During its final 2025 regular meeting, the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners unanimously elected Commissioner LeAnn Pierce to serve as chair for the coming year, while Commissioner Dane Scalise (pictured below) will be vice chair.
“Serving as Chair is an honor and a responsibility I take seriously,” Pierce stated in a news release. “Over the past year, this Board has focused on protecting ou
r natural resources, investing in public safety and infrastructure, and making thoughtful decisions that support our community’s long-term health. I appreciate the collaborative work of my fellow Commissioners and look forward to continuing that work in the year ahead.”
Each December, the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners elects its chair and vice chair to serve a one-year term, according to the release…