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August 03, 2020
A regular monthly meeting of the Russell County Board of Supervisors was held on Monday, August 03,
2020 beginning at 5:00 pm with Executive (closed) Session followed by the regular meeting at 6:00 pm
at the Russell County Government Center in Lebanon, Virginia.
The Clerk called the meeting to order.
Roll Call by the Clerk:
Present:
Tim Lovelace
Lou Wallace
Carl Rhea
David Eaton
Steve Breeding
Rebecca Dye
Oris Christian
Lonzo Lester, Clerk
Vicki Porter, Deputy Clerk
Katie Patton, County Attorney
Absent:
None
EXECUTIVE (CLOSED) SESSION
Motion made by Oris Christian, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
enter into Executive (closed) Session pursuant to Section 2.2-3712(5) of the Code of Virginia to discuss
legal matters pursuant to 2.2-3711(A), (1), (7) and (8).
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL TO RETURN TO REGULAR SESSION
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
return to regular session.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
CERTIFICATION OF EXECUTIVE (CLOSED) SESSION
Pursuant to § 2.2-3712(D) of the Code of Virginia 1950, as amended each member of the Board of
Supervisors upon the Roll Call certifies that to the best of their knowledge (I) only public business
matters lawfully exempted from the open meeting requirements under the Virginia Freedom of
August 03, 2020
Aregular monthly meeting of the Russell County Board of Supervisors was held on Monday, August 03,
2020 beginning at 5:00 pm with Executive (closed) Session followed by the regular meeting at 6:00 pm
at the Russell County Government Center in Lebanon, Virginia.
The Clerk called the meeting to order.
Roll Call by the Clerk:
Present:
Tim Lovelace
Lou Wallace
Carl Rhea
David Eaton
Steve Breeding
Rebecca Dye
Oris Christian
Lonzo Lester, Clerk
Vicki Porter, Deputy Clerk
Katie Patton, County Attorney
Absent:
None
EXECUTIVE (CLOSED) SESSION
Motion made by Oris Christian, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
enter into Executive (closed) Session pursuant to Section 2.2-3712(5) of the Code of Virginia to discuss
legal matters pursuant to 2.2-3711(A), (1), (7) and (8)
The vote was:
‘Aye: Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL TO RETURN TO REGULAR SESSION
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
return to regular session.
The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
CERTIFICATION OF EXECUTIVE (CLOSED) SESSION
Pursuant to § 2.2-3712(D) of the Code of Virginia 1950, as amended each member of the Board of
Supervisors upon the Roll Call certifies that to the best of their knowledge (!) only public business
matters lawfully exempted from the open meeting requirements under the Virginia Freedom of
Information Act and (ii) only such public business matters that were identified in the motion(s) by which
the closed meeting was convened were heard, discussed or considered in the meeting by the Board of
Supervisors.
Any member of the Board of Supervisors who believes that there was a departure from the
requirements of clauses (I) and (ii) above shall so state prior to the vote, indicating the substance of the
departure that, in his or her judgment, has taken place.
Are there any who believe a departure has taken place? Seeing none, if you agree that the matters
heard, discussed or considered during the closed meeting were pursuant only to the motion(s) by which
the closed meeting was convened, please signify by saying aye or yes.
Tim Lovelace – AYE
Lou Wallace – AYE
Carl Rhea – AYE
David Eaton – AYE
Rebecca Dye - AYE
Steve Breeding – AYE
Oris Christian – AYE
Invocation by Chair Rebecca Dye, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Motion made by Lou Wallace, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the agenda as presented.
The vote was:
Aye:  Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
New Business
APPROVAL OF THE JULY 01, 2020 MINUTES
Motion made by Oris Christian, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the July 01, 2020 minutes and dispense with the reading thereof.
The vote was:
Aye:  Oris Christian, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Steve Breeding and Rebecca Dye
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF THE JULY 08, 2020 MINUTES
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second Oris Christian and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the July 08, 2020 minutes and dispense with the reading thereof.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, Oris Christian, David Eaton and Rebecca Dye
Nay:  None
Abstain:  Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace and Lou Wallace
Information Act and (i) only such public business matters that were identified in the motion(s) by which
the closed meeting was convened were heard, discussed or considered in the meeting by the Board of
Supervisors.
‘Any member of the Board of Supervisors who believes that there was a departure from the
requirements of clauses (I) and (ii) above shall so state prior to the vote, indicating the substance of the
departure that, in his or her judgment, has taken place.
Are there any who believe a departure has taken place? Seeing none, if you agree that the matters
heard, discussed or considered during the closed meeting were pursuant only to the motion(s) by which
the closed meeting was convened, please signify by saying aye or yes.
Tim Lovelace - AYE
Lou Wallace — AYE
Carl Rhea - AYE
David Eaton - AYE
Rebecca Dye - AYE
Steve Breeding - AYE
Oris Christian — AYE
Invocation by Chair Rebecca Dye, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag,
Motion made by Lou Wallace, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the agenda as presented.
The vote was:
Aye: Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
New Business
APPROVAL OF THE JULY 01, 2020 MINUTES
Motion made by Oris Christian, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the July 01, 2020 minutes and dispense with the reading thereof.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Oris Christian, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Steve Breeding and Rebecca Dye
Nay: None
‘APPROVAL OF THE JULY 08, 2020 MINUTES
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second Oris Christian and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the July 08, 2020 minutes and dispense with the reading thereof.
The vote was:
Aye: Steve Breeding, Oris Christian, David Eaton and Rebecca Dye
Nay: None
Abstain: Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace and Lou Wallace
APPROVAL OF GENERAL COUNTY INVOICES
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve general county invoices in the amount of $849,828.26 including reoccurring and withholdings.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
Committee Appointments
JOHN “BOO STAMPER” APPOINTED TO THE RUSSELL COUNTY IDA
Oris Christian nominated John “Boo” Stamper
Steve Breeding nominated Nate Kiser
John “Boo” Stamper:  four (4) votes:  Oris Christian, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Tim Lovelace
Nate Kiser:   three votes (3):  Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea and David Eaton
John”Boo” Stamper was appointed to the Russell County Industrial Development Authority for a four (4)
year term, said term ending August 03, 2024.
Community Policy Management Team
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
reappoint Patrick Brundy and Joni Lester to the Community Policy Management Team for three (3) year
terms, said terms ending August 03, 2023.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
DOUG HOWARD REAPPOINTED TO THE SWVA COMMUNITY CORRECTIONAL CRIMINAL JUSTICE
BOARD
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
reappoint Doug Howard to the Southwest Virginia Community Correctional Criminal Justice Board for a
two (2) year term, said term ending June 04, 2022.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Rebecca Dye, Carl Rhea and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
Citizens Comment
The Chair opened citizens comment period.
APPROVAL OF GENERAL COUNTY INVOICES
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve general county invoices in the amount of $849,828.26 including reoccurring and withholdings.
The vote was:
Aye: Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Car! Rhea, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
Committee Appointments
HN TAMPER” APPOINTED TO THE RUSSELL COUNTY IDA
Oris Christian nominated John “Boo” Stamper
Steve Breeding nominated Nate Kiser
John “Boo” Stamper: four (4) votes: Oris Christian, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Tim Lovelace
Nate Kiser: three votes (3): Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea and David Eaton
John’Boo” Stamper was appointed to the Russell County Industrial Development Authority for a four (4)
year term, said term ending August 03, 2024.
Community Policy Management Team
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
reappoint Patrick Brundy and Joni Lester to the Community Policy Management Team for three (3) year
terms, said terms ending August 03, 2023
The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
DOUG HOWARD REAPPOINTED TO THE SWVA COMMUNITY CORRECTIONAL CRIMINAL JUSTICE
BOARD
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to.
reappoint Doug Howard to the Southwest Virginia Community Correctional Criminal Justice Board for a
‘two (2) year term, said term ending June 04, 2022
The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Rebecca Dye, Carl Rhea and Oris Christian
Nay: None
Citizens Comment
The Chair opened citizens comment period.
Larry Buzzard, Lebanon commented that Church Rd. has no internet.  His grandson cannot do his
schoolwork at home.  Also, the road in front of his home is washing out, rocks need to be put back in
place.
Heath Buzzard, Church Road, Lebanon also stated maybe a grant could be written to get internet service
to his neighborhood.
Kelly Gilmer, Lebanon read a statement about the monument and his family history.  He feels that it is
representative of slaves.
Larry Hughes, Lebanon gave a rebuttal about Mr. Gilmer’s statement.  He feels that the monument is
not about slavery but a tribute to those defending their homes.  He also felt that it honors fallen
soldiers.
Hearing no further comments, citizens comment was closed.
County Attorney Reports and Requests
Katie Patton, County Attorney discussed several topics including the Russell County PSA, Tobacco
Commission Grant, Continuity of Government Ordinance, Courthouse RFP, county personnel policy and
the Courthouse Security Ordinance.
APPROVAL OF A REVENUE SHARING ADDENDUM EXHIBIT D TO THE GRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE TOBACCO COMMISSION AND THE RUSSELL COUNTY IDA
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the Revenue Sharing Addendum Exhibit D to the grant agreement the Tobacco Commission and
the Russell County Industrial Development Authority and the revised revenue sharing agreement
previously approved by Russell, Buchanan and Tazewell Counties.   This is subject to the following
language being added to by the Tobacco Commission allowing the locality to request in writing for the
revenue sharing to the Tobacco Commission to cease if the amount to be received by the Tobacco
Commission under the Revenue Sharing Agreement becomes de minimus and subject to the revised
revenue sharing agreement being approved by Tazewell and Buchanan Counties.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
PUBLIC HEARING TO BE HELD ON THE CONTINUITY OF GOVERNMENT ORDINANCE
Motion made by Carl Rhea, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
advertise the Continuity of Government Operations Ordinance for public hearing to be held at the

September 2020 Board of Supervisors meeting.
The vote was:
Aye:  Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
Larry Buzzard, Lebanon commented that Church Rd, has no internet. His grandson cannot do his
schoolwork at home. Also, the road in front of his home is washing out, rocks need to be put back in
place.
Heath Buzzard, Church Road, Lebanon also stated maybe a grant could be written to get internet service
to his neighborhood.
Kelly Gilmer, Lebanon read a statement about the monument and his family history. He feels that itis
representative of slaves.
Larry Hughes, Lebanon gave a rebuttal about Mr. Gilmer’s statement. He feels that the monument is
not about slavery but a tribute to those defending their homes. He also felt that it honors fallen
soldiers.
Hearing no further comments, citizens comment was closed.
County Attorney Reports and Requests
Katie Patton, County Attorney discussed several topics including the Russell County PSA, Tobacco
Commission Grant, Continuity of Government Ordinance, Courthouse RFP, county personnel policy and
the Courthouse Security Ordinance.
APPROVAL OF A REVENUE SHARING ADDENDUM EXHIBIT D TO THE GRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the Revenue Sharing Addendum Exhibit D to the grant agreement the Tobacco Commission and
the Russell County Industrial Development Authority and the revised revenue sharing agreement
previously approved by Russell, Buchanan and Tazewell Counties. This is subject to the following
language being added to by the Tobacco Commission allowing the locality to request in writing for the
revenue sharing to the Tobacco Commission to cease if the amount to be received by the Tobacco
‘Commission under the Revenue Sharing Agreement becomes de minimus and subject to the revised
revenue sharing agreement being approved by Tazewell and Buchanan Counties.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
PUBLIC HEARING TO BE HELD ON THE CONTINUITY OF GOVERNMENT ORDINANCE
Motion made by Car! Rhea, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
advertise the Continuity of Government Operations Ordinance for public hearing to be held at the
September 2020 Board of Supervisors meeting
The vote was:
‘Aye: Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL TO ACCEPT A PROPOSAL FROM THE TOWN OF LEBANON CONCERNING THE FITNESS
CENTER
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
accept a Town of Lebanon proposal concerning the fitness center and allow any unused equipment to
be distributed to county community centers or other agencies as directed by the Board.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF THE RUSSELL COUNTY PERSONNEL POLICY
Motion made by Lou Wallace, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the Russell County Personnel Policy as presented.
The vote was:
Aye:  Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, David Eaton and Rebecca Dye
Nay:  Oris Christian
APPROVAL TO ACCEPT THE RFP FOR THE RUSSELL COUNTY COURTHOUSE DESIGN-BUILD
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
accept an RFP for the Russell County Courthouse Design-Build as presented.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
PUBLIC HEARING TO BE HELD ON THE COURTHOUSE SECURITY ORDINANCE
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
advertise a public hearing on the Courthouse Security Ordinance to be held at the September 2020
Board of Supervisors meeting.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
County Administrator Reports and Requests
APPROVAL OF THE CANNERY SCHEDULE AND TRAINING
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the Russell County Cannery schedule and training by the cannery committee.
The vote was:
APPROVAL TO ACCEPT A PROPOSAL FROM THE TOWN OF LEBANON CONCERNING THE FITNESS
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
accept a Town of Lebanon proposal concerning the fitness center and allow any unused equipment to
be distributed to county community centers or other agencies as directed by the Board.
The vote was:
Aye: Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF THE RUSSELL COUNTY PERSONNEL POLICY
Motion made by Lou Wallace, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the Russell County Personnel Policy as presented.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, David Eaton and Rebecca Dye
Nay: Oris Christian
APPROVAL TO ACCEPT THE RFP FOR THE RUSSELL COUNTY COURTHOUSE DESIGN-BUILD
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
accept an RFP for the Russell County Courthouse Design-Build as presented.
The vote was:
Aye: Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
PUBLIC HEARING TO BE HELD ON THE COURTHOUSE SECURITY ORDINANCE
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
advertise a public hearing on the Courthouse Security Ordinance to be held at the September 2020
Board of Supervisors meeting.
The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
County Administrator Reports and Requests
‘APPROVAL OF THE CANNERY SCHEDULE AND TRAINING
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the Russell County Cannery schedule and training by the cannery committee.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
ACCEPTANCE OF THE FEDERAL CARES RELIEF FUND CERTIFICATION
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
accept the Federal Cares Relief Fund Certification in the amount of $2,319,526.00.
The vote was:
Aye:  Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF A VDOT SMART SCALE RESOLUTION FOR THE RTE. 19 PROJECT
Motion made by Lou Wallace, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the VDOT Smart Scale Resolution for a Rte. 19 project.
The vote was:
Aye:  Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF A VDOT SMART SCALE RESOLUTION FOR THE RTE. 58 PROJECT
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the VDOT Smart Scale Resolution for a Rte. 58 project.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF A VTC WANDER LOVE MARKETING GRANT
Motion made by Lou Wallace, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a Virginia Tourism Commission Wander Love Marketing Grant in the amount of $10,000.
The vote was:
Aye:  Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF THE DHCD TOWN OF CLEVELAND SEWER PLANT PER CONTRACT
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the Department of Housing and Community Development Sewer Plant Grant per contract for
the Town of Cleveland.
The vote was:
Aye:  Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris
Christian
Nay:  None
‘Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
ACCEPTANCE OF THE FEDERAL CARES RELIEF FUND CERTIFICATION
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
accept the Federal Cares Relief Fund Certification in the amount of $2,319,526.00.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF A VDOT SMART SCALE RESOLUTION FOR THE RTE. 19 PROJECT
Motion made by Lou Wallace, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the VDOT Smart Scale Resolution for a Rte. 19 project.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF A VDOT SMART SCALE RESOLUTION FOR THE RTE. 58 PROJECT
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the VDOT Smart Scale Resolution for a Rte. 58 project.
The vote was:
Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF A VTC WANDER LOVE MARKETING GRANT
Motion made by Lou Wallace, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a Virginia Tourism Commission Wander Love Marketing Grant in the amount of $10,000.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF THE DHCD TOWN OF CLEVELAND SEWER PLANT PER CONTRACT
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the Department of Housing and Community Development Sewer Plant Grant per contract for
the Town of Cleveland.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Tim Lovelace, Car! Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris
Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF A LEMPG GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $7500
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
accept and appropriate a LEMPG Grant for FY 2021 in the amount of $7500.00.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF A VFIRS HARDWARE GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $86,763
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Oris Christian and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
accept and appropriate a VFIRS Hardware Grant in the amount of $86,763.00.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF THE OAK GROVE COMMUNITY CENTER FACILITY TRANSFER
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Oris Christian and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the Oak Grove Community Center facility addition transfer.
The vote was:
Aye:  Tim Lovelace, Oris Christian, Lou Wallace and Rebecca Dye
Nay:  Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding and David Eaton
APPROVAL OF A SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER GRANT FROM DCJS IN THE AMOUNT OF $57,287.00
Motion made by David Eaton, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
accept and appropriate a School Resource Officer Grant from the Department of Criminal Justice
Services in the amount of $57,287.00.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF A PUMP AND HAUL SEPTIC SYSTEM FOR HIGHWAY ABUNDANT LIFE CHURCH
Motion made by David Eaton, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a pump and haul septic system for Highway Abundant Life Church.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF A TRAVEL REQUEST FOR EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
APPROVAL OF A LEMPG GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $7500
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
accept and appropriate a LEMPG Grant for FY 2021 in the amount of $7500.00.
The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF A VFIRS HARDWARE GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $86,763
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Oris Christian and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
accept and appropriate a VFIRS Hardware Grant in the amount of $86,763.00.
The vote was:
Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF THE OAK GROVE COMMUNITY CENTER FACILITY TRANSFER
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Oris Christian and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the Oak Grove Community Center facility addition transfer
The vote was:
Aye: Tim Lovelace, Oris Christian, Lou Wallace and Rebecca Dye
Nay: Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding and David Eaton
APPROVAL OF A SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER GRANT FROM DCJS IN THE AMOUNT OF $57,287.00
Motion made by David Eaton, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
accept and appropriate a School Resource Officer Grant from the Department of Criminal Justice
Services in the amount of $57,287.00.
The vote was:
Aye: David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
Motion made by David Eaton, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a pump and haul septic system for Highway Abundant Life Church.
The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF A TRAVEL REQUEST FOR EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a travel request from Emergency Management.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL TO MOVE FUTURE BOS MEETINGS TO THE RUSSELL COUNTY CONFERENCE CENTER
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
hold future Board of Supervisor meetings in the Russell County Conference Center while the COVID 19
restrictions are in place.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL TO ADJOURN TO RECONVENE
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
adjourn to reconvene on Tuesday, August 18, 2020 at 6:00 pm.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None

Clerk of the Board                                                                    Chairperson
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a travel request from Emergency Management.
The vote was:
Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL TO MOVE FUTURE BOS MEETINGS TO THE RUSSELL COUNTY CONFERENCE CENTER
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
hold future Board of Supervisor meetings in the Russell County Conference Center while the COVID 19
restrictions are in place.
The vote was:
Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL TO ADJOURN TO RECONVENE
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
adjourn to reconvene on Tuesday, August 18, 2020 at 6:00 pm.
The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
Clerk of the Board Chairperson