District leaders presented data showing how proposed statewide property-tax reforms could shift tax burdens to homeowners and reduce funding for schools and other local entities. Presenters urged residents to contact legislators and called for reforms that preserve essential local services.

Governor eliminates property tax authority while signing budget and vetoing multiple funding items

County staff presented interlocal and state funding agreements: $221,000 in HOME Entitlement funds with Winston-Salem and a $182,000 NCHFA award for single-family rehab; the county attorney said using local dollars as federal match raises legal questions and suggested a referendum as the clearest path to explicit authority.

Montana faces property tax increases due to housing demand and rising market values.

The board revisited a USDA buyout program that would reimburse 75% of acquisition costs, leaving a 25% local match; decisions depend on homeowner interest and whether the town can cover the local share. The board will take up the item again next week.