Polk County commissioners unanimously reappoint Jock Dalton to Forest Land Classification Committee

The Polk County Board of Commissioners on Jan. 7 unanimously approved a four‑year reappointment of Jock Dalton to the county’s Forest Land Classification Committee.

A staff communication from Jeff Glasson at the Department of Forestry requesting the reappointment was included with the agenda material; commissioners said Dalton has been filling the position and that his reappointment should have occurred a year earlier. A commissioner said the committee reviews properties for forest classification, which affects tax status and contributions to a local fire fund, and that members are typically owners of small woodlands.

One commissioner asked for more information about the committee’s charge and bylaws before finalizing routine appointments; another commissioner said they had spoken with Dalton, who wanted his name considered for reappointment. The motion to approve Dalton’s appointment for another four years was moved and seconded; the board voted aye and the motion passed unanimously.

During the same meeting the board also voted unanimously to approve the meeting agenda and to approve the minutes of Dec. 31. No amendments to the appointment were recorded and the transcript shows no additional staff direction or follow-up deadlines tied to the reappointment.