HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025-12-15 RM ExhibitsPolicies and Procedures for Appointments to County Boards, Commissions,
Committees, and Authorities
The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners believes strongly in civic participation and appoints
residents to serve on a variety of boards, commissions, committees, and authorities that support effective
and responsive county government.
SECTION 1. ELIGIBILITY AND TERMS OF SERVICE
A. Any New Hanover County resident may serve on a county board, commission, committee, or
authority, unless prohibited by state law or county policy.
B. Applicants are not eligible for appointment to a county board, commission, committee, or
authority if an immediate family member is employed by that agency or department.
C. All appointments will follow the statute or ordinance that created the board, commission,
committee, or authority.
D. No New Hanover County resident may serve in more than two (2) appointed positions within
county government, unless exempted by the nature of their governmental service.
E. Unless otherwise provided by statute or charter, terms of office are three (3) years. No appointee
may serve more than two (2) consecutive terms. The New Hanover County Board of County
Commissioners may waive this limit if removal would harm the functioning of the board,
commission, committee, or authority. Unless otherwise approved by the New Hanover County
Board of County Commissioners, no appointee may serve beyond the last day of the month in
which their term ends.
SECTION 2. ATTENDANCE AND REMOVAL
A. An absence is considered excused when it results from circumstances beyond the appointee's
control, such as illness or medical emergency of the appointee or an immediate family member,
death in the family, employment or military obligations, inclement weather or hazardous travel
conditions, or civic duties required by law (including jury duty, court subpoena, or voting). An
absence is considered unexcused when the appointee fails to notify the board, commission,
committee, or authority chair or staff liaison in advance, when the reason provided does not meet
the criteria for an excused absence, or when no reason is provided.
B. If any appointee incurs three (3) unexcused absences, the presiding officer of the respective
board, committee, commission, or authority shall report the absences to the Chair of the New
Hanover County Board of County Commissioners. At the discretion of the Chair of the New
Hanover County Board of County Commissioners, such unexcused absences may be deemed a
resignation from the appointed position.
C. Any appointee of a board, commission, committee, or authority may be removed, without cause,
by a majority vote of the New Hanover County Board of County Commissioners.
D. Upon resignation or removal, the New Hanover County Board of County Commissioners may
either select a replacement from applications received for the most recent vacancy or advertise
for new applications to fill the vacancy on the respective board, committee, commission, or
authority.
As amended and adopted: 12/15/2025
SECTION 3. REMOTE PARTICIPATION
A. While in -person attendance is the expectation for all county boards, committees, commissions,
or authorities, a virtual option may be provided only for appointees who must participate
remotely due to need. Only physically present appointees will count toward a quorum which is
the minimum number of appointees needed to conduct business. Remote appointees can
participate in discussion but cannot make motions, seconds, or vote.
B. Appointees are not permitted to participate remotely for 100% of meetings.
L Meetings must be in person with a majority of the membership present to establish
quorum.
ii. A private virtual link will be available only in emergencies and with approval from the
chair of the respective board, committee, commission, or authority, or their designee.
iii. Appointees may use the virtual link no more than three (3) times per year.
iv. Appointees will not be allowed to vote virtually.
C. For subcommittee meetings (where applicable):
L Subcommittee meetings must be scheduled at least two weeks in advance so staff can
publicize the meeting link.
ii. If a subcommittee meeting is to be held electronically, it must be arranged with the staff
liaison to ensure public access is available.
iii. A secure public link will be provided.
iv. Appointees will have a separate link from the public link.
D. These guidelines are intended to ensure compliance with county bylaws, open meeting law, and
best practices for transparency and efficiency.
SECTION 4. CONDUCT AND RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Appointees must follow all county policies governing the board, commission, committee, or
authority on which they serve.
B. Appointees must uphold the values and standards of decorum expected of county officials when
serving in their appointed capacity. This applies to meetings and to any other public settings
where they are acting in their official role.
C. Appointees must distinguish between personal views and the views of the board, commission,
committee, or authority. They may not represent or speak on behalf of the county in any forum,
including social media, unless authorized.
D. Appointees are expected to remain courteous and respectful in all official interactions.
SECTION S. CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
If an appointee believes they have a conflict of interest on a particular issue, the appointee must disclose
this during a public meeting. The disclosure should state the nature of the conflict, including any personal
or financial interest, whether direct or indirect, in the matter under consideration. The appointee must
then recuse themselves from voting on the issue.
SECTION 6. EMPLOYMENT RESTRICTIONS
An appointee is not eligible for employment in the agency or department they serve unless they resign
from their board, commission, committee, or authority seat at least thirty (30) days before being
considered. If the appointee is not selected to fill the vacancy, they are not eligible for reappointment to
that board, commission, committee, or authority.
SECTION 7. NEW HANOVER COUNTY COMMISSIONER REFERENCE MATERIALS
Each New Hanover County Commissioner will receive a binder listing all county appointments. The binder
will include the name of each board, commission, committee, or authority; a summary of its functions;
the statute or authority creating it; the number of members and term lengths; current members with
contact information, terms served, and expiration dates; and the regular meeting day, time, and location.
SECTION 8. PROCEDURES FOR FILLING VACANCIES
A. Notification of available appointments:
I. The clerk to the board will issue a news release announcing available positions and
application deadlines, which will be distributed to local media and posted on the county's
website and social media channels.
ii. At least thirty (30) days before a term expires, the clerk to the board will notify each
person eligible for reappointment and request confirmation of their interest, while those
not eligible will be notified with the reason.
iii. Individuals who are not reappointed, whether due to policy or other reasons, will receive
a Certificate of Appreciation for their service signed by the Chair of the New Hanover
County Board of County Commissioners.
B. Selection process:
i. All applications for a vacancy will be submitted to the clerk to the board, who will review
them for eligibility. The clerk to the board will then forward all applications to the New
Hanover County Board of County Commissioners, noting those that are ineligible and the
reasons. The clerk to the board will also place "Committee Appointments" on the agenda
for action at the New Hanover County Board of County Commissioners second monthly
meeting, or at the only meeting if just one is scheduled.
C. Notification of appointment:
I. The clerk to the board will prepare a notification letter for the appointee and send a copy
to the liaison of the affected board, commission, committee, or authority.
D. Applications:
I. All applications will be retained for eighteen (18) months, and applications for active
appointees will be kept on file.
ii. The clerk to the board will maintain this information for use by the New Hanover County
Board of County Commissioners; and appointees eligible for reappointment will be
required to submit an updated application.
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WHEREAS, pursuant to Chapter 58-72-20 of the North Carolina General Statutes, the
Board of County Commissioners conducts an annual review of public official bonds;
and
WHEREAS, said bonds have been reviewed by the County Attorney and found to be in
full force and to be in proper format.
NOW, THEREFORE, the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners does hereby
approve the Surety Bond for the Finance Officer, Sheriff, Register of Deeds, and Tax
Collector. This designation of approval is hereby incorporated within the respective
bond as if set out in its entirety on the face thereof.
ADOPTED this the 15 th day of December, 2025.
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Chair
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
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WHEREAS, New Hanover County owns certain real property Located at 104 N. 4t' Street
which is no Longer functional for governmental purposes; and
WHEREAS, the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners is desirous of declaring the
real property surplus and disposing of the property as authorized by North Carolina General
Statute (NCGS) 160A-ArticLe 12; and
WHEREAS, real property will be disposed of according to the procedures prescribed in
NCGS 160A-269 which authorizes the disposal of real property via negotiated offer,
advertisement, and upset bid; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners
as follows:
1. The real property located at 104 N &I Street is hereby declared to be surplus property.
2. The Chief Financial Officer's designated representative, pursuant to the provisions of
NCGS 160A-269, is hereby authorized to dispose of the real property by negotiated
offer, advertisement, and upset bid per NCGS 160A-Article 12.
3. When an offer is made, it will be brought before the New Hanover County Board of
Commissioners to accept which will initiate the required Right of First Refusal Period
and then the Upset Bid Period.
ADOPTED this the 15t' day of December, 2025.
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New Hanover County Monthly Collection Report for October 2025 Book � �LVI Pga-9-N-AA
Current Year 2025-2026
Real Estate
Personal Property
Motor Vehicles
Combined
Scroll/Bitted
$224,402,094.52
$
11,422,129.12
$
4,919,848.79
$ 240,744,072.43
Abatements
($5,492,301.99)
$
(24,412.73)
$
$ (5,516,714.72)
Adjustments
$96,900.09
$
62,716.31
$
$ 159,616.40
Total Taxes Charged
$
219,006,692.62
$
11,460,432.70
$
4,919,848.79,
$ 235,386,974.11
Collections to Date
$49,688,935.81
$
2,958,597.86
$
4,919,848.79
$ 57,567,382.46
*Refunds
$
246,383.96
$
11,995.98
$
$ 258,379.94
Write-off
$
162.44
$
1,167.92
$
$ 1,330.36
Outstanding Balance
$
169,563,978.33
$
8,512,662.90
$
$ 178,076,641.23
Collection Percentage
22.58%
25.72%
1
100.00%
24.35%
YTD Interest Collected
$
2,238.31
$
-
$
48,402.19
$ 50,640.50
I Totat2025-2026Collections YTD $ 57,359,643.02
Prior Years 2015-2024
Real Estate
Personal Property
Motor Vehicles
Combined
Scroll
$
1,373,275.69
$3,594,023.66
$
221.10
$ 4,967,520.45
Abatements
$
($15,739.75)
$
-
$ (15,739.75)
Adjustments
$
$0.00
$
-
$ -
Total Levy
$
1,373,275.69
$
3,578,283.91
$
221.10
$ 4,951,780.70
Collections to Date
$
268,775.71
$151,634.68
$
-
$ 420,410.39
*Refunds
$
28,240.67
$
70,274.68
$
-
$ 98,515.35
Write-off
$
33,441.00
$
511,011.37
$
221.10
$ 544,673.47
Outstanding Balance
$
1,099,299.65
$
2,985,912.54
$
-
$ 5,174,559.1331
YTD Interest Collected
$
44,629.23
$21,302.20
$
-
$ 65,931.43
Total Prior Year Collections YTD
387,826.47
Grand Total Alt Collections YTD 57,747,469.49
*Detailed information for Refunds can be found in the Tax Office
NEW HANOVER COUNTY
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New Hanover County Fire District Monthly Collection Report for October 2025 Book —ILL— PW
Current Year 2025-2026
Real Estate
Personal Property
Motor Vehicles
Combined
Scroll/Billed
$
20,828,270.55
$
1,193,911.11
$
457,668.51
$
22,479,850.17
Abatements
$
(375,157.04)
$
(3,303.54)
$
-
$
(378,460.58)
Adjustments
$
12,303.93
$
(1,029.82)
$
-
$
11,274.11
Total Taxes Charged
$
20,465,417.44
$
1,189,577.75
$
457,668.51
$
22,112,663.70
Collections to Date
$
4,667,892.44
$
307,079.81
$
457,668.51
$
5,432,640.76
*Refunds
$
1,489.95
$
9.50
$
-
$
1,499.45
Write-off
$
31.55
$
146.07
$
$
177.62
Outstanding Balance
$
15,798,983.40
$
882,361.37
$
$
16,681,344.77
Collection Percentage
22.80%
25.83%
100.00%
24.66%
YTD Interest Collected
$
286.50
$
-
$
3,783.18
$
4,069.68_
I TotaL2025-2026Collections YTD 5,435,210.99 I
Prior Years 2015-2024
Reat Estate
Personal Property
Motor Vehicles
Combined
Scroll
$
94,542.32
$
198,103.71
$
$
292,646.03
Abatements
$
-
$
20,147.40
$
$
20,147.40
Adjustments
$
-
$
145.93
$
$
145.93
Totat Levy
$
94,542.32
$
218,397.04
$
$
312,939.36
Collections to Date
$
16,292.69
$
24,767.95
$
$
41,060.64
*Refunds
$
-
$
19.97
$
$
19.97
Write-off
$
1,876.52
$
23,801.83
$
$
25,678.35
Outstanding Balance
$
76,373.11
$
169,847.23
$
$
297,577.04
YTD Interest Collected
$
3,219.23
$
1,179.46
$
$
4,398.69
Total Prior Year Collections YTD
$
45,459.33
Grand Total All Collections YTD
$
5,480,670.32
*Detailed information for Refunds can be found in the Tax Office
NEW HANOVER COUNTY
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New Hanover County Debt Service Monthly Collection Report for October 2025 Book XUV ! PW 1oi
Current Year 2025-2026
Real Estate
Personal Property
Motor Vehicles
Combined
Scroll/Billed
$8,372,498.78
$
449,996.99
$
222,461.15
$
9,044,956.92
Abatements
$
(204,798.05)
$
(957.51)
$
-
$
(205,755.56)
Adjustments
$
3,612.82
$
2,338.63
$
-
$
5,951.45
Total Taxes Charged
$
8,171,313.55
$
451,378.11
$
222,461.15
$
8,845,152.81
Collections to Date
$1,840,162.53
$
117,095.17
$
222,461.15
$
2,179,718.85
*Refunds
$
365.76
$
1.44
$
-
$
367.20
Write-off
$
6.53
$
44.15
$
-
$
50.68
Outstanding Balance
$
6,331,510.25
$
334,240.23
$
-
$
6,665,750.48
Collection Percentage
22.52%
25.95%
100.00%
24.64%
YTD Interest Collected
$
143.77
$
-
$
2,468.26
$
2,612.03
Totat 2025-2026 Collections YTD $ 2,181,%3.68
Prior Years 2015-2024
Real Estate
Personal Property
Motor Vehicles
Combined
Scroll
$103,055.32
$347,404.10
$ -
$
450,459.42
Abatements
$0.00
($1,008.93)
$ -
$
(1,008.93)
Adjustments
$0.00
$0.00
$ -
$
-
TotalLevy
$
103,055.32
$
346,395.17
$ -
$
449,450.49
Collections to Date
$16,868.31
$6,559.59
$ -
$
23,427.90
*Refunds
$
933.49
$
27.02
$ -
$
960.51
Write-off
$
78.30
$
0.41
$ -
$
78.71
Outstanding Balance
$
87,042.20
$
339,862.19
$ -
$
427,061.81
YTD Interest Collected
$3,887.20
$2,087.63
$ -
$
5,974.83
Total Prior Year Collections YTD
28,442.22
Grand Total Ali Collections YTD $ 2,210,406.90
* Detailed information for Refunds can be found in the Tax Office
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AGENDA: December 15, 2025
NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2026 BUDGET
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina, that the following
Budget Amendment(s) be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026.
Section 1: Details of Budget Amendment
Strategic Focus Area: Comaiu ity Safety and Well Being
Strategic Objective(s): Bum relationships & create opportunities that enhance engagement for a diverse comrnu ity.
Fund: General Fund
Denartment: Sheriff's Office
Expenditure.
Decrease
Increase
Total
BA 26-017 Salaries & fringe
$ -
$ 98,496
$ 98,496
BA 26-017 Supplies/Contracted ServlTraining
$ -
$ 21,800
$ 21,800
Total
$
is I2 96
$ 120,2%
Revenue:
Decrease
I increas 11
Total
BA 26-017 FY26 Governor's Crime Commission
$ -
1 $ 120,29611$
120,296
Total
$ -
1 $ 120,296
$
Prior to Actions
Today
Departmental Budget $ 95,130,5 23
Appropriated Fund Balance $ -
Total if Actions Taken
Is 95,250,819
Section 2: Explanation
BA 26-017 budgets funds received from the FY26 Governor's Highway Safety Program grant that will continue to fund salary
and fringe for the Forensic Lab chemist positions and related supplies and training. No county match required.
Section 3: Documentation of Adoption
This ordinance shall be effective upon its adoption.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina,
that the Ordinance for Budget Amendment(s) 26-017 amending the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30,
2026, is adopted.
Adopted, this 15th day of December, 2025.
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Kymlyleigh G. CrowetClerk to the Board
AGENDA: December 15, 2025
NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2026 BUDGET
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina, that the following
Budget Amendment(s) be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026.
Section l: Details of Budget Amendment
Strategic Focus Area: Conurnuiity Safety and Well Being
Strategic Objective(s): Build relationships & create opportunities that enhance engagement for a diverse convaut ty.
Fund: General Fund
Denartment: Sheriff's Office
Exaenditure:
Decrease
Increase
Total
BA 26-018 Supplies
$ -
$ 4,000
$ 4,000
Total
$ -
$ 4000
$ 4,000
Revenue:
Decrease
Increase 11
Total
BA 26-018 Joint Operating Payment System
$ -
$ 4,00011$
4,000
Total
$
1 $ 4,000
$ 4,000
Prior to Actions Total if Actions Taken
Today
Departmental Budget $ 95 130 5 Is 95134 523
Appropriated Fund Balance $ - $ -
Section 2: Explanation
BA 26-018 budgets funds received from the United States Secret Service Joint Operating Payment System (JOPS) that will be
used to purchase tools for cyber or digital evidence investigations to extract forensic data from devices like cell phones, tablets,
computers, etc.
Section 3: Documentation of Adoption
This ordinance shall be effective upon its adoption.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina,
that the Ordinance for Budget Amendment(s) 26-018 amending the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30,
2026, is adopted.
Adopted, this 15th day of December, 2025.
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KyrntUleigh G. Crowe Jerk to the Board
AGENDA: December 15, 2025
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2026 BUDGET
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina, that the following
Budget Amendment(s) be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026.
Section l: Details of Budget Amendment
Strategic Focus Area: Community Safety and Well Being
Strategic Objective(s): Build relationships & create opportunities that enhance engagement for a diverse cone unity.
Fund: General Fund
Denartment: Sheriff's Office
Expenditure:
Decrease
Increase
Total
BA 26-019 Overtime
$ -
$ 17,583
$ 17,583
Total
$
Is 17,583
$ 17,583
Revenue:
Decrease
I Increase 11
Total
BA 26-019 Misc Revenue
$
I $ 17,58311$
17,583
Total
$ -
$ 17,583
$ 17,583
Prior to Actions
Today
Departmental Budget $ 95130 523
Appropriated Fund Balance 1 $
Total if Actions Taken
$ 95 148106
Section 2: Explanation
BA 26-019 budgets overtime reimbursement from the FBI Task Force during July, August and September 2025.
Section 3: Documentation of Adoption
This ordinance shall be effective upon its adoption.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina,
that the Ordinance for Budget Amendment(s) 26-019 amending the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30,
2026, is adopted.
Adopted, this 15th day of December, 2025.
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Ky rleigh G. Crow , Clerk to the Board
AGENDA: December 15, 2025
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2026 BUDGET
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina, that the following
Budget Amendment(s) be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026,
Section 1: Details of Budget Amendment
Strategic Focus Area: Community Safety and Well Being
Strategic Objective(s): Effectively and Efficiently respond to public health and safety demands.
Fund: GENERAL FUND
Department: Information Technology
Total
BA 26-020 Information Technology $ - 1 $503,790.45 503,790
Total I $ - 1 $503,790.45 $503,790.45
Revenue:
Decrease
Increase 11
Total
BA 26-020 North Carolina 911 Board Grant
$ -
$503,790.45
$ 503,790
Total
$ -
$503,790.45
$503,790.45
Prior to Actions Total if Actions Taken
Today
pBudget141,628.00 $17,fi4418 45
Departmental
Section 2: Explanation
BA 26-020 budgets grant funds received from the North Carolina 911 Board. This grant provides partial funding for the
replacement of the County's Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system and applies specifically to the 911 portion of this
project. This upgrade will replace the outdated 1996 system, improving emergency response times and interagency
coordination. The balance of funding for this project is allocated in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget in the Emergency
Telephone System Fund and the General Fund. No County match is required and no new positions are being created.
Section 3: Documentation of Adoption
This ordinance shall be effective upon its adoption.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina,
that the Ordinance for Budget Amendment(s) 26-020 amending the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June
30, 2026, is adopted.
Adopted, this 15th day of December, 2025.
(SEAL)
Chair
ATTEST:
Ky erleigh G. Cr 1, Clerk to the Board
AGENDA: December 15, 2025
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2026 BUDGET
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina, that the following
Budget Amendment(s) be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026.
Section 1: Details of Budget Amendment
Strategic Focus Area: Community Safety and Well Being
Strategic Objective(s): Buhl relationships & create opportunities that enhance engagement for a diverse community.
Fund: Federal Forfeited Property
Department: Sheriffs Office
Expenditure:
Decrease
Increase
Total
BA 26-021 Supplies
$ -
$ 12,000
$ 12,000
BA 26-021 Training & Travel
$ -
$ 5,599
$ 5,599
Total
$ -
$ 17,599
$ 17,5"
Revenue:
Decrease
Increase
Total
BA 26-021 Federal Forfeited Property
$ -
$ 15,840
$ 15,840
BA 26-021 Interest Earnings
$ -
$ 1,759
$ 1,759
Total
$ -
$ 17,599
$ 17,599
Prior to
Total if Actions Taken
Actions Today
Departmental Budget 19 621 $ 212 220
Appropriated Fund Balance $ $
Section 2: Explanation
BA 26-021 budgets Federal Forfeited Property receipts dated 9/23/25, 9/24/25, 11/17/25 and interest earnings from July to
October 2025. Funds will be used for supplies and training for law enforcement purposes only.
Section 3: Documentation of Adoption
This ordinance shall be effective upon its adoption.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina,
that the Ordinance for Budget Amendment(s) 26-021 amending the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June
30, 2026, is adopted.
Adopted, this 15th day of December, 2025.
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Kyrryleigh G. Cr well, Clerk to the Board
AGENDA: December 15, 2025
NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2026 BUDGET
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina, that the following
Budget Amendment(s) be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026.
Section 1: Details of Budget Amendment
Strategic Focus Area: Community Safety and Well Being
Strategic Objective(s): Build relationships & create opportunities that enhance engagement for a diverse comet uray.
Fund: Controlled Substance Tax
Department! Sheriffs Office
Exaenditure.
Decrease
Increase
Total
BA 26-022 Supplies
$ -
1 $ 37,58411$
37,584
Total
$ -
$ 37,58411$
37,584
Revenue:
Decrease
Increase
Total
BA 26-022 Controlled Substance Tax
$ -
S 36,163
$ 36,163
BA 26-022 Interest Earnings
$ -
$ 1,421
$ 1,421
Total
$ -
I $ 37,584
$ 37,584
Prior to
Actions Today
Departmental Budget $ 168,501
Appropriated Fund Balance
Total if Actions Taken
$ 206,08
$ -
Section 2: Explanation
BA 26-022 budgets Controlled Substance Tax receipts dated 9/29/25 and 10/24/25 and interest earnings from July through
October 2025. Funds will be used for supplies and training for law enforcement purposes only.
Section 3: Documentation of Adoption
This ordinance shall be effective upon its adoption.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina,
that the Ordinance for Budget Amendment(s) 26-022 amending the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June
30, 2026, is adopted.
Adopted, this 15th day of December, 2025.
(SEAL)
Chair
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KyEbAlcigh G. Cr ell, Clerk to the Board
NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION
PURCHASE OF 31-FOOT FULL CABIN VESSEL
WHEREAS, the New Hanover County Sheriffs Office issued a solicitation to purchase 31-footfuU
cabin vessel; and
WHEREAS, formal bids were received and publicly opened onNovember 2O 2O25'at11:ODa.nn.;and
WHEREAS, three bidders submitted bids in response to the solicitation as detailed below:
|nventechMahne Solutions DBALife Proof Boats $651.941
NmvieUiBoat Builders $565000 (33-footVVarthos)
Silver Ships $699,279
WHEREAS, the bid from Novielle Boat Builders was deemed non -responsive because it differed from
the specifications in the Request for Bids. The bid did not list at least three government agencies using
this same boat and it was determined that the requested boat had not been previously built by
Novielle; and
WHEREAS, Life Proof Boats, the next lowest bidder, submitted specifications that met the
requirements and provided aprice of$651.941;and
WHEREAS, the Sheriff's Office has received a 2O26Port Security Grant inthe amount of$465,363for
the purchase of the 31 -foot vessel which the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners accepted
atits November 17,2O25'meeting. The remaining $186'57Uisavailable inthe Sheriffs existing capital
budget.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED bythe New Hanover County Board of Commissioners that the
award of bid and contract is made to |nventech Marine Solutions, LL[ DB4 Life Proof Boats for the
purchase of 314bot full cabin vessel in the amount of$651'941 is approved and County staff
are directed toprocess any required documents tocomplete the transaction.
ADOPTED this 15mday ofDecember, 2O25.
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Kolberleigh G.qrowen, Clerk to the Board
AGENDA: December 15, 2025
NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2026 BUDGET
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina, that the following
Budget Amendment(s) be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026.
Section 1: Details of Budget Amendment
Strategic Focus Area: Community Safety and Well Being
Strategic Objective(s): Build relationships & create opportunities that enhance engagement for a diverse comnnanity.
Fund- RPVPnnP Ctahilization Fnnd
Expenditure:
Decrease
Increase
Total
BA 26-023 Capital Outlay- Western Bank Property
$ -
$ 2,240,000
$ 2,240,000
Total
$ -
$ 2,240,000
$ 2,240 000
Revenue:
Decrease
Increase
Total
BA 26-023 Fund Balance
$
1 $ 2,240,000
$ 2,240,000
Total
$
1 $ 2,240,000
$ 2,240,000
Department Budget
Appropriated Fund Balance
Prior to Actions Today
$ 7.086,
$
Total if Actions Taken
,240 0
Section 2: Explanation
BA 26-023 amends the budget to fund the acquisition and preservations of 28.55 acres of land on the western bank of the
Cape Fear River. The property to be purchased with the corpus of the Revenue Stabilization Fund, with the intent, subject to
annual appropriation, that the County's General Fund will reimburse the fund over ten years in annual payments of $266,130,
which includes a market interest rate of 3.85%
Section 3: Documentation of Adoption
This ordinance shall be effective upon its adoption.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina,
that the Ordinance for Budget Amendment(s) amending the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026,
is adopted.
Adopted, this 15th day of December, 2025.
Chair
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b rlcigh G. Crovio, Clerk to the Board
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JC MORGAN Book AXI_ page -22..L-
REAL ESTATE VALUATION I REVIEW I CONSULTING
December 15, 2025
New Hanover County
Board of Commissioners
230 Government Center Drive
Suite 175
Wilmington, NC 28403
Re: Special Use Permit Request (S25-06)
Standard Technologies
34.7± Acres Located at 4901 Las Tortugas Drive
New Hanover County, NC
JC Morgan Company is a real estate appraisal and consulting firm based in Wilmington, NC. Since
2010, our firm has appraised and consulted on hundreds of properties throughout North
Carolina. The property types we appraise and provide consulting services for include land,
residential, retail, office, special use, multi -family, industrial, mixed -use and more. Our client
base generally consists of banks, various government agencies, airport authorities, attorneys,
utility companies and property owners.
I was recently engaged by the applicant to perform research and analysis that would enable me
to conclude an opinion as to Item 3 of the applicants' Special Use Permit application. Item 3
states:
The use will not substantially injure the value of adjoining or abutting property, or that the use is
a public necessity.
To develop an opinion for this requirement, I reviewed the characteristics of the proposed
project, then reviewed comparable scenarios to determine if valuation impacts were evident.
Lumina Station
1904 Eastwood Road - Suite 305 - Wilmington, NC - 28403
PO Box 481 - Wrightsville Beach, NC - 28480
Tel: 910-256-2920
www.jcmorganco.com
Some of the key characteristics of the proposed project are as follows:
(1) The property's only access is through the Island Park Industrial Park, by way of Barbados
Drive and Las Tortugas Drive and not from any residential zoning district. its current
zoning and proximity to existing commercial uses suggests it is less likely the property
would be developed with a residential use.
(2) The nature of the business and operations at the proposed facility will occur inside the
After reviewing the physical characteristics of the project, I then reviewed similar situations
within the County to determine if there was any discernible impact on adjoining or adjacent
property values. A sample of the scenarios I reviewed are as follows:
(1) The River Bluffs residential subdivision is adjacent to and basically surrounded by the GE
Aerospace facility to the north (1-2 zoning). The sales prices of the homes that are adjacent
to the GE facility property line were compared to other homes throughout the
subdivision. No difference in prices was observed. The closest GE building to the
residential property lines is just over 500'.
(2) The Northchase Commerce Park, located off N. College Road, has a mix of residential and
industrial property types. Two residential areas in this park and their proximity to the
commercial and industrial uses were reviewed. The Lauren Place townhomes that back
up to industrial buildings approximately 100' to 125' from the townhouse buildings had
inconsistent pricing indications. The single-family detached homes in Dominion Place at
Northchase, that are 400' to 575' from the larger industrial buildings, indicated no price
difference than those SFRs that did not back up to the industrial buildings.
(3) The Parsons Mill residential subdivision is adjacent to the New Hanover Regional Juvenile
Detention Center (1-2 zoning). Several homes are adjacent to and within close proximity
to the detention center facility (200'). The sales prices of the homes that are adjacent to
the detention center property line were compared to other homes throughout the
subdivision. The homes that were adjacent to the detention center had lower prices, by
approximately 4% to 7% on average. A price difference for the properties adjacent to the
detention facility when compared to those similar houses not adjacent to the facility, is
not surprising. The detention center is a much more intense property use than the
proposed project. However, it is referenced primarily because it has an 1-2 zoning
classification (which is more intense than the subject's zoning) and to show the degree of
impact on prices for a use that is considered much more extreme than the proposed use.
Other comparable situations were reviewed near Dutch Square Industrial Park, Judges Road
Industrial Park and other Industrial and Airport Commerce zoning districts. None suggested any
evidence that would correlate to the proposed project having a negative impact on the adjacent
or adjoining properties.
Based on my research and the data that I reviewed, it is determined that the proposed project,
as described within the Special Use Permit Application, would not substantially injure the value
of adjoining or abutting properties.
Should you have any questions, or want to discuss this matter further, please do not hesitate to
contact me.
Sincerely,
Jack C. (Cal) Morgan, 111, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS
JC Morgan Company
APPRAISERS PROFESSIONAL PROFILE & QUALIFICATIONS
Jack C. (Cal) Morgan III, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS has over 20 years of experience in real estate
appraisal, development/construction and investment analysis.
Real estate valuation experience includes a range of applications including market
value appraisals, appraisal review, litigation support/expert witness, tax appeals,
equitable distribution, eminent domain, estate planning and various consulting
assignments.
Clientele consists of national, regional and local financial institutions, various federal,
JACK (CAL) MORGAN III
state and local government agencies, various sized corporations, private financiers,
MAI, SRA, al GRS
individual investors, property owners and law firms. A sample of assignments and
Owner/President
properties appraised include the following:
• Land * Subdivisions * Complex Residential
JC Morgan Company
Lumina Station
• Office • Marinas • Restaurants
1904 Eastwood Road
• Retail * Religious Facilities/Schools * Self -Storage Facilities
Suite 305
* Industrial • Hotels/Motels • Eminent Domain
Wilmington, NC 28403
• Multi -Family * Mobile Home Parks * Air Rights
* Mixed Use * Easements * Appraisal Review
T 910.256.2920
Professional Affiliations
f, IM:u:xMSG :urc; .u.° a
Appraisal Institute (MAI, SRA, AI-GRS)
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RCASENC— Realtors Commercial Alliance of SE North Carolina
Wilmington Regional Association of Realtors
Professional Certifications & Licenses
NC Certified General Real Estate Appraiser (A6988)
SC Certified General Real Estate Appraiser (5130)
FL Certified General Real Estate Appraiser (RZ4568)
CT Certified General Real Estate Appraiser (RCG.0001815)
NCDOT Approved Appraiser
Education
College of Charleston, SC
Bachelor of Science — Business Administration
Specialized Topic Education & Seminars from the following:
Appraisal Institute, International Right -of -Way Association (IRWA), CCIM,
Urban Land Institute (ULI), Lincoln Institute of Land Policy
Boards & Commissions
NC Appraisal Board; Member 2020 - Current
NC Property Tax Commission; Property Tax Commissioner; 2013-2017
City of Wilmington; Zoning Board of Adjustment; 2011-2021
Exoerk Witness
Superior Court
NC Property Tax Commission
US Federal Bankruptcy Court