{
 "city": "Cape Carteret",
 "state": "NC",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/carteretcountync.gov/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-08-20",
 "upcoming": [
  {
   "date": "2026-08-24",
   "body": "Beach Commission",
   "headline": "Beach Commission to hear nourishment bids for 2027/2028",
   "summary": "The Carteret County Beach Commission is meeting to approve the July 27, 2026 minutes, hear the annual State of the Beach address, and receive bids for the 2027/2028 beach nourishment project. The meeting also includes time for other business and public comment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08242026-1594",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
 ],
 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-08-17",
   "body": "County Commissioners",
   "headline": "Carteret County Commissioners to vote on $2.55M radio system change order and budget amendments",
   "summary": "The Carteret County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda with multiple financial items, including a $2,550,381 change order for the public safety communications system, several budget amendments, and a sole-source purchase of an emergency communications recording system. The board will also hold public hearings on two road name changes and consider adopting a comprehensive parks and recreation master plan.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08172026-1593",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-10",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Planning Commission to vote on 63-space Morse Road RV Park preliminary plan",
   "summary": "The Carteret County Planning Commission will consider preliminary plan approval for Morse Road RV Park Phase I, a 63-space RV park with a pool, bathhouse, and pickleball courts on Morse Road near Peletier. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and scheduling the next regular meeting. The agenda is focused on this single development decision.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08102026-1590",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-10",
   "body": "Consolidated Human Services Board",
   "headline": "Board to review fee schedule, PORT updates, and policy changes",
   "summary": "The Carteret County Consolidated Human Services Board will meet to adopt the consent agenda, including approval of the May 11, 2026 meeting minutes and an updated fee schedule. They will also discuss an operating procedures amendment, receive updates on the Post Overdose Response Team (PORT) and high school prevention education, and review current and potential rules and policies. The board will hear reports on bad debt write-offs, Health Department and DSS updates, and the Director's Report.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08102026-1592",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-05",
   "body": "Elections Board",
   "headline": "Carteret elections board to discuss candidate filings, early voting, and town hall",
   "summary": "The Carteret County Board of Elections will consider approving minutes from July meetings, hear a candidate filing update, set a date to appoint early voting officials, and discuss a 'Trusted Elections Town Hall' event. The meeting includes public comment and board comments.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08052026-1591",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-27",
   "body": "Beach Commission",
   "headline": "Beach Commission to hear nourishment update",
   "summary": "The Carteret County Beach Commission will meet to receive a nourishment update from Shore Protection Manager Ryan Davenport and discuss other business. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a public comment period.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07272026-1589",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-20",
   "body": "County Commissioners",
   "headline": "Commissioners hold closed session for legal and property talks",
   "summary": "The Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting solely to enter a closed session. The closed session will cover approving prior closed-session minutes, consulting with the county attorney, and discussing real-property acquisition strategy. No other business will be conducted.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07202026-1587",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07202026-1587",
   "source": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-20",
   "body": "County Commissioners",
   "headline": "Public hearing on dangerous dog ordinance revisions",
   "summary": "The Board will hold a public hearing on proposed revisions to Chapter 3 Animals, Sections 3-21 and 3-22, regarding dangerous dog procedures, appeals, and enforcement. The consent agenda includes approval of a $30,000 grant for the Sheriff's Office, contracts for in-home aide services, debris management site leases, solid waste services, and design of a backup 911 center and emergency operations center.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07202026-1588",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07202026-1588",
   "source": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-01",
   "body": "Elections Board",
   "headline": "Board to approve 2026 General Election Early Voting Plan",
   "summary": "The Carteret County Board of Elections will consider approving the 2026 General Election Early Voting Plan and adopt a Continuity of Operations Plan and Rules and Procedures. The Director's Report includes a budget update, precinct official recruitment, and a Morehead 1 Precinct update.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07012026-1586",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07012026-1586",
   "source": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-29",
   "body": "Beach Commission",
   "headline": "Beach Commission to discuss Bogue Inlet hazard rules",
   "summary": "The Carteret County Beach Commission will meet to discuss Bogue Inlet hazard rules and consider other business. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the June 1, 2026 meeting and a public comment period.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06292026-1585",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-24",
   "body": "County Commissioners",
   "headline": "Commissioners to appoint John Robert Nyberg as Carteret County Sheriff",
   "summary": "The Carteret County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to fill the vacancy in the Office of Sheriff, created by the retirement of Sheriff Asa Buck. The board will consider a recommendation from the county Republican Party to appoint Chief Deputy John Robert Nyberg, approve his official performance bonds, and administer the oaths of office.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06242026-1584",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06242026-1584",
   "source": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-15",
   "body": "County Commissioners",
   "headline": "Commissioners hold closed session for legal consultation and minutes approval",
   "summary": "The Carteret County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting solely to enter a closed session. The closed session will approve minutes from May 18, 2026, and consult with the County Attorney under attorney-client privilege. No other business will be conducted.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06152026-1582",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06152026-1582",
   "source": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-15",
   "body": "County Commissioners",
   "headline": "Commissioners to continue FY 2026-27 budget discussion, hold public hearings",
   "summary": "The Carteret County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on a road name change and dangerous dog ordinance revisions, and continue discussion of the FY 2026-27 recommended budget. The consent agenda includes several budget amendments and contract approvals.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06152026-1583",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06152026-1583",
   "source": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-10",
   "body": "Zoning Board of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Board upholds denial of appeal for contractor storage yard on residential lot",
   "summary": "The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider an order denying an administrative appeal for a property at 1528 Hwy 24, Newport, where a contractor storage yard was found to violate zoning rules. The board previously upheld the violation after a hearing in May 2026. This meeting will finalize the written order.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06102026-1581",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-08",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Planning Commission to vote on variance and RV park extension",
   "summary": "The Carteret County Planning Commission will consider two items: an order approving a variance from the Down East Conservation Ordinance for a property at 106 Academy Lane, Harkers Island, and a request to extend preliminary plan approval for Phase 2 of the White Oak Shores Manufactured Home/RV Park at 400 Wetherington Landing Road, Stella. The variance was already granted at the May 14 meeting; the June 8 agenda includes formal approval of that order and a public hearing on the extension request.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06082026-1580",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-01",
   "body": "Beach Commission",
   "headline": "Beach Commission to get 26/27 nourishment update",
   "summary": "The Carteret County Beach Commission will meet to receive an update on the 26/27 nourishment project and discuss other business. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a public comment period.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06012026-1579",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-18",
   "body": "County Commissioners",
   "headline": "Commissioners to hold closed session for legal and personnel matters",
   "summary": "The Board of Commissioners is meeting in special session solely to enter closed session. The closed session is authorized under state law to approve closed session minutes from April 20, 2026, and to consult with the County Attorney on matters protected by attorney-client privilege. No public votes or decisions are scheduled.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05182026-1577",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05182026-1577",
   "source": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-18",
   "body": "County Commissioners",
   "headline": "Commissioners to hold public hearings on budget and outdoor burning rules",
   "summary": "The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on the FY 2026-27 recommended budget and on proposed amendments to outdoor burning ordinances. The consent agenda includes $5.4 million in budget amendments for school repairs, a sheriff's office equipment, and an emergency operations center, plus lease agreements for fire stations and design services for a potential detention center.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05182026-1578",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05182026-1578",
   "source": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-14",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Planning Commission to vote on rear setback variance for Harkers Island lot",
   "summary": "The Carteret County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a variance request from Van Smith, on behalf of Smith Camacho Homes, to reduce the required rear setback from 30 feet to 10 feet for a vacant lot at 106 Academy Lane, Harkers Island. The property is subject to the Down East Conservation Ordinance. The commission will also approve minutes from the March 9, 2026 meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05142026-1574",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-13",
   "body": "Zoning Board of Adjustment",
   "headline": "ZBA hears appeal of violation for contractor storage yard at 1528 Hwy 24, Newport",
   "summary": "The Carteret County Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear Case No. 2026-017, an administrative appeal by property owner Marty Messer against a Notice of Violation for using 1528 Highway 24, Newport as a contractor's storage yard in an R-15M Single Family Residential district. The appeal was tabled from the April 8 meeting because the applicant was absent. The board will also approve minutes from the April 8 meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05132026-1575",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-11",
   "body": "Consolidated Human Services Board",
   "headline": "Board to review FY 26/27 Health Department and DSS budgets, accept grants",
   "summary": "The Consolidated Human Services Board will consider adopting a consent agenda that includes accepting several grants and approving local policies, then receive budget presentations for the Health Department and Department of Social Services for fiscal year 2026/2027. The meeting also includes updates from the PORT overdose response team, Health Department, and DSS.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05112026-1576",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.carteretcountync.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
 ]
}