Holly Springs public meetings in 2021
36 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Town Council
The Town Council will hold a legislative hearing regarding the Holly Springs New Hill Road Rezoning & Development Agreement. The meeting also includes actions on refinancing existing General Obligation Bonds and several consent agenda items.
- Public hearing for Holly Springs New Hill Road Rezoning & Development Agreement 21-REZ-01
- Refinancing of General Obligation Bonds Series 2006, 2012, and Parks & Recreation Facilities Bonds 2012
- Gunter Morris Rd. road closure
- Personnel Policy Amendments
- Amendment to the Mayor and Town Council Procedures Manual
The Town Council accepted $10.5 million in state funding presented by N.C. House Representative Erin Paré: $8 million for utility infrastructure tied to recruiting Amgen to Friendship Innovation Park, and $2.5 million to widen a planned NCDOT bridge on Old Holly Springs Apex Road over Little Branch Creek from two to four lanes. The Council also approved budget amendments for $15,000 from the HERO Golf Classic (split between Police and Fire) and $1,200 from the Skyhawks RC Club, and approved a consent agenda including bond resolutions and personnel policy changes. A public hearing on the Holly Springs New Hill Road rezoning and development agreement (21-REZ-01) was continued to January 4, 2022. In closed session the Town Attorney updated the Council on pending litigation, including Meritage Homes vs. Town of Holly Springs; no action was taken.
- Accepted $10.5M state funding presentation: $8M for Amgen-related utility infrastructure, $2.5M for bridge lane widening (no vote recorded)
- Approved budget amendment to receive $15,000 from HERO Golf Classic, split evenly between Police and Fire (unanimous)
- Approved budget amendment to receive $1,200 from Skyhawks RC Club (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda, including minutes of December 7, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 21-30 concerning proposed bond issue (consent agenda, unanimous)
- Introduced bond order for up to $17.2M General Obligation Refunding Bonds (consent agenda, unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 21-31 for issuance of up to $17.5M General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2022 (consent agenda, unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 21-32 declaring intent to close a portion of right of way on Gunter Morris Road; public hearing set for February 1, 2022 (consent agenda, unanimous)
Town Council
The Town Council holds a workshop to discuss a draft master plan for Cass Holt Park on Cass Holt Road, plan the 2022 annual retreat, and review next steps for the Unified Development Ordinance zoning map update. Staff also provides a bid update for the Holly Springs Road Phase II Transportation Bond Project, which exceeded the budget.
- Cass Holt Park concept master plan presentation on Cass Holt Road
- 2022 annual retreat planning with Strategic Plan discussion
- Unified Development Ordinance zoning map update process outline
- Holly Springs Rd. Phase II Transportation Bond Project bid results and funding options review
The Town Council held a workshop meeting on December 14, 2021. Council received an update that four bids for the Holly Springs Road Phase II Transportation Bond Project were all significantly over budget, with costs rising from an early 2020 estimate of $21.1 million to $37.2 million. Staff said they are seeking a bid extension, pursuing grant funding and value engineering, and will bring a recommended gap funding option to Council in January or February. The Council also reviewed the Cass Holt Park concept plan and agreed by consensus to hold its annual retreat at Pine Needles on February 3rd-5th. No substantive votes were recorded other than adjournment.
- No funding decision made on Holly Springs Rd. Phase II; staff to bring gap funding option in January or February
- Consensus to hold annual retreat at Pine Needles on February 3rd-5th
- Directed Town Attorney to draft a new virtual meeting policy for the next meeting
- Town Manager to work with Town Clerk on alternate early voting sites and costs
- Newly elected officials to be briefed on confidential Economic Development information in the January 4th Closed Session
- Adjourned at 8:39 pm (unanimous)
Town Council
The Holly Springs Town Council will hold a regular meeting with a public comment period, recognitions, and a consent agenda. New business includes a paving project at Sugg Farm and a development plan for Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies. The meeting also includes an organizational segment to swear in new officials and elect a Mayor Pro Tempore.
- Sugg Farm Paving Project (TOHS Proj. 21-024)
- Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies Development Plan 21-DP-10
- Oaths of Office for Mayor-elect Sean Mayefskie and Council members-elect Kristi Bennett, Dan Berry, and Timothy Forrest
- Election of Mayor Pro Tempore
- Adopt Calendar Year 2022 Town Council Meeting Schedule
The Town Council approved the development plan and agreement for a Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies manufacturing facility. Council also awarded a $254,000 contract for road rehabilitation at Sugg Farm Park. Following these actions, new council members were sworn in and appointed to various boards.
- Approved $254,000 contract to Turner Asphalt, Inc. for Sugg Farm Paving Project (unanimous)
- Approved Development Plan for Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies (unanimous)
- Approved Development Agreement for Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies (unanimous)
- Elected Dan Berry as Mayor Pro Tem (unanimous)
- Confirmed mayoral appointments to area boards and committees (unanimous)
- Adopted the Calendar Year 2022 Town Council Meeting Schedule (unanimous)
- Approved November 30, 2021 business meeting minutes (unanimous)
Town Council
The Holly Springs Town Council will hold quasi-judicial and legislative hearings on a Main Street development, a Unified Development Ordinance rewrite, and a voluntary annexation, then consider consent agenda items and new business including a non-discrimination ordinance and a condemnation resolution.
- Public hearings on 1317 N. Main Street (My Computer Career) and Sportsmanship Crossing Master Plan 21-MAS-03, Development Plans 21-DP-06/07
- Unified Development Ordinance Rewrite legislative hearing
- Voluntary Annexation A21-01, Optimist Commons legislative hearing
- Non-discrimination Ordinance (new business)
- Condemnation Resolution for Arbor Creek/Middle Creek Greenway Easements
The Town Council unanimously adopted a new Unified Development Ordinance (Ordinance 21-48), the town's first full rewrite since 2002, set to take effect March 1, 2022. Council also approved the My Computer Career and Sportsmanship Crossing master and development plans, rezoned about 120 acres for the Green Oaks Tech Center PUD, and approved utility contracts and a development plan for the Amgen project. Council adopted a non-discrimination resolution, authorized eminent domain for greenway easements, named the Ting Stadium field for Mayor Sears, and appointed members to a new Housing Affordability Study Advisory Committee.
- Adopted Ordinance 21-48, the new Unified Development Ordinance (unanimous)
- Approved My Computer Career and Sportsmanship Crossing Master Plan and Development Plans, with amended waivers (unanimous)
- Adopted Rezoning Ordinance RZ21-05 for Green Oaks Tech Center PUD and approved its Development Agreement (unanimous)
- Approved $1.7M transfer for Old Holly Springs Apex Rd./New Hill Rd. realignment via Ordinances 21-51 and 21-52 (unanimous)
- Awarded Friendship utilities design-build Phase 1 to Southern Cross Timmons Group ($1,917,687) and early procurement ($2,082,313) (unanimous)
- Approved Amgen Development Plan 21-DP-08 with conditions (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 21-27 authorizing eminent domain for Arbor Creek/Middle Creek Greenway easements (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 21-29 supporting non-discrimination, with added language on a possible town ordinance (unanimous)
Town Council
The Holly Springs Town Council will hold a workshop to discuss several policy items. They will review a draft Economic Development Investment Policy, consider options for a non-discrimination ordinance, and get cost estimates for the Sugg Farm house. They will also hear a comparison of three potential sites for Fire Station 3.
- Economic Development Investment Policy draft review
- Non-discrimination ordinance options, including adopting County's ordinance
- Cost ranges to bring Sugg Farm yellow house up to code
- Comparison of three potential sites for Fire Station 3
The Town Council held a workshop meeting to discuss economic development incentives, a potential non-discrimination ordinance, the removal of the Sugg Farm house, and the site selection for Fire Station 3. The Council formally voted to cancel their November 16 meeting and reschedule it for November 30. No other final legislative actions were taken during the workshop.
- Approved rescheduling November 16 meeting to November 30 (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:33 p.m. (5-0)
Town Council
The Holly Springs Town Council is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering annexation, a financing resolution, and a speed limit request, followed by new business on a greenway connection. Public comment is limited to 15 minutes with 3-minute speakers.
- Voluntary Annexation A21-01, Optimist Commons
- DHIC Financing Resolution for Sportsmanship Crossing, LLC
- Municipal Concurrence for Setting the Speed Limit on Woods Creek Road
- Utley Creek Greenway Phase I Connection (TOHS Proj. 14-021)
The Town Council approved the Utley Creek Greenway Phase 1 Connection project budget and authorized the Town Manager to sign construction, inspection, and oversight contracts, all contingent on NCDOT concurrence. The 0.59-mile greenway would connect the Morgan Park Greenway to Ballentine Street and the downtown Village District, with the Town's expected ultimate contribution at $959,132. The Council also approved consent agenda items including annexation and financing resolutions and a speed limit ordinance on Woods Creek Road. No closed session was held; the meeting adjourned at 7:19 pm.
- Approved Utley Creek Greenway Phase 1 budget and contracts (unanimous), contingent on NCDOT concurrence
- Approved $176,030.28 construction engineering and inspections contract to SEPI, Inc.
- Approved $185,232 NCDOT oversight fee
- Approved $1,457,645.96 construction contract to Narron Contracting Inc. plus $218,647 contingency
- Approved Resolution 21-17 for annexation petition A21-01 Optimist Commons, setting public hearing for November 16, 2021
- Approved Resolution 21-24 supporting Housing Authority of Wake County financing for Sportsmanship Crossing, LLC
- Adopted Ordinance 21-47 setting speed limits on Woods Creek Road (35 mph and 45 mph sections)
- Approved minutes of October 12, 2021 workshop and October 19, 2021 business meeting
Town Council
The Holly Springs Town Council will hold legislative hearings on several rezoning and annexation requests, including properties on James Rest Home Road, Green Oaks Tech Center, and Friendship Development. The council will also consider a contract for the Bass Lake Spillway design, budget amendments, and an amendment to the local state of emergency ordinance.
- Rezoning 21-REZ-02 at 8420 James Rest Home Road
- Green Oaks Tech Center PUD 21-PUD-01
- Voluntary annexation A21-03 and rezoning 21-REZ-03 for Friendship Development
- Voluntary annexation A21-04 for Elementary School E-52
- Bass Lake Spillway Design Contract
The Town Council approved two rezoning requests: about 18.5 acres on James Rest Home Road for Industry & Technology Conditional Use, and about 225 acres for the Friendship Development as Research & Technology and Community Business. The Council also annexed 240.75 acres for Friendship Development and 42.05 acres on Rex Road for a Wake County elementary school. Deliberation on the Green Oaks Tech Center PUD rezoning and developer agreement was continued to November 16, 2021.
- Approved rezoning RZ21-06 for 18.5 acres on James Rest Home Road to Industry & Technology Conditional Use (unanimous)
- Continued Green Oaks Tech Center PUD rezoning RZ21-05 and developer agreement to November 16, 2021 (unanimous)
- Approved annexation A21-03 of 240.75 acres owned by Charles Daniel Baucom and Duke Energy Progress (unanimous)
- Approved rezoning RZ21-04 for approximately 225 acres of Friendship Development to Research & Technology and Community Business (unanimous)
- Approved annexation A21-04 of 42.05 acres on Rex Road owned by Wake County Board of Education (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda items 12-14, including Bass Lake Spillway Design Contract with LJB Inc. for $78,000 and budget ordinances 21-43, 21-44, 21-45 (unanimous)
- Approved LAPP grant applications for NC 55 right turn lane and N. Main St. sidewalk connector (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance 21-46 amending the local state of emergency declaration process (unanimous)
Town Council
The Holly Springs Town Council is holding a workshop to discuss several items, including a follow-up on the draft Unified Development Ordinance (UDO), concept master plans for a new park on Cass Holt Road, and potential changes to the yard waste collection program. They will also review a customer care model and the future of the Sugg Farm House. No formal votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and initial feedback.
- Unified Development Ordinance follow-up on lot sizes, special use permits, open space, and approval processes
- Three concept master plans for a 56-acre park along Cass Holt Road
- Overview of leaf collection/yard waste program and potential service model changes
- Research on '311' customer care model for possible implementation
- Discussion on removing the house at Sugg Farm from the park
The Town Council held a workshop and reached consensus on several Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) changes, including reducing the minimum lot area in Rural Residential to 2 acres, raising the Suburban Residential minimum to 15,000 square feet, and having Council approve both medium and larger buildings (Option 2) with the medium threshold raised to 50,000 sq. ft. Council also gave feedback on three concepts for Cass Holt Road Park, favoring a more structured park with an aquatic feature, and received updates on the yard waste program, a proposed 311 customer care model, and the Sugg Farm house. Staff were asked to bring back rehab and maintenance cost estimates for the Sugg Farm house. The meeting ended with a closed session on the Colony and Jaidip v. Holly Springs and Comtran litigation and adjournment at 9:26 p.m.
- Consensus to add a sliding scale to the NR district similar to SR
- Consensus to use Option 2 for building approvals: Council approves both medium and larger buildings
- Consensus to raise the medium-sized building threshold to 50,000 sq. ft.
- Consensus to pursue a more structured park with an aquatic feature (splashpad or aquatic center) at Cass Holt Road Park
- Consensus that Wolff and Berry reach out to representatives to oppose splitting Holly Springs into three House Districts
- Requested staff bring back rehab and maintenance cost estimates for the Sugg Farm house
- Entered closed session on Colony and Jaidip v. Holly Springs and Comtran litigation (unanimous)
- Adjourned at 9:26 p.m. (unanimous)
Town Council
The Town Council will review a Comprehensive Transportation Plan update and consider an amendment to the Animal Control Ordinance. The meeting also includes several consent agenda items regarding annexations and facility contracts.
- Comprehensive Transportation Plan (CTP) Update
- Amendment to Animal Control Ordinance
- Voluntary Annexation A21-03, Friendship Development
- Voluntary Annexation A21-04, Elementary School 52 Rex Road
- Twelve Oaks Pump Station Upgrade preliminary design
The Town Council approved $150,000 to begin design work for a traffic signal at the intersection of Holly Meadow Drive and Avent Ferry Road. Additionally, the Council adopted an ordinance to update animal control regulations regarding dangerous dogs and appointed a representative to the Northeast Gateway Master Plan Advisory Committee.
- Approved $150,000 for traffic light design at Holly Meadow/Avent Ferry (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance 21-36 updating dangerous dog regulations (unanimous)
- Appointed Dan Berry to Northeast Gateway Master Plan Advisory Committee (unanimous)
- Approved $1.41M installment purchase agreement for 10 town vehicles (unanimous)
- Approved $14,135 monthly cleaning contract with American Facility Services (unanimous)
- Approved MOU for Holly Springs Half Marathon (unanimous)
- Authorized contract for Twelve Oaks pump station design (unanimous)
- Set public hearings for two voluntary annexations for Oct 19 (unanimous)
Town Council
The Holly Springs Town Council is meeting to conduct public hearings on a planned unit development and a voluntary annexation, and to consider consent agenda items including contracts and a budget amendment. New business includes a park master plan amendment, a housing affordability study contract, and an interlocal agreement with Sanford for a water treatment plant design.
- Green Oaks Tech Center PUD 21-PUD-01 joint public hearing
- Voluntary annexation A21-02, Crespo legislative hearing
- Twelve Oaks Pump Station Bypass budget amendment
- Housing Affordability Study consultant contract
- Interlocal agreement with City of Sanford for joint water treatment plant engineering design (TP 20-010)
The Town Council approved a contract with HR&A Advisors for a housing affordability study and authorized an interlocal agreement and $2.5 million in American Rescue Plan funds for a joint water treatment plant expansion with the City of Sanford. Council members also forwarded a PUD application to the Planning Board, approved a voluntary annexation, and approved several municipal sports and recreation contracts.
- Forwarded Green Oaks Tech Center PUD 21-PUD-01 to Planning Board (unanimous)
- Adopted Annexation Ordinance A21-02 for 1.095 acres owned by Julie and Juan Crespo (unanimous)
- Approved FY22 contract with RDU Tennis for up to $52,175 (unanimous)
- Approved contract with Triangle Officials for up to $50,786 for basketball and softball (unanimous)
- Approved contract with Fun2Ref for up to $54,699 for baseball referees (unanimous)
- Approved Collins Park Master Plan Amendment 15-MAS-03-A03 (unanimous)
- Authorized contract with HR&A Advisors for Housing Affordability Study for up to $125,000 (3-1, Berry opposed)
- Adopted Capital Project Ordinances 21-38 and 21-39 transferring $2.5M in ARP funds to Sanford water project (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Town Council
The Holly Springs Town Council and Planning Board are holding a joint special workshop to receive an update from consultant Stantec on the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) rewrite project. The discussion will cover zoning districts, permitted land uses, open space standards, development design standards, and land use approval processes, with an opportunity for open discussion. The meeting is a work session, not a final decision-making meeting.
- UDO rewrite update from consultant Stantec
- Discussion on zoning districts and permitted land uses
- Open space standards and development design standards review
- Land use approval processes to be discussed
- Joint workshop with Town Council and Planning Board
The Holly Springs Town Council and Planning Board held a joint workshop with staff and consultants to review proposed updates to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO), covering zoning, housing, open space, design, and review processes. No formal votes on ordinance adoption occurred, but the Council entered a closed session to discuss the Town Manager's annual evaluation and subsequently adjourned.
- Excused the Planning Board and entered closed session to discuss the Town Manager's annual evaluation (unanimous)
- Left closed session (unanimous)
- Adjourned the meeting at 9:10 p.m. (unanimous)
Town Council
The Holly Springs Town Council is holding a workshop to discuss future water demand and supply options, greenway prioritization criteria, the local Emergency Declaration Ordinance, and an update on Fire Station 3. These are discussion items, not final decisions. The meeting includes a possible closed session.
- Water demand: review current supply, consider additional sources, discuss options for future demand
- Greenway prioritization: overview of process, criteria, and status for ranking segments
- Emergency Declaration Ordinance: discussion of provisions and mayoral/Council engagement expectations
- Fire Station 3: update on discussions with Shenandoah Homes (Carolina Springs developer) and a potential new opportunity
The Town Council held a workshop to discuss future water demand, greenway project prioritization, and emergency ordinances. No formal votes were taken on policy or spending, as the session focused on staff presentations and building consensus for future actions.
- Consensus reached to pursue partnering with the City of Sanford and Fuquay-Varina for water supply expansion
- Consensus reached to prioritize six specific greenway projects for initial pursuit
- Consensus reached not to abandon existing greenway easements
- Consensus reached to request a rewritten Emergency Declaration Ordinance delegating authority to the Mayor
- Consensus reached to prefer the Christmas Stocking Float for the Happy Holly Days Parade
- Consensus reached to bring the disposal of the Sugg Farm house to the next meeting for discussion
Town Council
The Holly Springs Town Council is holding a regular meeting with public comment, a consent agenda, and new business. Key items include a detailed master plan for Friendship Innovation Park, a midterm appointment to the Tree Advisory Committee, and updates on GoTriangle Route 305 and the CAMPO 2050 transportation plan. The consent agenda covers routine approvals like minutes, a budget amendment, a voluntary annexation, a public art partnership, a calendar change, and a mowing contract.
- Friendship Innovation Park Detailed Master Plan 21-MAS-04
- GoTriangle Transit Route 305 Update
- Voluntary Annexation A21-02, Crespo
- Rex Healthcare Foundation Public Art Partnership for UNC Health Rex Holly Springs Hospital
- Mowing & Landscape Services Contract
The Town Council approved the Friendship Innovation Park Detailed Master Plan for a 345+/- acre nonresidential subdivision south of US 1 along Friendship Road, contingent on a future rezoning decision. On its consent agenda, the council approved a $288,844 mowing and landscape contract with GreenScape, Inc., a contribution of up to $1,833 to the Rex Healthcare Foundation for a public art sculpture, and an annexation petition resolution. The council also appointed Ginny Suever to the Tree Advisory Committee. Several items were informational only, including a GoTriangle Route 305 transit update and a COVID-19 discussion with no vote on a mask mandate.
- Approved Friendship Innovation Park Detailed Master Plan 21-MAS-04, contingent on a rezoning decision (unanimous)
- Approved $288,844 mowing and landscape services contract with GreenScape, Inc. (consent agenda, unanimous)
- Approved up to $1,833 Town contribution to Rex Healthcare Foundation for public art at UNC Health Rex Holly Springs Hospital (consent agenda, unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 21-19 directing the Town Clerk to investigate annexation petition A21-02, Crespo, and set public hearing for September 21, 2021 (consent agenda, unanimous)
- Approved minutes of the August 17, 2021 Business Meeting (consent agenda, unanimous)
- Received the budget amendment report (consent agenda, unanimous)
- Amended the Town Council meetings calendar to add a joint UDO re-write workshop with the Planning Board on September 16, 2021 at 6:00 pm (consent agenda, unanimous)
- Appointed Ginny Suever to the Tree Advisory Committee for a term ending June 30, 2024 (unanimous)
Town Council
The Holly Springs Town Council is holding a regular meeting with a public comment period, a proclamation, a public hearing on an economic development agreement with Amgen Inc., and several consent agenda items. New business includes contracts for road widening and a master plan, a condemnation resolution, and a COVID-19 vaccination leave incentive.
- Economic Development Agreement for Amgen Inc. (public hearing)
- Avent Ferry Road Widening Project Change Order (TOHS 12-003)
- Holly Springs Road Widening Phase 2 Duke Utility Relocation Contract (Transportation Bond Project #19-009)
- Northeast Gateway Master Plan Consultant Contract
- Condemnation Resolution for Oakview Innovation Park Gravity Sewer Line
The Town Council approved an Economic Development Agreement with Amgen, Inc., which plans a $550 million biomanufacturing facility at Friendship Innovation Park with a projected minimum of 355 jobs at an average wage of $119,510. The Town will provide a Business Investment Grant of 50% of taxes back for 8 years, up to a maximum of $9.5 million, plus utility rate classification and infrastructure. Council also approved a $1,897,670 Duke Energy utility relocation agreement for the Holly Springs Road Widening Phase 2 project, authorized a Northeast Gateway Master Plan contract with Houseal Lavigne Associates not to exceed $106,500, approved Resolution 21-20 authorizing eminent domain for a sewer easement, and passed a 24-hour vacation leave incentive for vaccinated full-time employees on a 3-1 vote.
- Approved Economic Development Agreement with Amgen, Inc., including Business Investment Grant of 50% of taxes back for 8 years up to $9.5 million (unanimous)
- Approved Duke Energy Utility Relocation Agreement for $1,897,670 for Holly Springs Road Widening Phase 2 (unanimous)
- Authorized Town Manager to execute Northeast Gateway Master Plan contract with Houseal Lavigne Associates, budget not to exceed $106,500 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 21-20 authorizing eminent domain for a gravity sewer easement on the Donnell tract (unanimous)
- Approved 24-hour vacation leave incentive for full-time employees with proof of full COVID-19 vaccination by September 30, 2021 (3-1, McGrath nay)
- Approved consent agenda including $467,000 plus 10% contingency contract with HIGHFILL for pump station design (unanimous)
- Approved use of $39,793.67 in contingency funds for Avent Ferry Road Widening change orders (unanimous)
- Adopted Amendment to the Wake County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Town Council
The Holly Springs Town Council is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing on a rezoning request for 4900 Optimist Farm Road. The consent agenda includes several administrative items, such as approving minutes, a speed limit change, a street name change, and accepting federal funds. New business includes a master plan amendment and a greenway contract change order.
- Public hearing on 4900 Optimist Farm rezoning (20-REZ-05)
- Speed limit setting on Woods Creek Road
- Street name change from Cachet Street to Richardson Street
- Resolution to accept American Rescue Plan Act funds
- Arbor Creek/Middle Creek Greenway contract change order for Linksland Dr connection
The Holly Springs Town Council approved a rezoning request for 13.17 acres at 4900 Optimist Farm Road to allow a daycare and townhomes, and approved a master plan amendment and development plan for Southern Crossroads medical offices. The Council also approved a design contract change order for the Arbor Creek/Middle Creek greenway and denied a street name change for Cachet Street.
- Approved rezoning ordinance RZ21-03 for 4900 Optimist Farm Road (4-1)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, speed limits, capital project ordinances, Avent Ferry Forcemain change order ($204,572), ARPA funds, and opioid litigation resolution (unanimous)
- Approved Southern Crossroads Master Plan amendment (3-2)
- Approved Southern Crossroads Medical Office Development Plan with additional conditions for a 5-foot sidewalk, buffer evaluation, and parking lot interconnection (3-2)
- Approved $85,010 design change order with SEPI, Inc. for the Linksland Drive greenway connection (unanimous)
- Denied renaming Cachet Street to Richardson Street (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Town Council
The Town Council will hold a workshop to discuss several municipal topics. Discussions include strategies for intersection realignment at New Hill Rd. and Old Holly Springs Apex Rd., planning for future holiday and multi-cultural events, and the allocation of American Rescue Plan funding.
- New Hill Rd./Old Holly Springs Apex Rd. transportation realignment update
- American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act funding allocation overview
- Fire Station 3 site evaluation and planning update
- Holiday and multi-cultural event planning discussion
The Holly Springs Town Council held a workshop on July 13, 2021, to review holiday event plans, transportation improvements, American Rescue Plan fund allocations, and Fire Station Three site evaluations. The council reached a consensus to delay road realignment approvals until a complete corridor plan is available. Additionally, the council voted unanimously to enter and exit a closed session to discuss a litigation matter related to Green Oaks Crossing.
- Entered closed session to discuss Green Oaks Crossing litigation (unanimous)
- Left closed session (unanimous)
- Adjourned the meeting at 8:32 p.m. (unanimous)
Town Council
The Holly Springs Town Council will hold a regular meeting with several recognitions, updates, and a consent agenda. Key actions include approving end-of-fiscal-year budget amendments, authorizing the Wake County tax administrator to levy and collect property taxes for FY 2021-2022, and amending the Lowe's infrastructure reimbursement agreement. The council will also consider a midterm appointment to the Board of Adjustment and a memorandum of understanding with Fuquay-Varina for a new waterline conveyance.
- Resolution authorizing Wake County Tax Administrator to levy and collect property taxes for FY 2021-2022
- End of Fiscal Year Budget Amendments
- Amendment to Lowe's Infrastructure Reimbursement Agreement
- Sale of Surplus Street Sweeper
- Memorandum of Understanding with Town of Fuquay-Varina for New Waterline Conveyance
Council approved a contract for Town Hall renovations and authorized a water conveyance study with Fuquay-Varina. The board also approved end-of-year budget amendments and appointed a new alternate member to the Board of Adjustment.
- Approved $298,929 contract with Samet Corporation for Development Services renovations (Unanimous)
- Authorized MOU with Fuquay-Varina for water conveyance analysis cost sharing (Unanimous)
- Appointed Alicia Andrews as in-town alternate member of the Board of Adjustment (Unanimous)
- Approved end-of-year budget amendments and project ordinances (Unanimous)
- Approved $200,000 additional contribution from Lowe's for pump station work (Unanimous)
- Approved Diamond level membership for Holly Springs Chamber of Commerce (Unanimous)
- Rejected construction bids for Arbor Creek/Middle Creek greenway project (Unanimous)
- Approved sale of surplus 2002 Tymco 600 Street Sweeper (Unanimous)
Town Council
The Holly Springs Town Council is holding a workshop to discuss several items, including a proposed Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) ordinance that would streamline requirements and allow fees in lieu of transportation improvements. They will also receive an update on the Unified Development Ordinance rewrite and discuss potential odor metrics for the South Wake County Landfill. The meeting is joint with the Planning Board for the first two items.
- Proposed Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) ordinance to streamline TIA/TAR requirements and collect fees in lieu of transportation improvements
- Update on Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) Re-Write Project, including drafting and community engagement
- Discussion of potential odor metrics for South Wake County Landfill to be proposed at June 15 working group meeting
- Joint workshop with Planning Board for CTP and UDO items
At a June 8, 2021 budget workshop, the Holly Springs Town Council reached consensus to move to an alternate Traffic Impact Analysis process in which the Town's consultant conducts the study and the developer's consultant reviews it. Council also agreed to keep schools as a special use in residential zoning, to allow flexibility in replacing street trees with different species, and to direct landfill odor work to a new workgroup with Wake County and GFL while ending the resident sub-committee. No formal votes were recorded except the motion to adjourn, which passed unanimously.
- Consensus: switch TIA studies to Town's consultant, with developer's consultant reviewing
- Consensus: keep schools as a special use in residential zoning
- Consensus: allow flexibility to replace street trees with different species
- Consensus: direct landfill odor efforts to new workgroup with Wake County and GFL; end resident sub-committee
- Adjourned at 8:47 p.m. (unanimous)
Town Council
The Holly Springs Town Council will hold its regular meeting on June 1, 2021, with key items including the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2021-22 budget, approval of the 2021 Street Resurfacing Project, and consideration of the Oakview Innovation Park Phase 1 Development Plan and developer agreement. The council will also receive updates on UNC Rex Holly Springs Hospital and NCDOT I-540, and consider deferring a housing ordinance enforcement action.
- Fiscal Year 2021-22 Budget Adoption
- 2021 Street Resurfacing Project (TOHS Eng. Proj. 21-004)
- Oakview Innovation Park Phase 1 Development Plan 21-DP-01 and Developer Agreement
- Request to defer Resolution for Town Attorney to Petition Court for Compliance with Minimum Housing Ordinance at 1113 N. Main St. for 60 days
- UNC Rex Holly Springs Hospital Update and NCDOT I-540 Update
The Town Council unanimously adopted the Fiscal Year 2021-22 budget ordinance (21-14) and approved the 2021 Street Resurfacing Project, awarding a $1,105,000 contract to Turner Asphalt Inc. and a $14,000 geotechnical contract to NV5 Engineers and Consultants, Inc. Council also approved Oakview Innovation Park Phase 1, including waivers and a developer agreement, and deferred a Minimum Housing Ordinance resolution for 60 days. The June 15 meeting was cancelled and moved to June 22.
- Adopted FY2021-22 Town Budget Ordinance 21-14 (unanimous)
- Approved $654,752 Powell Bill budget amendment for street resurfacing (unanimous)
- Awarded 2021 Street Resurfacing contract to Turner Asphalt Inc. for $1,105,000 (unanimous)
- Awarded geotechnical contract to NV5 Engineers and Consultants, Inc. for $14,000 (unanimous)
- Approved Oakview Innovation Park Phase 1 development plan with conditions (unanimous)
- Approved Oakview Innovation Park Phase 1 Developer Agreement (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 21-14 approving waivers for Oakview Innovation Park Phase 1 (unanimous)
- Deferred Minimum Housing Ordinance Resolution 21-04 for 60 days (unanimous)
Town Council
The Holly Springs Town Council is holding a workshop to review and discuss the recommended budget and other financial considerations for the upcoming fiscal year. The meeting includes an overview by the Town Manager and is open to the public in person and via Zoom.
- Review and discussion of recommended budget
- Other financial considerations
The Holly Springs Town Council reached consensus to reject the Arbor Creek-Middle Creek Greenway bids on June 15 and to swap the Aldenwood spur for a Linksland connection. The council voted 4-1 to direct the Town Manager to find offsets in the vehicle replacement program and use $20,000 in Council holdbacks to fund an additional Investigations position, which would reduce School Resource Officers at Holly Springs High School from two to one. The council also agreed to keep the Chamber of Commerce funding amount unchanged, with disbursement subject to the Chamber providing more information, and to wait on Muses-Ting greenway enhancements until a townwide prioritization is complete. No final budget adoption occurred; the meeting was a workshop.
- Consensus to reject Arbor Creek-Middle Creek Greenway bids on June 15 and re-advertise later
- Consensus to remove the Aldenwood spur and add a Linksland connection in the greenway redesign
- Approved 4-1 (Berry, Villadsen, McGrath, Kelly aye; Wolff nay) directing staff to find vehicle-replacement offsets and use $20,000 Council holdbacks to fund an added Investigations position
- Consensus to maintain Chamber of Commerce funding at last year's amount, with disbursement subject to the Chamber providing additional request information and a vision/priorities update
- Consensus to wait on Muses-Ting greenway enhancements until townwide greenway prioritization is completed
- Adjourned unanimously at 8:02 p.m.
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Town Council
The Holly Springs Town Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed fiscal year 2021-2022 budget. The meeting also includes updates on pedestrian safety investments, a tree advisory report, and several appointments. No formal decisions are scheduled beyond routine approvals.
- Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Budget Public Hearing
- Sidewalk, Pedestrian Safety, and Traffic Calming Community Investments Update
- Collins Park Master Plan Amendment 15-MAS-03
- NCDOT Municipal Agreement for Pedestrian Tunnel - Change Order
- Wake County Community Development Block Grant Cooperation Agreement Extension
The Holly Springs Town Council met May 18, 2021 with Mayor Pro Tem Dan Berry presiding; Mayor Sears was absent. The council approved a $90,889 supplemental agreement and budget amendment for lighting the NC540 pedestrian tunnel, adopted the Memorial Gift Program Policy (P-049), renewed the Wake County Community Development Block Grant Cooperation Agreement for 2022-2024, and appointed members to the Parks and Recreation and Tree Advisory Committees. A public hearing on the recommended Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget, totaling just over $73.6 million with no property tax rate change, drew one written comment; a budget workshop was set for May 25 and adoption planned for June 1. The Collins Park Master Plan Amendment was pulled from the agenda.
- Approved $90,889 supplemental agreement and budget amendment for NC540 pedestrian tunnel lighting (unanimous)
- Adopted Memorial Gift Program Policy P-049 (unanimous)
- Approved automatic renewal of Wake County Community Development Block Grant Cooperation Agreement for 2022-2024 (unanimous)
- Approved May 4, 2021 business meeting and May 11, 2021 workshop minutes (unanimous)
- Received monthly Budget Amendment Report
- Appointed Jody Carey, Scott Warner, and Len Lloyd to Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee, terms ending June 30, 2024 (unanimous)
- Appointed Tony McDermott to Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee, term ending June 30, 2022 (unanimous)
- Appointed Mark Volger and Kelly Oten to Tree Advisory Committee, terms ending June 30, 2024, and Adam Orsak as junior member, term ending June 30, 2022 (unanimous)
Town Council
The Town Council will receive the Town Manager's recommended Fiscal Year 2021-22 Operating Budget and Community Investment Plan. This is a workshop session for initial review; a public hearing is scheduled for May 18 and a budget workshop for May 25. The agenda also includes a closed session and adjournment.
- Recommended FY 2021-2022 Operating Budget & Community Investment Plan presentation
- Budget public hearing scheduled for May 18
- Budget workshop scheduled for May 25
The Town Manager presented a proposed $73 million budget featuring 38 new staff positions and no property tax rate change. The session was a workshop for presentation and discussion; no formal votes were taken on the budget items.
- Entered closed session to discuss economic development (Unanimous)
- Returned to open session (Unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:00 p.m. (Unanimous)
Town Council
The Holly Springs Town Council is holding public hearings on economic development agreements for My Computer Career Inc. and Skie Properties, LLC, and will vote on consent agenda items including minutes, a developer's agreement amendment, bond sale resolution, and renovation plans. New business includes a park master plan and policy amendments.
- Public hearing: Economic Development Agreement for My Computer Career Inc.
- Public hearing: Economic Development Agreement for Skie Properties, LLC
- Amendment to Developer's Agreement (dated 2/27/2020) with Helix Ventures
- Resolution for sale of General Obligation Public Improvement Bonds
- Cass Holt Road Park Master Plan and Phase One Design Services
The Holly Springs Town Council approved economic development agreements with My Computer Career for its corporate headquarters and Skie Properties for new commercial flex buildings. Council authorized the issuance of $31 million in General Obligation Public Improvement Bonds and awarded a $149,250 master planning contract for the Cass Holt Road Park. In other business, Council updated its electronic meeting rules, adopted a policy on political activity on town property, and disbursed $23,309 in school safety grants.
- Approved Economic Development Agreement and up to $475,000 grant for My Computer Career (unanimous)
- Approved Economic Development Agreement with tax rebate grant for Skie Properties, LLC (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 21-13 issuing $31M in General Obligation Public Improvement Bonds (unanimous)
- Awarded $115,170 Town Hall Annex renovation contract to Southeastern Interiors (unanimous)
- Awarded $149,250 Cass Holt Road Park master plan contract to CLH Design, P.A. (unanimous)
- Adopted amended Electronic Meetings Policy AD-15.01 (unanimous)
- Adopted Policy P-048 on Political Activities on Town Property (unanimous)
- Allocated $23,309 in state school safety and anti-bullying grants across 12 area schools (unanimous)
Town Council
The Holly Springs Town Council is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine items like minutes, budget amendments, bonds, sewer inspections, and a software renewal. New business includes an administrative decision on the Oasis Church development plan amendment and approval of FY 2020-2021 nonprofit grants, with other business on greenway spur connections.
- Oasis Church Development Plan Amendment 19-DP-08-A01 administrative decision and developer agreement
- Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Nonprofit Grants
- Adopt Final Resolution 21-12 for FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies Limited Obligation Bonds
- Inspection & Evaluation of 19 Sanitary Sewer Pump Stations (TOHS 21-002)
- Arbor Creek/Middle Creek Greenway Spur Connections
The Holly Springs Town Council approved a development plan amendment and developer agreement for Oasis Church on Ralph Stephens Road, allowing phased construction of a larger building with 222 parking spaces. The Council also awarded $25,000 in Civic Nonprofit Grants to 13 organizations and approved several consent agenda items, including a $74,754 sewer pump station inspection contract and a $98,231 annual Microsoft renewal. A vote on remaining DPI grant funds was delayed to the first meeting in May due to a clerical issue. No action was taken on greenway spur connections; staff will report back after construction bids are received.
- Approved Oasis Church development plan amendment 19-DP-08-A01 with modified conditions (unanimous)
- Approved Developer Agreement for Oasis Church (unanimous)
- Awarded $25,000 in Civic Nonprofit Grants to 13 organizations (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, budget report, and Resolution 21-12 for FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies bonds (unanimous)
- Approved $74,754 contract with Hazen and Sawyer for inspection of 19 sanitary sewer pump stations (unanimous)
- Awarded Microsoft Enterprise Agreement renewal to SHI International for three years at $98,231 annually (unanimous)
- Tabled DPI grant fund allocation to first meeting in May due to clerical issue
- No action taken on Arbor Creek/Middle Creek Greenway spur connections; staff to report back after bids
Town Council
The Holly Springs Town Council holds a workshop to review an affordable housing study proposal, a landfill metrics update, a draft policy on political activity on town property, and an overview of American Rescue Plan funding. The meeting also includes updates from the Town Clerk and Town Attorney.
- Affordable Housing RFP: proposed study components including market analysis and community goals
- Landfill Sub-Committee update on odor metrics analysis for Wake County
- Draft policy review on permissible political activity on town property
- American Rescue Plan funding overview and eligible expenditure areas
- Quarterly update from Town Clerk and Town Attorney
The Holly Springs Town Council met in a workshop on April 13, 2021 and reached consensus on several items without formal votes. The council agreed to move forward with an affordable housing study, to follow Option 2 for allocating the expected $11.07 million American Rescue Plan funds (directing $5.0 million to water and sewer infrastructure and holding $0.5 million for later), and to watch a state tree-ordinance bill. The council also received updates on landfill odor data and a draft policy on political activity on Town property, which is expected to return for possible adoption in May. No action was taken in closed session.
- Consensus to move forward with an affordable housing study, with funding through the FY22 budget and an RFP planned for summer 2021
- Consensus to follow Option 2 for American Rescue Plan funds: allocate $5.0 million to water and sewer infrastructure in the FY21-22 budget and keep $0.5 million available for future allocation
- Directed that the draft political activity on Town property policy return for possible adoption at the first meeting in May with requested changes
- Agreed to move 'chat' function and Zoom camera access items from the political activity policy to the Electronic Meetings Policy
- Consensus to watch the General Assembly bill on municipal tree ordinances and act if it gains traction
- Closed session held under N.C.G.S. 143-318.11(a)(3) and (4) on two economic development issues and legal matters; no action taken
- Motion to enter closed session (McGrath/Villadsen) passed unanimously; motion to return to open session (Wolff/Kelly) passed unanimously
- Motion to adjourn (Villadsen/McGrath) passed unanimously; meeting adjourned at 9:05 pm
Town Council
The Holly Springs Town Council will hold public hearings on a rezoning at 1317 N. Main Street and on economic development agreement and bond financing for FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies. They will also discuss a transportation and parks bond projects update, adopt the FY2021-22 strategic plan, and consider a Motorola contract for body-worn/in-car camera systems.
- Rezoning 20-REZ-03 at 1317 N. Main Street (Sportsmanship Way) – continued public hearing
- Economic Development Agreement and Limited Obligation Bond Financing for FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies
- Motorola Contract for Body Worn/In Car Camera System
- FY2021-22 Strategic Plan
- Vehicle and Equipment Replacement Request
The Town Council approved rezoning 20 acres at 1317 N. Main Street (Sportsmanship Way) for a mixed-use project including 124 affordable housing units and commercial space, with one member voting no. The Council also unanimously approved an Economic Development Agreement and limited obligation bond financing to bring FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies to Holly Springs, including the purchase of 150 acres for $21 million. Other decisions included a $836,801 five-year contract for police body-worn and in-car cameras, a $1,660,831 budget amendment for vehicle and equipment replacement, and adoption of the FY2021-22 Strategic Plan. No substantive decisions were made on the transportation and parks bond project updates, which were informational only.
- Approved rezoning RZ21-01 for 1317 N. Main Street (Sportsmanship Way) to allow mixed-use development with 124 affordable housing units (4-1, McGrath nay)
- Approved Development Agreement for the 1317 N. Main Street project (unanimous)
- Approved Economic Development Agreement with FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies (unanimous)
- Approved Limited Obligation Bond financing to purchase land for FUJIFILM (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 21-11 authorizing application to the Local Government Commission for bond financing (unanimous)
- Authorized Town Manager to execute land purchase options with Helix Ventures and Chandler Property Group (unanimous)
- Approved $836,801 five-year contract with Motorola for police body-worn and in-car camera system (unanimous)
- Approved $1,660,831 budget amendment for vehicle and equipment replacement (unanimous)
Town Council
The Holly Springs Town Council is holding a regular meeting with multiple public hearings on development items, including a special exception use for a business park tract, voluntary annexation and subdivision for Regency at Holly Springs, a rezoning at 1317 N. Main Street, and the Norris Crossing rezoning. The council will also hear a legislative public hearing on the Parks, Recreation and Greenways Master Plan. The consent agenda includes budget amendments, a tree removal, pump station upgrades, and a speed limit concurrence.
- Public hearing: Holly Springs Business Park Tract E Special Exception Use 20-SEU-05 / 20-DP-08
- Public hearing: Voluntary Annexation A20-09, Regency at Holly Springs
- Public hearing: 1317 N. Main Street (Sportsmanship Way) Rezoning 20-REZ-03
- Public hearing: Norris Crossing Rezoning 20-REZ-04
- Consent: Twelve Oaks Pump Station Upgrade Phase 2 Design (TOHS 18-005)
The Town Council approved a Special Exception Use, development plan and waivers for five commercial and laboratory buildings in Holly Springs Business Park Tract E, and adopted an ordinance annexing about 119 acres owned by ESC Ventures LLC for the Regency Holly Springs subdivision, then approved its Development Options Plan. The council also adopted the updated Parks, Recreation and Greenways Master Plan, continued the 1317 N. Main Street rezoning hearing to April 6, and voted 4-1 to table the Norris Crossing rezoning. Several items passed on the consent agenda, including a $10,000 Development Services review fee budget increase and a speed limit ordinance on Honeycutt Road.
- Approved Resolution 21-08 and the Special Exception Use and waivers for Holly Springs Business Park Tract E (unanimous)
- Approved the Holly Springs Business Park Tract E Development Plan with conditions (unanimous)
- Adopted Annexation Ordinance A20-09 annexing 119+/- acres owned by ESC Ventures LLC (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 21-09 and the waiver for Regency Holly Springs (unanimous)
- Approved Development Options Plan 20-DO-01 for Regency Holly Springs with conditions, plus a condition for a Developer Agreement on a 300-foot sidewalk (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 21-10, Comprehensive Plan Amendment 21-CPA-01, adopting the Parks, Recreation and Greenway Master Plan (unanimous)
- Continued the 1317 N. Main Street rezoning public hearing to April 6, 2021 (unanimous)
- Tabled the Norris Crossing rezoning (4-1, Berry nay)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Town Council
The Holly Springs Town Council is holding a workshop to discuss several key items, including an update on the Comprehensive Transportation Plan, proposed updates to the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Strategic Plan, and modifications to the Electronic Meetings Policy. They will also review a development agreement for a mixed-use project at 1317 N. Main Street and discuss the role of the Council's Landfill Committee. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion and feedback session.
- Comprehensive Transportation Plan (CTP) update with Phase 1 public engagement results
- Fiscal Year 2021-22 Strategic Plan check-in and proposed updates
- Electronic Meetings Policy modifications in light of current statutes and COVID pandemic
- Development agreement discussion for 1317 N. Main Street mixed-use commercial project
- Council Landfill Committee role and future work efforts
The Holly Springs Town Council held a workshop session to discuss ongoing projects rather than make final votes. They agreed to conclude the Landfill Committee's work and shift focus to a new leadership working group with Wake County. Council also reviewed proposed terms for a development agreement at 1317 N. Main Street, which will be voted on in April.
- Agreed to conclude Landfill Committee and sub-committee work
- Directed sub-committee to identify top 5-10 metrics within 75 days
- Agreed to revise Electronic Meetings Policy to align with state statute
- Agreed to leave proposed Charter amendment for tree regulation as-is
- Reviewed proposed terms for 1317 N. Main Street development agreement
- Agreed to move agenda item 6 to the end for closed session discussion
Town Council
The Holly Springs Town Council will conduct a legislative public hearing regarding a text amendment to the Unified Development Ordinance. The meeting also includes a presentation from Wake County Southern Regional Center and discussions on staff reclassifications and an external auditor recommendation.
- Public hearing for Unified Development Ordinance Text Amendment 21-UDO-01 (Section 3.03 TV Town Village)
- Oath of Office for the Planning Board
- Recommendation of External Auditor for Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2021
- Staff Position Reclassifications
- Together on Center Stage Anti-Bullying Grant
The Town Council unanimously approved a $5,000 sub-grant to Together on Center Stage for anti-bullying initiatives and adopted a Unified Development Ordinance text amendment to correct a drafting error in the Village District zoning. The Council also approved staff reclassifications, an external auditor contract, and accepted a donation from the Schroeder family to add swings and a memorial bench to Womble Park. A resolution supporting the Equal Rights Amendment was debated but not adopted; instead, Council members agreed to receive educational materials on the topic.
- Approved $5,000 sub-grant to Together on Center Stage (unanimous)
- Adopted UDO Text Amendment 21-01 for Village District (unanimous)
- Approved staff reclassifications for Paralegal and Water Resources Director (unanimous)
- Approved Cherry Bekaert LLP as external auditor for three years (unanimous)
- Accepted Schroeder family donation for Womble Park playground expansion
- Oath of office administered to Planning Board member Rick Madoni
- Agreed to support Mayoral Proclamation for Women’s History Month
- Debated Equal Rights Amendment resolution; agreed to receive educational info instead
Town Council
The Holly Springs Town Council will hold public hearings on a voluntary annexation, a PUD amendment, and several special exception use requests, including for Rhamkatte Village, Rhamkatte Plaza, 201 W Elm, and Woods Creek Elementary. The council will also consider consent agenda items such as budget amendments and a utility relocation agreement. Public comment is being accepted in writing due to COVID-19 restrictions.
- Voluntary Annexation A20-09, Regency at Holly Springs
- Rhamkatte Village PUD Amendment 00-PUD-05-A11
- Rhamkatte Plaza Development Plan and Special Exception Use 20-DP-10 / 20-SEU-06 / 20-SEU-13
- 201 W Elm Special Exception Use 20-SEU-11
- I-540 Utility Relocation Agreement (TOHS Eng. Proj. #18-011)
The Town Council approved the Rhamkatte Plaza development plan with special exception uses, variances and waivers, and approved the Woods Creek Elementary School special exception use, development plan, variance and waivers. It also approved a PUD amendment for Rhamkatte Village changing street trees from red maple to crepe myrtle, a special exception use for an accessory dwelling unit at 201 W. Elm Avenue, and an I-540 utility relocation agreement with NCDOT/Turnpike Authority that increases the project budget by $95,000. A public hearing on voluntary annexation A20-09 (Regency at Holly Springs) was opened and continued to March 16, 2021 at the petitioner's request. All recorded votes were unanimous.
- Approved Rhamkatte Plaza development plan with special exception uses, variances and waivers (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 21-05 accepting findings of fact for Rhamkatte Plaza (unanimous)
- Approved Rhamkatte Village PUD amendment 00-PUD-05-A11 changing street trees from red maple to crepe myrtle (unanimous)
- Approved special exception use for an accessory dwelling unit at 201 W. Elm Avenue (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 21-06 accepting findings of fact for 201 W. Elm Avenue (unanimous)
- Approved Woods Creek Elementary School special exception use, development plan, variance and waivers (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 21-07 accepting findings of fact for Woods Creek Elementary School (unanimous)
- Approved I-540 utility relocation agreement with NCDOT/Turnpike Authority and increased project budget by $95,000 (unanimous)
Town Council
The Holly Springs Town Council is holding a workshop to review the final draft of the Parks, Recreation and Greenways Master Plan, a 10-year planning document, and to discuss the development of a policy on political activities on town property. The council is seeking feedback before the plan's anticipated adoption on March 2nd. The meeting also includes an open discussion and a closed session.
- Parks, Recreation & Greenways Master Plan – final draft and priority recommendations presented by McAdams
- Discussion on policy development for political activities on town property
- Anticipated adoption of the Master Plan at the March 2nd Town Council meeting
The Holly Springs Town Council held a workshop session to review the final draft of the Parks, Recreation and Greenways Master Plan ahead of an anticipated March 2 adoption vote. Staff and consultants also presented draft policies regarding political activities on town property, and the Council discussed a local zoning inquiry regarding a farm-based day camp proposal. No formal ordinance adoption votes occurred during this workshop.
- Adjourned the workshop meeting unanimously on a motion by Councilwoman Kelly and seconded by Councilman Berry (unanimous vote)
Town Council
The Holly Springs Town Council is holding a two-day retreat to discuss municipal planning trends, translate community character into UDO policy updates, review strategic plan updates and community survey results, and assess COVID-19's impact on the local economy and revenue. They will also review the FY 2021-22 budget outlook, including the operating budget, community investment plan, and development fee report. This is a working session, not a regular voting meeting, so no formal decisions are expected.
- Panel on trends and best practices in municipal planning
- UDO policy update work session
- Strategic plan updates and community survey review
- COVID-19 impact on local economy and revenue outlook
- FY 2021-22 budget outlook and development fee report
The Town Council conducted a two-day retreat focused on updating the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO), reviewing strategic plan progress, and forecasting budget needs. No formal votes were taken on policy changes or budget appropriations during the session.
- Adjourned the annual retreat (unanimous)
Town Council
The Holly Springs Town Council is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine items such as approving minutes, a voluntary annexation, a farmers market fee schedule amendment, a greenway project amendment, and a lease agreement. Under new business, the council will consider a resolution directing the town attorney to petition the court for compliance with the minimum housing ordinance. Public comment is being accepted in writing due to mass gathering restrictions.
- Voluntary Annexation A20-09, Regency at Holly Springs
- Farmers Market Fee Schedule Amendment
- Arbor/Middle Creek Greenway Project Amendment #1
- Lease Agreement for 376 & 378 Raleigh Street
- Resolution for Town Attorney to Petition Court for Compliance with the Minimum Housing Ordinance
The Holly Springs Town Council voted unanimously to defer for 90 days, until May 1, 2021, a resolution directing the Town Attorney to petition Superior Court to force a Raleigh property owner to comply with Minimum Housing Standards. The Council also approved a lease agreement for 376 & 378 Raleigh Street using restricted funds, and approved the consent agenda including minutes, a voluntary annexation resolution, Farmers Market vendor fee changes, and an $80,600 budget amendment for the Arbor/Middle Creek Greenway Project. In closed session, staff were directed to continue engagement on two economic development matters.
- Deferred Resolution 21-04 (minimum housing court petition) 90 days to May 1, 2021 (unanimous)
- Approved lease agreement for 376 & 378 Raleigh Street (unanimous)
- Approved January 19, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 21-03 on Annexation Petition A20-09, Regency at Holly Springs; set public hearing for February 16, 2021 (unanimous)
- Approved Farmers Market vendor fee changes (unanimous)
- Approved $80,600 budget amendment for SEPI Amendment #1 and land acquisition/easement budget for Arbor/Middle Creek Greenway trail alignment (unanimous)
- Adopted agenda with Item 10 (lease agreement) pulled from consent for discussion (unanimous)
- Directed staff to continue engagement on two economic development projects in closed session (unanimous)
Town Council
The Holly Springs Town Council is meeting to conduct public hearings on two development items: a major amendment to the Rhamkatte Village Planned Unit Development and a special exception use and development plan for the Fairview Well Site. The council will also recognize a retiring employee, receive an update on LaunchHOLLYSPRINGS, and consider consent agenda items including road widening, parking lot repairs, and the annual zoning map certification.
- Public hearing: Rhamkatte Village PUD Major Amendment 00-PUD-05-A11
- Public hearing: Fairview Well Site Special Exception Use 20-SEU-12 and Development Plan 20-DP-15
- Holly Springs Road Widening Phase 2 Amendment #3 (TOHS Project #19-009)
- Bass Lake Parking Lot Repair (TOHS Proj. #18-013 Ph. 2)
- Annual Certification of Zoning Map
Council approved a development plan and variances for a relocated well site in the Extra Territorial Jurisdiction. The body also appointed several members to the Planning Board and Board of Adjustment and approved multiple infrastructure contracts.
- Approved Fairview Wooded Acres Well Site Development Plan and Resolution 21-01 (Unanimous)
- Forwarded Rhamkatte Village PUD Major Amendment 00-PUD-05-A11 to Planning Board (Unanimous)
- Approved $152,000 contract amendment for Holly Springs Road Widening Phase 2 (Unanimous)
- Awarded $167,722 parking lot and sidewalk contract to Eastern Services, LLC (Unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 21-02 for annual re-certification of the Zoning Map (Unanimous)
- Approved 2021 Local, State, and Federal Legislative Agenda (Unanimous)
- Appointed Cody Loughridge, Jeffrey Jones, Rick Madoni, Courtney Patterson, and Joanna Holder to boards (Unanimous)
- Appointed Christian Youngbluth as alternate member of the Board of Adjustment (Unanimous)
Town Council
The Holly Springs Town Council is holding a workshop to discuss and potentially decide on several key items: the implementation of body-worn cameras for the police department, a mid-year budget review to assess COVID-19 impacts, a draft 2021 legislative agenda, and proposed road renames. The meeting includes a closed session.
- Body-worn cameras: Council to consider path forward and funding options for BWC implementation
- Mid-year budget review: staff to outline revenue trends and projections for General Fund
- Draft 2021 legislative agenda: review of intergovernmental interests at County, State, Federal levels
- Road renames: Old Holly Springs-Apex Rd to Bennet Knoll PKWY and Woodson Road; Holly Springs New Hill Rd to New Hill Rd
- Discussion on ZIP Code modification in northwest area of Town
The Council held a workshop to review a proposed $840,800 body-worn and in-car camera program and a mid-year budget report. No formal actions were taken on these items, though consensus was reached to move forward with the camera program and a draft legislative agenda.
- Consensus to proceed with body-worn camera program (no formal action taken)
- Consensus to move draft 2021 Legislative Agenda to next meeting's consent agenda
- Approved entry into closed session (Unanimous)
- Approved return to open session (Unanimous)
- Approved adjournment (Unanimous)
Town Council
The Holly Springs Town Council is holding a regular meeting with updates on the UNC Rex Holly Springs Hospital, the Comprehensive Transportation Plan, and the fiscal year 2019-2020 financial report. The agenda also includes recognitions, a consent agenda item for a water infrastructure contract, and a closed session.
- Update on UNC Rex Holly Springs Hospital
- Comprehensive Transportation Plan (CTP) Update
- Presentation of FY 2019-2020 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR)
- PLANWake: Wake County Comprehensive Plan Update
- America's Water Infrastructure Act (AWIA) Risk and Resilience Assessment/Emergency Response Plan Contract Approval
The Town Council approved a contract for a water risk and resilience assessment and approved the December 15, 2020, meeting minutes. Council also received updates on the UNC Rex Holly Springs Hospital, the Comprehensive Transportation Plan, and the Wake County Comprehensive Plan update.
- Awarded $130,390 contract to Freese and Nichols for AWIA Risk and Resilience Assessment/Emergency Response Plan (Unanimous)
- Approved minutes from December 15, 2020, business meeting (Unanimous)
- Adopted January 5, 2021, meeting agenda (Unanimous)