Developing Bayboro

On June 20, 2008, The Town of Bayboro was one of twelve towns in North Carolina awarded the NC Small Towns Economic Prosperity (STEP) Demonstration Grant by the NC Rural Development Center. NC STEP provided a $30,000 planning investment and will provide up to $100,000 to implement specific priority projects over a two-year period. Just like other Pamlico County towns, Bayboro boasts a tremendous community spirit and southern hospitality.  

Although the grant was awarded to the Town of Bayboro, the goal is to be inclusive and regionally compatible with all of Pamlico County.

The Vision

Our Vision for Pamlico County, Bayboro and its neighboring towns is a “front porch” community and a self-supporting economy that is friendly, warm, and inviting; a professional hub for businesses and services with a 21st century infrastructure; and excellent educational and recreational opportunities for all ages.

 The Mission

The Mission of the NC STEP Leadership Team of Pamlico County, Bayboro and its neighboring towns is to grow and link community assets and resources to support our small town values and cooperate for the common good while maintaining small town togetherness and economic growth.

Your Role

Education leader or student, young person or senior citizen, business owner or employee, retired or working, the STEP committee invites the involvement of Pamlico Citizens from service organizations, businesses and civic groups as well as interested citizens.  Help to evaluate and determine the social, environmental, economic and political aspects that will define the future of not only the Town of Bayboro, but it's neighboring towns.  You can start by joining us at our next meeting.