240102 Regular Meeting
January 2, 2024
The Randolph County Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 6:00 p.m.
in the Randolph County Office Building, Meeting Room A, 725 McDowell Road, Asheboro, NC.
Chairman Darrell Frye, Vice-Chairman David Allen, Commissioner Kenny Kidd, Commissioner
Maxton McDowell, and Commissioner Hope Haywood were present. Also present were 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. Bishop Michael Trogdon ave the
invocation, and everyone recited the Pledge of Allegiance. The meeting was live streamed on
YouTube.
Special /Recognitions
Cathy Moffitt retired on January 1, 2024, with 25 Years of Service with the Department of
Social Services. Ms. Moffitt was recognized by Tracie Murphy, Department of Social Services
Director, after which, Chairman Frye presented her with an engraved clock on behalf of the Board.
Hal Johnson retired on December 31, 2023, with 48 Years of Service with Randolph County
Government. Mr. Johnson was recognized by Chairman Frye after which he was presented with
an engraved clock on behalf of Board. Chairman Frye also recognized him with the Long Leaf
Pine Award. Senator Dave Craven recognized Mr. Johnson with a recording of his years of service
in the Senate Journal award on behalf of Lieutenant Governor who serves as President of the Senate
Mark Robinson, Senate Pre Tempore Phil Berger and himself for serving 48 years with Randolph
County Government.
On motion by Allen, seconded by Haywood, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the following
Proclamation:
WHEREAS, Hal Johnson started his employment with Randolph County Government
in 1975; and
WHEREAS, prior to his employment with the County, he had graduated from Pfeiffer
College and served in the US Army; and
WHEREAS,
capacities until he became Planning Director in July 1985; and
WHEREAS, in 1991, Hal was appointed by Governor Jim Martin to represent the
N.C. Association of County Commissioners and Municipalities as a member of the NC
Environmental Erosion Control Commission; and
WHEREAS, in 1997, he was appointed by the Board of County Commissioners to
serve as Chairman of the newly established Tourism Development Authority
representing the County and all its municipalities; and
WHEREAS, in 2008, Hal was again appointed by the Board of County
Commissioners to serve as the Chairman Historic Landmark
Preservation Commission; and
WHEREAS, he remained the Planning and Zoning Director until December 2014;
and
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WHEREAS, in December 2014, he became the County Manager and served until his
retirement in December 2023; and
WHEREAS, he has made numerous contributions to the County including two
countywide Strategic Plans, the creation of the Unified Development Ordinance, and
Development Advisory Team.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the Randolph County Board of
Commissioners does hereby give great thanks and appreciation to Mr. Johnson for his
vision and leadership that have continued throughout his 48 years of service to the
County and its citizens.
BE IT FURTHER PROCLAIMED that the Board and employees of the County wish
Mr. Johnson the best health, safety, and well-being in his retirement.
Interim County Manager
On motion by Allen, seconded by Haywood, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the following
resolution appointing William Massie as Interim County Manager:
RESOLUTION APPOINTING INTERIM COUNTY MANAGER
WHEREAS, because of the retirement of Hal Johnson effective December 31, 2023,
the position of Randolph County Manager is now vacant; and
WHEREAS, William Massie
served as Assistant County Manager; and
WHEREAS, the Randolph County Board of Commissioners finds it necessary to
appoint an Interim County Manager in order to promote the continued orderly and
efficient administration of County affairs; and
WHEREAS, North Carolina General Statute 153A-84 provides that when the position
of County Manager is vacant, the Board shall designate a qualified person to exercise the
powers and perform the duties of County Manager until the vacancy is filled; and
WHEREAS, the Board finds that William Massie should be appointed as Interim
County Manager and be vested with the powers and duties of County Manager as set out
in North Carolina General Statute 153A-82 until such time that the Board shall fill the
vacancy of the County Manager.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of
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Randolph County, this 2 day of January 2024, as follows:
On motion of Allen, seconded by McDowell, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the Updated Order
of Succession Policy.
Public Comment Period
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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.
David Essick, 589 Colony Road, Asheboro, stated he was in attendance tonight with the same
issue he has with the Register of Deeds as he brought to the Board in December. He stated the
Register of Deeds is not acting appropriately and is not doing what is supposed to be done. He
was also concerned about his email not being received by the Board in a timely manner from
December. Chairman Frye stated the Board received his email from December the next morning.
Mr. Essick stated he is concerned that the emails being sent to the Board through the County
website are being filtered and chosen as to which ones are forwarded on to the Board.
Consent Agenda
Center Board.
Commissioner Haywood stated that ARPA funds will be used to fund
Approve Budget Amendment Seagrove-
$3,350,000. She said the Board is pleased to allocate these funds to the wastewater treatment
plant, the plant has no capacity currently, but these funds will give them the capacity to grow. She
said this plant is run by the Seagrove-Ulah Water Authority. She stated that these funds will not
be awarded for several months, and she recommended there be a joint meeting with the Board of
County Commissioners and the Seagrove-Ulah Water Authority Board to discuss long term goals
and operations of this plant before these funds are dispersed.
On motion of Kidd, 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 December 4, 2023; and
Closed Session Minutes of November 27, 2023, December 4, 2023, and December 11,
2023;
accept Bequest for Library Trust from Betty W. Bunker Trust;
approve Budget Amendment Insurance Reimbursement ($17,254);
2023-2024 Budget Ordinance
Budget Amendment #50
Revenues Increase Decrease
Miscellaneous $17,254
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Public Buildings $17,254
approve Budget Amendment Transfer to Emergency Telephone System Fund
($6,004);
2023-2024 Budget Ordinance
Budget Amendment #51
Revenues Increase Decrease
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Appropriated Fund Balance $6,004
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Transfer to Emergency Telephone System
$6,004
Fund
Emergency Telephone System Fund
Budget Amendment #51
Revenues Increase Decrease
Transfer from General Fund $6,004
Appropriations Increase Decrease
E-911 System $6,004
approve Budget Amendment Building Inspections ($565,855);
2023-2024 Budget Ordinance
Budget Amendment #52
Revenues Increase Decrease
Permits and Fees $565,855
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Building Inspections $565,855
approve Budget Amendment Public Works ($71,200);
2023-2024 Budget Ordinance
Budget Amendment #53
Revenues Increase Decrease
Appropriated Fund Balance $71,200
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Public Works $71,200
approve Budget Amendment Seagrove-Ulah Wastewater Capital Project
($3,350,000);
Coronavirus Recovery Grant Fund
Budget Amendment #18
Revenues Increase Decrease
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Transfer to Rural Water Infrastructure
$3,350,000
Fund
$3,350,000
Contingency
Seagrove-Ulah WWTP Capital Project Ordinance
Budget Amendment #4
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Revenues Increase Decrease
Sales Tax Reimbursements $6,200
Transfer from the Coronavirus Recovery $3,350,000
Fund
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Construction $2,467,000
$394,500
Professional Services
$248,000
Miscellaneous
Contingency $246,700
approve Budget Amendment Coronavirus Recovery Grant Project Amendment #17
($2,568,451);
Coronavirus Recovery Grant Project Ordinance
Budget Amendment #17
Revenues Increase Decrease
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Public Health $2,279,268
Internet Access Programs $1,921
Rehiring Public Sector Staff $287,262
Contingency $2,568,451
Public Health Bridge Access Program for Covid-19 Vaccines;
2023-2024 Budget Ordinance
Budget Amendment #54
Revenues Increase Decrease
Restricted Intergovernmental $116,848
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Public Health $116,848
approve Budget Amendment Opioid Abatement Funding for County Departments;
2023-2024 Budget Ordinance
Budget Amendment #55
Revenues Increase Decrease
Transfer from Opioid Abatement Fund $150,000
Appropriated Fund Balance $50,000
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Juvenile Day Reporting $50,000
Social Services $50,000
approve the Reclassification of Outreach Support Specialist to a Public Health
Educator I;
approve Budget Amendment Economic Development ($265,873);
2023-2024 Budget Ordinance
Budget Amendment #56
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Revenues Increase Decrease
Property Taxes $265,873
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Other Economic and Physical
$265,873
Development Appropriations
On motion of McDowell, seconded by Haywood, with Kidd abstaining, the Board voted
4-0 to approve to Ratify Vote to Approve Loan for the Family Crisis Center.
Annal Audit Report
April Adams, Partner, Cherry Bekaert, LLC, gave the 2023 Randolph County Annual Audit
Report. She gave a brief PowerPoint presentation which reflected no concerns nor issues with this
audit.
thanked the Board for their consideration of renaming
a section of Highway 134 in memory of his father.
Chairman Frye asked Mr. Cox how long he expects this process to take once the Resolution is
approved. Mr. Cox stated he hopes it will be completed by the Spring 2024.
On motion by Haywood, seconded by McDowell, the Board voted 5-0, to approve the
RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF RECOGNITION
WHEREAS,
and
WHEREAS-Davidson in Asheboro, Rock Hill, SC and
Mansfield, PA; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Cox made numerous contributions to the community, the State, and
the nation; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Cox was instrumental in establishing the Harley Owners Group
(HOG) in 1983 for the Harley-Davidson Motor Company in Milwaukee, WI.; and
WHEREAS-Davidson was one of the first to join HOG which, today,
has over 1 million members; and
WHEREAS-Davidson has been awarded
numerous accolades from Harley-Davidson Motor Company; and
WHEREAS, his vision, leadership, and generosity have touched the lives of so many;
and
WHEREAS, his fundraising and donations have benefited numerous philanthropies
including Hospice, Relay for Life, the Jimmy V Foundation, the Muscular Dystrophy
Association, and the Pediatric Brain Foundation; and
WHEREAS,
which continues to this day; and
WHEREAS, the community and his family wish to name a five (5) mile portion of
Hwy 134 to honor his accomplishments and legacy.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Randolph County Board of
Commissioners does hereby support the naming of a section of Hwy 134 in memory of
New Road Names Around the Megasite Public Hearing
Tonya Caddle, Planning and Zoning Director, stated on December 5, 2023, the Randolph
County Planning Board conducted legislative hearings on the following requests to name new
roads:
1. MICHAEL LEE LN. - A request to name a new road from the intersection of Old
Red Cross Rd and a new State Road to the intersection of Shiloh Rd. The Planning
Board voted Unanimously for approval of the request.
2. OLD RED CROSS RD. - A request to name a new road from the intersection of Old
Red Cross Rd to the intersection of Shiloh Rd. The Planning Board voted Unanimously
for approval of the request.
3. PIERCE DENNY RD A request to name a new road from the intersection of Julian
Airport Rd to the end as requested by the residents along the road. The Planning Board
voted Unanimously for approval of the request.
4. CAMELA WAY - A request to name a new road from the intersection of Dogwood
Way to the end. The Planning Board voted Unanimously for approval of the request.
5. DOGWOOD LN - A request to name a new road going into the west side of the
Greensboro Randolph Megasite as requested by Toyota Battery Manufacturing. The
Planning Board voted Unanimously for approval of the request.
6. CAROLINA LILY RD A request to name a new road going into the south side of
the Greensboro Randolph Megasite as requested by Toyota Battery Manufacturing.
The road was requested by a citizen to not be named Carolina Lily Rd but instead
Dodson Lake Rd in honor of his grandfather and as a way to remember Dodson Lake.
The Planning Board voted Unanimously for approval of Dodson Lake Rd instead of
Carolina Lily Rd.
Chairman Frye excused himself due to extreme coughing and asked Vice-Chairman Allen
to continue the meeting.
Vice-Chairman Allen opened the Public Hearing and closed it once everyone wished to speak
had done so.
On motion by Allen, seconded by McDowell, the Board voted 4-0, to approve the six new road
names as recommended by the Planning Board.
Tourism Development Authority (TDA) Annual Report
Amber Scarlett, TDA Director, said in reviewing their past year, it is important to restate their
mission to unify and lead the County in developing the Health 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 remains
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 their success are those that highlight the combined effort between TDA and their tourism
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destination partners and stakeholders. TDA was able to continue its successes in 2022 with a level
Ms. Scarlett stated the intended purpose of this annual report is to provide accountability by
looking back at the progress achieved. This report delivers a glimpse of the challenging work
accomplished. A quick snapshot indicates the true, realistic recovery from the COVID-19
pandemic within the tourism industry and Randolph County. Randolph County had an increase of
4% in visitor spending and the occupancy tax revenues increased by 3.2% in comparison to 2021.
Ms. Scarlett reported on
to set new strategic benchmarks for their future tourism marketing wins.
Commissioner Haywood said she was pleased to see one of the top visitor requests was the
Deep River State Trail Map.
Commissioner McDowell stated it was good see that Randolph County was being discovered
by tourists. Ms. Scarlett said Randolph County was not a hidden gem anymore.
Purchase of Six (6) Dodge Durangos
Sheriff Seabolt stated t
2024 Dodge Durango Pursuit vehicles. Their intention is to acquire these vehicles through the
North Carolina Statewide Vehicle Contract, which governs procurement for State agencies,
community colleges, universities, and select local government entities, ensuring cost-effective and
fair acquisition of goods and services.
Under the North Carolina Statewide Vehicle Contract, Performance Automotive has been
awarded the bid (#202100002) as the designated supplier. The total cost for the purchase of six
Dodge Durango vehicles amounts to $258,592.98. It is worth noting that the funding for these
acquisitions has been included in the Sheriff's Office budget for the 2023-2024 fiscal year.
In accordance with the Randolph County Purchasing Policy, which mandates that purchases
exceeding $90,000 require approval from the Board of Commissioners, kindly
seeks authorization to proceed with this procurement.
The acquisition of these six Dodge Durango Pursuit vehicles will significantly enhance the
operational capabilities of our Sheriff's Office, particularly in terms of law enforcement tasks that
require reliable and robust vehicles. The Dodge Durango Pursuit models provide the necessary
performance, agility, and durability to support law enforcement efforts effectively.
Sheriff Seabolt stated requestconsideration and approval of
this request to enable initiation of the purchase process and ensure timely delivery of the vehicles.
Vice-Chairman Allen asked why they chose Durangos. Sheriff Seabolt stated those are the
only vehicles they can get at this time.
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Commissioner McDowell asked if these vehicles would add to their fleet or were they
replacement vehicles. Sheriff Seabolt stated these are replacement vehicles.
On motion by Haywood, seconded by McDowell, the Boad voted 4-0, to approve the purchase
of six (6) Dodge Durangos in the amount of $258,593.
Purchase of Three (3) Chevy Tahoes
Chief Donovan Davis stated pursuant to G.S. 143-
participation in a competitive group purchasing program from established competitive bidding,
requested the Board approval to purchase three (3) 2024 Chevy SSV (package) 4 x 4 Tahoes
from Modern Chevrolet of Winston-Salem, North Carolina. These would be replacement quick-
response vehicles (QRV).
Modern Chevrolet, on December 5, 2023, provided a quote that includes three (3) 2024 Chevy
SSV (package) 4 x 4 Tahoes listed for a total purchase of $171,126 ($57,042 per vehicle, including
the SSV option package and delivery).
competitive bidding process under Contract #22-08-0913RR.
On motion by Haywood, seconded by McDowell, the Board voted 4-0, to approve the purchase
of three (3) Chevy Tahoes in the amount of $171,126 from Modern Chevrolet in Winston-Salem,
NC.
Transfer of Healthcare Grant to Northwest Randolph Human Services Project
Will Massie, Interim County Manager/Finance Officer, stated in 2022, Randolph County
received a $4,000,000 state grant for healthcare, which initially was planned for the hospital
psychiatric renovation project. Since that project was not feasible, the County can use a portion
of the grant funds for the acquisition and renovation of the Northwest Randolph Human Services
Center building on Balfour Ave in Archdale in addition, one million dollars of the healthcare grant
can be used for the principal payment for the Rural Health Stabilization loan, resulting in a
reimbursement to the General Fund.
The Balfour Ave facility was initially financed wholly with county funds, so a portion of the
advance can be returned to the General Fund and the remainder to replace funds in the Capital
Reserve budget.
On motion by McDowell, seconded by Kidd, the Board voted 4-0, to approve the transfer of
funds from the Healthcare Grant to the Northwest Randolph Human Services Project along with
the associated Budget Amendments as follows:
General Fund
Budget Amendment #57
Revenues Increase Decrease
Transfer from Hospital Psychiatric
$1,000,000
Renovation Capital Project
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Transfer from NEW Randolph Human
$842,726
Services Center Project
Appropriated Fund Balance $842,726
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Transfer to Capital Reserve $1,000,000
Hospital Psychiatric Renovation Capital Project Ordinance
Budget Amendment #1
Revenues Increase Decrease
Investment earnings $244,875
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Transfer to NW Randolph Human
$3,245,875
Services Center Project
Transfer to General Fund $1,000,000
$4,000,000
Construction
$1,000
Contingency
Northwest Randolph Human Services Central Capital Project Ordinance
Amendment #5
Revenues Increase Decrease
Transfer from Hospital Psychiatric
$3,245,875
Renovation Capital Project
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Transfer to Capital Reserve $2,403,149
Transfer to General Fund $842,726
Capital Reserve Ordinance
Budget Amendment #4
Revenues Increase Decrease
Transfer to NW Randolph Human
$2,403,149
Services Center Project
Transfer from General Fund $1,000,000
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Transfer to General Fund $3,403,149
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Date and Location of Annual Retreat
Vice-Chairman Allen stated the Board typically holds a Board Retreat to become better
informed on current topics. This allows the Commissioners to ask questions and discuss policy in
an informal setting. A retreat provides the Board an opportunity to identify priorities and to guide
Ideally, the 2024 Retreat could be held before departments
complete work on their 2024-25 budgets.
Interim County Manager Will Massie said staff has been working on reserving the Wolfpack
Room at the Cooperative Extension (CES). CES recommends the date of March 13, 2024, for the
Annual Retreat. CES staff will be providing a lunch for the Board as well.
On motion by McDowell, seconded by Haywood, the Board voted 4-0, to set the date for the
Annual Retreat for March 13, 2024, in the Wolfpack Room at Cooperative Extension with lunch
being served at noon and the retreat to begin at 1:00 p.m.
Interim County Manager Will Massie reminded the Board of the following upcoming dates:
January 8, 2024 is the joint meeting with Randolph County Board of Education.
January 22, 2024 is a Zoning Appeal followed by Leadership Discussion with Randolph
Community College.
Commissioner Updates
Vice-Chairman Allen shared that the next several Board Meetings will be held in the Randolph
County Office Building Meeting Room A, 725 McDowell Road, Asheboro, while the Old Historic
Courthouse is being renovated.
Commissioner Haywood shared that the North Carolina Association of County Commissioners
transitions that Veterans face as they move from being actively in the service into their civilian
lives. She said that our County Veterans Services Office is very important in connecting Veterans
to services and this documentary highlights how Veterans Services can help them get connected.
There will be three screenings in Randolph County as follows: January 28, 2024, at the Sunset
Theater; February 3, 2024, at The Liberty Town Hall; and February 6, 2024, at the Archdale Public
Library.
Vice-Chairman Allen gave an update on issues with the Sandhills Mental Health Center. There
was a voluntary merger between Sandhills and Eastpoint combined several counties into one
area. This would make a 29 member Board to decide on services. Fifteen seats would be from
Sandhills, fourteen seats would be from Eastpoint and Randoph County would hold two of those
seats. Secretary Kinsley stated in November 2023 the merger would be opted out of and they
would be taking Sandhills and Eastpoint and combining them with Trillium. Trillium is a 28
member county provider along the east coast of North Carolina. As of this past Friday, Vice-
Chairman Allen stated he received an email from the Eastpoint Board indicating they have
. In these appointments, there is no
seat for a Randolph County representative even though Randolph County is one of the larger
counties being represented. Vice-Chairman Allen stated there will be a meeting this Friday with
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Trillium to get a better understanding of what all of this means and why Randolph County was left
out of this process.
Commissioner McDowell thanked Vice-Chairman Allen for the update on the Sandhills Mental
Health issues. Commissioner Haywood said this issue is very serious for those citizens needing
these types of services.
Vice-Chairman Allen said this process is being hurried through as part of the Medicaid
Expansion and those that need the help may not receive it.
Adjournment
At 7:32 pm on motion of McDowell, seconded by Haywood, the Board voted 4-0 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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