News October 2007

OFFICIAL STATEMENT
OFFICE OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
770.460.5730 Ext 5101
October 29, 2007
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            We are deeply saddened to hear of the untimely passing of Representative Dan Lakly. Dan’s public service career spanned more than 25 years, during which he served as a Peachtree City Councilman, a member of the Fayette County Board of Commissioners and State Representative. Ask anyone who knew him and they will tell you that he worked tirelessly on issues affecting not only Fayette County but the entire state. His vigor and zest for public office will be difficult to replace. We extend our deepest sympathies to his family and ask all citizens to keep them in their thoughts and prayers in the days ahead.
            Commission Chairman Jack Smith said today, “Fayette County has lost a true servant and friend. Dan was always thoroughly prepared to discuss topics affecting Fayette County and, even if you didn’t agree with him, you usually knew exactly where he stood on the issues. That character trait was a testament to his confidence, his enthusiasm and his zeal for public service. We will not only miss his tenacious representation at the State House, but we will miss the person you could always count on to care mightily about our community and our citizens, both publicly and privately.”

Recycling Made Easy

No sorting required! A new recycling facility has been installed at the Fayette County Landfill/Transfer Station and is in full operation.

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Public Invited to Flood Risk Information Open House

Fayette County Administration Complex (Commissioners Chambers)
140 Stonewall Avenue West in Fayetteville, GA.

Monday, November 5, 2007 from 6:30 pm –7:30 pm

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OFFICIAL STATEMENT
Office of the Board of Commissioners
Fayette County, Georgia

The Fayette County Board of Commissioners met on Friday morning, October 19, to authorize the hiring of its first-ever in-house County Attorney.

By unanimous vote, the Board authorized the appointment of Scott Bennett to the newly created position of fulltime staff attorney. Mr. Bennett, currently a resident of Henry County, will leave his position as Attorney for the City of McDonough to begin his job with Fayette County on November 12. He had formerly also worked in the DeKalb County Law Department and has experience as both in-house and outside legal counsel for local governments.

The position of staff attorney was created earlier this year following discussions on whether or not the County could save taxpayer dollars by hiring a fulltime staff attorney. Commission Chairman Jack Smith said, “While we were fortunate to have had a number of excellent applicants for the position of in-house attorney, any of whom could have served our County well, we believe Scott brings to us the mix of experience and qualities best suited for our Board and for our community. We have every confidence that he will be able to provide us with a unique insight from having served both as a plaintiff against and a defense for local governments. The Board is optimistic that this new direction will be beneficial for Fayette County and its citizens and will provide a fresh approach to the county’s legal issues.”

Set Your Clock

The Fayette County Department of Fire and Emergency Services would like to remind all residents that when they change their clocks this fall to also change the battery in their smoke detectors.

Read about why homeowners should ensure that they have a properly functioning smoke detector in their home.

PUBLIC NOTICE

The Fayette County Board of Commissioners will meet in a Special Called Meeting on Friday, October 19, 2007, at 8 a.m. for discussion and possible action concerning one personnel item. The meeting will be held in the County Commission Conference Room located in Suite 100 of the Fayette County Administrative Complex at 140 Stonewall Avenue West, Fayetteville, Georgia.

Avoid Septic System Problems: Attend October 24 Seminar

Did you know that as a homeowner you’re responsible for maintaining your septic system?  Did you know that maintaining your septic system protects your investment in your home?  Did you know that you should periodically inspect your system and pump out your septic tank?

A seminar will be conducted by Rick Fehr, Chief of Environmental Health, Fayette County Health Department,  to help you understand how your system works and what steps you can take as a homeowner to ensure your system will work properly. 

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PUBLIC NOTICE

The Fayette County Board of Commissioners will meet in a Special Called Session on Wednesday, October 10, 2007, at 5 p.m. for the purpose of discussing one personnel item in Executive Session. The meeting will be held in the County Commission Conference Room located in Suite 100 of the Fayette County Administrative Complex at 140 Stonewall Avenue, Fayetteville, Georgia.

Kenwood Park Opens

Kenwood Park officially opened on Saturday, October 6th.  An estimated crowd of 200 people eagerly awaited the chance to tour the new facility and to be the first try out the new amenities.

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PUBLIC NOTICE

The Fayette County Board of Elections and Voter Registration has cancelled the regularly scheduled October meeting which was to have been held on Tuesday, October 23, 2007 at 5:00pm. A meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 9, 2007 at 5:00pm in the Office of the Fayette County Board of Elections and Voter Registration, Suite 208, 140 Stonewall Avenue West, Fayetteville, Georgia. The purpose of this meeting is to replace the regularly scheduled October monthly meeting which has been cancelled. 

Fayette County Board of Elections and Voter Registration
Marilyn Watts, Chairman
David Studdard
Al LaMothe

OUTDOOR WATER BAN

The director of the Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) has declared a level four drought response across the northern third of Georgia, which prohibits most types of outdoor residential water use effective immediately.

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