Steven Robert Overby

Steven Robert Overby is the Republican candidate for Carteret County Board of Commissioners District 1 in the 2026 North Carolina primary. The Board of Commissioners is a seven‑member body that governs the county, with each commissioner elected county‑wide but required to reside in one of six districts; commissioners serve staggered four‑year terms and are responsible for budgeting, land‑use decisions, public safety oversight, and delivering services to residents【12】. Overby defeated incumbent David Quinn in the March 3 primary, securing the Republican nomination for the November 3 general election【12】.

Overby was born and raised in Morehead City, North Carolina, and later attended Carteret Community College. He currently resides in Swansboro【10】. Professionally, he owns April Fresh Cleaning Service, a local cleaning business that provides residential and commercial services【10】.

His political experience includes a term as a Peletier commissioner from 2021 to 2023. He resigned abruptly in 2023, citing frustration that his proposed changes for the fast‑growing western part of Carteret County were blocked by other officials and a lack of resident engagement【7】. Earlier, he ran unsuccessfully for Swansboro commissioner in 2015【10】.

Overby’s platform emphasizes economic development, fiscal responsibility, and infrastructure improvements. He advocates adding more restaurant options along the corridor to broaden the tax base and create jobs, and supports balanced budgeting through prudent spending【10】. He backs redevelopment of dilapidated buildings to expand services and employment opportunities, calls for addressing police staffing shortages to enhance public safety, and proposes expanding sidewalks and creating bike, walking, and running trails to improve transportation and recreation options【10】.

In summary, Overby combines private‑sector experience as a small‑business owner with recent local‑government service, a record of advocating for growth‑oriented policies, and a primary‑victory that positions him to seek a seat on the Carteret County Board of Commissioners.

Sources

• [7] Peletier commissioner resigns, citing frustration over resistance to change he sought | News | carolinacoastonline.com
• [9] 2026 Primary Election Guide – Coastal Carolina Taxpayers Association
• [10] Steven Overby platform & website | Carteret County Commissioner, Republican Primary
• [12] Meet your Carteret County Candidates for the 2026 Election