Council Meeting, September 28

The City Council meeting of Rocky Mount on September 28, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key highlights included the approval of a $129,959.82 consultant services contract with Kimley Horn and Associates for updating the Rocky Mount Metropolitan Transportation Plan, a state and federally required project. The council also approved a $2,775,000 cash deposit to the Municipal Gas Acquisition and Supply Corporation to support gas purchases, with discussion about the deposit's interest-bearing nature and potential future requirements. Additionally, the council approved an amended and restated downtown major investment incentive program agreement with MF Triangle LLC. Appointments and reappointments to the Utility Service Review Board were considered, ensuring compliance with residency and customer standing requirements. The council adopted a resolution authorizing grant applications for federal transportation assistance for fiscal years 2023 and 2027. Public comments focused heavily on concerns about potential privatization of the city's water system, emphasizing the importance of local control and infrastructure investment. The meeting concluded with a closed session on economic development matters.