Jackson County Board of County Commissioners

06/12/2026

Please share with your EMS/Nursing/RT Professionals!

🚑 Calling All EMS, Nursing, and Respiratory Therapy Professionals! 🚑

Jackson County Fire Rescue is partnering with Pedi-Ed-Trics Emergency Medical Solutions to bring Pediatric Pitfalls: Medical & Traumatic Emergencies to Jackson County. This FREE training opportunity is designed to help healthcare professionals strengthen their knowledge and skills when caring for pediatric patients in emergency situations.

📅 Choose One Date:
• Tuesday, July 28, 2026
OR
• Thursday, July 30, 2026

🕘 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM CDT / 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM EST

📍 Jackson County Agriculture Complex
Peanut Hall Auditorium
2741 Penn Avenue, Marianna

6 Contact Hours Awarded to EMS, Nursing, and Respiratory Therapy Professionals

FREE to attend, but registration is required and space is limited.

For more information, contact Jackson County Fire Rescue at (850) 718-0000. We encourage interested professionals to register early to reserve a seat.

06/11/2026

Yesterday, some of our County department directors had the chance to visit the Family Dollar Distribution Center in Marianna for an inside look at its operations and role in our community.

Director of Distribution Operations Dexter Brand and HR Manager Richard Scott led a tour of the facility, and also shared insights into the day-to-day operations, workforce, and impact on our region.

Also, big shoutout to Dexter, who is a member of this year's Citizens Academy class!

It’s important for us to learn more about the businesses, organizations, and industries that help make Jackson County what it is. These local employers, whether they are large or small businesses, contribute to the fabric of our community, and we cherish opportunities to learn more about the people behind them.

We hope to continue building relationships and learn from businesses throughout Jackson County in the months ahead.

Thank you to Dexter, Richard, and the entire Family Dollar team for their hospitality and for taking the time to share their work with us.

06/11/2026

📢 Volunteer Opportunity – Value Adjustment Board Citizen Member

The Jackson County Board of County Commissioners is seeking one citizen member to serve on the Value Adjustment Board (VAB).

⏰ Application Deadline: July 1, 2026, at 4:00 PM CT

This is a volunteer position with a one-year term, unless reappointed by the Board.

To be eligible, applicants must:
- Own homestead property in Jackson County
- Not be an employee or member of a taxing authority
- Not represent property owners in VAB matters

The VAB hears appeals related to property tax assessments, exemptions, and classifications and helps ensure a fair process for property owners.

Apply online at:
🌐 https://jacksoncountyfl.gov/boards-and-committees/

Applications may also be submitted to Jackson County Administration at 2864 Madison Street, Marianna, FL, or emailed to [email protected].

06/10/2026

Citizens Academy 2026 – Session 3: Public Safety

Last week, our Citizens Academy participants got a closer look at the people and departments that help keep Jackson County safe every day.

Participants met at the Emergency Operations Complex, which is the same facility that serves as the County's command center during hurricanes, severe weather, and other emergencies. This session highlighted some of the critical services our community relies on.

Participants got to hear insights from:
- Chief Jammie Jeter, who shared insight into the important work performed at the Jackson County Correctional Facility and the responsibilities that come with operating a safe and secure facility.
- Fire Chief Charlie Brunner and Emergency Management Director/Deputy Chief Keith Maddox, who discussed the many roles Jackson County Fire Rescue and Emergency Management play in protecting lives and preparing for disasters.
- Division Chief Johnny Padgett, who led a hands-on Narcan demonstration and highlighted the impact of the County's Mobile Integrated Health and Community Paramedic Program, which helps connect residents with resources and care.

Thank you to our Citizens Academy participants who allowed us to share more about these services that touch the lives of our residents every single day.

Stay tuned for next month’s session of Citizens Academy!

GFWC Marianna Woman's Club

06/10/2026

🩸 Blood is Life. Don't Let It Run Out. 🩸

The VFW and LifeSouth Community Blood Centers will be hosting a blood drive on Saturday, June 27, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Oak Station Plaza on Highway 90 in Marianna.

Every blood donation has the potential to save lives, and your donation could make a difference right here in Jackson County.

Did you know Jackson County Fire Rescue carries LifeSouth blood products on our ambulances? Those blood products can be used in the field to help trauma patients before they ever reach the hospital. By donating blood, you may be helping a neighbor, friend, family member, or someone in our own community during their time of greatest need.

📍 Oak Station Plaza, Marianna
📅 Saturday, June 27
🕙 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

All donors will receive:
- A donor recognition item
- A free cholesterol screening

Donors must be at least 16 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds, and present a photo ID. Donors age 16 require written parental permission.

Thank you for helping keep this lifesaving resource available when it matters most.

06/09/2026

At this morning's Board meeting, Commissioners and Department Directors recognized some of our employees for their years of dedicated service to Jackson County.

5 Years of Service
- Mitchel Rister – Firefighter/EMT, Jackson County Fire Rescue
- Rodney Ellis – Parks Environmental Technician, Public Works

10 Years of Service
- Edmund Garrett – Animal Control Officer, Public Works

Thank you, Mitchel, Rodney, and Edmund for all you do for us and for keeping our County safe and maintained!

06/09/2026

Congratulations to Jennifer Ham, our Personnel Specialist in HR, for being recognized as Jackson County's Employee of the Quarter!

During today’s board meeting, HR Director Maile Ontiveros shared how Jennifer played a critical role in keeping HR operations running smoothly during a period when she was handling responsibilities independently.

Our Jennifer keeps things moving, even behind the scenes. She helps our organization navigate confusing HR policies, answers a zillion questions, juggles onboarding, and absolutely steps up when needed.

We are so thankful for Jennifer’s knowledge, professionalism, patience, reliability, and willingness to help the employees of Jackson County BOCC. Her positive attitude, integrity, and dedication to serving others make her an invaluable part of this team.

06/09/2026

This morning, Commissioners held the first public hearing on a proposed ordinance that would establish a temporary moratorium on data center development within Jackson County.

Prior to opening the public hearing for public comment, Commissioner Crutchfield made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Branch, to pursue a permanent ban on data centers rather than the proposed one-year moratorium. County Attorney Clayton Knowles then read the title of the originally advertised moratorium ordinance before the Board opened the public hearing and received public comment from residents.

Following public comment and Board discussion, the Board rescinded its original motion and made a new motion to direct the County Attorney and staff to prepare revised ordinance language that would replace the proposed moratorium with a permanent ban on data centers, associated accessory structures, and affiliated businesses. The motion passed, and also included an effective date of June 23, 2026, for the updated ordinance when adopted.

A revised draft ordinance will be published on the County website prior to the second public hearing, which is scheduled for June 23, 2026, at 9:00 a.m., when the Board will consider formal adoption of the updated ordinance banning data centers.

06/05/2026

👀 A Look at Tuesday's Agenda
BOCC Regular Meeting
June 9, 2026
9:00 AM

Agendas for the Jackson County Board of County Commissioners meetings are posted on our website prior to each meeting, including the full agenda packet with supporting documents, staff research, and details on the items the Board will be discussing and voting on.

📄 View the full agenda here:
https://jacksoncofl.portal.civicclerk.com/event/748/files/agenda/3785

Some items on Tuesday's agenda include:
• Employee of the Quarter
• Employee Years of Service Awards
• 1st Public Hearing for Data Center Moratorium
• Approval and Appointment of Final AHAC Committee for 2026
• 2nd Development Agreement Extension for Peacock Bridge Store
• Fire Rescue Agreements/Plans/Bid Awards
• Bid Award for Bellamy Bridge Boardwalk

💡 Want to watch or attend?
• Join us in person at the Ernie Padgett Board Room at 9:00 AM
• Attend via Zoom - Notice Link: https://jacksoncountyfl.gov/notice-of-regular-meeting-jun-9-26/
• Or watch the livestream on YouTube:
https://youtube.com/

We post meeting agendas before each meeting and provide recaps afterward to help keep our community informed.