Emerald Isle public meetings in 2023
3 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Commissioners
The Emerald Isle Board approved the consent agenda items, including the Fire Station II contract and culvert contracts, with a 4-0 vote. It removed item #13 (sidewalk installation) from the 2023 Progressive Goals list and redirected funding toward road repairs, also by a 4-0 vote. The board unanimously approved the UDO amendment to Section 6.4, eliminating the requirement for fencing off natural dune areas. A proposal to amend Section 6.3 for stormwater management was tabled.
- Approved consent agenda items (minutes, fire station contract, culvert contract) – 4-0
- Removed item #13 (sidewalk installation) from 2023 Progressive Goals – 4-0
- Approved UDO amendment Sec 6.4 to remove fence requirement – 4-0
- Tabled discussion on UDO amendment Sec 6.3 stormwater management – 4-0
- Excused Commissioner Normile’s absence – 4-0
- Adopted agenda – 4-0
- Entered and closed public hearing for Sec 6.4 amendment – 4-0 each
- Adjourned meeting – 4-0
Planning Board
The Planning Board unanimously approved two text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO). The board also scheduled future discussions regarding oceanfront lot setbacks and board procedures.
- Approved UDO amendment to Section 6.4 allowing staking instead of fencing for natural area protection (Unanimous)
- Approved UDO amendment to Section 6.3 requiring professionally drafted stormwater plans for small residential projects only if in a Special Flood Hazard Area (Unanimous)
- Approved July 24, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
- Approved motion to discuss oceanfront lot setback changes at the next meeting (Unanimous)
- Approved motion to discuss Planning Board Rules of Procedure regarding submission timelines (Unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners approved a resolution establishing a methodology to fill the upcoming vacancy for Commissioner Jim Normile's seat. The Board also approved the consent agenda and a resolution regarding a retiring police sergeant. No action was taken on the boat channel relocation presentation.
- Approved methodology for appointment of Commissioner Jim Normile's upcoming vacancy (5-0)
- Approved Resolution Awarding Service Sidearm and Badge to Retiring Police Sergeant Domenick C. Gottuso (5-0)
- Approved July 11 and July 25 meeting and closed session minutes via consent agenda (5-0)
- Adopted meeting agenda (5-0)