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Cramerton proposes Black Mountain finance software after audit returns $1.2–$1.3M to fund balance

Town of Cramerton Board of Commissioners · March 1, 2026
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Town Manager Zach Ollis reported the recent audit freed $1.2–$1.3 million for potential uses and proposed purchasing Black Mountain financial software (first-year cost $41,700; $23,000 annual maintenance), along with smaller projects like flags and a website refresh; staff will check contract terms and return with details.

Town Manager Zach Ollis told the Board of Commissioners that a favorable audit allowed the town to restore approximately $1.2 to $1.3 million to its fund balance and presented near-term spending priorities.

Ollis proposed purchasing a new financial software package from Black Mountain to resolve payroll and finance issues, prioritizing core functionality first. He said the package would cost $41,700 in the first year, with an ongoing maintenance fee of about $23,000 annually. Assistant Town Manager Josh…

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