County Commissioner Meeting – Regular Meeting
Bleckley County JC Building
September 19, 2024
Present: County Commissioner Mike Davis, Melissa Barker, Candace Summerall, Ronnie Smith, Randy Thompson, Jayme Kelley, Michael Francis, Richard Newbern, Hannah McCranie, David Hall, Cindy Newman, Freida Dykes
Randy Thompson opened in prayer.
Commissioner Davis led the Pledge of Allegiance, and welcomed all to the meeting.
All attendees received the following:
Minutes – July 18, 2024, County Commissioner Meeting
There were no questions or concerns. The Minutes were approved.
August 15, County Commissioner Meeting was postponed until September 19, 2024
Topics discussed from Commissioner Davis
The update of Title VI policy, which is required by GDOT, was approved.
Paulk investment annexed five lots located on Mac Thompson Road into the City limits.
The fees for the DPH Environmental Health Service was adopted and approved. This is a requirement each year that the fees are adopted by the Board of Health and the County Commissioner.
The ACCG Bond Coverage Agreement was signed by Probate Judge Jonathan Fordham.
The Oconee Circuit Public Defender Contract was signed. There was no increase in fee.
The School Resource Officer Agreement between the Bleckley County School System and the Bleckley County Sheriff’s Office was signed.
Topics discussed in today’s meeting
Jayme Kelley, Permit Clerk, stated she continues to issue permits for new builds.
Michael Francis updated all in attendance on the trainings and certifications provided by the County Fire Department for fire fighters, rescue divers, and new volunteers. The County currently has 40 volunteers.
Melissa Barker, Director Chamber of Commerce, updated all on the upcoming activities and the CountryFest which will be held on Saturday, October 19, 2024.
Mary Brooks, IDA member, said hopefully by the end of October the IDA Park will have paved roads, sewer, water, and gas hook ups. They will continue to work on bringing industry and jobs into the county.
Richard Newburn stated repaving of Mac Thompson Road will start late in October and that bids are being accepted for the Ash Street Park. Bids will be opened on October 3, 2024. The city received a grant to use toward the Payton Williams building. The ISO rating for the City Fire Department improved to a 4.
Ronnie Smith stated he is currently looking at roads for the 2025 LMIG Project.
With no further questions or comments, the meeting was adjourned.
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Mike Davis, County Commissioner Date