Council splits on 45-Day Extension of Burn Ban

45-Day Extension of Burn Ban

0 yes, 0 no

Acceptance of Black Creek Drainage Study

0 yes, 0 no

Variance Request for Binnacle Development, LLC

0 yes, 0 no

FY26 Budget Amendment: District Clerk

0 yes, 0 no

FY26 Budget Amendment: Sheriff's Office

0 yes, 0 no

Binnacle Development Residential Project

South side of Wheeler Road, adjacent to Lumberton City Limits

The developer requested a variance to allow 50-foot-wide lots instead of the standard 60-foot requirement.

approved · still approved

land use zoning

A developer wants to build smaller lots than the rules usually allow, which could change the density of the neighborhood.

What it means: The developer and potential future homeowners.

Infrastructure and Drainage Improvements

The county is looking at ways to fix flooding issues in the Black Creek area, including building detention ponds and widening ditches.

What it means: Residents living near Black Creek who are prone to flooding.

burn ban

The county is under a burn ban due to extreme drought. Officials are monitoring the situation and hope recent rain will allow them to lift the restrictions soon.

What it means: All county residents by reducing wildfire risk.