North Carolina Record
Brunswick County
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Frank Williams

Commissioner (District 5)2012-12-03 - 2028-12-04

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At a glance

News mentions
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Term ending Dec 4, 2028.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
15
Total speaking time
1:22:59
Avg per meeting
5:32
Segments
1328

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Top issues during term (20)

high→Sep 2026[21]

Flock Safety Automated License Plate Reader Cameras

The related Axon transcription add-on costs $99,672 per year; the overall Axon contract runs about $4.2 million.

high↑Oct 2026[20]

Absentee ballot review

Zero direct hit to your wallet, though local elections shape where your tax dollars actually go.

high↑Nov 2026[17]

Election Day ballot counting and canvass

While voting itself is free, the policies these commissioners pass will directly shape your local property taxes and county spending.

high↑May 2026[17]

UDO Text Amendments and State Law Compliance (HB 1222)

Administrative costs associated with updating county codes and processing reviews.

high↑Jun 2026[12]

Water Capacity and Fire Flow in Southern Brunswick County

Potential future capital outlays for water infrastructure upgrades and looping lines.

high↑Nov 2026[12]

Water Shortage Response Plan and Water Emergency Ordinance

Residents who ignore the new watering schedule could face local fines, while the county saves money on long-term water treatment and infrastructure strain.

high↓Jun 2026[10]

Village at Town Creek Planned Development (PD-181)

Private capital investment for housing construction and road safety improvements.

high↑Nov 2026[10]

Heron Bluff Major Subdivision (172 homes)

Property values and local infrastructure spending near the proposed site hold steady for now.

medium↓Aug 2026[10]

Creation of Brunswick County Cemetery Committee

Minimal fiscal impact, primarily involving staff time for mapping and enforcement.

medium↑Nov 2026[10]

Handling of Planning Public Hearings and Meeting Length

medium↑Nov 2026[10]

Planning Board Leadership Controversy

low↑Nov 2026[10]

Leaning Pine Planned Development Extension

medium↑Nov 2026[10]

Chappell Loop Road Rezoning to Commercial-Intensive

critical↓Jan 2026[9]

Cumulative Flooding and Stormwater Management

Could increase upfront development costs but reduce long-term public drainage repair expenses.

high↓Jan 2026[9]

Volunteer Fire Department Contract Negotiations

Involves millions in potential county subsidies and funding support for volunteer fire departments.

critical↓Jan 2026[8]

Wastewater Treatment Capacity and State Allocation Rules

Affects infrastructure development timelines and utility capital projects.

critical↓May 2026[8]

Fiscal Year 2027 County Budget Adoption

Balances at $324 million in general fund revenues and expenditures with no property tax rate increase.

high↓Jun 2026[7]

Highway 211 Corridor Commercial Rezoning (Summerlin Commercial)

Increases local property tax values and commercial investment potential.

high↓Apr 2026[6]

Open Burning Regulations and State Authority

Potential future costs if local monitoring or air quality programs are established.

critical↓Jul 2026[6]

Severe Drought and Water Shortage Restrictions

Potential savings or revenue opportunities if treated wastewater is successfully permitted for commercial use.

Decisions during term (429)

Recorded while Williams was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.

approved5-0Nov 2, 2026

Approval of Consent Agenda (Items V.1–V.16)

approved5-0Nov 2, 2026

Public Health Accreditation Required Rules and Policies Assessment (VI.3)

approved5-0Nov 2, 2026

National Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week Proclamation (VI.2)

approved5-0Nov 2, 2026

Water Shortage Response Plan and Water Emergency Ordinance Updates (VII.1)

approved4-1Nov 2, 2026

Axon Transcription Software Amendment (VIII.1)

approved4-1Nov 2, 2026

Port Security Grant Program (PSGP) Award Approval (VIII.2)

approved5-0Nov 2, 2026

Hydrant Bulk Water Policy Updates (VIII.3)

denied2-3Nov 2, 2026

Motion to Request Resignation of Planning Board Chairman Clifton Cheek

approved5-0Nov 2, 2026

Board Appointment — Calabash Planning and Zoning Board ETJ Appointee (IX.1)

approved5-0Nov 2, 2026

Clerk to the Board - Approval of the JCPC Roster Effective September 2026

approved5-0Nov 2, 2026

Clerk to the Board - Meeting Minutes — October 19, 2026, Regular Meeting and Special Meetings

approved5-0Nov 2, 2026

County Attorney - Calabash Pointe, Ph 3, Units 157-181 Deed of Dedication

approved5-0Nov 2, 2026

County Attorney - Hewett Landing, Phase 2, Lots 17-24 and 86-245 Deed of Dedication

approved5-0Nov 2, 2026

Finance - Fiscal Items

approved5-0Nov 2, 2026

Health Services - Health and Human Services - NC Department of Commerce Memorandum of Understanding FY 27-30

approved5-0Nov 2, 2026

Health Services - NC DHHS, Division of Child and Family Well-Being and Division of Public Health FY 2027 Consolidated Agreement Amendment 2

approved5-0Nov 2, 2026

Operation Services - Nash Equipment Company - Agreement for Mini Excavator

approved5-0Nov 2, 2026

Operation Services - Shallotte Warehouse Internet Service Upfit

approved5-0Nov 2, 2026

Social Services - State-County Memorandum of Understanding

approved5-0Nov 2, 2026

Tax - November 2026 Tax Releases