Rebecca Jones

The meeting included updates on the old historic courthouse renovations, specifically the Georgia Heritage Grant and the selection of Blevins Construction Management, Inc. for the roof substructure work. Discussions were held regarding virtual public information sessions to educate local citizens, with members planning presentations on the formation of the HPC and the Centennial 100 Year Farms recognition. Grant opportunities, including Georgia Power's Community grant program and USDA's grant for HVAC, were explored. The commission voted to amend the bylaws to move the regular monthly meeting to the third Thursday of each month at 2:00 p.m. Phase 2 of the Historic Survey of the Piney Community was discussed and tabled until more information could be obtained.

The Dade County Special Use Permit Board Meeting was convened to discuss the issuance of a permit for NewTerra Compost LLC, a business already in operation. The meeting included a presentation by NewTerra Compost LLC, detailing their operations, composting methods, and the origin of their materials. Board members and citizens raised concerns and questions regarding the business's impact on road conditions, property values, potential environmental issues such as water runoff and mosquito infestation, and traffic. The board also discussed the need for proper monitoring and analysis of the business operations. No decision was made during the meeting, as the board decided to review the information provided.

The meeting included a review and approval of the Special Use Permit format. The NewTerra owner had additional questions, and Chairman Townsend advised providing a site plan, but the owner couldn't provide it at the time and did not provide a timeline for when the board would receive it.

The meeting included discussions regarding the construction management of the historic courthouse renovation project, with a suggestion to consider hiring a construction management company. There was also a discussion about hosting virtual public information sessions to educate local citizens and partnering with the Alliance for Dade to expand public information efforts. The commission also discussed amending the bylaws to change the regular monthly meeting to the third Thursday of each month. Updates were provided on the formation of the 'State of Dade Historic Preservation, Inc.' to facilitate accepting donations and applying for grants.

The meeting included discussions on amending the bylaws to change the regular meeting date, the Historic Courthouse Renovation Project, and a partnership with the Alliance for Dade regarding a public education and information campaign. Also discussed were capital fundraising campaigns, sponsorship of a renovated room in the historic courthouse, and the 2022 Historical Society Christmas calendar. Updates on grant opportunities and the Phase 2 Survey of the Piney area were deferred. The establishment of the State of Dade Historic Preservation, Inc. nonprofit organization was reported, and a motion was passed to reimburse Mr. William Back for legal work related to establishing the nonprofit.