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Surplus Property Sales

Three county-owned properties drew bids just under the county's reserve prices, so the board declined them and will repost — Commissioner Burns insisted taxpayers be made whole, noting the Rocky Ford parcel has been on county books since 1984.

2 mentionsLast discussed Feb 16, 2026

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Rutherford College Tax Collection Agreement

Rutherford College wants the county to take over collecting its property taxes starting July 1, for a 2% fee — about $4,200 a year in new county revenue for minimal extra work.

1 mentionLast discussed Feb 4, 2026

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Settlement of lawsuit against the county

After closed session, commissioners approved a settlement in Burke County v. Telma M. Juan Pedro, a Superior Court case. Terms weren't discussed in open session.

1 mentionLast discussed Jan 5, 2026