Barrow County public meetings in 2025

Planning Commission

The Barrow County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on six rezoning and variance requests, including a proposed 99-lot open space subdivision at 1381 Loganville Hwy which will be tabled to the January 15, 2026 meeting. Other items include rezonings for smaller subdivisions on Clacktown Rd, Cronic Town Rd, and Hwy 211. The commission will also elect a 2026 chairman and vice chairman.

• Special use request for metal siding and accessory dwelling variance at 842 Eastmont Rd
• Rezoning of 51.37 acres at 1381 Loganville Hwy from AG to R-2 for 99-lot open space subdivision (tabled to Jan 2026)
• Rezoning of 11.43 acres at 0 Clacktown Rd from AG to R-1 for 5-lot minor subdivision
• Rezoning of 15.24 acres at 0 Clacktown Rd from AG to R-1 for 5-lot minor subdivision with lot width variance
• Rezoning of 10.28 acres at 1411 Cronic Town Rd from AG to R-1 to subdivide into 2 tracts

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will hold public hearings to review two variance requests regarding property setbacks and accessory units. The board will also elect its 2026 Chairman and Vice Chairman.

• VAR2025-00052: Variance request for 1602 Thomas Dr to allow a 30x60 accessory unit to be rebuilt
• VAR2025-00054: Variance request for 938 Honeysuckle Tr to reduce front setback from 50' to 35'
• Election of 2026 Chairman and Vice Chairman

Board of Commissioners

The Barrow County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on 15 rezoning and special use requests, including a mixed-use village with 89 townhomes, 17 single-family homes, and 4.36 acres of commercial space at 1753/1745 Highway 211 NW. Other items include rezoning of 95 acres near Manning Gin Road, a proposed inert landfill cell, and a future land use map amendment. The board also will consider consent agenda appointments, the 2026 meeting schedule, a pet adoption fee reduction, and several contracts including $637,000 in road design task orders.

• Mixed-use village at 1753/1745 Highway 211 NW (45.1 acres, 89 townhomes, 17 single-family homes, 4.36 acres commercial)
• Rezone of 95.01 acres at Manning Gin Rd to R-1 Low Density Single-Family Residential
• Special use permit for an inert landfill cell on 10 acres at 689 Jefferson Hwy
• Design service task orders for Rockwell Church Road projects (total $637,000)
• Reduction of pet adoption fees for the 2025 holiday season

The Barrow County Board of Commissioners approved seven rezoning applications and a special‑use permit for an inert landfill cell, each with specific development conditions. One rezoning request was tabled for consideration at the next voting session. All approvals were unanimous except a change‑in‑conditions vote that passed 6‑1.

• Tabled mixed‑use village rezoning request (45.105 acres) – unanimous
• Approved rezoning of 33.46 acres to R‑1 with eight conditions – unanimous
• Approved rezoning of 7.12 acres to R‑1 with six conditions – unanimous
• Approved rezoning of 2.62 acres to R‑1 with three conditions – unanimous
• Approved change in Condition #2 for RZ 2023‑043 (max 10 units 2,000 sf, others 3,000 sf) – 6‑1
• Approved rezoning of 3.342 acres to R‑1 and variance for road frontage – unanimous
• Approved special‑use permit for a new inert landfill cell with four conditions – unanimous
• Approved rezoning of 8.12 acres to R‑1 with eight conditions – unanimous

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special called meeting that consists only of a call to order, an executive session for discussion of matters exempt from open meetings law (litigation, real estate, personnel, or exempt records), and adjournment. No votes or public decisions are scheduled.

• Executive session to discuss pending litigation, real estate acquisition/disposition/lease, personnel matters, or exempt records

The Board voted to enter an executive session at 5:05 p.m. to discuss pending and potential litigation. The executive session was adjourned at 5:56 p.m. The regular meeting was then adjourned at 5:56 p.m. All motions passed unanimously.

• Motion to enter executive session at 5:05 p.m. – passed unanimously
• Motion to adjourn executive session at 5:56 p.m. – passed unanimously
• Motion to adjourn the regular meeting at 5:56 p.m. – passed unanimously

Board of Commissioners

The Board will vote on a resolution to temporarily pause sewer service to new residential developments in the City of Auburn's water service area. Other action items include a senior center remodel contract ($54,490), change orders for the courthouse ($45,088.72) and water tank excavation ($147,611.10), and removal of a condition from a commercial rezoning on Bethlehem Springs Blvd.

• Senior center remodel construction services agreement - $54,490 from Cardinal Construction Team, LLC
• Change Order No. 1 for Judicial Courthouse - $45,088.72 from Stiles Heating and Cooling
• Change Order No. 1 for Northeast Elevated Water Tank exploratory debris excavations - $147,611.10 from Phoenix Fabricators & Erectors
• Consideration to remove Condition No. 10 from zoning decision for ±17.319 acres at Bethlehem Springs Blvd (BOC 2025-00012 RZ SU)
• Resolution to temporarily pause Barrow County sewer service to new residential developments in City of Auburn's water service area

The Barrow County Board approved a $54,490 remodel and room expansion for the Senior Center and the FY 2025 Budget Adjustment Resolution, both by unanimous vote. It also declared two Animal Control vehicles, a Roads and Bridges welder, and an airport tractor surplus, and approved two change orders totaling $192,699.82. A proposal to temporarily pause sewer service to new Auburn residential developments failed 3‑4.

• Approved $54,490 Senior Center remodel contract (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2025 Budget Adjustment Resolution (unanimous)
• Approved declaration of surplus vehicles, welder, and tractor (unanimous)
• Approved $45,088.72 Change Order No.1 for Judicial Courthouse (unanimous)
• Approved $147,611.10 Change Order No.1 for Northeast Elevated Water Tank (unanimous)
• Failed to approve temporary pause of Barrow County sewer service to new Auburn developments (3-4)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:36 p.m. (unanimous)

Winder-Barrow Industrial Building Authority

The Winder‑Barrow Industrial Building Authority will adopt the minutes from its November 10, 2025 meeting. The board will discuss the Spring Mountain Center/Noviland project as new business. The agenda also includes a public comment period and a possible executive‑session portion before adjourning.

• Adopt November 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discuss Spring Mountain Center/Noviland project (new business)
• Public comment period
• Potential executive session (if needed)
• Adjournment

The board presented the minutes from the October 10, 2025 meeting. A motion to approve was made by Graham and seconded by Terrell. The motion passed and the minutes were approved. No other actions were taken.

• Approved October 10, 2025 minutes (motion by Graham, second by Terrell, passed)

Planning Commission

The Barrow County Planning Commission will consider 13 rezoning requests and one special use permit at its November 20 meeting. The agenda includes requests to rezone land from agricultural to residential and commercial classifications across multiple districts.

• Rezone 95.01 acres to R-1 on Manning Gin Rd
• Rezone 80.30 acres to R-3 for Mixed-Use Village on Highway 211
• Rezone 3.89 acres to C-3 on Clarence Edwards Rd
• Special Use Permit for Inert Landfill cell on Jefferson Hwy
• Rezone 33.46 acres to R-1 on Lackey Rd

The Barrow County Planning Commission unanimously approved multiple rezoning applications and special‑use permits, including a 95.01‑acre conversion to R‑1 residential. A 19.16‑acre rezoning passed by a 3‑to‑1 vote, and a 7.57‑acre rezoning with variances passed with a 2‑to‑2 tie. The meeting adjourned at 7:12 pm and the next commission meeting is set for December 9, 2025.

• Approved rezoning of 33.46 acres at 0 Lackey Rd from AG to R‑1 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 7.12 acres at 976 Manning Gin Rd from AG to R‑1 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 2.62 acres at Manger Ave from AG to R‑1 (unanimous)
• Approved Special Use Permit for 10‑acre inert landfill at 689 Jefferson Hwy (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 7.57 acres at 424 E Midland Ave with variances (passed 2‑to‑2)
• Approved rezoning of 19.16 acres at 0 Rat Kinney Rd from AG to R‑1 (passed 3‑to‑1)
• Approved rezoning of 95.01 acres at 359 & 0 Manning Gin Rd from AG to R‑1 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 3.89 acres at 718 Clarence Edwards Rd from AR to C‑3 (unanimous)

Board of Appeals

The Barrow County Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request to allow metal siding for a garage addition connected by a breezeway to the principal dwelling at 1060 Bethlehem Road. The board will also consider approving minutes from its October 9, 2025 meeting.

• Public hearing on variance VAR 2025-00037 for 1060 Bethlehem Rd to allow metal siding on a garage addition (UDC Sec. 89-127(c)(2))
• Approval of minutes from October 9, 2025 meeting

The Board of Appeals approved the minutes from the October 9, 2025 meeting unanimously. It also approved the public hearing procedures unanimously. The board approved variance request VAR 2025-00037 for 1060 Bethlehem Rd to allow metal siding on a garage addition, unanimously. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous motion.

• Approved October 9, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved public hearing procedures (unanimous)
• Approved variance VAR 2025-00037 for 1060 Bethlehem Rd (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn passed (unanimous)

Barrow-Braselton Joint Economic Development Authority

The Barrow-Braselton Joint Economic Development Authority is holding a regular meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, receive financial and director reports, and address old and new business. The agenda includes standard procedural items and a possible executive session. No specific action items or proposals are listed.

• Review and approval of September 9, 2025, meeting minutes
• Treasurer report and Economic Development Director report

The Barrow‑Braselton Joint Economic Development Authority unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It also unanimously approved the minutes from the September 9, 2025 meeting. No other actions or decisions were taken.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 9, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Winder-Barrow Industrial Building Authority

The Winder-Barrow Industrial Business Authority will hold a mostly procedural meeting, including adoption of minutes from April and September 2025. The only substantive item is a discussion about the Spring Mountain Center/Noviland project under new business. Public comment and a possible executive session are also scheduled.

• Adoption of meeting minutes from April 14, 2025, and September 8, 2025
• Discussion of Spring Mountain Center/Noviland under new business
• Public comment period
• Possible executive session

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on several rezoning and special use requests, including a proposed mixed-use village on Highway 211 NW. The board will also consider a $132,500 contract for airport taxiway lighting and various intergovernmental agreements.

• Proposed mixed-use village on ±45.105 acres at 1753/1745 Highway 211 NW with 89 townhomes and 17 single-family homes
• Task Order No. 21 for Airport Taxiway Lighting Project with Lead Edge Design Group, Inc. for $132,500.00
• Rezoning of ±17.319 acres from R-3 to C-3 at 300 Bethlehem Springs Blvd for commercial use exceeding 150,000 sq. ft.
• Special Use Request for continued pallet manufacturing at 1030 Bankhead Hwy
• Automatic Aid Agreement between City of Winder Fire Department and Barrow County Fire Department

The Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and minutes. It approved rezoning requests for Ledbetter Rd, Harry McCarty Rd, Chandler Rd, and County-Line Auburn Rd, each with staff‑recommended conditions. Special‑use requests for 1030 Bankhead Hwy and a mixed‑use village on Highway 211 NW were also approved, the latter being tabled for a future meeting. A proposed FLUM amendment for 706 Patrick Mill Rd failed with a 2‑to‑3 vote.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 475 & 0 Ledbetter Rd to R‑1 (unanimous) with construction conditions
• Approved rezoning of 461 Harry McCarty Rd to R‑1 (unanimous) with construction conditions
• Approved special use at 1030 Bankhead Hwy with variance (unanimous)
• Approved FLUM amendment for 441 Chandler Rd and rezoning of ±2.06 acres to R‑1 (unanimous)
• Failed FLUM amendment for 706 Patrick Mill Rd (2‑to‑3 vote)
• Approved special use Mixed‑Use Village on 1753/1745 Highway 211 NW, motion to table (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Barrow County Board of Commissioners will consider approving contracts for veterinary services, road striping, and utility projects, along with a policy update for the Public Works Department. The body will also hold a second public hearing on a draft Capital Improvement Element.

• Second public hearing on Capital Improvement Element and Impact Fee Study
• Consideration to approve FY 2026 Aging Services Contract ($235,385.86)
• Consideration to approve Striping Contract ($214,350.00)
• Consideration to approve Utility Betterment Agreement for SR316 Bundle 3 ($1,506,620.96)
• Consideration to approve RFP2026-01 County TSPLOST On Call Engineering Services

The Barrow County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a series of contracts and agreements, including a $1,506,620.96 utility betterment agreement for the SR316 Bundle 3 design‑build project and a $235,385.86 aging services contract for the senior center. They also authorized $30,000 from the unassigned fund balance to continue senior meals and Meals on Wheels during the federal shutdown. The session entered and exited an executive session before adjourning.

• Approved amendment to agenda to authorize $30,000 for senior center meals program (unanimous)
• Approved transmission of Capital Improvement Element and Impact Fee Study to NEGRC and DCA (unanimous)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement for Piedmont Judicial Circuit (unanimous)
• Approved RFP‑02 On‑Call Veterinary Services Agreements with listed providers (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2026 Aging Services Contract for Barrow County Senior Center ($235,385.86) (unanimous)
• Approved Striping Contract for Public Works Department ($214,350.00) (unanimous)
• Approved Utility Betterment Agreement for SR316 Bundle 3 Design Build Project ($1,506,620.96) (unanimous)
• Approved Utility Department Customer Service Policy amendment to 4:00 PM closing time (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Barrow County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on nine items, including rezoning requests, special use permits, and variances. The largest proposal is a 45-acre mixed-use village with 89 townhomes, 17 single-family homes, and commercial space. Other items include a pallet manufacturing special use, several residential rezonings, and a commercial rezoning with multiple variances near Bethlehem Springs.

• BOC 2025-00008 SU: 45.105-acre mixed-use village with 106 homes and 4.36 acres commercial at 1753/1745 Highway 211 NW
• BOC 2025-00002 SU: Special use for continued pallet manufacturing at 1030 Bankhead Hwy with variance to Highway Corridor Overlay District
• BOC 2025-00004 RZ: FLUM amendment and rezoning of 2.06 acres at 441 Chandler Rd from AG to R-1 for two residential lots
• BOC 2025-00006 RZ: FLUM amendment and rezoning of 5.72 acres at 706 Patrick Mill Rd with variances for road frontage and shared driveway
• BOC 2025-00012 RZ SU: Rezone 17.319 acres to C-3 at 300 Bethlehem Springs Blvd with multiple variances for commercial uses exceeding 150,000 sq ft

The Barrow County Planning Commission unanimously approved a series of rezoning and special‑use applications, the largest being a 45.105‑acre mixed‑use village that changes agricultural land to high‑density residential with commercial space. Other approvals included several residential rezones, a special‑use permit for pallet manufacturing, and a commercial‑zone conversion for a 17.319‑acre parcel. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved September 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved BOC 2025‑00001 rezoning ~10.2 acres to R‑1 (unanimous)
• Approved BOC 2025‑00002 special‑use permit for pallet manufacturing on ~7.27 acres (unanimous)
• Approved BOC 2025‑00008 mixed‑use village rezoning 45.105 acres to R‑3 (unanimous)
• Approved BOC 2025‑00009 rezoning ~5.18 acres to R‑1 (unanimous)
• Approved BOC 2025‑00010 rezoning ~9.86 acres to R‑1 (unanimous)
• Approved BOC 2025‑00011 special‑use permit for increased building height and related variances (unanimous)
• Approved BOC 2025‑00012 rezoning 17.319 acres from R‑3 to C‑3 with multiple variances (unanimous)

Board of Appeals

The Barrow County Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on two variance requests: one to reduce the required front setback from 35 feet to 10 feet for a carport at 1265 Wentworth Cove Ct, and another to extend a temporary sign permit from 30 days to approximately three months at 642 Carl Bethlehem Rd. The board will also approve minutes from its September 11 meeting.

• Variance request (VAR 2025-00010) to reduce front setback from 35 ft to 10 ft for attached carport at 1265 Wentworth Cove Ct
• Variance request (VAR 2025-00011) to extend temporary sign permit duration from 30 days to about 3 months at 642 Carl Bethlehem Rd
• Approval of minutes from September 11, 2025 meeting

The Board unanimously approved the September 11, 2025 minutes. It also unanimously approved VAR 2025-00010, reducing the front setback from 35 ft to 10 ft for an attached carport at 1265 Wentworth Cove Court. Additionally, the Board unanimously approved VAR 2025-00011, extending a temporary sign permit from 30 days to about three months.

• Approved September 11, 2025 minutes – unanimous
• Approved VAR 2025-00010 (front setback reduction to 10 ft) – unanimous
• Approved VAR 2025-00011 (temporary sign permit extension to ~3 months) – unanimous
• Adjourned meeting – unanimous

Board of Commissioners

The Barrow County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on rezoning requests, including changes to conditions at Patrick Mill Rd and a rezoning for industrial use at Cliff Day Rd. Under old business, the board will consider amendments for water and wastewater infrastructure contracts totaling $511,000. New business includes transmitting the draft Capital Improvement Element and Impact Fee Study for state review, approving a $192,000 UDC rewrite contract, and several procurement items.

• Public hearings on four rezoning/special use requests, including RZ 2025-035 (Patrick Mill Rd) to remove master planned development condition
• Consideration of $301,000 first amendment for Tom Miller Pump Station Upgrades (tabled from August)
• Consideration of $210,000 first amendment for Tanner's Bridge Wastewater Treatment Facility Headworks Expansion (tabled from August)
• Transmit draft Capital Improvement Element and Impact Fee Study to NEGRC and DCA for review
• Approve $192,000 Unified Development Code rewrite scope from CPL Architecture

The Barrow County Board of Commissioners approved several rezoning, variance, and special‑use requests, each with staff recommendations and conditions. It also voted 5‑2 to deny the Future Land Use Amendment and the rezoning of the 4 Pickle Simon Rd parcel from residential to commercial. All motions were recorded with the indicated vote counts.

• Approved removal of Master Planned Development condition for 0 Patrick Mill Rd (5‑2)
• Approved rezoning and variance for 841 Ode Peppers Rd (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning and variance for 210 Cliff Day Rd (unanimous)
• Approved special‑use permit for outdoor storage at 0 Smith Cemetery Rd (unanimous)
• Approved special‑use permit for metal accessory structure at 260 Rockwell Church Rd NE (unanimous)
• Denied Future Land Use Amendment for 4 Pickle Simon Rd (5‑2)
• Denied rezoning of 4 Pickle Simon Rd from R1 to C1 (5‑2)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider approving a $21.9 million P25 system upgrade for the E911 Department from Motorola Solutions, along with several other contracts and property transfers. Items include a $1.09 million roadway paving agreement, a $419,000 fencing project at Victor Lord Park, and a public hearing on abandoning county right-of-way. The board also plans to adopt a proclamation for National Recovery Month and discuss personnel and legal matters in executive session.

• Consideration to approve $21,916,931 P25 System Upgrade for E911 from Motorola Solutions
• Consideration to approve $1,088,888.88 LRA Roadway Paving agreement with Sunbelt Asphalt
• Consideration to approve $419,381 Victor Lord Park fencing and netting services
• Consideration to approve $112,400 closed cell spray foam insulation for Fire Stations 1 and 4
• Public hearing to declare certain county right-of-way abandoned (Tax Parcels XX043 005 and XX043 005B)

The Barrow County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a series of contracts and agreements, including a $21,916,931 upgrade to the E911 system, a $1,088,888.88 road paving contract, and a $419,381 park fencing contract. All motions passed unanimously except the park fencing vote, where Commissioner Shook abstained. The Board also approved the airport FY27 application, a fire station insulation contract, a senior management retirement plan amendment, and a resolution to abandon certain right‑of‑way parcels.

• Approved Limited Warranty Deed transfer from Airport Authority (unanimous)
• Approved Barrow County Airport FY27 application and CIP (unanimous)
• Approved $21,916,931 E911 system upgrade (unanimous)
• Approved $112,400 fire station insulation contract (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Senior Management Retirement Plan (unanimous)
• Approved $419,381 Victor Lord Park fencing contract (passed; Shook abstained)
• Approved public hearing resolution to abandon designated right‑of‑way (unanimous)
• Approved $1,088,888.88 road paving contract with Scruggs Company (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review requests for zoning changes and special use permits. These decisions determine how specific parcels of land can be used and whether certain development variances are granted.

• RZ 2025-041: Rezone 1.79 acres at 841 Ode Peppers Rd from Agricultural to Low Density Single Family Residential
• RZ 2025-042: Rezone 2.17 acres at 210 Cliff Day Rd from Neighborhood Commercial to Light Industrial
• SU 2025-043: Special Use request for outdoor storage at 0 Smith Cemetery Rd
• SU 2025-044: Special Use request for a metal building at 260 Rockwell Church Rd NE

The Barrow County Planning Commission approved its meeting minutes and then unanimously passed four applications: rezoning 841 Ode Peppers Rd to low‑density residential, rezoning 210 Cliff Day Rd to light industrial, and two special‑use permits for 0 Smith Cemetery Rd and 260 Rockwell Church Rd NE. The commission also approved a staff recommendation to lower the minimum home size from 2,000 sq ft to 1,800 sq ft. All motions were adopted with unanimous votes.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 841 Ode Peppers Rd to R1 residential (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 210 Cliff Day Rd to M1 light industrial (unanimous)
• Approved special‑use permit for 0 Smith Cemetery Rd (unanimous)
• Approved special‑use permit for 260 Rockwell Church Rd NE (unanimous)
• Approved staff recommendation to reduce minimum home size to 1,800 sq ft (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (unanimous)

Board of Appeals

The Barrow County Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on two variance requests at its September 11 meeting. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the August 14 meeting. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• BOA 2025-013: Variance to allow an 8ft front-yard fence at 566 Rice Dr (Jennifer & Raymond Beal)
• BOA 2025-14: Variance to UDC 89-1604 for minimum square footage & lot size, and throat length of principal driveway at 44 Meridian Pkwy (Anthony Minei applicant, WDG Winder LLC owner)

The Board of Appeals approved the September 11 meeting minutes. It also unanimously approved a variance to allow an 8‑ft fence at 566 Rice Dr and a variance for minimum lot size and driveway throat length at 44 Meridian Pkwy. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved September 11 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved variance for 8‑ft fence at 566 Rice Dr (unanimous)
• Approved variance for minimum lot size and driveway throat at 44 Meridian Pkwy (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Barrow-Braselton Joint Economic Development Authority

The Barrow-Braselton Joint Economic Development Authority will meet to discuss routine administrative items including approval of prior meeting minutes, treasurer and director reports, and public comment. The main agenda items are an update on the Vision 2050 Project and consideration of the Spring Mountain Center - Noviland proposal.

• Vision 2050 Project Update (old business)
• Spring Mountain Center - Noviland (new business)
• Review and approval of April 17, 2025 special called minutes
• Economic Development Director report

The Barrow-Braselton Joint Economic Development Authority met on September 9, 2025. The board approved the meeting agenda and the April 17, 2025 special‑called minutes, each with a unanimous vote. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. No other actions were decided.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved April 17, 2025 special‑called minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on five rezoning requests, including a future land use amendment and a change in conditions. They will also consider approving a $1.7 million grant for taxiway lighting at the Barrow County Airport, a $277,500 contract for LED field lighting, and a vehicle purchase. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes and selection of a voting delegate for an ACCG conference.

• Public hearings on six items: RZ 2025-034 (Pickle Simon Rd.), RZ 2025-038 (Dee Kennedy Rd.), RZ 2025-039 (Manning Gin Rd.), RZ 2025-040 (Lynn Rd.), FLUM expansion along Hwy 211, and RZ 2025-035 (Patrick Mill Rd.)
• Consideration of $1,696,447.37 federal grant for Barrow County Airport taxiway lighting rehabilitation (local match $222,411.19)
• Approval of $277,500 agreement with Musco Sports Lighting for LED upgrades at parks fields #8-11 and pickleball courts
• Declaration of surplus 2005 Ford F-150 and purchase of 2025 Ford Ranger for $36,065
• Selection of voting delegate for 2025 ACCG Legislative Leadership Conference

The Barrow County Board unanimously approved its agenda and the August 26 minutes. It approved a change in conditions for parcel XX090A 001 (4‑2 vote) and several rezoning requests, including a 37.5‑acre commercial corridor and two residential subdivisions. The board also approved a $1,696,447.37 airport taxiway lighting grant and a $279,027.00 LED field‑light upgrade for parks.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August 26 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Change in Conditions for Parcel XX090A 001 (4‑2)
• Approved rezoning of 37.5 acres to R‑1 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 5.16 acres to R‑1 and variance (unanimous)
• Approved expansion of Future Land Use Map Destination 211 (unanimous)
• Approved $1,696,447.37 airport taxiway lighting grant (unanimous)
• Approved $279,027.00 LED park field‑light upgrade (unanimous)

Winder-Barrow Industrial Building Authority

The Winder-Barrow Industrial Building Authority will meet to approve minutes and discuss the Spring Mountain Center project. The meeting includes a presentation on the 2050 Vision Project and a public comment period.

• Approval of meeting minutes
• 2050 Vision Project update
• Spring Mountain Center - Noviland discussion
• Public comment period
• Executive session (if needed)

The Authority unanimously approved an amendment to the agenda to add the election of officers. In the same meeting, members unanimously elected David Smith as Chairperson, Deboral Lynn as Vice Chairperson, and Steffanie Sorrells as Secretary. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda amendment to add election of Officers (unanimous)
• Elected David Smith Chairperson, Deboral Lynn Vice Chairperson, Steffanie Sorrells Secretary (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Barrow County Board of Commissioners will vote on a series of contracts and agreements, including a $3,686,798 grant and loan from the State Road and Tollway Authority for the State Route 53 Mulberry Roundabout project. Other items include a $31,525 land‑cost table update, a $1,506,620 water‑main relocation, and a $56,500 emergency roof replacement for Animal Control. The meeting also addresses the appointment to the Planning Commission and the dissolution of the Senior Citizen's Council on Aging.

• Approve $3,686,798 grant and loan documents for State Route 53 Mulberry Roundabout project
• Approve $31,525 contract to update land and improvement cost tables from GMASS
• Approve $1,506,620.96 water‑main relocation and new main installation by C.W. Matthews Contracting
• Approve $56,500 emergency roof replacement agreement for Animal Control Department
• Approve purchase of one 2025 Ford F600 dump truck for Public Works for $91,312.90

The Barrow County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a series of contracts, agreements, and appointments. Highlights include a $3,686,798 grant and loan for the State Route 53 Mulberry Roundabout, a $1,506,620.96 water‑main relocation project, and the appointment of Jimmy Abdou to the Planning Commission. All items were passed with unanimous votes.

• Approved appointment of Jimmy Abdou to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Indigent Defense Services Agreement for CY 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved lease for 66 McElroy Street for Veteran's Resource Center (unanimous)
• Approved $31,525 GMASS land and improvement cost tables contract (unanimous)
• Approved $3,686,798 State Route 53 Mulberry Roundabout grant/loan and budget amendment (unanimous)
• Approved $39,975 emergency pest services contract for Sheriff's Office (unanimous)
• Approved $1,506,620.96 water main relocation and betterment project (unanimous)
• Approved $56,500 emergency roof replacement for Animal Control Department (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several requests to change land zoning for residential and commercial use. The body will also consider expanding the Destination 211 Character Area on the Future Land Use Map.

• RZ 2025-017: Request to rezone ±45.42 acres at 1753 & 1745 Highway 211 NW for townhomes (applicant requested withdrawal)
• RZ 2025-034: Request to rezone ±1.5 acres at 4 Pickle Simon Rd. and 15 Twin Lakes Rd. to C1 Neighborhood Commercial
• RZ 2025-038: Request to rezone ±37.52 acres at 0 Dee Kennedy Rd. to R-1 Single-Family Low-Density Residential
• RZ 2025-039: Request to rezone ±1.00 acres at 584 & 590 Manning Gin Rd. to R-1 Low Density Single-Family Residential
• RZ 2025-040: Request to rezone ±5.16 acres at 210 Lynn Rd. to R1 Low Density Single-Family Residential

The Barrow County Planning Commission approved its meeting minutes and unanimously approved several rezoning requests, a land‑use map expansion, and a withdrawal of one application. All actions were adopted without dissent. The commission also approved adjournment of the meeting.

• Approved minutes of August 21, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved withdrawal of RZ 2025-017 rezoning request (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 4 Pickle Simon Rd. (15 Twin Lakes Rd.) from R1 to C1 (Neighborhood Commercial) (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 0 Dee Kennedy Rd. from R-2 (Medium Density Residential) to R-1 (Low‑Density Single‑Family Residential) (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 210 Lynn Rd. from Agricultural to R1 (Low‑Density Single‑Family Residential) with lot‑width variance (unanimous)
• Approved expansion of Future Land Use Map Destination 211 Character Area (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (unanimous)

Board of Appeals

The Barrow County Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on six variance requests. One request (BOA 2025-007) has been withdrawn. The remaining requests seek relief from setback requirements and the Highway Corridor Overlay district at various locations. The board will also approve minutes from July 10.

• BOA 2025-007 (815 Progress Dr.) withdrawn variance from Highway Corridor Overlay
• BOA 2025-008 (449 Rockwell Church Rd.) variance to reduce agricultural setback
• BOA 2025-009 (844 & 846 Gainesville Hwy.) variance for minimum lot width and accessory structure
• BOA 2025-011 (25 Ed Hogan Rd.) variance exemption from Highway Corridor Overlay
• BOA 2025-012 (0 Mulberry Rd.) variance for minimum lot width and side setbacks

The Barrow County Board of Appeals approved the July 10, 2025 meeting minutes. It then unanimously approved six variance applications, covering setbacks, lot width, and an overlay exemption. The board adjourned the meeting unanimously.

• Approved July 10, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved variance BOA 2025-007 (withdrawal without prejudice) (unanimous)
• Approved variance BOA 2025-008 to reduce the required 200’ agricultural setback (unanimous)
• Approved variance BOA 2025-009 for minimum lot width and existing accessory structure (unanimous)
• Approved variance BOA 2025-010 for minimum front setback of the principal building (unanimous)
• Approved variance BOA 2025-011 to exempt from the Highway Corridor Overlay (unanimous)
• Approved variance BOA 2025-012 for minimum lot width and side setbacks (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Barrow County Board of Commissioners will consider several items, including a presentation of a draft Motorola Solutions public safety radio system upgrade for the E911 department. Public hearings will be held on a rezoning request for 12.18 acres at 718 Patrick Mill Road. The Board will also act on new business such as adopting the 2025 Board of Education millage rates, a memorandum of understanding with the Town of Braselton, and equipment trade‑in purchases for the Roads & Bridges Division.

• Presentation of draft Motorola Solutions Public Safety Radio System Upgrade proposal for the E911 Department
• Public hearing on rezoning 12.18 acres from Agricultural to R2 at 718 Patrick Mill Rd.
• Approval of trade‑in and purchase of John Deere 333 P‑Tier Compact Track Loader for $77,500
• Approval of trade‑in and purchase of John Deere 6M 105 mower for $222,977.15
• Request for traffic signal permit at SR 81 (Loganville Highway) at Bethlehem Springs Boulevard

The Board approved the agenda and minutes, rezoned 12.18 acres on Patrick Mill Road to R‑2 medium‑density residential with specific conditions, and adopted the 2025 Board of Education millage rates. It also approved a resolution to amend the senior‑management defined‑contribution plan, a memorandum of understanding with the Town of Braselton, and several equipment trade‑ins and a traffic‑signal request. Additionally, the Sanitary Sewer Master Plan was tabled indefinitely and a request to change conditions on another parcel was tabled until September 9, 2025.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 12.18 acres to R‑2 residential (unanimous)
• Tabled request to change conditions on 0 Patrick Mill Rd until Sep 9 2025 (unanimous)
• Tabled Sanitary Sewer Master Plan indefinitely (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 Board of Education millage rates (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to ACCG 401 defined‑contribution plan (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Town of Braselton (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Barrow County Board of Commissioners will convene a special called meeting to discuss potential litigation, real estate transactions, and personnel matters in executive session. No official action is scheduled to be taken during this session.

• Executive session on litigation and real estate
• Executive session on personnel and employee discipline
• Executive session on confidential records

The Board unanimously approved a motion to enter an executive session at 5:00 PM. It later unanimously approved a motion to adjourn the executive session at 5:41 PM. Finally, the Board unanimously approved a motion to adjourn the meeting at 5:41 PM.

• Entered executive session (unanimous)
• Adjourned executive session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda with 10 appointments to the Impact Fee Committee and several new business items. Key votes include a $4,438,380 amendment to the EMS services agreement with Northeast Georgia Physicians Group, a $133,615 burn building renovation for the Fire Department, and a $99,060 water main extension engineering contract. They will also approve vehicle transfers and purchases for Emergency Management and Fire Department.

• Approve 10 appointments to the Barrow County Impact Fee Committee
• Approve $4,438,380 6th Amendment to EMS Services Agreement with Northeast Georgia Physicians Group
• Approve $133,615 construction proposal for Fire Department Burn Building renovation from Lichty Commercial Construction
• Approve transfer of a 2020 Ford Escape to Tax Commissioner and purchase of a 2025 Expedition for Emergency Management ($61,620)
• Approve surplus declaration for a 2016 Ford Expedition and purchase of a 2025 F-150 for Fire Department ($50,737)

The Board unanimously approved a $4,438,380.00 amendment to the EMS Services Agreement with Northeast Georgia Physicians Group, Inc., and authorized the Chairman to sign it. It also approved vehicle transfers and purchases for Emergency Management and the Fire Department, including a new 2025 Expedition 4x4 for $61,620.00 and a 2025 Ford F‑150 crew cab 4x4 for $50,737.00. Additional contracts for fire‑station renovation, water‑system engineering, and appointments to the Impact Fee Committee were also approved.

• Approved 6th Amendment to EMS Services Agreement ($4,438,380.00) – unanimous
• Approved transfer of one 2020 Ford Escape and purchase of one 2025 Expedition 4x4 ($61,620.00) with $2,020.00 budget amendment – unanimous
• Approved surplus declaration of 2016 Ford Expedition and purchase of one 2025 Ford F‑150 crew cab 4x4 ($50,737.00) – unanimous
• Approved Burn Building renovation contract for Fire Department (Lichty Commercial Construction, Inc.) ($133,615.15) – unanimous
• Approved five‑year Professional Services Agreement for Water System Engineering (Precision Planning, Inc.) ($99,060.00) – unanimous
• Approved appointments of ten members to Barrow County Impact Fee Committee – unanimous
• Approved consent agenda items – unanimous

Planning Commission

The Barrow County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three rezoning and land use amendment requests. The most notable is RZ 2025-034, which seeks a Future Land Use Amendment from Suburban Residential to Commercial Corridor and a rezoning of ±1.5 acres from R1 to C1 at 4 Pickle Simon Rd and 15 Twin Lakes Rd. Also on the agenda are RZ 2025-035 (change in conditions to remove Master Planned Development component on Patrick Mill Rd) and RZ 2025-036 (rezoning ±12.18 acres from AG to R2 on Patrick Mill Rd).

• RZ 2025-034: FLUM amendment from Suburban Residential to Commercial Corridor and rezoning 1.5 acres to C1 at 4 Pickle Simon Rd / 15 Twin Lakes Rd
• RZ 2025-035: Change in conditions to remove Master Planned Development component from R3MPD to R3 at 0 Patrick Mill Rd SW
• RZ 2025-036: Rezone 12.18 acres from AG to R2 at 718 Patrick Mill Rd

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting unanimously. It tabled a request to change conditions for parcel XX090A 001. It approved a change in conditions removing a Master Planned Development component and approved the rezoning of 12.18 acres from Agricultural to R2 residential, both unanimously. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved June 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled RZ 2025-034 change in conditions for parcel XX090A 001 (unanimous)
• Approved RZ 2025-035 change in conditions removing MPD component (unanimous)
• Approved RZ 2025-036 rezoning of 12.18 acres from Agricultural to R2 residential (unanimous)
• Approved staff‑recommended conditions for RZ 2025-036 (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment (unanimous)

Board of Appeals

The Barrow County Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on two variance requests. One request from AutoZone seeks to construct a flat roof within the Highway Corridor Overlay District on Carl-Bethlehem Rd. Another request from Greg Gunter seeks exemption from the Highway Corridor Overlay District at 815 Progress Dr. The board will also approve minutes from June 12, 2025.

• Variance request (BOA 2025-006) by AutoZone, Inc. to allow flat roof at Carl-Bethlehem Rd. under UDC Section 89-1604(k)(3).
• Variance request (BOA 2025-007) by Greg Gunter for exemption from Highway Corridor Overlay District at 815 Progress Dr. under UDC Section 89-1602(b).
• Approval of meeting minutes from June 12, 2025.

The Board unanimously approved the June 12, 2025 minutes. It also unanimously approved a variance (BOA 2025‑006) allowing Autozone, Inc. to construct a flat‑roof building within the Highway Corridor Overlay District. A separate variance request (BOA 2025‑007) for 815 Progress Drive was tabled to August 14, 2025, also by unanimous vote. All motions, including adjournment, were adopted unanimously.

• Approved June 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Autozone variance BOA 2025‑006 for flat‑roof building in Highway Corridor Overlay (unanimous)
• Tabled 815 Progress Dr variance BOA 2025‑007 to Aug 14, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Barrow County Board of Commissioners will consider several land‑use applications, including rezoning and special‑use requests, during the public hearing portion of the meeting. New business items include approval of a $2,006,341 purchase of 25 new Sheriff's Office vehicles, a $2,000,000 ARC grant for the Tanner's Bridge wastewater treatment project, and a food‑services contract for the senior center. The board will also act on a quitclaim deed for a parcel on Dee Kennedy Road and a future land‑use map amendment. All items are presented for vote or discussion as listed on the agenda.

• Approve purchase of 25 new Sheriff's Office vehicles from Akins Ford (Winder, GA) for $2,006,341.00
• Approve ARC pre‑application grant of $2,000,000 for Tanner's Bridge Wastewater Treatment Facility (project cost $9,647,000.00)
• Approve FY 2026 Food Services Contract for the Barrow County Senior Center with G.A. Food Services (estimated $165,00.00)
• Public hearing: Rezoning RZ 2025-029 (2069 Dooley Town Rd.) from Agricultural Residential to R‑1 (Low‑Density Single‑Family Residential) – 3.41 acres
• Public hearing: Special Use request SU 2025-031 for a cell tower at 0 Atlanta Hwy. SE. in Agricultural zoning

The commissioners approved several land-use actions. They unanimously withdrew the rezoning request for 1466/1454 Hwy 124. They unanimously approved the rezoning and variance for 2069 Dooley Town Rd. and the special-use cell-tower request at 0 Atlanta Hwy SE. The board also approved a Future Land Use Map amendment for the Atlanta Highway development by a 4‑3 vote, adding conditions, and later approved the same amendment with planning‑commission recommendations by a 5‑2 vote.

• Approved withdrawal of rezoning application for 1466/1454 Hwy 124 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 2069 Dooley Town Rd. from AR to R1 and setback variance (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 856 Atlanta Hwy NW. from AC to C‑2 with amendment (6-1)
• Approved special-use cell-tower request at 0 Atlanta Hwy SE. (unanimous)
• Approved Future Land Use Map amendment for Atlanta Highway development (4-3)
• Approved Future Land Use Map amendment with planning‑commission recommendations (5-2)
• Motion to amend recommended conditions for 856 Atlanta Hwy. failed due to lack of second (1-6)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider adopting the FY 2026 budget and millage rate, along with approving multiple construction and service agreements totaling over $1.1 million. A public hearing for a zoning change has been tabled.

• Adopt FY 2026 budget and millage rate
• Approve Jail Kitchen Floor and Wall Construction Services ($89,000)
• Approve Walk-In Cooler/Freezer Replacement ($30,230.28)
• Approve Professional Services Agreement with TechOptics ($278,824.76)
• Approve HA5 Mineral Bond Pavement Preservation ($128,188.73)

The Board approved the FY 2026 budget and budget resolution by a 4‑to‑3 vote. It also adopted the 2025 tax digest millage rate unanimously. Several contracts were approved, including a $278,824.76 amendment to the IT services agreement, an $89,000 jail kitchen construction agreement, and a $387,879 state grant for specialty courts, all unanimously. A proposed amendment to adjust the SRO budget revenue split was rejected 3‑to‑4.

• Adopt FY 2026 budget and budget resolution (passed 4‑3)
• Reject amendment to adjust SRO budget revenue split (failed 3‑4)
• Adopt 2025 tax digest millage rate (unanimous)
• Approve twelfth amendment to IT Services agreement with TechOptics, Inc., $278,824.76 (unanimous)
• Approve Jail Kitchen Floor and Wall Construction Services Agreement, $89,000 (unanimous)
• Approve FY 2026 CJCC State Grants for specialty courts, $387,879 (unanimous)
• Approve ratification of airport taxiway & apron construction contract (unanimous)
• Approve fourth amendment to On‑Call Tree Trimming & Removal Services Agreement, $25,000 (unanimous)

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will meet to review a variance request regarding minimum width requirements. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the April 10, 2025 meeting.

• Public hearing for BOA 2025-005: variance request for UDC Section 89-403 (minimum width) at 900 Hwy 211 NE

The Board of Appeals approved the April 10, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It also approved a variance request to UDC Section 89‑403 for minimum width unanimously. A motion to deny was rejected 2‑5, and a motion to allow opposition speakers two extra minutes passed 5‑2. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved April 10, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved variance request to UDC Section 89‑403 for minimum width (unanimous)
• Motion to deny (unspecified) failed 2‑5
• Motion to authorize opposition to speak two minutes longer passed 5‑2
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Barrow County Board of Commissioners met for a special session on June 10, 2025. The meeting included an executive session for matters exempt from public disclosure, with no actions taken. The session concluded with adjournment.

The Barrow County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a motion to enter executive session at 5:05 PM. It then unanimously approved a motion to adjourn the executive session and return to regular session at 6:03 PM. Finally, the board unanimously approved a motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:03 PM. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Entered executive session (unanimous)
• Adjourned executive session and returned to regular session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on seven rezoning requests and a new Destination 211 Overlay District. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure contracts and the purchase of a new vehicle for Planning & Community Development.

• Roof replacement agreement for Barrow County Justice Facility with Watertight Roofing Services, LLC for $1,067,000.00
• Design services for SR 211 intersections at Bowman Mill Road/Double Bridges Road and Pleasant Hill Church Road for $739,776.00
• Drainage structure replacement at 1527 Hardigree Road estimated at $92,020.00
• Purchase of a 2025 Ford Ranger 4x4 Crew Cab truck for $36,969.00
• Public hearings for rezoning requests at 312 Cosby Rd, 0 Ross Dr, 558 Union Church Rd, 1314 Harmony Grove Church Rd, 0 Dunahoo Rd, and 913 Pete Harris Rd

The Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the May 27 minutes. It voted 5‑1 to table the FLUM amendment for the 1466/1454 Hwy 124 commercial corridor until the July 8 session. The Board also unanimously approved several land‑use changes, including a FLUM amendment and rezoning for 312 Cosby Rd., and rezoning actions for properties on Ross Dr., Union Church Rd., and Pete Harris Rd. Additionally, the consent agenda reappointed John Rivers to the EMS Advisory Council and appointed Shawn McDougal to the Board of Assessors.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 27, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled RZ SU 2025-019 until July 8, 2025 (5-1)
• Approved FLUM amendment for 312 Cosby Rd. (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 312 Cosby Rd. to C‑2 with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 0 Ross Dr. to R1 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 558 Union Church Rd. to R1 with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved FLUM amendment for 913 Pete Harris Rd. to Rural Residential (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Barrow County Board of Commissioners will hold a special called meeting for a public hearing on the proposed FY 2026 Budget. The meeting includes a budget presentation followed by public comment.

• Public hearing for proposed FY 2026 Budget
• County budget presentation

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the meeting agenda. The meeting was then unanimously adjourned at 7:08 PM. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (unanimous vote: Graham, Goodman, Shook, Ward, Walker, Lynn)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous vote: Graham, Goodman, Shook, Ward, Walker, Lynn)

Board of Commissioners

The Barrow County Board of Commissioners will vote on several contracts and budget amendments, including a $4,432,123.45 roadway paving agreement with The Scruggs Company. Other items include a payment processing agreement for Parks & Recreation, a $50,000 grant for the Solicitor's Office, a $1,450,000 ARPA award, and a rate increase for the Cedar Creek Wastewater Treatment Facility.

• Approve $4,432,123.45 T‑SPLOST road paving contract with The Scruggs Company (Sunbelt Asphalt Surfaces, Inc.)
• Approve payment processing agreement for Parks & Recreation Department with CSG Forte Payments, Inc.
• Approve $50,000 grant award to the Solicitor's Office under the FY 2023 S.T.O.P. Violence Against Women Act program
• Approve $1,450,000 ARPA award to the Judicial Council of Georgia Ad Hoc Committee and related budget amendment
• Approve rate increase for Cedar Creek Wastewater Treatment Facility effective June 1, 2025

The Barrow County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the meeting agenda and minutes, and then approved a series of contracts, grants, and appointments. Key actions included a $4,432,123.45 road paving contract, a $1,450,000 ARPA award, and a $50,000 grant for the Solicitor's Office. All items were passed with unanimous votes.

• Approved $4,432,123.45 road paving contract (unanimous)
• Approved $1,450,000 ARPA award and budget amendment (unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 grant to Solicitor's Office with 25% local match (unanimous)
• Approved $93,138.77 purchase of Sewer Jet‑Vac for Public Works (unanimous)
• Approved $83,350 emergency bridge repair on Hancock Bridge Road (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Dale Simpson to DFCS Board (unanimous)
• Approved lease of 63 Lee Street for Environmental Health Department (unanimous)
• Approved rate increase for Cedar Creek Wastewater Treatment Facility (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Barrow County Planning Commission holds public hearings on seven rezoning requests and a proposed new Destination 211 Overlay District. Items include rezonings for residential developments, a commercial rezoning with a special use permit for impervious surface in a watershed area, and a variance request for a lot without road frontage. The Commission also considers amendments to the Unified Development Code and zoning map for the overlay district. The Board of Commissioners will take final action on June 10.

• RZ 2025-015: FLUM amendment and rezoning of 5.00 acres at 312 Cosby Rd. from AG to C-2 with Special Use for impervious surface in Small Water Supply Watershed area
• RZ 2025-024: Rezoning of 10.00 acres at 0 Ross Dr. from AR to R1 for 5 single-family lots
• RZ 2025-025: Rezoning of 20.36 acres at 558 Union Church Rd. from AG to R1 for a single-family development
• RZ 2025-026: Rezoning of 6.38 acres at 1314 Harmony Grove Church Rd. from AR to R1 for 3 lots, with variance for no road frontage
• Item g: Proposed new Article XV – Destination 211 Overlay District, amending the UDC and Official Zoning Map

The commission unanimously approved an amendment to Chapter 89, Article XV of the Unified Development Code and the Official Barrow County Zoning Map to create the Destination 211 Overlay District. In the same meeting, several rezoning applications for agricultural land to residential or commercial uses were also approved unanimously. All motions passed with unanimous votes, except one rezoning where a commissioner abstained.

• Approved rezoning of 312 Cosby Rd. (5.00 acres) from AG to C-2 – unanimous (Slappey mover, Morrow seconder)
• Approved rezoning of 0 Ross Dr. (10.00 acres) from AR to R1 for five lots – unanimous, Dyer abstained (Slappey mover, Lanham seconder)
• Approved rezoning of 558 Union Church Rd. (20.36 acres) from AG to R1 – unanimous (McDougall mover, Morrow seconder)
• Approved rezoning of 1314 Harmony Grove Rd. (6.38 acres) from AR to R-1 with variance – unanimous (McDougall mover, Dyer seconder)
• Approved rezoning of 0 Dunahoo Rd. (13.27 acres) from AG to R1 – unanimous (Dyer mover, Slappey seconder)
• Approved rezoning of 913 Pete Harris Rd. (6.85 acres) from AR to AG (future land‑use map amendment) – unanimous (Slappey mover, Morrow seconder)
• Approved amendment to Chapter 89, Article XV and zoning map to create Destination 211 Overlay District – unanimous (McDougall mover, Lanham seconder)

Board of Commissioners

This is a special called meeting with only an executive session and adjournment. No action will be taken during the closed session, which covers pending litigation, real estate acquisition or lease, and personnel matters. The agenda contains no public votes or discussions.

• Executive session permitted for pending or potential litigation
• Executive session permitted for future acquisition, disposition, or lease of real estate
• Executive session permitted for discussion of appointment, employment, or performance of a public officer or employee

The Barrow County Board of Commissioners entered an executive session at 5:03 PM, adjourned that session and returned to regular business at 6:01 PM, and then adjourned the meeting at 6:02 PM. All three motions were passed unanimously by the commissioners present.

• Enter executive session (unanimous)
• Adjourn executive session and return to regular session (unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Barrow County Board of Commissioners will vote on purchasing road paving services, kitchen equipment, and servers, as well as consider several rezoning requests and a water utility service area adjustment.

• Purchase walk-in cooler and freezer combo for $102,366.77
• Approve road paving agreement with Sunbelt Asphalt Surfaces for $4,432,123.45
• Consider rezoning 14.64 acres to R-2 for townhomes on Jefferson Hwy.
• Consider rezoning 22.38 acres to C-3 for commercial use on Hwy. 124
• Consider adjusting Water Utility Service Area

The Barrow County Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the prior meeting minutes. It then approved six rezoning requests, including a 14.64‑acre site on Jefferson Highway to be changed from Agricultural/C‑2 to R‑2 with a special‑use allowance and a variance. One commercial corridor amendment was unanimously tabled until the June 10, 2025 session.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved prior meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 14.64 acres at 0 Jefferson Hwy. to R‑2, special use and variance (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 6.04 acres at Tanners Bridge Circle to R‑1 with variance (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 5.00 acres on Mulberry Rd. to R‑1 (unanimous)
• Tabled FLUM amendment for 22.38 acres on Hwy 124 until June 10 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 2.69 acres at 980 Bell Rd. to AR (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 17.14 acres at 0 Tom Miller Rd. to R‑2 with added condition (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will vote on several items including funding for a new Real Time Crime Center at the Sheriff's Office and renovations to the training room. Other actions include a sanitary sewer master plan, HVAC replacement at the Historic Courthouse, and additional funds for TSPLOST program management. A road name change from Ross Drive to Myles Way is also proposed.

• Approve 2025 Sanitary Sewer Master Plan proposal from Engineering Management, Inc.
• Approve renovations at Sheriff's Office Training Room
• Approve funding for creation of Sheriff's Office Real Time Crime Center
• Approve $224,000 additional funds for BM&K Engineering TSPLOST Program Management
• Approve HVAC unit proposal for Historic Courthouse from Trane U.S. Inc.

The Barrow County Board of Commissioners approved a series of items, including renovations to the Sheriff's Office training room and funding for a Real Time Crime Center. They also approved emergency grant awards, professional services agreements, a road name change, and additional contract funds. Every motion was adopted unanimously.

• Approved $38,924.85 renovation of Sheriff's Office Training Room (unanimous)
• Approved $132,662.24 funding for Sheriff's Office Real Time Crime Center (unanimous)
• Approved Emergency Grant Fund awards for Piedmont Wellness Court and Barrow County Family Treatment Court (unanimous)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with Applied Research Services for Piedmont Circuit Specialty Court evaluation (unanimous)
• Approved Turnkey HVAC unit proposal for Historic Courthouse (unanimous)
• Approved road name change from Ross Drive to Myles Way (unanimous)
• Approved $224,000 additional funds for BM&K Engineering TSPLOST Program Management purchase order (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Local Road Assistance Administration funding application (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

This is a special called meeting with only an executive session to discuss matters exempt from open meetings law, including potential litigation, real estate, personnel, or exempt records. No votes or action items are scheduled.

The Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to enter an executive session at 5:00 PM, to adjourn that session at 5:59 PM, and to adjourn the meeting at 5:59 PM. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Enter executive session (unanimous)
• Adjourn executive session (unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting (unanimous)

Barrow-Braselton Joint Economic Development Authority

The Barrow-Braselton Joint Economic Development Authority will meet to review new business items. The agenda includes discussions on the FY 2026 Budget, the Vision 2050 Project, and airport legislation.

• Vision 2050 Project
• FY 2026 Budget
• Airport Legislation

The Authority approved its agenda and the March 11, 2025 minutes unanimously. Members also approved the Vision 2050 project and the FY 2026 budget with unanimous votes. No action was taken on the airport legislation. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 4:44 PM.

• Approved agenda (unanimous, 4‑0)
• Approved March 11, 2025 minutes (unanimous, 4‑0)
• Approved Vision 2050 project (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2026 budget (unanimous, 5‑0; absent: Scott, Ward)
• No action taken on airport legislation
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous, 5‑0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to consider several rezoning requests for residential and commercial developments. These include proposals for single-family lots, townhomes, and intensive commercial use.

• RZ 2025-016: 6.04 acres on Tanners Bridge Circle to R-1 for five residential lots
• RZ 2025-017: 45.42 acres at 1753 & 1745 Highway 211 NW to R-3 for townhomes
• RZ 2025-018: 5.00 acres on Mulberry Rd. to R-1 for three residential lots
• RZ SU 2025-019: 22.38 acres at 1466, 1454 Hwy. 124 to C-3 and special use for outdoor storage
• RZ 2025-023: 14.64 acres at 0 Jefferson Hwy. to R-2 for townhomes

The commission approved rezoning of Tanners Bridge Circle to low‑density residential, rezoning of Mulberry Road and Bell Road properties, and denied a commercial corridor amendment changing 22.38 acres from C‑2 to C‑3. It also approved a medium‑density residential subdivision at Tom Miller Road and denied a medium‑density residential rezoning on Jefferson Highway. The 45.42‑acre Highway 211 townhome proposal was tabled for 60 days.

• Approved RZ 2025‑016 rezoning of Tanners Bridge Circle to R‑1 (unanimous)
• Approved RZ 2025‑018 rezoning of Mulberry Rd. to R‑1 (unanimous)
• Approved RZ 2025‑020 rezoning of 980 Bell Rd. to AR (unanimous)
• Denied commercial corridor amendment RZ SU 2025‑019 (ayes: Colvin, Lanham, Mcdougall; abstain: Dyer, Slappey)
• Approved RZ 2025‑021 rezoning of Tom Miller Rd. to R‑2 (ayes: Dyer, Colvin, Lanham, Mcdougall; abstain: Slappey)
• Denied RZ 2025‑023 rezoning of Jefferson Hwy. to R‑2 (unanimous)
• Tabled RZ 2025‑017 rezoning of Highway 211 NW. to R‑3 for 60 days (unanimous)
• Approved March 20 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Winder-Barrow Industrial Building Authority

The Winder-Barrow Industrial Business Authority will meet to discuss new business items including the 2050 Vision Project, a potential Johns Mansville expansion, and airport-related legislation. They will also consider approval of previous meeting minutes and hear public comment.

• 2050 Vision Project
• Johns Mansville Expansion
• Airport Legislation
• Approval of January 15, 2025 meeting minutes

The board unanimously approved the agenda with an added Old Business item. The minutes from the January 14, 2025 meeting were approved. Officers for the current term were elected: Chair David Smith, Vice Chair Deborah Lynn, and Secretary Steffanie Sorrells.

• Approved agenda with addition (unanimous)
• Approved January 14, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Elected David Smith as Chair (motion passed)
• Elected Deborah Lynn as Vice Chair (motion passed)
• Elected Steffanie Sorrells as Secretary (motion passed)

Board of Appeals

The Barrow County Board of Appeals will approve the March 13, 2025 meeting minutes, review its public hearing procedures, and consider a variance request under UDC Section 89-403 for minimum width at 900 Hwy 211 NE submitted by Silviu Gavri liuc. The variance is identified as BOA 2025-005 (XX104 091E). The board will discuss and decide on the request during the public hearing portion of the meeting.

• Approval of March 13, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of public hearing procedures
• Consideration of variance request BOA 2025-005 (XX104 091E) for minimum width at 900 Hwy 211 NE, applicant Silviu Gavri liuc

The Board approved the March 13, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. The Board unanimously tabled the variance request (BOA 2025‑005) for minimum width, moving it to the May 8, 2025 meeting. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved March 13, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled variance request BOA 2025‑005 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Appeals

The Barrow County Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request (BOA 2025-004) by Taylor Hadaway and BRM Industrial LLC to allow metal as an exterior material at 299 Cliff Day Rd., contrary to UDC 89-137. The board will also approve minutes from February 13, 2025, and handle procedural items.

• Public hearing for variance BOA 2025-004: Taylor Hadaway/BRM Industrial LLC request to allow metal exterior material at 299 Cliff Day Rd.

The Board unanimously approved the February 13, 2025 meeting minutes. It also unanimously approved variance BOA 2025-004, allowing metal to be used as an exterior material on the proposed structure at 299 Cliff Day Rd. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved February 13, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved variance BOA 2025-004 for 299 Cliff Day Rd to allow metal exterior (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Barrow County Board of Commissioners will hold a voting session with public hearings on two rezoning requests: one for two lots on Old Hog Mountain Rd., and one for a dwelling size condition change on Loganville Hwy. The board will also consider multiple grants and contracts, including a $35,228 grant for the Sheriff's Office and a $23,166.58 grant for the Fire Department, as well as a water main extension agreement and a resolution to abandon Edgar Road right-of-way. A proclamation for Child Abuse Prevention Month will be approved, and an executive session is scheduled.

• Public hearing for RZ 2025-013: rezone 1.99 acres on Old Hog Mountain Rd. from AR to R1 for two single-family lots
• Public hearing for RZ 2025-014: change in conditions to minimum dwelling size on 1127 & 1129 Loganville Hwy.
• Approval of Emergency Federal Law Enforcement Assistance Grant for Sheriff's Office ($35,228.00)
• Approval of Construction Services Agreement for Hoyt/King Carl Bethlehem Road Water Main Extension (Mid-South Builders, Inc.)
• Resolution to abandon County right-of-way on Edgar Road

The Barrow County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a $35,228 Emergency Federal Law Enforcement Assistance grant for the Sheriff's Office. It also approved the rezoning of Old Hog Mountain Road to low‑density residential and a change‑in‑conditions for a Loganville Highway development. Additional contracts and infrastructure projects, including water main and sewer upgrades, were approved unanimously.

• Approved $35,228 EFLEA grant for Sheriff's Office (unanimous)
• Approved $23,166.58 EFLEA and Georgia Trauma Grant for Fire Department (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of Old Hog Mountain Rd. to R1 low‑density residential (unanimous)
• Approved change in conditions for Loganville Hwy. development (4‑1)
• Approved Payment Processing Agreement for Parks & Recreation Department (unanimous)
• Approved Construction Services Agreement for Carl Bethlehem Road water main extension (unanimous)
• Approved Town of Braselton Industrial Park pump station and gravity sewer upgrades (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to abandon County Right‑of‑Way on Edgar Road (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Barrow County Board of Commissioners met for a special called session. The meeting consisted of a call to order, an executive session covering exempt matters, and adjournment. No actions or decisions were taken during the session.

The Barrow County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to enter an executive session at 5:00 p.m. The session was adjourned at 6:00 p.m. by another unanimous vote. The meeting itself was then adjourned at 6:00 p.m. with unanimous approval. No other actions were taken.

• Entered executive session (unanimous)
• Adjourned executive session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Barrow County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a text amendment to the Unified Development Code for M-1 Light Industrial and M-2 Heavy Industrial zonings to align with the current Comprehensive Plan. They will also consider approving several contracts and grants, including an animal control grant of $30,000–$50,000, a fire department manikin purchase for $29,175, and master plans for water distribution and sanitary sewer systems. Additionally, a resolution to adjust the Wastewater Utility Service Area is up for approval.

• Public hearing on text amendment for M-1 Light Industrial and M-2 Heavy Industrial zonings in the Unified Development Code
• Consideration to ratify animal control grant application from Atlanta Humane Society and Rachel Ray Foundation, $30,000–$50,000 with local match
• Consideration to approve RFB2025-27 Emergency Medical Skills Manikin for Fire Department from Henry-Schein Inc., $29,175.00
• Consideration to approve 2025 Water Distribution System Master Plan Proposal from Precision Planning, Inc.
• Consideration to approve resolution adjusting Wastewater Utility Service Area

The commissioners unanimously approved several items, including a $30,000‑$50,000 animal‑control grant, a $29,175 fire‑department training manikin, and an amendment to the senior management retirement plan. They also approved the purchase of 34.09 acres for $800,000 using 2022 SPLOST funds and authorized related agreements. Several other proposals were approved to be tabled for future meetings.

• Approved $30,000‑$50,000 Barrow County Animal Control grant (unanimous)
• Approved $29,175 Emergency Medical Skills Manikin for Fire Department (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Senior Management Retirement Plan (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 34.09 acres (parcels XX074 144 and XX078 144A) for $800,000 using 2022 SPLOST Funds (unanimous)
• Approved Wastewater Utility Service Area resolution (unanimous)
• Approved Water Distribution System Master Plan pending payment‑terms change (unanimous)
• Tabled Payment Processing Agreement for Parks & Recreation until April 8, 2025 (unanimous)
• Tabled Sanitary Sewer Master Plan until April 22, 2025 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Barrow County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items. First, a request to rezone 1.99 acres on Old Hog Mountain Road from Agricultural Residential (AR) to Low Density Single Family Residential (R1) for two single-family lots. Second, a request to change conditions regarding minimum dwelling size for a previously approved rezoning on Loganville Highway. The commission will also approve minutes from February 20, 2025.

• RZ 2025-013: Rezone 1.99 acres on Old Hog Mountain Rd from AR to R1 for two single-family lots
• RZ 2025-014: Change conditions to condition #13 of RZ 2024-034 for minimum dwelling size at 1127 & 1129 Loganville Hwy
• Approval of minutes from February 20, 2025

The Planning Commission unanimously approved the February 20, 2025 minutes. It also unanimously approved rezoning RZ 2025‑013 (Old Hog Mountain Rd.) from Agricultural Residential to R‑1 for two single‑family lots. The commission voted 4‑2 to deny the request to amend Condition #13 of RZ 2024‑034, keeping the minimum dwelling size at 2,000 sq ft. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved February 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of Old Hog Mountain Rd. (RZ 2025‑013) to R‑1 (unanimous)
• Denied amendment to Condition #13 of RZ 2024‑034 (4‑2 vote)
• Approved adjournment (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

At the special called meeting, the Barrow County Board of Commissioners will consider a resolution to de‑annex the property at 982 City Pond Road, designated Tax Parcel XX060 004. The resolution would also authorize the Chairman to execute it.

• Consider resolution to de‑annex 982 City Pond Road (Tax Parcel XX060 004) and authorize Chairman to execute

The Board approved an amendment to the agenda and then unanimously passed a resolution to de‑annex 982 City Pond Road in Winder. It also ratified the Chairman’s signature on SDS Form 4, revising Form 2 for the fire service and directing submission to the DCA. The meeting was adjourned at 4:34 p.m.

• Amended agenda to add fire service form ratification (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to de‑annex 982 City Pond Road, Winder (unanimous)
• Ratified Chairman’s signature on SDS Form 4, revising Form 2: Fire Service (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:34 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Barrow County Board of Commissioners will convene for a special called meeting to hold an executive session. No official action is scheduled to be taken during this session.

• Executive session on pending litigation and real estate
• Executive session on personnel matters and disciplinary actions

Board of Commissioners

The Barrow County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on five land-use items, including a rezoning of approximately 178.9 acres from agricultural to medium-density residential for a major subdivision, a cell tower special use, a composting facility, a variance for metal siding, and a small rezoning for three single-family lots. New business includes purchasing 25 QRV units for the school system ($79,875), a waste incinerator for the detention center ($50,475), approving the school system tax levy resolution, terminating an ecological consultant agreement, and contracting with the Georgia Opioid Crisis Abatement Trust. The board may also enter executive session for legal, real estate, or personnel matters.

• Public hearing on RZ 2025-012: rezoning ±178.90 acres from AG to R-2 for a major single-family subdivision at 0 Briscoe Mill Rd.
• Public hearing on RZ SU 2025-001: rezoning ±25.02 acres to AG with special use for a cell tower at 0 Tanners Bridge Rd.
• Public hearing on SU 2025-009: special use for a composting facility in AG zoning at 689 Jefferson Hwy.
• Consideration to purchase 25 QRV units for school system from Vapen Systems for $79,875.
• Consideration to approve Mediburn30 waste incinerator for detention center from Elastec for $50,475.

Barrow-Braselton Joint Economic Development Authority

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The body will review reports and prior meeting minutes from February 3, 2025.

• Approval of February 3, 2025 Special Called Meeting Minutes

Board of Commissioners

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate for a special called meeting. The body will enter an executive session to discuss litigation, real estate, or personnel matters, but no action will be taken during that session.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the deannexation of a property in Winder. The board is also considering several utility agreements and personnel appointments.

• Public hearing for deannexation of 982 City Pond Road, Winder, Georgia
• Agreement between Barrow County and Piedmont Soccer Academy
• Water Line Participation Agreement with Finch Landing LLC
• Transfer of Reserved Sewer Treatment Capacity from RB Remington, LLC to Century Communities of Georgia, LLC
• Conversion of the Barrow County State Court Solicitor position from part-time to full-time

Board of Commissioners

This is a procedural special called meeting with no public action items. The board will enter an executive session to discuss pending litigation, real estate, personnel, or exempt records as allowed by Georgia law. No votes or decisions will be taken during the session.

Board of Commissioners

This meeting includes public hearings on six rezoning requests, including a FLUM amendment for commercial use and several residential subdivisions. New business items include a text amendment for industrial zoning, pet adoption fee reduction, hiring a utility inspector, and ratification of an emergency purchase of a rescue pumper for $601,044. The board will also receive presentations on utility service policy and second-quarter financials.

• Public hearing for RZ 2024-039: FLUM amendment and rezoning of 8.38 acres at 751 Harry McCarty Rd. to C3 (Intensive Commercial) with variance for additional story on self-storage facility
• Public hearings for RZ 2025-002 through 2025-006: five rezoning requests from agricultural to residential (R1) for subdivisions at various locations including Dooley Town Rd., Blackstock Rd., Kennedy Sells Rd., Moon Bridge Rd., and Dogwood Trail
• Consideration to ratify emergency purchase of one Rescue Pumper for Barrow County Fire Department from Fouts Bros. Inc. for $601,044.00
• Consideration to approve reduction of pet adoption fees
• Consideration to approve addition of one new Utility Inspector position within Public Works Water and Sewer Division

Board of Commissioners

The Barrow County Board of Commissioners will convene a special called meeting to discuss personnel matters and potential litigation in an executive session. No official action is scheduled to be taken during this session.

• Executive session for personnel and litigation
• Discussion of real estate acquisition
• Discussion of exempt records

Board of Commissioners

The Barrow County Board of Commissioners will consider several appointments to boards and authorities, including a slate of Airport Authority members. The board will also vote on a resolution to dissolve the Barrow County Airport Authority and transfer its operations to the county government. Other items include approval of fee collection resolutions, professional services agreements, and revisions to FY2025 water and wastewater rates.

• Consideration to dissolve the Barrow County Airport Authority and transfer assets, liabilities, and operations to the county government
• Revisions to FY2025 Water and Wastewater Rates
• Professional Services Agreement with Southeast Corrections, LLC effective January 1, 2025
• Intergovernmental Lighting Agreement for roundabout at SR 81 at Tom Miller Road
• Resolution to amend the appointment protocol for the Board of Elections and Registration

Board of Commissioners

The Barrow County Board of Commissioners met in a special session to discuss confidential matters such as pending litigation, real‑estate transactions, personnel issues, and exempt records. No votes or decisions were made during this executive session. The meeting concluded with adjournment.

• Executive session covering pending or potential litigation
• Discussion of future acquisition, disposition, or lease of real estate
• Personnel matters including appointments, hiring, disciplinary actions
• Review of records exempt from public disclosure

Board of Commissioners

The Barrow County Board of Commissioners will consider rezoning requests for properties on Carl-Bethlehem Road and Manger Ave, along with a future land use amendment on Chandler Rd. The board will also vote on water and wastewater rate revisions and accept a grant for specialized forcible entry tools.

• Rezone 5.22 acres on Carl-Bethlehem Rd. to R1 (Low Density Single Family Residential)
• Change garage frontage condition for property on Manger Ave.
• Amend Future Land Use on Chandler Rd. from Suburban Neighborhood to Traditional Neighborhood
• Approve revisions to FY 2025 Water and Wastewater Rates
• Accept $22,046.55 grant for specialized forcible entry tools