MINUTES JANUARY8,2025 6:00 PM MERIWETHER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Commissioners Present: Chairman Adam Worsley, Vice Chairman Emmett Collins, Commissioner Genel King, Commissioner Jennifer Snelson, and Commissioner Bryan Threadgill Staff Present: County Administrator John Gorton, County Clerk Allyson Stephens, and County Commissioners Absent: none Attorney Nathan Lee Staff Absent: none I. CALL TO ORDER II. INVOCATION The Invocation was given by Mr. Blue Cole. III. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG IV. ADOPT AGENDA The Meeting was Called to Order by Chairmen Gene King at 6:07 p.m. All. Ar motion was made to Adopt the. Agenda by Commissioner Threadgill and seconded by 1. Chairman Gene King made ai motion to appoint Commissioner Adam Worsley to be the Chairman for 2025, which was seconded by Commissioner Threadgill. All were ini favor. Before changing seats, former Chairman Gene King stated that it had been a wonderful year and thanked the staff for their phenomenal work, as well as being respectful and professional overall. Commissioner King expressed that hel has learned al lot and has enjoyed meeting and talking with people throughout the County while hel has been Chairman. Commissioner King added that he was glad he had the opportunity to serve the citizens and looked forward to doing it again in the future. Commissioner King then presented Chairman Worsley with aj personalized gavel for Commissioner Snelson made ai motion to appoint Commissioner Collins as the Vice Commissioner Threadgill made al motion to appoint Interim County Administrator. John Gorton as the County Administrator which was seconded by Commissioner King. All were in Commissioner Threadgill made ai motion to appoint Allyson Stephens as the County 5. Commissioner Threadgill made a motion to appoint the Law Firm of Glover & Davis Commissioner Worsley. All were in favor. him to use during his 2025 term. 2. 3. favor. 4. Chairman for 2025 and seconded by Commissioner King. All were in favor. Clerk which was seconded by Vice Chairman Collins. All were in favor. which was seconded by Commissioner King. All were in favor. V. PRESENTATIONS VI. FINANCE REPORT None. Finance Director John Gorton provided the Commissioners with the Bank Balances as of2:30 p.m., Wednesday, January 8, 2024. Finance Director Gorton stated that the County was in good financial shape with General Funds being over $6 million with about 80% oft taxes being collected sO far. The Fire District ONM has $1.4 million, although some ofthose funds will be transferred back to General Funds due to the Fire District paying bills. Finance Director Gorton stated there will be a transfer ofmoney to the investment pool which is currently at 7.8 million and is gaining about $30,000 ofinterest. Finance Director Gorton added that ifhei moves 2 %t to 31 million dollars to the investment pool, the interest should increase to $45,000-$50,000. Finance Director Gorton stated that the information about Tipping Fees has not yet been received but should be obtained within the next couple of weeks. Finance Director Gorton added that he did verify with their District Manager, Susan, that everything reported to the County is correct and that they are verified by EPD in Georgia. Finance Director Gorton added that the issue now is to make sure the contract price is correct and that the correct contract pricing is Finance Director Gorton added that he will be sitting down with the District Manager, Susan, to discuss that with her. Finance Director Gorton provided the Board with the SPLOST and TSPLOST balances. Finance Director Gorton stated that has been paid but is waiting for confirmation before mailing the check. Finance Director Gorton stated that there was an available balance in the SPLOST of$977,000.00 available for spending. Finance Director Gorton stated that $45,000 was put toward RKO graveling that is committed. Finance Director Gorton added that there is $216,000 to spend in TSPLOST. Regarding LRA money, Magnolia and LL Revel turned in invoices, which leaves about $651,000 for spending, according to Finance Director Gorton. Chairman Worsley asked Finance Director John Gorton ifthese four projects consumed all ofthe LRA funding. Finance Director Gorton confirmed there was $651,000 left over after the four projects. Chairman Worsley stated that the next project needs to bei identified. Finance Director Gorton replied that Cane Creek Bridge was recommended as the next project, using LRA funding, and that the RFP for that would be January 25, 2025. Commissioner King asked Finance Director John Gorton about his progress with the audit. Finance Director Gorton replied that he had verified the correct tonnage and would be verifying the contract pricing. Finance Director Gorton added that he will be meeting with District Manager, Susan, to discuss those matters as well as a stipulation. Finance Director Gorton isi in hopes for another $100,000 maybe more but is waiting to hear back from their accountants next week. Commissioner King asked ift they were able to negotiate an increase ini the fees. Finance Director Gorton replied that the contract limits them along with state legislation, and he will be meeting with District Manager, Susan, to discuss the structure of the fee schedule. County. Administrator Gorton introduced Andrew McCrory, the new Recreation Director. County Administrator Gorton stated that Recreation Director McCrory is from Troup County and that he would be working with the County's new parks and recreation. Chairman Worsley welcomed him. E-911 Director Brin Jones wanted to make everyone aware of the incoming weather starting Thursday through Saturday. E-911 Director Jones stated that black ice, four inches ofice, and possible snow were all to be expected. E-911 Director Jones added that he had been in communication with the Superintendent and that the schools will be doing remote learning on Friday. E-911 Director Jones concluded that he would monitor the weather and respond as safely as possible. Chairman Worsley asked ifPublic Works had been in communication to prepare the roads for the upcoming weather, as well as what equipment was received. VII. DEPARTMENT HEADS needed for the preparation. County Administrator Gorton replied that he will be having a meeting with Public Works tomorrow, for the update on the weather tol be received today. E- 911 Director Jones added that he and Public Works Director Barry Lucas had communicated about the preparation for weather, and Public Works Director Lucas was planning on using as much salt as possible, as well as considering using the water truck for brine but was worried about the damage it may cause to the system. County Clerk Allyson Stephens added that she had seen the brine trucks from DOT that morning, which County Administrator Gorton added his confirmation ofDOT putting them out. Chairman Worlsey asked ift they would be on the state roads, but not the County' 's roads. County Clerk Stephens and County Administrator Gorton confirmed that he was correct. Chairman Worsley added that they needed to pull as many resources as they could tol keep the citizens safe at this time. VIII. CITIZEN COMMENT None. IX. MINUTES 1. County Clerk Allyson Stephens stated that on page 4 oft the Minutes, Commissioner Snelson brought to her attention a change and she has made the adjustment from removed to receive in regard to the fire trucks. A motion was made by Commissioner King and seconded by Vice Chairmen Collins to accept the Minutes oft the December 23, 2024, Regular Meeting at 6:00 p.m. All were in favor. X. PUBLICHEARING XI. APPOINTMENTS expire 1-1-2025, 1-year term. None. 1. Appointment for ACCG Legislative Coordinator- to fill an appointment that will Vice Chairman Collins made a motion to appoint Chairman Worsley to the. ACCG Legislative Coordinator. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Threadgill. All were in favor. Appointment for Community Action for Improvement (CAFI) to fill a term that County Clerk Allyson Stephens mentioned that Mr. Blue Cole was currently serving in that role. Commissioner Threadgill made a motion to appoint Mr. Blue Cole to the Community Action for Improvement. The motion was seconded by Vice Chairman Collins. All were ini favor. 3. Appointment for Industrial Development Authority - to fill a term that will expire Commissioner King made al motion to table the appointment till the next meeting. Commissioner Threadgill informed him that Ms. Mary Bray is currently int that position and has done a very good job. Commissioner King said that was fine. Commissioner Snelson asked ify you had to live int that District to hold that position. Commissioner Threadgill replied no and that you can cross over. Commissioner King withdrew his original motion and made a new motion to appoint Ms. Mary Bray to the Industrial Development Authority position. The motion was seconded by Appointment for Lake Meriwether Advisory Board, 2-year term, District 1. 2. will expire on 1-1-2025, 1-year term. on 1-9-2025, 4-year term, District1. Commissioner Threadgill. All were in favor. 4. County Clerk Allyson Stephens stated that Mr. Frank Keller was currently serving in this role, but was unsure ifhe would like to continue. Vice Chairman Collins stated that he had not talked with Mr. Keller. Commissioner King asked ifMr. Keller had been present at the meetings. Vice Chairman Collins confirmed that Mr. Keller had been coming to the meetings. Commissioner King made a motion to table the appointment until the next meeting. The motion was seconded 5. Appointment for Lake Meriwether Advisory Board, 2-year term, District 3. Vice Chairman Collins made a motion to re-appoint David Williamson to the District 3 Lake Meriwether Advisory Board. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Threadgill. All were 6. Appointment for Lake Meriwether Advisory Board, 2-year term, District 5. Chairman Worsley asked who had been serving in this role. County Clerk Allyson Stephens replied that Danny Stephens had been serving in that role. Chairman Worsley made a motion to re-appoint Danny Stephens to the Lake Meriwether Advisory Board. The motion was seconded 7. Appointment for Lake Meriwether Advisory Board, 1-year term, Commissioner. Commissioner Threadgill made a motion to re-appoint Vice Chairman Collins to the Lake Meriwether Advisory Board. The motion was seconded by Chairman Worsley. All were in Appointment for Lake Meriwether Advisory Board, 1-year term, City of County Clerk Allyson Stephens stated that Ms. Jada Holmes was currently in this position but was unsure ifs she wished to continue. Vice Chairman Collins made a motion to re-appoint Ms. Jada Holmes to the Lake Meriwether Advisory Board. The motion was seconded by 9. Appointment to Planning Commission 5-year term, District 4. by Commissioner Threadgill. All were in favor. in favor. by Commissioner Threadgill. All were in favor. favor. 8. Woodbury. Commissioner Threadgill. All were in favor. Commissioner Threadgill stated that Ms. Beth Neely Hadley was currently serving in that role made a motion to reappoint her. Vice Chairman Collins seconded the motion. All were in favor. County Clerk. Allyson Stephens stated that this was continued from the December 23, 2024, Regular Meeting at 6:00 p.m. and that the term was currently being held by a non-public member, Ms. Faye Perdue. Commissioner Threadgill made a motion to reappoint Ms. Faye Perdue. The motion was seconded by Chairman Worsley. All were in favor. Zoning Board of Appeals, 3-year term that will expire on January 5, 2025. County Clerk Allyson Stephens stated that the position was currently being held by Mr. Mike Womack. Commissioner Threadgill stated that this Board rarely meets and that he would need to contact Mr. Womack. Commissioner Threadgill made a motion to table this appointment until the next meeting. The motion was seconded by Vice Chairman Collins. All were in favor. Commissioner King stated that they may be missing an appointment, because he remembered during his term as Chairman, serving aj position for Three Rivers. County Clerk Allyson Stephens replied that it was not an appointed position, but a role that serves with Ms. Faye 10. Appointment for Three Rivers RC&D Board, 1-year term. 11. Perdue. XII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. 2025LMIG. Application - Discussion of road projects. County Administrator. John Gorton stated that Meriwether County had been awarded $830,548.14: for the FY2025 local maintenance and improvement grant tol LMIG with ai required 30% match of almost a quarter ofa million dollars which brings the total funding available for roadway and infrastructure improvements to $1,079,712.58. County Administrator Gorton added that these funds will support critical projects that enhance safety mobility and connectivity throughout the County ensuring efficient use ofr resources to meet the needs oft the community. County Administrator Gorton stated that the staffi has reviewed the road list prepared by Mr. Bill Cawthorne and that determined any road with a rating of2 29 or higher qualifies the need for resurfacing. County Administrator Gorton stated that one factor to consider in determining the roads that are listed with the residents that are living on each road and the estimated amount of TSPLOST funding and the LRA funds after Cane Creek Bridge can be used as well, which is estimated to be around $350,000 bringing at total to about $1,429,712.58. Chairman Worlsey asked ift the $1,079,712.58 would be added to LRA funds. County Administrator Gorton replied that they can't add LRA funds, and he estimated $350,000 for Cane Creek Bridge. Chairman Worsley stated that when they generated the budget, they anticipated the match OfLRA funds. County Administrator Gorton confirmed that he was correct. Chairman Worlsey added that they anticipated higher on the grant. County Administrator Gorton replied that he budgeted approximately $830,000 that they would receive based onj prior years. Chairman Worsley asked ifthere was any "wiggle room" in the budget for al higher grant. County Administrator Gorton replied that the budgeted amount is close to this amount, and with the match, it would be approximately a million dollars. County Administrator Gorton added that he estimated $825,000-5830,000 which was very close to his estimate of what was received from the state. County Administrator Gorton stated that there are eight projects that Mr. Bill Cawthorne identified from the road list and mentioned that the Board can table it till the next meeting to give them more time for consideration ifthey wish. County Administrator Gorton added that it would still give County Clerk. Allyson Stephens enough time to turn it into the state. County Clerk Allyson Stephens confirmed that her deadline was. January 31, 2025, and she would need to havei it to the state by February 1, 2025. County Clerk Stephens added that she had spoken with their representative and local aid coordinator and advised her that it would be January 31, 2025, before she could sendi it tol her. Chairman Worsley asked ife everything would be written and left out which project they decide on. County Clerk Stephens replied that it's an electronic application that she fills in with which projects and their amounts which will show their commitment to the 30% match. County Administrator Gorton stated that they can have it done within a day. Commissioner Threadgill asked for some work tol be done for District 4, since it was taken away last year. County Administrator Gorton stated that Mr. Bill Cawthorne clarified which roads were in which district on the road list. More specifics were discussed regarding the road list, and which districts they were in. Commissioner Snelson stated that she would like for them to look into Keith Road and King Road in District 2. Commissioner Threadgill stated that they have studied the roads on the road list and that they may go past their deadline ifanother study were to get done on those roads. Commissioner Snelson replied that she understood that, but the roads she was referring to were horrible. County Administrator Gorton stated that he would send Commissioner Snelson the road list. Commissioner Snelson replied that the roads she was referring to were worse than the roads on the road list. Vice Chairman Collins stated that he was told they could hold back the LMIG money for three years. County Clerk Stephens replied that you can get the money and submit projects for three years, but you cannot hold the funds for three years. County Administrator Gorton added that they have to give them a project and can reallocate the funds to a different project, but that a project must be submitted to secure the funding. Vice Chairmen Collins asked ift they could give them a project and relocate the funds somewhere else. County Administrator Gorton replied that Vice Chairman Collins was correct, but they would need to re-submit the project back to the state. Vice Chairman Collins stated that they could reach out to EMC Firms to see about receiving a bid from them about the roads. County. Administrator Gorton replied that he had spoken to EMC Firms in regard to the courthouse and that they asked about the LMIG project. Vice Chairman Collins stated that if they do more, then it might be cheaper. County Administrator Gorton replied that it was not uncommon ifthey chose to hold the funds for two years. More discussion continued about the specifics ofhow the funds are maintained with the road projects. Commissioner Threadgill made a motion to table the discussion until the next meeting. Vice FY2025 Public Transportation Service Agreement- Three Rivers Regional County Administrator John Gorton stated that he reached out to Ms. Brantley at Three Rivers Regional, and after discussing the transit agreement it was clarified there were no charges incurred in the prior years due to sponsorships covering the cost oft the transit program, however now that Three Rivers has assumed full management of the program their insurance expense has doubled. County Administrator Gorton added that as a result they are requesting $25,900 for this fiscal year July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, to ensure the transit program continues for the residents of Meriwether County. County Administrator Gorton presented the Commissioners with an email from Ms. Brantley that highlighted and outlined the questions that were asked from the Board. County Administrator Gorton presented the Commissioners with an overview of Meriwether Services FY2025, with financial and operational data that shows Three Rivers has not collected funds from the county since 2016 that inj part due to some additional funding received from other sources as well as other funding received during the COVID-19 pandemic. County Administrator Gorton continued to read the statement from Ms. Brantley's email to the Commissioners. Chairman Worsley stated that their concern was ifThree Rivers was asking for back-pay from previous years. County Clerk Allyson Stephens replied that she spoke with Ms. Brantley, and she said that Three Rivers was not asking for any back pay from previous years. Chairman Worsley asked ift this was something that had been budgeted for every year. County Administrator Gorton replied no, for this was something that came in last minute. Commissioner Threadgill stated that it should have been budgeted, and he remembers paying them between the years of2016 to 2020 until the COVID-19 pandemic occurred, and that' 's when the amount did not occur on an annual basis. County Clerk Stephens confirmed that the County has paid Three Rivers in the past. County Administrator Gorton stated that he would refer back to the old system, for the new system does not have that information. Commissioner Threadgill added that he was Chairman at the time the COVID-19 pandemic hit, and he remembers that being the first year the County didn't pay out anything due to the additional funds that came from the state and federal government. Chairman Worsley asked ift they were asking for approval on the contract. County Administrator Gorton replied that he was correct. Commissioner Threadgill asked if there was aj prediction for next year on what the payment would be. County Clerk Stephens stated that she had spoken with Ms. Brantley and asked her for enough headway to be able to inform the board, and that she will let Allyson know if there is an expected increase in insurance Chairman Collins seconded that motion. All were in favor. 2. Commissioner. cost. Vice Chairman Collins asked who received the money from $3 per passenger per trip. Staff responded that Three Rivers receives that money. Chairman Worsley made a motion to approve the contract and allow the chair to sign. The motion was seconded by Vice Chairman Collins. All were in favor. Commissioner King asked ifthey would be invoiced for 2024. County Clerk Stephens replied no, and they wouldn't be invoiced till June 2025. Chairman Worsley asked what account this would be paid out of. County Administrator Gorton stated the payment will 1. Allocation of Funds for Renovations and Repairs at 17234 Roosevelt Highway, County Administrator John Gorton stated that staff was requesting an allocation of$30,000 to fund repairs and potential renovations for the property located at 17234 Roosevelt Highway Building A, currently known as the DFCS building. County Administrator Gorton added that the funds will be utilized to address any necessary maintenance, structural updates, or improvements required to make the space suitable for relocating office personnel, and the funding willl be SPLOST for the January 15, 2025, term. Commissioner Threadgill asked ifthey had the money in General Funds to do this, for he sees it better to pull money from there instead off from SPLOST, due to there only being certain things allowed to be used for SPLOST funding. County Administrator Gorton replied that they could use contingency funds as well, and he has placed $100,000 for unforeseen. County Administrator Gorton added that he doesn'te expect it to be $30,000 but wanted to make sure there was enough to secure all sides of the building. Chairman Worsley asked ifthere was certainty that DFCS would be vacating on January 15, 2025. County Administrator Gorton stated that they need to discuss that in the executive session. Vice Chairman Collins asked if the building was recently redone. Commissioner Threadgill replied yes that they had a water pipe burst at the same time as the Health Department did, and it was completely renovated. More discussion occurred regarding the specifics of what would be done at Building A. Commissioner Threadgill made a motion to table to discussion until after executive session. The motion was seconded by Vice Chairman Collins. All were in favor. County Administrator John Gorton stated that they received one bid for the Elections Buildout from Rubio and Sons Interior Incorporated, with the amount of $672,117 as the base price and additional charges that totaled close to $20,000. County Administrator Gorton added that the staffrecommended rejecting the bid and allow them to negotiate with the vendor to try and reduce the pricing, and if that fails then they go out under professional services and follow their procurement guidelines to try and assemble everything they need for Elections to set up on April 18, 2025. County Administrator Gorton stated that the prior RFP was $500,000 before staff did most ofthe demolition ofthe building. Vice Chairman Collins asked what they would doi if Rubio and Sons wouldn't go any lower. County Attorney Nathan Lee replied that they would discuss that, and they would propose a creative procurement method where they would go out and solicit multiple sources, but that they still had to have a competitive process. Commissioner Threadgill made a motion to reject the RFP from Rubio and Sons and allow staff to go out and negotiate fora lower deal. The motion was seconded by Vice Chairman Collins. All were in County Administrator John Gorton stated that this was a request from the prior meeting, and speed bumps and slow-down signs were wanted in the 1.75-mile stretch. County Administrator Gorton stated they were asking for approval for the installation of speed bumps along with slowdown and speed limit signs along the 1.75-mile stretch on Dunn Road in Warm Springs. County Administrator Gorton added that this measure is necessary to enhance the safety of residents, pedestrians, and motorists by reducing speeding in the area. County Administrator come out ofGeneral Fund under Contingency. XIII. NEW BUSINESS Building A, Greenville, GA 30222. 2. Discussion of RFP for Elections Buildout. favor. 3. Discussion for Speed Bumps on Dunn Road. Gorton added that in addition to these trafficking devices and signage will help improve road safety, protect the community, and ensure compliance with speed regulations. Chairman Worsley asked ift there was an estimation oft the amount ofr money needed to do this. County Administrator Gorton replied that it would come way under the $5,000 threshold. Vice Chairman Collins asked ifthey had speedbumps. County Administrator Gorton stated that Public Works does. Commissioner King brought up that ifthey approve these speedbumps then other areas will start to want them, and that can lead to aj problem with emergency vehicles needing to get through those areas. County Administrator Gorton stated that it would bei ideal to have the speed bumps there for six months or so and then take them back up to reevaluate. More discussions occurred regarding the concerns ofp putting out speed bumps. Commissioner Snelson made a motion to install the speed bumps on Dunn Road that does not exceed the price of $10,000. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Threadgill. All were in favor. Resolution Authorizing Bank Accounts and Authorized Check Signers. County Administrator Gorton stated that there has not been an authorization for the banks that the County does business with, inj prior years, and that this was a resolution that establishes the banks in Meriwether County on Exhibit A. County Administrator Gorton added that there wasa Finance Director clause that he took out sO that the funds would stay in control oft the Board and no accounts are open or closed without the Board's approval. Commissioner Threadgill stated that he had a concern about a resolution on this situation. Commissioner Threadgill stated that the Board had this matter and had been approved in the past, and the resolution held great Commissioner Threadgill explained that ift there could be a situation where a lot ofindividuals could hold this power and that he disagrees with the resolution for the purpose ofl longevity. Further discussion occurred regarding the concern oft the resolution giving morej power to those individuals than the vote oft the Board when it comes to signing. Commissioner Threadgill made ai motion to deny the resolution and move forward with the standard of making appointments in an open meeting and voting on those individuals who can or cannot sign checks. The motion County Administrator John Gorton stated that he spoke with Mr. Chris from EMC regarding the courthouse assessment, and Mr. Chris believed it would be seven to ten business days to start on the project due to the weather. County Administrator Gorton stated that he had communicated with Mr. Mark Pullium, the Manchester City Manager, about ai fuel farm removal. County Administrator Gorton added that he recently received contact from AEM, and they will soon be starting the process for the farm. County Administrator Gorton stated that he will also be working with Mr. Pullium on Animal Services due to the many Facebook posts regarding Animal Services. County Administrator Gorton plans on sitting down with Mr. Pullium to propose an IGA on behalfofboth parties. County Administrator Gorton added that Manchester had proposed and signed an IGA in 2022, but he did not believe it had ever been brought to the Board. County Administrator Gorton stated that Public Works Director interviews had been held, as well as him working with Mr. Bill Cawthorne to identify LMIG roads. County Administrator Gorton stated there would be several RFP openings on. January 24, 2025: three for the tax assessor'soffice. and some for Cane Creek Bridge. County. Administrator Gorton stated that there is a warming shelter open in Manchester at the Community Building across from Ducks Trolley, and to call 706-672- 3809 if there is anyone that needs to utilize it. County Administrator Gorton added that there is a 20-passengar bus with a driver to take individuals to the warming shelter and bring them back ifneeded. County Administrator Gorton stated that the Jail AC coils have been replaced and are awaiting approval from stafft to verify everything is 4. power. was seconded by Vice Chairman Collins. All were in favor. XIV. REPORT FROM COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR suitable. XV. REPORT FROMCOUNTY COMMISSIONERS Commissioner Bryan Threadgill: Commissioner Threadgill welcomed Commissioner Jennifer Snelson onto the Board. Commissioner Threadgill congratulated Vice Chairman Emmett Collins and Chairman Worsley on their new positions on the Board. Commissioner Threadgill Vice Chairman Emmett Collins: Vice Chairman Collins thanked the staff and congratulated Commissioner Jennifer Snelson: Commissioner Snelson thanked District 2 for trusting her and Commissioner Gene King: Commissioner King stated he appreciated everything that the staff isd doing. Commissioner King stated that a tornado came through his area last week and roughly 52 power poles snapped in addition to many trees falling down. Commissioner King added that the power company was awesome in handling the situation, and everything was fixed within the Chairman Adam Worsley: Chairman Worsley thanked the staff for what they have done, specifically with the storm. Chairman Worsley welcomed Commissioner Snelson and thanked Commissioner King for what he had done within the past year as Chairman. Chairman Worsley thanked the Board for nominating him as Chairman, and stated he looked forward to the coming County Attorney Nathan Lee had no report, but did understand there was a need for the A motion was made to go into the Executive Session to discuss Litigation, Personnel, Real Estate and Tax Matters by Commissioner Threadgill and seconded by Vice Chairman Collins at 7:00 p.m. All were in favor. A motion was made to go out oft the Executive Session at 7:26 p.m. by Commissioner Threadgill and seconded by Commissioner Snelson. All were in favor. A motion was made by Commissioner Threadgill and seconded by Vice Chairman Collins to go Ar motion was made by Commissioner Threadgill to Appoint John Gorton as County Administrator. The motion was seconded by Vice Chairman Collins. All were in favor. Chairman Worsley announced Future Meetings prior to the Executive Session With no further discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Threadgill and seconded by Vice Chairman Collins to Adjourn the Meeting at 7:27 p.m. All were in favor. Approved by: Muiorly Nole of My Bod of Cormissionefs concluded with him looking forward to a much better year. Commissioner Snelson and Chairman Worsley. she looks forward to the next four years of serving the County. next day. year. XVI. REPORT FROM COUNTY ATTORNEY Executive Session. XVII. EXECUTIVE SESSION back into the Regular Session at 7:27 p.m. All were in favor. XVIIL.FUTURE MEETINGS & NOTICES XIX. ADJOURNMENT Attest: Date: oog Alupk fnnky Ckerk hnary 277025