Laurinburg public meetings in 2024
15 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Laurinburg City Council is meeting to consider a rezoning request for a parcel on Harry Malloy Road from Residential-20MH to Industrial, which will be the subject of a public hearing. The council will also vote on several consent agenda items, including resolutions for previously approved rezonings and a special use permit, a resolution to withdraw from the Regional Land Use Advisory Commission, and budget amendments. Additionally, they will hear reports from city staff and consider a vendor financing agreement for police in-car cameras.
- Public hearing on rezoning Parcel #010245 01064 on Harry Malloy Road from Residential-20MH to Industrial
- Resolution R-2024-26 to withdraw from interlocal agreement with Regional Land Use Advisory Commission (RLUAC)
- Ordinance O-2024-36 to amend FY 2025 budget for GASB 87 postage meter lease
- Ordinance O-2024-38 to amend FY 2025 budget for Street Resurfacing Project
- Vendor financing agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for police in-car cameras
The Laurinburg City Council approved a rezoning request for a 2.94-acre parcel on Harry Malloy Road from Residential-20MH to Industrial, allowing Helena Agri-Enterprises to expand. The council also approved a vendor financing agreement with Axon Enterprise for in-car police cameras, and received an audit report showing a clean opinion. The meeting included recognitions of retiring Public Works employees and an award for the Wellhead Protection Program.
- Approved rezoning of Parcel #010245 01064 on Harry Malloy Road from Residential-20MH to Industrial (unanimous)
- Approved vendor financing agreement with Axon Enterprise for in-car police cameras (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, resolutions, ordinances, site plan, and 2025 meeting schedule (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Laurinburg City Council is meeting to consider several items, including rezoning requests, a special use permit, and a contract for pump station renovations. The agenda includes public hearings on a rezoning and a special use permit, as well as consent agenda items for a budget amendment and event permits. The meeting will also include a closed session for economic development.
- Rezone Parcel # 010245 01064 on Harry Malloy Road from Residential-20MH to Industrial (public hearing set for Dec 17)
- Public hearing on rezone Parcel # 020305 0106005 from Residential-20MH to Industrial
- Special use permit request on Parcel # 010067 07001 on Dundee Drive
- Consider bids and award contract for Pump Station Renovations Project (Stations 9, 14, 15, 17)
- Ordinance O-2024-34: transfer funds from Vehicles & Equipment Capital Projects Fund to General Fund
The Laurinburg City Council approved a Special Use Permit for Bryant Properties LLC to build six duplexes (12 units) on a 1.92-acre parcel on Dundee Drive, despite opposition from neighbors concerned about traffic and density. The council also approved a rezoning on Wallace Way from Residential-20MH to Industrial, awarded a $2,021,022 contract for pump station renovations, and approved the consent agenda including a budget amendment and event permits.
- Approved Special Use Permit for 6 duplexes on Dundee Drive (unanimous)
- Approved rezoning of Wallace Way parcel from Residential-20MH to Industrial (unanimous)
- Awarded $2,021,022 pump station renovation contract to A.C. Schultes of Carolina, Inc. (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including budget amendment and event permits (unanimous)
- Set public hearing for Dec 17, 2024, on rezoning of Harry Malloy Road parcel
- Approved proceeding with Resolution of Intent to close alley off Washington Avenue
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Laurinburg City Council is meeting to consider amendments to the electric rate schedule for area lights, select an architectural firm for the 127 Main Street Restoration Project, and discuss Hammond Park. The agenda also includes several consent items, including setting public hearings for a rezoning request and a special use permit, and approving street closures for community events.
- Public hearing set for Nov 19 on rezoning Parcel #0203050106005 from Residential-20MH to Industrial
- Public hearing set for Nov 19 on special use permit for Parcel #01006707001 on Dundee Drive
- Resolution R-2024-22: Finding of Facts for rezoning 1216 N. Main Street from General Business to Residential-6
- Resolution R-2024-23: Designate Deputy Finance Director as alternate finance officer
- Street closures for Farmer's Market (Oct 26) and Christmas Sip and Shop (Dec 5)
The City Council approved an updated electric rate schedule for LED area lights and selected Maurer Architecture for the 127 Main Street Restoration Project. The Council also approved several street closures for upcoming community events and an easement amendment for Hobby Lobby.
- Approved Ordinance No. O-2024-33 updating Electric Rate Schedule for LED area lights (5-0)
- Selected Maurer Architecture for 127 Main Street Restoration Project design services (5-0)
- Approved Hobby Lobby Access Easement and Restriction Agreement amendment (5-0)
- Approved Main Street closure for Farmer's Market on Oct 26 (5-0)
- Approved Main Street and Cronly Street closures for Christmas Sip and Shop on Dec 5 (5-0)
- Approved use of McDuffie Square for Kings & Queens Car Club Fall Festival on Nov 9 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. R-2024-23 designating Deputy Finance Director as alternate officer (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. R-2024-22 Finding of Facts for 1216 N. Main Street rezoning (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Laurinburg City Council will hold public hearings on an incentive agreement and a rezoning request for 1216 N. Main Street, and discuss the Sanford Building lease. The consent agenda includes rezoning findings, a special use permit for a church, and event approvals.
- Rezoning of 1216 N. Main Street from General Business to Residential-6
- Incentive Agreement public hearing
- Special Use Permit for church on Barnes Bridge Road
- Approval of McDuffie Square use for FUNd Run and Christmas on Main
- Discussion of Sanford Building lease options
The City Council approved an Economic Development Reimbursement Grant with NC Laurinburg Hampton LLC, providing $100,000 per year for 5 years after the developer invests $14 million and brings at least 3 retail businesses to the former Scotland Inn and Champs site. The Council also approved a rezoning of 1216 N. Main Street from General Business to Residential-6, and approved the consent agenda including several resolutions and event permits.
- Approved incentive agreement with NC Laurinburg Hampton LLC ($100,000/year for 5 years) (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance O-2024-32 rezoning 1216 N. Main Street from General Business to Residential-6 (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, resolutions R-2024-19, R-2024-20, R-2024-21, and event permits (5-0)
- Appointed Mary Jo Adams to TAC and Rosemary Rainer as alternate (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Laurinburg City Council will hold public hearings on rezoning requests for properties on Elm Avenue and Kinlaw Drive, and a special use permit for a church on Barnes Bridge Road. The council will also consider consent agenda items including setting a public hearing for a rezoning at 1216 N. Main Street, approving findings of facts for two prior rezoning approvals, and approving use of public spaces for events. Additionally, they will consider amendments to water and sewer capital projects ordinances, updates and bids for the Pump Station Renovations Project, and a revised meeting schedule.
- Public hearing: Rezone Parcel 01021001008 on Elm Avenue from Residential-15 to Residential-20
- Public hearing: Rezone six parcels on Kinlaw Drive from Residential-6 and Residential-15 to Office/Institutional
- Public hearing: Special use permit for a church on Parcel 04019808007 on Barnes Bridge Road
- Set public hearing for Sept 17, 2024 on rezoning 1216 N. Main Street from General Business to Residential-6
- Consider amendments to Water & Sewer Capital Projects Ordinance for McColl Road Water Line Replacement, Raw Water System Expansion, and Leith Creek WWTP Renovations
The City Council approved three rezoning requests and a special use permit for church development. It also authorized increased funding for three water and sewer projects and awarded three contracts for pump station renovations.
- Approved rezoning of Elm Avenue parcel from R-15 to R-20 (5-0)
- Approved rezoning of six Kinlaw Drive parcels to Office/Institutional (5-0)
- Approved Special Use Permit for a church on Barnes Bridge Road (5-0)
- Increased funding for McColl Road Water Line project by $37,500 (5-0)
- Increased funding for Raw Water System Expansion project by $112,500 (5-0)
- Increased funding for Leith Creek WWTP Renovations project by $150,000 (5-0)
- Awarded pump station contracts to A.C. Schultes ($1,743,806), S & L Contracting ($1,084,339.71), and Step Construction ($1,625,000) (5-0)
- Rescheduled October regular meeting from Oct 22 to Oct 15 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Laurinburg City Council will consider consent agenda items including setting public hearings for rezoning requests on Elm Avenue, Kinlaw Drive, and a special use permit on Barnes Bridge Road. They will also hold public hearings on two rezoning requests, consider a budget amendment for the Solid Waste Fund, and discuss financial support for the 911 Center.
- Set public hearing for rezoning Parcel ID #01021001008 on Elm Avenue from Residential-15 to Residential-20
- Set public hearing for rezoning parcels on Kinlaw Drive to Office/Institutional
- Set public hearing for Special Use Permit on Barnes Bridge Road for a church
- Consider Resolution R-2024-15 to accept a loan for Lead Service Line Inventory
- Consider Ordinance O-2024-25 amending FY 2024-2025 budget for Solid Waste Fund
The Laurinburg City Council approved two rezoning requests, amended the FY 2024-2025 budget to fund unfinished projects, accepted donated properties, and authorized several other actions. All votes were unanimous unless noted. The council also declined to provide financial support to the 911 Center.
- Approved rezoning of Eastover Lane parcel from General Business to Residential-20 (5-0)
- Approved rezoning of West Church Street parcel from Residential-15 to Office/Institutional (5-0)
- Approved budget amendment for Solid Waste Fund concrete pad ($68,914) (5-0)
- Approved budget amendment for Fleet Wash Facility construction ($62,880) (5-0)
- Accepted donation of three properties on McKay Street and South Main Street (unanimous)
- Authorized conveyance of two surplus vehicles to Southeast Regional Airport Authority (unanimous)
- Approved agreement with Scotland County and Humane Society (unanimous)
- Declined to provide financial support for 911 Center (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Laurinburg City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget, including the fee schedule, capital improvement plans, and budget ordinances. The consent agenda includes rezoning requests, a preliminary subdivision plat, and a street closure for the July 4th parade. The council will also discuss city manager reports on a fleet wash facility contract, a building lease, and agreements with county and humane society.
- Public hearing and adoption of FY 2024-2025 budget (Ordinance O-2024-21) and Downtown budget (O-2024-22)
- Adoption of fee schedule effective July 1, 2024
- Rezoning requests: Parcel #01024601018 (General Business to Residential-20) and #01000401013 (Residential-15 to Office/Institutional)
- Preliminary subdivision plat on Gameland Drive & Idlewood Drive
- Street closure for July 4th parade: Railroad St. (Gill St. to S. Main St.) and S. Main St. (Railroad St. to Church St.)
The Laurinburg City Council unanimously adopted the FY 2024-2025 budget of $40,661,893, which includes a 5% cost-of-living adjustment for employees and keeps the property tax rate at $0.40 per $100 valuation. The council also approved the fee schedule, 5-year and 10-year capital improvement plans, and a $812,880 contract for the Fleet Wash Facility. A revised animal services agreement with Scotland County was tabled after concerns from the Humane Society, and the council voted to continue utility assistance to I.E. Johnson Community Center (3-1).
- Adopted FY 2024-2025 budget of $40,661,893 (unanimous)
- Approved FY 2024-2025 Fee Schedule (unanimous)
- Approved 5-year Capital Improvement Plan (unanimous)
- Approved 10-year Capital Improvement Plans for Water & Wastewater (unanimous)
- Adopted FY 2024-2025 Budget Appropriations Ordinance (unanimous)
- Adopted FY 2024-2025 Downtown Budget Appropriations Ordinance (unanimous)
- Awarded Fleet Wash Facility construction contract to Precision Contractors, Inc. for $812,880 (unanimous)
- Tabled Scotland County Humane Society agreement (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Laurinburg City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the fiscal year 2024-2025 budget. The agenda includes a call to order, budget discussion, comments from the mayor and councilmembers, and adjournment. No specific budget figures or proposals are listed in the agenda.
- Discussion of Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget
The City Council held a special meeting to review the proposed FY2024-25 budget, which maintains the current 40-cent tax rate and includes a 5% cost-of-living adjustment for employees. No formal votes were taken on the budget; a public hearing is scheduled for June 18, 2024. The council discussed various fund budgets, including General, Electric, Water & Sewer, and Solid Waste, and agreed to gather more information on potential assistance for the I.E. Johnson center.
- Reviewed proposed FY2024-25 budget with no rate increases
- Scheduled public hearing on budget and fees for June 18, 2024
- Agreed to gather utility usage data for I.E. Johnson center for further assistance discussion
- Adjourned meeting unanimously
City Council
The Laurinburg City Council will consider several items, including a special use permit for a 48-unit apartment complex, a contract award for water tank improvements, and budget-related ordinances. They will also hear reports on water and wastewater systems and rate structure alternatives. The meeting includes routine approvals and appointments.
- Special Use Permit for 48-unit apartment complex between Plaza Rd. and West Blvd.
- Resolution R-2024-11 to award contract for Elevated Storage Tank Improvements Project
- Ordinance O-2024-18 to amend Special Revenue Fund for Rural Transformation Grant Funds
- Ordinance O-2024-19 to amend Annual Vehicles & Equipment Capital Project Fund
- Resolution R-2024-08 to add Juneteenth Day to City holiday schedule
The Laurinburg City Council unanimously approved a $993,700 contract for elevated storage tank improvements and adopted new water and sewer rate structures to be included in the upcoming budget. The Council also approved a $450,000 grant amendment for a Main Street building project and accepted asset management plans for water and wastewater systems. Additionally, the Council approved resolutions to reappoint members to the Planning Board and Board of Adjustment.
- Approved $993,700 contract for Elevated Storage Tank Improvements to Classic Protective Coatings, Inc.
- Approved alternative water and sewer rate structures for inclusion in FY 2024-2025 budget
- Approved $450,000 amendment to Special Revenue Fund for Rural Transformation Grant at 127 South Main Street
- Approved audit services contract with Roche, Head & Associates not to exceed $48,980
- Approved Resolution R-2024-10 to adopt Water and Wastewater Asset Management Plans
- Approved Ordinance O-2024-19 to amend Annual Vehicles & Equipment Capital Project Fund
- Approved letter of support for St. Andrews University funding request
- Approved reappointments to Planning Board and Board of Adjustment
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Laurinburg City Council will hold public hearings regarding electric rate schedules and two property requests. The meeting also includes several budget amendments and the establishment of new special revenue funds.
- Public hearing on electric rate schedule amendments
- Rezoning request for 803 North Main Street from Residential-15 to Residential-6
- Special Use Permit request for a 48-unit apartment complex on Plaza Road
- Ordinance to establish a Special Revenue Fund for Rural Transformation Grant Funds
- Ordinance to add Juneteenth to the City holiday schedule
The Laurinburg City Council unanimously denied a special use permit for a 48-unit low-income apartment complex on Plaza Road, citing lack of competent evidence from the applicant. The council also approved a 13.9% electric rate increase, rezoned 803 North Main Street to allow multi-family housing, and revised the recycling contamination fee policy.
- Denied special use permit for 48-unit apartment complex on Plaza Road (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance O-2024-16 electric rate increase (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance O-2024-17 rezoning 803 N. Main St. from R-15 to R-6 (4-0)
- Approved revised recycling fee policy: warning, $150 fine, cart removal (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance O-2024-10 budget amendment for Governing Body and Building Maintenance (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance O-2024-11 establishing Rural Transformation Grant fund (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance O-2024-12 transferring fire department funds to North Fire Station capital project (4-0)
- Approved adding Juneteenth to city holiday schedule (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Laurinburg City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss budget topics for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The session includes a presentation on an electric rate study and a discussion regarding options for a curbside recycling program.
- Presentation and discussion of Electric Rate Study
- Discussion of Curbside Recycling Program Options
The City Council unanimously approved a new recycling program option that requires residents to sign an acknowledgment form to keep their curbside carts. The city will also increase the penalty for contamination to $350 for a first offense. Council also discussed a proposed 13.9% electric rate revenue increase.
- Adopted recycling 'Option 2': residents must sign acknowledgment forms to retain carts (Unanimous)
- Increased recycling contamination penalty to $350 for first offense (Unanimous)
City Council
The Laurinburg City Council will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, recognize police department achievements, and set future public hearings on zoning changes, electric rate amendments, and a special use permit for a 48-unit apartment complex. The council will also consider surplus property sales, infrastructure bids, and budget amendments.
- Set public hearing on April 16 to consider amendments to Electric Rate schedules
- Set public hearing on April 16 for Special Use Permit for 48-unit apartment complex on Plaza Road
- Set public hearing on April 16 to rezone 803 North Main Street from Residential-15 to Residential-6
- Consider Resolution No. R-2024-05 to award bid for Bridge Creek & College Park Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation CCTV Project
- Consider Ordinance No. O-2024-08 to amend the FY 2023-2024 Annual Budget Appropriations Ordinance
The Laurinburg City Council approved several resolutions and ordinances, including a $628,375 bid for sewer CCTV work, a revised recycling contamination fee, and a grant application for up to $850,000. They also approved budget amendments for the North Fire Station project and the sale of surplus firearms to police employees. Public comments raised concerns about a prior rezoning decision on Everett Street.
- Approved Consent Agenda including minutes, rezoning findings, and public hearing dates (5-0)
- Approved Resolution R-2024-04 for sale of surplus firearms to police employees (5-0)
- Approved Resolution R-2024-05 awarding $628,375 CCTV bid to KRG Utility (5-0)
- Approved Resolution R-2024-06 for design-build criteria (5-0)
- Approved Charles R. Underwood, Inc. for Raw Water Wells design-build (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance O-2024-08 amending FY 2023-2024 budget by $32,000 for Fire Dept. (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance O-2024-09 amending North Fire Station Capital Project by $32,000 (5-0)
- Approved revised recycling contamination fee: $350 for first offense, cart removal; $350 and permanent removal for second (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Laurinburg City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss topics and priorities for the fiscal year 2024-2025 budget. The agenda includes a public input period and a list of specific budget items for discussion, but no final decisions are scheduled.
- Curbside recycling
- Electric rate study
- Water & sewer rate structure amendments
- Police Department firing range / Firefighter training facility
- Scotland County water agreement and tipping fees
The Laurinburg City Council held a special meeting to discuss priorities for the 2024-2025 budget. The Council unanimously voted to schedule a special meeting on March 19, 2024, to review the electric rate study and curbside recycling program. No final budget decisions were made; instead, the City Manager presented high-level topics including water/sewer rate structures, fleet wash facilities, and police/fire training facilities for future discussion.
- Approved unanimous motion to hold special meeting on March 19, 2024, for electric rate study and curbside recycling
- Discussed curbside recycling options, including potential discontinuation or drop-off locations
- Reviewed water and sewer rate structure amendments planned for July 1, 2024
- Discussed $300,000 appropriation for police firing range and firefighter training facility
- Noted Scotland County Water Agreement expires Nov 6, 2025, requiring notification by Nov 6, 2024
- Discussed solid waste fees and Scotland County tipping fee disparities
- Public input received on road repairs in Laurin Lakes and vacant properties in Washington Park
City Council
The Laurinburg City Council will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone 308 Everett Street from Office/Institutional to General Business. The council will also review the FY 2022-2023 audit results, consider several budget amendments and water/sewer capital project ordinances, and act on road closures and event permits. Other items include honoring former Police Chief Robert Malloy and a mayoral appointment to the Housing Authority Board.
- Rezoning request for 308 Everett Street to General Business
- FY 2022-2023 audit results presentation and FPIC responses
- Ordinance O-2024-02 amending FY 2023-2024 budget for Fire Department
- Ordinance O-2024-03 transferring funds from Capital Projects Fund
- Ordinances O-2024-04/05/06 for water/sewer capital projects (Raw Water Expansion, McColl Road, Leith Creek WWTP)
The City Council approved the acceptance of $20 million in state grants for water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including line replacements and plant renovations. Additionally, the Council approved the rezoning of 308 Everett Street to General Business and authorized budget amendments for fire department salary increases and capital equipment purchases.
- Approved $20M in state water/wastewater grants (5-0)
- Rezoned 308 Everett Street to General Business (3-2)
- Approved $18,784 budget amendment for fire department pay (5-0)
- Approved $338,072 transfer for fire truck and stump grinder (5-0)
- Authorized tax lien advertisements for March 11-15, 2024 (5-0)
- Appointed William Tyson to the Housing Authority Board
- Adopted resolution honoring former Police Chief Robert Malloy (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Laurinburg City Council will meet on January 16, 2024, to discuss routine items including approval of minutes, recognition of retirees, and public comment. The council will also consider a semi-annual surplus property report and set a public hearing for February 20, 2024, to review a rezoning request for 308 Everett Street from Office/Institutional to General Business.
- Set public hearing on February 20, 2024, to consider rezoning 308 Everett Street from Office/Institutional to General Business
- Consider Ordinance No. O-2024-01 amending FY 2023-2024 budget for Rescue Grant
- Consider draft minutes of December 12, 2023 meetings
- Consider semi-annual surplus property sold report
- Mayoral appointment to Laurinburg Housing Authority Board
The Laurinburg City Council approved Ordinance No. O-2024-01 amending the FY 2023-2024 budget to add a Fire Marshall Matching Grant of a little less than $25,000 for Rescue Squad equipment, with the city matching the funds dollar for dollar. The council also approved an updated Personnel Certification List adding Technical Rescue Certification, and set a special meeting for February 20, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. for a Citizen Input Session and Budget Workshop. The consent agenda, including draft minutes, a surplus property report, and a public hearing on a rezoning request for 308 Everett Street, was approved unanimously. The meeting also included recognitions and reports, with no closed session.
- Approved Ordinance No. O-2024-01 amending FY 2023-2024 budget for Rescue Grant (5-0)
- Approved updated Personnel Certification List adding Technical Rescue Certification (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including draft minutes, surplus property report, and public hearing for 308 Everett Street rezoning (5-0)
- Called special meeting for February 20, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. for Citizen Input Session and Budget Workshop (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 6:41 p.m. (unanimous)