Did Steve Arnold become aware of said position before the general public?

Avoid using your knowledge of contemplated action...
or information known to you in your official capacity and not made public,
to acquire a financial interest in any property, transaction, or enterprise,
or to gain a financial benefit that may be affected by the information
or contemplated action... (G.S. 14-234.1)

Code of Ethics for the Board of Commissioners
of Guilford County, North Carolina