Carrboro public meetings in 2021
24 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Town Council
The Town Council will hold a public hearing to receive comment on the draft Carrboro Connects 2022-2042 comprehensive plan. The council will also consider funding requests for the South Greensboro Street sidewalk project and reviewing plans for the Greene Tract.
- Public hearing on Carrboro Connects 2022-2042 Comprehensive Plan
- Request to apply for additional funds for the South Greensboro Street Sidewalk Project
- Approval of draft recombination plat and conceptual plan for the Greene Tract
- Contract extension with Stantec for East Main Street Restriping Project
- Appointments to the Community Safety Task Force
Town Council
The Town Council will review an update on a draft Request for Proposals for a regional bike share system. The council will also consider extending the Wetherill Engineering contract for the Jones Creek Greenway and renewing a parking lease at 300 E. Main. Additionally, staff will present on El Centro Hispano's CEL program.
- Contract extension for Jones Creek Greenway engineering services
- Renewal of parking lease with Main Street Properties through 2023
- Update on the draft Bike Share RFP for Carrboro, Chapel Hill, and UNC
- Presentation on El Centro Hispano's CEL program
- Police Department Q3 2021 Quarterly Equity Report
Town Council
The Town Council will consider approving recommended funding for four nonprofit affordable housing applications to the Affordable Housing Special Revenue Fund. The Council will also receive an update on the 203 South Greensboro project, including costs, utilities, and construction status.
- Funding recommendations for four nonprofit affordable housing applications
- Project update for 203 South Greensboro regarding costs and construction status
Town Council
The Council will review a framework for using ARPA funds to support long-term resiliency. They will also consider approving a COVID-19 mitigation business grant policy for small businesses. The meeting includes monthly reports from the Police, Fire, and Stormwater departments.
- Approval of COVID-19 Mitigation Business Grant Policy
- Presentation on framework for ARPA funds use and spending
- Final appointments to the Climate Action Team
- FY 2021-22 First Quarter Budget Status Report
- Monthly reports from Police, Fire, and Stormwater departments
Town Council
The Town Council will discuss a draft Request for Proposals to select a bike share provider for Carrboro, Chapel Hill, and UNC-Chapel Hill. The agenda also includes appointments to the Affordable Housing Advisory Commission and the Climate Action Team. Additionally, the Council will receive updates on transportation projects and fiscal year 20-21 affordable housing activities.
- Review of draft Bike Share RFP for Carrboro, Chapel Hill, and UNC-Chapel Hill
- Appointments to the Affordable Housing Advisory Commission
- Appointments to the Climate Action Team
- FY 20-21 Affordable Housing and Community Services Report
- Update on transportation projects within the Town
Town Council
The Town Council will review the preliminary draft of the Carrboro Connects Comprehensive Plan. The agenda includes a proposed amendment to allow managed natural landscapes and a permit extension request for 300 East Main. The Council will also consider several board appointments.
- Amendment of Town Code Chapter 11 to allow managed natural landscapes
- CUP permit extension request for 300 East Main
- Work session on the preliminary draft of Carrboro Connects Comprehensive Plan
- Appointments to the Climate Action Team and Community Safety Task Force
- Update on Energy and Climate Protection Plan implementation
Town Council
The Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding a request to rezone 106 Hill Street for an affordable housing project. The Council will also consider amending fees for wireless facilities in rights-of-way and making an appointment to the Stormwater Advisory Commission.
- Rezoning request for 106 Hill Street from R-7.5 to R-3, Conditional
- Amendment to fees for small and micro-wireless facilities in rights-of-way
- Appointment to the Stormwater Advisory Commission
Town Council
The Town Council will consider a permit modification for the Harris Distribution Facility at 308 Highway 54. The meeting includes discussions on street closures for annual road races and an update on the Carrboro Connects Comprehensive Plan. The Council will also review several monthly departmental reports.
- Permit modification for Harris Distribution Facility at 308 Highway 54
- Street closing permits for the Carrboro 10K and Gallop and Gorge 8K road races
- Cancellation of a public hearing date for an office building at 1716 Smith Level Road
- Setting a public hearing for the Carrboro Connects Comprehensive Plan
- Appointments to the Arts Commission
Town Council
The Town Council will swear in new Town Manager Richard J. White III. The agenda includes a presentation on the 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan alternatives analysis. Additionally, the council will receive an update on American Rescue Plan Act funding.
- Extension request for Lloyd Farm Phase 1 at 700 & 706 Old Fayetteville Road
- Parking lease agreement with Fitch Lumber at 502B N. Greensboro St
- Ordinance to add two seats to the Stormwater Advisory Commission
- Presentation on the 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan Alternatives Analysis
- Status report on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding
Town Council
The Town Council will consider the potential approval of an employment contract for the Town Manager. The agenda also includes granting temporary contracting authority to the Town Manager through September 14, 2021. Additionally, a resolution regarding asbestos abatement at the Old 86 property is up for consideration.
- Potential approval of an employment contract for the Town Manager
- Temporary contracting authority for the Town Manager through September 14, 2021
- Contract agreement for asbestos abatement at the Old 86 property
Town Council
The Town Council will meet to adopt the annual budget for fiscal year 2021-22. The agenda also includes authorizing a plan to distribute up to $2,359,525 in American Rescue Plan Act funds. Other items involve affordable housing rezoning and updates on local infrastructure projects.
- Rezoning of 106 Hill Street for three affordable homes
- Authorization of up to $2,359,525 in ARPA funds distribution
- Ordinance limiting campaign contributions to candidates
- Sub-lease of the 300 E. Main/Butler Lot to Cat’s Cradle
- Updates to Morgan Creek Greenway and South Greensboro Street Sidewalk projects
Town Council
The Town Council will hold public hearings regarding text amendments to the Land Use Ordinance for satellite parking and state law compliance. The meeting also includes a public hearing on the 203 South Greensboro Project site plan and design costs. Additionally, council members will consider human services funding recommendations for FY 2021-2022.
- Public hearing for the 203 South Greensboro Project site plan and design costs
- Text amendment to Land Use Ordinance regarding satellite parking
- Stormwater infrastructure improvements along High and West Main Streets
- $6,116.50 budget amendment for a Fire Department grant award
- Human services funding recommendations for FY 2021-2022
Town Council
The Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Town Manager’s recommended budget for fiscal year 2021-22. The council is also considering amendments to the Land Use Ordinance for EV charging station requirements and awarding annual audit contracts.
- Public hearing on the FY 2021-22 recommended budget
- Proposed text amendments for EV charging station requirements
- Awarding of independent audit contracts for fiscal year ending June 30, 2021
- Recognition of Carrboro Civic Club for property donation at 108 Bim Street
- Presentation on the Bolin Creek Conservation Planning Guide
Town Council
The Town Council will review the Town Manager's recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. The meeting also includes a presentation on eligible programs under the American Rescue Plan Act. Additionally, council members will consider a parking lease agreement for 300 E. Main.
- Presentation of the FY 2021-2022 recommended budget
- Presentation on American Rescue Plan Act programs and expenditures
- Approval of a parking lease agreement with 300 E. Main to add at least 62 spaces
- Resolution thanking Carrboro Civic Club for donating property at 108 Bim Street
- Appointments to the Board of Adjustment
Town Council
The Town Council will receive the recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2021-2022 and set a schedule for public hearings. The Council will also consider proposed amendments to the Land Use Ordinance regarding electric vehicle charging stations. A closed session is scheduled to discuss contract negotiations.
- Receipt of Town Manager’s Recommended Budget for FY 2021-2022
- Proposed text amendments to the Land Use Ordinance for EV charging stations
- Setting a time for budget public hearings and work sessions
- Closed session regarding real property or employment contract negotiations
Town Council
The Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to the Land Use Ordinance to establish requirements for electric vehicle charging stations and infrastructure. The Council will also consider a modification request for the Hilton Garden Inn at 390 E. Main Street.
- Public hearing on EV charging station parking standards
- Minor modification request for Hilton Garden Inn at 390 E. Main Street
- Deliberation on B-1(C) and B-1(G) district zoning amendments
- Update on the Inclusive Carrboro Communications and Community Engagement Plan
- Monthly reports from Fire, Police, Stormwater, and Economic Development departments
Town Council
The Town Council will consider approving American Rescue Plan funding and the 2021-2022 HOME Investment Partnerships Program Annual Plan. The agenda also includes discussions on manufactured home community strategies, facility rehabilitation plans, and town code amendments for e-bikes and bike shares.
- Approval of American Rescue Plan Act Project Ordinance to appropriate funding
- Authorization for Mayor Lavelle to oppose UNC Chapel Hill Coal Plant permit renewal
- Discussion regarding manufactured home community strategies in Carrboro
- Presentation of concept plans for Town Hall and Century Center rehabilitation
- Consideration of town code amendments for e-bikes, e-scooters, and bike shares
Town Council
The Town Council will consider amending the Town Code to create a Racial Equity Commission and making related appointments. The agenda also includes requests for public hearings on conditional rezoning at 410, 420 and 430 Smith Level Road and a discussion regarding manufactured home community strategies.
- Creation of a Racial Equity Commission and related appointments
- Funding recommendation for an affordable housing nonprofit application
- Approval of MOU with Chapel Hill for Criminal Justice Debt Program
- Request to set public hearings for rezoning on Smith Level Road
- Discussion regarding manufactured home community strategies in Carrboro
Town Council
The Town Council will consider establishing a Community Safety Task Force and approving its charge. The agenda also includes a request for a public hearing on EV charging station requirements and a contract increase for the East Main Street Redesign Project.
- Contract increase with Stantec for East Main Street Redesign Project
- Resolution establishing a Community Safety Task Force
- Request to set a public hearing on EV charging station text amendments
- Resolution returning unused Emergency COVID-19 funds to the CTDA
- Monthly reports from Fire, Police, and Stormwater departments
Town Council
The Town Council will consider a one-time pandemic response payment for essential employees and approve compliance plans for the CDBG-CV award. The meeting also includes presentations on local housing and homelessness and a discussion regarding advisory board recruitment policies.
- One-time Pandemic Response Payment to Essential Town of Carrboro Employees
- Compliance documents for NC Department of Commerce CDBG-CV award
- Presentation from Orange County Home Preservation Coalition
- 2020 Annual Report from Orange County Partnership to End Homelessness
- Discussion of amendments to advisory board recruitment and appointment policy
Town Council
The Council will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for The ArtsCenter. The agenda also includes reviewing draft text amendments to the Land Use Ordinance and discussing the Westwood Cemetery draft report. Additionally, the council will consider a permit extension for 300 East Main.
- Conditional Use Permit for The ArtsCenter at 315 Jones Ferry Road
- Extension of Conditional Use Permit for 300 East Main
- Draft text amendments to the Land Use Ordinance
- Street closing permit for Sladesign Fashion Show 2021: ROOTS
- Westwood Cemetery draft report
Town Council
The Town Council will hold a public hearing to consider ordinance amendments regarding tree canopy coverage standards and permit requirements for town-owned facilities. The meeting also includes updates on the Comprehensive Plan process and information on text amendments required by G.S. Chapter 160D.
- Public hearing on Land Use Ordinance amendments for B-1(C) and B-1(G) districts and tree canopy coverage
- Update on the Comprehensive Plan process
- Information on text amendments required by G.S. Chapter 160D
- Recognition of Black Lives Matter Town Murals
- Monthly reports from Police, Fire, Stormwater, and Economic Development departments
Town Council
The Town Council will host a public hearing for community input regarding the FY 2021-22 budget. The agenda also includes reviewing the mid-year financial report and a five-year Capital Improvement Plan. Additionally, council members will consider accepting a property donation at 108 Bim Street.
- Public hearing for community input on the FY 2021-22 Town Budget
- Acceptance of the 108 Bim Street property donation from the Carrboro Civic Club
- Review of a $60,000 business revolving loan application
- Presentation of the Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2021-22 through FY 2025-26
- Mid-year financial report review for the General Fund
Town Council
The Town Council will consider an ordinance prohibiting discrimination in employment and public accommodations. The meeting also includes discussions on a new emergency paid sick leave policy and the adoption of an updated Bicycle Plan. Additionally, the Council may set a public hearing for land use amendments related to the 203 Project.
- Ordinance prohibiting discrimination in employment and public accommodations
- Request for a public hearing on Land Use Ordinance text amendments
- Adoption of the Updated Bicycle Plan
- Resolution for an emergency paid sick leave policy
- Budget amendment to purchase a new solid waste vehicle