Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Pitt County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues in taxes budget
Inspections Vehicle Replacement
The Inspections department wants to buy new vehicles at a cost of $110,474 to keep inspectors on the road across the county.
USDA Agricultural Center lease extension
The county leases Agricultural Center space to three USDA agencies. The 48-month extension keeps federal services local while shrinking their footprint and raising the rent per square foot to market rates — a modest revenue boost for the county.
County Administration Building Financing and Construction
The board moved forward with financing the new County Administration Building using limited obligation bonds, balancing debt service costs against fund balance reserves.
FY 2026-2027 Recommended Budget
Pitt County commissioners adopted the annual budget, funding local schools, student computers, and community arts programs. The spending plan passed 8-1.
State Budget Transparency Resolution
Community members asked the board to adopt a budget transparency resolution detailing how state and federal spending cuts impact county services.