Piperton public meetings in 2021

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Piperton Board of Mayor and Commissioners will hold its regular session, covering routine approvals, a design presentation for the Pinckney House renovation, and a professional services agreement for a utility cost analysis. The board will also consider a speed limit ordinance for Keough Road, a mitigation plan, a water contract with Collierville, and a board reappointment.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 349-21 to amend speed limit on Keough Road east of Highway 196
• Resolution No. 21-244 adopting Fayette County Mitigation Plan
• Resolution No. 21-245 approving water contract with Town of Collierville
• Presentation of preliminary design documents for Pinckney House renovation by Spirit Architecture
• Professional service agreement with RateStudies, Inc. for utility cost of service analysis

The Board approved a 10-year water contract with Collierville, extending the previous 8-year term and increasing the monthly volume threshold from 14 to 18 million gallons before penalties. The board also approved a $3,000 professional service agreement with RateStudies for a utility cost analysis, and passed the first reading of an ordinance to temporarily reduce the speed limit on Keough Road east of Highway 196 to 30 mph. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved 10-year water contract with Collierville (unanimous)
• Approved $3,000 agreement with RateStudies for utility cost analysis (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 349-21 reducing speed limit on Keough Road (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-244 adopting Fayette County Mitigation Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-245 authorizing water contract execution (unanimous)
• Re-appointed Jack Murphy to Industrial Development Board (unanimous)
• Approved financial and department reports (unanimous)

Industrial Development Board

The Piperton Industrial Development Board is holding a special called meeting. The main item of discussion is updating the City's web page, followed by a motion to adjourn. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Discussion concerning updating the City's web page

The Piperton Industrial Development Board held a special meeting on December 15, 2021, to discuss upgrading the city's website, but no quorum was present. The meeting was adjourned with no further discussion, and no substantive decisions were made.

• Meeting adjourned due to no quorum (no vote recorded)

Planning Commission

The Commission will consider several development applications, including a monument sign for Commercial Filter Signage and an amendment to the Lakes of Greenbrier Master Development Plan. The meeting also includes the election of officers and a discussion on amending design guidelines for residential cluster mailboxes.

• Commercial Filter Signage monument sign application
• Lakes of Greenbrier CD-O Master Development Plan amendment
• Piper Subdivision plat re-subdivision application
• Amending Design Guidelines for Cluster Mailbox Unit (CBU) design
• Public Hearing regarding Shelby Drive Extension

The Piperton Planning Commission tabled a request to amend the Lakes of Greenbrier Master Development Plan to increase density from 127 to 157 lots, pending further discussion with the city attorney and property owners. The commission also approved a monument sign for Commercial Filter, a resubdivision of the Piper Subdivision, and new cluster mailbox guidelines.

• Tabled Lakes of Greenbrier CD-O amendment for density increase (unanimous)
• Approved Commercial Filter monument sign with four conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Piper Subdivision resubdivision with 23 conditions (unanimous)
• Adopted cluster mailbox design guidelines with dark bronze addition (unanimous)
• Approved one location for three pedestal cluster boxes in Piper Hollow Phase 1 (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Piperton Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to adopt minutes from a prior meeting and to consider a variance request for a property at 245 Ballard Cv (Lot 128). The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Variance requested for 245 Ballard Cv (Lot 128) by Wood Stevens
• Adoption of minutes from June 28, 2021 meeting

The Piperton Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance request for 245 Ballard Cove (Lot 128), allowing a 5-foot front yard setback variance and a 15-foot rear yard setback variance, based on hardship from the lot's diminished buildable area. The board also approved the minutes from the June 28, 2021 meeting without changes. The meeting was adjourned at 6:05 p.m.

• Approved the minutes of the June 28, 2021 meeting as presented.
• Approved a variance for 245 Ballard Cove (Lot 128) allowing a 5-foot front yard setback variance and a 15-foot rear yard setback variance, based on hardship from diminished buildable area.
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:05 p.m.

Industrial Development Board

The board met for a special called meeting to discuss the Ford project and its impact on the area. The discussion included how the board needs to prepare by updating its webpage.

• Discussion concerning Ford project

The Piperton Industrial Development Board held a special meeting on December 1, 2021, with a quorum present. Mayor Henry Coats requested the board review and help update the city website to accurately present commercial and development opportunities ahead of the Ford plant near Jackson, TN. The board decided to hold an additional special meeting in two weeks to discuss the website. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Held special meeting with quorum; Vice-Chairman Jack Murphy called to order.
• Discussed Mayor Coats' request to review and improve the city website for development opportunities.
• Decided to hold an additional special meeting in two weeks regarding the website.
• Adjourned by motion from Rich Miller, seconded by Michelle Bing.

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Piperton Board of Mayor and Commissioners will hold its regular session, covering routine approvals of minutes, financial reports, and department reports. The board will also consider a bid for the Mann Drive pavement overlay, a resolution adjusting a letter of credit for Piper Hollow Ph. 1, and a resolution adopting an emergency sewer connection policy for residents with failed septic systems.

• Consideration of bid for Mann Drive Pavement Overlay Development Contract — Madeline Farms Ph. 3
• Resolution No. 21-243 adjusting Letter of Credit for Piper Hollow Ph. 1
• Resolution No. 21-242 adopting emergency sewer connection policy for residents with failed private septic systems
• Introduction of Lindsey Matsek from Waste Connection
• Review/approval of financial, building inspector, public works, fireman's, and police reports

The Piperton Board of Mayor and Commissioners rejected all four bids for the Mann Drive pavement overlay, with staff recommending rebidding in spring or summer for better pricing. The board also approved a new emergency sewer connection policy for residents with failed septic systems, and approved a development contract for Madeline Farms Phase 3.

• Rejected all four bids for Mann Drive pavement overlay, including lowest bid of $166,775 from Gibson Paving
• Approved Resolution No. 21-242 adopting emergency sewer connection policy for failed septic systems
• Approved Development Contract for Madeline Farms Phase 3 (33 lots on 28.2 acres)
• Approved Resolution No. 21-243 reducing Piper Hollow letter of credit from $290,000 to $200,000
• Approved financial, public works, building, fire, and police reports for October
• Adopted agenda and minutes from October 6 and October 19 meetings

Planning Commission

The Piperton Planning Commission is meeting to consider several planning items, including mailbox plans for Piper Hollow, a subdivision application for 245 Ballard Cv, and an amendment to the Master Development Plan for Lakes of Greenbrier. The agenda also includes routine items like adopting the previous meeting's minutes and public comment.

• Piper Hollow Mailbox plans
• Wood Stevens Application — 245 Ballard Cv
• Master Development Plan Amendment - Lakes of Greenbrier

The Piperton Planning Commission voted unanimously to table the Piper Hollow mailbox kiosk plan until the next meeting after concerns were raised about safety and parking at the proposed locations. The commission also approved a variance for a lot at 245 Ballard Cv and tabled the Lakes of Greenbrier Master Development Plan amendment until December. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Tabled Piper Hollow mailbox kiosk plan (unanimous)
• Approved variance for 245 Ballard Cv, recommended to Board of Zoning Appeals (unanimous)
• Tabled Lakes of Greenbrier Master Development Plan amendment until December (unanimous)

Industrial Development Board

The Piperton Industrial Development Board is holding its 2021 annual meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, covering approval of the agenda and prior meeting minutes, along with updates on local activities and projects. No specific decisions, contracts, or financial items are listed.

• Approval of August 3, 2021 annual meeting minutes
• Update on Piperton activities and projects by Henry Coats
• Update on meetings attended and RFI responses by Mark Jenkins
• Scheduling of next annual meeting for February 22, 2022

The Piperton Industrial Development Board accepted Joel Townsend's resignation, approved the agenda and prior minutes, and decided to hold additional special meetings to discuss Blue Oval City's effect on Piperton. The board also recommended that the city contact the Planning Commission and City Manager to establish walking and golf cart trail requirements for future subdivisions, and create plans for connecting trail systems to the future city center at the Pitney house, a proposal previously discussed but not formalized.

• Approved agenda (motion by Bing, second by Murphy)
• Approved minutes of August 3, 2021 (motion by Murphy, second by Hicks)
• Accepted resignation of Joel Townsend
• Decided to hold special meetings on Blue Oval City impact
• Recommended contacting Planning Commission and City Manager for trail requirements in future subdivisions
• Recommended city create plans for connecting trail systems to future city center at Pitney house

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Piperton Board of Mayor and Commissioners will hold public hearings and second readings on ordinances amending the FY 2022 budget, revising sanitary sewer rates, and revising various city fees. They will also consider awarding a bid for FY 2022 street patch and pavement repair, and a development contract for Piper Hollow Phase 2. The agenda includes routine reports and approval of minutes.

• Bid award for FY 2022 Street Patch and Pavement Repair
• Development Contract — Piper Hollow, Ph. 2
• Ordinance 346-21: amending Master Development Plan of Madeline Farms CD-O
• Ordinance 345-21: amending FY 2022 Budget (First Amendment)
• Ordinance 347-21: adopting amended sanitary sewer rates for Marshall Utility Services customers

The Board approved several ordinances on second reading, including the Madeline Farms Master Development Plan amendment with a condition for an east-west connector road, the FY 2022 budget amendment, and consolidated sewer rates and fees. A resolution on an emergency sewer connection policy was tabled for further review.

• Approved Ordinance 346-21 amending Madeline Farms Master Development Plan, adding condition for east-west connector in Phase 5 (all affirmative)
• Approved Ordinance 345-21, FY 2022 budget amendment (all affirmative)
• Approved Ordinance 347-21, amended consolidated sanitary sewer rates (all affirmative)
• Approved Ordinance 348-21, revised city fees (all affirmative)
• Tabled Resolution 21-242 on emergency sewer connection policy (all affirmative)
• Awarded FY 2022 street patch and pavement repair bid to Gibson Paving at $94,095 (all affirmative)
• Approved Piper Hollow Phase 2 development contract for 41 lots on 19.69 acres (all affirmative)
• Approved all monthly reports (all affirmative)

Planning Commission

The Piperton Planning Commission is meeting to discuss the Madeline Farms entrance design and a proposed re-subdivision of the Piper Subdivision at the southeast corner of I-385 and Hwy. 57. The agenda also includes discussion of upcoming planning projects and routine items like approving minutes. No final decisions are listed; these are discussion items.

• Madeline Farms entrance design
• Re-subdivision of Piper Subdivision at SE corner of I-385 and Hwy. 57
• Discussion of upcoming Piperton Planning projects

The Piperton Planning Commission held a regular session with no substantive votes. The applicant for the Lakes of Greenbrier amendment requested a tabling until November, which was noted. Informational discussions covered the Madeline Farms entrance redesign and a proposed resubdivision at the SE corner of I-385 and Hwy 57. The commission approved the agenda and previous minutes unanimously.

• Adopted agenda unanimously
• Approved minutes of September 14, 2021 unanimously
• Tabled Lakes of Greenbrier amendment until November (noted, no formal vote)
• Adjourned at 6:53 p.m. unanimously

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Piperton Board of Mayor and Commissioners is holding a special called work session to discuss updates on the Collierville water contract, the wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) assessment, and the Pinckney property. They will also address personnel matters, priorities for FY 2022 Budget Amendment #1, and plans for an employee appreciation picnic. No formal votes are indicated on this agenda.

• Collierville Water Contract Update
• WWTP Assessment Update
• Pinckney Property Update
• FY 2022 Budget Amendment #1 Priorities
• Employee Appreciation Picnic

The Piperton Board of Mayor and Commissioners met in a special called work session on October 6, 2021. The board received updates on the Collierville water contract, the Adair Waste Water Treatment Plant assessment, the Pinckney property repurposing, personnel matters, FY 2022 budget amendment priorities, and an employee appreciation picnic. No formal decisions or votes were taken during the session; the only motion was to adjourn.

• Adjourned work session (all affirmative)

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Piperton Board of Mayor and Commissioners will hold its regular session, covering routine reports, several resolutions and ordinances, and professional service agreements. Key items include amending a development contract, setting sewer rates and city fees, and approving the FY 2022 budget amendment.

• Resolution No. 21-240: amend development contract with Piperton Hills Phase 1, LLC for Piperton Hills Commercial, Phase 1
• Sewer Development Credit Agreement with Buddy Wittichen
• Professional Service Agreement for Utility Rate Study (RateStudies)
• Professional Service Agreement for Hollow Rd. Water Line Extension (Pickering Firm)
• First Reading of Ordinances: FY 2022 budget amendment, Madeline Farms CD-O plan, sewer rates, and city fees

The Board approved on first reading an ordinance amending the Madeline Farms CD-O master development plan, adding a phase and increasing lot count to 206. It also approved first readings of ordinances amending the FY2022 budget and updating sewer rates and fees. Resolutions were passed to extend the Piperton Hills Commercial development contract, grant a sewer credit to Buddy Wittichen, hire RateStudies for a utility rate study, hire Pickering for a water line design, and accept a Safety Partners grant. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution 21-240 extending Piperton Hills Commercial Phase 1 development contract by one year (unanimous)
• Approved Sewer Development Credit Agreement for Buddy Wittichen (unanimous)
• Approved Professional Service Agreement with RateStudies for utility rate study (unanimous)
• Approved Professional Service Agreement with Pickering Firm for Hollow Rd. water line extension design (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 346-21 amending Madeline Farms CD-O on first reading (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-241 accepting Safety Partners Matching Grant (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 345-21 amending FY2022 budget on first reading (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinances 347-21 and 348-21 on first reading updating sewer rates and fees (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Piperton Planning Commission is holding its regular session to review several development-related items, including a sign application, a subdivision plat, and an information session on a proposed zoning amendment. The meeting will also include approval of the agenda and minutes from the previous session, followed by public comment and adjournment.

• Merry Maids Sign Application
• Piperton Preserve Phase 6 Subdivision Plat
• Proposed amendment to The Lakes of Greenbrier CD-O information session

The Piperton Planning Commission approved the Piperton Preserve Phase 6 subdivision plat, which includes 50 single-family lots, with 24 recommended conditions. The commission also approved a sign application for Merry Maids. A proposed amendment to the Lakes of Greenbrier CD-O was discussed in an information session only, with no formal action taken.

• Approved Piperton Preserve Phase 6 subdivision plat (50 lots) with 24 conditions (all affirmative votes)
• Approved Merry Maids sign application (all affirmative votes)
• Adopted agenda and approved August 10, 2021 minutes (all affirmative votes)
• No action taken on Lakes of Greenbrier CD-O amendment; information session only

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Piperton Board of Mayor and Commissioners approved a $12,000 sewer tap fee refund to Commercial Filter, rezoned the Dunn Schoolhouse property to R-1, and passed three zoning ordinance amendments. They also approved purchases and professional service agreements, including a $30,738 truck and a $50,000 WWTP engineering assessment.

• Approved $12,000 sewer tap fee refund to Commercial Filter (all affirmative)
• Approved Ordinance 343-21 amending residential district density (all affirmative)
• Approved Ordinance 344-21 rezoning 3.04 acres of Dunn Schoolhouse property to R-1 (all affirmative)
• Approved Ordinance 339-21 amending sign regulations (all affirmative)
• Approved $30,738 purchase of Public Works Inspector's truck (all affirmative)
• Approved Pinckney accessory structure (all affirmative)
• Approved Spirit Architecture proposal for Pinckney property planning (all affirmative)
• Approved $50,000 J.R. Wauford WWTP engineering assessment (all affirmative)

Planning Commission

The Piperton Planning Commission will hold its regular session on August 10, 2021, starting with routine items (quorum, prayer, agenda and minutes approval). The main business includes a sign application, a 2-lot subdivision request, amendments and final plans for the Madeline Farms development, a land disturbance permit, and a residence application.

• Sign application by Shane Strickland for a complex sign at a multi-tenant commercial building
• Subdivision of 3.04 acres (Parcel 183 008.00) into a 2-lot subdivision — Dunn Schoolhouse Subdivision
• Amendment to the Madeline Farms CD-O Master Development Plan
• Final plan for Phase 3, Madeline Farms CD-O
• Land disturbance permit for Piper Hollow MUPD; Pinckney Accessory Residence application

The Piperton Planning Commission approved several items, including a sign application, a subdivision, an amended master development plan for Madeline Farms, its Phase 3 final plan, a land disturbance permit for Piper Hollow, and an accessory residence. All votes were unanimous. The commission also discussed but did not decide on a walking trail donation.

• Approved Shane Strickland's complex sign application (unanimous)
• Approved Dunn Schoolhouse Subdivision 2-lot subdivision with 28 conditions (unanimous)
• Approved amended Madeline Farms CD-O Master Development Plan with 5 conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Madeline Farms Phase 3 final plan with 35 conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Piper Hollow MUPD land disturbance permit with 4 conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Pinckney accessory residence site plan (unanimous)

Industrial Development Board

The Piperton Industrial Development Board is holding its regular meeting to approve the agenda and minutes, receive updates on city activities and meetings, and discuss rescheduling property tours for Crown Equipment and Power & Telephone Co. The meeting also includes setting the next meeting date and addressing old or new business.

• Discussion and motion to approve agenda
• Discussion and motion to approve February 23, 2021 minutes
• Update on Piperton activities by Henry Coats
• Update on meetings attended and RFI responses by Mark Jenkins
• Reschedule property tours for Crown Equipment and Power & Telephone Co.

The Piperton Industrial Development Board met on August 3, 2021, and approved the agenda and prior minutes. Members agreed to support asking the Planning Commission to require designated trail plans on all new developments for pedestrian and golf cart access to the Piperton trail system. The board also reviewed an RFI process that produced no viable business investment. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda (motion by Wes Hicks, second by Jack Murphy)
• Approved prior meeting minutes (motion by Wes Hicks, second by Michelle Bing)
• Agreed to support Planning Commission request for trail plans on new developments
• Reviewed RFI process, found no viable business investment

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board approved Ordinance No. 340-21 on second reading, allowing accessory residential units in residential zones with conditions, and approved first readings of ordinances updating sign regulations and increasing R-1 density. The Board also approved a resolution setting the deferred compensation rate at 3.5% and accepted a contract for wastewater treatment plant work.

• Approved Ordinance No. 340-21 on second reading, allowing accessory residential units (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 21-238, setting deferred compensation at 3.5% (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 339-21, updating sign regulations (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 343-21, increasing R-1 density to .67 units/acre (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 344-21, rezoning Dunn Schoolhouse Property to R-1 (unanimous)
• Approved RFQ from JR Wauford for wastewater treatment plant work (unanimous)
• Approved all financial and department reports (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Piperton Planning Commission is meeting to consider several items, including a sign application, proposed amendments to residential zoning rules, and a rezoning request for the Dunn Schoolhouse property. They will also review a subdivision application for the same property. The meeting includes routine procedural items like approving the agenda and minutes.

• Sign application by Shane Strickland for a complex sign at a multi-tenant commercial building
• Proposed amendments to Article 5 of the Piperton Zoning Ordinance (residential districts)
• Rezoning request for 3.04 acres (Parcel 183 008.00) from R-C Rural Conservation to R-1 Low Density Residential
• Subdivision application for 3.04 acres into a 2-lot subdivision (Dunn Schoolhouse Subdivision)

The Piperton Planning Commission tabled a sign application for the 3725 Hwy 196 complex until the August meeting due to lighting questions. The Commission approved proposed changes to Article 5 of the Zoning Ordinance, including a density change for R-1 districts, and recommended it to the Board of Mayor and Commissioners. It also approved a rezoning request for the 3.04-acre Dunn Schoolhouse property from R-C to R-1, recommending it to the Board. The subdivision application for the property was postponed to the next meeting.

• Tabled the Shane Strickland Complex Sign application for 3725 Hwy 196 until the August meeting.
• Approved proposed amendments to Article 5 of the Zoning Ordinance, including a density change for R-1 districts, and recommended them to the Board of Mayor and Commissioners.
• Approved the rezoning of the 3.04-acre Dunn Schoolhouse property (Parcel 183 008.00) from R-C to R-1, recommending it to the Board of Mayor and Commissioners.
• Postponed the Dunn Schoolhouse Subdivision application (2-lot subdivision) until the August meeting.
• Adopted the meeting agenda with a change to postpone item 8.
• Approved the minutes of the June 8, 2021 Special Called Branding Committee and Regular Session as presented.

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board approved the FY2021-22 operating budget and tax rate (Ordinance 342-21) on second reading, with no property tax increase and a certified tax rate of .3176. They also approved the third amendment to the FY2020-21 budget (Ordinance 341-21) and the financial reports. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved FY2021-22 budget and tax rate (Ordinance 342-21) on second reading, no property tax increase
• Approved FY2020-21 budget amendment (Ordinance 341-21) on second reading
• Approved financial reports for FY2020-21
• Adopted meeting agenda unanimously
• Held public hearings for both ordinances before approval
• Adjourned at 7:18 p.m.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Piperton Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to handle routine business, including approving prior minutes and considering a special exception request for a property at 540 Hwy 57 associated with Allegiance Canine. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Special exception request for 540 Hwy 57 — Allegiance Canine
• Approval of minutes from December 1, 2020 meeting

The Piperton Board of Zoning Appeals approved a special exception for Allegiance Canine, a dog training business, to operate at 540 Hwy 57. The approval is subject to 19 conditions from the Planning Commission, plus an added condition that the exception expires in 5 years and must be revisited. The board also approved the minutes from the December 1, 2020 meeting.

• Approved the minutes of the December 1, 2020 meeting as written.
• Approved the special exception for Allegiance Canine at 540 Hwy 57, subject to 19 conditions from the Planning Commission.
• Added condition 20: the special exception will expire in 5 years, requiring the BZA to revisit it.
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:04 p.m.

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board approved the first reading of the FY2022 operating budget and tax rate, keeping the property tax rate at 0.3176 with no increase. It also approved first readings of ordinances amending the zoning code for accessory residential units and amending the current year budget, plus resolutions adopting a new city seal and supporting the U.S. Postal Service private home delivery. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 342-21, FY2022 budget with no tax increase (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 341-21, third budget amendment for FY2020-21 (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 340-21, zoning amendment for accessory residential units (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-236, adopting new city seal (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-237, supporting U.S. Postal Service private home delivery (unanimous)
• Approved May 2021 financial, public works, building, fire, and police reports (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting agenda and May 18, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Piperton Board of Mayor and Commissioners held a special called work session on June 14, 2021, at 5:00 p.m. City Manager Steve Steinbach and department heads updated the board on proposed capital budget items, with discussion ensuing. No formal decisions were made during the session. The board adjourned at 7:14 p.m.

• Held a special called work session to discuss proposed capital budget items
• Adjourned the work session at 7:14 p.m. with all affirmative votes

Planning Commission

The Piperton Planning Commission will hold a regular session to review the final site plan for Glenn Farms Phase 2. The body is also scheduled to discuss an amendment to the city's sign ordinance and a proposal for a new city seal. Additionally, the commission will vote on adopting the minutes from the May 11, 2021 meeting.

• Review of Glenn Farms Phase 2 Final Site Plan
• Discussion of Sign Ordinance Amendment
• Proposal for New City Seal

The Piperton Planning Commission approved the Glenn Farms Phase 2 final site plan subject to 32 conditions, including revisions to the landscape plan, a photometric plan for street lighting, and an ingress/egress easement. The commission also approved an amendment to the sign ordinance allowing an additional 32 square feet for complex directory signs in non-residential districts, and recommended a new city seal design. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Glenn Farms Phase 2 Final Site Plan subject to 32 conditions (unanimous)
• Approved sign ordinance amendment adding 8.12.2 paragraph for complex directory signs (unanimous)
• Approved Seal number 3 with Century School font or equivalent for recommendation to Board (unanimous)

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Piperton Board of Mayor and Commissioners approved several items, including a stormwater design standards ordinance, a development contract for Piperton Hills Phase 1, and contracts with Marshall County Utilities and TDOT for utility services and relocation. The board also approved water adjustments for two residents and authorized street light installation on Mann Drive. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Ordinance No. 338-21 adopting Stormwater Design Standards (unanimous)
• Approved Piperton Hills CD-O Phase 1 Development Contract (unanimous)
• Approved Marshall County Utilities Service Contract (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to enter TDOT Utility Relocation Contract after City Attorney review (unanimous)
• Approved water adjustment of $33.73 for Marion Clark (unanimous)
• Approved water adjustment of $411.06 for William Bailey (unanimous)
• Authorized Public Works to proceed with street light installation on Mann Drive (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Piperton Planning Commission is meeting to consider a special exception application for Allegiance Canine in B-2 zoning and to discuss in-law suites/accessory residential units. The agenda also includes routine items like approving the previous meeting's minutes. Public attendance is limited due to COVID-19, with written comments accepted.

• Allegiance Canine Application – Special Exception in B-2 Zoning
• Discussion of In-Law Suites/Accessory Residential
• Approval of April 13, 2021 meeting minutes

The Piperton Planning Commission approved the Allegiance Canine training facility site plan at 540 Hwy 57, recommending a special exception to the BZA subject to 19 conditions. The commission also discussed revisions to in-law suite regulations and reviewed City Seal examples, but took no action on those items.

• Approved Allegiance Canine site plan with 19 conditions, recommending special exception to BZA (3-0, Henszey abstained)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 13, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:18 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Piperton Board of Mayor and Commissioners will hold public hearings and second readings on ordinances to repeal and replace the city's water policy and fee schedule, and will consider first reading of stormwater design standards. They will also discuss creating a code compliance advisory committee and a sewer connection policy, along with routine reports and a water adjustment request.

• Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 336-21 (water policy)
• Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 337-21 (city fees)
• First reading of Ordinance 338-21 (stormwater design standards)
• Consideration of creating a Code Compliance Advisory Committee
• Marion Clark water adjustment request

The Piperton Board of Mayor and Commissioners approved two ordinances on second reading: Ordinance No. 336-21, which repeals the old water policy and establishes an amended one, and Ordinance No. 337-21, which revises various city fees, including a new non-refundable water connection fee of $100 for residential and $150 for commercial. The board also adopted a stormwater design standards ordinance on first reading and created an advisory Code Compliance Committee. Two agenda items were tabled: the Piperton Hills CD-O Phase 1 Development Contract and the Sewer Connection Policy.

• Approved Ordinance No. 336-21, amended water policy (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 337-21, revised fee structure (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 338-21, stormwater design standards, first reading (unanimous)
• Created Code Compliance Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Tabled Piperton Hills CD-O Phase 1 Development Contract
• Tabled Sewer Connection Policy
• Approved financial and department reports (unanimous)
• Postponed Marion Clark water adjustment request

Planning Commission

The Piperton Planning Commission will hold its regular session to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a parking expansion for Pyramex Safety Products, storm water design standards, and proposed changes to the city's sign ordinance. The meeting will also include adoption of minutes from previous sessions and public comments. Due to COVID-19, attendance is limited and written statements are accepted.

• Pyramex Safety Products Parking Expansion
• Storm Water Design Standards
• Proposed changes to the Piperton Sign Ordinance
• Adoption of minutes from March 9, 2021 and Monument Committee minutes from March 29, 2021

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Piperton Board of Mayor and Commissioners is holding a special called work session to discuss several topics, including greenbelt/trails, future use of decommissioned plants and drip fields, a sewer connection policy, and updates on the water and sewer plant. They will also consider capital purchases for FY 2022, new development interest on the west side of I-269, and personnel matters. No formal votes are expected at this work session.

• Greenbelt/trails discussion
• Future use of decommissioned plants and drip fields
• Sewer connection policy
• Capital purchases for FY 2022
• New development interest west of I-269

The Piperton Board of Mayor and Commissioners held a special called work session on March 30, 2021, to discuss several topics including greenbelt/trails, decommissioned plants, sewer connection policy, water and sewer plant updates, capital purchases for FY 2022, new development interest, and personnel matters. No formal decisions or votes were taken during the session; it was purely informational and for discussion. The only action was a motion to adjourn, which passed unanimously.

• Adjourned work session (unanimous)

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Piperton Board of Mayor and Commissioners will hold a regular session to review reports, consider a development contract for Piperton Hills Commercial Phase 3, and hold first readings of ordinances to update the city's water policy and revise various fees. Public attendance is limited due to COVID-19, with options for written comments.

• Piperton Hills Commercial Phase 3 (Direct Way) development contract
• First reading of Ordinance No. 336-21 repealing and replacing water policy
• First reading of Ordinance No. 337-21 repealing and revising city fees
• Review of financial, building, public works, fire, and police reports

The Piperton Board of Mayor and Commissioners approved the Piperton Hills Commercial Phase 3 development contract for a new road connecting to Hwy 196. The board also passed first readings of two ordinances to change the city's water policy, including replacing water deposits with a one-time non-refundable fee. All reports were approved, and a $342.16 overage for a new Public Works tractor was approved.

• Approved the agenda and the minutes from the February 23, 2021 meeting.
• Approved all financial and department reports.
• Approved the $342.16 overage for the purchase of a new Public Works tractor.
• Approved the Piperton Hills Commercial Phase 3 (Direct Way) development contract.
• Approved Ordinance No. 336-21 on first reading, which repeals and replaces the city's water policy.
• Approved Ordinance No. 337-21 on first reading, which revises and adopts various city fees.
• Discussed sewer issues in the Piperton Farms subdivision and directed staff to work with TDEC on a survey.
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:36 p.m.

Planning Commission

The Piperton Planning Commission is meeting to review two subdivision-related applications: the final site plan for Piperton Hills Phase 1 and a design review application for Piperton Preserve Phase 5. The agenda also includes routine items like approving the previous meeting's minutes. Due to COVID-19, public attendance is limited and written comments are encouraged.

• Piperton Hills Phase 1 CD-O, Ph 1 Final Site Plan
• Piperton Preserve Phase 5 – Design Review Committee Application
• Approval of minutes from February 9, 2021 regular session

The Commission approved the final site plan for Piperton Hills Phase 1, a 32.68-acre development with 31 lots, subject to 33 conditions. The approval includes an exception to the standard roadway radius requirement for Keough Drive, which will be noted in the plan. The Commission also approved the landscape plan for Piperton Preserve Phase 5.

• Approved the final site plan for Piperton Hills Phase 1, subject to 33 conditions.
• Approved an exception to the standard roadway radius requirement for Keough Drive, as noted in condition 2.
• Approved the landscape plan for Piperton Preserve Phase 5.
• Adopted the agenda as presented.
• Approved the minutes of the February 09, 2021 regular session.

Industrial Development Board

The Industrial Development Board is conducting its annual meeting to elect officers for 2021. The board will also review minutes from previous meetings and receive updates on city projects and activities.

• Election/Confirmation of Officers for 2021
• Update on city acquisition of Historic house and 35 acres on Hwy 196 @ Old Stateline Road
• Update on amenities including hiking trails and construction roads
• Rescheduling property tours for Crown Equipment and Power & Telephone Co.

The Piperton Industrial Development Board met and unanimously agreed to continue the town's policy against multi-family dwellings. The board also elected Mark Jenkins as Chairman, Jack Murphy as Vice Chairman, and Bret Morris as Secretary for 2021. Updates included the cancellation of a proposed retail center, record-high sales tax collections, and plans for a resident email notification system.

• Unanimously continued policy against multi-family dwellings
• Elected Mark Jenkins Chairman, Jack Murphy Vice Chairman, Bret Morris Secretary for 2021
• Approved agenda and prior meeting minutes
• Directed Joel Townsend to coordinate with Fayette County IDB

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Piperton Board of Mayor and Commissioners will hold its regular session, reviewing reports, contracts, and ordinances. Key items include a rezoning for the Piperton Business Park, the FY 2020 audit presentation, and a street repair bid. Public attendance is limited due to COVID-19, with written comments accepted.

• First reading of Ordinance 336-21 to rezone 9.23 acres (Map 164 Parcels 113.07, 113.08, 113.03, 113.06) from B-2 to PD-O with B-2, B-3, & O base zoning for Piperton Business Park
• Consideration of bid for FY 2021 Street Patch and Pavement Repair
• Presentation of FY 2020 Audit by Ms. Linda Coffman
• FY 2021 Audit Engagement Proposal from Linda's Accounting Firm
• Resolution 21-235, Comcast Franchise Agreement

The Board approved the Shaw's Creek Phase 2 development contract for 18 single-family residential lots on approximately 17.98 acres. They also awarded the FY 2021 street patch and pavement repair contract to Madden Phillips for $109,707, with authorization to increase the amount by up to 25% ($27,426) as needed. The Board adopted Resolution No. 21-235, a 10-year non-exclusive Comcast franchise agreement with 5% gross receipts compensation, and approved the FY 2021 audit engagement proposal with Linda's Accounting Firm. A discussion item on a proposed Greenbrier Walking Trail was held with no formal action taken.

• Approved Shaw's Creek Ph 2 Development Contract (all affirmative)
• Awarded FY 2021 Street Patch and Pavement contract to Madden Phillips for $109,707, with up to 25% increase authorized (all affirmative)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-235 Comcast Franchise Agreement (all affirmative)
• Approved FY 2021 Audit Engagement Proposal with Linda's Accounting Firm (all affirmative)
• Approved financial, public works, building, fire, and police reports (all affirmative)
• Approved minutes of January 19, 2021 regular session (all affirmative)
• Adopted agenda with removal of item 7 (all affirmative)
• Withdrawn: First Reading of Ordinance No. 336-21 rezoning Piperton Business Park PD-O

Planning Commission

The Piperton Planning Commission will hold its regular session to review two development applications: a land disturbance application for the Yancey Commercial PD-O and a final site plan for Mueller, Inc. on Lot 8 of the Piperton Business Center. The meeting also includes routine items such as adopting the agenda and minutes. Due to COVID-19, public attendance is limited and written comments are encouraged.

• Yancey Land Disturbance Application — Yancey Commercial PD-O
• Mueller, Inc. Application, Lot 8, Piperton Business Center — Final Site Plan
• Public comments accepted via email or mail due to COVID-19 restrictions

The Piperton Planning Commission approved a limited land disturbance permit for the Yancey Commercial PD-O, restricting work to site clearing and grubbing only. The Commission also approved Mueller, Inc.'s final site plan for a 27,700-square-foot facility on Lot 8 of Piperton Business Center, subject to 31 conditions, and granted Design Review Commission approval with five conditions. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved limited land disturbance permit for Yancey Commercial PD-O, limited to site clearing and grubbing (unanimous)
• Approved Mueller, Inc. final site plan for Lot 8, Piperton Business Center, subject to 31 conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Design Review Commission for Mueller, Inc. with 5 conditions (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of January 12 and January 28, 2021 meetings (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Piperton Planning Commission denied the PD-O rezoning application for the Piper Subdivision at the southeast corner of S.R. 385/Hwy 57. The motion to approve the plan as presented failed with all negative votes. The denial was based on concerns that the requested industrial uses (M-1/M-2) were incompatible with the city's land use plan and the desired retail character of the gateway location.

• Denied PD-O rezoning for Piperton Business Park (all negative votes)
• Tabled discussion on non-conforming use extension (10-year vacancy allowance) as part of denied application

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Piperton Board of Mayor and Commissioners will hold public hearings and second readings on ordinances amending the master development plans for Shaw's Creek CD-O and Piper Hollow MUPD, and amending the FY 2020-2021 budget. They will also elect a vice-mayor and consider a resolution adjusting a letter of credit for Dollar General. The meeting is subject to COVID-19 attendance limits.

• Resolution No. 20-234 adjusting Letter of Credit for Dollar General improvements (Susan Cox Development, LLC)
• Ordinance No. 334-20 amending Shaw's Creek CD-O Master Development Plan (Ord. No. 87-06; Ord. No. 319-20) - public hearing and second reading
• Ordinance No. 335-20 amending Piper Hollow MUPD Master Development Plan (Ord. No. 309-19) - public hearing and second reading
• Ordinance No. 333-20 amending FY 2020-2021 Budget (Second Amendment) - public hearing and second reading
• Election of Vice-Mayor

The Board approved the second reading of Ordinance No. 333-20, amending the FY 2020-2021 budget across four funds, including new equipment purchases and personnel adjustments. It also approved amendments to the Shaw's Creek and Piper Hollow master development plans, and reduced a letter of credit for the Dollar General site from $157,000 to $25,000. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Ordinance No. 333-20, second reading, amending FY 2020-2021 budget (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 334-20, amending Shaw's Creek Master Development Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 335-20, amending Piper Hollow MUPD Master Development Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 20-234, reducing Dollar General letter of credit from $157,000 to $25,000 (unanimous)
• Approved all department reports for December (unanimous)
• Re-elected Mike Binkley as Vice-Mayor (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda and minutes from previous meetings (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Piperton Planning Commission will review a fence application for DBLB, LLC at 4745 Hwy 196 N. The body will also hold a work session regarding the Piperton Business Park. Standard procedural items include adopting the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. Due to the pandemic, public attendance is limited to 12 individuals with mask and temperature check requirements.

• Fence application for DBLB, LLC at 4745 Hwy 196 N.
• Work session on the Piperton Business Park

The Piperton Planning Commission approved a fence application for DBLB, LLC at 4745 Hwy 196 N, subject to three conditions. The commission also held a work session on the proposed Piperton Business Park PD-O overlay district and scheduled a special called meeting for January 28, 2021, to consider the rezoning. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved DBLB, LLC fence application at 4745 Hwy 196 N (all affirmative votes)
• Scheduled special called meeting for January 28, 2021, for Piperton Business Park PD-O discussion