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Statewide Judicial
emergency expected
to end June 30
Chief Justice
Harold D. Melton
announced June
4 that he plans
to issue an order
Monday extending
for the fifteenth
time the State
wide Judicial
Emergency he
first declared March 14,
2020 in response to the
COV1D-19 pandemic. But
he expects this order
extending the judicial
emergency will be the
last.
In a virtual emergency
meeting this afternoon
with members of the
state’s Judicial Council -
the policy-making body
for the judiciary - the
Chief Justice told judges
from across the state
that he does not expect
the Statewide Judicial
Emergency to extend
beyond June 30 at 11:59
p.m.
He said that on
Monday, June 7, when
he issues the last order
extending the emergency,
he will also issue a for
mal “Notice of Expected
Termination of Statewide
Judicial Emergency.”
“We’ve been looking at
the trend lines in the
Governor’s public health
emergency orders based
on revised CDC guide
lines and the decline in
COV1D-19 rates across
the state. Because 1 am
doubtful that the Gov
ernor will continue the
public health emergency
beyond June 30, 2021,1
do not expect to issue
another order extending
beyond June 30 the State
wide Judicial Emergency
that has been in place
for nearly 15 months
already,” he said. “As we
have been advising for
some time now, courts
and litigants across the
state need to prepare
for how they will oper
ate without a Statewide
Judicial Emergency order
in place,” Chief Justice
Melton said. “It will take
hard work, creativity,
and cooperation
to get our courts
back to two full
operations and
to resolve the
large backlogs of
cases that have
accumulated due
to the restrictions
the pandemic
required.”
As will be discussed
further in the Notice of
Expected Termination,
the chief judges of the 49
superior court judicial
circuits have statutory
authority to issue local
judicial emergency or
ders to suspend certain
legal deadlines and to
designate alternative
court facilities.
Under new legisla
tion enacted during this
year’s session of the Gen
eral Assembly, the chief
judges of superior and
state courts also have
authority to grant relief
from statutory speedy
trial requirements in
criminal cases for a
limited time following a
judicial emergency based
on the circumstances in
a particular county.
Judges have other au
thorities to issue orders
regarding the manage
ment and operations of
their courts, including
on matters like access to
courthouses and court
rooms, which proceed
ings will be conducted
remotely and which will
be in-person, and public
health precautions for
in-person proceedings
such as wearing masks
and social distancing. “1
am very proud of how
nimble and committed
our courts have been
throughout the entire
pandemic to ensure
the public health of all
those who come to our
courts, while safeguard
ing the rights of Georgia’s
citizens,” Chief Justice
Melton said. “Our local
courts are equipped and
ready to carry the load
the rest of the way.”
MELTON
Judge Fears handles
criminal sentencing
The following criminal
cases were adjudicated
in Lamar superior court
last week with Judge
Tommy Wilson presiding.
Randy M. Andrews,
false report of a crime,
reckless conduct, ob
struction and possession
of a firearm by a con
victed felon: five years
probation, drug court.
Randy M. Andrews,
disorderly conduct: not
prosecuted.
Krystal Ann Moyer,
two counts possession of
meth: five years proba
tion plus $2,000 fine
under first offender act.
Keiran Michael Jones,
simple battery: failed to
appear, bench warrant
issued.
Bradford Brown,
simple battery: 12 years
probation, $650 fine.
Michael Todd Hollis,
fleeing and attempting
to elude, two counts DU1
and turn signal violation:
24 months probation,
$1000 fine and 40 hours
community service.
Karren Trappio
Plaines, following too
close, window tint viola
tion, two counts obstruc
tion, trafficking in illegal
drugs, possession of a
firearm during the com
mission of a felony, pos
session of a firearm by a
convicted felon and theft
by receiving stolen prop
erty: failed to appear,
bench warrant issued.
Otis Bernard Jackson,
trafficking in marijuana
and failure to maintain
lane, 12 years probation,
$10,000 cash fine.
James Clay Davis,
possession of meth,
possession of marijuana
and possession of drug
related objects: failed to
appear, bench warrant
issued.
Aundray Demario Har
ris, two counts VGCSA,
possession of a firearm
during the commission
of a felony and speed
ing: five years probation,
$500 fine.
Kayla Lee Owens,
false report of a crime:
12 months probation,
25 weekends in jail,
100 hours community
service.
Jeffrey Rodgers, pos
session of cocaine and
possession of marijuana:
failed to appear, bench
warrant issued.
Kenneth E. Cornell,
possession of a con
trolled substance with
intent to distribute, pos
session of a controlled
substance, possession
of marijuana and pos
session of drug related
objects: five years proba
tion, $500 fine.
Brittany L. Jackson,
fleeing and attempting
to elude, reckless con
duct and possession of
marijuana: 12 months
probation, $1000 fine and
banished from circuit.
Joshua Crowe, ob
struction: revoked nine
months probation.
Quendavious A.
Taylor, armed robbery,
aggravated assault, pos
session of marijuana,
forgery and theft by re
ceiving stolen property:
consent bond granted.
Jontavious McFadden,
arson: bond reduced to
$10,000.
Samuel Strickland,
three counts terroris
tic threats and acts: 24
months probation, $500
fine, anger management
counseling and no con
tact with victim under
first offender act.
Daniel A. Noon, pos
session of meth: three
years probation, $1500
fine.
Patricia Moyer, crimi
nal damage to property
and criminal trespass: 24
months probation, $1,010
restitution and 40 hours
community service.
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City of Milner, Georgia pm id GAmom
2020 Water Quality Report
Your Water is Safe to Drink
Last year we conducted more than 1400 tests for over 86
drinking water contaminants. This brochure is a snapshot of
the quality of the water we provided last year. Included are
details about where your water comes from, what it
contains, and how it compares to Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) standards. We are committed to providing
you with the information because we want you to be
informed. For more information about your water, call
770/358-2356 and ask for Dusty McCallum or Christy
Allison.
Este informs contiene intomacion muy importante sobre la
ccdidad de su agua potable. Por favor lea este informe o
comunicjuese con alguien Cjiiepueda traducer la information.
Special Population Advisory
Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in
drinking water than the general population. Immuno
compromised persons such as persons with cancer
undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone
organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune
system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be
particularly at risk from infections. These people should
seek advice about drinking water from their health care
providers. EPA/Center for Disease Control guidelines on
how to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and
other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe
Drinking Water Hotline 800/426-4791.
Drinking Water Sources
Your water comes from the Eady Creek Reservoir and the
Towaliga River. Source water assessment information may
be obtained by calling the Georgia Environmental Protection
Division at 404/651-5167.
Public Participation Opportunities
If you are interested in participating in water policy
decisions please contact City Hall for a schedule of City
Council Meetings. These meetings are open to the public.
You can reach City Hall at 770/358-1604.
Contaminants in Water
Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be
expected to contain at least small amounts of some
contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not
necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More
information about contaminants and potential health effects
can be obtained by calling the EPA's Safe Drinking Water
Hotline 800/426-4791.
The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled
water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs,
springs, and wells. As water travels over the surface of the
land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring
minerals, and can pick up substances resulting from the
presence of animals or from human activity.
Contaminants that may be present in source water
before we treat it include;
• Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria,
which may come from sewage treatment plants,
septic systems, agricultural livestock operations,
and wildlife.
• Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals,
which can be naturally-occurring or result from
urban stormwater runoff, industrial or domestic
wastewater discharges, oil and gas production,
mining or farming.
• Pesticides & herbicides, which may come from a
variety of sources such as agriculture and
residential use.
• Radioactive con taminants, which are naturally
occurring.
• Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic
and volatile organic chemicals, which are by
products of industrial processes and petroleum
production, and also can come from gas stations,
urban stormwater runoff, and septic systems.
Water Quality Monitoring
To ensure that tap water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes
regulations that limit the amount of certain
contaminants in water provided by public water
systems. We treat our water according to EPA's
regulations. Food and Drug Administration regulations
establish limits for contaminants in bottled water, which
must provide the same protection for public health.
Water Quality Data
The table in this report lists all the drinking water
contaminants we detected during the 2020 calendar
year. The presence of these contaminants in the water
does not necessarily indicate that the water poses a
health risk. Unless otherwise noted, the data presented
in this table are from testing done January 1 through
December 31,2020. The state requires us to monitor for
certain contaminants less than once per year because the
concentrations of these contaminants are not expected to
vary significantly from year to year. Some of the data,
though representative of the water quality, is more than
one year old.
Terms & Abbreviations
* AL: Action Level - the concentration of a contaminant which, when exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements that a water system must
follow,
* MCLG: Maximum Contaminant Level Goal - the level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to
health. MCLGs allow for a margin of safety.
* MCL: Maximum Contaminant Level - the highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as
feasible using the best available treatment technology.
* N/A: not applicable * nd: not detectable at testing limit • NTU: Nephelometric Turbidity Units
* pCi/1: picocuries per liter (a measure of radioactivity)
* ppm: par ts per million or milligrams per liter — (corresponds to one minute in two years)
* ppb: parts per billion or micrograms per liter — (corresponds to one minute in 2,000 years)
* TT: Treatment Technique - A required process intended to reduce the level of a contaminant in drinking water
Substance
MCL
in mg/L
MCLG
Level Detected
Violation
(Y or N)
Typical Source of Contamination
Microbiological Contaminants
Total Coliform Bacteria
2020
<5%positive
0
0
N
Naturally present in the environment
Turbidity (NTU)
2020
0.3
N/A
0.30 max
100% below the TT
value of 0.3
N
Soil runoff.
100 % of the samples were below the T
Any measurement in excess of 1
T value of 0.3 NTU. A value less than 95% constitutes a TT violation. The highest single measurement was 0.30.
NTU is a violation unless otherwise approved by the Georgia Environmental Protection Division (GAEPD)
Inorganic Contaminants
Copper (ppm)
2020
1.3 AL
0
0.19
N
Corrosion of household plumbing systems;
Erosion of natural deposits; Leaching from
wood preservatives.
Fluoride (ppm)
2020
4
4
Average 0.65
N
Erosion of natural deposits; Water additive
which promotes strong teeth; Discharge from
fertilizer and aluminum factories.
Lead (ppb)
2020
15 AL
0
1.1
N
Corrosion of household plumbing systems;
Erosion of natural deposits
Sodium (ppm)
—
7.9
N
Byproduct from chemical treatment; Erosion of
2020
natural deposits
Volatile Organic Contaminants
Haloacetic Acids (ppm)
2020
0.06
N/A
0.048
Range: (0.038-0.037)
N
By-Product of drinking water chlorination
TTHMs (Total Trihalomethanes)
0.046
(ppm)
0.08
N/A
Range: (0.040-.059)
N
By-Product of drinking water chlorination
2020
Turbidity: Turbidity has no health affects. However, turbidity can interfere with disinfection and provide a medium for microbial gr owth. Turbidity may
indicate the presence of disease-causing organisms.
Copper: Copper is an essential nutrient, but some people who drink water containing copper in excess of the action level over a relatively short period of
time could experience gastrointestinal distress. Some people who drink water containing copper in excess of the action level over many years could suffer
liver or kidney damage. People with Wilson's disease should consult their personal doctor.
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Fluoride: Some people who drink water containing fluoride in excess of the MCL over many years could get bone disease, including pain and tenderness of
the bones. Children may get mottled teeth.
Lead: If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in drinking water is
primarily from materials and components associated with sendee lines and home plumbing. The City of Milner is responsible for providing high quality
drinking water, but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When your water has been sitting for several hours, you can
minimize tire potential for lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If you are concerned
about lead in your water, you may wish to have your water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to
minimize exposure is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at http: / /ww.epa.gov/safewater/lead.
This water quality report was prepared by ESG Operations, Inc., as a service to the City of Milner, PWS ID GA1710001.