Charlton County public meetings in 2021

Folkston Mayor and Council

The Folkston Mayor and Council will hold its regular monthly meeting, covering routine approvals, reports from the police chief and city manager, and several action items. Key decisions include approving a probation services contract, a development authority request, and a variance for a property at 6017 N 2nd Street, LLC. The council will also consider rescheduling the January regular meeting.

• Approve CRSA Probation Services Contract
• Approve Development Authority Request
• Variance Request / 6017 N 2nd Street, LLC
• Reschedule January Regular Meeting
• Dana O'Quinn / Okefenokee Chamber (old business)

The Folkston Mayor and Council unanimously denied a variance request from 6017 N 2nd St, LLC to build two buildings adding 30 studio apartments, as the request did not meet the Land Development Code (residential use not permitted in a Commercial General district). The council also approved the assignment of the probation services contract from Satilla Probation Management to CSRA Probation Services, reappointed Nancy Zetmeir to the Development Authority Board, and rescheduled the January 2022 meeting to January 10. All other agenda items, including the agenda, minutes, and income/expense statements, were approved unanimously.

• Denied variance request from 6017 N 2nd St, LLC for 30 additional studio apartments (unanimous)
• Approved assignment of probation services contract to CSRA Probation Services (unanimous)
• Reappointed Nancy Zetmeir to Development Authority Board for 4-year term (unanimous)
• Rescheduled January regular meeting to January 10, 2022 at 6:30 pm (unanimous)
• Approved November 2021 income and expense statements (unanimous)
• Approved November 15, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Charlton County Board of Commissioners is holding a special called meeting to consider several proposals, including an E911 proposal, a Coca-Cola proposal, a 2021 budget amendment, and a 2022 proposal for methane and surface water monitoring. They will also adopt the agenda and minutes, hear public comments, and may enter executive session if required.

• Approval of E911 proposal
• Approval of Coca-Cola proposal
• Approval of 2021 budget amendment
• Approval of 2022 proposal for methane and surface water monitoring

The Charlton County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a $1,243,904.65 E911 proposal from Motorola Solutions for a 5-year term, contingent on review of terms. They also approved a 10-year Coca-Cola beverage agreement granting exclusive sales at recreation events in exchange for two scoreboards, a 2021 budget amendment for the Maintenance Shop, and a 2022 methane and surface water monitoring proposal for the Folkston and St. George Landfills. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved E911 proposal from Motorola Solutions for $1,243,904.65, 5-year term (unanimous)
• Approved Coca-Cola Beverage Agreement for 10 years, exclusive sales at recreation events for 2 scoreboards (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 Budget Amendment for Maintenance Shop (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Methane and Surface Water Monitoring proposal, annual fee not to exceed $9,300 (unanimous)
• Approved Assignment and Assumption of Services Agreement for Superior, State, and Magistrate Courts (unanimous)
• Approved Financial Report as presented (unanimous)
• Approved December 2, 2021 Minutes (unanimous)

Board of Elections and Voter Registration

The Charlton County Board of Elections and Voter Registration is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approving minutes from a December 14, 2021 regional redistricting meeting, ordering ballot paper, and setting the next meeting date. No other substantive actions are listed.

• Approval of minutes from December 14, 2021 Regional Redistricting Meeting
• Ordering of ballot paper
• Next meeting scheduled for January 20, 2021 at 10:00 AM

The Charlton County Board of Elections and Registration approved the purchase of 4 cases of secure ballot paper for the 2022 elections, responding to a regional shortage. The board also approved the November 18, 2021 minutes and discussed redistricting training from the Secretary of State's office. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved ordering 4 cases of secure ballot paper for 2022 elections
• Approved November 18, 2021 minutes

Board of Assessors

The Charlton County Board of Assessors held a regular monthly meeting on October 21, 2021, with three members present. The board unanimously approved the agenda, the September 14, 2021 minutes, 2022 homestead applications, public utilities for the digest, and ACOs without appeals. The Chief Appraiser submitted a financial report for review, and no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda for October 21, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from September 14, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 homestead applications (unanimous)
• Approved public utilities for the digest (unanimous)
• Approved ACOs without appeals (unanimous)

Folkston Mayor and Council

The December 13, 2021 work session of the Folkston Mayor and Council was canceled because there were no agenda items. No decisions were made or discussed.

Recreation Advisory Board

The Charlton County Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes and a financial report, and to discuss action items including soccer district, basketball signups, netting, scheduling, score booths, Field 7, lights for Field 8, bleachers at Laura/Ann Streets courts, and the Coke contract. The meeting includes time for public comments and a possible executive session.

• Financial report for November 2021
• Netting for ball fields
• Lights for Field 8
• Bleachers at Laura/Ann Streets courts
• Coke contract

The Charlton County Recreation Advisory Board did not hold its December 6, 2021 meeting because a quorum was not present. No decisions were made or items discussed.

Board of Commissioners

The Charlton County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on December 2, 2021, to consider several administrative and financial items. Key actions include adopting the 2022 budget, a budget amendment for 2021, and a local redistricting plan. The board will also hear presentations from county officials and consider agreements for indigent defense, jail operations, and voting system hardware.

• Consider adoption of 2022 budget
• Consider 2021 budget amendment
• Consider adoption of local redistricting plan (CharltonCountyCCSB-DRAFT2-202)
• Consider approval of hardware warranty agreement with Dominion Voting Systems
• Consider approval of amendment #1 to 2016 operating agreement with GEO

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the 2022 budget, the 2022 Indigent Defense Agreement, a redistricting plan, and a resolution honoring Ernest 'Dobie' Conner. They also approved a letter of support for a St. Mary's Riverkeeper EPA grant and an AFG grant application for a new fire engine. The E911 system proposal was tabled until the December 16, 2021 meeting.

• Approved the 2022 budget unanimously.
• Approved the 2022 Indigent Defense Agreement and Budget unanimously.
• Adopted a redistricting plan for the Board of Commissioners to be introduced as local legislation.
• Approved a resolution to name a portion of State Highway 121 in honor of Ernest 'Dobie' Conner.
• Approved a letter of support for St. Mary's Riverkeeper's EPA Environmental Education grant.
• Approved an AFG grant application for a new fire department engine with a 10% county match.
• Tabled the E911 system proposal ($1,759,833.00) until the December 16, 2021 meeting.
• Approved the purchase of 22 radios for the Volunteer Fire Department for $15,408.00.

Fire Board

The Charlton County Fire Board is meeting to adopt the agenda and minutes, review the financial report, hear reports from Georgia Forestry Commission and personnel, and discuss new applicants for support. The meeting is largely routine, covering standard administrative items and reports.

• Financial report presented by Terri Jenkins
• Georgia Forestry Commission report by Roger Todd
• Personnel report on completed EMR and new applicants for support
• Fire run reports by types (included in handout)

The Fire Board unanimously recommended that the Board of Commissioners approve submitting an AFG grant application for a new fire department engine. The Board also unanimously recommended the purchase of radios from Mobile Communications for $15,408.00, to be considered at the BOC's Thursday meeting. The agenda was amended to add these two items, and the October 25, 2021 minutes and financial report were approved. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and discussion on E911 dispatch operations.

• Amended agenda to add AFG Grant and radio update items — carried unanimously
• Approved October 25, 2021 minutes — carried unanimously
• Approved Financial Report — carried unanimously
• Recommended to BOC approval of AFG grant application for fire department engine — carried unanimously
• Recommended to BOC purchase of radios from Mobile Communications for $15,408.00 — carried unanimously
• Adjourned meeting at 6:40 p.m. — carried unanimously

Board of Elections and Voter Registration

The Charlton County Board of Elections and Voter Registration is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes discussion items on a voter registration drive at the high school, redistricting training, the GAVREO conference, and voter registration drive training. The board will also address the passing of a board member and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Voter registration drive at high school
• Redistricting training
• GAVREO conference
• Voter registration drive training
• Board member deceased

The Charlton County Board of Elections and Registration approved minutes from four prior meetings and discussed routine administrative matters. The board is seeking a replacement for deceased member Richard Booker, with no one having accepted the offer yet. Upcoming events include redistricting training and the GAVREO conference.

• Approved July 22, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved August 19, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September 21, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved October 21, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

Folkston Mayor and Council

The Mayor and Council will meet for a regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes reports from the Police Department and City Manager, as well as a potential vote on a City of Ethics Resolution.

• Approve Income and Expense Statements
• Approve City of Ethics Resolution

The Folkston Mayor and Council met on November 15, 2021, and approved the amended agenda, the October 18 minutes, and the October 2021 income and expense statements, all unanimously. They also unanimously approved the City of Ethics Resolution, which is required to be updated every two years. The police department reported 37 incident reports, 13 accidents, and 1,584 calls in October, and the city manager noted the Main Street resurfacing project was scheduled to begin that night. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved amended agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 18, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved October 2021 income and expense statements (unanimous)
• Approved City of Ethics Resolution (unanimous)

Folkston Mayor and Council

This meeting agenda is only procedural boilerplate: the City of Folkston work session scheduled for November 8, 2021, was canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting canceled

The November 8, 2021 work session of the Folkston Mayor and Council was canceled because there were no agenda items. No decisions were made or discussed.

Board of Commissioners

The Charlton County Board of Commissioners will consider several items, including an insurance renewal, an extension for the Folkston Ice Processing Center, a grant application for public transportation, and a fire board recommendation to pay volunteer firefighters $20 per run. They will also review purchase orders for EMS and road equipment, and bids for Traders Hill improvements. The meeting includes public comments and a possible cancellation of the November 18 meeting.

• Insurance renewal discussion with Phillip Saussy
• Extension of performance period for Folkston Ice Processing Center (expires Dec 15, 2021)
• Resolution to apply for GA DOT public transportation grant (Title 49 U.S.C. 5311)
• Fire board recommendation: pay volunteer firemen $20.00 per run
• EMS purchase order: Stryker Medical power load, $35,377.81; Road dept culvert pipe, $17,943.00

The Charlton County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the 2022 employee/employer health insurance cost-share options, an extension for the Folkston ICE Processing Center agreement (contingent on county attorney approval), a resolution allowing SGRC to apply for GDOT grants, the UGA Extension contract for FY2022, and a $20-per-run payment for volunteer firefighters. They also approved purchase orders for EMS equipment and road culvert pipe, and awarded bids for septic and electrical work at Traders Hill. The November 18 meeting was canceled.

• Approved 2022 employee/employer monthly cost-share medical options (unanimous)
• Approved Folkston ICE Processing Center agreement extension, contingent on county attorney approval (unanimous)
• Approved resolution authorizing SGRC to apply for GDOT public transportation grants (unanimous)
• Approved UGA Extension contract for FY2022 (unanimous)
• Approved $20 per run for volunteer firefighters, including ARPA payment (unanimous)
• Approved $35,377.81 purchase order for EMS MTS Power Load from Stryker Medical (unanimous)
• Approved $17,943.00 purchase order for culvert pipe from Advanced Drainage Systems (unanimous)
• Awarded Traders Hill septic bid to South Georgia Septic Services for $62,701.33 and electrical RV hookup bid to Charlton Electric for $85,406.49 (unanimous)

Recreation Advisory Board

The Charlton County Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve October minutes and the financial report, and to discuss several action items including beverage vendor proposals from Coke and Pepsi, LED light replacements for Field 8, baseball score-booth flooring, and basketball signup numbers. The board is also awaiting estimates for fencing and netting and will discuss flooring for the Old High School Gym. This is a regular business meeting with no public hearings or major budget decisions on the agenda.

• Coke & Pepsi proposals for beverage contracts
• LED light replacements for Field 8
• Baseball score-booth flooring
• Basketball signups: ages 9-10 (3), 7-8 (1), 4-6 (7)
• Old High School Gym flooring discussion

The Charlton County Recreation Advisory Board unanimously approved the October financial report. Members discussed several action items, including a Pepsi proposal, Coca-Cola scoreboard proposal, soccer tournament dates, and repairs needed at ball parks. The board also noted that a new playground at St. George will be on the December BOC agenda and that bids for Traders Hill are due November 3.

• Approved October financial report (unanimous)
• Discussed Pepsi proposal and Coca-Cola scoreboard proposal (no action)
• Noted soccer tournament dates: Nov 6 and Nov 15-18 in Jesup
• Identified 11 burned-out lights at parks
• Discussed repairing rotted flooring in score booths
• New playground at St. George to be on December BOC agenda
• Basketball sign-ups continue until November 30
• Waiting on pricing for netting at ball fields

Fire Board

The Charlton County Fire Board is holding a special called meeting to discuss supporting firefighters and training requirements. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no specific proposals or decisions listed.

• Discuss support for firefighters
• Discuss training requirements
• Possible executive session

The Charlton County Fire Board voted unanimously to keep fire run pay at $20.00 per run for both suppression and support firefighters, recommending the same to the BOC. They also voted unanimously to require a specific level of training to become a suppression firefighter, with Chief Lewis certified to teach the required training. The board discussed support firefighters not receiving a $300.00 state grant payment unless certified, and agreed to invite the Sheriff and training officer to the next meeting to discuss dispatched medical runs. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved motion to keep fire run pay at $20.00 per run for suppression and support firefighters, recommend to BOC (unanimous)
• Approved motion to require level of training to become suppression firefighters (unanimous)
• Agreed to invite Sheriff and training officer to next meeting to discuss dispatched medical runs

Board of Commissioners

The Charlton County Board of Commissioners is meeting to handle routine business, including adopting the agenda and minutes, and receiving a financial report. They will consider ratifying a vehicle leasing agreement with Ware County, approving a bid for roof repair at the county shop, and approving AC bids for a trailer in St. George. Public comments are limited to three minutes.

• Ratify vehicle leasing agreement with Ware County
• Ratify bid approval for roof repair at county shop (Gary Tippins)
• Approve AC bids for trailer in St. George

The Charlton County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved several expenditures, including a $5,494.37 purchase order for Road Department Caterpillar repairs, a $21,923.36 roof repair bid for the County Shop, and a $5,685.00 AC system bid for a trailer in St. George. The board also ratified a one-month vehicle leasing agreement with Ware County for an ambulance. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely administrative.

• Approved $5,494.37 purchase order for Road Department Caterpillar repairs (unanimous)
• Ratified vehicle leasing agreement with Ware County for ambulance (unanimous)
• Ratified $21,923.36 roof repair bid to Gary Tippins Construction (unanimous)
• Awarded $5,685.00 AC bid to Tropic Aire for trailer in St. George (unanimous)

Board of Assessors

The Charlton County Board of Assessors will hold its regular monthly meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from August 12, 2021. They will consider approving homestead exemption applications for 2022 and ACOs (Appraisal Certificates of Appeal?) without appeals. The chief appraiser will report on the financial statement and 2021 deeds for future years. Most agenda items are marked as 'not at this time' or 'nothing at this time,' indicating a largely procedural meeting.

• Approve Homestead Exemption Applications for 2022
• Approve ACO's without appeals
• Chief Appraiser's Report: Financial Statement and 2021 Deeds for future year
• Approve meeting minutes from August 12, 2021

Board of Elections and Voter Registration

The Charlton County Board of Elections and Voter Registration is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes a discussion of redistricting, along with routine items like approving minutes. The next meeting is scheduled for November 18, 2021.

• Redistricting discussion

The Charlton County Board of Elections and Registration held a regular monthly meeting with no substantive decisions. Members discussed that the county must redraw all district lines due to the 2020 Census, and noted that the County Manager and commissioners will attend a meeting in Atlanta on November 3rd without the Elections Office. No minutes were available for approval, and the next meeting was set for November 18, 2021.

• Adjourned meeting (motion by Teresa Hamilton, second by Teresa Guinn; carried)

Folkston Mayor and Council

The Folkston Mayor and Council will hold its regular monthly meeting, covering routine approvals, reports from the police chief and city manager, and old business including a presentation by Dana O'Quinn of the Okefenokee Chamber. Action items include adopting the 2021 millage rate and the 2022 budget.

• Adopt 2021 millage rate
• Adopt 2022 budget
• Police Department report
• City Manager report
• Dana O'Quinn / Okefenokee Chamber presentation

The Folkston Mayor and Council unanimously adopted a millage rate of 8.114 for 2021 and the 2022 budget as presented. The council also approved the agenda, prior meeting minutes, and September 2021 income and expense statements. Reports were given on police activity, city projects, and upcoming events.

• Adopted 2021 millage rate of 8.114 (unanimous)
• Adopted 2022 budget as presented (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for September 13, September 20, and October 7 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved September 2021 income and expense statements (unanimous)

Folkston Mayor and Council

The Folkston Mayor and Council held the final required public hearing on the 2021 millage rate and budget. No members of the public offered comments or questions. The hearing was procedural, closing after 30 minutes with no decisions made.

• Final public hearing for 2021 millage rate
• Two prior hearings held October 7 at 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM
• No public comments made

The City of Folkston held a public hearing on October 18, 2021, as the final required hearing before adopting the 2021 millage rate. No comments or questions were made by visitors. The hearing was opened at 6:00 P.M. and closed at 6:30 P.M. No formal decision was made during this hearing.

• Held final public hearing on 2021 millage rate (no vote recorded)

Folkston Mayor and Council

This meeting agenda is only procedural boilerplate: the scheduled work session of the Folkston Mayor and Council for October 11, 2021, was canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

The October 11, 2021 work session of the Folkston Mayor and Council was canceled because there were no agenda items. No decisions were made or discussed.

Board of Commissioners

The Charlton County Board of Commissioners will consider adopting the millage rate, a budget amendment for the Sheriff's Office, and several bids including lawn maintenance and roofing. They will also discuss purchasing an engine for the VFD, sick/vacation leave for 24-hour employees, and ARPA premium pay. The meeting includes public comments and an executive session if needed.

• Adoption of millage rate
• Budget amendment for Sheriff's Office
• Award of bid for lawn maintenance
• Award of roofing bid for County Shop
• Discussion of ARPA premium pay

The Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted the 2021 tax levy with a total millage rate of 35.61, awarded bids for lawn maintenance and roofing, approved a lease for Traders Hill Building, and authorized ARPA premium pay for eligible employees. A budget amendment for the Sheriff's Office was tabled, and no action was taken on sick/vacation leave for 24-hour employees or the fire engine purchase.

• Adopted tax levy with total millage rate 35.61 (unanimous)
• Awarded lawn care bid to Keene's Landscape & Irrigation for $93,900 (unanimous)
• Awarded roofing bid to Platinum Roofing for $21,933.73 (unanimous)
• Approved Traders Hill Building Lease to Adam and Tammy Bell at $350/month plus 3% of weekly gross (unanimous)
• Approved ARPA premium pay up to $2,000 for eligible employees and $13/run for registered firefighters (unanimous)
• Tabled budget amendment for Sheriff's Office (unanimous)
• Designated Chairman James Everett as 2021 ACCG Voting Delegate (unanimous)
• Approved proclamation for 'Pink Out Friday' and agenda amendment (unanimous)

Folkston Mayor and Council

The Folkston Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing regarding the 2021 millage rate. No other items are listed on the agenda.

• Public hearing for 2021 Millage Rate

The City of Folkston held a public hearing on October 7, 2021, to discuss the 2021 millage rate. No visitors were present, and the hearing was opened and closed by City Manager Leonard H. Lloyd. No substantive decisions were made during the hearing.

• Opened public hearing on 2021 millage rate
• Closed public hearing with no public comments

Folkston Mayor and Council

The Folkston Mayor and Council is holding a public hearing to discuss the proposed 2021 millage rate and the 2022 budget. No specific figures or decisions are listed in the agenda. The meeting is open for public input on these items.

• Public hearing on 2021 millage rate
• Public hearing on 2022 budget

The City of Folkston held a public hearing on October 7, 2021, to discuss the 2021 millage rate and 2022 budget. City Manager Leonard H. Lloyd stated the millage rate will increase from 7.401 to 8.114 mills, generating approximately $51,000. The 2022 budget includes two additional police officers and two additional public works employees. No formal decisions were made; the hearing was informational only.

• No formal decisions made; public hearing held for 2021 millage rate and 2022 budget

Recreation Advisory Board

The Charlton County Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes and a financial report, and to discuss several action items including basketball sign-ups, lighting for Field 8 at Deuce Lloyd, nets for ballfields, a jamboree with Pierce, a parade, Recreation Night, and septic tank pumping at Traders Hill.

• Basketball sign-ups October 15 – November 30
• Lighting for Field 8 @ Deuce Lloyd
• Nets for ballfields (pending estimate)
• Recreation Night, October 22 @ CCHS Football Game
• Septic tanks pumped out at Traders Hill

The Charlton County Recreation Advisory Board met on October 5, 2021, and approved the August and September financial reports unanimously. The board also discussed several action items, including basketball sign-ups, LED lighting for Field 8, and a request from the St. George Pow Wow to use recreation fences for signs and parking, which was allowed, but the board declined to turn on the lights.

• Approved August & September financial reports (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase order for LED lights for Field 8 at $4,399
• Allowed Pow Wow signs on recreation fences and parking, but denied request to turn on lights

Fire Board

The Charlton County Fire Board is meeting to handle routine business including agenda and minutes adoption, a financial report, and personnel and fire run reports. They will also discuss options for an engine located in Gurly and hear reports from guests and the Georgia Forestry Commission.

• Discussion of engine located in Gurly and options for Route 41
• Financial report
• Personnel report and fire run reports by type
• County administrator/clerk report
• Next meeting scheduled for November 29, 2021

The Charlton County Fire Board met and approved the agenda, minutes, and financial report. Chief Lewis discussed purchasing a 2000 KME International Commercial Pumper for $59,000 to be used at the Bend Fire Station, and a proposal to budget for a new engine was suggested for the next BOC agenda. No formal vote was taken on the purchase.

• Adopted September 27, 2021 agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted July 26, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial report (unanimous)
• Discussed purchase of 2000 KME pumper for $59,000 (no vote)
• Suggested adding new engine for Bend Station to next BOC agenda

Board of Elections and Voter Registration

The Charlton County Board of Elections and Registration is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will review and approve minutes from a prior meeting, discuss the GAVREO conference, and consider precinct cards received. A discussion of SB 202 is also on the agenda, along with scheduling the next meeting for October 21, 2021.

• Discussion of SB 202
• Precinct cards received
• GAVREO conference discussion
• Approval of meeting minutes
• Next meeting set for October 21, 2021

The Charlton County Board of Elections and Registration met on September 21, 2021, but took no substantive actions. Minutes from a prior meeting were not available for approval. Members shared takeaways from the GAVREO conference and discussed the new SB202 drop box requirement. The meeting adjourned with a motion.

• Minutes not approved (not available)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Folkston Mayor and Council

The Folkston Mayor and Council is holding its regular monthly meeting with routine approvals of agenda, minutes, and financial statements. The main substantive items are reports from the Police Department and City Manager, a presentation from Pastor Terrance Pender of the Unified Alliance of Charlton County, and an executive session to discuss personnel.

• Approve agenda, minutes, and income/expense statements
• Police Department Report
• City Manager Report
• Presentation by Pastor Terrance Pender / Unified Alliance of Charlton County
• Executive session to discuss personnel

The Folkston Mayor and Council unanimously approved the agenda, July work session and August regular meeting minutes, and the August 2021 income and expense statements. The council heard reports from the police chief and city manager, including that contracts were signed for the LMIG/Main Street resurfacing project with construction starting in November, and that public hearings for a millage rate increase and the 2022 budget are scheduled. The council entered executive session to discuss personnel matters and took no action upon returning to open session.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved July 12, 2021 work session and August 16, 2021 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved August 2021 income and expense statements (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to discuss employment, evaluation, or compensation of personnel (unanimous); no action taken
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Charlton County Board of Commissioners is meeting to adopt the agenda and minutes, hear a financial report, discuss ARPA funds, and consider approval of a bid for Third Street. Public comments are limited to three minutes. The next meeting is scheduled for October 7, 2021.

• Discussion of ARPA funds
• Consider approval of Third Street bid
• Financial report (second meeting)
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes

The Board unanimously approved awarding the North Third Street resurfacing bid to East Coast Asphalt for $141,405.89. A motion to use ARPA funds for employee premium pay failed in a 2-2 vote. The Board discussed ARPA fund uses for E911 and radio upgrades but took no action. Public comments included requests for a park naming resolution and animal control information.

• Adopted September 16, 2021 agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted September 2, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted financial report (unanimous)
• Awarded North Third Street resurfacing bid to East Coast Asphalt for $141,405.89 (unanimous)
• Motion to use ARPA funds for $1,500 premium pay to Public Safety and Building Maintenance employees failed (2-2)

Board of Assessors

The Charlton County Board of Assessors will hold its regular monthly meeting, primarily to approve 2022 Homestead Exemption applications and CUVA renewal applications. Most agenda items are marked as 'not at this time,' indicating no other substantive business. The Chief Appraiser will report on the financial statement and 2021 deeds.

• Approve Homestead Exemption Applications for 2022
• Approval of CUVA renewal applications
• Chief Appraiser's Report: Financial Statement and 2021 Deeds
• Approve August 12, 2021 meeting minutes

The Board of Assessors unanimously approved the agenda, the August 12, 2021 meeting minutes, CUVA renewals, and Homestead applications for 2022. The Chief Appraiser submitted a financial report and noted deed transfers through June were entered. The Board agreed to have Chief Appraiser Laurie Thomas withdraw the appeal for the Department of Audits' sales ratio study at the next County Commissioners meeting.

• Approved the September 14, 2021 agenda unanimously
• Approved the August 12, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously
• Approved CUVA renewals unanimously
• Approved Homestead applications for 2022 unanimously
• Agreed to withdraw the appeal for the Department of Audits' sales ratio study at the next County Commissioners meeting

Folkston Mayor and Council

The Folkston Mayor and Council are holding a work session to review the 2020 audit, hear from the Okefenokee Chamber and a resident, and discuss the 2022 budget. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Review of 2020 audit
• Presentation by Dana O’Quinn of Okefenokee Chamber
• Item from Janice Conner
• Discussion of 2022 budget

The Folkston Mayor and Council held a work session on September 13, 2021, reviewing the 2022 proposed budget, which includes a millage rate increase from 7.401 to 8.114 mills, generating an additional $52,228. The budget adds two police officers and two public works employees. The council also discussed the Okefenokee festival parade, zoning variance enforcement, and heard the 2020 audit report. No formal votes were taken; decisions are scheduled for the regular meeting on September 20, 2021.

• Reviewed 2020 audit: city reported positive net position in all categories.
• Discussed Okefenokee festival: city will provide public safety and trash service for Saturday and Sunday; parade included; committee to report at September 20 meeting.
• Heard Janice Conner's zoning variance concerns; mayor stated two RVs on Third Street lacked permission and city will contact owner.
• Discussed 2022 budget: proposed millage rate 8.114 mills (increase of .713), requiring three public hearings; hearings to be scheduled.
• Noted water and sewer budgets adjusted to balance income shortfall.
• General budget includes two additional police officers and two public works employees.
• Pastor Terrance Pender requested agenda placement for September 20 meeting to discuss MLK celebration.
• No formal motions or votes taken during the work session.

Recreation Advisory Board

The Charlton County Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes and a financial report, and to discuss a range of action items and FYI updates, including soccer field improvements, facility maintenance, and equipment repairs. The agenda is largely operational, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Estimate for lighting at soccer field (awaiting MUSCO)
• Pavilion power, lights, and concessions
• Diesel truck new transmission
• Tree removal quotes for 5 trees at Traders Hill and 1 at St. George
• Repaired swing sets and bleachers at Laura basketball court

No official meeting was held on September 13, 2021, because the board lacked a quorum. No decisions were made or actions taken. The minutes were submitted by Board Secretary Rebecca Harden.

Board of Commissioners

The Charlton County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with routine items including agenda and minutes adoption. They will consider waiving a permit fee for Roberta Henry, discuss a basketball court on Laura and Ann Street, and vote on purchase orders for fire department turnout gear from three vendors totaling $16,032. Public comments are limited to three minutes.

• Waive permit fee for Roberta Henry
• Laura and Ann Street basketball court discussion
• Purchase order for fire department turnout gear: NAFECO $5,186.00
• Purchase order for fire department turnout gear: Alert Vision $5,396.00
• Purchase order for fire department turnout gear: MTS Supply $5,450.00

The Board unanimously approved spending up to $5,000 from 2020 SPLOST funds for renovations to the Laura and Ann Street basketball court, including marking, pressure washing, electricity, water, and bleachers, to support an October 16 tournament. They also waived all inspection fees except mileage for Roberta Henry due to hardship, and approved a $5,186 bid from Nafeco for fire department turnout gear. The next meeting was moved from St. George to the Commissioners Conference Room in Folkston.

• Approved agenda and minutes from August 19 and 26, 2021, unanimously.
• Waived all inspection fees except mileage for Roberta Henry, unanimously.
• Approved up to $5,000 from 2020 SPLOST for basketball court renovations, unanimously.
• Approved Nafeco bid of $5,186 for fire department turnout gear, unanimously.
• Moved next meeting to Commissioners Conference Room, Folkston, on September 16, 2021.

Board of Commissioners

The Charlton County Board of Commissioners is holding a special called meeting to consider an amendment to the waste management contract. The agenda also includes public comments and commissioner comments, with an executive session if needed.

• Consider waste management contract amendment

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved an amendment to the agreement with Chesser Island Road Landfill, Inc., contingent on a $2.50 per ton fee required by the state. The meeting was a special called session with no public comments or other substantive actions.

• Adopted the August 26, 2021 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Waste Management contract amendment contingent on $2.50/ton state fee (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:00 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Charlton County Board of Commissioners is meeting to hear reports from the chief appraiser, chamber, and Okefenokee groups, and to consider approvals including fire pump repairs, an FY2020 audit amendment, and a Waste Management contract amendment. The agenda is mostly routine business with several presentations and consent-style items.

• Consider approval of pump repairs (Fire Chief C. L. Lewis)
• Consider approval of FY2020 amendment for audit
• Consider Waste Management contract amendment
• Hear Laurie Thomas, Chief Appraiser, on sales ratio study update
• Hear Daryl Deiters on EZIQC contracts for construction services

The Board unanimously approved appealing the 2020 Sales Ratio Study, which fell short of the required range and would cause revenue loss for the county and school board. They also approved the FY2020 audit amendment, tabled the Waste Management contract amendment, and referred fire pump repairs to the Fire Board for recommendation. Several informational presentations were heard, and no executive session was held.

• Appealed 2020 Sales Ratio Study (unanimous)
• Approved FY2020 Amendment for Audit (unanimous)
• Tabled Waste Management Contract Amendment (unanimous)
• Referred fire pump repair decision to Fire Board (unanimous)
• Adopted August 19, 2021 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August 5, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Financial Report (unanimous)

Board of Elections and Voter Registration

The Charlton County Board of Elections and Voter Registration will hold its regular monthly meeting to approve minutes, discuss qualifying for the 2021 municipal elections, and consider canceling those elections. The board will also discuss the GAVREO conference and set the next meeting for September 21, 2021.

• Qualifying for 2021 municipal elections
• Cancel municipal elections
• GAVREO conference discussion
• Next meeting set for September 21, 2021

The Board of Elections and Registration voted to cancel the November 2, 2021 general elections for the City of Folkston and City of Homeland because no seats were contested. The board also approved the previous meeting's minutes and selected attendees for the GAVREO Conference.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (motion carried)
• Cancelled November 2, 2021 general election for City of Folkston (motion carried)
• Cancelled November 2, 2021 general election for City of Homeland (motion carried)
• Selected Teresa Guinn and Brenda Hodges to attend GAVREO Conference

Folkston Mayor and Council

The Folkston Mayor and Council will hold its regular monthly meeting, covering routine approvals and reports. Action items include approving a bid for the Main Street Project, purchasing a trash truck, and establishing a checking account for American Rescue Plan funds. The agenda also includes old business with the Okefenokee Chamber and general discussion.

• Approve bid for Main Street Project
• Approve purchase of trash truck
• Approve checking account for American Rescue Plan funds
• Police Department Report
• City Manager Report

The Folkston Mayor and Council approved the low bid of $174,998.54 from Seaboard Construction Company for the LMIG/Main Street repaving project. They also approved the emergency purchase of a 2021 International trash truck for $147,365.09 and created a separate checking account for $940,499.50 in American Rescue Plan Act funds to be used for wastewater infrastructure improvements. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Seaboard Construction Company bid of $174,998.54 for Main Street repaving (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2021 International trash truck for $147,365.09 (unanimous)
• Approved American Rescue Plan Fund checking account at Southeastern Bank (unanimous)
• Approved July 2021 income and expense statements (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 19, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Assessors

The Charlton County Board of Assessors will hold its regular monthly meeting to approve property tax appeals, waivers, and CUVA continuation applications. The agenda includes routine items such as approving minutes and the chief appraiser's report, with no old or new business. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approve appeals to the Board of Equalization
• Approval of ACO's without appeals
• 30 Day Notice Appeals for Approval
• Approval of CUVA continuation applications
• Chief Appraiser's Report: financial statement, training, 2021 deeds

The Charlton County Board of Assessors approved sending 30-day notices for 8 appeals, approved 4 ACOs without appeals, and forwarded 1 appeal with no change to the Board of Equalization. They also approved a refund for two garbage cans for Kim and Billy Atwood, a homestead exemption for Richard Swindle, and a new salary for Laurie Thomas effective August 1, 2021. CUVA continuation applications were tabled for review at the August meeting. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved 30-day notices for 8 appeals (unanimous)
• Approved 4 ACOs without appeals (unanimous)
• Forwarded 1 appeal with no change to BOE (unanimous)
• Tabled CUVA continuation applications to August meeting (unanimous)
• Approved refund for 2 garbage cans for Kim and Billy Atwood (unanimous)
• Approved VA Homestead Exemption for Richard Swindle for 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved new salary for Laurie Thomas effective August 1, 2021 (unanimous)

Folkston Mayor and Council

This meeting agenda is only procedural boilerplate. The City of Folkston work session scheduled for August 9, 2021, was canceled, so no decisions or discussions took place.

• Meeting canceled

The August 9, 2021 work session of the Folkston Mayor and Council was canceled because there were no agenda items. No decisions were made or discussed.

Board of Commissioners

The Charlton County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with several discussion and action items. They will hear from Wendy Lee about the Board of Equalizers, discuss a fire department truck with C.L. Lewis, and consider an intergovernmental agreement for the St. Mary's River Management Committee. The board will also discuss a PTO policy and consider awarding bids for Traders Hill and a welder for the Road Department.

• Consider award of Traders Hill bid
• Consider approval of welder bid for Road Department
• Discuss intergovernmental agreement with St. Mary's River Management Committee
• Hear C.L. Lewis regarding fire department truck
• Discussion of PTO policy

The board unanimously ratified the purchase of dispatch and radio equipment from Mobile Communications for $133,982 to replace items destroyed by lightning. They also approved several other items, including UV lights for ambulances, a resolution designating an auditorium as a courthouse annex, and a motion to repair a fire engine rather than buy a new one. A motion to allow employees to sell back 80 hours of vacation (instead of 40) passed 3-2, and the Traders Hill bid was tabled for negotiation.

• Approved purchase of two UV antiviral lights for ambulances at $3,250 each (unanimous)
• Approved resolution establishing additional facilities as Courthouse Annex (unanimous)
• Ratified purchase of dispatch and radio equipment from Mobile Communications for $133,982 (unanimous)
• Approved repairing fire engine and budgeting for a new one (unanimous)
• Approved amended Interlocal Agreement for St. Mary's River Management Committee (unanimous)
• Rescinded previous PTO change, keeping current system (unanimous)
• Approved selling back 80 hours of vacation instead of 40 (3-2)
• Tabled Traders Hill bid, directing County Administrator to negotiate terms (unanimous)

Recreation Advisory Board

The Charlton County Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes, review the July 2021 financial report, and conduct interviews for the recreation director position. The three candidates are Jarod Popham, Joel Shivar, and Charles Jackson. The board may also enter executive session if needed.

• Interviews of prospective recreation directors: Jarod Popham, Joel Shivar, Charles Jackson
• Approval of minutes from July 12, 2021
• Financial report for July 2021
• Next meeting set for September 13, 2021 at 5:00 p.m.

The Charlton County Recreation Advisory Board interviewed three candidates for the Recreation Director position: Jarod Popham, Joel Shivar, and Charles Jackson. The County Administrator will review applications and make an offer by August 6. The board also approved the July 2021 minutes and financial reports.

• Approved July 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted July 2021 financial report (unanimous)
• Interviewed 3 candidates for Recreation Director; offer to be made by Aug 6

Fire Board

The Charlton County Fire Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes routine items such as adopting the agenda and minutes, a financial report, and reports from the Georgia Forestry Commission and EMS. The board will also discuss equipment needs, including the Engine 41 pump, and review fire run reports by type.

• Financial report presented by Terri Jenkins
• Report from Georgia Forestry Commission by Roger Todd
• EMS runs report by Bruce Young
• Discussion of Engine 41 pump and equipment needs/wants
• Fire run reports by types (included in handout)

The Charlton County Fire Board met and approved the agenda, minutes, and financial report unanimously. Chief Lewis reported that Engine 41 pump repair would cost approximately $20,000, and representatives from Callahan Fire Department presented a 1995 Engine 1 for sale at $30,000. No formal decision was made on the truck purchase; the shop foreman will inspect another vehicle and make a recommendation. EMS and fire run reports were provided.

• Adopted July 26, 2021 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 24, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial report (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 6:30 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Elections and Voter Registration

The Charlton County Board of Elections and Registration will hold its regular monthly meeting to approve minutes, review the 2022 elections budget, and discuss redistricting. The board will also address public hearings held, new precinct cards, SB202 changes to dropboxes, an open records request, and upcoming regional meetings.

• 2022 Elections Budget
• Redistricting
• New Precinct Cards Ordered
• SB202 Changes Regarding Dropboxes
• Open Records Request

The Charlton County Board of Elections and Registration held a routine monthly meeting, approving prior minutes and receiving updates on SB202 election law changes, redistricting, and the proposed 2022 elections budget. No formal votes were taken on the budget or redistricting; the board only discussed these items. The board also denied a request to waive fees for an open records request and ordered new precinct cards.

• Approved minutes from previous meeting (motion carried)
• Denied fee waiver for open records request
• Ordered new precinct cards for affected voters
• Scheduled regional meeting for September 14, 2021
• Set next regular meeting for August 19, 2021

Folkston Mayor and Council

The Folkston Mayor and Council is holding its regular monthly meeting. Action items include approving the purchase of a garbage truck and discussing the 2022 budget, along with routine approvals of minutes and financial statements. Reports from the police department and city manager are also on the agenda.

• Approve purchase of garbage truck
• 2022 budget discussion
• Police department report
• City manager report
• Approve income and expense statements

The Folkston Mayor and Council approved the purchase of a garbage truck for $164,993.60, including delivery and additional costs for the metal surcharge and reeving cylinder, as an emergency purchase. The council also approved increasing garbage and trash fees by $1.50 each immediately and another $1.50 each effective January 1, 2022. The council approved the amended agenda, June 2021 minutes, and income and expense statements, and entered executive session for personnel discussion with no action taken.

• Approved purchase of garbage truck for $164,993.60 including delivery, metal surcharge, and reeving cylinder
• Approved garbage fee increase of $1.50 and trash fee increase of $1.50 effective immediately
• Approved additional $1.50 garbage and $1.50 trash fee increases effective January 1, 2022
• Approved amended agenda adding executive session for personnel discussion
• Approved June 21, 2021 regular meeting minutes as presented
• Approved June 2021 income and expense statements as presented
• Held executive session on employment, evaluation, and compensation; no action taken

Board of Commissioners

The Charlton County Board of Commissioners is meeting to handle routine business including adopting the agenda and minutes, and receiving a financial report. They will discuss a personnel policy update regarding paid time off, hear from Wendy Lee about the Board of Equalizers, and consider approving a fence bid for the St. George dump area. Public comments are limited to three minutes.

• Consider approval of fence bid for St. George dump area from T & T Fencing Company for $12,330.00
• Discussion of personnel policy update regarding PTO
• Hear Wendy Lee, Board of Equalizers discussion
• Financial report (second meeting)
• Adoption of agenda and minutes

The Board unanimously appointed Attorney Matt Eunice to hear county ordinance violations for presentation to Magistrate Court, at a cost of about $300 per quarter. They also awarded the fence bid for the St. George Dump Area to T&T Fencing Company, Inc. after the lowest bidder declined. The Board discussed but took no action on Board of Equalizers appointments and PTO policy changes, deferring them for more information. An executive session on potential litigation resulted in no action.

• Appointed Attorney Matt Eunice to hear county ordinance violations (unanimous)
• Awarded fence bid for St. George Dump Area to T&T Fencing Company, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved July 15, 2021 agenda with amendment (unanimous)
• Approved July 1, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial report (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to discuss potential litigation; no action taken

Board of Assessors

The Charlton County Board of Assessors is holding its regular monthly meeting to approve the agenda and minutes, and to handle routine property assessment matters. They will consider appeals to the Board of Equalization, approve ACOs without appeals, and review appeal waivers and releases. The Chief Appraiser's report includes financial statements, personal property returns, and updates on new construction and assessment notices. The meeting also includes a legal update on a breach case and public Q&A.

• Certification of appeals to the Board of Equalization
• Approval of ACOs without appeals
• Appeal waivers and releases
• Motor vehicle appeal approval
• Chief Appraiser's report: financial statement, personal property returns, new construction, assessment notices

The Board of Assessors approved sending 30-day notices for 5 appeals, approved a motor vehicle appeal for Lance Horne at a $3,000 value, and approved 5 ACOs without appeals. They also approved CUVA continuation applications and the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. The Chief Appraiser reported on financials, property returns, training, and assessment notices. The board noted a summary judgment won in a legal matter with no appeal to be filed.

• Approved 5 appeals with 30-day notice (unanimous)
• Approved motor vehicle appeal for Lance Horne at $3,000 value (unanimous)
• Approved 5 ACOs without appeals (unanimous)
• Approved CUVA continuation applications (unanimous)
• Approved agenda for June 8, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from May 11, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Folkston Mayor and Council

The Folkston Mayor and Council are holding a work session with two scheduled presentations: one from Dana O'Quinn of the Okefenokee Chamber and another from Michael Lusk and Susan Heisey of the Okefenokee Refuge. No formal decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation by Dana O'Quinn / Okefenokee Chamber
• Presentation by Michael Lusk and Susan Heisey / Okefenokee Refuge

The Folkston Mayor and Council held a work session with no formal votes or decisions. They heard updates on upcoming community events, a new ecotourism website for the Okefenokee Swamp, and discussed the city garbage truck being out of commission with a possible replacement from Ohio. The city manager also noted a state contractor will be billed for repairs to six manhole covers on Highway 252.

• No formal decisions or votes were taken at this work session.
• Heard update on Food Truck Friday (July 16) and farmer's market (July 24).
• Heard update on Backpack event scheduled for July 31.
• Discussed new VisitTheSwamp.com website promoting Okefenokee tourism.
• Discussed garbage truck engine failure and possible purchase of a new truck from Ohio.
• Noted state contractor will be billed for repairs to six manhole covers on Highway 252.

Recreation Advisory Board

The Charlton County Recreation Advisory Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of minutes, a financial report, and comments from citizens and board members. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of minutes from June 7, 2021
• Financial report for June 2021
• Next meeting scheduled for August 2, 2021 at 5:00 p.m.

The Charlton County Recreation Advisory Board met on July 12, 2021, and approved the June 2021 meeting minutes and financial report, both unanimously. The board also discussed the ongoing search for a Recreation Director, with applications due July 23 and interviews planned for the August meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Approved June 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted June 2021 financial report (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Charlton County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on July 1, 2021, to consider several items including a site plan approval, a variance request, an ordinance amendment, and various contracts and purchases. They will also discuss personnel policy proposals and the use of American Rescue Plan Act funds for premium pay. The agenda includes public comments and an executive session if required.

• Site plan approval for Bobby Franklin
• Variance request for Tommy & Marsha Roddenberry
• Ordinance amendment to Section 2-3 (purchase orders; designation of purchasing agent)
• Unison Behavioral Health county participation contract
• Fire station roofing repair bids

The Board approved the Riverbend Oaks Apartments site plan for 180 units, raised the Board of Assessors stipend from $30 to $100 per meeting, and awarded fencing and fire station roofing bids. They also approved several policies and contracts, tabled a variance request and ARPA premium pay discussion, and ratified an ambulance purchase.

• Approved Riverbend Oaks Apartments site plan (180 units, 2-3 phases)
• Approved $100 stipend for Board of Assessors, effective Aug 1, 2021
• Awarded fencing bid to Clyde's Chain Link Fence for $10,100 (SPLOST funds)
• Approved MOA with Coastal Pines Technical College
• Tabled variance request for Tommy & Marsha Roddenberry
• Approved Ordinance Amendment Section 2-3 (purchasing agent)
• Approved Financial Policy and Personal Time Off Policy (effective Jan 1, 2022)
• Ratified ambulance purchase for $196,554 from Custom Trucks

Folkston Mayor and Council

The Folkston Mayor and Council is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda consists of routine procedural items such as approving the agenda, minutes, and financial statements, along with reports from the police department and city manager. There is one old business item regarding Dana O'Quinn and the Okefenokee Chamber, and no new business is listed.

• Approve agenda, minutes, and income/expense statements
• Police Department Report
• City Manager Report
• Old business: Dana O'Quinn / Okefenokee Chamber

The Folkston Mayor and Council approved the Okefenokee Festival for October 9-10, 2021, contingent on all requirements being met, and authorized Mayor Gowen and City Manager Lloyd to oversee planning. The council also approved the agenda, May minutes, and May income/expense statements. The police department reported 54 incident reports, 9 accidents, and 1,464 calls in May, with the city's portion of fines at $8,988.19. The city manager noted bids for the LMIG Main Street Project open August 4, 2021, and a lift station replacement bid opening July 21, 2021.

• Approved the agenda as presented (unanimous).
• Approved the May 17, 2021 regular meeting minutes as presented (unanimous).
• Approved the May 2021 income and expense statements as presented (unanimous).
• Approved the Okefenokee Festival for October 9-10, 2021, contingent on all requirements, and authorized Mayor Gowen and City Manager Lloyd to oversee planning (unanimous).
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:02 pm (unanimous).

Board of Commissioners

The Charlton County Board of Commissioners is holding a workshop and public hearing to discuss a proposed amendment to Section 2-3 of the county ordinance regarding purchase orders and the designation of a purchasing agent. They will also discuss the use of American Rescue Plan funds and an update to the personnel policy on PTO. Public comments are limited to three minutes.

• Public hearing on proposed ordinance amendment to Section 2-3 (purchase orders; designation of purchasing agent)
• Discussion on use of American Rescue Plan funds
• Discussion on PTO policy as part of personnel policy update

The Charlton County Board of Commissioners held a workshop on June 17, 2021, discussing the use of American Rescue Plan funds and a potential paid time off policy change. No formal votes or decisions were made; the board requested more information on costs. A public hearing on an ordinance amendment was closed with no comments.

• Public hearing on ordinance amendment Section 2-3 closed with no comments
• Discussed using ARP funds for public safety salaries and benefits reimbursement
• Discussed combining sick and vacation days into paid time off
• Requested cost information on vacation pay and shift differential

Folkston Mayor and Council

The Folkston Mayor and Council work session scheduled for June 14, 2021, was canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

The June 14, 2021 work session of the Folkston Mayor and Council was canceled because there were no agenda items. No substantive decisions were made or discussed.

Board of Assessors

The Charlton County Board of Assessors will hold its regular monthly meeting to approve minutes, consider property tax appeals, approve CUVA applications, and receive the chief appraiser's report. The agenda includes routine items such as certification of appeals, approval of ACOs without appeals, and a motor vehicle appeal. No old or new business is listed, and no homestead exemption applications are pending.

• Approve appeal on vehicle (Motor Vehicle Appeals)
• Approval of CUVA applications
• Certification of appeals to Board of Equalization
• Approval of ACOs without appeals
• Chief Appraiser's report includes financial statement and personal property returns

The Board of Assessors unanimously approved forwarding 5 property appeals with no changes to the Board of Education, sending 30-day notices for 13 appeals, and approving a motor vehicle appeal for Vanessa Gail Danford at a $7,500 value. They also approved 5 ACOs without appeals, a CUVA application, homestead exemptions, and VA exemptions for Amanda Herazo (2022) and Michael Usher (2021). The meeting was procedural with no substantive policy decisions.

• Approved forwarding 5 appeals with no changes to BOE (unanimous)
• Approved 13 appeals with 30-day notice (unanimous)
• Approved motor vehicle appeal for Vanessa Gail Danford at $7,500 value (unanimous)
• Approved 5 ACOs without appeals (unanimous)
• Approved CUVA application (unanimous)
• Approved homestead exemption applications (unanimous)
• Approved VA exemptions for Amanda Herazo (2022) and Michael Usher (2021) (unanimous)

Recreation Advisory Board

The Charlton County Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes, review the May 2021 financial report, and discuss action items including fees, an incident involving Larry Allen and parents on May 18, 2021, and three baseball/softball all-star teams. The board will also set the next meeting date, as July 5, 2021 is a county holiday.

• Approval of minutes for May 3 and May 5, 2021
• Financial report for May 2021
• Discussion of fees
• Incident with Larry Allen and parents on May 18, 2021
• Baseball/softball all-stars – 3 teams

The board was informed that Recreation Director Larry Allen's employment was terminated effective 6/4/2021 due to insubordination, though Allen stated his last day was 5/21/2021. The board unanimously approved the May 2021 financial reports and corrected minutes from 5/3/2021 and 5/5/2021. Glenn Hughes is acting as Recreation Director and may take the position permanently; otherwise, the position will be advertised. No other substantive decisions were made; items like fee information were deferred for study.

• Approved corrected minutes from 5/3/2021 and 5/5/2021 (unanimous)
• Accepted May 2021 financial reports (unanimous)
• Noted termination of Recreation Director Larry Allen effective 6/4/2021
• Deferred fee information discussion to next meeting
• Discussed potential county pool and grant funding (no action taken)

Board of Commissioners

The Charlton County Board of Commissioners will meet to consider two action items: approval of a borrow pit lease and a variance request from Lucinda Jordan. The agenda also includes routine items like adopting the agenda and minutes, public comments, and an executive session if needed.

• Approval of borrow pit lease
• Variance request by Lucinda Jordan
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes
• Next meeting scheduled for June 17, 2021

The Board approved increasing fire run pay from $10 to $20 per run, and authorized the Sheriff to purchase 6 Dodge Durangos and 2 Dodge Chargers from Woody Folsom Dodge on a 48-month payment plan, with total cost before interest at $282,674.00, funded by 2020 SPLOST monies. The Board also approved a borrow pit lease form, denied a variance request for a mobile home on a .16-acre lot, and waived tax penalties for Lynn Murray (with one dissenting vote).

• Approved increase of fire run pay from $10 to $20 per run (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 6 Dodge Durangos and 2 Dodge Chargers from Woody Folsom Dodge on state contract, 48-month payment plan, authorizing Sheriff to negotiate interest rate (unanimous)
• Approved Borrow Pit Lease form (unanimous)
• Denied variance request from Lucinda Jordan to add mobile home to .16-acre lot, with $100 fee refund
• Waived 2019 and 2020 tax penalties for Lynn Murray due to COVID (4-1, Crews dissenting)
• Authorized payment of $8,800.16 to Georgia Southern for training of Jonathan Chancy (unanimous)

Fire Board

The Charlton County Fire Board is meeting to adopt the agenda and minutes, review the financial report, and hear reports from the Georgia Forestry Commission and county staff. They will also discuss communication towers, AED replacement, truck issues, and new personnel applicants, along with fire run reports.

• Financial report presented by Terri Jenkins
• Report from Georgia Forestry Commission by Roger Todd
• Discussion of communication towers
• AED replacement discussion
• Truck issues discussion

The Charlton County Fire Board approved increasing volunteer fire run pay from $10 to $20 per run, and approved a $960 repair for Engine 41's pump. The board also noted the BOC's approval of $13,481.10 for six AEDs from Stryker, paid with 2014 SPLOST funds. The meeting was routine, with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved increase in volunteer fire run pay from $10 to $20 per run (unanimous)
• Approved Engine 41 pump repair at $960.00 (unanimous)
• Noted BOC-approved purchase of 6 AEDs from Stryker for $13,481.10 with trade-in, funded by 2014 SPLOST

Board of Commissioners

The Charlton County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting, including a first reading of a proposed ordinance amendment regarding purchase orders and purchasing agent designation. They will also consider approving a firefighter property program agreement and a purchase order for Stryker AEDs totaling $8,987.40 for the Volunteer Fire Department. The board will acknowledge the April 2021 wellness report and hear public comments.

• First reading of ordinance amendment to Section 2-3 (purchase orders; purchasing agent)
• Consider approval of firefighter property program agreement
• Purchase order request for VFD - Stryker AEDs, $8,987.40
• Acknowledge receipt of April 2021 wellness report
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes

The Charlton County Board of Commissioners approved a pre-application for GEMA/HS warning and communication equipment at a cost of $112,874.11, with the county share of $16,931.12 to be covered by budgeted grant monies and SPLOST funds. The board also approved a firefighter property program agreement, a purchase of six AEDs for $13,481.10, and the financial report. An ordinance amendment on purchasing agents had its first reading, and an executive session on potential litigation and personnel resulted in no action.

• Approved GEMA/HS pre-application for warning equipment, $112,874.11 (unanimous)
• Approved Firefighter Property Program agreement with Georgia Forestry Commission (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 6 AEDs from Stryker for $13,481.10, paid with 2014 SPLOST (unanimous)
• Approved May 20, 2021 agenda with amendment (unanimous)
• Approved May 6, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial report (unanimous)
• Held first reading of ordinance amendment on purchase orders and purchasing agent
• Entered executive session for potential litigation and personnel; no action taken

Board of Elections and Voter Registration

The Charlton County Board of Elections and Registration will hold its regular monthly meeting to review minutes, acknowledge a letter to Chris Harvey, and discuss SB 202, including new forms and procedures for compliance. The board will also set public hearing dates for the consolidation of polling locations. The meeting is scheduled for May 18, 2021, at 1520 Third Street, Suite C, Folkston, GA.

• Discussion of SB 202 changes effective now and July 1, 2021
• New forms and procedures for SB 202 compliance
• Setting public hearing dates for polling location consolidation
• Letter to Chris Harvey acknowledged
• Next meeting set for June 15, 2021 at 4:30 PM

The Charlton County Board of Elections approved minutes and acknowledged a letter from Chris Harvey. They discussed SB 202 compliance and set public hearing dates for consolidating three polling locations into the Charlton County Annex Auditorium. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes as read
• Acknowledged letter from Chris Harvey re: State Election Board notification
• Set public hearings for June 15 and June 17, 2021, on polling place consolidation

Folkston Mayor and Council

The Folkston Mayor and Council approved a variance for Denzil and Jacqueline Riley to place a mobile structure at 105 Mizell-Gibson Street, approved the Okefenokee Festival for October 9 only (denying the second day), and declared surplus police equipment to be donated to the Homeland Police Department. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Riley variance for mobile structure at 105 Mizell-Gibson Street (unanimous)
• Approved Okefenokee Festival for October 9, 2021; denied October 10 extension (unanimous)
• Declared surplus police equipment and donated to Homeland Police Department (unanimous)
• Approved amended agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 2021 income and expense statements (unanimous)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors unanimously approved forwarding 6 appeals with no changes to the Board of Equalization, sending 6 appeals with 30-day notices, and issuing 6 ACOs with new 2020 bills. They also approved a homestead exemption application, a CUVA application, and CUVA/FLPA values from the Department of Revenue for 2021. The office will close to the public every Wednesday starting April 21, 2021.

• Approved forwarding 6 appeals to BOE (unanimous)
• Approved sending 6 appeals with 30-day notices (unanimous)
• Approved 6 ACOs with new 2020 bills (unanimous)
• Approved homestead exemption application (unanimous)
• Approved CUVA application (unanimous)
• Approved CUVA/FLPA values from Department of Revenue for 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved office closure to public every Wednesday starting April 21, 2021

Folkston Mayor and Council

The Folkston Mayor and Council are holding a work session with three agenda items: presentations from the Okefenokee Chamber and a Juneteenth Celebration organizer, plus a requested variance for the Riley Property on Mizell Street. No formal votes are listed; this is a discussion session.

• Dana O'Quinn / Okefenokee Chamber presentation
• Natasha Donley / Juneteenth Celebration presentation
• Riley Property Mizell Street – requested variance

The Folkston Mayor and Council held a work session on May 10, 2021, and agreed to allow a Juneteenth celebration on the Depot grounds, instructing organizers to coordinate with the Chamber. A request for a variance to place a mobile structure at 105 Mizell Street was presented but not voted on; it will be considered at the regular meeting. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved Juneteenth event at Depot grounds (unanimous)
• Instructed organizers to work with Chamber on event details
• Deferred variance vote for 105 Mizell Street to regular meeting

Board of Commissioners

The Charlton County Board of Commissioners will consider approving several resolutions to impose or authorize E911 charges on various phone services, including prepaid wireless, and will also consider a resolution to submit a 2021 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application. The board will also review contracts for senior center meals and wellness services, and approve bids for culvert pipes and limerock.

• Resolution imposing E911 charge on prepaid wireless service
• Resolution authorizing 911 charges on telephone services and wire enhanced 911 charges
• Resolution to authorize enhanced 911 surcharge on Voice over Internet Protocol service
• Resolution to authorize wireless enhanced 911 charge on wireless telecommunications connections
• Contract #AAA-2022-21 for senior center operation with congregate and home delivered meals

The Charlton County Board of Commissioners approved multiple resolutions imposing E911 charges on prepaid wireless, telephone, VoIP, and wireless services, and authorized a contract for senior center meals. They also awarded bids for culvert pipes and limerock, and approved a wellness program agreement with a split vote. The board ratified a fire department repair and a Day of Prayer proclamation, and authorized a letter regarding opioid litigation.

• Approved E911 surcharge resolutions for prepaid wireless, telephone, VoIP, and wireless services (unanimous)
• Approved Contract #AAA-2022-21 for senior center meals (unanimous)
• Approved Exhibit A to Client Services Agreement for Wellness Program, $35,640 annual fee (3-2)
• Awarded culvert pipe bid to Consolidated Pipe and Supply Co., Inc. for $47,432.22 (unanimous)
• Awarded limerock bid to Pritchett Trucking for $22.23/ton, 2600 tons (unanimous)
• Ratified Tender 50 repair for Fire Line, Inc. for $5,804.00 (unanimous)
• Ratified Charlton County Day of Prayer Proclamation (unanimous)
• Authorized Attorney Adams to submit ACCG letter on opioid litigation (unanimous)

Recreation Advisory Board

The board held a special called meeting on May 5, 2021. The agenda consisted of procedural items including a suspension decision.

• Suspension Decision

The Charlton County Recreation Advisory Board held a special called meeting on May 5, 2021, to decide whether to uphold or rescind the March 1, 2021 decision to suspend Coach Bryce Kidd for one year from all coaching and Jalisa Nixon for one year from all recreation events. After discussion, the board unanimously voted to uphold the original suspensions. Board members who were not present at the March meeting expressed support for the original decision.

• Upheld one-year suspension of Bryce Kidd from all coaching (unanimous)
• Upheld one-year suspension of Jalisa Nixon from all recreation events (unanimous)

Recreation Advisory Board

The Charlton County Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve April minutes, review the April financial report, and hear recreation director updates. The board will also take public comments, including a suspension appeal from Bryce Kidd and Jalisa Nixon, and may enter executive session if needed.

• Approval of April 5, 2021 minutes
• April 2021 financial report
• Suspension appeal by Bryce Kidd and Jalisa Nixon
• Next meeting set for June 7, 2021 at 5:00 p.m.

The Recreation Advisory Board approved the April minutes and financial report. It discussed the suspension of Jalisa Nixon and Coach Bryce Kidd, scheduling a special meeting to decide whether the suspensions stand. No final decision was made on the suspensions.

• Approved April 5, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted April 2021 financial report (unanimous)
• Scheduled special meeting to decide on suspensions of Jalisa Nixon and Bryce Kidd

Board of Elections and Voter Registration

The Charlton County Board of Elections and Registration will hold its regular monthly meeting to approve minutes, discuss consolidating polling locations, and approve a letter to the Secretary of State's Elections Division. The board will also note that Brenda Hodges will be out of office from April 23 through May 7, and that credit for voting has been given. The next meeting is scheduled for May 18, 2021.

• Polling location consolidation to be brought before the Board of Commissioners
• Approve letter to be sent to Secretary of State Elections Division
• Brenda Hodges out of office April 23 through May 7
• Credit for voting has been given

The Board of Elections and Registration voted to consolidate polling locations for American Legion, Folkston Fire, and Folkston into a single site at the Annex auditorium. They approved sending a letter to the Secretary of State's Elections Division about the consolidation. The board also discussed plans to verify all voting boundaries after redistricting in the fall, following issues found during the March Special Municipal Election.

• Approved minutes as read (unanimous)
• Approved letter to Secretary of State Elections Division regarding polling location consolidation (unanimous)
• Consolidation of American Legion, Folkston Fire, and Folkston polling locations into Annex auditorium (approved by board, presented to commissioners)

Folkston Mayor and Council

The Folkston Mayor and Council will hold its regular monthly meeting, primarily handling routine approvals including minutes, financial statements, and action items. Key actions include approving 2019 delinquent utility accounts, adopting a proclamation for Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Day, and approving an AT&T lease. The council will also receive reports from the police department and city manager, and discuss personnel in executive session.

• Approve 2019 Delinquent Utility Accounts
• Adopt Proclamation for Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Day
• Approve AT&T Lease
• Police Department Report
• Executive session to discuss personnel

The Folkston Mayor and Council unanimously rejected AT&T's request to modify a cell site lease, which sought reduced rents and other changes. The council also approved $15,596.90 in 2019 delinquent utility accounts as uncollectable, adopted a proclamation for Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Day, and approved routine items including minutes and financial statements. No action was taken after an executive session on personnel.

• Rejected AT&T request to modify cell site lease (unanimous)
• Approved 2019 delinquent utility accounts of $15,596.90 as uncollectable (unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation declaring April 19, 2021 as Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Day (unanimous)
• Approved amended agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 8, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 2021 income and expense statements (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to discuss personnel; no action taken (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Charlton County Board of Commissioners is holding a workshop to discuss several topics, including a plan to consolidate voting precincts in and around Folkston, a vehicle fleet presentation, and revisions to personnel and financial policies. They will also discuss a timber harvest model ordinance. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion session.

• Consolidation of voting precincts in and around Folkston
• Vehicle fleet presentation by Todd Likens Enterprise
• Personnel policy revisions
• Financial policy discussion
• Timber harvest model ordinance

The Board of Commissioners held a workshop and heard a proposal from the Election Board to consolidate three voting precincts into the Annex Building, citing cost savings, ADA compliance, and parking issues. No formal votes were taken; the board also discussed vehicle fleet options, personnel and financial policies, and a timber harvest ordinance. Public comments included a noise complaint about off-road vehicles.

• Heard Election Board proposal to consolidate precincts to Annex Building (no vote)
• Discussed vehicle purchase/lease options from Enterprise Fleet Management (no vote)
• Discussed personnel policy revisions (no vote)
• Discussed financial policy; final policy to be provided by Raulerson and Adams (no vote)
• Discussed Timber Harvest Ordinance HB 897 (no vote)

Board of Assessors

The Charlton County Board of Assessors is holding its regular monthly meeting to handle routine property tax matters. The board will consider approving homestead exemption applications, CUVA and FLPA applications and values for 2021, and forwarding certain appeals to the Board of Equalization. A notable proposal is to close the office to the public every Wednesday. The agenda is largely procedural, with no old or new business listed.

• Proposal to close office to public every Wednesday
• Approve Homestead Exemption Applications
• Approval of CUVA and FLPA applications and values for 2021
• Certification of appeals with no changes to Board of Equalization
• Approve March 9, 2020 meeting minutes

The Charlton County Board of Assessors approved forwarding six property tax appeals to the Board of Equalization and sending 30-day notices for six other appeals. The board also approved six ACOs without appeals, a homestead exemption application, a CUVA application, and CUVA/FLPA values from the Department of Revenue. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved forwarding 6 appeals to BOE (unanimous)
• Approved sending 30-day notices for 6 appeals (unanimous)
• Approved 6 ACOs without appeals (unanimous)
• Approved homestead exemption application (unanimous)
• Approved CUVA application (unanimous)
• Approved CUVA/FLPA values from Dept. of Revenue (unanimous)
• Approved closing office to public on Wednesdays starting April 21 (unanimous)

Folkston Mayor and Council

The Folkston Mayor and Council will hold a work session to discuss several items, including 2019 delinquent utility accounts, a proclamation for Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Day, and an AT&T lease. The agenda also includes an oath of office for Jim Gowen and a presentation by Dana O'Quinn of the Okefenokee Chamber. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion session.

• Oath of office for Jim Gowen
• Presentation by Dana O'Quinn of Okefenokee Chamber
• Discussion of 2019 delinquent utility accounts
• Proclamation for Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Day
• AT&T lease discussion

The Folkston Mayor and Council held a work session on April 12, 2021, discussing several items for future action. They reviewed a request from AT&T to modify a contract, which the council agreed was not in the city's best interest, and will vote on it at the regular meeting. They also discussed approving $15,596.90 in 2019 delinquent utility accounts as uncollectable, a Hometown Hero banner program, and a proclamation for Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Day. No formal votes were taken during this work session.

• Agreed AT&T contract modification not in city's best interest (to be voted on)
• Reviewed $15,596.90 in 2019 delinquent utility accounts for write-off approval
• Discussed Hometown Hero banner program for lamp posts ($150 per banner)
• Discussed proclamation for Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Day on April 19, 2021
• Recommended stop signs at Mt. Carmel and Laura Street

Recreation Advisory Board

The Charlton County Recreation Advisory Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of minutes, a financial report for March 2021, and updates from the Recreation Director. Public comments are scheduled, and the board may enter an executive session if needed.

• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Financial report for March 2021
• Recreation Director's action items and FYI
• Citizen comment by Bryce Kidd
• Next meeting set for May 3, 2021

The Charlton County Recreation Advisory Board approved the March 1, 2021 minutes with corrections and accepted the March 2021 financial report, both unanimously. The board also heard updates on field maintenance, opening day, and facility improvements.

• Approved the March 1, 2021 minutes with corrections to item 5d.
• Accepted the March 2021 financial report.
• Noted that weekly cleanup at St. George and Chatman-Mobley fields will begin April 6, 2021.
• Awarded the spraying contract to Charles Keene for monthly application at all ball fields.
• Announced Opening Day for Baseball on April 10, 2021 at 9:00 a.m., with first pitch at 10:00 a.m.
• Discussed keeping the name of the renovated gym as Mary McLeod Bethune Gym; no name change is planned.
• Reported receipt of the Traders Hill septic project design, pending Health Department permit.
• Reported purchase of a new lawn mower and ordered foul ball nets for fields 1 and 3.

Board of Commissioners

The Charlton County Board of Commissioners will meet to consider several administrative and operational items, including a 911 operating agreement, bid awards for services, and a hazard mitigation plan. The agenda also includes reappointments to the DEFACS board and a possible executive session.

• Consider approval of 911 operating agreement
• Consider award of audit services bid
• Consider award of ballfield maintenance bid
• Consider award of road department truck bid
• Consider approval for professional planning services to prepare hazard mitigation plan

The Charlton County Board of Commissioners voted 3-2 to support changing the St. Mary's River's designated public use to a Recreation standard, aligning with Florida's higher standards. The board also approved several contracts and appointments, including a $30,000 audit bid, a $26,400 annual lawn maintenance contract, and a $17,000 used truck purchase. All other agenda items passed unanimously.

• Supported St. Mary's River Recreation designation (3-2)
• Approved $30,000 audit bid to Mauldin & Jenkins (unanimous)
• Awarded lawn maintenance to Keene's Landscape, $26,400 annually (unanimous)
• Approved $17,000 purchase of 2006 Mack truck from Timmy King (unanimous)
• Approved 911 operating agreement with Sheriff's office (unanimous)
• Reappointed Donna Eunice and Matt Rouse to DFACS Board (unanimous)
• Approved professional planning services for Hazard Mitigation Plan (unanimous)
• Adopted Second Amendment support proclamation (unanimous)

Fire Board

The Charlton County Fire Board is meeting to adopt the agenda and minutes, review the financial report, and hear updates on roof repairs, personnel, and fire run reports. Guests include ONWR's Terri Jenkins and Georgia Forestry Commission's Roger Todd. The meeting is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Update on roof repairs
• Personnel report
• Fire run reports by types (handout)
• Financial report
• Guest presentation by ONWR's Terri Jenkins

The Charlton County Fire Board met on March 22, 2021, and unanimously approved the agenda (with an added item), the February minutes, and the financial report. The board also unanimously adopted the 2021 meeting schedule (May 24, July 26, September 27, November 29). No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural with reports from the Georgia Forestry Commission and updates on roof repairs.

• Adopted March 22, 2021 agenda with added 'Proposed Meeting Schedule' item (unanimous)
• Adopted February 22, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial report (unanimous)
• Adopted 2021 Fire Board meeting schedule: May 24, July 26, Sep 27, Nov 29 (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 6:30 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Charlton County Board of Commissioners will hold its second meeting of March, primarily to consider approving bids for fencing at Davis Field and repairs to a fire station. They will also discuss a potential conflict of interest requirement for the 2021 CDBG application and consider approval of a Hazard Mitigation Grant Program award. The meeting includes routine items like adopting minutes, a financial report, and acknowledging a wellness report.

• Consider approval of Davis Field fencing bids
• Consider approval of fire station repair bids
• Consider approval of Hazard Mitigation Grant Program award
• Discussion of potential conflict of interest requirement for 2021 CDBG application
• Acknowledge receipt of February 2021 wellness report

The Board of Commissioners approved the agenda and minutes, with a correction noting Commissioner Crews abstained from a prior item due to conflict of interest. They awarded the Davis Field fencing bid to Shipp's Building Contractors for $21,594, funded 75% by GDOT and 25% by the county. They also awarded the fire station roofing repair bid to Watertite Roofing for $34,925, approved a $28,000 hazard mitigation grant, and acknowledged the February wellness report. No public comments were made, and the board entered executive session to discuss pending litigation, taking no action.

• Adopted the March 18, 2021 agenda unanimously.
• Approved the March 4, 2021 minutes with an amendment noting Commissioner Crews abstained due to conflict of interest.
• Approved the financial statement unanimously.
• Awarded Davis Field fencing bid to Shipp's Building Contractors for $21,594, with GDOT paying 75% and county 25%.
• Awarded fire station roofing repair bid to Watertite Roofing of North Florida, Inc. for $34,925.
• Approved the Hazard Mitigation Grant award of $28,000 (federal share $21,000, local share $7,000), expiring October 23, 2023.
• Acknowledged receipt of the February 2021 Wellness Report, noting 70 county employees participated in health screenings.
• Entered executive session to discuss pending litigation; no action was taken.

Board of Elections and Voter Registration

The Charlton County Board of Elections and Registration is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will vote on approving the minutes from the previous meeting and will discuss a polling location consolidation and an open records request. The next meeting is scheduled for April 20, 2021.

• Polling location consolidation
• Open records request
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

The Board approved the previous meeting's minutes. The Board will discuss consolidating the American Legion, Folkston Fire, and Folkston City Hall polling locations at the Board of Commissioners' April 15, 2021 Workshop. Staff will take steps to prepare for that discussion. The Board also reviewed a list of challenged voters and will respond to the requesting parties.

• Approved the minutes of the previous meeting.
• Will discuss consolidating three polling locations at the April 15, 2021 Board of Commissioners Workshop.
• Directed Brenda Hodges to request agenda placement for the consolidation discussion.
• Directed Brenda Hodges to contact Gina Wright about consolidation requirements.
• Completed review of the challenged voters list from True the Vote / Phillip Lott.
• Directed Brenda Hodges to respond to True the Vote and the Democratic Party's inquiry.

Board of Assessors

The Charlton County Board of Assessors is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approving minutes, considering homestead exemption applications, and hearing a motor vehicle appeal from Ernest Duane Stamps. Most other agenda items are marked as 'not any at this time' or 'none', indicating limited business.

• Approve Homestead Exemption Applications
• Motor Vehicle Appeals: Ernest Duane Stamps
• Chief Appraiser's Report: Financial Statement
• Approve February 9, 2020 meeting minutes

The Charlton County Board of Assessors held a regular monthly meeting on March 9, 2021, with four members present and Chairman Dana O'Quinn absent. The board unanimously approved the agenda, minutes from the February meeting, and several property-related actions, including E&R/N.O.D./refund requests for two property owners, an appeal waiver for J.T. Pine Point, homestead exemption applications, and a motor vehicle appeal. No new business or appeals to the Board of Equalization were reported.

• Approved agenda with changes (unanimous)
• Approved February 9, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved E&R, N.O.D. & Refund for John Mitchell and Della Taylor (unanimous)
• Approved J.T. Pine Point appeal value (unanimous)
• Approved homestead exemption applications (unanimous)
• Approved Ernest Duane Stamps motor vehicle appeal to $1,000 (unanimous)

Folkston Mayor and Council

The Folkston Mayor and Council is holding its regular monthly meeting. Action items include approving the agenda, minutes, and financial statements, as well as a resolution to refinance a loan and a development authority request. The council will also receive reports from the police department and city manager, and discuss the Spanish Creek Watershed Management Plan.

• Approve resolution to refinance loan
• Approve Development Authority request
• Spanish Creek Watershed Management Plan discussion
• Police Department report
• City Manager report

The Folkston Mayor and Council approved a Master Bond Resolution to refinance the city's water and sewer loan, issuing a new $2,243,000 bond to redeem the 2014 bonds. The refinancing will save the city $213,000 over fifteen years. The council also reappointed Jim Gowen to the Development Authority Board of Directors and approved the February 2021 income and expense statements.

• Approved the agenda as presented.
• Approved minutes from February 8, 2021 Work Session, February 15, 2021 Public Hearing, and February 15, 2021 Regular Meeting.
• Approved February 2021 income and expense statements.
• Approved Master Bond Resolution to refinance water/sewer loan, authorizing issuance of $2,243,000 Series 2021 bond and redemption of 2014 bonds.
• Reappointed Jim Gowen to the Development Authority Board of Directors.

Board of Commissioners

The Charlton County Board of Commissioners will meet to consider several appointments and policy items, including reappointments to the Board of Elections and Library Board, an extension of COVID-19 sick leave, and adding paid holidays to the 2022 calendar. They will also hear an update on Spanish Creek from GMC representative Rob Brown. The meeting includes public comments and an executive session if needed.

• Hear Rob Brown, GMC - Spanish Creek update
• Reappoint Teresa Guinn to Board of Elections and Registration (term 1/1/2021-12/31/2025)
• Reappoint Linda Pina to Library Board (term 01/01/2021-12/31/2023)
• Consider extension of COVID-19 sick leave
• Consider addition of paid holidays to 2022 calendar

The Charlton County Board of Commissioners approved a modified extension of COVID-19 sick leave through May 31, 2021, and reappointed Teresa Guinn to the Board of Elections and Registration (with one abstention) and Linda Pina to the Library Board. The board tabled a proposal to add paid holidays to the 2022 calendar. It also heard updates on the Spanish Creek Watershed Management Plan and COVID-19 vaccine availability.

• Approved the March 4, 2021 agenda unanimously.
• Approved the February 18, 2021 minutes unanimously.
• Reappointed Teresa Guinn to the Board of Elections and Registration for term ending December 31, 2024 (Commissioner Crews abstained).
• Reappointed Linda Pina to the Library Board for term ending December 31, 2023 unanimously.
• Approved modified extension of COVID-19 sick leave, expiring May 31, 2021, unanimously.
• Tabled consideration of adding paid holidays to the 2022 calendar unanimously.

Recreation Advisory Board

The Charlton County Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and receiving a financial report. The main action item is a report from the Recreation Director regarding baseball sign-ups. The meeting also includes time for public comments and a possible executive session.

• Baseball sign-ups discussion
• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Financial report (none provided)
• Public comments period
• Next meeting scheduled for April 5, 2021

The Recreation Advisory Board approved a one-year ban on Coach Bryce Kidd and parent Jaleesa Nixon from recreation activities following an incident at a tournament in Appling County. The board also voted to recommend the Board of Commissioners increase the baseball registration fee to $40 per child, with a $100 cap for families of three or more. They approved the January and February minutes and financial reports, and discussed uniform purchases and mower needs.

• Approved minutes from 1/4/2021 and 2/1/2021 unanimously.
• Accepted financial reports for Dec 2020 and Jan-Feb 2021 unanimously.
• Approved one-year ban on Coach Bryce Kidd and parent Jaleesa Nixon from recreation activities.
• Approved recommendation to increase baseball fee to $40 per child, max $100 per family.
• Discussed allowing coaches to purchase uniforms at no more than $35 per child.
• Discussed purchasing one new mower with 2020 SPLOST funds.

Fire Board

The Charlton County Fire Board is meeting to adopt the agenda and minutes, review the financial report, and hear from guests and reports. They will consider bids for roof repairs and receive a personnel report on an applicant's assessment, along with fire run reports. The board will also discuss scheduling the next meeting.

• Consider bids for roof repairs
• Completion of Fire One - Two (2) volunteers
• Personnel report: applicant's assessment
• Fire run reports by types
• Financial report

The Charlton County Fire Board met on February 22, 2021, and unanimously approved the agenda, the January 25, 2021 minutes, and the financial report showing $39,399.32 remaining in the 2020 budget. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural, with reports on volunteer training, roof repair bids, and a rescheduled applicant assessment.

• Approved February 22, 2021 agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted January 25, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial report with $39,399.32 remaining in 2020 budget (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 6:20 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Charlton County Board of Commissioners will meet to consider adopting the millage rate, creating an E-911 advisory board, and approving various appointments and contracts. They will also vote on purchases of a power-load cot fastener and a wheel loader, and receive a wellness report.

• Consider approval/adoption of millage rate
• Resolution to create Charlton E-911 Advisory Board
• Reappointment of Al Reed and appointment of Dana O'Quinn to Development Authority (terms ending 12/31/2024)
• Approval of Board of Assessors proposals for appraisal maintenance and GIS mapping
• Purchase of power-load cot fastener (Model 6390) and trade-in/purchase of 930 M wheel loader

The Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted the 2021 millage rate of 18.42 mills for the county and 17.19 mills for the Board of Education, setting the tax levy. They also approved several contracts and appointments, including a $30,000 mobile home assessment agreement, a $44,425 airport design contract, and a $41,877.81 power-load cot purchase. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted millage rate of 18.42 mills for county and 17.19 mills for Board of Education (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 liaison appointments to various boards (unanimous)
• Approved resolution creating E-911 Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Reappointed Al Reed to Development Authority, term ending 12/31/2024 (unanimous)
• Reappointed Josh Popham to Development Authority, term ending 12/31/2024 (unanimous)
• Approved GMASS appraisal maintenance services for $30,000 and parcel mapping for $3,000 annually (unanimous)
• Approved airport engineering design agreement with Passero and Associates, $44,425 total (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Power-Load Cot Fastener from Stryker Medical for $41,877.81 (unanimous)

Board of Elections and Voter Registration

The Charlton County Board of Elections and Registration is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will discuss a resolution to consolidate precincts and review challenged voters submitted by True The Vote, alongside routine items like approving minutes and nominating officers for 2021.

• Discuss resolution to consolidate precincts
• Discuss challenged voters submitted by True The Vote
• March 16, 2021 Special Election early voting begins February 22, 2021
• Nominate and vote on chair and vice chair for 2021

The Charlton County Board of Elections and Registration approved minutes for December 2020 and January 2021, and elected Teresa Guinn as Chair and Teresa Hamilton as Vice Chair for 2021. The board began planning to consolidate three precincts (Folkston City Hall, Folkston Fire Station, and American Legion) and will present a resolution to the Board of Commissioners in April. It also discussed a list of over 200 challenged voters submitted by True the Vote; staff will review the list and report findings in March.

• Approved December 2020 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved January 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Teresa Guinn as Chair for 2021 (unanimous)
• Elected Teresa Hamilton as Vice Chair for 2021 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Folkston Mayor and Council

The Folkston Mayor and Council will hold their regular monthly meeting, starting with routine approvals of the agenda, minutes, and financial statements. Under new business, they will vote on the 2021 budget, the 2020 millage rate, and resolutions for two banks (FNB and Southeastern Bank) that require signatures. The meeting also includes reports from the police department and city manager, plus a mayor's report for general discussion.

• Approve 2021 Budget
• Approve 2020 Millage Rate
• Approve FNB Resolution / Signatures
• Approve Southeastern Bank Resolution / Signatures
• Police Department Report and City Manager Report

The Folkston Mayor and Council unanimously approved the 2021 budget of $2,420,314 and set the 2020 millage rate at 7.397, a 0.01% decrease from 2019. They also approved bank resolution updates, rescheduled the March meeting, and entered executive session with no action taken.

• Approved amended agenda adding executive session (unanimous)
• Approved January 11, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved December 2020 and January 2021 income/expense statements (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 budget of $2,420,314 (unanimous)
• Approved 2020 millage rate of 7.397 (unanimous)
• Approved FNB Bank Resolution #2103-01 updating signatures (unanimous)
• Approved Southeastern Bank Resolution #2103-02 updating signatures (unanimous)
• Rescheduled March 15 meeting to March 8, 2021 at 6:30 pm, canceling work session (unanimous)

Folkston Mayor and Council

The Folkston Mayor and Council is meeting to hold a public hearing regarding the budget. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Public hearing on the budget

The City of Folkston held a public hearing on February 15, 2021, to discuss the 2020 millage rate and 2021 budget. No visitors were present, and no substantive decisions were made during the hearing. The meeting was opened at 6:00 PM and closed at 6:25 PM.

• Public hearing held for 2020 millage rate and 2021 budget (no action taken)

Board of Assessors

The Charlton County Board of Assessors is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with no old or new business, no appeals, and no applications except for a homestead exemption. The board will also hear the Chief Appraiser's report and take public questions.

• Approve Homestead Exemption Application
• Chief Appraiser's Report: Financial Statement, Appeal update, CUVA breaches, BOE, Proposals
• Public Questions & Answers

The Board of Assessors held its regular monthly meeting, approving the agenda, prior minutes, and several routine items. Officers were elected for 2021, with Dana O'Quinn as Chairman and Gary Tippins as Vice Chairman. The board also approved the chief appraiser's recommendations on three appeals, tabled discussion of CUVA breaches for further research, and voted to offer Laurie Thomas the Chief Appraiser position pending County Manager approval.

• Approved agenda and January 12, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Dana O'Quinn Chairman and Gary Tippins Vice Chairman for 2021 (unanimous)
• Appointed Tammy Burch as Secretary to the Board (unanimous)
• Approved chief appraiser's recommendations on 3 appeals (unanimous)
• Tabled CUVA breach discussion for further research (unanimous)
• Approved chief appraiser to rule on appeals if needed (unanimous)
• Approved homestead exemption applications (unanimous)
• Offered Laurie Thomas Chief Appraiser position pending County Manager approval (unanimous)

Folkston Mayor and Council

The Folkston Mayor and Council are holding a work session with two agenda items: a presentation by Dana O’Quinn of the Okefenokee Chamber and a discussion of the 2021 budget. No votes or decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Presentation by Dana O’Quinn, Okefenokee Chamber
• Discussion of 2021 budget

The Folkston Mayor and Council held a work session to review the 2021 budget, with City Manager Leonard Lloyd presenting a proposed millage rate of 7.397%. A public hearing on the budget and millage rate is scheduled for February 15, 2021, with a vote to approve both planned at the regular meeting. No formal decisions were made during the work session.

• Scheduled public hearing for 2021 budget and millage rate on Feb 15, 2021
• Reviewed proposed 2021 budget with millage rate of 7.397%

Board of Commissioners

The Charlton County Board of Commissioners will consider resolutions for a countywide 911 emergency telephone service, an agreement with Sheriff Robert Phillips, and the creation of a 911 advisory board. They will also consider reappointments to the recreation and tax assessor boards, a budget amendment for probate office maintenance, and discuss a potential conflict of interest for a CDBG-MIT application, financial policy revisions, and stormwater/lot grading regulations.

• Resolution for countywide 911 service 'Charlton 911 Communication Services'
• Agreement between BOC and Sheriff Robert Phillips
• Create a 911 Advisory Board
• Reappoint Jesse Crews to Recreation Board (term 03/01/21-03/31/23)
• Reappoint Gary Tippins to Tax Assessor Board (term 12/31/20-12/31/2026)

The Board unanimously approved a resolution endorsing the concept of countywide 911 emergency telephone service (Charlton 911 Communications Services) and committing to its eventual implementation. The Board also tabled an agreement with Sheriff Robert Phillips and a resolution to create a Charlton E-911 Advisory Board. Several reappointments and a budget amendment were approved, and no action was taken on financial policy revisions or storm water/lot grading regulations.

• Approved resolution endorsing countywide 911 service (unanimous)
• Tabled agreement with Sheriff Robert Phillips (unanimous)
• Tabled resolution to create Charlton E-911 Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Reappointed Jesse Crews to Recreation Board, term 03/01/21-02/28/23 (unanimous)
• Reappointed Gary Tippins to Tax Assessor Board, term 1/1/21-12/31/2026 (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment #1 increasing facility maintenance and sheriff travel by $22,106 (unanimous)
• Declared no conflict of interest for 2017 CDBG-MIT application, Eston Prescott Road project
• Discussed financial policy revisions and storm water/lot grading regulations; no action taken

Fire Board

The Charlton County Fire Board is meeting to handle routine business including adopting the agenda and minutes, reviewing the financial report, and hearing reports from the Georgia Forestry Commission. The board will consider bids for roof repairs and discuss the completion of two volunteers for Fire One. Personnel and fire run reports are also on the agenda.

• Consider bids for roof repairs
• Completion of Fire One - two (2) volunteers
• Personnel report: applicant's assessment
• Fire run reports by types (in handout)
• Georgia Forestry Commission report by Roger Todd

Board of Commissioners

The Charlton County Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss personnel policy, finance policy, and E911, followed by a regular meeting. At the meeting, they will consider approving ambulance bids, a housing rehabilitation grant application, and a road funding request, among other items.

• Consider approval of ambulance bids: Custom Truck $216,058.00; First Class EV $179,995.00 + $23,500.00 for powerloader = $203,495.00
• Consider approval of resolution to apply for FY 2021 CHIP funds for housing rehabilitation improvements
• Consider approval of 2021 LMIG request for Briarwood and Grace Chapel 3
• Acknowledge receipt of quitclaim deed and PT 61 for conveyance of 2 acres known as Okefenokee Heritage Education Center
• Acknowledge receipt of December 2020 wellness report

Board of Elections and Voter Registration

The Charlton County Board of Elections and Registration is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will discuss the work schedule for the March 16, 2021 special election, begin discussion of precinct consolidation, and address a loose deadbolt at the St. George polling location. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and scheduling the next meeting.

• Discuss March 16, 2021 Special Election Work Schedule
• L & A Testing will begin 2/1/2021
• Deadbolt on door in St. George polling location loose
• Begin discussion of precinct consolidation
• Next meeting set for February 18, 2020

The Charlton County Board of Elections and Registration met and discussed the upcoming March 16, 2021 special election, setting early voting to begin February 22, 2021. They also began discussing consolidating three precincts into one location, with research to be presented at the next meeting. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Scheduled early voting for March 16 special election to begin Feb 22, 2021
• Set early voting hours Mon-Fri 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
• Directed work order for loose deadbolt at St. George polling location
• Assigned Brenda Hodges to research precinct consolidation

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors is holding its regular monthly meeting with a mostly procedural agenda. There is no old or new business, no appeals, and no homestead exemption applications to consider. The main substantive item is the Chief Appraiser's financial statement report.

• Approve agenda and December 15, 2020 meeting minutes
• Chief Appraiser's financial statement report
• No homestead exemption applications to approve
• No appeals to the Board of Equalization
• Public questions and answers session

The Board of Assessors approved a credit to Gloria Melton for four cans over the past three years related to landfill charges, addressing her ongoing concerns. The board also approved the agenda, prior meeting minutes, and homestead exemption applications, all unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made, as several agenda items had no business.

• Approved credit to Gloria Melton for 4 cans over 3 years (unanimous)
• Approved agenda for January 12, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved December 15, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved homestead exemption applications (unanimous)

Folkston Mayor and Council

The Folkston Mayor and Council is holding its regular monthly meeting, with action items including approval of the agenda, minutes, and financial statements. The main business is deciding on beer and wine license applications for JSK Food Mart and OM Food Mart, and hearing a presentation from Dana O'Quinn of the Okefenokee Chamber. Reports from the police chief and city manager, plus the mayor's report, are also on the agenda.

• Beer and wine application for JSK Food Mart
• Beer and wine application for OM Food Mart
• Dana O'Quinn / Okefenokee Chamber presentation
• Police Department Report
• City Manager Report

Board of Commissioners

The Charlton County Board of Commissioners will elect officers, consider applying for 2017 CDBG mitigation funds for street, drainage, and flood improvements, review grant administration proposals, set baseball recreation fees, approve bids for road projects on St. Mary's Bluff Road and Colonial Way, and consider a memorandum of understanding for the Folkston Ice Processing Center. Public comments are limited to three minutes.

• Resolution to apply for 2017 CDBG mitigation funds for street, drainage, and flood improvements
• Baseball recreation fees consideration
• Bid openings for 2019 LMIG - St. Mary's Bluff Road and 2020 LMIG - Colonial Way
• Memorandum of understanding for Folkston Ice Processing Center
• Chesser Island request

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the 2021 officers, with James Everett as Chairman and Alphya Benefield as Vice Chairman, and reappointed John Adams as County Attorney. They also approved a resolution to apply for 2017 CDBG Mitigation Funds for street, drainage, and flood improvements on Eston Prescott Road, and awarded a $445,159.20 bid to Littlefield Construction for 2019 LMIG St. Mary's Bluff Road improvements. The board approved a $40 baseball recreation fee, a Memorandum of Understanding for the Folkston ICE Processing Center, and a request from Chesser Island to accept waste from outside the Georgia/Florida area.

• Reappointed James Everett as Chairman and Alphya Benefield as Vice Chairman for 2021 (unanimous)
• Reappointed John Adams as County Attorney for 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted 2021 BOC meeting calendar with quarterly workshops at 6:00 p.m. and meetings at 6:15 p.m. (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to apply for 2017 CDBG Mitigation Funds for Eston Prescott Road improvements (unanimous)
• Awarded grant administration to Southern Georgia Regional Commission for 2021 CDBG (unanimous)
• Approved $40 baseball recreation fee, $100 max per household (unanimous)
• Awarded $445,159.20 bid to Littlefield Construction for 2019 LMIG St. Mary's Bluff Road improvements (unanimous)
• Awarded $260,003.00 bid to Littlefield Construction for 2020 LMIG Colonial Way improvements (unanimous)

Recreation Advisory Board

The board will receive updates regarding Bethune Gym and baseball sign-ups. Discussion is also scheduled regarding the Recreation Plan.

• Bethune Gym updates
• Baseball sign-ups and jerseys
• Recreation Plan discussion