Henry County public meetings in 2024
16 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Commissioners
The Henry County Board of Commissioners will hold a public meeting to discuss three legislative priority areas: fire services, de‑annexations, and mental health. No formal actions or votes are listed; the agenda indicates discussion only.
- Discussion of legislative priority – fire services
- Discussion of legislative priority – de‑annexations
- Discussion of legislative priority – mental health
Board of Commissioners
The Henry County Board of Commissioners considered a range of items, including several consent agenda resolutions, a request for annexation, and multiple contract approvals. The board voted to purchase fire rescue vehicles and ambulances for $7,483,528. Other actions included a $824,440.05 software subscription award and a $320,000 consulting contract for the Atlanta Motor Speedway & Airport Area Development Master Plan. Several planning and zoning public hearings were postponed.
- Resolution 24-279: purchase of fire rescue pumps, ambulances and related equipment for $7,483,528
- Resolution 24-280: amendment to award $824,440.05 for OpenGov software subscription
- Resolution 24-278: fuel Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of McDonough
- Resolution 24-277: contract with RightSite Health Physicians PLLC for nurse navigation/telehealth services at no cost to the county
- Resolution 24-273: annexation request for 48.597 acres east of Highway 42 North and Campground Road
Zoning Advisory Board
The Zoning Advisory Board will review several rezoning requests, including a large master planned mixed-use development and two data center proposals. The board will also consider a conditional use request for a conservation subdivision and an amendment to the Unified Land Development Code regarding development agreements.
- RZ-24-27: Rezoning of 1,277.621 +/- acres on Highway 19/41 North to Mixed Use
- RZ-24-07: Rezoning of 148.199 +/- acres south of Highway 20 West for a data center
- RZ-24-20: Rezoning of 249.8 +/- acres on Strickland Road for a data center
- RZ-24-17: Rezoning of 43.78 +/- acres south of Anvil Block Road for townhomes
- ULDC-AM-24-03: Proposed amendment to the Unified Land Development Code regarding development agreements
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners decided on several land use and infrastructure projects, including a rezoning request for a single-family and townhome development. The board also voted on animal control ordinances and various facility contracts.
- Approved rezoning of 42.65 +/- acres at 1356 Highway 155 South for single-family and townhomes
- Rejected a resolution requiring mandatory microchipping of all dogs and cats in Henry County
- Approved $552,776.68 for Henry County Water Authority utility relocation for Fairview Road Sidewalks
- Approved $162,145.49 for 45 fitness stations at N. Mt. Carmel Park Recreation Center
- Approved $146,000.00 for resurfacing Richard Craig Tennis Courts
Board of Commissioners
The Henry County Board of Commissioners, Development Authority, and Water Authority will meet to discuss the county's vision and relationships with local stakeholders. Topics include retail strategies, broader business opportunities, housing, workforce tax abatements, water infrastructure updates, and a Development Authority update. No formal decisions are indicated; the agenda outlines discussion items.
- Retail Strategies (Board of Commissioners)
- Business Opportunities beyond industrial development and data centers (Board of Commissioners)
- Housing (Board Chair)
- Incentives/Tax Abatements – Workforce (John Selfe, Tax Assessor’s Office)
- Infrastructure/Water Update (Tony Carnell, Water Authority)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners approved several financial contracts, including budgeting software and police technology. The board also decided on rezoning requests and property acquisitions for road widening. A planning appeal regarding a group home at 2063 Panola Road was postponed.
- Awarded $824,942.85 to OpenGov for a 3-year budgeting and e-procurement software subscription
- Approved $120,000 for FususONE Real Time Crime Center software for the Police Department
- Approved rezoning of 2.94 acres east of Highway 155 South to General Commercial (C-2)
- Authorized acquisition of right-of-way and easement for State Route 81 Widening Project (Parcel 99)
- Approved $739,298.87 DHS contract for elderly and disabled transit services
Zoning Advisory Board
The Henry County Zoning Advisory Board is meeting to discuss several rezoning requests for residential and commercial developments. The board will also consider variance requests for development standards on specific properties.
- RZ-24-17: Rezoning 43.78 acres south of Anvil Block Road for townhomes
- RZ-24-21: Rezoning 21.50 acres at Jonesboro Road and Chambers Road for townhomes
- RZ-24-08: Rezoning 10.7 acres at 297 & 309 Peach Drive for detached cluster homes
- RZ-24-24: Rezoning 2.94 acres east of Highway 155 South for commercial development
- VR-24-10: Variance request for 1.16 acres at 1500 Pates Creek Road
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners decided on several infrastructure projects, including drainage improvements and connected vehicle technology plans. The body also approved two property deannexations from the City of Stockbridge and modified a moratorium for North Ola.
- Approved $1,539,452.75 for drainage improvements at Greenview Subdivision
- Approved $232,000 contract with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for connected vehicle technology analysis
- Approved $298,975 contract with Sonamore, Inc. (P3Mobility) for a Connected Vehicle Technology Deployment Plan
- Approved deannexation of 9.828 acres and 11.58 acres from the City of Stockbridge to Unincorporated Henry County
- Modified the May 7, 2024 North Ola moratorium to include parcels North of Hwy 20 and East of Airline Road
Board of Commissioners
The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved several contracts and budget amendments, including a $4.9 million sidewalk project and a $1.3 million road construction project. The board also approved rezoning requests for multiple residential developments.
- Resolution awarding $4,895,231 bid for Fairview Road sidewalks
- Resolution awarding $1,267,481 bid for Knight Drive construction
- Resolution awarding $111,967 for radio equipment for 15 police vehicles
- Resolution awarding $245,000 for Comprehensive Safety Action Plan
- Resolution approving $3,318,826 budget amendment for Fairview Road
Zoning Advisory Board
The Henry County Zoning Advisory Board will review two conditional‑use applications: a commercial kennel for the Henry County Humane Society at 820 Highway 81 and a religious facility for Southern Crescent Baptist Church at 334 Lake Dow Road. The board will also hear a Comprehensive Plan amendment to change the Future Land Use Map from Medium Density Suburban to Commercial at the northwest corner of Highway 155 and Millers Mill Road. Finally, a rezoning request will be considered to change the designation from Residential‑Agricultural to C‑1 for a gas station and convenience store at the same intersection.
- CU-24-05: Conditional use for a commercial kennel (3.085 ac) at 820 Highway 81, District 5
- CU-24-06: Conditional use for a religious facility (19.174 ac) at 334 Lake Dow Road, District 3
- COMP-AM-24-07: Comprehensive Plan amendment to rezone 2.21 ac at Highway 155 & Millers Mill Rd from Medium Density Suburban to Commercial, District 4
- RZ-24-23: Rezoning from Residential‑Agricultural to C‑1 (Neighborhood Commercial) for 2.21 ac gas station with convenience store at Highway 155 & Millers Mill Rd, District 4
Board of Commissioners
The Henry County Board of Commissioners postponed two planned rezoning hearings and then moved through a consent agenda approving several contracts and grants. They accepted a $150,000 Kiwanis donation for new playgrounds, adopted the Comprehensive Parks & Recreation Master Plan, and approved a rezoning from C‑1 to C‑3 on Highway 19/41 with two conditions. Additional resolutions authorized funding for utility relocations, a HUD road resurfacing grant, and a DHS community services grant.
- Resolution approving $1,773,985 utility relocation for Rock Quarry Road widening (SPLOST)
- Resolution accepting $850,000 HUD Community Project Funding Grant for East Atlanta Road resurfacing
- Resolution authorizing $284,355 contract with Georgia DHS using the Community Services Block Grant
- Resolution awarding Bid #24-30 to Unique Portable Restrooms for $18,186 portable toilet rental services
- Resolution approving rezoning RZ-24-04 from C‑1 to C‑3 on Highway 19/41 with architecture review and car‑wash prohibition
Zoning Advisory Board
The Zoning Advisory Board will consider a rezoning application from Liberty Communities to change 80.09 acres at 883 Upper Woolsey Road from Residential‑Agricultural to Residential‑Suburban. It will also review a variance request for 0.528 acres at 3708 Royer Lane and three conditional‑use applications for group homes and a wrecker service at 782 Racetrack Road, 2063 Panola Road, and Fluid Drive. Additional agenda items include discussion of a comprehensive plan amendment and a unified land development code amendment.
- RZ-24-03: Rezoning of 80.09 acres at 883 Upper Woolsey Road (RA to RS) – Liberty Communities
- VR-24-07: Variance for 0.528 acres at 3708 Royer Lane – Kenya Price
- CU-24-03: Conditional use for a group home on 2.375 acres at 782 Racetrack Road – Angela Hannan
- CU-24-04: Conditional use for a group home on 5.76 acres at 2063 Panola Road – Angela Hannan
- CU-24-02: Conditional use for a wrecker service on 2.63 acres at Fluid Drive – Omar Yassien
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners decided on several equipment purchases and service contracts. Key actions included approving a multi-year lease for fire rescue vehicles and updating animal control fees.
- Lease for 7 fire vehicles (tankers, pumpers, and an aerial enforcer) totaling $10,854,137 over seven years
- Purchase of three 12-passenger buses for $352,598 using FTA Cares Act Grant
- L3Harris Radio System Maintenance Agreement renewal for $624,484
- Contract with Johnson Construction Group for $150,351 for police headquarters flooring
- Amendment to fees for Henry County Animal Care and Control
Board of Commissioners
The Henry County Board of Commissioners held a public hearing and adopted the 2024-2025 millage rate of 15.733 mills. The board approved the SPLOST VI project list, adding “new parks” to the Comprehensive Parks Master Plan recommendations. Commissioners approved an intergovernmental agreement with the cities for distribution of SPLOST VI proceeds. They also approved a resolution to call for a SPLOST VI referendum.
- Adoption of 2024-2025 millage rate (15.733 mills) after public hearing
- Approval of SPLOST VI project list with addition of “new parks”
- Approval of intergovernmental agreement with cities for SPLOST VI proceeds
- Approval of resolution calling for a SPLOST VI referendum
Board of Commissioners
The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved a $10,000 grant for safety items and a $165,210 supplemental agreement for the SR 81 Widening Project. The board also adopted an updated impact fee schedule and voted on a Stockbridge annexation request.
- Resolution 24-187: Accepts $10,000 ACCG grant for safety items
- Resolution 24-188: Approves $165,210 SR 81 Widening Project supplemental agreement
- Resolution 24-190: Adopts updated Impact Fee Schedule
- Ordinance 24-05: Amends fence regulations in Unified Land Development Code
- Resolution 24-189: Supports Stockbridge annexation of 2.62 acres on Holloway Road
Zoning Advisory Board
The Henry County Zoning Advisory Board is reviewing multiple rezoning and conditional use applications. These proposals include developments for single-family cluster homes, townhomes, and conservation subdivisions across various districts.
- Rezoning 3435 Jonesboro Road for a single-family cluster home development
- Rezoning 1356 Highway 155 South for a townhome development
- Rezoning at Old Kelleytown Road and Kibbee Road for a residential subdivision
- Rezoning 555 Pullin Road for a single-family residential subdivision