New Bern Board of Aldermen Meeting September 8, 2026

The City of New Bern Board of Aldermen held a meeting on September 8, 2026, with several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement topics included the approval of rezoning ordinances for multiple parcels to support development projects, including a significant $25 million grant awarded to the New Bern Housing Authority for neighborhood revitalization. The board authorized the city manager to execute engineering and easement clearing service agreements for the Southeast and Glen Bernie substation transformer projects, part of a $31 million capital improvement plan funded through revenue bonds. Additionally, the board approved a resolution to submit a Land and Water Conservation Fund grant application requesting $300,000 with a dollar-for-dollar city match from bond funds for Martin Marietta Park development. Budget amendments were adopted to replace a wrecked patrol vehicle, fund Municipal Service District projects including bench dividers and riverwalk fencing, and replace a sewer vacuum truck. The board also approved installation of additional street lighting and authorized a declaration of intent to reimburse capital improvement expenditures for the electric utility system. Discussions included the use of ARPA funds for sidewalk projects and feral cat programs. Several motions passed by roll call vote authorized these spending and contracting actions, reflecting ongoing infrastructure and community development efforts.