New Commissioners Sworn In

On Monday, January 4th at the Glynn County Commission Meeting, four commissioners took oaths of office, each swearing they met all the necessary requirements to hold office and would act in the best interest of Glynn County.

Sworn in, for his third term, was re-elected District 5 Commissioner, Allen Booker.

Taking their oaths for the first time were newly elected District 1 Commissioner, Samuel "Sammy" Tostensen and At-Large Post 2 Commissioner, Walker Rafolski.

Returning to the Board after more than a decade is District 2 Commissioner, Cap Fendig.

Additionally, during the January 4th meeting, the Board elected a new Chairman and Vice Chairman. Commissioner Wayne Neal will serve as Chairman of the board and Commissioner Cap Fendig as Vice Chairman, each for one year.

Glynn County would like to welcome the new commissioners aboard and thank all the commissioners for taking on this role and the responsibility that comes with it.

Employee Service Awards

Every year the Board of Commissioners recognize full-time employees for their meritorious years of service. Employees who reach their work anniversaries of 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, and 30 or more years are presented with a certificate and a gift card to show appreciation for their services and contributions provided to Glynn County, County residents, and the public every day.

Typically, these items are given to employees at the County's Years of Service Ceremony and Reception. However, we all know that 2020 was anything but typical. Even though an in-person event was not possible due to the pandemic, a total of 142 employees received a certificate and gift card for their years of service.

Thank you all for your service and dedication to Glynn County!

Employee Spotlight

Serving Glynn County since 1973, Andrew Moses, is the longest serving County Employee. However, most people affectionately know him by the name "Pee Wee". He says he was given the nickname early on in his career in the Public Works department by some older gentleman who couldn't remember his name. He was a pretty small guy, so they started calling him Pee-Wee, and it just happened to stick with him through all these years.

During his 47 years of service, Pee-Wee says his favorite part has been meeting and working with such diverse groups of people over the years. He's thankful for the time he's had with the County, from his beginnings of picking up paper and weed eating near the causeway, to his current position as a Mechanic II. When asked what has encouraged him to stay with the County for so many years he said that he enjoys what he does. He's always enjoyed tearing things apart and putting them back together, and on top of that, he's met some pretty great people along the way.

Battle of the Badges

The 2020 Battle of the Badges presented by Frank Salvati was held on Saturday, December 5th at Glover Field in Mallory Park. This annual best 2 out of 3 charity softball game pitted the Glynn County Fire Department against the Glynn County Police Department. The GCPD was victorious this year. However, the true winners are the kids sponsored by the Golden Isles Emerald Society and the Fraternal Order of Police.

A total of $16,760 was raised during the charity softball game. At the Glynn County Board of Commissioners December 17th meeting, Officer Josh Williams presented two checks, each for $8,380 to the Golden Isles Emerald Society and the Fraternal Order of Police. The funds raised will go to each organization's respective charities, "Shop with a Firefighter" and "Cops and Kids".

Meetings, Events, and Reminders

Reminders

Citizen's Academy Sign-Up

Want to gain a better understanding of how Glynn County operates? Consider participating in the County's Citizen's Academy!

Glynn County's third annual Citizen's Academy will kick off on February 8, 2021. This program is a free 9-week civics class that encourages participants to "Get to know Glynn County." Each week includes an inside look at county government departments, what each does, and how they serve Glynn County citizens. Classes include, speakers, exercises, and tours in order to give participants the best understanding of day to day operations. Participants are encouraged to ask questions and offer ideas throughout each class.

The deadline to apply is Friday, January 15th, so submit your application today.

Glass Removed from Recycling Stream

As of January 1, 2021, glass has been removed from the recycling stream. Glynn County residents are asked to refrain from placing any glass products in their curbside pickup recycling bins. Any residents who wish to continue recycling glass will be able to drop off their recyclable clear and colored glass, at no cost, at either of the Republic Services drop-off locations:

Brunswick - 550 Young Lane
St. Simons - Demere Road (behind the Farmer's Market)

The following items can still be placed in curbside recycling bins:

Paper Products
Cardboard
Plastic Bottles & Containers
Metal Food & Beverage Cans

Additional information can been found on the Glynn County Public Information Office webpage and in the County's updated Solid Waste & Recycling Brochure.

Community Events

Recreation & Parks Department January Programs

2021 Spring/Summer Activities Guide

Glynn County Recreation and Parks Department’s 2021 Spring/Summer Activities Guide is now available! Download your copy at www.glynncounty.org/recreation or pick one up at any Recreation and Parks office. The guide provides information on upcoming athletics, programs, and events offered for Glynn County citizens.

Spring Youth Athletics Registration

Online registration for Glynn County Recreation and Parks Department programs is available at www.glynncounty.org/recreation.

Age Calculation: Age prior to September 1 determines league placement.

Volunteers: Interested in applying for a volunteer coaching opportunity? Contact glynnrec@glynncounty-ga.gov for an application. All volunteers must successfully complete the County’s criminal background check prior to being assigned to a team.

Team Sponsorships: Local businesses are encouraged to sponsor a team! Email glynnrec@glynncounty-ga.gov for details.

City of Brunswick Discount: In partnership with the City of Brunswick, Glynn County Recreation and Parks offers a discounted registration fee to City residents. Proof of residency is required when registering. For more information and to see if you qualify, call 912-554-7780.

Baseball (Ages 3-15):
Registration: January 1st-31st
Practice Begins: Week of March 1st
Games Begin: Week of March 29th
Cost: $20-$48 depending on age.
More Info: 912-554-7780 or 912-279-2836

Softball (Ages 7-15):
Registration: January 1st-31st
Practice Begins: Week of March 1st
Games Begin: Week of March 29th
Cost: $48
More Info: 912-554-7780 or 912-279-2836

Soccer (Ages 7-15):
Registration: January 1st-31st
Practice Begins: Week of February 22nd
Games Begin: Week of March 22nd
Cost: $36
More Info: 912-554-7780

Please follow the Glynn County Recreation and Parks Facebook page for updates on programs, athletics, events, facilities, and services.

*Glynn County Recreation and Parks will follow all local, state, and federal guidelines pertaining to COVID-19. Due to COVID-19 precautions some activities may be postponed, canceled, or altered, and access to certain park facilities and services may be limited.

Public Meetings & Important Dates

Please see the County Calendar for updates.

January 11th, Brunswick Area Transportation System (BATS) - Technical Coordinating Committee Meeting: 1:30 PM - Virtual Meeting
January 11th, Brunswick Area Transportation System (BATS) - Citizen Advisory Committee Meeting: 4:00 PM - Virtual Meeting
January 12th, Joint Special Called Meeting-Unity Breakfast-Brunswick Library: 9:00 AM - Brunswick-Glynn County Library
January 12th, Mainland Planning Commission Meeting: 6:00 PM - Glynn County Historic Courthouse
January 12th, Board of Elections Meeting: 6:30 PM - Office Park Building
January 13th, Police Advisory Panel Meeting: 5:30 PM - Glynn County Historic Courthouse
January 15th, Application submissions for the 2021 Citizen's Academy close.
January 18th, Glynn County offices will be closed in recognition of the Martin Luther King Jr Day Holiday. This includes all offices in the Harold Pate Building, the Glynn County Historic Courthouse, and the Glynn County Courthouse. Public Safety and Animal Control will remain on duty to serve the public.
January 19th, County Commission Special Called Meeting: 2:00 PM - Virtual Meeting
January 19th, Island Planning Commission Meeting: 6:00 PM - Sea Palms Resort
January 20th, Revenue Study Committee Meeting: 9:00 AM - Harold Pate Courthouse Annex
January 21st, County Commission Meeting: 6:00 PM - Glynn County Historic Courthouse
January 26th, Finance Committee Meeting: 2:00 PM - Virtual Meeting

Animal Spotlights

The furry friends at Glynn County Animal Control began 2021 with the resolution to be the best animals they can be for their future families!

Daisy, Gruff, Sawyer, Janet, Bree, and Big Cat are just a few of the animals hoping the new year brings them a new family to love.

All adoptable pets can be found on the GCAC Website.

You can schedule a time to meet your new best friend by calling 912-554-7500 or emailing animalservices@glynncounty-ga.gov.

Big Cat is very sweet and loving to all people. She loves attention so much that she would rather not have any furry brothers or sisters in her forever home.

Bree is a little lazy girl who watches everything that goes on. Her perfect forever family would be one with a quiet home for her to just lounge around in and do her own thing.

Janet is a sweet playful girl who just loves to be loved. She is happiest with a couple toys and someone to spend time with. Janet would do great in a household with kids or young adults.

Daisy is as sweet as they come. This sweet girl loves to get all the attention she can, but she seems to have her limit when it comes to her other dog friends.

Gruff is the life of the party. This boy would do awesome in an active home.

Sawyer is a ball of energy looking for the perfect active family to spend the rest of his days with. He does prefer to be the only animal in the house, so he can have all the love his new family will offer.

Book Review of the Month

The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up:
The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing
By Marie Kondo

It’s amazing to think that we’re already at the beginning of the new year! What better time to declutter and begin to get ourselves organized. If you’re anything like me, you may need some extra prompting-along and encouragement to declutter. The revolutionary ideas of Marie Kondo will help you organize the items you’d like to keep, and also give you permission to dispose of or move along the items that you want to share with others.

And, again, on a personal note: your Library Family would like to wish you a most happy, joyous, and prosperous new year! It has been our pleasure and joy to serve you the past year, and we look forward to serving you throughout the upcoming new year!

--Jim Orser-Schwalm

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