Rowan County · issues
Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Rowan County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Public Health
Rowan County is facing a massive spike in fentanyl deaths, currently ranking second in the state for these tragedies. This crisis highlights an urgent need for our local leaders to boost funding and support for public health and emergency response teams.
Lawsuit Against Local Government
A local coffee shop is suing Rowan County and the Town of Faith, claiming they're being unfairly targeted and treated differently than other businesses. Basically, they feel like the local government is picking on them, and now it's turning into a legal battle.
County Employee Compensation and Pay Study
Pontifex HR Consulting presented a non-public safety compensation study, indicating competitive salary ranges with an estimated implementation cost of $344,000 for the upcoming budget.