Peachtree City Planning Commission - Aug 20, 2026

The Peachtree City Planning Commission meeting on August 20, 2026, primarily focused on a contentious proposal regarding solid waste management services. The city council discussed an RFP for exclusive solid waste collection and related services, which would establish a single contractor for trash pickup, eliminating residents' choice of providers. Extensive public comment revealed strong opposition from residents concerned about monopolistic practices, potential cost increases, loss of service flexibility, and impacts on HOA agreements. The council ultimately voted 4-1 to terminate actions on the exclusive solid waste collection RFP, maintaining the current multi-provider system. Additionally, the meeting addressed a variance request for property encroachment into a drainage easement, with the council tabling the matter for further review. The council also adopted the fiscal year 2027 operating and capital improvement budget totaling approximately $60.7 million, approved budgets for the Peachtree City Convention and Visitors Bureau and Keep Peachtree City Beautiful, and received a final draft annexation study outlining potential city growth areas and fiscal impacts. The annexation study was approved as a planning document to guide future decisions. The meeting concluded with a motion to enter executive session for pending litigation.