Oxford commissioners approve lead service line inventory funding, wastewater feasibility support, subdivision and planning board appointment

At its April meeting the Oxford City Board of Commissioners approved several routine and policy items, including acceptance of state funding for a lead service line inventory and other administrative actions.

Lead service line inventory funding: Staff said the city was awarded $1,000,000 through the state's Drinking Water State Revolving Fund program; the award was described as 100 percent forgivable and intended to support the inventory and compliance work. Staff recommended approving a resolution accepting the funding and a capital project budget ordinance. Commissioner Bridges moved the measures and Commissioner Velez seconded; the board voted in favor.

Wastewater feasibility grant support: The board approved a resolution supporting an application for a regional wastewater merger/feasibility grant. Staff recommended approval and Commissioner McGee moved with Commissioner Brooks seconding; the motion carried.

Land use and appointments: The board approved a planning‑board‑recommended four‑lot subdivision on Montague Center Road (annexed in 2024 with light industrial zoning) after staff noted comments from NCDOT. The board also filled a vacancy on the planning board via ballot; after ballots were read aloud the selected candidate (reported as Aaron/Harry Mills in the record) was approved by motion.

Consent and minutes: The board approved the consent agenda and March meeting minutes. The meeting concluded after routine remarks and a motion to adjourn.