Fulton County Board of Commissioners Meeting - July 15, 2026

The Fulton County Board of Commissioners held their regular meeting on July 15, 2026, addressing a variety of procurement and budget-related matters. Key procurement actions included approval of contracts for temporary staffing services for elections totaling nearly $9 million with Abacus as the selected vendor, and multiple cooperative purchasing agreements for items such as tires, HVAC equipment, seating for the superior court juror assembly room, and cleaning and maintenance services for sewer lines and storm drains. The board also approved contract increases and change orders, including a $1.5 million change order with CGI Technology Solutions and a $410,000 increase to a maintenance contract. Additionally, the board approved grants and resolutions supporting affordable housing, economic development, and job creation, including a $250,000 youth job training program and a $6.6 million land contribution for a behavioral health crisis center in North Fulton. A significant policy discussion and resolution were adopted opposing the proposed extension of existing City of Atlanta tax allocation districts (TADs), citing legal and fiscal concerns, and establishing a policy framework for future TAD participation. Several appointments to boards and committees were confirmed. The meeting also included public comments on various topics and detailed discussions on election processes and jail staffing challenges.