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Guilford County
Meeting Agenda - Final
Board of Commissioners
Thursday, November 5, 2026

5:30 PM

Second Floor, Old County Courthouse

I. INVOCATION
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. WELCOME AND CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Melvin "Skip" Alston

IV. SPEAKERS FROM THE FLOOR
Each speaker will be allowed three (3) minutes to address the Board. Speakers from the
Floor will last for a maximum of thirty (30) minutes.

V. PRESENTATIONS
A.

B.

C.

2026-468

RESOLUTION HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF DORIAN
LARMANDE JACKSON

Requested Action:

Receive a resolution honoring the life and legacy of Dorian
Larmande Jackson.

Sponsors:

Commissioner Frankie T. Jones, Jr.

2026-471

RESOLUTION CELEBRATING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF THE SMITH
FAMILY TO THE GUILFORD COUNTY COMMUNITY

Requested Action:

Receive resolution celebrating the Smith Family's
contributions to the Guilford County community.

Sponsors:

Commissioner Kay Cashion

2026-331

PROCLAIM NOVEMBER 2026 NATIONAL FAMILY CAREGIVERS
MONTH IN GUILFORD COUNTY

Requested Action:

Proclaim November 2026 as National Family Caregivers
Month in Guilford County.

Sponsors:

Commissioner Alan Perdue

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PROCLAIM NOVEMBER 11, 2026 AS VETERANS DAY AND
RECOGNIZE NOVEMBER 4-11, 2026 AS OPERATION GREEN LIGHT
FOR VETERANS IN GUILFORD COUNTY

Requested Action:

Proclaim November 11, 2026, as Veterans Day and
Recognize November 4-11, 2026 as Operation Green Light
For Veterans in Guilford County.

Sponsors:

Commissioner Pat Tillman

2026-460

PROCLAMATION DECLARING NOVEMBER 15-21, 2026 AS NATIONAL
HUNGER AND HOMELESSNESS AWARENESS WEEK

Requested Action:

Proclaim November 15-21, 2026 as National Hunger and
Homelessness Awareness Week in Guilford County.

Sponsors:

Commissioner Brandon Gray-Hill

VI. CONSENT AGENDA
A. BUDGET AMENDMENTS

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BUDGET AMENDMENT: ALIGN ARPA ENABLED BUDGET AFTER
FISCAL YEAR 2026 YEAR END

Background:

As part of the allocation of American Rescue Plan Act
(ARPA) funding, the Guilford County Board of
Commissioners (Board) authorized funding for certain
initiatives through the revenue replacement provisions of
ARPA. These allocations are accounted for in the ARPA
Enabled Fund, with appropriations established separately for
each initiative through the annual Budget Ordinance. This
structure ensures that funding balances are tracked
appropriately and only used for the purposes authorized by
the Board.
During the annual budget development process, staff creates
projections for expenditure and contractual commitments
through the end of the fiscal year to estimate the amount of
funding remaining in each initiative on June 30th. These
estimated remaining balances are included in the adopted
budget, then subsequently reconciled to actual expenditures
and commitments after the fiscal year closes and the true
balances are known.
With the completion of the Fiscal Year 2025-26 year-end
accounting process, budget amendments are necessary to
align Fiscal Year 2026-27 appropriations with the remaining
funding available for each initiative.
This reconciliation is a routine year-end process that ensures
budgeted amounts remain consistent with the Board's
previously approved allocations. The amendments do not
change the total funding authorized for any initiative or impact
planned program activities. The appropriations of fund
balance restore funding already committed to each initiative
and are not uses of unassigned General Fund fund balance.

Requested Action:

Approve budget amendments for the ARPA Enabled Fund.

Budget Impact:

See Attached Memo

Sponsors:

Aaron Brown, Budget

Attachments:

2026-461 Memo

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APPROVE BUDGET AMENDMENT TO RECOGNIZE $463,435 IN
STATE FUNDING FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER BONUSES

Background:

The North Carolina General Assembly authorized a one-time
$1,750 bonus for eligible sworn local law enforcement
officers as part of the FY2026-27 State Budget. The North
Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) is responsible
for distributing funding to local agencies to support the
bonuses and associated employer FICA costs.
The Guilford County Sheriff's Office has been awarded
$463,434.48 based on 246 eligible sworn full-time equivalent
(FTE) positions ($430,500 Bonus + $32,934.48 FICA). The
County is responsible for processing the bonus payments
through its payroll system. The County will reconcile the final
number of eligible FTEs with SBI, which may result in minor
adjustments to the total funding and associated expenditures.
This action will not result in the expenditure of any county
funds.

Requested Action:

Approve a budget amendment to the FY2026-27 General
Fund increasing Federal/State revenues and Law
Enforcement’s appropriations by $463,435 to recognize
funding from the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation
for one-time sworn law enforcement officer bonuses and
associated employer FICA costs.

Budget Impact:

General Fund
$463,435 increase Appropriation in Law Enforcement
$463,435 increase Appropriation in Federal/State Revenues
NO ADDITIONAL COUNTY FUNDS

Sponsors:

Sheriff Danny H. Rogers (Captain Matt Suits)

Attachments:

LEO-Bonus-FAQ

B. CONTRACTS

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JUVENILE DETENTION ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM UPGRADES

Background:

The County has been working to complete a needed access
control system upgrade at the Juvenile Detention Center to
improve facility security and support the safety of County staff
and juvenile detainees. The project was initially solicited in
April 2024 under Bid 20179 and following implementation
challenges and the contractor’s inability to complete the
required access control scope, the County discontinued work
under that contract in October 2025. The project was
subsequently re-solicited in April 2026; however, that
solicitation was rejected in July 2026 to ensure compliance
with changes in North Carolina procurement requirements.
The operational need for the access control improvements
remains significant and has become increasingly urgent.
Following closure of the prior contract, approximately
$253,091 remains available within the existing project budget.
County Purchasing has authorized a bid waiver for this
service based on qualifications, subject matter expertise, and
geographic proximity to Guilford County. Juvenile Detention
is requesting authorization to contract with Cornerstone
Detention Products, Inc. for completion of the access control
improvements. The total cost of the project would be
$509,846.89. Completing these improvements will provide
a more reliable and effective access control system and
strengthen the overall safety and security of the Juvenile
Detention Center.
The equipment is under warranty during the first year of the
contract; however, the County may elect to add a
maintenance package through a future contract amendment
following completion of installation and acceptance of the
system. The proposed maintenance package is priced at
$87,120.66, consisting of $27,635.42 for Year 1, $29,017.19
for Year 2, and $30,468.05 for Year 3. The first year's cost
would be prorated based on the actual commencement date

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following completion of installation. Any future amendment
would be subject to available funding and applicable County
approval requirements.
Requested Action:

Authorize a service agreement with Cornerstone Detention
Products, Inc. in substantial form in the not-to-exceed amount
of $509,846.89 for a total renovation of the Juvenile
Detention access control system and hardware installation.

Budget Impact:

NO ADDITIONAL COUNTY FUNDS

Sponsors:

Doug Logan, Juvenile Detention Director

Attachments:

Bid Waiver PDF
Executive Summary S2601961
Guilford Juvenile Project Cost Confirmation 09-01-2026
PE CONTRACT - 90270630 CORNERSTONE DETENTION PRODUCTS INC 10.20.26.pdf

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HHS-DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES CONTRACT
AMENDMENT WITH VANGUARD PROFESSIONAL STAFFING

Background:

Guilford County Health & Human Services Agency Department of Social Services has utilized contracted
services for staffing in Child Welfare with Vanguard
Professional Staffing for social worker staffing since July
2021. Vanguard Professional Staffing is a reputable talent
management organization specializing in temporary staffing
solutions for human services organizations. The services
provided by Vanguard have been a significant help in
children’s services covering vacant positions and caseloads.
The initial contract in question was entered with a term of July
01, 2024 - September 30, 2025 with 2 options to renew in the
amount of $190,000. The first term for FY25 only expended
approximately $69K of the $190,000 contracted total due to
shortages in available staffing with Vanguard. The first
renewal was activated in FY26 for term of October 1, 2025 September 30, 2026 in the amount of $190,000. Vanguard's
staffing resources increased during this current term leading
to a year to date expended total of $183K. Monthly expenses
have doubled over the last 2 months due to increased
staffing needs within Child Welfare and reduction of
availability with other temporary staffing agency partners.
HHS-DSS staff are requesting an amended increase of
$42,000 for a new contract total of $232,000, to the current
term, to allow completion of current caseloads. These
positions will assist Guilford HHS-DSS with meeting State
and statutory mandates for the protection and well-being of
children. State and federal reimbursements for social work
activities in children's service range between 50-75%.
Social workers contracted through Vanguard have been able
to assist with assessment and foster care cases, carrying
caseloads, assisting with client well-being, parent referrals,
participating in CFT meetings, home visits, initiating cases,
court summaries, on-call duties, and various other
responsibilities associated with the Children's Services

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division. The social workers are carrying 12-14 cases each
and assisting with other supports for social workers.
Over the past few years, social services agencies across the
state have struggled to attract and retain qualified child
welfare social workers for various reasons. Guilford has seen
rising caseloads and reports of abuse and neglect. Our
agency currently has numerous vacancies in the child welfare
division. Child welfare supervisors are covering vacant
caseloads and shifts within programs areas have been made
to ensure service levels are maintained.
Guilford HHS-DSS currently has 32 vacant social worker
positions in children's services with an additional 14 workers
identified to start over the next month. At the end of
September, the latest completed month with data available,
there are 776 children in custody, with 28 foster care social
workers available to carry caseloads. There are 1160 open
assessment cases and 32 assessment social workers
available to carry cases.
Funding for this contract will be paid from part-time salaries
using lapsed salaries from various vacancies throughout the
agency. Per County Purchasing policy, the contract must be
approved by the Board of Commissioners due to the total
exceeding $200,000.
Requested Action:

Approve contract amendment, in substantial form, for
increase of $42,000 with Vanguard Professional staffing for
contract social workers, for total contract in the amount of
$232,000.

Budget Impact:

NO ADDITIONAL COUNTY FUNDS REQUIRED

Sponsors:

Sharon Barlow

Attachments:

PROPOSED 90006184 Vanguard R2

C. MISCELLANEOUS

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FOUNDATION FOR A HEALTHY HIGH POINT - APPROVAL TO APPLY
FOR COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT GRANT ($270,000)

Background:

Health and Human Services - Department of Public Health
requests authorization to apply for a three-year Impact Grant
from the Foundation for a Healthy High Point to expand
community engagement capacity countywide, with a focused
effort in Greater High Point. The grant will support a
dedicated Community Health Educator II who will strengthen
relationships with residents and community partners;
coordinate listening sessions, community forums, and other
engagement activities; support the 2027 Community Health
Assessment and subsequent Community Health
Improvement Plans; and advance community-informed
initiatives addressing priority health issues, including violence
prevention and food insecurity. Over the three-year grant
period, the project aims to directly engage at least 500
Guilford County residents and establish sustainable
community engagement practices.
The Foundation for a Healthy High Point will provide $90,000
annually for three years, beginning January 1, 2027, for a total
grant award of $270,000. Grant funding will primarily support
the salary of the Community Health Educator. Notification of
grant award is expected around December 10 2026.
To support implementation of the grant, the department
proposes reclassifying an existing vacant Nurse Specialist I
position in the Case Management of High Risk Pregnancy
Program (CHMRP), currently funded by a grant ending
December 31, 2026, to a Community Health Educator II
position. Upon grant award approval and required
Commissioner authorization, the position will be reclassified
to align with the grant’s purpose and funding requirements,
allowing the department to repurpose the existing position for
the new grant-funded responsibilities.
HHS-DPH will provide approximately $82,647 in in-kind
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consist of a portion of salary and fringe benefits for existing
staff providing supervision, as well as support for education
and training, local travel, printing and office expenses,
educational materials, and related infrastructure. This in-kind
support will help ensure successful implementation of the
grant without requiring these resources to be fully funded by
the grant.
Department leadership intends to seek County funding to
sustain the Community Health Educator position beyond the
grant period, subject to the County’s annual budget and
approval processes.
Requested Action:

Request authorization to apply for $270,000 in grant funding
from the Foundation for a Healthy High Point for the
three-year period beginning January 1, 2027.

Budget Impact:

NO ADDITIONAL COUNTY FUNDS

Sponsors:

Courtney McFadden, HHS - Public Health

Attachments:

HHP Financial Budget Sheet
FHHP_GCPH LOI_July 2026
Final FHHP Grant App

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GRANT APPLICATION - PAVED TRAILS AND SIDEWALKS
FEASIBILITY FOR THE BICENTENNIAL GREENWAY

Background:

The City of Greensboro, City of High Point, and Guilford
County recently entered into an Interlocal Agreement
establishing shared ownership and management
responsibilities for the Bicentennial Greenway. The
agreement provides a coordinated approach to maintaining
and improving the regional greenway system, including
addressing aging infrastructure, aligning resources, and
pursuing grant opportunities to support long-term
improvements.
The Piedmont Triad Regional Council (PTRC) recently
identified a grant opportunity through the North Carolina
Department of Transportation's (NCDOT) Paved Trails and
Sidewalks Feasibility Studies Program. Guilford County, in
partnership with the City of High Point, proposes to pursue
funding to evaluate improvements to the southern section of
the Bicentennial Greenway, west of East Fork.
This section of the Greenway includes a deteriorating
wooden staircase and a significant elevation change adjacent
to a bridge, presenting accessibility and safety concerns. The
proposed feasibility study will evaluate existing conditions,
identify potential improvements, and assess alternative trail
alignments to improve accessibility, safety, and long-term
maintenance.
Guilford County and the City of High Point propose to pursue
$80,000 in total project funding for the feasibility study. The
NCDOT program requires a 20% local match of $16,000,
which will be shared equally between the two jurisdictions
($8,000 each). Guilford County's contribution will be funded
through existing Parks and Recreation capital appropriations
previously approved by the Board of Commissioners.
PTRC will prepare and submit the grant application on behalf
of Guilford County and the City of High Point and provide

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grant administration services. PTRC will charge a $2,000
administrative fee, shared equally between the two
jurisdictions ($1,000 each). Guilford County's portion of the
administrative fee will be funded through the Parks and
Recreation Department's existing operating budget.
Guilford County's total financial commitment is $9,000,
consisting of an $8,000 grant match and a $1,000
administrative fee, both funded through existing
appropriations.
Requested Action:

Authorize the Piedmont Triad Regional Council (PTRC) to
prepare and submit a grant application on behalf of Guilford
County, in partnership with the City of High Point, to the
NCDOT Paved Trails and Sidewalks Feasibility Studies
Program. The proposed study will evaluate needed
improvements and potential realignment of the southern
section of the Bicentennial Greenway to enhance
accessibility and safety for Greenway users.

Budget Impact:

NO ADDITIONAL COUNTY FUNDS

Sponsors:

Dwight Godwin, Parks & Recreation Director

Attachments:

NCDOT IMD Paved Trails and Sidewalks Feasibility MAPS

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CONVEYANCE OF PROPERTY INTEREST TO CITY OF GREENSBORO
- 4525 and 4525A W. WENDOVER AVENUE, GREENSBORO

Background:

The properties at 4525 and 4525-A West Wendover Avenue
comprise the former Guilford County Animal Shelter site. The
property was acquired in 1958, with ownership historically
divided among Guilford County (1/2), the City of Greensboro
(3/8), and the City of High Point (1/8). Following relocation of
animal shelter operations to the County's new facility in 2021,
the former shelter was demolished in 2023. In June 2026,
the City of High Point conveyed its 1/8 ownership interest to
Guilford County.
The site is currently divided among three lots. Lot 1 is
associated with the Humane Society of the Piedmont, Lot 2 is
identified as Guilford County property, and Lot 3 is jointly
owned by Guilford County and the City of Greensboro.
The City of Greensboro is evaluating the site for
development of permanent supportive housing. Permanent
supportive housing combines permanent, affordable housing
with individualized supportive services for people who have
experienced chronic homelessness or face significant
barriers to stable housing. The City has completed initial due
diligence, including soil testing and stream identification,
conceptual site design, civil engineering review, and a Phase
I environmental assessment, while developer engagement
and financial scenario planning remain underway.
The City has indicated that transfer of the property is needed
before it can complete rezoning and annexation and advance
developer selection and, if applicable, a Low-Income
Housing Tax Credit application. Additional project steps
include surveying and recombination, water infrastructure,
developer selection, financing, and completion of interlocal
agreements.
The proposed action would convey the County’s interests in
4525 and 4525-A West Wendover Avenue to the City of

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Greensboro pursuant to N.C.G.S. §§ 153A-176 and
160A-274, without monetary consideration. Included
covenants would require the property to be used for the
development of permanent supportive housing; prohibit the
City from disposing of the property for the purpose of
generating a profit while allowing transfer to a nonprofit,
housing provider, developer, or other development partner to
facilitate the project; and require the property to revert to
Guilford County if permanent supportive housing is not in use
or under construction within three years, unless the County
agrees in writing to extend that period.
Requested Action:

Accept the receipt and recording of a quitclaim deed to
extinguish the Humane Society's reversionary or other
property interest for 4525-A W. Wendover Avenue and
approve conveyance of:
(1) Guilford County’s undivided five-eighths (5/8) interest in
the property located at 4525 W. Wendover Avenue,
Greensboro and authorize the County Manager or designee
to finalize, execute, and record all documents necessary to
complete the conveyance; and
(2) Guilford County's interest in the property located at
4525-A W. Wendover Avenue to the City of Greensboro; and
authorize the County Manager or designee to finalize,
execute, and record all documents necessary to complete
the conveyance.

Budget Impact:

NO ADDITIONAL COUNTY FUNDS REQUIRED

Sponsors:

Toy Beeninga, County Administration

Attachments:

Deed Release - Humane Society
Deed Transfers to Greensboro

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RECEIVE GUILFORD COUNTY SCHOOLS' NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC INSTRUCTION FACILITY NEEDS SURVEY

Background:

Pursuant to NCGS 115C"-521(a), local boards of education
are required to submit a facility needs survey every five (5)
years to the State Board of Education and the Guilford
County Board of Commissioners is also required to receive
and review the survey results.
The results of this survey, which includes both new school
needs and renovation/repair of existing schools, allows the
State to assess projected facility needs for the five to ten
years. The survey is based on a set of assumption within the
database provided by the North Carolina Department of
Public Instruction (NCDPI) and does not necessarily reflect
Guilford County Schools' local capacity or cost projections.
The results of the survey are attached, which include
NCDPI's cost and capacity date for their 0-5 year period and
6-10 year period.

Requested Action:

Receive and review the results of Guilford County Schools'
facility needs survey, administered by the NC Department of
Public Instruction (NCDPI).

Budget Impact:

NO COUNTY FUNDS REQUIRED

Sponsors:

Aaron Brown, Budget

Attachments:

2025.2026 NCDPI Facility Needs Survey Certification Form
Guilford County Schools 2025.2026 NCDPI Facility Needs Survey

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REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Requested Action:

Review and approve the following sets of minutes:

November 5, 2026

October 1, 2026 Work Session Minutes
October 1, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
October 15, 2026 Work Session Minutes
October 15, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
Sponsors:

Robin Keller, Clerk to Board

Attachments:

dmwsx100126
dmx100126
dmwsx101526
dmx101526

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AMEND GUILFORD COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS' CY 2026
ANNUAL MEETING CALENDAR

Background:

Several Guilford County Commissioners will participate in the
2026 NC Association of County Commissioners' Legislative
Goals Conference that will be held November 19-20, 2026 in
Wake County. To avoid any conflict with the conduct of
County business, the Board has chosen to amend its
calendar year (CY) 2026 annual meeting calendar and move
their second meeting in November from Thursday, November
19, 2026 to Wednesday, November 18, 2026.

Requested Action:

Amend the Guilford County Board of Commissioners'
calendar year 2026 annual meeting calendar to change the
meeting date originally scheduled for Thursday, November
19, 2026 to Wednesday, November 18, 2026.

Sponsors:

Robin Keller

VII. PUBLIC HEARINGS
Proponents shall be heard first and shall be provided a total of twenty (20) minutes
notwithstanding the number of persons desiring to be heard. Opponents shall be heard
after the proponents and shall be provided a total of twenty (20) minutes notwithstanding
the number of persons desiring to be heard. Each side will be allowed three (3) minutes
in rebuttal.

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PUBLIC HEARING: CONSIDER THE ADOPTION OF A PROPOSED
MORATORIUM ON DEVELOPMENT APPROVALS FOR NEW DATA
CENTERS, WITH POTENTIAL EXEMPTIONS

Background:

Pursuant to N.C. Gen. Stat. §§ 160D-107 and 160D-601, the
Guilford County Board of Commissioners will conduct a
legislative hearing to receive public comment and consider
adoption of an ordinance imposing a temporary moratorium
on development approvals for new data centers, including the
acceptance, processing, and approval of applications for
such facilities within Guilford County’s planning jurisdiction.
The proposed moratorium is intended to provide the County
sufficient time to evaluate the potential impacts of data center
development and determine whether additional zoning
standards, mitigation measures, or review procedures are
appropriate. The County’s review is anticipated to include
consideration of impacts on utility and infrastructure capacity,
environmental resources, public health, surrounding land
uses, and other community considerations associated with
data center facilities.
During the moratorium period, County staff would evaluate
existing regulations and develop recommendations
consistent with the Guiding Guilford Moving Forward
Together Comprehensive Plan. This work is anticipated to
include:
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Evaluating infrastructure, environmental, land use,
public health, and community impacts associated with
data center development;
Reviewing data center regulations and regulatory
approaches adopted or under consideration by other
jurisdictions;
Identifying appropriate amendments to the Guilford
County Zoning Ordinance and provisions for
incorporation into the Guilford County Moving Forward
Together Comprehensive Plan;
Engaging relevant stakeholders and the public through
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town halls, a survey, and other potential engagement
strategies; and,
Preparing recommended ordinance amendments or
other regulatory measures for consideration by the
Board of Commissioners.

If adopted, the proposed moratorium would expire no later
than a date certain identified in the ordinance, or upon
adoption of applicable zoning ordinance text amendments,
whichever occurs first. The moratorium would apply within the
unincorporated areas of Guilford County and any additional
areas that become subject to Guilford County land use and
zoning jurisdiction during the moratorium period.
The proposed moratorium would not apply to data
processing equipment, server rooms, or similar facilities that
are incidental and subordinate to an otherwise permitted
principal use and are intended solely to support the on-site
operations of that use, provided all other applicable
provisions of the County’s development regulations are
satisfied. Examples may include facilities supporting
hospitals, medical facilities, financial institutions, offices,
educational institutions, or similar uses, so long as data
processing is not the principal use of the property or offered
primarily as a service to off-site users.
Projects exempt from development moratoria pursuant to
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 160D-107(c) would also be excluded as
required by law.
The purpose of the legislative hearing is to solicit public
comment on the proposed moratorium. Following the
hearing, the Board may consider revisions to the advertised
proposal based on public comment, Board discussion, and
deliberation.
Requested Action:

Guilford County

Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of a proposed
ordinance establishing a temporary moratorium on the
acceptance and processing of development applications for
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new data centers and any uses associated with data center
processing facilities within the unincorporated areas of
Guilford County.
Sponsors:

Heather Schaffer, Economic Development Manager

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2026-446

BUDGET AMENDMENT: FY26 BYRNE COMMUNITY PROJECT GRANT

Background:

On April 3, 2025 the Board of County Commissioners
approved applying for a Congressionally Designated
Spending grant from the USDOJ. On September 30, 2026
the USDOJ issued the grant award to Guilford County in the
amount of $484,532 for the purchase of equipment by the
Sheriff’s Office. The term of the grant is from 2/1/26 01/31/28.
The request was submitted and approved by Congress
through Representative Addison McDowell’s office. The
awarding agency is the Office of Justice Programs Bureau of
Justice Assistance. The funds will be used to purchase: a
Forensic Computer, Mobile Device Extractor, 4 Dome Pole
Camera Replacement, View Commander Upgrade, and to
upgrade the special operations equipment for the Major
Crimes Unit. The Crime Scene Investigation Unit will
purchase a Foster+Freeman DCS Fingerprint Analysis
System. The Air Support Unit will purchase Garmin navigation
equipment. The Real Time Crime Center will purchase
computer systems, a video wall, mobile surveillance
cameras, and smartboards.
This equipment will enhance the investigative capacity of the
Special Operations Division, the Crime Scene Investigative
Unit, and the Real Time Crime Center.

Requested Action:

Approve the receipt of the grant and award conditions, in
substantial form, that would allow for the receipt of the FY26
15PBJA-26-GG-00964-BRND Grant and adopt a project
ordinance FY 26 Byrne Community Project Grant in the
amount of $484,532 with $484,532 in Federal/State funds.

Budget Impact:

Grant Pojects Fund
FY 26 Byrne Community Project Grant
$484,532 appropriation to Grant Project
$484,532 increase in Federal/State Funds
NO ADDITIONAL COUNTY FUNDS REQUIRED

Sponsors:

Sheriff Danny H. Rogers (Captain Matt Suits)

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Attachments:

Meeting Agenda - Final

November 5, 2026

FY26 Byrne Community Project Grant ADOPT 26.11.05

IX. HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES UPDATE

Guilford County

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A.

Meeting Agenda - Final

November 5, 2026

2026-437

GUILFORD COUNTY HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH: ADOPT REVISED GUILFORD
COUNTY WELL RULES

Background:

N.C. Session Law 2026-32, effective July 2, 2026, changed
the regulatory framework for private drinking water wells.
Private drinking water wells must now be permitted and
regulated under state requirements, and local permitting rules
for private drinking water wells are repealed. Local authority
for water testing standards and fees is preserved, and local
rules governing other well types are not affected by the
legislation.
Guilford County has maintained local well rules since June
1989. In response to the change in state law, Public Health
reviewed the County's existing rules and the other well types
historically regulated locally. The proposed revisions
transition private drinking water wells to state requirements;
retain local rules for irrigation/agriculture wells, commercial
wells not permitted by NC DEQ, and monitoring wells within
the HERA program; and remove DUMT (daily use greater
than 10,000 gallons) and geothermal wells from the local
rules.
Public Health conducted public and stakeholder outreach,
including public notice and an online public-comment portal
beginning September 15, outreach to developers through
TREBIC and to well drillers, and a community forum on
September 22 with in-person and online comment options.

Requested Action:

Adopt the revised Guilford County Well Rules.

Budget Impact:

No budget impact is anticipated. The legislation preserves
local authority for existing water testing standards and fees.

Sponsors:

Courtney McFadden

Attachments:

Revised Well Rules BOCC Presentation_11.5.26
SUMMARY OF WELL RULES CHANGES
GC Well Rules OCT 2026 Revision_10.12.26_NEW PROPOSED WELL RULES
Well Rules 2021 - effective 2021-10-01 - CURRENT WELL RULES

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Meeting Agenda - Final

November 5, 2026

X. APPOINTMENTS AND REAPPOINTMENTS TO VARIOUS BOARDS
AND COMMISSIONS.
A.

2026-338

APPOINTMENTS AND REAPPOINTMENTS TO VARIOUS BOARDS &
COMMISSIONS

Requested Action:

Consider and approve the following appointments and
reappointments to various boards & commissions:
Fire District Commission - Summerfield
Reappoint Lisa Pitts to 5th term (January 1, 2027 December 31, 2028)
Guilford County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council
Appoint Amram Murat to 1st term in Citizen position
(November 5, 2026 - November 4, 2028)

Sponsors:

Robin Keller

Attachments:

10.02.26_App_LPitts
08.14.26_App_AMurat
08.14.26_Resume_AMurat

XI. COMMISSIONER LIAISON REPORTS
XII. COMMENTS FROM COUNTY MANAGER / COUNTY ATTORNEY
XIII. COMMENTS FROM COMMISSIONERS
XIV. HOLD CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO N.C.G.S. §143-318.11(a) (3,
4 & 6) FOR THE PURPOSES OF CONSULTING WITH THE COUNTY
ATTORNEY, TO CONSIDER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT INCENTIVES
AND TO CONDUCT PERSONNEL EVALUATIONS.
XV. ADJOURN
THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING OF
THE GUILFORD COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
WILL BE HELD NOVEMBER 18, 2026 AT 5:30PM IN THE
HIGH POINT CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS

Guilford County

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