The Perquimans County Board of Commissioners will hear Department Budget Presentations on April 24 and 25, 2024 beginning at 5:00 p.m. The meetings will be held in the Auditorium of the Emergency Services Building located at 159 Creek Drive, Hertford, NC 27944. The Board will not take any action during these meetings.
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The Perquimans County Board of Elections meeting that was scheduled for April 2, 2024 has been cancelled.
For more information regarding the upcoming 2024 Second Primary Election, go to:
The Perquimans County Board of Elections can issue voter ID cards at any time during regular business hours, except for the period between the end of early voting through the end of Election Day. For more information go to:
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Perquimans County Board of Commissioners a seeking individuals that are interested in serving on their Joint Community Advisory Committee. Community Advisory Committee (CAC) members for Nursing Homes and Adult Care Homes are trained volunteers who operate under the Regional Long- Term Care Ombudsman. Committees are made up of local citizens who have an interest in the long-term care facilities in their communities. CACs were established by the North Carolina State Legislature (G.S. 131D-31 and G.S. 131E-128) to be volunteer, grassroots advocates for resident rights in long-term care facilities and serve Nursing Homes, Adult Care Homes, and Family Care Homes within their county. CAC members are trained by the Regional Ombudsman, designated by the State Ombudsman, and appointed to their Committees by County Commissioners. Advisory Committee Members are required by North Carolina General Statutes to complete 36 hours of initial orientation and training prior to exercising any power under G.S. 131D-32. Appointees must be 18 years or older and must reside in the county that they serve. They cannot have an immediate family member residing in or employed by the type of home that their committee covers, nor can they have a financial interest in a long-term care facility. If you are interested in serving on the Community Advisory Committee in your county, please contact Mary Hunnicutt, Clerk to the Board of Commissioners, at (252) 426-8484 or Melissa Hines, Regional Long- Term Care Ombudsman, at (252) 404-7086.
Perhaps you are stirred by personal experiences with older adults. Maybe you have witnessed unfair treatment, violations of dignity, gaps in supportive services, exploitation, ageism, neglect, or marginalization of the aging. The North Carolina Senior Tar Heel Legislature (NCSTHL) was authorized by the North Carolina General Assembly to assess the needs of older citizens, promote citizen involvement and advocacy concerning aging issues, and provide information and education to older adults on legislative process and matters being considered by the NCGA. The NCSTHL develops recommendations to present to the North Carolina General Assembly for consideration. Perquimans County can appoint one delegate to the NCSTHL for a two-year term and an alternate, if available. If this seems to be something that you might be interested, Currently, Perquimans County needs to appoint an alternate delegate on the NC Senior Tar Heel Legislature. To inquire about appointment as a NCSTHL delegate or alternate, contact Jasmine Wilson (252) 426-8244 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or contact the County Manager’s Office at (252) 426-8484 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. For more information and an application, go to
NC Cooperative Extension is seeking an Extension Agent - Agricultural. Are you looking for a rewarding career that will let you give back to your community? NC State Extension extends research-based knowledge to all North Carolinians, helping them transform science into everyday solutions that improve their lives and grow our state. We are the model of excellence in non-formal, research-based education that advances agriculture, the environment, human health and well-being, youth and communities, while creating prosperity for all North Carolinians. Working for NC State Extension allows you to teach without being tied to a classroom and school bell. For more information on NC Cooperative Extension, click here.
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Events will be added so keep check on the listing.
Important Message from the Food Bank of the Albemarle regarding Commodity Supplement Food Program (CSFP) box pick up for February 9, 2024:
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MEALS ON WHEELS PROGRAM:
Meals on Wheels (delivery of meals program) needs to transition from its current three-day a week delivery schedule to a five-day delivery provision. This program needs volunteers. Please share this opportunity with our county employees and residents. For more information, go to the Delivery Guide and Application which provide detailed information and may answer many questions regarding this community service. For more information & application form, go to
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The Center for Active Living will be holding the following events (be sure to check flyers for pre-registration instructions, deposit, and payment deadlines):
To view a video on the Perquimans Marine Industrial Park, click here https://vimeopro.com/accav/perquimans-1
Click Here to view the 2022 Annual Drinking Water Quality Reports for Pasquotank and Perquimans County.
Click Here to view the 2021 Annual Drinking Water Quality Reports for Pasquotank and Perquimans County.
In order for the 911 Center to provide better protection for your business/church/organization, they are asking each organization to provide current contact names and numbers. This information will not be given to the public. Contacts will be called for law enforcement, fire or EMS request only. Request examples include: open doors, activated alarms, B&E's, suspicious conditions, etc. Please complete the following form and return it to the 911 Center located at 159 Creek Drive, Hertford, NC. Any questions, contact the 911 Center at (252) 426-5751. Thank you for your assistance in this matter.
| Thu May 02 @ 7:00PM FY 24-25 Social Services & Board Education Budget Presentations to Board of Commissioners |
| Mon May 06 @ 7:00PM Commissioners Regular Meeting |
| Tue May 14 @ 7:00PM Planning Board |
| Mon May 20 @ 7:00PM Commissioners Work Session |
| Thu May 23 @ 5:30PM Social Services Board Meeting |
| Thu May 23 @ 6:30PM Commissioners Budget Work Session |
| Mon Jun 03 @ 7:00PM Commissioners Regular Meeting |
| Tue Jun 11 @ 7:00PM Planning Board |
| Mon Jun 17 @ 7:00PM Commissioners Work Session |
