Piperton public meetings in 2023

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Piperton Board of Mayor and Commissioners is meeting to consider several resolutions and ordinances, including approval of the amended Fayette County Urban Growth Plan, contracts for delinquent traffic collection and credit card processing, and a zoning amendment on privacy fencing. They will also hold a public hearing and second reading on an ordinance to raise the bid threshold from $10,000 to $25,000. The agenda includes routine reports and minutes approval.

• Resolution 23-282: Approve amended Fayette County Urban Growth Plan
• Resolution 23-283: Contract with Universal Collection Systems for delinquent traffic accounts
• Resolution 23-284: Service agreement with Payment Group, LLC for credit card processing
• Resolution 23-285: Release letter of credit for Dollar General improvements (Susan Cox Development, LLC)
• Ordinance 386-23: Increase bid threshold from $10,000 to $25,000 (public hearing and second reading)

Planning Commission

The Piperton Planning Commission is meeting in regular session to handle routine business, including approving minutes and electing officers. The main substantive item is consideration of a revised lighting plan for Piperton Express at 20 Hwy 72, submitted by applicant Rafiq Devji of Piperton Express LLC.

• Revised lighting plan for Piperton Express, 20 Hwy 72
• Election of Planning Commission officers
• Approval of November 14, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Piperton Board of Mayor and Commissioners will hold a regular session on November 21, 2023, addressing routine reports and several resolutions. Key items include a public hearing and second reading of an ordinance to rezone 14.05 acres (Piper House Property) from R-C and R-1 to Office zoning, as well as first reading of an ordinance to raise the bid threshold from $10,000 to $25,000. The board will also consider resolutions on a subdivision letter of credit, a state business license law, and the amended Fayette County Urban Growth Plan.

• Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 384-23 to rezone 14.05 acres (Piper House Property) to Office zoning
• First reading of Ordinance 386-23 to increase public advertisement and bid threshold from $10,000 to $25,000
• Resolution 23-280 to reduce letter of credit for Piper Subdivision Lots 1A, 7, 8, 9
• Resolution 23-281 adopting Public Chapter 377 on business license revenue thresholds
• Resolution 23-282 to approve amended Fayette County Urban Growth Plan

Planning Commission

The Piperton Planning Commission will hold a regular session to adopt the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, and to consider the Piperton Preserve Phase 6 DRC application submitted by Mike Russell. The meeting also includes time for public comment and other business.

• Consideration of Piperton Preserve Phase 6 DRC application (applicant: Mike Russell)
• Approval of minutes from October 10, 2023 regular session

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners will consider several zoning ordinances and a first amendment to the FY 2023-2024 budget. The meeting also includes reviewing bids for police software and a waterline extension.

• First reading of Ordinance 384-23 to rezone 14.05 acres at the Piper House Property to Office zoning
• Second reading of Ordinance 380-23 regarding rezoning 6.32 acres for Tuscan Iron Entries PD-O
• Second reading of Ordinance 381-23 to repeal Ordinance 373-23 and revise various city fees
• Second reading of Ordinance 382-23 to amend the FY 2023-2024 Budget
• Bids for police department records management software and an 8-inch waterline extension from Lake Edge to Critton Drive

Planning Commission

The Piperton Planning Commission will hold its regular session, including approval of the previous meeting's minutes and a discussion on project statuses and growth plans. The main item is a public hearing and consideration of preliminary site approval for the Tuscan Iron Entries site plan at the northwest corner of Hwy 72 and Milton Drive.

• Preliminary site approval for Tuscan Iron Entries site plan at northwest corner of Hwy 72 and Milton Drive (portion of Parcel 184 062.00)
• Approval of minutes from September 12, 2023 regular session
• Discussion on status of projects and City's growth plans

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Piperton Board of Mayor and Commissioners will hold a regular session with multiple public hearings and votes. Key items include rezoning 6.32 acres for the Tuscan Iron Entries PD-O, adjusting water and sewer rates, establishing road cut permit fees, and repealing/replacing the city's fee schedule. The board will also consider bids for a bulldozer and the FY24 pavement project, and ratify a two-year PILOT for Ameriflo.

• Rezoning 6.32 acres from R-C to B-2, O, M-3/PD-O (Tuscan Iron Entries PD-O)
• Public hearings and second readings on water usage rate adjustments (Ordinance 378-23)
• Public hearings and second readings on sewer rate adjustments (Ordinance 379-23)
• Public hearing and second reading on road cut and boring permit fees (Ordinance 377-23)
• First reading of Ordinance 381-23 repealing and replacing city fee schedule

Industrial Development Board

The Piperton Industrial Development Board is holding a special called meeting to consider and possibly approve Resolution No. 23-278 regarding the Ameriflo Project. The board will also nominate a secretary and handle routine agenda and minutes approvals.

• Consideration/Approval of IDB Resolution No. 23-278 regarding the Ameriflo Project
• Nomination for IDB Secretary
• Approval of minutes from August 22, 2023

Planning Commission

The Piperton Planning Commission will hold its regular session to consider several items, including a rezoning request for the Piper House and Park property, a church wall sign, an accessory structure, and proposed fencing ordinance changes. The commission will also adopt the agenda and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Rezone Piper House and Park from RC-Rural Conservation to O-Office, recommend to Board of Mayor and Commissioners
• Piperton Pentecostal Church wall sign at 710 Hwy. 57
• Accessory structure on Lot 28, 140 Lake Edge Dr., Lakes of Greenbrier
• Textual changes to Zoning Ordinance to clarify fencing requirements

Industrial Development Board

The Piperton Industrial Development Board is holding a regular meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from March 22, 2023, receive an update on city activities and projects from Henry Coats, and set the next meeting date. No major decisions or public hearings are listed; the agenda is largely procedural.

• Approval of meeting minutes from March 22, 2023
• Update on Piperton activities and projects by Henry Coats
• Discussion of next meeting date (Nov. 26 or Dec. 5)

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the March 22, 2023 meeting. Mayor Coats provided an update on city projects. No new or unfinished business was addressed.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved March 22, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Piperton Board of Mayor and Commissioners will hold its regular session, reviewing reports and considering several ordinances. The board will take a first reading on ordinances establishing road cut and boring permit fees, and adjusting water and sewer rates. It will also consider acquiring police and public works vehicles and reappointing members to the Board of Zoning Appeals.

• Consideration of acquisition of Police and Public Works Vehicles
• First reading, Ordinance No. 377-23, establishing a fee for road cut and boring permits
• First reading, Ordinance No. 378-23, adjusting Water Usage Rates
• First reading, Ordinance No. 379-23, adjusting Decentralized and Centralized Sewer Rates
• BZA reappointment approval for Vice-Mayor Mike Binkley (3 years) and Mr. Harry Hartwig (1 year)

The Board approved funding for two police F150 trucks and the purchase and repair of Public Works vehicles. A first reading was approved for a new road cut and boring permit fee ordinance. The Board also accepted a $78,410.50 fire fighters grant.

• Approved $8,229.45 over budget for two police F150 trucks (all affirmative)
• Approved purchase of one F150 and engine repair for a 2011 F150 for Public Works (all affirmative)
• Approved Ordinance No. 377-23 on first reading to establish road cut and boring permit fees (all affirmative)
• Accepted $78,410.50 Fire Fighters Grant requiring a $3,733.84 city match (all affirmative)
• Approved July 18, 2023 Beer Board and Regular Session minutes (all affirmative)

Planning Commission

The Piperton Planning Commission will hold its regular session, including approval of minutes, a fence application, an accessory structure application, and a rezoning request. The most consequential item is a proposal to rezone a portion of Lot 184 from R-C Rural Conservation to PD-O Planned Development Overlay on the west side of Milton Dr.

• Fence application at 80 Covered Bridge (applicant: Donny Stage)
• Accessory structure application on Lot 28, 140 Lake Edge Dr., Lakes of Greenbrier (applicant: Dave Moore)
• Rezone 6.32 acres on west side of Milton Dr. from R-C to PD-O (applicant: Tuscan Entries)

The Planning Commission approved a request to keep an existing 8-foot rear yard privacy fence at 80 Covered Bridge, provided any future fencing is 6 feet. An application for a 2,400 square foot accessory structure at 140 Lake Edge Dr. was deferred. The commission also discussed a rezoning request for Tuscan Entries.

• Approved existing 8-foot rear yard privacy fence at 80 Covered Bridge (3-1)
• Deferred accessory structure application for 140 Lake Edge Dr. pending further material details
• Approved July 11, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0, 1 abstention)

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Piperton Board of Mayor and Commissioners is holding a regular session to review reports, consider reducing letters of credit for Madeline Farms improvements, hold a public hearing and second reading on a zoning ordinance amendment, and discuss land acquisition for a future fire/police complex. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes and reports.

• Resolution No. 23-275: reduce letter of credit for Madeline Farms Phase 1 (LaGrange Pointe Development Company)
• Resolution No. 23-276: reduce letter of credit for Madeline Farms Phase 2 (Madeline Farms Development Company, Inc.)
• Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance No. 376-23 amending zoning ordinance (definitions, general provisions, signs, MUPD, land use chart)
• Consideration of land acquisition for future fire/police complex at Poplar Acres and Hwy 57

The Board approved amendments to the Zoning Ordinance to update code enforcement language and land use charts. They also authorized the purchase of a fire department brush truck and reduced security letters of credit for two Madeline Farms phases.

• Approved purchase of brush utility truck and outfitting for $159,070.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-275 to reduce Madeline Farms Phase 1 letter of credit to $20,000.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-276 to reduce Madeline Farms Phase 2 letter of credit to $20,000.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 376-23 on second reading to amend Zoning Ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 13 and June 27 meetings (unanimous)

Beer Board

The Piperton Beer Board is meeting to consider a beer permit application from Piperton Operations LLC for the Piperton Fast Lane Convenience Store at 20 Hwy 72. The agenda includes only this application, public comments, and adjournment.

• Beer permit application for Piperton Operations LLC (Piperton Fast Lane Convenience Store, 20 Hwy 72, Map 203 Parcel 001.00)

The Beer Board approved a beer permit application for Piperton Operations LLC. The business operates as the Piperton Fast Lane Convenience Store located at 20 Hwy 72.

• Approved beer permit for Piperton Operations LLC operating as Piperton Fast Lane Convenience Store (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Piperton Planning Commission will hold a regular session to consider a final site plan for Ameriflo, discuss the previously amended Lighting Ordinance, and handle routine business such as approving the agenda and minutes. The meeting is open to the public for questions and comments.

• Final Site Plan approval for Ameriflo (Applicant: Michael J. Florio, President & CEO; Design: ETI Corporation)
• Discussion of the previously amended Lighting Ordinance
• Approval of minutes from June 13, 2023 regular session

The Planning Commission approved the final site plan for a 110,508 square foot Ameriflo operations facility. Approval was granted with 23 conditions, including specific requirements for landscaping and the use of trademarked company colors for signage.

• Approved final site plan for Ameriflo operations facility (unanimous)
• Approved use of trademarked colors for two wall signs and one ground mounted sign
• Required addition of one handicap parking space and landscape islands every 10 spaces
• Required addition of evergreen trees to soften the building's rear view from the interstate
• Approved June 13, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Piperton Board of Mayor and Commissioners will hold public hearings and second readings on ordinances adopting the FY 2023-24 budget and tax rate, amending building operation hours, revising city fees, and amending the current year's budget. They will also consider a zoning ordinance amendment, an audit agreement, and resolutions on a letter of credit release, deferred compensation policy, and cybersecurity plan.

• Ordinance No. 375-23: adopt annual budget and tax rate for FY 2023-24
• Ordinance No. 373-23: repeal Ordinance 363-22 and revise city fees
• Ordinance No. 376-23: amend zoning ordinance (definitions, signs, MUPD, land use chart)
• Resolution No. 23-272: release $10,000 letter of credit for Piperton Preserve Phase 3
• Resolution No. 23-274: adopt Cybersecurity Plan

The Board approved a contract for swell re-establishment in Shaws Creek and a revised audit agreement to comply with new state rules. They also passed ordinances updating building operation hours and the city's fee structure. Additionally, the Board approved a FEMA grant for fire department air packs.

• Approved $48,000 bid from Anthony Turf for Shaws Creek swell re-establishment (All affirmative)
• Approved FEMA grant for 34 air packs for Piperton and Rossville fire departments (All affirmative)
• Approved $2,000 increase to Linda’s Accounting Firm audit agreement for state crosswalk compliance (All affirmative)
• Approved Resolution 23-272 to release $10,000 letter of credit for Piperton Preserve Phase 3 (All affirmative)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 376-23 to amend zoning definitions and land use charts (All affirmative)
• Approved Ordinance 372-23 to add Saturday building operation hours (All affirmative)
• Approved Ordinance 373-23 to revise and adopt various city fees (All affirmative)

Planning Commission

The Piperton Planning Commission will consider several site plans, including a convenience store/gas station, a self-storage facility, and an Ameriflo plan, plus a rezoning-related ordinance amendment. They will also review a fence application and reconsider a previously discussed site plan. The meeting includes standard procedural items like approving minutes.

• Final Site Plan for convenience store/gas station at 530 Hwy. 57 (Piperton Group Investors)
• Final Site Plan for Yancey Commercial Self-Storage (Yancey Brothers Construction)
• Preliminary Site Plan for Ameriflo (Michael J. Florio)
• Reconsideration of Glenn Farms Phase 2 Lot 2 Final Site Plan
• Zoning ordinance amendments to Articles 2, 3, 8, 17, and Table 4

The Planning Commission approved a final site plan for a convenience store and gas station at 530 Hwy 57 and a residential fence application. The commission also discussed a site plan for Yancey Commercial Self-Storage, though full DRC approval remains pending further documentation.

• Approved residential front yard fence at 1590 Hwy 196 S (All affirmative)
• Approved final site plan for convenience store/gas station at 530 Hwy 57 with 31 conditions (All affirmative)

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Piperton Board of Mayor and Commissioners is holding a special called session to conduct first readings of two ordinances: one amending the current fiscal year budget (third amendment) and another adopting the annual budget and tax rate for the upcoming fiscal year. The meeting also includes a public comment period. The regular June 20 session has been cancelled and rescheduled to June 27.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 374-23, amending FY 2022-2023 budget (third amendment)
• First reading of Ordinance No. 375-23, adopting FY 2023-2024 budget and tax rate
• Public comment period for audience questions or matters
• Regular June 20 session cancelled; rescheduled to June 27 at 6 p.m. at City Hall

The Board approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 374-23 to reconcile revenues and expenditures for the ending fiscal year. The amendment includes adjustments for increased interest income, lower building permit fees, and various fund reclassifications. A first reading was also held for the FY 2023-24 budget and tax rate.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 374-23 to amend FY 2022-23 budget (Unanimous)

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Piperton Board of Mayor and Commissioners will review routine reports and minutes, consider health insurance plan bids, and discuss a fire agreement with Fayette County. They will also vote on resolutions for a city-wide mobile app and releasing letters of credit, plus hold first readings of ordinances on building hours and city fees. The FY 2024 budget will be presented for discussion.

• Consideration of Health Insurance Plan Bids
• Fire Agreement with Fayette County, payment for County Services
• Resolution No. 23-270: agreement with OCV, LLC for City-Wide Mobile App
• Resolution No. 23-271: release $15,000 letter of credit for Commercial Filter (Stage Investments, LLC)
• First Reading, Ordinance No. 373-23: repealing Ordinance 363-22 and revising city fees

The Board approved a resolution to implement a city-wide mobile app for resident reporting and utility payments. They also passed the first reading of an ordinance allowing construction work on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Additionally, the Board voted to continue health insurance coverage with Humana for the coming year.

• Approved Resolution No. 23-270 for a City-Wide Mobile App (All affirmative)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 372-23 to allow Saturday construction 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (All affirmative)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 369-23 to revise city fees (All affirmative)
• Approved continuing health insurance with Humana for the next year (All affirmative)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-271 to release $15,000 letter of credit for Commercial Filter (All affirmative)
• Approved all monthly financial, building, public works, fire, and police reports (All affirmative)
• Postponed Fire Agreement with Fayette County and Letter of Credit #82202502

Beer Board

The Piperton Beer Board is meeting to consider a beer permit application from Helen 28 LLC (Mohamed Hamoud) for Piperton Fast Lane Convenience Store at 20 Hwy 72. The meeting was originally scheduled for April 7, 2023, but was cancelled per the applicant. The board will also handle routine procedural items like establishing a quorum and adjournment.

• Beer permit application for Helen 28 LLC (Mohamed Hamoud), operating as Piperton Fast Lane Convenience Store, 20 Hwy 72 (Map 203 Parcel 001.00)
• Meeting originally scheduled for 4/07/2023 was cancelled per applicant

The Piperton Beer Board approved a beer permit application for Helen 28 LLC, operating as Piperton Fast Lane Convenience Store. The application included required fees and background checks.

• Approved beer permit for Helen 28 LLC (Piperton Fast Lane Convenience Store) (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Piperton Planning Commission is holding a regular session. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as adopting the agenda and approving minutes from the previous meeting, followed by a worksession on planning projects. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Approval of minutes from April 11, 2023 regular session
• Planning Commission Projects Worksession

The Planning Commission conducted a work session to review the site plan for Yancey Commercial Self Storage. Discussions focused on building setbacks, landscaping requirements, fencing materials, and the use of gravel for outdoor storage. No final approval was granted during this session.

• Approved agenda (all affirmative)
• Approved April 11, 2023 minutes (all affirmative)

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Piperton Board of Mayor and Commissioners will hold public hearings and vote on several items, including amendments to the urban growth map, garbage and recycling fee increases, zoning ordinance changes for site plan review, and a budget amendment. They will also consider development contracts for Madeline Farms and Piper Subdivision, a bid for Piper House renovations, and a donation to the Fire Department.

• Resolution No. 23-269 amending the Piperton Urban Growth Map
• Ordinance No. 369-23 increasing residential and small commercial garbage, yard waste, and recycling fees
• Ordinance No. 371-23 adding a Design Guidelines Manual to zoning site plan review requirements
• Ordinance No. 370-23 amending FY 2022-2023 budget (Second Amendment)
• Development contract re-assignment for Madeline Farms Ph 3 (Creekside Homes LLC) and new development contract for Piper Subdivision Lots 1A, 7, 8, 9 (Piperton Group Investors, Inc.)

The Board approved a renovation contract for the Piper House and authorized two residential development agreements. Additionally, the Board passed a resolution to amend the city's Urban Growth Map to protect future growth boundaries.

• Awarded Piper House renovation bid to Warren Construction & Renovations for $1,673,463.61 (All affirmative)
• Approved Madeline Farms Ph 3 Development Contract re-assignment to Creekside Homes LLC (All affirmative)
• Approved Piper Subdivision development contract for lots 1A, 7, 8, and 9 (All affirmative)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-269 amending the Piperton Urban Growth Map (All affirmative)
• Approved March 21, 2023 meeting minutes (All affirmative)
• Approved monthly financial, building, public works, fire, and police reports (All affirmative)

Planning Commission

The Piperton Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the Piperton Urban Growth Map and consider recommending Resolution No. 23-269 to the Board of Mayor and Commissioners. They will also review a preliminary site plan application for Yancey Commercial Self Storage by Yancey Brothers Construction, LLC, and receive an update on Madeline Farms CD-O Phase 3. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and adopting the agenda.

• Public hearing on proposed amendments to the Piperton Urban Growth Map
• Recommendation of Resolution No. 23-269 on urban growth map amendments
• Preliminary Site Plan application for Yancey Commercial Self Storage (Yancey Brothers Construction, LLC)
• Update on Madeline Farms CD-O Phase 3

The Planning Commission recommended amendments to the Piperton Urban Growth Map to the Board of Mayor and Commissioners. The commission also approved a preliminary site plan for a self-storage facility on Hwy 57. No action was taken on the Madeline Farms CD-O Phase 3 update.

• Recommended Resolution No. 23-269 (Urban Growth Map amendments) to the Board of Mayor and Commissioners (All affirmative)
• Approved preliminary site plan for Yancey Commercial Self-Storage (All affirmative)
• Approved March 14, 2023 meeting minutes (All affirmative)

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Piperton Board of Mayor and Commissioners is holding a special called work session to discuss updates on the Fire/Police Center and Piper House renovations, as well as a roads discussion. No votes or decisions are listed on this agenda; it is primarily a discussion and update session.

• Fire/Police Center update
• Roads discussion
• Piper House renovations update

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners held a special called work session to receive project updates and discuss funding. No formal votes were taken on the agenda items; the session focused on discussion and updates.

• Discussed increasing property taxes for road repairs and capital projects
• Received update on proposed joint Fire/Police Center
• Received update on Piper House Renovations

Industrial Development Board

The Piperton Industrial Development Board is holding its 2023 annual meeting. The agenda includes routine items such as approving the agenda and minutes, electing officers for 2023, and discussing a website upgrade. It also includes updates on Piperton activities and projects. The meeting is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Election/confirmation of officers for 2023
• Update and discussion of website upgrade by Reed Bullock
• Update on Piperton activities and projects by Henry Coats
• Discussion on meeting frequency (quarterly, possibly May)

The board retained Mark Jenkins as Chairman and Jack Murphy as Vice-Chairman. Nominations for Secretary were deferred. The board also approved the agenda and the minutes from the December 7, 2022 meeting.

• Retained Mark Jenkins as Chairman
• Retained Jack Murphy as Vice-Chairman
• Deferred Secretary nominations
• Approved December 7, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved meeting agenda

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Piperton Board of Mayor and Commissioners will hold public hearings and take votes on two zoning ordinance amendments: one changing sign rules for convenience stores and fueling stations, and another changing requirements for accessory residential structures. The board will also consider first readings of ordinances to increase garbage and yard waste collection fees and to amend the FY 2022-2023 budget, plus a resolution on gift acceptance and a charitable donation.

• Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 367-23, amending sign rules for convenience stores/fueling stations
• Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 368-23, amending accessory residential requirements
• First reading of Ordinance 369-23, increasing residential and small commercial garbage and yard waste collection fees
• First reading of Ordinance 370-23, amending FY 2022-2023 budget (second amendment)
• Resolution 23-267, establishing a uniform policy on acceptance of gifts and donations

The Board approved zoning amendments regarding convenience store signage and accessory residential requirements. They also gave first readings to a garbage fee increase, a budget amendment, and a new design guideline manual.

• Approved Ordinance No. 367-23 updating signage rules for convenience stores/fueling stations
• Approved Ordinance No. 368-23 amending accessory residential requirements (in-law suites)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 369-23 to increase garbage and recycling fees
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 370-23 to amend the 2022-2023 budget
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 371-23 to include a Design Guideline Manual in site plan reviews
• Approved Resolution No. 23-267 establishing a policy for accepting gifts and donations
• Approved Resolution No. 23-268 for a charitable appropriation to the Fayette County Carl Perkins Center
• Approved appointment of Mike Smith to the Industrial Development Board

Planning Commission

The Piperton Planning Commission will consider several land-use items, including proposed amendments to the Urban Growth Mapping, a final Design Guidelines Manual, and an amendment to Article 9 of the Zoning Ordinance. They will also discuss short-term rental units. The meeting includes routine items like approving the previous minutes and adopting the agenda.

• Proposed amendments to the Piperton Urban Growth Mapping
• Consideration of the Design Guidelines Manual (Final)
• Consideration of Amendment to Article 9 of the Piperton Zoning Ordinance
• Discussion: Short Term Rental Units

The Planning Commission approved an amendment to Article 9.1 of the zoning ordinance to incorporate a Design Guidelines Manual and updated the Design Review Checklist. The commission also discussed proposed changes to the urban growth boundary and potential regulations for short-term rentals.

• Approved adding 'proposed buffering and fencing' to the Design Review Checklist (all affirmative)
• Approved amendment to Article 9.1 of the zoning ordinance and recommended it to the Board of Mayor and Commissioners (all affirmative)
• Approved February 14, 2023 meeting minutes (all affirmative)

Industrial Development Board

The Piperton Industrial Development Board's 2023 annual meeting was cancelled because not enough members attended to form a quorum. The agenda included routine items such as approving minutes, electing officers, and updates on the website and local activities.

• Introduction of new IDB member Mike Smith
• Discussion and update on website upgrade by Reed Bullock
• Update on Piperton activities and projects by Henry Coats
• Election/confirmation of officers for 2023
• Discussion on meeting frequency (quarterly, possibly May)

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Piperton Board of Mayor and Commissioners will hold a regular session covering routine reports, department oversight assignments, and several resolutions and ordinances. Key actions include retaining Peregrine Corporation for utility billing, hiring engineering firms for ARP-funded projects, and a public hearing on a court fine collection ordinance. The board will also consider first readings of zoning amendments for signs and accessory residential uses, and award a sewer extension bid.

• Resolution No. 23-264: Retain Peregrine Corporation for utility/sanitation bill preparation and mailing services
• Resolution No. 23-265: Retain professional engineering firms for American Rescue Plan (ARP) funded projects
• Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance No. 366-23: Repeal Ordinance No. 194-11 and establish procedure for collecting unpaid City Court fines
• First reading of Ordinance No. 367-23: Amend zoning to allow more signage for convenience stores/fueling stations
• Bid award for 12-inch sanitary sewer extension and 18-inch jack & bore

The Board approved a contract for sanitary sewer extension and authorized several zoning amendments. They also updated the city court's unpaid fine collection procedure and assigned department oversight roles to commissioners.

• Approved $177,811 bid from Memphis Road Boring Company for sanitary sewer extension (All affirmative)
• Approved Ordinance No. 366-23 to reduce bad debt collection wait time from 180 to 60 days (All affirmative)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 367-23 amending signage for convenience stores/fueling stations (All affirmative)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 368-23 requiring an affidavit for accessory residential structures (All affirmative)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-264 to retain Peregrine Corporation for billing services at $13,319/year (All affirmative)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-265 to retain three engineering firms for ARP-funded projects (All affirmative)
• Approved 30-day development extension for Lakes of Greenbrier Phase 3 (All affirmative)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-266 to join the Houston-Galveston Area Council purchasing cooperative (All affirmative)

Planning Commission

The Piperton Planning Commission will consider amendments to the Zoning Ordinance regarding signage for convenience stores and fueling stations, as well as requirements for residential accessory structures. The body will also review the Design Guidelines Manual. All zoning amendments require a recommendation to the Board of Mayor and Council for final adoption.

• Amendment to Article 8 of the Piperton Zoning Ordinance regarding allowable signage for Convenience Stores/Fueling Stations
• Amendment to Article 3 of the Piperton Zoning Ordinance regarding Residential Use of an Accessory Structure
• Review of the Design Guidelines Manual for recommendation to the Board of Mayor and Council

The Planning Commission approved and recommended three sets of amendments to the Board of Mayor and Commissioners. These include updated signage rules for convenience stores, new affidavit requirements for accessory residential structures, and the adoption of a Design Guidelines Manual.

• Recommended amendment to Article 8 (Provisions Governing Signs) for convenience stores/fueling stations (All affirmative)
• Recommended amendment to Article 3 (General Provisions) regarding Accessory Residential use and affidavits (All affirmative)
• Approved and recommended the Design Guidelines Manual to the Board of Mayor and Commissioners (All affirmative)
• Approved January 10, 2023 meeting minutes (All affirmative)

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Piperton Board of Mayor and Commissioners is holding its regular session to review routine reports, hear a special mayoral presentation, and receive the FY 2022 audit. The board will also consider a professional services agreement for the FY 2023 and FY 2024 audits, and hold the first reading of an ordinance to repeal and replace the procedure for collecting unpaid city court fines.

• Presentation of FY 2022 Audit by Linda Coffman
• Consideration of Professional Services Agreement for FY 2023 and FY 2024 Audit (Linda's Accounting Firm)
• First Reading of Ordinance No. 366-23 repealing Ordinance No. 194-11 regarding unpaid city court fines
• Review of financial, building inspector, public works, fire, police, and development reports

The Board approved a professional services agreement for FY 2023 and FY 2024 audits. It also passed the first reading of an ordinance to reduce the waiting period for collecting unpaid city court fines from 180 days to 60 days.

• Approved FY 2023 and FY 2024 Audit agreement with Linda’s Accounting Firm (All affirmative)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 366-23 to reduce unpaid court fine collection wait time from 180 to 60 days (All affirmative)
• Approved Financial, Building Inspector, Public Works, Fireman, and Police reports (All affirmative)
• Approved Minutes of the December 20, 2022 Regular Session (All affirmative)
• Dedicated the new Public Works building to resident Charlie McElwee

Board of Mayor & Commissioners

The Piperton Board of Mayor and Commissioners is holding a work session to review city departments, discuss current and future water and sewer infrastructure improvements, and consider community capital improvements such as Piper House, Piper Park, and a fire/police facility. They will also explore economic development opportunities and discuss commissioner roles. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only agenda.

• Overview of city departments: Administration, Building and Codes, Public Works/Utilities, Fire/EMA, Police/Municipal Court
• Discussion of water and sewer infrastructure improvements (current and future)
• Community capital improvements: Piper House, Piper Park, Fire/Police Facility
• Economic development opportunities (new development)
• Commissioner roles discussion

Planning Commission

This is a largely procedural meeting of the Piperton Planning Commission. The agenda includes adopting the previous meeting's minutes, a general discussion/planning activities item, and time for public comment, with no specific action items or proposals listed.

• Adoption of minutes from December 13, 2022 regular session
• Discussion/planning activities (no specific items listed)
• Public comment period for old/new business

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from December 13, 2022. City Planner Brett Morgan reviewed completed 2022 projects and outlined 2023 goals, including updates to zoning ordinances, signage, and short-term rental regulations.

• Approved the meeting agenda (all affirmative)
• Approved the December 13, 2022 meeting minutes (all affirmative)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Piperton Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to consider a variance request for a property at 145 Southwind Cove (Lot 7) by Trish McGhee-Farris. The agenda also includes adopting minutes from a previous meeting and standard procedural items.

• Variance request for 145 Southwind Cove (Lot 7) by Trish McGhee-Farris
• Adoption of minutes from February 8, 2022 meeting

The Board of Zoning Appeals granted setback variances for a property at 145 Southwind Cove after a concrete slab was poured in the wrong location. The board determined the variance would not be detrimental to public welfare or neighboring properties.

• Approved 12.1’ front yard setback variance for garage (unanimous)
• Approved 2.5’ rear yard setback variance for storage building (unanimous)
• Approved Minutes of February 8, 2022 meeting (unanimous)