Upcoming Appointments
Following is a list of Boards and Committees that have terms expiring during the next 3 months. The list highlights when the item will be presented to the Board of Commissioners along with any special requirements that may pertain to the appointment.
An application must be submitted in order for your name to be considered for a Board or Committee appointment. Any questions call Skyler Foley 475.5700.
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The Planning Board meets to review and recommend action on land use and development plans and issues for the unincorporated areas of Dare County.
3 terms expiring February 2026
Contact: Noah Gillam
252-475-5873
[email protected]
The Dare County Transportation System is required by the State's Community Transportation Program to have a local Transportation Advisory Board. The Transportation Board is expected to maintain a minimum level of coordinated transportation services and to maintain ongoing communications as a means of seeking public involvement and ongoing administrative oversight. The Board consists of members from the community representing the following sectors: Human Service Agencies, Private Sector, Public/Business and Government Agencies.
1 term expiring March 2026
Contact: Radcliff Hester
252-475-5641
[email protected]
The mission of the Dare County Airport Authority is to manage the operation, maintenance and improvement of air services and facilities for the use, convenience, and benefit of the air traveling public.
1 term expiring April 2026
Contact: Marge Stauffer
475-5572
[email protected]
Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (JCPC)
As outlined and funded by the Juvenile Justice Reform Act of 1998, Juvenile Crime Prevention Council assumes responsibility for assessing needs, funding community-based alternatives for troubled youth who enter the courts, and supporting prevention programs.
1 term expiring April 2026
Contact: Shannon T. Glaser
475-5753
[email protected]
Manns Harbor Marina Commission
The Manns Harbor Marina Commission is a seven-member group representing recreational, commercial and local interests for the self- governing mutual purpose of Manns Harbor Marina. The commission meets six times per year and reports directly to the Dare County Board of Commissioners.
3 terms expiring April 2026
Contact: Ladd Bayliss
252.207.5894
[email protected]
Older Adult Services Advisory Council
The Council advises Dare County in its efforts to promote, organize, plan, and coordinate services and programs for residents and visitors to Dare County who are 55 years of age and older.
2 terms expiring April 2026
Contact: Jenna Wienert
475-5636
[email protected]
The Veterans Advisory Council helps Dare County Veterans by serving as a liaison with the community in coordinating services and activities benefiting veterans and their families. Members of the Veterans Advisory Council solicit information and provide updates about community-based activities honoring veterans.
2 terms expiring May 2026
Contact: Patty O'Sullivan
252.475.5604
Patricia.O'[email protected]
Zoning Board of Adjustment - Dare County
The Board of Adjustment meets to hear variances and appeals related to land use issues in the unincorporated areas of Dare County. The Chair is appointed by the Board of Commissioners and the Planning Department serves as administrative staff for this Board.
2 terms expiring May 2026
Meeting Schedule: As Needed.
Contact: Noah Gillam
252.475.5873
[email protected]
An application must be submitted in order for your name to be considered for a Board or Committee appointment. Any questions call Skyler Foley 475.5700.
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February 2026
Planning BoardThe Planning Board meets to review and recommend action on land use and development plans and issues for the unincorporated areas of Dare County.
3 terms expiring February 2026
- John DeBoy (Appointed 11/21 to complete term of Michael Barr Appt. 12/22 Appt. as Chairman 2/24)
- Beth Midgett (Appointed 08/04; Reappointed 02/06, 02/08, 02/11, 02/14, 02/17; 02/20; 12/22)
- David Overton (Appointed 02/08; Reappointed 02/11, 02/14, 02/17; 02/20; 12/22)
Contact: Noah Gillam
252-475-5873
[email protected]
March 2026
Transportation Advisory BoardThe Dare County Transportation System is required by the State's Community Transportation Program to have a local Transportation Advisory Board. The Transportation Board is expected to maintain a minimum level of coordinated transportation services and to maintain ongoing communications as a means of seeking public involvement and ongoing administrative oversight. The Board consists of members from the community representing the following sectors: Human Service Agencies, Private Sector, Public/Business and Government Agencies.
1 term expiring March 2026
- Tiffanie Herring (Apptd. 11/22 to complete term of Stephanie Webb)
Contact: Radcliff Hester
252-475-5641
[email protected]
April 2026
Airport AuthorityThe mission of the Dare County Airport Authority is to manage the operation, maintenance and improvement of air services and facilities for the use, convenience, and benefit of the air traveling public.
1 term expiring April 2026
- Wally Overman (Appointed 01/15; Reappointed 04/18; 3/22 1/24 - Moved from Commissioner Seat to At-Large Seat)
Contact: Marge Stauffer
475-5572
[email protected]
Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (JCPC)
As outlined and funded by the Juvenile Justice Reform Act of 1998, Juvenile Crime Prevention Council assumes responsibility for assessing needs, funding community-based alternatives for troubled youth who enter the courts, and supporting prevention programs.
1 term expiring April 2026
- Jamie Koch (Appointed 04/21; Filling term of Todd Heineche, Reapptd. 09/21, 10/23- Filling term of Stephanie Baker; 4/24)
Contact: Shannon T. Glaser
475-5753
[email protected]
Manns Harbor Marina Commission
The Manns Harbor Marina Commission is a seven-member group representing recreational, commercial and local interests for the self- governing mutual purpose of Manns Harbor Marina. The commission meets six times per year and reports directly to the Dare County Board of Commissioners.
3 terms expiring April 2026
- Jeff James (Appointed 04/13; Reappointed 04/16, 04/18, 06/20, 3/22, 4/24)
- Paul Mann, V (Appointed 04/13; Reappointed 04/16, 04/18, 06/20, 3/22, 4/24)
- Audra Shackelford (Apptd. 4/24)
Contact: Ladd Bayliss
252.207.5894
[email protected]
Older Adult Services Advisory Council
The Council advises Dare County in its efforts to promote, organize, plan, and coordinate services and programs for residents and visitors to Dare County who are 55 years of age and older.
2 terms expiring April 2026
- Mary Ellen Holland (Apptd 4/22)
- Margaret Reber-Dennis (Appt. 4/22 Appt. as Chair 7/24)
Contact: Jenna Wienert
475-5636
[email protected]
May 2026
Veterans Advisory CouncilThe Veterans Advisory Council helps Dare County Veterans by serving as a liaison with the community in coordinating services and activities benefiting veterans and their families. Members of the Veterans Advisory Council solicit information and provide updates about community-based activities honoring veterans.
2 terms expiring May 2026
- Lisa Lloyd (Appointed 2/24 to fill unexpired term.)
- Richard Probst (Appointed 5/19; reapptd. 6/20, 4/23 )
Contact: Patty O'Sullivan
252.475.5604
Patricia.O'[email protected]
Zoning Board of Adjustment - Dare County
The Board of Adjustment meets to hear variances and appeals related to land use issues in the unincorporated areas of Dare County. The Chair is appointed by the Board of Commissioners and the Planning Department serves as administrative staff for this Board.
2 terms expiring May 2026
- Anna Creef (Appointed 06/03; Reappointed 05/05, 05/08, 05/11, 05/14, 05/17; 06/20; 4/23)
- Edward Mann, Jr. (Appointed 05/17; Reapptd. 6/20; 4/23)
Meeting Schedule: As Needed.
Contact: Noah Gillam
252.475.5873
[email protected]
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