Public Notice: Public Hearing on justice grant

Notice is hereby given that the Kinston City Council will hold a Public Hearing at 5:30 pm on Tuesday, September 1st 2026, or as soon thereafter as may be heard, in City Hall Council Chambers, 207 East King Street, Kinston, NC and/or by virtual format. The following item will be heard:

1. The City of Kinston (Police Department), in conjunction with Lenoir County (Sheriff’s Office), has received notice of eligibility and preapproval from the Bureau of Justice Assistance entitled 2025 FY25 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) - Local Solicitation, O-BJA-2025-172542. The amount of funding available to be divided equally between the City of Kinston and Lenoir County for this period is $14,570. This grant does not require a match from the City of Kinston or Lenoir County.

The aforementioned item(s) may be changed or amended at the public hearing. Citizens are encouraged to attend and express opinions at the hearing. Copies may be obtained from the address below. Persons with special needs should contact the City Clerk at 252-939-3115 at least two work days prior to the date of the hearing.

Keith Goyette

Chief of Police

205 East King Street, PO Drawer 339, Kinston, NC 25802-0339

252-939-3144 or keith.goyette@kinstonnc.gov