Volume 34 | January 2023

Message from Mayor Allen

Greetings,



Welcome to the January 2023 edition of our Town newsletter. Can you believe it? A whole new year! As I reflect on the past 12 months and what our community has achieved, I feel proud and honored to be your Mayor. Thank you for your ongoing support, innovation, and team spirit. We're excited to see what this year holds, and to embrace the upcoming projects in our town including the NC133 widening project, the bike path along NC133 connecting neighborhoods to Belville Elementary, and the extension of the Riverwalk! Cheers to another incredible year ahead of us.



I appreciate each of you for taking the time and effort to be part of the growth of Belville. We are excited for our future, none of which would be possible without our residents and businesses. 


As always, take care of each other!

 

Sincerely,

Mike Allen, Mayor

Contents

Board of Commissioners Meeting

Town Updates

  • Upcoming Events
  • Park Updates
  • COVID - 19 Updates
  • Town Emergency Information Website

Monthly How-To: Sticking to Your Resolutions

Monthly Meetings Schedule

Board of Commissioners Meeting

Board of Commissioners Meeting


  • Commissioner Merrill was reappointed as the CFCOG (Cape Fear Council of Governments) delegate. Mayor Mike Allen was reappointed as the alternate.
  • Jim Bucher was recognized for his 7-year work anniversary.
  • Several resolutions passed, including:
  • R22-39: Resolution supporting the town of Belville's Grant Application to the NC Division of Water Resources for Belville Stormwater Feasibility Study and commitment of matching funds
  • R22-40: Resolution supporting the Wilmington Urban Area Metropolitan Planning Organization's Application to the North Carolina Department of Transportation for the Integrated Mobility Division Feasibility Study Grant Program to complete a feasibility study for a multi-use path along the Gullah-Geechee Heritage Corridor

Town Updates

Live Christmas Tree Recycling

Brunswick County Landfill

Live Christmas trees are accepted at the Brunswick County Landfill in Bolivia at no charge from Jan. 2– Jan. 31, 2023. After Jan. 31, normal tipping fees apply. All ornaments, lights and decorations must be removed.


Brunswick County Convenience Centers

Live Christmas trees are accepted for $5 per tree at the convenience centers from Jan. 2– Jan. 31, 2023. All ornaments, lights, and decorations must be removed.

Note: Artificial trees are NOT recyclable and will need to be disposed of as household trash. Normal tipping fees will apply.

Gray Fox Court Drainage Repairs

We are excited to see progress on the Gray Fox Court drainage system project and will keep you updated as this much-needed upgrade is completed.

N.C. Office of Recovery and Resiliency seeks Public Feedback

The N.C. Office of Recovery and Resiliency (NCORR) is seeking public comment on proposed amendments to three action plans for the use of U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) and Community Development Block Grant-Mitigation (CDBG-MIT) funds in areas of the state impacted by hurricanes Matthew and Florence. The proposed action plan amendments include changes to previously approved federally funded programs that support the state’s long-term recovery from storm damage while also building future resiliency.


The public comment periods for all three action plans begin Dec. 9 and close at 5 p.m. on the following dates:

CDBG-DR Matthew: Monday, Jan. 9, 2023

CDBG-DR Florence: Monday, Jan. 9, 2023

CDBG-Mitigation: Monday, Jan. 23, 2023


Drafts of the Substantial Action Plan Amendment 10 for Hurricane Matthew funding, Substantial Action Plan Amendment 4 for Hurricane Florence funding, and Substantial Action Plan Amendment 4 for Mitigation funding are available for review online. The public is strongly encouraged to submit comments by email to [email protected]. Comments may also be submitted by U.S. Postal Service to NCORR Public Comments, P.O. Box 110465, Durham, NC 27709.


Belville ABC Board Vacancy

The Town of Belville is now accepting applications from Brunswick County residents who are interested in an appointment to the Belville ABC Board. The appointee will serve a three-year term that begins in January of 2023. Applications are available online at www.townofbelville.com under the Town Forms tab or at the Belville Town Hall, located at 63 River Road, Belville, North Carolina. Office hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday.


The deadline for submission is Tuesday, January 17, 2023 at 4 pm.


For additional information regarding the vacancy, please contact

Sharon Niemann, Town Clerk, at (910)371-2456. The application can be found here.

Belville Planner Job Opening

The Town of Belville is seeking an experienced and energetic Planner. Significant changes are happening in Belville in land development and growth. Reports to Town Manager. Responsibilities include current & long-range planning, coordinating tech. review of development & zoning regs/apps, assisting Planning Board and Board of Commissioners. Must have excellent written, oral & organizational skills and significant site plan review. Engineering experience preferred. Exp. Bach.’s deg. in planning or related field & 2 yrs. of relevant exp. req’d. Must be AICP certified. Knowledge/proficiency using ArcGIS; MS Office; ability to work both independently & in team environment.


Please refer to website to review current initiatives, development activity & review more detailed position material. Submit resume by mail to: Town Manager, 63 River Road, Belville, NC 28451 or by email. More information can be found here.


No calls or visits please. An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Belville Deputy Finance Officer Job Opening

The Town of Belville is seeking an experienced and energetic Deputy Finance Officer. Reports to and assists Town Manager/Finance Officer with the following responsibilities: serves as a strategic partner in support of all town missions delegated by the Board of Commissioners with responsibility for all financial services, including general accounting, payroll, investments, treasury functions, grants, financial reporting, the capital improvement plan, budgetary compliance, providing fiscal and budget staff support for departments, and procurement. Must have excellent written, oral & org. skills. Exp. Bach.’s deg. in finance or related field & 2 yrs. of relevant exp. req’d. Knowledge/proficiency using Excel and MS Office; ability to work both independently & in team environment.


Please refer to website to review current initiatives, development activity & review more detailed position material. Submit resume by mail to: Town Manager, 63 River Road, Belville, NC 28451 or by email. More information can be found here.


No calls or visits please. An Equal Opportunity Employer.


Park Updates

Congratulations Seaview Crab Company

Seaview Crab Company has been named one of the top small businesses in the state by Business North Carolina magazine! Seaview was one of four businesses recognized in Business North Carolina’s annual Small Businesses of the Year awards. This year’s winners were selected by a panel of three judges who considered the creativity, persistence and community impact of more than 75 applicants across the state. We're proud of you!

Seaview Crab Company and Angies Produce

Seaview Crab Company and Angies Produce will both be closed for the season and will return in the Spring. 

Duke Energy Education Pavillion

The Duke Energy Education Pavilion is located along the Park's boardwalk. If your organization would like to conduct a training session or educational retreat at this facility Please contact us to make a reservation (910) 371-2456.

Thank You Brunswick Community College

A huge thank you to the volunteers from Brunswick Community College who helped at the park in the Fall. With their help, we sanded the shelters and removed staples to assist in preparation for them being repainted. We appreciate you!

COVID-19 Updates

Brunswick County COVID Tracker - Weekly Community Level Data (January 1)

Town Emergency Information Website

You may access the Town's emergency information page by clicking here or visiting us at townofbelville.com/emergency-information/. Here you will also find a link to sign up for Brunswick Electric Membership Corporation's (BEMC) outage texting service known as COAST (Cooperative Outage and Status Texting). This service will allow members to report and receive an outage status.


On the emergency information page, you will also find a list of important phone numbers, the NCDOT Division 3 Guide, the Brunswick County Access and Functional Needs form, along with several other important pieces of information relating to our Town.

Monthly How-To

Stick to your Resolutions

A new year is always a great opportunity to start fresh and make your goals happen; to get inspired and make changes to your lifestyle for the better. Here are 3 proven ways to stick to your New Year resolutions and maximize your chances of not giving up.

  1. Start Small: You may be feeling motivated and excited about your goal, but don’t let your ambition lead you to unattainable levels. Giving yourself the ability to meet your goal in small steps can help you avoid discouragement along the way.
  2. Make a Plan: So you know what you want to accomplish, but make sure you also determine the when, where, and why of your vision. Establish an action plan and set yourself on the right path to achieve your goal.
  3. Stay Positive: It can be difficult to make changes in your life, but focusing on the negative side will only discourage you. Believe in your goal and try to constantly remind yourself of the benefits and the impact it will have on your life. Focusing on the positives will help you stick to your resolution and make it happen.

Monthly Meeting Schedule

January Monthly Meeting Schedule*



  1. Parks and Recreation Meeting, January 12th, 6:00 PM
  2. Board of Commissioners Meeting, January 23rd, 6:30 PM


The Belville Planning Board Meeting which was scheduled for Tuesday, January 10, 2023 has been postponed. A future meeting date will be announced.


*Please check with the Town or follow press releases and notifications for meeting cancellations and changes. If you would like to get notified about meeting schedules via our email sunshine list please contact [email protected]

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