080122
August 1, 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. Dr.
Robert Shackleford gave the invocation and everyone recited the Pledge of Allegiance. The
meeting was livestreamed on Facebook and YouTube.
Special Recognitions
Chairman Frye recognized Dr. Robert Shackleford, who retired as President of Randolph
Community College. Dr. Shackleford received the Order of the Long Leaf Pine in the past, and
Chairman Frye read excerpts from a letter he had written for the nomination, including various
accomplishments and accolades. The entirety of the Board joined Dr. Shackleford at the podium
to recognize his service. Chairman Frye presented Dr. Shackleford with an engraved clock on
behalf of the Board. He also gave Dr. Shackleford a signature pen created from the wood of a tree
that stood in front of the Historic Courthouse.
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Teresa Stinson retired on May 31 from Social Services with 19 years of service. Ms. Stinson
was recognized by Social Services Director Tracie Murphy, after which, Chairman Frye presented
Ms. Stinson with an engraved clock on behalf of the Board.
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Michael Rowland retired on June 30 from Information Technology with 31 years of service.
Mr. Rowland was recognized by both County Manager Hal Johnson and Chairman Frye, after
which, Chairman Frye presented Mr. Rowland with an engraved clock on behalf of the Board. He
also gave Mr. Rowland a signature pen created from the wood of a tree that stood in front of the
Historic Courthouse.
Chairman Frye recognized the Wheatmore High School Lady Warriors Soccer Team who were
the 2021-22 Girls Soccer State 2A Champions, with overall season standings of 25-0 wins/losses
and conference standings of 12-0 wins/loss. The team was coached by Rick Maness. They were
presented with a Certificate of Recognition.
Chairman Frye recognized Trinity High School Wrestler David Makupson who won the North
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at the Greensboro Coliseum. Mr. Makupson won the 2A state championship in the 138-Pound
Weight Class and was coached by Brandon Coggins. He was presented with a Certificate of
Recognition.
Chairman Frye said Alyson Kidd of Franklinville is the Randolph County delegate for the North
Carolina Association of County Commissioners Youth Voice Program. She is an active 4-H
member who will be attending Campbell University to study kinesiology. Ms. Kidd explained her
education and involvement in 4H and the Youth Voice Program.
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Chairman Frye recognized employee Julie Miller for her heroic actions in helping to save a
Ms. Miller noticed a citizen who needed assistance and played a vital role helping
to sustain the citizen while waiting for emergency responders. Chairman Frye presented Ms.
Miller with a certificate of recognition.
Chairman Frye recognized the Randleman High School Baseball Team and the Southwest
Randolph High School Volleyball Team for their outstanding seasons. They were not able to be
present, but their achievements deserve acknowledgement.
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.
Franklin Suggs, 412 Ivy Rock Court, Randleman, gave statistics regarding the past two
presidential elections, and said equating voter preference to support for the Confederate monument
outside of the Historic Courthouse is misleading. He gave demographical statistics relative to
Randolph County citizens and voting trends. He asked the Board to be thoughtful in presenting
statements regarding the monument.
Chairman Frye said 100% of citizens in the county have access to County services regardless
of race, creed, or color. The Board has voted, as asked, on the issue of the monument.
Alan Lamb, 3292 Shady Forest Road, Randleman, said he supports each of the Commissioners
and they have his vote.
Dean Brown, 460 Wood Mint Road, Asheboro, said there were two controversial votes this
year; one to protect the unborn and one to pay respects to soldiers who have passed. Those who
want the monument removed come to each meeting every month. The Board voted and the issue
is decided. The voters have spoken in the recent municipal election, and the two Commissioners
up for re-election were successful in the election.
Dr. Chuck Egerton, 642 Parkview Street, Asheboro, said the monument will continue to be
an issue until white supremacy is eradicated in the county. He described a memorial he visited in
Alabama dedicated to people who were lynched in the United States. The monument stands for a
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stands in front of the Courthouse, he will be working for justice in the county. This issue of the
Confederate monument will continue to be brought up until there is racial justice.
Greg Auman, 132 South Main Street, Asheboro, does not think removal of the monument will
make this a better society. He has deep roots in Randolph County. The statue was erected as a
monument for those who died. He read a quote from the Courier Tribune newspaper from March
2022. He does not agree that half of Randolph County was enslaved, in reference to the newspaper
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Clyde Foust, 3746 Midway Acres Road, Asheboro, said 1,600 people were enslaved in
Randolph County. This may not seem like many, but that was 1,600 lives. He does not want
people to act like this was not an atrocity. Right is right, and wrong is wrong. The monument
should not stand in a place where people are forced to walk past it in order to attend County
business. He will not settle for an injustice in Randolph County.
Consent Agenda
On motion of McDowell, seconded by Allen, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the Consent
Agenda as presented, as follows:
approve Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes of July 11, 2022,
Closed Session Meeting Minutes of July 11, 2022, and Special Meeting Minutes of
June 20, 2022;
approve Budget Amendment Historic Courthouse ($44,950)
Historic Courthouse Capital Project Fund
Budget Amendment #3
Revenues Increase Decrease
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Professional Services $44,950
$44,950
Construction
reappoint Jason Balder, JR Beard, Cynthia Grantham, Lisa Sparks, and Lou
Wilson to the Animal Services Advisory Board;
appoint Renee Bryant (Rescue/Volunteer), Jennifer Layton (Commissioner
Animal Services Advisory Board, and appoint Nathan Small as the Alternate
;
reappoint Melinda Vaughn and Reggie Beeson to the Randolph County Planning
and Zoning Board;
approve Budget Amendment LSTA Grant ($78,425)
2022-2023 Budget Ordinance
General FundBudget Amendment #5
Revenues Increase Decrease
Restricted Intergovernmental $78,425
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Public Library $78,425
approve Budget Amendment Storywalks 22-23 ($16,300)
2022-2023 Budget Ordinance
General FundBudget Amendment #6
Revenues Increase Decrease
Restricted Intergovernmental $16,300
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Public Library $16,300
approve Budget Amendment Library Resource Fund ($12,270)
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2022-2023 Budget Ordinance
Library Resource FundBudget Amendment #7
Revenues Increase Decrease
Appropriated Fund Balance $12,270
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Library Support $12,270
approve Budget Amendment Low Income House Water Assistance Program
($212,243)
2022-2023 Budget Ordinance
General FundBudget Amendment #8
Revenues Increase Decrease
Restricted Intergovernmental $212,243
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Social Services $212,243
approve Budget Amendment Encumbrances
2022-2023 Budget Ordinance
General FundBudget Amendment #9
Revenues Increase Decrease
Appropriated Fund Balance $4,171,379
Restricted Intergovernmental $1,863,378
Miscellaneous $250,000
Transfer from Well Being Reserve $956,106
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Administration $93,222
Information Technology $95,000
Tax $333,417
Elections $98,194
Register of Deeds $21,398
Public Buildings $413,431
Sheriff $604,865
Animal Services $10,237
Emergency Services $1,027,694
Building Inspections $8,171
Adult DRC $49,300
Juvenile DRC 1,300
Other Public Safety Appropriations $30,000
Planning & Zoning $31,950
Cooperative Extension $14,168
Other Economic Development $543,633
Public Works $2,930
Public Health $2,380,117
Social Services $481,901
Other Human Service Appropriations $473,559
Public Library $163,829
Other Cultural and Recreational $362,547
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Emergency Telephone System Fund
Revenues Increase Decrease
Appropriated Fund Balance $3,367
Appropriations Increase Decrease
E-911 System $3,367
Solid Waste Management Fund
Revenues Increase Decrease
Appropriated Fund Balance $27,329
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Solid Waste Management $27,329
approve Budget Amendment Deep River Trail ($125,000)
Deep River Trail Capital Project Ordinance
Budget Amendment #2
Revenues Increase Decrease
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Professional Fees $125,000
$125,000
Construction
approve Budget Amendment JDRC ($17,349)
2022-2023 Budget Ordinance
General FundBudget Amendment #10
Revenues Increase Decrease
Restricted Intergovernmental $17,349
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Juvenile Day Reporting Center $17,349
approve addition of County Trail Coordinator Position to the 2022-2023 County
Classification Pay Plan.
State of Emergency Termination
Chairman Frye said pursuant to the Randolph County Emergency Management Ordinance,
Randolph County Emergency Operating Procedures, and by the authority under Chapter 166A of
the NC General Statutes, on March 16, 2020, as Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners,
he issued and declared a local state of emergency for Randolph County Government in response
to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The local state of emergency authorized and charged the Randolph County Manager to activate
the Crisis Management Team, to initiate the Randolph County Continuity of Operations plan along
with appropriate personnel, and to launch County operational actions necessary to ensure the
continuity of services in Randolph County Government.
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This has been, by far, the longest local declaration of a local state of emergency in Randolph
The State of Emergency issued by the State is set to expire on August 16,
2022. Therefore, Chairman Frye is issuing the declaration to terminate the local state of
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declaration and allow it to expire on August 16, 2022. There has been excellent communication
between County departments and local municipalities in regards to emergency response and
mitigation.
Animal Services Ordinance and Bylaws Update
Jonathan Moody, Animal Services Director, reviewed updates to the Animal Services
ordinance that was updated with the assistance of Associate County Attorney Aimee Scotton. One
of the more controversial topics revolved around a 72-hour stray hold; the ordinance specifically
states that this holding period excludes weekends and holidays. He explained the ordinance
revisions and how the updates reflect the changing needs of Animal Services.
County Manager Hal Johnson said the Animal Services Advisory Board (ASAB) reviewed the
ordinance updates and recommended changes. These changes have been made in the presented
ordinance. Mr. Johnson also said the Bylaws of the ASAB state that the Chairman and Vice-
Chairman of the County Commissioners serve. There have been recommendations to have just
one Commissioner serve on the ASAB. There was also a recommendation that the ASAB meet
quarterly rather than every month. There have been concerns that the Board should meet more
than just quarterly. The Bylaws are set up that special meetings may be called as needed. The
ASAB recommended quarterly meetings, but will meet as often as needed to address issues. The
Board of Health meets every other month for comparison.
Commissioner Haywood clarified that the ASAB presented a recommendation to meet
quarterly.
Commissioner McDowell received a phone call from a citizen that the ASAB should meet more
frequently than quarterly.
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presented once per quarter, that should be honored. They can always recommend an increased
frequency in meetings in the future.
Vice-Chairman Allen said he believed quarterly meetings would be sufficient, particularly with
the ability to call special meetings. Some ASAB meetings in the past have been poorly attended
and there has not been a quorum.
Chairman Frye said Mr. Moody was promoted to Director, which Animal Services has not had
Mr. Moody said the volunteer program at the Shelter is up and running and volunteers are
needed. Staff are ready for volunteers.
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convened.
Mr. Moody said veterinarians are difficult to come by right now.
Chairman Frye said Renee Bryant is being added to the ASAB. She has been an asset to Animal
and get things done.
Mr. Johnson said Chelsey Butler, Media Communications Specialist, is working with Animal
Services to promote the message of Animal Services.
Commissioner McDowell suggested the ASAB meet at least quarterly; this language allows for
more frequent meetings as needed. There is generally only one commissioner on County Boards.
Chairman Frye said there is good leadership and good staff at Animal Services. He noted that
specials meetings of the board may be called at any time.
Vice-Chairman Allen said he is confident in the abilities of Animal Services staff.
On motion of Allen, seconded by Kidd, the Board voted 5-0 to repeal the previous Animal
Services Ordinance and adopt the revised version as presented to be effective August 1, 2022, and
to adopt the Resolution to Amend the Bylaws of the Animal Services Advisory Board, as follows:
RESOLUTION TO AMEND THE BYLAWS OF THE ANIMAL SERVICES
ADVISORY BOARD
WHEREAS, North Carolina General Statute 153A-76 grants boards of county
commissioners the authority to establish advisory boards; and
WHEREAS, the Randolph County Board of Commissioners may appoint an
advisory board whose duty is to work with the Department of Animal Services staff
and serve County Commissioners in an advisory capacity regarding Animal
Services in Randolph County; and
WHEREAS, the purpose of the Animal Services Advisory Board (ASAB) shall be
to make recommendations to the Randolph County Board of Commissioners and
provide advice, in compliance with state law and county regulations, regarding the
development or review of policies associated with the promotion and protection of
animals through the Department of Animal Services; and
WHEREAS, the membership of the ASAB shall be composed of ten (10) members
appointed by the Board of County Commissioners and should reasonably reflect
the makeup of the county which may include residents with qualifications
associated with animal services, rescue experience, and members of the general
public representing various occupations and backgrounds; and
WHEREAS, the ASAB will meet quarterly starting in October 2022.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Randolph County Board of
Commissioners does hereby amend the Animal Services Advisory Board Bylaws as
outlined.
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Workforce Development Board Realignment
Chairman Frye introduced Krystal Parks, Executive Director of Regional Consolidated
Services, and explained upcoming changes to the Workforce Development Board. Two counties
have already announced changes. Changes will take affect next year. Funding for this year will
remain as-is. Chairman Frye suggested this issue be discussed at a later meeting.
On motion of Kidd seconded by McDowell the Board voted 5-0 to table discussion on this topic
until the September 6, 2022, regular meeting.
ice Additional Positions Request
Lieutenant Colonel Steve Myers said the City of Trinity Council has
agreed to contract three additional Deputy Sheriffs for more law enforcement coverage for the
citizens of Trinity. This includes salary and fringe benefits, a one-time program investment fee to
cover the costs of equipment and uniforms, annual operation fees to cover the costs of three
vehicles, vehicle equipment/installation, projected vehicle maintenance, and fuel costs.
Business Manager Justin Brubaker discussed the cost breakdown for three additional Deputy
Sheriffs as follows:
Salary - $145,923
FICA - $11,163
Health Insurance - $31,680
Retirement - $19,116
401K - $7,296
Vehicle equipment and installation - $27,795 per year for 5 years
Fuel and maintenance - $14,550
One-time program investment fee (uniforms and personal equipment) - $34,650
In addition to these positions, the City of Trinity has agreed to remodel an existing office space
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set the operation fees paid to the County by $500 per month plus the cost of utilities.
Commissioner McDowell asked how this request relates to costs of School Resource Officers
in Trinity. Mr. Brubaker said the costs for the schools is completely separate. This is something
s seeking to address in the future. Commissioner McDowell asked if the costs
were similar and Mr. Brubaker said they are with some differences.
Vice-Chairman Allen asked if there were candidates for these positions. Mr. Brubaker said
staff are working on outreach and interviews in order to find people with experience.
Commissioner McDowell said increased police presence in the area could be beneficial.
Chairman Allen asked if there is an official in Trinity to report to in regards to law enforcement.
Lieutenant Colonel Myers said they keep in touch with City administration and their deputy sheriff
contact.
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deputies for the Trinity area but Trinity will be funding all costs and remodeling an existing space
for the deputies. To lease an office from the City of Trinity, $500 per month will be paid to Trinity
On motion of Kidd, seconded by Allen, the Board voted 5-0 to approve three additional Deputy
Sheriff positions funded by the City of Trinity and the associated Budget Amendment in the amount
of $292,173, as follows:
2022-2023 Budget Ordinance
General FundBudget Amendment #11
Revenues Increase Decrease
Sales and Services $292,173
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Sheriff $292,173
Consider USDA Loans Through REMC for Farm Food and Family Event Center
Will Massie, Assistant County Manager/Finance Officer, said the County has the opportunity
to work with Randolph Electric Membership Corporation (REMC) to receive loans from the
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) in order to help fund the Farm Food and Family
Event Center (F3EC). There are two loans for soft costs; they are not for construction. There is
zero percent interest but there is a one percent administrative fee. He explained options for loan
security and collateral. Mr. Massie explained the amortization schedule. The Local Government
Commission will consider this issue in September and closing could happen after that.
Public Hearing
Chairman Frye opened the floor for a public hearing at 7:42 p.m. and closed it after no one
wished to speak.
Vice-Chairman Allen thanked REMC for their funding and support. This additional funding
puts the F3EC in a good monetary position.
On motion of Allen, seconded by Haywood, the Board voted 5-0 to adopt the Resolution Making
Required Findings and Authorizing and Approving an Installment Financing Agreement, 2)
authorize the Chairman to sign loan agreements, and 3) approve the associated project Budget
Amendment in the amount of $4 million, as follows:
RESOLUTION MAKING REQUIRED FINDINGS
agricultural community, ranking number one in the State of North Carolina (the
production of dairy cows, goats, and all cattle in the State, as well as ranking in
the top ten for various other agricultural products; and
WHEREAS, the County contains 1,368 active farms encompassing 147,781
acres; and
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WHEREAS, total cash receipts from agriculture in the County are
approximately $281 million per year; and
WHEREAS, the County desires to build a Farm, Food, and Family Education
for people and organizations to build farm, food, and family systems that strengthen
economies, enhance resiliency and build a sense of community; and
WHEREAS, the F3 Center will consist of, among other things, an Agricultural
Events Center, an Office Building, and an Agricultural Arena; and
WHEREAS, Randolph Electric Membership Corporation has secured two
the F3 Center project as described herein; and
oans referenced above is
governed by North Carolina General Statute §160A-20 and approval of the North
Carolina Local Government Commission; and
WHEREAS, the LGC requires that the County pass a resolution making certain
findings as contained herein;
WHEREAS, Commissioner Allen introduced this Resolution and moved that it
be adopted, Commissioner Haywood seconded the motion, and the Resolution was
read by the above title.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Randolph County Board of
Commissioners hereby makes the following factual findings:
1. Description of the undertaking and the terms of the proposed loan
agreements. The County is in the process of securing funds for the
construction of the F3 Center. The completed F3 Center will consist of,
among other things, an Agricultural Events Center, an Office Building,
and an Agricultural Arena. Randolph Electric Membership
million dollars for the project. One loan is a ten-year, zero percent
(0%) interest RED Loan for two million dollars from REMC to be used
necessary to develop the F3 Agricultural Events Center and Office
Building. The other loan is a ten-year, zero (0%) percent interest RED
Loan for two million dollars from REMC to be used for the design,
develop the F3 Agricultural Arena. Both loans contain an annual one
percent (1%) annual administrative fee on the outstanding balances.
2. Facts regarding the necessity of the proposed project. The proposed
project is necessary and expedient because present facilities are
inadequate to meet the needs in the community.
3. Facts supporting the amount of the loans. The RED Loan for the soft
costs associated with the Agricultural Events Center and Office
Building is for two million dollars ($2,000,000.00). The total estimate
for said soft costs is three million forty-nine thousand one hundred and
twenty-four dollars ($3,049,124.00); the County will provide one
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million forty-nine thousand one hundred twenty-four dollars
($1,049,124.00) to supplement the loan. The RED Loan for the soft
costs associated with the Agricultural Arena is for two million dollars
($2,000,000.00). The total estimate for said soft costs is three million
two hundred fifty-four thousand three hundred and fifty dollars
($3,254,350.00); the County will provide one million two hundred fifty-
four thousand three hundred and fifty dollars ($1,254,350.00) to
supplement this loan.
4. Authorization for project. The associated county attorney has rendered
an opinion that the proposed undertaking is authorized by law and is a
purpose for which public funds may be expended pursuant to the
Constitution and laws of North Carolina.
5. Facts supporting the conclusion that the proposed loan agreements are
preferable to a general obligation or revenue bond issue for the same
purpose. Primary funding for the construction of this project has
already been obtained, and the project is currently in the design phase.
Pursuing general obligation or revenue bonds would result in a delay
in a project that has recently gained considerable momentum.
Furthermore, the loans under consideration allow for REMC, a local
business, to participate in and support the project.
6. Facts indicating that the estimated cost of financing compares
reasonably with the estimated costs of bond financing for the same
undertaking. Both loans are provided at zero percent (0%) interest and
contain only a one percent (1%) annual administrative fee of the
outstanding balance.
7. Past debt management policies. The County has, in the past, always
appropriated funds in accordance with North Carolina law during each
fiscal year in an amount sufficient to retire all principal and interest on
indebtedness.
8. Estimate of increase in the property tax rate, if any, required to raise
the sums to fall due under the proposed loan agreements. There is no
tax increase expected to raise the sums to fall due under the proposed
loan agreements; if any increase becomes necessary, it will not be
excessive.
9. Past budgetary and fiscal management policies. The County has always
adopted its budget in a timely manner in accordance with North
Carolina statutory requirements and has obtained an unmodified
opinion from a certified public accountant in connection with each
annual audit.
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10. Debt service obligations. The County is not, nor has it ever been, in
default in meeting its debt service obligations.
Agricultural Center Capital Project Ordinance
Budget Amendment #5
Revenues Increase Decrease
Proceeds From Debt $4,000,000
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Furniture and Equipment $957,000
Issuance Costs $43,000
Construction $3,000,000
Consider Rural Transformation Grant for F3EC Project
Assitant County Manager/Finance Officer Will Massie said the County recently applied for a
new Rural Transformation grant through the NC Department of Commerce, and has been awarded
$900,000 for construction of the Farm, Food and Family Education Center. The Resilient
Neighborhoods category offers grants focused on community development and quality of life
improvements, such as eliminating food deserts, creating healthy living initiatives, and increasing
access to affordable housing options, among other initiatives. This grant program is funded through
the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), and will require compliance with federal guidelines.
In order to recognize the $900,000 NC Dept of Commerce Rural Transformation Grant, Mr.
Massie asked the Board to a) accept the grant and authorize the Chairman to sign the grant
agreement, and b) approve the associated budget amendment to the Agricultural Center Capital
Project Fund.
These two loans move
the F3EC fairly close to being fully funded.
Vice-Chairman Allen said hopefully, next month the architects will be back to present project
progress. He reminded the Board that this is a grant, not a loan.
On motion of Allen, seconded by Haywood, the Board voted 5-0 to 1) accept the North Carolina
Department of Commerce Rural Transformation Grant for the Farm, Food, and Family Education
Center in the amount of $900,000, 2) authorize the Chairman to sign grant documents and 3)
approve the associated project Budget Amendment, as follows:
Agricultural Center Capital Project Ordinance
Budget Amendment #6
Revenues Increase Decrease
Restricted Intergovernmental $900,000
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Construction $900,000
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Wellness Update
Wellness Administrator Sam Varner
resource. He gave a brief presentation of County Wellness initiatives, including:
1. Adding Asheboro Counseling and Wellness (ACW) as our new Counseling and
Therapy vendor. ACW is a local company lead by Litha Charles who employees 9
licensed therapists which strengthens and expands our mental health resources for our
employees and their families.
2. Expanding Critical Incident Stress Management program (CISM) from Emergency
, Social Services, and Public Health. Each of these
departments will have a CISM team which offers a licensed therapist and trained peers
to assist and support employees who have experienced on-the-job critical incident
stress.
3. Expanding Peer-to-Peer Su-
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support to assist their coworkers who have encountered on-the-job critical incident.
These departments include
Health.
4. Expanding Pet Therapy program with additional support from Public Health to increase
therapy dog visitations to all departments. Also adding Pet Therapy to assist and
support the Critical Incident Stress Management teams.
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and claims aggregate data. With six years of aggregate data from our Biometric
Screenings and claims, Jennifer Layton from Public Health is working with the
University of North Carolina-Charlotte and the University of North Carolina-
Greensboro to create a Ph.D. research thesis program to explore Randolph County
wellness trends.
6. Working with Public Health to restart and expand annual Health Fair to make it a
Community Health Fair. This Community Health Fair will continue to support
employees but will expand to offer a wide variety of health screenings and wellness
education for at-risk and low-income populations. Transportation will be made
available for marginalized populations to attend and participate in the Community
Health Fair. The Community Health Fair will also be open to our Corporate and
Municipalities Wellness Coalition.
Mr. Johnson said during the pandemic, there was a collaboration between Mr. Varner and
Public Health in order to reach out to businesses and municipalities to help them address the
challenges of living in a pandemic climate. This was a very success
the wellness successes of the County be shared with the community.
Commissioner Haywood said employees and their families are most certainly our most valuable
resource.
Juvenile Day Reporting Center Project Change Order
Paxton Arthurs, County Engineer, said in April, the Board awarded a contract to Garanco
Construction for the Renovation of the old Child Support space for use by the Juvenile Day
Reporting Center (JDRC). He showed the floorplan of the building and described some of the
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construction aspects. Recently, there was an electrical inspection and Mr. Arthurs learned of an
unexpected requirement. The building is wired with Non-Metallic (NM) cable which is no longer
allowed above acoustical tile ceilings. The inspector is not requiring the that the whole building
be brought up to code; however, he has asked that the current construction area be addressed.
Unfortunately, material prices are high right now and the work will be labor intensive. The quote
expense.
On motion of Haywood, seconded by Allen, the Board voted 5-0 to 1) approve a Change Order
to the contract with Garanco Construction to add $ 20,750.00 for replacement of existing non-
metallic cables in the JDRC Renovation project, and 2) authorize the County Manager to sign the
Change Order.
Mr. Johnson said there will be a Public Hearing to consider amendments to the Unified
Development Ordinance on August 15, 2022.
Commissioners Update
Chairman Frye said during Detention Center renovations, there was an issue where the
magistrates were located. This issue has been resolved with the use of new software. The
magistrates are currently located offsite. The new software allows for video conferencing without
transporting detainees.
Closed Session
At 8:06 p.m., on motion of Allen, seconded by Haywood, the Board voted 5-0 to enter into
closed session pursuant to NCGS 143-318.11(a)(4) to discuss matters relating to the location or
expansion of industries or other businesses in the area served by the public body, including
agreement on a tentative list of economic development incentives that may be offered by the public
body in negotiations and pursuant to NCGS 143-318.11(a)(5) to establish or instruct the public
public
body in negotiating the price and other material terms of a contract or proposed contract for the
acquisition of real property by purchase, option, exchange, or lease.
Resume Open Session
At 9:13 p.m., open session resumed.
Adjournment
At 9:13 p.m. on motion of Allen, seconded by McDowell, the Board voted 5-0 to adjourn.
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Darrell Frye, Chairman David Allen
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Kenny Kidd Maxton McDowell
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Hope Haywood Sarah Pack, Deputy Clerk to the Board
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