After Plant Wansley closure is announced, Heard County chair proposes exploring T‑SPLOST to fund roads
April 27, 2026 | Heard County, Georgia
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Chairman Lee Boone told the Heard County Board of Commissioners on April 27 that Plant Wansley is closing and proposed exploring a county‑level T‑SPLOST to help offset the economic impact and allocate funds for road paving.
Boone framed the proposal as a way to help fund road projects in light of the plant closure. Commissioner James Perry asked staff to invite Kevin Hamby, the SPLOST manager, to the next meeting so commissioners could get more information on T‑SPLOST mechanics and potential revenue. No formal vote to place a T‑SPLOST on a ballot or to begin a campaign was recorded; the discussion was recorded as a proposal and a request for further information.
The transcript records that the Board approved the reappointment of Jane Baker to the Elections Board in the same segment; that appointment was unanimous. The T‑SPLOST discussion did not include a timeline, estimated revenue figures, or a formal motion to proceed.
Boone framed the proposal as a way to help fund road projects in light of the plant closure. Commissioner James Perry asked staff to invite Kevin Hamby, the SPLOST manager, to the next meeting so commissioners could get more information on T‑SPLOST mechanics and potential revenue. No formal vote to place a T‑SPLOST on a ballot or to begin a campaign was recorded; the discussion was recorded as a proposal and a request for further information.
The transcript records that the Board approved the reappointment of Jane Baker to the Elections Board in the same segment; that appointment was unanimous. The T‑SPLOST discussion did not include a timeline, estimated revenue figures, or a formal motion to proceed.
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