On April 4, the Georgia State Senate passed an amended version of SB 331, which was approved by the Georgia House of Representatives on March 28. The bill allows the transfer of all the Airport Authority's assets, obligations, and responsibilities to Barrow County.
“On behalf of the citizens of Barrow County, I applaud Senator Clint Dixon, Senator Frank Ginn, and Majority Leader Chuck Efstration for their leadership on this important piece of legislation,” said Pat Graham, Barrow County Chairman.
A joint Airport Authority for the City of Winder and Barrow County was approved through legislation on March 25, 1958. An amendment to this legislation established the Barrow County Airport Authority on March 28, 1986, ending Winder’s control of the authority, including airport operations and all liabilities.
“The Board of Commissioners approved a resolution on January 28 to initiate local legislation to dissolve the authority and have the airport become a standalone department of the county government,” said Srikanth Yamala, Barrow County Manager. “The board is committed to investing in the facility and providing the necessary support, enhancing economic development opportunities in Barrow County.”
The bill now heads to Gov. Brian Kemp’s desk for his signature.