Carrboro public meetings in 2024
35 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Town Council
This is an organizational meeting of the Carrboro Town Council. The only public action is administering the oath of office to newly elected Council Member Cristobal Palmer. Following that, the Council will hold a closed session to consult with the town attorney on legal matters, as permitted by state statute. No other substantive decisions or public hearings are scheduled.
- Oath of office for Council Member-Elect Cristobal Palmer
- Closed session to consult with attorney on legal matters (NCGS 143-318.11(a)(3))
Town Council
The Town Council will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing on a Special Use Permit-A request for the Newbury Architecturally Integrated Subdivision at 904 Homestead Road. The consent agenda includes authorizing a contract for a fire truck, consolidating advisory commissions, and approving contract amendments for greenway projects. Manager updates cover the police equity report, family financial assistance, and race/equity initiatives. General agenda items introduce the land use ordinance rewrite team and provide a FY25 first-quarter budget update.
- Quasi-judicial public hearing for Newbury subdivision (904 Homestead Road)
- Resolution to authorize a contract with Atlantic Coast Fire Trucks, LLC for a fire apparatus
- Approval of funding from Affordable Housing Special Revenue Fund (one nonprofit application)
- Contract amendment with Sungate Design for $10,000 to complete preliminary design for Morgan Creek Greenway Phase 1
- Consolidation of Affordable Housing Advisory Commission and Human Services Advisory Commission into Housing and Human Services Advisory Commission
Town Council
The Town Council will hold a closed‑session meeting to consult with its attorney on legal matters such as handling or settling claims, judicial actions, mediation, arbitration, or administrative procedures. The session is called under NC law to preserve attorney‑client privilege. General policy issues will not be discussed in this closed session.
- Closed session (NC Stat. 143‑318.11 A(3)) to consult attorney on settlements, claims, and other legal actions
Town Council
The Carrboro Town Council meeting will begin with a poetry reading, a town manager update, and public comment. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, a police department quarterly equity report, a resolution to contract for a Baldwin Park playground replacement, and a resolution to name the 203 building Drakeford Library Complex. A public hearing will consider amendments to the Land Use Ordinance that consolidate certain advisory boards and commissions. The meeting will also review reports on the Greene Tract community engagement and master plan before considering a related resolution.
- Approval of minutes from March 28, April 9, May 7, and May 21, 2024 (Item 24-176)
- Police Department Quarterly Equity Report for Q4 2023 and Q1 2024 (Item 24-170)
- Resolution to authorize a contract for playground replacement at Baldwin Park (Item 24-173)
- Public hearing on Land Use Ordinance amendments to consolidate advisory boards and commissions (Item 24-163)
- Greene Tract community engagement, master plan presentation, and resolution consideration (Item 24-172)
Town Council
The Town Council is holding a special called meeting. The agenda consists solely of a closed session to consult with an attorney to preserve attorney-client privilege.
- Closed session for legal consultation under statute 143-318.11 (A)(3)
Town Council
The Town Council will review an organizational structure and staffing assessment by Baker Tilly and consider adopting a revised Position Classification and Pay Plan. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding the removal of a tree on private property deemed a public nuisance.
- Proposed changes to the Town of Carrboro Position Classification and Pay Plan
- Quasi-judicial hearing on removing a tree on private property for public safety
- Request to set a public hearing for October 15, 2024, on Land Use Ordinance amendments for board consolidation
- Resolution of support for Orange County financial feasibility services for the Greene Tract
- Information review on public engagement for creating paid parking in certain locations
Town Council
The Carrboro Town Council will adopt the fiscal year 2024-25 annual budget, which sets funding levels that directly support local public services. During two public hearings, members will receive resident comments on proposed land use changes for neighborhood cafes and residential density, as well as a new ordinance creating paid parking at designated locations. The council is also scheduled to approve administrative agreements, including a contract for bicycle detectors at four intersections, a $12,000 business loan, and consolidations of town advisory groups.
- Adoption of the FY 2024-25 annual budget and associated pay plan changes
- Public hearing on land use text amendments for neighborhood cafes and residential density
- Ordinance to implement paid parking at designated public locations
- Contract authorization to install bicycle detectors at East Main St, Main St, Weaver St, and NC 54 intersections
- Approval of a $12,000 Business Revolving Loan Program loan to Stevie Webb
Town Council
The Town Council is holding a special meeting at El Centro Hispano. The purpose of the meeting is to engage and bring awareness to Hispanic and Latino residents in Carrboro.
- Special Meeting: El Centro Hispano
Town Council
The Town Council will review the recommended budget for fiscal year 2024-25 and hold a public hearing regarding updates to the Land Use Ordinance. Other items include contract approvals for waste disposal, mowing services, and street resurfacing.
- FY 2024-25 Town Manager's Recommended Budget
- Land Use Ordinance text amendment regarding water quality buffers, road buffers, setbacks, and fences
- Contract with GFL Environmental, Inc. for municipal solid waste disposal
- Contract with Greenscape, Inc. for mowing along Highway NC-54 and Town Properties
- 2024 Street Resurfacing contract award to Daniels, Inc. of Garner
Town Council
The Town Council will review several consent agenda items including fuel tank installation and housing program plans. A public hearing is scheduled regarding a conditional zoning petition for a multi-family residential project at 400 North Greensboro Street.
- Award of Aboveground Fuel Tank Installation contract to JF Petroleum Group
- Approval of the 2024-2025 HOME Investment Partnership Program Annual Plan
- Permit extension for a mixed-use building at 603 Jones Ferry Road
- Permit extension for a commercial building at 201 North Greensboro Street
- Public hearing for conditional zoning of a three-story residential project at 400 North Greensboro Street
Town Council
The Town Council is meeting to receive updates on the upcoming fiscal year budget. The session includes discussing strategies related to Council priorities and seeking direction for the final budget recommendation.
- FY 2024-2025 Budget development update
Town Council
The Council will consider a contract for Century Center chiller replacement and upgrades. They will also discuss setting a public hearing for Land Use Ordinance text amendments regarding cafes and residential density. Additionally, the Council will review a summary of the 2023-2024 retreat.
- Contract for Century Center chiller replacement and DDC system upgrades with Envirotrol
- Request to set a June 18, 2024, public hearing for Land Use Ordinance text amendments
- Town Attorney rate increase for Brough Law Firm
- Report on Carrboro Connects Comprehensive Plan implementation and land use ordinance update schedule
Town Council
The Town Council will consider text amendments to the Land Use Ordinance regarding neighborhood cafes and residential density. The agenda also includes reallocating ARPA funds for affordable housing and recreation facility maintenance. Additionally, council members will review updates to greenway and sidewalk project agreements.
- Proposed text amendments to the Land Use Ordinance regarding neighborhood cafes and residential density
- Increasing the civil penalty for parking in a handicapped space from $50 to $250
- Reallocation of ARPA funds for affordable housing, recreation maintenance, and resident financial assistance
- A $32,000 Business Revolving Loan to Heather Swanson
- Supplemental agreements for the Morgan Creek Greenway and South Greensboro Street Sidewalk projects
Town Council
The Town Council will hold a work session to receive an update on the FY 2024-2025 budget development. The session aims to discuss strategies related to Council priorities and seek direction for May's Budget Work Session.
- Update on FY 2024-2025 budget development
- Discussion of strategies and actions related to Council priorities
- Review of budget considerations for FY 2024-2025
- Seeking direction in preparation for May's Budget Work Session
Town Council
The Town Council will consider several items including a conditional rezoning request for multi-family housing at 400 North Greensboro Street. The meeting also includes discussions on awarding ARPA funds to nonprofits and adopting a new Language Access Plan.
- Conditional rezoning of 400 North Greensboro Street for a three-story multi-family project
- Awarding American Recovery Plan Act (ARPA) funding to nonprofit organizations
- Adoption of the Language Access Plan and a $25,000 grant from UNC-Chapel Hill
- Rewrite of the Town Policy for Memorials and Donations Located on Town Property
- Creation of the Intergovernmental Climate Council of Orange County via MOU
Town Council
The Town Council will consider a resolution to authorize the Mayor to execute an employment contract with Patrice Toney for the position of Town Manager. This is a special called meeting.
- Resolution authorizing Mayor to execute employment contract for Patrice Toney, Town Manager
Town Council
The Town Council is gathering for an event to celebrate the renaming of Carr Street to Braxton Foushee Street. The event will take place at 9 am outside Areté Studio.
- Renaming of Carr Street to Braxton Foushee Street
Town Council
The Carrboro Town Council will hold a special meeting with El Centro Hispano. The purpose of the meeting is to engage and bring awareness to Hispanic and Latino residents in the town.
- Special meeting for engagement with Hispanic and Latino residents
Town Council
The Town Council will receive an update on the status of $6.75 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds. The agenda includes several board appointments, a request for a public hearing on land use text amendments, and updates on local projects.
- Update on $6.75M in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds
- Request to set public hearing for Land Use Ordinance text amendments regarding cafes and residential density
- Memorandum of Agreement on the Co-Gen Rail Line project
- Special Use Permit extension request for Veridia Architecturally Integrated Subdivision at 810 Old Fayetteville Road
- Appointments and reappointments to various advisory boards and commissions
Town Council
The Town Council will hold a work session to review the current financial planning model. Financial advisors and staff will present short-term and long-term impacts on revenue, operating expenses, and capital expenditures.
- Presentation of 24-043 Financial Planning Model
Town Council
The Carrboro Town Council is holding a special called meeting. The agenda consists only of a closed session to consider the qualifications, performance, or grievances of an individual public officer or employee.
- Closed session regarding individual public officer or employee matters
Town Council
This special called meeting consists of a single item for closed session. The council will consider the qualifications, performance, or grievances of an individual public officer or employee.
- Closed session regarding personnel matters
Town Council
The Town Council will consider resolutions for professional planning services for the Downtown Area Plan and an agreement with Orange County for fire protection services. The agenda also includes a presentation on public parking enforcement status and feedback regarding paid parking.
- Resolution to authorize professional planning services for the Downtown Area Plan development
- Agreement with Orange County for fire protection and emergency services in South Orange Fire Service District
- Presentation on public parking enforcement status and feedback regarding paid parking
- Response to corrective actions regarding FY 2022-2023 audit findings
- Resolution to award a service sidearm to retiring Police Captain Tony Frye
Town Council
The Town Council will hold public hearings regarding land use ordinance amendments and a conditional zoning request for 1307 West Main Street. The council will also consider potential modifications to the stormwater rate structure to fund a new residential assistance program. Other items include a budget amendment for Greene Tract services and a building modification at 203 West Weaver Street.
- Public hearing on conditional zoning for a five-story multi-family project at 1307 West Main Street
- Proposed modifications to the stormwater rate structure to fund residential assistance
- Budget amendment of $55,972 for Greene Tract master plan design services
- Land use ordinance text amendments regarding height and density in the R-2 conditional district
- Minor modification to a special use permit for the building façade at 203 West Weaver Street
Town Council
The Carrboro Town Council will hold a special meeting with the Triangle Native American Society. The purpose of the session is to engage and bring awareness to Native Americans in the town.
- Special meeting with Triangle Native American Society
Town Council
The Town Council is conducting a work session to review existing advisory boards and commissions. This review includes evaluating potential restructuring or consolidation of these bodies.
- Evaluation of Boards and Commissions (24-031)
Town Council
The Carrboro Town Council will consider funding for three nonprofit applications from the Affordable Housing Special Revenue Fund. The agenda also includes amendments to Westwood Cemetery fees and a street name change for E. and W. Carr Street. Additionally, the council will review water and sewer boundary agreement amendments.
- Funding recommendations for three nonprofit applications to the Affordable Housing Special Revenue Fund
- Resolution authorizing an application for the Triangle Transportation Choices grant program
- Amendments to Town Code and fees for new interment options at Westwood Cemetery
- Ordinance to rename E. Carr Street and W. Carr Street to E. and W. Braxton Foushee Street
- Amendment to the Water and Sewer Management, Planning, and Boundary Agreement
Town Council
The agenda for this special called meeting consists only of a single closed session item. The council will consider the qualifications, performance, or employment conditions of an individual public officer or employee.
- Closed session regarding personnel-related matters
Town Council
The Town Council is holding a special called meeting on February 4, 2024. The agenda includes a closed session to consider the qualifications or performance of a public officer or employee.
- Closed session regarding personnel matters or individual employment conditions
Town Council
The Town Council is holding a retreat to define budget and Land Use Ordinance (LUO) priorities. The session focuses on establishing planning priorities for the town.
- Defining Budget and LUO Priorities
Town Council
The Town Council will consider several budget amendments including security upgrades for Town Hall and cost assistance for street renaming. The agenda also includes requests for street name changes, a new four-way stop, and various personnel appointments.
- Street closing permit for sladesign Fashion Show on East Weaver Street
- Town Code amendment to change Phipps Street to Lavender Street
- Establishment of a four-way stop at W Poplar Ave and Davie Rd
- $5,000 donation from Carol Woods Charitable Fund for Active Life Programs
- $145,000 appropriation for Town Hall security upgrades
Town Council
The Carrboro Town Council is scheduled to attend a regional Assembly of Governments meeting on January 23, 2024. The provided text contains only logistical details and procedural boilerplate, with no specific items listed for discussion or vote. Residents should consult the official town archives for full minutes once the session concludes.
- - The provided agenda text contains only logistical details and procedural boilerplate.
Town Council
The Town Council will hold a work session to discuss the Community Safety Task Force (CSTF) recommendation report and provide direction to staff. No formal action or public comment will take place during this session.
- Review of the Community Safety Task Force (CSTF) Final Report
Town Council
The Council will consider establishing a financial assistance program for families using ARPA funds. The agenda also includes a presentation on the 2023 annual audit and a discussion regarding a new stormwater assistance program. Additionally, members will review proposed water and sewer service boundary changes in Chapel Hill.
- Awarding ARPA funding for the Carrboro Family Financial Assistance Program
- AV installation contract for 203 South Greensboro Street Project
- Residential Stormwater Assistance Program design and rate structure public hearing
- Presentation of the FY2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
- Proposed water and sewer service boundary changes in Chapel Hill
Town Council
This special called meeting is scheduled for a closed session regarding personnel matters. The council may consider the qualifications or performance of an individual public officer or employee, or hear a grievance.
- Closed session regarding personnel or employee matters