Giles Free Speech Zone

The purpose of the "Giles Free Speech Zone" is to identify problems of concern to the people of Giles County, to discuss them in a gentlemanly and civil manner, while referring to the facts and giving evidence to back up whatever claims are made, making logical arguments that avoid any use of fallacy, and, hopefully, to come together in agreement, and find a positive solution to the problem at hand. Help make a difference! Email "mcpeters@usit.net" to suggest topics or make private comments.

Tuesday, August 21, 2012

What Does Barry Witt Do?

This topic was called in by a reader and appears as stated by the caller.

I have been to a number of meetings where Mr Witt attends along with his assistant. Since the assistant always answers the questions and seems to be more up to date on subjects what is Mr. Witt's specific job, not his title.
A few years ago Mr. Billard did the job of emergency management director as a volunteer, no cost to the county. When he was forced out and replaced by Mr. Witt there was a salary, benefits and a vehicle given to him, then an assistant with another salary and benefits.  How could that position go from one volunteer to two employees with vehicle. Does anybody know what Mr. Witt does since Jeremy seems to be doing all the work, explaining about regulations etc?

Monday, August 20, 2012

Decision On New Financial Management Director Due Today?


At eight this morning the Financial Management Committee, made up of Charirman Commissioner Campbell, Highway Supervisor Barry Hyatt, School Director Tee Jackson, County Executive Janet Vanzant, Commissioners Pollard, Pope and Flacy, is scheduled to meet and decide who will be the new County Financial Management Director