MACON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS  MAY 9, 2023 MINUTES  Chairman Higdon called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and welcomed all in attendance. All Board Members, County Manager Derek Roland, Deputy Clerk Mike Decker, Finance Director Lori Carpenter and County Attorney Eric Ridenour were present, as were a number of county employees, media and  citizens.  ANNOUNCEMENTS: None  MOMENT OF SILENCE: Chairman Higdon requested all in attendance rise and PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Commissioner Shields, the pledge to the flag  ai moment of silence was observed.  was recited.  PUBLIC HEARNINGIS): None  PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD: Hazel Norris mentioned a recent Facebook post by Bob Scott and asked board members to start responding to such posts and comments due to the negative impact of these posts on the community. Jennifer Love thanked the board for renewing the lease for space for the STEM program and said the program is seeking grant funds to sustain teachers and the program. She invited board members to visit the program and see what they are doing. John Muier introduced himself as a member of the Highlands - Cashiers Board of Realtors and expressed their support for the Highlands School project and requested the board reinstate the LS3P contract to at least Phase 3. Chris Browning spoke about the 2nd Amendment Resolution that was considered and failed two years ago. He reviewed the points of the resolution and said he would be bringing the resolution back for consideration at a future meeting. Matt Jackson inquired about the contract and plan for the Higdon property as it has been on the market for 11 years. Freda Bennett expressed her support for the Highlands School project and requested board members consider more meetings in Highlands. Gracie Parker spoke about youth mental health and thanked the board members that came and spoke at the recent event. She handed out a  Minutes 05.9.23 Page 1 of6    resolution for board members to consider. Lake Silver introduced himself as the field representative for Congressman Edwards' office and explained his role as well as informed the board of the committees that Congressman Edwards is serving on. Betsy Baste spoke about camping on the greenway. Rebecca Tipton expressed her support for revisions of library policies on the selection of books and placement of books in the library. Howard Carlie shared newspaper articles and other written works as a reflection of what he believes is the truth ADDITIONS, ADJUSTMENTS TO AND APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA: Upon a motion from Commissioner Young, seconded by Commissioner Shields, the board voted unanimously to approve the agenda as amended as follows: To add Item 11H under New Business, Placement of an HVAC Unit at the Toa add Item 111 under New Business, Update Regarding Premium Pay, per To remove Item 10B under Old Business, Follow Up Discussion and Request for Letter Opposing Statewide Child and Family Services Plan, per To add Item 11J under New Business, Consideration of Fireworks Permit  about what makes a good American.  Public Safety Training Center, per Mr. Roland.  Mr. Roland. Mr. Roland.  for Rockwood Lodge, per Mr. Decker.  Recognition of the Franklin High School Cheerleading Team = Coach Lynn Baker informed the board of the recent accompishments, recognitions and awards that have been received by the Franklin High School Cheerleading team, including national and state titles. She said that in 2023, the team was one of 1,200 teams to reach the semi-finals and finished in the Top 15 in their division. Coach Baker shared that the cheerleading program at Franklin High School has aj positive reputation in the community and is known for their sportsmanship. She said they regularly have athletes who receive leadership awards at camp, and the team has received the championship award at camp for the past three years. Coach Baker introduced the 2023 team members and several members shared how being a part of this team has taught them responsibility, increased their self-esteem, enhanced their overall academic success, etc. Coach Baker said they have just completed tryouts for the 2023-24 team and will have 15 athletes. Coach Bonnie Peggs expressed her appreciation to the board for allowing them to publically recognize the athletes and shared how the coaches work hard to make the program be more than about athletics and competition as they strive to work with each cheerleader to reach their full potential as an individual as well as an athlete. She shared her thoughts about some of the challenges that the team faces in regard to practice space. Coach Baker talked about some of the flexibility that the team has to have due to the lack of practice space, scheduling, length of season compared to other sports, cost of participating as an athlete, cost of travel to and from games, events and competitions, etc. Chairman Higdon requested that Coach Baker submit those challenges to Commissioner Shields and Commissioner Young, who serve as the  liaisons to the school system.  Minutes 05.9.23 Page 2 of6    Franklin High School Career and Technical Education (CTE) Update - CTE Coordinator Colleen Strickland and Josh Brooks spoke about how they have worked for the past two years to expand the program with the motto of Reopen, Recover, Revitalize and Evaluate. Ms. Strickland stated they will be increasing the number of "pathways" from eight to 20 next school year. Mr. Brooks said that since 2021 they have increased from 137 to 878 certificates or credentials that students can earn including welding, carpentry and automotive. He said some of the programs are considered dual enrollment in which the student obtains college and high school credit at the same time. Mr. Brooks said Franklin High School is the second school in the state to have an aviation program. Ms. Strickland shared about the Early Childhood Pre-Apprenticeship pilot project and said the Higdon property would be an excellent location for their culinary program, a land lab for agriculture and provide opportunities for disabled students. She said that she and other members of Franklin High School actually toured the facility last July or August before discussions began on the county purchasing the property, and began planning how Franklin High School Follow up Discussion on Notice of Sale and Upset Bid Period for the Sale of Property at 388 Bethel Church Road in Franklin - Mr. Ridenour stated the upset bid period had been posted on the Macon County website on April 17, 2023, in The Franklin Press on April 26, 2023, and closed on May 8, 2023 with no upset bids. Commissioner Young made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Antoine, to accept the final offer of $55,350. The vote was unanimous. Follow up Discussion and Request for Letter Opposing Statewide Child and Discussion Regarding Macon Middle School (MMS) Track improvements = Chairman Higdon led the discussion regarding groundbreaking on the locker room after delays as well as proposals and funding for the track. He recommended that a discussion regarding the evaluation of the scope ofwork be Proposed Update to the High Impact Ordinance as it Relates to Crypto recommended changes with the commission and requested a public hearing be set for the June meeting. The board members agreed by consensus to schedule Consideration of Renewal of Lease for NCWorks - Mr. Roland reviewed the terms of the lease to be $1.00 per year, retroactive to April 1, 2023 through March 31, 2025. Chairman Higdon made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Shearl, to renew the lease as requested. The vote was unanimous. [Attachment  could utilize the property should it ever be an option.  Family Services Plan = removed.  added to the June regular meeting agenda.  Mining Facilities  Planning Board Chair Glenn Hedden shared the  the hearing for the June 13 regular meeting.  1]  Minutes 05.9.23 Page 3 of6    Consideration of Modification of the Greenway Ordinance to Forbid Camping Along the Greenway and to Schedule a Public Hearing for June 13, 2023 - Sheriff Brent Holbrooks informed the board of concerns expressed by citizens about camping and the safety of others utilizing the greenway. He requested the board consider modifying the current ordinance. Commissioner Shields requested Sheriff Holbrooks attend the upcoming FROGS meeting and discuss his proposal. Commissioner Shearl shared his concerns about a $50 fine and then criminalizing someone. After brief discussion, Commissioner Young made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Shields to schedule the public Discussion and Consideration of Acceptance of a Grant from the North Carolina 911 Board to Macon County Emergency Management in the Amount of $333,067.40 for an Upgrade to the VIPER Radio Console - 911 Communications Supervisor Todd Seagle explained the grant terms and indicated the agreement had been approved by Mr. Ridenour. Commissioner Shields made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Shearl, to approve Consideration and approval of Fireworks Permit for JECO Pyrotechnics Inc. for an Event at Skyline Lodge in Highlands on June 9, 2023 - Mr. Decker said the permit request was for a wedding reception and that the application had been reviewed by the Fire Inspector and the Fire Marshal and he recommended approval. Chairman Higdon made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Shearl, Consideration and Approval of Fireworks Permit for Deep South Fireworks, LLC for the July 4th Celebration Hosted by the Town ofFranklin - Mr. Decker said that the application had been reviewed by the Fire Inspector and the Fire Marshal and he recommended approval. Chairman Higdon made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Shearl, to approve the permit as requested. The vote Consideration and Approval of Fireworks Permit for Pyrostar Entertainment for an event at Rockwood Lodge in Highlands on June 2, 2023 - Mr. Decker said that the application had been reviewed by the Fire Inspector and the Fire Marshal and he recommended approval. Chairman Higdon made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Shearl, to approve the permit Consideration of Proclamation for North Carolina Clerks to the Boards of County Commissioners Week - Mr. Roland read the proclamation into the record Attachment 2] recognizing Clerks to the Board and the vital role they play in county government. Commissioner Young and Chairman Higdon expressed their appreciation to Mr. Decker and thanked him for his service. Commissioner Young made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Antoine, to approve the  hearing as requested. The vote was unanimous.  acceptance of the grant. The vote was unanimous.  to approve the permit as requested. The vote was unanimous.  was unanimous.  as requested. The vote was unanimous.  proclamation as requested. The vote was unanimous.  Minutes 05.9.23 Page 4 of6    Placement of HVAC Unit at Public Safety Training Center - Mr. Roland said the county is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the Public Safety Training Center, which is operated by Southwestern Community College (SCC). He stated the bids for replacing the HVAC system had ranged from $8,000 to $14,000 and recommended funds be transferred from contingency not to exceed $15,000. Mr. Roland said award of the bid will be determined on the best product by Macon County Maintenance staff. Commissioner Shields made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Higdon, to use contingency funds to cover the cost of replacing the HVAC unit at the Public Safety Training Center not to Premium Pay - Mr. Roland reviewed the policy that was implemented in October 2021 and said the previous board had approved that the entire $6.94 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding be designated to premium pay. He said that the policy allowed for $2.00 per hour to be paid for essential work performed during the pandemic from April 26, 2021 through October 20, 2024 for the purpose of recruiting and retaining quality employees. Mr. Roland stated that on April 17, 2023, counties were informed that as of April 10, 2023 they could no longer use the funds for premium pay due to the end of the public health emergency. He said the University of North Carolina School of Government is willing to work with us and other counties on solutions for utilizing the funding for the intended purpose and he will provide updates in the CONSENT AGENDA: Upon a motion from Commissioner Young, seconded by Commissioner Antoine, the board voted unanimously to approve the consent agenda as presented which includes: (A) Minutes of the April 11, 2023 regular meeting, (B) Budget Amendments #264-266; (C) Resolution Exempting Engineering Services for Macon Middle School (MMS) Athletic Building; (D) Approval of Proposal from Bunnell Lammons Engineering for construction materials testing and special inspection services at MMS Athletic Building; (E) approval of Application for the Public School Building Capital Fund North Carolina Education Lottery; (F) Approval of updated Records Retention and Disposition Schedule for Macon County Tax Records; and (G) Tax releases for  exceed $15,000. The vote was unanimous.  future.  the month of April in the amount of$1,924.72.  APPOINTMENTS:  (A) Fire Commission Liaison = Chairman Higdon said he had spoken with Emergency Management Director Warren Cabe and was B)Southwestern Community College Board of Trustees - Commissioner Shields made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Young, to appoint Brett Rogers as requested. The vote was unanimous.  appointing Commissioner Shearl as the liaison.  CLOSED SESSION:  = At 8:47 p.m. Commissioner Shields made a motion,  seconded by Commissioner Young, to go in to closed session per NCGS - 143-  Minutes 05.9.23 Page 5 of6    318.11 (a) (4) to discuss matters relating to the location or expansion of industries or other businesses; (a) (5) (1) the price and other material terms ofa contract or proposed contract for the acquisition of real property by purchase, option, exchange, or lease; and (a) (5) (ii) the amount of compensation and other material terms of an employment contract or proposed employment contract. The vote was unanimous. At 10:12 p.m., upon a motion by Commissioner Shearl, seconded by Commissioner Young, the board voted unanimously to BUDGET AMENDMENT: Following an explanation by Mr. Roland, and upon a motion by Commissioner Young, seconded by Commissioner Shields, the board voted unanimously to approve a budget amendment that transfers $5,000 from the Economic Development Reserve Fund to the General Fund to cover the cost APPROVAL OF CLOSED SESSION MINUTES: Upon a motion by Commissioner Shields, seconded by Commissioner Young, the board voted unanimously to approve the minutes of closed sessions held on January 10, February 19 and March 14, 2023 with redactions to the February and March minutes as RECESS: At 10:15 p.m., with no other business, Commissioner Young made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Shields, to recess the meeting until Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at 6 p.m. in the commission boardroom on the third floor of the Macon County Courthouse, 5 West Main Street, Franklin, NC. The vote was  return to open session.  of an appraisal.  recommended by Mr. Ridenour.  unanimous.  A2 Ex Officio Clerk to the Board  Dérek Roland  Paul Higdon Board Chair  Minutes 05.9.23 Page 6 of6    AHachment /  STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF MACON  LEASE. AGREEMENT  THIS LEASE AGREEMENT ("Lease"), made and entered into the 1St day of April, 2023, by and between, MACON COUNTY, hereinafter referred to as "LESSOR," and the STATE OF  NORTH CAROLINA, a body politic and corporate, referred to as "LESSEE;  WITNESSETH:  WHEREAS, authority to approve and execute this lease agreement was delegated to the Department of Administration by resolution adopted by the Governor and Council of State on the  Ist day of September, 1981; and  WHEREAS, the Department of Administration delegated to this State agency the authority to execute this lease agreement by a memorandum dated the 17th day of April, 1985; and WHEREAS, the parties hereto have mutually agreed to the terms of this Lease as NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises as described herein and the promises and covenants contained in the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth, Lessor does hereby rent, lease and demise unto Lessee for and during the term and under the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth, those premises or office space, with all rights, privileges and appurtenances thereto belonging, lying and being in the Town of Franklin, County of Macon,  hereinafter set out,  North Carolina, more particularly described as follows:  BEING a minimum of 1800 net square feet of office space located at 23 Macon Avenue, Macon County Annex, Macon County,  Franklin, North Carolina (the Premises").  THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS LEASE ARE. AS FOLLOWS:  1. TOHAVE/ ANDTOHOLD thel Premises for at term ofTwo (2)years, commencing on the 1st day of April, 2023 (the Commencement Date") and terminating on the 315t day of  March, 2025 (the "Term").  2. During the Initial Term, Lessee shall pay to Lessor as rental for the Premises the sum of ONE DOLLAR ($1.00). The Lessee agrees to pay the aforesaid rental to Lessor at the  Page 1of5    address specified, or, to such other address as the Lessor may designate by a notice in writing at  least fifteen (15) days prior to the due date. the satisfaction ofLessee the following:  3. The Lessor agrees to furnish to Lessee, during the Term at Lessor's sole cost and to  A. Heating facilities, air conditioning facilities, adequate electrical facilities, adequate lighting fixtures and sockets, hot and cold water facilities, and B. Lessor to provide required fire extinguishers and servicing, pest control, and outside trash disposal. Maintenance of lawns, parking areas (including snow  adequate toilet facilities.  removal) and common areas are required. C.F Parking, Elevator service, ifapplicable.  D. Premises are generallyaccessible toj persons with disabilities. This shalli include access into the Premises from the parking areas (where applicable), into the Premises via any common areas of the building and access to an accessible  restroom.  E.A All stormwater fees. Any fire or safety inspection fees.  F. Janitorial service and supplies.  G. Premises are generally accessible toj persons with disabilities. This shall include access into the Premises from the parking areas (where applicable), access into the Premises via any common areas of the building and access to a restroom  suitable for use by disabled persons. H. All utilities, except telephone.  I. All land transfer tax/fees imposed by the County or City in which the space is J. The number of keys to be provided to Lessee for each lockset shall be reasonably determined by Lessee prior to occupancy and said keys shall be  located.  furnished by Lessor to Lessee at no cost to Lessee.  4. During the Term, the Lessor shall keep the Premises in good repair and tenantable condition, to the end that all facilities are kept in an operative condition. Maintenance shall include, but is not limited to, furnishing and replacing electrical light fixture ballasts, air  Page2of5    conditioning and ventilating equipment filter pads, ifa applicable, and broken glass. In case Lessor shall, after notice in writing from the Lessee in regard to a specified condition, fail, refuse, or neglect to correct said condition, ori in the event ofan emergency constituting al hazard toi thel health ors safety oft the Lessee's employees, property, ori invitees, it shall then be lawful for the Lessee, in addition to any other remedy the Lessee may have, to make such repair at its own cost and to deduct the amount thereof from the rent that may then be thereafter become due hereunder. The Lessor reserves the right to enter and inspect the Premises, at reasonable times, and to make  necessary repairs to the Premises.  5. Itisunderstood and agreed that Lessor shall, at the Commencement Date or at such other date as specified herein, have the Premises in a condition satisfactory to Lessee, including repairs, painting, partitioning, remodeling, plumbing and electrical wiring suitable for the  purposes for which the Premises will be used by Lessee.  6. The Lessee shall have the right during the Term, with the Lessor's prior consent, to make alterations, attach fixtures and erect additions, structures or signs in or upon the Premises. Such fixtures, additions, structures or signs in or upon or attached to the Premises under this Lease or any prior lease of which this Lease is an extension or renewal shall be and remain the property oft the Lessee and may be removed therefrom by the Lessee prior to the termination oft this Lease  or any renewal or extension thereof, or within a reasonable time thereafter.  7. Ifthe Premises are destroyed by fire or other casualty, without fault of the Lessee, thisLease shall immediately terminate and thei rent shall be apportioned tot the time ofthe damage. In case of partial destruction or damage by fire or other casualty without fault oft the Lessee, soas to render the Premises untenable in whole or in part, there shall be an apportionment of the rent until the damage has been repaired. During such period of repair, Lessee shall have the right to obtain similar office space at the expense ofLessee or the Lessee may terminate this Lease by  giving fifteen (15) days written notice to the Lessor.  8. Lessor shall be liable to Lessee for any loss or damages suffered by Lessee which are a direct result of the failure ofLessor to perform an act required by this Lease, and provided  that Lessor could reasonably have complied with said requirement.  9. Upon termination ofthis Lease, Lessee will peaceably surrender the Premises in as good order and condition as when received, reasonable use and wear and damage by fire, war, riots, insurrection, public calamity, by the elements, by act ofGod, or by circumstances over which Lessee had no control or for which Lessor is responsible pursuant to this Lease, excepted. The Lessee shall have no duty to remove any improvement or fixture placed by it on the Premises or to restore any portion of the Premises altered by it. In the event Lessee elects to remove his improvements or fixtures and such removal causes damage or injury to the Premises, Lessee will  repair only to the extent of any such damage or injury.  Page 3of5    10. All notices herein provided to be given, or which may be given, by either party to the other, shall be deemed to have been fully given when made in writing and deposited in the  United States mail, certified and postage prepaid and addressed as follows:  to Lessor:  Macon County 5 West Main Street Franklin, NC 28734  toLessee: DOCI Property Officer w/ copy to: State Property Office  2001 Mail Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-2001 Attn: Space Planning and Leasing Manager 1321 Mail Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1321  Nothing herein contained shall preclude the giving of such notice by personal service. The address to which notices shall be mailed as aforesaid to either party may be changed by written notice.  11. Thel Lessee shall not assign this Lease without the written consent ofLessor, which 12. The Lessor agrees that Lessee, upon keeping and performing the covenants and agreements herein contained, shall at all times during the Term peaceably and quietly have, hold,  shall not be unreasonably withheld, but shall have the right to sublet the Premises.  and enjoy the Premises free from the adverse claims of any person.  13. The failure of either party to insist in any instance upon strict performance of any of the terms and conditions herein set forth shall not be construed as a waiver oft the same in any other instance. No modification of any provision hereof and no cancellation or surrender hereof  shall be valid unless in writing and signed and agreed to by both parties.  14. Any holding overa after the expiration ofthe Term, shall be construed tol be at tenancy from month to month, and shall otherwise be on the terms and conditions herein specified, sO far as applicable; however, either party shall give not less than sixty (60) days written notice to  terminate the tenancy.  15. The parties to this Lease agree and understand that the continuation of this Lease fort the' Term, is dependent upon and subject tot the appropriation, allocation or availabilityoffunds: for this purpose to the agency ofLessee responsible for payment of said rental. The parties to this Lease also agree that in the event the agency of Lessee or that body responsible for the appropriation of said funds, in its sole discretion, determines in view of its total local office operations that available funding for the payment of rents isi insufficient to continue the operation  Page 4 of5    DocuSign Envelope ID: FB4B85E2-D350-4530-871A-AE8A19BA1B40  ofits local office on the Premise, it may choose to terminate this Lease by giving Lessor written notice ofs said termination, and this Lease shall terminate immediately without any further liability  tol Lessee.  16. The Lessor or its agents shall not enter the Premises after Lessee's business hours, 17. This Lease shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of Lessor, its successors 18. This Lease shall be governed by, construed and enforced in accordance with the laws oft the State ofNorth Carolina: and court actions arising therefrom may! be broughtonlywithin  except in the event of an emergency, without first obtaining the permission ofLessee.  and assigns.  the courts oft the State ofNorth Carolina.  19. North Carolina General Statute $133-32 and Exécutive Order 24 prohibit the offer to, or acceptance by, any employee ofLessee ofany gift from anyone with a contract with Lessee, or from any person seeking to do business with Lessee. By execution ofthis Lease, Lessor attests, fori its entire organization, including its employees or agents, thati it is not aware that any such gift  has been offered, accepted, or promised by any employees ofi its organization.  IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, this Lease has been executed by the parties hereto, in  duplicate originals, as of the last date set forth in the notary acknowledgments below.  LESSOR: MACON COUNTY  CABIAE Derek C. Roland, Macon County Manager STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE  LESSEE:  Docusignedby: 0.3 Jorlan Mlicharh IV BreHPreharalV Chief Deputy Secretary  By: Title:  Page 5or5    AHachment a  NORTH CAROLINA SSOCIATION  PROCLAMATION April 30 through May 6, 2023  CLERKS TO THE BOARDS OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WEEK  WHEREAS: It is imperative to the democratic process that a well-informed WHEREAS: The office of the Clerk to the Board provides the communication link between the citizens, the local governing body and administrative departments, and local  citizenry participates in the operation of their local government; and  government partners; and  WHEREAS: The position of clerk is one of the oldest in local government, dating at least to biblical times, and whose term has long been associated with the written word; so, it is that modern-day clerks are official recordkeepers for their counties; and  WHEREAS: North Carolina law requires every board of county commissioners to appoint a clerk and the clerk continues in that position "at the pleasure of the board"; and WHEREAS: The clerk's most significant statutory duties concern the preparation, filing and safeguarding of local government records, but the statutory duties constitute  only a portion of what the clerk actually does; and  WHEREAS: The clerk plays a vital role in county government and provides the written record needed to ensure that the board is accountable to the county's citizens and  to other public and private officials; and  WHEREAS: The clerk is sometimes described as "the hub of the wheel" in local government because of the central work that the clerk plays in the government's  communication network; and  WHEREAS: As local government becomes larger and more complicated, the clerk's role as a professional, dispassionate provider of information to citizens, government officials, and the media becomes more and more important; and  WHEREAS: Clerks have the opportunity to participate in the North Carolina Association of County Clerks, a very active professional association of public officials dedicated to improving the professional competency of clerks through regular regional  and statewide educational opportunities; and    WHEREAS: In cooperation with the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Government and International Institute of Municipal Clerks (IIMC), the North Carolina Association of County Clerks helps to sponsor a nationally recognized, examination-based certification program that culminates in receipt of the designation of  Certified Municipal Clerk; and  WHEREAS: In addition, the North Carolina Association of County Clerks and the School of Government sponsor state certification programs leading to the designation of North Carolina Certified County Clerk, as well as opportunities for experienced clerks to obtain the continuing professional education needed to remain state-certified or to earn  an advanced Master Clerk designation; and  WHEREAS: In addition to conducting education programs, the North Carolina Association of County Clerks also directly assists clerks on the job with mentoring programs to provide guidance to assist clerks in their day-to-day work; and  WHEREAS: Clerks, upon their own initiative, participate in these certification and education programs, including annual meetings of the North Carolina Association of County Clerks and the International Institute of Municipal Clerks, which not only improve the operation of their office, but through their achievements and awards bring favorable  publicity to the counties in which they serve; and  WHEREAS: Clerks are involved at the state level, as well as in potential legislative WHEREAS: Although clerks work for the boards of county commissioners, they NOW, THEREFORE, the Macon County Board of Commissioners does hereby recognize the week of April 30 through May 6, 2023, as Clerks to the Boards of County Commissioners Week, and extends our appreciation to our Clerk to the Board Mr. Derek Roland (and to our Deputy Clerks to the Board Mr. Mike Decker and Ms. Tammy Keezer) and to all County Clerks for the vital services they perform and their exemplary dedication  and other matters of interest; and truly provide public service;  to the county they represent.  Adopted this 9th day of May, 2023.  Macon County Board of Commissioners  Reka  ATTEST:  C2 Derek Roland, Clerk to the Board