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Agenda
Richmond County Board of Commissioners
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, September 1, 2026, 5:30 p.m.
105 W. Franklin Street, Courtroom C, Rockingham, NC
Pages
1.

Invocation Vice Chairman Jason Gainey

2

2.

Pledge of Allegiance

3

3.

Approval of Agenda - Decision

4

4.

Consent Agenda - Decision

5

5.

Anson County Assistant Utilities Director- Discussion

14

6.

Open Forum for Public Comments

15

7.

Request Board Approval to Award Low Bidder for East Ramp Expansion Project - Jerry
L. Austin, Jr. Public Works Director - Decision

16

8.

Request Board Approval of Proclamation for Kinship Care Month 2026 - Theresa
Smith, Social Services, Director - Decision

20

9.

Request Board Approval of Proclamation for Senior Center Month - Theresa Smith,
Director of Social Services - Decision

22

10.

Approval of Transfer of Surplus Vehicle to Richmond County Rescue Squad - Cary
Garner, Finance Director - Decision

24

11.

Request Board Approval of Constitution Week Proclamation for America 250
Commemoration - Jeff Smart, Chairman - Decision

31

12.

Adjournment - Decision

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RICHMOND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
105 W. FRANKLIN ST, COURTROOM C, PO BOX 504
ROCKINGHAM, NORTH CAROLINA 28380
TELEPHONE: (910) 997-8211

Jeff Smart
Chairman
Jason R. Gainey
Vice Chairman
Justin Dawkins
Jamie Gathings
Andy Grooms
Robin Roberts
Rick W. Watkins

Bryan R. Land
County Manager
S. Mujeeb Shah-Khan
County Attorney
Cary Garner
Finance Officer

AGENDA ABSTRACT
_________________________________________________________________________________

Meeting Date: 09/01/2026

Agenda Item No. 01

Item for Decision
SUBJECT TITLE: Invocation
PRESENTER: Vice Chairman Jason Gainey
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
The invocation will be delivered by Vice Chairman Jason Gainey

COUNTY MANAGER’S COMMENTS OR RECOMMENDATION:

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RICHMOND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
105 W. FRANKLIN ST, COURTROOM C, PO BOX 504
ROCKINGHAM, NORTH CAROLINA 28380
TELEPHONE: (910) 997-8211

Jeff Smart
Chairman
Jason R. Gainey
Vice Chairman
Justin Dawkins
Jamie Gathings
Andy Grooms
Robin Roberts
Rick W. Watkins

Bryan R. Land
County Manager
S. Mujeeb Shah-Klan
County Attorney
Cary Garner
Finance Officer

AGENDA ABSTRACT
_________________________________________________________________________________

Meeting Date: 09/01/2026

Agenda Item No. 02

Item for Decision
SUBJECT TITLE: Pledge of Allegiance
PRESENTER: Chairperson
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
Chairperson will ask everyone that can stand to do so for the Pledge of Allegiance

COUNTY MANAGER’S COMMENTS OR RECOMMENDATION:
Stand if able to do so
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RICHMOND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
105 W. FRANKLIN ST, COURTROOM C, PO BOX 504
ROCKINGHAM, NORTH CAROLINA 28380
TELEPHONE: (910) 997-8211

Jeff Smart
Chairman
Jason R. Gainey
Vice Chairman
Justin Dawkins
Jamie Gathings
Andy Grooms
Robin Roberts
Rick W. Watkins

Bryan R. Land
County Manager
S. Mujeeb Shah-Khan
County Attorney
Cary Garner
Finance Officer

AGENDA ABSTRACT
_________________________________________________________________________________

Meeting Date: 09/01/2026

Agenda Item No. 03

Item for Decision
SUBJECT TITLE: Board Approval of Agenda
PRESENTER: Chairman
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
At this point, the Board will be asked to adopt the Agenda and to indicate any recommended
changes to the Agenda

COUNTY MANAGER’S COMMENTS OR RECOMMENDATION:
Approve

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RICHMOND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
105 W. FRANKLIN ST, COURTROOM C, PO BOX 504
ROCKINGHAM, NORTH CAROLINA 28380
TELEPHONE: (910) 997-8211

Jeff Smart
Chairman
Jason R. Gainey
Vice Chairman
Justin Dawkins
Jamie Gathings
Andy Grooms
Robin Roberts
Rick W. Watkins

Bryan R. Land
County Manager
S. Mujeeb Shah-Khan
County Attorney
Cary Garner
Finance Officer
Dena R. Cook
Clerk to the Board

AGENDA ABSTRACT
_________________________________________________________________________________

Meeting Date: 09/01/2026

Agenda Item No. 04

Item for Decision
SUBJECT TITLE: Consent Agenda
PRESENTER: Consent
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
The Board is asked to consider the approval of the following Items A through D of the Consent
Agenda:
A) Approval of Draft Minutes for Regular Meeting on August 4, 2026, as Submitted by the
Clerk for Review
B) Approval of Tax Releases and Tax Refunds for Month of July 2026
C) Approval of the N.C. Vehicle Tax System Refund Report for the Month of July 2026
D) Approval of 2025 - 2026 Home and Community Care Block Grant Budget

COUNTY MANAGER’S COMMENTS OR RECOMMENDATION:
Approve
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RICHMOND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
105 W. FRANKLIN ST, COURTROOM C, PO BOX 504
ROCKINGHAM, NORTH CAROLINA 28380
TELEPHONE: (910) 997-8211

Jeff Smart
Chairman
Jason R. Gainey
Vice Chairman
Justin Dawkins
Jamie Gathings
Andy Grooms
Robin Roberts
Rick W. Watkins

Bryan R. Land
County Manager
S. Mujeeb Shah-Khan
County Attorney
Cary Garner
Finance Officer
Dena R. Cook
Clerk to the Board

AGENDA ABSTRACT
_________________________________________________________________________________

Meeting Date: 04/4/2026

Agenda Item No. 04A

Item for Decision
SUBJECT TITLE: Minutes
PRESENTER: Consent
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
Minutes from July 14, 2026, Board of Commissioners meeting.

COUNTY MANAGER’S COMMENTS OR RECOMMENDATION:

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Minutes
Richmond County Board of Commissioners
Regular Meeting
August 4, 2026, 5:30 p.m.
105 W. Franklin Street, Courtroom C, Rockingham, NC
Members Present:

____ Chairman Jeff Smart
____ Commissioner Dawkins
____ Commissioner Grooms
____ Commissioner Watkins
____ Commissioner Roberts
____ Commissioner Gathings
____ Vice Chairman Gainey

Staff Present:
____ County Manager Bryan Land
____ Finance Director Cary Garner
_____________________________________________________________________

1.

Invocation Given by NCVFW District 9 Chaplin Brenda D Wiggins
Invocation was given by NCVFW District 9 Chaplin Brenda D Wiggins

2.

Pledge of Allegiance

3.

Approval of Agenda - Decision
Commissioner Dawkins made a motion to remove item #11
Commissioner Roberts 2nd motion - Item was removed from agenda
Moved by: Commissioner Dawkins
Seconded by: Commissioner Roberts
Motion Carried Unanimously

4.

Consent Agenda - Decision
Moved by: Vice Chairman Gainey
Seconded by: Commissioner Gathings
To approve the Consent Agenda
Motion Carried Unanimously

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5.

Open Forum for Public Comments
The following Richmond County Residents spoke during the Open Forum.
Suzzette Baker - Data Center
Russ Fincham - Data Center
Sarina Perry - Data Center
Derek Howell - Data Center
Steve Coulthard - Data Center
Jane Bingham - Data Center
November Coffey - Data Center
Debra Mohr - Industrial Project on County Home Road
Ann Ingram - Student Educational Awareness
Princess Lockhart - Health Awareness
Tara McLean - Data Center Water
Teiona Anthony - AirLife

6.

Request Board Consideration of Approval of Order of Demolition and Removal - 692
Cartledge Creek Road - Tracy R Parris, Planning Director - Decision
Moved by: Vice Chairman Gainey
Seconded by: Commissioner Roberts
Motion Carried Unanimously

7.

Request Board Approval of Agreement to Furnish Professional Engineering Service for
Richmond County Government - Jerry Austin, Public Works Director - Decision
Moved by: Commissioner Grooms
Seconded by: Commissioner Roberts
Motion Carried Unanimously

8.

Request Board Approval of Reappointments to the City of Rockingham Planning and
Zoning Board - Bryan Land, County Manager - Decision
Moved by: Commissioner Dawkins
Seconded by: Commissioner Watkins
Motion Carried Unanimously

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9.

Monthly Report by County Manager Bryan Land
County Manager Land gave his monthly report to the Board

10.

Discussion of Property at 10 N. Bridges Street - Jeff Smart, Chairman and Bryan Land,
County Manager - Discussion
Board discussed the idea of allowing the request agency to be able to make improvements
to the property to continue what they do for Richmond County.

11.

Closed Session 143-318.11. (a)(6)
Commissioner Dawkins made a motion to amend the agenda and remove item # 11 which
was a Closed Session while approving the agenda

12.

Adjournment - Decision
Meeting adjourned at 6:28pm
Moved by: Commissioner Dawkins
Seconded by: Vice Chairman Gainey
Motion Carried Unanimously

Dena R. Cook, NCMCC
Clerk to the Board

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RICHMOND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
105 W. FRANKLIN ST, COURTROOM C, PO BOX 504
ROCKINGHAM, NORTH CAROLINA 28380
TELEPHONE: (910) 997-8211

Jeff Smart
Chairman
Jason R. Gainey
Vice Chairman
Justin Dawkins
Jamie Gathings
Andy Grooms
Robin Roberts
Rick W. Watkins

Bryan R. Land
County Manager
S. Mujeeb Shah-Khan
County Attorney
Cary Garner
Finance Officer
Dena R. Cook
Clerk to the Board

AGENDA ABSTRACT
_________________________________________________________________________________

Meeting Date: 08/04/2026

Agenda Item No. 04B

Item for Decision
SUBJECT TITLE: Tax Collection releases and refunds for the month of June 2026
PRESENTER: Consent
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
Releases for the month of June 2026 - $ 42,088.18
Refunds for the month of June 2026 - $ 8,029.77

COUNTY MANAGER’S COMMENTS OR RECOMMENDATION:

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RICHMOND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
105 W. FRANKLIN ST, COURTROOM C, PO BOX 504
ROCKINGHAM, NORTH CAROLINA 28380
TELEPHONE: (910) 997-8211

Jeff Smart
Chairman
Jason R. Gainey
Vice Chairman
Justin Dawkins
Jamie Gathings
Andy Grooms
Robin Roberts
Rick W. Watkins

Bryan R. Land
County Manager
S. Mujeeb Shah-Khan
County Attorney
Cary Garner
Finance Officer
Dena R. Cook
Clerk to the Board

AGENDA ABSTRACT
_________________________________________________________________________________

Meeting Date: 08/04/2026

Agenda Item No. 46C

Item for Decision
SUBJECT TITLE: North Carolina Vehicle Tax Refund for the month of June.
PRESENTER: Consent
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
NCVTS information for the month of June. The total amount being refunded is $2,618.72.

COUNTY MANAGER’S COMMENTS OR RECOMMENDATION:

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RICHMOND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
105 W. FRANKLIN ST, COURTROOM C, PO BOX 504
ROCKINGHAM, NORTH CAROLINA 28380
TELEPHONE: (910) 997-8211

Jeff Smart
Chairman
Jason R. Gainey
Vice Chairman
Justin Dawkins
Jamie Gathings
Andy Grooms
Robin Roberts
Rick W. Watkins

Bryan R. Land
County Manager
S. Mujeeb Shah-Khan
County Attorney
Cary Garner
Finance Officer

AGENDA ABSTRACT
_________________________________________________________________________________

Meeting Date: 09/01/2026

Agenda Item No. 04D

Item for Decision
SUBJECT TITLE: Approval of 2025 - 2026 Amendment to Choosing Home Grant Budget
PRESENTER: Consent
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
Request the Board approve the 2025-2026 Amendment to Choosing Home Grant Budget for
Richmond County Aging Services
Forms to be approved and signed are:
DAAS- 732 Aging Services
DAAS- 735
County Match is 0%

COUNTY MANAGER’S COMMENTS OR RECOMMENDATION:

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RICHMOND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
105 W. FRANKLIN ST, COURTROOM C, PO BOX 504
ROCKINGHAM, NORTH CAROLINA 28380
TELEPHONE: (910) 997-8211

Jeff Smart
Chairman
Jason R. Gainey
Vice Chairman
Justin Dawkins
Jamie Gathings
Andy Grooms
Robin Roberts
Rick W. Watkins

Bryan R. Land
County Manager
S. Mujeeb Shah-Khan
County Attorney
Cary Garner
Finance Officer

AGENDA ABSTRACT
_________________________________________________________________________________

Meeting Date: 09/01/2026

Agenda Item No. 05

Item for Discussion
SUBJECT TITLE: Anson County
PRESENTER: Chris Harrington, Assistant Utilities Director
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
Mr. Harrington would like to Thank Richmond County Water Department for assistance with
water system.

COUNTY MANAGER’S COMMENTS OR RECOMMENDATION:
Listen

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RICHMOND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
105 W. FRANKLIN ST, COURTROOM C, PO BOX 504
ROCKINGHAM, NORTH CAROLINA 28380
TELEPHONE: (910) 997-8211

Jeff Smart
Chairman
Jason R. Gainey
Vice Chairman
Justin Dawkins
Jamie Gathings
Andy Grooms
Robin Roberts
Rick W. Watkins

Bryan R. Land
County Manager
S. Mujeeb Shah-Khan
County Attorney
Cary Garner
Finance Officer

AGENDA ABSTRACT
_________________________________________________________________________________

Meeting Date: 09/01/2026

Agenda Item No. 06

Item for Discussion
SUBJECT TITLE: Open Forum for Public Comments for the following Boards
Board of Commissioners
SUMMARY OF SPEAKER AND TOPIC INFORMATION:
Board of Commissioners
Michael Beiswanger – Animal Control
Steve Coulthard – Data Center
Crystal Brooks – Environment Impact, Conduct & Integrity, Transparency, Future of Richmond
County
Ann Ingram – Data Centers
Yolanda Steele – Data Center & Vulcan
Nevaeh Steele – Data Center & Vulcan
Lee Quick - Amazon

Anyone that sends an email before 4:00PM on Monday, August 31st will be added to the
Consent Agenda to Speak

COUNTY MANAGER’S COMMENTS OR RECOMMENDATION:
Listen
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RICHMOND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
105 W. FRANKLIN ST, COURTROOM C, PO BOX 504
ROCKINGHAM, NORTH CAROLINA 28380
TELEPHONE: (910) 997-8211

Jeff Smart
Chairman
Jason R. Gainey
Vice Chairman
Justin Dawkins
Jamie Gathings
Andy Grooms
Robin Roberts
Rick W. Watkins

Bryan R. Land
County Manager
S. Mujeeb Shah-Khan
County Attorney
Cary Garner
Finance Officer

AGENDA ABSTRACT
_________________________________________________________________________________

Meeting Date: 09/01/2026

Agenda Item No.07

Item for Decision
SUBJECT TITLE: Award to low bidder for East Ramp Expansion Project
PRESENTER: Jerry L Austin Jr., Public Works Director
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
Request approval to award contract to the lowest bidder for the East Ramp Expansion Project at
the Richmond County Airport.

COUNTY MANAGER’S COMMENTS OR RECOMMENDATION:
Approve

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TA L BE RT, BR IG H T & E L L I NG TON
Engineering & Planning Consultants
August 14, 2026
Mr. Bryan R. Land
Richmond County
County Manager
1401 Fayetteville Road
Rockingham, NC 28380
Re: Bid Tabulation
East Ramp Expansion
Richmond County Airport
Rockingham, North Carolina
TBE Project No. 3710-2301
Dear Mr. Land:
Please find enclosed a copy of the Bid Tabulation for the above referenced project.
Fred Smith Company submitted the lowest responsive bid in the amount of Two Million,
Four Hundred Twenty-Two Thousand, Two Hundred Forty-Two Dollars and Zero Cents
($2,422,242.00). The engineer’s estimate has been included with the enclosed Bid
Tabulation. By copy of this letter, copies of the Bid Tabulation are being forwarded to the
plan holders, and funding agencies.
If you should have any questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact our
office.
Sincerely,

Caitlin T. Higgins
Enclosure
cc:

Philip “Mac” McAlpin Jr., NCDOT - Division of Aviation
Raj Kondapalli, NCDOT - Division of Aviation
Mike Sedlock, Fred Smith Company
Scotty Scott, Barnhill Contracting Company

Enclosure
Enclosure
Enclosure
Enclosure

3525 Whitehall Park Drive, Suite #210 • Charlotte, NC 28273 • Tel: 704.426.6070
Charlotte, NC • Columbia, SC • Atlanta, GA

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BID TABULATION
EAST RAMP EXPANSION
RICHMOND COUNTY AIRPORT
TBE PROJECT NO. 3710-2301
AUGUST 11,2026

BASE BID
ITEM
SPEC
NO.
NO.
1
C-100
2
C-105
3
C-102
4
C-102
5
C-102
6
C-102
7
C-102
8
C-102
9
C-102
10
C-102
11
C-102
12
C-102
13
P-152
14
P-152
15
P-152
16
P-209
17
P-401
18
P-602
19
P-603
20
P-620
21
P-620
22
D-701
23
D-701
24
D-701
25
D-701
26
D-701
27
D-701
28
D-701
29
D-702
30
D-751
31
D-751
32
D-751
33
D-751
34
D-751
35
D-752
36
L-108
37
L-108
38
L-108
39
L-110
40
L-110
41
L-125
42
L-125
43
L-125
44
T-901
45
T-908

DESCRIPTION
CONTRACTOR QUALITY CONTROL PROGRAM
MOBILIZATION
TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION ENTRANCE
TEMPORARY CLEANWATER DIVERSION DITCH
TEMPORARY SILT FENCE
TEMPORARY ROCK OVERFLOW OUTLET
TEMPORARY STONE CHECK DAM
TEMPORARY SKIMMER BASIN
PROPOSED DETENTION BASIN WEIR WALL
RIP RAP, CLASS B
RIP RAP, CLASS 1
TEMPORARY SEEDING AND MULCHING
EMBANKMENT IN PLACE
OFF-SITE BORROW
UNSUITABLE EXCAVATION
CRUSHED AGGREGATE BASE COURSE
BITUMINOUS CONCRETE SURFACE COURSE
BITUMINOUS PRIME COAT
BITUMINOUS TACK COAT
AIRFIELD PAVEMENT MARKING (REFLECTORIZED)
AIRFIELD PAVEMENT MARKING (NON-REFLECTORIZED)
REMOVE EXISTING PIPE
12" RCP CLASS IV
18" RCP CLASS IV
24" RCP CLASS IV
30" RCP CLASS IV
36" RCP CLASS IV
TEMPORARY 18" HDPE
TRENCH DRAIN
REMOVE EXISTING FLARED END SECTION
DROP INLET
MANHOLE
18" CONCRETE FLARED END SECTION
36" CONCRETE FLARED END SECTION
CONCRETE HEADWALL
CABLE TRENCH
NO. 8 5KV, TYPE C CABLE
NO. 6 BARE COPPER COUNTERPOISE
4" - 4 WAY CONCRETE ENCASED DUCTBANK
2" - 4 WAY CONCRETE ENCASED DUCTBANK
REMOVE STAKE MOUNTED MEDIUM INTENSITY TAXIWAY LIGHTS
L-861 STAKE MOUNTED MEDIUM INTENSITY TAXIWAY LIGHTS
L-861 BASE MOUNTED MEDIUM INTENSITY TAXIWAY LIGHTS
PERMANENT SEEDING
PERMANENT MULCHING

QTY
1
1
1
1,290
1,770
5
2
1
1
30
80
5
7,000
13,350
1,500
1,760
2,420
3,160
1,050
200
200
40
7
215
120
165
215
50
294
1
2
4
1
1
2
1,520
2,040
1,470
60
100
9
27
2
5
5

UNIT
LS
LS
EA
LF
LF
EA
EA
EA
EA
CY
CY
AC
CY
CY
CY
CY
TN
GAL
GAL
SF
SF
LF
LF
LF
LF
LF
LF
LF
LF
EA
EA
EA
EA
EA
EA
LF
LF
LF
LF
LF
EA
EA
EA
AC
AC

FRED SMITH COMPANY
RALEIGH, NC

BARNHILL CONTRACTING COMPANY
FAYETTEVILLE, NC

LICENSE NO.: 43848

LICENSE NO.: 3194

UNIT PRICE
$381,500.00
$242,000.00
$7,000.00
$6.50
$4.00
$2,500.00
$2,500.00
$29,000.00
$15,000.00
$160.00
$160.00
$1,500.00
$13.00
$20.00
$38.00
$148.00
$218.00
$4.80
$2.30
$9.00
$9.00
$75.00
$150.00
$140.00
$165.00
$209.00
$275.00
$65.00
$450.00
$1,319.00
$10,000.00
$10,000.00
$2,060.00
$3,050.00
$4,400.00
$1.50
$2.50
$2.50
$125.00
$60.00
$300.00
$2,100.00
$5,330.00
$1,500.00
$1,000.00

TOTAL CONSTRUCTION COST

$2,422,242.00

I HEREBY CERTIFY THIS TABULATION OF BIDS TO BE CORRECT.

8/14/2026
TALBERT, BRIGHT & ELLINGTON, LLC.

EXT. TOTAL
$381,500.00
$242,000.00
$7,000.00
$8,385.00
$7,080.00
$12,500.00
$5,000.00
$29,000.00
$15,000.00
$4,800.00
$12,800.00
$7,500.00
$91,000.00
$267,000.00
$57,000.00
$260,480.00
$527,560.00
$15,168.00
$2,415.00
$1,800.00
$1,800.00
$3,000.00
$1,050.00
$30,100.00
$19,800.00
$34,485.00
$59,125.00
$3,250.00
$132,300.00
$1,319.00
$20,000.00
$40,000.00
$2,060.00
$3,050.00
$8,800.00
$2,280.00
$5,100.00
$3,675.00
$7,500.00
$6,000.00
$2,700.00
$56,700.00
$10,660.00
$7,500.00
$5,000.00

DATE

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UNIT PRICE
$52,500.00
$243,000.00
$5,000.00
$7.00
$2.40
$575.00
$2,865.00
$92,000.00
$47,000.00
$163.00
$163.00
$1,900.00
$15.25
$35.00
$42.00
$148.00
$194.00
$4.00
$4.00
$9.00
$9.00
$62.00
$185.00
$183.00
$235.00
$285.00
$340.00
$125.00
$580.00
$650.00
$11,500.00
$9,500.00
$3,100.00
$5,000.00
$5,200.00
$6.00
$6.00
$6.00
$220.00
$130.00
$570.00
$1,200.00
$2,600.00
$1,500.00
$1,000.00

EXT. TOTAL
$52,500.00
$243,000.00
$5,000.00
$9,030.00
$4,248.00
$2,875.00
$5,730.00
$92,000.00
$47,000.00
$4,890.00
$13,040.00
$9,500.00
$106,750.00
$467,250.00
$63,000.00
$260,480.00
$469,480.00
$12,640.00
$4,200.00
$1,800.00
$1,800.00
$2,480.00
$1,295.00
$39,345.00
$28,200.00
$47,025.00
$73,100.00
$6,250.00
$170,520.00
$650.00
$23,000.00
$38,000.00
$3,100.00
$5,000.00
$10,400.00
$9,120.00
$12,240.00
$8,820.00
$13,200.00
$13,000.00
$5,130.00
$32,400.00
$5,200.00
$7,500.00
$5,000.00
$2,436,188.00

ENGINEER'S ESTIMATE

UNIT PRICE
$150,000.00
$281,307.00
$7,500.00
$10.00
$5.00
$900.00
$1,500.00
$25,000.00
$15,000.00
$220.00
$75.00
$2,000.00
$15.00
$50.00
$60.00
$200.00
$300.00
$8.00
$4.00
$4.00
$3.00
$50.00
$125.00
$200.00
$250.00
$275.00
$300.00
$100.00
$600.00
$500.00
$18,000.00
$12,000.00
$4,000.00
$8,000.00
$10,000.00
$10.00
$4.00
$4.00
$200.00
$150.00
$300.00
$1,250.00
$2,000.00
$400.00
$2,000.00

EXT. TOTAL
$150,000.00
$281,307.00
$7,500.00
$12,900.00
$8,850.00
$4,500.00
$3,000.00
$25,000.00
$15,000.00
$6,600.00
$6,000.00
$10,000.00
$105,000.00
$667,500.00
$90,000.00
$352,000.00
$726,000.00
$25,280.00
$4,200.00
$800.00
$600.00
$2,000.00
$875.00
$43,000.00
$30,000.00
$45,375.00
$64,500.00
$5,000.00
$176,400.00
$500.00
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$48,000.00
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$3,094,377.00

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RICHMOND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
105 W. FRANKLIN ST, COURTROOM C, PO BOX 504
ROCKINGHAM, NORTH CAROLINA 28380
TELEPHONE: (910) 997-8211

Rick W. Watkins
Chairman
Andy Grooms
Vice Chairman
Justin Dawkins
Jason R. Gainey
Jamie Gathings
Robin Roberts
Jeff Smart

Bryan R. Land
County Manager
Michael J. Newman
County Attorney
Cary Garner
Finance Officer

AGENDA ABSTRACT
_________________________________________________________________________________

Meeting Date: 09/01/2026

Agenda Item No. 08

Item for Decision
SUBJECT TITLE: Proclamation for Kinship Care Month 2026
PRESENTER: Theressa Smith, Social Services Director
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
The Richmond County Department of Social Services would like the county to recognize and
adopt the month of September 2026 as Kinship Care Month in conjunction with the
Proclamation signed and adopted by the Governor of the State of North Carolina.
This annual observance raises awareness and acknowledges the vital role of grandparents, other
relatives, and close family friends who provide care for children when their parents cannot.

COUNTY MANAGER’S COMMENTS OR RECOMMENDATION:
Approve

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RICHMOND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
105 W. FRANKLIN ST, COURTROOM C, PO BOX 504
ROCKINGHAM, NORTH CAROLINA 28380
TELEPHONE: (910) 997-8211

Jeff Smart
Chairman
Jason R. Gainey
Vice Chairman
Justin Dawkins
Jamie Gathings
Andy Grooms
Robin Roberts
Rick W. Watkins

Bryan R. Land
County Manager
S. Mujeeb Shah-Khan
County Attorney
Cary Garner
Finance Officer
Dena R. Cook
Clerk to the Board

PROCLAMATION FOR KINSHIP CARE MONTH
Whereas, the youth of North Carolina are our most precious resource and our hope for the future, and all children deserve a safe,
loving, and nurturing place to call home; and
Whereas, approximately 10,500 children and youth are in the foster care system in North Carolina, with about 31 percent placed in
kinship care; and
Whereas, kinship care proves to be one of the most vital structures for providing North Carolina’s children with love, dignity, and
belonging and ensures a sense of physical and emotional safety; and
Whereas, kinship families open their homes and hearts to children whose families are in crisis and play a vital role in helping children
and families heal and reunify while launching children into successful adulthood; and
Whereas, North Carolina encourages the preservation of kinship care connections as one of its transformational goals while honoring
kinship caregivers and their crucial role in serving young people; and
Whereas, numerous individuals, communities, and public and private organizations work to increase public awareness of the unique
needs of children in foster care placed with kinship care providers and of the enduring and valuable contributions made by kinship
families; and
Whereas, the Kinship Foster Care and Guardianship Assistance Program (KinGAP) offers financial assistance and Medicaid for
youth who are determined to be in a permanent family setting and unlikely to obtain permanency through reunification or adoption,
and this helps to maintain continuity of care for children outside of traditional foster homes; and
Whereas, Kinship Care Month is an opportunity to recognize the kinship care providers who open their hearts to provide children
with a sense of connection, security, and ties to their culture, family, and community – as well as child welfare professionals and
advocates working to ensure children’s safety, permanence, and well-being – and to spread awareness on behalf of the children in
kinship care; and
Whereas, the state of North Carolina encourages people to volunteer their time, energy, and talents on behalf of children in foster care
and their biological families, kinship caregivers, and foster parents during this month and throughout the year;
NOW THEREFORE, we, Richmond County Department of Social Services proclaim the month of September 2026 as “KINSHIP
CARE MONTH” in Richmond County and commend its observance to all citizens.
Adopted this 1st day of September 2026

ATTEST:
__________________________________
S. Mujeeb Shah-Khan,

____________________________________
Jeff Smart, Chairman

Richmond County Attorney

Richmond County Board of Commissioners

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RICHMOND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
105 W. FRANKLIN ST, COURTROOM C, PO BOX 504
ROCKINGHAM, NORTH CAROLINA 28380
TELEPHONE: (910) 997-8211

Jeff Smart
Chairman
Jason R. Gainey
Vice Chairman
Justin Dawkins
Jamie Gathings
Andy Grooms
Robin Roberts
Rick W. Watkins

Bryan R. Land
County Manager
S. Mujeeb Shah-Khan
County Attorney
Cary Garner
Finance Officer

AGENDA ABSTRACT
_________________________________________________________________________________

Meeting Date: 09/01/2026

Agenda Item No. 09

Item for Decision
SUBJECT TITLE: Approval of Senior Center Month
PRESENTER: Theresa Smith, Social Services Director
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
Request approval of Proclamation for Senior Center Month.

COUNTY MANAGER’S COMMENTS OR RECOMMENDATION:
Approve

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RICHMOND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
105 W. FRANKLIN ST, COURTROOM C, PO BOX 504
ROCKINGHAM, NORTH CAROLINA 28380
TELEPHONE: (910) 997-8211

Jeff Smart
Chairman
Jason R. Gainey
Vice Chairman
Justin Dawkins
Jamie Gathings
Andy Grooms
Robin Roberts
Rick W. Watkins

Bryan R. Land
County Manager
S. Mujeeb Shah-Khan
County Attorney
Cary Garner
Finance Officer
Dena R. Cook
Clerk to the Board

PROCLAMATION FOR SENIOR CENTER MONTH

WHEREAS, Richmond County has four senior centers serving as focal points to provide and coordinate a broad
spectrum of services and activities for older adults; and
WHEREAS, through leadership from the Richmond County Department of Health and Human Services,
Division of Aging, our county’s unique model of senior center programming, has created a rich network of
senior centers that exemplify excellence in the communities they serve; and
WHEREAS, through a wide array of services, programs, and activities, senior centers empower the older
residents of Richmond County to contribute to their own health and well-being, as well as the health and wellbeing of their fellow residents of all ages and provide opportunities for social connection and engagement; and
WHEREAS, senior centers in Richmond County affirm the dignity, self-worth, and independence of older
people by tapping their experiences, skills, and knowledge; providing support, resources, and opportunities
aligned with individual preferences and needs; and encouraging continued contributions to the community; and
WHEREAS, Richmond County recognizes the tremendous contributions that senior centers make towards our
communities and the outstanding effort of the staff and volunteers who work every day to enhance the wellbeing of the older members of our communities;
NOW THEREFORE, we, Richmond County Department of Health and Human Services, Division of
Aging Services proclaim the month of September 2026 as “SENIOR CENTER MONTH” in Richmond
County and commend its observance to all citizens.
Adopted this 1st day of September 2026

________________________________
Jeff Smart, Chairman
Richmond County Board of Commissioners
ATTEST:
________________________________
S. Mujeeb Shah-Khan,
Richmond County Attorney

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RICHMOND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
105 W FRANKLIN ST, COURTROOM C, P.O. BOX 504
ROCKINGHAM, NORTH CAROLINA 28380
TELEPHONE: (910) 997-8211
Jeff Smart
Chairman
Jason R. Gainey
Vice Chairman
Justin Dawkins
Jamie Gathings
Robin Roberts
Rick W. Watkins

Bryan R. Land
County Manager
S. Mujeeb Shah-Khan
County Attorney
Cary Garner
Finance Officer

AGENDA ABSTRACT
________________________________________________________________________________________

Meeting Date: 09/01/2026

Agenda Item No. 10

____________________________________________________________________________

Item for Decision
SUBJECT TITLE: Approve the Transfer of Surplus Vehicle to Richmond County Rescue Squad
PRESENTER: Cary Garner, Finance Director
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
Request Board Approval to transfer surplus vehicle, same being a 2012 Ford F-150 VIN:
1FTFW1EF1CFA89428 to replace Richmond County Resue Squad’s 2001 F-150 with 300,000 miles on
it.
Forms to be approved and signed are:
-Property Control Dipsosition

COUNTY MANAGER’S COMMENTS OR RECOMMENDATION:
Approve

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RICHMOND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
105 W. FRANKLIN ST, COURTROOM C, PO BOX 504
ROCKINGHAM, NORTH CAROLINA 28380
TELEPHONE: (910) 997-8211

Jeff Smart
Chairman
Jason R. Gainey
Vice Chairman
Justin Dawkins
Jamie Gathings
Andy Grooms
Robin Roberts
Rick W. Watkins

Bryan R. Land
County Manager
S. Mujeeb Shah-Khan
County Attorney
Cary Garner
Finance Officer

AGENDA ABSTRACT
_________________________________________________________________________________

Meeting Date: 09/01/2026

Agenda Item No. 11

Item for Decision
SUBJECT TITLE: Approval of Constitution Week Proclamation for America 250
Commemoration Week
PRESENTER: Jeff Cmart, Chairman of the Richmond County Board of Commissioners
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
Requesting that Board approve this request.

COUNTY MANAGER’S COMMENTS OR RECOMMENDATION:
Approve

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Constitution Week Proclamation: September 17–23, 2026
America 250 Commemoration
Richmond County, North Carolina
WHEREAS, September 17, 2026, marks the 239th anniversary of the signing of the
Constitution of the United States of America, the foundational document that established our
national government, secured our liberties, and continues to guide our Republic; and
WHEREAS, the year 2026 also marks the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United
States, a milestone commemorated nationwide through America 250, the official observance
recognizing the courage, vision, and enduring principles of the American Revolution; and
WHEREAS, the Constitution stands as a testament to the wisdom, foresight, and resolve of the
Founding Fathers, who created a framework for self-government that has endured through war,
peace, expansion, and change; and
WHEREAS, it is fitting and proper for the people of Richmond County to commemorate
Constitution Week by reflecting upon the rights and responsibilities of citizenship, promoting
civic education, and honoring the legacy of those who have defended and preserved our
freedoms; and
WHEREAS, the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, including the
General Henry William Harrington Chapter, encourages all citizens, schools, churches, and
community organizations to participate in Constitution Week through educational programs,
displays, and public awareness activities; and
WHEREAS, Richmond County proudly joins communities across North Carolina and the nation
in recognizing Constitution Week as part of the broader America 250 celebration, honoring our
shared history and reaffirming our commitment to the ideals of liberty and justice.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Jeff Smart, Chairman of the Richmond County Commissioners,
North Carolina, do hereby proclaim September 17–23, 2026, as CONSTITUTION WEEK in
Richmond County and encourage all citizens to study the Constitution, reflect on the blessings of
freedom, and participate in America 250 commemorative activities throughout our community.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the Richmond
County, North Carolina to be affixed this ___ day of September 2026.

______________________________________________
Jeff Smart, County Commissioners Chairman, Richmond County, North Carolina

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Ginnie Sebastian Storage
President General
DAR National Headquarters
1776 D Street NW
Washington, DC 20006
(202) 628–1776

DAR Facts
The Daughters of the American Revolution is a nonprofit, nonpolitical volunteer women’s service organization dedicated to
promoting historic preservation, education and patriotism.
Founded:

October 11, 1890; incorporated in 1896 by an Act of Congress

Mission:

To promote historic preservation, education and patriotism

Motto:

God, Home and Country

Membership:

- 190,000 members
- 3,000 chapters in all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
- International chapters in Australia, Austria, The Bahamas, Canada, France, Germany, Guam, Ireland, Italy, Japan,
Mexico, Spain, United Kingdom
- More than 1 million women have joined the DAR since it was founded.

Management:

Policy for the Society is made by the National Board of Management composed of the President General,
11 Executive Officers, 21 Vice Presidents General and 52 State Regents. The National Board of Management
meets six times a year at DAR Headquarters in Washington, D.C.

Continental Congress:

The DAR annual national meeting is named after the original Continental Congress that governed the American
Colonies. DAR Continental Congress attracts more than 3,500 members to Washington, D.C., each summer.

Become a Member
Eligibility for Membership:

Any woman 18 years or older, regardless of race, religion or ethnic background, who can prove lineal descent
from a Patriot of the American Revolution is eligible.

Ways to learn more about
DAR membership:

- Visit the DAR Website (www.dar.org) to read about steps to membership and to fill out a prospective membership form
- Talk to local DAR chapter members in your area
- E-mail inquiries to [email protected]
- Call a membership representative at National Headquarters at (202) 879–3224

National Headquarters
Buildings: The DAR Headquarters complex occupies an
entire city block near the White House and
includes three adjoining buildings, two of which
are Registered National Historic Landmarks*:
- Memorial Continental Hall* (1905)
- Constitution Hall* (1929)
- Administration Building (1920, 1950)
Hours:

Open to the public:
Monday—Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
and Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

DAR Library:

One of the largest genealogical research centers in the United
States. A specialized collection of American genealogical and
historical manuscripts and publications.

DAR Museum:

31 Period Rooms as well as permanent and changing exhibitions
showcase American furnishings and decorative arts prior to 1930’s.
Accredited by the American Alliance of Museums.

Americana Room:

Collection of early American manuscripts and imprints,
including signatures of all of the Signers of the Declaration of
Independence. The unique collection is available for viewing
and research.

DAR Publications and Resources
For more information, pricing or to order these materials, call DAR Headquarters.
- America’s Women in the Revolutionary Era, 1760–1790:
A Bibliographic Guide
- American Spirit magazine and Daughters newsletter
- DAR Members’ Website (www.dar.org/members)

- Genealogical Research System (www.dar.org/grs)
- Honoring Our Patriots Website
(www.dar.org/HonoringOurPatriots)

- DAR Public Website (www.dar.org)

- My Father Was a Soldier: The Real Daughters
of the American Revolution

- E Pluribus Unum Website (www.dar.org/epu)

- Revolutionary War Source Guides

For more information about DAR, visit www.dar.org or call (202) 628–1776.
Document No. PG–2000 (Revised August 2025)

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DAR Committees
Most of the volunteer work of DAR is accomplished under a committee system comprised of national chairs appointed by the President General
and locally appointed state and chapter chairs. The national chairs direct, supervise and promote the activities of their committees with the
assistance of national vice chairs.

DAR committees promoting the mission of the Society include (but are not limited to):

Historic Preservation
American Heritage:

Promotes the preservation of American cultural traditions, crafts and music.

Genealogical Records:

More than 18,000 volumes of unpublished source records have been copied and bound for the
DAR Library.

Historic Preservation:

Oversees awarding of the Historic Preservation Medal and supervises the Historic Preservation
Project Contest; documents historic site preservation and research.

Lineage Research:
DAR Library Outreach:

Those knowledgeable in genealogy assist prospective members and hold workshops.
Repository for electronic genealogical resources and microforms of state records not found in other
local research centers.

Education
American History:

Sponsors American History essay contests for students in fifth through eighth grades, including
homeschooled children as well as a high school essay contest.

American Indians:

DAR has assisted American Indians with financial and scholarship aid since 1936.

Community Classroom:

Seeks to encourage volunteers to provide additional support to children in classrooms and schools
in their communities by providing time and financial support.

DAR Good Citizens:

Promotes dependability, service, leadership and patriotism among high-school seniors by presenting
national and state awards.

DAR Scholarship:

Thousands of dollars are awarded through NSDAR American history, political science, history,
government, historic preservation, economics, music, nursing, medical and occupational therapy
scholarships annually.

DAR Supported Schools:

Support given to Kate Duncan Smith DAR School, AL; Berry College, GA; Crossnore Communities
for Children, NC; Hillside School, MA; Hindman Settlement School, KY;

E Pluribus Unum Educational Initiative:

An initiative to increase awareness of Patriots of Color in the American Revolution, encourage their
descendants to consider membership in the DAR, and publish more genealogical resources about
people of color.

Junior American Citizens:

Citizenship training program for boys and girls, kindergarten through high school. JAC Clubs are
available to parochial, private, public and homeschooled students.

Literacy Promotion:

Promotes adult literacy and involvement in literacy programs.

Patriotism
Service to America:

A challenge issued to all DAR members to invest in community service as a way to give back to our
communities.

Community Service Awards:

Medals given to recognize local citizens for outstanding achievements in cultural, educational,
humanitarian, patriotic and citizenship work in their communities.

Constitution Week:

DAR sponsors special programs during the week of September 17–23 to raise awareness about the
United States Constitution. This official weeklong celebration of the Constitution was initiated by
the DAR in 1955 and adopted by the U.S. Congress in 1956.

DAR Service for Veterans:

As a member of the National Veterans Administration Voluntary Service Advisory Committee, DAR
has representatives in Veterans Administration (VA) Medical Centers. DAR members volunteer in
VA facilities and in state- and community-based programs, donating gifts, cash, personal care
items, cancelled postage stamps and thousands of hours of time in service to America’s veterans.

The Flag of the United States of America:
National Defense:
DAR Project Patriot:

Thousands of flags, flag codes, certificates and other patriotic materials are distributed annually.
Youth Citizenship Awards are presented to elementary through high-school students. Gold and
bronze ROTC medals are presented to outstanding high-school and college cadets.
Provides support to America’s service personnel in current conflicts abroad.

For more information about DAR, visit www.dar.org or call (202) 628-1776
Document No. PG–2000 (Revised August 2025)

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RICHMOND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
105 W. FRANKLIN ST, COURTROOM C, PO BOX 504
ROCKINGHAM, NORTH CAROLINA 28380
TELEPHONE: (910) 997-8211

Jeff Smart
Chairman
Jason R. Gainey
Vice Chairman
Justin Dawkins
Jamie Gathings
Andy Grooms
Robin Roberts
Rick W. Watkins

Bryan R. Land
County Manager
S. Mujeeb Shah-Khan
County Attorney
Cary Garner
Finance Officer

AGENDA ABSTRACT
_________________________________________________________________________________

Meeting Date: 09/01/2026

Agenda Item No. 12

Item for Decision
SUBJECT TITLE: Adjournment
PRESENTER: Chairperson
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
The next Richmond County Board of Commissioners meeting will be on Tuesday, October 6,
2026.

COUNTY MANAGER’S COMMENTS OR RECOMMENDATION:
Approve
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