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.
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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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.
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