Dawson County commissioners approve alcohol license, authorize Johns Creek EMT clinical MOU and reject security-barrier bids

Dawson County commissioners on Thursday, July 3, 2025, approved several routine and operational items, including an on-premise alcohol license for a new restaurant, a clinical-education memorandum of understanding with the Johns Creek Fire Department and Emergency Medical Services, and the rejection of bids for concrete crash-related security barriers.

The actions were taken during a short voting session at the Dawson County Courthouse. The board voted on each item by voice; where recorded, votes were unanimous among the three commissioners present. Commissioner Bruce was absent.

The board approved an alcohol license application from Chen Yee Inc., d/b/a Akami Sushi and Grill, 145 Forest Boulevard, Suite 465, Dawsonville. Licensing staff told the board the applicant “has provided all required state and county documentation, and the licensee has successfully passed and completed the criminal history check.” Commissioner Stowers made the motion to approve the license; Commissioner Turquette seconded. The board approved the license by a recorded 3–0 vote.

Separately, the board considered Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. 476-25 for materials and labor for concrete…