Fulton County Board of Commissioners and Mayors Meeting May 12, 2026

The Fulton County Board of Commissioners and Mayors convened on May 12, 2026, to discuss several key service delivery and infrastructure issues impacting the county and its municipalities. Significant procurement-related topics included updates on the construction of a new senior services center in South Fulton, with plans for a purpose-built facility starting construction in 2027 and completing by 2030. The board also reviewed a $1.3 billion capital improvement program for jail operations, including a new special purpose facility focused on medical and behavioral health needs, with financing and construction timelines extending through 2035. Water supply and wastewater treatment were major discussion points, highlighting ongoing challenges with infrastructure capacity, investment needs, and intergovernmental agreements, particularly between the city of Atlanta and other cities served by its water system. The county plans a $500 million phased expansion of the Camp Creek wastewater treatment plant, with design-build procurement anticipated in 2029. Animal control services and associated cost allocation methods were also reviewed, with options for cities to assume field services and discussions on equitable fee distribution. The meeting emphasized the need for updated intergovernmental agreements by late June to comply with state service delivery strategy submission deadlines, with unresolved issues potentially proceeding to mediation. The board also noted upcoming procurement activities, including an RFP for animal services providers post-2028 contract expiration and coordination on capital improvement projects related to infrastructure. Overall, the meeting focused on aligning service delivery strategies, capital project planning, and intergovernmental cooperation to address countywide growth and service demands.