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Ocilla council approves up to $10,000 for youth football helmets and gear

City of Ocilla Council · June 1, 2026
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Summary

The City of Ocilla Council approved up to $10,000 to replace outdated youth football helmets and equipment after the mayor reported the Recreation Department’s inventory is no longer serviceable.

The City of Ocilla Council on May 19 approved spending of up to $10,000 to replace outdated helmets and equipment for the Recreation Department’s youth football program.

Mayor Melvin D. Harper II told the council the department has children ready to participate but the existing equipment is outdated and in need of replacement. Mayor Pro Tem Chris Paulk moved to approve the purchase, Council Member Lemora Moses seconded and the motion passed with Paulk, Cook, Manley and Moses voting in favor.

The council did not record vendor selections in the minutes; the motion authorized the department to purchase equipment up to the stated limit. No further details about specification, payment source, or anticipated delivery schedule were provided during the meeting.