Citizen’s Guide
CHAPTER 1 – VOTING AND ELECTED OFFICIALS
VOTING IN DARE COUNTY| Board of Elections, 954 Marshall C. Collins Dr., Manteo 27954 | 475-5630 Fax 475-1223 Hours: 8:30AM-5PM Mon.-Fri. |
| Director: Jackie Tillett | 475-5631 elections@darenc.com |
| Chairman: Sandy Semans Ross | |
| Secretary: James Cofield | |
| Members: Jim Clark, Ken Bukantas, Judy Lotas | |
| You may register to vote in Dare County if you are: | |
| · A citizen of the United States | |
| · 18 years of age or older by the date of the next general election (Preregister to vote if you are 16 or 17 years old) | |
| · A legal resident of Dare County for 30 days by the date of the next election | |
| · A person convicted of a felony whose citizenship rights have been restored and who meets the above requirements | |
| Board of Elections Office 954 Marshall C. Collins Dr. Manteo, 27954 | 475-5630 Fax 475-1223 Hours: 8:30AM-5PM Mon.-Fri. | |
| Division of Motor Vehicles | 2808 S. Croatan Hwy. Nags Head, when applying for a driver’s license | |
| Registration forms can be downloaded from www.darenc.com/departments/board-of-elections/voter-information/registration or picked up at town halls and libraries, completed, and returned to the Board of Elections. P.O. Box 1000, Manteo, NC 27954. | ||
| Note: To vote, you must be registered 25 days before the election. | ||
| Your registration must be updated if | · Your name has changed or you have moved to another address in Dare County. · You change your party affiliation. | |
| Using a mail-in registration form | Forms are available at the Board of Elections Office, libraries, and town halls. | |
| To vote in party primaries | You must be registered with a political party. Note: unaffiliated voters may participate in party primaries by declaring a party on Election Day. | |
| May register and vote during early voting. Must provide documentation of residence | ||
| 2021 ELECTION CALENDAR MUNICIPALE ELECTION NOVEMBER 2, 2021 POLLING PLACES IN DARE COUNTY ARE OPEN ON ELECTION DAY FROM 6:30AM to 7:30PM Results will be available on www.darenc.com/departments/board-of-elections and CURRENT TV channel 191 Persons with questions about registration, absentee ballots, one-stop voting and other election matters may call the Election Office at 475-5630 or 475-5631 |
| You will be assigned a voting place within your precinct when you register, or you may call the Board of Elections office (475-5630) for your voting location. | |
| Early Voting | Voting during a specified period before election day. https://www.darenc.com/departments/elections/one- stop-absentee-early-voting |
| Curbside voting | Available in your car or near the voting place on Election Day if you are physically unable to enter the voting place. |
| Absentee Voting | Forms can be downloaded from www.darenc.com/departments/board-of- elections/voter-information/absentee-voting |
| VOTE411.ORG Your Online Voter Guide for Nonpartisan Election Information Before You Vote · Enter your address · See your ballot · Compare the candidates’ positions on issues · Find your polling place and time, early voting locations, and much more. | |
| The League of Women Voters encourages individuals to be informed and active participants in the political process. Local political party leaders are: Dare County Democratic Party: Natalie R. McIntosh, Chair P.O. 121, Kitty Hawk 27949 Phone: 252-219-0074; www.daredemocrats.com https://facebook.com/daredemocrats Email: info@daredemocrats.com Dare County Republican Party: Browny Douglas, Chair P.O. Box 3383, Kill Devil Hills 27948 Phone: 252-216-8294; www.dare.nc.gop www.facebook.com/daregop Email: abrowndouglas3@gmail.com |
| President: Joseph Biden (D) 4-year term ends Jan. 2025 | Mail: The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Washington, DC 20500 202-456-1414 or 202-456-1111 Eform: whitehouse.gov/contact |
| Vice President: Kamala Harris (D) 4-year term ends Jan. 2025 | Mail: The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Washington, DC 20500 202-456-1414 or 202-456-1111 Eform: whitehouse.gov/contact |
| Richard Burr (R) 6-year term ends Jan. 2023 | Mail: 217 Russell Senate Office Bldg., Washington, DC 20510 202-224-3154 Website: www.burr.senate.gov Eform: burr.senate.gov/contact/email |
| Thom Tillis (R) | Mail: Room 113 Dirksen Senate Office Bldg. |
| 6-year term ends | Washington, DC 20510 |
| Jan. 2027 | 202-224-6342 |
| Website: www.tillis.senate.gov. | |
| Eform: tillis.senate.gov/email-me |
| Gregory F. Murphy, MD | Mail: 2333 Rayburn HOB |
| (R) | Washington, DC 20515 |
| 2-year term ends Jan. | 202-225-3415 |
| 2021 | 252-931-1003 (NC only) 800-351-1697 |
| Website: www.gregmurphy.house.gov | |
| Eform: gregmurphy.gov/contact/email |
| Government websites | www.whitehouse.gov, www.senate.gov, www.house.gov |
| US Capitol Switchboard | 202-224-3121 |
| To call the President | 202-456-1111 and leave your message on the topic of the day |
| PRESIDENT | GOVERNOR |
| The President | Honorable (full name) |
| The White House | Governor of North Carolina |
| Washington, DC 20500 | Raleigh, NC 27699 |
| Dear Mr./Madam President: | Dear Governor (surname): |
| Respectfully, | Sincerely, |
| US SENATOR | STATE SENATOR |
| Honorable (full name) | Honorable (full name) |
| United States Senate | State Legislative Bldg. |
| Washington, DC 20510 | Raleigh, NC 27601 |
| Dear Senator (surname): | Dear Mr./Ms./Mrs. (surname): |
| Sincerely, | Sincerely, |
| US REPRESENTATIVE | STATE REPRESENTATIVE |
| Honorable (full name) | Honorable (full name) |
| US House of Representatives | State Legislative Bldg. |
| Washington, DC 20515 | Raleigh, NC 27601 |
| Dear Mr./Ms./Mrs. (surname): | Dear Mr./Ms./Mrs. (surname): |
| Sincerely, | Sincerely, |
| Governor: Roy Cooper (D) 4-year term ends Jan. 2025 | Mail: NC Office of the Governor 20301 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-0301 919-814-2000 www.governor.nc.gov Eform: governor.nc.gov/contact- governor-cooper |
| Lt. Governor: Mark Robinson (R) 4-year term ends Jan. 2025 | Mail: Office of Lt. Gov. 20401 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27601 919-814-3680 www.ltgov.nc.gov Eform: Ltgov.nc.gov/contact-us |
| State Senator, 1st Senatorial District Bob Steinburg (R) 2-year term ends Jan. 2023 | Mail: NC Senate, 300 N. Salisbury St., Room 301B, Raleigh, NC 27603-5925 919-715-8293 Email: Bob.Steinburg@ncleg.net |
| State Representative, 6th District Bobby Hanig (R) 2-year term ends Jan. 2023 | Mail: NC House of Representatives 300 N. Salisbury St, Room 604 Raleigh, NC 27603-5925 919-733-5906 Email:Bobby.Hanig@ncleg.net |
| Governor’s Office of Citizen Affairs for assistance with problems concerning state government or to express views on current issues | Toll free NC only 800-662-7952 |
| General Assembly: Legislative Building, 16 W. Jones St., Raleigh, NC 27601 | 919-733-4111 Website: www.ncleg.net |
| The General Assembly convenes odd-year biennial sessions on the first Wed. after the second Mon. in Jan. Since 1975, it has met in even- numbered years for short sessions. | |
| Official Website for State of NC | www.nc.gov |
| Legislative switchboard | 919-733-7928 |
| Legislative library | 919-733-9390 |
| Various Agencies | nc.gov/agencies |
| Government Heritage Library | 919-807-7450 for copies of bills from previous sessions; copies are also available through www.ncgov.com |
| State Board of Elections Damon Circosta, Chair | 919-814-0700 or 866-522-4723 Website: www.ncsbe.gov elections.sboe@ncsbe.gov |
CHAPTER 2 – GOVERNMENT
DARE COUNTY GOVERNMENT| County Administration Offices | 954 Marshall C. Collins Dr., Manteo, NC 27954 | 475-5000 |
| Open weekdays 8:30AM- 5:00PM | Mail: P.O. Box 1000, Manteo , NC 27954 | www.darenc.com |
| The Board meets monthly 1st Mon. at 9AM and 3rd Mon. at 5PM at 954 Marshall C. Collins Dr., Manteo, with some exceptions. Complete schedule is posted on the website. | Regularly scheduled meetings can be heard live on the Dare County website. Following the meeting, videos can be seen on CURRENT TV (channel 191) and the Dare County Website. | ||
| Northern Beach | 2514 S. Croatan Hwy | Planning, CAMA/FEMA, | |
| Offices | Nags Head, NC 27959 | Building Permits, Building | |
| Planning: | Mail: PO Box 1000, | Inspector, Subcontractor | |
| 252-475-5871 | Manteo, NC 27954 | Permits, Dog Licenses, | |
| Environmental | Environmental Health | ||
| Health: | |||
| 252-475-5080 | |||
| Kill Devil Hills Office 252-475-5748 | 2601 Croatan Hwy Kill Devil Hills NC 27948 Mail: PO Box 1000 Manteo, NC 27954 | WIC (Women, Infant & Children) | |
| Hatteras Island Offices Planning: 252-475-5878 Health & Human Services 252-475-9320 | 50347 NC Hwy 12 Frisco, NC 27936 Mail: P.O. Box 859 Frisco, NC 27936 | Planning, CAMA/FEMA, Building Permits, Building lnspector, Subcontractor Permits, Environmental Health, Health Clinic, WIC, and Social Services | |
| Dare County has a county commission-county manager system of government. A seven member Board of Commissioners sets policy and a County Manager, appointed by the Commission, executes policy directives. Commissioners are elected to four-year terms, some of which expire each even-numbered year. All Commissioners except one at-large seat must reside in a specific district. Each Commissioner is elected in a county-wide election. The Board elects a chairperson and vice-chair for a one year term at its organizational meeting in December. |
| The Board has countywide responsibility for educational funding, libraries, Parks and Recreation, Emergency Medical Services, and tax assessment. The Board is the sole governing body for the unincorporated areas of Dare County including Colington, Martin’s Point, Manns Harbor, Stumpy Point, East Lake, Wanchese, Northern Roanoke Island, and all of Hatteras Island. In these areas, the County is responsible for planning, zoning, solid waste management and law enforcement. |
| Office: 954 Marshall C. Collins Dr., Manteo email to all commissioners: DCBOC@darenc.com | Mail: P.O. Box 1000, Manteo 27954 | |||
| Robert L. “Bob” Woodard. Sr. (R) Chair | 2305 Bay Drive, Kill Devil Hills 27948 216-8240 (C) woodard@darenc.com | Term ends Dec. 2020 District 2 – Kill Devil Hills, Colington, Nags Head | ||
| Wally Overman (R) Vice Chair | 549 Skyco Rd., Manteo 27954 216-6042 (C) wallyo@darenc.com | Term ends Dec. 2020 District 1 – East Lake, Stumpy Point, Manns Harbor, Manteo, Wanchese | ||
| Rob Ross (R) | 105 East Sand Fiddler Court P.O. Box 1032 Nags Head 27959 216-6869 (C) rob.ross@darenc.com | Term ends Dec. 2022 District 2 – Kill Devil Hills, Colington, Nags Head | ||
| Steve House (R) | 288 N. Dogwood Trail PO Box 1093 Southern Shores 27949 216-8985 (C) steve.house@darenc.com | Term ends Dec. 2020 District 3 Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk | ||
| Jim Tobin (R) | 6951 Pecan Lane P.O. Box 243 Manns Harbor 27953 216-7732 (C) jim.tobin@darenc.com | Term ends Dec. 2022 District 1-East Lake, Stumpy Point, Manns Harbor, Manteo, Wanchese | ||
| Danny Couch (D) | 47297 Dippin Vat Road PO Box 1001 Buxton 27920 216-7383 (C) dannyc@darenc.com | Term ends Dec. 2020 District 4 Rodanthe, Salvo, Waves, Avon, Buxton, Frisco, Hatteras Village | ||
| Ervin Bateman (D) | 4148 Poor Ridge Rd P.O.Box 1127 Kitty Hawk, 27949 216-6717 (C) ervin.bateman@darenc.com | Term ends Dec 2022 District 5 (at large) all of Dare County | ||
| Cheryl Anby Clerk to the Board | 475-5700 Fax 473-1817 | cheryl.anby@darenc.com | ||
| Bobby Outten, County Manager/Co.Attorney | 475-5811 Fax 473-1817 | outten@darenc.com | ||
| Cheryl Anby, Exec. Asst. to the Co. Mgr. | 475-5800 Fax 473-1817 | cheryl.anby@darenc.com | ||
| Dorothy Hester, Master Public Info.Officer | 475-5903 Fax 475-9376 | Dorothy@darenc.com | ||
| Office: Dare Co. Justice Center, 962 Marshall C. Collins Dr., Manteo | Mail: P.O. Box 1849, Manteo 27954 | |
| Dean Tolson, Clerk of Court | 475-5200 Fax 475-5201 | 4 year term ends Dec. 2022 www.darenc.com/clerk |
| The Office of the Clerk of Superior Court is responsible for all administrative, clerical and record-keeping functions of the District and Superior Courts. With the exception of juvenile files, adoption records and certain other confidential records, files in the Clerk’s office are public records and available for inspection to the public. The Clerk serves as Comptroller and Judge of Probate, with exclusive original jurisdiction over matters regarding the probate of wills and administration of estates in his county. The Clerk also presides over many other legal matters such as adoptions, incompetency and guardianship proceedings, partitioning of real property, name changes, real estate foreclosures, and petitions for surplus funds. | ||
| The North Carolina court system consists of an Appellate Division, a Superior Court Division, and a District Court Division. A chief justice and six associate judges, elected for 8-year terms, serve on the Supreme Court. The Court of Appeals is served by a chief justice and 14 associate justices elected for 8-year terms. Dare County is served by two Superior Court judges and five District Court judges. Superior Court judges rotate throughout the state, and District Court judges rotate throughout their division and district. Dare County is in the 1st judicial district of the 1st division, which has seven counties. Only persons qualified to practice law in North Carolina are eligible for election or appointment to any of these courts. |
| Office: 954 Marshall C. Collins Dr., Manteo | Mail: P.O. Box 1000, Manteo 27954 | 475-5870 Fax 473-6653 | |||
| Donna Creef, Director | 475-5873 Fax 473-6653 | ||||
| Noah Gillam, Asst. Planning Director | 475—5849 | ||||
| K.D. Jackson, Zoning Officer | 50347 Hwy. 12, Frisco P.O. Box 859, Buxton 27920 | 475-5879 | |||
| Dare Co. Planning Dept. provides technical assistance to the Planning Board and Board of Commissioners and is responsible for implementation of the Dare County Land Use Plan and enforcement of zoning codes. The Planning Board meets on the 2nd Mon. at 6PM in the Dare Co. Commissioners’ meeting room at 954 Marshall C. Collins Dr., | |||||
| Manteo. Members are appointed by the Board of Commissioners for 3- year terms. Members are: | ||||
| John Finelli, Chairman | P.O. Box 555, Kitty Hawk 27949 | 261-8786 | ||
| Michael Barr | 333 Eagle Dr., Kill Devil Hills 27948 | 261-3266 | ||
| Terry Gore | P.O. Box 2031, Kill Devil Hills 27948 | 910-703-6329 | ||
| David Hines | 306 First Flight Run, Kitty Hawk 27949 | 573--9547 | ||
| Beth Midgett | PO Box 250, Hatteras 27943 | 986-6341 | ||
| David Overton | 418 Berry Dr., Manteo 27954 | 475-5881 | ||
| James “Buddy” Shelton | 291 Bayview Dr., Stumpy Point 27978 | 423-8659 | ||
| Zoning Bd. of Adjustment Jay Hart, Chairman | Meets 4th Mon. when called | Members appointed for 3-year terms | ||
| County Building Inspectors are responsible for enforcing NC building codes. | ||
| Roanoke Island & Mainland | Ed Kindervater Chief Inspector 475-5867 | 954 Marshall C. Collins Dr., Manteo |
| Colington/Martin’s Point | Kevin Clark 475-5872 | 2514 S. Croatan Hwy., Nags Head 27959 |
| Hatteras Island 50347 Hwy. 12, Frisco Mail: P.O. Box 859 Buxton 27920 | Crew Hayes Wayland Jennette | Hwy. 12, Frisco 475-5876 475-5877 Fax 995-3601 |
| CAMA Admin. | Noah Gillam 475-5849 | 954 Marshall C Collins Dr Manteo |
| CAMA Admin/Hatteras Island | K.D. Jackson 475-5879 | 50347 Hwy 12 Frisco |
| Office: Dare Co. Justice Center 962 Marshall C. Collins Dr., Manteo Mail: P.O. Box 70, Manteo 27954 | 475-5970 |
| Cheryl House, Register of Deeds | Term ends Dec. 2022 |
| This office is custodian of Dare Co. vital statistics and is the repository of real property records including deeds, deeds of trust, and plats of all subdivisions. It keeps files of county commissioners’ meetings, airport affairs, retired military records and issues marriage licenses. Copies of Dare Co. birth and death certificates may be obtained from this office. | |
| Dare County ABC Board Mail: P.O. Box 1879, Manteo 27954 | 473-9492 Fax 473-9446 |
| Ted Toler, General Manager | |
| A 5-member board, appointed by the county commissioners for 3-year terms, makes policies and oversees operations for the sale of distilled spirits and wines, 17% alcohol and above by volume, and mixers of 1% or more alcohol. Net profits are allocated according to state law. In Dare Co., allocations include the Department of Social Services, the County General Fund, and the incorporated towns. | |
| Location: 410 Airport Rd., Manteo Mail: P.O. Box 429, Manteo 27954 | 475-5570 Fax 473-1196 Website www.darenc.com/airport | |
| David Daniels, Director. | Marge Stauffer, Finance Officer | |
| Charles Davidson, Chair | Monthly meetings are held the last Wed. 6PM; the combined Nov.–Dec. meeting is held the 1st Wed. in Dec. | |
| The airport authority manages the regional airport. Nine members are appointed by the County Commissioners. | ||
| Office: 954 Marshall C. Collins Dr. Room 151, Manteo Mail: P.O. Box 1000, Manteo 27954 | 475-5628 Fax 473-3042 |
| Brent Johnson, Project Manager | |
| The commission is made up of 8 members, each appointed by the Dare Co. Board of Commissioners for 2-year terms. This commission is concerned with matters involving the stabilization of Oregon Inlet, helping to provide continual & safe passage through Hatteras Inlet & working closely with all elected officials to achieve these goals. It is also concerned with issues pertaining to public waterways & county maritime facilities (boating & piers). | |
| Office: 954 Marshall C. Collins Dr., Room 118, Manteo 27954 | 475-5853 |
| Mail: P.O. Box 1000, Manteo 27954 | |
| Barton Grover, Community Conservationist | |
| The Board’s purpose is to protect and enhance water quality in Dare Co. through land conservation, storm water management, technical support, education, and outreach. | |
| The Board of Supervisors meets monthly, 2nd Tues, 9 AM in the Dare Co. Administrative Office. A 5-member board consists of 2 members appointed by the Board of Supervisors and 3 elected members on a non- partisan basis. | |
| Chamber Office | 441-8144, Fax: 441-0338 |
| 101 Town Hall; PO Box 1757 | www.outerbankschamber.com |
| Kill Devil Hills 27948 | email: |
| info@outerbankschamber.com | |
| One Visitors Center Circle Manteo 27954 | 473-2138 Fax 473-5777 information@outerbanks.org Website: www.outerbanks.org |
| Lee Nettles, Executive Director | Board meets at the Visitors Center monthly, 9AM 3rd Thurs. |
| Aycock Brown Welcome Center, 5230 N. Croatan Hwy. (MP1), Kitty Hawk 252-261-4644 | |
| US Weather Bureau Station/Hatteras Island Welcome Center (partnership with NPS), 57190 Kohler Road, Hatteras, 252-986-2203 | |
| Whalebone Information Station (partnership with NPS), junction of Hwy. 12 and US 64, Nags Head, 252-441-6644 | |
| The Bureau promotes the county’s major industry: tourism. The Bureau is governed by the Dare Co. Tourism Board. Thirteen members are appointed to 2-year terms by the County Commissioners representing various tourism-related constituencies as specified by state legislation. | |
DUCK
Incorporated 2002 Zip Code 27949| Office: 1200 Duck Rd., Duck Mail: PO Box 8369, Duck, NC 27949 | Hours: 9AM–5PM weekdays |
| 255-1234 Fax 255-1236 | Website: www.townofduck.com Email: info@townofduck.com |
| Town Council | Meets monthly 1st Wed. 7PM & 3rd Wed. 1PM at Town Office |
| Don Kingston, Mayor Term ends Dec. 2021 | 135 Fawn Ct., Duck 255-4817 |
| Monica Thibodeau, Mayor Pro Tem Term ends Dec 2021 | 126 W. Sea Hawk Dr., Duck 261-6278 |
| Sanford Whitman Term ends Dec 2021 | 118 Tuckahoe Dr West., Duck 252-715-1186 |
| Robert Mooney Term ends Dec 2021 | 102 Pelican Way, Duck 646-489-4458 |
| Nancy Caviness Term ends Dec 2021 | P.O. Box 8278, Duck 255-1050 |
| Andrew Havens – Town Mgr. | 255-1234 Fax 255-1236 |
| Lori Ackerman– Town Clerk | 255-1234 Fax 255-1236 |
| Tax Collection | Call Dare Co. Tax Office 475-5952 |
| Robert Hobbs – Town Attorney | 441-0871 |
| Jeff Ackerman – Police Chief | 261-1112 (non-emergency) Fax 261-2108 |
| Donna Black – Fire Chief | 261-3929 (non-emergency) Fax 261-5961 |
| Joe Blakaitis – Chair, Planning Board Term ends May 1, 2021 | Meets monthly 2nd Wed. 6:30PM and 4th Wed. 6:30PM as needed |
| Joe Heard – Code Enforcement Officer | 255-1234 |
| Steven McMurray, Building Inspector | 255-1234 |
| Zoning Board of Adjustment – Contact Joe Heard | 255-1234 |
| Office: 102 Town Hall Dr., KDH Mail: P.O. Box 1719, KDH 27948 | Hours: 8AM–5PM weekdays |
| 449-5300 Fax 441-7946 | Website: www.kdhnc.com Email: info@kdhnc.com |
| Board of Commissioners | Meets monthly by adopted schedule |
| Ben Sproul, Mayor Term ends Dec 2021 | 908 Sixth Ave., KDH 202-8837 |
| Ivy Ingram Mayor Pro Tem Term ends Dec. 2023 | 1002 Swan St., KDH 256-0423 |
| Terry Gray Term ends Dec. 2021 | 322 Pine Grove Trail, KDH 256-1064 |
| BJ McAvoy Term ends Dec 2023 | 1810 Bay Dr., KDH, PO Box 1764 715-0267 |
| John Windley Term ends Dec. 2021 | 1512 Small Place., KDH 902-4345 |
| Debora Diaz, Town Manager | 449-5300 Fax 441-7946 |
| Shawn Murphy, Ass’t. Town Manager | 449-5300 |
| Mary Quidley, Town Clerk | 449-5302 |
| Beverly Kissinger, Finance Officer | 449-5338 Fax 480-4074 |
| Gary L. Britt, Police Chief | 449-5337 Police Dept. non- emergency Fax 441-8281 |
| Troy N. Tilley, Fire Chief ext. 222 | 480-4060 Fire Dept. non- emergency Fax 480-4069 |
| Tax Collection | Call Dare Co. Tax Office 475-5952 |
| Todd Olving & Kelley Wynn, Animal Control | 480-4047 |
| Town Planning Board: 7 members appointed by Town Board of Commissioners for 3-year terms. Meets by adopted schedule 5:30 PM at Town Hall | Howard Buchanan, Chair 2058 Bay Drive, KDH 757-737-1131 James Almoney, Vice-Chair 900 Ninth Ave., KDH 252-441-5389 |
| Zoning Bd. of Adjustment meets on request last Tues. 5:00PM at Town Hall | Michael Lowack, Vice Chair 106 Porthole Court, KDH 480-1568 |
| Office: 101 Veterans Memorial Dr., KH Mail: P.O. Box 549, KH 27949 | Hours: 8:30AM– 5:00PM weekdays (except holidays) | |
| 261-3552 Fax 261-7900 | Website: www.kittyhawknc.gov Email: info@kittyhawktown.net | |
| Town Council | Meets monthly 1st Mon. 6PM Town Hall |
| Gary Perry, Mayor Term ends Dec. 2021 | 3831 Herbert Perry Rd., KH 261-5332 |
| Craig Garriss, Mayor Pro Tem Term ends Dec. 2021 | 5204 Birch Lane, KH 261-4922 |
| David Hines Term ends Dec 2023 | 306 First St., KH 573-9547 |
| Lynne McClean Term ends Dec. 2023 | 610 W. Kitty Hawk Rd., KH 202-9672 |
| Jeff Pruitt Term ends Dec. 2021 | 3890 Poor Ridge Rd., KH 207-9055 |
| Andy Stewart, Town Manager | 261-3552 Fax 261-7900 |
| Lynn Morris, Town Clerk | 261-3552 |
| Casey Varnell, Town Attorney | 261-2126 |
| Tax Collection | Call Dare Co. Tax Office 475-5952 |
| Joel Johnson, Police Chief | 261-3895 Police Dept non- emergency |
| Mike Talley, Fire Chief | 261-2666 Fire Dept. non- emergency |
| Rob Testerman, Town Planner | 261-3552 |
| Town Planning Board – 5 members appointed by Town Council for 2- year terms. Meets 2nd Thurs. following Town Council meetings at 6PM, Town Hall | John Richeson, Chair 815 W. Kitty Hawk Rd., KH 261-7656 (h) 599-0413 (c) |
| Zoning Board of Adjustment | On request with 15 days notice |
| David Lewis, Building Inspector | 261-3552 |
| Council meetings air on channel 191 on Thurs. & Sun following the meeting @ 1PM & 7PM |
| Office: 407 Budleigh St., Manteo Mail: P.O. Box 246, Manteo 27954 | Hours: 8:30AM–5PM weekdays |
| 473-2133 Fax 473-2135 | Website: www.townofmanteo.com Email: info@townofmanteo.com |
| Board of Commissioners | 1st Wed. 6:30PM year round 3rd Wed. 4PM year round |
| Bobby Owens, Mayor Term ends Dec. 2021 | P.O. Box 505., Manteo 473-2721 (H) |
| Darrell Collins, Mayor Pro Tem Term ends Dec. 2023 | P.O. Box 217, Manteo 473-1722 |
| Jason Borland Term ends Dec. 2023 | PO Box 1359, Manteo 473-7020 |
| Richie Burke Term ends Dec. 2021 | 800 Wingina, Manteo 473-1986 |
| Betty Selby Term ends Dec. 2023 | PO Box 1485 423-0958 |
| Christine Walker Term ends Dec. 2021 | P.O. Box 335, Manteo 423-1112 |
| Eddie Mann Term ends Dec. 2021 | 417 US Hwy 64/264, Manteo 216-7743 |
| James Ayers II, Town Manager | 473-2133 Fax 473-2135 |
| Shannon Twiddy, Ass’t. Town Manager/Finance Officer | 473-2133 Fax 473-2135 |
| Becky Breiholz, Town Clerk | 473-2133 |
| Wyatt Booth, Town Attorney | 919-981-4031 |
| Vance Haskett, Police Chief | 473-2069 Police Dept. non- emergency |
| Talmadge Jones, Fire Chief | 473-2300 Fire Dept. non- emergency |
| Tax Collection | Call Dare Co. Tax Office 475-5952 |
| Town Planning Board. Five members appointed by Town Board for 2-year, meets monthly 2nd Tues., 6PM Town Hall | Melissa Dickerson, Town Planner-- 473-2133 |
| Zoning Board of Adjustment meets on request | 473-2133 |
| Melissa Dickerson, Planning Admin/Code Enforcement | 473-2133 |
| Bldg Inspections Tue, Wed, Thur only | 473-4103 |
| Office: 5401 S. Croatan Hwy. Mail: P.O. Box 99, NH 27959 | Hours: 8:30AM–5PM weekdays |
| 441-5508 Fax 441-0776 | Website: www.nagsheadnc.gov |
| Board of Commissioners | Meets monthly 1st Wed. 9AM. Meetings on TV channel 191 at 1PM & 7PM Sat & Tues following the meeting |
| Ben Cahoon, Mayor Term ends Dec. 2021 | 2616 S. Compass Ln., Nags Head 473-7396 |
| Mike Siers, Mayor Pro Tem Term ends Dec. 2021 | 4638 S. Blue Marlin Dr., Nags Head 489-3861 |
| Kevin Brinkley Term ends 2023 | 332 W Bridge Ln., Nags Head 599-1475 |
| Renee Cahoon Term end Dec. 2023 | P.O. Box 714, Nags Head 441-4847 |
| Webb Fuller Term ends Dec. 2021 | P.O. Box 1003, Nags Head 305-9322 |
| Greg Sparks, Interim Town Manager | 441-5508 Fax 441-0776 |
| Andy Garman, Dep Town Manager | 449-2006 Fax 441-4290 |
| Carolyn Morris, Town Clerk | 449-2009 |
| John Leidy, Town Attorney | 335-0871 |
| Linda Bittner, Tax Collector | 449-2008 |
| Phil Webster, Police Chief | 441-6386 Police Dept. non- emergency |
| Randy Wells, Fire Chief | 449-2018 Fax 441-8268 441-5909 Fire Dept. non- emergency |
| Michael Zehner, Planning Director | 449-6044 Fax 441-4290 |
| Cory Tate, Chief Building Inspector | 449-6043 |
| Megan Vaughan, Chair Town Planning Board 423-1143 | 7 members appointed by Town Board for 3-year terms. Meets monthly 3rd Tues. 9AM |
| Zoning Board of Adjustment Jack Cooper, Chair | Meets on request 2nd Thurs. 9AM |
SOUTHERN SHORES
Incorporated: 1979 Zip Code: 27949| Office and Mail: 5375 N. Virginia Dare Tr., Southern Shores 27949 | Hours: 8:30AM-5PM weekdays | |
| 261-2394 Fax 255-0876 | Website: www.southernshores-nc.gov | |
| Town Council | Meets monthly at the Pitts Center, 1st Tues. 5:30PM, | |
| Tom Bennett, Mayor Term ends Dec. 2021 | 218 Hillcrest Dr., Southern Shores 261-2511 | |
| Elizabeth Morey, Mayor Pro Tem Term ends 2023 | 59 Ginguite Tr., Southern Shores 256-1953 | |
| Jim Conners Term Ends Dec. 2021 | 83 Duck Woods Dr., Southern Shores 202-1508 | |
| Leo Holland Term ends 2023 | 23 Spindrift, Southern Shores 256-2488 | |
| Matt Neal Term ends 2023 | 163 Wax Myrtle Tr., Southern Shores 455-3791 | |
| Cliff Ogburn, Int. Town Manager | 261-2394 |
| Sheila Kane, Town Clerk | 261-2394 |
| Bonnie Swain Finance/Human Resources | 261-2394 |
| Ben Gallop, Town Attorney | 441-0871 Fax 441-8822 |
| David Kole, Police Chief | 261-3331 Police Dept. non-emergency |
| Ed Limbacher, Fire Chief | 261-2272 Fire Dept. non-emergency |
| Town Planning Board | Five members appointed by Town Council for 3-year terms. Meets monthly 3rd Mon. 5:30 PM at Pitts Center. Contact through Town of Southern Shores |
| Zoning Board of Adjustment | Contact through Town of Southern Shores |
| David Bradley, Public Works Director | 261-2394 |
| Wesley Haskett, Deputy Town Mgr/Planning Director | 261-2394 |
| Dabni Shelton, Permit Officer | 261-2394 |
STATE GOVERNMENT
NC COOPERATIVE EXTENSION – DARE COUNTY CENTER| Office: 517 Budleigh St., Manteo Mail: P.O. Box 968, Manteo 27954 | 473-4290 Fax 473-3106 Website: dare.ces.ncsu.edu |
| Tanya Lamo, County Extension Director | Donna Hanusik, Administrative Assistant |
| Horticulture | Amy Jordan, Ag Tech Program Assistant |
| Through education, assistance is given to residents, municipalities and landscape professionals in managing the coastal environment. Programs are offered in tree and lawn care, landscaping, soils, erosion control, pest management, and Master Gardener Volunteer training. A hotline is available for home horticulture questions. Please call or email greenlineobx@gmail.com | |
| Family and Consumer Science | Dee Furlough, Extension Agent |
| Our mission is to improve the well-being of the family through programs that educate, influence public policy, and help families put research- based knowledge to work in their lives. Our program focuses on nutrition, health, food safety and food preservation. | |
| 4-H and Youth Development | Paige Fuselier, Extension Agent |
| Young people “learn by doing” in special interest groups, clubs, school, and after-school programs. For children K-5 and Middle School, the 4-H program provides day camps and enrichment opportunities during school breaks and other out-of-school times. | |
| Office: 2522 S. Croatan Hwy., NH Mail: P.O. Box 757, NH 27959 | 480-3500 Fax 480-0121 Website: ncworks.gov |
| Kenneth Kee, Manager | Hours: 8:30AM–5PM Mon.-Fri. |
| The Center supports local employment by listing current job opportunities, referring qualified applicants and providing local labor market information. It assists job seekers in resume writing and employers in developing job descriptions and personnel handbooks. The Center serves Dare Co., Corolla, Ocracoke Island, and Currituck County. | |
| Attorney General’s Office 9001 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-9001 | Toll free: 877-566-7226 919-716-6400 Website: www.ncdoj.gov |
| This office acts to protect the public from unlawful business practices. When contacting this office, explain your complaint clearly. Send brief but specific (where, when, what) information. Send photocopies of any related written contracts, receipts, warranties, advertisements, or letters. This office can assist in mediation of disputes; it does not act as a lawyer for consumers in individual disputes. Complaints can be filed online. | |
| Avon | 995- 5991 | 41196 NC HWY. 12 | 10AM–12PM & 1PM– 3:45PM Mon.–Fri.; 10:30AM–12:30PM Sat. |
| Buxton | 995- 5755 | 48042 NC HWY. 12 | 9AM–12PM & 1:30PM– 4PM Mon.–Fri.; 10:30AM–12:30PM Sat. |
| Duck | 261- 8555 | 1245 Duck Rd. | Jun thru Sep: 9AM–4PM Mon.–Fri.; 9AM–1PM Sat. Jan thru Mar: 9:30 to 3:30 Mon. – Fri.; 9:30 to 12:30 Sat. Oct, Nov, Dec, Apr, May: 9:15 to 3:45 Mon. – Fri.; 9:15 to 12:45 Sat. |
| Frisco | 995- 5017 | 53590 NC HWY. 12 | 8AM–12:30PM & 1:30PM–4PM Mon.–Fri.; Sat. closed |
| Hatteras | 986- 2318 | 57689 NC HWY. 12 | 8AM–1PM & 2PM–4PM Mon.- Fri.; 10:30AM–12:30PM Sat. |
| Kill Devil Hills | 441- 5666 | 302 S. Croatan Hwy. | 9AM–4:30PM Mon.–Fri.; 10AM-12PM Sat. |
| Kitty Hawk Southern Shores | 261- 2211 | 3841 N. Croatan Hwy. | 9AM–4:30PM Mon–Fri; 10AM–12PM Sat. |
| Manns Harbor | 473- 3677 | 6941 Hwy. 64 | 12:15PM-4:15PM Mon.– Fri. 8:30AM– 11:30AM Sat. |
| Manteo | 473-2534 | Chesley Mall, 212B Hwy. 64 | 9AM–4:30PM Mon.–Fri.; 10AM–12PM Sat. |
| Nags Head | 441-7387 | 100 W. Deering St. | 9AM–12:30PM & 2- 4:30PM Mon.–Fri.; 10AM–12PM Sat. |
| Rodanthe Waves Salvo | 987-2273 | 25969 NC HWY. 12 | 8:15AM–12 PM & 1PM– 4PM Mon.–Fri.; 10AM-12PM Sat. |
| Wanchese | 473-3551 | 3525 Mill Landing Rd. | 9AM–12PM & 1:00PM- 4:30PM Mon.–Fri.; 9:30AM–11:30AM Sat. |
| BEFORE PLACING STREET MAILBOXES, CONTACT YOUR LOCAL POST OFFICE | |||
| Office: 1865 W. City Dr., Elizabeth City 27909 | 866-572-2819 Website: www.socialsecurity.gov - |
| Service in English & Spanish | Hours: 9AM-4PM Mon thru Fri |
| There is no Social Security office in Dare Co; Elizabeth City is the nearest office. Residents may call Elizabeth City @ 866-572-2819 or National @ 1-800-772-1213 (toll free). | |
| Office:107 Exeter St., Manteo Mail: P.O. Box 669, Manteo 27954 | 475-5604 Fax 473-6437 |
| Patty O’Sullivan, Veterans Service Officer | |
| Available for assistance and information relating to veterans’ affairs. | |
CHAPTER 3 – TAXES AND LICENSES
DARE COUNTY TAX OFFICE| County Tax Office | Dare Co. Justice Center 962 Marshall C. Collins Dr., Manteo 27954 | |
| Becky Huff, County Tax Collector | 475-5954 | |
| Hosea Wilson, County Tax Assessor | 475-5940 | |
| Dare County residents pay real estate and personal property taxes to the County for county services and if they live within a town, pay additional property taxes to their town for town services. Citizens in unincorporated areas are taxed by the County for fire protection, certain community centers and trash collection. | ||
| A 1% land transfer tax is divided between the County and the towns. | ||
| A 6% occupancy tax for hotels, motels and rental properties including online travel & Airbnb is divided as follows: · 2% to Dare Co. for beach nourishment and shoreline protection. · 1% to the Dare Co. Tourism Board. · 3% divided between county and town governments with 35% of the net amount going to the towns and 65% going to the county. The proceeds must be used for “tourism impacted” services. | ||
| A 1% prepared food and beverage tax and a 1% occupancy tax for hotels, motels, and rental properties enables the Dare Co. Tourism Board to promote year round travel and tourism. Of the total, 25% must be used to alleviate the impact of tourism. | ||
| A State sales tax of 6.75% applies to most goods. | ||
| Call Center (Rocky Mount, NC) 877-252-3052 |
| Regional Administrative Office in Elizabeth City, NC 252-338-7400 |
| Auto registration office (NC license plate agency) is located in Island Pharmacy, Chesley Mall (210 Hwy. 64), Manteo 473-3926 Hours: 8:30AM–12:30PM, 1:30PM–5PM weekdays |
| Drivers Licenses: Division of Motor Vehicles, 2808 S. Croatan Hwy, Nags Head. 480-6465; Hours: M-F 8:00AM-5:00PM; Sat 8:00AM – 12:00PM Drivers may also register to vote when they get their driver’s license. Mobile station is available at Hatteras Civic Center. Call for schedule. |
| Boat registrations are required for all boats with motors (including trolling motors) and sailboats over 14 ft. Forms can be obtained at marine or tackle shops. For information call NC Wildlife Resources Commission , 800-628-3773, website www.ncwildlife.org |
| Dog licenses are renewable Jan. 1 of each year at the Dare Co. Animal Shelter in Manteo, Northern Beach Office in Nags Head, & Health Dept in Frisco. Proof of rabies vaccination is required. Kill Devil Hills requires a town license. Animals are required to wear tags at all times. |
| Hunting and fishing licenses are required. NC residents can order by calling toll-free 888-248-6834 or 919-707-0010, Mon.–Fri. 8AM–5PM, with payment by Visa or Master Charge only. Licenses are also available at stores that sell sporting equipment, at some general stores in hunting and fishing areas, and through the internet. For information call NC Wildlife Resources Commission, 919-707-0010, website www.ncwildlife.org Recreational saltwater fishing licenses are required. For information on saltwater fishing, call NC Dept. of Health and Natural Resources, Division of Marine Fisheries, 252-473-1233, 252-473-5734 or 800-682-2632, website www.ncfisheries.net. A Recreational Commercial Gear License is required for residents only for gill net fishing, shrimping, or crabbing. Catch is not to be commercially sold. This license is available at Marine Fisheries, 1021 Driftwood Dr., Manteo. 473-1233. |
| Marriage licenses can be obtained from the Register of Deeds in the Dare Co. Justice Center, 962 Marshall C. Collins Dr., Manteo. 475-5970. Hours: Mon.–Fri. 8:30AM–4:30PM |
CHAPTER 4 - EDUCATION AND LIBRARIES
DARE COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION| Supt. Of Schools, Dr.John D. Farrelly | 480-8888 Fax 480-8885 | |
| Board Office: 3020 Wrightsville Ave., Nags Head Mail: P.O. Box 1508, Nags Head 27959 | www.daretolearn.org | |
| Board of Education Members are elected at-large in a Primary & General Election of even numbered years. Residency in districts from which they are elected, corresponding to those of the county commissioners, is required by law. Four year staggered terms begin in Dec. Board meets monthly, 2nd Tues. 5:00PM at announced school sites. | ||
| Mary Ellon Ballance, Chair District 4; term ends Dec. 2024 | PO Box 756, Hatteras, NC 27943 252-305-2685 (C) | |
| Margaret Lawler, Vice-Chair District 3; term ends Dec. 2022 | 81 Gravey Pond Lane, Southern Shores NC 27949 252-261-5482 (H) | |
| Susan Bothwell District 2; term ends Dec. 2024 | PO Box 1833, Nags Head NC 27959 919-696-4873 (C) | |
| Frank Hester District 1; term ends Dec. 2022 | PO Box 457, Manteon NC 27954 252-489-0847 (C) |
| Joe Tauber District 2; term ends Dec. 2022 | PO Box 2003 KDH 27948 (410) 491-9735 (C) Fax 255-0631 |
| David Twiddy District 5; term ends Dec. 2024 | PO Box 2503, Manteo, NC 27954 252-473-3827 (H) 252-473-7533 (C) 252-473-2778 (Fax) |
| Carl Woody District 1; term ends Dec. 2024 | 124 Raleigh Wood Dr., Manteo NC 27954 252-305-9265 (C) |
| Cape Hatteras Elem. (PK- 5) Buxton | 995-6196 | Principal: Sherry Couch |
| First Flight Elem. (PK-5) KDH | 441-1111 | Principal: Dr. Jodie Mitchum |
| Kitty Hawk Elem. (K-5) Southern Shores | 261-2313 | Principal: Dr. Gregory Florence |
| Manteo Elem. (PK-5) Manteo | 473-2742 | Principal: Steve Blackstock |
| Nags Head Elem. (PK-5) Nags Head | 480-8880 | Principal: Dr. Adrienne Palma |
| First Flight Middle (6-8) KDH | 441-8888 | Principal: Diane Childress |
| Manteo Middle (6-8) Manteo | 473-5549 | Principal: Tami Harper |
| Cape Hatteras Secondary (6-12) Buxton | 995-5730 | Principal: Beth Rooks |
| Dare Learning Academy | 473-2264 | Principal: L’Tanya Murray |
| First Flight High (9-12) KDH | 449-7000 | Principal: Chuck Lansing |
| Manteo High (9-12) Manteo | 473-5841 | Principal: John Luciano |
| All children 7-16 years old are required to be enrolled in classes. |
| Children must be five by Aug. 31 in order to attend kindergarten in that school year. |
| An after-school enrichment program is in operation at all elementary schools. It provides child care services with snack, homework supervision, and planned activities until 6PM. Director: Marsha Riibner-Cady 216-8613 |
| A Head Start program is provided in Manteo for eligible children. Phone: 473-5246 |
| College of The Albemarle (COA) Dare County Campus, 132 Russell Twiford Rd., Manteo 27959 Roanoke Island Campus, 205 Hwy. 64/264 Business, Manteo 27954 | Office hours: 8AM–6:00PM Mon.–Thurs., 8AM–4:30PM Fri. 473-2264 or 473-3593 Fax 473-6008 |
| Tim Sweeney, Dean | Website: www.albemarle.edu |
| The Dare Campus offers degree programs in College Transfer, Business Administration, Early Childhood Education, Fine Arts, Science, General Education and Arts. COA also offers occupational courses in areas such as Welding, HVAC, Hospitality Leadership, Marine Diesel Engine Repair, Jewelry etc.. Additionally, High School Equivalency and ESL programs and Hospitality & Tourism Certifications are available. Please see website for current course offerings. | |
| For information on continuing education, call 473-2264, Roanoke Island Campus. | |
| Office: 1 Festival Park Blvd. Manteo, NC 27954 Located within Roanoke Island Festival Park | 423-5240 |
| Samantha Crisp, Director Tama Creef, Archivist Stuart Parks II, Archivist | obhc@ncdcr.gov Website: http://archives.ncdcr.gov/researchers/outer- banks-history-center |
| Reading Room: Open 9AM–5PM weekdays except state holidays | Facebook: www.facebook.com/OBXhistory Flickr: www.flickr.com/photos/obhc |
| The Outer Banks History Center is a regional archival facility administered by the State Archives of North Carolina. The OBHC’s mission is to collect, preserve and provide public access to historical and documentary materials relating to coastal North Carolina, and to serve as an accessible, service-oriented center for historical research and inquiry. The OBHC is an excellent place to find historical photographs and records, explore family history, and learn about a wide range of local history topics | |
| East Albemarle Regional Library System | www.earlibrary.org |
| Jonathan Wark, Dare Co. Librarian | 473-2372 |
| Any Dare County resident or property owner may borrow materials free of charge. Parents must sign for children under 14 years of age. Library cards are honored at all libraries of the East Albemarle Regional Library (Pasquotank, Camden, Dare, and Currituck Counties). On-line services are available on the website. Call the Manteo Library for information about homebound delivery. Research and reference services and inter- library loan are available for books and materials not owned by East Albemarle Library System. | |
| Library policy is set by an 8 member board appointed by the County Commissioners, one of whom is a member of the library board. | |
| Hatteras Library, Hatteras Community | Tues., Thurs., Fri. 10:00 AM– |
| Building | 5:30PM, |
| Mail: PO Box 309, Hatteras 27943 | Wed. 1PM-7PM |
| 986-2385 Fax 986-2952 | Sat. 10:00AM– 12:30PM Closed Mon. |
| Kill Devil Hills Branch, 400 Mustian St., | Mon,Thurs,Fri. 10AM–5:30PM |
| KDH 27948 | Tues, Wed. 10AM–7PM |
| Mail: Same | Sat. 10AM–4PM |
| 441-4331 Fax 441-0608 | Closed Sat. in July & August |
| Manteo Library,700 N. US 64, Manteo Mail: P.O. Box 1000, Manteo 27954 473-2372 Fax 473-6034 | Mon. & Thurs. 10AM–7PM, Tues, Wed., Fri. 10AM 5:30PM Sat. 10AM–4PM Closed Sat. in July & August |
| Mail: P.O. Box 7624, Kill Devil Hills 27948 | 216-7773 |
| Lynn Blackburn, Chair | All services are free of charge |
| The Council collaborates with other literacy organizations (COA, libraries, area churches) to provide services for adults including: Adult Basic Education, reading, basic math, GED, English as a Second Language and US citizenship instruction. Individual or small group tutoring is provided. The Council also trains tutors who want to teach people to read, write and speak English, improve math skills, and/or get their GEDs. Volunteers are always needed to assist with fundraising, data entry and office/administrative tasks. | |
CHAPTER 5 – MEDICAL/HEALTH
DCDHHS*: PUBLIC HEALTH DIVISION * DARE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH HUMAN SERVICES| Main Office: 109 Exeter St., Manteo 27954 Mail: P.O. Box 669, Manteo 27954 | 475-5003 Fax 473-5763 Website: www.darenc.com/hhs |
| Satellite Offices: 50347 Hwy. 12, Frisco 27936 2514 S. Croatan Hwy., Nags Head 27959 | 475-9320 Fax 995-6816 |
| Sheila Davies PhD, Director | 475-5076 |
| Board of Health and Human Services | Tim Shearin, Chairman |
| The Public Health Division of the Dare County Department of Health Human Services encompasses Dare Home Health and Dare Hospice, providing nursing, therapies, social work, counseling and certified in- home nursing assistants for patients meeting eligibility requirements; Environmental Health Services, which inspects and issues permits for private and public institutions, including in-site sewage disposal systems, food and lodging facilities, and pools and schools; Community and Clinical Services, providing surveillance, prevention, education, and safety net clinic services, including investigating communicable diseases, case management services, and school health services. Health Education and Outreach Services, providing information, education, and outreach services to enable people to live healthier lives. | |
OTHER HEALTH AGENCIES
| Port New Horizons Mental and Substance Abuse Services 2808 S. Croatan Hwy. Ste. B, Nags Head 27959 | 441-2324 Fax 441-1994 |
| Michelle Hawbacker, Program Supervisor | |
| Provides substance abuse and mental health services, assessment and outpatient treatment services for adolescents and adults. | |
| Community Care Clinic of Dare | 261-3041 www.dareclinic.org | |
| Lyn Jenkins, Executive Director | ||
| The Community Care Clinic of Dare provides basic primary medical care, medication assistance, and wellness education for financially challenged, uninsured persons living or working in Dare County. | ||
| Hatteras Clinic— | Patient registration, information, Medical Clinic and | |
| 50347 NC 12, | Medication Dispensing: Every Tues. 5:30PM-8:00PM | |
| Frisco | ||
| 475-9329 | ||
| Nags Head Clinic | Patient care and registration available | |
| 425 Health | M-Th 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM | |
| Center Drive | Spanish to English interpreter available | |
| Nags Head, NC | Mon & Wed. | |
| 27959 261-3041 | ||
| Dare Co. Dialysis Center 115 Exeter St. (behind Chesley Mall), Manteo 27954 | 475-3530 Fax 475-3534 Hours: 6:00 AM-5:00 PM Mon.-Sat. |
| Denisha Green, Clinical Manager | |
| This 9-station end-stage renal facility is a partnership of Dare Co. and Vidant Health. A physician’s referral is required. Medicaid, Medicare, and most private insurance are accepted. | |
| The Outer Banks Hospital 4800 S. Croatan Hwy. (MP 14) Nags Head 27959 | 449-4500 obhinfo@theobh.com www.theobh.com |
| Ronnie Sloan, FACHE, President | |
| TOBH is a community hospital offering the latest in healthcare advances and technology including cancer care, general surgery, orthopedic surgery, gynecologic surgery, emergency, birthing, imaging, diagnostic, rehabilitation therapy services and inpatient care. The hospital is a partnership between Vidant Health in Greenville, North Carolina and Chesapeake Regional Healthcare. OBH is fully accredited by the Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations. | |
| Cancer Resource Center Medical Office Building 4810 S. Croatan Hwy, Suite 220, Nags Head 27959 | 449-8265 cancerinfo@theobh.com www.theobh.com Open Mon.- Thur 8:00AM - 4:30PM.; Fri. 8AM – 12:00 PM and by appointment |
| The TOBH Cancer Resource Center is dedicated to helping patients with cancer better understand their diagnosis and treatment and adjust to the changes that a cancer diagnosis brings. The Center offers a comfortable place to sit and browse the extensive library of resources including brochures, medical literature and local resources available to help people dealing with cancer. Trained personnel are available to assist with online computer searches as well. The image boutique has a variety of head coverings and wigs available that have been provided by the generosity of the community. All services of the Center are provided at no cost. | |
| TOBH Cancer Outreach 4810 S Croatan Hwy,Suite 112, Nags Head, 27959 | Clinic Open 8:00AM-5:00PM Mon.- Fri. |
| 449-9183 | |
| Two specialty nurse navigators are available to consult with cancer patients and their families and assist them with cancer care coordination. The nurse navigator helps patients understand their diagnosis, reviews available resources including transportation, residential assistance & gap coverage & troubleshoots delays/barriers to care. This free service is available to all residents of Dare Co. regardless of place of residence or institution providing medical care | |
| The Outer Banks Hospital Hands of Hope Program----- 449-4550 office 4810 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, 27959 |
| Community volunteers are specially trained to support individuals and their caregivers facing a diagnosis of cancer. Examples include helping with errands, meals, transportation, respite care for the caregiver, light house or yard work and helping out with light office tasks. These |
| volunteers set an example of caring for others. This is a free service. |
| The Outer Banks Hospital Urgent Care Center- Kitty Hawk 5112 N. Croatan Highway,Kitty Hawk 27949 | 449-7474 Open 7 days a week including Holidays |
| No appointment necessary | 8:30AM - 7:30 PM Walk-ins welcome |
| The Outer Banks Hospital Urgent Care Center & Family Medicine Milepost 14, 48023 S. Croatan Hwy, Nags Head | 261-8040 Open 7 days a week including Holidays 7:30AM - 6:30 PM |
| No appointment necessary. Primary care available by appointment | Walk-in welcome |
| The Outer Banks Hospital Radiation Therapy Center 4927 S. Croatan Highway Nags Head, NC 27959 | 261-0777 Same or next day appointment Mon - Fri 7:30AM - 4:00PM |
| Board certified radiation oncologist, fully-licensed radiation therapists, medical physicists, dosimetrists and support staff. External Beam Radiation Therapy Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy Image-guided Radiation Therapy |
| The Outer Banks Hospital Outpatient Rehabilitation Therapy 4820 S.Croatan Hwy Nags Head, NC 27959 | 449-4560 Mon to Fri 7:30AM – 6:00PM By appointment |
| TOBH Outpatient Rehabilitation Therapy offers customized, comprehensive outpatient rehabilitative care to meet the ever- increasing needs of the community. Housed in the new, state-of-the- art Rehabilitation Therapy building on TOBH campus, services offered include physical, occupational, speech & balance therapies . | |
| Outer Banks Medical Group Jennifer Allen, Mgr of Regional Operations – 449-5689 |
| The Outer Banks Medical Group is a multi-specialty physician group that provides high quality, compassionate care for the health & wellness needs of the Outer Banks community. There are over 30 primary & specialty care providers in locations from Southern Shores.to Avon |
| Outer Banks Family | Hours: 8AM-4:45PM Mon.-Fri. | |
| Medicine, Avon | By appointment | |
| 40894 NC 12, Avon 27915 | ||
| 995-3073 | ||
| Outer Banks Family Medicine- | 473-3478 Fax 473-3600 | |
| Manteo | Mon-Fri 7:30 AM – 7:30 PM | |
| 604 Amanda St., Manteo 27954 | Closed 12PM – 1PM for lunch By appointment | |
| Outer Banks Family Medicine, | 449-5780 Fax: 449-5799 | |
| Kitty Hawk | Hours: M-Th 8:00AM – 5:00PM | |
| 5120 N. Croatan Hwy Kitty Hawk | Fri 8:00AM-2:00PM By appointment | |
| Beach Medical Care LTD 4917 S. Croatan Hwy Unit 1B, Nags Head | 261-4187 Fax 261-5182 Hours: M-F 8AM-5:30PM; Closed Sat & Sun |
| Yvonne Taylor Lane | ytl.bmc@gmail.com; |
| Practice Manager | bmchealthcare.com |
| Urgent care/family practice; walk- | |
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CHAPTER 6– SOCIAL SERVICES
DCDHHS * SOCIAL SERVICES DIVISION
* DARE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES| Main Office: 107 Exeter St., Manteo Mail: P.O. Box 669, Manteo 27954 | 475-5500 Fax 473-9824 www.darenc.com/hhs |
| Satellite Office: 50346 Hwy. 12, Frisco | 475-9320 Fax 995-6816 |
| Chuck Lycett, Director | 475-5500 |
| Tim Shearin, Chairman | Board of Health & Human Services |
| Social Services provides a broad array of economic and services programs. Economic services include Medicaid, Health Choice, Food and Nutrition Services, and Work First. Services include investigation of child and elder abuse and neglect; foster care and adoption services, in-home aide services, child daycare, prevention services and emergency services. Social Services helps families make decisions about nursing home placement or institutional care of disabled or elderly members and provides or refers clients to emergency services. | |
| Beach Food Pantry 4007 N. Croatan Hwy Kitty Hawk Mail: P.O. Box 468, Kitty Hawk NC 27949 | 261-2756 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 2PM-4PM Email: executivedirector@beachfoodpantry.org Facebook, Twitter & Instagram: BeachFoodPantry Website: beachfoodpantry.org |
| The Beach Food Pantry’s mission is to provide direct nutritional assistance to Dare County residents in a temporary crisis or emergency situation. Households are provided with at least a two-week supply of food based upon family size. The pantry provides food assistance up to four times a year, with a minimum of 30 days required between visits. | |
| Office: 954 Marshall C. Collins Dr., Manteo Mail: P.O. Box 1000, Manteo 27954 | Reservations & information: 475-5640 Fax 473-3471 |
| Sharon Flatt, Supervisor | Hours: 7:30AM–5PM Mon.-Fri. |
| Scheduled transportation is available to all Dare Co. residents for medical appointments, shopping, dialysis treatments, the nutrition site in Manteo, etc. Medical appointments are a priority. Anyone can ride. | |
| Contact: Gail Sonnesso | 252-480-3354 |
| 12 Juniper Trail Southern Shores | www.gemdayservices.org |
| Works to provide support & resources for people living with dementia, their care partners & the community | |
| Center: Hwy. 64 and Amadas St., Manteo Mail: P.O. Box 1490, Manteo 27954 | Hotline Crisis Phone: 473-3366 |
| Michael Lewis, Director | 473-5121 Fax 473-9895 |
| Hotline offers shelter and services to victims of domestic abuse, sexual assault, and human trafficking. It maintains a 24-hour emergency phone line to connect distressed callers with trained volunteers. Hotline is a private, non-profit organization supported by grants, contributions, and fundraisers as well as sales from its thrift shops. Thrift shops are located in Manteo, Nags Head, Kitty Hawk, Rodanthe, and Buxton. Karma Blue is located in Nags Head. | |
| 115 Mustian St PO Box 1663 Kill Devil Hills NC 27948 | 480-0070 Fax 261-6342 director@interfaithoutreach.com Website: www.interfaithoutreach.com |
| Jenniffer Albanese, Executive Director | Hours: 10AM–2PM Mon., Wed., Fri. |
| ICO provides direct services to Dare & Currituck Co. residents who are facing a temporary emergency crisis. ICO also provides cancer outreach. ICO is an interfaith organization of volunteers who are supported by 48 local faith communities and local partners. | |
| Older Adult Services: located in the Baum Senior Center, 300 Mustian St., KDH Mail: P.O. Box 1000, Manteo 27954 | 475-5635 or 475-5638 Fax 441-5600 www.darenc.com |
| Brandi Bohanan, Director | |
| This is the county’s designated focal point on aging, serving the needs of adults 55 and older and their families. Countywide services include home- delivered meals, outreach, tax aid, health screenings, Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) which includes Medicare Part D counseling, recreational arts and crafts programs, Outer Banks Senior Games, volunteer opportunities, and fitness programs. Other activities include watercolor classes, duplicate bridge, pinochle, pickleball, canasta, etc.. Visit website for a newsletter and current calendar. | |
| Fessenden Center 46830 NC Hwy. 12, Buxton Mail: P.O. Box 859, Buxton 27920 | 475-5650 Fax 995-3944 fessenden@darenc.com Mon - Fri. 8:30AM - 5PM |
| Denise Norville, Leisure Program Supervisor | |
| This county-owned multi-purpose facility is designed to serve Dare Co. residents of all ages. It provides programs and activities through Older Adult Services and the Parks and Recreation Department. | |
| Children & Youth Partnership for Dare Co. 534 Ananias Dare St Manteo, 27954 | 441-0614 Website: www.darekids.org – visit to search for upcoming events & specific programs |
| Nancy Griffin, Executive Director | |
| The Partnership is a private, non-profit organization serving children birth through adolescence and their families in Dare Co. It administers the local Smart Start Program and serves as a clearinghouse of information and services available to Dare County’s children, families and other caregivers. | |
| Dare County Friends of Youth 954 Marshall C. Collins Dr., Manteo Mail: P.O. Box 1000, Manteo 27954 | 475-5753 or 475-5754 |
| Shannon Glaser, Program Coordinator | |
| The Dare County Friends of Youth program recruits, screens, and trains adult volunteers to serve as one-on-one & group mentors to at-risk youth in the community. One-on-One mentors are matched with a youth with whom they spend time with at least twice a month, for the period of one year. Group mentors are paired with one or more youths, at group activities & other Friends of Youth sponsored events. The organization serves youths ages 6-17. | |
CHAPTER 7 – SAFETY
| LAW ENFORCEMENT AND PUBLIC SAFETY EMERGENCY POLICE, FIRE, OCEAN RESCUE AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE TELEPHONE 911 For a dispatcher for police, fire and EMS non-emergency response call 252-473-3444 |
DARE COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
| Office: Dare Co. Justice Center 962 Marshall C. Collins Dr., Manteo Mail: P.O. Box 757, Manteo 27954 | 475-5980 Fax 441-9437 |
| Doug Doughtie, Sheriff | |
| Capt. Alan Moran, Jail Admin. | 475-9220 Fax 473-5350 |
| Capt. Trey Piland, Communications Dir. | 475-5705 Fax 473-4563 |
| The Sheriff’s Office is responsible for law enforcement in the unincorporated areas of Dare Co., for serving civil and criminal papers, for courtroom security, and resource officers for the school district. The Sheriff is the custodial agent for the Dare Co. Detention Center located at 1044 Driftwood Dr., Manteo and the Regional Emergency Communications Center located at 370 Airport Rd. Manteo | |
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
| Dare Co. Emergency Management Center Office: 370 Airport Rd. Manteo Mail: PO Box 1000 Manteo 27954 | 475-5655 Admin Office 475-5750 |
| Drew Pearson, EM Director Steve Kovacs, Deputy Director James Wouten, EM Planner | |
| Dare County Emergency Management is a unit of Government with the lead role in preparing for and coordinating response to emergencies both natural and man-made. The measures applied are an “All Hazards” emphasis reflecting prevention, response, recovery and mitigation programs. Dare County Emergency Management is the local equivalent of the NC Division of Emergency Management at the State level. It works closely with all agencies (public & private) before, during and after emergencies to ensure for the protection of lives & property. Emergency Management has a full-time professional staff that receives specialized training in many varied fields. Like other public safety officials, staff members serve the community 24 hrs a day 365 days a year. | |
| All Dare County Emergency Management information, along with related links can be found at https://www.darenc.com/department/emergency- management. Anyone can register to receive emergency alerts on the Department website. | |
| For official information, monitor the following: |
| · Internet – https://www.darenc.com/departments/emergency- management · Radio – Designated EAS Station – WRSF 105.7FM NOAA weather radio station |
| Office: 370 Airport Rd, Manteo Mail: P.O. Box 1000, Manteo 27954 | 475-5750 |
| Steven Kovacs, County Fire Marshal | |
| Fire protection is provided throughout the 860+ square miles of Dare Co. by 400 volunteer and career fire fighters in 14 individual fire districts which support 17 fire stations and Hatteras Island Rescue. Each municipality is responsible for its own fire protection. The Dare Co. Fire Marshal acts as the liaison between the County Board of Commissioners and its fire districts. The office is responsible for the enforcement of the NC State Fire Code, assists the local fire departments in conducting fire investigations and cause and origin determinations. The office maintains a countywide fire data reporting system, is active in the area of fire prevention, and designs programs that are geared toward all citizens. | |
EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES
| Office: EMS Station #1 1632 N. Croatan Hwy., Kill Devil Hills Mail: P.O. Box 1000, Manteo 27954 | 475-5710 Fax 441-1847 |
| Jennie Collins, Chief; Terence Sheehy, Deputy Chief of Operations; Thomas Francisco, Deputy Chief of Safety & Training | |
| Dare Co. EMS operates ground ambulances and an emergency medical helicopter out of 8 stations throughout the county. EMS provides advanced life support emergency medical care to all areas of Dare Co. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Emergency patients are transported to The Outer Banks Hospital and, if needed, transported by ambulance or helicopter to tertiary care hospitals in Elizabeth City, Chesapeake, Norfolk, & Vidant Pitt Greenville. Dare EMS provides injury prevention programs, various life support training classes, and other educational opportunities for EMS professionals. | |
| Outer Banks SPCA Dare County Animal Shelter 1031 Driftwood Dr., Manteo Mail: P.O. Box 2477, Manteo 27954 | 475-5620 After hours emergency service (injured animals or bites only) 473-3444 | |
| Kill Devil Hills - animal control officers and temporary animal shelter | 480-4047 | |
| Nags Head – animal control officer | 441-6386 | |
| Operated for the county under contract by the Outer Banks SPCA, it rescues stray dogs and cats, provides adoption service, low-cost spay/neuter programs, injured animal rescue, bite cases and rabies control, animal cruelty investigations, lost and found pets, humane education and other programs. | ||
| Rabies inoculations are required by the state for dogs and cats. Low cost rabies clinics are held periodically throughout the county. Proof of current rabies inoculation is required to obtain a Dare Co. dog license. Most towns have leash laws and may restrict dog beach access to off-season only. | ||
| Injured or dead red wolves: Report to US Fish and Wildlife Service, Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge Office, 473-1131 x246. | ||
| Report stranded, injured or dead whales, dolphins, porpoises or seals to the Marine Mammal Stranding Network, (252) 241-5119. | ||
| Report stranded, injured or dead sea turtles to NEST, 441-8622. If shell is painted orange, it has already been attended to. | ||
| NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island assists these groups, 473-3494. | ||
| Report rabid or suspect wildlife to Dare Co. Animal Control, 475-5620 or to NC Wildlife Comm. 491-6993. | ||
| Each town designates beach areas where life guards are on duty and the schedule for these services. Contact town halls for information. |
| The National Park Service is responsible for beaches at Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Call 473-2111 for information. |
| When conditions warrant, red flags designate NO SWIMMING. |
CHAPTER 8 – PUBLIC WORKS/UTILITIES
DARE COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT| 1018 Driftwood Dr., Manteo Mail: P.O. Box 1000, Manteo 27954 | 475-5880 Fax 473-5218 | |
| Shanna Fullmer, Director | ||
| Trash Collection | 475-5895 | |
| Kitty Hawk and the unincorporated areas of the county have trash collection provided through the county government under contracts with the towns. | ||
| Duck (255-1234), Manteo (473-2133), Nags Head (441-1122), and Kill Devil Hills (480-4080) and Southern Shores (261-2394) contract for their trash collection. | ||
| All Dare Co. solid waste is sent to a commercially operated regional landfill located in Bertie County. Tipping fees are reflected in the towns’ tax rate. | ||
| NC statutes prohibit the following in solid waste sent to landfills: yard waste, aluminum cans, anti-freeze, tires, motor oil, lead acid batteries, paint, hazardous materials (pesticides, herbicides, chemicals, etc.) | ||
| Recycling | County Recycling Coordinator 475-5890 |
| There are several drop-off recycling centers in Dare Co. Most accept glass, aluminum and steel cans, some plastic (#1 & 2), paper, and cardboard. Some County centers accept used motor oil and old tires. Call 475-5890 for further information. | |
| COUNTY OPERATED CENTERS | |
| Dare County Public Works Compound 1018 Driftwood Dr., Manteo | 8AM-5PM Mon.–Fri. year round; 8AM– 12PM Sat year round |
| Manns Harbor Community Center 6677 Hwy. 64/264, Manns Harbor | Open 24 hours daily, unattended |
| Stumpy Point Community Center 251 Bayview Dr., Stumpy Point | Open 24 hours daily, unattended |
| Wanchese Community Center 295 Old School House Rd., Wanchese | Open 24 hours daily, unattended |
| Buxton 47015 Buxton Back Rd., Buxton | 8:30AM–4PM Mon.–Fri., 8:30AM– 12PM Sat. |
| Rodanthe, Salvo, Waves – Chicamacomico Fire Station, NC 12, Rodanthe | Open 8AM-5PM daily, unattended |
| TOWN OPERATED CENTERS | |
| Duck | Curbside pick-up every Mon.: May 1 – Oct. 31, 1st and 3rd Mon.: Nov 1 – Apr 30 |
| Kill Devil Hills, Public Works Complex, 701 Bermuda Bay Blvd. (off Colington Rd), Voluntary curbside pickup—252- 491-5105 | 8AM–4PM Mon.–Fri., 8AM–2PM Sat. 480-4080 Bay Disposal |
| Kitty Hawk, 4190 Bob Perry Rd. at county boat ramp Voluntary curbside pickup—252- 491-5105 | 8AM–3PM Mon.,Tues.,Thurs., Fri. 8AM-NOON Sat. Closed Wed & Sun |
| Manteo – residents use County Public Works Compound dropoff location on Driftwood Drive. Residents can request a recycling can. Curbside pickup by Bay Disposal-Residents must request a can | |
| Nags Head – drop off centers: 1. Town Hall 2. Public Works Facility | Curbside pick-up: check website for schedule www.nagsheadnc.gov or call 441-1122 1. 8AM to sunset daily 2. 7AM to sunset Mon-Fri |
| Southern Shores | Curbside pickup: Trash every Monday, Recycle every Wednewday |
| Mosquito Control | 475-5885 | |
| Control methods include trapping, surveillance, larviciding, spraying | ||
| Sewage Treatment | ||
| Dare Co. does not have a countywide wastewater treatment system. Manteo and Stumpy Point have their own wastewater treatment plants. Kill Devil Hills has a wastewater treatment plant with both commercial and residential customers that serve part of the Town. There are several private treatment plants that serve some real estate developments. Most county residents rely on individual on-site wastewater systems. Permits for installing new systems and repairing existing systems must be obtained from the Public Health Division, Environmental Health Unit. | ||
| Main Office: Dare County Satellite Office 2601 N. Croatan Hwy, Kill Devil Hills | 475-5080 | |
| Satellite Offices: Manteo Office, Dare County Administrative Bldg, 954 Marshall C. Collins Dr, Manteo (475-5092); Frisco Office, 50347 NC 12 Hwy, Frisco (475-5075) | ||
| Jack Flythe, Supervisor | 475-5075 | |
| Dominion Energy – supplies power to Dare Co. except for Hatteras Island | 866-366-4357 |
| Cape Hatteras Electric Membership Coop – supplies power to Hatteras Island | 995-5616 To report outages – 866-511-9862 |
| Tideland Electric Membership Coop - supplies service to mainland Dare Co. | 800-637-1079 |
| Dare Co. Water Dept. 600 Mustain St., Kill Devil Hills 27948 | 475-5990 After Hours 475-5812 |
| Pat Irwin, Director | 475-5606 |
| Dare Co. Water Dept. serves and bills customers in Colington, Duck, Kitty Hawk, Southern Shores, Stumpy Point, Avon, Buxton, Frisco, Hatteras, and parts of Roanoke Island. | |
| Kill Devil Hills (480-4080), Nags Head (441-5508) and Manteo (473-2133) buy water from the county and distribute it to their customers. Dare County’s Joseph “Mac” Midgett Water Plant serves Rodanthe, Waves, and Salvo. 475-5780; after hours: 475-5812. | |
| Dare Co. Cape Hatteras Water Dept. serves and bills Avon, Buxton, Frisco and Hatteras. 475-5760; after hours 475-5812 | |
| Environmental Health Division, Dare Co. Dept. of Public Health does chemical water analysis and bacterial testing for private wells for a $30 fee each. 475-5080 (KDH) 475-5092 (Manteo) | |
| Water taps applications: | |
| Duck, Southern Shores, Martin’s Point, Kitty Hawk, Colington, Stumpy Point and parts of Roanoke Island outside the town of Manteo | Dare Co. Water Dept. 600 Mustian St., KDH 475-5990 |
| Kill Devil Hills, Nags Head, and parts of Manteo | Available at respective town halls |
| Rodanthe, Waves, and Salvo, Avon, Buxton, Frisco, and Hatteras | Available at the Frisco reverse osmosis plant; 475-5760 |
CHAPTER 9 – PARKS AND RECREATION
DARE COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT| Lions Club Center, Westcott Park, Manteo | Mail: P.O. Box 1000, Manteo 27954 |
| Tim White, Public Service Dir. | 475-5916 |
| Youth Center & Family Recreation Park 602 S. Mustian St., KDH 27948 475-5920 | Charlotte Midgett, Division Coordinator |
| Fessenden Center, 46830 NC Hwy. 12, Buxton Mail: P.O. Box 859, Buxton 27920 475-5650 | Denise Norville, Division Coordinator |
| Lions Club Center, Westcott Park, 1000 Westcott Park Rd., Manteo P.O. Box 1000, Manteo 27954 475-5910 | Spencer Gregory, Division Coordinator |
| The department offers classes in swimming, tennis, drama, music, theater, gymnastics, arts, crafts, wrestling, karate; organizes youth/adult sports teams; helps sponsor an annual marathon and other special activities. Tennis courts, soccer, baseball and softball fields are provided for Dare Co. residents. An appointed Recreation Advisory Council oversees the department. | |
| Dare County Center 950 Marshall C. Collins Dr., Manteo Mail: P.O. Box 1000, Manteo 27954 | 475-9270 Fax 475-9278 |
| Sandy Pace, Director 475-5625 | 8:30AM-5PM Mon.-Fri. Fitness center: 7AM-7PM Mon.-Thurs. 7AM-5PM. Fri. |
| Juanita Reveals Nutrition Site Coordinator | 475-9279 |
| The Dare County Center is a multi-generational facility that provides resources, programs and activities for Dare Co. citizens of all ages including arts and crafts, exercise classes, cooking classes, theater productions, health and wellness programs, health fairs, family fun nights, estate planning, technology classes, tax assistance, and Medicare assistance. Nutritionally balanced meals are served five-days a week in a congregate setting or delivered to the home. | |
| Headquarters for National Parks on the Outer Banks, located on the grounds of Fort Raleigh NHS Mail: Outer Banks Group,1401 National Park Dr., Manteo 27954 | 473-2111 Websites: www.nps.gov/caha www.nps.gov/wrbr www.nps.gov/fora | |
| David Hallac, Superintendent | Has administrative responsibility for the following sites which are open 7 days a week | |
| Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Bodie Island Visitor Center | 475-9501 No charge except to climb the lighthouse when open | |
| Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Hatteras Island Visitor Center | 475-9602 No charge except to climb the lighthouse when open | |
| Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Ocracoke Island Visitor Center | 475-9701 No charge | |
| Ft. Raleigh National Historic Site, Roanoke Island | 475-9001 No charge | |
| Wright Brothers National Memorial, Kill Devil Hills | 475-9401 Entrance fee | |
| View park websites for current hours | ||
| National Wildlife Refuges Visitor Center 100 Conservation Way, Manteo Mail: P.O. Box 1969, Manteo 27954 | Operated by US Fish & Wildlife Service. 473-1131 www.fws.gov/ncgatewayvc Mon - Sat. 9 AM - 4 PM Sun. Noon - 4 PM | |
| Rebekah Martin, Refuge Complex Manager | Has administrative responsibility for: | |
| Alligator River NWR, Dare Co. mainland | 473-1132 www.fws.gov/refuge/alligator_river Refuge open daily during daylight hours No charge | |
| Pea Island NWR, South of Oregon Inlet | 987-2394 www.fws.gov/refuge/pea_island Open year round, no charge Visitor Center: 9AM–4PM daily | |
| Jockey’s Ridge State Park Carolista Dr. off Hwy 158, NH Mail: P.O. Box 592, Nags Head 27959 | 252-441-7132 Website: www.ncparks.gov | |
| Joy Greenwood Superintendent | Hours vary with time of year, no charge Open 7 days a week except Dec. 25 | |
| Park has limited handicap access. Programs focus on wind and sand, | ||
| weather patterns, indigenous wildlife, and local history. Call for information on current programs. Dune rides offered upon request and availability of staff for persons with disabilities. 24 hrs notice required. |
| Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum 59200 Museum Dr., Hatteras 27943 | 986-0720, 986-0721 Fax 986-1212 Website: www.graveyardoftheatlantic.com |
| Joseph Schwarzer, Executive Director | In Season: Mon.-Sat. 10:00AM-5:00PM Off Season: Mon.-Sat. 10:00AM-4:00PM |
| Exhibits showcase the maritime history and shipwrecks of the Outer Banks. | |
| NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island, 374 Airport Rd., Manteo Mail: P.O. Box 967, Manteo 27954 | 475-2300 Fax 473-1980 Website: www.ncaquariums.com |
| Larry Warner, Director | Hours: 9AM-5PM, daily admission charge |
| Come see aquatic life of the Outer Banks. Experience close encounter with fishes, rays, otters, snakes and the largest collection of sharks in the state. Dive shows, animal feedings daily, behind-the-scenes tours, STAR Center and more. Consider hosting your next special event or birthday party at the Aquarium. | |
| Jennette’s Pier at Nags Head 7223 S. Virginia Dare Tr., NH Mail: P.O. Box 1445, Nags Head 27959 | 255-1501 Website: www.jennettespier.net May to Oct: 6 AM to midnight Apr and Nov 7 AM to 9 PM Dec – March 9 AM to 5 PM |
| Mike Remige, Director | Daily Fishing Fee: Call for rates Sightseeing Fee: $2 adult, $1 child (under 13) |
| One-of-a-kind educational fishing pier operated by the NC Aquarium. Features a modern classroom with daily programming, alternative energy demos, live animal exhibits, meeting and reception facilities, tackle shop with rod rentals, on-site ocean energy projects, and other unique displays. | |
| Roanoke Island Festival Park One Festival Park, Manteo 27954 | 475-1500 Event line: 475-1506 Website: www.roanokeisland.com |
| Kim Sawyer, Executive Director | Open Mar 6 - Dec. 31, 9AM-5PM daily except some holidays. Admission fee |
| The mission of Roanoke Island Festival Park is to involve residents and visitors of all ages in creative and stimulating exploration of Roanoke Island’s historical, cultural, and natural resources. | |
OTHER PARK SITES
| Elizabethan Gardens Ft. Raleigh north of Manteo 1411 National Park Dr., Manteo 27954 | 473-3234 Fax 473-3244 info@elizabethangardens.org Website: www.elizabethangardens.org |
| Carl Curnutte, Executive Director | Open 7 days a week except Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Day, New Years Eve and Day. Closed the month of February. Hours vary with the season. |
| Guided tours by appointment, special events and workshops | Admission fee Memberships available |
| The Gardens are operated under the auspices of the Garden Club of NC, a non-profit organization supported by admission fees, donations, gift shop and plant sales. | |
| Nags Head Woods Ecological Preserve The Nature Conservancy of NC 701 W. Ocean Acres Dr., KDH 27948 | 441-2525 Website: www.nature.org/nhw |
| Aaron McCall, NE Regional Steward Jennifer Gilbreath, Conservation Coordinator Eric Soberholm, Albemarle-Pamlico Restoration Specialist Brian Boutin, Albemarle-Pamlico Program Director Lora Eddy, Coastal Engagement Coordinator | Trails open dawn to dusk every day. Trail maps and other information available at the outdoor information counter. Pets must be on a leash. Pet cleanup is required. |
| NC Coastal Reserve 983 W. Kitty Hawk Rd. Kitty Hawk 27949 | 261-8891 Fax 261-8892 Website: www.nccoastalreserve.net |
| Contact: Woody Webster 252-796-3709 Email:woody.webster@ncdenr.gov | Hours: 8AM–5PM weekdays ; call in advance as schedule can vary |
| Responsible for management of 3 coastal reserves in the Northern Outer Banks: Currituck Banks, a national site, NC 12 north of Corolla; Kitty Hawk Woods, a state site, on Woods Road in Kitty Hawk; and Buxton Woods, a state site, on NC 12 in Buxton. These nature reserves are maintained for research, education and traditional use. | |
CONTRIBUTORS (OTHER)
The Dare League of Women Voters is able to publish this guide through the generous financial contributions of the businesses and individuals listed on our back cover. In addition, we want to acknowledge the following businesses and individuals who have contributed money or in kind property to support our programs and activities throughout the year:
Barbara Becker
Linda Campbell
Dale Draper
Yvonne Duiker
Audrey Esposito
Sandy Feyrer
Tess Judge
Linda Campbell
Dale Draper
Yvonne Duiker
Audrey Esposito
Sandy Feyrer
Tess Judge
Carole & Gary Kimmel
Dawn Kiousis
Susan & Craig Merrill
Andrea & Paul Schollaert
Soundfeet Shoes
Carol Sykes
Patricia & John Wander
Dawn Kiousis
Susan & Craig Merrill
Andrea & Paul Schollaert
Soundfeet Shoes
Carol Sykes
Patricia & John Wander
24-HOUR EMERGENCY NUMBERS
Fire, Police, Ambulance, Ocean Rescue: 911 EMERGENCY MEDICAL ASSISTANCE
Outer Banks Hospital: 252-449-4500
CAROLINAS POISON CENTER
1-800-222-1222
CRISIS COUNSELING (HOTLINE)
252-473-3366
Family Crisis Intervention; Domestic Abuse; Sexual Assault Response; HIV/AIDS Management
DRUGS
National Drug & Alcohol Information, Treatment & Referral Hotline
1-800-662-4357
OUTER BANKS COMMUNITY SERVICES COLLABORATIVE
Call 24/7 to find social services & community resources
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USEFUL CONTACTS
NC Road Conditions: 511; ncdot.gov/travel
NC Ferry Division: 800-BY-FERRY; ncdot.gov/ferry NC Highway Patrol: 252-752-6118
Note: Information contained herein was current at the time the Citizen’s Guide went to press in January. Subsequent changes will be reflected in the next edition.
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Kitty Hawk, NC 27949