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Board creates employee benefits and retention committee, delays start until after budget approval

New Hanover County Board of Education · February 10, 2026
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Summary

The board approved formation of a standing employee benefits and retention committee to recommend recruitment and retention strategies, but amended the motion so the committee will not begin work until after the board adopts the budget.

The New Hanover County Board of Education voted to create a standing Employee Benefits and Retention Committee during its February meeting, with an amendment delaying implementation until after the board approves the district budget.

Board member David Perry (motion sponsor) described the committee as a standing body that would include representatives from multiple employee groups and community partners. He said the goal is to explore ways—beyond immediate pay increases—to recruit…

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