Anson County public meetings in 2022

Board of Commissioners

The Anson County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular December meeting, including oaths of office for newly elected and re-elected commissioners, election of a chair and vice chair for 2023, and approval of the agenda. The board will also consider a consent agenda with multiple budget amendments, hear a zoning ordinance update, and discuss appointments and administrative matters. A closed session is scheduled to consult with the attorney on potential claims or judicial action.

• Oaths of office for newly elected and re-elected commissioners
• Election of chair and vice chair for 2023
• Budget amendments: General Fund, Insurance Proceeds, Jail Inmate Fund, 911, Annex Building, Water/WWTP, Governing Body
• Zoning Ordinance Update presentation by Michael Sandy and David Williamson
• Closed session to consult with attorney on potential or actual claim

The Board of Commissioners appointed Scott Howell as Anson County Sheriff for a four-year term. The Board also elected its leadership for the year and approved several administrative appointments and budget amendments.

• Appointed Scott Howell as Anson County Sheriff (4-3)
• Elected Commissioner Bricken as Chairman (4-3)
• Elected Commissioner Mims as Vice-Chairman
• Approved 2023 regular meeting schedule
• Appointed Roshunda Blount Terry, Tanya Byrd, Andrea Lamonds, and Lawrence Gatewood to Council on Aging Advisory Board
• Re-appointed Pam Vernon to Anson County Board of Health for a 3-year term
• Appointed Lawrence Gatewood to Anson County Board of Social Services
• Approved local Retention & Disposition Schedules

Board of Commissioners

The Board held an emergency meeting to fill the vacancy created by the passing of Sheriff Landrie Reid. Following a nomination from the Anson County Democratic Party, the Board voted to appoint Gerald Cannon Sr. as the new Sheriff.

• Approved appointment of Gerald Cannon Sr. as Anson County Sheriff (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board held a special meeting to discuss the statutory authority to appoint a sheriff to a vacancy. After a closed session consultation with the County Attorney, the Board took no action, with the Chairman stating the matter would be resolved on December 6.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to consult with attorney (5-2)
• Approved motion to exit closed session (6-1)
• No action taken on sheriff vacancy appointment

Board of Commissioners

The Anson County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting on November 1, 2022, to approve the agenda, consent agenda (including budget amendments and tax refunds), and hear public addresses. Administrative matters include a proposed employee cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) and Christmas gift cards, plus appointments to the Board of Health. The manager's report covers a zoning ordinance update and an NCDEQ grant.

• Employee COLA and Christmas gift cards
• Budget amendments for ARPA, Rescue Squad, Jail Medical, Elderly, Insurance, Jail Inmate Fund, Domestic Violence, General Fund
• Capital Project Ordinance for HWY 74 Sewer Project
• Appointment to Board of Health
• Zoning Ordinance Update and NCDEQ Grant

The Board of Commissioners approved a one-time 6.2% cost of living bonus and $100 Christmas gift cards for all full and part-time county employees. Other actions included approving several budget amendments and reappointing two members to the Board of Health.

• Approved 6.2% one-time cost of living bonus for all full and part-time employees from ARPA funds (unanimous)
• Approved $100 Christmas gift cards for all full and part-time employees (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment for ARPA Project Ordinance (unanimous)
• Reappointed Dr. Stegall and Marjorie Cole to the Board of Health (unanimous)
• Approved participation in FEMA Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) 2022 application process (unanimous)
• Appointed Chairman Woodburn as voting delegate for legislative goals conference (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including budget amendments for Anson Rescue Squad, Jail Medical, Elderly, Elderly SCGP, Insurance Proceeds, Jail Inmate Fund, Domestic Violence, General Fund, and HWY 74 Sewer Project (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Anson County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve a resolution honoring the late Sheriff Landric Reid and appoint a candidate to serve the remainder of his term. The board will also consider consent agenda items including property tax refunds, fee changes for environmental health and immunizations, and a resolution supporting Operation Greenlight. Public addresses and reports from the county manager and chairman are also scheduled.

• Resolution honoring Sheriff Landric Reid
• Appointment of new Anson County Sheriff
• Property tax refunds totaling $9,680.78
• Establishing EOP and AOWE fees for Environmental Health
• Immunization fee increase

The Board unanimously appointed former Chief Deputy Scott Howell to serve the unexpired term of Sheriff Landric Reid, who recently passed away. The Board also approved a $40,000 increase in funding for the Anson Rescue Squad, bringing total annual funding to $64,000. Additionally, the Board approved the Anson County Comprehensive Transportation Plan using 2020 Census growth data, and declared the property at 1212 Barrington Street surplus for upset bid sale.

• Appointed Scott Howell as interim sheriff to fill unexpired term (unanimous)
• Approved $40,000 increase in funding for Anson Rescue Squad, to $64,000/year (unanimous)
• Approved Comprehensive Transportation Plan with 2020 Census growth data (unanimous)
• Declared 1212 Barrington Street property surplus and authorized upset bid process (unanimous)
• Approved extension of Ability Group zoning consultant contract with modified language (unanimous)
• Authorized County Manager to join opioid litigation against McKinnon & Co. (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, tax refunds, and fee resolutions (unanimous)
• Agreed by consensus to add 'In God We Trust' motto to additional county buildings and vehicles

Board of Commissioners

The Anson County Board of Commissioners will hold two public hearings: one on the CDBG grant and another on the ACTS FY24 administrative budget for community transportation. The board will also consider a consent agenda with multiple contracts, budget amendments, and resolutions, plus appointments and a closed session on personnel.

• Public hearing on CDBG grant
• Public hearing on ACTS FY24 admin budget ($167,751 total, $25,163 local match)
• Contract with Hazen and Sawyer
• Contract with Ability Development Group
• Budget amendments for ARPA, water, and first responders

The Board approved the hiring of Leonard Sossamon as County Manager, adopted a resolution supporting a CDBG grant, and approved $159,500 in ARPA funds for DSS building renovations. They also approved $25,000 from opioid funds for a tri-county child advocacy center, adopted five ARPA-related policies, and passed a resolution opposing wood treatment waste from Brunswick County. Several public comments raised concerns about the landfill, school system, and proposed zoning.

• Approved hiring Leonard Sossamon as County Manager (unanimous)
• Approved CDBG grant resolution and exhibits (unanimous)
• Approved ACTS FY24 admin budget of $167,751 (unanimous)
• Approved $159,500 in ARPA funds for DSS renovations (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 from opioid funds for Tri-County Child Advocacy Center (unanimous)
• Adopted five ARPA-related policies (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution opposing wood treatment waste from Brunswick County (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of surplus sheriff's vehicle to Town of Morven (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Anson County Board of Commissioners will meet in recessed session to hold a public hearing on a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), issue a proclamation for Rotary International, and then enter a closed session to discuss personnel matters as allowed by state law.

• Public hearing on CDBG grant
• Rotary International proclamation
• Closed session for personnel matters (NCGS 143-318.11(a)(6))

The Board of Commissioners held a public hearing and unanimously approved applying for a $950,000 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) for low-to-moderate income housing renovations in the Burnsville area. They also approved a Rotary International Proclamation and, in closed session, extended Interim County Manager Ray Allen's contract through September 30, 2022.

• Opened and closed public hearing for CDBG grant (unanimous)
• Approved proceeding with CDBG grant application with deferred forgiven loan criteria (unanimous)
• Approved Rotary International Proclamation (unanimous)
• Extended Interim County Manager Ray Allen's contract until September 30, 2022 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Anson County Board of Commissioners is meeting to approve routine items (minutes, tax refunds, a Juvenile Justice lease, and budget amendments) and to hear public comments on zoning. They will also discuss administrative matters, including personnel policy changes and a contract with Bi-Tek, Inc., plus receive status updates on several county projects.

• Juvenile Justice lease agreement for 2,351 sq ft at 514 N. Washington St, Wadesboro, for $1/year, 3-year term
• Budget amendment for Tax Assessment/Collection Bi-Tek, Inc. contract
• Personnel Policy Changes presented by HR Manager
• Status updates: Highway 74 Sewer Project, EV Charging Station Grant, Water Treatment Plant Sludge Removal, Hazen and Sawyer Water/Sewer Evaluation, Government Annex
• Public address by Margaret Lott on zoning proposal (cottage industries, Airbnb)

The Anson County Board of Commissioners approved relocating the Veterans Services Office to the Government Annex building in a 5-2 vote. The board also unanimously approved several administrative items, including a revised longevity pay plan for retirees, the 2023 holiday schedule, and a budget amendment for a tax assessment contract. No other substantive decisions were made; public comments were heard but no action was taken on them.

• Approved agenda with FY 23 HCCBG funding plan addition (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, tax refunds, leases, budget amendments (unanimous)
• Revised Article III Section 15 Longevity Pay Plan for retirees (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 holiday schedule with no additional holidays (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment for Bi-Tek, Inc. tax assessment/collection contract (unanimous)
• Approved relocating Veterans Services Office to Government Annex (5-2)
• Requested US Motto Action Committee attend September meeting (unanimous)
• Approved proceeding with County Manager candidate pending background check (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Anson County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting on July 5, 2022, to approve the agenda and consent agenda, hear public addresses, and consider administrative matters including personnel policy changes and an interim county manager contract. The board will also make appointments to various boards and committees. The agenda includes several routine items such as minutes approval, property tax refunds, and budget amendments.

• Personnel Policy Changes — HR Manager P.
• Interim County Manager Contract P.
• Appointments to NCACC Delegate, Board of Health, Library Board, Sandhill Regional Library Board, Agricultural Advisory Board, Sandhills Center Board of Directors
• Public addresses including Ansonville ETJ Resolution, SPCC SRO request, P&L Security Door, NC Representative Brody
• Consent agenda includes property tax refunds, Centralina Regional Council Charter Resolution, Sandhill Regional Library System Agreement, VIPER Lease Agreement, and budget amendments

The Anson County Board of Commissioners approved a School Resource Officer position for South Piedmont Community College, funded by SPCC at $58,629, plus $10,000 from contingency for radio equipment. They also approved an extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) resolution for the Town of Ansonville, an interim county manager's contract, a revised ABC referendum resolution, and several appointments. The board moved to proceed with the Anson County Middle School Project pending state budget passage and allocated up to $25,000 for a new Fireman's Training Center. Representative Mark Brody announced $11,480,000 in state funding for county sewer/water, schools, sheriff's office, and Wadesboro projects.

• Approved SRO position for SPCC funded by SPCC at $58,629 (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 from contingency for radio equipment (unanimous)
• Approved ETJ Resolution for Town of Ansonville (unanimous)
• Approved Interim County Manager's Contract (unanimous)
• Approved revised ABC Referendum Resolution (unanimous)
• Approved proceeding with Anson County Middle School Project pending state budget (unanimous)
• Approved up to $25,000 from contingency for Fireman's Training Center (unanimous)
• Approved multiple board appointments including NCACC Delegate and Board of Health (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Anson County Board of Commissioners approved the 2022-2023 budget ordinance and fee schedule, the Centralina American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) agreement, and budget amendments. A proposal to increase the longevity pay cap from $1600 to $2000 and prorate retiree longevity pay failed for lack of a second. The board also extended employee Covid-19 leave through June 30, 2023, and discussed moving county offices and the fuel system to the former Pee Dee Electric building. The meeting ended with a closed session on personnel matters.

• Approved 2022-2023 budget ordinance and fee schedule
• Approved Centralina American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) agreement
• Extended employee Covid-19 leave from July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 (4-1 vote)
• Failed motion to increase longevity cap from $1600 to $2000 and prorate retiree pay
• Discussed moving departments and fuel pump to former Pee Dee Electric building

The board unanimously approved the 2022-2023 budget ordinance and fee schedule, as well as the Centralina American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) agreement. A proposal to increase the longevity cap and prorated retiree pay failed twice for lack of a second. The board also extended employee Covid-19 leave through June 30, 2023, in a 4-1 vote.

• Approved 2022-2023 budget ordinance and fee schedule (unanimous)
• Approved Centralina ARPA agreement (unanimous)
• Extended employee Covid-19 leave July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 (4-1)
• Longevity plan changes failed for lack of a second
• Prorated longevity pay for retirees failed for lack of a second
• Approved recessed agenda with additions (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendments (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board unanimously approved the start of Project Shamrock, a composting facility by McGill Environmental Systems to be built on about 25 acres off Dozer Road. They also approved the consent agenda, including a tentative award resolution, and unanimously approved several other items such as the Centralina Workforce Development Resolution, the 2022 Summer Jam event, and starting the auction of foreclosed county properties with no minimum bid. The board also approved placing an EMS unit back in Morven within two weeks and reappointed Carolyn James to the Board of Health.

• Approved start of Project Shamrock (McGill Environmental Systems) unanimously
• Approved consent agenda including tentative award resolution and budget amendments unanimously
• Approved Centralina Workforce Development Resolution unanimously
• Approved 2022 Summer Jam event hosted by Uptown Wadesboro unanimously
• Approved auction of all foreclosed county property with no minimum bid unanimously
• Approved placing EMS unit in Morven within two weeks and starting recruitment unanimously
• Reappointed Carolyn James to Board of Health unanimously
• Revised Personnel Policy Article VI Leave of Absence Section 30; Appendix N unanimously

Board of Commissioners

The Anson County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular monthly meeting, including approval of the agenda and consent agenda, public addresses, and a manager's report. The manager's report includes recognizing employees of the quarter and discussing the draft 2022-2023 fiscal year budget. The board will also consider appointments to the SPCC Board of Trustees and hear commissioners' concerns.

• Discussion of 2022/2023 Fiscal Year Draft Budget
• Appointment to SPCC Board of Trustees
• Consent agenda includes property tax refunds and adjustments, surplus, additional 5339(b) funding for new facility, and LIEAP budget amendment
• Public addresses to the board
• Centralina Regional Council appearance

The board unanimously approved advertising for formal bids to demolish two county-owned properties at 901 N. Greene Street and 711 Salisbury Street, with warning signage. They also approved the consent agenda, reappointed Commissioner Woodburn to the SPCC Board of Trustees, and discussed the 2022-2023 draft budget, including water/sewer rates and ARPA funding.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, property tax refunds, surplus, ACTS funding, and LIEAP budget amendment (unanimous)
• Reappointed Commissioner Woodburn to SPCC Board of Trustees (unanimous)
• Approved advertising for demolition bids for 901 N. Greene St and 711 Salisbury St with warning signage (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing various budget amendments for departments including the Sheriff, Health Department, and Elderly Services. The agenda also includes the approval of property tax releases and vehicle tax refunds.

• Budget amendment to provide $160,000 for 911 consoles and computers
• Budget amendment for $15,000 to cover expanded security services at the administrative building
• Budget amendment for $3,387 to cover plumbing repairs at the Cooperative Extension Office
• Budget amendment for $10,029.19 regarding Sheriff equipment and vehicle maintenance
• Approval of property tax releases totaling $4,271.49

The Anson County Board of Commissioners approved the Sandhills Center funding request of $55,000 for FY 2022/2023, eliminated the county mask mandate and related COVID protocols, and approved demolishing two county-owned structures. The board also made appointments to the Anson Landfill Citizens Advisory Committee and directed staff to review the longevity pay plan for prorated benefits.

• Approved $55,000 Sandhills Center funding request (unanimous)
• Eliminated county mask mandate and phased out COVID protocols (unanimous)
• Approved demolishing Old McLendon Funeral Home at 901 N. Greene St. and house at 711 Salisbury St. (unanimous)
• Appointed 7 members to Anson Landfill Citizens Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Directed staff to review longevity pay plan for prorated pay (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including multiple budget amendments and fee schedules (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board unanimously approved cancelling the contract with Business Information Systems for tax assessment/collection software and purchasing new software from Bi-Tex. They also unanimously directed staff to use $575,000 in ARP funds (plus closing costs and enhancements) to buy the former Pee Dee Electric property. The meeting included a closed session for legal consultation and discussions on budget and strategic goals, but no other formal votes were taken.

• Cancelled tax software contract with Business Information Systems (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of new tax software from Bi-Tex (unanimous)
• Directed staff to use ARP funds for former Pee Dee Electric property purchase, $575,000 base cost plus closing and enhancements (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Anson County Board of Commissioners approved a $250,000 local match from ARP funds for a Spectrum broadband expansion grant, and approved an engineering firm for a water/sewer needs assessment. A motion to end COVID-19 mandates failed for lack of a second. The board also approved an RFQ for a middle school condition assessment by a 4-3 vote.

• Approved $250,000 ARP match for Spectrum GREAT Broadband Grant (unanimous)
• Approved Hazen and Sawyer for water/sewer needs assessment (unanimous)
• Approved ABC referendum language per NC Statute 18B-602(h) (unanimous)
• Appointed Judi Curtis to library board (unanimous)
• Appointed Larry Liles to Board of Equalization & Review (unanimous)
• Approved RFQ for middle school condition assessment (4-3)
• Approved paying former Pee Dee Electric property from ARP funds (unanimous)
• Motion to end COVID-19/CDC mandates failed (no second)

Board of Commissioners

The Board unanimously approved deeding a minimum of 18 acres to Anson County Schools for the New Middle School project, with discussion about possibly providing 18-25 acres. They also approved several other items including the county's share of 911 VIPER console installation costs, an ABC referendum for the November 2022 ballot, and a geotechnical study for the jail.

• Approved deeding minimum 18 acres for Middle School project (unanimous)
• Approved county's $39,114.85 share for 911 VIPER console installation (unanimous)
• Approved placing ABC referendum on November 2022 ballot (unanimous)
• Approved Ansonville's extraterritorial zoning jurisdiction request (unanimous)
• Approved personnel ordinance pay plan revision (unanimous)
• Approved conflict-of-interest policy (unanimous)
• Approved cosmetic maintenance to former Pee Dee Electric building (unanimous)
• Approved geotechnical study for jail (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Anson County Board of Commissioners approved several items, including $10,000 for psychological screenings for law enforcement, three additional 911 consoles (with a $50,000 county match), an engineering agreement for the Highway 74 East sewer line, an interlocal agreement with Wadesboro for 911 services, a banking resolution with Truist, a new Deputy Tax Collector position, the County Attorney's contract, and a 15% pay increase plus two-month contract extension for the Interim County Manager. All votes were unanimous, with two commissioners recusing from the banking item.

• Approved $10,000 psychological screening line item (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of three 911 consoles (unanimous)
• Approved LKC Engineering agreement for Highway 74 East sewer line (unanimous)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Town of Wadesboro for 911 (unanimous)
• Approved banking services resolution with Truist (unanimous; two recused)
• Approved Deputy Tax Collector position added to Personnel Ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved County Attorney's 2022 contract (unanimous)
• Approved 15% pay increase and two-month extension for Interim County Manager (unanimous)