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Caldwell County commissioners adopt multiple policies, approve demolitions and accept county manager's resignation
Summary
Caldwell County commissioners on Monday approved a set of personnel, budget and property actions including a new OC‑spray policy for certain home‑visiting employees, a $2 per hour night shift differential for telecommunicators, an extension of a lease at 609 Harper Avenue and demolition orders for two properties.
Caldwell County commissioners on Monday approved several personnel, budget and property actions, adopted two personnel‑safety policies and authorized demolition proceedings for two properties after a closed session.
The board voted to adopt a draft policy allowing certain Department of Social Services employees who make home visits to carry department‑supplied oleoresin capsicum (OC) spray after training and registration with county administration; commissioners approved a $2‑per‑hour night shift differential for telecommunicators; and they extended a tenant’s lease at 609 Harper Avenue through June 30 while maintaining the current rate.
In other business the board approved demolition ordinances for two problem properties and accepted the resignation of County Manager Donald Duncan Jr., effective Feb. 28, 2025. The board appointed Assistant County Manager Wayne Grama as interim county manager effective March 1, 2025.
Nut graf: The actions together touch personnel safety, recruitment and retention of emergency communications staff,…
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