Cherokee County

The board meeting involved the review and approval of county claims for payment. The County Engineer and Zoning Administrator provided reports regarding a proposed battery storage ordinance and updates on construction projects and activities within the Secondary Roads Department. The board approved an engagement letter for audit services and established a summer meeting schedule for upcoming months. Additionally, the chairman recognized a local officer as a recipient of a community hero award.

The board discussed staffing requirements and departmental activities for the Secondary Roads Department with the County Engineer, resulting in the authorization for a temporary seasonal operator wage and the filling of a seasonal general labor position. Additionally, the County Sheriff presented wage authorizations, which were approved for two full-time deputy positions. The board concluded with the review of committee reports and meeting schedules.

The Board of Supervisors conducted a regular session where they approved claims for payment and held a public hearing to adopt a fiscal year budget amendment. The County Engineer provided updates on secondary roads activities and received authorization to fill a vacant operator position. The County Sheriff presented wage authorizations for deputy and law enforcement center staff, which were approved along with new step wage schedules. Additionally, the Board acknowledged wage authorizations for seasonal conservation positions and approved a three-year contract for the preparation of cost allocation reports.

The board conducted an informational meeting regarding solar battery storage. Presentations were provided by guest speakers covering agrivoltaics, infrastructure and battery energy storage system information, and solar policy best practices.

The board approved an amended agenda to postpone consideration of the employee handbook. Key actions included the adoption of Resolution # 2026-18, which establishes a reduced 45 miles per hour speed limit on C38, and the authorization of the chairman to sign an engagement letter with Hunzelman, Putzier & Co., PLC for auditing services for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. The County Engineer also provided an update on ongoing construction and maintenance activities, and the supervisors reviewed committee reports and meeting schedules.