The next public hearing will be Monday, June 15, and the budget will be adopted on Thursday, June 18. Both meetings will be in-person sessions at Town Hall with a Livestream option. Physical distancing will be implemented on the dais for the governing body and staff. The public will not be allowed to sit or gather in the chamber. 
The $24.3 million spending plan would freeze town taxes, while providing funds to begin the transition of the town fire department to a paid operation.
In-person public comments will be permitted at either session, but with the following precautions:
—One speaker at a time will be invited into the chamber.- Those waiting to speak must do so in the lobby.
—All are encouraged to practice the 3 W’s upon entering Town Hall: Wear a mask; Wash your hands; Wait 6 feet apart.
Additional precautions may be taken upon entry, including a health screening questionnaire and touchless temperature check.
Public comments may be submitted via email to TownofCornelius@Cornelius.org.
The budget can be viewed on the town website: www.cornelius.org. Connect to the link Town of Cornelius: 2020-2021 Proposed Budget. The town is in the process of starting a phased reopening during June, after being closed for nearly three months due to the coronavirus.
