Oconee County public meetings in 2025

Board of Tax Assessors

The Oconee County Board of Tax Assessors will convene a settlement conference. The meeting will also include the standard call to order and set the next meeting for January 13, 2026.

• Settlement conference
• Call to order (procedural)
• Next meeting scheduled for January 13, 2026

Board of Elections Meeting

The Oconee County Board of Elections will pre‑certify and then certify the December 9, 2025 special election for HB 121. The board will also receive director reports on the ballot image audit, advance voting, election day operations, and voter registration totals. Upcoming events include a risk‑limiting audit on December 18, 2025 and the next board meeting on January 5, 2026. An executive session may be held to discuss personnel matters or potential litigation.

• Pre‑certification of Dec 9 2025 HB 121 Special Election
• Certification of Dec 9 2025 HB 121 Special Election
• Director’s report: Ballot Image Audit
• Director’s report: Advance Voting
• Risk‑Limiting Audit scheduled for Dec 18 2025

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the November 7 minutes. A clerical error on the precertification spreadsheet was corrected and the precertification was unanimously approved. The board then unanimously certified the results of the December 9 Special Election. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Agenda approved (unanimous)
• November 7 minutes approved (unanimous)
• Clerical error on precertification spreadsheet corrected (unanimous)
• Pre‑certification of December 9 Special Election approved (unanimous)
• Certification of December 9 Special Election approved (unanimous)
• Meeting adjourned (unanimous)

Board of Tax Assessors

The Board of Tax Assessors will review requests for Conservation Use Value (CUV) releases and continuations. The board is also scheduled to approve the office policy for 2026.

• CUV Release for Chappelle Trust 2022 breach paid (B-11-010, B-11-010AA)
• CUV Continuation for Larry & Angela Echols (C-05-043GA)
• CUV Continuation for Jimmy Christopher (W-06-001A, W-05-071)
• Approval of 2026 Office Policy

The Board approved the minutes from the November 11, 2025 meeting. It also approved two CUVA releases, several CUVA continuations, and a veterans' homestead exemption for property C-01H-017A. The 2026 Office Policy & Procedures were postponed until the January 13, 2026 meeting. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved November 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved CUVA releases B-11-010 and B-11-010AA (unanimous)
• Approved CUVA continuations C-05-043GA, W-06-001A, W-05-071, C-08005CC, C-08-005CS (unanimous)
• Approved veterans' homestead exemption for C-01H-017A (unanimous)
• Tabled 2026 Office Policy & Procedures until Jan 13, 2026 (unanimous)

Oconee Fire Rescue Station Chiefs Meeting

The Oconee Fire Rescue Station Chiefs and membership will meet to discuss fleet and facility maintenance. The body will review training records, volunteer recruits, and a recommendation from the Hose & Nozzle Committee.

• Fleet and facilities work orders
• December training review
• Volunteer recruit list review
• Hose & Nozzle Committee recommendation
• Driver training discussion

The station chiefs voted to accept the Hose & Nozzle committee's recommended equipment for all fire engines. They also approved a light and siren permit for a volunteer, and ratified the November 10, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Approved hose & nozzle equipment recommendation (unanimous yes)
• Approved light & siren permit (5-1, 1 abstain)
• Approved November 10, 2025 minutes (motion passed)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Oconee County Planning Commission will review two rezoning applications. The first proposes changing 242.27 acres at 2190‑2291 Clotfelter Road and Malcom Bridge Road from Agricultural (AG) to Residential‑1 (R‑1). The second proposes changing 17.82 acres on Experiment Station Road from Agricultural and AR‑3 to Business‑1 (B‑1) and AR‑3. Both parcels are currently vacant.

• Rezone #P25-0226 Townley Family Partnership, LLLP; 242.27 acres from AG to R‑1; 2190‑2291 Clotfelter Road and Malcom Bridge Road; vacant.
• Rezone #P25-0230 KBB, LLC, Robert G. Bishop, William T. Bishop, and Oconee Shepard Properties, LLC; 17.82 acres from AG & AR‑3 to B‑1 & AR‑3; Experiment Station Rd; vacant.

Oconee County Industrial Development Authority Meeting

The Oconee County Industrial Development Authority will adopt the agenda, approve the October 3, 2025 meeting minutes, and hear a presentation from Kemper Sports regarding Dawson Park. An executive session may be held if needed before the meeting is adjourned.

• Adopt the agenda as presented
• Approve minutes from the October 3, 2025 meeting
• Presentation by Kemper Sports on Dawson Park
• Executive session, if needed
• Adjournment

The Authority approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the October 3, 2025 meeting. A presentation on the Dawson Park sports facility feasibility study was given, but no action on the project was taken. The Authority will schedule a future meeting to discuss how it can contribute to Dawson Park. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Agenda approved (motion by Brian Brodrick, second by John Daniell)
• Minutes for October 3, 2025 approved (motion by Courtney Bernardi, second by Brian Brodrick)
• Meeting adjourned (motion by Brian Brodrick, second by Rick Waller)

Board of Commissioners Meeting

The Oconee County Board of Commissioners will consider a range of items, including approvals of rezoning requests, special use modifications, and several infrastructure contracts. Consent items cover upgrades to the Epps Parkway sewer collector, a roundabout project on Snows Mill Road, and a cell tower lease extension. The board will also discuss appointments to county boards and an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Bogart.

• Rezone #P25-0200 for Wallace and Lauren Miller, 4.45 acres at 1040 Bridlegate Dr (residential)
• Rezone #P25-0205 for Oconee Office Partners LLC, 13.536 acres on multiple Champions Way parcels (commercial)
• Special Use #P25-0233 for Briarwood Baptist Church, 17.18 acres at 1900 Robinhood Rd (commercial)
• Approve the Epps Parkway Sewer Collector Upgrade Bid Award
• Approve the Final Contract Modification for Snows Mill Road at Lane Creek Road Roundabout Project

The commissioners added an Alcohol Beverage Ordinance item to the agenda and approved the meeting minutes. They approved two rezoning requests: P25-0200 (agricultural residential) with two conditions and P25-0205 (office‑business park) expanding building area to 105,000 sq ft with ten conditions. They denied rezoning P25-0209 for a 6‑acre agricultural parcel. All motions passed with recorded vote counts.

• Approved agenda amendment for Alcohol Beverage Ordinance (4-0)
• Approved November 4 and November 25 minutes (4-0)
• Approved Rezone P25-0200 (1040 Bridlegate Dr) with two conditions (4-0)
• Approved Rezone P25-0205 (Champions Way) increasing building area to 105,000 sq ft with ten conditions (4-0)
• Denied Rezone P25-0209 (1810 Elder Mill Rd) (3-2)

Board of Commissioners Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider a funding request from the District Attorney and discuss several infrastructure and facility upgrades. The meeting includes reviews of sewer upgrades, road projects, and a cell tower lease extension.

• District Attorney's funding request
• Real estate agreement extension for 1621 Daniels Bridge Road
• Epps Parkway Sewer Collector Upgrade bid award
• Final contract modification for Snows Mill Road at Lane Creek Road Roundabout Project
• Cell tower lease extension with Prime Tower at OVP

The Board approved the agenda for the November 25 meeting. Commissioners approved a $16,900 budget amendment to fund the District Attorney’s trial expenses, with a unanimous 4‑0 vote. No public comments were received on the items. The meeting was then adjourned after motions to enter and exit executive session and a final adjournment.

• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved District Attorney funding request $16,900 (4-0)
• Moved to adjourn into Executive Session (4-0)
• Moved to return to Regular Session (4-0)
• Final adjournment of the meeting (4-0)

Recreation Advisory Committee

The Oconee County Recreation Advisory Committee will meet to review past meeting minutes and discuss the SPLOST 2027 project. The session will also include updates on park facilities and a public comment period.

• Review and approve July 15 meeting minutes
• Project - SPLOST 2027
• Park Updates
• Public comments

Planning Commission Meeting

The Oconee County Planning Commission will review several rezoning applications, including a 13.536‑acre commercial parcel on Champions Way. Other items include rezoning requests for residential properties on High Shoals Road, Bridlegate Drive, Elder Mill Road, and Elder Extension, as well as a special‑use modification for Briarwood Baptist Church. The commission will also consider a variance request to reduce a required buffer along the eastern property line on High Shoals Road.

• Rezone 13.536 acres at multiple Champions Way addresses (commercial) – application #P25-0205, Oconee Office Partners LLC
• Rezone 5.9981 acres at 6270 High Shoals Rd from A‑1 to B‑2 – application #P25-0198, Seeundberg, LLC
• Variance to reduce buffer on eastern line of 5.9981 acres at 6270 High Shoals Rd – application #P25-0199, Seeundberg, LLC
• Rezone 4.45 acres at 1040 Bridlegate Dr (residential) – application #P25-0200, Wallace and Lauren Miller
• Special Use modification for 17.18 acres at 1900 Robinhood Rd (commercial) – application #P25-0233, Briarwood Baptist Church

The commission rejected the rezoning request P25-0198 for Seeundberg, LLC by a 4‑to‑3 vote. It approved the Bishop variance P25-0199 with a 5‑to‑2 vote, the rezoning P25-0200 with a unanimous 7‑to‑0 vote, and the rezoning P25-0205 with a unanimous 7‑to‑0 vote. The October 20, 2025 meeting minutes were also adopted unanimously.

• Denied Rezone P25-0198 (4‑3)
• Approved Variance P25-0199 (5‑2)
• Approved Rezone P25-0200 (7‑0)
• Approved Rezone P25-0205 (7‑0)
• Approved October 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Keep Oconee County Beautiful Commission Meeting

The Keep Oconee County Beautiful Commission will meet on Nov 17, 2025 to hear a budget report, receive updates on current programs and the Executive Director’s report, discuss new business, and hear committee breakout reports. No specific decisions, contracts, or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Budget report
• Current program updates & Executive Director report
• Committee breakout reports

Board of Health

The Oconee County Board of Health will hold its regular meeting. Items on the agenda are the oath of office for Dr. Melissa Butler, district updates, various reports, and a period for public input. No specific policy decisions or contracts are listed.

• Oath of Office – Dr. Melissa Butler
• District Updates
• Reports
• Public Input

The Board of Health approved the August meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. Dr. Melissa Butler was welcomed as a new board member and recited the oath of office. The board received updates on immunization schedules, vaccine audit results, and the 2025 Rabies report.

• Approved August meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Tax Assessors

The Oconee County Board of Tax Assessors will consider several routine items. They will vote to approve the minutes from the October 14 meeting, the pre‑bill digest, and the ABOS report. An update on appeals will be provided, and the board will discuss its office policy for 2026. The next meeting is scheduled for December 9, 2025.

• Approve minutes from October 14 meeting
• Approve pre‑bill digest
• Approve ABOS
• Provide appeal update
• Discuss 2026 office policy

The Board approved the October 14, 2025 meeting minutes and several reports. It adopted a 5% increase to the Pre‑Bill MH Digest and approved the ABOS value change. The Board also approved the CUVA release for B‑02‑074BA and the CUVA continuation for A‑11‑003. A settlement conference for A‑03D‑007 was scheduled for December 9, 2025.

• Approved October 14, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Pre‑Bill MH Digest with 5% increase (unanimous)
• Approved ABOS value change (unanimous)
• Approved CUVA release for B‑02‑074BA (unanimous)
• Approved CUVA continuation for A‑11‑003 (unanimous)
• Scheduled settlement conference for A‑03D‑007 on Dec 9, 2025 (unanimous)

Tourism and Visitors Bureau

The board will meet to approve previous minutes and review reports from the treasurer and director. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate items.

The board approved the September meeting minutes with no opposition. A motion to not purchase a $5,000 stagecoach was passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved September meeting minutes (no opposition)
• Not purchase $5,000 stagecoach (no opposition)
• Adjourned meeting (no opposition)

Oconee Fire Rescue Station Chiefs Meeting

The Oconee Fire Rescue Station Chiefs and membership will meet to discuss fleet and facility maintenance. The body will review training hours, volunteer recruits, and the status of equipment replacements.

• Fleet and facilities work orders
• Status of Tanker 602 and Engine 801 replacements
• Review of potential volunteer recruit list
• Status of EMR Course
• Review of members lacking training hours

The board approved the October 13, 2025 meeting minutes. A motion to approve Dusty Powell's appeal to remain a member of Oconee County Fire Rescue was seconded and passed with all chiefs voting in favor. The chiefs also reviewed the November training schedule and upcoming equipment upgrades.

• Approved October 13, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Dusty Powell membership appeal (all chiefs present voted in favor)

Board of Elections Meeting

The Board of Elections will pre‑certify and then certify the results of the November 4, 2025 municipal general and special election. The meeting will also include a Director’s Report on advance voting, Election Day operations, and voter registration totals. Upcoming election‑related events such as ballot image audits and risk‑limiting audits are listed for November and December.

• Pre‑Certification of November 4, 2025 Municipal General/Special Election
• Certification of November 4, 2025 Municipal General/Special Election
• Director’s Report – Advance Voting
• Director’s Report – Election Day
• Director’s Report – Voter Registration Totals

The Board of Elections unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the October 6 minutes. They adopted the resolution declaring the Board of Education question results and certified the November 4, 2025 General/Special Election results. They also approved new times for December precertification and certification meetings. The meeting adjourned at 5:59 p.m.

• Agenda approved (unanimous)
• October 6 minutes approved (unanimous)
• Resolution on Board of Education question adopted (unanimous)
• November 4, 2025 election results certified (unanimous)
• Precertification time for Dec 10 changed to 4:30 p.m. (unanimous)
• Certification time for Dec 15 changed to 4:00 p.m. (unanimous)
• Meeting adjourned at 5:59 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider text amendments to the county alcohol ordinance and a bid award for the Colham Ferry Road/Astondale Road Roundabout Project. The meeting includes several zoning and variance requests and a first quarter FY26 financial update.

• Second reading of text amendments to the Oconee County Alcohol Ordinance
• Rezone and Special Use request for truck stops/gasoline stations on Monroe Hwy (3.341 acres)
• Bid award discussion for Colham Ferry Road/Astondale Road Roundabout Project
• Property purchase agreement for 1621 Daniells Bridge Road
• Budget amendment to purchase easements for Epps Bridge Sewer Upgrade

The commissioners approved a rezoning of 3.341 acres on Monroe Highway from Agricultural to B‑2 with eleven conditions (3‑0). They also approved a special use permit for a gasoline station, convenience store and truck‑fueling center on the same property with ten conditions (3‑0). Additional actions included approving a rezoning of 2.93 acres at Research Parkway with eleven conditions (3‑0) and denying a variance for an accessory building on Grayson Lane (3‑0). All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved agenda (3‑0)
• Approved October 7 and October 28 minutes (3‑0)
• Approved text amendments to the Alcohol Ordinance (3‑0)
• Approved Rezone P25‑0043: AG to B‑2, Monroe Highway, 11 conditions (3‑0)
• Approved Special Use P25‑0044: gas station with store and truck fueling, 10 conditions (3‑0)
• Approved Rezone P25‑0188: B‑2 at 1240 & 1520 Research Parkway, 11 conditions (3‑0)
• Denied Variance P25‑0047 for 1230 Grayson Lane (3‑0)

Board of Commissioners Meeting

The Oconee County Board of Commissioners will consider several contracts, including the agreement to purchase property at 1621 Daniells Bridge Road and extensions of lease agreements for county facilities. They will also discuss bid awards for protective netting at OVP sports fields and budget amendments related to the FY25 financial statements and sewer easements. Additional topics include updates to the county hazard mitigation plan and a roundabout project on Colham Ferry Road/Astondale Road.

• Discuss Agreement to Purchase Property at 1621 Daniells Bridge Road
• Discuss Extension of Lease Agreement for Oconee County Annex and Facilities Shop
• Discuss Bid Award for Protective Netting for the OVP Quad
• Discuss Bid Award for Protective Netting for the OVP Multi-use Fields
• Discuss FY25 Year End Budget Amendments for the Issuance of the FY25 Financial Statements

The commissioners approved the October 28 agenda by unanimous motion. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous motion. All other discussed items were placed on the consent agenda for consideration at the November 4 regular meeting.

• Approved October 28 agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
• Deferred purchase of 1621 Daniells Bridge Rd ($670,000) to Nov 4 consent agenda

Library Advisory Board

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to review reports and old business regarding the Oconee Library Art Committee. The board will also address a request for reconsideration of library materials.

• Request for Reconsideration of Library Materials
• Art Committee for Oconee Library

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will consider three items. First, a rezoning request to change 3.341 acres at Monroe Highway from Agricultural (AG) to B‑2. Second, a special‑use request for the same 3.341‑acre parcel to allow truck stops and gasoline stations. Third, a request to modify conditions of an existing commercial rezoning for 2.93 acres at 1240 and 1520 Research Parkway.

• Rezone #P25-0043: 3.341 acres, Monroe Hwy, from AG to B‑2
• Special Use #P25-0044: 3.341 acres, Monroe Hwy, truck stops/gas stations
• Rezone #P25-0188: modify conditions of Rezone #P24-0100, 2.93 acres, 1240 & 1520 Research Parkway

Board of Tax Assessors

The Board of Tax Assessors will vote to approve the minutes from the September 9 meeting. They will receive an update on a pending appeal and provide an office status report. The meeting will also set the date for the next session on November 11, 2025.

• Approve minutes from the September 9 Board of Tax Assessors meeting
• Receive update on a tax appeal case
• Office update from the Board staff
• Schedule next meeting for November 11, 2025

The Oconee County Board of Tax Assessors approved the minutes from its September 9, 2025 meeting. The meeting was called to order and later adjourned by unanimous vote. No other actions were taken.

• Approved September 9, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Meeting called to order (unanimous)
• Meeting adjourned (unanimous)

Oconee Fire Rescue Station Chiefs Meeting

The Oconee Fire Rescue Station Chiefs and membership will meet to review truck and station maintenance, training schedules, and volunteer recruitment. The agenda includes a discussion on a new forestry tanker and a potential executive session for personnel matters.

• Review of Fleet & Facilities Work Orders
• Review of October Training and Volunteer Recruit List
• Status of New Forestry Tanker
• Discussion on Cars for Extrication
• Executive Session for Personnel Matters

The board approved the minutes from the August 11, 2025 Oconee Fire Rescue Station Chiefs meeting. No other formal actions or votes were recorded. The meeting included reviews of training, maintenance, and staffing matters, but these were informational only.

• Approved August 11, 2025 minutes (motion passed)

Board of Commissioners Meeting

The Oconee County Board of Commissioners will review several zoning requests, including a residential rezone on Atlanta Highway and a variance for metal siding on Hale Road. The board will also consider a property purchase adjacent to Heritage Park and a budget amendment for utility relocation at SR 316 and Dials Mill Road.

• Rezone #P25-0157: 7.00 acres at 2001 Atlanta Highway from AG to R-1
• Rezone #P25-0153: Modification of conditions for 14.8894 acres at 2881 Monroe Hwy
• Special Use #P25-0150: Manufactured home as second residence at 1300 Sam Cooper Rd
• Contract to purchase property adjacent to Heritage Park
• Budget amendment for utility relocation at SR 316 and Dials Mill Road

The Oconee County Board of Commissioners approved several land-use actions, including two rezones, a special-use approval, and a variance, each with specified conditions. The Board also adopted amendments to Articles 10 and 12 of the Unified Development Code and authorized the initiation of a new rezoning study for a vacant site. All of these items, along with a consent agenda covering various contracts and project approvals, passed unanimously.

• Approved Rezone No. P25-0153 for The Landing of Bogart, LLC (138,422 SF increase) with five conditions – voted in favor by Mark Thomas, Chuck Horton, Amrey Harden, Mark Saxon; none against
• Approved Rezone No. P25-0157 for NIW Holdings, LLC (R‑1 residential) with three conditions – unanimous vote (Mark Thomas, Chuck Horton, Amrey Harden, Mark Saxon)
• Approved Special Use No. P25-0150 for Justin L. Cooper (manufactured home) with two conditions – unanimous vote
• Approved Variance No. P25-0148 for Seminole Woods Blvd, LLC (metal siding on barn) with one condition – unanimous vote
• Approved text amendments to Articles 10 and 12 of the Unified Development Code – unanimous vote
• Approved Board initiation of rezoning modification for Deferred Tax, LLC (33.657 acres) – unanimous vote
• Approved the consent agenda, which included contracts for Heritage Park purchase, water reclamation facility, LAS Facility decommission, Dawson Park, utility relocation, GDOT certifications, right‑of‑way sale, and quarterly deed acceptance – unanimous vote
• Approved the meeting agenda – unanimous vote

Board of Elections Meeting

The Oconee County Board of Elections will formally approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the September 8 regular meeting and the September 24 special meeting. No unfinished or new business items are on the agenda. A director’s report will cover logic and accuracy testing, poll worker training, and voter registration totals. Upcoming election dates—including the voter registration deadline, absentee ballot mailing, advance voting, Election Day, precertification, certification, and audit—will be announced.

• Approve meeting agenda
• Approve September 8, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Approve September 24, 2025 special called meeting minutes
• Director’s report on logic and accuracy testing, poll worker training, and voter registration totals
• Announcement of key election dates (registration deadline, absentee ballot mailing, advance voting, Election Day, precertification, certification, audit)

The Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the September 8 and September 24 meetings. Jones abstained from the September 24 minutes vote. The Board then moved into executive session, returned to regular session, and adjourned, each with all members in favor.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 8 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September 24 minutes (unanimous, Jones abstained)
• Entered executive session (all in favor)
• Returned to regular session (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Oconee County Industrial Development Authority Meeting

The Oconee County Industrial Development Authority will adopt the agenda, approve minutes from the August 1 meeting, and hold a discussion on future planning. An executive session may be held if needed before the meeting adjourns.

• Adopt agenda as presented
• Approve minutes from August 1, 2025 meeting
• Future planning discussion
• Potential executive session

The Authority approved the meeting agenda and the August 1 minutes. It then moved into an Executive Session to discuss land acquisition, took no action there, returned to regular session, and finally adjourned the meeting.

• Agenda approved (motion by Courtney Bernardi, second by Brian Brodrick)
• Minutes for August 1 approved (motion by John Daniell, second by Courtney Bernardi)
• Adjourned into Executive Session to discuss land acquisition (motion by Rick Waller, second by Brian Brodrick)
• Returned to Regular Session (motion by Brian Brodrick, second by John Daniell)
• Meeting adjourned (motion by Brock Toole, second by Courtney Bernardi)

Animal Services Meeting

The Animal Services Advisory Board will vote to approve the July 9, 2025 meeting minutes. The board will hear public comments limited to five minutes each, receive updates from the Manager on budget, projects, statistics, and events, set future meeting dates, and consider any new business items.

• Approve July 9, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public comments (max 5 minutes per speaker)
• Manager of Animal Services provides updates on budget, projects, stats, and events
• Determine dates for upcoming meetings
• Discuss new business items

Board of Commissioners Meeting

The Oconee County Board of Commissioners will consider several items, including a resolution supporting a grant application, a contract to purchase property, and a bid award for a water reclamation facility. Additional topics include professional services for decommissioning a LAS facility, contract modifications for Dawson Park, and a budget amendment for utility relocation on SR 316 at Dials Mill Road. The meeting also covers county-wide matters such as a GDOT project certification and the sale of right‑of‑way for Bishop Pointe Preserve Subdivision.

• Discuss Resolution in Support of Oconee County Application for Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Program Grant
• Discuss Contract to Purchase Property
• Discuss the Bid Award for Calls Creek Water Reclamation Facility Effluent Force Main
• Discuss the PPI Professional Services Proposal Associated with the On‑site Decommission the LAS Facility
• Discuss Contract and Scope Modifications to Carter Engineering and Hill, Foley, Rossi for Dawson Park

The Board approved a resolution supporting the application for a $3 million Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Program grant to purchase 110 acres adjacent to Heritage Park and expand it to a 474‑acre passive park. The motion passed unanimously (Mark Thomas, Chuck Horton, Amrey Harden, Mark Saxon). All other items were placed on the consent agenda for the October 7 meeting, and the session concluded with standard procedural adjournments.

• Approved September 30 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to apply for $3 M grant (unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter Executive Session (unanimous)
• Approved motion to return to Regular Session (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn meeting (unanimous)

Board of Elections Meeting

The Oconee County Board of Elections will consider adopting a challenge hearing procedure. It will also conduct a candidate challenge hearing. An executive session is scheduled to discuss personnel matters and potential litigation.

• Adopt challenge hearing procedure
• Conduct candidate challenge hearing
• Executive session on personnel matters and potential litigation

The Board of Elections unanimously approved the meeting agenda and adopted the proposed challenge hearing procedures. After hearing testimony, the board voted to uphold the challenge and disqualify Hudson Holder from holding the Town of Bishop office due to residency requirements. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted hearing procedures (unanimous)
• Uphold challenge, disqualifying Hudson Holder (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Recreation Advisory Committee

The Oconee County Recreation Advisory Committee will meet on September 16, 2025. The agenda includes approving the agenda, reviewing the July 15 minutes, and discussing Heritage Park improvements and other park updates. The meeting also provides time for other business, public comments, and adjournment.

• Heritage Park Improvements
• Park Updates

Planning Commission Meeting

The Oconee County Planning Commission will consider several land use actions, including a request to modify conditions for an existing rezoning of 14.8894 acres at 2881 Monroe Hwy. Additional items are a rezoning of 7.00 acres at 2001 Atlanta Highway from agricultural to R-1, a special‑use approval for a manufactured home on 13.35 acres at 1300 Sam Cooper Rd, and a special‑use approval for a community‑scale church on 15.3122 acres at 1060 Cemetery Rd. The meeting will also include the election of officers.

• Rezone #P25-0153: modify conditions for 14.8894‑acre residential parcel at 2881 Monroe Hwy (The Landing of Bogart, LLC)
• Rezone #P25-0157: change 7.00‑acre parcel at 2001 Atlanta Highway from AG to R‑1 (NIW Holdings LLC)
• Special Use #P25-0150: approve manufactured home as second/temporary residence on 13.35 acres at 1300 Sam Cooper Rd (Justin L. Cooper)
• Special Use #P25-0154: approve community‑scale church on 15.3122 acres at 1060 Cemetery Rd (Saint Aelred Catholic Church)

The Oconee County Planning Commission voted 8‑0 to approve rezoning of P25‑0153, P25‑0157, and special‑use approvals for P25‑0150 and P25‑0154, each with staff‑recommended conditions. The commission also appointed Chris Herring and Colby Baker to the Nominating Committee for Officers. All approvals were unanimous.

• Approved Rezone #P25-0153 with 5 staff conditions (8-0)
• Approved Rezone #P25-0157 with 3 staff conditions (8-0)
• Approved Special Use #P25-0150 with 2 staff conditions (8-0)
• Approved Special Use #P25-0154 with 5 staff conditions (8-0)
• Appointed Chris Herring and Colby Baker to the Nominating Committee for Officers (by Chairman Hunt)

Keep Oconee County Beautiful Commission Meeting

The Keep Oconee County Beautiful Commission will discuss its budget report, consider any new business items, and review current program updates and the Executive Director's report. The meeting also includes committee breakout reports before adjourning.

• Budget report
• New business discussion
• Current program updates & Executive Director report
• Committee breakout reports

Board of Tax Assessors

The Board of Tax Assessors will meet to approve minutes and review specific tax-related items. The body is deciding on homestead exemptions for three parcels and reviewing ratios from the Department of Audits.

• S5 homestead approval for parcels A-07D-043, D-01D-011, and B-04D-007B
• Review of ratio from Department of Audits
• Discussion of 30-day notices and BOE approval

The Oconee County Board of Tax Assessors approved several property assessments, including S5 homesteads for three parcels and a non‑disclosure application. They also sent appeals to the Board of Equalization and offered Athens Ridge a valuation of $76,511,211. The board approved appraisals for two additional parcels and conducted an executive‑session discussion on personnel before adjourning.

• Approved S5 homesteads for parcels A-07D-043, D-01D-011 & B-04D-007B (unanimous)
• Approved non-disclosure application (unanimous)
• Approved appeals to go to Board of Equalization (unanimous)
• Offered Athens Ridge a value of $76,511,211 with a 299c (unanimous)
• Approved appraisals for parcels A-04B-054D and B-06K-010B (unanimous)
• Entered Executive Session to discuss personnel (unanimous)
• Exited Executive Session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Tourism and Visitors Bureau

The Oconee County Tourism & Visitors Bureau Board will meet on September 9, 2025 at the Eagle Tavern Museum. The agenda includes a call to order, approval of the July meeting minutes, a treasurer’s report, and a directors’ report. No specific policy decisions or contracts are listed.

• Approval of July minutes
• Treasurer report
• Directors report

The board voted to approve the July meeting minutes with no opposition. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous motion. No other formal actions were taken during the session.

• Approved July meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Meeting

The Oconee County Board of Commissioners will review zoning requests and potential postponements for a truck stop project on Monroe Hwy. The board is also considering several budget amendments for water resources, road acquisitions, and facility repairs.

• Variance #P25-0135 for Richard Grayson to reduce minimum lot width at 1021 Moreland Way & Veterans Memorial Parkway
• Postponement discussion for Rezone #P25-0043 and Special Use #P25-0044 regarding a truck stop on Monroe Hwy
• Budget amendment for Right-of-way Acquisition for SR 53 at Rays Church Road and Malcom Bridge Road
• Bid award for the Courthouse Generator
• Contract modification for the Hog Mountain Road Multi-Use Path

The commissioners approved a $1,429,755 budget amendment to fund right‑of‑way acquisition for SR 53 at Rays Church Road and Malcolm Bridge Road. They also approved a special‑exception variance to reduce lot width at 1021 Moreland Way, and postponed a rezoning and a special‑use request on Monroe Highway. Additional actions included appointing members to the Recreation Advisory Board and Planning Commission, and approving the consent agenda and several contract and design items.

• Approved Variance P25-0135 (reduce lot width) – passed (Mark Thomas, Chuck Horton, Amrey Harden)
• Postponed Rezone P25-0043 and Special Use P25-0044 – passed (Mark Thomas, Chuck Horton, Amrey Harden)
• Approved $1,429,755 budget amendment for SR 53 right‑of‑way acquisition – passed (Mark Thomas, Chuck Horton, Amrey Harden)
• Appointed five members to Recreation Advisory Board – passed (Mark Thomas, Chuck Horton, Amrey Harden)
• Appointed two members to Planning Commission – passed (Mark Thomas, Chuck Horton, Amrey Harden)
• Approved consent agenda as presented – passed (Mark Thomas, Chuck Horton, Amrey Harden)
• Approved bid award for Courthouse Generator – approved
• Approved budget amendment for Water Resources Design Projects with Precision Planning – approved

Board of Elections Meeting

The Oconee County Board of Elections will schedule a hearing on a candidate qualification challenge. The meeting will also include a director’s report covering qualified candidates, the cancellation of the Town of North High Shoals election, list maintenance, logic and accuracy testing, and the Blue Ribbon Committee. Upcoming events such as poll worker training and a logic and accuracy testing session will be announced.

• Set hearing date for candidate qualification challenge
• Report on qualified candidates
• Cancellation of election for Town of North High Shoals
• Logic and accuracy testing updates
• Poll worker training sessions scheduled for September 30 and October 1‑2

The Board unanimously approved the agenda and the minutes from the July 18 and August 19 meetings. A hearing was set for September 24, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. to consider a challenge to candidate Hudson Holder's qualifications for Post 3 Town Council in Bishop. The meeting was adjourned at 5:25 p.m.

• Agenda approved unanimously
• July 18, 2025 minutes approved unanimously
• August 19, 2025 minutes approved unanimously
• Challenge hearing for Hudson Holder set for Sep 24, 2025 (all in favor)
• Board adjourned at 5:25 p.m. (all in favor)

Board of Commissioners Meeting

The Oconee County Board of Commissioners will consider several budget amendments and contracts, including a bid award for a courthouse generator. They will also discuss design contracts for water resources, sanitary sewer easement, and the Bear Creek water treatment plant expansion. Additional topics include a traffic signal application at US 78 and resurfacing projects for 2026.

• Bid award for the courthouse generator
• Budget amendment for water resources design projects with Precision Planning Inc.
• Budget amendment for US 441 sanitary sewer diversion easement
• Contract/budget amendment for design of Bear Creek WTP expansion
• Discussion of GDOT traffic signal application for mixed‑use development at US 78 and Clotfelter Road

The Oconee County Board of Commissioners approved the opioid settlement with Publix, netting $9,607.97 for the county. They also approved a GDOT traffic signal application for a mixed‑use development at US 78/Clotfelter Road. Procedural motions to enter and exit Executive Session and to adjourn the meeting were also passed unanimously.

• Approved opioid settlement with Publix ($9,607.97 net) (4-0)
• Approved GDOT traffic signal application for mixed‑use development at US 78/Clotfelter Road (4-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn into Executive Session (4-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn back into Regular Session (4-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (4-0)

Board of Elections Meeting

The Oconee County Board of Elections will meet to issue a call for a special election scheduled for November 4, 2025. The agenda also includes an executive session to discuss personnel matters and potential litigation.

• Call for Special Election (ELOST) on November 4, 2025
• Executive session for personnel and litigation discussion

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It also unanimously passed a resolution calling a special ELOST election for November 4, 2025, with the official call to appear on August 28, 2025. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved ELOST resolution to hold special election Nov 4, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Oconee County Board of Health will meet to vote for a new Chairperson and Vice Chairperson, review district updates, and receive reports on infectious disease investigations.

• Vote for Chairperson & Vice Chairperson
• District Updates
• Infectious Disease Investigations report
• Public Input session

The Oconee County Board of Health approved the May meeting minutes, with all present voting in favor. The board then elected Mark Thomas as chairperson and Michael Martin as vice chair, each approved unanimously. No new business was presented and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved May minutes (unanimous approval)
• Elected Mark Thomas as chair (unanimous approval)
• Elected Michael Martin as vice chair (unanimous approval)

Board of Tax Assessors

The Board of Tax Assessors will meet to review Conservation Use Value (CUV) applications and homestead approvals. The body will also receive updates on appeals and appraisals.

• CUV Application B-08-001G (Michael, J. Stan)
• CUV Application B-08-001E (Michael, J. Stan)
• CUV Application C-04-066W (McClelland, Fletcher & Julie)
• Homestead approvals
• Appeal update and appraisals

The board approved several conservation‑use applications and a release, mailed 30‑day notices, and approved homestead applications. It denied the appraisal for parcel W‑06‑045 and approved appraisals for parcels A‑04B‑054D and B‑06K‑010B. The board entered and later exited executive session to discuss personnel, with all actions approved unanimously.

• Approved conservation‑use applications B-08-001G, B-08-001E, C-04-066W (unanimous)
• Approved conservation‑use release A-10-078 (unanimous)
• Approved mailing of 30‑day notices and appeal documents (unanimous)
• Denied appraisal for parcel W-06-045 (unanimous)
• Approved appraisals for parcels A-04B-054D and B-06K-010B (unanimous)
• Approved homestead applications filed during appeal period (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to discuss personnel (unanimous)
• Exited executive session (unanimous)

Oconee Fire Rescue Station Chiefs Meeting

The Oconee Fire Rescue Station Chiefs will approve the July meeting minutes and review several operational items. Topics include fleet and facilities work orders, August training activities, and the status of a new forestry tanker. The board will also discuss assigning TAC radio channels and other equipment matters, with an executive session reserved for personnel issues if needed.

• Approval of July minutes
• Fleet & facilities work orders
• Review of August training and volunteer recruit list
• Status of new forestry tanker
• Executive session to discuss personnel matters (if needed)

Board of Commissioners Meeting

The Oconee County Board of Commissioners will consider two proposed 2025 tax millage levies—one for county government maintenance and operations and one for school maintenance and operations. They will also review a range of zoning changes, variances, and several consent items including a water‑main construction bid, a budget amendment for a runoff election, and a road abandonment request.

• Rezone #P24-0165 SAKSS BISHOP LLC: AG to B‑2, 2.89 acres at 5300 Macon Hwy (commercial)
• Rezone #P25-0075 Icy Forest, LLC: AR to AG, 197.12 acres on Old Barnett Shoals Rd (undeveloped)
• Variance #P25-0097 Alexander and Sadie Ginn: reduce front and side yard setbacks, 4.5 acres at 1971 Flat Rock Rd
• Approve bid award for annual water mains and sewer collection system improvements
• Discuss 2025 tax millage levy for Oconee County schools maintenance and operations

The commissioners adopted the meeting agenda and approved the July minutes. They also passed an update to the Speed Detection Device Permit ordinance. In addition, they approved several rezoning applications (P24-0165, P24-0235, P25-0075, P25-0076, P25-0110) and two variance requests (P25-0097, P25-0098), each with conditions.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved July minutes (3-0)
• Approved Speed Detection Device Permit ordinance update (3-0)
• Approved Rezone P24-0165 (AG to B-2) with seven conditions (3-0)
• Approved Rezone P24-0235 (AR to AG) with two conditions (3-0)
• Approved Variance P25-0097 (setback reductions) with one condition (3-0)
• Approved Rezone P25-0075 (AR to AG) with one condition (3-0)
• Approved Rezone P25-0076 (AR to AG) with one condition (3-0)

Oconee County Industrial Development Authority Meeting

The Oconee County Industrial Development Authority will meet on August 1, 2025. The board will adopt the agenda, approve minutes from the May 9 meeting, and discuss the ratification of the FY26 insurance renewal. It will also consider an amendment to the FY25 budget and hold a future planning discussion. An executive session may be held before adjournment.

• Ratify FY26 insurance renewal
• Consider FY25 budget amendment
• Future planning discussion
• Adopt agenda
• Approve May 9 minutes

The Authority approved its agenda and the minutes from the May 9, 2025 meeting. The FY26 insurance renewal was ratified. A FY25 budget amendment adding $33,550 was unanimously approved, bringing the FY25 budget into balance. The meeting was adjourned at 10:10 a.m.

• Agenda approved (motion by Courtney Bernardi, second by John Daniell)
• May 9, 2025 minutes approved (motion by John Daniell, second by Rick Waller)
• FY26 insurance renewal ratified (motion by John Daniell, second by Courtney Bernardi)
• FY25 budget amendment of $33,550 approved unanimously (motion by Brian Brodrick, second by Courtney Bernardi)
• Meeting adjourned at 10:10 a.m. (motion by John Daniell, second by Brian Brodrick)

Board of Commissioners Meeting

The Oconee County Board of Commissioners will consider several items, including a bid award for annual water main and sewer collection system improvements. They will also discuss updates to the speed detection device permit, a budget amendment related to the July 2025 runoff election, and the abandonment of roadways in the Bishop Pointe Preserve subdivision. Additional topics include renewing a tourism MOU and a security camera project.

• Discuss updates to the Speed Detection Device Permit
• Discuss the bid award for annual construction of water mains and sewer collection systems improvements
• Discuss a budget amendment to accommodate the July 2025 runoff election
• Discuss and consider the abandonment of roadways and right-of-ways in Bishop Pointe Preserve subdivision
• Discuss renewal of the MOU with the Tourism and Visitors Bureau

The commissioners approved the July 28, 2025 agenda by a unanimous 3‑0 vote and then adjourned the meeting at 6:20 p.m. No other items were voted on; all proposals were placed on the consent agenda for the August 5, 2025 regular meeting.

• Approved July 28, 2025 agenda (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Board of Tax Assessors

The Oconee County Board of Tax Assessors will convene in the Barnett Shoals Meeting Room to conduct business and set the date for their next meeting.

• Call to order
• Executive Session
• Next meeting scheduled for August 12, 2025

The Board entered an executive session for personnel matters, then returned to the regular meeting. It voted to hire Jeff Teddy. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Enter executive session for personnel matters – All in favor
• Exit executive session – All in favor
• Hire Jeff Teddy – All in favor
• Adjourn meeting – All in favor

Planning Commission Meeting

The Oconee County Planning Commission will approve the minutes from its June 16, 2025 meeting. It will consider five rezoning requests, including changes from agricultural (AG) or rural (AR) to commercial (B-2) or other designations. The parcels range from 2.89 to 197.12 acres and are located on Macon Hwy, Flat Rock Rd, Old Barnett Shoals Rd, Godfrey Place, and Pete Dickens Rd.

• Rezone #P24-0165 SAKSS BISHOP LLC: AG to B-2, 2.89 acres, 5300 Macon Hwy, Commercial
• Rezone #P24-0235 Alexander and Sadie Ginn: AR to AG, 6.221 acres, 1967 & 1971 Flat Rock Rd, Residential
• Rezone #P25-0075 Icy Forest, LLC: AR to AG, 197.12 acres, Old Barnett Shoals Rd, Undeveloped
• Rezone #P25-0076 Icy Forest, LLC: AR to AG, 6.56 acres, Godfrey Place, Undeveloped
• Rezone #P25-0110 Gildardo Orozco: AG to AR, 11.23 acres, 1760 & 1830 Pete Dickens Rd, Undeveloped

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the June 16 meeting. It then approved five rezoning requests—one commercial and four residential/undeveloped—each with staff‑recommended conditions and a 9‑to‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 6:22 p.m.

• Approved June 16, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning P24-0165 to B‑2 commercial (9‑0)
• Approved rezoning P24-0235 to AG residential (9‑0)
• Approved rezoning P25-0075 to AG residential (9‑0)
• Approved rezoning P25-0076 to AG residential (9‑0)
• Approved rezoning P25-0110 to AR residential (9‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:22 p.m.

Keep Oconee County Beautiful Commission Meeting

The Keep Oconee County Beautiful Commission will meet to review a budget report and provide updates on current programs. The meeting will also include reports from the executive director and committee breakout sessions.

• Budget report
• Executive Director report
• Committee Breakout/Reports
• Next meeting: September 15, 2025
• Location: North High Shoals Room

Board of Elections Meeting

The Board of Elections will meet to pre-certify and certify election results. The Director will provide reports on advance voting, Election Day, and list maintenance. The board will also note upcoming qualifying dates for Watkinsville, Bishop, and North High Shoals.

• Pre-Certification of Election Results
• Certification of Election Results
• July 24, 2025, Risk Limiting Audit
• August 18-20 Qualifying for City of Watkinsville, Town of Bishop, and Town of North High Shoals

Board members approved the meeting agenda and the June 20, 2025 minutes unanimously. They completed the pre‑certification and then certified the results of the July 15, 2025 Special Primary Runoff. A motion to cancel the August 4 board meeting and move the September 1 meeting to September 8 was also approved. The meeting was adjourned at 3:15 p.m.

• Agenda approved (unanimous)
• June 20, 2025 minutes approved (unanimous)
• Pre‑certification of July 15, 2025 Special Primary Runoff approved (unanimous)
• Certification of July 15, 2025 Special Primary Runoff approved (unanimous)
• Cancel August 4 board meeting and reschedule September 1 meeting to September 8 approved (unanimous)
• Meeting adjourned at 3:15 p.m. (unanimous)

Library Advisory Board

The Oconee County Library Board of Trustees will approve the April 14, 2025 draft meeting minutes and hear a financial report. Trustees will discuss a revision to the library bylaws and select an artist for the Oconee Library. The meeting also includes a review of the 2025‑26 budget for fiscal year 2026.

• Approval of April 14, 2025 draft meeting minutes
• Financial report presentation
• Discussion of bylaws revision
• Selection of artist for Oconee Library
• Consideration of the 2025‑26 budget (FY26)

Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to review organizational structure and receive introductions from the Park Operations Manager and Program Manager. The session includes a review of the May 20 minutes and a period for public comment.

• Discussion of organizational structure
• Introductions by Park Operations Manager Stacy Fowler
• Field logistics report by Program Manager Jake Thornton

Oconee Fire Rescue Station Chiefs Meeting

The Oconee Fire Rescue Station Chiefs meeting will approve June minutes and discuss work orders for fleet and facilities. They will review July training, volunteer recruitment, and training hour records. Miscellaneous topics include the CO alarm standard operating guideline and the status of new Tanker 502 and Engine 701. An executive session may be held for personnel matters.

• Approve June minutes
• Fleet & facilities work orders
• Review July training and volunteer recruit list
• Discuss CO alarm SOG
• Status of new Tanker 502 & Engine 701

The meeting approved the minutes from June 9, 2025. The chiefs agreed to increase the water tank capacity on future tanker trucks to 2,000 gallons. They set a deadline of Dec 19, 2025 for all non‑career medical responders and firefighters to complete 24 hours of annual training. Station #8 Chief Mike Towe will supply equipment specifications for 1.75" smooth‑bore nozzles at the next chiefs’ meeting.

• Approved June 9, 2025 meeting minutes
• Increased future tanker water tank capacity to 2,000 gallons
• Set Dec 19, 2025 deadline for non‑career responders to complete 24 training hours
• Mike Towe to provide equipment specs for 1.75" smooth‑bore nozzles at next chiefs’ meeting

Animal Services Meeting

The Animal Services Advisory Board will meet to elect new officers and receive updates from Manager Crystal Berisko. The agenda includes reports on budget, projects, statistics, and events.

• Election of new officers
• Manager of Animal Services updates on budget, projects, and stats

Board of Tax Assessors

The Oconee County Board of Tax Assessors will approve the minutes from the June 10 meeting. It will consider a series of CUV (Change in Use Value) applications submitted by various property owners. The board will also review non-disclosure applications and provide an update on appeals. An executive session may be held if needed, and the next meeting is set for August 12, 2025.

• Approve minutes from the June 10, 2025 meeting
• Review CUV applications: B-03-002A (Everett, Robert & Judy), B-03-002K (Everett, Robert & Judy), A-06-013/013HS (Nunn, Wayne), B-06-037HAA (Howard, Hoke & Katie), C-09-027B (Conner, Stacy), C-09-027BA (Conner, Stacy), D-01-003B (Kenimer, William & Tanya)
• Consider non-disclosure applications
• Provide update on appeals
• Hold executive session if needed

The Board approved the minutes from the June 10, 2025 meeting. It unanimously approved a set of Conservation Use applications for several parcels, including B-03-002A and D-01-003B. The Board also approved three non‑disclosure applications and the mailing of 30‑day notices. It denied the appraisals submitted for parcels C-02E-084 and C-05-043D.

• Approved June 10, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Conservation Use applications for eight parcels (unanimous)
• Approved three non‑disclosure applications (unanimous)
• Approved mailing of 30‑day notices (unanimous)
• Denied appraisals for parcels C-02E-084 and C-05-043D (unanimous)
• Entered Executive Session to discuss personnel (unanimous)
• Exited Executive Session and resumed regular meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Tourism and Visitors Bureau

The board will meet to approve previous minutes and review reports from the treasurer and director. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate.

The board approved the May 2025 meeting minutes with no opposition. The meeting was then adjourned at 6:13 p.m. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved May meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Meeting

The Oconee County Board of Commissioners will consider several zoning changes, a special use permit, and multiple consent items. Items include rezoning two parcels on Mars Hill Road and Spartan Lane, a special use approval for Lenru Development, and contracts for the FY26 Family Connection program and sludge disposal. The board will also discuss the ISO Fire Hydrant Flow Testing and Inspection Program before adjourning.

• Rezone #P25-0079 CK Capital LLC from AG to OIP, OBP, & B-2 (14.499 acres) at Mars Hill Rd & Bell Rd
• Rezone #P25-0080 Manor Holdings LLC from AG and AR to OIP (2.95 acres) on Spartan Ln
• Special Use #P25-0081 Lenru Development, LLC for other amusement and recreation uses (6.63 acres) at 2421 Malcom Bridge Rd
• Approve the FY26 Family Connection Contract
• Approve the Award of the Sludge Disposal Contract

The commissioners denied Rezone No. P25-0079 for CK Capital, LLC. They approved Rezone No. P25-0080 for Manor Holdings, LLC, approved a special‑use request for Lenru Development, LLC, and awarded the ISO fire‑hydrant testing contract to Georgia Hydrant Services. Several consent‑agenda items, including employee merit adjustments and a road abandonment, were also approved.

• Denied Rezone No. P25-0079 for CK Capital, LLC (14.499 acres) – vote 3-1
• Approved Rezone No. P25-0080 for Manor Holdings, LLC (2.95 acres) – vote 4-0
• Approved Special Use No. P25-0081 for Lenru Development, LLC (6.63 acres) – vote 4-0
• Approved award of ISO Fire Hydrant Flow Testing contract to Georgia Hydrant Services – vote 4-0
• Approved consent agenda items (employee merit adjustments, road abandonment, FY26 Family Connection contract, sludge disposal contract) – vote 4-0
• Approved meeting agenda – vote 4-0
• Approved June 3 and June 24 minutes – vote 4-0
• Adjourned meeting – vote 4-0

Board of Commissioners Meeting

The Oconee County Board of Commissioners will approve the agenda and hear statements from citizens and commissioners. They will discuss merit and equity adjustments for personnel, road abandonment for the Bishop Pointe Preserve Subdivision, the FY26 Family Connection Contract, the FY26 Indigent Defense Services Contract, and the award of the Sludge Disposal Contract. An executive session will follow to address land acquisition, personnel matters, and potential litigation before adjournment.

• Discuss road abandonment for Bishop Pointe Preserve Subdivision
• Discuss FY26 Family Connection Contract
• Discuss FY26 Indigent Defense Services Contract
• Discuss award of the Sludge Disposal Contract
• Discuss merit and equity adjustments for personnel

The commissioners approved the meeting agenda and the FY26 Public Defender Indigent Services Agreement. They also voted to enter and later exit Executive Session, and to adjourn the meeting. All motions passed unanimously among the four voting members.

• Approved June 24, 2025 agenda (4-0)
• Approved Public Defender FY26 Indigent Services Agreement (4-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn into Executive Session (4-0)
• Approved motion to return to Regular Session from Executive Session (4-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (4-0)

Board of Elections Meeting

The Oconee County Board of Elections will consider pre‑certification and certification of election results. It will also note upcoming events such as a risk‑limiting audit and potential advance voting and runoff elections. An executive session may be held to discuss personnel matters or potential litigation.

• Pre‑Certification of Election Results
• Certification of Election Results
• June 26, 2025 – Risk Limiting Audit
• July 7‑11, 2025 – Advance Voting for Runoff (if needed)
• July 15, 2025 – Special Primary Runoff Election (if needed)

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the May 12, 2025 meeting. It certified the results of the June 17, 2025 Special Primary. The board scheduled a pre‑certification meeting for July 18, 2025 at 3 p.m., with certification to follow. The meeting was adjourned at 3:21 p.m.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Certified June 17, 2025 Special Primary results (unanimous)
• Scheduled Pre‑Certification meeting for July 18, 2025 at 3 p.m. (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:21 p.m. (unanimous)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Oconee County Planning Commission will review three land‑use items. Two applications request rezoning of undeveloped parcels: #P25-0079 (14.499 acres at Mars Hill Rd & Bell Rd) from Agricultural to OIP, OBP, and B‑2, and #P25-0080 (2.95 acres on Spartan Ln) from Agricultural and Rural to OIP. The third item is a special‑use request by Lenru Development, LLC for other amusement and recreation uses on a 6.63‑acre retail site at 2421 Malcom Bridge Rd. No other business is listed.

• Rezone #P25-0079 CK Capital LLC: 14.499 acres at Mars Hill Rd & Bell Rd, from AG to OIP, OBP, B‑2
• Rezone #P25-0080 Manor Holdings LLC: 2.95 acres on Spartan Ln (1011 & 1031), from AG and AR to OIP
• Special Use #P25-0081 Lenru Development, LLC: approval for other amusement and recreation uses on 6.63 acres at 2421 Malcom Bridge Rd (retail)

The commission approved rezoning P25-0079 for CK Capital LLC with nine staff conditions plus an additional condition, voting 6‑1 with one abstention. It approved rezoning P25-0080 for Manor Holdings LLC with eight staff conditions, voting 7‑1. It also approved special‑use rezoning P25-0081 for Lenru Development LLC with three staff conditions, voting 7‑1.

• Approved rezoning P25-0079 (CK Capital LLC) with 9 staff conditions and Condition #10, vote 6‑1 (1 abstention)
• Approved rezoning P25-0080 (Manor Holdings LLC) with 8 staff conditions, vote 7‑1
• Approved special‑use rezoning P25-0081 (Lenru Development LLC) with 3 staff conditions, vote 7‑1

Board of Tax Assessors

The Board of Tax Assessors will meet to approve minutes from the May 13 meeting and receive office updates. The agenda includes an executive session.

• Approval of May 13 meeting minutes
• Office updates
• Executive session

The Board approved the May 13 meeting with all members in favor. It voted to enter an executive session for personnel matters, also unanimously. After discussion, the Board exited the executive session with unanimous approval and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved May 13 meeting (all in favor)
• Entered executive session for personnel matters (all in favor)
• Exited executive session (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

Oconee Fire Rescue Station Chiefs Meeting

The Oconee Fire Rescue Station Chiefs met to review maintenance work orders, training plans, and equipment updates. They will discuss the status of new Tanker 502, Engine 701, and the Year 2028 Engine, as well as set the date for the July 3rd meeting. An executive session may be held to address personnel matters.

• Review June training schedule
• Review potential volunteer recruit list
• Status of new Tanker 502 & Engine 701
• Discuss July 3rd meeting date
• Executive session on personnel matters (if needed)

The board approved the May 12, 2025 meeting minutes. Chiefs voted to cancel the July 3 training session. They also agreed to fund a graveside headstone for Vinnie Williams using private money.

• Approved May 12, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Canceled July 3 training meetings (agreement)
• Funded graveside headstone for Vinnie Williams with private funds (agreement)

Board of Commissioners Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the proposed FY26 budget and various county-wide infrastructure projects. The meeting includes hearings on residential zoning and variances, as well as several board and commission appointments.

• Proposed FY26 Budget adoption
• Rezone #P25-0039: 10 acres at 1488 Old Bishop Rd from AG to AR-3
• Construction of roundabout at New High Shoals and Union Church Road
• Variances for 1011 Barnett Dr regarding front yard setbacks
• RFP #25-03-015 Roadside Mowing Annual Contract Bid Award

The Oconee County Board of Commissioners adopted the FY26 General Fund budget of $45,704,250 and the total county budget of $83,700,551. It also approved a grounds‑maintenance contract with Houseman and several land‑use changes, including a rezoning and two variances. In addition, the board made multiple appointments to advisory boards and approved a right‑of‑way donation to GDOT.

• Approved FY26 General Fund budget of $45,704,250 and total budget of $83,700,551 (motion passed)
• Approved grounds‑maintenance contract with Houseman for $618,987.19 annual plus $56,675 as‑needed (motion passed)
• Approved Rezone No. P25‑0039 for 1488 Old Bishop Road with two conditions (motion passed)
• Approved Variance No. P24‑0255 for 1011 Barnett Drive with three conditions (motion passed)
• Approved Variance No. P25‑0078 for 1011 Barnett Drive (motion passed 3‑1)
• Appointed Jeffrey B. Watson to the Animal Services Advisory Board (motion passed)
• Appointed Jody Pope, John Lawson, Angela Young, Ashley Sorrells, and Tamara Andros to the Keep Oconee County Beautiful Commission (motion passed)
• Approved right‑of‑way donation to GDOT (motion passed)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Oconee County Library Art Committee is meeting to discuss new business regarding art proposals. The meeting is scheduled for May 23, 2025, at the Oconee Library.

• Review of art proposals

Recreation Advisory Committee

The Oconee County Recreation Advisory Committee will meet on May 20, 2025 to consider park projects. The agenda also includes routine items such as agenda approval, public comments, and adjournment.

• Park Projects discussion

Board of Commissioners Meeting

The Board will hold a public hearing on the FY26 budget, followed by agenda approval and citizen remarks. Commissioners will discuss several contract awards and engineering projects, including roadside mowing, grounds maintenance, and sewer upgrades. The board will also consider an estimated millage rate and accept deeds and easements. An executive session may address land acquisition, personnel matters, or potential litigation.

• Public Hearing on the FY26 Budget
• RFP #25-03-015 Roadside Mowing Annual Contract Bid Award
• Grounds Maintenance Contract RFP Update
• Epps Bridge Parkway Sewer Collector Upgrade Engineering discussion
• US 441 Sanitary Sewer Diversion Engineering discussion

The Oconee County Board of Commissioners approved the May 20, 2025 agenda by unanimous vote. The FY26 budget was presented but not adopted, with adoption scheduled for June 3, 2025. Several contract and engineering proposals were discussed and slated for the consent agenda at the June 3 meeting. The board entered executive session, returned to regular session, and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved May 20, 2025 agenda (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn into Executive Session passed (4-0)
• Motion to return to Regular Session passed (4-0)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting passed (4-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Oconee County Planning Commission is meeting to review a rezoning request and approve previous meeting minutes. The primary item of business is a request to change the zoning designation of a residential property.

• Rezone #P25-0039: Request to change 10 acres at 1488 Old Bishop Rd from AG to AR-3 for residential use

The commission approved rezoning application P25-0039 for 1488 Old Bishop Rd from Agricultural (AG) to AR‑3 residential, with two staff‑recommended conditions, by a 9‑to‑0 vote. The meeting minutes from April 21, 2025 were also approved unanimously. The commission then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved rezoning P25-0039 (9-0)
• Approved April 21, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Keep Oconee County Beautiful Commission Meeting

The commission will meet to review a budget report and receive updates from the Executive Director. The agenda consists of standard procedural items and committee reports.

• Budget report review
• Executive Director report on current programs

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to review minutes from the previous meeting and discuss district updates. The agenda consists of procedural items and reports.

• Review of minutes from the last meeting
• District updates

The Board of Health unanimously approved the February 2025 meeting minutes. No other actions or resolutions were adopted during the May 14, 2025 session.

• Approved February minutes (unanimous)

Board of Tax Assessors

The Board of Tax Assessors will meet to approve minutes from the April 15 meeting and consider applications for CUV and Non-Disclosure status. The next meeting is scheduled for June 10, 2025.

• Approve minutes from April 15 meeting
• CUV application for D-02B-004A Penoyer, Jeffrey
• Non-Disclosure application
• Next meeting scheduled for June 10, 2025

The Board of Tax Assessors unanimously approved the minutes from the April 15 meeting. They also approved the postmarked CUVA application (D‑02B‑004A). Additionally, the Board approved a Non‑Disclosure application. All motions passed with all members in favor.

• Approved April 15 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved postmarked CUVA application D-02B-004A (unanimous)
• Approved Non-Disclosure application (unanimous)

Tourism and Visitors Bureau

The Oconee County Tourism & Visitors Bureau board will consider an amended budget that includes a request for prior TCT funds. It will vote on creating a new part‑time position. It will vote on allocating funds for maintenance work at the Eagle Tavern Museum and the William Daniell House. The meeting will also review tourism analytics, economic impact numbers from Explore Georgia, and discuss a new auditor and upcoming events.

• Vote on amended budget requesting prior TCT funds
• Vote on new part‑time position
• Vote on funding for maintenance work at Eagle Tavern Museum
• Vote on funding for maintenance work at William Daniell House
• Review of tourism analytics and economic impact numbers from Explore Georgia

The board approved the staff recommendation to amend the budget to fund a new auditor and a part‑time social‑media position. It also approved a $16,975 expenditure for wood‑rot repairs at the William Daniells House. Both actions were moved and seconded with no opposition.

• Approved January meeting minutes (motion passed, no opposition)
• Approved amended budget to cover new auditor and part‑time position (motion passed, no opposition)
• Approved $16,975 wood‑rot repair contract for William Daniells House (motion passed, no opposition)

Board of Elections Meeting

The Oconee County Board of Elections will approve the March 4, 2025 meeting minutes and consider routine items such as the director’s report on logic and accuracy testing, poll worker training, and legislative updates. Public comment will be allowed for up to 15 minutes. The board will also review a schedule of upcoming election-related events, and may hold an executive session to discuss personnel matters or potential litigation.

• Approve March 4, 2025 minutes
• Public comment (up to 15 minutes total)
• Director’s report: logic and accuracy testing
• Director’s report: poll worker training
• Executive session on personnel matters or potential litigation

The Board of Elections approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the March 4, 2025 meeting without any opposition. No unfinished or new business was presented. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 4, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Oconee Fire Rescue Station Chiefs Meeting

The Oconee Fire Rescue Station Chiefs meeting will review work orders for fleet and facilities maintenance. It will examine May training activities, volunteer recruitment, and members' training hour status. Miscellaneous topics include CO alarm calls, spare gas monitor, and updates on new Tanker 502 and Engine 701. An executive session may be held to discuss personnel matters.

• Review work orders for fleet and facilities maintenance
• Review May training schedule and volunteer recruit list
• Discuss CO alarm calls and spare gas monitor
• Status update on new Tanker 502 and Engine 701
• Executive session on personnel matters (if needed)

The chiefs approved the March 10, 2025 meeting minutes. No other formal actions were taken; the board discussed training schedules, equipment readiness, and volunteer training requirements.

• Approved March 10, 2025 minutes

Oconee County Industrial Development Authority Meeting

The Oconee County Industrial Development Authority will adopt its meeting agenda and approve the minutes from the February 7, 2025 meeting. The primary item is a discussion and consideration of the FY26 budget. An executive session may be held if needed before the meeting adjourns.

• Adopt agenda as presented
• Approve minutes from February 7, 2025 meeting
• Discuss and consider FY26 budget
• Executive session, if needed

Animal Services Meeting

The Oconee County Animal Services Advisory Board will meet on May 7, 2025 to approve the February 5, 2025 meeting minutes. The board will hear public comments, receive updates from the Manager of Animal Services, and discuss future meeting dates and any new business. No specific contracts, ordinances, or budget items are listed on the agenda.

• Approve February 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public comments (limit of 5 minutes each)
• Manager of Animal Services updates (budget, projects, stats, events)
• Set future meeting dates
• Consider new business items

The board approved the February 5, 2024 meeting minutes. It approved Michelle for the Pet Smart position through June 30 and noted she may apply for a permanent role. The board hired Sue Helzerman through a Best Friends Grant. No other motions were recorded.

• Approved February 5, 2024 minutes (motion by Ruffin, second by Leathers)
• Approved Michelle for Pet Smart position until June 30
• Hired Sue Helzerman via Best Friends Grant

Board of Commissioners Meeting

The Oconee County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the FY26 budget and then consider several agenda items. Commissioners will vote on a rezoning of Blake Underwood, discuss contracts for civic center repairs and a roundabout design, and approve multiple consent items including the courthouse renovation construction manager bid. An executive session may follow for land acquisition and personnel matters.

• Rezone #P25-0015 Blake Underwood from Agricultural (AG) to Residential (AR) – 48.96 acres at 2153 Barnett Shoals Rd
• Award of the RFP for Civic Center Repairs
• Design Services Contract for the Hog Mountain Road/Wellbrook Road Roundabout
• Bid Award for Construction Manager at Risk for the Courthouse Renovation Project
• Approval of FY25 Senior Center Van Purchase

The Oconee County Board approved the meeting agenda and prior minutes. It voted to rezone a 48.96‑acre property from Agricultural to Agricultural Residential with four conditions. The Board also approved several contract awards for civic center repairs, a roundabout design, and Dawson Park architectural services, and adopted the consent agenda items.

• Approved May 6 agenda (4-0)
• Approved April 1 and April 29 minutes (4-0)
• Approved Rezone No. P25-0015 (AG to AR, four conditions) (4-0)
• Approved awarding Civic Center repair contract to Reams Construction ($505,404.54) (4-0)
• Approved design services contract with Carter Engineering for roundabout and median ($250,000) (4-0)
• Approved architectural services contract with Hill Foley Rossi for Dawson Park gyms and field services building (up to $582,000) (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including roundabout design, pump station replacement, and other projects (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Board of Commissioners Meeting

The Oconee County Board of Commissioners will review several project bids and contracts, including a design services bid for a roundabout at Cole Springs Road and Clotfelter Road, and the award of a construction manager at risk for the courthouse renovation. They will also receive updates on the 3rd quarter FY25 financials and discuss utility relocation change orders. Additional topics include a heritage park easement agreement and vehicle purchases for the civic and senior centers.

• Discuss Design Services Bid for roundabout at Cole Springs Road/Clotfelter Road at Highway 53
• Discuss award of Construction Manager at Risk bid for Courthouse Renovation Project
• Discuss Change Order for Utility Relocation for Highway 53 at Snows Mill/Rocky Branch Road
• Discuss Heritage Park Easement Plat Agreement
• Discuss FY25 Senior Center Van Purchase

The Oconee County Board of Commissioners approved the April 29, 2025 agenda unanimously. They then moved into an executive session to discuss land acquisition, personnel matters, and litigation, and later returned to regular session. All motions to enter and exit the executive session and to adjourn the meeting passed with no opposition. No substantive project approvals were made; items were placed on the consent agenda for the May 6 meeting.

• Approved April 29, 2025 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter Executive Session (unanimous)
• Approved motion to return to Regular Session (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Oconee County Planning Commission will meet on April 21, 2025, at 6:00 PM. The agenda includes approval of the March 17, 2025 minutes. The commission will consider rezoning request #P25-0015, changing 48.96 acres at 2153 Barnett Shoals Road from Agricultural (AG) to Agricultural Residential (AR).

• Rezone #P25-0015: 48.96 acres at 2153 Barnett Shoals Rd from AG to AR

The commission voted 7-3 to approve rezoning of parcel P25-0015 to AR-3 zoning, adopting the five staff‑recommended conditions. The motion was moved by Jim Jenkins and seconded by Ann Evans. The meeting also approved the March 17, 2025 minutes unanimously. The commission adjourned at 6:36 p.m. after a motion by Lisa Ferguson, seconded by Colby Baker.

• Approved rezoning of P25-0015 to AR-3 zoning (7-3)
• Adopted five staff‑recommended conditions for P25-0015
• Approved March 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:36 p.m.

Board of Tax Assessors

The Board of Tax Assessors will review numerous Current Use Value (CUV) applications and continuations. The body is also scheduled to approve homestead and Freeport applications and the mailing of assessment notices.

• Review of CUV applications for various properties, including Taeda Shoals (299.31) and Farmington Minerals & Aggregates (274.49)
• Review of CUV continuations for Townley Family Partnership and Lake Oconee Farms
• CUV releases for Marco & Kathryn Davila
• Approval of Homestead and Freeport applications
• Approval of the digest and mailing of assessment notices

The Board unanimously approved the March 11, 2025 minutes and a large set of CUV applications, both denied and approved. It also approved the 2025 homestead and freeport applications, and adopted the final gross digest with mailing of over 19,000 real‑property and 900 personal assessments. Donna Smith Fee resigned from the Board effective immediately.

• Approved March 11, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Denied CUV applications A-01-033AA, A-05-038B, B-05-015C, A-07B-018 (unanimous)
• Approved multiple CUV applications (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 homestead applications (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 freeport applications (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 final gross digest and mailing of 19,409 real & 917 personal assessments (unanimous)
• Approved CUV releases (unanimous)
• Donna Smith Fee resigned from the Board effective immediately (unanimous)

Recreation Advisory Committee

The Oconee County Recreation Advisory Committee will meet to discuss Dawson Park. The meeting also includes time for public comments.

• Discussion regarding Dawson Park

The Board of Commissioners (BOC) voted to choose Option B for the conceptual phases of Dawson Park, with a target groundbreaking in spring 2026. The meeting provided cost estimates of $80‑$100 M total and $17‑$18 M currently allocated, and discussed financing options including bonds and the upcoming 2027 SPLOST. No other formal actions were taken, and a town‑hall meeting was announced for May 13.

• BOC voted to select Option B for Dawson Park conceptual phases (no vote tally provided)
• No additional actions or approvals were taken

Library Advisory Board

The Oconee County Library Board will approve minutes from the January 13, 2025 meeting. It will hear the Branch Manager’s Report, the Regional Services Report, and Friends of the Library reports for Bogart and Watkinsville. New business includes a nomination for a regional board vacancy and discussion of the 2025‑2026 budget (FY26). The meeting will conclude with adjournment and set the next meeting for July 14.

• Approval of minutes from the January 13, 2025 Board meeting
• Branch Manager’s Report
• Regional Services Report
• Nomination for regional board vacancy
• 2025‑2026 budget (FY26) for the library

The Library Advisory Board approved the minutes from the January 13, 2025 meeting. The board approved the nomination of Daphne Norton as Oconee County’s representative on the regional library board. It also adopted a new meeting schedule—third Tuesday at 4:30 p.m.—and set the next meeting for July 15, 2025 at the Wire Park location. The board assigned staff to pursue an outside‑book‑return sign and tasked a member with reviewing bylaws.

• Approved minutes of the January 13, 2025 board meeting (motion carried)
• Approved nomination of Daphne Norton as Oconee County representative on the regional library board (approved by board)
• Adopted third Tuesday at 4:30 p.m. as the new regular meeting time and scheduled next meeting for July 15, 2025 at Wire Park (motion carried)
• Assigned Mr. Mitchell and Ms. Mayfield to take the outside book‑return sign issue to action
• Ms. Stitt‑Gohdes volunteered to work with the regional director to review bylaws and recommend updates

Board of Commissioners Meeting

The Oconee County Board of Commissioners will consider three rezoning applications and one variance request. They will also discuss an RFP for audit services and approve two contracts: a fire‑hydrant flow testing program and design services for Dawson Park. All items are on the agenda for the April 1, 2025 meeting.

• Rezone #P24-0240: Green Oaks Farm Enterprises, LP & William B. Jones – change from AG to B-2, 0.902 acres on Monroe Hwy
• Rezone #P24-0248: Green Oaks Farm Enterprises, LP & William B. Jones – modify conditions of rezoning #7702, 32.08 acres on Monroe Hwy
• Rezone #P24-0256: Industrial Properties Management, LLC – modify conditions of rezoning #P24-0067, 45.6 acres at 1355 Aiken Rd
• Variance #P25-0012: Thomas McElhannon – reduce required private freestanding garage setback on 2450 Colham Ferry Rd (6.42 acres)
• Approve award of ISO Fire Hydrant Flow Testing and Inspection Program contract

The Oconee County Board of Commissioners approved three rezoning requests (P24-0240, P24-0248, P24-0256) with conditions, and a setback variance (P25-0012) with one condition. The board also approved the award of a five‑year audit services contract to Rushton. All items on the consent agenda, including the ISO fire‑hydrant flow testing program and the design services contract for Dawson Park, were approved.

• Approved Rezone No. P24-0240 (AG to B‑2) with six conditions (4‑0)
• Approved Rezone No. P24-0248 (AG to B‑2) with eleven conditions (4‑0)
• Approved Rezone No. P24-0256 (modification of P24-0067) with eight conditions (4‑0)
• Approved Variance No. P25-0012 (setback reduction) with one condition (4‑0)
• Approved award of audit services RFP to Rushton for five years (4‑0)
• Approved all items on the Consent Agenda (4‑0)
• Approved ISO Fire Hydrant Flow Testing and Inspection Program (as part of Consent Agenda)
• Approved Design Services Contract for Dawson Park (as part of Consent Agenda)

Board of Commissioners Meeting

The Oconee County Board of Commissioners will discuss and decide on several contracts, including the award of the ISO Fire Hydrant Flow Testing and Inspection Program. They will also consider a design services contract for Dawson Park and an RFP for audit services. A National EMS Annual Report will be presented, and an executive session may address land acquisition, personnel matters, or potential litigation.

• Award of ISO Fire Hydrant Flow Testing and Inspection Program
• Design Services Contract for Dawson Park
• Request for Proposals for Audit Services
• National EMS Annual Report presentation
• Executive session on land acquisition, personnel matters, or potential litigation

The commissioners approved the March 25 agenda unanimously. Two items—the fire‑hydrant flow testing contract and the Dawson Park design services contract—were placed on the consent agenda for the April 1 meeting. The board then voted to adjourn into executive session to discuss land acquisition, personnel matters, and litigation, later returning to regular session and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved March 25 agenda (Voted in Favor: Mark Thomas, Chuck Horton, Amrey Harden, Mark Saxon; Voted Against: None)
• Placed fire‑hydrant flow testing contract on consent agenda for April 1 (consensus decision)
• Placed Dawson Park design services contract on consent agenda for April 1 (consensus decision)
• Motion to adjourn into executive session passed (Voted in Favor: Mark Thomas, Chuck Horton, Amrey Harden, Mark Saxon; Voted Against: None)
• Motion to return to regular session passed (Voted in Favor: Mark Thomas, Chuck Horton, Amrey Harden, Mark Saxon; Voted Against: None)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting passed (Voted in Favor: Mark Thomas, Chuck Horton, Amrey Harden, Mark Saxon; Voted Against: None)

Recreation Advisory Committee

The Oconee County Recreation Advisory Committee will meet to review previous meeting minutes and discuss invasive species in parks. The meeting includes a period for public comments.

• Discussion on Park Invasive Species led by Gary Crider

Planning Commission Meeting

The Oconee County Planning Commission will meet to review three requests to modify existing zoning conditions for properties along Monroe Highway and Aiken Road. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the February 17, 2025 meeting.

• Approval of minutes from February 17, 2025
• Rezone #P24-0240: Modify conditions for 0.902 acres on Monroe Hwy
• Rezone #P24-0248: Modify conditions for 32.08 acres on Monroe Hwy
• Rezone #P24-0256: Modify conditions for 45.6 acres on 1355 Aiken Rd
• Rezone #P25-0016: Modify conditions for 7.2 acres on 1355 Aiken Rd

Keep Oconee County Beautiful Commission Meeting

The Keep Oconee County Beautiful Commission will approve the previous meeting's minutes, receive a budget report, and discuss new and old business items. The agenda includes updates from the current program and reports from committee breakouts. No specific projects, contracts, or ordinance items are listed.

Board of Tax Assessors

The Oconee County Board of Tax Assessors will review Current Use Value (CUV) applications for the 2025 tax year. The agenda lists individual applications with values ranging from $1.74 to $49.07 for various owners. The board will also consider continuation of prior CUV cases, exempt removal letters, an exempt property application, and discuss moving the April meeting to a later date.

• Review 2025 CUV applications (e.g., White $7.24, Chapman $12.00, Sims $49.07)
• Continue prior CUV cases (e.g., Cohen $10.00 from 2016, Matias $31.00 from 2023)
• Consider exempt removal letters
• Consider exempt property application
• Discuss rescheduling the April meeting

Tourism and Visitors Bureau

The board will meet to review the treasurer and directors reports and approve previous meeting minutes. The agenda consists of procedural items.

• Approval of January and February minutes
• Treasurer Report
• Directors Report

Oconee Fire Rescue Station Chiefs Meeting

The Oconee Fire Rescue Station Chiefs and membership will meet to discuss equipment maintenance and training. The body will review fleet work orders and volunteer recruitment.

• Work orders for fleet and facilities
• Review of potential volunteer recruit list
• Review of monthly training hours
• Use of extrication cars from Wilson’s
• Review of yellow forestry hose

Farmland Preservation

The Oconee County Farmland Preservation Committee will approve minutes from the August 21, 2024 meeting. Members will review the proposed 2025 calendar and decide on the next public meeting date. The committee will receive easement updates for Nedza Farm and BJB Rollins Farm and consider design ideas for a commemorative easement display sign. They will also discuss outreach methods such as flyers and mailers.

• Approve minutes from the August 21, 2024 committee meeting
• Review proposed 2025 calendar and set upcoming public meeting date
• Easement updates for Nedza Farm and BJB Rollins Farm
• Consider ALT design ideas for commemorative easement display sign
• Discuss outreach options: flyers, mailers, information sharing

Board of Elections Meeting

The Board of Elections will meet to approve previous minutes and receive a Director's Report. The report covers a recall application petition, budget, and voter registration. The board will also note upcoming dates for training and the June 17 Special Primary.

• Recall Application Petition
• Budget report
• Voter Registration report
• June 17, 2025 Special Primary for Public Service Commissioner

Board of Commissioners Meeting

The Oconee County Board of Commissioners will consider several zoning changes, a variance request, and multiple budget and funding items. They will vote on the final budget for utility relocation at SR53 and Snows Mill/Rocky Branch Road, reallocate funds for the Clotfelter Bridge project, and approve SPLOST farmland preservation funding. Additional items include a design services contract for Dawson Park and an RFP for health‑insurance broker services.

• Rezone #P24-0036 for Epps Bridge Centre II, LLC – 2.494 acres at 6000 Parkway Blvd, Commercial
• Rezone #P24-0254 for Rhino Mini‑Storage, LLC – 8.37 acres at 1052 Moreland Heights Rd, Vacant
• Rezone #P24-0257 for Severn LLC – 3.14 acres at 1901 Epps Bridge Parkway, rezoned from AG to B‑2
• Variance #P24-0259 for D.R. Horton Inc. – reduce side‑yard setback on 0.23‑acre lot at 1308 Westland Court, Residential
• Approve the final budget for utility relocation at SR53 and Snows Mill / Rocky Branch Road

Board of Commissioners Meeting

The Oconee County Board of Commissioners will meet on February 25, 2025 at 6:00 PM. Items include updates to the fiscal ordinance, discussion of the final budget for utility relocation on SR 53 near Snows Mill and Rocky Branch Road, and reallocation of funds for the Clotfelter Bridge project. The board will also consider SPLOST farmland preservation funding and a request for proposals for health‑insurance broker services to explore self‑funded coverage. An executive session is scheduled for land acquisition, personnel matters, or potential litigation.

• Discuss updates to the Fiscal Ordinance
• Discuss final budget for utility relocation at SR 53 and Snows Mill / Rocky Branch Road
• Discuss reallocation of funds for the Clotfelter Bridge at Barber Creek Project
• Discuss SPLOST farmland preservation funding
• Discuss RFP for health‑insurance broker services to explore self‑funded coverage

Upper Oconee Basin Water Authority

The Upper Oconee Basin Water Authority will approve the minutes from the January 28, 2025 meeting. Commissioners will review the SCADA system proposal prepared by Jacobs. The finance committee will present its report, and the public will have a brief comment period.

• Approve January 28, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review Jacobs SCADA proposal
• Finance committee report presentation
• Public comment period (10 minutes, 2‑minute per speaker)
• Other business

Tourism and Visitors Bureau

The Ocone​e County Tourism & Visitors Bureau Board will meet on February 18, 2025 at the Eagle Tavern Museum. The agenda includes a review and vote on the fiscal year 2025‑2026 budget for the bureau. The meeting will be adjourned after the budget vote.

• FY25‑FY26 budget review and vote for the Tourism & Visitors Bureau

Planning Commission Meeting

The Oconee County Planning Commission will meet to discuss three rezoning applications. These include requests to modify previous rezoning conditions and one request to change land use from agricultural to commercial.

• Rezone #P24-0036: Modify conditions for 2.494 acres at 6000 Parkway Blvd
• Rezone #P24-0254: Modify conditions for 8.37 acres at 1052 Moreland Heights Rd
• Rezone #P24-0257: Rezone 3.14 acres at 1901 Epps Bridge Parkway from AG to B-2

Board of Health

The Oconee County Board of Health will hold elections for its officers and administer the oath of office. The board will review the FY26 budget presentation by Emily Eisenman. A request for an environmental health variance will be considered, and district updates will be provided. The meeting will also include reports and a period for public input.

• Election of Officers
• Oath of Office
• FY26 Budget presentation by Emily Eisenman
• Environmental Health Variance Request by Keli Hinson
• District Updates

Board of Tax Assessors

The Oconee County Board of Tax Assessors will approve minutes from the January 14 and January 31 meetings. It will consider a series of Current Use Value (CUV) applications and continuations listed on the agenda. The board will also vote on ratios and adjustment approval, adopt a policy manual, and approve the 2025 budget.

• Approve minutes from the January 14 and January 31 meetings
• Review and decide on multiple CUV applications (e.g., Elder, Vaughan, Simonton, etc.)
• Approve ratios and adjustment approval
• Adopt the policy manual
• Approve the 2025 budget

Oconee Fire Rescue Station Chiefs Meeting

The Oconee Fire Rescue Station Chiefs and membership will meet to discuss fleet and facility work orders. The body will also review February training, volunteer recruit lists, and member training hours.

• Work orders for fleet and facilities
• February training review
• Volunteer recruit list review
• Monthly training hours list review

Oconee County Industrial Development Authority Meeting

The Industrial Development Authority will meet to elect officers and approve minutes from October 28, 2024. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.

• Election of Officers

Board of Elections Meeting

The Oconee County Board of Elections will meet on February 6, 2025 at 6 p.m. The agenda includes approval of the December 3, 2024 minutes, review of 228 voter challenges from October, and a vote on a precinct consolidation hearing. The meeting also features a director’s report on legislative changes, list maintenance, voter registration totals, and an executive session on personnel matters or potential litigation.

• Approve December 3, 2024 Board of Elections minutes
• Consider 228 voter challenges from October
• Approve precinct consolidation hearing
• Director’s report on legislative changes, list maintenance, and voter registration totals
• Executive session to discuss personnel matters or potential litigation

Animal Services Meeting

The Oconee County Animal Services Advisory Board will approve the October 2, 2024 minutes, hear brief public comments, receive manager updates on budget, projects, ordinance, statistics, events, and other items, set future meeting dates, and consider any new business before adjourning.

• Approval of October 2, 2024 minutes
• Public comments (maximum 5 minutes each)
• Manager of Animal Services updates covering budget, projects, ordinance, stats, events, and other items
• Setting of future meeting dates
• Consideration of new business

Board of Commissioners Meeting

The Oconee County Board will consider awarding the bid for the Snows Mill and Lane Creek Road roundabout and a design services contract for the Courthouse Capital Improvement Project. It will also discuss the sale of the abandoned right‑of‑way on Hodges Mill Road and leasing parking spaces on Health Department property. Consent items include amendments to the Unified Development Code, a FY25 mid‑year budget amendment, a resurfacing project budget amendment, and acceptance of deeds and easements.

• Bid award for Snows Mill and Lane Creek Road roundabout
• Design services contract for Courthouse Capital Improvement Project
• Sale of abandoned right‑of‑way on Hodges Mill Road
• Leasing of parking spaces on Health Department property
• FY25 mid‑year budget amendment request

Board of Tax Assessors

The Oconee County Board of Tax Assessors will hold its regular meeting on January 31, 2025. The agenda lists only standard procedural matters: a call to order, a pre‑bill digest, and adjournment. No substantive policy decisions, contracts, or ordinance changes are scheduled for discussion.

• Call to order
• Pre‑Bill Digest
• Adjournment

Board of Commissioners Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will meet for a strategic planning session to discuss county policies and infrastructure. The agenda includes reviews of fiscal and personnel policies, health insurance, and various park and transportation updates.

• Courthouse Capital Improvement
• Updates for OVP Tennis Courts, Heritage Park, and Dawson Park
• TSPLOST and SPLOST discussions
• Senior Exemption update
• HB 581 discussion

Board of Commissioners Meeting

The Oconee County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss and consider an agreement for School Resource Officers between the Sheriff, the Board, and the School District. The meeting is scheduled for January 29, 2025, at 6:00 PM.

• Approval of the Agenda
• Discuss and Consider Agreement for School Resource Officers
• Adjourn

Upper Oconee Basin Water Authority

The authority will receive updates on the Water Treatment Plant Expansion and reports from the finance and engineering committees. The meeting includes a designated period for public comment.

• Water Treatment Plant Expansion update
• Financial report
• Finance Committee report
• Engineering Committee report
• Operations and Management report

Board of Commissioners Meeting

The Oconee County Board of Commissioners will approve the agenda and hear statements from citizens and commissioners. They will consider text amendments to the Unified Development Code and review budget items, including a second‑quarter FY25 financial update and a mid‑year budget amendment request. County‑wide matters include a budget amendment for a FY2025 resurfacing project, an update on the Snows Mill at Lane Creek Road roundabout project, and the acceptance of deeds and easements. An executive session may be held for land acquisition, personnel, or potential litigation matters.

• Discuss text amendments to the Unified Development Code (UDC)
• 2nd Quarter FY25 financial update
• FY25 mid‑year budget amendment request
• Budget amendment for FY2025 resurfacing project
• Snows Mill at Lane Creek Road roundabout project update

Recreation Advisory Committee

The Oconee County Recreation Advisory Committee will meet on Jan. 21, 2025 at the Oconee Veterans Park Community Center. The committee will approve the agenda, adopt the minutes from the November 19 meeting, and hear a presentation on invasive species in the park by Gary Crider. The meeting will also allow other business, public comments, and then adjourn.

• Approve the agenda
• Adopt November 19 meeting minutes
• Presentation on park invasive species by Gary Crider
• Other business if needed
• Public comments

Planning Commission Meeting

The Oconee County Planning Commission will meet to approve previous minutes and review a request to modify conditions for a commercial property. The body is considering a rezone request for a site at 6000 Parkway Blvd.

• Rezone #P24-0036: Request to modify conditions of Rezone #6812 for 2.494 acres at 6000 Parkway Blvd (Commercial)

Board of Tax Assessors

The Oconee County Board of Tax Assessors will review and approve the minutes from the December 10, 2024 meeting, appoint officers for 2025, and consider continuations of CUV. It will also examine exempt property applications and decide on a veteran homestead exemption. An executive session may be held if needed, and the next meeting is scheduled for February 11, 2025.

• Approve minutes from December 10, 2024
• Appoint officers for 2025
• Consider CUV continuations
• Review exempt property applications
• Approve veteran homestead exemption

Tourism and Visitors Bureau

The board will meet to review director and treasury updates. A primary goal of the meeting is to schedule a subsequent board meeting for budget approval.

• Scheduling of budget approval meeting
• Director update
• Treasury update

Library Advisory Board

The Oconee County Library Advisory Board will consider the proposed art for the new Wire Park location and approve a plaque listing Board Trustees for the upcoming construction. The board will also approve the minutes from the October 14, 2024 meeting, receive reports from the branch manager, regional services, and the Friends of the Library, and accept public comments from community members.

• Approval of October 14, 2024 Board meeting minutes
• Art for the new Wire Park location (old business)
• Plaque listing Board Trustees members at time of new construction (new business)
• Friends of the Library reports – Bogart and Watkinsville
• Public comments from members of the community

Oconee Fire Rescue Station Chiefs Meeting

The Oconee Fire Rescue Station Chiefs and membership will meet to discuss fleet and facility work orders. The body will review training hours, volunteer recruits, and membership appeals. Other agenda items include a review of the VFIS insurance policy and small engine fuel additives.

• Work orders for fleet and facilities
• Review of potential volunteer recruit list
• Review of appeals for OCFR membership
• Review of VFIS insurance policy
• Discussion on small engine fuel additive

Library Advisory Board

The Library Art Committee will meet to discuss a proposed sculpture for the library. The agenda lists a new business item to review the sculpture proposal. No other decisions or actions are specified.

• Sculpture proposal discussion

Board of Commissioners Meeting

The Oconee County Board of Commissioners will approve the agenda and minutes, then hear several zoning and special‑use proposals. They will ratify a buffer‑requirement waiver for a QuikTrip development and discuss personnel pay adjustments. Contract awards include an IT managed‑service provider and a purchase of a 1,650‑gallon tanker truck. The meeting also covers a FY26 budget amendment for law‑enforcement vehicles and related budget planning items.

• Rezone #P24-0217 Townley Family Partnership from AG to AR (299.94 acres) on Hog Mountain Rd, Hodges Mill Rd & Rocky Branch Rd
• Special Use #P24-0216 Prince Avenue Baptist Church expansion (74.41 acres) at 2201 Ruth Jackson Rd
• Variance #P24-0211 Dixon Family Trust request for gravel parking and curb exemption on 356.05 acres at 6011 Hog Mountain Rd & 1170 Lane Creek Rd
• Ratification for Waiver Request from Buffer Requirements on Site Development Plan P23-0174 (QuikTrip)
• Budget Amendment for FY26 Law Enforcement Vehicles