New Hanover County | The Model of Good Governance

All New Hanover County Government offices, including the New Hanover County Public Library, will be closed on Monday, May 27 for Memorial Day. The New Hanover County Arboretum, Airlie Gardens, Cape Fear Museum, and the county’s landfill will all be open to the public. The HazWagon and Household Hazardous Waste facility will be closed.

Manager's Message - Thank you, New Hanover County employees

by Chris Coudriet, County Manager

The county recently recognized 232 employees who received a Stellar Award over the past year and honored 14 employees with a Five Star Award.... Read More »

Click to learn more about the new COAST development software

New Hanover County Recommended Budget - Fiscal Year 2019-2020 - Click to learn more and view budget highlights.

Click to learn more about the county's 2018-2023 Strategic Plan

Nominate Public Employees

Reach for the Stars is New Hanover County’s way for YOU to share your best experience with our employees service to you! Tell us about your encounters with employees’ service in the community and on the job by nominating them for either the Community Service Award or the Stellar Award. Read more...