The commission added a resolution concerning the vacancy created by the recent death of Commissioner Daryl Samet. County staff member Drew explained: "Under Alabama law, when an officer dies in office, there is created a vacancy in the office," and that vacancy may be filled by gubernatorial appointment or by election. Drew said the resolution would authorize the chairman to take certain day-to-day actions for District 1 personnel actions, purchase order authorizations and other routine district business that Alabama law permits while the vacancy is handled.

Chair emphasized transparency in taking the step and said, "I will not have a vote," when explaining the scope of actions the chairman would take. The resolution was added to the meeting packet for a future vote; no formal vote on the resolution was recorded at the work session.

Why it matters: The measure is administrative but affects who can sign orders, approve purchases and handle personnel matters for District 1 until the vacancy is filled.

Next steps: The resolution will appear on the commission's agenda for formal consideration. If adopted, staff will document the specific authorities delegated to the chairman and any time limits dictated by state law.