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County staff requested a motion to approve the resolution examining public-official bonds as part of routine annual duties; the board approved the resolution unanimously after a motion and second. The board then reviewed and approved the schedule of regular meetings for 2025.

Several commissioners raised concerns about holding only one evening meeting each month. One commissioner said the schedule can be “completely unfair to the county employees,” noting staff have at times stayed late into the night and suggesting the board consider morning sessions or other adjustments during intensive work periods such as the budget process. Board members discussed trying changes to presentations and agenda control to shorten meetings and reduce overtime costs.

Interim County Manager Warren Cave reminded the board that the regular Tuesday meeting on Nov. 11, 2025, falls on Veterans Day, and said the board may move or reschedule that date if it prefers. Staff also told the board to expect a likely special midyear budget review around February to prep for next year’s budget process.

All procedural votes on the bond resolution and the 2025 meeting calendar passed unanimously by raised hands.

Votes at a glance
• Approval of resolution examining public-official bonds — approved unanimously.
• Adoption of 2025 regular meeting schedule — approved unanimously. Discussion included raising the possibility of moving the Nov. 11 meeting, which falls on Veterans Day, and scheduling a midyear budget review in February.

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The swearing-in took place during the public meeting. Interim County Manager Warren Cave outlined the role of the chair, saying the position is “known as the chief executive officer of our county,” responsible for setting and understanding agendas, presiding over meetings and overseeing board tasks. Cave urged the incoming chair to use the role to keep meetings efficient and orderly.

Commissioner Antoine nominated Young for chair; Commissioner Shields seconded the motion. The board voted unanimously to elect Young. After the vote, Young thanked his colleagues, saying, “I just want to say thank you for the trust, gentlemen,” and signaled priorities on improving efficiency and service to residents.

Young nominated Commissioner Shields as vice chair; Shields was elected unanimously. The board held the two votes on the record during the same meeting in which the new commissioners took their oaths.

Earlier in the meeting commissioners recognized Commissioner Higdon for 12 years of service, with several members praising his leadership and mentorship. Higdon declined extended remarks when invited to speak.

The new leadership said they will aim to shorten lengthy meetings and ensure agendas are prepared so staff and the public can participate without late-night sessions. Young said a primary focus will be “a high level of service provided to our citizens.”

The meeting also included routine items and other votes recorded separately.

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Macon County board approves official-bond resolution and 2025 meeting schedule; members debate meeting timing

Josh Young sworn in and chosen as Macon County commission chair; Barry Breeden also sworn