Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from John David Stallings’s organization
Oct 5, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
The Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Minutes
The commission reviewed Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) requests, tabling the request for 202 W. Main Street and approving the request for 111 S. Center Street. A Letter of Support for the Georgia Heritage Grant was approved to assist in developing a Master Plan for the Upson County Courthouse. Furthermore, the commission continued discussions regarding the update of the local HPC ordinance using a template, and deliberated on the process for locally designating additional historic properties.
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The board discussed and approved facade grant requests for two local businesses, Sabrosos and Secure Storage Solutions, covering restoration and aesthetic improvements. Updates were provided regarding the application process for the Thomaston Main Street Advisory Board, the upcoming Thomaston Exchange grand opening, and the ongoing National Registry process for local historic districts. Additionally, the board entered an executive session to discuss real estate matters, resulting in the approval of a land parcel donation and the authorization of associated legal documentation and title insurance costs.
Sep 8, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Minutes
The commission conducted interviews for new members to fill a vacancy and reviewed Certificates of Appropriateness for property improvement projects at 111 W. Gordon Street and 600 N. Church Street. Discussions included the potential adoption of the Bainbridge ordinance as a model for local regulations, the development of a memorial wall project, and local designation efforts for historic properties, specifically the Roots to Rise project. Updates were provided on National Registry applications and existing city ordinances regarding downtown window displays.
Aug 3, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Minutes
The commission reviewed and approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for roof replacement materials at 115 E. Main Street, allowing aluminum sheet metal as a substitute for terra-cotta in non-visible areas. The board discussed ongoing updates to the local HPC ordinance, including future steps for National Registry approval and updating design guidelines. Additionally, the commission reached a consensus to proceed with planning a memorial wall to recognize historical elements of Downtown Thomaston. Administrative updates included notices about upcoming historic preservation training, the need to fill a commission vacancy, and the potential establishment of a local Sacred Places Rehabilitation Fund.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
