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Sheep Eat Chinese Privet at Field Day Event 2-24-09 |
| Posted by: Kate on 02/26/2009 10:11 AM (Read: 186) |
Summary: At the David Henry Hardigree Wildlife Sanctuary just south of Watkinsville, eighty Bluefaced Leicester and Katahdin sheep are hard at work clearing privet and honeysuckle in a demonstration test site on the property.
Quote: "Will they eradicate Kudzu?" - attending participate.
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Chicken Mull – Southern Style - December 6, 2008 |
| Posted by: Kate on 12/11/2008 11:10 PM (Read: 261) |
Watkinsville First Christian Church – What an Operation!
Summary: The annual Chicken Mull fundraiser at the Watkinsville First Christian Church parking lot on the corner of Main Street and Simonton Bridge Road on Saturday, December 6, 2008 was somewhat unique. About 75 men, women and children of all ages met to set up for cooking 1,350 lbs of hens to make a mull like you’ve never tasted before to sell to the public. There was no “boss” shouting directions.
Check the Photo Album of the event. |
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Bishop's Annual Fall Political Dinner 10-14-08 |
| Posted by: Kate on 11/11/2008 12:12 AM (Read: 232) |
Some familiar Candidates and some new faces this year
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Summary: The Bishop Dinner is traditionally held twice a year - Spring and Fall to bring the community together to hear the candidates share their philosophy and why the voter should support him or her. A couple of new faces this year - Democratic opposition for a local Board of Education seat and a Democratic opposition for the 10th District U S Congressional seat held by Rep Paul Broun.
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Georgia Community Service Board Conference (GACSB) 10-5-08 |
| Posted by: Kate on 10/16/2008 12:10 PM (Read: 277) |
Mental Health In Crisis In Georgia
Summary: Representatives from all 26 CSBs in Georgia were invited to attend their Association’s 11th annual meeting at the Lake Lanier Resort near Buford, GA dubbed the Educational Exchange with a theme of Leveraging Innovation. The mission of the GACSB, Inc is to promote the exchange of information and to represent the community service boards on legislative and administration matters and to advocate for the highest quality of services for clients of mental health, developmental disabilities and addictive diseases.
Quote: “With the pending changes to restructure the Department of Human Resources, the development of a Department of Behavioral Health and with the funding from the state shrinking, (the) theme this year, LEVERAGING INNOVATION, is a key to our future success.” Angelo Harris, President, GACSB |
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A Forum for Today’s Economic Situation 10-16-08 |
| Posted by: Kate on 10/13/2008 12:37 PM (Read: 287) |
Information That You Can Use Today
Sponsored by Political Research and Studies (Richard B. Russell Library)
Summary:The forum will use the National Issues Forums non-partisan, deliberative approach to tackling tough community issues in a civil way. Trained, neutral moderators will guide the discussion and ensure that the discussion never devolves into a debate. As we all face these difficult and uncertain economic times, this topic for discussion is relevant to a broad audience. |
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Political Season Heating Up, 9-30-08 |
| Posted by: Kate on 09/30/2008 02:57 PM (Read: 308) |
A Surge in Interest in the November Election
September 30, 2008
Summary: The primary election in Oconee County was spirited with a segment of the local electorate showing some disappointment in some elected officials in the present county administration by supporting Sarah Bell (she lost by only 100 votes) for Commission Chairman and putting Commissioner Don Norris out of office. The 3 other Commissioners withstood strong opposition from fellow Republicans. For the Board of Education, one Democrat ran for a Post.
Afterwards, a calm covered the electorate until a few weeks later when Senator John McCain announced Alaska Governor Sara Palin as his Vice President running mate. And now, the excitement guage is off the chart. |
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Bethel United Methodist Church Annual Revival and Homecoming 9-14-08 |
| Posted by: Kate on 09/28/2008 10:27 AM (Read: 261) |
Summary: In the late 1700s, the colonists settling on the east coast did not have the luxury of huge spacious buildings in which to meet and hold religious services, so they met in their homes or under a large shady centrally located tree. So it was today, under the shade trees behind the church, young and old, immediate and extended family met to celebrate their church, their memories, and life's blessings with a taste of good southern cooking. It was also the beginning of Revival.
Quote: "I remember when services were held by light from lanterns." |
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NO BIO-TERROR LAB IN ATHENS - 8-14-08 |
| Posted by: Kate on 08/15/2008 09:24 PM (Read: 322) |
Last Meeting with NBAF Officials at UGA Mahler Auditorium Brings Out Hundreds to Have Their Say
Thursday, August 14, 2008
Summary
Two sessions were held: one at 12:30pm to 4:30pm and one at 6:00pm to 10:00pm. About 250 people attended each session. Three panelists gave a short presentation after which about 20 minutes were given to members of the audience to question them. They gave their answers. Then the public comment period began in which some 60 people (total) stood at the mike and made their points. Instructions were given for speakers to direct their comments to the panel of 3 (a representative from each of the agencies: USDA, NBAF and EIS Committee). Name and affiliation of each speaker was an option and so some comments below were not identified. All comments which were limited to within 3 minutes each, “were recorded and will be considered within the final Environmental Impact Study document to be published in the fall of 2008 along with the choice of location.” My comments are given at the end of this document. |
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Foreclosures & Bankruptcy in Nation and Oconee County 2-29-08 |
| Posted by: Kate on 03/02/2008 11:33 AM (Read: 1212) |
Housing Slump Hit Neighbors Hard
Friday, February 29, 2008
(From RealTrack.com) The number of homes facing foreclosure jumped 57 percent in January compared to a year ago, with lenders increasingly forced to take possession of homes they couldn't unload at auctions, a mortgage research firm said Monday. (See info below for Oconee County).
Nationwide, some 233,001 homes received at least one notice from lenders last month related to overdue payments, compared with 148,425 a year earlier, according to Irvine, Calif.-based RealtyTrac Inc. Nearly half of the total involved first-time default notices.
The worsening situation came despite ongoing efforts by lenders to help borrowers manage their payments by modifying loan terms, working out long-term repayment plans and other actions.
"You have more people going into default and a higher percentage of the properties going back to the banks," said Rick Sharga, RealtyTrac's vice president of marketing.
The U.S. foreclosure rate last month was one filing for every 534 homes. Rounding out the top 10 states with the highest foreclosure rates were California, Florida, Arizona, Colorado, Massachusetts, Georgia, Connecticut, Ohio and Michigan. |
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“BIG HEARTS” Pageant for Special People 2-23-08 |
| Posted by: Kate on 02/26/2008 02:43 PM (Read: 1458) |
ExtraSpecialPeople, Inc Benefit
Saturday, February 23, 2008
Summary: The decorations were just beautiful – the huge pictures of a big heart with the arteries streaming to the angels of the extra special people set as the background on the stage. A big arch of red balloons opened for each contestant to enter and greet the audience. Later on into the evening, 5 performers gave their all and the winners were chosen by the number of votes given by the attendants. Their performances were precious.
Quote: “I stand up here , my heart laid bare, Can you see my beautiful soul? Look inside me when you stare, I’ll make you laugh, think and cry, As I bravely give the stage a try. Let my heart change yours tonight, Because I’m an angel under the bright lights. |
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Oconee County ARBOR DAY - February 16, 2008 |
| Posted by: Kate on 02/21/2008 05:13 PM (Read: 1432) |
Oconee County C&B members came out early on Saturday as they do each February to be ready for the public to come by their location and pick up a free tree - a Dogwood this year from the Georgia Forestry Department.
Small seedlings, muddy roots, muddy water, plastic gloves, plastic bags, ties, scissors, hot coffee, doughnuts and good socializing.
Monica Ali was in charge of the project this year. She and C&B member gave out about 500 dogwoods in about 1 1/2 hours. The number of trees is multiplying in Oconee County - thanks to another project by your Oconee County Clean & Beautiful Commission. |
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BOC Agenda Meeting 1-29-08 |
| Posted by: Kate on 01/31/2008 10:54 AM (Read: 1491) |
No Laws Broken with Closed Meeting
Tuesday, January 29, 2008
Summary: The Agenda included a reading of the State law concerning sealed bids discussed in a non-public meeting; a Resolution was read for Police Officer Courtney Gale; students from the Gainesville State College Oconee Campus were recognized; presentation of Impact Fees was heard; explanation of TDRs (Transfer of Development Rights) was given; an intergovernmental agreement involving the Upper Oconee River Basin Authority (Bear Creek Reservoir) was presented and the results of a meeting to consider proposals for the $10 million upgrade of the waste water treatment facility (LAS) was summarized.
Quote: “Much has been said that is erroneous concerning the RFP meeting to hear proposals for the LAS upgrade.” - Oconee County Board of Commission Chairman Melvin Davis |
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Replace Education Tax? - Walker County Messenger 120 E. Patton Street, LaFayette, GA, 1-16-08 |
| Posted by: Kate on 01/16/2008 01:08 PM (Read: 1391) |
Look Closely at Education Tax Proposal
by Sis Henry, executive director, Georgia School Boards Association
Note: Reprinted in full from the Walker County Messenger.
Map: Walker County (northwest corner) and Oconee County Highlighted.
Dear editor:
This legislative year, there will be numerous tax plans proposed in the Georgia General Assembly promising tax reform. Be leery of the six-second soundbite, which may be enticing, but at a closer look may be seriously and fatally flawed. In some instances, what may appear as a tax cut is actually a tax shift. For some elderly who are already exempt from school taxes, some proposals would actually mean a tax increase. |
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BOC Regular Meeting 1-3-08 |
| Posted by: Kate on 01/15/2008 09:04 PM (Read: 1382) |
No Interbasin Water Transfer Resolution Passed
Thursday, January 3, 2008
Summary: Choice of 3 different Resolutions to the GA Water Management Plan -no action taken, 5 rezones considered, all approved: Athens Academy expansion, Bubber Wilkes subdivision on SR 15, telecommunications tower, Coldwater Creek rezone and modification.
Quote: “I hope I didn’t thoroughly confuse you.” – Alan Theriault on reciting 3 different Resolutions for the Statewide Water Management Plan to the Board to consider passing. |
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BOC Meetings – Actions Taken at End of 2007 |
| Posted by: Kate on 01/14/2008 11:30 PM (Read: 1324) |
Summary of the Last 7 Meetings:
9 - 24, 10 – 4, 10 – 30, 11 – 6, 11 – 27, 12 – 4 and 12 – 18, 2007
The BOC meets twice a month, a Regular meeting on the 1st (mostly rezones) and an Agenda Setting meeting on the 4th Tuesdays (recognitions, resolutions, consent items, etc.) of each month unless scheduled on other days because of conflicts or called meetings for special hearings. All meetings are public except when executive sessions are needed. A good portion of items are heard at one meeting and acted on at the next meeting.
The list below is a recap of actions taken for the months of September, October, November and December in 2007. |
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