Laurinburg public meetings in 2025

City Council

This is the City Council's organizational meeting, focused on installing elected officials. The council will administer oaths of office to re-elected Councilmember Andrew "Drew" G. Williamson, Jr. and newly elected members James McLean and DeMarco Allen, and will appoint and swear in a Mayor Pro-Tem. No policy or business decisions are on the agenda.

• Oath of office for re-elected Councilmember Andrew "Drew" G. Williamson, Jr.
• Oath of office for newly elected Councilmember James McLean
• Oath of office for newly elected Councilmember DeMarco Allen
• Appointment and oath of office for Mayor Pro-Tem

City Council

The Laurinburg City Council is meeting to consider several items, including a rezoning request, a Sunday alcohol sales ordinance, a bid award for the Leith Creek WWTP electrical improvements, and a water agreement with Scotland County. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and setting the 2026 meeting schedule.

• Rezone Parcel No. 0203060100101 on McFarland Road from Residential-20MH to Industrial (Resolution R-2025-19)
• Ordinance 2025-28 allowing sale/consumption of alcoholic beverages before noon on Sunday
• Bid award for Leith Creek WWTP Renovations-Electrical Improvements Project (Resolution R-2025-18)
• Water agreement with Scotland County
• Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget Calendar

City Council

The Laurinburg City Council will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests, consider an ordinance to allow Sunday morning alcohol sales, and discuss purchasing a historic fire truck. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and a cemetery fund appropriation, plus a closed session for personnel.

• Rezone Parcel No. 020306 0100101 on McFarland Road from Residential-20MH to Industrial
• Rezone 218 McGirt's Bridge Road from Residential-6 to General Business
• Ordinance No. 2025-28 allowing sale/consumption of alcoholic beverages before noon on Sunday
• Purchase of historic Fire Truck from Lindo Harvell's family with restrictions
• Approve Charles R. Underwood, Inc. for Design Build of Raw Water Wells-Phase II Capital Project

The Council unanimously approved rezoning a McFarland Road parcel from Residential-20MH to Industrial, supporting economic development. A request to rezone 218 McGirts Bridge Road from Residential-6 to General Business was tabled unanimously to gather more information. The Council also approved a historic fire truck purchase and a design-build contract for raw water wells. An ordinance allowing Sunday morning alcohol sales failed on first reading due to insufficient votes.

• Approved rezoning of Parcel No. 0203060100101 on McFarland Road to Industrial (unanimous)
• Tabled rezoning request for 218 McGirts Bridge Road to General Business (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of historic fire truck from Lindo Harvell's family (unanimous)
• Approved Charles R. Underwood, Inc. for Raw Water Wells-Phase II design-build (unanimous)
• Ordinance O-2025-28 for Sunday alcohol sales failed on first reading (3-2, needed 4 votes)

City Council

The Laurinburg City Council will meet on October 21, 2025, to approve draft meeting minutes, recognize local firefighters, and hold public hearings on multiple rezoning requests. The Council will also vote on several ordinances related to budget amendments for McDuffie Square improvements, police vehicle purchases, and a new System Automation Project budget.

• Rezone 218 McGirt's Bridge Road from Residential-6 to General Business
• Rezone Parcel No. 020306 0100101 on McFarland Road from Residential-20MH to Industrial
• Amend FY2025-26 budget to fund McDuffie Square improvements ($10,000 Electricities grant)
• Rezone 209 Midland Way from Residential-15 to Office/Institutional
• Consider rejecting bids for Bridge Creek Pump Station Bar Screen Replacement Project

The Laurinburg City Council approved a revised Fuel Facility Agreement with Scotland County, including a provision allowing either party to terminate with 60 days' notice if capital improvements are not agreed upon. The Council also approved updates to the Water Agreement with Scotland County, set to expire November 6, 2025, to ensure it is finalized before expiration. Additionally, the Council rejected all bids for the Bridge Creek Pump Station Bar Screen Replacement Project due to the lowest bid exceeding the budget, and approved two resolutions recognizing firefighters for heroic service.

• Approved Fuel Facility Agreement with Scotland County (unanimous)
• Approved updates to Water Agreement with Scotland County (unanimous)
• Rejected all bids for Bridge Creek Pump Station Bar Screen Replacement Project (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-2025-16 recognizing firefighters for September 13 rescue (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-2025-17 recognizing firefighters for October 3 rescue (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including budget amendments and public hearing dates (unanimous)

City Council

The Laurinburg City Council will meet on September 16, 2025, to discuss routine items including approval of draft minutes, a public hearing for a rezoning request, and updates on intergovernmental agreements and McDuffie Square improvements. The meeting includes a public comment period and potential closed session.

• Set public hearing for October 21, 2025, to consider rezoning 209 Midland Way from Residential-15 to Office/Institutional
• Consider application to use McDuffie Square for Domestic Violence Candlelight Vigil on October 9, 2025
• Select firm(s) for potential Intergovernmental Support Agreements (IGSA)
• Update on Scotland County agreements
• Update on McDuffie Square Improvements

City Council

The Laurinburg City Council will consider several items, including a short-term lease with Verizon Wireless for a temporary communications facility at 11280 Purcell Road, bids from the electronic auction of the Sanford Building, and an update on the Scotland County Water Agreement. They will also discuss the proposed 'Community Pour Back' program and other routine matters.

• Short-term lease agreement with Verizon Wireless for property at 11280 Purcell Road
• Bids from electronic auction of Sanford Building; award to highest responsive bidder or reject all bids
• Scotland County Water Agreement update and discussion
• Applications to use McDuffie Square for Relay for Life, Fund Run, and 5k events
• Proposed 'Community Pour Back' program for financial support to non-profits

City Council

The Laurinburg City Council will meet on July 22, 2025, to approve draft meeting minutes, authorize property tax collections, and consider several ordinances and resolutions. Items include budget amendments for HVAC repairs and electric power costs, surplus property sales, and public facility use applications.

• Approve Ordinance O-2025-20 to amend FY 2024-2025 budget for electric power purchases
• Approve Ordinance O-2025-21 to fund HVAC repairs at City Hall from General Fund Balance
• Award $792,037 bid for Raw Water Lines-Phase I Project to Richard D. Suggs Construction, LLC
• Approve vendor financing agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for Police Department camera system
• Close alley behind 709 E. Covington Street between Hall Street and Fourth Street

City Council

The Laurinburg City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the FY 2025-2026 budget, including the fee schedule, capital improvement plans, and budget ordinances. The consent agenda includes several budget amendments, property sale authorization, and event permits. The council will also consider awarding a water line replacement contract and discuss an after-hours call center.

• Public hearing on FY 2025-2026 budget and fee schedule
• Ordinance O-2025-16: $236,850 transfer for Bridge Creek Basin Gravity Sewer Replacements
• Resolution R-2025-12: Award $1,383,111.50 bid to S & L Contracting for McColl Road Water Line Replacement
• Resolution R-2025-11: Intent to close alley behind 709 E. Covington Street
• Resolution R-2025-09: Support closure of Trooper Lane by NC DOT

City Council

The Laurinburg City Council will hold a special meeting with only procedural and closed-session items. No substantive decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

The Laurinburg City Council held a special meeting on June 9, 2025, and immediately moved into closed session to consult with the city attorney and discuss economic development. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned after returning to open session.

• Motion to enter closed session for attorney consultation and economic development approved unanimously
• Motion to return to open session approved unanimously
• Motion to adjourn meeting approved unanimously

City Council

The Laurinburg City Council will review the draft 5-year Capital Improvement Plan and the proposed budget for fiscal year 2025-2026 during this special meeting. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

The Laurinburg City Council held a special meeting to review the draft 5-year Capital Improvement Plan and the proposed FY2025-2026 budget. No formal votes were taken; the items were presented for discussion and are scheduled for consideration at the June meeting during budget approval. The proposed budget totals over $44 million, includes a 5% cost of living adjustment for employees, and no property tax increase.

• Reviewed draft 5-year Capital Improvement Plan (no vote)
• Reviewed proposed FY2025-2026 budget of $44 million (no vote)
• Discussed proposed 5% cost of living adjustment for employees
• Discussed $500,000 Highway 401 Lighting Project
• Discussed 15% Water and Sewer rate increase for FY2026 per rate study
• Discussed $85,000 to Humane Society, $48,000 to EDC, $14,000 to Chamber of Commerce, $4,000 to Art Council, $7,500 to 'Tis the Season

City Council

The Laurinburg City Council will consider consent agenda items including setting a public hearing for the FY 2025-2026 proposed budget, approving rezoning findings for properties on S. Main St., and a special use permit for a 72-unit apartment complex on Plaza Road. They will also discuss revising downtown facility fees, amending budgets for transformer purchases and a fleet wash facility, and setting candidate filing fees for the 2025 municipal elections.

• Public hearing set for June 17, 2025, on FY 2025-2026 Proposed Budget
• Rezoning 928 & 932 S. Main St. from Residential-6 to Office/Institution (R-2025-06)
• Rezoning 904 S. Main St. from Residential-6 to Office/Institution (R-2025-07)
• Special Use Permit for 72-unit apartment complex on Plaza Road (R-2025-08)
• Ordinance O-2025-11 transferring Electric Fund money for transformer purchases

The Council approved a revised downtown facility rental fee of $175 per day after a proposed $250 fee failed. It also approved ordinances transferring funds for transformer purchases and fleet wash facility construction, an auction agreement for the Sanford Building, $25 candidate filing fees, and a meeting schedule change. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved downtown facility rental fee increase to $175/day (unanimous)
• Rejected downtown facility rental fee increase to $250/day (2-3)
• Approved Ordinance O-2025-11 transferring $49,150.39 from Electric Fund for transformers (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-2025-12 allocating $46,000 for Fleet Wash Facility construction (5-0)
• Approved Auction Marketing and Real Estate Brokerage Agreement with Iron Horse Auction Co. (unanimous)
• Set candidate filing fee at $25 for 2025 Municipal Elections (unanimous)
• Approved moving August 19 Council meeting to August 26 (unanimous)

City Council

The Laurinburg City Council will meet on April 22, 2025, to decide on several items including the approval of minutes, electronic signatures, budget amendments, and a water system expansion contract. They will also hold public hearings on rezoning requests for properties on South Main Street and a special use permit for a 72-unit apartment complex on Plaza Road.

• Award $219,403 bid for Raw Water System Expansion to A.C. Schultes of Carolina, Inc.
• Approve budget amendment to cover increased utility costs at city facilities
• Vote on rezoning 321 Plaza Road from General Business to Residential-6 (denial already recommended)
• Hold public hearings on rezoning 928 & 932 S. Main Street and 904 S. Main Street to Office/Institutional
• Consider special use permit for 72-unit apartment complex on Plaza Road (continued from March 18)

The Laurinburg City Council approved a special use permit for a 72-unit apartment complex on Plaza Road, despite opposition from a resident and a dissenting councilmember. The council also approved an incentive agreement with Bailey Manufacturing Company, which plans to invest $4.2 million and create 35 jobs. Several rezoning requests and budget amendments were approved unanimously.

• Approved special use permit for 72-unit apartment complex on Plaza Road (3-1)
• Approved incentive agreement with Bailey Manufacturing Company for $4.2M investment and 35 jobs (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of 928 & 932 S. Main Street from Residential-6 to Office/Institutional (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of 904 S. Main Street from Residential-6 to Office/Institutional (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $219,403 bid for Raw Water System Expansion (4-0)
• Approved budget amendment for revolving loan payments for water projects (4-0)
• Approved Hammond Park shelter rental fee of $125 per day (unanimous)
• Approved cemetery ordinance amendment for new cemeteries (4-0)

City Council

The Laurinburg City Council denied a request to rezone 321 Plaza Road from General Business to Residential-6, which would have allowed multifamily housing. The council also voted to continue the public hearing for a Special Use Permit for a 72-unit apartment complex on Plaza Road to April 22, 2025, to allow more evidence. The council approved the consent agenda, including budget amendments and setting public hearings for other rezoning requests, and approved a 10-year lease for the Sanford Building.

• Denied rezoning of 321 Plaza Road from General Business to Residential-6 (5-0)
• Continued Special Use Permit hearing for 72-unit apartment complex on Plaza Road to April 22, 2025 (3-2)
• Approved consent agenda including budget amendments O-2025-03 and O-2025-04 (5-0)
• Set public hearings for April 22, 2025, on rezoning requests for 928 & 932 S. Main Street and 904 S. Main Street
• Set public hearing for April 22, 2025, on Special Use Permit for 321 Plaza Road
• Approved 10-year lease of Sanford Building to Scotland County Partnership for Children and Families, Inc. (unanimous)
• Designated City Manager as Voting Delegate for NC League of Municipalities election (consent agenda)
• Approved use of McDuffie Square for Laurinburg After Five Concerts and Stop the Violence Outreach (consent agenda)

City Council

The Laurinburg City Council will hold its regular meeting, including public comment, consent agenda items, and city manager reports. Key items include setting public hearings for a rezoning and a 72-unit apartment complex on Plaza Road, approving a site plan for retail stores, and discussing water/sewer projects and a recycling update.

• Set public hearing for rezoning 321 Plaza Road from General Business to Residential-6
• Set public hearing for Special Use Permit for 72-unit apartment complex on Plaza Road
• Approve site plan for retail stores at Ford Drive and South Main Street
• Consider contract amendment for Phase II of Raw Water Wells Design-Build Project
• Authorize tax collector to advertise tax liens week of March 10-14, 2025

General

The Laurinburg City Council will hold a special meeting to begin preliminary discussions on the fiscal year 2025-2026 budget, focusing on key topics and priorities. Public input and councilmember comments are also scheduled.

The Laurinburg City Council held a special meeting to discuss fiscal year 2025-2026 budget priorities. The City Manager reported on two state appropriation requests totaling $33,000,000 for water/sewer projects and the 127 South Main Street restoration, and discussed the upcoming termination of the 30-year water agreement with Scotland County. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was informational, with public input on street paving, a fire station plaque, energy workshops, and youth programs.

• No formal votes taken; meeting was informational
• Discussed $33M state appropriation requests for water/sewer and Main Street restoration
• Discussed updating Scotland County water agreement before Nov 6, 2025 termination
• Discussed drafting new MOU for joint fueling facility improvements ($700,000)
• Discussed recommended 15% water/sewer rate increase for third year
• Discussed potential $500,000 street lighting project on Highway 401
• Discussed $250,000 allocation for cemetery upgrades
• Proposed in-house tree cutting and right-of-way services

City Council

The Laurinburg City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes a resolution to rezone a parcel on Harry Malloy Road from Residential-20MH to Industrial, along with budget amendments for a state grant match and other routine items. A public hearing will consider closing a 10-foot alley off Washington Avenue. The council will also receive updates on water/sewer capital projects, recycling, and the Sanford Building.

• Rezoning of Parcel # 010245 01064 on Harry Malloy Road from Residential-20MH to Industrial (Resolution R-2025-01)
• Ordinance O-2025-01 amending FY 2024-2025 budget to appropriate 5% state match for Rural Transformation Grant
• Ordinance O-2025-02 amending Special Revenue Fund for 5% state match for Rural Transformation Grant
• Public hearing on closing a 10-foot alley off the 300 block of Washington Avenue
• Road closures for 3rd Annual Suds & Swine BBQ Festival at McDuffie Square, April 11-12

The Laurinburg City Council approved the consent agenda, including a rezoning finding of facts, budget amendments for a state grant match, and a surplus property report. A public hearing led to the unanimous approval of Resolution R-2025-02 to close a 10-foot alley off the 300 block of Washington Avenue. The council also approved a revised 2025 meeting schedule, set a citizen input session and budget retreat for February 11, 2025, and allowed Congressman Mark Harris' staff to use office space at City Hall.

• Approved consent agenda including rezoning finding, budget amendments, and surplus report (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-2025-02 to close 10-foot alley off 300 block of Washington Avenue (5-0)
• Approved revised 2025 City Council meeting schedule, moving February 18 meeting to February 11 (unanimous)
• Called special meeting for Citizen Input Session and Budget Retreat on February 11, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. (unanimous)
• Allowed Congressman Mark Harris' staff to use office space at City Hall (unanimous)