Podcast: Centralina Talks Regionalism and Quality of Life with Ken Szymanski of WSGE 91.7FM
Geraldine Gardner, Executive Director at Centralina, spoke with Ken Szymanski on WSGE 91.7FM’s Community Insight program.
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Geraldine Gardner, Executive Director at Centralina, spoke with Ken Szymanski on WSGE 91.7FM’s Community Insight program.
How do you connect individuals seeking jobs with local employers looking to hire talent during a global pandemic?
Launched by the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse and the World Health Organization at the United Nations, World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) provides an opportunity for communities around the world to promote a better understanding of the mistreatment of older persons.
In March when our state was considering a stay-at-home order, Centralina Area Agency on Aging (AAA) and the state of North Carolina canceled all in-person workshops.
For 57 years, Older Americans Month has been a special time to recognize the contributions these individuals made to our country.
Shirley Wiggins serves as a volunteer with Centralina Area Agency on Aging with the Senior Tar Heel Legislators (STHL) and the Region F Aging Advisory Committee.
The Greater Charlotte Region is growing, and growing fast. Access to reliable, efficient and well-connected transportation options is one of the most important factors to ensure everyone can benefit.
According to Project for Public Spaces, placemaking “refers to a collaborative process by which we can shape our public realm in order to maximize shared value.
View Centralina’s audits and annual reports, from the last three years.
Federal funds are commonly passed through state agencies in North Carolina before being awarded to local governments, which can make the original funding source less obvious. Before proceeding with a procurement, local governments should verify whether an award originates from a federal source. This determination affects compliance obligations, including procurement standards, reporting, and audit requirements.
When a construction or repair contract over $300,000 involves a building, the procurement and contract are subject to additional requirements under N.C.G.S. 143-128. Therefore, this question must be answered to determine whether the additional statutory requirements apply to this procurement scenario.
The micro-purchase threshold is a federal procurement threshold under which competitive procurement is not required. The default micro-purchase threshold is $15,000, but local governments may increase the micro-purchase threshold up to $50,000. An explanation of increasing the micro-purchase threshold and a template for the required annual self-certification is available here.