Commissioners approve purchase of 30 acres to support water expansion and fire protection

Following an executive‑session discussion about property, Fannin County commissioners voted to purchase a 30‑acre tract for $700,000. The board stated that the site contains two DNR‑approved wells and noted the property could support water expansion and improved fire protection in the area.

In the public record the motion included additional financial details: the board said $175,000 of the purchase would be “of that” and that $700,000 would be donated back to the county; the minutes recorded an "actual pay" figure in the transcript as shown at the meeting. Commissioners did not provide further documentary detail in the public discussion; staff were directed to proceed with the purchase following the board’s approval.

County officials said the wells on the property are estimated to have replacement or development costs in the range of $200,000–$300,000 if procured separately, and that acquiring the parcel would allow more direct control of water infrastructure and fire‑fighting access in that area. The board approved the purchase on a motion and second with vocal approval.