Oconee County Council opposes Forest Service Chauga plan, approves local projects and finalizes property purchase
Feb 1, 2026
Council members opposed the Forest Service plan for the Chauga Unit and agreed to request a meeting with Rep. Butler Derrick; they also finalized the Lay property purchase, authorized Duke Power to install a radio receiver at the Sheriff's Communication Center, signed realtor contracts for sewer right-of-way work, and set an architect meeting to address a water problem at the new Law Enforcement Center.
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Oconee County Council recorded several administrative and policy actions Aug. 12, 1976, including completion of a property purchase, approval of local infrastructure measures, and a directive to seek federal discussion on a Forest Service plan.
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