In this issue:
- Highlights of the October Village Council regular meeting.
- Village Utilities changed its disinfection method for water from chloramines to chlorine.
- 2025 Municipal election updates.
- Yard debris pick-up has moved to its once-a-month pick-up schedule.
- Brunswick County Health Services is running walk-in clinics for flu and COVID-19 shots through October 31.
Reminders & Events:
- The PSA’s annual Chili Supper Fundraiser is this Friday, October 24, from 4 to 7 p.m.
- Join fellow islanders on the morning of Saturday, October 25, for a Litter Sweep, followed by awards for heaviest trash, most unusual trash, etc., at the BHI Conservancy!
- Halloween trick-or-treating on BHI is scheduled for Saturday, October 25.
- Cape Fear Marathon & Half is scheduled for Sunday, October 26.
- Village offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day.
- Hazardous waste drop-off is scheduled for November 20 and 21.
- The next regular Village Council Meeting is on Friday, November 21, 2025.
- Go Paperless – Get Your Utility Bill by Email!
Village Council Regular Meeting
The Village Council conducted its last regular meeting on Friday, October 17, 2025.
Below are a few of the actions taken:
- Under the consent agenda, the Village Council adopted the Veterans Day 2025 proclamation.
- Village Council conducted a public hearing on an amendment to the code of ordinances, increasing the maximum clearing height at Village roads. The amendment passed unanimously.
- Village Council opened a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the budget ordinance fee schedule, ICE fees. The hearing was continued until the November 21 Council meeting, so additional work can be done to increase the impact of the fees on the size/type of vehicles used on BHI.
- Village Council unanimously approved a subdivision request by Bald Head Island Limited, LLC to subdivide two parcels at the BHI Marina.
Village Staff reported on:
- The hiring of a new Fire & EMS Deputy Chief, Buddy Brooks,
- The Frying Pan Shoals borrow site permit,
- Collaboration with the BHI Club on irrigation & stormwater improvements during club renovations,
- Upcoming road paving & tree cutting,
- The wastewater treatment plant expansion,
- Creek access ramp maintenance,
- The Lift station upgrade project,
- Deer management,
- Army Corps of Engineers feasibility study & supplemental work/funding agreement,
- Beach bonfire season (we are almost ready to accept permit applications online!),
- And more!
A full recap with additional details is posted monthly on our website HERE. You can also listen to a podcast episode recapping the meeting HERE.
A full account of these meetings can be found in the minutes, which are posted HERE. Typically, minutes are posted with the agenda of next month’s meeting (e.g., if you want to read the December meeting minutes, they can be found under the January regular meeting agenda).
Annual Change from Chloramines to Chlorine
Village Utilities changed its disinfection method for water from chloramines to chlorine earlier this week. Along with this change, they will be blowing out dead ends to “burn out” the free chlorine. This may cause some ponding on Village roads. Consumers may notice some discoloration, which can be cleared by running outside spigots. Call (910) 457-9700 ext. 1000 for assistance.
Brunswick County Public Utilities previously announced that they would be changing over on October 7, 2025. These conditions are not harmful and are temporary.
For more information, view the County’s full statement HERE and the Village’s full notice HERE.
2025 Municipal Election
The Village has a webpage on elections (HERE).
Early voting for the 2025 municipal election is underway and ends on Saturday, November 1, 2025. The Board of Elections is posting voter turnout statistics on its website daily HERE.
A few important election dates (dates that have passed are stricken through):
| Thursday, October 16 – Saturday, November 1 | Early Voting |
| Tuesday, November 4 at 7:30 p.m. | All absentee ballots due at the Board of Elections office |
| Tuesday, November 4; polls open from 6:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. | Municipal Election |
| Friday, November 14, 11:00 a.m. | Canvass |
Please direct all inquiries about voting to the Brunswick County Board of Elections.
Yard Debris Pick Up
Yard debris pickup goes to a once-a-month schedule from November through March. The next pickup is scheduled for Wednesday, November 5, 2025. If you need your waste picked up, you must submit a pick-up request via our online service request portal (HERE) or by calling customer service at (910) 457-9700 ext. 1000 no later than 2:00 p.m. on the day before the scheduled pick-up.
A few reminders:
- This service is for property owners who do their own yard work. If you use a contactor, they are responsible for removing debris.
- Piles should be left on the roadside. Public Works will not go up driveways.
- Do not cover water meters or any other utility infrastructure.
- The Village will not accept limbs larger than 6 inches at the largest point.
Walk-In Shot Clinics
Brunswick County Health Services is running walk-in clinics for flu and COVID-19 shots through October 31. No appointment is needed. The clinics are located at 25 Courthouse Drive NE, Building A, in Bolivia. Shots are administered from 9:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Individuals must bring a photo ID and insurance card (if applicable). Medicare, health insurance, cash and checks are accepted. If you have any questions, please call (910) 253-2250. Additional details about the clinics HERE (flu) and HERE (COVID-19).
REMINDERS & EVENTS:
PSA’s Chili Supper
The Public Service Auxiliary’s annual Chili Supper Fundraiser is scheduled for Friday, October 24, 2025, at the Department of Public Safety from 4 to 7 p.m. This fundraiser supports the tireless, courageous efforts by the Village’s Public Safety teams.
In addition to the chili, chips, and brownies, they will have a cornhole competition! There are more details in the flyer below.
Litter Sweep
The Bald Head Association and the Conservancy are co-sponsoring a Litter Sweep on Saturday, October 25th, from 10 am -12 noon.
Participants will start at the parking lot near the Maritime Market to receive their area to clean and other supplies. All participants should report back to the Conservancy by 12 noon. Trash will be weighed and prizes awarded for the heaviest trash, most unusual trash, etc.
The Conservancy is having a Simply Southern Day on the 25th; Simply Southern is a co-sponsor of the Litter Sweep.
Trick-or-Treating on BHI
The Bald Head Association is hosting island-wide trick or treating on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. For questions, please email info@BaldHeadAssociation.com. For the map of participating locations, please visit the BHA webpage HERE. We did not see the Department of Public Safety on the map, but we have confirmed that our officers will be out there again this year!
Cape Fear Marathon & Half
The Cape Fear Marathon & Half is scheduled for Sunday, October 26, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Details about this race, including the race map, can be found HERE.
Veterans Day
Village offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, in observance of Veterans Day. This includes the Island Package Center and Post Office, and Public Safety administration. Please call 911 if you need a Public Safety Officer to come to you.
Hazardous Waste Drop Off
The Village announced earlier this year that, effective June 1, 2025, it will no longer accept hazardous waste drop-off daily. The first scheduled drop-off will be on Thursday, November 20, and Friday, November 21. If the contractor is delayed due to weather or another circumstance impacting barge service, the alternate drop-off dates are December 4 and 5, and an announcement will be made. More information can be found on our “Hazardous Waste” webpage HERE.
Next Village Council Meeting
The next regular Village Council Meeting is on Friday, November 21, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. The agenda will be posted HERE. Zoom information to listen in remotely can be found HERE.
Go Paperless – Get Your Utility Bill by Email!
Tired of waiting for the mail? Sign up to receive your monthly utility bill directly in your email inbox. It’s quick, convenient, and eco-friendly!
To enroll, just give us a call at 910-457-9700, ext. 1000.
Switch today and enjoy:
- Faster delivery
- Less paper clutter
- Easy record keeping
Thank you for helping us go green while making bill pay simpler for you!
Bald Head Association events can be found HERE.
Old Baldy Foundation events can be found HERE.
BHI Conservancy events can be found HERE.
Village Chapel events can be found HERE.
Project Longevity event info HERE.
The Village calendar can be found HERE.
Find us on Linktree.