02-25-2025 Meeting Minutes EDCEDC Minutes for February 25, 2025
Minutes of the PCEDC Regularly Scheduled Meeting
Person County EDC Board Room
303 S. Morgan St., Roxboro, NC 27573
February 25, 2025
Voting Board Members Present:
Dr. Scott McKinney- Chairman Mr. Donald Long
The Honorable Sherry Wilborn Mr. Phillip Allen- Vice-Chairman
Mr. Jay Poindexter Mr. Kenneth Perry
Mr. Jody Blackwell
Dr. Claudia Berryhill, Agricultural Representative
Voting Board Members Absent:
The Honorable Merilyn Newell
Ex Officios Present:
Ms. Katherine Cathey, County Manager
Mr. Brooks Lockhart, City Manager
Dr. Rodney Peterson, PCS Superintendent
Ex Officios Absent:
Dr. Pamela Senegal, PCC President
ED Staff Present: Others Present:
Ms. Brandy Lynch, Director Mr. George Willoughby
Mr. Bryan Eatmon, Existing Industry Specialist Ms. Julie Maybee
Ms. Briana Whitt, ED Specialist (Minutes) Mr. Bo Freeman
Ms. Dana Blackwell
Ms. Kim Strickland
EDC Welcome and Invocation:
At 4:00 p.m., Chairman McKinney called the meeting to order.
Mr. Phillip Allen gave the invocation.
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Approval of Minutes:
Chairman McKinney recognized The Honorable Merilyn Newell for the approval of the minutes
from January 28, 2025.
A motion was made and unanimously approved to approve the January 28, 2025, meeting
minutes.
Motion: Dr. Claudia Berryhill Second: None
Land Use Plan Information:
Dr. McKinney provided a handout to the board to offer additional information on the topic. The
document includes numerous valuable examples of the various ways people support economic health
and the state, and it is written from a North Carolina perspective, reflecting our statutes, laws, and how
our cities and counties interact. Dr. McKinney reviewed the entire document, which is extensive; it has
tags for every instance where economic development is explicitly mentioned. This body is even referred
to as a great example. The Person County Economic Development Commission serves as a means for
collaboration between the city and the county on significant economic development initiatives. Being
part of this organization facilitates coordinated efforts, which is one of the four guiding principles that
enhances governmental coordination. This enables collaboration between local government as the
community pursues development targets, plans, workforce development, site readiness, and incentives
to attract new jobs. Moving forward, the city and the county should maintain their long-term
commitments to collaborate on attracting and retaining high-quality jobs while sustaining the tax base
through major development projects. However, each of the four guiding principles is centered on
assisting our community. The first one is specifically targeted for agriculture, and then the others follow.
Foreign Trade Zone Information:
Dr. McKinney provided a handout for this topic. In our area, the Central Pines Regional Council
manages the establishment of free trade zones. Companies like Spuntech have already established this.
They have gone through the process with the grantee agency and worked with the customs officials to
establish a Foreign Trade Zone, which has some benefits for them, and tries to encourage
manufacturing domestic, overseas.
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Industrial Property Update:
Dr. McKinney informed this group that the staff provided a link to the EDPNC website. You can visit the
link for more details on the properties. The Economic Development Department uses this website to
promote available properties and for which they are aware. The Economic Development Department
must utilize this paid site, which is required for submitting projects through the Economic Development
Partnership website.
Action Plan Follow-up Discussion:
Director Lynch distributed copies of the action plan, along with a summary of the accomplishments and
potential ideas for the future. Additionally, the packet, at the chairman's request, included the county's
strategic plan, demonstrating how the economic development plan aligns with the county's goals and
what the plan entails within the county's strategic framework. The commissioners received the first-
quarter update at the budget retreat, and Ms. Lynch believes the county manager mentioned she would
provide them with the second-quarter update soon. Ms. Lynch opened the floor up to any questions or
suggestions the board may have.
Dr. McKinney pointed out that the shared plan was not the comprehensive strategic plan. Brandy noted
that Economic Development had created a very detailed strategic plan, and Ms. Lynch discovered that
many economic development departments had developed an action plan, which is a much shorter and
more focused version. When Economic Development received a project request, they were given a
concise one-pager outlining these projects, eliminating the need to sift through lengthy documents.
The Economic Development Commission approved the action plan last year.
The Honorable Sherry Wilborn recommended a leadership summit. Ms. Wilborn met with Dr. Peterson
to discuss the preparations of the schools and their needs, particularly in light of the county's residential
growth. Dr. Peterson delivered an excellent presentation to his board. Observing what the city had
approved, he reached out to the county planning department to inquire about their residential
approvals and the work done to present to the board regarding future forecasting is something that
needs to be completed. This will facilitate alignment among the county commissioners, the city council,
and the school board, ensuring that everyone is on the same page and shares a common vision. Ms.
Wilborn stated, “If we're going to, you know, get in front of this group, which we already probably are
too late on, I think that needs to be a priority.”
The city of Danville contacted Ms. Wilborn. Virginia has announced a mega-site. Person County also had
a mega-site announcement. They are interested in collaborating. Ms. Wilborn mentioned that it's
something we've always discussed: forming a regional partnership with Southern Virginia. She believes
we could explore this and identify potential opportunities.
Mr. Perry questioned whether Person County has any industrialized land. Ms. Lynch answered no. Mr.
Perry mentioned that one thing the board will need to understand is, as an EDC, what specific actions
are required? Do we need to send our director to other sites? Noting the need to identify which
businesses have been attracted to areas with existing data centers, and discuss with the Economic
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Development Corporations (EDCs) of those locations to determine which companies were brought in.
Then we can bring that information back to Person County. Allowing Person County EDC to recognize
that these are the businesses attracted to other data center towns and cities. He believes that's
something the EDC should consider, since we don't have the land. I think that's something you all are
working on, in terms of identifying priorities to attract businesses that understand what they need
based on their experiences in other areas. This will help us gain a strategic advantage by reaching out
to those entities beforehand, allowing us to be proactive regarding potential regulations that may or
may not align with our interests.
Lynch noted the increase in calls since Microsoft's purchase of PCMP. It's not just calls from EDPNC;
they come from companies that have already identified the sites they want and have questions about
them. Regarding the companies that have turned away due to our lack of a mega park, not many have
done so, as they aren't seeking a mega park. That amount of land is no longer in demand.
Vice-Chairman Allen notes that as the community invests in schools, builds industrial parks, supports
the airport, develops neighborhoods, and establishes the necessary infrastructure, it becomes clear to
the board that this won't be accomplished with a revenue-neutral tax rate. Therefore, the tough
decisions will involve formulating the best plan; however, if we lack the means or ability to fund it and
raise the necessary taxes, it will not happen. Vice-Chairman Allen believes the discussion needs to focus
on the fact that, as much as people dislike it, if we genuinely want to grow and aim to catch up and
move in the desired direction, whether we're behind or not, he doesn’t think we need to dwell on that.
What we need to do is catch up and get ahead. Yes, we need to catch up, get ahead, and stop being so
sensitive about our revenue-neutral stance. You should be aware of it, but it's unlikely to materialize. If
you aren’t willing to take that step, then we're wasting our time because it won't be enjoyable unless
there's some sort of magic that you, as county manager and city manager, have not revealed to us yet.
EDC has held an ex officio seat on the AG advisory committee since around 2016, and Dr. Berryhill
believes they meet quarterly. To update you on that, there is an ordinance from 2011 that established
the board, along with guidelines for the voluntary agriculture district, which is indeed voluntary.
Essentially, it offers a voluntary commitment not to sell or develop your land. This provides multiple
benefits. Recently, that policy was revised, and the commissioners approved an enhanced voluntary
agriculture district for your farm, which involves a legally binding agreement concerning the debt. This
agreement lasts for 10 years and restricts development during that period. It also provides additional
benefits. The original VAD expired last year, and the process has become somewhat more complex
since then. You must reapply to be part of the voluntary agriculture district. Previously, there were 177
farms listed in the VAD, covering about 31,800 acres. After reapplication, only 34 farms are currently
enrolled, totaling 4,189 acres. Dr. Berryhill has attended the Ag advisory meetings. I have requested to
be involved in the soil and water meetings, which take place every month, and I am in the process of
coordinating with various farm leadership groups, including our extension agent here, to have a sit-
down conversation with them to see if we can engage the agricultural community.
Chairman McKinney volunteered Ms. Wilborn to work with him and Ms. Lynch on identifying a term for
the pillars. McKinney stated that if the board had additions or suggestions to the action plan, email Ms.
Lynch.
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Director Report:
Ms. Lynch distributed a highlight sheet, and I also provided you with some upcoming events of interest,
including the Good Morning coffee hour tomorrow and some county updates. We made a significant
announcement today regarding the sale of North Park to Spuntech. Noting the considerable effort that
went into it, I look forward to continuing to work with Spuntech.
Lynch noted that many of the things Commissioner Wilborn mentioned are already taking place,
including DOT meetings, Carolina Core, and Kerr Tar meetings. Lynch echoed the city manager's
comment that “we're in the wrong division to secure a significant amount of funding.” Industry visits
have been ongoing since Bryan's arrival. They may look different, but they are functioning much better
and more efficiently. The monthly stat sheet that the previous board requested will not be distributed
on a monthly basis. Dr. McKinney requested that it be provided quarterly, which is something the board
has asked us to continue. I want to inform you that we are still working with Kerr Tar on a contract to
start identifying land, and we are collaborating with Kerr Tar on a tourism project that will last the entire
year. I attended the meeting on that two weeks ago, and it seems like a project I will work on with
agriculture and tourism, along with all the other counties in the Kerr Tar region.
Ms. Lynch attended the RTRP meeting, where one of the topics discussed was Duke Power's need to
reevaluate its approach to economic development and handle requests, given the high volume it is
receiving. Small Modular Reactors are actually on a 10-year construction timeline, and we are looking at
42 to 48 months for some substations. However, there is still a significant issue with supply and
demand. Duke is still lacking in supply. Duke is also feeling the burden of growth quite a bit.
Ms. Lynch was excited yesterday to attend the breakfast for Dr. Senegal. She had a representative from
the county school system come up and thank me for hiring Bryan and placing him in that role, where he
is doing great work with the school system. Economic development has been an excellent partner for
them, and she expressed her gratitude for all we are doing. I think we should all be proud that some of
the plans we put in place are working, and we're receiving a lot of appreciation. The county is
collaborating with NC State to recruit summer interns for the local industry.
Mr. Perry stated that he had informed everyone about Durham County's plan to extend its bike
pathway, connecting us as a county. Perry questions the plans. Mr. Lockhart responded that Mr. John
Hill, the director of Parks and Rec, has been conducting community engagements for at least the last
couple of years regarding the park and specifically this rail-to-air conversion, and it's something that
will continue to be improved. So yes, that is already part of the plan.
Ms. Cathy stated that the DOT is a partner in this project and is providing significant funding because
this is a regional initiative with the potential to expand into other counties. Consequently, the DOT is a
partner; there are also nonprofit partners involved. We’re all collaborating with Roxboro, Durham
County, and Person County to unify these areas. Mr. Allen questioned who would be in control and
which body would maintain the trail. Ms. Cathy answered that while the DOT controls the land, it
transitions to a county project for building and maintenance.
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Mr. Long asked Ms. Lynch if there were any updates on Microsoft's needs. Ms. Lynch stated that she
deals with Microsoft on a very regular basis. To answer the question, no, we don't know anything for
sure. Ms. Lynch re-emphasized what John Nelms said: they are having quite a few growing pains right
now, and she didn't know if that could be causing an issue, but I have a feeling it is playing a part. The
conversation continues as they share their needs and answer questions about what they may or may
not do. There are ongoing conversations, but we cannot say anything publicly that's definite. Long
questions: If there is any interest in GKN, Lynch notes that she has submitted the building a couple of
times but hasn't received a response.
Mr. Blackwell mentioned that he received an email regarding something titled "The Power of
Cooperatives Driving Social and Economic Change." It is scheduled for Tuesday, April 15, from B:00 am
to 3:30 pm, and will be held at the NC State farm for a fee of $30.
Chairman Report:
None
Next Meetin g:
The next meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. in the Person County
EDC Board Room, located at 303 S. Morgan St., Roxboro, NC
Adjournment:
A motion was made, seconded, and unanimously passed to adjourn the meeting at
approximately 5:51 p.m.
Motion: Mr. Phillip Allen Second: Mr. Jay Poindexter
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Date: February 25, 2025
Time: 4:00 pm
Location: EDC Boardroom, 303 S. Morgan St., Roxboro, NC 27573
Regularly-Scheduled Meeting Agenda
Time Item Leader
4:00 Welcome Dr. Scott McKinney, Chairman
4:01 Invocation Mr. G. Phillip Allen, Vice-Chairman
4:02
Approval of the Minutes
**Request a motion to approve the January 28,
2025 Meeting Minutes
Dr. Scott McKinney, Chairman
4:03 Land Use Plan Information Dr. Scott McKinney, Chairman
4:05 Foreign Trade Zone Information Dr. Scott McKinney, Chairman
4:10 Industrial Property Update Dr. Scott McKinney, Chairman
Ms. Brandy Lynch, ED Director
4:15 Action Plan Follow-up Discussion Ms. Brandy Lynch, ED Director
4:35 Director’s Report Ms. Brandy Lynch, ED Director
4:50 Chairman’s Report Dr. Scott McKinney, Chairman
5:00
Next Meeting
Set for March 25, 2025, 4:00 pm, EDC Boardroom,
303 S. Morgan St., Roxboro, NC 27573
Dr. Scott McKinney, Chairman
5:00 **Adjourn Dr. Scott McKinney, Chairman
**Action Requested
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Free Trade Zone Information
For Person County Businesses
Updated 02/08/2025
Foreign-trade zones are designated sites licensed by the Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZ) Board at
which special customs procedures may be used. The U.S. Secretary of Commerce is Chairperson
of the FTZ Board. These procedures allow domestic activity involving foreign items to take
place prior to formal customs entry. Duty-free treatment is accorded items that are re-exported
and duty payment is deferred on items sold in the U.S. market, thus offsetting customs
advantages available to overseas producers who compete with producers located in the United
States.
Person County is in the Greater Research Triangle Zone, also known as Zone #93. Zone #93 is
administered by the Central Pines Regional Council, previously known as the Triangle J Council
of Governments. FTZ #93 serves the Research Triangle region across 15 counties - Chatham,
Durham, Franklin, Granville, Harnett, Johnston, Lee, Moore, Orange, Person, Sampson, Vance,
Wake, Warren, and Wilson counties.
Link to Official Website of the International Trade Association FTZ Board:
https://www.trade.gov/about-ftzs
Link to Central Pines Regional Council FTZ page:
https://www.centralpinesnc.gov/community-economic-development/triangle-j-economic-
development-district/foreign-trade-zone
Key Contacts:
Mike Hubbard
Director of International Trade
mike.hubbard@edpnc.com
(919) 447-7757
Alex Halloway
Economic Development Planner
Central Pines Regional Council
4307 Emperor Blvd., Suite 110
Durham, NC 27703
ahalloway@tjcog.org
(919) 558-9402
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Representative Sources of Information
Available Industrial Property in Person County
Updated 02/08/2025
Century 21 Commercial
https://commercial.century21.com/
CommercialCafe
https://www.commercialcafe.com/commercial-real-estate/us/nc/person-county/
CommercialSearch
https://www.commercialsearch.com/commercial-real-estate/us/nc/person-county/
Crexi.com
https://www.crexi.com/lease/properties
LandWatch
https://www.landwatch.com/north-carolina-land-for-sale/person-county/commercial-property
LoopNet
https://www.loopnet.com
PropertyShark
https://www.propertyshark.com/cre/commercial-real-estate/us/nc/person-county/
Person County Economic Development regularly provides information about industrial sites to
the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina.
EDPNC
Main page of web site:
https://edpnc.com/
“Find A Site” “Site Search” tab on main page of web site:
https://properties.zoomprospector.com/northcarolina
Summary and full detailed reports about available properties are easily downloaded from the
web site.
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What are Foreign Trade Zones?
A designated U.S location offering
companies special procedures to help
encourage U.S activity- in competition
with foreign alternatives- by allowing
delayed or reduced duty payments on
foreign merchandise, as well as other
savings.
In other words...
Foreign trade zones
help U.S businesses
compete in the global
economy by leveling
the global playing field.
There are more than
U.S foreign trade zones across the
country. In North Carolina alone , there
are four foreign trade zones.
you import and/or export products or
components and assembles, exhibits,
cleans, manipulates, manufactures,
mixes, processes, relabels, repackages,
repairs, salvages, samples, stores, test,
displays, and/or destroys them.
Foreign Trade Zone #93 is
near you.
Benefits? What benefits?Your business might benefit if...
Wow! How many are there?
250
Duty Exemption
Duty Deferral
Inverted Tariff
Logistical or Other Benefits
Advancing Global Competitiveness for Business in the Greater Triangle
Triangle J Council of Governments is the Grantee of FTZ #93
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February 11, 2025
Mr. Brooks Lockhart
City Manager
105 South Lamar Street
Roxboro, NC 27573
Proposal for Updating the Roxboro Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
1. Introduction
The Roxboro Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) 2017–2036 serves as a strategic guide for infrastructure
investment, ensuring the sustainability and efficiency of the City’s water, wastewater, and related public
utility systems. Given evolving infrastructure needs, regulatory requirements, and potential economic
and demographic shifts, an update to this plan is necessary to maintain its relevance and effectiveness.
This proposal outlines the approach and scope of work for updating the CIP to reflect the City's current
and future needs while optimizing funding strategies and prioritizing critical infrastructure
improvements.
2. Objectives of the CIP Update
The primary goals of this update include:
• Assessing the Current Infrastructure Condition: Reviewing the adequacy and condition of
existing facilities, including water supply, treatment plants, wastewater collection, and
distribution systems.
• Incorporating Recent Developments: Factoring in newly completed projects, updated growth
forecasts, and recent changes in regulations or environmental considerations.
• Prioritizing Infrastructure Needs: Evaluating aging infrastructure, capacity constraints, and
emerging needs to develop a prioritized investment plan.
• Optimizing Funding Strategies: Identifying potential funding sources, grants, and financing
options to support future capital improvements.
• Enhancing Long-Term Sustainability: Integrating resilience and sustainability considerations
into capital planning, ensuring long-term serviceability and regulatory compliance.
3. Scope of Work
The CIP update will be structured into the following key tasks:
Task 1: Data Collection & Review
• Review the existing Roxboro CIP 2017–2036 document.
• Gather updated data on infrastructure conditions, demand trends, and regulatory changes.
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• Consult with City officials, engineers, and key stakeholders to understand emerging challenges
and priorities.
Task 2: Infrastructure Assessment
• Evaluate the condition and performance of water treatment, wastewater treatment, and
distribution facilities.
• Identify deficiencies, capacity limitations, and rehabilitation needs.
• Assess the impact of recent infrastructure improvements and ongoing maintenance efforts.
Task 3: Growth & Demand Forecasting
• Include updated population and demand projections for water and wastewater services
provided by the City.
• Identify potential economic or industrial developments that could affect service capacity.
• Consider climate resilience and environmental factors impacting long-term infrastructure needs.
Task 4: Capital Project Prioritization
• Reassess previously identified capital improvement projects based on urgency, funding
availability, and strategic impact.
• Develop a revised project list with cost estimates, phasing plans, and funding strategies.
• Rank projects based on regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, service reliability, and financial
feasibility.
Task 5: Financial Planning & Funding Strategies
• Evaluate current and potential funding sources, including grants, state and federal funding
programs, and bond options.
• Identify opportunities for cost-saving measures and innovative financing mechanisms.
Task 6: Final Report & Recommendations
• Develop an updated Capital Improvement Plan with a 20-year planning horizon.
• Present findings and recommendations to City officials and stakeholders for feedback.
• Provide a final document outlining proposed projects, funding strategies, and an implementation
timeline.
4. Deliverables
• Updated Roxboro CIP Report (including project prioritization and cost estimates).
5. Timeline & Project Schedule
We anticipate completing this update within 6 months, structured as follows:
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• Month 1-2: Data Collection & Stakeholder Engagement.
• Month 3: Infrastructure Assessment & Demand Forecasting.
• Month 4: Project Prioritization & Financial Planning.
• Month 5: Draft CIP Report & Review.
• Month 6: Finalization & Presentation.
6. Budget & Fees
The estimated cost for the CIP update, inclusive of data collection, stakeholder engagement,
infrastructure assessment, financial cost estimates, and final reporting, is $80,000.
7. Conclusion
Updating the Roxboro Capital Improvement Plan is essential to ensuring the long-term sustainability
and efficiency of the City’s infrastructure. Our team is committed to delivering a data-driven, financially
sound, and strategically prioritized CIP update that aligns with the City’s vision and operational needs.
We appreciate the opportunity to support this initiative and look forward to collaborating on this
important project.
Sincerely,
LaBella Associates, P.C.
Keith Garbrick, P.E.
Regional Manager
Senior Vice President
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Strategic Plan Review
Board of Commissioners Annual Retreat
Feb. 18, 2025
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Overview
FY25-27 Strategic Plan adopted February 20, 2024.
Includes vision and mission statements, organizational values and five
strategic focus areas with associated goals and strategies.
Goals provide a two-to four-year view of priorities.
Strategies describe specific tasks, outputs and/or outcomes intended to be
accomplished over the next one to two fiscal years.
FY25 budget process incorporated the strategic plan.
First quarterly report provided on October 21, 2024. Second quarterly
report is pending.
The plan is a guiding document for elected officials, staff, and volunteers.
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Economic Opportunity and Growth
Creating and sustaining the conditions to facilitate economic development, security, and prosperity
Goal 1: Recruit,grow, and retain business
and industry
Goal 2: Develop and maintain infrastructure
that enhances quality of life
Goal 3: Ensure the development process is
thorough, accessible and efficient
Goal 4: Expand Raleigh Regional Airport at
Person County to facilitate economic
opportunity and growth
1.1 Attract new businesses that create well-
paying jobs, add to the tax base and provide
valued services and products
Economic Development)
2.1 Support completion of the City of
Roxboro’s Western Sewer Project
Administration, GIS)
3.1 Reduce the time that it takes to issue
environmental health, zoning and building
permits
Environmental Health, Planning and
Zoning, Inspections., GIS)
4.1 Complete runway strengthening project
General Services)
1.2 Expand and support existing businesses
Economic Development)
2.2 Evaluate needs for water and sewer
expansion outside the city limits
Administration, Economic Development)
3.2 Consolidate planning ordinances into a
user-friendly and up-to-date unified
development ordinance
Planning and Zoning)
4.2 Complete beginning phases of runway
extension project
General Services)
1.3 Work with partners to create and
support opportunities for the current and
future workforce to learn and develop new
skills
Economic Development)
2.3 Partner with NC DIT to provide
broadband to all unserved and underserved
areas
Administration, GIS)
4.3 Secure funding for and construct box
hangars
General Services)
2.4 Complete Person County Trail Feasibility
Study and work with partners to implement
recommendations
Recreation, Arts, and Parks, Administration,
GIS, Planning and Zoning, Soil and Water)
4.4 Design and secure funding to renovate
or build new terminal
General Services)
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Capital Investment
Being good stewards of public funds and support in developing and maintaining facilities and other
resources
Goal 5: Sustain the capital planning
process
Goal 6: Ensure county facilities meet the needs of the public and
employees
Goal 7: Provide modern, safe, and accessible learning and working
environments for Person County Schools (PCS) and Piedmont
Community College (PCC)
5.1 Develop and adequately fund a five-
year Capital Improvement Plan annually
Finance)
6.1 Negotiate lease renewal or purchase of Human Services Building
or secure new facility prior to Aug. 2025
Administration, General Services, Finance, Social Services, Health,
IT)
7.1 Fund PCS ADA and safety projects with bond issuances in FY25
and FY27
Finance)
5.2 Maintain a healthy debt affordability
model per established financial policies
Finance)
6.2 Complete PI/MRF construction and physical and operational
merger before May 2025
Person Industries, General Services, Administration, IT)
7.2 Partner with the PCS to evaluate population/ enrollment growth,
class size mandates, etc. to determine need for new construction
Administration, Planning and Zoning, Inspections, GIS)
6.3. Utilize facility feasibility assessment to plan for current and
future needs of the Emergency Services Department
Emergency Services, General Services, Finance, Administration, IT)
7.3 Partner with PCC to plan for and fund the Center for Health,
Advanced Technology & Trades (CHATT)
Administration, Finance)
6.4 Complete construction and open “County Farm” park
Recreation, Arts, and Parks, GIS, Soil and Water, Planning and
Zoning, Administration)
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Lifelong Learning
Supporting the educational, learning and skill development activities of all Person County residents
Goal 8: Support our educational partners, Person County Schools (PCS) and Piedmont
Community College (PCC)
Goal 9: Work with partners to create and support opportunities for the current and future
workforce to learn and develop new skills
8.1 Increase funding to support improvements in pre-K-12 education
Administration, Finance)
9.1 Offer education-based programs for all ages and expand outreach through
partnerships with community organizations
Library, Cooperative Extension, Recreation, Arts and Parks, Soil and Water, Health)
8.2 Ensure funding meets PCC’s operational needs
Administration, Finance)
9.2 Partner with PCC and PCS to offer programs to develop skills for employment in
county positions with a concentrated focus on areas of critical need
Administration, Human Resources, Other Departments)
8.3 Ensure the 6-14 Workforce Pipeline remains strong
Economic Development)
9.3 Increase participation and work opportunities for parents through the Work First
Family Assistance Program
Social Services)
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Service Excellence
Prioritizing the provision of stellar internal and external service through efficient operations, fiscal
responsibility and transparent communications
Goal 10: Identify, attract, and onboard the most qualified
individuals whose skills, experience, and values align with
our mission, fostering a culture of excellence
Goal 11: Proactively meet the changing
needs of the community
Goal 12: Enhance transparency and
communication
Goal 13: Promote fiscal responsibility
and financial sustainability
10.1 Enhance recruitment strategies and streamline
selection processes that aggressively seek out the best
talent to fill county positions and minimize position
vacancy time
Human Resources)
11.1 Monitor and analyze population
growth and demographic changes and
structure services to meet changing
needs
Administration, Inspections, Planning
and Zoning, GIS, All Departments)
12.1 Implement provisions of Public
Records Request Policy and online
public records request platform
Administration)
13.1 Minimize tax increases based on
necessity
Administration, Finance, All
Departments)
10.2 Offer a competitive compensation program
Human Resources)
11.2 Measure progress and update the
strategic plan
Administration)
12.2 Conduct a community survey
Administration)
13.2 Develop and implement an
annual balanced budget and capital
improvement plan
Administration, Finance)
10.3 Offer professional development opportunities and a
supportive work environment to attract and retain a
talented workforce
Human Resources)
11.3 Work with partners to improve
digital equity and inclusion
Cooperative Extension, Administration,
Digital Equity Taskforce)
12.3 Offer a Citizens Academy
Administration)
13.3 Hire a grant writer and capitalize
on grant opportunities
Finance, All Departments)
10.4 Offer leadership education to build the skills of
current and future leaders in decision-making,
communications, problem solving, team building, and
adaptability
Human Resources)
12.4 Improve online access to public
meeting materials and county
ordinances and policies
Administration, IT)
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Quality of Life
Working collaboratively with the community to ensure that Person County remains a great place to
work, live and play
Goal 14: Enhance public safety and community wellbeing Goal 15: Promote healthy communities Goal 16: Preserve and celebrate rural character and
lifestyle
14.1 Enhance the resiliency of the community by
coordinating and collaborating the emergency and disaster
mitigation, preparedness, prevention, response and
recovery activities
Emergency Services)
15.1 Improve access to healthcare services
Health, Social Services, Veterans Services, Emergency
Services, Administration)
16.1 Implement conservation programs
Soil and Water)
14.2 Strengthen partnerships with law enforcement
agencies, community organizations, and residents to
address root causes of crime
Sheriff)
15.2 Promote healthy lifestyles and behaviors
Health, Recreation, Arts and Parks, Library, Cooperative
Extension, Social Services, Veterans Services,
Administration, Emergency Services)
16.2 Promote agri-business and agri-tourism
Cooperative Extension, Planning and Zoning)
14.3 Support volunteer fire departments' efforts to
maintain or lower their ISO ratings and provide greater
protection to the community
Emergency Services)
15.3 Develop and implement plan for utilizing Opioid
Settlement Funds
Health, Emergency Services, EMS, Opioid Settlement
Advisory Committee, Administration)
14.4 Promote responsible pet ownership and public safety
Animal Services, Sheriff)
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Person County Summary as of 02/08/2025
710 S. Foushee St.
Address:710 S. Foushee St.
City:Roxboro
County:Person County
Zip Code:27573
Min Size:825 sqft
Max Size:1,750 sqft
Company: Person County Economic Development
Contact Name: Brandy Lynch
Cell: 3365831033
Email: blynch@personcountync.gov
Bryce Williamson
Address:140 Somerset Church Road
City:Roxboro
County:Person County
Zip Code:27573
Min Size:10,000 sqft
Max Size:10,000 sqft
Company: Person County Economic Development
Contact Name: Brandy Lynch
Cell: 3365831033
Email: blynch@personcountync.gov
415 Semora Rd.
Address:415 Semora Rd.
City:Roxboro
County:Person County
Zip Code:27573
Min Size:3,100 sqft
Max Size:3,100 sqft
Company: Person County Economic Development
Contact Name: Brandy Lynch
Cell: 3365831033
Email: blynch@personcountync.gov
North Park Site
Address:North Park Drive
City:Roxboro
County:Person County
Zip Code:27574
Min Size:26 acres
Max Size:26 acres
Company: Person County Economic Development
Contact Name: Brandy Lynch
Cell: 3365831033
Email: blynch@personcountync.gov
1190 Roby Barton Road
Address:1190 Roby Barton Road
City:Timberlake
County:Person County
Zip Code:27583
Min Size:246,079 sqft
Max Size:246,079 sqft
Company: Person County Economic Development
Contact Name: Brandy Lynch
Cell: 3365831033
Email: blynch@personcountync.gov
Office | Retail
Industrial
Office
Industrial
Industrial
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2473 Durham Rd
Address:2473 Durham Rd
City:Roxboro
County:Person County
Zip Code:27573
Min Size:88,000 sqft
Max Size:88,000 sqft
Company: Person County Economic Development
Contact Name: Brandy Lynch
Cell: 3365831033
Email: blynch@personcountync.gov
50 Providence
Address:50 Providence Rd.
City:Roxboro
County:Person County
Zip Code:27573
Min Size:260,000 sqft
Max Size:260,000 sqft
Column Spacing:826 ft
Company: Person County Economic Development
Contact Name: Brandy Lynch
Cell: 3365831033
Email: blynch@personcountync.gov
1000 N. Park Drive Roxboro, NC 27574
Address:1000 N. Park Drive Roxboro, NC 27574
City:Roxboro
County:Person County
Zip Code:27574
Min Size:342,697 sqft
Max Size:342,697 sqft
Company: Person County Economic Development
Contact Name: Brandy Lynch
Cell: 3365831033
Email: blynch@personcountync.gov
2300 Old Durham Rd.
Address:2300 Old Durham Rd.
City:Roxboro
County:Person County
Zip Code:27573
Min Size:131,458 sqft
Max Size:131,458 sqft
Company: Person County Economic Development
Contact Name: Brandy Lynch
Cell: 3365831033
Email: blynch@personcountync.gov
2727 Durham Road
Address:2727 Durham Road
City:Roxboro
County:Person County
Zip Code:27573
Min Size:9.50 acres
Max Size:9.50 acres
Company: Person County Economic Development
Contact Name: Brandy Lynch
Cell: 3365831033
Email: blynch@personcountync.gov
Lucy Garrett Road Property
Address:455 Lucy Garrett Road
City:Roxboro
County:Person County
Zip Code:27574
Min Size:78,396 sqft
Max Size:78,396 sqft
Company: Person County Economic Development
Contact Name: Brandy Lynch
Cell: 3365831033
Email: blynch@personcountync.gov
Industrial
Industrial
General | Industrial
Industrial
Commercial | Industrial | Retail
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3321 Durham Road
Address:3321 Durham Road
City:Roxboro
County:Person County
Zip Code:27573
Min Size:282,885 sqft
Max Size:282,885 sqft
Company: Person County Economic Development
Contact Name: Brandy Lynch
Cell: 3365831033
Email: blynch@personcountync.gov
Industrial
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Highlights
January 2025-February 2025
• Staff met with Kerr Tar’s new Business Service Manager, Lisa Holland.
Staff is working with Lisa and NC Works to host a job fair in April that
will be held in Person County.
• The new grant writer for Person County is looking for any possible
grants for Economic Development.
• The redevelopment of the Economic Development website is
progressing well. The merger from the old site and testing are now in
progress. As a reminder, we do not have access to change
anything on the current website.
• RTRP is having an extensive marketing campaign coming soon. They
are still very focused on ag tech.
• Attended a launch meeting on the tourism project with Kerr Tar and
Uplift.
• Brandy attended a reception hosted by the Carolina Core;
representatives from the governor's office attended. Brandy had a
one-on-one conversation with the Secretary of Commerce.
• Staff has collaborated with NC State to bring interns to Person
County Industries this summer. Three companies are interested, and
six interns are possible so far.
Upcoming Events of Interest
• Economic Development staff will attend the NCEDA Spring Conference,
NC Main Street Conference, and NC Rural Summit
• The Wall that Heals will be on display from May 1-4 at the Rock Athletic
Complex
• Roxboro Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting Good Morning Coffee
Hour with the Person County Veterans Council on February 26 at 8:00 am
at Golden Corral.
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Information for the EDC Advisory Board
Person County Updates
o The EDC Resolution will be on the agenda for the March 3
Commissioner meeting.
o The County hired a new Chief financial officer.
o Person County Departmental Budget presentations start next week.
o Person County Commissioner Royster will attend the NaCo (National
Association of Counties conference in March.
o Person County's first Civics Academy is full and has a waiting list.
o Raleigh Regional Airport was highlighted in the 2025 State of
Aviation Report. The airport contributes to North Carolina's
economy by supporting 240 jobs, generating $21,360,000 in state
and local tax revenues, and creating $66,010,000 in economic
output.
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