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Municipal budget
Total revenue$493.7M (FY2023)
Total spending$452.8M (FY2023)
Taxes$155.4M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$78.2M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$3,056 (FY2023)
Development activity
2025957 housing units ($370.5M)
🗳️ Election results (1 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
ROWAN COUNTY County Commission 2024-11-05
Mike Caskey ✓ 39,851 · Craig Pierce ✓ 37,950 · Alissa Redmond 23,367 · Mark Ortiz 7,403 · Bobby Kemp (Write-In) 1,008 · Write-In (Miscellaneous) 280
Upcoming
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 15:00
Board of Commissioners
130 W Innes Street, Salisbury,
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130 W Innes Street, Salisbury,
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130 W Innes Street, Salisbury,
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130 W Innes Street, Salisbury,
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130 W Innes Street, Salisbury,
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130 W Innes Street, Salisbury,
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130 W Innes Street, Salisbury,
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130 W Innes Street, Salisbury,
Recent meetings
Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Commissioners
Board will consider a change to the county water rates.
The Rowan County Board of Commissioners will review a consent agenda that includes budget amendments, contracts, grants, and policy updates. They will hold public hearings on a data center moratorium and a road name change for Old Crow Lane. The meeting also includes consideration of a water rate change, a donation project for a Sloan Park pickleball court, and a resolution allowing retiring officers to purchase service sidearms.
- Water Rate Change (item V)
- BOC Approval Request – Sloan Park Pickleball Court Donation Project (item Y)
- Resolution for retiring officers to purchase service sidearms (item AA)
- Public Hearing – Data Center Moratorium (Regular Agenda A)
- Public Hearing – Road Name Change – Old Crow Lane (Regular Agenda B)
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130 W Innes Street, Salisbury,
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ROWAN COUNTY COMMISSION AGENDA
July 20, 2026 - 6:00 PM
J. Newton Cohen, Sr. Room
J. Newton Cohen, Sr. Rowan County Administration Building
130 West Innes Street, Salisbury, NC 28144
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Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
Consider Additions to the Agenda
Consider Deletions From the Agenda
Consider Approval of the Agenda
Board members are asked to voluntarily inform the Board if any matter on the agenda might present
a conflict of interest or might require the member to be excused from voting.
1. Consider Approval of Consent Agenda
A. Consider Approval of the Minutes - 06/15/26 Regular Meeting and 07/08/26 Special
Meeting
B. Budget Amendments
C. Award/Approve 2026-019 - RCC AG Storage Building - Holden
D. Administrative Services Contract – HOME-ARP Interlocal Agreement - City of
Salisbury
E. Award/Approve-Professional Grant Administration Services for HOME-ARP Grant—
The Hills Tandem LLC
F. HCCBG FY27 Poposed Funding Plan
G. Purchasing – Multiple Sole Source Requests (Fiscal Year) - Cont.
H. Change Order #14 -Holden Building Co. - RCC-Health Department
I. Amendment #3 - PayTel Inmate Communication Services - Sheriff's Office - IT
J. Set a Public Hearing for Ordinance Text Amendment for August 3, 2026
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Wed Jul 8, 2026 · 16:00
Board of Commissioners
Board will consider a Special Operations Use Permit for Bible Missionary Baptist Church
The Rowan County Board of Commissioners will meet on July 8, 2026. The board will consider a Special Operations Use Permit application submitted by Bible Missionary Baptist Church. No other agenda items are listed beyond standard procedural matters.
- Special Operations Use Permit – Bible Missionary Baptist Church
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130 West Innes St., Salisbury
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ROWAN COUNTY COMMISSION AGENDA
July 8, 2026 - 4:00 PM
J. Newton Cohen, Sr. Room
J. Newton Cohen, Sr. Rowan County Administration Building
130 West Innes Street, Salisbury, NC 28144
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Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
Consider Approval of the Agenda
Board members are asked to voluntarily inform the Board if any matter on the agenda might present
a conflict of interest or might require the member to be excused from voting.
1. Regular Agenda Items
A. Special Operations Use Permit - Bible Missionary Baptist Church
2. Adjournment
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Greg Edds, Chairman Aaron Church, County Manager
Jim Greene, Vice-Chairman Sarah Pack, Clerk to the Board
Mike Caskey John W. Dees, II, County Attorney
Judy Klusman
Craig Pierce
Rowan County Board of Commissioners
130 West Innes Street ∙ Salisbury, NC 28144
Telephone 704-216-8181 ∙ Fax 704-216-8195
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MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE
ROWAN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
July 8, 2026 – 4:00 PM
J. NEWTON COHEN, SR. ROOM
J. NEWTON COHEN, SR. ROWAN COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
PRESENT:
Greg Edds, Chairman
Jim Greene, Vice-Chairman
Craig Pierce, Commissioner
Mike Caskey, Commissioner
Judy Klusman, Commissioner
County Manager Aaron Church, Assistant County Attorney Eli Hardin , Chief Finance
Officer Anna Bumgarner, and Deputy Clerk to the Board Rebecca Saleeby were also present.
Clerk to the Board Sarah Pack was absent.
Call to Order
Chairman Edds called the meeting to order at 3:59 p.m. Chaplain Michael Taylor provided a
solemnizing prayer. Chairman Edds lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
Consider Approval of the Agenda
On motion of Commissioner Pierce, seconded by Commissioner Klusman, the Board voted 5-
0 to approve the agenda as presented.
Special Operations Use Permit – Fireworks Display
Allyson Summitt, Emergency Services Deputy Chief, presented a request for approval of a
Special Operations Use Permit for a fireworks display sponsored by Bible Missionary Baptist
Church in conjunction with NC Fireworks LLC. The display is
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Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 15:00
Board of Commissioners
130 W Innes Street, Salisbury,
Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Commissioners
Rowan commissioners to consider FY2026-2027 budget approval
The board will vote on the FY2026-2027 budget and schedule a public hearing for a proposed data center moratorium. A lengthy consent agenda includes budget amendments, contract awards, grant applications, and donations. The meeting also includes a closed session for economic development and personnel matters.
- FY2026-2027 budget approval
- Public hearing for data center moratorium scheduled for July 20
- Blue Cross Blue Shield agreement renewal for FY27
- Contract 26352 for Dan Nicholas Park train project
- Ratify donation to Sheriff's Office for K9 kennel (Officer Maggie)
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130 W Innes Street, Salisbury,
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ROWAN COUNTY COMMISSION AGENDA
June 15, 2026 - 6:00 PM
J. Newton Cohen, Sr. Room
J. Newton Cohen, Sr. Rowan County Administration Building
130 West Innes Street, Salisbury, NC 28144
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Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
Consider Additions to the Agenda
Consider Deletions From the Agenda
Consider Approval of the Agenda
Board members are asked to voluntarily inform the Board if any matter on the agenda might present
a conflict of interest or might require the member to be excused from voting.
1. Consider Approval of Consent Agenda
A. Consider Approval of the Minutes - 5/18/26 and 6/1/26 Regular Meetings
B. Budget Amendments
C. Health Department: WIC Grant Opportunity — Urgent Maternal Warning Signs
Initiative
D. REPORT: Opioid data for Rowan and surrounding counties
E. Change Order # 13 - Holden Building Co. - RCC-Health Department Project
F. ADA Renovation Project - The Bogle Firm - DNP Train Maintenance Shop & Depot
Platform
G. Change Order #2 - Chance Rides, LLC - Parks & Rec. - C26351
H. Purchasing – Multiple Sole Source Requests (Fiscal Year)
I. Road Naming-Set Public Hearing-Old Crow Lane
J. Martin Starnes Engagement Letter AFIR
K. Cancelation of July 6th, 2026, Regular Meeting
L. NCDPS/JCPC R
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Greg Edds, Chairman Aaron Church, County Manager
Jim Greene, Vice-Chairman Sarah Pack, Clerk to the Board
Mike Caskey John W. Dees, II, County Attorney
Judy Klusman
Craig Pierce
Rowan County Board of Commissioners
130 West Innes Street ∙ Salisbury, NC 28144
Telephone 704-216-8181 ∙ Fax 704-216-8195
Equal Opportunity Employer
MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE
ROWAN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
June 15, 2026 – 6:00 PM
J. NEWTON COHEN, SR. ROOM
J. NEWTON COHEN, SR. ROWAN COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
PRESENT:
Greg Edds, Chairman
Jim Greene, Vice-Chairman
Craig Pierce, Commissioner
Mike Caskey, Commissioner
Judy Klusman, Commissioner
County Manager Aaron Church, County Attorney Jay Dees , Chief Finance Officer Anna
Bumgarner, and Clerk to the Board Sarah Pack were also present.
Call to Order
Chairman Edds called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Chaplain Michael Taylor provided a
solemnizing prayer. Chairman Edds lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
Consider Additions to the Agenda
Chairman Edds made the following additions to the agenda:
• Contract 26352 – Dan Nicholas Park Train Project (Consent Item EE)
• Policy Exemption for Contracted Employee (Consent Item FF)
• Shield a Badge Donation (Consent Item GG)
• EMS Management and Consultant Contract (Consent Item HH)
• Sheriff’s Office Off-Duty Rate (Consent Item II)
• Landfill Gas Collection and Control System (Consent Item JJ)
• Additional Budget Amendments (Consent Item KK)
• Closed Session for NCGS 143-318.11
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Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 15:00
Board of Commissioners
Board will hold a public hearing on the FY 2027 proposed county budget
The Rowan County Board of Commissioners will discuss and receive public input on the FY 2027 proposed budget. Additional agenda items include a public hearing on the EDC “Project Rack,” road‑naming hearings for Buttercup Lane and Cabin Drive, and a legislative hearing on a land‑development proposal. The meeting also contains a consent agenda with various contracts, proclamations, and policy updates.
- Public Hearing for FY 2027 Proposed Budget
- Public Hearing & Executive Summary – EDC “Project Rack”
- Road Naming Public Hearing – Buttercup Lane
- Road Naming Public Hearing – Cabin Drive
- Legislative Hearing – Morgan Land Development LLC (Z 03‑26)
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✓ Decided: Board approved a three-year Level 1 grant for Project Rack and a $150K One NC grant
The Board unanimously approved the agenda and the consent agenda, which contained multiple budget adjustments and proclamations. It voted 4‑0 to approve a three‑year Level 1 grant for Project Rack and to submit a $150,000 One NC grant application. Commissioners agreed to postpone adoption of the FY 2027 budget until a later June meeting for further review. No other motions were adopted.
- Approved agenda (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda items, including budget amendments and proclamations (4-0)
- Approved Level 1 grant for Project Rack (3‑year term) (4-0)
- Approved submittal of $150,000 One NC grant application (4-0)
- Delayed FY 2027 budget adoption pending further review (consensus)
- Recognized America 250 essay contest winners (ceremonial)
- Approved animal services transport van replacement request ($55,000) – not adopted (discussion only)
- Discussed zoning amendment for watershed regulations (no vote)
130 W Innes Street, Salisbury,
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ROWAN COUNTY COMMISSION AGENDA
June 1, 2026 - 3:00 PM
J. Newton Cohen, Sr. Room
J. Newton Cohen, Sr. Rowan County Administration Building
130 West Innes Street, Salisbury, NC 28144
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Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
Consider Additions to the Agenda
Consider Deletions From the Agenda
Consider Approval of the Agenda
Board members are asked to voluntarily inform the Board if any matter on the agenda might present
a conflict of interest or might require the member to be excused from voting.
1. Consider Approval of Consent Agenda
A. Budget Amendments
B.
Proclamation Establishing June 15-21 as Men’s Health Week in Rowan County
C. LandDesign Inc. - Work Authorization - Parks & Recreation - PNR Master Plan & DNP
Site Concept Plan
D. Request for amendment to incentive agreement for Project Pixie
E. America 250 RSS 6th Grade Essay Contest Winners
F. Revised Policy 10.1 Annual Performance Evaluations
G. Farmland Preservation Budget Amendment
H. Statistically Valid Survey - RRC Associates - PNR Master Plan - Parks & Rec
I. Tax and VTS Refunds for Approval
J. RCC Rental Contract Revision
K. ADA Renovation Project - The Bogle Firm - Ellis Park Bathroom
L. Ambulance Franchise Agreements
M. Landfill Refund
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Greg Edds, Chairman Aaron Church, County Manager
Jim Greene, Vice-Chairman Sarah Pack, Clerk to the Board
Mike Caskey John W. Dees, II, County Attorney
Judy Klusman
Craig Pierce
Rowan County Board of Commissioners
130 West Innes Street ∙ Salisbury, NC 28144
Telephone 704-216-8181 ∙ Fax 704-216-8195
Equal Opportunity Employer
MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE
ROWAN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
June 1, 2026 – 3:00 PM
J. NEWTON COHEN, SR. ROOM
J. NEWTON COHEN, SR. ROWAN COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
PRESENT:
Greg Edds, Chairman
Mike Caskey, Commissioner
Judy Klusman, Commissioner
Craig Pierce, Commissioner
ABSENT:
Jim Greene, Vice-Chairman
County Manager Aaron Church, County Attorney Jay Dees , Chief Finance Officer Anna
Bumgarner, and Clerk to the Board Sarah Pack were also present.
Call to Order
Chairman Edds called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m. Chaplain Michael Taylor provided a
solemnizing prayer. Chairman Edds lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
Consider Additions to the Agenda
Chairman Edds noted the addition of a Corrected Satisfaction for HOME Rehabilitation Deed
of Trust as Consent Item Z.
Consider Deletions From the Agenda
There were no deletions from the agenda.
Consider Approval of the Agenda
On motion of Pierce, seconded by Klusman, the Board voted 4-0 to approve the agenda as
amended.
Consider Approval of the Consent Agenda
On motion of Klusman, seconded by Pierce, the Board voted 4-0 to approve the Consent
Agenda as amended, as follo
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Mon May 18, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Commissioners
Board to consider FY 2026-2027 budget and Kannapolis ETJ resolution
The Rowan County Board of Commissioners will consider approval of a consent agenda containing budget amendments, contracts, and grants. Regular agenda items include a quasi-judicial hearing for a special use permit, a resolution requesting legislative support for assuming Kannapolis extraterritorial jurisdiction, and the FY 2026-2027 proposed budget. A public hearing on the budget is scheduled for June 1, 2026.
- FY 2026-2027 Proposed Budget (public hearing set June 1)
- Resolution requesting legislative support for assuming Kannapolis ETJ
- Quasi-judicial hearing for SUP 03-26 (Morgan Land Development)
- Award of consultant services for Land Development Code — Inspire Placemaking Collective, Inc.
- Sole source contract with Naval Surface Warfare Center FY26-31
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✓ Decided: Board approved $3.76 M Train Project fund transfer and other budget items
The Board voted 4‑0 to approve the amended agenda and the consent agenda. The consent agenda included multiple budget transfers, notably $3,762,056 for the Train Project and $330,000 for a Therapeutic Recreation project. The Board also adopted a proclamation recognizing Emergency Medical Services Week 2026. A quasi‑judicial hearing on a canine training and boarding facility was reconvened, with no final decision recorded.
- Approved amended agenda (4‑0)
- Approved consent agenda (4‑0)
- Transferred $3,762,056 from GF to CP fund for Train Project (consent agenda)
- Transferred $330,000 from GF to CP fund for Therapeutic Recreation Project (consent agenda)
- Approved $330,000 Edifice Contract for concourse main renovation Phase 5 (consent agenda)
- Approved $10,000 Health department PDO Grant award (consent agenda)
- Adopted proclamation recognizing Emergency Medical Services Week 2026 (4‑0)
- Reconvened quasi‑judicial hearing on canine training and boarding facility (no vote recorded)
130 W Innes Street, Salisbury,
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ROWAN COUNTY COMMISSION AGENDA
May 18, 2026 - 6:00 PM
J. Newton Cohen, Sr. Room
J. Newton Cohen, Sr. Rowan County Administration Building
130 West Innes Street, Salisbury, NC 28144
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Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
Consider Additions to the Agenda
Consider Deletions From the Agenda
Consider Approval of the Agenda
Board members are asked to voluntarily inform the Board if any matter on the agenda might present a
conflict of interest or might require the member to be excused from voting.
1. Consider Approval of Consent Agenda
A. Consider Approval of the Minutes - 5/4/26 Regular Meeting
B. Budget Amendments
C. Sole Source - Naval Surface Warfare Center FY26-31
D. Construction Management Services - Edifice - RCC Concourse & Exterior Renovation
Project
E. Sloan Park Donation from TDA
F. GRANTS: Approve Woodson Grant Award - DSS/ROCOC
G. Policy Exemption – Vanguard Professional Staffing (DSS) – FY26–30
H. Award/Approve - Consultant Services: Composition & Development of a Land
Development Code—Inspire Placemaking Collective, Inc.
I. RSS Apple Lease Refresh
J. Capital Project Ordinance for Train at DNP
K. Proclamation - Shield-A-Badge Month
L. Set Public Hearing-Road Naming-Cabin Dr
M. Set Public H
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Greg Edds, Chairman Aaron Church, County Manager
Jim Greene, Vice-Chairman Sarah Pack, Clerk to the Board
Mike Caskey John W. Dees, II, County Attorney
Judy Klusman
Craig Pierce
Rowan County Board of Commissioners
130 West Innes Street ∙ Salisbury, NC 28144
Telephone 704-216-8181 ∙ Fax 704-216-8195
Equal Opportunity Employer
MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE
ROWAN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
May 18, 2026 – 6:00 PM
J. NEWTON COHEN, SR. ROOM
J. NEWTON COHEN, SR. ROWAN COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
PRESENT:
Greg Edds, Chairman
Jim Greene, Vice-Chairman
Craig Pierce, Commissioner
Mike Caskey, Commissioner
ABSENT:
Judy Klusman, Commissioner
County Manager Aaron Church, County Attorney Jay Dees , Chief Finance Officer Anna
Bumgarner, and Deputy Clerk to the Board Rebecca Saleeby were also present. Clerk to the
Board Sarah Pack was absent.
Call to Order
Chairman Edds called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Chaplain Michael Taylor provided a
solemnizing prayer. Chairman Edds lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
Consider Additions to the Agenda
The agenda was amended to a dd Regular Agenda Item F: Closed Session (Attorney-Client
Privilege).
Consider Deletions From the Agenda
There were no deletions from the agenda.
Consider Approval of the Agenda
On motion of Commissioner Pierce, seconded by Vice-Chair Greene, the Board voted 4-0 to
approve the amended agenda.
Consider Approval of the Consent Agenda
On motion of Commissioner Pierce, seconded by Vice-Chair G
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Mon May 4, 2026 · 15:00
Board of Commissioners
Second reading of data center moratorium ordinance on agenda
The Rowan County Board of Commissioners will consider approving a consent agenda containing over 20 items, including a second reading of a moratorium ordinance for data centers and a revised purchase agreement with Fortius Capital Partners. Regular agenda items include a non-public safety pay study presentation, updates on Vaya Health and the opioid settlement, a public hearing on naming a road 'Calebs Promise Way', and a design update for the Dan Nicholas Park train. The meeting will conclude with a closed session under attorney-client privilege.
- Second reading of moratorium ordinance for data centers
- Fortius Capital Partners revised purchase agreement and amended economic development agreement
- Award of contract for RCC Concourse & Exterior Signage – Holden (2026-008)
- Public hearing on road naming – Calebs Promise Way
- Non-public safety pay study presentation
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✓ Decided: Board approves agenda, consent items and basketball team proclamation
The Rowan County Board of Commissioners voted 3-0 to approve the meeting agenda. They also approved the consent agenda, which included multiple budget amendments and fund transfers, by a 3-0 vote. Finally, the Board adopted a proclamation honoring the Salisbury High School boys basketball team, also by a 3-0 vote.
- Approved meeting agenda (3-0)
- Approved consent agenda items, including budget amendments and fund transfers (3-0)
- Approved $19,575 Soil & Water Transfer funds for PT to FT employee S&B (3-0)
- Approved $13,000 Planning funds to cover FY26 fines & fees (3-0)
- Approved $4,400 Sheriff funds for BearCat gun mount purchase (3-0)
- Approved $14,200 Parks & Rec funds for sheriff security at Autumn Jubilee (3-0)
- Approved proclamation honoring Salisbury High School boys basketball team (3-0)
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ROWAN COUNTY COMMISSION AGENDA
May 4, 2026 - 3:00 PM
J. Newton Cohen, Sr. Room
J. Newton Cohen, Sr. Rowan County Administration Building
130 West Innes Street, Salisbury, NC 28144
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Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
Consider Additions to the Agenda
Consider Deletions From the Agenda
Consider Approval of the Agenda
Board members are asked to voluntarily inform the Board if any matter on the agenda might present a
conflict of interest or might require the member to be excused from voting.
1. Consider Approval of Consent Agenda
A. Consider Approval of the Minutes - 4/20/26 Regular Meeting
B. Budget Amendments
C. Change Order # 12 - Holden Building Co. - RCC-Health Department Project
D. Proclamation - Clerks to the Boards of Commissioners Week
E. Proclamation - Public Service Recognition Week
F. Sworn Law Enforcement Pay at Dan Nicholas Park
G. Farmland Preservation Fund Effective Date Clarification
H. RCC Concourse & Exterior Signage Project – ADW Architects – Furniture Design
Services
I. Amendment #1 - Opioid Settlement - Partners in Learning
J. Talbert, Bright, & Ellington (TBE) - Work Authorization 2709-2601 - Mid-Carolina
Regional Airport - Taxiway "C" Rehabilitation
K. Sole Source - Microsoft St
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Greg Edds, Chairman Aaron Church, County Manager
Jim Greene, Vice-Chairman Sarah Pack, Clerk to the Board
Mike Caskey John W. Dees, II, County Attorney
Judy Klusman
Craig Pierce
Rowan County Board of Commissioners
130 West Innes Street ∙ Salisbury, NC 28144
Telephone 704-216-8181 ∙ Fax 704-216-8195
Equal Opportunity Employer
MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE
ROWAN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
May 4, 2026 – 3:00 PM
J. NEWTON COHEN, SR. ROOM
J. NEWTON COHEN, SR. ROWAN COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
PRESENT:
Greg Edds, Chairman
Jim Greene, Vice-Chairman
Mike Caskey, Commissioner
Judy Klusman, Commissioner (entered where noted)
ABSENT:
Craig Pierce, Commissioner
County Manager Aaron Church, County Attorney Jay Dees , Chief Finance Officer Anna
Bumgarner, and Clerk to the Board Sarah Pack were also present.
Call to Order
Chairman Edds called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m. Chaplain Michael Taylor provided a
solemnizing prayer. Chairman Edds lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
Consider Additions to the Agenda
There were no additions to the agenda.
Consider Deletions From the Agenda
There were no deletions from the agenda.
Consider Approval of the Agenda
On motion of Greene, seconded by Caskey, the Board voted 3-0 to approve the agenda as
presented.
Consider Approval of the Consent Agenda
On motion of Greene, seconded by Caskey, the Board voted 3-0 to approve the Consent
Agenda as presented, as follows:
A. Consider Approval of the Minutes - 4/20/26 Regula
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Mon Apr 20, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Commissioners
Board to hold hearing on proposed data center moratorium
The Board will consider a consent agenda covering budget amendments, grant approvals, contract changes, and other routine items. In regular session, they will hold legislative hearings on a proposed moratorium for data centers and a zoning amendment, discuss a fare increase for Rowan Transit System, and receive an update on opioid settlement funds. Public comment will also be heard.
- Legislative hearing to consider moratorium on data centers
- Legislative hearing for zoning case Z 01-26/SNIA 01-26
- Proposed fare increase for Rowan Transit System (discussion)
- Award of inmate automated tracking system to Guardian RFID (consent)
- Contract change for Mid-Carolina Airport corporate and box hangars project (consent)
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✓ Decided: Board adopts Community Technology Advisory Committee by 5‑0 vote
The Board approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included budget amendments, grant approvals, and two agenda additions for grant applications, each with a 5‑0 vote. It then adopted a resolution establishing the Rowan County Community Technology Advisory Committee, adding the school system CTO and community college CIO to its membership, also by a 5‑0 vote. No other substantive motions were taken.
- Approved the agenda as amended (5-0)
- Approved the consent agenda items, including budget amendments and grant approvals (5-0)
- Approved PARTF Grant Application (Consent Item U) (5-0)
- Approved request to apply for Veterans Treatment Court and Adult Treatment Court grants (Consent Item V) (5-0)
- Adopted resolution establishing the Community Technology Advisory Committee (5-0)
- Added Rowan‑Salisbury School System CTO and Rowan‑Cabarrus Community College CIO to committee membership (5-0)
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ROWAN COUNTY COMMISSION AGENDA
April 20, 2026 - 6:00 PM
J. Newton Cohen, Sr. Room
J. Newton Cohen, Sr. Rowan County Administration Building
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Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
Consider Additions to the Agenda
Consider Deletions From the Agenda
Consider Approval of the Agenda
Board members are asked to voluntarily inform the Board if any matter on the agenda might present a
conflict of interest or might require the member to be excused from voting.
1. Consider Approval of Consent Agenda
A. Consider Approval of the Minutes - 4/6/26 Regular Meeting and 3/16/26 Annual
Retreat
B. Budget Amendments
C. Award/Approved-Inmate Automated Tracking System for Sheriff's Office—Guardian
RFID
D. GRANTS: Approve 2025-26 NC Amateur Sports Youth Grant
E. Right-of-Entry Agreement – Sloan Park Flagpole and Sign Donation (Parks &
Recreation)
F. GRANTS: Approval for Grant Application for Marker for Unmarked Historic Cemetery
in Rowan County
G. GRANTS: Amendment to Master Grant Agreement NC Department of Agriculture and
Consumer Services & Rowan Soil & Water District
H. VTS AND TAX REFUNDS
I. Change Order #4 - Courthouse & Detention Center Security - HDR
J. Road Name Change-Set
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Greg Edds, Chairman Aaron Church, County Manager
Jim Greene, Vice-Chairman Sarah Pack, Clerk to the Board
Mike Caskey John W. Dees, II, County Attorney
Judy Klusman
Craig Pierce
Rowan County Board of Commissioners
130 West Innes Street ∙ Salisbury, NC 28144
Telephone 704-216-8181 ∙ Fax 704-216-8195
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE
ROWAN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
April 20, 2026 – 6:00 PM
J. NEWTON COHEN, SR. ROOM
J. NEWTON COHEN, SR. ROWAN COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
PRESENT:
Greg Edds, Chairman
Jim Greene, Vice-Chairman
Craig Pierce, Commissioner (exited where noted)
Mike Caskey, Commissioner
Judy Klusman, Commissioner
County Manager Aaron Church, County Attorney Jay Dees , Chief Finance Officer Anna
Bumgarner, and Clerk to the Board Sarah Pack were also present.
Call to Order
Chairman Edds called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Chaplain Michael Taylor provided a
solemnizing prayer. Chairman Edds lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
Consider Additions to the Agenda
Chairman Edds made the following additions to the agenda:
• Approve PARTF Grant Application (Consent Item U)
• Request Approval to Apply for Two Federal Grants: Veterans Treatment Court Program,
and Adult Treatment Court Grant (Consent Item V)
Consider Deletions From the Agenda
There were no deletions from the agenda.
Consider Approval of the Agenda
On motio n of Pierce, seconded by Greene, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the agenda as
amended.
Consider Approv
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Mon Apr 6, 2026 · 15:00
Board of Commissioners
130 W Innes Street, Salisbury,
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ROWAN COUNTY COMMISSION AGENDA
April 6, 2026 - 3:00 PM
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J. Newton Cohen, Sr. Rowan County Administration Building
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Pledge of Allegiance
Consider Additions to the Agenda
Consider Deletions From the Agenda
Consider Approval of the Agenda
Board members are asked to voluntarily inform the Board if any matter on the agenda might present
a conflict of interest or might require the member to be excused from voting.
1. Consider Approval of Consent Agenda
A. Consider Approval of the Minutes - 3/16/26 Regular Meeting
B. Budget Amendments
C. Change Order # 11 - Holden Building Co. - RCC-Health Department Project
D. Request to Use County Property for Cheerwine Festival 2026
E. Change Order #2 - Lafave's Construction Co. - Recycling Roof Replacement
F. Health Department: FY26-27 Consolidated Agreement with NC DHHS
G. EcoExplore - Parks & Req.
H. Martin Starnes Audit Contract for FY26
I. NCDOT High Impact Low Cost Resolution of Support
J. Approve- Onsite Wellness Clinic - Novant Health
K. Sloan Park Rental/Wedding Agreement
L. Parks and Recreation Contracted Instructor Agreement and Participant Sign-In
Agreement
M. Cash Handlin
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Greg Edds, Chairman Aaron Church, County Manager
Jim Greene, Vice-Chairman Sarah Pack, Clerk to the Board
Mike Caskey John W. Dees, II, County Attorney
Judy Klusman
Craig Pierce
Rowan County Board of Commissioners
130 West Innes Street ∙ Salisbury, NC 28144
Telephone 704-216-8181 ∙ Fax 704-216-8195
Equal Opportunity Employer
MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE
ROWAN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
April 6, 2026 – 3:00 PM
J. NEWTON COHEN, SR. ROOM
J. NEWTON COHEN, SR. ROWAN COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
PRESENT:
Greg Edds, Chairman
Jim Greene, Vice-Chairman
Craig Pierce, Commissioner
Mike Caskey, Commissioner
ABSENT:
Judy Klusman, Commissioner
County Manager Aaron Church, County Attorney Jay Dees , Chief Finance Officer Anna
Bumgarner, and Clerk to the Board Sarah Pack were also present.
Call to Order
Chairman Edds called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m. Chaplain Michael Taylor provided a
solemnizing prayer. Chairman Edds lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
Consider Additions to the Agenda
Chairman Edds made the following adjustments to the agenda:
• Budget Amendment 10-108 added to the agenda as Consent Item EE.
• Local Child Community Protection Team Annual Report 2025 moved from the Regular
Agenda to Consent Item FF.
• Special Recognitions moved forward in the order to Item 2A.
• The Public Engagement Staff Report will be moved forward in the order to Item 2B.
• Public Comment will be moved down in the order to 2C.
**Clerk’s Note: the agenda order was later c
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Mon Mar 16, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Commissioners
Commissioners to consider public safety radio enhancements and budget amendments
The Rowan County Board of Commissioners will meet to review a statement of work for Project 25 Public Safety Radio Communications Systems Enhancements. The board will also consider a consent agenda featuring budget amendments, property use requests, and various equipment purchases.
- Project 25 Public Safety Radio Communications Systems Enhancements with Motorola
- Master Agreement for Therapeutic Recreation Facilities site selection and design with LandDesign
- Purchase of new 800 MHZ Mobile Radios for Rowan Transit System
- Repair of Cat 826K 2019 Compactor at the landfill via Carolina CAT
- Scheduling of legislative hearings for Z 01-26/SNIA 01-26 and Z 02-26
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March 16, 2026 - 6:00 PM
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Pledge of Allegiance
Consider Additions to the Agenda
Consider Deletions From the Agenda
Consider Approval of the Agenda
Board members are asked to voluntarily inform the Board if any matter on the agenda might present
a conflict of interest or might require the member to be excused from voting.
1. Consider Approval of Consent Agenda
A. Consider Approval of the Minutes - 03/02/26 Regular Meeting
B. Budget Amendments
C. Request to Use County Property for Cruise-In/Car Show - 2026
D. NRA Grant Acceptance for Rowan County 4-H
E. Rowan-Cabarrus Community College North Campus Fire Training Center Project
F. Reclassification of Community Paramedic Position
G. Policy Exemption - DKM Media LLC - FY26-30 -Revised
H. Award Master Agreement for Landscape Architectural Services for Site Selection &
Design — Therapeutic Recreation Facilities - LandDesign
I. Schedule Legislative hearing for Z 01-26/SNIA 01-26 for the April 6th meeting.
J. Policy Exemption - DSW - HD. (C26424)
K. Revised Library Hours of Operation
L.
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Greg Edds, Chairman Aaron Church, County Manager
Jim Greene, Vice-Chairman Sarah Pack, Clerk to the Board
Mike Caskey John W. Dees, II, County Attorney
Judy Klusman
Craig Pierce
Rowan County Board of Commissioners
130 West Innes Street ∙ Salisbury, NC 28144
Telephone 704-216-8181 ∙ Fax 704-216-8195
Equal Opportunity Employer
MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE
ROWAN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
March 16, 2026 – 6:00 PM
J. NEWTON COHEN, SR. ROOM
J. NEWTON COHEN, SR. ROWAN COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
PRESENT:
Greg Edds, Chairman
Jim Greene, Vice-Chairman
Mike Caskey, Commissioner
ABSENT:
Craig Pierce, Commissioner
Judy Klusman, Commissioner
County Manager Aaron Church, County Attorney Jay Dees, Clerk to the Board Sarah Pack
and Chief Finance Officer Anna Bumgarner were also present.
Call to Order
Chairman Edds called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Chaplain Michael Taylor provided a
solemnizing prayer. Chairman Edds lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
Consider Additions to the Agenda
Chairman Edds said that a Duke Energy Easement for the Hangar Expansion - Corporate
Hangar would be added to the agenda as Consent Item S.
Consider Deletions From the Agenda
There were no deletions from the agenda.
Consider Approval of the Agenda
On motion of Greene, seconded by Caskey, the Board voted 3-0 to approve the agenda as
amended.
Consider Approval of the Consent Agenda
On motion of Greene, seconded by Caskey, the Board voted 3-0 to approve the Consent
Agenda a
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Mon Mar 16, 2026 · 10:00
Board of Commissioners
1959 Jake Alexander Blvd. W., Salisbury
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ReWAN CeWNTY
NORTH CAROLINA
Be an original.”
Rowan County Commissioners’ Retreat Agenda
March 16, 2026 | 10:00am-4:15pm
Rowan Community Center | 1959 Jake Alexander Blvd W, Salisbury, NC 28147
TOPIC Start End
EDC Updates 10:00 AM 10:20 AM
Budget 10:20 AM 11:05 AM
Teacher Supplements 11:05 AM 11:30 AM
Capital improvement Plan/Projects Under Construction 11:30 AM 11:55 AM
Fund Balance/Debt/Captial Project Reserve Policies 11:55 AM 12:20 PM
Veterans Service Update 12:20 PM 12:30 PM
MORKING LUNCH 12:30 PM 1240 PM
Kannapolis Schools Capital Projects Presentation 12:40 PM 01:10 PM
Rowan Salisbury School System Capital Projects Presentation 01:10 PM 01:40 PM
Rowan Cabarrus Community College Presentation 01:40 PM 02:10 PH
ADW Presentation on Preliminary Designs for RCC Phase 3 02:10 PH 02:40 PH
Parks & Recreation Capital Needs at Dan Nicholas Park 02:40 PM 02:50 PM
Parks & Recreation Update on Therapeutic Recreation Board 02:50 PM 03:00 PM
BREAK O30 PM O30 PM
EMS Needs Assessment Update 03:10 PM 03:20 PM
EMS Quick Response Vehicle & Budget Update 03:20 PM 03:30 PM
Health Department Updates 02:30 PM 03:40 PH
BHUC Updates 03:40 PM 03:50 PH
Prioritization 03:50 PM 04:15 PM]
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Greg Edds, Chairman Aaron Church, County Manager
Jim Greene, Vice-Chairman Sarah Pack, Clerk to the Board
Mike Caskey John W. Dees, II, County Attorney
Judy Klusman
Craig Pierce
Rowan County Board of Commissioners
130 West Innes Street ∙ Salisbury, NC 28144
Telephone 704-216-8181 ∙ Fax 704-216-8195
MINUTES OF ANNUAL PLANNING RETREAT OF THE
ROWAN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
March 16, 2026 – 10:00 AM
ROWAN COMMUNITY CENTER
Present:
Greg Edds, Chairman
Jim Greene, Vice-Chairman
Judy Klusman, Commissioner
Craig Pierce, Commissioner (exited where noted)
Mike Caskey, Commissioner
County Manager Aaron Church, Clerk to the Board Sarah Pack, Deputy Clerk Rebecca
Saleeby, Finance Director Anna Bumgarner, County Attorney Jay Dees, and Assistant County
Attorney Eli Hardin were also present.
Chairman Edds convened the meeting at 10:13 a.m. Chaplain Michael Taylor provided a
solemnizing prayer. Chairman Edds led the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Rowan County Board of Commissioners convened on March 16, 2026, for its annual
retreat. The retreat was held in Meeting Room B at the Rowan Community Center and served to
update Commissioners on relevant Rowan County topics and get a sense of Commissioners’
priorities for the coming fiscal year. The retreat was facilitated by FountainWorks, Inc.
The attached meeting summary (Attachment A), prepared by Facilitator Rachel Werz of
FountainWorks, acts as a summary and general account of the meeting, and captures the key
point
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Mon Mar 2, 2026 · 15:00
Board of Commissioners
Commissioners to hold hearings on transit fares and personnel ordinances
The Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding a Rowan Transit System fare increase and revisions to the Personnel Ordinance. The body will also consider a quasi-judicial hearing for SUP 01-26 and a road name change. Other business includes budget amendments and library fee changes.
- Public hearing for FY27 Rowan Transit System fare increase
- Public hearing for proposed revisions to Personnel Ordinance
- Public hearing for road name change: Three Forks Drive and Jacob Bost Road
- Quasi-judicial hearing for SUP 01-26 (Kevin Settineri)
- FY27 library fee changes and nonresident annual library fee
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March 2, 2026 - 3:00 PM
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Pledge of Allegiance
Consider Additions to the Agenda
Consider Deletions From the Agenda
Consider Approval of the Agenda
Board members are asked to voluntarily inform the Board if any matter on the agenda might present
a conflict of interest or might require the member to be excused from voting.
1. Consider Approval of Consent Agenda
A. Consider Approval of the Minutes - 02/16/26 Regular Meeting
B. Budget Amendments
C. Amendment #3 - Lisa's Hair Salon - RCC Lease
D. Nonresident annual library fee
E. FY27 library fee changes
F. Report of 2025 Delinquent Tax
G. Policy Exemption — Snowden Company, LLC — Emergency Services - FY26-30
H. Purchase — RCC – New Health Department Project – Networking Gear (IT)
I. Discover Class Action Lawsuit
J. America 250th Celebration - 2026 Program Plan
K. Approve Fire Department Staffing Grant: Contract Verbiage and Recipient List
L. Granite Quarry Industrial Sign Grant
M. Award Master Agreement for Professional Consulting & Planning Services -
LandDesign - Parks & Recreat
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Greg Edds, Chairman Aaron Church, County Manager
Jim Greene, Vice-Chairman Sarah Pack, Clerk to the Board
Mike Caskey John W. Dees, II, County Attorney
Judy Klusman
Craig Pierce
Rowan County Board of Commissioners
130 West Innes Street ∙ Salisbury, NC 28144
Telephone 704-216-8181 ∙ Fax 704-216-8195
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE
ROWAN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
March 2, 2026 – 3:00 PM
J. NEWTON COHEN, SR. ROOM
J. NEWTON COHEN, SR. ROWAN COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
PRESENT:
Greg Edds, Chairman
Jim Greene, Vice-Chairman
Craig Pierce, Commissioner
Judy Klusman, Commissioner
ABSENT:
Mike Caskey, Commissioner
County Manager Aaron Church, County Attorney Jay Dees , Chief Finance Officer Anna
Bumgarner, and Clerk to the Board Sarah Pack were also present.
Call to Order
Chairman Edds called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m. Chaplain Michael Taylor provided a
solemnizing prayer. Chairman Edds lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
Consider Additions to the Agenda
Chairman Edds noted the addition of FY27 Federal Appropriations Funding Requests as
Consent Agenda Item N. He clarified that the request was for grant funding and did not obligate
any county funds.
Consider Deletions From the Agenda
There were no deletions from the agenda.
Consider Approval of the Agenda
On motio n of Pierce, seconded by Greene, the Board voted 4-0 to approve the agenda as
amended.
Consider Approval of the Consent Agenda
On motion of Pierce, seconded b
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Mon Feb 16, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Commissioners
Rowan County Commissioners to consider property purchase and RCCC GO bonds
The Board of Commissioners will discuss the Coughenour property purchase and a resolution for RCCC GO bonds. The meeting includes public hearings regarding North Hills Christian School and an incentive request for 'Project Paddock'.
- Public hearing for North Hills Christian School
- Public hearing and incentive request for Rowan EDC 'Project Paddock'
- Approval of Coughenour property purchase and associated budget amendment
- Request to set public hearing for FY27 fare increase
- Approval of RCCC GO Bond Resolution
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February 16, 2026 - 6:00 PM
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Pledge of Allegiance
Consider Additions to the Agenda
Consider Deletions From the Agenda
Consider Approval of the Agenda
Board members are asked to voluntarily inform the Board if any matter on the agenda might present
a conflict of interest or might require the member to be excused from voting.
1. Consider Approval of Consent Agenda
A. Consider Approval of the Minutes - 01/20/26
B. Budget Amendments
C. Change Order # 10 - Holden Building Co. - RCC-Health Department Project
D. Free Health Screenings at Rowan County Parks
E. Amendment #2 — The HG High Road, Inc (Veterans Social) — RCC Lease
F. Refund to Blue Cross Blue Shield
G. Approve Coughenour Property Purchase and Associated Budget Amendment
**Moved to Regular Agenda**
H. Farmland Preservation Fund Revision and Agricultural Growth Zone Grant
I. RCC Concourse & Exterior Signage Project – ADW Architects – Furniture Design
Services **Moved to Regular Agenda**
J. Approve — Content & Placement — Commemorative Signage — Sloan Park
K. GRANTS: NC Science
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Greg Edds, Chairman Aaron Church, County Manager
Jim Greene, Vice-Chairman Sarah Pack, Clerk to the Board
Mike Caskey John W. Dees, II, County Attorney
Judy Klusman
Craig Pierce
Rowan County Board of Commissioners
130 West Innes Street ∙ Salisbury, NC 28144
Telephone 704-216-8181 ∙ Fax 704-216-8195
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE
ROWAN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
February 16, 2026 – 6:00 PM
J. NEWTON COHEN, SR. ROOM
J. NEWTON COHEN, SR. ROWAN COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
PRESENT:
Greg Edds, Chairman
Jim Greene, Vice-Chairman (entered where noted)
Craig Pierce, Commissioner
Judy Klusman, Commissioner
Mike Caskey, Commissioner
County Manager Aaron Church, County Attorney Jay Dees, Clerk to the Board Sarah Pack
and Finance Director Anna Bumgarner were also present.
Call to Order
Chairman Edds called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Chaplain Michael Taylor provided a
solemnizing prayer. Chairman Edds lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
Consider Additions to the Agenda
Chairman Edds said that the following items would be added to the agenda:
• Add Two Seats to the Agriculture Advisory Board (Added to Board Appointments)
• Set a Public Hearing: Personnel Ordinance Text Amendment (Consent Item II)
Consider Deletions From the Agenda
Commissioner Pierce asked to pull Consent Item G, Approve Coughenour Property Purchase
and Associated Budget Amendment and place it on the Regular Agenda as Item H. He also asked
for clarification on Co
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Mon Feb 2, 2026 · 15:00
Board of Commissioners
130 W Innes Street, Salisbury,
Tue Jan 20, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Commissioners
130 W Innes Street, Salisbury,
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ROWAN COUNTY COMMISSION AGENDA
January 20, 2026 - 6:00 PM
J. Newton Cohen, Sr. Room
J. Newton Cohen, Sr. Rowan County Administration Building
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Pledge of Allegiance
Consider Additions to the Agenda
Consider Deletions From the Agenda
Consider Approval of the Agenda
Board members are asked to voluntarily inform the Board if any matter on the agenda might present
a conflict of interest or might require the member to be excused from voting.
1. Consider Approval of Consent Agenda
A. Consider Approval of the Minutes - 1/5/26 Regular Meeting
B. Budget Amendments
C. RFQ Authorization — Services for Property Selection & Design of Accessible
Recreation Facility for Adults with Disabilities
D. Consolidation of Cash Handling Procedures for Parks and Recreation
E. Amendment #2 - Interlocal Agreement regarding Inmate Housing - Richmond County
F. Approve-Legal Services—Womble Bond Dickinson
G. Road Name Change – Three Forks Drive – Set Public Hearing
H. Work Order with First Tryon for 2026 GO Bond
I. Agreement with McGuire Woods for 2026 GO Bond
J. State Highway Patrol Lease Proposal Form PO-28
K. Resolution allowing three retiring officers to purchase servi
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Greg Edds, Chairman Aaron Church, County Manager
Jim Greene, Vice-Chairman Sarah Pack, Clerk to the Board
Mike Caskey John W. Dees, II, County Attorney
Judy Klusman
Craig Pierce
Rowan County Board of Commissioners
130 West Innes Street ∙ Salisbury, NC 28144
Telephone 704-216-8181 ∙ Fax 704-216-8195
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE
ROWAN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
January 20, 2026 – 6:00 PM
J. NEWTON COHEN, SR. ROOM
J. NEWTON COHEN, SR. ROWAN COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
PRESENT:
Greg Edds, Chairman
Jim Greene, Vice-Chairman
Craig Pierce, Commissioner
Judy Klusman, Commissioner
Mike Caskey, Commissioner
County Manager Aaron Church, County Attorney Jay Dees, Clerk to the Board Sarah Pack
and Finance Director Anna Bumgarner were also present.
Call to Order
Chairman Edds called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Chaplain Michael Taylor provided a
solemnizing prayer. Chairman Edds lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
Consider Additions to the Agenda
Chairman Edds said that a Scope of Work for Fountainworks would be added as Consent
Item V.
Consider Deletions From the Agenda
Chairman Edds said the School Bond Discussion would be removed from the agenda.
Consider Approval of the Agenda
On motio n of Pierce, seconded by Greene, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the agenda as
amended.
Consider Approval of the Consent Agenda
On motion of Pierce, seconded by Klusman, the Board voted 5-0 to approve the Consent
Agenda as amended, as foll
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Mon Jan 5, 2026 · 15:00
Board of Commissioners
Board to approve budget amendments and various contracts.
The Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda including budget amendments, compensation studies, and the approval of contracts for telecommunications HVAC systems and gas fire protection. The meeting also includes public comment and the scheduling of a legislative hearing.
- Award/Approve Compensation Study - Pontifex Consulting Group
- Award/Approve Gas Fire Protection Project - Holden Building Co.
- Award/Approve Telecommunications HVAC System—Sylvester & Cockrum
- Text Amendments to Hazardous Materials Ordinance
- Text Amendment to Fire Code Ordinance
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ROWAN COUNTY COMMISSION AGENDA
January 5, 2026 - 3:00 PM
J. Newton Cohen, Sr. Room
J. Newton Cohen, Sr. Rowan County Administration Building
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Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
Consider Additions to the Agenda
Consider Deletions From the Agenda
Consider Approval of the Agenda
Board members are asked to voluntarily inform the Board if any matter on the agenda might present
a conflict of interest or might require the member to be excused from voting.
1. Consider Approval of Consent Agenda
A. Consider Approval of the Minutes - 12/1/25 Regular Meeting
B. Budget Amendments
C. Award/Approve Compensation Study - Pontifex Consulting Group
D. SpyGlass Change Order
E. Department of Social Services Annual Report Fiscal Year 2025
F. Award/Approved — Telecommunications HVAC System—Sylvester & Cockrum
G. VTS & Tax Refunds for Approval
H. GRANTS: Approve 2025 Salisbury-Rowan Community Foundation Award to DSS -
ROCOC
I. Financing Schedule for RCCC GO Bond
J. Sole-Source OCLC FY26-FY29
K. Security & Fire Alarm Maintenance - Insight Low Voltage - FY26-27 *Revision*
L. GRANTS: Interlocal Agreement with East Spencer to Support BUILD Grant
Application
M. Brooks Network Se
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Greg Edds, Chairman Aaron Church, County Manager
Jim Greene, Vice-Chairman Sarah Pack, Clerk to the Board
Mike Caskey John W. Dees, II, County Attorney
Judy Klusman
Craig Pierce
Rowan County Board of Commissioners
130 West Innes Street ∙ Salisbury, NC 28144
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE
ROWAN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
January 5, 2026 – 3:00 PM
J. NEWTON COHEN, SR. ROOM
J. NEWTON COHEN, SR. ROWAN COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
PRESENT:
Greg Edds, Chairman
Jim Greene, Vice-Chairman
Craig Pierce, Commissioner
Judy Klusman, Commissioner
Mike Caskey, Commissioner
County Manager Aaron Church, County Attorney Jay Dees , and Clerk to the Board Sarah
Pack were also present. Finance Director Anna Bumgarner was absent.
Call to Order
Chairman Edds called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m. Chaplain Michael Taylor provided a
solemnizing prayer. Chairman Edds lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
Consider Additions to the Agenda
There were no additions to the agenda.
Consider Deletions From the Agenda
Chairman Edds requested removal of the following items from the Consent Agenda:
N. Approve Scope of Work - Fountainworks
AA. Text Amendments to Hazardous Materials Ordinance
BB. Text Amendment to Fire Code Ordinance
He noted that additional documentation had been provided for Consent Item V: GRANTS:
Approve NC DNCR Additional ARPA Funds Awarded to Nature Center.
Consider Approval of the Agenda
On m
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