Lenoir County public meetings in 2021

City Council

The Lenoir City Council will hold public hearings on a code amendment responding to state law changes, a rezoning request for church property, and a nuisance property declaration. They will also consider awarding contracts for sewer line replacement and high school renovations, plus other routine items.

• Public hearing on ordinance amending code chapters for SB300 compliance
• Rezoning of 918 Creekway Drive NW from R-6 to B-2 for Lenoir First Wesleyan Church
• Public nuisance declaration for 1319 Jolly Place
• Bid award: $1,908,830 to Carolina Grading and Utilities for Crossroads Sewer Line Replacement
• Bid award: $105,219 to Precision Contracting for LHS Auditorium Renovations Phase 2

The Lenoir City Council approved a $1,908,830 bid for the Crossroads Sewer Line Replacement Project, contingent on state approval, and established a $190,800 contingency. The council also approved a $105,219 contract for the Lenoir High School auditorium renovation, adopted two orders of abatement for nuisance properties, and approved a rezoning request for a church property.

• Approved $1,908,830 bid for Crossroads Sewer Line Replacement Project (7-0)
• Approved $105,219 bid for Lenoir High School Auditorium Renovation Phase 2 (7-0)
• Adopted Order of Abatement for 1319 Jolly Place (7-0)
• Adopted Order of Abatement for 706 Ridgecrest Drive (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 918 Creekway Drive NW from R-6 to B-2 (7-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending Chapters 1, 2, 5, 9 and Appendix C (7-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Agreement on opioid litigation settlement (7-0)
• Adopted Authorizing Resolution for Grand Manor Furniture Building Reuse Grant (7-0)

Planning Board

The Lenoir Planning Board will consider a zoning ordinance amendment (ZOA# 1-21) that would add a landscaped buffer yard option to the B-6 (Transitional Business) Design Standards, allowing an alternative to the current brick wall requirement. The board will also discuss a workshop series on comprehensive plan updates and 160D implementation. Recommendations from this meeting will go to City Council on December 7, 2021.

• ZOA# 1-21: Text amendment to add landscaped buffer option to Sec. 817 B6 Design Standards (citywide)
• Workshop series on Comp Plan Updates and 160D implementation
• Update on zoning permits issued (13 permits from 10/15/2021 to 11/10/2021)
• Planning Board holiday plans

The Lenoir County Planning Board voted unanimously to table ZOA# 1-21, a text amendment that would add a landscaped buffer yard option to the B6 Transitional Business design standards, pending more information from staff. The board also approved the October 25, 2021 meeting minutes and received a presentation on Census 2020 demographics. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved October 25, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled ZOA# 1-21 B6 Design Standards text amendment (unanimous)

City Council

The Lenoir City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance amending several chapters of the Lenoir Code of Ordinances to align with Senate Bill 300, which decriminalizes certain local ordinances and updates statutory references. The council also scheduled a public hearing for December 7 to consider the second reading. Additionally, the council re-appointed Ben Boaz to the Lenoir Housing Authority for a three-year term.

• Approved first reading of SB300 ordinance amendments (7-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for December 7 for second reading of SB300 ordinance
• Re-appointed Ben Boaz to Lenoir Housing Authority for three-year term (7-0)

City Council

The Lenoir City Council, meeting as a Committee of the Whole, reached consensus to acquire an easement for the Smith Crossroads Sewer Line Replacement Project at a cost of $45,000. They also voted 6-0 to approve two position reclassifications in the Water Department and a $250 holiday bonus for employees. No other formal votes were taken; other items were informational reports or discussions.

• Consensus to acquire easement for Smith Crossroads Sewer Line Replacement at $45,000
• Approved two position reclassifications (6-0): Lab Supervisor to Assistant Superintendent-Treatment Plant Operations (pay grade 18 to 21) and Utility Code/Metering Coordinator to Utility Maintenance Pipe Mechanic (pay grade 18 to 17)
• Approved $250 holiday bonus for employees (6-0), costing $78,000 for 258 full-time employees

Planning Board

The Lenoir County Planning Board unanimously approved a zoning map amendment for three parcels at 918 Creekway Dr. NW, changing the zoning from R-6 (High Density Residential) to B-2 (General Business). The request will go before City Council for a public hearing on December 7, 2021. The board also tabled a separate rezoning request for vacant lots on Creekway Dr. until the end of the year, and received a presentation on the Comprehensive Plan update.

• Approved rezoning of 918 Creekway Dr. NW parcels from R-6 to B-2 (unanimous)
• Tabled rezoning of vacant lots at 100 block of Creekway Dr. (R-9 to I-1) until end of year
• Approved minutes of September 27, 2021 (unanimous)

City Council

The Lenoir City Council is meeting with a largely procedural agenda. They will hear a presentation about the Veterans Winter Stand Down event scheduled for November 10, 2021, and consider a consent agenda that includes approving the October 5 meeting minutes and moving the November 2 meeting time due to Election Day. The council will also enter a closed session to discuss economic development, and the mayor will recommend reappointing Ben Boaz to the Lenoir Housing Authority for a 3-year term.

• Closed session to discuss economic development
• Reappointment of Ben Boaz to Lenoir Housing Authority for 3-year term
• Request to move Nov. 2 council meeting from 6:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. due to Election Day
• Veterans Stand Down event scheduled for Nov. 10 at J.E. Broyhill Civic Center

The Lenoir City Council approved the consent agenda, including the Oct. 5 meeting minutes and moving the Nov. 2 meeting to 5 p.m. due to election night. The council also entered closed session to discuss economic development. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of reports and announcements.

• Approved consent agenda including Oct. 5 minutes and Nov. 2 meeting time change to 5 p.m. (6-0)
• Entered closed session to discuss economic development (unanimous)
• Re-entered open session (unanimous)

City Council

The Lenoir City Council will consider awarding a construction contract for the Hotel Street Extension project to the low bidder, Mountain Crest, LLC, for $215,800. The council will also vote on amendments to the Capital Project Budget Ordinance for the Linkside Connector/Hotel Street project, transferring $38,585 from the General Fund and increasing the total project cost to $260,800. Additionally, the council will receive the FY2020-2021 Annual Audit Report, consider appointing Steven Stewart to the ABC Board, and appoint delegates to the National League of Cities Annual City Summit.

• Construction bid award for Hotel Street Extension to Mountain Crest, LLC for $215,800
• Budget amendment for Linkside Connector/Hotel Street project: $38,585 transfer, total cost $260,800
• FY2020-2021 Annual Audit Report presented by Eric Bowman, PA
• Appointment of Steven Stewart to Lenoir ABC Board for three-year term
• Appointment of delegate and alternate for National League of Cities Annual City Summit

The Lenoir City Council approved a budget amendment for fiscal year 2021-2022, transferring $38,585 from the General Fund to the Linkside Connector/Hotel Street Capital Project. The amendment increases the project's total appropriation to $260,800, funded entirely by local funds. The council also amended the capital project ordinance to reflect the new amounts and directed the finance officer to maintain detailed records and report quarterly on the project's financial status.

• Approved budget amendment transferring $38,585 from General Fund to Linkside Connector project
• Amended Capital Project Ordinance for Linkside Connector/Hotel Street, increasing total to $260,800
• Directed finance officer to maintain detailed accounting records for the project
• Directed finance officer to report quarterly on project financial status

City Council

The Lenoir City Council Committee of the Whole is meeting to receive updates from the Public Utilities and Public Works directors, as well as from the Finance, Communications, Police, and Fire departments. The agenda also includes reports from the Lenoir Business Advisory Board, Tourism Development Authority, Planning Board, and Parks & Recreation Advisory Board. The meeting is primarily informational, with no votes scheduled on specific items.

• August Financial Summary: General Fund revenue at 76% of budget ($14.19M of $18.59M), expenditures at 18% ($3.33M)
• Water/Sewer Fund: revenue at 18% of budget ($1.72M of $9.63M), expenditures at 14% ($1.33M)
• Parks & Recreation report: roof replacements at LAFC and MLK centers, vandalism issues, and cancellation of National Night Out and Halloween event due to Covid
• Business Advisory Board report: new businesses Dairi-O, Hwy 55, Jersey Mike's, Dodge City Steak House; downtown apartment projects ongoing
• October calendar includes City Council meetings on Oct 5 and 19, and early voting begins Oct 14

The Lenoir City Council met as a Committee of the Whole on September 28, 2021, receiving updates from department heads on utilities, public works, community development, and public safety. No formal decisions or votes were taken during the meeting; all items were informational or reports of ongoing work. The only action was approval of the October calendar by consensus.

• Approved October calendar of committee meetings (consensus)
• Received draft plans for Whitnel Water Main Project (informational)
• Received update on Lead & Copper Study by Freeze & Nichols (informational)
• Received update on Biosolids Project nearing completion (informational)
• Received update on Crossroads Sewer Line Replacement bids expected Nov/Dec (informational)
• Received update on EPA Brownfields Grant application for $300,000 (informational)
• Received update on FEMA floodplain mitigation letter of intent for $500,000 (informational)
• Received update on Hotel Street Extension bids; recommendation to come Oct 5 (informational)

Board of Adjustment

The Lenoir Board of Adjustment will hold a quasi-judicial hearing on a variance request (V#1-21) from Clayton Homes of Conover to replace an existing single-wide manufactured home at 1516 Dulatown Road. The property's front yard setback is 18 feet, but 25 feet is required; staff recommends approval. The board will also consider minutes from the January 25, 2021 meeting.

• Variance request V#1-21 for 7-foot front yard setback reduction at 1516 Dulatown Road
• Applicant: Clayton Homes of Conover; Owner: Teresa Minton (Chris Moretz, heir)
• Staff recommends approval of the variance
• Property is in the R-R (Rural Residential) zoning district in the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction
• Public comment notices mailed to adjacent property owners on September 17, 2021

The Board of Adjustment unanimously approved a variance for Clayton Homes of Conover to replace an existing mobile home at 1516 Dulatown Road, allowing the new home to maintain the existing encroachment despite not meeting the special front yard requirements. The decision was based on staff findings and conditions in the addendum, citing difficult topography for alternative placement.

• Approved variance V# 1-21 for Clayton Homes of Conover at 1516 Dulatown Road (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes of January 25, 2021 (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Lenoir Planning Board will consider a zoning map amendment to rezone two vacant lots on Creekway Drive from R-9 (Mixed Density Residential) to I-1 (Light Industrial) to allow a mulch yard. Staff recommends approval with a modification to keep part of the property zoned R-9 as a buffer to Torrence Circle. The board will also receive an update on zoning permits. A previously discussed conditional zoning request for 229 Pennton Ave NW has been withdrawn.

• Rezoning request R #1-21: 100 block of Creekway Dr., from R-9 to I-1, for a mulch yard
• Staff recommends modified approval, keeping a 50-ft buffer along Torrence Circle zoned R-9
• Public hearing anticipated at City Council on October 19, 2021
• Withdrawn: CZ #6-21 for 3 zero-lot-line houses at 229 Pennton Ave NW
• Update on zoning permits issued

The Lenoir County Planning Board met on September 27, 2021, and took several actions. They approved the minutes from the May 24, 2021 meeting. A request to rezone vacant lots on Creekway Dr. from R-9 to I-1 was tabled at the applicant's request. A conditional zoning request for 229 Pennton Ave NW was withdrawn by the applicant. The board also received an updated list of zoning permits and welcomed new member Curtis Baker.

• Approved minutes of May 24, 2021 (unanimous)
• Tabled rezoning R-9 to I-1 for vacant lots on Creekway Dr. (no objection)
• Noted withdrawal of conditional zoning request for 229 Pennton Ave NW

City Council

The Lenoir City Council will consider authorizing staff to submit an EPA Brownfield Assessment Grant application for the fall 2021 cycle. The grant, up to $250,000, would help complete environmental testing at the old Broyhill Furniture site and other locations. The council will also recognize Fairfield Chair's 100th anniversary and may fill an ABC Board vacancy.

• EPA Brownfield Assessment Grant application up to $250,000
• Recognition of Fairfield Chair's 100th anniversary
• Possible appointment to ABC Board vacancy
• Approval of September 7, 2021 meeting minutes
• Upcoming meetings and events announced

The Lenoir City Council approved the consent agenda, which included minutes from prior meetings and a resolution congratulating Fairfield Chair Company on its 100th anniversary, by a 7-0 vote. The council also heard reports on postponed events and a board vacancy, but took no other substantive action.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes of Sept. 7 council and Sept. 28 Committee of the Whole meetings (7-0)
• Approved resolution honoring Fairfield Chair Company's 100th anniversary (7-0)
• Noted Employee Litter Sweep postponed due to weather
• Noted Planning Board meeting scheduled for Sept. 27
• Noted Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for Sept. 28
• Noted Foothills Regional Airport Authority meeting scheduled for Sept. 29
• Noted Cruise-In event scheduled for Oct. 2
• Announced vacancy on ABC Board; recommendation for appointment to come Oct. 5

City Council

The Lenoir City Council will meet to approve consent agenda items including minutes, proclamations for Constitution Week and the 20th anniversary of September 11, a resolution to apply for state loan/grant assistance for the Finley Area Water System Improvements Project, and adoption of the FY 2021-2022 Water & Sewer Enterprise Fund Capital Improvements Plan. The meeting also includes board appointments and informational reports on upcoming community events.

• Proclamation for Constitution Week (Sept 17-23)
• Proclamation for National Day of Service and Remembrance (Sept 11)
• Resolution to authorize application for state loan/grant for Finley Area Water System Improvements
• Resolution to adopt FY 2021-2022 Water & Sewer Capital Improvements Plan
• Board appointments: Rick Pierce (Parks and Recreation), Jesse Plaster (Tourism Development Authority)

The Lenoir City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included minutes, proclamations for Constitution Week and the 9/11 anniversary, a resolution to apply for state loan/grant assistance for the Finley Area Water System Improvements Project, and the FY2021-2022 Water & Sewer Enterprise Fund Capital Improvements Plan. The council also approved two board appointments: Rick Pierce to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (2-year term) and Jesse Plaster to the Lenoir Tourism Development Authority (4-year term). All votes were 7-0.

• Approved consent agenda items including minutes, proclamations, and resolutions (7-0).
• Approved resolution to apply for state loan/grant for Finley Area Water System Improvements.
• Adopted FY2021-2022 Water & Sewer Enterprise Fund Capital Improvements Plan.
• Approved Rick Pierce to Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (2-year term).
• Approved Jesse Plaster to Lenoir Tourism Development Authority (4-year term).

City Council

The Lenoir City Council Committee of the Whole meets to receive updates from department heads, including public utilities, public works, community development, finance, communications, police, and fire. The agenda includes quarterly reports and financial summaries, with no votes scheduled on specific ordinances or contracts.

• July financial summary: General Fund revenue $4.74M (26% of budget), expenditures $2.81M (15%)
• Police 2021 Q2 report: 2,672 training hours, crime stats (e.g., 74 crimes against persons, 275 property crimes)
• Fire department 2021 Q2 report
• Public utilities and public works updates
• Facility tour of water treatment plant and biosolids after meeting

The Lenoir City Council met as a Committee of the Whole on August 24, 2021, and received staff reports on street paving, the Hotel Street construction project, and the Hospital Avenue Sidewalk Project. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational, with updates on tourism, planning, and recreation activities.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded
• Heard update on paving 75% of FY21-22 streets in fall
• Heard Hotel Street construction plans finalized with drainage checks
• Heard progress on Hospital Avenue Sidewalk right-of-way acquisition
• Noted LTDA plans September meeting
• Noted Planning Board cancelled August 23 meeting, next on September 27
• Noted Recreation Advisory Board met August 16, approved minutes

City Council

The Lenoir City Council will consider awarding a $142,950 roof replacement contract to Barger-Ashe Roofing Company for work at the Lenoir Aquatic & Fitness Center and Martin Luther King, Jr. Center. The council will also vote on a maintenance and service agreement with Joyceton Water Works, Inc., covering meter reading, billing, and waterline maintenance through July 2023. The agenda includes consent items, citizen requests, and board announcements.

• Bid award: Roof Replacements 2021 Contract to Barger-Ashe Roofing Company, $142,950.00
• Maintenance and Service Agreement with Joyceton Water Works, Inc., effective through July 19, 2023
• Approval of minutes from August 3, 2021 City Council meeting
• Special recognition: Firefighter of the Year Captain Jonathan Wright and Police Officer of the Year Officer Jesse Massey
• Mayor to announce appointments to Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and Lenoir Tourism Development Authority

The Lenoir City Council voted 7-0 to award the Roof Replacements 2021 Contract to Barger-Ashe Roofing Company for $142,950, covering roof work at the Lenoir Aquatic Fitness Center and Martin Luther King, Jr. Center. The council also approved the consent agenda, including minutes and a maintenance and service agreement with Joyceton Water Works. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included awards, announcements, and a citizen request for downtown recycling.

• Awarded Roof Replacements 2021 Contract to Barger-Ashe Roofing Company for $142,950 (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes of August 3, 2021 meeting (7-0)
• Approved Maintenance and Service Agreement with Joyceton Water Works, Inc. (7-0)

City Council

The Lenoir City Council is meeting to approve routine items including the FY2020 tax collector's settlement report, six change orders for the AMI implementation project, and minutes from the July 20 meeting. The agenda also includes announcements of upcoming community events and board vacancies.

• Approval of FY2020 Tax Collector's Settlement Report and FY2021 Tax Collection Charge Report
• Approval of Change Orders 1-6 for the AMI Implementation Project
• Approval of minutes from July 20, 2021 council meeting
• Announcement of vacancies on Lenoir ABC Board and Tourism Development Authority
• Upcoming events: Cruise-In, Summer Concert Series, Gospel Singing, 4-Miler Race

The Lenoir City Council reviewed four change orders for a water meter replacement project. Change Order #1 (revised) added $11,390.40 for repeaters and antenna mounts; Change Order #2 (amended) added $296,749.42 for out-of-scope labor and non-standard installations; Change Order #3 reduced costs by $61,865.00 for removed meter sizes; Change Order #4 added $152,912.88 for additional meters and installations. The net effect of all four change orders is an increase of $399,187.70 to the project.

• Approved Change Order #1 (revised) for $11,390.40
• Approved Change Order #2 (amended) for $296,749.42
• Approved Change Order #3 for a credit of $61,865.00
• Approved Change Order #4 for $152,912.88

City Council

The Lenoir City Council is meeting to consider several routine items, including approving minutes, a property purchase, a water sales agreement, and two property condemnations for a public road. The most consequential items are the proposed condemnations of properties at 320 and 340 Wilkesboro Boulevard SE for street construction, with estimated compensation of $6,925 and $14,600 respectively. The agenda also includes board appointments and informational updates on upcoming events.

• Final offer to purchase property in 500 block of Wheeler Street for $500
• Water sales agreement with Joyceton Water Works, Inc. for up to 125,000 gallons per day
• Resolution to condemn portions of property at 320 Wilkesboro Blvd SE (est. $6,925) and 340 Wilkesboro Blvd SE (est. $14,600) for public road
• Board appointments: Curtis Baker to Planning Board (4-yr term), Jennifer Indicott to Lenoir Business Advisory Board (3-yr term)
• Informational: 'Bring Back the Music' Jazz Concert on July 24, Cruise-In on August 7

The Lenoir City Council approved the sale of city-owned property to Thomas Neal Moody of Lenoir, North Carolina. The sale will close within 30 days after the final upset bid period, with payment required in cash, cashier's check, or certified check. The city reserves the right to withdraw the property or reject bids before final acceptance.

• Approved the sale of city property to Thomas Neal Moody, with closing within 30 days after the final upset bid period.
• Required payment in cash, cashier's check, or certified check at closing.
• Reserved the right to withdraw the property from sale or reject all bids before final acceptance.
• Authorized city officials to execute necessary conveyance documents to Thomas Neal Moody.

City Council

The Lenoir City Council is meeting as a Committee of the Whole to receive updates from public utilities, public works, police, fire, and finance, and to consider a budget amendment for the 2020 Unifour Consortium HOME Program. The amendment increases the project budget by $621,774.55, primarily for down payment assistance and program income administration. The council will also authorize a July 4th fireworks permit and enter closed session to discuss personnel.

• Amendment #2 to 2020 Unifour Consortium HOME Program Capital Project Budget Ordinance in the amount of $621,774.55
• July 4th Fireworks Permit Authorization
• May Financial Summary for General Fund, Downtown District, and Water/Sewer Fund
• May Communication Report
• Closed session pursuant to N.C.G.S. §143-318.11(6) to discuss personnel

The Lenoir City Council approved a fireworks permit for Pyro Shows, Inc. for July 4 at Optimist Park, and approved an 8% salary increase for City Manager Scott Hildebran plus a 2.5% increase to his 401(k) match, effective immediately. The council also approved the July calendar and entered closed session for personnel matters.

• Approved fireworks permit for Pyro Shows, Inc. for July 4 at Optimist Park
• Approved 8% salary increase for City Manager Scott Hildebran
• Approved 2.5% increase to 401(k) match for City Manager, total 5%
• Approved July calendar of committee meetings
• Entered closed session to discuss personnel
• Re-entered open session after closed discussion

City Council

The Lenoir City Council will vote on several consent agenda items, including a $3.83 million capital project budget for American Rescue Plan funds, a $500,000 grant for Craftmaster Furniture, and the sale of a vacant lot on Wheeler Street for $500. The council will also enter closed session to discuss attorney-client privilege. The agenda is mostly routine approvals and administrative items.

• Adopt Capital Project Budget Ordinance for American Recovery Plan funds: $3,834,691.00
• Approve Capital Project Budget Ordinance for NC Rural Center grant: $500,000.00 for Craftmaster Furniture
• Accept offer to purchase city-owned vacant parcel at 500 block of Wheeler Street for $500.00 (NCPIN#2749577733, Tax ID#06-5-173B)
• Declare Police Corporal Thai Lee's badge and service weapon (Serial #G403227) as surplus property
• Approve lease agreement with Hibriten Mountain LLC for communications equipment on Hibriten Mountain

The Lenoir City Council voted 5-0 to approve the consent agenda, which included a $3,834,691 capital project budget for American Recovery Plan funds, a $500,000 budget for a Craftmaster Furniture grant, and a lease agreement with Hibriten Mountain LLC. The council also entered closed session to discuss attorney-client privilege and then returned to open session. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved the consent agenda as presented, including minutes, surplus property resolution, lease agreement, budget amendments, and capital project ordinances.
• Adopted a Capital Project Budget Ordinance for American Recovery Plan funds in the amount of $3,834,691.00.
• Approved a Capital Project Budget Ordinance for $500,000.00 for the NC Rural Center Grant funding for Craftmaster Furniture.
• Accepted an offer to purchase real property in the 500 block of Wheeler Street for $500.00 from Thomas Neal Moody.
• Entered closed session to discuss attorney/client privilege, then returned to open session.

City Council

The Lenoir City Council will hold public hearings and may adopt the FY2021-22 budget ordinance, totaling $28,489,272, which includes a net revenue-neutral property tax rate of 57 cents per $100 (down 1 cent) and a 2% water/sewer rate increase. They will also consider amendments to Chapters 18 and 19 of the city code to update subdivision and street regulations to comply with state law. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes and capital project budgets for a $164,146 CDBG grant and a $1,454,095 HOME program.

• Public hearing and possible adoption of FY2021-22 budget ($28,489,272 total)
• Property tax rate set at 57 cents per $100 (net revenue neutral, down 1 cent)
• Water and sewer rates increase by 2%
• Amendments to Chapters 18 and 19 (Streets/Sidewalks and Subdivisions) to comply with NCGS 160D
• Consent agenda: $164,146 CDBG and $1,454,095 HOME program budgets

The Lenoir City Council voted 5-0 to approve the annual FY2021-2022 Recommended Budget as recommended by City Manager Hildebran. The Council also held a public hearing and approved amendments to Chapters 18 (Streets and Sidewalks) and 19 (Subdivisions) of the City Code, updating them to comply with N.C.G.S. Chapter 160D. The amendments were adopted with minor changes presented in an addendum.

• Approved FY2021-2022 Recommended Budget (5-0)
• Approved amendments to Chapters 18 and 19 of City Code (Streets and Sidewalks, Subdivisions)

City Council

The Lenoir City Council Committee of the Whole is meeting to receive updates from city departments, including public utilities, public works, community development, finance, and public safety. The agenda includes reports on current projects from various boards and a first-quarter report from the fire department. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is primarily for discussion and information.

• Update on public utilities and public works projects
• Report on Lenoir Tourism Development Authority and Business Advisory Board projects
• Planning Board update on current projects
• Fire Department 2021 First Quarter Report
• April Communication Report from Public Information Officer

The Lenoir City Council met as a Committee of the Whole on May 25, 2021, receiving reports from department directors on utilities, public works, community development, and public safety. No formal votes or decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with updates on ongoing projects and upcoming events. The only action was approving the June calendar by consensus.

• Approved June calendar by consensus
• No formal votes taken; all items were informational

Planning Board

The Lenoir Planning Board will consider a conditional zoning request for 229 Pennton Ave NW to allow three zero-lot-line houses, and will review a proposed amendment to the Streets and Subdivision Ordinance. The board will also swear in new members and receive an update on zoning permits. Recommendations will go to City Council on June 15, 2021.

• Conditional zoning request CZ #6-21 for 229 Pennton Ave NW to allow 3 zero-lot-line houses on a .35-acre lot in B-6 zoning
• Proposed amendment ZOA #1-21 to the Streets and Subdivision Ordinance
• Swearing in of Planning Board members
• Update on zoning permits issued

The Lenoir Planning Board tabled a conditional zoning request for 229 Pennton Ave NW, which would allow three zero-lot-line houses, until the June 28, 2021 meeting due to floodplain concerns. The board also unanimously approved amendments to the Streets and Subdivision Ordinance, changing the approval process for minor subdivisions to quasi-judicial, and called for a public hearing at City Council on June 1, 2021.

• Tabled CZ #6-21 for 229 Pennton Ave NW until June 28, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved ZOA #1-21 Streets and Subdivision Ordinance amendments (unanimous)
• Called for public hearing on ZOA #1-21 at City Council on June 1, 2021

City Council

The Lenoir City Council is holding a budget review meeting for FY 2021-22, covering the current financial summary, budget priorities, revaluation, capital items, fund balance, and the American Rescue Plan. The agenda includes a Committee of the Whole meeting on May 25 for follow-up items and department updates. Financial data as of April 30, 2021, shows the General Fund with revenues at 92% of budget and expenditures at 75%, and the Water/Sewer Fund with revenues at 93% and expenditures at 70%.

• Review of FY 2021-22 budget priorities and message
• Revaluation overview
• FY 2021-22 capital items list
• Fund balance evaluation (unreserved fund balance $10,483,369 in 2020)
• American Rescue Plan discussion

The City Council held a budget review session and discussed the proposed FY2021-22 budget, which includes a reduced property tax rate of 57 cents per $100 (down 1 cent) and a 2% increase in water/sewer rates. No formal votes were taken; the session was informational. The budget also includes a 20-cent downtown district rate (down 5 cents) and addresses priorities like employee compensation, housing, and infrastructure.

• Reviewed proposed General Fund budget of $18,594,890 with reduced property tax rate of 57 cents per $100 (from 58 cents)
• Reviewed proposed Water/Sewer Fund budget of $9,629,744 with 2% water/sewer rate increase effective July 1, 2021
• Reviewed proposed Downtown Municipal Service District budget with reduced tax rate of 20 cents per $100 (from 25 cents)
• Discussed adding two positions: one for sanitation collection and one for downtown cleanliness
• Noted $3,834,691 in American Rescue Plan funds allocated to Lenoir, not included in proposed budget
• Reviewed capital items for General Fund ($558,000) and Water/Sewer Fund ($1,210,000)
• Discussed fund balance of $10,483,369 (58.23% of budget)
• No formal votes taken; meeting was informational

City Council

The Lenoir City Council will recognize retiring Police Sergeant Greg Snider, approve consent agenda items including parking lot leases and a capital project, and hear the recommended FY2021-22 budget with a call for a public hearing. The meeting also includes a closed session for attorney-client privilege.

• Resolution honoring Sergeant Greg Snider for 20+ years of service and presenting his service weapon and badge
• Parking lot agreements with Waterlife Church (1007 Morganton Boulevard SW) and United Presbyterian Church (415 Pennell Street NE), effective June 1, 2021 through May 31, 2031
• Capital Project Budget Ordinance of $222,215 for the Linkside Connector/Hotel Street Project
• Call for public hearing on June 1, 2021 for Streets & Subdivisions Ordinance amendments
• Presentation of recommended FY2021-22 Annual Budget and call for public hearing on June 1, 2021

The Lenoir City Council reviewed the proposed FY2021-22 budget, which includes a reduced property tax rate of $0.57 per $100 (down 1 cent) and a 2% water/sewer rate increase. The budget funds employee raises, fire pay restructuring, and $590,000 for paving, but no final vote is recorded in the minutes. The council also adopted resolutions honoring retiring Sergeant Greg Snider and authorizing the disposal of his badge and service weapon.

• Adopted resolution recognizing Sergeant Greg Snider's 30 years of service
• Adopted resolution declaring Snider's badge and Sig Sauer P220R as surplus property
• Reviewed proposed $18,594,890 General Fund budget with reduced tax rate of $0.57 per $100
• Reviewed proposed $9,629,744 Water/Sewer Fund budget with 2% rate increase
• Discussed parking agreement with United Presbyterian Church for $750/year

City Council

The Lenoir City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda that includes approving an extension of a parking lot lease with Tye Investments, LLC, for property between South Main and Mulberry Streets, effective June 1, 2021. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings and several proclamations recognizing public works, motorcycle safety, peace officers, drinking water, and firefighters. No public hearings or major policy items are scheduled.

• Parking lot lease extension with Tye Investments, LLC, for property between South Main and Mulberry Streets, effective June 1, 2021
• Approval of minutes from April 19, 2021 City Council and April 27, 2021 Committee of the Whole meetings
• Proclamations for National Public Works Week, Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month, Peace Officers' Memorial Week, Celebrate Drinking Water Week, and International Firefighters' Day

The Lenoir City Council met on May 4, 2021, and approved the consent agenda as recommended by the City Manager. The agenda included approval of meeting minutes, a parking lot lease extension with Tye Investments, and several proclamations recognizing public works, peace officers, motorcycle safety, drinking water, and firefighters. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, lease extension, and proclamations (7-0)
• Approved extension of lease agreement with Tye Investments for parking lot between South Main and Mulberry Streets
• Approved proclamation for National Public Works Week (May 16-22)
• Approved proclamation for Peace Officers' Memorial Week (May 9-15)
• Approved proclamation for Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month (May)
• Approved proclamation for Celebrate Drinking Water Week (May 2-8)
• Approved proclamation for International Firefighters' Day (May 4)

City Council

The Lenoir City Council Committee of the Whole is meeting to receive updates from various departments, including Public Utilities, Public Works, Community Development, Finance, and Public Safety. A key item is a recommendation to reclassify the Athletic Director position to Athletic Director/Park Manager, with a pay grade change from 22 to 26, effective May 1, 2021. The council will also hear reports on the March financial summary, tourism, business advisory, planning, and parks and recreation activities.

• Reclassify Athletic Director to Athletic Director/Park Manager, pay grade 22 to 26, effective 05/01/21
• March Financial Summary: General Fund revenue $16.28M (87% of budget), expenditures $12.64M (68%)
• Lenoir Tourism Development Authority: fund balance $223,172.24, $10,000 Visit NC credit for marketing
• Parks & Recreation: renovations at Lenoir High School, walking park, Optimist Clubhouse, greenway paving
• Police and Fire Department updates, including 2020 annual report

The Lenoir City Council voted 5-0 to approve the job description for a reclassified Athletic Director/Park Manager position, which will oversee multiple parks and the greenway. The meeting also included updates on utility projects, public works, and financial reports, but no other formal votes were taken.

• Approved Athletic Director/Park Manager job description (5-0)
• Approved May calendar by consensus

Planning Board

The Planning Board is reviewing proposed amendments to the Streets and Subdivisions ordinances. The changes aim to align with new state land use laws, reorganize regulations, and streamline the subdivision approval process.

• Streets and Subdivisions Ordinance Update
• Update on zoning permits issued between 03/12/2021 - 04/16/2021

The Lenoir County Planning Board unanimously approved the minutes from its March 22, 2021 meeting. The board received a presentation on subdivision regulations and discussed zoning permits and a return to in-person meetings starting in May. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved March 22, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled in-person meetings to resume in May

City Council

The Lenoir City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the FY2021 Action Plan for CDBG and HOME funds, including $129,410 for renovations at the Old Lenoir High School Complex. The council will also consider two engineering services contracts with McGill Associates for water projects, and a five-year lease of a city parking lot to NCSECU for an ATM at $1,200 per year. The agenda includes recognition of the Hibriten High School soccer team and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Public hearing and approval of FY2021 Action Plan and Unifour HOME Plan (CDBG $161,762 total)
• Engineering services contract with McGill Associates for Water Interconnect Project
• Engineering services contract with McGill Associates for Whitnel Water Transmission Main Replacement
• Five-year lease of parking lot at 601 West Avenue to NCSECU for ATM at $1,200/year
• Resolution recognizing Hibriten High School soccer team as state runner-up

The Lenoir City Council approved two engineering services contracts with McGill Associates: $194,000 for the Water Interconnect Project and $270,000 for the Whitnel Water Transmission Main Replacement. Both votes were 5-0. The council also approved the FY2021 Action Plan and Unifour HOME Consortium Plan, which includes $161,762 in CDBG funds and $1,154,095 in HOME funds.

• Approved FY2021 Action Plan and Unifour HOME Consortium Plan (5-0)
• Approved $194,000 engineering services contract with McGill Associates for Water Interconnect Project (5-0)
• Approved $270,000 engineering services contract with McGill Associates for Whitnel Water Transmission Main Replacement (5-0)

City Council

The Lenoir City Council is meeting to receive the police department's 2020 annual report, approve several consent agenda items including a change order and a property lease, and consider a resolution to seek state funding for water system improvements. The council will also vote on an order to demolish a structure at 1921 Marigold Lane and make board reappointments.

• Change Order #3 for Lower Creek WWTP Biosolids Improvements project in the amount of $26,745.97
• Resolution authorizing lease of city property to Bernhardt Transportation, LLC at $1,500 monthly for one year
• Resolution to authorize filing application for state loan/grant for Finley Area Water System Improvements Project
• Order of Abatement for property at 1921 Marigold Lane, Parcel ID#03-53-2-16, directing demolition
• Proclamation declaring April 11-17 as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week

The Lenoir City Council voted 7-0 to approve an ordinance amending Chapter 12 of the City Code to address nuisances related to disease vector species, including rabies-vector species like raccoons and bats. The ordinance was previously deferred from an August 18, 2020 public hearing. The meeting also included reports on upcoming recognitions and commendations, with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 12-Nuisances to include disease vector species, including rabies-vector species, by a 7-0 vote.
• Authorized the Minimum Housing Inspector to post a notice and demolish the dwelling at 1921 Marigold Ln, deemed unfit for human habitation.

City Council

The Lenoir City Council is holding a budget retreat to review the proposed FY2021-22 budget, including a draft water and sewer capital improvements plan, financial models, and proposed rate increases. They will also discuss council goals, general fund projections, and ongoing considerations like coronavirus impacts and American Rescue Plan funds. Action items include approving the budget calendar and proposed water/sewer rates.

• Proposed FY2021-22 water/sewer rates: residential inside 5,000 gal water charge rises from $23.86 to $24.34, sewer from $24.88 to $25.38 (2% increase)
• Draft water/sewer capital improvements plan totals $57,846,000 over 10+ years, including $5.1M Finley Area water system improvements and $3.3M Crossroads Shopping Center sewer
• Budget calendar: public hearing June 1, 2021, adoption earliest June 1
• General fund update: revenue at 79% of budget as of 2/28/2021, expenditures at 61%
• Council priorities include competitive compensation, housing, street paving, and water/sewer improvements

At the FY2021-22 budget retreat, the Lenoir City Council approved a 2% increase to water and sewer rates, effective July 1, 2021, and approved the FY2021-2022 Budget Calendar. The council also reviewed the 10-year Water & Sewer Fund Capital Improvements Plan, financial summaries, and discussed budget priorities, but no other formal votes were taken.

• Approved 2% water and sewer rate increase effective July 1, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved FY2021-2022 Budget Calendar (7-0)

Planning Board

The Lenoir Planning Board will receive a presentation on the Comprehensive Plan and an update on zoning permits issued. The board is advisory to City Council, and all recommendations are subject to final action by Council.

• Comprehensive Plan presentation
• Update on zoning permits issued
• Consideration of January 25, 2021 minutes

The Lenoir County Planning Board met via teleconference and approved the minutes from the January 25, 2021 meeting. The board received a presentation from Planning Director Jenny Wheelock on the comprehensive plan update, which is required by new state land use law NCGS Chapter 160D to maintain zoning enforcement authority by July 1, 2022. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of January 25, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Heard presentation on comprehensive plan update (no action taken)

City Council

The Lenoir City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving prior meeting minutes, renewing a sidewalk café permit for Side Street Pour House Grill, and receiving reports from the city manager and mayor. The mayor will recommend reappointments to the Board of Adjustments, with votes scheduled for a future meeting. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Renewal of Side Street Pour House Grill Sidewalk Café Permit
• Reappointment of James Bradshaw and Tim Scobie to Board of Adjustments (3-year terms)
• Announcement of Jeff Church (Alternate) and Leah Hamilton for Board of Adjustments reappointment, vote on April 6
• Approval of minutes from March 2, 2021 Council meeting and February 23/25 Budget Retreats

The Lenoir City Council approved the consent agenda, which included the minutes from the March 2 meeting and the February planning retreats, and the renewal of the Side Street Pour House Grill sidewalk cafe permit. The vote was 6-0. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included recognitions, COVID-19 updates, and announcements of upcoming meetings.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and sidewalk cafe permit renewal (6-0)

City Council

The Lenoir City Council will consider approving a $250,000 Recreational Trails Program grant for the Lenoir OVNHT Greenway Link Project, a $500,000 budget amendment for a Craftmaster Furniture building reuse grant, and a $292,489 change order for the AMI Implementation Project. The council will also hold the first of two public meetings to receive comments on the proposed FY2021 Action Plan for CDBG and HOME funds. Additionally, the council will consider an authorizing resolution for a Building Reuse Grant submission for 'Project Xplode'.

• Approve $250,000 grant contract for Lenoir OVNHT Greenway Link Project
• Approve $500,000 budget amendment for Craftmaster Furniture Building Reuse Grant
• Approve $292,489 change order for MeterSys AMI Implementation Project
• Hold first public meeting on FY2021 Action Plan for CDBG and HOME funds
• Consider authorizing resolution for 'Project Xplode' Building Reuse Grant submission

The Lenoir City Council approved a $292,489 change order for the AMI Implementation Project with MeterSys, funded from existing contingency, and authorized a $500,000 Building Reuse Grant application for Project Xplode, a local company expansion creating 50 jobs. Both items passed unanimously 7-0. The council also approved the consent agenda, including a $250,000 Recreational Trails Program grant and a $500,000 budget amendment for Craftmaster Furniture.

• Approved $292,489 Change Order No. 1 for MeterSys AMI project (7-0)
• Approved Authorizing Resolution for $500,000 Building Reuse Grant for Project Xplode (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $250,000 Recreational Trails Program grant and $500,000 Craftmaster Furniture budget amendment (7-0)

City Council

The Lenoir City Council is holding a two-part planning retreat to review the city's mission, 2020 accomplishments, and strategic priorities, and to discuss which issues and projects should continue or be added for 2021-22. The agenda includes presentations on Caldwell County revaluation and a comprehensive plan update, as well as facilitated discussions and a ranking exercise to guide budget and resource allocation.

• Review of 2020-21 strategic priorities including housing, community beautification, infrastructure, and economic development
• Caldwell County revaluation update by Tax Administrator Monty W. Woods
• Comprehensive Plan and Foreclosures Program update by Jenny Wheelock
• Customer Service Team update on training, employee appreciation, and 2021 plans
• CARES Act funding of $365,713.17 spent on COVID-19 response, including PPE, greenway improvements, and IT upgrades

The City Council met for a virtual retreat and received updates on COVID relief funds, development projects, and city priorities. Staff reported that $22,591 in water bill assistance and $71,103.41 in rent/mortgage payments were disbursed to households through a CDBG-CV grant. The council also heard about completed and ongoing projects, including a new townhome, the Parkview Subdivision, and greenway expansion. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Received update on COVID funding: $22,591 in water bill assistance to 94 households and $71,103.41 in rent/mortgage payments to 60 households were disbursed.
• Heard that a 3-unit townhome at 1015 Ashe Avenue was completed, following a Conditional Use Permit approved in November 2018.
• Noted that Brushy Mountain Builders started construction on the first two of 18+ houses in Parkview Subdivision.
• Reviewed 2020 Council Budget Priorities and status of accomplishments.
• Discussed plans for street paving, greenway connections, and a City-wide Asset Inventory and Assessment.
• Heard legislative update from NCLM, including efforts on COVID Relief Fund Bill and HB2.
• Discussed potential future projects, including downtown two-way traffic conversion and stormwater improvements.
• No formal votes or resolutions were taken during the retreat.

City Council

The Lenoir City Council is holding a two-day virtual planning retreat to review the city's mission, strategic priorities, and department updates, and to discuss and rank priorities for the 2021-22 fiscal year. The agenda includes presentations on the state of the city, a Caldwell County revaluation update, and a comprehensive plan update, followed by facilitated discussions on which projects to continue or add. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; the retreat is for planning and discussion.

• Review of 2020-21 strategic priorities and ranking exercise for 2021-22 priorities
• Caldwell County revaluation update by Tax Administrator Monty W. Woods
• Comprehensive Plan update and foreclosures program update by Jenny Wheelock
• Customer Service Team update and employee recognition activities
• CARES Act funding report: $365,713.17 received, 56% spent on PPE and social distancing, 44% on COVID-related salaries

The City Council held a virtual retreat, hearing reports on COVID-19 relief funds, development progress, and legislative updates. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was informational and procedural. The next retreat session is scheduled for February 25, 2021.

• No formal decisions were made; the meeting was a retreat with reports and discussion.
• Heard that $22,591 in water bill assistance and $71,103.41 in rent/mortgage aid were disbursed to households via COVID grants.
• Noted completion of a 3-unit townhome at 1015 Ashe Avenue and construction start on Parkview Subdivision houses.
• Reviewed 2020 Council Budget Priorities and status of accomplishments.
• Discussed legislative updates from NCLM, including HB2 and COVID relief funding.
• Scheduled the second Planning Retreat Session for February 25, 2021.

City Council

The Lenoir City Council will recognize three individuals with resolutions: the late Gary E. Everhardt for his service, retiring Police Officer Scott Kanupp, and retiring Battalion Chief Todd Laws. The council will also approve a change order for the Lower Creek WWTP Biosolids project and consider board reappointments.

• Approval of Change Order #2 for Lower Creek WWTP Biosolids project, increasing contract to $4,291,895.03
• Resolution honoring Gary E. Everhardt for four decades of service
• Resolution honoring Officer Scott Kanupp and declaring his service weapon surplus
• Resolution honoring Battalion Chief Todd Laws for 30 years of service
• Reappointments to Tourism, Parks, and Business Advisory Boards

The Lenoir City Council voted 6-0 to reappoint individuals to the Tourism Development Authority, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, and Business Advisory Board as recommended by the mayor. The mayor also announced upcoming appointments to the Board of Adjustments to be voted on at the March 2 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Reappointed Matthew Underwood to Lenoir Tourism Development Authority (4-year term) (6-0)
• Reappointed James Robertson and Michael Dineen to Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (2-year terms) (6-0)
• Reappointed Kimmie Rogers to Lenoir Business Advisory Board (3-year term) (6-0)

City Council

The Lenoir City Council will consider entering into a new four-year Sales Tax Reinvestment Agreement with Caldwell County and several neighboring towns, running from July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2025. The council will also receive reports on upcoming committee meetings and consider a board appointment. The agenda includes consent items for approving minutes of prior meetings.

• Sales Tax Reinvestment Agreement with Caldwell County, Gamewell, Sawmills, Cajah's Mountain, Hudson, Granite Falls, and Lenoir (4-year term)
• Mayor to recommend Tim Poarch for Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (2-year term)
• Announcements of individuals for future appointments to boards/commissions
• Approval of minutes from January 19 and January 26 meetings

The Lenoir City Council voted 7-0 to adopt a new Sales Tax Reinvestment Agreement with Caldwell County and five other municipalities, effective July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2025. The agreement uses the per capita method of sales tax distribution and funds economic development. The council also approved the consent agenda and appointed Tim Poarch to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.

• Adopted Sales Tax Reinvestment Agreement with Caldwell County and five towns (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes from Jan 19 and Jan 26 meetings (7-0)
• Appointed Tim Poarch to Parks and Recreation Advisory Board for two-year term (7-0)

City Council

The Lenoir City Council Committee of the Whole will receive updates from department heads on public utilities, public works, community development, finance, and public safety. Presentations include the Wayfinding Signage & Branding Project, a December financial summary, and a proposed HR position reclassification. The agenda is primarily informational, with no formal votes scheduled.

• Presentation on Wayfinding Signage & Branding Project by Economic Development Director Kaylynn Horn and Planning Director Jenny Wheelock
• December financial summary: General Fund revenue at 66% of budget, expenditures at 47%
• Proposal to reclassify Human Resources Secretary to Human Resources Administrative Assistant (grade 14 to 18, effective 02/01/21)
• Updates from Police Chief Brent Phelps and Fire Chief Ken Hair
• Parks & Recreation Advisory Board to meet Feb 15 at Mulberry Recreation Center

The Lenoir City Council voted 7-0 to approve the job description for the Human Resources Administrative Assistant position, which replaces the Human Resources Secretary role and changes the pay grade from Grade 14 to Grade 18, effective February 1, 2021. The meeting also included informational updates on public utilities, public works, community development, and public safety, but no other formal votes were taken.

• Approved HR Administrative Assistant job description and pay grade change (7-0)

Planning Board

The Lenoir Planning Board will consider adopting a Joint Rules of Procedure shared with the Board of Adjustment and Historic Preservation Commission, vote on officers for the coming term, and receive a presentation on the Comprehensive Plan. The board is advisory to City Council, so its recommendations are subject to final City Council action. The agenda also includes an update on zoning permits issued.

• Adoption of Joint Rules of Procedure for Planning Board, Board of Adjustment, and Historic Preservation Commission
• Vote on officers (Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson)
• Comprehensive Plan presentation
• Update on zoning permits issued
• Historic Preservation Commission to adopt Joint Rules of Procedure

Board of Adjustment

The Lenoir County Board of Adjustment met virtually and took three actions: approved the November 23, 2020 minutes, unanimously adopted the Joint Rules of Procedure, and unanimously elected Sharon Bryant as Chair and Leah Hamilton as Vice-Chair for two-year terms starting February 2021. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved November 23, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Joint Rules of Procedure (unanimous)
• Elected Sharon Bryant as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Leah Hamilton as Vice-Chair (unanimous)

City Council

The Lenoir City Council will vote on adopting the N.C.G.S. Chapter 160D ordinance update, which was the subject of a public hearing on January 5, and will consider awarding a $70,892.00 bid for restroom and deck renovations at T.H. Broyhill Walking Park. The consent agenda includes approval of the FY2021 audit contract, several budget amendments allocating COVID-19 reimbursements and other funds, and the meeting minutes from January 5.

• Adoption of Chapter 160D ordinance updates (deferred from Jan. 5 hearing)
• Bid award of $70,892.00 to Precision Contracting Company for T.H. Broyhill Walking Park restroom/deck renovations
• FY2021 audit contract with S. Eric Bowman, PA at $98.00/hour, 75% cap of $36,382.00
• Budget amendments: $314,054.98 (General Fund), $25,400.00 (Water Fund), $8,200.00 (Main Street), $18,000.00 (LTDA) for COVID reimbursements; $55,000.00 for NC Rural Center grant (Woodgrain Millwork); $100,000.00 donation for T.H. Broyhill Walking Park bathrooms/deck
• Board re-appointments: Tim Biddix and Matt Underwood (Lenoir Business Advisory Board), James Bradshaw (Planning Board)

City Council

The Lenoir City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed ordinance updates required by new state land-use law (N.C.G.S. 160D), with action deferred to the January 19 meeting. The council will also consider awarding an $86,384 contract for the former Lenoir High School auditorium renovation and recognize K-9 Axel, who died in December.

• Public hearing on N.C.G.S. 160D ordinance updates (action deferred to Jan. 19)
• Bid award: $86,384 to Precision Construction Company for former LHS auditorium renovation
• Proclamation honoring K-9 Axel, who served the police department for six years
• Board re-appointments: Tim Biddix and Matt Underwood (Business Advisory Board), James Bradshaw (Planning Board)
• Parks & Recreation Advisory Board vacancy due to Erik Rabinowitz's resignation