The Mt. Airy Town Council approved updates to its Abandoned Vehicles Ordinance and authorized a one-time funding contribution to the Habersham County Library System during its Monday, May 5, meeting held at Town Hall.
The second and final reading of the amended Abandoned Vehicles Ordinance was passed unanimously, with no changes made since the ordinance’s first reading in April. Initially, the council had considered a separate “no through trucks” ordinance, but opted instead to incorporate relevant updates into the existing abandoned vehicle regulations.
“The ordinance remains unchanged since the first reading,” Mayor Ray McAllister noted, with council members voting without further discussion.
The council also revisited a funding request from the Habersham County Library System. The library had asked for a recurring annual contribution of $5,000 over five years, citing increased costs tied to employee health benefits.
After reviewing the request throughout April, the council approved a one-time $500 contribution—an amount consistent with the town’s past financial support.
Wilson Road project receives boost from additional grant
City Clerk Sheri Berrong informed the council of the availability of Local Road Assistance Grant (LRA) funds, which are administered by the Georgia Department of Transportation.
Unlike the Local Maintenance and Improvement Grant (LMIG), the LRA grant does not require a 30% local match, making it a cost-effective option for small municipalities.
Berrong recommended applying the funds to the previously approved Wilson Road project, and the council agreed. Mayor McAllister emphasized the need for comprehensive improvements on Wilson Road, including repairs to the road surface, ditches, and shoulders to address runoff during heavy rains.
“This gives us the best bang for our buck,” said McAllister. The council voted unanimously to allocate the LRA funds to the Wilson Road project.
