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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Currituck County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
FBLA leadership conference trip to Washington DC
Students from Currituck County High and JP Knapp will attend the FBLA Fall Leadership Conference in Washington DC, November 4-7, traveling by Amtrak.
Poplar Branch boat access oversight
A new commission — with five resident members and Commissioner Payment as the board's liaison — will oversee the Poplar Branch boat access facility.
Currituck Education Foundation Teacher Store
The teacher store opened for beginning teachers this week and to all staff next week, offering free classroom supplies funded by community donations and a Currituck BBQ fundraiser.
Superintendent of the Year Recognition
Dr. Matt Lutz was named Northeast Region Superintendent of the Year by the 19 superintendents of Northeast RESA and advances to state competition this fall.
Kamstrup Water Meter Purchase
A sole-source purchase of Kamstrup water metering equipment from Fortiline Waterworks was on the agenda for county water system operations.
Resubmittal rules for denied applications
A state-law cleanup removes waiting periods for re-filing denied or withdrawn development applications; big changes are still required before a denied case can be heard again.
Opioid advisory appointments
Brenda Thacker and Dr. Dan Bergey joined the Opioid Advisory Board, guiding how the county uses opioid settlement funds.
Exemption for county-owned minor utilities
The county wants its own small water and sewer pump stations exempt from setback, parking and landscaping rules so it can build them on tight highway easements, including one across from the high school. The board recommended approval 4-0.
New Library Director position
The county created and approved a job description for a Library Director position through the consent agenda.
Transfer station permit process text amendment
The county sponsored a text amendment changing the required permit process for public convenience center/transfer station sites, approved through the consent agenda.