Board Appointments

The Board of Commissioners of Dougherty County, Georgia will make appointments to the following listed Boards. Candidates should submit a letter of interest and/or resume by 5:00 p.m. May 12, 2023 to Bristeria Clark Hope, Deputy County Clerk at [email protected].

To view a listing of all boards, committees or authorities click here.

CITIZENS TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE (DARTS) – One (1) appointment. The appointment will fill a three-year unexpired term ending December 31, 2025. This Committee was established by a Joint Ordinance of the City and County. The ordinance provides for a nine-member citizen board from the City of Albany, Lee County, and Dougherty County. The Committee meets quarterly at 8:00 A.M. in the Central Square Complex (dates vary).

ELECTRICAL BOARD - Four (4) appointments. These appointments will fill a one-year unexpired term ending December 31, 2023. The purpose of this Board is to consider all matters related to electrical installations, including alterations, repairs, and equipment. The Board meets on an as needed basis. One (1) appointment must be a Master Electrician, two (2) must be an Electrical Supplier, and one (1) must be Professional Engineer The appointed person must be a Dougherty County resident.

FIRE CODE BOARD OF APPEALS – Three (3) appointments. These appointments will fill a three-year unexpired term ending December 31, 2025. The purpose of the Board is to listen and make decisions on appeals regarding complaints of violations of the Joint Fire Code. This Board meets on an “as-needed” basis.

FLOOD PLAIN MANAGEMENT REVIEW BOARD – Two (2) appointments. These appointments will fill an unexpired three-year term ending December 31, 2024. The purpose of the Board is to consider variances on structures that are below the required base flood elevation levels. This Board meets on an as-needed basis.

GAS BOARD - Three (3) appointments. These appointments will fill a one-year unexpired term ending December 31, 2023. The purpose of this Board is to consider all matters related to gas work, including alterations, repairs, and equipment. This Board meets on an as-needed basis. The appointed person must be a Dougherty County resident.