Morrisville public meetings in 2023
33 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings and decide on a proposed major amendment to the Park West Village Mixed-Use Planned Development District (REZ 22-0012) and a proposed Master Sign Plan for the Spark development at 4877 McCrimmon Parkway. Both items are listed under old and new business with public comment.
- Proposed major amendment to the Park West Village Mixed-Use Planned Development District (REZ 22-0012)
- Proposed Master Sign Plan for the Spark development at 4877 McCrimmon Parkway (MSP-23-0003)
- Approval of November 9, 2023 meeting minutes
Town Council
The Morrisville Town Council is holding its regular meeting with a consent agenda that includes accepting a DOJ grant to fund a police detective for domestic violence cases, approving tax rebate reports, and appointing Planning and Zoning Board officers. The council will also swear in newly elected officials, select a Mayor Pro Tem, and appoint members to regional committees. A disc golf update is scheduled as an administrative report.
- Resolution accepting DOJ grant funding for a Police Department Detective (domestic violence investigator)
- Resolution approving Wake County Non-Cash Rebates, Tax Exemptions and Penalties Reports
- Resolution appointing Chair and Vice Chair for Planning and Zoning Board
- Resolution to unseal closed session minutes
- Oath of Office ceremony for newly elected officials Satish Garimella and Anne Robotti
Town Council
The Morrisville Town Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution authorizing an economic incentive grant agreement with Forge Battery, Inc. The council will also vote on consent agenda items, including the 2024 meeting schedule and additional PRCR positions, and receive presentations on various recognitions and a language access plan.
- Public hearing on economic incentive grant agreement with Forge Battery, Inc.
- Resolution authorizing additional PRCR positions
- Resolution accepting DOJ grant funding for a police detective (action Dec. 12)
- Recognition of Police Department accreditation
- Language Access Plan presentation
Town Council
The Morrisville Town Council will hold a public hearing and consider approving the Transit Oriented Development and Zoning Plan. The consent agenda includes a third amendment to the MOU with Wake County for a joint public works facility and an MOU for fire protection and equipment sharing. Presentations include the FY2023 audit and fund balance report.
- Public hearing and vote on Transit Oriented Development and Zoning Plan
- Third amendment to MOU with Wake County for joint public works facility/solid waste convenience center
- MOU authorizing fire protection and equipment sharing
- Resolution authorizing construction of Crabtree Creek Nature Park
- Proclamations for Lung Cancer Awareness Month, Small Business Saturday, and World Pancreatic Cancer Day
Planning and Zoning Board
The Morrisville Planning and Zoning Board will hold a work session with the Town Council and vote on two major rezoning items: the Town Center Phase I Main Street Planned Development and a major amendment to the Park West Village Mixed-Use Planned Development District. The board will also approve its 2024 meeting schedule and appoint a chair and vice chair.
- Town Center Phase I Main Street Planned Development rezoning (2023-359-0) — public hearing and action
- Major amendment to Park West Village Mixed-Use Planned Development District (REZ 22-0012) — public hearing
- Approval of 2024 Planning and Zoning Board meeting schedule
- 2024 chair and vice chair appointment nominations
Town Council
The Morrisville Town Council is holding a public hearing on the Transit Oriented Development and Zoning Plan, which could shape future development near transit. The council will also consider consent agenda items including FY24 first quarter budget amendments and fund balance re-appropriation, and will receive reports on the FY2024 first quarter finances and the Smart Shuttle's second year. Work sessions will discuss affordable housing implementation, including down payment assistance and land donation.
- Public hearing on Transit Oriented Development and Zoning Plan
- FY24 First Quarter Budget & Capital Project Ordinance Amendments
- Re-appropriation of Fund Balance from Prior Year 2023
- FY2024 First Quarter Financial Report
- Affordable Housing Plan Implementation - Down Payment Assistance & Land Donation
Planning and Zoning Board
The Morrisville Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing and consider a rezoning request for the Town Center Phase I Main Street Planned Development. The board will also approve minutes from the August 10, 2023 meeting and receive a planning newsletter.
- Public hearing on Town Center Phase I Main Street Planned Development rezoning (case 2023-359-0)
- Approval of August 10, 2023 meeting minutes
- Review of August-September 2023 Planning Newsletter
Town Council
The Morrisville Town Council will consider approving the Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) and Zoning Plan, a major land-use framework for areas near transit stations. The agenda also includes several proclamations (Fire Prevention Week, Domestic Violence Awareness Month, etc.) and a resolution to amend the Appointed Public Bodies Administrative Policy.
- Approval of the Transit Oriented Development and Zoning Plan (public hearing held Sept. 12, staff update Sept. 26, action Oct. 10)
- Resolution amending the Appointed Public Bodies Administrative Policy
- Proclamation recognizing Fire Prevention Week
- Proclamation recognizing Crime Prevention Month
- Proclamation recognizing Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Town Council
The Morrisville Town Council will consider several action items, including adopting bidder prequalification requirements for Crabtree Creek Nature Park and approving the Transit Oriented Development and Zoning Plan. The council will also receive updates on capital projects and personnel policy, and recognize retiring staff.
- Resolution granting utility and pipeline easement to Town of Cary
- Community Garden lease renewal
- Western Wake Farmers Market lease renewal
- Approval of Transit Oriented Development and Zoning Plan
- Economic Development Strategy update and discussion
Town Council
The Morrisville Town Council will hold a public hearing and consider approval of a Transit Oriented Development and Zoning Plan for 123 Marcom Drive. They will also vote on a UDO text amendment for EV parking requirements and discuss lease renewals for a community garden and the Western Wake Farmers Market.
- Public hearing and action on the Transit Oriented Development and Zoning Plan (2023-296-0)
- Action on a UDO text amendment for electric vehicle parking (2023-217-0)
- Resolution authorizing purchase of real property at 123 Marcom Drive (2023-341-0)
- Lease renewal for the Community Garden (2023-338-0)
- Lease renewal for the Western Wake Farmers Market (2023-339-0)
Town Council
The Morrisville Town Council will hold a work session to discuss amenity options for the Town Green, presented by the deputy town manager and development partners. Council members will also hold a roundtable on staff appreciation, a 5K event, disc golf, and senior transportation. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss a personnel matter.
- Town Green amenity options presented by Deputy Town Manager Brandon Zuidema, Singh Development LLC, and Clearscapes
- Roundtable items: MPT Johnson-Staff Appreciation, CM Fender-5K, Mayor Cawley-Disc Golf, Mayor Cawley-Senior Transportation
- Closed session under N.C.G.S. 143.318.11(a)(6) to discuss personnel (Nate Mayer, Assistant HR Director)
Town Council
The Morrisville Town Council will consider adopting an Affordable Housing Development Incentive Policy and authorizing street acceptances for two subdivisions. The meeting also includes a dog park concept design update and a small business program update. A closed session is scheduled for personnel matters.
- Resolution adopting an Affordable Housing Development Incentive Policy
- Resolution authorizing street acceptance for Thornebury at Town Hall Subdivision
- Resolution authorizing street acceptance for Wake Competition Center-South
- Franklin Upchurch Senior Street Dog Park concept design update
- Morrisville Means Business small business program update
Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning and Zoning Board will consider approving the Transit Oriented Development and Zoning Plan, a new policy framework for development near transit. The meeting also includes adoption of previous minutes and public comment.
- Approval of the Transit Oriented Development and Zoning Plan (Resolution 2023-296-0)
- Approval of June 8, 2023 meeting minutes
Town Council
The agenda includes a work session on Phase 2 of the Affordable Housing Plan Implementation, featuring a draft incentive policy guide and a public employee housing choice program design. The council will also consider a consent agenda item authorizing an encroachment and indemnity agreement with Wake County for Crabtree Creek Nature Park. Several proclamations and administrative reports are scheduled, along with closed sessions for economic development and personnel matters.
- Resolution authorizing encroachment and indemnity agreement with Wake County for Crabtree Creek Nature Park (consent agenda)
- Work session on Affordable Housing Plan Implementation Phase 2, including draft incentive policy guide and public employee housing program design
- Proclamation recognizing S'Morrisville
- Proclamation recognizing India Independence Day
- Closed session to discuss economic development (N.C.G.S. 143-318.11(a)(4))
Town Council
The Morrisville Town Council will vote on several consent agenda items, including a fee schedule amendment for murals, a budget ordinance amendment, a landscape maintenance agreement for Louis Stephens Drive, and street acceptance for J. Morris Commons Lane. They will also hold a public hearing and vote on a UDO text amendment for EV parking. Work sessions will cover affordable housing plan implementation and a Town Center development agreement.
- Resolution amending FY2024 User Fee Schedule for Murals
- Budget Ordinance Amendment re-appropriating fund balance from prior year 2023
- Resolution authorizing NCDOT landscape maintenance agreement for Louis Stephens Drive
- Resolution authorizing street acceptance for J. Morris Commons Lane
- UDO text amendment for EV parking (public hearing and action)
Town Council
The council will vote on closing a capital project for the Crabtree Hatcher Creek Greenway and will hold a public hearing on proposed zoning changes for EV parking. A work session will include discussion of an electric bike rebate program and a mobile stage.
- Public hearing on UDO text amendment for EV parking requirements
- Capital project ordinance to close Crabtree Hatcher Creek Greenway
- Appointment to Summer Advisory Committee
- Resolution to update the Advisory Committee application process
- Work session topics: electric bike rebate program, mobile stage, reduced MAFC membership rate for WC employees
Town Council
The Town Council will review a proposed zoning map amendment for 900 and 1000 Perimeter Park Drive. The meeting also includes discussions on energy audit results, capital projects, and a resolution opposing House Bill 893.
- Zoning map amendment for 900 and 1000 Perimeter Park Drive
- Resolution opposing House Bill 893 regarding private commercial building inspections
- Resolution acknowledging NCGHSP grant requirements
- Resolution authorizing electronic advertisement for formal bid solicitation
- Quarterly capital projects update
Town Council
The Morrisville Town Council will hold a public hearing and vote on annexing property at 220 Holdford Court, and will discuss a proposed second extension of a memorandum of understanding and a pre-development agreement for the Town Center project with Singh Development LLC. The council will also receive the FY2023 third quarter financial report and a preview of the FY2024 budget. Several routine items are on the consent agenda, including approval of prior meeting minutes and resolutions on purchasing thresholds and a regional council charter amendment.
- Public hearing and action on annexation of 220 Holdford Court, northeast of Morrisville Carpenter Road and Sears Ridge Lane
- Resolution authorizing an increase in the micro-purchase threshold
- Resolution ratifying amended charter of Central Pines Regional Council (formerly Triangle J Council of Governments)
- FY2023 third quarter financial report
- FY2024 budget preview
Planning and Zoning Board
The Morrisville Planning and Zoning Board is meeting to consider a proposed Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) text amendment regarding murals, which is listed under new business with public comment. The board will also approve minutes from the February 9, 2023 meeting and hear public comment. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, pledge, and staff comments.
- Proposed UDO text amendment on murals (Mural 2023-141-0)
- Ordinance approving UDO text amendment on murals (2023-141-0)
- Approval of February 9, 2023 PZB meeting minutes
- Planning newsletter for February-March 2023
Town Council
The Morrisville Town Council will hold public hearings and vote on several action items, including a master sign plan for Wake Technical Community College's RTP campus, annexation of a property at 220 Holdford Court, and contracts for Church Street Park southern lot and Shiloh Park construction. The meeting also includes updates on basketball courts, esports, disc golf, and a presentation on a Western Corridor rapid bus extension study.
- Public hearing and action on proposed Master Sign Plan for Wake Tech RTP Campus at 433 Knowledge Drive
- Annexation of property at 220 Holdford Court, northeast of Morrisville Carpenter Road and Sears Ridge Lane
- Resolution authorizing Phase 2B Design-Build for Church Street Park Southern Lot
- Resolution authorizing Shiloh Park construction contract
- Proclamation recognizing Earth Day
Town Council
The Morrisville Town Council is holding a work session to discuss, not vote on, three items: the advisory committee application and appointment process, an advisory committee workplan, and the FY2024 budget and capital improvements outlook. No formal decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion and review.
- Review of advisory committee application and appointment process, including proposed redlined and clean versions of the application
- Review of advisory committee workplan
- FY2024 budget and capital improvements outlook, including debt modeling scenarios
Town Council
The Morrisville Town Council is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing on a proposed master sign plan for the Wake Technical Community College RTP Campus at 433 Knowledge Drive. The council will also consider authorizing a design-build contract for Phase 2B of the Church Street Park Southern Lot. Work sessions will cover affordable housing plan implementation and transit-oriented development zoning. The meeting includes proclamations, recognitions, and a closed session on economic development.
- Public hearing on Master Sign Plan for Wake Tech RTP Campus at 433 Knowledge Drive (MSP-22-1)
- Resolution authorizing Phase 2B design-build for Church Street Park Southern Lot
- Proclamation recognizing Child Abuse Awareness Month
- Proclamation recognizing Girl Scout Week
- Retirement recognition of Lieutenant E.J. Hanks from Morrisville Police Department
Town Council
The Morrisville Town Council is holding its regular meeting on March 14, 2023, with several action items. The most consequential item is a vote on a proposed zoning map amendment for Duke Energy at 940 Morrisville Carpenter Road, which has been continued from previous meetings. The council will also consider consent agenda items including stormwater agreements, street acceptances, and an ADA transition plan, plus updates to the town code of ordinances and a capital project ordinance for Church Street Park.
- Vote on rezoning for Duke Energy at 940 Morrisville Carpenter Road (REZ-22-0010)
- Stormwater Control Measure Agreement for 1011/1021 Harris Mill Road
- Resolution adopting ADA Transition Plan for pedestrian facilities
- Street acceptance resolutions for Myers Point and Mason Farms subdivisions
- Resolution and Capital Project Ordinance Amendment for Church Street Park Southern Lot Phase 2B design-build
Town Council
The Morrisville Town Council is holding a work session to discuss capital improvement project (CIP) prioritization results, presented by Fiscal Recovery Officer Michael James, and to review roundtable tracking updates from February 2023. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists of discussion items only.
- CIP prioritization results presentation and report
- Roundtable tracking update for February 2023
- Two roundtable staff reports attached for review
Town Council
The Morrisville Town Council will hold a public hearing and take action on a proposed zoning map amendment for Duke Energy at 940 Morrisville Carpenter Road, which has been continued from previous meetings. The council will also hear briefings on an ADA transition plan, a stormwater agreement, and a town code update, with actions scheduled for a later meeting. Several consent agenda items, including committee appointments and a police sidearm resolution, are scheduled for approval.
- Public hearing and action on Duke Energy rezoning (REZ-22-0010) at 940 Morrisville Carpenter Road
- Resolution authorizing police chief to award a service sidearm
- Church Street Park Southern Lot avigation easement agreement approval
- Small business outreach survey results presentation
- Morrisville Smart Shuttle first year of operation review
Town Council
The Morrisville Town Council will hold a public hearing and consider a proposed zoning map amendment for Duke Energy at 940 Morrisville Carpenter Road (REZ-22-0010), which has been continued from previous meetings. The council will also appoint advisory committee members, receive a presentation on a town code of ordinances update, and enter closed session for economic development and attorney-client matters.
- Public hearing and action on zoning map amendment for Duke Energy at 940 Morrisville Carpenter Road (REZ-22-0010)
- Resolution appointing advisory committee members (Winter)
- Presentation on Town Code of Ordinances update (action scheduled for March 14)
- Closed session for economic development and attorney-client privilege
Planning and Zoning Board
The Morrisville Planning and Zoning Board will consider a proposed master sign plan for the Wake Technical Community College RTP campus at 433 Knowledge Drive, and will hold a work session on transit-oriented development and zoning with consultant Houseal-Lavigne. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and public comment.
- Proposed Master Sign Plan for Wake Tech RTP Campus at 433 Knowledge Drive (MSP-22-1)
- Work session on Transit Oriented Development & Zoning Plan with Houseal-Lavigne
- Approval of December 8, 2022 meeting minutes
Morrisville Fire Chief Nathan Lozinsky Swearing-in Ceremony
This is a ceremonial agenda for the swearing-in of Nathan Lozinsky as Morrisville Fire Chief. The event includes introductions, remarks, the oath of office, and a badge pinning, followed by a reception. No policy decisions or business items are scheduled.
- Oath of office administered by Town Clerk Eric Smith
- Badge pinning by Battalion Chief Scott Criddle
- Remarks by Mayor TJ Cawley and Town Manager Martha Paige
Town Council
The Morrisville Town Council is holding its annual winter retreat to discuss and brainstorm the upcoming budget, including engagement strategies, future needs and obligations, and the Capital Improvement Program (CIP). The meeting is a working session with no formal votes or public hearings scheduled.
- Budget brainstorming session
- Budget engagement strategies discussion
- Budget future needs and obligations review
- Capital Improvement Program (CIP) prioritization
Town Council
The Morrisville Town Council is holding its annual winter retreat to discuss budget capacity and philosophy, including property taxes, solid waste fees, fund balances, reserves, and use of remaining ARPA funds. The council will also discuss economic development based on a survey memo. This is a discussion-only meeting with no formal votes or public hearings.
- Discussion of budget capacity and philosophy
- Property taxes and solid waste fee considerations
- Fund balance, reserves, and use of remaining ARPA funds
- Economic development discussion based on survey memo
Town Council
This is a procedural work session agenda with no specific decisions or proposals listed. The council will hear department presentations and discuss preparation for the following day's business. No concrete action items, dollar amounts, or public hearings are included.
- Department presentations
- Wrap-up and next-day preparation
Town Council
The Morrisville Town Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed zoning map amendment for Duke Energy at 940 Morrisville Carpenter Road, with action scheduled for a later date. The council will also consider consent agenda items including budget amendments, a FEMA grant application, and meeting minutes, and receive administrative reports on sustainability, finances, and committee recruitment.
- Public hearing on rezoning for Duke Energy at 940 Morrisville Carpenter Road (REZ-22-0010)
- FY23 Quarterly Budget/Capital Project Ordinance Amendments
- Resolution authorizing FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant application
- FY2023 2nd Quarter Financial and Mid-Year Budget Report
- Proclamations for Black History Month and Health for Humanity Yogathon
Town Council
The Morrisville Town Council is holding a regular meeting with several action items, including a resolution supporting a grant application for a paved trails and sidewalks feasibility study, public hearings on floodplain management text amendments and a Duke Energy zoning map amendment, and proclamations for the Year of the Trail and National Mentoring Month. The council will also receive a quarterly capital projects update and recognize a police officer for his service.
- Resolution of support for NCDOT Paved Trails and Sidewalk Feasibility Study Grant application
- Public hearing on UDO text amendments related to floodplain management
- Public hearing on zoning map amendment for Duke Energy at 940 Morrisville Carpenter Road (REZ-22-0010)
- Proclamation recognizing 2023 Year of the Trail
- Proclamation recognizing National Mentoring Month