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Island Gateway Continued from Page 1 which included an evaluation com mittee evaluating factors such as firm and staff qualifications, work load capacity, past performances and technical approach. Interviews were conducted with the top three ranked firms with Moffatt and Nichol being ranked number one at the conclusion of the process. Glynn County staff and the Project Management Consultants, Thomas and Hutton, negotiated with Moffatt and Nichol arriving at the $1,158,291 fee. At the same meeting (Thursday, November 21) The BOC approved a $297,775 contract to renovate the public bathrooms in the Casino build ing on Beachview Dr. on St. Simons Island in the pier area. Since its renovation about 15 to 20 years ago, the Casino has been home to four sets of public bathrooms - one on each end of the building and two more in the center at the entrances to the St. Simons Public Library and Is land Players Theater. This current project is renovate the bathrooms on the west end near the Brogens South restaurant. The contract went to Shropshire Built LLC with funding to be provid ed by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Grant and includes the demo lition of the bathroom interiors. The doors will be replaced along new acoustical ceilings, new ceramic tile floors, a new sink vanity, toilet partitions and accessories. The interi ors will also receive new coats of paint, plumbing, HV/AC, electrical, lights and fire sprinkler system. County officials said the contractor has 15 days from November 21 to ob tain and submit a performance bond to the county. Once that is done the county will set the ‘notice to proceed’ date for the project. In other business conducted at the BOC’s November 21 meeting, the commission: • accepted a Juvenile Prevention and Intervention grant in the amount of $72,274 from the Georgia Criminal Justice Coordinating Council on be half of Glynn Count’s Juvenile Court. The grant supports the Juvenile Court Truancy program and partner ship with Glynn County Schools. This grant is being expanded in Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 to add a Peer Court model for Juvenile Court. • approved an annual agree ment with Stryker Sales, LLC in the amount of $105,762, with funding to be provided by the FY 2025 Emer gency Medical Services Fund. This is for the ProCare Services Program and is budgeted annually. The program provides maintenance services and replacement of lifesaving equipment utilized by Glynn County Fire Rescue. This program is essential ensure to the state of readiness of all emergency medical equipment operated by the fire department. The agreement is for five, one year terms, with the option to terminate. • awarded the Selden Park Fence Replacement Project to T&T Fencing Company, Inc., the lowest responsive bidder, in the amount of $110,000 with funding to be provided by Ameri can Rescue Plan Act funds. The proj ect includes replacing the old fencing at Selden Park including an area be tween the gymnasium and fields, the If You Aren’t at Your Last Job ... Why Is Your 401(k)? At Edward Jones, we can explain options for your 401(k), including leaving the money in your former employer’s plan, moving it to your new employer’s plan, rolling it over to an Individual Retirement Account (IRA) or cashing out the account subject to tax consequences. To learn more, call today. Ginny Johnson Financial Advisor 219 Edwards Plaza St Simons Island, GA 31522 912-634-0200 edwardjones.com Member SIPC Edwardjones MAKING SENSE OF INVESTING baseball field, and the pool. The new fence will be black vinyl coated for im proved aesthetics and durability. • approved an agreement with Norfolk Southern Railroad allow ing Glynn County to make drainage improvements in Norfolk Southern’s right-of-way, which is needed in the Perry Lane Road Drainage Improve ments Project. The project will assist in alleviating flooding and preventing the backup of storm water that cur rently occurs at this location. It will be paid for with ARPA funds. • adopted a Resolution authorizing participation in the ACCG-IRMA First Responder PTSD Program, which pro vides a Critical Illness Lump Sum PTSD Diagnosis Benefit and Long- Term Disability (Income Replace ment) Benefit. This is required by Georgia House Bill 451, “The Ashley Wilson Act.” Note: ACCG-IRMA is the Association of County Commissions of Georgia’s Insurance Interlocal Risk Management Agency The Estimated Annual Premium for the First Responder PTSD Pro gram for both components is $61,658 with funding provided by the FY 2025 Benefits Fund. House Bill 451, known as the “Ashley Wilson Act,” was enacted in Georgia to support first responders diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) arising from their work. Named after a police sergeant who advocated for more mental health resources, the law requires that local Turn to Page 4 Island Gateway ecember 2, 2024, The Islander, Page 3 Traffic study Continued from Page 1 roundabout (at Sea Island Rd.) to en sure long-term effectiveness. Previ ous traffic studies were basic traffic counts and evaluations including the 2016 traffic study by Pond and the 2020 Brunswick Area Transportation Study.” County Manager William Fallon said, “This study takes a long-term perspective while addressing im mediate concerns. We want to make sure we get it right and plan for both present needs and future growth. Unfortunately, we’re seeing the con sequences of poor planning and ex ecution over the past 30 years, where infrastructure projects were designed to solve immediate problems without accounting for future development.” In addition to Frederica Rd., the study will collect updated traffic data for Broadway St. (from Old Demere to Postell Dr.) and Postell Dr. (from Broadway to Frederica Rd.). These routes are critical “cut-through” areas for motorists traveling from southern St. Simons Island to Frederica Rd. and will provide valuable insights into the broader traffic dynamics on the island. Officials said, “This project under scores the County Board of Commis sioners’ commitment to enhancing traffic operations and ensuring the safety and convenience of residents and visitors in the community.” IP'S wine & Spirits Come check out our NEW wine section!!! i The best prices, best selection, and best service in town. 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