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County manager reports positive year-end; commissioners approve $10 million transfer for HHS EOC and other capital items
Summary
County manager reported stronger-than-expected fiscal-year results, and the board approved a budget amendment that includes a $10 million transfer toward the DHHS EOC building plus smaller capital purchases; commissioners debated specifics but approved the amendment by voice vote.
The Brunswick County manager reported a positive year-end financial position and recommended several year-end capital allocations. Commissioners approved a budget amendment that would reallocate year-end funds, including a proposed $10 million transfer toward the design and construction of a DHHS emergency operations center (EOC), and smaller capital items.
During an overview, the manager said county population has climbed and is now estimated above 175,000, with annual gains of about 7,000–8,000 residents; staff noted demand increases for schools, water and sewer, and other services.…
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