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Commissioners, School Board Set To Meet To Continue Redistricting Discussion

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The Granville County Board of Education and Board of Commissioners will hold a joint meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 27 beginning at 2 p.m. at the Granville County Expo Center.

The purpose of the meeting will be to discuss redistricting, according to a press statement from Dr. Stan Winborne, associate superintendent of curriculum & instruction and public information officer.

This meeting is open to the public, and masks and social distancing protocols are recommended.  A recording of the meeting will also be available to view on the GCPS website following the meeting, Winborne stated.

The Wednesday meeting of the two groups follows public hearings that have been held recently to hear from community members about several options regarding school reorganization and consolidation.

A public hearing was held at Tar River Elementary on Oct. 18 and school board members heard from teachers and parents about the idea of making Tar River Elementary a middle school to replace G.C. Hawley Middle in Creedmoor.

Speakers voiced their opposition to the idea and cited numerous reasons why it would be a bad idea, from splitting up school staff and losing teachers to other districts and charter schools to spending money to make the newest school campus appropriate for middle school students.

A called meeting of the school board is set for Monday, Oct. 25 at 4 p.m., Winborne stated, at which time the board will continue its discussion of school reorganization and consolidation. The meeting will be held at the Mary Potter Center of Education, 200 Taylor St., Oxford.

The meeting will be livestreamed at: https://live.myvrspot.com/st?cid=MDhkZj.
Winborne said that anyone who attends this meeting must wear a face covering and cooperate with social distancing requirements.  Anyone without a face covering will not be permitted to enter the building.  Face coverings must be worn at all times while inside the building.  Anyone who chooses not to comply with the above will be asked to leave the property.  There will be limited seating available.

JF Webb Student’s Artwork Selected For NACo 2022 Calendar

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A local teenager’s artwork has been chosen from entries submitted from across the country for a 2022 calendar that will be distributed across the country by the National Association of Counties (NACo).

Brim Royster, a junior at J.F. Webb High School, is one of 18 winners selected from a pool of entries submitted through local county governments across the nation. The “I Love My County Because…” art competition, sponsored by NACo, was held for students in grades 1 through 12, who were asked to explain in words and in art why “their county matters.” Royster’s entry depicts his strong family connections in the area.

J.F. Webb High School art teacher Ophelia Staton was recently notified of the selection, according to a statement from Lynn Allred, Granville County’s public information officer.

“I am so excited for Brim and for our art program,” Staton said in the statement. “We have some talented students, and this recognition means so much for our school and – of course – for Brim. We are very proud of him. His talent is sure to take him very far.”

Students from J.F. Webb, Tar River Elementary and Creedmoor Elementary submitted artwork for the 2021 competition, which was introduced this year as part of the “Counties Matter” campaign. All entries are currently on display at the Harris Exhibit Hall of the Granville County Historical Society Museum, 1 Museum Lane in Oxford.

In addition to being featured in the NACo calendar, Royster will receive prizes and a certificate, as well as having his artwork published in the NACo newspaper “County News,” which is distributed to county members in all 50 states. More than 3,000 U.S. counties are active NACo members, including Granville County Government.

“Granville County was well represented in this contest,” said Sue Hinman, chair of the Granville County board of commissioners. “We thank all the students who participated, as well as the art teachers who submitted entries on behalf of their students. We are also grateful to Granville County Public Schools, who assisted us in this project.”

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Granville County’s David Smith Receives Order of the Long Leaf Pine

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Granville County’s David Smith was awarded the Order of the Long Leaf Pine earlier this week.  The award is one of the most prestigious in North Carolina and comes from the Governor.

Smith, presently chairman of the Granville County Commissioners, is a former Sheriff of Granville County.

The Order of the Long Leaf Pine society’s web page (https://longleafpinesociety.org/) indicates North Carolina Governors have presented the award since 1963 “for persons who have made significant contributions to the state and their communities through their exemplary service and exceptional accomplishments.”

Comm. David Smith, District 2, is pictured with his family as Granville County’s Clerk to the Board, Debra Weary, administers the oath Dec 3, 2018. (Photo Credit: County of Granville)

On the web site granvillecounty.org  (https://www.granvillecounty.org/2020/12/16/smith-awarded-order-of-the-long-leaf-pine/) you can see additional details.  For 48 or more years, Smith has served Granville County.

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Granville Co. Board of Commissioners to Meet Nov. 16

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-Information courtesy the County of Granville

The Granville County Board of Commissioners will meet remotely by Zoom conference call on Monday, November 16, 2020, at 7 p.m. for the regularly scheduled meeting.

Public comments for the 5310 Transportation Grant and public comments for other matters will be accepted in written format and must be received by Monday, November 16 at 12 p.m. by mail to P.O. Box 906, Oxford, NC 27565 or email to grancomrs@granvillecounty.org

Please contact the County Administration Office at (919) 693-5240 to receive the registration link.

To view Granville Co. Board of Commissioner meeting agendas and minutes, click here.

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Granville Co. Board of Commissioners to Meet This Evening

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-Information courtesy the County of Granville

The Granville County Board of Commissioners will meet remotely by Zoom conference call on Monday, November 2, 2020, at 7 p.m. for a regular scheduled meeting.

In order to adhere to COVID-19 restrictions, the meeting may be accessed by a Zoom link. Please contact the County Administration Office at (919) 693-5240 to receive the registration link.

Public comments will be accepted in written format and must be received by Monday, November 2 at 12 p.m. by mail to P.O. Box 906, Oxford, NC 27565 or email to grancomrs@granvillecounty.org

To view Granville Co. Board of Commissioner meeting agendas and minutes, click here.

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Anderson Sworn In as Granville County Commissioner

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-Press Release, Granville County Government

Mr. Ernie Anderson of Creedmoor was sworn into office as County Commissioner at 3 p.m. on September 16, 2020. Anderson was appointed by the Granville County Board of Commissioners to represent District 5, a seat left vacant by the unexpected passing of Comm. Owen Roberts in July.

Anderson, a construction project manager, was sworn in by Creedmoor Mayor Bobby Wheeler, with Commissioners Zelodis Jay (District 1), Sue Hinman (District 3) and Tim Karan (District 6) in attendance.

The appointment was made at the September 8 meeting of the Board. Anderson will serve until December 7, as this seat is on the upcoming ballot.

County Commissioner Ernie Anderson is pictured above (right) being sworn into office on Sept. 16, 2020. Creedmoor Mayor Bobby Wheeler administered the oath of office while Anderson’s wife Linda looked on. (Photo courtesy Granville Co. Govt.)

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Granville Co. Board of Commissioners to Hold Regular Monthly Meeting Tues., Sept. 8

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-Information courtesy the County of Granville

The Granville County Board of Commissioners will meet remotely by Zoom conference call on Tuesday, September 8, 2020, at 7 p.m. for the regularly scheduled meeting.

In order to adhere to the COVID-19 restrictions, the meeting may be accessed by utilizing the link and/or phone number included below.

Public comments will be accepted in written format and must be received by September 8 at 12 p.m. by mail to P.O. Box 906, Oxford, NC 27565 or email at grancomrs@granvillecounty.org

To Join Zoom Meeting:

https://granvillecounty.zoom.us/j/95601911408?pwd=SWhwVW5yeTRSRndCYTUrdERJRHVrUT09

Meeting ID: 956 0191 1408

Passcode: 593969

Dial by your location

877 853 5247 US Toll-free

888 788 0099 US Toll-free

Meeting ID: 956 0191 1408

Find your local number: https://granvillecounty.zoom.us/u/acrItghDaB

Agenda Items Include:

Consent Agenda

1. Contingency Summary

2. Budget Amendment #1

3. Minutes

4. Refunds – Releases and Write-offs for July 2020

Introductions, Recognitions and Presentations

5. Introduction of Human Resources Director and Assistant County Manager

Public Comments

6. Public Comments

Tax Matters

7. Department of Revenue Recommendation

Emergency Services Matters

8. Resolution of Adoption of EOP Rewrite

Solid Waste Matters

9. Environmental Programs Annual Engineering Agreement

Surplus Property

10. Surplus Vehicles

Purchasing

11. Emergency Communications – Netclock Purchase

12. Emergency Communications – Radio Maintenance Contract

13. Granville County Law Enforcement & Detention Center Service Contract – Preventative Maintenance of HVAC Systems

14. Granville County Law Enforcement & Detention Center Service Contract – Landscaping Maintenance

15. Granville County Law Enforcement & Detention Center Owner Requested Changes

16. Granville County MSW Landfill – Oxford Scale House New Construction

17. Granville Vance Health Department Renovation & Alterations

Appointments

18. Kerr-Tar Regional Council of Governments’ Advisory Council on Aging

County Manager’s Report

19. Information Item – Census

20. Emergency Response Program

County Attorney’s Report

21. Property Acquisition

22. District 5 Vacancy

Presentations by County Board Members

23. Presentations by County Board Members

Any Other Matters

24. Any Other Matters

To view meeting agendas and minutes for the Granville Co. Board of Commissioners, click here.

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Granville Co. Board of Commissioners to Hold Special Meeting July 20

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-Information courtesy the County of Granville

Special Meeting Notice

Please take notice that the Granville County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting on Monday, July 20, 2020, at 7 p.m.

In order to adhere to the COVID-19 restrictions, members of the Board will participate via simultaneous communication.  Members of the public may only attend via simultaneous communication using call-in information.

The Board anticipates going into closed session pursuant to G.S. §143-318.11(a)(3), (5) and (a)(6).

Public Dial-in Information

1-866-423-8755

Passcode is 583341

To view Granville Co. Board of Commissioner meeting agendas and minutes, click here.

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Granville Co. Board of Commissioners to Hold Regular June 15 Meeting Via Zoom

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-Information courtesy Debra A. Weary, Clerk to the Board, Granville County

The Granville County Board of Commissioners will meet remotely by Zoom conference call on Monday, June 15, 2020, at 7 p.m. for the regularly scheduled meeting.

In order to adhere to the COVID-19 restrictions, the meeting may be accessed by utilizing the link and/or phone number included below. Public comments will be accepted in written format and must be received by Monday, June 15 at 12 p.m. by mail to P.O. Box 906, Oxford, NC 27565 or email to grancomrs@granvillecounty.org

Join Zoom Meeting

https://granvillecounty.zoom.us/j/95965652266?pwd=ZU5yd3Y0Y3dESGtWUVVPS2J5QksvQT09

Meeting ID: 959 6565 2266

Password: 252302

Dial by your location

877 853 5247 US Toll-free

888 788 0099 US Toll-free

Meeting ID: 959 6565 2266

Find your local number: https://granvillecounty.zoom.us/u/adCuS6IvaN

Agenda:

Consent Agenda

1. Contingency Summary

2. Budget Amendment #9

3. Refunds-Releases and Write-offs for May 2020

Public Comments

4. Public Comments

Grant Matters

5. Home & Community Care Block Grant

6. JCPC County Plan and Membership List for FY 2020-2021

Purchasing

7. Emergency Communications Phone Relocation

8. Emergency Communications Radio Relocation

Budget Matters

9. Budget Discussion and Deliberation

Appointments

10. Granville County Library System Board of Trustees

11. Human Relations Commission

12. Research Triangle Regional Partnership Board of Directors

13. Kerr-Tar Workforce Development Board

14. Granville County Planning Board

County Manager’s Report

15. County Manager’s Report

County Attorney’s Report

16. Sale of Property

17. County Attorney’s Report

Presentations by County Board Members

18. Presentations by County Board Members

Any Other Matters

19. Any Other Matters

To view Granville Co. Board of Commissioner meeting agendas and minutes, click here.

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Granville Commissioners’ April 20 Meeting to Include Public Call-In Option

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-Information courtesy Debra A. Weary, Clerk to the Board, Granville County

The Granville County Board of Commissioners will meet on Monday, April 20, 2020, at 7 p.m. at the Granville Expo and Convention Center located at 4185 Highway 15 South, Oxford to conduct the regular business of the county.

In order to adhere to the COVID-19 restrictions, a call-in option is being provided for the public. The public can listen to the meeting by dialing 888-788-0099 (US Toll-free) and entering meeting ID number 934-5491-3517 and password 675161.

Public comments will be accepted in written format and must be received by Monday, April 20 at 12 p.m. by mail to P.O. Box 906, Oxford, NC 27565 or email to grancomrs@granvillecounty.org.

To view Granville Co. Board of Commissioner meeting agendas and minutes, click here.