Meriwether County public meetings in 2024

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the 2024 property tax millage rate. The board intends to adopt millage rate recommendations from the Meriwether County Board of Education and approve the 2024 millage rate for Meriwether County.

• Public hearing on 2024 Property Tax Millage Rate
• Adoption of Meriwether County Board of Education 2024 Millage Rate recommendations
• Approval of 2024 Millage Rate for Meriwether County and associated Resolution

The Board of Commissioners held a public hearing and unanimously adopted the 2024 property tax millage rate at the rollback rate of 12.486 mills for the General Fund, 2.334 mills for Fire District M&O, and 0.654 mills for Fire Bond debt service. They also approved the Meriwether County Board of Education's millage rate of 16.948 mills. The rollback rate means no tax increase, though total collections will rise due to growth in the tax digest.

• Adopted 2024 millage rate for Meriwether County at 12.486 mills (General Fund), 2.334 mills (Fire District M&O), 0.654 mills (Fire Bond debt service) (unanimous)
• Approved the Meriwether County Board of Education's 2024 millage rate of 16.948 mills (unanimous)
• Adopted the agenda (unanimous)
• Closed the public hearing on the millage rate with no speakers for or against (unanimous)

General

The Board of Commissioners will set the 2024 millage rate and approve a five-year levy history. The agenda includes discussions on a courthouse roof proposal, a temporary road closure for a pumpkin patch, and TSPLOST spending recommendations.

• Set Public Hearing on August 27, 2024, for 2024 Millage Rate
• Discussion of Courthouse Roof Proposal
• Request to temporarily close Johnson Road for Wargo's Pumpkin Patch
• TSPLOST Spending Recommendation
• Discussion of Ordinance Change for Regular Meeting Times

The Board of Commissioners set a public hearing for August 27, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. to set the 2024 millage rate and approve the 5-year history of levy for the county tax digest. The board also approved several other items, including a temporary road closure for Wargo's Pumpkin Patch, an E-911 expenditure confirmation, a user agreement for the Flint River Academy football field, and a $200 flyover of the courthouse roof. The pay scale for salaried employees was tabled until the September 11 meeting, and the moratorium on animal limitation waivers was extended 90 days.

• Set public hearing for Aug. 27 at 5:30 p.m. on 2024 millage rate and 5-year levy history (unanimous)
• Approved temporary closure of Johnson Road for Wargo's Pumpkin Patch, Sept. 21–Nov. 3 (unanimous)
• Approved E-911 Confirmation Expenditure for FY24 and allowed Chair to sign (unanimous)
• Approved User Agreement for football field at Flint River Academy (unanimous)
• Approved courthouse roof flyover, not to exceed $200 (unanimous)
• Extended moratorium on Sec. 32-21 animal limitation waivers for 90 days to Nov. 12 (unanimous)
• Tabled pay scale for salaried employees until Sept. 11 meeting (unanimous)
• Released tax debt on Parcel 108 002 002 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss a referendum resolution for a 1% county sales and use tax for transportation. The board will also consider accepting a Kroger opioid settlement and discuss the county fleet program.

• Referendum Resolution for 1% County Sales & Use Tax for Transportation Purposes (TSPLOST)
• Acceptance of Kroger Opioid Settlement
• Discussion of Fleet Program

General

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the purchase of three fire engines from Coweta County Fire Department and updates to building and zoning fees. Other items include a contract for 2025 fireworks at Lake Meriwether and vehicle replacements for the Sheriff's Office.

• Purchase of 3 Fire Engines from Coweta County Fire Department
• Update Fee Schedule for Building and Zoning
• Contract with Southern Sky, LLC for July 4, 2025 fireworks at Lake Meriwether
• Vehicle Replacement for Sheriff's Office
• Appointment to Region IV EMS Council for Position 2

The Board approved a letter of commitment to purchase three used fire engines from Coweta County for $37,500, funded by SPLOST, with the right to review the trucks before final acceptance. They also approved a $9,375 change order to replace a jail annex fire exit door, a $35,500 vehicle purchase for the Sheriff's Office, and a fireworks contract for July 4, 2025. A pay scale discussion was tabled until all commissioners are present.

• Approved letter of commitment for 3 fire engines from Coweta County, $37,500 from SPLOST (all in favor)
• Approved $9,375 change order for jail annex fire exit door, funded by SPLOST (all in favor)
• Approved Sheriff's Office vehicle purchase not to exceed $35,500, using $23,553.84 insurance proceeds (all in favor)
• Approved fireworks contract with Southern Sky, LLC for July 4, 2025, at Lake Meriwether, contingent on legal review (3-1, Threadgill opposed)
• Approved fee schedule update for building and zoning to flat rates per House Bill 461 (all in favor)
• Appointed Christie Grice to Region IV EMS Council for a 3-year term (all in favor)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement for Lone Oak election, contingent on timely call (all in favor)
• Tabled pay scale for salaried employees until next meeting (all in favor)

General

The Meriwether County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss office space allocation and other facilities. The meeting also includes an executive session to address litigation, personnel, real estate, and tax matters.

• Discussion of Office Space Allocation and other Facilities
• Executive session regarding litigation
• Executive session regarding personnel
• Executive session regarding real estate
• Executive session regarding tax matters

General

The Board will consider intergovernmental agreements for special elections in Lone Oak and Greenville. The agenda also includes discussions on speed bumps, culvert projects, and ambulance remount awards.

• Public hearing for rezoning parcels in District 2 for a grading company yard
• Intergovernmental agreements for the 2024 municipal special elections in Lone Oak and Greenville
• Discussion of speed bumps in Chambless Village and on Odessa Road
• Awards for Type 1 Ambulance Remount and 2024 Meriwether County Patching
• Proposal discussion for four culvert projects

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review the distribution of TSPLOST funds and discuss proposed projects. The meeting also includes discussion regarding a TSPLOST intergovernmental agreement between Meriwether County and its municipalities.

• Presentation of TSPLOST fund distribution and proposed projects
• Discussion and execution of a TSPLOST intergovernmental agreement with county municipalities
• Executive session regarding litigation, personnel, real estate, and tax matters

General

The Board will hold a public hearing regarding rezoning parcels for a grading company's storage yard. The agenda also includes discussions on courthouse roof proposals and county building space allocation.

• Rezoning Case #24-006 for a grading company storage yard
• Courthouse roof proposals
• Adoption of employee pay scale/FLSA ruling
• Public Works surplus equipment and vehicles
• Airport entrance road discussion

General

The Board of Commissioners will consider several 2024-2025 state agency budget requests. The agenda also includes discussions on a new meeting decorum policy and updates regarding TSPLOST road projects. Additionally, the board will review requests for equipment purchases and engine replacements.

• Review of 2024-2025 state agency budget requests
• Discussion of implementing a policy on meeting decorum
• Recommendation to change road projects from SPLOST to TSPLOST commitments
• Request for engine replacement on 2017 dump truck
• Purchase of 12 AEDs for county buildings and recreation

General

The Board reviewed financial reports, including a $100,000 payment for the Flat Shoals Bridge Project. The meeting included public comments regarding courthouse maintenance, an Independence Day celebration, and a proposal for a countywide senior center.

• Payment of $100,000 for the Flat Shoals Bridge Project from TSPLOST
• Public hearing for Case #24-006 (rezoning for a grading company lay down yard) continued to June 25, 2024
• Public hearing for Case #24-007 regarding a rezoning request for a kennel on 10 acres
• Report of $3.5 million fund for Special Projects verified by the State
• Report of SPLOST account balance at -$766,369.37 and TSPLOST balance at $1.15 million

General

The Board will address several items including a fireworks proposal for Lake Meriwether and road striping. Unfinished business includes an intergovernmental agreement with the County Airport Authority and a recommended pay scale. New business involves equipment bids, bond confirmations, and the Mando Expansion Bond Project.

• Intergovernmental Agreement with Meriwether County Airport Authority
• Firework Proposal and contact establishment for Lake Meriwether event
• Award Bid for SCBA Fill Stations
• Performance and Payment Bonds for Bates Mechanical Jail Plumbing Contract
• Mando Expansion Bond Project

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold discussions regarding the 2024-2025 benefit renewal and current pay scales. The meeting also includes an executive session.

• 2024-2025 Benefit Renewal Discussion
• Pay Scale Discussion

General

The Meriwether County Board of Commissioners will discuss infrastructure projects, equipment acquisitions, and administrative appointments. The meeting includes a public hearing and an executive session covering litigation, personnel, real estate, and tax matters.

• Appointment to the Planning Commission for District 4
• Purchase of a Caterpillar Motor Grader and replacement ambulance engine
• Designation of Caldwell Road as No Through Trucks
• Installation of speed bumps on Mt. Pilgrim Road
• MOA with GDOT regarding Flat Shoals Road at Flint River

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss a Planning Commission appointment for District 4. The meeting also includes a finance report and the presentation of proclamations.

• Appointment to fill an unexpired Planning Commission term for District 4 ending 1-5-2025
• Proclamation for Bill Gregory
• Proclamation for Beverly Thomas

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider an agreement to conduct the 2024 Municipal Special Election for the City of Luthersville. Members will also discuss road patch RFPs, jail roof maintenance, and the 2025 T-SPLOST.

• Intergovernmental Agreement for 2024 Luthersville Municipal Special Election
• RFP for road patch and road spray patch with 60-day bid process
• Planning Commission appointment for District 4
• Jail Roof Maintenance
• Ambulance Box and Remount

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss a proposed recreation agreement with the City of Manchester. The meeting also includes an executive session to address litigation, personnel, real estate, and tax matters.

• Proposed Recreation Agreement with the City of Manchester

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for a parcel on Charlie Fuller Road. The body will also consider fee increases for food permits and the movement of ARPA funds to the General Fund.

• Public hearing for Case #2024-003: rezone 10.5 acres on Charlie Fuller Road from RD to R-1
• Proposed increase of Temporary Food Service Permits to $50
• Request to move ARPA Funds to General Fund
• Request to increase County Credit Card limit
• Grant Agreements for the Probate Court and Tax Assessor’s Office

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several infrastructure and safety items, including jail facility replacements and fire inspection agreements. The meeting also includes appointments to various county boards and discussions on capital projects for 2024.

• Replacement of jail locks, doors, door frames, and hinges at the MC Jail
• Inmate housing contractual agreement between City of Woodbury and Meriwether County Jail
• Intergovernmental Agreement with the Town of Gay for fire inspections
• Discussion of SUVs for the Sheriff’s Office and road patching
• Authorization for the Chairman to sign a Hazard Mitigation Grant

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding land use and a road closure. The meeting also includes discussions on a T-SPLOST referendum and a recreation agreement with the City of Manchester.

• Case #2023-0017: Rezoning request for 8.11 acres from NHC to R-1 by John Knight, Chisel Mill Homes
• Case #2024-001: Special use request from Patrick Dell for a family cemetery on .28 of an acre
• Case #2024-002: Request to close a section of Weaver Road, District 1
• Call for the Referendum on T-SPLOST
• Discussion of the Recreation Agreement Addendum with the City of Manchester

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review 2023 accomplishments and discuss non-transportation projects. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss litigation, personnel, real estate, and tax matters.

• Review of 2023 accomplishments
• Discussion of non-transportation projects
• Executive session on litigation, personnel, real estate, and tax matters

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will appoint a Chairman, Vice Chairman, and other key county officials. The body will also consider a resolution for the Joint Comprehensive Plan 2023-2043 and discuss several infrastructure and operational items.

• Resolution for Meriwether County Joint Comprehensive Plan 2023-2043
• Request to close Covered Bridge Road for filming from February 5 to February 27, 2024
• Discussion of property lease at the Red Oak Bridge
• Appointments for Planning Commission, Industrial Development Authority, and Water and Sewerage Authority
• Review of quotes for Wrightsville Road and an ambulance chassis

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss staffing and retention. The meeting includes an executive session to address litigation, personnel, real estate, and tax matters.

• Discussion of staffing and retention
• Executive session on litigation
• Executive session on personnel
• Executive session on real estate
• Executive session on tax matters