Rockdale County Board Of Commissioners Meeting 08/11/2026

The Rockdale County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on August 11, 2026, which included a proclamation honoring National Purple Heart Day and public comments on the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) update. The board discussed and approved the first part of the UDO update, covering general provisions, construction rules, environmental standards, and land development permitting, with some sections deferred for further review. Several procurement and contract items were presented and approved, including professional services for marketing the Tax Commissioner's Office, software renewals for Emergency Management, debris removal contracts, and various requisitions for county projects such as a pickleball complex design, playground enhancements, and security equipment for the jail. The board also approved grant-funded service agreements related to youth intervention programs and juvenile justice. Additionally, a significant capital purchase of a fire rescue pumper truck for $589,559 was approved through the capital improvement project fund. Volunteer appointments and surplus equipment disposals were also ratified. The meeting emphasized budget transparency, community engagement, and ongoing development initiatives in Rockdale County.