Public Safety

COVID-19

For the safety of staff and the community, Tyrrell County Department of Social Services(TCDSS) has adjusted some operational procedures. The face-to-face requirements for many Social Services’ programs have been waived. Also, Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) cases are being automatically extended by the State DSS for 6-12 months, depending on the current certification period. Medicaid cases are NOT being terminated unless a client moves out of state or requests that the Medicaid be terminated. If you have had any changes, including income changes, please contact your TCDSS worker by phone to update. NC residents in need, and not currently receiving Medicaid or FNS benefits, can apply on ePASS.nc.gov or by completing a mail-in application. Applications are available at the agency or one can be mailed to you. All procedures are subject to change at any time, depending on the direction of our County Leaders and The Department of Health and Human Services. Please contact TCDSS at 252-796-3421 with any questions or to speak with a staff member.

Public Safety Contacts

  • ANIMAL CONTROL

    Cecil Lilley, Animal Control Officer
    252-766-0033
    clilley@tyrrellcounty.net

  • BUILDING INSPECTIONS

    Joie Spencer, Building Inspector, Fire Marshal, Ordinance Enforcement
    252-796-1371, ext. 2673
    joies@tyrrellcounty.net

  • TYRRELL VOLUNTEER

    Fire Department,
    618 Road St. Ext.
    P. O. Box 45
    Columbia, NC 27925
    Non Emergency: 252-796-2251
    Emergency: 911