Rowan County, NC

Board of Commissioners

Board of Commissioners

Board of Commissioners

Board of Commissioners

Board of Commissioners

Board of Commissioners

Board of Commissioners

The Rowan County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting with a large consent agenda covering budget amendments, grants, contracts, and equipment purchases. The regular agenda includes a data center expert presentation, quasi-judicial and legislative hearings on zoning and ordinance amendments, and a financial report.

• Data Center Expert Presentation
• Quasi-Judicial Hearing for SUP 04-26: Hinkle
• Public Hearing for Ordinance Text Amendment
• Legislative Hearing for ZTA 02-26: Katherine Ross
• Legislative Hearing for SNIA 02-26: Piedmont Baptist Church

Board of Commissioners

The Rowan County Board of Commissioners will meet on August 3, 2026, to approve a consent agenda including budget amendments, lease agreements, and contracts. The meeting includes public hearings on an ordinance text amendment and a road name change for Narnia Lane.

• Airfield Lighting Rehabilitation – Mid-Carolina Regional Airport contract approval (dollar amount not specified)
• Budget Amendments including FTA Section 5310 Grant Funds for Rowan Transit ($ not specified)
• Amendment #3 - Town of Landis EMS Lease
• Amendment #2 - Millers Ferry Fire EMS Lease
• Public Hearing for Ordinance Text Amendment

The Rowan County Board of Commissioners approved the amended agenda and consent agenda, which included budget amendments, contracts, and leases. A public hearing for a road name change to Narnia Lane was held and approved. The board also entered closed session for minutes and property acquisition.

• Approved agenda as amended (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda as amended (5-0)
• Approved road name change petition for Narnia Lane (5-0)
• Entered closed session for minutes and property acquisition (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Rowan County Board of Commissioners will review a consent agenda that includes budget amendments, contracts, grants, and policy updates. They will hold public hearings on a data center moratorium and a road name change for Old Crow Lane. The meeting also includes consideration of a water rate change, a donation project for a Sloan Park pickleball court, and a resolution allowing retiring officers to purchase service sidearms.

• Water Rate Change (item V)
• BOC Approval Request – Sloan Park Pickleball Court Donation Project (item Y)
• Resolution for retiring officers to purchase service sidearms (item AA)
• Public Hearing – Data Center Moratorium (Regular Agenda A)
• Public Hearing – Road Name Change – Old Crow Lane (Regular Agenda B)

The Board approved a lease proposal for the USDA at the Rowan Community Center and a related architectural contract. They also appointed several members to various county boards and commissions and accepted a road name change. A public hearing was held regarding the data center moratorium to gather resident input on future zoning.

• Authorized USDA lease proposal and $34,500 contract with WM2A Architects (5-0)
• Approved road name change to Old Crow Lane (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including budget amendments for Animal Services ($3,890) and Airport hangar purchase ($55,000) (5-0)
• Appointed 8 members to the Community Technology Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Appointed Valerie Steel to the Dangerous Dog Appeals Board and Historic Landmarks Commission (5-0)
• Appointed Carla Johnston and Matthew Marsh to the Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (5-0)
• Approved Termination of Lease and Release agreement with Lisa’s Hair Salon (4-0)
• Waived residency requirement for Damien Akelman and term limit for Carla Johnston (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Rowan County Board of Commissioners will meet on July 8, 2026. The board will consider a Special Operations Use Permit application submitted by Bible Missionary Baptist Church. No other agenda items are listed beyond standard procedural matters.

• Special Operations Use Permit – Bible Missionary Baptist Church

The Rowan County Board of Commissioners met in a special session and voted 5-0 to approve the agenda. The board then voted 5-0 to approve a Special Operations Use Permit for a fireworks display sponsored by Bible Missionary Baptist Church, scheduled for July 11, 2026, at the church on Old Concord Road. The permit was recommended by the Fire Marshal's Office, and the applicant met all liability insurance requirements. The meeting adjourned at 4:07 p.m.

• Approved the agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved Special Operations Use Permit for fireworks display by Bible Missionary Baptist Church (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 4:07 p.m. (5-0)

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Board of Commissioners

The board will vote on the FY2026-2027 budget and schedule a public hearing for a proposed data center moratorium. A lengthy consent agenda includes budget amendments, contract awards, grant applications, and donations. The meeting also includes a closed session for economic development and personnel matters.

• FY2026-2027 budget approval
• Public hearing for data center moratorium scheduled for July 20
• Blue Cross Blue Shield agreement renewal for FY27
• Contract 26352 for Dan Nicholas Park train project
• Ratify donation to Sheriff's Office for K9 kennel (Officer Maggie)

The Rowan County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the FY 2026-2027 budget, including the General Fund (Fund 101) with amendments and all other funds (201, 202, 204, 206, 501, 601, 603, 605, 701, 702, 703). The board also approved a 40-item consent agenda covering contracts, grants, and policy changes, and held a closed session for personnel, economic development, and legal matters. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved FY27 General Fund budget with amendments (5-0)
• Approved Fire District Fund 201 (5-0)
• Approved Emergency Telephone System Fund 202 (5-0)
• Approved Farmland Preservation Fund 204 with language update (5-0)
• Approved Opioid Settlement Fund 206 (5-0)
• Approved Risk Management Fund 501 (5-0)
• Approved Landfill Fund 601 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda with 40 items including Dan Nicholas Park train contract and EMS consultant contract (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Rowan County Board of Commissioners will discuss and receive public input on the FY 2027 proposed budget. Additional agenda items include a public hearing on the EDC “Project Rack,” road‑naming hearings for Buttercup Lane and Cabin Drive, and a legislative hearing on a land‑development proposal. The meeting also contains a consent agenda with various contracts, proclamations, and policy updates.

• Public Hearing for FY 2027 Proposed Budget
• Public Hearing & Executive Summary – EDC “Project Rack”
• Road Naming Public Hearing – Buttercup Lane
• Road Naming Public Hearing – Cabin Drive
• Legislative Hearing – Morgan Land Development LLC (Z 03‑26)

The Board unanimously approved the agenda and the consent agenda, which contained multiple budget adjustments and proclamations. It voted 4‑0 to approve a three‑year Level 1 grant for Project Rack and to submit a $150,000 One NC grant application. Commissioners agreed to postpone adoption of the FY 2027 budget until a later June meeting for further review. No other motions were adopted.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda items, including budget amendments and proclamations (4-0)
• Approved Level 1 grant for Project Rack (3‑year term) (4-0)
• Approved submittal of $150,000 One NC grant application (4-0)
• Delayed FY 2027 budget adoption pending further review (consensus)
• Recognized America 250 essay contest winners (ceremonial)
• Approved animal services transport van replacement request ($55,000) – not adopted (discussion only)
• Discussed zoning amendment for watershed regulations (no vote)

Board of Commissioners

The Rowan County Board of Commissioners will consider approval of a consent agenda containing budget amendments, contracts, and grants. Regular agenda items include a quasi-judicial hearing for a special use permit, a resolution requesting legislative support for assuming Kannapolis extraterritorial jurisdiction, and the FY 2026-2027 proposed budget. A public hearing on the budget is scheduled for June 1, 2026.

• FY 2026-2027 Proposed Budget (public hearing set June 1)
• Resolution requesting legislative support for assuming Kannapolis ETJ
• Quasi-judicial hearing for SUP 03-26 (Morgan Land Development)
• Award of consultant services for Land Development Code — Inspire Placemaking Collective, Inc.
• Sole source contract with Naval Surface Warfare Center FY26-31

The Board voted 4‑0 to approve the amended agenda and the consent agenda. The consent agenda included multiple budget transfers, notably $3,762,056 for the Train Project and $330,000 for a Therapeutic Recreation project. The Board also adopted a proclamation recognizing Emergency Medical Services Week 2026. A quasi‑judicial hearing on a canine training and boarding facility was reconvened, with no final decision recorded.

• Approved amended agenda (4‑0)
• Approved consent agenda (4‑0)
• Transferred $3,762,056 from GF to CP fund for Train Project (consent agenda)
• Transferred $330,000 from GF to CP fund for Therapeutic Recreation Project (consent agenda)
• Approved $330,000 Edifice Contract for concourse main renovation Phase 5 (consent agenda)
• Approved $10,000 Health department PDO Grant award (consent agenda)
• Adopted proclamation recognizing Emergency Medical Services Week 2026 (4‑0)
• Reconvened quasi‑judicial hearing on canine training and boarding facility (no vote recorded)

Board of Commissioners

The Rowan County Board of Commissioners will consider approving a consent agenda containing over 20 items, including a second reading of a moratorium ordinance for data centers and a revised purchase agreement with Fortius Capital Partners. Regular agenda items include a non-public safety pay study presentation, updates on Vaya Health and the opioid settlement, a public hearing on naming a road 'Calebs Promise Way', and a design update for the Dan Nicholas Park train. The meeting will conclude with a closed session under attorney-client privilege.

• Second reading of moratorium ordinance for data centers
• Fortius Capital Partners revised purchase agreement and amended economic development agreement
• Award of contract for RCC Concourse & Exterior Signage – Holden (2026-008)
• Public hearing on road naming – Calebs Promise Way
• Non-public safety pay study presentation

The Rowan County Board of Commissioners voted 3-0 to approve the meeting agenda. They also approved the consent agenda, which included multiple budget amendments and fund transfers, by a 3-0 vote. Finally, the Board adopted a proclamation honoring the Salisbury High School boys basketball team, also by a 3-0 vote.

• Approved meeting agenda (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda items, including budget amendments and fund transfers (3-0)
• Approved $19,575 Soil & Water Transfer funds for PT to FT employee S&B (3-0)
• Approved $13,000 Planning funds to cover FY26 fines & fees (3-0)
• Approved $4,400 Sheriff funds for BearCat gun mount purchase (3-0)
• Approved $14,200 Parks & Rec funds for sheriff security at Autumn Jubilee (3-0)
• Approved proclamation honoring Salisbury High School boys basketball team (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider a consent agenda covering budget amendments, grant approvals, contract changes, and other routine items. In regular session, they will hold legislative hearings on a proposed moratorium for data centers and a zoning amendment, discuss a fare increase for Rowan Transit System, and receive an update on opioid settlement funds. Public comment will also be heard.

• Legislative hearing to consider moratorium on data centers
• Legislative hearing for zoning case Z 01-26/SNIA 01-26
• Proposed fare increase for Rowan Transit System (discussion)
• Award of inmate automated tracking system to Guardian RFID (consent)
• Contract change for Mid-Carolina Airport corporate and box hangars project (consent)

The Board approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included budget amendments, grant approvals, and two agenda additions for grant applications, each with a 5‑0 vote. It then adopted a resolution establishing the Rowan County Community Technology Advisory Committee, adding the school system CTO and community college CIO to its membership, also by a 5‑0 vote. No other substantive motions were taken.

• Approved the agenda as amended (5-0)
• Approved the consent agenda items, including budget amendments and grant approvals (5-0)
• Approved PARTF Grant Application (Consent Item U) (5-0)
• Approved request to apply for Veterans Treatment Court and Adult Treatment Court grants (Consent Item V) (5-0)
• Adopted resolution establishing the Community Technology Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Added Rowan‑Salisbury School System CTO and Rowan‑Cabarrus Community College CIO to committee membership (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Rowan County Board of Commissioners will meet on April 6, 2026, to consider a consent agenda including budget amendments, change orders for county projects, and approval of an opioid settlement agreement. The meeting also includes public hearings on a road name change, zoning matters, and special recognitions such as Public Health Week and Child Abuse Prevention Month.

• Approving an opioid settlement agreement
• Second reading for Capital Project Ordinance: Project 25 Public Safety Radio Communications Systems Enhancements – Motorola
• Request for approval of a $25,000 sign-on bonus for a veterinarian position
• Legislative hearings for zoning cases Z 01-26/SNIA 01-26 and Z 02-26
• Public hearing for road name change to Wizard Way

The Rowan County Board of Commissioners approved converting the part-time Conservation Easement Specialist to full-time and committing local matching funds to the NC Agricultural Growth Zones Program to leverage state funding for agricultural conservation easements. The board also approved a $4.47 million contract for hauling dirt to the landfill, a rezoning and SNIA permit for the Mooresville Motorsports Complex, and a conditional district modification for a property on Bringle Ferry Road. Several proclamations and appointments were approved, and a public hearing on the motorsports complex was recessed to April 20.

• Approved converting Conservation Easement Specialist to full-time and committing matching funds for Agricultural Growth Zones (3-1)
• Awarded $4,472,280.08 contract to Zoladz Construction for landfill dirt hauling (4-0)
• Approved rezoning and SNIA for Mooresville Motorsports Complex, recessed hearing to April 20 (4-0)
• Approved Z 02-26 conditional district modification for Bringle Ferry Road property (4-0)
• Approved road name change to Wizard Way (4-0)
• Approved proclamations for Public Health Week, Child Abuse Prevention Month, and Telecommunicators Week (4-0 each)
• Approved multiple board appointments and accepted a resignation (4-0)
• Granted easement to Town of Cleveland for Mimosa Street widening (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Rowan County Board of Commissioners will meet to review a statement of work for Project 25 Public Safety Radio Communications Systems Enhancements. The board will also consider a consent agenda featuring budget amendments, property use requests, and various equipment purchases.

• Project 25 Public Safety Radio Communications Systems Enhancements with Motorola
• Master Agreement for Therapeutic Recreation Facilities site selection and design with LandDesign
• Purchase of new 800 MHZ Mobile Radios for Rowan Transit System
• Repair of Cat 826K 2019 Compactor at the landfill via Carolina CAT
• Scheduling of legislative hearings for Z 01-26/SNIA 01-26 and Z 02-26

The Rowan County Board of Commissioners approved a $5,364,138.60 contract with Motorola for the next phase of the Public Safety Radio Communications Enhancements project, along with a budget amendment and capital project ordinance. The board also accepted a $456,435.94 donation to Animal Services and approved the consent agenda, which included budget amendments and a Duke Energy easement for a hangar expansion. During public comment, residents raised concerns about a potential data center on Long Ferry Road, and Chairman Edds clarified that no deal or negotiations are currently in place.

• Authorized County Manager to execute Motorola SOW for radio system upgrade, not to exceed $5,364,138.60 (3-0)
• Approved budget amendment for radio system project (3-0)
• Approved Capital Project Ordinance for radio system project (3-0)
• Accepted $456,435.94 donation to Animal Services (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda as amended, including budget amendments and Duke Energy easement (3-0)
• Approved agenda as amended (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Rowan County Board of Commissioners is holding a retreat to discuss and prioritize multiple county topics, including the budget, teacher supplements, capital improvement plans, and updates from various departments. No formal votes are scheduled; the meeting is primarily for discussion and information sharing.

• Discussion of teacher supplements and school capital projects for Kannapolis, Rowan-Salisbury, and Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
• Update on capital improvement plan and projects under construction
• EMS needs assessment and Quick Response Vehicle budget update
• Parks & Recreation capital needs at Dan Nicholas Park and therapeutic recreation board update
• Veterans Service update and Health Department updates

The Rowan County Board of Commissioners held its annual planning retreat, receiving updates on county departments and capital needs. No formal votes were taken on funding, but commissioners identified their top priorities for the upcoming fiscal year budget: teacher supplements and Emergency Services, each receiving 4 votes. The board also heard that departmental requests total $345 million against an expected $216 million in revenue, leaving a $138 million gap.

• Prioritized Teacher Supplement and Emergency Services for FY27 budget (4 votes each)
• Prioritized Rowan-Salisbury Schools Capacity Needs, Parks and Recreation Repairs, and RCCC Automotive Building (1 vote each)
• Adjourned retreat 4-0
• No formal funding decisions made; budget adoption scheduled for July 1

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding a Rowan Transit System fare increase and revisions to the Personnel Ordinance. The body will also consider a quasi-judicial hearing for SUP 01-26 and a road name change. Other business includes budget amendments and library fee changes.

• Public hearing for FY27 Rowan Transit System fare increase
• Public hearing for proposed revisions to Personnel Ordinance
• Public hearing for road name change: Three Forks Drive and Jacob Bost Road
• Quasi-judicial hearing for SUP 01-26 (Kevin Settineri)
• FY27 library fee changes and nonresident annual library fee

The Rowan County Board of Commissioners approved a special use permit for a 6,560-square-foot expansion of the Camp Furry Friends dog boarding kennel at 2230 Old Union Church Road, consolidating existing operations into a new facility. The board also approved road name changes for Three Forks Drive and Jacob Bost Road, revisions to the Personnel Ordinance, and the FY25 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. A proposed fare increase for the Rowan Transit System was tabled until the April 20, 2026 meeting.

• Approved SUP 01-26 for 6,560 sq ft kennel expansion at 2230 Old Union Church Rd (4-0)
• Approved road name changes for Three Forks Drive and Jacob Bost Road (4-0)
• Tabled Rowan Transit System fare increase discussion until April 20, 2026 (4-0)
• Approved proposed Personnel Ordinance revisions (4-0)
• Approved FY25 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report with clean audit opinion (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $4.5M municipal tax payments and $1.65M progressive pay transfer (4-0)
• Made four board appointments and accepted one resignation (4-0)
• Approved FY27 Federal Appropriations Funding Requests as consent agenda item (4-0)

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The Board of Commissioners will discuss the Coughenour property purchase and a resolution for RCCC GO bonds. The meeting includes public hearings regarding North Hills Christian School and an incentive request for 'Project Paddock'.

• Public hearing for North Hills Christian School
• Public hearing and incentive request for Rowan EDC 'Project Paddock'
• Approval of Coughenour property purchase and associated budget amendment
• Request to set public hearing for FY27 fare increase
• Approval of RCCC GO Bond Resolution

The Rowan County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution authorizing the issuance and sale of approximately $45 million in general obligation bonds for Rowan-Cabarrus Community College capital projects (4-1). The board also approved a Level 1 Investment Grant for Project Paddock, a manufacturing expansion expected to create 25 jobs and invest $32 million, and approved a resolution supporting up to $18 million in revenue bonds for North Hills Christian School. Numerous consent agenda items, board appointments, and a property purchase were also approved.

• Approved RCCC GO Bond Resolution for ~$45M (4-1, Pierce opposed)
• Approved Level 1 Grant to Project Paddock for 40% of new taxes over 5 years (5-0)
• Approved resolution supporting up to $18M in PFA bonds for North Hills Christian School (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 0.231-acre parcel from Paul Coughenour for $5,000 plus $10 recording fee (5-0)
• Approved RCC storage building project to go out to bid, including partition wall alternate (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda with 30+ items including budget amendments, grants, and change orders (4-0)
• Approved adding two ex officio commissioner seats to Agriculture Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Approved Womble Bond Dickinson contract increase from $80,000 to $135,000 (5-0)

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Board of Commissioners

The Rowan County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda with budget amendments, contracts, and grant applications, and hold public hearings on a zoning text amendment (ZTA 02-25) by NC Salisbury, LLC, updates to the hazardous materials ordinance, and fire code ordinance text amendments. The board will also review a financial report and enter closed session to consult with an attorney. Note: the school bond discussion was removed from the agenda.

• Legislative hearing for ZTA 02-25 – NC Salisbury, LLC (rezoning)
• Public hearing on Hazardous Materials Ordinance update
• Public hearing on Fire Code Ordinance text amendments
• RFQ authorization for services for property selection and design of an accessible recreation facility for adults with disabilities
• Work order with First Tryon and agreement with McGuire Woods for 2026 GO Bond

The Rowan County Board of Commissioners approved a text amendment allowing nonresidential rooftop solar installations in the airport zone overlay, subject to anti-reflective coating, glare analysis, and periodic testing requirements. The board also approved updates to the Hazardous Materials Ordinance, fire code text amendments, a consent agenda with 22 items, and an engagement letter for legal services regarding the John Rink Trust. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved ZTA 02-25 allowing nonresidential rooftop solar in airport zone overlay (5-0)
• Approved updates to Hazardous Materials Ordinance (5-0)
• Approved Fire Code Ordinance text amendments to adopt current state edition (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda with 22 items including budget amendments, RFQ authorization, and road name change public hearing (5-0)
• Approved engagement letter with Johnston Allison Hord Law Firm for John Rink Trust, with budget amendment up to $75,000 (5-0)
• Approved agenda as amended, removing School Bond Discussion and adding Fountainworks scope of work (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda including budget amendments, compensation studies, and the approval of contracts for telecommunications HVAC systems and gas fire protection. The meeting also includes public comment and the scheduling of a legislative hearing.

• Award/Approve Compensation Study - Pontifex Consulting Group
• Award/Approve Gas Fire Protection Project - Holden Building Co.
• Award/Approve Telecommunications HVAC System—Sylvester & Cockrum
• Text Amendments to Hazardous Materials Ordinance
• Text Amendment to Fire Code Ordinance

The Rowan County Board of Commissioners approved a $1,343,250 contract with Chance Rides, LLC to design and build two custom electric trains for Dan Nicholas Park, along with a $37,778 contract for track survey and design. The board also approved a consent agenda with numerous budget amendments, appointments, and recognitions, and entered closed session for legal consultation.

• Approved $1,343,250 contract with Chance Rides for two park trains (5-0)
• Approved $37,778 contract with CESI for train track survey and design (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda with 30 items including budget amendments and contracts (5-0)
• Approved proclamation honoring Chaplain Michael Taylor (5-0)
• Set annual planning retreat for March 16, 2026 (5-0)
• Made multiple board appointments to committees and fire departments (5-0)
• Approved $80,000 legal services engagement with Womble Bond Dickinson (5-0)