News & Public Notices
Sheriff Ralston Announces Initiation of C.H.A.M.P.S. Program in Partnership With County Schools
“We are pleased and excited to announce the Initiation of the C.H.A.M.P.S. Program in partnership with the Gordon County Schools System beginning this school year. Preparation for the implementation of this program actually began several months ago, with consultation between the previous superintendent, Dr. Kim Fraker, the new Superintendent Alice Mashburn, and myself, discussing all the benefits of C.H.A.M.P.S., scheduling, personnel, and other matters. Dr. Fraker and Superintendent Mashburn immediately concurred with the idea and we have...
read moreFor Bid: Public Works Paving and Related Materials
The Gordon County Board of Commissioners is accepting sealed written bids from qualified suppliers to provide Public Works Related Materials and Services to include – Metal Culverts, Pavement Marking Services, Right of Way Chemicals, Signs, Asphalt Paving, Stone, and Teeth and Blades. 2023 Stone 2023 Signs 2023 Right of Way Chem 2023 Pavement Markings 2023 Culverts 2023 Asphalt Paving 2023 Teeth and Blades Bid packages may be obtained on the county’s web site, www.gordoncounty.org/purchasing All bids shall be submitted to Gordon County...
read moreFor Bid: Janitorial Services for Courthouse and Judicial Building
The Gordon County Board of Commissioners is accepting sealed written bids from qualified vendors to provide cleaning services at the Gordon County Courthouse and the Gordon County Judicial Building. Your written and sealed Proposal must contain at a minimum: An authorized signature. Complete Proposal Form with total cost of product and services Written oath stating the Vendor has not restricted competitive bidding. (Non-Collusion Affidavit form provided by county). In addition, the successful vendor shall submit the following items within ten...
read moreAdministrator’s Report for August 1, 2023
FINANCIAL REPORT SPLOST AND LOST: SPLOST and LOST revenue shown in the report dated July 31, 2023 reflect collections reported for June. For that period, SPLOST collections were $1,161,099.86 which is an $88,600.63 (8.91%) decrease over the same period last year. LOST collections were $742,679 which is a $49,959.08 (7.92%) decrease over the same period last year. MILLAGE RATE: The next major financial milestone for the BOC will be setting the millage rate. Historically we set the millage rate in the second meeting in September. SIGNIFICANT...
read moreAdministrator’s Report for July 18, 2023
FINANCIAL REPORT SPLOST AND LOST: We will present the final IGA and Resolution and request to call a referendum to the BOC on August 1. Notice of the referendum will run once per week for four weeks in the month of October. We will hold a county wide referendum on November 2 asking the voters to continue the 1% sales tax collection. SIGNIFICANT PROJECTS AND ACTIVITY CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS: 1960s Courthouse: We hope to have an open house and move in at the end of August. Administration Building: Roof replacement started today. Public Works: ...
read moreGordon County Animal Control Issues a RED ALERT Due To Overcrowding
Gordon County’s Animal Control facility is currently beyond capacity. The facility is certified to have 41 animals and currently is housing approximately 90 animals. Since the opening of the new facility, Gordon County has not euthanized animals due to a lack of space. However, due to current capacity issues, the Gordon County Animal Control Department has limited ability to respond to calls concerning strays and the department can not take in any drop-offs. While the department does work with area rescues to help with adoption,...
read moreAdministrator’s Report for July 11, 2023
FINANCIAL REPORT SPLOST AND LOST: SPLOST and LOST revenue shown in the report dated June 30, 2023 reflect collections reported for May. For that period, SPLOST collections were $1,398,058 which is an $112,377.44 (11.61%) increase over the same period last year. LOST collections were $870,075.51 which is a $5,630.53 (0.92%) increase over the same period last year. Also, we are completing proposed resolutions for the 2024 SPLOST referendum to be considered in November. The BOC held a SPLOST planning session on Friday July 7. CASH AND...
read moreFor Bid: Debris Monitoring
The Gordon County Board of Commissioners requests proposals from qualified contractors for Debris Removal Monitoring Services for a period of three (3) years. It is the intent of this solicitation to enter into a pre-event contract, which would result in no immediate cost to Gordon County, Georgia. This solicitation by the Gordon County Board of Commissioners will result in the selection of up to two experienced firms to monitor the lawful removal and disposal of disaster-generated debris (other than household putrescible garbage) from public...
read morePUBLIC NOTICE FROM PROBATE JUDGE JOHN R. (RICHIE) PARKER
PUBLIC NOTICE FROM PROBATE JUDGE JOHN R. (RICHIE) PARKER Due to the unfortunate passing of Mr. James Carver, the office of Gordon County Coroner has been left vacant. Under OCGA §45-16-2, it is the task of the Probate Court Judge to appoint a qualified person to serve out the unexpired term of the vacant coroner’s office. There have been several applications submitted to my office, which has given me a great deal to consider in such a short period of time. Due to the immediate necessity for such a vital office to be filled, and after...
read moreAdministrator’s Report for June 20, 2023
FINANCIAL REPORT BUDGET: The 2023 to 2024 Budget is set for adoption tonight. This Budget is balanced without use of reserves; is about $95,000 less than last year; establishes a defined benefit retirement plan; and, includes a 3% COLA. CASH AND INVESTMENT REPORT: This report is in your material tonight. In comparison to the same report last year, the general fund balance is up $2.9 million dollars. However, sometimes this may be due to the timing of deposits and expenditures. SPLOST 2024: Resolutions and IGA’s have been drafted. The BOC...
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