Feb. 26 2026 Work Session

The Carroll County, Georgia work session held on February 26, 2026, focused on several procurement and budget-related topics. Key discussions included the interview of architect finalists for the sheriff's office replacement and jail relocation project, and a financial review showing revenues and expenditures aligned with budget expectations, including capital purchases nearing completion. The board reviewed a letter advocating for reform of Georgia's municipal annexation laws to protect county interests and rural communities, urging support for Senate Bill 496. Additionally, the 911 users board recommended proceeding with an RFP for replacement of the Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) system and related law enforcement and jail management systems, with Mission Critical Partners assisting in the RFP process at a cost of $100,500. The board also considered a resolution to implement cost-saving measures for solid waste services, including transitioning to a self-sustaining department funded by user fees, proposing a $50 annual fee for convenience center use, and changes to furniture collection to save approximately $1.22 million annually. Finally, the board discussed a capital improvement project for Moss Ferry Park, requesting up to $175,000 for bathroom, pavilion, parking lot paving, and other amenities to open the park by midsummer. Motions and votes on these items were deferred to the upcoming Tuesday meeting.