Mount Airy public meetings in 2021

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting on December 16, 2021, with items for discussion and possible action. Key items include a budget ordinance amendment for the Surry Arts Council Multipurpose Arts Facility, a request for water and sewer lines on Highway 52, and resolutions setting public hearings on zoning ordinance amendments. The board will also receive the FY 2020-2021 city audit presentation and consider routine consent agenda items.

• Budget Ordinance Amendment for Surry Arts Council Multipurpose Arts Facility (Ordinance No. 2022-016)
• Request for water and sewer lines to property on Highway 52
• Resolution setting public hearing on zoning amendments for rooming houses (Resolution No. 2022-028)
• Resolution setting public hearing on amendments to Article VI and Article VII of zoning ordinance (Resolution No. 2022-029)
• FY 2020-2021 City Audit Presentation by Martin, Starnes & Associates

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with items for discussion and possible action. Key items include a consent agenda with resolutions on tax releases and public hearings for zoning amendments, a presentation on the FY 2020-2021 city audit, and new business including a budget amendment for the Surry Arts Council Multipurpose Arts Facility and a request for water and sewer lines to a property on Highway 52.

• Resolution No. 2022-027: Approving tax releases
• Resolution No. 2022-028: Setting public hearing on zoning ordinance amendment for rooming houses
• Resolution No. 2022-029: Setting public hearing on zoning ordinance amendments to Table of Permitted and Special Uses and Schedule of Area, Yard, and Height Requirements
• Ordinance No. 2022-016: Budget amendment for Surry Arts Council Multipurpose Arts Facility
• Request for water and sewer lines to property on Highway 52

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners approved a $400,000 budget amendment to fund the Surry Arts Council multipurpose arts facility by a 4-1 vote, with Commissioner Koch dissenting over cost concerns. The board also approved tax releases totaling $124.99, set public hearings for January 20, 2022 on zoning amendments, and declined to extend water/sewer lines to a Highway 52 property. The meeting included a closed session for property acquisition and personnel matters.

• Approved $400,000 budget amendment for Surry Arts Council facility (4-1)
• Approved tax releases totaling $124.99 (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Jan 20, 2022 on rooming house zoning amendments (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Jan 20, 2022 on zoning ordinance area/yard/height changes (unanimous)
• Declined to run water/sewer lines to Highway 52 property (consensus)
• Approved November 4, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Entered closed session for property acquisition and personnel (unanimous)

Unsealed Closed Session Minutes

The Mount Airy Board met in closed session to discuss acquiring property and a personnel matter. They considered a proposal from Tom Webb to build multifamily apartments on city-owned Cherry Street property, including an option agreement and a second mortgage. The board also discussed the search for a new City Manager and planned to invite a candidate back. The minutes are sealed until the transaction is completed.

• Proposal for multifamily apartments on city-owned Cherry Street property
• Option for one year with two six-month extensions
• Tax value of property: $395,180
• City to provide a second mortgage
• City Manager candidate invited back for January 5-6 visit

The board met in closed session to discuss a property acquisition proposal and a personnel matter regarding the City Manager search. No formal decisions were made; the board only discussed the items and then returned to open session. The minutes are sealed until the transaction concludes.

• Discussed option for city-owned Cherry Street property for multifamily apartments (no vote)
• Discussed personnel matter regarding City Manager search (no vote)

Unsealed Closed Session Minutes

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners met in closed session on December 13, 2021, to interview candidates for the city manager position, citing the personnel exemption under state law. The board then reconvened in open session and unanimously approved a motion to end the closed session. No other business was discussed.

• Closed session held under NCGS 143-318.11(a)(6) for city manager interviews
• Unanimous motion by Commissioner Wood to end the closed session

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners entered a closed session on December 13, 2021, to conduct city manager interviews, citing North Carolina personnel law. No decisions were made in open session; the board only voted unanimously to return to open session.

• Entered closed session for city manager interviews (unanimous)
• Returned to open session on motion by Commissioner Wood (unanimous)

Unsealed Closed Session Minutes

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners met in closed session on December 10, 2021, to interview candidates for the city manager position. After the closed session, the board unanimously approved a motion to recess to December 13, 2021, at 5:00 p.m. for further interviews. The minutes are sealed until the hiring process concludes or terminates.

• Closed session held under NCGS 143-318.11(a)(6) for personnel
• City manager interview conducted
• Unanimous motion to recess to Dec. 13, 2021, 5:00 p.m. for more interviews
• Minutes sealed until action concludes or terminates

The board held a closed session to interview city manager candidates, then unanimously returned to open session. A motion to recess until December 13, 2021, for further interviews was approved unanimously. No candidate was selected or rejected during this meeting.

• Entered closed session for city manager interview (unanimous)
• Returned to open session (unanimous)
• Recessed to December 13, 2021, for further city manager interviews (unanimous)

Unsealed Closed Session Minutes

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners met in closed session on December 9, 2021, to interview candidates for the city manager position, citing the personnel exemption under state law. The board then returned to open session, voted unanimously to end the closed session, and recessed to a later date for additional interviews. No decisions or appointments were announced in this agenda.

• Closed session held under NCGS 143-318.11(a)(6) for city manager interview
• Unanimous motion to return to open session
• Recess approved to continue interviews at a later date

The board held a closed session to interview city manager candidates, then unanimously approved a motion to return to open session. Commissioner Wood's motion to recess until December 1 for further interviews was also approved unanimously. No final hiring decision was recorded.

• Approved motion to return to open session (unanimous)
• Approved motion to recess to December 1 for further interviews (unanimous)

Unsealed Closed Session Minutes

The board entered closed session for city manager interviews under personnel exemption, then unanimously returned to open session. A motion to recess until December 9, 2021 at 1:00 PM for further interviews was approved unanimously. No hiring decision was made; the minutes remain sealed until the process concludes.

• Entered closed session for city manager interviews (unanimous)
• Returned to open session (unanimous)
• Recessed to December 9, 2021 at 1:00 PM for further interviews (unanimous)

Unsealed Closed Session Minutes

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners met in closed session on December 7, 2021, to interview candidates for the city manager position, citing the personnel exemption under state law. The board then reconvened in open session and recessed to a later date for further interviews. The minutes are sealed until the hiring process concludes.

• Closed session for city manager interviews under NCGS 143-318.11(a)(6)
• Unanimous motion to return to open session
• Unanimous motion to recess to December for additional interviews

The board met in closed session on December 7, 2021, to conduct city manager interviews, citing North Carolina personnel law. No candidate was selected or discussed in open session; the board only voted to return to open session and to recess to a later date for further interviews. The minutes are sealed until the hiring process concludes.

• Entered closed session for city manager interviews (unanimous)
• Returned to open session (unanimous)
• Recessed to December 14, 2021, at 5:00 pm for further city manager interviews (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items, including a formal request for capital funds from the Surry Arts Council, resolutions to set public hearings for closing unopened streets, and a budget ordinance amendment for a grapple truck purchase. The agenda also includes consent agenda items such as minutes approval and Tourism Development Authority appointments.

• Formal request for capital funds by Surry Arts Council Executive Director Tanya Jones
• Resolution setting public hearing to close unopened street off N. Andy Griffith Highway (Resolution No. 2022-025)
• Resolution setting public hearing to close unopened street off E. Haymore Street (Resolution No. 2022-026)
• Budget ordinance amendment for purchase of grapple truck (Ordinance No. 2022-015)
• Resolution making Tourism Development Authority appointments (Resolution No. 2022-024)

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda that includes a budget ordinance amendment to purchase a grapple truck. The board will also consider resolutions to hold public hearings for closing unopened streets off N. Andy Griffith Highway and E. Haymore Street. Additionally, the Surry Arts Council will present a formal request for capital funds.

• Budget Ordinance Amendment No. 2022-015 for the purchase of a Grapple Truck
• Resolution No. 2022-025 setting a public hearing to close an unopened street off N. Andy Griffith Highway
• Resolution No. 2022-026 setting a public hearing to close an unopened street off E. Haymore Street
• Resolution No. 2022-024 for TDA Appointments
• Formal request for capital funds from Tanya Jones, Surry Arts Council Executive Director

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners approved a $400,000 appropriation to the Surry Arts Council for its new facility, with the city to own the facility upon completion. The board also set public hearings for January 20, 2022, to consider closing two unopened streets, and approved a $185,000 budget amendment for a grapple truck.

• Approved $400,000 appropriation to Surry Arts Council for facility completion (unanimous)
• Approved $185,000 budget amendment for grapple truck purchase (consent agenda)
• Set public hearing for Jan. 20, 2022, on closing unopened street off N. Andy Griffith Highway (consent agenda)
• Set public hearing for Jan. 20, 2022, on closing unopened street off E. Haymore Street (consent agenda)
• Appointed Chad Tidd, Jatin Patel, Commissioner Zalescik, and Pam Stone to Tourism Development Authority (consent agenda)
• Approved agenda and consent agenda unanimously
• Entered closed session for city manager search, then returned to open session

Unsealed Closed Session Minutes

The Board met in closed session to discuss personnel matters regarding the interview process for a new City Manager. Darren Lewis distributed interview packets for five candidates and provided an interview schedule.

• Interviewing for the new City Manager position
• Distribution of interview packets for five candidates

The Mount Airy Board met in closed session under NCGS 143-318.11(a)(6) for personnel matters, discussing the process for interviewing candidates for the new City Manager. Darren Lewis distributed interview packets and a schedule for five candidates. The board then voted unanimously to return to open session and approved a recess for the interviews. These minutes remain sealed until the related transaction concludes or terminates.

• Held closed session under NCGS 143-318.11(a)(6) for personnel discussion on City Manager interviews
• Distributed interview packets and schedule for five candidates
• Voted unanimously to return to open session
• Approved a recess for the interviews

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing an agreement addendum to increase annual payments to Benchmark CMR, Inc. for a Downtown Master Plan. The Board will also consider a budget amendment for downtown improvements and a contract for the Spencer’s Mill Site Redevelopment infrastructure project.

• Resolution to increase Benchmark CMR, Inc. annual fee from $145,000 to $212,000 for the 2021-2022 fiscal year
• Budget Ordinance Amendment for Downtown Improvements (Ordinance No. 2022-012)
• Resolution awarding Spencer’s Mill Site Redevelopment Phase II (Willow Street) Infrastructure Project Contract
• Resolution for a Planning Board appointment
• Presentation on Sanitation Automation and Brush Update

The Board of Commissioners approved a $493,270 contract with Greenfield Utility Construction for the Spencer's Mill Redevelopment Phase II (Willow Street) infrastructure project. They also approved a $10,000 amendment to the Scenic Consulting Group agreement for environmental survey work on the Ararat River Greenway. The board approved a $295,000 budget amendment for downtown improvements and a resolution for a Downtown Master Plan with Benchmark CMR, Inc. Additionally, they directed staff to bring a budget amendment for a new grapple truck for consideration at the December 2 meeting.

• Approved Resolution 2022-023 awarding the Spencer's Mill Phase II contract to Greenfield Utility Construction for $493,270 (base bid $448,428 plus 10% contingency).
• Approved a $10,000 amendment to the Scenic Consulting Group agreement for environmental survey requirements for the Ararat River Greenway.
• Approved Resolution 2022-017 approving Addendum #1 to the Benchmark CMR, Inc. agreement for a Downtown Master Plan.
• Approved Ordinance 2022-012, a $295,000 budget amendment for downtown plans, outdoor space/art, public restrooms, alleyway updates, and downtown banners.
• Approved Resolution 2022-022 appointing Len Fawcett to the Planning Board to fill Joe Zalescik's unexpired term.
• Approved a motion to bring a budget ordinance amendment for a new grapple truck to the December 2, 2021 meeting.
• Approved the amended agenda and consent agenda as presented.
• Approved entering closed session for personnel matters and returning to open session.

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners is holding its regular meeting with items for discussion and possible action, including consent agenda approvals, presentations on sanitation automation and ARP funding, and a resolution to award the Spencer's Mill Site Redevelopment Phase II (Willow Street) infrastructure project contract. The meeting is open to the public in person and virtually.

• Resolution awarding Spencer's Mill Site Redevelopment Phase II (Willow Street) Infrastructure Project Contract (Resolution No. 2022-023)
• Resolution approving Addendum #1 to Benchmark CMR, Inc. Agreement (Resolution No. 2022-017)
• Budget Ordinance Amendment for Downtown Improvements (Ordinance No. 2022-012)
• Resolution making Planning Board appointment (Resolution No. 2022-022)
• Presentation on Sanitation Automation and Brush Update

Unsealed Closed Session Minutes

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners met in closed session to discuss economic development, including a potential hotel and conference center and town homes along Franklin Street. The board agreed to delay decisions on the town homes until the hotel project evolves. The minutes remain sealed until the transaction concludes.

• Discussed potential hotel and conference center development
• Lee and Judy Mills proposed town homes along Franklin Street
• Board deferred action on town homes pending hotel project
• Discussed adding a Visitors Center for Chamber, TDA, and MAD office

The Mount Airy Board met in closed session under NCGS 143-318.11(a)(4) for economic development. They reviewed a presentation on a potential hotel and conference center and discussed town homes along Franklin Street proposed by Lee and Judy Mills. Commissioners agreed to make no decision on the town-home property until the hotel and conference center matter evolves. The board then unanimously returned to open session; minutes remain sealed until the transaction concludes.

• Held closed session under NCGS 143-318.11(a)(4) for economic development
• Reviewed presentation on potential hotel and conference center
• Discussed town homes along Franklin Street proposed by Lee and Judy Mills
• Agreed to defer any decision on the town-home property until hotel/conference center evolves
• Unanimously returned to open session on motion by Commissioner Koch
• Sealed minutes until transaction consummates or terminates

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with items for discussion and possible action, including a resolution on opioid litigation settlement proceeds and a presentation on the Downtown Master Plan. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as approving minutes and tax releases.

• Resolution No. 2022-021: Approving Memorandum of Agreement Regarding Opioid Litigation Settlement Proceeds
• Downtown Master Plan Presentation by Jason Epley, Benchmark CMR Inc.
• Tourism Update by Jessica Roberts, TDA Executive Director
• Resolution No. 2022-020: Approving Tax Releases
• Approval of Minutes for September 16 and October 7, 2021 Board Meetings

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved Resolution 2022-021, authorizing the city to join the state's Memorandum of Agreement on opioid litigation settlement proceeds. The board also approved the consent agenda, including tax releases and prior meeting minutes, and heard a presentation on the Downtown Master Plan. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Resolution 2022-021 for opioid settlement MOA (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including tax releases and prior minutes (unanimous)
• Approved amended agenda adding closed session for personnel (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to consider routine items, including approving tax releases and minutes, and will receive a presentation on the Downtown Master Plan and a tourism update. The board will also consider a resolution approving a memorandum of agreement regarding opioid litigation settlement proceeds. The agenda includes no public hearings or old business items.

• Resolution approving tax releases (Resolution No. 2022-020)
• Resolution approving Memorandum of Agreement regarding Opioid Litigation Settlement Proceeds (Resolution No. 2022-021)
• Downtown Master Plan presentation by Benchmark CMR Inc.
• Tourism update by TDA Executive Director

Unsealed Closed Session Minutes

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners met in closed session to discuss personnel matters related to hiring a new city manager. They reviewed 21 applications and received a recommendation to narrow the list to the top five candidates. The minutes are sealed until a later date.

• Closed session under NCGS 143-318.11(a)(6) for personnel
• Discussion on hiring a new city manager
• 21 applications received for the position
• Recommendation to review top 5 candidates

The Board met in closed session to discuss hiring a new City Manager, reviewing 21 applications. Darren Lewis recommended the Board review all applications and submit their top 5 recommendations. No final decision was made in this session; the minutes are sealed until a later date.

• Discussed hiring process for new City Manager (no vote)
• Reviewed 21 applications for City Manager position
• Darren Lewis recommended Board submit top 5 recommendations

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and consider a rezoning request for 355 Galloway Street, and vote on a contract addendum increasing Benchmark CMR's annual planning fee from $145,000 to $212,000 for a Downtown Master Plan. The board will also consider a grant application for rural health building reuse, a pedestrian plan update grant, and discuss extraterritorial jurisdiction. A closed session is scheduled for property acquisition.

• Public hearing and ordinance to rezone 355 Galloway Street (Ordinance 2022-014)
• Resolution approving Addendum #1 to Benchmark CMR agreement, raising FY2021-22 fee to $212,000 (Resolution 2022-017)
• Budget ordinance amendment for Downtown Plans (Ordinance 2022-012)
• Resolution authorizing NCDOC Rural Health Building Reuse Grant application (Resolution 2022-018)
• Resolution accepting Pedestrian Plan Update Grant and budget amendment (Resolutions 2022-019, Ordinance 2022-013)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a rezoning request for 355 Galloway Street. The meeting also includes discussions regarding budget amendments for downtown plans and pedestrian plan updates.

• Public hearing and ordinance for rezoning 355 Galloway Street
• Resolution approving Addendum #1 to Benchmark CMR, Inc. Agreement
• Budget Ordinance Amendment for Downtown Plans (Ordinance No. 2022-012)
• Resolution authorizing application for a NCDOC Rural Health Building Reuse Grant
• Resolution accepting grant and budget amendment for Pedestrian Plan Update

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners approved a rezoning request for a 0.3-acre parcel at 355 Galloway Street, changing it from M-1 (Industrial) to R-6 (General Residential), with a unanimous vote. The board also approved a resolution authorizing staff to apply for a $500,000 Rural Health Building Reuse Grant on behalf of Northern Regional Hospital, and accepted a Pedestrian Plan Update Grant from NCDOT. A motion to refer the extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) issue to the Planning Board for re-evaluation was approved by a 4-1 vote.

• Approved rezoning of 355 Galloway Street from M-1 to R-6 (unanimous)
• Authorized application for NCDOC Rural Health Building Reuse Grant up to $500,000 (consent agenda)
• Accepted Pedestrian Plan Update Grant with $9,000 local match (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment for Pedestrian Plan Update Grant (unanimous)
• Referred ETJ re-evaluation to Planning Board (4-1)
• Approved amended agenda (unanimous)
• Entered closed session for property acquisition (unanimous)

Unsealed Closed Session Minutes

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners met in closed session to discuss the potential purchase of Graham Field from Surry County. The county has declared the field surplus and will sell it to the city for $10,000, rather than donate it as the city requested. The city currently leases the field with about 7 years remaining on the lease. The minutes are sealed until the transaction is completed or terminated.

• Discussion of purchasing Graham Field from Surry County for $10,000
• County declined city's request to donate the field
• City currently leases the field with approximately 7 years left on the lease
• Lease agreement includes a clause allowing either party to exit within a certain time

The council discussed purchasing Graham Field from Surry County after the county declared it surplus and declined to donate it. A $10,000 purchase price was discussed, and the council unanimously approved returning to open session. The minutes are sealed until the transaction is completed or terminated.

• Approved agenda unanimously
• Approved January 28, 2021 closed session minutes unanimously
• Discussed purchase of Graham Field for $10,000 (no vote recorded)
• Approved motion to return to open session unanimously

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will consider several routine items, including approving tax releases, setting a public hearing for a rezoning request at 355 Galloway Street, and approving an amended AT&T antenna lease agreement for the Rockford Street water tank. The board will also swear in Commissioner Joe Zalescik and receive a Vision Recommendation update.

• Resolution 2022-014: Approve tax releases totaling $4,670.49 for 2021 and prior years
• Resolution 2022-015: Set public hearing for Oct 21, 2021 to rezone 355 Galloway Street from M-1 to R-6
• Resolution 2022-016: Approve amended AT&T lease for Rockford Street water tank, increasing monthly fee to $4,862.19
• Swearing in of Commissioner Joe Zalescik
• Special recognition: Carolina Star 25-Year Recognition

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with several routine items, including approval of minutes, tax releases, and a resolution to set a public hearing for a rezoning request at 355 Galloway Street. They will also consider an amended contract for an AT&T antenna on the Rockford Street Water Tank and make appointments to regional boards. A closed session is scheduled for economic development.

• Resolution No. 2022-014: Approving tax releases
• Resolution No. 2022-015: Setting public hearing for rezoning 355 Galloway Street
• Resolution No. 2022-016: Amended contract for AT&T antenna on Rockford Street Water Tank
• Appointments to PTRC Board of Delegates and North West Piedmont RPO Technical Advisory Committee
• Closed session for economic development

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners approved funding for several downtown projects, including a downtown master plan, public art, restrooms, and a pocket park, with a 3-2 vote. The funding will come from either ARP funds or the city's fund balance, with a budget amendment to be brought back in November. The board also approved the use of the city seal on a historical marker, an amended AT&T lease, and appointed Commissioner Wood to regional committees.

• Approved the agenda with the addition of the city seal item.
• Approved the consent agenda, including tax releases and setting a public hearing for a rezoning request.
• Approved funding for downtown projects (Master Plan, Public Art, Restrooms, Alley, Banners, Pocket Park) with a 3-2 vote.
• Approved the use of the City Seal on the Satterfield House roadside marker.
• Approved the amended AT&T lease agreement for the Rockford Street water tank.
• Appointed Commissioner Wood to the PTRC Board of Delegates and NWRPO Transportation Advisory Committee.
• Entered closed session to discuss economic development.

Unsealed Closed Session Minutes

The City is considering an application for a NC Rural Health Building Reuse Grant. The grant would support the construction of a 25,000 square foot medical office building.

• NC Rural Health Building Reuse Grant application for a $13.5 million project
• Potential $500,000 grant with a $25,000 local government match
• Projected creation of 50 jobs with a $200,000 clawback provision if targets are not met

The council held a closed session to discuss an economic development matter and reached consensus to move forward with an application for a NC Rural Health Building Reuse Grant. The grant, up to $500,000, would support a $13.5 million, 25,000-square-foot medical office building project by Northern Regional Hospital, with a 5% local match and a $200,000 clawback if 50 jobs are not created. The minutes were sealed until the transaction consummates or terminates.

• Approved agenda unanimously
• Approved January 28, 2021 closed session minutes unanimously
• Consensus to move forward with grant application for Northern Regional Hospital project
• Approved return to open session unanimously

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will consider ordinances for the Spencer's Development Phase II infrastructure project and the Willow Street water and sewer project, totaling $3,090,335. They will also discuss Council Chamber technology upgrades and the appointment of a Commissioner At-Large. The agenda includes a consent agenda, public forum, and remarks by officials.

• Ordinance 2022-009: Project Ordinance Amendment #2 for Spencer's Development Phase II, $2,828,467
• Ordinance 2022-010: Project Ordinance for Willow Street Infrastructure, $261,868
• Ordinance 2022-011: Budget amendment to fund Spencer's Phase II
• Discussion of Council Chamber technology upgrade options
• Discussion of Commissioner At-Large appointment; applications from Mark Brown and Len Fawcett

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with items for discussion and possible action, including several ordinances related to development projects. The board will consider project ordinance amendments and a budget ordinance for Spencer's Development Phase II, as well as a project ordinance for the Willow Street Infrastructure Project. Other items include a discussion on council chamber technology upgrades and a commissioner at-large appointment. The agenda also includes routine items like consent agenda approval and special recognitions.

• Project Ordinance Amendment #2 for Spencer's Development Phase II (Ordinance No. 2022-009)
• Project Ordinance for Willow Street Infrastructure Project (Ordinance No. 2022-010)
• Budget Ordinance Amendment for Spencer's Development Phase II funding (Ordinance No. 2022-011)
• Discussion on Council Chamber Technology Upgrade Options
• Discussion on Commissioner at-Large Appointment

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners appointed Joseph T. Zalescik to fill the vacant Commissioner at-Large seat by a 3-1 vote. The board also unanimously approved three ordinances related to the Spencer's Development Phase II project and the Willow Street infrastructure project, and discussed vision projects and council chamber technology upgrades without making final decisions on those items.

• Appointed Joseph T. Zalescik to vacant Commissioner at-Large seat (3-1)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-009, amending Spencer's Development Phase II project ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-010, establishing Willow Street Infrastructure Project ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-011, budget amendment for Spencer's Development Phase II funding (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including August 10, 2021 Vision Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Directed staff to meet with MAD, Inc. to get cost estimates for vision projects

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with routine consent agenda items, including library board reappointments. The board will consider authorizing staff to advertise bidding for Willow Street infrastructure and discuss the Vision Committee recommendation report. A closed session is scheduled for economic development discussions.

• Resolution to advertise bidding for Willow Street infrastructure
• Discussion of Vision Committee recommendation report
• Library board reappointments (Resolution No. 2022-012)
• Commissioner At-Large candidate speeches
• Closed session on economic development

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved Resolution 2022-013 authorizing staff to advertise for bids for the Willow Street Infrastructure Project. They also unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included reappointing Steve Scott, Becky Keesler, and Jane Tesh to the Library Board and appointing Cathy Akers. The board heard presentations from five candidates for the vacant Commissioner At-Large seat and voted to place the appointment decision on the September 16, 2021 agenda. Staff presented the Vision Committee's top priorities, including updating the Master Plan and creating an Upper Floor Residential Grant Program, but no formal action was taken on these items.

• Approved Resolution 2022-013 authorizing staff to advertise for bids for the Willow Street Infrastructure Project.
• Approved the consent agenda, including the August 19, 2021 meeting minutes and Resolution 2022-012 making Library Board reappointments.
• Reappointed Steve Scott, Becky Keesler, and Jane Tesh to the Library Board for three-year terms expiring July 31, 2024.
• Appointed Cathy Akers to the Library Board for a three-year term expiring July 31, 2024.
• Approved placing the decision on appointing someone to the vacant Commissioner At-Large seat on the September 16, 2021 agenda.
• Approved entering closed session for economic development and personnel matters, then returning to open session.

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will consider authorizing staff to advertise bidding for Willow Street infrastructure (Resolution 2022-013) and discuss the Vision Committee recommendation report. The agenda also includes a consent agenda with library board reappointments and a closed session for economic development. The meeting is open to the public in person and virtually.

• Resolution 2022-013: Authorize advertising bids for Willow Street infrastructure
• Discussion of Vision Committee recommendation report
• Consent agenda: Library Board reappointments (Resolution 2022-012) for Steve Scott, Becky Keesler, Jane Tesh, and new appointee Cathy Akers
• Closed session under NCGS 148-318.11(a)(4) for economic development
• Commissioner At-Large candidate speeches

Unsealed Closed Session Minutes

This is the unsealed minutes of a closed session held by the Mount Airy Board of Commissioners on September 2, 2021. The board discussed economic development proposals, including a potential shell building project on a 6-acre site, and a personnel matter. The minutes are procedural and provide limited detail on the discussions.

• Discussed proposal for shell building on 6-acre site with $50,000 to $75,000 expansion, and Bayfront option with $40,000 upfront and up to $121,000 on back end
• Commissioner Wood liked $40,000 upfront; Commissioner Yokeley wanted to get $121,000 out of it
• Consensus: Todd Tucker to bring back proposal and begin work on 6-acre site
• Economic development updates: Sonic under contract, Sagebrush under contract, Burke sold downtown buildings, Frank Fleming bought old Winn Dixie building for auto body shop
• Personnel issue discussed under NCGS 143-318.11(a)(6)

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners held a closed session on September 2, 2021, to discuss economic development and personnel matters. The board reached a consensus to have Todd Tucker bring back a proposal for developing a 6-acre site, with discussions about front-end payments and potential backend revenue. No formal votes were taken during the closed session.

• Consensus to have Todd Tucker bring back a proposal for the 6-acre site
• Discussed starting at $50,000 and expanding to $75,000 for the 6-acre site
• Discussed asking $40,000 upfront and up to $121,000 on the backend for the Bayfront option
• Agenda approved unanimously

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider a project ordinance for Phase IT of the Spencer's Mill Development and a resolution approving its development agreement. The Board will also hear public comment regarding an amendment to the Autumn Leaves Festival Ordinance.

• Project Ordinance for Spencer’s Mill Development Phase IT (Ordinance No. 2022-007)
• Amendment to Autumn Leaves Festival Ordinance (Chapter 9 — Section 9-82)
• Resolution Approving Development Agreement for Spencer's Mill Development (Resolution No. 2022-011)
• Discussion regarding rescinding Amendment #1 to COVID-19 State of Emergency

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several items related to the Spencer’s Mill Development, including a project ordinance and a development agreement. The Board will also hear public comment regarding an amendment to the Autumn Leaves Festival Ordinance.

• Project Ordinance for Spencer’s Mill Development Phase II (Ordinance No. 2022-007)
• Resolution approving Development Agreement for Spencer’s Mill Development (Resolution No. 2022-011)
• Public hearing regarding Autumn Leaves Festival Ordinance amendment
• Discussion on rescinding Amendment #1 to COVID-19 State of Emergency
• Discussion on COVID-19 protocols

The Board unanimously approved the Spencer's Mill development agreement with Sunhouse Hospitality, LLC, and also approved a project ordinance amendment for additional asbestos abatement (funded by the developer). The Board tabled a discussion on rescinding the Covid-19 parking amendment and authorized staff to prepare a budget amendment for the Willow Street water line project using leftover funds. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Ordinance 2022-007 (Spencer's Mill Phase II asbestos abatement funding) unanimously
• Approved Ordinance 2022-008 (Autumn Leaves Festival area amendment) unanimously
• Approved Resolution 2022-011 (Spencer's Mill development agreement with Sunhouse Hospitality) unanimously
• Tabled discussion on rescinding Covid-19 parking amendment unanimously
• Authorized staff to prepare budget amendment for Willow Street water line project unanimously
• Amended option agreement to extend financial close date to July 31, 2022 unanimously
• Waived ten-day notice requirement in option agreement unanimously

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included a two-year contract with Holloway Group, Inc. for lobbying services at $3,000/month, a budget amendment for that contract, a public hearing for an Autumn Leaves Festival ordinance amendment, and project ordinances for Texwipe building reuse and One NC grants. The board also heard a presentation from the Economic Development Vision Committee and held a public hearing on the Spencer's Mill development agreement, with several residents speaking in favor. No formal vote was taken on the development agreement at this meeting.

• Approved contract with Holloway Group, Inc. for $3,000/month for two years (unanimous)
• Approved budget ordinance amendment for Holloway Group contract (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for August 19, 2021 on Autumn Leaves Festival ordinance amendment (unanimous)
• Approved project ordinance for Texwipe Building Reuse Grant ($45,000) (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment for city match for Texwipe grant ($1,125) (unanimous)
• Approved project ordinance for Texwipe One NC Grant ($75,000) (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 17 and July 1, 2021 meetings (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with routine consent agenda items, including tax settlements and a budget amendment. The board will also discuss appointing a mayor pro tempore and the process to fill a vacant commissioner at-large seat. Public hearings and special presentations are listed but not detailed.

• Resolution accepting tax collector's annual settlements (Res. 2022-004)
• Resolution approving tax releases (Res. 2022-006)
• Budget ordinance amendment for utility donation fund (Ord. 2022-002)
• Resolution setting public hearing for Spencer's Mill redevelopment development agreement (Res. 2022-008)
• Discussion on filling vacant commissioner at-large seat

The Board of Commissioners appointed Commissioner Marie Wood as Mayor Pro Tempore unanimously after Commissioner Jon Cawley declined the nomination. The Board also set an August 15, 2021 deadline for letters of interest for the vacant Commissioner At-Large seat and scheduled a September 2, 2021 meeting for applicants to speak publicly. All consent agenda items were approved unanimously, including tax settlements and a budget amendment.

• Appointed Commissioner Marie Wood as Mayor Pro Tempore (unanimous)
• Set August 15, 2021 deadline for letters of interest for vacant Commissioner At-Large seat (unanimous)
• Scheduled September 2, 2021 meeting for applicants to speak publicly (unanimous)
• Approved Tax Collector's Annual Settlements for fiscal year ended June 30, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-005 Order of Collection (unanimous)
• Approved tax releases totaling $106.24 for double-billed property (unanimous)
• Reappointed Todd Tucker and appointed Brandon McCann and Joey Slate to Relocation/Retirement Committee (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Ordinance Amendment for Utility Donation Fund (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine items such as tax collector reports, tax releases, appointments, a budget amendment, and a resolution to set a public hearing for the Spencer's Mill redevelopment project. The board will also discuss appointing a Mayor Pro Tempore and filling a vacant commissioner seat. The meeting is open to the public in person and virtually.

• Resolution accepting tax collector's annual settlements (Res. 2022-004)
• Resolution approving tax releases (Res. 2022-006)
• Budget ordinance amendment for utility donation fund (Ord. 2022-002)
• Resolution setting public hearing for Spencer's Mill redevelopment agreement (Res. 2022-008)
• Discussion on filling vacant commissioner at-large seat

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine approvals, including tax releases, reappointments, a public hearing date for the Spencer's Mill development agreement, and a budget amendment for a summer learning grant. The agenda also includes special recognitions, presentations, public hearings, and forum time, but no specific discussion items are listed beyond the consent agenda.

• Resolution approving tax releases (No. 2022-001)
• Resolution making Appearance Commission reappointments (No. 2022-002)
• Resolution setting public hearing for Spencer's Mill Redevelopment Project development agreement (No. 2022-003)
• Budget ordinance amendment for 21st Century Community Learning Summer Mini Grant (No. 2022-001)
• Approval of minutes from June 8, 2021 regular meeting, June 7 budget workshop, and June 17 CDBG closeout hearing

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine items: approving prior meeting minutes, tax releases, reappointing the Appearance Commission, setting a public hearing for the Spencer's Mill redevelopment agreement, and amending the budget for a summer learning grant. The meeting will be held in person and virtually, with COVID-19 precautions relaxed for vaccinated attendees.

• Resolution No. 2022-001: Approving tax releases
• Resolution No. 2022-002: Appearance Commission reappointments
• Resolution No. 2022-003: Setting public hearing for Spencer's Mill redevelopment agreement
• Ordinance No. 2022-001: Budget amendment for 21st Century Community Learning Summer Mini Grant
• Approval of minutes from June 3, June 7, and June 17 meetings

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included tax releases totaling $82.46, reappointments to the Appearance Commission, a public hearing for the Spencer's Mill development agreement, and a budget amendment for a summer camp grant. The board also approved the meeting agenda and adjourned.

• Approved the meeting agenda unanimously.
• Approved the consent agenda, including minutes from June 3, June 7, and June 17 meetings.
• Approved Resolution 2022-001 for tax releases totaling $82.46.
• Approved Resolution 2022-002 reappointing Ann Yokeley, Mary Lou Allred, Brooke Lowry, and Polly Long to the Appearance Commission.
• Approved Resolution 2022-003 setting a public hearing for July 15, 2021, on the Spencer's Mill development agreement.
• Approved Ordinance 2022-001 amending the budget to appropriate $16,000 for a summer camp grant.

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings and consider several ordinances, including closing a portion of Worth Street, repealing the IPMC and adopting a new Non-Residential Maintenance Code, and closing out a CDBG infrastructure project. They will also consider consent agenda items such as budget amendments and appointments, and discuss items like rules of procedure and a meeting cancellation.

• Public hearing and order to close portion of Worth Street between S. South Street and Rockford Street
• Ordinances to repeal IPMC, adopt Non-Residential Maintenance Code, and amend Chapters 4 and 7
• Public hearing on closeout of CDBG Infrastructure Project 17-1-2698
• Budget ordinance amendments for occupancy tax, sanitation vehicles, and utility donation fund
• Resolution for Historic Preservation Commission reappointments

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings and consider ordinances regarding the closure of a portion of Worth Street between S. South Street and Rockford Street. The board also plans to adopt a Non-Residential Maintenance Code and amend existing city codes, replacing previous regulations. Additionally, routine budget amendments for occupancy tax collections and sanitation vehicles are on the consent agenda.

• Public hearing and potential order to close portion of Worth Street between S. South Street and Rockford Street (Order No. 2021-002)
• Adoption of Chapter 4-Article IX Non-Residential Maintenance Code (Ordinance No. 2021-039)
• Repeal of IPMC and reinstatement of specific code sections (Ordinance No. 2021-038)
• Budget Ordinance Amendment for Sanitation Vehicles funding (Ordinance No. 2021-036)
• Public hearing regarding closeout of CDBG Infrastructure Project 17-I-2698

The Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to permanently close the portion of Worth Street between S. South Street and Rockford Street, a request made by Northern Regional Hospital to support its expansion and improve safety. The Board also approved a series of ordinances to repeal the International Property Maintenance Code, reinstate previous residential maintenance rules, and adopt a new Non-Residential Maintenance Code. Several budget amendments were approved, including allocating $768,000 for sanitation vehicles and $93,000 in additional occupancy tax revenue to the Tourism Development Authority.

• Approved Order 2021-002 to permanently close the portion of Worth Street between S. South Street and Rockford Street.
• Approved Ordinance 2021-038 to repeal the International Property Maintenance Code and reinstate Chapter 4-Article V and Chapter 6-Section 6-9.
• Approved Ordinance 2021-039 to adopt the new Chapter 4-Article IX Non-Residential Maintenance Code.
• Approved Ordinance 2021-040 to amend Chapters 4 and 7 of the City Code, including rules on junked vehicles.
• Approved Ordinance 2021-034, a budget amendment to transfer $93,000 in additional occupancy tax revenue to the Tourism Development Authority.
• Approved Ordinance 2021-035 and 2021-036, amending the budget to provide $768,000 for sanitation vehicles.
• Approved Ordinance 2021-037, a budget amendment to change accounting for the Utility Donation Fund.
• Approved the request from Westwood Mountain Bikers to construct bike trails on city property as a conditional use.

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners is holding a budget workshop to discuss the proposed FY 2021-2022 budget. This is a discussion-only meeting with no public input, following a public hearing held on June 3, 2021. The agenda is limited to budget discussion and adjournment.

• Budget discussion for FY 2021-2022
• Public hearing for proposed budget held June 3, 2021
• Meeting held in Council Chamber and virtually via WebEx and Facebook Live

The Board of Commissioners approved the FY 2021-2022 budget with $1,000 raises for full-time employees only and directed staff to proceed with a pay study. An earlier motion to approve the budget as presented (with $1,000 or 2% raises, whichever is greater) failed 3-1. The board also authorized the City Manager to sign an agent letter of record for health and dental insurance once all facts are received, passing 3-1.

• Approved FY 2021-2022 budget with $1,000 raises for full-time employees and pay study (unanimous)
• Rejected budget as presented with $1,000 or 2% raises (3-1)
• Authorized City Manager to sign agent letter of record for health/dental insurance (3-1)
• Entered closed session for personnel matters (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Unsealed Closed Session Minutes

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners met in closed session to discuss a personnel issue regarding health insurance quotes, citing North Carolina statute for personnel matters. The board then reconvened in open session and unanimously approved the closed session minutes, which remain sealed until the related transaction concludes. The agenda is largely procedural, with no substantive public decisions.

• Closed session under NCGS 143-318.11(a)(6) for personnel discussion
• Discussion of health insurance quotes
• Unanimous approval of closed session minutes

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners met in closed session on June 7, 2021, to discuss a personnel issue regarding health insurance quotes, as permitted under NCGS 143-318.11(a)(6). No substantive decisions were made in open session; the only action recorded was a unanimous motion to close the session. The minutes are sealed until the transaction is complete.

• Held closed session to discuss personnel health insurance quotes (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2021-2022 budget and consider several resolutions, including contracts for group insurance, mowing, and a sewer rehabilitation project. The agenda also includes a tourism update and a closed session for economic development. The meeting will be held in person and virtually.

• Public hearing on proposed FY 2021-2022 budget
• Resolution approving contracts for group insurance (2021-073)
• Resolution accepting offer to purchase city-owned property between Galax Trail and N. Franklin Road (2021-079)
• Resolution approving mowing contracts (2021-080)
• Resolution approving sewer rehab on Marion, Marshall, and Willow Streets (2021-082)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the proposed FY 2021-2022 budget and several resolutions regarding city contracts and ordinances. The meeting includes updates on an AT&T antenna project and a tourism presentation.

• Public hearing for proposed FY 2021-2022 Budget
• Resolution to amend City Code Sections 4 and 7 and adopt Non-Residential Maintenance Code
• Resolution accepting offer to purchase city-owned property between Galax Trail and N. Franklin Road
• Resolution approving mowing contracts
• Resolution approving FY 2021 sewer rehab for Marion, Marshall, and Willow Streets

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners approved several resolutions, including switching employee health and dental insurance to Aetna, awarding mowing contracts, and approving a sewer rehab contract. The board also accepted an offer to purchase city-owned property and set public hearings for a non-residential maintenance code and a CDBG grant closeout. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution 2021-073 switching employee health and dental insurance to Aetna (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-079 selling 5.13 acres between Galax Trail and North Franklin Road to Jamie Hill for $22,500 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-080 awarding two-year mowing contracts to S and S Cutting ($20,000) and Stevens and Son Landscaping ($28,000) (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-081 pedestrian grade railroad crossing agreement/easement for Granite City Greenway (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-082 awarding FY 2021 Sewer Rehab contract to CW Cauley & Son, Inc. for $94,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-077 setting public hearing for non-residential maintenance code amendments (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-078 setting public hearing for CDBG grant closeout (unanimous)

Unsealed Closed Session Minutes

The Board discussed a request to build 120 apartments on city-owned property with an estimated tax base of $20 million to $25 million. Members also discussed potential conversations with property owners regarding the Spencer's properties, the Koozies building, and Mittman's.

• Proposed 120-apartment development on city-owned property
• Potential demolition of the old Koozies building
• Estimated $350,000-$400,000 cost for Koozies building removal and site cleanup
• Discussion regarding residential property on Franklin Street

The Mount Airy Board discussed a request from T. Webb, on behalf of a group, to build 120 apartments on city-owned property, with an estimated tax base of $20-25 million. The board reached consensus to inform Webb of possible sites and ask for a formal request for discussion. No formal decision was made on the apartment project, but the board agreed to begin conversations with owners of the Koozies building, a house on Franklin Street, and Mittman's property.

• Approved October 15, 2020 and January 21, 2021 Closed Session Minutes (unanimous)
• Consensus to inform Mr. Webb of possible city-owned sites for 120-apartment project
• Consensus to begin conversations with Koozies building owner about demolition
• Consensus to begin conversations with owner of house on Franklin Street about property split
• Consensus to begin conversations with Mittman's owner
• Approved motion to return to open session (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is setting a public hearing for the proposed fiscal year 2021-2022 budget. The hearing will be held on Thursday, June 3, 2021 at 6:00 pm. The public can review the budget on the city website before the hearing.

• Public hearing on FY 2021-2022 budget set for June 3, 2021 at 6:00 pm
• Budget available for public inspection at www.mountairy.org
• City Clerk authorized to advertise the hearing

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on rezoning multiple properties, amendments to the minimum housing code, Article X of the code of ordinances, and the zoning ordinance. The board will also consider resolutions related to the FY 2021-2022 budget, American Recovery Plan funds, and other routine items. A proposed budget will be presented by the city manager.

• Public hearing on rezoning properties at 758 Bluemont Rd., 760 Bluemont Rd., 768 E. Bluemont Rd., 214 Crestview St., and 215 Crestview St.
• Resolution setting public hearing for proposed FY 2021-2022 budget (Resolution No. 2021-070)
• Resolution to accept American Recovery Plan funds (Resolution No. 2021-075)
• Ordinance to amend minimum housing code (Ordinance No. 2021-027)
• City manager to present proposed FY 2021-2022 budget

The Board of Commissioners appointed Ron Niland as Mayor to fill the unexpired term of David Rowe, approved a $145,000 annual contract with Benchmark CMR, Inc. for planning services, and accepted American Rescue Plan funds. The board also rezoned multiple properties, amended the minimum housing code, and set a public hearing for the FY 2021-2022 budget.

• Appointed Ron Niland as Mayor to fill unexpired term (3-1)
• Approved $145,000/year contract with Benchmark CMR, Inc. for planning services (unanimous)
• Accepted American Rescue Plan funds (unanimous)
• Rezoned properties at Bluemont and Crestview from B-4 to R-6 (unanimous)
• Amended Minimum Housing Code to align with NCGS 160D (unanimous)
• Amended and reorganized Zoning Ordinance (unanimous)
• Tabled AT&T antenna contract amendment to June 3 meeting (unanimous)
• Tabled health insurance resolution, notified Blue Cross of non-renewal (3-2)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions to set public hearings for rezoning multiple properties and amending the Minimum Housing Code. The meeting also includes discussions on a city-owned property purchase offer and an encroachment agreement for 'Melva’s Alley'.

• Resolution to set public hearing for rezoning 758, 760, and 768 E. Bluemont Rd. and 214 and 215 Crestview St.
• Resolution to set public hearing for amendments to the City of Mount Airy Minimum Housing Code
• Resolution to set public hearing for amendments to Article X of the City of Mount Airy Code of Ordinances
• Resolution to set public hearing for amendments and reorganization of the Zoning Ordinance
• Consideration of an offer to purchase city-owned property from Martin Collins

The Board unanimously approved a resolution of intent to close a portion of Worth Street between Rockford Street and South South Street, following a request from Northern Regional Hospital for its $11 million campus expansion. The Board also approved several consent agenda items, including resolutions setting public hearings for rezoning and code amendments, a project ordinance amendment for COVID-19 relief funds, and a deed of easement for a greenway extension at Riverside Park. A motion to approve a $150,000 budget amendment for brush carts was denied 4-1, and the Fair Housing Complaint Procedure was approved 4-1 after a motion to table failed.

• Approved resolution of intent to close portion of Worth Street (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including rezoning public hearing resolutions (unanimous)
• Approved project ordinance amendment for COVID-19 relief funds (unanimous)
• Approved deed of easement for greenway extension at Riverside Park (unanimous)
• Denied $150,000 budget amendment for brush carts (4-1)
• Approved Fair Housing Complaint Procedure (4-1)
• Approved offer to purchase city-owned property for $22,500 (unanimous)
• Approved encroachment agreement for Melva's Alley (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items, including setting public hearings for rezoning multiple properties, amendments to the minimum housing code, and zoning ordinance changes. They will also consider an offer to purchase city-owned property, a private property encroachment agreement for Melva's Alley, and adopting a fair housing complaint procedure. The meeting includes special recognitions and updates from the hospital and vision committees.

• Set public hearing for rezoning properties at 758, 760, 768 Bluemont Rd., and 214, 215 Crestview St.
• Set public hearing for amendments to Minimum Housing Code and Article X of City Code
• Consider offer to purchase city-owned property (Martin Collins)
• Consider resolution for private property encroachment agreement for Melva's Alley
• Consider resolution adopting CDBG Fair Housing Complaint Procedure

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings and consider ordinances to rezone five properties, amend subdivision rules in Chapter 14, fund a mural grant program and other items, and approve a contract appointing Charles W. Vaughn as construction coordinator for the Spencer's redevelopment project. The meeting also includes an update on the Market Street Arts & Entertainment District.

• Public hearings and ordinances to rezone parcels at 1021 Worth Street, 1002 S. South Street, 1008 S. South Street, 1016 S. South Street, and 810 Worth Street
• Ordinance amending Chapter 14 (Subdivisions) of the City Code
• Budget amendment for mural grant program, Market Street update, flags, and Spencer's site plan update (Ordinance 2021-024)
• Resolution approving contract with Charles W. Vaughn as Construction Coordinator for Spencer's Redevelopment Project (Resolution 2021-062)
• Appointment of Commissioner Wood to the MAD, Inc. Board

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings and consider rezoning requests for several properties, amendments to the subdivision code, and a budget amendment for various projects. The meeting includes routine consent agenda items and special presentations.

• Rezoning of four parcels at 1021 Worth St, 1002, 1008, 1016 S. South St (Ordinance 2021-021)
• Rezoning of property at 810 Worth St (Ordinance 2021-022)
• Amendments to Chapter 14 (Subdivisions) of city code (Ordinance 2021-023)
• Budget amendment for mural grant program, Market Street update, flags, Spencer's site plan (Ordinance 2021-024)
• Agreement with Charles W. Vaughn (Resolution 2021-062)

The Board of Commissioners approved Option B for the Market Street Arts & Entertainment District, which includes street closures from Friday 5 PM to Sunday 7 PM from May 14 to October 30, 2021, with an additional closure on May 13 for preparation. The board also unanimously approved two rezoning requests from Northern Hospital, a budget amendment for downtown improvements, and a contract for a construction coordinator for the Spencer's project.

• Approved Market Street Arts & Entertainment District Option B with amended closure dates (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of four parcels at 1021 Worth St and 1002-1016 S South St from M-1 to B-5 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 810 Worth St from B-3 to B-5 (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to Chapter 14 Subdivision Ordinance for NCGS 160D compliance (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment of $49,000 for mural grants, flags, Spencer's site plan, and Market Street upgrades (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Charles W. Vaughn as Construction Coordinator for Spencer's project (unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioner Wood to MAD, Inc. Board (unanimous)
• Approved Vision Committee to work with IT on 'Mount Airy Connects' website page (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved Ordinance 2021-019 to rezone a 0.18-acre parcel at 1515 Fancy Gap Road from R-20 to B-3 CD (Neighborhood Business- Conditional District) with conditions including limited uses, hours of operation, and site improvements. The vote was 3-1, with Commissioner Cawley dissenting. The board also approved several consent agenda items, including tax releases, setting public hearings for rezoning requests and subdivision ordinance amendments, and a resolution for the Ararat River Phase VII Stream Restoration Project.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-019 rezoning 1515 Fancy Gap Road to B-3 CD (3-1)
• Approved Resolution 2021-055 approving tax releases totaling $431.83
• Approved Resolution 2021-056 setting public hearing for rezoning four parcels on Worth and S. South Streets
• Approved Resolution 2021-057 setting public hearing for rezoning 820 Worth Street
• Approved Resolution 2021-058 setting public hearing for subdivision ordinance amendments
• Approved Resolution 2021-059 requesting $500,000 for Ararat River Phase VII Stream Restoration Project
• Approved Resolution 2021-060 adopting conflict of interest policy for state awards
• Approved Resolution 2021-061 extending emergency paid sick leave for city employees through June 30, 2021

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss the Capital Needs Affordability Plan, presented by Doug Carter. This is a discussion-only meeting with no public input, and no formal decisions are expected.

• Discussion of Capital Needs Affordability Plan
• Work session, no public input
• Meeting held virtually and in person with face covering requirement

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners approved a resolution authorizing an option agreement for Sunhouse Hospitality LLC to purchase the Sparger Building, Dye House, and Lower Plaza in the Spencer's Mill Redevelopment Area for $350,000, with option fees credited toward the purchase price. The board also tabled a rezoning request for 1515 Fancy Gap Road to address citizen concerns and update conditions, and approved a $331,930 street resurfacing contract with Sowers Construction Company. Additionally, the board voted to appoint Charles Vaughn as construction manager for the Spencer's project and directed staff to begin greenway survey design using PART funds.

• Approved Resolution 2021-053: Option agreement with Sunhouse Hospitality LLC to purchase Spencer's Mill properties for $350,000 (unanimous)
• Tabled rezoning request for 1515 Fancy Gap Road to update conditions and address concerns (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-054: Awarded 2021 street resurfacing contract to Sowers Construction Company for $331,930 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-020: Budget amendment providing $91,220 for street resurfacing from Powell Bill funds (unanimous)
• Approved motion to appoint Charles Vaughn as construction manager for Spencer's project (unanimous)
• Approved motion to direct staff to begin greenway survey design using PART funds (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including tax releases and minutes (unanimous)

Unsealed Closed Session Minutes

The council unanimously approved the agenda and prior closed session minutes. In closed session, they reached consensus to proceed with a design/build process for the greenway and to have staff pay for easements, with later ratification. They also unanimously directed the city manager to proceed with greenway survey and design using available PARTF funds.

• Approved agenda unanimously
• Approved Aug 6, 2020 and Oct 1, 2020 closed session minutes unanimously
• Consensus to proceed with design/build for greenway
• Consensus for Hugh Campbell to pay for easements, settle later for ratification
• Approved motion to direct city manager to proceed with greenway survey and design using PARTF funds (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting with items for discussion and possible action, including a resolution to set a public hearing for a rezoning request at 1515 Fancy Gap Road, a presentation from Northern Regional Hospital, an automated trash collection update, and a discussion on automatic aid agreements for fire services. The board will also consider approving minutes from prior meetings and may enter closed session for economic development discussions.

• Resolution setting public hearing for rezoning at 1515 Fancy Gap Road (Resolution No. 2021-051)
• Discussion of automatic aid agreements with Fire Chief Zane Poindexter
• Special presentation by Northern Regional Hospital CEO Chris Lumsden
• Automated trash collection update by Mitch Williams
• Closed session for economic development per NCGS 143-318.11(a)(4)

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will vote on a resolution to schedule a public hearing for a request to rezone property at 1515 Fancy Gap Road. The meeting also includes a discussion of automatic aid agreements with Fire Chief Zane Poindexter and a closed session regarding economic development. Routine items include approval of minutes from previous meetings.

• Resolution No. 2021-051 to set public hearing for rezoning at 1515 Fancy Gap Road
• Discussion of Automatic Aid Agreements with Fire Chief Zane Poindexter
• Closed session on Economic Development pursuant to NCGS 143-318.11(a)(4)
• Approval of minutes from January 28, February 4, and February 22, 2021 meetings

The Board of Commissioners voted 3-2 against purchasing 1,000 brush carts at $60,000 for automated trash collection, with Commissioners Niland, Wood, and Yokeley opposed. The board unanimously approved the Surry County Automatic Aid Agreement for fire response, and scheduled a budget worksession for March 30. A public hearing for rezoning 1515 Fancy Gap Road was set for March 18.

• Rejected purchase of 1,000 brush carts for $60,000 (3-2)
• Approved Surry County Automatic Aid Agreement (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for rezoning at 1515 Fancy Gap Road for March 18, 2021
• Scheduled budget worksession for March 30, 2021 at 1:00 p.m.
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and resolution 2021-051 (unanimous)

Unsealed Closed Session Minutes

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners held a closed session to review a draft option agreement with a hotel developer for the Spencer's Mill redevelopment. The board discussed the agreement's terms, including the requirement for a recognized national hotel brand, and expressed support for the project. The minutes are sealed until the transaction is completed.

• Reviewed 6th draft option agreement with hotel developer for Spencer's Mill redevelopment
• Boutique hotel must be a recognized national brand
• Proposed annex project to house TDA, Chamber, MAD, and possibly SCEDP, with rent totaling about $100,000/year
• Board discussed contingency if developer cannot secure a national brand

The Mount Airy Board held a closed session to review a proposed option agreement with Figuee Hospitality, LLC for the Spencer's Mill redevelopment. The board discussed the agreement's terms, including a boutique hotel with a national brand, and the proposed cube annex project. No formal action was taken on the agreement, and the minutes were sealed until the transaction concludes.

• Approved the agenda unanimously.
• Approved the June 18, 2020 and 2020 Closed Session Minutes unanimously.
• Reviewed the proposed option agreement with Figuee Hospitality, LLC (no vote taken).
• Discussed the cube annex project housing TDA, Chamber, MAD, and possibly SCEDP.
• Sealed the closed session minutes until the transaction consummates or terminates.
• Returned to open session unanimously.

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda that includes approving minutes, a planning board appointment, and an audit contract with Martin, Starnes & Associates. The meeting also includes a closed session for economic development, but no public hearings or new business items are listed.

• Resolution No. 2021-049: Planning Board Appointment
• Resolution No. 2021-050: Audit Contract with Martin, Starnes & Associates, CPAs, PA
• Closed session under NCGS 143-318.11(a)(4) for Economic Development

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda that includes approving minutes, a planning board appointment, and an audit contract with Martin, Starnes & Associates. The board will also enter a closed session for economic development discussions. Public hearings and forum are listed but no specific items are detailed.

• Resolution No. 2021-049: Planning Board appointment
• Resolution No. 2021-050: Audit contract with Martin, Starnes & Associates, CPAs, PA
• Closed session under NCGS 143-318.11(a)(4) for economic development

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting with no public comment. The board unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included appointing Courtney Williams to the Planning Board and approving a $34,950 audit contract with Martin Starnes & Associates, CPAs, PA. The board also entered closed session for economic development discussion and returned to open session before adjourning.

• Approved agenda unanimously
• Approved consent agenda unanimously, including January 21, 2021 meeting minutes
• Appointed Courtney Williams to Planning Board to fill unexpired term of Randal France (unanimous)
• Approved audit contract with Martin Starnes & Associates, CPAs, PA for $34,950 (unanimous)
• Entered closed session for economic development (unanimous)
• Returned to open session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Unsealed Closed Session Minutes

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners held a closed session to discuss an economic development proposal for redeveloping the Dye House property. They reviewed a draft option agreement with a developer, including site development responsibilities, insurance requirements, and potential uses for the 'cube annex.' The project is tied to a hotel and market center, with city responsibilities for infrastructure and grading.

• Developer proposes to redevelop Dye House with convention space, meeting rooms, and public areas, estimated tax value of $1 million
• City responsible for Willow Street improvements, grading entire site, and pocket park with stairways
• Developer must obtain wall rights and provide certificates of insurance before property access
• Potential uses for cube annex include arts, assembly, food and beverage, residential, retail, and travel/tourism
• Golden Leaf grant tied to barrel building project; hotel will pay MSD tax

The Mount Airy City Council held a closed session on February 22, 2021, to discuss an economic development proposal for the redevelopment of the Dye House property. The discussion covered a draft option agreement, including developer access rights, insurance requirements, site development responsibilities, and potential uses for the property. No formal decisions were made during this closed session; the item was discussed and reviewed.

• Reviewed draft option agreement for Dye House redevelopment
• Discussed developer access rights for testing and improvements
• Outlined city responsibilities for Willow Street improvements and grading
• Discussed potential uses for the cube annex, including arts, assembly, and retail

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing on the Spencer's Mill redevelopment project, consider closing a portion of Woodridge Drive, and discuss an unwind agreement for property at South and Franklin Streets. They will also receive the 2020 Annual Fire Department Report and a tourism report.

• Public hearing on Spencer's Mill redevelopment project
• Order to close portion of Woodridge Drive (Order No. 2021-001)
• Resolution and budget amendment for unwind agreement at South and Franklin Streets (Res. 2021-048, Ord. 2021-019)
• Resolution ordering advertisement of unpaid taxes (Res. 2021-047)
• 2020 Annual Fire Department Report

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners held a public hearing on the proposed Spencer's Mill redevelopment project, hearing both support and opposition, but took no action. The board unanimously approved several routine items, including a resolution to advertise unpaid taxes, closing an unopened portion of Woodridge Drive, and invoking an unwind agreement to reacquire property at South and Franklin Streets. No substantive decisions were made on the Spencer's Mill project itself.

• Approved resolution to advertise unpaid 2020 taxes (unanimous)
• Closed unopened portion of Woodridge Drive (unanimous)
• Invoked unwind agreement to reacquire property at South and Franklin Streets (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment for property reacquisition, $175,388 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with limited seating and virtual options. They will discuss and possibly act on several items, including a public hearing on the Spencer's Mill redevelopment project, a resolution to advertise unpaid taxes, and a proposal to close a portion of Woodridge Drive. They will also consider resolutions and a budget amendment related to an unwind agreement for property at South and Franklin Streets.

• Public hearing on Spencer's Mill redevelopment project
• Resolution ordering advertisement of unpaid taxes (Resolution No. 2021-047)
• Order to close portion of Woodridge Drive (Order No. 2021-001)
• Resolution and budget amendment for unwind agreement at South and Franklin Streets (Res. 2021-048, Ord. 2021-019)
• 2020 Annual Fire Department Report

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a project ordinance to purchase a fire engine, two garbage collection vehicles, a dump truck, and a leaf collection machine, funded by a $1.67 million installment purchase loan. The board also voted unanimously to hold a public hearing on February 4, 2021, regarding the Spencer's Mill redevelopment infrastructure proposal, which was discussed but not decided. The meeting then moved into closed session for economic development and attorney-client matters.

• Approved Ordinance #2021-018 for capital equipment purchase (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Feb 4, 2021 on Spencer's Mill infrastructure (unanimous)
• Entered closed session for economic development and attorney-client privilege (unanimous)
• Returned to open session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Unsealed Closed Session Minutes

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners met in closed session to discuss economic development, specifically Spencer's Redevelopment Project. They considered a proposal to sell the Sparger Building, old Dye House, and surrounding land (2.7 acres) for $350,000 to a hotel developer, with plans for a hotel and market center. The board discussed an option agreement, a $10,000 option fee, and potential county participation, but no final decision was made.

• Proposal to sell Sparger Building, old Dye House, and 2.7 acres for $350,000 for hotel and market center development
• Discussed $722,000 Golden Leaf Foundation grant extension request
• Option fee of $10,000 agreed upon
• Tax credit deadline of January 1, 2023 noted (drops from 40% to 25%)
• Discussed asking County for half of project funding

The council discussed a proposal to sell the Sparger Building, old Dye House, and surrounding 2.7 acres for $350,000 to a hotel developer, with plans for a hotel and market center. They reached consensus on a $10,000 option fee and left participation terms open-ended for negotiations, but took no formal vote. A public hearing was suggested for a future meeting.

• Consensus to set option fee at $10,000 for Sparger Building property
• Consensus to leave local participation terms open-ended for negotiations
• Discussed $350,000 sale price for 2.7 acres to hotel developer
• No formal vote taken; public hearing proposed for next meeting

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on closing an unused portion of Woodridge Drive, and discuss several resolutions including an amended water agreement with Pilot Mountain, a grant for ITW Texwipe, and a funding strategy for capital improvements. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items and a fire department report.

• Public hearing on closing unused portion of Woodridge Drive
• Resolution approving amended interlocal agreement with Pilot Mountain for regional water production and distribution (Res. 2021-044)
• Resolution accepting One NC Fund grant for Illinois Tool Works d/b/a ITW Texwipe (Res. 2021-045)
• Discussion on funding strategy for Five-Year Capital Improvements Plan
• 2020 Annual Fire Department Report by Chief Zane Poindexter

The Board unanimously approved a motion for the City Manager to bring back a project ordinance for the purchase of one fire truck, one leaf/dump truck, and two automated garbage trucks, totaling $1.6 million. The Board also unanimously approved several resolutions, including extending the audit contract with Martin Starnes & Associates for five years, accepting a $75,000 One NC Grant for ITW Texwipe, and amending the interlocal water agreement with Pilot Mountain. A public hearing was held on closing a portion of Woodridge Drive, but no vote was taken. The meeting was recessed to January 28, 2021, for a special meeting on the Spencer's property RFP.

• Approved motion to bring back project ordinance for $1.6M purchase of fire truck, leaf/dump truck, and two automated garbage trucks (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-042 extending audit contract with Martin Starnes & Associates for five years (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-045 accepting $75,000 One NC Grant for ITW Texwipe (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-044 amending interlocal water agreement with Pilot Mountain, increasing annual payment to $56,584 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-041 reappointing Sammy Gray Parker to Housing Authority (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-043 adopting updated Citizen Participation Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-046 extending Utility Donation Fund Agreement through December 31, 2021 (unanimous)
• Recessed meeting to January 28, 2021, for special meeting on Spencer's property RFP (unanimous)

Unsealed Closed Session Minutes

The Board reached consensus to invoke an unwind agreement to reacquire a property previously sold to Mr. Nguyen for $175,000, after learning he entered a letter of intent to sell part of the property to a developer for a small business complex, which is not consistent with the public purpose. Staff will contact Mr. Nguyen and his lawyer to set parameters and bring the matter back for formal approval of the repurchase price. The minutes are sealed until the transaction consummates or terminates.

• Approved agenda unanimously
• Approved May 7, 2020 and May 21, 2020 closed session minutes unanimously
• Consensus to invoke unwind agreement and reacquire property for $175,000

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with limited seating and virtual access. They will consider several resolutions, including a temporary personnel policy for emergency paid sick leave for city employees, a resolution supporting a building reuse grant application for 'Project Sew', and adoption of the Northern Piedmont Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan. The consent agenda includes routine items like minutes approval, tax releases, TDA reappointments, and a project ordinance amendment for the Ararat River Restoration Grant Project.

• Resolution No. 2021-038: Temporary personnel policy for emergency paid sick leave for city employees
• Resolution No. 2021-039: Support for building reuse grant application for 'Project Sew'
• Resolution No. 2021-040: Adopting the Northern Piedmont Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Ordinance No. 2021-017: Project Ordinance Amendment #1 for Ararat River Restoration Grant Project
• Resolution No. 2021-036: Approving tax releases

Board of Commissioners

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss and possibly act on several routine and new items. Key actions include approving a temporary personnel policy for emergency paid sick leave, supporting a grant application for a building reuse project, and adopting a regional hazard mitigation plan. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with tax releases and a project ordinance amendment.

• Resolution 2021-038: Temporary personnel policy for emergency paid sick leave for city employees
• Resolution 2021-039: Support for application for Building Reuse Grant for 'Project Sew'
• Resolution 2021-040: Adopting Northern Piedmont Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Resolution 2021-036: Approving tax releases
• Ordinance 2021-017: Project Ordinance Amendment #1 for Ararat River Restoration Grant Project

The Mount Airy Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a consent agenda including tax releases, Tourism Development Authority reappointments, and a $350,000 grant for the Ararat River Phase VII project. They also unanimously adopted a temporary policy extending emergency paid sick leave for city employees through March 31, 2021, and approved a resolution supporting a Building Reuse Grant application for 'Project SEW' to create 35 jobs. The board adopted the Northern Piedmont Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan. Public forum included comments on COVID-19 restrictions and fire apparatus replacement.

• Approved consent agenda including tax releases and TDA reappointments (unanimous)
• Accepted $350,000 grant for Ararat River Phase VII project (unanimous)
• Adopted temporary policy extending emergency paid sick leave through March 31, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution supporting NCDOC Building Reuse Grant application for 'Project SEW' (unanimous)
• Adopted Northern Piedmont Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan (unanimous)
• Approved agenda and minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)