Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Jordan B. Hughes’s organization
Oct 15, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
New Bern Planning and Zoning Board Planning And Zoning Meeting
The board discussed and approved changes to its rules and procedures, specifically deciding to retain the chairman's remarks and correcting typographical errors. Additionally, an introductory discussion was held regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and data centers. Topics covered included the definition of ADUs, the implications of allowing them in single-family residential zones, potential impacts on property, and the relationship between municipal zoning laws and private covenants.
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The Commission discussed several property redevelopment requests. The New Bern Housing Authority presented plans for a multi-unit residential project on First Avenue, which received approval with an amended 15-year covenant for affordable housing. The Commission also voted to place a property on Third Avenue on the sellable list, pending further information about drainage and buildability issues for a potential purchaser. Additionally, there was a presentation regarding a vision for developing affordable housing at properties on Mechanic Street.
Oct 13, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
New Bern Board of Aldermen Board of Aldermen Meeting
The board discussed amendments to the agenda regarding the removal of specific parcel items from the consent agenda. They approved the 2026 meeting roster with an amendment to a meeting date. Key discussions centered on a resolution calling for a public hearing for the rezoning of several parcels and the review of a development agreement, with members raising concerns about transparency, the need for community engagement, and the implications of the rezoning process on local property owners.
Oct 13, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
New Bern Board of Aldermen Work Session
The work session focused on addressing the community's feral cat overpopulation issue. Key discussion topics included the importance of conducting an accurate cat census to determine the extent of the problem and the necessity of forming community and regional partnerships to implement effective management strategies. Experts emphasized the value of Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return (TNVR) programs, the need for increased access to spay and neuter services, and the strategic importance of targeting specific high-density areas to reduce population growth. The board also discussed the intersection of economic hardships with animal care and the broader public health implications of the cat population.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
