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Clayton County BOC Regular Business Meeting - February 12, 2026

Board of Commissioners — Thursday, February 12, 2026
BodyClayton County, Georgia
SessionBoard of Commissioners
DateThursday, February 12, 2026
StatusFILED
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Transcript — Verbatim
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6 o'clock p.m.

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Next, we will do our roll call.

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Um, district one district three present district four present and district two here.

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All right, great, great, great.

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All right, our invocation tonight will be by Reverend Charles Wright, Senior Pastor of the Emmanuel Light of the World.

0:21

Would you please come forward?

0:24

After that, we will do the pledge of allegiance to our flag.

0:27

Please stand.

0:30

Thank you for this opportunity, Commissioners.

0:32

Let's pray.

0:34

Father, we thank you for this day, Father.

0:37

And even before we ask for anything, we thank you for everything.

0:41

We thank you for life.

0:42

We thank you for strengthening our bodies, Lord.

0:45

We thank you, Lord, uh, that you have given us this day today, for this is the day that you've made, and we will rejoice and be glad in it.

0:52

This is my prayer today, God, that even as we are coming together for the purposes of making this county, Lord, even more prosperous than it already is, even as we are deliberating on different uh pieces of information as it relates to this county.

1:07

I pray for the peace of God even in this room tonight.

1:10

The Bible tells us in Romans 12, 18, if it be possible to have peace with all men, and I pray tonight, Lord, that there will be peace that will cover this entire room tonight.

1:22

I thank you, Lord, for every commissioner, Lord, that is represented.

1:26

I thank you for Dr.

1:27

Henry for Reeves, for Commissioner Hembrick, Commissioner Allen, Commissioner Davis, continue to give them godly wisdom to lead this county.

1:38

I thank you, Lord.

1:39

Let them be reminded, God, that even them, they're not in this alone, but they have you to lead and to guide them.

1:45

So for that reason, Father, we'll give you great praise.

1:48

We'll give you great glory in Jesus' name, amen.

1:51

Amen.

1:52

I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands.

2:01

One nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.

2:07

Thank you.

2:13

Madam Clerk.

2:16

Thank you, madam.

2:18

Thank you, Madam Chair.

2:20

First, on the agenda would be the adoption of the agenda.

2:24

Do any board members have any amendments during this time?

2:28

Yes.

2:28

Board members, do we have any amendments to the agenda at this time?

2:32

I would like to move items 18, 19, and 21 to the regular agenda, please.

2:40

Clear.

2:41

You got a madam clerk?

2:42

Yes, ma'am.

2:43

18, 19, and 21.

2:45

All right.

2:46

Any other board members at this time?

2:48

Yes.

2:48

All right.

2:49

Okay.

2:49

I would like to move number 22 and 33.

2:55

To the regular agenda.

3:01

So we have items 18, 19, 21, 22, and 33.

3:07

Is that correct?

3:08

I'd also like to move item 34 to the regular agenda.

3:16

So again, 15, 19, 21, 22, 33, and 34.

3:22

Is that correct?

3:23

Yes, ma'am.

3:24

All right.

3:31

33 and 34.

3:34

Also, do we have any um items that we need to add to the agenda as well?

3:40

Um, you come and speak to that.

3:43

Good evening, uh Madam Chair, uh, Madam Vice Chair and Board Members.

3:47

Resolution 2025, I'd like to add, which was a resolution authorizing the Amnesty Day initiative for trash debris disposal to authorize the chair and woman to execute all documents necessary and otherwise to perform all acts necessary to accomplish the intent of the resolution to authorize the chief financial officer to amend the budget where necessary to reflect an appropriate revenue source and expense also may be required to provide an effective day to this resolution for other purposes.

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting
Public Comment█████████████████████████████29%
Zoning And Land Use██████████████████████████26%
Procedural██████████10%
Public Engagement█████████9%
Economic Development██████6%
Budget Equity Analysis███3%
Affordable Housing███3%
Animal Welfare██2%
Public Safety██2%
Summary of Proceedings

Clayton County Board of Commissioners Regular Business Meeting - February 12, 2026

The Clayton County Board of Commissioners held a regular business meeting on February 12, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. The meeting included presentations, public comments, consent agenda approval, discussion of a Delta Foundation funding initiative, passage of a Purple Heart County designation, approval of a policy for open budget meetings, zoning decisions on several development proposals, personnel actions, and approval of a litigation settlement. The meeting lasted approximately three and a half hours, including a brief executive session.

Consent Calendar

  • Agenda Adoption: The board amended the agenda to move items 18, 19, 21, 22, 33, and 34 to the regular agenda and added an emergency resolution (2025-78) authorizing an Amnesty Day for trash debris disposal (dates: April 18–19 and April 25–26). The agenda was adopted unanimously.
  • Consent Agenda Items: The consent agenda (items 1–17, 20, 23–32) was approved unanimously. This included routine approvals such as meeting minutes, procurement reports, contract awards and amendments, budget amendments, property dispositions, refunds, and resolutions for intergovernmental agreements, grant applications, and fee schedule updates.

Public Comments & Testimony

  • Dr. Henry Anderson (District 3): Presented performance evaluation criteria for commissioners, focusing on accountability, willingness to listen to citizens, and swift implementation of good ideas.
  • Orlando Gooden (District 3): Requested quarterly work sessions for public Q&A, a forensic audit, and criticized waste and consultant spending. He also raised concerns about the sheriff's budget and mandatory trash collection.
  • Rhonda Ashley (District 3): Urged the board to reconsider opting out of House Bill 581 (property tax cap at inflation) and opt in before the April 30 deadline, citing personal financial strain from increased assessments.
  • Pat Bryant (District 3): Asked for street sweepers on main roads to improve aesthetics, and opposed further gas stations and apartments, citing a recent fatality at a new Circle K.
  • Brenda Harrison (District 3): Promoted the Clayton County Office of Digital Equity and its free digital skills training for residents of all ages.
  • Jean-Claude Bourget (District 4): Requested that the budget process include public hearings and full transparency.
  • Jean-Pierre Bourget (District 4): Reported on an economic development tour, noting developer interest but lack of coordination between the economic development office and development authority. He recommended a strategic economic vision and cautioned against over-development of gas stations and fast-food restaurants.
  • Christopher Gallagher (Clayton County): Complained about illegal signage along roadways making the county look trashy, asking for code enforcement.
  • Johnny Lee (District 2): Proposed creating citizen advisory committees to review zoning changes and their long-term impact on roads and neighborhoods.

Presentations & Proclamations

  • Proclamation – James Townsend Pet Adoption Center: Chairwoman Dr. Alieka Anderson-Henry presented a proclamation honoring the late CCPD Animal Control Supervisor James Townsend, who served for 27 years. The board officially renamed the animal adoption facility as the James Townsend Pet Adoption Center, with a dedication ceremony scheduled for April 28, 2025 (Townsend’s 59th birthday). Commissioner Gail Hambrick praised Townsend’s dedication.
  • SPLOST 2026 Presentation: Deputy COO Landry Markerson outlined the timeline and statutory requirements for a potential 2026 Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) continuation. Key dates: last board meeting to call a referendum is August 5, 2025; election November 4, 2025. The current SPLOST ends December 2026. The board discussed forming a citizen committee to vet projects and the need for intergovernmental agreements with municipalities by July 2025.

Discussion Items

  • Delta Foundation Funding (Item 35): Commissioner DeMont Davis requested clarity on a $16.5 million support plan from the Delta Air Lines Foundation announced for Clayton County. Chairwoman Anderson-Henry explained that no binding agreement exists between the county and Delta; the funds are philanthropic gifts to various nonprofits (including Clayton County Public Schools Foundation, Junior Achievement, Middle Georgia State University, Flint River Boys & Girls Club, Clayton County Chamber, Aerotropolis, and a community foundation donor-advised fund). The chair stated the plan does not affect the county’s ability to pursue jet fuel tax revenue. Commissioner Davis expressed concern over lack of transparency and zero direct funding to county municipalities or the county itself. After discussion, no formal action was taken.
  • Ordinance 2025-73 – Agenda Amendment (Item 36): Commissioner Alaina Reaves proposed changes to the agenda ordinance to add contingency language for delayed online postings. After discussion, the item was tabled to the May 13 work session with a vote expected on May 20.

Key Outcomes

  • Resolution 2025-76 – Purple Heart County: Approved unanimously. This resolution formally designates Clayton County as a Purple Heart County, allowing signage and official recognition.
  • Resolution 2025-77 – Initiate Rezoning (1730 E Pleasant Hill Rd): Approved unanimously. The resolution initiates a rezoning and future land use amendment for parcels at the site of the new North Clayton High School to clean up zoning maps.
  • Budget Amendments (Items 18, 19, 21, 22): All approved by 4-0 votes (Commissioner Davis abstained on Item 22? Actually transcript shows all ayes, no abstentions on these).
    • Item 18: $118,211 for beautification landscaping.
    • Item 19: $99,000 for refuse control part-time wages and sanitation.
    • Item 21: $625,000 for building repair and maintenance contracts.
    • Item 22: $219,481 from school bus traffic fine revenue (60% to camera company, 20% to school board, 20% county).
  • Resolution 2025-75 – Open Budget Meeting Policy: Approved unanimously. Establishes open initial budget request meetings.
  • Board Appointments: Dr. Monica Hooker appointed to MARTA Citizens Advisory Board (term through April 2027). Mayor Marcy Flew Allen appointed to Solid Waste Management Authority (term through December 2028). Both approved.
  • Zoning Decisions:
    • BOC-2411-0462 (Connie Circle, Rex): Approved 4-0. Rezoning from RS-110 to RS-180 for five single-family homes on septic, with conditions including 50% brick front, covered patios, and sidewalks.
    • BOC-2502-0481/0480 (6368 Highway 42, Rex): Withdrawn by applicant; withdrawal accepted unanimously.
    • BOC-2501-0474/0473 (6115 W Fayetteville Rd – 114 townhomes): Future land use map amendment and rezoning approved by 4-0. Conditions include 6-foot privacy fence, landscaping, donation of ~7 acres to Flat Shoals Park for walking trails, single access on W Fayetteville (no entry on Creel/Flat Shoals), one centralized trash service, and minimum 25% units targeting young professionals (2-bedroom with flex space).
    • BOC-2408-0446 (7257 Mt Zion Blvd – commercial multi-tenant): Future land use map amendment from Agriculture to General Commercial approved unanimously. Companion rezoning to be heard June 17.
  • Litigation Settlement: In the matter of Brittany Williams vs. Levon Allen, the board approved a judgment of $64,811.96 in lost wages plus interest and attorney fees totaling $287,495, authorizing budget amendment.
  • Personnel Actions:
    • Leslie Moore promoted from interim to permanent Director of Internal Audits (no salary change).
    • Angela Jackson, Deputy CFO, received a 10% salary increase (to $193,426) for additional duties as budget officer.
    • Patrick Ajike appointed interim Director of Economic Development effective April 24, 2025 (approved 4-1, with one nay).
  • Executive Session: The board entered executive session to discuss real estate, personnel, and litigation, then returned and adjourned.

Meeting Transcript

6 o'clock p.m. Next, we will do our roll call. Um, district one district three present district four present and district two here. All right, great, great, great. All right, our invocation tonight will be by Reverend Charles Wright, Senior Pastor of the Emmanuel Light of the World. Would you please come forward? After that, we will do the pledge of allegiance to our flag. Please stand. Thank you for this opportunity, Commissioners. Let's pray. Father, we thank you for this day, Father. And even before we ask for anything, we thank you for everything. We thank you for life. We thank you for strengthening our bodies, Lord. We thank you, Lord, uh, that you have given us this day today, for this is the day that you've made, and we will rejoice and be glad in it. This is my prayer today, God, that even as we are coming together for the purposes of making this county, Lord, even more prosperous than it already is, even as we are deliberating on different uh pieces of information as it relates to this county. I pray for the peace of God even in this room tonight. The Bible tells us in Romans 12, 18, if it be possible to have peace with all men, and I pray tonight, Lord, that there will be peace that will cover this entire room tonight. I thank you, Lord, for every commissioner, Lord, that is represented. I thank you for Dr. Henry for Reeves, for Commissioner Hembrick, Commissioner Allen, Commissioner Davis, continue to give them godly wisdom to lead this county. I thank you, Lord. Let them be reminded, God, that even them, they're not in this alone, but they have you to lead and to guide them. So for that reason, Father, we'll give you great praise. We'll give you great glory in Jesus' name, amen. Amen. I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands. One nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Thank you. Madam Clerk. Thank you, madam. Thank you, Madam Chair. First, on the agenda would be the adoption of the agenda. Do any board members have any amendments during this time? Yes. Board members, do we have any amendments to the agenda at this time? I would like to move items 18, 19, and 21 to the regular agenda, please. Clear. You got a madam clerk? Yes, ma'am. 18, 19, and 21. All right. Any other board members at this time? Yes. All right. Okay. I would like to move number 22 and 33. To the regular agenda. So we have items 18, 19, 21, 22, and 33. Is that correct?

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