Mount Holly, NC

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Tourism Development Authority

City Council

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Tourism Development Authority

City Council

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Tourism Development Authority

City Council

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Tourism Development Authority

City Council

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The Mount Holly City Council is holding a work session with a presentation on development and the annexation process, followed by a city manager report. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a closed session for legal and personnel matters. No votes on substantive items are scheduled.

• Presentation on Development and the City's Annexation Process by Greg Beal
• City Manager Report by Jonathan Blanton
• Approval of City Council Minutes - August 10, 2026
• Approval of City Council Minutes - Closed Session - August 10, 2026
• Closed Session under N.C.G.S 143-318.11(a)(3 and 5)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on a rezoning and annexation for a 70.96-acre mixed-use site at 1714 North Main Street, and consider a FEMA grant, a water/sewer extension policy, a $1 million bond release for Sycamore Woods, and a debt issuance for South Gateway Phase 2. Other items include appointments, a cemetery fee ordinance, and a downtown park survey presentation.

• Public hearing on rezoning 13 tax parcels from R-12/County R-20 to Conditional District (B-3, L-I, R-8MF) for 1714 N. Main Street Mixed Use Site, Case R-26-4
• Public hearing on annexation petition for ~70.96 acres at Parcel #’s 177881, etc., submitted by Dean V. Tran and others
• Release of performance bond #L268931-2180 totaling $1,009,077 for Sycamore Woods subdivision
• Debt issuance for South Gateway Phase 2 from South State Bank
• Ordinance amending Section 5-9 of City Code regarding cemetery charges

The City Council approved a rezoning for the 1714 North Main Street Mixed Use Site, allowing up to 129 townhomes, 330,000 sq ft of light industrial space, and 71,000 sq ft of commercial space. The council also approved an ordinance expanding the ABC Board from three to five members and made two appointments to that board. A related annexation petition was continued to the September 14, 2026 meeting pending a completed annexation agreement. The council approved a $1,000,000 settlement payment to Mark Carver, with Mount Holly paying $20,000 of that amount.

• Approved rezoning of 13 parcels to Conditional District (B-3, L-I, R-8MF) for 1714 N. Main St. mixed-use site (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including FEMA funds, water/sewer extension policy, and bond release (6-0)
• Approved ordinance expanding ABC Board from 3 to 5 members (6-0)
• Appointed Tyler Berg to ABC Board (5-1)
• Appointed Zach McDonald to ABC Board (6-0)
• Continued annexation petition for 70.96 acres to Sept. 14, 2026 meeting (6-0)
• Approved $1,000,000 settlement to Mark Carver, Mount Holly paying $20,000 (6-0)

Tourism Development Authority

The Mount Holly Tourism Development Authority will consider a drone show proposal for September 11 and review its first-quarter budget covering the strategic plan, Lamar advertising, Mount Holly Nights concert series, drone show, annual lantern parade, and additional support costs. The board will also discuss officer selection, the 2026-2027 meeting calendar, and approve its bylaws.

• Drone Show Proposal for September 11
• Review and approval of TDA Bylaws
• Discussion of TDA Officers
• Presentation of the Strategic Planning Process
• TDA Qrt One Budget covering Strategic Plan, Lamar, Mount Holly Nights, Drone Show, Annual Lantern Parade, and additional support costs

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on several zoning and ordinance changes, including rezoning parcels off North Main Street for a mixed-use development (B-3, L-I, R-8MF) and updating fence height limits in industrial districts. The consent agenda includes a call for a public hearing on annexation of the same 70.96-acre tract, reappointment of an ABC Board member, and a grant application for recreational trails. A presentation from Olde Mecklenburg Brewery is scheduled, and the council will go into closed session for personnel and legal matters.

• Annexation petition and rezoning for 70.96 acres at 1714 North Main Street (Parcels #177876 etc.) from R-12/County R-20 to Conditional District B-3, L-I, R-8MF (Case R-26-4)
• Public hearing to rezone Parcel #123202 from R-8MF to R-8SF (Case R-26-3)
• Update to fence height limits in LI and HI zoning districts (Case TA-26-6)
• Development of standards for private streets in Subdivision Ordinance (Case TA-26-4)
• Requirement of fencing for best management practices (BMPs) in Subdivision Ordinance (Case TA-26-5)

The Mount Holly City Council approved four zoning and ordinance changes, all by 6-0 votes. These included rezoning a parcel at 400 N. Main Street from R-8MF to R-8SF, increasing maximum fence heights in LI & HI districts, adding standards for private streets, and requiring fencing around stormwater detention ponds. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included calling public hearings for a 70.96-acre annexation and rezoning request, and heard a presentation from Olde Mecklenburg Brewery about its Fall 2026 opening.

• Approved rezoning of Parcel #123202 at 400 N. Main Street from R-8MF to R-8SF (6-0)
• Approved update to Zoning Ordinance Sections 5.11-C-3-h & 5.12-C-3-h increasing max fence heights in LI & HI districts (6-0)
• Approved update to Subdivision Ordinance Section 153.049 establishing standards for private streets (6-0)
• Approved update to Subdivision Ordinance Section 153.085 requiring fencing for stormwater BMPs (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including calls for public hearings on annexation and rezoning of 70.96-acre tract (6-0)
• Council consensus to allow staff to recommend release of Olde Mecklenburg Brewery performance bond at appropriate time

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss various budget amendments, including grant funds and end-of-year appropriations. The body is also reviewing a contract award and a capital project for road paving.

• Capital Project Ordinance for Hawthorne & W. Central Ave. Paving Project
• Contract award to Blythe Construction, LLC
• Budget amendments for NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources and Enbridge Fueling Futures grants
• Appointments to the Mount Holly Tourism Development Authority
• Discussion of Downtown Park

The Council approved two resolutions to move forward with Phase 2 of the Kemp A. Michael Way project, which will complete the road, a bridge over Colonial Pipeline, and a greenway. The Council also gave consensus to proceed with the Downtown Park plan, including select timbering and trail development. A $302,580 FEMA grant for riverfront stabilization was announced, and staff was directed to investigate fencing at the Ida Rankin wetland.

• Approved the agenda and consent agenda as presented (6-0).
• Approved a resolution for reimbursement and a resolution to authorize filing an application with the Local Government Commission for Kemp A. Michael Way Phase 2 (6-0).
• Gave consensus to proceed with the Downtown Park plan, including select timbering west of the stream (costing approximately $40,000) and developing a strategy for public input.
• Approved a motion to enter closed session (6-0).
• Approved a motion to exit closed session (6-0).
• Approved a motion to amend the agenda to discuss fencing at Ida Rankin (6-0).
• Approved a motion to direct staff to investigate implementing fencing around the wetland BMP at Ida Rankin (6-0).
• Approved a motion to adjourn the meeting (6-0).

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2026/2027 Budget and Fee Schedule. The council will also consider rezoning Parcel #184436 from R-12 to B-3, and call for public hearings on zoning text amendments concerning private streets, fencing for BMPs, and fence heights in industrial districts. The consent agenda includes proclamations and amendments to capital project ordinances for the Waste Water Treatment Plant decommissioning, South Gateway Road project, and 911 Communication Center upgrade.

• Public hearing on proposed FY 2026/2027 budget and fee schedule
• Rezoning of Parcel #184436 from R-12 (Single Family) to B-3 (General Business), Case R-26-2
• Amendment to Capital Project Ordinance for Waste Water Treatment Plant Decommissioning
• Call for public hearing on private streets standards (TA-26-4)
• Call for public hearing on updating maximum fence height in LI & HI zoning districts (TA-26-6)

The City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget and fee schedule, balanced at $47.7 million, after a public hearing with no speakers. The Council also approved a rezoning of 303 Ferstl Avenue from R-12 to B-3 for a medical office or related use. A motion to direct staff to prepare a downtown redevelopment public engagement plan was tabled. The Council directed staff to finalize a resolution opposing Senate Bill 1047 and share it with the local delegation.

• Approved FY2026-27 budget and fee schedule at $47.7M (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 303 Ferstl Avenue from R-12 to B-3 (6-0)
• Tabled motion to prepare downtown redevelopment public engagement plan (6-0)
• Directed staff to finalize and share resolution opposing Senate Bill 1047 (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including capital project ordinance amendments and public hearing calls (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the proposed 2026/2027 budget and fee schedule, review the Tuck Park Mural Project, and consider a petition to annex a 33.2105-acre tract. The consent agenda includes approval of a contract with GarlandBurbs for FY2026-2027 and previous meeting minutes. No dollar amounts are specified in the agenda.

• Approval of contract with GarlandBurbs for FY2026-2027 (no dollar amount listed)
• Review and approval of the Tuck Park Mural Project
• Discussion of proposed 2026/2027 Budget and Fee Schedule
• Annexation petition by Alissa Grice and SJS of NC LLC for 33.2105 acres (parcels 177847, 177844, 177594, 177846, 218371)
• City Manager report

The Mount Holly City Council approved a voluntary annexation petition for a 33.2105-acre tract owned by Alissa Grice and SJS of NC LLC, located at Parcels 177847, 177844, 177594, 177846, and 218371. The vote was 6-0. The council also approved the Tuckaseege Park mural project and discussed the proposed FY 2026-2027 budget, which will be subject to a public hearing on June 8, 2026.

• Approved annexation petition for 33.2105-acre tract (6-0)
• Approved Tuckaseege Park mural project (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including GarlandBurks contract and May 11 minutes (6-0)
• Approved meeting agenda as presented (6-0)

City Council

The council will hold public hearings on the 2026-2027 proposed budget and fee schedule, a rezoning to B-3, and amendments to zoning and subdivision ordinances regarding dumpster setbacks and open space. In old business, the council will consider a rezoning for the Holly Heights Townhome Development (Conditional District Multifamily) and a related 34.35-acre annexation petition. Consent items include enforcing water restriction violation fees, reappointing Russell Hunt to the Planning Commission, and a proclamation for National Public Works Week. The meeting also includes a closed session under state law.

• Public hearing on 2026-2027 proposed fiscal year budget and fee schedule (set for June 8)
• Public hearing on rezoning of Parcel #184436 from R-12 to B-3 (Case R-26-2)
• Consideration of rezoning for Holly Heights Townhome Development (parcels 177847 etc.) to CD-MF (Case R-26-1)
• Consideration of annexation petition for 34.35-acre tract (same parcels as rezoning)
• Public hearing on amendment to Chapter 3 Section 3.21A of zoning ordinance for dumpster setback requirements (TA-26-1)

The Mount Holly City Council approved a rezoning of five tax parcels from R-1 (Gaston County) and R-12 (City) to City CD-MF (Conditional District Multifamily) for the Holly Heights Townhome Development, with Councilman Craig casting the sole dissenting vote. The council also approved two zoning ordinance amendments (dumpster setbacks and open space regulations), a fire department vehicle purchase/lease option with Enterprise Fleet Management, and the consent agenda. A proposed annexation for the same parcels was postponed to the May 18 work session pending completion of documents.

• Approved rezoning for Holly Heights Townhome Development, Case R-26-1 (5-1)
• Approved dumpster setback amendment to Zoning Ordinance Chapter 3 Section 3.21A, Case TA-26-1 (6-0)
• Approved open space regulations amendment to Subdivision Ordinance Section 153.056, Case TA-26-3 (6-0)
• Approved Fire Department purchase/lease option with Enterprise Fleet Management (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Arbor Day proclamation, lead/copper budget amendment, school property letter of intent, property tax resolution, and April 27 minutes (6-0)
• Postponed annexation petition for Holly Heights parcels to May 18 work session

City Council

The Mount Holly City Council will hold a work session to discuss several consent agenda items, including a one-acre land purchase for a future pump station and proposed zoning amendments for dumpster setbacks and open space regulations. The council will also receive updates on selling cemetery plots and requests from the Historical Society and Community Development Foundation. A closed session is scheduled for legal and personnel matters.

• Approval of a one-acre parcel land purchase from Caromont for the future Pump Station site (Consent Agenda Item 8)
• Call for public hearing on zoning amendment to update dumpster setback requirements (Case TA-26-1, Consent Agenda Item 3)
• Call for public hearing on subdivision ordinance amendment for open space regulations (Case TA-26-3, Consent Agenda Item 4)
• Approval of Municipal Legal Services Contract with Stott, Hollowell, Windham & Stancil, PLLC (Consent Agenda Item 5)
• Update on evaluation of selling plots at Pineview Cemetery (Old Business Item 1)

The Mount Holly City Council approved the consent agenda as presented, which included a one-acre land purchase from Caromont for a future pump station, a legal services contract with Stott, Hollowell, Windham & Stancil, PLLC, and proclamations for Municipal Clerks Week and National Police Week. The council also discussed but took no action on selling plots at Pineview Cemetery, a museum sign relocation and security request, and an art railing installation in the Grand Hall.

• Approved consent agenda as presented (6-0)
• Approved one-acre land purchase from Caromont for future Pump Station site (consent agenda)
• Approved Municipal Legal Services Contract with Stott, Hollowell, Windham & Stancil, PLLC (consent agenda)
• Approved resolution of support for IMD Multimodal Planning Program grant application (consent agenda)
• Approved proclamations for Municipal Clerks Week and National Police Week (consent agenda)
• Approved City Council and Closed Session minutes from April 13, 2026 (consent agenda)

City Council

The Mount Holly City Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on a rezoning request and a related annexation petition for the Holly Heights Townhome Development. The council will also consider a consent agenda that includes a budget amendment for a lead and copper replacement project, a letter of intent for property acquisition, and a resolution opposing limits on local property tax authority. Several presentations and recognitions are scheduled, including the swearing-in of new fire personnel and proclamations for Arbor Day and National Line Workers Appreciation Day.

• Continuation of public hearing for rezoning of parcels 177847, 177844, 177594, 177846, 218371 to CD-MF for Holly Heights Townhome Development (Case R-26-1)
• Continuation of public hearing for annexation of 34.35-acre tract (same parcels) submitted by Alissa Grice and William Stewart Jr.
• Budget amendment for Lead and Copper replacement project
• Resolution opposing limiting local authority on property tax
• Site access agreement for Verizon Wireless to Stanley Tank for communications facility maintenance

The Mount Holly City Council voted 3-4 to reject the StreetLights residential development agreement, which would have built 96-120 townhomes, a public park, and commercial space downtown. The motion failed after Mayor Moore broke a 3-3 tie with a 'nay' vote. The council also approved the consent agenda, including a budget amendment for a lead and copper replacement project, and continued a public hearing on a rezoning for the Holly Heights townhome development without a final decision.

• Approved consent agenda including Arbor Day proclamation, budget amendment for lead/copper project, and property acquisition letter of intent (6-0)
• Approved Eagle Scout projects for Catawba Heights Neighborhood Park and Tuckaseege Park (6-0)
• Directed staff to explore gallery rail hanging for Grand Hall and report back (6-0)
• Continued public hearing on Holly Heights rezoning (Case R-26-1) without a vote
• Continued public hearing on annexation petition for 34.35-acre tract, with staff to bring back agreement by May 11, 2026
• Rejected StreetLights residential development agreement (3-4, Mayor Moore casting deciding 'nay' vote)

City Council

The Mount Holly City Council will hold a work session to review administrative and procedural items, including appointments, contracts, and minutes approvals. Presentations will cover local economic development, sanitation truck options, and wastewater treatment plant decommissioning. A public hearing will address a proposed sale of downtown real estate for redevelopment.

• Appointment of Finance Director
• Approval of Audit Contract FY 2026 ($ undisclosed)
• Public Legislative Hearing on sale of East Catawba Ave., East Central Ave., and Municipal Lane real estate for redevelopment
• Presentation on Wastewater Treatment Plant Decommissioning
• Sanitation Truck Options Purchase/Lease discussion

City Council

The Mount Holly City Council will hold public hearings on a rezoning request for the Holly Heights Townhome Development, a related annexation petition, and a development agreement with StreetLights Residential. The consent agenda includes adopting a food truck fee schedule, applying for an NCDOT planning grant, a waterline extension, and several resolutions. The meeting also includes presentations and a closed session.

• Public hearing on rezoning parcels 177847, 177844, 177594, 177846, 218371 from R-1/R-12 to CD-MF for Holly Heights Townhome Development (Case R-26-1)
• Public hearing on annexation of 34.35-acre tract (same parcels) submitted by Alissa Grice and William Stewart Jr.
• Public hearing on Development Agreement and Purchase and Sale Agreement with StreetLights Residential
• Adopt amended fee schedule for 2025-2026 to include food truck permit fees
• Budget amendment for South Gateway Road Construction Phase 1 & CEI services

General

The Mount Holly City Council is holding a retreat to review 2025 progress and set priorities for 2026. Discussions will cover recreation facilities, compensation and benefits, department updates, budget priorities, and legislative goals. The agenda includes a consent item for a firefighter grant application.

• Assistance to Firefighters Grant Application on consent agenda
• Recreation discussion on new facilities and programming options
• Compensation and pay philosophy progress and employee benefits
• Finance update and upcoming budget priorities
• Legislative goals and lobbying priorities for 2026

The Mount Holly City Council held a retreat on February 27, 2026, approving the agenda and consent agenda (including a grant application and a memorandum of understanding) unanimously. The retreat consisted of presentations and discussions on parks, compensation, public works, police, fire, finance, economic development, and other topics, with no formal votes on substantive policy decisions. Council gave consensus for the city manager to continue evaluating insurance options and to compile budget-related direction for the upcoming budget season.

• Approved agenda with added KJLLA MOU (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Assistance to Firefighters Grant application and KJLLA MOU (6-0)
• Gave consensus for City Manager to continue evaluating insurance options and bring back recommendations
• Adjourned retreat at 2:45 PM (6-0)

City Council

The Mount Holly City Council is meeting to consider a development agreement and purchase-sale agreement with StreetLights Residential, along with appointments, minutes, and presentations on creative spaces and a wind screen at Tuck Park. They will also discuss a code of conduct and enter closed session for legal and personnel matters.

• Public hearing on development and purchase-sale agreement with StreetLights Residential
• Appointments to Parks and Recreation Commission
• Approval of works for Creative Spaces Program FY 25-26
• Approval of wind screen design at Tuck Park
• Discussion of City Council Code of Conduct

The Mount Holly City Council approved a 3rd amendment to the purchase and sale agreement for 131 South Main Street, removing a public parking easement requirement deemed unnecessary, and set the closing for February 10, 2026. The council also approved a call for a public hearing on a development agreement with StreetLights Residential, set for March 9, 2026. Consent agenda items included appointments to the Parks and Recreation Commission and a resolution for the Holly Heights annexation public hearing.

• Approved 3rd amendment to 131 S. Main St. purchase and sale agreement (6-0)
• Approved call for public hearing on StreetLights Residential development agreement (6-0)
• Approved Creative Spaces Program works for FY 25-26 (6-0)
• Approved wind screen design at Tuckaseege Park (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Parks and Recreation Commission appointments and Holly Heights annexation resolution (6-0)

City Council

The Mount Holly City Council will hold a work session to discuss a development agreement and purchase-and-sale agreement with StreetLights Residential, review recent meeting minutes, and hear a presentation on the Downtown Development Project. They will also discuss a proposed City Council Code of Conduct and receive a report from the City Manager.

• Call for Public Hearing to consider Development Agreement and Purchase and Sale Agreement with StreetLights Residential
• Presentation of Public Input Session for the Downtown Development Project
• Discussion of the City Council Code of Conduct
• City Manager Report

City Council

The Mount Holly City Council is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering administrative items, budget amendments, and a rezoning request. The most consequential item is a public hearing and rezoning request for the Holly Heights Townhome Development, which would change five tax parcels from R-1 and R-12 to CD-MF (Conditional District Multifamily). The council will also discuss zoning districts and lot sizes, and receive updates on downtown development, the wastewater treatment plant decommissioning, and the Accuvision Mural Project.

• Public hearing for rezoning of Tax Parcels 177847, 177844, 177594, 177846, 218371 to CD-MF for Holly Heights Townhome Development (Case R-26-1)
• Adopt amended Fee Schedule for 2025-2026 (Stanley Water Agreement)
• Budget Amendment for South Gateway Road Connector
• Budget Amendment for Police Enterprise Leases
• Budget Amendment and Capital Project Ordinance for 911 Communications Center

The Mount Holly City Council approved a budget amendment and capital project ordinance for the 911 Communications Center upgrade, and designated the former wastewater treatment plant site for exclusive Parks and Recreation use at Tuckaseege Park. The consent agenda, including a rezoning public hearing call and fee schedule adoption, was approved 5-0. A motion to table the park discussion failed 2-3.

• Approved agenda as amended (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including fee schedule, appointments, budget amendments, and rezoning public hearing call (5-0)
• Approved final design for Accuvision Mural Project (5-0)
• Designated former wastewater plant site for Parks and Recreation expansion, directed staff to evaluate funding (5-0)
• Approved budget amendment and capital project ordinance for 911 Communications Center (5-0)
• Motion to table park discussion failed (2-3)