Lumpkin County public meetings in 2025

Park & Rec Advisory Board

The Lumpkin County Parks & Rec Advisory Board will discuss several ongoing items, including finalizing a scholarship submission, reviewing field renovation and turf plans, and examining the coaching code of conduct. They will also consider travel tournaments for 2026 and the 2025‑2026 basketball season. New business items such as holiday scheduling and a report from the Pinetree Recreation Center staff will be addressed.

• Finalize scholarship submission to board
• Field renovations and turf project
• Review coaching code of conduct
• Travel tournaments for 2026
• 2025‑2026 basketball season

Board of Assessors

The Lumpkin County Board of Assessors will discuss several items at its regular meeting, including an ACO report and updates on homestead and veterans exemptions. Specific exemption applications, such as the veterans exemption for Justin M. McCarty, will be considered. The board will also review upcoming public‑utility and mobile‑home assessment information for 2026.

• ACO Report
• Homestead Exemptions
• Veterans Exemption — McCarty, Justin M.
• 2026 Public Utilities
• 2026 Mobile Home Digest

Development Authority

The Lumpkin County Development Authority will vote on a contract for services with the DLCCC for 2026. It will also adopt the 2026 budget, update its policy and procedures, and appoint two ad‑hoc committees. Officer nominations and a meeting schedule for 2026 will be confirmed.

• Approve 2026 DALC Contract for Services with DLCCC
• Approve 2026 DALC Budget
• Approve Development Authority of Lumpkin County Policy and Procedures
• Appoint Ad Hoc Hotel Committee
• Appoint Ad Hoc Commercial Office/Park Committee

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding the issuance of two alcoholic beverage licenses. The body will hear public comment on these specific business applications.

• Retail Beer/Wine Package Sales License for Sagar Barhe (Frogtown Junction, Inc. d/b/a Twisted Vines)
• Farm Winery Alcoholic Beverage License for Sean DeNardo (Stoney J's Farm & Orchard, LLC. d/b/a Stoney J's)

Board of Commissioners

The Lumpkin County Board will vote on a resolution approving the Yahoola Reservoir Management Plan. It will also consider appointments to two advisory boards, a list of surplus finance items, and several contracts ranging from tourism services to inmate food. New alcoholic beverage license applications and renewals for existing licenses will be reviewed. Public comment will be taken before adjourning.

• Resolution 2025-66 to approve the Yahoola Reservoir Management Plan
• Contract 2025-125 Tourism Service Contract with the Dahlonega‑Lumpkin County Convention and Visitors Bureau, Inc.
• Contract 2025-127 Inmate Food Services Contract – Agape Food Service
• New Alcoholic Beverage License applications for Twisted Vines and Stoney J's Farm & Orchard
• Resolution 2025-64 appointing members to the Lumpkin County Park & Rec Citizens Advisory Board

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider a reservoir management plan for the Yahoola Reservoir and a 2020 SPLOST work plan amendment. The meeting includes votes on various service contracts and numerous alcoholic beverage license applications and renewals.

• Yahoola Reservoir Management Plan pursuant to Georgia EPD requirements
• Inmate Food Services Contract with Agape Food Service
• 2020 SPLOST 2025 Work Plan Amendment
• New alcoholic beverage license applications for Twisted Vines and Stoney J's
• Tourism Service Contract with the Dahlonega-Lumpkin County Convention and Visitors Bureau, Inc.

Building Committee

The Building Committee is meeting to review the budget and design plans for the Animal Shelter. The session includes a review of current plans and architect revision items.

• Animal Shelter SPLOST budget: $2,500,000.00 allocated, $21,612.50 expended
• Review of current design plans
• Review of architect revision items

Planning Commission

The Lumpkin County Planning Commission will consider final plat approvals for five subdivisions. The items include Old Lapping Estates (7 lots), Foothill Estates (5 lots), a Dry Hollow Road subdivision (4 lots), and Magnolia at Belle’s Landing (14 lots). Each project is located within a designated character area such as Commerce Corridor, Rural Places, or Residential Growth. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Class II final plat approval for Old Lapping Estates – 7‑lot subdivision off Old Lapping Road (Parcels 065‑008, 065‑361) in the Commerce Corridor Character Area
• Class II final plat approval for Foothill Estates – 5‑lot subdivision at 5743 Dawsonville Hwy (Parcel 022‑059) in the Rural Places Character Area
• Class II final plat approval for a subdivision off Dry Hollow Road – 4‑lot subdivision (Parcel 096‑193) in the Residential Growth Character Area
• Class III final plat approval for Magnolia at Belle’s Landing – 14‑lot subdivision off Old Leathersford Road (Parcel 098‑168) in the Residential Growth Character Area

The commission unanimously approved the final plat for the Old Lapping Estates Class II subdivision (7 lots) off Old Lapping Road. It approved the Foothill Estates Class II subdivision (5 lots) at 5743 Dawsonville Hwy, conditional on a Road Maintenance Agreement. The Dry Hollow Road Class II subdivision (4 lots) was tabled until the January meeting. The Magnolia at Belle’s Landing Class III subdivision (14 lots) was approved with a correction for the Health Department.

• Approved Old Lapping Estates 7‑lot Class II plat (unanimous)
• Approved Foothill Estates 5‑lot Class II plat, condition: Road Maintenance Agreement (unanimous)
• Tabled Dry Hollow Road 4‑lot Class II plat until January (3‑1)
• Approved Magnolia at Belle’s Landing 14‑lot Class III plat with Health Dept correction (unanimous)

Veterans Affairs Committee

The Lumpkin County Veterans Affairs Committee will meet to review the treasurer's report and discuss the LC Veterans Cemetery. The body will also review the Veterans Day Parade and receive an update from the UNG Corps.

• LC Veterans Cemetery update
• Veterans Day Parade After Action Review (AAR)
• Monthly UNG Corps update

The Veterans Affairs Committee adopted a motion that an official request must be made before any money is given to an agency. The motion was passed. The meeting was then adjourned by a motion from Stan Kelley.

• Approved requirement for official request before agency funding (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Water & Sewerage Authority

The Authority will review financial reports from October 2025 and receive updates on two infrastructure projects. Members will also consider the LCWSA Purchasing Policy and Procedures.

• Update on Cane Branch WWTP Construction Project
• Update on Yahoola Creek Park Stream Restoration Project
• Status update on tap fee refunds to United Family Homes
• Consideration of LCWSA Purchasing Policy and Procedures

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the November 4, 2025 meeting, both unanimously. They also accepted the October financial statements with a unanimous vote. A refund of $373,624.50 in tap fees was received from United Family Homes. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 2:33 p.m.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved November 4, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted October financials (unanimous)
• Refund of $373,624.50 tap fees received from United Family Homes
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners will vote on a resolution to approve the Yahoola Reservoir Management Plan. It will also consider appointments to advisory boards, several service contracts, new alcoholic beverage license applications, and a variance request for an animal facility at 8493 Dawsonville Highway. Additional items include a surplus finance report and a SPLOST work plan amendment.

• Resolution 2025-66: Approve Reservoir Management Plan for Yahoola Reservoir
• Contract 2025-125: Tourism Service Contract with Dahlonega‑Lumpkin County Convention and Visitors Bureau, Inc.
• Contract 2025-130: Peachtree Recovery Services, Inc. contract
• New Alcoholic Beverage License applications for Twisted Vines and Stoney J's
• Variance request for an animal facility at 8493 Dawsonville Highway

The commissioners approved the Reservoir Management Plan for the Yahoola Reservoir. They appointed Michael Shawn Boyd and Jessica Tardonia to the Lumpkin County Park & Rec Citizens Advisory Board (terms ending 12/31/2027) and Melissa Line to the Region One Department of Behavioral Health & Development Disabilities Advisory Planning Board (term ending 10/19/2028). No vote tallies were recorded for these actions.

• Approved Reservoir Management Plan for Yahoola Reservoir (no vote tally recorded)
• Appointed Michael Shawn Boyd to Park & Rec Advisory Board Seat 1 (term expires 12/31/2027)
• Appointed Jessica Tardonia to Park & Rec Advisory Board Seat 3 (term expires 12/31/2027)
• Appointed Melissa Line to Region One DBHDD Advisory Planning Board (term expires 10/19/2028)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to discuss an ACO report and review homestead and veterans exemptions. The board is also scheduled to discuss 2026 ABOS, NADA, and DNR schedules.

• Review of Veterans Exemptions for 11 named individuals
• Discussion of Homestead Exemptions
• Review of 2026 ABOS, NADA, and DNR Schedules
• ACO Report

The Lumpkin County Board of Assessors approved the October 14 meeting minutes, the ACO report, homestead exemptions, and all listed veterans exemption applications, each by a 4‑0 vote. The board also approved the 2026 ABOS and 2026 NADA schedules with unanimous votes. The 2026 DNR list was tabled until the December meeting, also by a 4‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned after a unanimous motion.

• Approved October 14, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved ACO report (4-0)
• Approved homestead exemptions (4-0)
• Approved all veterans exemption applications (4-0)
• Approved implementation of 2026 ABOS schedules (4-0)
• Approved implementation of 2026 NADA schedules for manufactured housing (4-0)
• Tabled 2026 DNR list until December meeting (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Development Authority

The board will consider the meeting agenda and approve the consent agenda items, which include the October 2025 DALC minutes and financial report. A demographics presentation for Lumpkin County will be given by Robb Nichols. The board will also discuss strategic priorities and partner announcements covering infrastructure, industrial and commercial development, and workforce initiatives.

• Approve 2025 October DALC minutes (consent agenda)
• Approve 2025 October DALC financials (consent agenda)
• Lumpkin County demographics presentation by Robb Nichols
• Strategic priorities and partner announcements (infrastructure, industrial/commercial development, workforce)
• Adopt 2025‑2026 meeting schedule

The Development Authority did not achieve a quorum, so no official meeting was held and no actions were taken. All agenda items, including the agenda and consent agenda, remained unapproved. The meeting was adjourned at 9:53 AM.

Airport Authority

The Lumpkin County Airport Authority will review and act on the Hangar E lease agreement (Resolution 2025-04) and receive updates on ongoing airport projects. The meeting also includes routine business such as approval of the August 19, 2025 minutes and presentation of financial reports.

• Resolution 2025-04: Hangar E Lease Agreement
• Airport Project Updates
• Review and approval of August 19, 2025 meeting minutes
• Financial report presentation
• Standard procedural items (call to order, agenda approval, comments)

The Authority approved a 25‑year lease for Hangar E with renewal options every five years, passing the motion unanimously. Earlier agenda, minutes, and the financial report were also approved unanimously. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Agenda approved (unanimous)
• Minutes of Aug. 19, 2025 approved (unanimous)
• Financials accepted (unanimous)
• Approved 25‑year Hangar E lease with 5‑year intervals (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions, including the 2026 meeting calendar, a new county holiday schedule, the FY2027 budget calendar, a finance and purchasing policy, and the designation of Auraria Road as Cherokee Heritage Parkway. They will also reappoint a member to the Board of Health and appoint members to the Audit and Building Committees. The agenda includes approval of multiple contracts and agreements covering services such as tax software, energy and construction, and park landscaping. Additional discussion items cover a cycling association request, a property annexation, a SPLOST work plan amendment, and a watershed protection plan.

• Resolution 2025-60: Designate Auraria Road as Cherokee Heritage Parkway
• Resolution 2025-56: Establish 2026 Lumpkin County Government Holiday Schedule
• Resolution 2025-57: Consider Lumpkin County 2026 Budget Calendar for FY2027
• Contract 2025-121: New tax software from Assurance Tax Software
• Contract 2025-122: Energy and Construction Services contract with Schneider Electric Buildings Americas, Inc.

The Board of Commissioners adopted Resolution 8 designating Auraria Road as Cherokee Heritage Parkway. It also approved several other resolutions, including the 2026 holiday schedule, the FY 2027 budget calendar, and a finance and purchasing policy. The board approved multiple contracts and agreements, reappointed a member to the Board of Health, and appointed members to the Audit and Building Committees. The Watershed Protection Plan was adopted and the 2026 SPLOST work plan amendment was approved.

• Adopted Resolution 8 designating Auraria Road as Cherokee Heritage Parkway
• Approved 2026 Lumpkin County Government Holiday Schedule (Resolution 5)
• Approved FY 2027 Budget Calendar (Resolution 6)
• Approved Finance & Purchasing Policy (Resolution 7)
• Reappointed Brigette Barker to Board of Health (Resolution 9)
• Appointed members to Audit Committee (Resolution 10)
• Appointed members to Building Committee (Resolution 11)
• Adopted LCWSA Watershed Protection Plan (Item 27)

Board of Commissioners

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners will consider resolutions for the 2026 meeting calendar, holiday schedule, and budget calendar. The agenda includes appointments to the Audit and Building Committees, the designation of Auraria Road as Cherokee Heritage Parkway, and the renewal of several subleases and service contracts.

• Designation of Auraria Road as Cherokee Heritage Parkway
• Appointments to Audit Committee and Building Committee
• 2026 SPLOST 2025 Work Plan Amendment
• Renewal of Chestatee River Adventures canoe launch sublease
• Request to consider First Responder PTSD Insurance

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners approved a series of resolutions and contracts, including designating Auraria Road as Cherokee Heritage Parkway and establishing the 2026 government holiday schedule. They also adopted the 2026 budget calendar, approved the annexation of the Bryan Bergstein property into Dahlonega, and adopted the LCWSA Watershed Protection Plan. All motions were approved unanimously.

• Designated Auraria Road as Cherokee Heritage Parkway – approved unanimously
• Established 2026 Lumpkin County Government Holiday Schedule – approved unanimously
• Adopted 2026 Budget Calendar for FY 2027 – approved unanimously
• Reappointed Brigette Barker to Board of Health (term exp. 12/31/2031) – approved unanimously
• Appointed members to Audit Committee – approved unanimously
• Approved annexation of Bryan Bergstein property into City of Dahlonega – approved unanimously
• Approved Native American Park landscaping & engineering contract with Breedlove Land Planning – approved unanimously
• Adopted LCWSA Watershed Protection Plan – approved unanimously

Park & Rec Advisory Board

The Lumpkin County Parks & Rec Advisory Board will discuss pricing for field rentals for 2026 travel tournaments. They will also review the scholarship recap, field renovations and turf project, the 2025‑2026 basketball season, and updates for the Pinetree Rec Center. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as call to order, invocation, and approval of minutes.

• Scholarship recap
• Field renovations and turf project
• Pricing for field rentals for 2026 travel tournaments
• 2025‑2026 basketball season planning
• Pinetree Rec Center updates

The board approved the minutes from the previous meeting unanimously. It adopted the proposed tournament field rental rates for 2026 after a motion by Hank Haynes and second by Justin Davis, with all members in favor. The board also approved adding a 5‑minute quarter to Little Hooper basketball games for teams with ten or more players. The meeting was adjourned at 6:30 pm unanimously.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted 2026 tournament field rental rates (unanimous)
• Added 5‑minute quarter to Little Hooper games for teams with ≥10 players (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:30 pm (unanimous)

Board of Elections

The Lumpkin County Board of Elections will discuss the November 4, 2025 special/municipal election. It will consider provisional ballots from that election and then certify the official results. The meeting also includes routine items such as agenda approval and public comments.

• November 4, 2025 Special/Municipal Election Discussion
• Provisional Ballots: November 4, 2025 Special/Municipal Election
• Certification of November 4, 2025 Special/Municipal Election
• Approval of Agenda
• Public Comments

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the October 13, 2025 minutes. It then denied a variance request for Vehicle Parking (Limited) on John D Reeves Road and denied a variance for an Animal Facility (Limited) at 8493 Dawsonville Highway. Finally, it unanimously approved a subdivision variance for Lot 3, Parcel 050 150.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 13, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Denied variance for Vehicle Parking (Limited) on John D Reeves Road (unanimous)
• Denied variance for Animal Facility (Limited) at 8493 Dawsonville Hwy (unanimous)
• Approved subdivision variance for Lot 3, Parcel 050 150 (unanimous)

Board of Elections

The Lumpkin County Board of Elections and Voter Registration will meet to precertify and review precinct returns from the November 4, 2025, Special/Municipal Election.

• Precertification and review of November 4, 2025 Special/Municipal Election precinct returns

Veterans Affairs Committee

The Lumpkin County Veterans Affairs Committee will meet to review status reports and updates. The body will discuss the Paint the Tank project, the LC Veterans Cemetery, and the Veterans Day Parade.

• Paint the Tank status report
• LC Veterans Cemetery update
• Veterans Day Parade discussion
• Monthly UNG Corps update

The committee approved the meeting minutes as corrected. It also approved the listed financial items: $103,623.40 for the cemetery, $3,500 for a tank, $3,948.58 for the operating account, and $70 for the Vietnam Memorial Marker. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved minutes as corrected (motion by Wyatt, seconded by John)
• Approved financial allocations: cemetery $103,623.40, tank $3,500, operating account $3,948.58, Vietnam Memorial Marker $70 (motion by Liz, seconded by Heath)

Water & Sewerage Authority

The Lumpkin County Water & Sewerage Authority will review financial statements for September 2025 and consider adopting a Watershed Protection Plan. The agenda also includes updates on the Cane Branch WWTP construction project and discussions regarding wastewater capacity allocations.

• Approval of September 2025 financial reports
• Update on Cane Branch WWTP Construction Project
• Adoption of LCWSA Watershed Protection Plan
• Yahoola Creek Monitoring Plan
• United Family Homes - Tap fee refund and sewer capacity rescission

Board of Commissioners

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners held a work session with presentations from the local chamber and visitors bureau, and reviewed minutes from prior meetings. Commissioners will decide on the 2026 meeting calendar, the 2026 government holiday schedule, and the 2026 budget calendar for FY 2027, along with a new finance and purchasing policy and several resolutions recognizing the Eastern Band of Cherokee and designating Auraria Road as Cherokee Heritage Parkway. The agenda also includes appointments to various county boards and committees, multiple contract approvals, and items such as a cycling association request, a city annexation, and a SPLOST work‑plan amendment.

• 2025-55 – Consideration of the 2026 Board of Commissioners meeting calendar
• 2025-56 – Establishment of the 2026 Lumpkin County government holiday schedule
• 2025-57 – Consideration of the Lumpkin County 2026 budget calendar for FY 2027
• 2025-121 – Approval of new tax software from Assurance Tax Software
• 2025-122 – Energy and construction services contract with Schneider Electric Buildings Americas, Inc.

The Board held a work session, heard presentations from the Chamber of Commerce and the Visitors Bureau, and reviewed a series of resolutions, appointments, and contract items. The minutes do not record any approvals, denials, vote totals, or other outcomes for these items. Commissioners made comments on the naming of Auraria Road and a park landscaping contract, and public comment addressed safety on Old Leathers Ford Road and support for a youth bike program.

Development Authority

The Development Authority will receive a presentation on an inland port from the Georgia Ports Authority. The body will also discuss 120 Riley Rd and the authority's policy and procedures.

• Inland Port presentation by Taylor Worley of Georgia Ports Authority
• Discussion regarding 120 Riley Rd
• Review of Development Authority of Lumpkin County Policy and Procedures

The Development Authority Board approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, both by motion. The meeting was then adjourned by a motion. No substantive policy or project decisions were made.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Board of Elections

The Lumpkin County Board of Elections will discuss the November 4, 2025 special and municipal general election. It will also set dates for the precertification meeting on November 7, 2025 at 3:00 PM and the certification meeting on November 10, 2025 at 2:00 PM. Routine items include approval of the agenda and July 18, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Discussion of November 4, 2025 Special Election / Municipal General Election
• Discussion of Precertification meeting date: Friday, November 7, 2025 at 3:00 PM
• Discussion of Certification meeting date: Monday, November 10, 2025 at 2:00 PM
• Approval of July 18, 2025 Monthly Meeting minutes
• Approval of agenda

Airport Authority

The Lumpkin County Airport Authority meeting will review the August 19, 2025 meeting minutes and approve the agenda. It will receive a financial report, discuss updates from recent airport inspections, and consider Resolution 2025‑04 concerning a lease agreement for Hangar E.

• Resolution 2025‑04: Hangar E Lease Agreement
• Financial report presentation
• Airport inspection updates
• Approval of agenda
• Review of August 19, 2025 meeting minutes

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review resolutions regarding the alcoholic beverage ordinance and hospital authority appointments. The meeting includes decisions on multiple service contracts and a property transfer to the LC Development Authority.

• Resolution 2025-52 to update the Alcoholic Beverage Ordinance
• Transfer of property at 120 Riley Road to LC Development Authority
• Bid award to Blount Construction Co. for County Roads Safety Improvements
• Character Area Map Amendment for Parcel 083 100 (Residential Growth to Gateway Corridor Overlay District)
• ARPA funding request for Cane Branch WWTP Collection System Improvements

The Board noted a resident complaint about a short‑term rental party and said Planning & Development sent a certified letter to the owner warning of citations and possible license suspension. The Board also ratified two contracts: the Mobile Communications contract for the county radio tower dish alignment and the Enotah Public Defender Indigent Defense contract covering four counties. Several resolutions were recorded for the meeting.

• Sent certified letter to short‑term rental owner warning of citations and possible license suspension
• Ratified Mobile Communications Contract (2025-106) for radio tower dish alignment
• Ratified Enotah Public Defender Indigent Defense Contract (2025-112) for four counties

Board of Commissioners

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners will consider Resolution 2025-52 to update the Alcoholic Beverage Ordinance. They will also appoint members to the Hospital Authority and authorize a grant pre‑application for the Recreational Trail Program. Several contracts and agreements, including a lease for the Ninth District Opportunity Inc. Head Start building and a mobile communications contract for the county radio tower, will be reviewed for approval.

• Resolution 2025-52: Update Alcoholic Beverage Ordinance (County Clerk Melissa Witcher)
• Resolution 2025-53: Appoint members to Hospital Authority (terms expiring 03/01/2029 and 03/01/2026)
• Resolution 2025-54: Authorize Recreational Trail Program grant pre‑application, schedule, and cost estimate (Rebecca Mincey)
• Contract 2025-099: Lease of Ninth District Opportunity Inc. Head Start building
• Contract 2025-106: Mobile communications contract for Lumpkin County radio tower dish alignment (ratify)

The Board denied the request to change Parcel 083100 from Residential Growth to the Gateway Corridor Overlay District, voting unanimously. It also approved several routine resolutions and contracts, including updating the alcoholic beverage ordinance and appointing two members to the Hospital Authority, all unanimously. Additionally, the Board approved ARPA funding for Cane Branch WWTP improvements and the recommended scope of work for an energy‑savings project.

• Denied Character Area Map amendment for Parcel 083100 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-52 to update Alcoholic Beverage Ordinance (unanimous)
• Appointed Reesa Crisson‑Shedd to Hospital Authority Seat 3 (unanimous)
• Appointed Jill Holman to Hospital Authority Seat 6 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-54 Recreational Trail Program grant pre‑application (unanimous)
• Approved ARPA funding allocation for Cane Branch WWTP collection system improvements (unanimous)
• Approved Energy Savings Project scope of work (Option A) (unanimous)
• Approved multiple contracts and agreements (e.g., Ninth District Opportunity lease, vehicle transfer, Fire/EMS aid agreement) (unanimous)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review applications for homestead, disability, and veterans tax exemptions. Specific exemption requests will be discussed for named applicants. The meeting also includes routine reports and an executive session.

• Review of homestead exemption applications
• Consideration of disability exemption for Kathleen Chindemi
• Veterans exemption requests for Christine Abercrombie, Benjamin Boyce, Bo Deneff, Richard John Moore, and Michael James Ramsey

The Board approved the ACO report, homestead exemptions, a disability exemption, and all veteran exemption applications, each with a unanimous 5-0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken. The meeting was adjourned at 10:16 a.m. after a 5-0 vote to adjourn.

• Approved ACO report (5-0)
• Approved homestead exemptions (5-0)
• Approved disability exemption for Kathleen Chindemi (5-0)
• Approved veteran exemptions for five applicants (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider two requests from Tarpon Towers III, LLC: a variance to the 5‑mile tower separation rule and approval of a new telecommunications tower at 59 Hightower Church Road, Tax Parcel 031 225, located in the Rural Places character area. The commission will also review a variance request for vehicle parking access on John D. Reeves Road, a final plat approval for the Ralston Grandchildren, and a lot‑size variance from Charles Blackstock. Decisions will be made on these land‑use and development applications.

• Variance request for vehicle parking access on John D. Reeves Road (Property 400 LLC, Tax Parcel 067 143)
• Final plat approval request for Ralston Grandchildren (Class II Subdivision)
• Lot‑size variance request from Charles Blackstock (Section 26‑71)
• Variance to 5‑mile tower separation rule for Tarpon Towers III (Tax Parcel 031 225)
• Approval of new telecommunications tower for Taroon Towers III (Tax Parcel 031 225)

The commission approved the final plat for the John W. Ralston estate subdivision and denied a variance request from Charles Blackstock. It also approved a variance allowing a new telecommunication tower to be placed within five miles of existing towers, and then approved the tower itself. An old‑business variance request from Jody Pelfrey was tabled until she could attend.

• Approved agenda amendment moving item 2 to last (unanimous)
• Approved September 8, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for John W. Ralston estate subdivision (unanimous)
• Denied Charles Blackstock variance request (unanimous)
• Approved variance for new telecom tower within 5‑mile buffer (unanimous)
• Approved construction of new 240‑ft telecom tower (unanimous)
• Tabled Jody Pelfrey variance request pending attendance (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Hospital Authority

The Lumpkin County Hospital Authority will meet to review nominees for open positions on the authority. The body will also address an open secretary position and approve minutes from the July 9, 2025 meeting.

• Review of nominees Reese Crisson-Shedd, Jill Holman, and Daniel Bosanko
• Filling of Seat 3 (term ended 3/1/2025)
• Filling of Seat 6 (term ending 3/1/2026)
• Filling of open Secretary position

The Lumpkin County Hospital Authority Trust met in the County Administration Board Room on July 9, 2025. The agenda included approval of minutes, a treasurer’s report, old business, and new business. The minutes do not record any approvals, denials, or vote tallies. Consequently, no substantive decisions were made.

Park & Rec Advisory Board

The board is meeting to review ongoing field renovations and scholarship recaps. Discussions will include planning for the 2025-2026 basketball season and 2026 travel tournament pricing.

• Field Renovations and Turf Project
• Pricing for Field Rentals for 2026 Travel Tournaments
• 2025-2026 Basketball Season
• Pinetree Rec Center
• Possible updates to Code of Conduct

The Citizens Advisory Board approved the prior meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. A motion to accept the drafted parents and coaches Code of Conduct also passed unanimously. The board then adjourned the meeting at 6:42 pm with unanimous consent. No other formal actions were recorded.

• Approved previous minutes (unanimously)
• Adopted parents and coaches Code of Conduct (unanimously)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:42 pm (unanimously)

Water & Sewerage Authority

The Lumpkin County Water & Sewerage Authority will review financial reports and construction updates for the Cane Branch WWTP. The body will discuss funding allocations for sewer system improvements and review sewage usage guidelines.

• Cane Branch WWTP Construction Project update
• Request for ARPA Funding Allocation for sewer system improvements
• Wastewater Treatment Capacity Allocations and Utilization update
• Review of LCWSA 2022 Sewage Usage Guidelines

The board unanimously approved a change order not to exceed $1.5 M for sewer system improvements, pending ARPA funding. It also accepted the August 2025 financial statements and the wastewater treatment capacity tracking update. The agenda and the September 2, 2025 meeting minutes were approved without dissent.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted August 2025 financials (unanimous)
• Approved change order for sewer improvements up to $1.5 M (unanimous)
• Accepted wastewater treatment capacity tracking update (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several service contracts and resolutions, including a road safety bid award to Blount Construction Co. The meeting includes presentations from Lanier Tech and Friends of the Animal Shelter, as well as a decision on a character area map amendment for Parcel 083 100.

• Resolution 2025-52 to update the Alcoholic Beverage Ordinance
• Bid award to Blount Construction Co. for County Roads Safety Improvements
• Transfer of property at 120 Riley Road to LC Development Authority
• Decision on Character Area Map Amendment for Parcel 083 100 (Residential Growth to Gateway Corridor Overlay District)
• ARPA funding allocation request for Cane Branch WWTP Collection System Improvements

The Commissioners agreed to move forward and ratified the County Roads Safety Improvements contract with Blount Construction Co. No other substantive approvals, denials, or votes were recorded in the minutes. The meeting included presentations, public comments, and announcements but no additional decisions.

• Ratified County Roads Safety Improvements contract with Blount Construction Co.

Veterans Affairs Committee

The Lumpkin County Veterans Affairs Committee will meet on Oct 1, 2025 at 1630 hours. The committee will discuss the Paint the Tank status report, an update on the Lumpkin County Veterans Cemetery, and plans for the Veterans Day Parade. No decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Paint the Tank status report
• Lumpkin County Veterans Cemetery update
• Veterans Day Parade planning

The Veterans Affairs Committee approved the meeting minutes and the financial report. It decided to use white rock to standardize the park and the county will place the order. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved meeting minutes (motion by Wes, seconded by Michelle)
• Approved finances (motion by Liz, seconded by John)
• Decided to use white rock for park standardization; county will order it
• Adjourned meeting (motion by John)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet to establish the 2026 budget and the 2025 Ad Valorem Tax Millage Rate. The board will also consider a contract for a culvert replacement project.

• Resolution 2025-50: Adopting the 2026 Budget
• Resolution 2025-51: Establishing 2025 Ad Valorem Tax Millage Rate
• Contract 2025-098: Lumpkin County Parkway/Cane Creek Culvert Replacement Project

Development Authority

The Lumpkin County Development Authority will discuss an economic development strategy, financing options with tax‑exempt bonds, and policy updates. A key agenda item is the feasibility study for a premium brand hotel. The board will also consider a contract for 120 Riley Rd and share strategic priorities with county and city partners.

• Economic Development Strategy Proposal
• Financing with Tax‑Exempt Bonds
• Feasibility Study for a Premium Brand Hotel
• Contract discussion for 120 Riley Rd
• Strategic priorities and partner announcements

The Development Authority board voted to approve the meeting agenda. It also approved the consent agenda. The meeting was then adjourned. No other actions were taken.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hold a public hearing. A member of the public, Ramakrishnan Srinivasan, will request a Character Area Map amendment for Parcel 083‑100. The commissioners will listen to the request but no decision is indicated in the agenda.

• Public comment: request for Character Area Map amendment on Parcel 083‑100

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners met on September 16, 2025 for a public hearing on a request to amend the Character Area Map for Parcel 083‑100 in the Gateway Corridor Overlay District. Commissioners and staff presented background information, and members of the public voiced support and opposition. The minutes record no vote, approval, denial, or tabling of the amendment. Consequently, no formal decision was made at this meeting.

Board of Commissioners

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to consider several resolutions and contracts. Items include adopting an internal promotion policy, amending the FY2026 budget calendar, and submitting three names for hospital authority vacancies. The board will also review multiple agreements such as a fire/EMS aid agreement, a GDOT rural transportation grant application, and a highway sale contract.

• Resolution 2025-47: Adopt Internal Promotion Policy (Community & Employee Services Director Alicia Davis)
• Resolution 2025-48: Amend 2025 Budget Calendar for FY2026 Budget – Amendment #2 (Finance Director Abby Branan)
• Contract 2025-090: White County – Fire/EMS Automatic Aid Agreement (EMS Director David Wimpy)
• Contract 2025-094: GDOT 5311 Rural Transportation Grant Application (Fleet Manager Randy Allison)
• Contract 2025-097: Sale of 833 Old Dahlonega Hwy (County Attorney Joy Edelberg) – ratify

The Lumpkin County Board adopted an internal promotion policy and amended the FY2026 budget calendar. It approved a fire/EMS aid agreement with White County, a statewide opioid settlement, and a recycling‑haul lease. The board also ratified the sale of 833 Old Dahlonega Highway and a turf installation cost proposal.

• Adopted internal promotion policy (Resolution 2025-47)
• Amended FY2026 budget calendar (Resolution 2025-48)
• Approved White County Fire/EMS Automatic Aid Agreement (Contract 2025-090)
• Approved Georgia opioid settlement agreement (Contract 2025-093)
• Approved recycling & transfer station lease with Mark Robinson Hauling (Contract 2025-095)
• Ratified sale contract for 833 Old Dahlonega Hwy (Contract 2025-097)
• Ratified cost proposal for turf installation on the Cloverleaf (Item 18)
• Submitted three names for hospital authority vacancies (Resolution 2025-49)

Board of Commissioners

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners will review internal policies, approve budget amendments, and ratify contracts including a recycling station lease and a 833 Old Dahlonega Hwy sale. The agenda also includes a public hearing on a character area map amendment and a recommendation on an energy savings project.

• Amend 2025 Budget Calendar for FY2026 - Amendment #2
• National Opioids Settlement Agreement Ratification
• 833 Old Dahlonega Hwy Sale Contract Ratification
• Recycling & Transfer Station Lease Agreement - Mark Robinson Hauling
• Public Hearing: Ramakrishnan Srinivasan Character Area Map Amendment

The Board approved the meeting agenda and adopted Resolution 2025-47 to create an internal promotion policy. It also approved Resolution 2025-48 amending the FY2026 budget calendar. Several contracts and agreements—including a fire/EMS aid agreement, a TruGreen turf‑care amendment, and a national opioid settlement—were approved unanimously, while the recommendation on the Energy Savings Project scope was tabled.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted internal promotion policy (Resolution 2025-47, unanimous)
• Amended FY2026 budget calendar (Resolution 2025-48, unanimous)
• Approved White County Fire/EMS Automatic Aid Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved TruGreen Turf Care contract amendment (unanimous)
• Approved Alvogen et al. National Opioids Settlement agreement (unanimous)
• Approved GA Power Easement for pedestrian bridge area (unanimous)
• Tabled Energy Savings Project scope recommendation (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed 2026 budget. A budget handout dated 08/28/2025 will be available for reference. No formal decisions on the budget are scheduled for this meeting.

• Public comment on the proposed 2026 budget (handout dated 08/28/2025)

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners met on September 16, 2025. No public comments were received on the proposed 2026 budget, and the meeting was adjourned after ten minutes. No actions or votes were recorded.

Park & Rec Advisory Board

The Citizens Advisory Board will meet to review ongoing field renovations and the turf project. The board will also discuss scheduling and pricing for upcoming sports seasons and tournaments.

• Field Renovations and Turf Project
• Pricing for 2026 travel tournament field rentals
• 2025-2026 basketball season
• Girl's flag football and cheer seasons
• Pinetree Rec Center

The Citizens Advisory Board approved the minutes from the previous meeting with a unanimous vote. Later, the board unanimously voted to adjourn the September 10, 2025 meeting at 6:25 p.m. No other motions were recorded as decided.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment at 6:25 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review the ACO report and discuss property tax exemption programs. Topics include homestead exemptions and veterans exemptions. No other business is listed.

• Review ACO report
• Consider homestead exemption applications
• Consider veterans exemption applications

The Board of Assessors unanimously approved the ACO report, homestead exemptions, and veterans exemptions. They also agreed to review a memo and spreadsheet correcting exemption data at the October meeting. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved ACO Report (4-0)
• Approved Homestead Exemptions (4-0)
• Approved Veterans Exemptions (4-0)
• Agreed to review memo and spreadsheet at October meeting
• Motion to adjourn meeting passed (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider final plat approvals for two proposed subdivisions. The body will also hold its annual election for Chair and Vice-Chair officers.

• Final plat approval for Knight’s Mountain subdivision (Tax Parcel 034 004 & 022 334) off Dawsonville Hwy
• Final plat review for Fuller Four subdivision (Tax Parcel 058 071) off Duffy Grizzle Road
• Election of 2025/2026 Chair and Vice-Chair officers

The commission approved its agenda and the August 11, 2025 meeting minutes. It retained David Woodward as Chair and Chris Adams as Vice‑Chair. The commission approved the final plat for the Knight’s Mountain subdivision, requiring the detention‑pond fence to be completed within six months. It also approved the final plat for the Fuller Four subdivision.

• Approved agenda (all members present voted in favor)
• Approved August 11, 2025 minutes (all members present voted in favor)
• Retained David Woodward as Chair (all members present voted in favor)
• Retained Chris Adams as Vice‑Chair (all members present voted in favor)
• Approved Knight’s Mountain final plat with fence completion within 6 months (all members present voted in favor)
• Approved Fuller Four subdivision final plat (all members present voted in favor)

Veterans Affairs Committee

The committee will meet to review status reports on local veterans projects. Discussions include the LC Veterans Cemetery and the Veterans Day Parade.

• Paint the Tank status report
• LC Veterans Cemetery update
• Veterans Day Parade planning
• Veterans Wall engravings
• Monthly UNG Corps update

Water & Sewerage Authority

The Lumpkin County Water & Sewerage Authority will hold its regular meeting on September 2, 2025. The agenda includes July 2025 financial reports, an update on the Cane Branch wastewater treatment plant construction, and several old and new business items such as a lease agreement for a Climavision radar installation, a review of the authority’s purchasing policy, and a request for wastewater treatment capacity allocation from Gaskins Lecraw.

• Update on Cane Branch wastewater treatment plant construction project
• Lease agreement for Climavision radar installation
• Consideration of LCWSA purchasing policy and procedures
• Request from Gaskins Lecraw for wastewater treatment capacity allocation
• July 2025 financial reports (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow summary)

The board approved the meeting agenda and the August 2, 2025 minutes, each unanimously. It accepted the July financial statements without dissent. Members voted unanimously to amend the draft Climavision lease to a six‑year term beginning September 2, 2025 and directed the attorney to add termination language.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August 2, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted July financials (unanimous)
• Amended Climavision lease to 6‑year term starting Sep 2 2025 (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn carried

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider a resolution to adopt an internal promotion policy for the Community & Employee Services Director. It will also vote on an amendment to the FY2026 budget calendar. Several contracts and agreements, including a fire/EMS automatic aid agreement with White County and a rural transportation grant application to GDOT, will be reviewed. Additional items include a recommendation for an energy‑savings project and approval of a turf installation cost proposal.

• Resolution 2025-47: Adopt an Internal Promotion Policy (Community & Employee Services Director Alicia Davis)
• Resolution 2025-48: Amend 2025 Budget Calendar for FY2026 Budget – Amendment #2 (Finance Director Abby Branan)
• Contract 2025-090: White County – Fire/EMS Automatic Aid Agreement (EMS Director David Wimpy)
• Contract 2025-094: GDOT 5311 Rural Transportation Grant Application (Fleet Manager Randy Allison)
• Other Item 16: Recommendation on Scope of Work for Energy Savings Project (Assistant County Manager Ashley Peck)

The commissioners agreed to proceed with the turf installation project for the Cloverleaf, with formal ratification to occur at the regular meeting. Motions to enter and later exit executive session were each approved unanimously. Commissioners Greene and Stringer will meet staff to prioritize the scope of work for the energy‑savings project. Clarifications were requested on the White County Fire/EMS aid agreement, the Army training‑exercise MOU, and the TruGreen turf‑care contract amendment.

• Consensus to move forward with turf installation on the Cloverleaf (pending ratification)
• Motion to enter executive session approved unanimously (5-0)
• Motion to exit executive session approved unanimously (5-0)
• Commissioners Greene and Stringer will meet with staff to prioritize energy‑savings project scope
• Requested updated maps and staff analysis for White County Fire/EMS Automatic Aid Agreement
• Requested clarification on Department of the Army Training Exercise MOU
• Requested clarification on TruGreen Turf Care Contract amendment details

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a special work session to discuss the 2026 county budget. No other items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Discussion of 2026 county budget

The Commissioners reviewed the Finance Director’s presentation of the 2026 county budget, including tax‑digest increases and required fund‑balance levels. They examined options for meeting the budget using fund balance, changes to merit‑pay and cost‑of‑living adjustments, and potential merit limits. No formal motions, approvals, or vote tallies were recorded during the session. The meeting adjourned at 12:11 p.m.

Development Authority

The Development Authority will consider the agenda and approve the July minutes and July financials. It will receive reports, review contracts, and discuss strategic priorities with partner agencies. The meeting will also adopt the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Approval of July minutes
• Approval of July financials
• Review of contracts
• Strategic priorities and partner announcements (County, City, utility and workforce partners)
• Adoption of 2025 meeting schedule

The Lumpkin County Development Authority board approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda by motions that carried. No other substantive actions were taken. The meeting was adjourned at 9:37 AM.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Airport Authority

The Lumpkin County Airport Authority meeting will review updates on the fueling station and the annual airport inspection. It will consider two lease resolutions: transferring the lease for Hangar G and establishing a lease agreement for Hangar E. The board will also handle routine agenda approvals.

• Fueling station update
• Resolution 2025-03 – Hangar G lease assignment/transfer
• Resolution 2025-04 – Hangar E lease agreement
• Update on annual inspection

The Authority unanimously approved the agenda and the May 20 meeting minutes. A resolution to transfer the Hangar G lease (Resolution 2025-03) was also approved unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-03 – Hangar G lease assignment/transfer (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss dedicating land and funding for a Veterans Memorial Cemetery at Blackburn Park. The meeting includes reviews of several service contracts and updates to county purchasing and fleet card policies.

• Resolution 2025-46 to dedicate land for a Lumpkin County Veterans Memorial Cemetery
• Resolution 2025-45 to revise Purchasing, Purchasing Card, and Fleet Card Policy
• Contract 2025-087 for Health Department Roof Replacement with American Property Restoration
• Contract 2025-086 for Fire/EMS Paging System Replacement with Mobile Communications
• 2026 LMIG & TSPLOST Paving List

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners ratified three items: a proclamation honoring the 2025 8U Baseball Coach Pitch GRPA State Champions, the Fire/EMS paging system replacement contract with Mobile Communications, and the 2026 LMIG & TSPLOST paving list. Other agenda items were discussed but no decisions were recorded for them.

• Ratified proclamation recognizing 2025 8U Baseball Coach Pitch GRPA State Champions
• Ratified Fire/EMS paging system replacement contract with Mobile Communications
• Ratified 2026 LMIG & TSPLOST paving list

Board of Commissioners

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions, including a land dedication for a veterans memorial cemetery and a revision of purchasing and fleet card policies. They will also ratify contracts such as a uniform service agreement with UniFirst Corp. and a fire/EMS paging system replacement. Additional items include a public works contract amendment and a health department roof replacement contract.

• Resolution 2025-46 to dedicate land for a Lumpkin County Veterans Memorial Cemetery
• Resolution 2025-45 to revise Lumpkin County Purchasing, Purchasing Card, and Fleet Card Policy
• Contract 2025-081 Public Works Uniform Service Agreement with UniFirst Corp.
• Resolution 2025-086 Ratify Fire/EMS Paging System Replacement – Mobile Communications
• Contract 2025-087 Health Department Roof Replacement with American Property Restoration

The Board approved the agenda and ratified two proclamations. It adopted a resolution to dedicate land for a new Veterans Memorial Cemetery and approved several contracts and policy revisions. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Ratified proclamation for 2025 8U Baseball Coach Pitch GRPA State Champions (unanimous)
• Ratified proclamation for September as National Senior Center Month (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-45 to revise purchasing, purchasing card, and fleet card policy (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-46 to dedicate land for a Lumpkin County Veterans Memorial Cemetery (unanimous)
• Approved Public Works Uniform Service Agreement with UniFirst Corp. (unanimous)
• Approved Purdue National Opioids Settlement agreement (unanimous)
• Ratified Fire/EMS Paging System Replacement contract with Mobile Communications (unanimous)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors approved homestead exemption applications, veterans exemption applications, and a CUVA removal request, each with a 5-0 vote. A motion to adjourn the meeting was also approved. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved homestead exemptions (5-0)
• Approved veterans exemptions (5-0)
• Approved CUVA removal/ breach request for Maureen Rice (5-0)
• Motion to adjourn passed (vote recorded as 9:3)

Planning Commission

The Lumpkin County Planning Commission will consider several subdivision plat requests and variance applications. The body will also discuss the 2025/2026 slate of officers.

• Final plat approval for Amicalola Industrial Park off Red Oak Flats Road
• Preliminary Plat review for The Oaks at Auraria off Auraria Road
• Driveway variance for a single-family residence at Tax Parcel 020 020
• Variances and preliminary plat consideration for Shadowstone off Old Dahlonega Highway
• Character Area Map Amendment from Residential Growth to Gateway Corridor Overlay District at South Chestatee Street and Brandy Mountain Road

The Planning Commission approved several items, including the meeting agenda and July 14 minutes. It approved a final subdivision plat for Tax Parcel 098 015, conditioned on water authority approval, and a preliminary plat for Tax Parcel 048 060 with a 4‑1 vote. The commission also approved a driveway variance for Tax Parcel 020 020, accepted the withdrawal of a variance request for the Shadowstone subdivision, tabled a variance request for Tax Parcel 067 143, and recommended approval of a character‑area map amendment for Tax Parcel 083 100 with a one‑year revocation condition.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July 14, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved final subdivision plat for Tax Parcel 098 015, conditioned on water authority approval (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for Tax Parcel 048 060 (4-1 vote)
• Approved driveway variance for Tax Parcel 020 020 (unanimous)
• Accepted withdrawal of variance request for Shadowstone subdivision (unanimous)
• Tabled variance request for Tax Parcel 067 143 to allow staff research (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of character-area map amendment for Tax Parcel 083 100, with one-year revocation condition (unanimous)

Veterans Affairs Committee

The committee approved the meeting minutes and accepted the Treasurer's Report. No other substantive actions were taken. The meeting was then adjourned at 5:35 pm.

• Approved meeting minutes (motion by Wes Chambers, seconded by Heath Williams)
• Accepted Treasurer's Report (motion by Michelle Webb, seconded by Wes Chambers)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Heath Williams, seconded by Wyatt Phillips)

Water & Sewerage Authority

The Lumpkin County Water & Sewage Authority will review several items, including a lease for a Climavision radar installation and updates to its purchasing policy. It will consider a developer’s request to install a private grinder‑pump sewer station for a commercial project on Highway 60. Additional items include a grinder‑pump maintenance agreement, a service proposal from Hawks Environmental, and a recommendation to issue a support letter for a land‑use designation change (Tax Parcel 083‑100).

• Climavision Radar Installation – Lease Agreement
• Consideration of LCWSA Purchasing Policy and Procedures
• Developer Request to Install Private Grinder Pump Sewer Station – Hwy 60 Commercial Project
• Grinder Pump Maintenance Agreement
• Proposal for Services – Hawks Environmental

The Lumpkin County Water and Sewerage Authority Board unanimously approved a developer's request to install and maintain a private grinder pump for three lots on Hwy 60 and authorized the Executive Director to approve similar future requests. The board also approved a $42,735 service contract with Hawks Environmental for stream‑restoration work through June 30 2026 and a support letter for the Antler Ridge project. The Climavision lease was tabled pending more favorable terms. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved private grinder pump installation for 3 lots on Hwy 60 and future similar requests (unanimous)
• Approved $42,735 service contract with Hawks Environmental through June 30 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved support letter for Antler Ridge project to Planning Authority (unanimous)
• Tabled Climavision lease and installation pending favorable terms (unanimous)
• Accepted June 2025 financials (unanimous)
• Approved July 1 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Lumpkin County Board will consider several contracts, including a fire and EMS paging system replacement with Mobile Communications. They will also review a resolution to revise purchasing and fleet card policies and discuss the 2020 SPLOST work plan amendment. Additional items include a veterans cemetery funding allocation and a design‑build concession stand recommendation.

• Resolution 2025-45 to revise purchasing, purchasing card, and fleet card policy
• Contract 2025-086 ratification for Fire/EMS paging system replacement with Mobile Communications
• Contract 2025-082 Purdue National Opioids Settlement
• 2020 SPLOST 2025 Work Plan Amendment
• Veterans Memorial Cemetery property and funding allocation at Blackburn Park

The Board ratified the Fire/EMS paging system replacement contract with Mobile Communications. Commissioners reached consensus to support the proposed veterans memorial cemetery in Blackburn Park, allocating land and committing funding for site work and roads. The Board also approved, by consensus, the 2026 LMIG and TSPLOST paving list to be ratified at the regular meeting.

• Ratified Fire/EMS Paging System Replacement contract (Mobile Communications)
• Consensus to move forward with veterans memorial cemetery project at Blackburn Park, including land allocation and funding for site work and roads
• Consensus to approve 2026 LMIG & TSPLOST paving list (to be ratified at regular meeting)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a special work session to discuss the 2026 budget. No other items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Discussion of 2026 budget

The Board discussed the 2026 budget but did not adopt any formal measures. Commissioners agreed that staff will re‑prioritize position requests and capital‑project needs while awaiting the tax digest. No millage increase was approved, and the Board will revisit recommendations after the digest is available.

• Staff to re‑prioritize position requests (no vote recorded)
• Staff to prioritize capital‑project list (no vote recorded)
• No millage rate increase approved (none)
• Budget digest delay acknowledged (no decision made)

Development Authority

The Development Authority will meet to review June 2025 minutes and financials. The agenda includes a presentation on Ad Valorem Property Tax Abatements and the 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.

• Ad Valorem Property Tax Abatement Presentation
• 2024 Lumpkin County, Georgia Annual Comprehensive Financial Report - Development Authority
• Review of 2025 June Financials

The Development Authority approved its agenda, approved the previous meeting's minutes, accepted the financial report, and voted to enter an executive session. All motions were carried. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved minutes (motion carried)
• Accepted financial report (motion carried)
• Entered executive session (motion carried)

Board of Commissioners

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding an alcoholic beverage license. The meeting focuses on a request for package sales of beer and wine.

• Public comment on beer/wine package sales license for Guarang Kumar Patel (Whelchel Food Store)

The Board of Commissioners met on July 15, 2025 at the Boardroom in Dahlonega. The meeting was called to order at 5:24 p.m. and adjourned at 5:25 p.m. No public comments were received and no actions or votes were taken.

Board of Commissioners

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions, including revising the alcoholic beverage ordinance and updating the fee schedule. They will also reappoint members to the Planning Commission and the Native American Committee, and approve a permit to add certain roadways to the county’s off‑system list. Additional items include ratifying multiple contracts and agreements such as a fuel contract, an opioid settlement participation agreement, and a recycling lease amendment. The meeting also includes discussion of annexation, recreation center funds, a liquor license application, a park bid rejection, a GDOT scope decision, and a filming permit request.

• Resolution 2025-39: Revising Alcoholic Beverage Ordinance
• Resolution 2025-40: Revising Fee Schedule
• Resolution 2025-43: Permit to add certain roadways to off‑system list
• Contract 2025-077: Mansfield Oil Fuel Contract (ratify)
• Contract 2025-078: Sandoz Settlement Participation Agreement – Opioid Settlement

The Board adopted several resolutions, including revising the alcoholic beverage ordinance and fee schedule, reappointing members to the Planning Commission and Native American Committee, and approving a permit to add certain roadways to the county's off‑system road list. It also ratified multiple contracts and agreements such as the Mansfield Oil Fuel contract, the opioid settlement participation agreement, and a short‑term rental compliance portal service agreement. No vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved Resolution 2025-39 revising the Alcoholic Beverage Ordinance
• Approved Resolution 2025-40 revising the County Fee Schedule
• Reappointed Mireya Eavey and David Woodward to the Planning Commission (terms expiring 08/27/2029)
• Reappointed eight members to the Native American Committee (terms expiring 08/20/2027)
• Approved Resolution 2025-43 permitting addition of certain roadways to the off‑system road list
• Ratified Contract 2025-074 Lumpkin County Board of Health MOU
• Ratified Contract 2025-077 Mansfield Oil Fuel Contract
• Ratified Contract 2025-078 Sandoz Opioid Settlement Participation Agreement

Board of Commissioners

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions, including updates to the alcoholic beverage ordinance and the county fee schedule. They will also reappoint members to the Planning Commission and Native American Committee, and review a range of contracts and agreements such as an oil fuel contract and an opioid settlement participation agreement. Additional items include a roadways permit, a park grading plan, and a city annexation request.

• Resolution 2025-39: Revising the Alcoholic Beverage Ordinance (County Clerk Melissa Witcher)
• Resolution 2025-40: Revising the County Fee Schedule (County Clerk Melissa Witcher)
• Resolution 2025-43: Permit to add certain roadways to Lumpkin County's off‑system roadways list (Special Projects Manager Charles Trammell)
• Contract 2025-077: Mansfield Oil Fuel Contract (Assistant County Manager Ashley Peck) – ratify
• Agreement 2025-078: Sandoz Settlement Participation Agreement – opioid settlement (County Attorney Joy Edelberg)

The commissioners unanimously approved all agenda items, including revisions to the alcoholic beverage ordinance and fee schedule, reappointments to the Planning and Native American committees, numerous contracts and agreements, an annexation, fund use, a liquor license, a bid rejection, a GDOT scope decision, and a filming permit. The meeting was adjourned at 6:18 pm.

• Approved 2025-39 resolution revising alcoholic beverage ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved 2025-40 resolution revising fee schedule (unanimous)
• Reappointed Mireya Eavey to Planning Commission Seat 6 (unanimous)
• Reappointed David Woodward to Planning Commission Seat 7 (unanimous)
• Approved multiple contracts and agreements, including MOU with Board of Health and EMS Ride‑Along Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of Bryan Bergstein property into City of Dahlonega (unanimous)
• Approved use of remaining FF&E funds for Pinetree Recreation Center (unanimous)
• Approved filming permit for Lumpkin County Park (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a variance for a parcel split and a final plat review for a new subdivision. The body will also discuss attendance and removal rules for commission members.

• Variance request from Walter Lancaster for Tax Parcel 107 062 off Christy Lane
• Final plat review for Serba Estates (Tax Parcel 065 351) off Reeves and Norrell Road
• Discussion of Sec. 2-416 regarding removal of members who miss three meetings in a year

The commission approved its agenda and the June 9, 2025 meeting minutes. Walter Lancaster withdrew his variance request for Tax Parcel 107 062. The commission approved a staff‑level subdivision tract split with a 2.71‑acre minimum lot size and direct access to Christy Lane. Finally, the commission approved the final plat for the Serba Estates Class II subdivision (Tax Parcel 065 351).

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved June 9, 2025 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Walter Lancaster withdrew variance request for Tax Parcel 107 062 (withdrawn)
• Approved subdivision tract split under Sec. 26‑71(b) with 2.71‑acre minimum lot size and Christy Lane access (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Serba Estates (Tax Parcel 065 351) as Class II subdivision (unanimous)

Hospital Authority

The Lumpkin County Hospital Authority will review and approve the minutes from its April 9, 2025 meeting and hear the Treasurer's Report. It will discuss the CHP request for a 2025 grant and address the open position created by Allison Layne's resignation. The board will also hold a nomination and election for the Secretary position.

• CHP request for 2025 grant
• Allison Layne resignation – open position on the Authority
• Nomination/election of Secretary position

Veterans Affairs Committee

The Veterans Affairs Committee will meet to review the Memorial Day after-action report and the status of the Paint the Tank project. The body will also receive updates on the LC Veterans Cemetery and maintenance for Veteran’s Park.

• Memorial Day AAR
• Paint the Tank status report
• LC Veterans Cemetery update
• Veteran’s Park maintenance
• Monthly UNG Corps update

The Lumpkin County Veterans Affairs Committee approved the May 2025 meeting minutes. A motion to adjourn the meeting was also passed. No other formal actions were voted on; the committee discussed Memorial Day costs, the Paint the Tank project, veteran cemetery plans, and a proposed monthly park clean‑up.

• Approved May 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Board of Assessors

The Lumpkin County Board of Assessors will discuss an ACO report, updates on homestead, veterans, and disability tax exemptions, a CUVA update, and an appeal update. The meeting also includes a presentation by the chief appraiser. No specific decisions are indicated beyond routine discussion of these items.

• ACO Report
• Homestead Exemptions
• Veterans Exemptions
• Disability Exemptions
• Appeal Update

The Board approved the corrected June 10 minutes and a series of tax exemption applications, including homestead, veterans, disability, and CUVA exemptions, each with a 5-0 vote. The Board also voted 5-0 to turn over the tax digest information to the Tax Commissioner by the July 15 deadline. The meeting was adjourned at 9:37 a.m. after a 5-0 vote.

• Approved corrected June 10 minutes (5-0)
• Approved 2025 homestead exemptions (5-0)
• Approved veterans exemptions for Beyer, Kirk, Young (5-0)
• Approved disability exemption for Etheridge (5-0)
• Approved CUVA applications (5-0)
• Voted to turn over digest information to Tax Commissioner (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Park & Rec Advisory Board

The Lumpkin County Parks and Recreation Department Citizens Advisory Board will meet to discuss seasonal sports and facility updates. The board will review maintenance reports and the start of field renovations.

• Review of All Star District and State Tournaments
• Background Check Policy
• Maintenance Report for January – June
• Start of Field Renovations
• Planning for football, cheer, and swim seasons

The advisory board approved the prior meeting minutes without dissent. A motion to honor the 8U baseball state championship team at the next commissioner meeting was made by Hank Haynes, seconded by Autumn Chatham, and passed unanimously. The board also adjourned the meeting unanimously at 5:55 p.m.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to honor 8U baseball state championship team at next commissioner meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Water & Sewerage Authority

The Authority will receive an update on the Cane Branch WWTP Construction Project and review the FY 2024 annual audit. The body will also consider a wastewater treatment capacity request from Chestatee 400 LLC.

• Cane Branch WWTP Construction Project update
• Chestatee 400 LLC request for wastewater treatment capacity
• FY 2024 Annual Audit Review
• Executive Session regarding property acquisition

The board unanimously approved the agenda with added New Business and Executive Session items. It also approved the June 17, 2025 meeting minutes, May financials, and a request from Chestatee 400 LLC for wastewater treatment capacity, conditional on attorney cooperation. The board then moved to an executive session, returned to the regular meeting, and adjourned.

• Approved agenda with New Business and Executive Session additions (unanimous)
• Approved June 17, 2025 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted May 2025 financials (unanimous)
• Approved Chestatee 400 LLC wastewater capacity request, conditional on attorney wording (unanimous)
• Moved to executive session to discuss real estate (unanimous)
• Returned to regular meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss several resolutions, including updates to the alcoholic beverage ordinance and the county fee schedule. The session also covers board appointments, road permits, and various service agreements.

• Resolution 2025-39: Revising Alcoholic Beverage Ordinance
• Resolution 2025-40: Revising Fee Schedule
• Resolution 2025-43: Permit to add certain roadways to off-system roadways list
• Agreement 2025-078: Sandoz Settlement Participation Agreement for Opioid Settlement
• City of Dahlonega annexation of Bryan Bergstein property

The Lumpkin County Board approved several resolutions, including updates to the alcoholic beverage ordinance and the county fee schedule, and reappointed members of the Planning Commission and Native American Committee. It also approved a permit to add roadways to the off‑system list and a memorandum for third‑rider EMS training. Additional contracts and agreements were ratified, and the per‑ton fee for the transfer station was raised to $60.

• Approved Resolution 2025-39 revising the alcoholic beverage ordinance
• Approved Resolution 2025-40 revising the county fee schedule
• Reappointed Planning Commission members Mireya Eavey and David Woodward through 2029
• Reappointed Native American Committee members through 2027
• Approved permit to add certain roadways to the off‑system road list (Resolution 2025-43)
• Approved Memorandum of Clinical Affiliation for third‑rider EMS training (Resolution 2025-44)
• Ratified Mansfield Oil Fuel Contract (2025-077) and other listed agreements
• Approved raising the transfer station per‑ton fee to $60

Board of Elections

The Lumpkin County Board of Elections will certify the results of the June 17, 2025 Special Primary Election. It will also review provisional ballots from that election. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, agenda approval, and public comment.

• Certification of June 17, 2025 Special Primary Election
• Review of provisional ballots from June 17, 2025 Special Primary Election
• Public comments
• Additional comments by board members
• Next meeting scheduled for July 15, 2025

Board of Elections

The Lumpkin County Board of Elections and Voter Registration will meet to conduct the precertification and review of precinct returns from the June 17, 2025 Special Primary Election.

• Precertification/Review of Precinct Returns for June 17, 2025 Special Primary Election

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special work session to discuss the 2026 budget. The session includes scheduled time slots for the Library, Clerk of Courts, Coroner, Magistrate Court, Sheriff's Office, and staff.

• 2026 Budget discussions

The Board held a special work session to review 2026 budget requests from the library, the Clerk of Courts, and the Coroner. Representatives presented funding needs and staffing requests, and commissioners asked for clarification and cost information. No motions were adopted, no votes were taken, and no items were approved or denied.

Development Authority

The Lumpkin County Development Authority will approve the May 2025 meeting minutes and financial report, hear a Retail Strategies presentation via Zoom, and consider a contract for The Highland Group hotel feasibility study. The board will also discuss the Employment Incentive Program (EIP) – Satellite and review strategic priorities with county, city, utility, and workforce partners.

• Approval of 2025 May meeting minutes (consent agenda)
• Approval of 2025 May financial report (consent agenda)
• Retail Strategies Presentation (Zoom)
• The Highland Group Hotel Feasibility Study Contract
• Employment Incentive Program (EIP) – Satellite

The Executive Committee approved its agenda and the prior meeting minutes. It accepted the financial report. It approved a contract with The Highland Group for a hotel feasibility study, covering the DALC’s portion of $5,233.00. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved minutes (motion carried)
• Accepted financial report (motion carried)
• Approved The Highland Group Hotel Feasibility Study Contract for DALC’s $5,233.00 portion (motion carried)

Water & Sewerage Authority

The Lumpkin County Water & Sewerage Authority will review financial reports and project updates. The body will discuss a wastewater treatment capacity request and a stream restoration project.

• Wastewater treatment capacity request from Chestatee 400 LLC
• Yahoola Creek Stream Restoration Design Build Project kickoff meeting
• Cane Branch WWTP Construction Project update
• Standard Specifications for Water Distribution Systems and Sanitary Sewerage Systems

The board adopted new water distribution and sanitary sewerage specifications, replacing the 2004 standards. It tabled the Chestatee 400 LLC wastewater capacity request until July, pending a release letter from Watkins Real Estate Group. The board also approved paperwork for future sewer capacity allocations and scheduled a kickoff meeting for the Yahoola Creek Park stream restoration project.

• Approved agenda with items 7 & 8 added (unanimously)
• Approved May 6 meeting minutes (unanimously)
• Accepted April financials (unanimously)
• Adopted updated water distribution and sanitary sewerage standards (unanimously)
• Tabled Chestatee 400 LLC capacity allocation request until July, request for Watkins release letter (unanimously)
• Approved preparation of standard legal documents for future sewer capacity allocations (unanimously)
• Scheduled kickoff meeting for Yahoola Creek Park stream restoration on July 1
• Adjourned meeting (unanimously)

Board of Commissioners

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners will review a 2024 audit presentation and approve minutes from recent meetings. Commissioners will consider resolutions to dedicate the Burnt Stand/Auraria Road roundabout, appoint members to the Joint Development Authority and the Board of Health, and amend the FY2026 budget calendar. The agenda also includes ratification of numerous contract renewals and service agreements across county departments.

• Resolution 2025-35: Dedicate the Burnt Stand/Auraria Road Roundabout
• Resolution 2025-36: Appoint members to the Joint Development Authority
• Resolution 2025-38: Amend the FY2026 budget calendar
• Contract 2025-064: Cain Bridge pipe replacement on LC Parkway (TTL, Inc.)
• Contract 2025-071: Annual service contract for Tek84 body scanner (Sheriff Stacy Jarrard)

The Commissioners ratified Resolution 2025-35 dedicating the Charles F. Trammell Roundabout. They appointed new members to the Joint Development Authority and the Board of Health, and amended the FY2026 budget calendar. Several contracts and agreements were ratified, including the ACCG liability renewal and the body scanner service contract, with discussion on funding sources for the latter.

• Approved Resolution 2025-35 dedicating the Burnt Stand/Auraria Road Roundabout
• Appointed Donna Minnich, Mac McConnell, and A.C. Moore to the Joint Development Authority
• Appointed Kari Mills to the Board of Health
• Amended the FY2026 budget calendar (Resolution 2025-38)
• Ratified ACCG – IRMA Property & Liability Renewal contract (2025-056)
• Ratified Jack Freeman Medical Director contract renewal (2025-057)
• Ratified body scanner service contract (2025-071) pending funding source determination
• Ratified multiple park and recreation contracts, including Tru Green turf care (2025-059) and Yahoola Creek Park design services (2025-068, 2025-069)

Board of Commissioners

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners will vote on several resolutions, including dedicating the Burnt Stand/Auraria Road roundabout and appointing members to the Joint Development Authority and the Board of Health. The meeting also includes ratification and renewal of numerous contracts ranging from property liability insurance to park maintenance and infrastructure projects. Additionally, the board will consider amendments to the FY2026 budget calendar and SPLOST work plans for 2020 and 2026.

• Resolution 2025-35: Dedicate the Burnt Stand/Auraria Road Roundabout (Charles F. Trammell Roundabout)
• Resolution 2025-36: Appoint members to the Joint Development Authority (Donna Minnich, Mac McConnell, A.C. Moore)
• Resolution 2025-37: Appoint Kari Mills to the Board of Health
• Contract 2025-064: Cain Bridge pipe replacement on LC Parkway – TTL, Inc. (consultant contract)
• Contract 2025-071: Annual service contract for Tek84 body scanner (Sheriff Stacy Jarrard)

The Lumpkin County Board unanimously approved the agenda, accepted the 2024 audit, and ratified Resolution 2025-35 dedicating the Burnt Stand/Auraria Road Roundabout. It also appointed members to the Joint Development Authority and the Board of Health, amended the FY2026 budget calendar, and approved numerous contract renewals and SPLOST work‑plan amendments. The meeting was adjourned at 6:40 p.m.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Accepted 2024 audit (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-35 dedicating Burnt Stand/Auraria Road Roundabout (unanimous)
• Appointed Joint Development Authority members Donna Minnich, Mac McConnell, A.C. Moore (unanimous)
• Appointed Kari Mills to Board of Health Physician seat (unanimous)
• Amended FY2026 budget calendar (unanimous)
• Approved multiple contract renewals and SPLOST work‑plan amendments (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Park & Rec Advisory Board

The advisory board will consider an updated scholarship scale proposed by the Park Board. It will review a request for additional staff from the Park Board. The board will also discuss issues concerning the Pinetree Recreation Center.

• Updated scholarship scale from Park Board
• Additional staff request from Park Board
• Discussion of Pinetree Rec Center

The Citizens Advisory Board approved the previous meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. A motion to adjourn the meeting was also passed unanimously at 12:58 pm. No other formal actions were recorded; discussions covered field‑turf design voting at the next meeting, scholarship procedures, and a staff request letter.

• Approved previous minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:58 pm (unanimous)

General

The Lumpkin County Audit Committee will meet on June 11, 2025 at 3:00 PM in the Executive Conference Room. The agenda includes a call to order, a review of the 2024 audit, and adjournment. No decisions or votes are listed.

• Review of 2024 audit

Board of Assessors

The Lumpkin County Board of Assessors will discuss the ACO report, consider homestead and veterans exemption applications, review a CUVA release/breach concerning the Littleton, Hanna property (021-037 – 2019 – 14.00 acres), and address matters related to the chief appraiser.

• ACO Report
• Homestead Exemptions
• Veterans Exemptions
• CUVA Release/Breach – Littleton, Hanna (021-037 – 2019 – 14.00 ac)
• Chief Appraiser

The Lumpkin County Board of Assessors unanimously approved the ACO report, homestead exemptions, veterans exemptions for David McConnell and Richard Moore, and the removal of a 14‑acre parcel (Littleton, Hanna) from the CUVA program. The board also approved the minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting and adjourned the session.

• Approved ACO report (4-0)
• Approved homestead exemptions (4-0)
• Approved veterans exemptions for David McConnell and Richard Moore (4-0)
• Approved removal of parcel Littleton, Hanna (021-037) from CUVA program (4-0)
• Approved minutes of May 13, 2025 meeting (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Lumpkin County Planning Commission will consider four new business items. Two requests are for final plat reviews of Class II subdivisions: Sarah's Place on 357 Camp Wahsega Road and Cherokee Ridge off Castleberry Bridge Road. Two variance applications are also on the agenda: one for tax parcel 022‑059 at 5743 Dawsonville Highway and another for tax parcel 067‑011 at 36 John D Reeves Road. The commission will discuss these proposals before any decisions are made.

• Final plat review for the Class II subdivision titled Sarah's Place, tax parcel 059‑020, at 357 Camp Wahsega Road (Residential Growth Character Area)
• Final plat review for the Class II subdivision titled Cherokee Ridge, tax parcel 035‑037, off Castleberry Bridge Road (Rural Places Character Area)
• Variance request (Sec. 26‑59) for tax parcel 022‑059, 5743 Dawsonville Highway (Rural Places Character Area)
• Variance request (Sec. 27‑2.2.3) for tax parcel 067‑011, 36 John D Reeves Road (Gateway Corridor Overlay District Character Area) to permit extensive general retail and medical services

The Planning Commission approved the final plat for Sarah’s Place on 357 Camp Wahsega Road and the final plat for Cherokee Ridge off Castleberry Bridge Road. It denied a variance request for 5743 Dawsonville Highway. It later approved a variance request for 36 John D Reeves Road.

• Approved final plat for Sarah’s Place (4-0) – Robin Hall, Chris Adams, Barbara Bosanko, Danny Clark voted yes; Trevor Eudy recused
• Approved final plat for Cherokee Ridge (6-0) – all members present voted yes
• Denied variance for 5743 Dawsonville Highway (6-0) – all members present voted yes to deny
• Denied variance for 36 John D Reeves Road (motion failed 2-3) – Robin Hall and Chris Adams voted yes, Barbara Bosanko, Trevor Eudy, Danny Clark voted no
• Approved variance for 36 John D Reeves Road (3-2) – Barbara Bosanko, Trevor Eudy, Danny Clark voted yes; Chris Adams and Robin Hall voted no

Board of Commissioners

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session with presentations on Enotah CASA, Ninth District Headstart, the 2026 budget, and the 2024 audit. The board will approve minutes from recent meetings, consider several resolutions—including dedicating the Burnt Stand/Auraria Road Roundabout and appointing members to the Joint Development Authority and Board of Health—and ratify a series of contract renewals and agreements covering property liability, bridge pipe replacement, and turf management services.

• Resolution 2025-35: Dedicate the Burnt Stand/Auraria Road Roundabout (Charles F. Trammell Roundabout)
• Resolution 2025-36: Appoint members to the Joint Development Authority
• Contract 2025-056: ACCG – IRMA Property & Liability Renewal
• Contract 2025-064: Cain Bridge Pipe Replacement on LC Parkway – TTL, Inc.
• Contract 2025-070: Turf Management Services for the Welcome Sign and Roundabouts – Renewal #2

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners ratified Resolution 2025-35 dedicating the Burnt Stand/Auraria Road Roundabout. They appointed members to the Joint Development Authority and the Board of Health, and amended the FY2026 budget calendar. The board also approved a series of contract renewals, including the Tru Green turf‑care contract, the Cain Bridge pipe‑replacement contract, and other service agreements.

• Ratified 2025-35 Resolution Dedicating the Burnt Stand/Auraria Road Roundabout
• Appointed Donna Minnich (Seat 2) and A.C. Moore (Seat 3) to the Joint Development Authority
• Appointed Kari Mills to the Board of Health (term ending 12/31/2029)
• Amended the 2025 Budget Calendar for FY2026 Budget
• Approved 2025-059 Tru Green Turf Care Contract Renewal for Park & Rec fields
• Approved 2025-064 Cain Bridge Pipe Replacement contract (consensus to proceed)
• Ratified 2025-056 ACCG – IRMA Property & Liability Renewal
• Ratified 2025-071 Annual Service Contract for Tek84 Body Scanner

Park & Rec Advisory Board

The advisory board will review updates on the turf grant and the field renovation. It will then consider new business items including the GRPA, scholarship programs, and reports on spring and upcoming fall sports.

• Turf Grant Update
• Field Renovation Update
• GRPA
• Scholarships
• Spring Sports Recap (T‑Ball, Baseball, Softball, Heroes, Volleyball)

The advisory board unanimously approved the prior meeting minutes and then approved the turf grant submissions on May 20. A contract with Tyler Mathis of Triscapes for field renovations was approved, with work slated to begin July 7. The board also agreed to increase use of the scholarship fund and to consider offering scholarships at 50% or 100% levels.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved turf grant submissions (grant approved on 05/20)
• Approved field renovation contract with Tyler Mathis of Triscapes, renovations to start 07/07
• Agreed to increase use of scholarship account and review 50% or 100% scholarship offerings
• Directed follow‑up with Lumpkin County Family Connection and Enotah CASA on scholarship funding
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Elections

The Lumpkin County Board of Elections and Voter Registration will meet to discuss the June 17, 2025, Special Primary Election. The board will also address the GAVREO Conference and schedule changes for June meetings.

• Discussion of June 17, 2025, Special Primary Election
• GAVREO Conference (Aug 10 – Aug 13)
• Determination of Precertification Meeting Date
• Proposed change to June monthly meeting dates

Development Authority

The Lumpkin County Development Authority will review its agenda, consent items, and department reports. A presentation on the Business Retention and Expansion Program by RefrigiWear will be given. The board will discuss amending its bylaws, filling Joint Development Authority vacancies, Red Hills Hospitality Management, and water and sewerage matters, followed by strategic partner announcements.

• Amend Development Authority Bylaws
• Joint Development Authority Vacancies
• Red Hills Hospitality Management
• Water and Sewerage items
• Business Retention and Expansion Program Presentation: RefrigiWear

The Development Authority Board approved the meeting agenda, adopted the prior meeting minutes, accepted the financial report, and approved the 2025‑2026 officer slate. All motions were carried without recorded vote counts. No public comments were received.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved prior meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Accepted financial report (motion carried)
• Approved 2025‑2026 officer slate (motion carried)

Airport Authority

The Lumpkin County Airport Authority will review the April 15, 2025 meeting minutes, receive a financial report, select officers, and discuss a tie down lease and other project updates. The meeting will conclude with a public comment period before adjournment.

• Approve April 15, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Selection of officers
• Consideration of a tie down lease
• Project updates presentation
• Financial report

The Lumpkin County Airport Authority approved its agenda, minutes, and financial report unanimously. The board elected Greg Trammell as Chair, Murl Jones as Vice Chair, and Jackie Lee as Secretary. It also approved leasing one tie‑down for fifty dollars per month and directed staff to explore improvements to the older tie‑down area. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 4:46 p.m.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 15 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted financial update (unanimous)
• Elected officers: Greg Trammell Chair, Murl Jones Vice Chair, Jackie Lee Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved leasing one tie‑down for $50/month (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet to receive public comment regarding a specific business license. The primary focus of the meeting is the issuance of an alcoholic beverage license to Hurfilio Garcia.

• Public comment on alcoholic beverage license for Hurfilio Garcia (Hacienda Bar & Grill 9, LLC)

The board called the meeting to order at 5:16 pm, heard a public comment period on an alcoholic beverage license for Hurfilio Garcia's Hacienda Bar & Grill 9, LLC (with no comments submitted), and adjourned at 5:17 pm. No approvals, denials, or other actions were recorded.

Board of Commissioners

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing. Commissioners will hear public comments regarding the abandonment of Northwoods Drive. After the hearing, the meeting will be adjourned.

• Public comment on abandonment of Northwoods Drive

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners met on May 20, 2025 at the Courthouse. Chairman Chris Dockery called the meeting to order and the commissioners were present. No public comments were received and the meeting was adjourned without any actions taken.

Board of Commissioners

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners will review insurance renewals, contract amendments, and zoning updates. The agenda includes resolutions to reappoint members to various boards and abandon a road.

• Reappoint members to Board of Tax Assessors and Library Board of Trustees
• Resolution to abandon Northwoods Drive
• Revise sections of the Land Development Regulations
• Consideration of Health Insurance Renewal
• Enotah Public Defender Indigent Defense Contract

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners reviewed several items, including reappointments to the Tax Assessors, Library Board, and DFACS Board; a resolution to abandon Northwoods Drive; revisions to land development regulations; and multiple contract renewals and amendments. The minutes do not record any formal approvals, denials, vote tallies, or other definitive actions for these items.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider revisions to the Land Development Regulations in the Code of Ordinances. The meeting includes votes on several board appointments and the renewal of multiple service contracts.

• Resolution 2025-34 to revise Land Development Regulations in Chapter 26 of the Code of Ordinances
• Resolution 2025-32 to abandon Northwoods Drive
• Contract renewals for health insurance, Xtra Hands Cleaning Services, and GDOC Inmate Work Detail
• Architect contract for Animal Shelter additions and alterations
• Alcoholic Beverage License for Hurfilio Garcia for Hacienda Bar & Grill 9, LLC

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution to abandon Northwoods Drive. They also reappointed members to the Tax Assessors, Library Board, and DFACS Board, revised land‑development regulations, and approved numerous contracts, permits, and the FY26 budget, all by unanimous vote.

• Approved resolution to abandon Northwoods Drive (unanimous)
• Reappointed Jill Holman and Deborah Armstrong to the Board of Tax Assessors (unanimous)
• Appointed Hanna Dockery and Linda Davis to the Library Board of Trustees (unanimous)
• Reappointed Brigette Barker to the DFACS Board (unanimous)
• Approved revision of certain sections of the Land Development Regulations (unanimous)
• Approved FY26 Enotah Circuit budget (unanimous)
• Approved special event permit for R‑Ranch micro‑wrestling event (unanimous)
• Approved alcoholic beverage license for Hurfilio Garcia, Hacienda Bar & Grill 9, LLC (unanimous)

Board of Assessors

The Lumpkin County Board of Assessors will review the ACO report and discuss exemption requests for homestead and veterans owners. It will also examine CUVA applications and a CUVA removal/breach case. Finally, the board will address the Chief Appraiser position.

• Review ACO Report
• Consider Homestead Exemption applications
• Consider Veterans Exemption applications
• Review CUVA Applications
• Discuss Chief Appraiser appointment

The Lumpkin County Board of Assessors unanimously approved the minutes from the April 8 meeting, the ACO report, homestead and veterans exemptions, and several CUVA applications and a parcel removal. The board also authorized sending the Notice of Assessments on May 16 or May 19. The meeting was adjourned at 9:45 a.m.

• Approved minutes of April 8, 2025 meeting (4‑0)
• Approved ACO Report (4‑0)
• Approved Homestead Exemptions (4‑0)
• Approved Veterans Exemptions (4‑0)
• Approved CUVA Applications (4‑0)
• Approved removal of parcel from CUVA program (4‑0)
• Approved sending Notice of Assessments on May 16 or May 19 (4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (4‑0)

Veterans Affairs Committee

The Lumpkin County Veterans Affairs Committee will review old business items such as the Memorial Day ceremony, Veteran’s Day parade, UNG veterans updates, tank maintenance, and wall engravings. In new business, the committee will appoint a new treasurer and discuss the veterans cemetery and Veteran’s Park update. The meeting also includes a treasurer’s report and presentations.

• Appoint Committee Treasurer
• Veterans Cemetery discussion
• Veteran’s Park Update
• Memorial Day Ceremony planning
• Veteran’s Day Parade planning

The committee approved the corrected meeting minutes and the financial report. Michelle Johnson was appointed treasurer. The Veterans Day parade was scheduled for Nov. 8 with Vietnam veterans as Grand Marshals. Tasks for Memorial Day setup were assigned to members.

• Approved corrected minutes (motion by John Howerton, seconded by Heath Williams)
• Approved financial report (motion by Michelle Johnson, seconded by John Howerton)
• Appointed Michelle Johnson as Treasurer
• Scheduled Veterans Day parade for Nov 8, 10 am with Vietnam veterans as Grand Marshals
• Assigned John to contact Rick Harris for chairs; Liz to handle traffic control and poppy order; Rotary member to draw concept plan for veteran cemetery

Water & Sewerage Authority

The Lumpkin County Water & Sewerage Authority will review financial reports from March 2025. The body will receive a construction update on the Cane Branch WWTP project and discuss standard specifications for water and sanitary sewerage systems.

• Construction update for Cane Branch WWTP Project
• Review of March 2025 Balance Sheet, Income Statement, and Cash Flow Summary
• Discussion of Standard Specifications for Water Distribution and Sanitary Sewerage Systems

The Lumpkin County Water and Sewerage Authority Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda, the combined special and regular meeting minutes from April 15, 2025, and the March financial statements. The board also moved to adjourn the meeting, which was carried. No other actions were adopted at this meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 15, 2025 combined special & regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted March financials (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Board of Commissioners

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners will meet to reappoint members to the Board of Tax Assessors, Library Board of Trustees, and DFACS Board. The agenda includes renewals for health insurance, cleaning services, and the Colditz Trucking LMIG contract, as well as a resolution to abandon Northwoods Drive.

• Reappoint Jill Holman and Deborah Armstrong to the Board of Tax Assessors
• Reappoint Brigette Barker to the DFACS Board
• Resolution to abandon Northwoods Drive
• Consideration of Health Insurance Renewal
• Enotah Public Defender Indigent Defense Contract renewal

The commissioners reappointed members to the Tax Assessors, Library Board of Trustees, and DFACS Board. They adopted a resolution to abandon Northwoods Drive and to update travel regulations and land‑development codes. The health‑insurance renewal was approved by consensus, and the board agreed to use a cooperative contract for the synthetic turf project.

• Reappointed Jill Holman and Deborah Armstrong to the Board of Tax Assessors (terms to 6/30/2030)
• Appointed Hanna Dockery and Linda Davis to the Library Board of Trustees (terms to 6/30/2029)
• Reappointed Brigette Barker to the DFACS Board (term to 6/30/2030)
• Adopted resolution to abandon Northwoods Drive
• Approved 2025 update to travel regulations and procedures
• Approved revisions to Chapter 26 land development regulations
• Approved health‑insurance renewal and other voluntary insurance benefits (consensus)
• Agreed to use a cooperative contract for the synthetic turf project

Development Authority

The Development Authority will review a Business Retention and Expansion Program presentation and discuss industrial and commercial development. The board will also consider a business park idea and a retail strategies proposal.

• Business Retention and Expansion Program presentation by ETC
• Discussion of a Business Park idea
• Discussion of a Retail Strategies Proposal
• Appointment of a committee for DALC officer selection and board vacancy
• Review of March 2025 financials and February 2025 minutes

The Development Authority board approved its agenda, minutes, and financial report. It also approved the 2025‑2026 DALC officer slate. The board entered an executive session and then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved minutes (motion carried)
• Accepted financial report (motion carried)
• Approved 2025‑2026 DALC officer slate (motion carried)
• Entered executive session (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Water & Sewerage Authority

The Lumpkin County Water & Sewerage Authority will review financial reports from February 2025. The body will receive an update on the Cane Branch WWTP Construction Project and review a proposal for the Yahoola Creek Park Stream Restoration Design Build Project.

• Cane Branch WWTP Construction Project update
• Yahoola Creek Park Stream Restoration Design Build Project proposal review
• Standard Specifications for Water Distribution Systems and Sanitary Sewerage Systems
• February 2025 Balance Sheet, Income Statement, and Cash Flow Summary

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda, the March 11 minutes, and the January financial statements. It also approved a $149,000 contract with Wildlands Engineering to design the Yahoola Creek Park Restoration project. The standard specifications for the water and sanitary sewer systems were tabled for future consideration. The meeting adjourned at 2:35 p.m.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 11, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted January financials (unanimous)
• Approved Wildlands Engineering design contract $149,000 for Yahoola Creek Park Restoration (unanimous)
• Tabled standard specs for water and sanitary sewer systems
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Airport Authority

The Lumpkin County Airport Authority meeting will consider a resolution to approve a lease for Hangar B. The board will also handle routine items such as selecting officers, reviewing financial reports, and discussing airport insurance. Standard agenda approvals for minutes and the agenda itself are also on the docket.

• Resolution 2025-01 – approval of a lease for Hangar B
• Selection of officers
• Review of financials
• Discussion of airport insurance
• Approval of agenda and prior meeting minutes

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda, the February 18 minutes, and the financials. A motion to table the selection of officers was also approved unanimously. The authority unanimously approved Resolution 2025-01, which leases Hangar B. The board unanimously approved an insurance premium of $1,543.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved February 18 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financials (unanimous)
• Tabled selection of officers (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-01 lease for Hangar B (unanimous)
• Approved insurance premium of $1,543 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners will adopt Resolution 2025-19 establishing an opioid antagonist administration training and policy. The board will also reappoint members to several committees, including the Yahoola Creek Reservoir Property Study Committee and the Water & Sewerage Authority. Additional items include contracts for the 2025 municipal election, an AT&T E911 call handling system, and camera upgrades at the detention center.

• Resolution 2025-19: Opioid Antagonist Administration Training & Policy
• Resolution 2025-20: Reappoint members to Yahoola Creek Reservoir Property Study Committee
• Resolution 2025-35: AT&T Call Handling System for E911 Center
• Resolution 2025-36: Pole Barn Bid Award – Custom Built Buildings
• Resolution 2025-40: Contract with MCA for Camera Upgrades at the Detention Center

The Board adopted a resolution establishing an opioid antagonist administration training and policy. It reappointed members to the Yahoola Creek Reservoir Property Study Committee, the Water & Sewerage Authority, and several advisory boards. The Board also approved contracts for the municipal election, AT&T E911 system, pole‑barn construction, AED lease, and camera upgrades at the detention center. Additional resolutions amended planning department definitions and the Pinetree Recreation Center aquatic rules.

• Approved 2025-19 Resolution creating opioid antagonist administration policy
• Reappointed members to Yahoola Creek Reservoir Property Study Committee (2025-20)
• Reappointed members to Water & Sewerage Authority (2025-21)
• Approved AT&T Call Handling System contract for E911 Center (2025-035)
• Approved Pole Barn Bid Award contract (2025-036)
• Ratified Avive AED lease contract (2025-037)
• Ratified contract with MCA for camera upgrades at Detention Center (2025-040)
• Amended Pinetree Recreation Center Aquatic Facility Rules (2025-28)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a new opioid antagonist administration policy and various committee appointments. The meeting includes votes on several contracts for E911 systems, detention center cameras, and a pole barn construction bid.

• Resolution 2025-19: Opioid Antagonist Administration Training & Administration Policy
• Contract 2025-033: IGA with City of Dahlonega for 2025 Municipal General Election
• Contract 2025-035: AT&T Call Handling System for E911 Center
• Contract 2025-040: MCA camera upgrades at the Detention Center
• Halls Mill Road Right-of-Way Adjustment

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a new opioid antagonist administration training and policy (Resolution 2025‑19). They also reappointed members to the Yahoola Creek Reservoir Property Study Committee and the Water & Sewerage Authority, and amended the county’s planning department definitions. Additional unanimous approvals included an inclement weather policy, contracts for an AT&T E‑911 system and detention‑center camera upgrades, and the creation of a Public Works Construction Inspector position. The board appointed Bobby Mayfield to the AVITA Board; the motion carried with Mayfield abstaining.

• Approved Opioid Antagonist Training & Administration Policy (Resolution 2025‑19) – unanimous
• Reappointed 7 members to Yahoola Creek Reservoir Property Study Committee – unanimous
• Reappointed Wes Chambers (Seat 4) and Murl Jones (Seat 7) to Water & Sewerage Authority – unanimous
• Amended Section 1‑2 to define Planning Department and Planning Director – unanimous
• Approved Inclement Weather Policy (Resolution 2025‑26) – unanimous
• Approved AT&T Call Handling System for E911 Center contract (2025‑035) – unanimous
• Approved contract for camera upgrades at Detention Center (2025‑040) – unanimous
• Appointed Bobby Mayfield to AVITA Board Seat 2; motion carried, Mayfield abstained

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a variance request for two proposed single‑family residences on tax parcel 119‑176 within the Rural Places Character Area. The commission will also review a final plat for the King’s Crossing Class II subdivision on tax parcel 023‑012 at 810 John Perry Road, also in the Rural Places Character Area. Procedural items such as call to order, agenda approval, and minutes approval are also on the agenda.

• Variance request (Sec. 26‑68) for two single‑family homes on tax parcel 119‑176, Rural Places Character Area
• Final plat review (Sec. 26‑61) for King’s Crossing Class II subdivision, tax parcel 023‑012, 810 John Perry Road
• Call to order and consideration of agenda
• Approval of minutes from the March 10, 2025 meeting

The commission approved a variance for two single‑family residences on tax parcel 119‑176 in the Rural Places Character Area, requiring permits be pulled within six months and the home be used as a primary residence. It also approved the final plat for the King’s Crossing Class II subdivision on tax parcel 023‑012 at 810 John Perry Road. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimously)
• Approved March 10, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimously)
• Approved variance for tax parcel 119‑176 with 6‑month permit condition and primary residence use (6‑0)
• Approved final plat review for King’s Crossing subdivision, tax parcel 023‑012 at 810 John Perry Road (6‑0)

Hospital Authority

The Lumpkin County Hospital Authority will meet to discuss a 2025 grant proposal from CHP. The body will also review the HALC funding request process.

• CHP request proposal for 2025 grant
• HALC funding request process review
• Recognition of Shirley Pace for 20+ years of service

The board unanimously accepted the minutes from the January 8, 2025 meeting and approved the Treasurer's financial report. A new grant request for $45,000 from Community Helping Place was discussed, and the board agreed to follow the 2024 review process and defer the vote to the July 9, 2025 meeting. The board also agreed to seek clarification on filling the open Authority seat and adjourned the meeting unanimously.

• Accepted Jan 8, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Treasurer's quarterly financial report (unanimous)
• Deferred vote on $45,000 Community Helping Place grant to July 2025 meeting
• Agreed to seek clarification on process for filling open Authority seat
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Assessors

The Lumpkin County Board of Assessors will convene to approve minutes and review new business items, including reports on the Appraisal Review Board, homestead exemptions, and applications for veterans and disability exemptions.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Review of Appraisal Review Board report
• Consideration of homestead exemptions
• Review of veterans and disability exemptions
• Processing of exempt and CUVA applications

The Lumpkin County Board of Assessors voted unanimously to approve the ACO report, all homestead, veterans, and disability exemption applications, and updates to rural land and residential improvement schedules. The board also approved exempt property and CUVA applications. Discussion was held about additional staffing needs for the 2026 budget, but no action was taken. The meeting was adjourned at 10:17 a.m.

• Approved ACO Report (4-0)
• Approved Homestead Exemptions (4-0)
• Approved all Veterans Exemption applications (4-0)
• Approved all Disability Exemption applications (4-0)
• Approved Exempt Property Applications for Northeast Georgia Health System, Inc. and The Branch Baptist Church, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved CUVA Applications (4-0)
• Approved updates to rural land schedules and residential improvement schedules (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Veterans Affairs Committee

The Lumpkin County Veterans Affairs Committee met on April 2, 2025 to conduct its regular business. Members discussed the election of a new chair for the 2025‑26 term and reviewed upcoming veteran‑related events such as Vietnam War Memorial Day, Memorial Day ceremony, and Veterans Day parade. Updates were provided on the DAR Trahlyta Chapter Liberty Tree planting, Ranger Camp, and the UNG Corps of Cadets. The meeting also revisited old business concerning tank repairs and wall engravings.

• Election of LCVAC Chairman for 2025‑26
• Planning of Vietnam War Memorial Day event (March 29)
• Discussion of Memorial Day ceremony
• Discussion of Veterans Day Parade
• DAR Trahlyta Chapter Liberty Tree planting update

The committee approved the meeting minutes and the presented finances. Members elected Stan Kelley as the committee president. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved meeting minutes (motion by Heath Williams, seconded by Stan Kelley)
• Approved finances (motion by Liz Curley, seconded by Wyatt Phillips)
• Elected Stan Kelley as president (motion by Heath Williams, seconded by Liz Curley)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Wyatt, seconded by Stan)

Water & Sewerage Authority

The Lumpkin County Water & Sewerage Authority will approve the agenda and minutes, review February 2025 financial statements, receive an update on the Cane Branch WWTP construction project, and consider old business items including an RFP for the Yahoola Creek Park stream restoration design‑build project and standard specifications for water distribution and sanitary sewerage systems.

• Approval of agenda and minutes
• February 2025 balance sheet and income statement
• Update on Cane Branch WWTP Construction Project
• RFP for Yahoola Creek Park Stream Restoration Design‑Build Project
• Standard Specifications for Water Distribution Systems and Sanitary Sewerage Systems

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a new Opioid Antagonist Administration Training & Administration Policy. The meeting includes several committee appointments and contracts for E911 systems and facility upgrades.

• Resolution 2025-19: Opioid Antagonist Administration Training & Administration Policy
• IGA with City of Dahlonega for the 2025 Municipal General Election
• AT&T Call Handling System contract for E911 Center
• Halls Mill Road Right-of-Way Adjustment
• 2020 SPLOST 2025 Work Plan Amendment

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution establishing an Opioid Antagonist Administration Training and Administration Policy. They also reappointed members to the Yahoola Creek Reservoir Property Study Committee and the Water & Sewerage Authority, and adopted amendments to the planning department definition. Several contracts were approved, including the 2025 municipal election agreement with the City of Dahlonega and an AT&T E911 call‑handling system. The board authorized the purchase of picnic tables and a bid for a shade structure at the Pinetree Recreation Center.

• Approved 2025-19 Resolution creating Opioid Antagonist Administration Training & Administration Policy
• Reappointed seven members to Yahoola Creek Reservoir Property Study Committee (Resolution 2025-20)
• Reappointed two members to Water & Sewerage Authority (Resolution 2025-21)
• Amended Section 1-2 to define Planning Department and revise Planning Director definition (Resolution 2025-22)
• Approved contract 2025-033 IGA with City of Dahlonega for 2025 municipal general election
• Approved contract 2025-035 AT&T Call Handling System for E911 Center
• Approved amendment to concession stand agreement for travel baseball and softball (Resolution 2025-38)
• Authorized purchase of picnic tables and bid for shade structure at Pinetree Recreation Center

Board of Commissioners

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners will consider a contract for the Auraria Road at Burnt Stand Road roundabout. The agreement is with Wilson Construction Management, LLC, represented by Special Projects Manager Charles Trammell. No other agenda items are listed beyond the call to order and adjournment.

• 2025-039 Auraria Road at Burnt Stand Road roundabout agreement with Wilson Construction Management, LLC

The Board approved the meeting agenda unanimously. It also approved the Auraria Road at Burnt Stand Road roundabout agreement with Wilson Construction Management, LLC, again unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Auraria Road roundabout agreement with Wilson Construction Management, LLC (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Native American Advisory Committee

The Lumpkin County Native American Advisory Committee will hold its regular meeting on March 27, 2025 at 4:00 PM. The agenda includes a call to order, a discussion of the BOC presentation slides, an update on historical marker information, and adjournment. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discuss BOC Presentation Slides
• Update on Historical Marker Information

Board of Elections

The Board approved its agenda and then certified the precinct returns for the March 18, 2025 special election. A next meeting was scheduled for March 21, 2025 at 9:30 AM. The meeting was adjourned at 9:14 AM. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Certified precinct returns for March 18, 2025 special election (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for March 21, 2025 at 9:30 AM (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:14 AM (unanimous)

Board of Elections

The Board approved the meeting agenda and the February 18 minutes. It certified the March 18 special election results. The meeting was then adjourned. No other actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved February 18 minutes (unanimous)
• Certified March 18 special election results (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners is convening a special called meeting to discuss litigation and property acquisition in executive session.

• Executive Session - Litigation & Property Acquisition
• Executive Conference Room, 99 Courthouse Hill, Dahlonega, GA 30533

Board of Commissioners

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to receive comments on an application for an alcoholic beverage license for a farm winery tasting room. The license request is for Kevin Buckley’s Buckley Vineyards at 427 Castleberry Bridge Road, Dawsonville, GA 30534. The meeting otherwise follows standard procedure with a call to order and adjournment.

• Public comment on issuance of an alcoholic beverage license (farm winery tasting room) to Kevin Buckley for Buckley Vineyards – 427 Castleberry Bridge Road, Dawsonville

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss revisions to the county's land development and land use codes. The meeting also includes several disaster debris removal contracts and infrastructure projects for roads and recreation centers.

• Resolutions 2025-13 and 2025-14 to revise Land Development and Land Use codes
• Disaster debris removal and monitoring contracts with Southern Disaster Recovery, Ceres Environmental, Thompson Consulting Services, and DebrisTech
• Road projects including curve realignment on Town Creek Church Road and construction observation for Auraria Road/SR 9 and Burnt Stand Roundabout
• Agreement with Georgia Cycling Association for mountain bike training at Blackburn Park
• Alcoholic Beverage License request for Buckley Vineyards

Board of Commissioners

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions, including appointing a Veterans Affairs Committee member, revising sections of Chapters 26 and 27 of the county land development and land use code, updating the senior center facility rental policy, and voting on the deannexation of CHP parcels. The agenda also lists multiple contract renewals and agreements, such as the ESRI ArcGIS products renewal and a disaster debris removal contract with Southern Disaster Recovery. Public comment and presentations, including a community award for the Pinetree Recreation Center project, are scheduled before the meeting adjourns.

• Resolution 2025-17: Consenting to the deannexation of CHP parcels (County Attorney Joy Edelberg)
• Resolution 2025-14: Revising certain sections of Chapter 26 (Land Development) of the Code of Ordinances (Assistant County Manager Rebecca Mincey)
• Resolution 2025-15: Revising certain sections of Chapter 27 (Land Use) of the Code of Ordinances (Assistant County Manager Rebecca Mincey)
• Contract 2025-020: Renewal for ESRI ArcGIS products (GIS Administrator Martin Durand)
• Contract 2025-023: Disaster debris removal and disposal contract with Southern Disaster Recovery (Roads Superintendent David Robinson)

Yahoola Creek Reservoir Committee

The Yahoola Creek Reservoir Committee and the Native American Advisory Committee will hold a joint meeting. The agenda includes a presentation from the Native American Advisory Committee and a discussion of the conceptual plan for the Rock House Road property. Standard procedural items such as call to order and adjournment are also listed.

• Presentation from Native American Advisory Committee
• Discussion of conceptual plan for Rock House Road property

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to discuss tax-related reports and exemptions. The body is reviewing specific veterans exemptions and applications for Conservation Use Value Assessment (CUVA).

• Veterans Exemptions for CF Collins, Timothy M DePetro II, and Kimberly Massey
• CUVA Applications
• CUVA/FLPA Values
• Homestead Exemptions
• ACO Report

Water & Sewerage Authority

The Lumpkin County Water & Sewage Authority will review financial reports and construction updates for the Cane Branch WWTP. The body will also consider a recommendation for award regarding 2025 Force Main Improvements and discuss system specifications.

• Cane Branch WWTP Construction Project update
• Recommendation for Award: LCWSA Collection System - 2025 Force Main Improvements
• RFP for Yahoola Creek Park Stream Restoration Design Build Project
• Standard Specifications for Water Distribution and Sanitary Sewerage Systems

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review and act on several subdivision-related requests, including final plat approval for Yahoola Ridge and time extensions for the Kings Mountain and Trahlyta Ridge preliminary plats. It will also consider a variance to reduce the required 75‑foot building setback and 50‑foot activity buffer to 20 feet for a commercial retail project on tax parcel 048‑133 off Castleberry Bridge Road. Routine items such as call to order, agenda consideration, and approval of February 10, 2025 minutes are also on the agenda.

• Final plat approval request for Yahoola Ridge subdivision (tax parcels 056‑046, 074‑007, 074‑098) off Yahoola Road in the Agricultural Preservation Character Area.
• Extension of time request for preliminary plat of Kings Mountain subdivision (tax parcels 034‑004, 022‑334) off Dawsonville Hwy in the Rural Places Character Area.
• Extension of time request for preliminary plat of Trahlyta Ridge subdivision (tax parcel 074‑027) off McDonald Road in the Agricultural Preservation Character Area.
• Variance request to reduce the 75‑foot building setback and 50‑foot activity buffer to 20 feet for a general retail (intermediate) development on tax parcel 048‑133 off Castleberry Bridge Road in the Neighborhood Village Center Character Area.

Veterans Affairs Committee

The Lumpkin County Veterans Affairs Committee will convene to discuss proposed new membership, update on University of North Georgia (UNG) cadet scholarships and memorials, and plan activities for Memorial Day and Veterans Day.

• Introduction of proposed new member Stan Kelley
• Update on UNG Cadet Scholarship and MOA
• DAR plans to plant Liberty Tree in Veterans Park
• Coordination for Vietnam War Memorial Day on March 29
• Tank repair and wall engravings updates

Board of Commissioners

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions, including appointing a member to the Veterans Affairs Committee, revising Chapters 26 and 27 of the County Code of Ordinances (Land Development and Land Use), replacing the Senior Center's Facility Rental Policy, and consenting to the deannexation of CHP parcels. The agenda also includes contract renewals for ESRI ArcGIS products, Bluebeam Studio, and disaster debris removal services, as well as agreements for a farm‑winery tasting room license, use of FF&E funds for the Pinetree Recreation Center, and construction of a concession stand at Field 5. Additional items cover a 2020 SPLOST work plan amendment and standard public‑comment and administrative sections.

• 2025-17 Resolution consenting to the deannexation of CHP parcels
• 2025-14 Revising certain sections of Chapter 26 (Land Development) of the Code of Ordinances
• 2025-15 Revising certain sections of Chapter 27 (Land Use) of the Code of Ordinances
• 2025-020 Contract renewal for ESRI ArcGIS products
• 2025-023 Disaster debris removal and disposal contract with Southern Disaster Recovery

Development Authority

The Lumpkin County Development Authority will present its Business Retention and Expansion Program with StruXure. It will review the January 2025 financial report and meeting minutes. An item will consider canceling or rescheduling the March 18, 2025 DALC Board meeting. Additional updates will cover strategic priorities and partner announcements across infrastructure and development.

• Business Retention and Expansion Program presentation (StruXure)
• 2025 January financial report review
• 2025 January minutes review
• Consideration to cancel or reschedule the March 18, 2025 DALC Board meeting
• Strategic priorities and partner announcements (county, city, utility partners)

Airport Authority

The Lumpkin County Airport Authority will discuss selecting officers, provide an update on its Capital Improvements Plan, and consider Resolution 2025-01, a lease agreement for Hangar B. The meeting also includes routine agenda and minutes approvals.

• Selection of officers
• Capital Improvements Plan update
• Resolution 2025-01 – Hangar B Lease Agreement

Board of Commissioners

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing. The meeting includes a presentation by Assistant County Manager Rebecca Mincey. No specific policy items or decisions are listed beyond the standard order and public comments.

• Presentation by Assistant County Manager Rebecca Mincey
• Public comments period

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss updating the Fire Prevention & Protection Ordinance and the county fee schedule. The meeting includes several appointments to local authorities and the review of multiple service agreements for infrastructure and public safety.

• Resolution 2025-11 to adopt emergency access requirements and amend the Fire Prevention & Protection Ordinance
• Resolution 2025-10 to add an early bird rate for Pinetree Rec Center waterpark season passes
• Bid awards for 2025 LMIG and TSPLOST asphalt resurfacing
• Service agreement with Johnson Controls for a pre-action panel in the Justice Center
• Yahoola Creek Stream Restoration Design-Build Project discussion

Board of Commissioners

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners will vote on several resolutions, including appointments to the Water & Sewerage Authority, Development Authority, Park & Rec Advisory Board, and Yahoola Creek Reservoir Property Study Committee. A resolution will update the county fee schedule to add an early‑bird rate for waterpark season passes at Pinetree Recreation Center. Another resolution will adopt emergency access requirements and amend Chapter 20 of the Fire Prevention & Protection Ordinance. The board will also review multiple contracts and service agreements covering public works, parks, and safety systems.

• Resolution 2025-05: Appoint Henry Davis to Seat 3 of the Water & Sewerage Authority
• Resolution 2025-11: Update fee schedule to include early‑bird rate for waterpark passes at Pinetree Rec Center
• Resolution 2025-12: Adopt emergency access requirements and amend Chapter 20 – Fire Prevention & Protection Ordinance
• Contract 2025-014: GDOT mowing and maintenance agreement for SR 9 at SR 60 Stone Pile Gap
• Contract 2025-013: Service agreement with Johnson Controls to replace a pre‑action panel in the Justice Center

Native American Advisory Committee

The Lumpkin County Native American Advisory Committee will meet at The Venue, 223 Torrington Drive, Dahlonega, on November 6, 2024 at 4:00 PM. The agenda includes a presentation, a discussion of the committee’s deliverables, and setting the date for the next meeting. The committee will also take public comments before adjourning.

• Presentation
• Discussion of Deliverables
• Set Next Meeting Date
• Comments/Questions

Board of Assessors

The Lumpkin County Board of Assessors will meet to approve minutes, review old business regarding disability exemptions, and address new business including homestead, veterans, and CUVA applications.

• Approve minutes from a prior meeting
• Review disability exemption requests for Stacie Harbin
• Consider veterans exemptions for Brock and Nelsen
• Review disability exemptions for Smalt and Denise
• Address CUVA applications and breaches for Flakes and Horne

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a variance request for a privately maintained road in the proposed Norton Ridge Phase II subdivision on Auraria Road, and will review the preliminary plat for that subdivision. It will also review a Class II subdivision proposal for Mount Olive Church Road Estates and a variance for an addiction‑treatment facility on Eagle Overlook Drive.

• Variance from Sec. 26‑226(c) for a privately maintained road in Norton Ridge Phase II (tax parcel 048 001) off Auraria Road, within the Restricted Development Character Area – Residential Growth.
• Review and approval of the preliminary plat and Class VII subdivision for Norton Ridge Phase II (11‑lot residential subdivision) off Auraria Road.
• Review and approval of a Class II subdivision for Mount Olive Church Road Estates (9‑lot residential subdivision, tax parcel 112 046) off Mount Olive Church, within the Restricted Development Character Area – Rural Places.
• Variance from Sec. 27‑2.2.3 for an addiction‑treatment facility expansion on parcel 084 002, 45 Eagle Overlook Drive, within the Restricted Development Character Area – Residential Growth.

Veterans Affairs Committee

The Lumpkin County Veterans Affairs Committee will review end-of-year donations, plan 2025 activities including Memorial Day and Veterans Day events, and receive updates on tank repairs and Ranger Camp operations.

• Review of end-of-year donations from UNG Vets and American Legion
• Planning for Memorial Day and Veterans Day ceremonies
• Update on tank repair
• Update on Ranger Camp operations
• Discussion on UNG veterans support and Corps of Cadets

Water & Sewerage Authority

The Lumpkin County Water & Sewerage Authority will approve the meeting agenda and minutes from the January 7, 2025 meeting, review December 2024 financial statements, receive an update on the Cane Branch wastewater treatment plant construction, and consider a request for proposals for the Yahoola Creek Park stream‑restoration design‑build project. An executive session will address a land acquisition matter.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes from Jan. 7, 2025 meeting
• Review of December 2024 balance sheet, income statement, and cash‑flow summary
• Update on Cane Branch WWTP construction project
• RFP for Yahoola Creek Park Stream Restoration Design‑Build project

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss updating the Fire Prevention & Protection Ordinance and the county fee schedule. The meeting includes several appointments to local authorities and the review of multiple service agreements for infrastructure and public safety.

• Resolution 2025-11 to adopt emergency access requirements and amend Chapter 20 Fire Prevention & Protection Ordinance
• Resolution 2025-10 to update the fee schedule for Pinetree Rec Center waterpark season passes
• Bid awards for 2025 LMIG and TSPLOST asphalt resurfacing
• Service agreement with Johnson Controls for a pre-action panel replacement in the Justice Center
• Appointments to the Water & Sewerage Authority, Development Authority, and Hospital Authority

Development Authority

The Lumpkin County Development Authority will discuss a proposed officer slate for 2025-2026 and a program of work for the coming year. The body will also review strategic priorities regarding infrastructure, industrial development, and workforce partners.

• Proposed 2025-2026 officer slate: Chuck Jones (Chair), Mac McConnell (Vice-Chair), A.C. Moore (Secretary), Donna Minnich (Treasurer)
• Discussion on canceling or rescheduling the March 18, 2025 meeting
• Review of 2025 strategic priorities for infrastructure, industrial/commercial development, and workforce
• Overview of DALC owned/maintained industrial parks: Red Oaks, Lumpkin 400, and Red Oaks Flats

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss work plans for 2020, 2023, and 2026 SPLOST. The meeting includes votes on authority appointments, contract renewals, and an update to the county fee schedule for Pinetree Recreation Center activities.

• Resolution 2025-03 to update Lumpkin County Fee Schedule for Pinetree Recreation Center
• 2020, 2023, and 2026 SPLOST 2025 Work Plans
• Contract 2025-001 with Mauldin & Jenkins for 2024 Audit Engagement
• Contract 2025-006 for Pinetree Recreation Center Pool Maintenance with Aquatic Consulting & Equipment Inc.
• Consideration of easement across Yahoola Creek Fire Station property

Board of Commissioners

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions, including appointing members to the Public Building Authority, Airport Authority, and Water & Sewerage Authority, and updating the county fee schedule to include Pinetree Recreation Center activities. They will also review contracts such as the 2024 audit engagement with Mauldin & Jenkins and the ambulance billing services renewal. Additional items include the SPLOST work plans for 2023‑2026 and a special event permit for "The Roundup" CASA event.

• Resolution to update Lumpkin County fee schedule – include Pinetree Recreation Center activities
• Appointment/reappointment of members to the Public Building Authority, Airport Authority, and Water & Sewerage Authority
• Ambulance Billing Services Contract Renewal
• 2024 Audit Engagement Letter with Mauldin & Jenkins
• Special Event Permit Request for "The Roundup" CASA event

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to elect officers and approve previous minutes. The body will review reports and applications for homestead, veterans, and disability exemptions. The board will also address a CUVA breach regarding a 30.00 acre property.

• Veterans Exemptions for Kristy Armstrong, Paul Kopp, Martin Laxson, and George Masters
• Disability Exemptions for Stacie Harbin and Pamela K Wilson
• CUVA Breach for Neil & Rhonda McWhorter (034-203 – 30.00 ac)
• Review of ACO Report
• Homestead Exemptions review

Planning Commission

The Commission will consider a request from Payton Anderson of Turner Property Holdings, LLC for a final plat review and approval of the proposed Class VII Turner Estates Subdivision (tax parcels 079 030 C01 and 079 030 D02). The agenda also includes routine items such as call to order, approval of the November 18, 2024 and December 9, 2024 meeting minutes, and adjournment.

• Final plat review and approval for Turner Estates Subdivision (Class VII), tax parcels 079 030 C01 and 079 030 D02
• Approval of November 18, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Approval of December 9, 2024 appeal hearing minutes

Board of Commissioners

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners held a retreat on January 10, 2025. Commissioners received updates on the county’s finances, health insurance, and several capital projects including the animal shelter and airport. The meeting also included a planning update, an economic development presentation, a water and sewerage update, and a review of the 2024 goals. No formal decisions were noted in the agenda.

• Financial Update (Abby Branan)
• Health Insurance Update (Alicia Davis, Robb Fowler)
• Animal Shelter capital project update (Ashley Peck)
• Rock House Road Property Conceptual Plan (Rebecca Mincey)
• Review of 2024 Goals (Board & Alan Ours)

Native American Advisory Committee

The committee will hold a meeting to receive a presentation, discuss its deliverables, and set the date for the next meeting. No specific policy decisions or contracts are on the agenda.

Hospital Authority

The Lumpkin County Hospital Authority will review and approve a second payment for the CHP program, conduct a 2024 review of CHP, address the resignation of Secretary Shirley Pace (Seat 3), and elect new officers. The meeting also includes routine items such as approving prior minutes.

• Approval of second payment for CHP
• 2024 review of CHP presented by Paula Payne
• Resignation of Secretary Shirley Pace (Seat 3)
• Election of officers

Water & Sewerage Authority

The Lumpkin County Water & Sewerage Authority will review financial reports and the 2025 operations budget. The body will also discuss the bid process for sanitary sewer collection system improvements and provide an update on the Cane Branch WWTP construction project.

• 2025 LCWSA Operations Budget
• Sanitary Sewer Collection System Improvements bid process
• Cane Branch WWTP construction project update
• Water Tank Maintenance Agreement

Board of Commissioners

The Lumpkin County Board of Commissioners will appoint new members to the Public Building Authority and the Airport Authority. It will adopt a resolution to update the fee schedule for activities at the Pinetree Recreation Center. The board will also review several contracts, consider an easement across Yahoola Creek fire station property, and discuss SPLOST work plans.

• Appoint/Reappoint Chris Dockery and Leland Cox to the Lumpkin County Public Building Authority (terms expire 02/21/2028)
• Appoint/Reappoint Greg Trammell to the Lumpkin County Airport Authority (term expires 02/19/2029)
• Resolution to update Lumpkin County fee schedule for Pinetree Recreation Center activities
• Loan of 1929 Wayne 800 gas pump for display at the administration building lobby
• Pinetree Recreation Center Pool Maintenance Agreement with Aquatic Consulting & Equipment Inc.