Emerald Isle public meetings in 2021

Planning Board

The Emerald Isle Planning Board will consider amendments to Sections 6.4.2 and 6.4.3 of the Unified Development Ordinance regarding dune and vegetation protection. The board will also review the town planner's report, including building inspection activity from August through November 2021, and approve minutes from the August 23, 2021 meeting.

• Discussion of amendments to UDO Section 6.4.2 and 6.4.3 (Dune and Vegetation Protection)
• Building Inspection Report for August–November 2021
• Approval of minutes from August 23, 2021 meeting
• Upcoming meetings: Board of Commissioners (Jan 11, 2021) and Planning Board (Jan 24, 2021)

The Emerald Isle Planning Board approved the July 26, 2021 minutes with an amendment to reflect a 4-0 vote instead of 5-0. The board also discussed the Emerald Isle Development Ordinance project, with a consultant reviewing several articles. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved July 26, 2021 minutes with amendment to reflect 4-0 vote (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Emerald Isle Board of Commissioners will install newly elected Mayor Jason Holland and Commissioners Candace Dooley, Mark Taylor, and Jamie Vogel, and select a Mayor Pro-Tem. The board will also consider a consent agenda including budget amendments, a paving contract amendment, and creation of an EMS Captain position, and discuss a proposed enhanced partnership with Carteret County Planning and Inspections Department effective January 1, 2022.

• Installation of Mayor Jason Holland (4-year term) and Commissioners Dooley, Taylor (4-year terms), and Vogel (2-year term)
• Consent agenda includes amendment to paving contract with Thomas Simpson Construction
• Consent agenda includes creation of EMS Captain position
• Consent agenda includes GFL contract extension
• Consideration of enhanced partnership with Carteret County Planning and Inspections Department for streamlined permit process

Golf Cart Advisory Committee

This meeting of the Golf Cart Advisory Committee has no published agenda. The only item listed is a note that no agenda is available and that the minutes should be reviewed.

The Golf Cart Advisory Committee approved the October meeting minutes and adopted the November agenda. They discussed a golf cart safety video and a potential St. Patrick's Day festival raffle with a non-profit, but no formal action was taken on these items. The meeting was procedural, with no substantive decisions made.

• Approved October meeting minutes
• Adopted November meeting agenda

Board of Commissioners

The Emerald Isle Board of Commissioners will hold its regular monthly meeting, covering ceremonial items like a Veterans Day proclamation and police promotions, along with several action items. Key discussions include a proposed $90,000 dredging project at the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission Boating Access Area, a lifeguard staff incentive concept offering a $200 monthly bonus and gym membership, and a proposed lease for the Carteret County Shore Protection Office. The board will also consider a consent agenda with a budget amendment for golf cart infrastructure improvements.

• Proposed dredging at N.C. Boating Access Area (6800 Emerald Dr.) estimated at $90,000, fully funded by state grants
• Lifeguard incentive concept: $200/month bonus and gym membership for USLA-certified employees
• Consent agenda includes $2,500 budget amendment for pervious concrete at eight golf cart parking locations
• Swearing in of Chief of Police Michael Panzarella and promotions of Sgt. Tyler Biskup and Officer Sam Scott
• Proposed lease for Carteret County Shore Protection Office

The Emerald Isle Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a $193,400 bonus package for full-time town employees and nine subcontracted trash/recycling workers, funded by $145,800 in ARPA funds and $47,600 from the General Fund. The board also approved a lifeguard incentive program, a dredging project at the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission ramp, a lease for the Carteret County Shore Protection Office, and reappointed Jim Normile to the Carteret County Beach Commission. No action was taken on the Progressive Goals Roadmap update or the FY 21 CAFR presentation.

• Approved $193,400 in employee bonuses (5-0)
• Approved Lifeguard Incentive Program (5-0)
• Authorized dredging at N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission Boating Access Area (5-0)
• Approved lease for Carteret County Shore Protection Office (5-0)
• Appointed Jim Normile to Carteret County Beach Commission (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned to closed session for real estate and personnel discussions (5-0)

Golf Cart Advisory Committee

The Golf Cart Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss old and new business, including golf cart safety videos, promotional ideas, and participation in the upcoming Town Christmas Parade on November 27th. They will decide whether to have a booth at the St. Patrick's Day Festival to promote golf cart safety, and discuss potential prizes, a golf cart cover, and a possible donated Bluetooth stereo.

• Decision on participating in November 27th Town Christmas Parade
• Discussion of booth at St. Patrick's Day Festival for golf cart safety
• Review of golf cart safety videos
• Updates on hand sanitizer and bumper sticker promotions
• Possible donated Bluetooth stereo for golf cart

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will vote to approve a release and settlement agreement with Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company, LLC, authorizing a final retainage payment of $285,810.06 to complete the Post-Florence Renourishment Project Phase III. The agenda also includes a review of the 2021 Beach Safety/Ocean Rescue Services overview and a proposal for a dune planting project with a cost not to exceed $250,000. Routine consent items include the adoption of September 14, 2021 minutes and an amendment to personnel policy regarding retiree health insurance.

• Approval of Release and Settlement Agreement with Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company, LLC for a final payment of $285,810.06
• Dune Planting Project proposal to install 300,000 plants at a cost not to exceed $250,000
• Amendment to Personnel Policy regarding Retiree Health Insurance
• Appointment of Artie Dunn to the Coastal Regional Solid Waste Management Authority Municipal Committee
• 2021 Beach Safety/Ocean Rescue Services Overview presentation

The Emerald Isle Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a $250,000 contract with Aquatic Plants of Florida to plant 300,000 dune plants, funded by occupancy tax. They also authorized a $20,000 agreement with the Emerald Isle St. Patrick's Festival, with the understanding that the amount may be rescinded if a $20,000 grant from the Crystal Coast Tourism Development Authority is secured. The board approved the consent agenda, including beach nourishment Phase III and a retiree health insurance policy amendment, and received presentations on beach safety and upcoming events.

• Approved consent agenda including Beach Nourishment Phase III, Sept. 14 minutes, retiree health insurance amendment, and committee appointment (5-0)
• Authorized Town Manager to execute $20,000 agreement with Emerald Isle St. Patrick's Festival (5-0)
• Approved contract with Aquatic Plants of Florida for 300,000 dune plantings, not to exceed $250,000 (5-0)

Golf Cart Advisory Committee

The Golf Cart Advisory Committee approved minutes from the August meeting and adopted the September agenda. The Board of Commissioners approved all 9 golf cart improvement sites, with a total budget not to exceed $44,700 from the GCAC account. Eight sites will use pervious concrete and post & rope, while the Janelle site will also include a stormwater infiltration system. The committee discussed safety promotion ideas, parade participation, and a St. Patrick's Day booth, but took no formal votes on these items.

• Approved August meeting minutes
• Adopted September meeting agenda
• Approved all 9 golf cart improvement sites (BOC decision)
• Set $44,700 total budget for site improvements
• Specified pervious concrete & post & rope for 8 sites
• Added stormwater infiltration system to Janelle site

Golf Cart Advisory Committee

The Golf Cart Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the August meeting and adopted the September agenda. Under old business, the committee noted the Board of Commissioners' approval of all 9 golf cart improvement sites, with a total budget not to exceed $44,700 from the GCAC account. Eight sites will use pervious concrete with post and rope, while the Janelle site will also include a stormwater infiltration system. The committee discussed future safety promotions and participation in the Christmas parade, but no formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved August meeting minutes
• Adopted September meeting agenda
• Noted BOC approval of all 9 golf cart improvement sites
• Set $44,700 total budget cap for site improvements
• Specified pervious concrete and post/rope for 8 sites
• Added stormwater infiltration system to Janelle site

Board of Commissioners

The Emerald Isle Board of Commissioners will consider a contract for roadway resurfacing using Powell Bill funds, along with a budget amendment. They will also receive updates on beach driving, golf cart parking, and a BRIC grant opportunity, and make a golf cart advisory committee appointment. The agenda includes routine items like consent agenda approval and public comment.

• Consider contract for roadway resurfacing using Powell Bill Funds
• Budget amendment regarding Powell Bill
• Ordinance update to adopt 2018 North Carolina Fire Code
• Golf Cart Advisory Committee Appointment
• Presentation on BRIC Grant Opportunity

The Emerald Isle Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a contract with Thomas Simpson Construction for roadway resurfacing in Deer Horn Dunes and Ocean Oaks subdivisions, using combined Powell Bill funds totaling $261,145.06. The board also approved a list of golf cart parking improvements at nine sites, submitted a Letter of Intent for BRIC grant funding, and appointed Jeanne Clark to the Golf Cart Advisory Committee. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and ordinance update (5-0)
• Authorized Town Manager to sign $261,145.06 road resurfacing contract with Thomas Simpson Construction (5-0)
• Approved golf cart parking improvement plan at nine sites (5-0)
• Approved submission of Letter of Intent for BRIC grant funding (5-0)
• Appointed Jeanne Clark to Golf Cart Advisory Committee (5-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review the July 2021 Building Inspection Report and discuss the ongoing Development Ordinance Project. The meeting also includes routine items such as the approval of previous minutes and a report from the Town Planner.

• Discussion of Emerald Isle Development Ordinance Project
• Review of July 2021 Building Inspection Report

The Emerald Isle Planning Board/Board of Adjustment unanimously approved the June 28, 2021 minutes with an amendment to add 'Board of Adjustment' to the header. The board re-elected Kenny Sullivan as chairman and Chad MacAvery as vice-chairman, both by unanimous 5-0 votes. The board also discussed the Development Ordinance project, with N-Focus selected to aid in drafting, and heard the Town Planner's monthly report.

• Approved June 28, 2021 minutes with amendment to add 'Board of Adjustment' to header (5-0).
• Re-appointed Kenny Sullivan as Planning Board/BOA Chairman (5-0).
• Appointed Chad MacAvery as Planning Board/BOA Vice-Chairman (5-0).
• Excused absent members Malcom Boartfield and Chad MacAvery (motion by Schwartz, second by Cannon).
• Adjourned meeting at 7:31 p.m. (5-0).

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review the Emerald Isle Development Ordinance Project and receive a building inspection report for July 2021. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the July 26, 2021, meeting.

• Discussion of Emerald Isle Development Ordinance Project
• July 2021 Building Inspection Report

The Emerald Isle Planning Board held a regular meeting with no substantive decisions. The board approved the July 26, 2021 minutes with an amendment correcting the vote tally from 5-0 to 4-0. The rest of the meeting was procedural, including a discussion of the Development Ordinance project and a report from the Town Planner.

• Approved July 26, 2021 minutes with amendment to reflect 4-0 vote (unanimous)

Golf Cart Advisory Committee

The committee discussed a request from Jeanne Clark to add a golf cart parking space at the end of Sea Gull Road by reducing the existing handicapped car parking space. No formal decision was recorded in the addendum.

• Discussed request to add golf cart parking space at Sea Gull Road

Golf Cart Advisory Committee

The Golf Cart Advisory Committee approved site work at all nine golf cart parking locations discussed, including adding spaces, improving markings, and implementing stormwater mitigation. The improvements will be presented to the Board of Commissioners for a final vote. The committee also discussed a request for an additional handicapped space at Seagull and will have town staff examine the area.

• Approved all site work at 9 golf cart parking accesses (motion and second)
• Approved June meeting minutes
• Adopted August meeting agenda
• Approved moving fire hydrant at Sea Dunes (by Bogue Water and EIFD)
• Approved adding 7 spaces at Deerhorn Dunes
• Approved expanding Janelle from 3 to 6 spaces
• Approved adding 5 spaces at Yaupon
• Approved adding spaces at Tracy and Craig

Board of Commissioners

The Emerald Isle Board of Commissioners will consider approving the Kelly Lane Boat Ramp Project and a related General Fund budget amendment. The board will also hear a presentation on beach driving from the Interim Chief of Police, discuss a website redesign, and make an appointment to the Parks and Recreation Association board. The agenda includes routine items like a proclamation, employee recognitions, and public comment.

• General Fund budget amendment for Kelly Lane boat ramp project
• Approval of Kelly Lane boat ramp project
• Beach driving presentation by Interim Chief of Police
• Website redesign discussion
• Appointment to Parks and Recreation Association Board of Directors

The Emerald Isle Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a $54,155.50 contract with Coastal Dredging, LLC for the Kelly Lane Boat Ramp dredging project, and a $32,983 contract with CivicPlus for a new town website. They also approved a list of ARPA-funded projects, including contactless drinking fountains, a dog park match, and stormwater pipe repair. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved $54,155.50 dredging contract with Coastal Dredging, LLC (5-0)
• Approved $32,983 CivicPlus website contract (5-0)
• Reappointed Jay Thomas to Parks and Recreation Association board (5-0)
• Approved list of ARPA-funded projects including contactless fountains, dog park match, stormwater repair (5-0)

Planning Board

The Emerald Isle Planning Board will elect a chairman and vice chairman, discuss the ongoing Unified Development Ordinance update with the selected consultant N-FOCUS, and receive the town planner's report on building inspections. The agenda is largely procedural, with no public hearings or major decisions scheduled.

• Election of officers for the upcoming year
• Discussion of Emerald Isle Development Ordinance project with N-FOCUS (contract $55,500)
• Building inspection report for June 2021
• Upcoming meetings: Board of Commissioners Aug 10, Planning Board Aug 23

Planning Board

The Emerald Isle Planning Board/Board of Adjustment is meeting to approve prior minutes, elect a chairman and vice chairman, and discuss the town's Development Ordinance project. The board will also receive the town planner's report, including the June 2021 building inspection report and upcoming meeting dates.

• Election of officers (Chairman and Vice Chairman)
• Discussion of Emerald Isle Development Ordinance Project
• Building Inspection Report for June 2021
• Upcoming Board of Commissioners meeting on August 10, 2021
• Upcoming Planning Board meeting on August 23, 2021

The Emerald Isle Planning Board/Board of Adjustment held a regular meeting with no substantive land-use decisions. Members unanimously approved the June 28 minutes with a header amendment, re-elected Kenny Sullivan as chairman and Chad MacAvery as vice-chairman, and heard an introduction of N-Focus, the firm chosen to draft the town's Development Ordinance. The board also received the town planner's monthly report and adjourned.

• Approved June 28, 2021 minutes with header amendment (5-0)
• Re-appointed Kenny Sullivan as Planning Board/BOA Chairman (5-0)
• Re-appointed Chad MacAvery as Planning Board/BOA Vice-Chairman (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:31 p.m. (5-0)

Golf Cart Advisory Committee

The Golf Cart Advisory Committee met on July 20, 2021, and adopted the April meeting minutes and the agenda. The committee recommended to the Board of Commissioners that a replacement be appointed for Travis Speight, who missed every meeting so far in 2021. They also reviewed sketches from June and discussed promoting golf cart safety.

• Adopted April meeting minutes
• Adopted the agenda
• Recommended to BOC to appoint a replacement for Travis Speight
• Reviewed sketches investigated in June with Town Staff support
• Discussed methods to promote golf cart safety

Board of Commissioners

The Emerald Isle Board of Commissioners is meeting to handle routine business, including a consent agenda with tax orders and budget amendments, plus recognitions for a retiring fire captain and a police lieutenant. They will also discuss a lease with Bogue Banks Water Corporation, a proposed contract for a UDO update, FEMA's Risk Rating 2.0, and dredging along Kelly Lane, followed by a closed session.

• Recognition of retiring Fire Captain Bruce Norman (1990-2021) with proclamation and award
• Recognition of Lt. Mark Odom for Advanced Law Enforcement Certificate
• Consent agenda: 2021 tax levy order, ARPA fund acceptance, budget amendment, pay plan amendment, town clerk appointments, planning board reappointments
• Consideration of lease with Bogue Banks Water Corporation for a well in McLean Spell Park
• Discussion on proposed contract for UDO with N-Focus and FEMA Risk Rating 2.0

The Emerald Isle Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to spend up to $10,000 for engineering firm Moffat & Nichol to study the feasibility of relocating the navigational boat channel that runs along Sound Drive. The board also approved a $55,000 contract with N-Focus to revise the Unified Development Ordinance, and authorized the town manager to apply for a North Carolina Shallowdraft Grant for dredging along Kelly Lane.

• Approved $10,000 for Moffat & Nichol to research potential navigational boat channel relocation
• Approved $55,000 contract with N-Focus for Unified Development Ordinance revision
• Authorized application for NC Shallowdraft Grant for Kelly Lane dredging
• Approved lease of McLean Spell Park property to Bogue Banks Water Corporation for a well
• Approved consent agenda including tax order, minutes, and budget amendments
• Recognized Captain Bruce Norman's retirement and Lt. Mark Odom's certification
• Held closed session for real property acquisition and personnel discussion; no action taken

Planning Board

The Emerald Isle Planning Board unanimously dismissed continued variance case 21-V-01, requested by Tom Fetter for 3114 Ocean Drive, after the applicant chose to withdraw and redesign the duplex to meet setback requirements. The board also approved the May 24, 2021 minutes 7-0. Town Planner Josh Edmondson reported that building inspection collections nearly doubled year-over-year and that the town is close to selecting a consultant for the UDO update.

• Approved May 24, 2021 minutes 7-0
• Dismissed variance case 21-V-01 for 3114 Ocean Drive after applicant withdrawal
• Closed quasi-judicial hearing for case 21-V-01 7-0
• Adjourned meeting at 6:22 p.m.

Planning Board

The Emerald Isle Planning Board will hold a quasi-judicial hearing and vote on a continued variance request for two elevators at 3114 Ocean Drive that would encroach into the required 30-foot front setback. The applicant has not submitted additional information requested in March, but the board plans to proceed with a decision. A 4/5 vote is required.

• Continued variance case 21-V-01 for 3114 Ocean Drive: request to allow 4-foot total front setback encroachment for two elevators on a duplex
• Vote requires 4/5 majority on findings of fact: hardship, harmony with ordinance, and public welfare
• May 2021 minutes: final plat for Village West project approved, with $225K infrastructure work pending
• May 2021 building report: April fees ~$360,000; 62 new single-family residences in April 2021 vs 32 in April 2020
• Next meetings: Board of Commissioners July 13, 2021; Planning Board July 26, 2021

The Emerald Isle Planning Board voted unanimously to dismiss continued variance case 21-V-01, requested by Tom Fetter for 3114 Ocean Drive, after the applicant decided not to proceed and is redesigning to meet setback requirements. The board also approved the May 24, 2021 minutes and adjourned.

• Approved May 24, 2021 minutes (7-0).
• Closed quasi-judicial hearing for case 21-V-01 (7-0).
• Dismissed case 21-V-01 based on applicant's withdrawal request (7-0).
• Adjourned meeting at 6:22 p.m. (7-0).

Golf Cart Advisory Committee

The Golf Cart Advisory Committee voted unanimously to begin planning improvements at eight beach accesses using the Lee Street remodel as a model, including Deer Horn, Eagles Nest, Craig, Tracy, Shorerush, Janell, Sea Dunes, and a handicapped space at Randy's Way. The committee also approved corrected minutes from May 2021 and adopted the June agenda. No new business was discussed, and the next meeting is set for July 20.

• Approved corrected May 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted June 2021 agenda (unanimous)
• Voted to start plans on Deer Horn, Eagles Nest, Craig, Tracy, Shorerush, Janell, Sea Dunes, and Randy's Way handicapped space (unanimous)
• Tabled Fawn Drive access redesign for now
• Tabled discussion on safety seats for golf carts until next meeting

Golf Cart Advisory Committee

The Emerald Isle Golf Cart Advisory Committee is holding a meeting on June 15, 2021, but no agenda has been published. The only available reference is the meeting minutes, so the specific items to be discussed are not known from this document.

• No agenda published for the meeting

The Golf Cart Advisory Committee voted unanimously to begin planning improvements at Deer Horn, Eagles Nest, Craig, Tracy, Shorerush, Janell, Sea Dunes, and Randy's Way, using the Lee Street remodel as a model. The committee also corrected and approved the May 2021 minutes and adopted the June agenda. No new business was discussed.

• Approved corrected May 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted June 2021 agenda (unanimous)
• Voted to start plans on Deer Horn, Eagles Nest, Craig, Tracy, Shorerush, Janell, Sea Dunes, and Randy's Way handicapped space (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion on safety seats for golf carts until next meeting

Board of Commissioners

The Emerald Isle Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on the FY 2021-22 budget, including the fee schedule and pay plans. They will also discuss the final plat for the Village West development and an update on beach nourishment Phase III. The board will recognize retiring Police Chief Tony Reese and consider a resolution to award him his service sidearm and badge.

• FY 2021-22 budget adoption with public hearing, fee schedule, and 5-year capital plan
• Discussion and board approval of final plat for Village West Development
• Update on Beach Nourishment Phase III, including post and rope at beach accesses and additional plantings in 2022
• Resolution to award service sidearm and badge to retiring Police Chief Tony Reese
• Consent agenda includes budget amendments and grant ordinance amendments

The Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted the FY 2021-22 budget, fee schedule, 5-year capital plan, and pay plans, keeping the tax rate at 15.5 cents. They also approved the final plat for the Village West development, authorized post and rope installation at beach accesses (up to $27,000), and authorized bidding for dune planting (up to $300,000). The board recognized retiring Police Chief Tony Reese and approved a resolution awarding him his service sidearm and badge.

• Adopted FY 2021-22 Budget Ordinance (5-0)
• Adopted FY 2021-22 Fee Schedule (5-0)
• Adopted 5-Year Capital Replacement / Improvement Program (5-0)
• Adopted FY 21-22 Pay Plans (5-0)
• Approved final plat for Village West Development (5-0)
• Authorized subcontractor for post and rope at beach accesses, not to exceed $27,000 (5-0)
• Authorized bid for dune planting (sea oats), not to exceed $300,000 (5-0)
• Approved Capital Project Budget Ordinance for dune plantings (5-0)

Golf Cart Advisory Committee

The Golf Cart Advisory Committee discussed a list of proposed golf cart parking improvements to recommend to the Board, including new spaces at Deer Horn Dunes and other accesses. They also discussed safety education for child car seats in golf carts. The meeting was mostly procedural, with no new business.

• Discussed adding golf cart parking spaces at Deer Horn Dunes after resident request
• Lee Street spaces near completion with 5.5' concrete spaces
• Potential fire hydrant relocation at a Deer Horn Dunes access requiring multiple department reviews
• Proposed forming a committee to review Deer Horn Dunes accesses
• Volunteer to coordinate with John's Golf Carts on child car seat safety

Golf Cart Advisory Committee

This meeting has no agenda available. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes.

The Golf Cart Advisory Committee met and approved the April minutes and May agenda, but made no substantive decisions. They discussed a project list for Board approval, heard resident concerns about parking at Deer Horn Dunes, and reviewed progress on Lee Street spaces. No formal votes were taken on any items.

• Approved April 2021 meeting minutes
• Adopted May 2021 agenda
• Discussed project list for Board approval, no action taken
• Heard resident concerns about Deer Horn Dunes parking, no action taken
• Reviewed Lee Street parking space construction progress, no action taken

Board of Commissioners

The Emerald Isle Board of Commissioners will discuss and potentially approve a lease of property in McLean Spell Park to Bogue Banks Water Corporation for a well site, along with a resolution stating intent to lease. The board will also review the FY 2021-22 recommended budget, consider Lee Avenue parking improvements, and discuss a 3-year prioritization list. Several proclamations and recognitions are scheduled, including a 30-year service award for Public Works Director Artie Dunn.

• Resolution authorizing pre-positioned hurricane debris removal contract
• Simmons & Simmons contract renewal
• Well site lease for McLean Spell Park to Bogue Banks Water Corporation
• Lee Avenue parking improvements discussion
• FY 2021-22 recommended budget presentation

The Emerald Isle Board of Commissioners approved a resolution stating intent to lease property in McLean Spell Park to Bogue Banks Water Corporation, with the lease to be executed at the July 13, 2021 meeting after a 30-day public notice period. The board also adopted a 3-year prioritization list, approved golf cart parking improvements at Lee Avenue, and received the FY 2021-22 recommended budget presentation. All votes were unanimous except where noted.

• Approved resolution of intent to lease McLean Spell Park property to Bogue Banks Water Corporation (4-0)
• Adopted Progressive Goals Map for 2021-2023 (4-0)
• Approved golf cart parking improvements at Lee Avenue using Golf Cart Improvement Fund (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including hurricane debris removal contract and Simmons and Simmons contract renewal (3-0, Messer recused)
• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Excused Commissioner Finch from meeting (unanimous)

Golf Cart Advisory Committee

The Golf Cart Advisory Committee is meeting, but no agenda has been published for this session. The only available reference is the meeting minutes, so no specific decisions or discussions are listed for this date.

• No agenda items listed

The Golf Cart Advisory Committee unanimously voted to recommend the Lee Street sketch to the Town Board of Commissioners for implementation before the May 11 public hearing. The committee also discussed trip hazards at Ocean Oaks, project delays due to workforce shortages, and budget constraints affecting golf cart space projects. No new business was conducted.

• Approved minutes from March 2021 meeting
• Adopted agenda for April 2021 meeting
• Unanimously recommended Lee Street sketch to BOC before 5/11/21 public hearing
• Agreed to install ropes between small posts at Ocean Oaks to address trip hazard
• Decided to keep meeting start time at 5:30

Board of Commissioners

The Emerald Isle Board of Commissioners will hold its regular monthly meeting on April 13, 2021, covering a consent agenda with routine items, updates on paid parking and beach safety, and discussions on potential ordinance changes. The board will also receive presentations on horses on the beach, a site review, and updates on the beach driving committee and noise ordinance.

• Amend fee schedule for Regional Access Paid Parking Fees
• Resolution requesting NCDOT move 45MPH speed limit from Seagull Street 800 feet east of Blackskimmer
• Discussion on updating noise ordinance to establish decibel levels
• Discussion on updating yard waste ordinance and leasing yard waste truck for FY22
• Presentation on horses on the public beach with optional changes to TOEI Article IV

The Emerald Isle Board of Commissioners approved changes to the horse-on-beach ordinance, establishing a $10 daily or $50 annual permit with exemptions for residents and certain groups. They also voted to cancel the July 4th celebration and Beach Music Festival to save $71,000 in the FY-22 budget. Other actions included approving a site plan for Emerald Isle Realty, adopting a new yard waste ordinance, leasing a yard debris truck, and updating noise and beach driving fees.

• Approved horse-on-beach permit fees: $10 daily, $50 annual, with exemptions (5-0)
• Cancelled July 4th celebration to save $24,000 (5-0)
• Cancelled Beach Music Festival to save $47,000 (5-0)
• Approved site plan for Emerald Isle Realty driveway extension contingent on stormwater approval (5-0)
• Adopted Beach Driving Review Committee fee increase of $75 for non-Carteret County residents (5-0)
• Amended noise ordinance to set decibel limits, allowing commercial district up to 85 dB from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. (5-0)
• Adopted Sec 13-8 Yard Debris Requirements (5-0)
• Approved lease of new yard debris collection truck (5-0)

Planning Board

There is no agenda available for this meeting. The record indicates that there are no items scheduled for discussion or decision.

The Planning Board approved the commercial plans for the Transportation Impact Phase II project, with staff directed to work with the architect to correct the 1st floor North elevation to meet the required 20' visual break. The Board also approved a proposed amendment to the UDO to allow remote parking via on-street spaces within 200 feet in Village East, Village West, and Marina Village zoning districts, subject to review and approval by the Board of Commissioners. Both approvals were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved the minutes of the December 17, 2018 Planning Board meeting as submitted (5-0).
• Approved the commercial plans for the Transportation Impact Phase II project, with staff to work with the architect to correct the 1st floor North elevation to meet the 20' visual break (5-0).
• Approved the proposed amendment to the remote parking requirements for the Village districts, allowing on-street parking within 200 feet in Village East, Village West, and Marina Village zoning districts (5-0).

Golf Cart Advisory Committee

There is no agenda available for this meeting. The record directs readers to review the meeting minutes instead.

The Golf Cart Advisory Committee approved February minutes, adopted the March agenda, and elected Taney Browder as Chairman, Jim Blanton as Co-Chairman, and Debbie Parker as Secretary. They discussed deferring a public questionnaire, reviewed beach parking costs ($1.3 million annually, with $400K from fees), and agreed to use rope and wooden poles to mark golf cart parking at Ocean Oaks Drive. They also noted golf cart registrations are up 20% this year and confirmed no golf carts are allowed on Coast Guard Road.

• Approved February 2021 meeting minutes
• Adopted March 2021 meeting agenda
• Elected Taney Browder as Chairman, Jim Blanton as Co-Chairman, and Debbie Parker as Secretary
• Agreed to use rope and wooden poles for marking golf cart parking spots at Ocean Oaks Drive
• Decided to keep the golf cart permitting video class online
• Deferred sending the Golf Cart Committee questionnaire to the public

Board of Commissioners

The Emerald Isle Board of Commissioners will consider a 1-year contract with NC Parking for parking collection services at WORA and EORA, and hold a public hearing and vote on amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) to align with state legislation Chapter 160D. They will also receive an update on forming a beach driving review committee and discuss a funding request for the Bogue Inlet dredging event.

• 1-year contract with NC Parking for parking collection at WORA and EORA, effective April 1, 2021
• Public hearing and vote to amend UDO provisions regarding Chapter 160D
• Update on establishing a beach driving review committee
• Proposed cost schedule and funding request for Spring 2021 Bogue Inlet dredging
• Consent agenda: approval of February 9 and February 15 meeting minutes

The Board unanimously approved a one-year contract with UPP North Carolina/LLC Parking Co. for parking collection services at WORA and EORA, starting April 1, 2021. The Board also adopted an ordinance amending the UDO to comply with state Chapter 160D, and approved a funding request for Bogue Inlet dredging. All votes were 5-0.

• Adopted the agenda unanimously (5-0).
• Approved the consent agenda, including minutes from February 9 and February 15, 2021 meetings (5-0).
• Adopted resolution authorizing paid parking contract with UPP North Carolina/LLC Parking Co. for WORA and EORA (5-0).
• Adopted ordinance amending UDO provisions to comply with Chapter 160D state enabling legislation (5-0).
• Approved resolution authorizing funding request to NC shallow draft navigation channel dredging and lake maintenance fund for Bogue Inlet dredging (5-0).
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:34 pm (5-0).

Golf Cart Advisory Committee

This meeting of the Emerald Isle Golf Cart Advisory Committee has no agenda available. The only item listed is a note directing readers to review the minutes, indicating the meeting is likely procedural or informational with no specific decisions or discussions outlined.

• No agenda items listed

The Golf Cart Advisory Committee met on Feb. 16, 2021, and adopted the January minutes and the meeting agenda. They welcomed three new members and heard a presentation from Police Chief Reese summarizing past projects and procedures. The election of officers for 2021 was postponed to the next meeting. No new business was discussed.

• Adopted January meeting minutes
• Adopted meeting agenda
• Welcomed new members Travis Speight, Jim Dubovec, and Debbie Parker
• Postponed election of officers for 2021 to next meeting

Board of Commissioners

This meeting has no agenda available; it appears to be procedural only. Residents should review the minutes for any actions taken.

The Board of Commissioners held a special meeting as a budget planning workshop for FY 21-22, discussing financial status, department priorities, and potential projects. No formal decisions were made; the recommended budget will be presented on May 11, 2021. The board also entered closed session to discuss personnel.

• Adopted meeting agenda (5-0)
• Entered closed session for personnel discussion (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Emerald Isle Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to keep the current beach driving dates and times unchanged and to form a safety committee to address concerns raised during public comment. The board also approved the consent agenda, which included the January meeting minutes, a walkway replacement, and an agreement for an alternate emergency operations center location. Three appointments to the Golf Cart Advisory Committee were made.

• Approved consent agenda including Jan. 12 minutes, Craig St. Walkway Replacement, EOC Alternate Location Agreement (4-0)
• Motion to not amend beach driving dates/times and form safety committee carried (4-0)
• Appointed Jim Dubovec, Travis Speight, Debbie Parker to Golf Cart Advisory Committee terms expiring Jan. 2023 (4-0)

Golf Cart Advisory Committee

This meeting of the Golf Cart Advisory Committee has no agenda available. The agenda text indicates only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes. No decisions or discussions are listed.

The Golf Cart Advisory Committee met virtually and discussed old business, including a plan to send a questionnaire to the town for the February commissioners meeting. The committee noted that commissioners approved allowing Low-Speed Vehicles (LSVs) to park in golf cart parking spaces with a $50 permit fee. No new business was discussed, and no formal votes were taken.

• Approved minutes of November meeting
• Approved agenda for this meeting
• Noted commissioners approved LSV parking in golf cart spaces with $50 permit fee
• Discussed sending questionnaire to town for February commissioners meeting
• Discussed Lee Ave. access shift (FH moved 30ft east)
• Discussed coordinating Ocean Oaks field visit
• Discussed replanting James Street plantings damaged by salt

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding a request from Bogue Banks Water Corporation to lease land in McLean Spell Park for a new well site. The agenda also includes discussions on coastal storm risk management, golf cart parking rules, and yard debris process changes.

• Public hearing for Bogue Banks Water Corporation well site lease request
• Concurrence request regarding U.S. Army Corps of Engineers CSRM Project
• Proposed changes to golf cart parking rules and classification
• Proposed changes to the town fee schedule
• Recommended adjustments to the Emerald Isle yard debris process