GILMER COUNTY, Ga. — At their latest meeting, the Ellijay City Council heard updates on the four-way stop at the intersection of North Avenue, North Main Street, and College Street. The council also approved the creation of a Harrison Park committee, and discussed contractor compensation for the Harrison Park restroom project. 11 special event permits […]
Read More »Help Gilmer Thrive: A GHCBA Panel Discussion on housing
GILMER COUNTY, Ga. — The Georgia High Country Builders Association hosted a panel discussion, entitled Help Gilmer Thrive, on April 19. The six person panel focused on housing issues within Gilmer County and directly responded to questions submitted by citizens. The Panel The panel consisted of six speakers, including Gilmer County Post 2 Commissioner Karleen […]
Read More »GHCBA hosts a panel discussion on Gilmer County housing
GILMER COUNTY, Ga. — The Georgia High Country Builders Association hosted a panel discussion, entitled Help Gilmer Thrive, on April 19. The six person panel focused on housing issues within Gilmer County and directly responded to questions submitted by citizens. The Panel The panel consisted of six speakers, including Gilmer County Post 2 Commissioner Karleen […]
Read More »City Council approves rezoning for planned apartment units
GILMER COUNTY, Ga. — At their latest meeting, the Ellijay City Council voted to approve the Local Option Sales Tax (LOST) distribution rate and an Off Premise Consumption Ordinance for distilled spirits. They also approved a rezoning request to accommodate plans for new apartment units. After approval by the Planning and Zoning Commission and a […]
Read More »Board of Education approves athletic supplement schedule
GILMER COUNTY, Ga. — The athletic supplement schedule for Gilmer coaches was an important topic of conversation at the Gilmer Board of Education’s latest meeting. The board also recognized several students and approved a $2,000 district bonus. Athletic Supplements During a discussion on Georgia’s Charter School Systems, both Superintendent Dr. Ridley and board member Doug […]
Read More »Ellijay Police Officers receive Lifesaving Award
GILMER, Ga. — Two members of the Ellijay Police Department received awards during Ellijay City Council’s latest meeting. The council also took action to address prior complaints concerning the city website. Police Chief Edward Lacey presented three awards to two Ellijay officers at the council meeting. Officer Austin McArthur received the Service Award and the […]
Read More »City Council approves short-term rental ordinance
GILMER, Ga. — A short-term rental ordinance was passed by the Ellijay City Council on Monday Feb. 21. Ellijay City Hall was full with many attendees wanting to raise their questions and concerns over the ordinance. The short-term rental ordinance, which has already been through two public readings, was on the agenda for a vote […]
Read More »City Council to take action on short-term rental ordinance
GILMER, Ga. — The Ellijay City Council will meet on Feb. 21, 2022 to take action on an ordinance amendment that would set new guidelines for short-term rental units within Ellijay city limits. If the council approves the amendment, Chapter 60 will be added to Ellijay’s Code of Ordinances. Short-term rental units are defined within […]
Read More »City Council ends parking elimination, prepares for Light Up Ellijay
GILMER, Ga. — The Ellijay City Council has voted to end the River St. parking elimination test early, and will move barricades to the downtown roundabout in preparation for Light Up Ellijay on Nov. 26. During their October meeting, city council discussed the details of a controversial bid to eliminate downtown parking. Ultimately, at the […]
Read More »Ellijay City Council votes on roundabout parking elimination
GILMER, Ga. — The Ellijay City Council met Oct. 18 to make a decision regarding the proposed test period for closure of parking on the downtown roundabout. Reese Sanford spoke for the Downtown Development Authority, and gave the council the DDA’s new recommendation. Sanford addressed the council saying, “As requested at the downtown traffic workshops […]
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