S.1077

City of New Bern Even-Year Elections

Introduced·5/5/26

North Carolina S1077 changes the election schedule for the City of New Bern to even-year elections.

North Carolina S1077 modifies the election schedule for the City of New Bern, changing regular municipal elections from odd-numbered years to even-numbered years. The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will be elected every four years starting in 2030. The bill also outlines procedures for filling vacancies on the Board of Aldermen, including special elections if a vacancy is not filled within 90 days. The terms of office for the mayor and aldermen set to expire in 2029 will be extended by one year, and no municipal elections will be held in 2029.

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Elections Committee
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History

May 6

Senate

Passed 1st Reading

May 6

Senate

Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate

May 6

Senate

Withdrawn From Com