Commissioners update procurement rules and adopt bulk-water permitting policy

Apr 2, 2026

The board adopted Ordinance 2026-08 updating purchasing and procurement procedures and Resolution 2026-09 establishing a bulk water and hydrant-use policy to track, permit and bill bulk water users; both were approved by unanimous votes.

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Echols County commissioners adopted Ordinance 2026-08 to amend the county's purchasing and procurement procedures, including updates to bid requirements, approval thresholds and transparency standards. The ordinance was adopted on a 3–0 vote.

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