Meeting

District 3 Town Hall Meeting | April 20, 2026

Body

Henry County

Date

April 19, 2026

Jurisdiction

State & Local

🏗️ Construction & Infrastructure 🚨 Public Safety Physical Infrastructure Grants & Funding

The Henry County District 3 Town Hall meeting held on April 20, 2026, focused extensively on community services, parks and recreation, and infrastructure projects funded primarily through SPLOST (Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax). Key procurement-related discussions included updates on capital improvement projects such as the construction of a new aquatic center and water park, road widening and intersection improvements, and the maintenance and development of parks and recreational facilities. The meeting detailed the SPLOST project selection and prioritization process, emphasizing community involvement, public meetings, and Board of Commissioners' votes on project funding allocations. Attendees were informed about the availability of project lists and status updates on the county website, including contract awards and project progress. The meeting also addressed operational budgets, such as the $3.5 million annual maintenance cost for the aquatic center, and discussed funding strategies that avoid increasing the millage rate. Questions from residents highlighted concerns about road safety, lighting, and equitable development across the county. Overall, the meeting provided transparency on procurement activities related to infrastructure and community services, while encouraging public engagement in future project prioritization and funding decisions.

Source

Henry County