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Median home value
$361,100 Upcoming
Fri Oct 30, 2026
Board of Commissioners on 2026-11-02 6:00 PM
Recent meetings
Wed Oct 28, 2026
Rutherford County Airport Authority on 2026-11-02 4:00 PM
Mon Oct 5, 2026
Board of Commissioners on 2026-10-05 6:00 PM
Rutherford County Board to discuss disaster loans and 2027 values
The Board of Commissioners will consider budget amendments, tax refunds, and state cashflow loans for Hurricane Helene disaster response. The meeting includes the adoption of the 2027 Schedule of Values and several board appointments.
- State Cashflow Loans for Hurricane Helene disaster response activities
- Adoption of the 2027 Schedule of Values
- October 2026 Budget Amendments and Tax Refunds
- Proposed policy revisions for political signs and campaigning on county property
- Rutherford County Economic Development Action Plan
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Board of Commissioners
Rutherford County
Meeting Agenda
289 N. Main St. Rutherfordton NC 28139
Commission Chambers
6:00 PM
Monday, October 5, 2026
I. Call to Order
A. Pledge of Allegiance
B. Agenda Approval
II. Public Comments
Citizens who wish to speak must register with the Human Resources Director who will be located in the
Board Meeting Room. Comments should be limited to three (3) minutes. Written comments submitted prior
to the Board meeting will be copied and distributed to the County Commissioners.
Public comments are a time for any citizen, guest or business to express an opinion or view on County
Government to the County Commissioners. Clapping, cheering, booing or catcalls following one speaker's
comments may inhibit another person with an opposing view from speaking now or later. The
Commissioners ask that audience members show respect for other people and refrain from any noise
during public comments.
III. Consent Agenda
The Consent Agenda contains non-controversial and routine items. The Consent Agenda is acted upon by
one motion and vote of the Board. Items may be removed from the Consent Agenda and placed on the
Regular Agenda at the request of a Board member.
Minutes of August 25, 2026 County Commissioners’ Special Meeting
ID 26-4617
A.
20260825 Special Meeting Minutes.pdf
Attachments:
Minutes of September 8, 2026 County Commissioners’ Meeting
ID 26-4610
B.
20260908 Minutes.pdf
Attachments:
Minutes of September 24, 2026 County Commissioners’ Special M …
Fri Oct 2, 2026
Board of Commissioners on 2026-10-05 6:00 PM
Thu Sep 24, 2026
Board of Commissioners on 2026-09-24 6:00 PM
Rutherford County Board of Commissioners to hold public hearing on 2027 Schedule of Values
The Board of Commissioners will meet to approve the agenda and conduct a public hearing regarding the 2027 Schedule of Values.
- Public hearing for 2027 Schedule of Values (ID 26-4622)
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Board of Commissioners
Rutherford County
Meeting Agenda
289 N. Main St. Rutherfordton NC 28139
Commission Chambers
6:00 PM
Thursday, September 24, 2026
I. Call to Order
A. Agenda Approval
II. Public Hearings
Public Hearing - 2027 Schedule of Values
ID 26-4622
A.
Public Hearing Notice Sept 24 2026 SOV.pdf
105-317 SOV Standards.pdf
Attachments:
III. Adjournment
RUTHERFORD COUNTY IS COMMITTED TO FULL COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH
DISABILITIES ACT STANDARDS. TRANSLATION SERVICES, ASSISTANCE OR ACCOMMODATION
REQUESTS FROM PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE TO BE REQUESTED NOT LESS THAN 3
WORKING DAYS BEFORE THE DAY OF THE EVENT. PLEASE CALL (828) 287-6045.
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Rutherford County
Printed on 9/24/2026
Thu Sep 24, 2026
Board of Commissioners on 2026-09-24 6:00 PM
Tue Sep 8, 2026
Rutherford County Airport Authority on 2026-09-08 4:00 PM
Tue Sep 8, 2026
Board of Commissioners on 2026-09-08 6:00 PM
Rutherford County Board discusses grant funding and budget amendments
The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding state funding for various programs, including a grant for elderly individuals and persons with disabilities. The agenda also includes reviewing budget amendments and a memorandum of agreement for courtroom upgrades.
- Public hearing for Section 5310, 5311, 5339, and 5307 state funding
- Public hearing for Elderly Individuals and Individuals with Disabilities Grant
- September 2026 budget amendments
- Memorandum of Agreement for courtroom upgrades for remote proceedings
- Resolutions awarding side arms and badges to Corporal Jeffery Smith and Corporal Shane Ruppe
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Board of Commissioners
Rutherford County
Meeting Agenda
289 N. Main St. Rutherfordton NC 28139
Commission Chambers
6:00 PM
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
I. Call to Order
A. Pledge of Allegiance
Oath of Office - County Manager
ID 26-4604
A.
B. Agenda Approval
II. Public Hearings
Public Hearing - Section 5311 (ADTAP), 5310, 5339, 5307 and applicable
State Funding, or Combination Thereof
ID 26-4589
A.
FY28 Public Hearing Notice.pdf
FY28 Public Hearing Record.pdf
FY28 5311 Certification Form.pdf
FY28 LocalShareCertification.pdf
FY28 Program Resolution.pdf
Attachments:
Public Hearing -5310 Elderly Individuals and Individuals with Disabilities
Grant
ID 26-4588
B.
FY28 Senior Center Public Hearing Record form filled.pdf
FY28 LocalShareCertification form filled.pdf
FY28 Senior Center Program Resolution form filled.pdf
Attachments:
III. Public Comments
Citizens who wish to speak must register with the Human Resources Director who will be located in the
Board Meeting Room. Comments should be limited to three (3) minutes. Written comments submitted prior
to the Board meeting will be copied and distributed to the County Commissioners.
Public comments are a time for any citizen, guest or business to express an opinion or view on County
Government to the County Commissioners. Clapping, cheering, booing or catcalls following one speaker's
comments may inhibit another person with an opposing view from speaking now or later. The
Commissioners ask that audience members show respect for oth …
Tue Sep 8, 2026
Board of Commissioners on 2026-09-08 6:00 PM
Tue Aug 25, 2026
Board of Commissioners on 2026-08-25 6:00 PM
Commissioners to review 2027 Schedule of Values for property tax assessments
The Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider the 2027 Schedule of Values, a document that guides property tax assessments. The tax office has submitted a request regarding the schedule, and the board will receive it as part of the new business. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with agenda approval and adjournment.
- 2027 Schedule of Values presentation (ID 26-4592)
- Request from Tax Office regarding Schedule of Values
- Notice of Board of Commissioners receipt of the 2027 Rutherford County Schedule of Values
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Board of Commissioners
Rutherford County
Meeting Agenda
289 N. Main St. Rutherfordton NC 28139
Commission Chambers
6:00 PM
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
I. Call to Order
A. Agenda Approval
II. New Business
2027 Schedule of Values Presentation
ID 26-4592
A.
Request from Tax Office regarding Schedule of Values.pdf
NOTICE OF BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS RECEIPT OF THE 2027 RUTHER
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Attachments:
III. Adjournment
RUTHERFORD COUNTY IS COMMITTED TO FULL COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH
DISABILITIES ACT STANDARDS. TRANSLATION SERVICES, ASSISTANCE OR ACCOMMODATION
REQUESTS FROM PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE TO BE REQUESTED NOT LESS THAN 3
WORKING DAYS BEFORE THE DAY OF THE EVENT. PLEASE CALL (828) 287-6045.
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Rutherford County
Printed on 8/25/2026
Mon Aug 3, 2026
Board of Commissioners on 2026-08-03 6:00 PM
Commissioners to consider fire district boundary changes and appointments
The Rutherford County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on proposed changes to adjoining service district boundaries, including fire districts. The board will also consider routine consent items, appointments to several boards, proclamations, and new business items such as a DSS update, an internal controls policy, and an animal adoption fee reduction request.
- Public hearing on resolution approving changes in adjoining service district boundaries (ID 26-4569)
- Appointment to Isothermal Community College Board of Trustees (ID 26-4582)
- Appointments to Transit Advisory Board (ID 26-4574)
- Animal adoption fee reduction request (ID 26-4581)
- Tax refunds and releases for August 2026 (ID 26-4552)
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Board of Commissioners
Rutherford County
Meeting Agenda
289 N. Main St. Rutherfordton NC 28139
Commission Chambers
6:00 PM
Monday, August 3, 2026
I. Call to Order
A. Pledge of Allegiance
B. Agenda Approval
II. Public Hearings
Public Hearing to Consider Resolution Approving Changes in Adjoining
Service District Boundaries
ID 26-4569
A.
Fire District Boundaries Notice Public Hearing.pdf
Service District Report Final (with placeholder for C).pdf
Resolution Approving Insurance Districts with Exhibits.pdf
Resolution Approving Service District Boundaries with Exhibits.pdf
Attachments:
III. Public Comments
Citizens who wish to speak must register with the Human Resources Director who will be located in the
Board Meeting Room. Comments should be limited to three (3) minutes. Written comments submitted prior
to the Board meeting will be copied and distributed to the County Commissioners.
Public comments are a time for any citizen, guest or business to express an opinion or view on County
Government to the County Commissioners. Clapping, cheering, booing or catcalls following one speaker's
comments may inhibit another person with an opposing view from speaking now or later. The
Commissioners ask that audience members show respect for other people and refrain from any noise
during public comments.
IV. Consent Agenda
The Consent Agenda contains non-controversial and routine items. The Consent Agenda is acted upon by
one motion and vote of the Board. Items may be removed from the …
Thu Jul 23, 2026
Board of Commissioners on 2026-07-23 6:00 PM
Board to hold closed session on personnel matters
The Rutherford County Board of Commissioners is meeting to approve the agenda, enter a closed session to discuss personnel matters under North Carolina law, and adjourn. No other business is listed on the agenda.
- Closed session for personnel (NCGS 143-318.11(a)(6))
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Board of Commissioners
Rutherford County
Meeting Agenda
289 N. Main St. Rutherfordton NC 28139
Commission Chambers
6:00 PM
Thursday, July 23, 2026
I. Call to Order
A. Agenda Approval
II. Closed Session
Closed Session - Personnel NCGS 143-318.11(a)(6)
ID 26-4567
A.
III. Adjournment
RUTHERFORD COUNTY IS COMMITTED TO FULL COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH
DISABILITIES ACT STANDARDS. TRANSLATION SERVICES, ASSISTANCE OR ACCOMMODATION
REQUESTS FROM PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE TO BE REQUESTED NOT LESS THAN 3
WORKING DAYS BEFORE THE DAY OF THE EVENT. PLEASE CALL (828) 287-6045.
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Rutherford County
Printed on 7/23/2026
Mon Jul 6, 2026
Board of Commissioners on 2026-07-06 6:00 PM
County board to hold fire code hearing, approve budget, contracts
The Rutherford County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a fire code ordinance, then vote on a consent agenda including minutes and tax refunds. New business includes budget amendments, a DSS update, an MOU with DHHS, an energy outreach plan, tax collection reports, a transit grant, a fire service contract with Bostic, and updates on Gateway West and an industrial project. The board will also make several appointments and enter closed session for attorney-client and personnel matters.
- Public hearing on fire code ordinance (ID 26-4523)
- Budget amendments for July 2026 (ID 26-4541)
- Service contract for fire service with Bostic Fire Department (ID 26-4539)
- Ordinance repealing Chapter 17 (Transportation Authority) (ID 26-4534)
- Appointments to Tourism Development Authority and other boards
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Board of Commissioners
Rutherford County
Meeting Agenda
289 N. Main St. Rutherfordton NC 28139
Commission Chambers
6:00 PM
Monday, July 6, 2026
I. Call to Order
A. Pledge of Allegiance
B. Agenda Approval
II. Public Hearings
Public Hearing - Ordinance Concerning Fire Code
ID 26-4523
A.
Notice of Public Hearing 7.6.26
Resolution for Fire Ordinance
Attachments:
III. Public Comments
Citizens who wish to speak must register with the Human Resources Director who will be located in the
Board Meeting Room. Comments should be limited to three (3) minutes. Written comments submitted prior
to the Board meeting will be copied and distributed to the County Commissioners.
Public comments are a time for any citizen, guest or business to express an opinion or view on County
Government to the County Commissioners. Clapping, cheering, booing or catcalls following one speaker's
comments may inhibit another person with an opposing view from speaking now or later. The
Commissioners ask that audience members show respect for other people and refrain from any noise
during public comments.
IV. Consent Agenda
The Consent Agenda contains non-controversial and routine items. The Consent Agenda is acted upon by
one motion and vote of the Board. Items may be removed from the Consent Agenda and placed on the
Regular Agenda at the request of a Board member.
Minutes of May 26, 2026 Board of Commissioners’ Special Meeting
ID 26-4524
A.
20260526 Minutes
Attachments:
Minutes of May 28, 2026 Board of Co …
Mon Jul 6, 2026
Board of Commissioners on 2026-07-06 6:00 PM
Public hearing on fire code ordinance; budget amendments and appointments
The Rutherford County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a proposed fire code ordinance. The board will also consider consent agenda items (minutes, tax refunds), multiple appointments to boards and authorities, and new business including budget amendments, a DSS update, an MOU with DHHS, an energy outreach plan, tax collection reports, a transit grant, an ordinance repealing Chapter 17 (Transportation Authority), a fire service contract with Bostic Fire Department, and updates on Gateway West Commercial Park and an industrial project. The meeting includes a closed session for attorney-client and personnel matters.
- Public hearing on Ordinance Concerning Fire Code (ID 26-4523A)
- Budget Amendments for July 2026 (ID 26-4541A)
- Ordinance Repealing Chapter 17 of County Code (Transportation Authority) (ID 26-4534H)
- Service Contract for Fire Service with Bostic Fire Department (ID 26-4539I)
- Multiple appointments including Tourism Development Authority chairperson and members (ID 26-4532F, 26-4528G)
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Board of Commissioners
Rutherford County
Meeting Agenda
289 N. Main St. Rutherfordton NC 28139
Commission Chambers
6:00 PMMonday, July 6, 2026
I. Call to Order
A. Pledge of Allegiance
B. Agenda Approval
II. Public Hearings
Public Hearing - Ordinance Concerning Fire CodeID 26-4523A.
Notice of Public Hearing 7.6.26
Resolution for Fire Ordinance
Attachments:
III. Public Comments
Citizens who wish to speak must register with the Human Resources Director who will be located in the
Board Meeting Room. Comments should be limited to three (3) minutes. Written comments submitted prior
to the Board meeting will be copied and distributed to the County Commissioners.
Public comments are a time for any citizen, guest or business to express an opinion or view on County
Government to the County Commissioners. Clapping, cheering, booing or catcalls following one speaker's
comments may inhibit another person with an opposing view from speaking now or later. The
Commissioners ask that audience members show respect for other people and refrain from any noise
during public comments.
IV. Consent Agenda
The Consent Agenda contains non-controversial and routine items. The Consent Agenda is acted upon by
one motion and vote of the Board. Items may be removed from the Consent Agenda and placed on the
Regular Agenda at the request of a Board member.
Minutes of May 26, 2026 Board of Commissioners’ Special MeetingID 26-4524A.
20260526 MinutesAttachments:
Minutes of May 28, 2026 Board of Commiss …
Thu Jun 4, 2026
Board of Commissioners on 2026-06-04 6:00 PM
Rutherford County board to adopt FY26-27 budget, approve opioid settlement spending
The Board of Commissioners will consider adopting the budget ordinance for fiscal year 2026-2027 and a resolution directing expenditure of opioid settlement funds. These are the only substantive items on the agenda.
- Budget Adoption: Budget Ordinance for FY26-27
- Resolution Directing Expenditure of Opioid Settlement Funds (RPW CLEAN)
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Board of Commissioners
Rutherford County
Meeting Agenda
289 N. Main St. Rutherfordton NC 28139
Commission Chambers
6:00 PMThursday, June 4, 2026
I. Call to Order
A. Agenda Approval
II. Old Business
Budget AdoptionID 26-4519A.
Budget Ordinance - FY26-27 June 4th Draft.pdfAttachments:
Opioid Settlement Funds Project ProposalsID 26-4517B.
Resolution Directing Expenditure of Opioid Settlement Funds-RPW CLEAN.pdf
RFA 26-29 · Commissioner Information Video.mp4
Attachments:
III. Adjournment
RUTHERFORD COUNTY IS COMMITTED TO FULL COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH
DISABILITIES ACT STANDARDS. TRANSLATION SERVICES, ASSISTANCE OR ACCOMMODATION
REQUESTS FROM PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE TO BE REQUESTED NOT LESS THAN 3
WORKING DAYS BEFORE THE DAY OF THE EVENT. PLEASE CALL (828) 287-6045.
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Mon Jun 1, 2026
Board of Commissioners on 2026-06-01 6:00 PM
Public hearing on proposed FY 2026-2027 county budget
The Rutherford County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2026-2027 budget. The meeting includes a consent agenda with routine items such as minutes and tax refunds, new business covering budget amendments, opioid settlement fund proposals, a construction agreement for the detention center, and a fire code ordinance. Several appointments to county boards and commissions are also scheduled, followed by closed sessions for personnel, land acquisition, and attorney-client matters.
- Public hearing on Proposed Rutherford County Budget FY 2026-2027
- Opioid Settlement Funds Project Proposals and resolution directing expenditure
- Vannoy/Moseley Construction Agreement for Rutherford County Detention Center
- Resolution Approving an Ordinance Concerning the Fire Code, Fire Marshal, and Outdoor Burning
- Appointments to Rutherford County Boards and Commissions and Economic Development Association
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Board of Commissioners
Rutherford County
Meeting Agenda
289 N. Main St. Rutherfordton NC 28139
Commission Chambers
6:00 PMMonday, June 1, 2026
I. Call to Order
A. Pledge of Allegiance
B. Agenda Approval
II. Public Hearings
Public Hearing - Proposed Rutherford County Budget FY 2026-2027ID 26-4482A.
Public Notice 6.1.26 Meeting
Budget Message FY2026-2027 Presentation - Slides Only - FINAL.pdf
Attachments:
III. Public Comments
Citizens who wish to speak must register with the Human Resources Director who will be located in the
Board Meeting Room. Comments should be limited to three (3) minutes. Written comments submitted prior
to the Board meeting will be copied and distributed to the County Commissioners.
Public comments are a time for any citizen, guest or business to express an opinion or view on County
Government to the County Commissioners. Clapping, cheering, booing or catcalls following one speaker's
comments may inhibit another person with an opposing view from speaking now or later. The
Commissioners ask that audience members show respect for other people and refrain from any noise
during public comments.
IV. Consent Agenda
The Consent Agenda contains non-controversial and routine items. The Consent Agenda is acted upon by
one motion and vote of the Board. Items may be removed from the Consent Agenda and placed on the
Regular Agenda at the request of a Board member.
Minutes of May 4, 2026 Board Of Commissioners’ MeetingID 26-4488A.
20260504 MinutesAttachments: …
Mon May 11, 2026
Board of Commissioners on 2026-05-11 6:00 PM
Budget workshop for upcoming fiscal year
The Board of Commissioners will hold a budget workshop to review and discuss the upcoming fiscal year's budget. No votes or public hearings are scheduled; the meeting is limited to this workshop item.
- Budget Workshop (ID 26-4480) — discussion only, no action expected
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Board of Commissioners
Rutherford County
Meeting Agenda
289 N. Main St. Rutherfordton NC 28139
Commission Chambers
6:00 PMMonday, May 11, 2026
I. Call to Order
A. Agenda Approval
II. New Business
Budget WorkshopID 26-4480A.
III. Adjournment
RUTHERFORD COUNTY IS COMMITTED TO FULL COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH
DISABILITIES ACT STANDARDS. TRANSLATION SERVICES, ASSISTANCE OR ACCOMMODATION
REQUESTS FROM PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE TO BE REQUESTED NOT LESS THAN 3
WORKING DAYS BEFORE THE DAY OF THE EVENT. PLEASE CALL (828) 287-6045.
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Mon May 11, 2026
Board of Commissioners on 2026-05-11 5:00 PM
Public hearing to confer powers of Rutherford County Board of Social Services
The Rutherford County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a proposal to confer powers, responsibilities, and duties of the Board of Social Services (ID 26-4479A). No other substantive items are on the agenda; the meeting also includes agenda approval and adjournment.
- Public hearing on conferring powers, responsibilities, and duties of the Rutherford County Board of Social Services (ID 26-4479A)
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Board of Commissioners
Rutherford County
Meeting Agenda
289 N. Main St. Rutherfordton NC 28139
Commission Chambers
5:00 PMMonday, May 11, 2026
I. Call to Order
A. Agenda Approval
II. Public Hearings
Public Hearing - Conferring Powers, Responsibilities, and Duties of
Rutherford County Board of Social Services
ID 26-4479A.
Notice Of Public Hearing 05.11.2026Attachments:
III. Adjournment
RUTHERFORD COUNTY IS COMMITTED TO FULL COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH
DISABILITIES ACT STANDARDS. TRANSLATION SERVICES, ASSISTANCE OR ACCOMMODATION
REQUESTS FROM PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE TO BE REQUESTED NOT LESS THAN 3
WORKING DAYS BEFORE THE DAY OF THE EVENT. PLEASE CALL (828) 287-6045.
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Mon May 4, 2026
Board of Commissioners on 2026-05-04 6:00 PM
Commissioners to hear budget presentation and consider amendments
The Rutherford County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting including public comments, approval of consent agenda items (minutes and tax refunds), proclamations, appointments to boards, budget amendments, and a budget presentation for 2026-2027. They will also consider multi-year agreements with Lexis Nexis and CivicPlus for the county attorney and legal department, and a resolution awarding a retiring major's side arm and badge.
- Budget Amendments for May 2026
- Budget Presentation for 2026-2027
- Multi-year agreement with Lexis Nexis for the County Attorney
- Multi-year agreement with CivicPlus (NextRequest) for the Legal Department
- Appointments to Rutherford County Boards and Commissions
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Board of Commissioners
Rutherford County
Meeting Agenda
289 N. Main St. Rutherfordton NC 28139
Commission Chambers
6:00 PMMonday, May 4, 2026
I. Call to Order
A. Pledge of Allegiance
B. Agenda Approval
II. Public Comments
Citizens who wish to speak must register with the Human Resources Director who will be located in the
Board Meeting Room. Comments should be limited to three (3) minutes. Written comments submitted prior
to the Board meeting will be copied and distributed to the County Commissioners.
Public comments are a time for any citizen, guest or business to express an opinion or view on County
Government to the County Commissioners. Clapping, cheering, booing or catcalls following one speaker's
comments may inhibit another person with an opposing view from speaking now or later. The
Commissioners ask that audience members show respect for other people and refrain from any noise
during public comments.
III. Consent Agenda
The Consent Agenda contains non-controversial and routine items. The Consent Agenda is acted upon by
one motion and vote of the Board. Items may be removed from the Consent Agenda and placed on the
Regular Agenda at the request of a Board member.
Minutes of April 6, 2026 County Commissioners’ MeetingID 26-4447A.
4.6.26 minutesAttachments:
Minutes of April 16, 2026 County Commissioners’ Special Meeting #1ID 26-4461B.
20260416 Special Meeting Minutes 1Attachments:
Minutes of April 16, 2026 County Commissioners’ Special Meeting #2ID 26-4462C.
20 …
Mon Apr 20, 2026
Board of Commissioners on 2026-04-20 4:15 PM
Rutherford County commissioners review college budget request
This joint meeting of the Rutherford County Board of Commissioners and the Isothermal Community College Board of Trustees focuses on the college's budget request for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The board will discuss and potentially approve the proposed funding.
- Isothermal Community College Budget Request for fiscal year 2026-2027
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✓ Decided: Rutherford County board hears college budget request, takes no vote
The Board of Commissioners approved the agenda and heard a presentation from Isothermal Community College on its FY2027 budget request, which includes a $465,500 (14.3%) increase largely due to the opening of the Dr. Bobby F. England Health & Sciences Center. No vote was taken on the budget request; the meeting adjourned without further action.
- Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
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Board of Commissioners
Rutherford County
Meeting Agenda
289 N. Main St. Rutherfordton NC 28139
Commission Chambers
4:15 PMMonday, April 20, 2026
I. Call to Order
A. Agenda Approval
II. New Business
Isothermal Community College Board of Trustees/Rutherford County Board
of Commissioners Annual Budget Meeting
ID 26-4456A.
Isothermal Community College Budget Request 2026 2027.pdfAttachments:
III. Adjournment
RUTHERFORD COUNTY IS COMMITTED TO FULL COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH
DISABILITIES ACT STANDARDS. TRANSLATION SERVICES, ASSISTANCE OR ACCOMMODATION
REQUESTS FROM PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE TO BE REQUESTED NOT LESS THAN 3
WORKING DAYS BEFORE THE DAY OF THE EVENT. PLEASE CALL (828) 287-6045.
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Thu Apr 16, 2026
Board of Commissioners on 2026-04-16 6:00 PM
Joint budget meeting with school board on FY 2026-27 proposal
The Rutherford County Board of Commissioners will hold a joint budget meeting with the Board of Education to review the proposed FY 2026-27 budget for the school district (Funds 2 and 4). No other business or public hearings are scheduled.
- FY 2026-27 proposed budget for Rutherford County Schools (Funds 2 and 4) presented for discussion
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Board of Commissioners
Rutherford County
Meeting Agenda
289 N. Main St. Rutherfordton NC 28139
Commission Chambers
5:00 PMThursday, April 16, 2026
I. Call to Order
A. Agenda Approval
II. New Business
Budget Meeting with Rutherford County Board of Commissioners and
Rutherford County Board of Education
ID 26-4448A.
Board of Education FY 2026-27 Proposed Budget (Funds 2 4) FINAL 04142026.pdfAttachments:
III. Adjournment
RUTHERFORD COUNTY IS COMMITTED TO FULL COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH
DISABILITIES ACT STANDARDS. TRANSLATION SERVICES, ASSISTANCE OR ACCOMMODATION
REQUESTS FROM PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE TO BE REQUESTED NOT LESS THAN 3
WORKING DAYS BEFORE THE DAY OF THE EVENT. PLEASE CALL (828) 287-6045.
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Thu Apr 16, 2026
Board of Commissioners on 2026-04-16 5:00 PM
Joint budget meeting for school district's FY 2026-27 proposal
The Chimney Rock Village Board of Commissioners is meeting jointly with the Rutherford County Board of Commissioners and the Rutherford County Board of Education to discuss the Board of Education's proposed FY 2026-27 budget. The agenda contains only this single substantive new business item, along with routine procedural approvals.
- Board of Education FY 2026-27 Proposed Budget (Funds 2 4) attachment referenced, no dollar amounts or details provided in agenda
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✓ Decided: County commissioners and school board discuss budget and facilities plan, no votes taken
The Rutherford County Board of Commissioners held a special joint meeting with the Board of Education to review the proposed FY 2026-27 school budget and a long-range facilities plan. No votes were taken on the budget or plan; the only action was approving the meeting agenda (5-0). The school board presented a recommended local current expense fund of $19.7 million and recommended transitioning to a two-feeder-pattern school system. The commissioners asked questions but deferred any decisions.
- Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
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Board of Commissioners
Rutherford County
Meeting Agenda
289 N. Main St. Rutherfordton NC 28139
Commission Chambers
5:00 PMThursday, April 16, 2026
I. Call to Order
A. Agenda Approval
II. New Business
Budget Meeting with Rutherford County Board of Commissioners and
Rutherford County Board of Education
ID 26-4448A.
Board of Education FY 2026-27 Proposed Budget (Funds 2 4) FINAL 04142026.pdfAttachments:
III. Adjournment
RUTHERFORD COUNTY IS COMMITTED TO FULL COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH
DISABILITIES ACT STANDARDS. TRANSLATION SERVICES, ASSISTANCE OR ACCOMMODATION
REQUESTS FROM PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE TO BE REQUESTED NOT LESS THAN 3
WORKING DAYS BEFORE THE DAY OF THE EVENT. PLEASE CALL (828) 287-6045.
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Wed Apr 15, 2026
Social Services Board on 2026-04-15 4:00 PM
Social Services Board to review March budget and personnel reports
The Chimney Rock Village Social Services Board will discuss and adopt the meeting agenda, approve minutes, and hear public comments. The board will review the March 2026 personnel report, budget discussion, financial report, and service report. Program updates include social work, economic services, and a director's report with the 2025 Local Child Fatality Prevention Team Annual Report. The meeting will also include a closed session.
- Personnel Report – March 2026 (ID 26-4438)
- Budget Discussion – March 2026 (ID 26-4439)
- Financial Report – March 2026 (ID 26-4440)
- Service Report – March 2026 (ID 26-4441)
- Director's Report including 2025 Local Child Fatality Prevention Team Annual Report (ID 26-4443)
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Wednesday, April 15, 2026
4:00 PM
Rutherford County
289 N Main St. Rutherfordton, NC 28139
Social Services Board
Meeting Agenda
April 15, 2026Social Services Board Meeting Agenda
I. Welcome and Call to Order
II. Discussion and Adoption of Agenda
III. Adoption of Minutes
IV. Public Comments
V. Personnel Report
Personnel Report - March 2026ID 26-4438
Personnel Report1 - Mar 2026.pdfAttachments:
VI. Budget Discussion
Budget Discussion - March 2026ID 26-4439
Budget Discussion - Mar 2026.docxAttachments:
Financial Report - March 2026ID 26-4440
Financial Report - Mar 2026.pdfAttachments:
VII. Service Report
Service Report - March 2026ID 26-4441
Service Report - Mar 2026.pdfAttachments:
VIII. Program Updates:
1. Social Work
2. Economic Services
3. Director's Report
Director’s Report - March 2026ID 26-4442
Director's Report - Mar 2026.docxAttachments:
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April 15, 2026Social Services Board Meeting Agenda
Director’s ReportID 26-4443
Director's Report - 2025 Local Child Fatality Prevention Team Activity Annual Report -Rutherford (002).pdfAttachments:
Director’s ReportID 26-4444
Director's Report - ResponseSummary (1).pdfAttachments:
IX. Closed Session
X. Announcements
XI. Adjourn
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Mon Apr 6, 2026
Board of Commissioners on 2026-04-06 6:00 PM
County board to consider lease with Jingoli Power LLC
The Rutherford County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda including minutes and tax refunds. New business includes budget amendments, an audit contract for FY26-FY28, a NCDOT right-of-way acquisition offer, and a proposed lease with Jingoli Power LLC for a Henson Road easement. The board will also proclaim April 12-18 as National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week and observe the National Day of Prayer.
- Lease with Jingoli Power, LLC for a Henson Road easement
- 2026 Audit Contract for FY26-FY28
- Budget Amendments - April 2026
- North Carolina Department of Transportation Right-of-Way Acquisition Offer
- Proclamations: National Day of Prayer (May 7, 2026) and Public Safety Telecommunicator Week (April 12-18)
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✓ Decided: Board approved 15.36‑acre lease with Jingoli Power for $324,000 annual rent
The commissioners unanimously approved several items, including a National Day of Prayer proclamation, a resolution recognizing National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week, budget amendments, a 2026 audit contract with Gould Killian CPA Group, a $25,250 right‑of‑way acquisition offer from NCDOT, and a 15‑month lease with Jingoli Power for 15.36 acres at $324,000 per year. All motions passed with a 5‑0 vote.
- Approved National Day of Prayer proclamation (5-0)
- Approved resolution recognizing National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week (5-0)
- Approved budget amendments (5-0)
- Approved 2026 audit contract with Gould Killian CPA Group (5-0)
- Approved NCDOT right‑of‑way acquisition offer of $25,250 (5-0)
- Approved lease with Jingoli Power, LLC for 15.36 acres at $324,000 annual rent (5-0)
- Approved resolution authorizing participation in opioid settlements (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda items including minutes and tax refunds (5-0)
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Monday, April 6, 2026
6:00 PM
Rutherford County
289 N. Main St. Rutherfordton NC 28139 Commission Chambers
Board of Commissioners
Meeting Agenda
April 6, 2026Board of Commissioners Meeting Agenda
I. Call to Order
A. Pledge of Allegiance
B. Agenda Approval
II. Public Comments
Citizens who wish to speak must register with the Human Resources Director who will be located in the
Board Meeting Room. Comments should be limited to three (3) minutes. Written comments submitted prior
to the Board meeting will be copied and distributed to the County Commissioners.
Public comments are a time for any citizen, guest or business to express an opinion or view on County
Government to the County Commissioners. Clapping, cheering, booing or catcalls following one speaker's
comments may inhibit another person with an opposing view from speaking now or later. The
Commissioners ask that audience members show respect for other people and refrain from any noise
during public comments.
III. Consent Agenda
The Consent Agenda contains non-controversial and routine items. The Consent Agenda is acted upon by
one motion and vote of the Board. Items may be removed from the Consent Agenda and placed on the
Regular Agenda at the request of a Board member.
Minutes of February 26, 2026 County Commissioners’ Special MeetingID 26-4423A.
20260226 Minutes.pdfAttachments:
Minutes of March 2, 2026 County Commissioners’ MeetingID 26-4422B.
20260302Minutes.pdfAttachments:
Minutes of March 26, 2026 County Com …
Thu Mar 26, 2026
Board of Commissioners on 2026-03-26 4:00 PM
Rutherford County board holds administrative planning workshop
The Board of Commissioners will hold an administrative and board planning workshop. No votes on ordinances, contracts, or policy changes are scheduled. The meeting is largely procedural.
- Administrative and Board Planning Workshop (ID 26-4432A)
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✓ Decided: No substantive decisions at budget workshop special meeting
The Board of Commissioners held a special meeting workshop focused on budget discussions and administrative planning. The only votes were to approve the agenda and adjourn. No decisions were made on budget allocations, county manager hiring, or board appointments.
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
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Board of Commissioners
Rutherford County
Meeting Agenda
289 N. Main St. Rutherfordton NC 28139
Commission Chambers
4:00 PMThursday, March 26, 2026
I. Call to Order
A. Agenda Approval
II. New Business
Administrative and Board Planning WorkshopID 26-4432A.
III. Adjournment
RUTHERFORD COUNTY IS COMMITTED TO FULL COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH
DISABILITIES ACT STANDARDS. TRANSLATION SERVICES, ASSISTANCE OR ACCOMMODATION
REQUESTS FROM PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE TO BE REQUESTED NOT LESS THAN 3
WORKING DAYS BEFORE THE DAY OF THE EVENT. PLEASE CALL (828) 287-6045.
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Wed Mar 25, 2026
Social Services Board on 2026-03-25 4:00 PM
Social Services Board to appoint acting director
The Chimney Rock Village Social Services Board will hold a largely procedural meeting, including a closed session and discussion on appointing an acting director. The only substantive action item is the possible appointment of an acting director for the board.
- Discussion and possible action on appointment of acting director
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✓ Decided: Appointed Tiffany Dodd Acting Director (5-0)
The Social Services Board unanimously appointed Tiffany Dodd as Acting Director, effective March 28, 2026, to serve until a permanent director is hired. The board also held a closed session to discuss personnel matters, citing state statutes. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Appointed Tiffany Dodd as Acting Director effective 03/28/2026 (5-0)
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Wednesday, March 25, 2026
4:00 PM
Rutherford County
289 N Main St. Rutherfordton, NC 28139
Social Services Board
Meeting Agenda
March 25, 2026Social Services Board Meeting Agenda
I. Welcome and Call to Order
II. Discussion and Adoption of Agenda
X. Closed Session
XI. Discussion and Possible Action
Appointment of Acting Director
XII. Adjourn
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Wed Mar 18, 2026
Social Services Board on 2026-03-18 4:00 PM
Social Services Board to discuss budget and personnel reports for February 2026
The Rutherford County Social Services Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss the February 2026 personnel report, budget discussion, and financial report. The board will also receive program updates including a director's report on child support restructuring. A closed session is scheduled.
- Personnel Report for February 2026
- Budget Discussion for February 2026
- Financial Report for February 2026
- Service Report for February 2026
- Director's Report including Child Support Restructuring
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✓ Decided: Board voted 5‑0 to enter closed session for personnel issues
The board approved a motion, 5‑0, to go into closed session after the personnel report to discuss personnel issues under NCGS 143‑318.11.A.6. The board also adopted the February meeting minutes by a unanimous 5‑0 vote. After reconvening, the board unanimously voted to exit the closed session. The meeting was adjourned at 6:15 PM by a 5‑0 vote, and a special board meeting was announced for March 25, 2026.
- Approved motion to enter closed session for personnel issues (5-0)
- Adopted February minutes (5-0)
- Approved motion to exit closed session (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 6:15 PM (5-0)
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Social Services Board
Rutherford County
Summary Agenda - Final
289 N Main St. Rutherfordton, NC 281394:00 PMWednesday, March 18, 2026
I. Welcome and Call to Order
II. Discussion and Adoption of Agenda
III. Adoption of Minutes
IV. Public Comments
V. Personnel Report
Personnel Report - February 2026ID 26-4415
Personnel Report - February 2026.xlsxAttachments:
VI. Budget Discussion
Budget Discussion - February 2026ID 26-4416
BUDGET DISCUSSION - February 2026.docxAttachments:
Financial Report - February 2026ID 26-4417
Financial Report - Feb 2026.pdfAttachments:
VII. Service Report
Report of Services - February 2026ID 26-4418
Service Report - Feb 2026.xlsxAttachments:
VIII. Program Updates:
1. Social Work
2. Economic Services
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March 18, 2026Social Services Board Summary Agenda - Final
3. Director's Report
Director’s ReportID 26-4419
Director's Report - lighthouse_legacy_library_flyer_with_image.pdfAttachments:
Director’s Report - Child Support RestructuringID 26-4420
Director's Report - Child Support Restructuring Request.3.12.2026.docxAttachments:
Director’s Report - Cumulative NumbersID 26-4421
Director's Report - CUMULATIVE NUMBERS for Child Support.3.12.26.xlsxAttachments:
IX. Closed Session
X. Announcements
XI. Adjourn
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Wed Mar 11, 2026
Social Services Board on 2026-03-11 4:00 PM
Social Services Board meets with closed session, no action items
The Chimney Rock Village Social Services Board is convening for a procedural meeting. The agenda includes a closed session, announcements, and adjournment, with no specific public decisions or discussions listed.
- Closed session scheduled, no details provided on the topic
- No public hearings, contracts, or financial items on the agenda
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✓ Decided: Social Services Board holds procedural meeting, adopts agenda unanimously
The Social Services Board convened and unanimously adopted the agenda. The board entered closed session to discuss personnel issues under NCGS 143-318.11.A.6, then reconvened and adjourned. No substantive policy or funding decisions were made.
- Adopted the meeting agenda (5-0)
- Entered closed session for personnel discussion (unanimous)
- Returned from closed session (unanimous)
- Adjourned at 5:15 PM (5-0)
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Wednesday, March 11, 2026
4:00 PM
Rutherford County
289 N Main St. Rutherfordton, NC 28139
Social Services Board
Meeting Agenda
March 11, 2026Social Services Board Meeting Agenda
I. Welcome and Call to Order
II. Discussion and Adoption of Agenda
III. Closed Session
IV. Announcements
V. Adjourn
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Mon Mar 2, 2026
Board of Commissioners on 2026-03-02 6:00 PM
Rutherford County Board weighs budget amendments, revaluation contract
The Rutherford County Board of Commissioners will meet to consider a consent agenda including tax refunds and meeting minutes, as well as new business items such as budget amendments for March 2026 and an amendment to the 2027 revaluation service contract. The board will also vote on appointments to the Transit Advisory Board and Foothills Workforce Development Board, and consider proclamations for America 250, National Vietnam War Veterans Day, and Child Abuse Prevention Month.
- Budget amendments for March 2026 including quotes for Isothermal Community College President's Suite and Johnson Paving
- Amendment to revaluation service contract for 2027 revaluation with Wampler Eanes and Vision Government Solutions
- Resolution to transfer a light transit vehicle to Isothermal Community College
- Proclamation for America 250 and resolution honoring National Vietnam War Veterans Day 2026 with The Wall that Heals visit
- Appointments to Transit Advisory Board and Foothills Workforce Development Board
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✓ Decided: Board approves budget amendments, revaluation contract, and transit vehicle transfer
The Board approved budget amendments for March 2026, a contract amendment for 2027 revaluation, and the transfer of a light transit vehicle to Isothermal Community College. The meeting also included the approval of several resolutions, proclamations, and appointments.
- Approved Consent Agenda (5-0)
- Accepted FY25 financial audit report (5-0)
- Approved 2026 as 250th Anniversary of the United States (5-0)
- Approved resolution honoring National Vietnam War Veterans Day (5-0)
- Appointed 3 members to Transit Advisory Board (5-0)
- Appointed Ms. Jackie Godlock to Foothills Workforce Development Board (5-0)
- Approved Child Abuse Prevention Month proclamation (5-0)
- Approved budget amendments for March 2026 (5-0)
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Board of Commissioners
Rutherford County
Meeting Agenda
289 N. Main St. Rutherfordton NC 28139
Commission Chambers
6:00 PMMonday, March 2, 2026
I. Call to Order
A. Pledge of Allegiance
B. Agenda Approval
II. Public Comments
Citizens who wish to speak must register with the Human Resources Director who will be located in the
Board Meeting Room. Comments should be limited to three (3) minutes. Written comments submitted prior
to the Board meeting will be copied and distributed to the County Commissioners.
Public comments are a time for any citizen, guest or business to express an opinion or view on County
Government to the County Commissioners. Clapping, cheering, booing or catcalls following one speaker's
comments may inhibit another person with an opposing view from speaking now or later. The
Commissioners ask that audience members show respect for other people and refrain from any noise
during public comments.
III. Consent Agenda
The Consent Agenda contains non-controversial and routine items. The Consent Agenda is acted upon by
one motion and vote of the Board. Items may be removed from the Consent Agenda and placed on the
Regular Agenda at the request of a Board member.
Minutes of February 2, 2026 County Commissioners’ MeetingID 26-4404A.
20260202 Minutes.pdfAttachments:
Tax Refunds and Releases - March, 2026ID 26-4409B.
Tax Refunds Releases March 2026.pdfAttachments:
IV. Commissioner Reports
Audit ReportID 26-4407A.
Audit Report Rutherford County FY25 ACFR - ISSU …
Thu Feb 26, 2026
Commissioner Workshop
Wed Feb 18, 2026
Social Services Board on 2026-02-18 4:00 PM
Social Services Board to discuss budget and personnel report
The Chimney Rock Village Social Services Board will review the January 2026 personnel report, budget discussion, and financial report. They will also hear program updates on social work and economic services, along with the director's report including an IMC reclassification email and AAA performance monitoring report.
- Personnel Report - January 2026 (ID 26-4396)
- Budget Discussion (ID 26-4390) with January 2026 budget document
- Financial Report - January 2026 (ID 26-4391)
- Service Report - January 2026 (ID 26-4392)
- Director's Report with IMC Reclass Email and AAA Performance Monitoring Report (ID 26-4393, 26-4394, 26-4395)
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Wednesday, February 18, 2026
4:00 PM
Rutherford County
289 N Main St. Rutherfordton, NC 28139
Social Services Board
Meeting Agenda
February 18, 2026Social Services Board Meeting Agenda
I. Welcome and Call to Order
II. Discussion and Adoption of Agenda
III. Adoption of Minutes
IV. Public Comments
V. Personnel Report
Personnel Report - January 2026ID 26-4396
Personnel Report - January 2026.pdfAttachments:
VI. Budget Discussion
Budget DiscussionID 26-4390
BUDGET DISCUSSION January 2026.docxAttachments:
Financial ReportID 26-4391
Financial Report Jan 2026.pdfAttachments:
VII. Service Report
Service Report - January 2026ID 26-4392
Report of Services - January 2026.xlsxAttachments:
VIII. New Business
IX. Program Updates:
1. Social Work
2. Economic Services
3. Director's Report
Director’s Report - Jan 2026ID 26-4393
Director's Report - Jan 2026 .docxAttachments:
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February 18, 2026Social Services Board Meeting Agenda
Director’s Report - IMC Reclass EmailID 26-4394
Director's Report - IMC Reclass Email.docxAttachments:
Director’s Report - AAA Performance Monitoring ReportID 26-4395
Director's Report - AAA Performance Monitoring Report - 2-11-26.pdfAttachments:
X. Announcements
XI. Adjourn
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