Planning Commission Approves Economic Development Plan Amendments Ahead of Public Hearing

The Decatur County Redevelopment Commission convened on July 23, 2025, to discuss several key issues, including the approval of previous meeting minutes and upcoming public hearings related to economic development plans.

The meeting began with a motion to approve the minutes from the June meeting, which was unanimously accepted. The commission then addressed a bill from Baker Tilly, which was also approved for payment from the administrative account.

A significant topic of discussion was the amendments to the economic development plan. The planning commission had already approved these amendments, and the county commissioners followed suit earlier that week. The commission plans to hold a public hearing on August 20, 2025, to discuss these amendments further. The amendments aim to assist the Decatur Development Corporation in assessing future workforce housing needs.

In addition to these main topics, there was a brief inquiry about the fire department's ongoing issues regarding plans and septic fields, although no updates were provided. The meeting concluded with a confirmation of the next meeting date and a motion to adjourn, which was also unanimously accepted.

Overall, the meeting highlighted the commission's ongoing efforts to enhance economic development and address community needs through public engagement and planning. The upcoming public hearing is expected to provide an opportunity for community input on the proposed amendments.