Upcoming New Hours For Animal Services
The Duplin County Animal Services will be operating under new hours effective May 3, 2025.
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Tax Revaluation Notices
Dear Citizens,
We understand that many of you have recently received notices regarding increased property values. Please know that while these values may have risen, this does not necessarily mean your property taxes will increase.
The Board of Commissioners is actively reviewing the current tax rate to ensure a fair and balanced approach. Our goal is to carefully evaluate the impact of these assessments and make informed decisions that best serve our community.
We encourage you not to panic and to stay informed as we continue this process. Thank you for your patience and engagement as we work to keep our community strong and financially stable.
Chelsey Lanier
Finance Officer
Duplin County
Shred A Thon
Duplin County is co-sponsoring a shred-a-thon event on Monday, April 28, 2025 from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon.
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Duplin County Community Health Fair
Duplin Coalition for Health & Wallace Train Depot is excited to host their First Annual Spring into Wellness Community Health Fair and would love your help in spreading the word! This event is open to all community members and is a great opportunity for individuals and families to access valuable health and wellness resources.
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FEMA Public Notice
The United States Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will be receiving subgrant applications from the State of North Carolina for acquisition and demolition or mitigation reconstruction and/or elevation of residential and commercial properties. Pursuant to Executive Order (EO) 11988 and 44 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 9.12, FEMA hereby gives final notice of the intent to provide statewide funding for these projects under the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) as a result of Tropical Storm Helene.
A cumulative Initial Public Notice was published and posted on October 5, 2024, and an amended Initial Public Notice posted on October 17, 2024, for DR-4827-NC located at: https://www.fema.gov/disaster-federal-register-notice/4827-dr-nc-public-notice-amendment-003-0. Comments and other information received were fully evaluated by FEMA along with evaluation of social, economic, environmental, and safety considerations. This serves as a cumulative Final Public Notice for FEMA’s funding action for Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) HMGP expedited activities that may be located within, affect, or be affected by floodplains or wetlands.
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LEASE OF AGRICULTURAL LAND COUNTY OF DUPLIN
Duplin County is considering leasing land at its WestPark Industrial Center near Warsaw, NC, for farming purposes for the 2025 calendar year. The lease runs from January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2025. Renewals for 2026 and 2027 may be available if the lessee maintains the property in an acceptable manner. The WestPark property available for lease is approximately 100 acres, combined, along West Park Drive in Warsaw, NC (County parcel number 01-E116). The proposed lease excludes approximately 1.5 acres for a new Duplin County Water Supply Well, including ingress and egress. Prospective lessees shall submit sealed offers by mail or in person to:
Duplin County Economic Development Commission
WestPark Lease
Attn: Scotty Summerlin
260 Airport Road, Kenansville, NC 28349
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Section 3 Economic Opportunities
The North Carolina Office of Recovery and Resiliency (NCORR) administers Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery and Community Development Block Grant – Mitigation funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to help the state recover from Hurricanes Florence and Matthew. To receive this federal funding, NCORR and its contractors must comply with Section 3 of the Housing & Urban Development Act of 1968. This section of the law states that whenever possible, projects funded by HUD must utilize the following:· Offer employment opportunities to Section 3 workers or targeted Section 3 workers whose income is below the HUD established income limit, especially those who receive government housing assistance.· Contract with businesses that provide economic opportunities for these workers.
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Temporary Operational Changes
Effective immediately, temporary operational adjustments are being implemented in response to current staffing shortages. These changes are crucial to ensure consistent paramedic level coverage across our county, prioritizing the safety and well-being of all individuals in need of emergency medical services.
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NO BROADBAND OR SLOW BROADBAND? We need your help!
The Broadband Infrastructure Office has created a survey to recognize communities who do not have access to high-speed broadband. To assist us in identifying your area, please take a few moments to compete the NC Broadband Survey.
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Bid Opportunities
Duplin County has several bid opportunities for local contractors who meet the required qualifications. If you are interested in these opportunities click here to find more information.
