Putnam County public meetings in 2022
48 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for property on Harmony Road. The meeting also includes the approval of 2023 alcohol licenses and several right-of-way permit requests.
- Rezoning request for 2.95 acres at 820 Harmony Road from AG to C-2
- Approval of 2023 Alcohol Licenses
- Right-of-Way permits for Windstream Georgia at multiple locations including Burtom Road SW and Twin Bridges Road
- Right-of-Way permit request for Tom Frey at Lakemore Drive
The Board of Commissioners approved a conditional rezoning request for a parcel on Harmony Road and granted several utility right-of-way permits. One individual request for a right-of-way permit was denied. The meeting included a special presentation marking Chairman Billy Webster's retirement.
- Approved rezoning of 2.95 acres at 820 Harmony Road from AG to C-2 with three conditions (4-0)
- Approved December 2, 2022 Regular and Executive Session minutes (4-0)
- Approved 2023 Alcohol Licenses (4-0)
- Approved Windstream Georgia right-of-way permits for multiple roads, excluding Shoals Point (4-0)
- Approved Georgia Windstream right-of-way permit for Twin Bridges Road (4-0)
- Denied Tom Frey's right-of-way permit request for Lakemore Drive (3-1)
Board of Assessors
The Putnam County Board of Tax Assessors will meet to conduct settlement conferences and review taxpayer correspondence. The board will also evaluate Homestead Applications for 100% disabled veterans and a CUVA breach. A key action item is the review and approval of the 2023 Mobile Home Digest.
- Settlement Conferences #104A-091 and #109B-035
- Review of Homestead Applications for 100% Disabled Veterans
- Review of CUVA Breach #102-003
- CUVA Consent Agenda
- Review and approval of 2023 Mobile Home Digest
The Board approved the 2023 Mobile Home Digest and changed policy to use the cost method for mobile home valuations. The board also ruled on several tax parcel settlements and approved homestead exemptions for disabled veterans.
- Approved cost method of valuation for mobile homes (Unanimous)
- Approved 2023 Mobile Home Digest (Unanimous)
- Denied settlement for parcel #104A-091 (Unanimous)
- Determined no settlement for parcel #109B-035 due to absence (Unanimous)
- Approved F5 homestead for parcels #087A-008 and #120A-026 (Unanimous)
- Approved breach with penalty letter for parcel #102-003 (Unanimous)
- Approved breach without penalty and covenant release for parcel #107-004 (Unanimous)
- Rescheduled settlement conference for parcel #071A-098 to January 2023 (Unanimous)
Putnam Development Authority
The Putnam Development Authority will meet to approve November 2022 financials and the 2023 meeting schedule. The agenda includes bid openings and presentations, as well as a potential executive session for personnel, litigation, or real estate matters.
- Approval of 2023 PDA Meeting Schedule
- Bid Opening/Presentations
- Approval of November 2022 Financials
The Authority approved the November 2022 financials and established a monthly meeting schedule for 2023. One bid was received for the Historic Eatonton Hotel, which is currently under review.
- Approved November 8, 2022 Regular and Executive Session Minutes (4-0)
- Approved November 2022 Financials (5-0)
- Approved 2023 meeting schedule for the second Tuesday of each month at 1 p.m. (5-0)
- Entered Executive Session for Real Estate and Personnel (5-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding proposed changes to Chapter 66 (Zoning) of the County Code of Ordinances. The body will also consider 2023 alcohol licenses and a Board of Health appointment.
- Public hearing on proposed changes to Code of Ordinances Chapter 66 (Zoning)
- Approval of 2023 Alcohol Licenses
- Appointment to the Putnam County Board of Health
- Approval of 2023 BOC Meeting Schedule
- Retirement Proclamation for Bob Rogers
The Board of Commissioners approved changes to Chapter 66 (Zoning) of the County Code of Ordinances. Other actions included approving 2023 alcohol licenses and appointing a member to the Board of Health.
- Adopted changes to Putnam County Code of Ordinances – Chapter 66 (Zoning) (4-0)
- Approved 2023 Alcohol Licenses (4-0)
- Appointed Yvonne Harrell to the Putnam County Board of Health (4-0)
- Approved 2023 BOC Meeting Schedule (4-0)
- Approved November 15, 2022 Regular and Executive Session minutes (4-0)
- Authorized Chairman to sign Executive Session affidavit regarding real estate (4-0)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Putnam County Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss a rezoning request. The commission will also review the minutes from the November 03, 2022 meeting.
- Request by North Georgia Marine, agent for Tempy Sharpe, to rezone 2.95 acres at 820 Harmony Road from AG to C-2
The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a request to rezone 2.95 acres at 820 Harmony Road from AG to C-2. The approval includes conditions regarding a 50-foot buffer, parcel combination, and plat recordation. The commission also approved the minutes from the November 03, 2022 meeting.
- Approved November 03, 2022 minutes (4-0)
- Approved rezoning of 2.95 acres at 820 Harmony Road from AG to C-2 with three conditions (4-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on two property rezoning requests. The body will also consider a request to change local legislation regarding the number of Magistrate Judges.
- Rezoning request for 31.98 acres at 1261 Crooked Creek Road from R-2 to AG
- Rezoning request for 12.42 acres at 140 Sammons Parkway from C-2 to I-M
- Request by Magistrate Judge Dorothy Adams to change legislation on the number of Magistrate Judges
- Approval of 2022 and 2023 Alcohol Licenses
The Board of Commissioners approved two property rezoning requests and the consent agenda, which included alcohol licenses. A request to change legislation regarding the number of Magistrate Judges failed due to a lack of motion. No final action was taken following an executive session regarding real estate.
- Approved rezoning 31.98 acres at 1261 Crooked Creek Road from R-2 to AG with specific use restrictions (4-0)
- Approved rezoning 12.42 acres at 140 Sammons Parkway from C-2 to I-M (4-0)
- Approved November 4, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved 2022 and 2023 alcohol licenses (4-0)
- Request to change legislation regarding number of Magistrate Judges died for lack of motion
Sinclair Water Authority
The Sinclair Water Authority will meet to discuss county water rates and a retirement plan termination. The body will also consider amendments to the ESG Operations management contract and approve schedules for 2023.
- County Water Rate Discussion
- Amendments to ESG Operations' Management Contract
- Retirement Plan Termination Discussion
- 2023 SWA Production Estimate Report for Baldwin/Putnam Counties
- SWA Audit Discussion with Sandy Gregory
The Authority approved a 6% rate increase for Baldwin and Putnam counties effective January 1, 2023. The board also approved the 2023 meeting schedule and an amendment to the ESG Operations management contract.
- Increased current cost to Baldwin and Putnam counties by 6% effective Jan 1, 2023 (5-0)
- Approved Amendment No. 1 to the ESG Operations, LLC management contract (5-0)
- Approved 2023 SWA Meeting Schedule (5-0)
- Approved September 12, 2022 Regular Meeting Minutes (5-0)
Putnam Development Authority
The Putnam Development Authority will meet to review financial reports and the Economic Development Director's report. The body is considering approval to apply for a rezoning of the Old Hotel Eatonton.
- Approval to apply to rezone Old Hotel Eatonton from Public to Commercial
The Authority approved the meeting minutes and financial reports from October 2022. No action was taken regarding the rezoning of the Old Hotel Eatonton. The board entered an executive session for litigation and real estate, but no action resulted from that session.
- Approved October 11, 2022 Regular and Executive Session Minutes (3-0)
- Approved October 2022 Financials (4-0)
- No action taken on rezoning Old Hotel Eatonton from Public to Commercial
- Entered Executive Session for Litigation and Real Estate (4-0)
- No action taken resulting from Executive Session
Board of Assessors
The Putnam County Board of Tax Assessors will meet to conduct settlement conferences and review taxpayer correspondence. The board will decide on 2022 public utility values and approve appraisal schedules for 2023 marine equipment and manufactured housing.
- Settlement conferences for #071A-098 and #104A-091
- Review of Exempt Property Application #103-001
- Approval of 2022 Public Utility Values
- Approval of 2023 ABOS Schedules for marine equipment re-appraisal
- Approval of 2023 NADA Schedules for pre-billed manufactured housing re-appraisal
The Board of Tax Assessors approved 2022 Public Utility Values and 2023 Marine Equipment reappraisals. The board also resolved several property appeals and denied one exempt property request for a 501(c) organization.
- Approved October 11, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Rescinded motion to breach covenant for parcel #059-012 (unanimous)
- Accepted Appeal Waiver & Release requests for parcels #059-019 and #126B-053 (unanimous)
- Approved S5 homestead for parcels #056C-133-001 and #083-001-027 (unanimous)
- Denied exempt property request for parcel #103-001 (unanimous)
- Approved 2022 Public Utility Values and mailing of notices (unanimous)
- Approved 2023 ABOS schedules and Marine Equipment reappraisal (unanimous)
- Tabled Review of Policy and Procedures and 2023 NADA schedules
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to review a budget amendment for FY2022 and a contract for landfill supplemental maintenance grading. The body is also considering alcohol licenses for 2023 and a right-of-way permit for the City of Eatonton Gas Department.
- Approval of FY2022 Budget Amendment #2
- Awarding of Solicitation 22-42001-002 Landfill Supplemental Maintenance Grading
- Approval of 2023 Alcohol Licenses
- Right-of-Way Permit Application from the City of Eatonton Gas Department
- Ratification of Fire Truck Purchase
The Board of Commissioners approved a budget amendment and a right-of-way permit for the City of Eatonton Gas Department. They also awarded a landfill grading contract and ratified a fire truck purchase.
- Awarded Solicitation 22-42001-002 Landfill Supplemental Maintenance Grading to Peed Brothers for $1,278,530.17
- Approved FY2022 Budget Amendment #2
- Approved Right-of-Way Permit Application from the City of Eatonton Gas Department
- Ratified fire truck purchase
- Approved 2023 alcohol licenses
- Approved October 18, 2022 meeting minutes
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss two property rezoning requests. These items will subsequently be heard by the Board of Commissioners on November 15, 2022.
- Request by Vernon G. Clark III to rezone 31.98 acres at 1261 Crooked Creek Road from R-2 to AG
- Request by Precision Landworks, LLC to rezone 12.42 acres at 140 Sammons Parkway from C-2 to I-M
The commission approved rezoning requests for properties on Crooked Creek Road and Sammons Parkway. The decisions allow for a residential homestead with animals and an industrial mulch repurposing operation, respectively.
- Approved September 1, 2022 minutes (4-0)
- Approved rezoning 31.98 acres at 1261 Crooked Creek Road from R-2 to AG with specific buffer and use restrictions (4-0)
- Approved rezoning 12.42 acres at 140 Sammons Parkway from C-2 to I-M (4-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will discuss possible action regarding senior tax relief. The board will also consider authorizing a public hearing for zoning changes to the C-1 Commercial District.
- Discussion and possible action regarding Senior Tax Relief
- Proposed changes to Putnam County Code of Ordinances - Chapter 66 (Zoning) C-1 Commercial District
- Authorization for Chairman to sign a letter supporting the Coalition Against Bigger Trucks
Board of Assessors
The Board of Tax Assessors will meet to review taxpayer correspondence and appeals to the Superior Court. The board will also address settlement conferences and late or invalid appeals.
- Review of CUV Breach #102-003
- Review of Appeal Waiver & Release Requests
- Review of Late/Invalid Appeals
- Review of Policy & Procedures
Putnam Development Authority
The meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. The body will review September 2022 minutes and financials and receive a report from the Economic Development Director.
- Approval of September 13, 2022 meeting minutes
- Approval of September 2022 financials
- Economic Development Director Report
- Potential executive session for personnel, litigation, or real estate
Board of Commissioners
The Putnam County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss updates to the Environmental Health Food Service fee structure. The board is also reviewing a probation services agreement and a grant application for rural transit.
- Approval of Change to the Environmental Health Food Service Fee Structure
- Authorization for Chairman to sign Probation Services Agreement between Judicial Alternatives of Georgia (JAG) and Putnam County State Court
- Authorization for Chairman to sign GDOT Section 5311 Program Formula Funds for Rural Transit FY2024 Grant Application
- Appointment to the Department of Family and Children Services Board
Planning & Zoning Commission
There is no regularly scheduled meeting for the Putnam County Planning & Development commission this month.
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for a property on Briarpatch Road. The meeting also includes votes on a transit bus and a right-of-way permit.
- Rezoning request for 0.94 acres at 114 Briarpatch Road from R-2 to C-1
- Approval of Fourth Transit Bus
- Right-of-Way Permit Application from Phillips and Jordan, Inc.
- Authorization for Chairman to sign GSIWCF and IRMA Safety Discount Verification Forms
Putnam Development Authority
The Putnam Development Authority will review an RFP for the Old Hotel Eatonton and discuss maintenance regarding kudzu at CGTC. The body is also considering the termination of bond documents related to Legacy Housing.
- Approval of RFP for the Old Hotel Eatonton
- CGTC maintenance regarding kudzu
- Authorization to sign documents for Legacy Housing's exercise of option to terminate bond lease and bond documents
- Resolution authorizing the execution of a Termination of Bond Documents
- Approval of August 2022 financials
Board of Assessors
The Board of Tax Assessors will meet to review taxpayer correspondence and specific late or invalid appeals. The body will also process applications for homestead exemptions and Conservation Use Value (CUV) status.
- Review of late/invalid appeals #062-031-003 and #062-031-008
- Review of Appeal Waiver & Release Requests
- Review of CUV Applications and potential CUV Breaches
- Review of Homestead Applications
- Review of 2020 and 2022 Qualified Timberland Property
Sinclair Water Authority
The Sinclair Water Authority will review the 2023 operating budget and discuss a 2023 GEFA loan. The body will also receive updates on an ARPA application and review the Fiscal Year 2021 audit.
- 2023 SWA Operating Budget presentation and discussion
- 2023 GEFA Loan discussion
- ARPA Application update
- Approval of the Fiscal Year 2021 Audit
- Discussion of external contracted CPA role
Technical Review Committee
The Technical Review Committee is meeting to consider a request from The Verde Corporation and James Jenkins. The request concerns a preliminary plat approval for a development on Greenway Drive.
- Preliminary plat approval for Plantation Pines Business Park, Phase 3 on Greenway Drive
- Proposed development of three industrial parcels on 31.89 acres (Map 086, Parcel 005)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss the proposed 2022 mill rate. The meeting includes a presentation by staff and a public hearing for comments.
- Public hearing on the proposed 2022 mill rate
Board of Assessors
The Board of Assessors is meeting to process 2022 tax appeals, including the review of appraisals and waiver requests. The board will also review 2021 and 2022 sales and internal ratios and approve the mailing of notices to taxpayers.
- Review of 2022 Appeals and submitted appraisals
- Approval of 2nd Notices (30 Day) and "No Change" Notices
- Review of 2021 DOAA Sales Ratios
- Review of 2022 Final Internal Ratios
- Review of Homestead Applications
Putnam Development Authority
The agenda consists of procedural items including the approval of July 2022 minutes and financials. There is no regular business listed for this meeting.
- Approval of July 21, 2022 meeting minutes
- Approval of July 2022 financials
- Economic Development Director Report
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a special called public hearing. The body will consider a request to change the zoning of a specific property from agricultural to commercial.
- Request by Robert J Haynie III (agent for William & Barbara Vargo) to rezone 9.0 acres at 860 Harmony Road from AG to C-2
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed 2022 mill rate and conduct a budget work session. The meeting also includes a regular business session to address land parcels and road acceptance.
- Public hearing on Proposed 2022 Mill Rate
- Approval of 2022 Alcohol License(s)
- Request to write-off uncollectable accounts from Tax Commissioner
- Approval to surplus Parcel #058A192 on W Daylight Drive
- Request for road acceptance of Oakwood Drive
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Putnam County Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider conditional use requests for properties on Greensboro Road and Emory Drive. These requests impact specific parcels in District 1 and District 4.
- Conditional use request by Chad Smith for 938 Greensboro Road
- Conditional use request by Adam Schulze for Emory Dr. (Parcel 001045 001)
- Conditional use request by Adam Schulze for Emory Dr. (Parcel 001045 002)
- Conditional use request by Adam Schulze for Emory Dr. (Parcel 001045 003)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss the Community Work Program as part of the Comprehensive Plan. The session includes a discussion with the Middle Georgia Regional Commission.
- Discussion with Middle Georgia Regional Commission regarding the Community Work Program
Putnam Development Authority
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The body will review minutes from June 7, 2022, and approve June 2022 financials.
- Approval of June 7, 2022 Regular Meeting minutes
- Approval of June 7, 2022 Executive Session minutes
- Approval of June 2022 financials
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding updates to the County Code of Ordinances. The meeting includes decisions on ambulance solicitations and a request to begin road abandonment for Battlesmith Road.
- Proposed changes to Code of Ordinances Chapter 28 (Development Regulations) and Chapter 32 (Fire Protection and Prevention)
- Request to begin road abandonment process for Battlesmith Road
- Awarding of Solicitation 22-36001-001 Ambulance
- Awarding of Solicitation 22-36001-002 Ambulance Remount
- Withdrawal requests for zoning items at 368 Harmony Road and 230 Quesenberry Drive
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is meeting for a work session to hold budget discussions. No specific votes or motions are listed on the agenda.
- Budget discussions
Putnam Development Authority
The regular business meeting of the Putnam Development Authority scheduled for July 12, 2022, has been cancelled.
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is meeting for a work session to conduct budget discussions. No specific votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Budget discussions
Sinclair Water Authority
The Sinclair Water Authority will review operations, financial reports, and plant production. The meeting includes discussions regarding the effects of inflation on 2023 rates and Baldwin water discoloration.
- Discussion of effects of inflation on 2023 rates
- Discussion on Baldwin water discoloration
- Discussion on chemical costs
- Operations report presented by ESG, Inc.
Planning & Zoning Commission
The commission is scheduled to review requests for conditional use and rezoning. However, the applicants for the Harmony Road and Quesenberry Drive requests have asked to withdraw their items, and the Briarpatch Road item was removed by staff.
- Withdrawal request by Rocker Construction, Inc. for conditional use at 368 Harmony Road
- Withdrawal request by William & Barbara Vargo to rezone 10.60 acres at 230 Quesenberry Drive from R-1 to AG
- Removal from agenda by staff of the request by JPC Design and Const. LLC to rezone 0.94 acres at 114 Briarpatch Road from R-2 to C-1
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding proposed changes to Chapter 28 of the Code of Ordinances. The board will also consider a right-of-way permit and appointments to the Board of Assessors.
- Public hearing on proposed changes to Code of Ordinances Chapter 28 (Development Regulations)
- Right-of-Way Permit Application from Southern Company
- Approval of 2022 Alcohol License
- Appointments to the Board of Assessors
- Special presentation by ESG Engineering
Board of Commissioners
The Board will consider several zoning requests and administrative authorizations. Items include rezoning land on Edward Reaves Road and potential road abandonment processes.
- Rezoning request for 13.51 acres on Edward Reaves Road from AG to R-1
- Withdrawal request for rezoning 0.94 acres at 114 Briarpatch Road
- Conditional use request for 170 Scott Road
- Proposed changes to Chapter 28 and Chapter 32 of the County Code of Ordinances
- Road abandonment process for Dennis Station Lane, McDade Road, and Battlesmith Road
Board of Assessors
The Board of Tax Assessors will meet to approve 2022 personal property values and the mailing of assessment notices. The board will also review timber harvest values and the 2022-2023 preliminary budget.
- Approval of 2022 Personal Property Values
- Approval of 2022 Timber Harvest Values
- Review of 2022-2023 Preliminary Budget
- Review of CUV/FLPA and Homestead (F5) applications
- Status report on 2022 appeals
Putnam Development Authority
The Putnam Development Authority will meet to approve the May 2022 minutes and financials. The agenda includes a budget request to the County and an Executive Director report.
- Approval of May 10, 2022 meeting minutes
- Approval of May 2022 financials
- Approval of Budget Request to County
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss various administrative approvals and appointments. A key item includes authorizing a public hearing for proposed changes to the County Code of Ordinances regarding development regulations.
- Proposed changes to Putnam County Code of Ordinances - Chapter 28 (Development Regulations)
- Awarding of Solicitation 22-04-21 Bethel Church Road Waterline Relocation
- Right-of-Way Permit Application from AT&T
- Approval of 2022 Alcohol License(s)
- Georgia Indigent Defense Services Agreement signature authorization
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Commission will review requests regarding land rezoning and a conditional use application. These items are scheduled to be heard by the Board of Commissioners on June 21, 2022.
- Rezoning request for 13.51 acres on Edward Reaves Road from AG to R-1
- Withdrawal request for rezoning 0.94 acres at 114 Briarpatch Road from R-2 to C-1
- Conditional use request for 170 Scott Road
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to consider a request from LA Development LLC. The item involves an appeal of a Planning and Zoning Commission decision regarding a property at 163 Overlook Drive.
- Appeal by LA Development LLC for 163 Overlook Drive (currently zoned AG)
Technical Review Committee
The Technical Review Committee is reviewing a request from agent Rick McAllister for Kingston Ranch, LLC. The proposal involves a preliminary plat for a 270.4-acre development on Marshall Road consisting of single-family and multi-family parcels.
- Preliminary plat approval for Kingston on Lake Oconee on Marshall Road
- Proposed 270.4-acre development of single-family and multi-family parcels
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on three rezoning requests for properties on Harmony Road and Emory Drive SE. The body is also considering a budget amendment and the awarding of a solicitation for a Fire Station & EMS Facility.
- Rezoning request for 19.45 acres at 842 Harmony Road from AG to C-2 and 20.80 acres from AG to RM-3
- Rezoning requests for three parcels on Emory Drive SE from R-1 to AG
- Awarding of Solicitation 22-35001-001 for Fire Station & EMS Facility
- Approval of 2022 Budget Amendment #1
- Authorization to establish a Capital Projects Fund
Board of Assessors
The Board is scheduled to review and approve 2022 real property values and the mailing of assessment notices. The meeting also includes reviews of timber harvest values, homestead removals, and land schedules.
- Review/Approve 2022 Timber Harvest Values
- Review 2022 CUVA/FLPA Applications
- Review Requests for Historic Preservation Exemption (E005-191 & E006-048)
- Review 2022 Homestead Removals
- Approve 2022 Real Property Values and assessment notice mailing
Putnam Development Authority
The Putnam Development Authority will meet to approve April 2022 minutes and financials. The body will receive a branding update from Jim Stone and may enter an executive session regarding personnel, litigation, or real estate.
- Branding update from Jim Stone
Sinclair Water Authority
The Sinclair Water Authority will review operational reports, plant production, and financial updates. The meeting includes discussions on membrane replacement delivery and funds allocated to the authority by counties.
- Action on Capital Projects projections
- Discussion on Membrane Replacement Delivery
- Update on funds allocated to SWA by counties
- Review of 2021 CCR
- Discussion on Low Chlorine Levels
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to award a solicitation for the resurfacing of Pea Ridge Road. The body will also consider the approval of employee insurance benefits and a safety grant application.
- Awarding of Solicitation 22-42001-001 Pea Ridge Road Resurfacing
- Approval of Employee Insurance Benefits
- Authorization for Chairman to sign ACCG-GSIWCF Employee Safety Grant Application