Vice Chair· 2024–2028 (cycle default: NC terms begin first Monday in December)
Christina B. Helms
Union County
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 14
- Total speaking time
- 53:38
- Avg per meeting
- 3:50
- Segments
- 1137
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Top issues during term (20)
Camp New Providence Historical Recognition
Cost of Community Services and Residential Break-Even Study
Expenditure for study contract with Creative Economic Development Consulting.
Proposed Commuter Rail Alternative
Estimated project costs range from $900 million to $1.2 billion depending on phases.
Minor Subdivision and Lot Definition Standards
None directly, though changes could affect development costs for smaller property owners.
Variance Request for Undersized Residential Lot on Richardson Road
Direct financial impact is limited to the property owner's investment in the undersized lot, but sets a precedent for land values in the area.
Data Centers and Cryptomining Regulations
Unknown — the rules could affect future tax revenue and infrastructure costs from large tech facilities.
House of Pearls Residential Recovery Facility Rezoning
None to the county, as the facility is privately funded through donations and non-profit operations.
Minor Subdivision Definition and Applicability
Modifying subdivision thresholds could significantly reduce engineering and review costs for small property owners and local builders.
EMS Base Station Expansion and Fire Department Partnerships
Capital and lease expenses including a $675,000 contribution for New Salem Station 6 and monthly lease agreements of approximately $1,500.
State-Mandated Building Code Fee Increases
Generates approximately $158,000 annually from local permit holders to remit to the state Department of Labor.
Jesse Helms Park Field Lighting Bid Rejection
Delay to the project; the rejected bid amount is not stated in the materials provided.
Cuthbertson Road Speed Limit Reduction
Minimal direct cost; speed limit changes are largely a state transportation decision.
2029 Countywide Reappraisal Rescheduling
Could shift when property valuations and tax bills are updated for county homeowners.
Subdivision Ordinance Text Amendments
Unknown — procedural changes to subdivision review.
Intersection Driveway Spacing Requirements
None.
County Jail Referendum Information and Concerns
Estimated project financing ranges from $170.8 million to $211.5 million, with an estimated tax rate impact between 2.73 and 3.38 cents.
Marvin Intersection Project Funding Request
Requires local matching funds from municipalities and approximately $633,000 from the county.
Church Street Parking Lot Interlocal Agreement
Up to $750,000 budgeted by the county for its 50% share of the parking lot improvements.
I-77 South Toll Lanes and CRTPO Directed Vote
Potential exposure to repayment of millions in sunk state expenditures if support was rescinded.
road closures
You might waste a bit of extra gas and time idling in unexpected detour traffic today.
Decisions during term (353)
Recorded while Helms was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Minor Subdivision Text Amendment (TXT 2026-003)
Intersection Spacing Text Amendment (TXT 2026-005)
2027 Land Use Board Meeting Schedule
September 15, 2026 Minutes
Consent Agenda Approval
Amend FY 2027 Building Fee Schedule
Rezoning Petition RZ-2026-010 Light Industrial
Cost of Community Services and Residential Break-Even Study Project Award
Grant Application & Allocate Additional FTE - North Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety Program - Union County Sheriff’s Office
Budget Amendment - Recognition of HB42 Funding Allocation for the Union County Sheriff’s Office
Catawba Wateree Water Management Group Integrated Water Resources Plan Resolution
Capital Project Ordinances - Group Home Renovation
Grant Application - NC Department of Health & Human Services, Division of Public Health - Supporting Women's Health Services
Grant Application - NC Department of Health & Human Services, Division of Public Health - Family Planning Services
Grant Application - NC Department of Health & Human Services, Division of Public Health - Women, Infant, and Community Wellness Section
County Manager’s Employment Contract Amendment
County Attorney’s Employment Contract Amendment
Contract - Forensic Pathology Services
Resolution - Recognition of Camp New Providence
Capital Project Ordinance - South Piedmont Regional Autopsy Center
Voting record (3)
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