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Boiling Springs public meetings in 2021

18 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 7, 2021

Town Council

Council to vote on $158,350 South Main Street design contract

The Boiling Springs Town Council will consider a budget amendment and contracts for downtown master plan improvements, including design and surveying for South Main Street and YMCA trail renderings. The meeting also includes a swearing-in ceremony for new officials, a vote for Mayor Pro Tempore, and discussions on a downtown mural, community garden, and solid waste worker positions.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $163,850 for downtown streetscape and trail design

The Boiling Springs Town Council approved a budget amendment and agreements with McGill for design, surveying, and bidding of the South Main Streetscape project and YMCA Greenway Trail design, totaling $163,850. The council also approved a downtown mural design, hired a second full-time solid waste worker, amended the personnel policy to comply with state law, and tabled the Town Hall sign purchase due to cost. The community garden proposal was discussed but deferred to the January meeting.

Tue Nov 9, 2021

Town Council

Boiling Springs Council adopts new golf cart ordinance and yard waste policy updates

The Town Council met to discuss several municipal updates, including a new ordinance for golf cart operations and revisions to the yard waste collection policy. The session also included a review of the Water and Wastewater Capital Improvement Plan and updates on downtown development.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Unified Development Ordinance update unanimously

The Boiling Springs Town Council unanimously approved the Unified Development Ordinance update, which consolidates seven ordinances into one document per NCGS Chapter 160D. The council also declared two surplus Dodge Chargers for public sale on GovDeals.com. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and discussions on upcoming events and council transitions.

Tue Oct 19, 2021

Planning Board

Board hears two variance requests and UDO update

The Boiling Springs Board of Planning & Adjustment will hold public hearings and vote on two variance requests: one for a driveway at 103 Kendallwood Drive and one for a side setback at 444 West Homestead Avenue. The board will also receive a presentation on the draft Unified Development Ordinance, which consolidates several land-use ordinances. The meeting includes routine items like approving the September minutes.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board grants two variances and recommends UDO approval

The Boiling Springs Planning Board granted a variance to Gary Shuford for a driveway at 103 Kendallwood Drive, allowing it to exceed the 12-inch height limit due to steep slope and health hardship. It also granted a variance to Gregory Huskey for a reduced side setback at 444 West Homestead Avenue. The board unanimously recommended the Town Council approve the proposed Unified Development Ordinance (UDO).

Tue Oct 5, 2021

Town Council

Council to hold public hearing on zoning map amendment and rezoning at 415 West College Avenue

The Boiling Springs Town Council is meeting to discuss and decide on several items, including a public hearing for a zoning map amendment, a rezoning request for 415 West College Avenue, and the implementation of the Downtown Master Plan. They will also consider policy changes for yard waste, a golf cart ordinance, a crosswalk and sidewalk project on East College, downtown Wi-Fi, a right-of-way maintenance policy, an electric vehicle charging station, and a budget amendment. The meeting includes presentations on a T-Mobile Hometown Grant, Gardner-Webb University updates, and community survey results.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts golf cart ordinance 3-2, rezones W. College Ave parcels

The Boiling Springs Town Council adopted a golf cart ordinance (No. 11005.1) by a 3-2 vote, effective November 1, 2021, despite safety concerns from the police chief. The council also unanimously approved rezoning two tax parcels on W. College Avenue to M-1 Manufacturing, adopted a yard waste policy revision, a capital improvement plan, and a right-of-way maintenance policy. The council canceled the 2021 Christmas parade due to COVID-19 concerns and approved a $15,316 crosswalk/sidewalk project on E. College Avenue.

Tue Sep 21, 2021

Planning Board

Planning Board to weigh rezoning of 415 W. College Ave to manufacturing

The Boiling Springs Board of Planning & Adjustment will consider a rezoning request for 28.5 acres at 415 W. College Ave. The owner, Katherine Hamrick Hoyle, seeks to rezone two tax parcels from residential (R-15, R-20) to M-1 Manufacturing to match existing zoning and allow expansion of Wellington Hamrick, Inc., a pre-cast concrete business operating since 1963. The board will also hear a presentation on updates to the Town's Code of Ordinances from Benchmark CMR, Inc. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and administering an oath of office.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board recommends rezoning 415 W. College Ave to M-1 Manufacturing

The Board voted unanimously to recommend Town Council approve rezoning two tax parcels at 415 W. College Avenue from R-15 and R-20 Residential to M-1 Manufacturing, despite inconsistency with the Future Land Use Map. The Board also received a presentation on the draft Unified Development Ordinance, which would consolidate several existing ordinances. David Wacaster was sworn in as a new board member, and the July 20, 2021 meeting minutes were approved as corrected.

Tue Aug 17, 2021

Planning Board

Boiling Springs Board reviews new golf cart ordinance proposal

The Planning Board is reviewing a proposed ordinance to regulate golf carts on town streets. The recommendation allows operation on roads with speed limits of 35 mph or less and establishes registration and safety requirements.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board recommends golf cart ordinance with safety rules and $50 fee

The Boiling Springs Planning Board unanimously recommended approval of a proposed Golf Cart Ordinance update, which sets operating rules, safety equipment requirements, registration, and a $50 annual fee. The board discussed concerns about safety equipment and nighttime travel but voted to recommend the ordinance as presented. The final decision rests with the Town Council.

Tue Aug 3, 2021

Town Council

Council to review paving, street repair, and downtown master plan contracts

The Boiling Springs Town Council will consider several routine and regular business items, including updates from Gardner-Webb University, paving and street repair projects, an assets inventory assessment, and a request for qualifications for a downtown master plan. The council will also make appointments to the Board of Planning and Adjustment and consider three budget ordinance amendments. The agenda includes administrative items like adopting the agenda, public comment, and approving minutes from the June 29, 2021 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Council awards paving and street repair contracts, approves grants

The Boiling Springs Town Council awarded the 2021 Paving Project to Caldwell Construction Services, LLC for $126,991.70 (Phase I) and $161,515.20 (Phase II), and the N. College Manor Drive Street Repair Project to Marvin Hoyle Construction, Inc. for $7,700. The council also approved resolutions supporting water and sewer asset inventory grant applications, approved a request for qualifications for the Downtown Master Plan, and made appointments to the Board of Planning and Adjustment. A budget amendment for an electronic sign at Town Hall was tabled due to cost concerns.

Tue Jul 20, 2021

Planning Board

Board to decide on outdoor seating for beer/wine shop at 131-5 E. College Ave.

The Boiling Springs Planning Board will consider a request to revise a Special Use Permit for The Vintage Dog at 131-5 E. College Avenue, adding outdoor seating in three parking spots to the existing retail beer and wine sales. The board will also administer oaths to reappointed members and note three vacancies. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approves outdoor seating for The Vintage Dog

The Board of Planning & Adjustment approved a revision to the Special Use Permit for 131-5 E. College Avenue (The Vintage Dog), allowing outdoor seating in three parking spots. The approval was unanimous. The board also approved the minutes from the May 18, 2021 meeting and administered the oath of office to two members.

Tue Jun 29, 2021

Town Council

Town Council to adopt FY 2021-22 budget with tax rate cut to $0.37

The Boiling Springs Town Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting the FY 2021-22 budget ordinance, which sets a tax rate of $0.37 per $100 valuation (down from $0.39) and total general fund revenues of $3,020,600. The council will also vote on updates to subdivision and zoning ordinances required by state law, a YMCA recreation services agreement, a RAISE grant resolution, and other items. A vacancy on the council will be filled, and appointments will be made.

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✓ Decided: Boiling Springs adopts FY 2021-22 budget with tax rate cut to $0.37

The Town Council unanimously adopted the FY 2021-2022 budget ordinance, which lowers the property tax rate from $0.39 to $0.37 per $100 valuation. The Council also approved the YMCA Recreation Services Agreement at $40,000 per year, despite a public request for $60,000, and adopted state-mandated updates to subdivision and zoning ordinances. Additionally, the Council approved a $4,000 contribution to the American Legion tournament, a RAISE grant support resolution, a new Code Enforcement Officer position, and appointed Zach Parker to fill a council vacancy.

Tue Jun 1, 2021

Town Council

Council to consider FY 2021-22 budget with tax rate cut to $0.37

The Boiling Springs Town Council will consider adopting the FY 2021-2022 recommended budget, which proposes a tax rate decrease from $0.39 to $0.37 per $100 valuation. The budget includes a $67,000 appropriation from fund balance for a new dump truck, a water rate increase for large users only, and a $36,988 increase in the fire services contract. The council will also set a public hearing for the budget ordinance, reschedule the July 6 meeting to June 29, and discuss a zoning ordinance amendment and other items.

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✓ Decided: Council approves FY 2021-22 budget with $0.37 tax rate

The Boiling Springs Town Council unanimously approved the FY 2021-22 recommended budget, which includes a $0.37 per $100 tax rate and a $67,000 appropriation for a new dump truck. The council also approved a zoning ordinance amendment for mobile food trucks, set public hearings for the budget and zoning updates, and reappointed two planning board members.

Tue May 18, 2021

Planning Board

Board to hear variance request for 160-ft building at 717 McBrayer Homestead Ave

The Boiling Springs Board of Planning & Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request from Tyler Watts for property at 717 McBrayer Homestead Avenue, seeking to exceed the 150-foot building length limit by 10 feet. The board will also hear a presentation on required code updates and consider recommending an ordinance amendment regulating mobile food trucks. The meeting includes routine items like approving the April 20, 2021 minutes.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board grants 160-ft building variance for McBrayer Homestead Ave

The Boiling Springs Planning Board approved a variance allowing a building length of 160 feet instead of the required 150 feet for a property at 717 McBrayer Homestead Avenue. The board also voted to send proposed updates to the Code of Ordinances, including changes to Chapter 114 on solicitors and canvassers, to the Town Council for consideration in June. The minutes from the April 20, 2021 meeting were approved unanimously.

Tue May 4, 2021

Town Council

Town Council to review Oak Crossing subdivision final plat and audit contract

The Boiling Springs Town Council is meeting to consider routine business including approving minutes, reviewing the final plat for the Oak Crossing subdivision, renewing the audit contract with Darrell L. Keller, CPA, PA, and reviewing third-quarter financials. They will also consider a law enforcement mutual assistance agreement and hold a closed session.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Oak Crossing subdivision final plat in ETJ

The Boiling Springs Town Council unanimously approved the final plat for the Oak Crossing Subdivision at 4025 Hamilton Road in the town's extraterritorial jurisdiction, including a cul-de-sac exception. The council also approved the FY 20/21 audit contract with Darrell L. Keller, CPA, and adopted a new Law Enforcement Mutual Assistance Agreement. A $500 monthly car allowance for the town manager was granted in closed session.

Tue Apr 20, 2021

Planning Board

Planning Board to consider preliminary plat for Oak Crossing subdivision

The Boiling Springs Planning Board will hold a routine meeting to approve minutes, administer an oath of office to a new member, and consider preliminary plat approval for the Oak Crossing subdivision, a major subdivision at 4025 Hamilton Road. The board will also take public comments.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approves preliminary plat for 21-lot Oak Crossing subdivision

The Boiling Springs Planning Board unanimously approved the preliminary plat for the Oak Crossing subdivision, a 14.94-acre parcel at 4025 Hamilton Road, with 21 lots. The plan meets town subdivision and watershed regulations, and the developer will dedicate right-of-way for future sidewalks. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the February 16, 2021 meeting.

Tue Apr 6, 2021

Town Council

Council to hear audit, YMCA update, fill planning board seat

The Boiling Springs Town Council will hear a presentation on the FY 2019-20 financial statements and consider approving the FY 2020-21 audit contract. The Ruby C. Hunt YMCA will update the Council on operations and programs. The Council will also consider appointing Jennifer Allen to fill a vacancy on the Board of Planning and Adjustment. The meeting includes routine items like approving prior minutes and a closed session for personnel.

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✓ Decided: Council hires Justin Longino as town manager, effective April 12

The Boiling Springs Town Council unanimously approved the FY 2019-2020 audit, which showed a clean opinion and no tax or service rate increases. The Council also unanimously appointed Jennifer Allen to fill a vacant Planning Board seat. After a closed session, the Council unanimously voted to hire Justin Longino as Town Manager, effective April 12, 2021, and authorized the Mayor to sign his agreement.

Tue Mar 2, 2021

Town Council

Council to hold public hearing on Gardner-Webb rezoning of 18 properties

The Boiling Springs Town Council will hold a public hearing and consider a rezoning request from Gardner-Webb University to change 18 properties from R-15, B-1, and M-1 to I-1 (Institutional). The council will also review second-quarter financials and make a Board of Planning and Adjustment appointment.

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✓ Decided: Council rezoned 18 Gardner-Webb properties to institutional use (4-1)

The Boiling Springs Town Council approved a zoning map amendment rezoning 18 Gardner-Webb University-owned properties from residential, business, and manufacturing districts to I-1 Institutional, with a 4-1 vote. The council also approved minutes from the February 2, 2021 regular meeting and closed session, and noted the resignation of a Planning Board member. No other substantive actions were taken.

Tue Feb 16, 2021

Planning Board

Planning Board to consider Gardner-Webb University rezoning request

The Boiling Springs Planning Board will review a rezoning request from Gardner-Webb University to rezone 18 properties from B-1, R-15, and M-1 to I-1 Institutional. The board will make a recommendation to the Town Council. The meeting also includes public comment, approval of minutes, and other routine business.

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✓ Decided: Planning board recommends rezoning 18 Gardner-Webb properties to I-1

The Boiling Springs Planning Board voted unanimously to recommend that the Town Council approve a rezoning request from Gardner-Webb University for 18 properties, changing their zoning from B-1, M-1, and R-15 to I-1 (Institutional). The board also approved the minutes from the October 20, 2020 meeting. No public comments were made.

Tue Feb 2, 2021

Town Council

Council to award waterline and culvert contracts, approve $53,375 signage

The Boiling Springs Town Council will consider awarding two construction contracts: the Gardner-Webb waterline replacement to Marvin Hoyle Construction for $74,855 (town's share) and the Toney Street culvert replacement to Clark Ledbetter Grading & Hauling for $24,090. They will also vote on a $53,375 estimate for five new gateway/welcome signs from Shelby Signs. The agenda includes routine approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment.

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✓ Decided: Council approves gateway signs, waterline, culvert projects

The Boiling Springs Town Council unanimously approved three construction projects: five gateway/welcome signs for $53,375, a waterline replacement bid for $74,855, and a culvert replacement bid for $24,090. The council also appointed Rhonda Allen as Interim Town Manager in closed session.

Tue Jan 5, 2021

Town Council

Council to vote on final plat for James Lovelace Road subdivision

The Boiling Springs Town Council will consider approving a final plat for a major subdivision along James Lovelace Road and a text amendment to Chapter 50 (Water and Sewer) that would allow daily fines for violations. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and public comment.

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