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County accepts $50,000 Bate Foundation grant for Nature Park and approves kayak-kiosk MOU

Craven County Board of Commissioners · February 16, 2026
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Summary

The board accepted a $50,000 Harold Bate Foundation grant (with a required $50,000 county match) to fund amenities at the new Craven County Nature Park and approved an MOU allowing a TDA-funded self-service kayak rental kiosk at Creekside Park.

Craven County commissioners on Feb. 16 approved accepting a $50,000 grant from the Harold Bate Foundation to help fund amenities for the new Craven County Nature Park, contingent on a $50,000 county match.

Mark Seymour, recreation and parks director, said the grant will help pay for restrooms, a shelter, a dock and infrastructure including trails for the 176-acre Nature Park. "Funding is allocated…

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