Grady County public meetings in 2021
34 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Commissioners
The Board approved the 2022 budget of $18,341,500, a resolution with ABM to proceed with an RV park (cost not to exceed $33,833,238), and several other actions including a workers' compensation proposal, appointment of a fire marshal, and ARPA funding for a tutoring program. All motions were approved unanimously.
- Approved 2022 budget of $18,341,500
- Approved resolution with ABM for RV park, cost not to exceed $33,833,238
- Approved BITCO Workers Compensation proposal for $179,164
- Appointed Stephen McKinnon as County Fire Marshall
- Approved $20,000 ARPA funds to Safe IT Solution for Jackie Robinson Boys and Girls Club tutoring
- Approved 2022 meeting dates and Christmas bonuses for employees
- Named Phillip Drew Chairman, June Knight Vice-Chair for 2022
- Approved moving ARPA money into General Fund
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider the County Budget for Fiscal Year 2022. The meeting includes decisions on personnel appointments, insurance proposals, and membership approvals.
- Approval of County Budget for Fiscal Year 2022
- Appointment of Stephen McKinnon as County Fire Marshall
- BITCO Workers Compensation Proposal
- Tired Creek Lake ABM/RV Proposal and Not to Exceed Budget
- Safe IT Solution for JRBGC
Board of Commissioners
The Grady County Board of Commissioners approved several formal actions, including using 2021 fund balance to purchase a firetruck budgeted for 2022, saving about $3,000. They also approved paving a portion of McMillian Rd, appointing Kiara Griffin Jones to the Hospital Authority, and setting qualifying fees for local offices. The board approved consent items including minutes, a plat, and alcohol license renewals, and authorized soliciting bids for a recreation pavilion.
- Approved using 2021 fund balance to purchase 2022 firetruck (approved)
- Approved paving Grady County portion of McMillian Rd at $16,668.25 (approved)
- Appointed Kiara Griffin Jones to Hospital Authority (approved)
- Approved qualifying fees: BOC $238.24, BOE $126.00, Solicitor General $1,020.99, State Court Judge $1,201.68 (approved)
- Approved CHIP Grant application with City of Cairo (approved)
- Approved $500 annual donation to Tall Timbers (approved)
- Approved consent items: minutes, Bell Plat, alcohol license renewals (approved)
- Authorized soliciting bids for Open-Air Pavilion with concession and restrooms (approved)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review budget increase proposals from the Board of Registrars and Clerk of Court. The body is deciding on several contracts, including road paving and the use of fund balances for a firetruck purchase.
- Paving of McMillan Rd by Scruggs for $16,668.25
- Use of 2021 Fund Balance for 2022 budgeted firetruck purchase
- Renewal of alcoholic beverage licenses for 10 businesses
- Tall Timbers Annual Donation Request for $500
- Qualifying fees for Board of Commissioners, Board of Education, Solicitor General, and State Court Judge
Board of Commissioners
The Grady County Board of Commissioners approved several items, including a $63,613 cost increase for a fire truck chassis, a $5,700 transfer for road equipment repairs, the Opioid Litigation Settlement, a redistricting agreement with SWGRC, and a Broadband Ordinance. The board also heard public comments against distilled spirits sales and received a financial report showing revenues under budget.
- Approved agenda amendment to add C059-21 (fire truck chassis cost increase)
- Approved C058-21 regular meeting minutes from 11/02/2021
- Approved C059-21 fire truck chassis cost increase of $63,613.00
- Approved FA060-21 transfer of $5,700 from DRF Fund 227 to Road Department equipment repairs
- Approved FA061-21 Opioid Litigation Settlement
- Approved FA062-21 Memorandum of Agreement with SWGRC for redistricting
- Approved FA063-21 Broadband Ordinance
- Approved motion to enter executive session for litigation discussion
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will vote on an opioid litigation settlement and a new broadband ordinance. The board is also reviewing a memorandum of agreement for possible redistricting and a fund transfer for road equipment repairs.
- Approval of Opioid Litigation Settlement
- Approval of the Broadband Ordinance
- Transfer of $5,700.00 from CRF Fund 227 to Road Department Equipment repairs
- Memorandum of Agreement with SWGRC for possible Redistricting
- Cost increase for a previously approved new firetruck chassis
Board of Commissioners
The Grady County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting on November 16, 2021, at 6:00 PM. The board will take formal action on an AC replacement at the Grady County Historical Society, consider consent items including a subdivision plat and a liquor license, and hold a first reading of a Broadband Ordinance. The agenda also includes ratification of hiring special counsel for the sale of surplus lake property.
- First reading of Broadband Ordinance
- Approval of Woodridge Subdivision plat
- Alcoholic Beverage License for Natvaolal Patel at 1494 US Hwy 319 S, Thomasville, GA
- Ratification of hiring special counsel for sale of surplus Lake Property
- AC replacement at Grady County Historical Society
Board of Commissioners
The Grady County Board of Commissioners approved the agenda, consent items, and a formal action to replace the AC at the History Museum for $5,000 from the Contingency Fund. No public comments were made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved consent items: minutes from 10/19/2021, Woodridge Subdivision plat, alcoholic beverage license for Natvaolal Patel, and hiring special counsel for surplus Lake Property sale (unanimous)
- Approved AC replacement at History Museum for $5,000 from Contingency Fund (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Grady County Board of Commissioners approved two resolutions to place questions on the ballot for voters regarding package sales of distilled spirits and sale by the glass. The board also approved continued funding of $20,000 for the SMART Moves Program and approved consent items including meeting minutes and a plat. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and discussions on EMS staffing, financial status, and ARPA planning.
- Approved resolutions to place alcohol sales questions on ballot (unanimous)
- Approved $20,000 continued funding for SMART Moves Program (unanimous)
- Approved consent items: C052-21 minutes and C053-21 Joint Development Authority Plat (unanimous)
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Grady County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting, considering several formal actions including a potential referendum on distilled spirits sales, a bid for an outdoor warning system, and appointment of an ACCG delegate. The agenda also includes a forestry report, consent items, and reports from the county attorney and grand jury.
- FA056-21: Authorization to place a referendum on the ballot to sell distilled spirits in the county
- FA057-21: Bid from Siren for Cities for an outdoor warning system
- FA055-21: Approval of ACCG delegate
- C052-21: Approval of regular meeting minutes from 09/21/2021
- Annual Forestry Report by Mark Bryant
Board of Commissioners
The Grady County Board of Commissioners approved a bid for an outdoor warning system at Pine Level Fire Department, funded by an EMA grant. They also approved the prior meeting minutes and selected Phillip Drew as delegate to the ACCG conference. One agenda item (FA056-21) was removed for later action, and the county administrator's report was deferred.
- Approved amended agenda (removed FA056-21) (unanimous)
- Approved regular meeting minutes from 09/21/2021 (unanimous)
- Approved Phillip Drew as delegate to ACCG Conference (unanimous)
- Approved $16,999.30 bid from Siren for Cities for outdoor warning system at Pine Level Fire Department (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners approved the 2021 budget amendments, including moving $700,000 from the CARES Act fund to the general fund, and approved the Authorizing Resolution for the 5311 Program. They also approved consent items including the Gilliard Plat, 2022 holiday schedule, and a liquor license for Café Ozzys LLC. A discussion on allowing liquor sales in the county led to plans for a future referendum, and Earl Prince was appointed to the Planning Commission.
- Approved 2021 Budget Amendments (moved $700K from CARES Act to general fund)
- Approved Authorizing Resolution for 5311 Program
- Approved consent items: minutes, Gilliard Plat, 2022 holiday schedule, liquor license for Café Ozzys LLC
- Appointed Earl Prince to Planning Commission (FA054-21)
- Discussed potential liquor sales referendum; formal action to be introduced next meeting
Board of Commissioners
The Grady County Board of Commissioners approved a $167,435.25 road striping contract with Mid-State Construction and Striping, and a $491,000 appraisal maintenance contract with GMASS, Inc. They also approved consent items including sending a fire truck and two firemen to Louisiana for Hurricane Ida relief. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural and informational.
- Approved road striping contract with Mid-State Construction and Striping for $167,435.25
- Approved appraisal maintenance contract with GMASS, Inc. for $491,000.00
- Approved consent items including minutes, plats, and sending fire truck and two firemen to Louisiana for Hurricane Ida relief
- Approved Lake Monitoring bids for Nutter and CCR
Board of Commissioners
The Grady County Board of Commissioners approved the acceptance of $4,784,671 in American Rescue Plan Act funds, set a tentative millage rate of 17.384, and approved the 2021 budget amendments including the ARPA budget. They also approved the revised 2021 holiday schedule, a $500 Thomas University scholarship fundraiser, a $13,593.56 engine repair, and participation in the opioid lawsuit settlement.
- Accepted $4,784,671 ARPA State and Local Recovery Fund allocation (approved)
- Set tentative millage rate of 17.384 (approved)
- Approved 2021 Budget Amendments and ARPA Budget (approved)
- Approved revised 2021 Holiday Schedule (approved)
- Approved Thomas University scholarship fundraiser at $500 level (approved)
- Approved D5K engine removal and coupling replacement at $13,593.56 (approved)
- Approved Subdivision Settlement Participation for Opioid Lawsuit (approved)
- Approved amended agenda to include FA048-21 and executive session (approved)
Board of Commissioners
The Grady County Board of Commissioners is holding a called budget workshop. They will hear budget presentations from the Clerk of Court, Magistrate Judge, and Tax Commissioner. The board will also consider two consent items: ratifying the purchase of a 2021 Dodge Pursuit Charger and approving a temporary dump site attendant position.
- Ratify purchase of 2021 Dodge Pursuit Charger from Cass Burch in Quitman, GA
- Approve temporary dump site attendant position in Solid Waste
- Budget presentation: Clerk of Court
- Budget presentation: Magistrate Judge
- Budget presentation: Tax Commissioner
Board of Commissioners
The Grady County Board of Commissioners approved the amended FY 2022 budget preparation calendar, including a tentative budget workshop on August 12, 2021. They also approved reconveying unused right-of-way properties on Johnson Road to the original donors and approved $23,500 for UGA-required lake monitoring equipment, funded from the Lake Authority budget. All motions were approved unanimously.
- Approved amended FY 2022 budget calendar with tentative workshop Aug 12 (unanimous)
- Approved reconveying Johnson Road right-of-way to Tyrell Investments, Campbell, and Johnson (unanimous)
- Approved $23,500 for UGA lake monitoring equipment from Lake Authority budget (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Grady County Board of Commissioners and Lake Authority held a called meeting on July 20, 2021, with no public comments or presentations. The board approved the agenda as presented and entered executive session to discuss property, then adjourned. No substantive decisions were made beyond these procedural actions.
- Approved the agenda as presented.
- Approved entering executive session to discuss property.
- Approved exiting executive session.
- Approved adjournment.
Board of Commissioners
The Grady County Board of Commissioners approved up to $100,000 in ARPA funds for the Public Safety MDT Project, with the current bid at $76,723.36. They also adopted the Grady County Comprehensive Plan, approved a business license for Wild Creek Wine and Spirits, and approved employee bonuses from ARPA funds totaling approximately $170,000, with Commissioner Moye abstaining. The board moved the October 5, 2021, meeting to 6:00 pm to allow commissioners to attend an ACCG training.
- Approved up to $100,000 ARPA funds for Public Safety MDT Project (FA035-21)
- Adopted Resolution to Adopt the Grady County Comprehensive Plan (FA036-21)
- Approved Business License for Wild Creek Wine and Spirits pending state/federal requirements (FA037-21)
- Approved moving October 5, 2021, meeting to 6:00 pm for ACCG training (FA038-21)
- Approved employee bonuses from ARPA funds for approximately $170,000, with Commissioner Moye abstaining (FA039-21)
- Approved consent items including minutes and Lake Authority Director reappointment (C037-21, C038-21)
Board of Commissioners
The Grady County Board of Commissioners approved an ordinance adopting a new county code and approved changes to the Land Use Ordinance variance, which had been tabled from the June 15 meeting. They also approved the purchase of stock pipe from Southern Pipe and Supply for $28,393.53, the lowest of two bids. Consent items included approving minutes, department heads, and three plats. The board entered executive session to discuss personnel but took no reported action.
- Approved ordinance adopting a new county code (FA033-21)
- Approved changes to Land Use Ordinance variance, tabled from June 15 (FA030-21)
- Approved stock pipe purchase from Southern Pipe and Supply for $28,393.53 (FA034-21)
- Approved consent items: minutes, department heads, and plats (C034-21, C035-21, C036-21)
- Approved agenda amendment to add executive session for personnel
- Entered and exited executive session to discuss personnel
Board of Commissioners
The Board approved the purchase of a new rescue truck chassis from Stallings Motors for $57,719 and awarded a $55,730 bid to Select Metal Builders for the new fire station on Harrell Rd. They also approved changes to the Sick Leave Bank policy, 2020 Budget Amendments, and tabled a Land Use Variance change until after recodification. The board entered executive session to discuss personnel.
- Approved adding agenda item FA032-21 to address fire station bids.
- Approved consent item C033-21: regular meeting minutes from 06-01-2021.
- Approved FA028-21: changes to the Sick Leave Bank policy.
- Approved FA029-21: purchase of a new rescue truck chassis from Stallings Motors for $57,719.00.
- Tabled FA030-21: Land Use Variance change until after Recodification is passed.
- Approved FA031-21: 2020 Budget Amendments as presented.
- Approved FA032-21: bid from Select Metal Builders for $55,730.00 for the new fire station on Harrell Rd.
- Approved entering and exiting executive session to discuss personnel.
Board of Commissioners
The Grady County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a variance ordinance change, then vote on consent items and formal actions. Key decisions include approving bids for Phase 1 of Pine Park Rd., a court agreement with the school board, and turnout gear for the VFD. The board will also appoint a new commissioner to the Southwest Georgia Regional Commission and give first presentment to a new county code from recodification.
- Public hearing for variance ordinance change
- Approve Smith Plat for a Family Subdivision
- Approve alcoholic beverage license for Shaikh Wahab, 2499 US 319 S Thomasville, GA, DBA Fast Fuel 18
- Approve/Disapprove bids for Phase 1 of Pine Park Rd.
- First Presentment of An Ordinance Adopting and enacting a New Code for the County from Recodification
Board of Commissioners
The Grady County Board of Commissioners approved a bid for Pine Park Road resurfacing phase 1, a school property use agreement for Superior Court, and firefighter turnout gear purchase. They also approved consent items including minutes, a plat, a liquor license, and an RFP. A public hearing on a variance ordinance change was held with no action taken.
- Approved Pine Park Road resurfacing phase 1 bid to Scruggs Company for $591,667.64
- Approved agreement for Grady County Superior Court use of school property
- Approved purchase of turnout gear for Volunteer Fire Department from GF&RS for $35,938.17
- Approved consent items including minutes, Smith Plat, alcohol license for Fast Fuel 18, and Tire Creek Lake RFP
- Approved nomination of LaFaye Copeland to finish Phillip Drew's term on Southwest Georgia Regional Commission
Board of Commissioners
The Grady County Board of Commissioners approved the proposed FY2022 budget preparation calendar, setting key dates for budget requests, reviews, and adoption. They also approved consent items including minutes and a fire truck swap with Whigham, and a GIS data maintenance agreement. A sick leave bank policy revision was presented and will be voted on after 30 days.
- Approved agenda with added presentation (unanimous)
- Approved consent items: minutes from 05/04/2021 and fire truck swap with Whigham (unanimous)
- Approved GIS data maintenance support with Southwest Georgia Regional Commission (unanimous)
- Approved FY2022 budget preparation calendar (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Grady County Board of Commissioners approved a quitclaim deed of gift for a new fire station on Harrell Rd and the purchase of four chest compression devices for $65,182.88. The board also authorized the reconveyance of a right of way to several property owners. No other formal actions were taken; several items were discussed for future meetings.
- Approved agenda with removal of FA021-21 ordinance variance item
- Approved minutes from 04/20/2021
- Approved quitclaim deed of gift from William West and Robert Holden for fire station on Harrell Rd
- Approved purchase of 4 Lucas chest compression devices for $65,182.88 from contingency
- Authorized attorney to prepare documents to reconvey right of way to Tirrell Investments, Guy Johnson, Lynn Johnson, and Dennard Campbell
Board of Commissioners
The Board approved a resolution to send the updated 5-year Comprehensive Plan to the Georgia Department of Community Affairs for review before adoption, following a public hearing. The board also approved all consent items, including renewal of a radio tower agreement, a plat, and a task order. A presentation on chest compression devices was discussed, with a request for bids to be brought back in May.
- Approved resolution to transmit updated Comprehensive Plan to DCA (unanimous)
- Approved consent items including radio tower agreement renewal, plat, and Pine Park task order (unanimous)
- Approved Cristie Gilliard as Region 4 Advisory Council representative (unanimous)
- Tabled chest compression system purchase pending bids (discussed)
Board of Commissioners
The Grady County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the Comprehensive Plan, then vote on several contracts and bids, including a waste contract with Taylor Waste, a fire pumper bid from Ten-8, and a bid for a hot mix asphalt machine. They will also consider appointments and receive reports.
- Public hearing for Comprehensive Plan
- Approve/Disapprove contract with Taylor Waste
- Approve/Disapprove Fire Pumper bid from Ten-8
- Approve/Disapprove bid for Hot Mix Asphalt Machine
- Appointment to Region 4 DBHDD Advisory Council
Board of Commissioners
The Grady County Board of Commissioners approved a contract with Taylor Waste, the purchase of a Fire Pumper from Ten-8 for $322,761.00, and a Hot Mix Asphalt Machine from Reynolds-Warren Equipment Co. for $54,200.00. They also approved the consent items, including meeting minutes and plats. No action was taken after the executive session.
- Approved the agenda as presented.
- Approved consent items: Regular Meeting Minutes from 03/16/2021 and plats for Michael and Angela Everson and Jeffrey Cox and Heath Sanders.
- Approved the contract with Taylor Waste.
- Approved the purchase of a Fire Pumper from Ten-8 for $322,761.00.
- Approved the purchase of a Hot Mix Asphalt Machine from Reynolds-Warren Equipment Co. for $54,200.00.
- Entered and exited executive session to discuss property and litigation; no action was taken.
Board of Commissioners
The Grady County Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting on March 16, 2021, approving the agenda, the consent items (regular and executive meeting minutes from 03/02/2021, and a plat for Ricky E. Warren), and adjournment. No formal actions, public comments, presentations, or executive session occurred. The board heard a financial report for February 2021, noting revenue and expenditure percentages, and discussed various road projects, including Open Pond Road, Pine Park Road, and Perry Road, as well as a tree planting ceremony for former Commissioner Ronnie Hall.
- Approved the agenda as presented.
- Approved consent item C017-21: Regular and Executive Meeting Minutes from 03/02/2021.
- Approved consent item C018-21: Plat for Ricky E. Warren.
- Approved adjournment.
Board of Commissioners
The Board approved several contracts, including the Johnson Road construction bid to The Scruggs Company for $553,829.96, pending state approval. They also approved a base and surface material bid for the Bunn Lane garbage site, an audit engagement, and a culvert repair. The board hired Jeff Ezell as Animal Control Director effective April 1, 2021, with one abstention.
- Approved Johnson Road bid to The Scruggs Company for $553,829.96 (pending DCA approval)
- Approved CMI bid for base/surface material at Bunn Lane Manned Garbage Site for $65,250.00
- Approved Perry L. Henry, LLC to conduct county audit at not to exceed $44,095.00
- Approved culvert repair on Pine Park Road by Southern Concrete Construction Co., Inc. for $68,875.00
- Approved appointment of Steven Childs and Eric Cohen to Grady County Lake Authority
- Approved Judicial Alternatives of Georgia agreement
- Hired Jeff Ezell as Animal Control Director effective April 1, 2021 (Prince abstained)
Board of Commissioners
The Grady County Board of Commissioners approved several formal actions, including amending a road rock purchase to use Scruggs instead of CMI, adopting the Age Friendly Region Designation Resolution, and buying a John Deere Gator for recreation offset by equipment sales. They also approved consent items for minutes, a stock pipe purchase, and a plat. No public comments or presentations were made.
- Approved agenda amendment adding FA006-21 (unanimous)
- Approved consent items: minutes, stock pipe purchase $29,834.66, Chandler Plat (unanimous)
- Amended FA006-21 to purchase #5 Stock Rock from Scruggs for $49,500.00 (unanimous)
- Approved Age Friendly Region Designation Resolution (unanimous)
- Approved John Deere TX Gator purchase for $8,079.66, net $170.78 after trade-ins (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Grady County Board of Commissioners will consider approving a bid from Taylor Waste Services for solid waste collection/disposal and a budgeted purchase of #5 stock rock for the Road Department. They will also hear a presentation on a proposed change to the Land Use Ordinance variance request and receive annual reports from code enforcement and buildings/grounds.
- Bid from Taylor Waste Services for solid waste collection/disposal
- Purchase of #5 stock rock for the Road Department (budgeted)
- Presentation on change to Land Use Ordinance Variance Request
- Annual reports from Code Enforcement and Buildings and Grounds
- Public comments (3 minutes)
Board of Commissioners
The Board approved a contract with Taylor Waste Services for solid waste collection, including dumping front load containers at five manned dumpsites and servicing private and roll-off containers, at a monthly fee of $59,041.70. The board also approved the purchase of #5 Stock Rock for the Road Department from CMI for $49,500.00. No other formal decisions were made; an ordinance change for land use regulations was discussed but tabled for a future meeting.
- Approved Taylor Waste Services contract for solid waste collection (unanimous)
- Approved $49,500 purchase of #5 Stock Rock from CMI (unanimous)
- Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from 01/19/2021 meeting (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Grady County Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting on January 19, 2021, approving the agenda, consent items (including minutes and plats), and receiving reports. A motion to require masks on county property was made by Commissioner Copeland but died for lack of a second. No other formal actions were taken.
- Adopted meeting agenda (approved)
- Approved consent items C008-21, C009-21, C010-21 (approved)
- Mask mandate motion died without a second (no vote)
Board of Commissioners
The Grady County Board of Commissioners reorganized, electing Phillip Drew as Chair and Keith Moye as Vice-Chair (3-2). They approved the consent agenda, including minutes, plats, and alcohol license renewals. The board also approved a temporary fee increase for Will Butler to $3,500/month, authorized up to $10,000 for 911 address signs, and amended the ordinance to allow a contracted county administrator. No formal actions were taken, and executive session resulted in no action.
- Elected Phillip Drew as Chair (approved by motion)
- Elected Keith Moye as Vice-Chair (3-2 vote)
- Approved consent items C001-21 through C008-21
- Approved temporary fee increase for Will Butler to $3,500/month (4-1)
- Authorized up to $10,000 for 911 address signs (approved)
- Amended ordinance to allow contracted county administrator (approved)
- Approved alcohol license for Calvary Market (approved)
- Entered and exited executive session with no action taken