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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Pender County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Fate of the old DHHS building
Renovating the old DHHS building is likely off the table — asbestos and sewer problems make it cost-prohibitive, according to the facilities director.
County Trash Fees for Private-Hauler Customers
Commissioner Tate flagged that residents who hire private trash companies still pay the county's trash fee because those haulers use county convenience sites. He asked whether the GFL contract pricing could be renegotiated.
Newspaper Advertising Spending
The county switched its legal ads to the Wilmington Star-News, and spending dropped compared to years with the Pender-Topsail Post and Voice — though the comparison isn't apples-to-apples since only legally required ads were placed. George asked for a better comparison.