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Lumpkin CountyGA averageUS Census ACS
Population
33,931
Per-capita income
$36,037
Median home value
$277,200
Bachelor's or higher
32%
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🗳️ Election results (5 races)
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Mayor 2025-11-04
Sam Norton ✓ 600
City Council 2025-11-04
Ryan Reagin ✓ 565 · Ross Shirley ✓ 561 · Tony Owens ✓ 434 · Thomas Gordineer 204
County Commission Chairperson 2024-11-05
Chris Dockery (I) ✓ 15,391
County Commission - District 2 2024-11-05
Bobby Mayfield (I) ✓ 15,567
County Commission - District 1 2024-11-05
Tucker Greene (I) ✓ 15,387

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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 09:00

Board of Assessors

99 Courthouse Hill, Dahlonega
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 17:00

Land Use & Development Regulations Review Committee

Committee to review subdivision classes and multi-family housing rules

The Land Use & Development Regulations Review Committee is meeting to approve the previous meeting's minutes and to review specific sections of Chapter 26 of the Land Development code, including Class V and Class VI subdivision classes and Article XXI on multi-family housing. Public comments will be heard. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

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342 Courthouse Hill, Dahlonega
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LUMPKIN COUNTY Committee Regular Meeting Agenda 342 Courthouse Hill Dahlonega, GA 30533 September 8, 2026 5:00 PM • CALL TO ORDER • OTHER ITEMS 1. Approve the August 31, 2026, Meeting Minute 2. Review Class V and Class VI subdivision classes in Chapter 26 Land Development 3. Review Multi-Family Housing Chapter 26 - Article XXI • PUBLIC COMMENTS • ADJOURNMENT
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 17:00

Park & Rec Advisory Board

365 Riley Road, Dahlonega
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 17:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review industrial subdivision and variance requests

The Lumpkin County Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting to consider two new business items: a preliminary plat for a 7-lot industrial subdivision and a variance request. The meeting will also include approval of the August 10, 2026 minutes and other procedural matters.

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Planning Commission Meeting Room , Dahlonega
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LUMPKIN COUNTY Planning Commission Regular Meeting Agenda 342 Courthouse Hill Dahlonega, GA 30533 September 14, 2026 5:30 PM • CALL TO ORDER • CONSIDERATION OF AGENDA • APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. August 10, 2026 Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes • OLD BUSINESS • NEW BUSINESS 2. Location: 168 & 340 CAIN BRIDGE ROAD DAHLONEGA, GA 30533 Applicant: NGKA 4, LLC Parcel Number: 083-303, 083-007 & 083-008 Character Area: Gateway Corridor Overlay Case 186 is a request for a Preliminary Plat of a Class VIII subdivision entitled Wright Industrial Park (7 lots). 3. Location: 40 PATRIOT VIEW DRIVE; DAHLONEGA, GA 30533 Applicant: Josh Gray Parcel Number: 019-199 Character Area: Agricultural Preservation Case 187 is a request a variance from Sec. 26-68. Exemptions. (2) b. These tracts cannot be further divided within a three-year time period. • ADJOURNMENT
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 17:00

Board of Commissioners

99 Courthouse Hill, Dahlonega
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Lumpkin County Commissioners to consider fee updates and road contracts

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners is holding a regular meeting to consider resolutions, contracts, and administrative items. Key topics include an appointment to the Airport Authority, updates to the county fee schedule, and various road and transportation items.

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Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
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LUMPKIN COUNTY Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Agenda 99 Courthouse Hill Dahlonega, GA 30533 September 15, 2026 6:00 PM • CALL TO ORDER • INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE • CONSIDERATION OF AGENDA • PUBLIC COMMENT (Agenda Specific) • PROCLAMATIONS 1. National Recovery Month Proclamation Ratify • MINUTES 2. Board of Commissioners - Work Session - August 4, 2026 4:00 PM 3. Board of Commissioners - Special Called Work Session - August 7, 2026 9:00 AM 4. Board of Commissioners - Work Session II - August 18, 2026 5:30 PM 5. Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting - August 18, 2026 6:00 PM • RESOLUTIONS 6. 2026-50 Appoint Member to Airport Authority - Alan Redmon to Seat B, of an unexpired term ending 02/19/2029 7. 2026-51 Update the Lumpkin County Fee Schedule (Finance Director Abby Branan) 8. 2026-52 September Surplus Property (Finance Director Abby Branan) • REPORTS Department reports can be viewed on www.lumpkincounty.gov • ELECTED OFFICIALS • CONTRACTS/AGREEMENTS 9. 2026-082 GDOT 5311 Rural Transportation Grant Application (Public Works Director Chris Thomas) 10. 2026-083 County Roads Safety Improvements Bid Award - Colditz Trucking (Special Projects Manager Charles Trammell) 11. 2026-084 Mutual Termination of Grading Contract (County Manager Alan Ours) • OTHER ITEMS 12. Lumpkin County Senior Life Enrichment Center Policies and Procedures Handbook (Senior Life Enrichment Center Manager Marc …
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Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 09:00

Board of Elections

56 Short Street, Dahlonega
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

County to vote on fee schedule, road safety bid, and airport appointment

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss and potentially act on several items, including updating the county fee schedule, awarding a road safety improvements bid, and appointing a member to the Airport Authority. The agenda also includes proclamations, minutes approval, and other administrative matters.

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Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
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LUMPKIN COUNTY Board of Commissioners Work Session II Agenda 99 Courthouse Hill Dahlonega, GA 30533 September 15, 2026 5:30 PM • CALL TO ORDER • PROCLAMATIONS 1. National Recovery Month Proclamation Ratify • MINUTES 2. Board of Commissioners - Work Session - August 4, 2026 4:00 PM 3. Board of Commissioners - Special Called Work Session - August 7, 2026 9:00 AM 4. Board of Commissioners - Work Session II - August 18, 2026 5:30 PM 5. Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting - August 18, 2026 6:00 PM • RESOLUTIONS 6. 2026-50 Appoint Member to Airport Authority - Alan Redmon to Seat B, of an unexpired term ending 02/19/2029 7. 2026-51 Update the Lumpkin County Fee Schedule (Finance Director Abby Branan) 8. 2026-52 September Surplus Property (Finance Director Abby Branan) • CONTRACTS/AGREEMENTS 9. 2026-082 GDOT 5311 Rural Transportation Grant Application (Public Works Director Chris Thomas) 10. 2026-083 County Roads Safety Improvements Bid Award - Colditz Trucking (Special Projects Manager Charles Trammell) 11. 2026-084 Mutual Termination of Grading Contract (County Manager Alan Ours) • OTHER ITEMS 12. Lumpkin County Senior Life Enrichment Center Policies and Procedures Handbook (Senior Life Enrichment Center Manager Marc Bottoms) 13. Request for Retention of 2005 Ford Van for Court Services (Sheriff Stacy Jarrard) 14. 2027 Road Resurfacing List (Special Projects Manager Charles Trammell) • COUNTY MANAGER …
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Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 09:00

Development Authority

Chamber of Commerce Multipurpose Room, Dahlonega
Thu Sep 24, 2026 · 16:00

Airport Authority

Executive Conference Room, Dahlonega
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 16:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 14:00

Water & Sewerage Authority

1st Floor Conference Room, Dahlonega
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 16:30

Veterans Affairs Committee

99 Courthouse Hill, Dahlonega
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 17:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission Meeting Room , Dahlonega
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 09:00

Board of Assessors

99 Courthouse Hill, Dahlonega
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 15:30

Hospital Authority

99 Courthouse Hill, Dahlonega
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 17:00

Park & Rec Advisory Board

365 Riley Road, Dahlonega
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 16:00

Airport Authority

Executive Conference Room, Dahlonega
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 09:00

Board of Elections

56 Short Street, Dahlonega
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 09:00

Development Authority

Chamber of Commerce Multipurpose Room, Dahlonega
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 14:00

Water & Sewerage Authority

1st Floor Conference Room, Dahlonega
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 16:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 16:30

Veterans Affairs Committee

99 Courthouse Hill, Dahlonega
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 17:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission Meeting Room , Dahlonega
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 09:00

Board of Assessors

99 Courthouse Hill, Dahlonega
Wed Nov 11, 2026 · 17:00

Park & Rec Advisory Board

365 Riley Road, Dahlonega
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 09:00

Board of Elections

56 Short Street, Dahlonega
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 16:00

Airport Authority

Executive Conference Room, Dahlonega
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 09:00

Development Authority

Chamber of Commerce Multipurpose Room, Dahlonega
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 16:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 14:00

Water & Sewerage Authority

1st Floor Conference Room, Dahlonega
Wed Dec 2, 2026 · 16:30

Veterans Affairs Committee

99 Courthouse Hill, Dahlonega
Wed Dec 9, 2026 · 17:00

Park & Rec Advisory Board

365 Riley Road, Dahlonega
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 17:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission Meeting Room , Dahlonega
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 16:00

Airport Authority

Executive Conference Room, Dahlonega
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 09:00

Board of Elections

56 Short Street, Dahlonega
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 09:00

Board of Assessors

99 Courthouse Hill, Dahlonega
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 09:00

Development Authority

Chamber of Commerce Multipurpose Room, Dahlonega
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 16:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Feb 2, 2027 · 16:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Feb 16, 2027 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Feb 16, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Mar 2, 2027 · 16:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Mar 16, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Mar 16, 2027 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Apr 6, 2027 · 16:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Apr 20, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Apr 20, 2027 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue May 4, 2027 · 16:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue May 18, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue May 18, 2027 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Jun 1, 2027 · 16:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Jun 15, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Jun 15, 2027 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Jul 6, 2027 · 16:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Jul 20, 2027 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Jul 20, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Aug 3, 2027 · 16:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Aug 17, 2027 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Aug 17, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Sep 7, 2027 · 16:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Sep 21, 2027 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Sep 21, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Oct 5, 2027 · 16:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Oct 19, 2027 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Oct 19, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Nov 2, 2027 · 16:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Nov 16, 2027 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Nov 16, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Dec 7, 2027 · 16:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Dec 21, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
Tue Dec 21, 2027 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega

Recent meetings

Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 16:30

Veterans Affairs Committee

Veterans Affairs Committee to discuss cemetery update and parade plans

The Lumpkin County Veterans Affairs Committee will convene to review routine items including the treasurer’s report, minutes from the August 5 meeting, and updates on local veterans initiatives. The meeting will cover discussions on the Sons of the American Legion, Homes4Heroes, the LC Veterans Cemetery, the Veterans Day Parade, and the UNG Corps, along with a 5th RTB update.

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99 Courthouse Hill, Dahlonega
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Lumpkin County Veterans Affairs Committee Wed., 2 Sep 26, 1630 Hours Meeting Agenda Call to Order Stan Kelley Invocation Heath Williams Pledge of Allegiance All Approval of Agenda Stan Kelley Reading/Approval of Minutes— 5 Aug 26 Liz Curley Treasurer Report Michelle Johnson Items of Discussion: Sons of the American Legion Homes4Heroes LC Veterans Cemetery Update Veterans Day Parade Update Rick Harris Dave Shanahan Stan Kelley/Wes Chambers John Howerton Monthly UNG Corps Update Wyatt Phillips 5th RTB Update John Howerton/Kevin Connell Adjournment Stan Kelley
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 14:00

Water & Sewerage Authority

1st Floor Conference Room, Dahlonega
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LUMPKIN COUNTY Water & Sewage Authority Regular Meeting Agenda 99 Courthouse Hill Dahlonega, GA 30533 September 1, 2026 2:00 PM • WELCOME AND CALL TO ORDER • APPROVAL OF AGENDA • APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Regular Meeting — Aug 4, 2026 • FINANCIAL REPORTS 2. July 2026 - Balance Sheet 3. July 2026 - Income Statement 4. July 2026 - Monthly Cash Flow Summary • PRESENTATIONS AND REPORTS 5. Update — Cane Branch WWTP Construction Project 6. Update — Yahoola Creek Park Stream Restoration • OLD BUSINESS • NEW BUSINESS • ADJOURNMENT
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Lumpkin County Board holds public hearing on proposed 2027 budget

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners is meeting to conduct a public hearing on the proposed 2027 budget. The agenda includes a call to order, a session for public comment on the budget, and adjournment. No other specific decisions or items are listed on the agenda.

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99 Courthouse Hill, Dahlonega
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LUMPKIN COUNTY Board of Commissioners Public Hearing Agenda 99 Courthouse Hill Dahlonega, GA 30533 September 1, 2026 5:30 PM • CALL TO ORDER • PUBLIC COMMENT ON PROPOSED 2027 BUDGET 1. 2027 Budget Handout • ADJOURNMENT
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 16:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
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LUMPKIN COUNTY Board of Commissioners Work Session Agenda 99 Courthouse Hill Dahlonega, GA 30533 September 1, 2026 4:00 PM • CALL TO ORDER • PRESENTATIONS 1. Native American Park Presentation - Breedlove Land Planning, Inc. • PROCLAMATIONS 2. National Recovery Month Proclamation Ratify • MINUTES 3. Board of Commissioners - Work Session - August 4, 2026 4:00 PM 4. Board of Commissioners - Special Called Work Session - August 7, 2026 9:00 AM 5. Board of Commissioners - Work Session II - August 18, 2026 5:30 PM 6. Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting - August 18, 2026 6:00 PM • RESOLUTIONS 7. 2026-50 Appoint Member to Airport Authority - Alan Redmon to Seat B, of an unexpired term ending 02/19/2029 8. 2026-51 Update the Lumpkin County Fee Schedule (Finance Director Abby Branan) 9. 2026-52 Surplus Property (Finance Director Abby Branan) • CONTRACTS/AGREEMENTS 10. 2026-082 GDOT 5311 Rural Transportation Grant Application (Public Works Director Chris Thomas) 11. 2026-083 County Roads Safety Improvements Bid Award - Colditz Trucking (Special Projects Manager Charles Trammell) 12. 2026-084 Mutual Termination of Grading Contract (County Manager Alan Ours) • OTHER ITEMS 13. Lumpkin County Senior Life Enrichment Center Policies and Procedures Handbook (Senior Life Enrichment Center Manager Marc Bottoms) 14. Request for Retention of 2005 Ford Van for Court Services (Sheriff Stacy Jarrard) 15. 2027 R …
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Mon Aug 31, 2026 · 17:00

Land Use & Development Regulations Review Committee

342 Courthouse Hill, Dahlonega
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LUMPKIN COUNTY Land Use & Development Regulations Review Committee Meeting Agenda 342 Courthouse Hill Dahlonega, GA 30533 August 31, 2026 5:00 PM • CALL TO ORDER • OTHER ITEMS 1. Approve the August 24, 2026, Meeting Minutes 2. Review the character areas and development categories, Chapter 27 chapter 3 3. Review Chapter 26 Article XXI Multifamily Housing • PUBLIC COMMENTS • ADJOURNMENT
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 17:00

Land Use & Development Regulations Review Committee

Committee reviews multifamily housing rules and county character areas

The Land Use & Development Regulations Review Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes and continue its review of county development regulations. The agenda includes reviewing character areas and development categories in Chapter 27, Chapter 3, and reviewing Chapter 26, Article XXI on multifamily housing. Public comments will be heard.

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✓ Decided: Committee reviews land use categories, multifamily rules; no final decisions

The Land Use and Development Regulations Review Committee met to discuss proposed revisions to land use categories, lot sizes, multifamily standards, and industrial definitions. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was primarily a working session to refine proposals and assign research tasks. The committee approved the minutes from the August 11 meeting and adjourned with a list of action items for future review.

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LUMPKIN COUNTY Land Use & Development Regulations Review Committee Regular Meeting Agenda Planning Commission Meeting Room 342 Courthouse Hill Dahlonega, GA 30533 August 24, 2026 5:00 PM • CALL TO ORDER • OTHER ITEMS 1. Approve the August 11, 2026 Meeting Minutes 2. Review the character areas and development categories, Chapter 27 Chapter 3 3. Review Chapter 26 Article XXI Multifamily Housing 4. Public Comments • ADJOURNMENT
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Lumpkin County Land Use and Development Regulations Review Committee 342 Courthouse Hill Planning Commission Meeting Room August 24, 2026 5:00 PM Members Present: Rhett Stringer, Vanessa McGrath, Martin Durand, Chris Adams, Trevor Eudy, Kathy Lacy-Eglian, Greg Hayes, Don Becker Staff Present: Alan Ours Meeting called to order at 5:06 pm Minutes from Aug 11, 2026 were approved by motion and raised hands. Land Use Framework and Category Revisions • The group is refining land use categories, aiming to simplify to Residential Development and Restrictive Development • Classes 5–6 Subdivision or “residential growth,” confine to sewer service areas. • Proposed categories under review: Agricultural Preservation, Restrictive Development, General Development, Industrial, and a potential Gateway Corridor Overlay District. o Combine Agricultural Preservation and Restrictive Development due to similar definitions. No decision was made. o Create a distinct Gateway Corridor Overlay to tie specific uses (e.g., mixed-use, multifamily) to that corridor. o Reevaluate or eliminate the general Industrial category, concentrating industrial uses in two designated industrial parks. • Industrial definitions need modernization; the 2022 comp plan language framing industrial as “likely to have negative impacts” was criticized. The group considered a more positive “light industrial” definition and further subcategories (e.g., limited vs. extensive manufacturing). • Dist …
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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 16:00

Airport Authority

Executive Conference Room, Dahlonega
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Board to vote on GTIB funding resolution and multiple contracts including animal shelter design

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions and contracts at this work session. Key items include a resolution for Georgia Transportation Infrastructure Bank (GTIB) funding, a recycling and transfer station lease agreement, and a contract for interior design of the new animal shelter. The board will also adopt a Planning Commission Code of Conduct and approve budget calendar amendments.

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Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
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LUMPKIN COUNTY Board of Commissioners Work Session II Agenda 99 Courthouse Hill Dahlonega, GA 30533 August 18, 2026 5:30 PM • CALL TO ORDER • PROCLAMATIONS 1. 8U Boys State Championship Team Regular Meeting • MINUTES 2. Board of Commissioners - Work Session - July 7, 2026 4:00 PM 3. Board of Commissioners - Work Session II - July 21, 2026 5:30 PM 4. Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting - July 21, 2026 6:00 PM • RESOLUTIONS 5. 2026-46 Appoint Member to DFACS Board - Christina Wise to Seat 3, with a term expiring 06/30/2031. 6. 2026-47 Lumpkin County 2026 Budget Calendar for FY2027 Budget – Amendment #2 (Finance Director Abby Branan) 7. 2026-48 Adopt Planning Commission Code of Conduct 8. 2026-49 Georgia Transportation Infrastructure Bank (GTIB) Funding Resolution (County Manager Alan Ours) • CONTRACTS/AGREEMENTS 9. 2026-075 Recycling & Transfer Station Lease Agreement - Mark Robinson Hauling (Assistant County Manager Ashley Peck) 10. 2026-076 Fitness Passport Service Agreement, One Pass Solutions, Inc. (Senior Life Enrichment Center Manager, Marc Bottoms) 11. 2026-077 Contract to Upfit the Patrol Cars - Fasten Products LLC (Public Works Director Chris Thomas) 12. 2026-078 Georgia Mountains Regional Commission Agreement - GTIB Application (County Manager Alan Ours) Ratify 13. 2026-079 Interior Design of New Animal Shelter - Vivre Interiors Contract (Assistant County Manager Ashley Peck) 14. 2026-080 Amendment to Correct Renew …
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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 09:00

Development Authority

Development Authority to review 2025 financial report, strategic priorities

The Lumpkin County Development Authority is holding its regular August meeting. The agenda includes routine items like approving July financials and minutes, plus a report on the county's 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. Members will also hear strategic updates on infrastructure, industrial development, and workforce from county, city, and partner agencies.

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Chamber of Commerce Multipurpose Room, Dahlonega
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LUMPKIN COUNTY Development Authority Regular Meeting Agenda 342 Courthouse Hill Dahlonega, GA 30533 August 18, 2026 9:00 AM • CALL TO ORDER • CONSIDERATION OF AGENDA • CONSENT AGENDA 1. 2026 July Financials 2. 2026 July Minutes • REPORTS 3. Present DALC Coins to GMRC Staff • CONTRACTS • OTHER 4. Lumpkin County, Georgia 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (DALC Specific Pages) • STRATEGIC PRIORITIES AND PARTNER ANNOUNCEMENTS 5. a. Infrastructure a. Lumpkin County a. County Manager (Alan Ours) b. County Planning (Vanessa McGrath) c. County Water and Sewerage (Sean Phipps) b. City of Dahlonega 1. City Manager (Allison Martin) 2. City Planning/City Water and Sewerage (Mark Buchanan) c. Utility Partners (Jackson EMC, Amicalola EMC, Habersham EMC, Georgia Power, Sawnee EMC, AGL) b. Industrial and Commercial Development 1. Development Authority (Robb Nichols) 1. Industrial/Business/Commercial Parks Committee 2. Business Retention and Expansion Program (BREP) 3. Business Recruiting 2. Georgia Department of Economic Development (Brandon Lonsbury) c. Workforce 1. UNG (Bobbi Larson) 2. Lanier Tech (Troy Lindsey) 3. LCHS & College and Career Academy (Sharon Head/Cindy Hunsinger) 4. Work-Based Learning (Paula Cooper) 5. Department of Community Affairs (Kathy Papa) • ADJOURNMENT 6. 2026 Meeting Schedule 9/15/2026 September DALC Board Meeting 10/20/2026 October DALC Board Meeting 11/17/2026 November DALC Bo …
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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 09:00

Board of Elections

56 Short Street, Dahlonega
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners to vote on 11 contracts, budget calendar, and board appointments

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners will consider 11 contracts and agreements, including a recycling lease, fitness-passport service, patrol-car upfitting, animal-shelter interior design, and a turf-management amendment. They will also vote on resolutions to adopt the FY2027 budget calendar, appoint a member to the DFACS Board, and adopt a Planning Commission code of conduct. Three work-plan amendments for TSPLOST 2023, SPLOST 2026, and 2020 SPLOST are up for ratification.

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Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
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LUMPKIN COUNTY Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Agenda 99 Courthouse Hill Dahlonega, GA 30533 August 18, 2026 6:00 PM • CALL TO ORDER • INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE • CONSIDERATION OF AGENDA • PROCLAMATIONS 1. 8U Boys State Championship Team Regular Meeting • PUBLIC COMMENT (Agenda Specific) • MINUTES 2. Board of Commissioners - Work Session - July 7, 2026 4:00 PM 3. Board of Commissioners - Work Session II - July 21, 2026 5:30 PM 4. Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting - July 21, 2026 6:00 PM • RESOLUTIONS 5. 2026-46 Appoint Member to DFACS Board - Christina Wise to Seat 3, with a term expiring 06/30/2031. 6. 2026-47 Lumpkin County 2026 Budget Calendar for FY2027 Budget – Amendment #2 (Finance Director Abby Branan) 7. 2026-48 Adopt Planning Commission Code of Conduct 8. 2026-49 Georgia Transportation Infrastructure Bank (GTIB) Funding Resolution (County Manager Alan Ours) • REPORTS Department reports can be viewed on www.lumpkincounty.gov • ELECTED OFFICIALS • CONTRACTS/AGREEMENTS 9. 2026-075 Recycling & Transfer Station Lease Agreement - Mark Robinson Hauling (Assistant County Manager Ashley Peck) 10. 2026-076 Fitness Passport Service Agreement, One Pass Solutions, Inc. (Senior Life Enrichment Center Manager, Marc Bottoms) 11. 2026-077 Contract to Upfit the Patrol Cars - Fasten Products LLC (Public Works Director Chris Thomas) 12. 2026-078 Georgia Mountains Regional Commission Agreement - GTIB Application ( …
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Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 18:00

Comprehensive Plan Committee

56 Mechanicsville Road, Dahlonega
Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 17:00

Park & Rec Advisory Board

Park & Rec board to discuss field renovations, sports fees, and Coca-Cola contract

The Lumpkin County Parks and Recreation Citizens Advisory Board is meeting to discuss ongoing business including field renovations and turf projects, fall sports and summer swim programs, and All Stars baseball and softball. New business includes a report from Pinetree Recreation Center staff, a scoreboard update, a swim team request, sports fees, and the Coca-Cola contract. The agenda is mostly discussion items with no final decisions listed.

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Lumpkin County, Georgia Parks and Recreation Department Citizens Advisory Board Agenda LUMPKIN COUNTY ADMIN BUILDING 99 Hill St Dahlonega GA 30533 August 12th, 2026 5pm ADVISORY BOARD MEMBERS: Shawn Boyd, Jessica Tardonia, Justin Davis, Hank Haynes and Scott Lord EX-OFFICIOS: Lumpkin County Park and Rec Ahmad Kamara, Scarlet Shumate, Haley Sparks, Haley Dibble, Wylie Spooner Pinetree Rec Center Jared Ray 1. Call to Order 2. Invocation 3. Recognize Citizens or Guests 4. Approval of Minutes 5. Old/Ongoing Business a. Field Renovations and Turf Project b. Fall Sports & Summer Swim c. All Stars Baseball and Softball 6. New Business a. Report from Pinetree Recreation Center Staff b. Katherine James – Scoreboard Update c. Swim Team/PRC Request from Coaches d. Sports Fees e. Coca Cola Contract 7. Comments/Other 8. Adjournment
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 09:00

Board of Assessors

99 Courthouse Hill, Dahlonega
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 17:00

Land Use & Development Regulations Review Committee

Committee to review Gateway Corridor Overlay District rules

The Land Use & Development Regulations Review Committee will meet to approve minutes from August 3, 2026, and review sections 27-3.1.10 through 27-3.1.14 of the Gateway Corridor Overlay District. This is a discussion item only; no final decisions are scheduled.

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LUMPKIN COUNTY Land Use & Development Regulations Review Committee Regular Meeting Agenda 342 Courthouse Hill Dahlonega, GA 30533 August 11, 2026 5:00 PM • CALL TO ORDER • OTHER ITEMS 1. Approve the August 3, 2026 Meeting Minutes 2. Review of the Gateway Corridor Overlay District Sections 27-3.1.10 through 27-3-.1.14 • ADJOURNMENT
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Lumpkin County Land Use and Development Regulations Review Committee 342 Courthouse Hill Planning Commission Meeting Room August 11, 2026 5:00 PM Members Present: Rhett Stringer, Bobby Mayfield, Vanessa McGrath, Martin Durand, Chris Adams, Trevor Eudy, Kathy Lacy-Eglian, Megan Mzzola, Greg Hayes, Don Becker Staff Present: Alan Ours Meeting called to order at 5:09 pm Minutes from Aug 3, 2026 were approved by motion and raised hands. Sewer Service Area, Rock Quarry Vicinity, and Development Constraints • Discussion on whether the rock quarry area lies inside the sewer service area; sewer reportedly reaches the end of the rock quarry and into Red Oak Flats, raising usability concerns if outside the service boundary. • Terrain constraints along Long Branch (cliff on one side, floodplain on the other) limit development regardless of zoning. • Some parcels near Perkins Road are in active site work; questions raised about impacts if maps/overlays change. Gateway Corridor and Overlay District Alignment (Section 27-3.1.10) • Clarified distinction between gateway corridors (character areas) and overlay districts (regulatory design standards); overlays impose enforceable design guidelines. • Historical context: original gateway corridor was broad; overlay created to focus and elevate commercial frontage design. • Preference to retarget the overlay footprint along parcels fronting the state road from Home Depot entrance to Red Oak Flats and south, rather …
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Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 17:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission considers telecom tower and zoning variances

The Lumpkin County Planning Commission will review requests for a new telecommunication tower and several zoning variances, including setbacks and lot size adjustments. The meeting will also include the approval of previous minutes and the consideration of a new subdivision plat.

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LUMPKIN COUNTY Planning Commission Regular Meeting Agenda 342 Courthouse Hill Dahlonega, GA 30533 August 10, 2026 5:30 PM • CALL TO ORDER • CONSIDERATION OF AGENDA • APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. July 13, 2026 Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes • OLD BUSINESS 2. Location Address: 1034 Greenway Road, Dawsonville, GA 30534 Applicant: Vertical Bridge c/o Baker Donelson Parcel Number: 012-015 Character Area: Rural Places Case 165 is requesting a 100 ft rear setback and buffer variance to Section 27-2.2.3 (Chart of Performance Standards) Table 1: Performance Standards requiring a telecommunication tower to be 200 ft from the adjoining property line with a 200 ft Buffer. 3. Location Address: 1034 Greenway Road, Dawsonville, GA 30534 Applicant: Vertical Bridge c/o Baker Donelson Parcel Number: 012-015 Character Area: Rural Places Case 166 is requesting a waiver to Section 51-3(b)(1) requiring tower separation of 5 miles. 4. Location Address: 1034 Greenway Road, Dawsonville, GA 30534 Applicant: Vertical Bridge c/o Baker Donelson Parcel Number: 012-015 Character Area: Rural Places Case 167 is requesting approval of a new telecommunication tower per Sec. 51-5 (8) b Approval. • NEW BUSINESS 5. Location Address: 1034 Greenway Road, Dawsonville, GA 30534 Applicant: Vertical Bridge c/o Baker Donelson Parcel Number: 012-015 Character Area: Rural Places Case 180 is requesting a 0.85-acre variance to Section 27-2.2.3 (Chart of Performance Stand …
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Fri Aug 7, 2026 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Board of Commissioners to discuss 2027 county budget

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special work session to discuss the 2027 county budget. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

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LUMPKIN COUNTY Board of Commissioners Special Work Session Agenda 99 Courthouse Hill Dahlonega, GA 30533 August 7, 2026 9:00 AM • CALL TO ORDER • OTHER ITEMS 1. DISCUSS 2027 COUNTY BUDGET • ADJOURNMENT
Wed Aug 5, 2026 · 16:30

Veterans Affairs Committee

Veterans cemetery update and Veterans Day parade planning on agenda

The Lumpkin County Veterans Affairs Committee is meeting to discuss updates on the Lumpkin County Veterans Cemetery and to assign tasks for the Veterans Day Parade. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes, a treasurer's report, and a monthly update from the University of North Georgia Corps of Cadets.

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## Lumpkin County Veterans Affairs Committee ## Wed., 5 Aug 26, 1630 Hours ## Meeting Agenda |Call to Order|Stan Kelley| |---|---| |Invocation|Wes Chambers| |Pledge of Allegiance|All| |Approval of Agenda|Stan Kelley| |Reading/Approval of Minutes— 13 May 26|Liz Curley| |Treasurer Report|Michelle Johnson| |Items of Discussion: LC Veterans Cemetery Update Veterans Day Parade Assignment of Tasks|Stan Kelley/Wes Chambers John Howerton| |Monthly UNG Corps Update|Wyatt Phillips| |Adjournment|Stan Kelley|
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LCVAC Minutes 5 August 2026 Call to order at 4:35. Present: John Howerton, Heath Williams, Michelle Webb, Wes Chambers, Stan Kelley, Liz Curley, Bill Poole. Guest- Ron Wintowski Minutes. May minutes were not available . Will be shown at next meeting for approval Finances: Cemetery fund is still waiting for matching funds from Dunn Foundation. General fund has $7112.76. Wes motioned to approve. Michelle seconded. Approved Engraver is scheduled for next week to update e Wall. Cemetery update: Site work has started. Going well. Go Fund Me is up and running The entry, columbarium and flag area will be finished first. Policies are being developed. Veterans Day Parade: Motion to invite members of the Georgia Military Hall of Fame to serve as Grand Marshalls. Approved. Corps Update: 180 started. Corps is projected to reach 775 for the year. (93 attended Camp, 4 received Leadership awards. The group at Fort Campbell beat out the active duty and other cadet organizations in Assault School. Ruck champion was a female cadet from UNG. FROG graduation scheduled for Saturday at Drill Field Blue 42 hosted Col Jimmy Blackman for a Leadership Talk Ranger Camp: 3 people were hurt at the latest jump’ September 11 ceremonies- information pending. Veteran Town Hall on August 10 in Alpharetta.’ Guest speaker for next meeting is Dave Shanahan, Homes for Heroes. Motion to adjourn by Wes. Seconded by Heath. Adjourned at 5:45
Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 14:00

Water & Sewerage Authority

Water & Sewerage Authority to review Cane Branch and Yahoola Creek projects

The Authority will review financial reports for June 2026. The meeting includes progress updates on the Cane Branch WWTP Construction Project and the Yahoola Creek Park Stream Restoration Project.

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LUMPKIN COUNTY Water & Sewage Authority Regular Meeting Agenda 99 Courthouse Hill Dahlonega, GA 30533 August 4, 2026 2:00 PM • WELCOME AND CALL TO ORDER • APPROVAL OF AGENDA • APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Regular Meeting - July 7, 2026 • FINANCIAL REPORTS 2. June 2026 - Balance Sheet 3. June 2026 - Income Statement 4. June 2026 - Monthly Cash Flow Summary • PRESENTATIONS AND REPORTS 5. Update — Cane Branch WWTP Construction Project 6. Update - Yahoola Creek Park Stream Restoration Project • OLD BUSINESS • NEW BUSINESS • ADJOURNMENT
Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 16:00

Board of Commissioners

Lumpkin County Board considers GTIB funding and several service contracts

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a strategic partnership with Schneider Electric and a funding resolution for the Georgia Transportation Infrastructure Bank. The session includes reviews of the FY2027 budget calendar and multiple service agreements for county operations.

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Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
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LUMPKIN COUNTY Board of Commissioners Work Session Agenda 99 Courthouse Hill Dahlonega, GA 30533 August 4, 2026 4:00 PM • CALL TO ORDER • PRESENTATIONS 1. Schneider Electric Strategic Infrastructure & Sustainability Partnership • PROCLAMATIONS 2. 8U Boys State Championship Team Regular Meeting • MINUTES 3. Board of Commissioners - Work Session - July 7, 2026 4:00 PM 4. Board of Commissioners - Work Session II - July 21, 2026 5:30 PM 5. Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting - July 21, 2026 6:00 PM • RESOLUTIONS 6. 2026-46 Appoint Member to DFACS Board - Christina Wise to Seat 3, with a term expiring 06/30/2031. 7. 2026-47 Lumpkin County 2026 Budget Calendar for FY2027 Budget – Amendment #2 (Finance Director Abby Branan) 8. 2026-48 Adopt Planning Commission Code of Conduct 9. 2026-49 Georgia Transportation Infrastructure Bank (GTIB) Funding Resolution (County Manager Alan Ours) • CONTRACTS/AGREEMENTS 10. 2026-075 Recycling & Transfer Station Lease Agreement - Mark Robinson Hauling (Assistant County Manager Ashley Peck) 11. 2026-076 Fitness Passport Service Agreement, One Pass Solutions, Inc. (Senior Life Enrichment Center Manager, Marc Bottoms) 12. 2026-077 Contract to Upfit the Patrol Cars - Fasten Products LLC (Public Works Director Chris Thomas) 13. 2026-078 Georgia Mountains Regional Commission Agreement - GTIB Application (County Manager Alan Ours) Ratify 14. 2026-079 Interior Design of New Animal Shelter - Vivre Interior …
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Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 17:00

Land Use & Development Regulations Review Committee

Committee to review subdivision classes and platting jurisdiction

The Land Use & Development Regulations Review Committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and review specific articles of the county's regulations. The discussion focuses on subdivision classes and platting jurisdiction.

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342 Courthouse Hill, Dahlonega
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LUMPKIN COUNTY Land Use & Development Regulations Review Committee Regular Meeting Agenda 342 Courthouse Hill Dahlonega, GA 30533 August 3, 2026 5:00 PM • CALL TO ORDER • OTHER ITEMS 1. Approve the July 20, 2026 Meeting Minutes 2. Review Article III Subdivision Classes & Article IV Platting Jurisdiction • ADJOURNMENT
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Lumpkin County Land Use and Development Regulations Review Committee 342 Courthouse Hill Planning Commission Meeting Room August 3, 2026 5:00 PM Members Present: Rhett Stringer, Vanessa McGrath, Martin Durand, Chris Adams, Greg Hayes, Don Becker Staff Present: Alan Ours Meeting called to order at 5:03 pm Minutes from July 20, 2026 were approved by motion and raised hands. Sewer Service Area Boundaries and Policy Scope • Ordinances governing sewer service area boundaries were reviewed to determine if they should restrict or allow expansion. Properties outside the boundary require approvals from the Planning Commission, Board of Commissioners, and Water Authority to connect. • The boundary was affirmed as a regulatory checkpoint to deter unwanted high-density expansion outside designated zones. • Debate continued on whether rules should be applied via the Gateway Corridor overlay or the sewer service area, noting parcels inside the sewer area but outside the overlay may seek character area changes for density rather than aesthetics. • Conclusion: Maintain the sewer boundary as a multi-body review checkpoint and develop policy language addressing both overlay and sewer service area contexts, anticipating density-focused character area change requests. Mixed-Use Framework: Class 5/6, Percentages, and Consolidation • Current Class 6 mixed-use rules (caps at 50% multifamily and 50% commercial) were said to deter development. Participants considered …
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Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 18:00

General

Lumpkin County Library, Dahlonega
Thu Jul 23, 2026 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Board will discuss the 2027 Lumpkin County budget

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners will hold a special work session on July 23, 2026. The agenda includes routine items and a discussion of the 2027 county budget. No specific decisions are listed; the budget discussion is the primary substantive item.

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LUMPKIN COUNTY Board of Commissioners Special Work Session Agenda Executive Conference Room 99 Courthouse Hill Dahlonega, GA 30533 July 23, 2026 9:00 AM • CALL TO ORDER • APPROVAL OF AGENDA • OTHER ITEMS 1. Discuss 2027 County Budget • ADJOURNMENT
Thu Jul 23, 2026 · 18:00

Comprehensive Plan Committee

Committee will review survey highlights and the remaining Comprehensive Plan schedule

The Lumpkin County Comprehensive Plan Committee will meet on July 23, 2026 at 6:00 PM. The agenda includes approval of the June 22 meeting minutes, a review of the past public forum, presentation of survey highlights, and a discussion of the projected remaining schedule for the Comprehensive Plan. The committee will also field questions from members before adjourning.

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Lumpkin County Library, Dahlonega
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LUMPKIN COUNTY Comprehensive Plan Committee Regular Meeting Agenda Lumpkin County Library 56 Mechanicsville Road Dahlonega, GA 30533 July 23, 2026 6:00 PM • CALL TO ORDER • OTHER ITEMS 1. June 22, 2026 Comprehensive Plan Committee Meeting Minutes 2. Welcome/ Introduction 3. Review Past Public Forum 4. Review of Survey highlights 5. Projected Remaining Schedule 6. Questions from the Committee • ADJOURNMENT
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Board to adopt revised watershed protection plan and award road resurfacing contract

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions, including reappointments to the Planning Commission and the dissolution of the Recycling & Litter Committee. A key item is the adoption of a revised Watershed Protection Plan and an updated sanitary sewer service area map. The board will also vote on multiple contracts, including a road resurfacing bid award, airport fuel farm replacement, and equipment purchases for the Sheriff's Office. Additionally, they will discuss community center renovations and SPLOST work plan amendments.

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✓ Decided: Board approves airport fuel farm contract, road resurfacing bid

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved multiple contracts and resolutions, including the Wimpy Airport fuel farm replacement contract with L & T Inc., a road resurfacing bid award to Colditz Trucking, and the adoption of a revised Watershed Protection Plan. They also dissolved the Recycling & Litter Committee, reappointed two members to the Planning Commission, and approved several other agreements and purchases. A motion to support the Georgia Grown Trail 52 initiative passed 3-1, with Commissioner Davis opposed.

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
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LUMPKIN COUNTY Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Agenda 99 Courthouse Hill Dahlonega, GA 30533 July 21, 2026 6:00 PM • CALL TO ORDER • INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE • CONSIDERATION OF AGENDA • PUBLIC COMMENT (Agenda Specific) • PROCLAMATIONS 1. Joint Proclamation in Recognition of Mrs. Emma Jean Miller's 100th Birthday Ratify • MINUTES 2. Board of Commissioners - Work Session - June 2, 2026 4:00 PM 3. Board of Commissioners - Work Session II - June 16, 2026 5:30 PM 4. Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting - June 16, 2026 6:00 PM 5. Board of Commissioners - Appeal Hearing - June 16, 2026 4:30 PM 6. Board of Commissioners - Special Called Work Session - June 17, 2026 9:00 AM • RESOLUTIONS 7. 2026-42 Reappoint Members to Lumpkin County Planning Commission - Chris Adams to Seat 3, and Derek Runyon to Seat 4, both with terms expiring 08/27/2030 8. 2026-43 Resolution to Dissolve Recycling & Litter Committee 9. 2026-44 Adopt Revised Watershed Protection Plan (June 24, 2026) and LCWSA Sanitary Sewer Service Area/Watershed Protection Area Map (Water & Sewerage Authority Director Sean Phipps) • REPORTS Department reports can be viewed on www.lumpkincounty.gov • ELECTED OFFICIALS • CONTRACTS/AGREEMENTS 10. 2026-066 DebtBook Contract Renewal (Finance Director Abby Branan) 11. 2026-067 Enotah Accountability Courts MOU - Fiscal Agent (Finance Director Abby Branan) Ratify 12. 2026-068 LC Emergency Services EMS Students - North …
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LUMPKIN COUNTY Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes 99 Courthouse Hill Dahlonega, GA 30533 July 21, 2026 6:00 PM CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 6:01 pm. Present were Chairman Rhett Stringer and Commissioners Tucker Greene, Bobby Mayfield, Nathan Davis, and Jeff Moran. INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Fire Chief David Wimpy gave the invocation, which was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. CONSIDERATION OF AGENDA Motion: Commissioner Mayfield moved to approve the agenda and was seconded by Commissioner Greene. The motion was approved unanimously. PUBLIC COMMENT (Agenda Specific) PROCLAMATIONS 1. Joint Proclamation in Recognition of Mrs. Emma Jean Miller's 100th Birthday Ratify Motion: Commissioner Moran moved to approve the proclamation and was seconded by Commissioner Mayfield. The motion was approved unanimously. MINUTES Motion: Commissioner Moran moved to approve the minutes by acclamation and was seconded by Commissioner Mayfield. The motion was approved unanimously. 2. Board of Commissioners - Work Session - June 2, 2026 4:00 PM 3. Board of Commissioners - Work Session II - June 16, 2026 5:30 PM 4. Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting - June 16, 2026 6:00 PM 5. Board of Commissioners - Appeal Hearing - June 16, 2026 4:30 PM 6. Board of Commissioners - Special Called Work Session - June 17, 2026 9:00 AM RESOLUTIONS 7. 2026-42 Reappoint Members to Lumpkin County …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 09:00

Development Authority

Development Authority to allocate sale proceeds from 120 Riley Road

The Lumpkin County Development Authority will meet to review financial reports and a hotel presentation. The body will discuss allocating proceeds from the sale of 120 Riley Road to the Lumpkin County Veterans Cemetery.

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✓ Decided: Authority allocates Riley Road sale proceeds to veterans cemetery

The Lumpkin County Development Authority approved allocating proceeds from the sale of 120 Riley Road to the Lumpkin County Veterans Cemetery. The board also approved the agenda and consent agendas for May and June 2026 financials and minutes. A hotel presentation was given by Rajeev Saxena, and strategic priorities were discussed with various partners. No public comment was made.

Chamber of Commerce Multipurpose Room, Dahlonega
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LUMPKIN COUNTY Development Authority Regular Meeting Agenda 342 Courthouse Hill Dahlonega, GA 30533 July 21, 2026 9:00 AM • CALL TO ORDER • CONSENT AGENDA 1. 2026 May Financials 2. 2026 May Minutes 3. 2026 June Financials 4. 2026 June Minutes • REPORTS 5. Hotel Presentation • CONTRACTS • OTHER 6. Allocate Proceeds from Sale of 120 Riley Road to Lumpkin County Veterans Cemetery • STRATEGIC PRIORITIES AND PARTNER ANNOUNCEMENTS 7. a. Infrastructure a. Lumpkin County a. County Manager (Alan Ours) b. County Planning (Vanessa McGrath) c. County Water and Sewerage (Sean Phipps) b. City of Dahlonega 1. City Manager (Allison Martin) 2. City Planning/City Water and Sewerage (Mark Buchanan) c. Utility Partners (Jackson EMC, Amicalola EMC, Habersham EMC, Georgia Power, Sawnee EMC, AGL) b. Industrial and Commercial Development 1. Development Authority (Robb Nichols) 1. Industrial/Business/Commercial Parks Committee 2. Business Retention and Expansion Program (BREP) 3. Business Recruiting 2. Georgia Department of Economic Development (Brandon Lonsbury) c. Workforce 1. UNG (Bobbi Larson) 2. Lanier Tech (Troy Lindsey) 3. LCHS College and Career Academy (Cindy Hunsinger) 4. Work-Based Learning (Paula Cooper) 5. Department of Community Affairs (Kathy Papa) • ADJOURNMENT 8. 2026 Meeting Schedule 8/18/2026 August DALC Board Meeting 9/15/2026 September DALC Board Meeting 10/20/2026 October DALC Board Meeting 11/17/2026 November DALC …
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LUMPKIN COUNTY Development Authority Minutes 342 Courthouse Hill Dahlonega, GA 30533 July 21, 2026 9:00 AM e Board Members Present: AC Moore, Wyman Walden, Mac McConnell, Bradley McEntyre, Clarence Stower, John Gaston, Henry Davis, Donna Minnich, Clarence Stower e Board Members Absent: None e Staff Present: Robb Nichols, Kendle Blacksher, Joy Edelberg -Meeting order called by Mac McConnell 9:01 AM -Motion to approve the agenda: AC Moore, Second: Bradley McEntyre, Approved -Motion to approve Consent Agenda- 2026 May Financials and 2026 May Minutes: Clarence Stower, Second: AC Moore, Approved -Motion to approve Consent Agenda- 2026 June Financials and 2026 June Minutes: Wyman Walden, Second: Donna Minnich -Hotel Presentation: Rajeev Saxena. -Motion to Allocate Proceeds from Sale of 120 Riley Road to Lumpkin County Veterans Cemetery - Clarence Stowers, Second: AC Moore, Approved Strategic Priorities and Partner Announcements: County Manager (Alan Ours), County Water and Sewage (Sean Phipps), City (Ross Shirley), Development Authority (Robb Nichols), Georgia Department of Economic Development (Brandon Lonsbury), Georgia Power (Glennis Barnes), Lanier Tech (Troy Lindsay), LCHS College and Career Academy (Cindy Hunsinger), LCHS Superintendent (Sharon Head), Department of Community Affairs (Kathy Papa) Public comment: None Meeting adjourned at Gh AC Moore, Second: Donna Minnich, Approved Chee Aomsy %/ he Signature Date Approved:
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Lumpkin County Board considers watershed plan and multiple county contracts

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the adoption of a revised Watershed Protection Plan and a map for the Sanitary Sewer Service Area. The meeting includes votes on several equipment and service contracts and amendments to SPLOST work plans.

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✓ Decided: Board approves airport fuel farm contract, road resurfacing bid

The Board of Commissioners approved multiple contracts and resolutions, including a $347,426.95 fuel farm replacement contract for Wimpy Airport and a road resurfacing bid award to Colditz Trucking. They also reappointed planning commission members, dissolved the Recycling & Litter Committee, and adopted a revised watershed protection plan. The board discussed but did not vote on the Georgia Grown Trail 52 initiative, with some commissioners requesting more data.

Commissioners' Boardroom, Dahlonega
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LUMPKIN COUNTY Board of Commissioners Work Session II Agenda 99 Courthouse Hill Dahlonega, GA 30533 July 21, 2026 5:30 PM • CALL TO ORDER • PROCLAMATIONS 1. Joint Proclamation in Recognition of Mrs. Emma Jean Miller's 100th Birthday Ratify • MINUTES 2. Board of Commissioners - Work Session - June 2, 2026 4:00 PM 3. Board of Commissioners - Work Session II - June 16, 2026 5:30 PM 4. Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting - June 16, 2026 6:00 PM 5. Board of Commissioners - Appeal Hearing - June 16, 2026 4:30 PM 6. Board of Commissioners - Special Called Work Session - June 17, 2026 9:00 AM • RESOLUTIONS 7. 2026-42 Reappoint Members to Lumpkin County Planning Commission - Chris Adams to Seat 3, and Derek Runyon to Seat 4, both with terms expiring 08/27/2030 8. 2026-43 Resolution to Dissolve Recycling & Litter Committee 9. 2026-44 Adopt Revised Watershed Protection Plan (June 24, 2026) and LCWSA Sanitary Sewer Service Area/Watershed Protection Area Map (Water & Sewerage Authority Director Sean Phipps) • CONTRACTS/AGREEMENTS 10. 2026-066 DebtBook Contract Renewal (Finance Director Abby Branan) 11. 2026-067 Enotah Accountability Courts MOU - Fiscal Agent (Finance Director Abby Branan) Ratify 12. 2026-068 LC Emergency Services EMS Students - Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc. Training Agreement (EMA Director David Wimpy) 13. 2026-069 Lumpkin County - Wimpy Airport Fuel Farm Replacement Contract - L & T Inc. (Public Buildings Mana …
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LUMPKIN COUNTY Board of Commissioners Work Session II Minutes 99 Courthouse Hill Dahlonega, GA 30533 July 21, 2026 5:30 PM CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 5:30 pm. Present were Chairman Rhett Stringer and Commissioners Tucker Greene, Bobby Mayfield, Nathan Davis, and Jeff Moran. PROCLAMATIONS 1. Joint Proclamation in Recognition of Mrs. Emma Jean Miller's 100th Birthday Ratify MINUTES 2. Board of Commissioners - Work Session - June 2, 2026 4:00 PM 3. Board of Commissioners - Work Session II - June 16, 2026 5:30 PM 4. Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting - June 16, 2026 6:00 PM 5. Board of Commissioners - Appeal Hearing - June 16, 2026 4:30 PM 6. Board of Commissioners - Special Called Work Session - June 17, 2026 9:00 AM RESOLUTIONS 7. 2026-42 Reappoint Members to Lumpkin County Planning Commission - Chris Adams to Seat 3, and Derek Runyon to Seat 4, both with terms expiring 08/27/2030 8. 2026-43 Resolution to Dissolve Recycling & Litter Committee 9. 2026-44 Adopt Revised Watershed Protection Plan (June 24, 2026) and LCWSA Sanitary Sewer Service Area/Watershed Protection Area Map (Water & Sewerage Authority Director Sean Phipps) 10. 2026-45 2026 Budget Calendar for FY2027 Budget Amendment (Finance Director Abby Branan) CONTRACTS/AGREEMENTS 11. 2026-066 DebtBook Contract Renewal (Finance Director Abby Branan) 12. 2026-067 Enotah Accountability Courts MOU - Fisc …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 09:00

Board of Elections

56 Short Street, Dahlonega
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 16:00

Airport Authority

Executive Conference Room, Dahlonega
Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 17:00

Land Use & Development Regulations Review Committee

Committee will review subdivision class and platting jurisdiction rules

The Land Use & Development Regulations Review Committee will first approve the minutes from its July 14, 2026 meeting. It will then examine Article III subdivision classes and Article IV platting jurisdiction to consider any changes. No other business is listed.

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✓ Decided: Committee advances major zoning overhaul for Gateway Corridor

The Land Use & Development Regulations Review Committee discussed and advanced several key proposals for the Gateway Corridor, including removing the 30-foot public road frontage requirement for internal lots in Class I subdivisions and setting 20% green space for Class 5 and Class 6 developments. The committee also agreed to pursue a 90% consolidated draft of regulations, merging or aligning Class 5 and Class 6 rules with the Gateway Corridor overlay. No final votes were taken; the committee directed staff to produce draft language and analysis for future adoption.

342 Courthouse Hill, Dahlonega
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LUMPKIN COUNTY Land Use & Development Regulations Review Committee Regular Meeting Agenda Planning Commission Meeting Room 342 Courthouse Hill Dahlonega, GA 30533 July 20, 2026 5:00 PM • CALL TO ORDER • OTHER ITEMS 1. Approve July 14, 2026 Meeting Minutes 2. Review Article III Subdivision Classes & Article IV Platting Jurisdiction • ADJOURNMENT
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Lumpkin County Land Use and Development Regulations Review Committee 342 Courthouse Hill Planning Commission Meeting Room July 20, 2026 5:00 PM Members Present: Rhett Stringer, Bobby Mayfield, Vanessa McGrath, Martin Durand, Chris Adams, Trevor Eudy, Kathy Lacy-Eglian, Megan Mazzola, Greg Hayes, Don Becker Staff Present: Alan Ours Meeting called to order at 5:00 pm Minutes from July 14, 2026 were approved by motion and raised hands with the elimination of flag lots, allow driveway easements serving no more than four lots. Require shared maintenance agreements on the driveway easements. Class I Subdivision • Remove the requirement that each lot have a minimum of 30 feet of public road frontage. • Only the parent parcel must have county road frontage, internal lots may be accessed via shared driveways/ Gateway Corridor Strategy and Zoning Alignment • Broad support for concentrating higher-density development within the Gateway Corridor to manage aesthetics, density, infrastructure, and sewer availability, while avoiding disruption to in-progress projects. • Clarified intent to limit Class 5 and Class 6 developments to sewer service areas. • Recognized corridor constraints (floodplain, rock, steep terrain, shallow parcels). • GDOT limits on new curb cuts to Highway 400. • Preference for access via local roads with expanded setbacks and screening. • Emphasis on preserving rural small-town character along Highway 400: stronger screening, building …
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Net migration+482 people (+$30.9M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)9 ({"Hurricane": 7, "Severe Storm": 4, "Tornado": 3, "Severe Ic · last Sat Jan 24, 2026)
Traffic fatalities7 (1 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments603 (6,011 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,094/mo (34 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy21.8% (low numeracy 33% · 2017)

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