(GDN) – Big things are happening in Downtown Goldsboro. Thursday afternoon, Goldsboro’s Downtown Development Office hosted several state legislators, dignitaries and developers who highlighted the latest projects for the downtown area. Rep. John Bell of Wayne County praised the General Assembly’s effort to expand the Historic Preservation Tax Credit through 2030 as part of the…… read more »
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Extended State Historic Preservation Tax Credits Aid Downtown Project (PHOTOS)
Wayne County Awarded $750,000 For Neighborhood Revitalization
Wayne County has been awarded $750,000 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for the Neighborhood Revitalization Program. Commissioner Antonio Williams made a motion to apply for the grant during the October 5, 2021 meeting of the Wayne County Board of Commissioners after hearing of problems in the Dudley area. CDBG Neighborhood Revitalization funds are…… read more »
Kenny Talton Named Goldsboro Planning Director
The City of Goldsboro has selected Kenny Talton as the new director of the Planning Department. Talton has served as interim director since September. The new position is effective as of Dec. 15. His salary is $83,211.72. “I look forward to Mr. Talton’s continued leadership of the Planning Department,” said City Manager Tim Salmon. “I…… read more »
Rep. Bell Named 2021 “Jobs Champion” By NC Chamber
– From the Office of Rep. John Bell – The NC Chamber has named Majority Leader John Bell (R-Wayne, Johnston, Greene) a 2021 Jobs Champion in its annual How They Voted report for his strong pro-jobs voting record. This comes as just last week The NC FreeEnterpise Foundation (NCFREE) also recognized Leader Bell with one…… read more »
Finance Position Will Help Assist In Register Of Deeds Office
(GDN) – Assistance is coming for the Wayne County Register of Deeds Office. Register of Deeds Constance Coram appeared before the Wayne County Commissioners last week. She first apologized for her actions at the November 2nd county board meeting. Coram says her office is going to need the county’s board’s help and patience as new…… read more »
Minshew To Accept Judicial Appointment, Radford To Serve As Clerk
On Friday, December 3, 2021, Governor Roy Cooper announced the appointment of Justin L. Minshew as District Court Judge for the 8th Judicial District, to fill the seat formerly held by the Honorable Ericka James. Justin Minshew currently serves as the Clerk of Superior Court in Wayne County, a position he has held since August…… read more »
Commissioners Vote To Close Fremont Library
(GDN) — A library in northern Wayne County is closing. Tuesday, the Wayne County Board of Commissioners voted to permanently close the Fremont Library. Fremont Town Administrator Tony Howell addressed the potential closure at Tuesday’s meeting. He was concerned northern county residents could be left out if a new library was built in the Buck…… read more »
Daughtery Elected New County Board Chair
(GDN) — There’s new leadership on the Wayne County Board of Commissioners. As is tradition at the end of the year, the Wayne County Commissioners voted on the board’s new chair and vice-chair. District 6 Commissioner Joe Daughtery was named the new Chairman of the Board on a 5-2 vote. Daughtery thanked his fellow commissioners…… read more »
More Water & Sewer Rate Hikes Recommended For Goldsboro
(GDN) — Once again, the City of Goldsboro is having to consider a potential water and sewer rate increase for its residents. Dave Hyder of Stantec presented the new water and sewer rate study at Monday’s Goldsboro City Council meeting. Hyder says the study shows the city would need: A 15% increase in the rates…… read more »
City Manager Talks Recent Employee Resignations
(GDN) — How come Goldsboro’s department heads appear to keep heading for greener pastures? With several high-profile departures from the city in recent weeks and months, Goldsboro City Manager Tim Salmon addressed the rash of employee resignations and what is being done to stop the turnover at the last city council meeting. Salmon noted resignations…… read more »
