Emerald Isle public meetings in 2023

Board of Commissioners

The Emerald Isle Board of Commissioners will hold its regular December meeting, which includes the installation of newly elected commissioners and the election of a mayor pro-tem. The board will also consider a consent agenda, a commercial site plan on Bogue Inlet Drive, and the 2024 meeting schedule. The meeting includes recognition of outgoing commissioners and public comment.

• Installation of new commissioners Roy D. Brownlow, Alesia Sanderson, Josh Sawyer, and Jay Wootten
• Election of Mayor Pro-Tem and oath of office
• Consent agenda includes change order for Bogue Inlet and Cedar Street FEMA 428 funded projects
• Commercial site plan review for Bogue Inlet Drive
• Approval of 2024 Board meeting schedule

Board of Commissioners

The Emerald Isle Board of Commissioners will consider appointing Alesia Sanderson to fill a vacant commissioner seat until November 2025, and will vote on awarding two generator contracts funded by FEMA 428. The meeting includes routine procedural items.

• Appointment of Alesia Sanderson to fill the commissioner seat vacated by Jim Normile
• Stormwater Pump Station Generators contract to KB Power Systems for $439,607.55
• Community Center Generator contract to Cape Fear Generators for $97,000

Planning Board

The Emerald Isle Planning Board will consider an appeal of a Notice of Violation for tree and vegetation removal without permits at 202 Lagoon Court, and review a request for entrance modifications to manage traffic and parking. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and receive a planning director's report on department activities and upcoming meetings.

• Appeal by Daniel Ladrech of Notice of Violation for tree/vegetation removal without permits at 202 Lagoon Court
• Request by owner Mike Stanley for entrance modifications to manage traffic flow and parking
• Approval of September 25, 2023 Planning Board meeting minutes
• Planning Director's October department report and UDO amendments update

Board of Commissioners

The Emerald Isle Board of Commissioners will consider a UDO text amendment to exempt professionally drafted stormwater plans outside Special Flood Hazard Areas, hear a presentation of marathon proceeds benefiting Carteret Health Care and the Emerald Isle Path, and review the FY 2023 ACFR. The consent agenda includes donations of surplus radios and taser cartridges to EIPD, awarding used iPads to outgoing commissioners, and a FEMA beach access walkway design package. The meeting also includes recognition of three outgoing commissioners and a closed session for personnel.

• UDO Text Amendment—Section 6.3 Stormwater Management—exclude professionally drafted plans outside Special Flood Hazard Areas
• Presentation of Emerald Isle Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K proceeds (Oct 28 race, participants from 34 states, 3 countries)
• Consent agenda: EIPD surplus radios donation, taser cartridge donation, award used iPads to outgoing commissioners
• FEMA: 428 Public Beach Access Walkway Design and Federally Compliant Bid Package Consideration
• Closed session pursuant to NCGS 143-318.11(6) to discuss personnel

Board of Commissioners

The Emerald Isle Board of Commissioners will consider a UDO text amendment to exempt certain properties from professionally drafted stormwater plans, award asphalt paving bids for FY23-24, and discuss a beautification concept along NC Hwy 58. The consent agenda includes budget amendments, write-offs, and policy approvals. Public comment is limited to three minutes per person.

• UDO Text Amendment—Section 6.3 Stormwater Management: exclude professionally drafted plans outside Special Flood Hazard Areas
• Asphalt Paving Bid(s), FY23-24
• Beautification Concept Along NC Hwy 58
• General Fund Budget Amendment
• Authorize Write-off of Uncollectible Ambulance Transport Bills

Planning Board

The Emerald Isle Planning Board will review and discuss possible amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding side setback requirements for oceanfront lots, and will consider changes to its Rules of Procedure for submission time periods. The board will also hear the Planning Director's report on department activities and upcoming meetings.

• Discussion of UDO side setback requirements for oceanfront lots
• Discussion and possible amendment of Rules of Procedure for submission time periods
• Planning Director's August department report
• Update on UDO amendments
• Upcoming Board of Commissioners meeting on October 10, 2023

Board of Commissioners

The Emerald Isle Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on two UDO text amendments: one to remove the requirement to fence off natural areas in the dunes and vegetation protection section, and another to exclude professionally drafted stormwater plans outside Special Flood Hazard Areas. The board will also consider removing a sidewalk installation from the 2023 progressive goals and act on consent agenda items including a final contract for Fire Station II and awarding a culvert contract.

• Public hearing on UDO amendment to remove dune fencing requirement (Section 6.4)
• Public hearing on UDO amendment to waive professional stormwater plan requirement outside SFHA (Section 6.3)
• Consider removing sidewalk installation from 2023 progressive goals
• Consent agenda: final contract for Fire Station II
• Consent agenda: award contract for Old Ferry, Cedar, and Bogue Inlet culverts

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 Emerald Isle Planning Board will review two proposed amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO): one to remove the fencing requirement for natural areas in the dunes and vegetation protection section, and another to waive professionally drafted stormwater plans outside Special Flood Hazard Areas. The board will also hear the Planning Director's report and discuss a potential board member vacancy.

• UDO Text Amendment – Section 6.4 Dunes and Vegetation Protection: remove fence requirement for natural area
• UDO Text Amendment – Section 6.3 Stormwater Management: exclude professionally drafted plans outside SFHA
• Approval of July 24, 2023 meeting minutes
• Planning Director's report: July department report, upcoming meetings, PB member vacancy update

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 Emerald Isle Board of Commissioners will recognize retiring Police Sergeant Nick Gottuso and consider a resolution to award him his service sidearm and badge. The board will also hear a presentation on the boat channel relocation, introduce new employees, and receive a police department update. The agenda includes several proclamations and recognitions, along with routine consent agenda items.

• Resolution to award retiring Police Sergeant Domenick 'Nick' Gottuso his service sidearm (Smith & Wesson M&P .40 caliber, Serial # HSJ9310) and badge
• Proclamation declaring August 8, 2023 as Lifeguard Appreciation Day
• Introduction of new Police Officer Michael Lewis and Planning Director Nathan Rhue
• Boat Channel Relocation presentation by Doug Huggett of Moffat and Nichol
• Consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes and filling 3 vacancies on the EI Parks and Recreation Association

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)

Board of Commissioners

The Emerald Isle Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to enter a closed session to consult with counsel about the upcoming November 2023 election, and to discuss filling the vacancy left by Commissioner Jim Normile. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items.

• Closed session under NCGS 143-318.11(3) to consult with counsel regarding the November 2023 election
• Discussion of filling the vacancy of seat held by Jim Normile

The Board held a closed session to consult with counsel regarding the November 2023 election. Mayor Holland stated the Town's intention to appoint the 4th highest vote getter from the 2023 municipal election to fill Commissioner Jim Normile's seat. A formal resolution is expected to be drafted for the August 8, 2023 meeting.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Entered closed session to consult counsel regarding November 2023 election (5-0)
• Returned to open session (5-0)

Planning Board

The Emerald Isle Planning Board is holding a regular meeting with no public hearings or major action items. The agenda includes approval of the June 26, 2023 minutes, a report from the Planning Department, and board comments. This is largely procedural.

• Approval of June 26, 2023 meeting minutes
• Planning Director Nathan Rhue to give remarks
• Upcoming meetings noted: Board of Commissioners Aug 8, Planning Board Aug 28

The Planning Board voted unanimously to recommend that the Board of Commissioners remove member Malcolm Boartfield due to unexcused absences. The Board also unanimously approved the meeting minutes from June 26, 2023.

• Approved June 26, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Recommended removal of member Malcolm Boartfield due to unexcused absences (Unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Emerald Isle Board of Commissioners will hold its regular monthly meeting, covering routine items like consent agenda approvals, employee recognitions, and public announcements. The board will also receive a presentation from the Board of Elections and consider a commercial site plan permit for a real estate office at 9908 Reed Dr. A closed session is scheduled to discuss personnel.

• Commercial Site Plan Permit for Watson-Matthews Real Estate Office (9908 Reed Dr)
• Consent agenda includes approving NCLM MOA for ARPA Grant Assistance, contract with CCEC, and budget ordinance amendments
• Order Directing 2023 Tax Levy and Collections
• Employee recognitions: Chris Powell (20 years), Travis Carroll (Advanced Police Officer), Justin Gilgo (grant received)
• Presentation by Board of Elections Director Caitlin Sabadish

The Board of Commissioners approved a commercial site plan for 9908 Reed Dr and passed a consent agenda including tax levy orders and budget amendments. The meeting included reports on fire and beach safety and public comments regarding permitting and spending.

• Approved Commercial Site Plan for Watson-Matthews Real Estate Office at 9908 Reed Dr (5-0)
• Approved June 13, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes (5-0)
• Approved June 13, 2023 Closed Session Minutes (5-0)
• Approved NCLM MOA for ARPA Grant Assistance (5-0)
• Approved Order Directing 2023 Tax Levy and Collections (5-0)
• Approved Contract with CCEC (5-0)
• Approved Budget and Capital Project Ordinance Amendments (5-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda (5-0)

Planning Board

The Emerald Isle Planning Board will hold its regular meeting on June 26, 2023, to elect officers, approve minutes from prior meetings, and review a commercial site plan submitted by Watson-Matthews Real Estate. The board will also receive reports from the Planning Department and discuss upcoming meetings.

• Commercial site plan review for Watson-Matthews Real Estate
• Election of officers
• Approval of minutes from February, March, and April 2023 meetings
• Planning Department reports for May and June
• Upcoming meetings: Board of Commissioners July 11, Planning Board July 24

Golf Cart Advisory Committee

The committee approved the April 2023 minutes and the May 2023 agenda. Members discussed the May 13 Golf Cart Show and Tell event and potential raffle locations for next year. A review of golf cart parking upgrades at Edna Street and Taylor was requested.

• Approved April 2023 minutes
• Approved May 2023 agenda

Golf Cart Advisory Committee

The Emerald Isle Golf Cart Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss old and new business, including an update on damage at Georgia St. and Bogue Sound Access, proposed golf cart parking additions near Edna St. and OD, and confirmation of beach access path rehabilitation priorities. They will also address parking issues blocking handicap spaces and disrepair of wooden bridges across Archers Creek.

• Update on Georgia St. & Bogue Sound Access damage investigation
• Golf cart parking additions near Edna St. & OD and end of GCR
• Beach access path rehab priorities list (Conch Court, Ocean Crest, Janell St., etc.)
• James St. parking issues blocking handicap spaces
• Wooden bridges across Archers Creek at Live Oak, Loblolly & Holy St. in disrepair

The committee approved the May 2023 minutes and the June 2023 agenda. Members discussed potential new golf cart parking areas and upcoming access rebuilds. No new business was introduced.

• Approved May 2023 minutes with correction to Edna St. parking area
• Approved June 2023 agenda

Board of Commissioners

The Emerald Isle Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on the proposed FY 2023-24 budget, along with updates on FEMA 428 projects, Bogue Inlet dredging, and the Bogue Sound Boat Channel relocation. The consent agenda includes routine items like meeting minutes, budget amendments, and policy adoptions. The meeting also includes employee recognitions and a presentation from the Surfrider Foundation.

• Public hearing and motion on FY 2023-24 budget
• FEMA 428 projects update (Fire Station 2 rebuild)
• Army Corps of Engineers: Bogue Inlet dredging update
• Bogue Sound Boat Channel relocation project update
• Phase II amendments to Unified Development Ordinance

The Board unanimously approved the FY 2023-24 budget ordinance, fee schedule, pay plans, and a 5-year capital replacement program. Officials also authorized the use of beach nourishment funds for dredging and amended the Unified Development Ordinance.

• Adopted FY 23-24 Budget Ordinance (5-0)
• Adopted FY 23-24 Fee Schedule (5-0)
• Adopted 5-Year Capital Replacement / Improvement Program (5-0)
• Adopted FY 23-24 Pay Plans (5-0)
• Approved use of Beach Nourishment funds for Winter 2023/24 Bogue Inlet Dredging (5-0)
• Approved Unified Development Ordinance amendment removing condo-tel provisions of Section 5.2.2 (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including NCDOT Mowing Agreement and Public Records Access Policy (4-0)

Golf Cart Advisory Committee

The Golf Cart Advisory Committee is meeting to adopt minutes and agenda, hear public comment, and discuss old business including an update on the Georgia St. at Bogue Sound 'freshening' by town staff and a review of the May 13 'Show & Tell' event at WORA. New business and agenda items for the next meeting are also on the agenda.

• Update on Georgia St. at Bogue Sound 'freshening' by Town Staff
• Discussion on 'Show & Tell' Event held May 13 at WORA
• Public comment period
• Adoption of April minutes and agenda

The committee approved the April 2023 minutes and the May 2023 agenda. Members discussed improvements for the May 13 Golf Cart Show and Tell event and potential locations for next year's raffle. The committee also identified areas for potential golf cart parking upgrades.

• Approved April 2023 minutes
• Approved May 2023 agenda

Golf Cart Advisory Committee

The Golf Cart Advisory Committee is meeting for routine business, including adopting minutes and agenda, public comment, and updates. They will discuss the town staff's 'freshening' of Georgia Street at Bogue Sound and review the 'Show & Tell' event held May 13 at WORA. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major decisions or financial items listed.

• Update on Georgia St. at Bogue Sound 'freshening' by Town Staff
• Discussion on 'Show & Tell' Event May 13 at WORA
• Adoption of April minutes
• Public comment period

The committee approved the April 2023 minutes and May 2023 agenda. Members discussed improvements for the May 13 Golf Cart Show and Tell event and potential parking upgrades at Edna Street and Taylor.

• Approved April 2023 minutes
• Approved May 2023 agenda
• Requested review of Edna Street and Taylor for potential golf cart parking upgrade

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners appointed a new law firm and selected architects for the reconstruction of Fire Station #2. The Board also approved ordinance amendments regarding satellite merchants at bars.

• Appointed Grady Quattlebaum, PLLC as the new town attorney firm (4-0)
• Selected Manns Woodward Studios as design/build architects for Fire Station #2 rebuild (4-0)
• Approved amendments to Chapter 10 Article III to allow satellite merchants at bars from 9 pm-3 am (3-0)
• Approved April 11, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes (4-0)
• Excused Commissioner Finch (4-0)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (4-0)

Planning Board

The Emerald Isle Planning Board will review and make recommendations on two sets of text amendments: updates to Chapter 10 Business Regulations regarding itinerant and satellite merchants, and Phase Two updates to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO). The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings and receive a report from the Planning Director.

• Chapter 10 amendments: prohibit itinerant merchants, regulate satellite merchants (e.g., food trucks) with permits, insurance, and location rules
• UDO Phase Two: replace 'mobile' with 'manufactured' homes, update recreational vehicle park standards, add accessory dwelling unit and Little Free Library regulations
• Civil penalties for satellite merchant violations: $500 first citation, permit revocation for second
• Itinerant merchant violations: $500 first fine, $1000 second fine
• Planning Director report includes upcoming Board of Commissioners meeting on May 9, 2023

The Planning Board recommended amendments to business registration rules regarding satellite merchants at bars and approved Phase Two of the UDO updates with clerical changes. The board also tabled the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Recommended ordinance change to allow one satellite merchant operation per calendar day at bars/lounges (Unanimous)
• Recommended UDO Updates Phase Two with clerical changes to parking provisions and definitions (Unanimous)
• Tabled approval of February 27, 2023 and March 27, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Golf Cart Advisory Committee

The Golf Cart Advisory Committee is meeting to adopt minutes and agenda, hear public comment, and discuss old business. The main items are further discussion of improvements on Georgia Street at Bogue Sound and an update on the May 13 golf cart event, including town and committee responsibilities and remaining communications.

• Further discussion on Georgia St. at Bogue Sound improvements
• Update on Golf Cart Event May 13th from Zapp, Lister & Dubovec
• Public comment period
• Adoption of March minutes and agenda

The committee approved the March 2023 minutes and the April 2023 agenda. Members coordinated logistics for a 'Golf Cart Show and Tell' event scheduled for May 13 at the Western Beach access.

• Approved March 2023 minutes
• Approved April 2023 agenda
• Ordered 200 promotional mugs for $241

Golf Cart Advisory Committee

The committee coordinated logistics for the May 13 'Golf Cart Show and Tell' event at the Western Beach access. Members discussed promotional materials, equipment, and vendor participation. No legislative actions or policy changes were decided.

• Approved March 2023 minutes
• Approved April 2023 agenda
• Ordered 200 promotional mugs for $241

Board of Commissioners

The Emerald Isle Board of Commissioners will meet to consider consent agenda items including an audit contract extension, a contract amendment with Onslow Grading & Paving, and budget amendments. They will also hear a health insurance presentation from Medcost, make Planning Board appointments, and receive an update on FEMA's revised flood insurance rate maps. The agenda includes proclamations, new employee introductions, and public announcements.

• Authorize audit services contract extension
• Approve amendment to Onslow Grading & Paving, Inc. contract
• Budget amendment for General Fund and Capital Projects Ordinance
• FEMA preliminary revised FIRM panel update
• Proclamation recognizing Devlyne and Tyron Gilmore

The Board unanimously approved a consent agenda including a budget amendment and contract extensions. Additionally, the Board appointed four members to new terms on the Planning Board. The meeting also included updates on beach safety, parks rehabilitation, and FEMA flood map revisions.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved March 14, 2023, Regular Meeting Minutes (5-0)
• Authorized Audit Services Contract Extension (5-0)
• Approved Amendment to Onslow Grading & Paving, Inc. Contract (5-0)
• Approved General Fund Budget Amendment (5-0)
• Approved Budget and CPO Amendment 1 (5-0)
• Appointed Kenny Sullivan, Susan Monette, Ty Cannon, and Jay Wooten to Planning Board terms expiring March 2025

Planning Board

The Emerald Isle Planning Board will review proposed amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) as part of Phase Two updates, covering use regulations, off-street parking, and dunes/vegetation protection. No formal recommendation will be made at this meeting; it is for discussion only. The board will also approve the previous meeting's minutes and hear the Planning Director's report.

• Review of Chapter 4 Use Regulations, including permitted and special uses table
• Review of Section 6.7 Off-Street Parking and Loading Requirements
• Review of Section 6.4 Dunes and Vegetation Protection
• Approval of February 27, 2023 meeting minutes
• Planning Director's report on March department activities and upcoming meetings

The Planning Board reviewed proposed amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) regarding use regulations, parking, and vegetation protection. No formal recommendations were made during this meeting. The board tabled the approval of the February 27, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Tabled approval of February 27, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Golf Cart Advisory Committee

This meeting of the Golf Cart Advisory Committee has no agenda available. The agenda text indicates there is nothing to decide or discuss, and directs readers to review the minutes instead.

The committee approved the February 2023 minutes and the March 2023 agenda. Members discussed the results of the Festival Golf Cart Raffle and planned a safety event to include inspections and vendor booths. Town staff reported that immediate repairs and a bench will be installed at Georgia St. and the Sound.

• Approved February 2023 minutes
• Approved March 2023 agenda
• Agreed to plan a Golf Cart Safety Rodeo with Lister as Chair

Board of Commissioners

The Emerald Isle Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and discuss amendments to satellite merchant regulations, potentially expanding food truck options. The consent agenda includes approval of an employee referral program with $1,000 bonuses, a budget amendment transferring $28,000 for park and community center improvements, and other routine items.

• Public hearing and discussion on satellite merchant amendments to allow food trucks in more zoning districts
• Employee referral program: $1,000 bonus for referring successful full-time hires
• Budget amendment: $28,000 transfer from McLean-Spell Park Fund for tennis court resurfacing and Community Center painting
• Sale of surplus brush truck
• Fee schedule amendment for summer day camp

The Board approved several consent agenda items, including street repairs and budget amendments. A public hearing was held regarding the Satellite Merchant Amendment and food truck ordinances, but no final decision was made on those items.

• Approved February 14, 2023 Meeting Minutes (5-0)
• Approved Budget Amendment & Capital Project Ordinance Amendments (5-0)
• Approved sale of surplus brush truck (5-0)
• Approved Fee Schedule Amendment for Summer Day Camp (5-0)
• Approved bid for street repairs (5-0)
• Removed Referral Policy from consent agenda approval (5-0)

Planning Board

The Emerald Isle Planning Board will hold an evidentiary hearing on a variance request for a detached garage at 205/207 Cedar Street, which would be 12.5 feet closer to the front property line than allowed. The board will also review proposed amendments to Chapter 10 (Business Regulations) regarding business registration and satellite merchants, and receive the Planning Director's report. The agenda includes approval of minutes from previous meetings.

• VAR-23-1: Variance for 20'x35' detached garage at 205/207 Cedar Street with 17.5ft front setback (12.5ft less than required)
• UDO Updates Phase Two: Proposed amendments to Chapter 10 Business Regulations (business registration and satellite merchants)
• Approval of minutes from September 26, October 3, and November 28, 2022 meetings
• Planning Director's report covering November–February department reports and upcoming meetings

The Planning Board denied a request to build a detached garage with a reduced front setback at 205 Cedar Street. The board also recommended amendments to business registration and satellite merchant ordinances, including the Marina Village district.

• Denied variance for 17.5ft front setback at 205 Cedar Street (4-1)
• Approved minutes from Sept 26, Oct 3, and Nov 28, 2022 meetings (unanimous)
• Recommended proposed amendments for Business Registration and Satellite Merchants, including Marina Village zoning district (unanimous)
• Excused absent members Boartfield and Wootten (unanimous)

Golf Cart Advisory Committee

This meeting of the Golf Cart Advisory Committee has no agenda available. The only item listed is 'No Agenda,' directing readers to review the minutes for any prior discussion.

The committee approved the January 2023 minutes and the February 2023 agenda. Discussion regarding potential access on Georgia St. at Sound Dr. was tabled until the March meeting.

• Approved January 2023 minutes
• Approved February 2023 agenda
• Tabled Georgia St. at Sound Dr. access discussion

Golf Cart Advisory Committee

The Golf Cart Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss old and new business, including construction updates for golf cart improvements at several streets, raffle sales, and volunteer scheduling for a festival. They will also consider observations about access at Georgia at Sound Dr. The agenda is largely routine with no major decisions or public hearings.

• Construction updates for improvements at Sea Gull, Clark, Cedar Tree, and Melaine
• Raffle sales update from Vogel/EI Business Association
• Volunteer schedule for Festival ticket sales and attire
• Discussion of potential access at Georgia at Sound Dr.

Board of Commissioners

The Emerald Isle Board of Commissioners will hold its regular monthly meeting, including public comment on the FY 2023-24 budget, updates to the satellite merchant and business registration ordinance, and a planning board vacancy appointment. The consent agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a general fund budget amendment. Employee recognitions and proclamations are also scheduled.

• General Fund Budget Amendment on consent agenda
• Satellite Merchant and Business Registration Ordinance Updates
• Planning Board Vacancy Appointment
• Public comment on FY 2023-24 budget
• Employee recognitions: promotions and transfers in Police Department

The Board of Commissioners approved the town's Progressive Goals List for 2023-2025 and a General Fund Budget Amendment. They also appointed a new member to the Planning Board and scheduled a public hearing regarding food truck and business registration ordinances.

• Approved Progressive Goals List for 2023-2025 (4-0)
• Approved General Fund Budget Amendment (4-0)
• Appointed Jay Wootten to fill an unexpired Planning Board term (4-0)
• Scheduled Public Hearing for Satellite Merchant and Business Registration Ordinance Updates for March 14 (4-0)
• Approved January 10, 2023, January 4-5, and December 13, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

Planning Board

The Emerald Isle Planning Board will hold a quasi-judicial evidentiary hearing on a variance request to build a 20'x35' detached garage at 205/207 Cedar Street with a 17.5-foot front setback, 12.5 feet closer than allowed. The board will also receive the Planning Director's monthly reports and discuss Phase Two UDO updates. The agenda includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and board comments.

• Variance VAR-23-1: 20'x35' detached garage at 205/207 Cedar Street, 17.5-ft front setback (12.5 ft less than required)
• Approval of minutes from Sept 26, Oct 3, and Nov 28, 2022 meetings
• Planning Director's report: November, December, January department reports
• UDO Phase Two updates discussion
• Upcoming meetings: BOC Feb 14, Planning Board Feb 27

Golf Cart Advisory Committee

The Golf Cart Advisory Committee is meeting to adopt minutes, hear public comment, and discuss old and new business. They will receive updates on improvements for several streets and key chain completion, as well as raffle poster distribution. The committee will also elect officers for 2023 and set direction for the year.

• Update on improvements for Sea Gull, Clark, Cedar Tree, and Melaine streets
• Status of 3 vacancies for the Golf Cart Advisory Committee
• Election of officers for 2023
• Discussion of next committee direction for 2023

Board of Commissioners

The Emerald Isle Board of Commissioners will consider adopting comprehensive amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance and Chapter 6 Building Regulations, following a public hearing held in December. The board will also receive a presentation on the Bogue Sound Boat Channel Realignment Study, recognize retired Rep. Pat McElraft, and accept donations from the fishing tournament. The consent agenda includes adopting the FY 2024 budget calendar.

• Adoption of Resolution of Consistency and Ordinance amending Chapter 6 and Appendix A UDO
• Boat Channel Relocation presentation by Moffatt & Nichol
• Fishing tournament donations: $18,000 in high school sponsorships, $5,000 for dredging, $10,000 for staff education
• Recognition of retired Rep. Pat McElraft and proclamation of Pat McElraft Day
• Adoption of FY 2024 Budget Calendar

The Board of Commissioners approved amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding building regulations. The board also adopted the FY 2023 Budget Calendar. No formal action was taken regarding the proposed boat channel relocation.

• Adopted Agenda (5-0)
• Approved FY 2023 Budget Calendar (5-0)
• Approved Resolution of Consistency and Ordinance Amending Chapter 6 Building Regulations and Appendix A Unified Development Ordinance (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Emerald Isle Board of Commissioners is holding a two-day budget planning workshop for fiscal year 2023-2024. They will review the current financial status, draft Capital Improvement Plan, and discuss optional uses of Powell Bill funds, including paving Coast Guard Road and installing sidewalks. The workshop also covers Parks and Recreation plans, FEMA-related repairs, and board initiatives.

• Draft Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) review
• Powell Bill funding options: Coast Guard Road paving, Lee Ave. sidewalk, sidewalk near The Point
• FEMA walkway repair plan: 10 locations
• FEMA 428 grants: Reed, Cedar, Lee Ave. culvert; EIFD firetruck replacements; ambulance replacements; radios; generators; debris site on NC 58; Fire Station 2
• Unified Development Ordinance update timeline

The Board approved a request to apply for a $2.6 million BRIC grant for stormwater projects. Members agreed to remove trash cans from the beach strand in favor of a 'carry in/carry out' system with cans at access points. The Board also established several committees for transportation and holiday lighting.

• Approved request to apply for $2.6M BRIC grant (5-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda (5-0)
• Agreed by consensus to follow the UDO update timeline through Summer 2023
• Agreed by consensus to purchase four solar-powered blinking warning signs for beach safety
• Approved removal of trash cans from beach strand and implementation of educational campaign
• Formed exploratory committee for NCDOT turning lane/STIP options
• Formed selection committee for a digital Hall of Fame
• Formed committee to update Christmas light decorations