Bertie County Board of Commissioners Regular Session
The Board discussed several operational and community items. Key topics included a request regarding the abandonment of Shipyard Landing Road, a donation to support local food pantries, and a proposal for the redevelopment of the former Aulander Elementary School property, which resulted in a rejected bid. Updates were provided on the TGOW Project and shoreline stabilization, Council on Aging services and future grant plans, and repairs for the Bertie-Martin Regional Jail. The Board approved a budget amendment to cover lobbyist costs, made appointments to the Department of Social Services Board, and clarified policies regarding water bill late fees, federal funding for emergency services, and animal shelter construction progress.
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The Board discussed the proposed fiscal year 2026-2027 budget, including a General Fund total of $24,457,918, which represents a decrease from the previous year. Key topics included the status of the county's fund balance, the lack of a proposed property tax rate increase, and an overview of special appropriations for local schools, community colleges, and the regional jail. The Board also addressed employee compensation, including a cost-of-living increase and changes to vacation buy-back policies. Public comments focused on cost-of-living increases for employees and funding requests from the North Carolina Forest Service regarding fire management challenges and vehicle replacement needs.
Sep 29, 2025·Board meeting
Bertie County Board of Commissioners Work Session
The Board discussed various contracts, including those for aging services, the Cashie River Impoundment Study, and camping reservations. Policy deliberations focused on updates to internal controls and potential changes to the inclement weather policy. Key appointments were confirmed for the Tri-County Airport Authority, the Economic Development Board, and the Tourism Development Authority, with approval granted to expand the latter's board size. Additional agenda items included IT infrastructure reports, project updates from the departing Assistant County Manager, the sale of the old food pantry building, the status of the Aulander School property, funding approval for the Local Re-entry Council, the authorization of a Republic Service contract, and a review of space requirements for the Public Defender's office.
