Planning Board Update — December 17, 2024The Planning Board took up the matter of rezoning some 30+ acres of commercially zoned/planned property along River Road adjacent to…Dec 18, 2024Dec 18, 2024
Planning Board Meeting Agenda— December 17, 2024The agenda for the Planning Board meeting of December 17, 2024 is now available on line. The meeting begins at 6PM at Town Hall.Dec 11, 2024Dec 11, 2024
America and the American PeopleAs many folks know nearly a decade ago (see earlier posts) I was honored to be able to be involved in blanket and coat drives that helped…Dec 9, 2024Dec 9, 2024
Strengthening Cybersecurity: Why Local Governments Must Invest in IT InfrastructureIn today’s interconnected world, where digital systems are integral to almost every aspect of governance, cybersecurity has emerged as a…May 14, 2024May 14, 2024
How Development Agreements are Used in North CarolinaIn North Carolina, developer agreements serve as vital instruments for local governments, fostering collaboration between municipalities…May 3, 2024May 3, 2024
Recall Elections Are Folly and Undermine DemocracyRecall elections, while seemingly democratic in nature, can significantly undermine the very principles they claim to uphold. At first…May 1, 2024May 1, 2024
Next Budget — Leland Must Do BetterWhile unable to attend the Leland Town Council budget work session in person on April 9, I did watch via the Town’s YouTube channel to see…Apr 10, 2024Apr 10, 2024
Brunswick County Board of Commissioners take first steps on items related to traffic impact…At its April 1 meeting the Brunswick County Board of Commissioners took the first steps on two items of interest.Apr 6, 2024Apr 6, 2024
Cutting the Leland Proposed Tax IncreaseIn advance of the Town Council’s budget work session on April 9, I am pleased to have been able to submit detailed testimony to the Leland…Apr 2, 2024Apr 2, 2024
Town of Leland Proposes Tax Rate Increase of 70%As I am sure you are aware, the Town of Leland is proposing to raise the tax rate from .23 cents per $100 of assessed value to .39 cents…Feb 24, 2024Feb 24, 2024
