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Lake Park council appoints planning commission rep, accepts audit and FEMA funds; approves TAC computer and contingent hire
Summary
The council appointed Shawana Griffith to the Valdosta‑Lowndes Planning Commission, accepted the annual audit and a FEMA check for $111,392.50, approved a TAC computer purchase from SPLOST VIII not to exceed $2,500, and authorized a contingent part‑time hire pending an assistant clerk's decision to go full‑time.
At its Aug. 6 meeting, the Lake Park City Council handled several administrative and financial items. City Clerk Lisa Johnson presented administrative reports including a Municode quote (no action taken) and noted volunteers for vacancies on the Board of Zoning and Appeals and the Valdosta‑Lowndes Planning Commission. Council Member Carl Spano moved to appoint Shawana Griffith as Lake Park's representative to the Valdosta‑Lowndes Planning Commission; Council Member Busby Courson seconded and the motion passed (minutes record the vote as 3‑0).
Auditor Kirk Arich of Mauldin and Jenkins presented the annual audit. City Clerk Johnson told the council that the city had received a FEMA check for $111,392.50 that would be reflected on August financial reports and reported that departments were operating within budget. Council Member Carl Spano moved to accept the financial reports; Council Member Michelle Lane seconded and the motion passed unanimously, 4‑0.
After an executive session on personnel, the council approved two personnel‑related motions. First, the council voted unanimously to purchase a new computer system and printer for the TAC, not to exceed $2,500, to be paid from SPLOST VIII administration funds. Second, the council approved a tentative plan to open a part‑time administrative position contingent on Assistant Clerk Melissa More accepting a full‑time Court Clerk and TAC role; the part‑time hire would transition to full‑time at the start of 2025. Council Member Busby Courson clarified that the part‑time position would not include benefits and suggested a slightly higher pay rate to improve hiring prospects; Council Member Spano noted there is a starting rate for new hires and City Clerk Johnson referenced starting pay figures discussed during the meeting.
The council also discussed pickup of storm debris placed in the right of way and agreed maintenance crews would perform pickup Aug. 15–30 and that debris would be taken to Mayor Sandlin's lot for burning. Resident Gloria Luke asked the council to address fallen limbs blocking a hydrant at the corner of 4H Club Road and Marion Avenue; Mayor Jena Sandlin said maintenance would handle it.
The meeting adjourned and the council set its next regular meeting for Sept. 3, 2024.
