Harrisburg public meetings in 2023
37 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will conduct a public hearing regarding an appeal of an administrative decision. The agenda includes a consent agenda and potential new or old business.
- Public hearing for H-2023-01-A: Courtyards at Robinson Church - Appeal of Administrative Decision
Parks and Recreation Board
The board will review the Parks & Recreation Master Plan update and receive department updates from Director Jim Spina. The agenda also includes a presentation by the Harrisburg Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee.
- Parks & Recreation Master Plan update
- Harrisburg Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee presentation
- Department updates from Parks and Recreation Director Jim Spina
Planning and Zoning
The Planning and Zoning Board will discuss two Unified Development Ordinance text amendments. One proposal expands separation requirements for tobacco stores, vapor shops, electronic gaming establishments, and CBD/hemp retail. Another addresses regulations for food trucks and other temporary uses.
- H-2023-03 TA: Expanding separation requirements for tobacco stores, vapor shops, and CBD/hemp retail
- H-2023-04 TA: Amendments regarding food trucks and other temporary uses
Town Council
The Town Council will consider a development agreement for Iley Meadows with DRB Group, LLC. The agenda also includes several budget amendments and the surpusing of town equipment.
- Adoption of Iley Meadows Development Agreement with DRB Group, LLC
- Public hearing for Town's Water Shortage Response Plan Update
- Surplus of Freightliner Brush Truck and CAT 308E2 Excavator
- Contract to upgrade Fire SCBA Cascade System Capital Purchase
- Budget amendment for sod for Harrisburg Park Fields
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will meet to conduct business including the adoption of the September 5, 2023, meeting minutes. The agenda also includes board training regarding administrative appeals.
- Approval of September 5, 2023, meeting minutes
- Board Training - Administrative Appeals
Planning and Zoning
The Board will consider two proposed text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO). These items involve changing separation requirements for certain retail businesses and updating regulations for food trucks and temporary uses.
- H-2023-03 TA: UDO amendment regarding separation requirements for tobacco, vapor, gaming, and CBD/hemp retail
- H-2023-04 TA: UDO amendment of Sections 140.04.07 and 140.04.08 regarding food trucks and temporary uses
Parks and Recreation Board
The Board will receive a presentation from the Harrisburg Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee. The meeting also includes the introduction of new member Chris Faw and updates from the Advisory Board and Town Council.
- Presentation by Harrisburg Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee
- Introduction of new member Chris Faw
- Parks and Recreation Master Plan with McGill Associates
- Approval of August 21, 2023 meeting minutes
Town Council
The Town Council will consider several items including a development agreement for Iley Meadows and a contract for a Parks & Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding UDO text amendments and the Harrisburg-Midland Annexation Agreement.
- Development Agreement between Town of Harrisburg and DRB Group (Iley Meadows)
- Contract with McGill Associates for a Parks & Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan
- UDO text amendment to Section 144.03
- Extension of the Harrisburg-Midland Annexation Agreement
- Acceptance of Asphalt, Storm Drainage, Water and Sewer Systems in Holcomb Woods Phase 2
Parks and Recreation Board
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will review a Master Plan update. The meeting includes a presentation from the Harrisburg Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee and department updates from Parks and Recreation leadership.
- Presentation by Harrisburg Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee
- Master Plan Update
- Advisory Board updates regarding new member information
- Department updates from Parks and Recreation leadership
Planning and Zoning
The Planning and Zoning Board will swear in new members and elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. The board will also consider a Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) text amendment regarding Section 144.03.
- Swearing in of new Board members
- Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
- UDO text amendment H-2023-02-TA for Section 144.03
- Adoption of the Annual Meeting Schedule
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will swear in new members and elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. The board will also consider setting a new date and time for future meetings and adopting an annual meeting schedule.
- Swearing in of new Board Members
- Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
- Consideration of new meeting date and time
- Consideration of adoption of Annual Meeting Schedule
Town Council
The Town Council will consider several contracts including a headlining band and street sweeper for the town's 50th anniversary. The agenda also includes discussions on food truck regulations and appointments to various local boards.
- Contract for Scotty McCreery for the Town of Harrisburg 50th Anniversary
- Contract for the World's Biggest Bounce House for the 50th Anniversary Celebration
- Contract for a Schwarze A4 Street Sweeper
- FY2024 Powell Bill Street Resurfacing Contract
- Contract with Thomas P. Miller & Associates for a Strategic Economic Development Plan
Parks and Recreation Board
The Board will review the Master Plan update and discuss advisory board updates including new member information and updated by-laws. The agenda also includes a presentation from the Harrisburg Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee.
- Master Plan Update
- Updated By-Laws
- Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee presentation
Town Council
The Town Council will review several municipal agreements with NCDOT regarding highway and road improvements. The meeting also includes public hearings for residential development projects and a proposal to donate park land to the Rowan-Cabarrus YMCA.
- NCDOT Municipal Agreement: NC Highway 49 Improvements - Phase II
- NCDOT Municipal Agreement: Caldwell Road Extension - Phase I
- NCDOT Municipal Agreement: Hickory Ridge Road Sidewalk Extension
- Contract: Millbrook Pump Station Upgrades
- Stallings Sidewalk Extension Phase 1 Construction Contract
Parks and Recreation Board
This meeting consists of departmental updates and a presentation from the Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee. The agenda contains only procedural items and status updates.
- Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee Update
- Department updates from Assistant Parks and Recreation Director Shawn Marble
- Approval of May 22, 2023 meeting minutes
Town Council
The Town Council will consider several annexation and rezoning requests for residential and senior living developments. The agenda also includes a budget ordinance amendment regarding fire department insurance proceeds and the adoption of new Board of Adjustment rules.
- Public hearing for 171-acre residential development off Peach Orchard Road
- Public hearing for 7.46-acre senior living facility at 9569 Rocky River Road
- Public hearing for 5.59-acre rezoning at 9771 Robinson Church Road
- FY2023 Budget Ordinance Amendment for Fire Dept. insurance proceeds
- Acceptance of asphalt and storm drainage systems for Grantham Subdivision Phase 3&4
Planning and Zoning
The Planning and Zoning Board will review two new business items regarding residential developments. The meeting also includes updates on Town Council policy and the Planning Director.
- H-2022-16-R: Harrisburg Retirement Residence
- H-2022-15-R: Divine Residential Development
- Town Council Policy on Boards and Committees update
- Planning Director update
Parks and Recreation Board
The board will discuss updates to the Advisory Board By-Laws and receive a presentation from the Harrisburg Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee. The Parks and Recreation Director will also provide department updates.
- Harrisburg Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee Update
- Advisory Board By-Law Updates and Changes
- Approval of April 17, 2023 meeting minutes
Sustainability Board
The Sustainability Board will discuss several ongoing initiatives including a social media calendar and recycling bin stickers. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a master sustainability document and updates to the 2023 Arbor Day tree giveaway project.
- Discussion of Social Media Calendar
- Discussion of Recycling Bin Stickers
- Discussion of Creation of a Master Sustainability Document
- Discussion of 2023 Arbor Day tree giveaway project updates
- Discussion of Sustainability Input to Planning & Zoning (UDO Updates)
Town Council
The Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding the FY2024 Budget Ordinance, tax rate, and capital improvement plan. The agenda also includes several annexation and rezoning requests, a water purchase contract with the City of Concord, and an ordinance regarding engine brakes.
- Public Hearing for FY2024 Budget Ordinance, Tax Rate, Schedule of Fees, and Capital Improvement Plan
- Annexation and rezoning request for 9569 Rocky River Road for a retirement residence
- Non-contiguous annexation and rezoning of 5.59 acres at 9771 Robinson Church Road
- Contiguous annexation and rezoning of 2.13 acres on Wedding Belle Court
- Ordinance prohibiting unmuffled engine compression brakes within town limits
Parks and Recreation Board
The board will review its goals for 2023 and receive department updates from the Assistant Parks and Recreation Director. The meeting also includes a presentation by the Harrisburg Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee.
- Presentation by Harrisburg Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee
- Review of Advisory Board Goals for 2023
- Department updates from Assistant Parks and Recreation Director Shawn Marble
- Approval of March 20, 2023 meeting minutes
Town Council
The Council will review the FY2024 Manager's Recommended Budget presentation. The agenda includes calls for public hearings regarding property annexations and rezoning on Wedding Belle Court and Robinson Church Road. Members will also discuss updates to the Town’s vision, mission, and goals.
- Presentation of FY2024 Manager's Recommended Budget
- Call for public hearing regarding annexation and rezoning on Wedding Belle Court
- Call for public hearing regarding annexation and rezoning at 9771 Robinson Church Road
- Setting a May 8, 2023, public hearing for the FY2024 budget ordinance and tax rate
- Discussion of updates to Town Vision, Mission, and Goals
Sustainability Board
The Harrisburg Sustainability Board will discuss several environmental programs. Topics include updates on recycling bin signage and the 2023 Arbor Day tree giveaway project. The board will also consider Earth Day opportunities and a street clean-up event.
- Updates on recycle bins' toppers and signage
- 2023 Arbor Day tree giveaway project updates
- Cannon Foundation Grant discussion
- Earth Day Street Clean Up planning
- Sustainability input for Planning & Zoning updates
Town Council
The Town Council will hold a discussion regarding budget priorities for the 2024 fiscal year. This is the only substantive item listed on the agenda.
- Discussion of FY2024 budget priorities
Planning and Zoning
The Planning and Zoning Board will consider a rezoning request for property on Wedding Belle Court. The board will also review the February 21, 2023 meeting minutes. Additionally, the Board of Adjustment will discuss a special use permit application for Touched by An Angel.
- Rezoning H-2023-02-R for Wedding Belle Court from LDR to RM zoning
- Special use permit H-2022-03-SUP for Touched by An Angel
Parks and Recreation Board
The Board will discuss its goals for 2023 and receive updates from the Parks and Recreation Director and Assistant Director. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding an advisory board vacancy and appointment.
- Advisory Board vacancy and appointment
- Advisory Board Goals for 2023
- Department Updates from Jim Spina and Shawn Marble
Town Council
The Town Council will consider several items including budget ordinance amendments for the 50th Anniversary Celebration and Spring Youth Athletics. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a UDO text amendment for tobacco, vapor, and CBD product regulations and an annexation proposal.
- Annexation and rezoning of property at 9771 Robinson Church Road (H-2022-18-R)
- UDO text amendment regarding separation requirements for tobacco, vapor, and CBD/hemp products
- FY2023 Budget Ordinance Amendment for the Town of Harrisburg's 50th Anniversary Celebration
- FY2023 Budget Ordinance Amendment for Spring Youth Athletics
- Hillcrest Dr and Willow Ln Stormwater Improvements Contract
Sustainability Board
The Sustainability Board will meet to elect officers for the 2023 calendar year and hear a presentation from Planning Director Zac Gordon. The board is also discussing several ongoing initiatives including Arbor Day, street clean up, and Earth Day opportunities.
- Election of HSAB Officers for 2023
- Discussion of 2023 Arbor Day project
- Discussion of 2023 Earth Day opportunities
- Update on recycle bins' toppers and signage
- Discussion of upcoming street clean up
Town Council
The Harrisburg Town Council will meet to discuss budget priorities for fiscal year 2024. No other substantive business items are listed on this agenda.
- Discussion of FY2024 town budget priorities
Planning and Zoning
The Planning and Zoning Board will consider a request to rezone approximately 5.559 acres from County CR to RL. The board will also review a text amendment regarding separation requirements for tobacco stores, vapor shops, and hemp-based retail.
- Rezoning of approximately 5.559 acres from County CR to RL
- UDO text amendment for separation of tobacco, vapor, and hemp-based retail
Parks and Recreation Board
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hold elections for officers and discuss a fee in lieu regarding the Blackwelder Subdivision. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee and department updates.
- Election of Officers
- Fee in Lieu of - Blackwelder Subdivision
- Presentation by Harrisburg Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee
- Advisory Board vacancy and appointment
Town Council
The Harrisburg Town Council will consider annexation and rezoning requests for properties on Stallings Road and Blackwelder Road. The agenda also includes reviews of budget amendments and contracts for the July 4th celebration and financial audits.
- Rezoning of five lots at Stallings Road and Jon Chris Drive
- A 51-lot residential subdivision rezoning off Blackwelder Road
- FY2023 Budget Ordinance Amendment for planning and traffic analysis
- Contract for amusements for the 2023 July 4th Celebration
- FY2023 Financial Audit Contract
Sustainability Board
The Sustainability Board will discuss upcoming budget items and methods for community education. The meeting also includes discussions regarding street cleanup and assisting departments with event planning. Additionally, the board will revisit waste and recycling bin toppers.
- Toppers for waste and recycling bins
- Street cleanup discussion
- Upcoming budget items
- New member approval and recruitment
- Community education methods
Town Council
The Harrisburg Town Council will meet to discuss budget priorities for Fiscal Year 2024. The agenda includes a discussion regarding the town's upcoming budget needs.
- Discussion of FY2024 budget priorities
Town Council
The Harrisburg Town Council will meet to hold a discussion regarding town budget priorities for the 2024 fiscal year. No other substantive business is listed on this agenda.
- Discussion of FY2024 town budget priorities
Parks and Recreation Board
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will receive a special presentation from the Harrisburg Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee. The meeting also includes discussions regarding advisory board vacancies and department updates for 2023.
- Presentation by Harrisburg Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee
- Advisory Board vacancies and appointments
- 2023 outlook discussion
- Parks and Recreation Department updates
Town Council
The Town Council will hold public hearings regarding property annexations and rezoning near Blackwelder Road, Stallings Road, and Jon Chris Drive. The agenda also includes discussions on the FY2024 budget calendar and a grant for a greenway feasibility study. Additionally, the council will consider capital authorization for a new Public Works truck.
- Annexation and conditional rezoning off Blackwelder Road
- Non-contiguous annexation and rezoning on Stallings Road and Jon Chris Drive
- Capital authorization for Public Works Service Body Truck replacement
- NCDOT Paved Trails and Sidewalks Feasibility Study Grant support
- Blume Estates Preliminary Plat review