Board of Commissioners Board Meeting (07/14/2026)

The Paulding County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on July 14, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related actions. The board approved the fire department capital outlay budget for fiscal year 2027 totaling approximately $1.99 million, funded by the fire tax. They authorized multiple contracts and agreements, including a $67,600 annual service and support agreement with Kindle Supply Company, a $61,000 contract with Edson Underground LLC for pipe installation on State Route 92, and a local government lighting project agreement with the Georgia Department of Transportation for a roundabout project. Additionally, the board approved zoning and site plan amendments related to commercial and self-storage developments, as well as rezoning for the Paulding County Airport Aerospace Park. Public comments focused heavily on concerns about proposed data center developments, highlighting issues such as water usage, environmental impact, noise pollution, and transparency in the approval process. The meeting concluded without an executive session.