In a decisive move, the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a series of significant resolutions during their meeting on September 25, 2025. Among the highlights was the authorization of a three-year agreement with Overdrive Digital Inc., totaling $357,897.57, aimed at enhancing digital resources for the community.
The board also awarded a contract to SMME Inc. for the Watershed Dam Strap Grant Project, with funding not to exceed $203,989. This initiative is expected to bolster local infrastructure and environmental safety.
Another key resolution involved accepting additional grant funding from the North Carolina Department of Transportation and the FAA for the airfield lighting and signage project at Smith Reynolds Airport. This funding includes a state aid increase of $641,155.50 and federal funds of $98,759.70, with local matches contributing to a total project cost of $822,128. The board's approval of this project underscores its commitment to improving regional transportation facilities.
Additionally, the commissioners approved a contract with Farragut Systems Inc. for cloud hosting services related to the North Carolina Property Tax System, ensuring that the county's tax management remains efficient and up-to-date.
The meeting also addressed the declaration of certain county-owned personal property as surplus, setting the stage for an electronic auction scheduled for October 6, 2025. This move aims to optimize county resources and generate revenue.
Overall, the board's actions reflect a proactive approach to enhancing community services, infrastructure, and fiscal responsibility, with all resolutions passing unanimously, signaling strong bipartisan support for these initiatives.