White County, Georgia

Board of Commissioners

The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a meeting on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at 8:00 A.M. to conduct a tour of county roads.

• Call to Order
• Discussion
• Commence county road inspection tour
• Discussion
• Adjourn

Board of Commissioners

Recreation Advisory Board

Board of Assessors

Board of Assessors

Recreation Advisory Board

Recreation Advisory Board

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Recreation Advisory Board

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Board of Assessors

Recreation Advisory Board

Recreation Advisory Board

Board of Assessors

Planning Commission

The White County Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to review and approve minutes from May 26 and June 2, consider four variance requests regarding access and road requirements, and make a land use recommendation on a conditional use permit for an attraction at 472 Helton Road. The agenda also includes a citizen comment period.

• Variance request by Marvin Kenneth Brown for property on Brown Road (parcel 022-119) regarding access and road requirements.
• Variance request by Christopher Charles Cochran for property at 1020 May White Road (parcel 079-052B) regarding access and road requirements.
• Variance request by Jeff Edrington for property at 1101 River Road (parcel 089-031) regarding access, road, and river corridor acreage requirements.
• Variance request by Roger Caudill for property at 96 Fishtail Circle (parcel 005E-238) regarding RV park impervious surface requirements.
• Conditional use permit application by Joe Bell for property at 472 Helton Road (parcel 034B-057B, 3.25 acres, currently zoned R-1 Residential) for an attraction.

Board of Commissioners

The White County Board of Commissioners will consider several new business items at its July 6 regular meeting, including a grant application for additional trails at Yonah Preserve, a resolution adopting standards for artificial intelligence use, and a contract for administrative services related to the library construction project. A proclamation honoring Truett McConnell University’s 80th anniversary will also be presented.

• Consider grant application to GA DNR for Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Program funds for trails at Yonah Preserve.
• Consider County Resolution 2026-15 adopting Standards of Use for Artificial Intelligence.
• Consider contract with Georgia Mountains Regional Commission for USDA-RD Community Facilities Program grant administration for library construction.
• Presentation of proclamation recognizing Truett McConnell University’s 80th anniversary.
• Finance Director to present monthly status financial report.

Planning Commission

The White County Planning Commission will review four requests for variances from the county's development standards. Each application seeks relief from specific sections of the Appendix B or zoning code for properties on Brown Road, May White Road, River Road, and Fishtail Circle. The commission will decide whether to grant the requested exceptions.

• Variance request by Marvin Kenneth Brown for access and road requirements on Brown Road (parcel 022-119, 2.47 acres)
• Variance request by Christopher Charles Cochran for access and road requirements at 1020 May White Road (parcel 079-052B, 21.71 acres)
• Variance request by Jeff Edrington for access, road, and river corridor requirements at 1101 River Road (parcel 089-031, 3.36 acres)
• Variance request by Roger Caudill for RV park impervious surface requirements at 96 Fishtail Circle (parcel 005E-238)

Planning Commission

The White County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding land use regulations. The body will consider a request for a conditional use permit for a specific property in Cleveland.

• Conditional use permit application by Joe Bell for an attraction at 472 Helton Road (3.25 acres, currently R-1 Residential Single Family)

Board of Commissioners

The White County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session and called meeting to decide on several expenditures and contracts. Items include purchasing five vehicles for the Sheriff's Office, awarding a vending machine services contract, approving a copier lease, designating surplus chairs for sale, and providing additional funds for winter storm debris cleanup.

• Purchase of four Ford Explorers and one Ford F150 for Sheriff's Office at $349,325
• Award vending machine services contract to Champion Vending for five parks and recreation facilities
• Approve copier lease agreement with Duplicating Products for Animal Control
• Adopt resolution for surplus sale of chairs from Senior Center
• Additional funds for debris cleanup by Southern Disaster Recovery after Winter Storm Fern

The Board of Commissioners approved $349,325.00 for five Sheriff’s Office vehicles and equipment funded by SPLOST. Additional approvals included a vending machine contract for Parks & Recreation, a copier lease for Animal Control, and supplemental funds for storm debris removal.

• Approved purchase of five Sheriff's Office vehicles and equipment for $349,325.00 (unanimous)
• Approved vending machine services contract with Champion Vending (unanimous)
• Approved 48-month copier lease agreement with Duplicating Products for Animal Control (unanimous)
• Approved County Resolution 2026-14 for surplus sale of Senior Center chairs (unanimous)
• Approved $8,333.40 from FY 2026 contingency for Winter Storm Fern debris clean-up (unanimous)

Board of Assessors

Board of Commissioners

This meeting includes a public hearing on the proposed FY2027 budget, with opportunity for public comment. The board will also consider three land-use items: a rezoning request, a variance for setbacks from agricultural districts, and an amendment to Highway Business District permitted uses. Other actions include board appointments, insurance renewal, and a preliminary plat extension.

• Public hearing on proposed FY2027 budget
• Rezoning of 601 Fowler Creek Drive from A-1 to R-1 (0.50 acres)
• Variance request by Hulsey Environmental Services for 15' setback instead of 100' on 0 Industrial Boulevard (19.46 acres)
• Resolution 2026-09 amending C-2 permitted uses in land-use regulations
• Preliminary plat extension for Big Oak Subdivision on Holiness Campground Road (36.43 acres)

The Board of Commissioners approved multiple mid-year board appointments and a land use redistricting request. They also approved an insurance renewal and the engagement of Rushton for the FY2026 audit. The FY2027 budget presentation was held, with adoption scheduled for June 15, 2026.

• Approved May meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 601 Fowler Creek Drive from A-1 to R-1 (unanimous)
• Denied variance request for 0 Industrial Boulevard (3-2)
• Approved County Resolution No. 2026-09 regarding land use regulations (unanimous)
• Reappointed Monika Knight to Avita Board of Directors (unanimous)
• Reappointed Jason Hogan to Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors (unanimous)
• Reappointed Nita Decker to Convention & Visitors Bureau Board of Directors (unanimous)
• Reappointed Erica Owens and appointed Dustin Biggers to DFCS Board (unanimous)

Recreation Advisory Board

Alcohol Beverage Commission

The White County Alcohol Beverage Commission will meet to consider issuing a temporary special event permit for the Sautee Nacoochee Community Center. The board will also vote on adopting minutes from its March meeting and discuss upcoming applications. The meeting is largely routine with one actionable permit decision.

• Consider issuance of temporary special event permit for Sautee Nacoochee Community Center (3 events)
• Adoption of March 13, 2026 meeting minutes
• Discussion of upcoming meetings and applications

Planning Commission

The White County Planning Commission will hold a regular session on June 2, 2026. Items include a variance request from Hulsey Environmental Services to reduce a setback buffer from 100 to 15 feet from agricultural districts on Industrial Boulevard, two redistricting applications, and a preliminary plat extension. The commission will also appoint a representative to the Water Authority Board and consider changing meeting dates starting 2027.

• Variance request by Hulsey Environmental Services to reduce setback/buffer from 100 to 15 feet from agricultural districts on Industrial Boulevard (parcels 050-141 & 050-142)
• Application by Tom Telford to redistrict Lot 20 Hickory Ridge Drive from R-1 Residential Single Family to R-3 Residential Seasonal District
• Application by Greg Harper to redistrict 601 Fowler Creek Drive from A-1 Agriculture Forestry to R-1 Residential Single Family District
• Consider amendments to Official Code of White County Appendix C/Article XIV/Section 1401
• Preliminary plat extension request for Big Oak Subdivision on Holiness Campground Road (James Allison)

The Commission approved a new meeting schedule starting January 2027 and reappointed Charlie Thomas to the Water Authority Board. Several land use actions were taken, including a buffer variance for an industrial property and a final plat extension for Big Oak Subdivision.

• Approved April and May minutes
• Reappointed Charlie Thomas to Water Authority Board (All approved)
• Changed meeting dates/times to second and third Mondays at 6:00 p.m. starting January 2027 (All approved)
• Withdrew Tom Telford's redistricting application
• Recommended approval of Greg Harper's rezoning from A-1 to R-1 (All approved)
• Approved land use variance for 15' buffers at 0 Industrial Boulevard (3-2)
• Recommended approval of outdoor storage text amendment (All approved)
• Granted final 12-month preliminary plat extension for Big Oak Subdivision (All approved)

Board of Assessors

The White County Board of Assessors will vote on the 2026 Real Property and Personal Property Annual Assessment Notices, which set property values for tax bills. The board will also review an in-house sales ratio update, hear TAVT appeals, and decide monthly conservation use applications. An executive session will evaluate the chief appraiser's annual performance.

• 2026 Real Property Annual Assessment Notices
• 2026 Personal Property Annual Assessment Notices
• In-House Sales Ratio Update
• TAVT Appeals
• Monthly Conservation Use Approvals/Denials

Planning Commission

The White County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on three land use applications and a proposed amendment to the county's land use code. Items include two redistricting requests and a variance to reduce a required setback and buffer from 100 feet to 15 feet for an industrial property. The commission will also consider amendments to Appendix C/Article XIV/Section 1401.

• Application to redistrict Lot 20 Hickory Ridge Drive from R-1 to R-3 Residential Seasonal
• Application to redistrict 601 Fowler Creek Drive from A-1 Agriculture Forestry to R-1 Residential
• Variance request by Hulsey Environmental Services to reduce setback/buffer from 100' to 15' on Industrial Boulevard
• Consideration of amendments to Official Code Appendix C/Article XIV/Section 1401

The Planning Commission held public hearings regarding three land use applications and a proposed code amendment. The commission will provide recommendations on these items to the Board of Commissioners at next week's meeting.

• Public hearing held for rezoning Lot 20 Hickory Ridge Drive from R-1 to R-3
• Public hearing held for rezoning 601 Fowler Creek Drive from A-1 to R-1
• Public hearing held for variance request at 0 Industrial Boulevard regarding setbacks
• Public hearing held for amendment to outdoor storage regulations in C-2 districts

Planning Commission

The White County Planning Commission will meet to review a request from James Allison. The commission is considering a preliminary plat extension for the Big Oak Subdivision.

• Preliminary Plat Extension request for Big Oak Subdivision on Holiness Campground Road (36.43 acres)

The Commission discussed a request for a preliminary plat extension for the Big Oak Subdivision on Holiness Campground Road. Staff will verify previous extensions and legal provisions before the next meeting. A proposal to change monthly meeting dates starting in January 2027 was also discussed.

• Big Oak Subdivision extension pending staff verification of legal provisions
• Meeting date change added to future agenda for formal vote

Development Authority

The White County Development Authority is meeting to approve minutes from the March meeting, financial statements for March and April, and a check for legal fees. The board will also receive updates on economic development, the chamber of commerce, and the water authority. This is a routine meeting with no major decisions or public hearings on the agenda.

• Consider approval of financial statements for March and April
• Consider approval of check for Carl Free, attorney at law, for legal fees
• Consider approval of minutes from March 10, 2026
• Economic development update from Jessie Owensby
• Water authority update from John Ziemer

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review land use applications for property redistricting in Cleveland. They will also consider a resolution to align county land use rules with the Georgia Zoning Procedures Law.

• Redistricting 17.01 acres at 607 Hulsey Road from Industrial to C-2 Commercial for a church daycare and leased warehouse
• Redistricting 2.5 acres at 2138 New Bridge Road from Agricultural Forestry to R-1 Single-Family Residential
• Resolution to amend Appendix C- Land Use- Article XVIII- Section 1809 to reflect OCGA 36-66 (Zoning Procedures Law)
• Naming request for the library's Large Study Room
• Update on the ClevelandWhite 250 Initiative

The White County Board unanimously approved two land‑use applications, adopted a zoning‑procedure resolution, approved a library study‑room naming, and authorized the creation and release of a request for proposal for a new Computer Aided Dispatch system for the 911 Center.

• Approved Bridge Church land‑use application to rezone 17.01 acres at 607 Hulsey Road from I‑Industrial to C‑2 Commercial (unanimous)
• Approved Logan Magness land‑use application to rezone 2.5 acres at 2138 New Bridge Road from A‑1 Agricultural Forestry to R‑1 Single‑Family Residential (unanimous)
• Adopted County Resolution No. 2026‑08 amending Appendix C‑Land Use to reflect OCGA 36‑66 zoning procedures (unanimous)
• Approved naming of the large study room at the new White County Library as “The Barbara Murphy McConnell Study Room” (unanimous)
• Approved development and release of an RFP for a Computer Aided Dispatch system for the 911 Center, with a 60‑day review period (unanimous)

Elections & Registration

The White County Board of Elections & Registration will meet to adopt minutes from April, discuss preparations for the May 19 General Primary Election including advance in-person voting, and receive reports on voter registration and absentee by mail. The board will also consider voter accessibility and upcoming events. No open records requests are pending.

• Advance in-person voting for May 19 General Primary Election
• Voter registration monthly report and absentee by mail report
• Voter accessibility in White County
• Task completion summary for elections department
• Consider adopting minutes of April 14 regular meeting

Board of Commissioners

The commissioners will hear a presentation of the Fiscal Year 2027 draft budget, including revenues, expenses, fee schedule, and capital improvement plans. They will then discuss and give direction for finalizing the budget. Upcoming dates for a public hearing on the budget and a fire station opening are also announced.

• Presentation of FY 2027 draft budget by County Manager Derick Canupp
• Discussion and direction for FY 2027 budget preparation
• Announcement of FY 2027 budget public hearing on June 8, 2026
• Fire Station No. 9 grand opening scheduled for June 11, 2026

The board reached consensus to adopt the Anthem employee‑insurance renewal, changing co‑insurance to 90%, office visit co‑pays to $30/$60, and raising employee premiums 8%, resulting in a county cost increase of $525,296. The board also agreed to add a part‑time mechanic to the Road Department budget, using in‑house vehicle maintenance without increasing overall expenses. Commissioners approved moving the Enotah Judicial Circuit budget forward into the FY 2027 budget process. The board voted to raise the contingency fund from $300,000 back to $500,000 as part of the FY 2027 budget plan.

• Adopt Anthem insurance renewal with 90% co‑insurance, $30/$60 co‑pays, 8% premium rise ($525,296 increase) – consensus
• Add part‑time mechanic to Road Department budget – consensus, no overall expense increase
• Approve Enotah Judicial Circuit budget to proceed in FY 2027 budget – consensus
• Increase contingency fund to $500,000 (from $300,000) – consensus
• Schedule public budget hearing for June 8, 2026
• Schedule budget adoption meeting for June 15, 2026
• Unanimous vote to adopt the meeting minutes
• Approve FY 2027 total budget proposal of $3,921,831 – consensus

Planning Commission

The White County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and review applications for property redistricting and variances. The body will also consider preliminary plat approvals for two developments and amendments to the Official Code of White County.

• Redistricting request for 2138 New Bridge from A-1 Agriculture Forestry to R-1 Residential Single Family
• Redistricting request for 607 Hulsey Road from Industrial to C-2 Highway Business and a conditional use permit for warehousing
• Variance requests for properties on Howell Mill Drive and Mountain Meadows Drive
• Preliminary plat approvals for Mountain Meadows Phase II and Chimney Lake Phase II
• Proposed amendments to Official Code of White County Appendix C/Article XVIII

The White County Planning Commission approved the minutes from March 31 and April 7, 2026. It granted variances for Hartwell & Peggy Bellar and for Joe L. Vernon, approved preliminary plats for Mountain Meadows and Chimney Lake Phase II projects, and recommended to the Board of Commissioners the rezoning of 2138 New Bridge Road and the conditional‑use rezoning for The Bridge Church. The commission also recommended amendments to the county’s Official Code to align with the Georgia Zoning Procedures Law. All actions passed unanimously with a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved March 31 and April 7, 2026 minutes (6-0)
• Approved variance for Hartwell & Peggy Bellar, Howell Mill Drive (6-0)
• Approved variance for Joe L. Vernon, Mountain Meadows Drive (6-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Joe L. Vernon, Mountain Meadows Phase II (6-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for London Ventures, Chimney Lake Phase II (6-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning 2138 New Bridge Road A-1 to R-1 (6-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning and conditional use for 607 Hulsey Road Industrial to C-2 (6-0)
• Recommended approval of amendments to Official Code Appendix C/Article XVIII Section 1809 (6-0)

Board of Commissioners

The White County Board of Commissioners will consider approving a room naming request for the library's Maker's Space, receive a monthly financial report from the Finance Director, and set dates for upcoming budget hearings and a fire station grand opening. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes, public comments, and a possible executive session on litigation.

• Approval of minutes from April 6, April 13, and April 27 meetings
• Consider library room naming request by Todd Marks for the Maker's Space
• Finance Director Jodi Ligon presents monthly financial status report
• Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Public Hearing scheduled June 8, 2026
• Fire Station No. 9 Grand Opening set for June 11, 2026

The board adopted the minutes from the April 6, April 13 and April 27 meetings. A unanimous vote approved the library room naming request for the Maker’s Space with the plaque wording provided. The commissioners entered and later exited Executive Session by unanimous vote, and then adjourned the meeting unanimously.

• Adopted minutes of April 6, 2026 regular meeting (motion by Bryant, seconded by Holcomb)
• Adopted minutes of April 13, 2026 budget work session (motion by Bryant, seconded by Holcomb)
• Adopted minutes of April 27, 2026 work session & called meeting (motion by Bryant, seconded by Holcomb)
• Approved library room naming request for Maker’s Space; plaque wording “Todd W. & Veronica J. Marks ‘Makers Space’ Studium et Scientia in Ministerium” (unanimous vote)
• Entered Executive Session (unanimous vote)
• Exited Executive Session (unanimous vote)
• Approved minutes of May 4, 2026 meeting (adopted as stated)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous vote)

Planning Commission

The White County Planning Commission will consider two variance applications—one for a property on Howell Mill Drive and another for a property on Mountain Meadows Drive. It will also review preliminary plat requests for additional lots in the Mountain Meadows Phase II and Chimney Lake Phase II developments.

• Variance request by Hartwell and Peggy Bellar for access and road requirements on Howell Mill Drive (parcel 069-553, 5.71 acres)
• Variance request by Joe L. Vernon for access and road requirements on Mountain Meadows Drive (parcel 048B-108A, 7.58 acres)
• Preliminary plat approval request by Joe L. Vernon for more lots in Mountain Meadows Phase II
• Preliminary plat approval request by London Ventures for more lots in Chimney Lake Phase II

The commission heard several variance and preliminary plat applications but took no action on them. The meeting was concluded with a motion to adjourn that passed unanimously (5-0).

• Motion to adjourn approved unanimously (5-0)

Planning Commission

The White County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on an application to rezone 17.01 acres at 607 Hulsey Road from Industrial District to C-2 Highway Business District and grant a conditional use permit for warehousing. The commission will also consider amendments to the Official Code of White County Appendix C/Article XVIII (Land Use Regulations).

• Application by Jeffrey Groves for The Bridge Church of God to redistrict 607 Hulsey Road from Industrial to C-2 Highway Business District and obtain a conditional use permit for warehousing (tax parcel 046C-004, 17.01 acres)
• Consideration of amendments to White County's Official Code Appendix C/Article XVIII (Land Use Regulations)

The commission heard a rezoning and conditional use application for 607 Hulsey Road and discussed an amendment to Appendix C/Article XVIII. No public comments were made, and the commission deferred a vote on the application to the Board of Commissioners next week. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

Board of Commissioners

The White County Board of Commissioners will consider a land use application to rezone a property on Tesnatee Gap Valley Road and Twin Lakes Road from agricultural to residential. The board will also review a Georgia Department of Transportation grant for local road assistance and approve contracts for park field maintenance and materials testing. The meeting includes a budget work session and a public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2027 budget.

• Consider rezoning 8.14 acres on Tesnatee Gap Valley Road and Twin Lakes Road from A-1 to R-1
• Consider awarding contract for chemical application at parks & recreation athletic fields
• Consider approval of Georgia DOT Local Road Assistance grant application
• Consider approval of change order to Pittman Construction contract
• Consider adoption of Resolution 2026-07 for surplus sale of vehicles and equipment

The Board voted unanimously to rezone an 8.14‑acre parcel on Tesnatee Gap Valley Road and Twin Lakes Road from Agriculture (A‑1) to Residential Single‑Family (R‑1). It also approved a $31,500 contract for park field chemical treatment, accepted a $598,220.50 state road grant, and authorized related change orders and a surplus vehicle sale. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved rezoning of 8.14‑acre parcel to R‑1 (unanimous)
• Awarded $31,500 park chemical‑application contract to Environmental Creations (unanimous)
• Approved Georgia DOT LRA grant application for $598,220.50 (unanimous)
• Approved $690,854.41 change order to Pittman Construction contract (unanimous)
• Approved $38,595.00 contract with Southern Geotechnical Consultants (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2026‑07 authorizing surplus vehicle sale via GovDeals (unanimous)
• Entered and exited Executive Session on personnel and litigation matters (unanimous)
• Approved agenda for May 4, 2026 regular meeting (unanimous)

Board of Assessors

The White County Board of Assessors will hold a regular meeting to discuss property assessment matters, including a conservation use inquiry, a zoning issue for a church parsonage, and an update on in-house sales ratios. The board will also hear four TAVT appeals from individual taxpayers and consider monthly conservation use approvals or denials. The meeting will conclude with an executive session for the 2026 chief appraiser annual performance review.

• London, Bo – Conservation Inquiry 077-091
• Cleveland First Methodist Church Parsonage Zoning
• In-House Sales Ratio Update
• TAVT appeals: Foster (2015 Mazda CX-5), Jones (2005 Ford Mustang), Talley (2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500), Webb (2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500)
• Executive session: 2026 Chief Appraiser Annual Performance Review

The Board approved the March 11, 2026 meeting minutes. It ruled that a property sale by Mr. Bo London does not breach covenant. The parsonage parcel C01D-108 at 152 E Kytle St was changed from exempt to taxable for the 2026 billing year. The Board also confirmed the preliminary in‑house ratio and set values for four vehicles.

• Approved March 11, 2026 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved conservation inquiry sale not a breach (motion carried)
• Changed parsonage parcel C01D-108 to taxable for 2026 (motion carried)
• Confirmed preliminary in‑house ratio (motion carried)
• Set 2015 Mazda CX‑5 vehicle value at $4,450 (motion carried)
• Set 2005 Ford Mustang vehicle value at $1,532 (motion carried)
• Set 2012 Chevrolet Silverado vehicle value at $2,800 (motion carried)
• Set 2015 Chevrolet Silverado vehicle value at $8,000 (motion carried)

Recreation Advisory Board

Elections & Registration

The White County Board of Elections & Registration will meet to review the Registrar's reports and discuss preparations for the May 19, 2026, General Primary. The board will also receive updates on poll worker training and recruitment.

• Purchase of an ADA ramp
• Poll worker recruitment drive and training update
• Planning for the 05.19.2026 General Primary/NP/Special Election
• Vote to approve Monthly and Absentee By Mail reports of registered voters
• Update on the 04.09.2026 Regional Meeting in Cherokee County

The White County Board of Elections & Registration approved the minutes from the March 10, 2026 meeting. The board also approved the March 2026 Voter Registration Report. Both motions were passed unanimously.

• Approved adoption of March 10, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 2026 voter registration report (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The White County Planning Commission will review and vote on a variance request from Ansley Reed for access on Wilson Road (parcel 023-063C, 15.18 acres). It will also consider a land‑use recommendation to rezone a property on Tesnatee Gap Valley Road and Twin Lakes Road (parcel 032-037E, 8.14 acres) from A‑1 Agriculture Forestry to R‑1 Residential Single Family. The meeting includes routine approval of minutes from February 24 and March 3, 2026.

• Variance application by Ansley Reed for access on Wilson Road, parcel 023-063C, 15.18 acres
• Rezoning recommendation by James Patton for property on Tesnatee Gap Valley Road and Twin Lakes Road, parcel 032-037E, 8.14 acres from A‑1 to R‑1
• Review and approval of minutes from February 24, 2026 and March 3, 2026

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from February 24 and March 3, 2026. It also unanimously approved a variance request for Ansley Reed Turner’s property on Wilson Road. The commission unanimously recommended that the rezoning of parcel 032-037E from A‑1 Agriculture Forestry to R‑1 Residential be approved by the Board of Commissioners.

• Approved minutes of Feb 24 and Mar 3, 2026 (6-0)
• Approved variance for Wilson Road parcel 023-063C (6-0)
• Recommended rezoning of parcel 032-037E to R-1 Residential (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Planning Commission

The White County Planning Commission will hold a work session to review a variance request for a property on Wilson Road and discuss regulations for accessory dwelling units.

• Review variance request for Ansley Reed on Wilson Road (Parcel 023-063C)
• Determine rules for accessory dwelling units (ADUs)

The commission reviewed a variance request from Ansley Reed but did not record a vote, noting staff recommendation for approval pending Public Works confirmation of sight‑distance safety. Commissioners also discussed a petition to add a definition and guidelines for accessory dwelling units, which will be recommended to the Board of Commissioners and placed on the April 28 public‑hearing agenda. The meeting ended with a unanimous motion to adjourn.

• Motion to adjourn approved unanimously (6-0)

Planning Commission

The White County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a land use application. The body will discuss a request to change the zoning of a specific parcel from agricultural to residential.

• Application by James Patton to redistrict 8.14 acres at Tesnatee Gap Valley Road and Twin Lakes Road from A-1 Agriculture Forestry District to R-1 Residential Single Family District (parcel 032-037E)

The White County Planning Commission heard James Patton's application to rezone 8.14 acres from A‑1 Agriculture Forestry to R‑1 Residential Single Family. Staff recommended approval with aesthetic and sight‑distance conditions. Several residents voiced safety, traffic, and preservation concerns. No vote was taken; the commission will forward a recommendation to the Board of Commissioners at the next meeting. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss land use applications for properties on Leatherford Road and Thurmond Road. The meeting includes decisions on county garbage services, a scrap tire grant, and a settlement agreement regarding opioids.

• Rezoning 6.81 acres on Leatherford Road from Agricultural Forestry to Residential Single-Family
• Rezoning 14.11 acres on Thurmond Road to Agricultural Forestry District
• Request to remove 873 Laurel Ridge Road from the Short-Term Rental Subdivision Map
• Awarding the bid for commercial garbage service at county facilities
• Environmental study proposal from Southern Geotechnical Consultants for the new library site

The White County Board unanimously approved rezoning of two parcels, denied a short‑term rental map amendment, awarded a commercial garbage contract, purchased a new garbage compactor, secured a scrap‑tire grant, funded an environmental study for the new library, and added three full‑time firefighter positions. All votes were unanimous except the short‑term rental amendment denial, which passed 4‑1.

• Approved rezoning of 6.81 acres on Leatherford Road from A‑1 to R‑1 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 14.11 acres on Thurmond Road to A‑1 only (unanimous)
• Denied amendment of Short‑Term Rental Subdivision Map for 873 Laurel Ridge Road (4‑1)
• Awarded commercial garbage service contract to Red Oak Sanitation at $1,851.80 per month (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of replacement garbage compactor from WasteEquip for $35,242 (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Scrap Tire Amnesty Grant application for $2,925 (unanimous)
• Approved environmental study for new library site from Southern Geotechnical Consultants for $47,550 (unanimous)
• Approved addition of three full‑time firefighter positions for FY 2026 at $33,363 (unanimous)

Alcohol Beverage Commission

Board of Assessors

The White County Board of Assessors will discuss the proposed conservation use values for 2026. They will also review TAVT appeals for several listed vehicles and consider monthly conservation use approvals and denials. Additional items include an office update and a rescheduling of the April meeting.

• 2026 Proposed Conservation Use Values for White County
• TAVT Appeals – Richard Davidson (2006 Mercedes SL 500), Paul Fain (2018 GMC Sierra 2500), Tim Faircloth (2021 Ford F250 and 2014 Chevrolet Caprice Police Sedan), Michael Trump (2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500)
• Monthly Conservation Use Approvals/Denials
• Office Update and April Meeting reschedule

The Board approved the minutes from the February 11, 2026 meeting. It adopted the proposed 2026 Conservation Use land values. It set the taxable values for five vehicle TAVT appeals as recommended by policy. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved February 11, 2026 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved use of updated 2026 Conservation Use values when adopted (motion carried)
• Set vehicle value at $800 for Richard Davidson 2006 Mercedes SL (motion carried)
• Set vehicle value at $10,000 for Paul Fain 2018 GMC Sierra (motion carried)
• Set vehicle value at $23,000 for Timothy Faircloth 2021 Ford F250 (motion carried)
• Set vehicle value at $3,001 for Timothy Faircloth 2014 Chevrolet Caprice Police Sedan (motion carried)
• Set vehicle value at $6,944 for Michael Trump 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (motion carried)

Elections & Registration

The White County Board of Elections & Registration will meet to approve the monthly registrar's report of registered voters. The board will discuss preparations for the May 19, 2026, General Primary/Nonpartisan/Special Election and review candidate qualifying updates.

• Memorandum of Agreement with Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission
• EPIC by Civic Roundtable
• Secretary of State CE Training Sessions
• May 19, 2026 General Primary/Nonpartisan/Special Election planning update
• Registrar’s Report of Registered Voters

The White County Board of Elections & Registration approved the minutes from the February 10, 2026 regular meeting. They also approved the Registrar’s voter registration report as of February 28, 2026. Both actions were passed unanimously.

• Approved February 10, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Registrar’s voter registration report as of February 28, 2026 (unanimous)

Development Authority

The White County Development Authority will approve the minutes from its January 13, 2026 meeting and the financial statements for January and February. It will also hear a brief summary of a January training session on data centers and development authority guidelines. Updates will be provided on economic development and the county water authority.

• Approval of minutes from January 13, 2026 meeting
• Approval of financial statements for January and February

The board voted unanimously to approve the minutes from the January 13, 2026 meeting. They also approved the financial report showing interest earned of $117.48 in January and $109.81 in February with an operating balance of $45,247.57. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous motion.

• Approved minutes from Jan 13, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved financial report (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Recreation Advisory Board

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is meeting for a planning retreat to identify strategic priorities and review survey results. The session includes a review of the Five Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and building utilization.

• Review of Five Year CIP
• Review of building utilization
• Review of survey results regarding resident needs

The White County Board of Commissioners held a planning retreat on March 5, 2026 to identify strategic priorities and review the 5‑year Capital Improvement Plan. Discussions covered facilities, roads, and future CIP considerations for the FY 2027 budget. The meeting minutes were formally approved on April 6, 2026.

• Approved retreat minutes (no vote tally recorded)

Planning Commission

The White County Planning Commission will meet to review land use recommendations. The primary item is a request to change the zoning of a property on Leatherford Road.

• Application to redistrict 6.81 acres at 0 Leatherford Road from A-1 Agriculture Forestry District to R-1 Residential Single Family District

The commission approved the minutes from the February 3 and February 10 meetings by a 5‑0 vote. It then voted 5‑0 to recommend that the Board of Commissioners approve the redistricting of 0 Leatherford Road from A‑1 Agricultural to R‑1 Residential. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved minutes of Feb 3 & Feb 10, 2026 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning 0 Leatherford Rd to R-1 Residential (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider a land use application to change the zoning of a 3.42-acre property. Other business includes a request to amend the Short-Term Rental Subdivision Map and several board appointments.

• Redistricting 5940 Highway 129 North from C-1 Community Commercial to C-2 Highway Business
• Purchase of a 2026 John Deere Tractor with Alamo mid-mount side mower from AgPro
• Request to remove 192 Wilderland Trail from the Short-Term Rental Subdivision Map
• Internet service contract with Trailwave for Fire Station No. 9
• Appointments for Library Board of Trustees, Development Authority, and Building Authority

The commissioners unanimously approved the land‑use application to rezone 5940 Highway 129 North Cleveland from C‑1 Community Commercial to C‑2 Highway Business District with conditions. They also approved the purchase of a 2026 John Deere tractor with an Alamo mid‑mount side mower for $181,720.22 under the Sourcewell agreement, and denied a request to amend the short‑term rental subdivision map for 192 Wilderland Trail. Additionally, the board approved an internet service contract for Fire Station No. 9 and tabled several board appointments.

• Approved rezoning of 5940 Highway 129 North Cleveland from C‑1 to C‑2 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2026 John Deere tractor with Alamo side mower for $181,720.22 (unanimous)
• Denied amendment of short‑term rental subdivision map for 192 Wilderland Trail (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Trailwave, Habersham EMC for internet service at Fire Station No. 9 (unanimous)
• Tabled appointments for Library Board, Development Authority, and Building Authority (unanimous)
• Entered and exited Executive Session to discuss personnel and litigation matters (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of prior meetings (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Alcohol Beverage Commission

The White County Alcohol Beverage Commission is meeting to review alcohol license requests. The body will consider a temporary license for a non-profit and a caterer license for a local business.

• Temporary Non-Profit Special Event Alcohol License for White County Chamber of Commerce
• 2026 Alcohol Beverage Caterer License for Clyde's of Cleveland, LLC
• Adoption of November 17, 2025 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The White County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a land‑use application. Jessica Johns, on behalf of Debra Jean Lasher, seeks to change the zoning of a 6.81‑acre parcel at 0 Leatherford Road from the A‑1 Agriculture Forestry District to the R‑1 Residential Single‑Family District. The commission will consider the rezoning request during the meeting.

• Rezoning request for 0 Leatherford Rd (parcel 062-193 portion), 6.81 acres, from A‑1 Agriculture Forestry to R‑1 Residential Single‑Family

The commission held a public hearing on a rezoning request for 0 Leatherford Road but took no action on the application. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous 5‑0 vote.

• Adjourned (unanimous 5-0)

Planning Commission

The White County Planning Commission will consider a variance application submitted by Gerald and Rebecca Sims. The request seeks an exception to Section 601 to allow access to their 1.83‑acre property on Simco Drive in Sautee Nacoochee. The commission will discuss whether to grant the variance based on the parcel’s tax map 030D‑047.

• Variance application by Gerald and Rebecca Sims for access on Simco Dr, 1.83 acres (tax map 030D‑047)

The commission reviewed a variance request from Gerald and Rebecca Sims but took no vote on the application. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous 5‑0 motion.

• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The White County Board of Commissioners will consider abandoning Irvin Sawmill Road and vote on several land-use applications, including rezonings and a special use permit for a landfill/transfer station. The board will also approve capital purchases, including a new John Deere tractor, and ratify contracts for network switches and emergency disaster services.

• Public hearing on abandoning Irvin Sawmill Road
• Zoning change for Gerald Sims: C-1 to A-1 at 0 Albert Reid Road
• Zoning change for Mark and Laura Knaus: A-1 to R-1 at 0 Ray Pardue Road
• Zoning change for Jeremy Santana: R-1 to C-2 at 541 Holiness Campground Road
• Special Use Permit for landfill/transfer station at 0 Industrial Boulevard

The White County Board adopted a resolution to abandon Irvin Sawmill Road, removing it from the county road system. It also approved five land‑use applications that re‑zoned properties for agriculture, residential, commercial, and a conditional family cemetery, and tabled one application until the next regular meeting. The board adopted the 2026 update of the White County Comprehensive Plan and ratified emergency contracts for debris removal and on‑call disaster response.

• Adopted County Resolution 2026‑04 to abandon Irvin Sawmill Road (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 0 Albert Reid Rd from C‑1 to A‑1 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 0 Ray Pardue Rd from A‑1 to R‑1 and conditional family cemetery permit (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 541 Holiness Campground Rd from R‑1 to C‑2 with five conditions (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 1455 Albert Reid Rd from C‑1 to R‑1 (unanimous)
• Tabled rezoning of 5940 Highway 129 North from C‑1 to C‑2 until March 2 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted County Resolution 2026‑05 to approve the 2026 Comprehensive Plan update (unanimous, contingent on corrections)
• Approved $28,500 SDR air‑curtain burn contract for Winter Storm Fern debris (unanimous)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to discuss the FY 2026-27 budget presentation and the 2026 Policy and Procedure Manual. The body will also review specific conservation inquiries and TAVT appeals.

• FY 2026-27 Budget Presentation
• 2026 Policy and Procedure Manual
• Conservation Inquiry 079-054 (Chad Knott Representative)
• Conservation Inquiry 018-003
• TAVT Appeals for Robert Rapp, Jesse Thomas, and Lloyd York

The Board approved the minutes from the January 14 meeting and adopted the 2026 Policy and Procedures Manual. It authorized the sale of 0.5 acres from parcel 079‑054 and denied a conservation use application for parcel 018‑003. The FY2026‑2027 budget was approved, requesting a new field vehicle and a higher board member salary. Vehicle values for three tax appeals were set using Black Book values.

• Approved January 14 minutes (motion carried)
• Adopted 2026 Policy and Procedures Manual (motion carried)
• Permitted sale of 0.5 acres from parcel 079‑054 (motion carried)
• Denied conservation use application for parcel 018‑003 (motion carried)
• Approved FY2026‑2027 budget submission, including new vehicle request and salary increase (motion carried)
• Set value of 2014 Chevrolet Silverado at $7,854 (motion carried)
• Set value of 2013 Porsche Cayenne at $10,588 (motion carried)
• Set value of 2006 Toyota Tacoma at $5,825 (motion carried)

Planning Commission

The White County Planning Commission will consider two variance applications and six land‑use recommendations. Items include rezoning requests for properties on Campfire Drive, Herman Winkler Road, Ray Pardue Road, Albert Reid Road, Holiness Campground Road, and Highway 129 North. The commission will also review a Special Use Permit for a landfill/transfer station on Industrial Boulevard.

• Variance for Todd and Kathy Blandin at 67 Campfire Drive (RV park setback)
• Variance for Robert Panter at 700 Herman Winkler Road (access)
• Rezoning of 0 Ray Pardue Road from A‑1 to R‑1 with conditional cemetery use
• Rezoning of 0 Albert Reid Road from C‑1 to A‑1 Agriculture Forestry
• Special Use Permit request for landfill/transfer station at 0 Industrial Boulevard

The commission unanimously approved a special use permit for a landfill/transfer station at 0 Industrial Boulevard. It also approved two variances and recommended several zoning redistrictings and conditional use permits. All motions passed with a 6-0 vote.

• Approved variance for Todd and Kathy Blandin at 67 Campfire Drive (6-0)
• Approved variance for Robert Panter at 700 Herman Winkler Road (6-0)
• Recommended redistricting of 0 Ray Pardue Road from A-1 to R-1 (6-0)
• Recommended redistricting of 0 Albert Reid Road from C-1 to A-1 (6-0)
• Recommended redistricting of 541 Holiness Campground Road from R-1 to C-2 with conditions (6-0)
• Recommended redistricting of 1455 Albert Reid Road from C-1 to R-1 (6-0)
• Recommended redistricting of 5940 Highway 129 North from C-1 to C-2 with conditions (6-0)
• Recommended approval of special use permit for landfill at 0 Industrial Boulevard (6-0)

Elections & Registration

The White County Board of Elections will consider a resolution to call an election for a special purpose local option sales and use tax referendum on May 19, 2026. The agenda also includes updates on candidate qualifying, polling place setup, and poll worker recruitment.

• Resolution for Education Special Purpose Local Option Sales & Use Tax Referendum
• Candidate Qualifying Update (Feb 3–6, 2026)
• Polling Place Setup Team and Poll Manager Training
• Voter Registration Audit using aXs Scanning Software
• Registrar's Report of Registered Voters for approval

The White County Board of Elections and Registration unanimously approved a resolution calling a May 19, 2026 election to let voters decide on continuing the Education Special Purpose Local Option Sales & Use Tax. The Board also adopted the minutes from the January 13 regular meeting and the February 3 special meeting, and approved the registrar’s report of registered voters as of January 31, 2026. No other business was taken.

• Resolution to call May 19, 2026 election on education SPLOST referendum approved unanimously
• Adopted January 13, 2026 regular meeting minutes approved unanimously
• Adopted February 3, 2026 special meeting minutes approved unanimously
• Registrar’s report of registered voters as of Jan 31, 2026 approved unanimously

Recreation Advisory Board

The board reviewed a proposal to add a disc golf course to the Capital Improvement Project list for future consideration. Staff raised concerns about the All-Star draft process and outlined new expectations for coach conduct. A points‑based ranking system for All‑Star selection starting Fall 2026 was presented, and a shared electronic calendar app was introduced. No formal actions or votes were taken.

Elections & Registration

The White County Board of Elections & Registration will convene to adopt a resolution from the Board of Education regarding ESPLOST and discuss other election-related matters.

• Approval of White County Board of Education’s ESPLOST resolution
• Discussion of other matters of elections business

The White County Board of Elections & Registration approved the Board of Education’s ESPLOST resolution without dissent. The motion was made by Vice Chair Mike Mays, seconded by Secretary Russell Mobley, and adopted by unanimous vote. The board also adopted the agenda by consent and expressed appreciation for the elections supervisor.

• Approved White County Board of Education’s ESPLOST resolution (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda by consent (no objections)

Planning Commission

The White County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider several requests to change property zoning districts. The body will also review applications for conditional and special use permits for specific land uses.

• Request to redistrict 0 Ray Pardue Road from A-1 to R-1 and a permit for a family cemetery
• Request to redistrict 0 Albert Reid Road from C-1 to A-1 (33.84 acres)
• Request to redistrict 541 Holiness Campground Road from R-1 to C-2 and a permit for warehousing
• Request to redistrict 1455 Albert Reid Road from C-1 to R-1
• Special Use Permit request for a landfill/transfer station at 0 Industrial Boulevard

The White County Planning Commission held public hearings on six land‑use applications, but no votes were taken on any of the rezoning or permit requests. All applicants were advised of the next meeting. The commission then voted to adjourn, with a unanimous 6‑0 vote.

• Adjourned meeting unanimously (6-0)

Planning Commission

The White County Planning Commission will review two variance requests. One request is from Todd and Kathy Blandin for a variance from Section 14-133(g) concerning RV park setback requirements at 67 Campfire Drive, Cleveland (Tax map 005E-055). The second request is from Robert Panter for a variance from Section 601 for access at 700 Herman Winkler Road, Sautee Nacoochee (Tax map 005-018) covering 56.498 acres of Tracts 2 and 3.

• Variance request by Todd and Kathy Blandin for RV park setbacks, 67 Campfire Drive, Cleveland (Tax map 005E-055)
• Variance request by Robert Panter for access, 700 Herman Winkler Road, Sautee Nacoochee (Tax map 005-018, 56.498 acres, Tracts 2 and 3)

The commission considered two variance applications—for an RV park shed at 67 Campfire Drive and for access at 700 Herman Winkler Road—but took no action on either. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous 6-0 vote.

• Adjourned meeting unanimously (6-0)

Board of Commissioners

The White County Board of Commissioners will review a land‑use application from Robert Bearden for a conditional use permit to operate a mini‑storage facility on 0 Highway 115 East, Cleveland (tax map 047D-070A). They will also consider accepting a 2026 Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant and a related memorandum of understanding for the Appalachian Regional Drug Enforcement Office. Additional items include funding for an emergency‑only secondary access at Yonah Preserve Complex, adoption of a Facility Naming Policy, and setting the 2026 qualifying fee for county offices.

• Conditional use permit request for a mini‑storage facility on 0 Highway 115 East, Cleveland (1.23 acres, C‑1 zoning).
• Acceptance of the 2026 Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant and multi‑jurisdictional MOU for ARDEO operations.
• Approval of expenditure to construct a secondary access road for emergency personnel at Yonah Preserve Complex.
• Adoption of County Resolution 2026-02 establishing a Facility Naming Policy.
• Adoption of County Resolution 2026-03 setting the 2026 qualifying fee for county office candidates.

The commissioners unanimously approved a conditional use permit for a mini‑storage facility at 0 Highway 115 East Cleveland. They also unanimously accepted a $500,000 Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant and the accompanying multi‑jurisdictional memorandum of understanding. In addition, they approved $45,598 in SPLOST funds for a secondary emergency‑only access road to the Yonah Preserve Complex and adopted a Facility Naming Policy for county properties.

• Approved conditional use permit for mini‑storage at 0 Highway 115 (unanimous)
• Accepted $500,000 Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant and MOU (unanimous)
• Approved $45,598 SPLOST funding for secondary emergency access to Yonah Preserve (unanimous)
• Adopted Facility Naming Policy (unanimous)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will elect a Chairman and Secretary for 2026. The body will also review a first draft of policies and procedures and discuss 2025 public utility assessments.

• Election of 2026 Chairman and Secretary
• Annual Review of Policies & Procedures – 1st Draft
• 2025 Public Utility Assessments
• TAVT Appeals for 11 named individuals
• Conservation Use Signatures

Elections & Registration

The White County Board of Elections & Registration will discuss voting precinct analysis and a reconciliation report from the Secretary of State. The board is deciding on an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with the White County Board of Education for ESPLOST election services.

• Approval of IGA with WC Board of Education for ESPLOST election services
• Analysis and discussion of current White County voting precincts
• SOS Reconciliation Report (Comprehensive)
• Approval of Year End 2025 and Monthly Registrar’s Reports of Registered Voters
• Approval of Pre-Certification and Certification Meeting Procedures

The White County Board of Elections & Registration adopted the December 9, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved the Intergovernmental Agreement with the White County Board of Education for election services funded by ESPLOST, and approved new pre‑certification and certification meeting procedures. The board also approved the registrar’s voter registration reports and voted to table the precinct analysis item.

• Adopted December 9, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved IGA with White County Board of Education for ESPLOST election services (unanimous)
• Approved pre‑certification and certification meeting procedures (unanimous)
• Approved registrar’s year‑end 2025 and monthly voter registration reports (unanimous)
• Tabled analysis and discussion of current voting precincts (unanimous)

Development Authority

The White County Development Authority will approve the minutes from its September 9, 2025 meeting and approve the financial statements for November and December. The board will also receive a notice of an upcoming Georgia Municipal Review Committee (GMRC) panel discussion regarding the Blue Ridge Connector Inland Port project. Additional updates on economic development, the Chamber of Commerce, and the Water Authority will be presented.

• Approval of minutes from September 9, 2025
• Approval of financial statements for November and December
• Notice of upcoming GMRC panel on the Blue Ridge Connector (Inland Port)
• Economic Development/County update – John Sell
• Chamber (WCCC) update – Beth Truelove

The Development Authority board approved the corrected minutes from November 12 and December 9, 2025 with no opposition. They also approved the November and December financial statements after a unanimous vote. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved corrected minutes from Nov 12 and Dec 9, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved November and December financials (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Recreation Advisory Board

Planning Commission

The White County Planning Commission will meet to elect officers and review three variance applications. The commission will also consider a land use recommendation for a conditional use permit regarding a storage facility.

• Variance request for 15 Gove Road regarding access and lot frontage
• Variance request for 343 Pansy Drive regarding access
• Variance request for Metro RV Cleveland LLC at 3814 Westmoreland Road regarding setbacks and road construction
• Conditional use permit request for mini-storage at 0 Highway 115 East

The commission unanimously approved variances for Stacey Sullens (15 Gove Road) and for Doug and Patty Workman (343 Pansy Drive) with votes of 6‑0 on each. After a staff recommendation to deny, the commission voted 4‑2 to approve the Metro RV Cleveland LLC variance for the RV park at 3814 Westmoreland Road. The commission also unanimously approved a conditional use permit for Robert Bearden’s mini‑storage facility at 0 Highway 115 East with a 6‑0 vote. Officer nominations were confirmed, with Larry Freeman elected Chairman, John Yarbrough Vice Chairman, and Linda Dixon Secretary, all unanimously.

• Approved variance for 15 Gove Road (Stacey Sullens) – 6-0
• Approved variance for 343 Pansy Drive (Workman) – 6-0
• Approved variance for 3814 Westmoreland Road (Metro RV Cleveland LLC) – 4-2
• Approved conditional use permit for 0 Highway 115 East (Robert Bearden) – 6-0
• Elected Larry Freeman as Chairman – 6-0
• Elected John Yarbrough as Vice Chairman – 5-0
• Elected Linda Dixon as Secretary – 5-0

Board of Commissioners

The White County Board of Commissioners will consider several zoning applications, including a telecommunications tower and several residential and commercial redistricting requests. The meeting will also include the approval of contracts for waste hauling, IT services, and equipment purchases, as well as the election of a Vice-Chair.

• Conditional use permit for telecommunications tower at 2154 Post Road
• Redistricting from R-1 to C-2 Highway Business District at 5284 Highway 129 South
• Redistricting from A-1 to R-1 Residential Single-Family District at 709 Claude Sims Road
• Redistricting from A-1 to C-2 Highway Business District at 42 Stonewall Drive
• Contract amendment with Mark Robinson Hauling for solid waste services

The Board approved four land‑use applications, including a conditional use permit for a telecommunications tower at 2154 Post Road and rezoning requests for properties on Highway 129 South, Claude Sims Road, and a variance for a property on Taxiway Lane. It denied a rezoning for a convenience‑store site on Stonewall Drive and a short‑term‑rental map amendment for 1201 Hooper Road. The Board also granted preliminary road acceptance for Boulder Lane, awarded a $30,490 HVAC contract for the Administration Building, and approved an intergovernmental agreement with the Board of Education for 2026 election services.

• Approved minutes of Dec 1, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for TowerCo LLC at 2154 Post Road (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 5284 Highway 129 South to C‑2 Business District (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 709 Claude Sims Road to R‑1 Residential District (unanimous)
• Denied rezoning of 42 Stonewall Drive to C‑2 Business District (unanimous)
• Denied short‑term rental map amendment for 1201 Hooper Road (4‑1)
• Approved variance appeal for Taxiway Lane property (4‑1)
• Granted preliminary road acceptance for Boulder Lane (unanimous)