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Moore CountyNC averageUS Census ACS
Population
102,840
Per-capita income
$44,318
Median home value
$315,300
Bachelor's or higher
41%
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👤 Members & officials (21)
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Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances
Total revenue$384.0M (FY2023)
Total spending$409.2M (FY2023)
Taxes$121.7M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$249.7M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$3,982 (FY2023)
🗳️ Election results (2 races)
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MOORE COUNTY County Commission DISTRICT IV 2024-11-05
Tom Adams ✓ 42,931
MOORE COUNTY County Commission DISTRICT II 2024-11-05
Nick Picerno ✓ 43,838

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Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 18:00

General

Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Historic Courthouse, Carthage
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Board

Historic Courthouse, Carthage
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Board

Historic Courthouse, Carthage
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Historic Courthouse, Carthage
Thu Dec 3, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Board

Historic Courthouse, Carthage
Thu Dec 3, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Board

Historic Courthouse, Carthage
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Historic Courthouse, Carthage
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Historic Courthouse, Carthage
Thu Jan 7, 2027 · 18:00

Planning Board

Historic Courthouse, Carthage
Thu Jan 7, 2027 · 18:00

Planning Board

Historic Courthouse, Carthage
Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Historic Courthouse, Carthage
Tue Feb 2, 2027 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Historic Courthouse, Carthage
Tue Feb 16, 2027 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Historic Courthouse, Carthage
Tue Mar 2, 2027 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Historic Courthouse, Carthage
Tue Mar 16, 2027 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Historic Courthouse, Carthage
Tue Apr 6, 2027 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Historic Courthouse, Carthage
Tue Apr 20, 2027 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Historic Courthouse, Carthage
Tue May 4, 2027 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Historic Courthouse, Carthage
Tue May 18, 2027 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Historic Courthouse, Carthage
Tue Jun 1, 2027 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Historic Courthouse, Carthage
Tue Jun 15, 2027 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Historic Courthouse, Carthage

Recent meetings

Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Board to hold multiple public hearings on zoning and development ordinances

The Board of Commissioners will conduct several public hearings regarding Unified Development Ordinance amendments and a conditional rezoning request for apartments. The meeting also includes budget amendments for school and public safety projects.

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Historic Courthouse, Carthage
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Moore County Board of Commissioners October 20, 2026 | 5:30 PM Historic Courthouse 1 Courthouse Square Carthage, NC 28327 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1. ADDITIONAL AGENDA CHAIRMAN Does any Commissioner have a conflict of interest concerning agenda items the Board will address in this meeting? 2. CONSENT AGENDA All items listed below are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion. No separate discussion will be held except on request of a member of the Board of Commissioners. A. Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting Minutes, October 6, 2026 B. Finance - Budget Amendments C. Finance - Capital Project Ordinance for Area I (McDeeds Creek) K-5 Elementary School- Revision 7 D. Register of Deeds - County Register of Deeds Records Retention and Disposition Schedule E. Tax - Tax Releases/Refunds for the Month of September F. Information Technology - Growing Rural Economies with Access to Technology Agreement (NC GREAT Grant) Amendment 1 of Exhibit J G. Health - FY27 Activity 101 Maternal Health Grant Agreement Addendum - Revision #1 H. Health - Environmental Health Fee Schedule Amendment - Non-potable Well Permit Fee I. Property Management - Scale House Project — Budget Amendment to Appropriate $227,135 from White Goods (Fund 100) and Transfer $1,108,953 from Capital Reserve for Governmental Projects (Fund 250) 3. RECOGNITIONS A. Veteran Services - Resolution …
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Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 15:00

General

Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 18:00

General

Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 16:00

Board of Commissioners

Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 17:15

General

East Moore Water District to weigh meter purchase contract and ARP project budget revision

The East Moore Water District Board of Directors meets October 6, 2026 at 5:15 PM at the Historic Courthouse in Carthage. The board will consider approving minutes from its September 15, 2026 special meeting, a sole-source contract for a meter purchase from Utility Solutions & Automation, LLC, and Revision 4 of the EMWD ARP Capital Project Ordinance. No dollar amounts or contract terms are stated in the agenda.

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Moore County EMWD Board of Directors October 6, 2026 | 5:15 PM Historic Courthouse 1 Courthouse Square Carthage, NC 28327 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER 1. ITEMS OF BUSINESS A. East Moore Water District Board of Directors - Approval of September 15, 2026, Special Meeting Minutes B. Public Works - Sole Source and Contract for Meter Purchase - Utility Solutions & Automation, LLC (Charles Patnode, Public Works Director) C. Finance - EMWD ARP Capital Project Ordinance Revision 4 (Caroline Xiong, Finance Director) ADJOURNMENT
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Moore County Board of Commissioners meets Oct. 6, 2026, with rezoning and EMS station contracts on agenda

The Moore County Board of Commissioners meets October 6, 2026 at 5:30 PM at the Historic Courthouse in Carthage. The board will hold public hearings on a conditional rezoning request at 8003 NC 211 Hwy in West End and several Unified Development Ordinance amendments, and will consider new business including construction contracts for a scale house project and an EMS station. Other items include a room occupancy tax discussion, a fiscal policy guidelines review, and creation of a Flock Camera Committee.

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✓ Decided: Commissioners approve $1.15M scale house contract and 14 new SRO positions

The Board of Commissioners approved a $1,149,171 construction contract for a new scale house at the Moore County Landfill and authorized 14 additional School Resource Officer positions to complete a 27-person staffing structure. Additionally, the Board approved a $1,364,914 contract for a new joint EMS and fire station (Station X) and updated fiscal policy to lower the General Fund available fund balance requirement from 17% to 15%. Several public hearings were scheduled for October 20, 2026, regarding zoning, ordinance amendments, and subdivision regulations.

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Moore County Board of Commissioners October 6, 2026 | 5:30 PM Historic Courthouse 1 Courthouse Square Carthage, NC 28327 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1. ADDITIONAL AGENDA CHAIRMAN Does any Commissioner have a conflict of interest concerning agenda items the Board will address in this meeting? 2. CONSENT AGENDA All items listed below are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion. No separate discussion will be held except on request of a member of the Board of Commissioners. A. Board of Commissioners - Special Meeting Minutes, September 10, 2026 B. Board of Commissioners - Special Meeting Minutes, September 15, 2026 C. Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting Minutes and Closed Session Minutes, September 15, 2026 D. Board of Commissioners - Special Meeting Minutes, September 21, 2026 E. Board of Commissioners - Special Meeting Minutes, September 28, 2026 F. Administration - County of Moore Budget Ordinance Amendment FY26/27 G. Finance - Budget Amendments H. Finance - Pandemic Recovery Capital Projects Ordinance Fund 437 Revision 11 I. Finance - JCPC Revised County Funding Plan J. Public Works - Deed of Dedication and Easement for The Lodge at Sandhills Carolina K. Public Works - Capital Project Ordinance Revision 5 - Fund 412 L. Public Works - Sole Source and Contract for Meter Purchase - Utility Solutions & Automation, LLC M. Health - FY27 Activit …
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Moore County Board of Commissioners October 6, 2026 | 5:30 PM Historic Courthouse 1 Courthouse Square Carthage, NC 28327 MINUTES BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT Chairman Nick Picerno, Vice Chairman Jim Von Canon, Kurt Cook, John Ritter, and Tom Adams CALL TO ORDER Chairman Picerno called the meeting to order. INVOCATION Father Hutchens with Christ Church of Southern Pines offered the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by the Moore County 4-H Group. 1. ADDITIONAL AGENDA There were no additional agenda items. Chairman Picerno asked whether any commissioner had a conflict of interest concerning any agenda item and none were declared. 2. CONSENT AGENDA Upon motion made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Vice Chairman Von Canon, the Board voted unanimously to approve the consent agenda as presented. The budget ordinance amendment FY26/27, budget amendments, pandemic recovery capital projects ordinance revision 11, JCPC revision funding plan, capital project ordinance revision 5, budget amendment for family planning grant, wastewater treatment systems resolution, and the amendment to the Board of Equalization and Review Board resolution are hereby incorporated and made a part of these minutes by attachments as Appendices, A, B, C, D, E, F, G, and H. A. Board of Commissioners - Special Meeting Minutes, September 10, 2026 B. Board of Commissioners - Special Meeting Minutes, September 15, 2026 C. Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting Minutes and Clo …
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Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Board

Planning Board to hear rezoning and UDO amendments

The Moore County Planning Board will hold a public hearing on amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding feed and seed sales and home occupations, and a rezoning request for 6201 NC 211 Hwy from RA-40 to B-1. The board will also approve minutes, elect a vice chair, and take public comment.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board recommends denial of multi-family apartment rezoning

The Planning Board recommended denying a rezoning request for a 134-unit apartment complex on NC 211 Highway due to requested deviations from height, density, and parking standards. The Board also recommended approving Highway Commercial zoning for four parcels annexed from the Town of Vass.

Historic Courthouse, Carthage
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Moore County Planning Board October 1, 2026 | 6:00 PM Historic Courthouse 1 Courthouse Square Carthage, NC 28327 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER Member Volunteer INVOCATION Member Volunteer PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Member Volunteer MISSION STATEMENT Member Volunteer I. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD Plese sign up on the Public Comment Sign-in sheet near the door II. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA 1. Approval of Minutes of September 3, 2026, Regular Meeting III. ADDITIONAL AGENDA 1. CHAIRMAN: Does any Planning Board member have a conflict of interest concerning agenda items the Board will address in this meeting? 2. Election of Vice Chair IV. PUBLIC HEARING 1. Unified Development Ordinance Amendments to Chapter 6 (Table of Uses), Section 6.1 (Principal use Table) and Chapter 8 (Specific Use Standards), Section 8.47 (Feed and Seed Sales) and Section 8.59 (Home Occupation, Level 2) 2. Conventional Rezoning Request: ParID 00016283, 6201 NC 211 Hwy, from Residential and Agricultural-40 (RA-40) to Neighborhood Business (B-1). V. PLANNING DEPARTMENT REPORTS VI. BOARD COMMENT PERIOD VII. UPCOMING EVENTS • Tuesday, October 6, 2026 @ 5:30 PM Board of Commissioners Meeting to be held at the Historic Courthouse in Carthage • Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 5:30 PM Board of Commissioners Meeting to be held at the Historic Courthouse in Carthage • Tuesday, November 3, 2026, 5:30 PM Board of Commissioners Meeting to be held at the Historic …
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Moore County Planning Board September 3, 2026 | 6:00 PM Historic Courthouse 1 Courthouse Square Carthage, NC 28327 MINUTES BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Tyler Brady; Board Member Sara Gassaway; Board Member John McLaughlin; Board Member Guy McGraw; Board Member Hugh Hinton; Board Member Matthew Wimberly STAFF PRESENT: Ruth Pedersen, Planning Director; Danielle Orloff, Senior Planner; Ashley Robinson, Administrative Officer II; Laura Williams, Assistant County Manager; Misty Leland, County Attorney; Kayla Kern, Deputy; Jamar Garner, IT Operation Manager CALL TO ORDER Member Volunteer Chairman Brady called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM INVOCATION Member Volunteer The invocation was delivered by Board Member McLaughlin. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Member Volunteer Chairman Brady led the Pledge of Allegiance MISSION STATEMENT Member Volunteer The mission statement was delivered by Board Member Gassaway. I. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD Please sign up on the Public Comment Sign-in sheet near the door The Chairman opened the public comment period, noting that this period is reserved for general comments only and is not related to agenda items. Speakers were limited to three minutes. One speaker, Roger Veldenhoye, was signed up but did not come forward. The public comment period was closed. II. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA 1. Approval of Minutes of August 6, 2026, Planning Board Regular Meeting Moti …
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Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Board

Historic Courthouse, Carthage
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 18:00

General

✓ Decided: Moore County Commissioners held a work session on minor subdivisions.

The Moore County Board of Commissioners met in a special joint session with the Planning Board to discuss minor subdivision processes and proposed text amendments. No formal votes or final policy decisions on minor subdivisions were made by the Commissioners during the meeting. The Board provided consensus direction to staff and consultants to draft a modified amendment package, which will include removing the 500-foot adjacent parcel restriction.

Rick Rhyne Public Safety Center, Carthage
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Moore County Board of Commissioners September 28, 2026 | 6:00 PM Rick Rhyne Public Safety Center 302 S McNeill Street, Second Floor Carthage, NC 28327 SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT Chairman Nick Picerno, Vice Chairman Jim Von Canon, John Ritter, Tom Adams BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT Kurt Cook CALL TO ORDER Chairman Nick Picerno called the special meeting with the Moore County Planning Board to order. INVOCATION Cameron Dockery offered the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Vice Chairman Jim Von Canon led the Pledge of Allegiance. Chairman Picerno stated this meeting was convened to discuss minor subdivisions. He noted that the previous special meeting had focused on major subdivisions and had produced productive discussion. He announced that a public hearing on major subdivision changes would be scheduled for the second October Commissioner meeting (October 20th) and urged interested residents to plan to attend. Chairman Picerno also clarified that the highway corridor overlay district would not be discussed at this meeting, as it was deemed a sufficiently significant issue to warrant its own dedicated session. Chairman Picerno offered brief remarks for the benefit of the public and press, stating that no Commissioner had made any predetermined decisions on the matters under discussion. He emphasized that the Board remained in a learning and listening mode, consulting Planning Board members, planning staff, and outside experts Larry Best and Robert Hayter wh …
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Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 16:00

General

Moore County Planning Board to hold quasi-judicial hearings on variance requests

The Planning Board will conduct quasi-judicial hearings regarding two variance requests. These include a request from Patricia Reil for an accessory structure location variance and a request for an accessory structure and interconnection variance for a new Sheetz Vehicle Service Station/Restaurant.

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Historic Courthouse, Carthage
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Moore County Planning Board September 9, 2026 | 4:00 PM Historic Courthouse 1 Courthouse Square Carthage, NC 28327 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION Member Volunteer PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Member Volunteer I. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD Please sign up on the Public Comment Sign-IN Sheet near the door. II. ADDITIONAL AGENDA 1. CHAIRMAN: Does any Board Member have a conflice of interest concerning agenda items the Board will address in this meeting? III. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA 1. Special Meeting Minutes of January 7, 2026 2. Special Meeting Minutes of January 21, 2026 IV. QUASI-JUDICIAL HEARING 1. Variance Request: (Accessory Structure Location Variance – Patricia Reil, Applicant and Property Owner) 2. Variance Request: Accessory Structure and Interconnection Variance for new Sheetz Vehicle Service Station/Restaurant V. BOARD COMMENT PERIOD ADJOURNMENT
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 18:00

General

✓ Decided: Moore County Commissioners held a special meeting and work session on UDO amendments.

The Moore County Board of Commissioners held a special meeting to receive a presentation and discuss proposed Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) amendments regarding the major subdivision approval process. Planning Director Ruth Pedersen and steering committee process leaders presented details on shifting major subdivisions to a by-right administrative process and moving stormwater management plan submissions. The Board discussed holding a joint work session with the Planning Board and voted unanimously to adjourn.

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Moore County Board of Commissioners September 21, 2026 | 6:00 PM Rick Ryne Public Safety Center 302 S McNeill Street Carthage, NC 28327 SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Nick Picerno, Vice Chairman Jim Von Canon, Kurt Cook, Johnn Ritter, Tom Adams Chairman Picerno called the meeting to order, County Manager Wayne Vest offered the invocation, and Commissioner Cook led the Pledge of Allegiance. County Manager Vest gave an overview of the meeting and recognized Robert Hayter and Larry Best who served as the Land Use Plan Steering Committee Process Leaders. ITEMS OF BUSINESS 1. UDO Amendments Planning Director Ruth Pedersen gave a presentation on Major Subdivision Approval Process the Planning Board suggested. This presentation and handouts are hereby incorporated and made a part of these minutes by attachment as Appendix A. Discussion was had regarding the decisions of the Planning Board between the Board of Commissioners and the Planning Board members. Mr. Hayter and Mr. Best offered comments. Chairman Picerno thanked everyone in attendance. It was suggested to meet with the Planning Board jointly to allow each board to come together for a full understanding and in-depth discussion of each of the items in the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO). ADJOURNMENT Upon motion made by Commissioner Ritter, seconded by Commissioner Cook, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn the September 21, 2026, Special Meeting of the Moore County Board of Commissione …
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Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

County board to hold hearings on zoning, tax revaluation, transit grants

The Moore County Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider routine consent items, hold public hearings on a zoning request, a tax revaluation schedule, and a transit grant application, and make several board appointments. The agenda is largely procedural, with most items being routine approvals or appointments.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $155K for Sheriff's Office radios and updates zoning laws

The Board approved a contract for mobile and portable radios for the Sheriff's Office and rezoned four parcels on US 1 Highway to Highway Commercial. It also amended the Unified Development Ordinance to allow religious institutions in certain residential and agricultural districts. Several board appointments were confirmed and airport project budgets were approved.

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Moore County Board of Commissioners September 15, 2026 | 5:30 PM Historic Courthouse 1 Courthouse Square Carthage, NC 28327 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1. ADDITIONAL AGENDA CHAIRMAN Does any Commissioner have a conflict of interest concerning agenda items the Board will address in this meeting? 2. CONSENT AGENDA All items listed below are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion. No separate discussion will be held except on request of a member of the Board of Commissioners. A. Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting Minutes and Closed Session Minutes, September 1, 2026 B. Airport - North Taxilane (Design/Bid) Project (WBS #36237.67.15.1) C. Airport - Apron Reconstruction (Design/Bid) Project (WBS #36237.67.14.4). D. Finance - Budget Amendments E. Information Technology - Email Security Protection Renewal F. Planning - Moore County Board of Adjustment Bylaws, Amendment to Section VIII.B G. Public Works - Contract Amendment #2 with W&S of North Carolina for the Surry Circle Waterline Replacement Project H. Public Works - Deed of Dedication for Harrington Lane Waterline Extension I. Public Works - Chambers Development of NC, Inc. Service Contract Award for WPCP Biosolids Tipping J. Tax - Tax Releases/Refunds for the Month of August K. Transportation - FY 2026-2027 Community Transportation Program (Section 5311) Grant Agreement L. Transportation - F …
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Moore County Board of Commissioners September 15, 2026 | 5:30 PM Historic Courthouse 1 Courthouse Square Carthage, NC 28327 MINUTES BOARD MEMBES PRESENT Chairman Nick Picerno, Vice Chairman Jim Von Canon, Kurt Cook, John Ritter, Tom Adams CALL TO ORDER Chairman Picerno called the meeting to order. INVOCATION Pastor Sammy Frye with Yates-Thagard Baptist Church offered the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Transportation Director Sonia Biggs led the Pledge of Allegiance. 1. ADDITIONAL AGENDA There were no additional agenda items. Upon motion made by Chairman Picerno, seconded by Vice Chairman Von Canon, the Board voted unanimously to move the Public Comment Period to next item of business after the Consent Agenda item. Chairman Picerno asked whether any commissioner had a conflict of interest concerning any agenda items and none were declared. 2. CONSENT AGENDA Upon motion made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Commissioner Cook, the Board voted unanimously to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. The taxilane project budget ordinance and resolution, apron reconstruction project budget ordinance and resolution, budget amendments, board of adjustment bylaws, tax release/refunds are hereby incorporated and made a part of these minutes by attachment as Appendices A, B, C, D, and E. A. Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting Minutes and Closed Session Minutes, September 1, 2026 B. Airport - North Taxilane (Design/Bid) Project (WBS #36237.67.15.1) 582 Airport - Apr …
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Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 17:15

General

EMWD board to approve minutes, Phase V project ordinance

The East Moore Water District Board of Directors is meeting to approve minutes from two June 2026 special meetings and to consider a Phase V project ordinance presented by the Public Works Director. The agenda contains only these routine business items.

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✓ Decided: EMWD Board approves $400,000 for East Moore Water District Phase V design

The East Moore Water District Board of Directors approved a project ordinance revision to increase funding for the Phase V project. An additional $400,000 will be transferred from the EMWD Capital Reserve Fund 252 for the design phase.

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Moore County EMWD Board of Directors September 15, 2026 | 5:15 PM Historic Courthouse 1 Courthouse Square Carthage, NC 28327 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1. ITEMS OF BUSINESS A. East Moore Water District Board of Directors - Approval of the June 2, 2026, Special Meeting Minutes B. East Moore Water District Board of Directors - Approval of the June 4, 2026, Special Meeting Minutes C. Public Works - East Moore Water District Phase V Project Ordinance (Charles Patnode, Public Works Director) ADJOURNMENT
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Moore County EMWD Board of Directors September 15, 2026 | 5:15 PM Historic Courthouse 1 Courthouse Square Carthage, NC 28327 MINUTES — SPECIAL MEETING BOARD OF DIRECTORS PRESENT Chairman Nick Picerno, Vice Chairman Jim Von Canon, Kurt Cook, John Ritter, Tom Adams CALL TO ORDER Chairman Picerno called the meeting to order. ITEMS OF BUSINESS A. East Moore Water District Board of Directors — Approval of the June 2, 2026, Special Meeting Minutes Upon motion made by Director Adams, seconded by Director Cook, the Board voted unanimously to approve the June 2, 2026, Special Meeting Minutes of the East Moore Water District Board of Directors. East Moore Water District Board of Directors — Approval of the June 4, 2026, Special Meeting Minutes Upon motion made by Director Adams, seconded by Vice Chairman Von Canon, the Board voted unanimously to approve the June 4, 2026, Special Meeting Minutes of the East Moore Water District Board of Directors. Public Works - East Moore Water District Phase V Project Ordinance Public Works Director Brain Patnode presented a request for the Board to approve East Moore Water District Phase V Project Ordinance Revision #1. On January 6, 2026, the East Moore Water District Board approved the Capital Project Ordinance for East Moore Water District Phase V for $40,000 for preliminary engineering. On September 10, 2026, the Moore County Board of Commissioners held a work session related to water and sewer topics. In order to move the projects …
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Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 16:00

General

County board to hear municipal input on opioid settlement funds

The Moore County Board of Commissioners is meeting to receive an update and input from municipal officials regarding the use of opioid settlement funds. The agenda contains only this discussion item before adjournment, with no other business listed.

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✓ Decided: Moore County reviewed annual opioid settlement funding and community impact data.

The Moore County Board of Commissioners held a special meeting to receive an annual update on opioid settlement funding from Public Health Director Matt Garner. The presentation covered state and county overdose data trends, funded initiatives, community impacts, and municipal input. No formal policy votes or funding authorizations were recorded during the session.

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Moore County Board of Commissioners September 15, 2026 | 4:00 PM Historic Courthouse 1 Courthouse Square Carthage, NC 28327 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER 1. MUNICIPAL OFFICIALS UPDATE / INPUT REGARDING OPIOID SETTLEMENT FUNDS ADJOURNMENT
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Moore County Board of Commissioners September 15, 2026 | 4:00 PM Historic Courthouse 1 Courthouse Square Carthage, NC 28327 SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT Chairman Nick Picerno, Vice Chairman Jim Von Canon, Kurt Cook, Tom Adams BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT John Ritter CALL TO ORDER Chairman Picerno called the meeting to order County Manager Wayne Vest gave an overview of the meeting. 1. MUNICIPAL OFFICIALS UPDATE / INPUT REGARDING OPIOID SETTLEMENT FUNDS Public Health Director Matt Garner gave a presentation and the annual update on the Moore County Opioid Settlement Funding. A copy of the presentation/update is hereby incorporated and made a part of these minutes by attachment as Appendix A. Commissioner Adams, a representative from Samaritan’s Colony, and Chairman Picerno offered comments. Chairman Picerno thanked everyone for their positive comments. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, upon motion made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Vice Chairman Von Canon, the Board voted 4-0 to adjourn the Moore County Board of Commissioners September 15, 2026, Special Meeting at Chairman Nick Picerno ATES ry YO Ss ~ see we 7 > “aa Qs to the ew Jennifer Parks M4 “te » 565 _ Moore County Opioid § Settlement Funding Today’s Meeting * Provide an annual update on Moore County’s opioid settlement funds * Review current state and county overdose data trends * Review current funded initiatives and community impacts * Receive input from our municipalitie …
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Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 18:00

General

Moore County reviews long-term water and sewer infrastructure plans

The Moore County Board of Commissioners will discuss current capacity, near-term projects, and long-term options for water and sewer systems. Items include updates on the Crystal Lake water source, Highway 211 and Seven Lakes sewer project, and funding allocations.

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✓ Decided: Board directs staff to expedite near-term water and sewer projects

The Board of Commissioners held a special meeting to review water and sewer supply alternatives. No formal votes were taken on specific projects, but the Board directed staff to bring near-term project items to the agenda as quickly as possible.

302 S. McNeill Street, Carthage
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Moore County Board of Commissioners September 10, 2026 | 6:00 PM Rick Rhyne Public Safety Center 302 S. McNeill Street, Second Floor Carthage, NC 28327 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1. ITEMS OF BUSINESS A. WATER • Current o Capacity o Usage • Near-Term Projects o Linden Road Wells o Other Potential Well Sites o Storage Capacity / Elevated Tank Options o Maximizing / Optimizing Pump and Transmission • Long-Term Projects o Future Water Sources: Review of Options Evaluated o Update on Current Option (Crystal Lake) ▪ FEMA Assistance ▪ Camp Easter Road ▪ Safe Yield (Phase 1 and Phase 2) ▪ Treatment Capacity (Phase 1 and Phase 2) o Wadsworth, McCrimmon, Manor Roads Area Project o Water Allocation Options B. SEWER • Highway 211 and Seven Lakes Business District Project o Overview o Community Meeting o Policy Considerations for Force Main • Wastewater Treatment Plant o Current Capacity o Daily Usage o Threshold for Expansion • Sewer Allocation Options C. OTHER • Fund Balances /Revenues, Dollars Available, State Allocation • Funding Assistance o State o Federal • Rate Impact Analysis 2. COMMISSIONERS’ COMMENTS ADJOURNMENT
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Moore County Board of Commissioners September 10, 2026 | 6:00 PM Rick Rhyne Public Safety Center 302 S. McNeill Street, Second Floor Carthage, NC 28327 SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT Chairman Nick Picerno, Vice Chairman Jim Von Canon, John Ritter, and Tom Adams BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT Kurt Cook CALL TO ORDER Chairman Nick Picerno called the meeting to order. INVOCATION County Manager Wayne Vest offered the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Vice Chairman Von Canon led the Pledge of Allegiance. County Manager Vest gave an overview of the agenda. 1. ITEMS OF BUSINESS Public Works Director Brian Patnode gave a presentation regarding water and sewer items in Moore County and provided a handout as additional information. The presentation and handout are hereby incorporated and made a part of these minutes by attachment as Appendix A. 2. COMMISSIONER’S COMMENTS Commissioner Ritter noted that the meeting had productively identified near-term projects deserving immediate action and surfaced important considerations about each long-term projects as well, recommending a follow-up work session to continue the analysis. Commissioner Adams emphasized that the decisions being made will shape the county's water future for the next 50 to 100 years, and that the deliberate pace of the process is appropriate given the stakes. Vice Chairman Von Canon offered closing remarks on the significance and complexity of the decisions ahead. 528 Chairman Picerno directed commissi …
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Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Board

Moore County Planning Board to discuss rezoning and ordinance amendments

The Planning Board will consider rezoning requests for multi-family apartments and highway commercial use. The meeting also includes the continuation of public hearings regarding Unified Development Ordinance amendments for the Highway Corridor Overlay District.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board backs fire-code access rules for subdivisions, 3-2

The Moore County Planning Board recommended several Unified Development Ordinance amendments to the Board of Commissioners, including new vehicular access standards for subdivisions that staff said track existing state fire code. It also recommended letting religious institutions be permitted by right in all zoning districts and reclassifying bars, breweries, wineries, tattoo parlors and similar businesses out of the "adult uses" category. A zoning request for four parcels on Highway Commercial (B-2) was pulled and moved to the September 3, 2026 meeting. All votes were recommendations to the Board of Commissioners, which makes the final decision.

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Moore County Planning Board September 3, 2026 | 6:00 PM Historic Courthouse 1 Courthouse Square Carthage, NC 28327 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER Member Volunteer INVOCATION Member Volunteer PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Member Volunteer MISSION STATEMENT Member Volunteer I. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD Please sign up on the Public Comment Sign-in sheet near the door II. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA 1. Approval of Minutes of August 6, 2026, Planning Board Regular Meeting III. ADDITIONAL AGENDA 1. CHAIRMAN: Does any Planning Board member have a conflict of interest concerning agenda items the Board will address in this meeting? 2. Election of Vice Chair IV. PUBLIC HEARING 1. CONTINUED: Unified Development Ordinance Amendments to Chapter 7- General Development Standards, Section 7.8 (Highway Corridor Overlay District) Section 7.8.A (New Development), Section 7.8.B (Existing Development), Section 7.8.D (Maintenance and Changes), Section 7.8.E (Screening Standards), Section 7.8.F (Prohibited Uses), Section 7.8.G (Conditional Zoning Uses), Section 7.8.H (Stormwater Management), Section 7.8.I (Building Standards), Section 7.8.J (Fences), Section 7.8.K (Parking), Section 7.8.L ( Access), Section 7.8.M. ( Screening along Highway Rights-of- Way), Section 7.8.N. (Vehicular Use Area Screening), Section 7.8 O. (Dumpster, Mechanical & Electrical Equipment, Outdoor Storage Screening), Section 7.8.P ( Signs), Section 7.8.Q (Lighting), and adjust letterin …
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Moore County Planning Board August 6, 2026 | 6:00 PM Historic Courthouse 1 Courthouse Square Carthage, NC 28327 MINUTES BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Tyler Brady; Board Member Ron Jackson; Board Member Sara Gassaway; Board Member John McLaughlin; Board Member Curtis Self; STAFF PRESENT: Ruth Pedersen, Planning Director; Danielle Orloff, Senior Planner Kathryn Stapleton, Senior Planner; Ashley Robinson, Administrative Officer II; Laura Williams, Assistant County Manager; Misty Leland, County Attorney; Tom Blue, County Engineer; Kayla Kern, Deputy CALL TO ORDER Chairman Brady called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM INVOCATION Member Volunteer The invocation was delivered by Board Member John McLaughlin. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Member Volunteer Chairman Brady led the Pledge of Allegiance MISSION STATEMENT Member Volunteer The mission statement was delivered by Board Member Curtis Self. I. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD Please sign up on the Public Comment Sign-in sheet near the door Two members of the public addressed the Board during the public comment period. Jeff Marcus spoke about stormwater management concerns. He recounted an incident nature preserve near his property in which a developer improperly cut a trench and failed to stabilize soil, resulting in significant sediment runoff during recent storms. A DOT engineer he consulted indicated that such corner-cutting is common because developers face …
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Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 18:00

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Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Moore County Board considers zoning amendments and sheriff contract

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding Unified Development Ordinance amendments and a zoning request for Highway Commercial use. The meeting also includes discussions on airport project revisions and a new contract for the Sheriff's Office.

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✓ Decided: Moore County approves $147,109 contract for new Tasers and budget amendments

The Board of Commissioners approved a contract with Axon Enterprises for Taser 7 and Taser 10 units to equip the Sheriff's Office and Detention Center. The Board also passed several budget amendments and ordinances related to airport projects and committee bylaws.

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Moore County Board of Commissioners September 1, 2026 | 5:30 PM Historic Courthouse 1 Courthouse Square Carthage, NC 28327 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1. ADDITIONAL AGENDA CHAIRMAN Does any Commissioner have a conflict of interest concerning agenda items the Board will address in this meeting? 2. CONSENT AGENDA All items listed below are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion. No separate discussion will be held except on request of a member of the Board of Commissioners. A. Board of Commissioners - Special Meeting Minutes, August 14, 2026 B. Board of Commissioners - Special Meeting Minutes, August 17, 2026 C. Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting Minutes and Closed Session Minutes, August 18, 2026 D. Finance - Budget Amendments E. Finance - Airport Runway 5 RPZ and ROFA Project – Revision 1 F. Airport - SCIF Grant Project Budget Ordinance and Resolution (WBS #36244.57.15.1) Revision 3 G. Social Services - Non-Emergency Medicaid Transportation Contract - Right Transportation H. Social Services - Non-Emergency Medicaid Transportation Contract — ASAP Transportation 3. RECOGNITIONS 4. PRESENTATIONS A. Tax - 2027 Schedule of Values/Timeline (Gary Briggs, Tax Administrator) 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Planning - Call to Public Hearing to consider Unified Development Ordinance Amendment to Chapter 6 (Table of Uses), Section 6.1 (Principal Use Table) (Ruth …
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Moore County Board of Commissioners September 1, 2026 | 5:30 PM Historic Courthouse 1 Courthouse Square Carthage, NC 28327 MINUTES BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT Vice Chairman Jim Von Canon, Kurt Cook, John Ritter, and Tom Adams BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT Chairman Nick Picerno CALL TO ORDER Vice Chairman Von Canon called the meeting to order and welcomed everyone in attendance. INVOCATION Elder A. Kevin Medlin with First Tabernacle Beth El in Southern Pines offered the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Planning Director Ruth Pedersen led the Pledge of Allegiance. 1. ADDITIONAL AGENDA There were no additional agenda items. Vice Chairman Von Canon asked whether any commissioner had a conflict of interest regarding agenda items the Board would address during this meeting and none were identified. 2. CONSENT AGENDA Upon motion made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Commissioner Ritter, the Board voted unanimously to approve the consent agenda as presented. The budget amendments, runway project budget ordinance and resolution, and SCIF project budget ordinance and resolution are hereby incorporated and made a part of these minutes by attachment as Appendices A, B, and C. A. Board of Commissioners - Special Meeting Minutes, August 14, 2026 B. Board of Commissioners - Special Meeting Minutes, August 17, 2026 500 Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting Minutes and Closed Session Minutes, August 18, 2026 Finance - Budget Amendments Finance - Airport Runway 5 RPZ and ROFA Project — Re …
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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 17:30

General

Moore County Board to consider fire truck purchase, road naming, and appointments

The Moore County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda, a public hearing on a road name ordinance amendment, and several new business items including a fire apparatus acquisition for Pinebluff, a contract amendment, and a grant for a Veterans Treatment Court. The board will also make appointments to various boards and committees, and enter closed session for legal and personnel matters.

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✓ Decided: Board votes 4-1 to start upset bid process for vacant Davis Center

The Board voted 4-1 to direct the County Manager to begin the upset bid process for the vacant Davis Community Center, with Commissioner Ritter dissenting. The Board also approved several contracts and grants, including a PFAS assessment contract amendment, a fire truck purchase for Pinebluff, and a $50,000 grant for the Veterans Treatment Court. A resolution supporting Senate Bill 992 but opposing its notice requirements was adopted unanimously.

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Moore County Board of Commissioners August 18, 2026 | 5:30 PM Historic Courthouse 1 Courthouse Square Carthage, NC 28327 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1. ADDITIONAL AGENDA CHAIRMAN Does any Commissioner have a conflict of interest concerning agenda items the Board will address in this meeting? 2. CONSENT AGENDA All items listed below are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion. No separate discussion will be held except on request of a member of the Board of Commissioners. A. Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting Minutes, August 4, 2026 B. Finance - Budget Amendments C. Health - FY27 Activity 117 Public Health Infrastructure: Local Workforce Development Agreement Addendum D. Tax - Tax Releases/Refunds for the Month of July E. Public Works - Contract with Burr Grading, Inc. for Biosolids Trucking - WPCP 3. RECOGNITIONS A. Board of Commissioners - Constitution Week Proclamation 2026 (Marsha Jacobs, Registrar, Alfred Moore Chapter, NSDAR) 4. PRESENTATIONS A. Tax - 2026 Session of the Moore County Board of Equalization and Review (Susan Adams, Chairman , Board of Equalization and Review) 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. GIS/IT - Public Hearing - Amendment to the Road Name and Addressing Ordinance to Add One Road (Rachel Smith, GIS Coordinator) 6. QUASI-JUDICIAL HEARINGS 7. OLD BUSINESS 8. NEW BUSINESS A. Property Management - S&ME, Inc. Contract Amendment #8 (G …
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Moore County Board of Commissioners August 18, 2026 | 5:30 PM Historic Courthouse 1 Courthouse Square Carthage, NC 28327 MINUTES BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT Chairman Nick Picerno, Vice Chairman Jim Von Canon, Kurt Cook, John Ritter, and Tom Adams CALL TO ORDER Chairman Picerno called the meeting to order. INVOCATION The invocation was delivered by Father Hutchens of Christ Church Anglican of Southern Pines. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Assistant Finance Director Chris Morgan. 1. ADDITIONAL AGENDA There were no additional agenda items. Chairman Picerno asked whether any commissioner had a conflict of interest regarding agenda items the Board would address during this meeting and none were identified. 2. CONSENT AGENDA Upon motion made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Vice Chairman Von Canon, the Board voted unanimously to approve the consent agenda as presented. The budget amendments, and the tax release/refunds are hereby incorporated and made a part of these minutes by attachment as Appendices A and B. A. Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting Minutes, August 4, 2026 B. Finance - Budget Amendments C. Health - FY27 Activity 117 Public Health Infrastructure: Local Workforce Development Agreement Addendum D. Tax - Tax Releases/Refunds for the Month of July E. Public Works - Contract with Burr Grading, Inc. for Biosolids Trucking - WPCP 478 3. RECOGNITIONS A. Board of Commissioners - Constitution Week Proclamation 2026 Chairman Picerno …
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Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 16:00

General

✓ Decided: Board hears Flock camera presentation; no vote taken

The Moore County Board of Commissioners held an informational workshop on the Sheriff's Office use of Flock ALPR cameras. No formal decisions or votes were taken on the program. The board heard presentations from Sheriff Ronnie Fields and Major Eric Galloway, discussed data security, audits, and public concerns, and clarified that the board does not direct the elected Sheriff's operations.

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Moore County Board of Commissioners August 17, 2026 | 4:00 PM Moore County Senior Enrichment Center Grand Hall, 8040 US-15 West End, NC MINUTES BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT Chairman Nick Picerno, Vice Chairman Jim Von Canon, Kurt Cook, John Ritter, and Tom Adams CALL TO ORDER Chairman Picerno called the meeting to order and welcomed everyone in attendance. INVOCATION County Manager Wayne Vest offered the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Vice Chairman Jim Von Canon led the Pledge of Allegiance. Chairman Picerno stated that the meeting was informational in nature and would not include a public comment period. He invited anyone wishing to provide comments to sign up to speak during the public comment period at a Regular Meeting. 1. FLOCK CAMERAS DISCUSSION Sheriff Ronnie Fields opened the discussion by introducing Chief Deputy Andy Conway and Major Eric Galloway, characterizing Major Galloway as the subject matter expert on forensic and investigative technology. Sheriff Fields expressed appreciation to the Board and spoke directly to the public, urging attendees to approach the presentation with an open mind. He briefly highlighted two recent high-profile cases in Moore County in which Flock cameras proved instrumental: a double homicide at Woodlake, where camera data confirmed the suspect had left Moore County and enabled coordination with Virginia and Ohio authorities leading to an arrest the same afternoon; and a triple homicide investigation, in which Flock camera footage …
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Fri Aug 14, 2026 · 18:00

General

Board discusses Seven Lakes sewer system and roads plans

The Moore County Board of Commissioners is meeting to discuss the Seven Lakes sewer system and roads, including Phase 1 and Phase 2 plans. The agenda also includes comments from state legislators and commissioner remarks. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: No quorum; meeting adjourned without action

The Board of Commissioners met but lacked a quorum, so no official business could be conducted. The meeting was called to order and adjourned one minute later without acting on any agenda items.

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# Moore County Board of Commissioners August 14, 2026 | 6:00 PM Seven Lakes West Community Center 556 Longleaf Drive West End, NC 27376 ## AGENDA |||CALL TO ORDER|| |---|---|---|---| |||INVOCATION|PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE| |1.||INTRODUCTIONS|| |2.||A. B.|DISCUSSION OF SEVEN LAKES SEWER SYSTEM AND ROADS Phase 1 Plans Phase 2 Plans| |3.|||COMMENTS BY SENATOR MCINNIS AND REPRESENTATIVE JACKSON| |4.||ADJOURNMENT|COMMISSIONERS' COMMENTS|
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Moore County Board of Commissioners August 14, 2026 | 6:00 PM Seven Lakes West Community Center 556 Longleaf Drive West End, NC 27376 MINUTES BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT Chairman Nick Picerno and John Ritter BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT Vice Chairman Jim Von Canon, Kurt Cook and Tom Adams CALL TO ORDER Chairman Picerno called the meeting to order at 6:00pm. A quorum of the Board was not present. Therefore, the Board was unable to conduct official business or act on the matters listed on the agenda. There being no further business that could be conducted in the absence of a quorum, the meeting was adjourned at 6:01pm. et ay,, a un , ) Sty OF 40%, \ Cpt om “ aPOn °s / re Rg Br WF to the Board Jennifer Parks ty Cy aa euenttttnnry > ' ° j ~ Soe s Yy ae of ww
Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Board

Planning Board to hold public hearings on zoning and development ordinance changes

The Moore County Planning Board will conduct public hearings on proposed amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance, including changes to zoning classifications and development standards. The board will also review subdivision regulations and receive updates from the Planning Department.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board recommends denial of major subdivision by-right approval

The Moore County Planning Board recommended denial of UDO amendments that would have removed the Special Use Permit requirement for major subdivisions in RA-20, RA-40, and RA-USB districts, making them permitted by right. The board also voted on multiple Chapter 19 subdivision amendments, approving some modifications and denying others, with several items continued to future meetings due to tie votes. The board recommended approval of a modified Section 19.6.A that removes only the 500-foot adjacency restriction while retaining the four-lot maximum for minor subdivisions.

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Moore County Planning Board August 6, 2026 | 6:00 PM Historic Courthouse 1 Courthouse Square Carthage, NC 28327 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER Member Volunteer INVOCATION Member Volunteer PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Member Volunteer MISSION STATEMENT Member Volunteer I. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD Please sign up on the Public Comment Sign-in sheet near the door II. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA 1. Approval of Minutes of July 9, 2026, Planning Board Special Meeting III. ADDITIONAL AGENDA 1. CHAIRMAN: Does any Planning Board member have a conflict of interest concerning agenda items the Board will address in this meeting? IV. PUBLIC HEARING 1. Public Hearing to consider Unified Development Ordinance Amendment to Chapter 6 (Table of Uses), Section 6.1 (Principal Use Table) 2. Public Hearing to consider Unified Development Ordinance Amendment to Chapter 6 (Table of Uses), Section 6.1 (Principal Use Table). 3. Zoning Request to Highway Commercial (B-2) Parcel ID 20020664, 20200038, 20180532, and 20180202 4. CONTINUED: Unified Development Ordinance Amendments to Chapter 14 – Appeals & Variances, Section 14.1.B (Appeal of Administrative Decision- Applicability), 5. CONTINUED: Unified Development Ordinance Amendments to Chapter 7- General Development Standards, Section 7.2 (Access to Lots), Section 7.11.H (List of Recommended Native Species), Section 7.11.I (List of Native Species Not Recommended), Section 7.11.J (List of Prohibited Species) and adjust …
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Moore County Planning Board Special Meeting July 9, 2026 | 4:00 PM Historic Courthouse 1 Courthouse Square Carthage, NC 28327 MINUTES BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Tyler Brady; Vice Chair Tucker McKenzie; Board Member Hugh Hinton; Board Member Ron Jackson; Board Member Guy McGraw; Board Member John McLaughlin; Board Member David Mclean; Board Member Curtis Self; STAFF PRESENT: Ruth Pedersen, Planning Director; Danielle Orloff, Senior Planner; Ashley Robinson, Administrative Officer; Wayne Vest, County Manager; Laura Williams, Assistant County Manager; Misty Leland, County Attorney; Brian Patnode, Public Works Director; Tom Blue, County Engineer; Matthew Dawkins; Deputy Fire Marshall; Nicholas Stamatopoulos, Assistant Fire Marshal; Zachary Garner, Support Specialist II and Brad Huizinga, Kayla Kern Sheriff CALL TO ORDER Chairman Brady called the meeting to order at 4:00 PM INVOCATION The invocation was delivered by Board Member David McLean. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Chairman Tyler Brady led the Pledge of Allegiance MISSION STATEMENT I. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD The Chair opened the general public comment period, clarifying that speakers addressing a specific public hearing item later on the agenda should reserve their comments for that hearing and would not be permitted to speak at both. Danny Harward expressed concern over what he described as exponential growth across Moore County. He stated that he had …
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Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Board to consider PFAS settlement spending, fleet policy, and road naming

The Moore County Board of Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda that includes a capital project ordinance revision for PFAS settlement funds (Fund 414), revisions to the vehicle fleet policy, and a contract for non-emergency Medicaid transportation. A public hearing will be held on an amendment to the Road Name and Addressing Ordinance to add one road. The board will also review appointments to county boards and committees.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $451K United Rentals contract extension for wastewater plant

The Moore County Board of Commissioners approved Contract Amendment No. 2 with United Rentals, extending the contract through September 30, 2026, and increasing the not-to-exceed amount to $451,422.30 for continued blower rental at the Water Pollution Control Plant. The board also unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included vehicle fleet policy revisions and a PFAS settlement capital project ordinance revision. A public hearing was scheduled for August 18, 2026, to consider adding ASHTON LN to the Road Name and Addressing Ordinance. The board discussed public concerns about Flock cameras and scheduled a work session with the Sheriff's Department for August 17, 2026.

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Moore County Board of Commissioners August 4, 2026 | 5:30 PM Historic Courthouse 1 Courthouse Square Carthage, NC 28327 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1. ADDITIONAL AGENDA CHAIRMAN Does any Commissioner have a conflict of interest concerning agenda items the Board will address in this meeting? 2. CONSENT AGENDA All items listed below are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion. No separate discussion will be held except on request of a member of the Board of Commissioners. A. Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting Minutes, July 21, 2026 B. Board of Commissioners - Boards, Committees, and Commissions Attendance Bylaws Amendment Deadline Extension C. Administration - Vehicle Fleet Policy Revisions D. Elections - Sole Source with Election Systems & Software, LLC E. Finance - PFAS Settlement (Fund 414) Capital Project Ordinance - Revision #5 F. Social Services - Non-Emergency Medicaid Transportation Contract - Safe Journey Solutions LLC 3. RECOGNITIONS 4. PRESENTATIONS 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. GIS/IT - Call to Public Hearing - Amendment to the Road Name and Addressing Ordinance to Add One Road (Rachel Smith, GIS Coordinator) 6. QUASI-JUDICIAL HEARINGS 7. OLD BUSINESS 8. NEW BUSINESS 9. APPOINTMENTS A. Board of Commissioners - Moore County Boards and Committees Appointments Review for August 2026 10. ADDITIONAL AGENDA 11. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD 12. MANAGER’S REPORT 13. COMMISSIONERS’ …
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Moore County Board of Commissioners August 4, 2026 | 5:30 PM Historic Courthouse 1 Courthouse Square Carthage, NC 28327 MINUTES BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT Chairman Nick Picerno, Vice Chairman Jim Von Canon, and Kurt Cook BOARD MEMBES ABSENT John Ritter and Tom Adams CALL TO ORDER Vice Chairman Von Canon called the meeting to order. INVOCATION Reverend Thearon Willis of Carthage United Methodist Church offered the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Budgeting and Auditing Director Tami Golden led the Pledge of Allegiance. 1. ADDITIONAL AGENDA Upon motion made by Chairman Picerno, seconded by Commissioner Cook, the Board voted unanimously to add one item under New Business: Contract Amendment No. 2 with United Rentals for the Water Pollution Control Plant. Vice Chairman Von Canon asked whether any commissioner had a conflict of interest regarding agenda items the Board will address during this meeting, and none were identified. 2. CONSENT AGENDA Upon motion made by Chairman Picerno, seconded by Commissioner Cook, the Board voted unanimously to approve the consent agenda as presented. The vehicle fleet policy revisions, and the PFAS settlement capital project ordinance revision 5 are hereby incorporated and made a part of these minutes by attachment as Appendices A and B. A. Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting Minutes, July 21, 2026 B. Board of Commissioners - Boards, Committees, and Commissions Attendance Bylaws Amendment Deadline Extension 426 7m OO Administration …
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Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 18:00

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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Commissioners

Board will vote on major capital project ordinances and multiple contracts

The Moore County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda of routine items, then move to new business where it will approve several capital project ordinances, contract extensions, and resolutions. Items include ordinances for the Courthouse and Detention Buildings (Fund 432) and North Moore High School (Fund 483), a grant from the Duke Energy Foundation for public safety, and a resolution to dissolve the Moore County Fire Commission. The meeting also includes presentations, recognitions, and appointments.

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✓ Decided: Moore County Board of Commissioners holds closed session on real property

The Board entered a closed session to consult with an attorney and discuss terms for the acquisition of real property. The Board later voted to seal the minutes of that session. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

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Moore County Board of Commissioners July 21, 2026 | 5:30 PM Historic Courthouse 1 Courthouse Square Carthage, NC 28327 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1. ADDITIONAL AGENDA CHAIRMAN Does any Commissioner have a conflict of interest concerning agenda items the Board will address in this meeting? 2. CONSENT AGENDA All items listed below are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion. No separate discussion will be held except on request of a member of the Board of Commissioners. A. Board of Commissioners - Closed Session Minutes and Regular Meeting Minutes, June 16, 2026 B. Aging - Home & Community Care Block Grant Funding Proposal C. Aging - Aging's FY27 Family Caregiver Support Program Funding Proposal D. Airport - Northwest Corporate Area (CON/CA/RPR) Project #36244.57.17.2 E. Airport - Corporate Hangars Capital Project Ordinance F. Airport - SCIF Grant Project Budget Ordinance and Resolution (WBS #36244.57.15.1) Revision 2 G. Social Services - Memorandum of Understanding between Moore County Social Services and Moore County Transportation H. Social Services - Non-Emergency Medicaid Transportation Contract - Henry and Henry Logistics I. Social Services - NCDHHS Memorandum of Understanding 2026-2028 J. Finance - The RISE - Moore Buddies Mentoring - IIS Program Application K. Finance - Budget Amendments L. Finance - Courthouse and Detention Buildings Capital Project Ordinance (Fund 432 …
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1. 179 Moore County Board of Commissioners June 16, 2026 14:30 PM Historic Courthouse 1 Courthouse Square Carthage, NC 28327 MINUTES BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT Chairman Nick Picerno, Vice Chairman Jim Von Canon (recused from the closed session), John Ritter, Tom Adams, and Kurt Cook (entered the meeting at 5:30pm) CALL TO ORDER Chairman Picerno called the meeting to order at 4:30pm. CLOSED SESSION Upon motion made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Chairman Picerno, the Board voted unanimously to enter into closed session pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 143-318.11(a)(3) to consult with an attorney employed or retained by the public body in order to preserve the attorney-client privilege between the attorney and the public body, which privilege is hereby acknowledged; and N.C.G.S. § 143- 318.11 (a)(5) to establish or instruct staff regarding the price and other material terms for the acquisition of real property. Upon motion made by Vice Chairman Von Canon, seconded by Commissioner Ritter, the Board voted unanimously to return to open session and seal the minutes at 5:30pm. INVOCATION County Manager Wayne Vest offered the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Commissioner Ritter led the Pledge of Allegiance. 2. ADDITIONAL AGENDA 3. There were no additional agenda items. Upon motion made by Chairman Picerno, seconded by Vice Chairman Von Canon, the Board voted unanimously to move the Public Comment Period to the third item of business. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD John Misia …
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Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 16:00

Planning Board

Planning Board to hold public hearing on multiple UDO amendments

The Planning Board will conduct a public hearing to discuss several proposed amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance. These changes affect subdivision requirements, highway corridor standards, and zoning definitions.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board recommends three Unified Development Ordinance amendments

The Board recommended three text amendments to the Moore County Unified Development Ordinance. These changes involve reclassifying massage and bodywork therapy, removing maximum size restrictions for accessory structures, and allowing amenity centers in subdivisions.

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Moore County Planning Board July 9, 2026 | 4:00 PM Historic Courthouse 1 Courthouse Square Carthage, NC 28327 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION Member Volunteer PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Member Volunteer MISSION STATEMENT Member Volunteer I. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD Please sign up on the Public Comment Sign-in sheet near the door II. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA 1. Approval of Minutes of June 4, 2026, Planning Board Meeting III. ADDITIONAL AGENDA 1. CHAIRMAN: Does any Planning Board member have a conflict of interest concerning agenda items the Board will address in this meeting? IV. PUBLIC HEARING 1. Unified Development Ordinance Amendments to Chapter 19 (Subdivisions) Section 19.3.B. (Exempt Subdivision - Submittal Requirements), Section 19.6.A (Minor Subdivisions Identified), Section 19.6.D (Minor Subdivisions - Access Requirements), Section 19.7.A (Major Subdivisions- Preliminary Plat Submittal and Review- Defined) Section 19.7.C (Major Subdivisions- Preliminary Plat Submittal and Review -Subdivision Review Approval Steps) Section 19.7.E (Major Subdivisions- Preliminary Plat Submittal & Review - Preliminary Plat Submittal) Section 19.7.G (Major Subdivisions- Preliminary Plat Submittal & Review - Drainage), Section 19.7.J. (Major Subdivisions- Minimum Design Standards as shown on Preliminary Plat - Review by the Subdivision Review Board (SRB)), Section 19.7.K (Major Subdivisions- Preliminary Plat Submittal & Review - Action by the Board o …
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Moore County Planning Board June 4, 2026 | 6:00 PM Historic Courthouse 1 Courthouse Square Carthage, NC 28327 MINUTES BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Tyler Brady; Vice Chair Tucker McKenzie; Board Member Hugh Hinton; Board Member Ron Jackson; Board Member Guy McGraw; Board Member John McLaughlin; Board Member David Mclean STAFF PRESENT: Danielle Orloff, Senior Planner; Michael English, Senior Planner Ashley Robinson, Administrative Officer; Laura Williams, Assistant County Manager; Zachary Garner, Support Specialist II and Brad Huizinga, Deputy Sheriff CALL TO ORDER Chairman Brady called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM, INVOCATION Board Member Volunteer The invocation was delivered by Vice Chair McKenzie. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Board Member Volunteer Chairman Brady led the Pledge of Allegiance MISSION STATEMENT Board Member Volunteer Board Member Hinton read the Mission Statement I. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD Please sign up on the Public Comment Sign-in sheet near the door No Public Comments II. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA Board Member McGraw made a motion to approve the consent agenda. Board Member McLaughlin seconded. Motion passed (7-0). 1. Approval of Minutes of May 7, 2026, Planning Board Meeting III. Chairman Brady inquired whether any Planning Board Member had a conflict of interest Concerning the agenda, items to be addressed at the meeting. Hearing none, the Chairman in …
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Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 16:30

Board of Commissioners

Board to approve purchase of Eagle Springs Toyne fire pumper engine

The Moore County Board of Commissioners will consider a range of routine consent agenda items, including several contracts and budget amendments. Commissioners will hear public input on a rezoning request for US 15‑501 Hwy and multiple Unified Development Ordinance amendments. New business includes a contract for a water‑pollution‑control plant and the authorization to acquire a new fire‑pumper engine.

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✓ Decided: Board enters closed session for legal and property talks

The Moore County Board of Commissioners met and voted unanimously to enter closed session to consult with an attorney and discuss real property acquisition terms. They returned to open session and sealed the minutes. No substantive decisions were made during the open portion of the meeting.

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Moore County Board of Commissioners June 16, 2026 | 4:30 PM Historic Courthouse 1 Courthouse Square Carthage, NC 28327 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER 1. CLOSED SESSION INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 2. ADDITIONAL AGENDA CHAIRMAN Does any Commissioner have a conflict of interest concerning agenda items the Board will address in this meeting? 3. CONSENT AGENDA All items listed below are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion. No separate discussion will be held except on request of a member of the Board of Commissioners. A. Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting Minutes, June 2, 2026 B. Board of Commissioners - Special Meeting Minutes, June 4, 2026 C. Administration - NC Forestry Service Contract for FY 2026-2027 D. Administration - Moore County Economic Development Partnership Contract for FY 2026-2027 E. Administration - Non-Profit Grant Agreement with Trillium Health Resources for FY 2026-2027 F. Administration - NeoGov Contract Amendment No.1 G. Finance - Budget Amendments H. Transportation - Moore County Transportation Services - CY25 Compliance Review I. Transportation - FY 2027-2028 Unified Grant Application - Phase I: Pre- Application Documents J. Tax - Tax Releases/Refunds for the Month of May K. Airport - SCIF Grant Project Budget Ordinance and Resolution (WBS #36244.57.15.1) Revision 1 L. Property Management - Distribution Line Easement Adjustment to Provide Power to New EMS/Fire Station (Station …
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1. 179 Moore County Board of Commissioners June 16, 2026 14:30 PM Historic Courthouse 1 Courthouse Square Carthage, NC 28327 MINUTES BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT Chairman Nick Picerno, Vice Chairman Jim Von Canon (recused from the closed session), John Ritter, Tom Adams, and Kurt Cook (entered the meeting at 5:30pm) CALL TO ORDER Chairman Picerno called the meeting to order at 4:30pm. CLOSED SESSION Upon motion made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Chairman Picerno, the Board voted unanimously to enter into closed session pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 143-318.11(a)(3) to consult with an attorney employed or retained by the public body in order to preserve the attorney-client privilege between the attorney and the public body, which privilege is hereby acknowledged; and N.C.G.S. § 143- 318.11 (a)(5) to establish or instruct staff regarding the price and other material terms for the acquisition of real property. Upon motion made by Vice Chairman Von Canon, seconded by Commissioner Ritter, the Board voted unanimously to return to open session and seal the minutes at 5:30pm. INVOCATION County Manager Wayne Vest offered the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Commissioner Ritter led the Pledge of Allegiance. 2. ADDITIONAL AGENDA 3. There were no additional agenda items. Upon motion made by Chairman Picerno, seconded by Vice Chairman Von Canon, the Board voted unanimously to move the Public Comment Period to the third item of business. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD John Misia …
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Thu Jun 4, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Board

Planning Board to discuss UDO amendments and continue several items to July

The Moore County Planning Board will hold a public hearing on amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding uses, subdivisions, and development standards. The board will also approve minutes from a previous meeting and hear reports from the Planning Department.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board recommends rezoning for Dabbs Brothers LLC on US 15-501 Hwy.

The Planning Board approved a land use plan consistency statement and recommended approval of a rezoning request to the Board of Commissioners. The request seeks to rezone a portion of a 10.5-acre parcel from Rural Agricultural and Neighborhood Business to entirely Neighborhood Business. Additionally, staff presented updates regarding proposed UDO text amendments for subdivisions and the Highway Corridor Overlay District.

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Moore County Planning Board June 4, 2026 | 6:00 PM Historic Courthouse 1 Courthouse Square Carthage, NC 28327 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION Member Volunteer PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Member Volunteer MISSION STATEMENT Member Volunteer I. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD Please sign up on the Public Comment Sign-in sheet near the door II. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA 1. Approval of Minutes of May 7, 2026, Planning Board Meeting III. ADDITIONAL AGENDA 1. CHAIRMAN: Does any Planning Board memeber have a conflict of interest concerning agenda items the Board will address in this meeting? IV. PUBLIC HEARING 1. Public Hearing to consider Unified Development Ordinance Amendment to Chapter 6 (Table of Uses), Section 6.1 (Principal Use Table), Chapter 8 (Specific Use Standards), Section 8.58.B (Home Occupation, Level 1) (Standards), Section 8.73.B (Massage & Bodywork Therapy Practice) (Standards), and Section 8.81.A (Office) (Definition). 2. Unified Development Ordinance Amendments to Chapter 6 Table of Uses, Section 6.2.C.4. (Accessory Uses and Structures- General Standards for All Secondary Uses and Structures – Maximum Structure Size) 3. Unified Development Ordinance Amendments to Chapter 6 Table of Uses, Section 6.2.C.1 (General Standards for all Secondary Uses and Structures -Permitted Accessory Uses and Structures), Section 6.2.E (Accessory Use Table) 4. THIS ITEM WILL NOT BE HEARD AND WILL BE CONTIUNED TO THE JULY 9, MEETING AT 4:00 PM.Unified …
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Moore County Planning Board May 7, 2026 | 6:00 PM Historic Courthouse 1 Courthouse Square Carthage, NC 28327 MINUTES BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Tyler Brady; Vice Chair Tucker McKenzie; Board Member Robert Bortins; Board Member Ron Jackson; Board Member Guy McGraw STAFF PRESENT: Danielle Orloff, Senior Planner; Kathryn Stapleton, Senior Planner Ashley Robinson, Administrative Officer; Misty Randall Leland, County Attorney; Laura Williams, Assistant County Manager; Zachary Garner, Support Specialist II and Nathan Trueblood, Cadet Deputy CALL TO ORDER Chairman Brady called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM, INVOCATION Member Volunteer The invocation was delivered by Vice Chair Tucker McKenzie. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Member Volunteer Chairman Brady led the Pledge of Allegiance MISSION STATEMENT Member Volunteer Board Member Bortins read the Mission Statement I. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD Please sign up on the Public Comment Sign-in sheet near the door No Public Comments II. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA Vice Chair McKenzie made a motion to approve the consent agenda. Board Member Bortins seconded. Motion passed (5-0). 1. Approval of Minutes of April 2, 2026, Planning Board Meeting ) III. ADDITIONAL AGENDA Chairman Brady inquired whether any Planning Board member had a conflict of interest concerning the agenda items to be addressed at the meeting. Hearing none, the Chairman indicated th …
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Thu Jun 4, 2026 · 09:45

General

EMWD board to adopt FY 2026-2027 budget ordinance

The East Moore Water District Board of Directors will consider adopting the FY 2026-2027 budget ordinance. This is the sole item of business at the meeting.

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Moore County EMWD Board of Directors June 4, 2026 | 9:45 AM Historic Courthouse 1 Courthouse Square Carthage, NC 28327 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER 1. ITEMS OF BUSINESS: A. Administration - Adopt the FY 2026-2027 East Moore Water District Budget Ordinance (J. Wayne Vest, County Manager) ADJOURNMENT

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🌐 County-level context (Moore County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration+935 people (+$84.0M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)13 ({"Hurricane": 11, "Severe Ice Storm": 2, "Snowstorm": 2, "Bi · last Sat Jan 24, 2026)
Traffic fatalities17 (1 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments2,516 (36,324 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,135/mo (644 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy16.3% (low numeracy 26% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

City profile

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Recorded votes
$384.0M
Annual budget
$249.7M
Debt outstanding
1,077
Permitted housing units

The money — in

source: Census gov-finance & state comptroller

Budget

Revenue$384.0M
Spending$409.2M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.

Debt load HIGH

Outstanding debt$249.7M
Debt-to-revenue0.65×
Debt-load index74 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.419
All kids
0.373
Black kids
0.314

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