(Lincolnton) The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners understands the safety and importance of an effective oversight of Lake Norman. Our lake is important to families, communities, and the environment.
The lake is also a vital energy resource which plays an important role to not only Lincoln County but also the State of North Carolina. The Board of Commissioners has been dissatisfied with the current Lake Norman Marine Commission’s regulatory oversight, or failure thereof, and the Board intends to work with State legislators and community stakeholders to codify and reestablish an improved and effective Commission. We believe more can and should be done to protect watercraft users, fishing activities, families, and visitors enjoying the lake. The Commission also serves a purpose of protecting the marine life, and environmental quality on the lake. Our goal is to see a reestablished Lake Norman Marine Commission in the near future that meets the current challenges facing Lake Norman. Rest assured that dissolution of the Commission does not have an effect on the authority of law enforcement agencies, first responders and N.C. Wildlife to police the lake, and to protect those on the lake.
The Board of Commissioners will hold their regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, May 5th 2025, at 6:30 P.M. at the County Administration Building located at 353 North Generals Blvd., Lincolnton, NC 28092. During that meeting, there will be a discussion held regarding whether Lincoln County will withdraw from the Lake Norman Marine Commission.