WHITEVILLE, N.C. — After years of service inside the Columbus County Planning Department, Bridgette L. Spann has stepped into the role of Planning Director, taking the helm of one of the county’s most active and closely watched departments.
Spann, who has long served as a key administrative and operational figure within the department, moves into the leadership position at a time when Columbus County is experiencing rapid growth, increased development pressure, and a heavy slate of rezoning and subdivision requests. Her promotion follows years of internal experience supporting Planning Board operations, coordinating public hearings, and managing the day‑to‑day workflow of the department.
County documents and recent public meeting agendas list Spann as the point of contact for planning matters, including major development items brought before the Board of Commissioners.
Her appointment marks a continuation of internal stability following recent leadership turnover, and county officials have noted her deep familiarity with land‑use procedures, transportation coordination, and long‑range planning efforts. Spann also represents Columbus County on regional planning bodies, including the Cape Fear Rural Transportation Planning Organization, where she participates in transportation and infrastructure planning across Brunswick, Columbus, and Pender counties.
While the county has not yet released a formal statement outlining her priorities as director, Spann steps into the role at a pivotal moment. Columbus County is reviewing multiple large‑scale development proposals, including planned residential communities and special‑use projects that have drawn significant public interest. Her leadership will guide how the county balances growth, infrastructure needs, and community concerns in the months ahead.
Spann’s promotion has been noted publicly by regional media, which highlighted her years of service and the continuity she brings to the department.
BC News will continue to follow updates from the Planning Department as Spann begins her tenure and as major development proposals move through the county’s review process.
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