Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Ira C. Whitford’s organization
Oct 5, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Craven County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting
The board conducted a public hearing regarding the FY26 Community Development Block Grant for neighborhood revitalization, subsequently approving a resolution to submit a formal application. The commissioners declined a property purchase offer from the Board of Education and approved a consent agenda covering tax releases, refunds, and budget amendments. Additionally, the board received reports on a fire truck refurbishment project by the Little Swift Creek Fire Department, approved an ambulance franchise application for Medex Medical Transport Services, and made several appointments to local boards, including the Community Child Protection Team and the Fireman's Relief Fund Board of Trustees.
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Craven County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting
The board addressed several financial and administrative matters, including budget amendments for the Sheriff's Office regarding a vehicle donation and a grant rollover for behavioral health services. Additionally, the board approved a budget amendment for the ENC TechBridge Grant to support facility usage and university engineering capstone projects. Various appointments were made to local committees, including the Fire Tax Commissioners Board, the Adult Care Home Advisory Committee, and the Craven County Clean Sweep Committee. A resolution was also adopted to honor a long-term professional upon their retirement from Trillium Health Resources.
Sep 8, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Craven County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting
The meeting included two public hearings regarding CARTS transportation services: one for proposed changes to fixed bus routes and the implementation of an on-demand pilot program, and another for the FY28 unified grant application to the North Carolina Department of Transportation. The Board also reviewed the Craven County Schools five-year facility needs survey, acknowledging its receipt as required by state statute. Furthermore, the Board approved funding applications for repairs and renovations at Trent Park Elementary, Oaks Road Elementary, and Grover C. Fields Middle School, utilizing lottery funds.
Aug 3, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Craven County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting
The board conducted a public hearing concerning the issuance of 2026 limited obligation bonds to finance various capital improvement projects. A recognition ceremony was held for a local student for their academic and community service achievements. The session included the approval of several consent agenda items, such as budget amendments and policy updates. The board also addressed the receipt of a significant donation to the animal shelter, discussing potential facility enhancements and the feasibility of a Trap-Neuter-Return program. Furthermore, a budget amendment was approved for the ongoing expansion of the Havlock Health Clinic pharmacy.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
