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Greene County public meetings in 2025

28 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 15, 2025 · 18:00

Board of County Commissioners

Greene County Commissioners to discuss budget amendments and opioid fund expenditures

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to review financial reports and consider budget ordinance amendments. The agenda includes a resolution regarding the expenditure of opioid settlement funds and a fee schedule addition.

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Greene County Commissioners' Meeting Room, Snow Hill
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Consent Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Adjourn
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Mon Dec 1, 2025 · 10:00

Board of County Commissioners

Greene County Board to elect officers and consider tax relief

The Greene County Board of Commissioners will convene to elect a chairman and vice-chairman, approve meeting minutes, and consider late property tax relief applications. The agenda includes reappointments to the Board of Health and the Regional Aging Advisory Committee.

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✓ Decided: Board adopts 2026 meeting schedule, moving second meeting to 5 p.m.

The Board unanimously elected Bennie Heath as Chairman and Jerry Jones as Vice‑Chairman. It approved the 2026 regular meeting schedule by a 4‑to‑1 vote, changing the second monthly meeting to 5 p.m. The Board also unanimously approved the 2026 holiday schedule, reappointed two Board of Health members, and appointed two members to the Regional Aging Advisory Committee.

Greene County Commissioners' Meeting Room, Snow Hill
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2025-322 — Election of Chairman
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
2025-322 — Election of Vice-Chairman
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Consent Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Closed Session
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Adjourn
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Mon Nov 17, 2025 · 18:00

Board of County Commissioners

Board will consider senior services budget amendments for November 2025

The Greene County Board of Commissioners will review and vote on several agenda items. The consent agenda includes approval of the November 3, 2025 regular meeting minutes, consideration of late present use value applications, releases/refunds, and senior services budget amendments for the PEAS III-D Family Caregiver Support Programs. The County Manager will present items related to the American Red Cross Rose & Ronald Bowen Tennis Classic, a contract with Diversified Opportunities, Inc., and a parking improvements partnership with the Town of Snow Hill. Public comments will be accepted and the County Attorney will provide comments.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved parking partnership and community sponsorships

The Greene County Board of Commissioners approved three community support items: a $150 Supporter Level sponsorship of the American Red Cross Rose & Ronald Bowen Tennis Classic, a $1,000 Silver Level donation to Diversified Opportunities, Inc., and a partnership with the Town of Snow Hill for parking improvements near the new splash pad. All three items were approved by unanimous vote. The Board also approved the meeting agenda, consent agenda, entered and exited a closed session, and adjourned the meeting unanimously.

Greene County Commissioners' Meeting Room, Snow Hill
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Consent Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Closed Session
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Adjourn
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Mon Nov 3, 2025 · 10:00

Board of County Commissioners

Board will consider and approve a business investment grant for Judco Manufacturing

The Greene County Board of Commissioners will discuss and vote on a Business Investment Grant Agreement for Judco Manufacturing, Inc. They will also consider a Building Reuse Program Grant for the same project, as well as upgrades to advanced metering infrastructure and chlorine conversion improvements. An ambulance purchase will be reviewed, and a closed session will address economic development and attorney‑client matters.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved $175,000 grant for Judco Manufacturing project

The Greene County Board of Commissioners approved a $175,000 Building Reuse Program grant to support Judco Manufacturing’s renovation of a 50,000‑sq‑ft industrial building, creating 61 full‑time jobs. The Board also approved the Business Investment Grant agreement for Judco, an Advanced Metering Infrastructure budget amendment, the rejection and re‑bidding of a chlorine conversion water project, and the purchase of a new ambulance for $265,000. All actions were approved unanimously.

Greene County Commissioners' Meeting Room, Snow Hill
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Consent Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Closed Session
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Adjourn
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Mon Oct 20, 2025 · 18:00

Board of County Commissioners

Greene County Commissioners to review budget amendment for van insurance

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss a budget amendment for transportation auto insurance for four vans. The agenda also includes a request from the School Board and an informational salary study.

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Greene County Commissioners' Meeting Room, Snow Hill
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Consent Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Public Comments
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Closed Session
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Adjourn
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Mon Oct 6, 2025 · 10:00

Board of County Commissioners

Greene County Board to consider late tax relief and 4-H proclamation

The Greene County Board of Commissioners will convene to approve meeting minutes, consider late property tax relief applications, and issue a proclamation for National 4-H Week. The agenda also includes a public notice regarding a draft transportation plan and a closed session for economic development discussions.

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Greene County Commissioners' Meeting Room, Snow Hill
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Consent Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Closed Session
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Adjourn
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Wed Sep 17, 2025 · 08:30

Transportation

Committee will hear Division II Transportation and Eastern Carolina RPO reports

The Greene County Transportation Committee will receive a Division II Transportation Report and an Eastern Carolina Rural Planning Organization report. A report from Emergency Services and the 911 Center on road signs and related items will also be presented. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and approval of July meeting minutes.

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229 Kingold Blvd, Snow Hill
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Adjournment
8 yea
Harold Thomas yea · Kelly Radford yea · Donald Beaman yea · Dianne Andrews yea · Ray Holloman yea · Trey Cash yea · Brandon Sutton yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Mon Sep 15, 2025 · 18:00

Board of County Commissioners

Board to authorize a building reuse grant application for a local project

The Greene County Board will consider authorizing the submission of a building reuse grant application presented by Trey Cash. The meeting also includes a public hearing on FY27 local share certification for NCDOT grant funding, several consent agenda items such as budget amendment for the Health Department, and updates from the County Manager and County Attorney.

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Greene County Commissioners' Meeting Room, Snow Hill
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
4 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Consent Agenda
4 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Closed Session
4 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Adjourn
4 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Tue Sep 2, 2025 · 10:00

Board of County Commissioners

Greene County Board to consider courthouse project and opioid settlement resolutions

The Greene County Board of Commissioners will review a change order for the courthouse project, approve a GoldenLEAF grant agreement, and consider resolutions regarding opioid manufacturer settlements and a budget amendment for the Department of Social Services. The meeting will also include a closed session for economic development and attorney-client privilege discussions.

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✓ Decided: Board approved participation in Purdue Pharma bankruptcy settlement

The Greene County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved five actions: a revised GoldenLEAF grant increase to $190,850 for due‑diligence work at the Burnette Road Industrial Site; a $25,689 change order for electronics and security upgrades to the county courthouse courtroom; a resolution to join the Purdue Pharma bankruptcy plan and Sackler settlement; a resolution to join secondary opioid manufacturer settlements and adopt SAAF‑3; and a budget amendment to re‑appropriate non‑recurring adoption promotion funds for the DSS. All motions were adopted without dissent.

312 SE Second Street, Snow Hill
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Consent Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Closed Session
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Adjourn
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Mon Aug 18, 2025 · 10:00

Board of County Commissioners

County Manager will appoint a member to the Eastern Carolina Workforce Development Board

The Greene County Board of Commissioners will consider several consent agenda items, including meeting minutes, late property tax relief applications, releases and refunds, and a budget amendment for senior services. Public comments will be heard, and a child support awareness proclamation will be presented. The County Manager will recommend an appointment to the Eastern Carolina Workforce Development Board and review a proposal from S&S Metal Works to install shade covering at the recreation complex.

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✓ Decided: Board appointed Austin Bryce to Eastern Carolina Workforce Development Board

The Greene County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the appointment of Austin Bryce to fill the vacant seat on the Eastern Carolina Workforce Development Board. The Board also unanimously approved the agenda, the consent agenda (including a $174 budget amendment for senior services), and a proclamation designating August 2025 as Child Support Awareness Month. A recommendation was made for the Recreation Advisory Board to select a shade‑covering option for the Recreation Complex.

Greene County Commissioners' Meeting Room, Snow Hill
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
4 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Consent Agenda
4 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Adjourn
4 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Mon Aug 4, 2025 · 10:00

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners hold public hearing on Burnette Road site rezoning

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for several parcels on Burnette Road. The meeting also includes presentations on a single family rehabilitation loan pool and a meter infrastructure upgrade agreement.

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✓ Decided: Board approved rezoning of seven parcels at Burnette Road site

The Board unanimously approved the rezoning of seven parcels at the Burnette Road site. It also approved the Advanced Metering Infrastructure upgrade agreement, a public‑health budget amendment, and a budget amendment for the Economic Development Strategic Plan grant. Additionally, the Board appointed Russ Jones to the public library board, approved a $300 silver sponsorship for the Snow Hill Tennis and Golf Tournament, and changed the regular meeting time to 10 a.m.

Greene County Commissioners' Meeting Room, Snow Hill
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Consent Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Commissioners' Report and Recommendation
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Adjourn
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Mon Jul 21, 2025 · 18:00

Board of County Commissioners

Board to consider multiple budget amendments and accept emergency management grant

The Greene County Board of Commissioners will review and vote on several budget amendments, including funds for veterans services, recreation, emergency management, the sheriff's office, and economic development. They will also accept Tier II grant funds for emergency management and discuss the draft comprehensive transportation plan. Additional items include a property tax relief application and a monthly financial collection report.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approves multiple grant re‑allocations and emergency management grant

The Greene County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the agenda and consent items, including the collection order for fiscal year 2025‑2026. They accepted a Tier II grant for Emergency Management and re‑appropriated grant funds to Veterans Services, Recreation, Emergency Management, the Sheriff’s Office, and Economic Development. The board also selected Chairman Bennie Heath as the voting delegate for the upcoming NCACC conference and adopted a resolution honoring the Annual Browntown Community Day. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

Greene County Commissioners' Meeting Room, Snow Hill
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Consent Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Commissioners' Report and Recommendation
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Adjourn
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Mon Jun 30, 2025 · 14:00

Board of County Commissioners

Chair to declare public hearing on rezoning Burnette Road parcels to industrial

The Greene County Board of Commissioners will consider a request to declare a public hearing on rezoning Burnette Road parcels to industrial use. They will also discuss an award for the US 13 waterline relocation project (NCDOT-5833) and a resolution opposing SB 205. Additional items include a drawdown of lottery funds and an end‑of‑year budget amendment.

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✓ Decided: Board approves waterline construction award and budget amendment

The Greene County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the award of construction for the US 13 waterline relocation (NCDOT‑5833) and a resolution opposing state bill SB 205. They also approved a drawdown of lottery funds and set a public hearing for rezoning Burnette Road parcels. The end‑of‑year budget amendment passed 4‑1, while a proposal to reinstate a tax‑relief discount was tabled.

312 SE Second Street, Snow Hill
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Consent Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Adjourn
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Mon Jun 16, 2025 · 18:00

Board of County Commissioners

Board will adopt the Neuse River Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan

The Greene County Board of Commissioners will consider several budget amendments, grant acceptances, and advisory board appointments. A key action is the adoption of the Neuse River Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan. The board will also close out the National Guard Armory/Emergency Operations Center capital project ordinance and authorize the transfer of surplus vehicles for county transportation.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously adopts updated Neuse River Hazard Mitigation Plan

The Greene County Board of Commissioners approved a series of unanimous actions, including appointing members to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, accepting a $20,000 NC Amateur Sports grant, and authorizing funds to purchase a new ambulance. They adopted the updated Neuse River Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan and approved a Veteran's Services grant. The Board also closed out the National Guard Armory project, appointed members to the Transportation Advisory Board, and authorized the transfer of five surplus vehicles to other county agencies.

Greene County Commissioners' Meeting Room, Snow Hill
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Consent Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Adjourn
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Mon Jun 2, 2025 · 10:00

Board of County Commissioners

Board will vote on the FY 2025-26 County Budget

The Greene County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 25‑26 budget and later vote to approve the FY 2025‑26 Budget Ordinance. Additional items include a grant award for an inclusive playground, a Men’s Health Month proclamation, and an update to the voluntary agricultural district ordinance. The board will also consider a resolution authorizing enterprise business services for water infrastructure and several FY 24‑25 budget amendment items.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved the FY 2025‑26 budget ordinance

The Greene County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the agenda, the Men’s Health Month proclamation, and several ordinances and resolutions, including the Voluntary Agricultural District update and the Division of Water Infrastructure EBS authorization. They also reappointed two members to the County Board of Health and approved budget amendments for senior services, a capital project for an inclusive playground grant, and the FY 25‑26 budget ordinance. The board entered and exited a closed session before adjourning.

Greene County Commissioners' Meeting Room, Snow Hill
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Consent Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Closed Session
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Adjourn
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Fri May 23, 2025 · 08:30

Board of County Commissioners

Greene County Commissioners to review proposed FY 25-26 budget

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to review the proposed budget for fiscal year 2025-26. The budget document is available on the county website.

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229 Kingold Blvd, Snow Hill
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Adjourn
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Mon May 19, 2025 · 10:00

Board of County Commissioners

County Manager will submit the proposed FY25‑26 budget for commissioner review

The board will hear a resolution honoring Edward Raymond Morgan and recognize Fire Chief Todd Whaley as an NCACC Heroic Hands Spotlight honoree. Commissioners will consider the proposed FY25‑26 county budget. Routine items such as the monthly collection and financial reports, and the regular meeting minutes, will also be reviewed.

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✓ Decided: Board approves agenda, honors music teacher, and sets budget workshop dates

The Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It also unanimously adopted a resolution honoring the late Edward Raymond Morgan, a longtime music teacher. The Board approved the consent agenda items. The County Manager presented the FY25‑26 budget proposal and the Board scheduled two budget workshops (May 23 and May 28, 2025) and a public hearing on June 2, 2025.

Greene County Commissioners' Meeting Room, Snow Hill
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Consent Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Adjourn
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Mon May 5, 2025 · 10:00

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners to review US 13 waterline relocation and budget amendments

The Board of County Commissioners will receive a presentation on the US 13 Waterline Relocation project. The meeting includes proposed budget amendments for Emergency Management and Opioid Settlement Funds.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $96,022 opioid settlement fund allocation

The Greene County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a budget ordinance amendment directing $96,022 of opioid settlement funds to four county strategies. The board also unanimously adopted the US 13 waterline relocation capital project budget and approved a $7,500 Duke Energy Foundation grant for the county drone program plus $1,200 from the fund balance. All items on the consent agenda were approved by a 4‑to‑1 vote.

Greene County Commissioners' Meeting Room, Snow Hill
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Consent Agenda
4 yea · 1 nay
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea · Derek Burress nay
The other 2 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Apr 21, 2025 · 18:00

Board of County Commissioners

Public hearing on residential housing at I-587 Business Park

The Greene County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a residential housing proposal at the I-587 Business Park. They will also consider a grant for the Burnette Road Industrial Site and receive an update on the opioid settlement funds plan for Greene and Lenoir counties. Additional routine items include consent agenda approvals and appointments.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved a $113,250 GoldenLEAF grant for Burnette Road site

The Board approved its agenda and consent agenda items unanimously. It approved a $113,250 GoldenLEAF SITE Program grant to support due‑diligence for the Burnette Road industrial site. The Board also unanimously approved the interlocal agreement for opioid‑focused behavioral health services and reappointed Vanessa Edwards to the Greene County Public Library Board of Trustees. No public comments were received on the proposed residential housing at the I‑587 Business Park.

Greene County Commissioners' Meeting Room, Snow Hill
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Consent Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Closed Session
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Adjourn
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Mon Apr 7, 2025 · 10:00

Board of County Commissioners

Greene County to discuss budget revisions and economic development

The Greene County Board of Commissioners will approve meeting minutes, consider a property tax exemption, and review budget revisions for the Health Department and Senior Center. The board will also sign a proclamation for Child Abuse Prevention Month and hold a closed session for economic development.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $3 M interlocal agreement with Maury Sanitary Land District

The Greene County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a proclamation for Child Abuse Prevention Month, a $3,000,000 CDBG‑Infrastructure interlocal agreement with the Maury Sanitary Land District, senior center legislator and advisory committee appointments, and a Line Worker Appreciation Day proclamation. The board also entered and exited a closed session and set a public hearing for April 21, 2025 on the proposed conveyance of 46 acres for $460,000. All votes were unanimous.

Greene County Commissioners' Meeting Room, Snow Hill
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Consent Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Closed Session
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Adjourn
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Wed Mar 19, 2025 · 08:30

Transportation

Transportation Committee will hear Division II Transportation Report

The Greene County Transportation Committee will meet on March 19, 2025 to receive reports from Division II Transportation, Eastern Carolina RPO, and Emergency Services & the 911 Center. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of the January 15, 2025 meeting minutes and a roundtable discussion. No specific decisions or votes are listed in the agenda.

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229 Kingold Blvd, Snow Hill
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Adjournment
7 yea
Harold Thomas yea · Kelly Radford yea · Shaun Jackson yea · Dianne Andrews yea · Trey Cash yea · Brandon Sutton yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Mon Mar 17, 2025 · 18:00

Board of County Commissioners

Greene County Commissioners to review investment policy and LCC appointment

The Board of County Commissioners will review the county's investment policy and an appointment to the LCC Board of Trustees. The meeting also includes a review of monthly financial and collection reports.

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Greene County Commissioners' Meeting Room, Snow Hill
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Consent Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Adjourn
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Mon Mar 3, 2025 · 10:00

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners consider moratorium on solar farm permit applications

The Greene County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider a moratorium on Special Use Permit applications for solar farms. The board will also review appointments for the Planning Board and Board of Adjustment.

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Greene County Commissioners' Meeting Room, Snow Hill
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
4 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea
Consent Agenda
4 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea
Adjourn
4 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea
Mon Feb 17, 2025 · 09:00

Board of County Commissioners

Greene County Commissioners hold budget retreat

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting for a special budget retreat. The session includes presentations on county services and a property tax review and forecast.

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Longleaf Pine Conference Roon, 229 Kingold Blvd, Snow Hill
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Adjourn
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Mon Feb 17, 2025 · 18:00

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners consider engineering services for Burnette Road and industrial sites

The Board of Commissioners will review a proposal to select Terracon for due diligence engineering services on the Burnette Road site and other industrial locations. The meeting includes several budget amendments and a notice for a future public hearing regarding solar farm permits.

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Greene County Commissioners' Meeting Room, Snow Hill
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Consent Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Adjourn
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Mon Feb 3, 2025 · 10:00

Board of County Commissioners

County will consider a public hearing on a solar farm moratorium

The Board will approve the agenda and review monthly collection and financial reports. Commissioners will discuss budget amendments for the Economic Development Strategic Plan grant and health department revisions, as well as a contract audit and a request for a public hearing on a solar farm moratorium. Additional items include a letter requesting a commissioner appointee to the Aging Planning Committee and setting a date for a budget retreat.

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Greene County Commissioners' Meeting Room, Snow Hill
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Consent Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Closed Session
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Adjourn
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Wed Jan 15, 2025 · 11:30

Board of County Commissioners

Board holds procedural special meeting with public comments and closed session

The Greene County Board of Commissioners will conduct a special meeting that is largely procedural. Items include a call to order, approval of the agenda, a public comment period, and two closed‑session segments—one for personnel matters and one for attorney‑client privilege issues. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment.

governancepublic-commentsclosed-sessionpersonnellegal
Longleaf Pine Conference Room at the Greene County Complex, Snow Hill
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Closed Session
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Adjourn
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Mon Jan 6, 2025 · 10:00

Board of County Commissioners

Board will consider a land option agreement to acquire property for economic development

The Greene County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a land option agreement to acquire real property for economic development. They will also award the Economic Development Strategic Plan to the Hayes Group and review a water system asset inventory and related offer. A budget amendment for senior services and a policy revision for CDBG‑I compliance will be discussed. Two closed‑session items on economic development and personnel will be conducted.

economic-developmentproperty-acquisitionbudgetsenior-serviceswater-infrastructurecdbgpublic-hearing
Greene County Commissioners' Meeting Room, Snow Hill
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda [Approve]
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Consent Agenda
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Closed Session
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea
Adjourn
5 yea
Bennie Heath yea · Jerry Jones yea · Derek Burress yea · Ray Johnson yea · Robert Taylor, Jr. yea