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William Michael Thomas, a public-school teacher and skate program organizer, told council the skate park at Stony Creek (near the old Coff Barn and Ash Street) is “falling to pieces” and urged city investment or demolition and rebuilding to support youth programming. Thomas described local skate events this summer and said regional skaters travel to Goldsboro; he said the site is public land and asked the city to consider improvements that could support recreation and commerce.

Two speakers who identified themselves as Ben Jammin and Wayne Woodard said a church-led skate event drew people and supported the need for greater park capacity to host outreach activities.

Bevan Foster (public comment) described a contractor-family dispute involving a renovation permit. Foster alleged an inspector (identified in the comment as Jeremy Hanson / Matt Hanson) inspected a job-site informally and then the state inspector subsequently visited and halted work; Foster said the sequence—inspector visit followed quickly by state action—has caused delays and that he has been exchanging emails with inspections staff and the city manager for weeks. Foster urged the city to address contractor relations and inspection protocol.

Kendra Edwards, owner of Healing Well Counseling Services at 3002 Central Heights Road, told council a road closure on Aug. 28 left her business without vehicle access. Edwards said she had been told by DOT representatives about a 60-day notice window but that actual access was cut sooner; she described issues for clients with mobility or sensory disabilities, a lack of a paved alternate route or drainage, and interrupted utility work (Spectrum). Edwards asked for clarification about emergency access, 911 addressing and what the city can do to assist her business while work continues. Edwards provided contact information to staff.

Council members thanked speakers and staff noted they would follow up; staff invited contact information and public-commenters said they had provided it. No formal council action was taken during public comment beyond requesting staff follow-up.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Goldsboro City Council Meeting 09–08-2025","oneSentenceSummary","During public comment, multiple speakers urged the council to repair or redevelop the Stony Creek skate park, raised concerns about inspections enforcement that halted a homeowner renovation, and reported a road closure that blocked client access to a counseling business.","taxTitle","Goldsboro, Wayne County, North Carolina","taxId",55399,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6476173,"Goldsboro council directs staff to study metal detectors and other security measures at City Hall entrance",30,6332000,6362000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5731029-d568bcd100d0c2d9554daa6c97698eab&start=6332&end=6362","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5731029-d568bcd100d0c2d9554daa6c97698eab/thumbnail_6332000.jpg","/articles/6476173/Goldsboro/Wayne-County/North-Carolina/Goldsboro-council-directs-staff-to-study-metal-detectors-and-other-security-measures-at-City-Hall-entrance","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6476173-5d2428cc964c14839a4ac406b1866e58/orig.mp4?Expires=1771185195&Signature=TztgIeUsasEhvDt0vgaoUosWhgR-NF537~vCtUxSYyqUubFvH6mMnjJ9HIYmtKkXnykZoQy0xRVymmnq5X6yq271xAgRpWhC-QDRjjkMgssaCpRx7R7lbwYrDkCGwHYVighsdGbnxOQ-rTNO5M3Sca-vc1~A2Tu2FZCwxPdSOGaQFBbYBlh0GUJ9EAGfjkPypjQ87AdvzEd6McwlnNET6zgE1r-Q~SeVtBbU94IRdTrODxAwyCTpRY6hJshQTizVZ9LXK41~WkgL2bmwiTqzkIwqgHeaf1yFxQJHJptyEznU5R-hgBTKNTEZYx8DNjhZg7iNQiijySKUlxzEH5ow3g__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Goldsboro City Council on Sept. 8, 2025, directed staff to prepare a proposal and cost estimate for enhanced security at the main public entrance to City Hall, including the possibility of a metal detector and other measures. The motion, amended to allow consideration of additional security options beyond metal detectors, passed 7-0.

Council and staff framed the discussion as a buildingwide concern, noting staff interact with the public daily while the full council meets fewer times per month. The police chief and staff described security measures already taken (parking-lot cameras, reserved-parking signage, occasional officer presence in chambers and the anteroom) and explained operational constraints for screening measures.

Staff outlined practical considerations: a walk-through metal detector requires staff or officers to manage admissions and investigate any alarms (the transcript cited a prior walk-through unit cost of about $4,600 in earlier years and a wand cost of roughly $152), and a screened entry often needs at least two officers per entry point to avoid bottlenecks. Staff also provided a callback-pay example: assigning an officer to a dedicated City Hall detail could cost an estimated $71,000 per year in callback pay.

Council discussed alternatives including a clear-bag policy for visitors, consolidation of public access to a single controlled entrance, hiring private security vendors for meetings or having city safety staff perform a facility security assessment. Several council members emphasized that any policy should account for employees who regularly bring bags and for equitable treatment of visitors, staff and council members.

The council motion directs the city manager to return with options, estimated costs and recommended implementation steps for the main entrance and for buildingwide staff safety measures. Staff will include operational impacts, staffing implications and cost estimates.","After months of discussion about building security, council asked staff to evaluate costs and options — including metal detectors, wanding, third-party security and access consolidation — and return with a proposal; the motion passed 7-0.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6476178,"Goldsboro approves application for water system master-plan grant (AIA) to assess capacity and infrastructure",212,4872000,5084000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5731029-d568bcd100d0c2d9554daa6c97698eab&start=4872&end=5084","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5731029-d568bcd100d0c2d9554daa6c97698eab/thumbnail_4872000.jpg","/articles/6476178/Goldsboro/Wayne-County/North-Carolina/Goldsboro-approves-application-for-water-system-master-plan-grant-AIA-to-assess-capacity-and-infrastructure","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6476178-42f3a9b57cef35e0bd28d2217d47130e/orig.mp4?Expires=1771185195&Signature=F70qWP13XMIlygGoWJW~yNJfrWMJ~lwlUqAZRQXMx~47Y4kmkDzRXx3zKpmcWm4bFdXVbDwRjZoc~ePJHpM8KgZPQBzyYFJhu8qI2fFWIi6hA0BblzUrGY9vv-fMH7HMJ~CcCkMT2OEzzfrXx2yyw7PDzaYuSyWY7EJR8yQUEYBo~3hC1M~j5CfMQFJRAcMmqf76CtJ8z3DLHr3CCQj5esSxPrNQQ3tIHyATwX~6HiQk1YODYUIT8TpYGiEYUc9jPLGHWf2DvcmSk8-q0DdhSprSZDvNoLr4QilwpYINVildHtPd~VUxfehMNQHLn6mrVGDrVMdOt5y0BIB8G58y9Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Goldsboro City Council on Sept. 8, 2025, unanimously approved a resolution to submit an application for an Asset Inventory Assessment (AIA) grant to complete a water system master plan.

Public Utilities Director Bert Shermer told council the AIA would replicate the approach taken previously for sewer system planning: a technical inventory of distribution lines, plant infrastructure and deferred maintenance to identify repair needs and inform long-term capital planning. Staff said the study is intended to underpin grant applications and capital projects by documenting asset condition and future capacity requirements.

Council asked whether the grant requires a local match; Shermer and staff said the application would not impose a local match if awarded. Council voted to authorize submission of the fall 2025 AIA application; the vote was unanimous.

Staff said if the grant is awarded they will return with budget adjustments and a scope of work for the planning study.","Council unanimously approved a resolution to apply for an Asset Inventory Assessment (AIA) grant to fund a water system master plan to evaluate plant capacity, distribution lines and long-term infrastructure needs.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6476183,"Goldsboro signs contracts with Crossroads Strategies and Friends of Seymour; council adds language on legislative input and reporting",785,2682000,3467000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5731029-d568bcd100d0c2d9554daa6c97698eab&start=2682&end=3467","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5731029-d568bcd100d0c2d9554daa6c97698eab/thumbnail_2682000.jpg","/articles/6476183/Goldsboro/Wayne-County/North-Carolina/Goldsboro-signs-contracts-with-Crossroads-Strategies-and-Friends-of-Seymour-council-adds-language-on-legislative-input-and-reporting","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6476183-9d2633bfa751bd0d4fc187aa1cc8e676/orig.mp4?Expires=1771185195&Signature=mDIvBoWdHe56BqNcEebBpyiq28A4oTuW6bE5k6O~dPhXRvAtrp1Jkq-CM5Z8E7016BvEEcqZtvlTUI-fN3On-nDUTjbWDoY-Gs8-7SBBGqA73dIVjzzFAa1KeGPvP-M2pHUN8ZzqVUw1rJC64j9f4Pa56kfmu~CnZHK-wz3Cu3LzXj6voMk-ZniAlAcTTNdvOUrUZa8qLpxZY6UqAqZkuqUpQnpSZd0NE1hv8qGVrPFXMIvUp6yvCToHkHbzUiUmZYQTaE24xlI5vuBnFYXns-A6tuY~5feQStaIha5t2KlUVlrFNaXoZqNzv2kJN0g7G8TqhfnBLaY0dBhjC-bmzw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Goldsboro City Council on Sept. 8, 2025, unanimously authorized execution of a consulting agreement with Crossroads Strategies and approved a modified agreement with Friends of Seymour that adds explicit council input on legislative priorities and reporting expectations.

Council members debated whether the Crossroads contract should be expanded beyond its current mission to pursue quality-of-life objectives (housing, childcare, education, public safety). Several council members urged written direction and clarity on the scope of work; staff and council were clear that expanding Crossroads’ scope would require renegotiation and additional funding. Staff said Crossroads has indicated willingness to provide additional services under a revised contract.

Council amended the Friends of Seymour agreement to add language under Section 13 specifying that Friends of Seymour should engage on quality-of-life matters “including but not limited to childcare, housing, public safety, infrastructure, public education, and other legislative initiatives as defined in resolution by council.” Council also clarified expectations for liaison reporting: liaisons should report to elected bodies no less than quarterly and as often as necessary when conditions require. Council discussed monthly written updates from Crossroads as a possibility; Crossroads indicated openness to providing consistent reports.

The council noted coordination with Wayne County and said county leadership indicated support for extending or broadening joint consulting efforts should the city pursue that path. Council approved the Crossroads resolution authorizing the mayor to execute an agreement and approved the modified Friends of Seymour agreement; both votes were unanimous.

During the discussion, Ken Gerard of Friends of Seymour briefed council on ongoing federal advocacy tied to the National Defense Authorization Act and said the organization and Crossroads were actively pursuing language to protect operational squadrons at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base. Gerard and council emphasized the interconnectedness of protecting mission assets and addressing quality-of-life needs that support military families.

Council directed staff to finalize the Crossroads and Friends of Seymour agreements as modified and to return with any proposed addenda or changes (including potential joint city–county language) if council decides to expand the consultants’ scope.","Council approved a continuing agreement with Crossroads Strategies and an amended agreement with Friends of Seymour, adding council input on legislative initiatives and expectations for liaison reporting and communication.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6476187,"Goldsboro annexes Idlewood subdivision; Stony Creek annexation deferred for railroad signature",512,1030000,1542000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5731029-d568bcd100d0c2d9554daa6c97698eab&start=1030&end=1542","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5731029-d568bcd100d0c2d9554daa6c97698eab/thumbnail_1030000.jpg","/articles/6476187/Goldsboro/Wayne-County/North-Carolina/Goldsboro-annexes-Idlewood-subdivision-Stony-Creek-annexation-deferred-for-railroad-signature","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6476187-3eb3bc9622b925061cf2730c68cbef6b/orig.mp4?Expires=1771185195&Signature=VEbrbPbSaqWopqEEqiPuphgZUvpqVHbplUb7TRPvk~nnY~-oVpevsdJHz7EzAt567hJAWi19ZtXZPhV6PBQ14U1HTJuaPb3PXQJm03YoKs2WWNm1TJfA9f7A466rjdOqcFGDLSxk6elbtykJKcDHxS~Vg01~9NgSV2ig15CWrdxc69wMOFe-DuhieBKRoUqDqpQx5qH2CKeYUGi0kWlGLxapLL4deD1LjMXRd~U64S38TCEU-UpteJBf1cl4NiG4b-vIXFiv4pze8YAzVMril8T9JYNd7csaG3uyp4st~qE4~Bljt1j-aM70VgqoDl7EDk8hXWUgCwBNwwvNxd1nMg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Goldsboro City Council on Sept. 8, 2025, adopted an ordinance to annex roughly 50 acres for the Idlewood subdivision and voted to table a separate, city-initiated annexation for part of Stony Creek until the council’s Oct. 6 meeting.

City staff said the Idlewood petition was a voluntary, contiguous annexation petition submitted by the property owner, Nolan Commercial Contractors Inc., for roughly 50 acres on West U.S. Highway 70 between Carolina Circle and Brentwood Drive. Planning staff told council the petition meets the statutory tests for contiguous annexation and is not a site-plan approval; the annexation would permit future extension of city sewer to the development.

Planning staff said the residential proposal would create about 124 single-family lots with an average lot size near 10,000 square feet. Using preliminary assumptions presented to council — an illustrative home price cited in staff materials and the city’s current tax rate — staff estimated the city tax on a representative $325,000 home at about $2,242.50 and an estimated total buildout value of roughly $40.3 million. City planning recommended approval of the annexation petition.

Engineer John Thomas, representing the petitioner, took no additional remarks during the public hearing. No members of the public spoke during the annexation public hearing. Council then voted to adopt the annexation ordinance; the vote was recorded as unanimous.

Separately, council considered a city-initiated annexation (Stony Creek) on Royal Avenue intended to close a municipal “donut hole.” Staff reported the North Carolina Railroad Company owns an adjacent parcel and its signature on the contiguous-petition paperwork is required for the city to complete the process. Because the railroad’s signature had not been secured, council voted unanimously to table that petition until its Oct. 6 meeting.

Both items were discussed as annexation questions only; neither action approved site plans, construction permits or zoning changes beyond the act of annexation itself. Staff noted fire, police and refuse services would be provided to annexed areas and that water would be supplied through the appropriate water provider once infrastructure extensions were completed.

Council did not record a roll-call listing of individual yes/no votes in the public transcript but stated both decisions passed unanimously.

Looking ahead, staff said the newly annexed Idlewood area would be included in District 1 unless council directs staff otherwise and that subsequent approvals (site plan, utilities extensions, and subdivision plats) will come back to planning and council as required.","The Goldsboro City Council approved a voluntary annexation for the Idlewood (Idlel—Idlewood/Idyllwild) subdivision covering about 50 acres and 124 proposed lots, and unanimously tabled a city-initiated annexation at Stony Creek until Oct. 6 after the North Carolina Railroad Company declined to sign the petition.","actionData","errors"]

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