Watauga County

The regular meeting covered several key operational and financial matters. Public comment addressed roadway safety improvements, support for a communications tower, and concerns regarding an ongoing lawsuit. Updates were provided on the Northern Peaks State Trail progress and the AppalCART FY2026 ROAP grant application, which included a recommended funding reallocation. The Board received an overview of the new RISE Caldwell-Watauga work-based learning program. Key actions included approving the submission of an NC Department of Military and Veterans Affairs Grant application for Veterans Services and addressing the ongoing foster care placement challenges. In Emergency Services matters, the Board awarded the bid for the Powder Horn Tower, approved the purchase of 13 ZOLL cardiac monitors, and approved the purchase of six communications consoles for the new center; a decision on a new ambulance purchase was deferred. The meeting also included the presentation of the September 2025 Tax Monthly Collections Report and approval of the September 2025 Refunds and Releases Report. Furthermore, the Board discussed vetting procedures for volunteer board applications and approved renewal contracts for employee dental and life insurance.

The agenda for the meeting includes several key items such as the Sheriff's Office Out-of-State Travel Request for detective training, a request by Hospitality House to apply for funding through the CDBG Small Cities Catalyst Program, and a bid award request for Aquatic Center repairs. Other critical topics include Fire Marshal/Emergency Management matters, specifically the proposed resolution adopting the 2010 Hazard Mitigation Plan and a proposed Memorandum of Understanding for a VIPER Tower Grant. Tax matters such as monthly collections, refunds/releases, and the tax lien report are scheduled. Miscellaneous administrative items involve an update on the Mediation and Restorative Justice Center's grant application, the proposed job description for the Emergency Services Director, and Board/Commission recommendations. The meeting concludes with time reserved for public comment and a scheduled closed session for attorney/client matters.

The agenda for the meeting included a call to order, approval of previous minutes from August 19, 2025, and the approval of the current agenda. Key discussion topics involved public comment, an update on The Homeplace Recovery Housing Program, the BRWIA High Country Food Hub generator installation request (requiring County Manager signature for a permit), and a request for the replacement of the Courthouse security camera system. Sheriff's Office matters covered purchase requests for Axon Taser 7 devices and Axon Body-Worn Cameras. Miscellaneous administrative matters included discussion on a Round 3 Cashflow Loan Agreement for Disaster Response, Ambulance Purchases, and Boards and Commissions appointments. The meeting concluded with a Closed Session to discuss attorney-client, land acquisition, and personnel matters, followed by possible action on the Purdue Opioid Direct Settlement Participation Form.

The tentative agenda for the meeting on September 17, 2013, includes discussions on the Intergovernmental Retreat process, Sheriff's Office matters such as out-of-state travel and vehicle bids, and a request from Green Valley Community Park, Inc., regarding Tourism Development Authority grants. The agenda also features several public hearings on topics including naming a library meeting room after Ms. Evelyn Johnson, proposed amendments to various county ordinances (Signs, Zoning, Wireless Communications Towers, etc.), and the Board's intent to purchase property for a potential business park. Other administrative matters include tax reports, budget amendments, and board/commission appointments.

The agenda for the upcoming meeting includes a call to order, approval of minutes from the March 18, 2014, regular and closed sessions, and approval of the April 1, 2014, agenda. Key discussion items are a Cooperative Extension Staffing Request concerning increased hours for a temporary horticulture agent, a Proposed Construction Contract for the Middle Fork Greenway project, review of Budget Amendments, and Miscellaneous Administrative Matters. The latter includes discussions on proposed amendments to the Town of Boone's Unified Development Ordinance, a Proposed Proclamation Establishing Community Pride Week, and the 347 Oak Street Property Sale. The session also reserves time for Public Comment and a Closed Session to discuss Attorney/Client Matters and Land Acquisition.