{
 "city": "Kinston",
 "state": "North Carolina",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/kinstonnc.gov/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-07-23",
 "upcoming": [],
 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on $1 million lead service line funding and other key items",
   "summary": "The Kinston City Council will consider a resolution to apply for $1 million to fund Phase II of the Lead Service Line Inventory. Other agenda items include a $107,500 purchase of a 2024 International semi‑tractor, a text amendment for a Planned Commercial Development at 310 Airport Road, and several special‑event approvals. The meeting also covers the FY 2026‑2027 operating budget amendment and ordinances related to Tropical Storm Debby and city funds.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-434",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-07",
   "body": "Planning/Board of Adjustment Boards",
   "headline": "Board reviews a text amendment request for a Planned Commercial Development",
   "summary": "The Planning and Board of Adjustment will consider a proposed text amendment from Ark Consulting Group, PLLC for a Planned Commercial Development. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of June 9 minutes, a congratulatory note for Jess Edwards, and announcements of new members and a multimodal survey. No decisions are noted beyond the amendment request.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07072026-433",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "City Council to approve the FY 2026‑2027 annual budget ordinance",
   "summary": "The Kinston City Council will consider and vote on the Annual Budget Ordinance for fiscal year 2026‑2027, which outlines a total budget of $116,310,700. Other items include a public hearing on rezoning a property from industrial to general business, an amendment to the FY 2025‑2026 operating budget, updates to transportation infrastructure projects, and several contract awards for city services and a new garbage truck.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06162026-430",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-09",
   "body": "Planning/Board of Adjustment Boards",
   "headline": "Kinston Planning and Board of Adjustment to hold elections",
   "summary": "The board will meet to elect a Chair and Vice Chair. Members will also receive an update regarding surveys and the Multimodal Plan.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06092026-429",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06092026-429",
   "source": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-02",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on $904k road improvement and major rezoning request",
   "summary": "The Kinston City Council will hold a public hearing on the FY26‑27 Manager’s Recommended Budget and consider several action items. Items include a rezoning of 708 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd from I‑1 to B‑1, a special use permit for a convenience store, and approvals of contracts and ordinances. The council will also vote on a $904,355.96 road improvement project and other infrastructure contracts.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06022026-410",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06022026-410",
   "source": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-19",
   "body": "Historic Preservation Commission",
   "headline": "Commission to approve April 21 minutes and introduce a new member",
   "summary": "The Historic Preservation Commission will vote to approve the minutes from its April 21, 2026 meeting. A new member will be introduced during the new business segment. No public hearings or old business items are scheduled, and the next meeting is set for June 16, 2026.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05192026-415",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05192026-415",
   "source": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-19",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "City Council to approve $134,325 contract for traffic signal cabinet upgrades",
   "summary": "The council will consider an amendment to the FY 2025-2026 operating budget and an ordinance to start a citywide demolition and cleanup capital project. A $134,325 bid will be awarded to Fulcher Electric to replace traffic signal cabinets at four intersections. Several special event permits will be reviewed, and a public hearing will be held on a text amendment for tobacco, vape, CBD, and hemp retailers.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05192026-394",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05192026-394",
   "source": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-12",
   "body": "Planning/Board of Adjustment Boards",
   "headline": "Kinston boards review convenience store request and rezoning on MLK Jr. Blvd",
   "summary": "The Planning and Board of Adjustment boards will consider a special use request for a convenience store and a rezoning application. The body will also review a preliminary plat for a housing project.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05122026-431",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05122026-431",
   "source": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-21",
   "body": "Historic Preservation Commission",
   "headline": "Commission reviews CLG Grant contract with $4,946.50‑$6,773.00 payments for historic guidelines",
   "summary": "The commission will approve the postponed minutes from the March 17, 2026 meeting. It will consider a correction to the Rules of Procedure to require at least two members to attend one informational or educational meeting each federal fiscal year. Staff will present the CLG Grant contract with Chronicle Heritage, including a payment schedule of $4,946.50, $4,927.00, $8,274.50, $5,830.50 and $6,773.00 for the historic district design standards update, and will seek commissioner feedback on the current Certificate of Appropriateness process.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04212026-414",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04212026-414",
   "source": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-21",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "City Council to approve audit contract and fire truck capital project",
   "summary": "The Kinston City Council will consider approving a contract for a city audit, a new fire engine, and a capital project for a fire truck. The body will also approve permits for several local events and grant agreements for road improvements.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04212026-393",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04212026-393",
   "source": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-14",
   "body": "Parks & Recreation Commission",
   "headline": "Parks & Recreation Commission to set room rental fees",
   "summary": "The Kinston/Lenoir County Parks & Recreation Commission will meet to assign rental fees for currently unassigned rooms. The commission will also review softball rules and receive updates on athletics and summer programs.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04142026-409",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04142026-409",
   "source": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-07",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to approve up to $990,000 purchase of a new fire engine",
   "summary": "The Kinston City Council will consider several action items, including awarding a tree‑trimming and right‑of‑way maintenance contract to Xylem Tree Services and approving a Sourcewell contract to purchase a new fire engine for up to $990,000. The council will also vote on a fireworks discharge permit for the Fly Exclusive Party scheduled for April 25, 2026, and consider appointments to the Historic Preservation Commission and the Planning Board/Board of Adjustment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04072026-392",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04072026-392",
   "source": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-17",
   "body": "Historic Preservation Commission",
   "headline": "Commission to vote on historic landmark designations and COA fees",
   "summary": "The Historic Preservation Commission will vote on designating three properties as local landmarks and consider establishing a $50 fee for Certificates of Appropriateness. The body will also elect new leadership and approve meeting minutes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03172026-413",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03172026-413",
   "source": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-17",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "City Council considers $1.2 million employee pay adjustment",
   "summary": "The City Council will review a Compensation & Classification Study recommending a full market salary adjustment for FY27. The body is also deciding on a water storage tank maintenance contract and the 2026 street resurfacing list.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03172026-391",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03172026-391",
   "source": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-12",
   "body": "Parks & Recreation Commission",
   "headline": "Parks & Recreation Commission to discuss facility hours and programs",
   "summary": "The Kinston/Lenoir County Parks & Recreation Commission will meet to elect Chair and Vice-Chair positions. The body will also discuss open gym hours for recreation facilities and receive an update on Spring/Summer programs.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03122026-408",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03122026-408",
   "source": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-03",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to approve $463,530 contract for Cunningham Substation transformer replacement",
   "summary": "The Kinston City Council will consider several actions, including approving an engineering services agreement worth $463,530 with Ampirial Solutions for the Cunningham Substation transformer replacement project. Council members will also vote on an amendment to the FY2025‑2026 operating budget that reallocates funds for a city‑manager search, a multimodal planning grant, and Grainger Stadium improvements. Additional items include adopting ordinances related to the Federal Drug Forfeiture Fund, establishing a police donations project, and appointing three members to the Parks and Recreation Commission.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03032026-390",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03032026-390",
   "source": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-17",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to approve $104,500 engineering amendment for Herritage Street stormwater project",
   "summary": "The Kinston City Council will consider several actions, including a public hearing on three local historic landmarks and special event permits for a teens' dinner and a music concert in Pearson Park. The council will adopt ordinances for the NCDOT-IMD multimodal planning project (C2128) and for the Herritage Street Stormwater Improvement Capital Project (T9304). It will also vote on a $104,500 amendment to the engineering services agreement with the Wooten Company for the Herritage Street stormwater improvement, and review a request for sewer service at two properties in the ETJ.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02172026-389",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_02172026-389",
   "source": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-17",
   "body": "Historic Preservation Commission",
   "headline": "Commission approved three new local historic landmark designations",
   "summary": "The Historic Preservation Commission approved the minutes from its January 20 meeting and adopted revised Rules of Procedure that delete Section 5.5. It voted to designate three properties—200 N. Queen St., 426 N. Heritage St., and 501 N. Herritage St.—as local historic landmarks. Commissioners changed the regular meeting time to 8:30 AM on the third Tuesday of each month. The commission discussed Certificate of Appropriateness fees but took no action, directing staff to seek clarification from the Planning Director.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02172026-428",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_02172026-428",
   "source": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-12",
   "body": "Parks & Recreation Commission",
   "headline": "Commission will discuss leadership appointments and program updates",
   "summary": "The Kinston/Lenoir County Parks & Recreation Commission will meet on February 12, 2026 at the Kinston Community Center. The commission will approve the January 8, 2026 meeting minutes, review baseball rule changes, and discuss applications for commission membership as well as the Chair and Vice‑Chair positions. A director’s report will provide an update on winter and fall recreation programs.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02122026-407",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_02122026-407",
   "source": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-03",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to approve $104,500 engineering amendment for Herritage St stormwater project",
   "summary": "The Kinston City Council will consider Amendment 1 to the Engineering Services Agreement with the Wooten Company for $104,500 to perform engineering services on the Herritage Street stormwater improvement project. The council will also review a request for sewer service to properties at 1697 U.S. Hwy 258 South and 109 Old Second Street. Additional items include streets to be included in the FY2025-26 street resurfacing project and the FY2026-2027 proposed budget calendar.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02032026-388",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-30",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Kinston City Council to hold special meeting for closed session",
   "summary": "The City Council is convening for a special meeting. The agenda consists of a closed session to discuss personnel issues.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_01302026-387",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_01302026-387",
   "source": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-20",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to approve $295,385 contract for Belt Filter Press refurbishment",
   "summary": "The Kinston City Council will consider three special‑revenue ordinances, a contract award for a Belt Filter Press refurbishment, and the appointment of a search consultant for a new city manager. The contract would award Andritz $295,805 plus a 10% contingency for a total of $325,385.50. The ordinances relate to a $182,000 housing‑finance loan pool and two FY25 special‑revenue projects.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_01202026-386",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_01202026-386",
   "source": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-20",
   "body": "Historic Preservation Commission",
   "headline": "Commission to consider landmark designation for 200 N. Queen St (The O’Neil)",
   "summary": "The Historic Preservation Commission will vote on whether to forward a recommendation to the Kinston City Council to designate 200 North Queen Street, known as The O’Neil, as a local historic landmark. The meeting also includes approval of the November 18, 2025 minutes and updates on the CLG Historic Preservation Fund grant and procedural rules. No new business items are presented.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_01202026-411",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_01202026-411",
   "source": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-08",
   "body": "Parks & Recreation Commission",
   "headline": "Commission to discuss baseball rules and vacant seats",
   "summary": "The Parks & Recreation Commission will meet to approve prior minutes and discuss minor league baseball rule recommendations and upcoming vacancies on the commission.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_01082026-406",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_01082026-406",
   "source": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-06",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "City Council to vote on rezoning and budget amendments",
   "summary": "The Kinston City Council will consider a rezoning request for a property on Towerhill Road, approve several grants and contracts, and adopt an operating budget amendment for the upcoming fiscal year.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_01062026-385",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_01062026-385",
   "source": "https://www.kinstonnc.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
 ]
}