10-20-2025 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
October 20, 2025
9:00 a.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.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.
6.DISCUSSION/ADJUSTMENT/APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
A.October 6, 2025 Minutes (pgs.3-9)
B.Budget Amendment #8 (pgs.10-11)
7.NEW BUSINESS
A.America 250 Update (pgs.12-20)....................................................................Kim Strickland
B.Acceptable Technology Use Policy (pgs.21-26)............................................ Chris Puryear
C.Appointments to Boards and Committees (pgs.27-36)...................................Michele Solomon
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8.CHAIRMAN’S REPORT
9.MANAGER’S REPORT
10.COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS/COMMENTS
11.CLOSED SESSION
A.Closed Session #1 per General Statute 143-318.11(a)(6) for the purpose to discuss
personnel with the following individuals permitted to attend: County Manager
Katherine Cathey.
Note: All Items on the Agenda are for Discussion and Action as deemed appropriate by
the Board.
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PERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS October 6, 2025
MEMBERS PRESENT OTHERS PRESENT
Kyle Puryear Katherine M. Cathey, County Manager
Jason Thomas Michele Solomon, Clerk to the Board
Sherry Wilborn T.C. Morphis, Jr., County Attorney
Antoinetta Royster
Donald Long
The Board of Commissioners for the County of Person, North Carolina, met in
Regular session on Monday October 6, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the Person County Office
Building Auditorium 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 5-0 to approve the
agenda.
PUBLIC HEARING:
ADDITION OF THOMAS PLACE TO BE ADDED TO THE DATABASE OF
ROADWAY NAMES FOR E-911 DISPATCHING
A motion was made by Vice-Chairman Thomas and carried 5-0 to open the duly
advertised public hearing for the Addition of Thomas Place to be added to the Database
of Roadway Names for E-911 Dispatching.
GIS Director Sallie Vaughn stated that she is requesting the addition of Thomas
Place, a private roadway, be added to the database of roadway names for E-911. She stated
that the owners of a previously unused single-wide have decided to reconnect power and
begin using the home. She stated that the driveway to this home will now serve four
houses, which invokes the ordinance regulating addresses and road naming within the
County. She stated that the family is the Thomas family, who is in attendance tonight. She
stated that they unanimously chose Thomas Place, as the road name. She stated that the
name does meet all local and state requirements, and it is her recommendation that the
Board approve the roadway name.
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There were no individuals that appeared before the Board to speak in favor of or in
opposition to the Addition of Thomas Place to be added to the Database of Roadway
Names for E-911 Dispatching.
A motion was made by Commissioner Wilborn and carried 5-0 to close the public
hearing for the Addition of Thomas Place to be added to the Database of Roadway Names
for E-911 Dispatching.
CONSIDERATION TO GRANT OR DENY THE ADDITION OF THOMAS
PLACE TO BE ADDED TO THE DATABASE OF ROADWAY NAMES FOR E-
911 DISPATCHING
A motion was made by Commissioner Wilborn and carried 5-0 approve the
Addition of Thomas Place to be added to the Database of Roadway Names for E-911
Dispatching.
PUBLIC HEARING:
TEXT AMENDMENT TA-07-25, REVISED, FOR ADOPTION OF THE
AMENDMENTS TO THE SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEM ORDINANCE
County Attorney T.C. Morphis, Jr. stated that late last week he spoke to the
attorney for Cypress Creek, and they indicated that they would like to ask the Board to
continue this matter so that they can continue their community outreach. He stated that
Cypress Creek acknowledges that this is a complicated ordinance, and they want to make
sure that people understand what is being proposed. He stated that the request from
Cypress Creek is for the Board to open the public hearing, without allowing any speakers
to speak, and continue it to a future date. He stated that it is a very common practice with
local governments. He stated that the Board can choose to open the public hearing and
continue it to a date certain. He stated if the Board chooses to continue the public hearing,
the names of those that have signed up to speak will be kept, and the Board will allow
more citizens to speak when the hearing is held.
A motion was made by Commissioner Wilborn and carried 5-0 to open the duly
advertised public hearing for Text Amendment TA-07-25, revised, for adoption of
the amendments to the Solar Energy System Ordinance.
A motion was made by Commissioner Wilborn and carried 5-0 to continue the
Public Hearing to the first Board of Commissioners’ Meeting in February 2026.
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Chairman Puryear expressed appreciation for those in attendance for the hearing
and for those that signed up to speak. He stated that it shows that they are passionate about
this important issue. He stated that their presence being here speaks volumes and that the
Board wants to make sure that their voice is heard when the time is right.
INFORMAL COMMENTS:
The following individuals appeared before the Board to make informal comments:
Michael Johnson of 148 Hickson Road, Roxboro stated that he is the head football
coach at Person High School. He stated that he was born and raised in Person County. He
stated that he has been here all his life. He stated that in his time here as a little guy, the
County offered Pee-Wee Football. He stated that Pee-Wee Football was an important
building stone to Person County and an important building block to Person High School
and the middle schools. He stated that one thing he wanted to invest in, especially as the
head coach, is trying to bring back Pee-Wee Football for the kids. He stated that at the
high school, they engage in every student having something to do and having a sport that
they can relate to. He stated that they are not doing the kids a service by not having Pee-
Wee Football. He stated that the kids should have every sport to pick from. He stated that
Pee-Wee Football is a great building block for football in general. He stated that it helps
build fundamentals, gets kids out and active, and helps build them up in character and
discipline. He stated that football is a game of discipline. He stated that he currently has
kids on his team that do not know the fundamentals of football and that it is tough to
compete in a conference, while having to teach kids that haven’t picked up the basics of
football. He stated that he feels the County has not done the justice of getting kids prepped
right for football, as there is not an option for them. He stated that as a coach, he is willing
to do anything to help. He stated that flag football is not enough, as you do not get those
fundamentals. He stated that the only way you get better at something is repetition. He
stated that the County has his support and he will help and do what is needed to bring back
Pee-Wee Football.
Chris Dickerson of 85 Cornerstone Lane, Timberlake stated that he is the head
football coach for Northern Middle School and a full-time Police Captain with the
Roxboro Police Department. He stated that he was born and raised in Person County and
has been here all his life. He stated that he is in agreement with Coach Johnson. He stated
that Person County needs Pee-Wee Football. He stated that what he is seeing with the lack
of Pee-Wee Football in this county, is when the kids are eligible to play football in their
seventh-grade year, they are coming in green as grass, and they literally do not know how
to tackle or know anything about football. He stated there is a lack of discipline and that
discipline is an absolute need in all sports.
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Dickerson stated that he is dedicating himself to be able to put forth the best effort
that he can for these kids. He stated that he would assist in any way needed to bring Pee-
Wee Football back to Person County.
DISCUSSION/ADJUSTMENT/APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA:
A motion was made by Commissioner Wilborn and carried 5-0 to approve the
Consent Agenda with the following items and to Amend Item E to reflect the same
language for all nonprofits:
A. September 15, 2025 Minutes
B. Budget Amendment #6
C. Budget Amendment #7
D. Person County Schools’ Request for Lottery Project Application Approvals
from the Public-School Building Repair & Renovation Fund
E. Person County Museum of History FY26 Funding Agreement- Amend to reflect
the same language for all nonprofits
F. Person County Health Department Fee Request
G. Resolution Amending the 2025 Schedule of Regular Meetings for the Person
County Board of Commissioners
H. Resolution Appointing Review Officers
I. FY26 ROAP Distribution Authorization
NEW BUSINESS:
VETERANS COUNCIL FIRST RESPONDER MEMORIAL
Assistant County Manager/Human Services Director Brian Hart stated that standing
alongside him are members of the Person Veterans Council. He stated that Person Veterans
Council President Alan Whitlow submitted a proposal for the First Responder Memorial to
be placed at the Huck Sansbury Complex and is requesting a one-time contribution from the
County in the amount of $1,000. He stated that the Veterans Council believe such a tribute
to our first responders is well overdue and that a significant majority of the population would
support building a memorial to honor our dedicated first responders. He stated that the
Veterans Council received support from the Recreation Advisory Board during their June
meeting and that Arts, Parks and Recreation Director John Hill is also in support of the
location.
Person Veterans Council President Alan Whitlow stated that this memorial is long
overdue. He stated that when he travels, he looks at Veteran Parks and Memorials in
different towns and has noticed several had first responder memorials. He stated that there
is one as close as Yanceyville. He stated that they have a very nice huge marble stone that
recognizes their first responders.
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Whitlow stated that if Yanceyville, Caswell County can do this, why hasn’t Person
County done this. He stated that Person County has not done this, as no one has asked for
it. He stated that is where the idea came from, who better that than the Person Veterans
Council to ask for it. He stated that the Person Veterans Council bylaws do not allow
anything in the Veterans Park that is not veteran-related. He stated that the memorial needed
to be on county land, and it seems appropriate for it to be placed at Huck Sansbury, across
from the Charters of Freedom.
Commissioner Wilborn stated, as the wife of a first responder, she was thankful to
the Veterans Council for recognizing what first responders do and for leading this effort.
A motion was made by Commissioner Royster to approve the request for the
Veterans Council First Responder Memorial to be placed at the Huck Sansbury Complex
and a one-time contribution in the amount of $1,000. Commissioner Long stated that he
would like for the Board to approve the initial cost estimate of $4,000.
An amended motion was made by Commissioner Royster and carried 5-0 to
approve the request for the Veterans Council First Responder Memorial to be placed at the
Huck Sansbury Complex and a one-time contribution in the amount of $4,000 from the
FY26 Undesignated Contingency Budget.
CHAIRMAN’S REPORT
Chairman Puryear stated that he attended the DSS Employee Appreciation Lunch,
where it was an honor to serve them chicken. He stated that DSS has a lot of hard workers
and that he appreciates all that they do.
MANAGER’S REPORT
County Manager Katherine Cathey introduced Nish Trivedi, the new Planning
Director, and Jay Jennings, the new Planner, for the Planning and Zoning Department. She
stated that she believes that they will make a great team and she looks forward to working
with them.
COMMISSIONER REPORTS/COMMENTS
Vice-Chairman Thomas thanked all for coming to the meeting and for those in
attendance related to solar. He stated that he hopes they all come back in February and let
their feelings be heard. He stated that there was great attendance at the Personality Festival
this past weekend. He expressed thanks to the Chamber for all their hard week.
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Commissioner Wilborn stated that the Leadership Summit is coming up on October
30, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. in the Person County Office Building Auditorium, which is a joint
meeting with the BOC, City Council, and the EDC. She stated that she is excited about
this opportunity to come together with both elected bodies and the EDC to chart the course
of the future. She stated that leading and having aggressive economic development is
really important.
Commissioner Royster stated that she would like to bring awareness to the
community. She stated that October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. She stated
that our community has been impacted, and it is unfortunate that a young mother with
three children lost her life to domestic violence at the end of September. She stated that
domestic violence does not impact just one neighborhood or community, it impacts all of
Person County. She stated that the reason she is so passionate about this topic, as she
never thought it would hit close to home, until it happened to her niece, which gained
statewide media attention. She urged all to think of those who are impacted by domestic
violence in the month of October.
Commissioner Long stated that the veterans have requested an update on the
urgently needed facility within the DSS building. He stated that the delay has been quite
protracted and it needs a completion date. He stated that the urgency is that they do not
have enough waiting rooms or office space, and no privacy. He stated that there is an
outbreak of rabies in Person County. He stated that there have been eight cases. He stated
that he would like to congratulate Mayor Marilyn Newell for her well-deserved Star
Award at the recent Kerr-Tar Council of Government banquet. He stated that the
Recreation department will be doing a survey to gauge the interest in a football league. He
stated we are looking at reduced funding on the federal and state level, and that we need to
start looking at our budget, and at ways to reduce our budget by 10-15% for the 2026 year,
because if we do not, taxes will increase again. He encouraged the County Manager to
start looking at ways to do that.
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A motion was made by Commissioner Wilborn and carried 5-0 to enter into
Closed Sessions at 6:25 p.m.
CLOSED SESSION #1
A motion to enter into Closed Session #1 per General Statute 143-318.11(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
T.C. Morphis, Jr.
CLOSED SESSION #2
A motion to enter into Closed Session #2 per General Statute 143-318.11(a)(3) for the
purpose to consult with the county attorney in order to preserve the attorney-client
privilege to discuss matters related to the lawsuit Person County v. Yarboro
with the following individuals permitted to attend: County Manager Katherine
Cathey, Clerk to the Board Michele Solomon, and County Attorney T.C.
Morphis, Jr.
Chairman Puryear called the closed sessions to order at 6:27 p.m.
A motion was made by Commissioner Wilborn and carried 5-0 to return to open
session at 6:37 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Commissioner Long and carried 5-0 to adjourn the meeting
at 6:39 p.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
General Government 69,978
Public Safety 13,797
Culture and Recreation 462
REVENUES General Fund
Other Revenue 13,797
Charges for Services 462
FBA 69,978
EXPENDITURES Airport Construction Project Fund 128,460
REVENUES Airport Construction Project Fund
Fund Balance Appropriation 128,460
Explanation:
Account Number Account Description
$Revenues
incr. (decr.)
(cr.) dr.
$Expenditures
incr. (decr.)
dr. (cr.)
100-389890 Misc Revs: Insurance Proceeds 11,549
1004310-435300 Sheriff: Maint & Repair/Vehicles 11,549
100-389890 Misc Revs: Insurance Proceeds 2,248
1004310-435300 Sheriff: Maint & Repair/Vehicles 2,248
10055-361414 P&R-Fees-Camps/Classes 462
1006120-430000 P&R-Contracted Services 462
10790-399991 Comm Dev Proj Fund-FBA 69,978
1074270-559811 Mayo Park-Picnic Shelter-Cabins 33,589
1074270-559812 Kirby Rebirth-Studio Top 36,389
40090-399991 Airport Constr Fund-FBA 128,460
4004530-551887 Airport Constr Fund-Rehab Access Rd-Admin 128,460
BUDGET AMENDMENT #8
Recognizing insurance proceeds for vehicle damage repairs in the Sheriff's Department ($13,797); applying
Recreation, Arts & Parks class fees ($462) to Contracted Services for instructor expenses; appropriating
fund balance in the Community Development Project Fund to carry forward remaining cost commitments at
June 30, 2025 for the Mayo Park Picnic Shelter ($33,589) and Kirby Rebirth Projects ($36,389); and
appropriating fund balance in the Airport Construction Project Fund to cover administration costs for the
Rehab Access Road Project at the Raleigh Regional Airport ($128,460).
BUDGET ADJUSTMENT DETAIL
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Totals 212,697 212,697
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AGENDA ABSTRACT
Meeting Date:
October 20, 2025
Agenda Title:
America 250 Update
Summary of Information:
On July 4, 2026, our nation will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the
Declaration of Independence. The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural
Resources (DNCR) is leading the statewide effort to plan for the anniversary. Person County’s
America 250 Planning Committee will provide a brief update on the planned activities for
2026.
Financial Impact:
None
Recommended Action:
Receive update from America 250 Planning Committee.
Submitted By:
Kim Strickland, Public Information Officer
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America 250 Person County
UPDATE BY THE PERSON COUNTY
AMERICA 250 COUNTY COMMITTEE
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National Commemoration
On July 4, 2026, our nation will commemorate the
250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration
of Independence.
The journey toward this historic milestone is an
opportunity to pause and reflect on our nation’s
past, honor the contributions of all Americans, and
look ahead toward the future we want to create for
the next generation and beyond.
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Statewide Activities
The North Carolina Department of Natural and
Cultural Resources (DNCR) is leading the statewide
effort to plan for the commemoration of America’s
250th anniversary. Their goal is to energize robust,
comprehensive, and inclusive programs across ALL of
North Carolina.
DNCR activities will include educational outreach for
schools and families, online resources, traveling
exhibits, and a variety of events.
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Timeline
North Carolina will commemorate the 250th
Anniversary with activities across a multi-year
commemoration, with a focus on 2026. Additional
events will continue through 2033 to reflect our
state’s Revolutionary history.
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Person County Activities
•Special Exhibit at the Person County Museum of History
•Traveling Exhibit Materials featuring Sappony Stories
•Life in Early America Fair at the Person County Museum
of History
•Mt. Tirzah Road Marker & Dedication
•America 250 Art Contest for K-12
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Person County Activities
•Special America 250 presentations during regularly
scheduled events at the Veteran’s Park
•Guest Lectures & Special Learning Activities at the
Person County Public Library
•Block Party in Uptown Roxboro on July 4, 2026
•Special History Features in The Courier Times and
on Person County website
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Person County Committee Members
•Dana Blackwell, Chamber of Commerce
•Rev. Clevie Brandon, Faith Community
•Teresa Burch, Person Veterans Council
•Lynda Clayton, City of Roxboro
•Carrie Currie,Person County Museum of History
•Brian Hart,Person County Government
•Erin Hill, Arts Council
•Julie Maybee,Tourism Development Authority
•Kara Stewart, Sappony Tribe
•Kim Strickland, Person County Government
•Alan Whitlow, Person Veterans Council
•Von Yeager, Person County Public Library
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Questions?
Erin Hill
Director, Cultural Arts
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AGENDA ABSTRACT
Meeting Date:
Oct. 20, 2025
Agenda Title:
Acceptable Technology Use Policy Updates
Summary of Information:
The proposed Acceptable Technology Use Policy includes updates to reflect changes in
processes, responsibilities, technology, and reporting. The language has been updated to
include all representatives of Person County Government including employees, contractors,
elected officials, etc. Additionally, the attorney has advised the inclusion of language related to
compliance with NCGS 143-805.
Financial Impact:
None
Recommended Action:
Approve as presented.
Submitted By:
Chris Puryear, CIO
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Person County Government
Subject: Acceptable Technology Use Policy Effective Date: 11/01/2025
Department: Information Technology Revised: 10/01/25
Prepared by: Chris Puryear, Chief Information Officer # of Pages: 5
Approved by:
PURPOSE:
Person County Government provides access to technology resources to assist its
representatives in the performance of their duties. This access represents considerable
commitment of County resources for telecommunications, networking, licensing,
storage, security, support and computer systems. This policy outlines the expectations
for the use of these resources.
PHILOSOPHY:
All representatives have the responsibility to use technology resources in a
professional, ethical and lawful manner. These resources are business tools provided to
representatives at a significant financial investment. As such, use is expected to be
limited to business-related purposes. This may include communicating and/or
interfacing with residents, other counties, municipalities, state, and federal agencies,
researching relevant business issues and topics, and obtaining useful business
information. When using technology resources, representatives must comply with all
other applicable laws and County policies, including those related to copyrights,
software licensing, confidentiality, data security, appropriate use of County resources,
harassment, and intellectual property. All representatives granted access to County
technology resources will receive a copy of this policy.
DEFINITIONS:
1. CIO: Chief Information Officer
2. CISO: Chief Information Security Officer
3. County: Person County Government and all its associated departments and
branches.
4. Electronic Communications: The transmission of messages, documents, files,
software, images, etc. by electronic means over a phone line or a network
connection. This includes but is not limited to emails, instant messages, and text
messages.
5. Management: County Manager, Assistant County Manager, Human Resources
Director, Chief Information Officer, or highest-ranking department representative.
6. Mobile Device: A portable computing device easily carried on one’s person.
Examples include but are not limited to laptop computers, smartphones, and
tablets.
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7. NCGS 143-805: North Carolina General Statute prohibiting the viewing of
pornography on government networks and devices (ncleg.gov). Annual reporting
of all incidents must be completed by the local CIO/CISO to the State CIO no
later than August 1st.
8. Public Records: Defined and regulated by NCGS 132.
9. Representative: Any individual acting on behalf of Person County Government,
including but not limited to employees, elected officials, contractors, board
appointees, or other authorized agents.
INFORMATION ACCESS, OWNERSHIP, MONITORING, & PRIVACY:
All technology resources and any information transmitted, received, or stored on Person
County systems are the property of Person County Government. Representatives shall
have no expectation of privacy in their use of technology resources as they may be
accessed or inspected by Management at any time without prior notice. Management
reserves the right to access, review, and monitor all system activity—including
voicemail, email, other electronic communications, files, images, and other data—and
may be done for various purposes, including but not limited to investigating theft,
unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information, misuse of systems, or to monitor
workflow and productivity.
PERSONAL USE:
Incidental, non-business use of County technology resources by representatives is
permitted outside of work hours, provided that such use complies with all County
policies and procedures, including monitoring and inspection. The following restrictions
apply:
1. Personal use of a County-owned technology resource is still subject to all the
rules in this policy including inspection and monitoring.
2. There must be no cost to the County.
3. Incidental personal use must be limited in nature and occur only during a
representative’s non-working hours. Personal telephone calls or emails on an
occasional basis may be permitted provided that they do not interfere with a
County representative’s obligation to carry out their duties in a timely and
effective manner.
4. Use must not interfere with other representatives performing their duties or
undermine the use of County resources for official purposes.
5. Use of the County’s technology resources for operating a personal business or
soliciting of any kind is prohibited.
6. Individuals who are not representatives of Person County (including a
representative’s family or friends) are not permitted to use the County’s
technology resources.
7. Personal use of County resources by a representative neither expresses nor
implies sponsorship or endorsement by Person County.
8.Personal use of County technology resources to post or participate in chat
groups, bulletin boards, social media, forums, or similar platforms is prohibited.
Participation in these activities while using County technology resources is only
permitted when conducting official and authorized County business.
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9.Use of third-party email accounts such as Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo and others on
County devices is prohibited. The use of third-party email systems increases the
risk of malware and poses a significant risk to the security of the County’s
systems. Business communication with external parties using third-party email
domains shall occur only through official County accounts.
ADMINISTRATION:
1. Access to technology resources is restricted to those representatives who
demonstrate a legitimate business need. Legitimate business need will be
determined by individual department heads in consultation with the IT
Department.
2. Sending, receiving, soliciting, displaying, printing or otherwise disseminating
material that is fraudulent, harassing, illegal, sexually explicit, obscene,
intimidating, or defamatory is prohibited and may be treated as harassment.
3. The County has systems in place to identify inappropriate or sexually explicit
Internet sites and may block access to all Internet resources that are identified as
such. If a representative is inadvertently connected to a site that contains
sexually explicit or offensive material, the user must disconnect from that site
immediately, regardless of whether that site had been previously deemed
acceptable by any screening or rating system, and notify Person County
Information Technology of the incident for reporting per NCGS 143-805.
4. Any software or files downloaded onto County equipment become the property of
the County. All files/software may be used only in ways that are consistent with
their licenses or copyrights. Representatives may download only software with
direct business use and a representative from Person County IT must be
consulted on the installation of that software.
5. Technology resources shall not be used to deliberately propagate any malicious
or destructive code or device, including but not limited to viruses, worms, Trojan
horses, or use of unauthorized peripherals such as USB storage devices.
6. Technology resources shall not be used to knowingly disable or overload any
computer system or network, or to circumvent any system intended to protect the
privacy or security of technology resources.
7. Representatives should exercise the same care in drafting e-mail,
communicating on forums, etc. as they would for any other written or verbal
communication. Anything created on a computer or the Internet may, and likely
will, be reviewed by others.
8. Use of County technology resources to commit infractions such as misuse of
County assets or resources, sexual harassment and misappropriation or theft of
intellectual property are prohibited.
9. The County reserves the right to disclose the nature and content of any
representatives activities involving County technology resources to law
enforcement officials or other third parties without any prior notice to the
representative.
10. Representatives shall not upload any software licensed to the County or data
owned or licensed by the County without explicit authorization from the manager
responsible for the software or data.
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11. Violations of this policy may result in disciplinary action up to and including
termination, as well as possible civil and criminal liability.
USER RESPONSIBILITIES & SECURITY (including but not limited to):
1. Any representative who obtains a password or ID for a technology resource must
keep that password confidential. User IDs and passwords help maintain
individual accountability for technology resource usage. Individuals must
recognize that if one of the participants in a shared user ID or password
arrangement commits an illegal or unacceptable act, all users with the shared
user ID and password may be implicated. For this reason, shared user IDs and
passwords require explicit approval by the IT Department with documented
business justification.
2. Any material that is downloaded from the Internet must be scanned for viruses
and other destructive code before it is run or accessed. Therefore, any computer
being used to access the Internet will be required to have an approved, up-to-
date and active malicious code detection program installed.
3. Representatives must lock or logoff their computers when they leave the vicinity
of their workstation.
4. Representatives must complete annual security awareness training provided by
the Person County IT Department. Any user who has not completed the training
by August 1st will have their network access suspended until the training is
completed successfully.
5. Representatives must report any suspected or confirmed security incidents,
breaches, or policy violations to the IT Department immediately.
6. The County has designed technology access to assure the safety and security of
the County’s systems. Any representative who attempts to disable, defeat or
circumvent any County security measures shall be subject to disciplinary action,
up to and including immediate dismissal.
7. Files containing sensitive data as defined by applicable federal, state, county, or
departmental data security policies must be encrypted or password-protected
when transferred in any way across the Internet.
8. Person County IT may disable services or tools that pose a security risk or are
not critical to operations.
9. The use of personal file sharing or syncing applications (iCloud, OneDrive,
Google Drive, DropBox, etc.) is prohibited.
10. No external storage devices, personal hardware, or other peripherals may be
connected to any of the County’s technology systems without written consent
from the IT Department.
11. Representatives must not intentionally export or share encryption software or
technology subject to federal export control laws outside the United States.
12. Representatives must securely dispose of electronic devices and media
containing sensitive information in accordance with County guidelines and
procedures.
13. All electronic communications and data created, received, or stored while
conducting business on behalf of Person County are subject to the North
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Carolina Public Records Law (NCGS 132). Representatives shall manage and
retain records in accordance with applicable records retention schedules.
14. Remote access to County systems shall only occur through Person County IT
approved secure methods and is subject to the same monitoring and security
requirements as on-premises use.
"I acknowledge that I have received a copy of Person County’s Acceptable
Technology Use Policy. I fully understand the terms of this policy and agree to
abide by them. I understand that the County’s security systems may monitor and
record my use of technology resources, including but not limited to Internet
activity, files transmitted or received, and electronic communications. I further
acknowledge that I have no expectation of privacy in my use of County technology
resources. I understand that any violation of this policy may result in disciplinary
action, up to and including termination of employment or contract, and may subject
me to civil and/or criminal liability."
Signed by: ________________________________________________________
Representative Signature
Printed Name: _____________________________________________________
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AGENDA ABSTRACT
Meeting Date:
October 20, 2025
Agenda Title:
Appointments to Boards and Committees
Summary of Information:
Attached are interested citizen applications for current vacancies on various boards and
committees. I respectively request that the Board nominate and appoint as deemed appropriate
following your review of the submitted applications of interest.
Financial Impact:
None
Recommended Action:
Appoint volunteers as deemed appropriate.
Submitted By:
Michele Solomon, Clerk to the Board
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Child Fatality Local Team
1 position available for each of the following: a Medical Emergency Services Provider or
Firefighter, and a Parent whose child died before the child reached age eighteen
The following application was received:
Heather Chandler requests appointment as a Medical Emergency Services Provider
representative
Human Services Advisory Committee
1 position available for each of the following: a Representative from the Person County Sheriff’s
Office, A Representative from the Person County Health Department, a Guardian-ad-Litem, a
Past-Service Recipient, and a Representative from the Person Veterans Council
2 positions for the following: Citizen-at-Large
The following applications were received:
Jayne Bremer requests appointment as a Guardian-ad-Litem representative
John Byrd, Sr. requests appointment as a Citizen-at-Large
Sandy Parker request appointment as a Citizen-at Large
Kenneth Perry requests appointment as a Citizen-at-Large
Gerald Wallace requests appointment as a Past-Service Recipient
Jury Commission
2-Year Term: 1 position available
The following application was received:
Velvet Goodwin requests appointment
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