Oconee County Council Re-Elects Durham as Chair, Welcomes New Member

Oconee County Council began its new term Tuesday by re-electing District 2 Councilman Matthew Durham as chair, with Don Mize as vice chair and Glenn Hart as chairman pro-Tem…
The meeting also marked the swearing-in of Tommy James, who will represent District 4 after defeating Julian Davis in the primaries. James emphasized priorities such as addressing infrastructure strain from growth and ensuring equitable representation for District 4 communities like Westminster and Oakway. Reelected councilmen Matthew Durham and Glenn Hart highlighted goals for economic development, law enforcement support, and strategic growth management. Hart expressed optimism about upcoming projects in District 5, including sewer expansions and development at Sanctuary Pointe.