Swansboro meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

Swansboro boards review annexation, fees, and inspection plans; no votes taken

In the past two weeks, Swansboro's boards met to review annexation, fee structures, and project priorities, but none of the sessions produced final decisions. All three recent meetings were agenda-only, with minutes not yet published. The most consequential action on the horizon is the Board of Commissioners' upcoming vote on a building inspection agreement with Jacksonville and a $35,200 contract for grant applications.

Board of Commissioners (Aug. 11)

The Board of Commissioners held a public hearing on annexing a .54-acre parcel (Parcel ID 178381) into town limits for a future Swansboro Emergency Operation Center/Public Safety Facility. The agenda also included recognition of the Law Enforcement Cadet Summer Camp program and graduates, a fire services update from Fire Chief Jacob Randal, and a consent item supporting ONWASA wastewater capacity and resiliency initiatives. No vote was recorded; minutes have not been published.

Historic Preservation Commission (Aug. 18)

The Historic Preservation Commission reviewed the Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) application fee structure and the Minor Work Committee review process. The town manager presented both items, and the commission was expected to provide direction to staff. The agenda also included approval of the July 21, 2026 meeting minutes and public comments. No decisions were made.

Appearance Commission (Aug. 20)

The Appearance Commission discussed potential focus areas for its Appearance Project Program Schedule, reviewed a proposed Property Appearance Recognition Program, and began developing a strategic plan aligned with adopted town plans. These were discussion items with recommended actions for future proposals, not final decisions. The commission also considered approval of the July 16, 2026 meeting minutes.

Coming up: Board of Commissioners (Aug. 25)

The Board of Commissioners will consider an interlocal agreement with the City of Jacksonville for building inspection and plan review services. The board will also review a $35,200 professional services agreement with WithersRavenel to prepare grant applications for park improvements (LWCF and PARTF). Other items include Budget Ordinance Amendment #2027-2, a monthly financial report as of July 31, 2026, and a review of Policy No. 12 – the Samuel Bland Community Service Award. This is an upcoming agenda; no decisions have been made yet.

All meetings are open to the public. Check the town's official website for agendas and minutes.

Swansboro boards set agenda items on streets, grants, and code enforcement; no minutes published yet

Swansboro's advisory boards and commissions met across the second week of July 2026, but official minutes have not yet been published for any of the sessions. What follows is drawn from the posted agendas only; outcomes, votes, and any dollar figures approved at the meetings are not yet in the public record.

Board of Commissioners — July 14

The Board of Commissioners agenda listed several consequential items, though no results are confirmed in the available record. The board was scheduled to consider accepting public streets and sidewalks in the Swansgate Subdivision, specifically Tundra Trail and Coscoroba Court. Commissioners were also set to authorize contract negotiations with WithersRavenel for grant writing services and to adopt new Appearance Commission By-Laws. A resolution approving a plan to annex certain real property was also on the agenda. None of these actions can be reported as decided until minutes are published.

Planning Board — July 7

The Planning Board was scheduled to vote on a text amendment to UDO § 152.130-135, covering enforcement and civil penalties. According to the agenda, the amendment follows a discrepancy discovered by the town attorney. The board could vote to recommend approval to the Board of Commissioners, along with a consistency statement. The outcome is not yet in the record.

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board — July 8

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board held a special meeting to review two RFQ proposals for grant writing services supporting applications to the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) and Parks and Recreation Trust Fund (PARTF) programs. The agenda said the board may recommend one firm to serve as grant consultant. Old business included discussion of the Pumpkin Derby event and a review of advisory board documents covering board responsibilities and strategic plans. No recommendation is confirmed in the available materials.

Tourism Development Authority — July 9

The Tourism Development Authority agenda included a fourth-quarter finance report for FY 2025-26, a motion to add the Vice Chairman as an authorized signer on the Authority's bank account, and a marketing and advertising status report by Front Row Communications. The agenda noted no major policy decisions or spending approvals were scheduled. Outcomes are not yet published.

Appearance Commission — July 16

The Appearance Commission was set to consider moving its meetings to evening hours to improve accessibility for residents and commissioners. Two options were posted: 5:30 pm (Schedule A) or 6:00 pm (Schedule B). The commission also planned to review a schedule for the Appearance Project Program's beautification and clean-up efforts, receive a Waterfront Plan Review update, and discuss fundraising options and details. No action is confirmed.

Coming up

The Historic Preservation Commission meets July 21, 2026. The agenda includes approval of the June 16, 2026 regular meeting minutes, a Minor Work/Staff Approval Application Report covering June–July presented by Town Planner Rebecca Brehmer, a handoff discussion also presented by Brehmer, and public comments before adjournment.

Note: All recent meetings above are listed as "agenda only" in the source record. Once minutes are published, this roundup can be updated with votes, dollar amounts, and final decisions.

Swansboro boards weigh code enforcement, grants, and street acceptance in busy July stretch

Swansboro's advisory boards and commissions are working through a packed July schedule, with several bodies meeting this past week and the Board of Commissioners set to take up street acceptance and grant writing contracts on Tuesday.

Because minutes have not yet been published for the three meetings held between July 7 and July 9, this roundup reflects what each agenda said would be considered. Outcomes — including any votes taken — are not yet confirmed in the public record.

Planning Board: UDO enforcement text amendment

On July 7, the Planning Board was scheduled to consider a text amendment to UDO § 152.130-135, which covers enforcement and review, including code enforcement and civil penalties. The agenda states the amendment follows a discrepancy discovered by the town attorney. The board may vote to recommend approval to the Board of Commissioners, along with a consistency statement.

Minutes for this meeting have not been published.

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board: Grant writing proposals

On July 8, the Swansboro Parks & Recreation Advisory Board held a special meeting to review two proposals received in response to an RFQ for grant writing services. The grants at stake are the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) and the Parks and Recreation Trust Fund (PARTF) programs. The board was expected to recommend one firm to serve as grant consultant.

Old business on the agenda included discussion of the Pumpkin Derby event and a review of advisory board documents, including board responsibilities and strategic plans.

Minutes have not been published.

Tourism Development Authority: Finance report and bank signer

On July 9, the Tourism Development Authority was scheduled to review a fourth-quarter finance report for FY 2025-26 and consider a motion to add the Vice Chairman as an authorized signer on the Authority's bank account. A marketing and advertising status report by Front Row Communications was also on the agenda.

The agenda noted no major policy decisions or spending approvals.

Minutes have not been published.

Coming up

Board of Commissioners — Tuesday, July 14: The Board will consider accepting public streets and sidewalks in the Swansgate Subdivision, specifically Tundra Trail and Coscoroba Court. Commissioners will also weigh authorizing contract negotiations with WithersRavenel for grant writing services, adopting new Appearance Commission By-Laws, and a resolution approving a plan to annex certain real property.

Residents interested in any of these items can check the town's official meeting postings for agendas, minutes, and participation details.

Swansboro board weighs budget adoption, flood rules; Planning Board to review enforcement text

The Swansboro Board of Commissioners last month considered adoption of the town’s fiscal year 2027 budget, including a proposed tax rate of $0.35 per $100 valuation, along with salary schedules and a fee schedule. The item had been tabled from the board’s June 9 meeting. Also on the agenda were public hearings on two text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance — one to correct a discrepancy in the definition of “Fence (Protective)” and another to adopt updated flood damage prevention rules from the National Flood Insurance Program. Consent items included a budget ordinance amendment and tax refunds totaling $188.27 for vehicle taxes. Minutes from the June 23 meeting have not yet been published, so official votes are not yet available.

The Swansboro Tourism Development Authority held a public hearing and considered adopting its own FY 2026/2027 budget during a special meeting on June 25. The balanced budget was prepared in accordance with state law and presented to the board on April 9. No revenue or expenditure amounts were listed in the agenda. The authority also considered approving minutes from its April 9 regular meeting. Again, minutes of the special meeting have not been published.

Planning Board to vote on enforcement amendment

The Swansboro Planning Board is scheduled to meet on July 7 to consider a text amendment to UDO § 152.130-135 covering code enforcement and civil penalties. The amendment was prompted by a discrepancy discovered by the town attorney. The board may vote to recommend approval to the Board of Commissioners along with a consistency statement.

Coming up

• **Planning Board** – July 7, 2026. The board will vote on a UDO text amendment regarding enforcement and civil penalties. The public is welcome to attend.

No other upcoming meetings were listed in the provided records.