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Source: Cordele Dispatch

Wilcox County commissioners tabled a resolution selecting a location for a new jail after residents raised concerns about a proposed Rochelle site near school facilities and questioned the project’s long-term costs at their regular meeting held Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026. Chairman Jamie Handley said the county was seeking more information about properties and their ability to accommodate the facility. The motion to table Resolution 2026-16 carried, leaving the location undecided. During public comments, speakers emphasized school safety, notification of nearby property owners, and the need to compare alternatives before committing to a site. Jonathan Cook, a business owner and parent, said he supported replacing the existing jail but wanted a thorough review of the proposed location. He cited a separation of 63 feet from the school complex and asked what security, school-safety, and emergency-response assessments had been completed.

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