Guilford public meetings in 2023
46 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider budget amendments for medication assistance and foster care expenses. The agenda includes contract awards for courthouse elevator refurbishments and vehicle maintenance. Additionally, the Board will review a proposal for 27 new positions in Children's Services.
- Budget amendment for Cone Health Medication Assistance Program ($145,146)
- Contract awards for elevator refurbishment at Greensboro and High Point courthouses
- Approval of 27 additional Children's Services and CQI positions
- Purchase of replacement law enforcement vehicles
- Budget amendment for replacement tasers for the Sheriff's Office
Board of Commissioners - Work Session
The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss several items. These include the Guiding Guilford Comprehensive Plan and the Sandhills LME/MCO merger. The board will also review tax collection interlocal agreements and updates to the cash management and investment policy.
- Guiding Guilford Comprehensive Plan discussion (2023-549)
- Sandhills LME/MCO merger discussion (2023-427)
- Tax collection interlocal agreements (2023-558)
- Cash management and investment policy update (2023-479)
Board of Commissioners
The Board will conduct elections for the 2024 Chairman and Vice Chairman. The agenda includes several budget amendments for public health programs, vehicle purchases, and infrastructure agreements.
- Election of 2024 Board Chairman and Vice Chairman
- FY24 NCDPS One Step Further Grant of $37,715
- Cone Health Foundation contract for JustTeens Greensboro ($148,323)
- Guilford County Partnership for Children Adopt-a-Mom Program ($89,000)
- Purchase of 14 vehicles from Toyota of Greensboro (Rice Toyota)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review budget amendments for public health, opioid recovery services, and the NCDPS Re-Entry Council. The agenda also includes the purchase of seven fleet vehicles and an airplane for the Sheriff's Office.
- DHHS Public Health budget amendment ($1,733,151)
- Opioid settlement funding for recovery services at Daymark
- Purchase of seven fleet vehicles from NC State contracts
- Budget amendment to purchase an airplane for the Sheriff's Office
- FY24 application for Public School Building Capital Fund ($6.75 million)
Board of Commissioners
The Board is considering a $6.75 million application for public school building capital funds from the NC Education Lottery. They are also reviewing a budget amendment to re-appropriate $139,806 in grant funds for the Local Re-entry Council. Additionally, a resolution regarding regulatory applications for parcel number 91121 is up for consideration.
- $6.75 million application for Public School Building Capital Funds via NC Education Lottery
- $139,806 budget amendment for the Local Re-entry Council grant
- Resolution to support regulatory applications for parcel number 91121
- School maintenance including roof and cooling tower replacements at various schools
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review several service contracts, including staffing for the Department of Health & Human Services and IT technical services. The agenda also includes proclamations for Domestic Violence Awareness Month and Operation Green Light. Additionally, the Board will recognize Grimsley High School's 2022 undefeated football season.
- $335,296 contract with Vanguard Professional Staffing for social workers
- $54,892 purchase of Tyler Technologies software licenses
- IT staffing contract with TEKsystems, Inc. up to $600,000 over three years
- $57,816 annual agreement with Tourism Development Authority for accounting services
- Proclamation declaring October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Board of Commissioners Work Session
The Board of Commissioners will receive updates regarding capital projects, including the school bond sale and joint school facilities. The session also includes updates on the space study and flexible work arrangements for county personnel.
- School bond sale update (2023-496)
- Joint school facilities presentation (2023-503)
- Space study update (2023-504)
- Flexible work arrangements for county personnel update (2023-507)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will administer the oath of office to newly appointed Commissioner Brandon Gray. The oath is to be administered by Superior Court Judge Stephanie Reese.
- Oath of office for Commissioner Brandon Gray
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several budget amendments, including a $107,166 donation for Animal Services and an $18,230 emergency management grant. The agenda also includes the adoption of a new statewide mutual aid agreement and a voluntary agricultural district application.
- $107,166 anonymous donation to Guilford County Animal Services
- $18,230 Emergency Management Performance Grant award
- 2023 Statewide Mutual Aid Agreement adoption
- Voluntary Agricultural District Application #2023-06 (37.34 acres)
- FY 2023-24 Rural Operating Assistance Program grant application
Board of Commissioners Work Session
The Board of Commissioners will receive an update regarding County ARPA Projects and CBO Grants. The session also includes a review of board priorities.
- Update on County ARPA Projects and CBO Grants (2023-490)
- Review of Board Priorities (2023-491)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review several budget amendments, including funding for juvenile detention security and water assistance. The agenda includes contract discussions with Spectrum Enterprise and the City of Greensboro, as well as a public hearing regarding a rural building reuse grant.
- Budget amendment for Juvenile Detention Facility Security Enhancements
- DHHS budget amendment for FY2024 Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP)
- Contract with Spectrum Enterprise for Ethernet Wide Area Network service
- Interlocal agreement with the City of Greensboro for 800 MHz radio system maintenance
- Public hearing for NC Department of Commerce Rural Building Reuse Grant - Guerrilla RF, Inc./Project Amplify
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider land acquisitions for the Katherine G Johnson K-8 School site and a budget amendment to purchase five replacement law enforcement vehicles. The meeting also includes public hearings on several transportation grant applications and reviews of inter-local agreements.
- Land acquisition for Katherine G Johnson K-8 School at 721 S Bunker Hill Rd and Boylston Rd
- Budget amendment to purchase five replacement law enforcement vehicles
- Contract with UNC-G for an eviction mediation and landlord outreach program
- Public hearings on FY 2024-25 transportation grant applications
- Inter-local agreements with eight public health departments for ARPA workforce development
Board of Commissioners - Work Session
The Board of Commissioners will discuss GTCC capital needs and aviation phase 1 project updates. The meeting also includes a discussion on employee benefits and regulation amendments.
- GTCC Capital Needs and Aviation Phase 1 Project (2023-470)
- Total Rewards - Employee Benefits and Regulation Amendments (2023-469)
Board of Commissioners
The Board is reviewing an agreement with Guilford County Schools regarding school nursing services. They are also considering a $20,000 grant for the Historic Jamestown Society and the formation of a sub-committee to study a maternal women’s care center.
- Interlocal Memorandum of Agreement with Guilford County Schools for school nursing
- $20,000 Community-Based Organization grant to Historic Jamestown Society, Inc.
- Creation of a sub-committee to study a Maternal Women’s support and recovery care center
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider several budget amendments, contract renewals, and grant applications. The agenda includes a legislative hearing regarding a Planning Board rezoning decision for 5805 Church Street and a proposal to authorize the use of the national motto on county buildings.
- Legislative hearing on Planning Board rezoning case #23-04-PLBD-00042 at 5805 Church Street
- Budget amendment for NC Governor's Highway Safety DWI Taskforce Grant
- DHHS-Public Health Ready for School, Ready for Life Family Connects application for $1,626,192
- DHHS-Public Health Ready for School, Ready for Life Doula Program application for $20,900
- DHHS-Public Health Foundation for Healthy High Point Family Connects application for $207,199
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review several budget amendments related to public health and crisis intervention. They are also considering agreements regarding park operations and office space subleasing.
- $71,472 allocation for the Crisis Intervention Program (CIP)
- $8,500 grant for WIC workforce development
- $143,477 in additional funding for various Public Health programs
- Amended agreement with City of Burlington for Guilford Mackintosh Park
- $75,000 annual rent for office space at 2301 West Meadowview Road
Board of Commissioners
The Board is reviewing agency service contracts for foster care and in-home aide services. They are also considering a $150,000 request to purchase six Toyota Camry sedans to replace high-mileage vehicles. Additionally, a rezoning appeal for 5805 Church Street was removed from public hearings.
- Purchase of six Toyota Camry LE vehicles from Toyota of Greensboro for $150,000
- DHHS-DSS agency service contracts for FY 2023-24 involving amounts over $200,000
- Removal of the 5805 Church Street rezoning appeal from public hearings
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review several budget amendments, including funding for infant mortality reduction and youth transitional living. The meeting also includes discussions on a $390,000 allocation to One Step Further and an ARPA agreement with shift_ed.
- $37,763 budget amendment for the Every Baby Guilford community-based doula program
- $198,300 NCDPS Youth Focus grant for the HEARTH Transitional Living Program
- $390,000 allocation to One Step Further for various services and the Gate City Coalition
- $500,000 ARPA nonprofit agreement with shift_ed for Educational Continuum of Care initiatives
- Participation agreement with CCPA for medical supplies from Bound Tree Medical up to $400,000
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is reviewing a resolution to modify health care coverage for retired employees. The proposal allows certain retirees who are rehired into full-time positions to keep their original insurance contribution rates. This modification would not require additional county funds.
- Resolution to modify retiree health care coverage (E. 2023-400)
- Recognition of Rachel Clapp as YouthVoice Delegate
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is considering a $228,659 contract with Innolect, Inc. for a diversity, equity, and inclusion initiative. Other items include appropriating $59,322 in interest earned for emergency rental assistance and updating the Behavioral Health Center Oversight Board structure.
- $228,659 contract with Innolect, Inc. for a DEI strategic plan
- $59,322 appropriation of interest earned for Emergency Rental Assistance 2 (State)
- Changes to Behavioral Health Center Oversight Board membership and by-laws
- Resolution encouraging the NC General Assembly to prioritize public schools in the 2023-25 budget
Board of Commissioners Work Session
The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss fiscal year 2023-24 budget requests. Discussions include the Sheriff's Office, the Tax Department, and Guilford County Schools. The board will also receive an update on the county's FY 2023-24 budget.
- Sheriff's Office FY 2023-24 budget request discussion
- Tax Department FY 2023-24 budget request discussion
- Guilford County Schools' FY 2023-24 budget request discussion
- Guilford County FY 2023-24 budget update
Board of Commissioners
The Board will hold public hearings regarding the proposed FY 2023-24 county budget and an economic development incentive grant for ProKidney, LLC. The agenda also includes budget amendments for property tax refunds and juvenile crime prevention funding.
- Public hearing on the FY 2023-24 proposed county budget
- Economic development incentive grant to ProKidney, LLC
- Purchase of body worn camera kits for Central-High Point Jail
- Budget amendment for property tax refunds for Hertz Greensboro 300 North Greene St LLC
- Contract renewal options with Aramark Correctional Services and Wellpath, LLC
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is considering an interlocal agreement with the City of High Point. This agreement involves installing eleven fire hydrants on a water line running from Randleman Lake to High Point in the Pinecroft Sedgefield Fire District.
- $200,000 interlocal agreement with the City of High Point for fire hydrant installation
- Installation of eleven fire hydrants along the water line from Randleman Lake
Board of Commissioners - Work Session
The Board of Commissioners held a work session to review the Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC) 2023-2024 county budget request and proposal. The meeting focused on the college's budget update for the upcoming fiscal year.
- GTCC 2023-2024 County Budget Request (Item 2023-322)
- GTCC 2023-2024 County Budget Proposal
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review the FY 2023-24 budget presentation and several consent agenda items. Public hearings are scheduled regarding a parcel transfer between fire districts and a sanitary landfill franchise. The meeting also includes discussions on economic development incentives and opioid settlement spending.
- Budget amendments for five capital project closures, two amendments, and four new projects
- Purchase of two replacement law enforcement Dodge Chargers
- Parcel transfer from Oak Ridge Fire Protection Service District to Summerfield Fire Service District
- Ordinance granting a sanitary landfill franchise to A-1 Sandrock, Inc.
- Economic development incentive grant for Phase Change Energy Solutions, Inc.
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding an economic development incentive grant for Phase Change Energy Solutions, Inc. The proposal includes up to $40,565 in funds for a projected $4,186,073 investment and 51 new jobs. The Board will also present a resolution celebrating the centennial of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.'s Kappa Lambda Chapter.
- Proposed economic development incentive grant up to $40,565 for Phase Change Energy Solutions, Inc.
- Projected $4,186,073 investment and 51 new jobs at a Winston Street location in Greensboro
- Resolution celebrating the centennial anniversary of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.'s Kappa Lambda Chapter
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider the realignment of FY2023 JCPC funding and a $28,850 grant application for rural health medication assistance. The agenda also includes reviewing construction bidder prequalification policies and interlocal agreements with Greensboro and High Point.
- Realignment of FY2023 JCPC funding
- $28,850 grant application for the Office of Rural Health Medication Assistance Program
- Time extension for WGI Design contract regarding Truist and Plaza Parking Deck
- Two Voluntary Agricultural District (VAD) applications
- Prequalification policy for construction or repair project bidders
Board of Commissioners
The Board is reviewing a request to allocate $2 million in ARPA funds for the Center for Hope and Healing project. Additionally, they will consider a grant application for medication assistance and appoint a review officer for Archdale maps and plats.
- $2 million ARPA funding request for Center for Hope and Healing
- $28,850 grant application for Medication Assistance Program
- Appointment of Matthew Wells as review officer for Town of Archdale maps and plats
- Recognition of 2023 NC Public Transportation Association's Safety Award
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several budget amendments, including a $7.6 million interlocal agreement with Guilford County Schools. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding an economic development incentive grant for Marshall Aviation-USA, LLC.
- Interlocal agreement with Guilford County Schools for wrap around and mental health services: $7,616,906
- Public hearing for Marshall Aviation-USA, LLC economic development incentive grant
- Budget amendment for DHHS-Public Health Division Smart Start child care consultation: $25,000
- Budget amendment for six replacement law enforcement vehicles
- Dental clinic grant quarterly reporting incentive: $6,000
Board of Commissioners
The Board is considering a revised funding plan for the Home and Community Care Block Grant for fiscal year 2022-23. The update shifts funds between service providers to address pandemic effects and changing needs for senior services like meals, transportation, and in-home care.
- Updated FY 2022-23 HCCBG funding plan totaling $3,226,468
- Required local match of $344,847
- Budget ordinance amendment to decrease Federal/State Revenue and Social Services budget by $1,101
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review a legislative hearing for a residential rezoning request. The agenda also includes budget amendments for water assistance, public school building capital funds, and transit mobility agreements.
- Rezoning 15.17 acres at 8527 ZZ Hudson-James Road and 2.89 acres at 8426 ZZ Rumbley Road from Agricultural to RS-30 Residential
- FY2023 Application for Public School Building Capital Fund ($6.75 million)
- Budget amendment for Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP)
- Inter-local agreement with City of Greensboro for Section 5310 Enhanced Mobility for Seniors & Individuals with Disabilities
- Approval of three Voluntary Agricultural District applications
Board of Commissioners - Work Session
The Board of Commissioners will consider the property tax early payment discount rate for 2023-24. The work session also includes discussions regarding budget town hall feedback and updates on county revenues.
- Consideration of 2023-24 property tax early payment discount rate
- Discussion of FY 2023-24 budget town hall feedback
- Review of county vision and mission statements
- Update on county revenues
- Update on FY 2024 budget
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is reviewing requests regarding Guilford County Schools capital project ordinance revisions and transfers. The agenda also includes a $6.75 million application for the FY2023 Public School Building Capital Fund via NC Education Lottery distribution.
- $6.75 million FY2023 Public School Building Capital Fund application
- Guilford County Schools capital project ordinance revisions
- Capital project ordinance transfers request
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review several budget amendments and contracts related to public health services. Key items include funding for WIC services, dental programs, and a large ARPA-funded initiative for school-based telehealth clinics through Cone Health.
- $2.2 million agreement with Cone Health for 10 school-based telehealth clinics
- $85,203 budget amendment for WIC Client Services
- $5,000 grant from Delta Dental Foundation for Project Access Dental
- $3,000 donation to support Chandler Dental Clinic
- $25,000 funding increase for ARPA Public Health Workforce Development in Region 5 counties
Board of Commissioners - Work Session
The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to review the 2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and discuss the county fund balance.
- Review of the 2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
- Discussion regarding the county fund balance
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hear a public hearing regarding a zoning appeal for property at 407 S. Bunker Hill Road. Additionally, the Board is considering the adoption of a Minority and Women Business Enterprise (MWBE) policy and administrative manual.
- Public hearing on zoning appeal for 407 S. Bunker Hill Road
- Adoption of MWBE Policy and Administrative Manual
- $30,000 transfer from County Manager’s Contingency to Human Resources
- Appointment of Raleta S. Dawkins to Parks & Recreation Commission
- Reappointment of Glenn Cashion to Parks & Recreation Commission
Board of Commissioners - Work Session
The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss fiscal year 2023-24 budget priorities. The meeting includes a recap of the BOC Retreat and a review of draft budget items and funding needs.
- FY 2023-24 budget priorities discussion
- Review of FY 2023-24 budget items and funding needs
- BOC Retreat recap
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is reviewing budget amendments for several grants related to oral health and law enforcement. The agenda also includes contracts for new law enforcement and animal services vehicles. Additionally, the Board will authorize ARPA funding agreements for various municipal infrastructure and arts projects.
- $50,000 Blue Cross NC grant for dental clinic education and supplies
- $119,002 grant to fund two Deputy Sheriff positions for the Family Justice Center
- $659,864 purchase of undercover vehicles and patrol units for the Sheriff's Office
- $108,750 purchase of Chevrolet Silverado trucks for Animal Services
- $2.5 million agreement with United Arts Council of Greater Greensboro
Board of Commissioners - Work Session
The Board will review the drafted MWBE Policy and Administrative Manual. This follows a resolution to implement recommendations from the 2023 Disparity Study. The session also includes a discussion regarding FY 2023-24 budget priorities.
- Review of MWBE Policy and Administrative Manual
- Discussion of FY 2023-24 Budget Priorities
Board of Commissioners - Work Session
The Board of Commissioners is reviewing a request from Guilford County Schools to amend the Peck Expeditionary Learning School project ordinance. The proposal seeks an additional $37,413,764 in general obligation bonds due to rising construction costs. If approved, the total project amount would increase to $78,737,396.
- $37,413,764 increase in GO bond revenue request
- Amendment to Peck Expeditionary Learning School project ordinance
Board of Commissioners
The Board will consider several municipal agreements funded by ARPA, including water system projects in Stokesdale, Oak Ridge, and Gibsonville. They will also review a new inmate housing agreement with the U.S. Marshals Service and a $25,000 donation for community initiatives.
- $712,340.46 contract for 254 air purifiers in Guilford County Schools
- New USMS agreement to house federal inmates at $95 per day
- $3,113,038 for Stokesdale Water Project via ARPA funds
- $3,265,000 for Oak Ridge Water System Project via ARPA funds
- $2,800,000 for Gibsonville Water Tank via ARPA funds
Board of Commissioners - Work Session
The Board will consider a $172,160 contract amendment for the new Sheriff's Office design services. They will also discuss disposition options for the former Animal Shelter property at 4525 W. Wendover Avenue. A closed session is scheduled to consult with the County Attorney regarding potential property acquisition.
- $172,160 contract amendment for Sheriff's Office design services
- Disposition of former Animal Shelter property at 4525 W. Wendover Avenue
- Closed session regarding potential property acquisition
Board of Commissioners
The Board is considering approval of the Community-Based Organizations funding policy. The application process is scheduled to open February 8 and close March 31. Staff will evaluate applications in April for inclusion in the Manager's Recommended Budget.
- Approval of the Community-Based Organizations funding policy
- Appointments to the Commission on Aging, Planning Board, and Visit High Point
- Reappointments to the GTCC Board of Trustees, Health & Human Services Advisory Board, and Jury Commission
Board of Commissioners
The Board is considering budget amendments to move the Stormwater division and manage grants for Animal Services and the Sheriff’s Office. Items include a $93,722 purchase of laptops for Child Support Services and the renewal of the Haw River Trail agreement. A legislative hearing will also address changes to recreation use classifications in the Unified Development Ordinance.
- Transfer of $883,139 to move Stormwater division to Planning and Development
- Purchase of 60 Dell laptops and docks for Child Support Services at $93,722
- Renewal of the multi-jurisdictional Haw River Trail Memorandum of Understanding
- $24,500 grant for Sheriff's Office mobile radios
- Zoning amendments for recreation use classifications
Board of Commissioners Work Session
The Board of Commissioners will review updates on school capital projects and Law Enforcement Center construction. The session also includes a report on MWBE Disparity Study recommendations and a proposal to expand the MWBE program with five new positions.
- 12 new Guilford County Schools project ordinances totaling $92,000,000
- Addition of five full-time positions for the MWBE program
- Authorization of a $463,900 staffing contract for the MWBE program
- Review of recommendations from the MWBE Disparity Study
- Amendment to the Community Based Organizations funding policy
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is reviewing a grant application for the Family Connects Guilford program. They are also considering a resolution to authorize $115,289 in opioid settlement funds for a new coordinator position. No additional county funds are required for either item.
- Ready Ready Grant application for Family Connects Guilford ($2,552,301)
- Opioid Settlement Spending Resolution for a Coordinator position ($115,289)