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Commissioner (District 1)· 2022-12-05 - 2026-12-07

Randy Thompson

Brunswick County

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At a glance

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Term ending Dec 7, 2026.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
18
Total speaking time
4:27:01
Avg per meeting
14:50
Segments
2728

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Top issues during term (20)

high↓Sep 2026[11]

Flock Safety Automated License Plate Reader Cameras

Procurement of planned surveillance technology expansions is temporarily suspended.

high↓Jun 2026[10]

Village at Town Creek Planned Development (PD-181)

Private capital investment for housing construction and road safety improvements.

medium↓Aug 2026[10]

Creation of Brunswick County Cemetery Committee

Minimal fiscal impact, primarily involving staff time for mapping and enforcement.

high↑Oct 2026[10]

Absentee ballot review

Zero direct hit to your wallet, though local elections shape where your tax dollars actually go.

critical↓Jan 2026[9]

Cumulative Flooding and Stormwater Management

Could increase upfront development costs but reduce long-term public drainage repair expenses.

high↓Jan 2026[9]

Volunteer Fire Department Contract Negotiations

Involves millions in potential county subsidies and funding support for volunteer fire departments.

critical↓Jan 2026[8]

Wastewater Treatment Capacity and State Allocation Rules

Affects infrastructure development timelines and utility capital projects.

critical↓May 2026[8]

Fiscal Year 2027 County Budget Adoption

Balances at $324 million in general fund revenues and expenditures with no property tax rate increase.

high↓May 2026[7]

UDO Text Amendments and State Law Compliance (HB 1222)

Administrative costs associated with updating county codes and processing reviews.

high↓Jun 2026[7]

Highway 211 Corridor Commercial Rezoning (Summerlin Commercial)

Increases local property tax values and commercial investment potential.

high↓Apr 2026[6]

Open Burning Regulations and State Authority

Potential future costs if local monitoring or air quality programs are established.

medium↑Mar 2025[6]

clean water access

Upgrading and securing safe water infrastructure could mean higher utility investments down the line, but it prevents costly health and filtration expenses for households.

high↓Aug 2026[6]

Traffic Congestion and Road Safety

Increased wear on local roadways and potential emergency response delays.

critical↓Jul 2026[6]

Severe Drought and Water Shortage Restrictions

Potential savings or revenue opportunities if treated wastewater is successfully permitted for commercial use.

high↓Sep 2026[5]

Tidebourne Landing Planned Development (PD-176)

Private investment by the developer covering infrastructure, road improvements, and utility connections.

high↓Aug 2026[5]

School Capacity and Rapid Population Growth

Property values might climb, but taxpayers will likely foot the bill for new schools, roads, and infrastructure to keep up with the influx.

high↓Sep 2026[5]

State Legislative Goals for Infrastructure and Growth

Potential state funding relief for local infrastructure projects.

medium↑Jun 2025[5]

official misconduct

While no direct taxpayer costs have been announced yet, political scandals often lead to expensive legal battles and administrative delays.

high↓Aug 2026[5]

Rezoning Case Z-938 (Sunset Beach ETJ Removal)

Establishes commercial development rights for the 2.65-acre parcel.

critical↓Apr 2026[3]

Fire Fee Funding and Committee Structure

Will increase maximum allowable fire fees for property owners if approved by the General Assembly.

Decisions during term (409)

Recorded while Thompson was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.

approved5-0Oct 19, 2026

Consent Agenda Approval

approved5-0Oct 19, 2026

Rezoning Case Z-945 Approval

approvedVoted no4-1Oct 19, 2026

UDO Text Amendments Related to HB 1222

approved5-0Oct 19, 2026

Hydrant Bulk Water Rate Revisions and Fees

approved4-1Oct 19, 2026

GHSP Traffic Unit Grant Award

approved5-0Oct 19, 2026

AXON Equipment Purchase Authorization

approved5-0Oct 19, 2026

Administration - NC Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Agreement Amendment

approved5-0Oct 19, 2026

Clerk to the Board - Meeting Minutes October 5, 2026, Regular Meeting Minutes

approved5-0Oct 19, 2026

County Attorney - Cedar Hill Landing, Phase M Deed of Dedication

approved5-0Oct 19, 2026

Finance - Fiscal Items

approved5-0Oct 19, 2026

Utilities - Carolina Environmental Systems, Inc. Contract for F550 Purchase

tabledOct 19, 2026

Utilities - (John Nichols) Updates to Water Shortage Response Plan and Water Emergency Ordinance

approved5-0Oct 19, 2026

Clerk to the Board - Request the Board enter Closed Session Pursuant to N.C.G.S. 143-318.11(a)(1), (3), and (5) to Approve Closed Session Minutes of September 21, 2026, Consult with its Attorney in Order to Preserve the Attorney-Client…

approved5-0Oct 12, 2026

Rezoning Case Z-942 Recommendation

approved5-0Oct 12, 2026

Rezoning Case Z-948 Recommendation

approved5-0Oct 12, 2026

Rezoning Case Z-949CZ Recommendation

approved5-0Oct 12, 2026

Southport Cove Major Subdivision SS-294 Approval

approved5-0Oct 12, 2026

Carroll Tract Planned Development PD-188 Approval

approved4-0Oct 12, 2026

South Cape Planned Development PD-178 Approval

approvedOct 12, 2026

September 14, 2026 Planning Board Minutes

Voting record (16)

12 yes4 no

Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.

Voted noOct 19, 2026

UDO Text Amendments Related to HB 1222

Expressed opposition regarding the quasi-judicial hearing provisions mandated by state law.

Voted yesSep 21, 2026

Approval of Rezoning Case Z-941 Appeal Request

Voted yesSep 21, 2026

Overturn Staff Decision on Pointe Grand Long Beach Stormwater Permit

Cited potential inadequacies in the stormwater flow study based on physical site conditions.

Voted yesSep 21, 2026

Pause ALPR Procurement and Direct Administrative Review

Voted noSep 21, 2026

Letter of Support for Novant Health Bed Expansion

Voted yesSep 8, 2026

Fire Fee Agreed-Upon Procedures Agreement

Voted yesSep 8, 2026

Table Modification to Public Comment and Public Hearing Policies

Voted yesAug 17, 2026

Rezoning Case Z-936 Approval

Voted yesAug 17, 2026

Rezoning Case Z-938 Approval

Voted yesAug 17, 2026

Special Use Permit Case 26-12S - Salty Paws Dog Daycare Approval

Voted noJun 15, 2026

Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Ordinance, Fees, Capital Improvement Plan, and Opioid Settlement Fund Resolution

Expressed concerns regarding wastewater capital outlay and funding for future development infrastructure.

Voted noApr 6, 2026

Deeds of Dedication for Water and Sewer Infrastructure

Voted to deny the infrastructure dedications due to capacity and regulatory concerns.

Voted yesApr 6, 2026

Motion to Request Planning Board Member Resignation

Brought the motion forward requesting the member's resignation.

Voted yesMar 16, 2026

Commissioner Sykes made the motion to approve the medical plan through the NCHIP with the removal weight loss GLP-1 medication, authorized the County Manager to sign the associated documents and sched

Voted yesMar 16, 2026

Renewal of NCHIP Medical Plan and Removal of Weight-Loss GLP-1 Coverage

Voted yesMar 2, 2026

Motion to Restrict Planning Board Applications

Wanted to halt additional project reviews to prevent adding to approved lot numbers while DEQ wastewater issues are pending.