A controversial piece of vacant property, 167 acres located northeast of SKC off Hazelbrand Road, was annexed by the city of Covington Monday night and rezoned from county agricultural residential to city heavy industrial. The council voted 3-2 in favor of the annexation and rezoning, with councilwomen Janet Goodman and Hawnethia Williams opposed, and Councilman Mike Whatley absent.The property, owned by Gil Gainer, has been a source of controversy because of its unique position; it’s surrounded by manufacturer SKC, the Alcovy River, the Georgia Wildlife Federation and residences.Gainer, and