Mount Holly public meetings in 2023

City Council

The Mount Holly City Council will hold a public hearing on a zoning amendment to permit front roof slope mounted solar panels within 100 feet of a road, and will consider calling a public hearing on retaining wall regulations. The council will also discuss filling a city council vacancy, approve a consent agenda including an amended interim city manager contract, and swear in newly elected officials.

• Public hearing on zoning amendment TA-23-14 to allow front roof slope mounted solar panels within 100 feet of road
• Call for public hearing to amend Zoning Ordinance Sections 3.10 and 3.26 concerning retaining walls
• Approval of amended interim city manager contract
• Approval of 2024 Council Meeting Schedule
• Discussion of filling City Council vacancy

City Council

The Mount Holly City Council will hold public hearings on rezoning several parcels and amending zoning rules for solar panels, awnings, and church setbacks. They will also consider creating 1-hour parking spaces on Central Avenue, approving a code book update, and hearing presentations on salary, audits, and a veterans park sign.

• Public hearing to rezone parcels 123804, 123794, 123793, 123790, 123789, 123785, 123784 from Residential Downtown to Conditional Central Business (B-1)
• Public hearing to rezone parcels 124095, 307978, 307979 from R-8-SF & R-8-MF to Office and Institutional (O-I)
• Ordinance creating 1-hour parking spaces on Central Avenue
• Consider approval of digital downtown gateway monument sign at 613 S Main Street, parcel #124515
• Public hearing to amend Section 7.1 Note 28 4-D to permit front roof slope mounted solar panels within 100 feet from road

City Council

The Mount Holly City Council will convene a special meeting on November 10, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers at 400 E. Central Avenue. The agenda includes only procedural items and a closed session under state law, with no substantive decisions scheduled.

City Council

The Mount Holly City Council is holding a special meeting on November 2, 2023, at 5:00 pm. The agenda includes a closed session under North Carolina law, which is the only substantive item. The rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, invocation, setting the agenda, and adjournment).

• Closed session pursuant to N.C.G.S. 143-318.11(a)(6)

City Council

The Mount Holly City Council is holding a special meeting on November 1, 2023, at 5:00 pm. The agenda is mostly procedural, including a call to order, invocation, and agenda setting, followed by a closed session under North Carolina law for a legal matter. The meeting will adjourn after the closed session.

• Closed session pursuant to N.C.G.S 143-318.11 (a) (6)
• Meeting at Mount Holly Municipal Complex, 400 E. Central Avenue

City Council

The Mount Holly City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda that includes a budget amendment for hiring six firefighters, applying for a $10,000 safety grant for security cameras, and calling public hearings on zoning amendments and rezonings. New business includes approving a bee art project and a request for proposals for Veterans Park expansion. Old business includes an environmental analysis for 131 South Main Street and an update on Old City Hall. The meeting also includes a closed session.

• Budget amendment to hire six firefighters and update position allotment
• Apply for NCLM Safety Grant of $10,000 for security cameras at Municipal Complex
• Public hearing to amend Downtown Development Manual awning height from ten feet to state building code standard
• Public hearing to rezone parcels 123804, 123794, 123793, 123790, 123789, 123785, 123784 from Residential Downtown to Central Business
• Public hearing to rezone parcels 124095, 307978, 307979 from R-8-SF & R-8-MF to Office and Institutional

City Council

The Mount Holly City Council is meeting to consider several routine items, including a budget amendment, a resolution for road maintenance, and a proclamation for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. They will also hold a public hearing on allowing tattoo studios in the B-1 district, and vote on awarding a contract for Downtown Water Improvements Phase 1 to RNF Construction, LLC. The meeting includes a closed session for legal and personnel matters.

• Budget amendment to allocate funds from Enterprise Net Position to Field Services for water/sewer line maintenance
• Resolution to request maintenance on a portion of North Main Street
• Public hearing to amend Zoning Ordinance Sections 6.4 & 7.1 to allow tattoo studios as permitted use in B-1 District
• Award contract for Downtown Water Improvements Phase 1 (8-inch water line under railroad) to RNF Construction, LLC
• Proclamation for Mount Holly Police Department's inaugural Faith & Blue Weekend

City Council

The Mount Holly City Council will convene at 6:30 p.m. on September 25, 2023, to conduct a standard meeting. The agenda includes routine approvals such as releasing a letter of credit for River Park Phases 4–6, hiring a Fire Department administrative assistant, and adopting prior meeting minutes. Two presentations will be given: one by Better City representatives and another on River Bend Access Area improvements by Duke Energy.

• Approval of Release of Letter of Credit for River Park Phase 4, 5 and 6
• Approval of Fire Department Administrative Assistant / Fire and Life Safety Educator
• Presentation on River Bend Access Area Improvements - Duke Energy Ethan Pardue
• Consideration of Offer to Purchase PID 122990 on Woodlawn Ave. Marie Anders

City Council

The Mount Holly City Council is meeting to consider consent agenda items, including budget amendments and a grant application, and will hold public hearings on four proposed zoning text amendments. The council will also discuss a lease renewal for the Massey Building and fire department land use concepts.

• Approval of budget amendments for Utilities/Enterprise Fund and Building Maintenance
• Application for Asset Inventory and Assessment Grant from NC DEQ for water and sewer
• Public hearings on zoning text amendments for solid waste screening, townhome lot sizes, street tree canopy, and subdivision ordinance appendices
• Lease renewal agreement with Arts on the Greenway for the Massey Building
• Discussion of land use and training facility concepts for the Fire Department

City Council

The Mount Holly City Council is meeting to consider a rezoning application for an 89.5-acre tract, several zoning text amendments, and various approvals. The agenda includes public hearings on the rezoning and on allowing lounges in the Central Business District, as well as consent agenda items like liens, plats, and resolutions. Several presentations and recognitions are scheduled, and the meeting will end with a closed session.

• Public hearing on rezoning 89.5 acres (Tax Parcels 178060, 309482, etc.) from Conditional District Single Family to Amended Conditional District Single Family
• Public hearing on text amendment to allow lounges in B-1 Central Business District with conditions
• Approval of liens for weeds/grass at 224 Adrian Street and 103 Webb Street
• Approval of final plat for Mooreland Oaks Phase 2
• Resolution to support PFAS litigation

City Council

The Mount Holly City Council is holding a work session to discuss several administrative items, including a budget amendment, contracts, and the city manager hiring process. The agenda includes presentations on a promotional video for non-profits and a facilities assessment of 131 South Main Street. The meeting will end with a closed session.

• Approval of Budget Amendment (GASB)
• Approval of Contract for Economic Development Services with Better City
• Approval of MOU with Gaston County Communications
• Discussion of the City Manager Hiring Process
• Presentation of Facilities Condition Assessment of 131 South Main Street

City Council

The Mount Holly City Council will review the proposed 2023/2024 budget and fee schedule, discuss creating a downtown social district, and hear updates on the strategic visioning plan and the Stanley Water Agreement. The council will also consider a rezoning request from True Homes for an 89.5-acre tract of land.

• Approve budget amendment for mold issues in Fire Department Maintenance
• Public hearing scheduled for True Homes rezoning request (89.5-acre tract, Tax Parcel #s: 178060, 309482-309472)
• Discuss proposed 2023/2024 budget and fee schedule
• Discuss creation of a downtown social district
• Update on the Strategic Visioning Plan

City Council

The Mount Holly City Council is holding a work session to discuss the 2023/2024 financial plan with staff. The consent agenda includes approval of a budget amendment for underground boring for decorative lighting and approval of minutes from previous meetings.

• Budget amendment for underground boring for decorative lighting
• Approval of minutes from April 10, 2023 Council Meeting
• Approval of minutes from April 18, 2023 Special Meeting
• 2023/2024 financial discussion with staff

City Council

The Mount Holly City Council will hold public hearings on six zoning ordinance amendments, including increasing building height limits in the South Gateway Overlay District and updating parking standards for medical offices. The meeting also includes swearing in a new officer, introducing an employment committee, and approving proclamations honoring local professionals.

• Rezoning Case #R-23-2 for 1.69-acre tract at 1010 South Main Street from R-12 to B-2
• Amend zoning to increase max building height in South Gateway Overlay from 35 to 60 ft
• Update parking standards for medical/dental offices in zoning ordinance
• Add minimum handicapped parking space requirements to parking lot rules
• Limit accessory structures to 600 sq. ft. within five feet of property lines

City Council

The Mount Holly City Council will hold a work session to approve budget amendments, declare surplus property, and call public hearings on multiple zoning ordinance changes. The meeting also includes presentations on local projects, discussions on laying hens and fees, and a closed session.

• Approval of budget amendments for Fire Department vehicle repairs and Arts Signal Box Wrapping
• Declaration of surplus property
• Public hearings to amend zoning ordinances for South Gateway Overlay District height limits (35 to 60 ft), parking standards for medical offices, handicapped parking requirements, landscaping species specifications, and accessory structure size limits (599 sq. ft)
• Approval of SCN Architects for 911 Communications Center upgrade design services
• Approval of staging site agreement between City of Mount Holly and Duke Energy

City Council

The Mount Holly City Council will meet on March 13, 2023, to decide on budget amendments, grant applications, and rezoning requests. The meeting includes public hearings on rezoning applications and a vote on adopting the Cleveland Gaston Lincoln Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan.

• Vote on rezoning 1.69-acre tract at 1010 South Main Street from R-12 Single Family to B-2 Neighborhood Business
• Approval of ARPA Grant Project Ordinance and policies
• Approval of $SAFER Grant Application for hiring Firefighters
• Approval of deed of conveyance to City of Charlotte for 165 Broome St. property
• Public hearing on rezoning 12.59-acre tract off Hwy 27 and Craig Street

City Council

The Mount Holly City Council is meeting to consider a mix of routine approvals and a notable funding request for landscaping enhancements at Exit 27 of the I-85 widening project. The agenda includes consent items such as budget amendments, liens, a capital project ordinance, and several resolutions, as well as public hearings for a development agreement amendment and a rezoning request. Presentations include recognitions and updates on county planning and events.

• Budget amendments for police Flock cameras, Memorial Plaza statues, and broker commission at 410 E. Central Ave.
• Public hearing to amend development agreement for Olde Mecklenburg Brewery
• Rezoning request by Finial Construction for 12.59-acre tract off Hwy 27 and Craig Street
• Lease of 2023 Chevrolet Silverado for Police Department
• Funding for Exit 27 landscaping enhancements for I-85 widening project

City Council

The Mount Holly City Council is meeting to handle routine approvals, hear presentations, and hold public hearings on two proposed text amendments to the Subdivision & Land Development Ordinance. They will also discuss new legislation for a downtown social district, review mid-year finances, and consider extending water service to North Belmont Park. A closed session is scheduled for legal and personnel matters.

• Public hearing on text amendment to Section 3.21 (grading permit reviews) to align with current procedures
• Public hearing on text amendment to Section 3.12 (emergency response requirements for trail systems) to update trail naming
• Discussion of new legislation to create a Downtown Social District
• Discussion to extend water service to North Belmont Park
• Approval of liens for trash, junk, and debris at 204 Beaty Road and 132 Farm Springs Drive