Chatham County public meetings in 2025

26 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 15, 2025 · 1:00 PM

Board of Commissioners

Board to vote on FY27-33 Capital Improvements Plan and subdivision approvals

The Board of Commissioners will consider the FY27-33 Capital Improvements Plan and various funding allocations for housing and human services. The meeting includes a public hearing on subdivision regulation amendments and votes on two residential subdivision plats.

Vote to approve the recommended FY27-33 Capital Improvements Plan (CIP)
Public hearing on amendments to Chatham County Subdivision Regulations regarding NC State Fire Code standards
Approval of Riverbend Estates at Laurel Ridge subdivision (107 lots on 622.32 acres)
Approval of Pine Tree Creek subdivision (11 lots on 21 acres) off Sugar Lake Road
Lawn maintenance contract with A&J Landscaping for $154,200

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✓ Decided: Board approves 107-lot Riverbend Estates subdivision over neighbor objections

The Board approved the first plat for Riverbend Estates at Laurel Ridge, a 107-lot subdivision on 622.32 acres off Rock Rest Road, despite concerns from neighbors about traffic, fire access, and archaeological sites. The vote was 4-1, with Commissioner Kenlan dissenting. The Board also approved $325,000 in Housing Trust Fund grants and a $1,094,800 loan for affordable housing, and elected Amanda Robertson as Chair and Franklin Gomez Flores as Vice Chair.

Approved Riverbend Estates first plat, 107 lots on 622.32 acres (4-1)
Approved $325,000 Housing Trust Fund grants for FY2026 (5-0)
Approved $1,094,800 supplementary loan for Redfield Place LIHTC project (5-0)
Approved $585,000 appropriation for FY27 Human Services Nonprofit Allocation (5-0)
Elected Amanda Robertson as Chair (3-2)
Elected Franklin Gomez Flores as Vice Chair (3-2)
Approved FY27-33 Capital Improvements Plan (5-0)
Approved $154,200 lawn maintenance contract with A&J Landscaping (5-0)

Historic Courthouse Courtroom

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes

🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

25-0617 — approved

3 nay · 2 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney nay · Franklin Gomez Flores nay · Amanda Robertson nay

25-0619 — approved

3 yea · 2 nay

Karen Howard nay · Katie Kenlan nay · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0624 — approved

4 yea · 1 nay

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan nay · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

approved

8 yea · 2 nay

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea · Karen Howard nay · Katie Kenlan nay · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

The other 34 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Tue Nov 18, 2025 · 9:00 AM

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners hold work session on FY2027-2033 Capital Improvement Plan

The Board of Commissioners is meeting for a work session to review the recommended Capital Improvement Plan for FY2027-2033. The session includes presentations on General Obligation Bonds and preparations for the budget retreat.

Review of FY2027-2033 Recommended Capital Improvement Plan
Presentation on General Obligation Bonds
Discussion of draft GO Referendum Schedule for November 2026
Budget Retreat preparation and 2027 Agenda draft

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✓ Decided: Board voted 5‑0 to move meeting to the Emergency Operations Center

Commissioner David Delaney moved, and Vice Chair Katie Kenlan seconded, a motion to relocate the meeting because of a power outage. The motion carried unanimously with five aye votes. The remainder of the agenda covered updates on the FY2027‑2033 Capital Improvement Plan, water infrastructure, park projects, and a presentation on general‑obligation bonds, but no further actions were approved.

Relocate meeting to Emergency Operations Center – motion carried 5‑0

Chatham County Agriculture and Conference Center

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

A motion was made by Commissioner Franklin Gomez Flores, seconded by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, that the was adjourned. The motion carried by the following vote:

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Gomez Flores yea

CALL TO ORDER — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

ADJOURNMENT — adjourned

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

Mon Nov 17, 2025 · 2:00 PM

Board of Commissioners

Board to hold public hearing on FY2027-2033 Capital Improvements Plan

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding the long-term Capital Improvements Plan and two zoning requests. The body will also vote on several park and infrastructure contracts and a 107-lot subdivision plat.

Public hearing on the Recommended FY2027-2033 Capital Improvements Plan (CIP)
Contract for phase one of Parker’s Ridge Park for $500,000 with a $743,857 local match
Proposal for 2029 reappraisal project by Tanner Valuation Group LLC for $385,000
Rezoning request for 66.017 acres at 3378 Christian Chapel Church Rd. from R-1 to CD-RB
First Plat review for Riverbend Estates at Laurel Ridge consisting of 107 lots

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✓ Decided: Board approves $650,400 FY2026 farmland grant awards

The Board approved the FY2026 Chatham Agricultural Preservation and Development Farmland Grant Awards, allocating $650,400 to four conservation easement projects and a $75,000 support grant to the Triangle Land Conservancy. The motion passed unanimously with all five commissioners voting aye. The Board also voted to discontinue accepting direct waiver requests under the Compact Communities Ordinance, directing staff to require all future waiver considerations to follow formal, publicly‑noticed processes. That decision was adopted by consensus.

Approved FY2026 farmland grant awards ($650,400) (5-0)
Directed staff to stop accepting direct Compact Communities waiver requests (consensus)

Historic Courthouse Courtroom

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes

🗳️ How they voted (16 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

A motion was made by Commissioner Franklin Gomez Flores, seconded by Commissioner Amanda Robertson, that the meeting was adjourned. The motion carried by the following vote:

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Gomez Flores yea

ADJUSTMENTS AND APPROVAL OF WORK SESSION AGENDA — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0565 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

ADJUSTMENTS AND APPROVAL OF REGULAR SESSION AGENDA — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0566 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0567 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0568 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0570 — adopted

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0575 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0584 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0572 — adopted

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

ADJOURNMENT — adjourned

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0590 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0591 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0594 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

Thu Nov 6, 2025 · 9:00 AM

Board of Commissioners

Board of Commissioners holds Climate Retreat Day 2 with Climate Change Advisory Committee

The Board of Commissioners is meeting for a special retreat to discuss climate action strategies. The session focuses on energy use, funding, and coordinating plans with Pittsboro and Orange County.

Discussion on solid waste and heat action
Review of climate impacts on energy use and energy burden
Discussion on funding climate action
Coordination of climate action plans with Pittsboro and Orange County
Development of a vision for climate action in Chatham County

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✓ Decided: Board adjourned the special climate retreat meeting

The Board of Commissioners held a special session with the Climate Change Advisory Committee to discuss climate‑related topics. No policy actions, approvals, or denials were recorded. The meeting was adjourned after a motion by Commissioner David Delaney, seconded by Commissioner Amanda Robertson, which carried.

Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center located at 1192 US Hwy 64 West Business in Pittsboro

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

A motion was made by Commissioner David Delaney, seconded by Commissioner Amanda Robertson, that the meeting was adjourned. The motion carried by the following vote:

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Gomez Flores yea

ADJOURNMENT — adjourned

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

Mon Nov 3, 2025 · 4:00 PM

Board of Commissioners

Board votes on resolution to amend Constitution limiting corporate free‑speech rights

The Commissioners will vote on a resolution supporting a constitutional amendment that would deny corporations the same First Amendment protections as natural persons and allow regulation of campaign spending. They will also consider several consent‑agenda items, including a $12,908.48 debt write‑off for the Public Health Department and acceptance of a $73,000 grant for a research project. Additional agenda items involve appointments to the Climate Change Advisory Committee and multiple actions related to the Vickers Village development, such as a fee‑in‑lie agreement, a zoning ordinance amendment, and a 12‑month plat extension.

25-0562 – Vote to adopt resolution supporting constitutional amendment on corporate rights
25-0547 – Approve $12,908.48 debt write‑off for Chatham County Public Health Department
25-0551 – Accept $73,000 grant from NC Alliance for Public Health Agencies for Thriving Hearts research
25-0553 – Approve fee‑in‑lie agreement for Affordable Housing Element of Vickers Village
25-0554 – Adopt ordinance revising Vickers Village Conditional District phasing schedule

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✓ Decided: Board adopts resolution to limit corporate constitutional rights

The commissioners adopted a resolution (25‑74) stating corporations are not entitled to natural‑person protections and that campaign spending is not protected by the First Amendment. They also approved a $12,908.48 debt write‑off for the Public Health Department, accepted a $73,000 grant for the Thriving Hearts research project, increased Climate Change Advisory Committee members from nine to eleven, and appointed two new committee members. All votes were recorded in the minutes.

Adopted resolution limiting corporate constitutional rights (4‑1)
Approved $12,908.48 debt write‑off for Public Health Department (5‑0)
Accepted $73,000 grant for Thriving Hearts research project (5‑0)
Amended Advisory Committee policy to increase Climate Change Committee members to eleven (5‑0)
Appointed Deb Gallagher (term to 2/28/2027) to Climate Change Committee (5‑0)
Appointed Nicholas Gower (term to 2/28/2028) to Climate Change Committee (5‑0)

Historic Courthouse Courtroom

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes

🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

25-0553 — approved

4 yea · 1 nay

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney nay · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0562 — adopted

4 yea · 1 nay

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney nay · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

The other 10 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Mon Oct 20, 2025 · 1:00 PM

Board of Commissioners

Board to consider rezoning for Jordan Lake wastewater plant

The Chatham County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for a wastewater treatment plant in the Conservancy at Jordan Lake subdivision. The board will also vote on a $350,000 energy efficiency grant and approve a contract for gymnasium replacements at Bennett, Bonlee, and Silk Hope schools.

Public hearing on rezoning for Wastewater Treatment Plant in Conservancy at Jordan Lake
Vote to approve $350,000 contract with NC DEQ for Energy Efficiency Block Grant
Vote to approve $9,807.00 in Minority Diabetes Prevention Program funds
Vote to approve contract amendment for Aging Services - Western Center renovations ($701,340)
Vote to approve gymnasium replacements at Bennett, Bonlee, and Silk Hope K-8 Schools

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✓ Decided: Board approved budget transfer to add four deputy sheriffs, bringing total new hires to ten

The Board approved a budget transfer within the Sheriff’s Office to use existing vehicles, allowing four additional deputy sheriffs to be hired in FY26, adding to the six deputies already approved for a total increase of ten. The motion carried unanimously with all five commissioners voting aye. The Board also adopted three resolutions—Friends of Library Groups, Family Caregiver Month, and Lead Poisoning Prevention Week—each with a 5‑0 vote.

Approved funding for 6 additional deputy sheriffs (5-0)
Approved budget transfer to hire 4 additional deputy sheriffs (5-0)
Adopted Resolution Recognizing Friends of Library Groups (5-0)
Adopted Resolution proclaiming November 2025 as Family Caregiver Month (5-0)
Adopted Resolution recognizing October 19‑25, 2025 as Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (5-0)

Historic Courthouse Courtroom

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes

🗳️ How they voted (36 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

A motion was made by Commissioner Franklin Gomez Flores, seconded by Commissioner Amanda Robertson, that the meeting was adjourned. The motion carried by the following vote:

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Gomez Flores yea

ADJUSTMENTS AND APPROVAL OF WORK SESSION AGENDA — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0518 — adopted

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0523 — adopted

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0528 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0544 — adopted

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

ADJUSTMENTS AND APPROVAL OF REGULAR SESSION AGENDA — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0501 — adopted

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0504 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0505 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0506 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0508 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0509 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0510 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0513 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0515 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0520 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0521 — adopted

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0522 — adopted

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

Fri Oct 17, 2025 · 9:00 AM

Board of Commissioners

Board of Commissioners holds Climate Retreat Day 1 with Advisory Committee

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting and retreat focused on climate change. The session consists of presentations on climate urgency, the creation of a Climate Action Plan, and sector-specific impacts.

Presentation on the urgency of climate change and effects in Chatham County by Dr. Jared Bowen
Discussion on Climate Action Plan (CAP) elements and processes with Emily Barrett
Presentation on climate adaptation and community impact by Dr. Susan Crate
Discussion of a sector-by-sector approach to climate action
Presentation on the agriculture sector by Dr. Michelle Schroeder Moreno

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously adjourned the Climate Change Retreat meeting

The Board of Commissioners voted to adjourn the special climate retreat meeting. Vice Chair Katie Kenlan made the motion, Commissioner Amanda Robertson seconded, and all five members present voted aye. No policy or budget decisions were made during the session.

Adjourned meeting (5-0) – motion by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, seconded by Commissioner Amanda Robertson

Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center located at 1192 US Hwy 64 West Business in Pittsboro

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

A motion was made by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, seconded by Commissioner Amanda Robertson, that the meeting was adjourned. The motion carried by the following vote:

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Gomez Flores yea

ADJOURNMENT — adjourned

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

Mon Sep 29, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Board of Commissioners

Joint meeting to review health, climate, transit, and redevelopment plans

The Chatham County Board of Commissioners will hold a joint meeting with the Town of Pittsboro to receive presentations on the 2024 Chatham County Health Community Assessment, the Town of Pittsboro Climate Action Plan, Chatham Transit services, and the Downtown Redevelopment project.

Receive presentation on 2024 Chatham County Health Community Assessment
Receive presentation on Town of Pittsboro Climate Action Plan
Receive overview of Chatham Transit services and future initiatives
Receive presentation on Downtown Redevelopment project
Receive overview of NCSU ITRE Microtransit Study

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✓ Decided: Board receives presentations and approves adjournments

The Chatham County Board of Commissioners received and filed presentations on the 2024 Health Community Assessment, the Town of Pittsboro Climate Action Plan, Chatham Transit services, and a downtown redevelopment project. The board then voted to adjourn both the Pittsboro and Chatham County portions of the special meeting. The Pittsboro adjournment motion passed unanimously; the Chatham County adjournment motion passed with five votes in favor.

Received and filed 2024 Health Community Assessment presentation
Received and filed Town of Pittsboro Climate Action Plan presentation
Received and filed Chatham Transit services overview presentation
Received and filed Downtown Redevelopment project presentation
Motion to adjourn Pittsboro meeting approved unanimously
Motion to adjourn Chatham County meeting approved (5 votes)

Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center located at 1192 US Hwy 64 West Business in Pittsboro

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

A motion was made by Commissioner Amanda Robertson, seconded by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, that the meeting was adjourned. The motion carried by the following vote:

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Gomez Flores yea

ADJOURNMENT - Chatham County — adjourned

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

Mon Sep 22, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Board of Commissioners

Chatham County and Siler City boards hold joint special meeting

The Chatham County Board of Commissioners and the Town of Siler City Board of Commissioners are meeting to receive several presentations. The session focuses on community health, transit, and local programs. No votes or decisions are scheduled on this agenda.

2024 Chatham County Health Community Assessment presentation
Siler City Parks and Recreation presentation
Overview of Chatham Transit services and future initiatives
Siler City Main Street Program presentation
Update on the Chatham County low-income tax program

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✓ Decided: Board received multiple presentations and adjourned the meeting

The Chatham County Board of Commissioners and the Town of Siler City Board received and filed five presentations covering health assessment, parks and recreation, transit services, Main Street program, and low‑income tax relief. Both bodies then voted to adjourn their respective meetings. No other actions were taken.

Received and filed 2024 Chatham County Health Community Assessment presentation
Received and filed Siler City Parks and Recreation update
Received and filed overview of Chatham Transit services and pilot program
Received and filed Siler City Main Street program update
Received and filed Chatham County Low‑Income Tax Relief program overview
Unanimously approved motion to adjourn Siler City meeting
Approved motion to adjourn Chatham County meeting (5 ayes)

Siler City Center for Active Living located at 112 Village Lake Road in Siler City

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

A motion was made by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, seconded by Commissioner Amanda Robertson, that the meeting was adjourned. The motion carried by the following vote:

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Gomez Flores yea

ADJOURNMENT - Chatham County — adjourned

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

Mon Sep 15, 2025 · 2:00 PM

Board of Commissioners

Board approves purchase of ten police vehicles for $405,497

The Board of Commissioners will vote on a range of items including heritage month resolutions, advisory committee appointments, and budget amendments. Major decisions include authorizing the purchase of ten Ford Police Interceptor Utility Vehicles for $405,497, adopting a resolution to join the state C‑PACE program, and accepting a $100,000 public‑health grant. Additional actions cover a road abandonment on Lakeside Drive, a $300,000 architectural survey contract, and several lease agreements and other contracts.

Authorize purchase of ten Ford Police Interceptor Utility Vehicles for $405,497 (State Contract NC70A‑STC2510A)
Adopt resolution of intent to participate in the NC Commercial Property Assessed Capital Expenditure (C‑PACE) program
Accept $100,000 grant from the NC Alliance for Public Health Agencies for a regional academic health department model
Adopt resolution abandoning a portion of SR 1753 (Lakeside Drive) per NCDOT request
Award contract to hmwPreservation for Chatham County Architectural Survey update, up to $300,000

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✓ Decided: Board adopts five community resolutions unanimously

The Board approved the work session agenda as amended with a 5‑0 vote. It then adopted five resolutions—Hispanic Heritage Month, Domestic Violence Awareness Month, National Youth Justice Action Month, National 4‑H Week, and another Hispanic Heritage resolution—each passing unanimously (5‑0). No other substantive actions were taken.

Approved work session agenda as amended (5-0)
Adopted Resolution Honoring Hispanic Heritage Month (5-0)
Adopted Resolution recognizing Domestic Violence Awareness Month (5-0)
Adopted Resolution recognizing National Youth Justice Action Month (5-0)
Adopted Resolution recognizing National 4-H Week (5-0)

Historic Courthouse Courtroom

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

25-0435 — approved

4 yea · 1 nay

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney nay · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

The other 49 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Mon Aug 18, 2025 · 2:00 PM

Board of Commissioners

Board approves contracts, zoning changes, and bond refunding

The Chatham County Board of Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda of routine items, including contracts for a transitional housing facility, opioid settlement funds, and road construction. The session also includes public hearings on bond refunding, zoning changes, and ordinance amendments.

Vote to approve a $146,723.02 contract for Pokeberry Tributary Trail construction
Vote to approve a $450,000 contract for emergency shelter assistance
Public hearing on refunding limited obligation bonds
Public hearing on rezoning for a wastewater treatment plant
Public hearing on zoning text amendment for auto sales

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✓ Decided: Board approves ARPA matching funds for two trail projects

The commissioners approved the work‑session agenda unanimously. They adopted resolutions recognizing Payroll Week (Sept. 1‑5) and Healthy Aging Month (Sept. 2025). They approved the use of ARPA money to match $75,000 for the Deep River State Trail feasibility study and $152,294 for the Pegg Tract improvements on the Haw River State Trail. The board also entered and later exited a closed‑session meeting.

Approved work‑session agenda (5‑0)
Adopted Payroll Week resolution (5‑0)
Adopted Healthy Aging Month resolution (5‑0)
Approved ARPA match $75,000 Deep River State Trail feasibility study & $152,294 Pegg Tract improvements (5‑0)
Entered closed session to consult attorney (5‑0)
Exited closed session (5‑0)

Historic Courthouse Courtroom

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes

🗳️ How they voted (36 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

A motion was made by Commissioner Amanda Robertson, seconded by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, that the meeting was adjourned. The motion carried by the Page 26 Chatham County, NC August 18, 2025 Board of…

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Gomez Flores yea

ADJUSTMENTS AND APPROVAL OF WORK SESSION AGENDA — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0353 — adopted

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0381 — adopted

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0410 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0411 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0412 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

ADJUSTMENTS AND APPROVAL OF REGULAR SESSION AGENDA — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0180 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0336 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0382 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0388 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0389 — adopted

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0390 — adopted

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0391 — adopted

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0392 — adopted

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0393 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0395 — adopted

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0396 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0397 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

Mon Jul 21, 2025 · 2:00 PM

Board of Commissioners

Chatham County Commissioners to review advisory committee policies and land transfers

The Board of Commissioners will discuss affordable housing and the implementation of a new advisory committee policy. The meeting includes votes on several contracts for health and economic services, as well as the conveyance of surplus property to Habitat for Humanity.

Conveyance of surplus property at 774 Gees Grove Road, Siler City to Chatham Habitat for Humanity
Special Use Permit for a fueling station at Chatham Downs shopping center (88 Chatham Downs Dr.)
Contract with Chatham Economic Development Corporation for $456,558
Contract with Elephant Circle for $334,058.93 for the EMBRACe Project
Public hearing for amendments to the Chatham County Ordinance Establishing a Planning Board

zoningaffordable-housingeconomic-developmentpublic-healthgovernment-policy

✓ Decided: Board approves new terms for Affordable Housing Advisory Committee members

The Board adopted revised term dates for all members of the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee, including district and full‑board seats. The motion was made by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, seconded by Commissioner Amanda Robertson, and carried unanimously with six affirmative votes. The same vote pattern approved several other advisory‑committee term changes and two public‑health resolutions.

Approved Affordable Housing Advisory Committee terms (6‑0)
Adopted Overdose Awareness Day resolution (6‑0)
Adopted Breastfeeding Month and World Breastfeeding Week resolution (6‑0)
Approved Climate Change Advisory Committee terms (6‑0)
Approved Environmental Review Advisory Committee terms (6‑0)
Approved Library Advisory Committee terms (6‑0)
Approved Recreation Advisory Committee restructuring (6‑0)

Historic Courthouse Courtroom

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

25-0325 — approved

3 yea · 2 nay

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney nay · Franklin Gomez Flores nay · Amanda Robertson yea

The other 52 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Thu Jun 26, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners hold special session regarding The Summit Church litigation

The Board of Commissioners is meeting for a special session. The agenda consists of a closed session to consult with an attorney regarding the handling or settlement of The Summit Church v. Chatham County.

Closed session regarding The Summit Church v. Chatham County (Item 25-0331)

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✓ Decided: Board voted unanimously to hold closed session on Summit Church lawsuit

The Board voted unanimously to enter a closed session to consult its attorney about the Summit Church v. Chatham County case. After the consultation, the Board voted unanimously to return to open session at 7:02 pm. The meeting was then adjourned at 7:04 pm by unanimous vote.

Vote to go into closed session to consult attorney on Summit Church v. Chatham County (5-0)
Vote to come out of closed session at 7:02 pm (5-0)
Vote to adjourn meeting at 7:04 pm (5-0)

Historic Courthouse Courtroom

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

A motion was made by Commissioner Franklin Gomez Flores, seconded by Commissioner Amanda Robertson, that the meeting was adjourned. The motion carried by the following vote:

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Gomez Flores yea

25-0331 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0332 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

ADJOURNMENT — adjourned

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

Mon Jun 16, 2025 · 2:00 PM

Board of Commissioners

Chatham County Board of Commissioners to vote on FY 2025-2026 Budget Ordinance

The Board of Commissioners will vote to adopt the FY 2025-2026 Budget Ordinance. The meeting includes a work session to discuss tax relief, advisory policies, and signage, followed by a regular session to approve various contracts and rezoning requests.

Vote to adopt the FY 2025-2026 Budget Ordinance
Contract with Dell Technologies for Microsoft licensing at $275,081.52 per year
Auto renewal contract with Tyler Technologies for $207,820 for finance software
Grant application for up to $500,000 for Pokeberry Creek and wetlands restoration
Rezoning request for 18.81 acres at 680 Pea Ridge Rd. from R-1 Residential to General Use Regional Business

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✓ Decided: Board approves AMI increase for Low Income Tax Relief program

The Board voted 4‑0 to raise the Area Median Income threshold from 60% to 80% for the Low Income Tax Relief Program. It also adopted a resolution designating June 17, 2025 as Accounts Payable Day, approved the Child Fatality Prevention Team reports, and approved two George Moses Horton signs on Highway 15‑501. The work‑session agenda was approved unanimously.

Approved work‑session agenda (4‑0)
Adopted Resolution recognizing June 17, 2025 as Accounts Payable Day (4‑0)
Approved Child Fatality Prevention Team reports (4‑0)
Approved change to AMI from 60% to 80% for Low Income Tax Relief Program (4‑0)
Approved resolution for two George Moses Horton signs on Highway 15‑501 (4‑0)

Historic Courthouse Courtroom

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes

🗳️ How they voted (102 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

A motion was made by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, seconded by Commissioner Amanda Robertson, that the work session agenda was approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Robertson yea

A motion was made by Commissioner Amanda Robertson, seconded by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, that this 25-33 Resolution recognizing Accounts Payable Day on June 17, 2025 in Chatham County was adopted…

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Robertson yea

A motion was made by Commissioner Amanda Robertson, seconded by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, that the Child Fatality Prevention Team reports were approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Robertson yea

A motion was made by Commissioner Amanda Robertson, seconded by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, to change to the Area Median Income (AMI) from 60% to 80% on the Chatham County Low Income Tax Relief Program…

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Robertson yea

A motion was made by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, seconded by Commissioner Amanda Robertson, to adopt the 24-34 Resolution for two signs to be placed on Highway 15-501 honoring George Moses Horton. The…

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Robertson yea

A motion was made by Commissioner Amanda Robertson, seconded by Commissioner David Delaney, that this 25-35 Resolution Amending the Chatham County Advisory Committee Policy was adopted. The motion…

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Robertson yea

A motion was made by Commissioner Amanda Robertson, seconded by Commissioner David Delaney, to go into closed session pursuant to § Page 6 Chatham County, NC June 16, 2025 Board of Commissioners…

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Robertson yea

A motion was made by Commissioner Amanda Robertson, seconded by Commissioner David Delaney, to come out of closed sesstion. The motion carried by the following vote:

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Robertson yea

A motion was made by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, seconded by Commissioner Amanda Robertson, that the regular session agenda was approved as presented. The motion carried by the following vote:

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Robertson yea

A motion was made by Commissioner Amanda Robertson, seconded by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, that the FY2025-2026 Budget Ordinance was approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Robertson yea

A motion was made by Commissioner Amanda Robertson, seconded by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, that the June 6, 2022 Work Session Minutes were approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Robertson yea

A motion was made by Commissioner Amanda Robertson, seconded by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, that the June 21, 2022 Work and Regular Session Minutes were approved. The motion carried by the following…

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Robertson yea

A motion was made by Commissioner Amanda Robertson, seconded by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, that the August 24, 2022 Work and Regular Session Minutes were approved. The motion carried by the following…

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Robertson yea

A motion was made by Commissioner Amanda Robertson, seconded by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, that the August 29, 2022 Special Meeting Minutes were approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Robertson yea

A motion was made by Commissioner Amanda Robertson, seconded by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, that the September 19, 2022 Work and Regular Session Minutes were approved. The motion carried by the…

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Robertson yea

A motion was made by Commissioner Amanda Robertson, seconded by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, that the September 27, 2022 Special Meeting Minutes were approved. The motion carried by the following vote…

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Robertson yea

A motion was made by Commissioner Amanda Robertson, seconded by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, that the May 19, 2025 Work and Regular Session Minutes were approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Robertson yea

A motion was made by Commissioner Amanda Robertson, seconded by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, that the May 20, 2025 Siler City Budget Public Hearing Minutes were approved. The motion carried by the…

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Robertson yea

A motion was made by Commissioner Amanda Robertson, seconded by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, that the May 22, 2025 Budget Work Session Minutes were approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Robertson yea

A motion was made by Commissioner Amanda Robertson, seconded by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, to appoint Elizabeth Coykendall, MHA, to fill an unexpired term on the Board of Health as a public member…

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · NC June yea

Thu May 22, 2025 · 9:00 AM

Board of Commissioners

Chatham County Board of Commissioners holds FY26 budget work session

The Board of Commissioners is meeting for a budget work session to review the FY26 final presentation. Discussions include general fund revenues, expenses, other funds, and potential fee or rate changes.

FY26 Final budget presentation
General Fund Revenue and Fee/Rate Changes
General Fund Expense review
Other Funds review

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✓ Decided: Board approved FY2025‑2026 budget recommendations and adjourned work session

The commissioners approved the work‑session agenda unanimously and, after reviewing department budgets, reached consensus to move forward with the recommended FY2025‑2026 budget. They agreed to add an Election Coordinator position to the FY2026 budget, retain a 4% salary increase for top officials, and continue nonprofit funding while discussions with United Way remain on hold. The session was adjourned unanimously.

Approved work session agenda (4‑0)
Added Election Coordinator position to FY2026 budget (consensus)
Adopted policy to pay special pay when more than two meetings occur in a month (consensus)
Continued FY26 nonprofit funding and will keep talks with United Way (consensus)
Retained 4% salary increase for County Manager, Register of Deeds, Sheriff, Elections Director, and Commissioners (consensus)
Moved forward with the recommended FY2025‑2026 budget (consensus)
Adjourned the three‑day budget work session (4‑0)

Agriculture Conference Center

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

A motion was made by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, seconded by Commissioner Franklin Gomez Flores, that the agenda was approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Gomez Flores yea

A motion was made by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, seconded by Commissioner Franklin Gomez Flores, that the budget work session was adjourned. The motion carried by the following vote:

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Gomez Flores yea

ADJUSTMENTS AND APPROVAL OF REGULAR SESSION AGENDA — approved

4 yea · 1 absent

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson absent

ADJOURNMENT — adjourned

4 yea · 1 absent

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson absent

Tue May 20, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Board of Commissioners

Chatham County holds public hearing on recommended FY 2025-2026 budget

The Board of Commissioners will meet to hold a public hearing regarding the recommended budget for fiscal year 2025-2026. The session includes an initial presentation of the recommended budget.

Public hearing for recommended fiscal year 2025-2026 Chatham County budget

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✓ Decided: Board approved the regular session agenda

The Board approved the regular session agenda with a unanimous vote of three commissioners. No other motions were adopted; the meeting then moved to a public hearing on the FY 2025‑2026 budget where public comments were heard.

Approved regular session agenda (3-0)

Siler City Town Hall

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

A motion was made by Commissioner Franklin Gomez Flores, seconded by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, that the agenda was approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

3 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Gomez Flores yea

A motion was made by Commissioner Franklin Gomez Flores, seconded by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, that the meeting was adjourned. The motion carried by the following vote:

3 yea · 1 absent

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Gomez Flores yea · Delaney absent

ADJUSTMENTS AND APPROVAL OF REGULAR SESSION AGENDA — approved

3 yea · 2 absent

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney absent · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson absent

ADJOURNMENT — adjourned

3 yea · 2 absent

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney absent · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson absent

Mon May 19, 2025 · 2:00 PM

Board of Commissioners

Chatham County holds public hearing for recommended FY 2025-2026 budget

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the recommended FY 2025-2026 budget and discuss the FY2025 third quarter budget update. The board is also voting on several high-value contracts for emergency services and facility renovations.

Five-year EMS agreement with FirstHealth of the Carolinas, Inc. for $38,853,331
Contract with Bordeaux Construction for Detention Center renovation design for $420,000
Bid from Ohio Dredging, LLC for $304,900 for water treatment plant lagoon dredging
Request to move the Unified Development Ordinance effective date from July 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025
Public hearing for a Special Use Permit to add a fueling station at 88 Chatham Downs Dr.

budgetemszoningpublic-safetyinfrastructure

✓ Decided: Board adopts two resolutions and approves work session agenda

The Board approved the work session agenda with a unanimous 4‑0 vote. It then adopted a resolution honoring the Siler City Center for Active Living for receiving the 2025 Ann Johnson Senior Center of the Year Award, also by a 4‑0 vote. Finally, the Board adopted a resolution proclaiming May 25‑31, 2025 as Chatham County Heat Awareness Week, again with a 4‑0 vote.

Approved work session agenda (4-0)
Adopted Resolution honoring Siler City Center for Ann Johnson Senior Center of the Year Award (4-0)
Adopted Resolution proclaiming May 25-31, 2025 as Chatham County Heat Awareness Week (4-0)

Historic Courthouse Courtroom

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes

🗳️ How they voted (42 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

A motion was made by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, seconded by Commissioner Franklin Gomez Flores, that the work session agenda was approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Gomez Flores yea

A motion was made by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, seconded by Commissioner Franklin Gomez Flores, that this 25-27 Resolution Honoring the Siler City Center for Active Living for Receiving the 2025 Ann…

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · NC May yea

A motion was made by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, seconded by Commissioner Franklin Gomez Flores, that this 25-28 Resolution Proclaiming May 25-31, 2025 as Chatham County Heat Awareness Week was adopted…

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Gomez Flores yea

A motion was made by Commissioner Franklin Gomez Flores, seconded by Commissioner David Delaney, that the American Rescue Plan Act grant project ordinance be amended as presented. The motion carried…

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · NC May yea

A motion was made by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, seconded by Commissioner Franklin Gomez Flores, that the Regular Session agenda was approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Gomez Flores yea

A motion was made by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, seconded by Commissioner Franklin Gomez Flores, that the consent agenda was approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Gomez Flores yea

A motion was made by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, seconded by Commissioner Franklin Gomez Flores, that a contract with Thyssenkrupp Elevator for an upgrade/replacement of the elevator at the Chatham…

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Gomez Flores yea

A motion was made by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, seconded by Commissioner Franklin Gomez Flores, that the 25-31 Resolution Recognizing Juneteenth as Page 11 Chatham County, NC May 19, 2025 Board of…

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Gomez Flores yea

A motion was made by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, seconded by Commissioner Franklin Gomez Flores, that the 25-32 Resolution Recognizing Pride Month was adopted. The motion carried by the following vote:

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Gomez Flores yea

A motion was made by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, seconded by Commissioner Franklin Gomez Flores, that the MOU amendment with Central Carolina Community College for the Chatham Promise program was…

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Gomez Flores yea

A motion was made by Commissioner Franklin Gomez Flores, seconded by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, to appoint Deepa Sanyal with a term ending 12/30/2025, Sharon Taylor Gray with a term ending 12/30/2026…

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Gomez Flores yea

A motion was made by Commissioner Franklin Gomez Flores, seconded by Chair Karen Howard, that the meeting was adjourned. The motion carried by the following vote:

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Gomez Flores yea

ADJUSTMENTS AND APPROVAL OF WORK SESSION AGENDA — approved

4 yea · 1 absent

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson absent

25-0166 — approved

4 yea · 1 absent

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson absent

25-0178 — approved

4 yea · 1 absent

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson absent

ADJUSTMENTS AND APPROVAL OF REGULAR SESSION AGENDA — approved

4 yea · 1 absent

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson absent

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA — approved

4 yea · 1 absent

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson absent

25-0197 — approved

4 yea · 1 absent

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson absent

25-0201 — approved

4 yea · 1 absent

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson absent

25-0202 — approved

4 yea · 1 absent

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson absent

Mon May 5, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Board of Commissioners

Board to vote on inmate healthcare contract and elder abuse awareness month

The Chatham County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular session to approve routine minutes, a pyrotechnics display permit, and a healthcare contract renewal. They will also consider resolutions on elder abuse awareness and zoning bills, receive budget and advisory committee presentations, and address non-profit associations.

Renew $266,008.68 inmate healthcare contract with Southern Health Partners (July 1, 2025–June 30, 2026)
Approve pyrotechnics display at Conway Family Farm, 460 Henley Rd, Chapel Hill on May 31, 2025
Proclaim May 11–June 15 as Vulnerable Adult and Elder Abuse Awareness Month
Receive FY2026 budget presentation and advisory committee policy direction
Review non-profit association disclosures for commissioners

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✓ Decided: Board approves inmate healthcare contract and multiple resolutions

The Board unanimously approved a $266,008.68 renewal contract with Southern Health Partners for inmate healthcare services. It also approved a resolution on North Carolina planning and zoning bills, a resolution designating May 11‑June 15, 2025 as Vulnerable Adult and Elder Abuse Awareness Month, and a pyrotechnics display at The Conway Family Farm. The agenda and consent agenda were adopted, and a motion to add a Parks and Recreation advisory appointment to the consent agenda failed.

Motion to add Terri Tyson appointment to consent agenda failed (1-4)
Agenda approved as amended (5-0)
Consent agenda approved (5-0)
Pyrotechnics display at Conway Family Farm approved (5-0)
Renewal contract with Southern Health Partners for inmate healthcare approved ($266,008.68) (5-0)
Resolution concerning NC bills introduced for planning and zoning approved (5-0)
Resolution proclaiming Vulnerable Adult and Elder Abuse Awareness Month approved (5-0)
March 17, 2025 work session minutes approved (5-0)

Historic Courthouse Courtroom

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes

🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

ADJUSTMENTS AND APPROVAL OF REGULAR SESSION AGENDA — approved

6 yea · 4 nay

Karen Howard nay · Katie Kenlan nay · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores nay · Amanda Robertson nay · Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0234 — approved

3 nay · 2 yea

Karen Howard nay · Katie Kenlan nay · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson nay

The other 12 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Mon Apr 21, 2025 · 1:00 PM

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners consider $1.29 million opioid settlement fund expenditure

The Board of Commissioners will vote on spending $1.29 million in opioid settlement funds for addiction treatment and recovery services. The meeting also includes votes on housing grants, several vendor contracts, and public hearings for rezoning and road renaming.

Expenditure of $1.29 million in Opioid Settlement Funds for FY2026-2028
Housing Trust Fund awards of $120,000 to Habitat for Humanity and $20,000 to Preserving Home
Contracts for ESRI ($180,900) and ClearGov ($122,399.64)
Public hearing for rezoning 18.81 acres at 680 Pea Ridge Rd. to General Use Regional Business
Special Use Permit for a new EMS station at 9251 US 15-501 N

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✓ Decided: Board adopts $1.29 M opioid settlement fund plan for FY 2026‑28

The Commissioners unanimously approved the FY2025 projects for the Chatham Agricultural Preservation and Development Trust Fund. They also adopted a resolution directing $1.29 million of opioid settlement funds to six specified strategies for fiscal years 2026‑2028. The consent agenda was approved, including a $660,320 subordination agreement for Oak View low‑income housing apartments. Several past meeting minutes were approved.

Approved FY2025 Chatham Agricultural Preservation and Development Trust Fund projects (5-0)
Adopted Resolution directing $1.29 M opioid settlement funds for FY2026‑28 strategies (5-0)
Approved Consent Agenda, including $660,320 subordination agreement for Oak View low‑income housing (5-0)
Approved January 7‑9, 2025 Budget Retreat minutes (5-0)
Approved January 21, 2025 Work and Regular Meeting minutes (5-0)
Approved January 30, 2025 Special Meeting minutes (5-0)
Approved February 17, 2025 minutes (5-0)
Approved February 25, 2025 Joint Board of Education Meeting minutes (5-0)

Historic Courthouse Courtroom

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes

🗳️ How they voted (42 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

A motion was made by Commissioner Franklin Gomez Flores, seconded by Commissioner Amanda Robertson, that the meeting was adjourned. The motion carried by the following vote:

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Gomez Flores yea

25-0150 — adopted

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0172 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

ADJUSTMENTS AND APPROVAL OF REGULAR SESSION AGENDA — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0115 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0133 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0138 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0139 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0140 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0141 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0142 — adopted

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0144 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0148 — adopted

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0154 — adopted

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0155 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0157 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0158 — adopted

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0159 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0160 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

Mon Mar 17, 2025 · 1:00 PM

Board of Commissioners

Chatham County Commissioners to hold hearing on new EMS station

The Board of Commissioners will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing regarding a Special Use Permit for a new EMS station at 9251 US 15-501 N. The meeting also includes a work session with presentations on transportation, conservation, and affordable housing.

Public hearing for a new EMS station on Parcel No. 62221 and 95753 in Baldwin Township
Grant application for Parker’s Ridge Park with a County match of $753,550
FY 2024-2025 Budget Amendments
Contract with Martin Starnes & Associates, CPAs, P.A. for the FY2025 Audit
Road additions for Briar Chapel Subdivision (Firmage Tract) and Laurel Ridge Subdivision

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✓ Decided: Board eliminates board liaison role, approves consent agenda with appointments and contracts

The Chatham County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to eliminate the board liaison role on boards and committees, and approved a consent agenda that included appointments to various advisory boards, contracts for health insurance and audits, and acceptance of state funds. The board also adopted several resolutions, including proclaiming April as Child Abuse Prevention Month and honoring Black History Month, Women's History Month, and Black Maternal Health Week.

Eliminated board liaison role on boards and committees (5-0)
Approved consent agenda including appointments, contracts, and fund acceptances (5-0)
Adopted resolution proclaiming April 2025 as Child Abuse Prevention Month (5-0)
Adopted resolution honoring Black History Month (5-0)
Adopted resolution honoring Women's History Month (5-0)
Adopted resolution proclaiming Black Maternal Health Week (5-0)
Adopted resolution honoring Line Worker Day (5-0)
Referred EMS station special use permit to Planning Board

Historic Courthouse Courtroom

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes

🗳️ How they voted (46 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

A motion was made by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, seconded by Commissioner Franklin Gomez Flores that the meeting was adjourned. The motion carried by the following vote:

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Gomez Flores yea

25-0120 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

ADJUSTMENTS AND APPROVAL OF REGULAR SESSION AGENDA — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0057 — adopted

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0059 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0060 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0062 — adopted

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0063 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0064 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0088 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0068 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0070 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0071 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0074 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0099 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0100 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0102 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0103 — adopted

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0109 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

Mon Mar 3, 2025 · 9:00 AM

Board of Commissioners

Chatham County officials present 2025 legislative priorities

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special Legislative Breakfast meeting. The body will receive presentations on the 2025 legislative priorities for the county, the Town of Pittsboro, the Board of Education, and Central Carolina Community College.

Presentation on Chatham County Legislative Priorities (25-0105)
Presentation on Town of Pittsboro Legislative Priorities (25-0107)
Presentation on Chatham County Board of Education Legislative Priorities (25-0106)
Presentation on Central Carolina Community College Legislative Priorities (25-0108)

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✓ Decided: County board hears legislative priorities from local bodies

The Chatham County Board of Commissioners held a special legislative breakfast, receiving presentations on legislative priorities from county staff, the Town of Pittsboro, the Board of Education, and Central Carolina Community College. All four presentations were received and filed, with no formal votes or decisions taken. The meeting adjourned at 10:32 a.m.

Received and filed county legislative priorities presentation
Received and filed Town of Pittsboro legislative priorities presentation
Received and filed Board of Education legislative priorities presentation
Received and filed Central Carolina Community College legislative priorities presentation
Adjourned at 10:32 a.m. (4-0)

Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center 1192 US Hwy 64 West, Pittsboro, NC 27312

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

A motion was made by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, seconded by Commissioner Franklin Gomez Flores, that this was adjourned at 10:32am. The motion carried by the following vote:

3 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea

ADJOURNMENT — adjourned

4 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea

Tue Feb 25, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners to vote on $417,401 grant for Parker’s Ridge Park

The Board of Commissioners and Board of Education are holding a joint meeting to receive presentations on school facility needs and development plans. The Board of Commissioners will also vote on a consent agenda containing several administrative and development approvals.

Vote on a $417,401 grant application for Parker’s Ridge Park with a $104,350 county match
Vote to reduce the number of lots from 322 to 163 for Phase 1 of The Conservancy at Jordan Lake off Old US Hwy1
Presentation from Chatham Park regarding development plans for Southern Village
Presentation from NC State University on potential school facility needs
Vote to approve a sole source exemption for Allies4Outcomes for a child welfare capacity building project

parkseducationzoningdevelopmentgrants

✓ Decided: Commissioners approve consent agenda, including tax lien ad and park grant

The Chatham County Board of Commissioners held a joint meeting with the Board of Education, receiving informational presentations from Chatham Park, NC State's OREd Lab, and on the Digital Inclusion Plan. The Board then approved the consent agenda, which included the 2024 Tax Lien Advertisement, a grant application for Parker's Ridge Park, a sole source exemption for Allies4Outcomes, and a development schedule revision for The Conservancy at Jordan Lake. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

Approved 2024 Tax Lien Advertisement (4-0)
Approved grant application for $417,401 with $104,350 county match for Parker's Ridge Park (4-0)
Approved sole source exemption for Allies4Outcomes for child welfare capacity building (4-0)
Approved revision to Conservancy at Jordan Lake Phase 1 development schedule, reducing lots from 322 to 163 (4-0)

Chatham County Schools Central Services, 468 Renaissance Drive, Pittsboro, NC 27312

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes

🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

A motion was made by Commissioner Franklin Gomez Flores, seconded by Commissioner Amanda Robertson, at 7:05pm that the meeting be adjourned. The motion carried by the following vote:

3 yea

Howard yea · Delaney yea · Gomez Flores yea

25-0075 — approved

4 yea

Karen Howard yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0072 — approved

4 yea

Karen Howard yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0073 — approved

4 yea

Karen Howard yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS — approved

4 yea

Karen Howard yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0066 — approved

4 yea

Karen Howard yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

ADJOURNMENT - BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS — adjourned

4 yea

Karen Howard yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

Mon Feb 17, 2025 · 3:00 PM

Board of Commissioners

Chatham County Board considers new EMS station and park grant

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing for a new EMS station in Baldwin Township. The body is also voting on a grant for Parker’s Ridge Park and several land-use and road naming requests.

Public hearing for a Special Use Permit for a new EMS station at 9251 US 15-501 N
Grant application for $417,401 for Parker’s Ridge Park with a $104,350 county match
Request to reduce lots from 322 to 163 for Phase 1 of The Conservancy at Jordan Lake
Memorandum of Agreement with Siler City for household hazardous waste disposal services
NCDOT road addition for Briar Chapel Subdivision Firmage Tract

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✓ Decided: Chatham County meeting adjourned due to lack of quorum

The Board of Commissioners work session on February 17, 2025, was adjourned because only two commissioners were present, lacking a quorum. No substantive decisions were made.

Adjourned meeting due to lack of quorum (2-0)

Historic Courthouse Courtroom

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

A motion was made by Commissioner Franklin Gomez Flores, seconded by Commissioner David Delaney at 3:10pm, that the meeting was adjourned. The motion carried by the following vote:

1 yea

Delaney yea

ADJOURNMENT — adjourned

2 yea

David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea

Thu Jan 30, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Board of Commissioners

Board will vote to appoint or reappoint members to State and Regional Boards

The Chatham County Board of Commissioners will hold a special session on Jan. 30, 2025 at the Historic Courthouse Courtroom. The agenda includes approval of the special‑session agenda, discussion of board priorities, and a vote (item 24‑5781) to appoint or reappoint commissioners to State and Regional Boards. The board will also receive a presentation on George Moses Horton signs (item 24‑5782) and hear reports from the clerk, manager, and commissioners before adjourning.

Item 24‑5781: Vote to appoint or reappoint board members to State and Regional Boards
Item 24‑5782: Presentation and discussion of George Moses Horton signs
Approval of the special‑session agenda
Review of board priorities
Clerk’s, manager’s, and commissioners’ reports

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✓ Decided: Chatham County Board appoints members to regional boards, discusses highway signs

The Chatham County Board of Commissioners approved appointments to state and regional boards, including CAMPO, Central Pines Council of Governments, and Triangle West Planning Organization. They also discussed the George Moses Horton highway designation, deciding to move forward with welcome signs at county lines instead of renaming the entire highway, with a resolution to be brought back next meeting. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no other substantive decisions.

Approved appointments to state and regional boards (4-0)
Directed staff to prepare resolution for George Moses Horton welcome signs at county lines

Historic Courthouse Courtroom

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

A motion was made by Commissioner Franklin Gomez Flores, seconded by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, that the meeting was adjourned. The motion carried by the following vote:

3 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Gomez Flores yea

APPROVAL OF SPECIAL SESSION AGENDA — approved

4 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0054 — approved

4 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

ADJOURNMENT — adjourned

4 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

Tue Jan 21, 2025 · 3:00 PM

Board of Commissioners

Board to vote on $150,000 housing grant and tax relief program updates

The Chatham County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session and regular meeting to receive updates on American Rescue Plan Act funds, a second-quarter budget review, and a presentation on Senate Bill 382 and the Unified Development Ordinance. The board will also vote on routine approvals, personnel policy amendments, road resolutions, and grant applications, including a $150,000 Housing Trust Fund award to Rebuilding Together of the Triangle.

Vote to approve $150,000 Housing Trust Fund award to Rebuilding Together of the Triangle
Vote to approve $10,000 Strategic Housing Effort allocation
Vote to approve FY2025 second-quarter budget update
Vote to approve road resolutions for Briar Chapel Round 4B, Briar Chapel Round 7, and Fearrington Subdivision
Vote to approve $2,500 NC DHHS Farmworker Influenza and COVID-19 Funding Opportunity grant

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✓ Decided: Board approves $150K housing repair grant, tax relief program

The Board approved a $150,000 grant to Rebuilding Together of the Triangle for home repairs, authorized $10,000 for strategic housing efforts, and initiated a second Housing Trust Fund application period. It also approved a new Tax Relief Program providing up to $500 to eligible low-income homeowners. Several agenda items were tabled due to weather, including appointments to state and regional boards.

Approved $150,000 grant to Rebuilding Together of the Triangle (5-0)
Authorized $10,000 for strategic housing efforts (5-0)
Initiated second Housing Trust Fund application period to distribute $140,000 (5-0)
Approved Tax Relief Program with up to $500 benefit for eligible homeowners (5-0)
Approved consent agenda including road resolutions, budget amendments, and appointments (5-0)
Adopted resolution honoring employees for Hurricane Helene service (5-0)
Tabled appointments to state and regional boards due to weather
Approved closed session to consult with attorney (5-0)

Historic Courthouse Courtroom

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes

🗳️ How they voted (30 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

A motion was made by Commissioner Amanda Robertson, seconded by Commissioner Franklin Gomez Flores at 6:56pm, that the meeting was adjourned. The motion carried by the following vote:

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Gomez Flores yea

ADJUSTMENTS AND APPROVAL OF WORK SESSION AGENDA — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0022 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0023 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

ADJUSTMENTS AND APPROVAL OF REGULAR SESSION AGENDA — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA — approved on the Consent Agenda

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0025 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0026 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0027 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0028 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0029 — adopted

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0030 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0031 — adopted

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0032 — adopted

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0033 — adopted

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0034 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0037 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0038 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0040 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

25-0042 — received and filed

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

Tue Jan 7, 2025 · 9:00 AM

Board of Commissioners

Chatham County Board of Commissioners begins 3-day FY2026 budget retreat

The Board of Commissioners is meeting for a three-day retreat to discuss goals and priorities for the FY2026 budget. The body will receive presentations on financial policies, department requests, and economic trends to provide guidance to staff.

Discussion of Board of Commissioners Goals and Priorities for FY2026
Budget priority presentations from Chatham County Schools and the Sheriff’s Office
Review of Annual Pay and Benefits and the Two-Thirds Pay Study Update
Discussion of Article 46 Sales Tax
Presentation on the Debt Model and Financial Planning by DEC Associates

budgetfinancial-planningpublic-safetyeducationtaxes

✓ Decided: Board adds climate change to 2025 areas of focus

The Board of Commissioners held a three-day budget retreat, reviewing goals, receiving departmental presentations, and discussing the FY2026 budget. They unanimously approved adding climate change to the 2025 areas of focus and directed staff to create a visual dashboard tracking progress on county goals. A motion to develop a Chatham 2050 strategic plan failed due to lack of a second. No final budget decisions were made; staff will use the guidance to prepare the recommended budget.

Added climate change to 2025 areas of focus (5-0)
Directed staff to create a visual dashboard tracking progress on county goals (5-0)
Motion to develop Chatham 2050 strategic plan failed (no second)
Motion to review discretionary committees failed (no second)
Received and filed all agenda items (procedural)

Chatham County Agriculture and Convention Center

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

A motion was made by Vice Chair Katie Kenlan, seconded by Commissioner Franklin Gomez Flores, that the meeting be adjourned at 2:07pm. The motion carried by the following vote:

4 yea

Howard yea · Kenlan yea · Delaney yea · Gomez Flores yea

25-0003 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

ADJOURNMENT — adjourned

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea

Discussion of the Board of Commissioners Goals and Priorities for FY 2026 — approved

5 yea

Karen Howard yea · Katie Kenlan yea · David Delaney yea · Franklin Gomez Flores yea · Amanda Robertson yea