Alleghany County Awards Animal Shelter Contract
July 20, 2017
Sparta, NC – The Alleghany County Commissioners today announced a new 5 year contract with Twin Oaks Veterinary Hospital to manage the county animal shelter. Twin Oaks has managed the county animal shelter since its inception in the mid 1990’s.
“We are pleased to renew our contractual relationship with Twin Oaks Veterinary Hospital for 5 more years,” stated Alleghany County Manager Michael James. “I have personally enjoyed getting to know Dr. Nash Williams and his dedicated staff in my time here in Alleghany County. The shelter animals are in good hands. We are also pleased to continue our buying locally theme.”
“On behalf of the Board of Commissioners, I would like to thank Dr. Williams and his team for their selfless work for these many years,” stated Mark Evans, Chairman of the Board of Commissioners. “We appreciate everything they have done for the County.”
Dr. Nash Williams, the Owner of Twin Oaks Veterinary Hospital added, “I am pleased to have a new contract with the County. We’ve had an excellent relationship for many years. My team works hard to get these animals adopted and keep our euthanasia rate very low.”
For more information on Alleghany County’s buying locally efforts, go to http://alleghanycounty-nc.gov/announcements/category/buying-locally/.
For More Information Contact:
Michael James
Alleghany County Manager
(336) 372-4179
Alleghany County Awards Fuel Oil Bid to Home Town Oil
July 18, 2017
Sparta, NC – The Alleghany County Commissioners today announced the awarding of the 2017/2018 fuel oil contract to Home Town Oil & LP Gas, LLC, of Sparta. Home Town will provide fuel oil for county buildings as well as the Crisis Fuel Assistance Program through the Department of Social Services. The County estimates it will purchase about 5,000 gallons of fuel depending on the severity of the winter.
“We are pleased to award the fuel oil bid to Home Town Oil & LP Gas, LLC again this year,” stated Alleghany County Manager Michael James. “With the current emphasis on spending locally, we are always excited when an Alleghany County business wins a bid.”
“Home Town Oil has been serving us well the last several years and is a valuable partner. Jackie Billings and his team have always gone above and beyond to help my team,” stated Josh Greene, Alleghany County Public Works Director. His team works directly with the fuel oil vendor to supply the county buildings.
Jackie Billings, the Owner of Home Town Oil added, “I am excited to once again secure the County’s business. It has been a mutually beneficial relationship.”
For more information on Alleghany County’s buying locally efforts, go to http://alleghanycounty-nc.gov/announcements/category/buying-locally/.
For More Information Contact:
Michael James
Alleghany County Manager
(336) 372-4179
Buying Locally
Now accepting proposals for new maintenance garage
Alleghany County has appropriated funds for a new maintenance garage to be located on the gravel lot across the street from the EMS Office at 37 Cox Street. If you are interested in submitting a proposal on the project, the specs are:
- Turn key construction of 50×80 metal building with 16 foot ceilings
- 4” concrete slab with grade beam
- 2 14’ doors and 1 12’ door
- 2 exterior walk-in doors
- Rough ins for bathroom
- Must meet all applicable county and state building codes
Proposals are due by Friday, July 14, 2017
Take a Break from the Interstate
Public Notice
Notice is hereby given that the proposed FY 2017-2018 budget has been submitted to the Alleghany County Board of Commissioners, pursuant to NCGS 159-12. The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding the proposed FY 2016-2017 budget on Thursday, June 22, 2017, at 6:30 pm in the Board Meeting Room of the Alleghany County Administration Building, 348 South Main Street, Sparta, North Carolina. The proposed budget is available for inspection in the County Manager’s Office at the County Administration Building.
Notice of Public Hearing
On June 5, 2017 at 6:30 pm, the Alleghany County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing seeking input into the possible closing of the intersection of Highway 18 and Osborne Road and the possible addition of Health Services Road into the NC DOT system. The proposed changes are intended to ease traffic flow into and out of the Alleghany County Transfer Station. Any public comment is encouraged. If you have any questions, please contact the County Manager’s office at 336-372-4179.
Lauren Linker
Clerk to Board of Commissioners
Sparta Manufacturer to Expand — Up to 35 New Jobs Expected
For Immediate Release:
February 20, 2017
Sparta, NC — Napco USA today announced a planned expansion of its production line in Sparta. The manufacturer or rigid board packaging and marketing materials, which recently celebrated its 40th anniversary, will add up to 35 jobs over the next 2 years. To assist the company in its expansion, the North Carolina Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) approved a $225,000 Building Reuse Grant to be accompanied by an $11,250.00 local match from the Alleghany County Commission. The company will also receive training and onboarding funds of up to $1000.00 per job created from the North Carolina Community College System.
“We appreciate the Alleghany County Government and State of North Carolina for assisting with our pending expansion. We recently celebrated our 40th anniversary in Sparta and look forward to increasing our production very soon,” stated Napco USA President Paul Demmink.
“We are very pleased to assist Napco with their coming expansion,” added Mark Evans, Chairman of the Alleghany County Commission. “They are one of the bedrocks of our local economy. The County Commission stands ready to assist our local companies in any way we can.”
The North Carolina Building Reuse Grant Program supports the renovation or expansion of buildings occupied by a company operating in the state of North Carolina for at least 12 months. Companies must meet the weekly wage standard, provide at least 50% benefits to employees and be represented on the Priority Industry Table. The program requires a 50% match from the company and a 5% match from the local government.
For More Information Contact:
Michael James
Alleghany County Manager
manageralc@skybest.com
(336) 372-4179
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