What's Going on in Polk County Georgia Agriculture
Senate Study Committee on the Preservation of Georgia’s Farmlands to Hold Fourth Meeting
by Kevin the Editor PolkToday October 23, 2024
The Polk County College and Career Academy is set to host the State Senate’s fourth hearing on preserving Georgia’s farmlands.
The State Senate Committee headed by Sen. Billy Hickman (R-Statesboro) has held three previous meetings in Statesboro at Georgia Southern University and in Habersham County. Those meetings were held in July and August. The first was live streamed.
State Sen. Jason Anavitarte (R-Dallas) is among the members of the committee and represents Polk in the 31st District in the State Senate.
“During the upcoming meeting, committee members will hear presentations on the topics of the past, present, and future of Georgia’s agriculture industry, conservation efforts and agriculture protection policies,” the press release from the State Senate noted. “The Senate Study Committee on the Preservation of Georgia’s Farmlands is tasked with studying the conditions, needs, issues and problems related to the preservation of Georgia’s farmlands and recommending any action or legislation.”
The public is welcome to attend the meeting coming up on Monday, October 28 at 10 a.m.
Next Monday’s session will be livestreamed to the public.
by Kevin the Editor PolkToday October 23, 2024
The Polk County College and Career Academy is set to host the State Senate’s fourth hearing on preserving Georgia’s farmlands.
The State Senate Committee headed by Sen. Billy Hickman (R-Statesboro) has held three previous meetings in Statesboro at Georgia Southern University and in Habersham County. Those meetings were held in July and August. The first was live streamed.
State Sen. Jason Anavitarte (R-Dallas) is among the members of the committee and represents Polk in the 31st District in the State Senate.
“During the upcoming meeting, committee members will hear presentations on the topics of the past, present, and future of Georgia’s agriculture industry, conservation efforts and agriculture protection policies,” the press release from the State Senate noted. “The Senate Study Committee on the Preservation of Georgia’s Farmlands is tasked with studying the conditions, needs, issues and problems related to the preservation of Georgia’s farmlands and recommending any action or legislation.”
The public is welcome to attend the meeting coming up on Monday, October 28 at 10 a.m.
Next Monday’s session will be livestreamed to the public.
INITIAL DRAWINGS REVIEWED
Glenn & Laura Robinson met with Zac and Allen Bell too discuss the initial detailed construction drawings August 1. This was after the survey was completed allowing the team to consider the lay of the land and recommend building site alternatives to potentially reduce preparation costs.
ARCHETICTS SELECTED
Friends of Agriculture reached a major milestone by signing with Bell & Associates Architects on June 5, 2024 for the detailed design of the 60,000 square foot multipurpose Agriculture Education & Natural Resource Center planned for central Polk County on donated land on Sardis Road. The Center design, which incorporated community inputs, will include a cannery, offices, classrooms, a commercial kitchen plus an indoor arena for large gatherings and a covered arena designed for equestrian events. The goal is to improve health, nutrition and quality of life through education and activities to all Polk County citizens. Once built, according to a UGA Feasibility Study, it is expected to bring substantial economic benefits to Polk County.
The Center is being spearheaded by the grassroots non-profit Friends of Agriculture using donations from forward-thinking local individuals, organizations and businesses. They currently have raised over $1.3 million including 23 acres of donated land. If you would like to contribute or learn more about the benefits this Center will bring to all Polk County residents, please follow Friends of Agriculture on Facebook.
Glenn & Laura Robinson met with Zac and Allen Bell too discuss the initial detailed construction drawings August 1. This was after the survey was completed allowing the team to consider the lay of the land and recommend building site alternatives to potentially reduce preparation costs.
ARCHETICTS SELECTED
Friends of Agriculture reached a major milestone by signing with Bell & Associates Architects on June 5, 2024 for the detailed design of the 60,000 square foot multipurpose Agriculture Education & Natural Resource Center planned for central Polk County on donated land on Sardis Road. The Center design, which incorporated community inputs, will include a cannery, offices, classrooms, a commercial kitchen plus an indoor arena for large gatherings and a covered arena designed for equestrian events. The goal is to improve health, nutrition and quality of life through education and activities to all Polk County citizens. Once built, according to a UGA Feasibility Study, it is expected to bring substantial economic benefits to Polk County.
The Center is being spearheaded by the grassroots non-profit Friends of Agriculture using donations from forward-thinking local individuals, organizations and businesses. They currently have raised over $1.3 million including 23 acres of donated land. If you would like to contribute or learn more about the benefits this Center will bring to all Polk County residents, please follow Friends of Agriculture on Facebook.
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Lead Architect Alan Bell with Friends of Agriculture President Glenn Robinson
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Architects Doug Elkins, Zachary Bell and Alan Bell with Friends of Agriculture President Glenn Robinson and Board Members Shelia Jennings and Laura Robinson
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GROWING AGRICULTURE TODAY FOR OUR FUTURE TOMORROW
Planned Agriculture Education &
Natural Resource Center
This beautiful 50,000+ Sq Ft Center with a cannery, commercial kitchen, classrooms and both an indoor and outdoor arena will be build in the middle of Polk County GA for ALL to enjoy. It will be built on 22+ acres of DONATED land near the beautiful Silver Comet Trail.
Check this out! Georgia will help pay for YOU preserving your land for the future.
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CONGRATULATIONS to Chris Roberson
WINNER of the COW PLOP 50-50 on April 29
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WINNER of the COW PLOP 50-50 on April 29
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Had a Great 2023 WelshFest ... See you Next Year!
Fundraising has started with several generous donations for "Brick & Mortar".
WE NEED: $500,000
to pay for the detailed plans and grading to free up the "Brick & Mortar" Fund.
Please help spread the word to friends in Haralson, Paulding, Bartow, Floyd as well as our Alabama neighbors
in Cherokee, Cleburne & Calhoun.
Thank you for ALL who Helped with the VIRTUAL TOUR!
Agriculture is the number one industry in Polk County GA, yet a third of the county is a “food desert” with 100% of students on the USDA lunch program. Education is the key!
We plan to fund a multi-purpose Agriculture Education and Resource Center on donated land that will serve a seven-county area with the goal of improving nutrition and job prospects through sustainable agriculture.
We plan to fund a multi-purpose Agriculture Education and Resource Center on donated land that will serve a seven-county area with the goal of improving nutrition and job prospects through sustainable agriculture.