06.23.2026 Stephens County Board of Commissioners live Stream

The Stephens County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on June 23, 2026, which included a public hearing and final reading of the fiscal year 2027 budget. The budget showed a 32.46% increase primarily due to a $12 million bond sale to forward fund SPLOST 8 projects, with a more typical 3.63% increase excluding this bond revenue. The board approved the fiscal year 2027 budget and discussed conservative revenue projections, including property taxes and local option sales tax. Several land use items were also addressed, including variances and rezoning requests, with motions passed on multiple items. Procurement-related actions included approval of a Motorola maintenance service agreement renewal for the E911 system, a GIS maintenance agreement extension with GIS One, a fire protection services agreement with Banks County for the Tates Creek Fire Department, and a fiscal year 2026 audit agreement with Mauldin and Jenkins for $58,500. The board also approved amendments to the ACCG 401A defined contribution plan and reappointments to various boards. Overall, the meeting focused on budget approval, land use decisions, and several contract renewals and agreements essential for county operations and services.