AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoHeat & Power: The U.S. Department of Energy declared an emergency for the PJM grid as an extreme East Coast heat wave pushes demand to record levels, with North Carolina in the affected service area. Drought & Water Cuts: Boone, N.C. moved to broader Stage 2 water restrictions as Watauga County stays in extreme drought, limiting lawn watering, pool filling, and other nonessential uses. Coastal Access Funding: NC DEQ’s Division of Coastal Management opened applications for the FY2027 North Carolina Boating Infrastructure Grant Program to improve docks, piers, moorings, pump-out facilities, and other public access. Wildlife Management: The NC Wildlife Resources Commission adopted new deer hunting rules to help manage Chronic Wasting Disease, including a special early antlered season and updated carcass disposal requirements. Helene Recovery & Waterways: Sen. Ted Budd vowed to oppose supplemental funding unless it includes ongoing Hurricane Helene recovery needs for western North Carolina, where debris still clogs waterways. Community Water Action: Registration is open for Beaufort County’s 10th annual Walk for Water, raising money for safe water solutions after disasters including Helene.
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