Lenoir County public meetings in 2022

City Council

The Lenoir City Council will consider several consent agenda items, including accepting a $2,000 final offer for a 0.24-acre parcel on Folk Street, approving a $30,000 amendment for engineering services on the Crossroads Sewer Line Replacement Project, and awarding a $21,234 bid for aluminum bleachers at Mack Cook Stadium. The council will also enter closed session to discuss attorney-client privilege.

• Final offer to purchase 0.24-acre city-owned parcel on Folk Street for $2,000 from Rusty Castle Investors, LLC
• Amendment No. 2 for $30,000 to McGill Associates for Crossroads Sewer Line Replacement Project engineering
• Final adjusting change order for Biosolids Facilities Improvement Project with a net increase of $6,689.19
• Bid award of $21,234 to Highland Products Group for two sets of 5-row aluminum bleachers at Mack Cook Stadium
• Resolution accepting amended Caldwell County Animal Care Enforcement Ordinance

City Council voted 7-0 to adopt a consent agenda including a real property sale, sewer project amendments, and stadium equipment. The council also approved a resolution allowing Caldwell County to enforce animal care ordinances within city limits.

• Approved sale of 0.24 acre parcel on Folk Street to Rusty Castle Investors, LLC for $2,000 plus advertising costs (7-0)
• Approved $30,000 Amendment No. 2 for McGill Associates regarding Crossroads Sewer line Replacement Project (7-0)
• Approved Final Adjusting Change Order for Biosolids Facilities Improvement Project increasing contract by $6,689.19 (7-0)
• Approved $21,234 bid to Highland Products Group/The Park Catalog for aluminum bleachers at Mack Cook Stadium (7-0)
• Adopted resolution granting Caldwell County Animal Care Enforcement Division authority to operate within city limits (7-0)
• Approved minutes from November 1, 2022 meeting (7-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board is reviewing a request for preliminary approval of a major subdivision plat to create 22 residential lots on Hillhaven Place. The board is also holding an election for a Vice-Chair position and receiving an update on zoning permits.

• Preliminary approval request for #SP 1-22 Hillhaven Subdivision to create 22 lots
• Election for Vice-Chair position
• Update on issued zoning permits

The Planning Board approved a preliminary plat for a major subdivision to create 22 lots on Hillhaven Place, subject to seven specific conditions. The request will move to an evidentiary hearing at City Council on December 20, 2022. The board also elected a new vice-chair.

• Approved preliminary plat for 22-lot Hillhaven subdivision with conditions (4-1)
• Approved meeting minutes from September 26, 2022 (unanimous)
• Elected Kyle Case as nominated vice-chair (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review the FY2021-2022 audit and consider an offer to purchase city-owned property on the 400 block of Folk Street. The meeting also includes proclamations for National Hospice and Palliative Care Month and Giving Tuesday.

• Proposed sale of real property on 400 Block of Folk Street to Rusty Castle Investors, LLC for $2,000 plus advertising costs
• Presentation of the FY2021-2022 Audit by Cynthia Randolph, C. Randolph, CPA, PLLC
• Proclamation for National Hospice and Palliative Care Month (November 2022)
• Proclamation for #Giving Tuesday (November 29, 2022)
• Information on city leaf collection starting in November

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several contracts and administrative updates. The primary focus is a proposed engineering contract for water system improvements in the Finley area. The body will also consider personnel changes and a social district management plan.

• Engineering services contract with McGill Associates for Finley Area Water System Improvements (estimated project cost $6.3 million)
• Software Service Agreement with Norfield Development Partners, LLC for Online Locator Ticket Management
• Approval of the Social District Operations & Management Plan
• Addition of a Horticulture Specialist position
• Resolution declaring a police badge and Sig Sauer Model P220R .45 caliber weapon as surplus property

City Council approved a contract with McGill Associates for the Finley Area Water System Improvements Project. Other key actions included adopting a downtown social district plan and approving a $250 holiday bonus for city employees.

• Approved Engineering Services Agreement with McGill Associates for Finley Area Water System Improvements (5-0)
• Approved Software Service Agreement with Norfield Development Partners, LLC for 811 utility location (5-0)
• Authorized letter to NCDOT not opposing easement removal from Blue Ridge Energy property (5-0)
• Adopted Social District Operations & Management Plan (5-0)
• Approved job description for Horticulture Specialist position (5-0)
• Approved updates to Personnel Resolution regarding hiring rates and HR title (5-0)
• Approved $250.00 Employee Holiday Bonus (5-0)
• Adopted resolution declaring badge and service weapon of Sherry Beavers as surplus property (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding rezoning 15 parcels on Underdown Avenue, Leto Place, and Pad Place from heavy industrial to multi-family residential. The body will also consider a Special Use Permit for a ground-floor residence at 212 Church Street NW and a new ordinance for a Downtown Social District.

• Rezoning of 15 parcels (4.9 acres) on Underdown Avenue, Leto Place, and Pad Place from I-2 to R-6
• Special Use Permit for ground-floor residential use at 212 Church Street NW
• Adoption of an Ordinance to add Article V 'Downtown Social District' to Chapter 13 of the City Code
• Authorization of a contract with DRL Group for the Downtown Lenoir Master Plan/The Campus Master Plan
• Adoption of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a proposed conditional zoning district for a multi-phase residential project and a new downtown social district. The body will also consider speed limit changes and two $500,000 grant-related budget items.

• Proposed rezoning of 157 acres off McLean Drive from R-12 to CZ-9 for up to 350 residential units
• First reading of an ordinance to create a "Downtown Social District"
• Proposed 20 MPH speed limit for Pennwood Street NE, Glenview Street NE, Circle Drive NE, and Ridgecrest Drive NE
• Capital Project Budget Ordinance for EPA Brownfields Grant #2 Project in the amount of $500,000
• Budget Amendment for Building Reuse Grant for Exela Pharma Sciences, LLC in the amount of $500,000

City Council

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing infrastructure upgrades, including a $200,000 IT and financial software project. The body is also considering a grant application for stormwater planning and engineering services for the Finley Area Water System Improvements Project.

• Proposed $200,000 for IT Infrastructure and Financial Software upgrades
• Recommendation to negotiate a service agreement with McGill Associates for the Finley Area Water System Improvements Project
• Proposed resolution to apply for a Stormwater Planning Grant of up to $400,000
• Proposed increase in Water and Sewer Tap Fees
• Proposed new Travel Policy and employee title changes effective October 1, 2022

Planning Board

The Planning Board is reviewing a city-initiated request to rezone 15 parcels from heavy industrial to multi-family residential. The board is also considering a special use permit for a residential dwelling at the Courtney Warehouse. Recommendations will be sent to City Council for final action on October 18, 2022.

• Rezoning of 4.9 acres on Underdown Avenue, Leto Place, and Pad Place from I-2 (Heavy Industrial) to R-6 (Multi-family Residential)
• Special Use Permit request for a street-level residential dwelling at 212 Church Street NW (Courtney Warehouse)
• Review of August 22, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council is meeting to decide on several equipment purchases and real estate transactions. The body is also proposing public hearings for speed limit reductions and the creation of a downtown social district.

• Purchase of a 2023 Labrie Automizer Side Loading refuse truck for $285,000.00
• Sale of 0.90 acre at 2585 Collettsville Road for $750.00
• Proposed 20 MPH speed limits for Pennwood Street NE, Glenview Street NE, Circle Drive NE, and Ridgecrest Drive NE
• Proposed ordinance to establish a Downtown Social District
• Grant applications for water and wastewater system asset inventory and assessment

City Council

The Committee of the Whole is discussing the creation of a social district to allow alcohol consumption in defined outdoor areas downtown. The proposal includes specific rules for ABC permittees, container requirements, and signage. If approved, the item may move to the September 20 City Council agenda.

• Proposed social district hours from 12pm-10pm Monday-Sunday
• Traffic study for Pennwood and Glenview Street
• ADA Transition Plan review
• One million dollar grant for greenway connectivity and Hospital Ave sidewalks
• One million dollar grant application for Band Building renovations

Planning Board

The Planning Board is reviewing a request to re-zone property off McLean Drive to allow for a phased residential development. The proposal includes detached and attached housing with a requirement to preserve at least 30 percent of the acreage as open space.

• Proposed re-zoning of Lowes Rear Entrance Rd, off McLean Drive from R-12 to Conditional Zoning district (CZ-9)
• Proposed development of up to 350 units including townhomes and single-family homes
• Requirement for at least 30 percent open space preservation across three sections
• Nominations for board vice-chair
• Update on issued zoning permits

City Council

The City Council will discuss the purchase of a new fire apparatus and several capital project budget ordinances. The body is also reviewing offers to purchase city-owned real property on Harris Street, Wheeler Street, and Collettsville Road.

• Purchase of Demo Rescue Pumper #HS7507 for $695,054.64
• Capital Project Budget Ordinance of $213,522.00 for Mack Cook Stadium sports lighting
• Change Order No. 1 for Crossroads Sewer Improvements Project increasing contract by $25,509.48
• Sale of six vacant lots on Harris Street and Wheeler Street for $2,000.00
• Offer to purchase 0.90 acre at 2585 Collettsville Road for $750.00

City Council

The City Council will discuss awarding a sports lighting contract for Mack Cook Stadium and the sale of six vacant city lots. The body will also consider a resolution honoring the Dysart-Kendall American Legion Post 29.

• Proposed $213,522 bid award to Camp Electric Company, Inc. for Mack Cook Stadium lighting
• Proposed $2,000 sale of six vacant lots on Wheeler and Harris Street to Michael Corpening
• Proposed resolution honoring Dysart-Kendall American Legion Post 29’s 100th Anniversary
• Authentication of FY2021 Tax Settlement Report and FY2022 Tax Receipt Charge
• Public address by Clay McCreary regarding naming a scenic byway as 'John Muir Parkway'

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for properties at 1231 and 1304 Hibriten Drive SE to allow for auto sales. The body will also consider contracts for downtown architectural services and asphalt resurfacing.

• Proposed rezoning of 1231 and 1304 Hibriten Drive SE from B-1 to B-2 for auto sales
• Proposed $30,000 agreement with Western Piedmont Council of Government for EPA Brownfield Assessment Program
• Proposed contract with Maurer Architecture for schematic design of three downtown redevelopment sites
• Proposed asphalt resurfacing contract award to Tri-County Paving, Inc. at $109/ton
• Resolution and flag presentation to Mr. Alan Hall of Central Barber Shop

City Council

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing proposed policies for American Rescue Plan Act funding and budget amendments for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022. The body is also discussing updates from public utilities, public works, and various advisory boards.

• Proposed adoption of ARP funding policies including Eligible Projects, Allowable Costs, and Premium Pay
• Budget amendment to increase General Fund revenues and expenditures by $225,000
• Approval of tax releases and refunds as of June 23, 2022
• Fireworks Display Permit for July 2, 2022, conducted by Munnerlyn Pyrotechnics
• Closed session to discuss real estate

Planning Board

The Planning Board is reviewing a request to rezone two properties to allow for intensive retailing. The board will also receive information on social districts and an update on issued zoning permits.

• Proposed rezoning of 1231 and 1304 Hibriten Drive SE from B-1 (Neighborhood Business) to B-2 (General Business) for auto sales
• Information presentation on social districts by Matthew Anthony
• Review of 19 issued zoning permits between 05/13/2022 and 06/16/2022

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss and potentially adopt the FY2022-2023 Annual Budget. The body will also consider a resolution to update the 2007 Comprehensive Plan to include recent land use and transportation studies.

• Proposed FY2022-2023 General Fund budget of $20,320,130
• Proposed $1.00 monthly increase in Solid Waste fee to $11 per month
• Capital Project Budget Ordinance of $1,530,918 for 2022 Unifour Consortium HOME Program
• Capital Project Budget Ordinance of $153,768 for 2022 Community Development Block Grant Program
• Capital Project Budget Ordinance of $100,000 for the purchase of Joyceton Waterworks, Inc.

City Council

The Committee of the Whole will receive updates from public utilities, public works, and public safety departments. The meeting includes a review of new job descriptions resulting from the reorganization of public services.

• Review of job descriptions for Public Services Director, Public Utilities Operations Manager, and Public Works Operations Manager
• July 4th Fireworks Permit Authorization
• Letter of Engagement for Angie Clark, Clark & Clark, PA
• Quarterly reports from the Police and Fire Departments
• April Communications Report

Planning Board

The Planning Board is discussing a resolution to update the Comprehensive Plan by incorporating several existing planning efforts and establishing new data management protocols. The board will also review updates on zoning permits and board appointment schedules.

• Resolution to incorporate Pedestrian Plan, Bicycle Plan, and North Main Small Area Plan into the Comprehensive Plan
• Proposal for three new special study areas: Whitnel, West End, and 321 South
• Update on issued zoning permits for the period of 03/21/2022 to 05/12/2022
• Discussion of board appointment schedule and 3-year term lengths