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I feel compelled to address recent statements made by Lenoir County Commissioner Keith King and North Carolina House Representative Chris Humphrey regarding the City of Kinston’s proposed FY26 Budget and property tax rate. As the Mayor of Kinston, I believe the public deserves a clearer and more complete understanding of the facts, particularly those that were not fully explained or were presented without proper context.
I would like to personally thank Mr. Keith King, Mr. Lew Blevins, Mrs. Carol Blevins, Mr. Glen Olds and Ms. Glenda Thomas for taking the time to speak out at the recent Kinston City Council public hearing regarding the proposed property tax increase. As your representative in the North Carolina House, I want you to know that I stand with you in your concerns. I have shared my concerns with both Mayor Don Hardy and Mayor Pro Tem "Pearl" Hardy.
Kinston residents voiced frustration over rising property taxes and utility fees during a lengthy City Council meeting Tuesday evening, as city officials laid out a proposed $133 million budget for the 2025–26 fiscal year and celebrated the accomplishments of municipal employees.
The public is hereby advised that per G.S. 159-12, the City Manager has submitted the proposed budget for the City of Kinston for FY 2025-2026 to the Mayor and the City Council. A copy of the proposed budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2026 is on file in the office of the City Clerk, the Public Library and on the City of Kinston's website, www.kinstonnc.gov.
The City of Kinston has unveiled its proposed budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, totaling just over $133 million, up from $120 million last year. The proposed general operating property tax rate for FY 2025-2026 is $0.73 cents per $100 of assessed value, down from $0.77 cents the previous year. This comes on the heels of Lenoir County completing a county wide property revaluation. The proposed rate remains higher than the revenue-neutral rate of $0.5994 cents.
The Kinston City Council covered a full slate of action items Tuesday evening, advancing local development projects, community initiatives, and public safety permits during its regularly scheduled meeting at City Hall.
At 12:20 am, Kinston Department of Fire & Rescue was dispatched to the area of Stroud Avenue and Stadium Drive for a reported structure fire. Crews arrived on scene to a working fire from a single-story wood frame residential structure. All occupants were out of the structure
The City of Kinston reported a discharge of 13,250 gallons of untreated wastewater on February 16, 2025, due to a power outage at the Forrest Street lift station. Approximately 5,000 gallons entered the Adkin Branch floodway. City crews managed the situation with bypass pumps and are working on repairs and recovery efforts. The Division of Water Resources has been notified and is reviewing the incident.
Join U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Regional Administrator Allen Thomas and Kinston Mayor Dontario Hardy during a Small Business Town Hall on Thursday, November 7th, 2024, at the NCDOT Division Office in Kinston, NC from 9:00 am to 11:30 am.
Notice is hereby given that the Kinston City Council will hold a Public Hearing at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 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:
Performs intermediate protective service work providing fire suppression and emergency medical services under emergency conditions and frequently involving considerable personal hazard, and related work as required. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Fire Captain & Lieutenant.
Kinston Public Services was honored with the Public Power of Excellence Award by the Board of Directors at ElectriCities of North Carolina. The award recognizes the city’s exceptional achievements in providing efficient and reliable power to its residents.
The City of Kinston is moving forward with plans to demolish the condemned Super 8 Motel located on Highway 70 East, a major entryway into the city.
The Kinston City Council approved a $20,000 preservation and restoration grant for the Paramount Theater, a historic cultural venue in downtown Kinston, during a recent city council meeting. The grant is part of a broader effort to rehabilitate the theater, which is now owned by the nonprofit Smart Kinston City Project Foundation.
The City of Kinston and Jones County have declared a State of Emergency in response to Tropical Storm Debby.
The City of Kinston has released a new tool to help residents stay informed about local flooding risks. With Tropical Storm Debby bringing heavy rain to the area, it's crucial to be aware of flood-prone areas throughout Kinston. The maps below highlight regions susceptible to flash flooding. Please stay vigilant and remain indoors if possible. Additionally, the GIS tool provided by the City of Kinston shows current road closures.
The Annual Plan, Five Year Plan, Capital Fund Five Year Action Plan, and proposed changes to the Housing Choice Voucher Administrative Plan and Admissions and Continued Occupancy Plan of the Housing Authority of the City of Kinston, North Carolina is available for review for 45 days beginning July 29, 2024 at the Central Office located at 608 North Queen Street, Kinston, North Carolina and all Public Housing Managers’ Offices: 1. Carver Courts 301 East Bright St, Kinston, NC 28501 2. Jack Rountree 2114 Viking Dr, Kinston, NC 28501 3.
City officials, community leaders, and residents gathered to celebrate the grand opening of Kinston’s new Social District with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The event marked a significant milestone for the city, aiming to boost economic development and community engagement in the downtown area.
The City of Kinston is excited to announce the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony celebrating the opening of the Downtown Kinston Social District. The event will take place Wednesday, July 3rd, at 11:00 AM. The event will take place at the corner of W. North and N. Queen Street, with remarks by elected officials followed by the ribbon cutting at 11:15 AM.
City Manager Rhonda Barwick has submitted the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget to the Kinston City Council. The balanced budget, amounting to $120,803,423, does not require an increase in the property tax rate or the use of fund balance.
