Beaufort County Northern Regional Plan Implementation Committee May 22, 2026 at 9AM

The Beaufort County Northern Regional Plan Implementation Committee met on May 22, 2026, to discuss the progress and recommendations related to a proposed local sales tax ("penny") for funding transportation infrastructure projects. The committee reviewed past penny tax initiatives, current project statuses, and the need for a new nine-year penny tax to address road widening, resurfacing, safety improvements, and congestion relief across the county. They emphasized transparency, equitable distribution of funds, and the importance of public education and advocacy efforts to support the ballot measure. The committee also noted that an RFQ for an education firm to assist with public outreach is under procurement review, with a selection expected soon. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were announced during the meeting, but the discussion focused heavily on capital improvement projects and funding strategies for transportation infrastructure in Beaufort County.