The Habersham County Board of Commissioners will meet Monday, April 20, for a work session and regular meeting at the Habersham County Courthouse in Clarkesville.
The work session begins at 5 p.m., followed by the regular meeting at 6 p.m. Both will be held in the jury assembly room at 295 Llewellyn Street.
Several key topics are expected to be discussed and acted upon, including the county’s upcoming budget, development regulations, and participation in a national opioid settlement.
💬 Work Session to Focus on Budget, Development Rules
During the 5 p.m. work session, commissioners will discuss two major items:
- The Fiscal Year 2027 budget
- The county’s Unified Development Ordinance (UDO)
Both topics have been areas of ongoing public interest, with the budget shaping county spending priorities and the UDO guiding future growth and land use decisions.
🗳️ Opioid Settlement Participation Among Key Votes
During the 6 p.m. regular meeting, commissioners are expected to vote on several items, including participation in the national opioid settlement with six remaining defendants.
The agreement includes companies such as Associated Pharmacies, Inc., Morris and Dickson Co., and United Natural Foods, Inc., and would authorize the county to join broader efforts to address the impacts of the opioid crisis.
🚧 Contracts, Equipment, and Road Funding on Agenda
Additional items up for consideration include:
- A contract with Yellowstone Landscaping for storm debris removal and consolidation
- Approval of the county’s 2026 Local Road Assistance (LRA) grant application and project list
- A purchase agreement with Frazer for remounting a medical unit
- An intergovernmental agreement amendment with the City of Demorest for fire protection services and surplus equipment purchases
- Transfer of a surplus 1995 Chevrolet tanker truck chassis to the Georgia Forestry Commission
Commissioners will also consider renewing contracts with Legacy Link for senior center services, including an addendum to the current fiscal year agreement.
👏 Recognitions and Proclamations Scheduled
The meeting will also include several presentations and recognitions, including:
- Honoring James L. Smith for 40 years of service and retirement
- Proclaiming May 3–9, 2026 as Economic Development Week
- Proclaiming May 3–9, 2026 as Georgia Small Business Appreciation Week
🗣️ Public Comment and Appointments
Residents will have an opportunity to speak during the public comment portion of the meeting, including a scheduled comment regarding the Fiscal Year 2027 budget.
Commissioners will also consider appointments to:
- The Planning Commission
- The Recreation Advisory Board
📍 Meeting Details
- Work Session: 5:00 p.m.
- Regular Meeting: 6:00 p.m.
- Location: Habersham County Courthouse, Jury Assembly Room
- Address: 295 Llewellyn St., Clarkesville
Both meetings are open to the public.
