Henry County public meetings in 2021

Zoning Advisory Board

The Henry County Board of Commissioners met virtually and voted on several items. A proposed pay increase for all employees (excluding poll workers) failed in a 3-3 tie. Multiple motions for COVID-19 vaccine incentive pay also failed, including a $1,000 bonus for all employees and a $1,000 bonus for vaccinated employees only. The board unanimously approved objections to two annexation requests by the City of Hampton and accepted the terms of national opioid settlements.

• Pay increase for all employees (excluding poll workers) failed 3-3
• $1,000 COVID bonus for all employees failed 3-3
• $1,000 COVID incentive for vaccinated employees only failed (no second)
• Objection to annexation AX-21-09 (Lower Woolsey Road) carried 6-0
• Objection to annexation AX-21-10 (Hampton-Locust Grove Road, Highway 20 West, South Hampton Road) carried 6-0

The Board of Commissioners failed to approve a 10.5% pay increase for all county employees (excluding poll workers) effective January 1, 2022, with a 3-3 vote. The board also failed to approve several COVID-19 vaccine incentive pay motions, including a $1,000 bonus for vaccinated employees. The board unanimously approved objections to two City of Hampton annexation requests (AX-21-09 and AX-21-10) and approved joining the Georgia opioid settlement.

• Employee pay increase resolution failed (3-3)
• COVID-19 vaccine incentive pay resolution failed (3-3)
• Motion for $1,000 COVID bonus to all employees failed (3-3)
• Motion for $1,000 bonus to vaccinated and future vaccinated employees failed (3-3)
• Objection to annexation AX-21-09 approved (6-0)
• Objection to annexation AX-21-10 approved (6-0)
• Opioid settlement resolution approved (6-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners meeting on November 30, 2021, was not called to order because only three of six members were present, lacking a quorum. The agenda included items such as a county-wide employee pay increase, a COVID-19 vaccine pay incentive, several rezonings, and various consent agenda contracts, but no official decisions could be made.

• Proposed pay increase for all employees (excluding poll workers) effective Jan 1, 2022
• Proposed COVID-19 vaccine pay incentive for eligible vaccinated employees
• Rezoning request RZ-21-17 for gas station/convenience store at 3818 North Henry Blvd
• Rezoning request RZ-21-24 for 89.43-acre single-family subdivision at 1088 McGarity Rd
• Contract for flood plain update with House Moran Consulting, Inc. for $2,284,000

Zoning Advisory Board

The Henry County Zoning Advisory Board will consider three rezoning requests and three variance requests at its November 18, 2021 meeting. The board will also approve minutes from the May 13, 2021 meeting and hear planning staff comments. All items are recommendations to the county commission.

• RZ-21-27: Rezone 2.62 acres at 813 Jonesboro Road from RA to C-3 for indoor self-service storage (Turnstone Group)
• RZ-21-29: Rezone 23.03 acres at 1650 Campground Road from RA to R-2 for single-family subdivision (Reservoir Group)
• RZ-21-30: Rezone 33.34 acres on Jonesboro Road west of Mount Carmel Road from R-2/C-2 to MU for mixed multi-family and commercial (Vista Realty Partners)
• VR-21-16: Variance for flag lot road frontage on 14.932 acres on Stone Road (Angel Miller-Dublin)
• VR-21-17: Variance for flag lot road frontage on 18.757 acres at 130 North Mount Carmel Road (Connie and Newton Beasley)

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners met to vote on a consent agenda and regular agenda items. The consent agenda was initially rejected but later approved with amendments, moving several items to the regular agenda. Key actions included approving a redistricting resolution (tabled), a disparity study contract, and various road and equipment purchases. Two rezoning requests were postponed by applicants.

• Approved $300,000 disparity study contract with Griffin & Strong, PC
• Approved purchase of nine Ford F-150s for $248,545
• Approved $304,554 annual pavement marking services bid
• Approved $91,485 storm drainage replacement at Beaver Run Trace
• Tabled redistricting resolution for Board of Commissioners districts

The Board approved RZ-21-13, a rezoning for a 50-lot single-family conservation subdivision at 565 Elliott Road, with 16 conditions including modified building material requirements (60% four-sided brick, 40% combination of brick/stone/stucco/fiberboard with water table) and a 5-foot sidewalk minimum. The Board also approved RZ-21-12, a 17.07-acre rezoning for a single-family subdivision on Hearn Road, with conditions including 3-car garages and 4-sided brick homes. The consent agenda initially failed on a 3-3 vote, then passed 4-2 after moving the Human Resources personnel policy item to the regular agenda, where it later failed 3-3. The Board tabled the Heritage Park surplus declaration and the redistricting resolution, and approved several contracts and grants.

• Approved RZ-21-13 rezoning for 50-lot conservation subdivision at 565 Elliott Road (5-1)
• Approved RZ-21-12 rezoning for single-family subdivision at 6152 Hearn Road (6-0)
• Approved RFQ #21-93 for on-call stormwater engineering services to all 12 listed firms (5-1)
• Approved RFQ 21-92 for Comprehensive Disparity Study to Griffin & Strong, PC for $300,000 (6-0)
• Approved purchase of nine Ford F-150s for $248,545 (6-0)
• Tabled declaration of surplus for train, silo, and road scraper at Heritage Park (6-0)
• Tabled redistricting resolution without objection
• Failed to approve Henry County Government Personnel Policy (3-3)

Zoning Advisory Board

The Henry County Zoning Advisory Board will consider several rezoning, conditional use, and variance requests, including a large 301.69-acre rezoning for a residential and townhome development. The board will also review a variance for parking relief, a conditional use for a church expansion, and other rezoning requests.

• Rezoning of 301.69 acres near Old Highway 3 and Steele Road from RA, R-2, M-1 to RS for single-family and townhomes (RZ-19-16)
• Comprehensive Plan amendment for same 301.69 acres to change Future Land Use Map to Medium Density Residential (COMP-AM-19-09)
• Rezoning of 89.43 acres at 1088 McGarity Road from RA to R-3 for single-family subdivision (RZ-21-24)
• Conditional use for 38 acres on Highway 138 East for conservation subdivision (CU-21-07)
• Variance from parking requirements for 31.045 acres at 2080 Jonesboro Road (VR-21-15)

Zoning Advisory Board

The Henry County Board of Commissioners meeting on November 9, 2021, lost its quorum after two commissioners left, so the meeting was not official. The remaining agenda items—impact fees, purchasing policy, state contract process, and capital project updates—were presented for informational purposes only. No official decisions were made.

• Impact fees presentation
• Purchasing policy presentation
• State contract process presentation
• Capital project update presentation

The Henry County Board of Commissioners held a workshop to discuss a potential increase in impact fees, with staff recommending a phased increase over 2-5 years and the creation of an advisory group. No formal decisions were made; the board provided feedback and directed staff to form an advisory committee and return with recommendations in early 2022.

• Directed staff to create an advisory committee for impact fee feedback
• Staff to bring impact fee recommendations to BOC in Q1 2022
• No action taken on impact fee increase

Board of Commissioners

The Board approved the consent agenda, including the $2,448,936 purchase of 50 Ford Explorers for the Police Department, despite concerns about the bidding process. They also approved a rezoning for a 190-unit assisted living facility and a 113-home subdivision, denied a comprehensive plan amendment and a rezoning for a warehouse, and tabled another rezoning request.

• Approved $2,448,936 purchase of 50 Ford Explorers for Police (4-2)
• Approved rezoning for 190-unit assisted living facility at Patrick Henry Pkwy (6-0)
• Approved rezoning for 113-home subdivision at Hwy 20 & Airline Rd (6-0)
• Denied comprehensive plan amendment for industrial use at North Bridges Rd (6-0)
• Denied rezoning to M-1 for warehouse at North Bridges Rd (tabled to Nov 3)
• Approved $316,465 for E-911 console furniture replacement
• Approved $184,298 for fire department admin remodel
• Approved $837,994 for GMEN services amendment

Zoning Advisory Board

The Henry County Board of Commissioners will hear a zoning appeal from D.R. Horton, Inc. regarding an administrative interpretation of zoning conditions that led to a stop work order. The property is about 168.51 acres west of Flippen Road in Land Lot 6 of the 12th District, proposed for single-family residential and townhome development. No public comment will be taken; the board will hear evidence from staff and the applicant.

• Zoning appeal case AP-21-03 by D.R. Horton, Inc.
• Stop work order on property west of Flippen Road
• 168.51-acre site for single-family and townhomes
• District 5 location
• Virtual meeting, no public comment

The Henry County Board of Commissioners voted to deny D.R. Horton's appeal of a stop work order for the Broder Farm development. The board upheld the county's interpretation that homes must be four-sided brick, despite the written condition allowing a mix of materials. The motion to deny was made by Commissioner Holmes and seconded by Commissioner Clemmons.

• Denied D.R. Horton's appeal of stop work order (motion carried)
• Upheld county's interpretation requiring four-sided brick for Broder Farm homes

Zoning Advisory Board

The Henry County Board of Commissioners held a workshop to discuss the impact fee program, with a presentation by consultant Bill Ross. No formal decisions or votes were made; the board directed staff to prepare recommendations on fee categories and percentages, with emphasis on public safety and road improvements. Staff will also provide reports on current fee allocations and non-residential fees.

• No formal votes or decisions made at workshop
• Staff directed to bring back recommendations on impact fee categories and percentages
• Staff to provide monthly impact fee reports to the board
• Staff to provide information on non-residential impact fees and current allocations

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved most consent agenda items, including equipment purchases and grants, but moved four fleet vehicle purchases to the regular agenda for separate votes. One motion to buy two Ford Explorers failed in a 3-3 tie, while other vehicle purchases were approved. The board also held a dangerous dog classification appeal hearing and recognized employee retirements.

• Approved $107,049.93 for Croy Engineering Task Order #14 for airport apron and taxiway pavement design
• Approved $186,159.06 for seven Zoll cardiac monitors for the Fire Department using SPLOST IV funds
• Approved $134,066.72 G.O.H.S. grant for the H.E.A.T. program
• Failed 3-3 vote to purchase two Ford Explorers for $56,600.00
• Approved classifying a dog as 'Dangerous Dog' in a 5-1 vote

The Board voted 5-1 to uphold the dangerous dog classification for a German Shepherd owned by Deborah Jordan, following an incident where the dog bit a police officer. The Board also approved several vehicle purchases, including a track loader and Ford Escapes, but rejected a purchase of two Ford Explorers. All other consent agenda items were approved.

• Approved the Consent Agenda, including resolutions for airport engineering, cardiac monitors, police equipment, a Georgia Power agreement, SPLOST projects, stormwater services, and 2022 calendars.
• Approved purchase of a 325g Track Loader for Parks & Recreation (5-1).
• Denied purchase of two Ford Explorers for Sheriff's and Solicitor's offices (3-3).
• Approved purchase of six Ford Pursuit Explorers for Sheriff's Office (4-2).
• Approved purchase of four Ford Escapes for Tech Services (6-0).
• Upheld the dangerous dog classification for the dog named Isis (5-1).

Zoning Advisory Board

The Henry County Zoning Advisory Board is meeting to consider several zoning-related requests, including two variances, two rezonings, and a comprehensive plan amendment. The board will also handle routine items such as approving the agenda and minutes.

• Variance VR-21-10 for 559 Jerry Steele Lane to relax stream buffer protection (25.325 acres)
• Variance VR-21-11 for 3328 South Bay Drive to relax accessory structure standards (1.557 acres)
• Rezoning RZ-21-22 for 3539 Jonesboro Road from R-2 to R-3 for a single-family subdivision (30.118 acres)
• Rezoning RZ-21-23 for Jonesboro Road north of Heritage Way from RA to MU for mixed-use development (72.1 acres)
• Comprehensive plan amendment COMP-AM-21-07 for the same 72.1-acre property to change Future Land Use from Low Density Residential to Mixed Use

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners held a virtual meeting on September 22, 2021. The sole substantive item was a presentation on the Henry County Transit Master Plan Draft Recommendations by Grady Smith of VHB. The meeting was adjourned at 10:03 a.m. after the presentation.

• Presentation of Henry County Transit Master Plan Draft Recommendations
• Presentation by Grady Smith of VHB
• Virtual meeting format due to COVID-19 precautions

The Henry County Board of Commissioners held a workshop to review draft recommendations for the Transit Master Plan, with a final plan expected in November. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational, gathering input from commissioners on potential projects and funding strategies.

• No formal decisions made; workshop only

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners extended the local COVID-19 emergency declaration through December 1, 2021, and approved several contracts and appointments. They also approved a rezoning for a residential lot split, objected to one annexation, and took no action on another. Discussions on vaccine incentives and an aquatic center location resulted in no decisions.

• Extended COVID-19 emergency declaration to Dec 1, 2021 (6-0)
• Approved $542,450 for 70 SCBA systems (Consent Agenda, 6-0)
• Approved wrecker services contract to Corner Lot Inc. and Swanson Towing (6-0)
• Approved $50,778 guardrail repair contract to Bagwell Fence Company (Consent Agenda, 6-0)
• Approved CDBG annual performance report (6-0)
• Objected to annexation AX-21-07 into Locust Grove (6-0)
• Took no action on annexation AX-21-08 into McDonough (6-0)
• Approved rezoning RZ-21-09 for residential lot split with conditions (6-0)

Zoning Advisory Board

The Henry County Zoning Advisory Board will consider a rezoning, several variances, and a conditional use request for a wireless communications facility. The board is also set to approve the agenda and minutes, and hear planning staff comments.

• Rezoning RZ-21-21: 5.15 acres on Fairview Road near Dior Drive from RA to R-2 for single-family residential
• Variance VR-21-09: same property, relief from Highway Corridor Overlay District requirements
• Variances VR-21-06 and VR-21-08: accessory structure relief at 137/141 Sea Shore Circle and 398 Kelleytown Road
• Variances VR-21-07 and VR-21-12: front yard setback reductions at 312 Wichita Way and 125 Himalaya Way
• Conditional use CU-21-06: AT&T Mobility for new wireless facility on 97 acres at 548 Seabolt Road

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved consent agenda items including capital purchases for fire vehicles and supplemental pay for ambulance staff, and voted on several resolutions. Two items were moved to the regular agenda: a $1.1M aquatic center design contract was tabled, and a personnel policy update failed in a 3-3 vote. The board also approved an ordinance prohibiting animal tethering and an objection to a City of Lovejoy annexation.

• Approved $1,502,370 for six Braun Liberty ambulances and $3,817,954 for six Pierce custom pumpers (Resolutions #21-271, #21-272)
• Approved $766,500 annual supplemental pay for fire rescue ambulance staff using COVID funds (Resolution #21-281)
• Approved $1,100,000 architectural design contract for Indoor Aquatic Center and Outdoor Water Park, tabled to next meeting
• Approved $206,294.03 for JP Moseley Park Buildings' Renovations and $225,265.00 for Nash Farms Activity Barn Remodel (Resolutions #21-269, #21-270)
• Approved ordinance prohibiting animal tethering (Ordinance #21-06) and objection to City of Lovejoy annexation AX-21-06 (Resolution #21-285)

The Board voted 4-0-2 to formally object to the City of Lovejoy's annexation request for properties on Steele Road, Lovejoy Road, and nearby areas, citing concerns about service delivery, tax revenue, and planning. It also approved supplemental pay for fire rescue ambulance staff using COVID funds, and adopted an amended ordinance regulating the tethering of dogs. Several other items were approved on the consent agenda, including contracts for park renovations, new fire apparatus, and SPLOST project allocations.

• Approved Resolution 21-285 objecting to the City of Lovejoy annexation (AX-21-06) by a 4-0-2 vote.
• Approved Resolution 21-281 providing supplemental pay for fire rescue ambulance personnel, estimated annual cost $766,500 from COVID funds (6-0-0).
• Adopted Ordinance 21-06 amending the code to define and prohibit tethering of canines, with specific exceptions and a 60-day effective date (6-0-0).
• Approved Resolution 21-284 authorizing a Memorandum of Understanding for the Handle with Care program (3-2-1).
• Approved the consent agenda, including contracts for park renovations, six ambulances ($1,502,370), six fire pumpers ($3,817,954), and SPLOST project awards.
• Approved Resolution 21-282 rescinding Resolution 21-40 and allocating SPLOST III funds for resurfacing projects (6-0-0).
• Approved Resolution 21-283 rescinding Resolution 21-41 and reallocating SPLOST IV funds (6-0-0).
• Failed to approve the Henry County Government Personnel Policy (3-3-0); the policy will be revised and brought back.

Zoning Advisory Board

The Henry County Board of Commissioners met in a called session. The board voted to enter executive session to discuss personnel, property acquisition, and potential litigation, then reconvened and approved an affidavit and resolution pertaining to that session. The meeting was otherwise procedural and adjourned at 6:36 p.m.

• Executive session on personnel, property acquisition, and potential litigation
• Approval of affidavit and resolution pertaining to executive session

The Henry County Board of Commissioners held a called meeting solely to enter executive session for personnel, property acquisition, and potential litigation matters. They unanimously approved the affidavit and resolution pertaining to the executive session and adjourned without any substantive public decisions.

• Convened executive session (4-0, with two absent)
• Reconvened public meeting (6-0)
• Approved affidavit and resolution for executive session (6-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution to levy an ad valorem tax for $210 million in school district general obligation bonds, and voted on several rezoning requests, including a commercial/self-storage project and a mixed-use development. The board also approved consent agenda items, including a $120,687 ambulance repair and a $1,000 K-9 donation, and received updates on COVID-19 and other county programs.

• Approved resolution for $210M school bond tax levy (Resolution #21-262)
• Approved rezoning for 19.998 acres at 1664 Highway 20 East to commercial/self-storage (RZ-20-10)
• Approved rezoning for 18.189 acres at 156 Foster Drive to mixed-use (RZ-21-05)
• Approved $120,687.31 repair of Fire Rescue 5 ambulance (Resolution #21-260)
• Accepted $1,000 donation from Paradise Empowers Inc. for K-9 Unit (Resolution #21-259)

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved a rezoning request for 19.998 acres at 1664 Highway 20 East, changing the Future Land Use Map designation from Industrial to Mixed Use and rezoning from RA to C-1/C-3 with conditions. The board also approved a separate rezoning for 18.189 acres at 156 Foster Drive to Mixed Use for a 260-unit residential and commercial development. A rezoning request for a 93.69-acre single-family subdivision at Highway 20 East and Airline Road was tabled pending GDOT evaluation.

• Approved Comprehensive Plan amendment to Mixed Use for 1664 Hwy 20 East (6-0)
• Approved rezoning to C-1/C-3 with conditions for 1664 Hwy 20 East (6-0)
• Tabled rezoning for 93.69-acre subdivision at Hwy 20 & Airline Rd (6-0)
• Approved rezoning to Mixed Use for 156 Foster Drive with conditions (6-0)
• Approved re-appointment of Major Jason Bolton to 8/21/2024 (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $120,687 ambulance repair and $1,000 K-9 donation (6-0)
• Approved school bond resolution for $210M Series 2021 (6-0)
• Approved minutes from June 14 and June 29 meetings (6-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners declared a 60-day state of local emergency due to COVID-19 and approved a consent agenda including a $20 million transfer from fund balance to capital projects. They also approved several contracts and resolutions, including an E911 system upgrade and road projects. The meeting included presentations on transit, transportation, and trails plans.

• Declared state of local emergency for COVID-19, effective 60 days
• Approved $1,755,628 E911 system upgrade with AT&T
• Transferred $20 million from unassigned fund balance to capital projects
• Awarded $2,426,000 Jonesboro Road resurfacing contract to C.W. Matthews
• Approved $266,400 for eight 2021 Ford Interceptor police vehicles

The Board of Commissioners declared a local state of emergency for 60 days due to rising COVID-19 cases from the Delta variant, activating the county's Emergency Operations Plan. The board also approved a consent agenda that included a $1.76 million E911 system upgrade, a $20 million transfer to capital projects, and multiple road construction contracts. Two resolutions related to the Capital Improvement Element and impact fee reports were approved unanimously.

• Declared 60-day local state of emergency due to COVID-19 Delta variant (unanimous)
• Approved $1,755,628 E911 phone system upgrade with AT&T (consent agenda)
• Approved $20M transfer from General Fund to capital projects (consent agenda)
• Approved $2,426,000 Jonesboro Road Resurfacing bid to C.W. Matthews (consent agenda)
• Approved $2,436,000 GDOT construction contract for Jonesboro Road (consent agenda)
• Approved $170,130 Mill Road Widening design services to Kennedy Engineering (consent agenda)
• Approved $266,400 emergency purchase of 8 police vehicles (consent agenda)
• Approved Capital Improvement Element update and impact fee report (6-0)

Zoning Advisory Board

The Henry County Board of Commissioners held a public hearing and then voted to adopt the 2021-2022 millage rate of 12.733 mills, along with separate rates for special districts. The final resolution (21-238) passed 5-0, including the county-wide rate, police, fire, recreation, and unincorporated services districts, plus school and bond rates.

• Adopted county-wide millage rate of 8.788 mills
• Adopted Police Protection Special District rate of 1.824 mills
• Adopted Fire Protection Special District rate of 1.105 mills
• Adopted Recreation Special District rate of 0.685 mills
• Adopted Unincorporated Services Special District rate of 0.331 mills

The Henry County Board of Commissioners held the third and final public hearing on the 2021-2022 millage rate and then voted to adopt all proposed rates. The countywide millage rate was set at 8.788 mils, with separate rates for police, fire, recreation, and unincorporated special service districts. All votes were unanimous (5-0). No public comments were made during the hearing.

• Approved Police Protection Special Service District rate at 1.824 mils (5-0)
• Approved Fire Protection Special Service District rate at 1.105 mils (5-0)
• Approved Recreation Special Service District rate at 0.685 mils (5-0)
• Approved Unincorporated Special Services District rate at 0.331 mils (5-0)
• Approved Countywide Millage Rate at 8.788 mils (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-238 reflecting all millage rates (5-0)

Zoning Advisory Board

The Henry County Zoning Advisory Board will consider four rezoning requests, ranging from a mixed-use development to a gas station and residential subdivisions. One previously advertised variance request has been rescheduled and will not be heard. The board will also accept the agenda and hear planning staff comments.

• RZ-21-16: Rezone 20.26 acres at 5855-5905 East Lake Parkway and 38 Oak Valley Road from C-2 to Mixed Use for multifamily and commercial (Halpern Enterprises)
• RZ-21-17: Rezone 1.653 acres at 3818 North Henry Boulevard from RA to C-1 for a gas station and convenience store (HSHA, LLC)
• RZ-21-19: Rezone 27.54 acres south of Foster Drive east of Andalusia Boulevard from RA to RM for multifamily (Davidson Homes)
• RZ-21-20: Rezone 81.028 acres at 646 North Ola Road from RA to R-2 (Sewer) for single-family subdivision (Blue River Development)
• VR-21-06: Variance request for 137-141 Sea Shore Circle rescheduled, not heard

Zoning Advisory Board

The Henry County Board of Commissioners held a public hearing on the proposed 2021-2022 millage rate of 12.733. No action was taken; it was a presentation and public hearing only. The meeting was briefly recessed due to lack of a quorum.

• Public hearing on 2021-2022 millage rate (proposed 12.733)
• Meeting recessed due to lack of quorum, reconvened at 11:00 a.m.

The Henry County Board of Commissioners held the first of three required public hearings on the 2021-2022 millage rate. No decisions were made; the hearing was informational, with the Tax Commissioner explaining the proposed rate and tax calculations. The second hearing was scheduled for that evening and the third for July 20, 2021, when adoption is expected.

• No decisions made; hearing was informational only
• Scheduled second public hearing for July 20, 2021 evening
• Scheduled third and final public hearing for July 20, 2021 at 10:00 a.m.

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda including airport construction contracts, a roofing emergency repair, and park fee changes. They also voted to call a referendum on a Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (TSPLOST), approved several rezonings, and held a public hearing on the proposed 2021-2022 millage rate of 12.733 without taking action.

• Approved $1,501,922 bid to Griffin Contracting for taxiway widening at Atlanta Speedway Airport, plus $65,612 for inspection and $36,640 for runway lights
• Accepted $59,000 ARPA grant for Atlanta Speedway Airport
• Approved $959,417 emergency roofing at Henry County Jail, 120 Henry Parkway
• Approved $190,000 acquisition of 1.15 acres at 398 North Ola Road
• Approved rezonings: 2125 Highway 42 North to Mixed Use, and 183.18 acres near Campground Road to R-2 for subdivision

The Board approved a resolution calling for a referendum on a 1% Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (T-SPLOST) for the November 2, 2021 ballot. The tax, if approved by voters, is expected to raise approximately $245 million over five years for transportation projects. The resolution also authorizes up to $120 million in county debt, to be paid from the tax proceeds, and includes a separate authorization for the City of Locust Grove to borrow up to $7.2 million. The motion carried 5-1, with Commissioner Holmes voting in opposition.

• Approved Resolution 21-233 calling for a T-SPLOST referendum on the Nov. 2, 2021 ballot (5-1).
• Approved Resolution 21-234 amending the Future Land Use Map for 2125 Highway 42 North from Industrial to Mixed Use (6-0).
• Approved Resolution 21-235 rezoning 2125 Highway 42 North from OI to MU for a mixed institutional and independent living development, with amended conditions (6-0).
• Approved Resolution 21-236 rezoning property east of Brannan Road from R-3 to RA for a lot division, with conditions (6-0).
• Approved Resolution 21-237 rezoning 183.18 acres near Campground Road from RA to R-2 (Sewer) for a conservation subdivision, with amended conditions (6-0).
• Approved the Consent Agenda, including contracts, grants, and surplus declarations (6-0).
• Appointed Sherrhea Mason-Bryant to the DBHDD board (6-0).
• Approved the minutes from April 20, 2021 and May 4, 2021 (6-0).

Zoning Advisory Board

The Henry County Zoning Advisory Board will consider multiple rezoning, conditional use, and variance requests for residential developments, including two conservation subdivisions and a townhome project. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings. These are advisory recommendations; final decisions are made by the county commission.

• RZ-21-13: Rezone 42.3 acres at 565 Elliott Road from RA to R-2 for single-family subdivision (Reservoir Group)
• CU-21-04: Conditional use for conservation subdivision at 565 Elliott Road
• RZ-21-15: Rezone 36.8 acres on Highway 138 East from RA to R-3 for single-family subdivision (Pacific Group)
• CU-21-05 and VR-21-05: Conditional use and variance from Highway Corridor Overlay for same property
• RZ-21-12: Rezone 17.07 acres at 6152 Hearn Road from RA to R-2 for single-family subdivision (Hearn Road Henry 24, LLC)

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved placing a Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (T-SPLOST) referendum on the November ballot, along with an intergovernmental agreement with local cities. The board also approved a consent agenda covering grants, equipment purchases, and contracts, and amended a COVID-19 nonprofit funding resolution to reallocate funds. Several items, including a stormwater pond fencing ordinance and a ULDC amendment, were tabled or failed.

• Approved T-SPLOST IGA with Stockbridge, McDonough, Locust Grove, and Hampton (Resolution 21-218)
• Approved $824,483 bid to K-Team Engineering for two 4-unit apartment buildings at 101-104 & 109-112 George St., Hampton (Resolution 21-212)
• Approved 3-year lease/purchase of 3 Tymco sweepers totaling $652,204.11 (Resolution 21-208)
• Approved $95,717.88/year for 3-year Fusus Real Time Crime Center software (Resolution 21-204)
• Amended COVID-19 nonprofit funding, moving $150,000 to Grace Baptist Church and $50,000 to Miracle Mission Hope House (Resolution 21-216)

The Board approved the intergovernmental agreement with the cities of Stockbridge, McDonough, Locust Grove, and Hampton for a Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (T-SPLOST), with Commissioner Holmes voting in opposition. The Board also approved a resolution amending the COVID-19 non-profit fund allocation, changing the county's share from 40% to 25% and increasing non-profits' share to 45%, including specific fund transfers. Additionally, the Board approved the consent agenda, which included various grants, equipment purchases, and a contract for apartment building renovations.

• Approved the T-SPLOST intergovernmental agreement (Resolution 21-218) by a 5-1 vote.
• Approved amending the COVID-19 non-profit fund allocation, changing county share to 25% and non-profits to 45%.
• Approved the consent agenda, including a $80,000 radio system maintenance renewal, a $91,956 equipment grant, and a $287,153.64 police software agreement.
• Approved a resolution to form a committee to appoint the at-large member to the Board of Elections, removing a prohibition on elected officials serving.
• Tabled the Boys & Girls Club agreement for further discussion.
• Failed to pass an ordinance requiring fencing around stormwater ponds, with a vote of 2-3-1.
• Tabled the ULDC amendment regarding townhome standards and other development regulations.

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved the FY 2021 Annual Action Plan with combined funding of $2,034,007 for housing and community development programs, and approved a rezoning for a mixed-use development at 2080 Jonesboro Road. The board also accepted multiple state grants for court programs and approved various consent agenda items. Two planning and zoning items for 2125 Highway 42 North were postponed by the applicant.

• Approved FY 2021 Annual Action Plan with $2,034,007 in HUD funding
• Approved rezoning of 31.1 acres at 2080 Jonesboro Road to Mixed Use
• Accepted $76,983 grant for Veterans Treatment Court
• Accepted $148,344 grant for Adult Felony Drug Court
• Approved $44,190 purchase of two used police vehicles from seized funds

Board of Commissioners

The Board approved the consent agenda, accepting $45,560,724 in American Rescue Plan Fiscal Recovery Funds and $5,586,629 in Emergency Rental Assistance Program 2 funds, along with multiple contracts and resolutions. The consent agenda passed 4-1, with Commissioner Holmes voting in opposition. The Board also appointed Brenda Winston to the Recreation Board (5-0) and approved minutes from April meetings.

• Approved consent agenda accepting $45,560,724 ARP-FRF and $5,586,629 ERAP2 funds (4-1)
• Approved $245,750 emergency roofing retrofit at Sheriff's Training Center
• Awarded $360,863 taxiway electrical rehab contract to Trinity Electrical Services
• Awarded $300,000 design contract for new Recreation Center at N. Mt. Carmel Park
• Approved $5M MOU with GDOT for I-75/Bethlehem Road Interchange SPLOST IV project
• Approved $59,000 storm drainage replacement at Iris Lake, King Mill Road
• Appointed Brenda Winston to Recreation Board (5-0)
• Approved minutes for April 6 and April 15 meetings (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners adopted the FY2021-2022 budget with projected revenue and expenditures of $189,644,988, balanced without using fund balance. The board also denied a ULDC amendment to change the Highway Corridor Overlay District boundary, approved a separate ULDC amendment regulating mixed-use developments, and approved a Comprehensive Plan amendment for the East Lake Parkway corridor. Several consent agenda items were approved, including equipment purchases and construction contracts.

• Adopted FY2021-2022 budget of $189,644,988 (6-0)
• Denied ULDC-AM-21-02 to change Highway Corridor Overlay District boundary (6-0)
• Approved ULDC-AM-21-03 to strengthen mixed-use development regulations (4-2)
• Approved COMP-AM-21-03 for East Lake Parkway corridor mixed-use designation (5-1)
• Approved consent agenda including VirTra simulation equipment, storm drainage contracts, and SPLOST intersection improvements (6-0)
• Approved appointments to Water Authority and Development Authority (6-0)
• Approved minutes from March 30, 2021 budget workshop (6-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board held the first of two required public hearings for the FY2021-2022 budget, with no action taken. The proposed budget is $189,644,918 with no use of fund balance, based on the current millage rate of 12.733 mills, and includes new positions for public safety and the 4th Judgeship. The second public hearing and formal adoption will occur at the May 18, 2021 meeting at 6:30 p.m. The Board also approved the consent agenda, which included contracts for scoreboards, utility relocations, and SPLOST-funded projects.

• Approved consent agenda (6-0): scoreboard purchase and installation, utility relocations, SPLOST projects, and new street light district
• Approved minutes from March 16, 2021 (6-0)
• Held first public hearing on FY21-22 budget; no action taken
• Withdrawn item: AP-21-02 variance appeal on Cotton Indian Creek Road

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved a $27,433,685 contract with ER Snell Contractor, Inc. to resurface 96 roads across all five districts, funded through SPLOST and other sources. The board also approved a rezoning for a 132-lot subdivision on Millers Mill Road with conditions, and tabled two mixed-use rezoning requests. Several consent agenda items were approved, including a sidewalk hazard mitigation contract and equipment leases.

• Approved $27,433,685 road resurfacing contract for 96 roads (6-0)
• Approved rezoning to R-2S for 132-lot subdivision at 1496 Millers Mill Rd with conditions (4-2)
• Tabled rezoning for mixed-use at 2080 Jonesboro Rd (6-0)
• Tabled rezoning for mixed-use at 243 Mill Rd (6-0)
• Approved $262,725 sidewalk trip hazard mitigation contract (consent)
• Approved $45,730.49 lighting/audio/visual purchase for Locust Grove Rec Center (consent)
• Approved 5-year tractor leases for golf course and parks (consent)
• Approved $1,050 qualifying fee for June 15 special election (6-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners held a called workshop to discuss the FY22 budget, but took no formal votes. Staff presented a budget based on a proposed 1 mill tax increase for public safety, but commissioners expressed opposition and instead discussed using fund balance or other options. No decisions were made; the budget hearing is set for May 4 and May 18, 2021.

• No formal votes taken during the workshop
• Budget hearing scheduled for May 4 and May 18, 2021
• 1 mill tax increase not considered; $180 million budget set for hearing
• Housing allowance for public safety not included in budget
• Discussion on school resource officers; no action taken

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners held a joint called meeting with the county's four cities to discuss a proposed Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (T-SPLOST) referendum for the November 2, 2021 ballot. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was required by law to proceed with the T-SPLOST process. Staff presented preliminary project lists and revenue estimates, and the intergovernmental agreement (IGA) was discussed but not approved. The IGA must be signed by June 15, 2021.

• No formal action taken; meeting held to discuss T-SPLOST referendum
• Discussed potential T-SPLOST revenue of approximately $210 million
• Reviewed preliminary project lists by district
• Discussed IGA distribution options, including population-based split
• Staff to meet with commissioners and bring final IGA recommendation

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution authorizing staff to proceed with requests for proposals to relocate all judicial functions to 143 Henry Parkway (Red Hawk Park), a 19.5-acre county-owned site. The board also approved the 2021-2022 employee benefit and medical insurance plans with 100% county-paid premiums, a contract with Pond & Company for transportation and trails planning, and a zoning modification for a Pulte subdivision on Mount Carmel Road. All votes were unanimous (6-0) except where noted.

• Approved relocation of judicial functions to 143 Henry Parkway (6-0)
• Approved 2021-2022 employee benefit plans with 100% county-paid premiums (6-0)
• Approved contract with Pond & Company for transportation and trails plan (6-0)
• Approved zoning modification for Pulte subdivision at 1106 Mount Carmel Road with conditions (6-0)
• Approved $350,654.23 for nine Ford Explorer police vehicles (6-0)
• Approved $111,892 bid for North Ola Park concession/restroom renovation (6-0)
• Approved $73,352 design services for North Ola Park sidewalks and road widening (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including various contracts and donations (6-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners held a budget workshop for FY 2021-2022, with a briefing from Financial Services. No votes or formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational only.

• No action taken on FY 2021-2022 budget briefing (informational only)

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda including a $1,767,048 construction contract for the South Ola Road Extension and a $111,892 renovation at North Ola Park, along with several other SPLOST, grant, and facilities items. The board also approved a 3-2 resolution to honor Pastor Spencer T. O'Neal with honorary road signs rather than renaming Red Oak Road, and approved two rezoning requests while denying two others. All votes were recorded as 5-0 unless otherwise noted.

• Approved $1,767,048 South Ola Road Extension contract to Pittman Construction (5-0)
• Approved $111,892 North Ola Park concession/restroom renovation to K-Team Engineering (5-0)
• Approved $314,520 janitorial services contract to Building Maintenance Services Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $19,065 litter pickup contract to 4SYTA Industries (5-0)
• Approved honorary road signs for Pastor Spencer T. O'Neal instead of renaming Red Oak Road (3-2)
• Approved rezoning at 61 Lewis Drive to RS for single-family homes and townhomes (5-0)
• Denied rezoning at 438 Moseley Road to R-3 (5-0)
• Denied Comprehensive Plan amendment for 438 Moseley Road (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda including the purchase of 50 Ford Explorer pursuit vehicles for $2,566,895 and related radio equipment for $241,435. The board also approved several other items, including a $15.5 million bond transaction for Fairview Terrace, a new aquatic center location, and various contracts and purchases. All votes were unanimous except where noted.

• Approved $2,566,895 purchase of 50 Ford Explorer pursuit vehicles (4-0-1)
• Approved $241,435 for police two-way radios (4-0-1)
• Approved $15.5M bond for Fairview Terrace mixed-use development (4-0-1)
• Approved Jodeco location for Henry County Aquatic Center (5-0)
• Approved $516,060 for Caterpillar Cold Planer milling machine (4-0-1)
• Approved $101,974 playground at Sandy Ridge Park (4-0-1)
• Approved $83,993 kitchen equipment for senior centers (4-0-1)
• Approved abandonment of Omni Blvd and Peach Drive right-of-way (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The February 16, 2021 regular meeting of the Henry County Board of Commissioners was cancelled on February 15, 2021. No votes or decisions were taken. The agenda included items such as a rezoning request, a resolution on the aquatic center location, and various consent agenda items, but none were acted upon.

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners' special called meeting for February 16, 2021, was not called to order due to a lack of a quorum. The agenda included discussion on temporary meeting locations and procedures during the COVID-19 emergency, but no official business was conducted.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Agenda item: discussion on temporary meeting locations and procedures during COVID-19
• No votes or decisions made

The February 16, 2021 special called meeting of the Henry County Board of Commissioners was not called to order because a quorum was not present. No decisions were made or actions taken. The meeting was scheduled to discuss temporary meeting locations and procedures during the COVID-19 emergency.

• Meeting not called to order due to lack of quorum
• No agenda accepted
• No discussion held on temporary meeting locations and procedures
• No adjournment occurred

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners met virtually on February 2, 2021, and approved a consent agenda that included a $58,896 contract for on-call design services for Knight Drive, several street light district creations, and budget amendments for SPLOST funds. The board also approved a resolution for the Small Business Restart and Non-Profit Assistance Program, but tabled a memorandum of understanding with GDOT for the I-75 and Bethlehem Road interchange project after a motion to approve failed. Several zoning items were postponed or withdrawn, and a proposal to change the Board of Tax Assessors term failed.

• Approved $58,896 contract to Falcon Design Consultants for Knight Drive design services
• Tabled MOU with GDOT for I-75 and Bethlehem Road interchange SPLOST IV project
• Approved Small Business Restart and Non-Profit Assistance Program award recommendations
• Approved street light districts for Tuxedo Estates, Rowland Place, Traditions @ Crystal Lake, Emporia @ Pembrooke Park, Fears Mill, and Luella Grove
• Failed to change Board of Tax Assessors term from 6 to 3 years

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved a resolution committing to not allowing an inland port in Henry County, and approved a resolution for Small Business/Non-Profit Awards related to COVID-19. They also approved a rezoning for a 96-acre residential development on Mount Carmel Road with conditions, and approved several contracts and appointments.

• Approved resolution committing to not allowing an inland port in Henry County (6-0)
• Approved resolution for Small Business/Non-Profit Awards regarding COVID-19 (6-0)
• Approved rezoning RZ-20-05 for 96 acres on Mount Carmel Road to RS with 25 conditions (4-2)
• Approved $92,000 contract with North Star Place Branding + Marketing for rebranding and bicentennial initiatives (6-0)
• Approved $624,998 contract with Pond & Company for Comprehensive Transportation Plan update and Trails Master Plan (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $148,412 concession/restroom building at Hidden Valley Park and Design/Build contract for sports fields (6-0)
• Approved appointments to Hospital Authority, Henry First, Development Authority, Water Authority, Recreation Board, and Zoning Advisory Board (6-0)
• Approved minutes from December 15 and December 29, 2020 meetings (6-0)