Chairman (District II)· 2022-03-01 – 2028-12-01
Nick Picerno
Moore County
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- Meetings spoken in
- 16
- Total speaking time
- 4:16:01
- Avg per meeting
- 16:00
- Segments
- 5454
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Top issues during term (20)
Automated License Plate Reader (Flock) Cameras
Involves ongoing software and monitoring subscription costs for law enforcement technology.
UDO Use Table and Standards Updates
Consultant work will cost county money, though the amount wasn't discussed.
2027 Countywide Property Tax Revaluation
Directly impacts property tax assessments and county revenue distribution for all property owners.
Davis Community Center Future and Disposition
$500,000 state legislative allocation secured for facility improvements.
Conditional Rezoning for Multi-Family Apartments in West End
The project represents a private multi-million dollar real estate investment, though critics warned of potential indirect costs to county infrastructure, emergency services, and school capacity.
New Public Safety Infrastructure and School Resource Officers
Budget impact for sheriff's officers and equipment will be addressed in next year's budget.
Moore County Airport Commercialization and Minimum Revenue Guarantee
A $150,000 USGA contribution with no county taxpayer dollars committed.
Highway Corridor Overlay District Review
Potential cost implications for developers regarding engineering narratives, stormwater planning timelines, and architectural standards.
Minor Subdivision Expansion and Rural Density
Property owners will bear proportionate repair and construction costs to bring private access easements up to fire code standards.
Residential Front Setback Reduction
Could save owners of small lots $5,000-$10,000 in septic pump costs when systems fail.
State Population Estimates and Growth Rate Planning
Affects long-term infrastructure and transportation grant allocations.
East Moore Water District Phase V Project
Costs the county about $611,200 plus tax for the meters.
Crystal Lake / Little River Water Supply Alternative Evaluation
Unknown at this stage — a rate impact analysis was on the agenda to gauge how projects could affect customer bills.
Sewer Expansion and Workforce Housing Zoning
Unknown — funding assistance and rate impacts were scheduled for discussion under a separate item.
Union Pines High School turf field funding
About $480,000 in lapsed SRO salary is being sought to finish a roughly $1.1 million turf project.
Solid Waste Disposal Agreement Extension
Transfer station rate up 2% to $65.95/ton; county-hauled rate down to $41.15/ton for the first 6,000 tons.
Seven Lakes Sewer System and Roads
Sewer and road improvements typically carry significant costs for the county and possibly ratepayers, though no figures were provided.
police leadership change
Leadership changes usually don't shake up your wallet too much, though transition costs can pop up.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Equipment Delay
Increases the rental contract not-to-exceed amount by approximately $103,000 to $451,422.30.
Accessory Structure Size Limits Removal
Could save emergency services money on facility expansions by waiving certain design and size restrictions.
Decisions during term (394)
Recorded while Picerno was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Consent Agenda Approval
Call for Public Hearing on Section 5311 Transportation Grant
UDO Text Amendment for Religious Institutions
Zoning Request to Highway Commercial (B-2) for US 1 Parcels
Sheriff's Office Radio Contract Approval
Board Appointments
CONSENT AGENDA
Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting Minutes and Closed Session Minutes, September 1, 2026
Airport - North Taxilane (Design/Bid) Project (WBS #36237.67.15.1)
Airport - Apron Reconstruction (Design/Bid) Project (WBS #36237.67.14.4).
Finance - Budget Amendments
Information Technology - Email Security Protection Renewal
Planning - Moore County Board of Adjustment Bylaws, Amendment to Section VIII.B
Public Works - Contract Amendment #2 with W&S of North Carolina for the Surry Circle Waterline Replacement Project
Public Works - Deed of Dedication for Harrington Lane Waterline Extension
Public Works - Chambers Development of NC, Inc. Service Contract Award for WPCP Biosolids Tipping
Tax - Tax Releases/Refunds for the Month of August
CLOSED SESSION
Table Election of Vice Chair
Continue UDO Amendments (Highway Corridor Overlay and Zoning Districts)
Voting record (4)
Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.
Resolution Supporting CVB Use of $300,000 for Airline Guarantee
Opposed reversing the board's prior unanimous commitment restricting room tax funds from airline subsidies.