A Staff Report
Bladenboro, NC – On November 13, 2023, the Bladenboro Town Hall will host its regular board meeting at 6:00 PM. The meeting has several key agenda items, including a public hearing on the Bladenboro Zoning Ordinance update, the swearing-in of the new Town Administrator/Finance Officer, Shanelle B. Harris, and discussions on various important matters. Let’s dive into the agenda’s highlights of the meeting.
Meeting Called to Order
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Public Hearing – Bladenboro Zoning Ordinance Update
Open Forum
An open forum allowed members of the public to voice their opinions on various topics, ensuring that community voices were heard and considered by the town board.
Approval of Agenda
Consent Agenda
a) Approval of Minutes
b) Approval of Department Reports
c) Budget Amendments 4-7
Old Business
New Business
The meeting has several significant items under new business, including:
- Swearing in of New Town Administrator/Finance Officer Shanelle B. Harris: A new town administrator and finance officer, Shanelle B. Harris, will be sworn in, marking an important milestone for Bladenboro.
- Adding Town Administrator to Bank Accounts: A move to add the Town Administrator to the town’s bank accounts will be discussed, streamlining financial management.
- Bladenboro Zoning Ordinance: The update to the Bladenboro Zoning Ordinance will be deliberated, with the potential to shape the town’s future growth.
- Grant Project Ordinance: Capital Improvement Grant: A grant project ordinance related to capital improvements is on the agenda, highlighting the town’s efforts to secure funding for essential projects.
- Benefits Administrator Discussion: Discussions surrounding the town’s benefits administrator will be held, with a focus on employee benefits and welfare.
Town Administrator’s Report
Memoranda and Matters of Interest
Closed Session and Adjournment
*the agenda recap was read as a past tense report when first published.