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Median home value
$155,100 👤 Members & officials (14)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Board of Assessors
- Joseph Stadler
- Lasabre Neal
Who’s on the Board of Commissioners
- Stephen Sewell — Commissioner
- David Crawley
- Fred Favors
Who’s on the City of Thomson Council
- Lucretia Ferguson
- John Waller
Who’s on the Planning Commission Board
- Paul Coughlan — Commissioner
- Georgia Hobbs — Commissioner
- Bill Hopkins — Commissioner
- Bud Lunceford — Commissioner
- Penny Lowe — Commissioner
- David Crawley
- Jason Smith
🗳️ Election results (3 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
School Board 2025-11-04
Yes ✓ 2,034 · No 944
Mayor 2025-11-04
Ed Darby ✓ 540 · Allen Axon ✓ 82 · Keryl Corley 488
City Council 2025-11-04
Charlie Bowles ✓ 302 · Chauncy Ivey ✓ 269 · Tim Mosley ✓ 86 · Melissa Mason ✓ 78 · Tony Hedgecock ✓ 73 · Roxanne Hollimon ✓ 57
Upcoming
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
First Floor, Commissioner Room, Thomson
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 18:30
Board of Commissioners
210 Railroad Street, Thomson
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 18:30
Board of Commissioners
First Floor, Commissioner Room, Thomson
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 16:00
General
210 Railroad Street, Thomson
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 10:00
Board of Commissioners
210 Railroad Street, Thomson
Fri Nov 6, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Assessors
210 Railroad Street, Thomson
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 13:00
General
149 Main Street, Thomson
Thu Nov 12, 2026 · 16:00
Land Bank Authority
210 Railroad Street, Thomson
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 18:30
Board of Commissioners
210 Railroad Street, Thomson
Mon Nov 30, 2026 · 18:30
General
210 Railroad Street, Thomson
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 16:00
General
210 Railroad Street, Thomson
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Commission Board
210 Railroad St, Thomson
Wed Dec 2, 2026 · 10:00
Board of Commissioners
210 Railroad Street, Thomson
Fri Dec 4, 2026 · 09:00
General
210 Railroad Street, Thomson
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
First Floor, Commissioner Room, Thomson
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 13:00
General
149 Main Street, Thomson
Thu Dec 10, 2026 · 16:00
General
210 Railroad Street, Thomson
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 18:30
Board of Commissioners
210 Railroad Street, Thomson
Mon Jan 4, 2027 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
First Floor, Commissioner Room, Thomson
Mon Feb 1, 2027 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
First Floor, Commissioner Room, Thomson
Mon Mar 1, 2027 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
First Floor, Commissioner Room, Thomson
Mon Apr 5, 2027 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
First Floor, Commissioner Room, Thomson
Mon May 3, 2027 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
First Floor, Commissioner Room, Thomson
Mon Jun 7, 2027 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
First Floor, Commissioner Room, Thomson
Mon Jul 5, 2027 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
First Floor, Commissioner Room, Thomson
Mon Aug 2, 2027 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
First Floor, Commissioner Room, Thomson
Recent meetings
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 18:30
General
McDuffie County Board considers street lights and transit budget
The Board of Commissioners will review financial reports and consider the appointment of a Vice Chair. The meeting includes a first reading of an ordinance for street lights and a resolution regarding the transit budget.
- 1st Reading of Ordinance 2026-005 Montgomery Place Street Lights
- Resolution 2026-020 Transit Budget
- Award of 2026 LMIG Resurfacing Bid
- Appointment of Vice Chair for the Board of Commissioners
- September Budget and Financial Reports
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Board of Commissioners
Regular Commission Meeting
Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Government Complex Commissioner Room
AGENDA
WELCOME & CALL TO ORDER - Chairman Beggs
INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PUBLIC INPUT
APPROVALS
1.
Agenda - Current
2.
Minutes
a. Regular Session - September 15, 2026
b. Special Called Meeting - October 2, 2026
c. Work Session - October 5, 2026
d. Special Called Meeting, 10 AM - October 13, 2026
e. Special Called Meeting, 6 PM - October 13, 2026
INFORMATION & ANNOUNCEMENTS
3.
Fall Trash Amnesty Day is October 17, 2026
STAFF REPORTS
4.
September Budget Report
5.
September Financial Report
APPOINTMENT/REAPPOINTMENT
6.
Consideration to appoint Vice Chair for the Board of Commissioners
NEW BUSINESS
7.
1st Reading and Consideration of Ordinance 2026-005 Montgomery Place Street
Lights
8.
Consideration to Approve Resolution 2026-020 Transit Budget
9.
Consideration to Award 2026 LMIG Resurfacing Bid
ADJOURNMENT
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 13:00
General
149 Main Street, Thomson
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Commissioners
McDuffie County Board of Commissioners to set 2026 millage rate
The Board of Commissioners is holding a special called meeting to conduct a public hearing on the FY 2026 millage rate. The body will consider approving Resolution 2026-021 to establish the rate for computing 2026 property taxes.
- Public hearing on FY 2026 Millage Rate
- Resolution 2026-021: Establishing the millage rate for 2026 ad valorem taxes
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Board of Commissioners
Special Called Meeting - Millage Rate
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Government Complex Commissioner Room
AGENDA
PUBLIC HEARING
1.
FY 2026 Millage Rate
WELCOME & CALL TO ORDER - Chairman Beggs
INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVALS
2.
Agenda - Current
NEW BUSINESS
3.
Consideration to Approve Resolution 2026-021 Establishing the Millage Rate for
Purposes of Computing Ad Valorem Taxes on Property in McDuffie County for
Calendar Year 2026
ADJOURNMENT
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 10:00
General
McDuffie County Board of Commissioners to hold second hearing on millage rate
The Board of Commissioners is holding a special called meeting for a second public hearing regarding the FY 2026 millage rate.
- Public hearing for FY 2026 Millage Rate
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Board of Commissioners
Special Called Meeting - 2nd Hearing
Millage Rate
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Government Complex Commissioner Room
AGENDA
WELCOME & CALL TO ORDER - Chairman Beggs
INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVALS
1.
Agenda - Current
PUBLIC HEARING
2.
FY 2026 Millage Rate
ADJOURNMENT
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 16:00
General
210 Railroad Street, Thomson
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 10:00
Board of Commissioners
210 Railroad Street, Thomson
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 18:30
Board of Commissioners
First Floor, Commissioner Room, Thomson
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 16:00
General
210 Railroad Street, Thomson
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
First Floor, Commissioner Room, Thomson
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 18:30
Board of Commissioners
McDuffie County commissioners to discuss Ordinance 2026-005 on Montgomery Place street lights
The McDuffie County Board of Commissioners holds a work session on Monday, October 5, 2026 at 6:30 PM at the Government Complex. The agenda includes appointments to several boards and commissions, including a vice chair for the Board of Commissioners and seats on the Land Bank Authority, Water-Sewer Commission, Board of Health, and Recreation Advisory Board. Under new business, commissioners will discuss a street light ordinance for Montgomery Place, a transit budget resolution, a Rock House restoration RFQ, and a compensation and classification study proposal, among other items. No votes are scheduled; the agenda lists these as discussions and presentations.
- Ordinance 2026-005 regarding Montgomery Place street lights
- Resolution 2026-020 Transit Budget
- RFQ for Rock House Restoration Project
- Compensation and Classification Study Proposal
- Appointments to Land Bank Authority, Water-Sewer Commission, Board of Health, and Recreation Advisory Board
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Board of Commissioners
Work Session Commission Meeting
Monday, October 5, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Government Complex 2nd Floor Conference Room
AGENDA
WELCOME & CALL TO ORDER - Chairman Beggs
INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVALS
1.
Agenda - Current
INFORMATION & ANNOUNCEMENTS
2.
Fall Trash Amnesty Day is October 17, 2026
3.
National Night Out is October 6, 2026 from 6-8pm at the Dearing Track
4.
ACCG Conference in Athens is October 7-9th
5.
Old Frontier Equestrian Center Ribbon Cutting on Thursday, October 8, 2pm
6.
Old Frontier 6th Annual Rodeo is Friday & Saturday, October 9–10 - Gates Open at
5pm & Starts at 730pm
7.
UGA Small Business Development Center - Business Summit - Friday, October 9th,
9am to 3pm
STAFF REPORTS
8.
County Manager Report
APPOINTMENT/REAPPOINTMENT
9.
Discussion on Appointment to Vice Chair for the Board of Commissioners
10.
Discussion on Reappointments/Appointment to the Land Bank Authority
11.
Discussion on County Commission Appointment to the Water-Sewer Commission
12.
Discussion on Appointment to the Board of Health
13.
Discussion on County Commission Appointment to the Recreation Advisory Board
NEW BUSINESS
14.
CDBG 2027 Presentation
15.
Discussion on Fire Prevention Week 2026 Proclamation
16.
Discussion on Ordinance 2026-005 Montgomery Place Street Lights
17.
Discussion on Resolution 2026-020 Transit Budget
18.
Discussion on RFQ for Rock Ho …
Fri Oct 2, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Assessors
McDuffie County Board of Assessors to weigh two retroactive homestead exemptions
The McDuffie County Board of Assessors meets October 2, 2026, to approve minutes and its agenda, hear department reports, and consider administrative and property matters. Administrative items include homestead exemption recommendations for Account 625 and Account 8190, both retroactive to 2023. Real property items include 2026 appeals 30-day notice and Board of Equalization approval lists, plus an updated intent to breach a Conservation Use Property covenant on Account 861. The meeting closes with adjournment.
- Homestead exemption recommendation for Account 625, retroactive to 2023
- Homestead exemption recommendation for Account 8190, retroactive to 2023
- 2026 appeals 30-day notice approval lists
- 2026 appeals Board of Equalization (BOE) approval lists
- Conservation Use Property intent to breach, Account 861 (updated)
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Open Meeting Agenda
October 2, 2026
9:00 A.M.
1. Call to Order
Approval of Minutes, September 4, 2026
Approval of Agenda, October 2, 2026
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Department Reports
4.1. Administrative
4.1.1. E&R / ACO Report
4.1.2. Homestead Exemption Recommendation — Acct. 625 (Retroactive to 2023)
4.1.3. Homestead Exemption Recommendation — Acct. 8190 (Retroactive to 2023)
4.2. Real Property
4.2.1. 2026 Appeals - 30-Day Notice Approval Lists
4.2.2. 2026 Appeals - BOE Approval Lists
4.2.3. Conservation Use Property - Intent to Breach — Acct. 861(Updated)
4.3. Personal Property
4.3.1 Personal Property E&R / ACO Report
5. Adjournment
Individuals with disabilities who may require certain accommodations to allow them to observe and/or participate in this meeting or who have
questions regarding accessibility may contact the Assessor’s Office at 706-595-2128 or andrea. brown-lewis.« thomson-medutie.gov. If additional
accommodations are needed, requests should be made as soon as possible, but no later than 72 hours before the scheduled meeting.
ANDREA BROWN-LEWIS, Chief Appraiser ¢ JOSEPH STADLER, Chairman
Fri Oct 2, 2026 · 10:00
Board of Commissioners
McDuffie County commissioners hold public hearing on FY 2026 millage rate
The McDuffie County Board of Commissioners meets in a special called session on Friday, October 2, 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Government Complex Commissioner Room. The agenda lists a public hearing on the FY 2026 millage rate, followed by adjournment. No specific rate, dollar figure, or vote is stated in the supplied agenda.
- Public hearing on the FY 2026 millage rate
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Board of Commissioners
Special Called Commission Meeting
Friday, October 2, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Government Complex Commissioner Room
AGENDA
WELCOME & CALL TO ORDER - Chairman Beggs
INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PUBLIC HEARING
1.
FY 2026 Millage Rate
ADJOURNMENT
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 18:30
Board of Commissioners
Commissioners to vote on street lighting, special exceptions, and FY27 budget
The McDuffie County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with public hearings and votes on several items, including a street lighting ordinance, three special exception requests, and the FY27 budget discussion. The board will also consider agreements for inmate work details, transit, tax commissioner services, and fire services.
- Ordinance 2026-004 Street Lighting (second reading)
- Special exception for auto sales/recycling at 3082 Old Mesena Road
- Special exception for mechanic shop at 559 Boneville Rd (R-2 zoning)
- Special exception for telecommunications tower with landscape waiver (R-1 zoning)
- FY27 Budget discussion on millage rate dates and public hearings
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Board of Commissioners
Regular Commission Meeting
Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Government Complex Commissioner Room
AGENDA
PUBLIC HEARING
1.
Ordinance 2026-004 Street Lighting
2.
Application for a Special Exception to operate an automobile sales and automobile
recycling business at 3082 Old Mesena Road.
3.
Application for a Special Exception to allow a mechanic shop in an R-2 zoning district
at 559 Boneville Rd.
4.
Application for a Special Exception to allow the construction of a telecommunications
tower and associated equipment compound, including a landscape waiver with the R-
1 zoning district
WELCOME & CALL TO ORDER - Chairman Beggs
INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PUBLIC INPUT
APPROVALS
5.
Agenda - Current
6.
Minutes
a. Work Session - August 31, 2026
b. Regular Session - September 2, 2026
INFORMATION & ANNOUNCEMENTS
7.
Sweetwater Baseball Tower Ribbon Cutting is Saturday, September 19, 2026, at 9:30
am.
8.
Fall Trash Amnesty Day is October 17, 2026
STAFF REPORTS
9.
County Manager Report
10.
Finance Report
11.
Budget Report
OLD BUSINESS
12.
Consideration and Second Reading of Ordinance 2026-004 Street Lighting
13.
Consideration to Approve Jefferson County Inmate Work Detail Agreement
NEW BUSINESS
14.
Consideration to Approve Resolution 2026-018 Honoring Vice Chairman Sammie
Wilson
15.
Consideration to Approve a Special Exception to opera …
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 13:00
General
149 Main Street, Thomson
Fri Sep 4, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Assessors
Board of Assessors to approve retroactive homestead exemptions and conservation use breaches
The McDuffie County Board of Assessors will meet to approve minutes from the August 7 meeting, receive department reports, and act on several homestead exemption recommendations and conservation use property breaches. No new ordinances or major policy changes are listed on this agenda.
- Approve retroactive homestead exemptions for Acct. 12618 (2024) and Acct. 2079 (2023)
- Review conservation use property breaches for Acct. 861 and Acct. 13346
- Approve homestead exemption approval lists from July 13 to August 27
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✓ Decided: McDuffie County assessors approve homestead exemptions and 2026 digest report
The McDuffie County Board of Assessors met September 4, 2026, and approved its August 7 minutes, the meeting agenda, the Errors & Releases / Account Correction Order Report, the Homestead Recommendation List, the Homestead Approval List covering July 13–August 27, 2026, and the 2026 Digest Submission Report. The Board also approved Deborah Cranata's request to breach her Conservation Use Value Assessment (CUVA) covenant. Sidney Smith discussed options for avoiding a CUVA breach; no vote was required. All votes carried unanimously, and the meeting adjourned at 9:16 A.M.
- Approved August 7, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved September 4, 2026 agenda (unanimous)
- Approved Errors & Releases / Account Correction Order (ACO) Report (unanimous)
- Approved Homestead Recommendation List, including backdated disabled veteran exemptions for Christopher Lewallen and Cedric Norris (unanimous)
- Approved Homestead Approval List for applications received July 13–August 27, 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved Deborah Cranata's request to breach her CUVA covenant (unanimous)
- Approved 2026 Digest Submission Report (unanimous)
- Adjourned at 9:16 A.M. (unanimous)
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Thomson & Dearing BOARD OF ASSESSORS
McDuff ‘Ee 210 Railroad Street © P.O. Box 697 ¢ Thomson, GA 30824
Office: 706-595-2128 © Fax: 706-595-2129
~— County, Georgia
Open Meeting Agenda
September 4, 2026
9:00 A.M.
1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Minutes, August 7, 2026
3. Approval of Agenda, September 4, 2026
4. Department Reports
4.1. Administrative
4.1.1. E&R / ACO Report
4.1.2. Homestead Exemption Recommendation — Acct. 12618 (Retroactive to 2024)
4.1.3. Homestead Exemption Recommendation — Acct. 2079 (Retroactive to 2023)
4.1.4. Homestead Approval Lists (July 13" — August 27")
4.2. Real Property
4.2.1. Conservation Use Property | Intent to Breach — Acct. 861
4.2.2. Conservation Use Property | Intent to Breach — Acct. 13346
4.2.3. Digest Submission Reports
5. Adjournment
Individuals with disabilities who may require certain accommodations to allow them to observe and/or participate in this meeting or who have
questions regarding accessibility may contact the Assessor’s Office at 706-595-2128 or andrea. brown-lewis @ thomson-medullic.gov. If additional
accommodations are needed, requests should be made as soon as possible, but no later than 72 hours before the scheduled meeting.
ANDREA BROWN-LEWIS, Chief Appraiser ¢ JOSEPH STADLER, Chairman
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Thomson & Dearing
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BOARD OF ASSESSORS
210 Railroad Street ¢ P.O. Box 697 © Thomson, GA 30824
Office: 706-595-2128 © Fax: 706-595-2129
Open Meeting Minutes
September 4, 2026
9:00 A.M.
Board Members Present Staff Present
David Holt, Member Andrea Brown-Lewis, Chief Appraiser
Mary Sherrer, Member Kurt Tangel, GMASS
Absent: Joseph Stadler and Lasabre Neal
Mr. Holt called the meeting to order at 9:00 A.M.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Mr. Holt made the motion to approve the August 7, 2026, meeting minutes. Ms. Sherrer
seconded the motion.
VOTE: Motion carried unanimously.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Mr. Holt made the motion to approve the agenda for September 4, 2026. Ms. Sherrer seconded
the motion.
VOTE: Motion carried unanimously.
ADMINISTRATIVE
Errors & Releases / Account Correction Order (ACO) Report
The Errors & Releases / Account Correction Order (ACO) Report was presented to the Board for
review and approval.
Mr. Holt made the motion to approve the Errors & Releases / Account Correction Order (ACO)
Report. Ms. Sherrer seconded the motion.
VOTE: Motion carried unanimously.
ANDREA BROWN-LEWIS, Chief Appraiser ¢ JOSEPH STADLER, Chairman
Homestead Recommendation List
Lewallen, Christopher (12618) — Mr. Lewallen was granted a 100% service-connected
disability effective July 1, 2024. The Disabled Veteran Homestead Tax Exemption is to be
backdated to 2024. He meets the qualifications set forth by the State.
Norris, Cedric (2079) — Mr. Norris was granted a 100% service-c …
Fri Sep 4, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
First Floor, Commissioner Room, Thomson
Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 10:00
General
Commissioners to honor Terry Montgomery and discuss budget amendments
The McDuffie County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve a resolution honoring Terry Montgomery, discuss budget amendments for FY2026, and consider adding a sheriff's deputy. The draft FY2027 budget will also be presented.
- Consideration to Approve Resolution 2026-017 Honoring Terry Montgomery
- Consideration to Approve Resolution 2026-016 FY2026 Budget Amendments
- Consideration to Approve an Additional Sheriff's Deputy
- Presentation of Draft FY2027 Budget
- Consideration to Approve disposal of Vehicle from the Sheriff's Department
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✓ Decided: McDuffie County approves new sheriff's deputy, 911 reclassification, and FY2026 budget amendments
The McDuffie County Board of Commissioners approved an additional sheriff's deputy position, a reclassification of a dispatch role to 911 Training Coordinator, disposal of a 2020 Dodge Durango from the Sheriff's Department, and Resolution 2026-016 for FY2026 budget amendments. The board also approved Resolution 2026-017 honoring Terry Montgomery on his retirement. A presentation of the draft FY2027 budget was given with no vote; it projects a $387,841 General Fund deficit and a calculated millage rate of 7.998. The meeting opened with condolences for Commissioner Sammie Wilson, who passed away.
- Approved current agenda as written (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from July 27 and August 18, 2026 meetings (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2026-017 honoring Terry Montgomery on retirement (unanimous)
- Approved filling an additional sheriff's deputy position (unanimous)
- Approved new position description for 911 Training Coordinator, a reclassification not a new position (unanimous)
- Approved disposal of a 2020 Dodge Durango from the Sheriff's Department (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2026-016 FY2026 budget amendments (unanimous)
- Draft FY2027 budget presented; no vote taken (discussion only)
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Board of Commissioners
Regular Commission Meeting
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Government Complex Commissioner Room
AGENDA
WELCOME & CALL TO ORDER - Chairman Beggs
INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVALS
1.
Agenda - Current
2.
Minutes
a. Budget Work Session - July 27, 2026
b. Budget Work Session - August 18, 2026
c. Regular Session - August 18, 2026
d. Executive Session - August 18, 2026
INFORMATION & ANNOUNCEMENTS
3.
McDuffie County Offices will be closed Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of
Labor Day
4.
Blind Willie McTell Festival is September 12, 2026
5.
Sweetwater Baseball Tower Ribbon Cutting is Saturday, September 19, 2026, at 9:30
am.
6.
Fall Trash Amnesty Day is October 17, 2026
STAFF REPORTS
7.
County Manager Report
NEW BUSINESS
8.
Consideration to Approve Resolution 2026-017 Honoring Terry Montgomery
9.
Consideration to Approve an Additional Sheriff's Deputy
10.
Consideration to Approve new position description for 911 Training Coordinator
11.
Consideration to Approve disposal of Vehicle from the Sheriff's Department
12.
Consideration to Approve Resolution 2026-016 FY2026 Budget Amendments
13.
Presentation of Draft FY2027 Budget
ADJOURNMENT
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MCDUFFIE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Regular Session Meeting
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Government Complex Commissioner Room
MINUTES
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: COUNTY REPRESENTATION:
Chase Beggs, Chairman Brandon Burton, County Manager
Bill Jopling, Commissioner Pam Workman, Finance Director
Fredrick Favors, Commissioner Jamie Lopez, IT Director
Steven Hollimon, Commissioner Stacey Thomas, Tax Commissioner
Gina Timmerman, Clerk of Superior Court
Paul Johnson, Coroner
Chief Sewell, Fire/EMS Director
Ruthie Thomas, HR Director
Fiona Roberts, HR Assistant
Terry Montgomery, Road Department
MEDIA: McDuffie Progress
WELCOME & CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Beggs called the meeting to order at 10:00am and acknowledged a quorum of commissioners
present and welcomed everyone in attendance. Chairman Beggs asked for everyone to join him for a
moment of reflection followed by a brief moment of silence. Chairman Beggs stated, “On behalf of the
McDuffie County Board of Commissioners, | would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family
of Commissioner Sammie Wilson, he passed away a short while ago. Commissioner Wilson has faithfully
served District 1 on the McDuffie County Board of Commissioners for over 30 years. While in office,
Commissioner Wilson served on the Thomson-McDuffie Water and Sewer Commission, Thomson-
McDuffie Land Bank Authority, the Human Relations Policy Committee, and various other city and County
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Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 16:00
General
210 Railroad Street, Thomson
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 18:30
Board of Commissioners
First Floor, Commissioner Room, Thomson
Mon Aug 31, 2026 · 18:30
Board of Commissioners
Board discusses FY 2027 budget and FY 2026 amendments
The McDuffie County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to discuss the FY 2027 budget and amendments to the FY 2026 budget. The agenda includes discussions on a Jefferson County inmate agreement, a Tax Commissioners Intergovernmental Agreement, and the approval of a new 911 Training Coordinator position. The board will also discuss a trash amnesty day, a baseball tower ribbon cutting, and a resolution honoring Terry Montgomery.
- Discussion on FY 2027 Budget
- Discussion on FY 2026 Budget Amendments
- Discussion on Jefferson County Inmate Agreement
- Discussion on Tax Commissioners IGA
- Discussion on approval of new position description for 911 Training Coordinator
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✓ Decided: McDuffie County work session: no votes taken, items forwarded to Sept. 2 and Sept. 15 agendas
The McDuffie County Board of Commissioners held a work session on Monday, August 31, 2026, at 6:30 PM. The minutes state that all agenda items were for discussion only and no action was taken. The Board approved the agenda with changes, including adding discussion on removing Commissioner Wilson from the Water and Sewer Commission and appointing Commissioner Hollimon, and removing a County Manager item about the IDA. Several items were forwarded to the Regular Session Agenda for September 2, 2026, and the Tax Commissioners IGA was set for September 15, 2026. The meeting adjourned at 7:27 PM.
- Approved the agenda with changes, including adding discussion on removing Commissioner Wilson from the Water and Sewer Commission and appointing Commissioner Hollimon, and removing a County Manager IDA item (unanimous)
- No action taken on any substantive agenda items; all were for discussion only
- Forwarded resolution honoring Terry Montgomery to Regular Session Agenda, September 2, 2026
- Forwarded discussion on Trash Amnesty Day (staff-recommended date October 17, 2026) to Regular Session Agenda, September 2, 2026
- Forwarded discussion on Baseball Tower Ribbon Cutting (suggested September 19 at 9:30 am) to Regular Session Agenda, September 2, 2026
- Forwarded discussion on additional sheriff's deputy (cost a little over $76,000 with salary and benefits) to Regular Session Agenda, September 2, 2026
- Forwarded discussion on new position description for 911 Training Coordinator to Regular Session Agenda, September 2, 2026
- Forwarded discussion on disposal of a sheriff's department Durango to Regular Session Agenda, September 2, 2026
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Board of Commissioners
Regular Commission Meeting
Monday, August 31, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Government Complex Commissioner Room
AGENDA
WELCOME & CALL TO ORDER - Chairman Beggs
INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVALS
1.
Agenda - Current
INFORMATION & ANNOUNCEMENTS
2.
McDuffie County Offices will be closed Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of
Labor Day
STAFF REPORTS
3.
County Manager Report
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
4.
Resolution Honoring Terry Montgomery
5.
Discussion on Trash Amnesty Day
6.
Discussion on Baseball Tower Ribbon Cutting
7.
Discussion on approval of an additional sheriff's deputy
8.
Discussion on approval of new position description for 911 Training Coordinator
9.
Discussion on the disposal of vehicle, sheriffs department
10.
Discussion on Jefferson County Inmate Agreement
11.
Discussion on Tax Commissioners IGA
12.
Discussion on reimbursement to IDA for utility work
13.
Discussion on FY 2026 Budget Amendments
14.
Discussion on FY 2027 Budget
ADJOURNMENT
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Mc Duffie MCDUFFIE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Work Session Meeting
e——_~ County, Georgia Monday, August 31* at 6:30 PM
Government Complex Commissioner Room
MINUTES
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: COUNTY REPRESENTATION:
Chase Beggs, Chairman Brandon Burton, County Manager
: 4 i i Ruthie Thomas, HR Director
Bill Jopling, Commissioner Pam Workman, Finance Director
Fredrick Favors, Commissioner Chief Sewell, Fire/EMS Director
Steven Hollimon, Commissioner Stacey Thomas, Tax Commissioner
Torrie Battle, Public Works Director
COMMISSIONERS’ WORK SESSION
All agenda items are for discussion only. No action was taken during the meeting.
MEDIA: The McDuffie Progress
WELCOME & CALL TO ORDER Chairman Beggs
Chairman Beggs called the meeting to order at 6:30pm and acknowledged a quorum.
INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Commissioner Favors
Commissioner Favors offered the invocation followed by the pledge of allegiance.
APPROVALS
1. Agenda (Current)
Chairman Beggs asked if there were any changes or corrections to the agenda tonight before approval.
Commissioner Favors moved to add discussion on removing Commissioner Wilson from the Water and
Sewer Commission and appointing Commissioner Hollimon. County Manager Burton had an agenda item
about the IDA, but it has been taken off. This was advertised to be on the agenda but was not on the
printed agenda.
Commissioner Hollimon made a motion to approve the agenda with these changes. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner F …
Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 09:30
Board of Commissioners
County and city leaders meet to discuss airport committee and shared services
The McDuffie County Board of Commissioners and Thomson City Council are holding a joint retreat to discuss two topics: the Airport Advisory Committee and shared services between the county and city. The agenda includes only these discussion items and routine approvals, with no formal votes or decisions listed.
- Discussion on Airport Advisory Committee
- Discussion on McDuffie County and City of Thomson Shared Services
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Board of Commissioners
Joint Retreat- McDuffie County Board of
Commissioners and Thomson City
Council
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 9:30 AM
Thomson-McDuffie County Library
338 Main St, Thomson, GA 30824
AGENDA
WELCOME & CALL TO ORDER - Chairman Beggs/Mayor Darby
INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVALS
1.
Agenda - Current
NEW BUSINESS
2.
Discussion on Airport Advisory Committee
3.
Discussion on McDuffie County and City of Thomson Shared Services
ADJOURNMENT
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 18:30
Board of Commissioners
County to consider street lighting ordinance and water sewer fee changes
The McDuffie County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing, public input, and several action items. Key items include a first reading of a street lighting ordinance, a change order for a football tower, a food service agreement, and an agreement with Jefferson County for work detail. The board will also discuss water sewer connection fees and enter executive session for personnel, real estate, and potential litigation.
- First reading of Ordinance 2026-004 on street lighting
- Change order for football tower
- Food service agreement approval
- Agreement with Jefferson County Work Detail
- Water sewer connection fees discussion
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✓ Decided: Board tables football tower change order and Jefferson County work agreement
The McDuffie County Board of Commissioners held a regular session with no public hearing. They approved the agenda, minutes, first reading of the annual street lighting ordinance, and a food service agreement for senior meals. Two items were tabled: a $29,000 change order for the Football Tower at Sweetwater Park and an agreement with Jefferson County for inmate work crews. The board also heard public concerns about speeding and truck parking.
- Approved agenda as written (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from Aug 3 and Aug 5 sessions (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 2026-004 Street Lighting (unanimous)
- Tabled $29,000 Football Tower change order (unanimous)
- Approved annual food service agreement with Georgia Food Services (unanimous)
- Tabled Jefferson County work detail agreement (unanimous)
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Board of Commissioners
Regular Commission Meeting
Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Government Complex Commissioner Room
AGENDA
PUBLIC HEARING
WELCOME & CALL TO ORDER - Chairman Beggs
INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PUBLIC INPUT
APPROVALS
1.
Agenda - Current
2.
Minutes August 3, 2026 Work Session
3.
Minutes August 3, 2026 Executive Session
4.
Minutes August 5, 2026 Regular Session
INFORMATION & ANNOUNCEMENTS
5.
ACCG Conference
STAFF REPORTS
6.
County Manager Comments
a. Water Sewer Connection Fees
7.
Finance Director Budget Report
8.
Finance Director Financial Report
APPOINTMENT/REAPPOINTMENT
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
9.
Consideration and First Reading of Ordinance 2026-004 Street Lighting
10.
Consideration to approve change order for Football Tower
11.
Consideration to approve Food Service Agreement
12.
Discussion and consideration to approve an agreement with Jefferson County Work
Detail
EXECUTIVE SESSION
13.
Personnel
14.
Real Estate
15.
Potential Litigation
ADJOURNMENT
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McDuffi ie MCDUFFIE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
~~ County, Georgia Regular Session Meeting
Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 6:30 PM
Government Complex Commissioner Room
MINUTES
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: COUNTY REPRESENTATION:
Chase Beggs, Chairman Brandon Burton, County Manager
S ie Wil Sp--Viee-Chai ast Good C. Clerk
Bill Jopling, Commissioner Pam Workman, Finance Director
Fredrick Favors, Commissioner Jamie Lopez, Interim IT Director
Steven Hollimon, Commissioner Paul Johnson, Coroner
Ruthie Thomas, HR Director
Fiona Roberts, HR Assistant
Stephanie Walker, Transit/Senior Center Director
MEDIA: McDuffie Progress
PUBLIC HEARING
No public hearing was held.
WELCOME & CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Beggs called the meeting to order at 6:30pm and acknowledged a quorum of commissioners
present and welcomed everyone in attendance.
INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The invocation followed by the Pledge of Allegiance was held just prior to this meeting in the Budget Work
Session.
PUBLIC INPUT
e Micah Quarles — Mr. Quarles gave the Board a handout. He is the property manager for Legacy Self
Storage (Blue Sky) near i20.people speed, and there have been deaths. Mr. Quarles has had to replace
his mailbox several times. Mr. Quarles asks that the County consider a lower speed limit, additional
signage, or a speed-feedback device, enforcement, and potentially a speed hump. He is concerned for
the safety of customers and children visiting the property. Chairman Beggs stated t …
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 17:00
Board of Commissioners
McDuffie County Board of Commissioners to hold FY27 budget work session
The Board of Commissioners is meeting for a work session to discuss the FY27 budget. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.
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✓ Decided: FY27 budget work session held; no formal action taken
The Board of Commissioners held a budget work session to discuss the FY27 budget. County Manager Burton presented revenue outlook, budget constraints, and funding scenarios, including a preliminary deficit under current assumptions. No formal action was taken on the budget; the Board directed staff to recalculate figures and bring updated information to the next work session.
- Approved the current agenda (unanimous)
- Adjourned the budget work session (unanimous)
- Directed County Manager to recalculate FY27 budget and distribute updated figures by August 31, 2026 work session
- Discussed eliminating fire fee and incorporating fire-service funding into countywide millage for FY27 (no formal action)
- Discussed evaluating a single countywide fire millage district in a future year (no formal action)
- Discussed combined vs. separate Fire and EMS departments (no formal action)
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Board of Commissioners
Budget Work Session
Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Government Complex Commissioner Room
AGENDA
WELCOME & CALL TO ORDER - Chairman Beggs
INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVALS
1. Agenda - Current
OLD BUSINESS
2. FY27 Budget Discussion
ADJOURNMENT
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McDuffie MCDUFFIE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Budget Work Session Meeting
~~ County, Georgia Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 5:00 PM
Government Complex Commissioner Room
MINUTES
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: COUNTY REPRESENTATION:
Chase Beggs, Chairman Brandon Burton, County Manager
Sammie-Wilsen-Sr-Vice-Chairman Ashtyn Geadyear, County Clerk
Bill Jopling, Commissioner Robert Spurlin, IT Director
Fredrick Favors, Commissioner Pam Workman, Finance Director
Steven Hollimon, Commissioner Chief Sewell, FIRE/EMS Director
Jamie Lopez, Interim IT Director
COMMISSIONERS’ BUDGET WORK SESSION
All agenda items are for discussion only. No action was taken during the meeting.
MEDIA: The McDuffie Progress
WELCOME & CALL TO ORDER Chairman Beggs
Chairman Beggs called the meeting to order at 5:09 pm and acknowledged a quorum.
INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Chairman Beggs
Chairman Beggs offered the invocation followed by the pledge of allegiance.
APPROVALS
1. Agenda (Current)
Chairman Beggs asked for a motion to approve the current agenda. Commissioner Hollimon made
the motion to approve the agenda. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Favors and passed
unanimously.
OLD BUSINESS
2. FY27 Budget Discussion
County Manager Burton gave a presentation on the FY27 Budget. A copy of this presentation can be found
in the agenda packet. Mr. Burton reviewed the County’s revenue outlook, cash flow, budget constraints,
priorities, and preliminary funding scenarios. He reported t …
Fri Aug 14, 2026 · 10:00
General
CDBG-DR public hearing scheduled for Aug. 14
The McDuffie County Board of Commissioners is holding a public hearing on Friday, August 14, 2026, at 10:00 AM in the Government Complex Commissioner Room. The sole agenda item is a CDBG-DR (Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery) public hearing. No other business is listed.
- Public hearing on CDBG-DR (Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery)
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✓ Decided: McDuffie County held public hearing for 2026 CDBG-DR application
The county conducted a pre-application public hearing for the 2026 Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) application. No members of the public attended the meeting. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.
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Board of Commissioners
a
5M Duffie Public Hearing
Ss ~ County, Georgia Friday, August 14, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Government Complex Commissioner Room
AGENDA
PUBLIC HEARING
1. CDBG-DR Public Hearing
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McDuffie County CDBG-DR 2026
Pre-Application Public Hearing
August 14, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.
City/County Administration Office Building
Agenda/Minutes
The public hearing for McDuffie County’s 2026 DCA Community Development Block Grant
Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) application was held on August 14, 2026, at 10:00 AM.
Attendees were requested to sign in, and meeting agendas along with Fair Housing information
were provided. The meeting was called to order by Sydney Stouffer from the CSRA Regional
Commission at 10:00 AM.
The topics discussed included eligible CDBG-DR activities, LMI beneficiary requirements, the
amount of CDBG-DR funds available, an overview of the rating and selection system, the
application deadline, and conflicts of interest. It was noted that there are no conflicts of interest
within the proposed Target Area.
No members of the public attended the meeting. The meeting concluded at 10:15 AM.
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Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 18:00
Recreation Department
Board to discuss recommendations for Recreation Director position
The Thomson-McDuffie Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve the agenda and June minutes, receive a staff report on recent and upcoming programs, and discuss recommendations for the Recreation Director position, including vision, direction, qualifications, and compensation.
- Approval of current agenda and June meeting minutes
- Staff report on DYB Allstar recap, project updates, fall season, registration numbers, and addition of fall baseball/softball
- Board discussion on Recreation Director position: preferred vision, direction, qualifications, compensation
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Thomson-McDuffie Recreation Advisory
Board
Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 6:00 PM
180 Sweetwater Park Road
AGENDA
Welcome & Call to Order
Approvals
1.
Agenda - Current
2.
Minutes- June Meeting
Staff Report
3.
• DYB Allstar Recap
• Project Completion and Pending Project Updates
• Upcoming Fall season
• Registration Numbers
• Addition of Fall Baseball/Softball
New Business
4.
Board Discussion regarding recommendations for Recreation Director position
1. Preferred Vision
2. Direction
3. Qualifications
4. Compensation
Adjournment
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 13:00
General
Forward McDuffie Board meets with updates from local agencies
This is a procedural meeting with no new business. The board will hear updates from the Chamber of Commerce, CVB, Development Authority, County, City, and Archway, and approve minutes.
- Updates from Chamber of Commerce (Rodney Reeves/Kenya Calhoun)
- Updates from CVB (Amy Sutter/Elizabeth Vance)
- Updates from Development Authority (Steve Dwyer)
- Updates from County (Brandon Burton) and City (Teresa Smith/Ed Darby)
- Updates from Archway (Sarah Adams)
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# Forward McDuffie Board Meeting
Tuesday, August 11, 2026 - 1:00pm Agenda
Call to Order Chase Beggs Approval of Minutes Updates:
1. Chamber of Commerce Rodney Reeves/Kenya Calhoun
2. CVB Amy Sutter/Elizabeth Vance
3. Development Authority Steve Dwyer
4. County Brandon Burton
5. City Teresa Smith/Ed Darby
6. Archway Sarah Adams
New Business:
7. None
## Other Business
Adjourn
149 Main Street **·** Thomson, Georgia 30824 **⋅** (706) 597-1000
Fri Aug 7, 2026 · 09:00
General
Board of Assessors to approve ACO report and error/release items
The McDuffie County Board of Assessors is holding a regular meeting to approve the agenda, minutes from July 10, 2026, and an administrative error and release report. The board will also consider approving the ACO Report. No other substantive items are listed.
- Approval of August 7, 2026 agenda
- Approval of July 10, 2026 minutes
- Administrative Error and Release (E&R) report
- Consideration to approve ACO Report
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✓ Decided: Board approved 2026 property assessment lists and a veteran's tax exemption
The Board of Assessors unanimously approved the 2026 real and personal property assessment lists, including Current Use Valuation and Forest Land Protection Act lists. The board also granted a Disabled Veteran Homestead Tax Exemption to Jamie Bridges, backdated to 2025. All other administrative items, including membership fees and error reports, were approved without dissent.
- Approved June 5, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved July 10, 2026 agenda (unanimous)
- Approved Homestead Recommendation List, including Disabled Veteran exemption for Jamie Bridges backdated to 2025 (unanimous)
- Approved 2026-2027 WinGAP Annual Membership Fees (unanimous)
- Approved Errors & Releases / Account Correction Order (ACO) Report (unanimous)
- Approved 2026 CUVA and FLPA Lists (unanimous)
- Approved 2026 Real Property Notice of Assessment Lists (unanimous)
- Approved Mr. Davis' CUVA applications without breach (unanimous)
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McDuffie County Board of Assessors
Regular Commission Meeting
Friday, August 7, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Government Complex Commissioner Room
AGENDA
Call to Order
Approval of Agenda
1.
Approval of August 7, 2026
Approval of Minutes
2.
Approval of July 10, 2026
Department Reports
3.
Administrative - Error and Release (E&R)
New Business
4.
Consideration to approve ACO Report
Adjournment
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Mc : Duff ie 210 Railroad Street © P.O. Box 697 ¢ Thomson, GA 30824
. Office: 706-595-2128 © Fax: 706-595-2129
~~ County, Georgia
Open Meeting Minutes
July 10, 2026
9:00 A.M.
Board Members Present Staff Present
Joseph J. Stadler Jr., Chairman Andrea Brown-Lewis, Chief Appraiser
Mary Sherrer, Member Lasabre Neal, Secretary
David Holt, Member Kurt Tangel, GMASS
John Lunsford, Deen’s LLC
Chairman Stadler called the meeting to order at 9:00 A.M.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Chairman Stadler made the motion to approve the June 5, 2026, meeting minutes. Mr. Holt
seconded the motion.
VOTE: Motion carried unanimously.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Chairman Stadler made the approve the agenda for July 10, 2026. Ms. Sherrer seconded the
motion.
VOTE: Motion carried unanimously.
ADMINISTRATIVE
Homestead Recommendation List
The Homestead Recommendation List was presented to the Board for review and approval.
Jamie Bridges (0051D027) — Mr. Bridges was granted a 100% service-connected disability
effective August 11, 2025. The Disabled Veteran Homestead Tax Exemption is to be backdated
to 2025. He meets the qualifications set forth by the State.
Chairman Stadler made the motion to approve the Homestead Recommendation List. Ms.
Sherrer seconded the motion.
VOTE: Motion carried unanimously.
ANDREA BROWN-LEWIS, Chief Appraiser ¢ JOSEPH STADLER, Chairman
2026-2027 WinGAP Annual Membership Fees
The 2026-2027 WinGAP Annual Membership Fees were presented to the …
Fri Aug 7, 2026 · 09:00
General
First Floor, Commissioner Room, Thomson
Wed Aug 5, 2026 · 10:00
General
Commission to vote on CDBG-DR resolution and FY 2025 audit
The Board of Commissioners will consider approving Resolution 2026-015 for CDBG-DR funds and receive the FY 2025 audit presentation. Other new business includes an Animal Control Officer report, disposal of county fleet property, a work order for Atlas, and a special event permit for the gym parking lot.
- Consideration to approve Resolution 2026-015 CDBG-DR
- FY 2025 Audit Presentation
- Consideration to dispose county property (fleet)
- Consideration to approve work order for Atlas
- Consideration to approve Special Event at Gym parking lot on Sept 16, 2026 9:30am-12:30pm
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✓ Decided: McDuffie County approves CDBG-DR resolution for Old Gym disaster relief funds
The McDuffie County Board of Commissioners approved Resolution 2026-015 for CDBG Disaster Relief Funds tied to Hurricane Helene, intended for the Old Gym on Main Street to create recreation space and emergency shelter. Commissioners also approved a work order for Atlas not to exceed $124,000 for 2026 LMIG transportation engineering, and authorized disposal of three Sheriff's Office vehicles with over 100,000 miles. The board accepted a clean FY 2025 audit opinion with no findings and approved a special event parking lot request for September 16, 2026.
- Approved Resolution 2026-015 for CDBG-DR funds for Old Gym on Main Street (unanimous)
- Approved Atlas work order for 2026 LMIG, cost not to exceed $124,000 (unanimous)
- Approved disposal of three Sheriff's Office vehicles with over 100,000 miles (unanimous)
- Approved June and July 2026 ACO reports (unanimous)
- Approved special event use of Main Street parking lot on September 16, 2026, 9:30am-12:30pm (unanimous)
- Approved current agenda with correction to add Sarah Adams, Archway Professional (unanimous)
- Approved July 21, 2026 Regular Session and Executive Session minutes (unanimous)
- Accepted FY 2025 audit presentation with clean unmodified opinion and no findings
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## Board of Commissioners Regular Commission Meeting
Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 10:00 AM Government Complex Commissioner Room
# AGENDA
|WELCOME & CALL TO ORDER-Chairman Beggs|||
|---|---|---|
|INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE|||
|APPROVALS|1. Agenda - Current 2. Minutes|a. Regular Session-July 21, 2026 b. Executive Session-July 21, 2026|
|INFORMATION & ANNOUNCEMENTS|||
|STAFF REPORTS|3. County Manager||
|OLD BUSINESS|||
|NEW BUSINESS|4. ACO Report for June and July 2026 5. Consideration to Approve Resolution 2026-015 CDBG-DR 6. FY 2025 Audit Presentation 7. Consideration to dispose county property (fleet). 8. Consideration to approve work order for Atlas 9. Consideration to approve Special Event at Gym parking lot on Sept 16, 2026 930am- 1230pm.||
|ADJOURNMENT|||
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McDuffi ie MCDUFFIE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
~~ County, Georgia Regular Session Meeting
Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at 10:00 AM
Government Complex Commissioner Room
MINUTES
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: COUNTY REPRESENTATION:
Chase Beggs, Chairman Brandon Burton, County Manager
Sammic-Milsen-Se, Vice Chatman Ruthie Thomas, H R Director
Bill Jopling, Commissioner Pam Workman, Finance Director
Fredrick Favors, Commissioner Robert Spurlin, IT Director
Steven Hollimon, Commissioner Fiona Roberts, H R Coordinator
Gina Timmerman, Clerk of Superior Court
Paul Johnson, Coroner
Brett Parsons, Community Development Director
MEDIA: McDuffie Progress
WELCOME & CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Beggs called the meeting to order at 10:00 am, acknowledged a quorum of
commissioners present and welcomed everyone in attendance.
INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Favors offered the invocation followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
APPROVALS
Agenda (Current)
Chairman Beggs stated a correction was needed to add Sarah Adams, Archway Profession
before County Manager Report to the current Agenda. Chairman Beggs asked if there were a
motion to approve with the added corrections to the current agenda. Commissioner Hollimon
made a motion to approve the agenda. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jopling
and passed unanimously.
Chairman Beggs asked if there were any corrections to the minutes. Commissioner Hollimon made a
motion to approve the minutes as written. The motion …
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Business establishments452 (6,673 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,175/mo (288 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy31.2% (low numeracy 49% · 2017)
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