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October 2, 2023
The Randolph County Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 6:00 p.m. at Northgate
Commons Election Meeting Room, 1457 N. Fayetteville St., 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, Assistant County Manager
William Johnson, County Attorney Ben Morgan, Clerk to the Board Dana Crisco, and Deputy
Clerk to the Board Jenny Parks. Chaplain Bill Hatfield from the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office
gave the invocation, and everyone recited the Pledge of Allegiance. The meeting was live
streamed on 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.
Tim Saunders, 1402 East Allred Street, Asheboro, encouraged everyone to take advantage of
the poll worker training that the Board of Elections offers. Poll workers are needed for the
upcoming election. He said people have the right to bear arms but wanted to remind those people
not to bring firearms into the polls out of respect for those working. The workers have a right to
feel safe.
Chairman Frye recognized Melissa Johnson, Director of Elections, and stated they are starting
training tomorrow for the poll workers.
Sean Walker, 2748 Eden Forest Drive, Sophia, said he feels that the cost of COVID-19
vaccines at $450 per vaccine for children and $150 per vaccine for adults seems extreme. He
would like to see a breakdown of what exactly is being paid for per vaccine at these costs.
Brantley Craft, Randolph County Economic Development Corporation (RCEDC), introduced
himself as the existing Industry Director for the RCEDC. He thanked the Board for their
consideration of approving the Industry Appreciation Proclamation on the Consent Agenda.
Annually, the first Friday in October is designated as Manufacturing Day and events will be taking
place across the county in observance. The RCEDC plans to celebrate local industry with a variety
of events including industry tours, a forklift rodeo, and an industry appreciation luncheon on
October 25, 2023. The RCEDC will also be announcing its 2023 Outstanding Industry of the Year
later this month. Manufacturers significantly contribute to the county’s tax base and support
services that help keep citizens safe and provide a high quality of life. Mr. Craft stated that often
local industries operate under the radar and do not seek credit for the impact they have on the
community at large. He thanked the Board for letting these local industries know they are worth
celebrating through the adoption of the Industry Appreciation Proclamation.
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Chairman Frye stated there have been several successful companies that have come into
Randolph County and grown. The contributions these companies have brought to Randolph
County have not gone unnoticed.
Commissioner Haywood stated the Tourism Development Authority (TDA), along with others,
helped raise funds for the Petty Tribute Park in Randleman. An extra $15,907 was raised, and the
extra funds are being turned over to Randleman to maintain this park. She thanked those involved
in raising those funds for doing so successfully. She encouraged everyone to visit the Petty Tribute
Park in Randleman.
Commissioner Haywood said although Randolph County does not handle housing, the County
can work in collaboration with municipalities on this issue. She said there is a request for support
of Wainman Homes, Inc. Grant Application on the Consent Agenda. This grant will be used to
renovate the Wainman Homes complex which has 51 one-bedroom apartments and serves those
ages 55 years of age and older. The Board is becoming more aware of the different types of
housing needs, including ways to help the community with these issues and learning of grants that
may be available for Randolph County to assist the municipalities.
Chairman Frye said that the Wainman Homes, Inc. Grant Application item on the Consent
Agenda is only a request for a letter of support for this grant.
Chairman Frye stated Waste Management donated $25,000 toward the Petty Tribute Park in
Randleman and he thanked them publicly for their contribution.
Consent Agenda
On motion of McDowell, seconded by Haywood, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the Consent
agenda, as presented, as follows:
approve Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes of September 5, 2023; Special
Meeting Minutes of August 31, 2023; and Closed Session Minutes of September 5, 2023;
approve support of Wainman Homes, Inc. Grant Application;
approve Proclamation for Industry Appreciation Month as follows:
Randolph County Economic Development Corporation
Industry Appreciation Month
October 2023
WHEREAS, the County of Randolph is pleased to have a thriving community of
industries to support the local economy; and
WHEREAS, these industrial companies provide essential employment
opportunities for the citizens of the County of Randolph; and
WHEREAS, these industrial companies provide local revenues from which the
entire citizenry benefit; and
WHEREAS, industrial businesses make considerable contributions to our families
and communities, often improving the overall quality of life; and
WHEREAS, we recognize and appreciate these industrial businesses;
NOW, THEREFORE, we, the Board of Commissioners of Randolph County, do
hereby recognize our existing industrial businesses and by virtue of this proclamation
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give notice to our citizens that the month of October 2023 is Industry Appreciation
Month in the County of Randolph;
approve reclassification of DSS Attorney I to DSS Attorney II;
approve Deep River Trail Project Contract and Budget Amendment as follows:
Deep River Trail Capital Project Ordinance
Budget Amendment #5
Revenues Increase Decrease
Restricted Intergovernmental $860,828
4245,154
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Engineering $158,000
Construction $702,828
approve six (6) TDA Budget Amendments as follows:
2023-2024 Budget Ordinance
TDA - Budget Amendment #24
Revenues Increase Decrease
Appropriated Fund Balance $100,000
4245,154
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Marketing $100,000
2023-2024 Budget Ordinance
TDA - Budget Amendment #25
Revenues Increase Decrease
Appropriated Fund Balance $30,000
4245,154
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Operating $30,000
2023-2024 Budget Ordinance
TDA - Budget Amendment #26
Revenues Increase Decrease
Appropriated Fund Balance $12,500
Appropriations 4245,154Increase Decrease
Marketing $12,500
2023-2024 Budget Ordinance
TDA - Budget Amendment #27
Revenues Increase Decrease
Miscellaneous $15,908
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Tourism Related $15,908
2023-2024 Budget Ordinance
TDA - Budget Amendment #28
Revenues Increase Decrease
Investment Earnings $13,500
4245,
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Appropriations Increase Decrease
Marketing $13,500
2023-2024 Budget Ordinance
TDA - Budget Amendment #29
Revenues Increase Decrease
Appropriated Fund Balance $4,000
4245,154
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Operating Cost $4,000
approve Budget Amendment – Social Services Water Assistance ($48,772), as follows:
2022-2023 Budget Ordinance
General Fund—Budget Amendment #30
Revenues Increase Decrease
Restricted Intergovernmental $48,772
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Social Services $48,772
approve reclassification from Personal Property Technician to Personal Property
Appraiser;
approve Budget Amendment – Social Services ($25,208) as follows:
2023-2024 Budget Ordinance
General Fund - Budget Amendment #31
Revenues Increase Decrease
Restricted Intergovernmental $25,208
4245,154
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Social Services $25,208
approve Budget Amendment – Rural Water Infrastructure Capital Project Ordinance #6
($60,000), as follows:
Rural Water Infrastructure Capital Project Ordinance
Budget Amendment #6
Revenues Increase Decrease
Transfer from General Fund $60,000
Appropriations 4245,154Increase Decrease
Miscellaneous $60,000
Coronavirus Recovery Fund
Budget Amendment #16
Revenues Increase Decrease
Investment Earnings $60,000
4245,154
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Transfer to Rural Water Infrastructure $60,000
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approve Budget Amendment – Animal Services (108,600), as follows:
2023-2024 Budget Ordinance
General Fund - Budget Amendment #32
Revenues Increase Decrease
Miscellaneous $108,600
4245,15
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Animal Services $108,600
approve Budget Amendment – Strategic Planning Grant Carryover ($454,950), as follows:
2023-2024 Budget Ordinance
General Fund - Budget Amendment #33
Revenues Increase Decrease
Transfer from Well-Being Reserve $454,950
4245,154
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Other Human Services $62,177
Other Cultural and Recreational
$382,773
Appropriations
Other Education $10,000
approve Budget Amendment – Trinity College Highway Marker ($3,225), as follows:
2023-2024 Budget Ordinance
General Fund - Budget Amendment #34
Revenues Increase Decrease
Transfer from Well-Being Reserve $3,225
4245,15
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Other Cultural and Recreational
$3,225
Appropriations
appoint Justin Brubaker and Reappoint Will Massie and Dana Crisco to the Randoph
County Public Facilities Corporation.
Waste Management Annual Report
Bob Peeler, Waste Management Governmental Relations, gave the Waste Management Annual
Report. He introduced Mike McFeeley, District Manager, and several that were in attendance.
Since 2013 Waste Management has made over $14 million in payments to Randolph County and
paid over $7 million in taxes over this period. Some of the community groups that Waste
Management funding has gone to include the Shelter of Hope, Emmy’s House, Lydia’s Place, the
City of Asheboro McCrary Park, Randolph Heritage Conservancy, Trinity Museum, the Patterson
Cottage, the George Washington Carver After School Program, the 100 Man Project, Our Daily
Bread, and Rhino Leap Productions. The most recent annual check the County received from
Waste Management totaled over $1.2 million. The check for the excess tonnage that Waste
Management was granted the rights to was $464,207. Mr. Peeler stated Waste Management is
proud to be a partner with Randolph County.
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Chairman Frye stated the initial Waste Management funds were used to purchase property at
the Megasite. He said in the contract the first annual payment to the county was to be no less than
$1 million. Waste Management’s first payment was for $1,007,000. The funds have been used
for Strategic Planning issues, programs, and services in Randolph County.
Commissioner Kidd said the citizens of Randolph County appreciate the input they are being
asked to give during the Waste Management Citizens Advisory Committee meetings.
Waste Management Franchise Agreement Ordinance Amendment Public Hearing
Aimee Scotton, Associate County Attorney, stated that the County adopted the Waste
Management Franchise Ordinance in 2014, and it was modified once before in 2019. Waste
Management has requested further modifications to the ordinance. Specifically, the modifications
are summarized as follows:
Section 6(a) of the ordinance has been modified to provide that the property covered by
the franchise has expanded to include the entire 190-acre landfill, including both the
eastern and western sides of the power lines;
Section 6(c) of the ordinance updates the number of existing convenience centers owned
by the County from 4 to 6;
Section 9 has been modified to increase the projected useful life of the landfill to 25-30
years to reflect the use of the entire site.
Ms. Scotton said there will be a public hearing regarding the changes to the Waste Management
Franchise Ordinance held tonight. After the public hearing, the Board will hold the first of two
votes regarding the adoption of the modified Franchise Ordinance. The next vote will be held at
the next Randolph County Commissioners Meeting on November 6, 2023. She stated that each
speaker would be allowed five minutes to speak per the rules that were adopted.
Chairman Frye said this does not change the overall footprint of the landfill. This will begin
the process of moving power lines for Waste Management to have access to everything that was
originally agreed upon. This will be at Waste Management’s expense.
Chairman Frye opened the Public Hearing and closed it after everyone who wished to speak
had done so.
On motion by McDowell, seconded by Kidd, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the Waste
Management Franchise Agreement Ordinance Amendment.
Public Health Fee Changes
Tara Aker, Public Health Director, introduced her staff in attendance and stated Public Health
is requesting approval of two changes to the “Environmental Health Services” fee schedule. These
fee changes are related to recently adopted legislation \[Session Law 2023-90 (H628)\]. Ms. Aker
introduced Wayne Jones, the Environmental Health Director, and he reported on the changes in
this fee schedule, with a focus on private companies. Mr. Jones stated the recently adopted
legislation allows citizens to use privately licensed soil scientists to seek permits instead of using
the Environmental Health Department.
Vice-Chairman Allen asked if these changes would help with the workflow and backlog of their
office. Mr. Jones stated it may help some. He said a typical permit through the Health Department
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may run anywhere from $325-$390 for a typical three-bedroom house. He said if the landowner
wishes to use the services of Environmental Health, they will pay a lower cost. If they wish to use
outside agencies for services, then the landowner will pay approximately $1,200-$1,500. Mr.
Jones stated you must be a licensed soil scientist along with additional certifications to offer this
type of service privately.
Ms. Aker said that Mr. Jones just celebrated 31 years with Randolph County Government, and he
will be inducted into the Wastewater Hall of Fame during their conference this year.
Commissioner Haywood said that it is her understanding that the Environmental Health
Department willingly shares information regarding private service providers with citizens. Mr.
Jones said she was correct.
Ms. Aker stated, also being requested is the approval of additional clinic “VACCINES” fees in
the amount of $150 per vaccine, which includes the $130 per vaccine cost plus an additional $20
for shipping charges. The proposed fees are for the COVID-19 vaccine. Until recently, local
health departments were provided COVID-19 vaccines at no cost. Like other vaccines, the
COVID-19 vaccine has become commercialized, and Public Health must now pay for the vaccine.
Previously the Health Department did not charge a fee for the vaccine or the administration. With
the commercialization of the vaccine, the Health Department will begin assessing both an
administration fee and a vaccine fee.
Ms. Aker said several programs will remain in place that will offer the COVID-19 vaccine free
of charge.
Chairman Frye asked if there was a bulk price for the vaccines. Ms. Aker said they have not
been quoted a bulk price. The quote they received was for 20 doses of the vaccine.
Chairman Frye asked what insurance companies would cover the cost of COVID-19 vaccines.
Ms. Aker said she did not have that information, but Medicaid and Medicare would probably cover
most of the cost of the Moderna vaccine but was not sure about the Pfizer vaccine.
Commissioner Kidd asked about the Bridge Access Program and if the Health Department has
applied. Ms. Aker said that Health Departments are encouraged to apply for the Bridge Access
Program. Once accepted into this program the Health Department could receive state-supplied
vaccines at no charge to the local Health Department. These vaccines could be made available for
adults over the age of 19 who are ineligible for Medicaid and have no insurance, or if their
insurance does not cover the COVID-19 vaccine. The Randolph County Health Department has
not been approved for this program as of today.
Commissioner Kidd asked how many vaccines the Health Department will receive this year per
month. Ms. Aker said they will begin by ordering 20 vaccines and they will see how far those go.
Commissioner Kidd asked how many COVID-19 vaccines were given last month. Ms. Aker said
they have been averaging around 25 per month.
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Chairman Frye asked if these vaccines were booster shots. Ms. Aker said they are not calling
them booster shots currently, but they will probably be encouraged yearly.
Chairman Frye asked if all doses of the COVID-19 vaccine will cost $130. Ms. Aker stated
from the information she has been given; all doses will cost $130 per dose. If she finds the amount
per dose has changed, she will let the Board know.
Chairman Frye asked what the current demand for vaccines was. Ms. Aker said that citizens
have been calling inquiring if they have received new vaccines. She stated that they are
encouraging citizens to contact their provider for the vaccine if they have insurance.
Chairman Frye asked, out of the 20 doses that were purchased, were they all for adults or were
any for children. Ms. Aker stated they were all for adults due to the demand being low for doses
for children.
Commissioner Kidd asked what the shelf life was for the current vaccines being purchased.
Ms. Aker said although she does not know the exact shelf life, they have purchased individually
filled syringes to avoid wasting the vaccine. If they purchased vials, they would have to discard
the remainder in the vile within a few hours of it not being used.
Commissioner McDowell said he recently saw a commercial that was encouraging people to
get their COVID-19 vaccine at the same time as their flu shot. He asked if the Health Department
was recommending that be done. Ms. Aker said that was the current guidance and that is what
they are telling citizens.
Ms. Aker stated the updated fees, if approved, will be effective October 1, 2023.
On motion by Haywood, seconded by Allen, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the Public Health
fee changes as presented.
County Infrastructure Coordinator to the Classification Plan
Hal Johnson, County Manager, stated on December 14, 2022, the Randolph County Water and
Sewer Master Plan was completed. The Plan showed extensive utility needs in the eastern and
northeastern segments of Randolph County due to both industrial and residential growth
anticipated because of the Toyota Megasite and the Chatham Advanced Manufacturing (CAM)
site located on the border of Randolph County in Chatham County. The Plan also highlighted the
need for capacity improvements to the provision of water/sewer infrastructure within the
Seagrove-Ulah Water District.
The new State budget contains $85,034,311 for Randolph County water/sewer projects and an
additional $2,450,000 in capital project support. This is in addition to Federal ARPA funding that
has been allocated to Randolph County.
The tremendous infrastructure improvement opportunities that will now be available because
of this funding will result in the need for Randolph County government to strengthen its staffing
devoted to new infrastructure development. Currently, County Engineer Paxton Arthurs and
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Assistant County Manager William Johnson are providing the coordination for these projects.
They are doing a tremendous job, however, because of this new state funding, there is a need to
add an additional staff person to provide coordination and support.
County Manager Johnson stated he is asking that the County Commissioners approve a new
County position of “County Infrastructure Coordinator” who will be responsible for technical work
overseeing, coordinating, and managing water and sewer construction projects in Randolph
County. This position would be responsible for the new construction of water/sewer systems,
coordinating assigned activities with other departments, outside agencies, and the public, while
providing administrative support to the County Engineer. Work would be performed under the
general direction of the County Engineer. This position will be Salary Grade 126.
If approved by the Board, recruitment would begin immediately, and the appropriate budget
adjustment will be on the Commissioners November 2023 agenda.
Chairman Frye said Mr. Arthurs has been on the front lines of the water and sewer
infrastructure. He said this position would be beneficial to assisting Mr. Arthurs with these
projects, along with the other projects throughout the county.
Vice-Chairman Allen said Mr. Arthurs has a lot on his plate currently and this position will be
an asset to assisting him with the projects throughout the county.
On motion by Allen, seconded by McDowell, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the addition of a
County Infrastructure Coordinator to the Classification Plan.
Consider Resolution Adopting 2024 Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Schedule
On motion by McDowell, seconded by Allen, the Board voted 5-0 to adopt the Resolution for
the 2024 Commissioner Meeting Schedule as follows:
Resolution Adopting 2024 Meeting Schedule of the
Randolph County Board of Commissioners
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.C.G.S. 153A-40(a), the board of commissioners shall
hold a regular meeting at least once a month; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.C.G.S. 153A-40(a) the board of commissioners may,
by resolution, fix the time and place of its regular meetings; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Randolph County Board of
Commissioners hereby adopts the following meeting schedule for all of its 2023
regular meetings:
Tuesday, January 2 Monday, July 8
Monday, February 5 Monday, August 5
Monday, March 4 Tuesday, September 3
Monday, April 1 Monday, October 7
Monday, May 6 Monday, November 4
Monday, June 3 Monday, December 2
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the regular meetings shall begin at 6:00 p.m.;
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FURTHER, that all regular meetings shall be held in the 1909 Historic
Courthouse, 145-C Worth St., Asheboro, NC 27203; and
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that the Clerk shall cause a copy of this resolution
to be posted and published pursuant to NCGS 153A-40.
Annual Special Joint Meeting with the Randolph County School Board
On motion by Allen, seconded by Kidd, the Board voted 5-0 to set the annual Joint meeting
with the Randolph County Board of Education for January 8, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. in the Board of
Education Meeting Room.
County Manager’s Update
County Manager Hal Johnson reminded the Board there will be a zoning appeal on October 16,
2023, at the Old Historic Courthouse at 6:00 p.m.
County Manager Johnson reminded the Board on October 26, 2023, there will be a Joint Public
Hearing with the Planning Board and the Board of Commissioners to consider the updated Growth
Management Plan. This will be the first Joint Public Hearing of these two Boards and will be held
at the Old Historic Courthouse at 6:00 p.m.
Commissioner Updates
Chairman Frye asked the County Manager to place Keaton’s Place on the November Board
Agenda for reconsideration of Opioid Funding.
Chairman Frye said he, Vice-Chairman Allen, Commissioner Haywood, and Commissioner
McDowell attended the State Conference in Raleigh recently.
Commissioner McDowell said he learned a lot about the opioid epidemic when he attended the
State Conference.
Vice-Chairman Allen said Chairman Frye continues to serve on the Board of Directors for the
County Commissioners Association. He said he will also be serving on the Board of Directors as
well as an at-large member. Randolph County will have great representation this year. Chairman
Frye serves as a Past President of the Board of Directors.
Commissioner Kidd thanked our local legislative delegation for all their work and support for
Randolph County and the funding they have advocated for the county.
Chairman Frye thanked our local legislators for keeping the Board informed as well as for their
hard work and support for Randolph County.
Adjournment
At 7:15 pm 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 Jenny Parks, Deputy Clerk to the Board
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