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

The City Council adopted a nomination and ballot procedure to fill a vacancy and appointed Bryan Hough to the seat. The meeting also included swearing-in ceremonies for the Mayor and several council members.

• Appointed Bryan Hough to vacant council seat (3-2)
• Adopted nomination and ballot method for filling vacancies
• Approved 2024 Council Meeting Schedule
• Approved Parks and Recreation Budget Amendments
• Approved Parks and Recreation Commission Re-Appointments
• Approved Planning Commission Re-Appointments for Jerry Bishop, Perry Toomey, and Alberto Gonzalez
• Approved Amended Interim City Manager Contract
• Approved resignation letter from Councilman David Moore

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

The City Council voted to offer the City Manager position to Jonathan Blanton, effective January 2, 2023. Additionally, the Council approved a series of zoning amendments, a salary study implementation plan, and the installation of a digital downtown gateway sign.

• Offered City Manager position to Jonathan Blanton (unanimous)
• Approved salary study implementation option #2 (unanimous)
• Approved digital downtown gateway sign at 613 S. Main Street (unanimous)
• Rezoned parcels 124095, 307978, & 307979 to Office and Institutional (unanimous)
• Amended downtown awning height requirements (unanimous)
• Updated zoning setbacks for churches and institutional uses (unanimous)
• Approved 1-hour parking spaces on Central Avenue (unanimous)
• Adopted updated Code of Ordinance book (unanimous)

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.

The Mount Holly City Council met in special session and immediately entered a closed session under N.C.G.S. 143-318.11(a)(6), then returned to open session and adjourned. No substantive public decisions were made; the only actions were procedural motions to enter and exit closed session and to adjourn.

• Entered closed session under N.C.G.S. 143-318.11(a)(6) (unanimous)
• Returned to open session from closed session (unanimous)
• Adjourned the special meeting (unanimous)

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)

The Mount Holly City Council met in special session and unanimously voted to enter closed session under N.C.G.S. 143-318.11(a)(6), then unanimously voted to return to open session and adjourn. No substantive public decisions were made.

• Entered closed session under N.C.G.S. 143-318.11(a)(6) (unanimous)
• Returned to open session (unanimous)
• Adjourned special meeting (unanimous)

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

The Mount Holly City Council convened a special meeting on November 1, 2023, facilitated by representatives from the Centralina Regional Council. The council spent the meeting in a closed session pursuant to N.C.G.S 143-318.11 (a) (6) and adjourned with no additional items discussed.

• Entered closed session pursuant to N.C.G.S 143-318.11 (a) (6) (Approved, all in favor)
• Returned to regular meeting from closed session (Approved, all in favor)
• Adjourned the November 1, 2023 Special Meeting (Approved, all in favor)

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

The Mount Holly City Council approved listing the Old City Hall building for sale using an upset bid process with an appraisal by Sam Kline, starting no sooner than December 1, 2023, following a 4-2 vote. The council also approved a consent agenda that included a budget amendment for hiring six firefighters, a safety grant application, and public hearings for various zoning and awning code amendments. Additionally, the council approved the TDA's bee art project and discussed the Veterans Park Expansion RFP and an environmental analysis for 131 South Main Street.

• Approved agenda and consent agenda with budget amendment for six firefighters and public hearing notices (all-in-favor)
• Approved TDA's bee art project and locations (all-in-favor)
• Contracted with Sam Kline for appraisal and listing of Old City Hall for sale no sooner than December 1, 2023 (4-2)
• Entered and exited closed session pursuant to N.C.G.S 143-318.11 (a) (3 and 5) (all-in-favor)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:35 pm (all-in-favor)

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

The Mount Holly City Council approved a zoning text amendment allowing tattoo studios as a permitted use with conditions in the B-1 Central Business District, and awarded a $654,710 contract for Downtown Water Improvements Phase 1 to RNF Construction, LLC. Both motions passed unanimously. The consent agenda, including a budget amendment and proclamations, was also approved.

• Approved zoning amendment to allow tattoo studios in B-1 district (unanimous)
• Awarded $654,710 contract to RNF Construction for Downtown Water Improvements Phase 1 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including budget amendment, road maintenance resolution, and proclamations (unanimous)

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

The Mount Holly City Council approved an offer to purchase vacant land (PID #122990) on Woodlawn Avenue for $1,110, with a 14-day due diligence period and a 30-day closing after contract signing. The council also approved the consent agenda, including the release of a letter of credit for River Park Phases 4-6 and the hiring of a Fire Department Administrative Assistant/Fire and Life Safety Educator. Presentations were given by Better City on parking analysis and by Duke Energy on River Bend Access Area improvements, but no decisions were made on those items.

• Approved offer to purchase PID #122990 for $1,110 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including release of letter of credit for River Park Phases 4-6, Fire Department Administrative Assistant/Fire and Life Safety Educator, and meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Entered closed session under N.C.G.S. 143-318.11(a)(3 and 5) (unanimous)
• Returned to open session from closed session (unanimous)

City Council

The Mount Holly City Council will consider a contract to purchase the Woodlawn Avenue tax parcel. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding downtown parking strategies and a public hearing on subdivision ordinance amendments.

• Proposed contract to purchase Woodlawn Avenue (Tax Parcel ID 122990)
• Public hearing for text amendments to Subdivision Ordinance Appendixes 1, 2, & 3
• Call for public hearing to allow tattoo studios in the B-1 District
• Discussion of downtown loading/unloading zones and overnight parking
• Updated Interlocal Agreement for Gaston County Soil Erosion and Sediment Control

City Council approved text amendments to the Subdivision Ordinance regarding map standards and street light requirements. The Council also directed the city attorney to draft a downtown parking ordinance and move forward with a land purchase offer.

• Approved updated Interlocal Agreement for Gaston County Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Ordinance
• Approved call for public hearing to allow tattoo studios in B-1 District
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding for East Lincoln Fire Department Mutual Aid
• Approved text amendments to Appendixes 1, 2, and 3 of the Subdivision Ordinance
• Directed city attorney to draft an ordinance for downtown loading zones and overnight parking
• Directed city attorney to move forward with a $1,110 cash offer for Tax Parcel ID 122990 on Woodlawn Avenue

City Council

The Mount Holly City Council is holding a work session with presentations from Better City and a salary study. The consent agenda includes approvals for a roof design exemption, a bridge project ordinance, surplus property declaration, and meeting minutes. A closed session is scheduled for personnel and attorney-client matters.

• Approval of exemption from Mini-Brooks Act for roof design at 111 Mountain Island Road (Water Treatment Plant)
• Approval of Dutchman's Creek Bridge Capital Project Ordinance
• Resolution declaring surplus property
• Presentation from Better City (Jason Godfrey, Meng Guo, Kim Bonner)
• Presentation of salary study

The Mount Holly City Council approved the consent agenda, including an exemption from the Mini-Brooks Act for roof design at the Water Treatment Plant, the Dutchman's Creek Bridge Capital Project Ordinance, a surplus property resolution, and minutes from prior meetings. A salary study presentation sparked extensive discussion about pay compression, with council members expressing concerns about the methodology and its impact on employees. No formal action was taken on the salary study during this meeting.

• Approved consent agenda including Mini-Brooks Act exemption for roof design at 111 Mountain Island Road
• Approved Dutchman's Creek Bridge Capital Project Ordinance
• Approved Resolution Declaring Surplus Property
• Approved minutes from August 14, 2023 Council Meeting and Closed Session
• Entered closed session pursuant to N.C.G.S 143-318.11 (a) (3 and 5) and returned to open session

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

The Mount Holly City Council approved three zoning text amendments: one adding screening standards for solid waste storage equipment (dumpsters), one setting a 20-foot minimum width for townhomes in the Residential Downtown district, and one updating street tree canopy language to ensure developers plant trees along roadways. The council also renewed the lease for the Massey Building with Arts on the Greenway, adding automatic yearly renewal options. A public hearing on subdivision ordinance appendix amendments was continued to the September 11, 2023 meeting.

• Approved zoning text amendment for solid waste storage screening standards (unanimous)
• Approved zoning text amendment setting 20-ft minimum townhome width in Residential Downtown (unanimous)
• Approved zoning text amendment updating street tree canopy language (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing on subdivision ordinance appendix amendments to Sept. 11, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved lease renewal with Arts on the Greenway for Massey Building, adding automatic yearly renewal (unanimous)

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

The City Council approved a rezoning request from True Homes to add three additional lots to an existing 89.5-acre residential development. Council also authorized a text amendment to allow lounges in the B-1 Central Business District and approved several planning initiatives, including a mural policy, a blueway study, and a wayfinding sign plan.

• Approved rezoning for True Homes development (5-0)
• Approved text amendment allowing lounges in B-1 district (5-0)
• Approved City Mural Policy (5-0)
• Approved Dutchman's Creek Blueway Study (5-0)
• Approved Wayfinding Master Sign Plan (5-0)
• Approved Eagle Scout project at River Street Park (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including various zoning public hearings (5-0)

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

The Mount Holly City Council approved the agenda and consent agenda items, which included budget amendments, an economic development contract, and foundation agreements. The Council also received presentations on Tourism Development Authority promotional videos and a facilities condition assessment for 131 South Main, and discussed the city manager hiring process with the Centralina Council of Governments.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including budget amendment, position allotment, MOU with Gaston County Communications, contract with Better City, agreements with Mount Holly Police and Community Foundations, and minutes (unanimous)
• Entered and exited closed session with no action taken

City Council

The Mount Holly City Council will hold a public hearing and consider the 2023-2024 Fiscal Year Budget Ordinance and Fee Schedule. The agenda also includes a call for a public hearing regarding a proposed text amendment for lounge operations in B-1, B-2, and B-3 zones.

• Public hearing on 2023-2024 proposed Fiscal Year Budget and Fee Schedule
• Proposed text amendment to permit lounges in B-1, B-2, and B-3 zones
• Approval of year-end Budget Amendments
• Donation from Mount Holly Athletic Association for Tuckaseege Park PA system
• Donation from Mount Holly Police Foundation for First Annual Kids Camp

The Mount Holly City Council approved the 2023-2024 Budget Ordinance and Fee Schedule, which sets a property tax rate of 40.5 cents, down from 48.5 cents, with no water/sewer rate increases. The budget includes a salary study implementation, 3% COLA, 5% merit increases, 12 new firefighter positions, and two new fire trucks. The council also approved using Centralina Council of Governments for the city manager search and accepted donations for a PA system and Kids Camp.

• Approved 2023-2024 Budget Ordinance and Fee Schedule (unanimous)
• Approved use of Centralina COG for city manager search (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including budget amendments and public hearing call (unanimous)
• Accepted $9,000 donation from MHAA for PA system at Tuckaseege Park
• Accepted $2,200 donation from Police Foundation for Kids Camp

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

Council directed staff to prepare the proposed 2023/2024 budget at a 40.5-cent tax rate, following prior agreement to purchase 2 fire trucks and hire 12 additional firefighters. The consent agenda was approved, including a budget amendment for mold issues at the Fire Department and a call for a public hearing on a True Homes rezoning of an 89.5-acre tract. Discussions were held on a downtown social district, the Strategic Visioning Plan, and the Stanley Water Agreement, with no final decisions on those items. The meeting included a closed session with no action taken.

• Approved consent agenda including budget amendment for Fire Department mold issues (unanimous)
• Called public hearing for True Homes rezoning of 89.5-acre tract (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from May 8, 2023 Council Meeting and Closed Session (unanimous)
• Directed staff to move forward with proposed 40.5-cent tax rate for 2023/2024 budget
• Entered and exited closed session; no action taken

City Council

The Mount Holly City Council will consider an ordinance for laying hens and a wayfinding sign project. The meeting also includes a call for a public hearing regarding the 2023-2024 proposed budget and fee schedule.

• Public hearing call for 2023-2024 Proposed Budget and Fee Schedule
• Ordinance to regulate laying hens in city limits
• Wayfinding Sign Project
• Fire truck purchase
• Fire Department staffing discussion

The Mount Holly City Council approved an ordinance regulating laying hens in city limits (5-1), approved the purchase of two new fire engines for $1,784,214 funded from fund balance, and approved adding 12 new firefighter positions with a budget built around a 40.5-cent tax rate. The council also approved a contract with Mr. Jackson for Interim City Manager in closed session.

• Approved laying hen ordinance (5-1)
• Approved $1,784,214 purchase of 2 fire engines from fund balance
• Approved 12 new firefighter positions and budget at 40.5-cent tax rate
• Approved contract with Mr. Jackson for Interim City Manager
• Approved consent agenda including budget amendments and proclamations
• Approved wayfinding sign project with burgundy design

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 discussed the upcoming fiscal year budget and tax rates following a county-wide re-evaluation. Council decided to base the proposed budget on a 39 cent tax rate and use fund balance money to purchase one or two new fire trucks.

• Approved budget amendment for decorative lighting underground boring
• Approved April 10, 2023 Council Meeting minutes
• Approved April 18, 2023 Special Meeting minutes
• Directed staff to build proposed budget around 39 cent tax rate
• Decided to use fund balance to cover cost of one or two new fire trucks

City Council

The Mount Holly City Council held a special meeting to execute an agreement with National Gypsum for its expansion project. All parties signed the agreement during the meeting. The council took no other substantive actions, as the session was primarily ceremonial and focused on recognizing project partners.

• Executed agreement with National Gypsum for expansion project (all parties signed)

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

The City Council approved a rezoning request for 1010 South Main Street and passed five amendments to the City's Zoning Ordinance. The council also approved artwork for eight additional boxes in the Box Wrapping Project.

• Approved rezoning of 1.69-acre tract at 1010 South Main Street from R-12 Single Family to B-2 Neighborhood Business
• Approved increasing maximum building height in South Gateway Overlay B-3 district from 35 to 60 ft
• Approved updated parking standards for medical, dental, and similar offices based on building size
• Approved adding minimum requirements for handicapped parking spaces to the zoning ordinance
• Approved adding required species of shrubs to landscaping requirements
• Approved limiting accessory structures to 600 sq. ft. when within five feet of a property line
• Approved artwork for eight additional boxes for the Box Wrapping Project
• Approved consent agenda including TDA appointments and Fire House Subs Grant application

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

The Mount Holly City Council approved an amendment to the Olde Mecklenburg Brewery development agreement, extending the financing portion to March 31, 2024. They also approved a consent agenda including budget amendments, a surplus property resolution, and several public hearing calls. A new Economic Development Grand Hall rental fee of $800 was approved in a 4-2 vote. The council discussed a draft ordinance to allow urban laying hens and agreed to engage a broker for properties along Central Avenue for the Veterans Park project.

• Approved amendment to Olde Mecklenburg Brewery development agreement, extending financing to March 31, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including budget amendments, surplus property resolution, and public hearing calls (unanimous)
• Approved Economic Development Grand Hall rental fee of $800 (4-2, Moore and Harris opposed)
• Named connector road after Kemp A. Michael (unanimous)
• Consensus to engage broker Sam Kline for properties along Central Avenue for Veterans Park
• Directed staff to revise draft ordinance on urban laying hens and bring back to next meeting

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

The Mount Holly City Council approved a rezoning application for a 12.59-acre tract off Hwy 27 and Craig Street, changing it from Conditional District Single Family to Conditional District Single Family with modified conditions. The council also approved the consent agenda, including budget amendments, an audit contract, a SAFER grant application, and several other items. Additionally, the council approved extending water and sewer service to five parcels outside city limits, approved crosswalk art applications, and supported a signal box art wrapping project.

• Approved rezoning for 12.59-acre tract off Hwy 27 and Craig Street (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including budget amendments, audit contract, SAFER grant application (unanimous)
• Approved bidding for 2024 Dixie Youth Baseball State Tournament (unanimous)
• Approved extending water and sewer service to five parcels off Horseshoe Lake Road (unanimous)
• Approved crosswalk creations application from Arts on the Greenway (unanimous)
• Approved crosswalk creations application from Farmer's Market (unanimous)
• Approved resolution supporting signal box art wrapping project (unanimous)
• Increased budget for signal box wrapping not to exceed $10,000 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a retreat to discuss various municipal projects and fiscal planning. Discussions include park redevelopments, downtown enhancements, and solid waste fee implications for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Veterans Park and River Street Park redevelopment discussions
• Downtown enhancements including market lights and pedestrian improvements
• Solid waste study update and FY 23-24 fee implications
• Glendale Property budget considerations
• FY 23-24 budget project prioritization

Council approved staff recommendations to increase recycling and refuse monthly fees effective July 1, 2023. The body decided to proceed with downtown market lights but rejected rooftop lighting. Staff were directed to develop a formal parking strategy and a recreational plan.

• Approved monthly recycling and refuse fee increases effective July 1, 2023
• Approved downtown market lights
• Denied downtown rooftop lighting
• Approved moving up the timeline for the Glendale Property project
• Directed staff to create a formal parking strategy and plan
• Directed staff to develop a recreational plan
• Directed staff to provide a cost estimate for the Veterans Park amphitheater

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

The Mount Holly City Council approved the consent agenda, which included budget amendments, liens, project ordinances, and a public hearing call regarding Olde Mecklenburg Brewery. Under new business, the council voted to fund a portion of the Exit 27 landscaping enhancements for the upcoming I-85 widening project. The meeting also included multiple staff promotions, presentations, and public comments.

• Approved agenda as presented (all in favor)
• Approved consent agenda including budget amendments, trash liens, and meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Approved funding a portion of Exit 27 Landscaping Enhancements for the I-85 Widening Project (all in favor)
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:07 pm (all in favor)

City Council

The Mount Holly City Council will hold a work session to discuss schedule outlines for River Street Park and Veteran's Park. The council will also consider a budget amendment regarding Veteran's Park.

• Discussion of River Street Park Schedule Outline
• Discussion of Veteran's Park Schedule Outline
• Consideration of Veteran's Park budget amendment
• Approval of Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) for Air Packs
• Approval of Mini Brooks Waiver for McAdams

The Mount Holly City Council approved a schedule for River Street Park that includes property appraisals, with Councilman Meadows suggesting the area be split into separate parcels for two appraisals. The Council also approved a budget amendment to contract with McAdams for a concept design of Veterans Park, with a timeline to present the design in March and clear structures by fall 2023. Both motions passed unanimously. The Council also approved the consent agenda, including the City Manager's contract, and entered into an agreement with Aqua Law for specialized outside counsel after closed session.

• Approved agenda as amended, adding City Manager's contract to consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Mini Brooks waiver, AFG grant for air packs, meeting minutes, and City Manager's contract (unanimous)
• Approved River Street Park schedule, including property appraisals (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment and contract with McAdams for Veterans Park concept design (unanimous)
• Entered closed session under N.C.G.S. 143-318.11(a)(3,4,6) (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Aqua Law for specialized outside counsel (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:25 pm (unanimous)

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

City Council approved a 1.99% salary increase for employees effective July 1, 2022. The council also passed two text amendments to the Subdivision & Land Development Ordinance and approved several consent agenda items.

• Approved 1.99% employee salary increase effective July 1, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved text amendment to Section 3.21 of Subdivision & Land Development Ordinance regarding grading permit reviews (Unanimous)
• Approved text amendment to Section 3.12 of Subdivision & Land Development Ordinance regarding trail system emergency response (Unanimous)
• Approved liens for trash, junk and debris at 204 Beaty Road and 132 Farm Springs Drive
• Approved repeal of speed limit concurrences on NC 273 inside corporate limits
• Approved release of Letter of Credit for Kendrick Farms Phase IV
• Approved Gaston County Healthy Community Mini-Grant Application
• Approved proclamation for National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day