TCC approve zoning, annexation request

The Toccoa City Commission approved an initial zoning request for annexation during its meeting on Monday.

Dennis Smith is the petitioner for annexation for his property located at 198 Rose Lane.

Filling in for City Attorney John Dickerson, Attorney John Doss opened the public hearing for the requests.

No one came forward to speak in favor of or in opposition to the requested annexation.

Community Development Director Connie Tabor presented the Planning Commission’s report and recommendation for approval.

Commissioner Gail Fry made an initial motion approving both the zoning and annexation; however, Doss explained that the Commission would need to give the audience another opportunity to speak in favor of or in opposition to for the annexation request prior to voting.

Mayor Jeanette Jamieson allowed another opportunity for anyone in the audicence to speak out in opposition or in favor of the annexation request.

Commissioner Terry Carter seconded Fry’s motion approving the zoning and annexation request.

That motion was approved unanimously.