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Cordele approves paving contract, summer hires and local vehicle purchases; adopts hearing procedures
Summary
At its May 5 meeting Cordele's commission approved a $726,414.85 LMIG paving award, authorized hiring three summer youth employees, backed a local purchase of police vehicles and firearms, and adopted formal hearing procedures for zoning matters.
The Cordele City Commission took several administrative actions May 5, approving a low bid for the 2024–25 LMIG paving project, agreeing to move forward with locally procured police vehicles and equipment, and adopting a resolution that standardizes procedures for zoning hearings.
Paving contract: The commission awarded the 2024–25 local maintenance and improvements (LMIG) paving contract to Griffin Grading Concrete LLC at a low bid of $726,414.85. The award was approved by voice vote.
Personnel and events: City staff requested authorization to hire three part‑time summer youth employees to assist the community development department with archiving and records work; the commission approved the hires and directed funds to be moved from technical services for the remainder of the fiscal year.
Police vehicles and equipment: The police chief requested funding to purchase three vehicles and updated firearms and equipment. Commissioners debated whether to purchase from the lowest out‑of‑town bidder or to prioritize a newer local dealership. After discussion about local economic benefits and vehicle availability, the board approved buying locally if the local dealer could provide vehicles in a reasonable timeframe and directed the chief to pursue local sourcing where feasible.
Hearing procedures: The commission adopted a resolution establishing hearing procedures for zoning matters, intended to ensure fairness and equal time for opposing sides during contested hearings. The city attorney summarized the document as guidance required under the zoning process and the commission voted to adopt it.
Why it matters: These administrative votes affect municipal services (street maintenance), day‑to‑day operations (personnel and equipment), and the legal framework for future land‑use hearings. Approval of the hearing procedures provides clearer process safeguards for both applicants and neighbors ahead of contested zoning items.
