Carrboro public meetings in 2023
28 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Town Council
The Town Council will swear in the Mayor-elect and newly elected council members. The Council will also decide whether to hold a special election or use an appointment to fill the vacancy created by the new Mayor's assumption of office. Additionally, the Council will adopt the 2024 meeting calendar and committee assignments.
- Oath of office for Mayor-elect Barbara Foushee and council members-elect
- Resolutions honoring outgoing Mayor Damon Seils and Council Members Susan Romaine and Sammy Slade
- Election of Mayor Pro Tempore
- Approval of the November 7, 2023, election vote abstract
- Decision on filling the Town Council vacancy via special election or appointment
Town Council
The Town Council will consider a rezoning request for a five-story residential project at 1307 West Main Street. Additional items include a supplemental agreement to add $201,116 to the Homestead Road-Chapel Hill High School Multiuse Path and various resolutions regarding race and equity initiatives.
- Rezoning and height increase request for 1307 West Main Street
- $201,116 addition to Homestead Road-Chapel Hill High School Multiuse Path project
- Road to Zero Community Traffic Safety Grant application
- Resolution requesting NCDOT reduce speed limits on Old NC 86
- Approval of ARPA funding for Race & Equity initiatives
Town Council
The Town Council will discuss the affordable housing component of the Newbury subdivision at 904 Homestead Road. Members will also hear recommendations from the Community Safety Task Force regarding racial equity in law enforcement. Additionally, the council will consider transportation funding and contract extensions for bike projects.
- Affordable housing review for Newbury Subdivision at 904 Homestead Road
- Community Safety Task Force recommendations on racial equity in law enforcement
- Furniture procurement authorization for 203 South Greensboro St. Project
- Contract extension with Stantec for the Bike Loop Detector Project
- Ordinance amendment for Jones Creek Greenway project funds
Town Council
The Town Council will consider public comment on text amendments regarding residential density in Planned Unit Developments and residential parking requirements. The agenda also includes authorizations for Jones Ferry Road median modifications and a bike loop detector project.
- Contract authorization for Jones Ferry Road median modifications with Triangle Grading & Paving
- Amendment to Capital Project Ordinance for the Bike Loop Detector Project
- Resolution regarding Westwood Cemetery Master Plan greenspace
- Special Use Permit extension request for Lloyd Farm, Phase 1 at 700 and 706 Old Fayetteville Road
- Public hearing on Land Use Ordinance text amendment regarding residential density in Planned Unit Developments
Town Council
The Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding the use of CDBG-CV funds for Emergency Housing Assistance. Additionally, the Council will consider a resolution to update the Bolin Creek Greenway Conceptual Master Plan following community engagement for Phases 3 and 4.
- Public hearing on CDBG-CV funds for Emergency Housing Assistance
- Resolution to update the Bolin Creek Greenway Conceptual Master Plan
- Amendment to add a Town Council meeting on November 1, 2023
Town Council
The Council will hold a work session to review a draft financial planning model. Financial advisors are presenting the model to assist staff in evaluating the impact of operating and capital planning programs.
- Presentation of draft financial planning model
Town Council
The Town Council will review the Police Department’s quarterly equity report covering late 2022 and early 2023. They will also consider a resolution supporting Orange County's community engagement services for the Greene Tract Master Plan development. Additionally, the Council will authorize negotiations for an executive search firm to find a new Town Clerk.
- Resolution authorizing contract for Town Clerk executive search firm services
- Police Department Quarterly Equity Report (Q4 2022 and Q1 2023)
- Support for Orange County community engagement for Greene Tract Master Plan
- Proclamations for Walk and Roll to School Day and Fire Prevention Week
Town Council
The Town Council will review how the Lloyd Broad Neighborhood Overlay District provisions are working. Members will also receive a status report on the Carrboro Connects Comprehensive Plan implementation. Additionally, the Council will consider an amendment to allow Council Members to participate remotely in meetings.
- Review of the Lloyd Broad Neighborhood Overlay District Provisions
- Carrboro Connects Comprehensive Plan Implementation Status Report
- Amendment to Town Code to allow remote participation by Council Members
- Proclamation for Community Planning Month
Town Council
The Town Council will review several ordinances including a capital project for pedestrian crossings on NC 54 and a grant for Safe Routes to School. Additional items include a request for site assessments of town-owned land for affordable housing and updates to the position classification and pay plan.
- Capital Project Ordinance for three signalized pedestrian crossings along NC 54
- Contract authorization for site assessment of town-owned property for affordable housing
- Safe Routes to School Non-Infrastructure Grant ordinance
- Stormwater Infrastructure Grant application to the NC Division of Water Infrastructure
- Text amendment regarding residential density in Planned Unit Developments (PUDs)
Town Council
The Town Council will hold a work session to discuss the Town’s Connector Roads Policy. The session also includes a discussion on simplifying the residential traffic calming process.
- 23-236 Connector Roads Policy Work Session
- 23-235 Traffic Calming Work Session
Town Council
This special called meeting consists of a single closed session. The council will consider the qualifications, performance, or employment conditions of an individual public officer or employee.
- Closed session regarding personnel matters
Town Council
The Town Council will meet to consider renewing an ordinance regarding candidate contributions. This action involves reenacting the expiring provisions of Town Code Section 5-15.
- Renewal of Ordinance limiting candidate contributions (Town Code Section 5-15)
Town Council
The Town Council will hold public hearings regarding the annexation and rezoning of properties on Homestead Road and Lucas Lane. The agenda also includes several contract approvals for waste disposal, mowing services, and engineering. Additionally, staff will present findings on potential bans for gas-powered landscaping equipment.
- Rezoning and annexation of 820/904 Homestead Road and 310 Lucas Lane
- NCDOT agreement for pedestrian crossings at NC 54, Westbrook Drive, and Abbey Lane
- Municipal solid waste disposal contract with GFL Environmental, Inc.
- Solar array modification request at 515 S Greensboro Street
- Presentation on potential bans for gas-powered landscaping equipment
Town Council
The Town Council will meet to consider the adoption of the FY 2023-24 annual budget. Other items include human services funding, employee benefit changes, and a request for rooftop solar at The ArtsCenter.
- Adoption of the FY 2023-24 Annual Budget
- Amendment to approve up to $15k for Bolin Creek Watershed Restoration
- Proposed amendment to the HOME Investment Partnership American Rescue Plan Allocation Plan
- Ordinance amending Chapter 4 of the Town Code regarding employee benefits
- Minor modification request for a rooftop solar array at 400 Roberson Street
Town Council
The Town Council will hold a work session to discuss the unused portion of the Westwood Cemetery property. The discussion includes reviewing a vacant land concept plan and addressing specific questions regarding the site.
- Vacant Land Concept Plan for Westwood Cemetery
Town Council
The Council will hold a public hearing to receive comments on the recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2024. The Council will also continue a quasi-judicial hearing regarding a special use permit for the Jade Creek subdivision at 8522 Old NC 86.
- Public hearing on FY24 recommended budget
- Continuation of public hearing for Jade Creek Architecturally Integrated Subdivision Special Use Permit-A
- Consideration of a decision regarding the property at 8522 Old NC 86
- Juneteenth proclamation
Town Council
The Council will hold public hearings on zoning amendments to allow multi-family housing at the South Green site. The agenda also includes a special use permit for Jade Creek and updates to advisory board attendance policies.
- Rezoning request for 57 multi-family units at South Green (M-3-CZ district)
- Special Use Permit request for Jade Creek subdivision at 8522 Old NC 86
- Amendment to the 203 S. Greensboro Street Project Ordinance to include grant funds
- Authorization for a transit funding agreement with Orange County
- Amendments to town code regarding advisory board and commission attendance
Town Council
The Town Council will receive a report on implementing the Carrboro Connects transportation strategy regarding parking requirements. Additionally, the Council will consider an amendment to the Joint Planning Area Land Use Plan for property at 2106 Mount Carmel Church Road.
- Report on Carrboro Connects Strategy 4.2 regarding parking requirements
- Land use plan amendment for 2106 Mount Carmel Church Road
- Resolution supporting reproductive health care rights
- Police Week Proclamation
- Public Works Week Proclamation
Town Council
The Town Council is holding a work session to discuss various initiatives. These discussions will determine which items are submitted for funding in the FY24 Budget if approved.
- FY24 Budget Development work session
Town Council
The Town Council will consider setting public hearings for conditional rezoning at 501 South Greensboro Street. The agenda also includes a request to set a hearing regarding Land Use Ordinance attendance requirements and a resolution to award a contract for a disparity study.
- Conditional rezoning and text amendments for 501 South Greensboro Street (South Green)
- Land Use Ordinance text amendments relating to Board and Commission member attendance
- Contract with Griffin & Strong PC to perform a Disparity Study
- Arbor Day Proclamation
- Bike Month Proclamation
Town Council
The Town Council will consider several items including a contract for solar installations on town buildings and community engagement for the Bolin Creek Greenway. They will also discuss setting a public hearing for an annexation boundary agreement renewal between Carrboro and Chapel Hill.
- Contract award to Eagle Solar and Light, LLC for solar PV on Fire Station 1, Public Works, and 203 S. Greensboro St.
- Public hearing setting for the renewal of an annexation boundary agreement with the Town of Chapel Hill
- Review of draft scope of work for Bolin Creek Greenway Phases 3 and 4 community engagement
- Modification to the ArtsCenter COVID-19 Mitigation Business Grant award
- Resolution for 2023 Native Plant Month
Town Council
The Town Council will consider property deeds for the Greene Tract and appointments to two advisory commissions. The council will also discuss setting a public hearing date for a new subdivision project.
- Request for a public hearing regarding a 72-home subdivision at 8522 Old NC 86
- Resolution authorizing the Town Manager to sign Greene Tract deeds
- Appointments to the Stormwater Advisory Commission
- Appointment to the Racial Equity Commission
- Discussion of additional 2023-2024 legislative priorities
Town Council
The Town Council will hold a work session to discuss the Parking Study and which recommendations should move toward implementation. The Council will also discuss advisory boards, commissions, and related policies. No formal action or public comment is permitted during this work session.
- Discussion of Parking Study recommendations
- Review of advisory boards and commissions
- Discussion of Council Remote Participation Ordinance draft
- Review of Advisory Board Recruitment and Appointment Policy
Town Council
The Town Council is holding a work session to discuss options for a public engagement process regarding the Bolin Creek Greenway Phases 3 and 4. The Council will consider background information and determine next steps. No formal action or public comment will be taken during this work session.
- Public engagement options for Bolin Creek Greenway Phases 3 and 4
Town Council
The Town Council will consider authorizing a three-year office lease at Carr Mill Mall. The meeting also includes discussions regarding cemetery plot sales, fee structures, and improvements for Old Carrboro and Westwood cemeteries. Additionally, the council will review grant applications for transportation and affordable housing.
- Three-year office lease agreement with Carr Mill Mall Limited Partnership
- Funding recommendations for two nonprofit affordable housing applications
- Resolution supporting Safe Routes to School Non-Infrastructure Grant application
- Discussion on cemetery plot sales and sliding scale fee structures
- Review of the Police Department Quarterly Equity Report
Town Council
The Town Council will receive the 2022 Q4 report and the 2022 Annual Performance Report for CDBG-CV Grant No. 20-V-3525. The council will also consider authorizing the Mayor to sign these reports for submission to the N.C. Department of Commerce.
- Receipt of 2022 Q4 report for CDBG-CV Grant No. 20-V-3525
- Receipt of 2022 Annual Performance Report for CDBG-CV Grant No. 20-V-3525
- Authorization for the Mayor to sign reports for submission to N.C. Department of Commerce
Town Council
The Carrboro Town Council is holding a retreat to discuss the implementation of the Comprehensive Plan and define strategic priorities. The agenda focuses on long-term planning discussions.
- Defining strategic priorities
- Comprehensive Plan implementation
Town Council
The Town Council will consider an amendment to establish a loading zone at 100 South Greensboro Street. The agenda also includes reviewing NCLM municipal advocacy goals and receiving the DCHC MPO annual report. Additionally, the council will address committee appointments and meeting calendars.
- Town Code Amendment for a loading zone at 100 South Greensboro Street
- Endorsement of NCLM municipal advocacy goals and legislative priorities
- Appointment of Chief Chris Atack to the Orange County Schools Safety Task Force
- Receipt of the DCHC MPO 2021-22 Annual Report
- Adoption of the 2023 Town Council Meeting Calendar