Elizabeth City, North Carolina
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Municipal budget
Total revenue$0 (FY2023)
Total spending$122K (FY2023)
Taxes$0 (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$2.2M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$7 (FY2023)
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
2025185 housing units ($28.5M)
Recent meetings
Tue May 26, 2026
City Council
Council weighs raising residential stormwater fee from $3 to $5 per month
The City Council work session added two items to the regular agenda: a Halstead Corridor contract agreement and a budget amendment for the Water Department decant tank cleanout. Council members heard a Raftelis presentation outlining a $17.8 million combined system revenue bond for wells, an electric substation and a distribution line, with an estimated 5% interest and about $1 million annual debt service. A public hearing was held on a proposed stormwater fee increase that would raise residential charges from $3 to $5 per month, generating roughly $900,000 for FY 2027. The Council will decide whether to adopt the fee increase and the financing resolutions.
- Consideration – Halstead Corridor Contract Agreement (added to agenda)
- Consideration – Budget Amendment for Water Department Decant Tank Cleanout (added to agenda)
- Raftelis presentation: $17.8 million bond for 8‑9 wells ($7.3 M), electric substation, and Halstead Distribution Line ($1.6 M)
- Public hearing on stormwater fee increase: residential $3 → $5 per month, projected $900,000 revenue FY 2027
- Council to consider preliminary resolution (July) and bond order (end of August) for the financing plan
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City Council Work Session
May 26, 2026
The City Council of the City of Elizabeth City met in Work Session on Tuesday, May 26, 2026
in Council Chambers, located on the 2 nd floor of the Municipal Administration Building, 306 E.
Colonial Avenue, Elizabeth City, NC.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Kirk Rivers
Councilwoman Rose Cartwright
Councilman Kem Spence
Councilwoman Katherine Felton
Councilman Ronnie Morris
MEMBERS ABSENT: Mayor Pro Tem Johnson Biggs
Councilman Javis Gibbs
Councilman Tim Jackson
OTHERS PRESENT: City Manager Reginald Goodson
City Attorney Bill Morgan
Chief of Staff Monica Cole
Electric Superintendent Donnell White
Public Utilities Director Dwan Bell (via Zoom)
Chief of Police Eddie Graham
Fire Chief Chris Carver
HR Director Aresta Johnson
Interim Finance Director Brian Lewis
Development Services Director Carl Best
Parks and Recreation Director Stacy Williams
ECDI Director Debbie Malenfant
IT Systems Analyst Pedro Holley II
City Clerk April Onley
Mayor Rivers called the City Council’s Work Session to order at 5:32 p.m. Councilman Spence
provided the invocation, after which the City Clerk led the Pledge of Allegiance.
1. Agenda Adjustments and Approval:
Mayor Rivers directed the Council’s attention to the prepared agenda. He asked that
Consideration – Approve End -of-Year Budget Amendments be removed from the Finance
Committee. Two items would be added to the Regular Agenda: Consideration – Halstead
Corridor Contract Agree
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Tue May 26, 2026
Meeting
Elizabeth City proposes multi-year utility rate increases
The city is discussing a feasibility study update to ensure utility rates support capital needs and debt service. The proposal includes annual rate increases for water, sewer, and electric services through FY 2031.
- Proposed annual water rate increases of 5.25% through FY 2031
- Proposed annual sewer rate increases of 3.00% through FY 2031
- Proposed electric rate increases: 4.90% (FY 2027), 6.00% (FY 2028), 5.75% (FY 2029), and 5.75% (FY 2030)
- Projected total residential bill increase from $197.50 in FY 2026 to $244.03 in FY 2031
- Proposed FY 2027 residential water base charge of $26.42 and sewer base charge of $23.80
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City of Elizabeth City
Feasibility Study Update
May 26, 2026
Agenda
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1. Study Recap
2. Consolidated Forecast
3. Customer Impacts
Overview of Feasibility Study
• Financial Plan Update
› Developed consolidated cash flow forecasts for each utility, building on
prior rate studies by NCRWA (Water & Sewer) and UFS (Electric)
› Evaluated sufficiency of existing and proposed rates to meet current
capital needs
• Feasibility Analysis
› Demonstrate proposed rate adjustments support adequate financial
position to support debt for new capital plans
› Ensure projected rates meet compliance with rate and bond covenants
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Consolidated Financial
Forecast
Proposed Rate Increases – Updated
• Proposed rate adjustments (effective July 1 of each fiscal year) -
informed by prior studies recommendations
› UFS recommendations incorporated directly into the forecast
› NCRWA recommends significant first year increases
‒ Raftelis spread those adjustments across the forecast period to soften the impact on
customers
• Rate levels set to achieve financial sufficiency, annual cash reserve
and debt service coverage requirements
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Water 5.25% 5.25% 5.25% 5.25% 5.25%
Sewer 3.00% 3.00% 3.00% 3.00% 3.00%
Electric 5.50% 5.50% 5.50% 5.50% 0.00%
FY 2028Proposed Rate
Increases FY 2027 FY 2029 FY 2030 FY 2031
Proposed Revenues
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FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 FY 2031
Forecast Forecast Forecast Forecast Forecast Forecast
User Charge Revenues
Water User Charges $6,987,300 $7,588,500 $8,178,900 $8,
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Mon May 11, 2026
City Council
Council to consider stormwater fee increase to fund drainage crew
The Elizabeth City Council approved agenda adjustments and several proclamations, including Nurses Week and Public Works Week. The council then moved the stormwater fee item forward and heard a presentation on current costs and proposed rate changes. Council members discussed calling a public hearing to consider adopting the new stormwater fees that would raise about $390,000 annually to support a three‑person drainage crew and related equipment.
- Proclamations recognizing Nurses Week, Public Works Week, Kappa Alpha Psi alumni, and a VFW flag presentation
- Presentation by Stormwater Practice Assistant Director Katie Cromwell on current $64,000 annual staff costs and proposed fees: $60 per single‑family lot and $870 per acre for higher‑density projects
- Proposed stormwater fee increase projected to generate $390,000 in additional revenue for a drainage crew, equipment, and capital costs
- Council motion to call for a public hearing on the stormwater fee changes
- Agenda adjustments moving the stormwater fee item ahead of other agenda items
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City Council Regular Session
May 11, 2026
The City Council of the City of Elizabeth City met in Regular Session on Monday, May 11, 2026
in Council Chambers, located on the 2 nd floor of the Municipal Administration Building, 306 E.
Colonial Avenue, Elizabeth City, NC.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Kirk Rivers
Mayor Pro Tem Johnson Biggs
Councilman Javis Gibbs
Councilwoman Rose Cartwright
Councilman Joseph Peel
Councilman Kem Spence (Arrived at 7:10 p.m.)
Councilwoman Katherine Felton
Councilman Ronnie Morris
Councilman Tim Jackson
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
OTHERS PRESENT: City Manager Reginald Goodson
Chief of Staff Monica Cole
City Attorney Bill Morgan
Electric Superintendent Donnell White
Chief of Police Eddie Graham
Fire Chief Chris Carver
HR Director Aresta Johnson
Interim Finance Director Brian Lewis
Development Services Director Carl Best
Planner II Dylan Lloyd
Parks and Recreation Director Stacy Williams
Grants Administrator Jon Hawley
IT Director Matthew Simpson
ECDI Director Debbie Malenfant
IT Systems Analyst Pedro Holley II
City Clerk April Onley
Mayor Rivers called the City Council’s Regular Session to order at 7:00 p.m. Reverend Parker
of Mount Lebanon AME Zion provided the invocation, after which Councilman Jackson led the
Pledge of Allegiance.
1. Agenda Adjustments and Approval:
Mayor Rivers directed the Council’s attention to the prepared agenda. He requested the
addition of two items under Proclamations / Recognitions: M
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Mon Apr 27, 2026
City Council
City Council reviews utility rate increases and debt financing
The City Council held a work session to review a utility rate study by Raftelis. The firm proposed average increases of 3.5% for water and sewer and 2% for electric over five years, citing capital needs and operating costs. The Council discussed the proposed debt service coverage and the impact of upcoming rate increases on the Enterprise Fund.
- Raftelis recommends 3.5% water/sewer and 2% electric rate increases
- Proposed $19M, $19.6M, and $61.5M revenue bonds for FY 2027, 2029, and 2031
- Discussion on funding capital projects like well replacements and substation upgrades
- Council questions if proposed 4.90% electric increase accounts for previous rate hikes
- Staff to verify if 3.5% rate increase absorbed last year is included in projections
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City Council Work Session
April 27, 2026
The City Council of the City of Elizabeth City met in Work Session on Monday, April 27, 2026
in Council Chambers, located on the 2 nd floor of the Municipal Administration Building, 306 E.
Colonial Avenue, Elizabeth City, NC.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Kirk Rivers
Mayor Pro Tem Johnson Biggs
Councilwoman Rose Cartwright (Arrived at 5:34 p.m.)
Councilman Kem Spence
Councilwoman Katherine Felton
Councilman Ronnie Morris
Councilman Tim Jackson
MEMBERS ABSENT: Councilman Javis Gibbs
Councilman Joseph Peel
OTHERS PRESENT: City Manager Reginald Goodson
City Attorney Bill Morgan
Chief of Staff Monica Cole
Electric Superintendent Donnell White
Chief of Police Eddie Graham
Fire Chief Chris Carver
HR Director Aresta Johnson
Interim Finance Director Brian Lewis
Development Services Director Carl Best
Parks and Recreation Director Stacy Williams
Grants Administrator Jon Hawley
ECDI Director Debbie Malenfant
IT Systems Analyst Pedro Holley II
City Clerk April Onley
Mayor Rivers called the City Council ’s Work Session to order at 5:30 p.m. Mayor Rivers
provided the invocation, after which Parks & Recreation Director Stacy Williams led the Pledge
of Allegiance.
1. Agenda Adjustments and Approval:
Mayor Rivers directed the Council’s attention to the prepared agenda. He requested that the
Closed Session items be removed from the agenda and return at a later date.
Motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Johnson Biggs
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Mon Apr 20, 2026
City Council
Elizabeth City Council holds FY 2025-2026 General Fund budget work session
The City Council discussed the $33,179,758 General Fund budget, focusing on departmental allocations and staffing. Members debated funding for community projects and the creation of a new Public Information Officer position.
- Proposed $100,000 for Community Improvement Projects (formerly Legislative Community Outreach)
- Proposed $846,124 Administration budget, including $119,741 for a new PIO position (salary and benefits)
- Proposed $426,716 for Code Enforcement, including $100,000 for demolition
- Proposed $904,176.91 for Public Buildings, including $405,000 for Midgett Building and parking lot capital work
- Proposed $210,000 for County tax collection services
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City Council Budget Work Session
April 20, 2026
The City Council of the City of Elizabeth City met in Budget Work Session on Monday,
April 20, 2026 in Council Chambers, located on the 2 nd floor of the Municipal
Administration Building, 306 E. Colonial Avenue, Elizabeth City, NC.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Kirk Rivers
Mayor Pro Tem Johnson Biggs
Councilman Javis Gibbs
Councilwoman Rose Cartwright
Councilman Kem Spence
Councilwoman Katherine Felton
Councilman Ronnie Morris
Councilman Tim Jackson
MEMBERS ABSENT: Councilman Joseph Peel
OTHERS PRESENT: City Manager Reginald Goodson
Chief of Staff Monica Cole
Interim Finance Director Brian Lewis
Chief of Police Eddie Graham
Electric Superintendent Donnell White
Chief Building Inspector AJ Lawrence
Human Resources Director Aresta Johnson
Interim Parks and Recreation Director Stacy Williams
Fire Chief Chris Carver
Assistant Fire Chief Thomas Brooks
ECDI Director Debbie Malenfant
IT Systems Analyst Pedro Holley II
City Clerk April Onley
Mayor Pro Tem Spence called the Budget Work Session to order at 5:07 p.m. Police Chief
Eddie Graham provided the invocation, after which Interim Finance Director Brian Lewis
led the Pledge of Allegiance.
1. Presentation / Discussion – General Fund FY 2025-2026:
Mayor Rivers reminded the Council that if any member had a question during the
presentation, they were welcome to ask; they would not need to be formally recognized.
Manager Goodson stated that the
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Mon Apr 13, 2026
City Council
Elizabeth City Council amends flood ordinance to comply with state law
The City Council adopted Ordinance #2026-04-01 to update the city's flood code following a request from NC Emergency Management. The changes specifically revise requirements for accessory structures in flood zones to align with state and Department of Safety directives.
- Adoption of Ordinance #2026-04-01 amending Chapter 154: Floods
- Revised accessory structure size limit from 600 to 150 square feet for certain flood zone certifications
- Execution of engagement letter for Nunn, Brashear and Uzzell added to consent agenda
- Life-Saving Award presented to ECPD officer Craigdric Singletary
- Proclamation for GFWC-NC Elizabeth City Women’s Club and Lineworker Appreciation Days
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City Council Regular Session
April 13, 2026
The City Council of the City of Elizabeth City met in Regular Session on Monday, April 13, 2026
in Council Chambers, located on the 2 nd floor of the Municipal Administration Building, 306 E.
Colonial Avenue, Elizabeth City, NC.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Kirk Rivers
Mayor Pro Tem Johnson Biggs
Councilman Javis Gibbs
Councilman Kem Spence
Councilwoman Katherine Felton
Councilman Ronnie Morris
Councilman Tim Jackson
MEMBERS ABSENT: Councilwoman Rose Cartwright
Councilman Joseph Peel
OTHERS PRESENT: City Manager Reginald Goodson
Chief of Staff Monica Cole
City Attorney Bill Morgan
Electric Superintendent Donnell White
Chief of Police Eddie Graham
Assistant Fire Chief Thomas Brooks
Interim Finance Director Brian Lewis
Development Services Director Carl Best
Planner II Dylan Lloyd
Parks and Recreation Director Stacy Williams
Grants Administrator Jon Hawley
IT Director Matthew Simpson
ECDI Director Debbie Malenfant
IT Systems Analyst Pedro Holley II
City Clerk April Onley
Mayor Rivers called the City Council’s Regular Session to order at 7:00 p.m. Councilman
Spence provided the invocation, after which Chief Graham led the Pledge of Allegiance.
1. Agenda Adjustments and Approval:
Mayor Rivers directed the Council’s attention to the prepared agenda. He asked that
Consideration – Execution of Engagement Letter for Nunn, Brashear and Uzzell be added to
the Consent Agenda, and that the Closed Sessio
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Mon Apr 6, 2026
Meeting
City Council reviews 2026 budget and fund projections
The council will hear the manager’s presentation of the 2026 budget, discuss the General Fund and Enterprise Fund, and address additional questions. A public hearing to adopt the final budget is scheduled for June 22, 2026.
- Manager’s Budget Presentation – April 6, 2026
- General Fund Discussion – April 6, 2026
- Enterprise Fund Discussion – April 6, 2026
- Public Hearing / Adopt Final Budget – June 22, 2026
- General Fund Budget amount: $33,179,758
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•Call Meeting to Order
•Invocation
•Pledge of Allegiance
•Agenda Approval
Meeting
Date
Action
April 6, 2026 Manager’s Budget
Presentation
April 27, 2026 General Fund Discussion
May 18, 2026 Enterprise Fund Discussion
May 26, 2025 Wrap-up Discussion
Meeting
Date
Action
June 8, 2026 Additonal Questions/Discussion
June 22, 2026 Hold a Public Hearing / Adopt Final
Budget
2022 2023 2024 2025 2026
Property Tax Revenues
Local Option Sales Tax
2,929,161.42
3,114,991.75 4,348,897.97
5,472,905.52
5,527,900.00
-
1,000,000.00
2,000,000.00
3,000,000.00
4,000,000.00
5,000,000.00
6,000,000.00
2022 2023 2024 2025 2026
(PROJECTED)
Local Option Sales Tax
July - December
Current Year's Property
Taxes
34%
Delinquent Property Taxes
1%
Sales Taxes
5%Powell Bill
Funds
2%
Local Option Sales Tax
17%
Investment
Earnings…
Licenses and Permits
4%
Sales and Services
10%
Payment from Electric and
Water & Sewer Services
6%
Other Revenues
7%
Fund Balance
Appropriated
12%
2026 GENERAL FUND REVENUES
6,686,238 7,811,598
13,297,137
19,367,906
23,161,894
-2.251% 16.831% 70.220% 45.654% 20.453%
2021 2022 2023 2024 2025
FUND BALANCE
Fund Balance Available As
A % Of Expenditures
FYE 2023 43.91%
FYE 2024 69.79%
FYE 2025 71.25%
LGC Minimum is 25% and average of similar units is
46%.
GENERAL FUND
BUDGET
General Fund Budget
$33,179,758
GENERAL FUND EXPENDITURES BY
YEAR
ACTUAL
FY 2023
ACTUAL
FY 2024
ACTUAL
FY 2025
CURRENT
APPROVED
FY 2026
RECOMMENDED
FY 2027
22,309,329 22,945,728 27,33
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Mon Mar 23, 2026
City Council
Council moves to reallocate grant funds for raw water reservoir replacement
In a work session, the Finance Committee approved several financial actions, including repayment of a $580,000 loan from the Electric Fund to the Water & Sewer Fund and adoption of an investment policy with minor revisions. The committee also authorized staff to apply for the National Coastal Resilience Fund for the Dawson Street site and voted to reappropriate $2.1 million for sedimentation basin repair and $1.5 million for pump station work toward the Raw Water Reservoir Replacement project. Additional items approved were amendments to the Parks & Recreation Interlocal Agreement and the fire‑protection services contract with Pasquotank County.
- Repayment of $580,000 loan from Electric Fund to Water & Sewer Fund
- Adoption of City investment policy with recommended modifications
- Authorization to apply to National Coastal Resilience Fund for Dawson Street
- Reallocation of $2.1 million (sedimentation basin) and $1.5 million (pump stations) to Raw Water Reservoir Replacement (bid $6.6 million)
- Approval of 6th amendment to Parks & Recreation Interlocal Agreement
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City Council Work Session
March 23, 2026
The City Council of the City of Elizabeth City met in Work Session on Monday, March 23, 2026
in Council Chambers, located on the 2 nd floor of the Municipal Administration Building, 306 E.
Colonial Avenue, Elizabeth City, NC.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Kirk Rivers
Mayor Pro Tem Johnson Biggs
Councilman Joseph Peel
Councilman Javis Gibbs
Councilwoman Rose Cartwright
Councilwoman Katherine Felton
Councilman Ronnie Morris
Councilman Tim Jackson
MEMBERS ABSENT: Councilman Kem Spence
OTHERS PRESENT: City Manager Reginald Goodson
City Attorney Bill Morgan
Chief of Staff Monica Cole
Electric Superintendent Donnell White
Chief of Police Eddie Graham
Public Utilities Director Dwan Bell
Fire Chief Chris Carver
HR Liability Analyst and Payroll Coordinator Kenya Wilson-Turner
Interim Finance Director Brian Lewis
Development Services Director Carl Best
Planner II Dylan Lloyd
Parks and Recreation Director Stacy Williams
Grants Administrator Jon Hawley
IT Director Matthew Simpson
ECDI Director Debbie Malenfant
IT Systems Analyst Pedro Holley II
City Clerk April Onley
Mayor Rivers called the City Council ’s Work Session to order at 5:31 p.m. Councilwoman
Cartwright provided the invocation, after which Development Services Director Best led the
Pledge of Allegiance.
1. Agenda Adjustments and Approval:
Mayor Rivers asked the Council’s pleasure on the prepared agenda. He asked that they include
Parks and Recr
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Mon Mar 9, 2026
City Council
Council tables Tanglewood Crossing annexation until April 13
The Elizabeth City Council approved agenda changes, removing two consent items and a public hearing item for later work sessions. Council members added a closed personnel session and a discussion on Cedar Street parking. In a public hearing, the council voted to table the annexation of Tanglewood Crossing until the April 13 regular session. A separate public hearing on rezoning (RZ 05-25) was also held.
- Removed consent agenda items: Approve Investment Policy and Approve Repayment of Loan from Electric Fund to Water/Sewer Fund (to be considered March 23 work session)
- Removed Regular Agenda item: Call for Public Hearing – SUB 02-25 Sanctuary @ Tooley Harbor
- Added Closed Session for Personnel matters per NCGS 143-318.11(a)(6)
- Public Hearing – Annexation Tanglewood Crossing: motion to table discussion until April 13, 2026
- Public Hearing – RZ 05-25 (Companion Item to A) on rezoning considerations
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City Council Regular Session
March 9, 2026
The City Council of the City of Elizabeth City met in Regular Session on Monday, March 9,
2026 in Council Chambers, located on the 2 nd floor of the Municipal Administration Building,
306 E. Colonial Avenue, Elizabeth City, NC.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Kirk Rivers
Mayor Pro Tem Johnson Biggs
Councilman Joseph Peel
Councilwoman Rose Cartwright
Councilman Javis Gibbs
Councilman Kem Spence
Councilwoman Katherine Felton
Councilman Ronnie Morris
Councilman Tim Jackson
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
OTHERS PRESENT: Chief of Staff Monica Cole
City Attorney Bill Morgan
Electric Superintendent Donnell White
Chief of Police Eddie Graham
Public Utilities Director Dwan Bell
Fire Chief Chris Carver
Interim Finance Director Brian Lewis
Development Services Director Carl Best
Planner II Dylan Lloyd
Parks and Recreation Director Stacy Williams
Grants Administrator Jon Hawley
IT Director Matthew Simpson
ECDI Director Debbie Malenfant
IT Systems Analyst Pedro Holley II
City Clerk April Onley
Mayor Rivers called the City Council’s Regular Session to order at 7:00 p.m. Councilman Gibbs
provided the invocation, after which Councilwoman Cartwright led the Pledge of Allegiance.
1. Agenda Adjustments and Approval:
Mayor Rivers directed the Council’s attention to the prepared agenda. He asked that two items
on the Consent Agenda be removed for consideration during the March 23, 2026 Work
Session: Consideration – Approve
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Mon Feb 23, 2026
City Council
Council reviews $12 M electric substation and other growth‑related costs
The City Council discussed the financial impact of projected growth, including large capital projects such as a $12 million electric substation, $8 million for water wells, and related bond payments. They also considered creating a Public Information Officer position with a salary range of $79,000 to $119,000. No formal decisions were recorded; the items were presented for information and future budgeting.
- Load Management Program presentation – potential savings of $1.75 M to $5 M annually
- Projected need for $12 M electric substation and lines, with $700,000 annual bond payment (~$5 per customer)
- Estimated $8 M required for new water wells, with a proposed $47/month water rate
- Creation of a Public Information Officer position, salary $79k‑$119k, benefits ~20%
- Proposed $1.5 M borrowing for trash services, raising the fee from $24 to $28
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City Council Work Session
February 23, 2026
The City Council of the City of Elizabeth City met in Work Session on Monday, February 23,
2026 in Council Chambers, located on the 2 nd floor of the Municipal Administration Building,
306 E. Colonial Avenue, Elizabeth City, NC.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Kirk Rivers
Mayor Pro Tem Johnson Biggs
Councilman Joseph Peel
Councilman Javis Gibbs
Councilman Kem Spence
Councilwoman Katherine Felton
Councilman Ronnie Morris
MEMBERS ABSENT: Councilwoman Rose Cartwright
Councilman Tim Jackson
OTHERS PRESENT: City Manager Reginald Goodson
City Attorney Bill Morgan
Chief of Staff Monica Cole
Electric Superintendent Donnell White
Interim Chief of Police Eddie Graham
Public Utilities Director Dwan Bell
Fire Chief Chris Carver
HR Director Aresta Johnson
Interim Finance Director Brian Lewis
Development Services Director Carl Best
Planner II Dylan Lloyd
Parks and Recreation Director Stacy Williams
Grants Administrator Jon Hawley
IT Director Matthew Simpson
ECDI Director Debbie Malenfant
IT Systems Analyst Pedro Holley II
City Clerk April Onley
Mayor Rivers called the City Council’s Work Session to order at 5:30 p.m. Councilman Gibbs
provided the invocation, after which Councilman Peel led the Pledge of Allegiance.
1. Agenda Adjustments and Approval:
Mayor Rivers asked the Council’s pleasure on the prepared agenda. Councilman Peel added
Discussion – Impact of Growth on the City and requested that it become
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Mon Feb 9, 2026
City Council
Council votes to rezone PilotRock development parcel to PUD-PDR
The Elizabeth City Council approved Ordinance #2026-02-01 to rezone Parcel 8903 269325 and a 71.1‑acre portion of Parcel 8903158669 from R‑8 to PUD‑PDR. The meeting also included agenda adjustments, a public hearing on the RZ 03‑25 PilotRock project, and discussion of third‑party stormwater and engineering consultants. Public comments were heard from residents and stakeholders regarding affordable housing and infrastructure concerns.
- Adopt Ordinance #2026-02-01 rezoning Parcel 8903 269325 and 71.1‑acre portion of Parcel 8903158669 from R‑8 to PUD‑PDR (RZ 03‑25)
- Add two items to the Consent Agenda: FY2026 Bicycle Helmet Application and FPIC List for LGC
- Closed Session request for personnel matters per NCGS 143‑318.11(a)(6)
- Public hearing on RZ 03‑25 PilotRock development with community comments
- Discussion of follow‑up on third‑party stormwater and engineering consultants
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City Council Regular Session
February 9, 2026
The City Council of the City of Elizabeth City met in Regular Session on Monday, February 9,
2026 in Council Chambers, located on the 2 nd floor of the Municipal Administration Building,
306 E. Colonial Avenue, Elizabeth City, NC.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Kirk Rivers
Mayor Pro Tem Johnson Biggs
Councilman Joseph Peel
Councilwoman Rose Cartwright
Councilman Javis Gibbs
Councilman Kem Spence
Councilwoman Katherine Felton
Councilman Ronnie Morris
Councilman Tim Jackson
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
OTHERS PRESENT: City Manager Reginald Goodson
City Attorney Bill Morgan
Chief of Staff Monica Cole
Electric Superintendent Donnell White
Interim Chief of Police Eddie Graham
Public Utilities Director Dwan Bell
Fire Chief Chris Carver
HR Director Aresta Johnson
Interim Finance Director Brian Lewis
Development Services Director Carl Best
Planner II Dylan Lloyd
Parks and Recreation Director Stacy Williams
Grants Administrator Jon Hawley
IT Director Matthew Simpson
ECDI Director Debbie Malenfant
IT Systems Analyst Pedro Holley II
City Clerk April Onley
Mayor Rivers called the City Council’s Regular Session to order at 7:00 p.m. Councilman Gibbs
provided the invocation, after which Councilman Morris led the Pledge of Allegiance.
1. Agenda Adjustments and Approval:
Mayor Rivers directed the Council’s attention to the prepared agenda. He asked that two items
be added to the Consent Agenda : Consideration –
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Mon Jan 26, 2026
City Council
Council accepted FY 2025 audit and awarded retiring officer his badge
The City Council approved the agenda, adopted Resolution #2026-01-01 to award retiring Officer Adrian Bowen his badge and service sidearm, and formally accepted the FY 2025 audit results. The audit showed total assets of about $27 million, cash/restricted cash of about $22 million, and a net worth of roughly $23 million. Council members also heard a presentation on a substation equipment award bid that was opened on December 18. No other motions were reported.
- Adopted Resolution #2026-01-01 awarding badge and sidearm to Officer Adrian Bowen
- Accepted the FY 2025 audit, which received an unmodified opinion
- Audit disclosed total assets ~ $27 M, cash/restricted cash ~ $22 M, net worth ~ $23 M
- Presentation of substation equipment award bid; bids received and opened Dec 18
- Discussion of a cash‑management policy request for the City
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City Council Work Session
January 26, 2026
The City Council of the City of Elizabeth City met in Work Session on Monday, January 26,
2026 in Council Chambers, located on the 2 nd floor of the Municipal Administration Building,
306 E. Colonial Avenue, Elizabeth City, NC.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Kirk Rivers
Mayor Pro Tem Johnson Biggs
Councilman Joseph Peel
Councilman Kem Spence
Councilwoman Katherine Felton
Councilman Ronnie Morris
MEMBERS ABSENT: Councilman Javis Gibbs
Councilwoman Rose Cartwright
Councilman Tim Jackson
OTHERS PRESENT: City Manager Reginald Goodson
City Attorney Bill Morgan
Chief of Staff Monica Cole
Electric Superintendent Donnell White
Interim Chief of Police Eddie Graham
Public Utilities Director Dwan Bell
Fire Chief Chris Carver
HR Director Aresta Johnson
Interim Finance Director Brian Lewis
Development Services Director Carl Best
Planner II Dylan Lloyd
Parks and Recreation Director Stacy Williams
Grants Administrator Jon Hawley
IT Director Matthew Simpson
ECDI Director Debbie Malenfant
IT Systems Analyst Pedro Holley II
City Clerk April Onley
Mayor Rivers calle d the City Council ’s Work Session to order at 5:31 p.m. Mayor Rivers
provided the invocation, after which Attorney Morgan led the Pledge of Allegiance.
1. Agenda Adjustments and Approval:
Mayor Rivers asked the Council’s pleasure on the prepared agenda.
Motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Johnson Biggs , se conded by
Councilwoman Katherine Felton to a
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Mon Jan 12, 2026
City Council
Elizabeth City Council approves $125,000 Pasquotank Blueways Feasibility Study
The City Council adopted an ordinance for the Pasquotank Blueways Feasibility Study and appointed two members to the Planning Commission. The Council also discussed the potential use of city facilities as overnight cold-weather shelters.
- Adoption of Ordinance #2026-01-01 for the $125,000 Pasquotank Blueways Feasibility Study
- Appointment of Barbara Baxter and Boyd McDonald to three-year terms on the Planning Commission
- Proclamation declaring January 13th as NEAAAT Day in Elizabeth City
- Public comment regarding a 2.5% fee at the Customer Service kiosk machine
- Discussion on extending warming shelter hours overnight at city facilities
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City Council Regular Session
January 12, 2026
The City Council of the City of Elizabeth City met in Regular Session on Monday, January 12,
2026 in Council Chambers, located on the 2 nd floor of the Municipal Administration Building,
306 E. Colonial Avenue, Elizabeth City, NC.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Kirk Rivers
Mayor Pro Tem Johnson Biggs
Councilman Joseph Peel
Councilwoman Rose Cartwright
Councilman Javis Gibbs
Councilman Kem Spence
Councilwoman Katherine Felton
Councilman Ronnie Morris
Councilman Tim Jackson
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
OTHERS PRESENT: City Manager Reginald Goodson
Chief of Staff Monica Cole
Electric Superintendent Donnell White
Interim Chief of Police Eddie Graham
Public Utilities Director Dwan Bell
Fire Chief Chris Carver
HR Director Aresta Johnson
Interim Finance Director Brian Lewis
Development Services Director Carl Best
Planner II Dylan Lloyd
Parks and Recreation Director Stacy Williams
Grants Administrator Jon Hawley
IT Director Matthew Simpson
ECDI Director Debbie Malenfant
IT Systems Analyst Pedro Holley II
City Clerk April Onley
Mayor Rivers called the City Council ’s Regular Session to order at 7:00 p.m. Mayor Rivers
provided the invocation, after which Mayor Pro Tem Biggs led the Pledge of Allegiance.
1. Agenda Adjustments and Approval:
Mayor Rivers directed the Council’s attention to the prepared agenda. He asked that Item F on
the Regular Agenda – Discussion – Televising 5:30 p.m. Meetings be removed. M
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