Media release from Floyd County, GA:
The Floyd County Commission approved an 80-day moratorium on data center projects in preparation for an ordinance that would enact specific requirements for data center projects, including that each future project would have to be considered by the commission after public hearing. Commissioners added the moratorium to the agenda by a unanimous vote after a lengthy discuss during the pre-meeting caucus.
A proposed ordinance will be presented to the Planning Commission for its recommendation and is expected to come before the commission by late August.
During the meeting commissioners also recognized the longtime community service of Jim and Bonnie Moore and provided updates to citizens on county facility projects, recreation programming, and local events during its meeting Tuesday evening.
Jim and Bonnie Moore were recognized for their recent honor from NAMI Georgia, which presented them with the NAMI Affiliate Leader Recognition. NAMI Georgia defines the recognition as honoring “excellence in leadership as an affiliate leader or as a program leader or facilitator” in NAMI programs.
“The recognition reflects their decades of service through NAMI Rome and the Rome/Floyd County community,” said Floyd County Commission Chair Rhonda Wallace. “Their work has included advocacy for people living with mental illness and their families, as well as local outreach aimed at reducing stigma and helping connect individuals and families with needed support.”
Commissioners also gave updates on several major county building projects. The Tax and Tag Offices have moved into the former Law Enforcement Center building have been fully operational in that space since the Historic Courthouse fire.
The 2026 property assessment notices were mailed to all property owners today. Each property listed will have 30 days from the date of posting to file an appeal on the value of the property. The assessment notice will reflect the current property value and will also include the estimated 2026 millage rates as certified by each jurisdiction. For more information on how to read the assessment notice, please visit www.floydcountyga.gov/assessors_office.
Renovation work on the second and third floors of the Law Enforcement Center, including elevator installation, is underway and expected to take approximately eight months. Design work for the first floor is proceeding, and county staff continue to evaluate the best use for that space.
With work on the Historic Courthouse complete, cleanup is the next step. Permanent stabilization testing will follow to better assess the building’s long-term needs.
The county is also in the process of finalizing civil engineering plans and construction documents for the Floyd County Agriculture Center SPLOST project.
The Floyd County Parks and Recreation Department also provided updates on a busy summer season. Staff members are preparing for the Independence Day celebration and fireworks, summer camp is in full swing, the city pool has opened, and a successful partnership with the YMCA is helping provide swim lessons for local children. Fall sports registration is also underway.
The Farmers Market opening at Ridge Ferry Park this past Saturday was also reported as a success, with 35 vendors participating. The Farmers Market will be open each Wednesday and Saturday through Sept. 26.
The meeting highlighted ongoing community service, progress on county facilities, and programs and events serving residents throughout Floyd County.
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