Franklin County commissioners confirm McFarlin’s return to regional commission
A 5-0 June 1 vote turned a work-session recommendation into a formal reappointment, though the meeting minutes do not state the appointment term.
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Canon poultry-house rezoning clears Franklin County, with development timeline still unresolved
Commissioners approved intensive-agriculture zoning for 140.31 acres on Grady School Road and required a 100-foot driveway, but the record does not show later permits or construction.
Reporting problems delay Franklin County’s 2026 assessment notices and tax digest
County assessors were told May 29 that unresolved issues in a key consolidation and growth report would push back two central steps in the property-tax process…
Gumlog resident asks Franklin County to weigh animal-control rules for all communities
Commissioners heard a call for an animal-control ordinance and equal treatment at a May 26 work session, but the meeting record shows no board action.
Franklin County’s animal-control plans remain unresolved after May discussion
Commissioners sought details on citations, fees and enforcement equipment, but the cited May 26 work-session record does not show an ordinance vote or a commitment to fund enforcement.
Franklin County’s 911 Towers Advance as Recreation Committee Seat Remains Undecided
Commissioners heard that the three radio-tower structures are complete and equipment is being installed, but their May work session produced no documented appointment or formal delay for the…
Franklin County’s 911 Radio-Tower Build Moves to Equipment Installation, With Service Still Unconfirmed
County Manager Terry Harris says construction of three towers is complete and equipment installation is underway, but the county has not publicly identified coverage…
Franklin County recreation committee vacancy remains unresolved after commissioners revisit appointment
A May 26 work-session discussion revived a nomination tabled last November and raised concerns about the committee’s meeting schedule, but the record shows no vote or appointment.
Franklin County completes 911 tower construction, but radio system is not yet ready for testing
All three tower structures were finished by May 26, county officials said; crews were still installing the equipment needed to bring the new public-safety network toward operation.
Franklin County Weighs New Animal-Control Rules Without a Recorded Vote
Commissioners sought details on fees, outreach and equipment as they reviewed an ordinance update tied to the Northeast Georgia Animal Shelter agreement.
Franklin County approves Pleasant Hill Circle rezone for residential access
Commissioners’ reported unanimous vote changes 0.65 acres in Martin to a rural-residential classification, though the public record does not show when the vote occurred or how the change…
Sandy Cross Road building variance remains tabled in Franklin County
Zachary and Kayleen Hill seek permission to put a metal accessory building on their Carnesville tract before constructing a home, an exception planners recommended denying.