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Iredell CountyNC averageUS Census ACS
Population
191,800
Per-capita income
$43,261
Median home value
$292,300
Bachelor's or higher
33%
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👤 Members & officials (16)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Recreation Advisory Board

Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances
Total revenue$614.0M (FY2023)
Total spending$576.5M (FY2023)
Taxes$235.0M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$173.5M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$3,003 (FY2023)
🗳️ Election results (1 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
IREDELL COUNTY County Commission 2024-11-05
Gene Houpe ✓ 61,991 · Melissa Neader ✓ 60,808 · Scottie Brown ✓ 57,169 · Beverly Maurice 31,473 · Bryan Adams 26,882

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Wed Sep 2, 2026

Planning Board

Planning Board to review Allen staff report

The Iredell County Planning Board is meeting to review a staff report for case 2609-1 (Allen). The agenda contains only this item, with no other business listed.

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1. Agenda Documents: PB AGENDA SEPT 2026.PDF 1.1. Staff Report Documents: 2609-1_ALLEN_PB STAFF REPORT.PDF
Thu Sep 17, 2026

Zoning Board of Adjustment

Zoning Board to hear cases, including Mayes case with added documents

The Iredell County Zoning Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider agenda items, including staff reports and a case involving Mayes, for which additional documents have been provided. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals detailed in the text.

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1. Agenda Documents: BOA AGENDA SEPT 2026.PDF 1.1. Staff Report Documents: 260917-1 STAFF REPORT.PDF 1.1.i. Staff Report Documents: 260917-2 STAFF REPORT.PDF 1.1.1.1. Additional Documents For Mayes Case Documents: ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS.PDF

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Wed Aug 5, 2026

Planning Board

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1. Agenda Documents: PB AGENDA AUG 2026.PDF 1.1. Staff Report Documents: 2608-1_BRADY_PB STAFF REPORT.PDF
Wed Jul 15, 2026

Technical Review Committee

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1. Agenda Documents: TRC AGENDA JULY 2026.PDF 1.1. Staff Report Documents: TRC STAFF REPORT 07.15.2026.PDF
Wed Jul 1, 2026

Planning Board

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1. Agenda Documents: PB AGENDA JULY 2026.PDF 1.|. Staff Report Documents: 2607-1_GOODMAN_PB STAFF REPORT.PDF 1.1.i. BoC Staff Report Documents: 2607-1_GOODMAN_BOC STAFF REPORT.PDF
Thu May 21, 2026

Zoning Board of Adjustment

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1. Agenda Documents: BOA AGENDA MAY 2026.PDF 1.1. Staff Report Documents: 260521-1 STAFF REPORT.PDF
Wed May 20, 2026

Technical Review Committee

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1. Agenda Documents: TRC AGENDA MAY 2026.PDF 1.1. Staff Report Documents: TRC STAFF REPORT 05.20.2026.PDF
Wed May 6, 2026

Planning Board

Iredell County Planning Board to review McCann and GrantSpeaks reports

The Planning Board is meeting to review staff reports regarding McCann and GrantSpeaks. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the May 6, 2026, session.

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1. Agenda Documents: PB AGENDA MAY 2026. PDF 1. Staff Report Documents: 2605-1_MCCANN_PB STAFF REPORT.POF 1.11, BoC Staff Report Documents: 2605-1_MCCANN_BOC STAFF REPORT.PDF 41.Lii. Staff Report Documents: 2605-2_GRANTSPEAKS_PB STAFF REPORT.PDF 4.Lii.1, BoC Staff Report Documents: 2605-2_GRANTSPEAKS_BOC STAFF REPORT.POF 4Lii.1.1. 5 6 2026 PB Minutes Documents: 5 6 2026 PB MINUTES.PDF
Thu Apr 16, 2026

Zoning Board of Adjustment

Zoning Board meeting agenda items are procedural documents only

The Iredell County Zoning Board of Adjustment will receive a staff agenda, two staff reports (260416-1 and 260416-2), and an addendum. The agenda lists only the document titles and does not specify any rezoning proposals, contracts, or fee changes. No substantive items are detailed for discussion or decision.

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1. Agenda Documents: BOA AGENDA APRIL 2026.POF 1.1 Staff Report Documents: 260416-1 STAFF REPORT.PDF 111i. Staff Report Documents: 260416-2 STAFF REPORT.POF 4111. Addendum, Documents: ADDENDUM.POF
Wed Apr 15, 2026

Technical Review Committee

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1. Agenda Documents: TRC AGENDA APRIL 2026.PDF 1.1. Staff Report Documents: TRC STAFF REPORT 04.15.2026.PDF
Thu Apr 9, 2026

Farmland Preservation Advisory Board

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1. Agenda Documents: FARMLAND APRIL 2026 AGENDA.PDF
Thu Apr 2, 2026

Recreation Advisory Board

Fairgrounds parking project construction to begin April 27

The Recreation Advisory Board reviewed staff reports on park maintenance, sports league activity, and recreation center membership. The board discussed ongoing field space shortages and upcoming community events.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously accepted the March 5, 2026 meeting minutes

The Recreation Advisory Board approved the minutes from the March 5, 2026 meeting after a motion by Barb Thorson and a second by Lauren Munro; the motion passed unanimously. The board then adjourned the meeting following a motion to dismiss by Jane Laney, seconded by Chris Moroch. No other substantive decisions or votes were recorded in this meeting.

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P a g e 1 | 7 Iredell County Parks & Recreation Department Recreation Advisory Board Meeting Iredell Parks & Recreation Admin House, 123 Grannis Lane, Statesville, NC April 2, 2026 – 7:00 PM MINUTES Members Present: Jeff Cheek (Chairman), Commissioner Scottie Brown, Lauren Munro, Chris Moroch, Barb Thorson, Leonard Campbell, Chris Montross, Jane Laney Members Absent: Joseph Cooke (Vice-Chair), Bobby Deal, Priscilla Holmes Staff: Daniel Leatherman (Director), Stacy McGlamery (Administrative Specialist), Micah Deane (Parks Grounds Manager) Meeting recording is unavailable. Minutes are based on written notes taken during the meeting. Jeff Cheek called the meeting to order and thanked everyone for coming. There were no requests to speak. Micah Deane gave the manager update for the month. ▪ Able to rent a chipper to clean up the parks from heavy pruning or down trees. Still have a few to haul off in the next coming weeks. ▪ Started mulch in the parks. Working with Facility Services for blown-in mulch at Jennings and Stumpy ▪ With restructuring in the division, certain tasks are given to individuals to ensure completion or help cleanliness in parks. ▪ Will start our first round of Bermuda fertilizing with Holganix in the next two weeks depending on temps followed by a light fertilizer at the end of the month. Commissioner Brown asked if the department heard an update on Stumpy Creek fields. This item is still in the county administration’s ha …
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P a g e 1 | 7 Iredell County Parks & Recreation Department Recreation Advisory Board Meeting Iredell Parks & Recreation Admin House, 123 Grannis Lane, Statesville, NC April 2, 2026 – 7:00 PM MINUTES Members Present: Jeff Cheek (Chairman), Commissioner Scottie Brown, Lauren Munro, Chris Moroch, Barb Thorson, Leonard Campbell, Chris Montross, Jane Laney Members Absent: Joseph Cooke (Vice-Chair), Bobby Deal, Priscilla Holmes Staff: Daniel Leatherman (Director), Stacy McGlamery (Administrative Specialist), Micah Deane (Parks Grounds Manager) Meeting recording is unavailable. Minutes are based on written notes taken during the meeting. Jeff Cheek called the meeting to order and thanked everyone for coming. There were no requests to speak. Micah Deane gave the manager update for the month. ▪ Able to rent a chipper to clean up the parks from heavy pruning or down trees. Still have a few to haul off in the next coming weeks. ▪ Started mulch in the parks. Working with Facility Services for blown-in mulch at Jennings and Stumpy ▪ With restructuring in the division, certain tasks are given to individuals to ensure completion or help cleanliness in parks. ▪ Will start our first round of Bermuda fertilizing with Holganix in the next two weeks depending on temps followed by a light fertilizer at the end of the month. Commissioner Brown asked if the department heard an update on Stumpy Creek fields. This item is still in the county administration’s ha …
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Wed Apr 1, 2026

Planning Board

Planning Board meeting includes staff reports and minutes review

The Iredell County Planning Board will consider a staff report, a Board of Commissioners staff report, and review the April 2026 meeting minutes. No other agenda items are listed.

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1. Agenda Documents: PB AGENDA APRIL 2026.PDF 1.1 Staff Report Documents: 2604-1_JOHNSON_PB STAFF REPORT.POF 4.Li, BoC Staff Report Documents: 2604-1_JOHNSON_BOC STAFF REPORT.PDF 4111. 41 2026 PB Minutes Documents: 41 2026 PB MINUTES.PDF
Thu Mar 19, 2026

Zoning Board of Adjustment

Iredell County Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for March 19, 2026

The agenda consists of procedural documents and staff reports. No specific decisions, projects, or public hearings are detailed in the provided text.

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1. Agenda Documents: BOA AGENDA MARCH 2026.PDF 1.1 Staff Report Documents: 260319-1 STAFF REPORT.PDF 111i. Staff Report Documents: 260319-2 STAFF REPORT.POF 4.111. 319 2026 BoA Minutes Documents: 319 2026 BOA MINUTES.PDF
Wed Mar 18, 2026

Technical Review Committee

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1. Agenda Documents: TRC AGENDA MARCH 2026.PDF 1.1. Staff Report Documents: TRC STAFF REPORT 03.18.2026.PDF
Thu Mar 5, 2026

Recreation Advisory Board

Board will review the FY27 budget overview for county recreation programs

The Recreation Advisory Board will consider and approve the February 5, 2026 meeting minutes, hear staff and park reports, receive updates on projects such as Jennings Park, and review the FY27 budget overview. Old business includes project updates and bylaws. New business focuses on the FY27 budget overview.

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✓ Decided: Recreation Advisory Board unanimously accepted February 5 minutes

The board voted to accept the minutes from the February 5, 2026 meeting, with the motion passing unanimously. No other formal actions, approvals, or denials were recorded. The remainder of the meeting consisted of program updates, staffing changes, and upcoming event announcements.

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Recreation Advisory Board Meeting Iredell County Parks & Recreation www.iredellparksandrec.com AGENDA March 5, 2026 @ 7:00 pm Iredell County Park & Recreation Admin Office 123 Grannis Lane, Statesville, NC 1. Welcome 2. Request to Speak 3. Division Manager presentation a. James Huffman, Recreation Center Manager 4. Approval of February 5, 2026, Minutes 5. RAB Report / Staff & Park Reports 6. Old Business a. Project Updates (Jennings Park et. al.) b. Bylaws 7. New Business a. FY27 budget overview 8. Adjourn Next Meeting – Thursday, April 2, 2026 Iredell County Parks & Recreation Admin Office 123 Grannis Lane, Statesville, NC (unless otherwise posted)
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P a g e 1 | 16 Iredell County Parks & Recreation Department Recreation Advisory Board Meeting Iredell Parks & Recreation Admin House, 123 Grannis Lane, Statesville, NC March 5, 2026 – 7:00 PM MINUTES Members Present: Joseph Cooke (Vice-Chair), Lauren Munro, Barb Thorson, Jane Laney, Chris Moroch, Leonard Campbell Members Absent: Jeff Cheek (Chair), Commissioner Scottie Brown, Bobby Deal, Priscilla Holmes, Chris Montross Staff: Daniel Leatherman (Director), Jacob Wentink (Assistant Director), Stacy McGlamery (Administrative Specialist), James Huffman (Rec Center Manager) Meeting recording is unavailable. Minutes are based on written notes taken during the meeting. Vice-Chair Joseph Cooke welcomed everyone and called the meeting to order. There were no requests to speak. James Huffman, Recreation Center Manager, gave the division update for the month. RAB Update – James Huffman 3/5/2026 Review since 1/1/2026 • The members’ response to our reengagement of the fitness center continues to be overwhelmingly positive. • 170 annual memberships took part in the January membership special. o 62 brand new memberships were registered in January. • I took and passed the Aquatic Facility Operator certification. • 6 lifeguards are returning from last season. I interviewed 6 lifeguards and all have accepted offer. • The new tracking method for Front Desk Attendant duties is running smoothly. • 121 people participated in the February Fitness Challe …
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Wed Feb 18, 2026

Technical Review Committee

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1. Agenda Documents: TRC AGENDA FEBRUARY 2026.PDF 1.1. Staff Report Documents: TRC STAFF REPORT 02.18.2026.PDF
Thu Feb 5, 2026

Recreation Advisory Board

Recreation Advisory Board to hear request for new park near Langtree Road

The Recreation Advisory Board will review program metrics and project updates, including Jennings Park. Resident Jennifer Lawrence has requested to speak regarding the need for a county park and crosswalk near Langtree Road in Mooresville.

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✓ Decided: Recreation Advisory Board met, provided updates but made no formal decisions

The board heard a public comment from resident Jennifer Lawrence requesting crosswalks, sidewalks and a new park near Langtree Road. Staff presented monthly updates on programs, staffing and upcoming events. The board welcomed Chris Montross to the board and noted an offer was made for a vacant Parks Grounds Specialist position. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

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Recreation Advisory Board Meeting Iredell County Parks & Recreation www.iredellparksandrec.com February 5, 2026 @ 7:00 pm Iredell County Park & Recreation Admin Office 123 Grannis Lane, Statesville, NC Agenda 1. Welcome 2. Request to Speak a. Jennifer Lawrence 3. Division Manager presentation a. Austin Setzer, Sports Events & Facilities Manager 4. Approval of January 8, 2026, meeting minutes 5. Staff & Park Reports a. Program Metrics 6. Old Business a. Project Updates (Jennings Park et. al.) 7. New Business a. Bylaws committee 8. Adjourn Next Meeting – Thursday, March 5, 2026 Iredell County Parks & Recreation Admin Office 123 Grannis Lane, Statesville, NC (unless otherwise posted) From: Jennifer Lawrence <jenandshane@att.net> Sent: Tuesday, January 27, 2026 1:47 PM To: ICPRD <ICPRD@iredellcountync.gov> Subject: Public Comment Request at Recreation Advisory Board Meeting Hello recreation advisory board members-- As a resident of Mooresville living outside of the Mooresville city limits, I would like to ask about the possibility of adding a county park in the southern end of Iredell county. Our home is just off of Langtree Road, where there is a lot of growth, especially new townhomes being built, but no close proximity to a public park. I have noticed many residents walking for exercise in the area, but it can be a dangerous proposition with the busy road of Langtree where the speed limit is 45 …
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1 | 18 Iredell County Parks & Recreation Department Recreation Advisory Board Meeting Iredell Parks & Recreation Admin House, 123 Grannis Lane, Statesville, NC February 5, 2026 – 7:00 PM MINUTES Members Present: Jeff Cheek (Chairman), Joseph Cooke (Vice-Chair) Barb Thorson, , Lauren Munro, Jane Laney, Chris Montross, Bobby Deal, Priscilla Holmes Members Absent: Commissioner Scottie Brown, Leonard Campbell, Chris Moroch Staff: Daniel Leatherman (Director), Jacob Wentink (Assistant Director), Stacy McGlamery (Administrative Specialist), Micah Deane (Parks Grounds Manager) Others Present: Jennifer Lawrence Jeff welcomed everyone and called the meeting to order. Daniel introduced Jennifer Lawrence, who requested to speak to the board. Daniel reminded everyone that our meetings are open and the public is welcome to speak. Comments are to be taken under advisement of board members. Board members may take action. However, public comment periods are not intended to be a question-and-answer period. The board may also choose to follow up in other ways. We are thankful for citizens who reach out to improve recreation for our county. Jeff thanked Jennifer for coming to the meeting and ceded the floor to her: ROAD SAFETY AND PARK PROPOSAL FOR LANGTREE AREA Thank you for giving me a few minutes of your time tonight. My name is Jennifer Lawrence. As I mentioned in the email I sent to the board, I am a resident of Iredell County. I live just off of L …
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Wed Feb 4, 2026

Planning Board

Planning Board will review staff reports and meeting minutes

The Iredell County Planning Board meeting will consider several staff reports, including a Huffman report, a BoC report, and a short‑term rentals report. The board will also review the minutes from the February 2026 Planning Board meeting. No specific decisions or actions are detailed in the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approved rezoning of 42.65‑acre Taylorsville Hwy parcel to RA

The board voted 9‑0 to recommend approval of the zoning map amendment that changes the 42.65‑acre parcel at 4196 Taylorsville Highway from Light Manufacturing (M‑1) back to Residential Agricultural (RA). The motion also kept the 2045 Horizon Plan designation for the area as Employment Center‑Industrial/Flex/Office. A separate motion to recuse Lisa Meier from the Text Amendments discussion passed 8‑0. No vote was taken on the short‑term rental text amendment.

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1. Agenda Documents: PB AGENDA FEB 2026.PDF 41. Staff Report Documents: 2602-1_HUFFMAN_PB STAFF REPORT.PDF 1.11, BoC Staff Report Documents: 2602-1_HUFFMAN_BOC STAFF REPORT.PDF 4.1L. Short-Term Rentals Staff Report Documents: STR TEXT AMENDMENT_12192025_2ND PB FOR VOTE.POF 4JLi, 2.4 2026 PB Minutes Documents: 2.4 2026 PB MINUTES.POF
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Page | 1 IREDELL COUNTY PLANNING BOARD The Iredell County Planning Board met on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at 6 p.m. at the NC Cooperative Extension Center at 444 Bristol Drive in Statesville, NC. MEMBERS PRESENT STAFF PRESENT Kristi Pfeufer, Chair Matthew Todd Doug Holland, Vice-Chair Cindy Reavis Ronda Hoke Jake Lowman Raymond Burnette Lisa Valdez Lisa Meier Jerry Santoni Robert Palmes Richard Renegar MEMBERS ABSENT Andy Webster Tracy Jenkins Chair Pfeufer called the meeting to order. Ms. Meadows presented the following rezoning case: EXPLANATION OF THE REQUEST This is a request to rezone a parcel of land along Taylorsville Hwy, approximately 42.65 acres, from Light Manufacturing (M-1) back to Residential Agricultural (RA). This is a conventional request, with no additional agreed upon conditions presented at this time. OWNER/APPLICANT OWNER/APPLICANT: Amanda “Mandy” Huffman, Anchor Management Team, LLC Page | 2 PROPERTY INFORMATION ADDRESS/LOCATION: Adjoining 4196 Taylorsville Highway. More specifically, PIN: 4715093707.000. SURROUNDING LAND USE: Adjoining properties in all directions are still residential in nature, including a mix of various residential zoning districts. Rural Residential (RU- R) to the west, R-20 to the north northeast, and Residential Agricultural (RA) to the east and to the south. Commercial uses, Light Ma …
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Thu Jan 8, 2026

Recreation Advisory Board

Recreation Advisory Board to discuss NC Amateur Sports Grant

The Recreation Advisory Board will meet to review program metrics and project updates. The board is scheduled to discuss a North Carolina Amateur Sports Grant under new business.

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✓ Decided: Board elected Jeff Cheek as Chairman and Joseph Cooke as Vice-Chair

The board approved the corrected minutes from the December 4, 2025 meeting unanimously. It voted to bypass the nominations committee and then elected Jeff Cheek as Chairman and Joseph Cooke as Vice‑Chair, each by unanimous vote. The meeting was formally dismissed after a motion to adjourn passed unanimously.

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Recreation Advisory Board Meeting Iredell County Parks & Recreation www.iredellparksandrec.com January 8, 2026 @ 7:00 pm Iredell County Park & Recreation Admin Office 123 Grannis Lane, Statesville, NC 1. Welcome a. Introduction of members / staff 2. Request to Speak 3. Division Manager presentation a. Micah Deane, Parks Grounds Manager 4. Approval of December 4, 2025, Minutes 5. Staff & Park Reports a. Program Metrics 6. Old Business a. Project Updates (Jennings Park et. al.) 7. New Business a. NC Amateur Sports Grant 8. Adjourn Next Meeting – Thursday, February 5, 2026 Iredell County Parks & Recreation Admin Office 123 Grannis Lane, Statesville, NC (unless otherwise posted) Page 2
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P a g e 1 | 14 Iredell County Parks & Recreation Department Recreation Advisory Board Meeting Iredell Parks & Recreation Admin House, 123 Grannis Lane, Statesville, NC January 8, 2026 – 7:00 PM MINUTES Members Present: Jeff Cheek (Chairman), Joseph Cooke (Vice-Chair), Scottie Brown (Commissioner), Leonard Campbell, Jane Laney, Chris Montross, Chris Moroch, Lauren Munro, Barbara Thorson Members Absent: Bobby Deal, Priscilla Holmes Staff: Daniel Leatherman, Jacob Wentink, Stacy McGlamery, Micah Deane Jeff Cheek welcomed everyone and thanked them for serving on this board. This meeting is Chris Montross’ first meeting. Each person introduced themselves saying how long they had been on the board and the area of the county they reside. Staff said how long they had worked for Iredell County and their role in the department. Jacob announced to that Daniel has been elected President-Elect for the NCRPA, (North Carolina Recreation and Parks Association. Daniel was recognized at the Board of Commissioner’s meeting last night. There were no requests to speak. Micah Deane, Parks Grounds Manager, gave the manager’s report for the month. He talked about the contracted cleaning, automatic gates installed at park facilities and care of artificial turf at Jennings Park. A new Bobcat tractor was purchased under a state contract and staff have picked it up. It will enable staff to pick up pallets and, also, assist in trash pickup. Micah talked about increa …
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Wed Jan 7, 2026

Planning Board

✓ Decided: Board approved prior meeting minutes and scheduled a Jan 16 site visit

The Planning Board approved the November 5, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion by Vice‑Chair Holland, seconded by Mr. Burnette, with all members in favor. The board assigned a site‑visit for Friday, January 16, 2026. A short‑term‑rental text amendment was discussed for information only, with no formal action taken. No other business was considered.

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1. Agenda Documents: PB AGENDA JAN 2026.PDF 1.1. Staff Report Documents: STR TEXT AMENDMENT_12192025.PDF 1.Li. 17 2026 PB Minutes Documents: 17 2026 PB MINUTES.PDF
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Page | 1 IREDELL COUNTY PLANNING BOARD The Iredell County Plan ning Board met on Wednesday, January 7 , 202 6, at 6 p.m. in the Commissioners Meeting Room of the Iredell County Government Center (Old Courthouse) at 200 S. Center Street in Statesville, NC. MEMBERS PRESENT STAFF PRESENT Kristi Pfeufer, Chair Matthew Todd Doug Holland, Vice-Chair Cindy Reavis Ronda Hoke Jake Lowman Raymond Burnette Lisa Valdez Lisa Meier Jerry Santoni Robert Palmes Richard Renegar MEMBERS ABSENT Andy Webster Tracy Jenkins Chair Pfeufer called the meeting to order. Mr. Todd gave a brief description/background of where the county stands regarding when the County Commissioners, as well as this Board, adopted the Short-Term Rental regulations back in 2023. The process was lengthy, and a set of permit requirements/restrictions were adopted. After adoption, there was a lawsuit filed, and the county was told not to enforce the regulations as of January 1, 2024. Since then, nothing has happened. There were a handful of people that applied in 2023 right after adoption of the regulations, in preparation for implementation in January 2024. He introduced Lisa Valdez, County Attorney, to present the current Text Amendments. CONSIDERATION OF TEXT AMENDMENT S – SHORT-TERM RENTALS (For Information Only) minutes reflect the discussion by Board. Ms. Valdez gave a brief description of the staff report including changes /additions/deletions involving Short-Term rentals. …
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🌐 County-level context (Iredell County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration+3,269 people (+$129.0M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)12 ({&quot;Hurricane&quot;: 8, &quot;Snowstorm&quot;: 4, &quot;Tropical Storm&quot;: 3, &quot;Biolo · last Sat Jan 24, 2026)
Traffic fatalities27 (3 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments5,405 (80,234 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,387/mo (1,633 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy17.7% (low numeracy 28% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

City profile

Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.

$614.0M
Annual budget
$173.5M
Debt outstanding
1,835
Permitted housing units

The money — in

source: Census gov-finance & state comptroller

Budget

Revenue$614.0M
Spending$576.5M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.

Debt load MODERATE

Outstanding debt$173.5M
Debt-to-revenue0.28×
Debt-load index51 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.393
All kids
0.353
Black kids
0.299

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