Cornelius, North Carolina
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Wed Jul 22, 2026
Architecture Review Board
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ARCHITECTURE REVIEW BOARD
July 23, 2026
Town Hall, Room 217
Agenda
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. June 25, 2026
4. REVIEW AND RECOMMENDATION ON AGENDA ITEMS
A. Alexander Farms - Office Building B 2nd Review
B. The Refinery - 19711 Bethel Church Road
5. OLD BUSINESS
6. NEW BUSINESS
7. NEXT MEETING
8. ADJOURNMENT
Tue Jul 14, 2026
Pre-Development Review Committee
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PRE-DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE
July 7, 2026
Agenda
1. CALL TO ORDER-1:00 p.m.
2. REVIEW AND RECOMMENDATION
A. Bethel Presbyterian Church Expansion
B. Lake Norman Powersports Vehicle Display Area
3. ADJOURNMENT
Tue Jul 14, 2026
Pre-Development Review Committee
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PRE-DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE
March 5, 2026
Agenda
1. CALL TO ORDER-1:30 p.m.
2. REVIEW AND RECOMMENDATION
A. Washam Potts Subdivision
3. ADJOURNMENT
Tue Jul 14, 2026
Pre-Development Review Committee
Committee reviews two development projects
The Pre-Development Review Committee will meet to review and make recommendations on two items: the Bailey's Glen Expansion (Dove Property) and Westmoreland Road. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 12:00 PM.
- Review and recommendation for Bailey's Glen Expansion (Dove Property)
- Review and recommendation for Westmoreland Rd
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PRE-DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE
May 5, 2026
Agenda
1. CALL TO ORDER - 12:00 PM
2. REVIEW AND RECOMMENDATION
A. Bailey's Glen Expansion (Dove Property)
B. Westmoreland Rd
3. ADJOURNMENT
Tue Jul 14, 2026
Pre-Development Review Committee
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PRE-DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE
June 3, 2026
Agenda
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. REVIEW AND RECOMMENDATION
A. US 21 & Westmoreland Rd C-Store
3. ADJOURNMENT
Mon Jul 13, 2026
Planning Board/Board of Adjustment
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PLANNING BOARD/BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
November 10, 2025
Agenda
1. CALL TO ORDER - 6:30 PM
2. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Approval of Minutes
5. PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
A. VAR 05-25 21065 Nannie Potts Ln
6. NEW BUSINESS
A. Text Amendment Discussion - New LDC Structure
7. NEXT MEETING - December 11, 2025
8. ADJOURNMENT
RULES FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS AND HEARINGS
Please sign up to speak before the meeting on the sign-up sheet located near the entrance to the board room.
Please be aware that all meetings of the Planning Board are recorded and streamed live on the internet.
Provide your name and address before you begin your comments.
Comments are limited to 4 minutes.
Comments are to be directed to the entire Board and not to individuals.
You may yield your comments to another speaker present at the meeting so that one speaker may address the board for up to 8 minutes.
A designated spokesperson for a group of three or more may be allocated 10 minutes to speak. At least three members of the group must be present and names and addresses of those members present must be submitted to the Administrative Assistant before the meeting begins.
Presentations by applicants seeking to rezone property are limited to 10 minutes.
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TOWN OF CORNELIUS PLANNING BOARD MEETING
Assembly Room
November 10, 2025
6:30 p.m.
Members Present Absent Members Staff Present
Colin Furcht Mamie Lee Rox Burhans, Planning Director
Phil Bechtold Rachel Bernard David Cole, Assistant Planning Director
Fred Westaway Michael Buttner Tuyen Truong, Planner 1
Travis Jullian Rechelle Ward, Administrative Assistant
Ava Callender
Bill Sykes
VISITORS
Lane Yates
Moninda Eslick
DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
Chair Bechtold called the Planning Board meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. and noted a quorum was present. All
members will be voting. Chair Bechtold identified the members voting tonight: Colin Furcht, Travis Jullian, Phil
Bechtold, Bill Sykes, Ava Callender, and Fred Westaway.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Chair Bechtold entertained a motion to approve the minutes from the October 13, 2025, meeting. Mr. Westaway
made a motion to approve, and Mr. Furcht seconded. All were in favor and the motion was approved.
In Favor: Mr. Bechtold, Mr. Westaway, Mr. Jullian, Mr. Furcht, Opposed: None
Ms. Callender, and Mr. Sykes
PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
VAR 05-25 21065 Nannie Potts Ln
Chair Bechtold made a motion to suspend the Watershed Review Board and open it as the Board of Adjustment.
Mr. Westaway motioned, and Ms. Callender seconded. All were in favor and the motion was approved.
In Favor: Mr. Bechtold, Mr. Westaway, Mr. Jullian, Mr. Furcht, Opposed: None
Ms. Callender, and Mr. Sykes
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Mon Jul 13, 2026
Planning Board/Board of Adjustment
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PLANNING BOARD/BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
December 11, 2025
Agenda
Special Meeting for Planning Board/Board of Adjustment
1. CALL TO ORDER - 6:30 PM
2. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Approval of Minutes
5. PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
A. VAR 07-25 22136 Country Club Circle
6. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
A. TA 05-25 Flags
B. TA 06-25 Infill Setbacks
7. NEW BUSINESS
8. NEXT MEETING - January 12, 2026
9. ADJOURNMENT
RULES FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS AND HEARINGS
Please sign up to speak before the meeting on the sign-up sheet located near the entrance to the board room.
Please be aware that all meetings of the Planning Board are recorded and streamed live on the internet.
Provide your name and address before you begin your comments.
Comments are limited to 4 minutes.
Comments are to be directed to the entire Board and not to individuals.
You may yield your comments to another speaker present at the meeting so that one speaker may address the board for up to 8 minutes.
A designated spokesperson for a group of three or more may be allocated 10 minutes to speak. At least three members of the group must be present and names and addresses of those members present must be submitted to t
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Minutes
TOWN OF CORNELIUS PLANNING BOARD MEETING
Assembly Room
December 11, 2025
6:30 p.m.
Members Present Absent Members Staff Present
Michael Buttner Mamie Lee Rox Burhans, Planning Director
Phil Bechtold David Cole, Assistant Planning Director
Fred Westaway Tuyen Truong, Planner 1
Travis Jullian Rechelle Ward, Administrative Assistant
Ava Callender
Bill Sykes
Rachel Bernard
VISITORS
Michael Basnett
DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
Chair Bechtold called the Planning Board meeting to order at 6:33 p.m. and noted a quorum was present. All
members will be voting. Chair Bechtold identified the members voting tonight: Michael Buttner, Travis Jullian, Phil
Bechtold, Bill Sykes, Ava Callender, Rachel Bernard, and Fred Westaway.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Chair Bechtold entertained a motion to approve the minutes from the November 10, 2025, meeting. Mr.
Westaway made a motion to approve, and Ms. Bernard seconded. All were in favor and the motion was
approved.
In Favor: Mr. Bechtold, Mr. Westaway, Mr. Jullian, Ms. Bernard, Opposed: None
Ms. Callender, Mr. Buttner, and Mr. Sykes
PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
Chair Bechtold made a motion to modify the agenda to begin with item 6. A and B Text Amendment requests,
moving the variance case to the end of the agenda to allow the applicant more time to arrive. Mr. Westaway
motioned, and Mr. Sykes seconded. All were in favor and the motion was approved.
In Favor: Mr. Bechtold, Mr. Westaway, Mr. J
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Mon Jul 13, 2026
Planning Board/Board of Adjustment
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PLANNING BOARD/BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
February 9, 2026
Agenda
1. CALL TO ORDER-6:00 p.m.
2. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. INSTALLATION OF OATHS
A. Swearing in of Newly Appointed and Reappointed Members
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Approval of Minutes
6. PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
A. VAR 01-26 19409 Statesville Rd
7. OLD BUSINESS
8. NEW BUSINESS
A. Development and Transportation Project Update
9. NEXT MEETING - March 9, 2026
10. ADJOURNMENT
RULES FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS AND HEARINGS
Please sign up to speak before the meeting on the sign-up sheet located near the entrance to the board room.
Please be aware that all meetings of the Planning Board are recorded and streamed live on the internet.
Provide your name and address before you begin your comments.
Comments are limited to 4 minutes.
Comments are to be directed to the entire Board and not to individuals.
You may yield your comments to another speaker present at the meeting so that one speaker may address the board for up to 8 minutes.
A designated spokesperson for a group of three or more may be allocated 10 minutes to speak. At least three members of the group must be present and names and addresses of those members present must be submitted to the Admini
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TOWN OF CORNELIUS PLANNING BOARD MEETING
Assembly Room
February 9, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Members Present Absent Members Staff Present
Phill Bechtold Mamie Lee Rox Burhans, Planning Director
Ava Callender Tuyen Truong Planner 1
Keith Eicher Rechelle Ward, Administrative Assistant
Brett Hart
Todd Little
Travis Jullian
Andy Upchurch
Fred Westaway
VISITORS
Scott Wilson
DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
Chair Bechtold called the Planning Board meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and noted a quorum was present. All
members will be voting. Chair Bechtold identified the members voting tonight: Phil Bechtold, Ava Callender, Keith
Eicher, Brett Hart, Travis Jullian, Andy Upchurch, and Fred Westaway.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGANCE
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Chair Bechtold entertained a motion to approve the minutes from the January 12, 2026, meeting. Mr. Westaway
made a motion to approve, and Mr. Eicher seconded. All were in favor, and the motion was approved.
In Favor: Mr. Bechtold, Ms. Callender, Mr. Eicher, Mr. Hart, Mr. Little, Opposed: None
Mr. Upchurch and Mr. Westaway
INSTALLATIONS OF OATHS
Ms. Ward administered the Oath to board members: Keith Eicher, Brett Hart, Todd Little, Andy Upchurch and Fred
Westaway.
PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
VAR 01-26 19409 Statesville Road
Chair Bechtold made a motion to suspend the Planning Board and open it as the Board of Adjustment. Mr.
Westaway motioned, and Mr. Eicher seconded. All were in favor and the motion
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Mon Jul 13, 2026
Planning Board/Board of Adjustment
Planning Board to consider three rezoning requests
The Planning Board and Board of Adjustment will meet to consider three rezoning applications. The board will also hold an election for Vice-Chair.
- Rezoning request REZ 01-26 for 20219 N Main St (Aspirational Adventures LLC)
- Rezoning request REZ 07-25 for Westmoreland Healthcare Facility
- Rezoning request REZ 08-25 for Holiday Lane Healthcare Facility
- Election of Vice-Chair
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PLANNING BOARD/BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
March 9, 2026
Agenda
1. CALL TO ORDER - 6:00 PM
2. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Approval of Minutes
5. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
A. REZ 01-26 20219 N Main St (Aspirational Adventures LLC)
B. REZ 07-25 Westmoreland Healthcare Facility
C. REZ 08-25 Holiday Lane Healthcare Facility
6. OLD BUSINESS
7. NEW BUSINESS
A. Election of Vice-Chair
8. NEXT MEETING - April 13th, 2026
9. ADJOURNMENT
RULES FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS AND HEARINGS
Please sign up to speak before the meeting on the sign-up sheet located near the entrance to the board room.
Please be aware that all meetings of the Planning Board are recorded and streamed live on the internet.
Provide your name and address before you begin your comments.
Comments are limited to 4 minutes.
Comments are to be directed to the entire Board and not to individuals.
You may yield your comments to another speaker present at the meeting so that one speaker may address the board for up to 8 minutes.
A designated spokesperson for a group of three or more may be allocated 10 minutes to speak. At least three members of the group must be present and na
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TOWN OF CORNELIUS PLANNING BOARD MEETING
Assembly Room
March 9, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Members Present Staff Present
Phil Bechtold Rox Burhans, Planning Director
Ava Callender Aaron Tucker, Senior Planner
Fred Westaway Tuyen Truong, Planner
Travis Jullian Rechelle Ward, Administrative Assistant
Mamie Lee
Brett Hart
Keith Eicher
Todd Little
Andy Upchurch
VISITORS
DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
Chair Bechtold called the Planning Board meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and noted a quorum was present. All
members will be voting. Chair Bechtold identified the members voting tonight: Phil Bechtold, Ava Callender, Keith
Eicher, Brett Hart, Travis Jullian, Andy Upchurch, Todd Little, Mamie Lee, and Fred Westaway.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Chair Bechtold entertained a motion to approve the minutes from the February 9, 2026, meeting. Mr. Westaway
made a motion to approve, and Mr. Hart seconded. All were in favor, and the motion was approved.
In Favor: Mr. Bechtold, Ms. Callender, Mr. Eicher, Mr. Hart, Mr. Little, Opposed: None
Mr. Upchurch, Mr. Jullian, Ms. Lee, and Mr. Westaway
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
REZ 06-26 20219 N. Main St. (Aspirational Adventures, LLC)
Chair Bechtold recognized Ms. Truong and asked if she was ready to present REZ 06-26 20219 N. Main St.
(Aspirational Adventures, LLC).
Ms. Truong presented REZ 06-26 20219 N. Main St. (Aspirational Adventures, LLC), which is requesting a general
rezoning in downtown Corneliu
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Mon Jul 13, 2026
Planning Board/Board of Adjustment
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PLANNING BOARD/BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
May 11, 2026
Agenda
1. CALL TO ORDER - 6:00 PM
2. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. PRESENTATIONS
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Approval of Minutes
6. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
A. Built Upon Area Averaging Certificate Application #3
B. Built Upon Area Averaging Certificate Application #4
7. PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
A. VAR 02-26 18291 Jetton Rd
B. VAR 03-26 21329 Norman Shores
8. OLD BUSINESS
9. NEW BUSINESS
10. NEXT MEETING - June 8, 2026
11. ADJOURNMENT
RULES FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS AND HEARINGS
Please sign up to speak before the meeting on the sign-up sheet located near the entrance to the board room.
Please be aware that all meetings of the Planning Board are recorded and streamed live on the internet.
Provide your name and address before you begin your comments.
Comments are limited to 4 minutes.
Comments are to be directed to the entire Board and not to individuals.
You may yield your comments to another speaker present at the meeting so that one speaker may address the board for up to 8 minutes.
A designated spokesperson for a group of three or more may be allocated 10 minutes to sp
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TOWN OF CORNELIUS PLANNING BOARD MEETING
Assembly Room
May 11, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Members Present Absent Member Staff Present
Phil Bechtold Mamie Lee David Cole, Assistant Planning Director
Ava Callender Tuyen Truong, Planner
Fred Westaway Rechelle Ward, Administrative Assistant
Brett Hart Erica Tallent, Town Attorney
Keith Eicher
Andy Upchurch
Travis Jullian
Todd Little
VISITORS
Matt Roper
Andrea Kelly
Mr. and Mrs. Packard
Ashley Jimenez
DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
Chair announced that the following members would be voting: Phil Bechtold, Ava Callender, Andy Upchurch, Brett
Hart, Fred Westaway, Keith Eckler, Todd Little, and Travis Julian. The Chair noted that there would be a slight
variation in the voting membership when the Board convened as the Board of Adjustment.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by those in attendance.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Chair Bechtold entertained a motion to approve the minutes from the April 13, 2026, meeting. Mr. Westaway
made a motion to approve, and Mr. Eicher seconded. All were in favor, and the motion was approved.
In Favor: Mr. Bechtold, Ms. Callender, Mr. Eicher, Mr. Hart, Mr. Little, Opposed: None
Mr. Upchurch, Mr. Jullian and Mr. Westaway
Chair Bechtold entertained a motion to suspend the Planning Board meeting and open as the Watershed Review
Board. Mr. Westaway made a motion to approve, and Mr. Jullian seconded. All were in favor, and the motion was
approved.
In
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Mon Jul 13, 2026
Planning Board/Board of Adjustment
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PLANNING BOARD/BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
April 13, 2026
Agenda
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT TRAINING - 5:00 PM in Community Room
Board of Adjustment Training
1. CALL TO ORDER - 6:00 PM
2. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Approval of Minutes
5. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
A. Built Upon Area Averaging Certificate Application #1
B. Built Upon Area Averaging Certificate Application #2
C. REZ 03-26 Champion Tire Truck Parking Amendment
6. OLD BUSINESS
7. NEW BUSINESS
A. Future Text Amendment Discussion
B. Planning Coordinating Committee Spring Joint Meeting
C. Community Meeting Update - Mayes Road Inn
8. NEXT MEETING - May 11, 2026
9. ADJOURNMENT
RULES FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS AND HEARINGS
Please sign up to speak before the meeting on the sign-up sheet located near the entrance to the board room.
Please be aware that all meetings of the Planning Board are recorded and streamed live on the internet.
Provide your name and address before you begin your comments.
Comments are limited to 4 minutes.
Comments are to be directed to the entire Board and not to individuals.
You may yield your comments to another speaker present at the meeting so that one speaker may address the b
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TOWN OF CORNELIUS PLANNING BOARD MEETING
Assembly Room
April 13, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Members Present Members Absent Staff Present
Phil Bechtold Travis Jullian David Cole, Assistant Planning Director
Ava Callender Aaron Tucker, Senior Planner
Fred Westaway Tuyen Truong, Planner
Mamie Lee Rechelle Ward, Administrative Assistant
Brett Hart
Keith Eicher
Todd Little
Andy Upchurch
VISITORS
Kevin Mahl
Michelle Mahl
DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
Chair Bechtold called the Planning Board meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and noted a quorum was present. All
members will be voting. Chair Bechtold identified the members voting tonight: Phil Bechtold, Ava Callender, Keith
Eicher, Brett Hart, Andy Upchurch, Todd Little, Mamie Lee, and Fred Westaway.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Chair Bechtold entertained a motion to approve the minutes from the March 9, 2026, meeting. Mr. Eicher made a
motion to approve, and Mr. Westaway seconded. All were in favor, and the motion was approved.
In Favor: Mr. Bechtold, Ms. Callender, Mr. Eicher, Mr. Hart, Mr. Little, Opposed: None
Mr. Upchurch, Ms. Lee, and Mr. Westaway
Chair Bechtold entertained a motion to suspend the Planning Board meeting and open as the Watershed Review
Board. Mr. Westaway made a motion to approve, and Mr. Eicher seconded. All were in favor, and the motion was
approved.
In Favor: Mr. Bechtold, Ms. Callender, Mr. Eicher, Mr. Hart, Mr. Little, Opposed: None
Mr. Upchurch, Ms. Lee, and
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Mon Jul 13, 2026
Planning Board/Board of Adjustment
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PLANNING BOARD/BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
January 12, 2026
Agenda
1. CALL TO ORDER-6:00 p.m.
2. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Approval of Minutes
5. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
A. TA 01-26 New Land Development Code Structure
6. OLD BUSINESS
7. NEW BUSINESS
8. NEXT MEETING
9. ADJOURNMENT
RULES FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS AND HEARINGS
Please sign up to speak before the meeting on the sign-up sheet located near the entrance to the board room.
Please be aware that all meetings of the Planning Board are recorded and streamed live on the internet.
Provide your name and address before you begin your comments.
Comments are limited to 4 minutes.
Comments are to be directed to the entire Board and not to individuals.
You may yield your comments to another speaker present at the meeting so that one speaker may address the board for up to 8 minutes.
A designated spokesperson for a group of three or more may be allocated 10 minutes to speak. At least three members of the group must be present and names and addresses of those members present must be submitted to the Administrative Assistant before the meeting begins.
Presentations by applicants seeking to rezone property are limited to 10 minutes. (Staff presentations and applicant time spent responding to
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Minutes
TOWN OF CORNELIUS PLANNING BOARD MEETING
Assembly Room
December 12, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Members Present Absent Members Staff Present
Michael Buttner Bill Sykes Rox Burhans, Planning Director
Phil Bechtold Travis Jullian David Cole, Assistant Planning Director
Fred Westaway Ava Callender Rechelle Ward, Administrative Assistant
Rachel Bernard
Mamie Lee
VISITORS
DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
Chair Bechtold called the Planning Board meeting to order at 6:02 p.m. and noted a quorum was present. All
members will be voting. Chair Bechtold identified the members voting tonight: Michael Buttner, Phil Bechtold,
Rachel Bernard, Mamie Lee, and Fred Westaway.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Chair Bechtold entertained a motion to approve the minutes from the December 12, 2025, meeting. Mr.
Westaway made a motion to approve, and Mr. Buttner seconded. All were in favor, and the motion was
approved.
In Favor: Mr. Bechtold, Mr. Westaway, Ms. Bernard, Mr. Buttner Opposed: None
and Ms. Lee
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
TA 01-26 New Land Development Code Structure
Mr. Cole presented the Text Amendment 01-26 New Land Development Structure. The purpose is to
rearrange the chapters of the Land Development Code, not to make regulatory edits, but to simplify
and streamline the structure. To set the code up in a way that is more efficient for customer service
and staff administration.
The current code has several disjointed topic areas:
• Chapter 3 (general provisions) contai
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Mon Jul 13, 2026
Planning Board/Board of Adjustment
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PLANNING BOARD/BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
June 9, 2025
Agenda
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Approval of Minutes
5. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
A. REZ 03-25 Jetton Rd (Cashmere)
B. Built Upon Area Averaging Certificate Application #6
6. NEW BUSINESS
7. ADJOURNMENT
RULES FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS AND HEARINGS
Please sign up to speak before the meeting on the sign-up sheet located near the entrance to the board room.
Please be aware that all meetings of the Planning Board are recorded and streamed live on the internet.
Provide your name and address before you begin your comments.
Comments are limited to 4 minutes.
Comments are to be directed to the entire Board and not to individuals.
You may yield your comments to another speaker present at the meeting so that one speaker may address the board for up to 8 minutes.
A designated spokesperson for a group of three or more may be allocated 10 minutes to speak. At least three members of the group must be present and names and addresses of those members present must be submitted to the Administrative Assistant before the meeting begins.
Presentations by applicants seeking to rezone property are limited to 10 minutes. (Staff presentations and applicant time spent respondin
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Minutes
TOWN OF CORNELIUS PLANNING BOARD MEETING
Assembly Room
June 9, 2025
6:30 p.m.
Members Present Members Absent Staff Present
Mamie Lee Bill Sykes David Cole, Assistant Planning Director
Rachel Bernard Colin Furcht Aaron Tucker, Senior Planner
Phil Bechtold Rechelle Ward, Administrative Assistant
Fred Westaway
Travis Jullian
Ava Callender
Michael Buttner
VISITORS
Adam Jones
Iryna Jones
Kennedy Wilson
Kenny Colbert
David Judge
Kimberly Thaxton
Stan Ought
DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
Chair Bechtold called the Planning Board meeting to order at 6:33 p.m. and noted a quorum was present. All
members will be voting. Chair Bechtold identified the members voting tonight: Mamie Lee, Travis Jullian, Michael
Buttner, Phil Bechtold, Rachel Bernard, Ava Callender, and Fred Westaway.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Chair Bechtold entertained a motion to approve the May 5, 2025, meeting minutes. Mr. Westaway made a motion
to approve, and Ms. Lee seconded. All were in favor and the motion was approved.
In Favor: Mr. Bechtold, Mr. Westaway, Mr. Buttner, Mr. Jullian Opposed: None
Ms. Lee, Ms. Callender, and Ms. Bernard
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
REZ 03-25 Jetton Rd (Cashmere)
Chair Bechtold recognized Mr. Cole if he was ready to present REZ 03-25 Jetton Rd (Cashmere).
Planning Board Meeting
June 9, 2025
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Mr. Cole presented REZ 03-25 Jetton Rd (Cashmere) located on the Northwest quadrant of Jetton Rd Ext/Bethel
Chu
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Mon Jul 13, 2026
Planning Board/Board of Adjustment
Planning Board to consider rezoning for Old Statesville Road
The Planning Board and Board of Adjustment will consider a rezoning request and two text amendments. These items involve property use and dimensional standards for lots.
- REZ 06-25 Old Statesville Road
- TA 03-25 Double Frontage Lots and Dimensional Standards
- TA-02 25 Revisions to Restaurant, Brewpub Use and Other ABC Establishments
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PLANNING BOARD/BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
September 8, 2025
Agenda
1. CALL TO ORDER-6:30 p.m.
2. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Approval of August 11, 2025 Meeting Minutes
5. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
A. REZ 06-25 Old Statesville Road
B. TA 03-25 Double Frontage Lots and Dimensional Standards
C. TA-02 25 Revisions to Restaurant, Brewpub Use and Other ABC Establishments
6. OLD BUSINESS
7. NEW BUSINESS
8. NEXT MEETING
9. ADJOURNMENT
RULES FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS AND HEARINGS
Please sign up to speak before the meeting on the sign-up sheet located near the entrance to the board room.
Please be aware that all meetings of the Planning Board are recorded and streamed live on the internet.
Provide your name and address before you begin your comments.
Comments are limited to 4 minutes.
Comments are to be directed to the entire Board and not to individuals.
You may yield your comments to another speaker present at the meeting so that one speaker may address the board for up to 8 minutes.
A designated spokesperson for a group of three or more may be allocated 10 minutes to speak. At least three members of the group must be present and names and addresses of those members present must be submitted to the Admin
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TOWN OF CORNELIUS PLANNING BOARD MEETING
Assembly Room
September 8, 2025
6:30 p.m.
Members Present Members Absent Staff Present
Colin Furcht Michael Buttner Rox Burhans, Planning Director
Phil Bechtold Rechelle Ward, Administrative Assistant
Fred Westaway
Travis Jullian
Ava Callender
Mamie Lee
Rachel Bernard
Bill Sykes
VISITORS
Matt Gallagher, Blue Heel Development
Nolan Groce, Urban Design Partners
DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
Chair Bechtold called the Planning Board meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. and noted a quorum was present. All
members will be voting. Chair Bechtold identified the members voting tonight: Colin Furcht, Travis Jullian, Phil
Bechtold, Bill Sykes, Ava Callender, Mamie Lee, Rachel Bernard, and Fred Westaway.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Chair Bechtold entertained a motion to approve the minutes from the August 8, 2025, meeting. Mr. Westaway
made a motion to approve, and Ms. Lee seconded. All were in favor and the motion was approved.
In Favor: Mr. Bechtold, Mr. Westaway, Mr. Jullian, Ms. Bernard Opposed: None
Mr. Furcht, Ms. Callender, Ms. Lee, and Mr. Sykes
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
REZ 06-25 Old Statesville Road
Chair Bechtold recognized Mr. Burhans and asked if he was ready to present REZ 06-25 Old Statesville Road.
Mr. Burhans presented REZ 06-25 Old Statesville Road, an 8.25 8.25-acre site (3 parcels) located on the West side
of Old Statesville Rd, south of Washam-Potts Rd.
Request is for Rezoning from Neigh
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Mon Jul 13, 2026
Planning Board/Board of Adjustment
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PLANNING BOARD/BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
July 8, 2025
Agenda
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Approval of Minutes
5. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
A. REZ 04-25 Aftonshire Homes
B. REZ 05-25 Cornelius History Museum
6. NEW BUSINESS
7. NEXT MEETING - August 11, 2025
8. ADJOURNMENT
RULES FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS AND HEARINGS
Please sign up to speak before the meeting on the sign-up sheet located near the entrance to the board room.
Please be aware that all meetings of the Planning Board are recorded and streamed live on the internet.
Provide your name and address before you begin your comments.
Comments are limited to 4 minutes.
Comments are to be directed to the entire Board and not to individuals.
You may yield your comments to another speaker present at the meeting so that one speaker may address the board for up to 8 minutes.
A designated spokesperson for a group of three or more may be allocated 10 minutes to speak. At least three members of the group must be present and names and addresses of those members present must be submitted to the Administrative Assistant before the meeting begins.
Presentations by applicants seeking to rezone property are limited to 10 minutes. (Staff present
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Minutes
TOWN OF CORNELIUS PLANNING BOARD MEETING
Assembly Room
July 8, 2025
6:30 p.m.
Members Present Members Absent Staff Present
Colin Furcht Mamie Lee Rox Burhans, Planning Director
Bill Sykes Rachel Bernard David Cole, Assistant Planning Director
Phil Bechtold Aaron Tucker, Senior Planner
Fred Westaway Tuyen Truong, Planner 1
Travis Jullian Rechelle Ward, Administrative Assistant
Ava Callender
Michael Buttner
VISITORS
Martin Kerr
Kim Sherrill
Val Whitfield
Paul Newton
DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
Chair Bechtold called the Planning Board meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. and noted a quorum was present. All
members will be voting. Chair Bechtold identified the members voting tonight: Colin Furcht, Travis Jullian, Michael
Buttner, Phil Bechtold, Bill Sykes, Ava Callender, and Fred Westaway.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Chair Bechtold entertained a motion to approve the minutes from the June 9, 2025, meeting. Mr. Westaway made
a motion to approve, and Mr. Sykes seconded. All were in favor and the motion was approved.
In Favor: Mr. Bechtold, Mr. Westaway, Mr. Buttner, Mr. Jullian Opposed: None
Mr. Furcht, Ms. Callender, and Mr. Sykes
Planning Board Meeting
July 8, 2025
Page 2 of 7
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
REZ 04-25 Aftonshire Homes
Chair Bechtold recognized Mr. Tucker if he was ready to present REZ 04-25 Aftonshire Homes.
Mr. Tucker presented REZ 04-25 Aftonshire Homes, a 0.349 acre parcel located behind Oak Str
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Mon Jul 13, 2026
Planning Board/Board of Adjustment
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PLANNING BOARD/BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
August 11, 2025
Agenda
1. CALL TO ORDER-5:00 p.m.
2. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Approval of Minutes
5. OLD BUSINESS
6. NEW BUSINESS
A. Planning Board Workshop
7. NEXT MEETING - September 8, 2025
8. ADJOURNMENT
RULES FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS AND HEARINGS
Please sign up to speak before the meeting on the sign-up sheet located near the entrance to the board room.
Please be aware that all meetings of the Planning Board are recorded and streamed live on the internet.
Provide your name and address before you begin your comments.
Comments are limited to 4 minutes.
Comments are to be directed to the entire Board and not to individuals.
You may yield your comments to another speaker present at the meeting so that one speaker may address the board for up to 8 minutes.
A designated spokesperson for a group of three or more may be allocated 10 minutes to speak. At least three members of the group must be present and names and addresses of those members present must be submitted to the Administrative Assistant before the meeting begins.
Presentations by applicants seeking to rezone property are limited to 10 minutes. (Staff presentations and applicant time spent responding to questions from the Planning Board is not subject to the
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TOWN OF CORNELIUS PLANNING BOARD MEETING/WORKSHOP
Room 204
August 11, 2025
5:00 p.m.
Members Present Members Absent Staff Present
Colin Furcht Mamie Lee Rox Burhans, Planning Director
Bill Sykes Travis Jullian David Cole, Assistant Planning Director
Phil Bechtold Aaron Tucker, Senior Planner
Fred Westaway Tuyen Truong, Planner 1
Rachel Bernard Rechelle Ward, Administrative Assistant
Ava Callender
Michael Buttner
VISITORS
Visitors from Nantz Road community observed the workshop.
DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
Chair Bechtold called the Planning Board meeting to order at 5:15 p.m. and noted a quorum was present. Chair
Bechtold identified the members attending tonight: Colin Furcht, Rachel Bernard, Michael Buttner, Phil Bechtold,
Bill Sykes, Ava Callender, and Fred Westaway.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Chair Bechtold entertained a motion to approve the minutes from the July 14, 2025, meeting. Mr. Westaway
made a motion to approve, and Mr. Furcht seconded. All were in favor and the motion was approved.
In Favor: Mr. Bechtold, Mr. Westaway, Mr. Buttner, Ms. Bernard Opposed: None
Mr. Furcht, Ms. Callender, and Mr. Sykes
Planning Board Workshop
August 11, 2025
Page 2 of 4
Planning Board Workshop: Potential Text Amendment Topics
David Cole, Assistant Planning Director presented an overview of proposed text amendments to gather early
feedback on the changes before drafting the language. Topics included the following.
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Mon Jul 13, 2026
Planning Board/Board of Adjustment
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PLANNING BOARD/BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
October 13, 2025
Agenda
1. CALL TO ORDER - 6:30 PM
2. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Approval of Minutes
5. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
A. 2050 Downtown Master Plan
B. TA 04-25 Sign Standards
6. OLD BUSINESS
7. NEW BUSINESS
A. Code of Ethics for Advisory Boards Update
8. NEXT MEETING - November 10, 2025
9. ADJOURNMENT
RULES FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS AND HEARINGS
Please sign up to speak before the meeting on the sign-up sheet located near the entrance to the board room.
Please be aware that all meetings of the Planning Board are recorded and streamed live on the internet.
Provide your name and address before you begin your comments.
Comments are limited to 4 minutes.
Comments are to be directed to the entire Board and not to individuals.
You may yield your comments to another speaker present at the meeting so that one speaker may address the board for up to 8 minutes.
A designated spokesperson for a group of three or more may be allocated 10 minutes to speak. At least three members of the group must be present and names and addresses of those members present must be submitted to the Administrative Assistant before the meeting begins.
Presentations by applicants seeking to rezone pr
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TOWN OF CORNELIUS PLANNING BOARD MEETING
Assembly Room
October 13, 2025
6:30 p.m.
Members Present Staff Present
Colin Furcht Rox Burhans, Planning Director
Phil Bechtold David Cole, Assistant Planning Director
Fred Westaway Rechelle Ward, Administrative Assistant
Travis Jullian
Ava Callender
Michael Buttner
Mamie Lee
Bill Sykes
Rachel Bernard
VISITORS
Kyle Baugh- Kimley-Horn Consulting
Steve Blakely- Kimley-Horn Consulting
DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
Chair Bechtold called the Planning Board meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. and noted a quorum was present. All
members will be voting. Chair Bechtold identified the members voting tonight: Colin Furcht, Travis Jullian, Phil
Bechtold, Bill Sykes, Ava Callender, Mamie Lee, Rachel Bernard, Michael Buttner, and Fred Westaway.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Chair Bechtold entertained a motion to approve the minutes from the September 8, 2025, meeting. Mr. Westaway
made a motion to approve, and Mr. Furcht seconded. All were in favor and the motion was approved.
In Favor: Mr. Bechtold, Mr. Westaway, Mr. Jullian, Ms. Bernard Opposed: None
Mr. Furcht, Ms. Callender, Ms. Lee, Mr. Buttner, and Mr. Sykes
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
2050 Downtown Master Plan
Chair Bechtold recognized Mr. Burhans and asked if he was ready to present the 2050 Downtown Master Plan.
Mr. Burhans provided an introduction for the Kimley-Horn Consulting firm.
Kyle Baugh introduced himself and presented the 2050 Downtown Master P
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Mon Jul 13, 2026
Planning Board/Board of Adjustment
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PLANNING BOARD/BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
June 8, 2026
Agenda
1. CALL TO ORDER - 6:00 PM
2. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Approval of Minutes
5. PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
6. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
A. REZ 04-26 19701 Bethel Church Rd
B. REZ 02-25 Nantz Road (Sunset Cove)- WITHDRAWN BY APPLICANT
7. OLD BUSINESS
8. NEW BUSINESS
9. NEXT MEETING - July 13, 2026
10. ADJOURNMENT
RULES FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS AND HEARINGS
Please sign up to speak before the meeting on the sign-up sheet located near the entrance to the board room.
Please be aware that all meetings of the Planning Board are recorded and streamed live on the internet.
Provide your name and address before you begin your comments.
Comments are limited to 4 minutes.
Comments are to be directed to the entire Board and not to individuals.
You may yield your comments to another speaker present at the meeting so that one speaker may address the board for up to 8 minutes.
A designated spokesperson for a group of three or more may be allocated 10 minutes to speak. At least three members of the group must be present and names and addresses of those members present must be submitted to the Administrative Assistant before the meeting begins.
Pre
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TOWN OF CORNELIUS PLANNING BOARD MEETING
Assembly Room
June 8, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Members Present Absent Member Staff Present
Fred Westaway Mamie Lee Rox Burhans, Planning Director
Ava Callender Todd Little David Cole, Assistant Planning Director
Brett Hart Phil Bechtold Rechelle Ward, Administrative Assistant
Keith Eicher
Andy Upchurch
Travis Jullian
VISITORS
Alexandria Inthavanh
DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
Vice Chair Westaway announced that the following members would be voting: Ava Callender, Fred Westaway, Andy
Upchurch, Brett Hart, Keith Eckler, and Travis Julian. The Chair noted that there would be a slight variation in the
voting membership when the Board convened as the Board of Adjustment.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Those in attendance recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
Vice Chair Westaway noted for the record that the Sunset Cove petition would not be brought before the Planning
Board at this meeting. No further public hearing business was conducted under this item.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Vice Chair Westaway entertained a motion to approve the minutes from the May 11, 2026, meeting. Mr. Eicher
made a motion to approve, and Mr. Hart seconded. All were in favor, and the motion was approved.
In Favor: Ms. Callender, Mr. Eicher, Mr. Hart, Opposed: None
Mr. Upchurch, Mr. Jullian, and Mr. Westaway
Planning Board Meeting
June 8, 2026
Page 2 of 5
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
A. REZ 04-26 19701 Bethel Church Rd
Vice Chair West
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Fri Jun 5, 2026
Board of Commissioners
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
April 6, 2026
Agenda
PRE-MEETING - 4:00PM
Closed Session Pursuant to NCGS 143-318.11(a)(3)
Agenda Review
Commissioners Discussion
REGULAR MEETING - 6:00PM
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
4. MOMENT OF SILENCE AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5. TOWN RECOGNITION
A. Mayor's Outstanding Citizen Award
6. CITIZEN CONCERNS/COMMENTS
7. REPORTS
8. TRANSPORTATION DISCUSSION
9. MAYORAL PROCLAMATIONS
A. National Telecommunicators Week
B. National Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week
10. PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
A. REZ 01-26 20219 N. Main Street, Aspirational Adventures, LLC
B. Resolution of Support for Stormwater Rate Increase
11. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
A. Eligibility Guidelines for Affordable Housing Funding
B. Resolution for Donation of Property for Affordable Housing
C. Contribution Agreement for Parcel #00518133 or 19709 S. Ferry Street
D. Contribution Agreement for Parcel #00518222 or 19613 South Hill Street
E. Motorola Contract
F. Resolution and Interlocal Agreement with Charlotte Water - Smithville Construction Project
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Board of Commissioners
April 6, 2026
Minutes
PRE-MEETING – 4:00PM
Mayor Bilodeau called the pre-meeting to order at 4:07PM with all commissioners present except for
Commissioner Sansbury who was out of town.
Closed Session Pursuant to NCGS 143-318.11(a)(3)
Mayor Bilodeau called for a motion to go into Closed Session pursuant to NCGS 143-
318.11(a)(3).
Commissioner Johnson moved to go into Closed Session at 4:07PM. Commissioner Osborne
seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously 4-0.
Upon return from Closed Session at, the Pre-meeting continued with the following:
Agenda Review
Manager Grant provided the Board with an overview of the 6:00PM meeting agenda items.
Commissioners Discussion
Commissioner Furcht asked Attorney Wolter for clarification regarding illicit discharge into Lake
Norman. Attorney Wolter stated that we are in the process of drafting an Ordinance for the town
to establish penalty fees for any entity that discharges waste into Lake Norman.
Commissioner Osborne asked about scheduling further conversations for the Downtown Master
Plan. Planning Director Burhans stated that the new draft from Kimley-Horn has been received
and is available on the town’s website. There are small group sessions being held, as well as two
open house sessions scheduled for Apr. 29
th and 30th at Town Hall (details are on the website).
Mayor Bilodeau announced the Antiquity HOA meeting being held on Apr. 15
t
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Fri Jun 5, 2026
Board of Commissioners
Board to hold public hearing on FY2027 Manager's Recommended Budget
The Board of Commissioners will review the FY2027 Manager's Recommended Budget and hold a public hearing on the matter. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding a rezoning request for the Cornelius Inn.
- Public hearing for FY2027 Manager's Recommended Budget
- Presentation on REZ 02-26 Cornelius Inn
- Transportation discussion
- Proclamations for National Police Week and Small Business Week
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
May 4, 2026
Agenda
PRE-MEETING - 4:30PM
Closed Session Pursuant to NCGS 143-318.11(a)(3)
Agenda Review
Commissioners Discussion
REGULAR MEETING - 6:00PM
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
4. MOMENT OF SILENCE AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5. CITIZEN CONCERNS/COMMENTS
6. REPORTS
7. TRANSPORTATION DISCUSSION
8. MAYORAL PROCLAMATIONS
A. National Police Week
B. Small Business Week
9. PRESENTATIONS AND PUBLIC COMMENT
A. REZ 02-26 Cornelius Inn
10. PRESENTATIONS
A. FY2027 Manager's Recommended Budget
11. PUBLIC HEARING
A. FY2027 Manager's Recommended Budget
12. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approve Regular Meeting Minutes - April 20th
13. COMMISSIONER CONCERNS
14. ADJOURNMENT
RULES FOR PUBLIC HEARINGS AND PUBLIC COMMENTS
Please sign up to speak before the meeting on the sign-up sheet located near the entrance to the board room.
Please be aware that all meetings of the Board of Commissioners are recorded and streamed live on the internet.
The Board will allocate up to 1 hour during each meeting to hear general Public Comments.
The Board will allocate up to 1 hour for each public hearing on the agenda.
Members of the Board wi
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05/04/26 Regular Meeting
Page 1
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
May 4, 2026
MINUTES
PRE-MEETING – 4:30PM
Mayor Bilodeau called the pre-meeting to order at 4:43PM with all commissioners present except for
Commissioner Sansbury who was out of town.
Closed Session Pursuant to NCGS 143-318.11(a)(3)
Mayor Bilodeau called for a motion to go into Closed Session pursuant to NCGS 143-
318.11(a)(3).
Commissioner Osborne made a motion to go into Closed Session at 4:43PM. Commissioner
Furcht seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously, 4-0.
Upon return from Closed Session at 5:11PM, the following items were discussed:
Agenda Review
Manager Grant provided an overview of the 6PM agenda items.
Commissioners Discussion
Mayor Bilodeau opened the floor for discussion. The Board discussed the upcoming FY27
budget to be presented by Manager Grant. Manager Grant provided a brief overview of the
presentation highlights related to the CIP, tax rate recommendation, and the upcoming Fund
Balance “cliff”.
Mayor Bilodeau announced that he had been contacted by a group wishing to acknowledge the
35
th anniversary of the CMS bus wreck that happened on May 17, 1991, and asked the Board
for some feedback on providing a Proclamation and/or some type of memorial plate to honor
those who were impacted. The Board consensus was to check with the family members first to
see what their wishes were before determining how to move forward.
Commissioner Furcht
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Board of Commissioners
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
April 20, 2026
Agenda
PRE-MEETING - 3:30PM
FY27 Budget Workshop
Agenda Review
Commissioners Discussion
REGULAR MEETING - 6:00PM
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
4. MOMENT OF SILENCE AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5. EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION
A. Recognize Tyler Beardsley's Years of Service
6. SPORTS RECOGNITION
A. Hough High School Huskies Football State Champions
B. Hough High School Huskies Wrestling State Champions
7. CITIZEN CONCERNS/COMMENTS
8. REPORTS
9. TRANSPORTATION DISCUSSION
A. Transportation Advisory Board Quarterly Update
10. PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
A. REZ 07-25 Westmoreland Healthcare Facility
B. REZ 08-25 Holiday Lane Healthcare Facility
11. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
A. North Carolina Municipal Power Agency 1 - Project Power Sales Agreement and Supplemental Power Sales Agreement
B. Interlocal Agreement with CRTPO for Funding to Study the Intersection of Bailey Road/NC 115
C. MTC Interlocal Agreement Termination
12. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Tax Refunds
B. Approve Regular Meeting Minutes
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04/20/26 Regular Meeting
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
April 20, 2026
MINUTES
PRE-MEETING - 3:30PM
Mayor Bilodeau called the pre-meeting to order at 3:39PM. All commissioners were present at the
meeting.
FY27 Budget Workshop
Manager Grant presented additional budget information related to the FY27 budget. The Board
discussed at length transportation project costs, the Fund Balance cliff, and the PAVE Act
transportation sales tax revenue that is forecasted to be received.
Agenda Review
Manager Grant provided a brief overview of the 6PM agenda items.
Commissioners Discussion
Manager Grant provided the Board with an update on the comprehensive MEDIC system study
and reviewed MEDIC-related recommendations he has provided to the Mecklenburg County
manager. He gave an overview of the primary recommendations and additional recommendations
for the County manager to consider.
Commissioner Johnson made a motion to adjourn the pre-meeting at 5:52PM. Commissioner Furcht
seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously, 5-0.
REGULAR MEETING - 6:00PM
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Bilodeau called the meeting to order at 6:04PM.
2. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
All commissioners were present at the meeting.
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Commissioner Johnson made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Commissioner
Carney seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously, 5-0.
4. MOMENT OF SILENCE AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Bilodeau led the
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Board of Commissioners
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
May 18, 2026
Agenda
PRE-MEETING - 5:00PM
Agenda Review
Commissioners Discussion
REGULAR MEETING - 6:00PM
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
4. MOMENT OF SILENCE AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5. CITIZEN CONCERNS/COMMENTS
6. REPORTS
7. TRANSPORTATION DISCUSSION
8. MAYORAL PROCLAMATIONS
A. Big Day at the Lake Proclamation
B. Anniversary of JM Alexander Middle School Bus Accident
9. PRESENTATIONS
A. Mecklenburg County Presentation on Lake Norman Water Quality and Illicit Discharges
10. PUBLIC HEARING
A. FY27 Manager's Recommended Budget - cont'd.
11. PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
A. REZ 03-26 Champion Tire Truck Parking Amendment
12. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
A. Award Vehicle Installment Financing
B. Resolution Opposing HB1089
C. Code of Ordinances Amendment - Title 5, Chapter 50 Electricity
D. Code of Ordinances Amendment - Title 9, Chapter 93 Parks and Recreation
E. R-2555B Deed for Highway Right of Way and Improvement Agreement
13. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approve Regular Meeting
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
May 18, 2026
MINUTES
PRE-MEETING - 5:00PM
Mayor Bilodeau called the meeting to order at 5:10PM. All commissioners were present at the Pre-
meeting.
Agenda Review
Manager Grant provided an overview of the 6PM agenda items. The Board discussed the
details of the NCDOT deeds for ROW and improvements agreement.
Commissioners Discussion
Mayor Bilodeau opened the floor for discussion on the proposed FY27 budget and suggested
not increasing the tax rate two pennies when Pave Act funds are still unknown. Some
commissioners expressed their concerns about raising the tax rate while others expressed their
concerns with not increasing the tax rate.
Commissioner Furcht made a motion to adjourn the pre-meeting at 6:01PM. Commissioner Carney
seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously, 5-0.
REGULAR MEETING - 6:00PM
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Bilodeau called the meeting to order at 6:06PM.
2. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
All commissioners were present at the meeting.
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Commissioner Osborne made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Commissioner
Furcht seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously, 5-0.
4. MOMENT OF SILENCE AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Bilodeau led the pledge after a moment of silence was observed.
5. CITIZEN CONCERNS/COMMENTS
Mayor Bilodeau invited the public to speak, and Town Clerk Lori Harrell called on the following
to speak:
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Fri May 29, 2026
Parks and Recreation Commission
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PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
May 7, 2026
Agenda
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
3. CITIZEN CONCERNS/COMMENTS
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. April 2026 Draft Minutes
5. PRESENTATIONS
A. Marketing & Downtown Events Update - Emily Halden
6. DIRECTOR'S REPORT
A. April 2026 Director's Report
7. COMMISSIONER RECOMMENDATIONS AND REPORTS
8. OLD BUSINESS
A. Parks & Recreation Goals & Committees
B. 2024 Park Bonds
C. Parks & Recreation Code of Ordinance Update
D. FY27 Budget Update
9. NEW BUSINESS
A. FY27 Facility Rental Fee Recommendation
B. July 2026 PRC Meeting Date
C. Joint PRC and Northern Towns Park Advisory Council Meeting
10. NEXT MEETING
11. ADJOURNMENT
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Thursday, May 7, 2026 2nd Floor – Room 203
5:30 – 7 p.m. www.cornelius.org/pr
MINUTES
1) Call to Order
• Chair Eustache called the meeting to order at 5:32 p.m.
2) Determination of Quorum
A quorum was reached with seven (7) commissioners in attendance.
• Commissioners Present: Chair Carla Eustache, Massiel Tavarez, Jon Show, Steve True, Robert Reed, and Chris
Kolkhorst
• Commissioners Absent: Lory Morrow, Vice-Chair Jana Ritter, and Travis Dancy
• Staff Present: Director Troy Fitzsimmons, Assistant Director Adam Abernathy, Recreation Superintendent
Michael Wolf, Marketing & Downtown Events Manager Emily Halden, and Executive Assistant Mary Curcione
3) Public Appearances – Citizen Concerns/Comments
4) Approval of Minutes
a) April 2026 Draft Minutes
• Commissioner Show made a motion to approve the minutes from the April 16, 2026, meeting as presented.
Commissioner True seconded, and the motion passed unanimously.
5) Presentations
a) Marketing & Downtown Events Update – Emily Halden
• Marketing & Downtown Events Manager Emily Halden presented an overview of the Department’s
marketing efforts, including social media growth, outreach strategies, future marketing goals,
departmental limitations, and ways commissioners can support promotion al efforts. Executive Assistant
Mary Curcione presented updates related to the Department’s monthly newsletter, highlighting increased
engagement, improved
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Thu Apr 30, 2026
Parks and Recreation Commission
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PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
April 16, 2026
Agenda
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
3. CITIZEN CONCERNS/COMMENTS
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. March 2026 Draft Minutes
5. PRESENTATIONS
A. 6-month Bailey Road Park Tennis Operator Update
B. 6-month Bailey Road Park Pickleball Operator Update
6. DIRECTOR'S REPORT
A. March 2026 Director's Report
7. COMMISSIONER RECOMMENDATIONS AND REPORTS
8. OLD BUSINESS
A. Parks & Recreation Commission Goals & Committees
B. 2024 Park Bonds
C. Parks & Recreation Code of Ordinance Update
D. FY27 Budget Update
9. NEW BUSINESS
10. NEXT MEETING
11. ADJOURNMENT
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Thursday, April 16, 2026 2nd Floor – Room 204
5:30 – 7 p.m. www.cornelius.org/pr
MINUTES
1) Call to Order
• Chair Eustache called the meeting to order at 5:32 p.m.
2) Determination of Quorum
A quorum was reached with seven (7) commissioners in attendance.
• Commissioners Present: Chair Carla Eustache, Massiel Tavarez, Jon Show, Steve True, Chris Kolkhorst, Vice -
Chair Jana Ritter, and Travis Dancy
• Commissioners Absent: Lory Morrow and Robert Reed
• Staff Present: Director Troy Fitzsimmons, Assistant Director Adam Abernathy , Recreation Superintendent
Michael Wolf and Executive Assistant Mary Curcione
3) Public Appearances – Citizen Concerns/Comments
4) Approval of Minutes
a) March 2026 Draft Minutes
• Commissioner True made a motion to approve the minutes from the March 5, 2026, meeting as
presented. Commissioner Show seconded, and the motion passed unanimously.
5) Presentations
a) 6-month Bailey Road Tennis Operator Update
• Recreation Superintendent Michael Wolf reported gradual growth in programming, participation, and
contact hours for Modern Strike during the first six months, with a strategic shift toward beginner and
youth programming due to existing player commitments. Upcoming efforts will focus on expanding
leagues, tournaments, and partnerships with the Lake Norman Tennis Association .
b) 6-month Bailey Road Pickleball Operator Update
• Recreation Superintendent Michael Wol
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Board of Commissioners
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
March 2, 2026
Agenda
PRE-MEETING - 4:00PM
Agenda Review
Commissioners Discussion
FY27 Budget Workshop
Federal Legislative Agenda
REGULAR MEETING - 6:00PM
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
4. MOMENT OF SILENCE AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5. MAYORAL PROCLAMATIONS
A. Hough High School Huskies Football State Champions
6. CITIZEN CONCERNS/COMMENTS
7. REPORTS
8. TRANSPORTATION DISCUSSION
9. PRESENTATIONS
A. FY26 Support Grant Report - Bags of Hope
10. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
A. Offer to Purchase and Contract of Sale, PID 007-531-01
B. FY26 Budget Amendment
C. NC Park & Recreation Trust Fund Grant Application Approval to Submit
D. Capital Project Ordinance Amendment- Bailey Road Park Tennis and Pickleball Complex
E. 2026 State Legislative Agenda
11. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approve Closed Session Minutes - Feb. 5th
B. Approve Regular Meeting Minutes - Feb. 16th
12. COMMISSIONER CONCERNS
13. CLOSED SESSION
A. Closed Session Pursuant to NCGS 143-318.11(a)(3)
14. ADJOURNMENT
RULES FOR PUBLIC HEARINGS AND PUBLIC COMMENTS
Please sign up to speak b
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
March 2, 2026
MINUTES
PRE-MEETING - 4:00PM
Mayor Bilodeau called the Pre-meeting to order at 4:05PM after a quorum was determined. All
commissioners were present.
Agenda Review
Manager Grant gave an overview of the 6PM agenda items.
Commissioners Discussion
Mayor Bilodeau stated that house committee discussions continue at the state level to
eliminate property tax. Commissioner Furcht asked what the State is suggesting the
replacement revenue be. Mayor Bilodeau stated that it could be payroll tax, sales tax, etc.
FY27 Budget Workshop
Manager Grant provided the Board with a summary of the PAVE Act sales tax revenue for
the Cornelius roadway system. He outlined the timing of sales tax, the estimated amount of
sales tax revenue projected, options for utilizing the sales tax revenue, funds that are
available to pay for Town matches, alternatives for solving the deficit, and road bond debt
service/capacity.
Manager Grant recommended the following for the Board to consider:
• Redirect $1,148,821 to FY27 budget to cover new recurring operating expenses.
• Deliver more projects by minimizing amount of future road bonds sold to maximize
sales tax capacity.
• Designate all FY27 and FY28 PAVE Act sales tax revenue toward Town match for
NCDOT projects.
• Apply General Fund fund balance (portion of undesignated funds) to accelerate new
projects with studies, conceptual design,
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Thu Apr 23, 2026
Board of Commissioners
Cornelius Board of Commissioners to discuss FY27 budget planning
The Board of Commissioners will meet to consider several contracts, board appointments, and a budget amendment. The meeting includes a planning session for FY27 budget operating goals and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) items.
- Mental Health Clinician Contract with Sante Group
- Electric Line Truck Purchase Contract
- FY26 Budget Amendment
- Transportation Advisory Board (TAB) Bylaws Amendment
- Advisory Board appointments for Planning Board, Architectural Review Board, Transportation Advisory Board, and Park Commission
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February 5, 2026
Agenda
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SPECIAL MEETING - 9:00AM
The special meeting will be held at the Cain Center for the Arts, 21348 Catawba Avenue, Cornelius
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. DETERMINATION OF A QUORUM
3. AGENDA REVIEW
4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
5. CITIZENS CONCERNS/COMMENTS
6. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
A. Transportation Advisory Board (TAB) Bylaws Amendment
B. Advisory Board Appointments for Planning Board, Architectural Review Board, Transportation Advisory Board and Park Commission
C. Mental Health Clinician Contract with Sante Group
D. FY26 Budget Amendment
E. Electric Line Truck Purchase Contract
7. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Tax Refunds
B. Approve Regular Meeting Minutes - Jan. 20th
8. CLOSED SESSION
A. Closed Session Pursuant to NCGS 143-318.11(a)(3)(5)
9. FY27 BUDGET PLANNING SESSION
A. FY27 Budget Operating Goals and CIP Items
10. ADJOURNMENT
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February 5, 2026
MINUTES
SPECIAL MEETING - 9:00AM
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Bilodeau called the special meeting to order at 9:03AM. He thanked the Cain Center for
hosting the meeting.
2. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
All commissioners were present at the meeting except for Commissioner Sansbury who arrived at
9:36AM.
3. AGENDA REVIEW
Manager Grant provided the Board with an overview of the agenda items to be considered.
4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Commissioner Osborne made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Commissioner
Furcht seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously, 4-0.
5. CITIZEN CONCERNS/COMMENTS
Mayor Bilodeau opened the floor for the public to speak. Town Clerk Lori Harrell reported that
there was no one present to speak.
6. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
A. Transportation Advisory Board (TAB) Bylaws Amendment
Planning Director gave an overview of the proposed TAB Bylaws update to increase the
membership from 8 members to 9 members. The expanded membership will help increase
expertise and improve the voting structure with an odd number of members. Commissioner
Osborne added that TAB is trying to identify specific needs when considering appointing
members and this new seat recommendation is for someone who represents walking and/or
biking as their main source of transportation. The other factor for consideration is someone
who can help with data as it’s collected
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Thu Apr 23, 2026
Board of Commissioners
Town to consider establishing a housing authority and approve various contracts.
The Cornelius Board of Commissioners will consider establishing a Housing Authority, approve operating and lease agreements with ElectriCities, and approve a Motorola Notice to Proceed. The meeting also includes a public hearing on affordable housing funding and amendments to the Lake Norman Social District.
- Resolution to establish a Housing Authority
- Eligibility Guidelines for Affordable Housing Funding
- Code of Ordinances Amendment to expand designated places of public entertainment
- Lake Norman Social District Amendment
- Operating and Lease Agreements with ElectriCities
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
March 16, 2026
Agenda
PRE-MEETING - 4:45PM
Agenda Review
Commissioners Discussion
Introduction of Mental Health Clinician
Asset Forfeiture
REGULAR MEETING - 6:00PM
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
4. MOMENT OF SILENCE AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5. CITIZEN CONCERNS/COMMENTS
6. TOWN RECOGNITIONS
A. Mayor's Outstanding Citizen Award
7. REPORTS
8. TRANSPORTATION DISCUSSION
9. PRESENTATIONS
A. FY26 Support Grant Report - North Carolina Youth Orchestra (NCYO)
10. PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
A. Resolution Establishing a Housing Authority
11. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
A. Eligibility Guidelines for Affordable Housing Funding
B. Code of Ordinances Amendment - Title 9, Chapter 92, Section 92.27(A) Expand Designated Places of Public Entertainment
C. Lake Norman Social District Amendment
D. Federal Legislative Agenda
E. Operating and Lease Agreements with ElectriCities
F. Motorola Notice to Proceed
12. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approve Regular Meeting Minutes - Mar. 2nd
B. Approve Closed Session Minutes - Mar. 2nd
13. COMMISSIONER CONCERNS
14. CLOSED SESSION
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
March 16, 2026
MINUTES
PRE-MEETING - 4:45PM
Mayor Bilodeau called the Pre-meeting to order at 4:48PM.
Agenda Review
Manager Grant gave an overview of the 6PM agenda.
The Board discussed Item 11A Eligibility Guidelines for Affordable Housing Funding at
length and agreed that additional time was needed to determine the project clause addressing
the “a
ffordability term must be LIHTC compliant or at least 50 years in duration”. It was
recommended that the item be pulled from the 6PM agenda.
Introduction of Mental Health Clinician
Chief Baucom introduced the new Mental Health Clinician Loleita Page and her supervisor
Rebecca Peacock. Ms. Page gave a brief overview of how and in what capacity she is
working with the police department to provide mental health services during 911-related
calls.
Commissioners Discussion
Mayor Bilodeau opened the floor for discussion.
Planning Director Burhans provided the Board with a recap of what has been heard by the
public regarding the Downtown Master Plan, the project timeline to date, and suggested
revisions to the plan.
The Board discussed the suggested revisions and how to effectively get the revised plan out
to the public for review before holding a new public hearing.
Asset Forfeiture
This item was moved to New Business during the 6PM meeting.
Commissioner Furcht made a motion to adjourn the Pre-meeting at 5:49PM. Commiss
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Thu Apr 23, 2026
Board of Commissioners
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
February 16, 2026
Agenda
PRE-MEETING - 4:45PM
Agenda Review
Commissioners Discussion
2026 North Carolina Legislative Agenda
REGULAR MEETING - 6:00PM
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
4. MOMENT OF SILENCE AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5. EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION
A. Employee Recognition of Efforts During Winter Storms
6. CITIZEN CONCERNS/COMMENTS
7. REPORTS
8. TRANSPORTATION DISCUSSION
9. PRESENTATIONS
A. Outgoing Parks and Recreation Commission Members Recognition of Service
B. Outgoing Transportation Advisory Board Member Recognition of Service
C. FY26 Support Grant Report - Ada Jenkins Center
D. FY26 Support Grant Report - Senior Community Connection
E. FY26 Support Grant Report - Smithville Community Coalition
F. FY26 Support Grant Report - YMCA
G. FY26 Operating Budget Support Grant Report - Lake Norman CDC
H. FY26 Operating Budget Support Grant Report - Cain Center for the Arts
10. PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
A. TA 01-26 Land Development Code New Structure
11. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL
A. Amendment to Noise Ordinance for Animals and Birds
B. Police Vehicles Purchas
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February 16, 2026
MINUTES
PRE-MEETING - 4:45PM
Mayor Bilodeau called the Pre-meeting to order at 4:51PM. All commissioners were present at the
meeting. Manager Grant was absent due to being sick.
Agenda Review
Deputy Manager Herron gave an overview of the 6PM agenda items.
Commissioners Discussion
Mayor Bilodeau opened the floor up for discussion to provide Manager Grant with some
guidance on preparing for the FY27 budget session. He suggested the following be included in
the FY27 budget retreat discussions:
• Discuss the recent push at the state level to eliminate property tax
• The next revaluation in 2027 at what that will looks like
• The $5.7M revenue from the 1-cent tax increase/$1M in Park Bonds/$330K for police
• Using cash vs. bonds
• Sales tax update from the League
• Review the past 3-5 years in surplus
• Mid-year expenditures review
Commissioner Furcht stated that he would reserve his feedback until he sees what will be
presented. He suggested getting the bottom-line number first. Commissioner Johnson agreed
with Commissioner Furcht and stated that it’s hard to have a discussion when you don’t know
what the numbers are and there needs to be a true number for surplus.
Commissioner Osborne stated that he would like to discuss year end contributions made to the
General Fund and what revenues look like for Cornelius with the new tax revenue.
Commissioner San
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Wed Mar 18, 2026
Parks and Recreation Commission
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PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
February 5, 2026
Agenda
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
3. CITIZEN CONCERNS/COMMENTS
A. Public Comment
B. Introduction of New Commissioners
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. January 2026 Draft Minutes
5. PRESENTATIONS
6. DIRECTOR'S REPORT
A. January 2026 Director's Report
7. COMMISSIONER RECOMMENDATIONS AND REPORTS
8. OLD BUSINESS
A. 2024 Park Bonds
9. NEW BUSINESS
A. Committee Assignments & Goals
B. FY27 Town Board Budget Planning Session Update
C. April 2 PRC Meeting
10. NEXT MEETING
11. ADJOURNMENT
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Parks & Recreation Commission (PRC) Cornelius Town Hall
Thursday, February 5, 2026 2nd Floor – Room 204
5:30 – 7 p.m. www.cornelius.org/pr
MINUTES
1) Call to Order
• Chair Eustache called the meeting to order at 5:31 p.m.
2) Determination of Quorum
A quorum was reached with six (6) commissioners in attendance.
• Commissioners Present: Chair Carla Eustache, Jon Show, Steve True, Chris Kolkhorst, Vice-Chair Jana Ritter, and
Travis Dancy
• Commissioners Absent: Lory Morrow, Massiel Tavarez, and Robert Reed
• Staff Present: Director Troy Fitzsimmons, Assistant Director Adam Abernathy, Recreation Superintendent
Michael Wolf, Marketing & Downtown Events Manager Emily Halden, and Executive Assistant Mary Curcione
3) Public Appearances – Citizen Concerns/Comments
a) Public Comment
b) Introduction of New Commissioners
• Chair Eustache introduced and welcomed newly appointed Commissioners Massiel Tavarez, Lory
Morrow, and Chris Kolkhorst to the Commission.
4) Approval of Minutes
a) January 2026 Draft Minutes
• Commissioner Show made a motion to approve the minutes from the January 12, 2026, meeting as
presented. Vice-Chair Ritter seconded, and the motion passed unanimously.
5) Presentations
6) Director’s Report
a) January 2026 Director’s Report
• Director Fitzsimmons presented the January 2026 Director’s Report, highlighting recent and upcoming
special events, programming updates, progress on the Bailey Road Park turf replacement, and key county
e
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PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
March 5, 2026
Agenda
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
3. CITIZEN CONCERNS/COMMENTS
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
5. PRESENTATIONS
6. DIRECTOR'S REPORT
A. February 2026 Director's Report
7. COMMISSIONER RECOMMENDATIONS AND REPORTS
8. OLD BUSINESS
A. 2024 Park Bonds
B. Parks & Recreation Code of Ordinance Update
9. NEW BUSINESS
A. PARTF Application Recommendation for Land Acquisition
B. Letter of Support to Rep. Moore for JV Washam Athletic Field Renovations
10. NEXT MEETING
A. April PRC Meeting - Rescheduled for April 16, 2026
11. ADJOURNMENT
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Parks & Recreation Commission (PRC) Cornelius Town Hall
Thursday, March 5, 2026 2nd Floor – Room 204
5:30 – 7 p.m. www.cornelius.org/pr
MINUTES
1) Call to Order
• Chair Eustache called the meeting to order at 5:33 p.m.
2) Determination of Quorum
A quorum was reached with all nine (9) commissioners in attendance.
• Commissioners Present: Chair Carla Eustache, Lory Morrow, Massiel Tavarez, Jon Show, Steve True, Robert
Reed, Chris Kolkhorst, Vice-Chair Jana Ritter, and Travis Dancy
• Staff Present: Director Troy Fitzsimmons, Assistant Director Adam Abernathy , and Executive Assistant Mary
Curcione
3) Public Appearances – Citizen Concerns/Comments
4) Approval of Minutes
a) February 2026 Draft Minutes
• Commissioner Kolkhorst made a motion to approve the minutes from the February 5, 2026, meeting as
presented. Commissioner Show seconded, and the motion passed unanimously.
5) Presentations
6) Director’s Report
a) February 2026 Director’s Report
• Director Fitzsimmons presented the February 2026 Director’s Report, providing updates on winter sports
participation, Camp Cornelius registration progress, recent and upcoming special events and programs,
and the ribbon-cutting for the Bailey Road Park multipurpose field turf replacement. He also encouraged
community participation in the Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan survey and interactive mapping process.
7) Parks & Recreation Commissioner Recommendations & Reports
a) Items to be placed on record
b) Com
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Parks & Recreation Commission (PRC)
Monday, January 12, 2026 Cornelius Town Hall
5:30 – 7 p.m. www.cornelius.org/pr
MINUTES
1) Call to Order
• Chair Fouche called the meeting to order at 5:31 p.m.
2) Determination of Quorum
A quorum was reached with six (6) commissioners in attendance.
• Commissioners Present: Vice-Chair Carla Eustache, Chair Trey Fouche, Jon Show, Steve True, Robert
Reed, and Jana Ritter
• Commissioners Absent: Andrew Heywood and Travis Dancy
• Staff Present: Director Troy Fitzsimmons, Assistant Director Adam Abernathy, Recreation
Superintendent Michael Wolf, and Executive Assistant Mary Curcione
• Partners Present: Pat Bowles – Director of Events, Charlotte Disc Golf Club
3) Public Appearances – Citizen Concerns/Comments
4) Approval of Minutes
a) December 2025 Draft Minutes
• Commissioner Show made a motion to approve the minutes from the December 4, 2025, meeting as
presented. Commissioner True seconded, and the motion passed unanimously.
5) Presentations
a) Charlotte Disc Golf Club – Pat Bowles
• Mr. Bowles provided an overview of the club’s history, volunteer structure, and partnership with the
Town, highlighting the popularity and use of the Bailey Road Park and Robbins Park disc golf courses.
The presentation included participation data, course changes due to infrastructure projects, and
ongoing fundraising efforts that support course maintenance, safety improvements, and facility
upgrades.
6) Director’s Report
a)
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Transportation Advisory Board
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January 6, 2026
Transportation Advisory Board
January 6, 2026
6:00 p.m.
ATTENDANCE
Members present Members Absent Staff Present
Jason Happe Wayne Herron
Lou Raymond Michael Case Tuyen Truong
Mayor Dennis Bilodeau
Lori Postman
Rick Rohr
Michael Osborne
Donna Galinsky
Danny Watson
Bob Bruton
Visitors
Chase Marshal
Mary Carr
Dave Mancuso
Jerry Kurtz
CALL TO ORDER AND DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
Chair Raymond called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and determined there was a quorum.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Commissioner Osborne suggest adding one additional item on agenda to talk about Town Board
priorities for TAB. All approved of the item being added to agenda.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The December 9th minutes were approved unanimously.
MEMBER REPORTS
Member reports were provided prior to the meeting in an email format. No additional
membership reports were discussed.
CITIZEN COMMENTS AND CONCERNS
Resident shared a comment about signals on Catawba intersection taking a long time to change.
Transportation Advisory Board
January 6, 2026
NEW BUSINESS
A. TAB Seat Vacancy Reminder
Mr. Herron informed Chairman Raymond’s time as Chairman has been served and the Town is
advertising the open position. Discussion ensues.
B. Education of How to Manuever the DDI
Mr. Herron noted that the DDI carries 28,000 vehicles per day which is about 8,000 over
capacity. This contributes to congestio
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Board of Commissioners
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
January 20, 2026
MINUTES
PRE-MEETING - 4:00PM
Mayor Bilodeau called the Pre-meeting to order at 4:06PM. All commissioners were present at the
meeting.
Agenda Review
Manager Grant gave an overview of the 6PM agenda items.
Commissioners Discussion
Mayor Bilodeau explained that the Board has had an opportunity to discuss the Downtown
Master Plan and have reached a consensus of what changes need to be made to the current
plan/map (long term/conceptual/near term).
Mayor Bilodeau reported that the Board consensus for the TAB priorities and process reporting
should be done on a quarterly basis unless something major needs to be addressed between
quarters.
Mayor Bilodeau shared with the Board that citizen Joe Vagnone has organized a Mayor’s
Advisory Board of business owners (30) that is not a town sanctioned advisory board. The
Commissioners expressed their concern with the naming of the advisory board as it would be
perceived as “town” sanctioned and might not convey the same vision as the Town Board.
Mayor Bilodeau stated that he would provide the Board with a list of business owners that are
participating in Mr. Vagnone’s advisory board.
FY27 Budget Workshop
Manager Grant displayed the FY26 CIP (Capital Improvement Projects) and operating goals.
Each department head gave a quick update on their items.
Chief Barbee presented the fire department’s 2025 Annual Metrics Rep
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Mon Feb 9, 2026
Board of Commissioners
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01/05/26 Regular Meeting
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
January 5, 2026
MINUTES
PRE-MEETING - 4:30PM
Mayor Bilodeau called the Pre-meeting to order at 4:36PM.
Agenda Review
Manager Grant provided an overview of the 6PM agenda items.
FY27 Budget-Parks and Rec Recap of Park Bond Projects
Parks Director Fitzsimmons introduced Parks Commissioners Trey Fouche and Carla
Eustache before he presented the 2024 GO Park Bonds sales and project prioritizations. He
highlighted the public input methods, the general recommendations received, potential bond
projects, and projected bond sale dates/amounts. Director Fitzsimmons outlined the bond sale
recommendations for Phases 1-3 (2026-2033). Manager Grant stated that if the Board was
comfortable with what has been presented, he recommended a FY26 budget amendment of
$430K for Phase 1 soft costs for consideration on Jan. 20
th. The Board consensus was to
agree with the recommendation.
The Board discussed land acquisitions, the timelines being presented, and reimbursements
back to the Town for upfront soft costs when bonds are sold.
Commissioner Furcht made a motion to adjourn the Pre-meeting at 5:28PM. Commissioner Carney
seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously, 5-0.
REGULAR MEETING - 6:00PM
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Bilodeau called the meeting to order at 6:00PM.
2. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
All commissioners were present at the meeting except for Commissioner Johnson who was out o
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Tue Jan 27, 2026
Parks and Recreation Commission
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Parks & Recreation Commission (PRC)
Thursday, December 4, 2025 Cornelius Town Hall
5:30 – 7 p.m. www.cornelius.org/pr
MINUTES
1) Call to Order
Chair Fouche called the meeting to order at 5:32 p.m.
2) Determination of Quorum
A quorum was reached with six (6) commissioners in attendance.
• Commissioners Present: Chair Trey Fouche, Jon Show, Steve True, Robert Reed, Andrew Heywood, and
Jana Ritter
• Commissioners Absent: Vice-Chair Carla Eustache, Jeff Jones, and Travis Dancy
• Staff Present: Director Troy Fitzsimmons, Assistant Director Adam Abernathy, Recreation Superintendent
Michael Wolf, and Executive Assistant Mary Curcione
3) Public Appearances – Citizen Concerns/Comments
4) Approval of Minutes
a) November 2025 Draft Minutes
Commissioner Show made a motion to approve the minutes from the November 6, 2025, meeting as
presented. Commissioner True seconded, and the motion passed unanimously.
5) Presentations
6) Director’s Report
a) November 2025 Director’s Report
Director Fitzsimmons presented updates on personnel changes, recent and upcoming special events, Bailey
Road Park turf replacement progress, and a statewide tennis award, along with a promotion of the FY27
Citizen Budget Survey. He also urged Commissioners to attend the upcoming Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan
Advisory Boards Meeting.
7) Parks & Recreation Commissioner Recommendations & Reports
a) Items to be placed on record
b) Commissioner Reports
• Vice-Chair Carla Eustache – A
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Mon Jan 12, 2026
Board of Commissioners
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12/15/25 Regular Meeting
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
December 15, 2025
MINUTES
PRE-MEETING - 4:00PM
Mayor Bilodeau called the Pre-meeting to order at 4:07PM.
Closed Session Pursuant to G.S. 143-318.11(5) PID #007-531-01
Mayor Bilodeau called for a motion to go into Closed Session pursuant to GS 143-318.11(5).
Commissioner Johnson made a motion to go into Closed Session. Commissioner Furcht
seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously, 5-0.
Upon return from Closed Session at 4:19PM, the following topics were discussed:
Organizational Discussion
Open Meetings Law – Attorney Wolter gave an overview of the open meetings law as a refresher
for the Board.
Budget Survey – Mayor Bilodeau suggested eliminating the 2nd phase of the budget survey and
the Board consensus agreed, as well as reassessing the number of surveys the town is asking its
citizens to participate in.
Budget Process Discussion – Mayor Bilodeau kicked off the discussion regarding at what level
the information should be presented to the Board. The Board discussed several options for
consideration to improve the efficiency of time during the retreat, and to focus on strategic
decisions.
Manager Grant summarized how the FY27 budget could be presented by having more strategic
planning time, establishing goals and strategies, such as, what do we mean by competitive
salaries. Talk about why we want to do things, such as, NFPA standards, improve traffic.
Establish s
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