Swansboro Tourism Development Authority Thursday, April 09, 2026 02:00 PM

I.Call to Order

II.Finance Report 

  1. a.Finance Report-(3rd Qtr. FY 24-25)
    Presenter: Sonia Johnson, Finance Director

III.Approval of Minutes

  1. a.October 9, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes

IV.Business

  1. a.Marketing & Advertising Status Update Discussion 

  2. b.Town of Swansboro-Visitor Center Revitalization Project
    Presenter: Jonathan Barlow, Town Manager

    The Town of Swansboro is seeking funding to support the revitalization of the Visitor Center.

    Recommended Action: Motion to approve funding request for Town of Swansboro Visitor Center Revitalization Project

  3. c.Town of Swansboro- PirateFest Special Event
    Presenter: Anna Stanley, Parks & Recreation Director

    The Town of Swansboro is seeking funding to support the annual PirateFest Special Event.

    Recommended Action: Motion to approve funding request for Town of Swansboro for PirateFest Special Event.

  4. d.Town of Swansboro-Swansboro Festivals
    Presenter: Anna Stanley, Parks & Recreation Director

    The Town of Swansboro is requesting $6,500 for the 2025-2026 fiscal year to purchase the City Data AI software program and advertising for the Arts by the Sea Festival.

    Recommended Action:
    1. Motion to approve funding request for Town of Swansboro for Swansboro Festivals.
    2. Motion to approve to allocate $6,500 each year or match the funds that Onslow County Tourism provides each year.

  5. e.Town of Swansboro-Tree Lighting Ceremony/Flotilla
    Presenter: Justin Webb, Downtown Facilities Coordinator

    The Town of Swansboro is seeking funding for the tree lighting ceremony/Flotilla.

    Recommended Action: Motion to approve funding request for Town of Swansboro for Tree Lighting Ceremony/Flotilla Event.

  6. f.National Travel & Tourism Week
    Presenter: Sonia Johnson-Finance Director

    Kelley Brown will be attending the event May 7th and 8th and requested $300 to be reimbursed for travel expenses.

    Recommended Action: Motion to approve funding request for the National Travel & Tourism Day Event.

  7. g.Proposed FY 2026-2027 Budget
    Presenter: Sonia Johnson, Finance Director

  8. h.Set Date to hold a public hearing/adoption
    Presenter: Sonia Johnson, Finance Director

    G.S 159-12 (b)-Before adopting the budget ordinance, the board shall hold a public hearing at which time any persons who wish to be heard on the budget may appear.


  9. i.Board Projects/Discussion Items
    Presenter: Randy Swanson, Chair

    To provide an overview of key projects and discussion items for the upcoming Board meeting, including updates, recommendations, and items for Board consideration or direction.

    Recommended Action: Discuss and Provide any guidance.

V.Board Comments

VI.Adjournment