Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Currituck County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues with low priority
Corolla wild horse protection
The Corolla Wild Horse Fund reported a strong year: about 115 wild horses, twelve foals, zero horses hit by vehicles, and its first-ever state appropriation for habitat preservation. A new three-year strategic plan focuses on protecting habitat, since there is nowhere left for the horses to go.
Firearms allowed at authorized county park events
A code amendment now lets county-sponsored or manager-authorized events — think a gun show or a Civil War reenactment — include firearms in county parks, approved case by case with facility use agreements covering insurance and security.
FBLA leadership conference trip to Washington DC
Students from Currituck County High and JP Knapp will attend the FBLA Fall Leadership Conference in Washington DC, November 4-7, traveling by Amtrak.
Holiday Parade Participation
The animal services advisory board will take part in the Currituck holiday parade, with a planning meeting on November 6 at the Animal Shelter. It's a fun way to showcase adoptable pets and shelter volunteers to the community.
NC Forest Service Annual Report
Ranger Will Rose reported 53 fire calls including 39 wildfires, $21 million in protected property value, and 444 acres of forest management plans for the past fiscal year.