Duplin County, NC
Recent Duplin County public meeting topics include development projects, contracts & procurement, roads & infrastructure, budget & taxes, resolutions & ordinances, planning & zoning.
Topics found in recent meetings
- Development projects
- Contracts & procurement
- Roads & infrastructure
- Budget & taxes
- Resolutions & ordinances
- Planning & zoning
- Public safety
- Technology
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Duplin CountyNC averageUS Census ACS
👤 Members & officials (28)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Board of Commissioners
- Dexter B. Edwards — Commissioner
- Elwood Garner — Commissioner
- Wayne Branch — Commissioner
- Jesse L. Dowe — Commissioner
- Justin Edwards — Commissioner
- Elwood — Commissioner
Who’s on the Consolidated Humans Services Board
- Elwood Garner — Commissioner
- Justin Edwards — Commissioner
- Wayne Branch — Commissioner
- Dexter B. Edwards — Commissioner
- Elwood
Who’s on the Economic Development Commission Board
- Ken Smith
- Kevin Smith
- Glenn Cavenaugh
- Roger Davis
- Dean Lee
- Al Searles
- Teresa Chambers
- Carrie Shields
- Charlie Farrior
- Scotty Summerlin
- Jay Carraway
- Don Tabor
- Charley Farrior
- Jay Caraway
- Carrie Shietds
- Charlie Far Cave
- Glenn Cavenangh
Municipal budget
Total revenue$234.8M (FY2023)
Total spending$215.0M (FY2023)
Taxes$54.2M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$50.4M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$4,432 (FY2023)
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
2025127 housing units ($35.9M)
🗳️ Election results (3 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
DUPLIN COUNTY County Commission DISTRICT 05 2024-11-05
Wayne E. Branch ✓ 2,706
DUPLIN COUNTY County Commission DISTRICT 04 2024-11-05
Jesse Dowe ✓ 3,016
DUPLIN COUNTY County Commission DISTRICT 01 2024-11-05
Elwood Garner ✓ 3,174
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Fri Sep 4, 2026 · 07:00
Economic Development Commission Board
260 Airport Road, Kenansville
Fri Sep 4, 2026 · 07:00
Economic Development Commission Board
260 Airport Road, Kenansville
Fri Sep 4, 2026 · 07:00
Economic Development Commission Board
260 Airport Road, Kenansville
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Commissioners
224 Seminary St, Kenansville
Fri Oct 2, 2026 · 07:00
Economic Development Commission Board
260 Airport Road, Kenansville
Fri Oct 2, 2026 · 07:00
Economic Development Commission Board
260 Airport Road, Kenansville
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Commissioners
224 Seminary St, Kenansville
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Commissioners
224 Seminary St, Kenansville
Fri Nov 6, 2026 · 07:00
Economic Development Commission Board
260 Airport Road, Kenansville
Fri Nov 6, 2026 · 07:00
Economic Development Commission Board
260 Airport Road, Kenansville
Fri Dec 4, 2026 · 07:00
Economic Development Commission Board
260 Airport Road, Kenansville
Fri Dec 4, 2026 · 07:00
Economic Development Commission Board
260 Airport Road, Kenansville
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Commissioners
224 Seminary St, Kenansville
Fri Jan 1, 2027 · 07:00
Economic Development Commission Board
260 Airport Road, Kenansville
Fri Jan 1, 2027 · 07:00
Economic Development Commission Board
260 Airport Road, Kenansville
Fri Feb 5, 2027 · 07:00
Economic Development Commission Board
260 Airport Road, Kenansville
Fri Feb 5, 2027 · 07:00
Economic Development Commission Board
260 Airport Road, Kenansville
Fri Mar 5, 2027 · 07:00
Economic Development Commission Board
260 Airport Road, Kenansville
Fri Mar 5, 2027 · 07:00
Economic Development Commission Board
260 Airport Road, Kenansville
Fri Apr 2, 2027 · 07:00
Economic Development Commission Board
260 Airport Road, Kenansville
Recent meetings
Fri Aug 7, 2026 · 07:00
Economic Development Commission Board
260 Airport Road, Kenansville
Fri Aug 7, 2026 · 07:00
Economic Development Commission Board
260 Airport Road, Kenansville
Fri Aug 7, 2026 · 07:00
Economic Development Commission Board
260 Airport Road, Kenansville
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Commissioners
Commissioners to vote on $390K ambulance, $209K remount, and dozens of contracts
The Duplin County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda with 37 items, including contracts for a new ambulance ($390,951), an ambulance remount ($209,842), and multiple service agreements. A public hearing is scheduled on a Unified Development Ordinance text amendment. The board will also discuss road concerns, lane naming, and enter closed session for legal and economic development matters.
- Approve $390,951 purchase of a Braun ambulance from Spartan Fire & Emergency Apparatus
- Approve $209,842 remount of an existing Patient Care Box onto a new Type I Chassis from Emergency Transportation Associates
- Public hearing on a Unified Development Ordinance text amendment
- Approve $168,607 contract with Snatch-It Clearing and $154,292 contract with JNJ Environmental Services
- Approve $130,000 contract with Spence Water Systems and $65,000 contract with Environmental Chemists, Inc.
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224 Seminary St, Kenansville
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING
Monday, August 3, 2026 at 6:00 PM
224 Seminary Street
Kenansville, N.C. 28349
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS OF BUSINESS
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
▪ Regular Meeting held on July 13, 2026
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Budget Amendments Journal Entry Proof
2. Tax & Solid Waste Releases - # 24454 - # 24517
3. Approve Late Elderly/Disable Veterans Late Exemption Applications as timely
filed.
4. Approve Late Land Use Applications as timely filed.
5. Approve Town of Magnolia’s request to raise bulk sewer rate to $6.20 per 1,000
gallons.
6. Ratify a Memorandum of Understanding between (LEA) Duplin County Schools
and Duplin County Consolidated Health and Human Services - Social Services
Division.
7. Request for Transportation to hold a Public Hearing at the 09/08/2026 meeting
regarding the FY28 NCDOT Grants that Transportation intends on applying for
(5311 Admin Grant, 5311 Combined Capital Grant and the 5310 Elderly and
Disabled Grant).
8. Allow the Chairman to sign the Proclamation Recognizing the 100th Birthday of
Ms. Hazel M. McNeill
9. Approve a contract between the County of Duplin and Pen-Link, Ltd. for a one-
year term of August 1, 2026 to July 31, 2027 and authorize the Chairman to
sign.
10. Authorize the Chairman to sign a birthday greeting for Ms. Andoria K. Middleton's
103rd birthday.
11. Approve a contract between the C …
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Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Commissioners
Duplin County approves contracts and budget amendments for July 2026
The Duplin County Board of Commissioners will approve a series of budget amendments, contracts, and public hearings during its July 13 meeting. The agenda includes funding for school repairs, road naming requests, and various service agreements.
- Approve $63,000 for school building repairs at five elementary schools
- Approve $10,495 contract with Xylem Water Solutions for five years
- Approve $150,000 grant for North Carolina Office of Rural Health
- Schedule public hearings to name lanes at 4472 N NC 111 Hwy and 1271 S NC 111 Hwy
- Approve Detention Center Project Ordinance Amendment
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224 Seminary St, Kenansville
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING
Monday, July 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM
224 Seminary Street
Kenansville, N.C. 28349
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF REGULAR AGNEDA ITEMS OF BUSINESS
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
▪ Regular Meeting held on June 1, 2026
▪ Regular Meeting held on June 15, 2026
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Budget Amendments Journal Entry Proof
2. Tax & Solid Waste Releases #24423 - #24453
3. Authorize the Chairman to sign Duplin County Public Transportation's Delegation of
Authority Form
4. Authorize the Chairman to sign Duplin County Public Transportation's Title VI
Program Report for FY28 Grant Application
5. Schedule a public hearing for August 3, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. regarding a request
from Rex Price to name a lane at 4472 N NC 111 Hwy, Seven Springs; Albertson
Township - R and S Lane in accordance with the Duplin County Addressing and
Road Naming Ordinance
6. Schedule a public hearing for August 3, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. regarding a request
from James M Padrick Jr to Name a Lane at 1271 S NC 111 HWY, Chinquapin;
Limestone Township - Padrick Place in accordance with the Duplin County
Addressing and Road Naming Ordinance
7. Approve Detention Center Project Ordinance Amendment and authorize the
Chairman to sign
8. Authorize the Chairman to Sign a 100th Birthday Proclamation for Ms. Lucille H.
Chasten
9. Approve Elderly/Disabled Veterans Late Applications
10. Ratify approval of the ECU Health Dupl …
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Fri Jul 3, 2026 · 07:00
Economic Development Commission Board
260 Airport Road, Kenansville
Fri Jul 3, 2026 · 07:00
Economic Development Commission Board
260 Airport Road, Kenansville
Fri Jul 3, 2026 · 07:00
Economic Development Commission Board
260 Airport Road, Kenansville
Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Commissioners
Board to adopt FY27 budget, classification/pay plan, and fee schedule
The Duplin County Board of Commissioners will vote on the FY27 budget ordinance, classification and pay plan, and fee schedule. Consent agenda items include a $1.59 million school intercom replacement, an $81,430 technology purchase, and contracts for social services and other departments. Public hearings for lane naming requests and a closed session for legal and personnel matters are also scheduled.
- Adopt FY27 Budget Ordinance
- Approve $1,595,000 for replacing intercom systems in schools
- Approve $81,430 for technology device replacements in schools
- Adopt resolution directing expenditure of opioid settlement funds
- Approve contract for School Resource Officer services with Duplin County Schools
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224 Seminary St, Kenansville
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING
Monday, June 15, 2026 at 6:00 PM
224 Seminary Street
Kenansville, N.C. 28349
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL
OF CONSENT AGENDA
APPROVAL OF REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS OF BUSINESS
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
▪ Regular Meeting held on May 18, 2026
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Budget Amendments Journal Entry Proof
2. Tax & Solid Waste Releases #24413 - #24422
3. Schedule a Public Hearing for July 13, 2026 at 6:00 pm regarding a request from
Anthony Peterson to name a lane at 3567 S NC 903 Highway; Magnolia Township -
Peterson Lane
4. Schedule a Public Hearing for July 13, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. regarding a request
from Nationwide Lang Group to name a lane at the intersection of Pope Wray
Road and McGowan Road Turkey, NC; Warsaw Township - Kima Drive
5. Schedule a Public Hearing July 13, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. regarding a request from
Reid Smith to name a lane at Kitty Noecker Road; Pink Hill; Smith Township -
Timothy Smith Drive
6. Approve the Public-School Building Capital Fund ADM (Corporate Tax) fund
application for the purchase of technology device replacements in the school district
in the amount of $81,430.02 and authorize the Chairman to sign.
7. Approve the Distribution Request Public School Building Capital Fund North
Carolina Education Lottery application to replace existing intercom systems in all
elementary and high schools (except for East Duplin High School which will be
done in the Needs-Based Gra …
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Fri Jun 5, 2026 · 07:00
Economic Development Commission Board
✓ Decided: EDC approves AirPark roadway, fiber, and shell building contracts
The Economic Development Commission approved several infrastructure projects including roadway clearing and fiber installation. The board also authorized negotiations for ditch work and recommended a pre-construction contract for a new shell building to the Board of County Commissioners.
- Approved April 2nd meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended F & S Grading $586,503 bid for AirPark Roadway Phase II to the BOCC (unanimous)
- Recommended Spectrum as fiber provider with $26,780 construction and $620 monthly costs to the BOCC (unanimous)
- Authorized negotiations with Daniels & Daniels for ditch work using grass pavers up to $40,000 (unanimous)
- Recommended Daniels & Daniels $174,075 pre-construction contract for shell building to the BOCC (unanimous)
260 Airport Road, Kenansville
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OPEN SESSION
DUPLIN COUNTY Thursday, May 14, 2026
9:30 AM
DUPLIN COUNTY
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
BOARD MEETING
AGENDA
Airport Conference Room
¢ CALL TO ORDER & WELCOME
¢ CONSENT AGENDA
e Approve Previous Minutes from April 2" Board Meeting
¢ AIRPARK IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS UPDATE
e Review AirPark Roadway Phase II Clearing & Grubbing bid submissions and
request EDC board to approve selection.
e Review fiber installation proposals provided by Spectrum Brightspeed and request
EDC board to make selection.
¢ ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT READY SHELL BUILDINGS
e Review Daniels & Daniels Design/Build Pre-Construction Contract Part 1 for 30k sq
ft shell building and recommend EDC board approval.
« NAMED PROJECTS UPDATE
¢ DIRECTOR’S NOTES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
¢ BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS
e NCSE Project Activities Update
¢ OTHER NOTES/ANNOUNCEMENTS
« ADJOURN OPEN SESSION
OPEN SESSION Thursday
May 14, 2026
9:30AM
DUPLIN COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
e BOARD MEETING:
Present: Glenn Cavenaugh, Charlie Farrior, Roger Davis, Ken’Smith, Kevin Smith, Al Searles, Dean
Lee, Carrie Shields, Scotty Summerlin and Teresa Chambers
Guests:
* CALL TO ORDER
« Meeting was called into order by Charlie Farrior ‘
+ CONSENT AGENDA
© Approve Previous Minutes from April 2™ Board Meeting
e The motion to approve was made by Roger Davis, seconded by Dean Lee and passed
unanimously.
« AIRPARK IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS UPDATE
© Review-AirPark Roadway Phase II Clearing &-Grubbing bid submissions and reques …
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Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Commissioners
Public hearings set for FY27 budget, zoning code changes
The Duplin County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda including contracts, budget amendments, appointments, and a public hearing on the Unified Development Ordinance. The regular agenda features public hearings on the FY27 recommended budget and a lane naming, plus discussion of a wastewater project. Closed session is planned for legal and personnel matters.
- Schedule public hearing for July 13 on amending the Unified Development Ordinance
- Public hearing on FY27 Recommended Budget
- Approve contract with Diamond Food Enterprises for $159,572
- Approve $28,499 carpet replacement in Duplin County Courthouse
- Approve library consolidation agreement with Town of Wallace
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224 Seminary St, Kenansville
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING
Monday, June 1, 2026 at 6:00 PM
224 Seminary Street
Kenansville, N.C. 28349
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
APPROVAL OF REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS OF BUSINESS
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
• Emergency Meeting May 1, 2026
• Regular Meeting held on May 4, 2026
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Budget Amendments Journal Entry Proof
2. Tax & Solid Waste Releases # 24384 - # 24412 FY27
3. Approve FY26-27 JCPC Funding Plan and authorize the Chairman to sign.
4. Approve FY27 contract between Duplin County Transportation & James Sprunt
Community College for transpiration of JSCC Curriculum Students and authorize
the Interim County Manager to sign pending County Attorney approval.
5. Approve FY27 contract between Duplin County Public Transportation and James
Sprunt Community College for transporting JSCC Gears Program Students and
authorize the Interim County Manager to sign pending County Attorney approval.
6. Approve FY27 contract between Duplin County Public Transportation and Neuse
Enterprises, Inc. and authorize the Interim County Manager to sign pending
County Attorney approval.
7. Approve an amendment to the contract between the County of Duplin and The
Law Firm of J. Blake Phillips, PLLC and authorize the Chairman to sign.
8. Schedule a public hearing for July 13, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. to receive public
comments regarding amending the current Unified Development Ordinance
(UDO)
9. Appoint Memb …
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Mon May 18, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Commissioners
Board will present the FY27 recommended county budget
The Duplin County Board of Commissioners will hear a presentation of the FY27 recommended budget. Commissioners will consider contracts with Efficient Construction for Health and Human Services and with Idemia Identity & Security USA LLC for the Sheriff’s Office. The agenda includes approvals for a revised purchasing policy, work authorizations for a new fuel farm at the county airport, and scheduling public hearings to name two local lanes.
- Schedule public hearing June 15, 2026 to name Lesmeister Drive (Block of Huffman Road, Rose Hill) under the Addressing and Road Naming Ordinance
- Schedule public hearing June 15, 2026 to name Justice Lane (200 Block of Warren Road, Warsaw) under the Addressing and Road Naming Ordinance
- Approve Revised Duplin County Purchasing and Procurement Policy
- Approve Work Authorization #13 Amendment #1 with Parrish and Partners for Replace Fuel Farm (Construction Phase) and related capital project ordinance amendment for the new fuel farm at Duplin County Airport
- Approve contracts with Efficient Construction (Health and Human Services) and Idemia Identity & Security USA LLC (Sheriff’s Office)
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224 Seminary St, Kenansville
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING
Monday, May 18, 2026
6:00 PM
224 Seminary Street
Kenansville, N.C. 28349
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS OF BUSINESS
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Tax & Solid Waste Releases - # 24335 - # 24383
2. Schedule a public hearing for June 15, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. regarding a request from Donna
Lesmeister to name a lane at the Block of Huffman Road, Rose Hill - Lesmeister Drive in
accordance with the Duplin County Addressing and Road Naming Ordinance.
3. Schedule a public hearing for June 15, 2026 regarding a request from Arnold Allen Justice to
name a lane at the 200 Block of Warren Road, Warsaw - Justice Lane in accordance with the
Duplin County Addressing and Road Naming Ordinance.
4. Approve Revised Duplin County Purchasing and Procurement Policy
5. Approve Work Authorization No. #13: Amendment #1 Engineering Consulting Services with
Parrish and Partners of North Carolina, PLLC for: Replace Fuel Farm (Construction Phase
Services); approve Capital Project Ordinance Amendment #2 – New Fuel Farm – Duplin
County Airport; authorize the Chairman to sign; and authorize the associated budget
amendment.
6. Approve Capital Project Ordinance Amendment #3 – New Fuel Farm – Duplin County Airport’
authorize the Chairman to sign; and authorize the associated budget amendment.
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
6:05 PM Angel Venecia, Health and Human …
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Mon May 4, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Commissioners
Board schedules FY27 budget hearing, opposes property tax changes
The Duplin County Board of Commissioners will schedule public hearings for June 1 on the FY27 proposed budget, a Unified Development Ordinance amendment, and a road naming request. They will also consider adopting a resolution opposing modifications to county property tax authority, approving multiple contracts and fee updates, and entering closed session for legal and personnel matters.
- Schedule public hearing on June 1 for FY27 Proposed Budget
- Adopt resolution opposing modifications to county property tax authority
- Approve updated Duplin County Event Center Fee Schedule/Menu Pricing
- Approve contracts: Bond Water Technologies ($1,250), Dr. Kimberly Thrasher ($13,900), Larry Bolick (up to $35,000)
- Accept Cape Fear Memorial Grant ($20,000) and authorize grant contract
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224 Seminary St, Kenansville
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING
Monday, May 4, 2026
6:00 PM
224 Seminary Street
Kenansville, N.C. 28349
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS OF BUSINESS
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
• Consolidated Health and Human Services Board meeting held on April 6, 2026
• Regular meeting held on April 6, 2026
• Joint meeting held on April 7, 2026 between the Duplin County Board of Commissioners
and James Sprunt Community College Board of Trustees
• Joint meeting held on April 9, 2026 between the Duplin County Board of Commissioners,
the Health Advisory Committee and the Social Services Advisory Committee
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Budget Amendments Journal Entry Proof
2. Tax & Solid Waste Releases - # 24309 - # 24334
3. Schedule a public hearing on June 1, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. to receive public comments
regarding modifying Article 6 of the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO)
4. Schedule a Public Hearing June1 at 6:00 Regarding a Request from Hatcher Builders to
Name a Lane @ 400 Block of Carter St Wallace; Island Creek Township - Blue Grace Ln in
Accordance with Duplin County Addressing and Road Naming Ordinance
5. Schedule a public hearing on June 1, 2026, to receive public comments regarding the FY27
Proposed Budget
6. Approve Duplin County Public Transportations FY27 Certs and Assurances and authorize the
Chairman to sign.
7. Ratify Lisa L. Hughes, Interim County Manager, s …
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Fri May 1, 2026 · 07:00
Economic Development Commission Board
260 Airport Road, Kenansville
Fri May 1, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
224 Seminary St., Kenansville
Thu Apr 9, 2026 · 18:30
Board of Commissioners
Tue Apr 7, 2026 · 07:30
Board of Commissioners
Joint meeting to hear JSCC updates on enrollment, budget and capital projects
The Duplin County Board of Commissioners and the James Sprunt Community College Board of Trustees will hold a joint meeting. Attendees will receive an administration introduction covering enrollment trends, a state budget comparison, grants and fundraising efforts, the Propel NC legislative agenda, capital improvements, and the 2026‑2027 county budget request. The agenda also includes an invocation, breakfast, scheduling of the bi‑annual meeting, and a public comment period.
- Invocation
- Breakfast
- JSCC Administration Introduction and Updates (enrollment trends, state budget comparison, grants and fundraising, Propel NC legislative agenda, capital improvements, 2026‑2027 county budget request)
- Scheduling of bi‑annual meeting
- Comments/Questions from the public
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DUPLIN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS JOINT MEETING
April 7, 2026
7:30 AM
James Sprunt Community College
Williams Building, Room 100
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e Enrollment Trends
e State Budget Comparison
Grants and Fundraising Efforts
Propel NC Legislative Agenda
Capital Improvements
2026-2027 County Budget Request
Scheduling of Bi-Annual Meeting
Comments/Questions
Adjourn
Mon Apr 6, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Commissioners
Board approves national opioid settlement with six defendants
The Duplin County Board of Commissioners will vote on a series of consent agenda items, including funding for health programs, several proclamations, and multiple contracts. Among the decisions is the approval of a new national opioid settlement with six remnant defendants. Additional actions include an airport capital project ordinance amendment, a reclassification of an airport position, and the adoption of policies for purchasing and ethics.
- Approve new national opioid settlement reached with six remnant defendants
- Approve Airport Capital Project Ordinance Amendment #5
- Approve contract between Duplin County (Department of Social Services) and Grace 4 The Youth LLC
- Approve reclassification of the Airport Operations Manager position to Airport Technician (grade 58/$17.78 hourly)
- Adopt a resolution authorizing the sale of personal property worth less than $30,000
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224 Seminary St, Kenansville
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING
Monday, April 6, 2026
6:00 PM
224 Seminary Street
Kenansville, N.C. 28349
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS OF BUSINESS
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
• Board Retreat Meeting held on February 27, 2026
• Regular Meeting held on March 2, 2026
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Budget Amendments Journal Entry Proof
2. Tax & Solid Waste Releases # 24193 - # 24308
3. Accept Maternal Health - AA 101 Revision #1 Funding in the amount of $5,417.00; authorize
the Health Director to sign the associated Agreement Addendum; and approve the
associated budget amendment.
4. Accept Family Planning - AA 151 Revision #2 Funding in the amount of $3,590.00; authorize
the Health Director to sign the associated Agreement Addendum; and approve the
associated budget amendment.
5. Accept Food & Lodging - AA 874 Funding in the amount of $19,232.00; authorize the Health
Director to sign the associated Agreement Addendum; and approve the associated budget
amendment.
6. Accept Public Health Infrastructure - AA 117 Revision #1 Funding in the amount of $38,951;
authorize the Health Director to sign the associated Agreement Addendum; and approve the
associated budget amendment.
7. Accept Child Health - AA 351 Additional Funding in the amount of $3,590.00; authorize the
Health Director to sign the associated Agreement Addendum; and approve the associated
budget amendment. …
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Mon Apr 6, 2026 · 17:30
Consolidated Humans Services Board
Board receives updates from Social Services and Health departments
The Consolidated Human Services Board will approve the March 2 meeting minutes and hear departmental updates from the Social Services Director and the Health Director. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker. The meeting will adjourn until the next scheduled session on May 4, 2026.
- Approval of March 2, 2026 meeting minutes
- Public comments (max 3 minutes per speaker)
- Social Services Departmental Update by Annie Murrell
- Health Departmental Update by Dr. Tracey Simmons‑Kornegay
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224 Seminary Street, Kenansville
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CONSOLIDATED HUMAN SERVICES BOARD MEETING
Monday, April 6, 2026
5:30 PM
224 Seminary Street
Kenansville, N.C. 28349
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS OF BUSINESS
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
• Regular Meeting held on March 2, 2026
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Public Comments (limited to three (3) minutes per speaker)
Annie Murrell, Social Services Director
• Social Services Departmental Update
Dr. Tracey Simmons-Kornegay, Health Director
• Health Departmental Update
ADJOURN
Adjourn until Monday, May 4, 2026 at 5:30 pm for a Consolidated Human Services
Board Meeting at the Administrative Building located at 224 Seminary Street in
Kenansville, N.C.
Thu Apr 2, 2026 · 15:00
Economic Development Commission Board
260 Airport Rd., Kenansville
Thu Apr 2, 2026 · 15:00
General
260 Airport Road, Kenansville
Fri Mar 20, 2026 · 07:00
Economic Development Commission Board
✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved $900,000 Airpark short‑term stay project
The Economic Development Commission Board recommended that the Board of County Commissioners approve a contract with Riverwild Commercial, LLC for three housing units and related furnishings, totaling $900,000. A motion to approve the recommendation was made by Roger Davis, seconded by Ken Smith, and passed unanimously. The board then adjourned the meeting by a unanimous motion.
- Approved recommendation for BOCC to award $661,155 contract to Riverwild Commercial, LLC (unanimous)
- Approved recommendation for $198,845 furnishings, landscaping and improvements, bringing project total to $900,000 (unanimous)
- Motion to adjourn passed unanimously
260 Airport Rd., Kenansville
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OPEN SESSION FRIDAY
MARCH 20, 2026
7:30AM
DUPLIN COUNTY
SPECIAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
BOARD MEETING
Airport Conference Room
¢ CALL TO ORDER & WELCOME
+ AIRPARK SHORT-STAY ACCOMODATIONS
* REVIEW RFP AND RFQ BIDS AND RECOMMEND BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS APPROVAL
+ ADJOURN
OPEN SESSION March 20, 2026
DUPLIN COUNTY SPECIAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
BOARD MEETING
Friday, March 20, 2026
7:00am
OPEN SESSION MINUTES
Present: Glenn Cavenaugh, Charley Farrior, Kevin Smith, Ken Smith, Carrie Shields, Roger Davis, Al ,
Searles, Dean Lee, Scotty Summerlin and Teresa Chambers
Absent: Dr, Jay Carraway
Guests:
¢ CALL TO ORDER & WELCOME
* Meeting was called into order by Charley Farrior
* AIRPARK SHORT-STAY ACCOMODATIONS
® REVIEW RFP AND RFQ BIDS AND RECOMMEND BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS APPROVAL
“s+ + «-« The EDC Board recommended that the BOCC approve a contract between
Duplin County and Riverwild Commercial, LLC totaling $661,155 for the
construction of three housing units: one 1-bedroom/1-bath unit and two 2-
bedroom/2-bath units.
+ Additionally, the Board recommended approving $198,845 for interior and
exterior furnishings, landscaping, supplies, and décor for each unit, as well as
improvements along DPL Drive to Futrelles Way. This includes a $40,000
contingency, bringing the total project cost to $900,000.
- A motion to approve was made by Roger Davis, seconded by Ken Smith, and
passed unanimously.
« ADJOURNMENT
e The motion to adjourn was made by Rog …
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Fri Mar 6, 2026 · 07:00
Economic Development Commission Board
260 Airport Road, Kenansville
Fri Mar 6, 2026 · 07:00
Economic Development Commission Board
✓ Decided: Board approved Work Authorization #14 for AirPark Phase II clearing and grading
The commission approved several items during the open session. The agenda was amended to add Parrish & Partners AirPark Phase II Roadway Clearing & Grading Work Authorization #14, which was then approved unanimously. The board also approved the previous minutes with a correction, set dates for the RFQ selection committee (April 2) and a special board meeting (March 20), and voted to provide a letter of support to The Pork Company for its USDA MPPEP application. All motions passed unanimously.
- Amended agenda to add AirPark Phase II clearing & grading Work Authorization #14 (unanimous)
- Approved previous minutes from Feb 6 with correction (unanimous)
- Approved Work Authorization #14 for AirPark Phase II clearing & grading (unanimous)
- Approved RFQ selection committee meeting on Apr 2, 2026 at 3 pm (unanimous)
- Approved scheduling special EDC board meeting on Mar 20, 2026 at 7:30 am (unanimous)
- Approved providing a letter of support to The Pork Company for USDA MPPEP application (unanimous)
- Adjourned open session (unanimous)
260 Airport Road, Kenansville
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w/ > aN OPEN SESSION
N Friday, March 6, 2026
Ta Canaciwn 7.60 AM
DUPLIN COUNTY
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
BOARD MEETING
AGENDA
Airport Conference Room
CALL TO ORDER & WELCOME
CONSENT AGENDA.
» Approve Previous Minutes from February 6" Meeting
AIRPARK IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS UPDATE ,
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT READY SHELL BUILDINGS UPDATE *
AIRPARK ENTRANCEWAY IMPROVEMENTS UPDATE
NAMED PROJECTS UPDATE
DIRECTOR’S NOTES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS
® NCSE Project Activities Update
OTHER NOTES/ANNOUNCEMENTS
ADJOURN OPEN SESSION
OPEN SESSION Friday
March 6, 2026
7:00am
DUPLIN COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
BOARD MEETING
Present: Glenn Cavenaugh, Charley Farrior, Ken Smith, Roger Davis, Kevin Smith, Dean Lee, Carrie
Shietds, Al Searles, Scotty Summerlin Teresa Chambers
Absent: Teresa Chambers
Guests: Dr. Shannon Hair, JSCC President, Jon MaCalmont, Parrish & Partners
* CALL TO ORDER
© Meeting was called into order by Charlie Farrior
* REQUEST TO AMEND THE AGENDA
» Add Parrish & Partners AirPark Phase Ii Roadway Clearing & Grading Work
Authorization # 14, scope of work and engineering estimate
e Add request for Letter of Support by The Pork Company for USDA Meat & Poultry
Processing Expansion Program
mene * Motion to approve made by Roger Davis, seconded by Al Searles and passed
unanimously.
* CONSENT AGENDA
* Approve Previous Minutes from February 6" with correction of “Parris” reading
“Parrish”
* The motion to approve was made by Dean Lee, seconded b …
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Mon Mar 2, 2026 · 17:30
Consolidated Humans Services Board
Board to approve minutes and hear departmental updates
The Consolidated Human Services Board will approve the minutes from the February 4th meeting and receive updates from the Social Services and Health Departments. The meeting is scheduled to adjourn on April 6th.
- Approval of February 4th meeting minutes
- Social Services Departmental Update
- Health Departmental Update
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✓ Decided: Board adjourned until April 6, 2026 for the next meeting
The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda as presented. It also unanimously approved the minutes from the February 4, 2026 meeting. Finally, the board unanimously adjourned until Monday, April 6, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. for the next meeting.
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of February 4, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
- Adjourned until Monday, April 6, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. (unanimous)
224 Seminary Street, Kenansville
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CONSOLIDATED HUMAN SERVICES BOARD MEETING
Monday, March 2nd, 2025
5:30 PM
224 Seminary Street
Kenansville, N.C. 28349
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS OF BUSINESS
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
• Regular Meeting held on February 4th, 2026
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Public Comments (limited to three (3) minutes per speaker)
Annie Murrell, Social Services Director
• Social Services Departmental Update
Dr. Tracey Simmons-Kornegay, Health Director
• Health Departmental Update
ADJOURN
Adjourn until Monday, April 6th, 2026 at 5:30 pm for a Consolidated Human Services
Board Meeting at the Administrative Building located at 224 Seminary Street in
Kenansville, N.C.
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CONSOLIDATED HUMAN SERVICES BOARD MEETING
Monday, March 2, 2026
224 Seminary Street
Kenansville, N.C. 28349
The Consolidated Human Services Board met at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, March 2,
2026 in the Commissioners Room located at 224 Seminary Street, Kenansville, N.C.
Present: Commissioners: Chairman Dexter B. Edwards; Vice Chairman Elwood
Garner; Jesse L. Dowe, III; Wayne Branch; and Justin Edwards.
Also Present: Lisa Hughes, Interim County Manager; Carrie Shields, Deputy
County Manager; Tim Wilson, County Attorney; Chelsey Lanier, Finance Officer; and
Jaime W. Carr, Clerk to the Board.
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Edwards.
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation was given by Commissioner Branch. Commissioner Branch then led
those in attendance in the pledge of allegiance to the flag of the United States of
America.
Approval of the Meeting Agenda
Chairman Edwards asked if the members of the Board approved the proposed
meeting agenda, and if any Board Member, County Manager, or Clerk to the Board
wished to make any changes or additions to the agenda. No changes or additions were
made.
Motion was made by Commissioner Branch, seconded by Commissioner Garner,
carried unanimously, to approve the meeting agenda as presented.
Approval of Minutes
Motion was made by Commissioner J. Edwards, seconded by Commissioner
Dowe, carried unanimously, to approve the minutes of the February 4, 2026
Consolid …
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Mon Mar 2, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Commissioners
Duplin County Commissioners to review FY 25 audit and various county contracts
The Board of Commissioners will discuss the FY 25 audit and consider several contract approvals for water, airport, and social services. The meeting includes a consent agenda with health department write-offs and fee schedule updates. The board will also hear public comments on road concerns.
- FY 25 Audit Presentation by RH CPAs PLLC
- Approval of Cabin Lake and Duplin County Airport fee schedules
- Contract award to Utility Service Co. and contract negotiation with TruePani Inc.
- Acceptance of $526 in Child Fatality Case Reporting and Prevention Funds
- Asset disposal requests for a Ford Transit Van and an ambulance chassis
budgetcontractspublic-healthinfrastructureaudit
✓ Decided: Board unanimously approves FY 2027 health agreement and multiple lane naming requests
The Duplin County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the regular meeting agenda and an amended consent agenda covering numerous contracts, fee schedules, and budget items. Highlights include approval of a FY 2027 consolidated health agreement with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, acceptance of $526 in child‑fatality reporting funds, and authorization of several county contracts. The Board also unanimously named four new lanes under the County Addressing and Road Naming Ordinance.
- Approved FY 2027 Consolidated Agreement with NC DHHS (unanimous, part of consent agenda)
- Accepted $526 Child Fatality Case Reporting and Prevention Funds (unanimous, part of consent agenda)
- Approved Servpro contract pending County Attorney approval (unanimous, part of consent agenda)
- Approved AirPark Lot Clearing Contract Amendment 1 with Gainus Lawn Maintenance (unanimous, part of consent agenda)
- Approved Duplin County Airport Fee Schedule (unanimous, part of consent agenda)
- Approved Public Safety Job Description Updates and Reclassifications (unanimous, part of consent agenda)
- Approved Asset Disposal Requests for a Ford Transit Van and an Ambulance Chassis (unanimous, part of consent agenda)
- Named four new lanes (Happy Valley Lane, H T Brown Lane, Wild Turkey Lane, Faith Acres Lane) under the Addressing and Road Naming Ordinance (unanimous)
224 Seminary St, Kenansville
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING
Monday, March 2, 2026
6:00 PM
224 Seminary Street
Kenansville, N.C. 28349
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS OF BUSINESS
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
• Regular Meeting held on February 4th, 2026
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Budget Amendments Journal Entry Proof
2. Tax & Solid Waste Releases # 24083 - # 24192
3. Duplin County Health Department Bad Debt Service Write Off through January 31,
2023
4. Duplin County Health Department Bad Debt Service Write-Off — Deceased Patients
5. Duplin County EMS Bad Debt Service Write-Off - Deceased Patients
6. Approve Cabin Lake Fee Schedule.
7. Approve a Duplin County Airport Hay Lease Agreement between the County of Duplin
and Jordan Heath and authorize the Chairman to sign.
8. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Advertisement and Notice Solely by Electronic Means
and authorize the Chairman to sign.
9. Approve a contract between the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural
Resources and Cowan Museum of History and Science and authorize the Chairman to
sign.
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10. Appoint Dr. Shannon Hair to fill the unexpired term of Dr. Jay Carraway on the Eastern
Carolina Workforce Development Board with the term set to expire on June 30, 2027.
11. Schedule a Public Hearing for April 6,2026 at 6:00 p.m. to receive public comments
regarding a request from Jeremy Pickett to name a lane at the 400 blo …
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING
Monday, March 2nd, 2026
224 Seminary Street
Kenansville, N.C. 28349
The Duplin County Board of County Commissioners held a meeting at 6:00 p.m.
on Monday, March 2nd, 2026 in the Commissioners Room located at 224 Seminary
Street, Kenansville, N.C.
Present: Commissioners: Chairman Dexter B. Edwards; Vice-Chairman Elwood
Garner; Jesse L. Dowe, III; Wayne Branch; and Justin Edwards.
Also Present: Lisa Hughes, Interim County Manager; Carrie Shields, Deputy
County Manager; Tim Wilson, County Attorney; Chelsey Lanier, Finance Officer; and
Jaime W. Carr, Clerk to the Board.
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Edwards.
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation was given by Reverend A.J. Connors. Reverend Connors then led
those in attendance in the pledge of allegiance to the flag of the United States of
America.
Introduction of James Sprunt Community College’s New President
Chairman Edwards introduced Dr. Shannon Hair as James Sprunt Community
College’s new president. Dr. Hair then made a few remarks.
Approval of Regular Meeting Agenda
Chairman Edwards asked if the members of the Board approved the proposed
meeting agenda, and if any Board Member, County Manager/Deputy County Manager,
or Clerk to the Board wished to make any changes or additions to the agenda. No
additions/changes made.
Motion was made by Commissioner Dowe, seconded by Commissioner Branch,
carrie …
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Mon Feb 9, 2026 · 17:30
Consolidated Humans Services Board
Mon Feb 9, 2026 · 18:00
Consolidated Humans Services Board
Fri Feb 6, 2026 · 07:00
Economic Development Commission Board
260 Airport Road, Kenansville
Fri Feb 6, 2026 · 07:00
Economic Development Commission Board
260 Airport Road, Kenansville
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🌐 County-level context (Duplin 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+158 people (+$7.3M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)14 ({"Hurricane": 19, "Biological": 2, "Tropical Storm": 2, "Tor · last Sat Jan 24, 2026)
Traffic fatalities19 (4 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments870 (14,132 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$976/mo (335 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy37.5% (low numeracy 53% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
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Recorded votes
$234.8M
Annual budget
$50.4M
Debt outstanding
127
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$234.8M
Spending$215.0M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load MODERATE
Outstanding debt$50.4M
Debt-to-revenue0.21×
Debt-load index50 / 100
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Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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