241007 Regular Meeting
October 7, 2024
The Randolph County Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 6:00 p.m. in the
Randolph County Office Building, 725 McDowell Rd. First Floor Meeting Room, 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 Zeb Holden, Assistant County Manager/Finance Officer Will Massie, Assistant County
Manager William Johnson, County Attorney Ben Morgan, Deputy Clerk to the Board Jenny Parks,
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 YouTube.
Dessaree Walter retired August 29, 2024 from Emergency Services with 21 years of service.
Ms. Walter was recognized by Major Alan King, after which, Chairman Frye presented her with
an engraved clock on behalf of the Board.
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.
Hayley White, 6167 Zoo Parkway, Asheboro, NC 27205 has a house behind her house that is
vacant and has created vermin in her yard. She has gone to County Attorney Ben Morgan and
feels that he has not done enough to get this stopped. The address of the property in question is
3033 Rainbow Loop.
Isaac Hoffman, 6482 Old Post Office Rd., Thomasville, has been trying since 2001 to have
the TASC Gun Range stopped. There have been many steps taken by the neighbors and the gun
range. Mr. Hoffman and his neighbors have been able to get their property values lowered by the
Tax Department due to the proximity of the range to their homes. The gun range still operates.
He asked the Commissioners for their help.
Amy Wang, 1482 Fuller Mill Rd., Thomasville, feels the gun range is illegal and the County
should do something. It should be the Planning and Zoning Board’s responsibility to stop the gun
range. The County is losing taxes because surrounding owners are having their property values
lowered. This is due to an owner who doesn’t live near the range. The Commissioners need to
instruct the Planning and Zoning board on what they should do to stop this gun range.
Pam Thayer, 1570 Fuller Mill Rd., Thomasville, lives near the gun range and it sounds like a
war zone. There are no time limits for shooting. She also has environmental concerns with the
lead in the bullets.
Ed Lietz, 6758 Blue Quartz Dr., Thomasville, enjoys the peace and quiet then the gun range
noise starts. He cannot even go out on his porch on Easter Sunday without hearing high caliber
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weapons being shot. He wants to know why this continues to be allowed. He wants the community
and the gun range folks to meet and come up with some rules.
Kevin Franklin, 176 N. Fayetteville St., Asheboro, President of the Economic Development
Corporation (EDC), is advocating for Industry Appreciation month. Randolph County continues
to have a strong industrial background. These businesses create new jobs. They are the largest
taxpayers and employers. They give back to communities. They not only do good business, but
they also have people serve on boards. This Proclamation kicks off the month. The EDC will be
celebrating Industry the whole month of October.
John Motzinger, 6606 Old Post Office Rd., Thomasville, works third shift. He has trouble
sleeping during the day while the gun range is being used. He tries not to bother others. He
understands that they are exercising their gun rights. His neighbor complained about the gun range
and had his mailbox knocked down.
Commissioner Haywood asked how much the fee was for the gun range. The response was
$125 per year for a family which also allows for 2 guests.
Consent Agenda
Chairman Frye read the Industry Appreciation Month Proclamation aloud.
Commissioner Haywood asked everyone to light their home or business with a green light to
honor Veterans and their families during the week of November 4-11.
On motion of Haywood, 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 September 3, 2024 and
Special Meeting Minutes of August 19, 2024 and August 27, 2024, and Closed Session
Minutes of September 3, 2024;
adopt Proclamation for Industry Appreciation Month, as follows:
Randolph County Economic Development Corporation
Industry Appreciation Month
October 2024
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.
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NOW, THEREFORE, we, the Board of Commissioners of Randolph County, do
hereby recognize our existing industrial businesses and by virtue of this Proclamation
give notice to our citizens that the month of October 2024 is Industry Appreciation
Month in the County of Randolph.
adopt Resolution for Operation Green Light, as follows:
RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF OPERATION GREEN LIGHT
WHEREAS, the residents of Randolph County have great respect, admiration, and
the utmost gratitude for all of the men and women who have selflessly served our
country and this community in the Armed Forces; and
WHEREAS, the contributions and sacrifices of the men and women who served in
the Armed Forces and who have paid the high price for freedom by placing themselves
in harm’s way for the good of all have been vital in maintaining the freedoms and way
of life enjoyed by our citizens; and
WHEREAS, Veterans continue to serve our community in the American Legion,
Veterans of Foreign Wars, religious groups, civil service, and by functioning as
County Veteran Service Officers to help former fellow service members access more
than $52 billion in federal health, disability, and compensation benefits each year;
and
WHEREAS, approximately 200,000 service members transition to civilian
communities annually and an estimated 20 percent increase will occur in the near
future; and
WHEREAS, studies indicate that 44-72 percent of service members experience
high levels of stress during transition from military to civilian life and are at a high
risk for suicide during their first year after military service; and
WHEREAS, Randolph County wishes to honor the service and sacrifice of our
men and women in uniform transitioning from active service as well as those who are
already Veterans.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Randolph County Board of
Commissioners does hereby declare the County as a Green Light for Veterans County
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from November 4 through November 11 and asks citizens to display a green light
at their homes and places of business.
reappoint Ross Holt, Shawn Patel, and Rebecca Petty Moffitt to the Randolph County
Tourism Development Authority;
reappoint Myra Gaddy to the Child Fatality Prevention Team;
appoint Justin Brubaker and reappoint Will Massie and Dana Crisco to the Randolph
County Public Facilities Corporation;
approve Budget Amendment - Sheriff's Office ($30,000), as follows:
2024-2025 Budget Ordinance
General Fund – Budget Amendment #21
Revenues Increase Decrease
Miscellaneous $30,000
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Sheriff $30,000
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approve Budget Amendment - United Way Grant for C.A.R.E. ($5,000), as follows:
2024-2025 Budget Ordinance
General Fund – Budget Amendment #22
Revenues Increase Decrease
Miscellaneous $5,000
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Sheriff $5,000
approve Budget Amendment - Smart Start Program Reduction (-$4,515), as follows:
2024-2025 Budget Ordinance
General Fund – Budget Amendment #23
Revenues Increase Decrease
Restricted Intergovernmental $4,515
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Public Health $4,515
approve Budget Amendment - Sheriff's Office ($33,490), as follows:
2024-2025 Budget Ordinance
General Fund – Budget Amendment #24
Revenues Increase Decrease
Restricted Fund Balance $33,490
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Sheriff $33,490
approve Project Amendment #7 - Seagrove - Ulah Wastewater Improvement
Capital Project ($300,000), as follows:
Rural Water Infrastructure Capital Project Ordinance
Amendment #7
Revenues Increase Decrease
Transfer from Coronavirus $300,000
Recovery Fund
NCDEQ State Directed Grant $300,000
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Coronavirus Recovery Fund
Budget Amendment #25
Revenues Increase Decrease
Appropriations Increase Decrease
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Transfer to Seagrove-Ulah Sewer $300,000
Project
Contingency $300,000
approve Project Amendment #8 - I-74 Industrial Center Sewer Project ($60,382), as
follows:
Randolph I-74 Industrial Center Sewer Capital Project Fund
Amendment #8
Revenues Increase Decrease
Transfer from Coronavirus $250,382
Recovery Fund
Sales Tax Refund $140,000
W&S Program Income $50,000
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Professional Fees $1,830
Land & Easements $1,029
Utility Construction $136,777
Contingency $73,536
Coronavirus Recovery Fund
Budget Amendment #26
Revenues Increase Decrease
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Transfer for I-74 Sewer Project $250,382
Contingency $250,382
approve Project Amendment #1 - PTRWA Water Connection Capital Project
($970,346), as follows:
PTRWA Water Connection Capital Project Ordinance
Amendment #1
Revenues Increase Decrease
Transfer from Coronavirus $770,346
Recovery Fund
Sales Tax Refund $100,000
W&S Program Income $100,000
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Construction $970,346
Coronavirus Recovery Fund
Budget Amendment #27
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Revenues Increase Decrease
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Transfer to PTRWA Water $770,346
Connection Project
Contingency $770,346
approve Budget Amendment - TDA 2025-04 ($60,000), as follows:
2024-2025 Budget Ordinance
General Fund – Budget Amendment #25
Revenues Increase Decrease
Appropriated Fund Balance $60,000
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Operating Costs $6,000
Marketing Costs $54,000
approve Budget Amendment - ASPCA - Subaru Grant ($6,000), as follows:
2024-2025 Budget Ordinance
General Fund – Budget Amendment #26
Revenues Increase Decrease
Miscellaneous $6,000
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Animal Services $6,000
approve Budget Amendment - Public Health Duke Endowment Award ($125,000), as
follows:
2024-2025 Budget Ordinance
General Fund – Budget Amendment #27
Revenues Increase Decrease
Miscellaneous $125,000
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Public Health $125,000
approve Project Amendment #28 - Coronavirus Recovery Fund ($25,555), as follows:
Coronavirus Recovery Fund
Budget Amendment #28
Revenues Increase Decrease
Investment Earnings $25,555
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Public Sector Capacity $25,555
approve Budget Amendment - Social Services Grant ($25,208), as follows:
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2024-2025 Budget Ordinance
General Fund – Budget Amendment #28
Revenues Increase Decrease
Restricted Intergovernmental $25,208
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Social Services $25,208
approve letter of support for Deep River Trail Randleman Blueway/Paddleway
grant application.
Land Purchase for Liberty Elementary School
Dr. Gainey, Randolph County Schools Superintendent, said the members of the Randolph
County Board of Education and he request approval of the "PURCHASE AND SALE
AGREEMENT" for the recommended site of the new Liberty Elementary School. This document
was included in the meeting packet for the Commissioners. He stated that he and the members of
the Randolph County Board of Education feel this piece of property is the best site for the new
Liberty Elementary School. If approved, the school system will move to the next stage of this
project, design work and bidding work.
Chairman Frye asked about the options. Dr. Gainey stated that they have 180 days to check
out the site and can extend that by 90 days if needed.
Chairman Frye inquired about the expected timeline. Dr. Gainey said he hoped to have the
school ready for students for the 27-28 school year.
Commissioner Haywood asked for clarification on the varying acreage noted. Dr. Gainey
explained that 32-40 acres would be dependent on the environmental studies with the goal being
32 acres.
Commissioner Haywood inquired if the land had been fully inspected. Dr. Gainey said that
was what would be done in the next 180 days.
Vice-Chairman Allen stated that road access may be a concern.
On motion of Allen, seconded by Haywood, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the Purchase and
Sale Agreement as presented for the property at 4547 Starmount Rd., Liberty, for a new Liberty
Elementary School.
Capital Improvement Plan Items
Assistant County Manager/Finance Officer Will Massie stated in June, the County established
the Randolph County Schools Facilities Capital Project Ordinance to account for school
construction and other project costs. In order to finance the cost of land for Liberty Elementary
School, a budget amendment is necessary. Funds can be temporarily advanced from the Capital
Reserve Fund.
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On motion of Allen, seconded by Haywood, the Board voted 5-0 to 1) approve the
Recommended Capital Project Amendments and 2) adopt the Resolution of the Board of
Commissioners for the County of Randolph Declaring its Intention to Reimburse Said County from
the Proceeds of One or More Tax-Exempt Financings for Certain Capital Expenditures, as
follows:
Randolph County School Facilities Capital Project Ordinance
Amendment #1
Revenues Increase Decrease
Transfer from Capital Reserve $2,100,000
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Property Acquisition $2,100,000
Capital Reserve Ordinance
Amendment #9
Revenues Increase Decrease
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Transfer to General Fund $2,100,000
Transfer to Randolph County $2,100,000
School Facilities Capital Project
RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS FOR
THE COUNTY OF RANDOLPH, NORTH CAROLINA,
DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO REIMBURSE SAID COUNTY
FROM THE PROCEEDS OF ONE OR MORE TAX-EXEMPT
FINANCINGS FOR CERTAIN CAPITAL EXPENDITURES
WHEREAS, the County of Randolph, North Carolina (the “County”), is a political
subdivision organized and existing under the laws of the State of North Carolina; and
WHEREAS, the County has determined to pay the cost of (a) acquiring, constructing
and equipping a new elementary school for Randolph County Schools (the “Liberty
Elementary School Project”), (b) acquiring, constructing and equipping a new high
school for Randolph County Schools (the “Randleman High School Project”) and (c)
constructing, renovating, equipping and improving an existing middle school for
Asheboro City Schools (the “South Asheboro Middle School Project”); and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners for the County (the “Board”) has
determined that certain moneys advanced and to be advanced by the County to pay
such expenditures (the “Expenditures”) are available only for a temporary period and
it is and will be necessary to reimburse the County for the Expenditures from the
proceeds of one or more tax-exempt financings of the County that are expected to be
authorized by the Board (collectively, the “Tax-exempt Financings”).
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board as follows:
Section 1. The Board hereby declares the County’s intent to reimburse the
County with the proceeds of the Tax-exempt Financings for the Expenditures.
The County reasonably expects on the date hereof that it will reimburse the
Expenditures with the proceeds of the Tax-exempt Financings.
Section 2. Each Expenditure was or will be (a) of a type properly chargeable to
a capital account under general federal income tax principles (determined in
each case as of the date of the Expenditure), (b) a cost of issuance with respect
to the Tax-exempt Financings, (c) a nonrecurring item that is not customarily
payable from current revenues or (d) a grant to a party that is not related to or
an agent of the County so long as such grant does not impose any obligation or
condition (directly or indirectly) to repay any amount to or for the benefit of the
County.
Section 3. The maximum principal amount of the Tax-exempt Financings
expected to be entered into (a) with respect to the Liberty Elementary School
Project, is $50,000,000, (b) with respect to the Randleman High School Project,
is $85,000,000, and (b) with respect to the South Asheboro Middle School
Project, is $10,000,000, in each case plus such additional amounts, if any, as
shall be determined to be reasonably necessary for the funding or payment of
costs of entering into the Tax-exempt Financings.
Section 4. The County will make a reimbursement allocation, which is a written
allocation by the County that evidences the County’s use of proceeds of the Tax-
exempt Financings to reimburse an Expenditure, no later than 18 months after
the later of the date on which the Expenditure is paid or the Project is placed in
service or abandoned, but in no event more than three years after the date on
which the Expenditure is paid. The County recognizes that exceptions are
available for certain preliminary expenditures, costs of issuance, certain de
minimis amounts, expenditures by small issuers (based on the year of issuance
and not the year of expenditure) and expenditures for construction projects of at
least five years.
Section 5. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its passage.
Purchase of Body Cameras
Chief Deputy Aundrea Azelton said the Randolph County Sheriff's Office is seeking to utilize
$2,533 in law enforcement restricted funds to purchase three body cameras. The use of body
cameras has become an essential tool in modern law enforcement, providing accountability,
transparency, and evidence collection. These cameras will help protect both our officers and the
citizens they serve by documenting interactions and improving overall safety.
On motion of Kidd, seconded by McDowell, the Board voted 5-0 to 1) approve the use of
restricted law enforcement funds to purchase three body cameras and 2) approve the associated
Budget Amendment, as follows:
2024-2025 Budget Ordinance
General Fund – Budget Amendment #29
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Revenues Increase Decrease
Restricted Fund Balance $2,533
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Sheriff $2,533
Town of Liberty Animal Control Service
County Manager Zeb Holden said that Animal Services Director Jonathon Moody was in
Western North Carolina rescuing domestic animals from the devastation created by Hurricane
Helene. Mr. Holden asked the Board to approve the contract for animal services for the Town of
Liberty. He noted that there would be no additional staffing needed at this time. The contract
would be from November 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. As the population of Liberty changes,
the annual contract amount would be recalculated.
On motion of Allen, seconded by Kidd, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the contract with the
Town of Liberty and Randolph County Animal Services, as presented.
Animal Services Advisory Board Strategic Plan
Leia Steigmann, Strategic Program Coordinator, presented for Animal Services Director
Jonathon Moody. She said Randolph County Animal Services consistently seeks ways to forward
its mission and improve the services it provides, safeguarding the public and ensuring the humane
treatment of animals.
Beginning in early 2024, Randolph County staff along with the Animal Services Advisory
Board began to develop a strategic plan to enable staff to better identify priorities and make goal
setting easier. The group looked at current strengths, weaknesses, threats, and opportunities and
selected priorities based on capacity, funding, and resources. Goals or “objectives” were then
selected with timeframes for completion to measure progress towards the chosen priorities.
This Strategic Plan for 2024-2027 was unanimously approved by the Animal Services Advisory
Board at its July meeting and has the support of Randolph County Staff.
On motion of Allen, seconded by Haywood, the Board 5-0 to approve the Randolph County
Animal Services Strategic Plan for 2024-2027.
Opioid Use Disorder Capacity Assessment
Public Health Director Tara Aker and Human Services Planner/Evaluator Rebecca Carlson
stated that Randolph County Public Health will contract with JG Research and Evaluation to
conduct an opioid use disorder system of care assessment for Randolph County. The assessment
is guided by four goals.
1. Identify current capacity of providers and pharmacies in the county that offer treatment
for opioid/substance use disorder and the number of patients they can serve.
2. Identify and explore gaps in service delivery systems and suggest recommendations to
improve them.
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3. Examine existing opioid/substance use disorder services and identify any barriers that
prevent people from getting care.
4. Create a map of the county’s opioid use disorder treatment system.
JG Research and Evaluation will use county-level data as well as data from questionnaires and
focus groups to conduct the assessment. Randolph County Public Health staff will prepare an
inventory of existing services in the community for the assessment. Upon completion of the
assessment, JG Research and Evaluation will complete a report. Information included in the report
will demonstrate where we are locally regarding opioid use disorder treatment. Report contents
may also be of benefit for future planning and decision-making purposes regarding the use of local
opioid settlement funds for supporting evidence-based strategies outlined in the opioid settlement
memorandum of agreement. The project cost will be $53,500 with an anticipated completion date
of June 2025. Designated opioid settlement funds will be used to fund the project.
Commissioner Kidd asked Assistant County Manager/Finance Officer Will Massie if there
were Opioid funds allocated for Public Health to use how they wished. Mr. Massie confirmed
there were.
2025 Meeting Schedule
On motion of Haywood, seconded by Kidd, the Board voted 5-0 to adopt the Resolution for the
2025 Regular Meeting Schedule for the Board of Commissioners, as follows:
Resolution Adopting 2025 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 its 2025 regular meetings:
Monday, January 6 Monday, July 7
Monday, February 3 Monday, August 4
Monday, March 10 Monday, September 8
Monday, April 7 Monday, October 6
Monday, May 5 Monday, November 3
Monday, June 2 Monday, December 1
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all regular meetings shall be held in the 1909 Historic
Courthouse, 145-C Worth St., Asheboro, NC 27203 and shall begin at 6:00 p.m.; 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.
Randolph County Board of Education Meeting
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On motion of Allen, seconded by Haywood, the Board voted 5-0 to set the annual meeting with
the Randolph County Board of Education for January 13, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. at the Board of
Education Meeting Room.
County Manager Update
County Manager Zeb Holden mentioned that many of our first responders were helping with
immediate needs in western North Carolina. Those counties will need assistance for many months
to come in more ways than just clean-up. They will need help from planning and zoning, tax and
other departments. “We are glad to be able to help,” he said.
Mr. Holden stated that next month’s meeting would finally be back in the Historic Courthouse
after many, many months.
Commissioners’ Updates
Chairman Frye spoke of the Eastern NC Home Consortium through the Piedmont Triad
Regional Council (PTRC) being approved. Burlington is the lead entity. Randolph County along
with Alamance, Caswell, Rockingham, and Davidson together can agree to obtain federal grant
funding for housing in the five-county area. Each county has two seats on the board.
Adjournment
At 7:04 p.m., on motion of Allen, seconded by Haywood, 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 Dana Crisco, Clerk to the Board
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