Brunswick County, North Carolina

Library Board of Trustees

The Brunswick County Library Board of Trustees will discuss updates to its Interlibrary Loan Policy. The meeting also includes a presentation on collaborative pricing for digital materials and a review of Institutional Library Cards. Upcoming library meeting dates are announced.

• Review, discussion and update of Interlibrary Loan Policy
• Presentation on collaborative pricing for digital materials
• Old Business: Institutional Library Cards
• Board/Committee appointment: Mentor pairing for new Trustees
• Announcement of upcoming library meetings in 2026‑2027

Health & Human Services Advisory Board

The Health & Human Services Advisory Board will elect a board chair and welcome new members. The meeting includes reports from various health and social services departments and a discussion on adult daycare daily reimbursement rates.

• Election of the Board Chair
• Adult Daycare Daily Reimbursement Rate discussion
• Rural Health Initiative Grant presentation
• Budget Bill Impacts for DSS legislative update
• Annual Opioid Settlement Fund Community Meeting presentation

Board of Commissioners

Substance Use, Addiction, & Mental Health Commission

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Board of Elections

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Library Board of Trustees

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Board of Commissioners

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Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC)

The Brunswick County Local Emergency Planning Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve April 2026 minutes, hear a presentation from NCEM HazMat/EPCRA Coordinator Stefan Coutoulakis, receive partner updates, and confirm October 22, 2026 as the remaining meeting date.

• Presentation by Stefan Coutoulakis on HazMat/EPCRA coordination
• Approval of minutes from April 16, 2026
• Remaining 2026 meeting set for October 22

Board of Elections

The Brunswick County Board of Elections will consider approving the early voting plan for the 2026 general election, including locations and schedule. The board will also discuss a resolution for inclement weather closures during early voting and adopt a resolution for out-of-precinct polling places, including the relocation of one polling place. Routine business includes approving previous meeting minutes and receiving a director's report.

• Request to determine locations and schedule for 2026 general election early voting period
• Consideration of a resolution for inclement weather closures during early voting
• Adoption of resolution for out-of-precinct polling places and relocation of one polling place
• Approval of minutes from June 16, 2026 regular meeting
• Public comments period

Planning Board

The Brunswick County Planning Board will review several rezoning requests and a large planned‑development expansion. Items include rezoning two tax parcels to neighborhood‑commercial, two parcels to low‑density commercial, and three parcels to commercial low‑density and conditional districts. The board will also consider the Southport Meadows Phase 4 expansion, proposing 141 single‑family homes and 150 townhomes on about 72.28 acres. Additional updates on the UDO modernization project and other case items will be discussed.

• Rezoning Z‑937: 3.29 acres from R‑7500 to N‑C off Old Ferry Connection SW (SR 1115)
• Initial zoning Z‑938: 2.65 acres from SB‑MR‑3 to CLD at 1105 Seaside Rd SW
• Initial zoning Z‑939 & Z‑939CZ: 2.48 acres to CLD and CLDCZ at 1222 & 1408 N. Howe St and 1221 N. Atlantic Ave
• Southport Meadows Planned Development Expansion (Phase 4): 141 single‑family homes, 150 townhomes on 72.28 acres at River Road SE (NC 87)
• UDO Modernization Project update (informal discussion)

Fire Protection Oversight Committee

Board of Commissioners

The Brunswick County Board of Commissioners will consider approving a wide range of contracts, including ambulance and medical supply agreements, grant funding, and a water utility project extension. The agenda also includes a resolution to adopt an updated water shortage response plan.

• Library LSTA Grant Acceptance ($29,100)
• Mulberry WWRF Change Order (#4) ($136,366.69)
• HHS/EOC Building Phase 2 Services GMP ($62,603,663)
• Water Shortage Response Plan adoption
• COPS Grant Application for Intelligence Unit

Substance Use, Addiction, & Mental Health Commission

The Brunswick County Substance Use, Addiction, & Mental Health Commission will hear a staff report and a presentation from the Volunteers of America Quad County SAVE Coalition. They will discuss progress on previous recommendations, including expanding peer centers, the Encompass program, and initiating medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) in the county jail. The meeting also includes public comment, approval of minutes, and board appointments.

• Presentation from Volunteers of America Quad County SAVE Coalition
• Progress update on initiating MOUD in Brunswick County Jail
• Progress update on expanding peer centers and Encompass program
• Progress update on SIM Mapping Workshop and behavioral health provider shortage
• Approval of June 4, 2026 meeting minutes

Board of Elections

The Brunswick County Board of Elections will discuss locations and schedule for early voting in the 2026 general election. The board will also consider approving minutes from the May 19, 2026 meeting and receive a director's report.

• Discuss early voting locations and schedule for 2026 general election
• Approve meeting minutes from May 19, 2026 regular meeting

Board of Commissioners

The Brunswick County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and then consider adopting the FY2027 Budget Ordinance, Schedule of Fees, and Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan, along with a resolution for opioid settlement funds. The board will also vote on a consent agenda including contracts for sewer infrastructure, grant applications, and a property asset policy rewrite. Additionally, they will hear a presentation on Christian Recovery Centers Inc. and consider creating a working group for fire service funding.

• Public hearing on Strategic Maco Road Project Development Agreement
• Adoption of FY2027 Budget Ordinance, Fees, and Capital Improvement Plan
• Contract with Baynor Construction ($598,000) for Carolina Shores Splitter Box sewer project
• Grant application for Jump and Run Creek stream restoration design
• Creation of a working group to develop a fire service funding model

The Brunswick County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda unanimously and authorized several infrastructure and grant actions, including a surplus‑property listing, deed of dedication for water and sewer, a 911 cybersecurity grant, and a sole‑source purchase of an IDEMIA LiveScan system. The Board also approved a $598,000 contract to build the Carolina Shores Splitter Box and a $40,226 tentative award for brass‑group pump accessories for the Longwood Road Sewer Project.

• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved surplus property (Parcel 141AC00201) for future sale
• Approved Deed of Dedication for Ocean Ridge Plantation water & sewer infrastructure
• Approved Deed of Dedication for Timber Farms water & sewer infrastructure
• Ratified 911 Cybersecurity Grant (no county match required)
• Approved sole‑source purchase of IDEMIA LiveScan AFIS system
• Approved $598,000 contract with Baynor Construction for Carolina Shores Splitter Box
• Approved $40,226 tentative award to CITCO Water for brass‑group pump accessories (contingent on NCDEQ approval)

Fire Protection Oversight Committee

Board of Adjustment

General

The Brunswick County Parks & Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting to nominate and vote on officers for the coming term. The director will report on the Smithville Park Project, the ARPA-funded Ocean Isle Beach Park resurfacing, and updates on youth athletics, adult sports, Special Olympics, Senior Games, and summer camp. Public comment and approval of previous minutes are also on the agenda.

• Nomination and vote on commission officers
• Update on Smithville Park Project
• Update on ARPA-enabled Ocean Isle Beach Park resurfacing
• Update on youth athletics, adult sports, Special Olympics, Senior Games, and summer camp
• Approval of meeting minutes from April 14, 2026

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings on three rezoning requests. The largest is the Gray Bridge Planned Development, proposing 400 single-family homes on 96.43 acres near Shallotte. The board will also consider a conditional rezoning of 8.8 acres near Leland for industrial use and a rezoning of 25.1 acres along NC 211 for neighborhood commercial use.

• Gray Bridge Planned Development: 400 single-family units on 96.43 acres near Shallotte
• Rezoning Z-935CZ: 8.8 acres off Mt Misery Road from Commercial-Intensive to Industrial-General-Conditional
• Rezoning Z-936: 25.1 acres at 1230 Southport-Supply Rd SE from Rural Residential to Neighborhood-Commercial
• UDO Modernization Project Update
• Planning Board Case Item Update

The Planning Board unanimously denied a request to rezone approximately 8.80 acres off Mt. Misery Road NE from Commercial Intensive to Industrial General Conditional Zoning. Staff recommended denial because the proposal was inconsistent with the Blueprint Brunswick 2040 Comprehensive Plan.

• Approved May 11, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Denied rezoning of Tax Parcel 02300105 from CI to IG-CZ (unanimous)

Substance Use, Addiction, & Mental Health Commission

The Brunswick County Substance Use, Addiction, & Mental Health Commission will review data and staff reports. The body will discuss progress on several specific recommendations regarding healthcare access and facility services.

• Progress on peer centers
• Expansion of Encompass
• SIM Mapping Workshop
• Behavioral health provider shortage
• Initiation of MOUD in Brunswick County Jail

Board of Commissioners

The Brunswick County Board of Commissioners will discuss and vote on several deed of dedication proposals for water and sewer infrastructure at Cameron Pines, The Sanctuary at Angels Trace, and The Tides at Ocean Isle Beach. They will approve contracts including a $63,513 sole‑source roofing contract and a $439,320 sludge removal contract. The board will also receive health and social‑services reports and consider a tip‑fee exemption for Southport Yacht Club. Two public hearings will be held on the installment financing contract and the FY 2027 budget, fees, and five‑year capital improvement plan.

• Deed of dedication for water and sewer at Cameron Pines, Lots 1‑124 and Amenity Center
• Sole‑source contract with Owens Roofing, Inc. for $63,513
• Contract with Kenneth McClain Landscaping, LLC for $439,320 sludge removal
• Public hearing on FY 2027 budget, proposed fees, and capital improvement plan
• Tip fee exemption request for Southport Yacht Club at the county landfill

The Board unanimously approved the agenda and consent agenda. It approved multiple deed of dedication transfers for water and sewer infrastructure, a series of budget amendments including a $19,250,000 transfer of water and wastewater development fees to the Enterprise Capital Reserve, and several contracts and resolutions covering roofing, landfill fee exemption, vehicle donation, and social‑service plans.

• Agenda approved unanimously (5‑0)
• Consent agenda approved unanimously (5‑0)
• Deed of dedication for Cameron Pines water/sewer approved
• Deed of dedication for The Sanctuary at Angels Trace Phase 4 approved
• Deed of dedication for The Tides at Ocean Isle Beach Phase 1A approved
• Budget amendment transfers $19,250,000 water and sewer development fees to Enterprise Capital Reserve (unanimous)
• Sole‑source contract with Owens Roofing, Inc. approved for $63,513
• Contract with Kenneth McClain Landscaping approved for $439,320 sludge removal

Library Board of Trustees

The Brunswick County Library Board of Trustees will discuss and potentially update the policy for meeting room use by non-library groups and review its bylaws. The board will also hear the Library Director’s report and an update on collaborative pricing for digital materials. Other items include approval of past minutes and board committee appointments.

• Review and update of Policy for Meeting Room Use by Non-Library Groups
• Review and update of Bylaws
• Update for collaborative pricing on digital materials
• Library Director’s Report
• Review of State Library of NC Trustee Training highlights

Board of Elections

The Brunswick County Board of Elections will conduct an evidentiary hearing on a voter challenge filed by Charles Ellis Michael Jr. against the registration of Charles Ellis. The board will also consider approving minutes from its April 21 regular meeting and receive an administrative report including a presentation on census blocks.

• Evidentiary hearing on voter challenge: Charles Ellis Michael Jr. challenges registration of Charles Ellis
• Approval of minutes from the April 21, 2026 regular meeting
• Director's administrative report
• Presentation on census blocks

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hold a public hearing on a proposed $349.6 million general obligation school bond and consider a resolution to set a special bond referendum. Commissioners will also receive the recommended FY 2027 budget, schedule a public hearing for June 1, and vote on consent agenda items including a $126,618 911 console purchase, $536,418 water meter contract, and $325,000 wastewater repair budget amendment.

• Public hearing on $349,600,000 General Obligation School Bonds and special bond referendum
• Motorola 911 dispatch console purchase agreement for $126,618
• Purchase of 3,000 Neptune water meters from Core and Main for $536,418.75
• Budget amendment of $325,000 for critical wastewater collection system repairs
• Professional Services Agreement with McGill Associates for $1,248,000 for Sewer Pump Stations Rehabilitation

The Brunswick County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a bond order authorizing the issuance of $349,600,000 in general obligation school bonds. The Board also approved multiple deed of dedication items, budget amendments, a fireworks permitting resolution for Oak Island, and a sheriff’s body‑camera donation resolution. All actions were recorded as unanimous votes.

• Approved $349,600,000 school bond order (5-0)
• Approved Resolution allowing Town of Oak Island to issue fireworks permits (unanimous)
• Approved multiple Deed of Dedication items for sewer and water infrastructure (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment transferring $340,000 for water and sewer connection fees (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment allocating $1,155,000 Occupancy Tax revenue (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000,000 North Carolina Education Lottery application (unanimous)
• Approved sheriff’s resolution to donate surplus body‑worn cameras (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 3,000 water meters for $536,418.75 (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Brunswick County Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to consider four special use permit applications. The board will vote on requests for a wood waste grinding operation, a Class I mining operation, and two major utility facilities. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Special Use Permit Case 26-06S: Wood waste grinding operation & curtain burner off Town Creek Road NE, Leland
• Special Use Permit Case 26-07S: Class I mining operation at 1340 Makatoka Rd NW, Supply (S & B Sand Mine)
• Special Use Permit Case 26-08S: Major utility modification at 250 Grey Water Rd, Supply (Hazen and Sawyer for applicant)
• Special Use Permit Case 26-09S: Major utility at 5068 Andrew Jackson Hwy, Leland (Dewberry Engineers for applicant)

Planning Board

The Brunswick County Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding two land-use requests. The board is reviewing a high-density residential rezoning and a large-scale planned development project.

• Rezoning Case Z-931: 0.38 acres off Boones Neck Rd. SW and Anchor Dr. SW to R-6000 (High Density Residential)
• Gray Bridge Planned Development PD-177: 400 single family units on 96.43 acres at Gray Bridge Road SW and Shell Point Road SW
• UDO Modernization Project update

The Planning Board approved a rezoning of Tax Parcel 231IC038 and part of 231IC006 from Undesignated to R‑6000 (high‑density residential) with a unanimous vote. The board also postponed consideration of the Gray Bridge Planned Development (PD‑177) due to missing documentation. Minutes from the April 13 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Approved rezoning of 0.38 acres to R‑6000 (high‑density residential) (unanimous)
• Postponed Gray Bridge Planned Development (PD‑177) pending required documents
• Approved April 13, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Opened and closed public hearing on rezoning request (unanimous)

General

The Brunswick County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to receive a presentation on the proposed FY 2027 budget. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the item is a workshop presentation only.

• Administration budget workshop presentation for Budget FY 2027

The commissioners voted 5‑0 to approve the meeting agenda. A draft FY 2027 budget was presented but no action was taken on it. The board then voted unanimously to adjourn the meeting.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Brunswick County Board of Commissioners will consider a $5.6 million contract for wastewater system rehabilitation in Southport, along with consent agenda items including multiple water/sewer infrastructure deeds of dedication, a new fire district map, EMS leases, a grant application, and a resolution requesting the General Assembly raise fire fee caps by 50%.

• $5,555,295 construction contract with T.A. Loving Company for Southport wastewater system rehabilitation, contingent on state approval
• $266,350 contract with GSE Electrical Services for Longwood Road sewer project electrical connections
• Ratification of emergency biosolids removal contract with EMA Resources for $162,200
• Request to General Assembly to raise fire fee caps by 50% with a 25% limit in FY 26-27
• Addition of two full-time engineering inspector positions due to increased workload

The Brunswick County Board of Commissioners approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda unanimously. It approved several deed of dedication filings, utility contracts, the creation of the Sunset Harbor Zion Hill Fire District, a mobile air trailer purchase, and a $1,700,000 Register of Deeds Excise Tax budget amendment. The Board also ratified a resolution requesting the state to increase the fire‑fee cap, passing the motion 4‑1. Additional proclamations for Bike Month, Building Safety Month, and Drinking Water Week were adopted.

• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved deed of dedication for 211 Luxury Storage, McLamb Farms Phase 1A, Ocean Isle Beach Phase A1-2, River Tide Farms Phase 4, Saunders Village Phase 1
• Approved creation of Sunset Harbor Zion Hill Fire District
• Approved purchase of a mobile air trailer
• Approved $266,350 contract with GSE Electrical Services for Longwood Rd. sewer project
• Ratified resolution requesting fire‑fee cap increase (4-1)
• Approved $1,700,000 Register of Deeds Excise Tax budget amendment

Board of Elections

The Brunswick County Board of Elections will conduct a preliminary hearing on a voter challenge filed by Charles Ellis Michael Jr. against the voter registration of Charles Ellis. The board will also approve minutes from multiple absentee, regular, and canvass meetings held between January and March 2026. Additional agenda items include public comments and a director's report.

• Preliminary hearing for voter challenge (Charles Ellis Michael Jr. vs. Charles Ellis)
• Approval of meeting minutes from 10 meetings (Jan 27 – Mar 13, 2026)

Board of Commissioners

At this regular meeting, the Board will decide on a consent agenda including an ambulance purchase ($400,725) and various contracts. They will hear presentations on a teacher housing initiative, proclamations, and a library expansion donation ($150,000). The Board will also discuss legislative letters on fire fees, open burning, and downzoning, and introduce a $349.6 million general obligation school bond order with a public hearing set for May 18, 2026. Additionally, they will consider accepting several deeds of dedication for water/sewer infrastructure and make appointments to boards and committees.

• Introduce $349,600,000 General Obligation School Bond Order and schedule public hearing for May 18, 2026
• Request for direction on resolution regarding fire fee legislation and letter on regulating open burning
• Teacher housing initiative resolution in support of Board of Education request
• Purchase of Frazer ambulance for $400,725 and agreement with Champion Systems for 911 call center controls ($42,254.79)
• Accept deeds of dedication for water/sewer infrastructure for Bell Creek Village, Cedar Hill Landing, Rich Square, Tidelands Preserve, and Village Greens

The Board approved the regular meeting agenda and the amended consent agenda unanimously. It authorized the purchase of a Frazer ambulance for $400,725 and adopted a resolution supporting a teacher housing initiative that sets aside about 12 acres for future use. The Board also approved a $150,000 donation for the Barbee Branch Library expansion and adopted several proclamations recognizing linemen, mental‑health awareness month, and National Correctional Officers Week.

• Approved agenda amendment (5-0)
• Approved amended consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved EMS ambulance purchase $400,725 (consent agenda)
• Approved teacher housing initiative resolution (5-0)
• Approved Barbee Branch Library expansion and $150,000 donation (5-0)
• Approved Lineman Appreciation Day proclamation (5-0)
• Approved Mental Health Awareness Month proclamation (5-0)
• Approved National Correctional Officers Week proclamation (5-0)

Planning Board

The Brunswick County Planning Board will review the Green Hill Planned Development, proposing 1,340 single‑family units on about 784.59 acres near Winnabow. Public hearings will also address modifications to the Remuda, Jinny's Creek, and Willow Haven planned developments, each ranging from 129 to 234 lots. Two rezoning cases, Z-933CZ and Z-934, will be considered for parcels near Bolivia and Shallotte. Additional items include a Clemmons Tract extension request and a case item update.

• Green Hill Planned Development (PD-161): 1,340 units on 784.59 acres, Green Hill Road (SR 1410)
• Remuda Planned Development Modification (PD-171): 140 lots on 45.02 acres, Ocean Isle Beach Road (SR 1184)
• Jinny's Creek Planned Development (PD-174): 129 lots on 37.03 acres, Hale Swamp RD SW (SR 1154) & Goose Creek RD SW (SR 1155)
• Willow Haven Modification (PD-175): 234 lots on 81.87 acres, Ocean Highway East near Bolivia
• Conditional Rezoning Case Z-933CZ: rezone parcels at 9 Robinson Road NE & 2311 Old Ocean Hwy to RR‑CZ

The Planning Board approved the March 9, 2026 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. The Board also unanimously voted to open a public hearing for the Green Hill Planned Development (PD-161). No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved 09-Mar-26 minutes (unanimous)
• Opened public hearing on Green Hill Planned Development PD-161 (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider a Special Use Permit application submitted by Phil Tripp, PE, of Tripp Engineering, PC. The request seeks approval for a Class 1 mining operation on Parcel ID 1940001702, located off Pea Landing Road NW in Ash, NC. The board will also approve the March 12, 2026 meeting minutes and address routine agenda items.

• Special Use Permit – Case 26-04S for a Class 1 mining operation on Parcel ID 1940001702, off Pea Landing Road NW
• Approval of March 12, 2026 Board of Adjustment minutes

Board of Commissioners

The Brunswick County Board of Commissioners will consider several financial and contractual items, including a third amendment to the inmate medical services contract with Wellpath LLC that raises the annual fee to $2,233,890.42. The board will also vote on a $1,048,000 transfer to fund design development for the new North End Elementary School and approve an ARPA allocation of $55,234.66 for park amenities. Additional items include fireworks permitting resolutions, a contract amendment for Southport sewer replacement, and various proclamations and appointments.

• Approve third amendment to inmate medical services contract with Wellpath LLC, increasing annual fee to $2,233,890.42
• Transfer $1,048,000 from the schools ad valorem contingency to the North End New Elementary School design development
• Approve ARPA allocation of $55,234.66 for park amenities to four vendors
• Approve amendment #2 to the Southport sewer replacement contract with The Wooten Company, adding $31,900 for a revised total of $1,117,800
• Approve resolutions permitting and inspecting fireworks in the City of Southport and the Town of Ocean Isle Beach

The Brunswick County Board of Commissioners approved the amended agenda and consent agenda unanimously. It authorized a $1,048,000 transfer from the school ad valorem contingency to the North End Elementary School design project. The Board also approved fireworks permitting authority for Southport and Ocean Isle Beach, and several budget and contract items.

• Approved agenda amendment (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Transferred $1,048,000 to North End Elementary School design (unanimous)
• Authorized City of Southport to issue and inspect fireworks permits (approved)
• Authorized Town of Ocean Isle Beach to issue and inspect fireworks permits (approved)
• Approved settlement agreement with six pharmaceutical companies (unanimous)
• Authorized amendment #2 to Southport sewer contract, increasing value by $31,900 (approved)
• Approved ARPA allocation of $55,234.66 for park amenities (approved)

Board of Commissioners

The Brunswick County Board of Commissioners will vote on resolutions to pursue a $349.6 million General Obligation school bond. It will also consider a $13.1 million federal grant for the Highway 87 Water Main Transmission Project and allocate $6.9 million of county funds for the project. Additional items include a $606,663.53 Betterment Agreement with NCDOT for Highway 211 widening and several contracts for water, sewer, and library infrastructure.

• Resolution to seek $349.6 million school General Obligation bond
• Approval of $13.1 million Highway 87 Water Main Transmission Project grant and $6.9 million county contribution
• Betterment Agreement with NCDOT for Highway 211 road widening – $606,663.53
• Sole source contract with CES Water, Inc. for EOne pumps – $200,000.00
• Budget amendment for Southport Lift Station Replacement Project – $127,999

The Brunswick County Board of Commissioners approved the agenda and consent agenda unanimously. They adopted the 2026 Southeast North Carolina Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan and approved several contracts and budget amendments, including an airport grant and library eRate funding. The Board also approved a resolution directing the publication of a notice of intent to apply for a $349,6000,000 general‑obligation school bond. All actions were recorded as approved by the Board.

• Approved agenda amendment (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Adopted 2026 Southeast North Carolina Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Approved purchase of eight Lucas Chest Compression Systems
• Approved airport grant $30,000 with $3,334 local match
• Approved eRate Category 1 funding for library broadband ($15,297.45 county share)
• Approved sole source contract with CES Water, Inc. for $200,000 pumps
• Approved resolution to apply for $349,6000,000 school bond (5-0)

Board of Elections

The Brunswick County Board of Elections will hold a hearing on challenges to early voting ballots. The board will receive a report on a sample audit count and a voter‑history audit. It will also consider and tabulate supplemental absentee ballots. Public comments and an administrative report are also scheduled.

• Hearing on early voting ballot challenges
• Report on sample audit count and voter‑history audit
• Consideration and tabulation of supplemental absentee ballots

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will review a request for a special use permit and an appeal of an administrative decision. These items involve land use and regulatory adjustments in Ash and Supply.

• Special Use Permit Case 26-02S for a Class 1 Mining Operation at 5975 Galloway Farm Trail NW, Ash
• Appeal of Administrative Adjustment for Tax Parcel 231MB00501 (2420 William Street SW) in Supply

Board of Elections

The Brunswick County Board of Elections will discuss a request for the board to oversee a sample audit count. This item is listed under New Business. No other substantive actions are noted on the agenda.

• Sample Audit Count – request for board oversight

Planning Board

The Planning Board is reviewing several planned developments and one rezoning request. These items include proposals for thousands of new residential units across multiple sites. The board will also hold public hearings for a commercial rezoning and a mixed-use development.

• Canopy Mixed Use PD-167: 3,700 senior adult residential units and 47.0 acres of commercial area on 1052.7 acres
• Green Hill PD-161: 1,340 single-family units on 784.59 acres on Green Hill Road
• Cherrytree PD-163: 1,000 single-family units on 741.09 acres
• Mirasol PD-164: 195 single-family homes and 145 townhomes on 88.8 acres
• Rezoning Case Z-932: 0.87 acres at 948 Sabbath Home Rd. SW from Medium Density Residential to Neighborhood-Commercial

The Planning Board approved the February 9, 2026 minutes by unanimous vote. A motion to open a public hearing on the Cherrytree Residential Planned Development (PD‑163) was made and carried unanimously. Staff presented a revised project and recommended approval with conditions, but no final approval was recorded at this meeting.

• Approved 09-Feb-26 minutes (unanimous)
• Motion to open public hearing for Cherrytree PD‑163 carried unanimously

Board of Elections

The Brunswick County Board of Elections will discuss whether to file a challenge to early voting ballots. It will also consider the counting of any eligible UOCAVA absentee ballots that have been cured or returned. Finally, the board will review provisional ballots and decide whether to approve them and oversee their tabulation.

• Consider filing a challenge to early voting ballots
• Consider and tabulate eligible cured or returned UOCAVA absentee ballots
• Consider and approve or disapprove provisional ballots and oversee their tabulation

Board of Elections

The Brunswick County Board of Elections will review and take action on absentee ballots. It will also oversee the closing and tabulation of early voting machine results. Both items are scheduled for discussion during the March 3, 2026 meeting.

• Consideration and tabulation of absentee ballots
• Tabulation of votes from early voting

Board of Elections

The Brunswick County Board of Elections will meet to consider absentee ballots, reviewing them and deciding on any necessary actions. The agenda also includes routine items such as call to order, pledge of allegiance, agenda adjustments, and other business.

• Consideration of absentee ballots – review and action

Board of Commissioners

The Brunswick County Board of Commissioners will consider several infrastructure and service agreements, including a construction contract for an equipment storage building, a water and sewer deed of dedication, and a mutual aid agreement with the Military Ocean Terminal Sunny Point. They will also vote on a purchase of a replacement EMS ambulance, adopt an interlocal tax collection agreement with the Town of Oak Island, and approve routine fiscal items on the consent agenda.

• Approve a Construction or Repair Agreement with Axiom 360, LLC for an equipment storage building ($223,556.45)
• Award a contract to Vision Infrastructure Development for pipe installation ($31,000.00)
• Approve purchase of a replacement EMS ambulance
• Approve updated Military Ocean Terminal Sunny Point Mutual Aid Agreement
• Approve interlocal agreement for the Town of Oak Island tax collection services

The Brunswick County Board of Commissioners approved an updated mutual aid agreement with the Sunny Point Military Ocean Terminal. The board also approved the purchase of a replacement ambulance, a tax interlocal agreement with the Town of Oak Island, and several deed of dedication items. A motion to pause planning board reviews failed, and several appointments were confirmed.

• Approved updated mutual aid agreement with Sunny Point Military Ocean Terminal (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of an ambulance to replace the damaged unit (unanimous)
• Approved tax interlocal agreement with Town of Oak Island for tax collection services (unanimous)
• Approved Deed of Dedication for BSL Residential Water & Sewer Extension, Phase 5 (5-0)
• Approved Deed of Dedication for Harper Acres (5-0)
• Approved Deed of Dedication for Ocean Isle Beach Phase A1-1 (5-0)
• Motion to hold planning board reviews until DEQ capacity issue resolved failed (2-3)
• Approved appointment of Loretta Burkett to Planning Board ETJ for Carolina Shores (5-0)

Board of Elections

The Brunswick County Board of Elections will meet on February 24, 2026 at 4:00 PM. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, pledge of allegiance, and agenda approval. A new business item will address consideration of absentee ballots. The meeting will close with other business and adjournment.

• Adjustments/Approval of Agenda
• Consideration of Absentee Ballots
• Other Business/Informal Discussion

Board of Elections

The Brunswick County Board of Elections will meet to consider a request to review and take action on absentee ballots. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as public comments and the director's report. No other specific actions or contracts are listed.

• Consideration of absentee ballots – request for board review and action

Board of Commissioners

The Brunswick County Board of Commissioners will consider several approvals, including a $491,284 contract with Barnhill Construction for preconstruction services for county schools. Other items include deed of dedication requests for water infrastructure at Brooke Ridge Lane and Saltgrass Landing, a reclassification of an EMS logistics position, and a grant to expand the Sheriff’s Office Project Lifesaver program. The board will also schedule a public hearing on the Public Housing Agency’s goals and approve various utility equipment contracts.

• Approve Barnhill Construction contract for school preconstruction services – $491,284
• Approve Graybar Electric Company contract for VFD cabinets at West Brunswick Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant – $119,766.36
• Approve Gregory Poole Equipment Company contract for a compact excavator – $99,869.48
• Consider deed of dedication for water and sewer infrastructure in Saltgrass Landing, Phases 1A, 1, Sec. 1A, and Sec. 1B
• Schedule public hearing on April 6, 2026 for Public Housing Agency’s goals, objectives, and policies

The Board approved an amended agenda and the consent agenda unanimously. It adopted several budget amendments, including a $7,062,063 transfer of System Development Fees to the Bolivia By‑Pass project and onward to a Biosolids project. Numerous contracts and grants were approved, a public‑housing hearing was scheduled, and the Code Administration name change was tabled pending more information.

• Amended agenda approved (5-0)
• Consent agenda approved (5-0)
• Budget amendment transferring $7,062,063 SDF to Bolivia By‑Pass/Biosolids project approved (5-0)
• Barnhill Construction preconstruction contract for $491,284 approved (5-0)
• ARP $6,325 Youth Services desk at Rourk Library approved (5-0)
• LSTA grant of $29,639 for SensoryScape garden at Rourk Library approved (5-0)
• Code Administration name change to Building Safety Department tabled (5-0)
• Chairman Forte and Vice‑Chair Cooke appointed to Boiling Springs Wastewater Committee (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider a special use permit for a waste disposal site and a continuance for a wellness center permit. The meeting is scheduled for February 12, 2026, at 6:00 PM.

• Special Use Permit - Case 26-05S: Waste disposal site at 1151 Whiteville RD NW, Shallotte, NC
• Special Use Permit - Case 26-03S: Continuance requested for property at 584 Hospital Drive NE, Bolivia, NC

Board of Elections

The Brunswick County Board of Elections will appoint Carol Kerr as a chief judge for early voting. The board will also review and take action on absentee ballots. Additional items include swearing in a new board member and routine agenda adjustments.

• Swearing in of Board Member Gerald Iverson
• Appointment of Carol Kerr as chief judge for early voting
• Review and action on absentee ballots
• Adjustments/approval of agenda

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review several residential planned developments, including Cherrytree, Mirasol, Ladane Gardens, and a modification to Long Beach Road. It will also consider a height adjustment request for a 132,000‑square‑foot professional office building at 67 Government Center Dr NE. An update on previously reviewed case items will be presented, but no action is required.

• Cherrytree Residential Planned Development (PD‑163): 1,000 single‑family units on 741.09 acres
• Mirasol Residential Planned Development (PD‑164): 195 single‑family homes and 145 townhomes on 88.8 acres
• Ladane Gardens Residential Planned Development (PD‑170): 525 single‑family homes on 408.46 acres
• Long Beach Road Residential Planned Development Modification (PD‑172): 97 single‑family units on 78.6 acres
• Health & Human Services Height Adjustment: request for 132,000‑sq‑ft office building at 67 Government Center Dr NE

The Planning Board approved the December 8, 2025 minutes by unanimous vote. It also voted unanimously to continue the review of Planned Developments PD-163 (Cherrytree) and PD-164 (Mirasol) to the March 9, 2026 meeting. A motion to open the public hearing for PD-170 was likewise carried unanimously.

• Approved 08-Dec-25 minutes (unanimous)
• Continued PD-163 (Cherrytree) and PD-164 (Mirasol) to March 9, 2026 (unanimous)
• Opened public hearing for PD-170 (unanimous)

Board of Elections

The Brunswick County Board of Elections will meet to consider and take action on absentee ballots. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items.

• Review and action on absentee ballots

Board of Commissioners

The Brunswick County Board of Commissioners will consider several items, including deed of dedication requests for water infrastructure at Brooke Ridge Lane and for water and sewer infrastructure at Saltgrass Landing. The board will also vote on library funding for a Youth Services desk ($6,325) and a SensoryScape garden grant ($29,639). Additional actions include scheduling a public hearing on public‑housing agency goals and authorizing an order to advertise unpaid 2025 taxes. Finally, the board will approve a $114,900 contract amendment for the Inter‑Basin Transfer project.

• Accept Deed of Dedication for water infrastructure on Brooke Ridge Lane
• Accept Deed of Dedication for water and sewer infrastructure in Saltgrass Landing (Phase 1A, Phase 1, Sec 1A, Sec 1B)
• Approve $6,325 ARP funding for a Youth Services desk at Rourk Branch Library
• Approve $29,639 LSTA grant for a SensoryScape garden at Rourk Branch Library
• Approve $114,900 contract amendment for the Town of Fuquay‑Varina Inter‑Basin Transfer (McKim & Creed)

Board of Elections

The Brunswick County Board of Elections will meet to appoint officials for the primary election and review absentee ballots. The board will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from eight previous sessions held between October and December 2025.

• Appointment of early voting officials for the primary election
• Review and action on absentee ballots
• Approval of meeting minutes from 10.21.25, 10.28.25, 11.3.25, 11.4.25, 11.7.25, 11.14.25, 12.2.25, and 12.19.25

Board of Commissioners

The Brunswick County Board of Commissioners will conduct its regular meeting. The agenda includes standard items such as call to order, invocation, agenda adjustments, and an administration presentation. No specific actions or votes are listed.

• Call to Order
• Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance
• Adjustments/Approval of Agenda
• Administration presentations

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will receive presentations on FY27 goals and objectives from 23 different county departments. The meeting includes a discussion on FY27 priorities.

• FY27 Goals and Objectives presentations from 23 departments including Sheriff's Office, Public Utilities, and Health Services
• FY27 Priorities Discussion

The Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda (5‑0). It then entered a closed session unanimously (5‑0) to approve prior minutes and consult the attorney. After presentations of FY27 goals for multiple departments, the Commissioners unanimously adjourned the meeting (5‑0).

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Entered closed session (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Brunswick County Board of Commissioners will consider a range of items, including several Deeds of Dedication for water and sewer infrastructure, an EMS rate adjustment, and multiple financial contracts and grant approvals. They will also hold public hearings on a storm‑water ordinance update and a rezoning request for Tax Parcel 0720000116. Additional agenda items cover bond issuance authority, a rounding policy for payments, and appointments to local boards.

• Approve two 3‑year contracts with CITCO Water for wastewater chemicals totaling $962,350.66
• Approve a Goods and Services Agreement with Champion Systems Inc. for $20,850
• Approve a contract with Crescent Structures, Inc. for $221,513.00 for Collections Bay enclosures
• Consider accepting Deeds of Dedication for water and sewer infrastructure in Cedar Hill Landing Phase K, Section 2 and other subdivisions
• Approve EMS rate adjustments based on 2026 Rural Medicare Allowable rates

The Brunswick County Board unanimously approved the amendment to the Stormwater Quality Management and Discharge Control Ordinance, adding a 100‑year, 24‑hour design storm requirement and an exemption for smaller sites. It also approved a series of appointments, budget items, and utility contracts, including a $221,513 contract for collection bay enclosures and a $962,350 three‑year chemicals contract. All motions listed passed without recorded opposition.

• Approved appointment of Mr. Thom Kelly to the Tourism Development Authority (5‑0)
• Approved appointment of Mr. Kevin Jones as Planning Board ETJ appointee for Bolivia (5‑0)
• Approved EMS rate change based on 2026 Rural Medicare Allowable rates (unanimous)
• Approved rounding policy to the nearest $0.05 for applicable payments (unanimous)
• Approved 6‑year EagleView aerial imagery agreement (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Stormwater Quality Management and Discharge Control Ordinance (5‑0)
• Approved Crescent Structures contract for collection bay enclosures, $221,513.00 (unanimous)
• Approved CITCO Water three‑year wastewater chemicals contracts, $962,350.66 (unanimous)

Board of Elections

The Brunswick County Board of Elections will approve minutes from several recent meetings, receive an administrative update from Director Sara LaVere, and consider a resolution to reevaluate out‑of‑precinct polling locations. No other items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Approve minutes for meetings held Oct‑21‑25 through Dec‑19‑25
• Director's report from Sara LaVere
• Resolution to reevaluate out‑of‑precinct polling locations

Board of Adjustment

The Brunswick County Board of Adjustment will review three applications at its Jan. 8 meeting. It will decide on a special use permit for a social service facility and emergency shelter at 1051 & 1053 Old Ocean Hwy in Bolivia. It will consider a variance request from the Waccamaw Volunteer Fire Dept for lot width and buffer reductions at 5230 Myrtlehead Road NW, Ash. It will also hear a special use permit request to expand a nude campground at 1114 Sun Street NW, Ocean Isle Beach. The agenda also includes approval of September and November 2025 meeting minutes.

• Special Use Permit – Hope Harbor Home, social service facility & emergency shelter at 1051 & 1053 Old Ocean Hwy, Bolivia
• Variance Request – Waccamaw Volunteer Fire Dept, lot width and perimeter buffer reductions at 5230 Myrtlehead Road NW, Ash
• Special Use Permit – expansion of a nude campground at 1114 Sun Street NW, Ocean Isle Beach