About the Commissioners
Charles Turk
Chairman
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Charles Turk is serving his first term as the Chairman of Commissioners beginning January 1, 2021. He served as District 4 Commissioner for 3 terms. He received an Associate Degree in Pre-veterinary Medicine from Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Poultry Science Technology from the University of Georgia. Charles and his late wife Kimberly have two daughters and three grand children. Charles is a farmer raising cattle and timber on the Turk Farm established in 1898 and also owns various rental properties. He is a member of Homer United Methodist Church and is actively involved in many civic organizations including Homer Fire Department, Maysville Rescue, Banks County Rotary, Banks County Cattlemen’s Association and the Banks County FFA Alumni.
Danny Maxwell
Vice Chairman
District 1
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Danny Maxwell is serving his fifth term as the District 1 Commissioner. His most current term of office began January 1, 2023. He retired from pharmaceutical sales a few years ago and is married to Charlotte. They have two children and three grandchildren. Danny served his first term as Commissioner in the late 1990s.
Bo Garrison
District 2
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Bo Garrison is serving his first term as District 2 Commissioner which began on January 1, 2021. Prior to serving as Commissioner he served on the Banks County Board of Education. He is the owner of David & Katie's Amish Store in Homer.
Chris Ausburn
District 3
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Chris Ausburn is serving his first term as the District 3 Commissioner. His term of office began January 1, 2023. More info coming soon.
Keith Gardiner
District 4
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Keith Gardiner is serving his third term as District 4 Commissioner which began on January 1, 2021. He served his first two terms from 1989 - 1994. He is a lifelong resident of Banks County and is married to Louann. They have two daughters and four grandchildren.
