Commission Approves Economic Development Plan Amendments Ahead of Public Hearing

The Decatur County Redevelopment Commission convened on July 23, 2025, to address several key agenda items, including financial approvals and updates on the economic development plan.

The meeting commenced with the approval of three items of old business, which passed unanimously after a motion and second were made. Following this, the commission discussed a bill from Baker Tilly, which was approved for payment from the administrative account, currently holding over $19.

A significant portion of the meeting focused on amendments to the economic development plan. The planning commission had previously approved these amendments, and the county commissioners followed suit on the preceding Monday. The commission is now preparing for a public hearing scheduled for August 20, 2025, where the amendments will be discussed in detail. The hearing will be the first item on the agenda, allowing for community input on the proposed changes, which aim to address housing workforce needs.

In addition to these discussions, there was a brief inquiry regarding the status of a departmental issue related to septic field plans, but no updates were available. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn, which was also passed without opposition.

Overall, the commission's next steps include the upcoming public hearing, where community members will have the opportunity to engage with the proposed amendments to the economic development plan.