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Board hears bond-project updates; staff announces public-input meeting for 2026–27 budget

Carteret County Board of Education · January 7, 2026

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Staff reported punch-list work at West Carteret (auditorium renovation and HVAC testing) with a hoped-for completion around March, said East Carter High School’s art room is finished, and reminded the public of a Feb. 3, 2026 public-input session on the 2026–27 budget at 107 Seyfert Drive, Beaufort.

Bond-project manager Mister Paylor updated the board Jan. 6 on ongoing capital work, saying punch-list activities are underway at West Carteret High School and the auditorium renovation is expected to be complete around March. Paylor said contractors are continuing to test and balance the HVAC system.

At East Carter High School, Paylor said the art room is complete and occupied and that punch-list items continue there as well.

Separately, the chair announced a public comment session for input on the 2026–27 budget during the board meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026, at 6 p.m. at 107 Seyfert Drive in Beaufort; speakers must sign in at least 10 minutes prior and are limited to three minutes.

Paylor closed by thanking board members for their service during School Board Appreciation Month and offering best wishes for the spring semester; the meeting adjourned after routine motions.