Kings Mountain public meetings in 2021
20 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes
The City Council is deciding on several infrastructure budget amendments and contracts, including water and sewer projects. The body is also considering the annexation of property on Phifer Road and the demolition of two dilapidated structures.
- Contract award to Two Brothers Utilities, LLC for Kings Mountain Boulevard Interceptor for $2,343,719
- Budget amendments of $1,300,000 for KM Boulevard lift station and $500,000 for Brice Street Water/Sewer rehabilitation
- Public hearing for annexation of 52.946 acres on Phifer Road
- Proposed demolition of structures at 103 S. Cansler Street and 407 S. Sims Street
- Scheduled public hearings for January 25, 2022, regarding a $2,000,000 natural gas infrastructure loan and rezoning of 202 El Bethel Road
City Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes
The City Council will review several budget amendments and infrastructure awards, including a $2 million project for natural gas distribution lines. The body is also deciding on a new natural gas rate study and the purchase of real property for a gas regulator station.
- Capital Project Ordinance of $2,000,000 for natural gas system infrastructure (I-85 Connector)
- Bid award of $146,200 to First Cut Design and Fabrication for a New Gate Station
- Purchase of property at 1703 Shelby Road for $30,000 for a Gas Regulator Station
- Financing of $334,921 for a 2023 Altec D48E Hydraulic Derrick Truck
- Ordinance to establish a 55 mph speed limit and 45 mph school zone on Kings Mountain Blvd.
City Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes
The City Council will consider an ordinance to redraw ward lines based on 2020 Census data. They will also review a developer agreement for a speculative building estimated at $50,000,000. Additional items include property sales, annexation petitions, and rezoning requests.
- Ordinance to redraw ward lines based on 2020 U.S. Census data
- Developer and Level 4 Incentive Agreement for TKC-MLC KING’S MOUNTAIN SITE, LLC ($50,000,000 estimate)
- Offer to purchase property near 138 W. Mountain Street from StoneWright Properties, LLC for $100
- Voluntary contiguous annexation petition for 52.946 acres on Phifer Road by Brinkley Properties of Kings Mountain, LLC
- Rezoning application for 202 El Bethel Road from RU to SR (Case No. Z-15-6-21)
City Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes
The City Council will hold public hearings on several rezoning and annexation requests, including properties on Dixon School Road and Kings Mountain Boulevard. The body is also deciding on traffic calming measures for Fairview Street, West Gold Street, and South Cansler Street.
- Proposed $50,000,000 speculative building by TKC-MLC KING’S MOUNTAIN SITE, LLC
- Budget amendment of $35,000 for a Public Works Department slope mower
- Contract of $30,000 for a pay and classification study with Piedmont Triad Regional Council
- Rezoning of 12.392 acres at 198 Dixon School Road and 29.57 acres off Kings Mountain Boulevard
- Sale of 1.33 acres on Phifer Road to Earthfall Production, Inc. for $6,000
ABC Board Agendas
The ABC Board reviewed financial statements and store sales. Members discussed facility updates and a recent inventory audit.
- Store sales increase of 23.86%
- Installation of new paved parking lot
- Security system changed to Shelby Alarm
- Computer system update in progress
- Inventory audit conducted October 24, 2021
City Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes
City Councilmembers and staff will meet with downtown business and property owners to provide an update on the Streetscape Project. The agenda states that no action will be taken during this meeting.
- Update and discussion regarding the Streetscape Project
ABC Board Agendas
The ABC Board reviewed monthly sales figures and approved a change in security providers. The board voted unanimously to contract with Shelby Alarm for security system repairs and monthly monitoring.
- Contract awarded to Shelby Alarm for security system repairs and monitoring
- Reported net sales increase of 7.27% over August 2020
City Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes
The City Council will discuss awarding multiple equipment bids for the Delivery 5 Substation and ordinances to demolish dilapidated dwellings. The meeting includes several budget amendments and the scheduling of public hearings for rezoning and annexation petitions.
- Bids for Delivery 5 Substation equipment including a $532,597 contract for Tatman Associates
- Budget amendments of $65,000 for 'Santa’s Workshop' and $30,000 for Library roof/gutter repairs
- Financing contract of $465,306.11 with United Financial Division of Home Trust for a 2022 Jet Vac Truck
- Ordinances to demolish dwellings at 1101 W. Gold Street Ext. and 102 S. Watterson Street
- Public hearing scheduled for Oct 26 to rezone 198 Dixon School Road from Suburban Residential to Semi Urban Residential
City Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes
The City Council is holding a work session to discuss equipment needs for the Delivery 5 Electrical Substation. Members will also receive an update on the overall status of the Delivery 5 Project.
- Discussion of Delivery 5 Electrical Substation equipment needs
- Update on the Delivery 5 Project
Board of Adjustment Agenda
The Board of Adjustment will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing regarding Case # V-1-9-21. The board is considering a variance to allow a single-family building to obtain an occupancy permit despite exceeding the city's maximum height limit.
- Variance request for 1015 Lake Montonia Road
- Proposed height variance for a building measured at 37.75 feet (city maximum is 35 feet)
City Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the closure of a portion of James Street, a property annexation on Patterson Road, and a rezoning request on Phifer Road. The body is also deciding on updates to downtown grant policies and the sale of city property.
- Increase sign grant from $750 to $1,000 and customer inducement grant from $1,000 to $1,500
- Proposed closure of James Street between Grace Street and the Norfolk Southern Railroad right of way
- Rezoning of 52.95 acres at 1017, 1025, and 1027 Phifer Road from Suburban Residential to Semi Urban Residential
- Proposed sale of 1.33 acres on Phifer Road to Earthfall Production, Inc. for $4,500
- Annexation of 29.88 acres at 155 Patterson Road
ABC Board Agendas
The ABC Board reviewed financial statements and store sales. The board also received a report from Phil Dee regarding the Annual Meeting held in Winston-Salem.
- Store sales increase of 4.03% over last year
- State retail sales increase of 3.57%
City Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes
The City Council is meeting to discuss the Streetscape Project, including a project update and a bid award for lighting. The council will also consider authorizing a contract with the North Carolina Department of Transportation for road resurfacing on NC 216.
- Award bid to Border States for $222,201 for the Streetscape Lighting Project
- Authorize Mayor to execute a resurfacing agreement with the North Carolina Department of Transportation for NC 216 from US 74 Business to Falls Street
- Streetscape Project update
City Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes
The City Council is meeting to discuss zoning changes, budget amendments, and city branding. The body will hold a public hearing regarding a request to rezone 8.93 acres on South Battleground Avenue to Light Industrial.
- Public hearing for rezoning 8.93 acres on South Battleground Avenue from Residential R-10 to Light Industrial
- Budget amendment of $10,516 for a Library grant to purchase hot spots and Chromebooks
- Proposed sale of 1.33 acres on Phifer Road to Earthfall Production, Inc. for $4,500
- Ordinance to repair a dilapidated non-residential structure at 119 W. Mountain Street
- Scheduling of August 31 public hearings for annexation at 155 Patterson Road and rezoning at 1017-1027 Phifer Road
ABC Board Agendas
The board reviewed financial statements comparing current store sales to last year. The discussion included a comparison of state retail and mixed beverage sales figures.
- Store sales increased 4.21% compared to last year
- June 2020 mixed beverage sales were $11,891,496
- June 2021 mixed beverage sales were $28,526,313
- Statewide net increase of 13.68% in combined retail and mixed beverage sales
City Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes
The City Council is deciding on a developer agreement and financial incentives for PROJECT JOE (Equus Partners). The body is also considering a new Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance and several rezoning requests.
- Developer agreement for a 300,000 square foot shell building for PROJECT JOE
- Budget amendments of $250,000 for Workers Compensation, $570,000 for stop loss revenues, and $500,000 for Capital Reserve Fund
- Rezoning of 7.89 acres at 1050 York Road from Heavy Industrial to Light Industrial
- Downtown Façade Grant of $4,540.00 for 213 South Battleground Avenue
- Proposed closure of a portion of James Street between Grace Street and the Norfolk Southern Railroad right of way
Board of Adjustment Agenda
The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to decide on a Conditional Use Permit for a proposed restaurant. The property is located in a Neighborhood-Business district and the Thoroughfare Protection Overlay District.
- Conditional Use Permit application (CUP-2021-4-5) for a restaurant at 1058 York Road
- Proposed use of a 2,178 square foot building with parking for 40 to 50 vehicles
- Verification fee of $50.00 for new business verification
Board of Adjustment Agenda
The Board of Adjustment is holding a quasi-judicial hearing to decide on a variance request for 105 Sir Lancelot Lane (Parcels 50359 and 50358). The board will discuss the interpretation of Section 4.4 of the zoning ordinance regarding how to average setbacks for subdivisions created before August 29, 2000.
- Public hearing for Variance Case VA-23-2-21 at 105 Sir Lancelot Lane
- Appointment of a Board of Adjustment Secretary
- Discussion on setback averaging interpretations for residential properties
Board of Adjustment Agenda
The Board of Adjustment is holding public hearings to decide on three variance requests for properties in the R-20 Zoning District. All three requests involve reducing front setback requirements for parcels owned by Janco Development, INC.
- VA-2021-1-14A: Variance request to reduce front setback from 50 feet to 20 feet at 114 Sir Lancelot Lane
- VA-2021-1-14B: Variance request to reduce front setback from 50 feet to 40 feet at 108 Sir Lancelot Lane
- VA-2021-1-15: Variance request to reduce setback from 50 feet to 30 feet at 135 Crown Ct.
Board of Adjustment Agenda
The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings to decide on a variance and a conditional use permit for a property located at 500 S Rail Road Ave. The board will review staff reports and testimony before voting on findings of fact and the requests.
- Variance Case VA-1-7-20 for 500 S Rail Road Ave
- Conditional Use Permit Case CUP-1-7-20 for 500 S Rail Road Ave