Summerfield town council

The town of Summerfield has turned over the results of an internal investigation to the Guilford County Sheriff’s Office, alleging potential criminal wrongdoing by former employees.

The decision comes after the Greensboro nonprofit filed a complaint with the state alleging the town of Summerfield's zoning practices were discriminatory.

The appointment came the same day former Mayor Tim Sessoms abruptly stepped down.

The Summerfield Town Council approved the move following allegations of financial mismanagement and other misconduct by former staff.

The tax increase comes as officials look to pay for growing expenses and get ahead of legislation that could threaten the town charter.

Tensions are rising in Summerfield as former staff members prepare to take legal action against the town. This comes amid allegations of missing data and financial mismanagement.

The move comes after an assessment by former state auditor Beth Wood showed missing data and alleged financial mismanagement.

The town of Summerfield's decision to hire legal counsel comes after the state removed more than 900 acres of its land in June despite local opposition.

The de-annexation bill, which passed on Thursday, is connected to a controversial development that has called into question the town's zoning laws by state leaders.

One month ago, staff members at the town of Summerfield announced their resignations. They said they made the decision in part because they felt Town…