Rockdale County Board Of Commissioners Meeting 9/22/2026

The Rockdale County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on September 22, 2026, which included extensive discussions on the 2027 employee benefits renewal following a competitive RFP process. The county selected Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield and Kaiser for medical plans, with no increase in employee contributions for Anthem plans and a negotiated 9% increase for Kaiser. Dental, vision, life, disability, and voluntary benefits were also reviewed, with enhancements and cost savings presented. The board also addressed the adoption of the updated Unified Development Ordinance (UDO), which included zoning updates, housing initiatives such as tiny homes and cottage villages, and new regulations for data centers. The data center section (Article 9.5.3) was discussed separately due to ongoing moratorium and vesting rights issues, leading to a motion to defer its adoption until October 2026 and extend the moratorium. Several contracts and budget amendments were approved, including street light installations, AI-powered HR benchmarking software, and vehicle purchases for the sheriff's office. Public comments reflected community concerns about development impacts, procedural transparency, and environmental protections. The board emphasized ongoing community engagement and future opportunities for input on development and county services.