Lowndes County public meetings in 2022

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss administrative authorizations, including new bank accounts and a contract for audit services. The meeting includes a public hearing and reviews of financial reports and legislative priorities.

• Construction bids for Charleigh Ford Drive paving from Artesia Road to Mims Road
• New bank account authorizations for Town of Crawford (HB 1353) and MDA Loan (GTRA)
• Contract for audit with T.E. Lott-OSA
• Adoption of election precincts and polling places
• Final approval of MOU with CVB for ARPA funds

The Board of Supervisors adopted legal descriptions and maps for election precincts and polling places following a public hearing. Other actions included approving a comprehensive emergency plan, authorizing new bank accounts, and hiring an interim recreation director.

• Adopted Election Precincts and Polling Places maps and descriptions (5-0)
• Approved hire of Tom Velek as part-time Interim Recreation Director at $3,000 per month (4-1)
• Authorized signature for Lowndes County Comprehensive Emergency Plan (5-0)
• Approved payment to Constables for no fail case fee increase from $2,500 to $4,500 (5-0)
• Authorized CFO to open bank accounts for HB 1353 Town of Crawford and MDA loan-GTRA (5-0)
• Approved contract for Audit with T. E. Lott (5-0)
• Authorized advertisement for construction bids to pave Charleigh Ford Drive (5-0)
• Approved promotion of Ronnie Bailey to Foreman at $20.19 per hour (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review county claims and discuss ARPA planning with representatives from HORNE, LLP. The body is also scheduling a public hearing regarding precincts and voting locations for a redistricting plan.

• Sole source purchase request for Columbus Crime Lab Agilent 8890 Gas Chromatogram and 5977C MSD
• Request to advertise for Bank Depository Services
• Final Resolution regarding International Paper
• Bond Agreement between Lowndes County and MS DFA on Crawford Appropriation
• SAP Program for bridge repair on Gunshot Road and Steens Road

The Board of Supervisors approved several administrative requests, including a sole source purchase for the Columbus Crime Lab and a tax exemption for International Paper. They also authorized the Board Attorney to negotiate the sale of the Maxxim Medical property. A public hearing for redistricting precincts was scheduled for December 30, 2022.

• Authorized Board Attorney to negotiate sale of Maxxim Medical property with $200,000 floor (5-0)
• Approved sole source purchase of Agilent 8890 Gas Chromatogram and 5977C MSD for Columbus Crime Lab (5-0)
• Approved Final Resolution granting ad valorem tax exemption for International Paper (5-0)
• Approved $6,615 grant-funded purchase of FOD Removal Blower for CLC Airport (5-0)
• Approved SAP Program for bridge repairs on Gunshoot Road and Steens Road (5-0)
• Set public hearing for redistricting precincts and voting locations for Dec 30, 2022 (5-0)
• Adopted resolution requesting legislation to lease property to MS Sheriff's Boys and Girls Ranch (4-0)
• Approved County Claims Docket ending December 15, 2022 (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss ARPA planning with representatives from HORNE, LLP. The board will also consider a pay increase for supervisors and a resignation letter from Purchase Clerk Pat Tuggle.

• Discussion of ARPA planning with HORNE, LLP representatives Ty Hardy and Timothy Smith
• Reference to Supervisors’ pay increase
• Request to accept resignation letter of Purchase Clerk Pat Tuggle
• Permission to advertise for semi-annual bids
• Request to accept a donation of a Kubota 2ZG22-48 Mower from Nationwide Agribusiness Insurance

The Board of Supervisors approved salary increases for several county officials effective January 1, 2023. Other actions included appointing an interim election commissioner and authorizing the purchase clerk to seek semi-annual bids.

• Approved salary increase for Supervisors, Justice Court Judges, and County Attorney (5-0)
• Accepted resignation of District 3 Election Commissioner Shelby Stratton (5-0)
• Appointed Yuvonda Youngblood as Interim District 3 Election Commissioner (5-0)
• Approved special election to fill District 3 Election Commissioner vacancy (5-0)
• Authorized Purchase Clerk to advertise for semi-annual bids (5-0)
• Accepted donation of Kubota ZG22-48 mower for the Sheriff's office (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution of Finding No Protest for MDA Loan for Golden Triangle Regional Airport (5-0)
• Accepted Road Maintenance Agreement for Solar Farm contingent on route approval (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors will meet to review financial reports and a claims docket. The board is considering a contract for an audit with TE Lott & Co. and a request to pursue a grant for a fire truck.

• Request to pursue grant for fire truck acquisition
• Contract for audit with TE Lott & Co.
• Lowndes County Schools 16" Section Land Option
• Utility Permit for South Lowndes Water, Fire Tower Road
• Amendment to Manufacturers Drive Engineering Contract—Project Kentucky Derby

The Board of Supervisors adopted a proclamation of local emergency and authorized the restoration of three hazardous properties. Other actions included approving a land sale for industrial purposes and hiring two detention officers.

• Adopted Resolution/Proclamation of Local Emergency (5-0)
• Authorized sale of portion of 16th Section land for industrial purposes (5-0)
• Authorized restoration of hazardous properties at 43 Robin Circle, 93 Robin Street, and 103 Kelly Cove after Jan 15, 2023, with costs assessed to owners (5-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 Audit contract with T.E. Lott & Co. (5-0)
• Approved request to pursue grant for fire truck acquisition (5-0)
• Approved utility permit for South Lowndes Water at Fire Tower Road (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Manufacturers Drive Engineering Contract Project Kentucky Derby (5-0)
• Approved hiring Shatera Monay Ellis and Brandi Michelle Kain as Detention Officers at $15.00 per hour (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors will meet to review the county claims docket and discuss personnel updates. The board will consider change orders for the Lowndes County Sportsplex project and the renaming of the District 3 Satellite—Rural Hill Fire Station.

• Change orders for Lowndes County Sportsplex Project
• Renaming of District 3 Satellite—Rural Hill Fire Station in honor of Wayne Doyle
• New hire for E-911: James Reyes
• County Claims Docket for period ending November 15, 2022
• Discussion of surplus property

The Board of Supervisors approved a change order for the Lowndes County Sportsplex Project and a recommendation to switch to Cold Mix, Inc. for road materials. They also approved several personnel hires and the renaming of a fire station.

• Approved Change Order for Lowndes County Sportsplex Project (4-1)
• Approved recommendation to use Cold Mix, Inc. for road materials (5-0)
• Approved renaming District 3 Satellite Rural Hill Fire Station in honor of Wayne Doyle (5-0)
• Approved hire of James Reyes as full-time E-911 dispatcher at $14.75 per hour (5-0)
• Approved hire of Matthew Harge as Class II Driver at $17.29 per hour (5-0)
• Approved County Claims docket for period ending November 15, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved surplus property list (5-0)
• Approved resolutions recognizing Circuit Court Judges Lee J. Howard and Lee S. Coleman (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss ARPA planning with HORNE, LLP and a solar energy agreement. The agenda includes reviews of health insurance renewals and crime lab equipment purchases.

• Purchase of Crime Lab Drug Testing Equipment
• Recommendation for renewal of health insurance
• Axon contract renewal
• Property Room Surplus Item Sales Agreement
• Solar Energy Agreement

The Board of Supervisors approved funding for two water association projects and renewed health insurance and law enforcement contracts. The board also authorized the naming of a section of US Hwy 45 South Alternate and approved the purchase of crime lab equipment.

• Approved $423,060 for East Lowndes Water Association (5-0)
• Approved $137,800 for South Lowndes Water Association Hwy 45A Water Main Extension Project (5-0)
• Approved health insurance renewal with United Healthcare MRM/Zurich effective Jan 1, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved agreement with City of Columbus to purchase crime lab drug testing equipment (5-0)
• Approved naming of US Hwy 45 South Alternate to Mary Manor (5-0)
• Approved Axon Contract Renewal (5-0)
• Approved Asset Disposition Services Agreement with PropertyRoom.com, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved October 2022 Sheriff's Report for $8,291.88 (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review a contract award for the Columbus Lowndes County Airport taxiway pavement rehab project and discuss ARPA planning with HORNE, LLP. The meeting also includes reviews of the county claims docket and tax rolls.

• Proposal to award APAC contract for CLCA Taxiway Pavement Rehab Project
• MDA Airport Improvement Loan Intent Resolution
• Two change orders for Agri-Center Concession Project
• Tax refund for Mary Krupica #19118
• Public hearing set for November 30 regarding dilapidated properties

The Board of Supervisors awarded a $542,275 taxiway pavement contract for the Columbus Lowndes County Airport and authorized a loan of up to $1,000,000 for the Golden Triangle Regional Airport. The Board also approved project cooperation agreements for multiple economic development projects, including aluminum and biocarbon projects.

• Awarded $542,275 contract to APAC for airport taxiway pavement rehab (5-0)
• Approved loan up to $1,000,000 from MDA for Golden Triangle Regional Airport (5-0)
• Approved Project Cooperation Agreements for Aluminum, Biocarbon, and other economic projects (5-0)
• Authorized $137,000 from Non-Revenue Loss ARPA funds for South Lowndes Water Project (4-0)
• Approved road closures for Christmas Parade on Dec 13 (5-0)
• Set public hearing for dilapidated properties at 43 Robin Circle, 93 Robin Street, and 103 Kelly Cove for Nov 30 (5-0)
• Approved $809.25 tax refund to Mary Krupica (5-0)
• Accepted $50,000 annually for two years from Local Assistance & Tribal Consistency fund (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review September 2022 financials and the FY2022 amended budget. The meeting includes discussions on an ARPA MOU with CVB and the purchase of crime lab equipment.

• Utility Permit for C Spire on Yorkshire Road East
• Payment for crop damage caused by sewer line
• New hires for E-911 and Justice Court
• Discussion of ARPA MOU with CVB
• Discussion of crime lab equipment purchase

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the FY2022 amended budget, September 2022 financials, and the county claims docket. They also authorized a lease amendment with PHI Health, LLC, approved personnel transfers and hires, and accepted an ARPA MOU with the CVB Board contingent on CVB approval. No action was taken on a volunteer fire department pilot program or a recreation department update.

• Approved FY2022 amended budget (5-0)
• Approved September 2022 financials (5-0)
• Approved county claims docket period ending Oct 15, 2022 (5-0)
• Authorized 2nd Amendment to Lease Agreement with PHI Health, LLC (5-0)
• Approved transfer of Weston Brock and Isaiah Brackett to Mechanic's Helper at $16.85/hr (5-0)
• Approved promotion of Danny Cunningham to Assistant Road Manager at $60,000/yr (5-0)
• Approved ARPA MOU with CVB Board contingent on CVB acceptance (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Crime Lab Equipment with ARPA funds contingent on city agreement (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss ARPA planning with representatives from HORNE, LLP. The board will also consider awarding a bid for the SO Fleet Lease Management Program and authorizing quarterly budgets for the Sheriff and Tax Assessor/Collector.

• Award bid for SO Fleet Lease Management Program
• Authorization of quarterly budgets for Tax Assessor/Collector and Sheriff
• ARPA planning discussion with HORNE, LLP
• Review of surplus property

The Board of Supervisors approved quarterly budgets for the Tax Assessor/Collector and Sheriff's Office, appropriating $114,262.50 for the Tax Assessor, $211,356.50 for the Tax Collector, $1,472,139.75 for the Sheriff's Department, and $1,073,791.75 for the Adult Detention Center. The board also approved a surplus property list and awarded a bid for the Sheriff's Office Fleet Leasing/Management Program to Enterprise. An executive session was held for a personnel matter, but no action was taken on ARPA planning.

• Approved agenda (5-0).
• Approved surplus property list and declared items surplus (5-0).
• Awarded bid for Sheriff's Office Fleet Leasing/Management Program to Enterprise (5-0).
• Approved quarterly budgets: Tax Assessor $114,262.50, Tax Collector $211,356.50, Sheriff $1,472,139.75, Adult Detention Center $1,073,791.75 (5-0).
• Recessed until October 17, 2022 (5-0).

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review budget amendments to align FY 2022 revenues and expenditures with actual figures. The meeting includes decisions on infrastructure contracts and the approval of new personnel for E-911 and the Sheriff's office.

• Resolution tentatively awarding Canal Bridge construction contract to Joe McGee Construction, Inc.
• Contract for SDI Rail Yard Expansion
• FY 2022 Budget Amendments to adjust revenues and expenditures to actuals
• Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Grant award of $421.17 for the Sheriff's office
• Request to name a portion of Hwy145A—Crawford

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors approved a contract for the SDI Rail Yard Expansion, awarded a construction contract to Joe McGee Construction, Inc. for the Canal Bridge project, and authorized several other road-related resolutions. The board also approved budget amendments, new hires, and a bulletproof vest grant for the Sheriff's Office.

• Approved contract for SDI Rail Yard Expansion (5-0)
• Awarded Canal Bridge construction contract to Joe McGee Construction, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved FY 2022 budget amendments to match actual revenues and expenditures (5-0)
• Approved new hires: Danny Atkins ($16.35/hr) and Kenny White ($18.29/hr) for Road Department (5-0)
• Approved hire of Meyoxia King as E911 dispatcher ($14.00/hr, rising to $14.75/hr) (5-0)
• Accepted $421.17 Bulletproof Grant award from Patrick Leahy program (5-0)
• Approved reimbursement of $411.00 to Tax Assessor for timekeeping system (5-0)
• Approved surety bonds for deputy sheriff and justice court clerk (4-1, Sanders abstained)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will conduct a hearing for the 2023 budget. The meeting includes reviews of the county claims docket, tax rolls, and a discussion on ARPA planning with HORNE, LLP.

• 2023 Budget Hearing
• Utility Permit for Atmos Energy for Charleigh Ford Drive
• Change Order for Sportsplex Power Transformer Pricing
• GT LINK Board Appointments (3)
• FY22 Mississippi Office of Homeland Security (MOHS) Grant Agreement

The Board of Supervisors adopted the Fiscal Year 2023 budget and set millage rates for the county, EMCC, and Lowndes County Schools. They also approved several administrative items, including personnel changes, utility permits, and grant agreements. A resolution regarding a lawsuit involving the Sheriff's Boys and Girls Ranch was approved 4-0.

• Adopted FY2023 budget (5-0)
• Set Lowndes County general purpose millage at 43.26 mills (4-1)
• Set EMCC millage at 2 mills (5-0)
• Set Lowndes County Schools millage at 51.44 mills (5-0)
• Approved $29,347.95 in change orders for Sportsplex (4-1)
• Approved resolution for lawsuit involving Sheriff's Boys and Girls Ranch and Palmer Home for Children (4-0)
• Approved hire of Lamarcus Thompson as Class II Driver and promotion of Robbie Jacobs to Foreman (5-0)
• Approved ARPA funding intent for water line projects and employee incentive pay (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will conduct a public hearing regarding 2022 Real and Personal Tax Roll Appeals. The board will also review personnel changes and a beaver control contract.

• Public hearing on 2022 Real and Personal Tax Roll Appeals
• Six new hires for Juvenile Detention
• Contract with USDA (APHIS) for Beaver Control
• ARPA planning discussion with HORNE, LLP

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors approved an engineering contract for Manufacturers Drive (Emergency Loop Road) and accepted the Certificate of Substantial Completion for Charlie Ford Drive. The board also approved multiple new hires, an FMLA request, a beaver control contract renewal, and an interlocal agreement with Columbus for jail housing. A public hearing on tax roll appeals resulted in one formal appeal being accepted with a valuation of $79,955,625.

• Approved engineering contract for Manufacturers Drive (5-0)
• Approved Certificate of Substantial Completion for Charlie Ford Drive (5-0)
• Approved 6 Juvenile Detention hires at $13.00/hr (5-0)
• Approved FMLA request for Treddis Anderson up to 12 weeks (5-0)
• Approved Beaver Control Renewal Contract with USDA APHIS (5-0)
• Approved 2 Justice Court Civil Deputy Clerk hires at $13.25/hr (5-0)
• Approved interlocal resolution with City of Columbus for jail housing (5-0)
• Accepted Caledonia Energy Partners tax valuation of $79,955,625 (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss county financial reports, personnel hires, and infrastructure permits. The body is scheduling a public hearing for the 2023 budget for September 15, 2022.

• Approval of sole-source vendor Asphalt Zipper
• Permission to advertise for Fleet Leasing/Management Program
• Columbus Lowndes County Airport Grant Match Approval
• Adoption of new private drive at Late Linns Trail
• Advertisement of Canal Bridge project to accept bids September 27, 2022

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors approved a federal matching grant for the Columbus-Lowndes County Airport, adopted a new private road (Late Linns Trail), and authorized several utility permits for fiber optic and gas lines. The board also approved multiple new hires for E911, the Sheriff's Department, Juvenile Detention, and the Road Department, and set a public hearing for the 2023 budget on September 15, 2022. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved airport federal matching grant agreement (5-0)
• Adopted new private road Late Linns Trail in District 1 (5-0)
• Approved change order for Charleigh Ford Drive (5-0)
• Approved utility permits for Franklin Telephone, AT&T, Comcast, and Caledonia Natural Gas (5-0)
• Approved hires: Jada Beckum ($14/hr), Chante Weatherspoon ($13/hr), Richard Brantley ($41,312/yr), Jason Williams ($16.79/hr), Joseph Cockrell ($15.35/hr), Dustin Capps ($14.17/hr), Alvin Ellis ($18.25/hr), Beunka Johnson ($18.25/hr) (5-0)
• Approved out-of-state travel for Sheriff's personnel to North Carolina (5-0)
• Approved resolution requesting TRVWMD assistance at 37 Woodridge Place (5-0)
• Set public hearing for 2023 budget on September 15, 2022 at 9:30 a.m.

Board of Supervisors

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors will meet to award bids for the 2022 Road Plan asphalt overlay and the sale of surplus road department property. The board will also hold a planning discussion regarding ARPA with representatives from HORNE, LLP. Other business includes utility permits and personnel hires.

• Award bid for Additional Asphalt Overlay - 2022 Road Plan
• Award bids for Sale of Surplus Property - Road Department
• Adoption of new private drive named Late Linns Trail
• AT&T utility permits for Lenox Ln, Hillcrest DR, and Mill Rd
• Franklin Telephone utility permits for N. Front St, Artesia Rd, Dismukes St, Old Mayhew Rd, Circle Drive, Beulah Grove Rd, and Canal Rd

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors approved a pay increase for the public defender to $2,500 starting October 1, 2022, and awarded a bid for additional asphalt overlay to APAC. They also approved several routine items including claims, surplus property sales, new hires, utility permits, and redistricting descriptions. All votes were 4-0 with District 5 Supervisor Leroy Brooks absent.

• Approved public defender pay increase to $2,500 (4-0)
• Awarded asphalt overlay bid to APAC (4-0)
• Approved sale of surplus road department vehicles (4-0)
• Approved new hires for E911, administration, road department, and sheriff's office (4-0)
• Approved AT&T and Franklin Telephone utility permits (4-0)
• Adopted redistricting legal descriptions for supervisor and justice court districts (4-0)
• Approved ARPA resolution and supplemental contract (4-0)
• Approved claims docket and surplus property list (4-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review county claims and financial reports. The meeting includes discussions on infrastructure permits, road seal bids, and financing resolutions for the Sportsplex.

• AT&T Utility Permit on Smith Road
• Charleigh Ford Drive Contract Acceptance
• Prairie Land Water/Sewer Easement for Sportsplex Construction
• Resolution for Sportsplex Financing
• ARPA Planning Discussion with HORNE, LLP

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors approved the sale of $14,750,000 in General Obligation Bonds to BankFirst Financial Services, Inc. at a rate of 3.25262% for Sportsplex financing (4-0, Brooks not participating). The board also approved an increase in economic development reimbursables from $50,000 to $100,000, accepted several utility permits and easements, and approved multiple personnel hires.

• Approved $14,750,000 GO bond sale to BankFirst at 3.25262% for Sportsplex (4-0)
• Approved increase in economic development reimbursables from $50,000 to $100,000 (5-0)
• Approved AT&T utility permit for buried fiber on Smith Road (5-0)
• Approved Charleigh Ford Drive contract acceptance (5-0)
• Approved Prairie Land water/sewer easement for Sportsplex and water service permit for Old West Point Road (5-0)
• Approved MDOT MOA for Old West Point Road project (5-0)
• Approved MDOT MOA for Canal Road Bridge and authorized advertisement for bids (5-0)
• Approved hire of 7 sheriff's deputies and detention officer (4-0, Sanders not participating)

Board of Supervisors

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors will review a proposed lease agreement with the Mississippi Department of Human Services. The board will also discuss a request for county support for an MDOT Transportation Alternatives submission and a grant submission review for the Defense Community Infrastructure Program.

• Proposed Mississippi Department of Human Services lease agreement
• Adoption of new private drive named MOB Way
• Approval for bid advertisement for Taylor Thurston Road
• Authorization for new bank account for HB 1353
• Review of two new hire detention officers for the Sheriff's office

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors approved a memorandum of understanding for rail yard expansion funds under HB 1353, authorized bid advertisements for asphalt overlay and milling on specific roads, and approved several personnel hires including a new accounts payable clerk and three detention officers. The board also authorized negotiations for a DHS lease and approved resolutions for drainage assistance. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved MOU with MS DFA for HB 1353 rail yard funds (5-0)
• Authorized new bank account for HB 1353 funds (5-0)
• Approved bid advertisement for asphalt overlay on Elm Drive, Elm Cove, Stoneridge Walk (5-0)
• Approved hire of Paula Cooper as Accounts Payable Clerk at $17.00/hr (5-0)
• Approved hire of 3 detention officers (5-0)
• Authorized negotiations with DHS for lease agreement (5-0)
• Approved resolutions for drainage assistance at 3 properties (5-0)
• Approved adoption of private drive MOB Way (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing and consider resolutions regarding capital improvement and economic development financing bonds. The meeting also includes reviews of the county claims docket and tax rolls.

• Resolution of Public Hearing Outcome- Capital Improvement Bonds
• Bond Sale Resolution- Capital Improvement Bonds
• Resolution of Public Hearing Outcome- Economic Development Financing
• Permission to advertise July Tax Rolls and set a public hearing
• Utility permits for Artesia Road, Rosecrest Dr, Tom Rose Road, Black Creek Rd, Mason Dr, Westview Ln, Gail Rd, and Television Rd

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors voted 3-2 to adopt resolutions of intent to issue up to $14,750,000 in general obligation bonds for the SportsPlex project and to authorize publication of notice of sale. Supervisors Smith and Brooks voted against, with Smith citing opposition to the design. The board also approved a resolution of intent for up to $30,000,000 in economic development financing for LCIDA, and approved numerous routine items including claims, financials, tax rolls, utility permits, personnel hires, and budget adjustments.

• Adopted resolution of intent to issue up to $14,750,000 in bonds for SportsPlex (3-2)
• Authorized publication of notice of sale for $14,750,000 SportsPlex bonds (3-2)
• Adopted resolution of intent for up to $30,000,000 economic development financing for LCIDA (5-0)
• Approved May 2022 financial report (5-0)
• Approved 2022 real and personal tax rolls (5-0)
• Approved hire of 3 additional school resource officers with county budget increase of $27,890 (5-0)
• Approved HB400 bailiff pay raise from $55 to $100 per day (5-0)
• Approved HB1408 sheriff salary increase of $5,000 annually (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is meeting to award bids for the 2022 Reseal & DBST and Charleigh Ford Road. Members will also consider utility permits for several roads and discuss supervisor pay increases under SB2719.

• Award bids for Reseal & DBST 2022
• Bids for Charleigh Ford Road
• Utility permits for Anderson Grove Rd, New Hope Rd, Woodridge Pl, Overview Dr, Stadium Rd, Henry Rd, Lake Lowndes Rd, Reeves Rd, Center St, and Charleigh Ford Drive
• Discussion on SB2719 Supervisor Pay Increase
• Tax exemption for International Paper

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors approved a salary realignment for supervisors to $50,000 annually starting July 1, 2022, and amended the Road Department budget to $785,000 for the 2022 road plan. They also approved multiple contracts, permits, grants, and hires, all with 5-0 votes except the road budget, which passed 4-1.

• Approved supervisor salary realignment to $50,000/year (5-0)
• Amended Road Department budget to $785,000 for 2022 road plan (4-1)
• Awarded Reseal & DBST 2022 Road Plan bid to T. I. Wallace Construction (5-0)
• Approved $600,000 matching funds for rail yard improvements on SDI campus (5-0)
• Approved airport grant agreement of $399,348 (5-0)
• Approved tax refund of $3,361.06 to Kermit Johnson (5-0)
• Approved hire of Allison Ming as E911 dispatcher at $13.00/hr (5-0)
• Approved hire of Carley Estes as Justice Court Clerk at $48,000 salary (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss infrastructure permits and regional projects. The agenda includes reviews of a county airport grant and the second phase of the Sportsplex.

• Lowndes County Airport Grant approval
• Sportsplex Phase II discussion
• Adoption of new 'Private' Drive in District 1: Timberstone Cove
• Lowndes County Agri-Center & Pavilion Rental Contract Agreement
• Prairie Land utility permits for Breland Overlook, Charleigh Ford Drive-TVA, and Charleigh Ford Drive-FedEx

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors held a public hearing and voted 5-0 to accept Redistricting Plan 2 for supervisors and the plan for Justice Court judges and constables, authorizing Slaughter and Associates to prepare legal descriptions and maps. The board also approved several routine items, including sheriff's reports, new hires, utility permits, and a fireworks sponsorship. All votes were 5-0 except for a 3-0 vote on Sportsplex color selections.

• Adopted Redistricting Plan 2 for supervisors and plan for judges/constables (5-0)
• Approved Sheriff's Reports for May 2022, $14,847.17 (5-0)
• Approved hires: Curtavis Johnson ($13.00/hr) and Arick Smith ($16.79/hr) (5-0)
• Approved hire of Ridge Alan Blackburn as Transport Deputy ($15.00/hr, then $18.25/hr) (5-0)
• Approved $5,000 Firework Sponsor for Fireworks on the Water 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Prairie Land water and sewer utility permits (5-0)
• Approved Agri-Center & Pavilion Rental Contract Agreement (5-0)
• Approved application for Airport Grant (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors will review financial reports and various administrative requests. The meeting includes discussions on infrastructure funding and resolutions regarding financing for a sportsplex and industrial development bonds.

• Intent Resolution for Sportsplex Financing
• Intent Resolution for Industrial Development Bonds
• Environmental Clearance and contract approval for Emergency Loop Road Construction (ARC Funding)
• Renewal of PHI Helicopter Contract for District 3
• Adoption of new 'Private' Drive in District 1: Timberstone Cove

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors approved two resolutions related to up to $14.75 million in financing for a Sportsplex, with votes of 3-2 (Sanders, Hairston, Holliman in favor; Smith, Brooks against). The board also approved a separate resolution for up to $30 million in industrial development bonds (5-0). Other actions included approving a $69,650 bid for a used water tank truck, hiring new employees, and authorizing an attorney for the sheriff in a lawsuit.

• Approved Sportsplex financing intent resolution up to $14,750,000 (3-2)
• Approved resolution authorizing professionals for Sportsplex financing (3-2)
• Approved industrial development bond intent up to $30,000,000 (5-0)
• Approved bid for 2016 Used Water Tank Truck from United Rentals, Inc. $69,650.00 (5-0)
• Approved hire of Danny Clinton as Crewmember at $15.35/hour (5-0)
• Approved hire of Shannon Patrice Williams and Carol Michele Goggins as Detention Officers at $14.17/hour (5-0)
• Approved reimbursement to Constable Chris Griffin for $503.95 (5-0)
• Approved hiring attorney to represent Sheriff Eddie Hawkins in lawsuit (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors will consider several items, including a proposed agreement for Leigh Mall, approval of a grant submission for the West Bank Port Rail Spur project, and an additional $5 million for road striping. The board will also discuss AT&T utility permits for numerous roads, approve the Memorial Day holiday, and consider a resolution honoring Road Manager Ronnie Burns.

• Discuss & seek approval for Leigh Mall agreement
• West Bank Port Rail Spur project & grant submission approval
• Additional $5 million road plan striping
• AT&T utility permits for multiple roads (Beersheba, Barksdale, etc.)
• Resolution to honor Ronnie Burns

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors approved a bid for additional road striping, authorized a grant submission for the West Bank Port Rail Spur Project, and approved all proposed ARPA allocations for tourism and non-profits (4-0, with one recusal). The board also approved routine items including claims, reports, hires, and a resolution supporting a 2% restaurant tax renewal.

• Awarded road striping bid to J.C. Cheek Contractors, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved West Bank Port Rail Spur Project grant submission (5-0)
• Approved ARPA allocations for tourism and non-profits (4-0, Hairston recused)
• Approved REDA Alliance Agreement for Leigh Mall Project (5-0)
• Approved hires: Cortney Beckwith, Jackson Kriley, Barbara Gilchrist, Joseph Redmond (5-0 each)
• Approved AT&T utility permits for buried optic cables on multiple roads (5-0)
• Approved resolution supporting 2% restaurant tax renewal (5-0)
• Approved Memorial Day holiday for May 30, 2022 (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors is meeting to approve the agenda, minutes, claims, and financial reports, and to hear presentations from Community Counseling Services and 4-County Electric. They will also consider awarding bids for the 2022 road plan, an equine center restroom and concession project, and other road projects, plus a redistricting plan presentation.

• Award bids for 2022 Road Plan
• Award bid for Equine Center Restroom & Concession Project
• ERBR applications for Canal Bridge & Old West Point Bridge
• Old West Point Road Overlay Project activation
• Resolution supporting MEMA funding for storm shelter/safe room

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors approved the 2022 road plan bids, including asphalt overlay by APAC and road striping by J.C. Cheek Contractors. They also recommended a preliminary redistricting plan for supervisors, justice court, and constables, contingent on a public hearing scheduled for June 6, 2022. Several other administrative items were approved, including claims, financial reports, and a tax refund.

• Approved APAC bid for Asphalt Overlay Road Plan 2022 (5-0)
• Approved J.C. Cheek Contractors bid for Road Striping 2022 (5-0)
• Authorized rebid for DBST and reseal after no bids received (5-0)
• Approved $1,493.47 tax refund for mobile home account 7454 (5-0)
• Approved ERBR applications for Canal Bridge and Old West Point Road Bridge (5-0)
• Approved Byrum Construction bid for Equine Center restrooms/concession (4-1, Smith abstained)
• Adopted resolution supporting MEMA-funded storm shelters/safe rooms (5-0)
• Recommended preliminary redistricting plan contingent on June 6 public hearing (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors will hold its regular meeting on April 18, 2022, starting with a public hearing at 9:15 AM. They will consider routine items such as approving minutes, claims, and reports, as well as several action items including permission to advertise for a used water tanker, utility permits for road work, a contract for Charleigh Ford Drive, and appointments to library and Prairie Opportunity boards. The agenda also includes a proposed change order for the Sportsplex and a request for an executive session on a legal issue.

• Permission to advertise for a used water tanker
• Utility permits for Caledonia Water Dept. (Gurlie Malone Road), AT&T (multiple roads), and CSpire (Industrial Road)
• Charleigh Ford Drive contract
• Approval of District 3 Columbus Lowndes Public Library Board seat (2022-2027) and Prairie Opportunity Board seat (2022-2026)
• Transfer of 2013 Chevy Tahoe from Sheriff's Office to Caledonia Town Marshals

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors approved multiple routine items and appointments, including hiring Mike Aldridge as Road Manager at $90,000 and appointing Tony Hannah to the Columbus Lowndes Public Library Board. The board also abandoned Pearrow Drive and authorized an addendum for Sportsplex plans. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved agenda as amended (5-0)
• Approved County Claims Docket for period ending April 15, 2022 (5-0)
• Declared surplus property list (5-0)
• Approved Justice Court reports with collections totaling $136,792.36 (5-0)
• Appointed Tony Hannah to Columbus Lowndes Public Library Board (5-0)
• Appointed Eric Thomas to Prairie Opportunity Board (5-0)
• Hired Mike Aldridge as Road Manager at $90,000 salary (5-0)
• Abandoned Pearrow Drive (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors is meeting to handle routine county business, including approving claims, minutes, and appointments. A public hearing is scheduled for 9:15 AM, and the board will consider bids for the Lowndes County Sportsplex project.

• Public hearing at 9:15 AM
• Bids for Lowndes County Sportsplex
• Approval of Good Friday holiday (April 15, 2022)
• Approval of 2 Columbus Lowndes Public Library Board seats (District 2 & 3, term April 4, 2022 – April 3, 2027)
• New hire for E911: Amber Ferguson

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors awarded the Sportsplex construction bid to West Brothers Construction, Inc. for $12,360,407.00, with two supervisors opposing due to lack of diversity in the project. The board also approved numerous routine items including claims, financials, personnel hires, permits, and a public hearing declaration for a hazardous property at 100 Atkins Road.

• Awarded Sportsplex bid to West Brothers Construction, Inc. for $12,360,407.00 (3-2)
• Approved county claims docket for period ending March 31, 2022 (5-0)
• Authorized opening new bank account at Trustmark Bank (5-0)
• Declared surplus property list (5-0)
• Awarded legal publication bid to The Columbus Packet (5-0)
• Authorized replacement of culvert on Ben Christopher Drive contingent on hold harmless agreement (5-0)
• Declared 100 Atkins Road hazardous; owner given until May 4, 2022 to correct (5-0)
• Approved hire of Amber Ferguson as part-time E911 dispatcher at $13.25/hr (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors is meeting to handle routine county business, including approving minutes, claims, and several administrative items. Key actions include awarding a bid for a fleet leasing/management program, adopting a new private drive road name (Haven Cove), and discussing insurance renewal for 2022-2023. The board will also hear updates on a multi-modal grant and a Corps of Engineers permit for the Sportsplex.

• Award bid for Fleet Leasing/Management Program
• Adopt new private drive road name: Haven Cove
• 2022-2023 Insurance Renewal with Galloway-Chandler-McKinney
• Multi-Modal Grant update from Neel-Schaffer
• County Claims Docket for period ending March 15, 2022

Board of Supervisors

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors will meet to adopt the agenda, approve minutes, and hear reports from county officials. Key items include a proposal for ARPA funding from the City of Columbus, a request to name a new private road Haven Cove, and a request to convert a county road to a private drive. The board will also consider bids for road department trucks, striping, and several construction projects.

• ARPA funding proposal from City of Columbus
• Adopt new private drive road name: Haven Cove
• Request to convert county road to private drive
• Award bid for sale of road department trucks
• Recommendation of award for Equine Center Concession Building and LSBP-44(16) Duncan Road

Board of Supervisors

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing and consider several items, including grant applications for the Industrial Development Authority and the Columbus-Lowndes Airport, bids for road department trucks and the Duncan Road Bridge, and a property hearing for 100 Atkins Road. They will also discuss hiring a new road manager and other administrative matters.

• Approval to apply for ARC grant (Industrial Development Authority)
• Approval of Taxiway Rehabilitation Project grant application (Columbus-Lowndes Airport)
• Award bid for sale of Road Department trucks
• Accept bids for Duncan Road Bridge LSBP-44(16)
• Approval to set property hearing for 100 Atkins Road

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors approved several grant applications and routine items, including an ARC grant application by the Golden Triangle Development Authority and a taxiway rehabilitation project grant application for the Columbus Lowndes Airport. The board also accepted bids for the Duncan Road Bridge, approved a utility permit for AT&T, and set a public hearing for property cleanup at 100 Atkins Road. Two items were tabled: the sale of Road Department trucks and the hiring of a Road Manager.

• Approved agenda as amended (5-0)
• Approved Feb 15, 2022 board minutes (5-0)
• Approved county claims docket and Jan 2022 financials (5-0)
• Approved surplus property list (5-0)
• Allowed Golden Triangle Development Authority to apply for ARC grant (5-0)
• Approved taxiway rehabilitation project grant application (5-0)
• Approved utility permit for AT&T fiber optic cable along Green Hollow Circle (5-0)
• Tabled award of bid for sale of Road Department trucks (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing and consider routine items including minutes, claims, and surety bonds. They will also discuss the Soccer Exercise Trail Erosion Plan Resolution, a historical exemption policy, audit changes, road department personnel and bid quotes, a recreational trail program application, a utility permit for Solar 6, LLC, and a retirement request for Road Manager Ronnie Burns.

• Public hearing at 9:00 AM
• Soccer Exercise Trail Erosion Plan Resolution
• Historical Exemption Policy and Audit Changes 2021 Roll
• Utility Permit Solar 6, LLC on Gilmer Wilburn Road
• Retirement Request - Ronnie Burns

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors approved a resolution to issue revenue refunding bonds not exceeding $88,200,000 to refinance costs for International Paper facilities in Columbus. The board also approved several routine items, including claims, surety bonds, personnel actions, and utility permits. No action was taken on a beaver control update or an ARPA discussion.

• Approved $88.2M revenue refunding bond resolution for International Paper (5-0)
• Approved county claims docket for period ending Feb 15, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved surety bonds for three county employees (5-0)
• Approved Soccer Exercise Trail Erosion Control Plan with PLN funds up to $35,000 (5-0)
• Approved promotion of Jarvis Sanders to Crewmember at $15.35/hr (5-0)
• Approved new hire Isaiah Brackett as Crewmember at $15.35/hr (5-0)
• Approved retirement request of Road Manager Ronnie Burns with payment for 30 unused vacation days (5-0)
• Approved utility permits for MS Solar 6 and Caledonia Natural Gas District (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors will convene to adopt the agenda, approve minutes, and consider several routine items including bids for the sale of fire trucks and a tandem dump truck, six-month bid quotes, the sheriff's report, personnel matters, and a proposal for the Hull Group reimbursement. The board will also discuss a lawsuit update in executive session and approve the President's Day holiday.

• Award bid for sale of fire trucks
• Award bid for tandem dump truck
• 6-month bid quotes
• Hull Group reimbursement proposal
• Approve President's Day holiday

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors approved the sale of three fire trucks, the purchase of a new dump truck, and several personnel hires. They also approved a reimbursement agreement with Hull Property Group and set a public hearing for a wildlife management area resolution.

• Approved sale of 3 fire trucks to Center Hill Fire Protection District (5-0)
• Approved $136,500 purchase of 2022 Tandem Dump Truck from Waters Truck & Tractor (5-0)
• Approved herbicide bid from Groundzero Drift Control (5-0)
• Approved Sheriff's Report for January 2022 totaling $6,986.89 (5-0)
• Approved Justice Court Reports for January 2022 (5-0)
• Approved hiring of Ronald Johnson, Greg Ferguson, and Michael Wyatt Stapp (5-0)
• Approved President's Day holiday on February 17, 2022 (5-0)
• Adopted Expense Reimbursement Agreement with Hull Property Group (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors will convene for a regular meeting to address routine administrative matters, including approving minutes and claims, as well as several personnel actions. Key items include a presentation of the 2022-2026 road plan by the Road Manager, approval of new hires for E911 and Justice Court, and an update on the ARPA quarterly report filing. An ARPA working session will follow the meeting.

• Presentation of Road Plan for 2022-2026
• New hires: E911 Samantha Ross & Allison Perrigin, Justice Court Shannon Hughes
• Approval to advertise for leased fleet for Sheriff Department
• Caledonia Water Utility Permit for Noel Wells Road
• ARPA quarterly report filing update

The Board of Supervisors approved the 2022-2026 Road Plan, several personnel hires, and various administrative items. All votes were unanimous (5-0). The board also tabled semi-annual bid quotes for road materials after an initial motion was withdrawn.

• Approved 2022-2026 Road Plan (5-0)
• Hired Joe Smith as part-time crew member at $15.35/hour (5-0)
• Hired Samantha Ross and Allison Perrigin as E911 dispatchers at $13.00/hour, rising to $13.75 after training (5-0)
• Hired Shannon Hughes as deputy justice court clerk at $13.50/hour (5-0)
• Tabled 6-month bid quotes for Cold Mix, Hot Mix, Herbicides, Limestone, and Culverts (5-0)
• Granted permission to advertise leased fleet for Sheriff Department (5-0)
• Approved Caledonia Water Utility permit for 2-inch water line on Noel Wells Road (5-0)
• Appointed Richard Morgan to Columbus Convention & Visitor's Bureau board (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors is meeting to approve minutes, claims, and financial reports, and to consider several action items including a tax exemption request, economic development projects, and road and bridge construction bids. The board will also discuss personnel matters such as FMLA requests and new hires, and approve a COVID leave policy.

• Request for tax exemption for military (Greg Andrews)
• Consideration of intent to issue refunding bonds for International Paper project
• Advertise construction bids for Duncan Road Bridge and Agri-Center Concession Stand
• Federal Land Access Program application for C. Younger Boat Ramp and Access Roads
• MDA Rail Loan Agreement approval

The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a resolution to issue revenue refunding bonds not to exceed $88,200,000 for the International Paper project, along with an assistance agreement. They also approved an amendment to the economic development services agreement with Golden Triangle Development LINK. Several routine items were approved, including tax exemptions, financial reports, surplus property, and personnel actions.

• Approved resolution to issue revenue refunding bonds up to $88.2M for International Paper project (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Economic Development Services Agreement with Golden Triangle Development LINK (5-0)
• Approved tax exemption for Military Lee, LLC (5-0)
• Approved December 2021 financials and claims docket (5-0)
• Declared surplus property list (5-0)
• Approved FMLA requests for two employees (5-0)
• Amended COVID leave policy from 80 to 40 hours for 2022 (5-0)
• Approved new hires for Sheriff's department (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors will meet to adopt the agenda, hold a public hearing at 9:15 a.m. for 1641 Steens Road, and discuss several administrative items. They will consider authorizing the Tax Assessor/Collector and Sheriff quarterly budget, discuss COVID-19 mask and isolation/quarantine changes, and approve the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday. The meeting is largely routine, with no major ordinances or contracts listed.

• Public hearing at 9:15 a.m. for 1641 Steens Road
• Authorize Tax Assessor/Collector & Sheriff quarterly budget
• COVID-19 policy discussion on masks and isolation/quarantine changes
• Approve Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday
• Set upcoming board meeting dates: Jan 18, Jan 31, Feb 7

The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to adopt the agenda, approve surety bond riders, authorize quarterly budget requests for the Tax Assessor/Collector and Sheriff, and change the county's COVID-19 policy to align with CDC quarantine guidelines. They also approved a 10-day paid leave for employees with a doctor's note, observed the MLK holiday, and authorized a cleanup contract for a property at 1640 Steens Road due to health and safety concerns.

• Adopted agenda as amended (5-0)
• Approved surety bond riders for Diane Stephens and Carley Michelle Estes (5-0)
• Authorized quarterly budget requests: Tax Assessor $101,611.25, Tax Collector $203,284.25, Sheriff $1,249,679.25, Adult Detention Center $997,931.75 (5-0)
• Changed COVID-19 policy to meet CDC quarantine guidelines (5-0)
• Approved 10-day leave for employees with valid doctor's note (5-0)
• Approved Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday on January 17, 2022 (5-0)
• Authorized contract to clean property at 1640 Steens Road, costs assessed to owner (5-0)