Guilford, MO

Board of Commissioners

The Guilford County Board of Commissioners meets Thursday, October 1, 2026, at 5:30 PM at 301 West Market Street, Greensboro. The addendum agenda removes a planned proclamation honoring NC A&T State University's 100th "Greatest Homecoming on Earth" and adds revised contract language to a consent agenda item. That item would approve an interlocal agreement with the City of Greensboro to continue funding one Navigator position at the Guilford County Family Justice Center through September 30, 2027.

• Interlocal agreement with the City of Greensboro to extend one Navigator position at the Family Justice Center through September 30, 2027
• County cost estimated at $34,186 over 12 months, with $72,000 budgeted from City of Greensboro funds through FY 2027; no additional County funds required
• Program funded through Greensboro Police Department NC Drug Excise Tax proceeds
• Proclamation honoring NC A&T State University's 100th "Greatest Homecoming on Earth" removed from presentations
• Since 2022, the Navigator received 1,227 referrals from GPD patrol officers and provided follow-up 798 times

Board of Commissioners - Work Session

The Guilford County Board of Commissioners holds a work session on three items: an update to the County's voluntary 10-year Solid Waste Management Plan, a request to license Meridian Waste North Carolina LLC as a residential waste collector, and a discussion of conveying the former animal shelter site at 4525 W. Wendover Avenue in Greensboro to the City of Greensboro for permanent supportive housing. The Board is receiving presentations and providing feedback; no final adoption votes are scheduled at this work session.

• Solid Waste Management Plan update (2026-442): 10-year framework; disposal rose about 35% from FY 2016-17 to FY 2024-25 and construction/demolition waste about 71%; plan to return for formal adoption later
• Meridian Waste license request (2026-443): proposed term October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2029, rate not to exceed $29.25 per month, annual CPI adjustments capped at 4%
• County currently has two licensed residential haulers serving about 37,700 customers
• 4525 and 4525-A W. Wendover Avenue (2026-444): former animal shelter demolished in 2023; High Point conveyed its ownership interest to Guilford County in June 2026; possible conveyance to Greensboro without monetary consideration for permanent supportive housing
• Public input on the solid waste plan included a countywide survey with 1,292 participants and two community open houses

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The Guilford County Board of Commissioners meets October 1, 2026, to consider a consent agenda of grants, contracts, and policy items. Key decisions include accepting a $74,397 federal Justice Assistance Grant for the Sheriff's Office, a $100,000 donation to Animal Services, and $2,441,031 in library funding for four municipalities. The board will also vote on animal shelter and social services contracts, a Family Justice Center navigator position, and a fireworks permitting policy change.

• FY25 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant: Sheriff's Office to receive $74,397 for three drones ($52,800), three electric bikes ($10,200), StarChase tracking equipment ($9,105), and six motorcycle helmets ($2,400)
• William Batson Trust donation of $100,000 to Guilford County Animal Services for shelter improvements and additional mobile pet assistance clinics
• Interlocal library agreements totaling $2,441,031: Greensboro $1,714,454, High Point $615,577, Gibsonville $55,500, Jamestown $55,500
• Department of Social Services In-Home Aide contracts: Adult Center for Enrichment $542,000, Caring Hands Home Health $442,000, ARO Community Services $375,000, Emmanuel Senior Enrichment Center $278,000, Shipman Family Home Care $238,000
• Fireworks policy amendment delegating permit authority to the Emergency Services Director and the Greensboro and High Point city councils, effective December 31, 2026

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The Guilford County Board of Commissioners is considering a $325,258 amendment to the design contract with CPL Architects and Engineers for the Women with Children Recovery Facility. The additional funds cover expanded design services, including HVAC replacement, kitchen equipment, windows and doors, outdoor features, and a stormwater biocell, plus re-bidding costs. The amendment would bring the total contract value to $909,968, with no additional county funds required.

• Contract amendment with CPL Architects and Engineers for $325,258
• Total contract value to reach $909,968
• Includes full HVAC replacement with chilled water system
• Includes stormwater control biocell per City of High Point requirements
• Re-bid of construction package to comply with NC General Statutes

Board of Commissioners - Work Session

The Guilford County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss several policy items, including a proposed no-cost review of interlocal agreements by the NCACC, an update on the dangerous or vicious animal appeal board, recommendations for the 2027 employee benefits plan, a transition of care management programs for at-risk children and high-risk pregnancies, and an overview of data center development with policy considerations. No final votes are scheduled; the board will receive reports and provide direction.

• Resolution to authorize County Manager to request no-cost NCACC review of interlocal agreements and fees
• Overview of dangerous or vicious animal declaration process and appeal board
• 2027 employee benefits plan recommendations
• CMARC/CMHRP service model transition for at-risk children and high-risk pregnancies
• Data center development overview covering land use, infrastructure, utilities, and economic development

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The Guilford County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda including a $301,025 contract for Stryker medical equipment maintenance, a $75,000 grant for prenatal care, and $8.46 million in foster care placement contracts. The board will also hear proclamations for Iota Phi Theta Founders' Day and National Recovery Month, and accept routine tax and beverage license reports.

• Approve $301,025 Stryker maintenance agreement for EMS equipment (83 stretchers, 71 loading systems, 65 cardiac monitors, 25 LUCAS devices)
• Approve $75,000 Adopt-A-Mom grant for prenatal care for uninsured individuals
• Approve foster care contracts totaling up to $8.46 million with 14 providers
• Approve $365,835 contract with Volunteers of America for residential recovery services for pregnant and parenting individuals
• Proclaim September 2026 as National Recovery Month

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The Guilford County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on a resolution to approve up to $300,000,000 in airport revenue bonds issued by the Piedmont Triad Airport Authority (PTAA). The bonds would fund terminal and concourse renovations at Piedmont Triad International Airport (PTIA), including ticket lobby, TSA screening, baggage claim, and concessions areas, as well as bond interest, debt service reserves, insurance premiums, and issuance fees. No county funds or liability are involved.

• Public hearing on $300M airport revenue bonds for PTIA terminal modernization
• Bond proceeds to cover terminal renovations, interest, reserves, insurance, and issuance fees
• No county funds required; bonds are solely backed by PTAA revenues
• Appointments to Commission on Aging, Board of Adjustment, Juvenile Crime Prevention Council, Planning Board, and Jamestown Planning & Zoning Board

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The Board of Commissioners will review several resolutions, including proclamations for veterans and Patriot Day. They will also consider budget amendments for senior care and adoption programs, and an interlocal agreement for school health services.

• FY 2026-27 Home and Community Care Block Grant funding plan of $3,158,819
• Resolution honoring the life and legacy of Mr. James Douglas 'Doug' Thorne
• Proclamation of September 22, 2026, as Veterans Suicide Awareness and Remembrance Day
• Proclamation of September 11, 2026, as Patriot Day and National Day of Service
• Interlocal agreement for school nurse services through June 30, 2031

Board of Commissioners - Work Session

The Guilford County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to receive staff reports and consider policy recommendations. Topics include an update on the NC Railroad Company's rail replacement project affecting Guilford County, a review of employee benefit plans for 2027, revisions to the Community-Based Organization (CBO) funding process following state law changes, and an update on county space planning and capital improvements.

• NC Railroad Company and Norfolk Southern replacing up to 69 miles of rail between Greensboro and Raleigh; temporary railroad crossing closures expected in Guilford County in September
• Review of employee and retiree benefit plans with recommendations for 2027 plan year
• Revised CBO funding process due to Senate Bill 257, including updated public-purpose requirements and non-discrimination commitment; application portal reopens September 4
• Update on long-term space planning, including future needs for Probation and Parole and five-year capital project timeline

Board of Commissioners - Work Session

The Guilford County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss three items: establishing a legislative agenda and lobbying framework, receiving a presentation on updated economic incentive guidelines including the state's C-PACE program, and reviewing the impact of the recently signed state budget (SB 257). No final votes are scheduled; the board will direct staff on next steps.

• Direct staff to submit legislative priorities to NCACC and schedule meeting with local delegation
• Presentation on updated economic development incentive regulations
• Direct staff to bring forward resolution of intent to support C-PACE program
• Review of state budget SB 257 (Session Law 2026-41) signed July 7, 2026

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The Board of Commissioners will discuss funding for school capital projects and several law enforcement and social service grants. They are also reviewing contracts for eviction mediation, office equipment, and child welfare staffing.

• Proposed $39,476,006 appropriation increase for the Erwin Montessori School project
• Contract with UNC-G for the Tenant Eviction and Mediation (TEAM) program for $860,866
• Contract renewal with Toshiba Business Solutions for copier services not to exceed $390,000
• Contract with NeuroAgile Leadership & Workforce Consulting (Allies 4 Outcomes) for $322,000
• Application for a $750,000 grant for the Local Law Enforcement Grants for Cybercrimes Program

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The Guilford County Board of Commissioners will consider amending the Erwin Montessori School capital project ordinance, increasing its total budget to $51,031,620. The additional $39,476,006 in bond proceeds covers higher site preparation and onsite costs, offset by savings from completed Claxton and Peeler-Hampton elementary projects. The board is also asked to authorize staff to take necessary actions to amend or adopt project ordinances.

• $39,476,006 increase in appropriation and bond revenue for Erwin Montessori capital project
• Total project ordinance for Erwin Montessori to reach $51,031,620
• $1,186,695 decrease in appropriation for Claxton Elementary (savings transfer)
• $2,100,960 decrease in appropriation for Peeler-Hampton Elementary (savings transfer)
• Erwin Montessori to serve 350 students in a 71,361 sq ft facility

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The Guilford County Board of Commissioners will consider approving a $13.3 million contract for in-car and body worn cameras for the Sheriff's Office. The agenda also includes renewing a software subscription for $672,000 and approving a $5,900 grant for lithium battery recycling equipment.

• Approve $13,317,704.64 for Sheriff's in-car and body worn cameras
• Renew Infor/Lawson software subscription for $671,706
• Award NCDEQ grant for $5,900 to purchase lithium battery storage cabinet
• Approve FY 2026-27 Energy Programs Outreach Plan
• Approve Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Tax Collector's Annual Settlement Report

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The Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider and approve appointments and reappointments for various county boards. These positions include roles in fire district, health oversight, historic preservation, planning, and education boards.

• Reappointment of Edward Hampton III to Pleasant Garden Fire District Commission
• Reappointment of Madonna Greer to Guilford County Behavioral Health Oversight Board
• Appointment of John Mark Van Eerden to Guilford County Historic Preservation Commission
• Appointment of Amy Kemp to Guilford County Planning Board
• Appointment of Monica F. Walker to GTCC Board of Trustees

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The Board of Commissioners will meet to adopt the upcoming fiscal year budget. The agenda also includes a closed session for legal or personnel matters.

• Adoption of FY 2026-27 Budget and Budget Ordinance (2026-307)

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The Board will vote on renewing the Cone Health Behavioral Health Services Agreement for five years at $4.2 million annually. Also on the consent agenda: a 10-year sublease for veterans services and juvenile justice at 2301 W. Meadowview Road for $121,230 per year, a $240,000 attorney services contract, and various reports and proclamations.

• Renew Cone Health Behavioral Health contract for $4,215,914 in FY 2026-27
• Approve sublease with City of Greensboro for 8,219 sq ft at 2301 W. Meadowview Rd. at $121,230/year for 10 years
• Authorize contract amendment with Teague Campbell for attorney services not to exceed $240,000
• Approve MOA with NC DEQ for HERA environmental program at $80,000/year
• Appoint voting delegate for 2026 NACo Annual Conference

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The Board of Commissioners will consider several consent agenda items, including a $229,409.91 contract renewal for voting system warranty and licensing with Elections Systems & Software, and a $1,052,895 insurance package for property and workers' compensation. New business includes a request for $30,000 in ARPA funds for a fence at the Interactive Resource Center homeless shelter, and an update on the county's childcare subsidy program which recently cleared its waiting list.

• Approve $229,409.91 contract for voting system extended warranty, maintenance, and licensing
• Fix $1,000,000 bond rate for new interim Finance Director Kimberly Slusher
• Approve $1,052,895 in property and workers' compensation insurance premiums for FY2026-27
• Allocate $30,000 in ARPA funds to Interactive Resource Center for perimeter fence with automatic gate
• Receive update on Subsidy Child Care Assistance program and approve waiting list prioritization policy

Board of Commissioners - Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will discuss upcoming budgetary recommendations. The session includes a presentation on rural fire districts and general legislative budget updates.

• FY 2026-27 Rural Fire Districts update
• Legislative and FY 2026-27 recommended budget updates

Board of Commissioners - Work Session

The Guilford County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to review updates on consolidating the Health & Human Services Department and a proposed interlocal agreement with the Town of Jamestown for law enforcement. The board will also consider FY 2026-27 budget items and legislative updates.

• Amend resolution to rename consolidated agency 'Health & Human Services Agency'
• Town of Jamestown law enforcement interlocal agreement and budget updates
• FY 2026-27 budget consideration
• Opportunity Zones presentation
• Legislative updates

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The Board will consider year-end budget adjustments to close the fiscal year, including a $931,312 increase for Microsoft software licensing. They will also vote on a $319,323 contract with Wake Forest University for antimicrobial-resistant gonorrhea research and a $40,000 maternal health grant. Several proclamations and recognitions are also on the agenda.

• Year-end budget amendments: $931k for Microsoft Enterprise Agreement, $99k for Social Services, grant closeouts
• Contract with Wake Forest University Health Sciences for antimicrobial-resistant gonorrhea research: $319,323
• Thriving Hearts maternal health grant: $40,000 from PCORI via NC Alliance
• Corn Growers Association grant: $5,000 for on-farm corn demonstrations
• Proclamations: Pride Month, Jordan Pearson memorial, Grimsley tennis team recognition

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This meeting's agenda includes two items. The Board will consider appointing a review officer for maps and plats for the Town of Summerfield. They will also vote on a contract amendment with Teague Campbell Dennis & Gorham LLP to increase legal services funding by $22,000, bringing the total to $222,250. No additional county funds are required for either item.

• Resolution appointing Justin Snyder as Review Officer for Town of Summerfield (no cost)
• Authorize contract amendment with Teague Campbell Dennis & Gorham LLP for interim county attorney services, increase of $22,000 to total $222,250

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The Board of Commissioners will consider an addendum to remove a resolution honoring Jordan Alexandria Pearson from the agenda and add a consent agenda item. The main item is approval of an updated Home and Community Care Block Grant funding plan for FY 2025-26, totaling $3,308,070, which includes a $4,808 increase in federal NSIP funding for nutrition services and shifts of $47,000 between senior services. The board will also amend the General Fund budget accordingly.

• Remove resolution honoring Jordan Pearson from presentations
• Approve updated HCCBG funding plan: $3,308,070 total
• Increase of $4,808 in federal NSIP funding for congregate nutrition and home-delivered meals
• Shift $47,000 from In-Home Aide, Adult Day Health, and Housing to Group Respite and Home Delivered Meals
• Local match increases by $1 to $352,993, funded with existing county funds

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The Board will vote on renewing interlocal agreements with Greensboro and seven other towns for animal shelter and control services, totaling $1,080,814 in revenue over three years. They will also consider a budget amendment appropriating $186,432 in opioid settlement funds for a substance abuse program, and approve a $300,000 sole-source contract for animal services medical equipment. Several proclamations and resolutions honoring individuals are on the agenda.

• Approve interlocal animal shelter agreements with Greensboro ($956,458), Jamestown, Oak Ridge, Pleasant Garden, Sedalia, Stokesdale, Summerfield, Whitsett (total $1,080,814) for 2026-2029
• Approve $186,432 opioid settlement fund budget amendment for Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Program (SAIOP) for pregnant and parenting women
• Approve sole-source agreement with IDEXX Distribution Corp. for CBC and SNAP Pro analyzers, up to $50,000/year for 6 years ($300,000 total)
• Approve Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (JCPC) funding realignment with $34,280 increase in state funds for programs like mentoring and counseling
• Proclaim May as Mental Health Awareness Month and Foster Care Month in Guilford County

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The Board will hold a public hearing on a text amendment to set specific civil penalties for UDO violations, with fines from $50 to $500 per offense. They will also vote on consent items including a $146,860 purchase of firefighter breathing apparatus and authorization to sell surplus Motorola radios expected to net $200,000.

• Public hearing on text amendment to establish civil penalties for UDO violations (1st offense $50, 2nd $100, etc.)
• Purchase of 13 self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighters from Rhinehart Fire for $146,860
• Authorization to sell surplus Motorola radios and accessories via auction, expected to net at least $200,000
• Resolution revising dates for ceremonial firearm discharge at Triad Park's Carolina Field of Honor to include Memorial Day
• Recognition of Northern Guilford High School girls varsity basketball team as state champions

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The Board will consider a resolution opposing modifications to county property tax authority, joining the NC Association of Counties. Also, they will approve a five-year lease for vaccine monitoring equipment from Tru-Med Systems totaling $309,300, with no new county funds required.

• Resolution opposing modifications to county property tax authority
• Five-year lease of Accuvax vaccine monitoring system for $309,300 ($62,100 first year, $61,800 annually thereafter)

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The Board of Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda including a $500,000 federal grant to support operating costs for long-term shelter beds at a recovery center, and two $5,000 dental health grants for uninsured children. They will also authorize a stormwater control agreement for the law enforcement center. Several resolutions and proclamations recognizing achievements and awareness weeks are also scheduled.

• Approve $500,000 federal grant for 'One Place' housing program to fund beds at Prince Edward Graves Recovery Center
• Approve $5,000 Delta Dental grant for emergency dental services for uninsured schoolchildren
• Approve $5,000 Delta Dental grant for oral health supplies for kindergarten students
• Authorize stormwater control agreement with Greensboro for Law Enforcement Administration Center at 401 W. Sycamore Street

Board of Commissioners - Work Session

The Board will vote on a resolution to authorize the North Carolina Geodetic Survey to re-survey and mark the Guilford-Randolph county line. They will also hear presentations on the Guilford County Schools FY 2026-27 budget and the Guilford Technical Community College FY 2026-27 budget request.

• Resolution to survey, mark, and map the boundary between Guilford and Randolph Counties (Item 2026-179)
• Guilford County Schools FY 2026-27 Budget Presentation (Item 2026-211)
• Guilford Technical Community College FY 2026-27 Budget Request (Item 2026-214)

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The Board of Commissioners will consider several Unified Development Ordinance text amendments regarding rezoning procedures, parking standards, and map standards. Additionally, the Board will review two Voluntary Agricultural District applications and a proclamation for the Month of the Young Child.

• Voluntary Agricultural District application #2026-01 (24.88 acres) owned by Lisa Lee
• Voluntary Agricultural District application #2026-02 (21.72 acres) owned by Adam & Andrea Meylor
• UDO Text Amendment Case #25-10-PLBD-00137 regarding rezoning waiting periods and split-jurisdiction properties
• UDO Text Amendment Case #26-01-PLBD-00005 regarding parking ratios for multi-family dwellings and townhomes
• UDO Text Amendment Case #25-12-PLBD-00149 regarding map standards and document submittal processes

Board of Commissioners - Retreat

The Board of Commissioners is conducting a retreat to review several county-wide strategic topics. Discussions include the FY2027 budget overview, technology needs, and various service delivery strategies.

• FY2027 Budget Overview
• Capital Improvement Plan
• Women and Children's Residential Recovery Project update
• Parks Master Plan follow-up
• Low Income Homeowners Assistance Program