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Stanly County public meetings in 2025

27 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 1, 2025 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Board will hold a public hearing on an Economic Development Incentive Grant

The Stanly County Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings on an Economic Development Incentive Grant and on the FY 2027 Community Transportation Program application. They will also consider appointments to the Board of Equalization and Review and to the Senior Services Advisory Board, adopt a NCDOT secondary road resolution, and discuss a strategic planning retreat and code of ethics reaffirmation. A closed session for economic development will precede the work session.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $9 million economic incentive for Project Shag

Commissioner Efird was elected Chairman for 2026 and Commissioner Lawhon was elected Chairman for 2026 by unanimous votes. The Board approved renewal of four public official bonds totaling $1,155,000, also by unanimous vote. It approved a $9 million economic development incentive for Project Shag, creating 13 new jobs, with a unanimous 7‑0 vote. Additional unanimous actions included approving a $464,308 transportation program application, appointing new members to the Board of Equalization and Senior Services Advisory Board, and adopting an NCDOT secondary road resolution.

1000 N 1st St, Albemarle
Mon Nov 17, 2025 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Board reviews FY 24‑25 audit and appoints human services board members

The Stanly County Board of Commissioners will present the Fiscal Year 24‑25 audit and discuss the consolidated Human Services Board appointments. They will also consider a consent agenda that includes minutes, vehicle refunds, the September financial report, a proclamation for World Sanfilippo Awareness Day 2025, and vehicle disposition. The meeting follows a closed session on economic development and a work session.

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✓ Decided: Board tables Human Services appointments, approves agenda and consent items

Commissioners voted unanimously to table the Consolidated Human Services Board appointments until the January 2026 meeting. The amended agenda was approved by a 7‑0 vote. The consent agenda, covering minutes, vehicle refunds, the September financial report, vehicle disposition and a proclamation, was also approved 7‑0. The meeting was adjourned at 6:27 p.m. by a 7‑0 vote.

1000 N 1st St, Albemarle
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Consent Agenda
7 yea
T. Scott Efird yea · Bill Lawhon yea · Paul Michael Barbee yea · Patty Crump yea · Trent Hatley yea · Brandon King yea · Billy Mills yea
Adjourn
7 yea
T. Scott Efird yea · Bill Lawhon yea · Paul Michael Barbee yea · Patty Crump yea · Trent Hatley yea · Brandon King yea · Billy Mills yea
Thu Nov 6, 2025 · 18:00

General

Board reviews Foster Care Licensing and budget performance reports

The Stanly County Health and Human Services Board will hear a Foster Care Licensing presentation and a schedule for the 2026 consolidated board meetings. It will also receive updates from the Department of Social Services and the Health Department, including activity reports for September 2025 and a budget performance report. The meeting will adopt the agenda, consent items, and minutes from the October 2, 2025 meeting before opening public comment.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously appoints Sean Pickler as pharmacist member

The Board elected Seena Koohestani as Chairperson and Sean Morgan as Vice Chairperson, both by unanimous vote. A motion to approve the 2026 meeting calendar passed unanimously. The Board recommended Sean Pickler for the pharmacist seat, also by unanimous vote. The consent agenda was adopted with an 11‑0 vote.

1000 North 1st Street, Albemarle
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Adoption of Agenda
11 yea
Jeremy Almond yea · Beth Thomas yea · Kenny Kendall yea · Neal Speight yea · James Link yea · Kristi Small yea · Victoria Ramos yea · Wendell Drye yea · Seena Koohestani yea · Brandon King yea · Ric Cain yea
Adoption of Consent Agenda
11 yea
Jeremy Almond yea · Beth Thomas yea · Kenny Kendall yea · Neal Speight yea · James Link yea · Kristi Small yea · Victoria Ramos yea · Wendell Drye yea · Seena Koohestani yea · Brandon King yea · Ric Cain yea
Mon Nov 3, 2025 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners to consider extending fox trapping season

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss a resolution seeking legislative approval to extend the fox trapping season. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Veterans Operation Green Light Initiative and a budget amendment for a Misenheimer parks grant.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously adopts veterans lighting resolution and extends fox trapping season

The Board approved a resolution supporting Operation Green Light, lighting county buildings green from Nov. 4‑11, with a 7‑0 vote. It also approved a resolution requesting state legislation to extend the fox trapping season to Oct. 1‑Feb. 28, also by a 7‑0 vote. The consent agenda, including minutes and budget items, was approved unanimously, and the meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent.

1000 N 1st St, Albemarle
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Consent Agenda
7 yea
T. Scott Efird yea · Bill Lawhon yea · Paul Michael Barbee yea · Patty Crump yea · Trent Hatley yea · Brandon King yea · Billy Mills yea
Adjourn
7 yea
T. Scott Efird yea · Bill Lawhon yea · Paul Michael Barbee yea · Patty Crump yea · Trent Hatley yea · Brandon King yea · Billy Mills yea
Mon Oct 20, 2025 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Board to vote on a purchase authorization under NC General Statute 14‑234(d1)

The Stanly County Board of Commissioners will consider three scheduled agenda items: a conditional rezoning request for Hydro Road, a resolution to authorize a purchase under NC General Statute 14‑234(d1), and an amendment to the American Rescue Plan grant project ordinance with related budget changes. The meeting also includes a consent agenda for minutes and the Airport North Hangar Site Development, plus public comment and board announcements.

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✓ Decided: Board approves grant project ordinance and water‑line budget adjustments

The Board unanimously approved a resolution authorizing the American Rescue Plan grant project ordinance and made a $4,751 budget shift from the Stony Gap water line extension to the Meadowcreek water line extension. It also approved a $60,000‑or‑less airport mower purchase after recusing Vice Chair King, and adopted the consent agenda. All items were carried by unanimous votes.

1000 N 1st St, Albemarle
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval / Adjustments to the Agenda
7 yea
T. Scott Efird yea · Bill Lawhon yea · Paul Michael Barbee yea · Patty Crump yea · Trent Hatley yea · Brandon King yea · Billy Mills yea
Consent Agenda
7 yea
T. Scott Efird yea · Bill Lawhon yea · Paul Michael Barbee yea · Patty Crump yea · Trent Hatley yea · Brandon King yea · Billy Mills yea
Adjourn [Approve]
14 yea
T. Scott Efird yea · Bill Lawhon yea · Paul Michael Barbee yea · Patty Crump yea · Trent Hatley yea · Brandon King yea · Billy Mills yea · T. Scott Efird yea · Bill Lawhon yea · Paul Michael Barbee yea · Patty Crump yea · Trent Hatley yea · Brandon King yea · Billy Mills yea
Mon Oct 6, 2025 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Board of Commissioners to review Jury Commission appointment and budget amendments

The Board of Commissioners will consider a Jury Commission appointment and a series of budget amendments. These amendments include insurance settlement funds for the Sheriff's Office and EMS, as well as grant funding for EMA and Soil & Water.

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✓ Decided: Board approves consent agenda and reappoints Jury Commission member

The Board approved the adjusted agenda after a motion by Commissioner Efird. Commissioners unanimously reappointed Tate Daniels to the Jury Commission for a two‑year term. The consent agenda, covering multiple finance and budget items, was approved unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

1000 N 1st St, Albemarle
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval / Adjustments to the Agenda
7 yea
T. Scott Efird yea · Bill Lawhon yea · Paul Michael Barbee yea · Patty Crump yea · Trent Hatley yea · Brandon King yea · Billy Mills yea
Consent Agenda [Approve]
7 yea
T. Scott Efird yea · Bill Lawhon yea · Paul Michael Barbee yea · Patty Crump yea · Trent Hatley yea · Brandon King yea · Billy Mills yea
Consent Agenda
7 yea
T. Scott Efird yea · Bill Lawhon yea · Paul Michael Barbee yea · Patty Crump yea · Trent Hatley yea · Brandon King yea · Billy Mills yea
Thu Oct 2, 2025 · 18:00

Consolidated Health and Human Services Board

Board reviews Adult Medicaid and 2025 Community Health Improvement Plan

The Consolidated Health and Human Services Board will hear a presentation on Adult Medicaid and a discussion of the 2025 Community Health Improvement Plan. Updates from the Department of Social Services and the Health Department, including budget performance and activity reports for August 2025, will be presented. The board will also adopt the consent agenda, which includes the September 2025 meeting minutes.

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100 North 1st Street , Albemarle
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Adoption of Agenda
11 yea
Patty Crump yea · Amy Furr yea · Diane Robinson yea · Jeremy Almond yea · Neal Speight yea · Shaun Morgan yea · Victoria Ramos yea · Seena Koohestani yea · Brandon King yea · Tom Norwood yea · Ric Cain yea
Adoption of Consent Agenda
11 yea
Patty Crump yea · Amy Furr yea · Diane Robinson yea · Jeremy Almond yea · Neal Speight yea · Shaun Morgan yea · Victoria Ramos yea · Seena Koohestani yea · Brandon King yea · Tom Norwood yea · Ric Cain yea
Tue Sep 2, 2025 · 20:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners to hold public hearing on NCDOT capital purchase grant

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding the NCDOT FY27 5310 Capital Purchase of Service Grant. The body will also consider budget amendments for the McCoy's Creek Forcemain Replacement and various health and EMS services.

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Thu Aug 14, 2025 · 20:00

Consolidated Health and Human Services Board

Board to approve $1,219.01 bad debt write‑off for FY24‑25

The Consolidated Health and Human Services Board will receive updates on DSS services for May and June 2025, a June 2025 budget performance report, and an activities summary report. The board will adopt a consent agenda that includes approval of the June 5, 2025 meeting minutes, a $1,219.01 bad‑debt write‑off for FY24‑25, and the annual review of the Health & Human Services Handbook. Public comments will follow before adjournment.

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Mon Aug 4, 2025 · 20:00

Board of Commissioners

Board will consider rezoning request CR 25-04 submitted by Daniel Griffin.

The Stanly County Board of Commissioners will discuss several operational items, including an EMS fee schedule update and the Tax Collector's annual settlement for FY 2024-2025. Key agenda items are a rezoning request (CR 25-04) by Daniel Griffin, a demolition under the Minimum Housing Code on Willie Road, and resolutions for the Richfield Sewer Improvements grant. A public hearing on the CDBG Neighborhood Revitalization Grant program and multiple consent‑agenda items such as a land purchase for the West Stanly WWTP will also be addressed.

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Mon Jul 7, 2025 · 20:00

Board of Commissioners

Board will consider a $10,089 health budget amendment for FY 2026

The Stanly County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to hear public comment, appoint members to the Library Board of Trustees and the Centralina Nursing Homes Community Advisory Committee, and discuss the Locust Senior Center Project. The meeting also includes a consent agenda covering routine items such as minutes, monthly financial reports, vehicle tax refunds, and several budget amendments, including a $10,089 health budget amendment. Additional items on the consent agenda are an airport land acquisition fund, an ILS budget amendment, a senior services transportation budget amendment, a supplemental law‑enforcement agreement with the Town of Red Cross, and an HVAC units budget amendment for APS.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $750,000 budget amendment for Locust Senior Center project

The Stanly County Board of Commissioners approved a $750,000 budget amendment to fund the Locust Senior Center construction, moving the money into the FY 25-26 budget. The Board also confirmed three Library Board of Trustees appointments, reappointed four members to the Centralina Nursing Homes Advisory Committee, and adopted the consent agenda items. All actions were approved by unanimous vote.

Thu Jun 5, 2025 · 20:00

Consolidated Health and Human Services Board

Board will review the health department fee schedule and April 2025 budget

The Consolidated Health and Human Services Board will adopt its agenda and discuss an opioid update that requires no action. It will receive a DSS Report of Services for April 2025 and health department updates including a fee schedule, a budget performance report, and an activity report for April 2025. The board will adopt a consent agenda containing an Energy Programs Outreach Plan, meeting minutes, and a review of operating procedures. Public comments will follow before adjournment.

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Mon Jun 2, 2025 · 20:00

Board of Commissioners

Board will consider multiple budget amendments and FY 2025‑26 budget hearing dates.

The Stanly County Board of Commissioners will meet on June 2, 2025. Items include a retirement award presentation, public comment, appointments to the Juvenile Crime Prevention Council and the Stanly Community College Board of Trustees, and a presentation of the FY 26 Aging Funding Plan. The board will set dates for the FY 2025‑26 budget public hearing and workshop. A consent agenda will approve several budget amendments, vehicle tax refunds, and a supplemental law enforcement agreement for Oakboro.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously adopts revised Emergency Operations Plan

The Stanly County Board of Commissioners approved several appointments and funding plans, including the Juvenile Crime Prevention Council members, the FY26 Aging Funding Plan, and the new Emergency Operations Plan. They also adopted the 2025 Cabarrus‑Stanly Union Hazard Mitigation Plan, appointed a Norwood ETJ representative, and selected a trustee for Stanly Community College. The board set the first FY 2025‑26 budget workshop for June 4, 2025, and approved the consent agenda items.

Mon May 12, 2025 · 20:00

Board of Commissioners

Board will consider the FY 2025-2026 recommended county budget

The Stanly County Board of Commissioners will discuss a range of items, including a FY 24-25 audit, appointments to several committees, and two conditional rezoning requests. They will review recommendations for the FY 25-26 opioid settlement fund and dependent care health and dental premium rates. The meeting will also feature the manager's recommended budget for FY 2025-2026 and a consent agenda covering various budget amendments and administrative matters.

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✓ Decided: Board approves conditional rezoning for Mark Padgett’s diesel shop and home

The Board approved a $64,750 audit contract with Thompson, Price, Scott, Adams & Co. by a 7‑0 vote. It appointed William A. Smith to the Centralina Region F Aging Advisory Committee (7‑0) and filled all vacant Economic Development Commission seats unanimously. The Board also appointed Judy Nelms to the Board of Adjustment (7‑0) and approved the conditional rezoning of 0.86 acre at 33048 Old Salisbury Road for a diesel shop and single‑family dwelling (6‑0, one commissioner recused).

Thu May 1, 2025 · 20:00

Consolidated Health and Human Services Board

Board to review FY2025-26 Health and DSS budget proposal

The Consolidated Health and Human Services Board will discuss the budget proposal for the Health Department and Department of Social Services for FY2025-26. The meeting includes a review of the fee schedule and service reports from March 2025.

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Mon Apr 21, 2025 · 20:00

Board of Commissioners

Conditional rezoning request (CR 25-01) presented by Planning Director

The Stanly County Board of Commissioners will discuss a conditional rezoning request submitted by Kyle Speight. The meeting also includes financing for a 911/EOC/EM facility, a resolution opposing House Bill 765, and several budget amendments. Additional items are a senior services nutrition caterer bid, a project update for Restore Badin Lake, and public comment.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $8.5 million loan to fund new 911/EOC/EM facility

The Stanly County Board approved Uwharrie Bank as the lender for the 911/EOC/EM facility, authorizing an $8.5 million loan and related resolutions with a 5‑0 vote. The Board also approved the Sonya Efird Service of Excellence award, selected Golden Corral as the senior‑services catering provider, granted a conditional rezoning for a wild‑game processing facility, and adopted a resolution opposing House Bill 765, each by unanimous vote.

Mon Apr 7, 2025 · 20:00

Board of Commissioners

Board considers subdivision ordinance amendment and campground rezoning

The Stanly County Board of Commissioners will discuss several proclamations, appoint members to the Board of Adjustment, and consider two zoning items. Item ZA 25-01 proposes an amendment to the county subdivision ordinance. Item ZA 25-02 is a rezoning request for the Cotton Patch Campground to Rural Recreational use. The board will also review finance items including vehicle tax refunds and a budget amendment for temporary staffing.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approves subdivision ordinance changes and campground rezoning

The Stanly County Board of Commissioners approved its agenda and adopted two proclamations. It appointed Kevin May, Jr. to the Board of Adjustment, amended the Subdivision Ordinance (ZA 25-01), and rezoned part of the Cotton Patch Campground (ZA 25-02). The Board also confirmed two Centralina Workforce Development Board appointments and approved the consent agenda.

Thu Apr 3, 2025 · 20:00

Consolidated Health and Human Services Board

Board will present the 2024 Community Health Assessment and discuss an August meeting.

The Consolidated Health and Human Services Board will hold its regular meeting on April 3, 2025 at 6:00 PM. The agenda includes presenting the 2024 Community Health Assessment. The board will discuss changing the date of the August meeting. Additional items are employee awards, updates from the Department of Social Services and Health Department, and adoption of a consent agenda.

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Mon Mar 17, 2025 · 20:00

Board of Commissioners

Board to discuss sewer plan, 911 facility, and utility budget amendments

The Stanly County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss a 2025 Sewer Master Plan, authorize the use of State Revolving Fund dollars for a new sewer analysis, and review a 911 facility update. The agenda includes a consent agenda for minutes, vehicle tax refunds, and a fireworks display, along with appointments for health services and the airport authority.

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Thu Mar 6, 2025 · 20:00

Consolidated Health and Human Services Board

Board to review child care wait list plan and health services reports

The Consolidated Health and Human Services Board will discuss an expiring board member term and conduct annual training. The board is scheduled to approve an updated Subsidized Child Care Wait List Plan and review January 2025 reports for the Health Department and Department of Social Services.

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Mon Mar 3, 2025 · 20:00

Board of Commissioners

Board to consider selling surplus vehicles to fire districts

The Stanly County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss the sale or conveyance of surplus vehicles to fire districts. The board will also review a consent agenda containing financial reports and budget amendments.

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Mon Feb 17, 2025 · 20:00

Board of Commissioners

Board will consider budget amendment for 911/EOC/EM facility site development

The Stanly County Board of Commissioners will discuss several agenda items, including a proclamation for FBLA Collegiate Week, applications for the Voluntary Agricultural District Program, and multiple utilities budget amendments. They will also review the 2025 revaluation presentation and a consent agenda covering minutes, tax refunds, and vehicle sale. The meeting concludes with a recess until the planning retreat on February 21.

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Thu Feb 6, 2025 · 20:00

Consolidated Health and Human Services Board

Board will adopt the meeting agenda and consent agenda items

The Consolidated Health and Human Services Board will adopt the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which includes approving minutes from the January 25, 2025 meeting. Board members will receive a DSS Report of Services for December 2024 and Health Department updates, including an activities summary and a budget performance report through December 2024. Public comments will be heard before adjournment.

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Mon Feb 3, 2025 · 20:00

Board of Commissioners

Sheriff's Office lease agreement with the Town of Red Cross

The Stanly County Board of Commissioners will review and act on several items, including a courthouse lease renewal, a lease agreement for the sheriff's office, and a utilities grant resolution. They will also receive reports on delinquent taxes and workforce development appointments. Public comment is scheduled before the consent agenda items are approved.

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Tue Jan 21, 2025 · 20:00

Board of Commissioners

Board to discuss opioid funding and zoning legislation

The Stanly County Board of Commissioners will hear a presentation from the Christian Recovery Center and consider a supplemental opioid settlement funding request. The board will also vote on a resolution opposing down zoning provisions of SB 382.

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Mon Jan 6, 2025 · 20:00

Board of Commissioners

Board to discuss FY 2025-2026 budget calendar and 911 facility grant funds

The Stanly County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss the upcoming budget calendar and a strategic planning retreat. The board will also review a consultant contract for NC 911 Board facility grant funds and an updated internet policy. A closed session is scheduled to discuss a real estate transaction and a personnel issue.

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Thu Jan 2, 2025 · 20:00

Consolidated Health and Human Services Board

Board to elect officers and discuss 2024 health priorities

The Consolidated Health and Human Services Board will convene to nominate a chairperson and vice chairperson, review DSS and Health Department reports from October and November 2024, and adopt meeting minutes and a new subsidized child care assistance waitlist policy.

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