Richmond County Pays Land to Leave | Charlotte News

Richmond County is cutting ties with former county manager Bryan Land—but still paying him $225,250 over 20 months plus health insurance until Medicare kicks in, sparking public outcry and internal debate over whether the payout was too generous. Residents and commissioners alike voiced frustration over years of secrecy and questionable deals, including NASCAR’s return to Rockingham and trailer moves to family land. Now, Cary Gardner, the finance director, steps in as interim manager with a bumped salary, while the county launches a search for a new permanent leader—Commissioner Jamie Gathings hopes the change will bring accountability and focus on big projects. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0c561337eeba1a3b