Status Briefing — January 21, 2026 For: Emily Bowron, Tommy Winburn, Doug McManamy By: Billy Winburn

Summary Status

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Update — Feb 10, 2026 Max Hamel introduced me to Catherine “Cat” Adkins (Director, Real Estate). Billy reached out to Cat Adkins that day waiting to hear back from her.

Update — Feb 9, 2026 Heard back from Maxime “Max” Hamel (CSX). Max said they will take this further up within their department and will also contact Private Road Crossing and Acquisitions. Max expects to follow up after a few days of internal research and discussion.

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The Breakthrough On January 20, 2026, I spoke with Ray Birkholz (retired CSX Crossing Manager). While formal easements are "nearly impossible," he confirmed that stronger licensing arrangements are possible. He referred me to Max Hamel at CSX — I've left a message and am awaiting callback.

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The Property ~22 acres of industrial-zoned land at Central Junction, Garden City, Georgia. Family-owned since 1961. Previously valued at $1.7M (2020 LOI).

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The Problem The property is landlocked by three railroad rights-of-way (CSX and Norfolk Southern). We've used the crossing for 65+ years, but we have no formal, recorded easement. A $1.7M deal fell through in 2020 when the buyer discovered this during due diligence.

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What We Need to Make This Property Marketable

The access arrangement must be:

• ✓ Transferable — runs with the land to future owners
• ✓ Industrial use — consistent with the property's zoning
• ✓ Long-term or perpetual — not revocable on 30 days notice
• ✓ Documented — satisfies buyer due diligence

We need arrangements with both CSX and Norfolk Southern since the access route crosses both railroads.

Immediate Next Steps

Key Contacts