Board of Commissioners Regular - May 19 2026

The Iredell County Board of Commissioners held their regular meeting on May 19, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were addressed. Key procurement actions included approval of the surplus declaration and donation of a mobile command RV to the Rutherford County Sheriff's Office, funded by asset forfeiture. The board also approved a contingent agreement with CVS for pharmacy benefits pending final legal and vendor approval. Budget amendments were approved to allocate opioid settlement funds to the county, adjust funding for the Juvenile Crime Prevention Council, and fund the replacement of a fire engine at Lone Hickory for $275,000. Additionally, a capital contribution of a rescue truck to the sheriff's office was recognized. The board called for a public hearing on the fiscal year 2027 budget and approved April 2026 tax releases and refunds. Finally, a public hearing was scheduled for June 16, 2026, regarding a potential economic development incentive for Project Go Fast. Several appointments to boards and commissions were also confirmed during the meeting.