At a special called meeting Thursday, August 20, FYN had a chance to learn more about construction projects with the Board of Education.

As Dr. Charles Webb is beginning his new contract with the Board of Education, these projects are continuing to move expeditiously through their individual steps. Through his new contract, Dr. Webb’s main purpose now is to continue overseeing these projects as a sort of “Manager.”

Many will recall Erick Hofstetter previously fulfilling these duties. A position now left open after his departure. As the projects were in need of immediate attention, the Board decided to temporarily fill this void with Dr. Webb as he fulfills the needs of education and construction experience while also bringing a benefit of experience with Gilmer County specifically.

Dr. Wilkes states as it is so late in the summer, most people who would properly fit the role left by Hofstetter would already hold positions at other places. However, they will be looking into permanently filling the position next summer.

Until then, they will continue to utilize Dr. Webb as part of the ESPLOST construction projects, because of this Webb’s contract pay will come out of ESPLOST funds for all of his construction advisement and managing instead of the general fund.