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Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances
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

Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
2025957 housing units ($370.5M)
🗳️ Election results (1 races)
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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

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Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 15:00

Board of Commissioners

130 W Innes Street, Salisbury,
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

130 W Innes Street, Salisbury,
Mon Sep 7, 2026 · 15:00

Board of Commissioners

130 W Innes Street, Salisbury,
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

130 W Innes Street, Salisbury,
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 15:00

Board of Commissioners

130 W Innes Street, Salisbury,
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

130 W Innes Street, Salisbury,
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 15:00

Board of Commissioners

130 W Innes Street, Salisbury,
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

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.

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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 Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device: https://bit.ly/rowanboc Password: 028144 Or join by phone: (602) 753-0140 (720) 928-9299 (213) 338-8477 Webinar ID: 976 9368 1450 Password: 028144 [IGNORE_INDENT] 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 K [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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 Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device: [IGNORE_INDENT] 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 Individuals with disabilities who need modifications to access the services or public meetings of Rowan County Government may contact the Clerk to the Board of Commissioners three days prior to the meeting by calling (704) 216-8181 or by utilizing the North Carolina relay number at 1-800-735-2962 (English) or 1-888-825-6570 (Spanish). For additional communication options, please consult: https://relaync.com.
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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 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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 Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device: https://bit.ly/rowanboc Password: 028144 Or join by phone: (602) 753-0140 (720) 928-9299 (213) 338-8477 Webinar ID: 976 9368 1450 Password: 028144 [IGNORE_INDENT] 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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.

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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 Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device: https://bit.ly/rowanboc Password: 028144 Or join by phone: (602) 753-0140 (720) 928-9299 (213) 338-8477 Webinar ID: 976 9368 1450 Password: 028144 [IGNORE_INDENT] 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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.

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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 Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device: https://bit.ly/rowanboc Password: 028144 Or join by phone: (602) 753-0140 (720) 928-9299 (213) 338-8477 Webinar ID: 976 9368 1450 Password: 028144 [IGNORE_INDENT] 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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.

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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 Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device: https://bit.ly/rowanboc Password: 028144 Or join by phone: (602) 753-0140 (720) 928-9299 (213) 338-8477 Webinar ID: 976 9368 1450 Password: 028144 [IGNORE_INDENT] 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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.

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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 130 West Innes Street, Salisbury, NC 28144 Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device: https://bit.ly/rowanboc Password: 028144 Or join by phone: (602) 753-0140 (720) 928-9299 (213) 338-8477 Webinar ID: 976 9368 1450 Password: 028144 [IGNORE_INDENT] 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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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 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Apr 6, 2026 · 15:00

Board of Commissioners

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ROWAN COUNTY COMMISSION AGENDA April 6, 2026 - 3:00 PM J. Newton Cohen, Sr. Room J. Newton Cohen, Sr. Rowan County Administration Building 130 West Innes Street, Salisbury, NC 28144 Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device: https://bit.ly/rowanboc Password: 028144 Or join by phone: (602) 753-0140 (720) 928-9299 (213) 338-8477 Webinar ID: 976 9368 1450 Password: 028144 [IGNORE_INDENT] 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 - 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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ROWAN COUNTY COMMISSION AGENDA March 16, 2026 - 6:00 PM J. Newton Cohen, Sr. Room J. Newton Cohen, Sr. Rowan County Administration Building 130 West Innes Street, Salisbury, NC 28144 Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device: https://bit.ly/rowanboc Password: 028144 Or join by phone: (602) 753-0140 (720) 928-9299 (213) 338-8477 Webinar ID: 976 9368 1450 Password: 028144 [IGNORE_INDENT] 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 - 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. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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] © intainworks
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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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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ROWAN COUNTY COMMISSION AGENDA March 2, 2026 - 3:00 PM J. Newton Cohen, Sr. Room J. Newton Cohen, Sr. Rowan County Administration Building 130 West Innes Street, Salisbury, NC 28144 Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device: https://bit.ly/rowanboc Password: 028144 Or join by phone: (602) 753-0140 (720) 928-9299 (213) 338-8477 Webinar ID: 976 9368 1450 Password: 028144 [IGNORE_INDENT] 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 - 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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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 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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'.

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ROWAN COUNTY COMMISSION AGENDA February 16, 2026 - 6:00 PM J. Newton Cohen, Sr. Room J. Newton Cohen, Sr. Rowan County Administration Building 130 West Innes Street, Salisbury, NC 28144 Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device: https://bit.ly/rowanboc Password: 028144 Or join by phone: (602) 753-0140 (720) 928-9299 (213) 338-8477 Webinar ID: 976 9368 1450 Password: 028144 [IGNORE_INDENT] 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 - 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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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 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Feb 2, 2026 · 15:00

Board of Commissioners

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Tue Jan 20, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

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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 130 West Innes Street, Salisbury, NC 28144 Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device: https://bit.ly/rowanboc Password: 028144 Or join by phone: (602) 753-0140 (720) 928-9299 (213) 338-8477 Webinar ID: 976 9368 1450 Password: 028144 [IGNORE_INDENT] 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 - 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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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 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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 130 West Innes Street, Salisbury, NC 28144 Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device: https://bit.ly/rowanboc Password: 028144 Or join by phone: (602) 753-0140 (720) 928-9299 (213) 338-8477 Webinar ID: 976 9368 1450 Password: 028144 [IGNORE_INDENT] 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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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 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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