The Wayne County Health Department will be hosting two weekend Pfizer vaccine clinics for anyone needing a first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The county asks that recipients schedule an appointment at www.waynegov.com/vaccine, but walk-ups will also be accepted. The weekend vaccine clinics will be: May 15, 2021 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Goldsboro High…… read more »
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Wayne County Health Department Hosting Two Weekend Vaccine Events
City Planning For $8.7 Million From The American Rescue Plan
Another round of coronavirus relief funding is coming to local governments, and the City of Goldsboro is planning how to spend its share. At the last council meeting, Goldsboro City Manager Tim Salmon explained the city is expecting $8.7 million through the American Rescue Plan – $4.375 million this year and another $4.375 million next…… read more »
Wayne County Emergency Management Monitoring Fuel Disruptions
On May 7, the Colonial Pipeline system reported a ransomware cyber-attack, resulting in a temporary shutdown of that line. The Colonial Pipeline is a fuel pipeline that delivers a majority of the fuel products to North Carolina. Governor Roy Cooper has loosened restrictions on vehicles transporting petroleum products in North Carolina to assist in keeping…… read more »
Bill To Expand Care For Children With Autism Approved By Legislature
On Monday, the state legislature gave final approval to legislation introduced by House Majority Leader John Bell (R-Wayne) and Senate Majority Whip Jim Perry (R-Lenoir) to streamline and expand access to care for children with autism. The bill, which passed both the House and Senate unanimously, now goes to the Governor for his signature. Currently,…… read more »
Council Adopts Decorum Rules For Public Comment Sessions
The Goldsboro City Council approves new decorum for its public comment sessions. At the last April meeting, the council approved returning to holding a public comment period at each of the council’s two regular monthly meetings. Speakers will be limited to three minutes each and the entire public comment session is not to exceed 30…… read more »
Commissioners Meet With Wayne County Delegates
On Wednesday, the Wayne County Board of Commissioners met with Wayne County’s General Assembly delegation to receive a legislative review and update. Representative John R. Bell, IV shared positive news regarding CARES Act funding and American Rescue Plan Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) funding that will be distributed to the County, municipalities, and…… read more »
County Commissioners Begin Talks On Flooding Issues
A discussion is underway on how to address flooding problems in Wayne County. At the last Wayne County Board meeting, Commissioner Bevan Foster brought up his concerns regarding the ongoing flooding that occurs regularly throughout the county. Foster suggests bringing in professionals to look at steps for solving Wayne County’s flooding issues, including looking at…… read more »
City To host Virtual Career Fair May 5
The City of Goldsboro’s Human Resources Department will host a virtual career fair from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 5. Representatives will be available to discuss job opportunities and share general information about working in local government. Those interested in participating in the event should visit https://www.goldsboronc.gov/human-resources/virtual-career-fair/ to register. Visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/goldsboronc to view…… read more »
City, County Offices Closed For Good Friday
The following schedule changes will be observed for Good Friday: Goldsboro City Offices will be closed on Friday, April 2, for Good Friday. County of Wayne Government Offices closed Friday, April 2, 2021. Offices will reopen on Monday, April 5, 2021 for normal business hours. All branches of the Wayne County Public Library closed Friday and…… read more »
Lawmakers Develop Comprehensive Flood Plan
– From the offices of Senator Jim Perry & Senator Danny Britt – Since 2016, North Carolina has experienced $22 Billion in damages related to major flood events related to two hurricanes, Matthew (2016) and Florence (2018). Eastern North Carolina communities are on the frontlines of flooding, whether it be from tropical storms, hurricanes, or…… read more »
