Keith King

The committee discussed updates on several ongoing infrastructure projects, including road and culvert work, guardrail replacements, bridge utility installations, and personnel matters. Fleet management reported on monthly work order volume and inventory improvements. The building and grounds department reviewed recent building assessments and upcoming budget items related to roofing and facility repairs. The county administrator provided updates on right-of-way acquisitions, septic system issues, and future plans for bidding construction projects at the morgue and fire training center.

The meeting included a Public Works department report and an executive session to address litigation, property acquisition, and personnel. Key agenda items featured proclamations for Public Works Week and EMS Week, and a public hearing regarding the closure of a portion of Old Lily Pond Road. Multiple rezoning applications were considered, ranging from agricultural to residential and manufactured housing classifications. Additionally, the meeting included a presentation of the proposed fiscal year 2027 budget, considerations for appointments to the Historic Preservation Commission, and discussions on extending temporary moratoriums concerning anaerobic digestion facilities and data centers.

This document outlines the Gordon County Public Transportation System's Title VI and Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Plan, detailing its commitment to non-discrimination based on race, color, or national origin as mandated by federal regulations. Key areas of focus include a robust Title VI complaint process, public participation and outreach, a comprehensive Language Assistance Plan, and adherence to service standards and policies for its transportation system. The plan aims to ensure equitable access and treatment for all individuals utilizing the county's transit services, particularly those with limited English proficiency and those from minority and low-income populations, by maintaining compliance with Federal Transit Administration requirements.

The board conducted a work session and regular session where they addressed departmental reports, including an E-911 report. Special recognitions were given for employees reaching years-of-service milestones, and a proclamation was presented for National Telecommunicators Week. Commissioners provided reports on various committee activities and meetings attended. New business items included the approval of an LRA fund application for Public Works, a revised fee schedule for an administrative service agreement with ACCG, a website accessibility project for IT, and an antivirus renewal agreement with Crowe LLP. Furthermore, the board authorized a resolution to hold a public hearing regarding the closure of a portion of Oak Grove Road and heard public comment concerning a potential noise ordinance.

The board meeting included discussions on department reports, a LOST/SPLOST/FLOST report, and an executive session regarding litigation, property acquisition, and personnel. Key new business items included requests to declare various items as surplus from Fleet Management, the Sheriff's Office, and Parks and Recreation. The board considered the adoption of an ACCG Safety Action Plan to secure insurance discounts, multiple equipment and vehicle purchase requests for Public Works and Parks and Recreation, an employee health insurance proposal, and the creation of a new maintenance position within the Community Events Center.