Camden County public meetings in 2022
19 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to elect a Chair and Vice Chair and swear in new officials. The body will also consider the 2023 meeting and holiday schedules and review various board appointments.
- Election of Board Chair and Vice Chair
- Swearing-in of Commissioner Elects Sissy Aydlett and Troy Leary
- Resolution 2022-12-01 establishing the 2023 Schedule of Meetings
- Appointment of Michele Ward to the Center for Active Adults Advisory Board
- Appointment of Clayton Riggs to the Albemarle Commission Board of Delegates
The Board held its annual organizational meeting to elect leadership and swear in new officials. The Board approved the 2023 meeting and holiday schedules, a tax report, and several board appointments.
- Elected Tiffney White as Board Chair (3-2)
- Elected Ross Munro as Board Vice Chair (3-2)
- Reappointed Lisa Anderson as Tax Administrator (5-0)
- Approved bonds for various county offices and districts (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-12-01 for 2023 meeting schedule (5-0)
- Approved 2023 State Holiday Schedule including Juneteenth (5-0)
- Appointed Michele Ward to Center for Active Adults Advisory Board (5-0)
- Appointed Ross Munro to Albemarle District Jail Commission (5-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Camden County Board of Commissioners and Board of Education met to discuss design options and budget additions for a new high school. The Board of Education voted to request a detailed itemized budget from M.B. Kahn. Discussions were held regarding a potential working group and future facility needs to remove students from mobile units.
- Approved request for M.B. Kahn to provide itemized high school construction budget by December 20, 2023 (5-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding a zoning map amendment on Sandy Hook Road and a right-of-way acquisition by NCDOT. The body will also discuss the 2023 Schedule of Values and a grant for Treasure Point Park.
- Public hearing for NCDOT acquisition of 0.013 acres at Griffin and Old Swamp Road for $1,175.00
- Public hearing to rezone 8 parcels in the 800 and 900 block of Sandy Hook Road from Village Commercial to Neighborhood Residential
- Adoption of 2023 Schedule of Values
- Parks & Recreation Trust Fund Grant Award for Treasure Point Park
- Preliminary Plan Application for Meadows at North River Crossing Major Subdivision
The Board approved a $452,000 grant for a new facility at Treasure Point Park and rezoned eight parcels on Sandy Hook Road from Village Commercial to Neighborhood Residential. Other actions included approving a two-year lobbyist contract and a preliminary plat for a 23-lot subdivision.
- Approved NCDOT right-of-way acquisition of .013 acres for $1,175.00 (5-0)
- Approved rezoning of 8 parcels on Sandy Hook Road to Neighborhood Residential (4-0)
- Adopted 2023 Proposed Schedule of Values (5-0)
- Approved $452,000 PARTF Grant for Treasure Point Park facility (5-0)
- Approved Major Subdivision Preliminary Plat for Meadows at North River Crossing (5-0)
- Approved 2-year contract for lobbyist Bob Steinburg (5-0)
- Approved draft RFQ for Administration Complex (5-0)
- Approved appointments to Senior Advisory, Library, and Dog Appeals boards (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners held a work session and public hearing on the Schedule of Values and Present Use Value Schedule for the 2023 Revaluation, which is mandated by the state and will appraise all properties at 100% of market value. No decisions were made; the schedule was added to the November 7 agenda for further consideration. A closed session was held to consult with the county attorney regarding potential litigation.
- Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
- Opened public hearing on 2023 Revaluation Schedule of Values (5-0)
- Closed public hearing (5-0)
- Added 2023 Revaluation Schedule of Values to November 7 agenda for consideration (5-0)
- Entered closed session to consult with county attorney on potential litigation (5-0)
- Exited closed session (5-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding a zoning map amendment and a preliminary plan for the Meadows at North River Crossing. The body will also discuss a tax report, a debris monitoring contract extension, and an emergency management ordinance.
- Public hearing for rezoning 97 acres at 242 Keeter Barn Road from Rural Residential to Suburban Residential
- Public hearing for Meadows at North River Crossing Major Subdivision preliminary plan
- Debris Monitoring Contract Extension Request
- Emergency Management Ordinance
- Order to Collect 2022 Taxes
The Board of Commissioners heard extensive public comments from residents calling for a moratorium on development, but took no vote on the matter. The board approved several routine items including a tax report, a schedule of values for the 2023 revaluation, a debris management contract extension, and an updated emergency management ordinance. A public hearing on a preliminary subdivision plan for Meadows at North River Crossing was held but no action was taken.
- Approved agenda as amended (4-0)
- Approved tax report as presented (4-0)
- Accepted 2023 Schedule of Values from Pearson Appraisals (4-0)
- Approved debris management contract one-year extension (4-0)
- Approved Pasquotank County, Camden County and City of Elizabeth City Emergency Management Ordinance (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2022-10-01 on Citizen Use of County's Public Facilities (4-0)
- Set public hearing for November 7, 2022 for sale of real property to NCDOT for Old Swamp Road widening (4-0)
- Approved board appointments to Parks & Recreation Advisory Board, Senior Tar Heel Legislature, and ABC Board (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (16 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a request to rezone approximately 1 acre at 872 NC Hwy 343 N from Highway Commercial to Neighborhood Residential. The Board will also discuss a potential real property purchase and a tax report.
- Public hearing for rezoning 872 NC Hwy 343 N from Highway Commercial (HC) to Neighborhood Residential (NR)
- Discussion of potential purchase of real property
- Appointment to the Potentially Dangerous Dog Appeals Board
- Trillium Landscaping contract amendment
- JCPC contractor agreement
The Board approved a purchase and sale agreement for the Sawyer Property, about 40 acres on NC Highway 343 adjacent to the Noblitt Tract, for a new high school. The contract includes a 120-day due diligence period and is not a final purchase; a public hearing will be held before a decision to buy. The Board also approved a zoning map amendment for 872 NC Hwy 343 from Highway Commercial to Neighborhood Residential, and appointed Wallace Lee Parr to the Potentially Dangerous Dog Appeals Board.
- Approved a purchase and sale agreement for the Sawyer Property (approx. 40 acres on NC Hwy 343) for a new high school, with a 120-day due diligence period (5-0).
- Approved a zoning map amendment for 872 NC Hwy 343 from Highway Commercial to Neighborhood Residential (5-0).
- Approved the tax report as presented (5-0).
- Approved the consent agenda, including minutes, budget amendments, and setting public hearings for a zoning map amendment and a preliminary plan application (5-0).
- Appointed Wallace Lee Parr to the Potentially Dangerous Dog Appeals Board (5-0).
- Approved the South Camden Water & Sewer District monthly report (5-0).
- Approved closed session minutes (5-0).
Board of Commissioners
The Camden County Board of Commissioners held a special meeting to discuss a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for the County Administration Complex and a potential lobbyist contract. By consensus, the board decided to move forward with the RFQ process, which will be at no cost to the county. They also directed the County Manager to pursue a one-year lobbyist contract with former Senator Bob Steinburg, at $36,000 per year, to be reevaluated based on performance.
- Moved forward with Request for Qualifications for County Administration Complex (consensus)
- Directed County Manager to pursue one-year lobbyist contract with Bob Steinburg (consensus)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding a zoning map amendment and ordinance text amendments. They will also discuss a proposal to purchase real property and the appointment of a Plat Review Officer.
- Public hearing for rezoning 10 acres at 872 NC Hwy 343 N from Highway Commercial to Neighborhood Residential
- Public hearing for Ordinance Text Amendments
- Resolution 2022-08-01 to appoint Kyle Breslin as Plat Review Officer
- Proposal to purchase real property
- Budget and school budget amendments
The Camden County Board of Commissioners voted 2-3 against a contract to purchase up to 195 acres on Highway 158 from Williams Farms for a potential new high school site. The board instead voted 4-1 to authorize the County Attorney to draw up a contract with the Sawyer family to evaluate their property (near NC Hwy 343) simultaneously for due diligence. The board also denied a rezoning request for 10 acres at 872 NC Hwy 343 N, approved multiple ordinance text amendments, and made several routine appointments and approvals.
- Denied contract to purchase up to 195 acres on Highway 158 from Williams Farms (2-3)
- Authorized County Attorney to draw up contract with Sawyer family for simultaneous property evaluation (4-1)
- Denied rezoning of 10 acres at 872 NC Hwy 343 N from Highway Commercial to Neighborhood Residential (5-0)
- Approved ordinance text amendments for FEMA compliance, stormwater, and sewer use (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2022-08-01 appointing Kyle Breslin as Plat Review Officer (5-0)
- Approved tax report as presented (5-0)
- Appointed Tami Richards to Tourism Development Authority Board (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including budget amendments and surplus property (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Camden County Board of Commissioners and Board of Education held a joint meeting to discuss the site and construction of the new high school. No formal decisions were made; the boards heard presentations and discussed the pros and cons of the existing Route 343 site versus a potential Highway 158 site. The meeting was informational, with plans to revisit key questions later.
- Approved agenda as presented (3-0)
- Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting (3-0)
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a 12-month lease agreement with Lucia Specialized Hauling of VA, Inc. for 10.61 acres in Camden Commerce Park, with an option to purchase. The board also found the county has no use for the property in the next year and authorized the county manager to execute the contract.
- Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
- Found county has no use for the property for next 12 months (5-0)
- Authorized county manager to execute lease contract (5-0)
- Approved 12-month lease with option to purchase for Lucia Specialized Hauling (5-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding a water and sewer fee schedule adjustment and the sale of county property. The body will also consider extending interlocal agreements for communications and emergency management services.
- Public hearing to increase base water rate by $5.00 (from $25.00 to $30.00)
- Public hearing for the sale of 10.61 +/- acres in Camden Commerce Park to Lucia Specialized Hauling of Virginia, Inc. for $371,350
- Proposed reduction of sewer tap fee to a flat rate of $500.00 for developer-installed connections
- Amendment to extend Interlocal Agreement for Central Communications with Elizabeth City and Pasquotank County through June 30, 2023
- Amendment to extend Emergency Management Coordination Services Interlocal Agreement through June 30, 2023
The Board of Commissioners appointed Erin Burke as the new Camden County Manager with an annual base salary of $115,000, effective July 11, 2022. The board also approved a sewer tap fee reduction to a flat $500 for new subdivision connections, while deferring a proposed $5 water rate increase to the FY 2023-2024 budget. Several interlocal agreements with Elizabeth City and Pasquotank County were extended for one year, and routine consent agenda items were approved.
- Appointed Erin Burke as County Manager with $115,000 annual salary (5-0)
- Approved sewer tap fee reduction to flat $500 for new subdivision connections (4-1)
- Deferred $5 water rate increase to FY 2023-2024 budget consideration
- Extended Central Communications Interlocal Agreement through June 30, 2023 (5-0)
- Extended Emergency Management Coordination Services Interlocal Agreement through June 30, 2023 (5-0)
- Approved board appointments: Dr. Roger Lambertson (Planning), Monique Chamblee (DSS), Adam Carver (Tourism) (5-0)
- Appointed delegates to NCACC Annual Conference and Legislative Goals Conference (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including tax reports, vehicle refunds, and surplus property (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Commissioners
The Camden County Board of Commissioners approved the FY 2022-2023 budget and the 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Program, both by 5-0 votes. The board also approved a preliminary plan for the Keeter Barn Landing subdivision (3-2) and a resolution adjusting salaries for various boards and commissions. A public hearing was held on a proposal to purchase property for a new high school, but no decision was made.
- Approved FY 2022-2023 Budget (5-0)
- Approved 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Program (5-0)
- Approved Keeter Barn Landing Major Subdivision preliminary plan (3-2)
- Adopted Resolution 2022-06-01 on board/commission salaries, with Planning Board salary raised to $50/meeting (5-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including lease extension and public hearing dates (5-0)
- Approved tax report (5-0)
- Appointed Christy Pankey to Library Board (5-0)
- Approved South Camden Water & Sewer District monthly report (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners held a work session to review the FY 2022-2023 budget, including the Capital Improvement Program, additional expenditure requests, and insurance/benefits/personnel costs. No formal votes were taken; the session was for discussion and planning. The board reviewed funded, recommended, and unfunded capital projects, as well as requests for new sheriff positions, a building inspector, and a used senior center bus.
- Reviewed proposed Capital Improvement Program projects (no vote)
- Discussed additional expenditure requests including Sheriff positions and cruisers (no vote)
- Reviewed insurance, benefits, and personnel cost projections (no vote)
- Discussed potential COLA increase of 2% or 3% (no vote)
- Reviewed appropriations for various agencies (no vote)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners tabled the Keeter Barn Landing Major Conservation Subdivision preliminary plan to allow the developer and county to negotiate sewer hookup fees, which would address drainage issues. The board also approved a $27.7 million state grant for the new high school, set a public hearing for June 6 on purchasing an alternate school site, and approved a broadband grant application with Brightspeed. All votes were 5-0.
- Tabled Keeter Barn Landing subdivision preliminary plan (5-0)
- Approved $27,712,800 Needs-Based School Capital Fund grant (5-0)
- Set public hearing for June 6 on new high school property purchase (5-0)
- Approved Brightspeed broadband grant application with $50K county match (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2022-05-01 supporting Mid-Currituck Bridge (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2022-05-02 supporting COA Nursing & Allied Health Simulation Facility (5-0)
- Approved tax report as presented (5-0)
- Reappointed three members to Library Board (5-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Camden County Board of Commissioners held a budget work session for FY 2022-2023, discussing capital projects, school funding, and departmental requests. No official action was taken, but consensus was reached to move the Waste Water Expansion US 158 East and Raw Water Well projects to Approved/Funded status, and to add the Treasure Point Environmental & Agriculture Education Center to the recommended list. The board also went into closed session to discuss personnel and economic development, and adjourned without formal votes on budget items.
- Consensus to move Waste Water Expansion US 158 East to Approved/Funded
- Consensus to move Raw Water Well to Approved/Funded
- Consensus to add Treasure Point Environmental & Agriculture Education Center to Recommended/Unfunded
- Consensus to move US 158 Sidewalk Extension to Recommended/Unfunded
- Motion to enter closed session passed (5-0)
- Motion to exit closed session passed (5-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Camden County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the preliminary plan for the Keeter Barn Landing Major Conservation Subdivision, a 37-lot development on Keeter Barn Road and US Hwy 17. The Planning Board recommended denial in a 3-2 vote, and the commissioners may approve or deny the application. The board will also hear presentations from Trillium Health Resources and Pasquotank-Camden Emergency Medical Services, and consider a resolution opposing workforce development consolidation.
- Public hearing on Keeter Barn Landing preliminary plan (37 lots, 41.75 acres, Ordinance 2022-04-01)
- Resolution 04-01-2022 opposing workforce development consolidation
- Trillium Health Resources annual report presentation
- Pasquotank-Camden Emergency Medical Services update
- Board appointments to Tourism Development Authority
The Camden County Board of Commissioners tabled the Keeter Barn Landing preliminary plat application for a 37-lot conservation subdivision to the May 2, 2022 meeting. The board also adopted the Treasure Point Environmental & Agriculture Education Center Master Plan, approved a resolution opposing workforce development consolidation, and reappointed two members to the Tourism Development Authority. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Tabled Keeter Barn Landing preliminary plan to May 2, 2022 (5-0)
- Adopted Treasure Point Environmental & Agriculture Education Center Master Plan (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 04-01-2022 opposing workforce development consolidation (5-0)
- Approved reappointments of Shaun Zywicki and Kayla Eller to Tourism Development Authority (5-0)
- Approved tax report as presented (5-0)
- Set 2022 Board of Equalization and Review to convene May 2 and adjourn June 6 (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, budget amendments, and tax lien advertising date (5-0)
- Approved South Camden Water & Sewer District monthly report (5-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Camden County Board of Commissioners held its annual retreat, receiving informational updates from the County Manager on the 2022-2023 budget, capital projects, and other county matters. No formal votes or decisions were taken during the retreat; all items were presented for discussion and information only.
- No formal decisions made; retreat was informational only
Board of Commissioners
The Camden County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a work session, closed session on economic development, and public comments. They will consider a one-year extension for the South Mills Landing development agreement, a needs-based public school capital fund grant application, and a tax report. The board will also hear a library construction update and a DSS corrective action plan for Medicaid audit findings.
- Development agreement extension request for South Mills Landing (1-year extension)
- Needs-Based Public School Capital Fund Grant Application
- Tax Report by Lisa Anderson
- Library Construction Update by MB Kahn Construction
- DSS Corrective Action Plan for FY 2021 Medicaid audit findings
The Camden County Board of Commissioners approved a one-year extension for South Mills Landing LLC's development agreement, a Needs-Based Public School Capital Fund grant application for up to $50 million for a new high school, and the consent agenda including setting public hearings for BTL Fiber and Southeastern Equipment land purchases. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved one-year extension for South Mills Landing LLC development agreement (5-0)
- Approved Needs-Based Public School Capital Fund grant application for new high school (5-0)
- Approved tax report as presented (5-0)
- Adopted proclamation for 50th Anniversary of National Senior Nutrition Program (5-0)
- Approved board appointments: Tammie Krauss, Frank Eason II, Nicholas Williams (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including setting public hearings for BTL Fiber and Southeastern Equipment (5-0)
- Approved South Camden Water & Sewer District monthly report (5-0)
Board of Commissioners
The Camden County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on January 3, 2022, starting with a closed session on personnel, economic development, and litigation. The board will consider several action items, including an interlocal agreement to share the county's soil and water technician with Pasquotank County, a request from South Mills Water Association for additional water capacity, and a presentation of the FY 2020-2021 audit. The agenda also includes routine consent items and board appointments.
- Interlocal agreement with Pasquotank County to share Soil & Water Technician Brian Lannon on a 50/50 basis, with Pasquotank paying half of the approximately $48,000 salary
- Request from South Mills Water Association for an additional 50,000 gallons per day to serve Keeter Barn Road and Wharf's Landing projects; staff recommends approving 15,000 GPD for Keeter Barn Road
- FY 2020-2021 audit presentation by Greg Adams of Thompson, Price, Scott & Adams
- Appointment of Larry Glasscock to the South Camden Fire Commission
- Consent agenda includes approval of December 6, 2021 meeting minutes, school budget amendments, tax collection report, and vehicle refunds over $100
The Camden County Board of Commissioners approved an interlocal agreement with Pasquotank County to share the services of the Camden County Soil & Water technician, Brian Lannon, with Pasquotank paying half of the salary. The board also approved an additional 15,000 gallons per day of water allocation to South Mills Water Association for the Keeter Barn Road project. Both decisions passed with a 4-1 vote. The board also approved the audit presentation, tax report, consent agenda, and an appointment to the South Camden Fire Commission.
- Approved interlocal agreement with Pasquotank County to share soil & water technician (4-1)
- Approved additional 15k gallons per day water allocation to SMWA for Keeter Barn Road project (4-1)
- Approved FY 2020-2021 audit presentation (5-0)
- Approved tax report as presented (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, budget amendments, and reports (5-0)
- Approved appointment of Larry Glasscock, Jr. to South Camden Fire Commission (5-0)
- Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
- Approved closed session for personnel and economic development (5-0)