Rutherford County public meetings in 2022
38 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Social Services Board
The meeting consists of routine reviews of November financial and service reports. The board will also conduct a budget discussion and receive updates on social work and economic services programs.
- Budget discussion
- November financial report review
- November service report review
- Personnel report from November 13, 2022
- Social work and economic services program updates
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding an amendment to the CDBG Coronavirus Grant project budget. The agenda also includes discussions on the sale of Old Harris School property and various budget amendments.
- Public hearing for CDBG Coronavirus Grant budget amendment
- Resolution regarding the sale of Old Harris School property
- Budget amendments, including ICC - Open Arena
- Appointments to Rutherford County Boards and Commissions
- Review of the 2022 Audit Report
Board of Commissioners
The Board will hold an organizational meeting to elect a Chairman and Vice-Chairman. The agenda also includes the swearing-in of Judge Robert Martelle and the approval of bonds for county officials.
- Election of Chairman
- Election of Vice-Chairman
- Swearing-in ceremony for Judge Robert Martelle
- Approval of bonds for county officials
Social Services Board
The board will review October 2022 financial and service reports. The meeting includes discussions regarding the budget and updates on social work and economic services programs.
- Budget discussion
- October 2022 financial report
- October 2022 service report
- Personnel report from October 16, 2022
- Program updates for social work and economic services
Board of Commissioners
The Board will hold a public hearing regarding the Comprehensive Transportation Plan. The agenda also includes discussions on budget amendments, EMS project bids, and a Republic Services rate increase. Additionally, commissioners will receive updates on the Legacy Soccer Park and the Tourism Development Authority.
- Public hearing for the Comprehensive Transportation Plan
- Budget amendments
- Bids for the EMS Project
- Republic Services rate increase discussion
- Resolutions awarding side arms to Sheriff Chris Francis and Chief Deputy Warren Sprouse
Rutherford County Airport Authority
The Rutherford County Airport Authority will review financial reports for July through September 2022. The board is also scheduled to discuss an amended ground lease agreement and a work authorization for lighting.
- Amended Ground Lease Agreement
- Work Authorization No. 4 (Lighting CA-CO)
- Financial Report (July 2022–Sept 2022)
- Approval of September and October meeting minutes
- 2023 meeting schedule
Social Services Board
The Social Services Board will review the September 2022 financial report and the 2021-2022 DSS staff turnover report. The meeting also includes program updates regarding social work and economic services.
- Review of 2021-2022 DSS staff turnover report
- Discussion of September 2022 financial report
- Review of September 2022 service report
- Program updates for social work and economic services
Rutherford County Airport Authority
The Rutherford County Airport Authority will address a ground lease agreement for Kiazen Black Mtn Holdings. The meeting also includes an amendment to a land lease agreement.
- Ground Lease Agreement ID 22-3279 for Kiazen Black Mtn Holdings
- Amendment to Land Lease Agreement dated 10.12.22
Rutherford County Airport Authority
The Rutherford County Airport Authority is holding a special meeting to discuss new business. The agenda includes Work Authorization No. 3 regarding the design-bid phase of Eastside Development - Phase 1.
- Work Authorization No. 3 for Eastside Development - Phase 1 (Design-Bid)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding FY 2024 Senior Center grants for elderly individuals and those with disabilities. The agenda also includes discussions on budget amendments, NC Arts Council grant recommendations, and the adoption of the 2023 Schedule of Values.
- Public hearing for FY 2024 Senior Center grants
- Budget amendments
- Microsoft Enterprise Agreement amendment
- NC Arts Council Grassroots Grant recommendations
- Appointment to Farmland Preservation Advisory Board
Social Services Board
The board will review August 2022 financial and service reports. The agenda includes discussions regarding the budget and updates on social work and economic services programs. The meeting also covers the 2022-2024 County MOU and its signing statement.
- Budget discussion
- August 2022 financial report
- August 2022 service report
- 2022-2024 County MOU and signing statement
- Personnel report
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the 2023 Schedule of Values, Standards, Rules, and Present-Use Schedule of Values. The agenda also includes agenda approval.
- Public hearing for the 2023 Rutherford County Schedule of Values, Standards, Rules, and Present-Use Schedule of Values
Rutherford County Airport Authority
The Rutherford County Airport Authority is reviewing proposals for airport flight tracking services. The board will also consider work authorizations for SWPPP-SPCC updates and a lease assignment for Hangar 3E. Additionally, the meeting includes updates on broadband deployment and the NPE 2022 grant award.
- Proposals for Rutherford County Airport Flight Tracking Services
- Work Authorization #2 for SWPPP-SPCC Update and Training
- Lease assignment of Hangar 3E from Scala to Stimple
- Broadband Deployment Project Amendment for Mt Vernon Tower Site
- July 2022 Airport Financial Report
Board of Commissioners
The Board will review budget amendments and several policies related to American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding. The agenda also includes the sale of the Old Harris School property and a grant offer for the Streamflow Rehab Assistance Program.
- Sale of Old Harris School property to CL Developers
- Budget amendments for September 2022
- Policies for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding
- Streamflow Rehab Assistance Program (StRAP) grant offer
- Memorandum of Understanding with Department of Health and Human Services
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider August 2022 budget amendments and a request for additional School Resource Officers. The agenda includes appointments to the Tourism Development Authority and Workforce Development Board. The board will also review contracts related to tire recycling and property purchases.
- August 2022 budget amendments
- Request for additional School Resource Officers (SRO)
- Appointment of Tourism Development Authority Chairperson
- Scrap tire recycling and disposal contract
- Agreement for purchase of real property
Social Services Board
The Rutherford County Social Services Board will meet to discuss June 2022 budget and financial reports. The agenda also includes updates on social work and economic services programs.
- June 2022 Budget Discussion
- June 2022 Financial Report
- June 2022 Service Report
- Personnel Report from June 26, 2022
- Program updates for Social Work and Economic Services
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review July 2022 budget amendments and a reimbursement resolution for vehicles and equipment. The agenda also includes a credit card processing agreement for building inspections. Additionally, the board will address appointments to several local commissions.
- July 2022 budget amendments
- Credit card processing agreement for Building Inspections
- Reimbursement resolution for vehicles and equipment
- Appointments to Historic Preservation Commission and Isothermal Community College Board of Trustees
- June 2022 tax refunds and releases
Rutherford County Airport Authority
The Authority will consider work authorization for the conceptual design phase of a new terminal building. The agenda includes several hangar lease assignments and a request for hangar development. An easement for a Duke Energy underground power line is also presented for information.
- Work authorization for WK Dickson New Terminal Building conceptual design services
- Service contract update for ILS technical approach equipment
- Lease assignments for hangars 3F, 3A, 3B, and 6A
- Name change request from KH Aviation LLC to Hankinson Property Holdings, LLC
- Resolution approving the Jerry Stephens hangar development
Social Services Board
The board will discuss the May 2022 budget, financial report, and service report. Program updates will cover social work, economic services, and the Child and Family Specialty Plan. The Director's Report will also address House Bill 144.
- May 2022 budget and financial reports
- May 2022 service report
- Child and Family Specialty Plan updates
- Discussion of House Bill 144
- Personnel report from May 29, 2022
Board of Commissioners
The Board will discuss the adoption of the FY22-23 budget ordinance and a proposed budget for the Cliffside Sanitary District. The agenda also includes a review of building inspection permit schedules and the restructuring of Rutherford County 911 operations.
- FY22-23 Budget Ordinance adoption
- Cliffside Sanitary District Proposed Budget Ordinance
- Restructuring of Rutherford County 911 Operations
- Building inspection 2022 vs 2018 permit schedule review
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding the FY 2022-2023 budget and the Community Development Block Grant. The agenda also includes discussions on ARPA funding plans, 911 operations restructuring, and contract renewals.
- Public hearing for FY 2022-2023 budget
- Public hearing for Community Development Block Grant
- Budget amendments and capital projects ordinance
- Audit contract review
- Restructuring of Rutherford County 911 operations
Social Services Board
The board will discuss April 2022 budget and financial reports. The meeting includes reviews of personnel, service, and program updates for social work and economic services.
- Personnel Report (May 2022)
- Budget Discussion (April/May 2022)
- Financial Report (April 2022)
- Service Report (April 2022)
- Program updates for Social Work and Economic Services
Board of Commissioners
The Rutherford County Board of Commissioners meeting includes a budget workshop. The agenda also covers the approval of the meeting agenda.
- Budget Workshop ID 22-3145A
Board of Commissioners
The meeting includes a budget workshop identified as ID 22-3144A. The remaining items on the agenda are procedural.
- Budget Workshop ID 22-3144A
Board of Commissioners
The Board will present the 2022-2023 budget and discuss May 2022 budget amendments. A public hearing is scheduled for a five percent matching grant for Project North Wind. The agenda also includes a property tax exemption request and county branding updates.
- Public hearing for Project North Wind five percent matching grant
- 2022-2023 budget presentation and May 2022 amendments
- Property tax exemption request from Rutherford County Economic Development Corporation
- PANGAEA Internet NCDIT GREAT Grant Application
- Appointments to the Rutherford County Economic Development Association
Social Services Board
The Social Services Board will meet to adopt the meeting agenda and previous minutes. The board is also scheduled to adopt the budget for fiscal year 2022-2023.
- Adoption of Budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023
Social Services Board
The Social Services Board will review March 2022 financial and service reports. The meeting includes discussions regarding the budget and updates on social work and economic services programs. The board will also receive estimates of the Medicaid expansion population by county.
- Budget discussion
- March 2022 financial report
- March 2022 service report
- Medicaid expansion population estimates
- Personnel report
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a budget meeting with the Rutherford County Board of Education. This item is listed under new business for the April 14, 2022, meeting.
- Budget Meeting with Rutherford County Board of Education (ID 22-3120A)
Board of Commissioners
The Board will consider a resolution to request a state grant for an updated Rutherford County/Municipalities Joint Sewer Study. The agenda also includes a budget meeting with the Isothermal Community College Board of Trustees.
- Resolution requesting a state grant for the Rutherford County/Municipalities Joint Sewer Study
- Budget meeting with the Isothermal Community College Board of Trustees
Board of Commissioners
The Board will review April 2022 budget amendments and proposed changes to Animal Control service pricing. Discussion is also scheduled regarding recruitment and retention for EMS and the Sheriff’s Office Detention Center. The agenda includes several committee appointments and official proclamations.
- April 2022 budget amendments
- Proposed Animal Control service fees
- EMS and Sheriff’s Office Detention Center recruitment/retention
- Appointment to Forest City Board of Planning and Adjustment
- Petition regarding an all-way stop at Bostic Sunshine Highway and NC 226
Social Services Board
The Social Services Board will conduct a routine review of February 2022 financial and service reports. The meeting also includes a personnel report and updates regarding social work and economic services programs.
- Review of February 2022 financial report
- Review of February 2022 service report
- Personnel report review
- Program updates for Social Work and Economic Services
Board of Commissioners
The Rutherford County Board of Commissioners will review budget amendments and a county project plan for the American Rescue Plan Act. The agenda also includes discussions regarding broadband services through the GREAT Grant Program and legislative funding for the Isothermal Community College Connector Road.
- American Rescue Plan Act - County Project Plan
- Budget Amendments - March 2022
- NCDIT GREAT Grant Program for Broadband Services
- Resolution Requesting Legislative Funding for Isothermal Community College Connector Road
- Appointment to Animal Appellate Board
Rutherford County Airport Authority
The authority will review airport financial reports covering July 2021 through January 2022. The board will also consider revisions to Section 1.8 of the RCAA Rules and Regulations. Additionally, a request from Heli Service regarding Hangar 5C relocation and construction is on the agenda.
- Revision to RCAA Rules and Regulations Section 1.8
- Heli Service Hangar 5C relocation and construction request
- Review of airport financials from July 2021 to January 2022
Social Services Board
The meeting consists of routine reviews of personnel, budget, and financial reports. Program updates regarding social work and economic services are also scheduled.
- Personnel Report
- Budget Discussion
- Financial Report for January 2022
- Service Report for January 2022
- Program updates on social work and economic services
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review budget amendments and state budget appropriations grants. The board is also scheduled to consider a sewer infrastructure transfer to the Town of Spindale and an EMS lease rate change with the Town of Bostic.
- Budget amendments for February 7, 2022
- Henson Road sewer infrastructure transfer to the Town of Spindale
- EMS lease rate change request with the Town of Bostic
- Blue Ridge Community Action CSBG application
- Adoption of supplements to the County Code of Ordinances
Social Services Board
The board will conduct a budget discussion and review the December 2021 financial and service reports. The meeting also includes program updates for social work and economic services.
- Budget discussion
- December 2021 financial report
- December 2021 service report
- Personnel report
- Program updates for Social Work and Economic Services
Board of Commissioners
The Board will consider budget amendments and the 2022-2023 budget calendar. The agenda also includes compilations for Volunteer Fire Departments and a resolution regarding Detective Bruce Greene's service side arm.
- Budget Amendments (Jan 3, 2022)
- 2022-2023 Budget Calendar
- Compilations for Volunteer Fire Departments
- Resolution awarding Detective Bruce Greene's service side arm
- December 2021 tax refunds and releases
Rutherford County Airport Authority
The Rutherford County Airport Authority will hold elections for Chairman and Vice Chairman. The board will also review qualifications for an airport engineering firm and consider work authorization for a lighting rehab project.
- Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman
- Review of qualifications for Airport Engineer Firm 2022-2027
- Work authorization for the Design/Bid for Lighting Rehab Project
- Airport Financial Report for July 2021–November 2021