Catawba County GOP

06/22/2026

Our Next meeting will be July 14, 2026.

TIme- 7:00PM

Location,
Catawba County GOP Headquarters
3305 16th AVE SE
Suite 304
Conover, NC 20613

06/17/2026

Last night, the County Commission passed our FY '27 budget. There will be NO TAX INCREASE.

We took care of our valued employees by approving a Cost of Living Adjustment for our county workers. We also funded expansions at our middle schools across the county and kept moving forward with the N-CHS Phase Two project.
We made sure our everyday services stayed strong while planning ahead for needed improvements at the landfill, with EMS, and for the Sheriff's Office folks who work hard to keep us safe.

The best part? We did all this without raising the tax rate on the hardworking families of Catawba County.
None of this would have happened without the strong leadership of Commissioner Cole Setzer, who kept us focused on what really matters to Catawbans.

And a big thank you to County Manager Mary Furtado and her staff; they worked hard and smart to find ways to keep our tax rate one of the lowest in the entire state of North Carolina.
We're proud of this budget because it puts our people and our communities first. Thanks to everyone who helped make it happen!

Robert Abernethy, Catawba County Commissioner

06/16/2026

The Catawba County Board of Commissioners adopted its Fiscal Year 2026/27 budget totaling $353,319,157, maintaining the current property tax rate of .3985 cents per $100 valuation and reflecting an overall 4.3 percent increase in the total budget. The budget includes 1,254.45 full-time staff positions, an increase of 23 over the current year, with most of those positions supporting enhanced public safety response throughout Catawba County.

The General Fund, comprising $264,135,191 of the total budget, will increase 3.1 percent over the current year, supported by natural revenue growth from increased tax base investments in our community and reflecting the positive impacts of the Commissioners’ Strategic Plan, which prioritizes investments in quality of life as a foundation for economic competitiveness and long-term community success.

The adopted budget accomplishes the objective of funding $120 million towards Catawba County Schools’ middle school expansions within the existing tax rate, advancing the top county-wide school construction priority. It also includes staffing investments in emergency response, public safety, and building services:

- Expansion of emergency medical services, including addition of an EMS crew at the Hickory base to maintain response times as call volumes continue to rise;
- Addition of 12 detention officer positions (partial year) to address a growing inmate population;
- New Building Services Official and Tax Property Appraiser positions to support continued economic growth;
- Targeted investments in Social Services and Public Health to sustain service levels in response to growing community needs; and
- Continued investment in public education beyond school construction, including a 2 percent increase in per pupil operational funding and ongoing support for capital and technology needs.

“This budget continues to advance the Commissioners’ strategic economic and community objectives in the fiscally responsible way that has positioned our community well over the years,” Chair Randy Isenhower said. “Our county services are consistent and reliable, and the Commission has been planful in the way expenditures have expanded to meet service demands responsibly.”

The Fiscal Year 2026/27 Adopted Budget Ordinance, transmittal letter, and supporting documents are available for viewing online at www.catawbacountync.gov.

The adopted budget is balanced and prepared in accordance with the Local Government Budget and Fiscal Control Act and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

06/14/2026

🇺🇸 Congratulations to Felice Pete! 🇺🇸

The Catawba County Republican Party extends its congratulations to Felice Pete on her election as North Carolina’s Republican National Committeewoman.

06/13/2026

The 2026 GOP State Convention concludes tonight. Thanks to all our delegates who attended this years convention.

06/11/2026

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our friend and associate member, Greg Jones.

Out of respect for Greg and his family, the Republican Women of Catawba County Bunco Night Fundraiser scheduled for June 16 has been postponed. A new date will be announced soon, and all purchased tickets will be honored.

Greg was a dedicated Republican whose commitment to grassroots organization made a lasting impact on Catawba County. Following in the footsteps of his mother, a longtime Republican Party Chair in Volusia County, Florida, Greg became deeply involved in our local party. He played a key role in the success of the county's precinct organization program, built one of the county's largest active precinct delegations, and contributed countless hours to the renovation of the new Catawba County GOP Headquarters.

We are grateful for Greg's service, friendship, and unwavering dedication to our community. Please keep his family and loved ones in your thoughts and prayers.

Rest in peace, Greg. Your legacy of service will not be forgotten.

06/08/2026

06/07/2026

REMEMBERING D-DAY
June 6, 1944

82 years ago today, brave American and Allied heroes stormed the beaches of Normandy to defeat tyranny and defend freedom.

Thank you to the Greatest Generation for your extraordinary courage and sacrifice that changed the course of history.

06/03/2026