Macon-Bibb seeking Irma aid for property owners
Now, the county is collecting damage assessments on private properties in order to submit an application to
"We're collecting all of that data and we'll put in a request to get individual assistance from
The county also is finalizing contracts to help with debris removal. Contractors could start within the coming week on picking up the larger piles of debris that have been moved to right of ways.
In the meantime, the
The county is taking the debris to four temporary storage areas.
"We've been moving this along as quickly as possible to get this taken care of," Hawkins said. "With this going through we have to make sure we're following our own proper procurement procedures... to get back as much money as possible."
Budget supplement
The money covers expenses for overtime, maintenance, vehicle repairs and others during the fiscal year that ended
The county has already increased property taxes this year after dealing with some budgetary issues in recent years. The extra 3 mills is expected to cover additional costs for public safety, recreation and other services, as well as further prevent the county from dipping into reserves.
There could also be some changes coming to the current
Health insurance
The commission referred a resolution back to committee that could lead to some changes in employee health insurance.
Commissioner
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