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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Laurinburg public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Purchasing policy and minority participation requirements
The state repealed Historically Underutilized Business requirements in its July budget, so the city had to scrub them from its purchasing policy to stay compliant. Officials stressed that minority- and women-owned businesses remain eligible to bid — only the outreach mandate is gone.
Consumer Billing Department Budget Amendment
Ordinance O-2026-07 would add funding to the Consumer Billing Department, the office that handles utility bills.
Humane Society funding request
The Scotland County Humane Society is asking the city for funding in Fiscal Year 2026-2027, a request that affects animal welfare services and next year's budget.