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[June 20, 2023] — It appears that misinformation is being circulated related to last night’s county budget vote. Apparently, there is a rumor circulating that the proposed budget considered last night had a different proposed tax rate than the budget that was presented on May 15 and for which the public hearing was held on June 5. That rumor is false. The process of developing our county budget is one that plays out over many…
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[JUNE 19, 2023] Statement by Commissioner Frank Williams: “Tonight, the Brunswick County Board of Commissioners approved a fiscally responsible budget that focuses resources on our key priorities, including public safety, education, and water and sewer infrastructure, while meeting our unfunded state and federal mandates and dealing with cost increases due to inflation. In response to the increase in property values, we lowered the tax rate from .4850 to .3420, very close to revenue neutral. In…
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The Brunswick County Board of Commissioners unanimously appointed Brian Chism as Sheriff of Brunswick County at its May 1 meeting. Sheriff Chism fills the seat vacated by former Sheriff John Ingram, who retired effective April 30. Sheriff Chism was sworn in by Senior Resident Superior Court Judge Jason Disbrow immediately following his appointment. Click here to read more about Sheriff Chism’s background. Related Articles:
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BOLIVIA, N.C. – The Brunswick County Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted a resolution (linked here) authored by Commissioner Frank Williams opposing the use of private money elections at its regular meeting on Monday, March 20, 2023. Commissioner Mike Forte also assisted with development of the resolution. “The integrity of our elections is fundamental to the survival of our republic, and the influence of private money from groups with partisan motives on either side of the…
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Brunswick County Commissioner Frank Williams is among fifty-five civic and community leaders from across the state have been accepted to form the 2022-2023 class for Leadership North Carolina, the state’s premier leadership engagement program. “I strongly believe leaders should continually strive to increase their knowledge and improve their skills,” said Williams. “I’m honored to be part of Leadership North Carolina’s 30th class, and I look forward to connecting with my classmates in the coming months.” No…
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