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)

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)

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)

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

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)

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)

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 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)

Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation

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 Commissioners

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 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 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 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)

Board of Commissioners

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 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 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 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 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

Board of Commissioners

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 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 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 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)

Board of Commissioners

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 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 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 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 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)

Cultural Arts Advisory Committee

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 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)

Board of Adjustment

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 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 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 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

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 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 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 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 Commissioners

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