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Olive Branch public meetings in 2023

60 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Fri Dec 22, 2023

Old Towne Design Review Advisory Committee

Committee to consider revoking shipping container approvals at 9211 Hwy 178

The Old Towne Design Review Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to consider revoking previously issued approvals for shipping containers at 9211 Hwy 178, a 0.38-acre property zoned C-5 in the Old Towne District. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the October 6, 2023 meeting and other routine business.

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Tue Dec 19, 2023

Board of Aldermen

Board to consider rezoning for 410-unit Vanderburg Flats and 691-lot Kirk Farms

The Olive Branch Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings on two major rezoning requests: one to allow a truck stop on Hacks Cross Road and another to rezone land on W Sandidge Road for a 12-unit townhome community. The board will also consider setting future hearings for a 410-unit multifamily development and a 691-lot residential subdivision, along with various consent agenda items, new business, and personnel matters.

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Thu Dec 14, 2023

Board of Adjustment

Board to hear 9 zoning cases including revoking a truck yard permit

The Olive Branch Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold its regular meeting on December 14, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in the Municipal Court Room. The agenda includes old business from the cancelled November meeting, several conditional use permits and zoning variances, and a public hearing to revoke a conditional use permit for a tractor trailer drop yard. The board will also approve minutes from the October meeting.

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Tue Dec 12, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss residential developments and commercial rezoning

The Olive Branch Planning Commission will review several land use applications, including a 691-lot residential development and various rezoning requests. The meeting includes items tabled from November, such as a 410-unit multi-family project and a truck stop development plan.

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Tue Dec 5, 2023

Board of Aldermen

Board to vote on Old River Farm garage amendment and $375K contract cut

The Olive Branch Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing and consider a zoning amendment for Old River Farm to allow front-facing garages, and vote on a final change order reducing a striping contract by $375,822.95. The consent agenda includes numerous donations, equipment purchases, and routine approvals. Executive session will address personnel and legal matters.

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Tue Nov 21, 2023

Board of Aldermen

Board to consider Old River Farm garage amendment, tax exemptions

The Olive Branch Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing on a request to allow front-facing garages in the Old River Farm development, and will consider several consent agenda items including tax exemptions for Riverhorse DC and JAS Forwarding. The board will also vote on two additional holidays, approve change orders for road projects, and discuss personnel matters in executive session.

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Tue Nov 14, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider rezoning for 410-unit Vanderburg Flats

The Olive Branch Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on November 14, 2023, to consider several subdivision plats, zoning map amendments, and a vacation request. Key items include a proposed rezoning for a 410-unit multi-family development, a 12-unit townhome project, and a truck stop use in a commercial district. The commission will also hold a tentative public working session on zoning ordinance updates.

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Thu Nov 9, 2023

Board of Adjustment

Board to hear 8 requests including conditional use permits and fence variances

The Olive Branch Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on November 9, 2023, to consider several conditional use permits and zoning variances. Items include a permit for Honey Baked Ham to place storage containers, a trailer parking request for a distribution warehouse, an auto repair shop, a charitable bingo hall, and multiple fence and setback variances. The board will also hold a public hearing to consider revoking a conditional use permit for a tractor trailer drop yard due to non-compliance.

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Tue Nov 7, 2023

Board of Aldermen

Olive Branch aldermen to vote on consent agenda, property cleanups, refunds

The Olive Branch Board of Aldermen will consider a lengthy consent agenda covering routine approvals, purchases, and service contracts, plus new business items including property cleanup declarations, developer refunds, and a speed bump policy change. The meeting also includes executive session personnel matters and approval of claims totaling over $2 million.

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Thu Oct 26, 2023

Design Review Advisory Committee

Committee to review metal building for business office on Industrial Dr

The Olive Branch Design Review Advisory Committee is meeting to consider one new business item: a design review application for a 5,000 sq. ft. metal building to be used as a business office and storage facility at 8453 Industrial Dr. The property is zoned C-2 (Highway Commercial) and the applicant is Orlando Buenaventura of Olive Branch Home Repair and Improvement. The committee will also approve minutes from the July 27, 2023 meeting.

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Tue Oct 17, 2023

Board of Aldermen

Board to consider 92-acre Robinson Crossing Commerce Center development

The Olive Branch Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing and consider approval of the Robinson Crossing Commerce Center, a 92-acre commercial development at Pleasant Hill and Church Roads. The board will also vote on several consent agenda items, including road closures, equipment purchases, and donations, as well as multiple subdivision plats and property maintenance actions.

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Thu Oct 12, 2023

Board of Adjustment

Board to hear 5 requests: conditional use permits, variances

The Olive Branch Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on October 12, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in the Municipal Court Room. The board will consider two conditional use permit amendments and three zoning variance requests, as well as approve minutes from the September meeting.

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Tue Oct 10, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review final plats for five subdivisions and a zoning amendment

The Olive Branch Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on October 10, 2023, to consider several subdivision plats and a zoning amendment. Items include final plats for residential, commercial, and industrial subdivisions, a minor subdivision, and a request to allow front-facing garages in the Old River Farm development. The meeting will also include a zoning update discussion.

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Tue Oct 3, 2023

Board of Aldermen

Board to consider $267,600 water facility design and $1.1M road overlay change

The Olive Branch Board of Aldermen will vote on a consent agenda with routine items and several new business contracts, including a $267,600 professional services agreement for the Craft Road Water Production Facility and a $1,135,515 change order for annual road reclamation and overlay. They will also hold public hearings on declaring five properties as health and safety menaces, and discuss economic development with Cascades developers. Executive session will cover personnel and potential litigation.

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Fri Sep 22, 2023

Old Towne Design Review Advisory Committee

Old Towne Design Review Committee to review Cotton Gin and Side Street Burgers changes

The Olive Branch Old Towne Design Review Advisory Committee will hold its regular meeting on October 6, 2023, after being postponed from September 22. The committee will review two design applications: one to amend the Cotton Gin building design (relocating restrooms, changing west side) and another to place a second shipping container behind Side Street Burgers. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the August 25 meeting.

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Tue Sep 19, 2023

Board of Aldermen

Board to consider Wal-Mart fee-in-lieu tax agreement and multiple development plats

The Olive Branch Board of Aldermen will vote on a consent agenda with 25 items, including a fee-in-lieu of tax agreement with Wal-Mart Fulfillment Services, several sole-source purchases, and various contracts. They will also hold public hearings on two planned developments and consider multiple subdivision plats, as well as bids for natural gas, street, and water supplies that were tabled from a previous meeting.

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Thu Sep 14, 2023

Board of Adjustment

Board to consider renewing cell tower permit, new conditional uses

The Olive Branch Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on September 14, 2023, to hear applications for conditional use permits, including a renewal for a wireless communications facility, a revised application for a granite cutting shop, and a new application for a small cell tower. One previously scheduled application for a mini-storage facility has been withdrawn by the applicant. The board will also approve minutes from the August 10 meeting.

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Tue Sep 12, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review commercial and residential subdivision plats

The Olive Branch Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on September 12, 2023, to consider several subdivision plats, a lot line revision, a vacation request, and a zoning code update working session. Items include both consent agenda and new business, covering commercial and residential developments.

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Tue Sep 5, 2023

Board of Aldermen

Board to set tax millage rate and adopt FY2023-24 budget

The Olive Branch Board of Aldermen will consider setting the tax millage rate for fiscal year 2023/2024 and adopting the proposed budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2023. The agenda also includes a consent agenda with numerous routine items, public comments on Stateline Road issues, and several public hearings on property maintenance and a PUD amendment.

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✓ Decided: Olive Branch Board of Aldermen adopts 2023-2024 budget

The Board of Aldermen unanimously adopted the budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2023, and set the tax millage rate for 2023/2024. The board also approved various service agreements, equipment purchases, and a final payment for the Pleasant Hill North Water Plant.

Fri Aug 25, 2023

Old Towne Design Review Advisory Committee

Committee to review painting roof of Mississippi Ale House white

The Old Towne Design Review Committee will hold a regular meeting to review a design application for painting the roof of the Mississippi Ale House white. The property is zoned C-5 in the Old Towne District. The committee will also approve minutes from the May 26, 2023 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves painting Mississippi Ale House roof white

The Old Towne Design Review Advisory Committee approved a request to paint the roof of the Mississippi Ale House white. The approval included a provision that the brewhouse roof will eventually be updated with gray shingles to match the Cotton Gin.

Tue Aug 15, 2023

Board of Aldermen

Board to consider tax exemptions, budget hearing, and multiple contracts

The Olive Branch Board of Aldermen will consider a consent agenda with numerous routine items, including tax exemptions for Kenco Logistic Services and Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation, several service agreements, and budget amendments. They will also hold public hearings on a PUD amendment and the city's FY 2023-2024 budget, and discuss new business such as a refund and a design contract for a public works facility.

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✓ Decided: Board approves new public works facility design agreement

The Board of Aldermen approved a service agreement with Fisher and Arnold for the design and construction administration of a new public works facility. The board also processed various consent agenda items, including budget amendments and tax exemptions. Several personnel hires and promotions were authorized during executive session.

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Thu Aug 10, 2023

Board of Adjustment

Board to hear three conditional use requests including mini-storage and diesel shop

The Olive Branch Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on August 10, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in the Municipal Court Room. The board will consider three conditional use permit applications: a mini-storage facility, an extension of a temporary cold storage permit, and a diesel maintenance and repair shop. It will also approve minutes from the July 13 meeting and handle any old or other business.

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✓ Decided: Board of Adjustment tables mini-storage permit and amends cold storage dates

The Board approved a request to shift the seasonal usage dates for a temporary cold storage pod at Nothing Bundt Cakes. A request for a new mini-storage facility was tabled until the next meeting to allow the applicant to address financing and design requirements.

Tue Aug 8, 2023

Board of Aldermen

Special meeting on FY2024 budget and 5-year road plan

The Olive Branch Board of Aldermen is holding a special meeting to discuss the fiscal year 2023/2024 budget and long-range capital improvement plans, as well as modifications to the 5-year road plan. No votes are scheduled; the agenda lists only discussion items.

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Tue Aug 8, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider gas pumps at Mitchell's Corner and new 92-acre commercial development

The Olive Branch Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on August 8, 2023, to consider several development applications. Key items include amending a planned development to allow gas pumps, approving a new commercial center, and reviewing multiple subdivision plats. The meeting will also include a zoning update discussion.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission considers gas pump addition at Mitchell's Corner

The Commission reviewed an application to allow four gas pump islands as an accessory use to a convenience store at College Rd and Hwy 305. Staff recommended approval with specific building setbacks and facade requirements. The provided minutes end during the discussion and do not record a final vote or decision.

Tue Aug 1, 2023

Board of Aldermen

Board to consider tax exemptions, airport grants, and insurance proposals

The Olive Branch Board of Aldermen will vote on consent agenda items including tax exemptions, airport grants, and contracts, and will discuss old and new business such as a traffic signal engineering agreement and insurance proposals. Public comments will address funding for local organizations.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $500,000 for public water, sewer, and gas infrastructure

The Board of Aldermen approved a contribution of up to $500,000 for infrastructure to support the city's educational, technological, and industrial welfare. They also accepted several airport grants and approved a new health insurance provider. Multiple personnel hires and promotions were authorized during executive session.

Thu Jul 27, 2023

Design Review Advisory Committee

Committee to review ATP Flight School hangar design application

The Olive Branch Design Review Advisory Committee is meeting to consider a design review application for a new metal building for ATP Flight School. The proposed 6,683 sq. ft. hangar with office and instruction space would be located on a 0.779-acre parcel zoned M-2 Heavy Industrial, east of Terminal Drive and south of Airport Rd. The committee will also approve minutes from the May 25, 2023 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves metal building design for ATP Flight School hangar

The Design Review Advisory Committee approved the design for a 6,683 sq. ft. metal hangar and office space for ATP Flight School. Approval is subject to administrative review of landscape and civil site plans and the procurement of building permits.

Tue Jul 18, 2023

Board of Aldermen

Board to consider engineering contracts for soccer complex, tax exemptions

The Olive Branch Board of Aldermen will consider several items, including approving engineering agreements for the George Harrison Soccer Complex, granting tax exemptions to Milwaukee Electric Tools, and setting a public hearing for the FY2024 budget. The board will also vote on consent agenda items such as a police vehicle purchase, a street cut deposit refund, and various subdivision plats.

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✓ Decided: Olive Branch Board of Aldermen approves multiple engineering and land use requests

The Board approved two engineering agreements for the George Harrison Soccer Complex and several subdivision plat revisions. The board also declared five properties as public health and safety menaces and authorized various personnel hires and promotions.

Thu Jul 13, 2023

Board of Adjustment

Board to consider conditional use permit for granite cutting shop on Bethel Rd

The Olive Branch Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to consider a conditional use permit application for a granite cutting shop at 4411 Bethel Rd. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and handle any old or other business.

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✓ Decided: Board denies permit for granite cutting shop on Bethel Rd

The Board of Zoning Adjustment denied a Conditional Use Permit for a granite cutting shop at 4411 Bethel Rd. The board found the proposed use incompatible with surrounding residential areas and inconsistent with the Comprehensive Plan 2040.

Tue Jul 11, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review 5 subdivision plats and a PUD amendment

The Olive Branch Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on July 11, 2023, to consider several subdivision plats and a Planned Unit Development (PUD) amendment. The agenda includes a consent item to enlarge a lot in the Chase Montgomery Commercial Park, and new business items for a PUD text amendment, a minor subdivision plat, and three commercial subdivision revisions. The commission will also discuss a zoning update.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves three subdivision and development requests

The Planning Commission approved a plat revision for Chase Montgomery Commercial Park and a final plat for the Shrum One Lot Subdivision. The commission also recommended the Board of Aldermen approve amendments to the Robinson Crossing PUD project text and development plan.

Wed Jul 5, 2023

Board of Aldermen

Board to consider water system engineering contracts and tax exemptions

The Olive Branch Board of Aldermen will consider several professional engineering agreements for water system planning and calibration, traffic signal modifications, and a task order with Neel-Schaffer. The board will also vote on consent agenda items including fund transfers, donations, surplus declarations, and final resolutions granting ad valorem tax exemptions to four companies. Public comments will include requests for financial support from two non-profits and an introduction by a state representative candidate.

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✓ Decided: Board approves water system engineering and multiple personnel hires

The Board of Aldermen approved several engineering agreements for water system planning and distribution. They also hired 10 new employees across various city departments and authorized several promotions and salary increases. Additionally, the Board declared two properties as public health and safety menaces.

Tue Jun 20, 2023

Board of Aldermen

Board to consider tax exemptions for four companies and multiple property plats

The Olive Branch Board of Aldermen will vote on a consent agenda including donations, service agreements, and budget amendments, and will consider initial resolutions granting ad valorem tax exemptions to four companies. The board will also review several subdivision plats and declare two properties as public health and safety menaces. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel matters and property acquisition discussions.

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✓ Decided: Board of Aldermen approves multiple land subdivisions and tax exemptions

The Board approved several residential and commercial plat applications and granted ad valorem tax exemptions to four companies. The board also authorized various equipment purchases for emergency services and accepted several donations.

Tue Jun 13, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review 10 subdivision plats and zoning update

The Olive Branch Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting to consider consent agenda items, old business, and new business. The agenda includes multiple final plat applications for residential and commercial subdivisions, a plat revision, and a lot vacation. The commission will also discuss a zoning update.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves several subdivision plats and revisions

The Planning Commission approved three consent agenda items and two old business items regarding lot subdivisions and revisions. All approved items were recommended for final approval by the Board of Mayor and Aldermen.

Thu Jun 8, 2023

Board of Adjustment

Board to weigh accessory building variance and AT&T small cell permit

The Olive Branch Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on June 8, 2023, to consider two applications: a zoning variance for a large detached accessory building and a conditional use permit for a small cell facility. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and handle any old or other business.

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✓ Decided: Board approves zoning variance for accessory building and AT&T small cell facility

The Board of Adjustment approved a zoning variance for a detached storage building at 4800 Alexander Rd and a conditional use permit for a small cell facility at Hacks Cross Rd and HWY 302.

Tue Jun 6, 2023

Board of Aldermen

Board to consider 183-acre voluntary annexation and tax agreements

The Olive Branch Board of Aldermen will consider a voluntary annexation of approximately 183 acres, an interlocal agreement with DeSoto County for municipal tax collection, and several public works projects including sidewalk installation and airport improvements. The agenda also includes numerous consent items, such as fund transfers, equipment purchases, and tax exemptions for Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation.

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✓ Decided: Board approves Old Towne sidewalk project and various tax exemptions

The Board of Aldermen approved a concrete sidewalk contract for the Old Towne project and a real estate service contract for intersection improvements at Stateline and Davidson Roads. Several ad valorem tax exemptions were adopted, and multiple personnel hires and promotions were authorized. Two airport rehabilitation projects were tabled indefinitely.

Fri May 26, 2023

Old Towne Design Review Advisory Committee

Committee to review second shipping container behind Side Street Burgers

The Old Towne Design Review Advisory Committee is meeting to review a design review application for a second shipping container to be used as permanent storage behind Side Street Burgers. The property is zoned C-5 in the Old Towne District. The committee will also approve minutes from the March 24, 2023 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Committee tables request for second storage container at 9211 Hwy 178

The committee tabled a design review application for a second shipping container to be used as permanent storage behind Side Street Burgers. The action was taken to allow the applicant to submit a complete, to-scale site plan including dumpster specifications. The committee also approved the minutes from the March 24, 2023 meeting.

Thu May 25, 2023

Design Review Advisory Committee

✓ Decided: Design Review Committee approves two industrial building projects

The committee approved a new Turbocharger facility and a 7,000 sq. ft. expansion for the Teleflex building. Both projects were approved with specific conditions regarding building materials and screening.

Tue May 16, 2023

Board of Aldermen

Board to consider rezoning 70.67 acres for Oak Park Town Center mixed-use development

The Olive Branch Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing on a zoning map amendment to rezone 70.67 acres at HWY 302 and Hacks Cross Road from C-4 to PUD for the Oak Park Town Center mixed-use development. The board will also consider several subdivision plats, including Hamilton Circle and Pleasant Ridge Estates, and vote on a consent agenda covering various contracts, donations, and tax exemptions. Additionally, the board will review bids for FEMA emergency notification devices and quotes for sidewalk and driveway projects.

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✓ Decided: Board approves rezoning for Oak Park Town Center mixed-use development

The Board approved a zoning map amendment to establish the Oak Park Town Center mixed-use development at HWY 302 and Hacks Cross Road. Several residential and commercial plat applications were approved, and two properties were declared public health and safety menaces. The Board also authorized various service agreements and fund transfers via a consent agenda.

Thu May 11, 2023

Board of Adjustment

Board to hear two requests: auto repair conditional use and setback variance

The Olive Branch Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on May 11, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in the Municipal Court Room. The board will consider two applications: a conditional use permit for a motor vehicle repair shop and a zoning variance for a front yard setback encroachment. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and other routine business.

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✓ Decided: Board approves auto repair permit and restaurant setback variance

The Board of Zoning Adjustment approved a 10-year conditional use permit for a motor vehicle repair shop and granted a zoning variance for a restaurant building encroachment. Both decisions were passed with unanimous support from the present members.

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Tue May 9, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider rezoning 70.67 acres for Oak Park Town Center

The Olive Branch Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on May 9, 2023, to consider several subdivision plats, a zoning map amendment, and other planning items. The most consequential item is a request to rezone 70.67 acres at Hwy 302 and Hacks Cross Rd from C-4 to PUD to establish Oak Park Town Center, a mixed-use development. The agenda also includes multiple preliminary and final plat applications for residential and commercial subdivisions, as well as a discussion on zoning updates and due process safeguards.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends rezoning for Oak Park Town Center mixed-use project

The Commission recommended that the Board of Aldermen rezone 70.67 acres to a Planned Unit Development for the Oak Park Town Center. Two consent items regarding plat revisions and extensions were approved. A preliminary plat for the Hamilton Circle Subdivision was also recommended for approval.

Tue May 2, 2023

Board of Aldermen

Board to consider $1.38M in engineering contracts for Southern and East Area projects

The Olive Branch Board of Aldermen will consider approving two engineering task orders with Neel-Schaffer, Inc. totaling $1,375,579 for Southern and East Area projects, along with several other items including a rodeo production agreement, outdoor festival and noise exemptions, and a resolution for G.O.P.I. Bonds. The consent agenda includes fund transfers, surplus property declarations, and a grant application. The board will also hold public hearings on cleaning multiple properties deemed a menace to public health and safety, and discuss personnel matters in executive session.

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Tue Apr 18, 2023

Board of Aldermen

Board to consider rezoning 70.67 acres for Oak Park Town Center mixed-use

The Olive Branch Board of Aldermen will consider a rezoning request to transform 70.67 acres at Hwy 302 and Hacks Cross Rd into a mixed-use development, along with several other planning items. The consent agenda includes numerous contracts, donations, and tax exemptions. The board will also discuss a water service funding agreement and the Sylvan Lake spillway, and hold executive sessions for personnel and property acquisition.

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✓ Decided: Board approves multiple land developments and public works contracts

The Board of Aldermen approved several subdivision plats, a car wash site plan, and various equipment purchases for Public Works. They also authorized tax exemptions for Ruan Transport Corporation and HD Supply Facilities Maintenance, LTD, and approved over $2.3 million in warrant reports.

Thu Apr 13, 2023

Board of Adjustment

Board to consider revoking conditional use permit for truck yard

The Olive Branch Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on revoking a conditional use permit for a tractor trailer drop yard, transportation terminal, and cargo container storage yard at 6602 Stateline Rd E, due to the owner's failure to comply with permit conditions. The board will also hear new applications for a fence height variance and two small cell poles for AT&T. The meeting includes routine items like approval of minutes.

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✓ Decided: Board approves height variance for residential fence and cell pole permits

The Board of Adjustment approved a zoning variance for a 6-foot fence at 8739 Stateline Rd E and a conditional use permit for two AT&T small cell poles. Staff withdrew a petition to revoke a conditional use permit for a tractor trailer drop yard after violations were cleared.

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Tue Apr 11, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider rezoning 70.67 acres for Oak Park Town Center

The Olive Branch Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on April 11, 2023, to consider several development applications. Key items include a zoning map amendment to rezone 70.67 acres for a mixed-use development, a site plan for a car wash, and multiple subdivision plats. One item is tabled to May 9, 2023.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval of three development projects

The Commission approved a final plat for Fox Creek Commercial and recommended three other projects for Board of Aldermen approval: a car wash site plan, a one-lot subdivision for Huntleigh Phase 2, and a preliminary plat for Robinson Crossing Section H. Two other applications were tabled until May 9, 2023.

Tue Apr 4, 2023

Board of Aldermen

Board to consider fire truck purchase, bids, and personnel actions

The Olive Branch Board of Aldermen will meet to consider routine approvals, bids for equipment and improvements, a fire truck purchase, and several personnel matters in executive session. The agenda includes consent items like fund transfers, surplus declarations, and refunds, as well as new business on a multi-use path agreement and planning safeguards.

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✓ Decided: Board approves fire pumper purchase and various equipment bids

The Board of Aldermen approved the purchase of a Pierce Pumper for the Fire Department and accepted bids for an emergency medical vehicle, a hydraulic excavator, and surplus property. The board also authorized the Mayor to execute documents for an opioids settlement and a multi-use path agreement with MDOT.

Fri Mar 24, 2023

Old Towne Design Review Advisory Committee

Committee to review shipping container storage request on Hwy 178

The Old Towne Design Review Advisory Committee is meeting to consider one design review application. The applicant requests permission to place a 20ft by 8ft shipping container as a permanent storage building, screened by a fence, on a 0.38-acre property zoned C-5 in the Old Towne District. The committee will also approve minutes from the November 29, 2022 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves storage container and fence at 9211 Hwy 178

The committee approved a request to place a 20ft by 8ft shipping container and an 8-foot cedar fence at 9211 Hwy 178. The approval requires the container and fence to be painted to match the Side Street Grill façade.

Thu Mar 23, 2023

Design Review Advisory Committee

Committee to review three industrial projects, including two airport hangars

The Olive Branch Design Review Advisory Committee will hold its regular meeting to review three design applications: a tabled 29,000 sq. ft. metal hangar at the Olive Branch Airport, four new warehouse buildings, and an 11,250 sq. ft. metal hangar on a city-owned parcel. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves three new airport and industrial building designs

The Design Review Advisory Committee approved the construction of two airplane hangars at the Olive Branch Airport and four warehouse buildings at Alexander Rd and Vista Cove. All approvals included specific conditions regarding building permits and administrative reviews.

Tue Mar 21, 2023

Board of Aldermen

✓ Decided: Olive Branch approves $8 million in public improvement bonds

The Board of Aldermen unanimously adopted a resolution to issue $8 million in General Obligation Public Improvement Bonds for municipal buildings, parks, and firefighting equipment. The board also approved several land subdivisions and tax exemptions for corporations. Additionally, the board authorized various personnel actions and property compensation offers during executive session.

Tue Mar 14, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review final plats, preliminary plat, and zoning framework

The Olive Branch Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting to consider several subdivision plats, including a final plat for a single-lot subdivision, a plat revision for a church property, a final plat for commercial lots, and a preliminary plat for townhouses. They will also receive a presentation on zoning ordinance amendments. One item is requested to be tabled to the next meeting.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves three subdivision plat applications

The Planning Commission approved final plats for the Dauson 1 Lot and Bridges of Camp Creek Phase 2 projects, and a preliminary plat for the Townhouses of Cedar Bluff Phase 2. One plat revision request for the Jeremiah AME Church subdivision was tabled. Staff also presented a framework for a new Unified Land Development Code.

Thu Mar 9, 2023

Board of Adjustment

Board to consider herbicide facility, setback variance, and permit revocation

The Olive Branch Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on March 9, 2023, to decide on a conditional use permit for a chemical processing facility, a zoning variance for a commercial property, and a public hearing to revoke a previously granted conditional use permit. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and other routine business.

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✓ Decided: Board approves chemical processing permit and coffee shop zoning variance

The Board of Adjustment approved a conditional use permit for a herbicide dilution system and a zoning variance for a new drive-thru coffee shop. A request to revoke a permit for a tractor trailer yard was tabled pending a new application and compliance efforts.

🏢 Building at this address: 6 m tall
Tue Mar 7, 2023

Board of Aldermen

Board to consider tax exemption for Teleflex and multiple donations

The Olive Branch Board of Aldermen will vote on a consent agenda including donations to local organizations, a tax exemption for Teleflex, and various service agreements. They will also consider bids for municipal depository services and several engineering contracts, and discuss personnel and legal matters in executive session.

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✓ Decided: Board of Aldermen approves multiple community donations and infrastructure projects

The Board approved a series of charitable donations totaling over $100,000 and authorized several infrastructure contracts, including a water main extension. The Board also approved various personnel hires and a transmission line easement for TVA.

Thu Feb 23, 2023

Design Review Advisory Committee

Committee to review 29,000 sq ft metal hangar at Olive Branch Airport

The Design Review Advisory Committee will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes, discuss old and new business, and consider a design review application for a new metal hangar at the Olive Branch Airport. The application, filed by Michael Walker of Walker Arch, LLC on behalf of David Couch of Memphis Executive Jet Center, LLC, seeks approval for a 29,000 sq. ft. metal hangar on property zoned M-2 at 11200 High Point Cv. The meeting is scheduled for February 23, 2023, at 4:00 PM in the Planning/Engineering Conference Room at City Hall.

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✓ Decided: Committee tables 29,000 sq. ft. airport hangar application

The Design Review Advisory Committee tabled an application for a new metal airplane hangar at 11200 High Point Cv. The committee requested the applicant resubmit plans featuring brick treatments or alternative metal treatments to better match the character of the area.

Tue Feb 21, 2023

Board of Aldermen

Board to consider tax exemptions, budget amendment, and multiple contracts

The Olive Branch Board of Aldermen will vote on a consent agenda covering routine items like fund transfers, service agreements, and equipment purchases, plus several tax exemptions and a budget amendment. They will also consider planning commission approvals for three subdivisions and a public hearing on property cleanup. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel matters and property acquisition discussions.

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✓ Decided: Board approves multiple subdivision plats and infrastructure contracts

The Board of Aldermen approved three final plat applications for new subdivisions and authorized several contract amendments for water and gas improvements. The board also approved a series of personnel hires across multiple city departments and authorized a counteroffer for the Hartledge Property.

Tue Feb 14, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider rental restriction, plats, and PUD rezoning

The Olive Branch Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on February 14, 2023, to consider several land-use applications. Items include a covenant amendment to add a rental restriction for a subdivision, final plats for residential and commercial lots, and a previously tabled zoning map amendment for a mixed-use PUD. Two applications have been withdrawn by the applicants.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves three subdivision plats and one rental restriction

The Commission approved a rental restriction for the Stonecrest HOA and three final subdivision plats for church and commercial developments. Two other applications were withdrawn by the applicants.

Thu Feb 9, 2023

Board of Adjustment

Board to decide on fuel pumps, trailers, chemical storage, and more

The Olive Branch Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to consider several conditional use permit applications, including a tabled request for fuel pumps at a proposed convenience store. New business includes requests for classroom trailers, a herbicide dilution system, a diesel mechanic shop, and a withdrawn self-storage facility application. The board will also approve minutes from the January 12, 2023 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Board of Adjustment denies diesel shop permit and approves fuel pumps

The Board approved a 25-year permit for fuel pumps at Fox Creek Market Place. It denied a permit for a diesel mechanic shop at 8411 Hwy 178 and tabled requests regarding school classroom trailers and a herbicide dilution system.

🏢 Building at this address: 5 m tall
Tue Feb 7, 2023

Board of Aldermen

Board to consider $610,320 task order for engineering services

The Olive Branch Board of Aldermen will consider a $610,320 task order with Neel-Schaffer, Inc., declare surplus property for sale, and handle a consent agenda with numerous routine items including fund transfers, equipment purchases, and service agreements. The meeting also includes public comments, announcements, and executive session for personnel and litigation matters.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $610,320 contract with Neel-Schaffer, Inc.

The Board of Aldermen approved a $610,320 task order for Neel-Schaffer, Inc. and declared certain real property as surplus for sale. The board also approved multiple personnel hires and promotions across the Fire, Gas Maintenance, and Concession departments.

Tue Jan 17, 2023

Board of Aldermen

Board to consider rezoning, plats, contracts, and surplus sales

The Olive Branch Board of Aldermen will consider multiple planning items, including a public hearing on amending the Preserve at Cedar Bluff development plan, several subdivision plats, and a bid for police uniforms. They will also vote on professional service contracts for FEMA notification device replacement and a sewer line extension, and declare numerous city vehicles and equipment as surplus for auction.

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✓ Decided: Board of Aldermen approves multiple zoning plats and infrastructure contracts

The Board approved several residential and commercial subdivision plats, including projects at The Preserve at Cedar Bluff and Fox Creek. They also authorized engineering contracts for sewer upgrades and FEMA notification devices, and approved various municipal payments and surplus equipment sales.

Thu Jan 12, 2023

Board of Adjustment

Board to consider two conditional use permits, one for tutoring center

The Olive Branch Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to consider two conditional use permit applications. One request is for a teaching and tutoring facility on Pleasant Hill Rd N, and the other is for fuel pumps at a proposed convenience store, which the applicant has asked to table until February 9, 2023. The meeting will also include approval of minutes and elections.

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✓ Decided: Board approves 20-year permit for special needs teaching facility

The Board of Zoning Adjustment approved a Conditional Use Permit for the ARC NWMS Achievement Center to operate a private school for children with special needs. A request for fuel pumps at Fox Creek Market Place was tabled. The board also held elections for its leadership positions.

🏢 Building at this address: 4 m tall
Tue Jan 10, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider rezoning 57 acres for mixed-use PUD at Stateline

The Olive Branch Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting to review several subdivision plats, rezoning requests, and development plan amendments. Notable items include a request to rezone 57.44 acres for The Lakes at Stateline mixed-use PUD (tabled), a preliminary plat for Funderburk PUD Area 5, and a final plat for Fox Creek Commercial Subdivision. Several items are requested to be tabled by applicants.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves multiple subdivision plats and extensions

The Planning Commission approved several final and preliminary plats for residential and commercial developments. Three new business items regarding zoning and plat amendments were tabled until February 14, 2023.

Mon Jan 9, 2023

Design Review Advisory Committee

Committee to review two 7,500 sq ft metal hangars at Olive Branch Airport

The Design Review Advisory Committee is meeting to consider a design review application for two metal hangars at the Olive Branch Airport. The hangars would be 7,500 square feet each, located at 11289 Airport Rd, on property zoned M-2. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and handle any other business.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves two metal airplane hangars at Olive Branch Airport

The Design Review Advisory Committee approved a request from Aren Investments to construct two 7,500 sq. ft. corrugated metal hangars. The approval requires the buildings to match existing hangars in materials, color, and roof pitch.

Tue Jan 3, 2023

Board of Aldermen

Board to consider $8M bond issuance for public improvements

The Olive Branch Board of Aldermen will consider authorizing up to $8,000,000 in General Obligation Public Improvement Bonds, approve a contract amendment for engineering services related to ARPA water infrastructure grants, and act on a consent agenda covering fund transfers, donations, equipment purchases, and surplus declarations. The meeting also includes public comments, announcements, and executive session personnel matters.

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✓ Decided: Board authorizes $8 million in General Obligation Public Improvement Bonds

The Board of Aldermen authorized the issuance of up to $8 million in public improvement bonds. They also approved several consent agenda items, including fund transfers and equipment purchases, and hired three new employees across different departments.