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Wayne County public meetings in 2023

30 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 19, 2023 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Wayne County Board of Commissioners meeting on December 19, 2023

The Board of Commissioners will review several administrative actions including board appointments and budget amendments. The agenda includes a presentation for Chris Cowan and the introduction of Health Director Suzanne LeDoyen.

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224 E. Walnut Street, Goldsboro
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT AGENDA
7 yea
Barbara Aycock yea · Joe Daughtery yea · Bevan Foster yea · Chris Gurley yea · Antonio Williams yea · Freeman Hardison yea · Wayne Aycock yea
CLOSED SESSION
6 yea
Barbara Aycock yea · Joe Daughtery yea · Chris Gurley yea · Antonio Williams yea · Freeman Hardison yea · Wayne Aycock yea
Tue Dec 5, 2023 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners to elect leadership and hold solar energy permit hearings

The Board of Commissioners will elect a Chairman and Vice-Chairman. The meeting includes a public hearing on a 19-acre rezoning request and two Board of Adjustment hearings regarding solar energy facilities.

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224 E. Walnut Street, Goldsboro
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT AGENDA
6 yea
Joe Daughtery yea · Bevan Foster yea · Chris Gurley yea · Antonio Williams yea · Freeman Hardison yea · Wayne Aycock yea
CLOSED SESSION
6 yea
Joe Daughtery yea · Bevan Foster yea · Chris Gurley yea · Antonio Williams yea · Freeman Hardison yea · Wayne Aycock yea
Tue Nov 21, 2023 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Wayne County Commissioners to consider road additions and fire truck financing

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss several administrative appointments and budget amendments. The body is deciding on the addition of multiple Gander Lake Subdivision roads to the State Maintenance System and the purchase of a new fire truck for the Indian Springs Volunteer Fire Department.

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224 E. Walnut Street, Goldsboro
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT AGENDA
7 yea
Barbara Aycock yea · Joe Daughtery yea · Bevan Foster yea · Chris Gurley yea · Antonio Williams yea · Freeman Hardison yea · Wayne Aycock yea
CLOSED SESSION [Approve]
7 yea
Barbara Aycock yea · Joe Daughtery yea · Chris Gurley yea · Freeman Hardison yea · Wayne Aycock yea · Bevan Foster yea · Antonio Williams yea
Tue Nov 7, 2023 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Wayne County Commissioners to consider broadband agreement and shelter construction

The Board of Commissioners will vote on a technology agreement for rural economics and a contract for the Sheriff Command Shelter addition. The board is also scheduling public hearings for a rezoning request and two solar energy facilities.

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224 E. Walnut Street, Goldsboro
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT AGENDA
7 yea
Barbara Aycock yea · Joe Daughtery yea · Bevan Foster yea · Chris Gurley yea · Antonio Williams yea · Freeman Hardison yea · Wayne Aycock yea
Tue Oct 3, 2023 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Wayne County Commissioners to consider garbage truck and airport project approvals

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss budget amendments and various tax exemption applications. The body is deciding on the purchase of a Labrie Wittke Starlight Front Loader Garbage Truck and an agreement for airport safety and maintenance projects.

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224 E. Walnut Street, Goldsboro
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT AGENDA
6 yea
Barbara Aycock yea · Joe Daughtery yea · Bevan Foster yea · Chris Gurley yea · Freeman Hardison yea · Wayne Aycock yea
CLOSED SESSION [Approve]
6 yea
Barbara Aycock yea · Joe Daughtery yea · Chris Gurley yea · Freeman Hardison yea · Wayne Aycock yea · Bevan Foster yea
Tue Sep 19, 2023 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Board considers sale of surplus buildings for $6.8 million

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request and consider several property sales and grants. The meeting includes a separate session for the Board of Adjustment regarding a mobile home park permit.

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224 E. Walnut Street, Goldsboro
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT AGENDA
7 yea
Barbara Aycock yea · Joe Daughtery yea · Bevan Foster yea · Chris Gurley yea · Antonio Williams yea · Freeman Hardison yea · Wayne Aycock yea
Tue Aug 15, 2023 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Board considers $30,000 economic incentive grant for ALTA Foods, LLC

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding an estimated $30,000 economic incentive grant for ALTA Foods, LLC. The body is also processing tax collector settlements and scheduling future zoning and permit hearings.

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✓ Decided: Wayne County approves $30,000 economic grant for ALTA Foods, LLC

The Board of Commissioners approved an economic incentive grant for ALTA Foods, LLC to support facility expansion and job creation. The Board also approved several administrative items, including budget amendments and the reappointment of committee members. A groundbreaking ceremony for the new Health and Human Services building was held following the meeting.

224 E. Walnut Street, Goldsboro
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT AGENDA
7 yea
Barbara Aycock yea · Joe Daughtery yea · Bevan Foster yea · Chris Gurley yea · Antonio Williams yea · Freeman Hardison yea · Wayne Aycock yea
CLOSED SESSION
7 yea
Barbara Aycock yea · Joe Daughtery yea · Bevan Foster yea · Chris Gurley yea · Antonio Williams yea · Freeman Hardison yea · Wayne Aycock yea
Tue Aug 1, 2023 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Board considers $15,300 incentive grant for Alta Foods, LLC

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a proposed economic incentive grant for Alta Foods, LLC (Project Corn). The body is also reviewing several land plat approvals and a budget amendment for the Goldsboro Industrial Campus.

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✓ Decided: Board schedules public hearing for $15,300 Alta Foods incentive grant

The Board of Commissioners approved several land plats, construction contracts, and budget amendments. A public hearing was established for August 15, 2023, to discuss a proposed economic incentive grant for Alta Foods, LLC.

224 E. Walnut Street, Goldsboro
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT AGENDA
6 yea
Barbara Aycock yea · Joe Daughtery yea · Chris Gurley yea · Antonio Williams yea · Freeman Hardison yea · Wayne Aycock yea
CLOSED SESSION
6 yea
Barbara Aycock yea · Joe Daughtery yea · Chris Gurley yea · Antonio Williams yea · Freeman Hardison yea · Wayne Aycock yea
Tue Jul 18, 2023 · 07:30

General

✓ Decided: Appointment Committee fills nine positions on Health and Human Services Advisory Board

The Appointment Committee unanimously approved nine members to the Wayne County Health and Human Services Advisory Board. The appointments include medical professionals, a county commissioner, and members of the general public.

224 E. Walnut Street, Goldsboro
Tue Jul 18, 2023 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Board considers jetport improvements and road maintenance additions

The Wayne County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss infrastructure improvements and budget amendments. The body is deciding on stormwater and drainage projects at the Wayne Executive Jetport and the addition of several roads to the state maintenance system.

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✓ Decided: Board approves jetport drainage improvements and health board appointments

The Board of Commissioners approved stormwater and parking lot drainage improvements at the Wayne Executive Jetport. They also appointed nine members to the Health and Human Services Advisory Board and approved several budget amendments and personnel updates.

224 E. Walnut Street, Goldsboro
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT AGENDA
7 yea
Barbara Aycock yea · Joe Daughtery yea · Bevan Foster yea · Chris Gurley yea · Antonio Williams yea · Freeman Hardison yea · Wayne Aycock yea
CLOSED SESSION
6 yea
Barbara Aycock yea · Joe Daughtery yea · Chris Gurley yea · Antonio Williams yea · Freeman Hardison yea · Wayne Aycock yea
Tue Jun 20, 2023 · 07:30

General

Wayne County Board of Commissioners meeting scheduled for June 20, 2023

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed.

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✓ Decided: Appointment Committee recommends members for health and library boards

The Wayne County Appointment Committee voted to recommend several individuals for appointment to the Health and Human Services Advisory Committee and the Wayne County Library Advisory Board. These recommendations will be presented to the Board of Commissioners.

224 E. Walnut Street, Goldsboro
Tue Jun 20, 2023 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Wayne County Commissioners to select insurance carrier and award Ivey Road contract

The Board of Commissioners will consider budget amendments, a pay plan, and the sale of surplus property in Mt. Olive. The meeting includes presentations of financial statements for the county and the Tourism Development Authority.

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✓ Decided: Board approves Ivy Road project contract and NCACC insurance

The Board of Commissioners awarded the Ivy Road Project contract to S. T. Wooten Corporation and selected NCACC as the county's insurance carrier. The Board also approved a series of budget amendments, a new pay plan, and several committee appointments.

224 E. Walnut Street, Goldsboro
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT AGENDA
6 yea
Barbara Aycock yea · Joe Daughtery yea · Bevan Foster yea · Chris Gurley yea · Freeman Hardison yea · Wayne Aycock yea
CLOSED SESSION
5 yea
Barbara Aycock yea · Joe Daughtery yea · Chris Gurley yea · Freeman Hardison yea · Wayne Aycock yea
Tue Jun 20, 2023 · 11:00

General

✓ Decided: Facilities Committee receives updates on county construction and infrastructure projects

The Facilities Committee met to review the status of several ongoing projects, including the new jail and DSS building. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during the meeting.

224 E. Walnut Street, Goldsboro
Tue Jun 6, 2023 · 07:30

Appointment Committee

✓ Decided: Appointment Committee recommends four board appointments to Board of Commissioners

The Appointment Committee unanimously approved presenting four appointments and reappointments to the Board of Commissioners. The committee also discussed potential members for the consolidated Human Services Advisory Board.

224 E. Walnut Street, Goldsboro
Tue Jun 6, 2023 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Wayne County Board of Commissioners to hold public hearing on proposed FY 2023 budget

The Board of Commissioners will receive public comments on the proposed budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023. The meeting includes a budget work session and decisions on library expansions and property sales.

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✓ Decided: Wayne County Board approves new library lease and detention center contracts

The Board of Commissioners approved a ten-year lease for a Northern Wayne County Library branch in Fremont and awarded two service contracts for the Detention Center. The Board also approved several budget amendments and appointed members to the ABC Board and other commissions.

224 E. Walnut Street, Goldsboro
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT AGENDA
7 yea
Barbara Aycock yea · Joe Daughtery yea · Bevan Foster yea · Chris Gurley yea · Antonio Williams yea · Freeman Hardison yea · Wayne Aycock yea
CLOSED SESSION
7 yea
Barbara Aycock yea · Joe Daughtery yea · Bevan Foster yea · Chris Gurley yea · Antonio Williams yea · Freeman Hardison yea · Wayne Aycock yea
Tue May 16, 2023 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Board considers $2 million grant and land conveyance for Select-Genetics LLC

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding an economic incentive package for Select-Genetics LLC. The body will also receive the County Manager's recommended budget for 2023-2024 and a presentation on the 2023-2024 CIP Plan.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $2M incentive grant and land conveyance to Select-Genetics LLC

The Board of Commissioners approved an economic incentive package for Select-Genetics LLC, including a $2 million grant and 19.96 acres of land. The board also approved several budget amendments and established a public hearing for the 2023-2024 recommended budget. Various appointments to county boards and commissions were confirmed.

224 E. Walnut Street, Goldsboro
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT AGENDA
7 yea
Barbara Aycock yea · Joe Daughtery yea · Bevan Foster yea · Chris Gurley yea · Antonio Williams yea · Freeman Hardison yea · Wayne Aycock yea
Tue May 16, 2023 · 09:30

General

✓ Decided: Board of Adjustment approves rezoning and special use permit for McClarin Duplexes

The Board of Adjustment reconvened a public hearing regarding a special use permit for the McClarin property. After hearing testimony from the applicant and a property owner, the Board voted to approve the request.

224 E. Walnut Street, Goldsboro
Tue May 2, 2023 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

✓ Decided: Board approves consolidated Human Services Board control, SunTree amendment, and sewer pump station contract

The Board unanimously approved a resolution to assume control of a consolidated Human Services Board, the First Amendment to the Purchase and Sale Agreement with SunTree Snack Foods, LLC, and awarded a contract for the Fremont Elementary School sewer pump station to KBS Construction, funded with ARP funds. Several subdivision plats and reappointments were also approved. A public hearing on a special use permit for duplexes was recessed to May 16.

224 E. Walnut Street, Goldsboro
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT AGENDA
6 yea
Barbara Aycock yea · Joe Daughtery yea · Chris Gurley yea · Antonio Williams yea · Freeman Hardison yea · Wayne Aycock yea
CLOSED SESSION
6 yea
Barbara Aycock yea · Joe Daughtery yea · Chris Gurley yea · Antonio Williams yea · Freeman Hardison yea · Wayne Aycock yea
Tue Apr 18, 2023 · 20:30

General

✓ Decided: Board of Equalization and Review reports no property value appeals

The Board of Equalization and Review met to hear property value appeals. No individuals appeared to appeal their property values on the meeting date.

224 E. Walnut Street, Goldsboro
Tue Apr 18, 2023 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

✓ Decided: Board approves $2.1M lease extension and purchase agreement with SunTree Foods

The Board of Commissioners approved a lease extension and purchase agreement for SunTree Foods. The Board also passed a consent agenda covering multiple county contracts, budget amendments, and purchasing policy updates.

224 E. Walnut Street, Goldsboro
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
DISCUSSION/ADJUSTMENT OF AGENDA
6 yea
Barbara Aycock yea · Joe Daughtery yea · Chris Gurley yea · Antonio Williams yea · Freeman Hardison yea · Wayne Aycock yea
CONSENT AGENDA
5 yea
Barbara Aycock yea · Joe Daughtery yea · Chris Gurley yea · Freeman Hardison yea · Wayne Aycock yea
CLOSED SESSIONS
6 yea
Barbara Aycock yea · Joe Daughtery yea · Chris Gurley yea · Antonio Williams yea · Freeman Hardison yea · Wayne Aycock yea
Tue Apr 4, 2023 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commissioners approve financing for new DSS and Health Department facility

The Board of Commissioners approved a Guaranteed Maximum Price contract and installment financing for a new combined DSS/Health Department building. The Board also approved funding for Wayne Community College and several solar energy permits.

224 E. Walnut Street, Goldsboro
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT AGENDA [Approve]
6 yea
Barbara Aycock yea · Joe Daughtery yea · Bevan Foster yea · Chris Gurley yea · Antonio Williams yea · Wayne Aycock yea
Tue Mar 21, 2023 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Board considers stormwater ordinance revisions and new DSS/Health facility financing

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on revisions to the Wayne County Stormwater Ordinance and Stormwater Plan. Members are also deciding on the sale of surplus property and a lease agreement with the Department of Adult Correction.

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✓ Decided: Board supports restoring rail service from Goldsboro to Wilmington

The Board of Commissioners approved a resolution requesting the State of North Carolina to restore rail service between Goldsboro and Wilmington. Other key actions included approving a lease for the Department of Adult Correction and the sale of surplus property to the City of Goldsboro.

224 E. Walnut Street, Goldsboro
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT AGENDA
6 yea
Joe Daughtery yea · Bevan Foster yea · Chris Gurley yea · Antonio Williams yea · Freeman Hardison yea · Wayne Aycock yea
Tue Mar 7, 2023 · 07:30

Appointment Committee

✓ Decided: Appointment Committee recommends several board and council appointments

The Appointment Committee unanimously approved presenting several appointments and reappointments to the Board of Commissioners for final action.

224 E. Walnut Street, Goldsboro
Tue Mar 7, 2023 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

✓ Decided: Board approves special use permit for Sasser Solar facility

The Wayne County Board of Commissioners, acting as the Board of Adjustment, approved a special use permit for Sasser Solar, LLC to build a solar facility. The project will be located on approximately 1,180 acres of RA-20 zoned land. Approval was granted with nine specific conditions regarding bird mitigation, glare analysis, and vegetative buffers.

224 E. Walnut Street, Goldsboro
Tue Mar 7, 2023 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners consider solar permits and industrial park agreement

The Board of Commissioners and Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings regarding solar energy facilities and an economic development agreement. The board will also vote on grant funding for fiber internet and the sale of surplus property.

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224 E. Walnut Street, Goldsboro
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
DISCUSSION/ADJUSTMENT OF AGENDA [Approve]
6 yea
Barbara Aycock yea · Joe Daughtery yea · Chris Gurley yea · Antonio Williams yea · Freeman Hardison yea · Wayne Aycock yea
CONSENT AGENDA
7 yea
Barbara Aycock yea · Joe Daughtery yea · Bevan Foster yea · Chris Gurley yea · Antonio Williams yea · Freeman Hardison yea · Wayne Aycock yea
Tue Feb 7, 2023 · 07:30

Appointment Committee

✓ Decided: Appointment Committee recommends three new board and commission members

The Appointment Committee unanimously approved recommendations for three positions to be presented to the Wayne County Board of Commissioners. These include appointments to a sanitary district, a council for older adults, and a planning commission.

224 E. Walnut Street, Goldsboro
Tue Feb 7, 2023 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

✓ Decided: Board approves zoning change for Community Shopping district

The Board of Commissioners approved a zoning map amendment to establish a Community Shopping (CS) district for a 0.25-acre property. Other actions included appointing members to local boards and approving budget amendments for solid waste operations.

224 E. Walnut Street, Goldsboro
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT AGENDA
7 yea
Barbara Aycock yea · Joe Daughtery yea · Bevan Foster yea · Chris Gurley yea · Antonio Williams yea · Freeman Hardison yea · Wayne Aycock yea
CLOSED SESSION
6 yea
Barbara Aycock yea · Joe Daughtery yea · Chris Gurley yea · Antonio Williams yea · Freeman Hardison yea · Wayne Aycock yea
Upon motion of Commiss ioner Joe C. Daughtery, the 2023 National School Based Health Care Awareness Month Proclamation was unani mously approved, attached hereto as Attachment B. Motion passed with a…
7 yea
Barbar a Aycock yea · Wayne Aycock yea · Joe Daughtery yea · Bevan Foster yea · Chris Gurley yea · Freeman Hardison yea · Antonio Williams yea
Upon motion of Commi ssioner Antonio Williams, the Board unanimously approved the 2023 Black History Month Proclama tion, attached hereto as Attachmen t C. Motion passed with a 7:0
7 yea
Barbara Aycock yea · Way ne Aycock yea · Joe Daughtery yea · Bevan Foster yea · Chris Gurley yea · Freeman Hardison yea · Antonio Williams yea
Upon motion of Commission er Freeman Hardison, Jr., the Board approved the appointment of Dale Aycock Kirby to the Northwestern Wayne Sanitary District, filling the vaca ncy of the late James Kirby…
6 yea
Barbara Ayco ck yea · Wayne Aycock yea · Joe Daughtery yea · Bevan Foster yea · Chris Gurley yea · Freeman Hardison yea
Thu Feb 2, 2023 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

✓ Decided: Wayne County approves contract for replacement jail construction

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a contract with T.A. Loving Company to build the Wayne County Replacement Jail. The board also held a budget work session to review ongoing projects and a goal-setting session for 2023.

3114-A Wayne Memorial Drive, Goldsboro
Tue Jan 17, 2023 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

✓ Decided: Wayne County approves $55M financing for new jail facility

The Board of Commissioners authorized an installment financing agreement with Truist Bank to fund a new jail. The Board also approved the purchase of two aircraft hangars and awarded demolition contracts for an acquisition project.

224 E. Walnut Street, Goldsboro
Tue Jan 3, 2023 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

✓ Decided: Board approves pay plan amendments and surplus property sale

The Board of Commissioners approved the 45th Amendment to the Position Classification and Pay Plan and the sale of surplus property on Connor Street. A public hearing was scheduled for February 7, 2023, regarding a zoning request for property on Northgold Drive.

224 E. Walnut Street, Goldsboro