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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Wayne County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance Amendment
The board enacted new rules requiring all new home construction in FEMA X zones (shaded and unshaded) to be elevated at least two feet above the highest adjacent grade, enhancing flood resilience outside traditional floodplains.
Water Conservation
Wayne County is asking folks to voluntarily cut back on water use right now. Doing a little bit today helps us dodge mandatory limits later on.
Wayne Community College Hangar Lease at Executive Jetport
The county awarded engineering and planning services for the airport to Ardurra to support ongoing grants and facility improvements.
I-42 Naming in Honor of Jack Best
The county approved a resolution asking the state to name a stretch of I-42 after late former commissioner and transportation advocate Jack Best.
Jeffreys Building Parking Lot Fence Removal
Commissioners debated the fate of a security fence at the Jeffreys building parking lot, ultimately voting to remove and repurpose it.
Rural Transportation Planning Organization (RPO) Formation
The county approved joining a new Rural Transportation Planning Organization for Duplin, Greene, Lenoir, and Wayne counties with NCDOT. Existing county planning staff will handle administrative duties in-house without needing extra hires.
Zoning Map Amendment Z-26-01 (Brogden Township)
A public hearing was held on rezoning 18.61 acres from residential/shopping to Light Industry to accommodate an existing fabrication shop and future compatible uses.