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0200722 February 7, 2022 The Randolph County Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 6:00 p.m. in the 1909 Randolph County Historic Courthouse Meeting Room, 145 Worth Street, Asheboro, NC. Chairman Darrell Frye, Vice-Chairman David Allen, Commissioner Kenny Kidd, Commissioner Maxton McDowell, and Commissioner Hope Haywood were present. Also present were County Manager Hal Johnson, Assistant County Manager/Finance Officer Will Massie, County Attorney Ben Morgan, Deputy Clerk to the Board Sarah Pack, and Clerk to the Board Dana Crisco. Chaplain Michael Mabe from the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office gave the invocation and everyone recited the Pledge of Allegiance. The meeting was livestreamed on Facebook and YouTube. Public Comment Period Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 153A-52.1, Chairman Frye opened the floor for public comment and closed it after everyone wishing to speak had done so. County Attorney Ben Morgan read aloud the Public Comment Rules of Procedure. Bob Morrison, 1735 Viewmont Ct., Asheboro, urged the Board to remove the Confederate statue in front of the Courthouse. The cause of the Confederates should not be honored today. Virginia Wall, 348 Lindley Ave., Asheboro, wants the Confederate statue moved. She feels like it is a racist symbol. Dwain Roberts, 465 Rainbow Trl., Ramseur, read a Resolution from the North Carolina Division of the Sons of the Confederacy. He wants the statue to remain where it is. Kevin Price, 1819 Old Cedar Falls Rd., Asheboro, wants liberty and justice for all. He believes only the white citizens of Randolph County get liberty and justice. He wants the statue to be moved. Clyde Foust, Jr., 3746 Midway Acres Rd., Asheboro, wants everyone to work together and believes that Randolph County will come to a consensus. He does not want to see a reminder of a war to continue slavery. Chairman Frye said that there would be a vote by the Board on the issue of the statue. Consent Agenda On motion of McDowell, seconded by Kidd, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the Consent Agenda as presented, as follows:  approve Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes of January 3, 2022 and Special Meeting Minutes of January 10, 2022;  approve Budget Amendment – Leap into Science Grant ($1,000), as follows: 2021-2022 Budget Ordinance General Fund—Budget Amendment #30 Revenues Increase Decrease Miscellaneous Revenue $1,000 Appropriations Increase Decrease 2/7/22 Public Library $1,000  approve Budget Amendment – Mobile Library ($15,000), as follows: 2021-2022 Budget Ordinance General Fund—Budget Amendment #31 Revenues Increase Decrease Miscellaneous $15,000 Appropriations Increase Decrease Public Library $15,000  approve Budget Amendment – Social Services Grant ($939,558), as follows: 2021-2022 Budget Ordinance General Fund—Budget Amendment #32 Revenues Increase Decrease Restricted Intergovernmental $939,558 4245,154 Appropriations Increase Decrease Social Services $939,558  reappoint Chris Collins to the Archdale Planning and Zoning Board;  appoint April Wilburn and Mandy Shields to the Local Emergency Planning Committee;  reappoint Clifford Elliott, Lisa Holder, and Bill Scotton to the Voluntary Agriculture District Board;  approve Budget Amendment – Emergency Management Performance Grant ($16,470), follows: 2021-2022 Budget Ordinance General Fund—Budget Amendment #33 Revenues Increase Decrease Restricted Intergovernmental $16,470 4245,154 Appropriations Increase Decrease Emergency Services $16,470  approve Budget Amendment – Historic Courthouse Capital Project ($10,000), as follows: 2021-2022 Budget Ordinance General Fund—Budget Amendment #34 Revenues Increase Decrease Appropriated Fund Balance $10,000 Appropriations Increase Decrease Transfer to Historic Courthouse Capital $10,000 Project 2/7/22 Historic Courthouse Capital Project Fund Amendment #1 Revenues Increase Decrease Transfer from General Fund $10,000 Appropriations Increase Decrease Construction $10,000  approve Budget Amendment – Courthouse Renovation Capital Project ($50,000), as follows: Courthouse Renovation Capital Project Fund Amendment #2 Revenues Increase Decrease Appropriations Increase Decrease Construction $40,000 Furniture and Equipment $10,000 Contingency $50,000  approve Budget Amendment – HCCBG Funding for 2021-22 ($69,920), as follows: 2021-2022 Budget Ordinance General Fund—Budget Amendment #35 Revenues Increase Decrease Restricted Intergovernmental $69,920 4245,154 Appropriations Increase Decrease Other Human Services Appropriations $69,920  approve Budget Amendment – Library Community Navigator ($99,987), as follows: 2021-2022 Budget Ordinance General Fund—Budget Amendment #36 Revenues Increase Decrease Miscellaneous Revenue $99,987 Appropriations Increase Decrease Public Library $99,987  approve Budget Amendment – Asheboro City Schools Project ($736,000), as follows: Asheboro City Schools Capital Project Ordinance Amendment #11 Revenues Increase Decrease Proceeds of Debt $236,000 4245,154 Appropriations Increase Decrease Transfer to General Fund $500,000 Construction $1,000,000 Miscellaneous $18,249 Contingency $228,584 Issuance Costs $17,167 Voluntary Agricultural District Update 2/7/22 Dr. Kenny Sherin, Cooperative Extension Director said in 2022, the Voluntary Agricultural District Board (VAD) admitted farms into the program totaling 101.41 acres of land. As a result, Randolph County now has over 26,049.41 acres of land enrolled in the program. Of this, 33 parcels are enrolled in the Enhanced VAD with 1903.92 acres and 517 parcels with 24,145.49 acres enrolled in the Regular Voluntary Agriculture District. In 2022, the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted so many parts of daily life. However, in Randolph County the one thing the pandemic did not impact is timely rains on agricultural crops. Corn yields in Randolph County were spectacular this year being above the state average. Soybeans yields will likely be close to record-breaking as well, with prediction being around an average of 40 bushels per acre across the state. Also, Annie Mills, Horticulture Extension Agent, has worked hard to build capacity in Randolph County Farmer’s Markets. A strong local food system increases food resilience, which has been important during the supply chain interruptions caused by the pandemic. Dr. Sherin thanked the Commissioners for their continued support, for their recognition of the value of agriculture and agribusiness, and for the signs provided for the program. He also thanked the volunteer Board of Directors of the Voluntary Agricultural District for their continued work and commitment. This has been a popular program with the farmers in the county. The VAD Board members are also grateful for the Commissioners’ support for the Farm, Food, and Family Education Center. The Center will help create a bright future for the agricultural sector in Randolph County. Commissioner Allen said the VAD is for both farmers and the community. The signs let the community know that a working farm is on the property along with the associated noise and smells. It also has other benefits for the farmer. Consider Budget Amendment for State Budget Allocations Chairman Frye thanked Allen McNeill for getting money for the Agriculture Center. Will Massie, Assistant County Manager/Finance Officer, said Randolph County will receive State Capital and Infrastructure Fund (SCIF) Directed Grants that were included in the 2021-23 Biennium State Budget. Randolph County was allocated $400,000 for general capital needs and $16 million for the Farm, Food and Family (FFF) Education Center. The $400,000 could be added to the FFF Education Center project if the Board wishes. There are specific reporting and compliance requirements with these allocations. The State will prepare contracts for these funds, which should be available soon. The state budget requires the funds to be distributed by the end of February. Mr. Massie asked that the Board 1) accept these SCIF grants, 2) authorize the Chairman to sign the grant contracts, and 3) approve the associated budget amendment to the Agricultural Center Capital Project Fund. On motion of Allen, seconded by Haywood, the Board voted 5-0 to 1) accept the SCIF grants, 2) authorize the Chairman to sign the grant contracts, and 3) approve the associated budget 2/7/22 amendment in the amount of $16,400,000 to the Agricultural Center Capital Project Fund, as follows: Agricultural Center Project Ordinance Amendment #2 Revenues Increase Decrease Restricted Intergovernmental $16,400,000 Appropriations Increase Decrease Professional Services $100,000 Construction $16,300,000 Consider Architectural Service Contract for Farm, Food, and Family Education Center Mr. Massie said the need for a county agricultural center was identified in the 2016 Strategic Plan. The facility envisioned in the original 2018 scope of the Agricultural Center project would have created space for large scale events, ones that would increase tourism as well as development of business opportunities for the local agricultural community. This project lost support when the anticipated cost became too expensive. Based upon the proposal developed by the Randolph County Cooperative Extension Office in June 2021, the current proposal for a county agricultural facility has more of an education focus. While the scope of the new project has not yet been decided, it would likely still have office space for the Cooperative Extension and Soil & Water Conservation departments. This provides a central location for services that the agricultural community needs to enhance its business development. Instead of a major event center and separate arena area, this revised project would have a large covered open air demonstration area. Additional educational opportunities could include demonstration gardens, orchards, and an incubator farm with outdoor equipment storage. As a result of the $16 million Directed Grant allocation by the State of NC, the agricultural center project could resume as described in the Cooperative Extension proposal. An advisory committee will help determine the practical scope of the project, limiting it to essential county needs. In 2017, HH Architecture was selected as the consultant through a required qualification process. Based on their experience with the previous project, it is recommended that a new contract be awarded to initiate the new master conceptual plan for the Farm, Food and Family project. Some of the data, testing, and design from the first phase may be utilized with the new project. Commissioner Allen said the project has been reduced in size. A few changes to the original proposal can be made. On motion of Allen, seconded by McDowell, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the contract with HH Architecture and authorize the County Manager to sign the contract. Child Fatality Prevention/Community Child Protection Team Annual Report 2/7/22 Tara Aker, Public Health Director, said in accordance with NCGS 143-576.1(a)(2), the following is the annual report to the County Commissioners of recommendations for systems improvements that may prevent child fatalities in Randolph County. Child deaths from calendar year 2020 were reviewed by the Child Fatality Prevention Team (CFPT). The CFPT met virtually three times during calendar year 2021. Notification was received in December 2021 that the 2020 fourth quarter child fatality reviews would be delayed. The fourth quarter 2020 Child Fatality Reviews were received in January 2022. The CFPT met on January 11, 2022 to review the 2020 fourth quarter child fatalities. There were 23 child deaths reviewed from the previous year (2020). Causes of death were: Accidents 3 Birth defects 2 Illnesses 5 Perinatal Condition 6 Other 4 Suicide 3 Total 23 The purpose of the Child Fatality Prevention Team is to review the deaths of all Randolph County children. The review is to determine if system problems exist that contributed in any way to the delay of or lack of services that might have prevented the death. If gaps exist, the team works to improve/add services that will prevent problems for families in the future. The Team made the following recommendations:  No gaps were identified.  The Team requested and received education on safe sleep practices and car seat safety.  The Team will seek and obtain suicide prevention in children education in 2022.  The Team will continue to address unsafe sleep conditions by making Pack’n Play portable cribs available along with safe sleep education through the Books for Babies Program in partnership with the Randolph Partnership for Children and Randolph Health. Commissioner McDowell asked about the three suicides. Tracie Murphy, Social Services Director, said suicide has increased everywhere. The COVID-19 Pandemic and the isolation it has caused as well as the opioid problem may have contributed to the suicide number. Commissioner Kidd questioned where opioid overdoses would fall. Ms. Aker responded that would be categorized as illness or other. There were not any of those identified in this data. Tracie Murphy, Social Services Director, said in accordance with NCGS 143-576.1(a)(2), the following is the annual report to the County Commissioners of recommendations for systemic improvements in Randolph County. 2/7/22 The Community Child Protection Team (CCPT) met virtually 6 times during this year (January 1, 2021– December 31, 2021). The Team reviewed 10 current cases of children under the protection of Social Services (DSS). Areas of concern were: Substance Abuse 4 Adult Mental Health Issues 2 Adolescence Mental Health Issues 3 Improper Discipline 1 Injurious Environment 3 Physical Abuse 2 Emotional Abuse 1 Improper Care 1 Domestic Violence 2 The purpose of the CCPT is to identify systemic deficiencies in child welfare services or resources. Once identified, the team develops strategies to address the gaps in the child welfare system within the County. The CCPT reviewed cases during the past year (January 2021- December 2021). The following gaps and recommendations were identified:  Increased incidence of child deaths related to co-sleeping: CCPT had a training on safe sleep Tuesday, June 8, 2021 presented by the Randolph County Public Health Department  Mental Health services for low-income families: CCPT recommended looking into more intensive in-home preservation providers  Increase public awareness about conditions that impact child protection within the community: CCPT recommended continuous community education with law enforcement, school systems, daycare centers, all medical professions, mental health facilities, and churches Action steps taken by DSS  DSS held a training on Safe Sleep to educate all Child Protective Services employees on the dangers of parents co-sleeping with their children.  To increase awareness and open communication between DSS and community partners, DSS was able to take part in the Asheboro Police Department’s In-Service Training educating them on CPS reports, new policies, and procedures.  To continue open and clear communication between DSS and 911 communications, DSS continues to use 911 communication’s scheduling calendar. DSS keeps 911 communications aware of afterhours CPS Supervisors with their contact information so that someone is readily available to respond at all times.  DSS met with the Randolph County and Asheboro City Schools keeping them abreast of all new policies and procedures.  DSS met with Randolph Health doctors and nurses educating them on how and when to make CPS reports including those where substances were found that affected infants. 2/7/22  DSS met with Randolph County Partnership for Children, daycare center directors, and Head Start employees to review policies and procedures, identifying signs educating them on how to make reports, and signs to look for.  Each entity was given informational handouts and flyers on how to report abuse, neglect, and dependency. Were there any intensive death reviews during this reporting period?  The State Division of Social Services conducted two Intensive Fatality Reviews during this reporting period. TDA Annual Report and Update Amber Scarlett, Tourism Development Authority (TDA) Executive Director, said that in reviewing the past year, it is important to restate the mission – to unify and lead the County in developing the Heart of North Carolina as a family-friendly, affordable, and strategically located destination serving the leisure and business travel, group tour, meetings, and sports and recreational tournament markets. The TDA remain dedicated to making tourism work harder to positively impact the economy and the livelihood of Randolph County citizens who work in and benefit from tourism. The most important measures of success are those that highlight the combined effort between the TDA, and the tourism destination partners and stakeholders. The organizations were able to come together in 2020 with an unprecedented level of dedication and determination for the organizations’ mission. The intended purpose of an annual report is to provide accountability by looking back at the progress achieved and this report delivers a glimpse of the challenging work accomplished. A quick snapshot indicates the true, realistic devastation the COVID-19 pandemic had on the tourism industry and Randolph County. There was a decrease of 35.5% in visitor spending our occupancy tax revenues suffered a decline of 44.25%. The Randolph County Tourism Development Authority Annual Report includes details on the TDA’s challenges and successes in 2020. The TDA continues to work daily to set new strategic benchmarks for future tourism marketing wins. Tourism matters, in our nation, our state, our region, and in our county. Deep River Trails Organization Mary Joan Pugh, Randolph County Trail/Natural Heritage Coordinator, said that the Deep River State Trail (DRST) was designated in 2007 as one of North Carolina’s first State Trails. A non-profit was never involved, as the Randolph County Tourism Development Authority (TDA) requested the designation to develop the corridor as a tourism destination. From the beginning, each of the three municipalities; Randleman, Franklinville, and Ramseur; were on their own to make application and administer grants, purchase land/easements, and complete trail construction. In 2015, when the TDA realized the efforts of the municipalities needed coordination, their Board created the Deep River Trail Task Force (DRTTF). After a feasibility study for the 15-mile corridor in Randolph County was completed in 2016, the TDA contracted with Piedmont Triad Regional Council to put together a Conceptual Plan which was completed in 2017. The County 2/7/22 Board of Commissioners adopted the Plan and provided funding for the preliminary engineering for the Sandy Creek Bridge, the Plan’s first priority in 2017. In 2019, the DRTTF was folded into the County Trails Advisory Council and the volunteer Randolph County Trail Coordinator began working with Randleman, Franklinville, Ramseur, and Asheboro on implementing the Conceptual Plan. The major hurdle faced by municipalities was with cash flow issues, as grants are on a reimbursement basis. Randolph County stepped in to both apply for and administer grant funds on behalf of the municipalities including the Deep River State Trail Paddleway from Worthville to Central Falls and Randleman Deep River Trail Phase III. The municipalities continued to pay the 25% match. In addition, the County provided County Strategic Plan Implementation Funds for the Sandy Creek Bridge construction and, most recently, committed to provide $1 mil in American Rescue Funds (ARP) funds for various investment-ready projects. With twelve State Trails, State Trails/State Parks is formalizing State Trail designation by requiring a Master Plan and a Memorandum of Understanding with the non-profit organization associated with each State Trail. The DRST involves five counties starting in Jamestown and extending to Lee County where it joins the Haw River. Of these five counties, only Randolph County has a Conceptual Plan and actual trail system for its portion. Unlike other State Trails such as the Dan River Basin Association in Rockingham County, Fonta Flora Trail Association in Burke, and McDowell and Yadkin RiverKeepers, DRST has no non-profit associated with it. Since the Piedmont Land Conservancy (PLC) has already assisted municipalities in Randolph County with several projects, Smith Raynor, State Trails Planner asked PLC if they would sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the portion of DRST in Randolph County. The MOU has become necessary because each State Trail through its MOU organization will receive a $50,000 grant to be used in Capacity Building, and an allocation of the $29.25 million from the State’s Complete the Trail Fund (CTF). Since the DRST has neither a non-profit manager nor an official trail coordinator, PLC has agreed to receive the funds on behalf of Randolph County. They will not complete trail projects on their own, but will facilitate the trail work of the County and the municipalities. The responsibilities of the PLC will be as follows: • Distribution of Complete the Trail Fund monies. • Accountability for expenditures. • Requesting reimbursement. • Providing technical assistance and support. The Piedmont Land Conservancy needs someone in an official capacity to coordinate the CTF projects. Since the County has been working with the DRST municipalities on trail projects for the last three years via the volunteer Trail Coordinator position, the best option is to make this a paid position. The PLC would give the County the proposed $20,000 per year for the two years of the capacity building grant to fund the position. This will formalize the County’s role of coordinating with the DRST municipalities and give the County more control over the funds it has invested in the DRST. In addition, it would be advantageous to reconstitute the Deep River Trail Task Force as the Deep River State Trail Steering Committee with representatives from each 2/7/22 municipality and the County to coordinate efforts, set priorities, and advocate for additional trail funds/grants. Chairman Frye asked what the timeline was to get the funding. Ms. Pugh was not sure. There is an upcoming meeting to decide that. Commissioner Haywood mentioned the $20,000 for two years for the Trail Coordinator position. She wanted the citizens to know that Ms. Pugh has been working for free for quite a few years. On motion of Haywood, seconded by Allen, the Board voted 5-0 to accept $20,000 per year for two years from the Piedmont Land Conservancy to fund a part-time temporary non-benefitted Trails Coordinator position. Kraftsman Expansion Project Update and Building Reuse Grant Request Kevin Franklin, Economic Development Corporation (EDC) President, said Kraftsman Inc. was established in Ramseur, NC in 2000 and currently employs 66 full-time personnel between its manufacturing plants in Ramseur and Albemarle. Kraftsman Inc. (Kraftsman Trailers) is a manufacturer and direct-seller of open trailers, from single-axle utility trailers to flatbed equipment trailers to 3-axle heavy equipment trailers, and several other types in-between those sizes and hauling capabilities. Kraftsman plans to expand its Ramseur plant, located at 10051 US Hwy 64 E, by doubling the area housing its trailer painting and paint preparation area, along with associated capital upgrades. The expansion will allow the plant to produce more total trailers since the welding/fabrication production capabilities currently exceed its painting capacity. The company will create a minimum of 20 new full-time jobs across the company, both in its Ramseur plant and in support roles out of the Albemarle facility. The average annual wage of these positions will be $45,000, exceeding the current Randolph County private sector annual wage of $40,522. Kraftsman is eligible for a Building Reuse Grant from NC Commerce in the amount of $140,000 to assist with expansion expenses. Because the company facility is located in an unincorporated area of the county, Randolph County would serve as the grant applicant. The program no longer requires a local government match. The targeted submission deadline for the grant application is February 24, with award announcements scheduled for April 21. The EDC believes that the Kraftsman expansion project is a good economic development project for the county, increasing the value of the building and resulting in the creation of 20 new jobs across the company. Therefore, the EDC requests that Board of Commissioners approve a resolution authorizing submission of a Building Reuse Grant application to NC Commerce in the amount of $140,000. Public Hearing 2/7/22 At 7:31 p.m., Chairman Frye Opened the Public Hearing and closed it after everyone had a chance to speak. Paul Kaufman, owner of Kraftsman, Inc., 10051 US Hwy 64 E, Ramseur, said that the company has been successful. He noted the unpainted trailers outside the facility. This expansion will decrease the waiting times for painting. On motion of Allen, seconded by Haywood, the Board voted 5-0 to approve a Resolution Authorizing the County of Randolph to Apply for a Building Reuse Grant for the Kraftsman Inc. Economic Development Project, as follows: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY OF RANDOLPH TO APPLY FOR A BUILDING REUSE GRANT FOR THE KRAFTSMAN, INC. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROJECT WHEREAS, Section 158-7.1 of the North Carolina General Statutes authorizes a county to undertake an economic development project by extending assistance to a company in order to cause the company to locate or expand its operations within the county; and WHEREAS, the North Carolina General Assembly has authorized funds to be used for stimulating economic development and job creation; and WHEREAS, Kraftsman, Inc. (“Company”) has stated its commitment to invest three hundred ninety thousand dollars ($390,000.00) to expand its operations in Randolph County and to create twenty (20) new full-time jobs with an average annual salary of forty-five thousand dollars ($45,000.00) across its two locations, one in Randolph County and the other in Albemarle, North Carolina; and WHEREAS, the County of Randolph has been asked to file an application with the North Carolina Department of Commerce for a Building Reuse Grant on behalf of the Company; and WHEREAS, said Grant is structured as a forgivable loan to be administered by the County; and WHEREAS, in the event that the Company does not meet the requirements of the Grant, the County is responsible for ensuring that Grant funds are repaid; and WHEREAS, the Company has agreed to secure the Grant funds through granting a deed of trust or similar financial instrument to the County; and WHEREAS, the amount of the Grant that the Company is eligible for is up to one hundred forty thousand dollars ($140,000.00); and WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners of Randolph County has held a public hearing to consider whether to participate in this project by applying for the grant and administering the grant if awarded; and WHEREAS, upon the completion by the Company of this expansion project, the Company will have expended three hundred ninety thousand dollars ($390,000.00) in expanding its property in Randolph County, and will have created a minimum of twenty (20) new full-time jobs with an average annual salary of forty-five thousand dollars ($45,000.00) across the Company’s two locations; and 2/7/22 WHEREAS, this economic development project will stimulate and stabilize the local economy, promote business in the County, and result in the creation of a number of jobs in the County; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of Randolph County, this 7th day of February 2022, as follows: The County is authorized to apply for a North Carolina Building Reuse Grant from the North Carolina Department of Commerce for the Kraftsman, Inc. expansion project as detailed herein. Consider Proposed Budget Meeting Schedule for FY 2022-2023 Chairman Frye presented the proposed Budget Meeting Schedule for fiscal year 2022-2023. On motion of Allen, seconded by Kidd, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the proposed Budget Meeting schedule for fiscal year 2022-2023, as follows: Tuesday, May 31 Proposed Budget Presentations 6:00 - 6:40 p.m. Proposed County Budget 6:40 - 7:00 p.m. Asheboro City Schools 7:00 - 7:20 p.m. Randolph County Schools 7:20 - 7:40 p.m. Randolph Community College Monday, June 6 Regular June Commissioners Meeting 6:00 p.m. Sandhills Mental Health Thursday, June 9 County Department Presentations 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. All County Departments Monday, June 13 Public Input 6:00 – 6:30 p.m. Community Agencies Requesting Financial Assistance 6:30 p.m. Fire Department Presentations 6:30 p.m. Public Hearings 1) Appropriation to Randolph Economic Development Corp. 2) Proposed County Budget Monday, June 20 Budget Adoption 2/7/22 6:00 p.m. Approve Close-out Budget Amendments for FY 21-22 Capital Improvement Plan Review Capital Project Schedule for 2022-23 2022-23 Budget Adoption Adopt Fire Districts Property Tax Rates Adopt School Districts Property Tax Rates Adopt County Fee Schedules Discussion of Manager's Proposed 2022-23 Budget Adoption of Final County Budget and County Property Tax Rate County Manager’s Update th Hal Johnson, County Manager, reminded the Board about the meetings on February 11 and th February 24. Commissioners Update Commissioner Allen said he and Chairman Frye attended the North Carolina Association of County Commissioners (NCACC) Board meeting to represent Randolph County. The Board discussed recent developments on issues affecting counties at the NC General Assembly and how the Association is providing support to counties on navigating use of American Rescue Plan Act funds. Commissioner Allen said it was informative. Commissioner Haywood had the 100 Counties Prepared Task Force meeting in Randolph County at the 9-1-1 Center. The task force is developing a communications plan in case of an emergency for all North Carolina counties. Adjournment At 7:39 p.m. on motion of Allen, seconded by Haywood, the Board voted 5-0 to adjourn. ________________________________ ________________________________ Darrell Frye, Chairman David Allen ________________________________ _________________________________ Kenny Kidd Maxton McDowell ________________________________ _________________________________ Hope Haywood Dana Crisco, Clerk to the Board 2/7/22