Beaufort County Transportation Advisory Committee Meeting, May 6, 2026, at 1:00 pm

The Beaufort County Transportation Advisory Committee held a meeting on May 6, 2026, to discuss and finalize recommendations for transportation projects funded by a proposed sales tax penny. The committee reviewed and approved a comprehensive list of projects totaling approximately $782 million over an eight-year period, including road widening, resurfacing, paving of dirt roads, and safety and intersection improvements. Key discussions focused on project cost estimates, inclusion of pedestrian pathways per the Complete Streets program, right-of-way acquisition costs, and the prioritization of safety projects. The committee voted to recommend the full list of projects to the county council, acknowledging that the council would make final funding decisions. They also proposed establishing a citizen oversight committee to monitor project progress and ensure transparency. Additionally, the committee discussed the upcoming RFQ for a marketing firm to support public education efforts related to the sales tax initiative. The meeting concluded with plans to present the recommendations to the county council on May 11, 2026.