The Chattooga County Division of Family and Children Services will host an Informational Meeting on Tuesday, April 19th at the new DFCS Office starting at 6:00pm.
These meetings will be held every month on the third Tuesday of the month.
City of Summerville Special Called Council Meeting Agenda
Monday, April 18, 2016 at 6:00 PM
(1) Call to order
(2) Roll Call
(3) Invocation
(4) Pledge of Allegiance
(5) Approval of meeting agenda
(6) Consent agenda (reserved)
(7) Reports and Presentations
a. Mayor’s Comments – Harry Harvey
i. Introduction of guests/visitors
ii. Other announcements/comments
(8) New Business
a. Presentation of proposals for City Auditor
i. Discussion
ii. Action
b. Presentation of requested City funds for the Chattooga County Chamber of Commerce
i. Discussion
ii. Action
c. Presentation of requested City funds for the Chattooga County Library
i. Discussion
ii. Action
d. Appoint two members to the Industrial Development Authority
i. Discussion
ii. Action
e. Set term limits for appointees to the Industrial Development Authority
i. Discussion
ii. Action
(9) Public Comments
(10) Adjournment
Rep. Tom Graves Votes to Protect Veterans from Fraud
Washington, D.C. – Rep. Tom Graves (R-GA-14) today voted for and the House passed the Preventing Crimes Against Veterans Act (H.R. 4676), bipartisan legislation that would penalize con artists targeting veterans for profit.
While it’s illegal for anyone other than authorized attorneys or agents, who have met Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) standards, to charge for assisting veterans in appeals cases, there is no punishment for those who violate the law. Seeking to exploit this loophole and the VA backlog, con artists are offering to assist veterans with benefits claims, charging a large fee, and offering little or no help in return. H.R. 4676 penalizes these criminals by imposing a fine, imprisonment up to five years or both.
“Financial fraud is always a serious crime, but it’s especially disgusting when it’s aimed at veterans who have sacrificed so much for our country,” said Rep. Graves. “The severe consequences spelled out in this legislation send a clear message that our society intends to protect our veterans and prosecute fraudsters who target them.”
Trion Elementary School is now accepting student applications for Pre-K and Kindergarten.
In order to apply, visit the Elementary Office or call (706) 734-2991 for more information