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Appling County discusses $400,000 dock at Carter’s Bite and a $50,000 pool donation from state senator
Summary
Interim County Manager Mike Deal reported exploratory plans for a public dock at Carter’s Bite estimated at roughly $400,000 with potential DNR funding, and he said Senator Blake Tillery pledged $50,000 toward repairs at Ernest J. Parker pool; commissioners said additional county funds may be required.
Interim County Manager Mike Deal told the June 7 meeting the county has discussed building a public dock at Carter’s Bite to provide public fishing access; the preliminary cost estimate is about $400,000 and the county may seek funding from the Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
Deal also reported receiving a $50,000 donation from state Senator Blake Tillery to support repairs at the Ernest J. Parker pool, but he said the county likely will need to allocate additional funds to complete all repairs. Commissioners agreed to hold a called meeting to continue budget discussions, including L.O.S.T. and S.P.L.O.S.T., that will consider such funding needs.
Why it matters: A publicly accessible dock and a repaired county pool affect recreation, tourism and community services. Funding sources and county budget decisions will determine whether the projects proceed.
Next steps: County staff will pursue potential DNR funding and continue budget discussions in called meetings; no formal funding commitment beyond the senator’s pledge was recorded at the June meetings.
