Sanford public meetings in 2023

Sanford Tourism Development Authority

The Sanford Tourism Development Authority's December 2023 regular monthly meeting has been cancelled. The next regularly-scheduled meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 23, 2024 at 9 AM in the West End Conference Room at the City Municipal Building. This notice is purely procedural; no business items are listed.

• December 2023 regular monthly meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: January 23, 2024, 9 AM, West End Conference Room, City Municipal Building
• Contact: Wendy Bryan, TDA Executive Director, 919-718-4659 ext. 1401

City Council

The Sanford City Council is meeting to consider several budget amendments and capital projects, including a $1.36 million sidewalk project on Fields Drive funded with federal and local dollars. The council will also hear the FY2023 audit presentation, consider a water shortage response plan, and discuss a housing rehabilitation grant. Most items are routine approvals, but the sidewalk project is the most significant expenditure.

• Fields Drive Sidewalk Project: $1,356,000 total, with $1,084,800 federal and $271,200 local match
• Condemnation action for Triangle Innovation Point water and sewer improvements
• Kiwanis Park project amendment using state construction funds
• CDBG sewer line rehabilitation project amendment and tentative award
• 2023 Water Shortage Response Plan resolution

Sanford Parks Advisory Committee

The Sanford Parks Advisory Committee is meeting for routine business, including approving minutes and receiving an administrator's report. The report covers completed playground repairs, updates on public input and park signs, and notes that a consultant will present master plan recommendations at the January meeting.

• Approval of minutes from November 20, 2023 meeting
• Kiwanis Playground repairs completed
• Walter McNeil Public Input update
• Kiwanis Sound Stage update
• January meeting: McAdams to present Master Plan recommendations

City Council

The Sanford City Council will hold a workshop to discuss several projects and initiatives, including utility branding, an agricultural marketplace update, a stage at Kiwanis Family Park, a sidewalk project on Fields Drive with the NC Department of Transportation, a sewer rehabilitation project in East Sanford, and affordable housing grants for utilities. The meeting will also include a closed session.

• Utility branding presentation
• Agricultural marketplace update
• Kiwanis Family Park stage
• Fields Drive sidewalk project with NCDOT
• East Sanford CDBG-I sewer rehabilitation contract award resolution

Historic Preservation Commission

The Sanford Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a certificate of appropriateness application (COA 23-67) from Scruggs Real Estate Holdings LLC for properties at 221 and 223 Carthage Street. The applicant proposes painting the front façade cream, with black window frames, marble pillars, and awnings, and tan Hardie board. The commission will decide whether to approve the proposed exterior color changes.

• COA 23-67: Paint front façade of 221 and 223 Carthage Street
• Proposed colors: cream brick façade, black window frames and marble pillars, tan Hardie board
• Black cloth awnings on front façade
• Public hearing at Buggy Conference Room, 115 Chatham Street, 6:00 p.m.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Sanford Historic Preservation Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider a certificate of appropriateness application for painting the facades of 221 and 223 Carthage Street, and to discuss window coverage rules and historical signage in the downtown historic district. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• COA 23-67: Scruggs Real Estate Holdings LLC requests to paint 221 and 223 Carthage Street facades (cream brick, black window frames/marble pillars, tan Hardie board, black cloth awnings)
• Review of window coverage allowed in downtown historic district
• Discussion of installing small historical signs on downtown buildings

City Council

The Sanford City Council will hold an organizational session with oaths of office for newly elected members, then consider a budget amendment for FY 2023-2024, a grant project ordinance for the NC Housing Finance Agency Urgent Repair Project, and related policies and agreements. They will also decide on preliminary plat approval extensions for two subdivisions and a new plat for South Carter Industrial Park, plus public hearings on three UDO text amendments regarding signage and subdivision plat approval processes.

• Consider ordinance amending FY 2023-2024 annual operating budget (2023 URP)
• Consider grant project ordinance for NC Housing Finance Agency 2023 Urgent Repair Project (URP2346)
• Consider preliminary plat approval extension for Arbor Glen Subdivision, Phase 2
• Consider preliminary plat approval extension for Olde Jonesboro Subdivision, Phase 6
• Public hearings on UDO text amendments: internally illuminated signage, preliminary plat validity period (2 to 5 years), and approval process

City Council

This is a special-called meeting of the Sanford City Council. The agenda includes a motion to enter closed session and then return to regular session to consider decisions on items discussed in closed session. No other business is listed.

• Motion to go into closed session
• Consider decisions on closed session items

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

The Sanford/Lee County/Broadway Technical Review Committee meets in person to review six development proposals. These include a new 8,400sf warehouse for Metal Impressions, a 16,500sf expansion of Caterpillar's building, a 39-acre residential subdivision, a new Lee County Library, the Sanford Agricultural Market redevelopment, and a townhome community. The committee will provide technical feedback on plans for zoning, utilities, and site design.

• Metal Impressions: new 8,400sf warehouse/office at 3313 Hawkins Avenue, 3.21 acres, HC zoning
• Caterpillar: 16,500sf building expansion at 5000 Womack Road, 88.33 acres, LI zoning, sewer/water line relocation
• 1509 Carthage Street Subdivision: 39.29-acre residential subdivision, R-12 zoning, requires annexation and rezoning
• Lee County Library: new library at 1418 Bragg Street, 10.96 acres, O&I zoning, landlocked with easement access
• Sanford Agricultural Market: redevelopment at 157 Charlotte Avenue, 1.67 acres, LI and R-6 zoning, requires rezoning

Sanford Tourism Development Authority

The Sanford Tourism Development Authority is holding its regular meeting to review financial reports, including the audited financials for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023, and to hear the Executive Director's report. The agenda includes public comment and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Approval of October 24, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes
• Summary of Financial Reports
• Presentation of Audited Financials for Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2023
• Executive Director Report

Sanford Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider several subdivision preliminary plats and multiple Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) text amendments. These items include requests for residential lot extensions, new subdivision phases, and changes to sign regulations and plat validity periods.

• Arbor Amos Glen, LLC: extension of preliminary plat for 41 residential lots in Arbor Glen phase two
• Olde Jonesboro Subdivision: preliminary plat for final 23 residential lots
• South Carter Industrial Park: 8-lot non-residential subdivision proposal
• UDO Amendment: extending preliminary major subdivision plat validity from two to five years
• UDO Amendment: allowing internal illumination and changeable copy for non-residential signs in residential districts

City Council

The Sanford City Council is meeting to consider several budget amendments, capital project approvals, and interlocal agreements. Key items include accepting a $3.845 million state loan for sewer work, approving a $53.3 million force main project, and entering an agreement with Siler City for wastewater treatment operations. The council will also hold public hearings on subdivision plat approval changes and a CDBG scope change.

• Accept $3,845,000 Clean Water State Revolving Fund loan for sewer remediation
• Approve $53,300,000 Pittsboro Force Main Project (69,000 linear feet of 18-inch sewer)
• Approve interlocal agreement with Siler City for wastewater treatment facility operation
• Public hearing on extending preliminary major subdivision plat validity from 2 to 5 years
• Public hearing on changing preliminary major subdivision plat approval to staff level only

Sanford Parks Advisory Committee

The Sanford Parks Advisory Committee is meeting to approve the October 2023 minutes and hear a presentation by Roy Mashburn. The agenda is otherwise routine, covering an administrator's report, old business, and scheduling the next meeting.

• Approval of October 2023 meeting minutes
• Presentation by Roy Mashburn
• Next meeting set for December 18th at West End Conference Room

City Council

The Sanford City Council is holding a workshop to discuss several items, including a state revolving fund for the Little Buffalo Creek sewer rehabilitation project, a loan to the Sanford Affordable Housing Development Corporation, and an update on a salary study. They will also consider utility branding, the sesquicentennial, a sidewalk match for Fields Drive, and a quarterly report. The meeting includes a closed session.

• State Revolving Fund for Little Buffalo Creek Sewer Rehabilitation Project
• Loan from City to Sanford Affordable Housing Development Corporation
• Salary Study Update
• Fields Drive Sidewalk Match
• Utility Branding Presentation

City Council

The Sanford City Council is holding a special-called meeting to consider several items, including a consent agenda with agreements for transportation planning, construction management, and a sewer force main project. They will also discuss a rezoning request for a townhome development and a speed limit change. The meeting includes both action items and potential discussions.

• Memorandum of Understanding for Central Pines RPO transportation planning
• Construction Manager at Risk agreement with The Haskell Company
• Professional Services Agreement with Freese and Nichols, Inc.
• Rezoning of 3.31 acres on Hawkins Avenue for 29-unit townhome subdivision
• Ordinance establishing speed limit on South Horner Boulevard (NC-87)

City Council

This is a special-called workshop agenda for the Sanford City Council. The council will consider fire department staffing and a salary study, followed by a closed session. No decisions are listed; items are for discussion only.

• Consider Fire Department Staffing
• Consider Salary Study
• Closed Session

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

The Sanford/Lee County/Broadway Technical Review Committee (TRC) will meet in person to review five development proposals. These include a residential subdivision, a Dollar General store, a car wash replacement, a self-storage facility, and a redevelopment of a former truck stop into an entertainment venue. The committee will provide comments to applicants within 30 days, with comments due by November 9, 2023.

• McMillian Lane Subdivision: 76.86-acre single-family residential subdivision on RA-zoned land, public water, private septic, Lee County jurisdiction
• Dollar General at S. Horner Blvd.: 1.32-acre retail store with parking and landscaping, LI zoning, City of Sanford jurisdiction
• Mako Express at Jefferson Davis Hwy: demolition of existing car wash for new automated car wash, 1.02 acres, C-2 zoning
• Sanford Self-Storage at Spring Lane: 1.02-acre Class-A self-storage facility, HC zoning, landlocked with easement access
• Entertainment Venue at N. Horner Blvd.: 4.79-acre redevelopment of truck stop into hotel, restaurant, brewery, indoor athletic facilities, pickleball courts; requires rezoning

Sanford Tourism Development Authority

The Sanford Tourism Development Authority is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes, review financial reports, and receive a quarterly presentation from Avenir Bold. The board will also hear announcements from the executive director. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of September 26, 2023 meeting minutes
• Summary of financial reports
• Avenir Bold quarterly presentation by Jan Johnson
• Executive director announcements

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for October 23, 2023, has been canceled because no major cases were submitted for review. The November and December meetings have been combined into one meeting on Thursday, December 7, 2023, at 6:00 pm in the Buggy Conference Room at 115 Chatham Street.

• October 23 meeting canceled due to no major cases
• November and December meetings combined into one
• Next meeting: December 7, 2023, 6:00 pm
• Location: Buggy Conference Room, 115 Chatham Street

City Council

The Sanford City Council is meeting to consider a resolution supporting the S-Line Rail Corridor and providing local matching funds for a federal grant, as well as holding public hearings on a rezoning request for a 29-unit townhome subdivision and a text amendment to sign regulations. The council will also consider releasing late listing penalties for two companies and approving expenditures and a developer's agreement. Much of the agenda consists of approving prior meeting minutes, including many closed session minutes.

• Resolution to support S-Line Rail Corridor and provide local funding to match federal grant for mobility hub design
• Public hearing on rezoning 3.31 acres (Lee County Tax Parcel 9644-63-9231-00) from R-20 to Hawkins Avenue Townhomes Conditional Zoning District for 29 townhomes
• Public hearing on text amendment to allow internally illuminated and changeable copy signs for non-residential uses in residential zoning districts
• Consider releasing late listing penalties for LTR Products, LLC and Ascentia-Pine Village MHC, LLC
• Public hearing on Downtown Sanford Inc. expenditures and Ashby Village Holdings, LLC developer's agreement

Sanford Planning Board

The Sanford Planning Board will hold public hearings on two items: a rezoning request for a 29-unit townhome subdivision on Hawkins Avenue and a text amendment to allow internally illuminated and changeable-copy signs for non-residential uses in residential districts. The board will make recommendations to the City Council, which will consider them on October 31, 2023.

• Rezoning of 3.31 acres (Lee County Tax Parcel 9644-63-9231-00) from R-20 to Hawkins Avenue Townhomes Conditional Zoning District for a 29-unit townhome development
• UDO text amendment to permit internal illumination and changeable copy signs for non-residential uses in RA, RR, R-20, R-14, R-12, R-10, R-6, MF-12, PUD, and TND districts
• Approval of agenda and minutes from September 19, 2023
• Disclosure of conflicts of interest

Sanford Parks Advisory Committee

The Sanford Parks Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes and receive the administrator's report on park maintenance and projects. Updates include Kiwanis Playground repairs, Depot Fountain surfacing work, and a public input session for Walter McNeil. The meeting is largely informational with no major decisions listed.

• Kiwanis Playground repairs starting this week
• Depot Fountain surfacing repairs scheduled for last week of October
• Walter McNeil public input scheduled for November 18th
• Kiwanis Sound Stage update
• Approval of September 18, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The Sanford City Council is holding a workshop to discuss several items, including a microtransit grant, updates on extreme weather shelter operations, a Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) update, and a stage at Kiwanis Family Park. A closed session is also scheduled. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• Microtransit grant discussion
• Extreme weather shelter operations update
• UDO update
• Kiwanis Family Park stage

City Council

The Sanford City Council is holding a special-called meeting to consider several significant items, including a major subdivision preliminary plat for a 391-lot residential development, multiple zoning map amendments for an RV park, townhomes, and a mobile home, as well as budget amendments and street closure resolutions. The council will also vote on a transit-oriented development planning agreement with the Department of Transportation and a proclamation for Arbor Day.

• Preliminary plat for Brookshire Subdivision, a 391-lot residential subdivision on Valley Road, Forestwood Park Road, and US Hwy 421/N. Horner Blvd
• Rezoning of 10.31 acres to Residential Agricultural Conditional Zoning District for a campground/RV park at 201-219 McNeill Road
• Rezoning of 13.18 acres to Townes at Westlake Conditional Zoning District for an 80-unit townhome subdivision
• Rezoning of 1.04 acres at 551 Cox Maddox Road from R-20 to RA to allow a mobile home
• Ordinance amending annual operating budget for Community Development, Police, and Solid Waste

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

The Sanford/Lee County/Broadway Technical Review Committee is meeting in person to review six development proposals, including commercial buildings, a concrete plant, and residential subdivisions. Staff and applicants will discuss the projects, and review comments are due by October 13, 2023.

• TRC-09-41-23: Pfizer MSAT Building, 11,300sf structure at 4300 Oak Park Drive, light industrial zoning
• TRC-09-42-23: Triangle Ready Mix concrete plant on 21.78 acres at Industrial Drive, may require annexation
• TRC-09-43-23: New 2,000sf Waffle House restaurant at Tramway Road near US 1 Hwy
• TRC-09-44-23: Tucker Townes Subdivision, 67 townhomes at Fire Tower Road and W. Garden Street
• TRC-09-45-23: Adams Village Subdivision, up to 300 dwellings on 85 acres at Wilson Road

Sanford Tourism Development Authority

The Sanford Tourism Development Authority is meeting to consider a grant request from the Brush and Palette Club for Artstober 2023, approve meeting minutes, review financial reports, and consider an ordinance amending its FY 2023-2024 operating budget. The meeting also includes public comment and an executive director report.

• Grant request presentation: Brush and Palette Club – Artstober 2023
• Consider ordinance amending FY 2023-2024 operating budget
• Approval of August 22, 2023 regular meeting minutes
• Summary of financial reports
• Executive Director Report

City Council

The Sanford City Council is holding a special work session to consider applying for an NCDOT grant for a rail/micro-transit station, receive an update on public art and murals, and then enter closed session. No final decisions are expected; the items are for discussion and consideration.

• Consider NCDOT grant opportunity for rail/micro-transit station
• Update on public art and murals
• Closed session

Historic Preservation Commission

The Sanford Historic Preservation Commission is holding a regular meeting to review two Certificate of Appropriateness applications for changes to buildings on Steele Street. The commission will also approve minutes and hear public comments.

• COA 23-55: Allen’s Properties LLC, 132-134 S. Steele Street, replace double doors with single door and side light
• COA 23-54: WLC Group/James Laudate, 145/147 N. Steele Street, install loading dock door and double doors with deck

Sanford Planning Board

The Sanford Planning Board will hold public hearings and make recommendations on a major subdivision preliminary plat and four rezoning applications. The board's recommendations will be forwarded to the City Council for consideration on October 3, 2023. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and conflict of interest disclosures.

• Brookshire Subdivision: 391-lot residential subdivision preliminary plat (Case 2023-0901)
• Rezoning of 1.04 acres at 551 Cox Maddox Road from R-20 to RA for mobile home (Case 2023-0903)
• Rezoning of 13.18 acres to Townes at Westlake Conditional Zoning District for 80-unit townhomes (Case 2023-0902)
• Rezoning of 10.31 acres to RA-C for campground/RV park at 201-219 McNeill Road (Case 2023-0802)

City Council

The Sanford City Council will hold public hearings on three rezoning requests, including a campground/RV park and the Townes at Westlake development, and decide on them. The consent agenda includes resolutions for state grants for stream restoration and water plant expansion, a Duke Energy easement for Fire Station No. 5, budget amendments for street resurfacing and police cars, and approval of the 2023 Water System Capital Improvement Plan. New business includes street closures for downtown events and a contract award for street resurfacing.

• Rezoning for 10.31-acre campground/RV park (Case 2023-0802)
• Rezoning 13.18 acres to Townes at Westlake Conditional Zoning and R-20 (Case 2023-0902)
• Rezoning 1.04 acres at 551 Cox Maddox Road from R-20 to RA (Case 2023-0903)
• Resolution supporting state grant/loan for Little Buffalo Creek Stream Restoration
• Resolution supporting state grant/loan for Sanford Water Treatment Plant Expansion ($151.8M)

Sanford Parks Advisory Committee

The Sanford Parks Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes from the August 21 meeting and receive a presentation from McAdams. The administrator will give a report, and old business will be discussed. The next meeting is scheduled for October 16.

• Approval of August 21, 2023 meeting minutes
• McAdams presentation (new business)
• Administrator's report
• Next meeting: October 16, 4pm, West End Conference Room

City Council

The Sanford City Council is meeting in a workshop to consider several items, including a developer's agreement with D.R. Horton, funding resolutions for stream restoration and water treatment plant expansion, an engineering services agreement, demolition of a building, and a discussion on police car financing. A closed session is also scheduled.

• Developer's Agreement with D. R. Horton
• Resolution for Funding Little Buffalo Creek Stream Restoration
• Resolution for Funding Water Treatment Plant Expansion
• Engineering Services Agreement for Pittsboro Force Main and Lift Station
• Demolition of King Roofing Building

City Council

The Sanford City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda, a public hearing on a rezoning request by Circle K Stores, Inc., and several budget ordinance amendments. The meeting includes routine approvals of prior minutes and a proclamation for Hispanic Heritage Month.

• Public hearing on rezoning two tracts to Highway Commercial (HC) for Circle K Stores, Inc.
• Ordinance amending FY 2023-2024 budget for Woodland Avenue Sidewalk Project
• Capital Project Ordinance for Woodland Avenue Sidewalk Project
• Ordinance amending FY 2023-2024 budget for loan to SAHDC
• Ordinance amending FY 2023-2024 budget for Distribution and Collection

City Council approved a zoning map amendment for Circle K Stores, Inc. and a preliminary plat for the Southpoint Commercial Subdivision. The council also authorized several budget amendments, including a loan for sprinkler repairs at The Wilrik Hotel Apartments.

• Approved $5,500 loan to Sanford Affordable Housing Development Corporation for sprinkler repairs (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of two tracts for Circle K Stores, Inc. to Highway Commercial (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Southpoint Commercial Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendments for Woodland Avenue Sidewalk Project and reappropriations (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment for backhoe repairs via insurance proceeds (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment for fire truck repairs via insurance proceeds (unanimous)
• Approved proclamation for National Hispanic Heritage Month
• Administered oath of office to Battalion Chief Ronnie Page

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

The Technical Review Committee will meet in person to review six development proposals, including a major redevelopment of Riverbirch Shopping Center, a freight yard expansion, and several new commercial and residential projects. Comments are due by September 14, 2023.

• Riverbirch Shopping Center redevelopment: demolition and replacement of most structures for mixed-use with retail, offices, multi-family, and open spaces (42.74 acres, Spring Lane)
• Noble Oil freight yard expansion: graveled freight yard on vacant lot (4.16 acres, Clyde Rhyne Drive)
• 2721 Tramway Road laydown yard: expansion of outdoor storage with buffer and fencing (4.87 acres)
• Shoppes at Lemon Springs: new commercial flex space (5.05 acres, Lemon Springs Road)
• Midland Avenue Townhomes: 5 rental townhomes (0.46 acres)

City Council

The City Council conducted a one-day retreat featuring presentations on industrial site product development and residential growth trends. No public votes were taken on policy or funding; the session focused on staff updates and informational tours.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for economic development and real property acquisition (unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter closed session for a personnel matter (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The August 28, 2023 meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission was canceled because no major cases were submitted for review. The next meeting is scheduled for September 25, 2023, at 6:00 pm in the Buggy Conference Room at 115 Chatham Street. Certificate of Appropriateness applications are due by September 1, 2023.

• August 28, 2023 meeting canceled
• No major cases submitted for review
• Next meeting: September 25, 2023, 6:00 pm
• Location: Buggy Conference Room, 115 Chatham Street
• Certificate of Appropriateness applications due September 1, 2023

Sanford Board of Adjustment

The Sanford Board of Adjustment is holding a special called meeting with no old, new, or other business listed. The agenda includes only routine items: approval of the agenda, approval of the July 11, 2023 minutes, and disclosure of conflicts of interest. The meeting is procedural with no decisions or discussions scheduled.

• No new business on agenda
• No old business on agenda
• Approval of minutes from July 11, 2023
• Disclosure of conflict of interest

Sanford Tourism Development Authority

The Sanford Tourism Development Authority is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda to approve the July 25, 2023 minutes. The main business includes a summary of financial reports and an executive director's report. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of July 25, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes
• Summary of Financial Reports
• Executive Director Report

The Authority approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda. Members accepted the financial reports for the period ending July 31, 2023. No new business actions were taken.

• Approved the agenda (unanimous)
• Approved the consent agenda (unanimous)
• Accepted financial reports showing an adjusted cash balance of $202,721.61 as of July 31, 2023 (unanimous)

Sanford Parks Advisory Committee

The Sanford Parks Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes, discuss upcoming events, and receive an update on the Parks Master Plan, including coordination with Planning on the UDO. The agenda is mostly routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of July 17, 2023 meeting minutes
• Events updates: Summer Concerts, Dance Party, Movie Night (Sept 9, Oct 7)
• Master Plan Update: met with Parks staff and Planning on UDO coordination
• Next meeting: Sept 18, 4pm at West End Conference Room

The committee approved the minutes from the previous meeting. Members received updates on the City Summer Concert Series, the Depot Park dance party, and the progress of the parks master plan. No other formal votes were taken.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Sanford Planning Board

The Sanford Planning Board will hold public hearings and make recommendations on two rezoning requests tied to annexations, plus a major subdivision preliminary plat. The board is advisory; final decisions rest with the City Council on September 5, 2023.

• Rezoning for Circle K Stores, Inc. (Case 2023-0801): 5.25 acres at 118 Perkinson Rd. and 3114 Hawkins Ave. to Highway Commercial, pending annexation
• Rezoning for Drafting and Design Services, Inc. (Case 2023-0802): 10.31 acres at 201-219 McNeill Rd. to Residential Agricultural Conditional (RA-C) for a campground/RV park, pending annexation
• Major subdivision preliminary plat (Case 2023-0803): Highway 54 Partners, LLC seeks 3 commercial lots on NC 87 Highway, requiring sewer extension

City Council

The Sanford City Council will hold public hearings on two annexations and two rezoning requests, and consider a design contract with ADW Architects for the City Hall Annex. The agenda also includes several budget amendments, agreements for sidewalk projects, and a homelessness initiative contract.

• Design contract with ADW Architects for City Hall Annex
• Public hearing on annexation of 5.22 acres owned by Circle K Stores, Inc.
• Public hearing on rezoning for a campground/RV park on 10.31 acres
• Agreement with N.C. DOT for Woodland Avenue Sidewalk
• Resolution supporting temporary closure of Horner Square Parking Lot for Downtown Alive concerts

City Council approved several budget amendments and contracts for a new utility building and City Hall Annex. The council also authorized agreements for homelessness initiatives and neighborhood revitalization projects in Jackson Heights and Washington Avenue. Additionally, the council approved the temporary closure of Horner Square Parking for a concert series.

• Approved $1.6M for Utility Building design and ADW Architects contract (unanimous)
• Approved design contract with ADW Architects for City Hall Annex (unanimous)
• Approved temporary closure of Horner Square Parking Lot for Downtown Alive Concert Series (unanimous)
• Approved $14,850 contract with Partners for Impact, LLC for S3 Housing Connect (unanimous)
• Approved sub-recipient agreement with Brick Capital CDC for Jackson Heights improvements (unanimous)
• Approved sub-recipient agreement with Brick Capital CDC for Washington Avenue improvements (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment for Water Plant Interlocal Agreement and Pittsboro Merger (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment for Automatic Meter Infrastructure for routes 163 and 164 (unanimous)

City Council

The Sanford City Council is holding a workshop to consider several items, including presentations on a beekeeper and the city's sesquicentennial, a discussion on emergency communications, a municipal agreement for a Woodland Avenue sidewalk, and police officers' take-home vehicles. The meeting also includes a closed session.

• Presentation by beekeeper
• Discussion on emergency communications
• Woodland Avenue sidewalk municipal agreement
• Police officers take-home vehicles
• Closed session

The City Council conducted a work session to review several proposals, including a police take-home vehicle policy and a sidewalk agreement. No formal votes were taken during this session; items were discussed for future approval.

• Discussed Woodland Avenue Sidewalk agreement with a proposed City match of $286,400
• Reviewed proposal for police officer take-home vehicles with an estimated additional cost of $2,638,308
• Discussed purchasing CivicReady emergency communication software for $12,612 (first year)
• Reviewed framework for the City's Sesquicentennial Celebration with $10,000 budgeted

City Council

The Sanford City Council is deciding on several major items, including a proposed interlocal agreement to merge the Town of Pittsboro's water, reclaimed water, and sewer systems with Sanford's, which would transfer Pittsboro's utility assets to Sanford and adopt Pittsboro's current rates. The council will also hold public hearings on three rezoning requests, including a large 879-acre business/industrial park, and consider two contiguous annexation petitions. Additionally, they will vote on a budget amendment reappropriating over $2.5 million in general funds and $1.16 million in utility funds for unfinished projects.

• Interlocal agreement to merge Pittsboro and Sanford water/sewer systems
• Rezoning of 879.17 acres for Helix Innovation Park at the Brickyard (business/industrial)
• Rezoning of 13.97 acres for Sanford Townhomes off Pathway Drive
• Rezoning of 7.07 acres for Fire Tower Conditional Zoning District townhomes
• Budget amendment reappropriating $2,512,731 general fund and $1,162,971 utility fund

The City Council approved an interlocal agreement to merge water, reclaimed water, and sewer systems with the Town of Pittsboro. The council also approved a wastewater capacity agreement and a letter of intent with Chatham Park Investors, LLC and Clearwater 64, LLC. Additional approvals included a subdivision plat and a speed limit reduction.

• Approved interlocal agreement to merge water, reclaimed water, and sewer systems with Town of Pittsboro (Unanimous)
• Approved Wastewater Capacity Commitment Agreement (Unanimous)
• Approved Letter of Intent with Chatham Park Investors, LLC and Clearwater 64, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved ordinance reducing speed limit from 35 mph to 25 mph in Carr Creek subdivision (Unanimous)
• Approved preliminary subdivision plat for 188-lot Elizabeth Landing townhome subdivision (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution for Lead Service Line Inventory funding applications (Unanimous)
• Approved FY 2023-2024 Annual Operating Budget re-appropriations via consent agenda (Unanimous)

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

The Technical Review Committee (TRC) will meet in person to review six development projects, including commercial buildings, a site expansion, a subdivision, and an industrial park. The committee will provide comments on these projects, with a deadline of August 3, 2023, for feedback.

• Pedley Group commercial building at 2301 E. Brown Road (20.64 acres, HI zoning)
• Comfort First Heating & Air site expansion at 7001 Lark Lane (6 acres, HC zoning)
• GKN Automotive site improvements at 4901 Womack Road (49.51 acres, LI zoning)
• Campbell Creek Subdivision: 138 dwellings (100 detached, 38 attached) at 1527 Boone Trail Road (51.58 acres)
• South Carter Industrial Park: 8-lot industrial park on 140 acres at NC 87 Hwy

Sanford Tourism Development Authority

The Sanford Tourism Development Authority will hold a regular meeting to elect a board vice-chair and hear sponsorship requests from the Carolina Indie Fest and the Triple Crown Charity Car Show. The board will also review financial reports, consider meeting dates for 2023-24, and receive reports from the executive director and marketing.

• Election of TDA board vice-chair
• Sponsorship request from Carolina Indie Fest for 2023 Fall
• Sponsorship request from Triple Crown Charity Car Show
• Consider 2023-24 regular meeting dates
• Summary of financial reports

The Sanford Tourism Development Authority approved funding for two local events and elected a board vice-chair. The board also accepted financial reports and set the 2023-2024 meeting schedule.

• Elected Emalee McCracken as 2023-2024 TDA Board Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Approved $6,500 sponsorship for 2023 Fall Carolina Indie Fest (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 sponsorship for 2023 fall Triple Crown Charity Car Show (unanimous)
• Accepted financial reports showing adjusted cash balance of $292,946.34 as of July 18, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved 2023-2024 Regular Meeting Dates, excluding December 2023 (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Sanford Historic Preservation Commission is holding an organizational meeting to elect a chairman, vice chairman, and clerk, followed by a regular meeting. The main public hearing is a certificate of appropriateness application for a retaining wall at 315 Cross Street. The rest of the agenda is routine procedural items.

• Election of Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Clerk
• Public hearing COA-23-34: retaining wall at 315 Cross Street by Lawrence and Jacalyn McAlister
• Approval of June 26, 2023 minutes
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)

The Historic Preservation Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a brick retaining wall at 315 Cross Street. The board also elected its Chair, Vice Chair, and Clerk.

• Approved COA-23-34 for an 89-foot long, 42-inch tall brick retaining wall with steps at 315 Cross Street
• Elected Jason Cline as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Aiden Harbison as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved Angela Baker as Clerk (unanimous)
• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 26, 2023, minutes (unanimous)

Sanford Planning Board

The Sanford Planning Board will hold public hearings and make recommendations on four land-use cases: a 188-lot townhome subdivision (Elizabeth Landing) and three rezoning requests for business/industrial and residential developments. The board will also elect a chair and vice-chair and approve minutes from the June 20, 2023 meeting.

• Major subdivision preliminary plat for Elizabeth Landing, 188-lot townhomes on Carbonton Road (Case 2023-0701)
• Rezoning of 879.17 acres to Helix Innovation Park at the Brickyard Conditional Zoning District (Case 2023-0702)
• Rezoning of 13.97 acres to Sanford Townhomes off Pathway Drive Conditional Zoning District (Case 2023-0703)
• Rezoning of 7.32 acres to Fire Tower Conditional Zoning District for townhomes (Case 2023-0704)
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair

City Council

The Sanford City Council will consider several items, including budget amendments, a downtown planning contract, and multiple interlocal agreements for expanding the Sanford Water Filtration Facility with neighboring towns. Public hearings are scheduled for three rezoning requests, including a large 879-acre business park. The meeting also includes recognition of board service and appointments.

• Interlocal agreements with Holly Springs, Fuquay-Varina, and Pittsboro for water filtration facility expansion
• Contract with Benchmark CMR, Inc. for Downtown Small Area Plan ($72,450)
• Rezoning of 879.17 acres on Hawkins Avenue and Iron Furnace Road for Helix Innovation Park
• Rezoning of 13.97 acres at Pathway Drive and US Highway 1 for townhomes
• Rezoning of 7.32 acres at Fire Tower Road and Garden Street for townhomes

The City Council approved agreements with Holly Springs, Fuquay-Varina, and Pittsboro to expand the Sanford Water Filtration Facility, reducing estimated costs from $90 million to $50 million. Council also approved budget amendments for water sensors and various board appointments.

• Approved interlocal agreements for expansion and operation of Sanford Water Filtration Facility (Unanimous)
• Approved Construction Management Agreement with Regions Bank for water facility expansion (Unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 budget amendment from Retained Earnings for water distribution pressure sensors (Unanimous)
• Approved budget amendments for Community Development and Parks (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution for electronic auction of certain city personal property (Unanimous)
• Approved Sanford ABC Board's adoption of the City of Sanford Travel Policy (Unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Service District (MSD) expenditures (Unanimous)
• Appointed Porshia Sade Wicker (ADA Compliance), Garrison Ogdenski, Jr. and Nonya Chesney (Appearance Commission), and Angela Minnick (Tourism Development Authority) (Unanimous)

Sanford Parks Advisory Committee

The Sanford Parks Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes, introduce new members, and elect a president and vice president. The administrator's report covers the end of fiscal year info, a master plan update with public input meetings completed, and upcoming events including the Summer Concert Series and Movies at Kiwanis.

• Approval of minutes from May 15, 2023 meeting
• Election of President and Vice President
• Master Plan Update: public input meetings completed, sorting data, county partnership discussions, demographic data work
• Movies at Kiwanis scheduled for August 12, September 9, October 7
• Possible back to school dance in August

The committee approved the previous meeting's minutes and elected its leadership. Staff provided reports on fiscal year expenses, splash pad status, and the progress of the City Summer Concert Series and Family Movie night. Several park projects are currently in the planning and bidding stages.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Elected Chad Spivey as President (Unanimous)
• Elected Crystal Williams as Vice President (Unanimous)

City Council

The Sanford City Council is holding a workshop to discuss updates and potential actions on affordable housing, including Habitat for Humanity and tap fees, as well as zoning, building inspections, fire and golf fees. They will also consider the sewer petition process, a contract for a downtown planning study, and a utility merger agreement with Pittsboro. A closed session is scheduled, but no specific items are listed for it.

• Update from Habitat for Humanity
• Tap fees and system development fees for affordable housing
• Contract for Downtown Sanford Planning Study
• Utility merger agreement with Pittsboro
• Sewer petition process

City Council reached a consensus to have staff draft guidelines for offering grants to non-profits in lieu of system development fees for affordable housing. Council also agreed to install additional holiday observance flags at several suggested intersections. No formal votes were taken as this was a work session.

• Consensus reached to draft guidelines for grants to non-profits to offset affordable housing system development fees
• Consensus reached to install additional holiday flags at Horner Blvd/Walmart, US 421/US 1, Carthage St/Wicker St, and Carbonton Rd/Carthage St
• Consensus reached to review system development fees for Major Subdivision Plan Review in the future
• Consensus reached for staff to provide a cost recommendation for larger annexation advertisement charges

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

The Technical Review Committee will meet in person to review four proposed residential developments: Cole Village Apartments (multi-family complex), Keller-Andrews Road Townhome Subdivision (66 townhomes), Harkey Towns North (90 townhomes), and Harkey Towns South (66 townhomes). All are concept plan reviews, meaning the committee will discuss and provide comments on the proposals. The agenda is substantive, with multiple projects requiring annexation and rezoning.

• Cole Village Apartments: 29.46-acre multi-family complex at 3410 Hawkins Avenue, requires annexation and rezoning
• Keller-Andrews Road Townhome Subdivision: 66 townhomes on 8.59 acres at 3310 Keller Andrews Road, requires rezoning
• Harkey Towns North: 90 townhomes on 12 acres on Harkey Road, requires annexation and rezoning
• Harkey Towns South: 66 townhomes on 8.59 acres on Harkey Road, requires annexation and rezoning
• Public sewer extensions needed for several projects

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is holding a regular meeting with public hearings and new business. The main item is a Major Work Certificate of Appropriateness application from the Tourism Development Authority to keep a painted bench on the porch of 229 Carthage Street, after it was placed without approval at the Depot Building. The commission will also approve minutes and hear public comments.

• Public hearing on COA-23-24: Tourism Development Authority's application for a Major Work COA to keep a painted bench on the porch of 229 Carthage Street
• Bench previously placed at Depot Building without a COA; two temporary COAs were granted
• Bench would be moved inside if not approved, or moved back to Depot Building after renovations
• Approval of March 2023 minutes
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker

The Historic Preservation Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for the Tourism Development Authority to place a brightly painted wooden bench on the porch of 229 Carthage Street. The board found the project not incongruous with the district's character due to existing precedents of painted benches and interactive artwork in the area.

• Approved COA-23-24 for painted bench at 229 Carthage Street (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 27, 2023 minutes (unanimous)

Sanford Planning Board

The Sanford Planning Board will issue advisory recommendations on three land use cases to the City Council. The agenda includes a preliminary plat for a 188-lot townhome subdivision on Carbonton Road and a rezoning of 879 acres on Hawkins Avenue for a business park. A third item involves rezoning a 14-acre tract on Pathway Drive for townhomes. The Board notes it cannot receive new information, only clarify details from prior public hearings.

• Major subdivision preliminary plat for 188-lot townhome development on Carbonton Road (Case 2023-0601)
• Rezoning of 879.17 acres on Hawkins Avenue to Helix Innovation Park Conditional Zoning District (Case 2023-0602)
• Rezoning of 13.97 acres at Pathway Drive terminus for residential townhomes (Case 2023-0603)
• Annexation vote for the Hawkins Avenue property scheduled for the same date
• Recommendations to be presented to City Council on July 18, 2023

Sanford Tourism Development Authority

The Sanford Tourism Development Authority is meeting to consider a sponsorship request from Central Carolina Weddings, approve meeting minutes, review financial reports, and discuss the 2023-24 Executive Director contract. The board will also hear reports from the executive director and marketing staff.

• Request from Central Carolina Weddings for 2023 Sponsorship
• Consider 2023-24 Executive Director Contract
• Summary of Financial Reports
• May 23, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes

The Sanford Tourism Development Authority approved the 2023-2024 Executive Director contract and a $3,000 sponsorship for the Central Carolina Wedding Showcase. The board also amended the annual operating budget and transferred funds for the Visit Sanford Welcome Center.

• Approved $3,000 sponsorship for Central Carolina Wedding Showcase (unanimous)
• Accepted financial reports showing adjusted cash balance of $262,071.73 as of June 16, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment to appropriate $46,358 to Lease Financing Proceeds (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 transfer from contingency to Visit Sanford Welcome Center operations (unanimous)
• Approved 2023-2024 Fiscal Year Executive Director Contract (unanimous)

City Council

The Sanford City Council will vote on a third amendment to the PCS Site Agreement and approve contracts with Insight Planning & Development for CDBG neighborhood revitalization projects. The meeting includes public hearings for the annexation and rezoning of 879.17 acres for the Helix Innovation Park, as well as a rezoning request for a townhome subdivision on Pathway Drive. Additionally, the Council will consider multiple budget amendments and capital project updates for the Fire Station No. 5 and Water Treatment Plant.

• Public hearing on non-contiguous voluntary annexation petition by Helix Ventures, LLC
• Rezoning of 879.17 acres on Hawkins Avenue and Iron Furnace Road to Helix Innovation Park Conditional Zoning District
• Rezoning of 13.97 acres at Pathway Drive and US Hwy 1 for Sanford Townhomes off of Pathway Drive
• Approval of Professional Services Contracts with Insight Planning & Development, LLC for CDBG Grants #21-C-4022 and #21-C-4032
• Consideration of Capital Project Amendment for Fire Station No. 5 and Water Treatment Plant Expansion

City Council approved several budget amendments, including funding for water treatment plant expansion and urgent repairs. The council also authorized professional services contracts for neighborhood revitalization and approved temporary street closures for community events.

• Approved $2M installment purchase contract for a ladder truck and two fire pumpers (unanimous)
• Approved 5-year lease with SprintCom, Inc. for Colon Road water tower at $4,562.62/month (unanimous)
• Approved $90,360 contract with Insight Planning & Development for Washington Avenue CDBG project (unanimous)
• Approved $382,192 contract with Insight Planning & Development for Jackson Heights CDBG project (unanimous)
• Approved temporary closure of Bragg Street and Maple Avenue on July 29, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved temporary closure of multiple streets on August 26, 2023, for Run for Their Lives race (unanimous)
• Approved $129,953 appropriation for water treatment plant expansion design (unanimous)
• Approved $250,000 appropriation for 2023 Urgent Repair County/City Project (unanimous)

City Council

The Sanford City Council is meeting in a workshop to discuss a potential merger and interlocal agreement with Pittsboro, receive updates on transportation projects and a micro transit grant, and consider a resolution for ladder truck financing. They will also discuss boards and commissions, followed by a closed session.

• Discussion on merger and interlocal agreement with Pittsboro
• Update on STIP Prioritization List of Projects
• Update on Micro Transit Grant
• Resolution approving ladder truck financing
• Discussion of boards and commissions

City Council held a work session to review a draft Interlocal Agreement to merge water and sewer systems with the Town of Pittsboro. No formal vote was taken; a decision is anticipated by August 1, 2023. Council also reached a consensus to move forward with the STIP project list.

• Consensus reached to move forward with STIP prioritization list of projects

City Council

City Council approved the annual operating budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 with a tax rate of .535. The council also approved several budget amendments, a residential rezoning request, and a home repair grant agreement with Lee County.

• Approved FY 2023-2024 Annual Budget Ordinance (6-1)
• Approved rezoning of 53.34 +/- acres off Colon Road to Midtown Village, Part 2, Conditional Zoning District (unanimous)
• Approved $250,000 contribution and interlocal agreement with Lee County for 2023 Home Repair Program (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to close Steele Street for July 4th Celebration from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (unanimous)
• Approved $397,676 contribution from Utility Fund to Moncure Megasite Phase II Wastewater Project (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment for $153,234 in ARPA interest (unanimous)
• Approved appropriation of $256 in interest for State Construction and Infrastructure Fund Mural Project (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for June 20, 2023, regarding non-contiguous annexation of 733.11 +/- acres (unanimous)

City Council

Council reached a consensus to present the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget for adoption at a public hearing on June 6, 2023. The session included discussions on a salary study, system development fees, and design work for a City Hall annex.

• Consensus to present FY 2023-2024 budget at June 6 public hearing for adoption

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

The Sanford/Lee County/Broadway Technical Review Committee (TRC) will meet in person on May 25, 2023, to review five development proposals. These include a new airplane hangar at Raleigh Executive Jetport, a commercial building expansion, a concept plan for an industrial park, a 28-lot residential subdivision, and a new Sheetz convenience store. The committee will provide comments on the plans, with feedback due by June 8, 2023.

• New airplane hangar at 701 Rod Sullivan Road, Raleigh Executive Jetport (721.9 acres, RA zoning)
• Wind Solutions commercial building expansion at 111 Rand Street (13,750 sf, LI zoning)
• South Carter Industrial Park concept plan for 8-lot subdivision on 142.71 acres (NC 87 Hwy)
• Lemon Springs Estates: 28-lot residential subdivision on 13.92 acres (R-6 zoning)
• Sheetz convenience store at 2304 Jefferson Davis Hwy (6,000 sf, gas station, 40 parking spaces)

City Council

The City Council approved a settlement agreement and the purchase of 192 Tabitha Lane for $425,000. Council also approved two budget amendments for community development and utility repairs. The proposed Annual Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 was presented.

• Approved Mutual Release and Settlement Agreement to pay $425,000 for 192 Tabatha Lane (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution Authorizing the Purchase of County Property — 192 Tabitha Lane (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance Amending FY 2022-2023 Budget to appropriate $25,000 to Community Development for lawsuit contractual services (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance Amending FY 2022-2023 Utility Fund Budget to appropriate $132,695 for metering infrastructure and utility repairs (Unanimous)

City Council

City Council held a public hearing to select an administrator for the Municipal Services District (MSD). The Council unanimously approved a five-year contract with Downtown Sanford, Inc. (DSI) to manage the funds, effective July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2028.

• Approved contract for Municipal Services District (MSD) services with Downtown Sanford, Inc. (unanimous)

Sanford Tourism Development Authority

The Sanford Tourism Development Authority will hold a public hearing on its proposed 2023-24 fiscal year budget, then consider adopting it. The board will also hear a request from Lee County Libraries for sponsorship of the Pop!-Con event, and review financial reports and expenditures from the contingency line item.

• Public hearing on proposed 2023-24 budget
• Request from Lee County Libraries for Pop!-Con event sponsorship
• Consider expenditures from contingency line item
• Consider adoption of 2023-24 TDA budget
• Consider June 2023 meeting date

The TDA unanimously approved its 2023-2024 budget and accepted financial reports. The board also approved a sponsorship for a library event and shifted funds from contingency to operating items.

• Adopted 2023-2024 TDA Budget (unanimous)
• Approved $5,685 sponsorship for Lee County Libraries Pop!-Con Event 2023 (unanimous)
• Moved $10,000 from contingency to operating line items (unanimous)
• Accepted financial reports for April and May 2023 (unanimous)
• Changed June 2023 meeting date to June 20, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)

Sanford Tourism Development Authority

The Sanford Tourism Development Authority is holding a public hearing on its proposed budget for fiscal year 2023-2024. The budget totals $377,640 in revenues and appropriations, all allocated to tourism promotion and development. The hearing is scheduled for May 23, 2023, at the Sanford Municipal Center.

• Public hearing on proposed FY2023-24 budget
• Total budget: $377,640
• All funds allocated to tourism promotion and development
• Budget available for public inspection at City Clerk's office

The Sanford Tourism Development Authority adopted an ordinance to amend its operating budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023. The amendment adds revenue from event ticket sales.

• Approved $29,394 budget appropriation for Taylor Phillips Concert ticket sales

City Council

The Sanford City Council will hold public hearings on a voluntary annexation and a rezoning request for 53.34 acres off Colon Road to allow a single-family subdivision, along with several consent agenda items including traffic ordinances, a condemnation resolution, and budget amendments. The council will also consider demolishing a dilapidated building at 511 N. Horner Boulevard for $11,940 and other new business items.

• Rezoning of 53.34 acres off Colon Road from R-20 to Midtown Village South Conditional Zoning District for a single-family subdivision
• Voluntary annexation petition by Russell and Diane Matthews, Thomas and Vicky Matthews, and Mary Rattz
• Demolition of abandoned building at 511 N. Horner Boulevard, awarded to EdiSons Inc. for $11,940
• Ordinance establishing no parking zone on portions of McIver Street
• Contract with HH Architecture PA for Sanford Agricultural Marketplace Design

City Council approved several budget amendments to fund an aerial platform truck and two pumper trucks, as well as a capital project amendment for Fire Station No. 5. The council also authorized the demolition of a hazardous building at 511 N. Horner Boulevard and approved various traffic and zoning ordinances.

• Approved $11,940 contract with EdiSons, Inc. to demolish building at 511 N. Horner Boulevard (Unanimous)
• Approved budget appropriation of $1,746,234 for an Aerial Platform Truck (Unanimous)
• Approved Capital Project Amendment for Fire Station No. 5 for $1,965,740 (Unanimous)
• Approved temporary closure of S. Steele Street for Wilrik Building sign restoration (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution to sell City personal property via electronic auction (Unanimous)
• Approved dissolution of the Commission on the Opioid Abuse Epidemic (Unanimous)
• Approved stop sign ordinances for Autumn Woods, Southern Estates, and Sweet Gum (Unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Service District expenditures for May through June (Unanimous)

Sanford Planning Board

The Sanford Planning Board will hold a public hearing and consider a rezoning request for 53.34 acres off Colon Road to allow a residential single-family subdivision, subject to annexation. The board will also review minutes and other routine business.

• Rezoning of 53.34 acres off Colon Road from R-20 to Midtown Village South, Part 2 Conditional Zoning District for a single-family subdivision
• Public hearing on annexation of the subject property into city limits
• Approval of minutes from April 18, 2023 meeting
• Disclosure of conflicts of interest

Sanford Parks Advisory Committee

The Sanford Parks Advisory Committee is meeting to approve the April minutes, hear an administrator's report on the parks master plan update, and discuss upcoming events. The master plan update includes recruiting 10-15 committee members for economic development, special events, and greenways, plus public input results. Event updates cover the Opening Day Splash Pad and the Summer Concert Series. The next meeting is scheduled for June 19th.

• Approval of April 17, 2023 meeting minutes
• Master Plan Update: recruiting 10-15 committee members for Economic Development, Special Events, Greenways
• Public Input Results for Master Plan
• Event Update: Opening Day Splash Pad
• Event Update: Summer Concert Series

The committee approved the minutes from the previous meeting. Members received updates on the Parks master plan, splash pad attendance, and the status of the Kiwanis Family Park stage.

• Approved minutes from the last meeting (Unanimous)

City Council

The Sanford City Council is holding a workshop to discuss several items, including an architectural agreement for the farmer's market, a developer's agreement for Highway 78 North Phase 3, salary options, a strategic framework, boards and commissions, and a quarterly projects update. A closed session is also scheduled. No formal votes are listed on this agenda.

• Farmer's Market Architectural Agreement
• Highway 78 North Phase 3 Developer's Agreement
• Salary Options
• Strategic Framework
• Quarterly Projects Update

City Council reached a consensus to place a contract for the Sanford Agricultural Marketplace and a budget amendment for a city-wide salary study on the May 16 agenda. Council also reviewed a developer's agreement for Highway 78 North Phase 3 and received feedback from the Sanford 101 Group.

• Consensus reached to add Farmers Market architectural contract (not to exceed $515,400) to May 16 consent agenda
• Consensus reached to add budget amendment for a city-wide salary study to May 16 consent agenda
• Reviewed Highway 78 North Phase 3 developer's agreement involving a $10,700 payment from McKee Homes, LLC

City Council

The Sanford City Council is meeting to vote on several items, including a major subdivision preliminary plat for a 180-lot townhome development in the West Main Townhomes district, a deed of easement with Ting Fiber for broadband infrastructure, and two rezoning requests. The council will also consider budget amendments, a fire station capital project, annexation petitions, and grant administration contracts. A public hearing is scheduled for 6:00 PM on a voluntary contiguous annexation of 12.266 acres owned by William and Patricia Campbell.

• 180-lot townhome preliminary plat for West Main Townhomes
• Deed of easement with Ting Fiber, LLC for broadband
• Rezoning at 160 Charlotte Avenue to Office and Institutional for adult daycare
• Rezoning at 2807 South Horner Boulevard to General Commercial for medical office
• Fire Station #5 capital project amendment: $2,320,564

City Council approved a preliminary plat for the West Main Townhomes development and rezoned a property on Charlotte Avenue for adult daycare use. The council also awarded two CDBG-NR grant administration contracts to Insight Planning and Development.

• Approved 180-lot West Main Townhomes preliminary plat (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 160 Charlotte Avenue from Light Industrial to Office and Institutional (unanimous)
• Approved Deed of Easement for Ting Fiber, LLC (unanimous)
• Awarded CDBG-NR Jackson Heights grant administration to Insight Planning and Development (unanimous)
• Awarded CDBG-NR Washington Avenue grant administration to Insight Planning and Development (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendments for Parks and Water Distribution and Collection (unanimous)
• Approved Capital Project Amendment for Fire Station #5 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to rename Triangle J Council of Governments to Central Pines Regional Council (unanimous)

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

The Sanford/Lee County/Broadway Technical Review Committee will hold an in-person meeting to review six development proposals, including commercial, industrial, and multi-family projects. The committee will provide comments on site plans, zoning, and infrastructure. Notable items include a large industrial park concept, two apartment complexes, and several commercial/industrial expansions.

• Helix Innovation Park: 885-acre advanced manufacturing/industrial park concept at 3635 Hawkins Ave., requiring annexation and rezoning
• The Station Apartments: 456-unit complex at 1602 Charleston Dr.
• Ashby Village Apartments: 330-unit garden-style complex at 0 Horner Blvd.
• Contract Lumber Expansion: three new storage buildings at 3193 Industrial Dr.
• South Park Center: two new commercial buildings at 0 Commerce Dr.

Sanford Tourism Development Authority

The Sanford Tourism Development Authority is holding a regular meeting to consider a sponsorship request from Lee County Libraries for the Pop!-Con event, review financial reports, and decide on expenditures from the contingency line item. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes and reports from the executive director and marketing staff.

• Request from Lee County Libraries for Pop!-Con Event Sponsorship
• Consider expenditures from contingency line item
• Summary of financial reports
• Approval of March 28 and March 29 meeting minutes

City Council

The committee discussed transitioning to the VIPER radio system to improve interoperability between city and county emergency services. No final decision was made; instead, the committee agreed to establish a working group of law enforcement and fire representatives to further evaluate the system and its costs.

• Agreed to establish a committee and joint meeting of law enforcement and fire representatives to discuss VIPER system needs

City Council

The Sanford City Council will vote on consent agenda items including awarding a construction bid for Fire Station #5 on Colon Road, amending the FY 2023-2024 budget, and approving health insurance renewal. They will also hold public hearings on two rezoning requests and consider a voluntary annexation petition. The agenda includes several closed session minutes for approval.

• Award bid to Carolina Commercial Contractors to construct Fire Station #5 on Colon Road
• Amend professional services contract for Fire Station #5
• Rezone 0.34 acres at 160 Charlotte Avenue from Light Industrial to Office and Institutional for adult daycare
• Rezone 1.26 acres at 2807 South Horner Boulevard from Light Industrial to General Commercial for medical office
• Consider voluntary contiguous annexation of 12.266 acres owned by William and Patricia Campbell

City Council approved a loan of up to $245,000 to the Sanford Affordable Housing Development Corporation and awarded a construction bid for Fire Station #5 to Carolina Commercial Contractors. The council also designated the city as a Bee City USA and established a no-parking zone on Washington and Boykin Avenues.

• Approved construction bid to Carolina Commercial Contractors for Fire Station #5 (Unanimous)
• Approved loan up to $245,000 to Sanford Affordable Housing Development Corporation (Unanimous)
• Approved proclamation for BEE CITY USA Designation (Unanimous)
• Approved temporary closure of Goldsboro Avenue for live burn training on April 26, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved no-parking zone at 1406 Washington Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution to investigate annexation of 12.266 +/- acres on Kelly Drive (Unanimous)
• Tabled Ting Fiber deed easement to research cabinet wrapping options (Unanimous)
• Approved FY 2023-2024 budget amendment for Community Development (Unanimous)

Sanford Planning Board

The Sanford Planning Board will hold public hearings with the City Council on a major subdivision preliminary plat for a 180-lot townhome development bisected by Tramway Road, and two rezoning applications: one to allow an adult daycare at 160 Charlotte Avenue, and another to allow a medical office at 2807 South Horner Boulevard. The board will also approve the agenda and minutes from the March 21, 2023 meeting.

• Major subdivision preliminary plat for 180-lot single-family attached dwellings, bisected by Tramway Road, in the West Main Townhomes Subdivision Conditional Zoning District
• Rezoning of 0.34 acres at 160 Charlotte Avenue from Light Industrial (LI) to Office and Institutional (O&I) for adult daycare use
• Rezoning of 1.26 acres at 2807 South Horner Boulevard from Light Industrial (LI) to General Commercial (C-2) for a medical office
• Approval of minutes from March 21, 2023 meeting

Sanford Parks Advisory Committee

The Sanford Parks Advisory Committee is meeting to approve the March 20, 2023 minutes, hear an administrator's report on the master plan update, and discuss upcoming events like Egg-a-palooza and the Summer Concert Series. Old business includes the Rail to Trail project. The next meeting is scheduled for May 15th.

• Approval of minutes from March 20, 2023 meeting
• Master Plan Update: seeking 10-15 committee members for Economic Development, Special Events, and Greenways
• Event updates: Egg-a-palooza, Opening Day Splash Pad, Summer Concert Series
• Old Business: Rail to Trail project
• Next meeting: May 15th, 4pm at West End Conference Room

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the previous meeting. Members discussed the recruitment of focus groups for the Parks Master Plan and reviewed updates on the Egg-a-palooza event and splash pad opening. A letter from the Mayor regarding the HWY 42 rail corridor will be forwarded to NCDOT.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Agreed to play music at Depot Park on Fridays between 11am — 1pm

City Council

The Sanford City Council is meeting in a workshop to consider several key items, including the results of a municipal service district survey, awarding a construction contract for Fire Station #5, a related contract for construction services, a loan to the Sanford Affordable Housing Development Corporation, and a presentation on employee wellness and recruitment. They will also discuss strategic framework, boards and commissions, and a quarterly projects update. The meeting includes a closed session.

• Consider award of construction contract for Fire Station #5
• Consider ADW contract for construction services for Fire Station #5
• Consider loan to Sanford Affordable Housing Development Corporation
• Consider results of Municipal Service District Survey and Request for Qualifications
• Presentation on Employee Wellness Programs and Employee Recruitment and Retention Recommendations

Council reached a favorable consensus to approve a loan up to $245,000 from ARPA funding to the Sanford Affordable Housing Development Corporation. Members also expressed support for adding Juneteenth as a city holiday and increasing the Christmas holiday to three days. Several other items, including a fire station contract and health insurance renewals, were reviewed for future formal approval.

• Consensus reached to approve ARPA loan up to $245,000 to Sanford Affordable Housing Development Corporation
• Consensus reached to add Juneteenth as a holiday and implement a three-day Christmas holiday
• Recused Mayor Salmon and Council Members Buckels and Williams from SAHDC loan discussion (unanimous)
• Proposed $7,443,404.28 construction contract for Fire Station #5 to be presented April 19
• Proposed $102,250 contract amendment for ADW Architects' construction services reviewed
• Proposed 2% increase ($83,079) for 2023-2024 health insurance funding to be placed on April 18 agenda
• Updated Strategic Framework goals reviewed and modified for future approval
• Entered closed session for privileged/confidential information (unanimous)

City Council

The Sanford City Council will hold public hearings and consider several land-use items, including a preliminary plat for a 115-lot single-family subdivision at 1715 Carthage Street and three rezoning requests. The council will also vote on a resolution supporting a temporary closure of Washington Avenue for a Juneteenth celebration, amendments to the FY 2022-2023 budget, and other administrative items.

• Preliminary plat for 115-lot single-family subdivision at 1715 Carthage Street (47.36 acres)
• Rezoning of 12.27 acres on Kelly Drive to Kelly Drive Townhomes Conditional Zoning District
• Rezoning of 22.15 acres on NC Hwy 87 and Harvey Faulk Road to Adams Village Conditional Zoning District
• Rezoning of 110.48 acres on Colon Road and US Hwy 1 to Gum Fork Conditional Zoning District
• Resolution supporting temporary closure of Washington Avenue between Oakdale Street and Boykin Avenue for Juneteenth celebration on June 17, 2023

City Council denied a rezoning request for a 110.48-acre mixed-use development by D.R. Horton, citing that the proposed housing product did not meet the city's quality standards. The council approved two other residential rezoning requests and a 115-lot subdivision plat. Several budget amendments and a grant closeout for a neighborhood revitalization project were also approved.

• Denied D.R. Horton rezoning for 110.48 acres due to product quality standards (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 12.27 acres on Kelly Drive to Kelly Drive Townhomes Conditional Zoning District (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 22.15 acres on NC Hwy 87/Harvey Faulk Road to Village Conditional Zoning District (Unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for 115-lot single-family residential development by Timmons Group (Unanimous)
• Approved temporary closure of Washington Avenue for Juneteenth on June 17, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved $10,800 increase for NCHFA 2022 Urgent Repair Program agreement (Unanimous)
• Approved $3,350 budget amendment for Depot Park insurance proceeds (Unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to sign closeout documents for FY 2018 CDBG Linden Avenue project (Unanimous)

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

The Sanford/Lee County/Broadway Technical Review Committee is meeting in person to review four development plans: a self-storage facility, two townhome projects, and a multifamily apartment complex. Staff and applicants will discuss technical details; comments are due by April 13, 2023.

• TRC-03-11-23: Tramway One Self-Storage, 20.05 acres at 0 Tramway Road, C-2 zoning, conditioned interior and RV/boat storage
• TRC-03-12-23: Kelly Drive Townhomes, 12.06 acres, 76 attached single-family lots, R-6 zoning, requires annexation and rezoning hearing scheduled 03/21/23
• TRC-03-13-23: Truelove Street Apartments, 7.23 acres, 180 units (90 one-bedroom, 60 two-bedroom, 30 three-bedroom), clubhouse, pool, bark park
• TRC-02-06-23: Hawkins Avenue Townhomes, 3.37 acres, 29 attached units, R-20 zoning, requires annexation and rezoning

Sanford Tourism Development Authority

The Sanford Tourism Development Authority is holding a work session to discuss its budget, hear a presentation from Avenir Bold, and consider temporary office space for its offices and visitor's center. They will also consider changing the regular meeting time and date. No final decisions are expected at this work session.

• Presentation by Jan Johnson, Avenir Bold
• Budget presentation
• Consider temporary office space for TDA offices/visitor's center
• Consider change to regular meeting time and date

The Sanford Tourism Development Authority authorized the Executive Director to secure a lease for a building at 229 Carthage St. The board also reviewed marketing data and budget options for the 2023-2024 fiscal year.

• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Directed Executive Director to negotiate and sign a lease for 229 Carthage St. for use as a Visitors’ Center and administrative offices (unanimous)

Sanford Tourism Development Authority

The Sanford Tourism Development Authority is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear public comment, and receive reports on finances, executive activities, and marketing. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of February 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• Summary of Financial Reports
• Executive Director Report
• Marketing Report

The Authority approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda. Members accepted the financial report showing an adjusted cash balance of $253,258.19 as of March 21, 2023. No action was taken during the closed session.

• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Accepted financial reports as presented (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Sanford Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to hold a public hearing on a certificate of appropriateness application to remove and rebuild a larger deck at the Temple Theater. The commission will also discuss revisions to the Downtown Guidelines and consider other certificates of appropriateness.

• Public hearing on COA-23-09: Temple Theater deck removal and larger replacement deck (applicant Robert Farrell)
• Discussion of revisions to the Downtown Guidelines
• Consideration of other certificates of appropriateness (COAs)

The Historic Preservation Commission approved a request to replace and enlarge an existing deck on the north side of the Temple Theater. The commission found the project compatible with the district because the deck is not visible from the street.

• Approved COA-23-09 to remove and replace the Temple Theater deck with a larger one using Trex decking and stair treads (Unanimous)

City Council

The Sanford City Council will consider two rezoning requests: one for a 12.27-acre townhome development on Kelly Drive and another for a 22.15-acre apartment community on NC Hwy 87. The council will also discuss an installment financing contract for a new fire station and other routine items.

• Rezoning for Kelly Drive Townhomes (12.27 acres, R-6 to Conditional Zoning District)
• Rezoning for Adams Village apartments (22.15 acres, R-20 to Conditional Zoning District)
• Resolution authorizing negotiation of installment financing contract (up to $11.6 million for fire station and pumpers)
• Resolution supporting temporary closure of parking lot at Cole and Steele Streets for Carolina Indie Fest events
• Resolution to accept funds for Triangle Innovation Point Water and Sewer Project

The City Council appointed Jean Dabbs to the Ward 5 council seat and approved several grant-funded projects, including water and sewer expansions. The council also authorized the execution of opioid settlements and approved temporary parking lot closures for the Carolina Indie Fest.

• Appointed Jean Dabbs to the Ward 5 Council seat (unanimous)
• Approved $17,116,885 in funds for Triangle Innovation Point Water and Sewer Project (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 state grant for Kiwanis Park improvements (unanimous)
• Authorized execution of opioid settlements and supplemental agreement (unanimous)
• Approved installment financing contract for Fire Station #5 (unanimous)
• Approved temporary closure of Cole Street and Steele Street parking lot for May 12-13 and Sept 29-30, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved ARPA Grant Project Ordinance Amendment for salaries and benefits (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance to erect stop signs in Highway 78 North Subdivision (unanimous)

Sanford Planning Board

The Sanford Planning Board will hold public hearings and consider recommendations on a major subdivision preliminary plat and three rezoning applications, including a 115-lot single-family development, a 12.27-acre townhome rezoning, a 22.15-acre apartment rezoning, and a 110.41-acre rezoning remanded by City Council. The board will also approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Major subdivision preliminary plat for 115-lot single-family residential development (Case 2023-0301)
• Rezoning of 12.27 acres on Kelly Drive to Kelly Drive Townhomes Conditional Zoning District (Case 2023-0302)
• Rezoning of 22.15 acres on NC Hwy 87 and Harvey Faulk Road to Adams Village Conditional Zoning District for apartments (Case 2023-0303)
• Rezoning of 110.41 acres on Colon Road and US Hwy 1 to Gum Fork Conditional Zoning District, remanded by City Council (Case 2022-1106)

Sanford Parks Advisory Committee

The Sanford Parks Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes from its February 27 meeting, receive an administrator's report on the master plan update and upcoming events, and handle old and new business. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of February 27, 2023 meeting minutes
• Master plan update
• Event updates: Egg-a-palooza, Opening Day Splash Pad, Summer Concert Series
• Next meeting set for April 17 at 4 p.m.

The committee approved a motion to have the City Attorney or City Manager draft a letter expressing interest in acquiring abandoned railroad properties near Nash St to the new sports complex through the DOT. The committee also received updates on the Parks Master Plan and upcoming events at Depot Park.

• Approved motion to draft letter of interest in acquiring abandoned railroad properties near Nash St (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from the previous meeting (Unanimous)

City Council

City Council reached a consensus to move forward with a Duke Energy streetlight project and a FEMA grant application for 21 new firefighters. The body also expressed support for a new wastewater infrastructure policy and a park land conversion project.

• Consensus to proceed with Duke Energy streetlight project on Horner Blvd and Hawkins Ave
• Consensus to continue with the Intersection of Land Use and Wastewater Infrastructure Policy Developer’s Agreement
• Consensus to request 21 firefighters in the FEMA SAFER Grant application
• Consensus to place Kiwanis Children’s Park and Horton Park conversion on the next Consent Agenda
• Consensus to move forward with a gateway sign and allow staff to place smaller wayfinding signs

City Council

The Sanford City Council will hold public hearings and consider several items, including approval of a preliminary plat for an 18-lot townhome development, three budget amendments, two grant ordinances, and a rezoning for a 52-acre tract. They will also consider a text amendment to allow food truck parks in certain zoning districts, and a public hearing on financing up to $11.6 million for a new fire station and fire trucks. The agenda includes a closed session.

• Approval of preliminary plat for 18-lot Vista Townhomes subdivision at 701 & 707 N. Horner Blvd.
• Rezoning of 52+ acres on NC Hwy 87 from RR, O&I, C-2 to a new zoning district (applicant: Brian Richards/Urban Design Partners).
• Text amendment to allow 'Food Truck Park' in multiple zoning districts.
• Public hearing on $11.6 million installment financing for new fire station and two pumper trucks.
• Three budget amendments for FY 2022-2023 (cleanup, fire, distribution and collections).

City Council approved a resolution to negotiate financing for Fire Station #5 and two pumper trucks. The council also approved several budget amendments, a new townhome subdivision plat, and zoning changes including a new 'Food Truck Park' designation.

• Approved resolution to negotiate installment financing up to $11.6M for Fire Station #5 and two pumper trucks (Unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for 18-lot Vista Townhomes development (Unanimous)
• Approved zoning map amendment for 52.1 acres on NC Hwy 87 (Unanimous)
• Approved UDO text amendment to permit 'Food Truck Park' in multiple zoning districts (Unanimous)
• Remanded D.R. Horton rezoning application for 110.41+ acres to Planning Board (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 budget amendment for fire department smoke detectors (Unanimous)
• Approved $39,444 CDBG grant for utility infrastructure (Unanimous)
• Approved $55,556 CDBG grant for streets, sidewalks, and drainage improvements (Unanimous)

Sanford Tourism Development Authority

The Sanford Tourism Development Authority will consider a grant request for the May 2023 Carolina Indie Fest and an advertising funding request from Fishing University. The board will also review financial reports, an amendment to the 2022-23 budget, and reports from the executive director and marketing. New business includes considering a budget work session for March 2023.

• Grant request for May 2023 Carolina Indie Fest by Tim Emmert of Hugger Mugger Brewing
• Advertising funding request from Fishing University
• Amendment to TDA 2022-23 budget
• Summary of financial reports
• Consider TDA Budget Work Session for March 2023

The Sanford Tourism Development Authority approved a sponsorship for the 2023 Spring Carolina Indie Fest and a budget amendment for ticket sales revenues. The board denied a funding and lodging request from Fishing University.

• Approved $5,000 sponsorship for Hugger Mugger Brewing's Carolina Indie Fest (Unanimous)
• Denied $7,500 advertising funding and lodging request from Fishing University (Unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment of $29,394.00 for Taylor Phillips ticket sales revenues (Unanimous)
• Accepted financial reports showing adjusted cash balance of $255,814.68 as of Feb 21, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (Unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a certificate of appropriateness application for an Angel Wing mural at 148 S. Moore Street, and will consider amendments to the Downtown Guidelines regarding awnings, window signage, and lighting. The commission will also review its 2022 accomplishments and discuss recommendations for new historic districts and cemetery assistance.

• Public hearing on COA-23-06 for Angel Wing mural at 148 S. Moore Street
• Amendments to Downtown Guidelines: awning extension limits, 30% window coverage, no strip lighting, seasonal lighting rules
• 2022 accomplishments: 91 COAs reviewed (12 major, 79 minor)
• Recommendation to explore creating a Wall Street Historic District
• Recommendation to assist 3 African American churches with CLG grants for cemetery survey and repair

The Historic Preservation Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for an interactive Angel Wing mural on the south-facing wall of 148 S. Moore Street. The board also voted to update the Downtown guidelines regarding awning extensions.

• Approved COA-23-06 for Angel Wing mural at 148 S. Moore Street (Unanimous)
• Approved insertion of 2016 awning revision into Downtown guidelines (Unanimous)
• Approved agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved January 23, 2022 minutes (Unanimous)

Sanford Parks Advisory Committee

The Sanford Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss updates on projects, the Egg-A-Poolza event, and new business including a land conversion for Kiwanis Children Park/Horton Park, spring sports registration, and a joint resolution supporting the Endor Iron Furnace property. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Kiwanis Children Park/Horton Park land conversion
• Spring Baseball/Softball/T-Ball registration
• Joint resolution supporting Endor Iron Furnace property
• Update on projects
• Egg-A-Poolza event

The Sanford Parks Advisory Committee approved a resolution of support for the Endor Tron Furnace Property and approved previous meeting minutes. The Lee County Parks Advisory Committee did not approve the agenda due to a lack of quorum.

• Approved County Resolution of Support for the Endor Tron Furnace Property (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from the previous Sanford Parks Commission Meeting (Unanimous)
• Agenda not approved due to lack of quorum for Lee County Parks Advisory Committee

City Council

The City Council conducted a two-day annual retreat focusing on financial reports, downtown development, and personnel needs. No legislative votes were taken on budget or salary adjustments, though the council discussed the need for a grant consultant and cost-of-living increases.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for personnel exception (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn meeting at 1:00 p.m. (unanimous)

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

The Sanford/Lee County/Broadway Technical Review Committee is holding a virtual meeting to review nine development proposals, including industrial, commercial, and residential projects. The committee will provide comments on plans for a 149,760 sq ft manufacturing building, a 391-lot subdivision, townhome communities, a mixed-use development, and a hotel project, among others.

• Bharat Forge Phase II: 149,760 sq ft industrial building at 777 Kalyani Way
• Brookshire Subdivision: 391-lot single-family residential on 167.91 acres at Boone Trail Road
• Elizabeth Landing Subdivision: 188-lot townhome subdivision on Carbonton Rd
• Lemon Springs Mixed Use: townhomes, single-family homes, and commercial building with restaurant and taproom
• NC 87 Hwy Commercial Subdivision: three lots with possible Woodspring Suites Hotel

City Council

Council reviewed a 'digital twin' database to align land use with sewer capacity and discussed a water filtration facility partnership with three other municipalities. No formal votes were recorded; staff was directed to develop a cost proposal for utility extensions.

• Requested staff develop cost proposal for subsidizing water and sewer extensions
• Proposed using developer agreements on a case-by-case basis to fund sewer infrastructure

City Council

The Sanford City Council will consider approving a $115.7 million amendment to its construction manager-at-risk contract with The Haskell Company for the Triangle Innovation Point water and sewer improvements, setting a guaranteed maximum price and construction schedule. The council will also hold public hearings on a 52-acre rezoning for a mixed-use development on NC Hwy 87, two zoning text amendments (self-storage and food truck parks), and a CDBG neighborhood revitalization grant for Jackson Heights. Several budget amendments and street closure requests for community events are also on the agenda.

• Amendment to contract with The Haskell Company for $115,740,995 for Triangle Innovation Point water and sewer improvements
• Public hearing on rezoning 52 acres on NC Hwy 87 to Mixed Use Conditional Zoning District for multifamily, townhome, and commercial development
• Public hearing on zoning text amendment to restrict mini-warehouse/self-storage uses to Highway Commercial, Light Industrial, and Heavy Industrial districts
• Public hearing on zoning text amendment to add 'Food Truck Park' as a permitted use in multiple commercial and industrial districts
• Public hearing on FY 2022 CDBG Neighborhood Revitalization grant for Jackson Heights (CDBG# 21-C-4032)

City Council approved the annexation of property for a proposed mixed-use development and authorized several Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) projects. The council also approved budget amendments for water, sewer, and street infrastructure on Washington Avenue and in Jackson Heights.

• Approved annexation of property to Electoral Ward-5 (unanimous)
• Approved $4.9M CDBG grant for Jackson Heights infrastructure (unanimous)
• Approved CDBG funding and grant agreements for Washington Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendments for Triangle Innovation Point water and sewer improvements (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendments for Washington Avenue street and utility work (unanimous)
• Approved temporary street closures for Toss for a Cause, Blues, Brews, and BBQ, and Sanford Block Party (unanimous)
• Delegated authority for performance guarantees in lieu of improvements to the City Manager (unanimous)
• Approved $4,856 budget amendment for Depot Park repairs (unanimous)

Sanford Planning Board

The Sanford Planning Board will hold public hearings and consider four items: a preliminary plat for an 18-lot townhome development, a rezoning of 52 acres on NC Hwy 87 for mixed-use development, and two text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding self-storage and food truck parks. The board will make recommendations to the City Council, which will consider them on March 7, 2023.

• Major subdivision preliminary plat for 18-lot townhome development (Case 2022-0101)
• Rezoning of 52 acres on NC Hwy 87 to Mixed Use Conditional Zoning District (Case 2022-1102)
• Text amendment to permit mini-warehousing/self-storage only in HC, LI, HI districts (Case 2022-0102)
• Text amendment to add 'Food Truck Park' as permitted use in multiple districts (Case 2022-0103)

City Council

Council held a work session to discuss infrastructure improvements for the Triangle Innovation Point and financing options for a new fire station. No formal votes were taken on the primary projects, as ordinances and contracts were scheduled for future meetings. Council reached a consensus to waive a conflict of interest for the Parker Poe law firm.

• Consensus reached to allow Parker Poe law firm to serve the Town of Pittsboro
• Proposed $115,740,995 CMAR contract for TIP water/sewer improvements (pending approval)
• Proposed $122,516,885 appropriation for TIP project via grants (pending approval)
• Proposed no-parking zone on Spring Lane at McKernon Street (pending approval)
• Proposed budget amendment for new Permitting Supervisor position (pending approval)
• Discussed using Limited Obligation Bonds for fire station financing (public hearing in March)

City Council

City Council approved three rezoning applications and a $14M engineering agreement for the Triangle Innovation Point. The council also authorized budget amendments for utilities and parks, and approved a 25-lot townhome preliminary plat.

• Approved $14,052,645 professional services agreement with Freese and Nichols (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 140.8+/- acres to Light Industrial and General Commercial (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 27.55+/- acres to Elizabeth Landing Subdivision Conditional Zoning District (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 16.41+/- acres to amend Ashby Village Conditional Zoning District (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for 25-lot Townes at Central Square (unanimous)
• Approved $82,000 budget amendment for Automated Metering Infrastructure (unanimous)
• Approved $34,000 budget amendment for park golf course survey (unanimous)
• Approved $174,225 performance guarantee for Southern Estates Subdivision (unanimous)

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

The Sanford/Lee County/Broadway Technical Review Committee is meeting virtually to review two development proposals: an expansion of the Sanford Water Filtration Plant and a conversion of a single-family home into a four-unit apartment building. Comments are due by February 9, 2023.

• Sanford Water Filtration Plant expansion: 102.77 acres, four sedimentation basins, clear well, GAC facility, raw water pump station replacement, new transmission main (TRC-01-01-23)
• Hawkins Avenue Apartments: interior renovation of single-family dwelling into four-unit apartment building at 118 Hawkins Avenue (TRC-01-02-23)
• Hawkins Avenue site must be rezoned from O&I to proceed as proposed
• Both projects are in Lee County jurisdiction; water plant on Poplar Springs Church Road, apartments in Sanford city limits

City Council

The Sanford City Council will hold a special work session to discuss updates from the Housing Authority, architectural plans for the Depot Building, Fire Station #5 construction and equipment, police recruitment and retention, a grant conflict of interest policy, a roadway agreement for Ashby Village, and a waterline extension agreement to Pittsboro. No votes are scheduled; these are discussion items only.

• Update from Sanford Housing Authority Interim Director Marcus Goodson
• Architectural plans for Depot Building by Traub Architecture and Design
• Fire Station #5: construction timeline, equipment purchase, personnel
• Police recruitment and retention discussion
• Waterline extension agreement to Pittsboro

City Council reached a favorable consensus to move forward with a $1.25 million renovation plan for the Depot Building. The council also agreed to proceed with rolling stock purchases for Fire Station #5 and a waterline extension agreement for Pittsboro.

• Approved renovation plan for Depot Building with $1.25 million budget (consensus)
• Approved proceeding with rolling stock purchases for Fire Station #5 (consensus)
• Approved hiring process for 15 additional fire department personnel (consensus)
• Approved recruitment and salary adjustment process for Police Department (consensus)
• Approved waterline extension agreement to Pittsboro (consensus)
• Signed updated Conflict of Interest Policy for SCIF Grant

Sanford Tourism Development Authority

The Sanford Tourism Development Authority is meeting to consider approval of financial reports for December and January, the 2022 audited financials, and to hear the Executive Director's and Marketing reports, including a Zartico data presentation and mid-year summaries. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions expected beyond approvals.

• Approval of November 22, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approval of financial reports (December and January)
• Approval of 2022 audited financials
• Executive Director report with Zartico data presentation and mid-year financial summary
• Marketing report with mid-year project and financial summary

The Authority approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda with amendments. Members accepted the financial reports, which showed an adjusted cash balance of $261,074.54 as of January 20, 2023.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Accepted financial reports as presented (unanimous)

Sanford Parks Advisory Committee

The Sanford Parks Advisory Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear an administrator's report, and discuss old and new business. Key items include updates on the Rails to Trail project, Year of the Trail, member pay process, and a Master Plan update. The meeting is largely procedural with routine reports and updates.

• Approval of minutes from November 21, 2022 and December 19, 2022 meetings
• Administrator's report including yearly report and weather widget for splash pad
• Rails to Trail update
• Year of the Trail discussion
• Master Plan update

The committee approved the minutes from the November meeting. Members discussed the first annual Sanford Parks report, a new weather station app at Kiwanis Splash Pad, and a planned Egg Hunt Event with Lee County.

• Approved November meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from November 27, 2022. Staff presented proposed revisions to downtown guidelines and signage rules for future votes. The Piedmont Blues Mural dedication was scheduled for May 13.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved November 27, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

Sanford Planning Board

The Sanford Planning Board will hold public hearings on a major subdivision preliminary plat for a 25-lot townhome development and three rezoning applications, including a 140.8-acre request to rezone land to Light Industrial and General Commercial. The board will make recommendations to the City Council, which will consider them on February 7, 2023. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and conflict of interest disclosures.

• Major subdivision preliminary plat for 25-lot townhome development (Case 2022-0101)
• Rezoning of 140.8 acres on NC Hwy 87 S to Light Industrial and General Commercial (Case 2022-1102)
• Rezoning of 27.42 acres on Carbonton Road to Elizabeth Landing Conditional Zoning District (Case 2022-0102)
• Rezoning of 16.41 acres on Ashby Road and Truelove Street to amend Ashby Village Conditional Zoning District (Case 2022-0103)

City Council

Council approved several ordinances and policies to establish the 2022 Urgent Repair Program for home rehabilitation. The board also approved the annexation of two properties and two residential rezoning requests.

• Approved 2022 Urgent Repair Program budget, grant ordinance, assistance policy, and procurement policy (Unanimous)
• Approved $7,500 local match for 2023 Urgent Repair Program application (Unanimous)
• Approved closing of 2018 Essential Single-Family Rehabilitation Loan Pool project (Unanimous)
• Approved conveyance of 612 Magnolia Street to Lee County (Unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for 40-lot Burns Drive Townhome community (Unanimous)
• Approved annexation of 140.8 acres for commercial/industrial use and 27.55 acres for townhomes (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning for Petty Road and Campbell Creek subdivisions to Conditional Zoning Districts (Unanimous)
• Tabled Reeves Property rezoning application until June 6, 2023 (Unanimous)

City Council

This agenda is a public notice that the Sanford City Council work session scheduled for January 10, 2023, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at that meeting.

• Work session cancelled

City Council

The Sanford City Council meeting scheduled for January 3, 2023, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only a public notice of cancellation and no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled
• No agenda items listed