- Passed Resolution of Authority for Finance Director Andrea Bramlett to invest county funds in higher-yield accounts
- Reappointed James Weaver and Jeff Henderson to Historic Preservation Commission for three-year terms ending 6/1/2025
The Board of Commissioners approved two rezoning applications for residential and industrial use. They also adopted a new fee schedule for the Gordon County Fire Department and authorized the Finance Director to move funds into higher-yielding interest accounts.
- Approved rezoning #Z22-17 from A-1 to R-2 low density residential (4-0)
- Approved rezoning #Z22-18 from A-1 to I-1 light industrial, contingent upon sale of property (4-0)
- Approved Gordon County Fire Department Fee Schedule (4-0)
- Approved Resolution of Authority for Finance Director Andrea Bramlett to invest County funds in higher yielding accounts (4-0)
- Approved re-appointment of James Weaver and Jeff Henderson to the Historic Preservation Commission for terms ending 6/1/2025 (4-0)
- Approved minutes from October 18, 2022 meeting (4-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Gordon County Board of Commissioners approved a contract with Beyond Identity for a software-as-a-service license to protect IT systems, and declared surplus IT property. The meeting also included reports from the county administrator and commissioners on various county operations.
Planning Commission
The Gordon County Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted on two rezoning requests and one variance. They recommended approval of a rezoning from A-1 to I-1 for a 90-acre tract at 448 Spring Hill Road and Old Dixie Hwy. in Adairsville for industrial development, and approved a variance and rezoning for a 1.74-acre tract at 146 Hammond Road in Calhoun to allow subdivision and a lot split. Both recommendations will go to the Board of County Commissioners for final action.
- Variance #V22-15: Approved reduction of county road frontage from 75 feet to 30 feet for a 1.74-acre tract at 146 Hammond Road, Calhoun, contingent on Environmental Health resolution.
- Rezoning #Z22-17: Approved recommendation to rezone the same 1.74-acre tract from A-1 to R-1, contingent on Environmental Health resolution.
- Rezoning #Z22-18: Approved recommendation to rezone a 90-acre tract at 448 Spring Hill Road and Old Dixie Hwy., Adairsville from A-1 to I-1 for industrial development, including one building, parking, and truck courts.
- Public comment: William Prueter opposed the industrial rezoning, citing threats to quality of life and air; Andy Bailie raised concerns about fire protection, flood zone, and lack of a DRI and traffic study.
- Applicant's attorney stated a DRI would be completed by the week of October 17, 2022, for the Board of Commissioners' review before the November 1, 2022 final hearing.
Board of Commissioners
The Gordon County Board of Commissioners approved a contract for a tank gauge package and filled a vacancy on the Planning Commission. The board also authorized the appointment of a voting delegate for the 2023 ACCG Policy Agenda.
- Contract with United Pump and Controls, Inc. for a VeederRoot automatic tank gauge package for the Public Works Department
- Appointment of Thomas Hibberts to the Planning Commission for a term ending 12/31/2022
- Authorization for Keith King to appoint an ACCG Voting Delegate for the 2023 ACCG Policy Agenda
Board of Commissioners
The Board held a public hearing and voted to maintain the millage rate at 9.515 mills for the 2022 tax levy. The meeting also included decisions on zoning requests and updates to the county building code.
- Approved 2022 tax levy at 9.515 mills
- Approved rezoning Application #Z22-14 to C-H highway commercial for Christina R. Jenkins
- Approved rezoning Application #Z22-15 to R-6 manufactured housing for 3.26 acres on Spring Hill Road
- Approved Code Amendment to the Building Code to adopt International Building and Residential codes
- Approved Georgia Power request for power easement to trim vegetation on Pittman Road in Ranger
Planning Commission
The Gordon County Planning Commission reviewed three rezoning applications. Two requests were recommended for approval and sent to the Board of Commissioners, while one was tabled until October 10, 2022.
- Approved rezoning of 0.44 acres at 1600 Sugar Valley Road from A-1 to C-H for an auto service station, with stipulations on vehicle storage and fencing
- Approved rezoning of 3.26 acres at 199 Spring Hill Road from A-1 to R-6 for two mobile homes for employee housing
- Tabled rezoning application #Z22-16 for a 111.97 acre tract on Miller Ferry Road and Shaw Road from A-1 to I-1 pending a regional impact report
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners approved a multi-year software agreement and a residential rezoning request. The body also authorized an appeal of state audit findings and filled several board appointments.
- Approved rezoning of a 2.2 acre tract on Pleasant Hill Road from A-1 to R-1 for Harry and Rosalind Borders
- Approved 3-year agreement with Daston Corporation for Google Workspace Enterprise at $149,000 per year
- Approved request from Board of Assessors to appeal sales ratio findings from State Department of Audits
- Appointed Penny Rickett to the Board of Assessors for a term ending 6/10/2025
- Declared a 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2001 Ford Truck as surplus property for auction
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission reviewed multiple variance and rezoning applications during its August 8, 2022 meeting. The body approved setback reductions for three tracts on Stirrat Road, a structure variance for Hall Memorial Road, and a rezoning for property on Pleasant Hill Road.
- Variance #V22-09, #V22-10, & #V22-11: Reduced setback from 40 feet to 20 feet at 1160, 1161, 1162 Stirrat Road, Ranger
- Variance #V22-13: Granted a 1,000 square foot variance for a metal structure at 775 Hall Memorial Road, Calhoun
- Rezoning #Z22-13: Approved rezoning of 2.2 acres on Pleasant Hill Road, Ranger from A-1 to R-1
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners approved a budget amendment for employee retention payments and renewed several annual service contracts. The board also updated the distribution of Local Option Sales Tax (LOST) funds based on recent census data.
- Budget amendment of $116,281.13 for ARPA retention pay ($5,000 for eligible full-time and $2,500 for part-time employees)
- Contract renewal for HyperReach emergency notices at $12,000 per year
- Approval of LOST certificate of distribution for Calhoun, Fairmount, Resaca, and Plainville
- Annual agreement for 2023 Public Defender indigent defense services
- Agreements with outside agencies including County and City School Nurse, Arts Council, VAC, Prevent Child Abuse, and Winners Club
Planning Commission
The Gordon County Planning Commission met to hear requests for zoning changes and variances. The body recommended one rezoning for approval and granted two variances for property development.
- Approved rezoning application #Z22-11 for 1 acre at 903 Ryo Mtn. Road from A-1 to R-1
- Granted variance #V22-07 for 333 Packet Court to reduce ROW and side setbacks
- Granted variance #V22-08 for 2410 Boone Ford Road to reduce county road frontage
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners held a public hearing for the 2022/2023 budget and decided on several rezoning requests. The body also approved a construction agreement for the Senior Center and extended a lease for Human Services offices.
- Approved rezoning of 15 acres on Harris Beamer Road from A-1 to R-4 for approximately 120 townhomes with a vegetative buffer.
- Approved rezoning for Thor Equities, LLC from A-1 to I-1 on Trimble Hollow Road, contingent on the developer improving the road to industrial grade by October 31, 2022.
- Approved construction agreement with Momon Construction for Senior Center renovations including flooring, kitchen equipment, and HVAC.
- Approved a one-year lease extension with the State Properties Commission for Human Services Department offices (Jan 1, 2023 – Dec 31, 2023).
- Appointed Jessie Vaughn to the Airport Authority for a three-year term ending June 30, 2025.
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting to address zoning requests and annual contracts. They approved two rezoning applications and a funding agreement for prosecuting services, while tabling one industrial rezoning request for further road improvement discussions.
- Approved rezoning Application #Z22-07 from A-1 to RA-1 for Joshua H. Turner
- Approved rezoning Application #Z22-08 from A-1 to R-4 for 120 townhome units on Harris Beamer Road
- Tabled rezoning Applications #Z22-09 and #Z22-10 for Thor Equities, LLC regarding Trimble Hollow Road
- Approved annual contract with Prosecuting Attorneys Council for $201,168
- Presented the recommended Fiscal Year 2022/2023 Gordon County Budget
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission reviewed multiple applications for land use changes and buffer reductions. These include residential subdivisions, a townhome development in Calhoun, and industrial rezonings in Adairsville.
- Rezoning of 5.187 acres at 256 Freeman Road from A-1 to RA-1
- Rezoning of 15 acres at 883 Harris Beamer Road from A-1 to R-4 for townhome development
- Variance and rezoning of 1 acre on Trimble Hollow Road from A-1 to I-1
- Variance for a 35 acre tract at US Hwy 41 South and Trimble Hollow Road
- Variance and rezoning of property at 1383 and 2334 Trimble Hollow Road from A-1 to I-1
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners conducted a regular meeting to approve previous minutes and recognize employees. No new business or legislative actions were decided during the session.
- Approval of minutes from the April 19, 2022 Work Session and Regular Meeting
- Proclamation for Law Enforcement Appreciation Week (May 11-17, 2022)
- Acceptance of a County Seal Emblem created by Bill Kulhman
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners decided on two rezoning applications and approved the disposal of surplus property. The meeting included a public hearing regarding residential and industrial land use.
- Approved rezoning of ~10 acres on Highway 136 from A-1 to I-2 heavy industrial for wood pallet manufacturing
- Approved rezoning of 129.94 acres from A-1 to R-3 Suburban Density Residential for a 335-lot subdivision
- Approved surplus property declaration for a Glock Pistol Model 459MM to be retained by retiring Officer Randal Gibson
- Approved surplus property declaration for miscellaneous office furniture and equipment from the old Main Courthouse
- Discussed budget amendments to record fund transfers for dump trucks and road repairs
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners approved several rezoning requests for commercial and residential use. They also authorized a bid award for a new fire department generator and an agreement with OWR, LLC regarding Trimble Hollow Road.
- Rezoning approval for Rechal Rentals, LLC to build mini storage facilities
- Rezoning approval for Jeffrey Scott Lunsford to expand fireworks store
- Rezoning approval for Brian & Pam Long to use property for cows
- Rezoning approval for Stephen Ware to build two affordable houses
- Bid award of $45,547.54 to Fairmount Poultry and Building Supply for a fire department generator
Board of Commissioners
The meeting consisted of procedural items including the approval of minutes from March 1, 2022. No new business or unfinished business was considered.
- Approval of minutes for the Work Session and Regular Meeting of March 1, 2022
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners approved a rezoning request for a 74-acre property to allow light industrial use. The developer will fund required water, sewer, and road improvements, including an intersection at Highway 53 and Old Highway 53.
- Approved rezoning application #Z21-34 for Industrial VI Enterprises, LLC from A-1 to I-1
- Adopted DCA-approved Comprehensive Plan Amendment for Broadband
- Approved malt beverage and wine license for Heny Patel and Highway Express at 4053 Chatsworth Highway 225
- Denied malt beverage and wine license application for Ashik Patel and Rainbow Corner
- Declared three vehicles and various equipment as surplus property
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners approved a request to rezone 94 acres on Trimble Hollow Road and Spring Hill Road for heavy industrial use. They also passed a resolution regarding sales tax collection for Gordon County School District bonds and approved an AT&T service agreement for 911 services.
- Rezoning of 94 acres from A-1 to I-2 Heavy Industrial for OWR, LLC on Trimble Hollow Road and Spring Hill Road
- Approval of the Reimbursement Program Agreement for the Scrap Tire Amnesty Event
- Resolution for Gordon County School District general obligation sales tax bonds covering projects including $6.5 million for Swain Elementary and $8 million to $9 million for Ashworth Middle School
- Service Arrangement Agreement with AT&T for 911 services
- Appointment of Commissioner Bud Owens to the Gordon County/Floyd County Development Authority
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners approved a new draft map for commission districts to balance representation. They also authorized an amendment for the Gordon County Courthouse project and declared three X-ray machines surplus for the Sheriff's Department.
- Approval of a new Commission Districts draft map
- Amendment to the Momon Construction Agreement for the courthouse project at a guaranteed maximum price of $6,345,672
- Declaration of surplus property for three AutoClear X-Ray machines for the Sheriff's Department
- Appointment of Dr. Joseph Joya to the Board of Health for an unexpired term ending 12/31/2022
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners approved several zoning requests and a budget amendment for employee cost-of-living allowances. The body also authorized the gross maximum price for the main courthouse building renovation and a paving proposal.
- Approved $642,875 budget amendment for 10% cost-of-living allowance for county employees
- Approved $6,347,672 gross maximum price for main courthouse building renovation
- Approved 2022/2023 LMIG paving proposal for 18.99 miles with an $847,610.26 grant and $254,283.78 local match
- Approved rezoning of 5313 Fairmount Highway from A-1 to I-1 for warehousing
- Approved rezoning of properties on Dodd Avenue from A-1 to I-1 for InLight development
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners approved a 10% cost of living adjustment for all full and part-time employees to address inflation and staffing shortages. The board also approved several infrastructure costs and grant funds for local projects.
- 10% cost of living adjustment (COLA) for all full and part-time county employees
- $238,000 change order for Judicial Building phase one costs funded by SPLOST
- $175,000 state grant resolution for improvements to Brookshire Park
- Increased fees for chert mine loads and driveway right-of-way permits ($50 residential / $100 commercial)
- Elevator service contract with Genesis Elevator Company for the new judicial building