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Schools Community Conversations

Catawba County is hosting four upcoming Schools Community Conversations to share information about countywide school facility needs and the choices currently faced by the community.  The Catawba County Board of Commissioners is chiefly responsible for funding public school facility construction. Through its ongoing partnership with local school leadership, the Board is committed to assuring optimized, balanced learning… View More

BOC Recap: 9/15/25

The September 15, 2025 Board of Commissioners meeting was called to order at 7pm. The agenda for tonight’s meeting can be found at https://bit.ly/3utv5SE. BOC approved minutes from the Board’s Regular Meeting of September 2, 2025. Appointments Commissioner Abernethy recommends the reappointment of Todd Setzer for a fifth term to the City of Claremont Planning… View More

Butler Promoted as New Catawba County EMS Manager

Catawba County Emergency Services has promoted William Butler to serve as EMS Manager beginning September 13, 2025. Butler has been with Catawba County EMS since 2011 working to provide essential medical services for citizens. Butler brings significant EMS experience and leadership to his new role, most recently working as an EMS Shift Supervisor. Prior to that he served as an EMT, Paramedic, FTO and EMS Crew Chief. “As a… View More

Catawba County 101: Soil & Water Conservation District

What is its mission/purpose? The Catawba Soil & Water Conservation District mission is to protect/improve soil and water quality on our agricultural lands. Increase educational awareness of the importance of protecting our soil and water quality.  How do you achieve your mission – what services are offered?  The Catawba Soil & Water Conservation District works with our… View More

BOC Meeting Recap: 9/2/25

The September 2, 2025 Board of Commissioners meeting was called to order at 7pm. The agenda for tonight’s meeting can be found at https://bit.ly/3utv5SE. BOC approved minutes from the Board’s Regular Meeting and Closed Session of August 18, 2025. Consent Agenda 1 - The Finance and Personnel Subcommittee requests the Board of Commissioners approve… View More

Catawba County 101: Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners Program

What is its mission/purpose? Extension Master Gardener is a volunteer program that is part of Cooperative Extension. The horticulture agent provides training and oversees this program. Extension Master Gardeners provide research-based information, educational programming, and community outreach that empowers citizens to cultivate healthy plants, landscapes, ecosystems, and communities. How do you achieve… View More

BOC Meeting Recap: 8/18/25

The August 18, 2025 Board of Commissioners meeting was called to order at 7pm. The agenda for tonight’s meeting can be found at https://bit.ly/3utv5SE. BOC approved minutes from the Board’s Regular Meeting and Closed Session of August 4, 2025. Appointments Chair Isenhower recommends Vice-Chair Austin Allran as the voting delegate and Chair Randy Isenhower as… View More

BOC Meeting Recap: 8/4/25

The August 4, 2025 Board of Commissioners meeting was called to order at 7pm. The agenda for tonight’s meeting can be found at https://bit.ly/3utv5SE. BOC approved minutes from the Board’s Regular Meeting of July 21, 2025. Appointments Chair Isenhower recommends the reappointment of Jeffrey Bronnenberg for an eighth term to the Alcohol Beverage Control Board,… View More

Catawba County 101

MAKING. LIVING. BETTER: Board of Elections What is its mission/purpose? The Catawba County Board of Election is committed to efficiently conducting fair, honest, and impartial elections so that all qualified Catawba County citizens may exercise their right to vote. How do you achieve your mission – what services are offered? The Catawba County Board of Elections… View More

BOC Meeting Recap: 7/21/25

The July 21, 2025 Board of Commissioners meeting was called to order at 7pm. The agenda for tonight’s meeting can be found at https://bit.ly/3utv5SE. BOC approved minutes from the Board’s Regular Meeting and Closed Session of June 16, 2025. Appointments Chair Isenhower recommends the appointment of Pam Simmons to fill an unexpired term as an Alternate to the… View More