Brunswick County public meetings in 2023

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct annual elections for Board Chair and Vice-Chair. Members will also consider a consent agenda featuring multiple emergency services contracts, utility projects, and grant acceptances.

• Contract with Rogers Excavating and Grading, Inc. for water taps totaling $227,500.00
• Purchase of four Stryker Power Pro 2 stretchers exceeding $90,000.00
• Supplier Agreement with JCI Jones for water treatment chemicals for $154,000
• SCAAP grant award acceptance in the amount of $28,290
• Demolition of the existing Civietown Fire Department Building

The Board elected its leadership for the term and approved several operational contracts and grants. Key actions included authorizing a new construction method for Town Creek Elementary and approving various emergency services agreements.

• Elected Randy Thompson as Chairman (4-1)
• Elected Mike Forte as Vice-Chairman (4-1)
• Approved bonding for county officials (5-0)
• Approved Construction Management at Risk method for Town Creek Elementary Phase II addition
• Approved $227,500 contract with Rogers Excavating and Grading Inc. for water taps
• Approved $154,000 supplier agreement with JCI Jones for water treatment chemicals
• Approved $25,000 Duke Energy Preparedness Grant for drones
• Approved new DMV supervisor position in Tax Administration

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several infrastructure agreements, including water and sewer deeds and a floodplain administration agreement with the Town of Navassa. The body is also considering a contract for wastewater system improvements and a modification to a fire department district in Leland.

• Professional Services agreement with McKim and Creed, Inc. for $1,935,800 for Northeast Brunswick Regional WWTP Phase III design
• Modification of the Town of Leland Fire Department 5 mile district to lower insurance ratings in Compass Point
• Agreement with Motorola Solutions for FY24 Sheriff's Office in-car camera systems
• Interlocal agreement for Floodplain Administration between Brunswick County and the Town of Navassa
• Deeds of Dedication for water and sewer infrastructure for The Courtyards by Carrell and The Landing at Stone Chimney

The Board of Commissioners approved a professional services agreement for the Northeast Brunswick Regional Wastewater System. Other actions included modifying a fire department district and entering an interlocal agreement with the Town of Navassa.

• Approved $1,935,800 agreement with McKim and Creed Engineering for NE WWTP Phase II Offsite Transmission Improvements Design
• Approved interlocal agreement for Floodplain Administration with the Town of Navassa (4-0)
• Modified Town of Leland Fire Department's 5-mile district
• Approved Motorola Solutions agreement for FY24 Sheriff's Office in-car camera systems
• Appropriated $523,235 in NCDOT-Division of Aviation State Revenues for Runway 23 Approach Land Acquisition
• Accepted Deeds of Dedication for water and sewer infrastructure for The Courtyards by Carrell and The Landing at Stone Chimney
• Approved November 2023 motor vehicle value & levy discovery and November 2023 releases
• Approved 911 Board 50/50 Reimbursement Budget Amendments

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss budget amendments for building renovations and staff expansions. The body is deciding on several infrastructure contracts, utility purchases, and the allocation of federal pandemic recovery funds.

• Appropriation of $719,819 in ARPA funds for pre-pandemic employment
• Purchase of polyaluminum chloride from Chemtrade Inc. for $480,000
• Contract with Michigan Underground Specialists, LLC for a $183,876.14 directional drill
• Budget amendment of $70,000 for a Sheriff's Office emergency diesel truck replacement
• Resolution supporting NCDOT application to replace the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge

The Board approved the creation of seven new full-time inspector positions across Fire and Code Administration. It also endorsed the NCDOT application to replace the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge and authorized a long-term lease for Brunswick Family Assistance.

• Approved 3 new FTE Fire Inspector/Investigator positions (5-0)
• Approved 4 new FTE Multi-Trade Inspector positions (5-0)
• Adopted resolution supporting NCDOT application to replace Cape Fear Memorial Bridge
• Approved long-term lease of 925 Old Ocean Highway, Building B to Brunswick Family Assistance for $6,000/month
• Appropriated $719,819 in ARPA funds for pre-pandemic employment project
• Approved $480,000 purchase of polyaluminum chloride from Chemtrade Inc.
• Approved $183,876.14 contract with Michigan Underground Specialists for a directional drill
• Approved $39,600 annual lease for Cape Fear Regional Jetport (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will vote on several large infrastructure projects and land acquisitions. They will also hold a public hearing regarding the addition of data centers to the Industrial General Zoning District.

• Construction contract with Harper General Contractors for $46,413,000 for Mulberry Branch Water Reclamation Facility
• Purchase of 539 acres of land at the Mid-Atlantic Industrial Rail Park
• Public hearing to allow Data Centers within the I-G (Industrial General) Zoning District
• Contract amendment of $3,437,100 for Northwest Water Treatment Plant expansion services
• Acceptance of a $50,000 workforce development grant for Health Services

The Brunswick County Board of Commissioners approved a $46,413,000 construction contract for the Mulberry Branch Water Reclamation Facility and appropriated funds to purchase 539 acres for the Mid-Atlantic Industrial Rail Park. The Board also approved a UDO text amendment to add data centers to the use table and adopted resolutions supporting Israel and Operation Green Light for veterans. Additionally, the Board authorized hiring legal counsel to intervene in a contested case regarding 1,4-dioxane discharge limits.

• Approved $46,413,000 construction contract with Harper General Contractors for Mulberry Branch Water Reclamation Facility (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 539 acres for Mid-Atlantic Industrial Rail Park and related surveying exemption (5-0)
• Approved UDO text amendment adding Data Center definitions and use regulations (5-0)
• Approved $3,437,100 contract amendment with CDM Smith for Northwest Water Treatment Plant expansion (5-0)
• Adopted resolution supporting Israel and authorized letter to federal representatives (5-0)
• Adopted Operation Green Light resolution for veterans (5-0)
• Authorized hiring legal counsel to intervene in 1,4-dioxane regulatory case supporting NCDEQ (5-0)
• Appointed Charles Carroll and Dr. Lauren Gallagher to Health and Human Services Advisory Board (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several utility contracts and grant awards. Key items include funding for water treatment chemicals and a federal grant for engineering services. The board will also consider a $2 million five-year grant for treatment courts.

• HUD grant of $1,052,500 for Whiteville Road Forcemain design and engineering
• SAMHSA Treatment Court Grant totaling $2,000,000 over five years
• Five supplier agreements for water treatment chemicals totaling an estimated $900,631.50
• Annual lawn maintenance contract with Noble's Professional Grounds Management Inc. for $97,800
• Funding for a generator at the Utility Billing Department at 3769 Old Ocean Highway

The Brunswick County Board of Commissioners approved the consent agenda, including a $3,999,999 budget appropriation for the Bolivia By-Pass Transmission Force Main project, a $400,000 SAMHSA grant acceptance for treatment courts, and a $1,052,500 HUD grant for the Whiteville Road Forcemain design. The Board also made several appointments to local boards and commissions and approved an unrecorded item by a 4-1 vote.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Mr. Stone to Jury Commission (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Johnnie McAdams to Substance Use and Addiction Commission (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Ms. Sybil Kesterson to Sunset Beach ETJ Board of Adjustments (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Gene Brooks to Oak Island ETJ Planning Board (5-0)
• Approved adjournment at 8:24 p.m. (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several utility grants and infrastructure projects, including water meter purchases and sewer dedications. The meeting includes a public hearing on land acquisition for the Mid-Atlantic Industrial Rail Park and a proposed zoning amendment for first responder training facilities.

• Public hearing on the purchase of 539 acres in the Mid-Atlantic Industrial Rail Park
• Grant application for $3,000,000 for the Mid-Atlantic Industrial Rail Park Water Tank
• EPA Grant Agreement of $2,631,250 for Northwest Water Treatment Plant to Bell Swamp Pump Station
• Purchase of 3,000 Neptune water meters for $425,292.00
• Proposed UDO amendment to allow First Responders Training Facilities in Industrial General (IG) Zoning

The Board approved a resolution to reimburse the county for water system capital expenditures using approximately $41 million in future debt proceeds. Other key actions included the purchase of 539 acres in the Mid-Atlantic Industrial Rail Park and the allocation of opioid settlement funds for a health educator position.

• Approved resolution to reimburse water system expenditures from ~$41M in future obligations (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 539 acres in Mid-Atlantic Industrial Rail Park (5-0)
• Approved $39,560 in Opioid Settlement funds for a Health Educator I position (5-0)
• Approved $425,292 purchase of 3,000 Neptune water meters (5-0)
• Approved $2,631,250 EPA grant for water transmission project with 20% match (5-0)
• Approved $643,584 Port Security Grant Program award with 25% local match (4-1)
• Approved purchase of updated COVID-19 vaccines (4-1)
• Required special use permit in IG district for first responders training facilities (5-0)

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The Board of Commissioners will review a tentative award for a water reclamation facility and a grant for the Navassa wastewater system. The meeting includes decisions on utility equipment purchases, staffing changes, and infrastructure deeds.

• Tentative award to Harper General Contractors, Inc. for $46,413,000 for Mulberry Branch Water Reclamation Facility
• Acceptance of $2,852,818 in SRP grant funding for Town of Navassa wastewater system repair
• Purchase of a sewer cleaner truck from Southern Vac for $553,375.00
• Allocation of $9,000 in ARP-enabled funds for a Southwest Brunswick Branch Library circulation desk
• Deeds of Dedication for water and sewer infrastructure at Grande Palms and The Bluffs on the Cape Fear

The Board of Commissioners approved several infrastructure projects, including a tentative award for a water reclamation facility and a grant for the Navassa wastewater system. They also authorized funding for senior resources and public safety equipment.

• Tentatively awarded $46,413,000 contract to Harper General Contractors, Inc. for Mulberry Branch Water Reclamation Facility (5-0)
• Approved $2,852,818 State Reserve Grant for Town of Navassa wastewater system repair (5-0)
• Approved $1.5M temporary funding agreement with BSRI (5-0)
• Approved $553,375 purchase of a sewer cleaner truck from City Works Equipment and Supply, LLC (5-0)
• Approved sole source purchase of Kinetic Breaching Technology equipment for Sheriff's Office (5-0)
• Approved $9,000 in ARP funds for a Southwest Brunswick Branch Library circulation desk (5-0)
• Approved budget amendment of $18,413 for Breast Feeding Peer Counselor Program (5-0)
• Approved notice of public hearing to acquire up to 539 acres in Mid-Atlantic Industrial Rail Park (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several utility infrastructure projects and contracts. The meeting includes decisions on water and sewer deeds for multiple subdivisions and various budget amendments.

• Contract with Abernethy Schwartz Partners, LLC for $766,480 for EPA Lead and Copper Rule Revisions
• Budgeted purchase of an excavator for $105,420.20 and office furniture for $101,038.88
• Deeds of Dedication for water and sewer at Calabash Station Phase 2, Seaside Palms, The Lakes at Riverbend Phase 1, and The Townes at Seaside Phase 2
• 5-year lease agreement and budget amendment for Utility Billing Department at 3769 Old Ocean Highway
• Perpetual easement for ATMC (Focus Broadband) at 2578 Old Cedar Loop Road in Navassa

The Board of Commissioners approved a series of consent agenda items including utility infrastructure contracts, budget amendments, and a sole-source security system resolution. They also authorized a new lease for the Utility Billing Department and approved several deeds of dedication for water and sewer infrastructure.

• Approved $766,480 contract with Abernethy Schwartz Partners, LLC for Lead and Copper Rule Revisions
• Approved sole-source resolution for security system components from North Carolina Sound of Goldsboro, LLC
• Approved 5-year lease and budget amendment for Utility Billing Department at 3769 Old Ocean Highway
• Approved $105,420.20 purchase of a utilities excavator
• Approved $101,038.38 purchase of office furniture for Utilities building expansion
• Approved contract with Schneider Electric Buildings America Inc. for Brunswick County Schools
• Approved construction agreement with Carolina Creations Landscape, Inc for landfill transfer station concrete
• Adopted resolution honoring Leland Youth Baseball Division 1 Majors (5-0)

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The Board of Commissioners will vote on several contracts, including a construction award for a multi-use building and utility equipment. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding economic development incentives for a manufacturing facility in Leland.

• Notice of Award to Monteith Construction Company, Inc. for the Ash Waccamaw Multi Use Building for $5,618,500.00
• Public hearing and potential approval of economic development incentives for Industrial Reliability and Repair, LLC at 2307 Mercantile Drive, NE, Leland
• Budgeted purchase of a backhoe for 211 Water Treatment Plant from Company Wrench, LLC for $91,996.02
• Budget amendment and contract for Utilities Operation Center security cameras from North Carolina Sound of Goldsboro, LLC for $38,212.35
• Appropriation of $235,000 in Wastewater Expendable Net Assets for Sewer Use Ordinance agreements

The Board approved several infrastructure projects, including a multi-use building in Ash Waccamaw and a bond order for water and wastewater system improvements. They also approved economic development incentives for Industrial Reliability and Repair, LLC.

• Approved $5,618,500 contract to Monteith Construction Company, Inc. for Ash Waccamaw Multi-Use Building
• Adopted bond order to issue Enterprise Systems Revenue Bonds, Series 2023, not to exceed $45,000,000
• Approved economic development incentive package for Industrial Reliability and Repair, LLC (4-0)
• Approved ARPA Non-Profit Community Assistance Grant Fund Awards
• Approved $91,996.02 purchase of a backhoe for 211 Water Treatment Plant from Company Wrench, LLC
• Approved $38,212.35 for Utilities Operation Center security cameras from NC Sound
• Approved donation of a Ford F250 truck to the Town of Sandy Creek
• Approved MOA with NCDPS for juvenile detention services at the Brunswick County Detention Center

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several infrastructure projects, including wastewater plant expansions and the addition of Robin Lane NE to the state highway system. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding an extraterritorial jurisdiction expansion request from the Town of Ocean Isle Beach.

• Professional Services agreement with McKim and Creed Engineering for $4,340,645 for Northeast Brunswick Regional Wastewater System Treatment Plant Phase III Expansion
• Public hearing on Town of Ocean Isle Beach Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) Expansion Request
• Budgeted purchase of $113,885.00 for Bar Screen #1 rebuild at West Brunswick Regional WWTP
• Procurement of 52 desktop computers for library public PC labs at a pre-tax cost of $55,339.44
• Application for a $35,000.00 Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation Grant for night vision goggles

The Board approved several infrastructure and public safety contracts, including a $4.3M agreement for the Northeast Brunswick Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion. The Board also approved an extraterritorial jurisdiction expansion request for the Town of Ocean Isle Beach.

• Approved $4,340,645 engineering agreement for Northeast Brunswick Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant Phase II Expansion
• Approved Town of Ocean Isle Beach extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) expansion request (4-0)
• Approved $113,885 purchase to rebuild Bar Screen #1 at West Brunswick Regional WWTP
• Approved $55,339.44 for 52 desktop computers for library public PC labs using ARPA funds
• Approved application for $35,000 Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation Grant for night vision goggles
• Approved renewal of Federal Inmate Detention Program increasing per diem rate from $65 to $80
• Approved addition of Robin Lane NE to the State Highway System
• Approved $1,000,000 NC Education Lottery application for debt payments

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to adopt the FY2024 budget, fee schedule, and five-year capital improvement plan. The body will also consider several ARPA-funded projects and utility infrastructure contracts.

• Adoption of Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Ordinance, Schedule of Fees, and Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Professional services contract with CDM Smith for $1,530,000 for Ocean Isle Beach Wastewater Treatment Plant engineering
• Appropriation of $1,000,000 in ARPA funds for pre-pandemic employment project
• Service agreement with CCIR, LLC for $105,469 to remove the River Street Bridge in Supply, NC
• Appropriation of $54,872.50 for 10 Motorola 2-way radios for Fire Marshal staff

The Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda including several budget amendments, ARPA funding allocations, and infrastructure deeds. Key actions included funding for Fire Marshal radios and the approval of School Resource Officer agreements.

• Approved $1M in ARPA funds for pre-pandemic employment project
• Approved $54,872.50 for ten Motorola 2-Way radios for Fire Marshal Staff
• Approved Deeds of Dedication for water and sewer at Allston Park and Olde Georgetown Phase 1B-A
• Approved $4M transfer to water capital reserve and $3.5M to wastewater capital reserve
• Approved SRO agreements for Classical Charter Schools of Leland and Southport
• Approved two Governor’s Highway Safety Program grant resolutions for traffic units
• Approved Social Services Energy Outreach Plan for FY 2023-2024
• Approved Non-Emergency Medicaid Transportation contracts with Brunswick Transit System and Med Trans

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding the proposed FY 2024 budget and fees. The meeting includes decisions on ARPA grant awards, property acquisitions, and the use of opioid settlement funds.

• Public hearing on FY 2024 Budget, Fees, and Five Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Purchase of a five acre parcel (1520003403) on Grey Water Rd from BEMC
• Approval of FY24 Opioid Settlement Funds for The Healing Place of New Hanover County
• Initial Resolution for 2023 Revenue Bonds for water and wastewater system improvements
• Third Amendment to SHI/Microsoft Enterprise Agreement for licensing and Sheriff's Office functionality

The Board of Commissioners approved the use of opioid settlement funds to provide residential recovery services at The Healing Place. They also approved several budget amendments, a property purchase on Grey Water Rd, and a lease for the Southport probation and parole office.

• Approved $240,900 in opioid settlement funds for recovery housing at The Healing Place (5-0)
• Approved purchase of five-acre parcel on Grey Water Rd from BEMC
• Approved lease for Southport probation and parole office
• Approved ARPA Non-Profit Community Assistance Grant funds
• Approved $116,838 in insurance proceeds for Sheriff's Office vehicles
• Approved Third Amendment to SHI/Microsoft Enterprise Agreement
• Approved renewal of MOU for Economic Development Services with BBID
• Approved release of special assessment #12 for Parcel 1410000215

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss the budget. The primary item is a final presentation of the FY24 Budget provided by the Clerk to the Board.

• Final presentation of FY24 Budget

The Board of Commissioners met for a special session to discuss the FY24 budget. County Manager Steve Stone presented discussions and changes resulting in approximately $16M less than original department requests from the general fund. No formal votes on budget allocations were recorded.

• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)

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The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on proposed text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance and the creation of a Wellhead Protection Area Overlay Zoning District. The Board will also receive the recommended FY 2024 budget, capital improvement plan, and fee schedule.

• Proposed $250,000 ARPA allocation for a Library bookmobile
• Contract amendment for W.K. Dickson & Co. Inc. for Southport Wastewater Study and Design in the amount of $405,893
• Budget amendment of $200,000 for Northwest WTP residuals disposal
• Proposed amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance
• Grant application for the State Criminal Alien Assistance Program valued between $10,000 and $30,000

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO). They also approved several budget amendments, ARPA grant funding for non-profits and a library bookmobile, and a contract extension for the 911 Center phone system.

• Approved UDO text amendments for Articles 3, 6, and Appendix C (5-0)
• Approved initial ARPA Non-Profit Community Assistance Grant funds
• Approved $250,000 ARPA allocation for a Library bookmobile
• Approved resolution to add two alternate members to the Board of Equalization and Review
• Approved 6-month contract extension for 911 Center Phone System with ePlus Group, Inc.
• Approved $405,893 contract amendment with W.K. Dickson & Co. Inc. for Southport Wastewater Study and Design
• Approved $200,000 budget amendment for Northwest WTP residuals disposal
• Approved adoption of Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) and Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP)

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The Board of Commissioners will vote on the appointment of a new Sheriff and consider several infrastructure contracts. The meeting includes a presentation on water and sewer funding and the adoption of emergency operations plans.

• Notice of Award to T. A. Loving Company, Inc. for water mains: $7,250,000.00
• Contract with M-R Electrical and Security Alarm Systems for Supply Elementary fire alarms: $317,200
• Budget amendment for new transfer station concrete and asphalt: $606,734
• Purchase of 2,700 Neptune water meters from Core and Main: $383,400.00
• Approval of the March 2023 Wastewater Master Plan by McKim & Creed, Inc.

The Board appointed Brian Chism as Sheriff following the retirement of John W. Ingram, V. The Board also adopted a Wastewater Master Plan and approved several infrastructure contracts and budget amendments.

• Appointed Brian Chism as Sheriff of Brunswick County (5-0)
• Adopted the Wastewater Master Plan prepared by McKim and Creed, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $7.25M contract to T. A. Loving Company, Inc. for water mains
• Approved $383,400 purchase of 2,700 Neptune water meters
• Approved $317,200 contract with M-R Electrical and Security Alarm Systems for Supply Elementary School fire alarms
• Approved $606,734 budget amendment for new transfer station concrete and asphalt
• Accepted $49,200 grant to Health Services
• Approved Brunswick County Schools' request to delay budget submittal

General

The Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to receive presentations on the FY 2024 budget. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding water and wastewater fees for the FY 2024 budget.

• Budget FY 2024 Master Presentation
• Water and Wastewater Fees Presentation for Budget FY 2024

The Board of Commissioners held a budget workshop to review the preliminary recommended balanced budget, fees, and Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2023-2024. No formal votes were taken on the budget items as the document is a working draft for future adjustment. The budget will be formally adopted on June 19.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several funding requests, including ARPA funds for employment and budget amendments for wastewater and sewer services. The meeting includes a public hearing on Public Housing Agency goals and policies.

• Appropriation of $900,000 in ARPA funds for pre-pandemic employment project
• Budget amendment of $320,000 for Northeast Brunswick Regional WWTP
• Budget amendment of $74,000 for sewer construction
• Purchase of 53 AED units from Coro Medical, LLC for county parks and buildings
• Approval of consultants and underwriters for Series 2023 Enterprise System Revenue Bonds

The Board of Commissioners approved several financial allocations, including ARPA funds for employment and budget increases for water utilities. They also adopted an amended resolution for post-disaster debris management and accepted multiple deeds of dedication for infrastructure.

• Appropriated $900K in ARPA funds for pre-pandemic employment project (4-0)
• Approved amended Resolution to Post Disaster Debris Policy (4-0)
• Approved $320K budget amendment for Northeast Brunswick Regional WWTP (4-0)
• Approved $74K sewer construction budget amendment (4-0)
• Approved purchase of 53 AED units for county parks and buildings (4-0)
• Approved contract for audit services with Thompson, Price, Scott, Adams LLC (4-0)
• Accepted Deeds of Dedication for Adams Beverage, Beach Walk Phase 2, and The Bluffs on the Cape Fear Ph 3 Sec 4 (4-0)
• Approved StRAP grant revision for River Street bridge demolition in Shallotte Creek (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider a report on water and sewer development fees for public review. The meeting includes decisions on infrastructure deeds, a legal services agreement renewal, and several board appointments.

• Water and Sewer System Development Fee Analysis report for public review
• Deeds of Dedication for water and sewer infrastructure at Brunswick Plantation (Phase 2, Section 2), Eagle Run (Phase 3B), and Lena Springs Phase 4
• Renewal of agreement with Ward and Smith, P.A. for governmental and legal services
• Authorization to move records to Kofile Technologies facility for up to 90 days
• Second Amendment to SHI-Microsoft EA regarding Azure funding

The Board of Commissioners approved a two-year legal agreement with Ward and Smith and authorized several budget amendments for water and sewer projects. They also accepted deeds of dedication for infrastructure in three developments and filled several board appointments.

• Approved two-year agreement with Ward and Smith for retainer not to exceed $250,000 (5-0)
• Approved $710,000 transfer to county capital reserve landfill closure project (5-0)
• Approved ARPA budget revisions for Lead and Copper and OIB WWTP projects (5-0)
• Accepted Deeds of Dedication for Brunswick Plantation, Eagle Run, and Lena Springs (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Commissioner Frank Williams as 2023 NACo Voting Delegate (5-0)
• Authorized removal of Register of Deeds records to Kofile Technologies for up to 90 days (5-0)
• Approved placement of Water and Sewer System Development Fees Analysis on website (5-0)
• Appointed Mark Lindsey, Dr. Kevin Jones, Bill Hurcomb, and William Ballard to various boards (5-0)

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The Board of Commissioners will review a Comprehensive Wastewater Master Plan and a temporary telecommuting pilot program. They are also considering several grant applications for the Sheriff's Office and infrastructure deeds for local subdivisions.

• Grant application for substance use treatment at the Detention Center valued at $1,267,949.47
• Port Security Grant application valued at $775,390.41 with a 25% County match
• Service agreement with J&J Environmental for stream debris removal for $157,920
• Budget amendment of $148,239 for 211 WTP chemical costs
• Budget amendment of $31,323.20 for the Bolivia Tower Amateur Radio Project

The Board of Commissioners approved a new county seal and a temporary telecommuting pilot program for staff. They also passed a resolution encouraging the Board of Elections to end its membership in the U.S. Alliance for Election Excellence.

• Adopted new County Seal (5-0)
• Approved Temporary Telecommuting Pilot Program from April 1 to Oct 31, 2023 (5-0)
• Passed resolution encouraging Board of Elections to terminate membership in U.S. Alliance for Election Excellence (5-0)
• Approved $1.27M COSSUP grant application for substance use treatment in detention center
• Approved $775,390.41 Port Security grant application with 25% county match
• Approved $157,920 agreement with J&J Environmental for stream debris removal
• Approved $31,323.20 budget amendment for Bolivia Tower Amateur Radio Project
• Approved $148,239 budget amendment for 211 STP chemical costs

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The Board of Commissioners will review several infrastructure contracts, grant applications for library and health services, and a resolution regarding opioid litigation settlements. The meeting includes discussions on water construction budgets and 911 dispatcher reclassification.

• Contract for $2,177,497 with Highland Roofing Company for Supply Elementary School roof replacement
• Resolution to authorize execution of opioid litigation settlements
• Budget amendment of $106,200 for Water Construction
• Grant application for $49,200 for public health workforce development
• Proposed 'No Wake Zone' on the Lockwood Folly River near Rourk's Landing Subdivision

The Board of Commissioners approved several infrastructure and school contracts, including a major roof replacement. They also authorized opioid litigation settlements and passed a resolution supporting the reclassification of 911 dispatchers as protective service occupations.

• Approved $2,177,497 contract with Highland Roofing Company for Supply Elementary roof replacement (5-0)
• Authorized County Attorney to execute opioid settlement agreements with Walmart, Walgreens, CVS, Allergen, and Teva (5-0)
• Approved resolution supporting reclassification of 911 dispatchers to 'Protective Service Occupations' (5-0)
• Approved resolution requesting NC Wildlife Resources Commission establish a No-Wake Zone on Lockwood Folly River (5-0)
• Approved $106,200 water construction budget amendment (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Kristina Johnson to the Brunswick County Joint Community Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Approved E-Rate funding applications for library internet connectivity and structured cabling (5-0)
• Approved $49,200 for Public Health Workforce Development Funds (5-0)

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The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the Blueprint Brunswick 2040 Comprehensive Land Use Plan and Parks & Recreation Master Plan. The body is also considering a water system merger with the Town of Shallotte and various infrastructure and service contracts.

• Proposed $2,027,461 budget amendment for the Shallotte Water System Merger Agreement
• Contract for 3 odor control units from Evoqua Water Technologies LLC for $225,303.00
• Agreement with Infranet Technologies Group Inc. for 911 Backup Site network infrastructure for $97,571.59
• Service contract with Healing Place of New Hanover County, Inc. not to exceed $198,000.00
• Contract with Addiction Policy Forum for enCompass training valued at $24,000

The Board approved the Brunswick Blueprint 2040 Plan and Parks & Recreation Master Plan following a public hearing. Other key actions included approving a water system merger with the Town of Shallotte and creating 11 new social services positions.

• Adopted Brunswick Blueprint 2040 Plan and Parks & Recreation Master Plan (4-0)
• Approved $2,027,461 budget amendment and water system merger with Town of Shallotte (4-0)
• Approved 11 new full-time Income Maintenance Caseworker II positions (4-0)
• Approved property transfer of Parcels 2550007409 and 2550007411 to Brunswick Senior Resources, Inc. for $1.00
• Approved $225,303 purchase of three odor control units from Evoqua Water Technologies LLC
• Approved $97,571.59 contract with Infranet Technologies Group Inc. for 911 backup site infrastructure
• Approved $198,000 service contract with Healing Place of New Hanover County, Inc. (4-0)
• Appropriated $2,000,000 from fund balance for park improvements at seven county parks

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The Board of Commissioners will review several service agreements and budget requests. Key items include funding for water treatment chemicals and a resolution supporting salary increases for juvenile justice staff. The board will also consider a funding match for housing rehabilitation.

• Northwest WTP budget amendment request for $682,418.73 for chemical costs
• Funding match up to $20,000 for Wilmington Area Rebuilding Ministry, Inc. (WARM)
• Five-year construction and demolition waste agreement with Waste Industries, LLC d/b/a GFL Environmental
• Resolution supporting compression salary increases for Division of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention staff
• Proposed public hearing on April 17, 2023, regarding Public Housing Agency goals and policies

The Board of Commissioners approved several consent agenda items including waste service agreements and budget amendments. They also passed a resolution requesting the North Carolina General Assembly to fund the second phase of a 10-mile parallel raw water line for the Lower Cape Fear Water and Sewer Authority.

• Approved resolution requesting state funding for LCFWASA second parallel line (5-0)
• Approved $20,000 funding match for WARM 2023 Urgent Repair Program
• Approved 5-year construction and demolition waste agreement with Waste Industries, LLC
• Approved 4th amendment to solid waste collection agreement with Waste Industries, LLC
• Approved $682,418.73 budget amendment for Northwest WTP chemical costs
• Appropriated $89,325.61 in additional Opioid Settlement funds
• Approved resolution supporting salary increases for juvenile justice facility staff
• Scheduled public hearing for Public Housing Agency goals and policies for April 17, 2023

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is conducting a workshop to review goals and objectives from various county departments. This session consists of presentations from 27 different administrative and service entities.

• Operation Services (Solid Waste and Fleet Services) goals
• Planning and Community Enforcement goals
• Sheriff’s Office and Emergency Services goals
• Public Housing and Social Services goals
• Health Services and Veterans Services goals

The meeting consisted of presentations regarding goals and objectives from 27 different county departments and services. The minutes record no substantive decisions, votes, or approvals.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several funding requests and contracts, including ARPA grants for fire departments and employment restoration. The body is also deciding on infrastructure deeds and school facility improvements.

• Appropriation of $3.5 million in ARPA funds to restore pre-pandemic employment
• Distribution of $50,000 to each non-profit Fire Department for equipment and radios
• $1,053,730 contract with Port City Builders, Inc. for Southport Elementary window and door replacement
• $1.2 million budget increase for wastewater 'Tap On Supplies' grinder basin packages
• $36,345 proposal from RVE, Inc. for a Water and Wastewater System Development Fee Study

The Board approved several funding allocations, including $3.5 million for employment restoration and $50,000 grants for non-profit fire departments. They also authorized $169,703 from opioid settlement funds to hire a mental health clinician for Social Services. Additionally, the Board approved multiple infrastructure deeds and a $1.05M school contract.

• Appropriated $3.5 million in ARPA funds for pre-pandemic employment
• Approved $50,000 ARPA grants for each non-profit fire department
• Authorized $169,703 in opioid settlement funds to hire a DSS clinician (5-0)
• Approved $1,053,730 contract with Port City Builders for Southport Elementary
• Approved $1.2 million budget increase for wastewater tap-on supplies
• Approved purchase of 51 LIFEPAK AEDs for county parks and facilities (5-0)
• Approved $36,345 proposal from RVE, Inc. for wastewater fee study
• Appointed James Bruno and Michael Sellers to the Fire Fee Committee (5-0)