Recent activity at Georgia Department of Natural Resources
Meetings, budgets, and plans from this organization.
Oct 27, 2026·Board meeting agenda
Board Of Natural Resources Agenda
The meeting agenda includes a resolution honoring the 50th anniversary of the Sapelo Island National Estuarine Research Reserve. The Coastal Resources Committee will discuss proposed amendments regarding private docks in state-owned tidal waters, while the Environmental Protection Committee will address proposed amendments to rules for safe drinking water. The Land Committee agenda features the acquisition of land for the Charlton County Project, approval for the demolition of the Squirrels Nest Camping Area at Unicoi State Park, and several requests for revocable license agreements and permanent easements at various state parks and wildlife management areas. Additionally, the board will handle the appointment of a nominating committee for 2027 board officers.
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The board meeting agenda includes committee meetings regarding saltwater fishing regulation amendments, solid waste management, and lead-based paint hazard management. Key land committee items include the acquisition of property from Howell Family Lands, LLC for the Sheffield WMA project, amendments to the Boring-Kirkman Conservation Easement, and granting a revocable license and permanent easement for the Tallulah Gorge WMA. Additionally, approval is requested to demolish several cabin clusters at Fort Yargo State Park. The meeting also covers reports from the EPD Director and DNR Commissioner, including division and capital outlay status updates.
Sep 22, 2026·Board meeting
Board Of Natural Resources Minutes
The board meeting covered reports on statewide drought conditions and federal drought assistance, the annual Hunting and Fishing Night event, and recognition of the department as an Okefenokee Champion. Updates were provided on the launch of AI features on the department website, new fishing license plates, the proclamation of National Hunting and Fishing Day, and the Hunter Development Program's success. The Coastal Resources Division updated on the Red Snapper Exempted Fishing Permit and recreational fisheries data collection. The Environmental Protection Committee discussed proposed amendments to solid waste management and lead-based paint hazard management rules. The Land Committee authorized land acquisitions, conservation easement amendments, a revocable license agreement at Tallulah Gorge Wildlife Management Area, and the demolition of several cabin clusters at Fort Yargo State Park.
Sep 15, 2026·Capital improvement plan
Georgia Department of Natural Resources Capital Outlay Status Report
A capital outlay status report for the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, updated September 2026, covering infrastructure projects across state parks, wildlife management areas, historic sites, hatcheries, and departmental facilities. The plan includes project statuses across design, construction, and completion phases for a range of recreational and operational assets.
