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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Craven County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
GREAT Grant Broadband Expansion Match
The county approved a $250,000 ARPA fund match to Brightspeed to complete broadband expansion across unserved rural areas, reaching over 1,800 locations.
Water System Assessment Studies and AMI Meter Project Rollovers
The county approved funding to replace a failed 1992 water well pump on Dover Road to maintain reliable water service in Northwest Craven County.
Water Department Administrative Officer Position and Workload
To address a 22% growth in water permits and heavy administrative workloads, the county created a new full-time Administrative Officer position funded from the Water Department's fund balance.