Henry County public meetings in 2025

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution to amend the year-end budget. The vote was 6-0.

• Resolution approving Year-End Budget Amendment (Resolution 25-397)
• Henry County Code of Conduct during public meetings
• Public in-person meeting at Henry County Administration Building

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved a $1.15 million contract for new roofs at five fire stations and authorized a $32 million intergovernmental agreement with the City of McDonough for utility relocation on State Route 81. The meeting also included resolutions for streetlight districts, police equipment upgrades, and various capital projects.

• Contract with RoofConnect for new membrane roofs at Fire Stations #7, #10, #11, #12, and #13 ($1,150,527)
• Intergovernmental Agreement with City of McDonough for SR 81 widening utility relocation ($32M County, $7.7M City)
• Resolution approving Taser 10 platform upgrade for Henry County Police Department ($303,144.32)
• Resolution approving new streetlight districts for Norman Estates, Trinity Park, Aspen Meadows, Quinn Residences, and Brighton subdivisions
• Resolution awarding bid for resurfacing East Atlanta Road to E.R. Snell Contractor, Inc. ($1,240,097.00)

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved a $1,240,097 contract for resurfacing East Atlanta Road in District 2. They also confirmed appointments to the Building & Facilities Authority and the District 4 Veteran’s Advisory Board, and approved several capital projects including a roof contract for fire stations, a Taser upgrade for the police department, and new streetlight districts in multiple subdivisions. The consent agenda, covering dozens of contracts and agreements, was adopted unanimously.

• Approved appointment of Building & Facilities Authority members (5-0-0)
• Approved appointment of District 4 Veteran’s Advisory Board member (5-0-0)
• Approved $1,150,527 roof contract for multiple fire stations (consent agenda)
• Approved $303,144.32 Taser 10 upgrade and training system for police department
• Approved $328,408.92 annual managed services contract for Avigilon camera system
• Approved new streetlight districts for Norman Estates, Trinity Park, Aspen Meadows, Quinn Residences, and Brighton subdivisions
• Approved $1,240,097 contract to resurface East Atlanta Road (District 2)
• Approved $681,436.44 countywide janitorial services contract (consent agenda)

Zoning Advisory Board

The Henry County Zoning Advisory Board will consider conditional use requests for an event facility and a place of worship. The board will also review a variance request for development standards and approve the 2026 meeting schedule.

• CU-25-06: Conditional use for an event facility at 645 New Morn Drive
• CU-25-03: Conditional use for a place of worship at 1609 Highway 155 N
• VR-25-05: Variance for development standards at 1990 Flippen Road
• Approval of the 2026 ZAB Meeting Schedule

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved a $441,527.50 contract for a new fountain at the McDonough Square and authorized SPLOST projects for road widening and utility relocation. The meeting also included the denial of a conditional use appeal and a discussion on animal tethering.

• Contract approved for new fountain at McDonough Square ($441,527.50)
• Resolution to approve Rock Quarry Road Widening relocation cost ($5,720,041.00)
• Resolution to approve Mill Road Widening utility relocation ($566,913.22)
• Denial of conditional use appeal at 585 Scarborough Road
• Discussion on ordinance amending animal tethering regulations

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved the three added walk‑on items—Fountain on the Square, City of Hampton annexation, and Data Center discussion—by a 6‑0‑0 vote. The remainder of the meeting featured presentations on the Airport District Master Plan, Transportation SPLOST updates, and a public safety overview, with no additional actions taken.

• Approved added walk‑on items (Fountain on the Square, City of Hampton annexation, Data Center discussion) (6-0-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests for residential projects. They will also consider a resolution regarding tax-exempt revenue bonds for an apartment project.

• Public hearing for RZ-24-09: rezoning 108.09 +/- acres at 1061 Pates Creek Road to R-5 for a single-family residential subdivision
• Public hearing for RZ-21-38: rezoning 21.379 +/- acres north of Highway 20/81 West at International Avenue to RM for multi-family apartments
• Resolution for the reissuance and extension of tax-exempt revenue bonds for Fairview Terrace, LP
• Withdrawal of Comprehensive Plan amendment COMP-AM-21-11 for property north of Highway 20/81 West at International Avenue

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved a partnership with KCG Development, LLC for affordable housing and settled a tax claim with Luxottica of America, Inc. The body also authorized several land acquisitions for the Jonesboro Road Widening Project and approved transit grants for elderly and disabled residents.

• Settlement with Luxottica of America, Inc. setting 2018 tax assessment at $38,669,444 and providing $50,000 for litigation costs
• Purchase of $219,225.33 in audio/visual equipment for the Locust Grove Event Center
• DHS Contract for FY 2026 for elderly and disabled transit in the amount of $420,789.89
• Com-Tech contract for $173,790.00 for data cabling at the Henry County Aquatic Center
• Rezoning of 108.49 acres south of Jonesboro Road and east of Hampton Shores Drive to R-3

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners considered and acted on several items, including a consent agenda, a tax‑appeal denial, and multiple resolutions. Commissioners approved the Connected Vehicle Technology Deployment Plan and accepted a $106,365 state grant for Functional Family Therapy. The board voted to modify zoning conditions for the Newberry Subdivision (96‑acre parcel north of Mount Carmel Road) and denied an ordinance to change front‑yard fence regulations.

• Resolution 25-321: Accept $106,365 grant for Functional Family Therapy (FY 26)
• Resolution 25-325: Approve Henry County Connected Vehicle Technology Deployment Plan
• Resolution 25-326: Approve zoning modification for Newberry Subdivision, 96 acres north of Mount Carmel Road
• Ordinance 25-9: Deny amendment to front‑yard fence regulations in the Unified Land Development Code
• Resolution 25-319: Approve 2026 Board of Commissioners holiday schedule

The Board adopted the Henry County Connected Vehicle Technology Deployment Plan (Resolution 25‑325) to expand CV technology countywide. The Board also approved several consent‑agenda items, including dissolving Henry First, Inc., the 2026 holiday schedule, a $106,365 grant for functional family therapy, internship grant agreements, and a right‑of‑way acquisition for the Jonesboro Road widening project. Commissioners denied a $1,765.40 tax‑refund request from Myke’s Café owner, voting 6‑0‑0.

• Approved Henry County Connected Vehicle Technology Deployment Plan (Resolution 25‑325)
• Approved dissolution of Henry First, Inc. (Resolution 25‑318)
• Approved 2026 Board of Commissioners holiday schedule (Resolution 25‑319)
• Approved memorandum of understanding with the Board of Regents (Resolution 25‑320)
• Accepted $106,365 State grant for Functional Family Therapy (Resolution 25‑321)
• Approved summer internship grant agreements with ACCG Civic Affairs Foundation (Resolution 25‑322)
• Authorized acquisition of right‑of‑way for Jonesboro Road widening, Parcel 45 (Resolution 25‑323)
• Denied $1,765.40 tax‑refund request for Myke’s Café (Resolution 25‑309) – vote 6‑0‑0

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved a $2 million budget amendment for the Jonesboro Road Widening project and a $1.997 million agreement for the Flippen Road Extension. The board also approved multiple rezoning requests and intergovernmental agreements with the school system.

• Resolution 25-310: Approves $2M SPLOST budget amendment for Jonesboro Road Widening
• Resolution 25-316: Approves Lennar rezoning to RM with conditions on house plans and sidewalks
• Resolution 25-314: Approves Pulte Group rezoning to R-2 (208.7 acres)
• Resolution 25-300 & 25-301: Approves agreements with Henry County Board of Education for crossing guards and stop arms
• Resolution 25-317: Extends countywide moratorium on zoning applications

The Henry County Board appointed Katy Bell to the Zoning Advisory Board and approved several consent‑agenda items, including reallocation of $198,000.62 of ARP‑FRF funds, a copier lease to Nova Technology Solutions, and intergovernmental agreements with the Board of Education for school crossing guards and a stop‑arm program. It also awarded an occupational medical services contract to Caduceus, USA, and authorized the acquisition of several right‑of‑way parcels for Jonesboro Road widening, plus a $790,270 utility relocation for Mill Road widening.

• Appointed Katy Bell to Zoning Advisory Board (6-0-0)
• Approved reallocation of $198,000.62 ARP‑FRF funds (Resolution #25-298)
• Awarded 60‑month multifunctional copier lease to Nova Technology Solutions (Resolution #25-299)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement with Board of Education for school crossing guards (Resolution #25-300)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement with Board of Education for Stop Arm (Resolution #25-301)
• Awarded occupational medical services contract to Caduceus, USA (Resolution #25-302)
• Authorized acquisition of multiple right‑of‑way parcels for Jonesboro Road widening (Resolutions #25-303 to #25-307)
• Approved $790,270 Georgia Power utility relocation for Mill Road widening (Resolution #25-308)

Zoning Advisory Board

The Henry County Zoning Advisory Board will discuss several conditional‑use requests for properties ranging from 0.57 to 13.8 acres, including a personal care home and multiple places of worship. A previously advertised conditional‑use request for a worship site at 1609 Highway 155 N has been postponed. The board will also hold a public hearing on rezoning request RZ‑25‑04, changing a 22.287‑acre parcel near Jonesboro and Chambers Roads from RA/OI to R‑5 for a horizontal multifamily development.

• Postponed conditional‑use request CU‑25‑03 for a place of worship at 1609 Highway 155 N (9.966 acres)
• Conditional‑use CU‑24‑11: personal care home at 585 Scarborough Road (0.573 acres)
• Conditional‑use CU‑25‑02: place of worship at 180 Berry Road (4.216 acres)
• Conditional‑use CU‑25‑05: church expansion at 4435 and 4441 Highway 155 (13.834 acres)
• Rezoning RZ‑25‑04 (public hearing): change 22.287‑acre parcel near Jonesboro & Chambers Roads from RA/OI to R‑5

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners met on September 3, 2025 to consider a series of resolutions and contracts. The board approved the Henry County Transportation Safety Action Plan, the Vision Zero Community Goal, and the Complete Streets Policy. It also approved several consent‑agenda items, including a $180,000 coroner services contract, $821,484 hazard‑mitigation grant for fire‑station generators, a $395,639 Heritage Park Bridge rehabilitation contract, and a $298,316 purchase of 80 Panasonic Toughbook laptops for the police department. In the SPLOST section the board adopted a $2,750,000 budget amendment and a $4,972,235.70 construction contract for Mill Road Widening, as well as design‑service awards for other road projects and approved a permit for the relocation of graves at Crystal Lake Golf and Country Club.

• Mill Road Widening construction contract to Ohmshiv Construction, LLC – $4,972,235.70 (SPLOST)
• Hazard Mitigation Grant Program funds for six fire‑station generators – $821,484 (Consent Agenda)
• Heritage Park Bridge rehabilitation contract with Prime Contractors, Inc. – $395,639.35 (Consent Agenda)
• Purchase of 80 Panasonic Toughbook laptops for the police department – $298,316 (Technology Services)
• Permit GR‑25‑01 for grave relocation at Crystal Lake Golf and Country Club (Planning & Zoning)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners held a second public hearing on the 2025‑2026 millage rate. No action was taken; the session was for presentation and public comment only. No members spoke during the hearing. The meeting will reconvene later for the third hearing and adoption of the rate.

• 2025‑2026 millage rate presentation by Tax Commissioner Michael Harris and Budget Director Bernita Campbell
• Second public hearing on the millage rate (no speakers)
• Announcement of August 19, 2025, 6:30 p.m. meeting for the third hearing and adoption

The Board reviewed the FY26 budget of $287,797,000, a 10.8% increase, and confirmed the county will keep the current millage rate of 15.733 mills. A public hearing was held with no comments from attendees. The final hearing to adopt the millage rate was scheduled for 6:30 p.m. that evening.

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved several capital expenditures, including a $468,676.16 contract with Prime Contractors, Inc. for a new pre‑engineered metal building for the County DOT. Additional approvals covered purchases of heavy equipment, playground equipment, a SPLOST project for Camp Creek Greenway, the 2025‑2026 millage rate, and IT hardware. All resolutions passed unanimously.

• Resolution #25-273: $468,676.16 contract with Prime Contractors, Inc. for a metal building (CIP funds)
• Resolution #25-274: $357,136.28 purchase of two HD110WT 4F Hydra Digs from Wespro JCB (CIP bond funds)
• Resolution #25-275: $231,600.00 purchase of two 100C-2 T4 Mini Excavators from Wespro JCB (CIP bond funds)
• Resolution #25-277: $622,457.79 purchase of playground equipment for J.P. Moseley Park (SPLOST V funds)
• Resolution #25-279: Adoption of 2025‑2026 millage rate at 15.733

The Henry County Board approved a $622,457.79 purchase of playground equipment and rubber surfacing for J.P. Moseley Park. It also approved a $468,676.16 contract for a new metal building, a $357,136.28 purchase of two Hydrodig machines, and a $231,600 purchase of two mini excavators for the County DOT. Commissioners voted to object a proposed annexation by the City of Hampton, and they approved a Project Framework Agreement for the Camp Creek Greenway Trail.

• Approved $468,676.16 contract for metal building (6-0-0)
• Approved $357,136.28 purchase of two Hydrodig machines (6-0-0)
• Approved $231,600 purchase of two mini excavators (6-0-0)
• Objected to City of Hampton annexation request (6-0-0)
• Approved $622,457.79 playground equipment and rubber surface for J.P. Moseley Park (6-0-0)
• Approved Camp Creek Greenway Project Framework Agreement (6-0-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners held a presentation and public hearing on the 2025‑2026 millage rate, with no action taken. Tax Commissioner Michael Harris and Budget Director Bernita Campbell presented the proposal. The board announced a second public hearing on August 19, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. and a third hearing with adoption on August 19, 2025 at 6:30 p.m.

• 1st public hearing on 2025‑2026 millage rate (presentation only, no action)
• Presentation by Tax Commissioner Michael Harris and Budget Director Bernita Campbell
• Second public hearing scheduled for August 19, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.
• Third public hearing and adoption scheduled for August 19, 2025 at 6:30 p.m.

The Henry County Board of Commissioners presented the FY2026 budget and millage rate information. No public comments were received during the public hearing, and no votes or approvals were recorded. The board scheduled a second public hearing on August 19, 2025, and a third hearing with adoption of the millage rate later that day.

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda that included multiple contracts and resolutions, and then moved to regular agenda items. They adopted a $1,393,394.72 contract to replace the membrane roofing, gutters, and downspouts at Fairview Recreation Center. Additional actions included approving a CDBG program plan, several facilities‑maintenance contracts, and SPLOST design awards. All motions passed unanimously.

• $51,700 purchase of a 2024 Ford F250 4x4 for the County Transportation Department (Resolution #25-248)
• $392,955.43 contract for a new pre‑engineered metal building for Facilities Maintenance (Resolution #25-249)
• $1,393,394.72 roof, gutter and downspout replacement at Fairview Recreation Center (Resolution #25-263)
• $818,000 design services award for Dailey Mill Road bridge replacement (Resolution #25-268)
• $1,057,281.43 36‑month body‑worn camera contract for the Henry County Police Department (Resolution #25-259)

The Board approved the consent agenda, which included dozens of contracts and resolutions, with a unanimous 6‑0‑0 vote. They also approved the FY2025‑2029 Community Development Block Grant Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan, also 6‑0‑0. Additionally, the Board adopted several facilities contracts, notably a $1.393 M roof repair for Fairview Recreation Center and multiple HVAC and body‑camera contracts, each passing 6‑0‑0.

• Approved consent agenda covering multiple items (6-0-0)
• Approved FY2025‑2029 CDBG Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan (6-0-0)
• Approved $1.393 M roof repair contract for Fairview Recreation Center (6-0-0)
• Approved $1,035,714.30 HVAC and building automation contract for Henry County Jail and Heritage Senior Center (6-0-0)
• Approved $1,032,551.76 HVAC and building automation contract for Locust Grove Event Center and Fairview Recreation Center (6-0-0)
• Approved $80,823.68 body‑worn camera contract for Henry County Fire Department (6-0-0)
• Approved $1,057,281.43 body‑worn camera contract for Henry County Police Department (6-0-0)
• Approved $298,461.00 detention pond retrofit contract for North Mount Carmel Park (6-0-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners met with city representatives to discuss the Floating Local Option Sales Tax (FLOST). The meeting included presentations from the Association County Commissioners of Georgia, the Georgia Municipal Association, and Rochester DCCM.

• Presentation by Association County Commissioners of Georgia (ACCG)
• Presentation by Georgia Municipal Association (GMA)
• FLOST Referendum presentation by Rochester DCCM

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hear a presentation of the county’s Strategic Plan by Hannah Lee, Senior Manager with K.L. Scott and Associates, LLC. After the presentation, the Office of the County Manager will field questions and outline next steps. The meeting also includes announcements of upcoming regularly‑scheduled Board of Commissioners meetings.

• Strategic Plan presentation – presenter: Hannah Lee, Senior Manager, K.L. Scott and Associates, LLC
• Questions/Answers and next‑steps session – presenters: Office of the County Manager
• Announcement: July 15, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. – regular BOC meeting
• Announcement: August 5, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. – regular BOC meeting
• Announcement: August 19, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. – regular BOC meeting

The July 15 meeting featured a presentation on the 2045 Strategic Plan update and community feedback. Commissioners expressed support and identified priorities, but no motions, approvals, or votes were recorded. The next draft of the plan is scheduled for internal review in August 2025.

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved several contracts and resolutions, including a $5,498,675 award to Meja Construction for a Satellite Tag Office and multiple road design contracts funded by SPLOST. Commissioners also appointed Pamela Delancy to the Board of Health and approved a $266,364.59 roofing contract for Fire Station #4. A rezoning request by NexMetro Development for Foster Drive was approved by a 5‑1‑0 vote. The meeting also included routine consent agenda items and public notices.

• Appointment of Pamela Delancy to the Board of Health (Resolution #25-227)
• Contract award to RoofConnect National Roofing Services for Fire Station #4 roofing, $266,364.59 (Resolution #25-228)
• $5,498,675 construction contract for a Satellite Tag Office awarded to Meja Construction (Resolution #25-242)
• Approval of rezoning RZ-24-28 for NexMetro Development on Foster Drive, 5‑1‑0 vote (Resolution #25-246)
• Allocation of $2,000 from U.S. Secret Service to Police Cyber Fraud Task Force (Resolution #25-229)

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved a budget amendment and awarded a contract to Meja Construction for a new satellite tag office in Locust Grove, valued at $5,498,675.00. They also approved a memorandum of understanding with the Henry County Board of Education for the School Resource Officer program. Additional approvals included contracts for roofing at Fire Station #4, technology services, DOT equipment purchases, and park concession facilities. All motions carried unanimously with a 6‑0‑0 vote.

• Approved $5,498,675.00 satellite tag office construction contract (6-0-0) – Resolution #25-242
• Approved MOU for School Resource Officer program (6-0-0) – Resolution #25-234
• Approved $266,364.59 roof replacement contract for Fire Station #4 (6-0-0) – Resolution #25-228
• Approved $226,646.00 contract with Tyler Technologies for time clocks (6-0-0) – Resolution #25-232
• Approved purchase of four John Deere tractors and four Bush Hog attachments for $496,374.19 (6-0-0) – Resolution #25-235
• Approved purchase of concession/restroom facility at Cochran Park for $290,457.87 (6-0-0) – Resolution #25-240
• Approved termination of Ryde Grading Inc. contract for Knight Drive construction (6-0-0) – Resolution #25-231
• Appointed Pamela Delancy to Board of Health (6-0-0) – Resolution #25-227

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved several high-cost infrastructure projects and a large-scale mixed-use development agreement. The body also authorized the purchase of emergency vehicles and design services for road widening and intersection improvements.

• Contract with Prime Contractors, Inc. for Judicial Annex Building renovation: $9,244,901.10
• Purchase of fire pumper, aerial, and ambulance for Fire Station No. 18: $3,479,680
• Design services for Hampton-Locust Grove Road Widening: $3,993,660
• Development Agreement for The Grove mixed-use development (1,277.621 +/- acres)
• Design services for Peeksville Road and Racetrack Road intersections: $250,000 and $335,000

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved the consent agenda unanimously. They voted 5‑1‑0 to approve a $9,244,901.10 contract with Prime Contractors, Inc. for renovation and expansion of the Judicial Annex Building. They also approved several SPLOST‑funded design and equipment purchases, each with unanimous support.

• Approved Consent Agenda (6-0-0)
• Approved Judicial Annex Building renovation contract $9,244,901.10 (5-1-0)
• Approved purchase of fire apparatus for Station No. 18 totaling $3,479,680 (6-0-0)
• Approved design services award to NV5 Engineers for Hampton‑Locust Grove Road widening $3,993,660 (6-0-0)
• Approved design services award to Croy Engineering for Peeksville Road intersection $250,000 (6-0-0)
• Approved design services award to Croy Engineering for Racetrack Road intersection $335,000 (6-0-0)
• Approved acceptance of $10,000 ACCG grant for HR and Risk Management (6-0-0)
• Approved surplus and disposal of furniture and equipment (6-0-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved several major infrastructure contracts and road resurfacing projects. The body also appointed a new member to the Board of Tax Assessors and updated animal control ordinances.

• Bid award of $35,297,995.00 to Wilson Construction Management for Rock Quarry Road Widening
• Bid award of $11,945,557.75 to Blount Construction Company for resurfacing various roads
• Appointment of Irvin K. Culpepper, Jr. to the Henry County Board of Tax Assessors
• Ordinance requiring the microchipping of impounded animals
• Resolution accepting $3,000.00 from the U.S. Secret Service for a Cyber Fraud Task Force lab

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved a series of resolutions authorizing right‑of‑way and easement acquisitions for the Jonesboro Road widening project. It also accepted a $3,000 allocation from the U.S. Secret Service for the police cyber‑fraud task force, and approved contributions of $83,842 and $409,054 of fixed assets to the Henry County Water Authority for a recreation center and an aquatic center. Additionally, the board appointed a new member to the Henry County Board of Tax Assessors.

• Approved $3,000 allocation from U.S. Secret Service to Police Department (Resolution #25-200)
• Approved $83,842 fixed‑asset contribution to HCWA for N. Mt. Carmel Park Recreation Center (Resolution #25-201)
• Approved $409,054 fixed‑asset contribution to HCWA for Henry County Aquatic Center (Resolution #25-202)
• Authorized acquisition of right‑of‑way and easements for Bill Gardner Parkway Widening (Resolution #25-203)
• Authorized acquisition of right‑of‑way and easements for SR 81 Parcel 23 (Resolution #25-204)
• Authorized acquisition of right‑of‑way and easements for Jonesboro Road Widening Parcel 3 (Resolution #25-205)
• Authorized acquisition of right‑of‑way and easements for Jonesboro Road Widening Parcel 10 (Resolution #25-206)
• Authorized acquisition of right‑of‑way and easements for Jonesboro Road Widening Parcel 40 (Resolution #25-207)

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved several SPLOST contracts, including a $13,951,706 road resurfacing project, a $584,717 disc‑golf course at Bud Kelley Park, a $494,880 design contract for the Keys Ferry Extension, and a $2,134,590 Henry Parkway Connector improvement. The board also approved an annexation request for 71.603 acres on Peeksville Road and adopted a technology maintenance agreement worth $124,123.32 per year for five years. A planning and zoning hearing on a Jonesboro Road property was postponed, and the consent agenda was approved unanimously.

• Resolution authorizing $13,951,706 road resurfacing contract with E.R. Snell Contractor, Inc. (SPLOST VI, District 1 & 5)
• Resolution awarding $584,717 contract to J.R. Bowman Construction for a new disc‑golf course at Bud Kelley Park
• Resolution awarding $494,880 design services contract to Heath and Lineback Engineers for Keys Ferry Extension
• Resolution authorizing $2,134,590.10 construction contract for Henry Parkway Connector Intersection Improvement
• Annexation request for 71.603 acres at 1117, 1141, 158, and 1170 Peeksville Road in District 1

The Board adopted Resolution #25-188 authorizing a revenue bond for the Henry County Building and Facilities Authority. It also approved Resolution #25-189 awarding moving‑services contracts to G & C Lawncare LLC and Nature Transportation LLC. Resolution #25-190 authorized a mutual‑aid agreement between Henry County Fire Rescue and Rockdale County. A resolution reappointing Deputy Chief Billy Petite was also approved.

• Approved revenue bond issuance for Henry County Building and Facilities Authority (Resolution #25-188)
• Awarded moving services contract to G & C Lawncare LLC and Nature Transportation LLC (Resolution #25-189)
• Authorized automatic and mutual aid agreement with Rockdale County Fire Rescue (Resolution #25-190)
• Reappointed Deputy Chief Billy Petite (Resolution #25-191)

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Elections & Voter Registration Committee is meeting to consider nominations and approve the appointment of an At-Large member to the Board. This special called meeting is scheduled for 5:00 PM on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at the Henry County Administration Building. No other agenda items are listed.

• Accept nominations for At-Large Member of the Henry County Board of Elections & Voter Registration
• Resolution approving At-Large Member appointment to the Henry County Board of Elections & Voter Registration

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved the FY 2026 proposed budget and a series of infrastructure and development items. They adopted a $3,165,226.74 GDOT grant application, approved a $344,180 design‑services contract, and voted on multiple rezoning requests. The board also objected to a 24.995‑acre annexation request from the City of Stockbridge.

• Adoption of FY 2026 proposed budget (Resolution #25-181)
• Authorization of $3,165,226.74 GDOT Local Maintenance & Improvement Grant (Resolution #25-182)
• Approval of $344,180 design services bid for Mount Carmel Road improvement (Resolution #25-183)
• Rezoning of 115.08‑acre property to Mixed Use (Resolution #25-184)
• Objection to annexation of 24.995 acres west of Feucht Drive (Resolution #25-180)

The Board approved the library funding resolution with a 5-1-0 vote. It also voted 6-0-0 to object to the City of Stockbridge's annexation request. All three appointments to advisory boards were confirmed unanimously, and the consent agenda—including a $30,000 grant and SPLOST easement authorizations—was approved unanimously.

• Approved library funding resolution (5-1-0) Resolution #25-181
• Objected to Stockbridge annexation request (6-0-0) Resolution #25-180
• Approved appointment of Willie Brown to District I Veterans Advisory Board (6-0-0) Resolution #25-176
• Approved appointment of Anne Fields to District IV Transportation Advisory Committee (6-0-0) Resolution #25-175
• Approved appointment of Judge Vincent A. Lotti to McIntosh Trail Community Service Board (6-0-0) Resolution #25-177
• Approved consent agenda, including $30,000 grant for Village United Park (6-0-0) Resolution #25-178
• Approved consent agenda, authorizing SPLOST easement acquisitions for SR 81 widening (6-0-0) Resolution #25-179

Zoning Advisory Board

The Henry County Zoning Advisory Board will review several land use requests, including a variance for accessory structures at 4304 Rolfe Court, two conditional use applications for a group home on Panola Road and a personal care home on Scarborough Road, and a rezoning of 35.97 acres on Foster Drive from Residential‑Agricultural to Multifamily Residential. A previously withdrawn comprehensive plan amendment for 1099 Airline Road will not be heard. The board will also discuss other rezoning and comprehensive plan amendment items listed in the agenda.

• VR-25-01: Variance request for accessory structures at 4304 Rolfe Court (0.322 acres)
• CU-24-04: Conditional use request for a group home at 2063 Panola Road (5.76 acres)
• CU-24-11: Conditional use request for a non‑home occupational personal care home at 585 Scarborough Road (0.543 acres)
• RZ-24-28: Rezoning request for 247, 335, and 343 Foster Drive (35.97 acres) from RA to RM for a cluster home development
• RZ-24-18: Rezoning request for 1099 Airline Road (1.605 acres) from RA to MU for commercial office

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners met on May 6, 2025 to consider a series of resolutions and contract approvals. Highlights included approving a $15,861,270 contract with C.W. Matthews for resurfacing County roads in districts 1‑5, and a $900,000 GDOT limited‑participation contract for a MALSR lighting system at the Atlanta Speedway Airport with a $300,000 local match from SPLOST VI. The board also adopted street‑light district resolutions, a $2,775,400 design award for Oak Grove Road widening, a rezoning request for 8 Old South Ola Road, and a transit pilot route for the Henry Connect service.

• $15,861,270 road resurfacing contract with C.W. Matthews for districts 1‑5 (SPLOST VI)
• $900,000 GDOT Limited Participation Contract for MALSR lighting at Atlanta Speedway Airport, with $300,000 local SPLOST VI match
• $2,775,400 design services award to Kimley‑Horn for Oak Grove Road widening (District 4, SPLOST VI)
• Resolution approving new street‑light districts for Estates at Anderson Point (McGarity Road) and Kingston (Bill Gardner Parkway) subdivisions
• Rezoning request RZ‑24‑30 to change 8 Old South Ola Road from Residential‑Agricultural to Neighborhood Commercial (C‑1)

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved several major contracts, including a $15,861,270 award to C.W. Matthews for resurfacing 21 miles of county roads and a $900,000 GDOT contract for a medium‑intensity approach lighting system at the Atlanta Speedway Airport with a $300,000 local match. Additional approvals covered design services for Bill Gardner Parkway ($182,800) and Oak Grove Road widening ($2,775,400), senior services funding ($167,076), and stream‑credit funding for Fairview Road sidewalks ($307,800). All motions carried unanimously (6‑0‑0).

• Approved $15,861,270 bid award to C.W. Matthews for resurfacing 21 miles of county roads (6-0-0) – Resolution #25-166
• Approved $900,000 GDOT limited participation contract for airport MALSR lighting, with $300,000 local match from SPLOST VI (6-0-0) – Resolution #25-164
• Approved $182,800 supplemental design agreement for Bill Gardner Parkway (6-0-0) – Resolution #25-165
• Approved $2,775,400 design services contract for Oak Grove Road widening (6-0-0) – Resolution #25-167
• Approved $167,076 contract with Georgia DHS using CSBG for low‑income seniors (6-0-0) – Resolution #25-160
• Approved $307,800 stream‑credit funding for Fairview Road sidewalks (6-0-0) – Resolution #25-163
• Approved four streetlight district requests for Estates at Anderson Point, Kingston, Broder Farms, and Walker Terrace (6-0-0) – Resolutions #25-155 to #25-158
• Approved consent agenda items including animal control donations, TEFRA public hearing, uniform contract, and fire rescue grant (6-0-0) – Resolutions #25-151 to #25-154

Board of Commissioners

The Board held a budget workshop to present the second FY 2026 budget proposal. Commissioners moved to enter an executive session on personnel matters and later approved related affidavits and resolutions, each vote passing 5‑0‑0. The meeting adjourned at 5:47 p.m.

• Second FY 2026 budget presentation by Bernita Campbell
• Motion to enter executive session (personnel) – passed 5‑0‑0
• Motion to approve affidavit and resolution for executive session – passed 5‑0‑0
• Motion to approve additional affidavit and resolution – passed 5‑0‑0

The Henry County Board of Commissioners voted 5-0-0 to enter an executive session at 4:25 p.m. They later voted 5-0-0 to reconvene at 5:45 p.m. and again 5-0-0 to approve the affidavit and resolution arising from that session. No other substantive actions, such as budget approvals, were taken.

• Entered executive session (motion carried 5-0-0)
• Reconvened from executive session (motion carried 5-0-0)
• Approved affidavit and resolution from executive session (motion carried 5-0-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved a moratorium on residential rezoning and conservation subdivision applications through October 12, 2025, to align the zoning code with the 2045 Comprehensive Plan. The board also approved several road widening design contracts and property acquisitions for infrastructure projects.

• 180-day moratorium on residential rezoning and conservation subdivision applications (Ordinance #25-6)
• Awarded $967,269.00 to Transystems for Willow Lane Widening design services
• Approved rezoning of 21.50 acres at Jonesboro Road and Chambers Road for a townhome development
• Contract with Atlanta Motor Speedway, LLC for annual events at a rate of $238,000
• Awarded RFQ 25-35 to Roadway Asset Services, LLC for a Pavement Management Program Study ($29,950 lump sum plus $197 per mile)

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved a series of resolutions, including a $300,000 Freight Cluster Plan Grant request with a $75,000 local match and a $967,269 design services award for the Willow Lane widening project. The board also approved a property exchange MOU with the City of Hampton, a pavement‑management study contract, speed humps in Fairfield Lakes, a $50,000 emergency‑management grant, the updated hazard‑mitigation plan, and an E‑911 communications MOU. All items on the consent agenda were adopted by a 5‑0‑0 vote.

• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with City of Hampton for property exchange (Resolution #25-133) – consent agenda (5-0-0)
• Approved award to Roadway Asset Services, LLC for Pavement Management Program Study (Resolution #25-134) – consent agenda (5-0-0)
• Approved speed humps in Fairfield Lakes Subdivision (Resolution #25-135) – consent agenda (5-0-0)
• Accepted $50,000 FY2024 Emergency Management Performance Grant (Resolution #25-136) – consent agenda (5-0-0)
• Adopted Updated 2024‑2029 Hazard Mitigation Plan (Resolution #25-137) – consent agenda (5-0-0)
• Approved E‑911 Memorandum of Understanding with Rockdale (Resolution #25-138) – consent agenda (5-0-0)
• Approved $300,000 Freight Cluster Plan Grant request with $75,000 local match (Resolution #25-147) – regular agenda (5-0-0)
• Approved award for Willow Lane widening design services to Transystems for $967,269 (Resolution #25-149) – regular agenda (5-0-0)

Zoning Advisory Board

The Henry County Zoning Advisory Board will approve minutes from prior meetings and consider several land use items. Staff will present postponed applications, including a Comprehensive Plan amendment for 1099 Airline Road and a front‑yard fence ordinance amendment. The board will review variances, rezoning requests, and a conditional use for large residential projects.

• RZ-24-15: Lennar requests rezoning of 54.56 acres on Willow Lane (Land Lots 97 & 128, 7th District) from RA/MU to RM for townhome and detached single‑family development.
• COMP-AM-24-04: J&P Synergy seeks to amend the Comprehensive Plan for 1.605 acres at 1099 Airline Road (Land Lot 74, 7th District) from Commercial to Low Density Mixed Use.
• ULDC-AM-25-01: Ordinance amendment by Peter Nwaizuzu to change Chapter 7 of the Unified Land Development Code regarding front yard fence regulations, countywide.
• RZ-24-09: Hybrass Properties requests rezoning of 108.09 acres south of Pates Creek Road (Land Lots 73, 74, 87, 6th District) from RA/R‑3 to R‑5 for a single‑family subdivision.
• VR-24-13: Thomas Stayer requests a variance for 1.7 acres at 160 Pintail Way (Land Lot 212, 2nd District) for relief from accessory setback standards.

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved several resolutions, including a consent agenda covering a water authority MOU, a lease with the Georgia Department of Driver Services, surplus disposal, mulch contracts, and a $154,500 drainage improvement at Stokes Drive. On the regular agenda they awarded an architectural services contract, adopted employee benefit and medical insurance plans for 2025‑2026, approved a $160,705.67 Central Georgia EMC relocation cost, and approved the $586,935.85 purchase of playground equipment and poured rubber surface for N. Mt. Carmel Park. They also denied a taxpayer’s appeal of penalties and interest. All motions passed unanimously.

• Resolution approving $154,500 drainage improvements at Stokes Drive (Stormwater)
• Resolution approving $586,935.85 purchase of playground equipment and poured rubber surface for N. Mt. Carmel Park
• Resolution approving $160,705.67 Central Georgia EMC relocation cost for Burg Road (SPLOST V funds)
• Resolution awarding mulch contracts to Preferred Mulch, LLC and Swift Straw, LLC (no fixed dollar amount)
• Resolution approving Henry County employee benefit and medical insurance plans for 2025‑2026

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved an executive session and a series of consent‑agenda items, including a memorandum with the water authority, a lease with the Georgia Department of Driver Services, and several procurement contracts. Regular‑agenda resolutions were also adopted, authorizing on‑call architectural design services, adding biometric‑screening language to the employee benefits plan, funding a utility relocation for Burg Road, and approving a new playground and poured‑rubber surface at North Mount Carmel Park. All motions carried unanimously with a 6‑0‑0 vote.

• Approved executive session motion (6-0-0)
• Approved MOU with Henry County Water Authority (Resolution #25-121, 6-0-0)
• Approved lease agreement with Georgia Department of Driver Services (Resolution #25-122, 6-0-0)
• Approved stormwater bid for Drainage Improvements at Stokes Drive – $154,500 (Resolution #25-127, 6-0-0)
• Approved on‑call architectural design and engineering services contract (Resolution #25-128, 6-0-0)
• Approved employee benefit and medical insurance plan with added biometric‑screening language (Resolution #25-129, 6-0-0)
• Approved utility relocation for Central Georgia EMC at Burg Road – $160,705.67 (Resolution #25-130, 6-0-0)
• Approved playground equipment and poured‑rubber surface for North Mount Carmel Park – $586,935.85 (Resolution #25-131, 6-0-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners held a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the Unified Land Development Code (ULDC‑AM‑24‑03) presented by Henry County Land Company, LLC. Commissioners voted on the amendment, with a 4‑1‑1 vote (Chair Harrell, Vice Chair Robinson, Commissioners Anglyn and Lewis in favor; Commissioner Wilson opposed; Commissioner Price recused). The Board also heard a rezoning request (RZ‑24‑27) for a 1,277‑acre parcel on Highway 19/41 North, seeking to change several zones to mixed‑use. Commissioners approved the rezoning with conditions that include a 10% rental cap and a reduction of at least 1,000 multifamily units.

• ULDC‑AM‑24‑03 amendment to the Unified Land Development Code (public hearing)
• Ordinance #25‑4 associated with the ULDC amendment
• RZ‑24‑27 rezoning of 1,277‑acre property on Highway 19/41 North to mixed‑use
• Rezoning conditions: 10% rental cap and reduce multifamily homes by at least 1,000
• Vote outcomes: ULDC amendment approved 4‑1‑1; rezoning approved with conditions

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved its consent agenda, including a $346,068 curb and gutter contract and a $2.2 million fire‑pumper purchase. Commissioners adopted a 30‑day moratorium on new residential rezoning and conditional‑use applications. The board also approved design services for SR 81 Road Widening (Phase II) and two Stockbridge annexation requests.

• Resolution awarding bid #25-42 for curb & gutter at N. Mt. Carmel Park – $346,068
• Resolution for emergency purchase of two Stock Saber Pumpers – $2,200,000
• 30‑day moratorium on residential rezoning applications (walk‑on item)
• Resolution approving design services for SR 81 Road Widening (Phase II)
• Annexation request for 2251 Highway 42 North (≈3.6 acres) by City of Stockbridge

Zoning Advisory Board

The Zoning Advisory Board will consider several land‑use requests, including a rezoning of a 22.19‑acre property north of Highway 20/81 West to residential multifamily for a townhome project. It will also hear two conditional‑use applications: a group home on 5.76 acre at 2063 Panola Road and a single‑family conservation subdivision on 144.18 acre on New Hope Road. Additional items include a withdrawn variance for North Ola Land Holdings and a comprehensive‑plan amendment for DR Horton.

• RZ‑24‑19: Arrowhead Real Estate Partners seeks rezoning from C‑3 (Highway Commercial) to RM (Residential Multifamily) for 22.19 acre townhome development north of Highway 20/81 West (District 5).
• CU‑24‑04: Angela Hannan requests a conditional use for a group home on 5.76 acre at 2063 Panola Road (District 2).
• CU‑24‑10: A1 Home Builders, Inc. requests a conditional use for a single‑family residential conservation subdivision on 144.18 acre on New Hope Road (District 1).
• VR‑23‑20: North Ola Land Holdings’ variance request for relief from Highway Corridor Overlay District on 115.08 acre northwest of Highway 81 and North Ola Road was withdrawn by the applicant.
• COMP‑AM‑25‑01: DR Horton requests a comprehensive‑plan amendment to change Future Land Use Map designation from Medium Density Suburban Residential to Low Density Suburban Residential for 110.885 acre south of Mount Carmel Road (District 5).

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved a multi‑part airport runway pavement rehabilitation contract totaling over $6 million, including a $2,146,100 award to C.W. Matthews Contracting Co. and additional state and local funding. The board also accepted a $40,550 grant for the Sheriff's Office, denied a property‑tax refund request, and approved a $136,646 utility‑installation cost for SR 81 widening under the TSPLOST. Additional actions included adopting an amendment to the county’s Defined Benefit Plan for employees.

• Resolution #25-103: Airport Runway Pavement Rehabilitation contract to C.W. Matthews Contracting Co. for $2,146,100, plus $102,342.98 task order, $3,000,000 GDOT contract, and $1,000,000 local match.
• Resolution #25-104: Acceptance of a $40,550 State Criminal Alien Assistance Program award for the Sheriff’s Office.
• Resolution #25-105: Denial of a property‑tax refund to Armen Najarian for 2023‑2024 penalties and interest.
• Resolution #25-106: Approval of $136,646 for Georgia Power utility installation for SR 81 widening (TSPLOST).
• Resolution #25-109: Adoption of Amendment #11 to the Georgia Defined Benefit Plan for Henry County employees.

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved a series of resolutions, including the acceptance of $6.25 million in federal transportation funds and contracts for solid‑waste removal and police body‑armor services. Commissioners also adopted an ordinance amending alarm‑system codes and approved street‑light districts for the Westwind and Cooper Park subdivisions. A walk‑on item enacted a moratorium on rezoning and large‑scale development in the Kelleytown area. Several court‑related resolutions authorized grant applications for various treatment courts.

• Resolution #25-95 – Acceptance of $6.25 million federal funds for transportation projects (Atlanta Regional Commission).
• Resolution #25-80 – Award of solid‑waste removal contract to S&B Rolloff, Inc. at $18,435 per month.
• Ordinance 25-2 – Amendment to the alarm‑system sections of the Henry County Code of Ordinances.
• Resolutions #25-81 and #25-82 – Approval of new street‑light districts for Westwind (Phase 1) and Cooper Park (Phases 1 & 2) subdivisions.
• Ordinance 25-3 – Moratorium on rezoning, comprehensive‑plan amendments, and large‑acre residential development in Kelleytown.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners denied an annexation request for 11.84 acres south of McGarity Road and east of Tomlinson Street. The board also approved a partnership with the Tony Hawk Foundation for skate parks and several new streetlight districts.

• Denied annexation of 11.84 +/- acres south of McGarity Road and east of Tomlinson Street
• Approved $215,210 grant from Criminal Justice Coordinating Council for Behavioral Health Deflection Program
• Authorized transitional fee up to $34,500 for legal services
• Approved partnership with Tony Hawk Foundation for skate parks
• Approved new streetlight districts for subdivisions on Louis Drive, Dutchtown Road, Jonesboro Road, and East Lake Parkway

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners will hold a three‑day retreat to discuss the county’s strategic plan, review capital project status, receive updates on SPLOST and TSPLOST funding, and consider the mid‑year budget. Presentations will be given by internal staff and guest speakers from neighboring jurisdictions and consulting firms. The agenda lists informational sessions; no formal votes are indicated.

• Strategic Plan Vision presentation (Day 1)
• Planning and Zoning Wayfinding Signage presentation (Day 1)
• Capital Project Updates (Day 2)
• SPLOST and TSPLOST Update (Day 2)
• Mid-Year Budget presentation (Day 3)

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved a series of resolutions, including a SPLOST V purchase of shade structures for the Aquatic Center outdoor water park. Other items included contracts for broadband data for public‑safety radios, backup equipment for Technology Services, and multiple deannexation requests from the City of Stockbridge. The board also adopted streetlight district resolutions for new subdivisions and updated the list of roadways for speed‑detection devices.

• Resolution #25-58: Approve $493,409.23 purchase of shade structures for the Aquatic Center water park (SPLOST V funds).
• Resolution #25-55: Approve purchase and maintenance of backup solution equipment from Surelock for $199,964.00.
• Resolution #25-50: Approve $109,780.00 annual broadband data purchase for LTE public‑safety radios (E‑911 fund).
• Resolutions #25-45‑#25-49: Approve deannexation requests from the City of Stockbridge for eight properties (9.053 acres) and additional properties totaling about 9.65 acres.
• Resolutions #25-51 and #25-52: Approve new streetlight districts for Kendall Grove (Willow Lane) and Grandview (Millers Mill Road) subdivisions.

Zoning Advisory Board

The Zoning Advisory Board will consider an amendment to the Unified Land Development Code concerning development agreements. It will review several rezoning applications, including a 1,277.621‑acre master‑planned mixed‑use project on Highway 19/41 and a 43.78‑acre townhome development south of Anvil Block Road. The board will also hear variance requests for three parcels on Galway Lane and conditional‑use applications for a group home (postponed) and a commercial kennel.

• ULDC-AM-24-03: amendment to the Unified Land Development Code for development agreements (countywide).
• RZ-24-27: rezoning of 1,277.621‑acre property on Highway 19/41 to Mixed Use (District 5).
• RZ-24-17: rezoning of 43.78‑acre property south of Anvil Block Road to Multifamily Residential (District 2).
• Variance requests (VR-24-14, VR-24-15, VR-24-16) for three Galway Lane parcels (0.405, 0.306, 0.279 acres) (District 1).
• CU-24-08: conditional use for a 121.888‑acre commercial kennel at 712 L G Griffin Road (District 1).

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution to accept a settlement with Target Corporation related to the national opioid lawsuit. They also authorized the acquisition of about 48.3 acres of property for $1,160,000 using parks and green‑space impact fees. Additional actions included contracts for park Wi‑Fi, playground equipment, new streetlight districts, and termination of the legal services contract with Squire Patton Boggs.

• Resolution #25-32: Accept settlement with Target Corporation (opioid litigation)
• Resolution #25-34: Acquire 48.3 acres of land for $1,160,000 (parks impact fees)
• Resolution #25-17: Approve park Wi‑Fi project, $487,928 (ARPA funds)
• Resolution #25-18: Purchase playground equipment and rubber surfacing for Cochran Park, $138,429.46
• Resolution #25-31: Terminate contract with Squire Patton Boggs for legal services

Board of Commissioners

The Henry County Board of Commissioners appointed members to the Henry County Water Authority and the Henry County Development Authority during a joint meeting with the Board of Elections. The appointments were approved by a 6-0 vote.

• Appointments to Henry County Water Authority (2-year terms)
• Appointments to Henry County Development Authority (4-year terms)
• Joint meeting with Board of Elections & Voter Registration
• Discussion of Henry County Code Section 3-2-57 regarding elections
• Ordinance amendment for Board of Elections tabled for January 21, 2025