Cape Fear River Navigation and Pilotage Commission

Commission Details

Board Website
Long Name Cape Fear River Navigation and Pilotage Commission
Department Commerce
Governor Appointments 4
Total Board Positions 5
Cite Name N.C. Gen. Stat.
Cite Number § 76A
Ethics 1
Term Length 4 Years
Purpose The commission creates and establishes rules and regulations necessary to the qualifications, arrangements and station of pilots who control the navigation of the Cape Fear River to and from the Cape Fear Bar and the sea buoys. It also advises the U.S. Coast Guard, the U.S. Corps of Engineers, the Pilots Association and other maritime interests.

Current Members

Member Name Term Start Date Term End Date Term Type Position Requirements
Ruth Sheehan July 1, 2025 June 30, 2029 Limited Member New Hanover County Resident
David M. Gardner July 1, 2025 June 30, 2029 Limited Member Representative Of Maritime Interests
John Robert Rabon July 1, 2025 June 30, 2029 Limited Member Brunswick County Resident
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