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CountyLines: July 2011 Session was short, as 'long' sessions go The 2011 Long Session of the North Carolina General Assembly was a session filled with firsts. It was the first session in more than a century in which Republicans controlled both chambers – with solid majorities in each. It was the first time in recent memory that the General Assembly had its budget adopted and wrapped up before June 15. It was the first time that the governor vetoed the state budget, and the subsequent override was the first override of a gubernatorial veto since North Carolina governors were granted the veto in 1996.
Workshops support Annual Conference theme of 'Overcoming Challenges'  The NCACC's 104th Annual Conference will be held Aug. 18-21 in Cabarrus County. Twelve workshops spread over three tracks will focus on Leadership, Economy and Finance.
 President's Perspective It may be tempting to think that our work is complete for the summer, but there is one more major event for county commissioners left on the calendar – attending the Association's Annual Conference. This year's event will be held Aug. 18-21 in Cabarrus County. The theme for 2011 is Overcoming Challenges, and that is exactly what counties across the state have been doing in recent years.
New program helps counties contain inmate medical costs Costs associated with inmate medical care can be extremely burdensome and a significant drain on county budgets, and many inmate medical expenses are paid without the benefit of discounted or negotiated network rates. To help alleviate this financial strain, the NCACC has partnered with Gilsbar, Inc. and the Willis Group to create an Inmate Medical Cost Containment Program.
 Loftis rides to pay his respects Gaston County chairman leads effort to honor a county's fallen hero
2011-12 county property tax rates The NCACC's annual survey of county property tax rates revealed a mixed bag for 2011-12. According to the survey, 21 counties increased property taxes for 2011-12 – including seven counties that went through revaluation and adopted a rate higher than their published "revenue neutral" rate – five reduced rates and 71 counties held their rates steady. Three counties adopted interim budgets. These numbers are roughly in line with each of the past three budget cycles. Edge among 21 to complete intensive 2011 leadership program  Cumberland County Chairman Kenneth Edge, the president elect of the NCACC, was one of a select group of 21 leaders in county government from across the United States to participate in the 8th Annual County Leadership Institute (CLI), a rigorous program developed by the National Association of Counties (NACo) and Cambridge Leadership Associates.
Managing Your Risk Now is the time to review and make sure your property coverage is in order
NCACC grants contribute to successful wellness programs Davie, Orange and Watauga counties received wellness grants from the NCACC Risk Management Pools in June. Since 2006, the grant program has funded more than 50 county programs that have helped to create or enhance an employee wellness program that encourages healthy lifestyles and improves morale at work.
Forsyth student wins county government essay contest  Rebecca Lowder, a sophomore at West Forsyth High School in Clemmons, is the winner of the NCACC's fourth annual essay contest on county government for 9th or 10th grade students. The topic of the essay is, "How does my county government improve the lives of its citizens?"
Durham to poll voters on sales taxes Durham has joined a short list of counties that plan to run a referendum on the Article 46 quarter-cent sales tax on Nov. 8.
 Share how your county is 'overcoming challenges' The NCACC will host a poster seminar during the 104th Annual Conference relating to the "Overcoming Challenges" theme. Counties should apply by Aug. 8. Program posters will be displayed Friday, Aug. 19, from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
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