Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Lincoln County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues in roads with medium priority
Senior and disabled resident transportation
Two grants will keep rides flowing for seniors 65+ and disabled residents — 4,217 rides to 454 people last year — including trips to dialysis, cancer treatment, and medical appointments.
Lincoln County's limited MPO representation
Lincoln County holds only one or two votes out of roughly 26-28 on the Gaston-Cleveland-Lincoln MPO, while Gaston County's 13 municipalities carry far more weight. Commissioners worry this puts the county behind the eight ball, though NCDOT noted Lincoln projects scored well on merit — five of the top 18.
St. James Church Road/NC 16 signalization
NCDOT asked the county to back a traffic signal at this reduced conflict intersection, unlocking state safety funding for the design.
Reimbursement Agreement Ordinance
Sets the rules for paying developers back for transportation work — only after completion, and only if they follow county bidding rules. Miss a step and there's no reimbursement.