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.
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March 2026
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.
1 term expiring March 2026
- Tiffanie Herring (Apptd. 11/22 to complete term of Stephanie Webb)
Meeting Schedule: Quarterly. Dare County Center.
Contact: Radcliff Hester
252-475-5641
[email protected]
April 2026
Airport Authority
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
- Wally Overman (Appointed 01/15;
Reappointed 04/18; 3/22
1/24 - Moved from Commissioner Seat to At-Large Seat)
Meeting Schedule: 4th Wednesday of each month. Dare County Regional Airport.
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)
Meeting Schedule: 2nd Tuesday of the Month. Dare County Administration Building. 954 Marshall C. Collins Drive, Manteo NC 27954.
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)
Meeting Schedule: Bimonthly.
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)
Meeting Schedule: 2nd Wednesday of February, May, September and November.. Various locations within Dare County.
Contact: Jenna Wienert
475-5636
[email protected]
May 2026
Veterans Advisory Council
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
- Lisa Lloyd (Appointed 2/24 to fill unexpired term.)
- Richard Probst (Appointed 5/19; reapptd. 6/20, 4/23
)
Meeting Schedule: 4th Thursday of each month. Dare County Administration Building. 954 Marshall C. Collins Drive, Manteo NC 27954.
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)
Compensation: Compensation at same rate as Planning Board.
Meeting Schedule: As Needed.
Contact: Noah Gillam
252.475.5873
[email protected]
June 2026
College of the Albemarle Board of Trustees
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
- David Reide Corbett (Appointed 06/17; Reapptd. 5/21. 5/25 for one year to follow G.S. 155D-12)
Meeting Schedule: College of the Albemarle, Elizabeth City Campus.
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)
Contact: Town of Nags Head
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)
Meeting Schedule: Quarterly. Fessenden Center, Buxton.
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)
Meeting Schedule: 3rd Wednesday of each month.
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)
Meeting Schedule: 2nd Tuesday of the Month. Dare County Administration Building. 954 Marshall C. Collins Drive, Manteo NC 27954.
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)
Meeting Schedule: 2nd Thursday in January, April, July and October. Rotates among three libraries (Manteo, Hatteras and Kill Devil Hills).
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)
Meeting Schedule: Quarterly or as needed. Manns Harbor Community Building.
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
Meeting Schedule: Meets as needed. Determined by Chairman.
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)
Meeting Schedule: 1st Wednesday of each month. Roanoke Island Community Center. 723 Sir Walter Raleigh Street Manteo.
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)
Meeting Schedule: Quarterly. Dare County Center.
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)
Compensation: Members $50 per meeting Chairman $75 per meeting
Meeting Schedule: Monthly, odd months in Manteo, even months in Buxton.
Contact: Barton Grover
475-5628
[email protected]
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