Duplin County public meetings in 2024
18 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Commissioners
The Duplin County Board of Commissioners will vote on several budget amendments, funding allocations, and contract awards. Items include large debris‑removal contracts, a $75,000 education lottery grant, and a lease of county land at WestPark Business and Industrial Park. The board will also schedule a public hearing on a Unified Development Ordinance amendment for January 6, 2025.
- Approve Hall’s Tree Service contract for North East Cape Fear River Sections 1‑5 debris removal ($554,622)
- Approve Daniel Steiner d.b.a. Snatch‑it contract for North East Cape Fear River Section 6 Streamflow Rehabilitation ($121,342)
- Approve North Carolina Education Lottery funding for Duplin County Schools ($75,000)
- Approve lease of county‑owned property at WestPark Business and Industrial Park in Warsaw to Ross Thornton
- Schedule public hearing on Jan 6 2025 to consider text amendment to the Duplin County Unified Development Ordinance
The board approved the airport taxiway construction contract and grant, adopted the consolidated health agency resolution (4-1), and approved a consent agenda covering debris removal contracts, a school security grant, and an agricultural lease. The opioid settlement resolution was removed from the agenda at a commissioner's request. No public comments were received.
Board of Commissioners
The Duplin County Board of Commissioners will consider several approvals, including a software as a service agreement with Tyler Technologies, Inc. and a grant agreement with the North Carolina Tobacco Trust Funds. They will also schedule a public hearing on Jan. 6, 2025 to receive comments on naming two lanes at Cipher Green RV Park. Additional items include appointing a deputy finance officer, adopting a solid waste management ordinance, and adopting the schedule of values for the 2025 property revaluation.
- Approve a Software as a Service Agreement between Tyler Technologies, Inc. and Duplin County
- Approve the Grant Agreement between Duplin County Economic Development Commission and the North Carolina Tobacco Trust Funds
- Schedule a public hearing for Jan. 6, 2025 on naming two lanes at Cipher Green RV Park off John Williams Evans Road
- Adopt an Amended Solid Waste Management Ordinance
- Adopt the Schedule of Values for the 2025 Duplin County Revaluation
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding the E911 Addressing Project and tax administration. The body is also considering several budget amendments and state grant agreements.
- Acceptance of $1,149,500 in State Acquisition Relocation Funds
- Acceptance of $4,409.00 in WCI – AA 403 – Revision #4 funding
- Lease agreement for office space at 103 Duplin Street for NC Department of Adult Correction
- Public hearing for E911 Addressing Project
- Public hearing conducted by Tax Administrator Gary Rose
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will discuss the 2025 revaluation schedule of values and community health needs assessment data. The body is also considering resolutions regarding the expenditure of opioid settlement funds and various grant acceptances.
- 2025 Revaluation Schedule of Values presentation
- Resolutions to amend expenditure of Opioid Settlement Funds
- Interlocal Animal Control and Protection Services Agreement with Town of Beulaville
- Acceptance of $60,000 Trillium Integrated Care Grant
- Acceptance of $10,000 CDC funding for seasonal influenza vaccine efforts for farmworkers
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to review a consent agenda including grant funding and professional service authorizations. The meeting includes three scheduled public hearings and a closed session regarding personnel matters.
- Acceptance of $699,160.00 NC Department of Public Safety Local Emergency Shelter Capacity Grant
- Work Authorization Number 1 for professional services with Michael Baker Engineering, Inc.
- Reappointment of Elizabeth Smith and Thomasina Williams to the Duplin County Planning Board
- Proposed public hearing for October 7, 2024, regarding naming a lane in the 200 block of Lem Brown Road
- Approval of 31-LL 10 Forestry Headquarter Lease with the State of North Carolina
The Duplin County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda including a $699,160 state grant for emergency shelter generators, a road name change, and several contracts. The board also approved a new Animal Service Center Manager position and authorized grant applications for transportation and community development. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved consent agenda including $699,160 Local Emergency Shelter Capacity Grant (unanimous)
- Approved road name change of James O. Horne Lane to Teaberry Lane (unanimous)
- Adopted FY2026 Program Resolution for transportation grants (unanimous)
- Held public hearing on $950,000 CDBG-NR grant application; no vote taken
- Approved creating new Animal Service Center Manager position (unanimous)
- Approved $106,000 owner's representative contract with Michael Baker Engineering (unanimous)
- Approved 30-year lease with NC Forest Service for Region 1 HQ (unanimous)
- Recessed to October 1, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Duplin County Board of Commissioners will consider several funding approvals and a resolution at its August 19, 2024 meeting. Items include accepting $300,000 from the NC Streamflow Rehabilitation Program, $64,000 ARPA COVID‑19 school health team funding, $1,500 Carolina Consortium engagement funds, $2,000 chronic illness in pregnancy funding, and $23,102 additional WIC funding, each with associated budget amendments. The board will also adopt a resolution against bullying and approve routine agenda items such as tax releases and proclamations.
- Accept $300,000 NC Streamflow Rehabilitation Program (StRAP) funding – Contract #25-008-4016 with NC Dept. of Agriculture & Consumer Services
- Accept $64,000 ARPA COVID‑19 School Health Team Workforce (AA 620) funding and approve budget amendment
- Accept $1,500 Carolina Consortium Engagement Funds and approve budget amendment
- Accept $2,000 Management of Chronic Illness in Pregnancy (AA 130) funding and approve budget amendment
- Accept $23,102 Additional WIC (SFY 24‑25 Phase III AA 403 Rev #2) funding and approve budget amendment
Board of Commissioners
The Duplin County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda that includes budget amendments, tax and solid waste releases, and several contracts and grant acceptances. Key items are the approval of an agreement with the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services for forest land protection, and the scheduling of public hearings on a transportation grant and a lane name change. Additional agenda items address road concerns, a water supply well project, and routine agency reports.
- Approve agreement with NC Dept of Agriculture for protection, development and improvement of forest lands in Duplin County (item E)
- Approve service contracts with Warsaw Animal Hospital and Dr. Martin’s Large Animal Clinic for veterinary services at the county animal shelter (item H)
- Accept Blue Cross NC Grant Funds in the amount of $4,000.00 and authorize the associated budget amendment (item K)
- Approve Statement of Work/Master Services Agreement with CivicPlus for .gov domain and website maintenance (item O)
- Schedule public hearing for September 3, 2024 to receive comments on FY26 transportation system grant submission (item F)
Board of Commissioners
The Duplin County Board of Commissioners will vote on multiple grants, contracts, and budget amendments totaling over $835,512, including health-related funds and infrastructure projects. The meeting also includes public hearings, appointments, and routine approvals like tax collector reappointments and hazardous materials grants.
- Accept $150,000 NC Office of Rural Health grant for community health
- Accept $15,000 ECU Health Duplin Hospital Foundation grant for community benefits
- Approve $11,342 stream debris removal contract with Daniel Steiner d/b/a Snatch-It Clearing
- Approve $11,843 Limestone Creek Streamflow Rehabilitation (StRAP) contract with Daniel Steiner
- Adopt Capital Project Budget Ordinance for Economic Development Commission infrastructure improvements
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to adopt the Fiscal Year 24-25 Duplin County Budget Ordinance. The agenda also includes several budget amendments and appointments to local boards. A public hearing is scheduled for July 15, 2024, regarding a request to name a lane in Wallace.
- Adoption of the Fiscal Year 24-25 Duplin County Budget Ordinance
- Budget amendment for Senior Services in the amount of $4,000.00
- Budget amendment for Cooperative Extension in the amount of $3,220.00
- Public hearing regarding naming a lane at the 900 Block of Old Wilmington Road
- Appointments to the Tourism Development Authority Board
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings on the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Duplin County Budget and the Economic Development Budget. The board will also consider several contracts and a resolution for a special election regarding alcohol sales.
- Public hearings on FY 2024-2025 County and Economic Development budgets
- Contract with Chatham Civil Contracting, LLC for Duplin AirPark Roadway & Utilities for $5,194,276.00
- Work Authorization Four with Parrish & Partners for Airpark Road and Utility Improvements not to exceed $309,989.00
- Technical Services Agreement with McDavid Associates, Inc. for 2023 AirPark Water & Sanitary Sewer Improvements not to exceed $170,400.00
- Resolution to call a special election on the sale of malt beverages and unfortified wine in unincorporated areas
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding the naming of a lane. The body is also considering several contract renewals for debris management and watershed maintenance.
- Public hearing to name a lane
- Maintenance and repairs contract for Limestone and Muddy Creek Watershed with D&D Construction, LLC not to exceed $108,700
- Mowing maintenance contract for Limestone and Muddy Creek Watershed with Hank Bond d/b/a Han-Dy-Land Farms not to exceed $53,800
- Contract extensions for debris monitoring and recovery services with Tetra Tech, Inc. and CrowderGulf
- Adoption of Duplin County Public Transportations’ updated Title VI Policy
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider accepting American Rescue Plan Act funding for several water districts. The meeting includes public hearings to name three lanes and the scheduling of a hearing for a Project Pear incentive agreement.
- ARPA funding for water districts totaling $2,521,970
- Public hearings to name three lanes
- Proposed Economic Development Performance and Incentive Agreement for Project Pear
- Resolution for the realignment of SR 1340 (Blackmore Road) and SR 1341 (Penny Branch Road)
- Four County REDLG Detention Center Loan Process approval
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider several grant agreements, budget amendments, and official proclamations. The agenda includes a rescheduled public hearing regarding a street name request in Magnolia.
- Agreement with NC Department of Public Safety for disaster relief and recovery grant
- Acceptance of $6,521.05 in Homeland Security Grant Program funding
- Resolution to direct the expenditure of Opioid Settlement Funds
- Grant application for Project Pear via the NC Agriculture Manufacturing and Processing Initiative
- Rescheduled public hearing for Ava Rose Lane in the 3100 block of S NC 903, Magnolia
Board of Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review several budget amendments and grant acceptances. The meeting includes a request for the FY 2024-25 Juvenile Crime Prevention Council funding plan and a request for public defender office space.
- Service contract with Nelson Baker D/B/A Baker’s Lawn Care for $71,773.80
- ARPA Temporary Savings Fund for Public Health Services in the amount of $50,000.00
- Food and Lodging – AA 874 Funding in the amount of $7,708.00
- SMP/SHIIP Shred-a-thon/Identity Theft Grant Funds in the amount of $2,800.00
- FY 2024-25 Duplin County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council Program County Funding Plan
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing to adopt a new Unified Development Ordinance. The meeting includes decisions on grant funds, library policies, and a contract with Daniels and Daniels Construction Company, Inc.
- Public hearing to adopt a new Unified Development Ordinance
- Acceptance of $49,985.34 in grant funds from the Portable Radio PSAP Grant
- Contract approval for Daniels and Daniels Construction Company, Inc.
- Adoption of Duplin County Public Library Collection Development Policy
- Public hearing to name a lane in the 3100 block of S NC 903, Magnolia, NC
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider accepting state transportation funds and a COVID-19 vaccine program that would create two new positions. The meeting includes budget amendments for health programs and a contract amendment for Hurricane Florence hazard mitigation.
- Acceptance of $5,000,000.00 in Transportation Reserve Funds (Session Law 2023-134)
- Request to accept Bridge Access Program for COVID-19 Vaccines funding and create two new positions
- Acceptance of $24,375 for the Breast and Cervical Cancer Program
- Contract amendment for Hurricane Florence Hazard Mitigation Grant Program expedited Acquisitions
- Appointments for five members and five alternates to the Duplin County Voluntary Agricultural District Board
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider scheduling public hearings for a new Unified Development Ordinance and two road naming requests. The meeting includes a presentation of the Fiscal Year 2023 Audit and requests to approve several contracts.
- Public hearing scheduled for March 4, 2024, regarding a new Unified Development Ordinance (UDO)
- Acceptance of NEHA-FDA Retail Flexible Funding Model Grant funds of $3,375.86
- Presentation of the Fiscal Year 2023 Audit by RH CPA’s
- Requests to approve contracts with Alliance Health, Neuse River Council of Governments, and NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources
- Public hearings for naming lanes at Lura Lane (Wallace) and 732 N NC 111 Hwy (Beulaville)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review the Fiscal Year 2023 audit and conduct a public hearing regarding the E-911 Addressing Project. The body is also considering several land use applications and the acceptance of agricultural trust funds.
- Public hearing for E-911 Addressing Project
- Presentation of Fiscal Year 2023 audit by RH CPA’s
- Lease agreement with State Employees’ Credit Union for ATM at 112 W Hill Street, Kenansville
- Land use applications for parcels #12-1130, #12-494-1, and Buck Island Farms LLC parcels
- Acceptance of Senior Center General Purpose Funds FY 23-24 in the amount of $56.00