Leslie Borne

The court approved several change orders for infrastructure and site projects, including driveway adjustments and manhole cover replacements. Agreements for Economic Development Programs were discussed and approved for Enterprise Products Operation LLC and TGSCP 5400 East Mckini LLC. The court also considered an economic development proposal for Freedom Firearms and Defense, emphasizing the public safety benefit of providing an indoor range for local law enforcement. Additionally, the court decided to take no action on the nomination of a census tract for an opportunity zone designation. Finally, the court conducted a public hearing and approved the abandonment of portions of Avenue E and Avenue F.

The meeting included an invitation to a fundraising bingo event for Bridge Haven. A citizen provided testimony in support of a local business, Freedom Farms and Defense, highlighting its contribution to job creation, local service quality, and the provision of firearms safety and instruction.

The Commission meeting covered several agenda items, including the appointment of a representative to the Chambers Liberty County Navigation District, the approval of a construction change order for the Chambers Parkway reconstruction project, and the decision to reject bids for the Timber Ridge Road rehabilitation project in favor of rebidding. Additionally, the Commission approved an amendment to an engineering contract for the North Anowak drainage improvement project, authorized a request for proposals for the construction of a storage building at Whites Park, and approved the installation of a manual transfer switch and docking station for the courthouse generator. The Commission also discussed and moved to update golf course green fee structures to streamline operations.

The court session addressed several probate and guardianship matters. The court admitted wills to probate for three estates and authorized the issuance of testamentary letters. Additionally, the court appointed a guardian for the person of a ward, reviewed medical certificates of examination, and approved court-appointed fees and a bond.

The meeting included discussions on several financial and infrastructure items. Key topics involved approving a collective bargaining agreement for 2026-2027 to aid in recruitment and retention, setting a public hearing for a property replat, and accepting various bids for fuel, oil, and road materials. The board also addressed electrical repairs at a lay down yard, authorized right-of-way service amendments for a drainage project, and considered economic development program agreements for new industrial facilities. Additionally, the board discussed the construction of batting cages at a sports complex.