1/17/12 Board of Commissioners Work Session Minutes

The Gordon County Board of Commissioners held a Work Session Tuesday, January 17, 2012 at 5:00 p.m. in the conference room of the Administration Building.

Chairman Bailey called the meeting to order.

The Board discussed each item on the agenda and made no changes or additions.

Mr. Sid Carter and Mr. Jim Burke with Surge Sports came before the Board to explain the request for approval from the Board to hold bicycle individual time trials in Gordon County at the Pine Chapel loop. Board members asked questions and held discussions regarding safety and other concerns were brought up. Mr. Carter and Burke assured the Board that safety was their biggest priority. County Attorney asked that the defined route be submitted to her after the U.S.A. Cycling official’s review and approval of the event and course. She advised that the County will want to notify our insurance company and determine if they have any signage requirements for the course. The Board would then consider for approval at the next meeting.

County Administrator Dowling introduced to the Board Mr. Don Holley, the newly hired Director for Parks and Recreation.

Commissioner Long made a motion to adjourn the Work Session. Commissioner Steward seconded the motion and all voted aye.

There being no further business the meeting adjourned at 5:35 p.m.

Author: County Clerk

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