260706 Regular Meeting
July 6, 2026
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 Kenny Kidd, Commissioner David Allen, Commissioner
Hope Haywood, and Commissioner Lester Rivenbark were present. Also present were County
Manager Zeb Holden, Assistant County Manager/Finance Officer Will Massie, Deputy County
Manager William Johnson, County Attorney Ben Morgan, Deputy Clerk Amber Cole, and Clerk
to the Board Dana Crisco. Pastor Michael Mabe gave the invocation, and everyone recited the
Pledge of Allegiance. The meeting was livestreamed on YouTube.
Special Recognition
100-year-old Centenarian Ms. Tula Schenck of Asheboro, was honored by 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.
Judith West, 339 Gregg St., Archdale, said transparency should be the cornerstone of any
government action. She would like to know the process used for selecting the Library Board of
Trustees members.
Christy Overcash, 121 Ashland St., Archdale, is a School Librarian. She is concerned about
the public libraries in Randolph County.
Pat Miller, 4194 Millers Mill Rd., Trinity, spoke about the Library Board of Trustees. She is
asking for transparency in the process of selection of members.
Susan Scott, 516 W. Kivett St., Asheboro, spoke of the Library Board of Trustees ethics.
Charles White, 482 Fairfax Ct., Asheboro, is very upset about the lack of transparency for
naming the members of the Library Board of Trustees. This issue is not going away and the
citizens deserve that.
Harriet Moulder, 416 Rising Sun Way, Franklinville, read excerpts of a letter written to
General George Washington to illustrate her belief that the wishes of the Founding Fathers are not
being followed in regards to the Public Library.
Janice Carmac, 248 Browers Chapel Rd., Asheboro, is a housewife who took her children to
the library regularly. She and her husband are both avid readers. Books open up a world for
everyone.
Virginia Wall, 348 Lindley Ave., Asheboro, wants to understand the processes of what goes
on in decision making. She thinks that some of the members may not be ethical and the process
has not been transparent.
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David Smith, 1803 Coxemoor Pl., Asheboro, wanted to address the Library Board of Trustees.
He said he is concerned that the appointments are on the Consent Agenda. He said the City of
Asheboro has spent money on the Asheboro Library. He thinks the process needs to be transparent.
Tim Saunders, 1402 Allred St., Asheboro, stated that he agrees that people have the right to
agree or disagree. He disagrees with the Board’s decision to disband the Library Board of Trustees.
Franklin Suggs, 412 Ivy Rock Ct., Randleman, stated that there are items in the library that he
doesn’t want to read. Children are supposed to be supervised by an adult who makes the decision
on what the children read. He reads to get different prospectives.
Jimmy Stewart, 2790 Old Liberty Rd., Randleman, brought an issue regarding a road that
DOT will not regulate. He is afraid that someone may get killed.
Approve Agenda
Chairman Frye noted that Consent Item K: Public Library Board of Trustees will be amended
to reflect Donna Brown instead of Starr Ayers. Ms. Ayers does not reside in the appropriate
district.
On motion of Kidd, seconded by Rivenbark, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the agenda, as
amended.
Consent Agenda
On motion of Kidd, seconded by Rivenbark, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the Consent
agenda, as amended, as follows:
approve Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes of June 1, 2026 and
Special Meeting Minutes of May 28, 2026, June 3, 2026, June 4, 2026, June 8, 2026,
and June 15, 2026, and Closed Session Minutes of June 8, 2026;
elect Darrell Frye as Voting Delegate and David Allen as Alternate for the NCACC
Annual Meeting in August;
elect David Allen as Voting Delegate and Darrell Frye as Alternate for the Annual
NACo Conference in July;
approve Disposition of Retired K9 Officer Red;
reappoint Scott Kidd and Tawanna Williams to the Piedmont Triad Workforce
Development Board;
approve TDA Budget Amendment - 2027_1 ($15,760), as follows:
2026-2027 Budget Ordinance
General Fund – Budget Amendment #1
Revenues Increase Decrease
Investment Income $15,670
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Personnel $15,670
approve TDA Budget Amendment - 2027_2 ($30,000), as follows:
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2026-2027 Budget Ordinance
General Fund – Budget Amendment #2
Revenues Increase Decrease
Appropriated Fund Balance $30,000
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Operating $30,000
approve Budget Amendment - Strategic Planning Grants ($298,310), as follows:
2026-2027 Budget Ordinance
General Fund – Budget Amendment #3
Revenues Increase Decrease
Transfer from Wellness $298,310
Reserve
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Other Human Services $294,560
Appropriations
Other Cultural and $3,750
Recreational Appropriations
approve Budget Amendment - P-card Encumbrance ($448,100), as follows:
2026-2027 Budget Ordinance
General Fund – Budget Amendment #4
Revenues Increase Decrease
Appropriated Fund Balance $ 448,100
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Administration $ 32,400
Information Technology $ 55,000
Tax $ 14,000
Elections $ 7,000
Register of Deeds $ 4,000
Facilities Management $ 151,500
Sheriff $ 35,000
Animal Services $ 9,000
Emergency Services $ 17,700
Building Inspections $ 5,000
Adult DRC $ 500
Juvenile DRC $ 3,000
Planning & Zoning $ 2,800
Cooperative Extension $ 11,600
Soil & Water $ 1,500
Agricultural Center $ 3,500
Public Works $ 2,000
Public Health $ 42,100
Social Services $ 15,500
Veteran Services $ 500
Child Support Services $ 1,500
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Public Library $ 33,000
adopt Order of Succession Policy to be effective as of August 1, 2026;
appoint Donna Brown, Jennifer Cole, Alvin Battle, Richard Callahan, Cindy Garrett,
Steve Watson, Cynthia Rogers, Mary "Mimi" Cooper, and Michael Johnston to the
Public Library Board of Trustees.
County Manager Zeb Holden stated that the Library Board of Trustees Bylaws state that there
will be a Commissioner Liason on the Board.
On motion of Kidd, seconded by Rivenbark, the Board voted 2-3 with Frye, Haywood, and Allen
opposing to nominate Lester Rivenbark as Board Liaison to the Public Library Board of Trustees.
The motion failed.
On motion of Haywood, seconded by Allen, the Board voted 3-2 with Kidd and Rivenbark
opposed to nominate Chairman Frye as Board Liaison to the Public Library Board of Trustees.
Finance Officer Appointment
On motion of Haywood, seconded by Allen, the Board voted 5-0 to support the appointment of
Michael McKenzie as Finance Officer to replace William Massie effective August 1, 2026.
Michael McKenzie was sworn in as Randolph County Finance Officer effective August 1, 2026.
Ace/Avant Grant Acceptance
Crystal Gettys, Business Recruitment Director with Randolph County Economic Development
Corporation (EDC), said the EDC is tasked with identifying potential development of industrial
sites and buildings throughout Randolph County for the purpose of attracting new companies to
our community. The Hwy. 311 S. Site consists of 67.6 acres owned by Ace/Avant and zoned for
industrial use with the potential of being served by Norfolk Southern Rail. The site is available for
sale and has been marketed by the EDC for several years.
In 2023, the North Carolina Railroad awarded the County a $500,000 grant through their Build-
Ready Sites Program to aid in the provision of water and sewer to the Site. The County was the
grant recipient but entered into a contract with Ace/Avant. Essentially, the contract stated that
Ace/Avant would be responsible for any expenses over the grant amount and that, if the County
was required to repay the grant for any reason, Ace/Avant would reimburse the County for the
amount of repayment.
In order to access the site directly off Hwy. 311, site improvements for rail crossings will be
necessary. The estimated costs for such improvements are $925,596. The North Carolina Railroad
has now awarded a second $500,000 grant through their Build Ready Sites program to help offset
the cost of this project. Any costs incurred over the amount of the grant shall be paid by the
landowner, Ace/Avant. The EDC was the applicant on behalf of the landowner, however; it is a
requirement that the funds be held and administered by a government entity. Like the previous
grant, this NCRR grant is performance based and requires that the property ultimately be conveyed
to an industrial rail user. If the property is sold to a non-rail user, the grant provisions require
repayment of all or a portion of the grant to NCRR. If the County accepts this grant, the County
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will enter into a contractual agreement with Ace/Avant whereby Ace/Avant shall be responsible
for repaying any required claw back amounts. Furthermore, because the projects being
accomplished by these two grants are on the same property, NCRR has agreed to amend the first
grant so that the timeframes for performance under the two grants are identical.
The EDC believes that the improvement of this access point will increase the marketability of
the site for future industrial development and investment. This is a great example of a true public-
private partnership. The EDC is asking the Randolph County Board of Commissioners to accept
and administer the NCRR Build-Ready Site grant and to authorize the Chairman to sign any
agreements necessary to further this project, including but not limited to the new Build-Ready Site
Agreement with NCRR, an amendment of the first Build-Ready Site Agreement with NCRR, and
an agreement with Ace/Avant requiring them to market the property in accordance with the NCRR
grant.
Chairman Frye recognized Mr. Michael Somero of Ace/Avant who serves on the Board of
Equalization and Review and the Tax Commission.
Chairman Frye opened the Public Hearing and closed it after no one wished to speak.
On motion of Haywood, seconded by Rivenbark, the Board voted 5-0 to adopt the Resolution
to Accept and Administer a NCRR Grant for Property Owned by Ace/Avant Real Property
Company, LLC. and approve the associated Budget Amendment, as follows:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY OF RANDOLPH TO ACCEPT
AND ADMINISTER A NCRR GRANT FOR THE BENEFIT OF PROPERTY
OWNED BY ACE/AVANT REAL PROPERTY COMPANY, LLC
WHEREAS, Section 158-7.1 of the North Carolina General Statutes authorizes a
county to engage in site preparation for industrial properties or facilities, whether the
industrial property or facility is publicly or privately owned; and
WHEREAS, Ace/Avant Real Property Company, LLC (“Owner”) is the Owner of
a Site located at I-74 and US Highway 311 approximately 67.6 acres in size and more
particularly described by parcel identification number 7745734117 (“Site”); and
WHEREAS, in order to attract an industrial customer, certain site preparation
work needs to be undertaken in order to improve access to the Site (“Project”); and
WHEREAS, the North Carolina Railroad Company (“NCRR”) has created a
program to increase the number of rail-served sites that are ready for development in
North Carolina, thereby increasing the likelihood that new rail-using manufacturers
will locate or expand, yielding additional job creation, rail use, and expanded local tax
base in communities throughout the State; and
WHEREAS, in 2023, NCRR awarded Randolph County (“County”) a grant of five
hundred thousand dollars ($500,000.00) for costs relating to the provision of water
and sewer to the Site (“Infrastructure Grant”); and
WHEREAS, NCRR has now agreed to award the County a second grant of five
hundred thousand dollars ($500,000.00), this grant to be used for costs related to
access improvements to the Site (“Access Grant”); and
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WHEREAS, the preliminary cost estimate of the access portion of the Project is
nine hundred twenty-five thousand five hundred ninety-five and 62/100 dollars
($925,595.62); and
WHEREAS, the Owner shall be responsible for all costs associated with the access
portion of the Project that exceed the five hundred thousand dollar ($500,000.00) grant
amount; and
WHEREAS, the Access Grant agreement between NCRR and the County requires
repayment unless certain conditions are met; and
WHEREAS, it is necessary to amend the term of the Infrastructure Grant so that it
aligns with the term of the Access Grant since both grants are for work accomplished
on the same Site; and
WHEREAS, the County shall enter into an agreement with the Owner requiring the
fulfillment of the conditions required by NCRR; and
WHEREAS, in the event any moneys are required to be repaid to NCRR under
either grant the Owner agrees to indemnify and hold the County harmless; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners of Randolph County has held a public
hearing to consider whether to participate in this project by accepting and
administering the Access Grant; and
WHEREAS, this economic development project will stimulate and stabilize the
local economy, promote business in the County, and result in the creation of a number
of jobs in the County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of
Randolph County, this 6th day of July, 2026, as follows:
1. The County is authorized to accept and administer a grant from the North
Carolina Railroad Company in the amount of five hundred thousand dollars
($500,000.00) for assistance in providing access to the Site.
2. The Chairman of the Board of Commissioners is authorized to sign a Build
Ready Site Grant Agreement with the North Carolina Railroad Company for
the administration of the Access Grant funds.
3. The Chairman of the Board of Commissioners is authorized to sign an
amendment to the Infrastructure Grant in order to align its term with the term
of the Access Grant.
4. The Chairman of the Board of Commissioners is authorized to sign an
Agreement with Ace/Avant Real Property Company, LLC requiring adherence
to the provisions of both grants, the payment of any costs over the grant
amounts, and the indemnification of the County as outlined herein.
5. County staff are authorized to proceed with the work outlined in the grant
agreement, and the Chairman of the Board of Commissioners as well as
County staff are authorized to sign any documents necessary to accomplish
said work.
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Hwy 311 South Grant Project Fund
Amendment #1
Revenues Increase Decrease
Restricted Intergovernmental – $500,000
NC Railroad Grant
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Utility Construction $500,000
Tax Assessor/Collector Matters
Tax Assessor Debra Hill gave the Annual Tax Settlement Report for the 2025-26 fiscal year as
required by G.S. 105-373. She gave the following highlights of the year:
• The 2025-2026 overall collection percentage for all tax districts was 99.15% for real estate,
business and individual personal property. The collection percentage for the County was
99.12%.
• 2025-2026 delinquent tax is $1,321,952.90. Total delinquent taxes for all years are
$3,464,379.53. These amounts include $82,929.77 due to bankruptcy.
• The Registered Motor Vehicle collection percentage was 99.91%. This percentage is for the
taxes at the time of tag renewal.
• The amount of discount given for early payment was $1,840,563.00. This represents 59.03%
of annual taxes paid during the discount period.
• Minimal Tax Report. The total amount released for $3.50 or less original principal amount
tax bill was $5,478.12.
• Total number of property tax bills for 2025-2026 was 104,111 and property taxes were paid
on 158,429 registered motor vehicles at the time of tag renewal.
• A total of 34 properties were posted for sale but only 8 were sold. Approximately $117,000
taxes and fees were collected from the sales.
• The net levy was $155,892,840.00 and the total collections were $155,558,290.00.
On motion of Allen, seconded by Haywood, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the Tax Settlement
for FY 2025-26.
On motion of Allen, seconded by Haywood, the Board voted 4-1 with Kidd opposing to appoint
Debra Hill as Tax Assessor for four years and charge her to collect the FY 2026-27 taxes.
2026-27 Classification and Pay Plan
Jill Williams, Human Resources Director, requested approval of the 2026-2027 Randolph
County Classification Plan to be effective July 1, 2026. Board approval is required pursuant to the
Randolph County Employee Policies and Procedures Manual and in order for us to be in
compliance with the Office of State Human Resources requirements for filing our Pay Plan under
G.S. 126 provisions known as the State Human Resources Act.
The Randolph County Classification Plan is made up of five (5) unique tables: Emergency
Services, General Employees, Law Enforcement, Medical, and Tourism Development Authority
(TDA). The TDA Board approved the addition of the 3% COLA to their classification plan on
June 24, 2026, to be effective July 1, 2026.
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Job titles / classifications are being updated for the Facilities Management and Custodial
Services Departments. These job titles will be reflective of each department. For example, in
Facilities Management, Maintenance Technician I & II positions will be updated to Facilities
Technician I & II job titles.
Considering the retirement of Will Massie, the Assistant County Manager / Finance Officer job
title will not be used after July 31, 2026. Effective July 1, 2026, Michael McKenzie will have the
title of “Chief Financial Officer” with full duties as of August 1, 2026. Also, effective July 1, 2026,
the Assistant County Manager job title will be reclassified to Deputy County Manager.
Outlined below are classifications that have been added, removed or reclassified during the
budget process, along with those presented here.
GENERAL EMPLOYEE TABLE
Position Titles Added or Removed:
Add: Chief Financial Officer, Grade 135
Add: Event Coordinator, Grade 114
Add: Parents As Teachers Lead Coordinator, Grade 117
Add: Staff Attorney (approved during budget as Attorney I), Grade 127
Remove: Administrative Secretary II, Grade 112
Remove: Benefits Coordinator, Grade 117
Remove: Chore Provider, Grade 100
Remove: Community Social Services Assistant, Grade 104
Remove: County Social Services Business Officer I, Grade 125
Remove: Data Entry Operator I, Grade 104
Remove: Data Entry Operator II, Grade 106
Remove: Debt Setoff Coordinator, Grade 110
Remove: Extension 4-H Program Specialist, Grade 116
Remove: GIS Planner Grade, 118
Remove: Human Resources Coordinator Grade, 118
Remove: Human Services Coordinator I, Grade 114
Remove: Human Services Coordinator II, Grade 116
Remove: Human Services Coordinator III, Grade 119
Remove: Income Maintenance Technician, Grade 110
Remove: Library Accounting Clerk, Grade 108
Remove: Management Information System Specialist, Grade 115
Remove: Nutrition Program Supervisor, Grade 120
Remove: Office Work Unit Supervisor IV, Grade 111
Remove: Office Work Unit Supervisor V, Grade 113
Remove: Processing Assistant IV Supervisor, Grad, 110
Remove: Public Health Education Specialist, Grade 115
Remove: Public Health Strategist, Grade 122
Remove: Real Property Appraisal Technician, Grade 113
Remove: Sales Analyst, Grade 113
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Remove: Substance Abuse Worker, Grade 112
Remove: Tax Billing Clerk, Grade 110
Remove: Veteran Service Technician, Grade 111
Remove: Volunteer Services Director I, Grade 115
Remove: Zoning Permitting Technician, Grade 114
*UPDATE TO GENERAL EMPLOYEE TABLE
CLASSIFICATION CHANGED – TITLE, GRADE, OR BOTH
*Original Title / Original *Reclassified Title / Reclassified
Classification Grade Classification Grade
Assistant County Manager 131 Deputy County Manager 132
Field Operations Manager 120 Field Operations Manager 118
Housekeeper 105 Custodian 105
Housekeeper Floater 107 Custodian Floater 107
Housekeeper Foreman 114 Custodial Services Director 116
Housekeeper Lead 108 Custodial Lead 108
Facilities Management
Maintenance Director 127 Director 127
Maintenance Foreman 116 Facilities Foreman 116
Maintenance Operations Facilities Operations
Coordinator 116 Coordinator 116
Maintenance Technician I 111 Facilities Technician I 111
Maintenance Technician II 114 Facilities Technician II 114
*All Original Titles / Classifications in this table, except for Field Operations Manager, are being
removed and all Reclassified Titles / Classifications are being added. To be concise, these are not
listed / duplicated on the previous page for titles / classifications being added or removed.
EMERGENCY SERVICES TABLE
Position Title Added:
Add: Community Paramedic, Grade 116
UPDATE TO EMERGENCY SERVICES TABLE
CLASSIFICATION TITLE CHANGE
Original Title / Original Reclassified Title / Reclassified
Classification Grade Classification Grade
Emergency Services
Emergency Services Education & Compliance
Training Administrator E219 Officer E219
On motion of Allen, seconded by Haywood, the Board voted 5-0 to adopt the FY 2026-27
Classification and Pay Plan, as presented.
Resolution of Support for Piedmont Legacy Trails
Mary Joan Pugh, Trails Coordinator, along with Jesse Day of the PTRC and Delancy Yokely
of Piedmont Legacy Trails, provided an update on the expansion of the trails system in Randolph
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County and the local and State funding that made it possible. This growth and its marketing have
increased the number of visitors to the County.
Trails have a significant economic/tourism impact. The Randolph County Tourism
Development Authority reports that in 2024, visitors spent nearly $200 million in Randolph
County. However, since trails are free and often a part of the trip, it’s difficult to determine trail
user spending. The TDA is purchasing an app for use in 2026 -27 that will better capture tourism
spending on trails. AllTrails app data show that County trail recordings went from a monthly
average of 75 in 2022 to 200 in 2024. Page views went from a monthly average of 4000 in 2022
to 6000 in 2024. Clearly, trail use is on the rise in Randolph County.
On motion of Kidd, seconded by Rivenbark, the Board voted 5-0 to adopt the Resolution of
support for Piedmont Legacy Trails, as follows:
RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT FOR PIEDMONT LEGACY TRAILS
WHEREAS, Randolph County is rich in natural beauty and outdoor recreation
opportunities, including the Deep River State Trail, the Deep and Uwharrie Rivers, the
Uwharrie National Recreation Trail, portions of Uwharrie National Forest and the
Birkhead Mountains Wilderness, multiple lakes and blueways, and a growing network
of walking, biking, hiking, and paddle trails that provide recreation opportunities for
residents and visitors alike; and
WHEREAS, these trails are distributed throughout the county providing opportunity
for people of all abilities, ages and backgrounds to access our diverse natural, cultural,
and historic resources; and
WHEREAS, our outdoor recreation assets stimulate economic growth by making
our communities more attractive and vibrant places to visit, live, work and establish
businesses and improve the overall health and quality of life for the people of Randolph
County; and
WHEREAS, access to trails encourages movement - walking, riding, and paddling—
reducing chronic disease and improving mental health; and
WHEREAS, trails provide safe routes, linking neighborhoods with schools, parks,
and businesses, providing key amenities to neighborhoods and safe areas for our
citizens and children to travel, exercise, play and connect with nature and communities;
and
WHEREAS, Randolph County has invested in its compelling Heart of North
Carolina brand, attracting visitors to our many county attractions, including outdoor
recreation, and building community pride; and
WHEREAS, Randolph County has completed plans to develop, extend, and connect
outdoor recreation assets in several areas of the county, including the Deep River Trail
Conceptual Plan and various local trail and park plans, and has established the
Randolph County Trails Coordinator position and Randolph County Trails Advisory
Committee to coordinate countywide trail planning and implementation efforts,
fostering collaboration among stakeholders and advancing a connected trail network
within Randolph County and the greater Piedmont Triad region; and
WHEREAS, Randolph County trails are part of a larger, regional network of trails
called Piedmont Legacy Trails, coordinated by Piedmont Land Conservancy, dedicated
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to preserving important natural areas, and Piedmont Triad Regional Council, a
regional planning organization; and
WHEREAS, Randolph County trails are part of “The Great Trails State”, North
Carolina’s vast network of trails, including state trails, and local and regional trails.
WHEREAS, committing to this Resolution may help leverage funding from federal,
state, local and private sources for trails.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Randolph County Board of
Commissioners supports outdoor recreation and Piedmont Legacy Trails in partnership
with neighboring communities to implement a system of regional trails that connects
our communities, people and regional points of interest for years to come.
Asset Inventory and Assessment (AIA)
Chris Hildreth, Infrastructure Coordinator, explained the bid process and why WithersRavenal
was chosen for the project. On March 27, 2026, staff released a Statement of Qualifications
(SOQS) for qualified engineering firms to provide professional engineering services towards an
Asset Inventory Assessment (AIA) for the Seagrove Ulah Metropolitan Water District’s water and
wastewater systems. An Asset Inventory and Assessment (AIA) is a process of identifying,
cataloging, and evaluating the condition of an organization's infrastructure, allowing the
organization to determine asset lifespans, and prioritize maintenance.
On May 1, 2026 two responses to the SOQs were received and a selection committee consisting
of Randolph County and City of Asheboro staff selected WithersRavenel as its preferred
engineering firm. Staff worked with WithersRavenel over the next four weeks to prepare an
agreement for professional services for the AIA totaling $264,000.
After working with WithersRavenel, Staff met with the North Carolina Department of
Environmental Quality who is requiring a study of the existing spray field or land application
method of wastewater removal that was not included in the original scope of work. It is expected
that this work will cost approximately $100,000.
On motion of Rivenbark, seconded by Haywood, the Board voted to 1) approve entering into a
contract with WithersRavenal for the AIA of the Seagrove-Ulah Metropolitan Water District, 2)
authorize the County Manager to sign the contract, and 3) approve the associated Project
Amendments, as follows:
Seagrove-Ulah WWTP Capital Project Ordinance
Amendment # 14
Revenues Increase Decrease
Transfer from Rural Water $364,000
Infrastructure Project
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Engineering $364,000
Rural Water Infrastructure Capital Project Ordinance
Amendment # 17
Revenues Increase Decrease
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Investment income $364,000
Appropriations Increase Decrease
Transfer to Seagrove-Ulah $364,000
WWTP Project
Resolution of Support
Paxton Arthurs, County Engineer, brought forth the Resolution in Support of the Interlocal
Cooperation Between Randolph County, the City of Greensboro, and the Town of Liberty to
Provide Public Utilities to Northeastern Randolph County.
Town of Liberty Mayor Filmore York and Town Manager Scott Kidd were invited to the
podium to speak. Mr. Kidd stated that this initiative would set the Town of Liberty and Eastern
Randolph County up for expansion and growth. Mayor York said there have been issues over the
years and regionalization would help solve those for the town.
On motion of Allen, seconded by Haywood, the Board voted to adopt a Resolution in Support
of Interlocal Cooperation Between Randolph County, the City of Greensboro, and the Town of
Liberty, as follows:
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE NEGOTIATION AND EXECUTION OF INTERLOCAL
AGREMEENTS (ILAs) WITH THE TOWN OF LIBERTY AND CITY OF GREENSBORO
WHEREAS, Randolph County has a long history of being a major regional partner for
mutually beneficial growth and economic development in the region, through the founding of the
Piedmont Triad Regional Water Authority and supporting infrastructure projects for its municipal
partners that support utility system redundancy and regionalization; and
WHEREAS, Randolph County recognizes the challenges faced by the Town of Liberty in
providing efficient water and wastewater services for citizens due to aging wells and infrastructure
with limited capacity, and seeks to aid in finding solutions to these obstacles; and
WHEREAS, both the Town of Liberty and the City of Greensboro have adopted resolutions
authorizing the development of an ILA between the Parties; and
WHEREAS, one or more ILAs between the three jurisdictions provides a beneficial
partnership, that continues to support regional growth and development, utility system
redundancy, and regionalization;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Randolph County Board of
Commissioners:
1. Randolph County is fully committed to designing and constructing a water connection
on the north side of Liberty with the City of Greensboro to provide Liberty with a
cleaner more efficient method of providing its citizens with quality water service,
provided that the Town of Liberty is committed to purchasing treated water from
Randolph County.
2. Randolph County commits to studying additional water supply alternatives with the
Town of Liberty for long term solutions providing redundancy and capacity.
3. Randolph County shall commit its full administrative support and cooperative
resources in supporting the Town of Liberty to identify and implement viable solutions
to its wastewater infrastructure issues to ensure sustainable development in
northeastern Randolph County.
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4. That the County Manager is authorized to negotiate and execute, on behalf of Randolph
County, one or more ILAs with the Town of Liberty and City of Greensboro for the
extension of water utility service to the Town of Liberty. The ILAs shall reflect and
incorporate the considerations listed within this resolution.
County Manager’s Update
No report given.
Commissioner’s Update
Commissioner Haywood shared that the Randolph County Wellness program will be featured
at the NCACC conference in August. She also said that trails are part of wellness.
Closed Session
On motion of Kidd, seconded by Rivenbark, the Board voted 5-0 to go into Closed Session
pursuant to NCGS 143-318(a)(3) to consult with an attorney employed or retained by the public
body in order to preserve the attorney-client privilege between the attorney and the public body,
which privilege is hereby acknowledged.
Regular Session Resumes
At 8:40 p.m., regular session resumed.
Adjournment
At 8:40 p.m., on motion of Allen, seconded by Rivenbark, the Board voted 5-0 to adjourn.
Darrell Frye, Chairman Kenny Kidd
David Allen Hope Haywood
Lester Rivenbark Dana Crisco, Clerk to the Board
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