New Bern Board of Aldermen Meeting July 14, 2026

The City of New Bern Board of Aldermen held a meeting on July 14, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were addressed. The board approved a sewer use agreement for a development on Galloway Road, confirming the city's capacity to accommodate the project. They also adopted a budget ordinance amendment for fiscal year 2027, which included appropriations totaling approximately $99,427 for the purchase and equipment of a new fire truck and subscriptions for board iPads. Additionally, the board approved the closure of certain street portions to accommodate stormwater enhancement projects funded through hazard mitigation grants. Discussions included updates on infrastructure projects, appointments to various commissions, and a detailed debate on open burning permits related to land clearing, with considerations of environmental and community impacts. The board directed staff to pause issuing new burn permits pending further research into alternative methods such as air curtain technology. No new contracts or vendor selections were reported, but policy and enforcement discussions could influence future procurement and operational decisions.