Bryan County announced Friday that Administrator Ben Taylor was appointed to an 18-member panel of county officials to advise Gov. Brian Kemp on “issues and concerns stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic as they relate to city and county governments,” according to a press release.

He is one of three county administrators named to the panel.

"I'm honored by the governor's appointment and will work hard alongside the other committee members to provide solid information and suggestions," Taylor said. "I'm proud of how the employees of Bryan County have responded to this public health crisis in order to protect our residents and support the community."