Chatham County public meetings in 2023

Board of Commissioners

The Board will review annual reports from the Affordable Housing and Climate Change advisory committees. The meeting includes votes on zoning amendments for childcare and campgrounds, as well as new subdivision plats. The board will also consider a $282,000 appropriation for human services nonprofit funding.

• $282,000 appropriation for FY25 Human Services Nonprofit Allocation
• 1,524-lot subdivision approval for Conservancy at Jordan Lake
• $100,000 contract amendment for 72 units at Oak View at Siler City
• Zoning amendment for in-home childcare regulations
• Amendment to Golden Corral nutrition services contract up to $175,000

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will elect a Chair and Vice Chair during this session. The agenda includes several votes regarding grant agreements for agriculture, farmland preservation, and broadband extension.

• Broadband extension via GREAT Grant Agreement with AT&T North Carolina ($169,228.20 county match)
• Sole Source request for Detention Center Body Scanner
• NC Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ Local Agricultural Growth Zone grant application
• Chatham County Farmland Preservation Plan Implementation Project grant application
• Presentation of the Order of the Long Leaf Pine to George W. Lucier

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a work session to review and discuss the recommended Capital Improvements Plan for fiscal years 2025 through 2031. The session also includes a discussion regarding Board of Commissioner priorities.

• Review and discussion of FY25-31 Recommended Capital Improvements Plan
• Discussion of Board of Commissioner Priorities

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet for a work session and regular session. Key items include a vote on $40,000 in opioid settlement funds for naloxone distribution and the adoption of the Haw River Trail Feasibility Study. Public hearings are scheduled regarding multiple rezoning requests and the FY25-31 Capital Improvements Plan.

• Direct $40,000 in opioid settlement funds to support naloxone distribution
• Adopt the Haw River Trail Feasibility Study and its findings
• Rezoning of 14959 US 421 S for landscaping supply and outdoor storage
• Special Use Permit for a new county-owned park at 994 Pea Ridge Rd
• Hazen and Sawyer Task Order #7 for water metering infrastructure assessment ($118,000.00)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several items including fiscal year budget amendments and a proposal for audio vision system upgrades at the Historic Courthouse. Other agenda items include property conveyance to Chatham Habitat for Humanity and various ARPA nonprofit service contracts.

• Proposal of $132,797.06 from Justice AV Solutions, Inc. to upgrade systems in the Historic Courthouse
• Approval of a $19,589.92 debt write-off for the Chatham County Public Health Department
• Approval of an additional $4,230 from the State of NC for Adult Protective Services
• Conveyance of property to Chatham Habitat for Humanity
• Amendment of the Fiber Optic Cabling Project Ordinance

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider a request to adopt the Plan Moncure Small Area Plan. The agenda also includes reviews of annual reports from the Library and Parks and Recreation advisory committees. Additionally, the meeting features updates on the county budget and ARPA funds.

• Special Use Permit for a 120 ft wireless tower at 1785 Corinth Rd
• Rezoning of 130.443 acres at 739 Hatley Rd to R-5 Residential
• $175,000 agreement for the 2025 reappraisal project with Tanner Valuation Group LLC
• Redevelopment of 11399 US 15-501 N for additional retail and services
• Subdivision modification for Pyewacket (92 lots) off Jones Ferry Road

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will vote on a request to consider adopting the Plan Moncure Small Area Plan and receive an update on the Farmland Preservation Pilot Program. The agenda also includes accepting $48,936 in ARPA funds for workforce development and infrastructure improvements. Other items include approving waste studies and a pyrotechnic display at Chatham Charter School.

• Vote to consider adoption of the Plan Moncure Small Area Plan
• Acceptance of $48,936 in ARPA funds for workforce development and infrastructure
• Approval of Kessler Consulting Inc. as a sole source for waste and recycling studies
• Approval of a pyrotechnic display at Chatham Charter School on October 6, 2023
• Update on the Farmland Preservation Pilot Program

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the plan to redefine commissioner districts. The meeting also includes votes on ARPA nonprofit awards and several zoning amendments.

• Public hearing on redefining commissioner districts
• $1,125,587.13 contract for fiber optic cabling installation
• Rezoning request at 14959 US 421 S for landscaping and storage
• Approval of ARPA nonprofit awards and budget amendment
• $124,539.80 contract for emergency dispatch software

Board of Commissioners

The Board will receive public comment on alternative plans for commissioner residency districts. The meeting also includes requests for public hearings regarding subdivision and zoning ordinance amendments. Additionally, the Board will vote on various budget amendments and contract awards.

• Public hearing request for Chatham County Subdivision Regulations amendments
• Rezoning of 11399 US 15-501 to allow retail and personal services
• Acceptance of $270,069 in COVID response funds from NC DHHS
• Task Order #4 for HDR Engineering in the amount of $159,500.00
• Duke Energy wireless tower permit request at 1785 Corinth Rd

The Board appointed a voting delegate and alternate for an upcoming annual business meeting. They also approved a new appointment to the Juvenile Crime Prevention Council. Several presentations on health, childcare, and climate change were received and filed.

• Appointed Commissioner Kenlan as voting delegate and Commissioner Gomez Flores as alternate for NCACC Annual Business Meeting (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Lateef Mitchell to the Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (5-0)
• Approved motion to enter closed session regarding personnel matters (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board will vote to schedule a public hearing regarding redistricting alternative plans for residency districts. They will also consider an interlocal agreement for Western Intake Partnership real estate and a $2,500 contribution from UNC Family Medicine.

• Vote on Interlocal Agreement for Western Intake Partnership real estate
• Approval of $2,500 from UNC Family Medicine for Maternity Care Center evaluation
• Setting a public hearing for August 21 regarding redistricting alternative plans

The Board of Commissioners approved a public hearing for August 21, 2023, to receive comments on three alternative reapportionment plans for residency districts. The Board also approved a real estate agreement for the Western Intake Partnership and a data-sharing grant for maternity care.

• Approved resolution for Western Intake Partnership real estate Interlocal Agreement (5-0)
• Approved $2,500 from UNC Family Medicine for Maternity Care Center data evaluation (5-0)
• Voted to set a public hearing for August 21, 2023, regarding commissioner residency district reapportionment plans

Board of Commissioners

The Board will review departmental updates regarding the quarterly budget and ARPA funds during a work session. During the regular session, commissioners will vote on several subdivision approvals, grant acceptances, and committee appointments. A primary item is the proposed purchase of the Old Central Services Facility for $2,770,290.80.

• Purchase of Old Central Services Facility property for $2,770,290.80
• Approval of Eden Parcels subdivision consisting of 11 lots on 14.87 acres
• Acceptance of a $237,243 CDC grant for Public Health Infrastructure Workforce Development
• Approval of Ridgecrest Subdivision application for 28 lots on 49.41 acres
• Budget ordinance amendment for Bennett Fire District expenditures

The Board held a work session consisting of informational presentations. No formal votes or substantive policy decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet to adopt the FY 2023-2024 Budget Ordinance and review Metropolitan Planning Organization boundary changes. The agenda also includes updates on affordable housing, economic development, and health alliance initiatives. Several service contracts and committee appointments are scheduled for approval.

• Adoption of the FY 2023-2024 Budget Ordinance
• $100,000 award to Rebuilding Together of the Triangle for housing rehabilitation
• Approval of a 19-lot subdivision at Valiant Reserve off Lystra Road
• Contracts with GFL and Waste Management for transfer station services
• Public hearing on amending the Watershed Protection Map for US 15-501

The Board of Commissioners approved a larger boundary expansion for the DCHC-MPO and the delineated CAMPO proposed boundary. The board also appointed a new member to the Climate Change Advisory Committee. Other items included updates on economic development and affordable housing.

• Approved DCHC-MPO larger boundary expansion and delineated CAMPO proposed boundary (5-0)
• Appointed Vickie Atkinson to the Climate Change Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Postponed Chatham Health Alliance annual update to July 17, 2023

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will receive updates on the 2023-2024 recommended budget and the Moncure area small area plan. The meeting also includes presentations regarding child protection reports and student wellness. Several routine items are scheduled for a vote via the consent agenda.

• Donation of a 2012 Dodge Durango to Central Carolina Community College
• Partners for Green Growth Grant application for Plan Chatham goals
• Amendment to the 2020 Equipment Installment Purchase Contract with Banc of America
• Update on the Moncure area small area plan
• Review of 2023-2024 budget revisions

The Board of Commissioners approved a vehicle donation to a community college and a grant application for conservation goals. They also adopted a resolution to amend the 2023 meeting calendar and approved a contract amendment with Banc of America Public Capital Corp.

• Approved resolution #23-31 amending the 2023 BOC Meeting Calendar (5-0)
• Approved donation of 2012 Dodge Durango to Central Carolina Community College (5-0)
• Approved Partners for Green Growth Grant application for conservation metrics (5-0)
• Approved Amendment Number 1 to 2020 Equipment Installment Purchase Contract with Banc of America Public Capital Corp (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is conducting a budget work session regarding the FY24 final budget. The session includes presentations on General Fund revenue, expenses, and other funds.

• FY24 Final Budget Presentation (Revenue, Expense, and Other Funds)

The Board reviewed the recommended FY24 budget, including revenue projections and departmental expenses. The Board reached consensus on two specific pay-related requests. No final budget vote was taken during this session.

• Approved pay increase for jury commissioners by consensus
• Approved policy for Cooperative Extension local salary supplement by consensus

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to receive comments on the recommended FY2023-2024 budget. The meeting includes an initial presentation of the draft budget.

• Public hearing for the recommended FY2023-2024 Budget (23-4763)
• Initial presentation of the FY2024 draft budget

The Board of Commissioners held a public hearing to receive comments on the Recommended FY2023-2024 Budget. No members of the public signed up to speak. No formal votes were taken on the budget draft during this meeting.

• Held public hearing for Recommended FY2023-2024 Budget
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the recommended FY 2023-2024 budget. The agenda also includes presentations on redistricting and election technology, as well as votes on various infrastructure and road projects.

• $400,000 American Rescue Plan grant for Western Intake Partnership engineering studies
• Public hearing for the recommended FY 2023-2024 budget
• Support for traffic signal and widening at Whippoorwill Lane and Old Farrington Road
• Support for traffic signal and widening at Mt. Carmel Church Road and Old Farrington Road
• Presentation on redistricting Chatham County Commissioner districts

The Board voted to enter a closed session to discuss legal counsel regarding Pugh, et al. v. Howard, et al. and economic development incentives. The Board of Elections presented a request for an $80,000 salary increase and a new Machine Tech position, but no decision was recorded on the request.

• Approved motion to enter Closed Session (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board will review the recommended Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget during a special presentation. The agenda also includes votes on a utility easement for the Vinfast Project and a sole source contract request for Webb Squared.

• Utility easement for City of Sanford to extend utilities for the Vinfast Project
• Competitive bid exemption and sole source request for Webb Squared
• Resolution proclaiming April 30 through May 6, 2023 as Clerks to the Boards Week
• Presentation of recommended Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget

The Board of Commissioners approved a utility easement for the City of Sanford to extend utilities for the Vinfast project. They also approved a competitive bid exemption for Webb Squared and adopted a resolution recognizing Clerks to the Boards of County Commissioner’s Week. The recommended Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget was presented, with public hearings scheduled for May 15 and 16.

• Approved utility easement for City of Sanford Vinfast project (5-0)
• Approved competitive bid exemption and sole source for Webb Squared (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution #23-23 proclaiming Clerks to the Boards of County Commissioner’s Week (5-0)
• Approved Agenda and Consent Agenda (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review MPO boundary changes and the FY2023 third quarter budget update. They are also considering a $350,000 county match for broadband expansion via the GREAT grant. Other items include rezoning requests and various committee appointments.

• Rezoning of 2.003 acres on Moncure Pittsboro Road from business to residential
• $350,000 county match for broadband expansion through GREAT grant agreements
• Acceptance of $25,795 from NCDHHS Food Protection and Facilities Branch
• Approval of $42,600 in Vaya Health funding for Foster Care reinvestment
• Contract changes for the BCBS of NC Administrative Services Agreement

The Board of Commissioners approved a rezoning request for a property on Moncure Pittsboro Road to allow for a new residence. They also approved several funding allocations, including grants from NCDHHS and Vaya Health, and various board appointments.

• Approved rezoning of Parcel 85396 on Moncure Pittsboro Road from Neighborhood Business to R-1 Residential (4-0)
• Approved FY 2022-2023 Budget Amendments (4-0)
• Approved naming of Chetango Mountain Rd (4-0)
• Accepted $25,795 from NCDHHS Food Protection and Facilities Branch (4-0)
• Approved $42,600 of Vaya Health funding for Foster Care reinvestment (4-0)
• Appointed Abby Bristow and Nicholas Keifer as Deputy Finance Officers (4-0)
• Appointed Kyle Stinson to the Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (4-0)
• Approved appointments to the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee and Planning Board (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board will vote on rezoning requests for business use on Old US 1 and a new 43-lot subdivision in Williams Township. Additionally, the Board will consider executing agreements for opioid settlement funds and directing their expenditure.

• Rezoning approximately 31 acres on Old US 1 to General Use Neighborhood Business
• Special Use Permit for a new 43-lot residential development called Granville
• Resolution to direct the expenditure of opioid settlement dollars
• Approval of $36,615 from the State of NC for water assistance programs
• Community College Pittsboro Campus Roof Replacement Project Ordinance

The Board of Commissioners approved two rezoning requests on Old US 1 and a special use permit for a residential development. They also authorized the execution of opioid settlement agreements and approved several state grants for public health and water assistance.

• Approved rezoning 15.25 acres on Old US 1 to General Use Neighborhood Business (5-0)
• Approved rezoning 16 acres on Old US 1 to General Use Neighborhood Business (5-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for 43-lot residential development off Big Hole Rd (5-0)
• Approved transfer of watershed development rights to Town of Siler City (5-0)
• Approved roof replacement project ordinance for Community College Pittsboro Campus (5-0)
• Accepted $25,000 for Public Health workforce training (5-0)
• Approved $36,615 for Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (5-0)
• Authorized execution of opioid settlement agreements (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review a presentation on Unified Development Ordinance zoning and consider several contract requests. Proposed items include property conveyance to the NC Department of Public Safety and internet service for the Emergency Operations Center. The agenda also includes appointments to local boards.

• Review of Unified Development Ordinance zoning module by White and Smith, LLC
• Internet service contract for Emergency Operations Center totaling $33,600
• Property conveyance to North Carolina Department of Public Safety
• Five-year lease for the County Board of Elections offices
• Software license approval for Southern Software Inc.

The Board approved several administrative items, including a lease for the Board of Elections and software licenses for computer-aided dispatch. Commissioners also adopted resolutions for Women's History Month and the Good Samaritan Law. The Board received a presentation on the Unified Development Ordinance zoning module but took no formal action on it.

• Approved property conveyance to NC Department of Public Safety (5-0)
• Approved sole source contract for Southern Software Inc. dispatch licenses (5-0)
• Approved reappointments to the Board of Equalization and Review (5-0)
• Approved FY2023 Chatham County-Council on Aging contract amendment (5-0)
• Approved $33,600 internet service contract for Emergency Operations Center (5-0)
• Approved Early Childhood Community Assessment and Action Plan contract (4-0, 1 recuse)
• Approved five-year lease for County Board of Elections offices (5-0)
• Appointed Diana Hales to the Environmental Review Advisory Committee (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is holding its Annual Legislative Breakfast. The meeting includes a discussion regarding Chatham County’s legislative priorities with NC Representative Robert Reives and NC Senator Natalie Murdock.

• Discussion of Chatham County’s legislative priorities with NC Rep. Robert Reives and NC Sen. Natalie Murdock

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review progress on Plan Moncure Phase 2 and discuss various county updates. The meeting includes votes on several contracts and a public hearing regarding a rezoning request in Moncure.

• $100,000 contract for early childhood landscape analysis
• Rezoning of Moncure Pittsboro Road from business to residential use
• $263,421.00 software contract with ePlus Inc.
• $9,362.50 sole source contract for FCC frequency coordination fees
• $34,144.48 in federal SNAP ARPA funds for the Food and Nutrition Program

The Board of Commissioners approved compensation increases for the ABC Board and General Manager, as well as several service contracts for hazardous waste and electronics recycling. They also authorized funding for early childhood analysis and foster care reinvestment. A rezoning request for a property on Moncure Pittsboro Road was referred to the Planning Board.

• Approved ABC board member stipend increase and 5% raise for General Manager (4-0)
• Approved bid to Ecoflo, Inc. for hazardous waste disposal (4-0)
• Approved bid to Synergy Recycling, LLC for electronic device recycling (4-0)
• Approved $100,000 for early childhood landscape analysis (4-0)
• Approved $88,800 of Vaya Health funding for Foster Care reinvestment (4-0)
• Approved $263,421 three-year contract with ePlus Inc. for Varonis software (4-0)
• Approved letter of commitment for AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities (4-0)
• Referred rezoning of Parcel 85396 from Neighborhood Business to R-1 Residential to Planning Board

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review budget updates and ARPA funds during a work session. During the regular session, the board will vote on several rezoning requests and a $900,000 request for fire apparatus. Public hearings are also scheduled for various residential and industrial rezonings.

• Rezoning 9.71 acres at 4295 Old US 1 to General Use Neighborhood Business
• Purchase of emergency fire apparatus up to $900,000 for Pittsboro Volunteer Fire Rescue
• Acceptance of a $35,463 TDE Perinatal Care Coordination grant from UNC Chapel Hill
• Approval of the 30-lot Firefly Overlook subdivision on 75.2 acres
• Rezoning 15 acres at 5749 Old US 1 to General Use Light Industrial

The Board of Commissioners approved three rezoning requests in Cape Fear Township and authorized up to $900,000 for emergency fire apparatus for the Pittsboro Volunteer Fire Rescue Department. Several other rezoning and special use permit requests were referred to the Planning Board. The Board also approved various grant funds and board appointments.

• Approved rezoning of 9.71 acres at 4295 Old US 1 to General Use Neighborhood Business (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 15 acres at 5749 Old US 1 to General Use Light Industrial (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 21.26 acres off Pea Ridge Rd. to Conditional District Heavy Industrial (5-0)
• Approved up to $900,000 for Pittsboro Volunteer Fire Rescue emergency fire apparatus (5-0)
• Approved $35,463 TDE Perinatal Care Coordination grant from UNC Chapel Hill (5-0)
• Approved first plat for Firefly Overlook subdivision of 30 lots (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Kent Jones to Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Referred three rezoning requests and one special use permit to the Planning Board

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is conducting a three-day annual retreat to discuss county goals, financial policies, and upcoming budget trends. The agenda includes presentations on school budgets, solid waste fees, and tax relief programs. The board will also vote on naming a private road 'VinFast Drive'.

• Vote to name a private road 'VinFast Drive'
• Discussion of solid waste fee options
• Presentation on Chatham County Schools budget
• Review of permit fee waiver program options
• Discussion regarding occupancy tax and tax relief programs

The Board of Commissioners approved the naming of one private road. The remainder of the meeting consisted of an annual retreat featuring presentations on school funding, human resources, tax relief, and intergovernmental relations, with no other formal votes taken.

• Approved naming of VinFast Drive (5-0)
• Approved agenda and consent agenda (5-0)