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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Brunswick County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
School Board Election
Voters in Brunswick County are gearing up for the 2026 school board elections and need to know where candidates stand on key classroom issues. This election will shape local education policies and directly impact what happens in your kids' schools.
Creation of Brunswick County Cemetery Committee
Residents and historical society members urged the county to adopt stronger protections for unmarked and historic cemeteries against encroaching development. The board subsequently approved a new cemetery protection ordinance and directed staff to explore an overlay district.
Law Enforcement Investigation
A Brunswick County sheriff's deputy is under investigation by the SBI for illegally using automated license plate scanners. This situation highlights major concerns about police oversight and how your personal travel data is being monitored.
Urban Agriculture
Brunswick County towns are debating whether to change their rules to let residents raise backyard chickens. If passed, it means fresh eggs right from home for anyone willing to tend a coop.
Rural Health Initiative Grant
A presentation was scheduled on the Rural Health Initiative Grant, which could bring funding for health services in rural parts of the county.
Adult daycare daily reimbursement rate
The board was scheduled to consider the daily reimbursement rate for adult daycare services, which affects what families pay and what providers receive. No outcome is on record.
Rising Cost of eBooks and Digital Materials
Public libraries are paying more and more for eBooks and digital materials. The board is working with library partners and state legislators to push for more sustainable pricing models.
Wildfire Response
A fast-moving wildfire near Shallotte is only 10% contained, meaning local businesses are already taking hits and evacuations might be just around the corner. If you live or work nearby, you need to stay glued to your local alerts for sudden road closures and safety updates.
Town Planning
Brunswick County is rolling out new town planning maps, and if you want to know where the next wave of construction is heading, you'll want to take a look. These updates outline upcoming residential and commercial growth across the area.
City Manager Appointment
Boiling Spring Lakes just got a new city manager by hiring the former planning director from Oak Island to run the daily operations of the local government.
Opposition to Data Center Development
Residents and commissioners voiced strong opposition to potential data center projects, raising concerns about excessive water usage, high electricity consumption, noise, and low job creation.
Rapid Growth and Evacuation Concerns
Residents expressed alarm over rapid residential development straining two-lane evacuation routes and overwhelming local infrastructure during emergencies like wildfires.