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PAGE 2B PICKENS COUNTY PROGRESS THURSDAY. OCTOBER 10. 2019 Paper Clover campaign to help 4-H youth nationwide Contributions support 4-H youth with developmental programs Tractor Supply Company continues its mission to sup port youth in their local com munities by launching its fall Paper Clover campaign, a biannual fundraiser in part nership with National 4-H Council to provide scholar ships for 4-H members. The Paper Clover fundraiser provides thou sands of dollars each year to offer opportunities for youth to attend conferences, 4-H camps and other develop mental programs across the nation. This fall, Tractor Sup ply is asking for customers to help them reach the $1 mil lion goal by raising aware ness of the campaign via social media shares of their paper clover donations with #DonateAMillion. To participate in the Fall Paper Clover campaign, Tractor Supply customers and team members can pur chase a paper clover from Oct. 9 through Oct. 20 at stores nationwide. Customers also have the opportunity to donate online when making a purchase at TractorSupply.com. Each donation benefits youth within the state where it was collected, providing scholarships for numerous state level 4-H programs. Fundraising efforts are sourced for programs and events such as visits to the state capitol to meet with the agricultural department, lead ership conferences and camps where attendees can study a range of topics from beekeeping to raising and training animals to forestry. “Tractor Supply stands with 4-H in support of their community-based youth pro grams across the nation,” said Phil Reiter, vice presi dent of national and local marketing at Tractor Supply Company. “Every Paper Clover donation goes toward furthering the education and development of 4-H youth as they explore their skills and interests related to the rural lifestyle and beyond. We are proud to support the next Own a small business, non-profit, or church? Get the cybersecurity guide just released by the state Attorney General Chris Carr recently announced the release of a brand new re source for Georgia small businesses, non-profit organ izations and houses of wor ship. The release of Cybersecurity in Georgia co incides with National Cyber security Awareness Month in October. “Cybercrime and identity theft can have a huge impact on businesses and consumers alike - from the compromise of sensitive data to financial exploitation,” said Attorney General Chris Carr. “In today’s world, it is not if, but when, an attempt will occur, so we want all Georgia or ganizations to be as prepared as possible to safeguard their data and their customers’ data. Educational awareness is still the greatest protection against cyber threats, and our Consumer Protection Divi sion compiled these best practices that business own ers and organization man agers can consider when implementing their own poli cies and procedures.” Cybersecurity in Georgia provides information and tips about cyber threats, protect ing your data and network, training employees about cy bersecurity, planning for and responding to a security breach, cyber insurance and more. The guide will be distrib uted throughout the state. Businesses can download the guide from the Consumer Protection Division’s web site, To request a hard copy of the guide, please contact the Consumer Protection Di vision at (404) 656-3790. Between the Bookends By Emma Ingle, Pickens County Librarian Spooktacular Halloween Decor Friday, October 11th at 3 p.m., adults 18 and over are invited to come sit with other crafty adults and learn how to make simple, yet fun, decora tions for Halloween. Materi als will be provided for those who RSVP. Please R.S.V.P. For more information, please contact the Pickens County Library at 706-692-5411. DIYPumpkin Painting and Decor Monday, October 14th at 3 p.m., adults 18 and over are invited to come enjoy paint ing pumpkins. If you are not into decorating pumpkins, we will also be making decora tive pumpkins. Please bring your own pumpkin to paint! The pumpkin can be real or fake, that is up to you. Please R.S.V.P by October 13. Merlin’s Mission Meeting Tuesday, October 15th at 4 p.m., the wizard Merlin is in search of someone to carry out a top secret mission. Kids ages 7 to 12 are invited to discuss the tenth volume in the Merlin Missions story arc, Monday with a Mad Ge nius, and then participate in fun and STEAM-inspired ac tivities. Registration is re quired. Children 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult. NOTICE OF PROPERTY TAX INCREASE CITY OF JASPER The Council Members of the City of Jasper have tentatively adopted a millage rate which will require an increase in property taxes by 2.62 percent. All concerned citizens are invited to the Public Hearing on this tax increase to be held at City Hall, 200 Burnt Mountain Road, Jasper, GA 30143 on Sep tember 30,2019 at 6:00 PM at a Special Called Meet ing in the Council Chambers. Additional Public Hearings on this tax increase will be heard in the Council Chambers City Hall, 200 Burnt Mountain Road, Jasper, GA 30143 on October 7, 2019 at 9:00 AM and on October 7, 2019 at 5:30 PM. The millage rate will be adopted at a Regular Meeting on October 7, 2019 at 6:00 PM, following the public hearing. This tentative increase will result in a millage rate of 4.655 mills, an increase of 0.119 mills. Without this tentative tax increase, the millage rate will be no more than 4.536 mills. The proposed tax increase for a home with a fair market value of $100,000 is ap proximately $11.90. IMPORTANT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS CITY NOT INCREASING TAX RATES According to Georgia law, all taxing agencies must advertise a tax increase and hold three public hearings to claim taxes on reassessed properties even if the millage rate remains unchanged as is the case in the City of Jasper. The City of Jasper has tentatively adopted a millage rate equal to last year’s millage rate of 4.655. The millage rate is not being increased in the City of Jasper. The tax rate will be the same for 2019 as it was in 2018. Submit an article news@pickensprogress.com generation of our nation’s leaders.” Since the program’s in ception, Tractor Supply and National 4-H Council have generated more than $13 mil lion in their nine years of partnership for the fundraiser. This spring, the program raised more than $917,000 for 4-H programs and stu dents. “Thanks to our partner ship with Tractor Supply Company, its team members and the communities it serves, Paper Clover pro vides more youth with oppor tunities to learn-by-doing—something that is vital to the develop ment of their passions and in terests,” said Jennifer Sirangelo, president and CEO of National 4-H Coun cil. “It’s initiatives like Paper Clover that help empower and inspire all youth to han dle life’s challenges, con tribute to the world around them and ultimately develop into tomorrow’s leaders.” 4-H clubs are encouraged to contact a Tractor Supply store to participate during the in-store fundraiser. For more information on Paper Clover, visit TractorSupply.com/4H. THE POWEROF PAPER CLOVER Donations during Paper Clover at Tractor Supply stores make a world of difference for children in your state by supporting scholarships that send kids to 4-H camp and create leadership experiences. 4-H Is a global network of youth organuations that engage kids to reach their hill potential under Ibe principles Head. Heart. Hands & Health. DOLLARS GROW I "T.i LH H § J SINCE 2010 $2M 169,000 4-H YOUTH IMPACTED SINCE 2016 o SUPPORT 4-H YOUTH PLANT & ANIMAL OUTDOOR SUPPORT NATIONAL S.T.E.M. CREATIVITY MAKE A DONATION DURING PAPER CLOVER AT YOUR TRACTOR SUPPLY STORE. SPRING: MARCH 27 - APRIL 7 FALL: OCTOBER 9- 20 Lap-sit Storytime Thursday, October 17th at 10:30 a.m., Lap-sit Storytime is designed for children ages 1-3. Storytime is an interactive program to introduce your child to the love of reading. We have stories, music, Para chute Play, and more, which are designed to capture a child’s imagination. DIY Coffee Holder Thursday, October 17th at 5 p.m., adults 18 and over please come join us for craft ing hour. We all love hot drinks for the crisp fall air. Today we will make coffee holders that can be used every day or given as gifts. Homeschool Hangout Friday, October 18th at 11 a.m., homeschool families are invited to connect with other families and to learn about some of the resources the library has to offer. This will be a great opportunity to share experiences and ideas and to give your input for up coming homeschool pro gramming. Any children attending must be supervised. No registration is required. Request for Proposal For Pickens County Public Works Building Introduction: Public Works Department invites proposals to construct the facility described herein. Building plans are available to pick up at: Pickens County Commissioners Office 1266 East Church Street Jasper, GA 30143 Any utility plans not attached will be the responsibility of the successful bidder to ob tain. Any questions, please call the Director at 770-893-7349. PCPWD Contact: Director, Phillip Dean 770-893-7349 Bidders Meeting: Date: October 14, 2019 Time: 1:00 PM Location: Pickens County Administration Building 1266 East Church Street, Suite 149 Jasper, GA 30143 Attendance: Required if Contractor Bids Project The purpose of the meeting is to provide contractors the opportunity to ask questions concerning the new building. Bid Submission: Deadline Date: Thursday, October 24th, 2019 at 4:00 p.m. at said place publicly opened and read aloud. Bids Addressed To: Phillip Dean Pickens County Water Department 1266 East Church Street Jasper, GA 30143 Submission Procedure: • Proposals conforming to the requirements set out below must be received by US mail or courier no later than the deadline given above. • Proposals must state that they are valid for a period of at least thirty (30) days from the closing deadline. • Physical proposals must be marked, sealed, and submitted to the Pickens County Public Works Department, Phillip Dean. • Name and Address of bidder must also appear on the envelope. • PCPWD reserves the right to waive irregularities and to reject any or all bids. • PCPWD reserves the right to negotiate with the selected bidder in the event that the price exceeds the available funds. • Any bid may be withdrawn prior to the above schedule time for the opening of bids or authorized postponement thereof. • Any bid received after the time and date specified shall not be considered. • No bidder may withdraw a bid within thirty (30) days after the actual date of the opening thereof. NOTICE The Jasper City Council does hereby announce that the millage rate will be set at a meeting to be held at the Jasper City Hall on October 7, 2019 at 6:00 PM and pursuant to the requirements of O.C.G.A. Section 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. CURRENT 2019 TAX DIGEST AND 5 YEAR HISTORY OF LEVY Jasper City 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 Real & Personal 213,457,111 214,613,252 218,365,763 223,919,082 244,651,166 251,734,957 Motor Vehicles 5,782,760 4,370,500 3,204,980 2,395,630 1,885,650 1,631,220 Mobile Homes 24,550 17,844 17,686 17,686 17,686 17,686 Timber - 100% 0 0 0 0 0 0 Heavy Duty Equipment 0 0 0 0 0 0 Gross Digest 219,264,421 219,001,596 221,588,429 226,332,398 246,554,502 253,383,863 Less M& O Exemptions 5,361,803 5,546,498 5,411,383 5,733,741 8,168,810 6,170,559 Net M & O Digest 213,902,618 213,455,098 216,177,046 220,598,657 238,385,692 247,213,304 State Forest Land Assistance Grant Value Adjusted Net M&O Digest 213,902,618 213,455,098 216,177,046 220,598,657 238,385,692 247,213,304 Gross M&O Millage 9.368 9.552 9.529 9.482 9.497 9.811 Less Rollbacks (LOST) 4.678 4.862 4.846 4.827 4.842 5.156 Net M&O Millage 4.690 4.690 4.683 4.655 4.655 4.655 Total City Taxes Levied $1,003,203 $1,001,104 $1,012,357 $1,026,887 $1,109,685 $1,150,778 Net Taxes $ Increase -$2,099 $11,253 $14,530 $82,799 $41,093 Net Taxes % Increase -0.21% 1.12% 1.44% 8.06% 3.70%
