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SouthportNC averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$394,900 Typical home value $548,875 +1.2% yr/yr · +23.4% 5-yr
👤 Members & officials (40)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Board of Adjustment
- Harley Lemons
- Pete Haislip
- Jason Robbins
- Chris Eckert
- Josh Cline-McGee
- Loten Masker
- Steve Dosher
- Tuck Masker
- John Allen
- Rodney Ross
- Derek Mabe
Who’s on the Board of Aldermen
- Richard Alt — Mayor
- Rebecca Kelley — Mayor Pro Tem
- Marc Spencer — Alderman
Who’s on the General
- Rebecca Kelley — Mayor Pro Tem
- Richard Alt — Mayor
Who’s on the Historic Preservation Commission
- Lowe Davis — Alderman
- Alexis Gore-Graves
- Bonner Herring
- Josh Cline-McGee
- Charles Drew
- Joanne Wesson
- Rick Pukenas
- Bonnie Bray
- Jim McKee
- Tal West
- Katherine Hufham
- Rick Pukanus
Who’s on the Planning Board
- Fred Fiss
- Kevin Locklin
- Sue Hodgin
- Will Hewett
- John Bove
- Larry Ashley
- Dick Sloan
- Donnie Joyner
- Doug Luehe
- Robert Lambert
- Roy Pender
- Scott Jones
🗳️ Election results (6 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
Mayor 2025-11-04
Joe Pat Hatem ✓ 1,210 · Rich Alt 852 · Write-In (Miscellaneous) 8
City Council Ward 02 2025-11-04
Paul Gross ✓ 861 · Bonnie L. Bray 795 · Nelson E. Adams 368 · Write-In (Miscellaneous) 2
City Council Ward 01 2025-11-04
Karen Mosteller ✓ 989 · Robert Carroll ✓ 920 · Mike Crosbie 910 · David Miller 767 · Write-In (Miscellaneous) 9
Mayor 2023-11-07
Rich Alt ✓ 840 · Joe Pat Hatem 839 · Mike Barbee 93 · Write-In (Miscellaneous) 1
City Council Ward 02 2023-11-07
Lowe Davis ✓ 1,095 · Rebecca Azzato Kelley ✓ 818 · Bonnie L. Bray 700 · John Allen 526 · Write-In (Miscellaneous) 8
City Council Ward 01 2023-11-07
Marc Spencer ✓ 878 · Tom Lombardi 794 · Write-In (Miscellaneous) 4
Upcoming
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 16:30
Board of Adjustment
Board of Adjustment to review variance request for 508 N. Howe
The Board of Adjustment will meet to consider a variance request for a property at 508 N. Howe. The board will also determine the regular meeting schedule for 2027.
- VAR-26-02 508 N. Howe
- 2027 Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting Schedule
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113 W. MOORE STREET, SOUTHPORT
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CITY OF SOUTHPORT
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT – REGULAR MEETING
INDIAN TRAIL MEETING HALL
113 W MOORE ST, SOUTHPORT NC 28461
October 27, 2026 | 4:30 PM
AGENDA
A.
Call to Order
B.
Pledge of Allegiance
C.
Explanation of Quasi-Judicial Process
D.
Conflicts of Interest and Impartiality Explanation
1.
The parties to this case are entitled to an impartial Board. A Board member
may not participate in this hearing if he or she has a fixed opinion about the
matter, a financial interest in the outcome, or a close relationship with an
affected person. Any Board member who has any partiality to disclose
should do so now.
E.
Approval of Minutes
1.
September 22, 2026, Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting Minutes
F.
New Business
1.
VAR-26-02 508 N. Howe
2.
2027 Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting Schedule
G.
Adjourn
Thu Nov 12, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Aldermen
223 E. Bay Street, Southport, NC 28461, Southport
Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Board
Southport Community Building, 223 E. Bay Street
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 16:30
Board of Adjustment
113 W. MOORE STREET, SOUTHPORT
Thu Dec 10, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Aldermen
223 E. Bay Street, Southport, NC 28461, Southport
Tue Dec 22, 2026 · 16:30
Board of Adjustment
113 W. MOORE STREET, SOUTHPORT
Recent meetings
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Board
Planning Board to review Dutchman Village commercial development
The Southport Planning Board will discuss a commercial development proposal for Dutchman Village Lot R. The board is also reviewing a text amendment regarding Bed and Breakfast events and updating its rules of procedure.
- MSP-26-01 - Dutchman Village Commercial Development - Lot R
- ZTA-24-05 - Bed and Breakfast Events Text Amendment
- Review of Rules of Procedure
- Review of Proposed UDO Text Amendment Template
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Southport Community Building, 223 E. Bay Street
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CITY OF SOUTHPORT
PLANNING BOARD- REGULAR MEETING INDIAN TRAIL MEETING HALL
113 W MOORE ST, SOUTHPORT NC 28461
October 15, 2026 - 6:00 PM
AGENDA
A.
Call to Order
B.
Invocation
C.
Pledge of Allegiance
Ethics Statement - If any members know of any conflict of interest, or the
D.
appearance of a conflict of interest, concerning matters on the agenda, please so state it
at this time.
E.
Approval of Agenda
F.
Approval of Minutes
1.
September 17, 2026, Planning Board Regular Meeting Minutes
G.
Public Comment
H.
Old Business
1.
ZTA-24-05 - Bed and Breakfast Events Text Amendment
2.
Planning Dashboard
I.
New Business
1.
MSP-26-01 - Dutchman Village Commercial Development - Lot R
2.
Rules of Procedure Review
3.
Proposed UDO Text Amendment Template Review
J.
Other Business
1.
Staff Update
K.
Announcements
L.
Adjourn
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Aldermen
Southport aldermen to hold public hearing on Southport Crossing development modification
The Southport Board of Aldermen meets October 8, 2026 at 6:00 PM at the Southport Community Building, 223 E Bay St. The main agenda item is a public hearing on ZMA-26-04, a major modification to the Southport Crossing Planned Unit Development, presented by Planning Services Director Maureen Meehan. The board will also consider a consent agenda covering an annexation petition clerk certification, minutes from four prior meetings, and finance policy updates. The meeting ends with a closed session under NCGS 143-318.11 for real property contract negotiations and personnel matters.
- Public hearing on ZMA-26-04, a major modification to the Southport Crossing Planned Unit Development
- Consent agenda includes an annexation petition clerk certification
- Consent agenda includes Finance Policy Updates
- Minutes up for approval: June 5, June 8, August 13, and September 10, 2026 Board of Aldermen meetings
- Closed session under NCGS 143-318.11 on real property contract terms and personnel qualifications
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223 E. Bay Street, Southport, NC 28461, Southport
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Meetings are open to the public. If you cannot attend the Board of Aldermen meetings in person, the meeting will be
available for to watch via live stream on the City of Southport website
(http://cityofsouthport.gov/livestream), Facebook page, and YouTube channel.
CITY OF SOUTHPORT
Board of Aldermen
Regular Meeting
October 8, 2026 | 6:00 PM
223 E Bay St, Southport, NC 28461
Southport Community Building
Please turn off or silence all cell phones
Agenda
A.
Call to Order
B.
Invocation
C.
Pledge of Allegiance
D.
Special Recognition
1.
• Certificate of Appreciation
• Fire Prevention Week
• Emergency Nurses Week
• Breast Cancer Awareness Month
• National Science Week
E.
Public Comment
F.
Ethics Statement - If any members know of any conflict of interest or the appearance of
a conflict of interest concerning matters on the agenda, please so state at this time.
G.
Approval of Agenda
H.
Approval of the Consent Agenda
1.
Annexation Petition Clerk Certification
2.
Minutes:
June 5, 2026 Board of Aldermen
June 8, 2026 Board of Aldermen
August 13, 2026 Board of Aldermen
September 10, 2026 Board of Aldermen
3.
Finance Policy Updates
I.
Agenda
1.
Public Hearing — ZMA-26-04 — Major Modification for Southport Crossing Planned Unit
Development
Planning Services Director Maureen Meehan
J.
Committee Reports
K.
Manager's Report
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Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 16:30
Board of Adjustment
Indian Trail Meeting Hall, SOUTHPORT
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 16:30
Board of Adjustment
Board to hear ADU special use permit and UDO appeal
The Southport Board of Adjustment is holding a regular meeting to consider two quasi-judicial matters: a special use permit application for an accessory dwelling unit at 931 Hankinsville Road and an appeal of a determination by the UDO Administrator regarding 1379 E. Moore Street. The board will also approve minutes from the August 25, 2026 meeting and recognize past board members.
- SUP-26-08: Special use permit for accessory dwelling unit at 931 Hankinsville Road
- AP-26-02: Appeal of UDO Administrator determination at 1379 E. Moore Street
- Approval of August 25, 2026 meeting minutes
- Recognition of past board members Pete Haislip and Harley Lemons
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113 W. MOORE STREET, SOUTHPORT
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CITY OF SOUTHPORT
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT – REGULAR MEETING
INDIAN TRAIL MEETING HALL
113 W MOORE ST, SOUTHPORT NC 28461
September 22, 2026 | 4:30 PM
Present Members: Jason Robbins, Loten Masker, Sue Hodgin, John Allen, Rodney Ross,
Jerry Rivenbark, Steve Dosher, Chris Eckert
Staff Present: Planning Director Maureen Meehan, Planner Wendell Biddle, PIO ChyAnn
Ketchum, Deputy Clerk Scott Baillargeon
AGENDA
A.
Call to Order
B.
Pledge of Allegiance
C.
Recognition of Past Board Members
1.
Mr. Pete Haislip
Mr. Harley Lemons
D.
Explanation of Quasi-Judicial Process and Proceedings
E.
Conflicts of Interest and Impartiality Explanation
1.
The parties to this case are entitled to an impartial Board. A Board member
may not participate in this hearing if he or she has a fixed opinion about the
matter, a financial interest in the outcome, or a close relationship with an
affected person. Any Board member who has any partiality to disclose
should do so now.
F.
Approval of Minutes
1.
August 25, 2026, Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting Minutes
G.
New Business
1.
SUP-26-08 Accessory Dwelling Unit - 931 Hankinsville Road
2.
AP-26-02 Appeal of Determination of UDO Administrator – 1379 E. Moore
Street
H.
Adjourn
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Board
Planning Board to review Southport Crossing PUD major modification
The Southport Planning Board is meeting to consider a major modification to the Southport Crossing PUD Master Development Plan (ZMA-26-04). The agenda also includes approval of minutes, public comment, and a planning dashboard update. This is a regular meeting with one substantive item under new business.
- ZMA-26-04 Southport Crossing PUD Master Development Plan Major Modification
- Approval of July 16, 2026 meeting minutes
- Public comment period
- Planning Dashboard update
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Indian Trail Meeting Hall, SOUTHPORT
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CITY OF SOUTHPORT
PLANNING BOARD – REGULAR MEETING
INDIAN TRAIL MEETING HALL
113 W MOORE ST, SOUTHPORT NC 28461
September 17, 2026 | 6:00 PM
AGENDA
A.
Call to Order
B.
Invocation
C.
Pledge of Allegiance
Ethics Statement - If any members know of any conflict of interest, or the
D.
appearance of a conflict of interest, concerning matters on the agenda,
please so state it at this time.
E.
Approval of Agenda
F.
Approval of Minutes
1.
July 16, 2026, Planning Board Regular Meeting Miunutes
G.
Public Comment
H.
Old Business
1.
Planning Dashboard
I.
New Business
1.
ZMA-26-04 Southport Crossing PUD Master Development Plan Major
Modification
J.
Announcements
1.
Staff Report
K.
Adjourn
Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Aldermen
Public hearing on data center moratorium and emergency management updates
The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing regarding a data center moratorium. The meeting also includes discussions on ordinance updates for emergency management and fire prevention.
- Public Hearing: Data Center Moratorium
- Ordinance Update: Chapter 6 - Emergency Management
- Ordinance Update: Chapter 7 - Fire Prevention & Protection
- Approval of FY27 Budget Amendment 4 - Powell Bill / Stormwater
- Special Recognition: Peace Day Proclamation
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✓ Decided: Southport adopts 15-month moratorium on data center development
The Board of Aldermen approved a temporary moratorium on data center development approvals to allow for the creation of land-use standards. The Board also tabled updates to emergency management and fire prevention ordinances pending further revisions.
- Approved 15-month moratorium on data center development approvals (unanimous)
- Tabled updates to Chapter 6 (Emergency Management) and Chapter 7 (Fire Prevention) ordinances (5-1)
- Approved FY27 Budget Amendment 4 for Powell Bill / Stormwater (unanimous)
- Approved meeting agenda and consent agenda (unanimous)
223 E. Bay Street, Southport, NC 28461, Southport
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# CITY OF SOUTHPORT
## Board of Aldermen <u>Regular Meeting</u>
### September 10, 2026 | 6:00 PM 223 E Bay St, Southport, NC 28461
### Southport Community Building
*Please turn off or silence all cell phones*
## Agenda
|A.||Call to Order|
|---|---|---|
|B.||Invocation|
|C.||Pledge of Allegiance|
|D.||Public Comment|
|E.||Ethics Statement-If any members know of any conflict of interest or the appearance of a conflict of interest concerning matters on the agenda, please so state at this time.|
|F.||Approval of Agenda|
|G.|1. 2.|Approval of the Consent Agenda FY27 Budget Amendment 4 - Powell Bill / Stormwater Minutes 10/15/2025 5/27/2026 6/4/2026 6/8/2026|
|H.|1.|Special Recognition Peace Day Proclamation|
|I.|Agenda 1. 2.|Public Hearing — Data Center Moratorium Planning Director Maureen Meehan Ordinance Update — Chapter 6 - Emergency Management & Chapter 7 - Fire Prevention & Protection Chief Drew|
|J.||Committee Reports|
|K.||Manager's Report|
|L.||Mayor's Comments|
|M.|1.|Staff Reports Community Relations|
*Meetings are open to the public. If you cannot attend the Board of Aldermen meetings in person, the meeting will be* *available for to watch via live stream on the City of Southport website* *([http://cityofsouthport.gov/livestream](http://cityofsouthport.gov/livestream)), Facebook page, and YouTube channel.*
|2.|Finance|
|---|---|
|3.|Permits & Inspections|
|4.|Police|
|5.|Planning|
|6.|Public Works|
|N.|Board Comments|
|O.|Closed Session NCGS 143-318.11|
|1. P. A …
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CITY OF SOUTHPORT
BOARD OF ALDERMEN
REGULAR MEETING
COMMUNITY BUILDING
223 E BAY ST, SOUTHPORT NC 28461
September 10, 2026 | 6:00 PM
Present Members:
Mayor Joseph Hatem, M.D.
Alderman Paul Gross
Alderman Marc Spencer
Alderman Rebecca Kelley
Alderman Lowe Davis
Alderman Robert Carroll
Mayor Pro-Tem Karen Mosteller
Absent Members:
Staff Present:
Noah Saldo, City Manager
Tori Deviney, City Clerk
ChyAnn Ketchum, Public Information
Officer Maureen Meehan, Planning Director
Charles Drew, Fire Chief
Ralph Treadway, Battalion Chief
Others Present:
City Attorney Brady Herman
Minutes
A.
Call to Order
Call to order by Mayor Joseph P. Hatem at 6pm.
B.
Invocation
Fire Chief Charles Drew provided the invocation.
C.
Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Hatem led everyone in the Pledge of Allegiance.
D.
Special Recognition
1.
Peace Day Proclamation
Mayor Hatem presented a proclamation recognizing September 21, 2026, as
the International Day of Peace in the City of Southport. He recognized
Marjorie Jones for her longstanding dedication to Peace Day in Southport
and acknowledged her role, along with three other local women, in beginning
the community’s Peace Day events in 2014.
2.
9/11 Proclamation
Mayor Hatem also presented a proclamation recognizing September 11,
2026, as a National Day of Service and Remembrance in observance of the
25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.
He recognized the lives lost, the courage and sacrifice of first resp …
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
that the permitting and inspection process could result in increased regulation of activities occurring on private residential property. Mayor Hatem requested a count of the vote. The motion passed…
5 yea
Gross yea · Kelley yea · Davis yea · Carroll yea · Mosteller yea
Mon Aug 31, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Aldermen
Community, Southport
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 16:30
Board of Adjustment
Board to hear variance request for 724 N Howe Street
The Southport Zoning Board of Adjustment is meeting to swear in members, select a chair and vice chair, and approve prior meeting minutes. The main item is a new business hearing for variance request VAR-26-01 at 724 N Howe Street. The meeting includes standard procedural explanations of the quasi-judicial process.
- Swearing in of new members Chris Eckert, Lotem "Tuck" Masker, Jerry Rivenbark, and Sue Hodgin
- Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
- Approval of May 26, 2026 meeting minutes
- Hearing for variance request VAR-26-01 at 724 N Howe Street
INDIAN TRAIL MEETING HALL, SOUTHPORT
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CITY OF SOUTHPORT
ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
113 W. MOORE STREET
August 25, 2026
4:30 PM
AGENDA
ETHICS STATEMENT:
“If any members know of any conflict of interest or the appearance of a conflict of interest concerning matters
on the agenda, please so state at this time.”
A.
Call to Order
B.
Pledge of Allegiance
C.
Swearing in of Members
1.
1. Chris Eckert
2. Lotem "Tuck" Masker
3. Jerry Rivenbark
4. Sue Hodgin
5. Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
D.
Approval of Minutes
1.
Approval of May 26, 2026, Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting Minutes
E.
Explanation of Quasi-Judicial Process
F.
Explanation of Proceedings
G.
New Business
1.
VAR-26-01 – 724 N Howe Street
H.
Other Business
I.
Adjourn
Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Board
Indian Trail Meeting Hall, SOUTHPORT
Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Aldermen
Board to consider golf cart ordinance update and multiple annexations/rezonings
The Southport Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings on annexation and rezoning for 1501 N Howe St, a rezoning for 140 Sandy Lane, and discuss a golf cart ordinance update. They will also consider a moratorium request for data centers, an AI software discussion, and approve the consent agenda including a paving contract and budget amendments.
- Public hearing: Annexation of 1501 N Howe St
- Public hearing: Rezoning of 1501 N Howe St
- Public hearing: Rezoning of 140 Sandy Lane
- 2026 Paving Project Contract
- Resolution supporting environmental impact statement for Cape Fear Memorial Bridge replacement
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✓ Decided: Board approves golf cart ordinance updates and annexes 1501 N. Howe St.
The Board of Aldermen approved amendments to the city's golf cart ordinance and voted to annex and rezone property at 1501 N. Howe Street to Highway Commercial. Additionally, the Board set a public hearing for September 10 to consider a 15-month moratorium on data centers and directed staff to develop a formal artificial intelligence policy. The Board also authorized a settlement agreement following a closed session.
- Approved golf cart ordinance amendments (4-2)
- Annexed 1501 N. Howe St. (unanimous)
- Rezoned 1501 N. Howe St. to Highway Commercial (unanimous)
- Rezoned 140 Sandy Lane to Highway Commercial (unanimous)
- Approved Turtle Bay final plat with conditions (unanimous)
- Set Sept. 10 public hearing for data center moratorium (unanimous)
- Directed staff to develop AI policy within 90 days (unanimous)
- Authorized settlement agreement from closed session (unanimous)
223 E. Bay Street, Southport, NC 28461, Southport
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Meetings are open to the public. If you cannot attend the Board of Aldermen meetings in person, the meeting will be
available for to watch via live stream on the City of Southport website
(http://cityofsouthport.gov/livestream), Facebook page, and YouTube channel.
CITY OF SOUTHPORT
Board of Aldermen
Regular Meeting
August 13, 2026 | 6:00 PM
223 E Bay St, Southport, NC 28461
Southport Community Building
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Agenda
A.
Call to Order
B.
Invocation
C.
Pledge of Allegiance
D.
Public Comment
E.
Ethics Statement - If any members know of any conflict of interest or the appearance of
a conflict of interest concerning matters on the agenda, please so state at this time.
F.
Approval of Agenda
G.
Approval of the Consent Agenda
1.
HPC Ordinance Repeal
2.
Meeting Minutes:
9/11/2025, 10/6/2025,10/9/2025, 6/2/2026, 6/11/2026, 6/17/2026
3.
2026 Paving Project Contract
4.
FY27 Budget Amendment — 1, 2 &3
5.
Resolution — Support for the preparation of an environmental impact statement for
NCDOT project HB-0039, The Cape Fear Memorial Bridge replacement, and supporting
the City of Wilmington and other Lower Cape Fear communities in seeking a
comprehensive regional environmental review
6.
Clerks Letter of Sufficiency — 1501 N Howe St — Annexation
H.
Special Recognition
1.
Forestry - Proclamation
2.
50th Anniversary of Franklin Square Art Gallery
I.
Agenda
1.
Golf Cart Ordinance Upda …
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CITY OF SOUTHPORT
BOARD OF ALDERMEN
REGULAR MEETING
COMMUNITY BUILDING
223 E BAY ST, SOUTHPORT NC 28461
August 13, 2026 | 6:00 PM
Present Members:
Mayor Joseph Hatem, M.D.
Alderman Paul Gross
Alderman Marc Spencer
Alderman Rebecca Kelley
Alderman Lowe Davis
Alderman Robert Carroll
Mayor Pro-Tem Karen Mosteller
Absent Members:
Staff Present:
Noah Saldo, City Manager
Tori Deviney, City Clerk
ChyAnn Ketchum, Public Information Officer
Maureen Meehan, Planning Director
Others Present:
City Attorney Brady Herman
Minutes
A.
Call to Order
Mayor Hatem called the August 13, 2026, Board of Alderman Regular
Meeting to order at 6 p.m.
B.
Invocation
Alderman Lowe Davis provided the invocation.
C.
Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Hatem led those present in the Pledge.
D.
Public Comment
Mayor Hatem opened the public comment period and reminded speakers to
state their name, address, and topic and to observe the three-minute time
limit.
Mr. Brian MacDonald, 5203 White Ibis Court, spoke regarding the recent
appointment of Jerry Rivenbark to the Board of Adjustment. Mr. MacDonald
expressed concern regarding alleged zoning and other regulatory violations
associated with Mr. Rivenbark’s property and questioned the
appropriateness of his service on a quasi-judicial board responsible for
zoning appeals, special use permits, and variances. He described several
alleged violations involving the use of residentially zoned proper …
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 16:30
Board of Adjustment
Indian Trail Meeting Hall, SOUTHPORT
Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Board
Map amendment at 1501 N. Howe Street and data center text amendment on agenda
The Planning Board will consider a map amendment for 1501 N. Howe Street (ZMA-26-03) and a text amendment regulating data centers (ZTA-26-05). A discussion on the zoning template review is also scheduled. The meeting includes public comment and swearing-in of new members, and the August 20 regular meeting will be cancelled.
- Swearing in of Ed Ekert (Seat #5) and Lawrence N. Ashley (Seat #4), plus chair/vice chair selection
- ZMA-26-03: Map amendment for 1501 N. Howe Street
- ZTA-26-05: Text amendment regarding data centers
- Zoning template review discussion
- Cancellation of the August 20, 2026 Planning Board regular meeting
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Indian Trail Meeting Hall, Southport
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Meetings are open to the public. If you cannot attend the Planning Board meetings in person, the meeting will be available
for to watch via live stream on the City of Southport website
(http://cityofsouthport.gov/livestream), Facebook page, and YouTube channel.
CITY OF SOUTHPORT
Planning Board
Regular Meeting
July 16, 2026 | 6:00 PM
113 W Moore St, Southport, NC 28461
Indian Trail Meeting Hall
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Agenda
A. Call to Order
B. Invocation
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Swearing in of Members
1. Swearing in of Ed Ekert Seat #5
Swearing in of Lawrence N. Ashley Seat #4
Chair and Vice Chair Selection
E. Ethics Statement - If any members know of any conflict of interest, or the appearance of
a conflict of interest, concerning matters on the agenda, please so state it at this time.
F. Approval of Agenda
G. Approval of Minutes
1. June 18, 2026, Planning Board Regular Meeting Minutes
H. Public Comment
I. Old Business
J. New Business
1. ZMA-26-03 Map Amendment 1501 N. Howe Street
2. ZTA-26-05 Text Amendment Data Centers
3. Zoning Template Review - Discussion
K. Staff Updates
1. Planning Services Updates
2. Cancellation of August 20, 2026, Planning Board Regular Meeting
L. Adjourn
Meetings are open to the public. If you cannot attend the Planning Board meetings in person, the meeting will be available
for to watch via live stream on the City of Southport website
(http://cityofsouthport.gov/li …
Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Aldermen
Board to consider annexation petition and flood reduction contract
The Southport Board of Aldermen will hold its regular meeting on July 9, 2026, with a consent agenda including an EMS franchise agreement, an annexation petition certification resolution, and a design contract for Bonnet's Creek flood reduction. Regular agenda items include discussions on the Historic Preservation Appearance Commission, chickens in residential areas, right-of-way ordinance enforcement, development concerns near Rivermist Community, and a Board of Adjustment appointment. The meeting is open to the public and will be live-streamed.
- FY27 EMS Franchise Agreement (Pages 3-11)
- Annexation Petition Clerk Certification Resolution (Pages 12-20)
- Bonnet's Creek Flood Reduction Design Contract (Pages 21-32)
- Resolution of support for Culvert Replacement at Bonnet's Creek and E. Moore St. (Pages 43-44)
- Discussion: Chickens In Residential Areas (Pages 121-126)
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CITY OF SOUTHPORT
Board of Aldermen
Regular Meeting
July 9, 2026 | 6:00 PM
223 E Bay St, Southport, NC 28461
Southport Community Building
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Agenda
A. Call to Order
B. Invocation
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Special Presentation
E. Public Comment
F. Approval of Agenda
G.
Ethics statement- If any members know of any conflict of interest or the appearance of
a conflict of interest concerning matters on the agenda, please so state at this time.
H. Approval of the Consent Agenda
1. FY27 EMS Franchise Agreement (Pgs.3-11)
2. Annexation Petition Clerk Certification Resolution (Pgs.12-20)
3. Bonnet's Creek Flood Reduction Design Contract (21-32)
4.
5.
Aldermen Meeting Minutes October 6, 2025 (33-42)
Resolution of support for the Culvert Replacement at Bonnet’s Creek and E. Moore St.
(Pgs.43-44)
I. Agenda
1. Southport Historic Preservation Appearance Commission (Pgs.45-120)
Mayor Pro Tem Mosteller
2. Chickens In Residential Areas (Pgs.121-126)
Alderman Carroll
3. Right Of Way Ordinance and Enforcement (Pg.127)
Alderman Carroll
4. Development Concerns Near the Rivermist Community (Pg.128)
Mayor Pro Tem Mosteller
5. Board of A …
Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 16:30
Board of Adjustment
113 W. MOORE STREET, SOUTHPORT
Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Board
Planning Board to consider rezoning R-20 to HC and major site plan for housing partnership
The Southport Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on June 18, 2026, to discuss old and new business. Key items include a rezoning request from R-20 to HC (ZMA-26-01) and a major site plan from Brunswick Housing Partnership (MSP-26-02). The board will also receive updates on zoning text amendments, data centers, and legislative changes.
- MSP-26-02: Brunswick Housing Partnership Major Site Plan
- ZMA-26-01: Rezoning from R-20 (Residential) to HC (Highway Commercial)
- ZTA-26-04: Zoning Text Amendment on mobile vendors/food trucks
- ZMA-26-02: Zoning Map Amendment for Yacht Basin Parking Overlay District
- Annual Report (11 months) presented as old business
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Southport Community Building, 223 E. Bay Street
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(http://cityofsouthport.gov/livestream), Facebook page, and YouTube channel.
CITY OF SOUTHPORT
Planning Board
Regular Meeting
June 18, 2026 | 6:00 PM
113 W Moore St, Southport, NC 28461
Indian Trail Meeting Hall
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Agenda
A. Call to Order
B. Invocation
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Ethics Statement - If any members know of any conflict of interest, or the appearance of
a conflict of interest, concerning matters on the agenda, please so state it at this time.
E. Approval of Agenda
F. Approval of Minutes
1. May 21, 2026, Planning Board Regular Meeting Minutes
G. Public Comment
H. Old Business
1. Annual Report (11 Months)
I. New Business
1. MSP-26-02 Brunswick Housing Partnership Major Site Plan
2. ZMA-26-01 Rezoning R-20 to HC
3. North Carolina School of Government Training Opportunities
J. Staff - Planning Board Updates
1. Zoning Updates
1. ZMA-25-02 – Local Historic District Overlay
2. TA-24-05 Bed & Breakfast Special Events
3. ZTA-26-04 Zoning Text Amendment Section 3.8.Y. Mobile Vendor or Food Truck
4. ZMA-26-02 – Zoning Map Amendment – Yacht Basin Parking Overlay Zoning
District
5. Project 2050 – UDO Update
6. Planning Board Working Meeting to Determine Metrics
2. Planning Board Subcommittee Updates
1. …
Wed Jun 17, 2026 · 13:00
Board of Aldermen
Southport Board of Aldermen to address FY26-27 Budget
The Board of Aldermen is reconvening a recessed meeting to discuss the FY26-27 Budget. The body will also consider appointments for several city boards and committees.
- FY26-27 Budget
- ABC Board appointments
- Forestry Committee appointments
- Planning Board appointments
- Board of Adjustment and Historic Preservation Commission appointments
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✓ Decided: Southport Board of Aldermen approves FY26-27 budget and committee appointments
The Board of Aldermen approved the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget, which includes a 1.5% merit-based employee bonus. Additionally, the Board made several appointments to the ABC Board, Forestry Committee, Planning Board, Board of Adjustment, and Cemetery Committee. Consideration of certain appointments was delayed pending further information regarding potential conflicts of interest and code enforcement violations.
- Approved FY26-27 budget with 1.5% merit bonus (unanimous)
- Reappointed Jim Poppe to ABC Board (5-1)
- Reappointed Adam Steadman to ABC Board (unanimous)
- Appointed Angela Wadsworth and Gabe Azzato to ABC Board (5-1)
- Appointed Michael Proctor and Scott Len to Forestry Committee (unanimous)
- Reappointed Larry Ashley and Ed Ekert to Planning Board (unanimous)
- Reappointed Chris Eckert and Tuck Masker to Board of Adjustment (unanimous)
- Appointed Sue Hodgin to Board of Adjustment (4-3)
113 W Moore St, Southport
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CITY OF SOUTHPORT
Board of Aldermen
Regular Meeting
June 17, 2026 1:00 PM Recessed from June 11, 2026 6:00PM
113 W Moore St, Southport, NC 28461
Indian Trail Meeting Hall
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Agenda
A. Call to Order - Recessed meeting from June 11, 2026
B. Agenda
1. FY26-27 Budget (Pgs.2-100)
City Manager Noah Saldo
2. Board and Committee Appointments (Pgs.101-170)
• ABC Board
• Forestry Committee
• Planning Board
• Board of Adjustment
• Historic Preservation Commission
• Cemetery Committee
C. Manager's Report
D. Mayor's Comments
E. Board Comments
F. Adjourn
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CITY OF SOUTHPORT
BOARD OF ALDERMEN — REGULAR MEETING
COMMUNITY BUILDING
223 E BAY ST, SOUTHPORT NC 28461
June 17, 2026 | 1:00 PM
Present Members:
Joseph Hatem, M.D.. Paul Gross. Mare Spencer, Rebecca Kelley, Lowe Davis. Robert Carroll.
Karen Mosteller
Absent Members:
Staff Present; City Manager Noah Saldo, City Clerk Tori Deviney, Public Information Officer ChyAnn
Ketchum, Planning Services Director Maureen Meehan, Police Chief Todd Coring, Fire Chief Charles Drew
Others Present:
City Attorney Brady Herman
A. Call to Order - Recessed meeting from June 11, 2026
Mayor Hatem called the recessed meeting of June 11 back to order at 1:00 p.m.
B. Agenda
1. FY26-27 Budget
City Manager Noah Saido
Mayor Hatem opened discussion on the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Budget and invited the Board to consider any amendments before final
adoption.
Alderman Carroll reopened discussion regarding employee merit
compensation, noting that the proposed budget included a flat $500 merit
payment. He asked City Manager Saldo to explain how returning to the
percentage-based merit increases used in previous years would compare to
the proposed flat amount and whether he recommended the flat payment or
a percentage increase. City Manager Saldo explained that the $500 merit
payment had been proposed because it allowed the City to maintain a
balanced budget without requiring an additional tax increase. He stated,
however, that from an employee's perspective, he believed a percentage-
based in …
Thu Jun 11, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Aldermen
Board to hold public hearing on FY26-27 budget and electric rate adjustment
The Southport Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings on the proposed FY26-27 budget and an electric rate adjustment. The board will also hold public hearings on zoning text amendments for mobile food vendors (food trucks) and bed & breakfasts, and a zoning map amendment for the Yacht Basin Parking Overlay District. Other business includes a shoreline stabilization contract, consent agenda items such as a bond referendum letter of support and budget amendments, and board/committee appointments. The meeting will conclude with a closed session for attorney consultation and negotiation.
- Public hearing on FY26-27 Budget
- Public hearing on Electric Rate Adjustment
- Public hearing on Zoning Text Amendment for Mobile Food Vendors (Food Trucks)
- Public hearing on Zoning Text Amendment for Bed & Breakfast
- Public hearing on Zoning Map Amendment for Yacht Basin Parking Overlay District
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✓ Decided: Board awards $3.29M shoreline stabilization contract to Civil Works Contracting
The Board awarded a $3,294,674.47 construction contract to Civil Works Contracting, LLC for the Southport Shorefront Improvements project, funded entirely by a $5 million state grant, and approved a related engineering services task order with Foth Olson Associates. The Board also approved a zoning text amendment simplifying mobile food vendor permitting, expanded the Yacht Basin Parking Overlay District, and approved a letter supporting the Brunswick County schools bond referendum on a 4-3 vote. A motion to add a Historic Preservation Commission item to the agenda failed on a 4-3 vote, and a proposed bed-and-breakfast zoning amendment was tabled for further review by an ad hoc committee.
- Awarded $3,294,674.47 shoreline stabilization contract to Civil Works Contracting, LLC (unanimous)
- Approved Task Order No. 7 with Foth Olson Associates for construction engineering services (unanimous)
- Approved zoning text amendment for mobile food vendor permitting (unanimous)
- Approved zoning map amendment expanding Yacht Basin Parking Overlay District (unanimous)
- Approved Brunswick County Schools Bond Referendum Letter of Support (4-3, Mayor broke tie)
- Failed to add Historic Preservation Commission item to agenda (4-3, Mayor voted no)
- Tabled bed-and-breakfast zoning amendment; formed ad hoc committee
- Postponed electric rate adjustment to June 17, 2026 meeting
223 E. Bay Street, Southport, NC 28461, Southport
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CITY OF SOUTHPORT
Board of Aldermen
Regular Meeting
June 11, 2026 | 6:00 PM
223 E Bay St, Southport, NC 28461
Southport Community Building
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Agenda
A. Call to Order
B. Invocation
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Special Recognition
1. FPTower, Inc. Presentation of Award of A U Safe life buoy To the Southport Fire Department
2. Gooney Bird Proclamation
3. Juneteenth Proclamation
E. Public Comment
F. Ethics Statement - If any members know of any conflict of interest or the appearance of
a conflict of interest concerning matters on the agenda, please so state at this time.
G. Approval of Agenda
H. Approval of the Consent Agenda
1. Brunswick County Schools Bond Referendum Letter of Support (Pg. 3)
2. Finance — FY26 Budget Amendment 4 (Pgs.4-5)
3. Finance — FY26 Budget Amendment 5 (Pgs.6-7)
4. Brough Law Firm, PLLC - Rate Adjustment (Pgs.8-9)
I. Agenda
1. Shoreline Stabilization Contract (Pgs.10-19)
City Engineer Bob Jarvis
2. Public Hearing — ZTA-26-04 - Zoning Text Amendment — Standards for Mobile Food
Vendor or Food Trucks (Pgs.20-27)
Planning Services Director Maureen Meehan
3. Public Hearing — ZTA-24-05 - Zoning Text Amendment — …
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CITY OF SOUTHPORT
BOARD OF ALDERMEN — REGULAR MEETING
COMMUNITY BUILDING
223 E BAY ST, SOUTHPORT NC 28461
June 11. 2026 | 6:00 PM
Present Members:
Joseph Hatem, M.D., Paul Gross. Mare Spencer. Rebecca Kelley. Lowe Davis, Robert Carroll,
Karen Mosteller
Absent Members:
Staff Present: City Manager Noah Saldo, City Clerk Tori Deviney, Public Information Officer ChyAnn
Ketchum, Planning Services Director Maureen Meehan, Police Chief Todd Coring, Fire Chief Charles Drew
Others Present:
City Attorney Brady Herman
A. Call to Order
Mayor Hatem called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm.
B. Invocation
Reverend Annette Clemmons, from Carvers Creek AME Zion Church, provided
the invocation.
Cc. Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Hatem led everyone in the Pledge of Allegiance.
D. Special Recognition
1. FPTower, Inc. Presentation of the Award of A U Safe life buoy To the Southport
Fire Department
Mayor Hatem noted that the representatives from FPTower, Inc. were not
present at the meeting. He indicated that the presentation would be
rescheduled for a later meeting, noting that the public may have seen related
coverage in the local paper.
2. Gooney Bird Proclamation
Mayor Hatem read the City of Southport Gooney Bird Artist Appreciation
Proclamation in full. The proclamation recognized the anonymous artist
behind Southport's beloved Gooney Birds, noting that through her whimsical
and unmistakable creations she has sparked smiles, inspired conversations,
and sent people on delightful ad …
Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Aldermen
Procedural special meeting with no substantive decisions
The Southport Board of Aldermen will hold a special meeting on June 8, 2026, at 9:00 AM in the Indian Trail Meeting Hall. The agenda consists solely of procedural items, including a budget workshop, with no decisions or notable items scheduled.
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113 W Moore St, Southport
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CITY OF SOUTHPORT
Board of Aldermen
Special Meeting
June 8, 2026 | 9:00 AM
113 W Moore St, Southport, NC 28461
Indian Trail Meeting Hall
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Agenda
A. Call to Order
B. Invocation
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Agenda
1. Budget Workshop
E. Adjourn
Fri Jun 5, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Aldermen
Budget workshop for multiple city departments
The Board of Aldermen is holding a special budget workshop to discuss funding for Public Works, Electric, Police, and Fire & EMS departments. No votes or decisions are expected; this is a discussion session.
- Budget workshop covering Public Works, Electric, Police, and Fire & EMS departments
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CITY OF SOUTHPORT
Board of Aldermen
Special Meeting
June 5, 2026 | 9:00 AM
113 W Moore St, Southport, NC 28461
Indian Trail Meeting Hall
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Agenda
A. Call to Order
B. Invocation
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Agenda
1. Budget Workshop
• Public Works
• Electric
• Police
• Fire & EMS
E. Adjourn
Thu Jun 4, 2026 · 13:00
Board of Aldermen
Board of Aldermen holds budget workshop for 2026 special meeting
The Southport Board of Aldermen will hold a special meeting on June 4, 2026, at 1:00 PM in the Indian Trail Meeting Hall. The primary item is a budget workshop led by City Manager Noah Saldo, covering administration, finance, parks and recreation, community relations, planning, and permitting.
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113 W Moore St, Southport
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(http://cityofsouthport.gov/livestream), Facebook page, and YouTube channel.
CITY OF SOUTHPORT
Board of Aldermen
Special Meeting
June 4, 2026 | 1:00 PM
113 W Moore St, Southport, NC 28461
Indian Trail Meeting Hall
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Agenda
A. Call to Order
B. Invocation
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Agenda
1. Budget Workshop
City Manager Noah Saldo
• Board / Administration / Finance
• Parks & Recreation
• Community Relations
• Planning
• Permitting & Inspections
E. Adjourn
Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Aldermen
Board to hear proposal for historic district overlay map amendment
The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing to consider a proposed amendment to the Local Historic District Overlay Map and Standards. The meeting will be held at the Southport Community Building.
- Public hearing for ZMA-25-02: Local Historic District Overlay Map Amendment and Standards
- Meeting location: Southport Community Building, 223 E Bay St
- Meeting time: June 2, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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✓ Decided: Public hearing held on proposed Historic District Overlay; no vote taken
The Board of Aldermen conducted a public hearing on the proposed Local Historic District Overlay Map Amendment and Design Standards. Numerous residents and property owners spoke or submitted letters, with the majority opposing the proposal and a few supporting it. No decision was made; the hearing was closed and the meeting adjourned without a vote on the overlay.
- Closed public hearing on proposed Local Historic District Overlay (no vote)
- Adjourned meeting unanimously (motion by Carroll, second by Kelley)
223 E Bay St, Southport
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CITY OF SOUTHPORT
Board of Aldermen
Regular Meeting
June 2, 2026 | 6:00 PM
223 E Bay St, Southport, NC 28461
Southport Community Building
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Agenda
A. Call to Order
B. Invocation
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Agenda
1. PUBLIC HEARING - ZMA-25-02 - Local Historic District Overlay Map Amendment
and Standards
E. Adjourn
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CITY OF SOUTHPORT
BOARD OF ALDERMEN — REGULAR MEETING
COMMUNITY BUILDING
223 E BAY ST, SOUTHPORT NC 28461
June 2, 2026 | 6:00 PM
Present Members:
Joseph Hatem, M.D., Paul Gross, Marc Spencer, Rebecca Kelley, Lowe Davis, Robert Carroll,
Karen Mosteller
Absent Members:
Staff Present: City Manager Noah Saldo, City Clerk Tori Deviney, Public Information Officer
ChyAnn Ketchup, Planning Services Director Maureen Meehan, Police Chief
Todd Coring, Fire Chief Charles Drew, Battalion Chief Ralph Treadway
Others Present:
City Attorney Brady Herman
A. Call to Order
Mayor Hatem called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm.
B. Invocation
Mayor Hatem provided the invocation.
C. Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Hatem led everyone in the Pledge of Allegiance.
D. Agenda
1. Southport Appearance Commission
Mayor Hatem announced that the purpose of the meeting was to conduct the
public hearing on the proposed Local Historic District Overlay Map
Amendment and Design Standards. He noted that the previous Town Hall
meeting had been an opportunity for dialogue between staff and citizens,
while this meeting was a formal public hearing.
City Manager Noah Saldo reviewed the public hearing procedures,
explaining that each speaker would be allotted three minutes in accordance
with the Board's Rules of Procedure and applicable state law. He stated that
Planning Services Director Maureen Meehan would present the item before
the Clerk called speakers and read written comments submitted for the
record. …
Wed May 27, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Aldermen
113 W Moore St, Southport
Tue May 26, 2026 · 16:30
Board of Adjustment
Board considers special use permit for Brunswick Partnership for Housing
The Southport Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to consider a special use permit application (SUP-26-06) from Brunswick Partnership for Housing. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and standard procedural items.
- SUP-26-06 - Special Use Permit application from Brunswick Partnership for Housing
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Indian Trail Meeting Hall 113 W. MOORE STREET, SOUTHPORT
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CITY OF SOUTHPORT
ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
113 W. MOORE STREET
May 26, 2026
4:30 PM
AGENDA
ETHICS STATEMENT:
“If any members know of any conflict of interest or the appearance of a conflict of interest concerning matters
on the agenda, please so state at this time.”
A. Call to Order
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Approval of Minutes
1. April 28, 2026, Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting Minutes
D. Explanation of Quasi-Judicial Process
E. Explanation of Proceedings
F. Old Business
G. New Business
1. SUP-26-06 - Special Use Permit -- Brunswick Partnership for Housing
H. Other Business
I. Adjourn
Thu May 21, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Board
Planning Board to consider Yacht Basin Overlay Zoning Map Amendment
The Southport Planning Board will discuss and potentially decide on ZMA-26-02, a zoning map amendment for the Yacht Basin Overlay district, as new business. They will also receive updates on several zoning text amendments (including local historic district overlay, PUD modifications, bed and breakfast special events, pools in business districts, and mobile vendors) and an annual report and resiliency planning update.
- ZMA-26-02 Yacht Basin Overlay Zoning Map Amendment
- ZMA-25-02 Local Historic District Overlay update
- ZMA-25-03 Southport Crossing PUD Master Development Plan Major Modification update
- ZTA-26-03 Zoning Text Amendment for pools in Business District
- ZTA-26-04 Zoning Text Amendment for mobile vendors/food trucks
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Southport Community Building, 223 E. Bay Street
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(http://cityofsouthport.gov/livestream), Facebook page, and YouTube channel.
CITY OF SOUTHPORT
Planning Board
Regular Meeting
May 21, 2026 | 6:00 PM
223 E Bay St, Southport, NC 28461
Southport Community Building
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Agenda
A. Call to Order
B. Invocation
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Swearing in of Member
1. Swearing in of Mr. Clark Freise to the Alternate Position
E. Ethics Statement: If any members know of any conflict of interest, or the appearance of a
conflict of interest, concerning matters on the agenda, please so state it at this time.
F. Approval of Agenda
G. Approval of Minutes
1. February 4, 2025, Planning Board Special Meeting Minutes
2. March 7, 2025, Planning Board Special Meeting Minutes
3. April 16, 2026, Planning Board Regular Meeting Minutes
H. Public Comment
I. Old Business
1. Dashboard Update
J. New Business
1. ZMA-26-02 Yacht Basin Overlay Zoning Map Amendment
2. Annual Report
3. Resiliency Planning Update
K. Staff Reports
1. Other Board and Committee Planning Updates
2. Planning Updates
3. June 2026 Meeting & Future Meetings - Indian Trail Meeting Hall
4. Zoning Updates
a. ZMA-25-02 - Local Historic District Overlay
b. ZMA-25-03 - Southport Crossing Planned Unit Development (PUD) …
Thu May 14, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Aldermen
Public hearings on pool zoning and PUD map change, plus budget and noise ordinance
The Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings on two zoning changes: a text amendment for swimming pools in business districts and a map amendment for a PUD modification. Consent agenda items include the FY26 annual financial audit contract and budget amendment #3. Other business includes the Fire Department's 2025 annual report, a discussion of the noise ordinance, and setting a date for a public hearing on historic preservation. Proclamations will recognize Law Enforcement Officers Month and Memorial Day.
- Public Hearing: ZTA-26-03 Text Amendment — Swimming Pools in Business District
- Public Hearing: ZMA-25-03 Zoning Map Amendment — PUD Modification
- FY26 Annual Financial Audit Contract
- FY26 Budget Amendment #3
- Southport Fire Department Annual Report for 2025
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223 E. Bay Street, Southport, NC 28461, Southport
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(http://cityofsouthport.gov/livestream), Facebook page, and YouTube channel.
CITY OF SOUTHPORT
Board of Aldermen
Regular Meeting
May 14, 2026 | 6:00 PM
223 E Bay St, Southport, NC 28461
Southport Community Building
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Agenda
A. Call to Order
B. Invocation
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Public Comment - 3 Minute Time Limit
E. Ethics Statement
1. If any members know of any conflict of interest or the appearance of a conflict of interest
concerning matters on the agenda, please so state at this time.
F. Approval of Agenda
G. Approval of the Consent Agenda
1. FY26 Annual Financial Audit Contract (Pgs.3-22)
2. FY26 Budget Amendment #3 (Pgs.23-24)
3. Board of Aldermen Meeting Minutes (Pgs.25-195)
April 9, 2026
March 12, 2026
March 4, 2026
July 10, 2025
July 22, 2025
August 4, 2025
August 14, 2025
H. Special Recognition
1. Law Enforcement Officers Month and Peace Officers Memorial Day Proclamation
2. Memorial Day Proclamation
I. Agenda
1. Public Hearing— ZTA-26-03 Text Amendment — Swimming Pools in Business District
Planning Services Director Maureen Meehan (Pgs.196-204)
2. Public Hearing — ZMA-25-03 Zoning Map Amendment — PUD Modification
Planning Services Director Maureen Meehan (Pgs.205-269)
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Wed May 6, 2026 · 16:00
Historic Preservation Commission
Historic Preservation Commission to discuss updated design standards
The Historic Preservation Commission holds its regular monthly meeting. The main item of business is discussion of updated Local Historic Preservation Design Standards. The commission will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and hear public comment.
- Discussion of Updated Local Historic Preservation Design Standards
- Approval of April 1, 2026 meeting minutes
- Public comment period
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Indian Trail Meeting Hall, Southport
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CITY OF SOUTHPORT
CITY OF SOUTHPORT
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Indian Trail Meeting Hall
113 W. Moore Street
Southport, North Carolina 28461
May 6, 2026
AGENDA
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The Historic Preservation Commission's regular monthly meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. on the
first Wednesday of each month. All members are asked to attend.
A. Call to Order
B. Invocation
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Approval of Agenda
E. Approval of Minutes
1. April 1, 2026, Historic Preservation Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
F. Public Comment
G. Old Business
1. Updated Local Historic Preservation Design Standards
H. New Business
I. Other Business
J. Announcements
K. Adjourn
Tue Apr 28, 2026 · 16:30
Board of Adjustment
Board to consider special use permit for accessory dwelling unit
The Board of Adjustment will meet to approve minutes from the March 24 meeting and consider a special use permit for an accessory dwelling unit at 216 N. Atlantic Avenue.
- Approval of March 24, 2026, meeting minutes
- SUP-26-05: Special Use Permit for Accessory Dwelling Unit at 216 N. Atlantic Avenue
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✓ Decided: Board approves ADU at 216 N. Atlantic Ave with no-rental condition
The Board of Adjustment unanimously approved a Special Use Permit (SUP-26-05) for an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) within an existing detached garage at 216 N. Atlantic Avenue. The approval includes a condition that the ADU cannot be rented separately from the primary residence. The board also discussed a prior application for a nearby property, confirming that the owner built the structure by right and no board action was required.
- Approved SUP-26-05 for ADU at 216 N. Atlantic Ave (unanimous)
- Added condition: ADU cannot be rented separately from primary residence
- Approved March 24, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Confirmed no action on prior N. Atlantic Ave property; structure built by right
Indian Trail Meeting Hall 113 W Moore St, Southport
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CITY OF SOUTHPORT
ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
INDIAN TRAIL MEETING HALL
113 W. MOORE STREET
April 28, 2026
4:30 PM
AGENDA
ETHICS STATEMENT:
“If any members know of any conflict of interest or the appearance of a conflict of interest concerning matters
on the agenda, please so state at this time.”
A. Call to Order
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Approval of Minutes
1. March 24, 2026, Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting Minutes
D. Explanation of Quasi-Judicial Process
E. Explanation of Proceedings
F. Old Business
G. New Business
1. SUP-26-05 Special Use Permit – Accessory Dwelling Unit - 216 N. Atlantic Avenue
H. Other Business
I. Adjourn
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CITY OF SOUTHPORT
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
REGULAR MEETING
INDIAN TRAIL MEETING HALL
113 W. MOORE ST SOUTHPORT, NC 28461
April 28", 2026, 4:30 PM
Minutes
Present Members: Chair Pete Haislip, Vice Chair Jason Robbins, Tuck Masker, Rodney Ross,
John Allen, Steve Dosher, Harley Lemons, Chris Eckert
Staff Present: Maureen Meehan, Planning Services Director; Wendell Biddle, City Planner;
ChyAnn Ketchum, Public Information Officer; Scott Baillargeon, Deputy City Clerk
Board Liaison: Alderman Mark Spencer
A. Callto Order
Chair Haislip called the meeting to order at 4:30 p.m.
B. Pledge of Allegiance
Chair Haislip led members in the recitation of the Pledge.
C. Approval of Minutes
1. March 24", 2026, Board of Adjustment Meeting Minutes
A motion was made by Mr. Allen and seconded by Mr. Ross to approve the
March 24", 2026, Board of Adjustment Meeting Minutes.
The motion carried unanimously.
D. Explanation of Quasi-Judicial Process
Chair Haislip opened the quasi-judicial evidentiary hearing and explained that the
hearing would be conducted in a manner similar to a court proceeding. He stated that
North Carolina law establishes specific procedures and rules governing how the
Board of Adjustment must reach its decision in quasi-judicial matters, and that these
procedures differ from administrative or legislative land-use decisions.
Chair Haislip advised that the Board’s discretion is limited and that its decision must
be based on competent, material, and substantial evidence presente …
Thu Apr 16, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Board
Planning Board to review zoning changes for B&Bs, pools, food trucks
The Southport Planning Board will hold its regular monthly meeting, primarily to discuss and potentially act on three zoning text amendments. These include a continuation of a bed-and-breakfast special events amendment, a new amendment to allow pools in business districts, and another to regulate mobile vendors or food trucks. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and public comment.
- ZTA-24-05: Zoning Text Amendment Section 3.8.C. Bed and Breakfast (Special Events) - old business
- ZTA-26-03: Zoning Text Amendment Section 3.1 Table of Uses – Pools in Business District - new business
- ZTA-26-04: Zoning Text Amendment Section 3.8.Y. Mobile Vendor or Food Truck - new business
- Approval of March 19, 2026, Planning Board Regular Meeting Minutes
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Southport Community Building, Southport
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CITY OF SOUTHPORT
PLANNING BOARD
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
SOUTHPORT COMMUNITY BUILDING
223 E BAY ST
SOUTHPORT NC 28461
April 16, 2026
6:00 PM
Agenda
Please turn off all cell phones
The regular monthly meeting of the Planning Board will be held at 6:00 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month.
All members are asked to attend.
A.
Call to Order
B.
Invocation
C.
Pledge of Allegiance
D.
Ethics Statement: If any members know of any conflict of interest, or the appearance of a conflict of
interest, concerning matters on the agenda, please so state it at this time.
E.
Approval of Agenda
F.
Approval of Minutes
1.
March 19, 2026, Planning Board Regular Meeting Minutes
G.
Public Comment
H.
Old Business
1.
ZTA-24-05 Zoning Text Amendment Section 3.8.C. Bed and Breakfast (Special Events)
I.
New Business
1.
ZTA-26-03 Zoning Text Amendment Section 3.1 Table of Uses – Pools in Business District
2.
ZTA-26-04 Zoning Text Amendment Section 3.8.Y. Mobile Vendor or Food Truck
J.
Staff Reports
1.
Other Board and Committee Planning Updates
2.
Planning Updates
3.
Special Projects
K.
Board Comments
L.
Adjourn
Mon Apr 13, 2026 · 16:00
Historic Preservation Commission
Historic Preservation Commission to review updated design standards
The Southport Historic Preservation Commission is holding a regular meeting continued from April 1, 2026. The main item of business is reviewing updated Local Historic Preservation Design Standards under old business. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including approval of minutes and public comment.
- Updated Local Historic Preservation Design Standards (old business)
- Approval of February 4, 2026 regular meeting minutes
historic-preservationdesign-standardsmeeting
113 W Moore St, Southport
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CITY OF SOUTHPORT
CITY OF SOUTHPORT
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
CONTINUED from April 1, 2026 - REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Indian Trail Meeting Hall 113 W. Moore Street,
Southport, North Carolina 28461
April 13, 2026
AGENDA
Please turn off all cell phones
The Historic Preservation Commission's regular monthly meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. on the
first Wednesday of each month. All members are asked to attend.
A.
Call to Order
B.
Invocation
C.
Pledge of Allegiance
D.
Approval of Agenda
E.
Approval of Minutes
1.
February 4, 2026, Historic Preservation Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
F.
Public Comment
G.
Old Business
1.
Updated Local Historic Preservation Design Standards
H.
New Business
I.
Other Business
J.
Announcements
K.
Board Liaison Comments/Updates
L.
Adjourn
Thu Apr 9, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Aldermen
Southport board to consider minimum housing orders on three properties
The Southport Board of Aldermen will hold a regular meeting with public comment, proclamations, and a public hearing on a major modification to the Southport Crossing PUD Master Development Plan. The board will also discuss minimum housing ordinances for three specific properties and an alleyway discussion, followed by committee and staff reports, and a closed session for attorney consultation.
- Public hearing: Southport Crossing PUD Master Development Plan Major Modification
- Minimum housing ordinances for 825 N Caswell Ave, 829 N Caswell Ave, 724 N Lord St
- Alleyway discussion led by City Manager Noah Saldo
- Arbor Day Proclamation and Friends of Franklin Proclamation
- Closed session under NCGS 143-318.11(a)(3) for attorney-client privilege
housingzoningpublic-hearingproclamationsalleywayclosed-session
✓ Decided: Southport board approves demolition of 825 N Caswell Ave, repair orders for two other properties
The Board of Aldermen approved a demolition ordinance for 825 N Caswell Avenue and repair ordinances for 829 N Caswell Avenue and 724 N Lord Street under the city's minimum housing code. It also voted to schedule a May 14, 2026 public hearing on a major modification to the Southport Crossing Planned Unit Development Master Development Plan. The board held a discussion on alleyways with no action taken, and went into closed session to consult with an attorney. No decisions were made on the public comment topics of alley encroachment, evacuation routes, flooding, or the Parks and Recreation closure.
- Approved demolition ordinance for 825 N Caswell Avenue (unanimous)
- Approved repair ordinance for 829 N Caswell Avenue with a six-month compliance timeframe (unanimous)
- Approved repair ordinance for 724 N Lord Street with a three-month compliance timeframe (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda scheduling a public hearing for May 14, 2026 on the Southport Crossing PUD Master Development Plan major modification (unanimous)
- Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Held an alleyway discussion with no action taken
- Entered closed session under NCGS 143-318.11(a)(3) to consult with an attorney
223 E. Bay Street, Southport, NC 28461, Southport
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Meetings are open to the public. If you cannot attend the Board of Aldermen meetings in person, the meeting will be
available for to watch via live stream on the City of Southport website
(http://cityofsouthport.gov/livestream), Facebook page, and YouTube channel.
CITY OF SOUTHPORT
Board of Aldermen
Regular Meeting
April 9, 2026 | 6:00 PM
223 E Bay St, Southport, NC 28461
Southport Community Building
Please turn off or silence all cell phones
Agenda
A.
Call to Order
B.
Invocation
C.
Pledge of Allegiance
D.
Public Comment [3 Minute Time Limit ]
E.
Ethics Statement
1.
If any members know of any conflict of interest or the appearance of a conflict of interest
concerning matters on the agenda, please so state at this time.
F.
Approval of Agenda
G.
Approval of the Consent Agenda
1.
Call for a Public Hearing: Southport Crossing PUD Master Development Plan Major
Modification
H.
Special Recognition
1.
Arbor Day Proclamation
2.
Friends of Franklin Proclamation
I.
Agenda
1.
Minimum Housing Ordinances
Director Maureen Meehan and Code Enforcement Officer Derek Mabe
1. 825 N Caswell Ave
2. 829 N Caswell Ave
3. 724 N Lord St
2.
Alleyway Discussion
City Manager Noah Saldo
J.
Committee Reports
K.
Manager's Report
L.
Mayor's Comments
M.
Staff Reports
Meetings are open to the public. If you cannot attend the Board of Aldermen meetings in person, the meeting will be
available for to watch via live stream on the City of Southport website
(http://cityofsouthport.gov/livestream) …
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CITY OF SOUTHPORT
BOARD OF ALDERMEN - REGULAR MEETING
COMMUNITY BUILDING
223 EBAY ST, SOUTHPORT NC 28461
April 9, 2026 | 6:00 PM
Present Members:
Joseph Hatem, M.D., Paul Gross, Marc Spencer, Lowe Davis, Robert Carroll, Karen Mosteller
Absent Members:
Rebecca Kelley
Staff Present:
City Manager Noah Saldo, Public Information Officer ChyAnn Ketchum, Police Chief Todd
Coring, Fire Chief Charles Drew, Battalion Chief Ralph Treadway, Planning Services Director
Maureen Meehan
Others Present:
City Attorney Brady Herman
A.
Call to Order
Mayor Hatem called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM.
B.
Invocation
Mayor Hatem provided the invocation.
C.
Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Hatem led everyone in the Pledge of Allegiance.
D.
Public Comment [3 Minute Time Limit]
Paul Winter - 715 N Atlantic Ave
Mr. Paul Winter addressed the Board regarding an alley encroachment located at
the south end of the 700 block between North Atlantic Avenue and Howe Street,
connecting to East Owens Street.
Mr. Winter stated that he had previously spoken on the matter at the September
11 meeting and reiterated his position that the alley should be reopened. He
emphasized that his concerns were not politically motivated.
He referenced details from a property deed associated with the encroachment,
stating that the deed included language indicating that no opinion was rendered
as to title and that easements for utilities and rights-of-way were specifically
excluded from the transfer.
Mr. Winter asse …
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Approval of the Consent Agenda
5 yea
Paul Gross yea · Marc Spencer yea · Lowe Davis yea · Robert Carroll yea · Karen Mosteller yea
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Business establishments3,093 (33,646 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,282/mo (29 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy17.3% (low numeracy 28% · 2017)
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