Putnam County public meetings in 2021

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners will hold a zoning public hearing and regular business meeting. They will consider a request to rezone 5 acres at 931 Pea Ridge Road from agricultural to commercial, and also discuss several other items including a possible payment to the Sinclair Water Authority and approval of ambulance and fire equipment purchases.

• Rezone 5.00 acres from AG to C-1 at 931 Pea Ridge Road (Map 092, Parcel 017001001)
• Approval of 2022 Alcohol License for Tartam LLC - Casey's Food Mart
• Final Plat Subdivision Approval - Eagles Rest at Cuscowilla Cottages
• Discussion on one-time lump sum payment to Sinclair Water Authority
• Awarding of Solicitation 21-36001-001 Type I Ambulance

The Board of Commissioners approved a one-time $250,000 payment to the Sinclair Water Authority from rescue funds, awarded a $197,479 ambulance contract, and approved the purchase of two fire boats at $326,000 each and a firetruck at $701,500. A rezoning request at 931 Pea Ridge Road was tabled until the January 18, 2022 meeting. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved $250K one-time payment to Sinclair Water Authority from rescue funds (4-0)
• Awarded Type I Ambulance contract to Custom Truck & Body Works at $197,479 (4-0)
• Approved purchase of two fire boats at $326,000 each from SPLOST 8 and 9 (4-0)
• Approved purchase of firetruck at $701,500 from SPLOST 9 (4-0)
• Tabled rezoning of 5.00 acres at 931 Pea Ridge Road from AG to C-1 until Jan 18, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, 2022 alcohol license, and final plat (4-0)
• Authorized Chairman to sign resolution supporting annexation dispute resolution reform (4-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review taxpayer correspondence and the 2022 Mobile Home Digest. The meeting also includes preparations for the upcoming 2022 Digest Review.

• Review/Approve 2022 Mobile Home Digest
• Prepare for 2022 Digest Review

The Putnam County Board of Tax Assessors approved a refund of 2020 taxes on parcel #064A-085, property taken by DOT in 2019, and approved the 2022 Mobile Home Digest reflecting a $4.5 million increase. The board also approved the November 9, 2021 minutes and scheduled its next meeting for January 11, 2022.

• Approved November 9, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2020 tax refund for parcel #064A-085 (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Mobile Home Digest (unanimous)

Putnam Development Authority

The Putnam Development Authority will hold its regular monthly meeting, primarily consisting of routine approvals of minutes and financials, setting the 2022 meeting schedule, and a rebranding session. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from November 9 regular and executive sessions and November 17 work session
• Approval of November 2021 financials
• Approval of 2022 PDA meeting schedule
• Rebranding session
• Possible executive session for personnel, litigation, or real estate

The Putnam Development Authority unanimously approved the November 2021 financials, changes to the bank signature card, and the 2022 meeting schedule. They also approved minutes from previous meetings with a correction. A rebranding discussion was held with no action taken, and the board entered executive session for real estate, later authorizing the executive director to proceed as discussed.

• Approved November 9 regular meeting minutes with correction, executive session minutes, and November 17 work session minutes (5-0)
• Approved November 2021 financials (5-0)
• Approved bank signature card changes to remove Eugene Smith and Charlie (Ed) Waggoner, add Matt Poyner (5-0)
• Approved 2022 PDA meeting schedule for second Tuesday of each month at 3:30 p.m. (5-0)
• Entered executive session for real estate (5-0)
• Authorized Executive Director Poyner to move forward as discussed in executive session (5-0)

Sinclair Water Authority

The Sinclair Water Authority is holding a called meeting to discuss and act on the 2022 budget amendment, the capital improvement budget, and management and operations proposals. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, December 6, 2021, at 5:00 PM at the Sinclair Water Plant.

• 2022 Budget Amendment
• Capital Improvement Budget
• Management and Operations Proposals

The Sinclair Water Authority unanimously approved a 2022 budget amendment incorporating the ESG proposal, subject to a $37,000 shortfall covered by contingency. They also approved a list of capital improvements in principle, moved $275,000 from fund balance to capital budget, assessed Baldwin and Putnam counties $250,000 each for capital improvements, and authorized the chairman to sign the ESG agreement for plant operations.

• Approved 2022 budget amendment with ESG proposal, $37,000 shortfall from contingency (5-0)
• Approved capital improvements in principle, final costs to be approved by SWA Board (5-0)
• Approved moving $275,000 from fund balance to capital budget (5-0)
• Assessed Baldwin and Putnam counties $250,000 each for capital improvements, due by June 1, 2022 (5-0)
• Authorized chairman to sign ESG agreement for plant operations (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests, proposed changes to several county ordinances, and a new commission district map, followed by a regular business meeting with consent agenda items and other actions. The meeting includes routine approvals, contract authorizations, and an executive session for legal matters.

• Rezone 33.31 acres at 842 Harmony Road from AG to C-2 (Map 097, Parcel 060)
• Rezone 9.32 acres on Scott Road from C-PUD to C-2 (Map 102, Parcel 002001)
• Adopt changes to Code of Ordinances chapters on zoning, buildings, development, fire, solid waste, and special events
• Adopt changes to County Commission District Map
• Authorize chairman to sign Seventh Amendment to solid waste and recycling contract

The Board of Commissioners approved the new County Commission District map (Plan 2 Draft Map) and authorized staff to forward it to the Reapportionment office, a required step after the 2020 Census. They also approved a rezoning for 9.32 acres on Scott Road from C-PUD to C-2 with conditions, adopted changes to several county code chapters, and approved a consent agenda including minutes and an intergovernmental agreement. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved the withdrawal without prejudice of a rezoning request for 33.31 acres at 842 Harmony Road.
• Approved rezoning 9.32 acres on Scott Road from C-PUD to C-2 with conditions, including a 120-day plat filing deadline.
• Adopted changes to County Code chapters 66, 18, 28, 32, 50, and Appendix B.
• Approved the new County Commission District map (Plan 2 Draft Map) and authorized forwarding it to the Reapportionment office.
• Approved the consent agenda, including minutes and a revised IGA with the Hospital Authority.
• Approved the final plat for Plantation Pines Business Park.
• Authorized the Chairman to sign the Revised Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy for Putnam County Transit.
• Authorized the Chairman to sign the Seventh Amendment to the Solid Waste and Recycling Collection contract.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Putnam County Planning & Zoning Commission will consider two land-use requests: a side yard setback variance at 70 Franklin Road and a rezoning of 5 acres from AG to C-1 at 931 Pea Ridge Road. The commission will also approve the 2022 meeting schedule and consider appointing a vice chairman. The rezoning request will be forwarded to the Board of Commissioners for a final decision on December 21, 2021.

• Side yard setback variance at 70 Franklin Road (R-2 zoning, Map 053C, Parcel 006)
• Rezone 5.00 acres from AG to C-1 at 931 Pea Ridge Road (Map 092, Parcel 017001001)
• Approval of 2022 P&Z meeting schedule and deadlines
• Consideration of appointment of Vice Chairman

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a request by W. David (Danny) Copelan to rezone 5.00 acres from AG to C-1 at 931 Pea Ridge Road, subject to conditions requiring a deceleration lane and additional right-of-way. The vote was 3-1, with Chairman Foster voting no. The commission also approved a 6.42-foot side yard setback variance for Marvin Leamon at 70 Franklin Road, approved the 2022 meeting schedule, and appointed Member Hill as Vice-Chairman.

• Approved Marvin Leamon's request for a 6.42-foot side yard setback variance at 70 Franklin Road (Map 053C, Parcel 006, District 4) — motion by Member Mitchell, second by Member Farley, unanimous yea.
• Approved W. David (Danny) Copelan's request to rezone 5.00 acres from AG to C-1 at 931 Pea Ridge Road (Map 092, Parcel 017001001, District 2) per staff recommendation — motion by Member Farley, second by Member Mitchell, vote 3-1 (Hill, Farley, Mitchell yea; Foster no).
• Approved the 2022 P&Z Meeting Schedule & Deadlines — motion by Member Hill, second by Member Mitchell, unanimous yea.
• Appointed Member Hill as Vice-Chairman of the Putnam County Planning and Zoning Commission — motion by Member Mitchell, second by Member Farley, unanimous yea.

Putnam Development Authority

The Putnam Development Authority is holding a work session with a single substantive item: strategic planning. The agenda is otherwise procedural, covering call to order and adjournment, with standard notices about meeting continuation, executive sessions, and ADA accommodations.

• Strategic planning work session
• Meeting at 126 Cuscowilla Drive, Eatonton, GA
• ADA accommodation contact: 706-485-2776

The Putnam Development Authority held a strategic planning work session on November 17, 2021, and approved a contract with Tytan Pictures for a strategic plan to enhance the authority's image, identity, and brand. The board also discussed 2022 goals, including a marketing plan, industrial park improvements, workforce engagement, and quarterly meetings with existing industries. No other formal votes were taken.

• Approved the Tytan Pictures Strategic Plan for Enhancing Image/Identity/Brand Contract Agreement (motion by Member Mangum, seconded by Member Burns; all present members voted yea).

Board of Commissioners

The regular business meeting of the Putnam County Board of Commissioners scheduled for Tuesday, November 16, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. in the Putnam County Administration Building is cancelled. No business items are listed for this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

Board of Assessors

The Putnam County Board of Tax Assessors will meet to conduct a settlement conference for a specific property, review and approve the minutes from the previous meeting, and handle new business including taxpayer correspondence, appeal waivers, a request to breach a CUV covenant, and mailing of personal property assessment notices. The agenda is mostly routine administrative items.

• Settlement Conference for parcel #056B-085-001
• Review/Approve minutes from October 12, 2021 meeting
• Review correspondence from taxpayers
• Review Appeal Waiver & Releases
• Approve mailing of Personal Property Notices of Assessment

The Putnam County Board of Tax Assessors approved an appeal waiver resolving a settlement conference case, granted a voluntary breach of the CUV covenant with no penalty for taxpayers on parcel #106-002, and approved mailing two 45-day assessment notices for personal property. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved October 12, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Appeal Waiver & Release for case #056B-085-001 (unanimous)
• Approved voluntary CUV covenant breach with no penalty on parcel #106-002 (unanimous)
• Approved mailing of two 45-Day Notices of Assessment for personal property (unanimous)

Putnam Development Authority

The Putnam Development Authority will hold a regular meeting to approve previous minutes and financial reports from September and October 2021. The agenda includes a presentation by Mr. Josh Sprayberry and potential executive session discussions regarding personnel, litigation, or real estate.

• Approval of October 12, 2021 regular and executive session minutes
• Approval of September 2021 and October 2021 financials
• Potential executive session for personnel, litigation, or real estate

The Putnam Development Authority adopted a revised bond resolution for Interfor, increasing the cap from $87M to $130M, and approved entering into a purchase agreement for a building discussed in executive session. The board also approved the September and October 2021 financials and the minutes from the October 12, 2021 regular meeting and executive session. No action was taken on the PACE program presentation, insurance benefit options, or the Tytan Strategic Plan, which were only discussed.

• Adopted revised bond resolution for Interfor at $130M cap (unanimous)
• Authorized Chairman to communicate on real estate deal deliverables from executive session (4-0)
• Approved purchase agreement (PSA) for building discussed in executive session (4-0)
• Approved September and October 2021 financials (unanimous)
• Approved October 12, 2021 regular meeting and executive session minutes (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for real estate and litigation (unanimous)

Sinclair Water Authority

The Sinclair Water Authority is meeting to discuss and possibly act on management proposals from ESG Inc. and Southern Water Group, as well as the departure of the plant manager and a CFO transition. The board will also approve the 2022 meeting calendar and receive reports on plant production and finances. An executive session is scheduled for personnel, litigation, or real estate matters.

• Discussion and possible action on management proposals from ESG Inc. and Southern Water Group
• Discussion of Plant Manager Departure
• Discussion and possible action on CFO transition
• Approval of 2022 Meeting Calendar
• Executive session for personnel, litigation, or real estate

The Sinclair Water Authority voted to ask ESG Operations, Inc. to draft a contract for attorney review, moving toward a potential management agreement. The board also approved hiring a temporary employee for maintenance at $15/hour, temporary bonuses for two staff members, and Plant Manager Paracca's vacation and advising fee proposals. No action was taken on the CFO transition as Linda Zarkowski resigned effective December 31, 2021.

• Approved minutes for September 13 and October 19 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 meeting calendar (unanimous)
• Motion to ask ESG to draft a contract for attorney review (unanimous)
• Approved hiring temporary maintenance employee at $15/hour (unanimous)
• Approved temporary bonuses: 15% for Christina, 20% for Clay (unanimous)
• Approved Paracca's vacation carryover/payout and advising fee ($40/hr phone, $60/hr onsite) (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting covering routine approvals, a discussion on solid waste disposal, and a vote on the FY21 budget amendment. The board will also consider several authorizations, including agreements for probation services and code violation prosecution, and may schedule public hearings on zoning and district map changes.

• Discussion and possible action regarding Solid Waste Disposal
• Approval of FY21 Budget Amendment #2
• Authorization for Chairman to sign Probation Services Agreement with Judicial Alternatives of Georgia (JAG)
• Authorization to schedule public hearings on zoning, building, development, fire, solid waste, and special events code changes
• Discussion and possible action concerning LOST Renegotiations

The Board of Commissioners approved the consent agenda, including minutes and a transit grant, and authorized the chairman to sign a probation services agreement with Judicial Alternatives of Georgia. They also approved FY21 Budget Amendment #2, a resolution allowing the county attorney to prosecute code violations, and appointed John Richter to the Board of Assessors. No action was taken on solid waste disposal costs or LOST renegotiations, and the board entered executive session for litigation with no resulting action.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, GDOT 5311 grant, and MOU (4-0)
• Authorized chairman to sign probation services agreement with JAG (4-0)
• Approved FY21 Budget Amendment #2 (4-0)
• Authorized chairman to sign resolution for county attorney to prosecute code violations (4-0)
• Appointed John Richter to Board of Assessors (4-0)
• Authorized staff to schedule public hearing on code ordinance changes (4-0)
• Authorized staff to schedule public hearing on district map changes (4-0)
• Entered executive session for litigation; no action taken afterward

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Putnam County Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a rear yard setback variance and two rezoning requests. The commission will also approve the minutes from the previous meeting. The two rezoning requests will be forwarded to the Board of Commissioners for a final decision on December 3, 2021.

• Rear yard setback variance at 287 Parks Mill Road (C-1 zoning)
• Rezone 33.31 acres at 842 Harmony Road from AG to C-2
• Rezone 9.32 acres on Scott Road from C-PUD to C-2
• Approval of October 7, 2021 minutes

The Putnam County Planning & Zoning Commission tabled a request for a rear yard setback variance at 287 Parks Mill Road to clarify the actual request. They approved a withdrawal without prejudice for a rezoning at 842 Harmony Road and approved a rezoning of 9.32 acres on Scott Road from C-PUD to C-2 with conditions.

• Tabled rear yard setback variance at 287 Parks Mill Road (4-0)
• Approved withdrawal without prejudice for rezoning at 842 Harmony Road (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of 9.32 acres on Scott Road from C-PUD to C-2 with conditions (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss proposed district maps for the county. The agenda contains only this single substantive item, along with standard procedural opening and closing items.

• Discussion of Putnam County Board of Commissioners District Maps

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners held a work session to redraw district maps, with two proposed maps prepared for further review. No formal decisions were made; the session was procedural and focused on map drawing.

• Redrew district map lines and prepared two proposed maps for consideration

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners is holding a called meeting to discuss and possibly take action on providing matching funds for the Sinclair Water Authority's ARPA grant application. The agenda includes only this one substantive item, along with routine opening and closing procedures.

• Discussion and possible action on matching funds for Sinclair Water Authority's ARPA Grant Application

The Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to commit $50,000 from county ARPA funds toward Sinclair Water Authority's $600,000 state ARPA grant application, which requires a 50% match. The motion also authorized Chairman Webster to sign a letter of support. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $50,000 commitment to Sinclair Water Authority ARPA grant (4-0)
• Authorized Chairman to sign letter of support for SWA grant application

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners will hold a zoning public hearing for a conditional use request on Old Phoenix Road, then conduct regular business including consent agenda items, a letter of support for a Goodwill grant, an intergovernmental agreement with the Hospital Authority, changes to the county financial policy, and discussion of an electric vehicle charging station.

• Conditional use request by Rick McAllister for Featherfield LLC on Old Phoenix Road (Map 104, Parcel 002, District 3)
• Authorization for Chairman to sign GDOT Actual Cost Utility Agreement
• Authorization for Chairman to sign GDOT Title VI Plan Update for Putnam County Transit
• Authorization for Chairman to sign GDOT 5311 Grant Application for Putnam County Transit
• Approval of changes to the Putnam County Financial Policy

The Board of Commissioners approved a conditional use permit for Featherfield LLC to operate an event center on Old Phoenix Road, subject to conditions including a 25-foot buffer, limited uses, and operating hours. The board also approved consent agenda items, a letter of support for Goodwill's ARPA grant, an intergovernmental agreement with the Hospital Authority, changes to the financial policy, and a grant application for electric vehicle charging stations with a $40,000 match.

• Approved conditional use for Featherfield LLC event venue on Old Phoenix Road (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and GDOT agreements (4-0)
• Authorized Chairman to sign letter of support for Goodwill's ARPA grant (4-0)
• Authorized Chairman to sign intergovernmental agreement with Hospital Authority (4-0)
• Approved changes to Putnam County Financial Policy (4-0)
• Approved submission of ARPA grant application for EV charging stations with $40,000 match (5-0)

Sinclair Water Authority

The Sinclair Water Authority is holding a called meeting to discuss and possibly take action on an ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) grant. The agenda includes only this item, along with routine opening and closing procedures.

• Discussion and possible action on ARPA Grant

The Sinclair Water Authority voted unanimously to proceed with a $600,000 ARPA grant application for infrastructure improvements, with the authority contributing up to $200,000 as a 50% match. The motion was amended to cap SWA's match at $200,000. The board also discussed exploring a proposal from ESG to manage the plant, and Plant Manager Andrew Paracca announced his departure effective November 15, 2021.

• Approved ARPA grant application for $600K with SWA match not to exceed $200K (5-0)
• Directed Plant Manager to obtain ESG management proposal before next meeting

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners and Eatonton City Council are holding a joint called meeting with a single substantive item: a discussion of the local option sales tax. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting is for discussion only.

• Joint called meeting with Eatonton City Council
• Local Option Sales Tax Discussion

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners and Eatonton City Council held a joint called meeting to discuss the Local Option Sales Tax distribution. Presentations were made by Chairman Webster and consultant Phil Sutton. The groups agreed to form smaller negotiation teams, and the county will provide its initial proposal after the meeting. No formal action was taken.

• Agreed to form smaller negotiation teams for sales tax discussions
• County to provide initial proposal after meeting adjournment
• No action taken on Local Option Sales Tax distribution

Board of Assessors

The Putnam County Board of Tax Assessors is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, reviewing taxpayer correspondence, and setting 2021 public utility values. They will also decide on downloading 2022 NADA and ABOS schedules for re-appraising manufactured housing and marine equipment, and mailing personal property assessment notices.

• Review/Approve 2021 Public Utility Values
• Approve Download of 2022 NADA Schedules for manufactured housing re-appraisal
• Approve Download of 2022 ABOS Schedules for marine equipment re-appraisal
• Approve Mailing of Personal Property Notices of Assessment
• Review Appeal Waiver & Releases

The Putnam County Board of Tax Assessors unanimously approved the 2021 Public Utility values and the mailing of notices. They also approved an appeal waiver for parcel #119B-014, the 2022 NADA schedules for manufactured housing, the 2022 ABOS schedules for marine equipment, and mailing of two 45-day assessment notices. A homestead application for a 100% disabled veteran on parcel #057B-030 was approved, and a settlement conference was scheduled for an appeal on parcel #056B-085-001.

• Approved minutes from September 14, 2021 meeting
• Approved 2021 Public Utility values and mailing of notices
• Approved appeal waiver for parcel #119B-014, resolving the appeal
• Approved 2022 NADA schedules and reappraisal of pre-billed manufactured housing
• Approved 2022 ABOS schedules and reappraisal of marine equipment
• Approved mailing of two 45-day notices of assessment for personal property
• Approved homestead application for 100% disabled veteran on parcel #057B-030
• Approved scheduling a settlement conference for appeal on parcel #056B-085-001

Putnam Development Authority

The Putnam Development Authority is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of minutes from several prior meetings, approval of September 2021 financials, a report from the executive director, and a discussion of the Eatonton-Putnam Water and Sewer Authority ARPA grant. The board may also enter executive session for personnel, litigation, or real estate matters.

• Eatonton-Putnam Water and Sewer Authority ARPA grant
• Approval of minutes from September 14, September 29, and October 6 meetings
• Approval of September 2021 financials
• Executive Director's report
• Possible executive session for personnel, litigation, or real estate

The Putnam Development Authority approved proceeding with a real estate acquisition discussed in executive session, authorized the chairman and executive director to handle the purchase, and approved a $5,100 contract with GoebelMedia for a new website. A presentation on hospital benefit options was informational only, and financials and the executive director's report were postponed.

• Approved minutes of Sept 14, Sept 29, and Oct 6 meetings (5-0)
• Entered executive session for real estate (5-0)
• Reopened meeting and executed affidavit (4-0, Mangum absent)
• Approved proceeding with real estate matter as discussed in executive session (4-0, Mangum absent)
• Accepted attorney's recommendation on conflict of interest (3-0, Rocker abstained, Mangum absent)
• Recognized Member Burns' conflict and authorized board to proceed with real estate offers (3-0, Burns abstained, Mangum absent)
• Authorized Chairman Rocker and Executive Director Poyner to proceed with real estate acquisition (4-0, Mangum absent)
• Approved $5,100 website contract with GoebelMedia (4-0, Mangum absent)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Putnam County Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to consider a conditional use request by Rick McAllister, agent for Featherfield LLC, for property on Old Phoenix Road (Map 104, Parcel 002, District 3). The commission will also approve minutes from the September 2, 2021 meeting. The item will be heard by the Board of Commissioners on October 19, 2021.

• Conditional use request by Rick McAllister for Featherfield LLC on Old Phoenix Road (Map 104, Parcel 002, District 3)
• Approval of minutes from September 2, 2021 meeting

The Putnam County Planning & Zoning Commission approved a conditional use request by Rick McAllister, agent for Featherfield LLC, for an event venue on approximately 7 acres of a 24-acre parcel on Old Phoenix Road (Map 104, Part of Parcel 002). The approval includes conditions such as a 25-foot buffer, a parking plan, and hours of operation not exceeding 11:00 PM Monday-Thursday and 1:00 AM on weekends. The motion passed unanimously with four votes in favor.

• Approved conditional use for Featherfield LLC event venue on Old Phoenix Road (4-0)
• Amended hours of operation to 11:00 PM Monday-Thursday and 1:00 AM weekends
• Required 25-foot undisturbed vegetated buffer along Wards Chapel Road and adjacent properties
• Required parking plan prepared by a design professional before business registration
• Required resurveying and recordation of plat within 60 days of board approval
• Approved minutes of September 2, 2021 meeting (4-0)

Putnam Development Authority

The Putnam Development Authority is holding a called meeting on October 6, 2021. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the main item being a possible executive session for personnel, litigation, or real estate matters, followed by any resulting action. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Call to order at 11:00 AM at Putnam County Administration Building, Room 204
• Possible executive session under O.C.G.A. 50-14-4 for personnel, litigation, or real estate
• Reopen meeting and execute affidavit on closed session subject matter
• Action, if any, resulting from executive session

The Putnam Development Authority held a called meeting on October 6, 2021, and entered executive session to discuss real estate matters. After reconvening, members voted unanimously to authorize Chairman Rocker and Executive Director Poyner to respond with a counter offer as discussed. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Entered executive session for real estate discussion (unanimous)
• Reopened meeting and executed affidavit on closed session subject (unanimous)
• Authorized Chairman and Executive Director to respond with counter offer (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting on October 1, 2021, to consider several action items, including letters of support for grant applications, a contract with the local chamber of commerce, and a road signing and pavement marking contract. The board will also discuss possible matching funds for an ARP grant related to the EPWSA/ESG presentation. The agenda includes public comments and consent agenda approval of prior minutes.

• Letter of support for Tri-County EMC's Broadband Infrastructure Grant Application
• Discussion and possible action on EPWSA/ESG presentation and matching funds for ARP grant
• Letter of support for Golden Harvest Food Bank's American Rescue Plan Act Grant Application
• Approval of 2021-2022 Contract with the Eatonton-Putnam Chamber of Commerce
• Awarding of Solicitation 21-42001-006 Signing & Pavement Marking Upgrades

The Board of Commissioners approved a $150,000 annual commitment for four years ($600,000 total) as the county's match for EPWSA's state ARPA grant application, and authorized the chairman to sign a letter of support for Tri-County EMC's broadband grant. They also awarded a $241,661.50 contract for signing and pavement marking upgrades to Peek Pavement Markings, and approved the 2021-2022 Chamber of Commerce contract and a COVID-19 policy manual update.

• Approved $150K/year for 4 years as county match for EPWSA ARPA grant (4-0)
• Authorized chairman to sign letter of support for Tri-County EMC broadband grant (4-0)
• Awarded $241,661.50 signing & pavement marking contract to Peek Pavement Markings (4-0)
• Approved 2021-2022 contract with Eatonton-Putnam Chamber of Commerce (4-0)
• Approved COVID-19 policy and procedure manual update (4-0)
• Authorized chairman to sign letter of support for Golden Harvest Food Bank ARPA grant (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including September 21, 2021 minutes (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss the local option sales tax. The agenda includes only this discussion item, along with the call to order and adjournment, so no formal decisions are scheduled.

• Local Option Sales Tax Discussion

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners held a work session on October 1, 2021, featuring a presentation by consultant Doug Eaves on the Local Option Sales Tax (LOST), including its history, renegotiation process, and distribution formula. The board discussed possible distribution percentages for an upcoming joint meeting with the City Council, but no formal action was taken.

• No action taken on LOST distribution percentages

Putnam Development Authority

The Putnam Development Authority is holding a called meeting on September 29, 2021. The agenda contains only procedural items: calling the meeting to order, potentially entering executive session for personnel, litigation, or real estate, and adjourning. No specific decisions, proposals, or public hearings are listed.

• Meeting called to order at 9:00 AM at Putnam County Administration Building, Room 204
• Possible executive session under O.C.G.A. 50-14-4 for personnel, litigation, or real estate
• Potential action resulting from executive session
• Meeting adjournment

The Putnam Development Authority held a called meeting and entered executive session for real estate matters. After reopening, members voted unanimously to authorize Executive Director Matt Poyner to work with Attorney Brown and Fickling & Company on the purchase and acquisition of real estate discussed in the closed session. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Entered executive session for real estate (4-0)
• Reopened meeting and executed affidavit on closed session (4-0)
• Authorized Executive Director to work with Attorney Brown and Fickling & Company for real estate purchase (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners will hold a zoning public hearing and regular business meeting. The agenda lists 16 rezoning requests by James Key (Jamie) and Christie Key to change parcels on Crooked Creek Drive/Road from R-2 to C-1, but each is marked 'REQUEST TO WITHDRAW WITHOUT PREJUDICE,' meaning the applicants are asking to pull them. The board will also take up routine items like approving minutes and a right-of-way permit for Tri-County EMC.

• 16 rezoning requests (R-2 to C-1) on Crooked Creek Drive/Road, all marked to withdraw without prejudice
• Right-of-way permit application from Tri-County EMC
• Approval of minutes from September 3, 2021 regular meeting
• Special presentation by Golden Harvest Food Bank
• Public comments period

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners denied requests by James and Christie Key to rezone 11 parcels on Crooked Creek Drive and Crooked Creek Road from R-2 to C-1, and also denied their requests to withdraw the applications without prejudice. The votes were unanimous among the four commissioners present (Chairman Webster did not vote). The board also approved a right-of-way permit for Tri-County EMC and the consent agenda.

• Denied Jamie Key's request to withdraw without prejudice (4-0)
• Denied Jamie Key's 8 rezoning requests from R-2 to C-1 (4-0)
• Denied Christie Key's request to withdraw without prejudice (4-0)
• Denied Christie Key's 3 rezoning requests from R-2 to C-1 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Sept. 3, 2021 minutes (4-0)
• Approved right-of-way permit for Tri-County EMC (4-0)

Board of Assessors

The Putnam County Board of Tax Assessors will hold a regular business meeting to review and approve minutes from the previous meeting, discuss correspondence from taxpayers, and act on several administrative items including a homestead application, mailing of personal property assessment notices, and releasing property folders to the Clerk's Office. No old business is listed.

• Review/Approve Minutes from August 10, 2021 regular business meeting
• Review correspondence from taxpayers
• Review/Approve Homestead Application (F5)
• Approve Mailing of Personal Property Notices of Assessment
• Approve Release of Property Folders to Clerk's Office and forward Requests to Continue Appeals to BOE

The Putnam County Board of Tax Assessors approved two homestead applications, including one for a surviving spouse of a disabled veteran, and approved mailing of assessment notices for marine equipment and business personal property. The board also approved an appeal waiver resolving one appeal and forwarded eight appeal continuations to the Board of Equalization. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved homestead application for surviving spouse of 100% disabled veteran (unanimous)
• Approved homestead application for parcel #E006-544 (unanimous)
• Approved mailing of 30-Day Notice of Assessment for marine equipment (unanimous)
• Approved mailing of five 45-Day Notices of Assessment for business personal property (unanimous)
• Approved appeal waiver on parcel #E006-151, resolving appeal (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding eight appeal continuations to Board of Equalization (unanimous)

Putnam Development Authority

The Putnam Development Authority will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes and financials, review the 2021-2022 budget, and act on several business items including a maintenance agreement at South Industrial Park, bond release for Southeast Outdoor Solutions, rebranding, and a banking resolution. The agenda also allows for an executive session on exempt matters.

• Approval of 2021-2022 PDA Budget
• Formalization of maintenance agreement at South Industrial Park
• Formalization of releasing bonds for Southeast Outdoor Solutions at South Industrial Park
• Rebranding
• Approval of Banking Resolution

The Putnam Development Authority approved the August 2021 minutes and financials, the 2021-2022 budget, a $3,500 quote for bush hogging the South Industrial Park, and a $3,000 credit card limit for the Executive Director. They also released $5,000 in bonds for Southeast Outdoor Solutions. No action was taken on a banking resolution, and the board authorized proceeding with a proposal discussed in executive session.

• Approved August 2021 minutes and financials (unanimous)
• Approved 2021-2022 PDA budget (unanimous)
• Approved $3,500 bush hogging quote for South Industrial Park (unanimous)
• Released $5,000 in bonds for Southeast Outdoor Solutions (unanimous)
• Approved $3,000 credit card limit for Executive Director (unanimous)
• No action on banking resolution; federal regs require IDs instead
• Authorized proceeding with executive session proposal (unanimous)

Sinclair Water Authority

The Sinclair Water Authority is meeting to approve the FY22 proposed budget, review the FY20 audit report, and discuss long-term repairs and upgrades. They will also consider quotes for clearwell and intake screen inspection/cleaning, a sludge management proposal from Carter & Sloope, and an increase for chemical room upgrades.

• Approval of FY22 Proposed Budget
• FY20 Audit Report review
• Approval of Quote for Clearwell and Intake Screen Inspection/Cleaning
• Approval of Proposal from Carter & Sloope for Sludge Management
• Approval of Clean in Place Chemical Room Upgrades from $5000 to $7500

The Sinclair Water Authority approved the FY22 budget, expanded the credit card limit to $7,500, authorized a trail wagon purchase up to $8,000, approved SE Diving Services quotes for clearwell and intake screen inspection/cleaning, ratified a $8,400 sludge management engineering contract with Carter & Sloope, and approved an additional $2,000 for Clean in Place Chemical Room upgrades. All votes were unanimous (5-0). The FY20 audit report and plant production/financial reports were received with no action taken.

• Approved FY22 budget as presented (5-0)
• Expanded credit card limit to $7,500 (5-0)
• Authorized trail wagon purchase up to $8,000 with final approval by Chairman Brown and Member Webster (5-0)
• Approved SE Diving Services quotes: $4,850 for tank cleaning, $4,800 for intake/screen inspection and cleaning (5-0)
• Ratified Carter & Sloope preliminary engineering for sludge management at $8,400 (5-0)
• Approved additional $2,000 for Clean in Place Chemical Room upgrades (5-0)
• Approved July 12, 2021 minutes (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2021 mill rate, then consider setting mill rates for incorporated, unincorporated, and special service districts. They will also discuss and possibly act on short-term vacation rental regulations, award construction contracts, and make several appointments.

• Public hearing on proposed 2021 mill rate
• Discussion and possible action on Short Term Vacation Rental ordinance (Appendix D)
• Awarding of Solicitation 21-42001-005 Dennis Station Road Decel Lane
• Awarding of Solicitation 21-61221-001 Recreation Restroom Renovations
• Approval of changes to Personnel Policy

The Board of Commissioners approved the 2021 mill rates for incorporated and unincorporated county maintenance and operation at 7.720 mills, the Special Service District at 0.165 mills, and ratified the Board of Education mill rate at 14.900 mills. They also awarded contracts for the Dennis Station Road decel lane to East Coast Grading for $381,092.35 and recreation restroom renovations to Dyer Construction for $114,515.00. The board approved changes to the personnel policy, made appointments to several boards, and recommended Brad Murphey for the Region 5 EMS Council. No action was taken on proposed changes to the short-term vacation rental ordinance after public comment.

• Set 2021 mill rate for incorporated county maintenance and operation at 7.720 (4-0)
• Set 2021 mill rate for unincorporated county maintenance and operation at 7.720 (4-0)
• Set 2021 mill rate for Special Service District at 0.165 (4-0)
• Ratified Board of Education mill rate at 14.900 (4-0)
• Awarded Dennis Station Road decel lane contract to East Coast Grading for $381,092.35 (4-0)
• Awarded recreation restroom renovations contract to Dyer Construction for $114,515.00 (4-0)
• Approved changes to the Personnel Policy (4-0)
• Appointed Kelley Chitwood to Board of Assessors, Michael Rowland to Water and Sewer Authority, Harold Jones to Planning & Zoning Commission (4-0 each)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Putnam County Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a side yard setback variance and a series of rezoning requests along Crooked Creek Drive/Road. The rezoning requests, all from R-2 to C-1, will be forwarded to the Board of Commissioners for a final decision on September 21, 2021. The commission will also approve minutes from its August 5 meeting.

• Side yard setback variance for Daniel & Martha Fonzi at 206 Winding River Road (R-1R zoning)
• 12 rezoning requests from R-2 to C-1 on Crooked Creek Drive/Road by James Key (Jamie) and Christie Key, totaling approximately 9.7 acres
• Rezoning parcels include Map 110D, Parcels 045, 045001, 045002, 046, 046001, 046002, 047, 047001, 047002, 049, 049001
• All rezoning items will be heard by the Board of Commissioners on September 21, 2021 at 6:30 PM

The Putnam County Planning & Zoning Commission denied all 11 rezoning requests by James Key (Jamie) and Christie Key to change a total of 9.5 acres on Crooked Creek Drive and Crooked Creek Road from R-2 to C-1 for a proposed dry and boat storage facility. The board also approved a 3.3-foot side yard setback variance for Daniel & Martha Fonzi at 206 Winding River Road. The August 5, 2021, minutes were approved.

• Approved the August 5, 2021, minutes.
• Approved a 3.3-foot side yard setback variance for Daniel & Martha Fonzi at 206 Winding River Road (Map 123D, Parcel 022).
• Denied James Key's request to rezone 1.264 acres on Crooked Creek Drive from R-2 to C-1 (Map 110D, Parcel 045).
• Denied James Key's request to rezone 1.04 acres on Crooked Creek Drive from R-2 to C-1 (Map 110D, Parcel 045001).
• Denied James Key's request to rezone 0.689 acres on Crooked Creek Drive from R-2 to C-1 (Map 110D, Parcel 045002).
• Denied James Key's request to rezone 0.72 acres on Crooked Creek Drive from R-2 to C-1 (Map 110D, Parcel 046).
• Denied James Key's request to rezone 0.976 acres on Crooked Creek Drive from R-2 to C-1 (Map 110D, Parcel 046001).
• Denied James Key's request to rezone 1.23 acres on Crooked Creek Drive from R-2 to C-1 (Map 110D, Parcel 046002).

Technical Review Committee

The Putnam County Technical Review Committee will conduct a preliminary plat review for a proposed development by Henry Property Group, LLC. The project, Phase Blue Heron Cove, consists of 5.03 acres and 37 townhouses on Crane Lane, currently zoned RM-2. This is a preliminary review, not a final approval.

• Preliminary plat review for Phase Blue Heron Cove, 5.03 acres, 37 townhouses
• Location: Crane Lane, Map 102A, Parcel 051
• Current zoning: RM-2
• Agent: Sara Shirk for Henry Property Group, LLC

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners is holding a called meeting to consider approving the FY22 budget and authorizing the chairman to sign the 2022 budget resolution. The agenda includes only this budget item, along with routine opening and closing procedures.

• Approval of FY22 Budget and Authorization for Chairman to sign 2022 Budget Resolution

The Board of Commissioners approved the FY22 budget as amended, adding $75,000 for Putnam General Hospital and $52,864 for the Putnam Development Authority. The chairman was authorized to sign the budget resolution. The meeting was called to order at 9:02 a.m. and adjourned at approximately 9:14 a.m.

• Approved the FY22 budget as presented with an additional $75,000 for Putnam General Hospital.
• Amended the budget motion to add $52,864 for the Putnam Development Authority (passed 3-1, Commissioner Wooten dissenting).
• Approved the main motion as amended, including both additions (passed unanimously).
• Authorized the Chairman to sign the 2022 Budget Resolution.

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss scheduling for redistricting, the Local Option Sales Tax (LOST), and the Comprehensive Plan update. They will also discuss and possibly act on resolutions supporting applications for state American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Calendar scheduling discussion involving Redistricting, LOST, and Comp Plan update
• Discussion and possible action on Resolution(s) supporting applications for State ARPA Funding

The Board of Commissioners held a work session with no final decisions. They discussed upcoming redistricting, Local Option Sales Tax (LOST) negotiations, and the Comp Plan update, but took no action. A motion to table a resolution supporting state ARPA funding applications was approved unanimously by the four commissioners present.

• Tabled resolution(s) supporting applications for State ARPA Funding: motion approved by Commissioners McElhenney, Brown, Sharp, and Wooten.
• Discussed calendar scheduling for Redistricting, LOST, and Comp Plan update: no action taken.
• Adjourned the work session at approximately 2:43 p.m.

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on four rezoning requests, present the proposed FY22 budget, and consider several administrative items including final plat approval, a rezoning time waiver, personnel policy changes, and American Rescue Plan hazard pay for county employees. The meeting also includes a possible executive session for personnel, litigation, or real estate matters.

• Rezone 29.54 acres on Old Phoenix Road from AG to R-PUD (Map 106, Parcel 002)
• Rezone 5.40 acres on Emory Drive from R-1 to R-2 (Map 111, Parcel 001044)
• Rezone 66.56 acres and 5 acres at 916 Harmony Road from AG to C-PUD (Map 103, Parcels 001001 and 001)
• Presentation of Proposed FY22 Budget
• Approval of American Rescue Plan (ARP) Hazard Pay for Putnam County Employees

The board approved one-time American Rescue Plan hazard pay for county employees and Putnam General Hospital employees, and authorized the chairman to sign an AT&T broadband resolution without county funding. Three rezoning requests were approved with conditions, and a personnel policy change was tabled. The FY22 budget was presented but no vote was taken.

• Approved ARP hazard pay for county and hospital employees (4-0)
• Authorized chairman to sign AT&T Broadband Resolution (4-0)
• Rezoned 29.54 acres on Old Phoenix Road from AG to R-PUD with conditions (4-0)
• Rezoned 5.40 acres on Emory Drive from R-1 to R-2 (4-0)
• Rezoned 66.56 and 5 acres at 916 Harmony Road from AG to C-PUD with conditions (4-0)
• Approved final plat for Eagles Rest at Cuscowilla Cottages (4-0)
• Waived six-month interval for rezoning application at 931 Pea Ridge Road (4-0)
• Tabled personnel policy changes until next meeting (4-0)

Technical Review Committee

The Putnam County Technical Review Committee will hold three preliminary plat review meetings on August 11, 2021, starting at 10:00 a.m. in the Putnam County Administration Building. The committee will consider preliminary plats for Plantation Pines Business Park, Harmony Farms Phases 3-5, and Loch Haven Subdivision Phase II. These are preliminary reviews, not final approvals.

• Plantation Pines Business Park: 44.57 acres on Greenway Drive, zoned I-M, agent James Jenkins for The Verde Corporation
• Harmony Farms Phases 3, 4 & 5: 133 acres, 144 lots on Harmony Road and Harmony Farms Drive, zoned RM-3, agent Jim Anderson for Harmony Farms Development
• Loch Haven Subdivision Phase II: 13.89 acres, 13 lots, zoned R-1, agent Josh Daniel for Southlake Capital Trust

Board of Assessors

The Putnam County Board of Tax Assessors will hold a regular business meeting to review correspondence from taxpayers, consider homestead applications and appeal waivers, and continue reviewing 2021 appeals. The board will also vote on mailing second notices and 'No Change' notices, and review the 2020 DOAA Sales Ratio Study.

• Review Homestead Application (F5)
• Review Appeal Waiver & Releases
• Approve Mailing of 2nd Notices ('30 Day')
• Approve Mailing of 'No Change' Notices
• Review 2020 DOAA Sales Ratio Study

The Putnam County Board of Tax Assessors rejected a taxpayer appeal as invalid for missing the July 1 deadline, approved a disabled veteran homestead application, and accepted the 2020 Sales Ratio Study as final. The board also approved mailing of 55 30-day notices, 39 no-change notices, and reinstated homestead exemptions for two parcels.

• Rejected appeal on parcel #123B-014 as invalid (unanimous)
• Approved 100% disabled veteran homestead application #096-012-096 (unanimous)
• Approved Appeal Waiver & Release requests on parcels #053B-043 and #084D-067 (unanimous)
• Approved mailing of 55 30-day notices (unanimous)
• Approved mailing of 39 No Change notices (unanimous)
• Approved release of property folders and forwarding of No Change appeals to Board of Equalization (unanimous)
• Approved mailing of 45-Day Notice for marine equipment (unanimous)
• Approved 2020 Final Ratios from Sales Ratio Study (unanimous)

Putnam Development Authority

The Putnam Development Authority is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of minutes and financials, an executive director's report, and discussion of a rebranding initiative. The meeting is largely procedural, with the rebranding initiative being the only substantive item listed.

• Approval of minutes from July 20, 2021 regular meeting and executive session
• Approval of financials for July 2021
• Executive Director's report
• Discussion of rebranding initiative

The Putnam Development Authority approved the July 2021 minutes and financials, established a credit card for the Executive Director, and authorized the Chairman to sign GDOT documents for the Rock Eagle Tech Park/GA Fall Line land sale. The rebranding initiative was discussed but no action was taken. The board also entered executive session for litigation, with no action resulting.

• Approved July 20, 2021 Regular Meeting and Executive Session minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July 2021 Financials (unanimous)
• Established a credit card for the Executive Director (unanimous)
• Authorized Chairman to sign GDOT documents for Rock Eagle Tech Park land sale (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for litigation (unanimous)
• Reopened meeting and executed affidavit (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners is holding its regular meeting with a routine agenda. They will hear a presentation from the Eatonton-Putnam Chamber of Commerce, take public comments, and vote on a consent agenda that includes approving minutes from several prior meetings and authorizing the chairman to sign safety discount verification forms for workers' compensation and risk management programs. They will also consider appointments to the Central Georgia Joint Development Authority and the Planning and Zoning Commission chairmanship.

• Special presentation: Eatonton-Putnam Chamber of Commerce Bi-Annual Report
• Approval of minutes from July 2, 12, 13, and 20 meetings
• Authorization for Chairman to sign ACCD GSIWCF Safety Discount Verification Form
• Authorization for Chairman to sign ACCD IRMA Safety Discount Verification Form
• Appointment to Central Georgia Joint Development Authority and Planning and Zoning Commission chair

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners approved the consent agenda, reappointed Bill Sharp to the Central Georgia Joint Development Authority, and appointed Alan Foster as Chairman of the Planning and Zoning Commission. The board also entered executive session for litigation but took no action afterward. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and safety discount forms (4-0)
• Reappointed Bill Sharp to Central Georgia Joint Development Authority (3-0, Sharp abstained)
• Appointed Alan Foster as Chairman of Planning and Zoning Commission (3-1, McElhenney opposed)
• Entered executive session for litigation; no action taken afterward

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners is holding a budget work session to discuss the county's finances. The agenda is minimal, consisting only of a call to order, budget discussions, and adjournment, with no specific budget items listed.

• Budget discussions

The Board of Commissioners held a budget work session where two agencies requested additional funding for the FY22 budget. Comments were made by representatives of Putnam General Hospital and the Putnam Development Authority. County Manager Paul Van Haute presented on Putnam General Hospital. No decisions were made; the next steps are a public hearing on August 17 and budget adoption on August 27.

• No formal decisions made during the work session
• Heard funding requests from Putnam General Hospital and Putnam Development Authority
• County Manager presented on Putnam General Hospital

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Putnam County Planning & Zoning Commission will consider nine requests, including six setback variances and four rezoning applications, at its August 5, 2021 meeting. One variance request (Thomas W Gardner) is proposed to be withdrawn. The commission will also approve minutes from the July 1 meeting. Rezoning items will be forwarded to the Board of Commissioners for a public hearing on August 17, 2021.

• Side yard setback variance at 149 Collis Marina Road (R-1)
• Rear yard setback variance at 189 S. Spring Road (R-2)
• Rezone 29.54 acres on Old Phoenix Road from AG to R-PUD (SDH Atlanta LLC)
• Rezone 5.40 acres on Emory Drive from R-1 to R-2 (Duane Gentes)
• Rezone 66.56 acres at 916 Harmony Road from AG to C-PUD (Goodwill Industries)

The Putnam County Planning & Zoning Commission approved a rezoning request by Goodwill Industries of Middle Georgia to rezone 66.56 acres and 5 acres at 916 Harmony Road from AG to C-PUD, with conditions including road improvements and restricted access. The commission also approved a 10-foot side yard setback variance for SDH Atlanta LLC on Old Phoenix Road, a related rezoning of 29.54 acres from AG to R-PUD, and several other variances and rezoning requests. A rear yard setback variance for Thomas Ralston was denied.

• Approved rezoning of 66.56 acres at 916 Harmony Road from AG to C-PUD with conditions (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of 5 acres at 916 Harmony Road from AG to C-PUD with conditions (4-0)
• Approved 10-foot side yard setback variance for SDH Atlanta LLC on Old Phoenix Road (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of 29.54 acres on Old Phoenix Road from AG to R-PUD with conditions (4-0)
• Approved side yard setback variance for Wallace Gerald Wright at 149 Collis Marina Road (4-0)
• Denied rear yard setback variance for Thomas Ralston at 189 S. Spring Road (4-0)
• Approved withdrawal without prejudice for Thomas W Gardner at 348A Cold Branch Road (4-0)
• Approved 10-foot side yard setback variance for Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church at 1628 Godfrey Road (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The regular Putnam County Board of Commissioners business meeting scheduled for July 20, 2021 is cancelled. In its place, the chairman will host a listening session for the public to discuss any subjects except personnel-related topics. The agenda includes opening remarks, the Pledge of Allegiance, public discussions, and adjournment.

• Regular business meeting cancelled
• Chairman's listening session held in lieu of regular meeting
• Public discussions on any topics except personnel
• Rules set by chairman, decisions final

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners held its first-ever listening session, during which residents raised concerns about road maintenance, commercial rezoning, park conditions, and transparency. No action was taken during the listening session. The board then entered executive session for litigation and real estate, and upon reopening, authorized the chairman to sign the required affidavit. No substantive decisions were made.

• Held first listening session; no action taken
• Entered executive session for litigation and real estate (4-0)
• Reopened meeting and authorized chairman to sign affidavit (4-0)

Putnam Development Authority

The Putnam Development Authority is meeting to approve minutes and financials, hear the executive director's report, and discuss other business. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of June 8, 2021 regular meeting minutes
• Approval of June 8, 2021 executive session minutes
• Approval of June 2021 financials
• Executive Director's report

The Putnam Development Authority approved a $10,000 contribution to the City of Eatonton to extend a gas line at the South Industrial Park, and authorized the Chairman and Executive Director to execute related documents. They also approved a GEC proposal for cultural resources and endangered species reports at approximately $8,300 for the park's GRAD Select certification. Additionally, the board authorized the Chairman and Executive Director to negotiate filming use of PDA-owned properties, requiring a certificate of insurance and a $250 per day fee with a 28-day maximum. The board approved the June 2021 financials and the minutes from the June 8 regular and executive sessions.

• Approved the June 8, 2021 Regular and Executive Session Minutes.
• Approved the June 2021 Financials.
• Approved the GEC proposal for cultural resources and endangered species reports at approximately $8,300 for the South Industrial Park GRAD Select certification.
• Approved up to $10,000 to the City of Eatonton to extend the gas line at the South Industrial Park and authorized the Chairman and Executive Director to execute documents.
• Authorized the Chairman and Executive Director to negotiate filming use of PDA-owned properties with a certificate of insurance and $250 per day fee, 28-day maximum.
• Entered executive session for litigation and real estate, then reopened and executed the affidavit; no action resulted.

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners is meeting for a budget work session. The agenda includes only a call to order, budget discussions, and adjournment, with no specific budget items listed. The meeting may be continued or closed to the public under certain conditions.

• Budget discussions
• Meeting may be continued to another time/place if attendance exceeds legal limits
• Executive session possible on legally exempt matters

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners met for a budget work session on July 13, 2021, to discuss various budget requests from county departments and agencies. No formal decisions or votes were made during the session; it was purely informational. The meeting adjourned at approximately 2:40 p.m.

• No action taken on budget requests (work session only)

Board of Assessors

The Putnam County Board of Tax Assessors is meeting to review and approve the minutes from the June 8 meeting, and to begin reviewing 2021 property tax appeals, including appraisals, waivers, and applications. They will also consider approving the mailing of second notices and review appeals received past the deadline.

• Review/approve minutes from June 8, 2021 regular business meeting
• Begin reviewing 2021 appeals
• Review appraisals submitted with appeals
• Review appeal waivers and releases
• Approve mailing of 2nd notices (30 day)

The Putnam County Board of Tax Assessors approved releasing a taxpayer from 2021 taxes on a demolished mobile home, accepted two appraisals to resolve appeals, rejected one appraisal, approved two appeal waivers, and approved a CUV application. The board also approved mailing 27 30-day notices for real property and 3 45-day notices for personal property, and rejected an unsigned appeal. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved releasing taxpayer from 2021 taxes on pre-bill Acct# 4422 (unanimous)
• Accepted appraisal on parcel #076-033, resolving appeal (unanimous)
• Accepted appraisal on parcel #E005-241-002, resolving appeal (unanimous)
• Rejected appraisal on parcel #120A-192 due to unacceptable comparables (unanimous)
• Approved appeal waivers on parcels #080-021 and #086A-090 (unanimous)
• Approved CUV application on parcel 4071-052 (unanimous)
• Approved mailing 27 30-day notices for real property (unanimous)
• Approved mailing 3 45-day notices for personal property (unanimous)

Putnam Development Authority

The Putnam Development Authority's July 13, 2021 meeting is cancelled and will be rescheduled for another date. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate about meeting continuation, public access, executive sessions, and ADA accommodations, with no substantive items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled and rescheduled for another date

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners is holding a budget work session to discuss the county budget. The agenda includes only a call to order, budget discussions, and adjournment, with no specific budget items listed.

• Budget discussions

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners met for a budget work session to review FY22 budget requests from various departments and offices. No formal action was taken; the session was for discussion only.

• No action taken on FY22 budget requests (work session only)

Sinclair Water Authority

The Sinclair Water Authority is meeting to consider several operational items, including pre-approval of sludge management costs, accepting a cybersecurity managed services quote, appointing a budget committee for FY22, and approving $5,000 for CIP room repairs. Public participation is allowed at the start. The meeting is a regular business session with reports from the manager, plant, and finance.

• Motion for pre-approval amount for sludge management
• Cyber security update and quote from Need A Nerd, motion to accept
• Appoint Budget Committee and approve proposed FY22 budget calendar
• Motion to approve $5,000 from Capital Funds for CIP room system repairs

The Sinclair Water Authority approved up to $5,000 for engineering related to sludge management, accepted a contract with Need a Nerd for network security, and approved $5,000 from capital funds for Clean in Place system upgrades. The board also appointed a budget committee and approved the FY22 budget calendar. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved up to $5,000 for sludge management engineering (5-0)
• Approved contract with Need a Nerd for network security (5-0)
• Approved $5,000 from capital funds for CIP system repairs (5-0)
• Appointed Budget Committee and approved FY22 budget calendar (5-0)
• Approved May 10, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on a zoning appeal and proposed changes to the county code, followed by a regular business meeting. The board will decide on the appeal of a denied rear setback variance and consider adopting amendments to chapters on alcoholic beverages and building regulations.

• Appeal by Josh & Lauren Sprayberry against denial of rear setback variance for 149 Mags Path
• Proposed adoption of changes to Chapter 6 (Alcoholic Beverages) and Chapter 18 (Buildings and Building Regulations)
• Approval of Right-of-Way Permit for Tim Camp
• Request from Tax Commissioner to write off bad debts
• Resolution electing not to require Mobile Home Decals

The Board of Commissioners voted 3-1 to uphold the Planning & Zoning Commission's denial of a rear setback variance for 149 Mags Path, rejecting the appeal by Josh and Lauren Sprayberry. The board also adopted changes to the County Code of Ordinances for alcoholic beverages and building regulations, including a 15,000 square foot provision. Other actions included approving a right-of-way permit for Tim Camp, writing off $10,244.13 in bad debts, and authorizing the Chairman to sign a resolution to not require mobile home decals.

• Denied the appeal for a rear setback variance at 149 Mags Path, upholding the Planning & Zoning Commission's decision (motion failed 1-3).
• Adopted changes to Chapter 6 (Alcoholic Beverages) and Chapter 18 (Buildings) of the County Code, including a 15,000 square foot addition to Section 6-130(b)(2).
• Approved the consent agenda, including the minutes of the June 15, 2021 regular meeting.
• Approved a right-of-way permit for Tim Camp.
• Approved bad debt write-offs for the Tax Commissioner totaling $10,244.13.
• Authorized the Chairman to sign a resolution electing not to require mobile home decals.
• Authorized the Chairman to sign a contract for courthouse use for a movie production, pending County Attorney approval (later noted as unnecessary).

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Putnam County Planning & Zoning Commission will consider two residential setback variance requests and approve minutes from its June 3 meeting. All 14 rezoning requests for properties on Crooked Creek Drive/Road have been moved to the August 5, 2021 agenda, so no rezoning decisions will be made at this meeting.

• Rear yard setback variance at 189 S. Spring Road (R-2 zoning, Map 115C, Parcel 019)
• Front and rear yard setback variance at 101 Twisting Hill Ln (R-2 zoning, Map 111C, Parcel 043)
• Side yard setback variance at 149 Collis Marina Road withdrawn without prejudice (R-1 zoning, Map 104B, Parcel 013)
• 14 rezoning requests from R-2 to C-1 on Crooked Creek Drive/Road postponed to August 5, 2021

The Putnam County Planning & Zoning Commission voted to table a rear yard setback variance request by Thomas Ralston for 189 S. Spring Road after staff raised a misunderstanding about the number of doors. The board approved a variance for Robert & Susan Dods at 101 Twisting Hill Ln for a carport with specific setback conditions. It also approved a request by Wallace Gerald Wright to withdraw his variance application without prejudice. All other items were moved to the August 5, 2021 agenda.

• Tabled the rear yard setback variance request by Thomas Ralston at 189 S. Spring Road (Map 115C, Parcel 019) due to staff misunderstanding about doors.
• Approved a 28-foot rear yard setback variance and a 10-foot front yard setback variance for Robert & Susan Dods at 101 Twisting Hill Ln, with the condition that the structure be moved to the 84-foot buildable area.
• Approved the withdrawal without prejudice of Wallace Gerald Wright's side yard setback variance request at 149 Collis Marina Road.
• Moved all rezoning requests by James Key (Jamie) and Christie Key for properties on Crooked Creek Drive/Road to the August 5, 2021 agenda.

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to consider several action items, including a resolution to call for a referendum on a special district mass transportation sales and use tax, and a request to remove trees along Scott Road. The board will also vote on the consent agenda, which includes approvals of minutes, a grant application, a transit agreement, and a final subdivision plat. The meeting is open to the public, with accommodations available upon request.

• Resolution to call for a referendum imposing a Special District Mass Transportation Sales and Use Tax
• Request by Howard McMichael, Jr. to remove trees in the right of way along Scott Road
• Authorization to sign GDOT Section 5311 Transit Operating and Capital Assistance Agreement
• Authorization to sign FY2022 Georgia Indigent Defense Services Agreement
• Appointment of Chairperson of the Putnam County Board of Elections and Registration

The Board of Commissioners approved a resolution to call for a referendum on a Special District Mass Transportation Sales and Use Tax, authorizing the Chairman to sign it. They also approved the consent agenda, a request to remove trees along Scott Road, appointed Charles Patten as chair of the Board of Elections, and authorized signing the FY2022 Indigent Defense Services Agreement. All votes were unanimous among the three commissioners present, with Commissioner Brown absent.

• Approved the agenda as presented.
• Approved the consent agenda, including minutes, grant application, transit agreement, and final plat for Overlook at Pea Ridge.
• Approved Howard McMichael Jr.'s request to remove trees in the right of way along Scott Road.
• Appointed Charles Patten as Chairperson of the Putnam County Board of Elections and Registration.
• Authorized the Chairman to sign the FY2022 Georgia Indigent Defense Services Agreement.
• Authorized the Chairman to sign the Resolution to Call for a Referendum Imposing a Special District Mass Transportation Sales and Use Tax.

Putnam Development Authority

The Putnam Development Authority is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of minutes and financials, a report from the Economic Development Director, and discussion of the FY22 budget. The meeting may also enter executive session for personnel, litigation, or real estate matters.

• Approval of May 11, 2021 regular meeting and executive session minutes
• Approval of May 2021 financials
• FY22 budget discussion
• Economic Development Director report
• Possible executive session per O.C.G.A. 50-14-4

The Putnam Development Authority approved the May 2021 financials and the minutes from the May 11 regular and executive sessions. The board entered executive session for personnel and litigation, then authorized the chairman to proceed as discussed. The FY22 budget was deferred for the chairman and interim director to prepare and submit by June 28.

• Approved May 11, 2021 regular and executive session minutes (5-0)
• Approved May 2021 financials (5-0)
• Entered executive session for personnel and litigation (5-0)
• Reopened meeting and executed affidavit on closed session (5-0)
• Authorized chairman to proceed as discussed in executive session (5-0)

Board of Assessors

The Putnam County Board of Assessors is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, reviewing taxpayer correspondence, and receiving a status report on 2021 appeals. They will also vote on mailing second notices (30-day) and discuss the 2021-2022 budget. No old business is listed.

• Approve minutes from May 11 regular and May 20 special meetings
• Review correspondence from taxpayers
• Status report on 2021 appeals
• Approve mailing of 2nd notices (30-day)
• Discuss 2021-2022 budget

The Putnam County Board of Tax Assessors approved minutes from May meetings, granted a homestead exemption appeal after the taxpayer provided proof of residency, and rejected an appraisal due to retrospective sales. The board also approved mailing 45-day and 30-day notices of assessment for late-filed and other properties, and acknowledged receipt of the preliminary 2021-2022 budget.

• Approved May 11 and May 20 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved homestead exemption for appeal #109B-041 (unanimous)
• Rejected appraisal for appeal #057C-005 due to retrospective sales (unanimous)
• Approved mailing 45-day notices for Acct #71238 and #73940 (unanimous)
• Approved mailing 30-day notices for 9 properties (unanimous)
• Acknowledged receipt of preliminary 2021-2022 budget

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular business meeting on June 4, 2021, to consider several items, including approving the consent agenda, authorizing the chairman to sign an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Eatonton for TSPLOST #2, approving TSPLOST #2 projects, approving the FY 2021 LMIG Safety Action Plan projects, awarding bids for the SR 44 @ Scott Road traffic signal, approving American Rescue Plan funding for hazard pay, and authorizing a technical assistance letter for an IT upgrade. The board may also enter executive session for personnel, litigation, or real estate matters.

• Intergovernmental agreement with City of Eatonton for TSPLOST #2
• Approval of TSPLOST #2 projects
• FY 2021 LMIG Safety Action Plan projects
• Awarding bids for SR 44 @ Scott Road traffic signal (Solicitations 21-42001-002 and 21-42001-003)
• American Rescue Plan funding for hazard pay

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners approved the agenda with the removal of the American Rescue Plan hazard pay item, then authorized the chairman to sign the TSPLOST #2 intergovernmental agreement with Eatonton, approved TSPLOST #2 projects, approved the FY2021 LMIG Safety Action Plan projects, and awarded the SR 44 @ Scott Road traffic signal contract to Reedwick, LLC for $230,234.60. The board also authorized a technical assistance letter for an IT upgrade and scheduled a public hearing for code changes. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved agenda with removal of ARP hazard pay item (4-0)
• Authorized chairman to sign TSPLOST #2 intergovernmental agreement with Eatonton (4-0)
• Approved TSPLOST #2 projects (4-0)
• Approved FY2021 LMIG Safety Action Plan projects (4-0)
• Awarded SR 44 @ Scott Road traffic signal contract to Reedwick, LLC for $230,234.60 (4-0)
• Authorized chairman to sign technical assistance letter for IT upgrade (4-0)
• Authorized staff to schedule public hearing for code changes (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Putnam County Planning & Zoning Commission will consider three requests for setback variances at residential properties. The commission will also approve minutes from the previous meeting. The Board of Commissioners will hear these items on June 15, 2021.

• Rear yard setback variance at 149 Mags Path (R-1 zoning)
• Rear yard setback variance at 101 Twisting Hill Ln (R-2 zoning)
• Right side setback variance at 364 Possum Pt. Rd (R-2 zoning)

The Putnam County Planning & Zoning Commission denied a request by Josh & Lauren Sprayberry for a 30-foot rear yard setback variance to build a swimming pool 35 feet from Lake Oconee at 149 Mags Path. The motion to approve staff's recommendation for denial passed 3-1, with Vice-Chairman Pierson voting no. The commission also approved a 7.5-foot right-side setback variance for Keith Davis at 364 Possum Point Rd. and allowed Robert & Susan Dods to withdraw their variance request without prejudice.

• Denied 30-foot rear yard setback variance for pool at 149 Mags Path (3-1)
• Approved 7.5-foot right-side setback variance at 364 Possum Point Rd. (4-0)
• Approved withdrawal without prejudice of variance request at 101 Twisting Hill Ln. (4-0)
• Approved minutes of May 6, 2021 (4-0)

Board of Assessors

The Putnam County Board of Tax Assessors will meet to consider old business, including approving 2021 personal property values and the mailing of related assessment notices. The meeting also allows for any additional business not known when the agenda was prepared, followed by adjournment.

• Approve 2021 Personal Property Values
• Approve Mailing of 2021 Personal Property Assessment Notices

The Putnam County Board of Tax Assessors unanimously approved the 2021 Personal Property values and the mailing of the corresponding Notices of Assessment, scheduled for May 24, 2021. The board also approved a CUV application in response to an intent-to-breach letter. The meeting was procedural and adjourned after these actions.

• Approved 2021 Personal Property values (unanimous)
• Approved mailing of 2021 Personal Property Notices of Assessment (unanimous)
• Approved CUV application for parcel #109-054-001 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners is holding its regular business meeting, where they will consider an appeal of a Planning & Zoning Commission decision, approve a budget amendment, and authorize the chairman to sign a lease agreement and an intergovernmental agreement. The agenda also includes public comments, consent agenda items, and reports from county staff.

• Appeal of Planning & Zoning Commission decision by Charles B. and Cathy M. Walsh
• Approval of FY21 Budget Amendment #1
• Authorization for Chairman to sign Lease Agreement for Scott Road Recycle Center
• Authorization for Chairman to sign TSPLOST #2 IGA

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners denied the appeal by Charles B. and Cathy M. Walsh regarding the Planning & Zoning Commission's decision on property at 168 Riverview Road. The board also approved the FY21 Budget Amendment #1, authorized the Chairman to sign a 90-day lease for the Scott Road Recycle Center, and approved the consent agenda. The TSPLOST #2 IGA item was removed from the agenda.

• Denied appeal by Charles B. and Cathy M. Walsh regarding Planning & Zoning decision for 168 Riverview Road (4-0)
• Approved FY21 Budget Amendment #1 (4-0)
• Authorized Chairman to sign lease agreement for Scott Road Recycle Center (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes from May 6 and May 7 meetings (4-0)
• Removed TSPLOST #2 IGA from agenda
• Entered executive session for litigation purposes (4-0)
• Authorized Chairman to sign affidavit concerning closed session (4-0)

Board of Assessors

The Putnam County Board of Tax Assessors will review and approve the 2021 real and personal property values, and approve mailing of assessment notices to taxpayers. The board will also review correspondence from taxpayers, a homestead exemption on parcel #095A-002, and 2021 CUV/FLPA applications.

• Approve 2021 Real Property Values
• Approve mailing of 2021 Real Property Assessment Notices
• Approve 2021 Personal Property Values
• Review Homestead Exemption on #095A-002
• Review 2021 CUV/FLPA Applications

The Putnam County Board of Tax Assessors approved the 2021 real property values for 19,140 parcels and the mailing of assessment notices scheduled for May 17, 2021. They also denied seven CUV applications, approved six FLPA applications with covenants, and approved 104 CUV applications. A homestead exemption was rescinded because the taxpayer applied in Greene County. Personal property values were tabled for a special meeting on May 20, 2021.

• Approved 2021 Real Property values for 19,140 parcels (unanimous)
• Approved mailing of 2021 Real Property Notices of Assessment (unanimous)
• Denied 7 CUV applications (unanimous)
• Approved 6 FLPA applications (unanimous)
• Approved covenants on all FLPA applications (unanimous)
• Approved 104 CUV applications (unanimous)
• Rescinded homestead exemption for parcel #095A-002 (unanimous)
• Tabled 2021 Personal Property values review

Putnam Development Authority

The Putnam Development Authority is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will vote on the April minutes and financials, hear the Economic Development Director's report, and discuss board member training, the South Industrial Park GRAD application, and the FY22 budget. The agenda is mostly routine, with no major public hearings or contracts listed.

• Approval of April 13, 2021 minutes and executive session
• Approval of April 2021 financials
• Update on South Industrial Park GRAD application
• FY22 budget discussion
• Possible executive session for personnel, litigation, or real estate

The Putnam Development Authority approved the April 13 meeting minutes and April 2021 financials unanimously. Members received updates on the South Industrial Park, GRAD application, and several economic development projects, but took no action on those items. The board also discussed board member training requirements and began preliminary FY22 budget work, with no formal decisions.

• Approved April 13, 2021 Regular Meeting and Executive Session Minutes (5-0)
• Approved April 2021 Financials (5-0)
• Entered executive session for personnel and litigation (5-0)
• Reopened meeting and executed affidavit on closed session (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0, Member Burns absent)

Sinclair Water Authority

The Sinclair Water Authority is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will vote on discarding surplus inventory and discuss sludge management, turbidimeters, and electrical matters, along with receiving manager, plant product, and financial reports.

• Approval to discard surplus inventory
• Discussion and possible action on sludge management
• Discussion and possible action on turbidimeters
• Discussion and possible action on electrical
• Approval of March 8, 2021 meeting minutes

The Sinclair Water Authority approved several purchases and actions, including a turbidimeter, electrical work by Crawford Electric, and surplus inventory disposal. They also discussed sludge management and other operational updates but took no action on those items.

• Approved March 8, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved surplus inventory disposal list (5-0)
• Approved purchase of one turbidimeter (5-0)
• Approved turbidimeter purchase not to exceed $5,000 (5-0)
• Approved electrical work by Crawford Electric not to exceed $5,500 (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting, including public comments, approval of minutes, and several action items. Key items include awarding a contract for asphaltic concrete resurfacing and striping, authorizing a technical assistance request for updating the personnel manual, and discussing operations of the Uncle Remus Golf Course.

• Awarding of Solicitation 21-42001-001 for LMIG asphaltic concrete resurfacing and striping
• Authorization for Chairman to sign Technical Assistance Letter to Middle Georgia Regional Commission for personnel manual update
• Discussion of Uncle Remus Golf Course operations
• Approval of minutes from April 20 and April 21 meetings

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners approved the consent agenda, awarded a $953,325.71 contract for LMIG asphaltic concrete resurfacing and striping to Garrett Paving Company, and authorized the chairman to sign a technical assistance letter for updating the Personnel Manual. The board discussed the closure of the Uncle Remus Golf Course following staff resignations but took no official action, directing the county manager to explore keeping it open.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes from April 20 and April 21 meetings (4-0)
• Awarded Solicitation 21-42001-001 to Garrett Paving Company at $953,325.71 (4-0)
• Authorized chairman to sign Technical Assistance letter to Middle Georgia Regional Commission for Personnel Manual update (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss TSPLOST #2 projects and ARP (American Rescue Plan) funding. The agenda includes only these two discussion items, along with standard opening and closing procedures. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of TSPLOST #2 projects
• Discussion of ARP (American Rescue Plan) funding

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners held a work session on May 6, 2021, to discuss TSPLOST #2 road projects and American Rescue Plan (ARP) funding. No formal decisions or votes were made; the session was informational and brainstorming only. The board reviewed road priority lists and heard updates on the Dennis Station Road turn lane project, which is awaiting railroad approval. Staff presented ideas for ARP spending, including generators, IT upgrades, and courthouse repairs, but no action was taken.

• No action taken on TSPLOST #2 road priorities
• No action taken on ARP funding project ideas
• Dennis Station Road turn lane update: engineering complete, awaiting railroad

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Putnam County Planning & Zoning Commission is holding a public hearing to consider an appeal by Charles B. and Cathy M. Walsh of a decision by the Director of Planning & Development regarding property at 168 Riverview Road, currently zoned R-2. The commission will also approve minutes from the April 1, 2021 meeting. The agenda contains one substantive item and otherwise is procedural.

• Appeal by Charles B. and Cathy M. Walsh of Planning Director's decision at 168 Riverview Road (Map 057C, Parcel 202, District 4)
• Property currently zoned R-2
• Approval of minutes from April 1, 2021 meeting

The Putnam County Planning & Zoning Commission voted unanimously to uphold the Director of Planning & Development's denial of an appeal by Charles B. and Cathy M. Walsh to subdivide their property at 168 Riverview Road into two non-conforming lots. The board agreed with staff and county attorney that creating non-conforming parcels is not allowed under county code. The minutes also include approval of the April 1, 2021 minutes and a note about an upcoming summer conference.

• Approved April 1, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Upheld denial of Walsh appeal to subdivide 168 Riverview Road (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a called meeting to discuss and potentially take action on employee insurance benefits. The session is scheduled for April 21, 2021, at the Putnam County Administration Building.

• Discussion and possible action on Employee Insurance Benefits

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners voted to renew employee insurance plans, switching dental coverage to MetLife while keeping Anthem for medical and vision, OneAmerica for life and disability, and other carriers for supplemental benefits. They also voted to maintain current employee contribution rates. All votes were unanimous among the four commissioners present, with Chairman Webster not voting.

• Renewed employee insurance with MetLife Dental, Anthem Vision, OneAmerica Life & Disability, Admin America, Aflac, Texas Life, and Anthem BCBS medical plans (4-0)
• Maintained current employee contribution rates for insurance plans (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular business meeting to consider the proposed 2022 budget and 2021 mill rate schedule, award a contract for Oconee Springs Park infrastructure and event center, and authorize the chairman to sign closing documents for property on Sammons Industrial. The board will also hear an employee insurance presentation and make appointments to local development authorities. The agenda includes public comments and a possible executive session for personnel, litigation, or real estate matters.

• Approval of proposed 2022 budget and 2021 mill rate schedule
• Awarding of Solicitation 21-61801-001 for Oconee Springs Park Infrastructure and Event Center
• Authorization for Chairman to sign closing documents for property on Sammons Industrial
• Appointments to Lake Oconee Area Development Authority and Putnam Development Authority
• Employee insurance presentation by NFP

The Board of Commissioners approved the 2022 budget and 2021 mill rate schedule, awarded a $445,630 contract for Oconee Springs Park infrastructure to Renfroe Construction, and authorized the chairman to sign closing documents for property on Sammons Industrial. They also appointed Scott Joris and Shane Hill to the Lake Oconee Area Development Authority and John Wojtas to the Putnam Development Authority. In addition, the board raised the county manager's salary by $1,000 per month and increased annual deferred compensation by $3,852, effective May 1, 2021.

• Approved 2022 Budget and 2021 Mill Rate Schedule (4-0)
• Awarded Solicitation 21-61801-001 to Renfroe Construction at $445,630 for Oconee Springs Park Infrastructure and Event Center (4-0)
• Authorized Chairman to sign closing documents for property on Sammons Industrial (4-0)
• Appointed Scott Joris and Shane Hill to Lake Oconee Area Development Authority (terms ending May 1, 2026)
• Appointed John Wojtas to Putnam Development Authority (term ending May 1, 2026)
• Raised County Manager's salary by $1,000/month and deferred compensation by $3,852 annually, effective May 1, 2021 (4-0)

Board of Assessors

The Putnam County Board of Assessors will hold a regular business meeting to review and approve the minutes from March 9, 2021, and discuss old and new business. This includes reviewing 2021 CUV/FLPA applications, real property returns, homestead applications and removals, pre-bill appeals, and Freeport applications. The board will also consider requests to breach CUV covenants and correspondence from taxpayers.

• Review 2021 CUV/FLPA Applications
• Review 2021 Real Property Returns
• Review 2021 Homestead Applications and Removals
• Review Request to Breach CUV Covenant
• Review 2021 Pre-bill Appeals and Freeport Applications

The Putnam County Board of Tax Assessors held a regular meeting on April 13, 2021, and took several actions on property tax matters. They approved 119 homestead applications, denied 17, and removed 52 homestead exemptions. The board also rescinded a prior homestead removal, approved a voluntary CUV breach, and sent intent-to-breach letters on other parcels.

• Approved minutes from March 9, 2021 (unanimous)
• Tabled CUV/FLPA applications review (unanimous)
• Acknowledged receipt of 6 real property tax returns (unanimous)
• Rescinded homestead removal on parcel #077A-015 (unanimous)
• Approved 119 homestead applications (unanimous)
• Denied 17 homestead applications, approved 1 (unanimous)
• Approved removal of 52 homestead exemptions (unanimous)
• Approved voluntary CUV breach with no penalty on parcels 061-015/061-015IN and 061-009/061-009IN (unanimous)

Putnam Development Authority

The Putnam Development Authority is meeting to conduct routine business, including introducing a new board member, hearing reports, and approving minutes and financials. They will also consider a quote for additional GRAD certification work and may enter executive session for legally exempt matters.

• Introduction of new board member Brice Doolittle
• Report from Paul Simonton on GRAD application and SIP Project
• Approval of quote from P.C. Simonton & Associates for additional GRAD Certification work
• Approval of minutes from March 9, 2021 regular meeting and executive session
• Approval of financials for March 2021

The Putnam Development Authority approved a motion to authorize Interim EDD Pat Topping to obtain quotes for Environmental Stage 1 and Wetlands studies for the SIP site GRAD application, choosing the lowest proposal not to exceed $8,000. The board also approved the March 2021 minutes with a correction, the March 2021 financials, and moved forward with the application process for a fulltime Economic Development Director. No action was taken following the executive session on real estate and litigation.

• Authorized EDD Topping to get quotes for Environmental Stage 1 and Wetlands studies, choose lowest proposal not to exceed $8,000 (5-0)
• Approved March 9, 2021 Regular Meeting minutes with correction (Leadership Class members changed to 18) and Executive Session minutes as written (5-0)
• Approved March 2021 financials (5-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session for real estate and litigation (4-0, Chairman Rocker not listed)
• Approved motion to reopen meeting and execute affidavit (4-0)
• Approved motion to move forward with application process for fulltime Economic Development Director (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners is holding a regular business meeting with a consent agenda, public comments, and reports. They will consider authorizing the chairman to sign a no-parking resolution and apply for FY21 GDOT LMIG Safety Action Plan funding. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from March 16 regular and executive sessions, and March 30 called meeting
• Authorization for chairman to sign No Parking Resolution
• Authorization for chairman to sign documents for FY21 GDOT LMIG Safety Action Plan funding

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners approved the consent agenda and authorized the chairman to sign a No Parking Resolution for the Clack Circle area. They also authorized applying for FY21 GDOT LMIG Safety Action Plan funding for raised pavement markers on Pea Ridge and Harmony Roads, with a 30% county match. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes from March 16 and March 30 meetings (4-0)
• Authorized chairman to sign No Parking Resolution for Clack Circle area (4-0)
• Authorized chairman to sign documents to apply for FY21 GDOT LMIG Safety Action Plan funding for raised pavement markers on Pea Ridge and Harmony Roads (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners is holding a called joint meeting with the Eatonton City Council. The main item is discussion and possible action regarding a single-county TSPLOST (Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax). The agenda is otherwise procedural, with opening and closing items.

• Discussion and possible action regarding single county TSPLOST

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners and Eatonton City Council met jointly to discuss reauthorizing the county's TSPLOST. Commissioners authorized proceeding with a November 2021 ballot measure under the same conditions as the previous TSPLOST, with County Manager Van Haute as point of contact. No official action was taken at this meeting; the city plans to discuss at its next council meeting.

• Authorized proceeding for November 2021 TSPLOST ballot under same conditions as last time
• Authorized County Manager Van Haute as point of contact for schedule and intergovernmental agreement

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Putnam County Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a single side yard setback variance request at 119 Emma Dr. SE, with a second request removed from the agenda. The meeting also includes approval of the previous month's minutes and procedural items.

• Side yard setback variance request by Douglas V. Gordy at 119 Emma Dr. SE (R-1 zoning, Map 086B, Parcel 085, District 4)
• Side yard setback variance request by John R. Schreiner at 138 B Little River Run N (R-2 zoning) — removed from agenda

The Putnam County Planning & Zoning Commission held a public hearing on April 1, 2021, and approved a motion to withdraw Douglas V. Gordy's side yard setback variance request without prejudice. The commission also approved the minutes from the March 4, 2020 meeting. A second variance request by John R. Schreiner was removed from the agenda. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved the March 4, 2020 meeting minutes.
• Approved the withdrawal without prejudice of Douglas V. Gordy's side yard setback variance request at 119 Emma Dr. SE.

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners is holding a called meeting to consider authorizing the chairman to sign a commercial purchase and sale agreement. The agenda includes only this item, along with routine opening and closing procedures.

• Authorization for Chairman to sign Commercial Purchase and Sale Agreement

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners authorized Chairman Billy Webster to sign a Commercial Purchase and Sale Agreement for a new recycle center site. The agreement covers lots 31 and 32 on Sammons Parkway at a price of $157,000. The motion passed unanimously with four yea votes; Chairman Webster signed the agreement.

• Authorized Chairman to sign Commercial Purchase and Sale Agreement for new recycle center site (4-0)
• Approved purchase of lots 31 & 32 on Sammons Parkway for $157,000

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners will hold a zoning public hearing on six rezoning requests, then conduct a regular business meeting. The board will consider consent agenda items including alcohol licenses, discuss and possibly act on Drug Court Coordinators and an Anchors Marina settlement, and make several appointments. The meeting may be continued if attendance exceeds legal limits, and the board may enter executive session for personnel, litigation, or real estate matters.

• Rezone 5.00 acres from AG to R-1 on Glenwood Springs Road (Map 033, Parcel 029)
• Rezone 4.12 acres from AG to R-2 at 672 Gray Road (Map 052, Parcel 024001)
• Rezone 56.31 acres from RM-3 to AG on Harmony Road (Map 098, Parcel 029)
• Rezone 1.1 acres from C-1 to C-2 at 808 Harmony Road (Map 097, Parcel 066)
• Discussion and possible action on Anchors Marina Release and Settlement Agreement

The Board of Commissioners approved all five rezoning requests, including a 5-acre AG to R-1 rezoning on Glenwood Springs Road and a 56.31-acre RM-3 to AG rezoning on Harmony Road, each with conditions as recommended by staff. The board also created two Drug Court Coordinator positions as county employees, contingent on state reimbursement and cost caps. Additionally, the board approved a certificate of occupancy for Anchors Marina, accepted Greenway Drive as a county road, and authorized moving forward with a TSPLOST ballot measure for November 2021.

• Approved rezoning of 5.00 acres from AG to R-1 on Glenwood Springs Road (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of 4.12 acres from AG to R-2 at 672 Gray Road (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of 56.31 acres from RM-3 to AG on Harmony Road (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of 1.1 acres from C-1 to C-2 at 808 Harmony Road (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of 1.78 and 1 acre from C-1 to C-2 at 804 Harmony Road (4-0)
• Created two Drug Court Coordinator positions as county employees (4-0)
• Adopted finding of compliance and issued Certificate of Occupancy for Anchors Marina (4-0)
• Authorized County Manager to proceed with TSPLOST schedule for November 2021 ballot (4-0)

Putnam Development Authority

The Putnam Development Authority is holding a routine meeting to approve minutes from previous meetings, approve February 2021 financials, hear the Economic Development Director's report, and elect officers. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from December 14, 2020 regular and executive sessions, and February 9, 2021 called meeting
• Approval of February 2021 financials
• Election of Chairman, Vice Chairman, Secretary/Treasurer, and Assistant Secretary/Treasurer
• Possible executive session for personnel, litigation, or real estate matters

The Putnam Development Authority approved minutes, financials, and officer elections, and authorized up to $15,000 for supplemental project management following an executive session. The board also heard an economic development report detailing active projects and the Bluestem expansion.

• Approved Dec 14, 2020 regular/executive session and Feb 9, 2021 called meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved February 2021 financials (3-0)
• Entered executive session for litigation (3-0)
• Reopened meeting and executed affidavit (3-0)
• Authorized Chairman Rocker and Member Wojtas to retain supplemental project management not to exceed $15,000 (3-0)
• Elected officers: Rocker (Chairman), Wojtas (Vice Chairman), Burns (Secretary/Treasurer), Butterworth (Asst. Secretary/Treasurer) (3-0)

Board of Assessors

The Putnam County Board of Tax Assessors will meet to approve minutes, appoint new leadership, and handle new business. Key actions include approving 2021 pricing schedules and timber harvest values, and beginning reviews of homestead, CUVA/FLPA applications, real property returns, and pre-bill appeals.

• Appoint new Chairman/Vice-Chairman
• Review/Approve 2021 Pricing Schedules
• Review/Approve 2021 Timber Harvest Values
• Review 2021 CUVA/FLPA Values
• Begin Reviewing 2021 Homestead Applications

The board elected Shelby Storey as chairman and John Richter as vice-chairman after Ron Gilpin's resignation. It approved a tax exemption for a vacant lot owned by Lake Oconee Lutheran Church, the 2021 Commercial Schedule, Timber Harvest Values, CUVA and FLPA values, and 349 homestead applications. The board removed homestead exemptions on several properties after review and tabled CUVA/FLPA applications and Real Property Returns for later.

• Elected Shelby Storey as chairman and John Richter as vice-chairman (unanimous)
• Approved tax exemption for Lake Oconee Lutheran Church parcel #102A-109 (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 Commercial Schedule (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 Timber Harvest Values (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 CUVA and FLPA values (unanimous)
• Removed homestead exemptions on parcels #077A-015, #049B-024, #E007-211, and #077A-051 (unanimous)
• Approved 349 homestead applications (unanimous)
• Tabled review of 2021 CUVA/FLPA applications and Real Property Returns

Sinclair Water Authority

The Sinclair Water Authority will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes, hear reports, and discuss several operational items including inventory disposal, discontinuing a TOC analyzer, upgrading testing equipment, and an alum sludge management plan. No new business is listed.

• Discussion and possible action on Inventory Disposal
• Discussion and possible action on Discontinuing Use of TOC Analyzer
• Discussion and possible action on Palintest Upgrade Testing Equipment
• Discussion and possible action on Alum Sludge Management Plan

The Sinclair Water Authority approved a procedure for surplus disposal and the disposal of listed items, with Chairman Brown and Member Webster overseeing final disposition. It also voted to discontinue use of the TOC analyzer and end the SUEZ contract, and to replace a Palin test with a Kemio Chlorite kit at a cost of $2,800. The board discussed an alum sludge management plan, directing the plant manager to get pricing for land clearing and to contact ESG for ideas. No action was taken on plant production or financial reports.

• Approved a procedure for surplus disposal.
• Approved disposal of listed items, with Chairman Brown and Member Webster approving final disposition.
• Approved discontinuing use of the TOC analyzer and discontinuing the SUEZ contract.
• Approved replacing one Palin test with a Kemio Chlorite kit at a cost of $2,800 and stocking up on Palin tests at year-end.
• Discussed alum sludge management; directed Plant Manager to obtain pricing for land clearing and to contact ESG for ideas.

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with public comments, a consent agenda, and presentations. Key items include approving 2021 alcohol licenses, authorizing financing for a new ladder truck, hearing from Waste Management, and receiving the FY20 audit report. The board may also enter executive session for personnel, litigation, or real estate matters.

• Approval of 2021 Alcohol Licenses
• Authorization for Chairman to sign Resolution for Financing new Ladder Truck
• Presentation from Waste Management Company
• Presentation of FY20 Audit Report
• Surplus Fixed Assets for Sale

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners met on March 5, 2021, and approved the consent agenda, which included the February 16 meeting minutes, 2021 alcohol licenses, and authorization for the Chairman to sign a resolution for financing a new ladder truck. The board also approved the surplus of fixed assets for sale as listed in the meeting package. The FY20 audit report was presented with a clean opinion, and no action was taken on the Waste Management presentation or after the executive session.

• Approved the agenda as presented.
• Approved the consent agenda, including the February 16, 2021 minutes, 2021 alcohol licenses, and authorization for the Chairman to sign a resolution for financing a new ladder truck.
• Approved the surplus of fixed assets for sale as listed in the meeting package.
• Entered executive session for litigation and real estate, then reopened and authorized the Chairman to sign the affidavit; no action resulted.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Putnam County Planning & Zoning Commission will consider seven requests, including one variance and six rezoning applications, at its March 4, 2021 meeting. The commission will also approve minutes from the previous meeting. Rezoning requests will be forwarded to the Board of Commissioners for a public hearing on March 16, 2021.

• Side yard setback variance at 151 Collis Marina Road (R1)
• Rezone 5.00 acres from AG to R-1 on Glenwood Springs Road
• Rezone 4.12 acres from AG to R-2 at 672 Gray Road
• Rezone 56.31 acres from RM-3 to AG on Harmony Road
• Three C-1 to C-2 rezones on Harmony Road (1.1, 1.78, and 1 acre)

The Putnam County Planning & Zoning Commission approved a side yard setback variance for Jeremy Hobbs at 151 Collis Marina Road, and approved rezoning requests for properties on Glenwood Springs Road, Gray Road, Harmony Road, and 804/808 Harmony Road. All votes were unanimous (5-0). The commission also approved minutes from February 4, 2020.

• Approved side yard setback variance for Jeremy Hobbs at 151 Collis Marina Road (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 5.00 acres from AG to R-1 on Glenwood Springs Road (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 4.12 acres from AG to R-2 at 672 Gray Road (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 56.31 acres from RM-3 to AG on Harmony Road (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 1.1, 1.78, and 1 acres from C-1 to C-2 at 804 and 808 Harmony Road (5-0)
• Approved minutes from February 4, 2020 (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on proposed changes to the county code covering alcohol, zoning, and short-term vacation rentals. The board will also consider right-of-way permits for communications work, a fire truck purchase, and a hospital authority appointment. The meeting includes public comments and consent agenda items.

• Public hearing on changes to Chapter 6 (Alcohol), Chapter 66 (Zoning), and Appendix D (Short Term Vacation Rental)
• Approval of right-of-way permits for Ficoa Communications on Old Phoenix Road NE and Pea Ridge Road SE
• Approval of right-of-way permits for ESG on Pea Ridge Road and Glenwood Springs Road
• Approval of fire truck purchase: Pierce 100' Midmount Tower on Velocity Chassis
• Recommendation for appointment to Hospital Authority Post 4

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved changes to the County Code of Ordinances covering alcohol, zoning, and short-term vacation rentals after a public hearing with no speakers. They also approved right-of-way permits for Ficoa Communications and ESG, recommended three individuals for the Hospital Authority, and authorized the purchase of a new fire truck for $1,472,300.

• Adopted changes to Code of Ordinances Chapter 6 (Alcohol), Chapter 66 (Zoning), and Appendix D (Short Term Vacation Rental) (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Feb. 5 meeting minutes and 2021 alcohol licenses (4-0)
• Approved right-of-way permits for Ficoa Communications on Old Phoenix Rd NE and Pea Ridge Rd SE (4-0)
• Approved right-of-way permits for ESG on Pea Ridge Rd and Glenwood Springs Rd (4-0)
• Recommended Tom Thompson, William Cooper Rainey Jr., and David J. Owens for Hospital Authority Post 4 (4-0)
• Approved purchase of Pierce 100' Midmount Tower fire truck for $1,472,300 (4-0)
• Authorized Chairman to sign Technical Assistance letter to MGRC for zoning map updates (4-0)

Board of Assessors

The Putnam County Board of Assessors is meeting to review and approve the minutes from the January 12, 2021 meeting, and to consider new business including taxpayer correspondence and approval of 2021 schedules. No old business is listed. The meeting is scheduled for 3:00 pm at the Putnam County Courthouse.

• Review/approve minutes from January 12, 2021 regular business meeting
• Review correspondence from taxpayers
• Review 2021 Schedules for approval

The Putnam County Board of Tax Assessors unanimously approved a voluntary breach of a CUV covenant (4061-007) based on taxpayer age, with no penalty, under OCGA 48-5-7.4 (q) (3). The board also unanimously approved the 2021 Residential Schedule and Accessory Schedule. Minutes from the January 12, 2021 meeting were approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from January 12, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved voluntary breach of CUV covenant 4061-007 with no penalty (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 Residential Schedule (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 Accessory Schedule (unanimous)

Putnam Development Authority

The Putnam Development Authority is holding a called virtual meeting to approve December 2020 and January 2021 financials, hear an announcement from Bluestem, and approve the 2021 meeting schedule. The agenda is mostly routine administrative items.

• Approval of December 2020 financials
• Approval of January 2021 financials
• Bluestem announcement
• Approval of 2021 PDA meeting schedule

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, alcohol licenses, and a probation services agreement. They will also vote on allowing employees to convert excess vacation leave into retirement plans, proceeding with engineering for a right turn lane on Dennis Station Road, and authorizing a settlement agreement with Pittman Construction Company.

• Approval of 2021 Alcohol Licenses
• Authorization for Chairman to sign Judicial Alternatives of Georgia Probation Services Agreement
• Approval to allow employees to convert vacation leave in excess of 240 hours into a 401/457 Plan
• Request to proceed with engineering and construction of right turn lane on Dennis Station Road
• Authorization for Chairman to sign Settlement Agreement with Pittman Construction Company

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners is holding a board retreat on Friday, February 5, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. at the Putnam County Administration Building, Room 204, 117 Putnam Drive, Eatonton. The agenda contains no listed discussion items or decisions, only the retreat notice.

• Board retreat scheduled for Feb. 5, 2021, 1:00 p.m.
• Location: Putnam County Administration Building, Room 204, 117 Putnam Drive, Eatonton, GA

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners met for a retreat on February 5, 2021, to discuss voting, motions, agendas, meeting protocol, email etiquette, redistricting, and LOST negotiations. No formal action was taken during the retreat.

• Retreat held; no action taken

Technical Review Committee

The Putnam County Technical Review Committee will hold two preliminary plat review meetings on February 4, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. in the Putnam County Administration Building, Room 203. The committee will consider a request by Sara Shirk, agent for Henry Property Group, LLC, for preliminary plat approval of Phase Blue Heron Cove on Crane Lane, a 5.03-acre development with 37 townhouses on Map 102A, Parcel 051, zoned RM-2. It will also consider a request by Rick McAllister, agent for Seed Orchard, LLC, for preliminary plat approval of Section H-Spirit Run in Cuscowilla on Lake Oconee, an 8.41-acre development with 15 single-family lots on Map 103B, Parcel 100-10015, zoned RM-3. The meeting is held pursuant to O.C.G.A. Chapter 36-66.

• Preliminary plat review for Blue Heron Cove: 37 townhouses on 5.03 acres, Crane Lane
• Preliminary plat review for Spirit Run Section H: 15 single-family lots on 8.41 acres, Cuscowilla
• Both requests are for preliminary plat approval only, not final approval
• Meeting at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., Putnam County Administration Building, Room 203
• ADA accommodations available with three business days' notice

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Putnam County Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to consider two side yard setback variance requests, one from Mark B. and Kecia M. Kearsley for property at 127 Lakemore Drive and another from Leslie S. Albrecht for 148 Long Island Drive, which the applicant has asked to withdraw without prejudice. A third request by Wayne Sandbo for 350 Shelton Drive has been removed from the agenda. The commission will also vote on approving the minutes from its January 7, 2021 meeting.

• Side yard setback variance request by Mark B. & Kecia M. Kearsley at 127 Lakemore Drive (R-1 zoning, Map 103A, Parcel 012, District 3)
• Withdrawal without prejudice of Leslie S. Albrecht's side yard setback variance request at 148 Long Island Drive (R-1R zoning, Map 122A, Parcel 072, District 3)
• Removal of Wayne Sandbo's side yard setback variance request at 350 Shelton Drive (R-2 zoning, Map 057C, Parcel 249, District 4)
• Approval of minutes from January 7, 2021 meeting

The Putnam County Planning & Zoning Commission approved a withdrawal without prejudice for a variance request at 148 Long Island Drive, approved a side yard setback variance for 127 Lakemore Drive, and removed a request for 350 Shelton Drive from the agenda. All votes were unanimous among the four eligible voting members.

• Approved withdrawal without prejudice of Leslie S. Albrecht's variance request at 148 Long Island Drive (4-0)
• Approved 8.99-foot side yard setback variance for Mark B. & Kecia M. Kearsley at 127 Lakemore Drive (4-0)
• Removed Wayne Sandbo's variance request at 350 Shelton Drive from the agenda

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners is holding a called meeting with a single substantive item: discussion and possible action concerning PGH's financials. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including call to order, pledge, and adjournment. The board also notes it may continue the meeting or enter executive session under certain conditions.

• Discussion and possible action on PGH's financials
• Meeting may be continued if attendance exceeds legal limits
• Board may vote to enter executive session on exempt matters

The Board of Commissioners voted to continue the annual subsidy to Putnam General Hospital (PGH) at $400,000 per year, with the first quarter already paid. The vote was 4-0, with Chairman Webster not voting. The board also discussed a potential loan participation to help pay down PGH's debt, but took no action, requesting a formal proposal from the hospital.

• Continued PGH subsidy at $400,000/year (4-0)
• Deferred decision on loan participation pending formal proposal from PGH

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners is holding a called meeting on January 22, 2021, at 2:00 PM. The main item of business is a vote on approving a settlement agreement with Anchors Marina. The agenda also includes standard opening procedures and adjournment.

• Approval of the Settlement Agreement with Anchors Marina
• Call to Order
• Pledge of Allegiance
• Adjournment

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners approved a settlement agreement with Anchors Marina (1054 Lake Oconee Parkway LLC) regarding a temporary certificate of occupancy for a boat storage facility, and allowed a scheduled event at the same location to proceed without a special event permit, subject to county staff and Sheriff Sills' regulations. Both motions passed 3-1, with Commissioner McElhenney voting nay. The meeting was called and adjourned in about 15 minutes.

• Authorized Chairman to sign Release and Settlement Agreement with Anchors Marina (3-1)
• Allowed Jan 23-24 event at 1054 Lake Oconee Parkway without special event permit, subject to county staff and Sheriff Sills' regulations (3-1)

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on two rezoning requests, both tabled from a previous meeting. The board will also consider approving the agenda, minutes, and 2021 alcohol licenses, and may authorize scheduling a public hearing on proposed code changes. The meeting includes public comments and reports from county staff.

• Rezone 5.00 acres from AG-2 to C-2 at 931 Pea Ridge Road (Map 092, Parcel 017001001)
• Rezone 2.76 acres from C-1 to C-2 on Greensboro Road (Map 103A, Parcel 062)
• Approval of 2021 Alcohol License
• Authorization to schedule public hearing on code changes (Alcohol, Zoning, Short Term Vacation Rental)
• Public comments and reports from County Manager and Attorney

The board denied a request to rezone 5 acres at 931 Pea Ridge Road from AG-2 to C-2, despite staff recommending approval to C-1 with conditions. They approved a separate request to rezone 2.76 acres on Greensboro Road from C-1 to C-2 with conditions limiting use to boat and trailer sales and service. The board also authorized scheduling a public hearing for proposed changes to county ordinances regarding alcohol, zoning, and short-term vacation rentals.

• Denied rezoning of 5 acres at 931 Pea Ridge Road from AG-2 to C-2 (3-1, 1 abstention)
• Approved rezoning of 2.76 acres on Greensboro Road from C-1 to C-2 with conditions (4-0)
• Authorized scheduling public hearing for proposed changes to Chapter 6 (Alcohol), Chapter 66 (Zoning), and Appendix D (Short Term Vacation Rental) (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda items a and b (minutes of Jan 8 and Jan 11 meetings) (4-0)
• Removed item 8c (2021 Alcohol Licenses) from agenda

Board of Assessors

The Putnam County Board of Assessors will hold its regular meeting to elect a chairman, vice-chair, and secretary for 2021, approve the December 2020 minutes, and discuss new business including a settlement conference, taxpayer correspondence, a tax exemption request, and updates on 2020 appeals and 2021 sales ratios.

• Elect Chairman, Vice-Chair, and Secretary for 2021
• Settlement Conference (#102A-051-001)
• Review request for Tax Exempt Status (#074-001)
• Update on 2020 Appeals
• 2021 Sales Ratios

Putnam Development Authority

The Putnam Development Authority's January 2021 meeting has been cancelled. The agenda text consists solely of standard procedural notices about meeting continuation, public access, executive sessions, and ADA accommodations, with no substantive items for discussion or decision.

• January 2021 meeting cancelled

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners is holding a called meeting with one substantive item: an appeal by 1054 Lake Oconee Parkway LLC, doing business as Anchors Marina, against the Fire Chief's administrative decision requiring a fire suppression system at the marina. The rest of the agenda is procedural, covering the call to order, pledge, and adjournment.

• Appeal by 1054 Lake Oconee Parkway LLC dba/Anchors Marina to the Fire Chief Administrative Decision to require a fire suppression system at Anchors Marina

The Board of Commissioners heard an appeal from 1054 Lake Oconee Parkway LLC (Anchors Marina) against the Fire Chief's decision requiring a fire suppression system. After testimony and public comment, a motion to allow a certificate of occupancy consistent with a Life Safety Consulting letter failed on a 2-2 tie vote, which resulted in denial of the appeal. The meeting adjourned afterward.

• Appeal by Anchors Marina denied on 2-2 tie vote (Brown, Sharp yea; Webster, Wooten nay)
• Motion to accept appeal based on Exhibit D failed to pass
• Amended motion to allow CO for fire protection systems per Life Safety Consulting letter failed on tie vote
• Meeting adjourned at 4:37 p.m.

Sinclair Water Authority

The Sinclair Water Authority is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, covering approval of prior minutes, a manager's update, plant production and financial reports, and the introduction of new board members. No major policy decisions or contracts are listed for this meeting.

• Approval of minutes from November 9, 2020 regular meeting
• Introduction of new board members
• Manager's update and report
• Plant production reports
• Financial reports

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with public comments, consent agenda items, and several appointments. Key items include a request for a use variance for a standalone garage apartment at 155 Rock Springs Road, discussion on continuing the Putnam General Hospital subsidy, and appointments to various boards and positions.

• Use variance request by Jeffery K. Tays for a standalone garage apartment at 155 Rock Springs Road (R-1R zoning)
• Discussion and possible action on continuing Putnam General Hospital subsidy
• Resolutions authorizing Tax Commissioner to receive funds, waive penalties/interest, and set property tax due date
• Appointments: BOC Vice-Chairman, Middle Georgia Regional Commission, Hospital Authority Liaison, County Clerk, County Attorney, Sinclair Water Authority, Planning & Zoning Commission
• Special presentations: Alice Walker Books, Chamber of Commerce report, Georgia Public Safety Training Center recognition

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Putnam County Planning & Zoning Commission will consider two side yard setback variance requests at its January 7, 2021 meeting. One request has been withdrawn and another removed from the agenda. The commission will also approve minutes from its December 3, 2020 meeting.

• Side yard setback variance request by James Pawson at 117 Lake Forest Drive (R-1R zoning) — withdrawn without prejudice
• Side yard setback variance request by Michael & DeeAnna May at 115 Little Riverview Road (R-2 zoning)
• Side yard setback variance request by Henry Darby for Preston Wilder at 167 Thunder Road (R-1 zoning) — removed from agenda
• Approval of minutes from December 3, 2020 meeting