This week, the Village received a total of approximately 4 ½” – 5” inches of rainfall. Since it has been a while since the Island has received this much rainfall in a short period of time, the Village would like to update folks on what actions the Village takes when there are heavy rains and … Continued
The Village received and is reviewing correspondence from the Mitchell Family Corporation, Bald Head Island Limited, LLC, and Bald Head Island Transportation, Inc., concerning the potential acquisition by the Bald Head Island Transportation Authority (“Authority”) or other entities of the transportation system assets. The letter appears to restate and attach communications previously submitted to the … Continued
Dear Islanders, Village officials are hearing comments and questions regarding the potential acquisition of the Island’s transportation system by either the Village or the BHI Transportation Authority (BHITA). Both the NC Local Government Commission and the Village have expressed concerns that the acquisition process consider public participation, debt payers’ approval, transparency, and governance. Proper governance … Continued
The Bald Head Island Transportation Authority will be meeting tomorrow, Wednesday, September 15, 2021, at 9:15 a.m. at the Southport Community Center. Please note the City of Southport is requiring masks in all government buildings at this time. The public can also access the open session portion of the meeting online using the information below: … Continued
Effective Saturday, September 18, 2021, due to a temporary staff shortage, the Island Package Center & Post Office will be closed on Saturdays until further notice. First-class mail will still be delivered to post office boxes on Saturdays.
Key information: Clarification: Mayor Sayre did not resign, he is not seeking re-election Candidate forum hosted by BHA scheduled for October 11, 2021 Village has received a review of BHITA’s latest appraisals Commemoration of the 20th Anniversary of 9/11 Fire hydrant testing Annual change from chloramines to chlorine Mayor Sayre Did Not Resign – Last … Continued
Dear Fellow Islanders, After 24 years on the Village Council, I have decided to step back from government and pursue more recreational activities. I have been pleased to serve as a volunteer in the spirit of community service. This is an unusual election season in that it appears to be dominated by one issue: our … Continued
Mayor Sayre sent this letter to Treasurer Folwell earlier today in response to a citizen’s letter to the Treasurer regarding the Village’s debt projections. In addition to this letter, the Village has prepared this supplemental information highlighting the Village’s current debt service, proposed debt service, and potential debt service which shows the Village has sufficient … Continued
The Village Council regular meeting is this Friday, August 20, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. The Village will be setting up the meeting room for social distancing so in-person attendance will be limited. Those who wish to listen in online can call the Village’s conference call line at 1-855-369-0450, use Pin# 41787483. There are two public … Continued
The presentation from today’s information session on the Village’s proposed acquisition of the Bald Head Island transportation system can be viewed HERE. It is also posted on the Village’s BHITA Documents webpage HERE along with many other documents related to the acquisition of the transportation system. The Village Council appreciates those who attended in-person and … Continued