About The Jenkins County times. (Millen, Ga.) 2023-current | View Entire Issue (Aug. 16, 2023)
Page 6 - Wednesday, August 16, 2023 The Jenkins County Times j enkinsc ountytimes .com Perfection By Lee Wilson, Special Contributor for The Times BOOKING LOG August 16 August 8 - Larry Octavious Jackson, Hold for Court. August 8 - Willie Jones Mobley, Hold for Court. August 8 - Adrian Ancell Moore, Hold for Court. August 8 - Marquis Denzel Johnson, Hold for Bulloch Co. August 8 - Jakara Mone Holloway, Hold Placed Long Co. August 8 - Curtis Maruice Collins, Hold Placed Bulloch Co. August 8 - Ellis Daniel Bryant, Hold Placed Bulloch CoT August 8 - Wyee Jumon William, Hold Placed Bulloch Co. August 8 - Laron Naim Guillory, Hold Placed Bulloch Co. August 8 - Joshua Earl Roberts, Hold Placed. August 9 - Jahkye Anderson, Hold Placed BCSO. August 9 - Rashad Abdul Bernard Coley, Theft by Taking (Felony). August 9 - Randy Ray Allen Eunice, Hold Placed BCSO. August 9 - Kenneth Lewis, Hold Placed BCSO. August 9 - Dequar Stephenson, Hold Placed BCSO. August 10 - Tyrone Lynn Johnson, Default Bond Revoked. August 10 - Brandon James Royal, Theft by Receiving Stolen Property (Misd.) x 2. August 10 - James Grady Royal, Theft by Receiving Stolen Property. August 11 - Brett Kim Burke, Hold for Weekend. August 11 - Davvy James Overstreet, Hold for Weekend. August 12 -Taheera Crystal Scruggs, Interlock Probation Violation State Probation. EMPLOYMENT AVAILABLE FIREFIGHTER The City of Sylvania is accepting applications for the position of firefighter. Applicant would be responsible for general duties of engaging directly in firefighting, rescue, and fire prevention activities. Drives and operates fire equipment, assists in maintenance and repair of fire stations and equipment; does related work as required. Must possess certification as a Firefighter from the Georgia Firefighter Standards and Training Council or be able to obtain certification within one year of employment. Must have or be able to obtain a valid Class F State of Georgia Motor Vehicle Operators License. Salary increases after six-month successful probationary period and annually thereafter as budget allows. Benefits include health insurance including an employer paid option for the employee, retirement option, disability insurance, vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay. Applicant must pass a drug test and physical. Submit application to Stacy F. Mathis, City Manager, Sylvania City Hall, 104 S. Main St., Sylvania, GA 30467. The City of Sylvania is an Equal Opportunity Employer FREE TO GOOD HOME CALL REYNA @ 509-930-5662 “Smile and the world smiles with you.” We recently attended an Elder Rights Conference and participated in a program on older adult scams. It is estimated that millions of older adults from all walks of life encounter hamiful scams each year. If we think of society as a building that supports our wellbeing, then it makes sense to design the sturdiest building we can - one with beams and a solid foundation and walls necessary to keep everyone safe from scams and healthy as we age. We have organizations like consumer protection service agencies that work to stop scams and make sure companies, banks and lenders treat us fairly. But is it a scam??? Is the sales person using high pressure sales tactics? Scams often say things like, ‘Act now!”; “Time is mnning out!”; “This is a onetime offer!” Are you being told that you won a contest that you didn’t even enter? Lottery and sweepstakes scams almost always start this way. You can’t win a contest if you didn’t enter! Have you been scammed I the past? Often scam victims have their personal contact information sold to other con artists. You may get unsolicited calls from people promising to get your money back or provide other remedies or offers. These offers can be scams too. Beware! You may receive phone calls for services that you were not seeking. Sometimes scams begin with someone knocking on your door offering services or sending out promotional materials. This often happens I n the case of home repair scams. Sometime you may be contacted over the phone by the “police”. Some scams begin with a person pretending to be a police officer who tells you that they are concerned that you have been a victim of a crime. They then proceed to solicit your personal information. In tmth, the police will contact you in person if they have questions for you or believe that you have been a victim of a crime. Protect yourself: Sign up for the Do Not Call Registry at www.donotcall.gov. The Jenkins County School System, working w ith law enforcement officials, has implemented a Clear Bag Policy at Roy Head Stadium and the Jenkins County Schools Performance Gym. While we encourage fans to not bring any type of bags, outlined below is what will be permissible to carry into the stadium should a bag be necessary: ■ Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12.” Or ■ One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (Ziploc bag or similar). ■ Small clutch bags, approximately the size of a hand (no larger than 4.5” x 6.5”), with or without a handle or strap can be taken into the stadium. ■ Fans can still carry items such as binoculars, smart phones, tablets, and camera, so long as they are not in a bag or carrying case. ■ Seat cushions - no wider than 16” will still be permitted into the venues. Upon entry of Roy Head Stadium and the JCSS Performance Gym for any event, all patrons will be required to enter through Metal Detectors monitored by law’ enforcement. Please see below r : Jenkins County Athletics Clear Bag Policy Items Approved For Entry Oneg*uhi,up-waiabir de-ar Items Not Approved; Camera Case, Binoculars Case, Back Pack, Mesh Bag, Tinted Plastic Bag, Diaper Bag, Oversiied Tote, Printed Pattern Plastic Bag, or any items described in the JCMHS Weapons Policy. Shred junk mail, old bills, bank statements and any other documents that have personal information. It is ok to be rude. If a sales person calls or comes to your door and seems to not take no for an answer, close the door or hang up the phone. You don’t have to let yourself be pressured into anything. Never sign anything that you don’t understand. Have a trusted person to assist you. Everyone has a right to safety and to be protected from scams. CURRENT 2023 TAX DIGEST AND 5 YEAR HISTORY OF LEVY The Mayor and Council of the City of Millen do hereby announce the 2023 millage rate will be set at a Regular Meeting held at City Hall on September 5,2023 at 6:00 p.m. and pursuant to the requirements of O.C.G.A. 48-5-32 do hereby publish the following presentation of the current year’s tax digest and levy along with the history of the tax digest and levy for the past five years. 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 Real & Personal 33,820,759 36,025,089 41,279,955 42,238,708 42,791,684 55,134,354 Motor Vehicles 1,084,270 909,820 750,620 607,740 502,250 449,590 Mobile Homes 420,444 401,544 370,218 347,941 387,148 420,911 Timber -100% 0 0 0 0 0 0 Heavy Duty Equipment 0 0 0 0 0 0 Gross Digest 35,325,473 37,336,453 42,400,793 43,194,389 43,681,082 56,004,855 Less M & 0 Exemptions 1,449,599 2,621,201 1,928,118 2,584,089 2,409,670 2,573,547 Net M & 0 Digest 33,875,874 34,715,252 40,472,675 40,610,300 41,271,412 53,431,308 Gross M & 0 Millage 15.174 15.174 13.708 13.708 13.551 11.626 Less Rollbacks 7.101 7.101 6.460 6.462 6.332 6.098 Net M & 0 Millage 8.073 8.073 7.248 7.246 7.219 5.528 Net Taxes Levied 273,480 280,256 293,346 294,262 297,938 295,368 Net Taxes $ Increase -29,550 6,776 13,090 916 3676 -2570 Net Taxes % Increase -9.75% 2.48% 4.67% .31% 1.25% -.99 NOTICE OF PROPERTY TAX INCREASE The Jenkins County Board of Education has tentatively adopted a millage rate which will require an increase in property taxes by 9.36 percent. All concerned citizens are invited to a public hearing on this tax increase to be held at the Jenkins County Board of Education Central Office, 1152 East Winthrope Avenue, Millen, GA on August 21 st at 9:00 am. A second public hearing will be held at Jenkins County Schools, 433 Barney Ave, Millen, GA on August 21 st at 6:00 pm. Times and places of additional public hearings on this tax increase will be held at the Jenkins County Board of Education Central Office, 1152 East Winthrope Avenue, Millen, GA on August 28 th at 4:00 pm. This tentative increase will result in millage rate of 14.375 mills, an increase of 1.116 mills. Without this tentative increase, the millage rate will be no more than 13.259 mills. The proposed tax increase for a home with a fair market value of $125,000 is approximately $56 and the proposed tax increase for a non-homestead property with a fair market value of $100,000 is approximately $45. NOTICE The Jenkins County Board of Education does hereby announce that the millage rate will be set at a meeting to be held at the Board of Education on August 28th at 5:00 pm and pursuant to the requirements of O.C.G.A. § 48-5-32 does hereby publish the following presentation of the current year's tax digest and levy, along with the history of the tax digest and levy for the past five years. CURRENT 2023 PROPERTY TAX DIGEST AND 5 YEAR HISTORY OF LEVY BOARD OF EDUCATION 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 Real & Personal 271,210,311 285,647,214 293,064,019 285,945,384 309,852,065 352,795,777 Motor Vehicles 5,068,720 4,088,320 3,369,350 2,865,070 2,500,430 2,301,070 Mobile Homes 2,290,723 2,225,493 2,038,624 2,006,037 2,278,693 2,581,998 Timber - 100% 4,096,980 3,436,236 6,437,350 7,857,536 7,160,045 5,613,230 Heavy Duty Equipment O Gross Digest 282,666,734 295,397,263 304,909,343 298,674,027 321,791,233 363,292,075 Less Exemptions 69,289,443 71,662,816 51,191,713 56,684,939 58,538,364 58,978,305 NET DIGEST VALUE 213,377,291 223,734,447 253,717,630 241,989,088 263,252,869 304,313,770 MILLAGE RATE 15.4660 (Maintenance & Operation) 15.4420 14.9020 14.9080 14.8750 14.3750 TOTAL M&O TAXES LEVIED $3,300,093 $3,454,907 $3,780,900 $3,607,573 $3,915,886 $4,374,510 Net Tax $ Increase ($273,135) $154,814 $325,993 ($173,327) $308,313 $458,624 Net Tax % increase -7.64% 4.69% 9.44% -4.58% 8.55% 11.71%
