Anson County public meetings in 2024
25 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Commissioners
The Anson County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on opioid settlement spending and consider a $235,000 budget amendment for opioid-related projects. Commissioners will also consider a request to unfreeze and fill vacant positions at the Department of Social Services. Other agenda items include property tax adjustments, a proposed property donation, and approval of the 2025 meeting calendar.
- Public hearing on annual opioid settlement funding and projects
- Budget amendment appropriating $235,000 from fund balance for opioid expenditures
- Request to unfreeze and fill Department of Social Services (DSS) vacant positions
- Discussion of donation of two small parcels in Morven area (tax value $1,300)
- Approval of 2025 Board of Commissioners meeting calendar
The Board voted 5-2 to lift the hiring freeze for already-budgeted positions in the DSS and Health Department, allowing advertising and hiring. They also approved a $6.54 million contract for the Water Filtration Rehabilitation Project and tabled the JR Faison School property transfer pending cost determination.
- Lifted hiring freeze for DSS and Health Dept budgeted positions (5-2)
- Approved $6,540,500 Dellinger contract for Water Filtration Rehabilitation Project (unanimous)
- Tabled JR Faison School property transfer until selling costs determined (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including tax refunds and opioid fund budget amendment (unanimous)
- Adopted 2025 Board meeting calendar (unanimous)
- Set incoming Register of Deeds salary at $67,101.58 annually (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Anson County Board of Commissioners will meet on December 3, 2024, to elect a chair and vice chair for 2025 and consider a consent agenda. The consent agenda includes a 25% fee increase for the Health Department, a split zoning resolution for Jeffrey McGrady, and several budget amendments. Other business includes a report on an opioid contract award and adoption of the 2025 board calendar.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2025
- 2025-2026 Health Department Fee Schedule with 25% increase
- Split Zoning Resolution for Jeffrey McGrady
- Opioid Contract Award
- Budget amendments for WIC, influenza vaccine, and one-time allocations
Board of Commissioners
The Anson County Board of Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda item approving a $51,750 Homeland Security Grant for an Argo vehicle for emergency management. They will also hear a bid for the water filtration plant filter rehab project and discuss funding for the Anson Rescue Squad. The meeting includes public addresses and routine reports.
- Consent agenda: Budget amendment for HSGP grant ($51,750) to purchase an Argo vehicle for Emergency Management
- Manager's report: Water Filtration Plant Filter Rehab Project bid approval
- Manager's report: Anson Rescue Squad funding discussion
- Public addresses to the board (up to 21 pages of remarks)
- Chairman's report and commissioners' concerns
Board of Commissioners
The Board will consider consent agenda items including property tax refunds/adjustments and a budget amendment for elderly services. Appearances include the annual audit report from Thompson, Price, Scott, Adams & Co. and a presentation from Cyril Prabhu of 5 & 2 Trade School. The Board will also hold a closed session to consult with the attorney on a potential or actual claim. An appointment to the Planning Board is on the agenda.
- Audit report from Thompson, Price, Scott, Adams & Co.
- Presentation by Cyril Prabhu regarding 5 & 2 Trade School
- Consent agenda includes property tax refunds/adjustments and health dept. budget amendment for elderly services
- Closed session to consult with attorney under NCGS 143-318.11(a)(3) for potential claim
- Appointment to the Planning Board
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda containing 13 budget amendments totaling over $5.8 million, including funds for sludge lagoon filtration, sheriff vehicles, volunteer fire departments, and airport engineering. They will also hold a closed session to consult with the attorney on a potential or actual claim. Other items include a presentation from the Anson Allstars, appointments to the Library Board, and the manager's report on ARPA water earmark policies and a sheriff's office agreement with Wadesboro.
- $4.9M budget amendment for Capital Project Sludge Lagoon filtration
- $450K NCOSBM grant allocation for volunteer fire departments
- $143K budget amendment for six new sheriff vehicles (2024 Chev Silverados)
- Closed session to consult attorney per NCGS 143-318.11(a)(3) on potential claim
- Appointment to the Library Board
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss administrative matters, including contracts for the Town of Wadesboro and the Anson Rescue Squad. The agenda includes decisions on health department vaccine fees and a zoning resolution for a veterinary diagnostics facility.
- Split Zoning Resolution for Veterinary Diagnostics Pathology, LLC
- Health Department fee for Moderna COVID vaccine
- Health Department influenza vaccine fee increase
- Anson County/Town of Wadesboro Contract
- Anson Rescue Squad Contract
Board of Commissioners
The Anson County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve the agenda, consider consent agenda items including three Health Department budget amendments (one for $97,861 from ARPA TSF), hear public addresses, receive the manager's report on the 2023 FPIC and Water Resources Director position, and enter closed session to consult with the attorney on potential claims or judicial action.
- Budget amendment for Health Dept ARPA TSF Public Health Services ($97,861)
- Budget amendment for Health Dept CDC COVID-19 Vaccination Program
- Budget amendment for Health Dept Bridge Access for COVID-19 vaccines
- Manager's report on 2023 FPIC and Water Resources Director position
- Closed session under NCGS 143-318.11(a)(3) for attorney consultation on potential claim or litigation
Board of Commissioners
The board will hold a public hearing on the FY2026 Admin and Capital Budgets for the Anson County Transportation System (ACTS), totaling $881,938 in grant requests with a $97,002 local match. Consent agenda items include property tax refunds, a Sharp lease, and budget amendments for the general fund and a new ACTS facility. The board also plans to recognize the King Elite Allstars as NYAA 2024 National Champions and may enter closed session to consult with legal counsel.
- Public hearing on ACTS FY2026 Admin Budget ($176,138) and Capital Budget ($705,800)
- Presentation to King Elite Allstars (NYAA 2024 National Champions)
- Sharp Lease (item on consent agenda)
- Budget Amendment — General Fund (page 57 consent agenda)
- Budget Amendment — ACTS NEW Facility (page 58 consent agenda)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review a proposed reorganization of EMS and Emergency Management. They are also considering the establishment of a Director of Water Resources position and a fireworks request for a corporate anniversary.
- Proposed reorganization of EMS and Emergency Management
- Creation of Director of Water Resources position with a salary range of $76,167 - $132,112
- Fireworks display request for Hedrick Industries 100th Anniversary on October 5, 2024, at 7772 Hwy 74 East, Lilesville
- NC Black Alliance Rooted in Wellness Day Proclamation
- Discussion of wastewater improvement funding
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will convene for a regular meeting to approve the agenda and consent agenda, which includes minutes, property tax refunds, and several budget amendments. Appearances include a 4-H youth representative, and the board will consider appointments to the JCPC Council. The manager's report covers a grievance ordinance committee, water resources director position, and EMS reorganization. The meeting will close with a closed session to consult with the attorney on a potential claim or legal action. Overall, the agenda is mostly procedural with no major policy decisions or public hearings.
- Closed session under NCGS 143-318.11(a)(3) to consult with attorney on potential claim or judicial action
- Manager's report includes discussion of Grievance Ordinance Committee, Water Resources Director position, and EMS/EM Reorganization
- Appointment to the Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (JCPC) Council
- Consent agenda includes property tax refunds totaling $2,148.24 and multiple budget amendments for FY 24-25 programs
- Appearance by 4-H Youth Voice Representative Andrew Martin
Board of Commissioners
The Anson County Board of Commissioners will consider several budget amendments for carryover funding, tax assessor funding, and domestic violence. The Manager's Report includes action on contracts for strategic planning, a parking lot agreement, tax collection, lead service lines, and a water resources position. Appointments to multiple advisory boards will also be made, followed by a closed session for legal consultation.
- Budget amendments for carryover, tax assessor, and domestic violence funding
- Centralina Strategic Planning Contract
- First Baptist Church Parking Lot Agreement
- Lead Service Line Contract
- Appointments to Anson Ag Advisory Board, ABC Board, RFAAC, and NCACC delegates
Board of Commissioners
The Anson County Board of Commissioners met to continue a previous session. The board approved budget amendments and revised fee schedules for the current and upcoming fiscal years. They also authorized salary increases for five county positions and extended the Anson Rescue Squad contract.
- Approved salary increases for five county positions ranging from $5,000 to $10,000
- Extended the Anson Rescue Squad contract to December 31, 2024
- Authorized reimbursement for Sheriff Scott Howell's legal expenses
- Approved Hazen & Sawyer Task Order #13
- Approved FY2023/2024 budget amendments and FY 2024/2025 revised fee schedule
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider approving the FY 2024-2025 Budget Ordinance and Fee Schedule. The agenda includes reviews of the Health Department's updated service fees and several administrative items, such as the Steele Mechanical contract. Additionally, the County Manager will report on attorney fees and a Director of Water Resources position.
- Approval of the FY 2024-2025 Budget Ordinance and Fee Schedule
- Review of the 2024-2025 Health Department fee schedule
- Steele Mechanical contract approval
- Budget amendment for the Administration Building
- Report on the Director of Water Resources position
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed fiscal year 2024-2025 budget. The agenda also includes discussions regarding salary increases for entry-level deputies and DSS staff bonuses.
- Public hearing for FY 2024-2025 proposed budget
- Salary increases for Entry Level Deputies
- DSS Staff Bonuses
- Budget Amendment — Jail
- 74 Sewer Line update
Board of Commissioners
The Anson County Board of Commissioners continued its FY 2024-2025 budget discussion, approving an 11% cost of living adjustment for all county employees, a $191,000 EMS salary increase, and several employee policy changes. The board also approved a 5% fee schedule increase, an animal shelter vehicle, and a $15 minimum wage proposal was discussed but not voted on. The budget is scheduled for adoption on June 18, 2024.
- Approved 11% COLA for all county employees, effective July 1, 2024
- Approved $191,000 for EMS salary increases (EMTs to $20/hr, paramedics to $28/hr)
- Approved 5% increase to county fee schedule, rounded to nearest dollar
- Approved 3 days bereavement leave for employees
- Approved 401K match increase from 3% to 3.5% and $150 Christmas bonus
Board of Commissioners
The Anson County Board of Commissioners will vote on the consent agenda, including property tax refunds, surplus property sales, the FY24 audit contract with Thompson, Price, Scott, Adams & Co., and multiple budget amendments. They will also hear the audit report and a utilities report, and consider appointments. The meeting includes a closed session to consult with the attorney on potential claims.
- Approve FY24 audit contract with Thompson, Price, Scott, Adams & Co. for fiscal year ending 06/30/24
- Declare 10 vehicles (Dodge Chargers, Ford Explorers, F-150, Silverado, GMC 4500) as surplus for online auction via GovDeals
- Approve multiple budget amendments including Health Dept., Airport, Animal Shelter, Emergency Management, and ACTS New Facility
- Hear audit report from Thompson, Price, Scott, Adams & Co. and utilities report from Mike Sessions & Chris Harrington
- Closed session to consult with attorney on potential claims or litigation
Board of Commissioners
The Anson County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on the countywide Comprehensive Transportation Plan (CTP) and on countywide zoning. The board will also consider adopting the CTP, which outlines highway, rail, transit, and bicycle/pedestrian recommendations over a 25-30 year timeframe. Other business includes consent agenda items such as minutes, property tax refunds, and a budget amendment for DSS.
- Public hearing and potential adoption of Anson County Comprehensive Transportation Plan (CTP)
- Public hearing on countywide zoning
- Budget amendment for DSS Continuous Coverage Unwinding Funds
- Property tax refunds and adjustments
- Closed session to consult with attorney on potential claim or judicial action
Board of Commissioners
The Anson County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on whether to adopt a moratorium on flea markets, specifically for a proposed flea market on Faulkner Rd., Peachland, NC. The board will also consider approving a contractor for the 2026 octennial reappraisal, with a recommendation for Pearson Appraisal Services at a cost of $581,675. Other agenda items include property tax refunds and adjustments, a market analysis presentation by Sheriff Howell, and a closed session to consult with the attorney.
- Public hearing on flea market moratorium (Faulkner Rd., Peachland NC)
- 2026 Octennial Reappraisal: contractor selection, Pearson Appraisal Services recommended at $581,675
- Property tax refunds and adjustments approval
- Market analysis presentation by Sheriff Howell
- Closed session to consult with attorney on potential claim or action
Board of Commissioners
The Anson County Board of Commissioners will hear presentations on the updated Comprehensive Transportation Plan and a request from Centralina Regional Council for funding to support a strategic plan and emergency operations plan. The board will also consider routine consent agenda items including minutes and property tax refunds, and may enter closed session to consult with the attorney.
- Anson County Updated CTP presentation by NCDOT
- Centralina Regional Council request for $150,000-$200,000 for strategic and emergency operations plans
- Property tax refunds and adjustments totaling $1,940.71
- US Hwy 74 Sewer Line Extension Update
- 2024/25 Budget Update
Board of Commissioners
The Anson County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to approve the agenda, consent agenda items, and hear a presentation from NCDOT on the county's CTP. They will also consider appointments to the SPCC Board of Trustees and ACTS Advisory Board, and enter closed session to consult with the attorney on a potential claim. The consent agenda includes several budget amendments and a new drug and alcohol testing policy for the transit system.
- Adopt new Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy for ACTS transit
- Budget amendments for ACTS new facility, Administration Building, Cooperative Extension, Government Annex, Insurance Claims, WWTP Capital Project
- Property tax refunds and adjustments
- NCDOT presentation on Anson County CTP
- Appointments to SPCC Board of Trustees and ACTS Advisory Board
Board of Commissioners
The Anson County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a request by Woodmen of the World to rezone two parcels (1.98 acres at 2549 Hwy 74 W and 16.95 acres nearby) from Residential/Agricultural (R/A) to General Business (GB). The Planning Board has recommended approval, noting no opposition from adjoining owners. The board will also consider consent agenda items including jail camera system bid award and property tax refunds, and will enter closed session to consult with the attorney.
- Public hearing: rezoning of 1.98 acres (2549 Hwy 74 W) and 16.95 acres (Hwy 74 W) from R/A to GB
- Consent agenda: Anson County Jail camera system bid award contract
- Consent agenda: property tax refunds and adjustments
- Appearance: Lydia Stegall on County Farm Tour
- Closed session: consult with attorney on potential claim or administrative procedure
Board of Commissioners
The Anson County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda that includes a new capital project ordinance appropriating $5,820,000 in state earmark funds for Waste-Water Treatment Plant improvements, plus property tax refunds and adjustments. The board will also hear a retirement resolution for Corporal Rush Medley Jr., make an appointment to the Trillium Health Regional Advisory Board, and receive the County Manager's report covering an amended audit contract, a farmers market lease, a DMV license plate agency extension, and a resolution for a 2016 Ford E450 ambulance. A closed session is scheduled to consult with the attorney on a potential or actual claim.
- Approve $5,820,000 NCDEQ funds for WWTP improvements
- Property tax refunds and adjustments
- Retirement resolution for Corporal Rush Medley Jr., including surplus Glock 22
- Appointment to Trillium Health Regional Advisory Board
- Amended audit contract with Thompson, Price, Scott, Adams & Co. P.A.
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several budget amendments regarding EMS, insurance claims, and water capital projects. The agenda also includes discussions on a new water ordinance and an audit report from Thompson, Price, Scott, Adams & Co.
- Budget Amendment — Governing Body & EMS
- Budget Amendment — Carryover Funding
- Budget Amendment — Insurance Claims
- New Water Capital Project Ordinance
- Audit Report by Thompson, Price, Scott, Adams & Co.
Board of Commissioners
The Anson County Board of Commissioners will hear a presentation on a peer review of the tax office, which found the office is understaffed and recommends adding staff. The board will also consider a resolution honoring retiring Sergeant Walter Owens and declaring his badge and service weapon as surplus property. Other items include property tax refunds and adjustments, an airport engineering services recommendation, and a closed session to consult with the attorney.
- Tax office peer review report recommends 8-12 FTE staff, up from current 6
- Retirement resolution for Sgt. Walter Owens, including surplus Glock 22 serial #BFFT473
- Property tax refunds and adjustments approval
- Airport recommendation for engineering planning services
- Closed session to consult with attorney on potential claim or judicial action
Board of Commissioners
The Anson County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to approve the agenda, consent agenda (including minutes and property tax refunds/adjustments), and several budget amendments for elderly services. They will also consider a county attorney contract, a farmers market lease agreement, and enter closed session to consult with the attorney on potential claims or actions.
- Property tax refunds totaling $1,849.37 for vehicle tax and tag refunds
- Budget amendments for Elderly SCGP, Elderly Services FY24 ARPA, and Elderly Services FY 2023-2024 (SHIP)
- County Attorney Contract (page 89)
- Farmers Market Lease Agreement (page 92)
- Closed session to consult with attorney on potential claims or judicial action