June Wood, Chair, called the Regular Meeting of the Henry County Board of Commissioners for 9:00 a.m., Tuesday, August 1, 2017, to order.

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1 Page 1 of 13 STATE OF GEORGIA COUNTY OF HENRY The Henry County Board of Commissioners held a Regular Meeting at 9:00 a.m., on Tuesday, August 1, 2017, in the Community Room, County Administration Building, at 140 Henry Parkway, McDonough, Georgia. Notice of this meeting was posted in the entrance foyer of the County Administration Building. The Daily Herald was notified of this meeting. Those present were: June Wood, Chair Johnny Wilson, District I Commissioner Dee Clemmons, District II Commissioner Gary Barham, District III Commissioner Blake Prince, District IV Commissioner Bruce Holmes, District V Commissioner Also attending was: Cheri Hobson-Matthews, County Manager; Brad Johnson, Assistant County Manager; Patrick Jaugstetter, Attorney for the County; and Stephanie Braun, County Clerk. INVOCATION The Invocation was given by Don Ash, E-911/EMA Director. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance is recited. CALL TO ORDER June Wood, Chair, called the Regular Meeting of the Henry County Board of Commissioners for 9:00 a.m., Tuesday, August 1, 2017, to order. Chair Wood recognized Stacey Jordan-Rudeseal, Chief Planner, as he had an announcement to make to the citizens and attendees of the meeting. Mr. Jordan-Rudeseal explained that Planning & Zoning had originally scheduled an appeal of Leslie Morrison at 648 Ward Road, to be heard this morning. This is rescheduled to be heard on September 19, 2017, at 6:30 p.m. and will not be heard this morning. ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA Chair Wood advised that prior to accepting the Agenda; the following item was to be changed: Removing XIV. COUNTY MANAGER (B.) Resolution approving the ERP contract with Tyler Solutions. Gary Barham, District III Commissioner, made a motion to accept the Agenda, as amended; Johnny Wilson, District I Commissioner, seconded the motion. The motion was carried unanimously (6-0-0).

2 Page 2 of 13 PROCLAMATIONS T.C. Carter Melissa Robinson, Communications Director, read Proclamations regarding a Camp Creek train wreck, which occurred June 23, The first was recognizing T.C. Carter, a Pullman porter, for his bravery during the train wreck, and was read aloud as follows: WHEREAS, On the night of June 23, 1900, while the sleeper car of Southern Engine No. 7 lay in the rushing waters of Camp Creek not far from the blazing inferno that was once the forward cars; and WHEREAS, T.C. Carter, an African American Pullman porter, injured in the horrific No. 7 crash, challenged by his own need for safety and desire to live, heard the cries of surviving passengers within the wreckage; and WHEREAS, Despite his painful hip and other injuries, T.C. Carter s concern for the safety and wellbeing of others transcended his own need; and WHEREAS, T.C. Carter s bravery showed not only the men and women of his day, but also us today, that heroism knows no race, gender, religion, orientation, nationality or creed; and WHEREAS, In memory and recognition of this heroic act, and the sense of community which emerged from the Camp Creek tragedy, the Henry County Sheriff s Department, Police Department, Fire Department, and Department of Emergency Management in conjunction with public safety from the City of McDonough participated in the T.C. Carter Safety Day, an event sponsored by Councilwoman Sandra Vincent of McDonough, the McDonough Mainstreet Program, Commissioner Gary Barham, volunteers Barbara and Joe Frazier, and John and Holly Quinn; and WHEREAS, the memory of T.C. Carter is memorialized in the writings of Georgia Historian and Professor Jeffrey C. Wells book In Atlanta or In Hell ; and WHEREAS, the spirit and sense of community which emerged from the Historic Camp Creek train wreck is permanently engrafted in the fiber of Henry County. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED by the Henry County Board of Commissioners that T.C. Carter be remembered and honored as a true Henry County hero for his bravery and compassion in saving the lives of others during the Camp Creek Train Wreck. This 1 st Day of August, 2017, signed by Chair, June Wood, and attested by Stephanie Braun, County Clerk. J.J. Quinlan Ms. Robinson then read the Proclamation recognizing J.J. Quinlan, a flagman, for his bravery during the train wreck which occurred on June 23, 1900, and was read aloud as follows: WHEREAS, On the night of June 23, 1900, the train of Southern Engine No. 7 caught fire near McDonough after crashing into the stormy waters of Camp Creek. Departing from Macon and

3 Page 3 of 13 traveling north to Atlanta, Engine No. 7 began crossing over the Camp Creek trestle but it had been compromised due to a severe rain storm; and WHEREAS, The devastating wreck resulted in 39 souls lost with just seven survivors, and among the seven surviving passengers, J.J. Quinlan, flagman struggled to climb a 50 foot muddy bank to seek help, and after finally reaching the top, Quinlan ran two miles to the McDonough train depot to warn and stop an oncoming freight train from disaster, likely saving hundreds of lives; and WHEREAS, Despite his injuries, Quinlan s concern was for the safety of those yet to reach McDonough; and WHEREAS, The spirit of J.J. Quinlan s bravery in the face of terror should continue to live throughout our communities in Henry County, as his heroic acts to save the lives of others while dealing with his own personal injuries, should be an example to all; and WHEREAS, the memory of J.J. Quinlan has been memorialized in the annual Quinlan s 5K Run, an initiative started by McDonough Councilwoman Sandra Vincent, Barbara Frazier, Jeff Wells, Caprice Walker and John Quinn. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED by the Henry County Board of Commissioners that J. J. Quinlan be remembered and honored as a true Henry County hero for his bravery and compassion in saving the lives of others during the Camp Creek Train Wreck. This 1 st Day of August, 2017, signed by Chair, June Wood, and attested by Stephanie Braun, County Clerk. PHOTOGRAPHS WERE TAKEN RECOGNITION Finance Award Recognition Cheri Hobson-Matthews, County Manager, explained that there are two (2) financial reports submitted by local governments every year. The Henry County Finance Department is being recognized for the reports they submitted and Ms. Matthews wanted to commend this department and introduce the staff and take photographs afterward. She stated they are being recognized for receiving the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Financial Officers Association (GFOA) from both the United States and Canada for fiscal years between This award is given to governments whose Comprehensive Annual Financial Reporting (CAFR) achieves the highest standards in government accounting and financial reporting. For the past 12 consecutive years, including the most recent audit in 2016, the county has received a certificate of achievement for its CAFR. Henry County is only one of 38 counties and 112 government entities in Georgia to receive a Certificate of Achievement in The 2016 results have not been posted yet by GFOA. Ms. Hobson-Matthews also recognized the Finance Department for the Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) for fiscal years ended This award is given to governments whose Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) conforms to program standards of creativity, presentation,

4 Page 4 of 13 understandability and reader appeal. PAFRS are specifically designed to make the financial information they contain more readily accessible and understandable to a broader audience than that served by traditional financial reporting. The county s PAFR has received the Award for Outstanding Achievement 11 consecutive years, and is one of only two counties out of 159 counties and twelve government entities in Georgia to receive an Award for Outstanding Achievement for Ms. Hobson-Matthews stated again what an honor it was to have the Finance Department standing before us to receive these awards and commended them for a job well done. Ms. Hobson-Matthews introduced Fred Auletta, Finance Director; Rikki Martin, Accounts Payable Administrator; Gina Vance; Sloan Jinks, Accounting Tech; Dustin Farron, Accountant; Mallory Wimpy, Purchasing (formerly Finance, Junior Accountant) ; Danielle Gunn, Accountant I; Arica Webb, Accountant I; Joy Robinson, Grant Accountant; and Lori Lynn Robinson, Assistant Finance Director. She thanked them for their service in co-authoring and contributing to the recognized outstanding financial reports in receiving the awards. PHOTOGRAPHS WERE TAKEN PRESENTATION Library Carolyn Fuller, Director, Henry County Library System, thanked the Board for the amended Budget last year, as she prepared to present her report on how those funds were spent, such as allowing for more staff, open more hours, which are evident in the positive impact changes this year. She presented a packet for the Board members and gave them an update of the events and changes made in the Library System over the last budget year: 1. Summer Reading Program (Build a Better World). In June, program attendance was up 10% from June 2016 and attendance is up 22% for the FY She stated that could be attributed to 2 elements: the increased hours which allowed more time for programs, and more staff to develop educational events. She provided a copy of the Library Times, Vol. 17, which shows the schedules of all the learning experiences for all the branches for children, teens, and adults. These learning experiences range from history, science, music, technology, storytelling, animal adventures all had a literacy component to them. New Teen Summer Reading Program: they implemented a scratch and win game ticket. Each day a teen checked out materials at the library they received a ticket, some were instant win and they won a variety of prizes. All of the tickets were entered into a drawing for an Ipad (courtesy of the Friends of Henry Libraries, Inc.) System wide they have had close to 3,000 entries. 2. During March, a Teen Tech Week was featured in all the branches and programs were very well attended. The Library System has also participated in several community activities highlighting STEAM initiatives such as the STEM SE Atl Consortium. 3. Some upcoming activities are those centering around the solar eclipse happening on August 21. On Saturday, August 12 9:00am 5:00pm, there will be an indoor planetarium at the Cochran Library with space science sessions for children of all ages. The children will sit inside the dome to view the space-theme programs. The programs will also be streamed outside the dome for the children who are afraid to enter the dome and for the parents. All of the shows to be shown center around the science of the earth and the stars. Each is 30 minutes long and will cycle throughout the day. There are a couple of Solar Eclipse viewing parties from 1:00 4:00 on August 21 at the Fortson and Fairview Libraries.

5 Page 5 of 13 The Library System will begin distributing solar glasses to patrons on August 1. These are approved glasses to use to view the eclipse without harming the eyes. These glasses were provided through a grant. 4. Another exciting activity is the partnership with Henry County Schools to get library cards into the hands of children in the schools. The library has been working with the BOE, Georgia Public Library Services, and PINES community to get digital cards for students which will allow students to access their digital materials from their schoolroom or from home. This is an idea they have been working on for a couple of years. They are 1 of only 3 systems in the state that PINES has approved for this project. If a parent wants the child to have full access to all library materials, the parent only has to come to the library and sign a form that allows checkout of printed materials. 5. Partner with Gordon College to serve as their students library for their McDonough campus. Several times during the year, the library teams teach the college students with the Library Director from Gordon State. 6. HCLS hosted the 1 st state-wide Share-A-Rama Conference for teens. This Conference was developed and presented by our library staff for library staff from all parts of Georgia. We had 17 different library systems attend from all over Georgia and one from Tennessee. 7. Henry County Library System served an Alpha, Beta, and full production Acquisition Module for PINES which will be used by public libraries in Georgia. This module will be used to order materials and track funds. This system is now in general release for the state. 8. HCLS tested a PINES app for android phones as well as an online payment system for overdue fines. Both of these are now in general production for the entire PINES community throughout the state. 9. Two issues of the Library Connection have been published, distributed through the Henry County Times, highlighting available library resources. More issues are being planned. 10. They are planning for activities for the fall such as the Fall Festival in McDonough, and a visit from Curious George at Fortson in Hampton (sponsored by the Friends). 11. Coming up in October, 5 employees will be presenting their innovative programing at the Georgia Libraries Conference. Each employee submitted a proposal to the very competitive conference and they are very proud to have so many asked to present their work. 12. The Library participated in the Parent Expos in McDonough and Stockbridge. Ms. Fuller concluded by stating the Library is finalizing a Strategic Plan for the next 3-5 years. Dee Clemmons, District II Commissioner thanked the library and the staff for their perseverance in promoting reading and providing the current performance data, which will assist in the continued funding for the Library System in Henry County. SPLOST Quarterly Update Roque Romero, Transportation Project Director and Ron Burckhalter, Capital Projects Director, both approached for the presentation. Mr. Burckhalter explained that they will give highlights of each of the projects, which will be posted on the county website under the SPLOST department s tab. He then gave his presentation, with slides for visual viewing, to the Board. After the overall countywide projects and updates, Mr. Burckhalter then went by each facet of the projects pending, to give presentations and updates, and was then joined by Mr. Romero in further providing updates for each Transportation project, including road improvements and right-of-way

6 Page 6 of 13 acquisitions. Capital Improvements projects were also updated for the Board, which is also on the county website, as previously stated. Commissioner Clemmons asked about the completion of the bridge over Blackhall; Mr. Romero corrected himself and explained that the project is at the point of acquiring right-of-way and apologized for the error. The Commissioner asked about the proposed roundabout for Jodeco Road at Blackhall; Mr. Romero responded that has not yet been started, therefore, there are no updates on it. It is listed as an intersection improvement and they are waiting for a contract from GDOT as they will pay eighty (80%) percent of the construction cost; the contract must be approved by the Board as well as approve the low bid submitted. The Commissioner explained that these projects have been pending and she wishes them to be completed in a timely manner. Commissioner Barham expressed his appreciation for the presentation and updates and would like to see more of them in the future. Regarding Elliott Bridge, he asked if the cost for the right-of-way is $300,000; Mr. Romero responded it is correct. The Commissioner clarified that the rest of the funding will come from the state. He asked about a timeframe when the state will issue that move; Mr. Romero responded that all of the right-of-ways have to be acquired and the money from GDOT is actually federal funds, so it depends on when the funds will be allocated. Federal funding will cover the construction and Henry County and SPLOST s only responsibility is to acquire the right-of-way. Commissioner Wilson asked, on Fire Station #14, if it is scheduled to open in September; Mr. Burckhalter responded that it is. Bruce Holmes, District V Commissioner asked for an update on the meeting at Village Park; Mr. Burckhalter responded that the sod will be installed within the next week, as well as re-grading in the areas needed. The drainage on the football fields will be done next week. The Commissioner noted that the detention pond was worked on and asked for an update; Mr. Burckhalter responded that the pond is being drained because of an error in the original survey. An independent third party verified the volume for the pond, which will be completed this week. CONSENT AGENDA Chair Wood advised that the following items shall be considered on a Consent Agenda. Before voting on the Consent Agenda, Commissioners will have the opportunity to add or delete items: Public Safety A. HCPD: Resolution accepting the Wal-Mart Community Grant, in the amount of $1,500 for the Henry County Police Department s C.O.P.S. Unit. Exhibit #1 Resolution Building & Plan Review Transit A. Resolution approving request for the creation of a new Street Light District for Castlebrook Subdivision on South Ola Road. District I. Exhibit #2 Resolution A. Resolution to accept and award funds for the Henry County FY2014 FTA Section 5339 Bus and Bus Facilities Grant. Exhibit #3 Resolution

7 Page 7 of 13 DOT A. Resolution authorizing the Chair to sign a Georgia Department of Transportation Local Maintenance Improvement Grant (LMIG) Application for Fiscal Year Exhibit #4 Resolution There being no questions or comments from the Board, Commissioner Clemmons made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda; Commissioner Barham seconded the motion. Commissioner Holmes remarked that the LMIG funding coming from GDOT is about $430,000 split for resurfacing, which he believes is not enough money to get anything done on the improvements. This stresses the need for more funding in order to serve the citizens and keep the road infrastructure up to date. There was no need to move this from the Consent Agenda, as the Commissioner simply wished to make a point on that specific item. HCFD There being no further discussion, the motion was carried unanimously (6-0-0). Resolution approving updated agreement with Piedmont Henry Hospital to provide medical supplies and pharmaceuticals to the Henry County Fire Department. Exhibit #5 Sam Polk, Captain, Henry County Fire Department, explained that this agreement has been place since the hospital was under the name of Henry Medical. This is an updated wording of the agreement and is up for renewal and approval. This was reviewed by the County Attorney and the updating dealt with language regarding Medicaid and Medicare requirements in securing supplies and their purchases, as well as staff s ability to obtain pharmaceuticals, if needed, from another location. There being no questions or comments from the Board, Commissioner Wilson made a motion to approve; Commissioner Holmes seconded the motion. The motion to approve Resolution was carried unanimously (6-0-0). PURCHASING Resolution approving the bid award for construction of Turner Church Road. Exhibit #6 District III. Rod Gray, Purchasing Director, gave a brief explanation of the details outlined in the Executive Summary for the Board. Commissioner Barham wondered that if this was approved, if there is an estimated completion date for this; Mr. Gray deferred to the Transportation Project Director to respond. Mr. Romero approached and explained that there are 300 days for completion of the project. Once the bid is awarded, it takes approximately two (2) weeks for the contractor to provide information about bonds and insurance to the Purchasing Department, then once that is received, it would be given a Notice to Proceed, hopefully by the end of this month. The Commissioner noted that the City of McDonough has a water line on the existing Turner Church Road and asked if they will relocate that; Mr. Romero responded they will not and it ties in at the two subdivisions road end. There will be work done on McDonough Parkway extension on Turner Church, but that is at the entrance on the Hwy. 155 side.

8 Page 8 of 13 There being no further questions or comments from the Board, Commissioner Barham made a motion to approve; Commissioner Holmes seconded the motion. The motion to approve Resolution was carried unanimously (6-0-0). DOT Public Hearing COMMISSIONER PRINCE WAS NOT PRESENT Resolution abandoning and declaring surplus a portion of Harris Drive Right-of-Way for Henry County Department of Transportation. Exhibit #7 Wade Stroud, Director of Transportation, gave a brief explanation of the details outlined in the Executive Summary for the Board. There being no questions or comments from the Board, Chair Wood advised that this is a Public Hearing. All persons wishing to be heard in opposition of this request will have a total of ten (10) minutes to make comment; those in favor of this request will also have a total of ten (10) minutes to make comment. Chair Wood called for anyone wishing to make comment in opposition of this request to come forward. A second call was made for anyone wishing to make comment in opposition of this request. Seeing none and hearing none, Chair Wood then called for anyone wishing to make comment in favor of this request to come forward. A second call was made for anyone wishing to make comment in favor of this request. Seeing none and hearing none, Chair Wood closed the Public Hearing and opened the floor for the Board s questions or comments. There being no questions or comments from the Board, Commissioner Wilson made a motion to approve; Commissioner Holmes seconded the motion. The motion to approve Resolution was carried by a vote of (Commissioner Prince not present during vote; and Chair Wood abstained). Authorization of Deed Resolution authorizing the deeding of certain real property (surplus portion of Harris Drive Rightof-Way) for the Henry County Department of Transportation. Exhibit #8 Board. Mr. Stroud gave a brief explanation of the details outlined in the Executive Summary for the COMMISSIONER PRINCE RETURNED TO THE MEETING There being no questions or comments from the Board, Commissioner Clemmons made a motion to approve; Commissioner Barham seconded the motion. The motion to approve Resolution was carried by unanimous vote (6-0-0).

9 Page 9 of 13. PLANNING & ZONING Public Hearing (ULDC-AM-17-04) An Ordinance by Henry County, GA to amend Table Non-Residential Land uses in Base Zoning Districts specific to Finance and Insurance Offices in accordance with Sections and of the Henry County Unified Land Development Code. Countywide. Exhibit #9 Mr. Jordan-Rudeseal explained that this was a request to amend the ULDC which currently prohibits finance and insurance offices in the M-1 and M-2 Industrial Zoning Districts, which is inconsistent with the treatment of other offices, including real estate and general business offices that are currently permitted in these Zoning Districts. The amendment would permit same. There being no further questions or comments from the Board, Chair Wood advised that this is a Public Hearing. All persons wishing to be heard in opposition of this request will have a total of ten (10) minutes to make comment; those in favor of this request will also have a total of ten (10) minutes to make comment. Chair Wood called for anyone wishing to make comment in opposition of this request to come forward. A second call was made for anyone wishing to make comment in opposition of this request. Seeing none and hearing none, Chair Wood then called for anyone wishing to make comment in favor of the request to come forward. A second call was made for anyone wishing to make comment in favor of this request. Carl Swensson, Stockbridge Mr. Swensson remarked that he does not understand how the finance and insurance offices got separated from other businesses in M-1 zoning. He is in favor of this request. With that, Mr. Swensson concluded his comment. Seeing no one else, Chair Wood concluded the Public Hearing. Commissioner Holmes asked what other business types are allowed in M-1 zoning; Mr. Jordan-Rudeseal referred the Commissioner to the overhead display which listed the permissible uses for M-1 zoning. There being no further questions or comments from the Board, Commissioner Wilson made a motion to approve; Commissioner Barham seconded the motion. There being no further discussion, the motion to approve Ordinance was carried by unanimous vote (6-0-0).

10 Page 10 of 13 COUNTY MANAGER T-SPLOST Resolution pertaining to T-SPLOST. Ms. Hobson-Matthews approached and presented the Resolution before the Board for T- SPLOST on the ballot at the November 2017 General Election. She reminded the Board of the T- SPLOST presentation that the County Attorney and she presented with proposed revenues expected if the county was to put this on the ballot and it was supported by voters. She gave a brief history of how this was to be done. Regarding the $2 billion-dollar shortfall, Commissioner Clemmons asked if there was a resurfacing goal of seventy-five (75) miles worth of road per year, but only eleven (11) miles were being done; and whether or not these road resurfacing projects were included in that amount. Ms. Hobson- Matthews responded that the $2 billion only identified the critical Transportation projects (new roadways, extensions, sidewalks), but this funding, if voted upon, could go towards resurfacing/repaving. Commissioner Holmes believes that it would be irresponsible if the citizens are not allowed to decide the way the county should look in the future. There is a desperate need for subdivision roads to be repaved, the road infrastructure is poor, there are many dirt roads which need to be paved, and there is a demand for sidewalks. This will not be decided by the Board of Commissioners, but should be on a referendum in November for the residents to decide. He believes this should be approved for a vote in November by the residents of Henry County. Blake Prince, District IV Commissioner asked for a synopsis, by District, of the priorities per Commissioner, and percentages of money they want to use in their District. For example, which roads in which Districts are priorities; which GDOT or county roads are to be widened, are to be resurfaced, are to be paved; if public transportation is going to be funded and in which District, and how much percentage is to be used for multi-use paths; what percentage in what Districts will be used for sidewalks, and what will be used for new roads. Ms. Hobson-Matthews responded that she will gather the answers to those questions for the Commissioner and bring that back to the Board. There is no project list which has been determined at this point, but it is critical to look at the approved Comprehensive Transportation Plan as the framework to determine what the projects are. Staff will meet with each Commissioner to determine the priorities per District to craft a project list. The Commissioner believes that without this detailed breakdown, he does not fully know what he would be voting on. He has been working with the state over the last couple of years, and the county is getting $300 million dollars from HB170. Commissioner Barham agreed with the District IV Commissioner s remarks and does not believe this to be ready for a vote and is not in favor of this. Commissioner Holmes explained that this has been discussed for about a year, with a base line that goes back to SPLOST-I, so he does not understand how any of the Board would not know which roads and which communities need attention. He believes that each Commissioner should know what is needed in road infrastructure in his/her own District (roads need to be widened, resurfaced, or paved). He stated that any Commissioner that does not his/her own road construction needs in his/her own District should not serve on the Board at all. Chair Wood agreed that there is a significant issue with transportation in Henry County and that a lot of citizens have spoken up about taxes. For the Board to be responsible, the citizens and the Cities need to be part of identifying the priorities and if there is a T-SPLOST vote, she does not want it to fail,

11 Page 11 of 13 even though it is known that there is a funding gap. She believes that the citizens and the Cities need to first identify the priority needs, then come back at a later time with a T-SPLOST and allow the citizens to decide what to do and give a level of transparency. Commissioner Clemmons agreed with the Chair and added that if this is not voted upon today, she asked the County Manager to look at the Comprehensive Transportation Plan and what has already been identified and list them in priority. The District II Commissioner emphasized that this is not a T- SPLOST to bring public transportation to Henry County - only for road widening projects and walking trails. Chair Wood responded that the Comprehensive Transportation Improvement Program does address a fixed route. She agrees that the fixed routes need to be addressed and commuter options explored, but the citizens must have input on this as well. Commissioner Wilson believes there should be a SPLOST-V to look forward and keep the Capital Improvements as well as Transportation issues. If T-SPLOST is put on a ballot, SPLOST-V could be jeopardized, as he does not believe they could both be in effect at the same time. There being no further questions or comments from the Board, Commissioner Holmes made a motion to approve (excluding the Transit) the T-SPLOST based on road infrastructure improvement, dirt road resurfacing, subdivision resurfacing, as well as walking paths throughout the county, dependent on that District s Commissioner; Commissioner Clemmons seconded the motion. The motion failed by a vote of Commissioners Wilson, Barham, Prince and Chair Wood voted in opposition. Priority One Capital Project List Resolution approving Priority One Capital Project List. Brad Johnson, Assistant County Manager, explained that last week, the millage was approved and just recently, the FY18 Budget was approved. This is the next phase in moving the funds from Fund Balance over to Capital Asset General Fund, at a total price of $5,327,500, the transfer is which is presented for approval. There being no questions or comments from the Board, Commissioner Wilson made a motion to approve; Commissioner Holmes seconded the motion. The motion to approve Resolution was carried by unanimous vote (6-0-0). PUBLIC COMMENTS Chair Wood advised that citizens are allowed to voice county-related concerns and opinions that are not listed on the Agenda during this portion of the meeting. Anyone wishing to speak must first sign in with the County Clerk prior to the beginning of the meeting, completing the Public Comment Speaker Form. Speakers will be given five (5) minutes to address the Board. Each person who addresses this Board shall not make any personal, impertinent, slanderous or profane remarks to any member of this Board, staff, or general public; any person who makes such remarks, or who utters loud, threatening, personal or abusive language, or engages in any disorderly conduct which disrupts, disturbs or otherwise impedes the orderly conduct of this Board meeting shall, at the discretion of the Chair or a majority of the Board, be barred from further audience before the Board during that meeting.

12 Page 12 of 13 Stephanie Braun, Clerk, Henry County, advised the Board that there were six (6) speakers signed up for Public Comment, and the following citizens spoke before the Board: Larry Morey, Bill Toney, David & Charlotte Parks, Melvin Raney, Carl Swensson, Keith Garland. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Holmes made a motion to approve the Minutes of July 18,2017; Commissioner Prince seconded the motion. The motion was carried unanimously (6-0-0). CHAIR & COMMISSIONER COMMENTS There were no comments from the Board. COUNTY MANAGER COMMENTS Cheri Hobson-Matthews, County Manager, had no comment. UPCOMING MEETINGS & EVENTS A. Tuesday, August 8, 2017, 8:00 a.m., Joint Called Meeting with the Henry County Water Authority to be held at the Tussahaw Water Treatment Facility; B. Tuesday, August 15, 2017, 6:30 p.m., Regular BOC Meeting; C. Wednesday, September 6, 2017, 9:00 a.m., Regular BOC Meeting (NOTE: The regularly scheduled BOC meeting for Tuesday, September 5, 2017, has been rescheduled to Wednesday, due to Labor Day holiday) EXECUTIVE SESSION Chair Wood called for Executive Session in accordance with the provisions of O.C.G.A and other laws pertinent to the advice of the County Attorney for the purpose of discussing a personnel item. Commissioner Clemmons made a motion to convene into Executive Session; Commissioner Wilson seconded the motion. The motion to convene into Executive Session was carried by unanimous vote (6-0-0). RECONVENE EXECUTIVE SESSION Commissioner Holmes made a motion to reconvene into Public Session; Commissioner Wilson seconded the motion. The motion to reconvene was carried by unanimous vote (6-0-0). AFFIDAVIT & RESOLUTION Commissioner Holmes made a motion to approve the Affidavit & Resolution pertaining to Executive Session; Commissioner Clemmons seconded the motion. The motion was carried by unanimous vote (6-0-0).

13 Page 13 of 13 ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Henry County Board of Commissioners at this time, Commissioner Holmes made a motion to adjourn; Commissioner Wilson seconded the motion. The motion to adjourn the meeting was carried unanimously (6-0-0). Stephanie Braun, County Clerk June Wood, Chair