NC Bill to Shift Jacksonville Council to At-Large
Key Questions
What is HB 1038?
HB 1038 is a North Carolina House bill proposing to end Jacksonville's ward-based city council elections and switch to at-large elections starting in 2027. The bill is currently under review by an NC House committee with local input.
What did the Jacksonville City Council discuss about HB 1038 on May 4?
On May 4, the city council held its first open discussions on HB 1038, weighing concerns about equity, past lawsuits from people of color, and the need for more public input. No action was taken on the bill.
What other items were on the Jacksonville City Council agenda?
The May 4 agenda also included discussions on sewer rates and rules for utility terrain vehicles (UTVs). These topics were addressed alongside the HB 1038 discussions.
What is the current status of the bill to shift Jacksonville Council seats?
An NC House panel is reviewing the bill to shift Jacksonville City Council seats to at-large elections. The process involves local input, and the situation is still developing.
When is the Onslow Supervisors meeting related to this issue?
The Onslow County Supervisors are scheduled to meet on May 6. This follows the Jacksonville City Council's May 4 discussions on HB 1038 and related local matters.
HB 1038 proposes ending ward system for at-large elections from 2027; NC House committee reviewing with local input. City council May 4 weighed equity, past POC lawsuits, public input push, no action; agenda covers sewer rates, UTV rules; Onslow Supervisors meet May 6.