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Regular Meeting Agenda- January 8, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING AGENDA - THURSDAY, JANUARY 8, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 6:00PM A. ROLL CALL B. OPENING PRESENTATION – Mr. Clayton Preble – Wildcat Community, Inc. C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE D. ANNOUNCEMENTS E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of Regular Commission Meeting held on November 20, 2008, December 4, 2008 and November 18, 2008 F. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA G. PUBLIC COMMENT (3 minute limit/person 15 minutes maximum) None Contributions more than $250 H. ZONING ZA 08-16 – Mr. Larry Davis has submitted a request to rezone a 1.830 acre tract known as TMP No. 107- 054 from R-2 (Single Family Residential) to C-HB (Highway Business Commercial) for a public storage facility, located at 2315 Lumpkin Campground Road. ---PAGE BREAK--- The Planning Commission has recommended denial of the application. I. PUBLIC HEARINGS None J. OLD BUSINESS None K. NEW BUSINESS 1. Maintenance and Repair Bid Results 2. 2009 Public Defender Contract 3. Approval to hold hearings regarding Height Limitations 4. Recycling Agreement with Community Waste Services 5. Marshal Office Resolution 7. Board Appointment: Park & Recreation Board - Ms. Heather Tierney L. ADJOURNMENT M. PUBLIC COMMENT ---PAGE BREAK--- Work Session Agenda- January 15, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION AGENDA THURSDAY, JANUARY 15, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 4:00PM K. NEW BUSINESS 1. Approval of County to be fiscal agent for Mentoring Program – Ms. Bindy Auvermann 2. Approval of the Inmate Medical proposal – Sheriff Carlisle & County Manager Tanner 3. Addendum to the Georgia Storm Water Management Manual (tabled 10/16/08) – County Engineer/Public Works Director Dave Headley 4. Installment Sale Agreement dated April 1, 2004 with ACCG and Dawson County SPLOST IV Land Acquisition – County Manager Tanner & Finance Director Lowayne Craig 5. Approval of the Cable Television Franchise Agreement – County Manager Tanner 6. Approval of the Fire Station Architect preliminary design – County Manager Tanner 7. Approval of BOC expenses for 2008 – Chairman Berg 8. Reappointment of County Attorney, County Clerk, County Manager and Vice Chairman of the Dawson County Board of Commissioners 9. County Manager Report ---PAGE BREAK--- 10. County Attorney Report ---PAGE BREAK--- Regular Meeting Agenda- January 22, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING AGENDA - THURSDAY, JANUARY 22, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 6:00PM A. ROLL CALL B. OPENING PRESENTATION – Code Enforcement Officer Robbie Irvin – Adopt a Mile C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE D. ANNOUNCEMENTS E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of Regular Commission Meetings held on: November 20, 2008; December 4, 2008; December 18, 2008; January 8, 2009 F. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA G. PUBLIC COMMENT (3 minute limit/person 15 minutes maximum) None Contributions more than $250 H. ZONING ZA 08-17: Russ Wallace has submitted a request to rezone 2 acres known as TMP #113 183 from C-PCD (Commercial Planned Comprehensive Development District) to C-IR (Commercial Industrial Restricted District) for a dog food processing facility; located at 91 West Hightower Drive. ---PAGE BREAK--- The applicant submitted a withdrawal at the Planning Commission meeting dated 01/06/09. The Planning Commission has approved the w/d and recommended denial of the refund request. ZA 06-26: Chestatee Development Corporation has requested to amend the master plan approved as required by the R-PCD Land Use District to permit a maximum of 23 units to be developed on the tract (Creekside) south of Henry Grady Highway (Land Lots 26 and 36 of the South Half of the 13th Land District) with a total number of maximum lots permitted remaining at 543; TMP 118-008, 801. A portion of the property referenced herein is located on Henry Grady Highway; the street address of the property owner is 653 Knight Fire Drive, Dawsonville, Georgia. VR 06-26. Chestatee Development Corporation and Rowland Development Company have submitted a request for a variance regarding a 20 acre tract located in Land Lots 26 and 36 of the South Half of the 13th Land District, Dawson County, Georgia (Henry Grady Highway), TMP 118-8, 8.01, currently zoned VCR, to permit attached housing, a maximum of 3 units per acre (as opposed to 2.7 units per acre), and to permit a minimum lot size of 5,000 square feet if developed as detached housing, and to permit a front setback of 10 feet, a rear setback of 10 feet, and a size setback of 0 feet or 10 feet roof line to roof line. I. PUBLIC HEARINGS None J. OLD BUSINESS None K. NEW BUSINESS 1. Approval of County to be fiscal agent for Mentoring Program 2. Approval of the Inmate Medical proposal 4. Installment Sale Agreement dated April 1, 2004 with ACCG and Dawson County SPLOST IV Land Acquisition 5. Approval of the Cable Television Franchise Agreement 6. Approval of the Fire Station Architect preliminary design 7. Approval of BOC expenses for 2008 8. Reappointment of County Attorney, County Clerk, County Manager and Vice Chairman of the Dawson County Board of Commissioners 11. Approval to hold hearings regarding the Tax Commissioners Ordinance & Resolution ---PAGE BREAK--- L. ADJOURNMENT M. PUBLIC COMMENT ---PAGE BREAK--- Work Session Agenda- January 29, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION AGENDA THURSDAY, JANUARY 29, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 4:00PM K. NEW BUSINESS 1. Application for Permit for the Adventure Race – Jack Forester 2. Update of the Chamber of Commerce Convention & Visitors Bureau – Marty Williams 3. Approval of the Chamber of Commerce Hotel/Motel Taxes Contract – Linda Williams 4. Approval of the Legacy Link Addendum #1 Nutrition Program – Director Margie Weaver 5. Approval of the New Hope Road construction contract with JJE Constructors - Purchasing Agent Jill Rathe 6. Fueling Station at Burt Creek Complex – Purchasing Agent Jill Rathe & County Manager Tanner 7. IGA with Board of Education on the Fueling Station – County Manager Tanner & County Attorney Homans 8. Re-adoption of the Current Zoning Maps – Community Development Director Lynn Tully 9. Approval of the Courthouse Architect preliminary design – Rosser, Inc. & County Manager Tanner ---PAGE BREAK--- 10. County Manager Report 11. County Attorney Report ---PAGE BREAK--- Regular Meeting Agenda- February 5, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING AGENDA - THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 6:00PM A. ROLL CALL B. OPENING PRESENTATION – Stacey Leonhardt – Chestatee Regional Library C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE D. ANNOUNCEMENTS E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES None F. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA G. PUBLIC COMMENT (3 minute limit/person 15 minutes maximum) None Contributions more than $250 H. ZONING None I. PUBLIC HEARINGS None ---PAGE BREAK--- J. OLD BUSINESS None K. NEW BUSINESS 1. Application for Permit – Adventure Race 3. Approval of the Chamber of Commerce Hotel/Motel Taxes Contract 4. Approval of the Legacy Link Addendum #1 Nutrition Program 5. Approval of the New Hope Road construction contract with JJE Constructors 6. Fueling Station at Burt Creek Complex 7. IGA with Board of Education on the Fueling Station 8. Approval to hold hearings regarding the re-adoption of the Current Zoning Maps 10. Request for refund of zoning application fees – Mr. Russ Wallace L. ADJOURNMENT M. PUBLIC COMMENT ---PAGE BREAK--- Work Session Agenda- February 12, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION AGENDA THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 4:00PM K. NEW BUSINESS 1. Increase of Hotel/Motel Tax – Mr. Marty Williams/Chamber of Commerce 2. Approval of the Voter Registration lease agreement – County Manager Tanner 3. Noise Ordinance Update – County Manager Tanner 4. Approval to hold public hearings regarding The Dawson County Codification – County Attorney Homans 5. Approval of BOC 2008 Expenses – Chairman Berg 6. County Manager Report 7. County Attorney Report 8. Proposed changes to the residential districts of Dawson County Land Use Resolution – Community Development Director Tully ---PAGE BREAK--- Regular Meeting Agenda- March 5, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING AGENDA - THURSDAY, MARCH 5, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 6:00PM A. ROLL CALL B. OPENING PRESENTATION – Dawson County Arts Council – Marcia Chelf, Director of the Bowen Arts Center and Mary Bob Fox C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE D. ANNOUNCEMENTS E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of Regular Commission Meeting held on January 22, 2009, February 5, 2009 & February 19, 2009. F. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA G. PUBLIC COMMENT (3 minute limit/person 15 minutes maximum) None H. ZONING None I. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Approval of the Code of Dawson County, Georgia (1st of 2 hearings) ---PAGE BREAK--- J. OLD BUSINESS None K. NEW BUSINESS 1. Application for Permit: Kiwanis 5K Run 2. NACo Prescription Drug Program 3. Approval of Vendor and Contract for Calcium Chloride 4. Approval of Vendor and Contract for Ambulance Preventive Maintenance & Repair 5. Approval of the Vendor and Contract for Fire Apparatus Preventive Maintenance & Repair 6. Fire Prevention & Safety Grant Application 8. Request to purchase Backhoe for Public Works L. ADJOURNMENT M. PUBLIC COMMENT ---PAGE BREAK--- Work Session Agenda- March 12, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION AGENDA - THURSDAY, MARCH 12, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 4:00PM K. NEW BUSINESS 1. Proclamation recognizing National Assoc. of Social Workers 2. Approval of Vendor and Contract of the Hot Asphalt bid – Purchasing Director Jill Rathe 3. Discussion of the County Vehicle Policy – County Manager Tanner 4. Discussion of the proposed changes to the Planning Commission Ordinance - District 2 Commissioner Swafford 5. Board Appointments for the Tree Preservation Committee – Chairman Berg • Dave Hinderliter • Jim Smith • Carl Bailey 6. County Manager Report 7. County Attorney Report ---PAGE BREAK--- Regular Meeting Agenda - March 20, 2008 - REVISED DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REVISED REGULAR MEETING AGENDA THURSDAY, APRIL 3, 2008 Rock Creek Park Community Room - 6:00 p.m. 1. ROLL CALL 2. OPENING PRESENTATION – Judge Deal and Reggie Forrester, Court Administrator – Drug Courts 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 4. ANNOUNCEMENTS 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES • Minutes of Regular Commission Meeting held on March 20, 2008 Contributions more than $250 6. ZONING 7. PUBLIC HEARINGS • Business License Ordinance – 1st of 2 hearings – RESCHEDULED FOR WORK SESSION ON APRIL 10, 2008. NO PUBLIC HEARINGS WILL BE HELD ON APRIL 3, 2008. • Amended Variances: Procedures and Planning Commission Review and Recommendations – 1st of 2 hearings 8. OLD BUSINESS ---PAGE BREAK--- 9. NEW BUSINESS • The Lab Depot Fee Refund request – Don Westall/John Seelke • Approval of the Water Emergency Plan • Approval of outsourcing the 10,000 Acres presentation 10. PUBLIC COMMENT (5 minute limit) 11. ADJOURNMENT ---PAGE BREAK--- Work Session Agenda- March 26, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION AGENDA - THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 4:00PM K. NEW BUSINESS 1. DHR Unified Transportation Grant – Senior Center Director Weaver 2. Approval of additional Health Environment fees –Kent Garrison, Health Department 3. Medical Director for the Dawson County Detention Center – Sheriff Carlisle 4. County Manager Report 5. County Attorney Report ---PAGE BREAK--- Regular Meeting Agenda- April 2, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING AGENDA - THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 6:00PM A. ROLL CALL B. OPENING PRESENTATION – Keep Dawson County Beautiful – Cathy Brooks C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE D. ANNOUNCEMENTS E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of Regular Commission Meeting held on March 19, 2009 F. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA G. PUBLIC COMMENT (3 minute limit/person 15 minutes maximum) None H. ZONING None I. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Noise Control Ordinance (2nd of 2 hearings) 2. Approval of the Code of Dawson County, Georgia (2nd of 2 hearings) ---PAGE BREAK--- J. OLD BUSINESS None K. NEW BUSINESS 1. DHR Unified Transportation Grant 2. Approval of additional Health Environment fees 3. Medical Director for the Dawson County Detention Center L. ADJOURNMENT M. PUBLIC COMMENT ---PAGE BREAK--- Revised Work Session Agenda- April 9, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS **REVISED WORK SESSION AGENDA THURSDAY, APRIL 9, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 4:00PM K. NEW BUSINESS 1. Proclamation: Silver Star Banner Day – County Clerk Simpson 2. Proclamation: Dawson County Community Clean-Up Day – Government and Community Affairs Cathy Brooks** 3. Approval of the Vendor and Contract for the Backhoe – Purchasing Agent Jill Rathe 4. Approval for K9 Rescue Team Fundraiser – Deputy Chief Satterfield 5. Update of the New Fire Station – County Manager Tanner** 6. Discussion of Impact Fee Structure Review – County Manager Tanner 7. Discussion of Noise Control Ordinance – Chairman Berg 8. County Manager Report 9. County Attorney Report 10. Proclamation: National County Government Week “Greening Our Future” – Government & Community Affairs Cathy Brooks** 11. Permit for Assembly: Dawson County Rotary Club-30, 50 &100 mile Bike Ride – Tom French, Rotary President** **Revisions noted ---PAGE BREAK--- Work Session Agenda- April 23, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION AGENDA - THURSDAY, APRIL 23, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 4:00PM K. NEW BUSINESS 1. Renewal of Mutual Aide Agreement with Gilmer County – EMA Director Billy Thurmond 2. Humane Society Contract – County Manager Tanner 3. County Manager Report 4. County Attorney Report ---PAGE BREAK--- Special Called Meeting- April 23, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SPECIAL CALLED MEETING AGENDA THURSDAY, APRIL 23, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 2:00PM A. ROLL CALL B. Alcohol License Hearings: • Ingles Markets, Inc. – Ingles Markets #441 C. ADJOURNMENT ---PAGE BREAK--- Revised Regular Meeting Agenda- May 7, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REVISED REGULAR MEETING AGENDA THURSDAY, MAY 7, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 6:00PM A. ROLL CALL B. OPENING PRESENTATIONS 1. Food Donations for Low-Income Families – Family Connection Director Nancy Stites 2. Dawson Community Chorale C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE D. ANNOUNCEMENTS E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of Regular Commission Meeting held on March 26, 2009 (BOC & Library meeting) and April 2, 2009 F. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA G. PUBLIC COMMENT (3 minute limit/person 15 minutes maximum) None H. ZONING None ---PAGE BREAK--- I. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Approval of the changes to the Planning Commission Ordinance (2nd of 2 hearings) 2. Approval of Amending Environmental Health Fees (1st of 2 hearings) 3. Approval of the proposed Noise Ordinance (3rd of 3 hearings) 4. Approval of Amending the Impact Fee Ordinance (1st of 2 hearings) J. OLD BUSINESS None K. NEW BUSINESS 1. Renewal of Mutual Aide Agreement with Gilmer County 2. Humane Society Contract 3. PROCLAMATION: Emergency Medical Services Week: May17-23, 2009 4. Retail Beer & Wine License - Robert William Hyde - d/b/a Dawson General Store* L. ADJOURNMENT M. PUBLIC COMMENT ---PAGE BREAK--- Work Session Agenda- May 14, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION AGENDA - THURSDAY, MAY 14, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 4:00PM K. NEW BUSINESS 1. PROCLAMATION: Dawson County High School Graduating Class Lock-In – Mary Mullinaux & Alycia Volk 2. Approval of the Legacy Link Local Share Commitment Letter – Mrs. Margie Weaver, Senior Center Director 3. Approval of the Fundraiser for Station 6 – Deputy Chief Tim Satterfield 4. Approval of the Give Burns the Boot Fund Raiser – Deputy Chief Tim Satterfield 5. Treatment Court vendor and contract approval – Purchasing Director Jill Rathe 6. Modular Building vendor and contract approval – Purchasing Director Jill Rathe 7. Changes to the Storm Water Regulations & Ordinance – Public Works Director Dave Headley 8. FY2008Budget to Actual – Finance Director Lowayne Craig 9. FY2010-2012 Chairman’s Recommended Budget 10. County Manager Report 11. County Attorney Report ---PAGE BREAK--- Regular Meeting Agenda- May 21, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING AGENDA - THURSDAY, MAY 21, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 6:00PM A. ROLL CALL B. OPENING PRESENTATION – Vocational Rehab Program – Lynn Stewart C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE D. ANNOUNCEMENTS E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - None F. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA G. PUBLIC COMMENT (3 minute limit/person 15 minutes maximum) - None H. ZONING 1. VR 09-03 – Morris Mayo has submitted a request for a Home Occupation Variance (Land Use Resolution Sect. 1201.d) to operate a wood working business from home; TMP #L21 024 (portion of L19 051); located at 2482 War Hill Park Road. The applicant is appealing the decision of the Planning Commission to the Board of Commissioners. 2. VR 09-04 – James Swafford has submitted a request for an Intra-Family Transfer (Dawson County Subdivision Regulations, Sect. 1010), Land Lots 95, 96, and 110 of the 14th District, 1st Section, Dawson County, GA Map #080, Parcels 015, 015.001,016, 016.001, 016.002, and 039.001; located on Hwy. 136 West; 60.816 total acres. I. PUBLIC HEARINGS ---PAGE BREAK--- 1. Approval of Amending Environmental Health Fees (2nd of 2 hearings) 2. Approval of Amending the Impact Fee Ordinance (2nd of 2 hearings) J. OLD BUSINESS None K. NEW BUSINESS 1. PROCLAMATION: Dawson County High School Graduating Class Lock-In 2. Approval of the Legacy Link Local Share Commitment Letter 3. Approval of the Fundraiser for Stations #6 and #3 4. Approval of the Give Burns the Boot Fund Raiser June 4-6, 2009 5. Treatment Court vendor and contract approval 6. Modular Building vendor and contract - Approval to void the bid 7. Approval to hold public hearings on the Storm Water Regulations & Ordinance 8. Approval of the FY2008Budget to Actual 9. Approval to hold public hearings regarding the FY2010-2012 Chairman’s Recommended Budget 12. Approval to request a Huey UH-1 Series helicopter for Veterans Memorial Park – Pam Hamalainen, President of Dawson County Veterans Affairs 13. Discussion of Noise Mitigation regarding Etowah Valley Sporting Clays L. ADJOURNMENT M. PUBLIC COMMENT 1. Mrs. Shirley Horah - Topic: Goldmine Road 2. Ms. Sandy Tarleton – Topic: Noise Control Ordinance ---PAGE BREAK--- Work Session Agenda- May 28, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION AGENDA - THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 4:00PM K. NEW BUSINESS 1. PROCLAMATION Honoring Nicky Gilleland, Superintendent of Dawson County School System 2. Approval for Special Events Permit: Vincent Lindley 3. Approval to hear the fast track request for VR09-06 – Mr. Cliff Shaw, III 4. Approval of the Senior Center Elevator Fundraising Proposal – Senior Center Director Margie Weaver and Coordinator Rachelle Thurmond 5. Approval of the Kiosk Contract – Community Development Director Lynn Tully 6. Amendments to the Residential District– Community Development Director Lynn Tully 7. Discussion of the New Courthouse Design – County Manager Tanner 8. County Manager Report 9. County Attorney Report ---PAGE BREAK--- Regular Meeting Agenda- June 4, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING AGENDA THURSDAY, JUNE 4, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 6:00PM A. ROLL CALL B. OPENING PRESENTATION – Tracy Walker – Dawson County Library C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE D. ANNOUNCEMENTS E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of Regular Commission Meeting held on April 16, 2009 F. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA G. PUBLIC COMMENT (3 minute limit/person 15 minutes maximum) None H. ZONING None I. PUBLIC HEARINGS None ---PAGE BREAK--- J. OLD BUSINESS None K. NEW BUSINESS 1. PROCLAMATION Honoring Nicky Gilleland, Superintendent of Dawson County School System 2. Approval to hold a Special Called meeting on June 11, 2009 for a Special Events Permit 3. Approval to hear the fast track request for VR09-06 4. Approval of the Senior Center Elevator Fundraising Proposal 5. Approval of the Kiosk Contract 6. Amendments to the Residential District 7. Approval of the New Courthouse Design L. ADJOURNMENT M. PUBLIC COMMENT ---PAGE BREAK--- Work Session Agenda- June 11, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION AGENDA - THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 4:00PM K. NEW BUSINESS 1. Request for Letter of Support to apply for DCA Homeless Prevention Grant - Alice Williamson, Ninth District Opportunity 2. Update on Daycare Center – County Manager Tanner 3. Presentation of Capital and Other Special Purpose Funds to the Commission – Chairman Berg 4. County Manager Report 5. County Attorney Report ---PAGE BREAK--- Regular Meeting Agenda- June 18, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING AGENDA - THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 6:00PM A. ROLL CALL B. OPENING PRESENTATION – Cathy Brooks, Lisa Henson, Buffie Henson - Dawson Day Extravaganza C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE D. ANNOUNCEMENTS E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of Regular Commission Meeting held on May 7, 2009 F. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA G. PUBLIC COMMENT (3 minute limit/person 15 minutes maximum) None H. ZONING ZA 09-02 – Thomas Severance has made a request from the Dawson County Land Use Resolution, Section 307.A.4., for a permissive use of a dog kennel; TMP #115 034; located at 237 Blue Ridge Overlook; 5 acre tract zoned R-A (Agricultural Residential District). I. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Approval of the Changes to the Storm Water Ordinance (1st of 2 hearings) ---PAGE BREAK--- 2. Budget FY2010 Hearings (1st of 3 hearings) 3. Request for Special Permit – Lindley (1st of 1 hearings) J. OLD BUSINESS None K. NEW BUSINESS 1. Request for Letter of Support to apply for DCA Homeless Prevention Grant 2. Decision regarding Daycare Center Lease L. ADJOURNMENT M. PUBLIC COMMENT ---PAGE BREAK--- Work Session Agenda- June 25, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION AGENDA - THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 4:00PM K. NEW BUSINESS 1. Approval of Bid for Couch Rd. Culvert- Purchasing Director Jill Rathe 2. Presentation of Proposed Park & Rec. Ordinances- Deputy Marshal Robbie Irvin and Parks & Rec. Director Lisa Henson 3. Approval of Inmate Medical Care Physician Contract- Sheriff Billy Carlisle and Dr. Larry Anderson 4. Presentation of Proposed Alcohol Ordinances- Deputy Marshal Robbie Irvin and Administrative Assistant Lauren Christian 5. Approval of Contract for Inmate Electronic Monitoring System Contract- Sheriff Billy Carlisle and Purchasing Director Jill Rathe 6. Request to Submit Fire Station Grant- Emergency Services Director Billy Thurmond 7. Approval of Cooperative Fire Protection Agreement- Emergency Services Director Billy Thurmond 8. County Manager Report 9. County Attorney Report ---PAGE BREAK--- Regular Meeting Agenda- July 2, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING AGENDA - THURSDAY, JULY 2, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 6:00PM A. ROLL CALL B. OPENING PRESENTATION – First Steps Program – Ms. McKenzie Weaver C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE D. ANNOUNCEMENTS E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES None F. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA G. PUBLIC COMMENT (3 minute limit/person 15 minutes maximum) None H. ZONING None I. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Approval of the Storm Water Ordinance (2nd of 2 hearings) 2. Budget FY2010 Hearings (2nd of 3 hearings) ---PAGE BREAK--- J. OLD BUSINESS None K. NEW BUSINESS 1. Approval of Bid for Couch Rd. Culvert 2. Presentation of Proposed Park & Rec. Ordinances 3. Approval of Inmate Medical Care Physician Contract 5. Approval of Contract for Inmate Electronic Monitoring System Contract 6. Request to Submit Fire Station Grant 7. Approval of Cooperative Fire Protection Agreement 10. Ratification of the Intergovernmental Agreement with Hall & Lumpkin Counties regarding the Lake Lanier Coalition L. ADJOURNMENT M. PUBLIC COMMENT ---PAGE BREAK--- Work Session Agenda-July 9, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION AGENDA - THURSDAY, JULY 9, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 4:00PM K. NEW BUSINESS 1. Approval of an additional Magistrate Court position – Magistrate Court Judge Lisa Thurmond 2. Tax Assessor Board presentation regarding FY2010 Budget – Chairman John Stegall 3. Roma litigation update – County Attorney Joey Homans 4. Library Board appointment – Chairman Mike Berg 5. County Manager Report 6. County Attorney Report ---PAGE BREAK--- Regular Meeting Agenda- July 16, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING AGENDA - THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 6:00PM A. ROLL CALL B. OPENING PRESENTATION – Dawson County Junior Fire Academy – Asst. Chief Robbie Hughey and Government & Community Affairs Rep Cathy Brooks SPECIAL PRESENTATION – County Manager Tanner C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE D. ANNOUNCEMENTS E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of Regular Commission Meeting held on May 21, 2009 F. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA G. PUBLIC COMMENT (3 minute limit/person 15 minutes maximum) None H. ZONINGS None I. PUBLIC HEARINGS ---PAGE BREAK--- 1. Budget FY2010 (3rd of 3 hearings) 2. Millage Rate Adoption (1st of 1 hearing) 3. Proposed Changes to the Residential Districts (1st of 2 hearings) J. OLD BUSINESS None K. NEW BUSINESS 1. Approval of an additional Magistrate Court position 2. Discussion of the Roma litigation 3. Library Board Appointments 7. Wholesale Beer & Wine License – Mr. Michael Paz d/b/a Mediterranean Wine Merchants, Inc. L. ADJOURNMENT M. PUBLIC COMMENT ---PAGE BREAK--- Work Session Agenda- July 23, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION AGENDA - THURSDAY, JULY 23, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 4:00PM K. NEW BUSINESS 1. PROCLAMATION: Firefighter Month – Ms. Bonnie Beck, MDA 2. PROCLAMATION: Raymond Parks Day – Dawson News & Advertiser 3. Auditor’s Presentation for the Comprehensive Financial (CAFR) of 2008 – Mr. Duane Schlereth, CPA Bates, Carter & Co. 4. Approval to hold a Public Hearings regarding the Special Event License Request – Peachtree Rides – Community Development Director Lynn Tully 5. Approval of the Automatic Aid Agreement between Dawson & Pickens for Fire Stations #5 & #8 – Emergency Services Director Billy Thurmond 6. Presentation of the All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Ordinance – Dawson County Marshal’s Office Sgt. Robbie Irvin 7. Approval of Vendor and Contracts for Janitorial Supply Bid - Purchasing Director Jill Rathe 8. Fire Station #2 Bids - Purchasing Director Jill Rathe & County Manager Tanner 9. Approval of the Woodland Circle Paving Request – County Manager Tanner ---PAGE BREAK--- 10. Local Small Business Initiative - County Manager Tanner 11. Approval to bid the Courthouse Contractor through the RFQ process – County Manager Tanner 12. County Manager Report 13. County Attorney Report ---PAGE BREAK--- Regular Meeting Agenda- August 6, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING AGENDA - THURSDAY, AUGUST 6, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 6:00PM A. ROLL CALL B. OPENING PRESENTATION – Family Connection Director Nancy Stites – Backpack Program C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE D. ANNOUNCEMENTS E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of Regular Commission Meeting held on May 21, 2009, June 4, 2009 & June 18, 2009 F. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA G. PUBLIC COMMENT (3 minute limit/person 15 minutes maximum) None H. ZONING None I. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Proposed Changes to the Residential Districts (2nd of 2 hearings) 2. Proposed Changes to the Park & Recreation Ordinance (1st of 2 hearings) 3. Proposed Changes to the Sign Ordinances (1st of 2 hearings) ---PAGE BREAK--- 4. Proposed Changes to the GA 400 Corridor Overlay District (1st of 2 hearings) J. OLD BUSINESS None K. NEW BUSINESS 1. PROCLAMATION: Raymond Parks Day 2. Auditor’s Presentation for the Comprehensive Financial (CAFR) of 2008 3. Approval to hold a Public Hearings regarding the Special Event License Request 4. Approval of the Automatic Aid Agreement between Dawson & Pickens for Fire Stations #5 & #8 6. Approval of Vendor and Contracts for Janitorial Supply Bid 7. Fire Station #2 Bids 9. Local Small Business Initiative 10. Approval to bid the Courthouse Contractor through the RFQ process 11. Request to reject all Vehicle Bids 12. RESOLUTION: Revised Budget to Actual 2008 L. ADJOURNMENT M. PUBLIC COMMENT ---PAGE BREAK--- Revised Work Session Agenda- August 13, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REVISED WORK SESSION AGENDA THURSDAY, AUGUST 13, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 4:00PM K. NEW BUSINESS 1. RESOLUTION: Furlough for Dawson County Government – County Manager Tanner 2. Medical Insurance Renewal – HR Director Jay Sessions & Matt Bidwell 3. Approval of 2009 Audit Contract Extension with Bates, Carter & Co – CFO Lowayne Craig & County Manager Tanner 4. 2009 Byrne Jag Stimulus Grant – Grants Administrator Kaye Molden 5. Emergency Medical Supplies bid – Purchasing Director Jill Rathe 6. Approval to Reject the War Hill Bath House bids – County Manager Tanner 7. Approval of Station #2 Fundraiser – Deputy Chief Tim Satterfield 8. Approval to hold MDA Boot Drive - Deputy Chief Tim Satterfield 9. Re-discussion of ATV Ordinance – Sgt. Robbie Irvin 10. Policy Stance on Habitat Conservation Plan – Public Works Director David Headley** 11. IGA with City of Dawsonville regarding Fueling Station – County Manager Tanner 12. Authorization to purchase West 2nd Street – County Manager Tanner 13. County Manager Report 14. County Attorney Report **Revisions: Additions: 9. Policy Stance on HCP has been added to the agenda Deletions: 9. CIE Update has been scheduled for Thursday, August 27, 2009 ---PAGE BREAK--- Regular Meeting Agenda- August 20, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING AGENDA - THURSDAY, AUGUST 20, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 6:00PM A. ROLL CALL B. OPENING PRESENTATION – Dr. Mark Weaver, Good Sheppard Clinic at Grace Presbyterian New Church Development C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE D. ANNOUNCEMENTS E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of Regular Commission Meeting held on July 2, 2009 & July 16, 2009 F. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA G. PUBLIC COMMENT (3 minute limit/person 15 minutes maximum) None H. ZONING None I. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Proposed Changes to the Park & Recreation Ordinance (2nd of 2 hearings) 2. Proposed Changes to the Sign Ordinances (2nd of 2 hearings) ---PAGE BREAK--- 3. Proposed Changes to the GA 400 Corridor Overlay District (2nd of 2 hearings) 4. Proposed Moratorium on Sign Permits (1st of 1 hearing) J. OLD BUSINESS None K. NEW BUSINESS 1. RESOLUTION: Furlough for Dawson County Government 2. Medical Insurance Renewal 3. Approval of 2009 Audit Contract Extension with Bates, Carter & Co 4. 2009 Byrne Jag Stimulus Grant 5. Emergency Medical Supplies bid 6. Approval to Reject the War Hill Bath House bids 7. Approval of Station #2 Fundraiser 8. Approval to hold MDA Boot Drive 9. Re-discussion of ATV Ordinance 10. Policy Stance on Habitat Conservation Plan 11. IGA with City of Dawsonville regarding Fueling Station 12. Authorization to purchase West 2nd Street 15. PROCLAMATION: August is Fire Fighter Month 16. HVAC Contract termination 17. Beer, Wine & Distilled Spirits License request: LP’s Kani, Inc. d/b/a Kani House L. ADJOURNMENT M. PUBLIC COMMENT ---PAGE BREAK--- Work Session Agenda- August 27, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION AGENDA - THURSDAY, AUGUST 27, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 4:00PM K. NEW BUSINESS 1. Special Presentation of GEMA Master Certificate – County Manager Tanner 2. Senior Center Quilt Raffle and Southern Supper – Director Margie Weaver 3. Senior Center Yard Sale – Director Margie Weaver 4. Board of Education ELOST Election - County Manager Tanner 5. Re-discussion of Alcohol Ordinances and Fees – Sgt. Robbie Irvin 6. CIE Update – Planning Director David McKee and Ross & Assoc. Bill Ross, ty 7. County Manager Report 8. County Attorney Report ---PAGE BREAK--- Regular Meeting Agenda- September 3, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING AGENDA THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 6:00PM A. ROLL CALL B. OPENING PRESENTATION – Karen – Cancer Support Group C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE D. ANNOUNCEMENTS E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of Regular Commission Meeting held on August 8, 2009 & August 16, 2009 F. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA G. PUBLIC COMMENT (3 minute limit/person 15 minutes maximum) None H. ZONING None I. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Proposed Changes to the Residential Districts (3rd of 3 hearings) ---PAGE BREAK--- J. OLD BUSINESS None K. NEW BUSINESS 2. Senior Center Quilt Raffle and Southern Supper 3. Senior Center Yard Sale 4. Board of Education ELOST Election 5. Approval to hold public hearings regarding the Proposed Changes to the Alcohol Ordinance 6. Approval to hold public hearings regarding the CIE Update 7. Beer & Wine License: Dawson Pizza LLC – d/b/a Johnny’s New York Style Pizza L. ADJOURNMENT M. PUBLIC COMMENT ---PAGE BREAK--- Work Session Agenda Revised- September 10, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION AGENDA - REVISED THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 4:00PM K. NEW BUSINESS 1. PROCLAMATION: Clean Water Month – Doris Cook, EWSA 2. Hazard Mitigation Plan Grant – EMA Director Billy Thurmond 3. Historical Building Association Donation to the Senior Center – County Manager Tanner 4. Request for refund of Zoning Application fees - Mr. Sanfillipo 5. Acceptance of donation to purchase asphalt paving machine – Public Works Director Headley 6. Discussion of the proposed Changes to the Business License Ordinance – Planning Director McKee & Sgt. Robbie Irvin 7. RESOLUTION: Authorize Investments – CFO Lowayne Craig 8. Agreement with Chestatee Regional Hospital – Dr. Larry Anderson & County Manager Tanner 9. Ratification of list of Courthouse Bidders – County Manager Tanner 10. Discussion of Day Care Lease Agreement – Chairman Berg 11. County Manager Report 12. County Attorney Report Revision: the discussion of the proposed changes to the Business License Ordinance was removed from the agenda. ---PAGE BREAK--- Work Session Agenda- Septmeber 10, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION AGENDA THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 4:00PM K. NEW BUSINESS 1. PROCLAMATION: Clean Water Month – Doris Cook, EWSA 2. Hazard Mitigation Plan Grant – EMA Director Billy Thurmond 3. Historical Building Association Donation to the Senior Center – County Manager Tanner 4. Request for refund of Zoning Application fees - Mr. Sanfillipo 5. Acceptance of donation to purchase asphalt paving machine – Public Works Director Headley 6. Discussion of the proposed Changes to the Business License Ordinance – Planning Director McKee & Sgt. Robbie Irvin 7. RESOLUTION: Authorize Investments – CFO Lowayne Craig 8. Agreement with Chestatee Regional Hospital – Dr. Larry Anderson & County Manager Tanner 9. Ratification of list of Courthouse Bidders – County Manager Tanner 10. Discussion of Day Care Lease Agreement – Chairman Berg 11. County Manager Report 12. County Attorney Report ---PAGE BREAK--- Work Session Agenda Revised- September 10, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION AGENDA - REVISED THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 4:00PM K. NEW BUSINESS 1. PROCLAMATION: Clean Water Month – Doris Cook, EWSA 2. Hazard Mitigation Plan Grant – EMA Director Billy Thurmond 3. Historical Building Association Donation to the Senior Center – County Manager Tanner 4. Request for refund of Zoning Application fees - Mr. Sanfillipo 5. Acceptance of donation to purchase asphalt paving machine – Public Works Director Headley 6. Discussion of the proposed Changes to the Business License Ordinance – Planning Director McKee & Sgt. Robbie Irvin 7. RESOLUTION: Authorize Investments – CFO Lowayne Craig 8. Agreement with Chestatee Regional Hospital – Dr. Larry Anderson & County Manager Tanner 9. Ratification of list of Courthouse Bidders – County Manager Tanner 10. Discussion of Day Care Lease Agreement – Chairman Berg 11. County Manager Report 12. County Attorney Report Revision: the discussion of the proposed changes to the Business License Ordinance was removed from the agenda. ---PAGE BREAK--- Regular Meeting Agenda- September17, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING AGENDA THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 6:00PM A. ROLL CALL B. OPENING PRESENTATION – No One Alone Program Update C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE D. ANNOUNCEMENTS E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of Regular Commission Meeting held on September 3, 2009 F. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA G. PUBLIC COMMENT (3 minute limit/person 15 minutes maximum) None H. ZONING None I. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. CIE Update (1st of 1 hearing) 2. CIE Transmittal (1st of 1 hearing) ---PAGE BREAK--- 3. All Terrain Vehicle Ordinance (1st of 2 hearings) J. OLD BUSINESS None K. NEW BUSINESS 1. PROCLAMATION: Clean Water Month 2. Hazard Mitigation Plan Grant 3. Historical Building Association Donation to the Senior Center 4. Acceptance of donated asphalt paving machine 5. RESOLUTION: Authorize Investments 6. Agreement with Chestatee Regional Hospital 7. Ratification of list of Courthouse Bidders 8. Recovery Zone Bond Allocations 9. Discussion of Day Care Lease Agreement 10. Retail Beer License – Brillo’s Pizza-n-Wings L. ADJOURNMENT M. PUBLIC COMMENT ---PAGE BREAK--- Work Session Agenda- September 24, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION AGENDA THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 4:00PM J. NEW BUSINESS 1. Mid-year Budget Revision – County Manager Tanner 2. Cooperative Fuel Agreement – Purchasing Director Jill Rathe 3. Multiuse Trail at Veterans Memorial Park – Park & Rec Director Lisa Henson 4. Re-discussion of Alcohol Ordinances – Sgt. Robbie Irvin & County Manager Tanner 5. Kare for Kids Parking (Moonshine Festival) & Use of Dollar General – County Manager Tanner 6. Sawnee EMC Donation – Deputy Chief Tim Satterfield 7. Approval of 2010 Holidays – Human Resources Director Jay Sessions 8. Development Authority Q2 Report –Executive Director Charlie Auvermann 9. County Manager Report 10. County Attorney Report ---PAGE BREAK--- Regular Meeting Agenda- October 1, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING AGENDA - THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 6:00PM A. ROLL CALL B. OPENING PRESENTATION – Doris Cook, Dawson County Meth Taskforce C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE D. ANNOUNCEMENTS E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of Regular Commission Meeting held on September 3, 2009 & September 17, 2009 F. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA G. PUBLIC COMMENT (3 minute limit/person 15 minutes maximum) None H. ALCOHOL LICENSE HEARINGS None I. ZONING None J. PUBLIC HEARINGS ---PAGE BREAK--- 1. Approval of the All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Ordinance (2nd of 2 hearings) K. OLD BUSINESS None L. NEW BUSINESS 2. Approval of the Cooperative Fuel Agreement 3. Approval of the Multiuse Trail at Veterans Memorial Park 4. Approval to hold Public Hearings regarding the proposed changes to the Alcohol Ordinances 5. Approval of the Kare for Kids Parking (Moonshine Festival) & Use of Dollar General 6. Approval of the Sawnee EMC Donation 7. Approval of 2010 Holidays 8. RESOLUTION: Approval of Intergovernmental Contract with Development Authority of Dawson regarding Recovery Zone and Allocation of Volume Cap 9. Intergovernmental Contract with Development Authority of Dawson County regarding Recovery Zone and Allocation of Volume Cap M. ADJOURNMENT N. PUBLIC COMMENT ---PAGE BREAK--- Work Session Agenda- October 8, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION AGENDA - THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 4:00PM K. NEW BUSINESS 1. PROCLAMATION: Red Ribbon Week: Doris Cook, Dawson County Meth Taskforce 2. PROCLAMATION: Census 2010: David Headley, Public Works Director 3. CJCC – Juvenile Court Services Grant – Kay Molden, Grants Administrator 4. Proposed changes to the Business License Ordinance – Sgt. Robbie Irvin and David McKee, Planning & Zoning Director 5. Update on Courthouse Funding – County Manager Tanner 6. County Manager Report 7. County Attorney Report ---PAGE BREAK--- Work Session Agenda Revised- October 8, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REVISED WORK SESSION AGENDA THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 4:00PM K. NEW BUSINESS 1. PROCLAMATION: Red Ribbon Week: Doris Cook, Dawson County Meth Taskforce 2. PROCLAMATION: Census 2010: David Headley, Public Works Director 3. CJCC – Juvenile Court Services Grant – Kay Molden, Grants Administrator 4. Proposed changes to the Business License Ordinance – Sgt. Robbie Irvin and David McKee, Planning & Zoning Director 5. Update on Courthouse Funding – County Manager Tanner 6. County Manager Report 7. County Attorney Report 8. FY2010 VAWA Grant Application Request – Maj. John Cagle, DCSO Revised agenda published to add the FY2010 VAWA Grant Application request. ---PAGE BREAK--- Regular Meeting Agenda- October 15, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING AGENDA - THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 6:00PM A. ROLL CALL B. OPENING PRESENTATION – Ian Cowie, 4H Program Update C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE D. ANNOUNCEMENTS Deputy Chief Tim Satterfield - Countywide Fire Drill on Friday, October 23, 2009 @ 10pm E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of Regular Commission Meeting held on October 1, 2009 F. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA G. PUBLIC COMMENT (3 minute limit/person 15 minutes maximum) None H. ALCOHOL LICENSE HEARINGS None I. ZONING None ---PAGE BREAK--- J. PUBLIC HEARINGS None K. OLD BUSINESS None L. NEW BUSINESS 1. PROCLAMATION: Red Ribbon Week 2. PROCLAMATION: Census 2010 3. CJCC – Juvenile Court Services Grant 8. Approval to hold Public Hearings regarding the proposed changes to the Business License Ordinance 9. FY2010 VAWA Grant Application Request M. EXECUTIVE SESSION N. ADJOURNMENT O. PUBLIC COMMENT ---PAGE BREAK--- Work Session Agenda- October 22, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION AGENDA THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 4:00PM L. NEW BUSINESS 1. Approval of Application and Modification of Social Security 218 Agreement – Cindy Campbell, Asst. Director of Finance 2. PROCLAMATION: November as Family Month – Church of the Ladder Day Saints 3. Request to refund zoning application fees – Mr. Sanfillipo, Applicant 4. Right-of-Way Easement and Electrical Services Agreement with Sawnee EMC for Fire Station #2 – County Manager Tanner 5. Approval of the IGA with EWSA and Dawson County re: Fueling Station - County Manager Tanner 6. Update on Residential Districts – Planning & Zoning Director David McKee 7. Discussion of Animal License fees - County Manager Tanner 8. Commissioner’s Expense Policy - County Manager Tanner 9. Discussion and Update of Courthouse project 10. County Manager Report 11. County Attorney Report ---PAGE BREAK--- Regular Meeting Agenda- November 5, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING AGENDA - THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 6:00PM A. ROLL CALL B. OPENING PRESENTATION – Wayne Watkins - Vietnam Veterans of America #970 C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE D. ANNOUNCEMENTS E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of Regular Commission Meeting held on October 15, 2009 F. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA G. PUBLIC COMMENT (3 minute limit/person 15 minutes maximum) None H. ALCOHOL LICENSE HEARINGS None I. ZONING None J. PUBLIC HEARINGS ---PAGE BREAK--- 1. Proposed changes to the Consolidated Alcohol Ordinance (1st of 2 hearings) 2. Proposed changes to the Business License Ordinance (1st of 2 hearings) K. OLD BUSINESS None L. NEW BUSINESS 1. Approval of Application and Modification of Social Security 218 Agreement 2. PROCLAMATION: November as Family Month 3. Request to refund zoning application fees – Mr. Sanflippo 4. Right-of-Way Easement and Electrical Services Agreement with Sawnee EMC for Fire Station #2 5. Approval of the IGA with EWSA and Dawson County re: Fueling Station 6. Discussion of Residential Districts update 7. Discussion of Animal License fees 8. Commissioner’s Expense Policy 9. Board discussion of Courthouse project 12. EWSA Loan renewal 13. Approval of a GDOT Transit Grant funded by Federal Stimulus dollars M. ADJOURNMENT N. PUBLIC COMMENT ---PAGE BREAK--- Work Session Agenda- November 12, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION AGENDA THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 4:00PM L. NEW BUSINESS 1. United Way Campaign – HR Director Jay Sessions 2. Standby Consultation Services – Purchasing Director Jill Rathe 3. CSI Financial System Support and Maintenance Agreement 2010 – Finance Director Lowayne Craig 4. Solar Panel Grant Application for Dawson County Law Enforcement Center – County Manager Tanner 5. Dawson County Speed Zone Ordinance – County Manager Tanner 6. Home Occupation Ordinance – Planning Director David McKee 7. Site Plan Requirements – Planning Director David McKee 8. County Manager Report 9. County Attorney Report ---PAGE BREAK--- Revised Regular Meeting Agenda- November 19, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REVISED REGULAR MEETING AGENDA THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 6:00PM A. ROLL CALL B. OPENING PRESENTATION – Billie Izard & Sandy Lipkowitz – READ Dawson & Georgia’s Certified Literate Community Program update C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE D. ANNOUNCEMENTS E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of Regular Commission Meeting held on November 5, 2009 F. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA G. PUBLIC COMMENT (3 minute limit/person 15 minutes maximum) None H. ALCOHOL LICENSE HEARINGS None I. ZONING ---PAGE BREAK--- ZA 09-04 – Jennifer A. Blackburn, authorized agent for Cellco Partnership, d/b/a Verizon Wireless, had submitted a request for a Conditional Use Permit pursuant to the requirements of Sect. 407 of the Dawson County Land Use Resolution to allow for the construction and operation of a 195-foot monopole to be located on Harley Fausett Road; TMP 020 003; property owner Danny Fausett.** J. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Proposed changes to the Consolidated Alcohol Ordinance (2nd of 2 hearings) 2. Proposed changes to the Business License Ordinance (2nd of 2 hearings) K. OLD BUSINESS None L. NEW BUSINESS 2. Approval of Standby Consultation Services: a. Standby Planning b. Standby Civil Engineering c. Standby Geo Tech d. Standby Architecture e. Standby Surveying f. Standby Traffic Engineering 3. CSI Financial System Support and Maintenance Agreement 4. Solar Panel Grant Application for Dawson County Law Enforcement Center 5. Approval of the Dawson County Speed Zone Ordinance 6. Approval to hold public hearings and advertise the proposed Home Occupation Ordinance 7. Approval to hold public hearings and advertise the proposed Site Plan Requirements 10. Board Appointment: Park & Recreation Board of Mr. Tony Keller M. ADJOURNMENT N. PUBLIC COMMENT ---PAGE BREAK--- **The wrong zoning application was previously published. The Board is scheduled to hear ZA 09-04. This request has been correctly advertised and published in order to be heard this week. ---PAGE BREAK--- Work Session Agenda- November 23, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION AGENDA MONDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 4:00PM L. NEW BUSINESS 1. Approval of Concession Bids – Purchasing Director Jill Rathe 2. BOC 2010 Meeting Dates – County Clerk Simpson 3. Courthouse Presentation and Approval of Contract – County Manager Tanner 4. County Manager Report 5. County Attorney Report ---PAGE BREAK--- Regular Meeting Agenda- December 3, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING AGENDA - THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 6:00PM A. ROLL CALL B. OPENING PRESENTATION – Calvin Byrd – Kare for Kids Holiday Program C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE D. ANNOUNCEMENTS E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of Regular Commission Meeting held on November 19, 2009 F. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA G. PUBLIC COMMENT (3 minute limit/person 15 minutes maximum) None H. ALCOHOL LICENSE HEARINGS None I. ZONING None J. PUBLIC HEARINGS ---PAGE BREAK--- None K. OLD BUSINESS None L. NEW BUSINESS 1. Approval of Concession Bids 2. Approval of BOC 2010 Meeting Dates 3. Ratification of Courthouse Bid and Approval of Contract 6. Georgia Power Easement Agreement for Courthouse M. ADJOURNMENT N. PUBLIC COMMENT ---PAGE BREAK--- Work Session Agenda - December 13, 2007 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION AGENDA THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2007 Rock Creek Park Community Room – 4:00 p.m. 1. Bond Resolution – Joey Homans 2. State of Georgia Public Defender Contract – Lowayne Craig 3. Jail Project Budget – Lowayne Craig 4. Health Board - BOC 5. DOT Transit Grant – Barbara Baptista una Freund/Daniel Goode 6. Adult Drug Court Grant – Bob King/Daniel Goode 7. County Manager Report 8. County Attorney Report ---PAGE BREAK--- Regular Meeting Agenda- December 17, 2009 DAWSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING AGENDA THURSDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2009 THE G.L. PETE GILLELAND CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL 6:00PM A. ROLL CALL B. OPENING PRESENTATION – DCHS Chamber Choir – Mr. Spencer Wright C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE D. ANNOUNCEMENTS E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of Regular Commission Meeting held on November 19, 2009 & December 3, 2009 F. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA G. PUBLIC COMMENT (3 minute limit/person 15 minutes maximum) Mr. George David – Discussion of Humane Society contract H. ALCOHOL LICENSE HEARINGS None I. ZONING None ---PAGE BREAK--- J. PUBLIC HEARINGS None K. OLD BUSINESS None L. NEW BUSINESS 1. Permit for Assembly: Blue Ridge Relay 2. Request for Fiscal Agent by Family Connection 3. Approval of Family Connection Grant 4. Approval of 2010 Public Defender Contract 5. Approval of War Hill Bath House Bid 6. Approval of Surplus Items from Dawson County Daycare Center 7. Adoption of CIE Update 9. Discussion of Humane Society Contract 10. Board Appointments: a. EMS Advisory Council – Billy Thurmond & Lanier Swafford b. Health Board – Beth Greenberg c. Tax Assessors Board – John Stegall & Steve Helvick M. ADJOURNMENT N. PUBLIC COMMENT