Duplin County public meetings in 2024

Board of Commissioners

The Duplin County Board of Commissioners will vote on several budget amendments, funding allocations, and contract awards. Items include large debris‑removal contracts, a $75,000 education lottery grant, and a lease of county land at WestPark Business and Industrial Park. The board will also schedule a public hearing on a Unified Development Ordinance amendment for January 6, 2025.

• Approve Hall’s Tree Service contract for North East Cape Fear River Sections 1‑5 debris removal ($554,622)
• Approve Daniel Steiner d.b.a. Snatch‑it contract for North East Cape Fear River Section 6 Streamflow Rehabilitation ($121,342)
• Approve North Carolina Education Lottery funding for Duplin County Schools ($75,000)
• Approve lease of county‑owned property at WestPark Business and Industrial Park in Warsaw to Ross Thornton
• Schedule public hearing on Jan 6 2025 to consider text amendment to the Duplin County Unified Development Ordinance

The board approved the airport taxiway construction contract and grant, adopted the consolidated health agency resolution (4-1), and approved a consent agenda covering debris removal contracts, a school security grant, and an agricultural lease. The opioid settlement resolution was removed from the agenda at a commissioner's request. No public comments were received.

Board of Commissioners

The Duplin County Board of Commissioners will consider several approvals, including a software as a service agreement with Tyler Technologies, Inc. and a grant agreement with the North Carolina Tobacco Trust Funds. They will also schedule a public hearing on Jan. 6, 2025 to receive comments on naming two lanes at Cipher Green RV Park. Additional items include appointing a deputy finance officer, adopting a solid waste management ordinance, and adopting the schedule of values for the 2025 property revaluation.

• Approve a Software as a Service Agreement between Tyler Technologies, Inc. and Duplin County
• Approve the Grant Agreement between Duplin County Economic Development Commission and the North Carolina Tobacco Trust Funds
• Schedule a public hearing for Jan. 6, 2025 on naming two lanes at Cipher Green RV Park off John Williams Evans Road
• Adopt an Amended Solid Waste Management Ordinance
• Adopt the Schedule of Values for the 2025 Duplin County Revaluation

The Duplin County Board of Commissioners held its organizational meeting, swore in re-elected commissioners, and elected Dexter B. Edwards as Chairman and Elwood Garner as Vice-Chairman for 2025. The board unanimously approved the 2025 revaluation schedule, an amended Solid Waste Management Ordinance, and a consent agenda including a Tyler Technologies software agreement and a $500,000 tobacco trust fund grant. A public hearing was held on consolidating the Health Department and Department of Social Services, but no vote was taken on the consolidation.

• Elected Dexter B. Edwards as Chairman and Elwood Garner as Vice-Chairman for 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 regular meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Adopted Schedule of Values for 2025 revaluation (unanimous)
• Adopted amended Solid Waste Management Ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Tyler Technologies SaaS agreement and $500,000 tobacco trust fund grant (unanimous)
• Approved tax and solid waste releases totaling $25,521.29 (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for Jan. 6, 2025 on naming two lanes at Cipher Green RV Park (unanimous)
• Held public hearing on Health Department/DSS consolidation; no vote taken

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding the E911 Addressing Project and tax administration. The body is also considering several budget amendments and state grant agreements.

• Acceptance of $1,149,500 in State Acquisition Relocation Funds
• Acceptance of $4,409.00 in WCI – AA 403 – Revision #4 funding
• Lease agreement for office space at 103 Duplin Street for NC Department of Adult Correction
• Public hearing for E911 Addressing Project
• Public hearing conducted by Tax Administrator Gary Rose

The Duplin County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included budget amendments, tax releases, a resolution for deed book preservation, a health department agreement, an economic development subgrant, and acceptance of additional SARF funds. The board also approved naming a lane 'Camacho Duarte Lane' after a public hearing. A motion to approve the 2025 revaluation schedule was rescinded and deferred to the December 2 meeting.

• Approved consent agenda including budget amendments, tax releases, and contracts (unanimous)
• Approved naming lane at 3600 Block of S NC 41 Highway as Camacho Duarte Lane (unanimous)
• Rescinded motion to approve 2025 revaluation schedule; deferred to Dec 2 meeting
• Approved resolution allowing Register of Deeds to remove Deed Book 30 for preservation (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2025 Consolidated Agreement Amendment #1 with NCDHHS (unanimous)
• Accepted additional WIC funding of $4,409.00 (unanimous)
• Approved ISEP subgrant agreement with Southeastern Partnership for $105,000 (unanimous)
• Accepted additional SARF funds of $1,149,500 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the 2025 revaluation schedule of values and community health needs assessment data. The body is also considering resolutions regarding the expenditure of opioid settlement funds and various grant acceptances.

• 2025 Revaluation Schedule of Values presentation
• Resolutions to amend expenditure of Opioid Settlement Funds
• Interlocal Animal Control and Protection Services Agreement with Town of Beulaville
• Acceptance of $60,000 Trillium Integrated Care Grant
• Acceptance of $10,000 CDC funding for seasonal influenza vaccine efforts for farmworkers

The Duplin County Board of Commissioners approved two resolutions to amend the allocation of opioid settlement funds for 2024, authorizing expenditures for collaborative strategic planning, early intervention, naloxone distribution, and addiction treatment for incarcerated persons. The Board also approved an interlocal agreement for animal control services with the Town of Beulaville and scheduled a public hearing for the 2025 revaluation schedule of values.

• Approved 2025 revaluation public hearing for Nov 18 (5-0)
• Approved regional opioid resource asset mapping project ($4,500)
• Approved interlocal animal control agreement with Town of Beulaville
• Approved $10,000 CDC grant for farmworker influenza vaccines
• Approved $60,000 Trillium Integrated Care grant
• Approved extension for NC Streamflow Rehabilitation Program contract
• Approved opioid settlement fund expenditure resolutions 2024-52 and 2024-53
• Approved consent agenda including budget amendments and tax releases

Economic Development Commission Board

The Duplin County Economic Development Commission Board approved previous minutes, recommended a $105,000 grant acceptance for AirPark entrance improvements, and selected Daniels & Daniels as the design-build firm for the ready buildings project. The board also authorized the EDC director to select an agricultural land lease bid for WestPark and approved scheduling a recertification meeting.

• Approved previous meeting's consent agenda (unanimous)
• Recommended acceptance of $105,000 NCSE ISEP grant for AirPark Entranceway Improvements to the Board of County Commissioners (unanimous)
• Approved revising the NCSE ISEP Grant to name the Duplin County Economic Development Commission instead of the non-profit Foundation (unanimous)
• Approved Daniels & Daniels as the design-build firm for the shell building project and authorized the committee to negotiate contract terms (unanimous)
• Rescheduled the December EDC Board meeting to December 2 at 7:00 am (unanimous)
• Authorized the EDC Director to select an appropriate bid for the WestPark Agriculture Land Lease for presentation to the Board of County Commissioners (unanimous)
• Approved scheduling a tentative EDC Board meeting for November 19 at 11:30 am for the Site Readiness Program recertification presentation (unanimous)
• Approved adjourning the open session (unanimous)

Economic Development Commission Board

The Duplin County Economic Development Commission approved several actions, including a $5,500 change order for airport roadway construction, appointing a selection committee for design-build RFQs, and approving Project Panda's application for the County Incentive Program, NC Commerce Building Reuse Grant, and One NC Grant. The board also approved the RFQ for general engineering services with a wording change.

• Approved $5,500 change order for downstream culvert data (unanimous)
• Appointed selection committee for design-build RFQ review (unanimous)
• Approved Project Panda County Incentive Program application (unanimous)
• Approved NC Commerce Building Reuse Grant application for Project Panda (unanimous)
• Approved One NC Grant application for Project Panda (unanimous)
• Approved RFQ for General Engineering Services with wording change (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet to review a consent agenda including grant funding and professional service authorizations. The meeting includes three scheduled public hearings and a closed session regarding personnel matters.

• Acceptance of $699,160.00 NC Department of Public Safety Local Emergency Shelter Capacity Grant
• Work Authorization Number 1 for professional services with Michael Baker Engineering, Inc.
• Reappointment of Elizabeth Smith and Thomasina Williams to the Duplin County Planning Board
• Proposed public hearing for October 7, 2024, regarding naming a lane in the 200 block of Lem Brown Road
• Approval of 31-LL 10 Forestry Headquarter Lease with the State of North Carolina

The Duplin County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda including a $699,160 state grant for emergency shelter generators, a road name change, and several contracts. The board also approved a new Animal Service Center Manager position and authorized grant applications for transportation and community development. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved consent agenda including $699,160 Local Emergency Shelter Capacity Grant (unanimous)
• Approved road name change of James O. Horne Lane to Teaberry Lane (unanimous)
• Adopted FY2026 Program Resolution for transportation grants (unanimous)
• Held public hearing on $950,000 CDBG-NR grant application; no vote taken
• Approved creating new Animal Service Center Manager position (unanimous)
• Approved $106,000 owner's representative contract with Michael Baker Engineering (unanimous)
• Approved 30-year lease with NC Forest Service for Region 1 HQ (unanimous)
• Recessed to October 1, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Duplin County Board of Commissioners will consider several funding approvals and a resolution at its August 19, 2024 meeting. Items include accepting $300,000 from the NC Streamflow Rehabilitation Program, $64,000 ARPA COVID‑19 school health team funding, $1,500 Carolina Consortium engagement funds, $2,000 chronic illness in pregnancy funding, and $23,102 additional WIC funding, each with associated budget amendments. The board will also adopt a resolution against bullying and approve routine agenda items such as tax releases and proclamations.

• Accept $300,000 NC Streamflow Rehabilitation Program (StRAP) funding – Contract #25-008-4016 with NC Dept. of Agriculture & Consumer Services
• Accept $64,000 ARPA COVID‑19 School Health Team Workforce (AA 620) funding and approve budget amendment
• Accept $1,500 Carolina Consortium Engagement Funds and approve budget amendment
• Accept $2,000 Management of Chronic Illness in Pregnancy (AA 130) funding and approve budget amendment
• Accept $23,102 Additional WIC (SFY 24‑25 Phase III AA 403 Rev #2) funding and approve budget amendment

The Board approved a $300,000 grant from the NC Department of Agriculture for the Streamflow Rehabilitation Assistance Program to clear the Northeast Cape Fear River. The Board also adopted a resolution against bullying and approved several health department budget amendments.

• Approved $300,000 NC Streamflow Rehabilitation Program funding (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-33 against bullying (unanimous)
• Approved $64,000 ARPA COVID-19 School Health Team Workforce funding (unanimous)
• Approved $23,102 WIC Special Funding Opportunity funding (unanimous)
• Approved $2,000 Management of Chronic Illness in Pregnancy funding (unanimous)
• Approved $1,500 Carolina Consortium Engagement Funds (unanimous)
• Approved tax and solid waste releases totaling $11,749.82 (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearings for Sept 16 and Oct 7 regarding a state homeowner grant (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Duplin County Board of Commissioners held an emergency meeting on August 9, 2024, to address flooding from Tropical Storm Debby. They unanimously approved appropriating $1.25 million to Soil and Water for emergency storm debris removal along the Northeast Cape Fear River. The board also declared the debris and siltation a public emergency and authorized the chairman to sign contracts.

• Appropriated $1.25 million to Soil and Water for emergency debris removal (unanimous)
• Declared debris and siltation of Northeast Cape Fear River a public emergency (unanimous)
• Authorized Chairman to sign and execute contracts on behalf of the board (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Duplin County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda that includes budget amendments, tax and solid waste releases, and several contracts and grant acceptances. Key items are the approval of an agreement with the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services for forest land protection, and the scheduling of public hearings on a transportation grant and a lane name change. Additional agenda items address road concerns, a water supply well project, and routine agency reports.

• Approve agreement with NC Dept of Agriculture for protection, development and improvement of forest lands in Duplin County (item E)
• Approve service contracts with Warsaw Animal Hospital and Dr. Martin’s Large Animal Clinic for veterinary services at the county animal shelter (item H)
• Accept Blue Cross NC Grant Funds in the amount of $4,000.00 and authorize the associated budget amendment (item K)
• Approve Statement of Work/Master Services Agreement with CivicPlus for .gov domain and website maintenance (item O)
• Schedule public hearing for September 3, 2024 to receive comments on FY26 transportation system grant submission (item F)

The Duplin County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution amending the capital project budget and awarded two construction contracts for the Golden LEAF-funded water supply well project at WestPark. The contracts, totaling $2,031,020, were awarded to A.C. Schultes of Carolina, Inc. The board also approved the consent agenda, including budget amendments, tax releases, and service contracts, and held a public hearing to name a lane Lazy Spur Lane.

• Adopted resolution amending capital project budget and awarded Contract No. 2 (Water Supply Well) to A.C. Schultes of Carolina, Inc. for $711,490
• Awarded Contract No. 3 (Well House and Site Work) to A.C. Schultes of Carolina, Inc. for $1,319,530
• Approved consent agenda including budget amendments, tax and solid waste releases, and service contracts
• Approved naming a lane at 531 Bryce Hardison Road as Lazy Spur Lane
• Scheduled public hearings for September 3, 2024 on transportation grants and road name change
• Approved agreement with NC Department of Agriculture for forest land protection
• Approved service contracts with Warsaw Animal Hospital and Dr. Martin's Large Animal Clinic for animal shelter veterinary services
• Accepted grant funds including $4,000 from Blue Cross NC and $50,000 ARPA TSF Public Health Services

Economic Development Commission Board

The Duplin County Economic Development Commission approved submitting an NCSE Industrial Site Enhancement Program (ISEP) grant application for $200,000 with a 20% match to enhance the AirPark entrance and remove trees at SouthPark. The board also approved the consent agenda, including previous minutes, and received updates on various projects, including the AirPark improvements, WestPark well project, and named projects like Project Pear and Project Freeze.

• Approved consent agenda with corrections (unanimous)
• Approved NCSE ISEP grant application for AirPark entrance and SouthPark tree removal (unanimous)
• Recommended construction of two 50,000 sq. ft. shell buildings at AirPark or SouthPark
• Recommended RFQ for Design-Build services for two shell buildings
• Approved EDC contribution of $500,000 for WestPark well project (included in BOCC budget request)

Board of Commissioners

The Duplin County Board of Commissioners will vote on multiple grants, contracts, and budget amendments totaling over $835,512, including health-related funds and infrastructure projects. The meeting also includes public hearings, appointments, and routine approvals like tax collector reappointments and hazardous materials grants.

• Accept $150,000 NC Office of Rural Health grant for community health
• Accept $15,000 ECU Health Duplin Hospital Foundation grant for community benefits
• Approve $11,342 stream debris removal contract with Daniel Steiner d/b/a Snatch-It Clearing
• Approve $11,843 Limestone Creek Streamflow Rehabilitation (StRAP) contract with Daniel Steiner
• Adopt Capital Project Budget Ordinance for Economic Development Commission infrastructure improvements

The Board approved several health-related grants totaling over $313,000 and authorized contracts for stream debris removal and asset inventory. The Board also adopted an ordinance regulating ambulance service franchises and approved the 2023-2024 Tax Collector’s Settlement Statement.

• Approved $150,000 Community Health Grant and $125,000 Supporting Women’s Health Services funding
• Approved $15,000 ECU Health Duplin Hospital Foundation grant and $25,812 CCNC Capacity Building grant
• Approved $467,703 Home and Community Care Block Grant with $51,967 county match
• Approved $11,342 and $11,843 contracts with Daniel Steiner d/b/a Snatch-It Clearing for stream work
• Awarded Drinking Water Systems Asset Inventory project to McDavid Associates, Inc.
• Adopted ordinance regulating ambulance service and granting franchises to operators
• Approved 2023-2024 Tax Collector’s Settlement Statement
• Named a lane at 900 block of Old Wilmington Road as Ronald Ann Lane

Economic Development Commission Board

The Economic Development Commission denied a request to purchase county-owned land in the AirPark. The board established a sub-committee for the EDC Ready Building Program and authorized a request for engineering services.

• Denied Alfred Herring's offer to purchase county property in AirPark (unanimous)
• Established sub-committee for EDC Ready Building Program specifications (unanimous)
• Approved publishing Request for Qualifications for Engineering Services (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Duke Energy for WestPark site recertification ($500-$1,000) (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes with corrections (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet to adopt the Fiscal Year 24-25 Duplin County Budget Ordinance. The agenda also includes several budget amendments and appointments to local boards. A public hearing is scheduled for July 15, 2024, regarding a request to name a lane in Wallace.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 24-25 Duplin County Budget Ordinance
• Budget amendment for Senior Services in the amount of $4,000.00
• Budget amendment for Cooperative Extension in the amount of $3,220.00
• Public hearing regarding naming a lane at the 900 Block of Old Wilmington Road
• Appointments to the Tourism Development Authority Board

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings on the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Duplin County Budget and the Economic Development Budget. The board will also consider several contracts and a resolution for a special election regarding alcohol sales.

• Public hearings on FY 2024-2025 County and Economic Development budgets
• Contract with Chatham Civil Contracting, LLC for Duplin AirPark Roadway & Utilities for $5,194,276.00
• Work Authorization Four with Parrish & Partners for Airpark Road and Utility Improvements not to exceed $309,989.00
• Technical Services Agreement with McDavid Associates, Inc. for 2023 AirPark Water & Sanitary Sewer Improvements not to exceed $170,400.00
• Resolution to call a special election on the sale of malt beverages and unfortified wine in unincorporated areas

The Board of Commissioners approved several contracts and professional service agreements for the Duplin AirPark project. They also held public hearings on the FY 2024-2025 County and Economic Development budgets.

• Approved $5,194,276.00 contract with Chatham Civil Contracting, LLC for Duplin AirPark Roadway & Utilities
• Approved Work Authorization 4 with Parrish & Partners for Duplin County EDC Airpark Road and Utility Improvements (not to exceed $309,989.00)
• Approved Technical Services Agreement with McDavid Associates, Inc. for 2023 AirPark Water & Sanitary Sewer Improvements (not to exceed $170,400.00)
• Approved contract with RH CPA’s to audit FY 24 accounts (not to exceed $61,655.00 plus $2,750.00 for any required Single Audit)
• Adopted resolution authorizing Division of Water Infrastructure Application 2024 Lead Service Line Project
• Approved FY26 Duplin County Public Transportation Grant Forms
• Approved budget amendments for various departments including Senior Services and Social Services
• Approved resolution to call special election on sale of malt beverages and unfortified wine in unincorporated areas

Economic Development Commission Board

The Economic Development Commission Board approved three contracts for AirPark infrastructure improvements, including roadway construction and utility administration services. The board also reviewed progress on several ongoing grant-funded projects and economic development initiatives. All motions passed by unanimous or majority vote.

• Approved $5,194,276 contract with Chatham Civil Contracting, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved $309,989 contract with Parrish & Partners (majority)
• Approved $170,400 contract with McDavid Associates, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including previous minutes (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding the naming of a lane. The body is also considering several contract renewals for debris management and watershed maintenance.

• Public hearing to name a lane
• Maintenance and repairs contract for Limestone and Muddy Creek Watershed with D&D Construction, LLC not to exceed $108,700
• Mowing maintenance contract for Limestone and Muddy Creek Watershed with Hank Bond d/b/a Han-Dy-Land Farms not to exceed $53,800
• Contract extensions for debris monitoring and recovery services with Tetra Tech, Inc. and CrowderGulf
• Adoption of Duplin County Public Transportations’ updated Title VI Policy

The Duplin County Board of Commissioners approved an economic development performance and incentive agreement for Project PEAR following a public hearing. The Board also approved contract renewals for disaster debris monitoring and disaster recovery services, along with several routine budget amendments and consent agenda items.

• Approved economic development performance and incentive agreement for Project PEAR (property tax reimbursements for 10 years)
• Approved Master Services Agreement Amendment No. 2 with Tetra Tech, Inc. for debris monitoring and recovery services through July 31, 2025
• Approved contract renewal with CrowderGulf for disaster recovery and debris management services through July 30, 2025
• Renewed maintenance and repairs contract for Limestone and Muddy Creek Watershed with D&D Construction, LLC not to exceed $108,700
• Renewed mowing maintenance contract for Limestone and Muddy Creek Watershed with Hank Bond (Han-Dy-Land Farms) not to exceed $53,800
• Adopted a resolution proclaiming Emergency Medical Services Week in Duplin County (May 19-25, 2024)
• Approved a Client Services Agreement with Michael Baker Engineering, Inc.
• Approved tax and solid waste releases (#21891 through #21902)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider accepting American Rescue Plan Act funding for several water districts. The meeting includes public hearings to name three lanes and the scheduling of a hearing for a Project Pear incentive agreement.

• ARPA funding for water districts totaling $2,521,970
• Public hearings to name three lanes
• Proposed Economic Development Performance and Incentive Agreement for Project Pear
• Resolution for the realignment of SR 1340 (Blackmore Road) and SR 1341 (Penny Branch Road)
• Four County REDLG Detention Center Loan Process approval

The Board approved a $54,000 contract with NV5 for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems commissioning for the new detention center. The Board also accepted ARPA funding for several water districts and passed resolutions supporting road realignment and high-speed internet expansion.

• Approved $54,000 contract with NV5 for detention center MEP systems commissioning
• Accepted ARPA funding for Albertson ($339,088), Duplin County ($249,000), District B ($386,544), District D ($400,000), District E ($398,504), District F ($396,856), and District G ($351,976)
• Approved realignment of SR 1340 (Blackmore Road) and SR 1341 (Penny Branch Road) estimated at $360,000
• Approved resolution supporting ATMC efforts to increase high-speed internet availability
• Approved naming of South Gum Lane, Ava Rose Lane, and Familia Garcia Lane
• Approved sole source exception for Tek84
• Reappointed Brenda Upchurch to Eastern Carolina Workforce Development Board
• Reappointed Kenneth Smith, Dean Lee, and Glenn Cavenaugh to Economic Development Commission

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several grant agreements, budget amendments, and official proclamations. The agenda includes a rescheduled public hearing regarding a street name request in Magnolia.

• Agreement with NC Department of Public Safety for disaster relief and recovery grant
• Acceptance of $6,521.05 in Homeland Security Grant Program funding
• Resolution to direct the expenditure of Opioid Settlement Funds
• Grant application for Project Pear via the NC Agriculture Manufacturing and Processing Initiative
• Rescheduled public hearing for Ava Rose Lane in the 3100 block of S NC 903, Magnolia

Duplin County entered into a directed grants agreement with the North Carolina Department of Public Safety for disaster relief, recovery, mitigation, and resiliency. The grant provides up to $1,500,000 to be used through June 30, 2028.

• Entered agreement for $1.5M disaster relief and recovery grant
• Established quarterly payment schedule of $375,000

Economic Development Commission Board

The board approved a letter and resolution of support for the Project PEAR application. Members also voted to modify the proposed land lease agreement for the NC Forest Service Region 1 HQ to mirror existing airport lease terms.

• Approved Letter of Support for Project PEAR application (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution of Support for Project PEAR for County Commissioners (unanimous)
• Approved 30-year lease for NCFS Region I HQ and withdrew 10-year right of refusal clause
• Approved mirroring NCFS Region I HQ lease terms with the existing NCFS Aviation airport lease
• Approved Dean Lee's request to remain on the EDC Board following retirement from 3HC
• Approved previous meeting minutes with corrections (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several budget amendments and grant acceptances. The meeting includes a request for the FY 2024-25 Juvenile Crime Prevention Council funding plan and a request for public defender office space.

• Service contract with Nelson Baker D/B/A Baker’s Lawn Care for $71,773.80
• ARPA Temporary Savings Fund for Public Health Services in the amount of $50,000.00
• Food and Lodging – AA 874 Funding in the amount of $7,708.00
• SMP/SHIIP Shred-a-thon/Identity Theft Grant Funds in the amount of $2,800.00
• FY 2024-25 Duplin County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council Program County Funding Plan

The Duplin County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda that included budget amendments, tax releases, a $2,800 identity theft prevention grant, $7,708 in food and lodging funding, $50,000 in ARPA public health funding, and a $71,773.80 lawn care contract. The board also approved the Juvenile Crime Prevention Council's FY 2024-25 funding plan and recessed until March 22 for its annual retreat. Public comment included concerns about medical care at the Duplin County Jail.

• Approved consent agenda including budget amendments, tax releases, and grants (unanimous)
• Approved JCPC FY 2024-25 County Funding Plan (unanimous)
• Approved $71,773.80 lawn care contract with Baker's Lawn Care (consent agenda)
• Accepted $2,800 SMP/SHIIP Shred-a-thon grant (consent agenda)
• Accepted $7,708 Food and Lodging AA 874 funding (consent agenda)
• Accepted $50,000 ARPA TSF Public Health Services funding (consent agenda)
• Approved meeting minutes and agenda (unanimous)
• Recessed until March 22, 2024 for annual retreat (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing to adopt a new Unified Development Ordinance. The meeting includes decisions on grant funds, library policies, and a contract with Daniels and Daniels Construction Company, Inc.

• Public hearing to adopt a new Unified Development Ordinance
• Acceptance of $49,985.34 in grant funds from the Portable Radio PSAP Grant
• Contract approval for Daniels and Daniels Construction Company, Inc.
• Adoption of Duplin County Public Library Collection Development Policy
• Public hearing to name a lane in the 3100 block of S NC 903, Magnolia, NC

The county adopted a Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) to consolidate land development and use regulations. This document establishes standards for zoning, subdivisions, flood damage prevention, and specific business types. It defines the administrative roles of the Planning Board and Board of Adjustment.

• Consolidated Airport, Adult Business, Flood Damage, Junkyard, Manufactured Home, and Solar Energy ordinances into one UDO
• Established a 5-member Planning Board with 2-year terms
• Established a 5-member Board of Adjustment with 3-year staggered terms
• Set civil penalties for UDO violations at $50 per day
• Required a 25-foot landscape buffer for solar energy facilities
• Mandated a 2,000-foot separation between adult businesses and dwellings, churches, schools, or parks
• Required a 6-foot protective perimeter fence for all junkyards and salvage yards
• Established a 10,000 square foot minimum lot size for manufactured home parks

Economic Development Commission Board

The Economic Development Commission approved a contribution to a hydroponic farm project and finalized funding priorities for state infrastructure allocations. The board also established names for three roads at the Airpark.

• Approved $10,000 contribution to FCEMC/ISCC Smart Hydroponic Farm Project (unanimous)
• Approved finalized funding priorities for State Allocation, including Site Development (unanimous)
• Approved naming of Airpark Dr., Futrelle Way, and DPL Dr. (unanimous)
• Approved previous minutes with recommended corrections (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider accepting state transportation funds and a COVID-19 vaccine program that would create two new positions. The meeting includes budget amendments for health programs and a contract amendment for Hurricane Florence hazard mitigation.

• Acceptance of $5,000,000.00 in Transportation Reserve Funds (Session Law 2023-134)
• Request to accept Bridge Access Program for COVID-19 Vaccines funding and create two new positions
• Acceptance of $24,375 for the Breast and Cervical Cancer Program
• Contract amendment for Hurricane Florence Hazard Mitigation Grant Program expedited Acquisitions
• Appointments for five members and five alternates to the Duplin County Voluntary Agricultural District Board

The Board of Commissioners approved the dedication of the Duplin County Airport Terminal Building to George H. Futrelle. They also authorized new public health positions and modified a water supply well project to reduce costs.

• Adopted resolution to dedicate Duplin County Airport Terminal Building to George H. Futrelle (unanimous)
• Approved $64,858.00 in Bridge Access Program for COVID-19 Vaccines funding (unanimous)
• Created Public Health Nurse II position ($51,515.84) and Foreign Language Interpreter position ($31,626.26) (unanimous)
• Authorized McDavid Associates, Inc. to split WestPark water supply well project into two contracts for approximately $3,500.00 (unanimous)
• Accepted $5,000,000.00 in Session Law 2023-134 Transportation Reserve Funds (unanimous)
• Accepted $24,375 in additional Breast and Cervical Cancer Program funding (unanimous)
• Appointed five members and five alternates to the Duplin County Voluntary Agricultural District Board (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider scheduling public hearings for a new Unified Development Ordinance and two road naming requests. The meeting includes a presentation of the Fiscal Year 2023 Audit and requests to approve several contracts.

• Public hearing scheduled for March 4, 2024, regarding a new Unified Development Ordinance (UDO)
• Acceptance of NEHA-FDA Retail Flexible Funding Model Grant funds of $3,375.86
• Presentation of the Fiscal Year 2023 Audit by RH CPA’s
• Requests to approve contracts with Alliance Health, Neuse River Council of Governments, and NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources
• Public hearings for naming lanes at Lura Lane (Wallace) and 732 N NC 111 Hwy (Beulaville)

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources entered into a grant contract with the Cowan Museum of History and Science for $75,000. The funds are designated for STEM education programs, a fossil record exhibit, and community learning events for the 2023-2024 period.

• Awarded $75,000 grant to Cowan Museum of History and Science for 2023-2024

Economic Development Commission Board

The Duplin County Economic Development Commission unanimously accepted a $12 million state legislative allocation for Airpark Improvement Projects. The board reviewed construction updates for the Airpark, noting delays due to rain and approving a change order for excavation work. Discussions on naming new Airpark roads were tabled until March, and a joint strategic planning session with the County Commissioners was scheduled for February 20.

• Approved consent agenda with corrections (unanimous)
• Accepted $12 million state allocation for Airpark projects (unanimous)
• Approved EDC Director and Assistant County Attorney to finalize NC Forest Service lease
• Tabled discussion on Airpark street names until March meeting
• Adjourned open session (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review the Fiscal Year 2023 audit and conduct a public hearing regarding the E-911 Addressing Project. The body is also considering several land use applications and the acceptance of agricultural trust funds.

• Public hearing for E-911 Addressing Project
• Presentation of Fiscal Year 2023 audit by RH CPA’s
• Lease agreement with State Employees’ Credit Union for ATM at 112 W Hill Street, Kenansville
• Land use applications for parcels #12-1130, #12-494-1, and Buck Island Farms LLC parcels
• Acceptance of Senior Center General Purpose Funds FY 23-24 in the amount of $56.00

The Duplin County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved four grant contracts from the NC Agricultural Development and Farmland Preservation Trust Fund for local farm projects. The board also adopted a new drug and alcohol testing policy for county public transportation employees and approved a $617,222 budget ordinance for the 2022 CDBG Neighborhood Revitalization Program. A request to name a lane in Rose Hill was tabled pending further review by the County Planner.

• Approved $65,000 grant for Anthony Clay Butts Farm project (unanimous)
• Approved $137,900 grant for Mitchell and Marlene Paige project (unanimous)
• Approved $293,681 grant for Murray Agriculture LLC East project (unanimous)
• Approved $330,292.50 grant for Murray Agriculture LLC West project (unanimous)
• Adopted revised Public Transportation Drug and Alcohol Policy (unanimous)
• Adopted 2022 CDBG Neighborhood Revitalization Program Resolution and $617,222 budget (unanimous)
• Approved lease agreement with State Employees' Credit Union for ATM at 112 W Hill Street (unanimous)
• Tabled request to name Miller Lane at 143 Dogwood Lane in Rose Hill (unanimous)