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 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]
The Board of Trustees is the governing body of the College. Trustee responsibilities include making legal and financial decisions and approving the organization's mission, strategic goals, and objectives.
1 term expiring June 2026
Contact: Valerie Mueller, Exec Asst to President of COA
252-335-0821 ext. 2262
Extra Territorial Jurisdiction District (ETJ) - Town of Nags Head
Dare County appointee serves as a member of the Nags Head Planning Board as well as a member of the Nags Head Board of Adjustment and represents Dare County in the ETJ District.
1 term expiring June 2026
Fessenden Center Advisory Board
This Advisory Board establishes goals and policies to enhance the Fessenden Center operation and community outreach consistent with the goals, objectives, and policies of Dare County. The overall objective is to develop procedures and operations that improve the quality of life through interaction of all age groups on Hatteras Island.
6 terms expiring June 2026
Contact: Susan Gray
252.475.5649
[email protected]
Hatteras Community Center Board
This Board operates and maintains the Hatteras Village Community Center.
2 terms expiring June 2026
Contact: Dennis Robinson
252.475.4388
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.
4 terms expiring June 2026
Contact: Shannon T. Glaser
475-5753
[email protected]
Library Board - Dare
This Board establishes local policies within those set by the Regional Library Board and oversees the Library Trust Fund Budget, and also serves on the Board of the Dare County Library Foundation, a 501-C(3) tax- exempt organization. Meets quarterly.
1 term expiring June 2026
Contact: Meaghan Beasley
252-473-2372
[email protected]
Manns Harbor Community Center Board
This Board operates and maintains the community center facility and amenities for the use and benefit of Manns Harbor residents.
2 terms expiring June 2026
Contact: Vickie Craddock
252.423.1164
[email protected]
Northeastern Workforce Development Board
The Area Agency on Aging is the organization mandated under the provisions of the Older American's Act of 1965 to work on behalf of older adults and their caregivers in Region R. It is the Agency's mission to empower senior adults to enhance their quality of life through training, education, mediation, advocacy and coordination of services. The Council advocates on behalf of the senior population in their counties by reviewing and commenting on the laws, policies, actions and programs that affect older adults.
1 term expiring June 2026
Requirements:
Roanoke Island Community Center Board
This Board operates and maintains the Roanoke Island Community Center facility and amenities for the use and benefit of all members of the community.
2 terms expiring June 2026
Contact: Betty Selby
252-423-0958
Transportation Advisory Board
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.
3 terms expiring June 2026
Contact: Radcliff Hester
252-475-5641
[email protected]
Waterways Commission
The Dare County Waterways Commission advises the Board of Commissioners on inlets and waterways in Dare County. Working closely with community stakeholders, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the Coast Guard, and state officials, the Commission endeavors to safeguard and assure access to Dare County’s waterways.
4 terms expiring June 2026
Meeting Schedule: Monthly, odd months in Manteo, even months in Buxton.
Contact: Barton Grover
475-5628
[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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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]
June 2026
College of the Albemarle Board of TrusteesThe Board of Trustees is the governing body of the College. Trustee responsibilities include making legal and financial decisions and approving the organization's mission, strategic goals, and objectives.
1 term expiring June 2026
- David Reide Corbett (Appointed 06/17; Reapptd. 5/21. 5/25 for one year to follow G.S. 155D-12)
Contact: Valerie Mueller, Exec Asst to President of COA
252-335-0821 ext. 2262
Extra Territorial Jurisdiction District (ETJ) - Town of Nags Head
Dare County appointee serves as a member of the Nags Head Planning Board as well as a member of the Nags Head Board of Adjustment and represents Dare County in the ETJ District.
1 term expiring June 2026
- Gary Ferguson (Apptd. 6/23)
Fessenden Center Advisory Board
This Advisory Board establishes goals and policies to enhance the Fessenden Center operation and community outreach consistent with the goals, objectives, and policies of Dare County. The overall objective is to develop procedures and operations that improve the quality of life through interaction of all age groups on Hatteras Island.
6 terms expiring June 2026
- Mary Ellon Ballance (Appointed 01/25)
- Jennifer Cromwell (Apptd. 6/20/22 Apptd. as Chair 9/18/24)
- James Kenner (Apptd. 06/19 filling the vacancy due to the death of Louise Rossiter Reapptd; 5/22)
- Wendi Munden (Apptd. 6/22)
- Forrest Paddock (Appointed 02/17; Reappointed 06/18; 5/22)
- Marcie Shoemaker (Appointed 02/16; Reappointed 06/18; 06/20 apptd. as Chair; 5/22)
Contact: Susan Gray
252.475.5649
[email protected]
Hatteras Community Center Board
This Board operates and maintains the Hatteras Village Community Center.
2 terms expiring June 2026
- Rom Whitaker (Appointed 03/03; Reappointed 07/04, 07/06, 07/08, 07/10, 07/12, 07/14, 07/16, 06/18; 06/20; 5/22; 6/24)
- Laura C. Young (Appointed 6/18; Repptd. 6/20; 05/22; 6/24)
Contact: Dennis Robinson
252.475.4388
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.
4 terms expiring June 2026
- Shunia Burrus (Appointed 01/25 to fill unexpired term. )
- Spencer Gregory (Appointed 12/23 to fill Tim White's unexpired term. Reapptd: 6/24)
- Steven Vanover (Appointed 6/24)
- Stephen Wescott (Appointed 11/11; Reappointed 06/12, 06/14, 06/16, 06/18; 06/20; 5/22; 6/24)
Contact: Shannon T. Glaser
475-5753
[email protected]
Library Board - Dare
This Board establishes local policies within those set by the Regional Library Board and oversees the Library Trust Fund Budget, and also serves on the Board of the Dare County Library Foundation, a 501-C(3) tax- exempt organization. Meets quarterly.
1 term expiring June 2026
- Janice Willis (Appointed 06/14; Reappointed 06/17; 10/21; 5/23)
Contact: Meaghan Beasley
252-473-2372
[email protected]
Manns Harbor Community Center Board
This Board operates and maintains the community center facility and amenities for the use and benefit of Manns Harbor residents.
2 terms expiring June 2026
- Clyde Gard (Appointed 02/00; Reappointed 06/01, 06/04, 06/06, 06/08, 06/10, 06/12, 06/14, 06/16, 06/18; 06/20; 05/22; 6/24)
- Bonny Sawyer (Appointed 06/99; Reappointed 06/01, 06/04, 06/06, 06/08, 06/10, 06/12, 06/14, 06/16, 06/18; 06/20; 5/22; 6/24)
Contact: Vickie Craddock
252.423.1164
[email protected]
Northeastern Workforce Development Board
The Area Agency on Aging is the organization mandated under the provisions of the Older American's Act of 1965 to work on behalf of older adults and their caregivers in Region R. It is the Agency's mission to empower senior adults to enhance their quality of life through training, education, mediation, advocacy and coordination of services. The Council advocates on behalf of the senior population in their counties by reviewing and commenting on the laws, policies, actions and programs that affect older adults.
1 term expiring June 2026
- Bob Woodard (Appt: 5/25)
Requirements:
- Dare County appoints a Commissioner to serve on this Board.
Roanoke Island Community Center Board
This Board operates and maintains the Roanoke Island Community Center facility and amenities for the use and benefit of all members of the community.
2 terms expiring June 2026
- Lynette Ford (Appointed 06/18; Reapptd. 06/20; 5/22; 6/24 )
- Daniel Selby (Appointed 09/06; Reappointed 06/08, 06/10, 06/12, 06/14, 06/16, 06/18; 06/20; 5/22; 6/24)
Contact: Betty Selby
252-423-0958
Transportation Advisory Board
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.
3 terms expiring June 2026
- Alex Chandler (Appointed 06/18; 5/22 )
- Chuck Lycett (Appointed 09/18; 5/22 )
- Nessie Siler (Appointed 06/14; Reappointed 06/18; 5/22)
Contact: Radcliff Hester
252-475-5641
[email protected]
Waterways Commission
The Dare County Waterways Commission advises the Board of Commissioners on inlets and waterways in Dare County. Working closely with community stakeholders, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the Coast Guard, and state officials, the Commission endeavors to safeguard and assure access to Dare County’s waterways.
4 terms expiring June 2026
- Steve Coulter (Appointed 03/16; Reappointed 06/18; 06/20; 5/22; 6/24)
- Carson Creef (Appointed 01/25 to fill former Comm. Couch Seat)
- Ernie Foster (Appointed 02/08; Reappointed 06/08, 06/10, 06/12, 06/14, 06/16, 06/18; 06/20; 5/22; 6/24)
- Natalie Perry Kavanagh (Appointed 06/18; 06/20; 5/22; 6/24)
Meeting Schedule: Monthly, odd months in Manteo, even months in Buxton.
Contact: Barton Grover
475-5628
[email protected]
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