Keep Beaufort County Beautiful Board | Thursday June 11, 2026

The Keep Beaufort County Beautiful Board held a meeting on June 11, 2026, focusing on various procurement and budget-related topics. Key discussions included updates on beautification projects such as plant purchases and sign installations, notably a new welcome sign on Route 278 awaiting final DOT approval and a signed Memorandum of Understanding. The board reviewed their current budget, noting 26% of the $50,000 allocation spent, with plans to fully encumber remaining funds before fiscal year-end. They also discussed upcoming procurement needs for additional signs, educational outreach materials, and planting projects for the next fiscal year, with a proposed budget increase to $122,000 to support these initiatives. Grant applications for litter cleanup augmentation were submitted, and the board emphasized the importance of timely budget planning and spending. Additionally, the board considered expanding membership to include at-large members to enhance volunteer capacity. The meeting concluded with plans to prepare procurement documentation for the August meeting to enable prompt spending once the new budget is approved.