City Council reviews outdated ordinance to ensure citizen protection

Upson County officials are calling for a comprehensive review of outdated ordinances following a recent Board of Commissioners meeting. The discussion highlighted concerns about the current regulations, which some members believe no longer serve the community effectively.

Commissioners expressed a strong desire to revisit existing laws to ensure they align with the needs of Upson County citizens. "We need to go back and look at the orders that we have set up. I think it's really, really outdated," one commissioner stated, emphasizing the importance of protecting residents.

The conversation also touched on the legal obligations tied to state law, with officials acknowledging that while they may not favor the current ordinance language, they are bound to follow it. "We're all following state law, and we're all bound to follow state law," another commissioner noted, indicating a commitment to transparency and adherence to legal frameworks.

The board agreed to discuss potential changes to the ordinance at an upcoming work session, signaling a proactive approach to governance. "We can talk about it at the work session, how we want to move forward with this if we want to make some changes," a commissioner stated, reinforcing the need for community engagement in the legislative process.

As the meeting concluded, the board moved forward with a unanimous vote on the current ordinance, but the call for a review suggests that significant changes may be on the horizon for Upson County's regulatory landscape.