Albemarle Commission Council of Governments

08/21/2026

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08/20/2026

Are you doing a wetland restoration or reforestation project in North Carolina? Share the impact of your work with the NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources!

Share data on your shovel-ready restoration or reforestation projects initiated after July 1, 2020, in NC. De-identified, aggregated survey data will be incorporated into a forthcoming public dashboard to track and celebrate our collective restoration progress. The survey is intended for reporting projects funded by local governments, foundations, federal grants, companies, individual donors, or other non-state sources. (We are already gathering aggregated data on state-funded projects.) When responding, you'll want to have the following information handy: 1) Project location, timeline, partners and funders; 3) restored habitats, acreage, and restoration methods; and project benefits. We are seeking wide participation - please share with relevant North Carolina colleagues! The survey will close on August 21. Link and directions: https://arcg.is/0GXuWa3. Contact [email protected] if you need additional information!

08/19/2026

From the Albemarle Commission Connection—an update for local leaders across our 10-county region. Sign up at https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/5uoo09T/albemarlecommission?source_type=fbpo&source_id=bec53e21-9afa-429d-b040-09fbd59fe21e

Local Government Workshop Coming to Washington

The North Carolina Coastal Federation and North Carolina Coastal Reserve are hosting a workshop for local governments, agency partners, marine contractors, engineers, community leaders, and other interested participants.

The workshop will cover:

Developing local abandoned and derelict vessel programs and ordinances
Working with North Carolina’s state ADV program
Creating inspection programs for residential docks and piers
Incorporating more resilient docks and piers into local building requirements
Using resources and toolkits to implement local programs
Participating in the 2026–2030 NC Marine Debris Action Plan

Panelists will share practical experiences, implementation challenges, and lessons learned. Four continuing-education credits are available for planners, and certificates of participation will be provided for other professional-credit needs.

Washington Workshop
Date: September 15
Time: 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
Lunch: Provided
Cost: Free, with lunch and refreshments provided
Partial or full mileage reimbursement may be available.
For information, visit https://www.nccoast.org/event/local-government-adv-resilient-docks-workshop-washington

The NC Marine Debris Action Plan workshops will provide local governments in the 20 coastal counties with resources for implementing an inspection program

08/18/2026

Join us on Wednesday, September 9th from 12:30-1:30 PM at the VTCC for Falls Prevention Bingo presented by the Albemarle Commission Area Agency on Aging!

08/18/2026

🌲 WEYERHAEUSER IS HIRING! 🌲

Looking for your next career opportunity? Weyerhaeuser is hiring for several positions, and you’ll have the chance to learn more at an upcoming Hiring Event in Edenton!

Current opportunities include:
🔧 Maintenance Coordinator
⚙️ Maintenance Mechanical
⚡ Industrial Electrician
🛠️ Lubrication Tech
🪚 Saw Filer
🏭 Production Associate

📅 September 8
⏰ 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 NCWorks Career Center – Edenton
118 Blades St., Building B, Room 301

Weyerhaeuser offers benefits including retirement plans, paid time off, life insurance, career growth opportunities, competitive base pay, employee discounts and more!

The event is open to the public, so mark your calendar and start planning for your next career move!

📞 Questions? Call (252) 482-2195
🌐 Visit www.ncworks.gov

08/18/2026

From the Albemarle Commission Connection, an update for local leaders across our 10-county region.
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Legislative Watch:
Federal Grant Rules at Stake

Members of Congress are beginning their August district work period while negotiations continue over federal funding beyond September 30. One issue with significant implications for local governments is a proposed overhaul of the federal Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200), the rules governing nearly every federal grant, cooperative agreement, and pass-through award.

The proposed changes could:
* Increase administrative and reporting responsibilities
* Expand federal authority to pause or terminate grants
* Change audit, cost, and pass-through requirements
* Create additional uncertainty for communities managing federal awards

These effects could be particularly challenging for small and rural governments with limited grant-management capacity.

A Senate funding proposal would delay implementation of the new rules until at least December 11. The House has passed a different proposal that does not include the delay. Those differences remain unresolved and will be part of federal funding negotiations when Congress returns.

The National League of Cities and National Association of Counties are encouraging local officials to use the August district work period to contact their congressional delegation and support retaining the delay in any final funding agreement.

Information resources: https://www.naco.org/resource/omb-proposed-rule-2-cfr-part-200-county-resource-hub

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08/17/2026

From the Albemarle Commission Connection, an update for local leaders across our 10-county region.
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Help Document North Carolina’s
Restoration Progress
The NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources is gathering information about wetland restoration and reforestation projects initiated in North Carolina after July 1, 2020.

Local governments, conservation organizations, foundations, businesses, and other partners are encouraged to report eligible projects supported by local, federal, foundation, corporate, private, or other non-state funding. State-funded projects are already being tracked separately.

Participants should be prepared to provide information about:

Project location and timeline
Partners and funding sources
Habitat types and acreage restored
Restoration methods
Environmental and community benefits

Responses will be de-identified and combined for a forthcoming public dashboard highlighting restoration progress across North Carolina.

Survey deadline: August 21
Complete the survey: https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/cf33191102e548e88f124feb3247e172

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08/17/2026

From the Albemarle Commission Connection—an update for local leaders across our 10-county region. Sign up at https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/5uoo09T/albemarlecommission?source_type=fbpo&source_id=27f6826c-db51-47a3-9ef8-eaef75a13d45

Hurricane Marine Debris Removal Funding Available

The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation and NOAA are also accepting proposals for projects that assess, remove, and properly dispose of marine debris caused by Hurricane Helene and other eligible 2023–2024 storms.

Up to $11 million will be awarded. Local governments, state agencies, nonprofits, educational institutions, businesses, and other eligible organizations may apply. No matching funds are required.

Projects may include removal of:
Abandoned or displaced vessels
Damaged docks, piers, and other coastal infrastructure
Lost fishing gear
Submerged debris
Other man-made storm debris affecting waterways, shorelines, navigation, communities, or coastal habitats

Priority will be given to projects that have already identified and mapped debris, addressed hazardous materials, secured or begun securing permits, and planned for disposal or recycling. Applicants must demonstrate that the debris resulted from Hurricane Helene or another eligible storm.

Applicant webinar: August 20 at 2 p.m.
Proposal deadline: October 21 at 11:59 p.m.
For information, visit https://www.nfwf.org/programs/hurricane-response-marine-debris-removal-fund/hurricane-response-marine-debris-removal

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08/17/2026

The Albemarle Commission office will be closed Monday, Sept. 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day. The office will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026.