NCACC

NCACC
215 N. Dawson St.
Raleigh, NC 27603

Albert Coates Local Government Center
Phone: (919) 715-2893
Fax: (919) 733-1065

Quorum Center
Phone: (919) 719-1100
Fax: (919) 719-1101

E-mail: ncacc@ncacc.org

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Risk Management Pools to host four regional meetings across state in February. Dates and locations are: Feb. 14 in Robeson County, Feb. 16 in Beaufort County, Feb. 28 in Davie County and Feb. 29 in Macon County. ... Entries for Outstanding County Program Awards competition due Feb. 17, 2012. Winners will be honored in April, which is National County Government Month. ... Registration for NACo 2012 Legislative Conference (March 3-7, Washington Hilton) is open. Register by Jan. 20 to save $25. ... Dates for six NCACC district meetings set: April 11 in Buncombe County, April 12 in Wilkes County, April 19 in Cabarrus County, April 24 in Person County, April 25 in Duplin County, and April 26 in Martin County. ... The NCACC will host County Assembly Day on Wednesday, May 30, in Raleigh. ... NCACC will hold its 2012 Annual Conference from Aug. 16-19 at the Raleigh Convention Center. ...

Washington, D.C. welcomes county officials in March

N.C. counties will caucus, visit with congressional delegation during Legislative Conference
County officials from across the country will convene in the nation’s capital March 3-7 for the National Association of Counties’ annual Legislative Conference. The conference is being held at the Washington Hilton. The NCACC has scheduled three events specifically for North Carolina attendees.

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Six district meetings set for April

The Association has announced locations for its series of six district meetings to be held this April.

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Value outweighs challenges of running a license plate agency

Ashe, McDowell officials share experiences with implementation
Over the past few years, several counties across North Carolina have contracted with the Division of Motor Vehicles to operate license plate agencies. While it might seem like a natural fit for a county to operate an agency, McDowell County Manager Chuck Abernathy says there are a lot of issues to consider.

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Optional jail program can benefit state and counties

Evolution of bill creating program shows importance of partnership with Legislature
On Jan. 1, the Statewide Misdemeanor Confinement Program officially began. The program pays counties to house misdemeanants with sentences between 90 and 180 days – inmates who would normally be assigned to a state prison. Counties that have extra bed space in their county jails can choose to participate in the program and receive a per diem for housing the extra prisoners that should more than cover any costs incurred. The program truly represents a win-win for the state and counties. The state is able to relieve some of the overcrowding in the state prison system by diverting some short-term inmates to county jails. And counties with extra space that choose to participate in the program can receive a new revenue stream to support jail operations.

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LGERS action could save counties $5 million

The Local Government Employees’ Retirement System (LGERS) Board of Trustees met Jan. 19 to set the annual retirement contribution (ARC), death benefit plan and law enforcement officer rates for Fiscal Year 2013.

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Emerging Issues Forum explores 'Gen Z'

County government attendees invited to attend special breakfast with Andrew Yang
The Institute for Emerging Issues' 27th Emerging Issues Forum will explore Gen Z’s impact on our economic and workforce development, how increased connectivity raises the bar, and how we can ensure their – and North Carolina’s – overall well-being. "Investing in Gen Z: A Guaranteed ROI" will be held Feb. 6-7 at the Raleigh Convention Center.

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Youths voice solutions to challenges during NCACC Annual Conference
Youth Involvement Task Force report and recommendations (PDF)

Risk Management Pools announce four regional meetings in February

The Association’s Risk Management Pools are planning regional meetings at four locations across the state for the benefit of member counties and related entities. These meetings are free of charge and will include a complimentary lunch.

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Start spreading the news: Become a County Ambassador

The NCACC Board of Directors has approved the creation of a County Ambassadors Program. Designed and developed by staff members of Strategic Goal Team 1, the program recognizes commissioners who actively engage citizens and the media in understanding more about the role and importance of county government and supports President Kenneth Edge’s desire to increase awareness about county government.

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Partnership essential in biz recruiting

Secretary of Commerce addresses Board of Directors
Secretary of Commerce Keith Crisco told members of the NCACC Board of Directors on Dec. 14 that while North Carolina has many advantages in the ever-competitive world of business recruitment, the state can continue to set itself apart through a collaborative approach and a strong partnership between the state and counties.

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Outstanding County Program Award entries due Feb. 17

If your county has developed a uniquely innovative process, solution or idea to address a county or multi-jurisdictional issue and/or to prevent a future problem from developing, consider applying for an Outstanding County Program Award. The Feb. 17 deadline to submit entries is quickly approaching.

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Have planning and zoning questions? Get answers at SOG workshop

The School of Government is offering a one-day workshop, "Community Planning and Zoning: Making Better Decisions," with faculty member David Owens to help elected officials know the right questions to ask about planning and zoning issues, how to navigate the zoning process, work effectively with others, and consider the long-term impact of the zoning decisions they are asked to make.