Putnam County public meetings in 2024

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning change for a large parcel of land. The meeting also includes a short-term rental license appeal and the awarding of a road resurfacing contract.

• Request to rezone 150 acres at 612 Sparta Highway from AG to C-2
• Awarding of Solicitation 24-42001-002 for 2024 Putnam County SPLOST Road Resurfacing
• Appeal by John Crochet regarding a Short Term Rental License decision
• 2025 Contract between Putnam County and Eatonton-Putnam Chamber of Commerce
• 2024 Alcohol License for Pals Watering Hole

Jimmy Davis Park Partnership Advisory Committee

The Jimmy Davis Park Partnership Advisory Board will meet to discuss the response from County Commissioners regarding the board's submitted Three-Year Plan. The meeting also includes staff reports and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Response from County Commissioners on Three-Year Plan submitted by Jimmy Davis Park Partnership Advisory Board
• Approval of October 8, 2024 meeting minutes

Sinclair Water Authority

The Sinclair Water Authority held a called meeting on December 10, 2024. The agenda included routine items such as call to order, agenda approval, and public participation. The primary substantive item was a discussion of disinfection by-products. The board scheduled its next meeting for January 13, 2025.

• Disinfection by-products discussion
• Next meeting scheduled for January 13, 2025

Putnam Development Authority

The Putnam Development Authority's regular business meeting scheduled for Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. has been cancelled. No agenda items will be discussed or decided at this time. The cancellation means no public or executive session actions will occur.

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to review taxpayer correspondence, homestead applications, and public utility values for 2024. The board will also discuss a new statewide homestead exemption and review specific property requests.

• Settlement Conference for property #074-007-001
• Exempt status requests for #049A-123 and #049B-096
• Review and approval of 2024 Public Utility Values
• Review of 2024 Homestead Applications
• Download of 2025 NADA Schedules for Pre-billed Manufactured Housing

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on proposed changes to Chapter 54 of the county Code of Ordinances (Taxation) and on the abandonment of a portion of Napier Mill Road. The board will also consider several consent agenda items, including agreements with the Georgia Department of Transportation for transit funding, a naming resolution for a crossroads, and a development agreement with The LEN Lake Oconee, LLC. Additional items include approval of minutes, an alcohol license, and the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Public hearing on proposed adoption of changes to Putnam County Code of Ordinances – Chapter 54 (Taxation)
• Public hearing on proposed abandonment of a portion of Napier Mill Road
• Authorization for Chairman to sign agreement between Putnam County Transit and Georgia Department of Transportation for Transit Trust Fund Program allocation
• Authorization for Chairman to sign resolution naming the crossroads at Pea Ridge Road and Oconee Springs Road Beall's Crossing
• Authorization for Chairman to sign development agreement between Putnam County and The LEN Lake Oconee, LLC

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Putnam County Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Dec. 5, 2024. It will consider two setback variance requests—one for 101 Emory Drive and one for 407 East River Bend Drive—and a rezoning request for 150 acres at 612 Sparta Hwy. The rezoning request will be forwarded to the Board of Commissioners for a hearing on Dec. 17, 2024.

• Side‑yard setback variance request for 101 Emory Drive (currently zoned R‑2)
• Rear and side‑yard setback variance request for 407 East River Bend Drive (currently zoned R‑1R) – tabled from 11‑7‑2024
• Rezoning request for 150 acres at 612 Sparta Hwy from AG to C‑2
• Approval of minutes from 10‑3‑24 and 11‑7‑24
• Board of Commissioners hearing scheduled for Dec. 17, 2024 on rezoning items

Board of Commissioners

At the November 19 meeting, the Putnam County Board of Commissioners will consider several consent‑agenda items, including approval of minutes from recent meetings and the 2024 alcohol licenses. Commissioners will also hear a request for final plat subdivision approval for The Lake Village at Cuscowilla. The board will vote on Budget Amendment #4, which modifies the county’s budget.

• Approve minutes from November 1 regular and executive sessions and November 7 called meeting
• Approve 2024 alcohol licenses
• Review final plat subdivision request for The Lake Village at Cuscowilla
• Approve Budget Amendment #4
• Public comments

Putnam Development Authority

The Putnam Development Authority will approve its October 2024 financials and ratify a release of securities pledged with Farmers & Merchants Bank. The meeting will also include a presentation on the ACT WorkKeys program and a report from the Economic Development Director.

• Approval of October 2024 financials
• Ratification of release of securities pledged with Farmers & Merchants Bank
• Presentation by Paul Allen regarding ACT WorkKeys program
• Economic Development Director Report
• Potential executive session for personnel, litigation, or real estate

Board of Assessors

The Board of Tax Assessors will meet to review taxpayer correspondence and 2024 homestead applications. The board will also address appeal waivers, releases, and appeals sent to Superior Court.

• Approval of 2025 ABOS Schedules and re-appraisal of all marine equipment for the 2025 tax year
• Review of 2024 Homestead Applications
• Review of Appeal Waiver & Releases
• Review of request to continue appeal to Superior Court (#074-007-001)
• Review of appeals received past the deadline

Sinclair Water Authority

The Sinclair Water Authority Board will discuss and vote on several items. These include the recommendation to award contract GEMA HMGP 4400-0066, approval of the FY 2025 operations budget, and adoption of the 2025 holiday and board meeting schedules. The meeting also includes routine reports on plant production, finances, and board member updates.

• Recommendation to award contract GEMA HMGP 4400-0066 – discussion/approval
• FY 2025 Operations Budget – discussion/approval
• 2025 Holiday Schedule – discussion/approval
• 2025 Board Meeting Schedule – discussion/approval
• Operations Report presented by ESG, Inc.

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners will hold a called meeting to discuss a development agreement with Shaifer Partners LLC. The meeting is scheduled for 10:00 AM on November 7, 2024, at the Putnam County Administration Building.

• Discussion on development agreement with Shaifer Partners LLC
• Called meeting scheduled for November 7, 2024
• Meeting location: Putnam County Administration Building – Room 204

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Putnam County Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on November 7, 2024 at 6:30 PM in Room 203 of the Putnam County Administration Building. The hearing will consider a variance request by Jennifer Bass and James Walker Jr. for a rear and side yard setback at 407 East River Bend Drive, which is currently zoned R‑1R (Map 120B, Parcel 004, District 3). The agenda also includes approval of the minutes from the October 3, 2024 meeting.

• Variance request by Jennifer Bass and James Walker Jr. for rear and side yard setback at 407 East River Bend Drive (zoned R‑1R, Map 120B, Parcel 004, District 3)

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners will consider several agenda items, including approving the minutes from the October 15, 2024 meeting, adopting Budget Amendment #3, and authorizing the purchase of a 2021 LeeBoy 8530 for Public Works. The board will also authorize staff to schedule a public hearing on proposed changes to Chapter 54 of the county code. An executive session will be held for matters involving personnel, litigation, or real estate.

• Approve minutes from the October 15, 2024 regular meeting
• Approve Budget Amendment #3
• Approve purchase of a 2021 LeeBoy 8530 for Public Works
• Authorize scheduling of a public hearing on proposed changes to Chapter 54 of the Putnam County Code of Ordinances
• Enter executive session for personnel, litigation, or real estate matters

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to process taxpayer correspondence and 2024 homestead applications. The board will also review appeal waivers, releases, and appeals received after the deadline.

• Review of 2024 Homestead Applications
• Review of Potential FLPA Breach (#020-032)
• Forwarding of appeals to Clerk of Courts for scheduling
• Update on 2023 appeals to Superior Court

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone 5.44 acres at 133 Whitney Street from R-1R to AG. The agenda also includes approving minutes, 2024 alcohol licenses, and beginning the process for a road abandonment on Napier Mill Road.

• Public hearing: Rezone 5.44 acres at 133 Whitney Street from R-1R to AG
• Approval of 2024 Alcohol Licenses
• Approval of October 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Authorization for Chairman to sign ACCG Safety Discount Verification Form
• Approval to begin process for Road Abandonment on Napier Mill Road

Putnam Development Authority

The Putnam Development Authority will approve the minutes from the September 10, 2024 meeting and the September 2024 financial statements. The Economic Development Director will give a report. The board will address any other business and set items for the next meeting.

• Approval of September 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of September 2024 financial statements

Jimmy Davis Park Partnership Advisory Committee

The Jimmy Davis Park Partnership Advisory Council will meet to continue discussing the three-year work plan for the Jimmy Davis Park Complex. The meeting is called and will be held at 125 Hogan Blvd.

• Discussion on three-year work plan for Jimmy Davis Park Complex
• Meeting at 125 Hogan Blvd, Eatonton, GA 31024

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners will discuss a Chamber of Commerce contract and short‑term rental taxes, and will vote on ratifying a Declaration of Local Emergency. The meeting also includes approval of September meeting minutes and a special proclamation recognizing Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Public comments will be heard before the board adjourns.

• Discussion of Chamber of Commerce contract and short‑term rental taxes
• Ratification of Declaration of Local Emergency
• Approval of September 17, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Approval of September 17, 2024 executive session minutes
• Special presentation: proclamation for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing to consider a left‑side setback variance request for 117 Ashwood Point, currently zoned R‑1. It will also consider a rezoning request to change 5.44 acres at 133 Whitney Street from R‑1R to AG. The meeting will approve the minutes from August 1, 2024. These items will be forwarded to the Board of Commissioners for further hearing on October 15, 2024.

• Setback variance request for left side at 117 Ashwood Point (zoned R‑1) – Map 087B, Parcel 212, District 4.
• Rezoning request for 5.44 acres at 133 Whitney Street from R‑1R to AG – Map 101B, Parcel 095, District 3.
• Approval of minutes from the meeting held on August 1, 2024.

Technical Review Committee

The Putnam County Technical Review Committee will consider a request by Nan Wilcox of Carter Harleroad Group for a pre‑development approval for Old Phoenix Market, LLC. The proposal covers 3.2 acres on Old Phoenix Road and includes a convenience store, a drive‑through restaurant, and a third low‑traffic use on two parcels currently zoned C‑1. The committee will discuss the plan and any related comments before adjourning.

• Request by Nan Wilcox (Carter Harleroad Group) for pre‑development approval for Old Phoenix Market, LLC
• Proposed development of 3.2 acres on Old Phoenix Road
• Planned uses: convenience store, drive‑through restaurant, and a third low‑traffic use
• Parcels 087 and 088, both currently zoned C‑1

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners will consider several consent agenda items, including approval of minutes from the September 6 meeting and a 2024 alcohol license for Yarbrough & Sons and Finish Line Sports Bar. They will authorize the chairman to sign a GDOT-FTA FY2026 Section 5311 program grant application and a 2024 contract with the Eatonton-Putnam Chamber of Commerce dba/Visit Eatonton. The board will also vote to approve a lease agreement for a convenience center on Wards Chapel Road. Public comments and reports from the County Manager and County Attorney will be heard before adjournment.

• Approval of minutes – September 6, 2024 regular meeting
• Approval of 2024 alcohol license – Yarbrough & Sons and Finish Line Sports Bar
• Authorization for chairman to sign GDOT-FTA FY2026 Section 5311 program grant application
• Authorization for chairman to sign 2024 contract with Eatonton-Putnam Chamber of Commerce dba/Visit Eatonton
• Approval of lease agreement for convenience center on Wards Chapel Road

Jimmy Davis Park Partnership Advisory Committee

The Jimmy Davis Park Partnership Advisory Board will adopt prior meeting minutes, receive staff updates, and consider developing a five‑year operational plan for the park. The board may take action on that plan. The meeting also includes routine items such as setting the next meeting date and adjournment.

• Adopt minutes from meetings on April 3, 2024; May 8, 2024; and June 12, 2024
• Adopt the meeting agenda
• Staff reports and updates
• Discussion and possible action on developing a five‑year operational plan for Jimmy Davis Park
• Other matters from advisory board members

Putnam Development Authority

The Putnam Development Authority will meet to approve the minutes and financials from August 2024 and discuss the sale of 10 acres in the South Industrial Park. The meeting may include an executive session on personnel or litigation matters.

• Approval of August 2024 Financials
• Approval of Sale of 10 Acres in the South Industrial Park
• Approval of August 13, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review and approve personal and real property values. The body will also process taxpayer correspondence, homestead applications, and appeals for the Clerk of Courts.

• Approval of Personal Property Values
• Mailing of 45-Day Notices for Late-Filed Returns
• Mailing of 30-Day Notices for Adjusted Values
• Review of 2024 Homestead Applications
• Update on 2023 Appeals to Superior Court

Sinclair Water Authority

The Sinclair Water Authority will approve minutes from January and July 2024 and ratify a GEMA grant acceptance. The board will also discuss a GEMA generator grant and review TTHM follow-up items.

• Approval of January 8, 2024 and July 8, 2024 minutes
• Ratification of GEMA Grant Acceptance
• Discussion on GEMA Generator Grant
• TTHM Follow-up
• Next meeting scheduled for November 12, 2024

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider authorizations for a Federal Transit Administration plan and a memorandum of understanding with Harmony Road GA, LLC. The body will also review right-of-way permit requests and discuss a generator for the Sinclair Water Authority.

• Authorization to sign updated Federal Transit Administration Title VI Plan for Putnam County Transit
• Authorization to sign Memorandum of Understanding between Putnam Development Authority and Harmony Road GA, LLC
• Right of Way Permit request by Flock Safety on Parks Mill Road
• Right of Way Permit request by 523 Warner Road, LLC (Richard Harp) on Park Road
• Discussion and possible action on Generator for Sinclair Water Authority

Planning & Zoning Commission

There is no regularly scheduled meeting for the Putnam County Planning & Zoning Commission this month.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to approve the FY25 budget and authorize the Chairman to sign the budget resolution. The body will also consider ratifying the Board of Education mill rate and setting 2024 mill rates for the Special Service District and County Maintenance and Operation.

• Approval of FY25 Budget
• Ratification of Board of Education Mill Rate
• 2024 Mill Rate for Incorporated and Unincorporated County Maintenance and Operation
• 2024 Mill Rate for Special Service District

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to present the proposed FY25 Budget. The board will also consider several land use permits and a resolution regarding a local sales tax election.

• Public hearing on Proposed FY25 Budget
• Right of Way Permit request from Oconee Overlook, LLC
• Revised Final Plat for Maddox Station
• Final plat subdivision approval for Blue Heron Cove Phase 4 Units 20A-27A, 7B-10B
• Amended Resolution Calling for an Election to Impose a County Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax

Putnam Development Authority

The Putnam Development Authority will approve financial statements for May, June, and July 2024 and ratify a certificate of deposit cashing. The meeting includes a report from the Economic Development Director and an executive session for personnel, litigation, or real estate matters.

• Approval of May, June, and July 2024 financials
• Ratification of CD Cashing
• Economic Development Director Report
• Executive session for Personnel, Litigation, or Real Estate
• Next Meeting Items

Board of Assessors

The Putnam County Board of Tax Assessors will convene to review and approve personal property and adjusted real property values, as well as handle correspondence and appeals. The board will also acknowledge receipt of late-appeal documents and update on 2023 Superior Court appeals.

• Review and approve personal property values
• Review and approve adjusted real property values
• Mailing of 30-Day Notices for Adjusted Values
• Mailing of 45-Day Notices for Late-Filed Returns
• Acknowledge receipt of appeals postmarked past deadline

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed 2024 mill rate. The board will also consider a request for fee changes within the Environmental Health section.

• Public hearing on proposed 2024 mill rate
• Request for approval of fee changes with Environmental Health

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners will hold a budget work session following its regular meeting. Commissioners will discuss the county’s budget during the work session. No specific budget items or amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Budget Discussions

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on August 1, 2024. The commission will consider a request by Weidmann & Associates, representing David Holladay, for a side‑yard setback variance at 118 Meadow Court, which is currently zoned R‑1. The meeting will also include approval of the minutes from the June 6, 2024 meeting. No other new business items are listed.

• Approval of minutes from the 06-06-2024 meeting
• Public hearing on side‑yard setback variance request for 118 Meadow Court (zoned R‑1)

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners will meet on July 31, 2024 at 4:00 PM in the County Administration Building, Room 203. The agenda includes discussion and possible action on a resolution calling for an election to impose a County Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax. The meeting is open to the public, with ADA accommodations available upon request.

• Resolution to call for an election to impose a County Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax

Board of Commissioners

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session on July 9, 2024. This meeting is scheduled for discussions regarding the county budget.

• budget discussions

Putnam Development Authority

The regular business meeting of the Putnam Development Authority scheduled for July 9, 2024, has been cancelled.