Barrow County

The board discussed several key topics including a presentation on TSPLOST and road resurfacing projects, a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for a property on Parker Drive, the adoption of a Trails Master Plan, and a public hearing to adopt a resolution for the Capital Improvement Element and the implementation of development impact fees.

The commission reviewed several rezoning and special use requests. Key actions included approving a rezoning request from agricultural to residential with a square footage adjustment for the home, approving a rezoning from neighborhood commercial to light industrial with associated variance requests, and approving special use requests for outdoor storage and the construction of a metal building with accessory size variances.

The Board of Commissioners conducted a voting session that included a presentation on TSPLOST and road resurfacing projects. The board approved a rezoning request for a property on Parker Drive, adopted the Barrow County Trails Master Plan, and passed resolutions regarding the adoption of a Capital Improvement Element with Development Impact Fees and the abandonment of certain County Right-of-Way. Additionally, the Board authorized the purchase of a new Vactor Sewer Cleaner for the Water Resources Department.

The Board of Commissioners discussed and approved a proclamation recognizing April as Child Abuse Prevention Month for the Prevent Child Abuse Collaborative. New business items included the approval of an intergovernmental agreement between Barrow County and Hall County for a shared regional radio system, the acceptance of a sewer easement from Winder Property, LLC, and the declaration of specific department vehicles as surplus property. The board also conducted an executive session to discuss personnel matters.

The board received a presentation regarding the Barrow County Trails Master Plan. Key actions included the approval of a design-build contract for a splash pad project at Victor Lord Park and the ratification of an emergency procurement for salt material for the Roads and Bridges Division. Additionally, the board approved resolutions concerning the transfer of wastewater service area parcels to Gwinnett County and a water utility service area exchange with the City of Winder. Finally, the board authorized the retention of outside counsel to provide guidance on matters related to the Ethics Board.