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Residents raise road concerns; commissioners announce fire-department town halls

Houston County Board of Commissioners ยท May 6, 2025
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Summary

Public comments included praise for a water-department employee and a request to pave Hill Road; commissioners thanked attendees, noted National Teacher and Nurse Days, and announced town-hall meetings May 22 (Perry) and May 27 (Warner Robins) to discuss Fire Department growth and funding.

During the public-comment period, Community Planner Jacob Cox praised Water Department employee Alton Hilton for helping resolve a citizen issue. Resident Robert Sharples asked the County to pave the dirt portion of Hill Road to relieve dust.

Commissioners used their closing comments to thank attendees and highlight community issues. Commissioner Byrd noted intergovernmental cooperation on the water IGA and state LRA funding; Commissioner Talton praised the proposed lodging tax as a tool to attract visitors and mentioned the passing of retired county employee Ed Carroll. Chairman Perdue announced two town-hall meetings: May 22 at the Perry Courthouse and May 27 at the Warner Robins Annex, both at 6:00 p.m., to inform the public about Fire Department growth, ISO rating improvements, and funding options.