The Putnam County Commission meeting held on July 28, 2025, began with an invocation led by Pastor Chris Davis from District 11. He expressed gratitude for the freedoms enjoyed in the country and emphasized the importance of not taking these liberties for granted.

Following the prayer, the meeting proceeded with a roll call conducted by the clerk. All commissioners were asked to confirm their presence using handsets, resulting in 23 members present and one absent, establishing a quorum for the meeting.

This initial segment set a respectful tone for the proceedings, highlighting the commission's commitment to civic duty and community engagement. Further discussions and decisions from the meeting were not detailed in the provided transcript, but the established quorum indicates that the commission was prepared to address various agenda items.