Commissioner District B
Don Martin
Forsyth County
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- Meetings spoken in
- 26
- Total speaking time
- 4:46:33
- Avg per meeting
- 11:01
- Segments
- 4755
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Top issues during term (20)
Data Center Moratorium and Regulations
Data center development could strain county water and infrastructure costs residents would help cover.
Sales Tax Revenue Allocation for School Supplements
Potential budget adjustments during upcoming school funding discussions.
Foster Care and Adoption Promotion Funding
$150,000, fully covered by state adoption incentive funds.
Economic Development & Site Readiness
Brings $350,000 in state economic development pass-through funds into the local economy tied to job creation performance.
Planning & Development Area Plans and Housing Choice
Implementing direct county subsidies or loan programs would require voter approval via an expenditure referendum or non-local funding sources.
Sturmer Park Circle Real Property Sale Extension
The potential sale value is $3 million, with a non-refundable $150,000 deposit already secured.
Forsyth Tech Enrollment Growth and Workforce Programs
Learning Commons construction faces an approximate $5 million funding gap on a $31.1 million estimated project cost.
Law Enforcement Detention Center Population Pressures and Security
About $150,000 through June 30, versus more than $300,000 with the competing vendor — and far less than the roughly $37 per day to house an inmate.
FY 2027 County Budget Adjustments and Tax Rate Considerations
Merit increases of 1 to 6% and projected retirement contribution rate increases will add pressure to the upcoming budget.
Tanglewood Park Easement for RSPD-Riverwalk LLC
The original proposal involved a $23,969 compensation payment to the county, which may be replaced by a land exchange.
Community Policing and School Resource Officer Agreements
A $100,000-plus community grant request is entangled in the dispute.
County Property Tax Authority Opposition
Property taxes comprise approximately 59% of the Forsyth County budget, making tax caps a major risk to county fiscal stability.
Smith Reynolds Airport Master Plan Development
Involves NCDOT grant funding of $531,208 and a local match of $34,919.
Community Grants Program Policy and Application Review
Community grants pool remains level at $1,816,812.
County Property Inventory and Stewardship
The county will receive $180,000 in compensation for easements at Triad Park, shared with Guilford County.
State Legislative Goals and Unfunded Mandates
Potential state and federal legislative changes could significantly alter county revenue streams and administrative funding responsibilities.
Behavioral Health System Needs and Gaps
Increases pharmacy spending authority by $500,000 for the current fiscal year.
Capital Improvement Financing Contract Amendment
Potential one-cent property tax increase and $113 million in capital financing needs.
Upcoming Medicaid Policy and Work Requirement Changes
Loss of federal reimbursements and new administrative duties could create significant local budget gaps.
Sheriff's Office Budgetary Pressures and Overtime
Contributes over $1 million in departmental overages requiring budget amendments and supplemental appropriations.
Decisions during term (242)
Recorded while Martin was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Denial of Zoning Petition F-1669 (Project Ironspur Data Center)
Approval of Special Use Permit F-1667 (Watkins Ford Road LCID Landfill)
Adoption of Emergency Management Awareness Month Resolution
Support for NC Highway 67 Yadkin River Bridge Naming
Intent to Participate in C-PACE Program
APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE MEETINGS OF JUNE 25, 2026 AND JULY 09, 2026
A. RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE COUNTY OF FORSYTH, NORTH CAROLINA, AUTHORIZING THE NEGOTIATION OF AN AMENDMENT TO AN INSTALLMENT FINANCING CONTRACT, DIRECTING THE PUBLICATION OF NOTICE WITH RESPECT THERETO AND PROVIDING…
AMENDMENT TO THE COUNTY CAPITAL PROJECTS ORDINANCE TO APPROPRIATE SCIF INTEREST EARNINGS TO THE AIRPORT ELEMENT
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING QUANTUM MERUIT PAYMENT TO NOVANT HEALTH EMPLOYER SOLUTIONS, LLC, D/B/A NOVANT HEALTH OCCUPATIONAL MEDICINE
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING QUANTUM MERUIT PAYMENT TO
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING QUANTUM MERUIT PAYMENT TO MATRIX HEALTH & SAFETY CONSULTANTS, LLC
A. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING QUANTUM MERUIT PAYMENT TO NORTH CAROLINA RUSH TRIAD SOCCER CLUB, INC.
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING QUANTUM MERUIT PAYMENT TO THE RICHLAND COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
A. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF A GRANT AND EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT OF CONDITIONS WITH THE NORTH CAROLINA GOVERNOR'S HIGHWAY SAFETY PROGRAM ON BEHALF OF THE VILLAGE OF CLEMMONS AS PART OF THE NORTH CAROLINA'S VISION ZERO…
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH PARTNERS HEALTH MANAGEMENT
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH PSNI, LLC, FOR SCHOOL NURSE SOFTWARE LICENSES AT THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH SAFE AIR SYSTEMS, INC., TO PROVIDE MAINTENANCE, TESTING, AND REPAIR OF BREATHING AIR COMPRESSORS AT TEN COUNTY FIRE STATIONS
RESOLUTION AWARDING AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT FOR COMMUNITY PORTAL SOFTWARE TO BENEVATE, LLC, DBA NEIGHBORLY SOFTWARE
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH CENTRALSQUARE TECHNOLOGIES, LLC., FOR ITS ONESOLUTION LAW ENFORCEMENT INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PLATFORM SYSTEM AND SERVICES AND THE NEVERFAIL PLATFORM
RESOLUTION AWARDING AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT FOR A COMPUTERIZED MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Voting record (26)
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Chair Martin moved that Zoning Map Amendment F-1669, including site plan and special use district permit, be approved on the basis of the following: The proposed special use zoning map amendment, as p
Commissioner Besse, by substitute motion, moved that Zoning Map Amendment F-1669, including site plan and special use district permit, be denied on the basis of the following: The proposed special use
Chair Whisenhunt moved for adoption of the following the Board of Commissioners find that the Proponent has proved the four required findings of fact, based upon testimony presented in the hearing on
Denial of Zoning Petition F-1669 (Project Ironspur Data Center)
Approval of Special Use Permit F-1667 (Watkins Ford Road LCID Landfill)
Approval of Library Surplus Materials Procedures and Agreements
Believed all friends of the library groups should operate under the same simplified rules and names.
Adoption of the FY 2026-2027 Budget Ordinance (Option 2)
Amendment to the FY27 Budget Ordinance for Smart Start of Forsyth County
Chair Martin moved for adoption of the following ADOPTION OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027 BUDGET ORDINANCE, Option 2, with an additional $208,934 to be added to the proposed $141,066 allocation for Court
Commissioner Besse moved for adoption of the following AMENDMENT TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027 BUDGET ORDINANCE FOR SMART START OF FORSYTH COUNTY.
Commissioner Besse moved for adoption of the following AMENDMENT TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027 BUDGET ORDINANCE FOR JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT OF THE TRIAD, INC.
Amendment to the FY27 Budget Ordinance for Junior Achievement of the Triad, Inc.
Tanglewood Park Wall Easement for RSPD-Riverwalk LLC
Voted against tabling or expressed opposition to the original easement terms.