Stephens County commissioners approve four land‑use items, multiple appointments, contracts and invoices; chair and vice chair selected for 2026

Stephens County commissioners moved through a full agenda and approved land‑use requests, appointments and several contracts during their regular meeting.

Land use and hearings: The board approved four land‑use items following a public hearing. Item A, a plat review for Caledale Realty to subdivide a parcel on Wards Creek Road into seven lots, was approved after the Planning Commission recommended approval. Item B, a conditional‑use permit for a home‑based commercial bakery listed on the agenda as from Daniel Lehi at 4930 Oak Valley Road, was approved with the board and staff noting that the permit is for the property and a later variance and building permit will determine the accessory structure’s exact placement. During public comment a speaker identified as Daniel Everett said his wife will make cheesecakes for local restaurants. Item C, a rezoning request…