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1 APRIL 21, 2026 JASPER, FLORIDA REGULAR SESSION The Board of County Commissioners, Hamilton County, Florida, met in regular session on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room, 207 Northeast First Street, Jasper, Florida. Present were Commissioners Travis Erixton, Jimmy Murphy, Robbie Roberson, James Howell and Richie McCoy, a full Board being present. Also, present was County Attorney Andy Decker and County Coordinator Gary Godwin. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Roberson, led in prayer by Commissioner McCoy with the Pledge of Allegiance being led by Chairman Roberson. SHIP GRANT PROGRAM/CDBG GRANT PROGRAM/CDBG-CV GRANT PROGRAM – STATUS REPORTS AND REQUESTS Ship Administrator Spencer Nabors provided the Board with a written status report for each of the current grant programs. Mr. Nabors presented the Board with a Resolution and discussed the recommended changes to the 2026, 2027 and 2028 LHAP. Mr. Nabors also discussed the recommended changes to the HAP. ➢ Motion by Commissioner Erixton to adopt the Resolution for the LHAP as recommended by ITC. Second was made by Commissioner Howell, motion carried with a unanimous vote. ➢ Motion by Commissioner McCoy to approve the HAP Plan update as presented by Mr. Nabors. Second was made by Commissioner Erixton, motion carried with a unanimous vote.

2 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS – STATUS REPORT AND REQUESTS Economic Development Director Chuck Burnett provided the Board with a status report on economic development projects. Following the report, Mr. Burnett presented the Board with a sign option for the Alapaha Commerce Center. After review, the Board agreed to all Mr. Burnett to get an estimated cost for the sign. ROAD PAVING PROJECTS – STATUS REPORT Kellan Bailey, with North Florida Professional Services, provided the Board with a status report on the current road projects. Mr. Bailey stated that the Hatley project is proceeding according to schedule with the contractor having completed the brick repair. Mr. Bailey also advised the Board that the Wastewater Treatment Plant consent compliance plan has been completed and will be submitted to FDEP with the execution of the grant agreement forthcoming. Greg Bailey provided the Board with an update on the area of CR 135 where Nutrien will be conducting a dragline crossing. Mr. Bailey stated that he has video of the road and conducted a survey profile of the road elevation prior to the dragline crossing. The Board discussed the need to have a survey profile conducted prior to all dragline crossings in the future. Mr. Bailey stated that he is still working on the cost estimate for the Church parking lot. Mr. Bailey provided the Board with the final report on CR 132 and stated that the paving project has been completed. CONSENT AGENDA ➢ Motion by Commissioner McCoy to approve the consent agenda. Second was made by Commissioner Howell, motion carried with a unanimous vote. FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT ORDINANCE – AMENDMENT – FIRST READING Clerk of Court Greg Godwin read the title of the Floodplain Management Ordinance as presented.

3 ➢ Motion by Commissioner Erixton to approve the 1st reading of the Floodplain Management Ordinance as presented. Second was made by Commissioner Howell, motion carried with a unanimous vote. WAIVER OF AMBULANCE STAND-BY FEE FOR ANNUAL RODEO ➢ Motion by Commissioner Erixton to approve for the waiver of the ambulance stand-by fee for the Rodeo on May 1st and 2nd. Second was made by Commissioner Murphy, motion carried with a unanimous vote. RESTROOM TRAILER RENTAL FOR ANNUAL RODEO ➢ Motion by Commissioner McCoy to approve for the rental of a restroom trailer for the Rodeo due to the inadequacy of the current restroom facilities. Second was made by Commissioner Erixton, motion carried with a unanimous vote. The Board requested staff to provide the Board with a cost estimate for a restroom trailer. LEGAL ISSUES AND REPORT County Attorney Andy Decker provided the Board with a status report on the following items: 1. Economic Development Agreement and Lease Agreement for Project Front Porch. Mr. Decker advised the Board that he will forward both agreements to the legal team for Project Front Porch. 2. Curt’s Construction Inc.- Mr. Decker provided the Board with a status report of the negotiations with Curt’s Construction regarding the SR 6 Logistics Park project. Mr. Decker stated that the date, time and place for mediation is being determined. 3. Mr. Decker briefly discussed the Burn Ban and Local State of Emergency placed into effect by the Board.

4 APPROVE BILLS ➢ Motion by Commissioner McCoy to approve the bills (vouchers 177671 – 177831, checks 077833 – 077906, Pon 350 - 356). Second was made by Commissioner Erixton, motion carried with a unanimous vote. EMPLOYEE GRIEVANCE INVESTIGATION ➢ Motion by Commissioner Erixton to allow the Krizner Group to do an investigation into the allegations made by Road Department employees. Second was made by Commissioner Murphy, motion carried with a unanimous vote. CORRESPONDENCE AND ANNOUNCEMENTS ➢ County Coordinator Gary Godwin discussed with the Board the need to let bids for the replacement of the carpet and renovation of the restrooms at the Jasper Library. After a brief discussion, the Board agreed to allow Mr. Godwin to contact Sears Tile for the carpet and to proceed with bidding for the restroom renovations. Mr. Godwin stated that the City of Jasper is requesting to own the entire downtown park. After discussing the request, the Board stated that they would like to see what the City of Jasper is planning prior to deeding the county portion. ➢ Jennifer Gissoni discussed with the Board the placement of the Memorial Day crosses and the need for assistance. ➢ Wanda Ashley advised the Board that the Food Pantry refrigerator has been repaired.

5 There being no further business before the Board, Chairman McCoy adjourned the meeting at 6:55 p.m. ______________________________ ROBBY ROBERSON, CHAIRMAN ATTEST: __________________________________ GREG GODWIN, EX-OFFICIO CLERK

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