Pickens County Board of Commissioners Called Meeting | August 4, 2026

The Pickens County Board of Commissioners held a called meeting on August 4, 2026, primarily to discuss and authorize the initiation of a request for proposal (RFP) process to evaluate the use of a construction manager at risk (CMAR) approach for major SPLOST-funded projects. These projects include improvements at Roper Park (including an aquatic center), the public safety complex, and the Tax Commissioner building. The CMAR approach, recommended by the county's engineering firm DCC and Infrastructure, involves engaging a construction manager early in the design phase to provide input, commit to a guaranteed maximum price, and assume risk for change orders, potentially improving project timelines and cost control. The board voted unanimously to authorize the chairman to commence the RFP process and evaluate potential contractors. Additionally, updates were provided on completed summer paving projects and upcoming water system evaluations. Public comments addressed local road safety concerns and community initiatives, but no further procurement actions were taken.