During a recent government meeting, officials discussed various topics, including traffic management at local events and two significant annexation proposals.

Concerns were raised about parking and traffic flow during the last weekend of the South Carolina State Fair, particularly on Talbert Street. Attendees reported issues with vehicles parking on sidewalks and blocking access, especially near Gate D. Despite these challenges, officials praised the staff for their efforts in managing the situation.

The meeting also addressed two annexation proposals. The first, Annexation 2024124, involves a 3.356-acre property on Dahlonega Highway, currently vacant and proposed for development by Virtue Investment. The plan includes a 5,000-square-foot office building and a 10,000-square-foot office storage structure. The county has no objections, and the Planning Commission recommended approval after a public hearing yielded no comments.

The second proposal, Annexation 2024127, pertains to a 2-acre site at Turner Road, seeking to transition from county office and institutional zoning to city office professional zoning. This site is intended for medical professional offices, with the county expressing a preference for limiting its use accordingly. The Planning Commission also recommended approval, contingent upon the submission of a site plan.

Both proposals align with the city’s comprehensive plan, and officials emphasized the importance of ensuring proper site planning and community engagement as these developments progress.