Mount Holly public meetings in 2021
7 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Mount Holly City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including consent agenda items, a public hearing on downtown facade rules, and several contract approvals. Key decisions include a budget amendment for the South Gateway Connector Road design, a lease agreement for 410 East Central Avenue, and a bid for waterline improvements on Old Hickory Grove Road.
- Approval of budget amendment for South Gateway Connector Road design
- Approval of lease agreement with KC Peterson for 410 East Central Avenue
- Approval of bid for Old Hickory Grove Road Waterline Improvements
- Public hearing to amend Section 5.2 of the Downtown Mount Holly Manual for Development
- Resolution to close part of Alexander Street and Catawba Avenue, with public hearing set for January 10, 2022
City Council
The Mount Holly City Council will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request by Lehigh Holdings LLC for 7.88 acres at 300 Woodlawn Avenue and nearby parcels, changing from Light Industrial (L-1) to Conditional District Mixed Use. The council will also consider a bid for the Tuckasegee Storage Building and receive presentations, including an Eagle Scout project and an update on a commemorative motorcycle honoring Officer Tyler Herndon. The meeting includes consent agenda items, proclamations, and a closed session.
- Public hearing: rezoning 7.88 acres at 300 Woodlawn Ave, 402 Meller St, and Tax Parcel #123118 from L-1 to Conditional District Mixed Use
- Consideration and approval of bid for Tuckasegee Storage Building
- Proclamation recognizing October as Fire Prevention Month
- Proclamation recognizing October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month
- Presentation of Eagle Scout Project for Canine Agility Course
City Council
The Mount Holly City Council is holding a work session to discuss the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act spending plan and proposed revisions to the Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with an appointment and minutes approval, followed by a closed session.
- Discussion of American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act spending plan
- Consideration of revisions to Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance
- Appointment of Jeff High to Planning Commission
- Approval of minutes from September 13, 2021 meeting
- Closed session under N.C.G.S 143-318.11 (a) (3 and 5)
City Council
The Mount Holly City Council is meeting to consider consent agenda items, hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for a 315-unit apartment complex, and discuss ordinance revisions and special events. The meeting includes a closed session for legal and personnel matters.
- Public hearing on Penler LLC rezoning of 32.389 acres at 55 Caldwell Drive from B-3 General Business to Conditional District for 315 apartments and a restaurant
- Public hearing on Lehigh Holdings LLC rezoning of 7.88 acres at 300 Woodlawn Avenue, 402 Meller Street, and Tax Parcel #123118 from Light Industrial to Conditional District Mixed Use
- Budget amendment to fund MHPD Memorial Plaza Sculptures
- Bid waivers for a 900 ECO Combination Truck (Utilities) and a Refuse Collection Truck (Streets and Solid Waste)
- Revisions to Sewer Use Ordinance and Fats, Oils and Greases Ordinance
City Council
The Mount Holly City Council will hold public hearings and consider several items, including a $13.5 million parks and recreation bond, a special referendum, and multiple rezoning requests. The agenda also includes consent items such as budget amendments, liens for weeds and grass, and approval of a capital project ordinance for ARP funds. Several public hearings are scheduled for rezoning requests and an annexation question.
- Public hearing and consideration of $13,555,000 General Obligation Parks and Recreation Bonds
- Rezoning request by Emberglow Mount Holly LLC for 33.289 acres at 55 Caldwell Drive from B-3 to Conditional District Multifamily
- Rezoning request by Faison-Green Meadows LLC for 157 acres at 957 Kelly Road from Gaston County R-1 to Conditional District Single Family
- Public hearing on annexation of Gaston County Parcel ID 210776 (Green Meadows)
- Consideration of conveyance of 725 Elm Street (former Public Works Building)
City Council
The Mount Holly City Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including a proposed development agreement for the sale of 725 Elm St. for redevelopment, a zoning text amendment to prohibit gas stations and convenience stores in the South Gateway Overlay District, and a recommendation for an artist for a statue. They will also receive a presentation on the Parks Bond Communication Plan and consider routine consent agenda items.
- Discussion of development agreement and sales contract for 725 Elm St. redevelopment, with public hearing to be called
- Text amendment to prohibit service stations and convenience stores in South Gateway Overlay District
- Consideration of artist selection recommendation from MHPD Statue Committee
- Presentation of Parks Bond Communication Plan
- Approval of end-of-year budget amendments
City Council
The Mount Holly City Council will hold public hearings and consider approving the 2021-2022 budget and fee schedule, as well as a $13,555,000 general obligation bond for parks and recreation. The consent agenda includes several resolutions and agreements, including federal funds under the American Rescue Plan Act and a revised interlocal agreement with Gaston County. The meeting also includes public hearings on zoning text amendments and a closed session.
- Public hearing and consideration of 2021-2022 proposed budget and fee schedule
- Bond order for $13,555,000 General Obligation Parks and Recreation Bonds
- Text amendment to prohibit service stations and convenience stores in South Gateway Overlay District
- Text amendment to add fence maintenance standards to zoning ordinance
- Resolution for receiving federal funds under American Rescue Plan Act