May 11, 2026Board meeting
Board of Commissioners Board of Commissioners Meeting
The board meeting included the graduation of the inaugural Citizens Academy cohort and the recognition of various county employees for their years of service. Several departments were acknowledged for receiving safety awards from the North Carolina Department of Labor for maintaining low injury rates. Additionally, a staff member received a communication excellence award for writing. The meeting concluded with a detailed presentation on the revenue-neutral tax rate, clarifying the statutory requirements for the calculation process and addressing concerns regarding how budget figures are determined.