Rowan County public meetings in 2024
24 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will select a Chairman and Vice-Chairman. The body will consider a consent agenda featuring lobbying contracts, grants, and zoning text amendments. A closed session is scheduled to discuss personnel and real estate negotiations.
- Renewal of federal lobbying contract with Strategics Consulting, LLC and state contract with McGuireWoods LLP
- Second readings for Zoning Text Amendments ZTA 02-24 and ZTA 03-24
- First Tryon Advisor contract for Capital Improvement Plan
- Approval of ADFP Trust Fund Grant for County Extension
- Lease renewal for NC Quarter Midget Association
The Rowan County Board of Commissioners held its regular meeting on December 2, 2024, where they swore in Commissioner Craig Pierce and selected Greg Edds as Chairman and Jim Greene as Vice-Chairman. The Board approved the meeting agenda and a consent agenda containing multiple budget amendments, policy revisions, and contract renewals. Additionally, the Board made several appointments to local boards and approved staff reclassifications and position changes.
- Selected Greg Edds as Board Chairman (4-0)
- Selected Jim Greene as Vice-Chairman (4-0)
- Approved the meeting agenda (4-0)
- Approved the Consent Agenda including budget amendments, policy revisions, and contract renewals (4-0)
- Appointed Lindsey Ward, Corrie Connolly, Melanie Dombrowski, James Fuller, and Carla Rose to various health and animal boards (4-0)
- Appointed Mark Helms, Karen Puckett, Anthony Sharum, and Amanda Truell to the Library Board (4-0)
- Appointed Craig Pierce to the County Commissioner seat on the Tourism Development Authority (4-0)
- Approved personnel changes including position eliminations, reclassifications, and a new assistant director position effective December 8, 2024 (4-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider approval of consent agenda items including budget amendments, sole-source contracts, and construction agreements. A public hearing is scheduled for a motorsports text legislative hearing.
- Budget Amendments
- Sole Source - Freshworks FY25 Revised
- Sole Source - Eagleview FY25-29
- Public Hearing - EDC 'Project Secure'
- Continuation of ZTA 03-24 Legislative Hearing
The Rowan County Board of Commissioners approved a construction contract not to exceed $14,842,904 for the Health Department, and approved a five-year incentive grant for Project Secure, a potential new manufacturing facility. The board also approved two zoning text amendments, including one for automobile towing with storage and one for the Mooresville Motorsports Complex. All votes were 4-0 except a 3-1 vote to proceed with the Crawford Building project.
- Approved $14,842,904 Health Department construction contract with Holden Building Company (4-0)
- Approved five-year Level 1 grant to Project Secure, 40% of prorated real property taxes (4-0)
- Approved ZTA 03-24 for Automobile Towing with Storage, with 6-month vehicle storage limit (4-0)
- Approved ZTA 02-24 for Mooresville Motorsports Complex as amended (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including budget amendments and various contracts (4-0)
- Approved Crawford Building floor plans and designs, authorizing next bidding phase (3-1, Pierce opposed)
- Entered closed session to consider minutes and confidential information (4-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Rowan County Board of Commissioners will consider approving a consent agenda that includes minutes, budget amendments, and the award of contracts for ADA renovations and a health department construction project. The meeting also includes a public hearing for Project Secure.
- Award Master Agreement for ADA Renovations Design Consultant - The Bogle Firm
- Award Rowan County Health Department Construction Bid - Holden Building Company, Inc.
- Schedule a Public Hearing for November 18 for 'Project Secure'
- Adopt 2025 Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Schedule
- Consider Family Subdivision Waiver FSW 04-24; Hagler
The Rowan County Board of Commissioners voted to award the Health Department construction bid to Holden Building Company, Inc. for $14,842,904. The Board also approved a family subdivision waiver for Knight Farm Rd, appointed a member to the Historic Landmark Commission, and voted to table a zoning text amendment regarding automobile towing until the November 18 meeting.
- Approved agenda and consent agenda (4-0)
- Tabled Z 03-24 (Automobile Towing with Storage) to November 18, 2024 meeting (4-0)
- Approved family subdivision waiver FSW 04-24 for 360 Knight Farm Rd (4-0)
- Awarded Rowan County Health Department construction bid (2025-013) to Holden Building Company, Inc. for $14,842,904 (4-0)
- Appointed Amanda Truell to the Historic Landmark Commission At Large seat (4-0)
- Adjourned the meeting (4-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will conduct legislative hearings regarding zoning and special use permits for Sunwest Business Park and NMD Property. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with various contract awards, grant agreements, and budget amendments.
- Legislative hearings for Z 08-24 and SNIA 02-24 (Sunwest Business Park) and SNIA 04-24 (NMD Property)
- Award for Tax Office Printing & Mailing Services to BMS Direct
- Sole-source contracts for EMS Technology, Solutions LLC and HLP Inc-Chameleon Software
- Grant agreements for FTA Section 5311 Community Transportation and Section 5339 Bus and Bus Facility Funds
- Change orders for Airport Generator (Krydon Group), Health Dept Fire Lanes (ADW), and New Corporate & Box Hangars (KMD Construction, LLC)
The Rowan County Board of Commissioners approved a rezoning and related requests for a 33-lot business park at the southeast corner of W. NC 152 Hwy. and Wilkinson Rd., including a special intensity allocation and planned development subdivision, with conditions. The board also approved a separate special intensity allocation for a warehouse and indoor RC racing facility at 1180 Shinn Farm Rd. The meeting adjourned early at 6:59 p.m. due to lack of a quorum after Commissioner Pierce was excused.
- Approved Z 08-24, SNIA 02-24, and PDS 01-24 for Sunwest Business Park (3-0)
- Approved SNIA 04-24 for NMD Property at 1180 Shinn Farm Rd. (3-0)
- Approved consent agenda as amended (3-0)
- Approved agenda as amended (3-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will conduct a legislative hearing regarding ZTA 02-24 for Mooresville Motorsports Complex, LLC. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with various budget amendments, contracts, and property transfers.
- Legislative Hearing for ZTA 02-24: Mooresville Motorsports Complex, LLC
- Policy for Surplus Personal Property Under $30,000
- Utility Easement for Duke Energy Carolina, LLC across PIN # 5658-02-95-5448 and PIN # 5658-02-95-1830
- Town of East Spencer request for transfer of ownership of Parcel 024-187
- FY25 State Aid for Public Libraries Grant Application
The Board of Commissioners approved extra duty pay for Sheriff's Office law enforcement and non-law enforcement employees assisting with Hurricane Helene recovery, retroactive to September 28, 2024. They also approved $45 per hour pay for Sheriff's Office employees working Autumn Jubilee. A zoning text amendment for the Mooresville Motorsports Complex was tabled. The consent agenda, including budget amendments and various purchases, was approved.
- Approved extra duty pay for Sheriff's Office law enforcement (time and one-half) for Hurricane Helene recovery, retroactive to Sept 28, 2024 (4-0)
- Approved extra duty pay for non-law enforcement employees (time and one-half) for Hurricane Helene recovery, effective Sept 28, 2024 (4-0)
- Approved $45/hour pay for Sheriff's Office employees working Autumn Jubilee (4-0)
- Tabled ZTA 02-24 (Mooresville Motorsports Complex text amendment) (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including budget amendments totaling over $15 million (4-0)
- Approved appointments: Charles Lawson to Planning Board and Board of Adjustment, Deidra Helms to Historic Landmark Commission, Hattie Johnson to Housing Authority (4-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Rowan County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda containing over 20 items, including the approval of transit grant agreements, school resource officer contracts, and budget amendments. The meeting will also feature a proclamation for Constitution Week and a legislative hearing scheduled for October.
- Approve SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENT for FTA Section 5310 grant funds for Rowan Transit
- School Resource Officer (SRO) contracts for RSSS, RCCC, and Faith Academy
- Approve FY 2024 Rural EMS Training grant agreement
- Approve Budget Amendments
- Schedule Legislative Hearing for October 7, 2024 RE: ZTA 02-24
The Rowan County Board of Commissioners met on September 16, 2024, and approved the agenda and consent agenda unanimously (5-0). The consent agenda included 22 items, such as proclamations, school resource officer agreements, grant applications, budget amendments, and various contracts. No public comment was made, and the board adjourned at 6:06 p.m.
- Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda as presented (5-0)
- Approved proclamation designating Constitution Week (5-0)
- Approved vehicle purchase for Parks Deputy position (5-0)
- Approved SRO agreements for RSSS, Rowan Cabarrus Community College, and Faith Academy (5-0)
- Approved subrecipient agreement for FTA Section 5310 grant with City of Concord (5-0)
- Approved budget amendments totaling $317,706 (5-0)
- Approved change order #1 for Cinema Demo adding parking lot (5-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review several sole-source contracts and grant agreements. The meeting includes public hearings regarding the naming of Thistle Grove Road and FY26 grant applications for Rowan Transit.
- Public hearing for naming Thistle Grove Road
- Public hearing for Rowan Transit FY26 Grant Applications
- Temporary Use Permit Request: Miller Family Farm (TEMP 01-24)
- Tax Collector's Annual Tax Settlement FY 2024 Tax Year 2023
- Change Order #2 for HDR Landfill Construction Phase V
The Board approved several grant applications for Rowan Transit and a temporary use permit for a Halloween attraction. It also granted a family subdivision waiver and appointed three members to the Tourism Development Authority Board.
- Approved Consent Agenda including various budget amendments and sole source contracts (4-0)
- Approved temporary use permit TEMP 01-24 for Miller Family Farm 'vortex' attraction (5-0)
- Approved family subdivision waiver FSW 03-24 for Goodman property (5-0)
- Approved naming of Thistle Grove Road (5-0)
- Approved Rowan Transit FY26 grant applications totaling $908,056 and adopted CTP Resolution (5-0)
- Appointed Kimberly Morgan and Theresa Henderson to Tourism Development Authority Board (5-0)
- Appointed Annette Keller to Tourism Development Authority Board (5-0)
- Waived residency requirements for one Tourism Development Authority Board seat (5-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review a resolution for limited obligation bonds for a new school project. The meeting includes several legislative hearings for zoning and special use permits, as well as a consent agenda with various contracts and grants.
- Limited Obligation Bonds Approval Resolution for New School Project
- Legislative hearings for zoning: Perand USA LLC (Z 07-24), Red Rock Development (Z 09-24), and BM Properties, LLC (Z 10-24)
- Legislative hearing for SNIA 03-24: Doug Foley
- US-29 Temporary Lane Closure Ordinance
- Award for Judicial Facilities Needs/Space Study to Moseley Architects
The Rowan County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution authorizing up to $73 million in limited obligation bonds for a new Rowan-Salisbury school, roofing projects, and a Fred L. Wilson Elementary addition, with a 4-1 vote (Pierce opposed). The board also approved three rezoning requests: Z 07-24 for Perand USA LLC, Z 09-24 for Red Rock Development (adding data centers to the use list), and Z 10-24 for BM Properties LLC, each with conditions. A special non-residential intensity allocation (SNIA 03-24) for a storage/light manufacturing building at Horsepower Park was also approved. The consent agenda, including budget amendments and various contracts, was approved 5-0.
- Approved $73M limited obligation bond resolution for new school and other projects (4-1, Pierce opposed)
- Approved rezoning Z 07-24 for Perand USA LLC at 155 Jenny Dr. with conditions (5-0)
- Approved rezoning Z 09-24 for Red Rock Development to add data centers to use list (5-0)
- Approved rezoning Z 10-24 for BM Properties LLC at 1882 Briggs Rd with conditions (5-0)
- Approved SNIA 03-24 for Doug Foley at 150 Nitro Alley (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda as amended, including budget amendments and contracts (5-0)
- Postponed legislative hearing for Z 08-24 and SNIA 02-24 (Sunwest Business Park) to October 21
- Removed Consent Item U (Public Hearing Request for EDC Project Seattle) from agenda
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding limited obligation bonds for a new RSS school and repairs to roofs and a KCS elementary school. The board will also consider the approval of underwriters for the bond sale. Other business includes various sole-source contracts and road naming hearings.
- Public hearing for limited obligation bonds for RSS new school, roof repairs, and KCS elementary school repairs
- Approval of underwriters for Limited Obligation Bond Sale
- Public hearing for road naming of Compton Dr and Friendship Ln
- Subdivision plat approval for Beacon Acquisitions LLC
- Removal of sign-on bonuses in the Health Department and Department of Social Services
The Rowan County Board of Commissioners approved a findings resolution authorizing up to $73 million in limited obligation bonds/installment financing for a new Knox Middle School, roof repairs at Rowan-Salisbury schools, and an addition to Fred L. Wilson Elementary. The board also approved underwriters Truist Securities (senior) and Hilltop Securities (co-manager) for the public bond sale. Consent agenda items included numerous budget amendments, sole-source contracts, and a $12,000 special appropriation to Rowan County Little League. The board approved the sale of property to Beacon subject to written intent to close by AMREP and Beacon.
- Approved $73M limited obligation bond findings resolution for school projects (4-0)
- Awarded underwriting to Truist Securities and Hilltop Securities for bond sale (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including $43M municipal tax payment transfer and $12K Little League appropriation (4-0)
- Approved road name changes for Compton Drive and Friendship Lane (4-0)
- Approved sale of property to Beacon subject to written intent to close (4-0)
- Appointed Andrea Baucom to Parks and Recreation Board At Large Seat (4-0)
- Approved proclamation honoring 2024 East Rowan High School Boys Baseball Team (4-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review a consent agenda featuring multiple contracts, budget amendments, and a water rate change. The meeting includes a quasi-judicial hearing and decisions on permits for the Dragon Boat Festival and High Rock Lake Summer Concert Series.
- Water rate change
- Incentive agreements for DHL Supply, Inc. and Amrep
- Purchase of 15 vehicles for the Sheriff's Office
- RFPs for financing RSS New School, RSS Roofs Repairs, and KCS Wilson Elementary
- Quasi-Judicial Hearing for SUP 03-24
The Board approved a special use permit for a residential storage facility on Mainsail Rd and granted noise permits for the Dragon Boat Festival and a summer concert series. Several board appointments were made, and a family subdivision waiver was approved for a property on Old Union Church Rd.
- Approved special use permit SUP 03-24 for 1,040 sq ft storage facility (3-0)
- Approved noise permit PE 02-24 for Dragon Boat Festival (3-0)
- Approved noise permit PE 03-24 for High Rock Lake Summer Concert Series (3-0)
- Approved family subdivision waiver FSW 02-24 for 2818 Old Union Church Rd (3-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including budget amendments and vehicle purchases (3-0)
- Appointed Maurice “Marny” Hendrick to ABC Board (3-0)
- Appointed William Lucey and John Muth to Airport Advisory Board (3-0)
- Appointed Rodney Crider to Rowan-Cabarrus Community College Board of Trustees (3-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Rowan County Board of Commissioners will review, discuss, and consider approving the proposed budget for fiscal year 2024-2025. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as approval of the agenda.
- Review/Discussion/Approval of FY 2024-2025 Proposed Budget
The Rowan County Board of Commissioners held a special meeting on June 24, 2024, to finalize the FY 2024-2025 budget. The Board approved the General Fund with a net increase of $240,544, funded by reducing contingency and increasing fund balance. All other funds were approved as presented, including a 3.5% water rate increase effective July 1, 2024. All votes were 5-0.
- Approved Fund 101 (General Fund) increasing budget by $240,544 (5-0)
- Approved Fund 201 (Fire District Fund) with new tax rates for Miller Ferry (0.1100), Rockwell Rural (0.0995), and Rowan Iredell (0.0820) (5-0)
- Approved Fund 202 (Emergency Telephone System Fund) (5-0)
- Approved Fund 206 (Opioid Settlement Fund) with adjustments (5-0)
- Approved Fund 501 (Risk Management Fund) with adjustments (5-0)
- Approved Fund 601 (Landfill Fund) (5-0)
- Approved Fund 603 (Airport Fund) (5-0)
- Approved Fund 605 (Water Fund) with 3.5% rate change effective July 1, 2024 (5-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on proposed fire district changes and review renderings for the Health Department relocation. The agenda also includes several sole-source contracts for fiscal year 2025 and various equipment awards.
- Public hearing on proposed fire district changes
- Health Department relocation to WEP and sprinkler system renovation
- Abatement and demolition services for properties including Salisbury Mall Cinema
- Purchase of motorcycles from Eurosport Asheville and a boat for the Sheriff's Office
- EPA Clean Heavy-duty Vehicle Grant application for Emergency Services
The Board approved the interior floor plan for the new Health Department and authorized the bid process. Other actions included approving changes to the Pooletown and Gold Hill fire districts and awarding a fire sprinkler contract.
- Approved Health Department floor plan and authorized bid process (3-0)
- Approved proposed changes to Pooletown and Gold Hill fire districts (3-0)
- Awarded $92,075 fire suppression sprinkler contract to Elite Fire Control (3-0)
- Approved Resolution naming the Kevin L. Auten Justice Center (3-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including multiple sole-source contracts and budget amendments (3-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2024-2025 budget and discuss fire district changes. The agenda also includes consideration of various contract change orders, grants, and board appointments.
- Public Hearing for FY 2024-2025 Proposed Budget
- Change Order #1 - NJR Group - Phase V Landfill Project
- Change Order #1 - KMD Construction, LLC - New Corporate & Box Hangars
- Approval of 2022 Byrne JAG grant funding for the Sheriff's Office
- Interlocal Agreement with City of Salisbury regarding HOME-ARP grant administration
The Board approved a consent agenda including several budget amendments and contracts. A public hearing was scheduled for June 17 to discuss relocating boundaries for the East Rowan and Richfield-Misenheimer fire service districts. The Board also appointed five members to the Juvenile Crime Prevention Council.
- Approved Consent Agenda including budget amendments and contracts (5-0)
- Scheduled public hearing for fire district boundary changes for June 17, 2024 (5-0)
- Appointed Ryan Bravo, Carla Johnston, Crystal Ryerson, and Jocelyn Williams to the Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (5-0)
- Appointed Judith Klusman to the County Commissioner Seat on the Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (5-0)
- Held required public hearing for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Proposed Budget; vote set for June 24, 2024
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review the proposed FY2024-2025 budget and financial reports. The meeting includes a legislative hearing on Z 06-24 and a public hearing regarding road naming.
- FY2024-2025 Proposed Budget
- Address appeal for 4596 Cook Rd
- Public hearing for road naming: Cattle Drive and Misfit Meadows Lane
- Inter-local agreement for tourism capital project with Rowan Tourism Authority
- Permit to exceed noise ordinance petition PE 01-24
The Board received County Manager Aaron Church's proposed FY2024-2025 budget of $238,598,704, a 20.35% increase, keeping the tax rate at 58 cents per $100 valuation. A public hearing was set for June 3, 2024, with adoption expected at a special meeting June 24. The Board also approved a $750,000 inter-local agreement with the Tourism Development Authority for the Railwalk Corridor project and upheld a 911 address change on Cook Road.
- Approved consent agenda, including budget amendments and a $750,000 transfer for economic development with TDA (5-0)
- Upheld Address Program Administration's decision to change 4596 Cook Road to 4584 Cook Road (3-2)
- Approved Z 06-24, a Manufactured Home Overlay at 1920 Hildebrand Rd (5-0)
- Approved PE 01-24, a noise permit for the One Love Music Festival on June 22 (5-0)
- Approved road name changes for Cattle Drive and Misfit Meadows Lane (5-0)
- Approved inter-local agreement with Rowan County TDA for Railwalk Corridor, up to $750,000 (5-0)
- Approved budget amendment for the TDA inter-local agreement (5-0)
- Authorized staff to submit a proposal for a Local Reentry Council grant (5-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will conduct a legislative hearing regarding zoning item Z 05-24 for Yost. The meeting includes a large consent agenda featuring multiple project change orders and grant applications. The board will also consider service district changes and board appointments.
- Legislative Hearing for Z 05-24: Yost
- Proposed compensation for Planning Board and Board of Adjustment
- Public hearing for road name changes scheduled for May 20, 2024
- Purchase of a used police motorcycle
- Interlocal Agreement/Easement for Airport Road Utility Extension
The Board approved a rezoning request for a 35.98-acre tract to Rural Agricultural with an Agricultural Overlay. It also authorized a contract amendment for Health Department renovations and directed a report on redistricting several service districts.
- Approved rezoning of 700 Cauble Farm Road to Rural Agricultural with Agricultural Overlay (5-0)
- Authorized Amendment #1 with ADW Architects for Health Department renovations (5-0)
- Directed County Manager to prepare report to redistrict Richfield, East Rowan, Gold Hill, and Pooletown service districts (5-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including various change orders, grant acceptances, and budget amendments (5-0)
- Approved Proclamation for Shield-A-Badge with Prayer Awareness Month (5-0)
- Approved Proclamation for Law Enforcement Week (5-0)
- Appointed Suzanne Ramsey, Mike Beaver, and Kim Bartleson to various boards (4-0)
- Appointed Raymond Sokolowski, Spencer Lane, and John Thomason Jr. to Franklin VFD Fire Commission (4-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Rowan County Board of Commissioners will meet to consider a consent agenda with routine items, hold public hearings on three zoning requests (SUP 02-24, Z 03-24, Z 04-24), and receive financial reports. The meeting includes recognitions and a public comment period.
- Retire K9 'Rex' and transfer ownership to Corporal Patrick Michael
- Sale of ground leased Hangar T3 Thurston to Foster
- Approve Plumbing Grant Award
- Grant agreement for SL2023-134 funding to Sheriff's Office
- Quasi-Judicial Hearing for SUP 02-24
The Board approved a special use permit for a gas station canopy expansion and two rezoning requests to convert commercial and mobile home park land to residential/agricultural use. The Board also approved several budget amendments and two proclamations.
- Approved SUP 02-24 for canopy expansion at 4095 Old Beatty Ford Rd (3-0)
- Approved Z 03-24 rezoning from Manufactured Home Park to Rural Agricultural (3-0)
- Approved Z 04-24 rezoning from NB and CBI-CD to Rural Residential (3-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including budget amendments and K9 'Rex' retirement (3-0)
- Approved Proclamation for West Rowan High School Girls Basketball Team (3-0)
- Approved Proclamation for Public Safety Telecommunicators Week (3-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review a consent agenda featuring multiple contract awards, budget amendments, and lease agreements. The meeting includes an appeal hearing regarding a 911 address change and the scheduling of several zoning and special use permit hearings.
- Proposed waiver of $25,000 in tipping fees from the City of Salisbury for Kesler Mill demolition
- Ambulance purchase awards to Elite Mfg. and Atlantic Emergency Solution
- Revised contract for Ag Center Roof Replacement with Davco Roofing & Sheet Metal, Inc.
- Appeal hearing for 911 address change at 4596 Cook Road
- Scheduling of legislative hearings for Z 03-24 and Z 04-24 and quasi-judicial hearing for SUP 02-24
The Board approved a wide-ranging consent agenda including ambulance purchases and budget amendments. It also appointed members to the Granite Quarry Board of Adjustment and Mount Mitchell Volunteer Fire Department Fire Commission. An appeal regarding a 911 address change resulted in a tied vote and was deferred for legal review.
- Approved Consent Agenda including ambulance purchases and budget amendments (4-0)
- Approved Proclamation for Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month (4-0)
- Denied appeal for 911 address change at 4596 Cook Road (2-2 tie; deferred for legal review)
- Appointed Michelle Reid, Jared Mathis, Ronald Jacobs, and Dolores Shannon to Granite Quarry Board of Adjustment (4-0)
- Appointed Amy Harrington and Brenda McClellan to Mount Mitchell Volunteer Fire Department Fire Commission (4-0)
- Accepted Commissioner Caskey's resignation from the Library Board (4-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Rowan County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda containing numerous routine items, including contract awards, budget amendments, and property declarations. The most significant item is the continuation of a legislative hearing on a zoning text amendment for a motorsports racing complex. A quasi-judicial hearing for a special use permit was removed from the agenda.
- Continuation of legislative hearing on ZTA 04-23 Motorsports Racing Complex text
- Award Agricultural Center Roof Replacement to Davco Roofing & Sheet Metal, Inc.
- Sole-source justification for Just Appraised Inc. for FY24/25
- Budget amendments
- Authorize County Manager to issue RFP for pay study for public safety departments
The Board adopted ZTA 04-23 to establish a new zoning type for motorsports racing complexes with specific operational hours and standards. Other actions included approving a lease for Project LIGHT and granting a sewer easement to Salisbury Rowan Utilities.
- Approved ZTA 04-23 creating a new zoning type for motorsports racing complexes (5-0)
- Approved lease for Project LIGHT at West End Plaza for $1.00 per month (5-0)
- Authorized upfitting of Project LIGHT unit for privacy (5-0)
- Authorized sewer easement on Grace Church Road for Salisbury Rowan Utilities (5-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including budget amendments and RFP authorizations (5-0)
- Authorized $2.75M appropriation for Knox Middle School (via Consent Agenda)
- Authorized $2M appropriation for Municipal Taxes (via Consent Agenda)
- Authorized $1M transfer for new hangar project (via Consent Agenda)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider an incentive agreement for Red Rock Developments and a text amendment for a Motorsports Racing Complex. The meeting includes several quasi-judicial hearings and the approval of various construction change orders.
- Public hearing on incentive agreement for Red Rock Developments
- Legislative hearing for ZTA 04-23 Motorsports Racing Complex text
- Public hearing for road namings: Brothers Way and Thicket Lane
- Quasi-judicial hearing for SUP 01-24: Timothy and Donna Poole
- Rowan County Public Health Fee Schedules FY23-24
The Board approved a reimbursement agreement for public infrastructure improvements at the Carlton Farms project. It also approved a text amendment merging Board of Adjustment duties into the Planning Board and granted a special use permit for a residential storage facility.
- Approved incentive agreement for Red Rock Developments for up to $4.2M in infrastructure reimbursements (5-0)
- Approved ZTA 02-23 to transfer Board of Adjustment duties to the Planning Board effective April 1, 2024 (5-0)
- Approved special use permit SUP 01-24 for a 2,617-sf residential storage facility at 915 Driftwood Trail, subject to a setback variance (5-0)
- Approved road namings for Brothers Way and Thicket Lane (5-0)
- Tabled ZTA 04-23 Motorsports Racing Complex Text until March 18, 2024 (5-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including various contracts, budget amendments, and property sales (5-0)
- Appointed Tyler Wiethorn to the Planning Board (5-0)
- Appointed Mike Caskey to the Social Services Board (5-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Rowan County Board of Commissioners will meet to consider a consent agenda with numerous routine items, including grant applications, road name changes, and contracts. The regular agenda includes public hearings on an EDC economic development project, several zoning requests, and a solar facility, as well as a closed session. The meeting is open to the public with options to attend virtually or by phone.
- Public hearing on EDC 'Project Aviation'
- Legislative hearing for ZTA 04-23 Motorsports Racing Complex text
- Public hearing for Z 01-24
- Legislative hearing for Z 02-24: Blandy Hardwoods
- Legislative hearing for ZTA 01-24; Top Tier Solar Solutions LLC
The Board approved tax and job grants for 'Project Aviation' to attract an aviation services provider to the Mid Carolina Regional Airport. Several rezoning requests were approved, including expansions for a storage facility and a lumber yard. A proposed zoning amendment for a motorsports racing complex was tabled.
- Approved tax incentive grant for Project Aviation (5-0)
- Approved jobs grant for Project Aviation (5-0)
- Approved rezoning Z 01-24 for Steinman Storage LLC expansion (5-0)
- Approved rezoning Z 02-24 for Blandy Hardwoods expansion (5-0)
- Approved SNIA 01-24 for storage/light manufacturing at 175 Nitro Alley (4-0)
- Approved ZTA 01-24 allowing anti-reflective roof solar panels near airport (4-0)
- Tabled ZTA 04-23 regarding Motorsports Racing Complex standards (5-0)
- Approved building the Charters of Freedom display in Rowan County (5-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Rowan County Board of Commissioners is holding a retreat to receive updates on the budget, current construction projects, and various county services. They will also discuss capital improvement plans and prioritization, as well as topics like EMS base station and fire department support, animal services, and employee mental health. The agenda is primarily a working session with presentations and discussions rather than formal votes.
- Budget updates presented by Nick Aceves
- Discussion of EMS Base Station/Fire Department Support
- Capital Improvement Plan and prioritization discussion
- Updates on current projects under construction
- Animal Services update
The Rowan County Board of Commissioners met on February 5, 2024, for an annual planning retreat and work session. The Board approved the agenda as amended (5-0) and adjourned (5-0), but took no other binding votes. Commissioners heard budget, economic development, behavioral health, EMS, animal services, litter, and capital improvement presentations, and ranked capital priorities, with the Behavioral Health Urgent Care (BHUC) receiving the most commissioner requests (10).
- Approved agenda as amended (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
- No other substantive decisions were made; presentations and prioritization exercise only
Board of Commissioners
The Rowan County Board of Commissioners will meet to consider a large consent agenda with numerous routine items, including grant applications, budget amendments, and purchases. Notable items include a revision to the North East Water System basic operation fee, purchase of Lenco armored vehicles, and a contract for the Crawford Building. The board will also hold a public comment period, receive updates on the 'Your Rowan' program and High Rock Lake agreements, and enter closed session for a personnel matter.
- Revision to Basic Operation Fee for North East Water System
- Purchase Approval - Lenco Armored Vehicles - Bearcat Options
- Approve Crawford Building Contract - CPL (removed from agenda)
- High Rock Lake - Davidson County Agreement
- High Rock Lake - Geosyntec Consultants, Inc
The Board authorized a partnership with Davidson County and a contract with Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. to study sedimentation and dredging options for High Rock Lake. The Board also approved a series of board appointments and a wide-ranging consent agenda including grant applications and budget amendments.
- Authorized Interlocal Agreement with Davidson County for half the cost of High Rock Lake Feasibility Study (5-0)
- Approved contract with Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. for High Rock Lake engineering services not to exceed $299,921.00 (5-0)
- Approved budget amendment for High Rock Lake project (5-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including Lenco Armored Vehicles purchase and various grant applications (5-0)
- Appointed members to several Fire Commissions, the Housing Authority, Parks and Recreation Board, and China Grove Planning Board (5-0)
- Moved Financial Reports to the February 19, 2024 meeting (5-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Rowan County Board of Commissioners will meet to consider a consent agenda with routine approvals, followed by public hearings on zoning requests, road name changes, condemnation, and a nuisance abatement ordinance. The board will also enter closed session to discuss real estate negotiations.
- Legislative hearing for Z 11-23: Dynamic Developers
- Quasi-judicial hearing for TEMP 01-24: Dominion Energy North Carolina
- Public hearing for road name changes: Freshwater Lane, Overflow Trail, Twist Lane
- Legislative hearing for condemnation consideration of 265 Duke Drive
- Legislative hearing for nuisance abatement ordinance at 1540 Stonewood Drive
The Board voted 5-0 to deny rezoning Z 11-23, which would have allowed a commercial building and future fire station on 9.64 acres at Old Beatty Ford, Old Concord, and Ketner Farm Roads, citing access and safety concerns. The Board also voted 5-0 to table the quasi-judicial hearing for TEMP 01-24, Dominion Energy's request for a two-year construction laydown yard on Ketner Farm Road, until its February 19, 2024 meeting. In other actions, the Board approved rezoning Z 13-23 (Sunset Pointe HOA) and Z 12-23 (Statesville Blvd), approved a watershed allocation (SNIA 03-23), and ordered demolition of a blighted structure at 265 Duke Drive and abatement of nuisance conditions at 1540 Stonewood Drive.
- Denied rezoning Z 11-23 (Dynamic Developers, 9.64 acres at Old Beatty Ford/Old Concord/Ketner Farm Roads) 5-0
- Tabled quasi-judicial hearing TEMP 01-24 (Dominion Energy laydown yard) to Feb 19, 2024, 5-0
- Approved rezoning Z 13-23 (Sunset Pointe HOA, 4.82 acres from CBI-CD to RA) 5-0
- Approved rezoning Z 12-23 (8200 block Statesville Blvd from CBI-CD to RR) 5-0
- Approved SNIA 03-23 (Rob Downing, 504 Performance Rd, 4.21 acres watershed allocation) 5-0
- Approved road name changes: Freshwater Lane, Overflow Trail, Twist Lane 5-0
- Ordered demolition of blighted structure at 265 Duke Drive 5-0
- Ordered nuisance abatement at 1540 Stonewood Drive 4-0 (Klusman absent)
Board of Commissioners
The Rowan County Board of Commissioners will meet to consider a large consent agenda covering contracts, grants, property sales, and public hearing schedules, followed by public comment, regular agenda items, and a closed session for real estate negotiations. The meeting includes several items related to the WEP (Workforce Enhancement Program) projects, including demolition of the old Salisbury Mall Cinema and contracts with ADW Architects. The board will also hear the FY23 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and continue hearings for Tiger World-related zoning and special use permit requests.
- Approve reimbursement request for Agility Fuels/Project ACDC Building Reuse Grant
- Sale of Ground Lease Hangar T7
- Demolition Authorization - Old Salisbury Mall Cinema - WEP Project
- Contract 24358 - ADW Architects - Health Department Phase WEP - Capital Project
- Continuation of Legislative Hearing for Z 10-23: Lea Jaunakais (Tiger World)
The Board approved a rezoning request and a special use permit to allow the expansion of the Tiger World zoological garden and the addition of a campground. The Board also accepted state grant funds for the Sheriff's Office and approved the sale of surplus personal property.
- Approved rezoning of 35.88 acres at 4400 Cook Rd. to Rural Agricultural with a Conditional District (5-0)
- Approved SUP 03-23 for Tiger World Campground (5-0)
- Accepted State Directed Grant funds for Rowan County Sheriff’s Office (5-0)
- Approved sale of surplus personal property via GovDeals.com, excluding Units 0422, 1528, and 1724 (5-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including budget amendments for EMS, Grants, Airport, DSS, Health, and Elections (5-0)
- Reappointed Greg Edds and Jim Greene to CRMPO Transportation Advisory Committee (5-0)
- Appointed Tucker Osborne to the Planning Board (5-0)
- Appointed Valerie Steele to the Historic Landmark Commission (5-0)