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Votes at a glance: Dawson County accepts opioid grant, awards road resurfacing contract and approves several administrative items
Summary
The Dawson County Board of Commissioners at its Aug. 21 voting session approved multiple grants, a staffing change, a road resurfacing contract, a state lease for public‑safety radio facilities and board appointments; the board tabled adoption of an amended development fee schedule pending further analysis.
The Dawson County Board of Commissioners at its Aug. 21 meeting approved a package of administrative and contracting actions and tabled a separate public‑hearing item on an amended development fee schedule.
Key votes
• Georgia Opioid Crisis Abatement Trust grant: The board approved acceptance of an $88,704 no‑match grant for treatment services. Motion and second were recorded; the vote was approved (4‑0).
• Part‑time deputy clerk to full‑time: The board approved converting a part‑time deputy clerk position to a full‑time position, with no funding required for the current year and an estimated additional $2,200 to be included in the 2026 budget. Motion by Commissioner Bruce, second by Commissioner Stowers; approved 4‑0.
• IFB 482‑25 Lumpkin Campground Road resurfacing: The board awarded a contract to Blount Construction. The recommended total (including a 10% contingency) was presented in the meeting. Motion by Commissioner Bauer, second by Commissioner Bruce; approved 4‑0. (Contract…
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