Randolph County public meetings in 2025

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hold a public hearing on the status of the Randolph County Library Board of Trustees. Residents may sign in between 5:00 pm and 6:00 pm and speak for up to three minutes each. After hearing public comments, Commissioners will discuss the issues raised and may take action. The hearing is scheduled for 6:00 pm in the second‑floor meeting room of the Historic Courthouse.

• Public hearing on Randolph County Library Board of Trustees status (6:00 pm, Historic Courthouse, 145‑C Worth St.)

Planning Board

The December 2, 2025, meeting was cancelled because there are no requests for the Planning Board to consider. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct its annual reorganization to elect leadership and appoint representatives to various boards and commissions. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a local match requirement for an economic development project involving Earth Retention Industries.

• Public hearing and resolution for Project Woodstock - Earth Retention Industries local match
• Project Amendment #6 - PTRWA to Asheboro Water Line ($2,400,000)
• Budget Amendment - Public Works ($50,000)
• Budget Amendment - TDA #5 ($2,830)
• Consideration of a new voting system and a Law Enforcement Clerk IV position

Planning Board

The Randolph County Planning Board will hold a quasi‑judicial hearing on a special use permit request for a gunsmithing business at 3566 Old Red Cross Rd. It will also hold a legislative hearing on a rezoning request to change 54.80 acres at US Hwy 220 Bus N and Holder Inman Rd Ext from Residential Agricultural to Light Industrial. The meeting includes routine approvals of the agenda, minutes, and the 2026 meeting schedule, plus a conflict‑of‑interest disclosure.

• Special Use Permit request #2025-00022026 for a gunsmithing business at 3566 Old Red Cross Rd (0.94 acres, RA district)
• Rezoning request #2025-00022027 for 54.80 acres at US Hwy 220 Bus N and Holder Inman Rd Ext, changing from RA to LI district
• Approval of agenda for the November 4, 2025 meeting (consent agenda)
• Approval of minutes from the October 7, 2025 Planning Board and Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting
• Approval of the 2026 Planning Board meeting schedule

The Board unanimously approved the consent agenda (7-0) and recorded no conflicts of interest or old business. In New Business, members discussed a Special Use Permit request by Justin James for a gunsmithing shop at 3566 Old Red Cross Rd. After extensive discussion about testing firearms and safety, the Board moved to reopen the public hearing on the permit, which passed 7-0. The reopening allows the Board to gather additional information before a final decision.

• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Recorded no conflicts of interest
• Declared no old business
• Voted to reopen public hearing for Special Use Permit #2025-00022026 (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Randolph County Board of Commissioners will consider multiple consent‑agenda items, including budget amendments for Public Health, Social Services, the Sheriff’s Office, and a $21,000 amendment for the Liberty Water & Sewer Improvement project. They will also discuss new business items such as updates to the Unified Development Ordinance and a request to reclassify the Register of Deeds.

• Approve Budget Amendment – Sheriff’s Office ($33,490)
• Approve Budget Amendment – Social Services ($25,208)
• Approve Project Amendment – Liberty Water & Sewer Improvement ($21,000)
• Consider Changes to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO)
• Consider Reclassification Requests for the Register of Deeds

Planning Board

The Randolph County Planning Board will conduct a legislative hearing on rezoning request #2025-00022022 submitted by Rodney Ferguson to change 23.70 acres on Whites Chapel Rd, Columbia Township, from a Residential Agricultural District to a Conventional Subdivision Overlay Mixed Conditional District, allowing subdivision for Class B manufactured homes and larger. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the agenda, approval of September 9, 2025 minutes, conflict‑of‑interest disclosures, and an update from the interim planning director.

• Approval of the October 7 agenda (consent agenda)
• Approval of minutes from the September 9, 2025 Planning Board meeting
• Conflict of interest disclosure and ex parte communication review
• Rezoning request #2025-00022022: 23.70 acres on Whites Chapel Rd to CVOM‑CD district
• Update from the interim planning director/assistant county manager

The board approved its consent agenda, including the October 7 agenda and the September 9 minutes, by a 7‑0 vote. The board approved rezoning request #2025‑00022022 to change 23.70 acres on Whites Chapel Rd from Residential Agricultural to a Conventional Subdivision Overlay Mixed‑Conditional District, also by a 7‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 6:43 PM with a unanimous 7‑0 vote.

• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Approved rezoning request #2025-00022022 (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Randolph County Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a quasi-judicial hearing regarding a variance request for a property in Back Creek Township. The applicant is seeking to reduce the required front yard setback from 35 feet to 28 feet.

• Variance request 2025-00022025 for 2976 Shawnee Trl (Tax ID #7734460978)

The Randolph County Zoning Board of Adjustment voted unanimously (7‑0) to approve a variance allowing the front‑yard setback at 2976 Shawnee Trail to be reduced from 35 ft to 28 ft. The decision follows a public hearing where the applicant and several neighbors expressed support and no formal opposition was recorded. The board also approved its consent agenda and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Approved variance to reduce front‑yard setback to 28 ft for 2976 Shawnee Trail (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Randolph County Board of Commissioners and Asheboro City Council are holding a joint meeting to discuss an economic development project. They will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to provide cash grants to a company for a structural assembly facility.

• Proposed $209,000 in County incentives and $297,000 in City incentives over five years
• Requirement for the company to invest $20 million and create 300 new jobs with average wages of $55,133
• Public hearing regarding the appropriation of General Fund revenues for the project
• Proposed state grants including a $3,433,000 JDIG grant and a $500,000 Rural Building Reuse Grant
• Requirement for the project location to be annexed into the city of Asheboro

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing and consider a resolution to adopt changes to the United Development Ordinance (UDO). The meeting also includes discussions on renewable natural gas proposals and a fee schedule for the Agricultural Center commercial kitchen.

• Public hearing and consideration of changes to the United Development Ordinance (UDO)
• Budget amendment for Public Health ($88,000)
• Budget amendment for Veterans Services ($10,000)
• Consideration of proposals for Renewable Natural Gas
• Consideration of Agricultural Center Commercial Kitchen Fee Schedule

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is conducting a public hearing regarding proposed amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance. The updates focus on sign definitions, height restrictions, and the regulation of political signs.

• Proposed replacement of Section 635 with new sign regulations
• Proposed 15-foot height restriction for all signs except outdoor advertising signs
• Proposed addition of 22 new sign definitions, including Political Sign and Agricultural Product Sign
• Proposed alignment of political sign regulations with NCGS § 132-36

Planning Board

The Randolph County Planning Board will hold a Neighborhood Information Meeting on September 11, 2025, from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm in the Commissioners Meeting Room, 145-C Worth St, Asheboro. The meeting is intended for citizens to meet with developers and ask questions about a proposed subdivision. The agenda includes Rodney Ferguson’s application #2025-00022022 to rezone 18.28 acres on Whites Chapel Rd, Columbia Township, from Residential Agricultural District (RA) to Conventional Subdivision Overlay Mixed – Conditional District (CVOM‑CD). The conditional district would allow dividing the existing lot into two additional lots for Class B manufactured homes and above, with changes possible after the meeting and at a later public hearing before the Planning Board.

• Neighborhood Information Meeting on Sep 11 2025, 5:00‑6:30 pm, 145-C Worth St, Asheboro
• Rodney Ferguson application #2025-00022022 to rezone 18.28 acres on Whites Chapel Rd
• Rezoning from RA (Residential Agricultural) to CVOM‑CD (Conventional Subdivision Overlay Mixed – Conditional)
• Proposed subdivision for Class B manufactured homes and above
• Potential changes after the meeting and at a future public hearing before the Planning Board

Planning Board

The Randolph County Planning Board will conduct quasi‑judicial hearings on two special use permit applications. One request is from John Franklin Kime Water Treatment Plant to expand its facility on 216.22 acres at 7297 Adams Farm Rd in the Randleman Lake Critical Area Watershed. The second request is from Randolph Community College for a 60.29‑acre expansion of its Emergency Services Training Facility at 895 Training Center Dr. The board will also update the Unified Development Ordinance sign regulations and address routine agenda items.

• Special Use Permit #2025-00022024: expansion of water treatment plant on 216.22 acres, RA district
• Special Use Permit #2025-00022018: expansion of Randolph Community College training facility on 60.29 acres, RA district
• Update to sign regulations in the Randolph County Unified Development Ordinance
• Approval of agenda and minutes from previous meeting (consent agenda)
• Interim Planning Director report on zoning and growth management statistics

The board approved its consent agenda, moved old business to the end of the meeting, postponed the sign‑regulation update, and voted unanimously to approve the special use permit for the Piedmont Triad Water Authority’s expansion at 7297 Adams Farm Rd.

• Approved consent agenda (agenda and minutes) – vote 7-0
• Moved old business to end of agenda – vote 7-0
• Postponed sign regulation updates until after new business – vote 7-0
• Approved Special Use Permit #2025-00022024 for water treatment plant expansion – vote 7-0

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will vote on several budget amendments and the purchase of law enforcement vehicles. The body is also considering funding for facility maintenance and new school resource officer positions.

• Funding for County Facility Maintenance ($1,115,700)
• Budget Amendment - Emergency Telephone System Fund (-$1,000,000)
• Purchase of eight Chevrolet Silverados and two Chevrolet Tahoes
• Two new School Resource Officer positions
• Transfer of County Owned Property to City of Archdale

Planning Board

The Randolph County Planning Board will hold legislative hearings on two rezoning requests for residential development. The board will also discuss updates to sign regulations within the Unified Development Ordinance.

• Rezoning request #2025-00022020: 21.33-acres on Poole Town Rd for a nine-lot subdivision
• Rezoning request #2025-00022021: 35.01-acres at 1017 Rockcliff Ter for two Class B manufactured homes and a site-built home
• Unified Development Ordinance update regarding sign regulations

The Randolph County Planning Board voted 7-0 to approve rezoning request #2025-00022020 for 21.33 acres on Poole Town Rd and rezoning request #2025-00022021 for 35.01 acres on Rockcliff Ter. Both approvals were unanimous and a fifteen‑day appeal period was explained. The board also voted 7-0 to table the proposed sign regulation amendments until the next meeting.

• Approved rezoning request #2025-00022020 (21.33 acres, Poole Town Rd) – vote 7-0
• Approved rezoning request #2025-00022021 (35.01 acres, Rockcliff Ter) – vote 7-0
• Tabled sign regulation amendment request – vote 7-0

Board of Commissioners

The Randolph County Board of Commissioners will consider budget amendments, including a solid waste reserve fund increase and a breastfeeding program reduction. The board will also discuss funding for senior services and a new school resource officer position.

• Approve Solid Waste Reserve Fund - Project Amendment #1 ($2,517,542)
• Approve Budget Amendment - Breastfeeding Peer Counseling Reduction (-$2,785)
• Approve Supplemental Landfill Host Fee Revenue ($280,229)
• Consider New Position for a School Resource Officer
• Consider Randolph Senior Adults Association (RSAA) Requests

Animal Services Advisory Board

The Randolph County Animal Services Advisory Board will adopt revised bylaws that define the board's purpose, membership composition, officer roles, meeting schedule, and procedural rules. The bylaws set term lengths, quorum requirements, and public comment guidelines. Adoption requires a majority vote of the board and final approval by the Board of Commissioners.

• Adoption of revised bylaws for the Animal Services Advisory Board
• Specification of board membership categories and numbers
• Establishment of two‑year member terms and staggered appointments
• Definition of officer duties, including Chairman and Secretary roles
• Setting quarterly meeting dates and public comment procedures

Planning Board

The Randolph County Department of Planning and Development is holding an informal meeting for citizens to question developers. The discussion concerns a request to rezone 21.33 acres for a residential subdivision.

• Rezoning request for 21.33-acres on Poole Town Rd (Tax ID # 7741036101)
• Proposed change from RA - Residential Agricultural District to CVOE-CD - Conventional Subdivision Overlay Exclusive - Conditional District
• Proposed nine-lot subdivision for conventional modulars and site-built homes

Planning Board

The Randolph County Planning Board will hold hearings on three rezoning requests and one special use permit. The board will also receive an update regarding proposed sign regulations.

• Special Use Permit #2025-00022014: Federal firearms license for repair at 1137 Hawk Nest Dr
• Rezoning #2025-00022016: 1.93 acres at 616 Burney Rd to allow Class B mobile homes and above
• Rezoning #2025-00022017: 1.80 acres at 3347 Old 421 Rd for manufacturing of gun suppressors
• Rezoning #2025-00022019: 1.58 acres at 1631 Worthville Rd for a towing service yard
• Proposed sign regulations update

The Randolph County Planning Board reopened the public hearing on Gerald Church’s special‑use permit and approved it by a 6‑1 vote. Earlier, the board approved the consent agenda unanimously. The board also approved three rezoning requests—616 Burney Rd, 3347 Old 421 Rd, and a second request—each by a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved consent agenda (7‑0)
• Approved special‑use permit for firearm‑repair business at 1137 Hawk Nest Dr (6‑1)
• Approved rezoning of 616 Burney Rd to Residential Mixed‑Conditional (7‑0)
• Approved rezoning of 3347 Old 421 Rd to Community Commercial‑Conditional (7‑0)

Board of Commissioners

The Randolph County Board of Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda that includes several budget amendments and project approvals, notably a $2,363,000 amendment for the RCC project. New business items include a tax settlement for FY 24‑25, a proposed 2025‑2026 classification and pay plan, and considerations to purchase four ambulances and three Chevrolet Tahoes. The board will also review a contract for staffing services in 911 communications and an update on the America 250 initiative.

• Approve RCC project amendment ($2,363,000)
• Approve Ramseur Water and Sewer Improvements Project ($52,700)
• Approve Site Development project amendment ($800,000)
• Consider purchase of four ambulances
• Consider purchase of three Chevrolet Tahoes

Planning Board

The Randolph County Planning Board will hold hearings on one rezoning request and two special use permit applications. The board is deciding on land use changes for residential and commercial activities in Providence, Tabernacle, and Asheboro Townships.

• Rezoning request #2025-00022012 for 3.03 acres on Browers Chapel Rd to allow a major subdivision
• Special Use Permit #2025-00022013 for a hair studio at 8582 Racine Rd
• Special Use Permit #2025-00022014 for firearm repair at 1137 Hawk Nest Dr

The Board approved the consent agenda unanimously. It approved a special‑use permit for a hair‑studio accessory building at 8582 Racine Rd with a 7‑0 vote. It approved the rezoning of 3.03 acres on Browers Chapel Rd to a Conventional Subdivision Overlay with a 7‑0 vote. It tabled a special‑use permit for a firearms‑repair license at 1137 Hawk Nest Dr until the next meeting, also 7‑0.

• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit #2025-00022013 for hair studio (7-0)
• Approved rezoning request #2025-00022012 to CVOE-CD (7-0)
• Tabled Special Use Permit #2025-00022014 for firearms repair (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Randolph County Board of Commissioners will vote on a series of budget amendments, including a $1,848,070 amendment for the Detention Center capital project and a $1,200,000 amendment for the Fire Districts Tax Fund. It will also adopt resolutions directing opioid settlement funds to local agencies and consider a loan request from the Town of Seagrove. Additional items include contract approvals, an animal services by‑law update, and public comment on zoning concerns.

• Approve Budget Amendment – Detention Center ($1,848,070)
• Approve Budget Amendment – Fire Districts Tax Fund ($1,200,000)
• Approve Budget Amendment – Opioid Abatement Fund ($53,500)
• Adopt Resolution to Direct Opioid Settlement Funds to Pierced Ministries
• Consider Loan to the Town of Seagrove (amount not specified)

Planning Board

The Randolph County Department of Planning and Development is holding an informal information meeting. Residents can meet with developers to discuss a proposed subdivision development.

• Rezoning request by Lanier, Inc. for 3.03 acres on Browers Chapel Rd (Tax ID #7760460169)
• Proposed change from RE-Residential Exclusive District to CVOE-CD-Conventional Subdivision Overlay Exclusive-Conditional District
• Proposal to add two additional lots for site-built homes to an existing minor subdivision

Planning Board

The Randolph County Planning Board will hold hearings on a special use permit for vehicle sales and a rezoning request for a new home lot. The board will also consider a resolution regarding pending legislative changes in the North Carolina General Assembly.

• Special Use Permit #2025-00022011 for automotive, RV, and equipment sales at 580 Roman Rd
• Rezoning Request #2025-00022010 for 5.14 acres at US Hwy 311 and Farlow Ln from RA to CVOE-CD
• Resolution regarding pending legislative changes in the North Carolina General Assembly

The Planning Board approved the consent agenda unanimously. It approved a special use permit for Justin Taylor at 580 Roman Rd and a rezoning request for Amelia F. Davis at US Hwy 311 and Farlow Ln, each with a 7‑0 vote. The board voted 7‑0 not to take action on a proposed resolution concerning pending North Carolina legislative changes.

• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for 580 Roman Rd (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 5.14 acres at US Hwy 311 & Farlow Ln (7-0)
• Voted not to act on pending legislative resolution (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Randolph County Board of Commissioners will vote on a series of budget and project amendments, including a $1,848,070 amendment for the Detention Center and a $743,580 amendment for Strategic Planning Grants. The consent agenda also contains several smaller budget items ranging from $8,878 to $350,000. New business includes a contract renewal for inmate medical services with Mediko, Inc., a loan proposal for the Town of Seagrove, and a public hearing on Unified Development Ordinance updates. Additional items cover a position reclassification for the Juvenile Day Reporting Center and a planning and zoning peer‑review report.

• Approve Project Amendment – Detention Center ($1,848,070)
• Approve Budget Amendment – Strategic Planning Grants ($743,580)
• Consider Contract Renewal with Mediko, Inc. for inmate medical services
• Consider Loan to the Town of Seagrove
• Public Hearing for Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) Legislative Updates

General

The Board of Commissioners will review recommended changes to the Unified Development Ordinance to ensure compliance with North Carolina General Statutes. The Randolph County Planning and Zoning Board unanimously recommended these updates for approval.

• Proposed rules for drone traffic control (Section 640)
• Proposed rules for battery-charged security fences (Section 639)
• New regulations for model homes within subdivision developments (Section 725)
• Updated rules for on-premises advertising signs (Section 635)
• Amendment to count boarding horses on property as an agricultural use (Section 607)

Planning Board

The Randolph County Planning Board will hold legislative hearings on two rezoning applications: one for 5.06 acres at 951 Wright Country Rd to change from Residential Exclusive to Rural Lot Subdivision Overlay, and another for 1.80 acres at 4698 and 4684 US Hwy 220 Business S to change from Residential Restricted and Residential Agricultural to Community Commercial. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the agenda and minutes, a conflict‑of‑interest disclosure, and an update on the Unified Development Ordinance. An update from the interim planning director will be presented before adjournment.

• Legislative hearing on Rezoning Request #2025-00022008 (5.06 acres at 951 Wright Country Rd)
• Legislative hearing on Rezoning Request #2025-00022009 (1.80 acres at 4698 and 4684 US Hwy 220 Business S)
• Consent agenda: approval of meeting agenda and March 4, 2025 minutes
• Conflict of interest disclosure and ex parte communication review
• Update on 2024 North Carolina legislative changes to the Randolph County Unified Development Ordinance

The Planning Board approved the consent agenda and minutes from the March 4 meeting. It voted 7-0 to approve rezoning request #2025-00022008 for 951 Wright Country Rd and rezoning request #2025-00022009 for 4698/4684 US Hwy 220 Business S. The board also recommended approval of legislative updates to the Randolph County Unified Development Ordinance and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved Consent Agenda (7-0)
• Approved rezoning request #2025-00022008 for 951 Wright Country Rd (7-0)
• Approved rezoning request #2025-00022009 for 4698/4684 US Hwy 220 Business S (7-0)
• Recommended approval of UDO legislative updates to Commissioners (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several budget amendments and infrastructure projects. New business includes the potential purchase of property for schools and improvements to water and sewer facilities in Ramseur and near I-74.

• Budget amendments: Juvenile Detention and Jury Commission ($79,000), McKinsey Opioid Settlement ($90,148), America 250 NC Grant ($10,000), and TDA #2025-07 ($10,000)
• Consideration of property purchase for Randolph County Schools
• Ramseur Water Treatment Facility Improvements
• I-74 and New Hope Church Road Pump Station, Force Main, and Sewer Improvements
• Agricultural Center Construction Change Orders for Greenhouse, Water Main, Grading, and Storm Water

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding proposed amendments to the Randolph County Watershed Ordinance and the Unified Development Ordinance. The meeting also includes several budget and project amendments and the consideration of an Atrium Health contract update.

• Public hearing and consideration of Randolph County Watershed Ordinance amendments
• Project amendment for Agricultural Center #16 ($228,000)
• Historic Courthouse Capital Project Amendment #7 ($200,000)
• Upfitting eight Ford Pursuit Vehicles ($107,046)
• Adjustment of Strategic Planning Program Grants ($451,948)

Planning Board

The Randolph County Planning Board will hold hearings on several land-use requests, including a 13-lot subdivision and a convenience store. The board will also discuss required updates to the Watershed Protection Ordinance to maintain state compliance.

• Special Use Permit for a third family residence at 4505 Hinshaw Town Rd
• Special Use Permit for an automotive repair shop at 3582 NC Hwy 134
• Rezoning of 85.18 acres at Thayer Rd and Skeens Mill Rd for a 13-lot subdivision
• Rezoning of 2.89 acres on Poole Rd for a convenience store with fueling and EV charging
• Updates to the Randolph County Watershed Protection Ordinance

Planning Board

The Randolph County Planning Board will hold an informal Neighborhood Information Meeting on February 6, 2025, to let residents ask developers about a proposed subdivision. The meeting concerns a request by Creek Hill Investments, LLC to rezone 85.18 acres in Tabernacle Township from Residential Agricultural District to a Rural Lot Subdivision Overlay Restricted – Conditional District, allowing a 13‑lot subdivision. Any changes to the request can be made after the meeting and at a later public hearing before the Planning Board.

• Rezoning request for 85.18 acres on Thayer Rd and Skeens Mill Rd, Tabernacle Township, from RA to RLOR‑CD (13‑lot subdivision)
• Neighborhood Information Meeting on Feb 6, 2025, 5:00‑6:30 p.m., Commissioners Meeting Room, 1909 Historic Courthouse, 145‑C Worth St, Asheboro
• Public hearing to follow the meeting for final decision on the rezoning

Planning Board

The board will conduct routine matters such as approving the agenda, minutes, and confirming any conflicts of interest. No new planning requests were submitted, so the board will not consider any items and the meeting will be purely procedural.

Board of Commissioners

The Randolph County Board of Commissioners will approve budget amendments totaling over $262,000 and consider amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance, including commercial zoning and watershed changes. The meeting will also feature a public hearing on an economic development incentives contract.

• Approve Budget Amendments: Building Inspections ($61,225), Economic Development ($186,223), Emergency Services ($14,000)
• Approve Project Amendment: Site Development Capital Project Fund ($1.5 million)
• Public Hearing: Economic Development Project Blue Crab incentives contract
• Public Hearing: Amendments to Randolph County Unified Development Ordinance (Commercial Zoning, Watershed)
• Approve Request to Contract for Site Preparation and Civil Work for Randleman VIPER Tower

Planning Board

The Randolph County Planning Board will hold a legislative hearing on a rezoning request that would change 308.64 acres at 6960 Ferguson Rd from Residential Agricultural to a Rural Industrial Overlay for a ground‑mounted photovoltaic solar farm and battery storage. The board will also hear other rezoning requests, several special‑use permit applications for additional residences and a firearms license accessory building, and will adopt required updates to the Watershed Protection Ordinance.

• Rezoning 308.64 acres at 6960 Ferguson Rd to Rural Industrial Overlay for a utility‑scale solar farm
• Rezoning 0.72 acres at 850 NC Hwy 22 S to Highway Commercial District
• Amendment of Conditional District on 7.83 acres at 5175 NC Hwy 49 S for heavy‑equipment sales and repair
• Special Use Permit for a second residence (guest house) at 437 NC Hwy 22 N
• Required updates to the Randolph County Watershed Protection Ordinance

Board of Commissioners

The Randolph County Board of Commissioners will vote on the consent agenda, which includes several appointments and three budget amendments. The budget amendments increase funding for the Sheriff's Office by $2,000, for Public Health by $2,500, and for the Public Library by $1,400. In new business, the board will consider additional funding for the Sheriff's Office and proposals to reclassify social‑services positions and revise the agricultural center classification plan. The meeting also features a special recognition for retiring Captain Brian Arrington and reports from the audit, tourism development authority, and United Way.

• Approve budget amendment – Sheriff's Office ($2,000)
• Approve budget amendment – Public Health ($2,500)
• Approve budget amendment – Public Library ($1,400)
• Approve resolution appointing Justin Luck as Plat Officer for the City of Asheboro
• Consider additional funding request for the Sheriff's Office