Board of Commissioners Meeting | August 17, 2026

The Henry County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on August 17, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The board approved the renewal of the L3 Harris radio system maintenance agreement for fiscal year 2026-2027 at a cost of approximately $652,891, funded through the repairs and maintenance account. They also approved a Department of Human Services contract for elderly and disabled transportation services totaling $447,844. Additionally, the board discussed the 2026-2027 millage rate, with presentations on property tax calculations, exemptions, and the potential impact of a proposed local option sales tax (LOST) referendum (referred to as FLOSS) that could reduce property tax rates if approved by voters. A motion to maintain the current millage rate was passed after debate on the financial implications of a proposed one mill reduction. The board also approved a commercial development project with conditions related to building placement and landscaping, and objected to a proposed annexation due to concerns over land use and public safety. Public comments addressed issues including planning fees, park funding, grant compliance, and opposition to the annexation and data center development. The meeting concluded with approval of previous meeting minutes and announcements of upcoming meetings.