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Work Session Thursday, October 08, 2026 05:30 PM Landis Board Room

1.INTRODUCTION:

  1. 1.1Call Meeting to Order

  2. 1.2Welcome

  3. 1.3Adoption of Agenda

2.CONSIDERATIONS:

  1. 2.1Ryder (Kathy) Caskey, FT Parks & Recreation Attendant (Promotion)

    Submitted By: Jessica St. Martin, Parks and Recreation Director

    Details: Ryder has been promoted to Full-Time Parks & Recreation Attendant. In this role, she will provide customer service and assist with daily operations at Town recreational facilities, including the Landis Pool and Lake Corriher Wilderness Park. Ryder brings previous customer service and hospitality experience to her new position and looks forward to expanding her career in Parks and Recreation through gaining experience in events, facility maintenance, and recreation planning.

  2. 2.2Winter Honeycutt, FT Parks & Recreation Attendant (Promotion)

    Submitted By: Jessica St. Martin, Parks and Recreation Director

    Details: Winter has been promoted to Full-Time Parks & Recreation Attendant after serving the Town part-time for the past year and a half. In this role, she will provide customer service and assist with daily operations at Town recreational facilities, including the Landis Pool and Lake Corriher Wilderness Park. During her time with the department, Winter has gained experience in several areas, including the Park Office, Landis Pool, and Town events, and looks forward to continuing to expand her knowledge and experience in Parks and Recreation.

  3. 2.3Ashton Cunningham – Meter Technician (Promotion)

    Submitted By: Sean Taggart, Public Works Director

    Details: Ashton has been promoted to Meter Technician after serving the Town as a Street Services Technician for just over a year. In his new role, he will maintain and service the Town’s water and electric meters, including monitoring meter performance, obtaining readings, testing and replacing meters, and assisting with utility locates. Ashton looks forward to continuing to expand his knowledge and experience within Public Works.

  4. 2.4Christopher Loflin, Street Technician

    Submitted By: Sean Taggart, Public Works Director

    Details: Christopher recently joined the Town of Landis as a Street Technician in the Public Works Department. In this role, he will assist with the daily maintenance and upkeep of the Town’s streets, sidewalks, and other public areas, including trash and debris collection, mowing, leaf removal, storm drain maintenance, operating equipment, and assisting with street clearing during inclement weather. Christopher brings 10 years of customer service experience and a strong background in working with and assisting the public. We are pleased to welcome Christopher to the Town of Landis team.

  5. 2.5Zeke Porter, Street Technician

    Submitted By: Sean Taggart, Public Works Director

    Details: Zeke recently joined the Town of Landis as a Street Technician in the Public Works Department. In this role, he will assist with the daily maintenance and upkeep of the Town’s streets, sidewalks, and other public areas, including trash and debris collection, mowing, leaf removal, storm drain maintenance, operating equipment, and assisting with street clearing during inclement weather. Zeke brings 3.5 years of experience serving in the U.S. Army, where he gained valuable experience in teamwork, responsibility, and working in a structured environment. We are pleased to welcome Zeke to the Town of Landis team.

  6. 2.6Ricky Funderburk, Electric Systems Superintendent/Safety Officer

    Submitted By: Sean Taggart, Public Works Director

    Details: Ricky brings nearly 20 years of experience in electric line work and previously served in the United States Marine Corps. In his role as Electric Systems Superintendent/Safety Officer, he oversees the operation, maintenance, and repair of the Town’s electrical distribution system, supervises field crews and electrical projects, and oversees employee safety and training for the Electric Department.

  7. 2.7Glenn Hiatt, Class C Lineman

    Submitted By: Sean Taggart, Public Works Director

    Details: Glenn is a graduate of the Electrical Lineworker Program at Forsyth Technical Community College and joins the Town as a Class C Lineman. In this role, he will assist with the installation, maintenance, and repair of the Town’s electrical distribution system while continuing to develop his skills and knowledge in electric utility operations.

  8. 2.8Kelsey Davidson, Customer Service Specialist

    Submitted By: Ashley Burn, Deputy Finance Officer

    Details: Kelsey recently joined the Town of Landis as a Customer Service Specialist. In this role, she will assist with customer service and utility billing operations, including processing payments, maintaining customer accounts, assisting residents with billing and service needs, and coordinating service requests. Kelsey holds an Associate Degree in Business Administration and brings previous experience in finance and administrative operations.

3.CONSIDERATIONS:

  1. 3.1Consider Approval of the 2027 Town Calendar

    Submitted By: Michael D. Ambrose, Town Manager

    Details: The proposed 2027 Town Calendar is presented for the Board’s review and approval. The calendar outlines scheduled Town holidays, Board of Aldermen meetings, work sessions, and other applicable Town dates for the 2027 calendar year.

    Recommended Action: Motion to Approve the 2027 Town Calendar as Presented.

  2. 3.2Consider Discussion of the Agenda Packet for the October 12, 2026, Regular Scheduled Meeting in Order to Provide Opportunities for Board Members to Study Issues, Gather and Analyze Information, and Clarify Direction for Staff 

  3. 3.3Consider Motion into Closed Session Pursuant to G.S. 143-318.11(a)(3) to Discuss Matters Protected by Attorney-Client Privilege

4.CLOSING:

  1. 4.1Board Comments

  2. 4.2Motion to Adjourn