Kings Mountain public meetings in 2025

ABC Board Agendas

The Kings Mountain ABC Board discussed November 2025 financial statements and store sales. The board reviewed a store audit conducted by the NC ABC Commission and discussed administrative budget and minute reporting requirements.

• NC ABC Commission auditor identified 6 items needing address following 11/18/25 audit
• Switch from AT&T to Spectrum resulted in $5,544.00 savings
• Black Friday Allocated Bourbon sales reached $8,000 of $9,500 ordered in first 2 hours
• Planned allocation event for 12/24

City Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes

The City Council is holding a special meeting for councilmember orientation. The session consists of introductions and overviews from city administration and department directors.

• City Administration overview
• Department director introductions including Finance, IT, Public Works, and Police

The City Council met for a special orientation session on December 11, 2025. All council members and department directors attended and received an overview of the council‑manager government structure. The agenda contained no actionable items, and the meeting adjourned at 2:30 p.m.

City Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes

The City Council will administer the oath of office to three new councilmembers and appoint a Mayor Pro Tem. The body will also appoint legal counsel and establish various council subcommittees for the 2026 term.

• Administration of the Oath of Office for Tyler L. Fletcher, Heather M. Lemmond, and G. Scott Neisler
• Appointment of Clayward C. Corry, Jr. as legal counsel for the City
• Appointment of the Mayor Pro Tem for a two-year term
• Amendment to the audit contract with Martin Starnes & Associates, CPAs, P.A.
• Adoption of the 2026 City Council regular meeting schedule

John H. Moss Reservoir Agenda

The John H. Moss Reservoir Commission will review financial highlights, water reports, and lake levels. The body will also discuss sharing data with city council and update on spillway discharge methods.

• Review recommendation letter on beach area access
• Review financial highlights and water reports
• Discuss sharing lake data with city council
• Update on spillway issues and discharge methods
• Plan presentation of commission report to city council

The commission adopted the December agenda and the November minutes with unanimous votes. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. No substantive policy or project decisions were made.

• Adopted December agenda (unanimous vote)
• Adopted November minutes (unanimous vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous vote)

Planning & Zoning Board Agendas

The Planning and Zoning Board will meet to discuss a zoning map amendment for a 0.21-acre parcel. The board will also establish the meeting schedule for 2026.

• Case Z-25-13: Proposed rezoning of Parcel 7884 (104 N. Dilling St) from Suburban Commercial (SC) to Semi-Urban Residential (SU)

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the August 5, 2025 meeting. It then approved the rezoning of parcel 7884 at 104 Dilling Street from Suburban Commercial to Semi-Urban Residential, citing consistency with the Future Land Use map. The board also adopted the 2026 meeting schedule and subsequently adjourned the meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August 5, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 104 Dilling Street to Semi-Urban Residential (unanimous)
• Adopted 2026 meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes

The City Council will vote on awarding a contract to Creech and Associates, PLLC for professional architecture services for a Comprehensive Facilities Master Plan, valued at $124,700. It will consider a $200,000 budget amendment to appropriate Water Fund balance for system improvements at the TJ Ellison Water Treatment Plant. The Council will also act on implementing a wage study and updating the pay scale, and on amending Chapter 97 of the Code of Ordinance to revise the solid waste fee schedule. A resolution will add a police sergeant over Criminal Investigations as an authorized signatory for the NC Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission.

• Award contract to Creech and Associates, PLLC for architecture services – $124,700
• Approve $200,000 budget amendment for TJ Ellison Water Treatment Plant improvements
• Adopt wage study implementation and pay‑scale updates effective Jan 1 2026
• Amend Chapter 97 of the Code of Ordinance – revised solid waste fee schedule
• Resolution adding Police Sergeant over Criminal Investigations as ABC signatory

The council adopted the consent agenda, approved a $124,700 contract with Creech and Associates for a Comprehensive Facilities Master Plan, and approved a $200,000 budget amendment for water‑treatment plant improvements. It also approved the implementation of the 2026 wage study and updates to the city pay scale. All actions were voted unanimously.

• Approved $124,700 contract with Creech and Associates for a Comprehensive Facilities Master Plan (unanimous)
• Approved $200,000 budget amendment to fund water‑treatment plant improvements at TJ Ellison (unanimous)
• Approved wage study implementation and pay‑scale updates, costing $39,382 (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda items: minutes adoption, Moss Lake use agreement, and commissioner appointments (unanimous)

Tourism Development Authority Agendas & Minutes

The Tourism Development Authority will review financial reports and data from the 2025 Christmas Parade and weekend events. The board will also discuss goals and objectives for 2026 and review quotes for a TDA trailer.

• Review of quotes for the TDA trailer
• Data review from 2025 Christmas Parade and weekend events
• Update on local Museum edition of the Destination Magazine and ad
• Discussion of 2026 TDA goals and objectives

The Tourism Development Authority unanimously approved its agenda and the September 23, 2025 minutes. The board also approved the 2026 meeting calendar. A motion to cancel the December 9, 2025 meeting and reconvene on January 20, 2026 was adopted unanimously.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 23, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 TDA meeting calendar (unanimous)
• Cancelled Dec 9, 2025 meeting and set Jan 20, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

ABC Board Agendas

The ABC Board reviewed October 2025 financial statements and then voted on several items. They approved switching to Spectrum, confirmed that non‑alcoholic beverages may be sold, approved longevity pay for associates, introduced a Black Friday allocation method, and noted that auditors will be chosen from the central region pending a response. The meeting was adjourned.

• Vote to switch to Spectrum
• Policy that non‑alcoholic beverages can be sold
• Approval of longevity pay for associates
• Introduction of a Black Friday allocation instead of a bourbon lottery
• Selection of ABC auditors from the central regions pending reply

The board voted to switch to Spectrum. Longevity pay for associates was approved after Joy Dixon moved and Shaun Grier seconded the motion. No vote tallies were recorded. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved switch to Spectrum (motion passed)
• Approved longevity pay for associates (motion passed)

City Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes

The council will vote on an ordinance to close streets for the Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. It will also consider a $71,300 budget amendment that moves developer‑paid funds into the Planning Department’s professional services line for Traffic Impact Analyses. Additional agenda items include a quarterly financial report for the year ending June 30, 2026 and routine citizen recognition and program updates.

• Adopt Ordinance 25 declaring a road closure for the Christmas Parade (400 block East King St to Gold St) on Dec 6, 2025, 1:00‑5:30 p.m.
• Approve $71,300 budget amendment to re‑appropriate $28,700 from the Miscellaneous General Fund and $42,600 from TIA Fees into Planning Account 4140 for Traffic Impact Analyses.
• Quarterly Financial Report for the year ending June 30, 2026 (information only).
• Citizen Recognition segment (no formal action).
• Program and Project Updates, including a marketing recap of 2025 events.

The council adopted Ordinance 25-36, closing designated roadways for the Kings Mountain Christmas Parade on December 6, 2025. It also approved a budget amendment to move funds into professional services for a Traffic Impact Analysis. All motions were passed unanimously.

• Adopted Ordinance 25-36 road closure for Christmas Parade (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment to move funds to professional services for Traffic Impact Analysis (unanimous)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted the consent agenda items (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

John H. Moss Reservoir Agenda

The John H. Moss Reservoir Commission is meeting to discuss lake operations, including dredging updates and a 5–10-year operational and recreational plan. The body will review financial statements and water reports regarding city treatment and downstream release.

• Decision on parking area for dredging and dock building equipment, including beach area access
• Review of 5–10-year Plan for lake operational and recreational budget needs
• Update on Labella's impact on impoundment and waste minimization measures
• Discussion of floating dock repair request at the office loading area
• Review of USGS monitoring station upstream in Buffalo Creek

The commission adopted its agenda and the September minutes without opposition. It assigned Woody Edwards to prepare parking‑area information for the city council and tasked Russell to contact the new water director. The commission recommended the city consider budgeting for dredging in the next fiscal year. It unanimously approved a request for veteran pontoon tours pending liability insurance.

• Adopt agenda (All in Favor)
• Adopt September minutes (All in Favor)
• Assign Woody Edwards to prepare parking‑area info for city council (task)
• Assign Russell to contact Water Director William Nash this month (task)
• Recommend city budget for dredging in next fiscal year (commission recommendation)
• Approve veteran pontoon tours (All in Favor)
• Request spillway condition documents by Jan 8 2026 (commission request)
• Motion to adjourn (All in Favor)

City Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes

The Kings Mountain City Council adopted a consent agenda that included the minutes from September meetings, a lease intent with Ripple Fiber LLC, and a grant application for water infrastructure. Council members voted unanimously to rezone parcel 9842 and the west portion of parcel 46733 on Phifer Road from Light Industrial to Suburban Residential. The council also approved a resolution authorizing staff to apply for a state water‑distribution asset inventory grant of up to $150,000 with a $22,500 city match. Additional appointments were made to several advisory boards and commissions.

• Adopt rezoning of parcels 9842 and part of 46733 on Phifer Road from Light Industrial (LI) to Suburban Residential (SR).
• Adopt Resolution 25-38 intent to lease city utility poles to Ripple Fiber LLC at $120 per pole for up to 10 years.
• Adopt Resolution 25-39 authorizing application for a Water Distribution Asset Inventory and Assessment grant up to $150,000 with a $22,500 city match.
• Adopt the minutes of the Regular Meetings of September 9 and 23, 2025.
• Reappoint Keith Bradley to the Planning and Zoning Board and appoint Sean Hickman, Thomas Rikard, Brandy Tate, and Austin Vitoux to various advisory boards and commissions.

The City Council unanimously adopted the consent agenda, which included approving Resolution 25-45 to lease city fiber infrastructure to Ripple Fiber LLC. The Council also reappointed and appointed members to the Planning and Zoning Board, Moss Lake Commission, and Parks & Recreation Advisory Board. Additionally, the minutes from the September 9 and 23, 2025 meetings were adopted.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of September 9 and 23, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-45 leasing terms with Ripple Fiber LLC (unanimous)
• Reappointed Keith Bradley to Planning and Zoning Board (term expires 12/31/2028) (unanimous)
• Appointed Sean Hickman to Planning and Zoning Board (term expires 12/31/2028) (unanimous)
• Appointed Thomas Rikard to Moss Lake Commission (term expires 06/30/2028) (unanimous)
• Reappointed Brandy Tate to Parks & Recreation Advisory Board (term expires 12/31/2028) (unanimous)
• Appointed Austin Vitoux to Parks & Recreation Advisory Board (term expires 12/31/2028) (unanimous)

Patrick Senior Center Agendas & Minutes

The Patrick Senior Center Advisory Board will vote to approve the minutes from the July 22, 2025 meeting. The board will also elect a secretary, hear reports from staff, discuss plans for a Christmas luncheon, and address any other business before adjourning.

• Approval of July 22, 2025 minutes (requires vote)
• Election of Secretary
• Plans for Christmas Luncheon
• Other Business, Comments, Concerns
• Adjournment (requires vote)

The advisory board unanimously appointed Beth McDaniel as the new secretary. The board decided not to hold a separate breakfast to plan the Christmas Luncheon; instead, Karen will distribute a list of assigned duties. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Beth McDaniel appointed as secretary (unanimous)
• No advisory board breakfast for Christmas Luncheon planning; duties list to be sent
• Meeting adjourned

Mauney Memorial Library Board Agendas

The Library Board will consider approval of the previous meeting minutes. It will set the dates for its 2026 meetings. The board will vote on proposed policies for the study room and the teen zone. A financial report will be presented for information.

• Approval of minutes (action required)
• Set dates for 2026 meetings (action required)
• Adopt study room policy (action required)
• Adopt teen zone policy (action required)
• Library financial report (informational)

Nomination Committee Board Agendas

The Nomination Committee will discuss clarifying duties and membership for city advisory boards. It will review applications received for several boards, including the Board of Adjustment, ABC Board, Moss Lake Commission, and Planning & Zoning Board. The committee will examine the current vacancy report and consider upcoming appointments or reappointments. It may make a recommendation to the City Council based on the items discussed.

• Discussion on clarification of duties and membership for advisory boards
• Review of applications for Board of Adjustment, ABC Board, Moss Lake Commission, Planning & Zoning Board
• Review of current vacancy report and upcoming appointments/reappointments
• Possible recommendation to City Council regarding discussed items

The Nominating Committee approved the minutes from June 18 and July 16, 2025. A discussion on clarifying advisory board duties was tabled. The committee unanimously recommended appointments to the Planning and Zoning Board, Moss Lake Commission, and Parks & Recreation Advisory Board, and asked the City Clerk to re‑advertise for the Board of Adjustment and other advisory boards. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved minutes of June 18, 2025 and July 16, 2025 (motion passed)
• Tabled clarification of duties for advisory boards
• Unanimously recommended reappointing Keith Bradley (Planning & Zoning) and appointing Sean Hickman
• Unanimously recommended appointing Thomas Rikard to Moss Lake Commission (term ends 06/30/2028)
• Unanimously recommended reappointing Brandy Tate and appointing Austin Vitoux to Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
• Requested City Clerk to re‑advertise for Board of Adjustment and other advisory boards
• Unanimously adjourned the meeting

ABC Board Agendas

The ABC Board met to discuss store sales and financial statements from September 2025. The board identified several pending requests regarding service providers and auditors.

• Selection of phone/internet carrier (AT&T or Spectrum)
• Selection of ABC Auditors
• Status of social house repayment
• Updates regarding 2 Kings Casino
• Discussion of non-alcoholic beverages

The board reviewed September 2025 financial statements and store sales. No decisions were made on any of the agenda items, including phone carrier, non‑alcoholic beverages, auditor selection, social house repayment, or casino updates. The meeting was adjourned after a motion by Ben Torres and second by Shaun Grier.

City Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes

The Kings Mountain City Council special meeting will open with standard calls to order, an invocation, and the pledge of allegiance. Council members will vote to close the meeting for a closed session to discuss the qualifications, performance, or condition of appointment of a public officer or employee under N.C.G.S. 143-318.11(a)(6). After the closed session, the council may take action on items discussed and will then move to adjourn.

• Motion to close the special meeting and enter a closed session under N.C.G.S. 143-318.11(a)(6)
• Closed session discussion of a public officer or employee’s qualifications, performance, or appointment condition
• Motion to close the closed session and re-enter the special meeting
• Possible action on items discussed during the closed session
• Motion to adjourn the meeting

The council unanimously approved a two‑and‑a‑half percent pay raise for the City Manager. It also amended the City Manager employment agreement to change the termination date to May 1 2028 and to revise vacation accrual to a maximum of 480 hours with compensation upon voluntary termination. All motions, including closing and adjournment of the special meeting, were approved unanimously.

• Approved 2.5% pay increase for City Manager (unanimous)
• Amended termination date in City Manager agreement to May 1, 2028 (unanimous)
• Revised vacation policy in City Manager agreement to 480‑hour maximum and paid out upon voluntary termination (unanimous)
• Closed the special meeting at 4:04 p.m. to enter Closed Session (unanimous)
• Closed the Closed Session at 6:41 p.m. and re‑entered the special meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned the special meeting at 6:44 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes

The Kings Mountain City Council will vote to dissolve the Kings Mountain Housing Authority and transfer its duties to the Kings Mountain Redevelopment Commission. The Council will also consider an ordinance amending the city's solid waste fee schedule and a contract for engineering services related to lead and copper service line replacement.

• Dissolve Kings Mountain Housing Authority and transfer duties to Kings Mountain Redevelopment Commission
• Amend Solid Waste Fee Schedule in Chapter 97 of the Code of Ordinance
• Award contract to Harvin Engineering, PLLC for Lead and Copper Service Line Replacement Project
• Add Police Sergeant over Criminal Investigations as an authorized official to notify the North Carolina Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The council adopted Resolution 25-44, adding the Police Sergeant over Criminal Investigations as an authorized signatory for NC ABC permits. It also approved Ordinance 25-35, fully amending Chapter 97 of the Code of Ordinance and updating the Solid Waste Fee Schedule. Additionally, the council awarded a $208,000 contract to Harvin Engineering, PLLC for the Lead and Copper Service Line Replacement Project and authorized the budget amendment to fund the services. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Adopted Resolution 25-44 adding Police Sergeant over Criminal Investigations as authorized ABC signatory (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 25-35 amending Chapter 97 and Solid Waste Fee Schedule (unanimous)
• Awarded $208,000 contract to Harvin Engineering, PLLC for Lead and Copper Service Line Replacement Project, authorized City Manager and budget amendment (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 25-42 rescinding Resolution 25-32, dissolving Kings Mountain Housing Authority (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 25-43 dissolving Kings Mountain Housing Authority and transferring duties to Redevelopment Commission (effective May 31, 2026) (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of August 12 and August 26, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda as presented (unanimous)

Kings Mountain Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will first determine quorum, then review and act on the September 15, 2025 meeting minutes. A presentation by Christina Martin, Director of Cultural Enrichment, will provide an update on ongoing park renovation projects. The board will also consider any additional business before adjourning.

• Determine quorum
• Review and action on September 15, 2025 minutes
• Update on park renovation projects presented by Christina Martin
• Any other needed business or discussions
• Motion to adjourn

The board approved the May 12, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. Chair Ashley Rhom announced she has moved and verbally resigned from the board, per a board resolution. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved May 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Chair Ashley Rhom verbally resigned from the board (per resolution)

John H. Moss Reservoir Agenda

The commission is meeting to decide on parking areas for dredging and dock building equipment. Members will review a 5–10-year plan for lake operational and recreational needs and discuss waste minimization measures. The body will also address a non-operational floating dock repair request.

• Decision on parking area for dredging and dock building equipment
• Review of 5–10-year operational and recreational needs plan
• Update on Labella impact on impoundment and waste minimization
• Update on ACE work and golf course pond issue
• Floating dock repair request at office loading area

Board of Adjustment Agenda

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings to decide on a setback variance for townhomes and a special use permit for a funeral home. The board will also adopt the agenda and minutes from the May 27, 2025 meeting.

• V-25-4: Variance request to reduce rear setbacks by 10 feet to 20 feet for townhomes at Baker Street
• SU-25-3: Special use permit request for a funeral home and/or crematorium at 104 North Dilling Street

The Board adopted the agenda and the May 27, 2025 minutes unanimously. It then approved a variance (V-25-4) allowing a townhome rear setback of 20 feet instead of 30 feet, with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. The board voted on several criteria for a special‑use permit (SU-25-3), with mixed outcomes, and no final approval or denial was recorded.

• Adopt agenda (5‑0)
• Adopt May 27, 2025 minutes (5‑0)
• Approve variance V-25-4 reducing rear setback to 20 ft (5‑0)
• Affirm special‑use harmony with area (3‑2)
• Affirm adequate ingress/egress to reduce traffic hazards (4‑1)
• Affirm no noxious or offensive impacts (5‑0)
• Reject that the use will impede orderly development (2‑3)

City Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes

The City Council will discuss a resolution to amend the existing Incentive Agreement with TKC-MLC Kings Mountain Site, LLC and authorize the Mayor to execute the amendment. Council members will also vote on a budget amendment to receive a $7,007.84 Performance and Wellness grant from the North Carolina Association of Chiefs of Police. Additional items include motions to combine three part‑time firefighter positions into one full‑time position and three part‑time police officer positions into one full‑time position, and a presentation on proposed changes to the Solid Waste ordinance.

• Resolution to amend the Incentive Agreement with TKC-MLC Kings Mountain Site, LLC
• Budget amendment to receive a $7,007.84 grant from the NC Association of Chiefs of Police
• Motion to combine three part‑time firefighter positions into one full‑time position
• Motion to combine three part‑time police officer positions into one full‑time position
• Presentation of proposed changes to the existing Solid Waste ordinance (discussion item)

The Council unanimously adopted Resolution 25-41 to amend the Incentive Agreement with TKC-MLC Kings Mountain Site, LLC, extending the additional grant term to six years. A budget amendment was unanimously approved to add a $7,007.84 performance and wellness grant from the NC Association of Chiefs of Police to the general fund. The Council also unanimously combined three part‑time firefighter positions into one full‑time position and approved, by a 5‑1 vote, the combination of three part‑time sworn police officer positions into one full‑time position. The consent agenda and the meeting agenda were adopted unanimously, and the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Adopted Resolution 25-41 amending Incentive Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $7,007.84 performance and wellness grant budget amendment (unanimous)
• Combined three part‑time firefighter positions into one full‑time position (unanimous)
• Combined three part‑time sworn police officer positions into one full‑time position (5‑1)
• Adopted consent agenda, including July 8, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Tourism Development Authority Agendas & Minutes

The Tourism Development Authority will receive a financial report and citizen recognition updates, review updates on an uncollected grant and a new brochure, and discuss window clings, new blogs and tours with Darrel Kanipe. The meeting also includes announcements of upcoming events such as BeachBlast, Liberty Mountain, a rescheduled Live Music Concert Series, September Nights, and the Mountaineer Day Heritage Festival.

• Update on uncollected Grant – SASi
• Update on New Brochure
• Discuss Window Clings, New Blogs and Tours with Darrel Kanipe
• BeachBlast – August 22‑23, 2025
• Liberty Mountain – September 19‑October 12, 2025

The Tourism Development Authority approved its agenda and the August 19 minutes by unanimous vote. The board then voted unanimously to deny the SASi grant payout because the organization missed the response deadline. No other motions were decided during the meeting.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August 19 minutes (unanimous)
• Denied SASi grant payout due to non‑compliance (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

ABC Board Agendas

The board discussed the August 2025 financial statements and store sales. It considered several operational items, including choosing a phone carrier (Spectrum or AT&T), handling an Aflac payment, bill‑pay options, the CRC contract renewal, the outstanding balance with Social House, selecting a bank, confirming ethics‑training completion, and setting up a MXB account for two kings. No formal decisions were recorded before the meeting was adjourned.

• Select phone carrier (Spectrum or AT&T)
• Evaluate renewal of CRC contract
• Research outstanding balance with Social House
• Determine best bank for the organization
• Lock in two kings as a MXB account

The board reviewed August 2025 financial statements and store sales. Members listed several items for future attention, including phone carrier choice, Aflac payment, bill‑pay accounts, CRC contract options, outstanding balances, bank selection, ethics training status, and a MXB account. Shaun Grier moved to adjourn, Ben Torres seconded, and the motion was adopted. No other decisions or votes were recorded.

• Motion to adjourn adopted (motion by Shaun Grier, seconded by Ben Torres)

Kings Mountain Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will determine quorum, review the July 14, 2025 minutes, receive updates on park renovation projects and park grant funding, conduct a Preference Board activity, and then adjourn.

• Update on park renovation projects
• Update on park grants
• Review July 14, 2025 minutes
• Preference Board activity

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the May 12, 2025 meeting. Members voted to adopt a concrete style for park trash receptacles, a new design for park entrance signs, a bench style, and the font for the signs. The sign design received an 80% majority, the bench style a 70% majority, and both the trash receptacle and font choices were unanimous.

• Approved May 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted concrete style for trash receptacles (unanimous)
• Selected park entrance sign design (80% majority)
• Selected bench style (70% majority)
• Selected font for park signs (unanimous)

City Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes

The City Council will vote on an amendment to the zoning map that would change parcels 9842 and 46733 to Suburban Residential. It will also adopt a resolution of intent to lease space with Ripple Fiber LLC and approve a $41,400 budget amendment to replace the Human Resources office roof. Additional resolutions will authorize grant applications for water and sewer asset inventories, and a resolution will recognize the police department’s NCLEA accreditation.

• Rezoning parcels 9842 and 46733 from Light Industrial (LI) to Suburban Residential (SR) – Case Z-25-4
• Resolution of intent to enter a lease agreement with Ripple Fiber LLC
• Budget amendment allocating $41,400 to replace the roof on the Human Resources office
• Resolution authorizing grant application for a Water Distribution Asset Inventory and Assessment
• Resolution recognizing the Kings Mountain Police Department for NCLEA certification award

The council voted unanimously to rezone two parcels from Light Industrial to Suburban Residential. It also adopted a resolution to enter into a lease agreement with Ripple Fiber LLC for city utility poles. Additional unanimous approvals included grant application resolutions for water and sewer asset inventories and a $41,400 budget amendment to replace the Human Resources office roof.

• Approved rezoning of parcels 9842 and 46733 to Suburban Residential (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 25-38 intent to lease pole space with Ripple Fiber LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-39 authorizing water distribution asset inventory grant application (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-40 authorizing sanitary sewer asset inventory grant application (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment $41,400 for Human Resources office roof replacement (unanimous)
• Adopted the proposed agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted the consent agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of the July 22, 2025 regular meeting (unanimous)

John H. Moss Reservoir Agenda

The commission elected Russell Wingfield as Chair and Carmen Scism as Vice Chair, with all members voting in favor. The agenda and June minutes were adopted unanimously. A motion changed the regular meeting day to the first Thursday of each month at 6:00 PM. The commission assigned Hogan Sellers to document wake‑boat impacts and will review a proposed parking site for dredging equipment, reporting back in October.

• Elected Russell Wingfield as Chair (all in favor)
• Elected Carmen Scism as Vice Chair (all in favor)
• Adopted agenda (all in favor)
• Adopted June minutes (all in favor)
• Changed meeting day to first Thursday of the month at 6:00 PM (all in favor)
• Assigned Hogan Sellers to work with Mark Curtis on wake‑boat documentation for October presentation
• Commission will inspect proposed parking site for dredging equipment and report findings in October

City Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes

The council voted 5-1 to authorize a contract with Kings Mountain Forward for municipal service district, downtown, and small‑business corridor support. Councilmember Miller's request to recuse was denied unanimously. The consent agenda was adopted unanimously, reappointing a commission member, approving a $25,500 library grant amendment, and awarding a $567,054 street‑overlay contract. Three zoning amendments were passed, changing parcels 11909/11910 to Semi‑Urban Residential, parcels 7761/64340 to Heavy Industrial and Rural, and parcels 12487/12490 to Heavy Industrial.

• Approved KM Forward contract (5-1)
• Denied recusal request for Councilmember Miller (unanimous)
• Awarded $567,054 street overlay contract (unanimous)
• Reappointed Hogan Sellers to Moss Lake Commission (unanimous)
• Approved $25,500 library grant budget amendment (unanimous)
• Rezoned parcels 11909 & 11910 to Semi‑Urban Residential (unanimous)
• Rezoned parcels 7761 & 64340 to Heavy Industrial and Rural (unanimous)
• Rezoned parcels 12487 & 12490 to Heavy Industrial (unanimous)

Tourism Development Authority Agendas & Minutes

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It also unanimously approved the minutes from the November 19, 2024 and July 22, 2025 meetings. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved prior minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

ABC Board Agendas

The board confirmed hiring part‑time employee Micky Varner and new store manager Willie Gibson, who will start on September 2. It decided to wait for the new manager’s input before ordering shelf end caps. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Hired part‑time employee Micky Varner
• Hired store manager Willie Gibson, start date September 2
• Postponed ordering end caps until new manager provides input
• Adjourned meeting

City Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes

The council unanimously adopted the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included a $226,503 financing contract for four 2025 Ford police utility vehicles. Councilmembers also unanimously voted to continue the public hearing on the KM Forward contract to the August 26 meeting. Finally, the council unanimously adopted Resolution 25-35, approving a 10‑year economic development incentive grant for Project SELF.

• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda, including $226,503 financing contract for four police vehicles (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing on KM Forward contract to Aug 26 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 25-35 approving 10‑year economic development incentive grant for Project SELF (unanimous)

Mauney Memorial Library Board Agendas

The board approved the meeting minutes unanimously. Erica Melton was elected chair and Tracy Bolin vice chair, both unanimously. The board unanimously approved revisions to the Child Safe Policy, Library Behavior Policy, and the board by‑laws. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Erica Melton as chair (unanimous)
• Elected Tracy Bolin as vice chair (unanimous)
• Approved revised Child Safe Policy (unanimous)
• Approved updated Library Behavior Policy (unanimous)
• Approved by‑law revisions designating director as secretary (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board Agendas

The board unanimously adopted the amended agenda and approved the June 3, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved rezoning of parcels 11909 and 11910 from Suburban Residential to Semi‑Urban Residential, and rezoning of parcels 7761 and 64340 from Residential to Heavy Industrial and Rural, both by unanimous votes. The board also approved rezoning of parcels 12487 and 12490 from Semi‑Urban Residential to Heavy Industrial by a 5‑2 vote, and moved the September regular meeting to September 4, 2025, with both motions passing unanimously.

• Adopt amended agenda (unanimous)
• Approve June 3, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approve rezoning of parcels 11909 & 11910 to Semi‑Urban Residential (unanimous)
• Approve rezoning of parcels 7761 & 64340 to Heavy Industrial and Rural (unanimous)
• Approve rezoning of parcels 12487 & 12490 to Heavy Industrial (5‑2)
• Move September regular meeting to September 4, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting (unanimous)

City Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes

The council unanimously approved a budget amendment adding two positions to the Water and Sewer Fund, costing about $210,000 for FY 2025‑26. It also repealed Resolution 16‑20, eliminated the Transportation Committee and created a three‑member council sub‑committee. Staff were directed to draft a revised Moss Lake Commission ordinance, and the council adopted recommended changes to the policy governing appointments to boards and commissions.

• Approved $210,000 budget amendment for two Water & Sewer Fund positions (unanimous)
• Repealed Resolution 16‑20 and created a three‑member council sub‑committee for transportation (unanimous)
• Instructed staff and City Manager to bring back a revised Moss Lake Commission ordinance (unanimous)
• Adopted recommended amendments to the City Council Appointments Policy (unanimous)
• Adopted a vision/mission framework to be finalized at the August 26 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned the work session (unanimous)

City Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes

The City Council adopted a consent agenda that rescinded a prior housing authority resolution, dissolved the Kings Mountain Housing Authority, and authorized two mayoral agreements. It also unanimously adopted Ordinance 25-30, transferring Parcel 12261 from the city’s extra‑territorial jurisdiction to Cleveland County. No action was taken on the proposed FY 2025‑26 budget amendment for the ABC contribution. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted consent agenda items, including rescinding Resolution 25-18 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 25-31 rescinding Resolution 25-18 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 25-32 dissolving the Housing Authority (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to enter Cost Reimbursement Agreement with Albemarle (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to execute Moss Lake Use Agreement for Wake the World event (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 25-30 moving Parcel 12261 to Cleveland County jurisdiction (unanimous)
• Motion to adopt agenda approved (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn approved (unanimous)

Patrick Senior Center Agendas & Minutes

The board approved the April 22, 2025 meeting minutes by motion and second. Rev. Thompson was elected President and Lee Ann Long elected Vice‑President, each passing unanimously. The election for Secretary was tabled until the next meeting. The meeting was then adjourned by motion.

• Approved April 22 minutes (motion by Regena Baynard, seconded by Sharon Proctor)
• Elected Rev. Thompson as President (unanimous)
• Elected Lee Ann Long as Vice‑President (unanimous)
• Secretary election tabled until next meeting
• Motion to adjourn passed (motion by Lee Ann Long, seconded by Claudia)

Tourism Development Authority Agendas & Minutes

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting. It then decided that this will be the last grant cycle and the Tourism Development Authority will no longer issue grants. A list of grant amounts totaling $6,750 was presented for five organizations. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Agenda approved (unanimous)
• June 17, 2025 minutes approved (unanimous)
• Board decided this will be the last grant cycle; TDA will cease issuing grants (unanimous)
• Grant amounts totaling $6,750 listed for five organizations (outcome not specified)
• Meeting adjourned (unanimous)

ABC Board Agendas

The board accepted the previous meeting minutes and approved the financial statements and sales. It decided to cash three CDs and place the proceeds in a money‑market account. The board approved Ben Torres handling the store‑manager applications and interviews. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Accepted minutes as read
• Approved financial statements and sales
• Cashed three CDs and moved funds to a money‑market account
• Approved Ben Torres to manage store‑manager applications and interviews
• Adjourned the meeting

Nomination Committee Board Agendas

The committee voted to table approval of the June 18, 2025 minutes until the next meeting. A motion to dissolve the Kings Mountain Transportation Committee was defeated with a 1‑1 vote. The meeting was adjourned unanimously. No other board appointments or policy changes were decided.

• Approval of June 18, 2025 minutes tabled (postponed)
• Motion to dissolve Kings Mountain Transportation Committee failed (vote 1‑1)
• Meeting adjourned unanimously

Kings Mountain Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The advisory board approved the minutes from the May 12, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. A motion to adjourn the July 14, 2025 meeting was also passed unanimously. No other substantive actions or approvals were recorded.

• Approved May 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes

The council voted unanimously to approve the rezoning of Parcel 10871 (2166 Vestibule Church Road) from Suburban Residential to Auto‑Urban Commercial. It also unanimously approved a rezoning of part of Parcel 64302 (104 N. Sims Street) to Suburban Commercial, adopted Ordinance 25‑22 amending the Capital Project Ordinance, and adopted Ordinances 25‑23 through 25‑26 for streetscape, parks, City Hall renovations, and Moss Lake projects. The consent agenda items, including budget amendments and several board appointments, were also adopted unanimously. The proposed duplex amendment to the Unified Development Ordinance was tabled unanimously.

• Approved rezoning of Parcel 10871 to Auto‑Urban Commercial (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of portion of Parcel 64302 to Suburban Commercial (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 25‑22 amending Capital Project Ordinance 24‑22 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinances 25‑23, 25‑24, 25‑25, and 25‑26 for streetscape, parks, City Hall renovations, and Moss Lake projects (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda items: budget amendments, re‑appropriations, and appointments to advisory boards and committees (unanimous)
• Tabled amendment to add duplexes as a use‑by‑right in Semi‑Urban Residential (unanimous)

ABC Board Agendas

The board voted unanimously to adopt the 2025‑2026 budget. It decided to withdraw the CD at OZK, place the funds in the checking account, and not renew the CD. The store will be closed from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 28 for year‑end inventory. The next three board meetings were scheduled for July 21, August 18 and September 22 at 5:00 p.m.

• Adopted 2025‑2026 budget (unanimous)
• Withdrew CD at OZK, deposited in checking account, CD not renewed
• Closed store 10:00‑13:00 on June 28 for inventory
• Scheduled board meetings for July 21, August 18, September 22 at 5:00 p.m.
• Motion to adjourn the meeting (seconded)

ABC Board Agendas

The Kings Mountain ABC Board met on June 23, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. to discuss the 2025‑2026 proposed budget. A copy of the budget was placed in the manager’s office at 220 Cleveland Ave for public viewing. All board members, the Manager, and the Finance officer were present, and the minutes note that no diie attended the meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 5:00 p.m. with no recorded approvals, denials, or votes.

Nomination Committee Board Agendas

The committee approved the April 23, 2025 minutes and unanimously voted to recommend several board and commission appointments for placement on the City Council agenda on June 24, 2025. The item on clarification of duties for advisory boards was tabled pending the City Manager's attendance. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved April 23, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled clarification of duties for advisory boards (no vote)
• Recommended Patrick Senior Center Advisory Board appointments (unanimous)
• Recommended Mauney Memorial Library Board reappointments (unanimous)
• Recommended reappointment to Kings Mountain Transportation Committee (unanimous)
• Recommended appointment of Mike Patel to Kings Mountain TDA (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Tourism Development Authority Agendas & Minutes

The Authority approved the FY 2024-2025 operating and capital budget ordinance with a unanimous vote. It also approved a one‑year contract with PlacerAi at $15,000, and a $15,500 payment for the Kings Mountain Forward initiative, both unanimously. The board voted to table the Grants vote until the next meeting.

• Approved FY 2024-2025 budget ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved 1‑year PlacerAi contract for $15,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $15,500 payment for Kings Mountain Forward (unanimous)
• Tabled Grants vote until next meeting

City Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes

The council unanimously adopted Ordinance 25‑17 approving the FY 2025‑26 operating and capital budget of $63,336,515, and also adopted Ordinances 25‑18 and 25‑19 for the Health Insurance and Workers Compensation internal service fund plans. A $700,000 budget amendment was approved to increase stop‑loss revenues and transfer funds between internal service funds. The council also approved a water and wastewater agreement with the Catawba Nation Gaming Authority, which includes a $903,613 fee for water usage.

• Adopted Ordinance 25‑17 approving FY 2025‑26 budget of $63,336,515 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 25‑18 for Internal Service Fund – Health Insurance Financial Plan (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 25‑19 for Internal Service Fund – Workers Compensation Financial Plan (unanimous)
• Approved $540,000 Natural Gas Fund budget amendment (unanimous, consent agenda)
• Approved $700,000 budget amendment to increase stop‑loss revenues and transfer ISF monies (unanimous)
• Approved water and wastewater agreement with Catawba Nation Gaming Authority, including $903,613 water usage fee (unanimous)
• Adopted variance for Parcel No. 41729 at 2105 Windermere Lane (unanimous, consent agenda)
• Adopted variance for Parcel No. 48570 at 122 Wing Haven Road, Cherryville (unanimous, consent agenda)

Planning & Zoning Board Agendas

The Planning and Zoning Board adopted the meeting agenda and the May 6, 2025 minutes by unanimous vote. It recommended approval of rezoning Z-25-7, changing parcels 51716 and 10871 from Suburban Residential to Auto-Urban Commercial, and rezoning Z-25-8, changing parcel 64302 from Suburban Residential to Suburban Commercial, both unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Adopt agenda (unanimous)
• Adopt May 6, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommend approval of rezoning Z-25-7 parcels 51716 & 10871 to Auto-Urban Commercial (unanimous)
• Recommend approval of rezoning Z-25-8 parcel 64302 to Suburban Commercial (unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment Agenda

The Board of Adjustment unanimously approved a Special Use Permit for a food‑truck park at 212 York Street. Earlier motions to adopt the agenda, adopt the April 29 minutes, and close the public hearing also passed unanimously. The board found the project met all four statutory criteria and did not endanger health, safety, or property values.

• Adopt agenda (unanimous 5‑0)
• Adopt April 29, 2025 minutes (unanimous 5‑0)
• Close public hearing (unanimous 5‑0)
• Find public health and safety not endangered (unanimous 5‑0)
• Find no substantial injury to adjoining property values (unanimous 5‑0)
• Find project in harmony with the area (unanimous 5‑0)
• Find project in general conformity with land‑use plan (unanimous 5‑0)
• Approve Special Use Permit for 212 York St parcel (unanimous 5‑0)

City Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes

The council adopted Ordinance 25-16, amending the Unified Development Ordinance to align quorum requirements for the Planning and Zoning Board. It also continued the public hearing on adding duplexes as a use‑by‑right in Semi‑Urban Residential districts. The mayor was authorized to enter three agreements (gas supply, facilities installation, and ground lease) for the future RNG facility at 1038 York Road, and the city rescinded a $500,000 local incentive grant for Project Ball. Finally, the council approved hiring outside counsel for a potential data‑center project up to $100,000.

• Adopted Ordinance 25-16 revising Planning and Zoning Board quorum requirements (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing on duplex‑by‑right amendment until June 24, 2025 (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to enter Gas Supply Agreement with SRNG‑Liberty, LLC for RNG facility (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to enter Facilities Installation and Interconnection Agreement with CRNG‑Kings Mountain, LLC (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 25-27 authorizing Ground Lease with CRNG‑Kings Mountain, LLC (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 25-28 rescinding $500,000 Local Incentive Grant for Project Ball (unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to engage outside counsel for possible data‑center project up to $100,000 (unanimous)
• Closed and reopened Closed Session per procedural rules (unanimous)

ABC Board Agendas

The board accepted the previous meeting's minutes and approved the financial statements and sales. It voted to adopt the proposed budget for fiscal years 2025 and 2026 and will distribute copies to the City of Kings Mountain, the Raleigh Commission, and the ABC store office. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Accepted minutes as read
• Approved financial statements and sales
• Adopted proposed 2025‑2026 budget
• Adjourned meeting

City Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes

The City Council adopted Resolution 25-19 opposing recent North Carolina planning and zoning bills and authorized a Hold Harmless agreement for boat parking at the water‑treatment plant. Council voted unanimously to continue the public hearing on a zoning map amendment to the June 10, 2025 meeting. The council also approved amendments to the water and wastewater development agreements with Liquid Management, LLC and approved a ten‑year economic development incentive grant for Project NEXUS, authorizing an Economic Development Agreement.

• Adopted Resolution 25-19 opposing NC planning and zoning statutes (unanimous)
• Authorized Hold Harmless agreement with ESP Associates for boat parking at Water Treatment Plant (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing on Zoning Map amendment (Parcels 9842 & 46733) to June 10, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to Development Agreements with Liquid Management, LLC for water and wastewater services (unanimous)
• Approved Economic Development Incentive Grant for Project NEXUS and authorized Economic Development Agreement (unanimous)

Kings Mountain Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved the April 14, 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. A motion to adjourn the May 12, 2025 meeting also passed unanimously. No other formal actions or votes were recorded during the session.

• Approved April 14, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board Agendas

The board approved the April 1 minutes and adopted the meeting agenda unanimously. It recommended approval of a text amendment to permit duplexes on Semi‑Urban Residential standard lots, also unanimously. The board likewise recommended approval of a text amendment to align the quorum definition in the UDO with the Board's Rules of Procedure, again unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved April 1 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of duplex text amendment Z‑24‑22 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of quorum definition amendment Z‑25‑6 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting

ABC Board Agendas

The board discussed the budget and audit with presenters Darrell Keller and Mary Grace Keller. A motion was made and seconded to accept having finance officer Athena Hodge attend future meetings and take an online training course. A motion to adjourn was made, seconded, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Motion to accept Athena Hodge’s meeting attendance and online training made and seconded
• Motion to adjourn made and seconded; meeting adjourned

City Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes

The May 5, 2025 budget work session reviewed proposed budget items, including salary increases, rate changes, and capital spending. No motions to adopt or reject those proposals were recorded. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous vote.

• Unanimously adjourned meeting (motion by Jay Rhodes, seconded by Jimmy West)

Board of Adjustment Agenda

The Board of Adjustment adopted its agenda and the March 25, 2025 minutes unanimously. It approved the special‑use and variance reports (SU‑25‑1/V‑25‑1) and postponed the special‑use permit request for five food trucks (SU‑25‑2) to May 27, 2025. After a public hearing, the board voted unanimously on each variance criterion and then granted the requested front‑setback variance for the property at 2110 Vestibule Church Road, reducing the setback from 35 ft to 25 ft. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Adopt agenda (5‑0 unanimous)
• Adopt March 25, 2025 minutes (5‑0 unanimous)
• Approve SU‑25‑1/V‑25‑1 special use and variance reports (5‑0 unanimous)
• Continue SU‑25‑2 special use permit case to May 27, 2025 (5‑0 unanimous)
• Grant front‑setback variance for 2110 Vestibule Church Road, reducing setback to 25 ft (5‑0)
• Adjourn meeting (5‑0 unanimous)

ABC Board Agendas

The board approved a motion to accept budget‑training from Darrell Keller, with agreement from a member. A separate motion to accept the meeting minutes and store sales was approved. The meeting was then adjourned by motion and second.

• Accepted budget training (motion by Chip McGill, agreed by Shaun Grier)
• Approved minutes and store sales (motion by Ben Torres, agreed by Joy Dixon)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Joy Dixon, seconded by Ben Torres)

Mauney Memorial Library Board Agendas

The Library Board approved the prior meeting's minutes with a unanimous vote. No other formal actions were recorded; the board noted updates on the community‑room A/C replacement, new part‑time hires, a staff retirement, and state library funding issues.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)

Nomination Committee Board Agendas

The Nominating Committee approved the March 19 meeting minutes and then adjourned the session unanimously. It agreed to place a resolution to restructure the Kings Mountain Tourism Development Authority on the May 13 council agenda, along with updates to the Nominating Policy. The committee also asked the City Clerk to email current TDA board members about the potential restructure and to review board members for two‑term limit exceptions.

• Approved March 19, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
• Agreed to forward TDA restructure resolution to council agenda
• Agreed to forward nominating policy updates to council agenda
• Requested City Clerk to email existing TDA board members about restructure
• Requested City Clerk to review board members for two‑term limit exceptions

City Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes

The council unanimously approved a $1.4 million budget amendment to cover expenses from Hurricane Helene and a $750,000 amendment for stop‑loss revenues in the Health Insurance Fund. It also adopted Ordinance 25‑13 allowing fuel sales by right in the Hospitality zoning district and Ordinance 25‑12 aligning Family Care Home student limits with state law. Additional actions included dissolving the Kings Mountain Housing Authority, adopting the regional hazard mitigation plan, and authorizing a lake use agreement for weekly bass tournaments.

• Approved $1.4 M budget amendment for Hurricane Helene expenses (unanimous)
• Approved $750,000 budget amendment for stop‑loss revenues in Health Insurance Fund (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 25‑13 permitting fuel sales by right in Hospitality zoning district (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 25‑12 amending Family Care Home student limits to match state regulation (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑16 to formally adopt the Cleveland Gaston Lincoln Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑18 dissolving the Kings Mountain Housing Authority and transferring duties to the Redevelopment Commission (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to enter Lake Use Agreement with Anglers Choice Marine for weekly bass tournaments at Moss Lake (unanimous)
• Voted to continue public hearing on parcel rezoning (Z‑25‑04) until May 13, 2025 (unanimous)

Patrick Senior Center Agendas & Minutes

The board approved the minutes from the January 28, 2025 Patrick Senior Center Advisory Board meeting. No other actions were taken; the meeting was then adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Approved Jan 28, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

Kings Mountain Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved the February 10, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. The board then adjourned the meeting unanimously. No other actions were taken.

• Approved February 10, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes

The council voted 6-0 to adopt Resolution 25-14, authorizing a ground lease with CRNG‑Kings Mountain, LLC for the RNG project at 1036 York Rd. A unanimous vote approved the revision to the John H. Moss Reservoir fee schedule (Resolution 25-15). The consent agenda, including adoption of prior minutes, Resolution 25-13, and scheduling a budget work session, was also adopted unanimously.

• Adopt Resolution 25-14 for RNG ground lease at 1036 York Rd (6-0)
• Approve Revision to Moss Lake fee schedule (Resolution 25-15) unanimously
• Adopt minutes of Feb. 25 and Mar. 13 meetings (consent agenda) unanimously
• Adopt Resolution 25-13 authorizing mayor to execute fire department annexation agreement (consent agenda) unanimously
• Schedule budget work session for May 5‑6, 2025 (consent agenda) unanimously
• Close and reopen closed session (both motions unanimous, no action taken)
• Adjourn meeting unanimously

Planning & Zoning Board Agendas

The Planning and Zoning Board unanimously approved the March 4 minutes and adopted an amended agenda. It recommended and approved rezoning of Phifer Road parcels 9842 and 46733 from Light Industrial to Suburban Residential. The board also approved a text amendment to increase the maximum children in Family Childcare Homes from five to ten, and a text amendment to allow duplexes as a permitted use in Semi‑Urban Residential zones. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved March 4, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted amended agenda, moving item 8A to 9B (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of Phifer Road parcels 9842 and 46733 to Suburban Residential (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to increase Family Childcare Home capacity from 5 to 10 children (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to permit duplexes in Semi‑Urban Residential‑Standard zones (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment Agenda

The Board elected Phil Dee as Chair, Shearra Miller as Vice‑Chair, and confirmed Madeline Grigg as Secretary. After opening a public hearing, the Board voted 4‑1 to grant a special use permit for a gas station at 601 East King Street. The Board then opened a separate public hearing on the requested variance. All other procedural motions were adopted unanimously.

• Elected Phil Dee as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Shearra Miller as Vice‑Chair (unanimous)
• Confirmed Madeline Grigg as Secretary (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted June 27, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Opened special‑use public hearing (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for gas station at 601 East King St (4‑1)
• Opened variance public hearing (5‑0)

City Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes

The council voted 6‑1 to amend the zoning map for six parcels, changing their districts as requested. It also adopted Ordinance 25‑10, unanimously amending the Board of Adjustment membership and term rules. Additionally, the council approved on‑call consultant selections and authorized the city manager to execute related agreements. Several consent‑agenda items, including a $6,000 budget amendment and a contract with Rostan Solutions, were adopted unanimously.

• Approved Ordinance 25-10 amending Board of Adjustment membership (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of six parcels, changing districts as requested (6-1)
• Approved on-call consultant selections and authorized City Manager to execute agreements (unanimous)
• Approved $6,000 budget amendment for additional ARPA grant funds (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Rostan Solutions, LLC for FEMA reporting assistance (unanimous)
• Reappointed Chip McGill to the Kings Mountain ABC Board for a 3‑year term (unanimous)
• Amended term expiration dates for all ABC Board seats to Jan 31 (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda items including prior meeting minutes (unanimous)

ABC Board Agendas

The board made a motion to accept the previous meeting minutes, which was seconded. Later, a motion to adjourn the meeting was made and seconded. No vote tallies or outcomes were recorded for either motion.

• Motion to accept previous meeting minutes made and seconded
• Motion to adjourn the meeting made and seconded

Nomination Committee Board Agendas

The Nominating Committee approved the February 6, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. It discussed several proposed policy updates but took no action on them. The committee also voted unanimously to recommend reappointing Chip McGill to the KM ABC Board for a three‑year term, to be placed on the March 25 council agenda. No other decisions were made.

• Approved February 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended reappointment of Chip McGill to KM ABC Board for 3‑year term (unanimous)