CPRC News & Updates

March 19, 2025

Welcome to "The Pine Needler," your go-to source for all things happening in the Central Pines Region! We're here to keep you in the loop with our bi-monthly updates on upcoming events and regional news. Stay connected with us as we bring you the latest happenings and stories that will surely make your day pine-tastic!

In This Edition:

In Every Edition:

Rescheduled Regional Day: April 4
Free Support for Local Governments on EV Charging Policies
Seeking Sponsors for LOGO Career Expo
SOG Quasi-Judicial Board Workshop

Popular Links & Resources
Career Opportunities
Upcoming Events

Rescheduled Regional Day: April 4

We have rescheduled Regional Day!

Elected officials and managers—mark your calendars for Friday, April 4! This event is designed to help you thrive in your role, deepen your understanding of our region, and connect with key partners and neighboring colleagues.

Already registered for the February date and still planning to attend? No action needed!
Now able to join us? Be sure to register below!

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and strengthen your network!

CPRC Website Survey

Help us improve our website by taking the survey below!

Take the Survey

Free Support for Local Governments on EV Charging Policies

The Charging Smart program offers FREE technical assistance to municipalities and counties to help lower barriers to EV chargers deployment and adopt EV-friendly policies. Check out the one-pager below for more details and learn how to apply for the Spring cohort by March 21!

All local governments within the United States, including towns, cities, and counties, are eligible for participation in the Charging Smart program. When you join Charging Smart, you will be connected to free technical assizstance to help you adopt and implememnt nationally-recognized best practices that remove barriers to the development of EV charging infrastructure. The Charging Smart program draws from a team that includes over two dozen national and regional organizations with expertise in EVs and EV charging deployment. This team works with local jurisdictions on topics such as planning, zoning, permitting, utility engagement, incentives, fleet operations, and shared mobility.

Learn more about Charging Smart

CPRC team at 2024 LOGO Expo

Local Government Career Expo Seeking Event Sponsors

We had a great turnout at our first ever regional Local Government Career Expo last year and we are now in the planning process for this year's event! We are currently seeking sponsors for this year's event. If your organization is interested in becoming a sponsor, please contact Alana Keegan at akeegan@centralpinesnc.gov. Registration for employers will be coming soon!

SOG Quasi-Judicial Board Workshop

The School of Government is hitting the road. In April and May, they will be in regional locations across the state to lead half-day workshops on quasi-judicial zoning decisions. These workshops will focus on the procedures and considerations for variances, special use permits, and appeals of staff decisions. The target audience is boards of adjustment and other boards making quasi-judicial decisions, as well as the staff who serve them.

The workshop that will be held in the Central Pines region will be Thursday, April 17 from 1:00 - 4:40 pm in Pinehurst at the Pinehurst Assembly Hall.

Career Opportunities

CPRC Openings

CPRC Job Openings

Work Local in the Central Pines Region

There are so many amazing career opportunities to serve your community and work for local government in the Central Pines Region. Check out the most recent job postings here!

Public Works Director (Zebulon)
Information Technology Manager (Hillsborough)
Town Clerk (Zebulon)

Post an Opening on our Regional Jobs Board

Upcoming Events & Opportunities

Event	When & Where	Details
Regional Managers Meeting	Wednesday, March 26 12:00 - 1:30 pm CPRC Office \| Durham	If you have questions, please contact Lee Worsley
CPRC Executive Committee Meeting	Wednesday, March 26 @ 6:00 pm Virtual	For full Board schedule, click HERE
Regional Day	Friday, April 4 9:00 am - 1:30 pm CPRC Office \| Durham	Learn more and register HERE
Leading with Respect for Local Elected Officials	Thursday, April 10 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Chapel Hill	Cost: $225 Learn more and register HERE
Working with Advisory Boards & Committees	Friday, April 11 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Kernersville	Cost: $225 Learn more and register HERE
UNC School of Government Regional Board Workshop	Thursday, April 17 1:00 - 4:30 pm Pinehurst	Learn more and register HERE