Gaston County public meetings in 2022

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hold a public hearing regarding the historic designation of a property in Bessemer City. Commissioners are also scheduled to vote on numerous grants for law enforcement, social services, and public works projects. Additionally, the meeting includes an update on board procedures.

• Public hearing for historic designation of the S.J. and Ollie Durham House at 223 W. Alabama Ave., Bessemer City
• $5,000,000 grant for the renovation of the Gaston County Courthouse 5th floor
• $1,348,618 federal grant for sidewalk construction along Tryon Courthouse Road
• Purchase of five midsize sedans for DHHS-Social Services for $126,590
• Appropriation of $365,000 in drug asset forfeiture funds for police equipment

Board of Commissioners

The Gaston County Board of Commissioners scheduled a special session for policy and strategy planning. The provided agenda does not list any other specific business items or topics.

• BOC Policy & Strategy Planning Session

Board of Commissioners

This organizational meeting includes the election of the Board Chair and Vice-Chair. The Board will also consider appointments for County Manager, County Attorney, and County Clerk. Additionally, Gaston County Sheriff Chad E. Hawkins will be sworn into office.

• Election of Board Chair and Vice-Chair
• Appointment of Dr. Kim S. Eagle as County Manager
• Appointment of Mr. William T. Stetzer as County Attorney
• Appointment of Ms. Donna S. Buff as County Clerk
• Swearing-in of Gaston County Sheriff Chad E. Hawkins

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hold public hearings on zoning text amendments, a road renaming request, and a historic property designation. The agenda also includes several consent items regarding construction contracts and grant appropriations. A work session is scheduled for proclamations and regional updates.

• Public hearing for Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) text amendments
• Construction contract for Gaston County Landfill site grading ($1,789,670.00)
• Roof replacement at York Chester Plaza ($550,200)
• Amendment to ARPA Grant Project Ordinance for revenue replacement ($10,000,000)
• Sole source purchase of an MCI Trailer ($120,777)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several rezoning requests and approve various grant appropriations. The agenda includes a large federal grant for a law-enforcement assisted drug diversion and treatment program. Additionally, the board will consider engineering contracts for wastewater improvements.

• Public hearing for rezoning 136 Oakhill St., Iron Station from R-1 to R-2
• Public hearing for rezoning 111 McCarver Rd., Gastonia from R-1 to R-2
• Appropriation of $1,198,628 in federal grant funds for a drug diversion and treatment program
• Contract with LKC Engineering for $762,000 for the High Shoals Regional Wastewater Improvements Project
• Appropriation of $134,000 in grant funds for The Lighthouse

Board of Commissioners

This meeting is a non-voting work session focused on proclamations, commendations, and awards. The agenda includes recognition for county employees and various public awareness proclamations.

• Commendation of 2021 Gaston County Employees of the Year
• Presentation of certificates to Gaston County Volunteer Fire Fighters
• Proclamation of Fire Prevention Week (October 9-15, 2022)
• Proclamation of Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day (October 13, 2022)
• Proclamation of Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on zoning map changes in Bessemer City and Kings Mountain. The agenda includes decisions on economic development incentive grants and several infrastructure projects. The board will also consider various grant appropriations for public safety and community programs.

• Zoning change for 338 Carpenter Rd, Bessemer City from R-1 to R-3
• $4,225,000 wastewater grant for sewer service between High Shoals and Dallas
• $5,478,000 waterline grant for water service between High Shoals and Dallas
• $375,000 purchase of replacement body armor vests for police and emergency services
• Economic development incentive grants for Tectonic Real Estate and Foundry Commercial

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session for proclamations and a Lake Wylie Marine Commission presentation. A special meeting will follow to vote on changing the September 27, 2022, regular meeting time.

• Lake Wylie Marine Commission annual report and idle speed/no-wake discussion
• Revision of the September 27, 2022, regular meeting time from 6:00 PM to 3:00 PM
• Proclamations for Constitution Week and National Hispanic Heritage Month

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hold public hearings on zoning changes for properties in Crouse and Gastonia. The agenda also includes approving various grants for pandemic recovery, social services, and the library. Additionally, the board will review police equipment purchases and tax refunds.

• Rezoning 164 Clarks Gap from R-1 to R-2 zoning
• Rezoning Union Road property for mini warehouse and vehicle storage
• Appropriation of $559,528 for pandemic recovery funds
• Authorization of $99,569.67 for GLOCK Gen5 pistols
• Appropriation of $142,781 in ARPA State Aid for the Library

Board of Commissioners

The scheduled non-voting work session for the Gaston County Board of Commissioners on August 9, 2022, has been cancelled. No other agenda items were listed in the provided document.

• Cancellation of the non-voting work session

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hold public hearings regarding several zoning changes and UDO text amendments. They will also consider an economic development incentive grant for Project Grappa. Other items include budget appropriations for social services and federal grants for the courthouse.

• Economic development incentive grant for "Project Grappa"
• Zoning change at 2551 Tryon Courthouse Rd., Bessemer City
• Zoning change at 523 Mauneyville Rd., Cherryville
• ARPA funding for courthouse video arraignment ($136,313) and two coordinator positions ($1,155,967)
• Appropriation of $250,607 in federal funds for SNAP administration

Board of Commissioners

The non-voting work session for the Gaston County Board of Commissioners scheduled for July 12, 2022, has been cancelled. No other agenda items were provided in this notice.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on several zoning map changes, including a request for a telecommunications tower at 906 Pinhook Loop Road. The meeting also includes consideration of two economic development incentive grants and various budget appropriations.

• Rezoning of 906 Pinhook Loop Road to allow a telecommunications tower
• Level Four and Level One economic development incentive grants
• $894,000 appropriation for the High Shoals, Hardin, Dallas Water Interconnect Project
• $141,925 for security cameras at George Poston Park
• $74,929 state grant for the Gaston County Police Department

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider expanding the Gaston County Fire Protection Service District to include High Shoals, Ranlo, and Lowell. Commissioners will also vote on a $3,134,771 purchase of body cameras and tasers from DLX Axon Enterprise, Inc.

• Expansion of the Gaston County Fire Protection Service District to include High Shoals, Ranlo, and Lowell
• $3,134,771 purchase of body cameras and tasers for County Police and Sheriff’s Office
• Presentation on the Gaston County website refresh project
• Appointments to the Gaston County Fire Commission effective July 1, 2022

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2022-2023 budget. The meeting includes votes to adopt the new budget, set the county tax rate, and approve the budget ordinance.

• Adoption of the FY 2022-2023 Gaston County Budget and Tax Rate
• Proposal to eliminate parking fees at the courthouse
• $50,000 appropriation for legal services from Fox Rothschild LLP
• $52,000 grant for a multiple causality incident trailer via MHPC partnership
• $11,758 purchase of Stop Sticks through the Sheriff’s Office using grant funds

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several zoning map changes and economic development incentives. The agenda includes the allocation of significant federal ARPA funds for rental assistance and water infrastructure projects. Additionally, the board will consider restructuring the county fire advisory system.

• Zoning changes for properties in Kings Mountain, Bessemer City, Gastonia, and Mount Holly
• $3,215,069 in federal Emergency Rental Assistance Program funds
• $1,277,000 in ARPA funding for four waterline extension projects
• $811,800 construction contract for ADA renovations at the Veterans Services Office
• Proposal to replace the Fire Advisory Board with a new Fire Commission

Board of Commissioners

This non-voting work session consists of various proclamations and certificates of appreciation. The agenda includes recognizing public service weeks and presenting historical state song lyrics. No legislative decisions or votes are scheduled for this meeting.

• Presentation of original 'Old North State' lyrics
• Proclamation of Volunteer Week (April 17-23, 2022)
• Proclamation of National County Government Month
• Proclamation of Public Health Week (April 4-10, 2022)
• Certificates of appreciation for various advisory boards

Board of Commissioners

The agenda consists only of a notice for a joint special meeting between the Board of Commissioners and the Board of Education. No specific topics or items for discussion are listed in this document.

• Joint Special Meeting BOC/BOE

Board of Commissioners

The meeting is a special session for budget strategy. No other specific agenda items are listed in the provided document.

• Budget Strategy Session

Board of Commissioners

The Board is reviewing zoning changes and the establishment of a unified fire protection district. The agenda includes several grant appropriations for public safety, health, and social services. Commissioners will also consider a $3.1 million offer to purchase the Old Belmont Middle School property.

• Zoning change for 105 End of the Trail in Bessemer City
• $3.1 million offer to purchase Old Belmont Middle School
• $899,999 federal grant for substance abuse programs
• $1,292,652.48 appropriation for a landfill waste compactor
• Establishment of the Gaston County Unified Fire Protection Service District

Board of Commissioners

The agenda consists only of a notice for a joint special meeting between the Board of Commissioners and the City of Gastonia. No specific discussion topics or items are listed in this document.

• Notice of Joint Special Meeting: Board of Commissioners and City of Gastonia

Board of Commissioners

The scheduled non-voting work session for the Gaston County Board of Commissioners on March 8, 2022, is cancelled. No other agenda items were provided in this notice.

• Cancelled Work Session

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hold public hearings regarding a zoning map change for 126 Hoyles Creek Rd. and amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance. The agenda also includes approving various grant funds and reviewing tax collection reports.

• Rezoning of 126 Hoyles Creek Rd. from R-1 to R-2
• Proposed text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO)
• $366,128 grant for the COVID-19 Vaccination Program
• Contract with Martin Starnes & Associates, CPAs, P.A. ($96,600 base)
• Proposed public hearing for a Unified Fire Protection Service Tax District

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners has scheduled an annual planning session from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. This agenda contains no other specific items for discussion or decision.

• Annual Planning Session

Board of Commissioners

The board will receive updates regarding the Community Investment Fund and debt affordability model. They will also hear an update on the Volunteer Fire Department study and analysis.

• Proclamation of February 2022 as Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
• Presentation on Community Investment Fund Update and Debt Affordability Model
• Presentation on VFD Study and Analysis Update
• Certificates in Appreciation for Public Service

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on rezoning requests and economic development incentives. The agenda also includes the acceptance of various state and federal grants for housing and law enforcement. Additionally, the board will consider appointing a new County Attorney.

• Rezoning 919 Tot Dellinger Rd. from (I-2) to (R-2)
• Rezoning 538 Queens Rd. from (RS-12) to (R-3)
• Acceptance of $8,431,125 in federal Emergency Rental Assistance funds
• $348,140.25 contract for the Dallas Park Splash Pad and Restroom
• Appointment of William T. Stetzer as County Attorney

Board of Commissioners

The Board will vote on recommended actions from the Task Force on Homelessness and consider amending an ARPA grant ordinance to fund emergency housing. The meeting also includes presentations regarding a lithium economic impact study and the FY20-21 county audit.

• $250,000 appropriation for short-term emergency housing assistance via ARPA grant amendment
• Acceptance of the Intergovernmental and Interagency Task Force on Homelessness report
• Presentation of the Piedmont Lithium economic impact study
• Review of the FY20-21 Gaston County audit

Board of Commissioners

This special meeting is limited to procedural items and closed sessions. The board will meet privately to discuss confidential information and prospective personnel matters.

• Closed session regarding privileged or confidential information
• Closed session regarding qualifications and employment of prospective public officers or employees