[ April 02, 2020 ] A crazy month of weather has not slowed down activities in Pickens County. Several projects are underway throughout the county.

One major project being the construction of a new facility to house the Departments of Public Works, and Utilities. The new 15,000 sq. ft. facility is being built by Momon Construction Inc. out of Calhoun. They were awarded the contract as the low bidder.

The facility will include: four pull-through bays to work on equipment, offices, a break room, sign shop, and storage areas for parts and materials. Currently, construction is roughly 60 percent complete and expected to be finished this Summer.

During the month of February, Pickens Animal Shelter brought in 55 animals, and 46 went out through various forms of adoption. Animal Control responded to 12 cases.

The 911 Operations Center received 1,619 total calls, 731 were medical responses or fire related.

The Water Department installed nine new meters.

The Department of Planning and Development issued 43 new building permits.

Pickens County Recreation Department had 550 kids sign up for baseball, softball, and T-ball. These young athletes will be spread across 49 teams.

The Road Department has been performing routine road maintenance, and prepping roads for the upcoming paving season.

The Pickens County government departments continue to stay busy working for the citizens of Pickens County. The Pickens County Board of Commissioners continue to do a great job of leading these efforts.

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