Oak Island Bridge to Undergo Rehabilitation Work Starting in September

The North Carolina Department of Transportation has scheduled a bridge rehabilitation project for the G.V. Barbee Bridge (Old Oak Island Bridge) over the Intracoastal Waterway beginning in September and continuing through May 2019. This rehabilitation work includes replacing the existing girders on 27 spans, and installing a new riding deck, and barrier rail. The project…

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Next Monday’s Proposed Vote on a Resolution Regarding Offshore Energy Exploration

As you know, at the Brunswick County Board of Commissioners’ February 19, 2018 meeting I voted to rescind a previously adopted resolution that supported offshore energy exploration, moving our board to a neutral stance. Please allow me this opportunity to share my thoughts in advance of Monday’s meeting. There are essentially three types of resolutions…

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Commissioner Williams Represents Brunswick County at National Association of Counties Legislative Conference

Brunswick County Board of Commissioners Chairman Frank Williams represented Brunswick County at the recent National Association of Counties (NaCo) Legislative Conference in Washington, D.C. “This conference provided an excellent opportunity to learn from county leaders from across the nation, secure face time with Congressman Rouzer and key legislative staffers who represent us on Capital Hill,…

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Comments on the Brunswick County Fire Commission

Last August, the Brunswick County Board of Commissioners appointed members to the newly-formed Brunswick County Fire Commission (click here for info). As this article from the State Port Pilot and this article from the Star-News reveal, the Fire Commission has become somewhat contentious.   I recently signed a letter on behalf of the Board of…

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Williams Re-Elected Chairman of Cape Fear Rural Planning Organization Transportation Advisory Committee

MARCH 15, 2018 — The Cape Fear Rural Transportation Planning Organization (RPO) Transportation Advisory Committee (RTAC) elected officers for 2018 at its February 16 meeting.  Brunswick County Commissioner Frank Williams was unanimously re-elected Chair and Whiteville Mayor Terry Mann was unanimously re-elected Vice Chair. The Cape Fear RPO covers Brunswick, Columbus and Pender Counties and…

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Low-Pressure Reverse Osmosis Pilot Unit Arrives at Northwest Water Treatment Plant

February 15, 2018 — Brunswick County Public Utilities and CDM Smith are proceeding with plans to test the effectiveness of a Low-Pressure Reverse Osmosis (LPRO) treatment system at the Northwest Water Treatment Plant, with the delivery of a scaled-down pilot system earlier this month.   Brunswick County continues to make rapid progress on evaluating treatment…

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Repairs Require Lane Closures on Holden Beach Bridge in Brunswick County

Drivers on the Holden Beach Bridge over the Intracoastal Waterway should expect to encounter intermittent lane closures beginning Tuesday, Jan. 9. The closure is needed so Department of Transportation crews can safely repair concrete erosion that was discovered during a recent inspection.  The closures will be in place from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. each…

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Brunswick County Schools, Government Offices Closed Wednesday; Tax Payment Options

Brunswick County Schools Due to the anticipated inclement weather and to ensure the safety of our students and staff, Brunswick County Schools will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, January 3, 2018. Notification regarding future delays or closures will be made by 5 p.m. on Wednesday.   Brunswick County Government Brunswick County government offices will be closed…

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TAKE ACTION: NC Department of Insurance Accepting Public Comments on Proposed Rate Increase Until Dec. 29

Citizens have until Friday, Dec. 29 to submit public comments to the N.C. Department of Insurance regarding a notice from the N.C. Rate Bureau asking for an increase in homeowners insurance rates. Click here to read a letter signed by all five Brunswick County Commissioners opposing the increase. While the average statewide requested increase is…

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Bill Early to lead economic development efforts in Brunswick County

William S. “Bill” Early, an experienced economic development leader with 29 years of experience in North Carolina, has been tapped as the executive director of Brunswick Business & Industry Development (BBID). Earlier this year, Brunswick County Commissioners voted to contract with BBID to handle the county’s industry recruitment efforts following the announcement by Mike Hargett,…

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