Christopher Hatcher

The board addressed the resignation of a member and approved the appointment of existing poll workers for early voting. Additionally, the board observed a moment of silence for community members and decided to postpone discussions regarding regular meeting times until the conclusion of the primary election. The director provided updates on the calendar of events, the early voting schedule, poll worker training, and the availability of sample ballots.

The board discussed the processing of supplemental absentee ballots, noting that no such ballots were present for this election. The primary action taken was the formal certification of the Duplin County Municipal election results, following commendations extended to the election office staff and poll workers.

The meeting included the swearing in of a new board member. The Director provided updates regarding changes to approved Chief Judges for the upcoming election due to unforeseen circumstances. Additionally, the Board reviewed the unofficial election day schedule and discussed staffing challenges, specifically the need for additional poll workers at certain locations to ensure balanced political representation.

This Land Use Plan for Duplin County serves as a comprehensive guide for future long-term physical, social, and economic development over the next twenty years. It addresses key issues through goals and policies across six main themes: housing and neighborhoods, public service and facilities, environmental resources, economic development, transportation, and land use and development. The plan aims to foster sustainable growth, protect natural resources, improve community infrastructure, and enhance the overall quality of life for residents.

The Duplin County Board of Elections meeting addressed several key items, including the processing of absentee ballots and the review and acceptance of all 24 ballots. The board discussed early voting plans for the 2026 Primary election, with final plans expected by the State Board of Elections by the end of November or the first week in December. An update was provided on the transition of day-to-day operations to the recently renovated portion of the building. A correction was made regarding the number of counties participating in early voting for municipal elections. The board also noted the number of people who had cast ballots at early voting so far.