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Alamance County Land Development Plan Meetings

Written by Alamance Webmaster on . Posted in Announcements, Commissioners, Community, Covid-19, General News, Planning, Public Events, Public Safety, Strategic Plan.

Help develop a plan to address and guide anticipated growth in a way that will preserve community and rural character, foster economic development, and recognize the County’s natural and cultural assets. Attend any of the upcoming meetings beginning next week to provide input for the Alamance County Land Development Plan.

Upcoming Public Meetings:

  • March 17 – Pleasant Grove Community Center 5-7 pm
  • March 18 – Altamahaw-Ossipee VFD Community Room 5-7 pm
  • March 24 – Eli Whitney Fire Dept Community Room 5-7 pm
  • April 23 – Sylvan Elementary School Gym 6-8 pm

Take the survey

You can participate in the project from the convenience of your home by taking the online survey at www.surveymonkey.com/r/AlamanceCoSurvey

Potential Meeting Changes

The health and safety of participants is our priority. The Alamance County Land Development Plan workshops are currently scheduled to occur as planned. For the latest updates, please consult the County’s website www.alamance-nc.com/covid19/ or the project website www.alamancecountyplan.com/. The meeting venues will provide hand sanitizer, antibacterial soap, and paper towels. We will not shake hands to greet you. Please do not attend a meeting if you are sick.

Alamance Parks Awarded North Carolina Parks and Recreation Trust Fund Grant

Written by Alamance Webmaster on . Posted in Announcements, Awards, Commissioners, Community, County News, General News, Recreation.

GRAHAM, N.C.– The North Carolina Parks and Recreation Trust Fund has awarded Alamance County a $470,000 grant for the development of the Cane Creek Mountains Natural Area. The grant will fund the construction of an observation tower, trailhead, natural surface hiking trails, and camping facilities at the park.

The Cane Creek Mountains are located 8 miles south of the City of Graham and comprise the largest State Natural Heritage Area and largest area of undisturbed woodland in Alamance County. The mountain range is also home to the highest peak in North Carolina east of Greensboro at 987 feet. The property contains four miles of streams and supports Piedmont Monadnock Forest, Dry-Mesic Oak-Hickory Forests, as well as low elevation seeps. The area contains plants and animals found nowhere else in Alamance County.

Upon completion, the Cane Creek Mountains Natural Area will total over 1,000 acres. The observation tower will offer unparalleled views of this exceptional mountain range. No other parks in our area approach the size and scope of the Cane Creek Mountains Natural Area.

The Cane Creek Mountain Natural Area is a partnership between The Conservation Fund, Piedmont Land Conservancy, and Alamance Parks. Additional funding support has been received from Clean Water Management Trust Fund, North Carolina Recreational Trails Program and private donors.

The first hiking trails of the park are expected to open in 2020.

County Government Academy Spring Kick-Off 2020

Written by Alamance Webmaster on . Posted in Announcements, Community, County Gov Academy, County News, General News, Public Events.

Now Accepting Applications

Alamance County will kick-off the 2020 Spring County Government Academy on Tuesday, March 10th , 2020. The County Government Academy gives participants a behind the scenes look at the county’s responsibilities and the vital role that county government plays in the community. Join us in learning how your tax dollars are spent!

The academy will run for 10 consecutive Tuesdays from 6:00-8:30pm (the County Landfill & Airport tour sessions will start at 3:00pm-5:00pm) at various county departments starting on March 10 th and concluding on May 12th . March 10th – Orientation, Clerk to the Board, County Manager, & Group Exercise March 17th – Sheriff’s Office, CSI/CSI Exercise March 24th –GIS, Environmental Health, Public Health, Department of Social Services March 31th –Burlington-Alamance Airport Tour (3:00-5:00pm)

  • April 7th – Textile Heritage Museum, Inspections, Recreation & Parks, Library, Information Technology
  • April 14th –Register of Deeds, Veteran Services, Planning, Tax Administration
  • April 21rd – Emergency Management, Central Communications (Part 1)
  • April 28th – Fire Marshal, Emergency Medical Services (Part 2)
  • May 5th –Cooperative Extension, Soil & Water Conservation, Food Sciences Cooking Demo
  • May 12th – Solid Waste Management (3:00-5:00pm)*
  • June 15th – Meet & Greet w/ County Commissioners followed by Graduation/Recognition

Class size is limited and academy slots are filled on a first-come, first-serve basis. Participants are asked to commit to attending every session.

Application forms are available online at: http://www.alamance-nc.com/countygovacademy. For more information, please call 336-570-4042 or email: tory.frink@alamance-nc.com.

Public Hearing on a Proposed Granite-Cora-Holt Mills Historic District

Written by Alamance Webmaster on . Posted in Announcements, Commissioners, Community, County News, Public Events.

Proposed Granite-Cora-Holt Mills Historic District National Register of Historic Places Nomination, Haw River, Alamance County AM2657
• Stone St. (Parcel #s 153242, 153234, and 171204)
• 115 Stone St. (Parcel # 153248)
• 205 Stone St. (Parcel # 153233)
The Alamance County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on this nomination on February 3, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. in the Alamance County Commissioners’ Meeting Room at 124 W. Elm St, Graham. At this meeting the Alamance County Board of Commission will consider public comments and make a decision.
The agenda and nomination packet are available to view on the Alamance
County Board of Commissioners’ website: https://www.alamance-nc.com/commissioners/
.
If you are unable to attend or have further questions about the nomination, please contact the Alamance County Planning Department at 336-570-4053.

Alamance County Boards/Committees Vacancies

Written by Alamance Webmaster on . Posted in Announcements, Boards and Committees, Commissioners, Community, County News, General News.

Board/CommitteeOpening/VacancyApplication Deadline
Adult Care Home CAC6 vacanciesongoing
Nursing Home CAC2 vacanciesongoing
Alamance County Planning Board2 vacancies12/6/2019
Historic Properties Commission6 vacancies12/6/2019
Veterans Service Committee7 vacancies12/6/2019
Planning Committee for Services to the Elderly7 vacanciesongoing
Board of Health2 vacancies; 1) General Public &
2) Optometrist		12/6/2019

This the 8th day of November, 2019.

Please note the various application deadlines for each citizen advisory board/committee; however, applications will be accepted anytime. All applicants must be residents of Alamance County unless serving in a special representation role to fill a state requirement. For more information on these and other citizen advisory boards/ committees and for an online application, visit the Alamance County website at www.alamance-nc.com and click on the Boards tab. Contact Clerk to the Board, Tory Frink, at tory.frink@alamance-nc.com or (336)228-1312 with any questions.

Alamance Parks Announces Champion Tree 2019 Winners

Written by Alamance Webmaster on . Posted in Announcements, Community, County News, General News, Recreation.

 Alamance Parks is pleased to recognize four new Champion Trees in Alamance County. The winners are: 

  • New Species:
    • Winged Elm, Ulmus alata, 249 points 
    • Black Oak, Quercus velutina, 206.75 points 
    • Shagbark Hickory, Carya ovata, 253.75 points 
  • New Update:
    • Yellow Poplar, Liriodendron tulipifera, 352.75 points 

Champion Tree of Alamance County began in 2012 and celebrates the many wonderful, significant trees in our county. The program seeks to find, measure and crown trees in the following categories: Champion Tree, Historic Tree, and Landmark Tree. The Champion Tree category recognizes the largest tree in the county of any eligible species. Tree size is measured using a formula that takes into account circumference, height, and crown spread. Trees that meet the criteria for the North Carolina Champion Big Tree Program will be submitted for state level recognition. 

The Historic Trees category recognizes trees that are at least 50 years old and have a verifiable story of historical significance. Landmark Trees include trees that hold special value for a community or group. 

Champion Tree of Alamance County accepts nominations biennially. For more information about the program, and to view the list of reigning champions, visit www.championtreeac.com. 

Health Department Begins Offering Vaccinations for 2019 Flu Season – Flu Shots Now Available to the Public

Written by Alamance Webmaster on . Posted in Announcements, Community, County News, General News, Health, Public Safety.

BURLINGTON – Flu season is upon us and the Alamance County Health Department wants you to protect yourself and your family. Monday, October 7, the health department began offering seasonal flu shots to the public.

This year, the health department will be providing the following vaccine options to the public:

  • Quadrivalent flu vaccine injection which covers four strains of influenza
  • Flublok flu vaccine injection which is recommended for people with egg allergies that are ages 18 years and older
  • High Dose Trivalent vaccine which covers three strains and is recommended for people over 65 years

The vaccine is available while supplies last. One shot is all most people will need. Children under age 9, who have not previously been vaccinated against the flu, may need two doses.

The cost of the Quadrivalent vaccine is $35.00. The cost of the Flublok and High Dose Trivalent is $65.00. Uninsured children less than 19 years old are eligible for free vaccine. Insured children less than 19 years old whose insurance does not cover the cost of a flu shot may be eligible for free flu vaccine, pending certain qualifications.

The health department can bill Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurances. The flu vaccine will be available by appointment only at the following times:

Monday – Friday (excluding holidays)

  • 8:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M.
  • 1:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M.

Increase your chances of keeping the flu away by getting the vaccine. Also, remember to wash your hands often, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer, cover coughs and sneezes, and stay home if you are sick to help stop the spread of illness. For an appointment or more information, call the health department at 336-570-6459.