Rutherford County public meetings in 2020
33 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Social Services Board
The board will discuss the December 2020 budget and review November financial and service reports. Agenda items include updates on COVID-19 procedures and modifications to food and nutrition services. The meeting also addresses behavioral health placement needs in foster care.
- December 2020 budget discussion
- November 2020 financial and service reports
- COVID-19 procedure and practice updates
- Behavioral health placement needs in foster care
- Modifications to Food & Nutrition Services and Energy programs due to COVID-19
Board of Commissioners
The meeting includes an organizational session to elect a Chairman and Vice-Chairman. The Board will also swear in Judge Robert Martelle and consider the approval of bonds for county officials. A closed session regarding an industrial location is scheduled.
- Election of Chairman
- Election of Vice-Chairman
- Approval of Bonds for County Officials
- Swearing in Judge Robert Martelle
- Closed Session regarding an industrial location
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the conveyance of the Gateway West Commerce Park tract for economic development. The agenda also includes budget amendments and appointments to various county boards.
- Public hearing for Gateway West Commerce Park Tract ID 20-2661A
- Resolution authorizing sale of real property for economic development
- Amendment to the Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF) County Plan
- December 2020 budget amendments
- South Mountains Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan resolution
Social Services Board
The board will review the Child Care Subsidy Services Local Waiting List Policy. The meeting includes discussions on the November 2020 budget and October 2020 financial reports. Updates regarding COVID-19 procedures and Medicaid transformation are also scheduled.
- Child Care Subsidy Services Local Waiting List Policy discussion
- November 2020 budget discussion
- October 2020 financial report review
- Update on COVID-19 procedures/practices
- Medicaid transformation program update
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding several grant programs for the 2022 fiscal year. These include funding for senior center services, Transit Rutherford transportation, and a Community Development Block Grant. The board will also review appointments to county boards and pricing for Gateway West Commerce Park tracts.
- Public hearing for FY 2022 Senior Center grant
- Public hearing for FY 2022 Transit Rutherford transportation services grant
- Public hearing for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG-CV)
- Pricing schedule for Gateway West Commerce Park commercial tracts
- Appointments to county boards and the Watershed Review Board
Social Services Board
The Social Services Board will discuss the 2021-22 NCDHHS-County MOU and review September 2020 financial and service reports. The meeting also includes updates on COVID-19 procedures, APS/CPS funding, and pandemic EBT benefits.
- Review of 2021-22 NCDHHS-County MOU
- COVID-19 procedures and practices update
- Update on COVID-19 funding for APS/CPS
- Update on Pandemic EBT Benefits
- September 2020 financial report
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a first public hearing regarding the Community Development Block Grant. The agenda also includes agenda approval and adjournment.
- Public Hearing: Community Development Block Grant (ID 20-2626A)
Rutherford County Airport Authority
The Rutherford County Airport Authority is reviewing a request from HeliServiceID. The proposal involves the installation of a propane tank and a concrete pad.
- Request for a propane tank and concrete pad from HeliServiceID 20-2620
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review October 2020 budget amendments and several board appointments. The agenda also includes grant award recommendations for the NC Arts Council Grassroots Arts Program and a presentation from Partners Behavioral Health Management.
- October 2020 budget amendments
- Appointments to the Library Board of Trustees, Watershed Review Board, and NC Arts Council Grassroots Committee
- NC Arts Council Grassroots Arts Program grant award recommendations
- Tax refunds and releases for October 2020
- Partners Behavioral Health Management update
Social Services Board
The Rutherford County Social Services Board will review August 2020 service and financial reports. The meeting includes updates on COVID-19 telework changes, funding for APS/CPS, and Medicaid transformation. The board will also discuss legislative updates regarding HB 1105.
- COVID-19 telework changes and procedures
- COVID-19 funding for Adult Protective Services (APS) and Child Protective Services (CPS)
- Medicaid transformation and coverage for COVID-19 testing
- Food & Nutrition Services modifications
- Legislative updates regarding HB 1105
Rutherford County Airport Authority
The Rutherford County Airport Authority will review the July financial report and approve previous meeting minutes. The board will also consider an updated service contract for Approach Equipment and a name change for Hangars 3A and 3B.
- Updated service contract for Approach Equipment
- Name change for Hangar 3A and 3B
- Updated public comment guidelines
- July financial report
Board of Commissioners
The Board will consider a Highway 74 designation and an annual write-off of uncollectible EMS debt. Presentations are scheduled regarding the Carolina Community Broadband Alliance and the 2020 Census. The agenda also includes tax refunds, releases, and appointments to county boards.
- Highway 74 designation consideration
- Annual EMS uncollectible debt write-off
- Carolina Community Broadband Alliance presentation
- US Census 2020 presentation
- September 2020 tax refunds and releases
Social Services Board
The board will discuss COVID-19 risk reduction procedures and a needs assessment for employees with school-aged children. The meeting includes updates on food benefits for Food & Nutrition Services recipients and the July 2020 financial report.
- Update on COVID-19 risk reduction procedures and practices
- Additional food benefits for Food & Nutrition Services recipients
- Review of the July 2020 financial report
- Presentation of the June 30, 2020 turnover report
- Director's legislative updates
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review August 2020 budget amendments and approve tax refunds and releases. The meeting includes the appointment of a new Chairperson for the Rutherford County Tourism Development Authority. Additionally, the Board will receive reports from the Tax Collector and recognize individual achievements.
- August 2020 budget amendments
- Appointment of the Rutherford County Tourism Development Authority Chairperson
- Tax refunds and releases for August 2020
- Presentation of the Governor Robert Scott Leadership Award to Ms. Lauren Street
- October 2020 appointments to county boards and commissions
Social Services Board
The Social Services Board will elect a new Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. The meeting includes reviews of June 2020 financial and service reports, as well as updates on COVID-19 procedures and practices.
- Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
- Review of June 2020 financial and service reports
- Update on COVID-19 procedures and practices
- Social Work and Economic Services program updates regarding COVID-19
- Legislative updates from the Director's Report
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider July 2020 budget amendments and an amendment to the Coronavirus Relief Fund County Plan. The agenda also includes a lease agreement for Hickory Nut Gorge EMS and Rescue.
- Amendment to the North Carolina Pandemic Recovery Office Coronavirus Relief Fund County Plan
- July 2020 budget amendments
- Hickory Nut Gorge EMS and Rescue Lease Agreement
- Rutherford County 911 Data Center IRU Agreement
- Resolution for vehicle and equipment reimbursement
Social Services Board
The board will review May 2020 financial and service reports alongside budget discussions. Agenda items include an energy program outreach plan and updates on COVID-19 procedures. Program updates for social work and economic services are also scheduled.
- Energy Program Outreach Plan
- Update on COVID-19 Procedures/Practices
- EBT Double Bucks at the Farmer's Market
- Adult Services Response Data Results - 2018-2019
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is reviewing the draft budget ordinance for fiscal year 2020-2021. This item is presented under new business.
- FY20-21 Draft Budget Ordinance (ID 20-2448A)
Rutherford County Airport Authority
The Rutherford County Airport Authority will consider a resolution regarding the transfer of Hangar 5C to Heliservice, LLC. This item is listed under new business for the June 1 meeting.
- Hangar Transfer 5C to Heliservice, LLC (ID 20-2474)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 budget. The agenda also includes discussions on budget amendments and the Coronavirus Relief Fund Interlocal Agreement. Additionally, the Board will consider new policies for the 2020 Urgent Repair Program.
- Public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 budget
- Coronavirus Relief Fund Interlocal Agreement
- Resolutions awarding service side arms to retiring officers Robert Owens and Ricky McKinney
- Urgent Repair Program assistance and procurement policies for 2020
- Contract with Energov and termination agreement with Central Square/Superion
Social Services Board
The board will review the final 2020-2021 budget and April 2020 financial reports. Discussion includes updates on COVID-19 procedures, foster parent licensing changes, and economic services such as TANF and EBT ordering.
- Review of 2020-2021 final budget
- Updates on COVID-19 procedures and practices
- Foster parent training and licensing changes
- Discussion of TANF supplemental benefits and LIEAP payments
- P-EBT FAQ benefits and online EBT ordering
Rutherford County Airport Authority
The Rutherford County Airport Authority will review the requested and recommended budgets for 2020-2021. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding CARES Act grant amounts.
- 2020-2021 budget request and recommendation
- CARES Act grant amount presentation
- July-March 2020 airport financial report
- Approval of January 21, 2020 meeting minutes
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review the 2020-2021 budget presentation and several budget amendments. The agenda includes a resolution for the Queens Gap Devlp Phase 1 parcel sale and a purchase agreement with Central Square Systems. Additionally, commissioners will receive reports on COVID-19 response and the Parks and Recreation Master Plan.
- 2020-2021 budget presentation and amendments
- Queens Gap Devlp Phase 1 parcel sale resolution
- Central Square Systems purchase agreement
- Gould Killian audit contract
- Policy to waive late listing penalties due to COVID-19
Social Services Board
The board will review the 2020-21 budget presentation and recent financial reports. The agenda includes requests for several new staff positions and updates on COVID-19 risk reduction procedures. Members will also discuss Medicaid transformation and program changes.
- Proposed new Social Worker III (Bridge) position
- Proposed new Peer Specialist position
- Proposed Income Maintenance Caseworker II and III positions
- Procedures for reducing risk of COVID-19
- Medicaid Transformation and Public Charge Rule updates
Board of Commissioners
The Rutherford County Board of Commissioners is conducting a budget meeting with the Isothermal Community College Board of Trustees. This item is listed under new business for the April 9, 2020, meeting.
- Budget meeting with Isothermal Community College Board of Trustees (ID 20-2399A)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is scheduled to hold a budget meeting with the Rutherford County Board of Education. This is the only item listed under new business for this meeting.
- Budget meeting with Rutherford County Board of Education (ID 20-2398A)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review April 2020 budget amendments and FEMA disaster assistance for COVID-19. The agenda also includes contractor recommendations for 911 communications renovations and new emergency leave policies.
- April 2020 Budget Amendments
- FEMA COVID-19 Disaster Assistance Agreement
- 911 Communications Renovation contractor recommendations
- Conservation easement request from the Town of Rutherfordton
- Emergency leave policy updates
Social Services Board
The Social Services Board will review February 2020 financial and service reports. The meeting includes discussions on the March 2020 budget and requests for several new personnel positions. Program updates will cover Medicaid transformation and legislative bills.
- Discussion of the March 2020 budget
- Requests for new IMC III, IMC II, and SW III positions
- Review of February 2020 financial and service reports
- Update on Medicaid transformation and HB 966
- Public Charge Rule update
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider budget amendments and a financial RFP for vehicles and associated equipment. The agenda also includes appointments to the Board of Equalization and Review and the Isothermal Planning and Development Commission. Additionally, the board will review the Transit System Safety Plan.
- Budget Amendments
- Financial RFP for Vehicles and Associated Equipment
- Transit System Safety Plan
- Appointments to the Board of Equalization and Review
- Tax Refunds and Releases - March 2020
Social Services Board
The board will review personnel, financial, and service reports from early 2020. Discussions include the impact of the state budget stalemate on NC FAST and potential Medicaid expansion effects. The agenda also includes updates on Medicaid transformation and proposed legislative bills.
- Budget discussion for February 2020
- Impact of state budget stalemate on NC FAST
- Potential Medicaid expansion effects on workload
- Medicaid transformation update
- Review of proposed legislative bills including HB 966
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review appointments to the Board of Equalization and Review and the Isothermal Planning and Development Commission. The agenda includes discussing highway right-of-way deeds for Laurel Hill Drive and reviewing tax refunds and property tax lien reports. The board will also consider fee changes for the Foothills Health District.
- Bid results for Recycling Materials Transport, Processing, and Marketing
- Deed for Highway Right of Way for Laurel Hill Drive Property
- 2019-2020 Fee Schedule Changes for Foothills Health District
- Resolution to support US 74 as an Interstate Quality Corridor
- Agreement with Spatialest
Rutherford County Airport Authority
The Rutherford County Airport Authority will conduct elections for Chairman and Vice Chairman. The board will review the July-December 2019 financial report and receive information regarding the Spindale Operation Center Cell Tower. Meeting dates for 2020 will also be established.
- Election of Chairman
- Election of Vice Chairman
- July-December 2019 Financial Report
- Spindale Operation Center Cell Tower information
- 2020 meeting date resolutions
Social Services Board
The Social Services Board will review budget, financial, and service reports from late 2019 and early 2020. The meeting includes discussions on staffing needs for Social Work and Economic Services, as well as updates on Medicaid transformation.
- Drug screening cost savings efforts
- Staffing needs for 2020-21 in Social Work and Economic Services
- Medicaid transformation update
- Appointment of a Board Member to CCPT/CFPT
- Legislative program evaluation regarding CPS intake