# Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Materials **Body:** Burke County Government — Board of Commissioners **Date:** February 17, 2025 12:00 AM EST (2025-02-17T00:00:00-05:00) **Link:** https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1345 ## Summary **Burke County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Recap** **Date:** February 17, 2025 The Burke County Board of Commissioners convened for their regular meeting on February 17, 2025, beginning with an invocation by Reverend Dr. Wayne Johnson and the Pledge of Allegiance led by County Attorney Dustin Hall. The Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda, which included a minor amendment to remove an animal services presentation due to staff illness. Additionally, the Board approved the minutes from previous meetings held on November 19, December 2, and December 16, 2024, without any changes. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to financial and regional updates. Alan Thompson from Thompson-Price-Scott Adams & Company, PA, presented the county’s fiscal year 2024 audit, which received an "unmodified" opinion, indicating a clean financial standing. The Board was briefed on minor findings regarding internal review processes and Medicaid compliance, noting that the county is actively addressing these issues. The Board also received a presentation from Anthony Starr of the Western Piedmont Council of Governments (WPCOG) regarding interbasin water transfers. Board members expressed specific concern about the potential impact of Charlotte Water’s proposed transfer modifications on Burke County’s water resources, reaffirming their support for protecting local water supplies and coordinating with neighboring counties. Other key discussions included a transportation update from Avery Ritchie of WPCOG, which covered regional planning, funded projects, and infrastructure improvements such as upgrades to US 321. In a recognition of public service, Ashley Jarrett presented the Dogwood Award to Health Director Danny Scalise for his dedication to public health and safety. A presentation by Sandy Holman from West Piedmont Community College was scheduled but postponed due to her absence; this presentation will be rescheduled for the March pre-agenda meeting. The Board took several concrete actions during the meeting. They unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included a proclamation declaring February as Spay and Neuter Month, a budget amendment for state funds, quarterly financial reports from Burke County Schools and the Tourism Development Authority, a resolution supporting Blue Ridge Parkway recovery efforts, and monthly tax and refund reports. Furthermore, the Board approved a project management agreement with Burke Development to manage the Great Meadows industrial site at the Burke Business Park, allowing for flexibility in grant funding utilization. A resolution was also passed to extend fee waivers for permits related to Hurricane Helene damage through December 31, 2025. Finally, the Board appointed new members to the Child Protection and Fatality Prevention Team. Regarding next steps, the Board agreed that Sandy Holman will present the West Piedmont Community College financial data at the March pre-agenda meeting. The Board will continue to monitor concerns related to interbasin water transfers and coordinate with other counties on this issue. Additionally, the Board plans to review the draft State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) at a future meeting and will discuss the Burke Business Park project in greater detail during a work session on March 6. No public comments were recorded as significant input during this session. ## Agenda - [Agenda Outline](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1345/item/10954) - [Agenda Full Version](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1345/item/10955) - [Agenda Action Report](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1345/item/10956) - [1. CALL TO ORDER](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1345/item/10957) - [2. INVOCATION](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1345/item/10958) - [3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1345/item/10959) - [4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1345/item/10960) - [5. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1345/item/10961) - [6. PRESENTATIONS](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1345/item/10962) - [7. SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARINGS - NONE](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1345/item/10963) - [8. INFORMAL PUBLIC COMMENTS](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1345/item/10964) - [9. CONSENT AGENDA](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1345/item/10965) - [10. ITEMS FOR DECISION](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1345/item/10966) - [11. REPORTS AND COMMENTS](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1345/item/10967) - [12. VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENTS](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1345/item/10968) - [13. CLOSED SESSION](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1345/item/10969) - [14. ADJOURN](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1345/item/10970) ## Votes - To approve the agenda as amended: add Consent Item No. 17, Approval of the GMP (Guaranteed Maximum Price) for the Courthouse Renovation Project. — Passed, 5-0 - To approve the minutes of the August 20, 2024 (regular) meeting as written. — Passed, 5-0 - 9. CONSENT AGENDA — Passed, 5-0 ## Video & Transcript - Recording: https://youtu.be/Cja7C7doPI8?si=rN4t80UOunB-_lP3 - Transcript: https://sunshinemeetings.org/transcript/1019/segments - Recording: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p-05Y_eWDqk - Transcript: https://sunshinemeetings.org/transcript/1022/segments ## Documents - [agenda_packet_2025-02-17.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/1345?document=2663) ## Sources - [CivicClerk](https://burkeconc.portal.civicclerk.com/#!/events/852)