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September 16, 2024 (Regular Meeting) Page as salaries, insurance, equipment, and supplies. The grant requires a 15 percent county match for the administrative portion and 10 percent for the capital portion. A brief discussion ensued. During discussion, Mr. Ratliff responded to questions from the Board. Chairman Morris opened the public hearing at 7:21 p.m. The Public Hearing Notice was published on September 7, 2024 in The Independent Tribune in English and Spanish. The public hearing notice was also posted on the County's website (www.cabarruscounty. us) on September 4, 2024 in English and Spanish in accordance with Article 2, Administration, Section 2.1 (Use of Electronic Means to Provide Public Notices) of the Cabarrus County Code of Ordinances. There was no one present to address the Board; therefore, Chairman Morris closed the public hearing at 7:22 p.m. UPON MOTION of Vice Chairman Shue, seconded by Commissioner Measmer and unanimously carried, the board approved staff to apply for the North Carolina 5311 Community Transportation Grant, which will include a 15% County match for the administrative portion and a 10% County match for the capital portion. (G-3) BOC - LGC Funding Discussion Commissioner Measmer inquired regarding delayed funding for Cabarrus County schools discussed at the last school board meeting. A discussion ensued. During discussion, Mike Downs, County Manager; Jim Howden, Finance Director; and Kelly Sifford, Assistant County Manager; responded. Chairman Morris provided additional information. (H) REPORTS (H-1) BOC - Receive Updates from Commission Members Who Serve as Liaisons to Municipalities or on Various Boards/Committees The allotted time during regular meetings to receive updates from commission members that serve as liaisons to local municipalities or that serve on various boards/committees, if needed. This opportunity allows the board members to learn more about what is going on with the boards each commissioner is individually involved with. Commissioner Wortman reported various Active Living and Parks events: Trails and Tails will be a free event at Rob Wallace Park on October 3, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. and on November 7, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.; Free Hike for Health every Monday in October from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. at the parks; October 17-31, 2024 at Rob Wallace Park, Spooky but Spectacular Spiders event; and October 19, 2024 at Camp T.N. Spencer Park, Pioneer Day from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., there will be fee of $5 per participant. Cooperative Extension will host a Holiday Creation event at the Cabarrus Arena on November 13, 2024, beginning at 9:00 a.m. More information can be found on the Active Living and Parks website. Vice Chairman Shue shared there will be a celebration regarding the progress made in Elementary School education held at Bethel Elementary School on September 17, 2024 at 12:00 p.m. Governor Cooper will be attending. He invited the public to attend. Chairman Morris reported the International Festival will be held on Saturday, October 5, 2024 in downtown Concord on Market street and adjacent streets. He encouraged the public to attend. (H-2) BOC - Request for Applications for County Boards/Committees Applications are being accepted for the following County Boards/Committees: • Active Living and Parks Commission - 4 Vacancies • Adult Care Home Community Advisory Committee - 13 Vacant Positions • Concord Planning and Zoning Commission (ETJ) - 1 Vacant Position • Early Childhood Task Force Advisory Board - 2 Vacant Positions • Human Services Advisory Board - 1 Vacant Position • Industrial Facilities & Pollution Control Financing Authority - 1 Vacant Position • Juvenile Crime Prevention Council - 3 Vacant Positions Page 81