Oconee County Board approves key facility upgrades and launches superintendent search agency

The Oconee County Board of Education held a work session on May 5, 2025, focusing on several key updates and action items related to district facilities and personnel. The meeting began with a construction update, highlighting the district-wide generator project, which includes improvements to the data center's reliability and new air conditioning installations.

Next, the board discussed the upcoming installation of practice field lighting at County High School, with lights expected to arrive in the last week of May and installation set for early June.

Three action items were presented for approval at the upcoming board meeting on May 12, 2025. The first item involved door hardware improvements at North Oconee High School, with a recommendation to approve Classic City Doors for a project costing $83,523.20. This upgrade aims to standardize hardware across the district.

The second action item proposed an addition to the parking lot at Oconee High School, recommending Smith and Co Incorporated for a project costing $822,916.46. This addition will create 194 new parking spaces, aligning the parking capacity of both high schools.

The third item addressed paving for the maintenance facility, with a recommendation to approve Magnum Paving for a project costing $192,414. This paving will enhance safety for vehicle parking and material storage.

Following the facilities report, Human Resources Director Mr. Kofer presented an update on the recent retirement reception for 19 educators, celebrating their nearly 400 years of combined service to Oconee County Schools. The board also discussed the search for a new superintendent, with a recommendation to approve Georgia Leadership Associates as the search agency. This agency will be led by experienced retired superintendents, Dr. Allen McCannon and Mr. Wes Taylor.

The meeting concluded with an invitation for questions, emphasizing the board's commitment to transparency and community engagement. The next steps include formal approvals of the discussed action items at the upcoming board meeting.