Donna Gorges-Wilson

The public hearing served as a kickoff for the ten-year update to the joint comprehensive plan. Key discussion topics included the establishment of a steering committee, community needs and opportunities, development of goals and policies, frequency of meetings, access to loans, the community work program, and economic development strategies.

The work session included a review of financial indicators and a preview of upcoming agenda items, such as a resolution regarding mobile home decals, amendments to the employee health plan to restrict weight loss medication coverage, and a bid for a 911 tower LED upgrade. Additionally, the Board discussed a bid for a portable material screener for the Roads and Bridges Department and an upcoming appointment to the Airport Authority. Action was taken to approve an airport contract with the Georgia Department of Transportation, a bid for a steam kettle for the County Prison, and the payment of an invoice for a flyover project.

The Board of Commissioners approved the payment of unpaid invoices and a list of tax reliefs and additions. The consent agenda included the approval of Resolution 2026-R-4 to opt out of the mobile home decal requirement, an amendment to the employee and elected officials health plans to eliminate weight loss medications, and the approval of a $14,600.00 bid for an LED lighting upgrade to the 911 tower.

The board conducted a budget review of major county financial accounts and reviewed upcoming agenda items, including invoices for workers' compensation and a mass emergency notification system. Discussions included a quote for transitioning to a cloud-based Laserfiche platform and a bid for EMS stair chairs. The board previewed an upcoming rezoning request for a convenience store. General updates were provided regarding the budget meeting calendar, a jail construction project update, and upcoming T-SPLOST planning dates. Action items included the approval of a bid for a portable material screener for the Roads and Bridges Department and an appointment to the Moultrie-Colquitt County Airport Authority.

The Work Session focused on previewing upcoming agenda items for the regular meeting. Key discussions included the Chairman's annual committee appointments for 2026, including Southwest Georgia Regional Commission and Professional Services appointments. The Board also reviewed the need to update signatories on county financial accounts due to the annual rotation of the Vice-Chairman. Additionally, a resolution establishing qualifying fees for public offices was presented, along with recommendations for low bids concerning HVAC Maintenance for all county buildings and the purchase of five Dodge Durangos and one Black Tahoe for the Sheriff's Department. General updates included a proposal to amend the Colquitt County Employee Health Plan to eliminate bariatric surgery, and a note on the commencement of demolition for the old Moultrie Grocery building.