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Holly Springs public meetings in 2024

60 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 17, 2024 · 19:00

Town Council

Council to hold public hearings on PUD amendment and Amgen EDA

The Holly Springs Town Council will hold public hearings on a major amendment to the Pine Springs Academy/Holly Springs Business Park Planned Unit Development and an Economic Development Agreement with Amgen. The consent agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes, retirement of K-9 Koa, a sole-source purchase of an asphalt roller, and a technical amendment to the wastewater treatment plant design contract. New business includes a licensing agreement for fields at Ting Park.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Pine Springs Academy upper school rezoning in business park

The Holly Springs Town Council approved a major amendment to the Holly Springs Business Park Planned Unit Development, rezoning Tract E to allow a new Innovation & Institutional District for Pine Springs Academy's upper school (grades 9-12). The council also approved the associated utility allocation request. In other actions, the council approved an economic development agreement with Amgen for a $1 billion Phase 2 expansion, and a 10-year licensing agreement with Wake Futbol Club for soccer fields at North Main Athletic Complex.

Tue Dec 10, 2024 · 18:00

Town Council

Council to weigh social district, retreat topics, and closed Town Hall Annex

The Holly Springs Town Council is holding a workshop to discuss three main items: potential topics for the annual retreat, the possible creation of a social district downtown that would allow alcohol consumption in public areas, and the future of the closed Town Hall Annex Building, including options for displaced staff. The council will provide direction on these items, but no formal votes are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Council directs staff to negotiate temporary office lease for displaced Annex staff

The Holly Springs Town Council held a workshop on December 10, 2024, discussing retreat topics, a potential social district, and the Town Hall Annex building. The most consequential decision was directing staff to negotiate a temporary office space rental for employees displaced from the Annex, with Town Hall Commons as the recommended option. No formal votes were taken; the council provided guidance for staff to proceed.

Tue Dec 10, 2024 · 15:00

Development Review Committee

Holly Springs DRC to review Utley Creek water facility plan

The Development Review Committee is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes from October and discuss one development plan: 24-DP-06 for the Utley Creek Water Reclamation Facility. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

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Tue Dec 3, 2024 · 19:00

Town Council

Town Council to review annual financial report and downtown grant

The Holly Springs Town Council will hold a regular meeting on December 3, 2024, covering routine items such as the annual comprehensive financial report, budget amendments, and a downtown investment grant application. The agenda includes several consent items and one public hearing, with no major policy decisions listed.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $15.17M waterline project, $289K software deal, and $25K downtown grant

The Holly Springs Town Council approved several major items, including a $15,169,000 state-funded water conveyance project, a $289,070 software implementation agreement, and a $25,000 Downtown Investment Grant for a preschool at 109 E. Center St. The council also accepted the FY2024 audit with no material weaknesses and approved the 2025 meeting schedule. No public comments were received during the public hearing.

Wed Nov 20, 2024 · 19:00

Planning Board

Planning Board reviews major amendments for Pine Springs and Oakview Innovation

The Planning Board will discuss several land use items, including major amendments to the Pine Springs Academy/Holly Springs Business Park and the Oakview Innovation Master Plan. The board will also review a development plan for Genesuites at Oakview Innovation Park Pod C.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board recommends approval of Pine Springs Upper School PUD amendment

The Planning Board voted 6-0 to recommend Town Council approval of a major amendment to the Holly Springs Business Park PUD to allow a Pine Springs Preparatory Academy Upper School. The board also recommended approval of the Oakview Innovation Master Plan amendment (7-0) and the GeneSuites Oakview Innovation Park POD C development plan (7-0). Minutes from September 24 were approved 7-0.

Tue Nov 19, 2024 · 19:00

Town Council

Council to consider theater seat contract, comprehensive plan update

The Holly Springs Town Council is holding a regular meeting with recognitions, updates, and public hearings. Key items include a contract for theater platform and seat replacement funded by the 2023 Parks Bond, and an update to the Comprehensive Plan for Sections 4, 5, and 6. The consent agenda includes budget amendments, a stormwater grant application, and a vehicle financing agreement. A public hearing will be held on the Multi-jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $1.2M comprehensive plan update contract

The Holly Springs Town Council approved a contract with Kimley-Horn & Associates for up to $1,199,909 to update Sections 4, 5, and 6 of the Comprehensive Plan. The council also approved a $263,700 theater seating platform replacement contract and adopted the multi-jurisdictional hazard mitigation plan. All votes were unanimous.

Thu Nov 14, 2024 · 19:00

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

Parks committee to hear Bass Lake and Sugg Farm updates

The Holly Springs Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting with updates on Bass Lake and Sugg Farm, plus reports from town council and other advisory groups. The committee will also discuss the process for refilling a vacancy on the committee. Public comment is limited to 15 minutes total with 3 minutes per speaker.

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Tue Nov 12, 2024 · 18:00

Town Council

Council to review housing, parks fees, Ting Park development, fund balance

The Holly Springs Town Council is holding a workshop to discuss several topics, including Wake County housing affordability initiatives, parks and recreation fees, potential private development at Ting Park, and the use of fund balance for one-time expenditures. The council will provide direction on these items, with some potentially coming up for formal adoption at the November 19 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Council backs $1.485M fund balance spending, defers some items to retreat

The Holly Springs Town Council held a workshop and reached consensus on several items. They agreed to move forward with the TischlerBise Parkland Dedication Report and fee-in-lieu methodology, and to explore a Sports and Entertainment District at Ting Park during the February retreat. For fund balance expenditures, they decided to bring a $1.485 million budget amendment to the November 19 meeting for specific projects (Fire Station 4 land, Comp Plan updates, Ting Park repairs, safety net, Fire Station 2 kitchen), while deferring other items to the retreat. No formal votes were taken; decisions were by consensus.

Tue Oct 29, 2024 · 18:00

Town Council

Council and Planning Board discuss decision-making alignment and information sharing

The Town Council and Planning Board hold a joint workshop to discuss when their decisions might differ and how information is shared between the two bodies. The meeting includes guided discussions on decision-making alignment, information sharing, and what guidance the Council needs from the Planning Board.

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Tue Oct 15, 2024 · 19:00

Town Council

Council to hold public hearing on Symphonia rezoning and development agreement

The Holly Springs Town Council is meeting to consider a rezoning and development agreement for the Symphonia project, along with several consent agenda items including budget amendments, a police taser purchase, and a reclaimed water service agreement. The meeting also includes recognitions, a chamber update, and new business on a downtown investment grant policy and construction contracts.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Main St. and NC 55 right turn lane construction contracts

The Town Council unanimously approved construction contracts for the Main St. and NC 55 right turn lane projects, which are expected to begin in early 2025 and finish by early 2026. The council also approved the Downtown Investment Grant Policy update, a design contract for the Ting Park to Oak Hall Greenway, and several consent agenda items including an Axon Taser purchase and budget amendments. A rezoning public hearing was withdrawn by the applicant.

Mon Oct 14, 2024 · 18:00

Tree Advisory Committee

Tree committee to review Tree City USA application and street tree program

The Holly Springs Tree Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss routine business, including approving minutes from July, reviewing the Tree City USA annual application, and getting updates on the street tree replacement program and grants. They will also plan Arbor Day and education events, including HollyFest on October 26th.

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Thu Oct 10, 2024 · 19:00

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

Parks committee to discuss Eagles Landing Park and greenway projects

The Holly Springs Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss updates on Eagles Landing Park and greenway projects, along with routine items like approving minutes and electing a secretary. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

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Tue Oct 8, 2024 · 18:00

Town Council

Town Council to review park design, composting, and road project updates

The Holly Springs Town Council will hold a workshop to discuss final stages of the Eagles Landing Park design, including facade options for the Recreation Center entrance. Council will also review a composting overview and operational considerations for potential expansion of composting services. Updates on the Avent Ferry Road Phase II project and Downtown Investment Grant policy refinements will be presented for feedback.

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Mon Oct 7, 2024 · 18:30

Board of Adjustment

Board to hear variance request for property on Clapper Lane

The Holly Springs Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to consider a variance application (24-VAR-01) for a property at 141 Clapper Ln. The board will also review and approve the minutes from the September 9, 2024 meeting. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Board approves rear setback variance for screened porch at 141 Clapper Ln.

The Board of Adjustment approved Variance 24-VAR-01, allowing Chantal Callow to reduce the rear setback from 20 feet to 13 feet to construct a screened-in porch at 141 Clapper Ln. The board also approved the September 9, 2024 minutes and accepted the staff report and findings of fact. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

Tue Oct 1, 2024 · 15:00

Tree Advisory Committee

Committee to review Meridian at Sunset Lake Commons rezoning request

The Land Use Advisory Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting. The main item of business is a rezoning request for the Meridian at Sunset Lake Commons development, along with approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

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128 S. Main Street, Holly Springs
Tue Sep 24, 2024 · 19:00

Planning Board

Holly Springs Planning Board meets for routine business and training

The Holly Springs Planning Board is holding a regular meeting with a largely procedural agenda, including approval of the July 23, 2024 minutes, a training session, and reports from the Town Council representative and staff. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approves July minutes, assigns council rep

The Holly Springs Planning Board held a routine meeting with no public comments or agenda adjustments. The board approved the adjusted July 23, 2024 meeting minutes (8-0) and reassigned the October 15 Town Council representative slot from Joanna Holder to Josh Prizer. No substantive land-use decisions were made.

Tue Sep 17, 2024 · 19:00

Town Council

Council to consider LAPP application, library bond, leaf season

The Holly Springs Town Council is holding a regular meeting with several recognitions, proclamations, and a public comment period. New business includes a Locally Administered Projects Program (LAPP) application, and the consent agenda covers items like a spillway design contract amendment and a sidewalk maintenance agreement. The council will also hear about the Wake County library bond referendum and upcoming leaf season yard waste collection.

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✓ Decided: Council authorizes LAPP application for Holly Springs Road West design

The Town Council unanimously authorized staff to submit a Locally Administered Projects Program (LAPP) application for the Holly Springs Road West design project, estimated at $3 million with a 20% local match. The council also approved consent agenda items including a $24,330 change order for the Bass Lake spillway design contract and an NCDOT agreement for Sunset Lake Road sidewalk construction. Proclamations were made for Domestic Violence Awareness, Community Planning, and Cybersecurity months.

Tue Sep 10, 2024 · 18:00

Town Council

Council reviews downtown grants and park fee policies in workshop

The Town Council holds a workshop to discuss proposed changes to the Downtown Investment Grant policy and a review of Parks & Recreation fee policies. Staff will present updates on the town website and provide quarterly legal and clerk updates. No formal decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

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Tue Sep 10, 2024 · 15:00

Development Review Committee

Holly Springs DRC to review Chase Bank development plan

The Development Review Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve prior minutes and review the Chase Bank development plan (24-DP-03). No other substantive items are listed.

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Mon Sep 9, 2024 · 18:30

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment to hold training on mock variance case

The Holly Springs Board of Adjustment is meeting for a regular session. The agenda includes approval of the June 3, 2024 minutes and a training exercise involving a mock variance case. No public hearings or decision items are listed.

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✓ Decided: Board of Adjustment approves June minutes, holds training

The Holly Springs Board of Adjustment met on September 9, 2024, with a quorum present. The board approved the June 3, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0) and received variance training from staff. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 8:00 PM.

Tue Sep 3, 2024 · 15:00

Tree Advisory Committee

Land Use Advisory Committee to review Avent Ferry Road request

The Holly Springs Land Use Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss one item: a request at 2420 Avent Ferry Road. No other substantive business is listed.

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✓ Decided: LUAC reviews rezoning request for 2420 Avent Ferry Road

The Land Use Advisory Committee discussed a rezoning request for 2420 Avent Ferry Road from Rural-Residential to Neighborhood Center Residential Conditional District, proposing 18 single-family homes, 116 townhomes, and small commercial space. No formal decision was made; the committee provided feedback and suggestions, including concerns about compatibility with the Comprehensive Plan and the historic Norris Holland-Hare House. The meeting was procedural, with only the approval of the August 6, 2024 minutes as a formal action.

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Tue Sep 3, 2024 · 19:00

Town Council

Council to hear transportation update and preview land use cases

The Holly Springs Town Council is holding a regular meeting with proclamations for Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and Hispanic Heritage Month. They will receive a transportation investments update and a preview of upcoming development services land use cases. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no votes on specific ordinances or contracts listed.

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✓ Decided: Council hears transportation updates; no formal votes taken

The Holly Springs Town Council met on September 3, 2024, and received updates on transportation projects and upcoming land use cases. No substantive decisions were made; the only formal actions were adopting the agenda and entering closed session for the Town Manager's annual review. The meeting was informational, with no votes on policy or contracts.

Tue Aug 20, 2024 · 19:00

Town Council

Council to hold public hearings on two rezonings and a major subdivision

The Holly Springs Town Council will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests (Ragan Mixed-Use and Tassel Ridge) and an amendment to the Elliott Farm major subdivision, plus a voluntary annexation. The council will also consider consent agenda items including budget amendments, a mowing contract, a greenway grant, and a condemnation resolution for the Alston Ridge Greenway.

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Tue Aug 13, 2024 · 15:00

Development Review Committee

Holly Springs DRC to review OG Prime, Fifth Third Bank, and Apex forcemain plans

The Development Review Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes and review three development-related items: the OG Prime development plan, the Fifth Third Bank development plan, and the Town of Apex Big Branch 2 Forcemain civil construction drawings. These are the main items of business, with no public hearings or votes on ordinances listed.

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Tue Aug 6, 2024 · 15:00

Tree Advisory Committee

Holly Springs Land Use Advisory Committee to review property at 4500 Old Holly Springs Apex Road

The Land Use Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes from June 4, 2024, and to discuss a request or communication regarding the property at 4500 Old Holly Springs Apex Road. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: LUAC discusses mixed-use rezoning at 4500 Old Holly Springs Apex Rd

The Land Use Advisory Committee held a discussion-only session on a proposed rezoning for a mixed-use development at 4500 Old Holly Springs Apex Rd, including 300 apartments, 20 townhomes, and a fueling station. No formal decisions were made; the committee provided feedback and asked questions. The minutes were approved unanimously.

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Tue Jul 23, 2024 · 19:00

Planning Board

Planning Board to review Tassel Ridge rezoning request

The Holly Springs Planning Board will hold its regular meeting, primarily to review a plan consistency statement for the Tassel Ridge rezoning petition (24-REZ-01). The board will also consider the June 25 meeting minutes, hear public comments, and receive reports from town staff and committees. No final decisions are expected on the rezoning at this meeting.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board finds Tassel Ridge rezoning inconsistent with town plan

The Planning Board voted 4-2 to adopt a Plan Consistency Statement finding the proposed Tassel Ridge rezoning from RR to SR-CD inconsistent with the Vision Holly Springs Comprehensive Plan. The board also approved the adjusted June 25, 2024 minutes (6-0) and scheduled board representation at Town Council meetings. No public comments were made.

Tue Jul 16, 2024 · 19:00

Town Council

Town Council to vote on Kroger opioid settlement and Wegmans development extension

The Holly Springs Town Council will meet to approve a resolution for opioid settlement funds with Kroger and consider extending a development plan for Wegmans. Public hearings will address rezoning for a mixed-use project and annexation requests for new developments.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $45.9M Operations Campus Phase 1B, bonds up to $53M

The Town Council approved the Operations Campus Phase 1B with a Guaranteed Maximum Price of $45,997,192 and authorized up to $53 million in Limited Obligation Bonds. The council also approved the Explora Discovery School development plan and utility allocation, and continued the Ragan Mixed-Use rezoning public hearing to August 20, 2024.

Thu Jul 11, 2024 · 19:00

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

Senior survey results and facility needs discussed by Parks & Rec committee

The Holly Springs Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee reviewed results from a senior survey and stakeholder meetings, identifying top interests like health/fitness classes and social events, and barriers like lack of awareness. They discussed next steps including a new program specialist and potential facility needs. The committee also received project updates on parks and greenways, including costs and timelines.

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Mon Jul 8, 2024 · 18:00

Tree Advisory Committee

Tree committee to elect officers, plan HollyFest, review street tree list

The Holly Springs Tree Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, electing officers, and welcoming new members. They will also discuss the Tree City USA work plan, street tree replacement grants, and the approved street tree list, and begin planning for HollyFest on October 26th.

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Tue Jun 25, 2024 · 19:00

Planning Board

Holly Springs Planning Board meets June 25 to review rezoning and development plans

The Holly Springs Planning Board holds its regular June 25 meeting at Town Hall to review a rezoning petition for Tassel Ridge, a major subdivision plan for Elliott Farm, and a development plan for Explora Discovery School. The board will also hear public comments and receive routine reports before adjourning.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board recommends denial of Tassel Ridge rezoning (6-3)

The Planning Board voted 6-3 to recommend that Town Council deny the Tassel Ridge rezoning (24-REZ-01), which sought to change 122.29 acres from RR to SR-CD for 237 homes. The board also approved the Elliott Farm Major Subdivision (23-MAS-02) and the Explora Discovery School Development Plan (23-DP-15), both with conditions. Minutes from May 28 were approved 9-0.

Tue Jun 25, 2024 · 15:00

Development Review Committee

Holly Springs committee to review TriCity Family Medicine development plan

The Holly Springs Development Review Committee is holding its regular meeting to approve prior minutes and review development applications. The main item of business is the TriCity Family Medicine project (case 23-DP-05), which the committee will discuss or decide on. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

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Tue Jun 18, 2024 · 19:00

Town Council

Council to adopt FY 2024-25 budget, hear Fujifilm EDA

The Holly Springs Town Council will hold public hearings on several rezoning requests and a development agreement with Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies, then vote on the FY 2024-25 operating budget and community investment plan. The consent agenda includes budget amendments, a development agreement extension, and stormwater code updates. The meeting also includes proclamations and a public comment period.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts FY2024-25 budget with property tax rate held at 34.35 cents

The Holly Springs Town Council adopted the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating Budget and Community Investment Plan, maintaining the property tax rate at 34.35 cents per $100 valuation and adding 0.25 cents for transportation. The council also denied a one-year extension of a utility rate lock for the Capital Associates development, instead rejecting the extension and failing a six-month alternative. Additionally, the council approved an economic development agreement with Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies and denied the Aura Wildwood rezoning.

Thu Jun 13, 2024 · 19:00

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

Parks & Rec Committee to review budget recommendations and Eagles Landing Park update

The Holly Springs Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on budget recommendations for the parks and recreation department, as well as receive an update on the Eagles Landing Park project. The agenda also includes public comments, reports from various town groups, and recognition of outgoing and incoming committee members.

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✓ Decided: Committee tables e-bike/PEV policy discussion until fall

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee tabled a discussion on e-bike and personal electric vehicle (PEV) policy for further consideration in the fall, with no changes made to the current ban on motorized vehicles on greenways. The committee also reviewed senior programming data and discussed future expansion, including a focus group, to be revisited in the fall. Project updates were provided, including the completion of Jones Park Greenway and Horseshoe Pits at Womble Park.

Tue Jun 11, 2024 · 17:00

Town Council

✓ Decided: Council directs staff to pursue Option 2 for Eagle Landing Park funding gap

The Town Council held a workshop and directed staff to follow Option 2 for closing the Eagle Landing Park funding gap, which combines value engineering with additional funding sources. The Council also discussed the FY 2025 budget, with no final consensus reached, and received updates on the Operations Campus, Fire Station 3, and school planning. No formal votes were taken on these items.

Tue Jun 4, 2024 · 19:00

Town Council

Town Council to adopt FY2024-25 budget and hear Fujifilm economic development deal

The Holly Springs Town Council will meet on June 4, 2024, to decide on the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating Budget and Community Investment Plan, a key financial document for the town. The council will also hold a legislative public hearing on a voluntary annexation request at 2720 Woodfield Dead End Rd. and discuss an economic development agreement with Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $190K reclaimed water plan update, $75M bond resolution

The Holly Springs Town Council approved a $190,000 contract with Black and Veatch to update the Reclaimed Water Master Plan, and adopted an initial resolution authorizing up to $75 million in water and sewer revenue bonds for a water filtration facility expansion. The council also awarded a $117,500 engineering contract for street resurfacing, approved a Microsoft licensing renewal, and continued a public hearing on an economic development agreement with Fujifilm to June 18. The FY 2024-2025 budget was tabled to June 18.

Tue Jun 4, 2024 · 15:00

Town Council

Land Use Advisory Committee to review Overlook on Main rezoning

The Holly Springs Land Use Advisory Committee is meeting to review a rezoning request for Overlook on Main at 1220 N Main Street. The agenda also includes approval of the March 5, 2024 minutes and other routine business.

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128 S. Main Street, Holly Springs
Mon Jun 3, 2024 · 18:30

Board of Adjustment

Holly Springs Board of Adjustment holds routine meeting with no substantive items

The Board of Adjustment will convene a regular meeting at Holly Springs Town Hall Council Chambers. The agenda includes only procedural items such as roll call, minutes approval, and adjournment, with no decisions or discussions on zoning variances or appeals.

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Tue May 28, 2024 · 19:00

Planning Board

Planning Board to review two rezoning petitions and UDO text amendments

The Holly Springs Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to review two zone map change petitions and two UDO text amendments. The board will also hear public comments, approve minutes, and receive reports from town council and staff. No final decisions are made by the board; it provides recommendations to the Town Council.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board recommends two major rezoning approvals to Town Council

The Planning Board voted to recommend approval of two zoning map amendments to the Town Council: Ragan Mixed Use (23-REZ-03) and Aura Wildwood (23-REZ-04). Both recommendations passed with votes of 5-0 and 4-1 respectively. The board also recommended approval of two UDO text amendments (24-UDO-01 and 24-UDO-02) by 5-0 votes. No final decisions were made; all actions are recommendations to the Town Council.

Tue May 28, 2024 · 18:00

Town Council

Town Council reviews FY 2024-25 budget, property tax rates, yard waste program

The Holly Springs Town Council is holding a budget workshop to discuss the recommended FY 2024-25 budget, including property tax rate comparisons with other Wake County local governments, proposed use of fund balance for pay-as-you-go capital projects, and an update on the yard waste program. Council members may propose amendments, but any changes require support from at least three members and must keep the budget balanced.

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✓ Decided: Council agrees to raise tax rate to 5 cents above revenue neutral

The Holly Springs Town Council held a budget workshop to review the recommended FY 2024-25 budget. After discussion, the Council reached consensus to increase the property tax rate to 5 cents above the revenue neutral rate (from the recommended 34.35 cents per $100 valuation), with debt affordability set to .75 cents, and to cut .1 cent from the general fund to balance the budget. They also agreed to cut the July workshop and stay the course on the yard waste program. No formal votes were taken; decisions were by consensus.

Tue May 21, 2024 · 19:00

Town Council

Council to hold public hearings on rezoning, budget, and Fujifilm deal

The Holly Springs Town Council is holding a regular meeting with several public hearings, including a rezoning for the Holly Springs Operations Campus, a quasi-judicial hearing on its development plan, a text amendment on outdoor advertising signs, an economic development agreement with Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies, and the FY 2024-25 budget. The consent agenda includes routine items like minutes, budget amendments, a stormwater grant resolution, and a construction contract for Sugg Farm Nature Play & Sensory Trail.

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✓ Decided: Council approves rezoning for Holly Springs Operations Campus

The Town Council approved the rezoning of a parcel from RR Rural Residential to HI-CD Heavy Industrial Conditional District for the Holly Springs Operations Campus, along with the associated Development Plan. The Council also approved a UDO text amendment allowing outdoor advertising signs in certain districts, passing on a tie-breaking vote by the Mayor. Several other items were approved on the consent agenda, including contracts for a nature play area and greenway construction.

Tue May 14, 2024 · 15:00

Development Review Committee

Holly Springs DRC to review four development plans including Fujifilm expansion

The Holly Springs Development Review Committee is holding a regular meeting to review and discuss four development applications: SVG Concrete, Old Holly Springs Apex Medical Office Building, Norris Crossing Amenity Center, and Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies Phase 2. The committee will also approve minutes from the January 23, 2024 meeting and handle any other business.

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Tue May 14, 2024 · 18:00

Town Council

Council receives recommended FY2024-25 budget presentation

The Holly Springs Town Council is holding a workshop to receive the recommended Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating Budget & Community Investment Plan from the Town Manager and Budget Director. No decisions are being made at this meeting; a public hearing is scheduled for May 21 and a budget workshop for May 28.

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Tue May 7, 2024 · 18:00

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

Parks committee tours Apex park instead of regular meeting

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee is holding a tour of Apex Pleasant Park on May 7, 2024, in place of its regularly scheduled May 9 meeting. The agenda contains no decisions or discussion items, only the tour logistics and contact information for Julie Tew.

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Tue Apr 23, 2024 · 19:00

Planning Board

Planning Board to review operations campus rezoning and sign rules

The Holly Springs Planning Board is holding its regular meeting to review two main items: a rezoning and development plan for the Holly Springs Operations Campus, and a text amendment to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding outdoor advertising signs. The board will also consider minutes from the March 26 meeting and receive reports from town council and staff.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board recommends rezoning for Holly Springs Operations Campus

The Planning Board voted unanimously to recommend Town Council approval of a zone map change and development plan for the Holly Springs Operations Campus, a 30.95-acre site to be rezoned from RR Rural Residential to HI-CD Heavy Industrial Conditional District. The board also recommended approval of a UDO text amendment to regulate outdoor advertising, but with a 5-4 vote to apply it only to the HI district, not as originally submitted. The board approved the March 26, 2024 minutes and made no other substantive decisions.

Tue Apr 16, 2024 · 19:00

Town Council

Holly Springs Town Council considers annexations, park plans, and grants

The Holly Springs Town Council will meet on April 16, 2024, to consider public hearings on a voluntary annexation at 11623 Holly Springs New Hill Rd., the Eagles Landing Park rezoning, and the Eagles Landing Park development plan. Other agenda items include the FY2024-2025 Strategic Plan adoption, FY2023-2024 Nonprofit Grants, and various contracts and ordinances.

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Tue Apr 9, 2024 · 18:00

Town Council

Holly Springs Town Council to discuss project management, UDO updates, and FY25 budget

The Holly Springs Town Council will hold a workshop to discuss organizational project management findings, Unified Development Ordinance updates, micro-transit considerations, and the FY25 budget process. The council will also receive an update on a public safety pay classification study and hold a closed session for economic development recruitment.

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✓ Decided: Council reviews UDO changes, microtransit, and public safety pay study

The Holly Springs Town Council held a workshop on April 9, 2024, receiving updates on the Project Management and Delivery Study, Land Use & Transportation initiatives, and the budget. No formal votes were taken; discussions focused on proposed UDO amendments (including lot sizes, conditional zoning, and billboard regulations), microtransit feasibility, and a public safety pay classification study. The Council entered closed session to discuss an economic development incentive.

Mon Apr 8, 2024 · 18:00

Tree Advisory Committee

Holly Springs Tree Advisory Committee meets on April 8, 2024

The Holly Springs Tree Advisory Committee held a regular meeting at the Holly Springs Town Hall Council Chambers. The agenda consists entirely of procedural and administrative matters, including the approval of past minutes from October 9, 2023, and January 8, 2024. General business items include updates and discussions on Wild About Nature, Arbor Day, and street tree replacements.

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Mon Apr 1, 2024 · 18:30

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment holds organizational meeting, elects chair and vice chair

The Holly Springs Board of Adjustment is meeting for its regular session, which includes an organizational component to elect a chairperson and vice chairperson. The board will also review the minutes from its November 6, 2023 meeting and discuss training. No public hearings or decision items are listed on this agenda.

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✓ Decided: Holly Springs Board of Adjustment elects new chair and vice chair

The Board of Adjustment held a procedural meeting, electing Ben Copeland as Chair and Jayson Greene as Vice Chair, both by unanimous 5-0 votes. The board also approved the November 6, 2023 minutes and received a staff training presentation. No substantive land-use decisions were made.

Tue Mar 26, 2024 · 19:00

Planning Board

Planning Board to review Eagle's Landing Park rezoning and development plan

The Holly Springs Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to conduct organizational business, including the appointment of board leadership and committee representatives. The board will also review a rezoning petition and development plan for Eagle's Landing Park and discuss updates to the 2035 Wake Transit Plan.

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Tue Mar 19, 2024 · 19:00

Town Council

Town Council to vote on annexation, zoning map, and tech center amendment

The Holly Springs Town Council will meet to approve minutes, amend the monthly budget, and hold public hearings on a major zoning amendment and two annexations. They will also discuss a transit plan update and a reimbursement agreement with the North Carolina DOT for traffic signal upgrades.

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Tue Mar 12, 2024 · 18:00

Town Council

Holly Springs Town Council to discuss strategic planning and budget outlook

The Town Council will hold a workshop to review updates to the town's Strategic Plan and receive a preliminary outlook on the upcoming fiscal year budget. Council members will also provide feedback on employer branding strategies for staff recruitment and evaluate project delivery options for the Avent Ferry Road pedestrian improvements. Additionally, the council will discuss the Street Tree Replacement Program and potential corridor beautification efforts.

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Tue Mar 5, 2024 · 19:00

Town Council

Council to review fire station alerting contract and land use cases

The Holly Springs Town Council is holding a regular meeting with recognitions, updates from the Chamber of Commerce and LaunchHOLLYSPRINGS, and a consent agenda. Key items include a contract for the Fire Station 3 alerting system and a preview of upcoming development services land use cases. The meeting also includes a public comment period and a closed session.

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Tue Mar 5, 2024 · 15:00

Town Council

Land Use Committee to review Graham Wood property request

The Holly Springs Land Use Advisory Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss a request regarding the Graham Wood Property at 1432 Avent Ferry Road. No other substantive business is listed.

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✓ Decided: LUAC discusses 122-unit 55+ rezoning at 1432 Avent Ferry Road

The Land Use Advisory Committee discussed a request to rezone 39.34 acres at 1432 Avent Ferry Road from RR to MXR-CD for a 122-unit age-restricted development. No formal decision was made; the committee suggested further study, including a sewer study and consideration of a gravity system. The minutes were approved unanimously.

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Tue Feb 27, 2024 · 19:00

Planning Board

Planning Board to review Green Oaks Tech Center PUD amendment

The Holly Springs Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to review a major amendment to the Green Oaks Tech Center Planned Unit Development (PUD), along with minutes, reports, and other business. The board is discussing, not deciding, the zone map change petition.

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Tue Feb 20, 2024 · 19:00

Town Council

Holly Springs Town Council considers rezoning, grants, and utility plans

The Holly Springs Town Council will meet on February 20, 2024, to discuss and decide on various town matters. The agenda includes public hearings for the Friendship Road Industrial Development Plan and the Village Gate Rezoning, as well as new business regarding a water shortage response plan and a design contract for the Utley Creek Water Reclamation Facility expansion. The council will also address consent items such as a voluntary annexation at 12037 Holly Springs New Hill Rd. and development plan expiration extensions.

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Thu Feb 8, 2024 · 18:00

Town Council

Holly Springs Town Council holds three-day strategic planning retreat

The Holly Springs Town Council is meeting in Winston-Salem for a three-day retreat to discuss the town's strategic plan, budget outlook, and service delivery. The agenda includes presentations on demographic shifts, financial metrics, transportation investments, and downtown development. No formal legislative actions or votes are scheduled for this retreat.

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Tue Feb 6, 2024 · 15:00

Town Council

The Land Use Advisory Committee will discuss the South Wake Landfill project.

The Holly Springs Land Use Advisory Committee is meeting to review administrative items and discuss the South Wake Landfill Renewable Natural Gas Facility. The committee will also consider approval of the minutes from their December 5, 2023, meeting.

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Tue Jan 23, 2024 · 19:00

Planning Board

Holly Springs Planning Board meets Tuesday with rezoning and industrial plan reviews

The Holly Springs Planning Board will hold its regular meeting at Town Hall to review a rezoning petition for Village Gate and a development plan for the Friendship Road Industrial project. The board will also hear public comments and receive reports from town officials and committees.

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Tue Jan 16, 2024 · 19:00

Town Council

Holly Springs Town Council to hold public hearing on Honeycutt/Wade Nash Road plan

The Holly Springs Town Council will hold a legislative public hearing regarding the Honeycutt/Wade Nash Road Comprehensive Plan Amendment. The Council will also consider a municipal agreement with the NCDOT for a bridge replacement at NC 751 and US 1 and conduct annual appointments to the Planning Board and Board of Adjustment.

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Mon Jan 8, 2024 · 18:00

Tree Advisory Committee

Tree committee to plan pruning, Arbor Day, and tree replacement funds

The Holly Springs Tree Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss routine business, including planning a tree pruning event, Arbor Day and Creek Week activities, street tree replacement funds, and updates on the Tree City USA application. The agenda is mostly procedural and planning-focused, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

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