Columbia County | Board of Commissioners Meeting (August 18th)

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on August 18, 2026, where they approved the 2026 millage rate resolution, maintaining one of the lowest rates in the state. Several zoning and variance requests were discussed, including a postponed decision on a proposed glamping campground pending further information on fire access and operational details. The board also approved rezoning requests for professional office use and other property variances. Public comments focused heavily on concerns about a large data center project, including environmental impacts, tax implications, and enforcement of operational restrictions. The board approved an employment contract for a Rightway specialist and concluded with no official actions taken in executive session regarding personnel matters.