Hope Mills public meetings in 2023

Board of Commissioners

The Hope Mills Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a presentation on proposed police pay and staffing options, followed by a consent agenda that includes routine approvals such as the October financial report, minutes, and several contracts. The meeting also includes a closed session for attorney-client and personnel matters.

• Discussion of Hope Mills Police Department pay and staffing plan options
• Authorize $4,255.10 HVAC maintenance agreement with Baker Mechanical for remainder of fiscal year, then $8,510.20 annually
• Approve Army Career Skills Program internship agreement with Fort Liberty
• Declare certain town property surplus via Resolution R2023-26
• Approve Municipal Accounting Services, Cybersecurity and Technical Assistance MOA via Resolution R2023-27

Historic Preservation

The Hope Mills Historic Preservation Committee will not meet on December 13, 2023, as usually scheduled. The notice is a cancellation of the regular meeting.

• Meeting cancellation for December 13, 2023

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss a presentation regarding the Hope Mills Police Department pay and staffing plan. No other formal actions or decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Presentation/discussion of Hope Mills Police Department Pay and Staffing Plan

Prime Movers

The Hope Mills Prime Movers committee met to review old business, including a Christmas parade recap and decisions about donations and committee funds. They discussed not passing out candy at future parades, skipping the VFW dinner, and deciding next month what to do with Truist account funds. They also arranged to deliver wrapped gifts to a Rockfish Elementary social worker.

• Christmas parade recap: will not pass out candy if participating again
• Will not attend VFW Christmas dinner
• Will give Rockfish adopted family donations to Rockfish Elementary social worker Monica
• Truist account funds decision deferred to next month
• Dr. McCray to take Prime Movers supplies to town hall

Board of Commissioners

The Hope Mills Board of Commissioners is holding an organizational meeting to swear in newly elected officials, including Mayor Jessie Bellflowers, and organize the 2023-2025 governing board. They will also consider a consent agenda that includes approving a $40,883 contract for Town Hall ADA door upgrades, accepting election results, and adopting routine resolutions. No public hearings or new business are scheduled.

• Approval of $40,883 contract with M&E Contracting for Town Hall ADA door upgrades
• Oath of office for Mayor-elect Jessie Bellflowers and commissioners-elect
• Acceptance of 2023 municipal election results
• Adoption of 2024 meeting schedule resolution
• Re-approval of board rules and code of conduct

Parks and Recreation Committee

The committee discussed progress on several municipal projects, including the Heritage Park bid process and the $8 million Sports Complex development. Members also reviewed updates regarding the Old North State League lease and upcoming seasonal community programs.

• Heritage Park bids will be accepted January 4, 2024, at 2pm
• Sports Complex development has an $8 million budget and is currently on hold
• Old North State League lease executed for field and concession renovations
• Work order software implementation anticipated for January 2024
• Ole Mill Days 2024 to be sponsored by Debbie Jones and Hope Mills Police Foundation

Historic Preservation

The Hope Mills Historic Preservation Committee met and discussed upcoming holiday events, including the Festival of Lights on December 1st and a parade float for December 2nd. They also tabled two old business items until after the holidays. The committee approved spending up to $250 for two banners for the parade float.

• Approved purchase of 2 banners not to exceed $250 for parade float
• Festival of Lights scheduled December 1st at Hope Mills Lake, with chapel tour 5:30-7:30pm
• Parade float scheduled December 2nd at 5:00pm, using Bryan's truck
• Tabled cemetery discussion until after holiday
• Tabled reprint of 'Hope Mills Heritage' until after holiday

Board of Commissioners

The Hope Mills Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on two initial zoning requests: one for a 1.25-acre parcel at 7163 Rockfish Rd to be zoned C2(P) Planned Service and Retail District (for a Petromarts development), and another for 32.44 acres at 0 Muscat Rd to be zoned R7.5 Residential District (for the next phase of Sheffield Farms subdivision). The board will also consider a consent agenda with budget amendments and revisit a facility use agreement with Ballred, LLC.

• Public hearing: Initial zoning of 1.25 acres at 7163 Rockfish Rd to C2(P) Planned Service and Retail District (Petromarts, LLC)
• Public hearing: Initial zoning of 32.44 acres at 0 Muscat Rd to R7.5 Residential District (JSJ Development Company, LLC)
• Budget amendment #5: $181,375 for a bucket truck
• Budget amendment #6: $399,200 for FAMPO Grant
• Budget amendment #7: $4,000 grant from Fayetteville-Cumberland County Arts Council

Cumberland County Mayor's Coalition

The Cumberland County Mayors Coalition met to discuss state budget updates, Fort Liberty road construction, and economic development. A key item was a proposal to adopt a zoning ordinance preventing new vape shops from opening within 1,000 feet of schools, while grandfathering existing businesses. The group also reviewed legislative updates on housing and zoning, as well as local project reports from member towns.

• Proposal to adopt zoning ordinance banning new vape shops within 1,000 feet of schools
• Fort Liberty road construction planned for Plank, Manchester, Lamont, Morrison Bridge, Morganton, King, Raeford Vass, and Honeycutt Roads
• Cumberland County unemployment rate reported at 4.4% with 98 projects generated in 2023
• Hope Mills reported a $47 million housing project off Hwy 162 and population growth approaching 20,000
• Stedman reported three new housing developments with approximately 400 homes

Prime Movers

The Hope Mills Prime Movers committee met to organize several holiday community events. They discussed preparations for the Christmas parade, donations for Rockfish families and the VFW dinner, and a volunteer dinner at the ALMS House. No formal decisions were made beyond these event plans.

• Christmas parade: truck registration and supplies up to $150
• Donations for 2 Rockfish families accepted Nov 13-Dec 2
• Volunteer dinner at ALMS House on Christmas Eve or Day
• Committee head meeting scheduled for Nov 7, 2023 at 6:00 pm

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding an initial zoning request for 82.5 acres near Rockfish Road and Camden Road. The proposal seeks to establish R5 Single Family and C2(P) Planned Service and Retail districts. Additionally, the Board will consider several consent agenda items including contracts for pedestrian bridge repairs and a pay study.

• Public hearing for Case ZNG-010-22: 82.5-acre zoning request near Rockfish Road and Waldos Beach Road
• Contract with Ellington Contractors for $39,950.00
• Budget amendment #4 for $18,000.00 for a pay study
• Donegal Dr. Engineering Contract Amendment for $30,000.00
• D & E Construction contract for $15,900.00 to replace pedestrian bridge deck boards

Historic Preservation

The Historic Preservation Committee met to coordinate upcoming seasonal activities including Trunk or Treat and the Festival of Lights. Members also discussed a potential book reprint and tabled a discussion regarding a cemetery project.

• Trunk or Treat event scheduled for October 27
• Festival of Lights at Hope Mills Lake scheduled for December 15
• Parade Float participation scheduled for December 2
• Cemetery Project tabled until a later date
• Inquiry into reprinting 'Hope Mills Heritage: A pictorial and sentimental history of a NC mill town'

Board of Commissioners

The Hope Mills Board of Commissioners will hear a proposal from the Old North State League to relocate its college league team to Municipal Park Baseball Field Number Two, with the league spending about $100,000 on upgrades in exchange for exclusive use. The board will also consider a consent agenda including approval of minutes, a budget amendment for police donations, disposal of surplus equipment, and a storm drain cleaning contract. A discussion on a no parking ordinance is scheduled under old business.

• Proposal to relocate Old North State League team to Hope Mills with $100,000 in ballfield upgrades
• Budget Amendment #2 for $750 donation to Police Department for helmets
• Resolution R2023-24 to dispose of a 2000 Gravely Riding Lawn Mower
• Storm Drain Cleaning Contract 2023-2024
• Discussion of No Parking Ordinance

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review a presentation regarding a partnership with the Friends of the Skateparks Foundation to upgrade the Municipal Skatepark. The proposal includes an estimated cost of $581,250 for construction and seeks town assistance in raising matching funds through sponsorships.

• Presentation on a partnership proposal with Friends of the Skateparks Foundation
• Public hearing for rezoning 2.27 acres at 4215 Legion Rd from R10 to C(P) district
• Budget Amendment 23/24 #1 for Parks & Recreation Center alarm system funding
• Presentation from Girl Scout Troop 1804 regarding Teen Gun Violence Prevention

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding a 32.44-acre annexation on Muscat Road and a new commercial zoning request for 0 Chickenfoot Rd. The meeting also includes the consideration of multiple maintenance and security service agreements.

• Public hearing for annexation of 32.44 acres on Muscat Road (Sheffield Farms)
• Public hearing for initial zoning of 2.30 acres at 0 Chickenfoot Rd for WAWA North Carolina, LLC
• Proposal from Brightly Software Inc. for maintenance management system up to $22,901.04
• HVAC replacement agreement for Parks and Recreation Administration up to $28,225.00
• Security alarm system replacement at Parks and Recreation Center up to $30,319.14

The Board of Commissioners approved the annexation of land on Muscat Road and a zoning request for a Planned Commercial District at 0 Chickenfoot Rd. The board also authorized several facility upgrades and updated the town's stormwater ordinance.

• Approved Annexation A2023-07 of 32.44 acres on Muscat Road (unanimous)
• Approved Case ZNG-007-23 initial zoning for WAWA North Carolina, LLC to C(P) Planned Commercial District (unanimous)
• Approved HVAC unit #6 replacement at Parks and Recreation Administration Offices not to exceed $28,225.00 (unanimous)
• Approved fire and security alarm system replacement at Parks and Recreation Center not to exceed $30,319.14 (unanimous)
• Approved amendment S2023-04 to update Chapter 82 Stormwater of the Code of Ordinances (unanimous)
• Approved Brightly Software Inc. proposal for a maintenance management system not to exceed $22,901.04 (unanimous)
• Accepted July 2023 Financial Report (unanimous)
• Approved August 7, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing a public hearing for the annexation of approximately 1.198 acres at 7163 Rockfish Road. The board will also consider a contract amendment for Woodland Hills and a resolution to set a future public hearing for another annexation.

• Public hearing for Annexation Ordinance #A2023-06 (7163 Rockfish Rd)
• Authorization of Woodland Hills contract amendment
• Resolution R2023-22 to set a public hearing for Annexation #A2023-07
• Approval of Surplus Property Disposal Resolution R2023-23
• Recognition of Town's fourth consecutive Certificate of Achievement in Financial Reporting

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the annexation of a 1.198-acre parcel belonging to Petromarts, LLC. The Board also approved a consent agenda including a contract amendment and a mutual aid agreement. Public testimony was heard regarding the need for a new sports complex.

• Adopted Ordinance A2023-06 to annex 1.198 acres at 7163 Rockfish Road (Unanimous)
• Approved July 17, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Authorized Interim Town Manager to execute Woodland Hills Contract Amendment (Unanimous)
• Authorized Statewide Mutual Aid Agreement (Unanimous)
• Approved Surplus Property Disposal Resolution R2023-23 (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R2023-22 to set public hearing for Annexation A2023-07 for August 21, 2023 (Unanimous)

Cumberland County Mayor's Coalition

The Cumberland County Mayors Coalition held a quarterly meeting hosted by the Town of Spring Lake, with mayors from multiple towns present. They heard updates on opioid settlement fund allocations, a decline in childcare providers, economic development projects, and transportation planning. The meeting also included roundtable reports from each town on local developments.

• Cumberland County to receive $30,691,367 in opioid settlement funds over 18 years; agencies approved for funding include Carolina Treatment Center ($200,000), Fellowship Homes ($200,000), NC Harm Reduction ($199,990), and Cumberland Family Drug Treatment Court (up to $200,000)
• Childcare providers in Cumberland County declined 44.4% from 484 sites in 2005 to 269 today
• Amazon warehouse to open in 2024; 67 projects in process in 2023
• Hope Mills: $47 million housing development with fitness center, 291 condos called Par 4, sports complex approved, ribbon cutting for new Public Safety Building
• FAMPO updates: SPOT 7.0 projects due September 29th, 2024-2033 STIP, boundary assessment with Kittelson & Associates

Parks and Recreation Committee

The Hope Mills Parks and Recreation Committee met to review old and new business, including updates on Heritage Park, the Sports Complex, Splash Pad, and Herring Park. They also discussed new program proposals and the fee schedule. The meeting was largely procedural, with no final decisions made on major items.

• Heritage Park awaiting SHPO review of Archaeological Data Recovery Report before bidding
• Sports Complex: CHA Engineering working on schematic design and cost estimate; easement agreement with adjacent property owners
• Splash Pad: final approval on sewer, waiting on contractor approval for water line plans
• Fee schedule increased about 5% except registration
• New programs: Cottontail Trail for Easter, Independence Day weekend event options

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review a request to annex 32.44 acres for Sheffield Farms Phase 6 A. They will also consider setting a public hearing for the Petromarts annexation and reviewing updates to park rental and marquee advertisement fees.

• Annexation request: 32.44 acres for Sheffield Farms Phase 6 A
• Proposed public hearing for Petromarts Annexation A2023-06 via Resolution R2023-20
• Fee Schedule Amendment regarding Park Rental Fees and Marquee Advertisement fees
• Introduction of ICON Program Interns

The Board of Commissioners approved amendments to park rental fees and accepted an annexation request for Sheffield Farms Phase 6. The Board also voted to sponsor a POW/MIA event and scheduled a public hearing for a separate annexation request.

• Approved sponsorship of the POW/MIA event (unanimous)
• Approved draft minutes from June 20, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted contiguous annexation request for 32.44 Acres Sheffield Farms Phase 6 A2023-07 (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Petromarts Annexation A2023-06 for August 7, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved fee schedule amendment for Park Rental Fees (unanimous)
• Directed Town Attorney to revise policy language for digital marquee allowable content (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review an initial zoning request for 11.40 acres at 5070 S US 301 HWY to the M1(P) Planned Light Industrial District. The meeting also includes discussions on a Public Safety Building budget amendment and several annexation requests.

• Initial zoning of 11.40+/- acres at 5070 S US 301 HWY to M1(P) Planned Light Industrial District
• Public hearing for annexation of 2.3007 acres at the intersection of Corporation Dr. and Chickenfoot Rd.
• Budget Amendment #37 for Public Safety Building Project resulting in a net increase of $43,000
• Approval of annual audit contract with the firm of Sharpe Patel, CPA
• Annexation request from Petromarts, LLC for 7163 Rockfish Road

The Board of Commissioners approved the initial zoning of 11.40 acres for light industrial use and the annexation of 2.3 acres for a Wawa gas station. The Board also formally adopted the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget and approved two budget amendments.

• Approved Case ZNG-005-23 initial zoning of 11.40+/- acres to M1(P) Planned Light Industrial District (unanimous)
• Approved Annexation A2023-05 of 2.3007 acres for Wawa gas station and authorized C(P) Planned Commercial District zoning (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Amendment #37 in the amount of $43,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Amendment #38 for contractually required payment to Stoney Point Fire Department (unanimous)
• Formally adopted the Final Version of Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget (unanimous)
• Accepted annexation request from Petromarts, LLC and adopted Resolution R2023-19 (unanimous)
• Approved annual audit contract for the firm of Sharpe Patel, CPA (unanimous)
• Approved draft minutes from June 5, 2023, and closed sessions on May 1 and May 15, 2023 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is conducting a public hearing regarding the proposed annual budget and fee schedule. The meeting also includes several budget amendments for the Inspections and Police departments.

• Public Hearing for FY 2023-2024 Budget Ordinance and Fee Schedule
• Inspections Department Budget Amendment #34 for $63,600
• Police Department Budget Amendment #35 for $58,000
• McAdams proposal to relocate stormwater inlet/outfall on Donegal Drive for $17,600
• Seegars Fence Company quote for security fence at Thomas Campbell Oakman Chapel for $9,763

The Board of Commissioners approved the fiscal year 2023-2024 budget ordinance and fee schedule, opting to use fund balances instead of increasing taxes. The Board also approved several budget amendments for the police and inspections departments.

• Adopted FY 2023-2024 budget ordinance using fund balance with no tax increase (4-1)
• Adopted FY 2023-2024 fee schedule (unanimous)
• Approved Inspections Department Budget Amendment #34 for $63,600 (unanimous)
• Approved Police Department Budget Amendment #35 for $58,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Amendment #36 for $9,763 for security fence at Thomas Campbell Oakman Chapel (4-1)
• Approved $17,600 McAdams proposal to relocate stormwater inlet and outfall at Donegal Drive (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Annexation A2023-05 for June 20, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Nominating Committee recommendations (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review updates on the Public Safety Building and a presentation regarding the Hope Mills Sports Complex. Additionally, the board will consider two public hearings for initial zoning of land parcels.

• Public hearing for rezoning 8.11 acres at Waldos Beach Rd and Camden Rd
• Public hearing for rezoning 8.33 acres at Hunting Ridge Rd and Rockfish Rd
• Proposal for Hope Mills Sports Complex design services up to $131,385.00
• Bid from Hall’s Tree Service Inc. for $182,500.00 to clear Big and Little Rockfish Creeks
• Extension of the Public Safety Building construction loan expiration date

The Board of Commissioners approved initial zoning for two properties and reached a consensus to proceed with Option C for the Hope Mills Sports Complex. The Board also approved a contract for creek clearing and extended a construction loan for the Public Safety Building.

• Approved Case ZNG-003-23 zoning to C2(P) Planned Service and Retail district (unanimous)
• Approved Case ZNG-004-23 zoning to R5 Residential District (unanimous)
• Selected Option C for the Hope Mills Sports Complex
• Approved $182,500 contract with Hall’s Tree Service Inc. for clearing Big and Little Rockfish Creeks (unanimous)
• Extended Public Safety Building construction loan expiration from 5/19/23 to 7/13/23 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance #S2023-02 amending Chapter 62 Parks and Recreation Part II (unanimous)
• Approved Nominating Committee recommendation (unanimous)
• Approved May 1, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board held a budget workshop to review proposed spending and revenue options. Discussion focused on whether to increase property taxes to address staffing, vehicle replacement, and upcoming changes to sales tax distributions.

• Review of property tax increase options ranging from one cent to four cents
• Potential $550,000 savings by delaying loan payments for the new public safety building
• Public Hearing on the Budget scheduled for June 5, 2023

The Board held a budget workshop to review the proposed budget and discuss potential property tax increases to fund staffing, vehicles, and savings. No final budget decisions were made during the session.

• Approved motion to hold a Public Hearing on the Budget at the June 5, 2023 regular meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review the recommended FY 2023-2024 budget and consider scheduling a public hearing. The meeting also includes a public hearing for an 11.165-acre non-contiguous annexation and consideration of a new annexation request.

• Presentation of the recommended proposed FY 2023-2024 Budget
• Public hearing for Annexation 2023-04 involving 11.165 acres at 5070 S. US 301
• Consideration of an annexation request for 2.2608 acres at Corporation Dr. and Chickenfoot Rd.
• Budget Amendment #31: $264,500 to move Chapel Renovation funding from FY21-22 to FY22-23
• Budget Amendment #33: $15,000 from the General Fund for extra Town Attorney charges

The Board of Commissioners approved the annexation of 11.165 acres for a planned industrial district and a separate annexation request for 2.2608 acres. Two budget amendments were approved, and a budget workshop was scheduled for May 15, 2023.

• Approved Annexation A2023-04 for 11.165 acres and designated it as M1(P) Planned Industrial District (Unanimous)
• Approved annexation request for 2.2608 acres at Corporation Dr. and Chickenfoot Rd. and Resolution R2023-15 (Unanimous)
• Approved Budget Amendment #31 for $264,500 for Chapel Renovations (Unanimous)
• Approved Budget Amendment #32 for $47,000 for NCDOT right-of-way easement funds (Unanimous)
• Approved Budget Amendment #33 for $15,000 for Town Attorney charges (Unanimous)
• Scheduled budget workshop for May 15, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. (Consensus)
• Approved April 17, 2023 Regular Meeting and April 3, 2023 Closed Session minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review an initial zoning request for 1.2 acres at Park Garden Court and consider several budget amendments. The meeting also includes a project update on the Public Safety Building and a contract for underground utilities at the Municipal Splash Pad.

• Initial zoning case ZNG-002-23 for 1.20 acres at 2308 (3808) Park Garden Ct
• Contract with KLS Civil Contracting Group LLC for up to $161,760 for Municipal Splash Pad utilities
• Budget Amendment #27 for the Luther Board Room audio system
• Public Safety Building Project update
• Resolution R2023-14 setting a public hearing for annexation A2023-04 at 5070 South US Hwy 301

The Board of Commissioners approved a zoning request for a 1.20+/- acre property to the RR Rural Residential District. They also updated stormwater specifications for the Airport Overlay and authorized a contract for splash pad utilities.

• Approved Case ZNG-002-23 zoning request for 2308 (3808) Park Garden Ct to RR Rural Residential District (unanimous)
• Approved update to Stormwater Ordinance Standards and Specifications, Chapter 6 Airport Overlay (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R2023-14 setting a public hearing for Annexation A2023-04 at 5070 South US Hwy 301 for May 1, 2023 (unanimous)
• Authorized contract with KLS Civil Contracting Group LLC not to exceed $161,760 for Municipal Splash Pad underground utilities (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Amendment #27 for Luther Board Room audio system (unanimous)
• Approved Seegars Fence Company bid for Municipal Park Inclusive Playground security fencing and Budget Amendment #28 (unanimous)
• Approved Non-Statutory Ordinance #NS2023-03 for Fourth of July Parade road closures (unanimous)
• Tabled revised Code of Ordinances Chapter 62 Parks and Recreation until May 15th (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the annexation of 8.33 acres of Bridgeport Homes property. The meeting also includes discussions on updating park ordinances, renewing fire protection agreements, and approving various contract payments.

• Public hearing for Annexation No. A2023-03 (Bridgeport Homes property near Hunting Ridge Rd.)
• Proposal for Chavis and Sons Masonry to complete accessible sidewalks up to $15,000
• Budget amendment #24 of $14,000 for Debt Book Software
• Renewal of Mutual/Automatic Aid Agreement with Fort Bragg’s Fire and Emergency Services
• Annexation request from The High Family, LLC for 5070 South US Hwy 301

The Board of Commissioners approved the annexation of the Bridgeport Homes property and a request from The High Family, LLC. The Board also approved a contract for accessible concrete sidewalks and a debt book software contract.

• Approved Annexation A2023-03 for Bridgeport Homes Property (unanimous)
• Authorized R5 Single Family Residential zoning for Bridgeport Homes Property (unanimous)
• Approved Annexation request from The High Family, LLC at 5070 South US Hwy 301 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R2023-13 regarding High Family, LLC annexation (unanimous)
• Approved $15,000 contract for Chavis and Sons Masonry for accessible sidewalks (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment #25 for $15,000 for sidewalk construction (unanimous)
• Approved contract and budget amendment #24 for $14,000 for Debt Book Software (unanimous)
• Tabled revised Code of Ordinances Chapter 62 Parks and Recreation until April 17 (unanimous)

Cumberland County Mayor's Coalition

The Cumberland County Mayors Coalition met to discuss regional issues, most notably the signed 2-year extension of the sales tax agreement with Cumberland County, which will shift to an ad valorem collection method and cause municipalities to lose funding. The coalition also heard presentations on workforce training programs from FTCC and community engagement efforts from Fort Liberty officials. The meeting included updates from each member town on local projects and development.

• 2-year sales tax agreement extension signed; county moving to ad valorem collection, reducing municipal funding
• FTCC H.O.P.E. program offers accelerated workforce training with $20/hour stipends and employer reimbursements up to $15/hour
• Fort Liberty announces community events: Fort Bragg Fair (May 3-14), All American Week (May 22-25), Fourth at the Fort (July 4)
• Godwin annexed property for a housing development creating 114-115 houses; water project to complete July 2023
• Fort Liberty road changes planned starting on Manchester to King; community outreach to follow

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review a budget amendment for the John W. Hodges Public Safety Center and hear public comments on property annexations and zoning. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding the Fayetteville/Cumberland County Continuum of Care on Homelessness.

• Budget Amendment #23 for $1,172,250 for the John W. Hodges Public Safety Center
• Annexation A2023-02 involving 8.11 acres at Waldo’s Beach and Camden Rd.
• Zoning Case ZNG-001-23 for 15.11 acres at 7050 Rockfish Road
• Proposal for the Town's audit services

The Board of Commissioners approved the annexation of 8.11 acres and a zoning change for 15.11 acres to allow planned commercial and retail use. The Board also approved a budget amendment for the Public Safety Center and a grant request for Heritage Park.

• Approved budget amendment #23 for John W. Hodges Public Safety Center (unanimous)
• Approved Annexation A2023-02 of 8.11 acres at Waldo’s Beach and Camden Rd (unanimous)
• Approved initial zoning for Case ZNG-001-23 at 7050 Rockfish Road to C2(P) Planned Service and Retail (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including March 6, 2023 minutes and February 2023 Financial Report (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R2023-11 to set public hearing for Annexation A2023-03 on April 3, 2023 (unanimous)
• Accepted proposal from Sharpe Patel CPA for Town audit services (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R2023-12 requesting $350,000 EPA STAG Funding for Heritage Park Flume Water Feature Reconstruction (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on annexing 1.2 acres at 3808 Park Garden Court and consider an ordinance amendment to change mayor and board elections to four-year staggered terms. They will also discuss a sales tax interlocal agreement and consider accepting an annexation request from Bridgeport Homes LLC near Hunting Ridge and Rockfish roads. Several presentations and proclamations are scheduled, including one declaring March 9 as Town Charter Day.

• Public hearing on contiguous annexation A2023-01 of 1.2 acres at 3808 Park Garden Court
• Consideration of ordinance amendment S2023-01 changing elections to four-year staggered terms
• Discussion and consideration of sales tax interlocal agreement
• Consideration of accepting annexation request from Bridgeport Homes LLC near Hunting Ridge Rd and Rockfish Rd
• Consideration of accepting bids for accessible concrete sidewalks and security fencing at the splashpad, with budget amendment #20

The Board of Commissioners approved an Interlocal Sales Tax Agreement and authorized diversity and unconscious bias training for all town employees. They denied a proposal to change elections to four-year staggered terms and approved the annexation of a 1.2-acre property.

• Approved Interlocal Sales Tax Agreement (3-2)
• Denied Ordinance Amendment S2023-01 for four-year staggered election terms (unanimous)
• Approved Annexation A2023-01 for 1.2 acres at 3808 Park Garden Court (unanimous)
• Authorized diversity, equity and inclusion and unconscious bias training for all employees (unanimous)
• Approved Liam Creasey’s Eagle Scout Project children's garden (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Maria Rosa Feliciano to Prime Movers and Ruth Farley to Historic Preservation Committee (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R2023-09 setting public hearing for Annexation A2023-02 (unanimous)
• Accepted annexation request from Bridgeport Homes, LLC and approved Resolution R2023-10 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a resolution to amend the town charter, changing board member terms to four-year staggered terms and possibly the mayor's term to four years. They will also consider a $25,416 change order for the Public Safety Center, a $70,096.82 contract for street resurfacing, and a request to annex 8.11 acres at Waldo’s Beach Rd. and Camden Rd.

• Public hearing on Resolution R2023-02 to amend town charter for four-year staggered terms for mayor and commissioners
• Consideration of Change Order #13 for Public Safety Center in the amount of $25,416
• Consideration of $70,096.82 contract with MS Consultants for 2013 Street Resurfacing Project
• Consideration of annexation request for 8.11 acres at Waldo’s Beach Rd. and Camden Rd.
• Consent agenda includes $24,048 bid from A-1 Landscaping for municipal parking lot landscape installation

The Board of Commissioners approved several infrastructure contracts, including street resurfacing and municipal landscaping. A public hearing was held regarding a proposed shift to four-year staggered terms for town leadership, with a vote scheduled for March 6. The Board also accepted an annexation request for 8.11 acres.

• Approved $25,416 change order #13 for Public Safety Center and 60-day extension (unanimous)
• Approved $70,096.82 agreement with MS Consultants for 2023 street resurfacing (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R2023-06 to set public hearing for Annexation A2023-01 for March 6, 2023 (unanimous)
• Accepted request to annex 8.11 acres at Waldo’s Beach Rd. and Camden Rd. and approved Resolution R2023-07 (unanimous)
• Approved bid from A-1 Landscaping and Lot Clearing not to exceed $24,048 for Municipal Parking Lot (unanimous)
• Approved February 6, 2023 draft minutes, Thomas Campbell Oakman Memorial Chapel usage proposal, and January 2023 financial report (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will administer the oath of office to Interim Town Manager Chancer Mclaughlin, then immediately close the meeting to discuss personnel matters under state law. No other business is scheduled.

• Oath of office for Interim Town Manager Chancer Mclaughlin
• Closed session under NCGS 143-318.11(a)(6) to discuss personnel matters

The Board of Commissioners swore in Chancer McLaughlin as Interim Town Manager and approved his employment contract. The Board also held a closed session to discuss personnel matters.

• Swore in Chancer McLaughlin as Interim Town Manager
• Approved contract for Interim Town Manager Chancer McLaughlin (unanimous)
• Approved closed session to discuss personnel matters (unanimous)
• Approved sealing the minutes of the closed session (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting solely to enter a closed session, citing personnel matters and attorney-client privilege. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Closed session for personnel and attorney-client privilege

The Board of Commissioners convened a special meeting and entered a closed session to discuss personnel matters. No substantive actions were taken during the session or the subsequent recessed meeting.

• Approved motion to conduct closed session for personnel matters (unanimous)
• Approved motion to seal closed session minutes (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider accepting a $131,385 design contract for the Hope Mills Sports Complex and a $42,000 software contract for fleet maintenance. They will also discuss a chapel usage proposal and vote on annexing 1.20 acres at Park Garden Court.

• Consideration of $131,385 design contract with CHA Consulting for Hope Mills Sports Complex construction documents
• Consideration of $42,000 SCM Saver Program/McMaintenance App contract funded by state budget allocation
• Public hearing and vote on annexation of 1.20 acres at Park Garden Court (resolution R2023-04)
• Follow-up discussion on Thomas Campbell Oakman Memorial Chapel usage proposal
• Consideration of surplus property disposal resolution R2023-05

The Board appointed Chancer McLaughlin as Interim Town Manager after Scott Meszaros resigned effective immediately. The Board also approved several contracts for sports complex design and software, and authorized a small land annexation.

• Appointed Chancer McLaughlin as Interim Town Manager
• Approved professional design services contract for Hope Mills Sports Complex not to exceed $131,385 plus $13,139 contingency
• Approved SCM Saver Program/McMaintenance App contract for $42,000
• Approved annexation of 1.20 acres at Park Garden Court (Resolution R2023-04)
• Approved change to Board Policy Rule #15
• Approved Surplus Property Disposal Resolution R2023-05
• Approved Request for Proposal for Audit Services
• Approved January 23, 2023 meeting minutes

Cumberland County Mayor's Coalition

The Cumberland County Mayors Coalition met to discuss a proposed 5-year extension of the interlocal sales tax agreement, which would change to ad valorem collection and reduce municipal funding. They also heard updates on Fort Bragg's renaming to Fort Liberty, a historic resources survey, and economic development. The next meeting was moved to March 31 for further sales tax discussion.

• All municipalities signed a 5-year extension of the sales tax agreement, but county wants ad valorem collection, which would reduce funding
• Fort Bragg will be renamed Fort Liberty, with a 'Sunset March to Liberty' event planned
• County historic resources survey grant from National Parks Service; consultant J&T will visit municipalities
• Fayetteville bond passed for 5 new fire stations and a police station
• Godwin installing water pipes after 10 years; 117 houses being built

Historic Preservation

The Hope Mills Historic Preservation Committee held a special meeting to address a dispute with Parks and Recreation staff over the intended use of the historic chapel, including social media posts and the potential removal of pews. Staff clarified they did not plan to host Zumba classes, and the committee discussed collaborating on future uses. The BOC liaison resigned, and the committee will continue discussions at its next meeting.

• Discussion of chapel use and misunderstanding over Zumba classes
• Social media posts by HPC chairwoman criticized by staff and officials
• BOC liaison Bryan Marley resigned and requested chairwoman step down
• Pews in chapel to remain; no decision made on their removal
• Next meeting scheduled for February 8, 2023

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to conduct a pre-budget discussion for the upcoming fiscal year budget (July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024). No specific budget figures or proposals are mentioned in the agenda.

• Special meeting at Sammio’s Italian Restaurant, 3057 N Main St.
• Pre-budget discussion for FY 2023-2024

The Board held a special meeting to review the 2023 budget calendar and discuss staffing, retention, and existing projects. No formal votes were taken; the session focused on identifying cost information needed for a March budget retreat.

• Requested cost information for moving the dog park
• Requested cost for finishing the lake park
• Requested cost for the lake walking trail
• Requested plans and costs for staffing increases
• Requested cost information for Christmas light updates
• Requested RFP for new auditors

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider a $2,545 change order for the Public Safety Center, now occupied by police and fire departments. A public hearing is set for annexation of the Crosspointe Church property at 7050 Rockfish Rd. The consent agenda includes a contract for the East Patterson Street Embankment Project and a continued zoning request for 82.5 acres near Rockfish Road.

• Change Order #12 for Public Safety Center: $2,545 for door hardware, phone adapter, electricity, and video door station
• Public hearing on annexation A2022-07: Crosspointe Church at 7050 Rockfish Rd., with proposed initial zoning C2(P) Planned Service Retail
• Consent agenda: contract with Fleming and Associates for East Patterson Street Embankment Project (funded in current budget)
• Continued zoning request for 82.5 acres near Rockfish Road and Waldos Beach Road (R5 Single Family and C2(P)) until April 17, 2023
• Proclamations recognizing School Choice Week, Go Red for Women Day, and Black History Month

The Board of Commissioners approved the annexation of the Crosspointe Church property and authorized the start of the zoning process for Planned Service Retail. The Board also approved a change order for the Public Safety Center Project and a contract for the East Patterson Street Embankment Project.

• Approved Annexation A2022-07 for Crosspointe Church property at 7050 Rockfish Road (unanimous)
• Authorized staff to begin initial zoning process of C2(P) Planned Service Retail for 7050 Rockfish Road (unanimous)
• Approved change order 12 for Public Safety Center Project in the amount of $2,545.00 (unanimous)
• Authorized Town Manager to execute contract with Fleming and Associates for East Patterson Street Embankment Project (unanimous)
• Approved December 2022 Financial Report (unanimous)
• Continued zoning case #ZNG-010-22 until April 17, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved draft minutes from January 9, 2023, November 7, 2022, and December 5, 2022 meetings (unanimous)

Historic Preservation

The Hope Mills Historic Preservation Committee met jointly with the Appearance Committee to discuss revitalizing Trade St. and Ellison St. They created short-, mid-, and long-range plans covering cleanup, sign updates, handicap parking, sidewalk repairs, and underground power lines. The first goal they will focus on is the Food Truck Rodeo.

• Discussion to improve Trade St. and Ellison St.
• Short-range plan includes updating business signs on Trade St. to be larger and lit up
• Handicap parking accessibility discussed, including sidewalk easements and speaking with property owners
• Planned events: food truck rodeo, murals, block party, back to school party/school supply giveaway
• Long-range plan: putting power lines underground

Board of Commissioners

The Board will discuss a resolution to amend the town charter to change mayor and commissioner terms to four-year staggered terms, and set a public hearing. They will also consider a rezoning of 19.95 acres near Golfview Road and Souchak Drive from PND to R5/CZ, tabled from a prior meeting. Consent items include a budget amendment of $3,925 from the Federal Asset Forfeiture Account for police ID card equipment and removal of a Historic Preservation Committee member who moved out of the MIA.

• Resolution of Intent R2023-02 to amend town charter for 4-year staggered terms for mayor and commissioners
• Case ZNG-016-22: Rezoning 19.95 acres near Golfview Road and Souchak Drive from PND to R5/CZ
• Budget Amendment BA#15: $3,925 from Federal Asset Forfeiture Account to Police Department for ID card fabrication equipment
• Removal of Jessie (Jay) DeVane from Historic Preservation Committee for moving out of MIA and missing 3+ meetings
• Presentation on conclusion of overlay initiative and need for update to SW Cumberland Land Use Plan

The Board approved a rezoning request for 19.95 acres to allow for residential development and passed a resolution of intent to move the Town Charter to four-year staggered terms. Other actions included extending a public safety construction loan and a sales tax interlocal agreement.

• Approved Case ZNG-016-22 rezoning 19.95+/- acres to R5/CZ Residential District (4-1)
• Approved Resolution of Intent R2023-02 to alter Town Charter to four-year staggered terms (3-2)
• Approved $3,925 budget amendment for Police Department ID card equipment (unanimous)
• Approved five-year extension of sales tax interlocal agreement (unanimous)
• Extended Public Safety Center construction loan until May 19, 2023 (unanimous)
• Authorized contract with Autry Grading Inc. to relocate backflow preventor (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Annexation A2022-07 (Crosspointe Church) for Jan 23, 2023 (unanimous)
• Removed Jessie (Jay) DeVane from the Historic Preservation Committee (unanimous)