Expansion of license plate readers in NC

IN THIS ISSUE: increasing plate readers, EV spaces and home prices in NC

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Jason @ Port City Pulse
November 13, 2023

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Good Morning Wilmington!

It’s that awkward time of year when you see a 12-foot skeleton in one yard and a nativity scene in the next yard. My favorite is the neighbors with Tim Burton’s Nightmare Before Christmas theme complete with Christmas lights. “We’re just going to ease into the next season.”

WORLD AND NATIONAL NEWS

In today’s PortCityPulse:

  • Expansion of license plate readers in NC

  • Allocation of EV parking spaces in New Hanover County

  • See how Wilmington’s home prices stack up across NC

News

Gov. Roy Cooper signs law allowing for expansion of license plate readers

(WECT) According to the law, data obtained by the readers “shall be obtained, accessed, preserved, or disclosed only for law enforcement purposes,” however data “shall not be used for the enforcement of traffic violations.”

Defined by the law, law enforcement purposes for which data obtained can be used include:

  • “Actions related to criminal investigations, arrests, prosecutions, post-conviction confinement, or supervision.

  • Apprehending an individual with an outstanding felony warrant.

  • Locating a missing or endangered person.

  • Locating a lost or stolen vehicle.”

New Hanover looking to mandate allocation of parking spaces for EVs

[WECT] The number of electric vehicle (EV) owners in New Hanover County has surged by 816% in the last five years, prompting the county's planning board to propose an ordinance to accommodate the growing trend. The ordinance aims to mandate that new parking lots, decks, or expansions to existing facilities allocate 20%-30% of spaces for EVs, with a cap of 15 spaces per lot. These designated spots, termed EV-ready, would be equipped with the necessary underground wiring for future charger installations. While some argue that it's premature given the current low prevalence of electric vehicles, the county contends that preparing for an electric future is crucial. The proposal is set for public discussion at the Jan. 8 Board of Commissioners’ meeting, allowing stakeholders to voice their opinions on the matter.

After School spaces are limited and going fast!! Call us today at 910-799-3700 or purchase on our website.

Typical home value: $391,137- 1-year price change: +$23,858 (+6.5%)- 5-year price change: +$155,800 (+66.2%)- Metro area: Wilmington, NC

List of cities with the fastest-growing home prices in North Carolina.

[WRAL] The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties.

The typical home value in the United States was $350,091 in September, 2.1% higher than the year before.Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places. But some areas are still seeing price jumps compared to the year before.

SAVINGS ALERT

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Don’t Miss

Tree Lighting

THURS NOV 30: 6PM @Riverfront Park, ILM

Witness the lighting of the tree and the arrival of Santa!

*Special performance by the Roland-Grise Middle School chorus

*Reading of “Twas the Night Before Christmas” by Mayor Saffo

*Light refreshments

Carolina Beach Christmas Parade

FRI DEC 1: 7PM @Lake Park Blvd. The Town of Carolina Beach is excited to announce that our Carolina Beach Christmas Parade will be on Friday, December 1st, 2023, at 7:00 pm!

Our Christmas Parade will begin at Atlanta Ave near the Carolina Beach Lake. We will continue north on Lake Park Blvd and end at the Publix intersection.

There will be something fun for everyone!

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Support local vendors today at the Wrightsville Beach Farmer’s Market 8AM-1PM @Town of Wrightsville Beach Municipal Grounds

Last day of market in 2023 is December 4

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