Havelock public meetings in 2025

Board of Adjustment

The December 31, 2025, meeting of the Havelock Board of Adjustment has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The Planning Department cancelled the meeting and provided a contact number for inquiries.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items
• Contact: Planning Department at (252) 444-6433

Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation

The Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation board will discuss preparations for the 2026 Gala scheduled for February 23, 2026, including speakers, sponsor outreach, catering, and marketing. They will also review website analytics, form an ad‑hoc committee to structure new committees, and update plans for the July 20‑24, 2026 summer camp. A new web‑design hosting fee for the New Bern site will be considered.

• 2026 Gala (Feb 23 2026) – speaker, sponsor packets, catering response due Dec 19
• Website analytics review
• Ad‑hoc committee to structure new committees (Ed, Tom, Mary Beth, Adam, Guy)
• Summer camp scheduled for July 20‑24 2026; applications open Feb 1 2026
• New Bern web design annual website hosting fee

The Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation board unanimously approved the regular agenda and the consent agenda, which included the minutes from the November 14, 2025 meeting. The board also unanimously approved payment of the $708 invoice for annual website hosting from New Bern Web Design. No other motions were voted on.

• Approved regular agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda, including November 14 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved payment of New Bern Web Design invoice $708 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Havelock Board of Commissioners will consider two Unified Development Ordinance text amendments: one to allow portable storage containers for both short- and long-term use, and another to create a specific 'Vape Store' use with development standards. The body will also vote to dissolve two existing committees and establish a single Community Arts & Appearance Committee.

• UDO Text Amendment - Portable Storage Containers
• UDO Text Amendment - Vape Stores
• Resolution establishing Havelock Community Arts & Appearance Committee
• City Code Amendment repealing sections for Community Appearance Commission
• Approval of FY 2025-26 Budget Amendment #1

The Havelock Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted the regular and consent agenda (5‑0). The board then adopted FY 2025‑26 Budget Amendment Number One, increasing appropriations for streets, police, fire, recreation, and the sewer fund. No members of the public presented comments during the meeting.

• Adopt Regular and Consent Agenda (5‑0)
• Adopt FY 2025‑26 Budget Amendment Number One (approved)

Board of Adjustment

The Havelock Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for December 3, 2025 was cancelled. The cancellation notice states it was due to a lack of agenda items. No decisions, proposals, or public hearings will occur at this meeting.

Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation

The Development Committee is meeting to coordinate the February 20, 2026 Gala and the July 20-24, 2026 Summer Camp. The body will also review marketing progress and a website hosting fee.

• 2026 Gala scheduled for February 20, 2026
• Summer Camp scheduled for July 20-24, 2026
• New Bern Web Design annual website hosting fee

The Development Committee agreed to recommend that the Board approve payment for the New Bern Web Design invoice and continue the services. The committee also decided to place an update to the historical wall display on the Board agenda. Members scheduled a meeting on December 16 to develop further recommendations for the upcoming Gala. The meeting was adjourned by motion.

• Recommended Board approve New Bern Web Design invoice and continue services
• Placed historical wall data update on Board agenda
• Scheduled December 16 meeting to prepare Gala recommendations
• Motion to adjourn adopted

Planning Board

The Havelock Planning Board meeting scheduled for December 2, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were submitted, so no decisions or discussions will take place. For more information, contact the Planning Department at (252) 444-6433.

Board of Commissioners

The commissioners will hear a presentation of the FY 2024‑2025 audit, which requires no board action. A public hearing will consider the Development Agreement for the 126‑unit Tucker Pointe townhome project on a 16.21‑acre parcel fronting US Highway 70 and Marsha’s Way. Another public hearing will address a Conditional Zoning District request for a 240‑unit apartment complex on 28.37 acres west of Gray Fox Road (SR 1739). The meeting will also include a presentation on replacing the City Park Playground.

• FY 2024‑2025 audit presentation – presentation only, no board action required
• Development Agreement for Tucker Pointe Townhome (126 units, 16.21‑acre parcel on US Highway 70, Marsha’s Way, Parcel ID 6‑216‑038)
• Conditional Zoning District request for 240‑unit apartment on 28.37 acres west of Gray Fox Road (SR 1739)
• City Park Playground replacement presentation – overview of condition and proposed new playground
• Consent agenda items: minutes of October 13, October 20, November 3 meetings and interim city manager employment agreement

The Board adopted the regular and consent agendas, including the interim city manager employment agreement, by a 5‑0 vote. It also approved a motion to open a public hearing on the Tucker Pointe Townhome development agreement, again 5‑0. No other actions were taken during the meeting.

• Adopted Regular Agenda (amended) and Consent Agenda (5-0)
• Approved interim city manager employment agreement (as part of consent agenda)
• Approved minutes of Oct 13, 2025 regular meeting (as part of consent agenda)
• Approved minutes of Oct 20, 2025 special meeting (as part of consent agenda)
• Approved minutes of Nov 3, 2025 special meeting (as part of consent agenda)
• Opened public hearing on Tucker Pointe development agreement (5-0)

Senior Center Advisory Committee

The board discussed facility updates and upcoming holiday activities. Members noted that bathroom renovations and interior painting are delayed pending budget approval due to a government closure.

• Election of Sandy Kosner to the vacant Vice Chair position
• Installation of Christmas decorations starting November 25th
• Delivery of donated winter clothing and blankets to Martha’s Mission on November 24th
• Planning for a Super Bowl party on February 8th
• Status update on interior security cameras and shrubbery trimming

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the previous meeting. Sandy Kosner was elected to fill the vacant Vice Chair position. The board scheduled Christmas decorations to be installed on November 25 and a Super Bowl party for February 8. The meeting was adjourned after a motion was made and seconded.

• Minutes of the last meeting accepted unanimously
• Sandy Kosner elected Vice Chair
• Christmas decorations installation scheduled for Nov 25 at 10:00 am
• Coats, hats, gloves and blankets to be delivered to Martha’s Mission on Nov 24
• Super Bowl party set for Feb 8 at 5:00 pm

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to discuss the city manager search process and options for the city's Vactor Truck. The board will also consider adopting a Memorandum of Understanding with Craven County for building inspection services.

• City manager search process discussion
• Repair or replacement options for the City's Vactor Truck
• Proposed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Craven County for Building Inspection Services

The Havelock Board of Commissioners adopted Resolution #25‑R‑25, approving a Memorandum of Understanding with Craven County for building inspection services on County‑owned projects within the city. The resolution authorizes the Mayor to execute the agreement. The motion passed unanimously (5‑0). The meeting also included a presentation by recruitment consultants for the next City Manager, but no formal actions were taken on that topic.

• Approved Resolution #25‑R‑25 to adopt MOU with Craven County for building inspection services (5‑0)

Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation

The Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation board will discuss details for the 2026 Gala scheduled for February 23, 2026, including speaker, sponsor packets, and catering. They will also review the final options for the ECAHF Vision and the committee structure with possible new appointees. New business includes setting the Summer Camp dates for July 27‑31, 2026, and renewing the Carteret Chamber membership.

• 2026 Gala (Feb 23, 2026) – speaker Judson Woodard, title “Gotta Keep ‘Em Separated”, sponsor packets, catering letter
• ECAHF Vision Final – review of final options
• ECAHF Committees – review structure and consider appointees Ann Saccoccio, Jim Belmont, Jenna Lanfor, Mike Lanfor
• Summer Camp date discussion – July 27‑31, 2026
• Renew Carteret Chamber Membership

The board approved the regular and consent agendas unanimously. It scheduled the ECAHF Summer Camp for July 20‑24 2026 and the Fly‑In for August 7 2026, both by unanimous vote. The board also renewed the Carteret County Chamber of Commerce membership at $250 and adopted the organization’s Vision statement. A motion to submit Form DD2536 for the 2026 gala speaker was carried unanimously.

• Approved regular agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Scheduled Summer Camp July 20‑24, 2026 (unanimous)
• Scheduled Fly‑In August 7, 2026 (unanimous)
• Renewed Carteret County Chamber membership $250 (unanimous)
• Adopted Vision statement (unanimous)
• Moved forward with submission of Form DD2536 for gala speaker (unanimous)
• Formed working group (Braaten, Hughes, Persky, Fennell, Nelson) to coordinate committee structure (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a public safety camera program and the establishment of a Community Arts and Appearance Commission. The body will also review proposed ordinances regarding golf carts and camping in parks.

• Proposed License Plate Reader (LPR) and Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) camera program
• Proposed resolution to establish Havelock Community Arts and Appearance Commission
• Proposed ordinances for prohibition of sleeping/camping in parks and inclusion of golf carts
• Scheduling of December 8 public hearings for Unified Development Ordinance amendments regarding storage containers and vape stores
• Discussion of Board of Elections voting site usage agreement for City Hall

The Board approved scheduling two public/legislative hearings on Monday, December 8, 2025 at 7:05 p.m. to receive comments on proposed amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance for storage containers and vape stores. The motion was made by Commissioner Cantey, seconded by Commissioner Wilson, and passed unanimously (5‑0). No other substantive actions were decided during the retreat.

• Scheduled two public hearings on Dec 8, 2025 for UDO amendments (5‑0)

Appearance Commission

The commission accepted minutes from the October 9 meeting and reviewed financial reports showing a $3,895 balance and a $500 pending tree‑lighting expense. Members reported on the Fall/Halloween Yard Decorating Contest, Trunk or Treat, and Tree Lighting Jubilee events and their costs. The body discussed and passed a draft of the City’s Proposed Resolution No. 25‑R‑24 to merge HCAC with HCAAC, with the new Community Arts & Appearance Committee to be effective Jan 1 2026.

• Remaining HCAC balance: $3,895.00
• Fall/Halloween Yard Decorating Contest cost $265 (prizes $160, sign inserts $105)
• Trunk or Treat total cost $75 (popcorn kernels $23, oil $24, bags $28)
• Pending tree‑lighting expense: $500
• Draft Resolution No. 25‑R‑24 to merge HCAC and HCAAC; committee reconstituted as Community Arts & Appearance Committee effective Jan 1 2026

The Havelock Community Appearance Commission accepted the minutes from the October 9, 2025 meeting with an all‑in‑favor vote. The commission approved the prize idea for the Make Havelock Shine program, also by unanimous consent. The meeting was then adjourned after a motion passed unanimously. A discussion was held about a proposed merger with HCAAC, but no vote was recorded.

• Accepted Oct 9, 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Approved prize idea for Make Havelock Shine (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation

The Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation Development Committee is meeting to coordinate the February 20, 2026 Gala and review the organization's committee structure. The body will also discuss potential committee appointees and a 2026 summer camp date.

• Planning for 2026 Gala on February 20, 2026
• Review of possible committee appointees: Ann Saccoccio, Jim Belmont, Jenna Lanfor, and Mike Lanfor
• Discussion of Summer Camp dates for July 27-31, 2026
• Review of Gala marketing plan and sponsor list

The Development Committee approved the October 7, 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. The meeting was then adjourned at 4:35 pm after a motion to adjourn was carried. No other formal votes or approvals were recorded during this session.

• Approved October 7, 2025 Development Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:35 pm (motion carried)

Planning Board

The Havelock Planning Board will review a development agreement for the Tucker Pointe Townhomes project. The board will also consider two text amendments: one concerning storage containers and another concerning vape stores. These items are listed under old and new business for the November 4, 2025 meeting.

• Text amendment – storage containers (UDO Sections 155.0704(G); 155.0713(I); 163.01; Table 155-8)
• Text amendment – vape stores (UDO Sections 155.0708(I); 163.01; Table 155-8)
• Tucker Pointe Townhomes – development agreement

The board dispensed with reading and then accepted the October 9 minutes, both unanimously. Jackie Attaway was elected Chair and Iris Wooliever confirmed as Vice Chair, each by a 6‑0 vote. The board also unanimously forwarded the proposed portable storage container and vape store text amendments to the Board of Commissioners for recommendation.

• Dispensed with reading of Oct 9 minutes (6-0)
• Accepted Oct 9 minutes as presented (6-0)
• Elected Jackie Attaway as Chair (6-0)
• Confirmed Iris Wooliever as Vice Chair (6-0)
• Forwarded Portable Storage Container Text Amendment to Commissioners (6-0)
• Forwarded Vape Store Text Amendment to Commissioners (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board voted unanimously to allocate $50,000 from the General Fund to fund the City Manager recruitment and selection process. It also approved the Memorandum of Agreement with the MAPS Group for that project. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Allocate $50,000 from General Fund for City Manager recruitment (5-0)
• Approve Memorandum of Agreement with MAPS Group (5-0)
• Adjourn meeting (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will review a request for a communications tower at 541 US Highway 70 West. The board will consider a Special Use Permit and three variances regarding paving, setbacks, and distance from other towers.

• Special Use Permit for communications tower (SLUCM# 4712) at 541 US Highway 70 West
• Variance request for paving requirements (§155.0706(A)(1)(l))
• Variance request for setback requirements (§155.0706(A)(1)(m))
• Variance request for distance from existing towers (§155.0706(A)(1)(r))
• Election of officers

Board of Commissioners

The commissioners entered closed session to discuss a personnel matter, then returned to open session. They unanimously approved the severance agreement for City Manager Christopher W. McGee and allocated $287,415.19 from the General Fund to cover the associated costs. Staff was directed to gather information on interim city‑manager candidates and recruitment firms, and the board tentatively agreed to hold a special meeting on Nov. 3 to review that information.

• Motion to enter closed session on personnel matter carried (5-0)
• Motion to return to open session carried (5-0)
• Approved severance agreement for Christopher W. McGee (5-0)
• Allocated $287,415.19 from General Fund for severance costs (5-0)
• Directed staff to gather interim manager options and recruitment firm information
• Tentatively agreed to schedule special meeting on Nov. 3 pending information
• Motion to adjourn the meeting carried (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider routine consent agenda items and accept a $2,124 donation for the police "Shop with a Cop" program. It will vote to accept a $362,257.14 FEMA fire grant with an $18,112.86 city match and award a $260,000 contract to East Carolina Builders for Webb Blvd sewer line repairs. The Board will also appoint two members to the Cultural Arts Advisory Committee and seek input on a community mural design.

• Approve acceptance of $362,257.14 fire grant and $18,112.86 city match
• Allocate $260,000 from Sewer Fund and award contract to East Carolina Builders for Webb Blvd sewer line repair
• Appoint two individuals to vacant seats on the Havelock Cultural Arts Advisory Committee
• Schedule public hearing on November 24 for Tucker Pointe Townhomes developer agreement (Donald Lawrence, Cherry Branch Limited Partnership)
• Schedule public hearing on November 24 for conditional zoning of 240‑unit apartment at 401 Gray Fox Road

The Board adopted the regular and consent agenda unanimously. It approved awarding the McCotter Canal Bank Stabilization Project to Trader Construction Company for $2,949,336.90, pending North Carolina DEQ approval. The Board also accepted a $362,257.14 FEMA fire grant with an $18,112.86 city match and awarded the contract to Newton’s Fire & Safety, and allocated $260,000 for the Webb Boulevard sewer line repair to East Carolina Builders. Additionally, the Board selected mural design option #2 and chose not to appoint new Cultural Arts or Appearance Committee members pending a working‑group proposal.

• Adopted regular and consent agenda (5-0)
• Awarded McCotter Canal Bank Stabilization Project to Trader Construction Company for $2,949,336.90 (contingent on DEQ approval)
• Approved acceptance of $362,257.14 FEMA fire grant, $18,112.86 city match, and sole‑source award to Newton’s Fire & Safety (5-0)
• Allocated $260,000 for Webb Blvd manhole/sewer line repair and awarded contract to East Carolina Builders (5-0)
• Selected mural design option #2 (middle option) for community mural
• Decided not to appoint new Cultural Arts or Appearance Committee members pending further work

Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation

The board will review committee reports and old‑business items such as the 2026 Gala, website analytics, and the Fall Members and Partners Night. It will also consider final options for the ECAHF vision and discuss new committee structures. In new business, the board will set a $50 fee for non‑profit booths at the Chili Festival on October 18 at Walter B. Jones Park.

• 2026 Gala scheduled for February 23 2026, speaker Judson Woodard
• Fall Members and Partners Night on October 21 2025, catered by The Flame and Havelock TEC
• Chili Festival booth fee of $50 for non‑profits at Walter B. Jones Park on October 18
• Review of final ECAHF vision options
• Discussion of existing and new ECAHF committees

The Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation board approved the regular agenda, the consent agenda minutes, and the FY 2025 budget, all unanimously. The board also approved the Memorandum of Understanding and voted to keep Dr. Bill Fortney on the board. It decided not to participate in the October 18 Chili Festival.

• Approved Regular Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda minutes from Sep 12, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2025 budget with a $5,752.23 deficit (unanimous)
• Approved MOU as written (unanimous)
• Decided not to participate in the Chili Festival (unanimous)
• Motion to keep Dr. Bill Fortney on the board carried unanimously

Planning Board

The Planning Board will approve the September 2, 2025 meeting minutes and elect officers. It will consider a conditional zoning district application to rezone 401 Gray Fox Road from multifamily residential and light industrial to a residential conditional district with a high‑density amendment. The board will also review two Unified Development Ordinance text amendments concerning storage containers and vape stores.

• Conditional Zoning District Application for 401 Gray Fox Road (RM & LI to RM(CD), request to amend Future Land Use Map to high density) – Applicant: Vendetti Insurance Agency, Inc./Greg Vendetti; Engineer: The Cullipher Group, PA
• Text Amendment to UDO sections 155.0704(G); 155.0713(I); 163.01; Table 155-8 – Storage Containers
• Text Amendment to UDO sections 155.0708(I); 163.01; Table 155-8 – Vape Stores

The board approved the September 9, 2025 minutes without a reading (6‑0) and accepted them as presented (6‑0). It tabled the election of officers to the next meeting (6‑0). The board voted to forward a recommendation denying the rezoning of 401 Gray Fox Road and the related Future Land Use Map amendment (6‑0). It also tabled two text‑amendment items—storage containers and vape stores—to the next meeting (6‑0) and adjourned (6‑0).

• Approved dispensing reading of Sep 9 minutes (6-0)
• Approved acceptance of Sep 9 minutes as presented (6-0)
• Tabled election of officers to next meeting (6-0)
• Recommended denial of rezoning RM & LI to RM(CD) and FLUM amendment (6-0)
• Tabled storage containers text amendment (G1) (6-0)
• Tabled vape stores text amendment (G2) (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Appearance Commission

The commission accepted the September 11, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. Nevaeh Lambert was appointed to replace Steve Powell as a commission member. The Make Havelock Shine project was deferred to the November 13 meeting. Members agreed to update the commission to function under city rules. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Accepted September 11, 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Appointed Nevaeh Lambert as HCAC member (replacing Steve Powell)
• Deferred Make Havelock Shine to November 13 HCAC meeting
• Agreed to operate the commission under city rules
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation

The Development Committee will approve the September 2, 2025 meeting minutes and discuss upcoming events, including the 2026 gala, a guest speaker, and the Fall Members and Partners Night. They will also consider the Havelock Chili Festival non‑profit booth fee of $50. Additional items include marketing plans, committee structures, and general discussion.

• Approval of September 2, 2025 meeting minutes
• 2026 Gala scheduled for February 20, 2026
• Guest speaker Judson Woodard – title “Gotta Keep ‘Em Separated”
• Fall Members and Partners Night – October 21, 2025, caterers The Flame and TEC
• Havelock Chili Festival non‑profit booth fee – $50

The Development Committee approved the September 2, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It also recommended that the matter of participating in the Havelock Chili Festival on October 18 be referred to the Board Meeting for further discussion. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved September 2, 2025 Development Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended referring Havelock Chili Festival participation to Board Meeting

Cultural Arts Advisory Committee

The Cultural Arts Advisory Committee will consider its FY 2025‑2026 budget of $2,000, including a $1,000 allocation for a Senior Center mural. The committee will review subcommittee projects such as Community Art Box, Bucket Drumming, and Murals for the October 18 Chili Festival. It will also discuss staff liaison use, volunteer involvement, and the possibility of creating bylaws.

• FY 2025‑2026 budget set at $2,000, with $1,000 earmarked for a Senior Center mural
• Subcommittee projects include Community Art Box, Bucket Drumming, Multicultural Dancing Performance, Modular track, Art in the Park, Plein Air Festival, Christmas Around the World, Play, Stuntman presentation, and Murals for the October 18 Chili Festival
• Discussion of creating bylaws for the committee
• Policy to utilize a staff liaison and involve community volunteers in subcommittees (no vote)
• FY 2026‑2027 budget to be determined; subcommittee requests due by February

The Cultural Arts Advisory Committee did not meet on October 6, 2025 because a quorum was not reached. No actions or decisions were taken.

Board of Adjustment

The September 24, 2025 Board of Adjustment meeting was cancelled because there were no agenda items. No decisions or discussions are scheduled for this date. For more information, the Planning Department can be reached at (252) 444-6433.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for a 37-acre parcel and consider awarding two infrastructure contracts. The meeting also includes appointments to the Appearance Commission and Recreation Advisory Board.

• Public hearing for PeakNet, LLC to rezone 541 US Highway 70 West from R-20A to LI
• Proposed contract for McCotter Canal Bank Stabilization Project with Trader Construction Company for $2,949,336.90
• Proposed allocation of $450,000 for MacDonald Boulevard Sewer Line Repair Project awarded to Precision Earth and Pipe, LLC
• Resolution #25-R-21 regarding American Rescue Plan Act expenditure costs
• Appointments to the Appearance Commission and Recreation Advisory Board

The Havelock Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the regular agenda and the consent agenda. The consent agenda included adoption of Resolution #25‑R‑21, which establishes the city’s allowable cost and cost‑principles policy for spending American Rescue Plan coronavirus recovery funds. The resolution assigns the City Finance Officer responsibility for overseeing compliance with those federal grant rules.

• Adopted Regular Agenda (unanimous 4‑0)
• Adopted Consent Agenda (unanimous 4‑0)
• Approved minutes of the September 8, 2025 Board workshop meeting
• Adopted Resolution #25‑R‑21 establishing cost‑principles policy for ARP funds (unanimous 4‑0)
• Designated the City Finance Officer to oversee compliance with the ARP cost‑principles policy

Senior Center Advisory Committee

The board discussed a Halloween-themed Health Fair scheduled for October 31. Members reviewed state funding priorities for facility improvements and noted a vacancy for the Vice Chairperson position.

• Health Fair planned for October 31 with 15 vendors
• State funding allocated for restroom sinks, mirrors, stall painting, and a vestibule security window
• Wish list for interior wall painting and floor rewaxing
• Resignation of Scotty Sanner
• Report of $500.00 cost for CARTS excursion versus $1940.00 commercial price

The board accepted the minutes from the previous meeting after a motion by Jimmy Sanders and a second by Jewel Davis. A motion to adjourn was made by Sandy Kosner and seconded by Patti Kieffer, and the meeting was adjourned. No other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (motion by Jimmy Sanders, seconded by Jewel Davis)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Sandy Kosner, seconded by Patti Kieffer)

Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation

The Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation Board of Directors will review committee reports and budget updates. The board is discussing planning for the February 23, 2026 Gala and the October 21, 2025 Fall Members and Partners Night.

• 2026 Gala scheduled for February 23, 2026 with speaker Judson Woodard
• Fall Members and Partners Night on October 21, 2025 themed 'Mission Liftoff: Defying Gravity'
• National Night Out participation for October 7, 2025
• After action review and budget for the August 15, 2025 Fly-In
• Final options for ECAHF Vision Part 6

The Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation Board approved the regular and consent agendas and the budget report, all without discussion. Members adopted the gala title “Gotta Keep Em Separated” and approved the smooth‑edge challenge coin proof #3, each by unanimous motion. The meeting also noted that August is the preferred month for the annual Fly‑In and set the next board meeting for October 10, 2025.

• Approved Regular Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda (minutes from Aug 8, 2025) (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Report (unanimous)
• Adopted gala title “Gotta Keep Em Separated” (unanimous)
• Approved challenge coin Proof #3 (smooth edge) (unanimous)
• Agreed August is the best timeframe for the Fly‑In (consensus)
• Motion to adjourn passed (unanimous)

Appearance Commission

The Havelock Appearance Commission approved procedures for the 2025 Tree Lighting Jubilee and Make Havelock Shine holiday competition, as well as the 2026 Plant Swap. The commission also approved a budget of up to $500 for Halloween candy.

• Approved Tree Lighting Jubilee procedure with activity sponsors tabled for October
• Approved Make Havelock Shine 2025 procedure and categories
• Approved 2026 Plant Swap procedure
• Approved up to $500 for Halloween candy
• Approved revised Beautification Day procedure

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the potential adoption of a golf cart ordinance and whether to hire a consultant for compensation planning. The meeting includes a consent agenda with a proposed rezoning public hearing and a funding partnership for a recreation complex.

• Proposed public hearing on Sept 22 for rezoning 541 US Highway 70 West from Single Family Residential (R-20A) to Light Industrial (LI)
• 50/50 capital needs funding partnership with Craven County for HWY 101 Recreation Complex asphalt trail
• Discussion on a new Golf Cart Ordinance for municipal streets with speed limits of 35 mph or less
• Proposal to engage a consultant for pay and classification studies
• Resolution #25-R-20 to return Recreation Advisory Board meetings to a monthly schedule

The Board approved the Work Session and Consent Agenda unanimously (5-0). It adopted Resolution #25‑R‑20, restoring monthly meetings for the Recreation Advisory Board (5-0). The Consent Agenda approved the August 25, 2025 minutes, scheduled a public hearing for September 22, 2025 on the PeakNet rezoning, and approved a 50/50 capital‑needs partnership MOU with Craven County for the HWY 101 Recreation Complex.

• Approved Work Session & Consent Agenda (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution #25‑R‑20 to resume monthly Recreation Advisory Board meetings (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the August 25, 2025 Board meeting (as part of Consent Agenda)
• Scheduled public hearing for Sep 22 2025 on rezoning PeakNet, LLC property (as part of Consent Agenda)
• Approved MOU with Craven County for 50/50 funding of HWY 101 Recreation Complex (as part of Consent Agenda)

Cultural Arts Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to establish subcommittees for various community art and performance initiatives. Discussions include planning for festivals, dance performances, and mural updates.

• Formation of Community Art Box subcommittee
• Planning for Multicultural Dancing Performance with Latin and Haitian dance contacts
• Coordination of Plein Air Festival locations including Slocum Creek and Grist Mill Trail
• Review of Mural subcommittee design updates for the October 18 Chili Festival
• Planning for Christmas Around the World directed by Commissioner Evans-Robinson

Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation

The Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation Development Committee will review past events, set details for the 2026 gala, and plan a fall members-and-partners night. The group will also discuss participation in National Night Out and volunteer opportunities.

• 2026 Gala scheduled for February 20, 2026
• Fall Members and Partners Night on October 21, 2025 (6pm–8pm) at Havelock Tourist & Event Center
• National Night Out participation on October 7, 2025
• 2025 Fly-In after-action review on August 15, 2025
• Guest speaker ATC Judson Woodard for 2026 gala with multiple title options

The committee unanimously approved the August 5, 2025 Development Committee minutes. Members agreed to recommend the blue‑and‑gold challenge‑coin image to the Board and suggested using the $290 event surplus for future giveaway items. They also decided to hold the next Development Committee meeting before the October 7 National Night Out at Walter B. Jones Park, with additional volunteer sign‑ups to be presented at the next Board meeting, and confirmed that giveaway items have been ordered.

• Approved August 5, 2025 Development Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended blue‑and‑gold challenge‑coin design to the Board
• Suggested using $290 event surplus for future giveaway items
• Decided to hold next Development Committee meeting before National Night Out at Walter B. Jones Park
• Confirmed flying disc toys ordered and received; additional giveaway items to be provided
• Motion to adjourn passed

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to elect officers and review a rezoning request. The board is considering a change from R-20A and GS to LI for a property at 541 US Hwy 70 West.

• Rezoning of 541 US Hwy 70 West (Tax Parcel: 6-216-005) from R-20A and GS to LI
• Applicant: PeakNet, LLC
• Owner: Duke Energy Progress, Inc.
• Election of officers

The Planning Board approved the May 6, 2025 minutes and postponed the officer election to the next meeting, both unanimously. It voted to forward the rezoning request for 541 US Highway 70 West from R-20A to Light Industrial to the Board of Commissioners with a recommendation to approve. The Board also moved the October 7 meeting to October 9 and adjourned the session, each by unanimous vote.

• Approved May 6, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Postponed officer election to next meeting (6-0)
• Forwarded rezoning of 541 US 70 West to Light Industrial to Commissioners, recommending approval (6-0)
• Moved October 7 meeting to October 9 (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will meet to elect officers and swear in a new member. The body will also review a Special Use Permit application for a church expansion.

• Special Use Permit (SUP) for New Commission Fellowship Church of God in Christ expansion at 600C Fontana Blvd.

The Board of Adjustment approved the corrected April 30 minutes and elected new officers. It held a public hearing and unanimously approved a special use permit (SLUCM 6911) for New Commission Fellowship Church to expand into unit 600C at 600C Fontana Boulevard (Tax Parcel ID 6-220-094). The meeting adjourned at 5:56 p.m.

• Dispensed reading of April 30 minutes – approved (5-0)
• Approved corrected April 30 minutes – approved (5-0)
• Elected David Bullock as Chair – elected (6-0)
• Elected Teresa Kaufman as Vice‑Chair – elected (6-0)
• Elected Sandra Gahlinger as Secretary – elected (6-0)
• Moved into public hearing for special use permit – approved (5-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit (SLUCM 6911) for 600C Fontana Blvd – approved (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting – approved (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Havelock Board of Adjustment will hold a public meeting to approve minutes from April 2025, swear in a new member, elect officers, and vote on a special use permit for a church expansion project. The board will also address old and new business before adjourning.

• Special Use Permit (SUP) for church expansion at 600C Fontana Blvd., applicant New Commission Fellowship Church of God in Christ, owner RIM Forever LLC
• Tax parcel 6-220-094 listed for the project

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss several city operational items, including the replacement of a totaled ambulance and a bid dispute for a canal stabilization project. The meeting also includes a presentation on wildfire risk assessments for 4,284 parcels in Havelock.

• Request to transfer $185,895.85 from General Fund to purchase a replacement Medic 232 ambulance
• Proposed rejection of CC&R Land's bid for the McCotter Canal Bank Stabilization Project
• Agreement with Class A Services for a $15,500 fireworks display on November 5, 2025
• MOU amendment to transfer ownership of K-9 'Freddy' to the City for $1.00 for insurance purposes
• Appointments for the Appearance Commission and Library Board

The commissioners unanimously adopted the regular and consent agenda. They approved an amendment to transfer ownership of the police K‑9 “Freddy” to the city for $1.00. They also approved moving $185,895.85 from the General Fund to the EMS Capital Outlay to purchase a replacement ambulance (Medic 232).

• Adopted Regular and Consent Agenda (4-0)
• Approved K‑9 MOU Amendment transferring ownership of Freddy for $1.00 (4-0)
• Approved transfer of $185,895.85 from General Fund to EMS Capital Outlay for Medic 232 replacement (4-0)

Appearance Commission

The Havelock Community Appearance Commission accepted the minutes from the July 10, 2025 meeting after a motion and second, with all members in favor. The financial report noted a remaining balance of $5,000 and no pending expenditures. The Veteran's Day Memorial Display was tabled for the September meeting. The commission then adjourned the meeting.

• Accept July 10, 2025 minutes – passed (all in favor)
• Adjourn meeting – passed (all in favor)
• Veteran's Day Memorial Display – tabled for September meeting
• HCAC members to participate in Trunk Or Treat event

Board of Commissioners

The Havelock Board of Commissioners holds a work session to review grant closeouts for a $400,000 stormwater master plan and two $150,000 water/wastewater asset assessments funded by ARPA grants. Staff will also present a community mural proposal, facility repair requests for the Boys & Girls Club, proposed ordinance amendments on portable storage containers and vape stores, and a memorandum of understanding for a handler-owned K-9 unit.

• Close out $400K ARPA stormwater grant (Resolution #25-R-19)
• Close out two $150K ARPA water/wastewater asset inventory grants
• Consider $400K pedestrian lighting for U-3431 multi-use path
• Review Boys & Girls Club repairs at Webb Boulevard & High School Drive
• Discuss K-9 MOU for handler-owned canine in police operations

The Board unanimously approved the Work Session agenda and the Consent agenda. It then adopted Resolution 25‑R‑19, confirming receipt of the final Stormwater Master Planning deliverables and authorizing closeout of Grant No. SRP‑SW‑ARP‑0047. The Board also adopted Resolution 25‑R‑15, confirming completion of the Wastewater Asset Inventory deliverables and authorizing closeout of the related ARP grant.

• Approved Work Session agenda (5-0)
• Approved Consent agenda (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑R‑19 to close out $400,000 stormwater grant (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑R‑R‑15 to close out $150,000 wastewater asset inventory grant (5-0)

Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation

The Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation board meets to receive committee reports, discuss upcoming events like the 2026 gala and summer camp, and consider new committee appointments and vision development. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• 2026 Gala planning with speaker Judson Woodard
• Summer Camp 2025 after-action review and budget
• Fly-In event August 15, 2025 with booths and sponsorship packets
• ECAHF Vision Development Part 5 discussion
• New committees and appointments proposed

The Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation board approved the regular agenda, the consent agenda (including minutes from the July 11, 2025 meeting), and the budget report, all with unanimous votes. The meeting was then adjourned at 9:28 a.m. by unanimous consent.

• Approved Regular Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda – minutes from July 11, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Report (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:28 a.m. (unanimous)

Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation

The Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation Development Committee is meeting to coordinate upcoming events and organizational structure. Discussions include the 2026 Gala, a Fly-In event, and the appointment of new committees.

• 2026 Gala scheduled for February 20, 2026
• Fly-In event on August 15, 2025, from 5:00-7:00pm
• Fall Members and Partners Night on October 21 from 6pm-8pm
• Review of July 21-25, 2025 Summer Camp survey results and budget
• Discussion of new Committees and Appointments

The Development Committee approved the July 1, 2025 minutes with a unanimous vote. No other formal actions were taken on the 2026 Gala, summer camp, fly‑in, or new committee proposals. The meeting was adjourned at 4:18 pm after a motion that carried.

• Approved July 1, 2025 Development Committee minutes (unanimous)
• No formal decisions on 2026 Gala, Summer Camp, Fly‑In, or new committees
• Adjourned meeting at 4:18 pm (motion passed)

Planning Board

The Planning Board meeting scheduled for August 5, 2025, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Board of Adjustment

The July 30, 2025, Board of Adjustment meeting has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Cultural Arts Advisory Committee

The committee will vote on designs for a mural and a community art box mock-up. Members will also review summer bucket drumming and brainstorm future events. A presentation to the Board of Commissioners is scheduled for August 11, 2025.

• Vote on mural designs
• Vote on Community Art Box mock-up
• Review of Summer Bucket Drumming
• Brainstorming for play, stuntman presentation, and drawing classes in the park
• Discussion of multicultural dancing performance and Havelock Multicultural Farmers Market

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider a lease agreement for the Rachide Recreation Building and a resolution to increase the city's micro-purchase threshold. The Police Chief will also present a new Senior Safety Initiative. Other items include the routing of US 70 Business.

• Proposed 10-year lease for Boys & Girls Club at 199 Webb Boulevard for $1.00 annually
• Resolution #25-R-18 to increase micro-purchase threshold from $10,000 to $30,000
• Resolution #25-R-08A regarding the routing of US 70 Business
• Presentation of the Senior Safety Initiative – A Caring Check-In Program
• Review of July 14, 2025 Board Commissioners Workshop minutes

The Havelock Board of Commissioners adopted Resolution #25‑R‑08A, designating US 70 Business within the city. Commissioners also approved a 10‑year lease of the Rachide Recreation Building to the Boys & Girls Club of Coastal Plain by adopting Resolution #25‑R‑17. The Consent Agenda was revised to move the Pension Spike Notification to the Regular Agenda, and that amendment passed unanimously.

• Revised Consent Agenda to add Pension Spike Notification as Item 3A – approved unanimously (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution #25‑R‑08A approving US 70 Business routing within Havelock – approved (vote not recorded)
• Approved lease of 199 Webb Boulevard (Rachide Recreation Building) to Boys & Girls Club, adopting Resolution #25‑R‑17 – approved unanimously (5‑0)

Senior Center Advisory Committee

The committee reported that bathroom painting, the new dance floor, and security system installation are complete, while the mural will be delayed until next spring. Jeanne noted increased caregiver funding and plans a health fair for later in the year. Kelvin was asked to investigate adding electric outlets in the kitchen. No motions were approved or denied beyond routine adjournment.

• Kelvin to have someone investigate additional kitchen electric outlets (assigned)
• Meeting adjourned (motion made by John, seconded by Jackalee)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss general management, budget decision-making frameworks, and employee compensation philosophy. The meeting includes a consent agenda item regarding emergency medical services and reports on upcoming community events.

• FY 2025-26 Annual Craven County Ambulance Ordinance Agreement appropriation increase from $525,000 to $575,000
• Proposed draft UDO amendments regarding storage containers and dumpsters for August 11, 2025
• Proposed joint 250th Marine Corps Birthday celebration on November 5, 2025, requiring an MOU
• Hurricane Community Forum scheduled for July 21, 2025
• Discussion on governing body compensation and benefits

The Board approved the Work Session and Consent agendas and adopted amended minutes unanimously. The FY 2025‑26 Craven County Ambulance Ordinance appropriation was increased from $525,000 to $575,000. Board members reached a consensus to move forward with the new SharePoint project for document management.

• Approved Work Session agenda (4-0)
• Approved Consent agenda, including ambulance funding increase (consent agenda)
• Amended and adopted June 23 minutes unanimously (5-0)
• Proceed with SharePoint platform project (consensus)

Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation

The Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation Board of Directors will review committee reports and plan for upcoming events. The meeting includes updates on a youth summer camp and preparations for an August Fly-In.

• Summer Camp July 21-25, 2025 with 50 registered students
• Fly-In event scheduled for August 15, 2025
• Board of Directors reappointments for Tom Braaten, Mary Beth Fennell, Edmund Hughes, and Ben Hancock
• 2026 Gala scheduled for February 23, 2026
• Fall Members and Partners Night scheduled for October 21, 2025

The board approved the regular agenda and the consent agenda, which included the minutes from the June 13 meeting, without discussion. A motion to approve the June Budget Report was adopted, followed by approval of the overall Budget Report. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved Regular Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda – June 13 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June Budget Report (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Report (unanimous)

Appearance Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the June 12 meeting unanimously. Steve Powell was appointed to replace Anthony Ouellette as a commission member. Lorraine Butler was elected chairman and Haven Hepburn was elected vice chairman. The commission also approved the proposed procedure for the Fall/Halloween Yard Decorating Contest.

• Approved June 12 minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Steve Powell as new member, replacing Anthony Ouellette
• Elected Lorraine Butler as Chairman
• Elected Haven Hepburn as Vice Chairman
• Approved Fall/Halloween Yard Decorating Contest procedure (unanimous)
• Decided not to create an appointed inventory manager for storage

Cultural Arts Advisory Committee

The Cultural Arts Advisory Committee selected specific imagery for murals at the park and senior center. The body also discussed a community art box and potential performers for future events.

• Voted on 'postcard' design for park mural featuring images for each letter of 'Havelock'
• Voted on three sets of wings (adult, medium, and children) for park mural
• Proposed October 18, 2025, for the park mural public project
• Proposed early Spring 2026 for the senior center mural
• Discussed Hula Dance performance for April or May 2026 with a cost of $250-$350

The Cultural Arts Advisory Committee unanimously approved the June 5, 2025 meeting minutes. Members voted on the design elements for the park mural, including the letter images and wing motifs, and also voted on the senior‑center mural silhouette and icon changes. Specific members were assigned to set up the bucket‑drumming equipment on four dates in July, August and September. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved June 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Voted on park mural design elements (letter images and wing motifs)
• Voted on senior‑center mural silhouette and icon changes
• Assigned bucket‑drumming set‑up for July 11, 2025 – Veronica Campos‑Hallstrom
• Assigned bucket‑drumming set‑up for July 18, 2025 – Lacey Robinson
• Assigned bucket‑drumming set‑up for August 1, 2025 – Luwana Ferguson or Lisa Bundy
• Assigned bucket‑drumming set‑up for Sept. 12, 2025 – Luwana Ferguson or Lisa Bundy
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation

The Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation Development Committee is meeting to coordinate a summer camp and plan future events. The body is discussing logistics for a fly-in and a members and partners night.

• Summer Camp July 21-25, 2025 with 50 registered students
• Fly-In scheduled for August 15, 2025
• 2026 Gala scheduled for February 20, 2026
• Board of Directors reappointments for Tom Braaten, Mary Beth Fennell, Edmund Hughes, and Ben Hancock
• Fall Members and Partners Night on October 21, 2025

The committee approved the May and June 2025 Development Committee minutes unanimously. It approved a high‑school teacher as a volunteer for the July 21‑25 Summer Camp. The committee set the Fall Members and Partners Night for Oct. 21, 2025, chose the prior format, and assigned tasks for outreach and promotion.

• Approved May and June 2025 Development Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Approved high‑school teacher as qualified volunteer for Summer Camp
• Scheduled Fall Members and Partners Night for Oct 21, 2025
• Agreed to use previous event format featuring Summer Camp highlights and local food
• Agreed to contact Shortway Brewery for the event
• Assigned Pam Holder to develop the event flyer
• Set event hours from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Planning Board

The Planning Board meeting scheduled for July 1, 2025, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Board of Adjustment

The June 25, 2025, Board of Adjustment meeting has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider adopting the FY 2025-26 budget ordinance, fee schedule, and pay scale. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding the closure of a portion of Pulley Road and several governing body appointments.

• FY 2025-26 Budget: Tax levy of .72 per $100 valuation and fee increases for water, sewer, solid waste (7.5%), and planning/fire inspection (3%)
• Public hearing on the permanent closure of 340 feet at the end of Pulley Road (SR 1747)
• Proposed $12,000 appropriation from E911 Fund Balance for a UPS system installation by Recore, LLC ($55,305.71 total bid)
• Appointments for the Appearance Commission, Cultural Arts Advisory Committee, Board of Adjustment, and Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation
• Annual contracts with Havelock Chamber of Commerce for Visitor Information Center and Tourist & Event Center

The Board adopted the FY 2024‑2025 Budget Ordinance Amendment #3, which raises appropriations for several funds. Increases include $250,000 to the General Fund Finance account, $200,054.78 and $255,498.64 to Fire/EMS, $120,000 to the Water Fund, and $205,053.53 to the Sewer Fund. The Board also opened a public hearing on the proposed closure of a 340‑foot segment of Pulley Road (SR 1747). Additionally, the Board moved the minutes of the June 9, 2025 Budget Workshop to the regular agenda and approved the consent agenda items unanimously.

• Adopted FY 2024‑2025 Budget Ordinance Amendment #3
• Increased General Fund Finance appropriation by $250,000
• Increased Fire/EMS appropriations by $200,054.78 and $255,498.64
• Increased Water Fund expenditures by $120,000
• Increased Sewer Fund expenditures by $205,053.53
• Opened public hearing on intent to close 340‑foot portion of Pulley Road (5‑0)
• Moved minutes of June 9, 2025 Budget Workshop to regular agenda (5‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items, including minutes of May 28 and June 2 meetings (5‑0)

Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation

The Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation Board of Directors will review committee reports and operational updates. Discussions include the status of the July 2025 Summer Camp and planning for the August 15 Fly-In.

• Summer Camp July 21-25, 2025: 50 students accepted from 93 applications
• Fly-In August 15, 2025: Discussion of marketing plan, sponsorship, and booths
• 2026 Gala scheduled for February 23, 2026
• Review of Budget, Aircraft Curator, Exhibit, Education, Marketing, and Development reports

The Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation Board approved the regular agenda, the consent agenda and the budget report, each with a unanimous vote. The Board discussed old business, including a recommendation to invite Judson Woodard as the 2026 Gala speaker and updates on the July summer camp, t‑shirt production, and volunteer needs. No new business was introduced. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved regular agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved budget report (unanimous)
• Recommended moving forward with Judson Woodard as 2026 Gala speaker (agreement noted, no formal vote)
• Confirmed Boardwalk Tee Shirts awarded bid for camp t‑shirts (informational)
• Requested volunteers for Parachute Drag activity at upcoming Fly‑In (volunteers offered)
• Requested assistance with video production for summer camp final presentation (assistance requested)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Appearance Commission

The commission accepted the May 81, 2025 minutes with a single amendment. It approved a new storage cleaning and maintenance procedure after a motion by Glenda Strunk, seconded by Ashley Kyle, with all members in favor. Michael O' Rourke was appointed as a new commission member effective June 2, 2025. Chair Anthony Ouellette announced his resignation.

• Accepted May 81, 2025 minutes with amendment (motion by Glenda Strunk, seconded by Jason Gibbs Jr., passed)
• Approved storage cleaning and maintenance procedure (motion by Glenda Strunk, seconded by Ashley Kyle, all in favor)
• Appointed Michael O' Rourke as new HCAC member (effective June 2, 2025, to replace Carrie Finney)
• Approved Yard of the Month July winner Zone 4 (Hollywood Blvd and Woodhaven side of Hwy 70) with 315 votes
• Approved Pride of Havelock July winner: Mucho Bueno Mexican StreetFood & Tequila
• Formed Tree Lighting Jubilee committee (Co‑Lead Ashley Kyle, members Karen Lewis, Haven Hepburn, Michael O' Rourke, volunteer Jason Gibbs Jr.)
• Approved motion to adjourn (motion by Che Hurt Ward, seconded by Jason Gibbs Jr., all in favor)

Board of Commissioners

The Board approved allocating $120,000 from the Water Fund Retained Earnings to Distribution M&R Line Maintenance for sewer line and water line repairs. The motion was made by Commissioner Cantey, seconded by Commissioner Walsh, and passed unanimously with a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote. No other substantive budget decisions were finalized at this session.

• Allocate $120,000 for water and sewer line repairs (5-0)
• Adjourn meeting (5-0)
• Tax rate and COLA proposals discussed, no vote taken

Cultural Arts Advisory Committee

The committee discussed scheduling two mural projects for September and October 2025 and the design process for a city Art Box. Members also brainstormed future events including an Art-In-The-Park event and collaborations with the North Carolina Plein Air Art Festival.

• Proposed September and October 2025 dates for mural projects, including City Park bathroom murals
• Requirement for Coast Guard logo inclusion in Senior Center mural samples
• Proposed combined Art Box and Art Supply Box display
• Establishment of approval workflow for Art Box design: committee, Kelvin Hardesty, city manager, and board members
• Brainstorming for Art-In-The-Park and local film-maker presentations

The Cultural Arts Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the April and May meetings without changes. No other motions were adopted; the remainder of the meeting consisted of discussion about mural scheduling, the Art Box design, and upcoming community art events. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved April and May minutes (unanimous)

Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation

The Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation Development Committee is reviewing final preparations for a Summer Camp and planning for a Fly-In and Gala. The body is discussing logistics, marketing, and participant demographics.

• Summer Camp July 21-25, 2025: 50 students accepted from 93 applications
• Fly-In scheduled for August 15, 2025, from 5pm-7pm
• 2026 Gala scheduled for February 20, 2026
• Discussion of Fly-In marketing plan, sponsorship packets, and booths

The Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation Development Committee met on June 3, 2025 but did not have a quorum, so no official approvals or votes were recorded. The minutes could not be approved, and the only formal action was a motion to adjourn, which was carried. No decisions on the summer camp, gala, fly‑in, or board reappointments were finalized.

• Minutes not approved (no quorum)
• Motion to adjourn carried (no vote tally recorded)

Planning Board

The Planning Board meeting scheduled for June 3, 2025, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed FY 2025-26 budget, including potential fee schedule and pay scale changes. The body will also consider the sale of a property on Hollywood Blvd and the adoption of a regional hazard mitigation plan.

• Public hearing for FY 2025-26 Proposed Budget
• Resolution #25-R-12 to accept the offer for 514A Hollywood Blvd
• Resolution #25-R-14 to approve the Pamlico Sound Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan update
• Appointment of one individual to the Appearance Commission
• Proposed fee schedule changes and pay and classification scale

The Board unanimously adopted the Regular and Consent Agendas presented. They also unanimously approved a motion to open the public hearing on the FY 2025‑26 proposed budget. Both motions passed with a 5‑0 vote.

• Adopted Regular and Consent Agenda (5‑0)
• Opened public hearing on FY 2025‑26 budget (5‑0)

Board of Commissioners

The commissioners unanimously approved extending the Rachide Recreation Center lease to July 31, 2025 and adopted Resolution #25‑R‑13. They also unanimously voted to pay off the fire‑truck loan early for $255,498.64 and reallocate $56,384 to the CIP fund. The board directed staff to adjust the FY2025‑26 budget to a 2‑cent tax increase with 1 cent taken from the general fund and scheduled a third budget workshop for June 9, 2025.

• Approved lease extension to July 31, 2025 and adopted Resolution #25‑R‑13 (5‑0)
• Approved early payoff of fire‑truck loan for $255,498.64 and CIP reallocation (5‑0)
• Directed staff to adjust tax increase to 2 cents with 1 cent from general fund
• Scheduled third budget workshop for June 9, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
• Motion to adjourn carried unanimously (5‑0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for May 28, 2025, has been cancelled. The case previously scheduled was removed from the agenda.

Board of Commissioners

The commissioners reviewed the FY2025-26 proposed budget but took no official action on it. A motion to recess the meeting until 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 to continue budget discussions was carried unanimously (4‑0). The meeting adjourned at 7:32 p.m.

• Recessed budget discussion until May 28, 2025 (4‑0)
• No action taken on FY2025-26 proposed budget
• Meeting adjourned at 7:32 p.m.

Senior Center Advisory Committee

The committee appointed Patty Kieffer as secretary, Barbara Krantz as chairperson, and Scotty Sanner as vice chairperson. No other decisions were made; the meeting included updates on a mural, bathroom remodel, a new video, and an upcoming advocacy event. The next meeting is scheduled for July 17 at 10:15 a.m.

• Appointed Patty Kieffer as secretary
• Appointed Barbara Krantz as chairperson
• Appointed Scotty Sanner as vice chairperson

Board of Commissioners

The Havelock Board of Commissioners placed the request for two additional paramedics ($140,985), the replacement of the Medic 231 ambulance ($75,000), and a new parks maintenance worker ($54,478) into the parking lot for future consideration. No immediate funding was approved for these items. Remaining budget items will be discussed at the next budget session.

• Two paramedics request $140,985 placed in parking lot (deferred)
• Medic 231 ambulance replacement $75,000 placed in parking lot (deferred)
• Parks Maintenance Worker $54,478 placed in parking lot (deferred)

Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation

The Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation Board will hear committee reports and discuss old business, including a 2026 gala featuring MajGen Charles Bolden and a summer camp with 93 applicants. New business includes setting a fall partnership date, handling board member term expirations, and electing four board director recommendations to the City of Havelock Board of Commissioners.

• 2026 Gala scheduled for February 23, 2026, featuring MajGen Charles Bolden
• Summer Camp July 21-25, 2025: 93 applications received, 4 needs-based scholarship requests, student selection completed May 1st
• Fly-In event on August 15, 2025 (5pm-7pm) with discussion of marketing plan and sponsorship packet
• Board member terms expiring June 30, 2025: Tom Braaten, Mary Beth Fennell, Ed Hughes, Ben Hancock
• Election of four Board of Director recommendations to the City of Havelock Board of Commissioners

The Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation board unanimously approved the regular and consent agendas, as well as the budget report. The board extended the timeframe for securing a guest speaker for the 2026 Gala and scheduled the Fall Partnership event for October 21, 2025. Members were unanimously recommended for reappointment to the City Board of Commissioners, and the Vision Development discussion was tabled. The meeting was adjourned at 9:20 a.m.

• Approved Regular Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda (minutes from April 11, 2025) (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Report (unanimous)
• Extended timeframe for Chairman to secure 2026 Gala guest speaker (unanimous)
• Scheduled Fall Partnership event for Oct 21, 2025 (unanimous)
• Recommended reappointment of Tom Braaten, Mary Beth Fennell, Ed Hughes, Ben Hancock to Board of Commissioners (unanimous)
• Tabled Vision Development Part 4 discussion for next meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:20 a.m. (unanimous)

Appearance Commission

The commission voted to allocate the remaining budget from the April event to purchase storage tubs. 330 Lee Drive was selected as the June Yard of the Month winner for Zone 3. Friendly Pawn was named the June Pride of Havelock winner. The meeting was formally adjourned at 7:44 p.m.

• Approved use of remaining budget for storage tubs (unanimous)
• Selected 330 Lee Drive as June Yard of the Month winner
• Selected Friendly Pawn as June Pride of Havelock winner
• Adjourned meeting at 7:44 p.m.

Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation

The Development Committee of the Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation will discuss updates on the upcoming summer camp, including 93 applications received and 4 scholarship requests, and note that the scheduled NASA downlink will not occur. Other items include planning for the 2026 gala, a fly-in event, and board member term expirations.

• Summer camp July 21-25: 93 applications (58 male, 35 female; grades 4-6) from counties including 77 from Craven
• Needs-based scholarship requests: 4
• Downlink canceled because camp date does not fit with NASA date
• 2026 gala scheduled for February 20, 2026 – speaker discussion
• Fly-in August 15, 2025 (5pm-7pm) and marketing/sponsorship packet discussion

The Development Committee unanimously approved the April 1, 2025 meeting minutes. It accepted a $50 increase for Summer Camp t‑shirts and recommended October 21, 2025 as the date for the Fall Partnership event. The committee also recommended renewing all expiring board member terms and keeping Tom Braaten as chair. The meeting was adjourned at 4:05 pm.

• Approved April 1, 2025 Development Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted $50 additional cost for Summer Camp t‑shirts (committee)
• Recommended October 21, 2025 as Fall Partnership date (committee)
• Recommended renewal of all expiring board member terms (committee)
• Recommended Tom Braaten remain as Board Chair (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn passed (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Havelock Planning Board will review the Pamlico Sound Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan and make a recommendation to adopt a city resolution. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the rest is procedural.

• Review and recommendation to adopt city resolution for Pamlico Sound Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan

The board approved the April 1, 2025 meeting minutes without a reading, voting 6‑0. It then moved to forward a resolution recommending the City adopt the updated Pamlico Sound Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan, also passing 6‑0. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved April 1, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Forwarded recommendation to adopt Pamlico Sound Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan to Commissioners (6-0)
• Motion to adjourn passed (6-0)

Board of Commissioners

The commissioners voted unanimously to enter a closed‑session meeting under NCGS 143‑318.11(a)(6) for personnel matters. They then voted unanimously to adjourn the meeting. No other business or substantive decisions were taken.

• Entered closed session (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Cultural Arts Advisory Committee

The Cultural Arts Advisory Committee will discuss mural concepts and the status of Board of Commissioners approval, receive updates on the Community Art Box project (mock-ups, cost estimates, volunteers), and hear a report from the April 26 Trash-to-treasure event. New business includes a CAAC banner and events brainstorming.

• Mural Subcommittee: concepts and Board of Commissioners approval
• Community Art Box: update on mock-ups, cost estimates, and volunteers through HHS
• Trash-to-treasure: report from April 26, 2025 event
• New business: CAAC banner discussion
• New business: events brainstorming

The committee unanimously approved the March meeting minutes. A motion to switch the order of the mural projects was passed with no opposition, making the Senior Center mural the first project and the City Park restroom building the second. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous motion.

• Approved March minutes (unanimous)
• Approved switch of mural project locations (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment of meeting (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Havelock Board of Adjustment will meet on April 30, 2025, to review two cases: a special use permit for motor vehicle and motorcycle sales at 501 E. Main Street, and a variance request for a property at 1325 Lake Road. The board will also approve minutes from the February 26, 2025 meeting.

• Special Use Permit (Case #25.03) for motor vehicle and motorcycle sales at 501 E. Main Street (Tax Parcels: 6-067-061 & 6-067-062)
• Variance Request (Case #V25.01) for 1325 Lake Road (Tax Parcel: 6-218-036)

The Board of Adjustment approved a Special Use Permit for a new automobile repair facility at 370 US Hwy 70 West, voting unanimously (5-0). Earlier, the board also approved the public hearing and subsequent approval of that permit, also by a 5-0 vote. In addition, the board authorized a public hearing for Grevelding Property Holdings' request for motor vehicle sales, automobile repair, and equipment rental permits, with a unanimous vote. The October 30, 2024 minutes were approved without dissent.

• Approved dispensing reading of Oct 30, 2024 minutes (5-0)
• Approved Oct 30, 2024 minutes as presented (5-0)
• Approved public hearing for Express Oil special use permit (SLUCM #6410) (5-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for Express Oil automobile repair facility at 370 US Hwy 70 West (5-0)
• Approved public hearing for Grevelding Property Holdings' special use permits (SLUCM #5511, #6410, #6394) (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The board will vote on a final resolution to accept an offer for 206 Hollywood Boulevard, a jointly-owned property with Craven County, after an upset bid period yielded no competing bids. They will also consider a resolution to initiate the upset bid process for 514-A Hollywood Boulevard. Other business includes a budget ordinance amendment, a proclamation for National Public Works Week, appointments to the Cultural Arts Advisory Committee and Appearance Commission, and a monthly financial presentation.

• Final resolution to sell 206 Hollywood Boulevard (no upset bids received)
• Initiate upset bid process for 514-A Hollywood Boulevard
• FY 2024-2025 Budget Ordinance Amendment Number Two
• Proclamation declaring May 18-24, 2025 as National Public Works Week
• Appointments to Cultural Arts Advisory Committee and Appearance Commission

The Board approved the appointment of one individual to the Havelock Cultural Arts Advisory Committee. It also approved the appointment of four individuals to the Appearance Commission. Both motions passed unanimously with a 5-0 vote.

• Appointed one member to Cultural Arts Advisory Committee (unanimous 5-0)
• Appointed four members to Appearance Commission (unanimous 5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Havelock Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss several items including a $254,525 improvement request from the Boys & Girls Club, a process evaluation update for the Wastewater Treatment Plant, and options for building inspection staffing. The Board will also review proposed text amendments to regulate portable storage containers and vape stores, and consider a resolution to rename US 70 through Havelock to US 70 Business. All items are for discussion and Board guidance; no final decisions are scheduled at this meeting.

• Boys & Girls Club requesting $254,525 for facility improvements at the Rachide Building
• Review of WWTP process evaluation needs; last study was in 2007
• Options for building inspections staffing including contracting with Newport or Craven County
• Proposed text amendments for portable storage containers and vape store regulations
• Resolution to rename US 70 through Havelock to US 70 Business

The Board unanimously approved the Work Session and Consent agenda (5-0). Commissioners agreed to direct staff to present the wastewater treatment plant process‑evaluation study at the May budget workshop for FY 25/26. The Board also directed staff to bring the Boys & Girls Club $254,525 facility‑improvement funding request to the upcoming budget meeting.

• Approved Work Session and Consent agenda (5-0 unanimous)
• Directed staff to bring WWTP process‑evaluation study to May budget workshop
• Directed staff to bring Boys & Girls Club $254,525 facility funding request to budget meeting

Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation

The Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation board will discuss committee reports, old business including the 2026 Gala and Summer Camp (80 applications received, scholarships offered), and new business such as an August Fly-In. The meeting covers operational updates and upcoming events.

• Summer Camp July 21-25 with 80 applications, 7 scholarship requests, 4 accepted at elementary schools
• 2026 Gala on February 23, 2026, with possible speaker MajGen Charles Bolden
• Fly-In August 15, 2025, from 5:00-7:00pm
• Student Selection Meeting for camp on May 1st at 3:45pm
• STEM East Industry in Schools Event after-action report

The Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation board approved the regular agenda and the consent agenda (minutes from March 14, 2025) without discussion, each motion carried unanimously. The board also approved the FY 2025 budget report unanimously. Discussion of Vision Development Part 4 was tabled for the next meeting.

• Approved Regular Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda minutes from March 14, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2025 budget report (unanimous)
• Tabled Vision Development Part 4 for next meeting

Appearance Commission

This document is the minutes of the April 10, 2025 Havelock Community Appearance Commission meeting, not an agenda for a future meeting. The commission finalised plans for the Plant Swap (April 26) and Salute the Boot (May 26) events, including votes on procedures and plant donations. Yard of the Month and Pride of Havelock winners for May were selected. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 8, 2025.

• Approval of procedures for Salute the Boot event on May 26, 2025
• Donation of leftover plants to Havelock City beds, Senior center, and FFA groups
• Yard of the Month May winner: China Lane (Zone 2, Tucker Creek/McDonald Downs)
• Pride of Havelock May winner: Craze Nutrition
• Storage cleaning and inventory schedule approved for May meeting

The commission approved a donation order for any plants remaining after the April 26 Plant Swap, directing them first to Havelock City beds, then to the senior center, and finally to local FFA groups. The commission also approved the procedures for the May 19 "Salute the Boot" event unanimously. A cleaning and inventory schedule for storage was adopted, and winners for the Yard of the Month and Pride of Havelock awards were selected.

• Approved donation order for leftover Plant Swap plants (first to city beds, then senior center, then FFA groups)
• Approved Salute the Boot procedures (all in favor)
• Approved storage cleaning and inventory schedule (motion passed)
• Selected China Lane as Yard of the Month winner for Zone 2
• Selected Craze Nutrition as Pride of Havelock winner
• Motion to adjourn meeting passed

Cultural Arts Advisory Committee

The Cultural Arts Advisory Committee voted to swap the order of two mural projects, making the Senior Center Mural first and the Havelock City Park restroom mural second. Members reviewed design samples from Bank of the Arts, considered paint dates in late May and early June, and discussed the Earth Day Trash to Treasure event where cash prizes are prohibited but gift cards may be offered. The committee also discussed signage options and next steps for the community art box project.

• Approved motion to swap mural locations: Senior Center first, City Park restroom second
• Reviewed silhouette design samples from Bank of the Arts; considered paint dates May 30-31 and June 7
• Earth Day Trash to Treasure: cash prizes disallowed by city policy, pre-purchased gift cards allowed
• Community Art Box: Havelock High School developing mock-up; alternative builders considered due to time constraints
• Discussed ordering CAAC signs from vendors like ABC, TAG, Staples; in-house banner possible

The Cultural Arts Advisory Committee unanimously approved the March meeting minutes. It voted to change the order of mural projects, making the Senior Center mural the first project and the Havelock City Park restroom building mural the second, with no opposition. The committee noted that cash prizes for the Earth Day Trash‑to‑Treasure event cannot be awarded due to city policy and will instead seek donations or gift cards using city letterhead. Judges for the event will be two committee members and Commissioner Cynthia Evans‑Robinson.

• Approved March minutes (unanimous)
• Approved switch of mural locations: Senior Center first, City Park restroom second (unanimous)
• Will contact Jonathan Burger (Bank of the Arts) to confirm paint‑day date
• Craven Arts Council/Bank of the Arts to provide mural event flyer
• Cash prizes for Earth Day event prohibited by city policy
• Will seek donations or gift cards using City of Havelock letterhead
• Judges for Earth Day event set as two committee members and Commissioner Cynthia Evans‑Robinson

Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation

The Development Committee reviews progress on the July 21-25 summer camp, including 70 applications received, 8 needs-based scholarship requests, and a NASA downlink schedule submitted. The committee also discusses a STEM East Industry in Schools event on April 7 and plans for an August 15 fly-in. No final decisions are recorded; items remain under discussion.

• Summer camp: 70 applications (42 males, 28 females), 8 scholarship requests, 23 students from Craven County Schools AIG
• Scholarship offer to 7 elementary schools with 3 accepted so far
• NASA downlink schedule submitted
• STEM East Industry in Schools event on Monday, April 7, 2025, 9am-11am @ TEC
• Fly-In scheduled for August 15, 2025, 5:00-7:00pm with booth discussion

The committee unanimously approved the March 4, 2025 Development Committee minutes. It agreed to proceed with the participant list from the previous year for the August 15, 2025 Fly‑In event. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 4:20 pm.

• limmie Green motion to approve March 4, 2025 minutes – carried unanimously
• Committee agreed to move forward with previous year’s participant list for the August 15, 2025 Fly‑In
• Tom Braaten motion to adjourn – carried unanimously at 4:20 pm

Planning Board

The Planning Board will receive updates on the Tucker Pointe Townhomes and NCDOT projects. The body will also discuss directives from the Board of Commissioners regarding city appearance and development processes.

• Proposed regulations for vape shops
• Board of Commissioners directives on storage containers and dumpsters
• BOC directive to streamline development processes
• Tucker Pointe Townhomes update
• NC Department of Transportation project updates

The Planning Board voted 4-0 to dispense with reading the January 7, 2025 minutes and then accepted them as presented. The board also voted 4-0 to adjourn the meeting at 6:25 p.m. No other business was acted upon.

• Dispensed reading of Jan 7 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Accepted Jan 7 2025 minutes as presented (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for March 26, 2025, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hold a public hearing on amending the CAMA Future Land Use Map for a townhome project at 735 US 70 West. They will also consider a resolution opposing NC Senate Bill 382 that restricts down-zoning, an offer to purchase 206 Hollywood Boulevard, the February 2025 financial report, and appointments to the Senior Center Advisory Committee.

• Public hearing on CAMA Land Use Plan amendment to reclassify 735 US 70 West as High Density Residential for Tucker Pointe Townhomes
• Resolution #25-R-05 opposing NC Senate Bill 382 (down-zoning restrictions)
• Offer to purchase and upset bid process for 206 Hollywood Boulevard
• Monthly financial presentation for February 2025
• Appointments to the Senior Center Advisory Committee (three seats)

The Board adopted a resolution amending the CAMA Land Use Plan to classify the 16.08‑acre site at 735 US 70 West as High Density Residential. It also adopted a resolution to start the upset‑bid process for the city’s 206 Hollywood Boulevard property. The meeting’s regular and consent agendas were approved and the session was adjourned unanimously.

• Adopted Regular Agenda (4-0)
• Adopted Consent Agenda (4-0)
• Opened public hearing on land‑use amendment (4-0)
• Closed public hearing on land‑use amendment (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 925‑R‑06 amending Future Land Use Map to High Density Residential (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 92.5‑R‑04 initiating upset‑bid process for 206 Hollywood Boulevard (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Senior Center Advisory Committee

The committee approved the Arts Committee project to paint a mural at the senior center, with dates to be set for the fall. The bathroom will not receive tile replacement. The security system is slated for future replacement by Public Works. The meeting was adjourned.

• Approved Arts Committee mural project (no vote tally recorded)
• Decided no tile replacement for bathroom
• Motion to adjourn adopted

Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation

The board will hear committee reports and discuss old business including the 2025 Gala recap, summer camp (40 applications, 6 scholarship requests, NASA downlink), and website analytics. New business includes a STEM East Industry in Schools event planned for April 7. The meeting is largely administrative and informational.

• Summer camp: 40 applications (26 male, 14 female), 6 scholarship requests, NASA downlink schedule submitted
• 2025 Gala (Feb 21) budget and after-action discussion
• STEM East Industry in Schools Event on April 7 at the Tourist & Event Center
• 4 teachers confirmed for summer camp, 1 no response, 1 referral
• Website analytics review

The Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation board approved the regular and consent agendas, the budget report, and up to $250 for snacks at the STEM East Industry in Schools event. The F-4 repainting contract was sent for rebid due to inaccurate measurements and higher paint costs. The board discussed the 2025 Gala, summer camp updates, and plans for the April 7 STEM event.

• Approved regular agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Feb 14, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved budget report (unanimous)
• Approved up to $250 for snacks at STEM East event (unanimous)
• F-4 repainting contract sent for rebid

Appearance Commission

The Commission discussed improving communication with city staff and updated its FY 2026 budget and event leadership. The body also established a new attendance policy regarding membership termination for unexcused absences.

• Appointment of FY 2026 event leaders for 'Make Havelock Shine' and 'Salute the Boot'
• Selection of Mavis Tires & Brakes at 174 U.S. Hwy 70 W for April's Pride of Havelock
• Approval of Sub Committee General Policy & Procedures
• Establishment of a three-unexcused-absence limit for membership termination
• Financial report showing a total balance of 1,184.52

The Havelock Community Appearance Commission approved minutes from three prior meetings and adopted a revised attendance policy that automatically terminates members with three unexcused absences in 12 months. They assigned team leaders for FY2026 events, updated the FY2026 budget, and selected Mavis Tires & Brakes as April's Pride of Havelock. Two items—storage cleaning schedule and expanding HCAC by two seats—were tabled for a later date.

• Approved minutes for Jan 9, Feb 13, and Feb 28 special meeting (motion by Lewis, second by Butler)
• Adopted attendance policy: 3 unexcused absences in 12 months results in automatic termination
• Assigned FY2026 event team leaders (Make Havelock Shine, Salute the Boot, etc.)
• Updated FY2026 budget with line item changes
• Selected Mavis Tires & Brakes, 174 U.S. Hwy 70 W, as April Pride of Havelock
• Tabled storage cleaning/inventory schedule
• Tabled discussion on expanding HCAC by 2 seats

Board of Commissioners

This two-day planning retreat includes discussions and potential decisions on grants, capital items, and departmental plans. Key items are authorizations to apply for BRIC grants for a stormwater study and a $10M construction project on McCotter Canal. The board will also review police body cameras, utility finances, and personnel requests.

• Authorization to apply for BRIC Grant for a Stormwater Engineering Study of McCotter Canal
• Authorization to apply for BRIC Construction Grant – McCotter Canal Project ($10M)
• Police Department: Body & In-Car Cameras
• Technology – Munis Software Upgrades
• Fort Macon Site and Phoenix Park project planning

The Havelock Board of Commissioners held its annual planning retreat on March 4-5, 2025, to prepare for the upcoming budget season. The Board approved several actions, including authorizing a BRIC grant application for a McCotter Canal drainage study, reallocating $43,100 for a concrete floor, and approving an immediate upgrade of police body and in-car cameras for $277,956. The Board also gave direction on various personnel requests, code updates, and future planning items, with many items slated for further discussion during budget meetings.

• Authorized the City to apply for a BRIC Grant for a Stormwater Engineering Study of the McCotter Canal (5-0).
• Reallocated $43,100.00 to fund the concrete floor of the new public services storage building (5-0).
• Approved Option 2 for police camera upgrade: immediate upgrade using $143,000 CIP balance plus $134,956 fund balance, totaling $277,956 (5-0).
• Concurred to review budgeting for the implementation of SaaS for the MUNIS software platform in FY25-26.
• Directed staff to prepare a draft text amendment to regulate Portable Storage Containers in the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO).
• Directed staff to prepare an ordinance for Vape/E-Cigarette/Hemp regulation and review amendments to Subdivision Regulations.
• Gave direction to change Fire Department titles, add three Captains positions, and bring a request for 2 Paramedics to budget meetings as an issue paper.
• Agreed to restructure the City's mission statement and begin the process of creating a new strategic plan starting in July.

Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation

The committee will review old business including a post-gala after-action discussion, summer camp planning with 32 applications received (19 male, 13 female) and 4 scholarship requests, and a NASA downlink schedule. New business includes discussing a STEM East Industry in Schools event on April 7, 2025. Minutes from the February 4, 2025 meeting will be approved.

• Approval of February 4, 2025 meeting minutes
• Summer camp applications: 32 received (19 male, 13 female, grades 4-6) with 4 scholarship requests
• NASA downlink schedule submitted for discussion
• Morehead Planetarium outreach program update
• New Business: STEM East Industry in Schools event on April 7, 2025

The ECAHF Development Committee approved the February minutes, reviewed the 2025 Gala budget (noting outstanding sponsorships), and discussed plans for the upcoming Summer Camp and STEM East event. The committee also approved using remaining gala marketing funds for parting gifts and reviewed a draft Fly In flyer.

• Approved February 4, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved using remaining gala marketing funds for laser-engraved parting gift cups
• Reviewed Gala 2025 budget; noted not all committed sponsorships received
• Discussed Summer Camp 2025 (July 21-25) with 4 committed teachers, 32 applications, $125 tuition
• Discussed STEM East Industry in Schools event (April 7 at Havelock TEC)
• Reviewed draft Fly In flyer; no changes requested
• Discussed PicRights notification; determined to be a scam and disregarded

Cultural Arts Advisory Committee

The Cultural Arts Advisory Committee reviewed a sample flyer for a future downtown mural and discussed scheduling the Havelock Community Paint Day on May 30, 2025, paired with Music in the Park. They approved trophy costs of $24, $20, and $16 for the Earth Day Trash to Treasure contest. The committee also discussed the Community Art Box project and participation in the Chamber of Commerce Artisan Affair.

• Potential paint day date: May 30, 2025 (with Music in the Park) or May 3 (conflict with Farmer's Market)
• Earth Day trophy costs approved: 12-inch ($24), 10-inch ($20), 8-inch ($16)
• Committee reviewed sample mural flyer from Craven Arts Council
• Final mural design may be presented to city council on March 24 or April 14, 2025
• Discussed need for a Cultural Arts Committee banner or sign

The Cultural Arts Advisory Committee approved $60 in trophy costs for the Earth Day Trash to Treasure event and discussed scheduling the Havelock Community Paint Day for May 30, 2025. The committee also reviewed a sample mural flyer and discussed presenting the final design to the city in late March or April. No other formal votes were taken.

• Approved $60 for three Earth Day trophies (unanimous)
• Discussed May 30, 2025 for Community Paint Day (no vote)
• Discussed presenting mural design on March 24 or April 14 (no vote)

Appearance Commission

The Havelock Community Appearance Commission held a special meeting on February 28, 2025, and made several decisions regarding events for fiscal year 2026. They adopted new events including Trunk or Treat, Halloween Decoration Contest, City Beautification program, and Mailbox Decoration Contest (4-3). They also assigned team leads for various events and tabled several items, including the FY 2026 budget, for the regular March meeting.

• Adopted Trunk or Treat as new event (all in favor)
• Adopted Halloween Decoration Contest as new event (all in favor)
• Adopted City Beautification program (all in favor)
• Adopted Mailbox Decoration Contest (4-3)
• Tabled Make Havelock Shine, Salute the Boot, Tourist and Event Center Salute to Veterans, and FY 2026 budget for March meeting
• Approved revisions to Plant Swap subcommittee procedures (all in favor)
• Assigned team leads for Yard of the Month, Pride of Havelock, Veterans Day memorial, Tree Lighting Jubilee, Plant Swap, and Mailbox Decoration Contest

Appearance Commission

The Havelock Appearance Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss three agenda items: a Plant Swap/Spring Festival, upcoming events and programs for 2025-2026, and the commission's budget for fiscal year 2025-26. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is focused on planning and discussion.

• Plant Swap/Spring Festival discussion
• Havelock Appearance Commission 2025/2026 Events & Programs
• Havelock Appearance Commission FY 2025-26 Budget

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a resolution to allow the relocation of billboards impacted by NCDOT HWY 70 widening. The meeting includes a financial report for January 2025 and several governing body appointments.

• Resolution #25-R-03 regarding relocation and reconstruction of outdoor advertising signs
• Contract to audit FY 2024-2025 accounts with Martin Starnes & Associates for $65,695
• Proposed public hearing on March 24, 2025, for Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA) Land Use Plan amendment
• Appointments for the Library Board, Appearance Commission, and Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation
• Presentation of the Order of the Long Leaf Pine Award to Mr. Theron McCabe

The Havelock Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted Resolution #25-R-03, which permits nonconforming billboards in the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction to be relocated and reconstructed on the same parcel when required by NCDOT or other public condemnor acquisitions, such as the US 70 widening project. The board also approved the consent agenda, including a $65,695 audit contract with Martin Starnes & Associates, and made appointments to the Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation, Library Board, and Appearance Commission.

• Adopted Resolution #25-R-03 allowing billboard relocation/reconstruction for NCDOT acquisitions (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $65,695 audit contract with Martin Starnes & Associates (5-0)
• Appointed David Rose as FRC East Representative to Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation (5-0)
• Appointed Dorothy Usa to Library Board for term ending Dec 31, 2025 (5-0)
• Removed Susana Guijarro from Appearance Commission due to unexcused absences (5-0)
• Appointed Kristen Sanner to Appearance Commission for term ending Apr 30, 2027 (5-0)

Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation

The Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation Board of Directors will meet to review committee reports and discuss old business, including the upcoming 2025 Gala on February 21, a declination letter from NASA, and planning for the summer camp focused on rockets. New business includes a full-page ad for the Carteret County Business Directory.

• 2025 Gala on February 21, 2025, with raffle items and sponsor updates
• Declination letter from NASA regarding a Space Station Downlink
• Summer Camp July 21-25, 2025, themed 'Rockets' and scholarship for each Havelock elementary school
• AIG Partnership and curriculum development for summer camp
• Full-page ad for Carteret County Business Directory as new business

The Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation Board approved a $695 full-page ad in the Carteret County Business Directory, contingent on updating the photo. They also voted to request Havelock Board of Commissioners approval to fill the FRC Ex-Officio Non-Voting seat with David Rose. The board approved the agenda, consent agenda, and budget report unanimously, and discussed Gala logistics, summer camp plans, and vision development.

• Approved $695 full-page ad in Carteret County Business Directory, with photo update (unanimous)
• Approved motion to request Havelock Board of Commissioners approval to fill FRC Ex-Officio seat with David Rose (unanimous)
• Approved Regular Agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including January 10, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Report as presented (unanimous)

Appearance Commission

The Havelock Community Appearance Commission met on February 13, 2025, but took no formal votes or final decisions. All substantive items—attendance policy revision, member term extensions, FY 2026 events and budget—were deferred to the next regular meeting on March 13, 2025. The commission discussed upcoming events, including the Plant Swap and Salute the Boot, and noted a financial balance of $534.

• No formal decisions made; all items tabled to March 13, 2025 meeting
• Jason Gibbs accepted seat renewal to April 30, 2028
• Ashley Kyle accepted seat renewal to April 30, 2028
• Anthony Ouellette accepted seat renewal to April 30, 2028
• Carrie Finney's seat renewal pending decision at March 13 meeting
• Attendance policy revision to be voted on at March 13 meeting
• FY 2026 events and budget to be voted on at March 13 meeting

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss and potentially decide on a conditional zoning application for a 126-unit townhome development at 735 US Highway 70 West, along with seeking authorization for 911 communications center upgrades ($87,303 total) and a police vehicle maintenance fund transfer ($19,375). Economic development direction and brief reports on vehicle funding and upcoming events are also on the agenda.

• Conditional Zoning District application for 23 townhome buildings (126 units) at 735 US Highway 70 West
• 911 Communications Center upgrades: $72,763 from E911 fund for furniture/consoles, $14,540 from General Fund for remodel
• Police M&R Vehicles funding request: transfer $19,375.61 from General Fund Fund Balance for accident repairs
• Economic development discussion seeking board direction on growth initiatives
• Consent agenda includes ethics training resolution and acceptance of federal recovery funds with nondiscrimination policy

The Board unanimously approved spending $72,763.10 from E911 funds for new dispatch furniture and consoles, and $14,540 from the General Fund for a 911 center remodel. It also approved a conditional zoning district for a 126-unit townhome development at 735 US Highway 70 West, despite inconsistency with the Future Land Use Map, citing changed highway access conditions. Additionally, the Board transferred $19,375.61 for police vehicle repairs and approved several consent agenda items, including ethics training and a nondiscrimination policy.

• Approved $72,763.10 E911 fund purchase for dispatch center furniture and consoles (5-0)
• Approved $14,540 General Fund remodel of 911 Communications Center (5-0)
• Approved conditional zoning for 126 townhome units at 735 US Hwy 70 West (5-0)
• Approved $19,375.61 transfer for police vehicle maintenance (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including ethics training source and nondiscrimination policy (5-0)
• Entered closed session for property negotiations (5-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board meeting scheduled for February 4, 2025, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation

The Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation Development Committee will review plans for its February 21, 2025 gala, including sponsorship, catering, and raffle items. Members will also note a declination letter from NASA and discuss a summer camp focused on rockets, as well as a paid ad in the Carteret County Business Directory for $695.

• 2025 Gala scheduled for February 21, 2025 at Havelock Tourist & Event Center
• NASA declination letter received for a program or request
• Sponsorship packet and updated sponsor list to be reviewed
• Curriculum for Summer Camp (July 21-25, 2025, theme: 'Rockets') is work in progress
• Full-page ad in Carteret County Business Directory approved at cost of $695

The ECAHF Development Committee approved the January 7, 2025 minutes, confirmed Guy Nelson as the Gala guest speaker after NASA declined, and agreed to send scholarship emails to schools. They also recommended moving forward with a $695 full-page ad in the Carteret County Business Directory, pending Board approval.

• Approved January 7, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Confirmed Guy Nelson as Gala guest speaker
• Agreed to send scholarship emails to schools
• Recommended full-page ad in Carteret County Business Directory ($695)

Cultural Arts Advisory Committee

The Cultural Arts Advisory Committee decided to begin mural projects at the City Park bathroom walls for visibility. The committee also discussed planning for an Earth Day Trash to Treasure event and a potential vendor presence at an upcoming Artisan's Fair.

• Decision to prioritize City Park bathroom walls for the first community mural project
• Planning for Earth Day Trash to Treasure event during the April 26, 2025 Plant Swap
• Discussion of $75 vendor fee for the March 8, 2025 Artisan's Fair
• Report that Havelock High School is creating mock-ups for a Community Art Box

The Cultural Arts Advisory Committee approved prioritizing the City Park bathroom walls as the first mural project to complete, following earlier approval of mural projects on January 13, 2025. The committee also discussed upcoming events, including the Earth Day Trash to Treasure event and the Artisan's Fair, but no formal decisions were made on those items. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with approval of the January minutes and adjournment.

• Approved prioritizing City Park bathroom walls as first mural project (unanimous)
• Approved January meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for January 29, 2025, has been cancelled. No other business is listed.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone 735 US Highway 70 West from Highway Commercial to Conditional Zoning District for a 126-unit townhome development. They will also consider preliminary plat approval for a new commercial lot at 314 US Highway 70 West, present Make Havelock Shine awards, review the December 2024 financial report, and make appointments to the Cultural Arts Advisory Committee.

• Public hearing on rezoning 16.08 acres at 735 US Highway 70 West for 23 townhome buildings (126 units)
• Preliminary plat approval for a 0.85-acre commercial lot at 314 US Highway 70 West
• Monthly financial report for December 2024
• Governing body appointments to the Cultural Arts Advisory Committee
• Presentation of Make Havelock Shine Awards for holiday decorations

The Board of Commissioners held a public hearing on a request by Cherry Branch, Ltd. to rezone 16.08 acres at 735 US Highway 70 West to a Conditional Zoning District for a 126-unit townhome development. After hearing public concerns about stormwater, traffic, and property values, the Board did not vote on the rezoning but instead directed staff to gather more information for discussion at the February 10 workshop. The Board also approved a preliminary plat for a one-lot commercial subdivision at 314 US Highway 70 West and made several appointments.

• Approved agenda and consent agenda (5-0)
• Opened and closed public hearing for townhome rezoning (5-0)
• Tabled decision on 126-unit townhome rezoning at 735 US Hwy 70 W
• Approved preliminary plat for 1-lot subdivision at 314 US Hwy 70 W (5-0)
• Appointed Whitney Hernandez to Cultural Arts Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Walsh to Local Fireman's Relief Fund Board (5-0)

Senior Center Advisory Committee

The Senior Center Advisory Committee approved funds for full remodeling of the women's and men's bathrooms, with the renovation date pending. The committee also discussed the Senior Center mural project, which was approved by the Havelock Commissioners, and noted ongoing efforts for a lobby window and senior bus trips.

• Approved funds for full remodeling of women's and men's bathrooms
• Noted Havelock Commissioners approved Senior Center mural project
• Discussed lobby window installation, not finalized
• Discussed senior bus trips with Craven County CARTS and possible city bus purchase

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a conditional zoning request for a 126-unit townhome development at 735 US Highway 70 West, a $264,800 dugout renovation at the recreation complex with only $140,000 budgeted, and a $25,266.94 budget transfer for fire truck repairs. They will also review a minor commercial subdivision at 314 US Highway 70 West and hear a presentation on a community mural project. A closed session for property negotiations is scheduled.

• Conditional zoning for 23 townhome buildings (126 units) at 735 US Highway 70 West, with public hearing to be set for Jan 27
• Recreation complex dugout renovation bid of $264,800 exceeds $140,000 budget; staff recommends using fund balance
• Fire department requests $25,266.94 transfer from General Fund for Ladder 231 repairs (cylinder re-sleeve and fuel injectors)
• Major subdivision for one 0.85-acre commercial lot at 314 US Highway 70 West, recommended for approval by Planning Board
• Community Art Mural Project presentation by Cultural Arts Committee, with two potential sites at ~$1,000 per mural

The Board approved using $82,000 from the General Fund balance to replace all 8 recreation field dugouts, covering the cost over the $140,000 budget. They also approved a $25,266.94 transfer for fire vehicle repairs and set a public hearing for a proposed 126-unit townhome development. The meeting included presentations on a community mural project and a major subdivision request, with no final action on those items.

• Approved $82,000 from General Fund balance for all 8 dugout replacements (5-0)
• Approved $25,266.94 transfer to Fire Maintenance & Repair budget (5-0)
• Set public hearing for Jan 27, 2025 on HC to HC(CD) rezoning for 126 townhome units (5-0)
• Approved work session and consent agenda including Dec 9, 2024 minutes (5-0)
• Entered closed session for property negotiations (5-0)

Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation

The Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation Board of Directors is meeting to discuss committee reports, old business including the upcoming 2025 Gala on February 21 and summer camp in July, and new business items. The agenda also includes awaiting a response from NASA regarding a program title 'A View from Above', and updates on membership renewals and marketing.

• 2025 Gala scheduled for February 21, 2025, with discussion on caterer, raffle items, and sponsorship packet
• Summer camp planned for July 21-25, 2025, focusing on 'Rockets'
• Awaiting response from NASA for program title 'A View from Above'
• Membership renewal notices and updated sponsor list discussed
• Application for summer camp released February 3, 2025

The Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation Board approved a catering contract with The Flame for the 2025 Gala, scheduled for February 21, 2025. The Board also scheduled the Annual Fly-In for August 15, 2025, and agreed to proceed with Guy Nelson as the Gala speaker if NASA does not respond by January 24, 2025. The consent agenda, including the December 13, 2024 minutes, and the budget report were approved unanimously.

• Approved catering contract with The Flame for 2025 Gala (unanimous)
• Scheduled Annual Fly-In for August 15, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including December 13, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved budget report (unanimous)
• Agreed to move forward with Guy Nelson as Gala speaker if no NASA response by January 24, 2025

Appearance Commission

The Havelock Community Appearance Commission held its regular meeting on January 9, 2025, and elected new officers for 2025: Anthony Ouellette as Chair, Lorraine Butler as Vice Chair, Ashley Kyle as Secretary, and Glenda Strunk as Treasurer. The commission also approved partnering with the Havelock Chamber of Commerce for a Spring Festival plant swap on April 26, 2025, and approved presenting a plaque to Ray Toler for 13 years of donating sheds to the Tree Lighting Jubilee.

• Elected Anthony Ouellette as Chair (7-1, 1 abstaining)
• Elected Lorraine Butler as Vice Chair (5-4)
• Elected Ashley Kyle as Secretary (6-2, 1 abstaining)
• Elected Glenda Strunk as Treasurer (8-0, 1 abstaining)
• Approved partnership with Havelock Chamber for Spring Festival plant swap (all in favor)
• Approved plaque for Ray Toler for 13 years of shed donations (all in favor)
• Accepted December 12, 2024 minutes with corrections (all in favor)

Planning Board

The Havelock Planning Board will meet to elect officers, swear in new members, and consider two applications: a major subdivision preliminary plat for Jackson Estate Properties at 314 US Hwy 70 West, and a conditional zoning district application from Cherry Branch to change from HC (Highway Commercial) to HC(CD) at 735 US Highway 70 W.

• Election of officers for the Planning Board
• Swearing in of new members Alisha Dahart and Elizabeth Garcia
• Major subdivision preliminary plat approval for Jackson Estate Properties at 314 US Hwy 70 West
• Conditional zoning district application for Cherry Branch at 735 US Highway 70 W (HC to HC(CD))

The Havelock Planning Board voted unanimously to recommend approval of a conditional zoning request for 23 townhome buildings (126 units) at 735 US Highway 70 West, forwarding it to the Board of Commissioners. The board also recommended approval of a 0.85-acre commercial subdivision at 314 US Highway 70 West. Both recommendations passed 6-0.

• Recommended approval of 0.85-acre subdivision at 314 US 70 Hwy West (6-0)
• Recommended approval of conditional zoning for 126 townhome units at 735 US 70 Hwy West (6-0)
• Recommended NCDOT review of traffic at Sermons Blvd/Hwy 70 and Sermons Blvd/Marshas Way intersections (6-0)
• Re-elected Ernest Cutler as Chair and Iris Wooliever as Vice Chair (6-0)
• Approved April 2, 2024 minutes (4-0)

Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation

The Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation Development Committee will meet to discuss old business including the upcoming 2025 Gala on February 21, marketing materials, caterer selection, and coin final design. They will also review sponsorship packets, membership renewals, and update on NASA Expedition 73 in-flight education downlink (no response received). New business includes planning for a summer camp July 21-25.

• 2025 Gala scheduled for February 21, 2025
• Selection of caterer for the gala
• Coin final design to be approved
• Raffle item: plane ride donated by Adam Persky
• Summer camp applications release February 1, 2025

The Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation Development Committee met on January 7, 2025, and approved the December 3, 2024 minutes. The committee agreed to recommend The Flame as the caterer for the February 21, 2025 Gala to the Board. They also agreed to recommend that membership renewals align with the calendar year. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were updates or discussions.

• Approved December 3, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended The Flame as Gala caterer to the Board
• Agreed to recommend calendar-year membership renewals to the Board

Cultural Arts Advisory Committee

This is a regular monthly meeting of the Havelock Cultural Arts Advisory Committee. Members will review minutes, discuss the community art box project and mural subcommittee updates, and plan future meeting dates. No votes or financial decisions are on the agenda.

• Discussion of community art box project
• Mural Subcommittee update
• Trash-to-treasure program discussion
• Scheduling of future meetings (June 2, September 1)

The Cultural Arts Advisory Committee met on January 7, 2025, and approved the December minutes with a noted grammatical error. No substantive decisions were made; the committee discussed updates on the Community Art Box, Community Mural, and Earth Day Trash to Treasure, and noted meeting date changes for June and September 2025.

• Approved December meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:07 PM (unanimous)