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Topics getting the most attention in New Bern, NC public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.

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Feral Cat Management

Ward 2 residents say a neighbor feeding stray cats has created a nuisance. Aldermen found existing ordinance limits and staffing shortfalls, but agreed to meet with a TNR volunteer and explore enforcement options.

2 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 13, 2026

LowPublic Safety

Additional Street Lights on Pasteur, Cypress, and North Cool Streets

A resolution was scheduled to add street lights on three streets — a safety and visibility improvement for those neighborhoods.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 13, 2026

LowPublic Safety

Johnson Street streetlights

A resolution would authorize adding streetlights on Johnson Street, improving visibility and safety on that corridor.

2 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 13, 2026