Board of Commissioners

Town of Swansboro Board of Commissioners March 25, 2025, Regular Meeting Minutes In attendance: Mayor William Justice, Mayor Pro Tem Jeffrey Conaway, Commissioner Pat Turner, Commissioner Joseph Brown, and Commissioner Douglas Eckendorf. The board had one vacancy. ********************************** Call to Order/Opening Prayer/Pledge The meeting was called to order at 6:00 pm and Mayor Justice led the Pledge of Allegiance. Public Comment Several citizens voiced strong opposition to the proposed paid parking downtown, raising concerns about negative effects on local businesses, added burdens for workers and visitors, and the potential disruption to Swansboro’s small-town character. In addition, multiple citizens expressed concerns regarding the vacant commissioner seat, emphasizing the need for transparency and community representation in the appointment process. Speakers advocated for a candidate who valued historic preservation, supported managed growth, and aligned with the community’s stance against overdevelopment, with several referencing past appointment practices and calling for the public to determine the appointee through the municipal election in November 2025. Citizens who spoke included:  Susan Fewell – 502 Sabiston Drive  Glen Van – 722 Cedar Point Boulevard  Jamie Petani – 2102 Holly Hills Court  John Sloan – 119 Front Street  Terri Herbert – 102 Oyster Bay Road  Larry Philpott – 706 Hummingbird South  Lee Shuller – 140 Front Street  Constance Crawford – 111 Jones Road  Cindy Garb – 137 Front Street  Lisa Maness Prakash – 532 Sabiston Drive  Randy Swanson – 206 W. Corbett Avenue  Cynthia Lacorte – 220 Elm Street  Heather Landry – 117 Front Street Adoption of Agenda and Consent Items On a motion by Commissioner Brown, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Conaway, the agenda and the following consent items were adopted unanimously. Page 1 of 6  - January 28, 2025, Regular Meeting Minutes - Budget Ordinance Amendment #2025-9 - Ordinance Amendment #1 to Grant Project Ordinance for Emmerton School Repairs Appointments/Recognitions/Presentations Recognition of Trevor Hucal - 100-yard Breaststroke State Champion Mayor Justice recognized Trevor Hucal for winning the 100-yard breaststroke state championship for the second consecutive year. The mayor presented details of Trevor's achievement at the NCHSAA 3A swimming and diving state championships held at the Triangle Aquatic Center in Cary, where Trevor finished with a time of 56.85 seconds. Recognition of James Yesunas - Pole Vault State Champion Mayor William Justice recognized James Yesunas for his achievement as the pole vault state champion. The mayor emphasized the importance of unity and collaboration in achieving greatness and expressed pride in celebrating the achievements of Swansboro residents. Appointment to Vacant Commissioner Seat Town Manager Barlow reviewed that at the February 25, 2025, regular meeting, the board by consensus chose to follow the town code for vacancies over the North Carolina General Statues, resulting in a call for applications to be announced with a deadline of March 19, 2025, for an appointment to the vacant seat to occur at this meeting. The individual selected would serve the unexpired term through December 2027. Five applicants submitted resumes: Joe Brown, Ralph Kohlmann, Andy Morrow, Tamara Pieratti, and Tim Vannoy. Mayor William Justice proposed rescinding the prior action from February 25th and holding a special election in November for the remaining two years of the vacant term. On a motion by Commissioner Brown, seconded by Commissioner Turner, and unanimously approved, the Board rescinded its previous action to follow the Town Charter for filling board vacancies and instead voted to follow the North Carolina General Statute by holding a special election in November. Before making an appointment, board members emphasized selecting a candidate who reflected community values and priorities, including public safety, infrastructure improvements, talent retention, responsible growth, and preserving Swansboro’s small- town character, while also considering public feedback and ensuring a fair, transparent process. Page 2 of 6 On a motion by Commissioner Turner, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Conway, Ralph Kolmann was nominated for appointment to the vacant seat. The motion tied 2:2. Ayes: Turner, Conaway, Noes: Brown, Eckendorf. Breaking the tie vote in accordance with Town Code § 3.2 which designates “Where there is an equal division on a question, the mayor shall determine the matter by his vote”, Mayor Justice voted against the appointment of Mr. Kohlmann. On a motion by Commissioner Eckendorf, seconded by Commissioner Brown, Tamara Pieratti was nominated for appointment to the vacant seat. The motion tied 2:2. Ayes: Eckendorf, Brown, Noes: Turner, Conaway. Breaking the tie vote in accordance with Town Code § 3.2 which designates “Where there is an equal division on a question, the mayor shall determine the matter by his vote”, Mayor Justice voted for the appointment of Mrs. Pieratti. Mrs. Pieratti would take her oath of office during the April 8, 2025, regular meeting. Business Non-Consent Paid Parking Downtown Police Chief Dwayne Taylor provided a detailed overview of the coastal paid parking systems in effect from Carteret to Brunswick County. These systems typically operated seasonally, with implementation periods from either March or May through October. He noted that the operational hours generally spanned from 8 AM to either 5 or 6 PM, with pricing structures that varied (including hourly, daily, weekly, and annual rates), showcasing different revenue figures from each municipality. Key management and enforcement responsibilities were frequently outsourced to third-party firms, offering a turnkey solution for these coastal towns. Chief Taylor highlighted specific parking challenges that Swansboro might face if a similar system was adopted, such as setting appropriate fees, determining exemptions for residents and business owners, defining operational timings, and developing robust enforcement protocols. Commissioner Eckendorf shared his opinion on the importance of reviewing data from other towns to understand how paid parking has affected local businesses and tax revenue before making any decisions. He noted that this information could help determine if such a program would help or hurt Swansboro. Other members acknowledged strong public opposition to the downtown paid parking proposal, with concerns raised about possible negative effects on businesses and the town’s small-town feel, and felt paid parking was not the way to go at this time. Page 3 of 6 Commissioner Eckendorf made a motion to pursue paid parking further by gathering more details on other towns who implemented paid parking. The motion failed for a lack of a second. No further direction was given. Downtown Speed Survey Police Chief Dwayne Taylor presented the results of speed surveys conducted on Elm Street and Walnut Street in response to residents' concerns about vehicle speeds in the downtown residential district. For Elm Street he reported:  Survey period: January 6 to February 5  Average daily vehicles: 22.5 (inbound), 43.3 (outbound)  Average speed: 16.11 mph  Maximum speed recorded: 22 mph For Walnut Street he reported:  Survey period: February 18 to March 14  Average daily vehicles: 34.32 (inbound), 45 (outbound)  Average speed: 19.68 mph  Maximum speed recorded: 52 mph (on March 10 at 8 AM) Chief Taylor noted that the higher outbound traffic on both streets was likely due to people heading towards Main Street and using alternate routes to return. Swansboro Police Department 2024 Annual Report Police Chief Dwayne Taylor presented the Swansboro Police Department's 2024 Annual Report. Key points included:  Department composition: 13 full-time sworn officers and 4 reserve officers  Equipment: All officers issued body-worn cameras  Certifications: 3 officers with advanced law enforcement certification, 1 with intermediate certification  Total calls for service in 2024: 6,901  Arrests: 182 physical arrests (9 felony, 132 misdemeanors)  Citations and warnings: 555 citations issued, over 1,600 verbal and written warnings  Administrative tasks: 3,503 phone calls answered, 1,580 people assisted in person  Community engagement: Shop with a Cop program, golf cart registration, fingerprinting services  Officer recognition: Two officers recognized by a citizen for dedication to service  Training and recruitment challenges due to increased training hours required Page 4 of 6 Chief Taylor also mentioned the success of the police cadet program, which has grown from 2-3 participants to 20. Monthly Financial Report as of February 28, 2025 Finance Director Sonia Johnson presented the monthly financial report as of February 28, 2025. Key points included:  General Fund comparison (with encumbrances): Total excess of revenues over expenditures was $731,938  General Fund comparison (actuals): Total excess of revenues over expenditures was $838,949  Expenditure by department: 56.99% of the monthly budget  Summary of town debt and current loan balances were provided Future Agenda Topics Future agenda items were shared for visibility and comments. In addition, an opportunity was provided for the board to introduce items of interest and subsequent direction for placement on future agendas. The following items were addressed: - Recognition of Military Child of the Year - Recognition of the Swansboro High School Varsity Basketball team - Discuss 2nd Amendment/Weapon Allowance at Town Hall at next meeting - Discuss Visitor’s Center Future Plan at next meeting Public Comment Lisa Maness Prakash of 532 Sabiston Drive asked how soon the Flybridge development could reapply following its recent denial. She also raised a question about whether it might be a conflict of interest that Tamara Pieratti’s husband is currently serving on the Planning Board. Manager's Comments Town Manager Barlow shared that the Main Street dock could be eligible for a grant to help with repairs or upgrades. He mentioned that the town planned to submit a pre- application before the late April deadline and will assess the condition of the clock to determine what work is needed. He noted this was a good opportunity to get funding to improve the dock. Board Comments Commissioners thanked the citizens for their participation and expressing their views and also shared appreciation with the staff for their work and all welcomed Tamara to the board. Page 5 of 6 Mayor Pro Tem Conaway emphasized the importance of moving forward despite disappointments and noted that the board consists of five different personalities, which can lead to varying outcomes. Commissioner Eckendorf expressed appreciation for the board's cooperation and reminded everyone of their charge to work together, listen to each other's ideas, and come to a consensus with the future of Swansboro in mind. He mentioned upcoming projects such as EMS, EOC, public works improvements, and budget settlement. Closed Session On a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Conaway, seconded by Commissioenr Turner, with unanimous approval, the board entered closed session at 8:33 pm pursuant to NCGS 143- 318.11 (a) (3) To consult with an attorney employed or retained by the public body in order to preserve the attorney‑client privilege between the attorney and the public body, which privilege is hereby acknowledged; and (5) to establish, or to instruct the public body's staff or negotiating agents concerning the position to be taken by or on behalf of the public body in negotiating the price and other material terms of a contract or proposed contract for the acquisition of real property by purchase, option, exchange, or lease. Pursuant to a motion duly made and seconded in closed session the board returned to open session with nothing to report. Adjournment On a motion by Commissioner Turner, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Conaway the meeting adjourned at 9:12 pm. Page 6 of 6  3/25/2025 Regular Meeting March 25, 2025 1 1. Please turn cell phones to “off” or “vibrate”. 2. The Board offers the public three opportunities to speak during the meeting: A comment period is offered at the beginning and end of the meeting. Please note that a separate opportunity is provided for those items requiring a public hearing. Public Hearing(s) – There are 0 public hearings scheduled for this meeting. 2 1  3/25/2025 PUBLIC COMMENT Citizen opportunity to address the Board for items listed on the agenda. 3 AGENDA AND CONSENT ITEMS Action Needed: Motion to Adopt the Agenda as prepared (or amended) and approval of the Consent Items 4 2  3/25/2025 Recognition of Trevor Hucal 100-yard Breaststroke State Champion Presenter: William Justice– Mayor 5 Recognition of James Yesunas Pole Vault State Champion Presenter: William Justice – Mayor 6 3  3/25/2025 Appointment to Vacant Commissioner Seat Presenter: Jon Barlow – Town Manager 7 NEW BUSINESS/NON-CONSENT Paid Parking Downtown In previous meetings, the Board of Commissioners had entertained the idea of paid parking in the Downtown Business District. The Board asked staff to research paid parking programs along the coast and present the findings. Recommended Action: Provide further direction to staff. Presenter: Dwayne Taylor – Police Chief 8 4  3/25/2025 Downtown Swansboro Paid Parking 9 Parking Issues in the Downtown District 10 5  3/25/2025 Issues • Limited spaces. • Extended parking times. • Employees parking on street. • Parking on both sides of street. • Parallel parking. 11 On Street Parking 12 6  3/25/2025 Front Street Along Front Street, on both sides of the street, a total of 44 parking spaces. 13 N. Front Street 22 available spaces on N. Front Street (Bicentennial Park). 14 7  3/25/2025 Moore Street • 12 spaces on Moore Street from Water Street to the water (Boro). • Another 9 spaces are available on Moore Street from Water Street to Elm Street. • Total of 21 potential parking spaces available on Moore Street. 15 Main Street • There are 17 available spaces on Main Street from Water Street to the water. • From Water Street to Elm Street there would be an additional 14 spaces. 16 8  3/25/2025 Church • 4 spaces available from Front Street to Water Street. • 7 spaces available from Water Street to Elm Street. Street • 7 spaces from Elm Street to Walnut Street. 17 Available Spaces • Total available spaces: Front Street, N. Front Street, Church Street, Main Street, and Moore Street, from Water Street to the water: 99 spaces. • Additional spaces: Water Street to Walnut Street: 37 spaces. • 136 potential total spaces. 18 9  3/25/2025 Off Street Parking 19 Old Town Hall 15 spaces are available at the Old Town Hall (Historical Society) parking lot. 20 10  3/25/2025 Riverview Park Potentially 15 spaces available at Riverview Park. 21 Total Downtown Spaces • Total of 129 on-street and off- street parking spaces available. • Potential of 37 extra on-street parking spaces. • 166 total spaces potentially available. 22 11  3/25/2025 Beaufort • Poulation: 4,400 • Hours: Seasonal (5/5-10/31); 7 days/week; 8a-5p • Fees: • Hourly: $3/hour • Daily: no daily rate • Weekly: $25 (time limits) • Monthly: $100/$200 (non premium) • Enforcement: • Parking Ambassadors: furnished by the contracting company. • $50 initial fine • $80 after 30 days 23 Atlantic Beach • Population: 1,364 permanent/50,000 summer • Hours: Seasonal (4/1-9/30; 7 days/week; 9a-5p • Fees: • Hourly: $5/hour • Daily: no daily rate • Weekly: no weekly rate • Annual: $200 • Residents: 2 free passes • Enforcement: Operating company provides enforcement. • $50 initial fine • $60 after first 24 hours • $75 after ten days. • Spaces: 300 spaces in numerous places around the town. 24 12  3/25/2025 Emerald Isle • Population: 3,800 permanent; 40,000 during the summer. • Hours: Seasonal (4/1-9/30); 7 days/week; 8a-6p • Fees: • Spring: $2/hour • Summer: $4/hour • Daily: $16 maximum • Residents: 2 free annual passes • Enforcement: Operating company provides enforcement. • $50 initial fine. • $80 after 30 days. • Revenue: • Approximately $150,00 25 North Topsail Beach • Population: 1,005 • Hours: Year-round; 7 days/week; 9a-5p • Fees: • Hourly: $5 • Daily: $25 • Weekly: $100 • Annual: $150/vehicle ($250 for 2 simultaneous) • Residents: no exemption • Enforcement: Operating company provides enforcement. • $50 initial fine ($25 paid same day) • $75 after 30 days • Revenue: $730,000 estimated • Spaces: Approximately 900 spaces on town owned lots. No on-street parking. 26 13  3/25/2025 Topsail Beach • Population: 461 • Hours: Seasonal (3/1-10/31); 7 days/week; 9a-5p • Fees: • Hourly: $5 • Daily: $25 • No weekly/annual passes • Residents: no exemption • Enforcement: Operating company provides enforcement. • $50 initial fine ($25 same day) • $75 after 30 days • Revenue: Approximately $83,000 • Spaces: 194 spaces 27 Surf City • Population: 3,867 permanent/30,000 summer • Hours: Seasonal (3/1-10/31); 7 days/week; 9a-6p • Fees: • Hourly: $5 • Daily: $25 • Weekly: $180 • Annual: $270 • Residents: 2 free passes • Enforcement: Operating company provides enforcement. • $50 initial fine • Revenue: Estimated $659,000 • Spaces: 1,300 on-street/off-street parking around the town. 28 14  3/25/2025 New Hanover & Brunswick County Beaches • Seasonal (3/1-10/31 • 7 days/week • 7a-7p • Hourly Rate: $5/hour • Daily Rate: $20-$25 • Weekly Rate: $80-$150 • Annual Rate: $100-$175 • Residents: $10-$50/vehicle (3max) • Enforcement provided by company(Pivot) • Fines: $50 initial fine. Increases after determined number of days. 29 Concerns with paid parking downtown 30 15  3/25/2025 Paid Parking ▪ Management of the system would be through the operating company. ▪ Enforcement would be provided by the operating company. ▪ Fines would be paid to the operating company. ▪ Revenue would be disbursed by the operating company. Contract would determine the terms. (i.e. 70/30 split). ▪ Town Ordinance for parking and fee schedule. ▪ NC GS: 160A-301 (a) governs paid, on- street parking. 31 A city by ordinance may regulate, restrict, and prohibit the parking of vehicles on the public streets, alleys, and bridges within the city. When parking is permitted for a specified period of time at a particular location, a city may install a parking meter at that location and require any person parking a NC GS 160A-301 vehicle therein to place the meter in operation for the entire time that the vehicle remains in (a) that location, up to the maximum time allowed for parking there. Parking meters may be activated by coins, tokens, cash, credit cards, debit cards, or electronic means. Proceeds from the use of parking meters on public streets must be used to defray the cost of enforcing and administering traffic and parking ordinances and regulations. 32 16  3/25/2025 33 NEW BUSINESS/NON-CONSENT Downtown Speed Survey In recent months residents in the downtown residential district voiced concerns about the speeds at which vehicles were traveling along Elm Street and Walnut Street. The Swansboro Police Department erected a radar speed measuring device in the area of 218 Elm Street to measure speeds traveled on Elm Street between Main Street and Broad Street. The results of the survey will be reviewed. Recommended Action: Receive report. Presenter: Dwayne Taylor – Police Chief 34 17  3/25/2025 35 36 18  3/25/2025 Swansboro Police Department 2024 Annual Report Presenter: Dwayne Taylor– Police Chief 37 Swansboro Police Department 2024 Annual Report 38 19  3/25/2025 The Swansboro Police Department provides Mission • It is the mission of the Swansboro Police 24-hour law Department to professionally serve our community with Respect, Fairness, Honesty, enforcement services and Integrity. We are committed to working with the community to maintain and improve to the residents, the quality of life for everyone and ensure that Swansboro is a place where people can work businesses, and and raise a family within a safe and caring community. visitors within the Core Values • Our core values are Commitment, Service, jurisdiction of the Integrity, and Excellence. Town of Swansboro. 39 Department Organization The Swansboro Police Department is composed of 13 full-time sworn law enforcement officers and four reserve officers. In addition, the department is supported by a civilian Administrative Assistant. The department maintains thirteen police vehicles that are equipped with mobile data terminals and speed enforcement equipment. All officers are issued body worn cameras which record all interactions. All officers have received and maintain their certification as a law enforcement officers through the NC Training and Standards Division. Within the department, three officers have earned their Advanced Law Enforcement Certification, and one has received their Intermediate Law Enforcement Certification. 40 20  3/25/2025 Reportable Incidents The department responds to a variety of calls throughout the calendar year. Not every call for service the department responds to requires a report to be generated. The FBI Uniform Crime Report provides guidelines for the type of incident that requires a report to be generated. 41 Patrol Events The Patrol Division performed 47,323 total events for the calendar year. Patrol events include reportable and non-reportable calls for service, foot patrols, business checks, escorts, neighborhood patrols, and any other activity an officer performs while on duty. 42 21  3/25/2025 In 2024, the department Calls for service are requests responded to a total of 6,901 received from the public which Calls For Service calls for service. The tables on the next few pages detail the initiate a response from the department. Not all calls for main types of calls officers service require a written responded to for the calendar report. year. 43 • 911 Hang Up 30 • Alarm/Open Door 207 • Animal Complaint 48 • Assaults (Felony) 29 (3) • Assist OCSO 247 • Assist Fire/EMS 147 • Assist Parks & Rec (Bathrooms/Dock) 1,465 • Assist NC SHP 13 • Break & Enter 10 2024 Calls for • Civil Disputes • Communicating Threat 49 12 Service • Crisis Intervention 81 • Death (Suicide) 10 (1) • Disputes/Disturbances 79 • Domestics 61 • Drug Offenses (Felony) 28 (7) • Drug Overdose (Fatal) 11 (1) 44 22  3/25/2025 • DWI 33 • Fingerprint Requests 89 • Fraud 33 • Funeral Escorts 11 • Juvenile Issue 15 • Larceny (Felony) 85 (17) • Lost/Found Property 47 2024 Calls for • Missing Person 7 Service • Noise Complaint • Property Damage 7 109 • Residence Checks 64 • Resist, Obstruct, Delay 6 • Sex Offense (Felony) 2 • Shots Fired 2 • Suspicious Incident/Vehicle/Person 270 • Town Ordinance Violations 63 45 • Traffic Complaints 131 • Traffic Control-No Wreck 15 • Transport 83 • Trespassing 39 • Unavailable to Respond to Call 112 2024 Calls for • Vehicle Unlocks 93 Service • Warrant Service • Welfare Check 41 55 • Traffic Enforcement (Citation; V/W Warn) 2,186 • Wrecks 265 • Total Calls for Service: 6,901 • Reportable: 2,019 46 23  3/25/2025 Arrests Statistics The Swansboro Police Department made 182 physical arrests in 2024. The next few slides show what crimes arrests were made for and the number of arrests for each crime. 47 Arrests Felony Arrests • Possession w/Intent to Sell, Manufacture & Deliver: 2 • Fleeing to Elude: 2 • Possession of Cocaine: 1 • Assault on Public Officer/Serious Bodily Injury: 1 • Assault: 1 • Obtaining Property by False Pretenses: 1 Total: 9 48 24  3/25/2025 • Driving While Impaired: 33 • Larceny: 18 • Possession of Controlled Substance: 13 • Assault: 7 • Resist, Obstruct, Delay: 6 • Driving While License Revoked: 15 • Property Damage: 8 Misdemeanor • Other Traffic Related: • Trespassing: 15 6 • Child Abuse: 4 • Communicating Threat: 3 • Assault with a Deadly Weapon: 2 • Sexual Assault: 1 • Carrying Concealed Weapon: 1 • Total Misdemeanor Arrests: 132 49 Arrests made by Warrant Service: 41 Warrant Service Warrant Service arrests are made when officers encounter an individual, either through a traffic stop or call for service, and the individual has a warrant for their arrest. 50 25  3/25/2025 Traffic Enforcement NC 24 is a major east-west travel artery in North Carolina. At last count, more than 35,000 vehicles pass through Swansboro daily. The department tries to ensure that each patrol officer is Radar Operator certified within the first year. The department, also, participates in the NC Governor’s Highway Safety Program. Participation in the program allows the department free access to valuable equipment that can be used for traffic enforcement. For the calendar year 2024, the department issued 555 citations and gave 1,657 verbal/written warnings. 51 Radar Speed Sign A radar speed sign was placed along W Corbett Avenue. A second was placed downtown. The sign alerts drivers to their speed. An onboard computer collects traffic data such as, number of vehicles, fastest speed, slowest speed, average speed and median speed. SPD looks to get a couple of more to place along W Corbett Avenue, or a portable unit that can be moved around town. 52 26  3/25/2025 Community Involved The Swansboro Police Department emphasizes community involvement by its officers. The department has started several programs to get its officers more community oriented. The Police Cadet Program, Coffee- with-a-Cop, and Shop-with-a-Cop are just a few of the well-known programs. Officers are, also, encouraged to lend a helping hand in the community. Like removing an alligator from a local daycare center. 53 Community Involvement School kids get a tour of patrol vehicle. 54 27  3/25/2025 Community Involvement Participating in annual Touch-a-Truck event. 55 Community Involvement Getting dunked at Military Appreciation Day at Hammocks Beach State Park. 56 28  3/25/2025 Community Involvement 9/11 Ceremony held at the Public Safety Building. 57 Community Involvement Mr. and Mrs. Clause making citizens feel appreciated by handing out meals on Thanksgiving Day. 58 29  3/25/2025 Admin Assistant For the calendar year 2024, the Admin Assistant: • Answered 3,503 phone calls. • Assisted 1,580 walk in requests for assistance. • Took 680 requests for reports. • In addition to those above, the Admin Assistant assists the Chief, Lieutenant, Detectives, and Patrol Staff with the everyday operation of the department. 59 Admin Assistant 60 30  3/25/2025 Officer of the Year Congratulations to Officer Michael Stutes. His outstanding work ethic and dedication to the residents, businesses, and visitors of Swansboro earned him Officer of the Year honors for 2024. 61 Chief’s Award Congratulations to Mayor John Davis. His commitment to support the mission of the Swansboro Police Department earned him the 2024 Chief’s Award. 62 31  3/25/2025 Outstanding Service Award Congratulations to Detective Kymberly Schott for being presented with the Outstanding Service Award, for service and dedication to the Swansboro Police Department. 63 Outstanding Service Recognition • Mrs. Ashley Danielson recognized Detective Kymberly Schott and Officer Amanda Hipps with a “Ceremonial Brick” placed at LeJeune Memorial Gardens, for their dedication to service, above and beyond, for an incident on September 7, 2024, that involved her husband, who went missing for three hours. After three hours of exhaustive searching, Schott and Hipps located Mr. Danielson. 64 32  3/25/2025 Goals achieved in 2024 65 New Body Worn Camera System 66 33  3/25/2025 MDT Replacement 67 New Duty Gear 68 34  3/25/2025 Additional Information The department, also, offers other services to its citizens. Among the services offered by the police department are: • Residence Checks • RU Ok? • Fingerprinting • Golf Cart inspections 69 NEW BUSINESS/NON-CONSENT Financial Report Presenter: Sonia Johnson – Finance Director 70 35  3/25/2025 TOWN OF SWANSBORO FINANCIAL REPORT (AS OF FEBRUARY 28, 2025) REVENUES EXPENDITURES LOAN PAYMENTS INVESTMENTS 71 TOWN OF SWANSBORO REVENUES/EXPENDITURES TWO YEAR COMPARISON (AS OF FEBRUARY 28, 2025) GENERAL FUND $6,000,000 $5,400,829 $5,000,000 $4,635,850 $4,668,891 $4,000,000 $3,496,145 $3,000,000 $2,000,000 $1,000,000 $0 Revenues Expenditures FY 23/24 FY 24/25 ENCUMBRANCES INCLUDED Total Excess of Revenues Over Expenditures $731,938 72 36  3/25/2025 TOWN OF SWANSBORO REVENUES/EXPENDITURES TWO YEAR COMPARISON (AS OF FEBRUARY 28, 2025) (ACTUAL) GENERAL FUND $6,000,000 $5,400,829 $4,635,850 $5,000,000 $4,561,880 $4,000,000 $3,496,145 $3,000,000 $2,000,000 $1,000,000 $0 Revenues Expenditures FY 23/24 FY 24/25 (ENCUMBRANCES NOT INCLUDED) Total Excess of Revenues Over Expenditures $838,949 73 (PURCHASE ORDERS) ENCUMBERED SPENT % DEPT. BUDGET YTD ACTUAL BALANCE February 28, 2025 GOVERNING BODY 48,595 16,730 151 34.7% ADMIN SERVICES 432,052 276,458 4,233 65.0% FINANCE 315,178 186,245 565 59.3% LEGAL 59,300 35,792 - 60.4% PUBLIC BUILDINGS 439,973 270,646 6,433 63.0% FIRE 2,135,877 1,147,283 47,256 55.9% PERMITTING 288,270 219,594 1,000 76.5% PLANNING 86,293 52,714 - 61.1% POLICE 1,391,604 708,007 22,459 52.5% PUBLIC WORKS-STREETS 1,498,086 766,441 2,273 51.3% POWELL BILL-STREETS 191,791 79,260 461 41.6% PARKS & RECREATION 492,086 199,641 16,783 44.0% DOWNTOWN FACILITIES 132,226 61,768 1,138 47.6% EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT 14,549 11,399 100 79.0% FESTIVALS & EVENTS 134,635 94,198 3,229 72.4% NON DEPARTMENTAL 612,764 482,087 929 78.8% TOTAL 8,273,279 4,608,264 107,011 56.99% ** 74 37  3/25/2025 TOWN OF SWANSBORO REVENUES/EXPENDITURES TWO YEAR COMPARISON (AS OF FEBRUARY 28, 2025) STORMWATER ENTERPRISE FUND $180,000 $155,104 $160,000 $133,197 $140,000 $120,000 $100,000 $77,023 $80,000 $60,000 $51,022 $40,000 $20,000 $0 Revenues Expenditures FY 23/24 FY 24/25 ENCUMBRANCES INCLUDED Total Excess of Revenues Over Expenditures $56,174 75 TOWN OF SWANSBORO REVENUES/EXPENDITURES TWO YEAR COMPARISON (AS OF FEBRUARY 28, 2025) SOLID WASTE ENTERPRISE FUND $350,000 $320,341 $300,000 $279,800 $274,127 $241,148 $250,000 $200,000 $150,000 $100,000 $50,000 $0 Revenues Expenditures FY 23/24 FY 24/25 ENCUMBRANCES INCLUDED Total Excess of Revenues Over Expenditures $46,214 76 38  3/25/2025 TOWN OF SWANSBORO LOAN REPORT (AS OF FEBRUARY, 2025) Item Principal Interest End Date Annual Debt Service Balance Rate DEBT Town Hall/Tanker $317,275 2.69 03/21/2028 $84,724 Public Safety Facility $0.00 2.58 12/22/2024 PAID IN FULL SERVICE Fire Truck $92,139 2.08 11/01/2026 $47,512 Sleeping Quarters $50,000 2.43 12/14/2026 $26,823 Grapple Truck/Town Hall $47,106 1.72 6/25/2025 $47,917 Generator Vehicles(Police & Fire $45,495 1.84 7/15/2026 $23,377 Department) & Software Cab Tractor/Dump Truck $254,500 4.82 4/3/2029 $58,491 Jet Vac Truck, Police Vehicle, $570,000 4.40 12/31/2029 $129,183 (2) Fire Chief Vehicles Total Debt $1,376,515 $418,027 77 TOWN OF SWANSBORO CASH & INVESTMENTS REPORT (AS OF FEBRUARY 28, 2025) CASH & INVESTMENTS BANK BALANCE INTEREST RATE First Citizens Bank $321,366 .05% NC CMT-General $6,604,862 4.27% TD Bank $9,513,251 4.18% (SCIF Funds for EOC & Sidewalks) 78 39  3/25/2025 GRANT UPDATE Budget YTD Expenditures Encumbrances Unencumbered American Rescue Plan Act Fund $1,102,599 $1,064,939 $37,660 $0.00 Swansboro Bicentennial Park Boardwalk Extension $386,650 $315,681 $0 $70,969 Emergency Operation Center $9,432,703 $24,840 $0 $9,407,863 Emmerton School Repairs $424,000 $183,305 $0 $240,695 Stormwater Master Plan $400,000 $205,261 $0 $194,739 Total Outstanding Grants $11,745,952 $1,794,026 $37,660 $9,914,266 79 Any Questions ? 80 40  3/25/2025 NEW BUSINESS/NON-CONSENT Future Agenda Items Future agenda items are shared for visibility and comment. In addition, an opportunity is provided for the Board to introduce items of interest and subsequent direction for placement on future agendas. Action Needed: Discuss and provide any guidance. Presenter: Alissa Fender, MMC – Town Clerk 81 PUBLIC COMMENT Citizen opportunity to address the Board. 82 41  3/25/2025 MANAGER’S COMMENTS Town Manager Jonathan Barlow 83 BOARD COMMENTS Mayor William Justice Mayor Pro Tem Jeffrey Conaway Commissioner Douglas Eckendorf Commissioner Joseph Brown Commissioner Patricia Turner 84 42  3/25/2025 CLOSED SESSION Recommended Action: Motion to enter closed session pursuant to NCGS 143-318.11 (a) (3) To consult with an attorney employed or retained by the public body in order to preserve the attorney-client privilege between the attorney and the public body, which privilege is hereby acknowledged; and (5) to establish, or to instruct the public body's staff or negotiating agents concerning the position to be taken by or on behalf of the public body in negotiating the price and other material terms of a contract or proposed contract for the acquisition of real property by purchase, option, exchange, or lease. 85 ADJOURN 86 43