The Board unanimously approved Resolution #26-R-09 to maintain increased micro-purchase thresholds, allowing staff to efficiently buy smaller-dollar goods and services while retaining accountability and fiscal controls.

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Briefing

Jun 22, 2026

Board approves budget and fee increases

The Board approved the $31,741,459 FY 2026-27 budget, a $0.75-per-$100 property tax rate, and fee increases including 20% for sewer, 7.5% for water and solid waste, and 10% for Tourist and Event Center buildings. The vote was 3-2, and the budget takes effect July 1, 2026.

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Briefing

Apr 27, 2026

County Building Inspections Agreement Approved

The Board unanimously approved a memorandum of understanding with Craven County for building inspection services, effective after county adoption, following the resignation of Havelock’s city building inspector. The Board also unanimously approved the preliminary plat for Tucker Pointe Townhomes at 735 US Highway 70 West, subject to Planning Board conditions and resolution of outstanding conditions before final plat approval.

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Briefing

Mar 23, 2026

Board Reviews Zoning and Subdivision Changes

The proposed minor-subdivision amendment would limit eligible tracts to five acres or less and no more than five lots, while potentially shortening approval times by about one-half to one-third. The Board opened a public hearing on the amendment and reviewed a Planning Board recommendation to rezone 94 Belltown Road from single-family residential to Highway Commercial.

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Briefing

Feb 23, 2026

Board Expands Canal Stabilization Project

The Board unanimously approved amended funding of $4,462,587 for the McCotter Canal Bank Stabilization Project, adding $1,347,087 in funding and restoring work in Area Six.

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Briefing

Feb 9, 2026

Havelock approves $211,821 Harrier display

The Board voted 4-1 to accept a TAV-8B trainer aircraft for static display and authorize $211,821 from the General Fund balance for restoration, transport, placement, and enhancements.

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Briefing

Jan 26, 2026

Board awards $1.22 million paving project

The Board unanimously awarded the FY 2025-26 paving project to Onslow Grading and Paving for $1,221,039.61, allowing additional roadway segments to be included while staying within the approved budget.

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Briefing

Jan 12, 2026

City Approves Club Building Upgrades

The Board unanimously approved up to $63,739.90 from the General Fund balance for ADA and building upgrades at the Boys & Girls Club, including HVAC, security, bathroom, and gym improvements.

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