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Board approves poll-worker pay, personnel hires and leadership training for staff
Summary
Houston County commissioners approved poll-worker payments, filled vacant positions in the district attorney's and public defender's offices, and authorized phase 1 of a leadership-development program for department heads.
The Houston County Board of Commissioners approved several personnel and training items at its meeting, including payment for poll workers, hiring to fill vacant positions, and a leadership-development contract.
Commissioner Robinson moved to approve hiring and payment for poll workers for the upcoming June election totaling $14,262.50; the motion carried unanimously. The transcript records the Board of Elections' request for the funds and authorization for the county to make necessary budget adjustments.
In personnel actions, Commissioner Robinson moved to hire Brandy Holland as an assistant district attorney at grade 30, step C, effective April 23, 2025; Commissioner Byrd seconded and the motion passed unanimously. Commissioner Byrd moved to hire Jana Dingmore as a legal secretary in the public defender's office at grade 13, step B, effective April 23, 2025; Commissioner Robinson seconded and that motion also passed unanimously.
The board also approved beginning phase 1 of a leadership-development program for department heads with Access Leadership LLC. Commissioner Gottwald moved to approve Phase 1, covering course materials for 25 participants at a cost of $34,625, to be paid from the general fund balance previously designated for leadership and development; Commissioner Touton seconded and the motion carried by unanimous vote.
Each item passed by raised-hand vote; the meeting transcript lists job titles, grade/step levels and the effective date for hires, and it specifies the training vendor and cost.
