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Key outcomes

- Appointments: The board confirmed several county appointments by voice vote, including Scott Slover as county attorney (reappointment), Shaquille Martinez as county comptroller, Stephanie Washington as county administrator, Robbie Dollar as county road manager, George Ford as county engineer, Vernon Johnson as justice court administrator, and Brad Smith as acting fire coordinator. These were moved and approved during the meeting and recorded in the minutes.

- EMA/fire hire: The board appointed Pamela Clark as EMA fire operations chief/deputy director at an annual salary of $37,500. Motion carried.

- Samaritan Fund / health plan support: The board approved continuation of the Samaritan Fund arrangement used to assist high‑cost health claimants on the county insurance plan; staff noted the arrangement helps reduce overall plan costs.

- Home grant cash request (HOME program): Staff requested payment for completed work under a HOME program contract (100% grant funded). The board moved the request pending legal review: $58,550 (John Thompson, site removal/new home) and $47,050 (Lucille Smith, rehabilitation), plus $12,080 in administration fees for the regional planning partner. Action was recorded as pending legal review and reimbursement from the Mississippi Home Corporation.

- Project Safe Neighborhoods temporary hires and funding: The board approved adding a roster of temporary/seasonal workers to support Operation Safe Neighborhoods at a temporary rate discussed during the meeting (city and county are coordinating roles and funding); the board previously approved $40,000 and approved terms for the temporary hires while funds remain.

- Vehicle purchase: The board approved purchasing a county vehicle (for Ricky) from a state contract in the approximately $39,000 range, with trade‑in arrangements discussed; motion carried.

- Waste tire grants: The board accepted a $2,556 waste tire grant and approved closing out a $25,000 related grant.

- Reinsurance direct deposit: The board authorized the county’s reinsurance carrier to make direct deposits to the county bank account; bookkeeping staff to designate receiving account.

Other business

- Several tax adjustments and redemptions were approved by voice vote (property tax reductions/lot combinations noted in minutes).

- The board took multiple procurement and grant items under advisement where required (including low‑water bridge paperwork and several engineering/contract items) and spread certificates and bonds across the minutes as requested by staff.

Ending: Several items approved were operational and budgetary in nature; a few cash requests and contracts remain pending legal or administrative follow‑up per staff direction.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Regular Meeting of the Adams County, MS Board of Supervisors | 1/06/25 ","oneSentenceSummary","The Adams County Board of Supervisors approved a slate of appointments, personnel actions, contracts and grants at its Jan. 6 meeting. Items included multiple personnel appointments, acceptance of grants and the purchase of a county vehicle under state contract.","taxTitle","Adams County, Mississippi","taxId",70888,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":75,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":76,"_41":77,"_43":78,"_45":79,"_46":80,"_48":81,"_50":82,"_52":83,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":84,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":85,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":67,"_71":72,"_73":72},6389197,"Adams County awards disaster debris removal contract, supervisors discuss multi‑year bids",206,1959000,2165000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2113561-2c54f4eca79968a596a863895e831b68&start=1959&end=2165","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2113561-2c54f4eca79968a596a863895e831b68/thumbnail_1959000.jpg","/articles/6389197/Adams-County/Mississippi/Adams-County-awards-disaster-debris-removal-contract-supervisors-discuss-multiyear-bids","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6389197-bfba8277f84c8ede5126237a4fabdf54/orig.mp4?Expires=1771180839&Signature=dWvoISFH~B7G8Io~4pcUch8uI59jk3TR9p36n64R7SZ2STmDo0IEdiGw9yMgyezDa3HX7xo318WoFAZ31luGCai8j93PWtDTaY80OYaHZ9PBUIyB77wSbGkarEG0wVN6MKbN~SDPSFuz~Vg4JvMr5gi0hNkRBFT3GUdvbzhEhQl90xh6boeDtFp0uQ-XWFzBsHygK7a7ST8Yuvrt7ez35JNdLSAY9hR2wT8ATDK-mRpMzCa2ycZMEA5Kzn3XH3Av2JZqWJFYBMjbt1y1R1RTxFUxWeJpAz-y0Djd646pPGUEWvawWv-~8D17fEbnzFUSaDExrWJpGL3aezcJrBKoGg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Adams County Board of Supervisors approved a one‑year contract for disaster debris removal after reviewing multiple bids and discussed a proposal to seek multi‑year contracts in future solicitations.

At the Jan. 6 meeting, county staff reported the results of a solicitation for one‑year disaster debris removal: Looks Great Services of Mississippi (listed as “Looks Great”) submitted the lowest responsive bid at $6.25 per cubic yard. The board took the bids under advisement and subsequently adopted a motion to award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder.

Why it matters: Disaster debris removal contracts allow the county to secure eligible contractors so that debris clearance work can be reimbursed through FEMA and state emergency management agencies after storms. Several supervisors said locking contractors with multi‑year contracts could help ensure availability and faster response during emergencies.

Board action and debate: The motion to award the one‑year contract carried on a voice vote. During debate, Supervisor Gray suggested the county move to three‑year contracts to reserve capacity ahead of storms; other supervisors agreed that multi‑year agreements could provide predictability and improve vendor availability but noted procurement and fiscal implications. The board asked county staff to consider a three‑year option in future solicitations.

Next steps: Staff will finalize contract paperwork with the selected vendor under the existing one‑year solicitation and will include a recommendation about multi‑year procurements when the next solicitation cycle begins.","The board awarded a one‑year disaster debris removal contract to the lowest responsive bidder and debated moving to multi‑year contracts to lock vendors in before storms. The board also authorized staff to examine three‑year contracting during future solicitations.",{"_33":87,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":88,"_41":89,"_43":90,"_45":91,"_46":92,"_48":93,"_50":94,"_52":95,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":96,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":97,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":67,"_71":72,"_73":72},6389202,"Adams County approves EWP repairs after tense debate over long-term liability",3803,2065000,5868000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2113561-2c54f4eca79968a596a863895e831b68&start=2065&end=5868","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2113561-2c54f4eca79968a596a863895e831b68/thumbnail_2065000.jpg","/articles/6389202/Adams-County/Mississippi/Adams-County-approves-EWP-repairs-after-tense-debate-over-long-term-liability","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6389202-14f5df9c4c47d8ab90b5082c0b9662ce/orig.mp4?Expires=1771180839&Signature=eXbzxNFRvpMuq3ViHEZcmnkfXz~pEShBtMknE8BnG90GySGNVjoTVYMdkLLF245EPyKv2KxXYy9ZqyeTUU2HO6Jb4blUvRDGIxhfHgDaA5Fqi1tS8lMYhj201Vkz5atqQhIyqu0jiFtR2~fGTcVasWe3k~qoVDAYvpTeomVumvNHH7Ze-CoijzOemgbz400smHp7--Pja1o9V7LdLp65Rb6OXs0r1Vvm4COlcro5gY~gtYi1-xtoUXgu2nf4NKsXl-i-vLbawnpaYsDfX9-uxtjAdRYEglJHItdAairHlRnESshBtsoJd8jenqKFLoUcgSF7WMTbvqIk0KAClAj1Vg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Adams County Board of Supervisors voted to proceed with several Emergency Watershed Protection (EWP) projects but directed staff to draft new paperwork clarifying long‑term responsibilities for private‑property repairs.

Supervisors said the projects address urgent erosion and storm damage to private parcels that previously qualified for EWP assistance. The board moved and passed the measure after an extended discussion that centered on whether the county should be exposed to recurring repair costs beyond contractor warranties and the first year of post‑construction responsibility.

Why it matters: EWP projects use federal disaster programs to stabilize land and protect public infrastructure, but board members expressed concern that the county has repeatedly bore responsibility for follow‑up repairs when projects later fail. Several supervisors argued that without stronger contract and easement language the county could face ongoing obligations and unexpected costs that reduce funds available for county operations.

What the board decided: The motion, moved by Supervisor Gray and seconded by Supervisor Hutchins, carried after debate. The board instructed county staff and the county attorney to draft standard easement language and contract terms that (1) make property owners aware of their maintenance obligations after contractor and warranty periods, and (2) clarify that, except for a contractor’s warranty period (typically 1 year), the county is not responsible for indefinite long‑term maintenance on private property. The board also asked staff to confirm any proposed changes with USDA to ensure they do not jeopardize future EWP funding.

Discussion highlights: Several supervisors said property owners frequently fail to notify the county at early signs of erosion, which can allow small issues to grow into major failures that are expensive to repair. “If they contact the county early, a simple spoil of dirt can fix it,” one supervisor said during debate; others said the county cannot be an insurer for private property indefinitely and urged written notice to owners when projects are completed.

Next steps: County legal staff will draft the proposed easement and contract language and return with a recommended policy to place in future EWP easements. The board scheduled further review at a subsequent meeting and asked staff to confirm with USDA how contractual changes affect eligibility and reimbursements.

Ending: The board carried the EWP approvals but asked staff to return with written language and an implementation plan before committing to new long‑term responsibilities.","The Adams County Board of Supervisors approved Emergency Watershed Protection (EWP) repair projects after extended debate about who should bear long‑term costs when EWP work on private property fails. Supervisors asked staff and the county attorney to draft clearer easement language and consult USDA on funding and obligations.","actionData","errors"]

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