Keith Pesnell

The meeting included discussions and actions on several key items. The Carroll County and Haralson County SPLOST agreements were approved. A rezoning request for 744 Tucker Trail was approved with specific conditions regarding the construction of a single home and the maintenance of a detention pond. A quit claim deed for Bremen First Baptist Church was approved, and an amendment for a Verizon Wireless tower was also approved. Council Member Dobson Harris announced his resignation to run for Mayor, which led to a call for a special election to fill his vacated seat.

The council meeting included discussions and updates from department heads and agenda items. An evacuation agreement with Highland Rivers Behavioral Health was formalized. Public comments included a discussion about the First Baptist Church's plan to close an alley way for their new youth center and concerns about the location of the upcoming festival sponsored by the Junior Women's Club.

The meeting focused on establishing and adopting a preliminary millage rate for Carroll County, including the Special Service District. The council decided to maintain the current millage rates for Carroll County and the Special Service District. The council also discussed and authorized the execution of the School Resource Officer agreement for the 2025-2026 school year with Bremen City Schools.

The council addressed a quit claim deed, a vape ordinance, and the adoption of the FY 2026 budget, including an increase in trash service costs. They approved paving proposals for city streets and a gravel lot. Re-appointments were made to the Library Board and Recreation Commission. Additionally, the council discussed and approved multiple rezoning requests for properties on Atlantic Avenue, Waddell Street, and Pacific Avenue.

The council discussed a vape ordinance, mirroring EPD and GA Forestry's language/policies for open burning, and the purchase of multiple properties from Bremen City School District. Concerns were raised regarding a Tower Lease Agreement with Bremen City Schools, leading to a motion to table the decision. The council addressed the possibility of extending golf cart permits to outside city residents and sought clarity on regulations for beverage trucks.