Rockingham County Board of Commissioners Meeting | August 3, 2026

The Rockingham County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on August 3, 2026, which included a recognition of retiring Sheriff Samuel S. Paige for his 28 years of service. The meeting featured a detailed presentation by Emily Stuka and her team from the North Carolina Department of Transportation on the Rockingham County Comprehensive Transportation Plan (CTP). The plan outlines long-range transportation needs and recommendations for highways, public transit, rail, and bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure, with projects aimed at improving safety, mobility, and connectivity across the county. Notably, some projects like the widening of NC87 are already funded with construction anticipated by 2034. The board discussed potential partnerships for regional bus routes and emphasized the importance of multimodal transportation options. The commissioners did not take action on the plan during this meeting but planned to consider adoption at the next meeting on August 17, 2026. No new business or procurement decisions were made during this session.