Brunswick County public meetings in 2022
13 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to consider a resolution to transfer real property to Brunswick Senior Resources, Inc. This action follows a previous directive from the Board.
- Resolution for Transfer of Real Property to Brunswick Senior Resources, Inc.
The Board of Commissioners approved a resolution to convey two real property parcels to Brunswick Senior Resources, Inc. for $1.00. The land is to be used exclusively for housing and amenities for residents over the age of sixty.
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Approved resolution to convey Parcel 2550007409 and Parcel 2550007411 to Brunswick Senior Resources, Inc. for $1.00 (5-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Board will administer oaths of office to Commissioners Elect and elect a Board Chair and Vice-Chair. The meeting includes several requests for equipment purchases, grant approvals, and a senior housing proposal.
- Estimated $900,000 purchase of three ambulances using ARPA funds
- Appropriation of $1,400,000 in Occupancy Tax Revenue
- Request to create two 100-yard No Wake Zones on the Lockwood Folly River
- $25,000 Duke Energy Preparedness Grant for drones
- Appeal request for RiverSea Plantation Modification (PD-84)
The Board elected Randy Thompson as Chairman and Mike Forte as Vice-Chairman. The Board approved several sole-source utility contracts and the purchase of three ambulances using ARPA funding. A land transfer for a senior housing proposal was approved pending legal review.
- Elected Randy Thompson as Chairman (5-0)
- Elected Mike Forte as Vice-Chairman (5-0)
- Approved performance bonds for Tax Collector, Finance Director, Register of Deeds, and Sheriff (5-0)
- Approved purchase of three ambulances using ARPA funding, estimated at $900,000
- Approved $25,000 Duke Energy grant for drones (5-0)
- Approved land transfer for Brunswick Senior Resources Inc. senior housing proposal (5-0)
- Denied RiverSea Plantation Modification (PD-84) appeal (4-1)
- Appointed Dr. Travis Pickens to the Health and Human Services Advisory Board (5-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review several infrastructure deeds and a request to begin bidding and construction for the Ash Waccamaw Multiuse Building. The meeting includes decisions on budget amendments for sewer taps and state grants, as well as a revised inclement weather pay policy.
- Approval to bid and construct the Ash Waccamaw Multiuse Building in FY23
- Budget amendment to appropriate $1,000,000 for sewer taps and connection supplies
- Appropriation of $239,277 in state revenues for the FY23 Rural Operating Assistance Program
- Acceptance of a $34,885 BJA FY 2021 State Criminal Alien Assistance Program grant
- Proposed revisions to the Inclement Weather Pay Policy
The Board of Commissioners approved the bidding and construction process for the Ash Waccamaw Multiuse Building. Other actions included updating the inclement weather pay policy and amending the 2023-2027 Strategic Plan. Several infrastructure deeds of dedication and grant-funded equipment purchases were also approved.
- Approved bidding and construction of Ash Waccamaw Multiuse Building in FY23
- Approved revised Inclement Weather Pay Policy (5-0)
- Approved amendment to 2023-2027 Strategic Plan regarding innovative technologies (5-0)
- Approved $1,000,000 budget amendment for sewer taps and connection supplies
- Approved $239,277 budget amendment for FY23 Rural Operating Assistance Program
- Approved Motorola Solutions agreement for GHSP grant radios and in-car systems
- Approved $34,885 SCAAP grant award with no county match
- Approved sale of office table to former Chief Deputy Charles Miller for $100.00
Board of Commissioners
The Board approved several high-value contracts for school facility upgrades and utility infrastructure. They also authorized various grant applications and budget amendments for public safety and health services.
- Approved $558,800 design and $7,271,379 construction contracts for Town Creek Elementary School
- Approved $135,000 for two Commercial Plan Reviewers and equipment (4-1)
- Approved $149,874 purchase of a Rausch Portable Camera Trailer for Utilities
- Approved $238,721.50 contract with Motorola Solutions Inc. for radio consolettes
- Approved $72,800 in ARPA funds for public-access computers at the library
- Approved $1,429,828.49 annual amended contract with Wellpath, LLC for inmate health services
- Approved $327,000 professional services agreement with McGill Associates, PA for Navassa Wastewater project
- Appointed Lt. Tony Henson to Child Fatality Prevention Team, Diana Fotinatos and Marilyn Shapiro to Library Board, and Kenneth Gamm to JCPC
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review several emergency service contracts, budget amendments, and infrastructure projects. Key items include a design contract for school science room renovations and a proposal for a new armored response vehicle for the Sheriff's Office.
- Contract with Paragon Building Corporation for $1,512,976 for Utility Operations Center expansion
- Design contract with Becker Morgan Group for $304,600 for middle and high school science room renovations
- Purchase of an Armored Rapid Response Vehicle for the Sheriff's Office for just under $330,000
- Annual ambulance franchise agreement for Bald Head Island Fire/EMS including a $298,500 payment
- Adoption of the Schedule of Values for the 2023 countywide reappraisal
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the 2023 Schedule of Values for tax revaluation. The body is also considering several infrastructure deeds, equipment purchases, and the use of ARPA funds for wastewater treatment.
- Public hearing for the 2023 Schedule of Values for tax revaluation
- Proposed $4,942,733 in ARPA funds for Ocean Isle Beach Wastewater Treatment Plant design and land purchase
- Agreement with Motorola Solutions for 15 in-car camera systems totaling $102,506.25
- Final adjusting change order of $320,984.74 for Northeast Brunswick Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion
- Acceptance of a $400,000 SAMHSA Expansion Grant for the Adult Treatment Court Expansion Project
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed economic development incentive for Precision Swiss Products, Inc. The meeting also includes several requests for utility equipment purchases, lease amendments, and tax administration reports.
- Proposed $270,000 economic development incentive for Precision Swiss Products, Inc.
- Purchase of a Vermeer Directional Drill machine for $152,778.40
- Task Order with McGill Associates for Shallotte WWTP inundation mapping not to exceed $19,500
- Lease amendment for USDA Rural Development office space at 10 Referendum Drive for $13,929.96 per year
- Public hearing scheduled for October 17, 2022, regarding the 2023 Schedule of Values
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is deciding on design and construction contracts for a 12-classroom addition to North Brunswick High School. They are also considering a $3 million funding agreement for dam restoration projects in the City of Boiling Spring Lakes.
- Construction contract for Barnhill Contracting Company: $22,274,068
- Design contract for Becker Morgan Group, Inc.: $1,057,000
- Proposed $3,000,000 for City of Boiling Spring Lakes dam restoration projects
- Conservation easement grant for 1330 Hickman Rd NW: $379,331.80
- Updated library schedule of fees for printing and copies
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is reviewing a consent agenda featuring significant budget amendments for school capital projects and various utility contracts. The meeting includes decisions on public health vaccine orders, library fee updates, and courthouse leases.
- Appropriation of $45,815,000 from GO Debt and $5,869,432 bond premium for 2016 Bond Referendum Phase 3
- Biosolids removal and disposal contract award to EMA Resources Inc. for approximately $715,000 per year
- Annual flu vaccine order for FY22-23 totaling $132,927.35 from GSK and Sanofi
- Acceptance of water and sewer infrastructure deeds for Byrd Watch at Sea Trail Plantation, Phase 2, valued at $232,700.58
- Updated library fees: $0.10 per page for black and white copies and $0.30 per page for color
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will discuss funding for public safety radio upgrades and a road improvement request for the NC International Logistics Park. The meeting also includes reviews of health reports and agency funding agreements.
- Proposed $3,156,810.76 ARPA-funded radio overhaul for Sheriff's Office, Emergency Management, and Health Department
- Resolution requesting NCDOT funding for a left turn lane on US74/76 W. at the NC International Logistics Park
- Renewal of a $152,000.00 funded agency agreement with Brunswick Family Assistance for FY 22-23
- Three-year lease agreement for NC Department of Public Safety Probation and Parole office space at no cost to the state
- Tip fee exemption request for Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Raleigh at the Brunswick County Landfill
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several utility infrastructure contracts and budget amendments. Key discussions include the use of ARPA funds for water transmission and lead mitigation projects.
- Proposed $1.4 million Lead & Copper Mitigation Program using ARPA funds
- Proposed $1,930,278.37 in ARPA funds for a joint water transmission project with St. James
- Contract for Sea Trail WWTP improvements in the amount of $774,900
- Agreement for 911 Center recording system replacements valued at $181,340
- Contract with Withers-Ravenel for $331,000 for Navassa Waterline Replacement
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will vote on the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget Ordinance, fees, and the Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan. The meeting includes discussions on issuing $53 million in school bonds and $5.74 million in public improvement bonds.
- Proposed $53,000,000 General Obligation Schools Bonds, Series 2022B
- Proposed $5,740,000 General Obligation Public Improvement Bonds, Series 2022A
- Request for $3,000,000 to support City of Boiling Spring Lakes dam projects
- Budget amendment of $3,017,136 for Brunswick Senior Resources, Inc.
- Allocation of an estimated $13,609,604 in NC Opioid Settlement Funds
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is conducting a public hearing to receive comments on the recommended budget, proposed fees, and five-year capital improvement plan for FY 2022-2023. The body is also considering several funding allocations from the American Rescue Plan Act and various infrastructure contracts.
- Public hearing for FY 2022-2023 Budget, Fees, and Capital Improvement Plan
- Contracts with S.T. Wooten for paving at West Brunswick High School ($447,584) and Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary ($566,078)
- Proposed $10 million ARPA allocation for general government services responding to public safety concerns
- Proposed $936,793.60 contract with Alfred Williams and Company for courthouse furniture
- Proposed issuance of Series 2022A Two-Thirds General Obligation Public Improvement Bonds not to exceed $5,740,000