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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Goldsboro public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Regional Wastewater System with Wayne County
Goldsboro has been studying how to regionalize sewer service with five other Wayne County municipalities for three years. The hang-up was governance: a new regional authority would have diluted the city's control despite it contributing 85% of flow. The council picked the city-led "Option B" model and told staff to keep negotiating with willing towns.
Gun Violence and Youth Prevention Funding
Two residents demanded council action on gun violence after the killing of 13-year-old Jaleia Toon, questioning why the police department's community police services division isn't operational. Multiple council members responded, calling for community, church, and home to work together and for supporting youth programs.
FY2026-27 Budget Adoption
The manager's $103 million draft budget keeps the property tax rate at $0.69 but raises the monthly garbage fee by $4, bumps utility rates 5%, and doubles non-resident recreation fees. Most of the 10% growth is earmarked reserve spending — including $2 million more for street paving — not new operating costs.