Putnam County commissioners approve up-to-six-month moratorium on new rezoning applications The Putnam County Board of Commissioners on Sept. 16 approved an amended motion to place an up-to-six-month moratorium on new rezoning applications countywide after debate and public comment; the final vote was 3–1, with one commissioner opposed.

Putnam County has enacted a controversial up-to-six-month moratorium on all new rezoning applications after a heated debate and divided vote among commissioners.

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Putnam County commissioners reject six‑month data‑center moratorium, direct staff to draft regulations The board voted down a proposal for a countywide six‑month moratorium on data centers and battery storage but approved a separate motion directing staff to draft an ordinance regulating such facilities and seek public input, with a three‑month deadline for presentation to the board.

Putnam County's commissioners have just voted down a six-month moratorium on data centers, opting instead to draft new regulations—what's next for the county's tech landscape?

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Putnam County approves nearly $5.94 million in road contracts, okays Lithtec on‑demand requests The Putnam County Board of Commissioners approved three road construction contracts totalling $5,942,778 and six Lithtec on‑demand production requests on Sept. 5, 2025; one contract drew a lone dissenting vote from Commissioner Steve Hersey.

Putnam County is investing nearly $5.94 million in vital road improvements, but one commissioner isn’t on board—find out why!

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Putnam Development Authority adopts $100 million bond resolution for Harmony Road project At its Oct. 14 meeting in Eatonton, the Putnam Development Authority unanimously adopted a bond resolution authorizing up to $100,000,000 in taxable industrial development revenue bonds for the Harmony Road GA, LLC project; the action followed an executive session and the execution of an affidavit.

The Putnam Development Authority just greenlit a groundbreaking $100 million bond for the Harmony Road project, setting the stage for a major development in Eatonton!

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Residents and commissioners debate SB 1066 and Rodman Reservoir’s local impacts Public commenters urged support for Senate Bill 1066 to restore river connectivity and invest in Putnam County, while commissioners debated hydrological studies and potential impacts on local wells and infrastructure; the board heard competing scientific and economic claims but took no formal legislative vote.

Putnam County residents are urging commissioners to back Senate Bill 1066, a proposed legislation that promises to enhance water security, boost local recreation, and address safety risks tied to the aging Kirkpatrick Dam.

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Putnam County Assessor seeks switch to four-year reappraisal cycle, commission approves plan for 2030 Assessor Steve Pierce asked the commission to move from a five-year to a four-year property reappraisal cycle to keep appraisals aligned with market values; commissioners approved the plan, which is scheduled for implementation in 2030 and will be submitted to the State Board of Equalization.

Putnam County is making a bold move to change its property reappraisal cycle from five years to four, aiming for fairer tax assessments and better alignment with market values!

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Putnam commissioners approve letter backing alternative Kanawha River intake for water district Putnam County commissioners voted to sign a letter supporting the Putnam Public Service District’s application for grant funding to build an alternative raw water intake on the Kanawha River, citing vulnerability of existing intakes to contamination and drought risks.

Putnam County is taking proactive steps to secure safe drinking water by supporting a grant for a new alternative intake on the Kanawha River.

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Putnam County hears recreation grant requests, awards VOCA victim‑services grant and tables recreation fund decisions Commission authorized a $67,470 VOCA grant for prosecutor’s office victim advocates, heard multiple requests from towns and nonprofits for Stephen A. Andy Recreation Enhancement funds totaling $172,223, and voted to table recreation awards until budget hearings in March due to a $100,000 allocation shortfall.

Putnam County is facing tough decisions as grant requests for community enhancements surpass available funds, leaving many projects in limbo.

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SMA opens primary-care clinic, readies 15‑bed reentry facility; county highlights community paramedicine program At public comment, SMA reported a primary-care clinic operating two days a week and scheduled a Feb. 9 ribbon-cutting for a 15‑bed residential reentry facility. County staff described a community paramedicine program handling opioid, behavioral-health referrals and in‑home assessments for vulnerable adults.

SMA is launching a vital primary-care clinic and a new 15-bed reentry facility, aiming to transform lives in our community—are you ready to learn more about these groundbreaking initiatives?

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Putnam County and Palatka ask staff to draft impact-fee coordination agreement after disputes over transportation fees City and county officials agreed to have staff draft an agreement to coordinate impact fees—particularly transportation fees collected for projects that affect county-owned roads—and to return recommendations within about 90 days. City staff said the city has collected about $500,000 in impact fees, roughly $200,000 of which is earmarked for transportation.

Putnam County and Palatka are teaming up to draft a crucial agreement on transportation impact fees, aiming to streamline charges and enhance road improvements in the area.

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Putnam County showcases port handling of 30,000‑lb bridge girders and awaits bulkhead grant decision Port staff and partners showed video of two 30,000‑pound bridge girders shipped through the Port of Putnam for the Shands Bridge project and said port operations demonstrate capacity pending a Port Infrastructure Development Grant outcome.

Putnam County's port showcased its capacity to handle massive 30,000-pound bridge girders, setting the stage for economic growth and job creation as they await a crucial grant decision.

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Putnam County Commission denies Novastis waste‑to‑fuel facility after public opposition and Jackson‑law review After a Jackson‑law hearing and extensive public testimony about odors, traffic and neighborhood impacts, the Putnam County Commission voted 19–2 to deny Novastis’s application to expand a waste‑to‑fuel processing facility near residential areas and Cane Creek Park.

Putnam County commissioners have denied Novastis’s controversial waste-to-fuel facility application after fierce public opposition and concerns over air quality and neighborhood safety.

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Funeral homes urge Putnam County to increase indigent burial reimbursement; commissioners ask staff for options Local funeral directors told the county that the indigent burial/cremation reimbursement ($500 since about 2007) no longer covers costs. Directors asked for a near‑$1,000 increase; commissioners asked staff to research other counties’ policies, prepare an affordability analysis and consider a verification form before any change.

Local funeral homes are calling for a much-needed increase in the county’s burial reimbursement, arguing that the current $500 rate is woefully outdated and insufficient.

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Putnam County OKs $2 million in Port Putnam grant resolutions to fund bulkhead and infrastructure work The county approved two Port Putnam grant resolutions — an $800,000 FDOT‑related bulkhead/docking agreement and a $1.2 million infrastructure improvement grant — to advance bulkhead and docking repairs and broader port infrastructure; both passed by voice vote Nov. 18.

Putnam County just approved $2 million in grants to revitalize its port infrastructure, paving the way for cargo operations to make a comeback!

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Commission approves rezoning of SR‑207 parcel and large‑scale land‑use change for motorplex The board approved a rezoning (REZ25‑000010) to convert about 1.9 acres on State Road 207 to commercial retail (ordinance 2025‑030) and unanimously adopted a large‑scale future land‑use amendment (CPA25‑000003; ordinance 2025‑028) for a proposed motorplex after staff said the amendment cleared expedited state review.

Putnam County just greenlit a major zoning change that could transform State Road 207 into a bustling commercial hub and pave the way for an exciting new motorplex project!

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Meridian Healthcare outlines $500,000/year SAMHSA grant for homelessness outreach in Putnam County Meridian Healthcare presented its TIA (Treatment for Individuals Experiencing Homelessness) federal grant — $500,000 per year, five‑year program — explaining local outreach work, partnerships with Grace Marketplace and the Putnam County Caring Coalition, and the interdisciplinary team delivering mental health, substance‑use and housing navigation services.

Meridian Healthcare is making waves in Putnam County with a $500,000 annual grant aimed at transforming homelessness outreach and connecting individuals to critical mental health and housing services.

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Board asks staff for options to relocate IT and veteran services amid building-condition concerns Commissioners expressed concern about the IT department's current workspace (leaks, soft floors, equipment handling and cybersecurity) and directed staff to return with conceptual options for relocating IT and, potentially, veteran services. Staff was asked to evaluate on-campus renovations and stand-alone construction, and to report code and cost-

Putnam County commissioners are taking action to address serious safety concerns in the IT department, exploring options for relocation that could also benefit veteran services.

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Putnam County makes $400,000 counteroffer to buy Georgia's Lake boat ramp after appraisal review After public comment urging county purchase to secure lake access and firefighting water, commissioners directed staff to make a $400,000 offer for Georgia's Lake boat ramp based on the appraisal map. The board discussed a discrepancy between the purchase-and-sale map and the appraiser's map and flagged liability and required maintenance upgrades.

Putnam County is stepping up with a $400,000 offer to secure public access to Georgia's Lake boat ramp, ensuring vital resources for the community!

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Putnam County backs Tennessee Short Line Railroad resolution Putnam County Commission voted to approve a resolution supporting the Tennessee Short Line Railroad project and asked that the support be recorded for the state, following public comment urging recurring state investment in rail.

Putnam County has officially backed the Tennessee Short Line Railroad project, igniting a push for crucial state investment in rail infrastructure!

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Putnam County commission votes to deny free extension on Old Fairgrounds option as VA picks alternate site Putnam County commissioners voted to refuse a request to grant the developer a free 90-day extension on the option for the Old Fairgrounds property after the Veterans Administration selected a different site for a new clinic. The developer may still extend the option by paying a fee or exercise the purchase option; the option otherwise expires Oct.

Putnam County commissioners have officially denied a developer's request for a free extension on the Old Fairgrounds property, leaving the future of this key site in question.

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Residents ask Putnam County to press state on Teays Valley Road project; commission offers to convene DOT and stakeholders A committee representing about 2,000 stakeholders urged the Putnam County Commission to keep a road‑widening project on the agenda and press the state for a meaningful stakeholders meeting; commissioners agreed to attempt to convene the state DOT and other parties for a joint meeting.

Putnam County residents are demanding transparency and a unified voice in the controversial Teays Valley Road project, as concerns over uncommunicated roundabouts come to light.

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Putnam County boosts two sports grants after heated debate; board approves multiple agenda votes including $1.26M port grant The Putnam County Board of County Commissioners on Oct. 14 approved the Tourism Development Council's recommended awards and, after debate, voted 4–1 to add $3,000 to the John Tyndall D2 Classic award and $2,000 to a Babe Ruth tournament award. The meeting also included formal approvals of a port infrastructure grant and several code‑enforcement

Putnam County's commissioners have sparked a debate by boosting sports grants, emphasizing the economic impact of events like the John Tyndall D2 Classic and Babe Ruth baseball tournament.

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Putnam County OKs rezoning for 443-acre motorsports planned unit development, subject to state review The Putnam County Board of County Commissioners voted Oct. 14 to approve a zoning map amendment to rezone about 443 acres at State Road 100 and County Road 309 from agricultural to planned unit development to allow a motorsports-complex-style development, conditioned on a development agreement and pending an expedited state review of the future‑use

Putnam County has just approved a transformative 443-acre motorsports complex that promises both excitement and educational opportunities—are you ready for the roar of engines in your backyard?

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