MACON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS  CONTINUED SESSION JULY 30, 2019 MINUTES  Chairman Tate reconvened the meeting at 6:12 p.m. at the Franklin Fire Department located at 49 Maple Street in Franklin, NC as recessed from the July 9, 2019 regular meeting. All board members (with the exception of Commissioner Shields), the County Manager, Deputy Clerk, Finance Director, The purpose of the meeting was to hold a joint meeting with the Franklin Town Council and the Town of Highlands Board of Commissioners, with the Town of Franklin hosting. In attendance from the Town of Franklin were Mayor Bob Scott, Vice Mayor Barbara McRae, and Council Members Joe Collins, Brandon McMahan, Dinah Mashburn and Adam Kimsey. Town Manager Summer Woodard, Town Clerk/HR Director Travis Tallent, Town Fire Chief Matt Breedlove were also in attendance. Attending from the Town of Highlands were Mayor Patrick Taylor, Commissioners Eric Pierson, Amy Patterson and Donnie Mayor Scott welcomed everyone to the meeting, and following a welcome and invocation from Chief Breedlove, the group enjoyed a meal together. Mayor Scott then introduced those representing Franklin and gave an update on a variety of items. Chairman Tate introduced those. representing the county and also gave an update on a number of issues. Mayor Taylor introduced those representing Highlands, provided an overview of current town topics and addressed a number of issues involving possible partnerships with the county. With no other business, at 7:40 p.m. upon a motion by Commissioner Higdon, seconded by Commissioner Beale, the board voted 4-0 to adjourn.  County Attorney and members of the news media were present.  Calloway and Town Manager Josh Ward.  No action was taken.  Derek Roland  Jim Tate Board Chairman  Ex Officio Clerk to the Board  Minutes 07.30.19 Page 1 of1