Board of County Commissioners Briefing - Jul 06, 2026

The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners held a briefing on July 6, 2026, covering a range of topics including community college updates, contract awards, and budget allocations. Forsyth Tech Community College reported on its achievements, including being named a top 10 finalist for the Aspen Prize and ongoing partnerships such as with Novant Health for student healthcare services. The board approved a one-year lobbying contract with Perinson Law Firm for $61,600 and authorized contracts with Senior Services, Inc. for home-delivered meals and adult daycare services, with contract amounts reflecting federal, state, and county funding. A significant procurement action included awarding a contract to Reinhardt Fire Services for $815,000 to purchase self-contained breathing apparatus and related equipment for fire departments, emphasizing bulk purchasing savings and local vendor preference. Additionally, the board approved a $4.57 million construction contract with HM Kern for the Law Enforcement Detention Center elevator modernization project, including a $150,000 change order allowance and a capital budget transfer. Other procurement actions involved awarding contracts for medical supplies and oxygen cylinder services for emergency medical services through competitive bidding. Lease agreements for county-owned properties to support family services and legal aid were also authorized. The meeting concluded with updates on mental health funding and a closed session.