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Cramerton commissioners praise public works, consider bulk trash rules and plan budget workshop
Summary
Commissioners commended public works for improved trash collection, discussed revisiting the bulk/debris pickup ordinance to clarify town responsibility, and confirmed that department heads will present priorities at an upcoming budget workshop.
Mayor Pro Tempore Richard Atkinson opened discussion of several administrative items, raising concerns about bulk and debris trash pickup and suggesting the Board revisit the existing ordinance to clarify what the town will collect.
Commissioner Scott Kincaid praised public works staff for improved trash collection, noting significant changes over the last six months. Commissioner Kathy Ramsey and Commissioner Dixie Abernathy also commended staff for work on a recent town event and urged clear communication of processes to staff and citizens.
Town Manager Zach Ollis explained that department heads would present their budgetary priorities at the upcoming budget workshop and that the session typically has not used strict time limits; he said he will accommodate the Board’s preferences. Commissioners asked whether time slots would be assigned and requested clarity about the workshop format and priorities.
Separately, Chuck Brimer announced a community event—"Cruise in for Christ"—on April 12 at First Baptist Church of Cramerton from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., describing food, games, music, and a blood mobile. Commissioners noted that the town’s mobile app helped promote the recent event and that many attendees had downloaded the app.
The Board adjourned the workshop at 6:22 p.m.
