Courtsey of WRBE, "Your HomeTown Radio"
The George County Board of Supervisors held a work session on Monday with Economic Development Foundation Director Sue Wright and Foundation President Mike Smith to discuss a proposal of a partnership between the county, Economic Development Foundation and Mississippi Power to build a shell building at the Industry Park, to aid in the marketing of smaller industry into the park.
Wright said Ms Power would aid in the marketing of the building and commit to a three-year lease agreement, in which they would agree to pay 100% of the loan cost the first year, 80% of the loan cost the second year and 60% of the loan cost the third year
Supervisor Henry Cochran said he thought it was in the county's best interest to have several smaller industries verses one large one, but brought up the fact that the county already owned one building at the Industry Park. Cochran said the building only recently became ready for lease and he thought it would a better idea to market the already existing building first, before committing to another one. Supervisor Kelly Wright agreed that caution was the best procedure and until the first building was marketed, much needed information was unknown.
After more discussion and clarification of some questions, the Supervisors stated that they wanted to test the market before committing to another building, and voted to write a letter of appreciation to Ms Power for the offer and to include their interest in possibly proceeding with a similar offer at a later date.
Tuesday, January 30, 2007
Sunday, January 28, 2007
One Church Helping Another
Courtsey of Sun Herald, published Saturday, January 27, 2007
When First United Methodist Church in Lucedale ended the year with money left in its budget, the congregation decided to help rebuild a ministry damaged by Hurricane Katrina.
A check for $25,000 recently was presented to St. Paul United Methodist Church in Pass Christian.
"The view of our church is that we are simply a conduit for the Kingdom of God's money," said Rev. Bill Poole, pastor of First UMC. "We wanted to give this year's surplus to a church where it would make a difference. This money will help put St. Paul back in the ministry."
The building that housed the ministry of St. Paul UMC filled with more than 10 feet of storm surge, destroying all contents and damaging the structure. Thanks to the kindness of many volunteers and the contribution from the congregation of First UMC, the Pass Christian church members hope to be back in their building by the end of January.
"It's amazing how God works," said Rev. Theodore Williams, pastor of St. Paul UMC. "We had been praying through insurance issues. Without churches coming to our rescue, we wouldn't be at this point. But, it's about more than the money; it's about the hope that it brings."
When First United Methodist Church in Lucedale ended the year with money left in its budget, the congregation decided to help rebuild a ministry damaged by Hurricane Katrina.
A check for $25,000 recently was presented to St. Paul United Methodist Church in Pass Christian.
"The view of our church is that we are simply a conduit for the Kingdom of God's money," said Rev. Bill Poole, pastor of First UMC. "We wanted to give this year's surplus to a church where it would make a difference. This money will help put St. Paul back in the ministry."
The building that housed the ministry of St. Paul UMC filled with more than 10 feet of storm surge, destroying all contents and damaging the structure. Thanks to the kindness of many volunteers and the contribution from the congregation of First UMC, the Pass Christian church members hope to be back in their building by the end of January.
"It's amazing how God works," said Rev. Theodore Williams, pastor of St. Paul UMC. "We had been praying through insurance issues. Without churches coming to our rescue, we wouldn't be at this point. But, it's about more than the money; it's about the hope that it brings."
Saturday, January 27, 2007
Tragedy on 198 Claims Young Life Late Friday
Courtsey of WRBE, "Your HomeTown Radio"
The Mississippi Highway Patrol Authorities reported a three vehicle accident that occurred on Highway 198 West, approximately 300 ft. west of Highway 63 overpass, just before 9 p.m. on Friday, January 26, claiming the life of Jillian R. Howell, 23, of Lucedale.
Roy D. Dean, Jr., 20 of Lucedale was the driver a 2005 Yamaha Big Bear and Brad Williamson, 19, of Lucedale was the driver a 2006 Honda Ranger, both were traveling on the north shoulder of Hwy 198 when Dean's Yamaha accidentally collided with the rear of Williamson's Honda, causing the Yamaha to overturn. Howell, a passenger of the Dean vehicle was thrown in the path of a 1995 Chevy Blazer being driven by Sharon Reid, 56 of Lucedale.
Dean suffered moderate injuries and Howell was taken to George County Funeral Home.
This accident is still under investigation by the Mississippi Highway Patrol.
The Mississippi Highway Patrol Authorities reported a three vehicle accident that occurred on Highway 198 West, approximately 300 ft. west of Highway 63 overpass, just before 9 p.m. on Friday, January 26, claiming the life of Jillian R. Howell, 23, of Lucedale.
Roy D. Dean, Jr., 20 of Lucedale was the driver a 2005 Yamaha Big Bear and Brad Williamson, 19, of Lucedale was the driver a 2006 Honda Ranger, both were traveling on the north shoulder of Hwy 198 when Dean's Yamaha accidentally collided with the rear of Williamson's Honda, causing the Yamaha to overturn. Howell, a passenger of the Dean vehicle was thrown in the path of a 1995 Chevy Blazer being driven by Sharon Reid, 56 of Lucedale.
Dean suffered moderate injuries and Howell was taken to George County Funeral Home.
This accident is still under investigation by the Mississippi Highway Patrol.
Much on End-Of-Month Agenda
COURTSEY OF WRBE, "YOUR HOMETOWN RADIO"
George County Fire Coordinator Lorriane Howell was first on the agenda for the George County Board of Supervisors' regular end-of-the-month meeting on Thursday.
A request was grated to Howell to have specs drawn up for an addition to the Shipman Volunteer Fire Department building. She explained that currently the building is not large enough for the department’s trucks, and requested an addition to include three additional truck bays.
Howell also identified members of the new county Hazard Mitigation Committee, that include Sheriff Garry Welford, Hospital Administrator Paul Gardner, herself and others. The committee will be responsible for drafting a hazard mitigation plan for the county.
George County Economic Development Foundation Director Sue Wright and Foundation President Mike Smith told the Supervisors that the Foundation is busy trying to market property in the Industrial Park, but feels that effort would be aided by having a developed site with a shell building to sell to a prospective business.
Wright explained that through a foundation program, a shell building can be built and tenants can apply for a three-year lease with Mississippi Power; leasing the building at 100 percent of the loan cost for the first year, 80 percent for the second year and 60 percent for the third year. Wright said that Mississippi Power would also help market the facility.
The board deferred any decision and set a work session for Monday morning to discuss the proposal further.
The board appointed David Ables to the Library Board for a term to expire in 2008, Orell Hedgepeth for a term to expire in 2009 and Nancy Jo Maples for a term to expire in 2010.
Before adjourning, the Supervisors also approved a resolution authorizing the City of Lucedale to join the Gulf Coast Region Utility District, although the Supervisors officially withdrew from the project in December. The action comes after both county and city officials appeared before a legislative committee Tuesday, where they testified about their concerns with the law that created the utility authority.
Copies of the Resolution presented Thursday and the Resolution from December are posted below...
George County Fire Coordinator Lorriane Howell was first on the agenda for the George County Board of Supervisors' regular end-of-the-month meeting on Thursday.
A request was grated to Howell to have specs drawn up for an addition to the Shipman Volunteer Fire Department building. She explained that currently the building is not large enough for the department’s trucks, and requested an addition to include three additional truck bays.
Howell also identified members of the new county Hazard Mitigation Committee, that include Sheriff Garry Welford, Hospital Administrator Paul Gardner, herself and others. The committee will be responsible for drafting a hazard mitigation plan for the county.
George County Economic Development Foundation Director Sue Wright and Foundation President Mike Smith told the Supervisors that the Foundation is busy trying to market property in the Industrial Park, but feels that effort would be aided by having a developed site with a shell building to sell to a prospective business.
Wright explained that through a foundation program, a shell building can be built and tenants can apply for a three-year lease with Mississippi Power; leasing the building at 100 percent of the loan cost for the first year, 80 percent for the second year and 60 percent for the third year. Wright said that Mississippi Power would also help market the facility.
The board deferred any decision and set a work session for Monday morning to discuss the proposal further.
The board appointed David Ables to the Library Board for a term to expire in 2008, Orell Hedgepeth for a term to expire in 2009 and Nancy Jo Maples for a term to expire in 2010.
Before adjourning, the Supervisors also approved a resolution authorizing the City of Lucedale to join the Gulf Coast Region Utility District, although the Supervisors officially withdrew from the project in December. The action comes after both county and city officials appeared before a legislative committee Tuesday, where they testified about their concerns with the law that created the utility authority.
Copies of the Resolution presented Thursday and the Resolution from December are posted below...
County Will Support City In Regional Board
RESOLUTION
SUPPORTING THE CITY OF LUCEDALE, MISSISSIPPI, IN SECURING LEGISLATI.ON TO ALLOW THE CITY
TO JOIN THE GULF COAST REGION UTILITY DISTRlCT
WHEREAS. Senate Bil12943 adopted in 2006 created tne GulfCollst Region Utility District, and said legislation was codified in Mississippi Code Annotated, Sections 49.17- 701, et. seq.; and
WHEREAS, Mississippi Code Annotatcd, Sec.tion 49-17- 71 S allowed the George County Board of Supervisors to exclude George County from being rcquired to comply with the law, by dissolving its county utility board, which thc Board of Supervisors did, for reasons set forth extensively in the resolution dissolving the county board, which is of record in thc Minutes of the Board of Supervisors of George County, Mississippi; and
WHEREAS, thc Board of Supervisors have never been opposed to thc City of Lucedale alone being able to join the Gulf Coast Region Utility District; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors have been advised that the original bill proposed for the creation of the Utility District would have permitted a municipality to join, without the County itself joining; and
WHEREAS, the Honorable Dayton Wiites, Mayor of the City of Lucedale. has stated at a legislative hearing held on Tuesday, January 23. 2007, that he and the Board of Aldermen support the new law and would like for the City of Lucedale to he able to join the District, even if the County has not joincd;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS OF GEORGE COUNTY, MISSISSIPPI:
1. That the findings of fact recited in the preamble hcreof are hercby found and declared to be true and correct, to thc bcst of the Board's knowledge and bclief.
2. That the Board of Supervisors of Gcorge County, Mississippi, hereby goes on record stating that it has no objections to the City of Lucedale alone joining the Gulf Coast Region Utility District; that, if the Mayor and Board of Alderman of the City of Lucedale want the legislature to change the law to pertTlit the City of Lucedale to join tile Gulf Coast Region Utility District, the George County Board of Supervisors would ask the legislature to grant the City's request, since the Mayor and Board of Aldermen are the elected representatives of the people of Lucedale; and the Board only asks that the legislature not change any part of Section 49.17- 715 insofar as it affects the present rights and powers of the George County Board of Supervisors.
3. That this resolution shall be made apartoftbe Minutes of the Board of Supervisors of George County, Mississippi, and that copies of this resolution shall be provided to any interested parties.
ON MOTION made by seconded by Supervisors to adopt the foregoing resolution, and the question being put to a roll call vote, the result as as follows:
Lit Eubanks District One Voted YEA
KeUy Wright District Two Voted YEA
Sue Cochran District Three Voted YEA
Larry A. Havard District Four Voted YEA
W.Henry Cochrau District Five Voted YEA
The motion having received the affirmative vote of all of the members of the Board present, the President of the Board declared the motion carried unanimously, and the resolution adopted this the 25th day of January, A.D. 2007.
PRESIDENT OF THE
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
CHANCERY CLERK
SUPPORTING THE CITY OF LUCEDALE, MISSISSIPPI, IN SECURING LEGISLATI.ON TO ALLOW THE CITY
TO JOIN THE GULF COAST REGION UTILITY DISTRlCT
WHEREAS. Senate Bil12943 adopted in 2006 created tne GulfCollst Region Utility District, and said legislation was codified in Mississippi Code Annotated, Sections 49.17- 701, et. seq.; and
WHEREAS, Mississippi Code Annotatcd, Sec.tion 49-17- 71 S allowed the George County Board of Supervisors to exclude George County from being rcquired to comply with the law, by dissolving its county utility board, which thc Board of Supervisors did, for reasons set forth extensively in the resolution dissolving the county board, which is of record in thc Minutes of the Board of Supervisors of George County, Mississippi; and
WHEREAS, thc Board of Supervisors have never been opposed to thc City of Lucedale alone being able to join the Gulf Coast Region Utility District; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors have been advised that the original bill proposed for the creation of the Utility District would have permitted a municipality to join, without the County itself joining; and
WHEREAS, the Honorable Dayton Wiites, Mayor of the City of Lucedale. has stated at a legislative hearing held on Tuesday, January 23. 2007, that he and the Board of Aldermen support the new law and would like for the City of Lucedale to he able to join the District, even if the County has not joincd;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS OF GEORGE COUNTY, MISSISSIPPI:
1. That the findings of fact recited in the preamble hcreof are hercby found and declared to be true and correct, to thc bcst of the Board's knowledge and bclief.
2. That the Board of Supervisors of Gcorge County, Mississippi, hereby goes on record stating that it has no objections to the City of Lucedale alone joining the Gulf Coast Region Utility District; that, if the Mayor and Board of Alderman of the City of Lucedale want the legislature to change the law to pertTlit the City of Lucedale to join tile Gulf Coast Region Utility District, the George County Board of Supervisors would ask the legislature to grant the City's request, since the Mayor and Board of Aldermen are the elected representatives of the people of Lucedale; and the Board only asks that the legislature not change any part of Section 49.17- 715 insofar as it affects the present rights and powers of the George County Board of Supervisors.
3. That this resolution shall be made apartoftbe Minutes of the Board of Supervisors of George County, Mississippi, and that copies of this resolution shall be provided to any interested parties.
ON MOTION made by seconded by Supervisors to adopt the foregoing resolution, and the question being put to a roll call vote, the result as as follows:
Lit Eubanks District One Voted YEA
KeUy Wright District Two Voted YEA
Sue Cochran District Three Voted YEA
Larry A. Havard District Four Voted YEA
W.Henry Cochrau District Five Voted YEA
The motion having received the affirmative vote of all of the members of the Board present, the President of the Board declared the motion carried unanimously, and the resolution adopted this the 25th day of January, A.D. 2007.
PRESIDENT OF THE
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
CHANCERY CLERK
George BOS withdraws from Ms Gulf Coast Region Utility
PRESS RELEASE from the George County Board of Supervisors
December 4, 2006
Today, the George County Board of Supervisors has adopted a resolution to dissolve the George County Utility Authority , which was created by The Mississippi Gulf Coast Region Utility Act [i.e., Senate Bill 2943, now codified as Mississippi Code Annotated, Section 49-17- 715] .
The George County Board of Supervisors has had concerns about the law from DayOne. None of the county elected officials in the six coastal counties was even told that the bill was being considered, until after the first draft had been submitted to the legislature for adoption. (If the law was such a great thing, then why did the powers-that-be try to sneak it into law?)
Fortunately , working together, the first bill was amended extensively, but the amended bill still had many provisions that we felt were bad.
Nevertheless, the legislature declined to delete George County from the law. Instead, the law gave the Board of Supervisors the power to opt-out of the local board, so long as the County accepted no money under the law, created no debt under the law, and exercised its rights before J anuary 1, 2007.
The Board has always felt that the money to be distributed under the law "\ should have been done through the Mississippi Development Authority , with each city and county submitting a request for a grant to accomplish what the elected officials thought was best for the city and county .The Board did not think that a group of outsiders, who were not answerable to the people, should be deciding what was best for George County or any other county .
The Board also thought that the City of Lucedale should be allowed, independently, to join the Gulf Coast Region Utility Authority , if the leaders of Lucedale thought it would be in the best interest of the City .The Board has never wanted to stand in the way of the City's right to make its own decision. The powers- that-be, however, would not let that be done.
As a result, the Board has spent months reading the law, attending meetings to discuss the law, and sending representatives to attend meetings concerning the law, to gather all of the information which it could about the law. This has been the most difficult issue which this Board has faced during this term of office.
In the end, the Board could not let this new law be imposed on the people of George County .
The resolution which has been adopted today sets forth many of the concerns which the Board has about the proposed law. A few of those concerns are worth repeating here:
1. THE NEW LA W CREATES A PERMANENT BUREAUCRACY. You have a regional board (WHICH SHALL DECIDE WHA TIS BEST FOR ALL SIX COUNTIES) which has to be paid by the counties who are in the authority and then each County has a local utility board with sweeping powers and duties. The law is 49 pages long.
2. THE LOCAL UTILITY BOARD HAS SWEEPING POWERS. The local utility board will have countywide jurisdiction over every water and sewer system, inside and outside the city limits, and over all storm water in the county .
3. THE LOCAL UTILITY BOARD HAS SWEEPING DUTIES. The local board has the power and the duty and the responsibility to exercise general supervision over the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of water, wastewater, and storm water systems in the County , including private water systems and municipal systems. Further, the Board shall adopt rules and regulations concerning same. Because the law mandates these actions, the Board would be answerable to no one.
4. THE LOCAL BOARD WOULD CONTROL EVERY NEW BUILDING IN THE COUNTY. Every building or development which is built hereafter and which requires a water, wastewater, or storm water system must be approved by the local board.
5. THE COSTS OF ALL OF THIS WOULD BE PAID BY" CUSTOMERS, NOT' BY T AXES. All costs under the law would be paid by user fees, not by ad valorem taxes. This means small business owners and homeowners would pay the tab for the new law.
6. RURAL WATER ASSOCIATIONS IN GEORGE COUNTY SUPPORT DISSOL VING THE LOCAL UTILITY BOARD. Rural water associations in the six coastal counties do not like the new law and will go to the legislature in January to get the law amended, so that any rural water association may opt-out of the law's control.
7. THERE IS NO GUARANTEE THAT WE SHALL GET ANY MONEY. and there is no guarantee that the money which is given will build what is proposed. Everything is subject to change, and no one will tell you who has the final decision. Moreover, of the $500 million talked about, George County gets the smallest share. We are one of six counties, but we would get only 1/50th of money.
8. WHAT IS PROPOSED, WE DO NOT NEED. Outsiders are making the decisions on how the federal money will be spent, and one has to wonder who is influencing them. For example, last week there was a hearing held in Jackson County on this new law. Pascagoula, Moss- Point, Gautier, and Ocean Springs all pointed out that no money was given to them for what they really need. The same is true for George County .This is because, rather than letting the County and the City of Lucedale make the decision, some unknown bureaucrats have made the decision for us. We don't want it and we don't need it.
9. IF WE DID NOT GET OUT NOW, WE COULD NEVER GET OUT. If the Board did not act before January 1, 2007, George County would be under this law forever .
Many people already understand that this law would not be good for George County. Some people do not, but, given time and given a close watch on what happens in the other five counties under this law, the Board beli~ves that most people will see that the Board has made the right decision.
December 4, 2006
Today, the George County Board of Supervisors has adopted a resolution to dissolve the George County Utility Authority , which was created by The Mississippi Gulf Coast Region Utility Act [i.e., Senate Bill 2943, now codified as Mississippi Code Annotated, Section 49-17- 715] .
The George County Board of Supervisors has had concerns about the law from DayOne. None of the county elected officials in the six coastal counties was even told that the bill was being considered, until after the first draft had been submitted to the legislature for adoption. (If the law was such a great thing, then why did the powers-that-be try to sneak it into law?)
Fortunately , working together, the first bill was amended extensively, but the amended bill still had many provisions that we felt were bad.
Nevertheless, the legislature declined to delete George County from the law. Instead, the law gave the Board of Supervisors the power to opt-out of the local board, so long as the County accepted no money under the law, created no debt under the law, and exercised its rights before J anuary 1, 2007.
The Board has always felt that the money to be distributed under the law "\ should have been done through the Mississippi Development Authority , with each city and county submitting a request for a grant to accomplish what the elected officials thought was best for the city and county .The Board did not think that a group of outsiders, who were not answerable to the people, should be deciding what was best for George County or any other county .
The Board also thought that the City of Lucedale should be allowed, independently, to join the Gulf Coast Region Utility Authority , if the leaders of Lucedale thought it would be in the best interest of the City .The Board has never wanted to stand in the way of the City's right to make its own decision. The powers- that-be, however, would not let that be done.
As a result, the Board has spent months reading the law, attending meetings to discuss the law, and sending representatives to attend meetings concerning the law, to gather all of the information which it could about the law. This has been the most difficult issue which this Board has faced during this term of office.
In the end, the Board could not let this new law be imposed on the people of George County .
The resolution which has been adopted today sets forth many of the concerns which the Board has about the proposed law. A few of those concerns are worth repeating here:
1. THE NEW LA W CREATES A PERMANENT BUREAUCRACY. You have a regional board (WHICH SHALL DECIDE WHA TIS BEST FOR ALL SIX COUNTIES) which has to be paid by the counties who are in the authority and then each County has a local utility board with sweeping powers and duties. The law is 49 pages long.
2. THE LOCAL UTILITY BOARD HAS SWEEPING POWERS. The local utility board will have countywide jurisdiction over every water and sewer system, inside and outside the city limits, and over all storm water in the county .
3. THE LOCAL UTILITY BOARD HAS SWEEPING DUTIES. The local board has the power and the duty and the responsibility to exercise general supervision over the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of water, wastewater, and storm water systems in the County , including private water systems and municipal systems. Further, the Board shall adopt rules and regulations concerning same. Because the law mandates these actions, the Board would be answerable to no one.
4. THE LOCAL BOARD WOULD CONTROL EVERY NEW BUILDING IN THE COUNTY. Every building or development which is built hereafter and which requires a water, wastewater, or storm water system must be approved by the local board.
5. THE COSTS OF ALL OF THIS WOULD BE PAID BY" CUSTOMERS, NOT' BY T AXES. All costs under the law would be paid by user fees, not by ad valorem taxes. This means small business owners and homeowners would pay the tab for the new law.
6. RURAL WATER ASSOCIATIONS IN GEORGE COUNTY SUPPORT DISSOL VING THE LOCAL UTILITY BOARD. Rural water associations in the six coastal counties do not like the new law and will go to the legislature in January to get the law amended, so that any rural water association may opt-out of the law's control.
7. THERE IS NO GUARANTEE THAT WE SHALL GET ANY MONEY. and there is no guarantee that the money which is given will build what is proposed. Everything is subject to change, and no one will tell you who has the final decision. Moreover, of the $500 million talked about, George County gets the smallest share. We are one of six counties, but we would get only 1/50th of money.
8. WHAT IS PROPOSED, WE DO NOT NEED. Outsiders are making the decisions on how the federal money will be spent, and one has to wonder who is influencing them. For example, last week there was a hearing held in Jackson County on this new law. Pascagoula, Moss- Point, Gautier, and Ocean Springs all pointed out that no money was given to them for what they really need. The same is true for George County .This is because, rather than letting the County and the City of Lucedale make the decision, some unknown bureaucrats have made the decision for us. We don't want it and we don't need it.
9. IF WE DID NOT GET OUT NOW, WE COULD NEVER GET OUT. If the Board did not act before January 1, 2007, George County would be under this law forever .
Many people already understand that this law would not be good for George County. Some people do not, but, given time and given a close watch on what happens in the other five counties under this law, the Board beli~ves that most people will see that the Board has made the right decision.
Traffic Accident Claims Two in George County
Courtsey of the SUN HERALD; Friday, January 26, 2007
GEORGE COUNTY - Two people were killed Thursday afternoon in a traffic accident in George County, Sgt. Joe Gazzo of the Highway Patrol said.
The accident happened at the intersection of Mississippi 198 and Mississippi 63 at Multi-Mart.
Leslie Gates, 44, was airlifted to a nearby hospital, where he died. Patsy Gates, 72, was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of their vehicle, Lawrence Gates, 71, was taken to George County hospital where his condition was not known late Thursday.
Amber Stevens, 17, was heading east on Miss. 198 when Gates' Pontiac Montana attempted to make a left turn off Miss. 63. Stevens was also airlifted to a nearby hospital with life-threatening injuries.
No charges have been filed in the ongoing investigation.
GEORGE COUNTY - Two people were killed Thursday afternoon in a traffic accident in George County, Sgt. Joe Gazzo of the Highway Patrol said.
The accident happened at the intersection of Mississippi 198 and Mississippi 63 at Multi-Mart.
Leslie Gates, 44, was airlifted to a nearby hospital, where he died. Patsy Gates, 72, was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of their vehicle, Lawrence Gates, 71, was taken to George County hospital where his condition was not known late Thursday.
Amber Stevens, 17, was heading east on Miss. 198 when Gates' Pontiac Montana attempted to make a left turn off Miss. 63. Stevens was also airlifted to a nearby hospital with life-threatening injuries.
No charges have been filed in the ongoing investigation.
Wednesday, January 24, 2007
State Officials Make Presentation
State Officials, State Fire Coordinator Larry Barr, State Representative Frank Hamilton, Commissioner of Insurance George Dale made a trip to Lucedale on Monday to present a $38,600 check to the George County Board of Supervisors and George County Fire Coordinator Lorraine Howell for the Rural Fire Truck Program. The funds were a five percent reimbursement check, which George County paid on a 95 % FEMA grant in 2005.
The grant was for the purchase of four tanker trucks for Rocky Creek Volunteer Fire Department, Agricola Volunteer Fire Department, Salem Volunteer Fire Department and Twin Creek Volunteer Fire Department.
During the presentation, Dale complimented the volunteers on their dedication and seemed impressed with their grant writing ability, asking how they learned the skill. The volunteers present stated it was “mostly trial and error” and “learn as you go” techniques.
“They take it upon themselves to take the time and effort to research and write the grants,” stated Howell, “It takes a lot of work and we have been very lucky to receive the kind of funding that we have in the past few years.”
The grant was for the purchase of four tanker trucks for Rocky Creek Volunteer Fire Department, Agricola Volunteer Fire Department, Salem Volunteer Fire Department and Twin Creek Volunteer Fire Department.
During the presentation, Dale complimented the volunteers on their dedication and seemed impressed with their grant writing ability, asking how they learned the skill. The volunteers present stated it was “mostly trial and error” and “learn as you go” techniques.
“They take it upon themselves to take the time and effort to research and write the grants,” stated Howell, “It takes a lot of work and we have been very lucky to receive the kind of funding that we have in the past few years.”
Saturday, January 20, 2007
County, School Boards Hear Proposed Hospital Expansion
Courtsey of WRBE, "Your HomeTown Radio"
A special called George County Board of Education meeting on Friday morning turned out to be more than just discussing bids openings. The meeting was originally called to discuss bid openings for a roofing job at Rocky Creek Elementary; new time clocks; replacing the track at the high school and the building of a new soccer field at the high school.
A bid of $24,000 by Scott Company was accepted for re-roofing a building Rocky Creek; a bid of $61,681 was accepted to re-place current time clocks in the district with hand scanned clock, which was chosen for additional security and several bids were accepted to begin work on the track at the high school and a discussion ensued on the newly proposed soccer field before the decision was made to move forward with that project as well.
Following the final decisions of the proposed bids; the school board was joined by George Regional Hospital Administrator Paul Gardner and all five members the George County Board of Supervisors.
Gardner presented a proposed hospital expansion, which will include a two-story add-on and a small expansion to the parking area.
The school board members and the Supervisors all seem to agree that expansions to the Hospital was a positive asset to the county and needed their support.
We are “trying to minimize encroachment in any direction as much as we can,” Garner told the boards.
George County Middle School Principal Pasty Horne stated her concerns but stated the proposed plan would have little effect on the current student situation and any activity changes could be addressed.
Supervisor Larry Havard said that he supported the expansion stating, “The Hospital is a vital part of our county and they have got to grow.”
Before adjourning, the school board voted to support Gardner as he moves forward with any surveys and appraisals, which will be needed before the project can move forward.
A special called George County Board of Education meeting on Friday morning turned out to be more than just discussing bids openings. The meeting was originally called to discuss bid openings for a roofing job at Rocky Creek Elementary; new time clocks; replacing the track at the high school and the building of a new soccer field at the high school.
A bid of $24,000 by Scott Company was accepted for re-roofing a building Rocky Creek; a bid of $61,681 was accepted to re-place current time clocks in the district with hand scanned clock, which was chosen for additional security and several bids were accepted to begin work on the track at the high school and a discussion ensued on the newly proposed soccer field before the decision was made to move forward with that project as well.
Following the final decisions of the proposed bids; the school board was joined by George Regional Hospital Administrator Paul Gardner and all five members the George County Board of Supervisors.
Gardner presented a proposed hospital expansion, which will include a two-story add-on and a small expansion to the parking area.
The school board members and the Supervisors all seem to agree that expansions to the Hospital was a positive asset to the county and needed their support.
We are “trying to minimize encroachment in any direction as much as we can,” Garner told the boards.
George County Middle School Principal Pasty Horne stated her concerns but stated the proposed plan would have little effect on the current student situation and any activity changes could be addressed.
Supervisor Larry Havard said that he supported the expansion stating, “The Hospital is a vital part of our county and they have got to grow.”
Before adjourning, the school board voted to support Gardner as he moves forward with any surveys and appraisals, which will be needed before the project can move forward.
Friday, January 5, 2007
Mayor Reflects on 2006!
By: Lucedale Mayor Dayton Whites
In the year 2006, the City of Lucedale was able to carry on financial operation within the appropriated budget and with monies received.
It was good in that City business was carried on in a business like manner with the Board of Aldermen and the Mayor working together in a progressive way for the good of the City, its citizens and those working for the City of Lucedale.
During the year 2006, all Departments have made significant improvements with purchases of needed equipment to make our City run more efficiently. All City employees (except Judicial Branch and Mayor and Board of Aldermen) received raises with considerable adjustments in the salaries of the Policemen and Fire Department employees.
The Mayor, Board of Aldermen and employees have attended all meetings possible in order to qualify them to do the best job for which the City pays them. Informational meetings were attended when projects that might involve the future City of Lucedale were to be discussed.
2006 was a post Katrina recovery year .Lucedale did well in seeking and getting all available monies from insurance, FEMA, MEMA and other agencies to repair hurricane damage and to make significant improvements in the Lucedale Police and Fire Department buildings.
A Hazard Mitigation Plan for the City was written with the assistance of SMPDD. The development of this plan started prior to Katrina and was continued in February 2006. This Plan is vital for a community to receive federal funding.
Re-surfacing the streets in our City continues to be a budget priority for the City Fathers. An additional $154,000 was spent on street improvements this past year. This is the largest amount in the City's history. Our Police Department patrol cars now have in-car cameras that record activities in which our patrolman are involved. Such as traffic arrests, etc. Our patrolmen will soon carry and be qualified to use Taser guns. Bulletproof vests were purchased for the police officers and a natural gas generator was installed for the police and fire building. The Fire Department has new air packs for our fire fighters.
The Public Works Department has a new generator for use at the new waterwell and sewer lift stations and one for general use around the City. Also, a new chipper for the recycle center was purchased with City and grant funds. Grant funds also provided for new sewer lift stations and sewer rehabilitation on Beaver Dam Road.
Both of our City water tanks were refurbished and painted this year through grant and City funds.
In our City Park the Iraqi Freedom Memorial was completed and George County's fallen soldier Shaun Cooley was remembered. Beautification projects move forward in the City Park. Approval of grant monies from Pat Harrison Waterway will allow additional surface water drainage improvements to be made in the Park.
With help from Singing River EPA, Mississippi Power Co., and a grant from the Department of Wildlife Fisheries and Parks, Lucedale was able to provide lighting and fencing for the soccer complex. With the help of Beat 4, all streets in the recreational complex were resurfaced.
All City owned buildings were made smoke free this year .
The City of Lucedale continues to support our Boys and Girls Club by contributing $10,000 each year. Lucedale was approved for a grant for a new senior citizens bus. A Homeland Security grant was received to purchase an ice machine and containers. The plot locations in the Magnolia Cemetery are now computerized.
Several new vehicles were purchased through our Police Department and Public Works.
All in all I feel very good about the improvements and accomplishments made by the City of Lucedale in 2006 and look forward to 2007.
Business is Lucedale is good with 32 new business license issued.
It is my plans, with the help of the Aldermen's approval to present a hope list for the year of 2007 at our February Board Meeting.
In the year 2006, the City of Lucedale was able to carry on financial operation within the appropriated budget and with monies received.
It was good in that City business was carried on in a business like manner with the Board of Aldermen and the Mayor working together in a progressive way for the good of the City, its citizens and those working for the City of Lucedale.
During the year 2006, all Departments have made significant improvements with purchases of needed equipment to make our City run more efficiently. All City employees (except Judicial Branch and Mayor and Board of Aldermen) received raises with considerable adjustments in the salaries of the Policemen and Fire Department employees.
The Mayor, Board of Aldermen and employees have attended all meetings possible in order to qualify them to do the best job for which the City pays them. Informational meetings were attended when projects that might involve the future City of Lucedale were to be discussed.
2006 was a post Katrina recovery year .Lucedale did well in seeking and getting all available monies from insurance, FEMA, MEMA and other agencies to repair hurricane damage and to make significant improvements in the Lucedale Police and Fire Department buildings.
A Hazard Mitigation Plan for the City was written with the assistance of SMPDD. The development of this plan started prior to Katrina and was continued in February 2006. This Plan is vital for a community to receive federal funding.
Re-surfacing the streets in our City continues to be a budget priority for the City Fathers. An additional $154,000 was spent on street improvements this past year. This is the largest amount in the City's history. Our Police Department patrol cars now have in-car cameras that record activities in which our patrolman are involved. Such as traffic arrests, etc. Our patrolmen will soon carry and be qualified to use Taser guns. Bulletproof vests were purchased for the police officers and a natural gas generator was installed for the police and fire building. The Fire Department has new air packs for our fire fighters.
The Public Works Department has a new generator for use at the new waterwell and sewer lift stations and one for general use around the City. Also, a new chipper for the recycle center was purchased with City and grant funds. Grant funds also provided for new sewer lift stations and sewer rehabilitation on Beaver Dam Road.
Both of our City water tanks were refurbished and painted this year through grant and City funds.
In our City Park the Iraqi Freedom Memorial was completed and George County's fallen soldier Shaun Cooley was remembered. Beautification projects move forward in the City Park. Approval of grant monies from Pat Harrison Waterway will allow additional surface water drainage improvements to be made in the Park.
With help from Singing River EPA, Mississippi Power Co., and a grant from the Department of Wildlife Fisheries and Parks, Lucedale was able to provide lighting and fencing for the soccer complex. With the help of Beat 4, all streets in the recreational complex were resurfaced.
All City owned buildings were made smoke free this year .
The City of Lucedale continues to support our Boys and Girls Club by contributing $10,000 each year. Lucedale was approved for a grant for a new senior citizens bus. A Homeland Security grant was received to purchase an ice machine and containers. The plot locations in the Magnolia Cemetery are now computerized.
Several new vehicles were purchased through our Police Department and Public Works.
All in all I feel very good about the improvements and accomplishments made by the City of Lucedale in 2006 and look forward to 2007.
Business is Lucedale is good with 32 new business license issued.
It is my plans, with the help of the Aldermen's approval to present a hope list for the year of 2007 at our February Board Meeting.
Thursday, January 4, 2007
Mayor, Aldermen Begin New Year by Reflecting on 2006!
Courtesy of WRBE, Your Hometown Radio...
Mayor Dayton Whites and the Lucedale Board of Aldermen began their first meeting of the new year on Tuesday night with several routine items, but concluded with a tribute to 2006.
The meeting began with the approval of travel expenses for several city employees, the approval of a new dispatcher and a new police officer for the Lucedale Police Department, and a request of retirement by J.D. McLeod after 34 years of faithful service to the City of Lucedale.
Mayor Whites reported that funds could be available for three major project for the city later in the year and Aldermen Jessie Underwood requested that Donnie Berry replace Jason Martin on the planning board.
After all business was addressed, Mayor Whites lead a reflection of the past year. Whites said the City officials were able to make great accomplishments in 2006, such as city employee pay raises, resurfacing city streets, the purchase of several needed vehicles, in-car cameras for the Lucedale Police Department, new bulletproof vest for the officers and new air packs for the Lucedale Fire Department, along with several grant projects including the refurbishment and painting of both water tanks.
City Clerk Kathy Johnson felt 2006 was the best year yet, in the 15 years since she began. She contributed the success to good leadership by the mayor and city officials as well as the leadership and dedication of the department heads, Police Chief Darrell Brewer, Fire Chief Matt Amick and Public Works Director Lavell Henderson.
Before adjourning, Aldermen Lloyd Welford praised Mayor Whites on his dedication and faithful service to the City of Lucedale, also other positive comments were made from other Aldermen.
Mayor Dayton Whites and the Lucedale Board of Aldermen began their first meeting of the new year on Tuesday night with several routine items, but concluded with a tribute to 2006.
The meeting began with the approval of travel expenses for several city employees, the approval of a new dispatcher and a new police officer for the Lucedale Police Department, and a request of retirement by J.D. McLeod after 34 years of faithful service to the City of Lucedale.
Mayor Whites reported that funds could be available for three major project for the city later in the year and Aldermen Jessie Underwood requested that Donnie Berry replace Jason Martin on the planning board.
After all business was addressed, Mayor Whites lead a reflection of the past year. Whites said the City officials were able to make great accomplishments in 2006, such as city employee pay raises, resurfacing city streets, the purchase of several needed vehicles, in-car cameras for the Lucedale Police Department, new bulletproof vest for the officers and new air packs for the Lucedale Fire Department, along with several grant projects including the refurbishment and painting of both water tanks.
City Clerk Kathy Johnson felt 2006 was the best year yet, in the 15 years since she began. She contributed the success to good leadership by the mayor and city officials as well as the leadership and dedication of the department heads, Police Chief Darrell Brewer, Fire Chief Matt Amick and Public Works Director Lavell Henderson.
Before adjourning, Aldermen Lloyd Welford praised Mayor Whites on his dedication and faithful service to the City of Lucedale, also other positive comments were made from other Aldermen.
School Officials Elect New Officers
Courtesy of WRBE, “Your Hometown Radio”
The George County Board of Education began their new year with the swearing in of board members Larry McDonald for District 3 and Wendell Fallon for District 4 on Tuesday evening and the election of officers for the new year; Ronnie Cooley was chosen Board President, Barkley Henderson was chosen Vice President and David Nelson chosen secretary.
After Cooley took his new place at the head of the meeting table, the first the meeting of the new year continue with reports from Lucedale Intermediate Principal Tony Williams and Rocky Creek Elementary School Principal Karen Fioranelli.
The board approved to install vents in the bathrooms and also to check into putting heat in the cafeteria at Lucedale Intermediate School. They approved the purchase of two AC/Heating units for the George County Middle School Art Building; to replace Hurricane damaged fencing at George County High School, and two payments were approved for Fryfogle Carpet, totaling $4392.04 for work done at Agricola Elementary School and George County High School.
The board set a work session for later in the month to discuss resurfacing the running tract at the George County High School, and a visitation day was set for February 2; the schools to be visited were not discussed. Next board meeting has been set for Tuesday, February 6.
The George County Board of Education began their new year with the swearing in of board members Larry McDonald for District 3 and Wendell Fallon for District 4 on Tuesday evening and the election of officers for the new year; Ronnie Cooley was chosen Board President, Barkley Henderson was chosen Vice President and David Nelson chosen secretary.
After Cooley took his new place at the head of the meeting table, the first the meeting of the new year continue with reports from Lucedale Intermediate Principal Tony Williams and Rocky Creek Elementary School Principal Karen Fioranelli.
The board approved to install vents in the bathrooms and also to check into putting heat in the cafeteria at Lucedale Intermediate School. They approved the purchase of two AC/Heating units for the George County Middle School Art Building; to replace Hurricane damaged fencing at George County High School, and two payments were approved for Fryfogle Carpet, totaling $4392.04 for work done at Agricola Elementary School and George County High School.
The board set a work session for later in the month to discuss resurfacing the running tract at the George County High School, and a visitation day was set for February 2; the schools to be visited were not discussed. Next board meeting has been set for Tuesday, February 6.
Wednesday, January 3, 2007
Supvs Began New Year By Addressing Garbage Exemptions
Courtesy of WRBE, Your Local HomeTown Radio...
The George County Board of Supervisors began the new year with a mostly routine agenda at their first of the month meeting on Tuesday morning. The meeting began with the approval of the claims dockets, the approvals of some upcoming travel expenses and the acceptance of the Justice Court report.
The board approved requests from Sheriff Garry Welford of the hiring of two new correctional officers at the George County Regional Correctional Facility and the hiring of two new deputies to replace two deputies who have resigned at the George County Sheriff's Department.
Following the Sheriff's report, the board heard from citizen David Short on garbage exemptions, which lead to an unscheduled workshop, following the regularly scheduled meeting.
During the workshop the supervisors questioned Tax Assessor Wilburn Bolen on the procedure of purchasing vehicle tags and paying garbage fees. Bolen explained that if that residences owes a garbage bill, the person wishing to purchase a tag must pay the garbage bill before the tag can be purchase.
Supervisor Larry Havard said that the board originally set up the senior citizen exemption to benefit the seniors. “They have paid taxes for 30 to 40 years and deserve the small break that we can give them. I don't believe we should penalize the honest to weed out those who are taking advantage of the system,” Havard protested.
Bolen said there were “too many that have learned if they say they live with Grandma, they can get that tag without having to pay that garbage bill.”
The Supervisors maintained that they “are not in favor of raising the fees of those who pay honestly, to pay for the dishonest who use exempt addresses fraudulently.” The supervisors said that for the exempt seniors who allows or approves of the dishonest practice would loss their “exempt status.”
After a lengthy discussion, the supervisors decided to maintain the policy that the senior's residence is exempt but requested that Board Attorney Robert Shepard to draw up an affidavit to be signed by the exempted senior for the exceptions to the rules, such as when a child, grandchild or other family members are actually living at the residence or even in a case of a caregiver, hired to live with the senior(s). Shepard said the affidavit could be use as a legal document in cases of fraud, and could be made available to other government agencies if requested.
Bolen also reminded the board that for everyone who turned 65 during 2006, they only have from January 1 to January 31 of 2007 to sign up for the exemption.
The George County Board of Supervisors began the new year with a mostly routine agenda at their first of the month meeting on Tuesday morning. The meeting began with the approval of the claims dockets, the approvals of some upcoming travel expenses and the acceptance of the Justice Court report.
The board approved requests from Sheriff Garry Welford of the hiring of two new correctional officers at the George County Regional Correctional Facility and the hiring of two new deputies to replace two deputies who have resigned at the George County Sheriff's Department.
Following the Sheriff's report, the board heard from citizen David Short on garbage exemptions, which lead to an unscheduled workshop, following the regularly scheduled meeting.
During the workshop the supervisors questioned Tax Assessor Wilburn Bolen on the procedure of purchasing vehicle tags and paying garbage fees. Bolen explained that if that residences owes a garbage bill, the person wishing to purchase a tag must pay the garbage bill before the tag can be purchase.
Supervisor Larry Havard said that the board originally set up the senior citizen exemption to benefit the seniors. “They have paid taxes for 30 to 40 years and deserve the small break that we can give them. I don't believe we should penalize the honest to weed out those who are taking advantage of the system,” Havard protested.
Bolen said there were “too many that have learned if they say they live with Grandma, they can get that tag without having to pay that garbage bill.”
The Supervisors maintained that they “are not in favor of raising the fees of those who pay honestly, to pay for the dishonest who use exempt addresses fraudulently.” The supervisors said that for the exempt seniors who allows or approves of the dishonest practice would loss their “exempt status.”
After a lengthy discussion, the supervisors decided to maintain the policy that the senior's residence is exempt but requested that Board Attorney Robert Shepard to draw up an affidavit to be signed by the exempted senior for the exceptions to the rules, such as when a child, grandchild or other family members are actually living at the residence or even in a case of a caregiver, hired to live with the senior(s). Shepard said the affidavit could be use as a legal document in cases of fraud, and could be made available to other government agencies if requested.
Bolen also reminded the board that for everyone who turned 65 during 2006, they only have from January 1 to January 31 of 2007 to sign up for the exemption.
Healthy Hints
After speaking with health care professionals, mothers, grandmothers and adding my own personal advice as a mom, I’ve complied a list of preventive measures for you to consider in helping to keep your family “Healthy” during the cold and flu season.....
WASH YOUR HANDS MORE FREQUENTLY THAN NORMAL. Frequent hand washings, especially with the use of anti-bacterial soap kills germs that can be passed on to others or inhaled and cause illness.
USE KLEENEX when needed, then throw it in the trash (Never leave used Kleenexes lying around.)
DON'T COUGH INTO THE OPEN AIR, always cover your mouth (use a Kleenex when possible and remember to wash your hands as soon as possible. Do not spread the germs by shaking hands or touching others before washing your hands with warm soapy water.
DO NOT SHARE! Sharing food and drinks increases the risk of illness even when neither party is ill or feeling symptoms.
DO NOT PUT HANDS IN MOUTH. For mothers with small children, this is always a challenge but children of all ages can be taught not to put their hands in their nose or their mouth. Hand Sanitizer is also a good ideal!
A HEALTHY TOOTHBRUSH IS A MUST! Being economical with your toothbrush is not a good ideal! Dentist recommend changing your toothbrush every three months, but in the event of illness, change it immediately. (I pour mouth wash over ours daily as a preventive measure.)
KEEP CLEAN. Germs and viruses love dirty bathrooms, laundry, trashcans and other unsanitary “hand-outs.” Regular cleanings, using anti-bacterial and/or disinfect cleaners can dramatically reduce gems and viruses.
A CLEAN KITCHEN SHOULD BE A GIVEN, GERMS AND FOOD JUST DON'T MIX!!
CLEAN BEDDING. Routine changes in bedding can reduce germs and viruses and also reduce chances of illness. Add Note: When purchasing bedsheets, always purchase extra pillow cases. Changing pillow cases more frequently reduces inhaled germs and viruses during sleeping.
REMEMBER TO DISINFECT. Add wiping doorknobs, remotes, telephones (remember the cell phones also), keyboards and other high traffic areas (don't forget the car interior) with anti-bacterial wipes as part of your weekly cleaning can greatly reduce germs and viruses and reduce illnesses.
DON’T FORGET THE CAR! It, too can be wiped down with anti-bacterial wipes on a regular basic, especially the steering wheel and interior doors.
**Tips based on personal opinions and experiences, not scientific proof.
**Originally published in the Feb 2006 issue of HomeTown Traditions Magazine
Flu Season!
By: Michael S. Huber, MD Family Physician
Community Medical Center, Lucedale Mississipp
Influenza (flu) is a viral respiratory illness that can present suddenly causing many symptoms including fever, cough, body aches, sore throat, fatigue and headache. Symptoms of the flu usually last four to five days after which you may have a dry cough, runny nose or scratchy throat for another week or so. The incubation period (the time from exposure to the flu virus until you develop symptoms of influenza) is usually from one to four days. Influenza is a distinct viral illness with very specific symptoms and it occurs at a particular time every year which is late fall and winter.
Influenza viruses A and B cause classic flu symptoms. These viruses are constantly changing producing different strains which may differ from year to year. This is why a new flu vaccine is necessary every year. You can help prevent the flu by being immunized with the influenza vaccine each year, ideally in October or November. The flu vaccine "flu shot" can be given to almost anyone after age 6 months who wishes to help prevent the flu. However during recent years with shortage of flu vaccine supplies, high risk individuals such as the elderly and individuals with asthma or chronic heart or lung disorders have taken priority. The flu vaccine typically takes two weeks to become effective and the immunity will usually last for three to four months. it is not usually beneficial to receive flu vaccination in January or beyond as immunity will not have time to develop before the peak of the flu season.
During the peak of flu season, health care professionals can usually diagnose influenza using symptoms alone especially if many cases of similar illness have occurred in the community. Rapid tests are available in most physicians' office to identify the flu virus from nasal or throat swab. This test usually takes 15 minutes or less. It can be done in the physician's office to confirm the diagnosis of influenza. Antiviral medications are available to reduce the duration and severity of flu symptoms. These medicines need to be started within two days of your symptoms of flu illness to be effective. Therefore it is important for any individual with flu like symptoms to contact their health care provider to see if the antiviral medication may be necessary to treat their illness. These same antiviral medications are also useful to prevent spread of influenza within households and for close contacts of individuals that are diagnosed with influenza. Antibiotics do not work against viruses and are of no benefit in treating influenza. Additional supportive treatments for influenza include; avoid smoking and second hand smoke, drink plenty of fluids and avoid alcohol. Over-the-counter analgesics may help to relieve aches and pains and reduce fever. Examples include acetaminophen, ibuprofen and Naproxen.
Most people recover from the flu without problems. However sometimes flu like illness can lead into bacterial infection such as ear infection, sinus infection, bronchitis or pneumonia. Early diagnosis and treatment of influenza may help to prevent these infections and complications.
If you think that you could have symptoms of the flu, contact your health care provider as soon as possible. Remember, the earlier the diagnosis is made the sooner treatment can begin and the sooner you can begin feeling better.
**originally published in the Feb 2006 issue of HomeTown Traditions Magazine
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