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Sam Hobgood will serve as Alamance County’s Inspections Director

Written by Alamance County Webmaster on . Posted in Announcements, County News, Employees, General News, Inspections.

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Mr. Samuel Hobgood, Alamance County Inspections Department Director

Alamance County Government is pleased to welcome Mr. Samuel Hobgood as the Inspections Department Director.  In this position, he will lead the inspections services for our residents and builders. The inspections department continues to be challenged with growing workloads and having Sam at the helm to focus on providing the highest quality customer service while leading his team of inspectors will be a very positive addition for Alamance County.

As Inspections Director, Hobgood will join the team of County Department Heads reporting to Assistant County Manager, Bruce Walker. In announcing the appointment, County Manager Heidi York said: “Sam will be a tremendous asset to Alamance County and I very much look forward to having him join our team.  He emerged from a talented applicant pool and was selected for his unique qualifications, strong leadership experience, and his outstanding knowledge of the inspection’s profession.  Sam brings strong customer service skills that include developing community partnerships.  I am looking forward to his interactions with our Planning and Environmental Health staff, as well as providing technical and professional support to our inspectors.  He brings a wealth of experience and we are fortunate to have Sam here in Alamance County.”

Mr. Hobgood has twenty years of inspections experience that includes code enforcement, permitting, planning, development, plan review, as well as both residential and commercial inspections.  He has obtained his Level III certifications in all trades: Building, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, and Fire.  He is a Certified Continuing Education Instructor in building, fire, and mechanical courses.  He serves on the NC Building Inspectors Association Board of Directors.  Mr. Hobgood comes to Alamance County after serving as the Development Service Manager for the City of Raleigh, where he has worked since 2019.  Prior to that he was the Director of Planning & Development for Vance County, and previously served in Person County as the Director of Inspections & Permits. 

Hobgood says of his selection, “I am grateful for the opportunity to join the Alamance County team and excited to serve this community as the Inspections Director. I am eager to collaborate, learn from the dedicated team within the organization, and work towards making the development community an even more vibrant and enriching environment for everyone. Together, we can achieve remarkable things, and I am confident that our shared commitment will lead us to new heights. I look forward to serving the community with passion, integrity, and a genuine desire to contribute to its continued success.”

Sam’s first day of employment with Alamance County will be March 18th 2024.

June 5, 2023 Budget Public Hearing – Alamance County Historic Courthouse 6:30pm

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

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: PROPOSED BUDGET OF ALAMANCE COUNTY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024

The Alamance County Manager has submitted the proposed budget for the fiscal year 2023-2024 to the Alamance County Board of Commissioners. A public hearing on the proposed budget ordinance will be held on Monday, June 5, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. in the Historic Courthouse, 2nd floor, at 1 SE Court Square, Graham, NC 27253.

All interested citizens are encouraged to attend the public hearing to submit comments. The proposed budget ordinance is available online on the Alamance County website: www.alamance-nc.com. Copies are also available in the offices of the Finance Officer and the Clerk to the Board for public inspection from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday-Friday.

Disabled persons with a special request for assistance, please contact the ADA Coordinator at (336) 570-4032, 48 hours prior to the meeting during normal business hours.

This 23rd day of May 2023.

Tory M. Frink, Clerk to the Board

Alamance County

Interim Health Director

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The Board of Health is pleased to announce that they have completed the Interim Health Director search after a competitive application and interview process. The Board offered the position of Interim Health Director to Alexandria Rimmer, MPH, and she has accepted the position. Rimmer will assume the health director duties beginning July 31, 2020 at 5pm.

Rimmer is currently employed by the Health Department as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist. She has been employed with the Health Department since 2018. She holds a Master of Public Health degree from Liberty University.

“I am truly honored to be offered this opportunity to lead the health department during this transition,” said Rimmer. “I am eager to assist the department in a leadership capacity as we continue to respond to COVID-19 and also remain dedicated to our other public health functions.”

The Board of Health has formed a Search Committee and will be meeting in the coming weeks to begin the process to appoint a permanent Health Director.

Extension Interns Gain Real-World Experience and Serve Local Communities

Written by Alamance Webmaster on . Posted in Agricultural Extension, County News, Employees, General News.

Raleigh, N.C. – NC State Extension announced that Kianna Cook is completing an Extension internship this summer with the Alamance County Center.

An Extension summer intern works with Extension personnel to deliver hands-on, educational programs. Job shadowing and mentoring help interns learn about the mission and work of North Carolina Cooperative Extension. Cook will be working closely with the 4-H and Family and Consumer Sciences (food/nutrition) programs during her internship. She will also learn about the horticulture, field crops, and livestock programs.

“Extension makes a positive difference in the community every day. We provide educational programs that connect communities with research-based information. Our internship program is another way we help prepare students for challenging and rewarding careers in food, agriculture, natural resources, and family and consumer sciences” said Dr. Richard Bonanno, Associate Dean of the NC State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and Director of NC State Extension.

Cook is a senior from North Carolina State University majoring in Applied Nutrition and minoring in Psychology, and is a native of Franklinton, NC.

Interim Director Announced for Alamance Cooperative Extension

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Alamance County Cooperative Extension Director Mark Danieley has announced that he will be transitioning to the position of Horticulture Agent and stepping away from the department’s administrative duties.

Mark has spent over 30 years in the agricultural industry with 16 years at N.C. Cooperative Extension and 12 years at the Alamance County Cooperative Extension. During the last seven years as director, Mark and his team have continued the legacy of previous directors Roger Cobb and Rett Davis by expanding programming and reaching thousands of residents through training events, farm visits, and educational programs. Most notable was the opening of the Buster Sykes Agricultural Demonstration Farm where Mark and the Alamance County Master Gardener Volunteers planted an orchard with over 300 plants with 60 different varieties of trees and small fruit plants. The orchard has become home to various hands-on programming events where residents enjoy learning new skills while sampling fresh fruit. With the help of the dedicated Master Gardeners, all fruit is donated to local food banks.

As Mark transitions into his new role as the county’s Horticulture Agent in preparation for retirement, he is planning to move forward with new projects like expanding Buster Sykes Farm to include a street tree planting demonstration area as well as walking trails for bird watching and plant identification. However, Mark is most excited that his new position will allow him more time to do what he loves – teaching and supporting Alamance County residents.

Beginning May 1, Lauren Langley who is currently the Livestock Extension Agent, will take over the Cooperative Extension’s administrative duties as interim director. Lauren is a native of Alamance County and a graduate from Southern Alamance High School where she was very active as a 4-H and FFA member. She graduated from Alamance Community College in 2008 with an associate of arts, North Carolina State University in 2010 with a bachelor of science in agricultural and extension education, and North Carolina State University in 2016 with a master’s degree in agricultural and extension education. She has been employed with North Carolina Cooperative Extension since 2011 and has been the Livestock Extension Agent in Alamance County since 2013.

Lauren and Mark, along with their team of employees and volunteers, are looking forward to continuing in their work together to support agriculture and the residents of Alamance.

Alamance County COVID-19 Update

Written by Alamance Webmaster on . Posted in Announcements, County Manager, County News, Covid-19, Departments, Employees, General News, Public Safety.

In response to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s recommendations to limit large events and mass gatherings along with the White House guidelines that advise people to refrain from any gatherings of more than ten people, County Manager Bryan Hagood implemented COVID-19 protective procedures for County Departments effective immediately.

County Management, in conjunction with Emergency Management and Alamance County Public Health, directed departments to create work and staffing schedules that maintain service provision to residents while protecting the public and employees. County employees are encouraged to use a hybrid model of staggered shifts and remote working options that follow social distancing recommendations. While all county departments remain open, residents are asked to limit person-to-person contact and use online resources and services or call in to conduct county business.

For updated COVID-19 Alamance County program or event cancellations or changes, please visit https://www.alamance-nc.com/covid19/. The County COVID-19 Call Center is also available Monday through Friday from 8 am to 7 pm. Residents and organizations are encouraged to call 336-290-0361 for general Coronavirus (COVID-19) questions or information regarding the County’s response.

For the most current state and national information or recommendations regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19), please visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website at cdc.gov/coronavirus or the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services website at ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus.

County Offers Guidance on COVID-19 Preparations

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Alamance County Board of Commissioners Chair Amy Scott Galey urges residents to take steps to prevent the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) and to make preparations to check on or care for those who are at higher risk for infection. The NC Department of Health and Human Services (NC DHHS) recommends that those over 65 years of age, or those with underlying health conditions, including heart disease, lung disease, or diabetes, or those with weakened immune systems, to avoid crowds and stay home to prevent the risk of infection.

“While there have been no confirmed coronavirus cases in Alamance at this time, County Government, along with the Alamance Health Department and Emergency Management, have been monitoring the situation and taking precautionary measures to ensure the safety of our residents and employees,” says Chair Amy Scott Galey. “Our local health department, as part of their daily responsibilities, plan, prepare, and practice for these types of situations. All of our county employees are working hard to ensure continuity of services for our residents.”

At this time, the county has been communicating with employees to follow Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines in taking precautions to protect themselves and others to limit the spread of infection.

The County will be activating the Emergency Operations Center and will continue to meet and update partner organizations and stakeholders to communicate any changes or recommendations regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19).

The County is currently evaluating all scheduled programs and events.

Please visit www.alamance-nc.com/covid19 for the most updated information regarding any cancellations. A Coronavirus (COVID-19) Call Center will be available Monday through Friday from 8 am to 7 pm beginning on Monday, March 16. Residents and organizations are encouraged to call 336-290-0361 for general Coronavirus (COVID-19) questions or information regarding the County’s response.

The County encourages residents to follow the NCDHHS and CDC guidelines to minimize the spread of infection:

  • Wash hands frequently with soap and water, and for at least 20 seconds each time.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
  • Avoid close contact with people who are ill.
  • Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Do not reuse
  • tissue after coughing, sneezing, or blowing your nose.
  • Clean and disinfect surfaces that are frequently touched.


If you develop symptoms or suspect you may have Coronavirus (COVID-19), please contact your health care provider. For the most current state and national information or recommendations regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19), please visit cdc.gov/coronavirus or ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus. Residents are also encouraged to visit www.alamance-nc.com/covid19 for Alamance County information, cancellations, or updates.

Alamance County Health Department Awarded Reaccreditation – Receives Reaccreditation with Honors Designation

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BURLINGTON – Alamance County Health Department (ACHD) was one of eight health departments awarded reaccreditation status by the North Carolina Local Health Department Accreditation (NCLHDA) Board on November 22, 2019.

“All of the agencies recently achieving reaccreditation have much to be proud of. They have not only demonstrated their ability to meet a set of important performance standards but excelled in many areas. Through reaccreditation, these agencies demonstrate a strong commitment to continuously work to improve the quality of services provided to their respective communities,” comments Amy Belflower Thomas, NC Local Health Department Accreditation Administrator.

Reaccreditation with Honors designation was awarded to seven agencies. This honorary designation was implemented for the first time in the fall of 2017 to recognize agencies that especially excelled in their accreditation assessment by missing one or less activities within each of five standards set by the NCLHDA program. ACHD received 100% completion on all 147 reaccreditation activities in all five standards. With successful completion, the health department’s reaccreditation period is 2019-2023.

“I could not be more proud of our reaccreditation with honors. It is a true testament to the hard work and integrity our public health professionals demonstrate each day in providing quality services and programming to improve health in Alamance,” stated Health Director Stacie Saunders.

North Carolina is the first state in the country to mandate accreditation for its local health departments. The purpose of the accreditation program is to assure a basic level of capacity and services in each of the local health departments across the state.

Since the pilot program involving six local health departments began in 2004, all eighty-five health departments have all been initially accredited and reaccredited at least once. The process of accreditation includes three major components – a self-assessment completed by the agency, a site visit by a multidisciplinary team of peers to review performance standards, and determination of accreditation status by an independent Accreditation Board comprised of state and local public health officials, Board of Health members, County Commissioners, and public members.

The NC Local Health Department Accreditation program is a collaboration of the North Carolina Institute for Public Health (part of the Gillings School of Global Public Health at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill) and the North Carolina Association of Local Health Directors.

The Alamance County Board of Commissioners will recognize ACHD for their reaccreditation achievement at the December 16 meeting.

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Alamance County Board of Elections Director Kathy Holland’s Appointment

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This past spring, Alamance County Board of Elections Director Kathy Holland was elected for a two-year term as first Vice President of the North Carolina Association of Directors at their Elections Conference. Over 300 elections staff from across the state meet each year to attend training workshops that promote best practices and continuing improvement.  As first Vice President, Kathy Holland will be responsible for coordinating and planning the yearly conference and training. She will then take on the role of President of the Association in 2021.

Kathy Holland has worked for Alamance County for 29 years and has been the Director of Elections for 16 years. “I feel incredibly honored to have been appointed to this leadership position, and I’m excited to work with our new sleight of officers to provide our state election workers with opportunities to learn and improve our election process.”

For questions, please contact Michelle Mills at Michelle.Mills@alamance-nc.com.

Order of the Long Leaf Pine Awarded to Susan Osborne

Written by Alamance Webmaster on . Posted in Announcements, Awards, Commissioners, County News, Employees, General News, Social Services.

At the April 1, 2019 Board of Commissioners’ Meeting, Deputy Secretary for Human Services, Tara Myers, awarded Susan Osborne, past director of the Alamance County Department of Social Services, the Order of the Long Leaf Pine which is one of North Carolina’s most prestigious awards.

The Order of the Long Leaf Pine is awarded by the North Carolina Governor to those who have led distinguished careers and whose work has extraordinarily impacted both the state and their local communities.

Susan Osborne has worked in the human services field for more than 34 years and is actively involved in numerous committees and boards throughout North Carolina. Under her leadership, the Department of Social Services became one of the first local departments to implement the principles of System of Care which is a community-based service that builds relationships by partnering with
the parents who are involved in the child welfare system. This has led to a number of new partnerships and initiatives that focus on collectively working to provide processes, resources, and services to children, youth, and families in Alamance County.

She is also recognized as being the driving force in creating the Family Justice Center which centered on aligning support services in one location for victims of domestic violence. Additionally, she has played a key role in the Stepping Up Initiative which seeks to reduce the number of people with mental illness in jails. She and her team applied and received a three year federal grant that was instrumental in moving this initiative forward.

This morning the State of North Carolina, Alamance community leaders, and those Susan Osborne has served and worked with all celebrated and recognized her outstanding leadership and commitment to serving children and families in Alamance. As Alamance County Health Director Stacie Saunders wrote in her Letter of Support, ”She is an advocate, a cheerleader, a champion, a mentor, a learner, and most of all someone who cares about making her community better.”