{
 "city": "Selma",
 "state": "NC",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/selma/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-08-20",
 "upcoming": [
  {
   "date": "2026-08-20",
   "body": "Board of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Board to decide on 19 code-enforcement fine reductions",
   "summary": "The Selma Board of Adjustment will consider approving 19 code-enforcement fine reductions under the 2026 Grace Period program, which was tabled from the May meeting. The board will also hear an appeal from Barnhill Contracting Company and hold board elections. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including approval of minutes and a closed session.",
   "agenda_url": "https://selma.civicweb.net/document/136157/Board%20of%20Adjustment%20-%2020%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=ABF75884B617408791BD7BC8BEC4C35D",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://selma.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=11785"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-20",
   "body": "Special Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Selma council to discuss department tours and Board of Adjustment",
   "summary": "The Selma Town Council is holding a special meeting with a brief agenda. The council will discuss department tours and a potential joint meeting regarding the Board of Adjustment. No formal votes or decisions are listed; the meeting is primarily for discussion.",
   "agenda_url": "https://selma.civicweb.net/document/136423/Special%20Council%20Meeting%20-%2020%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=6CCD1B88BB854C42A1D420D920DC914A",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://selma.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=11789"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-24",
   "body": "Planning Board",
   "headline": "Planning Board to review 17 ordinance text amendments, including golf cart rules",
   "summary": "The Selma Planning Board will consider and make recommendations on 17 ordinance text amendments covering topics such as golf carts, abandoned vehicles, parking, camping, nuisances, garbage collection, data centers, group homes, and signs. The board will also hold elections for board positions and may enter closed session.",
   "agenda_url": "https://selma.civicweb.net/document/136399/Planning%20Board%20-%2024%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=AF478D2FD1A244E1A660E5FD58920425",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://selma.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=11786"
  }
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  {
   "date": "2026-08-18",
   "body": "Recreation Advisory Board",
   "headline": "Recreation Board to discuss Nature Preserve bid, parks updates, Suber fund",
   "summary": "The Selma Recreation Advisory Board will meet to discuss the Nature Preserve bid, receive updates on parks, review the Suber Fund, and meet the new director. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from February and May 2026 meetings. No formal action items are listed beyond the consent agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://selma.civicweb.net/document/136129/Recreation%20Advisory%20Board%20-%2018%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=EC812463F368486E9C476809AC24AD4B",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://selma.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=11784"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-18",
   "body": "Special Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Selma Council special meeting: recreation board discussion, department tours",
   "summary": "The Selma Town Council is holding a special meeting with a brief agenda: a call to order, discussions/presentations including department tours and a joint Recreation Advisory Board discussion, and adjournment. The agenda is mostly procedural with no specific action items or dollar amounts listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://selma.civicweb.net/document/136413/Special%20Council%20Meeting%20-%2018%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=205289E3801645EEB9F742D91DB2CEC9",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://selma.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=11788"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-17",
   "body": "Appearance Commission",
   "headline": "Appearance Commission to review four historic district alteration requests",
   "summary": "The Selma Appearance Commission will hold a quasi-judicial hearing to consider four Certificates of Appropriateness for exterior changes to properties in historic districts. The commission will also elect board members and may enter closed session. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the July 20, 2026 meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://selma.civicweb.net/document/136126/Appearance%20Commission%20-%2017%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=CA499BCB38FB4B32891FDE6CA677A7E5",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://selma.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=11783"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-17",
   "body": "Special Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Selma council to discuss Appearance Commission at special meeting",
   "summary": "The Selma Town Council is holding a special meeting with a single substantive item: a joint discussion about the Appearance Commission. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including call to order and adjournment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://selma.civicweb.net/document/136403/Special%20Council%20Meeting%20-%2017%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=CFC74CD4D7684CE9B7D04B4A452A000E",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://selma.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=11787"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-11",
   "body": "Town Council Meeting Two",
   "headline": "Selma Council to vote on new job descriptions, senior center lease, and speed limit changes",
   "summary": "The Selma Town Council will review and vote on several items including updated job descriptions for non-sworn police and meter-billing roles, a 5-year lease renewal for the senior center at 611 W Noble St, and a resolution to reduce speed limits on US HWY 301 and W Anderson St. The meeting also includes a stormwater master plan update and a managed print service agreement.",
   "agenda_url": "https://selma.civicweb.net/document/135980/Town%20Council%20Meeting%20Two%20-%2011%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=66F79DDE180C472094ABE6C9951D9656",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://selma.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=11780"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-06",
   "body": "Town Council Meeting One",
   "headline": "Selma Council to vote on fire protection contract and sewer rate changes",
   "summary": "The Selma Town Council will decide on several key items including the renewal of the Johnston County fire protection contract, engineering work for the Selma Nature Preserve, water system upgrades, and fee schedule changes for sewer rates and meter tampering. The meeting also includes a fire chief swearing-in ceremony and a consent agenda for minutes approval.",
   "agenda_url": "https://selma.civicweb.net/document/135977/Town%20Council%20Meeting%20One%20-%2006%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=28B6DF38E3504D8097EEA79A7990E14B",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://selma.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=11781"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-27",
   "body": "Planning Board",
   "headline": "Selma Planning Board to meet July 27, 2026",
   "summary": "The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. There are no specific business items, public hearings, or decisions listed for the July 27 session.",
   "agenda_url": "https://selma.civicweb.net/document/135782/Planning%20Board%20-%2027%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=2C48A77BBF13409CA1B32D20105050F5",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://selma.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=11778"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-23",
   "body": "Special Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Selma Council to vote on police retirements, code work session",
   "summary": "The Selma Town Council will hold a special meeting to discuss a town code work session and vote on several business items. Items include resolutions to retire and award badges and service weapons to retiring Police Major Jeffrey Bass and Police Captain Joshua Layhew. The council will also consider a Town Event Participation Reimbursement Agreement.",
   "agenda_url": "https://selma.civicweb.net/document/135779/Special%20Council%20Meeting%20-%2023%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=93E8A0DDC909483CBDAB3FC3963A1BDB",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://selma.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=11777"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Special Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Town Code Work Session discussed at special council meeting",
   "summary": "The Selma Town Council will hold a Town Code Work Session to discuss updates to the municipal code. No specific actions, votes, or contracts are listed on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://selma.civicweb.net/document/135758/Special%20Council%20Meeting%20-%2021%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=7669603E080F4F35A0672498314F0674",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://selma.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=11776"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-20",
   "body": "Appearance Commission",
   "headline": "Appearance Commission reviews historic preservation requests",
   "summary": "The Appearance Commission is reviewing several Certificate of Appropriateness requests for properties within the historic district. These include exterior color changes, fencing installations, and a parking lot proposal involving alternative materials.",
   "agenda_url": "https://selma.civicweb.net/document/135646/Appearance%20Commission%20-%2020%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=A61159F9285C4D479112FE804E4992D4",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://selma.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=11775"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "Town Council Meeting Two",
   "headline": "Selma Town Council to vote on annexation procedures and utility relocations",
   "summary": "The Town Council will hold a public hearing to codify the requirement for Planning Board review of annexation petitions. The body will also consider requests for utility relocations on River Road and a highway safety grant resolution for the police department.",
   "agenda_url": "https://selma.civicweb.net/document/135561/Town%20Council%20Meeting%20Two%20-%2014%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=B9025533A0CD464EBAA77AA3CF4D01C8",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://selma.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=11772"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-09",
   "body": "Town Council Meeting One",
   "headline": "Council to vote on budget amendment and school facility deal",
   "summary": "The Town Council will consider the FY26/27 Budget Amendment #1, approve an athletic facility use agreement with Johnston County Public Schools for Selma Middle School, and decide on a School Resource Officer service contract. The mayor will also discuss code enforcement issues. A closed session is scheduled.",
   "agenda_url": "https://selma.civicweb.net/document/135559/Town%20Council%20Meeting%20One%20-%2009%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=11D85FDD1B8C41C6A88895A58135A420",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://selma.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=11773"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-24",
   "body": "Special Recreation Advisory Board",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": null,
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://selma.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=11771"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-23",
   "body": "Special Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Council to vote on FY26/27 budget and fees",
   "summary": "The Selma Town Council will consider and likely vote on the proposed FY 2026-2027 budget, including a comprehensive fee schedule covering everything from animal control to electric rates. They will also discuss conveying the Richard B. Harrison property, appointing a new finance officer, amending the current budget, and accepting a police department donation.",
   "agenda_url": "https://selma.civicweb.net/document/135265/Special%20Council%20Meeting%20-%2023%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=D52D026C5AA449A9AC57947E050FCE91",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://selma.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=11768"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "Planning Board",
   "headline": "Planning Board to vote on vested rights text amendment",
   "summary": "The Selma Planning Board will consider an ordinance text amendment to clarify procedures for vested rights (Chapter 17, Article VI). The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and a closed session.",
   "agenda_url": "https://selma.civicweb.net/document/135325/Planning%20Board%20-%2022%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=B4FF150672CF4E79BDB9F232D1DFB278",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://selma.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=11769"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-17",
   "body": "Special Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Council to consider FY 2026/27 budget proposal",
   "summary": "The Selma Town Council will hold a special meeting to consider the proposed budget for fiscal year 2026/27. Interim Town Manager Phillip McDaniel will present the budget proposal. The council may vote to adopt the budget.",
   "agenda_url": "https://selma.civicweb.net/document/135318/Special%20Council%20Meeting%20-%2017%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=E0F796CA1BD241D1A148B1F335A7374B",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://selma.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=11770"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-15",
   "body": "Appearance Commission",
   "headline": "Appearance Commission to review four historic preservation requests",
   "summary": "The Commission will consider Certificates of Appropriateness (COA) for exterior modifications and site work at four different properties. The meeting includes a follow-up on a disputed parking lot material and three new requests for property alterations.",
   "agenda_url": "https://selma.civicweb.net/document/135162/Appearance%20Commission%20-%2015%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=8C76A99AF1D740B9951B1E6E1186DBCE",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://selma.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=11766"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-09",
   "body": "Town Council Meeting Two",
   "headline": "Town Council approves rezoning of 2093 Lizzie Mill Rd to medium‑density",
   "summary": "The Selma Town Council will consider two public‑hearing ordinances: a rezoning of 2093 Lizzie Mill Road from low‑density (R‑20) to medium‑density (R‑10) residential, and an amendment to temporary sign regulations (Section 17‑1108). A FY 26/27 budget proposal will be presented by Interim Town Manager/Fire Chief Phillip McDaniel. The meeting also includes open forum, citizen requests, and routine agenda items.",
   "agenda_url": "https://selma.civicweb.net/document/135105/Town%20Council%20Meeting%20Two%20-%2009%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=0D120E3D18C24C83977A0C7FAC135907",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://selma.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=11764"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-04",
   "body": "Town Council Meeting One",
   "headline": "Council to vote on budget amendment with $807k incentive payment for Eastfield",
   "summary": "The Selma Town Council is discussing a FY25/26 budget amendment #8 that reallocates funds across departments and authorizes an $807,725 incentive payment to Eastfield per an amended agreement. They will also consider a sponsorship request from COMTO for a scholarship 5K event in 2027 valued at $10k-$15k, approve the 2027 events calendar, and amend the customer service policy.",
   "agenda_url": "https://selma.civicweb.net/document/135102/Town%20Council%20Meeting%20One%20-%2004%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=DE96C623D0964E7DAAA389AE4E92F3FD",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://selma.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=11763"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-02",
   "body": "Special Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Selma Town Council to hold special meeting for personnel discussion",
   "summary": "The Town Council will meet in a closed session to discuss personnel matters. Possible action may follow the closed session.",
   "agenda_url": "https://selma.civicweb.net/document/135108/Special%20Council%20Meeting%20-%2002%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=5687F322F80B49C9AFF84F9E54C66D49",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://selma.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=11765"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-21",
   "body": "Board of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Board to consider grace periods for code violations at 20+ properties",
   "summary": "The Board of Adjustment is discussing a proposed grace period program for code enforcement violations, involving an internal review panel. The agenda lists over 20 specific properties (e.g., 301 N. Green Street, 905 W. Anderson Street) that would be subject to this alternative dispute resolution process.",
   "agenda_url": "https://selma.civicweb.net/document/135411/Board%20of%20Adjustment%20-%2021%20May%202026.pdf?handle=854CB6ACCCF74E8DAB7CD5420C3304C6",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://selma.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=11760"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-19",
   "body": "Recreation Advisory Board",
   "headline": "Board discusses FY26/27 budget and Parks Master Plan",
   "summary": "The Recreation Advisory Board will discuss the upcoming fiscal year budget for parks and recreation, review the Parks & Recreation Master Plan, and consider updates on sidewalks and trails funded by the PARTF grant. They will also review a board application and hold board elections.",
   "agenda_url": "https://selma.civicweb.net/document/135408/Recreation%20Advisory%20Board%20-%2019%20May%202026.pdf?handle=BF2AB5AAD0564B9B8D9400F624A3E29F",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://selma.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=11761"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-19",
   "body": "Special Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Selma council to discuss pending litigation in closed session",
   "summary": "The Selma Town Council will convene a special meeting to consult with an attorney regarding pending litigation. The session will include a closed session for this discussion before adjourning.",
   "agenda_url": "https://selma.civicweb.net/document/134952/Special%20Council%20Meeting%20-%2019%20May%202026.pdf?handle=13D14F5328BF467781F493DB51B4595D",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://selma.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=11762"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-18",
   "body": "Appearance Commission",
   "headline": "Commission to rule on parking lot and pergola at 110 W. Waddell St.",
   "summary": "The Appearance Commission will consider three requests for Certificates of Appropriateness (COAs) for historic properties: a tabled application for a parking lot and pergola at 110 W. Waddell Street, and new applications for changes at 312 N. Sumner Street and 501 W. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Way. The meeting also includes beautification award nominations and a closed session.",
   "agenda_url": "https://selma.civicweb.net/document/134792/Appearance%20Commission%20-%2018%20May%202026.pdf?handle=C08CBC8A9B7B449AAB028BD671701A4E",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://selma.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=11759"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-12",
   "body": "Town Council Meeting Two",
   "headline": "Council holds public hearing on FY26/27 budget proposal",
   "summary": "The Town Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY26/27 budget, along with quasi-judicial hearings for two subdivisions (Crooked Creek and Glenfield). The agenda also includes a presentation on the FY25/26 financial audit and a memorandum detailing a Power Cost Adjustment billing error affecting 13 accounts, with a recovery plan.",
   "agenda_url": "https://selma.civicweb.net/document/134661/Town%20Council%20Meeting%20Two%20-%2012%20May%202026.pdf?handle=B72BFF7107744F008AED940F6411FBA2",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://selma.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=11755"
  }
 ]
}