04-07-2025 Agenda Packet BOCPERSON COUNTY
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
MEETING AGENDA
304 South Morgan Street, Room 215
Roxboro, NC 27573-5245
336-597-1720
Fax 336-599-1609
April 7, 2025
6:00 p.m.
This meeting will convene in Room 215 of the County Office Building.
1. CALL TO ORDER......................................................................... Chairman Puryear
2. INVOCATION
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. DISCUSSION/ADJUSTMENT/APPROVAL OF AGENDA
5. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Addition of Smith Taylor Trl to be added to the Database
of Roadway Names for E-911 Dispatching.................................... Sallie Vaughan
6. INFORMAL COMMENTS
The Person County Board of Commissioners established a 10-minute segment which
is open for informal comments and/or questions from citizens of this county on issues,
other than those issues for which a public hearing has been scheduled. The time will
be divided equally among those wishing to comment. It is requested that any person
who wishes to address the Board, register with the Clerk to the Board prior to the
meeting.
7. DISCUSSION/ADJUSTMENT/APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
A. March 17, 2025 Minutes
B. Budget Amendment #18
C. Person Industries Record Destruction
D. Piedmont Electric Request for Right-of-Way Agreement
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8. NEW BUSINESS
A. Person County State of the County Health Report 2024............ Janet Clayton,
Richard Johnson
B. Child Fatality Prevention Team Annual Report......................... Janet Clayton
C. FY 2026-2030 Recommended Capital Improvement
Plan (CIP)....................................................................................Katherine Cathey,
Tracy Clayton
9. CHAIRMAN’S REPORT
10. MANAGER’S REPORT
11. COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS/COMMENTS
12. CLOSED SESSION
A. Closed Session #1 per General Statute 143-318.11(a)(5) to establish, or to instruct
the public body's staff or negotiating agents concerning the position to be taken by
or on behalf of the public body in negotiating (i) the price and other material
terms of a contract or proposed contract for the acquisition of real property by
purchase, option, exchange, or lease; or (ii) the amount of compensation and other
material terms of an employment contract or proposed employment contract with
the following individuals permitted to attend: County Manager Katherine Cathey,
Clerk to the Board Michele Solomon, County Attorney T.C. Morphis, Jr, and
Economic Development Director Brandy Lynch.
B. Closed Session #2 per General Statute 143-318.11(a)(3) for attorney-client
privilege to discuss matters related to the lawsuit Person County v. Reaves,
Person County v. Yarboro, pending opioid litigation and other legal matters with
the following individuals permitted to attend: County Manager Katherine Cathey,
Clerk to the Board Michele Solomon, County Attorney T.C. Morphis, Jr., and
Health Director Janet Clayton.
Note: All Items on the Agenda are for Discussion and Action as deemed appropriate by
the Board.
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AGENDA ABSTRACT
Meeting Date:
April 7, 2025
Agenda Title:
Addition of Smith Taylor Trl to be added to the Database of Roadway Names for E-911
Dispatching
Summary of Information:
The owners of two parcels of land along an access easement are adding additional dwellings.
The driveway will then serve four houses which invokes the “Ordinance Regulating Addresses
and Road Naming in Person County” and requires that the driveway be named.
Two existing properties with homes are located along the private driveway with two homes in
the permitting process. Additionally, the private driveway crosses a fifth piece of property that
has no dwellings. In accordance with Article IV, Section 402 H of the “Ordinance Regulating
Addresses and Road Naming in Person County,” any driveway serving 3 or more addressable
structures must be named. Addresses for the two existing homes will change and property
owners and residents have been informed of that requirement.
North Carolina
General Statute
153A-239.1(A)
requires a public
hearing be held on
the matter and public
notice be provided at
least 10 days prior in
the newspaper. The
required public notice
was published in the
March 27th edition of
the Roxboro Courier-
Times. A sign
advertising the public
hearing was placed at
the proposed
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roadway location on the same date.
Smith Taylor Trl was chosen by the property owners that responded within the prescribed
timeframe. This road name is compliant with all naming regulations in the Ordinance.
Financial Impact:
None
Recommended Action:
Approve the recommended roadway name.
Submitted By:
Sallie Vaughn, GIS Director
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The Person County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing at 6pm on April 7,
2025 in room 215 of the Person County Office Building at 304 S Morgan St, Roxboro, North
Carolina to hear the following:
Request by the Person County Address Coordinator to add Smith Taylor Trl to the database of
roadway names used for E-911 dispatching. The proposed private roadway will be located off
Saint Paul Church Rd in Allensville. Article IV, Section 402 H of the Ordinance Regulating
Address and Road Naming in Person County requires any private roadway serving three or
more homes to be officially named.
Citizens will have an opportunity to speak regarding the above request.
Specific information about the request can be obtained from the Person County GIS
Department, 325 S Morgan St, Suite D.
Sallie Vaughn
GIS Director
Please bill to:
Person County GIS
325 S Morgan St, Ste D
Roxboro, NC 27573
336-597-7431
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PERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS March 17, 2025
MEMBERS PRESENT OTHERS PRESENT
Kyle Puryear Katherine M. Cathey, County Manager
Jason Thomas Michele Solomon, Clerk to the Board
Sherry Wilborn Al Andrews, County Attorney
Antoinetta Royster
Tracy Ellixson-ABSENT
The Board of Commissioners for the County of Person, North Carolina, met in
Regular session on Monday, March 17, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.in the Commissioners’
Boardroom 215 in the Person County Office Building located at 304 S. Morgan Street,
Roxboro, NC.
Chairman Puryear called the meeting to order and recognized a quorum was present.
Vice-Chairman Thomas offered an invocation, and Commissioner Royster led the group in
the Pledge of Allegiance.
DISCUSSION/ADJUSTMENT/APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
A motion was made by Commissioner Wilborn and carried 4-0 to approve the
agenda with the removal of Items B and E from the Consent Agenda and to place both items
on the agenda after Item 8D.
RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION FOR COUNTY RETIREE
Chairman Puryear read and presented a Resolution of Appreciation for County
Retiree Deputy Sheriff Charlie Oakley, recognizing his twenty-one years of service to
Person County.
A motion was made by Commissioner Wilborn and carried 4-0 to approve a
Resolution of Appreciation for County Retiree, Deputy Sheriff Charlie Oakley.
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INFORMAL COMMENTS:
The following individuals appeared before the Board to make informal comments:
Janna Kisner of 200 Semora Road, Roxboro stated that she is the Chair of the
Person County Friends of the Park. She stated that she is here on behalf of Friends of the
Park and on behalf of herself personally, to offer full public support of the Rail Trail
Multimodal Feasibility Study. She stated that the Friends of the Park are grateful for the
Commissioners’ support of the Roxboro Rotary Centennial Park and that they are working
hard to have an opening soon. She stated that even through the winter, Friends of the Park
and community volunteers continued to show up for volunteer workdays. She stated that
this new park will be a huge step to filling the void of public hiking, biking and trail
opportunities in our County. She stated that last year at the Personality Festival, the
Friends of the Park heard widespread public interest, support, and enthusiasm for the
opening of the new park, as well as for expansion of recreational opportunities. She stated
that it was an honor to serve on the City Pedestrian Plan Steering Committee in
collaboration with NC DOT and the County, at the well-attended public hearing held at
the Kirby last spring. She stated that there was a lot of enthusiastic public support as the
community viewed the maps for walking, running, and bicycling. She stated that the Rail
Trail is a very much-needed investment for the health and well-being of our citizens as
well as the economic development of Person County. She asked the Board to provide their
full support.
DISCUSSION/ADJUSTMENT/APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA:
A motion was made by Commissioner Royster and carried 4-0 to approve the
Consent Agenda with the following items:
A. March 3, 2025 Minutes
B. Budget Amendment #16
C. Budget Amendment #17
D. Person Area Transportation System (PATS) Title VI Program Plan
E. Reimbursement Agreement for Expenses Related to the Closure of Country Club
Road
F. Chamber of Commerce Lease
NEW BUSINESS:
MULTIMODAL TRAIL FEASIBILITY STUDY
Arts, Parks and Recreation Director John Hill introduced Matt Hayes, Vice-
President and East Regional Director of Alta Planning and Design, who presented the
following:
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Hill stated that in July 2022, the North Carolina Department of Transportation
(NCDOT) was allocated $2M in one-time funding from the North Carolina General
Assembly to establish a Paved Trails Feasibility Study Program. He stated that the
Integrated Mobility Division was awarded $500K in State Planning and Research funds to
support sidewalks and shared-use path feasibility studies. He stated that the purpose of this
Paved Trails and Sidewalk Feasibility Studies Grant Program is to improve the pipeline of
bicycle and pedestrian projects accessing state and federal funding, resulting in successful
implementation of projects led by communities prioritizing multimodal infrastructure. He
stated that this grant program was administered by the Kerr-Tar Regional Council of
Governments (COG) for the NCDOT on behalf of local governments, and a local match
was not required. He stated that the study was completed by Alta Planning and Design. He
stated that the study was completed last August and has been approved by the Person
County Recreation Advisory Board. He stated that according to the study, 8.7 miles of the
trail would be along the inactive Norfolk Southern rail corridor. He stated that closer to
Roxboro there is still active rail, therefore the trail would take a different route, following
other public right of ways. He stated that the project would be completed in two phases,
the first starting at the Durham County line, and would be 10.6 miles. The second phase
would start at the intersection of 501 and Patterson Drive, and head north for 6.1 miles
into Uptown Roxboro. He stated that it would be his preference to start in the middle of
the two phases, at the PCC CHATT Building, located on Crown Boulevard and go north
to Patterson Drive. He stated that the proposed trail has been planned for over two
decades, well before his time. Hayes stated that the trail is years away from being
completed. He stated that there are a lot of steps that need to happen. He stated that
hopefully phase one would happen within the next ten years, and securing funding would
be key. He stated that having the study would allow the County to receive grant funds.
Hill stated that The Conservation Fund is in negotiations with Norfolk Southern to
purchase inactive rail sections and is expected to come to an agreement this fall. He stated
that the County’s maintenance of the rail sections could be built into the department’s
existing route and additional staff to maintain the trail may be requested in the future.
Commissioner Wilborn stated that she read the study and it was amazing and very
comprehensive. She stated that a private meeting was held in Timberlake where land and
business owners expressed concerns. She stated that citizens of Durham County had
recently vocally opposed the project. She stated that U.S. Flue Cured Tobacco
representatives had concerns about the proximity of the trail to their facility. Hill stated
that sections of the trail could be modified to meet business and landowner concerns,
however, these negotiations would not happen until the County decides to move forward
with building a section. Hayes stated that there would need to be conversations with the
adjacent property owners, to discuss safety, liability, and personal concerns. He stated that
when you have bicyclists, pedestrians, and families, these are not the people who litter and
commit violent crimes. He stated that these people are really respectful of the landscape in
general.
A motion was made by Commissioner Royster and carried 3-1 to adopt the
Multimodal Trail Feasibility Study. Commissioner Wilborn voted in opposition.
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REQUEST FOR FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATION FOR THE DETENTION
CENTER
Person County Chief Deputy Mark Massey presented the following:
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Massey stated that jails and prisons must provide adequate medical care to
inmates. He stated that the Sheriff’s Education and Training Standards Division of the NC
Department of Justice requires inmates to receive adequate medical attention, including
mental health, dental care, and emergency treatment. He stated that county detention
centers are required to provide medical care to inmates, to include, routine medical
services, access to emergency care and treatment for chronic conditions. He stated that the
State of NC provides medical care to inmates who are held serving sentences, and the pre-
trial detainees are the responsibility of the Sheriff’s Office. He stated that the jail is seeing
an increasing number of inmates with mental health, drug dependency, and chronic
conditions. He stated to address the rising medical costs; the Sheriff’s Office implemented
a policy last August to enroll all incoming inmates in insurance through the Affordable
Care Act. He stated that the Sheriff’s Office works with Health Plan Freedom to verify
insurance eligibility and to enroll the inmates. He stated that approximately 98% of
inmates qualify for insurance through the Affordable Care Act. He stated that eligible
inmates receive insurance cards, which are stored on a shared drive and provided to
medical providers when an inmate receives care. He stated that the impact of this change
is yet to be seen, although the Sheriff’s Office is anticipating significant savings. Person
County Sheriff Jason Wilborn stated that over the next five years, the change could be a
savings in excess of $1.5M.
Commissioner Royster stated that this topic came up in her conversations with NC
Legislative Representatives while she was in Washington, D.C., and that the Legislators
are discussing expanding Medicaid for inmates. She stated that if an inmate receives
Medicaid and is arrested, their benefits stop. Sheriff Wilborn stated that once they are
released, they would need to re-enroll in Medicaid and many do not. He stated that he is
hearing similar stories statewide from other sheriffs. He stated that there are concerns on
how sheriff’s office facilities have turned into mental health institutions because of the
shutdown of John Umstead and Dorothea Dix. He stated that these inmates are left in the
sheriff’s custody, and they are a lot of them that they are housing that do not need to be in
jail with their mental health issues.
A motion was made by Commissioner Wilborn and carried 4-0 to allocate
$995,857.96 from fund balance to cover projected costs through June 30, 2025.
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STRATEGIC PLAN QUARTERLY REPORT AND FY26 UPDATE
County Manager Katherine Cathey stated that on February 20, 2024, the Board of
Commissioners adopted the FY25-27 Strategic Plan which includes vision and mission
statements, organizational values and five strategic focus areas with associated goals and
strategies. She stated that the goals provide a two- to four-year view of priorities, and the
accompanying strategies describe specific tasks, outputs and/or outcomes intended to be
accomplished over the next one to two fiscal years. She stated that the FY25 budget
process incorporated the strategic plan. She stated that this plan will be a guiding
document for county elected officials, staff, and volunteers. She stated that the quarterly
report for the timeframe of July 1-December 31, 2024, included in the agenda packet,
informs the board and the public on progress made towards achieving the goals of the
strategic plan. She provided highlights of the objectives that have been completed in the
second quarter, to include, the purchase of the Human Services Building and the CHATT
Building for Piedmont Community College. She stated in addition, the Runway
Strengthening Project at the airport is completed. She stated that the FY24 audit was
submitted prior to the deadline, GIS worked with the City of Roxboro to complete a lead
and copper survey, and that DSS hired two Staff Development Specialists and began
internal training for Medicaid staff within the department. Commissioner Wilborn stated
that she appreciated the detailed responses. She had questions related to the Western
Sewer Project, the Opioid Settlement Fund, and the Volunteer Training. Cathey advised
that related to the Volunteer Training, that it has not been completed, and that the County
did do the liaison training. She stated that there is approximately $4M in the Opioid
Settlement Fund. She advised related to the Sewer Project that she would get the numbers
for the Board. Chairman Puryear had questions related to entering into an agreement with
PCC for the CHATT Building. Cathey advised that was completed in January.
Cathey asked if there was any feedback or suggestions to the vision and mission
statements, organizational values and the five strategic focus areas and goals.
Commissioner Royster stated that she would like to see the wording changed from
“community- friendly” to “community-centered”. Cathey read the suggested re-wording.
Royster stated after hearing it, she is fine with how it reads and stated that it did not need
to be changed to “community-centered’.
No action was taken by the Board on this matter.
APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS AND COMMITTEES
Clerk to the Board Michele Solomon presented to the Board interested citizen
applications for consideration for appointment to boards and committees and requested the
Board to nominate for appointment as deemed appropriate.
A motion was made by Commissioner Wilborn and carried 4-0 to appoint David
White to the Board of Adjustment for a 3-year term.
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A motion was made by Commissioner Wilborn and carried 4-0 to appoint Sammy
Clayton to the Local Emergency Planning Committee as a local environmental group
representative.
A motion was made by Commissioner Wilborn and carried 4-0 to appoint Brandi
Neumann to the Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee.
A motion was made by Commissioner Wilborn and carried 4-0 to appoint Charles
Derrick Sims to the Work Force Development Board for a 2-year term as a
business/industry representative.
BUDGET AMENDMENT #16
Commissioner Wilborn had questions related to Budget Amendment #16 and
asked Chief Financial Officer Tracy Clayton for more detail and clarification, specifically
on Fund 10 and 41. Clayton stated that Fund 10 and 41 are the same thing, the zero just
gets cut off. She stated that Fund 41 is the Capital Investment Fund, and where the County
houses the money for the larger projects in the County. She stated that in years past, the
County has adopted the Capital Investment Plan (CIP) and opened and closed new and old
projects at the same time. She stated that with the magnitude of the number of projects the
County is doing right now, a budget amendment was passed in July 2024 to open all the
new projects, which is approximately $6M, and this is closing the projects that have been
completed as of June 30, 2024. She stated that the transfers are basically the County’s
mechanism for funding the projects they had to open.
A motion was made by Commissioner Wilborn and carried 4-0 to approve
Budget Amendment #16.
REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT FOR EXPENSES RELATED TO THE
CLOSURE OF COUNTRY CLUB ROAD
Commissioner Wilborn had questions related to the Reimbursement Agreement for
expenses related to the closure of Country Club Road and asked Economic Development
Director Brandy Lynch for clarification on the terms and the remedy if it goes beyond a
year and exceeds $200K. Lynch stated that the monthly cost is going to remain the same
for the whole year. She stated that it is expected that Microsoft will have their final road
closure plan within a year, and if they do not, then the County will have to go back and
negotiate another agreement with them. She advised that the monthly charges are
$18,623.16.
A motion was made by Commissioner Wilborn and carried 4-0 to approve the
Reimbursement Agreement for the expenses related to the closure of Country Club Road.
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CHAIRMAN’S REPORT
Chairman Puryear stated that he attended a Farm Bureau local board of directors
meeting last week. He stated that they covered many topics in the County and that he
appreciated the invite.
MANAGER’S REPORT
County Manager Katherine Cathey introduced interim Planning Director Margaret
Hauth and stated that Hauth has been working with the County for about a month on a
part-time basis. She stated that Hauth is a retired Planning Director with over thirty years
of experience. She stated that the County is very happy to have her. She stated that the
County is getting ready to open recruitment again for a full-time Planning Director. She
stated that the library will be closed from March 21- March 28, 2025 to install an
enclosure and relocate the NC Collection from the Community Room onto the floor of the
library. She stated that during this time, the library would be offering curbside pickup to
the public. She stated that members of the public are welcome to call the library directly to
reserve materials or they could go online and reserve those through the Cardinal system.
COMMISSIONER REPORTS/COMMENTS
Vice-Chairman Thomas stated that he attended the Veterans meeting last Tuesday
night. He stated that The Wall That Heals was one of the topics discussed. He stated that
April 29, 2025, the day the Wall comes to Roxboro, 501 will be shut down starting at 1:00
p.m., from Northern High School in Durham to Morehead Street in Roxboro. He advised
all to plan accordingly. He stated that he had the privilege to speak at the Civics Academy
and it was a great turnout.
Commissioner Wilborn stated that the NC Association of County Commissioners
(NCACC) had two steering committee meetings last week. She stated one was for General
Government, and the highlight was about the regional planning, working together as a
region for water, sewer, and land use planning. She stated the other was Tax and Finance.
She stated that she & the County Manager met with the field representative for Senator
Tillis last week. She stated that some items discussed were, continuing to support the
federal programs that we need and benefit from in Person County. She asked for an update
on the Planning Department, as she knows there was no Planning Board meeting in
February and March. She asked what the turn-around time is from the time an application
is submitted. County Manager Katherine Cathey advised that there are a few pending large
projects and that staff, with the assistance of Hauth and Kerr-Tar COG, they are moving
through applications in a more timely manner. Wilborn asked about the tax appeals
process and the peer review. Cathey advised that they are working through the informal
appeals process right now and that she has submitted a letter to the NCACC for the peer
review. She stated that the next step would be to schedule a meeting to outline the steps.
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Wilborn congratulated Larry Cole, owner of the Furniture Mart, as he was named
Main Street Champion at the NC Main Street Conference last week.
Commissioner Royster stated that she attended the Roxboro Area Chamber of
Commerce Meeting, and that there will be a ribbon cutting at Twine and Teak on March
20, 2025. She stated that she attended a Board of Health meeting and that Bonnie Holt had
indicated that they have received an influx of calls pertaining to the tax reappraisal process
as the property owner would need to provide proof that the property is not buildable. She
stated that the Health Department is offering Express Clinic Services related to STD’s.
She stated that she attended a JCPC meeting and she discussed the programs through
Roots and Wings, to include the Teen Court Summit, which will occur the first weekend
of April in Greensboro. She stated that the VAYA meeting was rescheduled for May. She
stated that she was excited to attend the Civics Academy this past Thursday. She stated
that the Food Bank of Central and Eastern NC served 777 individuals in Timberlake this
past Thursday morning. She stated that they will be holding another event on April 10,
2025. She stated that she represented Person County at the NACo conference, and while
she was there, she met with legislatures and representatives from NC, to include
Congressman Brad Knott, Senator Thom Tillis, and Senator Ted Budd. She stated that she
shared the needs and goals of Person County. She stated that when she met with them,
they had positive things to say about Person County.
Commissioner Wilborn advised Chairman Puryear that she has a conflict with two
of her commissioner-assigned boards, the Extension Advisory Committee and the
UNRBA as they meet on the same day and overlap. She asked if any other Commissioner
would like to trade. Commissioner Royster stated that she would be the commissioner
representative for the Extension Advisory Committee.
A motion was made by Vice-Chairman Thomas and carried 4-0 to enter into
Closed Sessions at 11:03 a.m.
CLOSED SESSION #1
A motion to enter into Closed Session #1 General Statute 143-318.11(a)(4) for the purpose of
discussion of matters relating to the location or expansion of industries or other businesses in the
county (economic development) with the following individuals permitted to attend:
County Manager Katherine Cathey, Clerk to the Board Michele Solomon, County
Attorney Al Andrews, and Economic Development Director Brandy Lynch.
CLOSED SESSION #2
A motion to enter into Closed Session #2 per General Statute 143-318(a)(3) for the purpose
to consult with the county attorney in order to preserve the attorney-client privilege with
the following individuals permitted to attend: County Manager Katherine Cathey, Clerk
to the Board Michele Solomon, and County Attorney Al Andrews.
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Chairman Puryear called the closed sessions to order at 11:07 a.m.
A motion was made by Commissioner Wilborn and carried 4-0 to return to open
session at 11:42 a.m.
A motion was made by Commissioner Wilborn and carried 4-0 for Person County
to relinquish its Right of First Offer for the property located at 211 Webb Street Roxboro,
NC, and grant the County Manager the authority to discuss the matter with the County
Attorney in negotiations with the opposing parties to present a document to execute the
release that will be signed by the Chairman of the Board of Commissioners.
ADJOURNMENT:
A motion was made by Vice-Chairman Thomas and carried 4-0 to adjourn the
meeting at 11:44 a.m.
____________________________ ______________________________
Michele Solomon Kyle Puryear
Clerk to the Board Chairman
(Draft Board minutes are subject to Board approval).
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Dept./Acct No.Department Name Amount
Incr / (Decr)
EXPENDITURES General Fund
Public Safety (31,322)
Transportation 20,000
Human Services (150,000)
Culture and Recreation 1,875
REVENUES General Fund
Other Revenues 20,303
Transfer from Other Funds (249,750)
Fund Balance Appropriation 70,000
EXPENDITURES Capital Improvement Project Fund
County Project (129,305)
School Project (150,000)
REVENUES Capital Improvement Project Fund
Other Revenues (279,305)
EXPENDITURES Opioid Settlement Fund
Reserve for Future Expenditures (150,000)
MIH Program-EMS 99,750
MIH Program-School Nurse 150,000
Transfer to Other Funds (99,750)
Explanation:
Account Number Account Description
$Revenues
incr. (decr.)
(cr.) dr.
$Expenditures
incr. (decr.)
dr. (cr.)
100-389890 GF Misc Revs: Insurance Proceeds 4,476
1004310-435300 Sheriff: Maint & Repair/Vehicles 4,476
100-389890 GF Misc Revs: Insurance Proceeds 3,161
1004310-435300 Sheriff: Maint & Repair/Vehicles 3,161
100-389890 GF Misc Revs: Insurance Proceeds 5,300
1004310-435300 Sheriff: Maint & Repair/Vehicles 5,300
100-389890 GF Misc Revs: Insurance Proceeds 5,491
1004310-435300 Sheriff: Maint & Repair/Vehicles 5,491
BUDGET AMENDMENT #18
Recognizing insurance claims for vehicle damages in the Sheriff's Office ($18,428) and wind damage at the Sportsplex
($1,875); appropriating Fund Balance in the Fleet Maintenance Fund to transfer to the General Fund ($20,000) in support
of the County's matching funds for PATS van purchases ($20,000); appropriating LEC-Restricted Fund Balance for SRT
equipment purchases ($50,000); closing CIP projects, including the PCOB Parking Lot Paving (-$129,305) and the
Schools' Communication Radios project (-$150,000), that were completed as of June 30, 2024; and relocating opioid-
related program expenditures from the General Fund (-$249,750) to the Opioid Fund.
BUDGET ADJUSTMENT DETAIL
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100-389890 GF Misc Revs: Insurance Proceeds 1,875
1006123-435100 Sportsplex-Maint & Repair/Bldg & Grounds 1,875
10590-399991 Fleet Fund: FBA 20,000
1059820-400010 Fleet Fund: Transfer to GF 20,000
10070-390105 GF: Transfer from Fleet Fund 20,000
1004521-454000 PATS Admin: Cap Out Vehicles 20,000
17090-399991 LEC Restr Fund: FBA 50,000
1704311-429030 LEC Restr Fund: Fed Seiz/Forf-Spec Supp/Serv 50,000
4104260-561600 CIP: Re-pave PCOB Parking Lots (129,305)
4105911-571500 CIP: Comm Radios-All Schools (150,000)
41020-381000 CIP: Uncommitted Funds (279,305)
1004370-428750 EMS: MIH Program (99,750)
1205110-428750 Public Health: MIH Program (150,000)
10070-398046 GF: Transfer from Opioid Fund (99,750)
12070-398046 Health: Transfer from Opioid Fund (150,000)
4609821-401010 Opioid Fund: Transfer to General Fund (99,750)
4604293-549842 Opioid Fund: MIH Program-EMS 99,750
4604293-549844 Opioid Fund: MIH Program-School Nurse 150,000
4604293-559850 Opioid Fund: Reserve for Future Projects (150,000)
Totals (418,752) (418,752)
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AGENDA ABSTRACT
Meeting Date:
April 7, 2025
Agenda Title:
Person Industries Record Destruction
Summary of Information:
Person Industries must obtain permission from the Board of Commissioners for destruction of
records over 11 years old. Shredding of files will occur at Person Industries for 2011 client
archive files.
Financial Impact:
n/a
Recommended Action:
Approve record destruction.
Submitted By:
Amanda Doss, Person Industries Director
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AGENDA ABSTRACT
Meeting Date:
April 7, 2025
Agenda Title:
Piedmont Electric Request for Right-of-Way Agreement
Summary of Information:
Piedmont Electric is requesting a Right-of-Way Agreement across County property at the old
landfill on Cedar Grove Church Road. A subdivision is being developed directly across Cedar
Grove Church Road from the old landfill driveway. Piedmont is requesting that they be able
to secure electric power from the existing power pole to the right of the landfill driveway, on
County property, if you are turning in (denoted by X on the GIS attachment). They plan to run
the power line overhead from that pole to a new power pole to be installed across the road on
the subdivision property (also denoted by X on the GIS attachment).
Financial Impact:
None
Recommended Action:
Approve the request and authorize the chairman to execute the agreement.
Submitted By:
Ray Foushee, General Services Director
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RIGHT-OF-WAY AGREEMENT
Return to: PIEDMONT ELECTRIC MEMBERSHIP CORPORATION
P.O. DRAWER 1179 HILLSBOROUGH, NC 27278
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
COUNT Y OF PERSON
PREPARED BY: DANNY HORNER
JOB NAME: ADAMS SUBDIVISON
JOB NO: 9601377
THIS INDENTURE, MADE AND ENTERED INTO THIS. _________ DAY OF ____ , 20. ___ , BY AND
BETWEEN PERSON COUNTY
Hereafter called grantor {whether one or more). and Piedmont Electric Membership Corporation, hereafter called grantee:
Witnesseth: that grantor, tor a good and valuable consideration, the receipt of which is hereby acknowledged,
does grant and convey unto grantee, its successors and assigns the perpetual right to enter upon lands of
grantor and erect, construct, reconstruct, operate, patrol, replace, maintain, relocate, add to, modi fy, remove,
and use poles, underground and overhead wires, lines, cables, foundations, footings, fixtures, and other
apparatus and applications for the purposes of transmitting and/or distributing electric power and for commu
nication lines of the grantee or any lessee thereof, and the right to keep clear of trees, shrubbery and other
obstacles located within 15 feet on either side of the center of the line as constructed (the "ease
ment area") and to remove any trees and other obstacles located outside of the easement area which may be
deemed by grantee to be a potential interference or danger to the operation and maintenance of said line or
system or which may be judged by the grantee to impair public safety by virtue of its proximity to said line or
system; and to license, permit, or otherwise agree to the joint use or occupancy of the line or system by any
other person, association or corporation for electrification or communication purposes, with the understanding
that all facilities installed on grantor's land at grantee expense, shall remain the property of grantee, removal
at the option of grantee. The land of the grantor over which said rights and easement are granted is a part of
the property described as follows: THE COOPERATIVE SHALL HAVE THE RIGHT TO INSTALL GUY WIRES AND ANCHORS OUTSIDE
OF THE RIGHT-OF-WAY WHEN THE COOPERATIVE DETERMINES THAT IT IS NECESSARY.
ALLOW PIEDMONT ELECTRIC TO RUN OVERHEAD PRIMARY FROM EXISTING POLE ON PROPERTY LINE ACROSS CEDAR GROVE CHURCH
ROAD FROM PARCEi NO A71 46 AND A71 44 IQ SERVE POWER TO 8 LOTS ACROSS THE ROAD
ROXBORO Township, PERSON County, State of North Carolina.
The undersigned covenant that they are the owners of the above described lands and that the said lands are free
and clear of encumbrances and liens of whatsoever character, with the right to convey the said rights and easements
and will warrant and defend the title to these rights against the lawful claims of all persons whomsoever. In witness
whereof, this instrument is executed on the date first above written, signed, sealed, and delivered in the presence of:
___________ {SEAL)
___________ (SEAL)
___________ (SEAL)
___________ {SEAL)
State of North Carolina Co unty of : __________________________ _
I, ____________________ , a notary public for said county and state, do hereby certify
that, ____________ , personally appeared before me this day and acknowledged the due execution
of the foregoing easement for the purposes therein expressed. Witness my hand and official seal this the __ day-
of __________ , 20 ____ _
My commission expires: ____________ Notary Public: ________________ _
SEAL:
North Carolina ______________ County
The foregoing certificate of _______________________________ is/are certified to be correct.
This instrument and this certificate are duly registered at the date and time in the book and page shown on the first page thereof.
By: _____________ _
PEMC #1
2/17
Register of Deeds
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AGENDA ABSTRACT
Meeting Date:
April 7, 2025
Agenda Title:
Person County State of the County Health Report 2024
Summary of Information:
Local health departments are required to complete a Community Health Assessment (CHA)
every four years. In the interim years between the CHAs, local health departments submit a
State of the County Health (SOTCH) report. This is an abridged report that provides updates
on progress made towards addressing health priorities, changes in morbidity and mortality data
since the CHA, information on emerging issues, and details on any new/paused/discontinued
initiatives.
Financial Impact:
N/A
Recommended Action:
Receive as information.
Submitted By:
Richard H. Johnson, Ph.D., Public Health Educator
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S 2024 Person County SOTCH Report
Why Is This Important?
The state of North Carolina along with the North Carolina Local Health Department Accreditation Program requires local health
departments to conduct a comprehensive Community Health Assessment (CHA) every 3-4 years. The most recent Person
County Community Health Assessment was conducted in 2022 and submitted to the State in March/April 2023. Through this
process, overweight/obesity and substance abuse were identified as health priorities. Within six months of the completion of the
CHA, a workgroup, consisting of community leaders, providers, and partners, collaborated to develop Community Health
Improvement Plans (CHIPs) for each of the two identified health priorities. In September 2023, CHIPs were submitted to the
State through the web-based Clear Impact Scorecard. The CHIPs follow the Results-Based Accountability framework. Results-
Based Accountability is a disciplined way of thinking and taking action used by communities to improve the lives of children,
families, and the community as a whole. It is also a framework used by agencies to improve the performance of their programs.
In the interim years between CHAs, local health departments are responsible for submitting a State of the County Health
(SOTCH) Report. This is an abridged report that provides updates on progress made towards addressing health priorities,
changes in morbidity and mortality data since the CHA, information on emerging issues, and details on any
new/paused/discontinued initiatives. SOTCH Reports are also submitted to the State electronically through the Clear Impact
Scorecard. Due to this submission requirement and format change from years past, the SOTCH will appear different to
stakeholders, community partners, and the general public. Call Person County Health Department at (336) 597-2204 with
questions about this report, to learn about local public health services, or to get involved with addressing priority areas.
The next section of the 2024 SOTCH Report provides information about progress made on CHIPs.
Progress on CHIPs
Person County priorities are addressed in the CHIPs. Click on the links below for progress made in 2024. Note: For anyone
viewing this report outside the realms of the Scorecard, information about the programs/activities below is provided through
attachments.
For the priority area Overweight/Obesity, see progress tabs for each program below.
Diabetes Prevention Program
Med-South Lifestyle Program
Healthy Eating/Physical Activity/Weight Management Resource Guide
For the priority area Substance Abuse, see progress tabs for each program below.
CATCH My Breath
Faith Community Education Initiative
Opioid Settlement Initiative
(References in the Attachments: P - Programs; PM - Performance Measures; A - Activities; ST - Strategies; CO - Coalitions. These are based on the Results-Based Accountability
framework.)
Morbidity and Mortality Changes Since Last CHA
The most significant changes in Person County's morbidity data since the CHA is as follows:
Person County's teen pregnancy rate for females ages 15-19 declined from 2020 (25.8) to 2022 (24.3). However, it remained
above the comparable state rate (21.8).
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The prevalence of diagnosed obesity in adults ages 20+ in Person County increased from 22.3% in 2019 to 24.6% in 2021.
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) are the most common communicable diseases in Person County. The percentage of
STIs accounting for communicable diseases decreased from 2021 (92%) to 2024 (87%). Chlamydia remained the most
prevalent STI, followed by gonorrhea.
Person County's incidence rate for chlamydia decreased from 2020 (601) to 2023 (558.6) and was under the state rate (616).
The county's incidence rate for gonorrhea increased from 2020 (173) to 2023 (246.3) and was barely under the state rate
(246.6).
The most significant changes in Person County's mortality data since the CHA is as follows:
COVID-19 went from being the 15th leading cause of death in 2016-2020 to the 5th leading cause of death in 2018-2022.
Person County's infant mortality rate in 2018-2022 was considered unstable due to less than 20 cases; therefore, not
reported. This was definitely a step in the right direction as the 2016-2020 rate was 9.5, reflecting 20 infant deaths.
Although there was a slight decrease in the percentage of Person County residents dispensed opioid pills from 2021 (13.4) to
2023 (12.2), there was a significant increase in the percentage of overdose deaths due to illicit opioids from 2020 (63.6) to
2023 (70.6). Person County's percentage of overdose deaths due to illicit opioids is under that of the State (78.1).
Other notable mortality data for Person County includes the 10 leading causes of death for 2018-2022:
1.Diseases of the heart (1)
2.Cancer (2)
3.All other unintentional injuries (3)
4.Chronic lower respiratory diseases (4)
5.COVID-19 (15)
6.Stroke (5)
7.Diabetes (6)
8.Alzheimer's disease (7)
9.Septicemia (9)
10.Kidney Disease (8)
NOTES: Bold - Person County's rate exceeds the comparable state rate. (#) - Ranking cited in the CHA for 2016-2020.
Definitions:
All other unintentional injuries - includes deaths without purposeful intent due to poisoning, falls, burns, choking, animal
bites, drowning, and occupational and recreational injuries.
Chronic lower respiratory diseases - chronic disease of the airways and other structures of the lung; some of the most
common are asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, occupational lung diseases, and pulmonary hypertension.
Incidence - population-based rate at which new cases of a disease occur and are diagnosed.
Kidney disease - includes a composite set of kidney disorders like nephritis, nephrotic syndrome, and nephrosis.
Morbidity - refers generally to the current presence of injury, sickness, or disease in the living population.
Mortality - death, especially on a larger scale.
Prevalence - refers to the number of existing cases of a disease or health condition in a population at a defined point in time
or during a period of time.
Septicemia - or sepsis - clinical name for blood poisoning by bacteria.
Data Sources:
NC Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS), NC State Center for Health Statistics - Statistics and Reports/Vital
Statistics, NC Reported Pregnancies; 2022 and 2024 County Health Data Books
County-Level Data: Risk Factors for Diabetes: Obesity. Centers for Disease Control National Diabetes Surveillance System
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NC Electronic Disease Surveillance System
NCDHSS, Department of Public Health - NC Overdose Epidemic Data: 2022 & 2024 Co. Health Data Books
Emerging Issues Since Last CHA
In 2024, there was one identified animal rabies case. Person County Health Department staff worked closely with Person County
Animal Services as well as state consultants to follow program guidelines during the investigation process.
Person County experienced an increase in latent TB cases from 2020 to 2024, after an extensive amount of time with no cases.
There were no cases in 2020. In 2021, there were two cases, and in both 2022 and 2023 there were three cases. In 2024, there
were eight cases. Person County Health Department followed local and state protocols to ensure that individuals were offered
and/or received the care that was appropriate to their case.
Data Source: Person County Health Department Communicable Disease Program
New/Paused/Discontinued Initiatives Since Last CHA
New Initiatives in 2024
Person County Health Department (PCHD) started providing urine gonorrhea and chlamydia testing for both male and
female clients.
PCHD provided on-site flu clinics at most county schools for school personnel and their dependents.
Piedmont Community College and PCHD have resumed providing a public health rotation for nursing students. Students
observe nursing, lab, and provider practices throughout client visits.
NC Cooperative Extension partnered with PCHD to pilot the Med South Lifestyle Program. Details provided in the Progress
on CHIPs section.
Person County Schools, specifically Northern Middle School, collaborated with PCHD to pilot the CATCH My Breath Youth
Vaping Prevention Program. Details provided in the Progress on CHIPs section.
PCHD entered into an agreement with Orange County Health Department to participate in the Thriving Hearts Initiative. The
goal of this initiative is to implement a multi-level intervention to cultivate conditions for mothers to not only survive
pregnancy, but to thrive. Participation by local health departments will be in phases. PCHD's involvement is not scheduled to
start until 2026.
A Substance Use Education Specialist (SUES) was onboarded through Person County Schools. The SUES began servicing
students and making referrals shortly after the start of the new school year. This position was made possible by opioid
settlement funding.
Data Sources:
Person County Health Department Personal Health Programs; Health Education
North Carolina Cooperative Extension - Person County Center
Person County Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee
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P Diabetes Prevention Program
What We Do
The Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) is a series of sessions over the course of a year. Trained Lifestyle Coaches work with
participants to optimize behavior change, to help them work towards a goal of 5-7% weight loss and a goal of 150 minutes of
physical activity a week. Coaches use strategies that focus on self-monitoring of diet and physical activity, building social
support for maintaining lifestyle changes, etc. The local DPP is a collaborative effort of Person County Health Department and
NC Cooperative Extension.
Who We Serve
Individuals ages 18+, with a BMI of 25 or higher, who are prediabetic (determined by a blood test or risk test), or who had
gestational diabetes may be eligible for the DPP.
How We Impact
Lifestyle changes in DPP participants often result in weight loss, increased physical activity, increased mindfulness about
behaviors, reduced AIC levels, etc.
Progress in 2023
See the 2023 Person County SOTCH Report for progress in 2023. Go to www.personcountync.gov (to find the Health
Department's page and this report).
Progress in 2024
In May 2024, the DPP's seventh cohort concluded with 11 participants. The eighth cohort started in July with nine participants
and will end in June 2025. Efforts to recruit participants for the eighth cohort included a Community Screening Event (offering
free A1C testing, BMI measurements, a diabetes risk test, and testimonials from former participants), Facebook postings,
newspaper ads, radio ads, church bulletin inserts, and information sessions.
Measures Most
Recent
Period
Current
Actual
Value
Current
Target
Value
Current
Trend
Baseline %
Change
How much % of participants who started DPP that completed it 2024 100 3 14%
PM
2023 88 2 0%
2022 80
1 -9%
2021 0
2 -100%
2020 70
1 -20%
2019 91
1 3%
2018 88 0 0%
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Better off % of participants completing DPP who met or exceeded their 5-7%
weight loss goal 2024 55 1 67%
PM
2023 63
1 91%
2022 63
1 91%
2021 0 1 -100%
2020 71 2 115%
2019 50 1 52%
2018 33 0 0%
Better off % of participants completing DPP who qualified for the program with
an A1C reading who reduced their A1C 2024 33 1 0%
PM
2023 50 1 52%
2022 33 0 0%
Better off
% of participants completing DPP who reported 150 minutes or more
of moderate physical activity at least 50% of the weeks when activity
is reported 2024 55 2 -18%
PM
2023 63 1 -6%
2022 75
1 12%
2021 0
1 -100%
2020 100
2 49%
2019 90
1 34%
2018 67 0 0%
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P Med-South Lifestyle Program
What We Do
The Med-South Lifestyle Program (MSLP) is the culmination of lifestyle interventions developed and tested by researchers at the
UNC Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention. This program can be implemented in a clinical or community setting.
The MSLP is delivered in four monthly, individual or group sessions that last between 45-60 minutes. Each session includes a
brief dietary assessment, background information, and goal-setting guidance. Sessions incorporate behavioral approaches
targeting motivation, self-regulation, problem-solving, and self-monitoring skills to address challenges to making changes in
eating habits and physical activity behaviors.
Who We Serve
The MSLP is for use in public health and clinical practice settings so, that it reaches people of color, rural residents, and
medically underserved populations.
How We Impact
The MSLP works towards participant outcomes that may include: an increase in fruit and vegetable intake, a reduction in the
consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages, an increase in the intake of nuts, and an increase in moderate-intensity physical
activity.
Progress in 2023
The MSLP will not be implemented until 2024.
Progress in 2024
The MSLP was piloted in 2024. It was a collaborative effort of the NC Cooperative Extension (Person County Center) and Person
County Health Department. Fourteen people initially registered for the program, while 12 actually completed it. Performance
measure data is based on participants completing the program.
Measures Most
Recent
Period
Current
Actual
Value
Current
Target
Value
Current
Trend
Baseline %
Change
How much # of participants in the Med South Lifestyle Program 2024 12
0 0%PM
Better off % of participants increasing their consumption of fruits and
vegetables 2024 58
0 0%PM
Better off % of participants reducing their consumption of sugar-sweetened
beverages 2024 67
0 0%PM
Better off % of participants increasing their consumption of nuts 2024 58
0 0%PM
Better off % of participants increasing moderate-intensity physical activity 2024 58
0 0%PM
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A Healthy Eating/Physical Activity/Weight Management Resource Guide
Description
The Move to a Healthier Weight in Person resource guide provides a non-exhaustive list of Person County resources that can
help Personians achieve and maintain a healthy weight. Resources highlighted focus on healthy eating, physical activity, and
weight loss/management.
Progress in 2023
The Move to a Healthier Weight in Person resource guide was in the production phase in late 2023.
Progress in 2024
Healthy Personians' Chronic Disease Action Team produced the Move to a Healthier Weight in Person resource guide for
distribution at community events, various programs, etc. In 2024, 804 guides were distributed and/or made available at public
sites. Partners distributing the guide included Person County Health Department, Cooperative Extension, Person County
Recreation, Arts and Parks, Person County Senior Center, and Person Memorial Hospital. This publication can also be found on
the Health Department's website.
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P CATCH My Breath
What We Do
CATCH My Breath is a youth vaping prevention program led by trained facilitators. Facilitators lead participants in four, 30
minute sessions. The sessions utilize social emotional learning, peer-facilitated cooperative learning groups, large group
discussions, analysis of mass media, and goal setting.
Who We Serve
CATCH My Breath targets middle and high school students. The program will be piloted first in Person County middle schools.
How We Impact
CATCH My Breath's peer-led teaching approach empowers students with the knowledge and skills needed to make informed
decisions about e-cigarettes and to resist social pressures to vape.
Progress in 2023
The anticipated initiation date for the CATCH My Breath vaping prevention program in Northern Middle School is March 2024.
Progress in 2024
In March of 2024, CATCH My Breath was piloted in Northern Middle School. The program was delivered to 60 sixth-grade
students. The data collected from this program's evaluation was used as the baseline. Person County Health Department's
(PCHD) Public Health Educator presented Person County Schools Nursing Supervisor and school administration with the results
from the program's evaluation. PCHD received approval from Person County's Board of Education to implement the program
with both Northern Middle School and Southern Middle School in the spring of 2025.
Measures Most
Recent
Period
Current
Actual
Value
Current
Target
Value
Current
Trend
Baseline %
Change
How much # of students participating in the program 2024 60
0 0%PM
Better off % of students completing the program indicating that they are/will
remain vape free 2024 82
0 0%PM
Better off % of students completing the program indicating awareness about
the harmful consequences of vaping 2024 77
0 0%PM
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ST Faith Community Education Initiative
What We Do
The Faith Community Education Initiative (FCEI), a collaborative effort of the Substance Use Disorder Subcommittee (SUDS),
provides educational material and resources that address substance use disorder and mental health. This initiative hosts
informational sessions and provides literature.
Who We Serve
The FCEI provides services to Person County faith-based organizations.
How We Impact
The FCEI aims to impact those served by providing them with information that may increase their knowledge of substance use
disorders and mental health concerns, as well as local resources to which they can refer others. The impact can be felt
countywide as more residents are getting assistance with substance use disorders and mental health concerns.
Progress in 2023
In August 2023, SUDS began planning to implement the FCEI in March of 2024.
Progress in 2024
In March 2024, SUDS hosted a resource event for Person County pastors. This event focused on identifying resources where
Personians could find help with mental health and substance abuse issues. There were 13 pastors in attendance. A post event
survey was conducted, and it was determined that the participants wanted more of these learning activities.
In response to the March 2024 event, SUDS hosted a second event in October 2024 for Person County pastors and community
organizations. The event was an in-person suicide prevention training. There were 14 attendees who received Question,
Persuade, and Refer (QPR) Training and were awarded a QPR Gatekeeper Certificate indicating that all the requirements of the
QPR Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Program were met. This certificate is valid for one year and is proof of two contact hours of
continuing education credit. Certificate holders have received training on how to persuade individuals to seek help when having
suicidal thoughts. There were seven attendees who received 988 Suicide Prevention flyers and brochures and agreed to display
them in a visible location in their facilities. Four of the participants who took 988 Suicide Prevention materials were pastors, one
participant represented a community college, and one represented a group that mentors fathers. SUDS will plan for more
events in 2025.
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CO Opioid Settlement Initiative
What We Do
Person County received a share of settlement funds derived from national lawsuits brought by state and local governments
across the US against opioid manufacturers, marketers, distributors, and retailers. The Person County Opioid Settlement
Advisory Committee (OSAC) was created to review needs in Person County and provide spending recommendations, in line with
spending options provided in the NC Memorandum of Agreement. The committee's overall goal is to implement evidence-
based programs and practices to reduce the negative impacts of opioid use. Two spending strategies were recommended by
the OSAC and approved by the Person County Board of County Commissioners. The first strategy is a Post Overdose Response
Team, which will provide resources and access to care to individuals who have experienced a non-fatal overdose. The second
strategy is Early Intervention. Person County Schools personnel will be working to identify and intervene for Person County
children and youth in need.
Who We Serve
The Post Overdose Response Team will aim to serve persons who have experienced non-fatal drug overdoses.
Children and adolescents who are struggling with problematic use of drugs or mental health conditions or at-risk for
problematic use of drugs or mental health conditions are the target audiences for the Early Intervention strategy.
How We Impact
The intention of the Post Overdose Response Team is to connect persons who have non-fatal drug overdoses to addiction
treatment, recovery support, harm reduction services, primary healthcare, or other services or supports they need to improve
their health or well-being.
The Early Intervention strategy will support identification and intervention for target audiences. Training programs will be
offered targeting parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services
professionals, or others in contact with potential target audiences.
Progress in 2023
In 2023, the OSAC expanded its membership and became more robust. An annual meeting was held in the spring to present
plans to date and to gather input from the community. The OSAC conducted a community survey to assess how funds should
be spent and what they should support. There were 177 responses to the survey.
Progress in 2024
The Person County Board of County Commissioners approved spending funds to support a Post Overdose Response Team and
an Early Intervention strategy. Funding for the Post Overdose Response Team will support initial start up costs, recurring
operating costs, recurring personnel costs, and an additional contingency fund. Funds will be managed by Person County's
Emergency Management Department. Funds designated for the Early Intervention strategy will support salary/benefits for a
position, additional materials, trainings, external referrals, and other related costs to advance qualifying activities and services.
Personnel will be hired through Person County Schools. Funds will be managed by Person County Health Department.
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In quarter four of FY 2024, a Substance Use Education Specialist (SUES) was onboarded through Person County Schools. The
SUES began servicing students and making referrals shortly after the start of the new school year.
An annual meeting was held in the spring. The approved spending plan was presented and progress from FY 2024 was
reviewed.
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AGENDA ABSTRACT
Meeting Date:
April 7, 2025
Agenda Title:
Annual Child Fatality Prevention Team Report - 2024
Summary of Information:
North Carolina General Statutes require each county to have a Child Fatality Prevention Team
(CFPT) which reviews the records of all cases of child fatalities that are not a result of
suspected abuse or neglect. Each year, the CFPT provides an annual report of the case review
findings and recommendations. The 2024 report is attached.
Financial Impact:
None
Recommended Action:
Receive as information
Submitted By:
Janet Clayton, Health Director
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AGENDA ABSTRACT
Meeting Date:
April 7, 2025
Agenda Title:
FY 2026-2030 Recommended Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
Summary of Information:
The CIP is a planning tool for implementing large capital projects. The CIP includes projects
costing $50,000 or greater for Person County Government, Piedmont Community College, and
Person County Schools. We also plan for capital needs for the Person County Museum of
History and the Person County Senior Center, as they are county-owned facilities.
This document paves the way for the FY26 Recommended Budget as it will provide an
estimate of funding needed for capital projects and anticipates the impacts on operating costs
as well. These capital projects span the next five fiscal years with the upcoming fiscal year
(FY26) being the only year where a funding commitment is needed from the board.
The CIP is presented as information only at this meeting. Staff proposes adoption of the CIP at
the April 21, 2025 Board of Commissioners meeting.
Financial Impact:
None
Recommended Action:
Receive the Recommended CIP and provide feedback.
Submitted By:
Katherine M. Cathey, County Manager and Tracy Clayton, Chief Financial Officer
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Person County, North Carolina Person County
Capital Improvement Plan
FY 2026-2030
Recommended
Katherine Cathey, County Manager Tracy Clayton, Chief Financial Officer
April 7, 2025
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Person County, North Carolina
Capital Improvement Plan
Table of Contents
Manager’s Letter to the Board of Commissioners ............................................ 1-2
Objectives and Procedures for the CIP .................................................................3
Criteria for Project Priority .....................................................................................4
Completed and Ongoing Projects ..................................................................... 5-7
Recommended and Not Recommended Projects ........................................... 8-13
Funding Schedule ......................................................................................... 14-17
Graph-Revenue Sources ..................................................................................... 18
Graph-Projects by Function ................................................................................. 19
Graph-Projects by Type ...................................................................................... 20
Person County’s Debt Service ...................................................................... 21-24
Future Debt Service Payments ........................................................................... 25
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PERSON COUNTY
OFFICE OF THE COUNTY MANAGER
304 South Morgan Street, Room 212
Roxboro, NC 27573-5245
336-597-1720
Fax 336-599-1609
April 7, 2025
Dear Person County Board of Commissioners,
I am pleased to present Person County’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-2030 Recommended Capital Improvement Plan (CIP).
The CIP is an important planning tool for our county, reflecting the Board of Commissioners’ priorities for large
capital projects costing more than $50,000. In addition to Person County Government, this plan also incorporates
the needs of our partner agencies, including Person County Schools (PCS) and Piedmont Community College (PCC),
given that counties are statutorily responsible for the provision of educational facilities. We also include capital
needs for two outside agencies for which the County owns the buildings, the Person County Museum of History and
the Person County Senior Center.
The development of this plan considers many factors including the current economic and fiscal climate, logistical
and financial constraints, as well as competing demands and priorities for County funds. The most critical capital
needs are those that address life-safety issues. Once those needs are identified, we work towards a balance of
needs and priorities. This plan identifies the anticipated funding sources needed to meet these priorities. Although
the projects in this plan span the next five years, the fiscal impacts extend far beyond. Projects that are financed
incur debt service payments typically over a 15- to 20-year period. Therefore, the full array of funding sources
needed to support the projects as well as potential impacts to future operating budgets are also presented. The
Board of Commissioners reviews the five-year CIP every year, but only funds the projects on an annual fiscal year
basis.
For the previous fiscal year (FY25), the Board of Commissioners appropriated $2,311,206 from the General Fund,
$2,600,000 from CIP fund balance, $81,000 from the N.C. 911 Board, limited obligation bonds (LOBs) in the amount
of $21,000,000, and funding from other revenue sources to fund the CIP. American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds
were used for recreation, arts and parks projects that improve safety and accessibility in the amount of $1,130,000,
and PCC contributed $1,835,000 towards the purchase of the Carolina Pride Carwash Building (to house PCC’s
Center for Health, Advanced Technology & Trades (CHATT)).
FY26 CIP requests total $17,997,688. Over the five-year plan, all requests total $168,969,444. The needs are great,
but with limited funding options, it is necessary to exclude and/or delay some projects. Proposed projects that are
not included in the recommended CIP due to limited funding options and competing priorities are CHATT
Renovations ($10,000,000) and Fence Repair & Replacement ($60,000).
The recommended FY26 CIP funding amount is $14,114,688. Like current year spending, next year’s funding sources
are diversified. The General Fund contribution is proposed at $2,493,090; CIP fund balance contributes $217,688
and the Community Development Projects Fund contributes $90,000. Three projects totaling $592,000 are
contingent upon receiving grants funds. In FY26, the County will issue $10,215,000 in limited obligation bonds
(LOBs) to finance accessibility, safety and security improvements at five elementary schools. Education projects
account for $10,252,522 or 82.2% of the FY26 Recommended CIP.
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County projects include body cameras for the Sheriff’s Office ($60,000), design, programming and grant assistance
for a new Emergency Services Building ($430,200), pickleball courts ($90,000), a mattress and tire shredder
($1,060,910, contingent upon receipt of grant funding) and various other initiatives. The FY26 CIP includes $735,500
for IT systems projects, HVAC water pipe insulation and door locking security upgrades for PCC and $10,864,024 for
various PCS projects, including accessibility, safety and security improvements and heat pumps and floor tile
replacements.
An important element of this CIP is the debt service analysis and the tables and graph showing the future debt
service levels for Person County Government. The County’s total outstanding debt at June 30, 2025 will be $28.0M.
The County, working in partnership with Person County Schools, is planning to issue new debt, totaling $10.3M in
FY26.
Please keep in mind that this Capital Improvement Plan is just that – a plan – and while a great deal of effort and
analysis have gone into this, it offers a starting point for annual comparisons, fiscal changes, unforeseen needs, and
a place where public discussion can begin. The CIP will continue to be reviewed throughout the year, presenting any
recommended changes to the Board for consideration. This review is critical as new information about our capital
needs, our fiscal health, financing tools, and existing project scheduling arises.
Person County Government takes great care and pride in being fiscally responsible. This CIP demonstrates our
commitment to provide not only sustainable infrastructure but improvements and enhancements to our
community and quality of life. County staff looks forward to working with the Board of Commissioners and our
community partners as we implement the FY 2026-2030 CIP.
Sincerely,
Katherine M. Cathey
County Manager
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Objectives of a CIP:
•Create a plan to organize long term capital needs in a manner to promote
discussion regarding priority, feasibility, timing, potential costs, financing options
and future budgetary effect.
•Limit projects to those costing $50,000 and over in the plan.
•Present an overview of requests submitted by Person County departments,
Piedmont Community College and Public Schools.
•Facilitate the exchange of information and coordination between the County, the
community college and the schools on capital planning.
Steps in developing a CIP:
•Determine capital needs for all departments and certain County-funded agencies.
•Review priorities and assess proposed capital projects in relationship to these
priorities.
•Make recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners on a project’s
timing, priority and possible financing options.
Categories of projects:
Person County Government
Piedmont Community College
Public Schools
•Each project includes a description, a timeline for construction and operating
costs, and the current status.
•Also included are graphs that summarize revenue sources, projects by function,
projects by type, and outstanding debt.
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Criteria in determining project status:
Safety
•Is public health or safety a critical factor with regard to this project?
•What are the consequences if not approved?
Mandate
•Is the project required by legal mandates?
•Is the project needed to bring the County into compliance with any laws or
regulations?
Timing and Linkages
•What is the relationship to other projects, either ongoing or requested?
•Does the project relate to a County-adopted plan or policy?
Economic Impact
•Will this project promote economic development or otherwise raise the standard
of living for our citizens?
Efficiencies
•Will this project increase productivity or service quality, or respond to a demand
for service?
•Are there any project alternatives?
Service Impact
•Will this project provide a critical service or improve the quality of life for our
citizens?
•How will this project improve services to citizens and other service clients?
•How would delays in starting the project affect County services?
Operating Budget Impact
•What is the possibility of cost escalation over time?
•Will this project reduce annual operating costs in some manner?
•What would be the impact upon the annual operating budget and future operating
budgets?
Debt Management
•What types of funding sources are available?
•How reliable is the funding source recommended for the project?
•How would any proposed debt impact the County’s debt capacity?
•Does the timing of the proposed construction correspond to the availability of
funding?
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Completed Projects
Person County Government:
•Permitting Software ($272,735)
•Human Resources Software-NeoGov ($64,542)
•New Roof-Old Helena gym ($217,911)
•Lucas CPR Compression Devices ($52,900)
•New Roof-Old Helena (EMS/Sheriff) ($243,921)
•HVAC Upgrades-Senior Center ($55,575)
•New Roof-EMS- ($210,022)
•Re-pave PCOB Parking Lots ($104,064)
•Fiber Project-Project Management ($316,480)
•P&R-ADA access safe surface ($148,574)
•P&R-ADA parking areas ($62,827)
•P&R-Athletic field light/poles ($59,495)
•Refurbish Water Tank-Airport ($91,793)
•Upfit PCOB Auditorium to BOC room ($121,813)
•Demolish Water Tower-Old Helena School ($65,000)
•Railroad Trails Project Match ($480,000)
Piedmont Community College:
•New Roof-Bldg L& C Covered Walkways ($312,203)
Public Schools
•New Roof Oak Lane ($1,050,636)
•South Elementary-Metal Roof Replacement ($17,653)
•Comm Radios-All Schools ($111,752)
•Install Cameras-All schools ($180,000)
•Woodland Elementary-Repaint Canopies ($29,817)
•New Roof-North End Elementary ($121,351)
Ongoing Projects
Person County Government:
New Roof-Inspection/Planning Building ($315,361) – Will be bidding project out in
Spring 2024; construction anticipated to be complete by Fall 2024.
EMS Station North ($85,000) – Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) has been drafted
with Triple Springs VFD for building use. Some initial concept drawings have been
rendered, but no County funds have been expended to date.
Emergency Services Radio Upgrade ($180,000) – About 75% of the communication
radios have been upgraded. This project also involves the installation of radio-activated
alerting systems at EMS Stations 1 and 2. This portion of the project is still in the
specification and bidding phase. Anticipated completion date is unknown.
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Convert Picnic Shelters to Cabins ($63,300) – Contracts have been signed and
construction to begin soon with an anticipated completion date of June 2025.
Outdoor Multi-Purpose Courts ($63,000) – Project is near completion-waiting on the
courts to be painted. Completion is expected before June 2025.
Playground and Park Improvements ($104,546) – Project is pending completion after
final repairs are done to playground equipment at Helena and Bethel Hill.
Kirby Rebirth Project-Rooftop Event Space ($48,396) – Project is in the engineering
phase and is expected to start construction soon with a completion date of June 2025.
Kirby ADA Accessible Restrooms ($220,000)- Project is in the engineering phase
and is expected to start construction soon with a completion date of June 2025.
Kirby ADA Accessible Elevator ($350,000) - Project is in the engineering phase and
is expected to start construction soon. Completion date is unknown at this time.
Hucks Sansbury ADA Accessible Playground ($150,000)- Expecting the delivery of
playground equipment soon and project is expected to be complete by June 2025.
ADA Accessible Playground Updates ($150,000)- Project completion is expected
before June 2025
2024 LOBs-Local Contingency ($309,168) Local set-aside contingency funds that
were approved to support the PI/MRF Merger. This project is under construction, and
will be expensed with bond proceeds until exhausted. It is unknown at this time if local
contingency funds will be needed to complete this project.
Piedmont Community College:
BDEC Entry ($60,000) – Project is underway and is expected to be complete by the
end of June 2025.
General Education Building Design ($300,000) – Architectural and design services
are complete.
Chiller Room Upgrades ($500,000) – Project design is complete and in the bid
process. Project is expected to be complete in the Winter 2025-2026.
Science Lab Renovations ($400,000) – Project is currently in process and will be
completed in Fall 2025.
Room Upfits B, C, G Buildings ($157,500) – Construction in progress. Anticipated
completion by Fall 2025.
Repair HVAC Roof Waterlines ($90,000) – Project is underway and will be completed
Winter of 2025-2026.
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Public Schools:
2023 LOBs-Local Contingency ($740,000) – Local set-aside contingency funds that
were approved to support the PHS Improvements Project funded with bond proceeds in
November 2023. This project is in the early stages of construction, and will be
expensed with bond proceeds until exhausted. It is unknown at this time if local
contingency funds will be needed to complete this project.
Asbestos and Lead Abatement ($100,000) – Project to address lead in water,
asbestos and lead-based paint inspections. The project is in process and expected to
be completed in August 2025.
Helena/Stories Creek W/H Pumps (300,000)- Currently in the process of replacing
water source heat pumps and is expected to be completed in the Summer 2025.
SMS-Rooftop HVAC Units ( $100,000)- Project is currently seeking bids and does not
have an anticipated completion date.
All Schools-Replace Water Fountains ($97,000) – All water fountains in all school
need replacing and is expected to begin in the Spring 2025 and completed in the
Summer 2025.
NMS, Woodland & PHS- Intercoms ($60,000)- Replace intercoms in Northern Middle
School due to outdated equipment and will begin in Summer 2025.
Helena-Replace Floor Tiles ($70,000)- Replace worn, loose floor tile to minimize
tripping hazards. Project is currently seeking bids.
NMS Rooftop HVAC ($50,000) Rooftop Unit at Northern Middle School has reached
the end of its lifecycle. The project contract has been approved and is schedule to begin
in April 2025.
North Elementary Chiller ($331,901) – This project was originally approved in the CIP
for FY22 and budgeted at $150K. However, the quotes came in much higher by the
time the project was ready to proceed. Applied funds that were available in other
completed projects in order to proceed. Construction will begin in April 2025.
Earl Bradsher-Fire Alarm System ($180,000) – Installation of system is complete.
Pending inspection before final invoice is paid. Expected to be concluded by Summer
2025.
PHS-Repave Parking Lot ($300,000) – No work done to date. Project is expected to be
completed in August 2025.
PHS Stadium Restroom Improvements ($3,000,000) – Construction is in process.
This project is expected to be complete in August 2025.
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Capital Improvement Plan
FY 2026-2030
Recommended Projects
YEAR DEPT PROJECT TITLE
TOTAL
COST PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND JUSTIFICATION
2026 General Services Replace HVAC System-Public Library 105,000
Replace the entire HVAC system at the Library with new air
handlers with gas furnaces and two new 2.5-ton outside AC units.
The original equipment, dating back to the 1960's, and parts have
become almost impossible to find. It is also heated by electric duct
heaters which makes the unit extremely costly and inefficient.
General Services Upgrade HVAC System-LEC 60,000
Additional improvements necessary to the HVAC controls at the
LEC, converting from the original problematic pneumatic type
controls over to the digital control system. In Budget 2023, we
converted the first phase of controllers to digital and this project will
complete the last 36 VAV controllers that are continually failing.
General Services Retrofit/Upgrade Plumbing-LEC 275,000
Built in 1993, the LEC is almost constantly having failures with water
piping, water controls, and water valves failing. It appears that the
chlorine in the water system deteriorates these components and
over the years has had a devastating negative impact. This is a
monumental task to have all the water piping/controls replaced;
thus, we would propose to attack the problem one Pod at a time,
starting with the worst situation.....Rust Pod.
Sheriff Body Camera 60,000
Person County Sheriffs Office applied for a 50/50 matching grant
through the SRT BWC (Small Rural Tribal Body Worn Camera)
Program, a federally funded Micro Grant. The grant is in the award
phase and if approved, Person County will be required to match
$30,000 to the SRT BWC Program match of $30,000 to total
$60,000 towards the purchase of Body Worn Cameras. This will
allow the Sheriffs Office to add 30 new Body Worn Cameras to its
inventory to replace old and outdated body cameras. (contingent
upon receipt of grant funding)
Emergency
Services ESI Rapid Response Units (RRU)160,804
ESI Rapid Response Units (RRU) are advanced economical
solutions to high vehicle fleet operating and maintenance costs for
emergency response agencies. RRU's are transferable fiberglass
pick-up truck caps with a 15-20 year life expectancy that are vehicle
brand agnostic, and provide features such as whole unit climate
control for medication efficacy, accountability and command
platforms, fire suppression and investigation layouts, and various
other detailed oriented equipment compartments that can be
customized to that vehicles mission.
Emergency
Services New Emergency Services Building 430,200
Architectural design, programming study, and grant assistance
contract for preparation to acquire land and construct a new
Emergency Services building to locate Emergency Management,
Emergency Operations Center, EMS Administration (and main
base), Community Risk Reduction, and 911 Telecommunications in
one location to meet current and future needs. This building will hold
administrative offices, a dedicated EOC space, training space,
equipment storage, and adequate vehicle bay space for ES
vehicles. This location will also house a logistical center to
consolidate all Emergency Services logistical functions into one
location. A Facility Study has been completed and presented and a
preferred land parcel already owned by the County has been
identified.
Emergency
Services Emergency Services Ballistic Protection 62,000
Purchase ballistic protection for Emergency Services personnel in
the form of Plate Carriers with a side cummerbund system so that
one size fits most, Level IIIA ballistic front, back and side plates,
built-in drag handles, molle identification placards and attached
storage pouches for access to immediately needed personal
protective and emergency medical equipment. (contingent upon
receipt of grant funding)
Emergency
Services Emergency Services Building Bathroom 83,000
Complete renovation of all three bathrooms in the Emergency
Services building on 216 W. Barden Street. Renovations to include
new fixtures (toilets, sinks, showers, cabinets, countertops, flooring,
painting of all walls, and any other repairs that need to be done to
improve the servicability and condition of the facilities).
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FY 2026-2030
Recommended Projects
YEAR DEPT PROJECT TITLE
TOTAL
COST PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND JUSTIFICATION
Recreation, Arts &
Parks ADA Accessible Playground Updates 65,000
Replace and/or update playground equipment in priority areas at
various park sites for safety reasons. Safety concerns with faulty,
outdated equipment will be addressed at all playground sites on a
yearly rotation.
Recreation, Arts &
Parks Athletic Field Light/Pole Upgrades 63,250
Replace light poles at various parks. All ballfields in Person County
have light systems that are 25+ years old. Recommend to continue
upgrading the lights for safety and preventative maintenance and to
reduce liability.
Recreation, Arts &
Parks Pickleball Courts 90,000
Installation of two outdoor pickleball courts in priority areas of the
county. One of the fastest growing sports in the country. We have
seen an increase in community interest for outdoor pickleball courts
that are specifically for open play. This data is based on normal
usage of the current courts at Huck Sansbury Complex and current
program numbers.
Person Industries/
Person County
Recycling Center Shredder for MRF 1,060,910
Purchase SSI Shredder to shred Mattresses and Tires due to
increase in disposal expenses and new fees set by Republic (local
landfill). (contingent upon receipt of grant funding)
PCC IT Systems 267,750
Update phone systems and network switches. Not updating phone
system could result in phone system failure and force migration to a
new phone system without one in place, resulting in loss of service
during college operations. Current network switches are 6 years old
and industry standard for life expectancy is 7 years.
PCC HVAC Water Pipe Insulation 267,750
Replace pipe insulation with exterior jacketing on rooftop pipes
circulating hot and chilled water to campus buildings. Engineering
assessment has determined the deterioration of the insulation and
jacketing is beyond reasonable repair or partial replacement.
PCC Door Locking Security Upgrade 200,000
Implementation of access control throughout the Person County
campus to include exterior and interior doorways. Integration with
the current software platform will allow multiple technologies to work
together seamlessly, including the surveillance system.
Public Schools
Debt Financing - Various Improvements to
Schools 10,215,000
Debt-financed project to provide funds for improvements at various
schools in this second tranche of funding approved by the Board of
Commissioners in March 2023. This estimate includes $8.35M
construction/renovation, $868K engineering and planning, $300K
issuance costs and $697K contingency funds.
Public Schools Contingency Funds - Local 299,024
Contingency funds from local County funding to use, as needed, for
the School Improvements Project (2023 LOBs).
Public Schools
Helena & Stories Creek Elementary Schools
- Water Source Heat Pumps 150,000
Replace water source heat pumps in mezzanines at both schools.
Heat pumps are 20 plus years old and evaporator coils are starting
to break down.
Public Schools Abate and Replace Floor Tiles-PHS 200,000
Need to remove all floor tiles in ten classrooms with asbestos due to
safety and health concerns. Floor tiles are loose and may become
friable causing health issues for students and staff.
2027 General Services
New Roof - Emergency Communication
(911)155,642 As recommended in the Roofing Study.
General Services New Roof-Airport Pumphouse 42,538 As recommended in the Roofing Study.
General Services New Roof-Public Library Façade 131,836 As recommended in the Roofing Study.
General Services New Roof-Law Enforcement Center 1,275,493 As recommended in the Roofing Study.
General Services New Roof-Human Svc Building 2,943,438 As recommended in the Roofing Study.
General Services New Roof-Leaning Academy 325,979 As recommended in the Roofing Study.
Emergency
Services ESI Rapid Response Units (RRU)160,804 Continuation of FY26 CIP
Emergency
Services New Emergency Services Building 8,850,000 Continuation of FY26 CIP
Recreation, Arts &
Parks ADA Accessible Playground Updates 65,000 Continuation of FY26 CIP
Recreation, Arts &
Parks Athletic Field Light/Pole Upgrades 59,800 Continuation of FY26 CIP
Recreation, Arts &
Parks HVAC Installation-Helena Gym 160,000
There is a need for climate-controlled rental and program space
within the community. This project will provide for that community
space need by making these facilities climate-controlled and usable
year-round.
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FY 2026-2030
Recommended Projects
YEAR DEPT PROJECT TITLE
TOTAL
COST PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND JUSTIFICATION
Recreation, Arts &
Parks HVAC Installation-Olive Hill Gym 160,000
There is a need for climate-controlled rental and program space
within the community. This project will provide for that community
space need by making these facilities climate-controlled and usable
year-round.
Recreation, Arts &
Parks Gym Painting 60,000
This project will consist of cosmetic updates and repairs to the
following gyms: Helena, Olive Hill, and Huck Sansbury. These
cosmetic updates include painting of the walls and rafters in all
three gym locations.
Recreation, Arts &
Parks Public Splash Pad 275,000
There are no public aquatic facilities in Person County. A splash
pad/ spray ground has been approved in the Person County
Recreation Master Plan for 20 years. It was one of the priorities for
the public in the Wants/ Needs Survey done in 2010. This facility will
provide equitable water-based recreation activities for our
community in a safe and structured environment. A well-designed
splash pad is accessible for all kinds of physical abilities and serves
as a multigenerational place of play. Recommend to fund with
available ARPA funds.
Recreation, Arts &
Parks Bike Lane Addition 100,000
Add bike lanes to park-walking tracks and additional asphalt
topping. Providing this opportunity for the Person County
community will further connect the public to wellness, the outdoors,
and a lifelong vital life skill.
PCC IT Systems 372,250
Update Phone systems and Network Switches. Not updating phone
system could result in phone system failure and force migration to a
new phone system without one in place, resulting in loss of service
during college operations. Current network switches are 6 years old
and industry standard for life expectancy is 7 years.
PCC HVAC Water Pipe Insulation 267,750 Continuation of FY26 CIP
PCC Door Locking Security Upgrade 150,000 Continuation of FY26 CIP
PCC Parking Lot-Repair, Seal and Stripe 75,000
Project consists of repairing damaged areas of asphalt, tarring of
cracks, sealing asphalt, and restriping. This work will prevent
further damage and the need for repaving. PCC anticipates
repaving in ten years with proper maintenance.
PCC Building E-Office & Conf Room Renovations 165,000
Renovate E-150 from an existing computer laboratory into offices
and a conference room. This renovation will support the anticipated
growth of the Student Development staff to accommodate
enrollment increases which include additional academic advisors.
PCC Building A-Flooring & Finishes 75,000
Project includes renovations to Building-A flooring and finishes to
replace 20+ year old carpet.
PCC
Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP)
Replacement 245,000
Replace hot water heaters, penthouse air handlers, and secondary
HVAC units that have been identified and prioritized in PCC's
Facility Master Plan. Identified equipment is beyond useful life.
Chance of emergency repairs high and new units will be more
efficient.
PCC One-Stop Shop 450,000
Create a campus Welcome Center and one-stop shop that will
house student support staff. This will include advising, registration,
business office, and financial aid. This project includes moving the
business office which is currently located in Building-A.
PCC Building A-Handicap Parking 300,000
Expand and redesign parking lot in Building-A traffic circle, to
include handicap spaces and ADA accessibility from the parking
area to Building-A. This is the primary parking area designated for
visitors and guests of the college, and will allow for ADA compliant
handicap spaces and ADA compliant access to Building-A.
Public Schools Contingency Funds - Local 535,976
Setting aside contingency funds from local County funding to use as
needed for the School Improvements Project.
Public Schools
Helena & Stories Creek Elementary Schools
- Water Source Heat Pumps 150,000
Replace water source heat pumps in mezzanines at both schools.
Heat pumps are 20+ years old and evaporator coils are starting to
break down.
Public Schools
NMS, Woodland Elem, & PHS-Intercom
Replacements 60,000
Replace intercom systems at Northern Middle School, Woodland
Elementary School and Person High School. Current systems are
old and outdated and are not compatible with current system. The
incompatibility of the system creates an unsafe environment due to
lack of communication throughout the system.
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FY 2026-2030
Recommended Projects
YEAR DEPT PROJECT TITLE
TOTAL
COST PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND JUSTIFICATION
Public Schools Replace Floor Tiles-Stories Creek 85,000
Replace tile floors in the hallways and cafeteria at Stories Creek
Elementary School which have become worn and loose. This
creates a possible tripping hazard for staff and students. In addition
the age of tile makes it difficult to clean and maintain.
Public Schools Repaint Interior-SMS 200,000
Repaint interior rooms and hallways at Southern Middle School.
Paint is chipping, stained and wear on the walls, has caused
damage that requires paint to be refreshed.
Public Schools PHS-Replace Windows 300,000
The windows at Person High School were installed in the 1960's.
The windows are single-pane and not energy efficient. The windows
are easily broken and are a safety hazard. Windows need to be
replaced to improve security and increasing energy efficiency and
reducing heating and cooling loss cost.
Public Schools Replace Exterior Doors-All Schools 250,000
Replace all old exterior doors with new FRP style doors and
hardware. Exterior doors are old and are becoming hard to maintain.
This creates the possibility for doors to become unsecure
throughout the school day.
Public Schools Replace Electronic Door Locks - All Schools 150,000
Electronic door lock system is 15 years old and needs to be
replaced and upgraded to increase speed of service. The new
system would allow for instant data update and changes to be made
without physically visiting each site.
Public Schools South Elem-Replace Asbestos Floor Tiles 80,000
Remove asbestos floor tiles in 1-8 classrooms. Need to remove all
floor tiles with asbestos due to safety and health concerns. Floor
tiles are loose and may become friable causing health issues for
students and staff.
Public Schools Oak Lane Painting 75,000
Need to paint entire school due to wear and tear of old paint and
paint peeling off walls and doors.
2028 General Services New Roof - Mayo Park Buildings 187,792 As recommended in the Roofing Study.
General Services New Roof - Woodland Elementary 1,303,997 As recommended in the Roofing Study.
Emergency
Services ESI Rapid Response Units (RRU)80,402 Continuation of FY26 CIP
Emergency
Services New Emergency Services Building 140,000 Continuation of FY26 CIP
Emergency
Services Life Safety Education Simulator 195,925
Life Safety Education Simulator trainer that is housed in a 27'
aluminum "V" nose trailer. This simulator allows participants of all
ages to be presented an immersive learning experience offering
opportunities for critical thinking, physical activity, hazard
recognition and safe practices.
Recreation, Arts &
Parks ADA Accessible Playground Updates 65,000 Continuation of FY26 CIP
Recreation, Arts &
Parks Athletic Field Light/Pole Upgrades 49,500 Continuation of FY26 CIP
Recreation, Arts &
Parks Gym Painting 50,000 Continuation of FY27 CIP
Recreation, Arts &
Parks
Acquisition of property adjacent to Farm
Park 325,000
Acquisition of the property adjacent to the new County Farm Park,
Flat River, Railroad Corridor, and Highway 501.
Recreation, Arts &
Parks Multi-purpose Sport Fields 100,000
Multi-purpose Sport Field Located at the Rock Athletic Complex:
increasing participation and revenue while increasing the
convenience for families of Person County.
PCC Door Locking Security Upgrade 150,000 Continuation of FY26 CIP
PCC
Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP)
Replacement 240,000 Continuation of FY27 CIP
PCC PCC Main Campus-CHATT Back Fill 1,000,000
The facilities vacated on the main campus due to the CHATT
project which includes: Advanced Manufacturing, Healthcare and
Workforce Education programs. Vacated buildings will require
significant renovation to be repurposed to meet existing and new
program requirements.
Public Schools
Debt Financing - Various Improvements to
Schools 12,295,000
Debt-financed project to provide funds for improvements at various
schools in this second tranche of funding approved by the Board of
Commissioners in March 2023. This estimate includes $10.15M
construction/renovation, $1.055M engineering and planning, $300K
issuance costs and $789K contingency funds.
Public Schools Contingency Funds - Local 842,353
Setting aside contingency funds from local County funding to use as
needed for the School Improvements Project.
Public Schools
NMS, Woodland Elem, & PHS-Intercom
Replacements 80,000 Continuation of FY26 CIP
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FY 2026-2030
Recommended Projects
YEAR DEPT PROJECT TITLE
TOTAL
COST PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND JUSTIFICATION
Public Schools Repaint Interior-NMS 200,000
Repaint interior rooms and hallways at Northern Middle School.
Paint is chipping, stained and wear on the walls, has caused
damage that requires paint to be refreshed.
Public Schools Replace Carpet & Replace Tiles-SMS 120,000
Remove carpet and replace with VCT tiles in hallways and
entryways at Southern Middle School. Carpet is 15 years old, worn,
stained and needs to be replaced. Ends and edges are become
frayed and a potential tripping hazard.
Public Schools Replace Insulation Gym-SMS 485,000
Remove and replace insulation in the gym at Southern Middle
School. Insulation is deteriorating rapidly and is no longer viable.
Current insulation is falling and is a safety hazard for staff and
students.
Public Schools PHS Aux. Gym-Replace Bleachers 110,000
Need to replace bleachers due to the age (over 30 years old) and
operation of bleachers . Bleachers are wood and have inoperable
mechanical issues. They do not meet ADA standards.
2029 General Services New Roof - Mayo Park Buildings 195,639 As recommended in the Roofing Study.
General Services New Roof - Courthouse 185,259 As recommended in the Roofing Study.
General Services New Roof - Museum Complex 336,098 As recommended in the Roofing Study.
General Services New Roof - Person High School 227,637 As recommended in the Roofing Study.
General Services New Roof - School Bus Garage 244,608 As recommended in the Roofing Study.
Emergency
Services New Emergency Services Building 33,180,000 Continuation of FY26 CIP
Recreation, Arts &
Parks ADA Accessible Playground Updates 65,000 Continuation of FY26 CIP
Recreation, Arts &
Parks Athletic Field Light/Pole Upgrades 100,000 Continuation of FY26 CIP
Recreation, Arts &
Parks Gym Painting 50,000 Continuation of FY27 CIP
PCC
Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP)
Replacement 190,000 Continuation of FY27 CIP
PCC PCC Main Campus-CHATT Back Fill 2,000,000 Continuation of FY28 CIP
Public Schools Contingency Funds - Local 172,647
Setting aside contingency funds from local County funding to use as
needed for the School Improvements Project.
Public Schools Replace Carpet & Replace Tiles-NMS 120,000
Remove carpet and replace with VCT tiles in hallways and
entryways at Northern Middle School. Carpet is 15 years old, worn,
stained and needs to be replaced. Ends and edges are become
frayed and a potential tripping hazard.
Public Schools Replace Gym Windows-SMS 200,000
Replace exterior windows in Southern Middle School Gym. Original
windows in the building are single-paned and have been repaired
numerous times due to damage and age. The windows are no
longer able to be repaired due to hardware and need removal.
2030 General Services New Roof - Library 718,699 As recommended in the Roofing Study.
General Services New Roof - Northern Middle School 506,709 As recommended in the Roofing Study.
General Services New Roof - Stories Creek Elementary 2,003,915 As recommended in the Roofing Study.
Emergency
Services New Emergency Services Building 36,380,000 Continuation of FY26 CIP
Recreation, Arts &
Parks ADA Accessible Playground Updates 65,000 Continuation of FY26 CIP
PCC Parking Lot-Repair, Seal and Stripe 75,000
Project consists of repairing damaged areas of asphalt, tarring of
cracks, sealing asphalt, and restriping. This work will prevent
further damage and the need for repaving. PCC anticipates
repaving in ten years with proper maintenance.
PCC
Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP)
Replacement 205,000 Continuation of FY27 CIP
PCC PCC Main Campus-CHATT Back Fill 2,000,000 Continuation of FY28 CIP
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Capital Improvement Plan
FY 2025-2029
Projects Not Recommended
DEPT PROJECT TITLE TOTAL COST
PROJECT DESCRIPTION/REASON FOR NOT
RECOMMENDING
PCC CHATT 10,000,000
PCC has state funding available for renovations and
equipment. Additional revenue sources and projected
needs/costs will be evaluated for funding in future years.
PCC Fence Repair & Replacement 5,000,000
Fence repairs and replacements at parks and recreation
facilities will be funded through operational budgets.
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Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
2026-30
Recommended - Funding Schedule
Revenues:
General Fund Contribution 2,311,206 2,493,090 12,514,006 5,457,469 34,166,888 38,854,323 95,796,982
General Fund Contribution (ARPA
Funds)880,000 506,910 - - - - 1,386,910
CIP Fund Balance 2,600,000 217,688 - - - - 2,817,688
EMS Balistic Grant Funding - 62,000 - - - - 62,000
State E911 Telephone Board Funds
(Virtual Infrastructure Replacement)81,000 - - - - - 81,000
SRT BWC Micro Grant (Body Cameras)- 30,000 - - - - 30,000
Capacity Building Competitive Grant
(NCEM)-(New Emergency Services
Building)- - 100,000 - 100,000 100,000 300,000
State E911 Telephone Board Funds
(New Emergency Services Building)- - 6,000,000 - - - 6,000,000
Federal EOC Grant Funding (New
Emergency Services Building)- - - - 3,000,000 3,000,000 6,000,000
Firehouse Subs-First Responder Grant
(Life Safety Education Simulator)- - - 15,000 - - 15,000
FEMA-Fire Prevention and Safety Grant
(Life Safety Education Simulator)- - - 60,000 - - 60,000
FM Global Fire Prevention Grant
(Life Safety Education Simulator)- - - 10,000 - - 10,000
State Farm Community Safety Grant
(Life Safety Education Simulator)- - - 20,000 - - 20,000
Community Development Projects Fund
Balance 16,864 90,000 - - - - 106,864
PARTF Grant (Public Splash Pad)- - 137,500 - - - 137,500
LWCF Grant (Acquisition of property
adjacent to Farm Park)- - - 162,500 - - 162,500
State grant funds (PCRC Mattress/Tire
Shredder)- 500,000 - - - - 500,000
PCC Contribution (Acquisition of HS
Bldg & Carolina Pride Bldgs, and Other
Improvements)1,835,000 - - - - - 1,835,000
Debt Issuance (Acquisition of HS Bldg &
Carolina Pride Bldgs, PI/MRF Merger
Project, and Roof Replacement)21,000,000 - - - - - 21,000,000
Debt Issuance (LOB's School
Improvements)- 10,215,000 - 12,295,000 - - 22,510,000
Total Sources of Revenue:28,724,070 14,114,688 18,751,506 18,019,969 37,266,888 41,954,323 158,831,444
Project Costs for County:
Current
Year
2024-25
Budget
Year
2025-26
Planning
Year
2026-27
Planning
Year
2027-28
Planning
Year
2028-29
Planning
Year
2029-30
TOTAL
PROJECT
COSTS
Information Technology:
Virtual Infrastructure Upgrades 523,000 - - - - - 523,000
Human Resources:
Software Acquisition 64,542 - - - - - 64,542
General Services:
Acquisition-Human Services Building 8,000,000 - - - - - 8,000,000
Improvements-Human Services Building 2,000,000 - - - - - 2,000,000
Issuance Costs-HS/PCC Bldgs & Other
Proj 300,000 - - - - - 300,000
Contingency Costs-HS/PCC Bldgs &
Other Proj - Local 309,168 - - - - - 309,168
Replace Windows - PCOB 525,000 - - - - - 525,000
Replace HVAC System - PCOB 1,000,000 - - - - - 1,000,000
Replace HVAC System - Public Library - 105,000 - - - - 105,000
Upgrade HVAC System- LEC - 60,000 - - - - 60,000
Retrofit/upgrade plumbing - LEC - 275,000 - - - - 275,000
Planning
Year
2029-30
TOTAL
REVENUE
SOURCES
Planning
Year
2028-29
Budget
Year
2025-26Sources of Revenue:
Current
Year
2024-25
Planning
Year
2026-27
Planning
Year
2027-28
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Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
2026-30
Recommended - Funding Schedule
Project Costs for County:
Current
Year
2024-25
Budget
Year
2025-26
Planning
Year
2026-27
Planning
Year
2027-28
Planning
Year
2028-29
Planning
Year
2029-30
TOTAL
PROJECT
COSTS
New Roof - Emg Comm (911)- - 155,642 - - - 155,642
New Roof- Airport Pumphouse - - 42,538 - - - 42,538
New Roof - Public Library Façade - - 131,836 - - - 131,836
New Roof- Law Enforcement Center - - 1,275,493 - - - 1,275,493
New Roof- Human Svc Building - - 2,943,438 - - - 2,943,438
New Roof- Learning Academy - - 325,979 - - - 325,979
New Roof - Mayo Park Buildings - - - 187,792 195,639 - 383,431
New Roof- Woodland Elementary - - - 1,303,997 - - 1,303,997
New Roof - Courthouse - - - - 185,259 - 185,259
New Roof - Museum Complex - - - - 336,098 - 336,098
New Roof- Person High School - - - - 227,637 - 227,637
New Roof - School Bus Garage - - - - 244,608 - 244,608
New Roof- Library - - - - - 718,699 718,699
New Roof- Northern Middle School - - - - - 506,709 506,709
New Roof- Stories Creek Elemen.- - - - - 2,003,915 2,003,915
Sheriff:
Body Cameras - 60,000 - - - - 60,000
Emergency Services:
EMS Station North 110,000 - - - - - 110,000
Emg Services Building Safety/Security
Upgrades 54,400 - - - - - 54,400
ESI Rapid Response Units (RRU)241,206 160,804 160,804 80,402 - - 643,216
New Emergency Services Building - 430,200 8,850,000 140,000 33,180,000 36,380,000 78,980,200
Emg Services Ballistic Protection - 62,000 - - - - 62,000
Emg Services Building Bathroom
Renovations - 83,000 - - - - 83,000
Life Safety Education Simulator - - - 195,925 - - 195,925
Recreation, Arts & Parks:
Kirby Rebirth Project - Roof Top
Studio/Event Space 16,864 - - - - - 16,864
Rail Road Trails Project: Match to
NCDOT Grant 480,000 - - - - - 480,000
ADA Accessible Restroom-Kirby 220,000 - - - - - 220,000
ADA Accessible Elevator-Kirby 350,000 - - - - - 350,000
ADA Repairs/Updates-Kirby 160,000 - - - - - 160,000
Huck Sansbury ADA Accessible
Playground 150,000 - - - - - 150,000
Additional RV Sites-Mayo Park 55,890 - - - - - 55,890
ADA Accessible Playground Updates 65,000 65,000 65,000 65,000 65,000 65,000 390,000
Athletic Field Light/Pole Upgrades 57,000 63,250 59,800 49,500 100,000 - 329,550
HVAC Installation-Helena Gym - - 160,000 - - - 160,000
HVAC Installation-Olive Hill Gym - - 160,000 - - - 160,000
Gym Painting - - 60,000 50,000 50,000 - 160,000
Public Splash Pad - - 275,000 - - - 275,000
Pickleball Courts - 90,000 - - - - 90,000
Bike Lanes Addition - - 100,000 - - - 100,000
Aquisition of property adjacent to Farm
Park - - - 325,000 - - 325,000
Multi-purpose Sport Fields - - - 100,000 - - 100,000
Person Industries/PCRC
PI/MRF Merger-Construction (Phase I)2,103,000 - - - - - 2,103,000
PI/MRF Merger-Equipment Upgrades
(Phase II)1,686,478 - - - - - 1,686,478
Shredder for MRF - 1,060,910 - - - - 1,060,910
Total County Projects:18,471,548 2,515,164 14,765,530 2,497,616 34,584,241 39,674,323 112,508,422
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Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
2026-30
Recommended - Funding Schedule
Project Costs for PCC:
Current
Year
2024-25
Budget
Year
2025-26
Planning
Year
2026-27
Planning
Year
2027-28
Planning
Year
2028-29
Planning
Year
2029-30
TOTAL
PROJECT
COSTS
Piedmont Community College (PCC):
Acquisition-Carolina Pride Building 7,000,000 - - - - - 7,000,000
Exterior Improvements 150,000 - - - - - 150,000
IT Systems 75,000 267,750 372,250 - - - 715,000
CHATT Renovations - - - - - - -
HVAC Water Pipe Insulation - 267,750 267,750 - - - 535,500
Door Locking Security Upgrade - 200,000 150,000 150,000 - - 500,000
Parking Lot-Repair, Seal and Stripe - - 75,000 - - 75,000 150,000
Building E-Office & Conf Room
Renovations - - 165,000 - - - 165,000
Building A-Flooring & Finishes - - 75,000 - - - 75,000
Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP)
Replacement - - 245,000 240,000 190,000 205,000 880,000
One-Stop Shop - - 450,000 - - - 450,000
PCC Main Campus-CHATT Back Fill - - - 1,000,000 2,000,000 2,000,000 5,000,000
Building A-Handicap Parking - - 300,000 - - - 300,000
Total PCC Projects:7,225,000 735,500 2,100,000 1,390,000 2,190,000 2,280,000 15,920,500
Project Costs for Public
Schools:
Current
Year
2024-25
Budget
Year
2025-26
Planning
Year
2026-27
Planning
Year
2027-28
Planning
Year
2028-29
Planning
Year
2029-30
TOTAL
PROJECT
COSTS
Public Schools:
Debt Financing - Various Improvements
to Schools
Construction/Renovation - 8,350,000 - 10,150,000 - - 18,500,000
A&E Fees - 868,400 - 1,055,600 - - 1,924,000
Issuance Costs - 300,000 - 300,000 - - 600,000
Contingency Funds-Financed - 696,600 - 789,400 - - 1,486,000
Contingency Funds-Local 340,000 299,024 535,976 842,353 172,647 - 2,190,000
New Roof - South Elementary 1,910,522 - - - - - 1,910,522
Asbestos & Lead Paint Abatement - All
Schools 100,000 - - - - - 100,000
Helena & Stories Creek Elem-Water
Source Heat Pumps 300,000 150,000 150,000 - - - 600,000
SMS-Roof Top HVAC Units 100,000 - - - - - 100,000
Replace Water Fountains-All Schools 97,000 - - - - - 97,000
NMS, Woodland Elem, & PHS-Intercom 60,000 - 60,000 80,000 - - 200,000
Helena Elem-Replace Floor Tiles 70,000 - - - - - 70,000
NMS-Roof Top HVAC Unit 50,000 - - - - - 50,000
Abate and Replace Floor Tiles-PHS - 200,000 - - - - 200,000
Replace Floor Tiles-Stories Creek - - 85,000 - - - 85,000
Repaint Interior-SMS - - 200,000 - - - 200,000
Repaint Interior-NMS - - - 200,000 - - 200,000
Replace Carpet & Replace Tiles-SMS - - - 120,000 - - 120,000
Replace Insulation Gym-SMS - - - 485,000 - - 485,000
Replace Carpet & Replace Tiles-NMS - - - - 120,000 - 120,000
Replace Gym Windows-SMS - - - - 200,000 - 200,000
PHS-Replace Windows - - 300,000 - - - 300,000
Replace Exterior Doors- All Schools - - 250,000 - - - 250,000 Replace Electronic Door Locks-All
Schools - - 150,000 - - - 150,000 South Elem-Replace Asbestos Floor
Tiles - - 80,000 - - - 80,000
Oak Lane-Painting - - 75,000 - - - 75,000
PHS Aux. Gym-Replace Bleachers - - - 110,000 - - 110,000
Total Public Schools Projects:3,027,522 10,864,024 1,885,976 14,132,353 492,647 - 30,402,522
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Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
2026-30
Recommended - Funding Schedule
Total Project Costs:28,724,070 14,114,688 18,751,506 18,019,969 37,266,888 41,954,323 158,831,444
Sources of Revenue for
Operating Impact Costs:
Current
Year
2024-25
Budget
Year
2025-26
Planning
Year
2026-27
Planning
Year
2027-28
Planning
Year
2028-29
Planning
Year
2029-30
TOTAL
REVENUE
SOURCES
General Fund Revenues - (34,400) 1,016,350 1,290,350 2,264,050 2,202,550 6,738,900
Person Industries/PCRC
Shredder for MRF
Tire Disposal Fee (from neighboring
counties) - 26,400 26,400 26,400 26,400 26,400 132,000
Mattress Fees - 8,000 8,000 8,000 8,000 8,000 40,000
Total Sources of Revenue for Operating
Impact Costs:- - 1,050,750 1,324,750 2,298,450 2,236,950 6,910,900
Operating Impact Costs:
Current
Year
2024-25
Budget
Year
2025-26
Planning
Year
2026-27
Planning
Year
2027-28
Planning
Year
2028-29
Planning
Year
2029-30
TOTAL
PROJECT
COSTS
Emergency Services
New Emergency Services Building
Maintenance Contract - - - - 34,000 34,000 68,000
EOC AV/Technology
Maintenance Fees - - - - 50,000 50,000 100,000
Life Safety Education Simulator
Trailer Maintenance - - - - 700 700 1,400
Recreation, Arts & Parks
Public Splash PadMaintenance costs and
Chemicals - - 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 40,000
Staffing (but not required)- - 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 60,000
Debt Serviceebt pay e ts 6 O s
issuance - - 1,025,750 1,000,000 974,250 943,500 3,943,500 py
issuance - - - 299,750 1,214,500 1,183,750 2,698,000
Total Operating Impact Costs:- - 1,050,750 1,324,750 2,298,450 2,236,950 6,910,900
(ARPA).
Note 2: Orange highlighted estimates include the revenues and expenditures associated with available funding from the American Recovery Plan Act
Note 1: Yellow highlighted estimates include the revenues and expenditures associated with proposed debt issuances.
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Recommended - Revenue Sources
FY 2026 - 2030
Total % Revenue Sources
Description Current Year 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 Totals % of Total
Community Development
Projects Fund Balance 16,864 90,000 - - - - 106,864 0.1%
PCC Contribution 1,835,000 - - - - - 1,835,000 1.2%
CIP Fund Balance 2,600,000 217,688 - - - - 2,817,688 1.8%
State 911 Board Funds 81,000 - 6,000,000 - - - 6,081,000 3.8%
Grant Funding - 592,000 237,500 267,500 3,100,000 3,100,000 7,297,000 4.6%
Debt Proceeds 21,000,000 10,215,000 - 12,295,000 - - 43,510,000 27.4%
General Fund Contribution 3,191,206 3,000,000 12,514,006 5,457,469 34,166,888 38,854,323 97,183,892 61.2%
Totals 28,724,070 14,114,688 18,751,506 18,019,969 37,266,888 41,954,323 158,831,444 100.0%
0.1%
1.2%
1.8%
3.8%
4.6%
27.4%
61.2%
0.0%10.0%20.0%30.0%40.0%50.0%60.0%70.0%
Community Development Projects Fund Balance
PCC Contribution
CIP Fund Balance
State 911 Board Funds
Grant Funding
Debt Proceeds
General Fund Contribution
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Person County Capital Improvement Plan
Recommended - by Function
FY 2026 - 2030
Total % CIP Projects by Function
Description Current Year 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 Totals % of Total
General Government 12,721,710 440,000 4,874,926 1,491,789 1,189,241 3,229,323 23,946,989 15.1%
Public Safety 405,606 796,004 9,010,804 416,327 33,180,000 36,380,000 80,188,741 50.5%
Culture & Recreation 1,554,754 218,250 879,800 589,500 215,000 65,000 3,522,304 2.2%
Person Industries/PCRC 3,789,478 1,060,910 - - - - 4,850,388 3.1%
Education - PCC 7,225,000 735,500 2,100,000 1,390,000 2,190,000 2,280,000 15,920,500 10.0%
Education - Schools 3,027,522 10,864,024 1,885,976 14,132,353 492,647 - 30,402,522 19.1%
Totals 28,724,070 14,114,688 18,751,506 18,019,969 37,266,888 41,954,323 158,831,444 100.0%
Gen Gov't
15.1%
Public Safety 50.5%
Culture & Recreation
2.2%
PI/PCRC 3.1%
Education -PCC 10.0%
Education -
Schools 19.1%
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Recommended- by Type
FY 2026 - 2030
Total % CIP Projects by Type
Description Current Year 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 Totals % of Total
Paving Projects - - 375,000 - - 75,000 450,000 0.3%
Planning & Consulting - 1,168,400 - 1,355,600 - - 2,524,000 1.6%
Roofing Replacements 1,910,522 - 4,874,926 1,491,789 1,189,241 3,229,323 12,695,801 8.0%
Other B&G Improvements 2,732,890 1,126,000 2,532,550 1,979,500 2,405,000 2,270,000 13,045,940 8.2%
Equipment/Software
Upgrades 2,978,878 1,822,910 372,250 - 715,000 715,000 4,161,788 2.6%
Property Acquisitions 15,000,000 - - - - - 15,000,000 9.4%
Construction/Renovation 6,101,780 9,997,378 10,596,780 13,193,080 32,957,647 35,665,000 112,240,232 70.7%
Totals 28,724,070 14,114,688 18,751,506 18,019,969 37,266,888 41,954,323 158,831,444 100.0%
- - - - - - -
#REF!
0.3%
1.6%
8.0%
8.2%
2.6%
9.4%
70.7%
0.0%10.0%20.0%30.0%40.0%50.0%60.0%70.0%80.0%
Paving Projects
Planning & Consulting
Roofing Replacements
Other B&G Improvements
Equipment/Software Upgrades
Property Acquisitions
Construction/Renovation
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Person County's Debt Service
Current Outstanding Debt
Project Description Term
Interest
Rate %
Outstanding
Balance
Last Pyt
Fiscal
Year
2012 SMS &
portion of PHS
Re-roofing
(QSCB)
Re-roofing construction for Southern Middle School and a portion of Person High School; financed through a Qualified School Construction Bond (QSCB).
15 years 3.93% 552,867 2028
2015 PCRC &
Various Re-
roofing Projects
Purchase, renovation and re-roofing of the existing Person County Recycling Facility, and re-roofing construction for the Kirby Civic Auditorium and Earl Bradsher Preschool.
15 years 2.80% 425,200 2029
2016 Roxplex &
Various Re-
roofing Projects
Acquisition and improvements of Roxplex property; re-roofing construction to Huck Sansbury, South Elementary, Woodland Elementary, and Oak Lane Elementary; window replacements for North End Elementary, and a chiller replacement for Southern Middle School.
10 years 2.22% 76,249 2026
2017 Person
County Senior
Center Project
Acquisition and improvements of existing facility (formerly “Total Fitness Center”) to be location of Person County Senior Center. 15 years 5.555% 1,176,808 2032
2018 Towers &
Other Building
Improvements
Construction of public safety communication towers; Huck Sansbury HVAC and improvements to various school buildings.
15 years 3.51% 2,350,088 2033
2023 PHS ADA
Improvements
(LOBs-Tier 1)
Construction and renovations to Person High School to include ADA and security improvements, and removal of parking areas.
20 years 5% 17,033,125 2044
2024 Property
Acquisitions,
PI/MRF Merger,
South
Elementary
School Re-
Roofing
Acquisition of Human Services Building, Carolina Pride Building (PCC CHATT), renovation and upfits to the Recycling Center in preparation of merging facilities with Person Industries, and re-roofing construction of South Elementary School.
20 years 5% 28,011,850 2045
TOTAL DEBT
SERVICE
OUTSTANDING $49,626,187
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Current Debt Analysis
There are two standard ratios that measure debt service levels and the capacity for taking on
additional debt. These ratios and their meaning for Person County are described as follows:
•Debt to Assets Ratio: Measures leverage, the extent to which total assets are financed with long-
term debt. The debt-to-assets ratio is calculated as long-term debt divided by total assets. A high
debt to assets ratio may indicate an over-reliance on debt for financing assets, and a low ratio may
indicate a weak management of reserves. At FY 2023, the debt to assets ratio for Person County
was 6% (rises to 13% in FY 2024), while the other 21 counties with similar populations reported an
average of 19%. Person County was the 5th highest county for the amount of total assets reported
in comparison to these other counties, but rated the 5th lowest Debt to Assets Ratio, as well as the
4th lowest long-term debt expense. Results appear to indicate that Person County is minimally
leveraged in debt compared to the population group average. As displayed in the chart below,
Person County's debt to assets ratio has declined from 8% in FY 2022 to 6% in FY 2023. This
reduction is due to the yearly paydown of debt. The higher ratio of 13% in FY2019 was the result
of issuing new debt for the Senior Center renovation and construction of Public Safety
Communication Towers in FY 2018. A gradual change or level trend indicates to credit agencies
a more strategic approach to the management of the County’s assets. As of FY 2023, the data
supported that the County was more than sufficiently leveraged to take on additional long-term
debt. In November 2023, Person County issued debt for $12.725M for Person High School
improvements, which resulted in the debt to assets ratio to be reported at a higher rate at the end
of fiscal year 2024 for 13%. New debt for approximately $21M was also issued in August 2024 to
address the cost of two property acquisitions, construction and renovation to the Person County
Recycling Center in preparation of merging Person Industries in with this facility, and the re-roofing
of an elementary school. The issuance of this new debt should cause the debt-to-asset ratio to
climb further at fiscal year-end 2025, and be closer to the average of what counties in our
population group are reporting, indicating an effort by the County to display a stronger
management of reserves.
Person County's
FY Debt to Assets Ratio
2019 13%
2020 11%
2021 9%
2022 8%
2023 6%
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•Debt Service Ratio: Measures financing obligations, provides feedback on service flexibility with
the amount of expenditures committed to annual debt service. The debt service ratio is calculated
as annual debt service divided by total expenses. General accounting guidance discourages this
ratio from being higher than 15% for a maximum benchmark. Any percentage higher than this
can severely hamper the County's service flexibility. At FY 2023, Person County's debt service
ratio reported at 4.2% (remains roughly flat at 4.1% in FY 2024), which is minimally under the
population group’s average ratio of 6% for FY 2023. As it stands now, Person County is in a
favorable position to take on more debt when comparing the debt service ratio levels to its peer
counties. The issuance of new debt should cause the County’s debt service ratio to increase to a
level that indicates a stronger management of financing resources in relation to the amount that is
available for other services.
Debt Service
FY 2023 Ratio
Person County 4%
Population Group 6%
Maximum Benchmark 15%
Proposed Debt Service
There are two debt issuances in this 5-year CIP plan for FY 2026 and FY 2028. These represent the
remaining two debt issuances that were part of a 3-tier financing package formerly approved by the
Board of Commissioners on March 20, 2023. These were part of a three-tier financing that required a
$0.0025 cent tax increase adopted for FY24 in order to make principal and interest payments on
Limited Obligation Bonds (LOBs) for all three tiers. The first tier was issued in November 2023 in the
amount of $12.725M for ADA and safety improvements at Person High School. The remaining two
tiers will cover similar improvements at various public elementary schools. The Board of
Commissioners also appropriated $3M to Person County Schools in FY24 for Person High School
stadium improvements, a special request that the Schools presented after the first tier of LOBs was
issued. The Schools agreed to forfeit this $3M from the balance of remaining LOBs to be issued for
the next two tiers.
The detail for these two financing proposals are below:
Various Improvements to Schools Project (Tier 2)
The County is proposing to issue a Limited Obligation Bond (LOB) for $10.215M in calendar
year 2026 that will cover the cost of planning, construction and renovation improvements, and
issuance costs for Stories Creek Elementary, South Elementary, Oak Lane Elementary,
Helena Elementary, and Earl Bradsher Preschool. Renovations include various ADA and
safety improvements. The total proposed debt amount for this project is comprised of the
following:
Construction/Renovation/Planning $ 8,350,000
A&E Fees 868,400
Issuance Costs 300,000
Contingency Funds 696,600
Total $10,215,000
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Various Improvements to Schools Project (Tier 3)
The County is proposing to issue a Limited Obligation Bond (LOB) for $12.295M in calendar
year 2028 that will cover the cost of planning, construction and renovation improvements, and
issuance costs for Southern Middle School, Northern Middle School, Woodland Elementary,
North End Elementary, and North Elementary. Renovations include various ADA and safety
improvements. The total proposed debt amount for this project is comprised of the following:
Construction/Renovation/Planning $10,150,000
A&E Fees 1,055,600
Issuance Costs 300,000
Contingency Funds 789,400
Total $12,295,000
The addition of this new debt is estimated to increase the County’s outstanding debt total from $49.6M
at end of FY 2025 to $83.9M over the next three years, a 69% increase. Although significant, the
County has built up reserves that minimized the amount of tax revenue needed to support the two
remaining tiers of debt for schools by only $.0025 cents on the tax rate, which was adopted for FY24.
As always, the County will continue to monitor available reserves in the debt model, analyze the
impacts of new debt on the County’s operating budget, and consider current economic conditions and
the interest rate environment for future debt project recommendations.
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Future Debt Service
Fiscal Year
Ending
June 30
2012
School Roofing
Projects for SMS
& PHS (QSCB)
2015
PCRC & Various
Roofing Projects
2016
Roxplex &
Various Roofing
Projects
2017
Senior Center &
Various Roofing
Projects
2018
Towers & Other
Building
Improvements
Project
2023
PHS
Improvements
Project (LOBs)
2024 HS/CHATT
Acquisitions &
School Roof
Improvements
(LOBs)
Total Current
Debt Service
2026 227,302 110,500 76,249 179,951 470,200 1,172,500 1,851,750 4,088,452
2027 219,095 107,700 - 176,006 381,818 1,142,000 1,804,250 3,830,869
2028 106,470 104,900 - 172,060 370,411 1,111,500 1,756,750 3,622,091
2029 - 102,100 - 168,115 359,003 1,081,000 1,709,250 3,419,468
2030 - - - 164,169 347,596 1,050,500 1,661,750 3,224,015
2031 - - - 160,224 212,285 1,020,000 1,614,250 3,006,759
2032 - - - 156,284 106,143 989,500 1,566,750 2,818,676
2033 - - - - 102,633 959,000 1,519,250 2,580,883
2034 - - - - - 928,500 1,471,750 2,400,250
2035 - - - - - 898,000 1,424,250 2,322,250
2036 - - - - - 867,500 1,371,875 2,239,375
2037 - - - - - 837,000 1,324,625 2,161,625
2038 - - - - - 801,625 1,277,375 2,079,000
2039 - - - - - 771,375 1,230,125 2,001,500
2040 - - - - - 741,125 1,182,875 1,924,000
2041 - - - - - 710,875 1,135,625 1,846,500
2042 - - - - - 680,625 1,088,375 1,769,000
2043 - - - - - 650,375 1,045,850 1,696,225
2044 - - - - - 620,125 1,008,050 1,628,175
2045 - - - - - - 967,075 967,075
2046 - - - - - - - -
Totals 552,867$ 425,200$ 76,249$ 1,176,809$ 2,350,088$ 17,033,125$ 28,011,850$ 49,626,187$
Fiscal Year
Ending
June 30
Total Current
Debt Service
FY26 Various
School
Improvements
(LOBs)
FY28 Various
School
Improvements
(LOBs)
Total Proposed
Debt Service
Adjusted
Year to Year
Change with
Proposed
Debt Service
2026 4,088,452 - - 4,088,452 1,714,344
2027 3,830,869 1,025,750 - 4,856,619 768,167
2028 3,622,091 1,000,000 299,750 4,921,841 65,222
2029 3,419,468 974,250 1,214,500 5,608,218 686,377
2030 3,224,015 943,500 1,183,750 5,351,265 (256,953)
2031 3,006,759 918,000 1,153,000 5,077,759 (273,506)
2032 2,818,676 892,500 1,122,250 4,833,426 (244,333)
2033 2,580,883 867,000 1,091,500 4,539,383 (294,044)
2034 2,400,250 841,500 1,060,750 4,302,500 (236,883)
2035 2,322,250 816,000 1,030,000 4,168,250 (134,250)
2036 2,239,375 790,500 999,250 4,029,125 (139,125)
2037 2,161,625 765,000 968,500 3,895,125 (134,000)
2038 2,079,000 739,500 937,750 3,756,250 (138,875)
2039 2,001,500 714,000 907,000 3,622,500 (133,750)
2040 1,924,000 688,500 876,250 3,488,750 (133,750)
2041 1,846,500 663,000 845,500 3,355,000 (133,750)
2042 1,769,000 637,500 814,750 3,221,250 (133,750)
2043 1,696,225 612,000 784,000 3,092,225 (129,025)
2044 1,628,175 586,500 753,250 2,967,925 (124,300)
2045 967,075 561,000 722,500 2,250,575 (717,350)
2046 - 535,500 691,750 1,227,250 (1,023,325)
2047 - - 661,000 661,000 (566,250)
2048 - - 625,250 625,250 (35,750)
2049 - - - - (625,250)
2050 - - - - -
Totals 49,626,187$ 15,571,500$ 18,742,250$ 83,939,937$ (2,374,108)$
Above chart displays Person County's current debt service schedule, which increases from $24M to $28M at FYE 2025.
The chart to the right includes anticipated debt for the second and third tiers of school improvements in FY26 and FY28. The total outstanding debt service increases by $34.3M over the next three years from the additional debt.
The graph below
represents the
County's outstanding
debt service over a 10-
year period, which
includes the effect of
the new debt through
FY2028.
$14.9 $12.6 $10.5 $8.7 $7.1
$24.0
$49.6
$65.2 $61.1
$75.0
0.0
10.0
20.0
30.0
40.0
50.0
60.0
70.0
80.0
2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026*2027*2028*
(Millions)
Fiscal Year End *Estimate
Outstanding Debt Service
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FY2026-2030 Recommended
Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
APRIL 7, 2025
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Capital Planning
County, PCS and PCC
FY25 CIP $29.7M
Annual Maximum Level
(pay -go)
$3.2M
5-Year Plan Target $16.0M
FY26 CIP Requests $18.0M
FY26-30 CIP Requests $169.0M
FY25 Recommended* $14.1M
Funding sources:
•General Fund (GF)
•CIP Fund Balance
•Debt Proceeds
•FY26 Limited Obligation Bonds (LOBs) fund elementary school improvements
•ARPA
•Community Development Project Funds
•Grants*Amount may change. Recommended CIP will be presented on April 7, 2025.
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Project Status
COMPLETED
Roofing
Old Helena Gym ($217,911)
Old Helena (EMS/Sheriff) ($243,921)
EMS ($210,022)
PCC-Building L& C Covered Walkways ($312,203)
PCS-Oak Lane Elementary ($1,050,636)
PCS-North End Elementary ($121,351)
PCS-Repaint canopies (Woodland Elementary) ($29,817)
Athletic field light/poles ($59,495)
Refurbish Water Tank-Airport ($91,793)
Demolish Water Tower-Old Helena School ($65,000)
PCS-Communication Radios (all schools) ($111,752)
PCS-Cameras (all schools) ($180,000)
ONGOING
Roofing
Development Services Building ($315,361)
Emergency Services Radio Upgrade ($180,000)
Convert Picnic Shelters to Cabins ($63,300)
Outdoor Multi-Purpose Courts ($63,000)
Kirby ADA Accessible Restrooms ($220,000)
Kirby ADA Accessible Elevator ($350,000)
PCC-Chiller Room Upgrades ($500,000)
PCC-Science Lab Renovations ($400,000)
PCS-Asbestos and Lead Abatement ($100,000)
PCS-Replace Water Fountains (all schools) ($97,000)
PCS-PHS Stadium Restroom Improvements ($3,000,000)
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FY26 CIP –
County Government
Project Cost Funding Source
Library –HVAC system replacement $105K GF
Law Enforcement Center –HVAC system upgrade and retrofit/upgrade plumbing $60K GF
Law Enforcement Center –Retrofit/upgrade plumbing $275K GF
Sheriff’s Office –Body cameras $60K Grant
Emergency Services –ESI Rapid Response Units (RRU)$161K GF
Emergency Services –Ballistic protection $62K Grant
Emergency Services –Bathroom renovations $83K GF
Emergency Services Building (design and grant assistance)$430K GF
Recreation and Parks –Playground accessibility updates $65K GF
Recreation and Parks –Athletic field lights $63K GF
Recreation and Parks –Pickleball courts $90K CDF
Recycling Center –Mattress and tire shredder $1.1M ARPA/Grant
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FY26 CIP –
Person County Schools
Project Cost Funding Source
Elementary school accessibility, safety and security
improvements
Stories Creek Elementary, South Elementary, Oak Lane Elementary, Helena
Elementary, and Earl Bradsher Preschool
$10.2M LOBs
Contingency $300K GF
Water source heat pumps
Helena Elementary and Stories Creek Elementary
$150K GF
Abate and replace floor tiles
Person High School
$200K GF
Total $10.9M
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FY26 CIP –
Piedmont Community College
Project Cost Funding Source
Information Technology Systems $268K GF
HVAC Water Pipe Insulation $268K GF
Door Locking Security Upgrade $200K GF
Total $736K
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CIP Highlights
(Requested, Not Recommended for FY26 funding)
Project Cost
County Government
Parks and Recreation Projects
(HVAC –Helena and Olive Hill gyms, gym painting, splashpad, fence repair and replacement)
$755K
Person County Schools
Various Projects
(heat pump, intercom, floor tile and exterior door replacements, electronic door lock installations)
$775K
Piedmont Community College
Various Projects
(Building E –office and conference room renovations, Building A –flooring and finishes, parking lot
–repair, seal and stripe)
$543K
CHATT Renovations $2.0M
Total $4.1M
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Next Steps
Date Step
April 21, 2025 Adoption of FY26 CIP
May 19, 2025 County Manager presents Recommended Budget to BOCC
June 2, 2025 BOCC holds Public Hearing on Recommended Budget
June 3-13, 2025 Potential BOCC budget work sessions (specific dates/times to
be scheduled)
June 16, 202 Adoption of FY26 Annual Budget Ordinance
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Questions?
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