Whiteville public meetings in 2025
27 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council Special Meeting
The Whiteville City Council is holding a special meeting, convening in closed session to discuss the application review process for the position of City Manager. No other business or decisions are scheduled on this agenda.
- Closed session under NCGS 143.318.11(a)(6) for personnel discussion on city manager applications
Regular Meeting of the City Council
The Whiteville City Council will canvass and certify the November 2025 municipal election results, administer oaths to newly elected members, and elect a Mayor Pro Tem and a Cape Fear Council of Governments representative. Business items include a resolution honoring Helen Holden, presentation of the FY 2024-2025 financial audit, consideration of a 2026 calendar year stipend/reimbursement for health insurance for pre- and post-65 retirees, and appointment of an interim city manager.
- Canvass and certification of the 2025 municipal election results
- Oath of office for newly elected council members
- Election of Mayor Pro Tem and Cape Fear COG representative
- Appointment of an interim city manager
- Consideration of 2026 retiree health insurance stipend/reimbursement
Regular Meeting of the City Council
The Whiteville City Council will consider several infrastructure contracts, including engineering for Lift Station 1 replacement and water line replacement on Lee and Franklin Streets. The council will also discuss amending the parking schedule on West Columbus and a stoplight at Commerce and Madison. A proposal from the Ransom and Holt Families is on the agenda. The meeting begins with approval of October 28 minutes, public comment, and a special presentation.
- Proposal from Ransom and Holt Families
- Consideration of engineering contract for Lift Station 1 Replacement
- Consideration of water line replacement on Lee and Franklin Streets
- Consideration of amending parking schedule on West Columbus from Madison Street to Lee Street
- Discussion on stoplight at intersection of Commerce Street and Madison Street
Regular Meeting of the City Council
The Whiteville City Council will discuss several items including a potential speed limit change on Madison Street, acceptance of a federal police hiring grant, a budget amendment for fire equipment, and a classification plan amendment. A police promotion presentation is also scheduled. Public comment will be heard.
- Consider resolution to reduce speed limit on Madison Street
- Consider acceptance of 2025 COPS Hiring Grant award
- Consider budget amendment #1 for FYE2024 AFG Grant (SCBA equipment)
- Consider 3rd amendment to FYE26 Allocated Position/Classification Plan
- Police Department promotion presentation
Regular Meeting of the City Council
The Whiteville City Council will decide on accepting an Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) award. They will also discuss reducing the speed limit on Madison Street and a no-parking request on a section of Franklin Street. The meeting includes a closed session for attorney consultation.
- Consideration of acceptance of Assistance to Firefighters Grant (EMW-2024-FG-01714)
- Potential speed limit reduction on Madison Street via resolution
- No-parking request on a section of Franklin Street
- Approval of minutes from September 23, 2025 meeting
- Closed session under NCGS 143.318.11(a)(3) for attorney-client consultation
Regular Meeting of the City Council
The Whiteville City Council will hold a public hearing and then consider adopting a text amendment to Chapter 158 regarding stormwater management (Ordinance 2025-O-101). They will also vote on a resolution endorsing the Columbus County Comprehensive Transportation Plan, approve a second amendment to the city's employee position/classification plan, and discuss canceling council meetings on November 11 and December 23, 2025.
- Public hearing and decision on Ordinance 2025-O-101: text amendment to stormwater management regulations (Chapter 158, §158.014)
- Resolution 2025-R-178: endorsing the Columbus County Comprehensive Transportation Plan
- Consideration of FYE26 Allocated Position/Classification Plan 2nd Amendment
- Discussion on canceling the November 11, 2025 and December 23, 2025 council meetings
- Presentation of Law Enforcement General Certification and Police Department Promotions
Regular Meeting of the City Council
This is a largely procedural meeting with ceremonial items. The council will consider a proclamation for Constitution Week, administer the oath of office to Deputy Chief Andre Jackson, and adopt a resolution recognizing William M. Hinz. Public comment and a manager's update are also scheduled.
- Consideration of Proclamation No. 2025-P-39 for Constitution Week 2025
- Administration of Oath of Office to Deputy Chief Andre Jackson
- Resolution No. 2025-R-177 recognizing William M. Hinz
- Manager's Update for September 9, 2025
Regular Meeting of the City Council
The Whiteville City Council will hold a public hearing and then discuss and decide on Ordinance No. 2025-O-100, a text amendment to §155.111 of the city code that would change parking requirements per land use. The council will also issue a proclamation honoring the Central Columbus Angels 2025 Dixie Softball World Series champions. Routine items include approval of prior meeting minutes, public comment, and receipt of departmental reports for July 2025.
- Public hearing and decision on Ordinance 2025-O-100 amending parking requirements per land use (P&Z#25-08-01)
- Proclamation 2025-P-38 recognizing Central Columbus Angels as 2025 Dixie Softball World Series champions
- Approval of minutes from August 12, 2025 regular and closed sessions
- Manager's update and departmental reports for July 2025 from multiple departments
Regular Meeting of the City Council
The Whiteville City Council will consider approving minutes from July 22, recognize a police employee, modify a police job title, and administer the deputy chief's oath of office. They will also hear the manager's update and hold a closed session to consult with an attorney on attorney-client privilege matters. No ordinances, rezonings, or budget items are on the agenda.
- Whiteville Police Department Employee of the Quarter Recognition
- Whiteville Police Department Job Title Modification
- Deputy Chief Oath of Office
- Closed session under NCGS 143.318.11(a)(3) for attorney consultation
Regular Meeting of the City Council
The City Council will vote on awarding a construction bid for the Whiteville Community Space and appoint a city tax collector. They will also accept a presentation of flags to local softball teams traveling to the World Series and receive departmental reports. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes and public comment.
- Whiteville Community Space bid award (bid details in attached file)
- Appointment of city tax collector
- Presentation of flags to softball teams headed to World Series
- Approval of minutes from July 8, 2025 council meeting
- Manager's update and departmental reports (June 2025)
Regular Meeting of the City Council
The Whiteville City Council will hold a public hearing and then discuss and decide on a special use permit for a digital outdoor advertising sign at 1833 South Madison Street (Townsend Outdoors). The Council will also consider a revision to City Ordinance § 152.10 Fire District. Other items include approval of June 24 minutes, police detective promotions, and the manager's update.
- Public hearing and decision on Special Use Permit P&Z#25-06-01 for a digital outdoor advertising sign at 1833 S. Madison St.
- Revision to City Ordinance § 152.10 Fire District
- Police Department Criminal/Narcotics Detective Promotions
- Whiteville Police Department Employee of the Quarter recognition
- Approval of minutes from June 24, 2025 City Council meeting
Regular Meeting of the City Council
The Whiteville City Council will hold a regular meeting on June 24, 2025, to consider a revised personnel policy via Resolution 2025-R-176, approve a utility easement for 701 South New Bridge, and adopt Budget Amendments #7 and #7A. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, public comment, and departmental reports.
- Resolution 2025-R-176 adopting revised Personnel Policy recommendations
- Utility easement for 701 South New Bridge (map included)
- Budget Amendment #7 and #7A
- Approval of minutes from June 10, 2025 City Council meeting
- Manager's update and departmental reports for May 2025
Regular Meeting of the City Council
The Whiteville City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2025-2026 budget, then consider adopting Ordinance No. 2025-O-99 to approve the budget and accompanying schedule of fees. Other items include a proclamation honoring state champion track athlete Serenity Harvey and approval of prior meeting minutes.
- Public hearing and adoption of FY 2025-2026 budget ordinance (No. 2025-O-99) and fee schedule
- Proclamation No. 2025-P-37 recognizing Serenity Harvey as NC High School Athletic Association Track and Field 2A state champion
- Revised Budget Amendment #5, 5A, and 5B related to the Provalus Building project
- Application to open a First Bank savings account for city funds
Regular Meeting of the City Council
The Whiteville City Council will consider a resolution for NCDOT projects including US 701 sidewalk and crossing improvements and ADA/TAP improvements on state routes. The council will also receive an update on the 2024 FEMA SAFER grant for firefighter staffing and open bids for a community space park. Departmental reports and other routine business are on the agenda.
- Resolution No. 2025-R-175 for NCDOT projects on US 701 sidewalk and crossing improvements and ADA/TAP improvements
- Update and changes to 2024 FEMA SAFER grant for fire and emergency response staffing
- Community space park bid opening (Master Bid Sheet)
- Approval of minutes from May 13, 2025 (budget workshop and council meeting)
- Departmental monthly reports for April 2025
City Council Special Meeting
The Whiteville City Council will convene a special meeting to conduct a budget workshop. The workshop will focus on reviewing the final budget cover page. No specific budget decisions or other actions are listed on the agenda.
- Final Budget Review (cover page) during Budget Workshop
City Council Special Meeting
The Whiteville City Council will hold a special meeting for a budget workshop, receiving presentations from Public Works Director Travis Faulk and Wastewater Treatment Director Nathan Guyton. The presentations cover their respective departmental budgets and five-year plans. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.
- Public Works budget presentation by Director Travis Faulk, including a 5-year plan
- Wastewater Treatment budget presentation by Director Nathan Guyton, including a 5-year plan
- Special meeting convened solely for budget workshop; no regular business
- Meeting to be held in Council Chambers at 317 S. Madison Street
Regular Meeting of the City Council
The Whiteville City Council will discuss several items, including an appointment to the ABC Board, a discussion on Columbus County's recent change to city tax collection, easements for entry on the Lee, Madison, and Franklin roundabout, FY2025 budget amendment proposals #3 through #6, and a contract for the FY2025 financial audit. Decisions may be made on the budget amendments and the audit contract. Other items are for discussion or presentation only.
- Appointment for ABC Board
- Discussion on Columbus County's recent change for collecting City Taxes
- Easements and agreements for entry on the Lee, Madison, and Franklin roundabout
- FY2025 Budget Amendments #3 through #6
- FY2025 Financial Audit Contract
Regular Meeting of the City Council
The Whiteville City Council will hold a regular meeting to adopt the agenda, approve minutes from prior meetings, receive public comment, recognize law enforcement personnel, and discuss West Whiteville community concerns presented by Aaron C. Cutler. Council will also receive a manager's update and monthly departmental reports for March 2025.
- Approval of minutes from the April 8 budget workshop and city council meeting
- Two law enforcement recognition presentations
- Discussion of West Whiteville community concerns (Aaron C. Cutler)
- Manager's update for April 22, 2025
- Monthly departmental reports for March 2025 (economic development, fire, police, etc.)
City Council Special Meeting
The Whiteville City Council is meeting to hear budget presentations from the Planning/Inspections, Police, Fire, and Emergency Services departments for the upcoming fiscal year. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only workshop.
- Planning/Inspections budget presentation by Director Robert Lewis
- Police Department budget presentation by Chief Paul Rockenbach
- Fire Department budget presentation by Chief David Yergeau
- Emergency Services budget presentation by Director Hal Lowder
Regular Meeting of the City Council
The Whiteville City Council will consider approving an engineering contract for the Lee/Franklin Street Sewer Project and receive information from the City Attorney regarding a recently filed lawsuit, including authorization to accept service. Other items include adoption of minutes, public comment, council comments, and the manager's update.
- Consideration of engineering contract for Lee/Franklin Street Sewer Project
- Information from City Attorney regarding recently filed lawsuit and authorization to accept service
- Approval of minutes from March 25, 2025 (Budget Workshop and City Council Meeting)
City Council Special Meeting
The Whiteville City Council holds a special meeting for a budget workshop, receiving budget presentations for the upcoming fiscal year from the Parks and Recreation, Economic Development, and Planning/Inspections departments.
- Parks and Recreation budget presentation by Director Blake Spivey
- Economic Development budget presentation by Director Madison Ward
- Planning/Inspections budget presentation by Director Robert Lewis
Regular Meeting of the City Council
The Whiteville City Council will consider approving a lease agreement with Provalus. It will also vote on a resolution recognizing Douglas Ipock and approve a grant application for the Police Department. Additional items include use of the indoor gym at Whiteville Parks and Recreation (Back 2 Blacktop) and routine departmental reports.
- Public hearing for the intention of approving a lease agreement between the City of Whiteville and Provalus
- Resolution No. 2025‑R‑174 – Recognizing Douglas Ipock
- Whiteville Police Department grant application approval
- Use of indoor gym and concessions at Whiteville Parks and Recreation (Back 2 Blacktop)
- Manager's update for March 25, 2025
Regular Meeting of the City Council
The Whiteville City Council will hold a regular meeting on March 11, 2025. Items for decision include approval of a grant agreement with Golden Leaf, an amendment to the NCLWF Stormwater Park grant contract, approval of a Duke Energy easement, and a building reuse grant agreement for the Provalus project. The council will also receive a presentation on a Police Instructor Training Award and hear public comment.
- Approval of grant agreement between City and Golden Leaf
- Amendment to NCLWF Project No. 2022-FRR61 grant contract for Whiteville Stormwater Park
- Approval of Duke Energy easement on Columbus Street
- Building Reuse Grant Agreement for Provalus Project (with award letter and contract)
- Presentation on Police Instructor Training Award
Regular Meeting of the City Council
The City Council will consider the FYE2026 financial forecast and adopt a budget calendar and departmental capital expenditure plan. The meeting also includes a police badge pinning presentation and routine approvals of minutes and reports.
- FYE2026 Financial Forecast (9.1)
- FYE2026 Budget Calendar and Departmental Capital Expenditure Plan (9.2)
- Police Badge Pinning presentation (8.1)
- Approval of minutes from February 11, 2025 (6.1)
- Monthly departmental reports for January 2025 (11.2)
Regular Meeting of the City Council
The Whiteville City Council will consider awarding bids for water and sewer line extensions to the Columbus County Airport and for engineering design on the Lee and Franklin Street project. Also on the agenda are approval of prior minutes, public comment, a manager’s update, and a closed session to consult with the city attorney.
- Bid award for water/sewer lines extensions to Columbus County Airport (item 8.1)
- Bid award for engineering of Lee and Franklin Street project (item 8.2)
- Closed session to consult with attorney under NCGS 143-318.11(a)(3) (item 11.1)
Regular Meeting of the City Council
The Whiteville City Council will hold a public hearing and then consider a rezoning request for 705 Jefferson Street from Office & Institutional to Highway Serving Business (B-3) by Henry Nadeau. The council will also discuss and decide on the same item. Other business includes appointments to the Park and Recreation Advisory Board, a weapons disposal item, and a response letter to the Local Government Commission audit for fiscal year ending 2024.
- Public hearing on rezoning 705 Jefferson St from O&I to B-3 (P&Z#24-12-01)
- Discussion and decision on rezoning 705 Jefferson St to Highway Serving Business
- Appointments to Park and Recreation Advisory Board (Westyn Hill, Jeff Walker, Bryan Batten, Serena Smith)
- Weapons disposal item for the Whiteville Police Department
- LGC FYE2024 Audit Response Letter approval
Regular Meeting of the City Council
The Whiteville City Council will consider submitting two federal grant applications: one for fire staffing (AFG SAFER) and another for fire prevention and safety (AFG FP/S). They will also discuss a bid award for the Airport Water/Sewer Line Installation project and review a budget amendment for downtown special events. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and public comment.
- Consideration for submittal of FY 2024 AFG SAFER grant application for fire staffing
- Consideration for submittal of FY 2024 AFG FP/S grant application for fire prevention
- Discussion on bid award for Airport Water/Sewer Line Installation
- FYE2025 Budget Amendment #2 – Downtown Special Events Adjustment
- Approval of minutes from December 10 and December 18, 2024 City Council meetings