The DeKalb County Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting on June 10, 2025, addressing several key agenda items, including land use permits and appointments.

The meeting commenced with a discussion on a special land use permit application from Holling Heads Materials LLC for an asphalt plant at 3298 and 3272 Fayetteville Road. The staff recommended approval with 17 conditions. Commissioner Terry expressed gratitude to stakeholders involved in the process, highlighting the collaborative efforts to refine the conditions, which included environmental considerations such as air quality monitoring and stormwater management. The motion to approve the application passed without further discussion.

Next, the board reviewed an application from Donna Pittman for a special land use permit to allow an alcohol outlet at 2615 Shallowford Road. The staff also recommended approval for this item. However, Commissioner Bolton proposed a motion to deny the application, citing concerns about oversaturation of alcohol outlets in the area. The applicant defended their request, stating that their grocery store aimed to serve the community by offering products not available at nearby stores. Despite the discussion, the motion to deny the application passed.

The meeting continued with the appointment of attorney Camilla H. Ruffin as a part-time associate judge of the probate court, with a proposed annual salary of $97,344. A motion to defer this item for two weeks was made and approved.

The board then moved through the consent agenda, approving multiple items efficiently without extensive discussion.

In conclusion, the meeting addressed significant land use applications and appointments, reflecting the board's ongoing efforts to manage community development and regulatory compliance effectively. The next steps include further discussions on deferred items and continued monitoring of approved applications.