Granville County public meetings in 2023

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider a budget amendment for the 2023-2024 fiscal year and the sale of surplus vehicles. The body is also reviewing requests for additional DSS positions and contracts for industrial park maintenance.

• Budget Amendment #4 for FY 2023-2024 including a $32,860 Homeland Security grant and $11,000 Petco grant
• Sale of surplus vehicles: 2011 Ford Fusion, 1999 Ford Explorer, and 2003 Ford F-150
• Unassigning $670,000 in Human Services funds to the General Fund for Granville Health Systems projects
• Tax refunds of $509.86, releases of $973.21, and write-offs of $0.90
• Contract for pump station site maintenance at Triangle North Granville Industrial Park

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider adopting schedules and rules for the 2024 real property and present use value revaluations. The meeting also includes a continued public hearing on land development code amendments regarding cluster subdivisions.

• Continued public hearing on Land Development Code Text Amendment for Cluster Subdivisions
• Adoption of Schedules, Standards, and Rules for Real Property 2024 Revaluation
• Adoption of Schedules, Standards, and Rules for Present Use Value for 2024 Revaluation
• Approval of tax refunds ($1,327.33), releases ($649.23), and write-offs ($2.56)
• Adoption of Granville County Jail Health Plan

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review Budget Amendment #3, which includes a $1,000,000 allocation for the Senior Center North project. The body will also hold public hearings regarding economic development incentives for Portman Industrial LLC.

• Budget Amendment #3: $1,000,000 for Senior Center North construction
• Public hearing for Economic Development: Portman Industrial LLC
• Public hearing for Economic Development: Incentive for Portman Industrial, LLC
• Budget allocation of $40,000 for Expo Center Audio Visual upgrade
• Tax refunds ($1,593.81), releases ($1,088.21), and write-offs ($3.10)

Board of Commissioners

The Granville County Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding a Land Development Code text amendment petition. The board will also consider several requests to declare vehicles and kitchen equipment as surplus for sale.

• Public hearing for Granville County Land Development Code Text Amendment Petition
• Proposed sale of 18 surplus vehicles from various departments
• Proposed sale of 7 pieces of surplus kitchen equipment from the old Detention Center
• Approval of $354.05 in tax refunds and $255.35 in tax releases
• Engineering evaluations for the sewer lift station at Triangle North Granville Business and Industrial Park

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review Budget Amendment #2 for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 to balance spending and funding. The meeting includes a public hearing on the In-Town Oxford Fixed Route transportation grant and discussions on facility upgrades and sheriff's contracts.

• Budget Amendment #2 including $250,000 CBCG grant for Expo Center generator
• Public hearing for 5310 Transportation Grant - In-Town Oxford Fixed Route
• Approval of tax refunds ($2,283.83), releases ($117.21), and write-offs ($20.01)
• Declaration of four vehicles as surplus for auction
• Renewal of consulting contract for Robert Bailess

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a project ordinance to build a new Northern Granville Senior Center in Stovall. The board is also reviewing a budget amendment to reallocate funds for emergency management, health systems, and landfill operations.

• Project ordinance for a new 7,400 sq ft Stovall Senior Center estimated at $3,746,820
• Budget Amendment #1 for FY 2023-2024 totaling $1,425,360
• Public hearings for economic development regarding Altec Industries, Auction Direct USA, and Bridgestone Bandag
• Tax refunds ($45,977.48), releases ($161,854.45), and write-offs ($148.05) for July 1 – August 23, 2023
• NCDOT request for abandonment of 0.20 miles of SR 1727 (Flemming Road)

The Board of Commissioners approved a capital project ordinance to construct a Senior Center facility in Stovall, NC. The project will be funded through a combination of general fund contributions and debt financing. Other approved items included budget amendments and tax refunds.

• Approved $3.75M capital project ordinance for Stovall Senior Center (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Amendment #1 for Fiscal Year 2023-2023 (unanimous)
• Approved tax refunds of $45,977.48, releases of $161,854.45, and write-offs of $148.05 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to abandon 0.20 miles of SR 1727 (Fleming Road) between US 15 and SR 1724 (unanimous)
• Adopted NCDOT Title VI Program nondiscrimination plan (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes from January 3, January 17, February 6, March 20, April 3, April 17, and May 1, 2023 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to approve a budget amendment for the National Opioid Settlement and consider several administrative matters. The session includes requests regarding the Town of Stem's extraterritorial jurisdiction and updates from the Sheriff's Office.

• National Opioid Settlement budget amendment increasing projected funds to $6,867,284
• Allocation of $100,000 for a full-time Opioid Settlement funds manager and $5,000 for public materials
• Request from the Town of Stem to establish an Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ)
• Approval of June 2023 tax refunds ($17,625.83), releases ($438.45), and write-offs ($8.53)
• Surplus declaration of five Sheriff's Office vehicles (Dodge Chargers and Ford Expeditions)

The Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda including a budget amendment for opioid settlement funds and the sale of surplus Sheriff's Office vehicles. The meeting also included a proclamation honoring Dennis Lester and extensive public testimony opposing the Stem extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) request.

• Approved National Opioid Settlement Budget Amendment #1 (5-0)
• Approved sale of five surplus Sheriff's Office vehicles (5-0)
• Approved establishing a dedicated payroll checking account with Truist Bank (5-0)
• Approved tax refunds of $17,625.83, releases of $438.45, and write-offs of $8.53 for June 2023 (5-0)
• Approved Tax Collector settlement for fiscal year 2022-2023 (5-0)
• Approved $1,200 monthly contract with Keeps Clean, LLC for Convention & Expo Center cleaning (5-0)
• Approved minutes for six meetings held between February and December 2022 (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the expenditure authorization of opioid settlement funds and the installation of wireless technology infrastructure at the Granville County Courthouse. The body will also consider several board appointments and the approval of surplus vehicle sales.

• Authorization of Opioid Settlement Funds expenditures
• Wireless Technology Infrastructure Installation at Granville County Courthouse
• Sale of three surplus Sheriff's Department vehicles (2011 Dodge Charger, 2010 Ford E-350 Van, 2015 Dodge Charger)
• Approval of May 2023 tax refunds ($559.83), releases ($5,644.22), and write-offs ($33.44)
• FY 2023-2024 Parks, Greenways, and Recreation Mini-Grants

The Board of Commissioners approved the Juvenile Crime Prevention Council funding plan and membership list for fiscal year 2023-2024. Additionally, the Board adopted revisions to the Granville County Personnel Policy and approved the sale of three surplus Sheriff's Department vehicles.

• Approved JCPC County Funding Plan totaling $249,016 (unanimous)
• Approved JCPC membership roster for FY 2023-2024 (unanimous)
• Added Creedmoor Police Chief Troy Willis to JCPC membership (unanimous)
• Adopted revisions to Granville County Personnel Policy effective July 10, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved sale of three surplus Sheriff's Department vehicles via online auction (unanimous)
• Approved tax refunds of $559.83, releases of $5,644.22, and write-offs of $33.44 (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes from October 3, 2022, October 17, 2022, and October 26, 2021 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review Budget Amendment #8 for Fiscal Year 2022-2023 and a funding plan for the Home and Community Care Block Grant. The meeting includes several personnel appointments and contract approvals for county services.

• Budget Amendment #8 for FY 2022-2023 including $251,729 for subscription-based IT assets
• Home and Community Care Block Grant of $511,251 with a $56,806 county match
• Approval for the appointment of Robert David Fountain III as a Deputy Sheriff
• Award and approval of a Brush Grinding Contract for Solid Waste
• Approval of a Major Special Use Permit and equipment substitution for Charlie Stovall Road Tower

The Board approved the fiscal year 2023-2024 Home and Community Care Block Grant and the appointment of a relative of the Sheriff as a Detention Officer. Several residents spoke in opposition to the Stem Extra-Territorial Jurisdiction (ETJ).

• Approved budget #8 for fiscal year 2022-2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved fiscal year 2023-2024 Home and Community Care Block Grant of $511,251 and County match of $56,806 (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Robert David Fountain, III as a Detention Officer

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners and the Parks, Greenways, and Recreation Committee held a workshop to review data and recommendations for the new Recreation Master Plan. Consultants from the John R. McAdams Company presented demographic trends, community survey results, and parkland service levels. No formal decisions were made during this session.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to approve the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Budget and Budget Ordinance. The agenda includes several capital project ordinances and a budget amendment for the current fiscal year.

• Approval of Fiscal Year 2023-24 Budget and Budget Ordinance
• Triangle North Water and Sewer Infrastructure project ordinance ($5,100,000)
• Stovall Senior Center project ordinance ($2,000,000)
• Budget Amendment #7 for FY 2022-2023
• Public hearing for Ambulance Franchise Ordinance

The Board approved several project ordinances, including funding for industrial infrastructure and a federal grant for county services. They also updated the county's ambulance services ordinance following a public hearing.

• Approved $5.1M for Triangle North water and sewer infrastructure (Unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 Local Assistance and Tribal Consistency Fund Grant (Unanimous)
• Approved $449,480.77 lottery distribution request for school construction (Unanimous)
• Approved Budget Amendment #7 for Fiscal Year 2023 (Unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance repealing and readopting Article 11, Section 23 regarding Ambulance Services
• Removed Stovall Senior Center Project Ordinance from agenda pending more information (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from September 6, 2022 meeting (Unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding the proposed FY 2023-2024 budget. The meeting also includes discussions on personnel policy revisions and a budget amendment for FY22-23 KARTS needs.

• Public Hearing on Proposed FY 2023-2024 Budget
• Tax refunds ($10,023.77), releases ($1,114.48), and write-offs ($18.44) for April 2023
• Request to use grant funds for UVC Lighting at the Detention Facility
• Proposed revisions to Granville County Personnel Policy
• Budget amendment for additional FY22-23 KARTS needs

The Board approved the purchase of a UVC Light System for the Detention Center using grant funds. Reappointments were made to the South Granville Memorial Gardens Board of Trustees, and several tax refunds and write-offs were approved. A public hearing on the proposed FY 2023-2024 budget was held, but no vote was taken.

• Approved $40,806 UVC Light System for Detention Center using NCDHHS grant funds (unanimous)
• Approved reappointments of Darlene Beck, Kenneth Bullock, and Lawrence Wade Lunsford to South Granville Memorial Gardens Board of Trustees (unanimous)
• Approved April 2023 tax refunds of $10,023.77, releases of $1,114.48, and write-offs of $18.44 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 8, 2022 Regular Meeting and August 16, 2022 Special Meeting (unanimous)
• Tabled budget approval after motion was withdrawn to allow for final language review

Board of Commissioners

The Board conducted a budget workshop to discuss IT upgrades, staffing needs, and salary competitiveness. No formal votes were taken on budget approvals or specific funding allocations during this session.

• Adjourned budget workshop at 11:27 a.m. (Unanimous)
• Entered closed session for attorney-client matters at 11:27 a.m. (Unanimous)
• Adjourned closed session at 12:09 p.m. (Unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to review the 2023 budget, including department expenditure summaries and service expansions. The sessions include discussions on the strategic plan, fee manual changes, and non-profit funding.

• Consideration of Approval of Strategic Plan
• Review of Fee Manual Changes
• Review of Non-Profit Funding
• Solid Waste Operation Review
• County Information Technology (IT) Overview and Expo Audio Visual Update

The Board of Commissioners held a budget work session to review departmental expenditures, service expansions, and fee manual changes. The only formal action taken was the approval of updates to the county's strategic plan. A public budget hearing is scheduled for May 15, 2023.

• Approved 2023 updates to the Granville County 2021-2025 Strategic Plan (Unanimous)
• Consented to support annual 4th of July fireworks at Lake Holt

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will receive a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget. The meeting includes discussions on facility improvements and a grant agreement for connectivity. The board will also consider tax refunds and commission appointments.

• Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget Presentation
• GREAT Grant Agreement with NCDIT and Connect Holding II, LLC
• Asphalt trail repairs and replacement for Granville Athletic Park
• Environmental cleaning services for Adult Probations at 208 Wall Street
• Tax refunds, releases, and write-offs

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a consent agenda including tax refunds, releases, and write-offs. They also updated the Granville County Fire Commission bylaws regarding term limits. Several residents provided public comments opposing the proposed Stem Extra-Territorial Jurisdiction (ETJ).

• Approved March 2023 tax refunds of $1,590.66 (Unanimous)
• Approved March 2023 tax releases of $243,259.02 (Unanimous)
• Approved March 2023 write-offs of $42.27 (Unanimous)
• Approved Granville County Fire Commission bylaws update setting initial terms of one and two years and a three-term limit (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes for meetings dated July 5, July 11, July 19, and August 4 and 5 of 2022, and April 17, 2023 (Unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the purchase of 11 automated external defibrillators and the rescission of a computer replacement policy. The meeting also includes reports from the County Manager and County Attorney and a review of landfill operations contracts.

• Purchase of 11 Phillips Heartstart FRX AEDs for $16,172.79 via Duke Energy Foundation grant
• Rescission of the Governing Body and Administration Computer Refresh/Replacement Program
• Landfill Operations Contract continuation and approval for fuel surcharge component
• Resolution for the conveyance of personal property to a nonprofit organization
• Appointment to the Granville County Library System Board of Trustees

The Board of Commissioners approved the purchase of AEDs, the exchange of surplus shotguns for store credit, and a fuel adjustment clause for landfill operations. They also appointed a new member to the Library System Board of Trustees and approved the conveyance of surplus property to nonprofits.

• Approved purchase of 11 Phillips Heartstart FRX AEDs for $16,172.79 (Unanimous)
• Approved rescission of the August 8, 2022 Computer Refresh/Replacement Program (Unanimous)
• Approved exchange of 24 surplus shotguns for store credit at Cross Creek Outdoor Supplies (Unanimous)
• Approved fuel adjustment clause up to $5.26/gallon for Huff Soil Conservation, Inc. landfill contract (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Bryon Goff (District 2) to Library System Board of Trustees (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution to convey surplus personal property to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations (Unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Granville County Board of Commissioners will discuss budget amendments, public safety equipment purchases, and the abandonment of a portion of Roycroft Road. The body is also reviewing a contract for engineering services and a landfill operations extension.

• Engineering Services Contract for Triangle North Business Park to McGill Associates, PA for $154,400
• Budget Amendment #5 for FY 2022-2023, including $150,000 for property revaluation
• Purchase of replacement Emergency Communications Back-up Recorder for $43,565
• Resolution to abandon 0.16 miles of SR 1214 (Roycroft Rd.) from the state-maintained system
• Donation of two Sheriff’s Office vehicles to Vance-Granville Community College

The Board of Commissioners approved several equipment purchases for the Sheriff's Office and a contract extension for landfill operations. They also authorized engineering services for the Triangle North Business Park and approved a grant application for traffic safety.

• Approved $83,377.67 for firearms and tactical equipment using DOJ asset forfeiture funds
• Approved 14-month landfill contract extension with Huff Soil Conservation, Inc. ($120K/month operations, $2,500/month tire loading)
• Approved $154,400 engineering contract with McGill Associates, PA for Triangle North Business Park
• Approved $43,565 purchase of a voice log recorder for the Backup Center using E-911 funds
• Approved $25,000 no-match grant application for the NC Governor's Highway Safety Program
• Approved abandonment of 0.16 miles of SR 1214 (Roycroft Rd.) from state system
• Approved donation of two 2014 Dodge Chargers to Vance-Granville Community College
• Approved donation of four surplus shotguns to Stem Police Department

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance to franchise ambulance services. The meeting also includes a budget amendment for school and health department repairs and various administrative appointments.

• Public hearing for proposed Ordinance to Franchise Ambulance Service
• Budget Amendment #4 including $500,000 for Granville County School System capital outlay
• Budget Amendment #4 including $253,652 for water damage repair at Granville Vance District Health
• Approval of tax refunds, releases, and write-offs for January and February 2023
• Review of Garrett-Moore contract revisions and approval

The Board authorized the execution of opioid settlements with an estimated total allocation of $6.84M. It also approved $240,000 in fire tax funds for volunteer departments to equip daytime fire drivers. Additionally, the Board approved several equipment purchases and a new mass notification system.

• Approved opioid settlement resolution with estimated $6.84M allocation (unanimous)
• Approved $240,000 in fire tax funds for 12 volunteer departments (unanimous)
• Approved $19,385.80 for Sheriff's Office tactical suppressors (6-1)
• Approved $49,875 5-year subscription for RAVE Mobile Safety notification system (unanimous)
• Approved $13,125 LinkedIn Learning subscription for library patrons (unanimous)
• Approved CEI copier contract at $4,516 per month (unanimous)
• Approved $14,155 contract with Garrett and Moore for landfill permit application (unanimous)
• Reappointed Jennifer S. Griffin as County Assessor and Tax Collector (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is meeting for a retreat to receive departmental updates and discuss key takeaways. The body is also considering the approval of the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Annual Financial Audit.

• Approval of Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Annual Financial Audit
• Flood damage remediation, wall, ceiling, flooring, and cabinet repairs for Granville Vance Public Health
• Cleaning contracts for Granville County Library System
• Updates from Development Services, Social Services, Sheriff's Office, and Granville Health System and EMS
• Fire Commission progress update and Expo Audiovisual update

Board of Commissioners

The Granville County Board of Commissioners is holding a two-day retreat to discuss expanding the DSS and ABC boards from 3 to 5 members, receive updates from SGWASA, planning, schools, and municipal leaders. The agenda is largely informational and discussion-oriented, with no formal votes listed.

• Discussion on expanding DSS board from 3 to 5 members per state statute
• Discussion on expanding ABC board from 3 to 5 members, with new Oxford store under construction
• SGWASA update on I-85 Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project (completion fall 2027) and PFAS testing
• Granville County Public Schools update by Dr. Alisa McLean
• Updates from mayors of Stem, Creedmoor, Butner, Stovall, and Oxford

The Board of Commissioners approved expanding the Department of Social Services (DSS) Board from three to five members. A proposal to expand the Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Board was denied. The meeting also included updates on county planning, public schools, and municipal projects.

• Approved expanding DSS Board from 3 to 5 members (Unanimous)
• Denied expansion of ABC Board from 3 to 5 members (4-3)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing Budget Amendment #3 for Fiscal Year 2022-2023, which includes a $5 million transfer from ARPA funds to cover salaries. The board is also discussing a loan from the General Fund to the Landfill Fund for cell construction.

• Budget Amendment #3 including a $4,692,250 loan to the Landfill Fund for MSW Landfill Unit 2 Phase 2 cell construction
• Proposed repayment agreement with the State of North Carolina for $205,000 regarding RiceWrap incentive goals
• Approval of two Sheriff's Office vehicles and a consulting contract for the Sheriff's Office
• Design and surveying services for the Northern Granville Senior Center in Stovall, NC
• Toilet partition replacement for Granville Athletic Park Sports Pavilion Restrooms

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider tax refunds, vehicle surplus declarations, and several board appointments. The meeting also includes discussions on expanding the ABC and DSS boards and adjusting fees for the Granville Athletic Park.

• Approval of $3,008.82 in tax refunds, $468.50 in releases, and $9.43 in write-offs
• Declaration of a 2006 Nomad and 2005 International vehicle as surplus
• Contract for engineering oversight for Construction of Leachate Tank No. 2
• Proposed adjustments to Granville Athletic Park fees
• Purchase requests for four official use vehicles for the Sheriff's Department

The Board established a formal policy for processing late property tax exemption and exclusion applications. They approved several equipment purchases for the Sheriff's Office and Library, and adjusted fees for the Granville Athletic Park.

• Approved Granville County Tax Office Late Application Policy and Process (unanimous)
• Approved $18,730 for outdoor instruments at Thornton Library via SFRF grant (6-1)
• Approved $15,000 for a mobile kitchen from Food Literacy Center Mini-Grant (unanimous)
• Approved $78,904.56 for two Chevrolet Tahoes using asset forfeiture funds (unanimous)
• Approved $91,159.00 for two Chevrolet Suburbans from capital outlay account (unanimous)
• Approved $45,663 for leachate tank no. 2 engineering oversight with Garrett & Moore, Inc. (unanimous)
• Increased GAP baseball field rental fees from $35 to $55 (residents) and $60 to $80 (non-residents) (unanimous)
• Eliminated the $1 admission fee for the GAP spray park (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider awarding a construction contract for interior improvements to the Department of Social Services Child Support Services offices. The body is also reviewing a resolution to support pay increases for state juvenile justice facility staff and making 2023 board appointments.

• Proposed construction contract with Vance Construction Company for $159,667 for interior alterations at 143 Williamsboro Street
• Resolution of Support for pay increases for Division of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention staff
• Appointments to Granville Health System Board of Trustees
• Appointments to Granville County Library System Board of Trustees
• Appointments to Orange Street Community Center Board of Trustees

The Board approved a $5.1 million investment for site preparation and utility extensions at Triangle North. Other key actions included awarding a $159,667 contract for DSS office alterations and setting the Sheriff's salary. The Board also passed a resolution supporting state-level pay increases for juvenile justice staff.

• Approved $5.1M in undesignated funds for water/sewer extensions at Triangle North (Unanimous)
• Awarded $159,667 contract to Vance Construction Company for DSS Child Support Services interior alterations (Unanimous)
• Established Sheriff's salary at $104,260 retroactive to December 5, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution supporting pay increases for Division of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention staff (Unanimous)
• Approved commissioner assignments to various boards, committees, and liaisons (Unanimous)
• Reappointed David T. Smith and Dawn Omokunde to Granville Health System Board of Trustees (Unanimous)
• Reappointed Blaine Holmes, Neil Gresham, and Byron Currin to Citizens Advisory Committee for Environmental Affairs (Unanimous)
• Reappointed Lynn Allred and Anne Payne to Library System Board of Trustees (Unanimous)