General
Agenda — 21 items
- Approval of a contract with MEJA Construction Company for Phase 1 -Preconstruction Services, and Architectural/Design Services for the Public Health Building Renovation and New Construction project in the amount of $360,000 to be funded by the General Fund and Public Health (in partnership) and authorize the Chairman to sign all related documents pending final legal review.
- Approval of a contract with Green Heart Enterprises in the amount of $100,000.00 (Option 2 $87,290.50 + Contingency $12,709.50) for the Chicago Avenue Maintenance Complex fence and gates to be funded by SPLOST 2022 and authorize the Chairman to sign all related documents pending final legal review.
- Approval of a BREEZE System Participation Agreement with Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority in the amount of $92 per month, to be funded by passenger fares and authorize the Chairman to sign all related documents pending final legal review.
- Approval of an agreement with Convergint for the installation of an Access Control System (ACS) and retrofit of an existing Aiphone video intercom system at the Douglas County E-911 building, in the amount of $64,615.00, to be funded through the 2026 E-911 budget, and authorize the Chairman to sign all related documents pending final legal review.
- Approval of a supplemental time extension agreement with KCI Technologies, INC., in connection with Chapel Hill Road/Campbellton Street @ Interstate 20 Improvements Project, P.I.# 0019636 until December 31, 2027 with no impact to the budget and authorize the Chairman to sign all related documents pending final legal review. (Was left off of the last Consent Agenda)
- Approval of an agreement with Convergint for the installation of an Access Control System (ACS) and retrofit of an existing Aiphone video intercom system at the Douglas County EMA/E-911 building, in the amount of $8,915.00, to be funded through the 2026 EMA budget, and authorize the Chairman to sign all related documents pending final legal review.
- Approval of an agreement with Greystone Power in the amount of $93,211.57, in connection with the installation of streetlights on Lee Road Phase II, to be funded by SPLOST 2016 and authorize the Chairman to sign all related documents pending final legal review. (Was left off of the last Consent Agenda)
- Commission Meeting Minutes of October 20, 2026.
- Work Session Minutes of October 19, 2026.
- Executive Session Minutes of October 19, 2026.
- Elected Officials / Constitution Officers Workshop of October 21, 2026.
- Approval of an MOU with Splendors of Africa for a $10,000 donation to be funded by Commissioner Martin Raxton's budget for an annual turkey giveaway and authorize the Chairman to sign all related documents pending final legal review.
- Save the date for District 3 Commissioner Martin Raxton’s 6th Annual Turkey Drive! Commissioner Raxton will be teaming up with Splendors of Africa and The Prayer House of Faith to distribute food and Thanksgiving turkeys to families in need. The giveaway will take place on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at the Arbor Place Mall parking lot from 8 AM until supplies run out. Additionally, a free breakfast will be served at The Prayer House of Faith beginning at 8 AM. For more information, please contact Splendors of Africa at 404‑985‑1661.Election Day is tomorrow for the Georgia General/Special Election. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. Voters must report to their assigned precincts to cast their ballots. For information on voting locations, scheduled elections, precinct wait times, and sample ballots, visit <a href="http://www.douglascountyga.gov" target="_blank">www.douglascountyga.gov</a> and click on the Board of Elections tab.Don’t forget, Douglas County’s Annual Veterans Day Parade will be held on Saturday, November 7th at 11 a.m. in Downtown Douglasville. Join us as we honor our Veterans for their dedication and service. To register to participate or for additional parade information, visit www.douglascountyga.gov or email constituentservices@douglascountyga.gov.</strong><br><br><strong>Congratulations to Animal Services Director Vanessa Francikowski for being selected as the recipient of the “Boots on the Ground” award for her innovative prioritization of spay/neuter initiatives, which serve as a model for animal service centers throughout Georgia. Director Francikowski will be recognized at the Fix Georgia Pets “Under the Sea” Gala. We applaud Director Francikowski on this notable achievement. District 1 Commissioner Henry Mitchell III, in partnership with Welcome to Douglasville, is inviting the public to “The Room: The Right People. The Right Conversations. One Room” a networking event for business leaders. The event will be held on Saturday, December 5 from 6-10pm at Twisted Pye on Market Street in Douglasville. For ticket information, visit: theroom.wlecometodouglasville.com. ---Save the Date! Join District 1 Commissioner Henry Mitchell III for his next Coffee & Conversation on Saturday, December 5, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in Citizens Hall at the Douglas County Courthouse. This collaborative town hall will bring together leaders from the county, city, and school district to discuss priorities and plans for 2027. Residents will have the opportunity to discuss community issues, hear updates on local initiatives, ask questions, and share ideas. We look forward to connecting with you
- Added after Executive Session - Motion to proceed as discussed in Executive Session regarding the PRB ruling on October 22, 2026 and authorize the Chairman to sign all related documents pending final legal review.
- Presentation by Mauldin & Jenkins for the 2026 Internal Controls Compliance Audit for P-Cards, Credit Cards, and External Vendor Accounts.
- Added after Executive Session - Motion to proceed as discussed in Executive Session regarding the Dwight Futch Jr matter and authorize the Chairman to sign all related documents pending final legal review.
- Proclaiming November as National Native American Heritage Month in Douglas County.
- 2027 Budget Public Hearing.
- 2027 Proposed Budget Presentation
- Acceptance of the FY 25 GEMA/HS Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) Base award, used to cover a portion of the EMA Director's salary and authorize the Chairman to sign all related documents.
- Declaring November 5th, 2026 as International Project Management Day and recognizing all of the Project Managers in Douglas County Government.
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