Welcome to Craven County, NC!
where the county seat stands, new bern
"The county to enjoy, live, and relax"
Craven County is located in the coastal plains and provides lots of sunshine. It was founded in 1705 and got its name from William, Earl of Craven. Our board of commissioners is working hard to make this county fun and safe.
"Our community are working hard and proud"
Within a county, they have a county seat. New Bern is a great city with a remarkable history. It was founded in 1710 and named after Bern, Switzerland. The population of the county as of 2010, is 103,505. The board of aldermen has six members along with a mayor trying to keep this county seat safe and nice. The city manager Mark Stephens is working alongside to. The mayor Dana Outlaw is working hard also and hopes a better future.
our board of alderman of new bern, north carolina
Dana E. Outlaw
Dana Edwards Outlaw was elected to serve as Mayor beginning in December 2013, after previously serving two consecutive terms as Alderman of the 6th Ward since December of 2005
Sabrina Bengel
She is one of the wards assisting the mayor. She helps out and devotes her life to this county seat
Jameesha Harris
Jameesha Harris moved to New Bern seven years ago and has devoted her time in the city to be the change she wishes to see. She possesses an Associate's Degree in Business Administration and is currently working to complete her Bachelor's at East Carolina University.
The region of craven county
What's in craven county
Craven County has the famous East Carolina University along with the New Bern Civic Theatre. They also have the Croatan national forest. Did you know, that New Bern served as the capital of NC from 1770 until it was relocated in Raleigh in 1792.
Hope to see you here!
Email: outlawd@newbernnc.gov
Website: www.newbern.nc.gov
Location: Craven County, NC, USA
Phone: 252-639-7580