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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Nash County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Williams Haven Major Subdivision Sketch Plan
A resident petition with roughly 400 signatures asks the county to pause major subdivisions and complete public safety and infrastructure capacity assessments. The board didn't adopt a moratorium but directed staff and the attorney to study feasibility, including data centers.
Beulah Acres subdivision rezoning
A 22-acre farm tract on East Beulah Road was rezoned for a 26-lot subdivision, bringing new homes — and new neighbors — north of Nashville. The cemetery on the site will be preserved, and the lots will be on county water and septic systems.
CDBG Neighborhood Revitalization Grant Application
The county is seeking $950,000 to fix or rebuild homes for low- and moderate-income owners. A ranked beneficiaries list was approved after a public hearing.
Bissett's Bay Subdivision Rezoning
A 26-lot subdivision is proposed on 22.4 acres of farmland on E Beulah Road. Neighbors worry about more traffic and higher property taxes; the board added conditions to protect an old cemetery on the site. County commissioners make the final call.
Longleaf Reserve Subdivision
24 new homes are proposed on 26 acres along S Old Carriage Road in Rocky Mount. The board backed a longer-than-standard cul-de-sac because a stream and an existing subdivision block alternatives.
W.L. Greene School Property Redevelopment and Affordable Housing
The county is reviewing potential acquisition of the former W.L. Greene School property for possible affordable housing development using CDBG grant funds. Staff is researching acquisition costs and demolition requirements.
Economic Development Grant
Nash County received an extra $241,687 in federal coronavirus grant money to buy new stretchers and stair chairs for emergency medical services.
Economic Development
Nash County is getting a brand new Hollywood-style production studio, which means fresh jobs and some serious entertainment buzz coming to our local backyard. It's a huge shift for the small town and could totally change the local vibe.