Russell P. Blenk

The commission reviewed rezoning requests including a request to rezone 2 acres at 127 Halls Road from AG to R-2, and a request to rezone 2.11 acres on Godfrey Road from AG to R-1.

The board reviewed an audit presentation, discussed financial reports, and received an update on economic development activities. Key agenda items included a proposal for the development of an eight-acre tract, discussions regarding industrial park projects, and an executive session to address matters of personnel, litigation, or real estate.

The agenda focuses on administrative procedures for the meeting, specifically providing for the possibility of entering an executive session to discuss personnel, litigation, or real estate matters. It includes requirements for reopening the meeting following any executive session, authorization for the chairman to sign an affidavit regarding the closed session, and potential action resulting from such discussions.

The board discussed and approved a request by Brett A. Smith for a 10-foot side yard setback variance at 119A Blue Branch Drive, which is currently zoned R-2.

The board meeting included special presentations for Theatre in Our Schools Month and Government Finance Professionals Week. Discussion items included a presentation from the Eatonton-Putnam Water and Sewer Authority, approval of a fiscal year 2025 budget amendment, and a denial of a request for a waiver of late fees and interest. The board authorized multiple right-of-way permit requests for AT&T, Tri-County, and Georgia Power, as well as the signing of a transit trust fund project grant. Additionally, the board scheduled a future public hearing for fire protection code changes, made an appointment to the Putnam Development Authority, and authorized staff to conduct a comprehensive assessment of arterial roads and develop compatible land use plans. A motion concerning an amicus brief related to a court order failed to pass.