The board conducted a budget retreat to address FY27 planning, including discussions on navigating federal and state revenue losses, enhancing legislative advocacy through lobbyist frameworks, and reviewing compensation competitiveness for county staff. Key technology initiatives were evaluated, including the implementation of an Enterprise Resource Planning system and a multi-year IT infrastructure replacement strategy, specifically focusing on sheriff's office body-worn cameras. The board passed a resolution regarding sustainability and clean energy, authorized funding for the Women and Children Residential Recovery Project, and formally designated the parks system as an active system to align with the adopted Master Plan. Additionally, the commissioners discussed capital improvement plans for facility optimization, coordinated strategies for homeless service delivery, and approved the program design for a Low-Income Homeowners Assistance Program.
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Board of County Commissioners of Guilford County Regular Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners held a regular meeting covering several agenda items. Key topics included proclamations for Social Worker Appreciation Month and Community Champions Week, and the adoption of a resolution supporting the Piedmont Triad Regional Water Authority's Master Planning Study. The Board authorized the procurement of technology equipment for Health and Human Services, approved a contract for a substance use disorder program, and adopted a Title VI plan for transportation services. Additionally, adjustments were made to the Juvenile Crime Prevention Council funding plan, fleet purchase amendments were approved to enhance vehicle fleet resilience, and various appointments were finalized for the Fire District Commission and the Juvenile Crime Prevention Council.
Oct 16, 2025·Board meeting
Board of County Commissioners of Guilford County Work Session
The board meeting focused on the adoption of the Parks Master Plan, which included detailed discussions on park system objectives, the differentiation between passive and active parks, maintenance priorities, staffing requirements, and long-term capital expansion strategies to meet community needs. Furthermore, the board authorized the placement of a historical monument honoring Dolley Madison at the Old County Courthouse. An agenda item concerning contracts for an integrated data system and case management software was deferred to a future meeting.
Aug 27, 2025·Board meeting
Guilford County Homelessness Taskforce Planning Meeting Minutes
The taskforce discussed the impacts of shifting federal funding, including the loss of federal support and the necessity for local jurisdictions to seek revenue increases or scale back services. The meeting covered updates on the 2026 federal budget proposals, changes to grant agreement requirements including the removal of the Housing First Model, and the projected local funding gaps for food and nutrition services. Additionally, the CoC presented updates on the strategic planning process, highlighting priority areas such as governance, partnerships, and fundraising, and reviewed goals for system performance and community collaboration to address homelessness.
