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At a final public forum, residents discussed Emerald Isle’s proposal for a police drone and license plate reader cameras. Commissioners are expected to continue the discussion Nov. 10.
A new $500,000 state grant brings commitments toward the proposed waterfront park to $1.7 million; acquisition and boundaries still depend on reviews.
Duke Energy’s grant will expand the Carteret Education Foundation fund for disaster and crisis response for students and families.
A state public-health mini-grant will help Carteret County distribute 130 child safety seats and keep local technicians certified.
Carteret County has banked 7,998 early votes, up 1,779 from the previous update. Site totals reconcile; all figures remain unofficial until canvass.
The city’s agenda center now lists the regular meeting agenda and an action agenda for October 13.
The county says the appointment took effect October 1, with a transition through year’s end.
The county says Assistant County Manager Matt Reynal will take the interim role November 2.
Residents, property owners, and business owners can respond to a city survey for the FY2027–28 budget.