Public comments address nursing home concerns during Carroll County commissioners meeting

The Carroll County Commissioners Meeting held on July 8, 2025, addressed significant community concerns, particularly regarding local nursing homes and a rezoning request for a landscaping business.

During the public comments section, resident Rodney Brown voiced his deep concerns about the quality of care in three local nursing facilities: Pine Knoll Nursing Home, Carrollton Manor, and Carrollton Rehab and Nursing. Brown shared a personal story about his father's experience at Carrollton Manor, where he faced severe neglect that ultimately led to his passing. He highlighted alarming ratings from health reviews, noting that Carrollton Manor received a score of 1 out of 5, while the other two facilities scored 3 out of 5. Brown emphasized the need for better oversight and care for vulnerable seniors in the community, urging the commissioners to take action to improve conditions.

Following the public comments, the meeting transitioned to a zoning session. Community Development Director Ben Skipper presented a rezoning request for a half-acre property on Hooping Creek Road. The request aimed to change the zoning from residential to commercial to facilitate the establishment of a landscaping business. The commissioners were set to review the application, which included provisions for public input from both supporters and opponents of the request.

The discussions during the meeting underscored ongoing community issues related to elder care and local business development, reflecting the commissioners' role in addressing these critical matters. Further actions and decisions regarding the nursing homes and the rezoning request are anticipated in future meetings.