Leland public meetings in 2021

Council Regular Meeting

The Leland Town Council is holding its regular meeting to approve routine consent agenda items, receive the FYE2021 audit presentation, recognize outgoing councilmembers, swear in newly elected officials, and make various appointments. The consent agenda includes resolutions for a sponsorship, a contract with an architecture firm, stormwater agreements, a land donation, and a budget amendment. The council will also adopt the 2022 meeting schedule and amended rules of procedure.

• Resolution R21-122 approving sponsorship for NC Rice Festival event at Leland Cultural Arts Center (March 2022)
• Resolution R21-130 authorizing contract with Sawyer Sherwood and Associates Architecture
• Resolution R21-126 accepting donation of 135.38-acre parcel in Seabrooke Subdivision from Seabrooke Development, LLC
• Budget Amendment BA21-019 appropriating $160,000 to Trade Street Park Capital Project
• Resolution R21-129 adopting amended Rules of Procedures for Town Council

Planning Board

The Leland Planning Board will consider action items including a site-specific plan and preliminary subdivision plat for a single-family residential development on Parcel No. 05800007 by Funston Land and Timber, LLC, as well as initial zoning recommendations for two voluntary annexations (approximately 1.08 and 10.00 acres). The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings and receive monthly reports on economic development, planning and inspections, and transportation.

• Site Specific Plan and Master Land Use Plan Update for single-family residential development on Parcel No. 05800007 (Funston Land and Timber, LLC)
• Preliminary Subdivision Plat Application for Parcel No. 05800007 (Funston Land & Timber, LLC)
• Initial Zoning Recommendation for voluntary annexation of approximately 1.08-acre noncontiguous area
• Initial Zoning Recommendation for voluntary annexation of approximately 10.00-acre noncontiguous area
• Approval of minutes from November 15 and November 16, 2021 Planning Board meetings

Council Agenda Meeting

The Leland Town Council is meeting to consider two resolutions related to a financing agreement to refinance debt for the Municipal Operations Campus and fund the design/build of Fire Station #51. The council will hold a public hearing and vote on authorizing the filing of an application with the Local Government Commission and approving a contract with South State Bank for up to $5.8 million at an interest rate not exceeding 1.67% over a ten-year term. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of the agenda and discussion of upcoming events.

• Public hearing and resolution R21-127 to authorize filing an application with the Local Government Commission for a financing agreement to refinance Municipal Operations Campus debt and fund Fire Station #51 design/build.
• Resolution R21-128 to authorize the Town Manager to execute a financing contract with South State Bank for up to $5,800,000 at an interest rate not exceeding 1.67% for a term not exceeding ten years.
• The refinancing is expected to save the Town over $300,000 in interest over the ten-year term.
• The financing agreement is designated as a qualified tax-exempt obligation under IRS rules.
• Agenda includes routine items: call to order, invocation, pledge of allegiance, approval of agenda, and discussion of upcoming events.

Council Regular Meeting

The Leland Town Council will vote on a consent agenda including a $7.5 million American Rescue Plan budget amendment, several development performance agreements, and annexation petitions. Public hearings will address financing for Fire Station #51, code penalty changes, street/subdivision ordinance amendments, annexations and zoning for Seabrooke Tract B and NIKI 8951 LLC, and adoption of the Leland 2045 Comprehensive Land Use Plan. The meeting also includes a discussion on a police vehicle letter of intent.

• Budget Amendment BA21-018: $7,500,000 in American Rescue Plan funds
• Resolution R21-118: Authorize contract for financing design-build of Fire Station #51
• Ordinance O21-057: Voluntary annexation of Seabrooke Tract B (approx. 420.25 acres)
• Ordinance O21-054: Voluntary annexation for NIKI 8951 LLC (Tax Parcel ID 04700026)
• Ordinance O21-059: Adopt Leland 2045 Comprehensive Land Use Plan

Planning Board

The Leland Planning Board will review and make recommendations on several land-use items, including a preliminary subdivision plat, street name changes, a site-specific plan for a residential development, and a proposed text amendment to allow RV parks. The board will also consider recommending adoption of the Leland 2045 Comprehensive Land Use Plan. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and routine reports.

• Preliminary subdivision plat by Funston Land & Timber, LLC for Parcel No. 05800007
• Proposed street name changes for Mill Branch at Spring Hill Subdivision
• Site-specific plan and master land use plan update for single-family development on Parcel No. 0590001029 by Mallory Creek Land & Timber, Inc.
• Proposed text amendment for Chapter 66 of Town Code regarding RV Parks
• Recommendation for adoption of Leland 2045 Comprehensive Land Use Plan

Council Agenda Meeting

The Leland Town Council is meeting to hear a presentation on the final draft of the Leland 2045 comprehensive land use plan, a 25-year framework for growth, and to consider accepting certificates of sufficiency for two voluntary annexation petitions. The council will also review the agenda for the upcoming regular meeting and discuss future topics. No formal action is required on the plan at this meeting; the Planning Board and Council will act on it later in November.

• Presentation of Leland 2045 Final Draft comprehensive plan (no formal action)
• Certificate of Sufficiency for annexation of ~420.25-acre Seabrooke Tract B (Seabrooke Development, LLC)
• Certificate of Sufficiency for annexation of 1.87-acre parcel at 8951 Ocean Highway East (NIKI 8951, LLC)
• Agenda review for November 18 Council Regular Meeting
• Discussion topics: NCLM CityVision Annual Conference 2022, proclamations, upcoming events

Planning Board Special Meeting

The Planning Board is holding a special joint meeting with the Town Council to hear a presentation on the final draft of the Leland 2045 comprehensive land use plan. No formal action is requested at this meeting; the board is expected to vote on a recommendation for adoption at its November 16 meeting, and the council will hold a public hearing on November 18. The plan covers land use, housing, transportation, environmental resiliency, and other topics over a 25-year horizon.

• Presentation of Leland 2045 final draft, a 25-year comprehensive land use plan
• Plan identifies nodal growth as preferred growth scenario
• Gateway District designated for most urban development
• Plan to guide annexation initial zonings and rezoning requests
• Plan intended for CAMA certification and 5-year reviews

Economic Development Committee - 2021-11-10

The Leland Economic Development Committee will meet to approve minutes, hear business visit reports, receive updates on the Leland Innovation Park and economic development, and continue updating the 2019 Economic Development Strategic Plan. The agenda is largely routine, with the main substantive item being the strategic plan workshop.

• Approve October 14, 2021 meeting minutes
• Business visit reports from October 2021 joint visits
• Update on Leland Innovation Park
• Economic Development Report for November 2021
• Continue updating 2019 Economic Development Strategic Plan

Leland Tourism Development Authority

The Leland Tourism Development Authority will hold its regular meeting to review the FYE2021 audit, receive finance and marketing updates, and discuss the Rice Festival grant status, the NC Gullah Geechee Greenway-Blueway Heritage Trail, and the FY22-23 budget schedule. The board will also consider approving the 2022 regular meeting schedule.

• Review of FYE2021 audit by Thompson, Price, Scott Adams & Co., P.A.
• Discussion of Rice Festival Grant Status Report (awarded January 2021)
• Discussion of NC Gullah Geechee Greenway-Blueway Heritage Trail
• Approve TDA 2022 Regular Meeting Schedule (Resolution R21-046)
• Finance report and marketing/website analytics update

Parks and Recreation Board

The Leland Parks and Recreation Board will review a draft sponsorship policy that sets guidelines for accepting sponsorships for town facilities, events, and programs, including a $5,000 threshold for Town Council approval. The board will also receive a quarterly update on the PROS Plan and set its 2022 meeting dates. The agenda includes routine items like approving the July 28, 2021 minutes and a monthly staff report.

• Review of draft Sponsorship Policy, including $5,000 threshold for Town Council review
• PROS Plan quarterly update
• Approval of July 28, 2021 meeting minutes
• Set Parks & Recreation Board meeting dates for 2022
• Monthly staff report for November 2021

Planning Board

The Leland Planning Board will review proposed text amendments to the town code, including making RV parks a permitted use in C-1 and C-2 districts with new standards, and changes to street, sidewalk, and subdivision regulations. They will also make initial zoning recommendations for two voluntary annexation areas (approximately 408 acres and 1.87 acres). The board will hear an update on the Leland 2045 plan and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Text amendment to allow RV parks in C-1 and C-2 districts (min 25 acres, 1,250 sq ft sites, 30 ft setbacks)
• Text amendment for Chapter 46 (Streets, Sidewalks) and Chapter 50 (Subdivisions)
• Initial zoning recommendation for ~408-acre voluntary annexation area
• Initial zoning recommendation for ~1.87-acre noncontiguous annexation area
• Leland 2045 Comprehensive Land Use Plan update

Council Regular Meeting

The Leland Town Council will hold public hearings on the voluntary annexation of Seabrooke Subdivision Phases 3B, 4A, and 4B, along with related zoning map amendments and development agreements with D.R. Horton, Inc. and Seabrooke Development, LLC. The consent agenda includes routine items such as accepting streets in Lanvale Forest Phase 3, a sponsorship request from the Leland VFW, and a financing application for Fire Station #51.

• Public hearing on annexation of Seabrooke Subdivision Phases 3B, 4A, and 4B (Ordinance O21-050)
• Public hearing on zoning map amendment for Seabrooke Phases 3B, 4A, and 4B (Ordinance O21-051)
• Development agreement with D.R. Horton, Inc. for annexation of 24.6-acre parcel (Ordinance O21-047)
• Development agreement with Seabrooke Development, LLC and D.R. Horton for 40.88-acre annexation (Ordinance O21-048)
• Resolution R21-106 authorizing financing application for Fire Station #51 capital project

Council Agenda Meeting

The Leland Town Council is meeting to review the agenda and discuss upcoming items, including a certificate of sufficiency for a voluntary annexation petition covering about 65.48 acres in the Seabrooke subdivision (Phases 3B, 4A, 4B) submitted by D.R. Horton, Inc., Seabrooke Development, LLC, and the Seabrooke Homeowners Association. The council will also discuss the FY22/23 budget calendar, staff updates on events, a PARTF grant, Leland 2045 draft public input, traffic updates, and other topics. The only action item is accepting the certificate and setting a public hearing for October 21, 2021.

• Action item: Accept Certificate of Sufficiency for voluntary annexation of Seabrooke Phases 3B, 4A, 4B (approx. 65.48 acres) and set public hearing for Oct. 21, 2021
• Discussion: FY22/23 budget calendar and council budget requests due by November
• Discussion: Leland 2045 preliminary draft public input
• Discussion: Traffic updates including NCDOT Highway 17 no turn on red signs
• Discussion: ATMC/Spectrum Public Access TV

Economic Development Committee - 2021-10-14

The Leland Economic Development Committee will review the September 2021 staff report, discuss the status of the 2045 Comprehensive Land Use Plan, and continue updating the 2019 Economic Development Strategic Plan. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and routine reports.

• Approval of minutes from September 9 and October 4 meetings
• Economic Development Report: Leland Corners retail development at Highway 17 and Ocean Gate Way, including 7-Eleven, Cookout, and Take 5 Oil Change
• Status update on 2045 Comprehensive Land Use Plan
• Workshop to continue updating the 2019 Economic Development Strategic Plan
• Joint meeting with North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce

Planning Board

This is a procedural special meeting of the Leland Planning Board. The board will approve the agenda, hear a presentation on rules of procedure from the Town Attorney, and adjourn. No substantive decisions, rezonings, or contracts are on the agenda.

• Approval of the agenda
• Presentation on rules of procedure by Town Attorney Brian Edes
• Adjournment

Parks and Recreation Board Special Meeting

This meeting of the Leland Parks and Recreation Board was canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

Leland Tourism Development Authority Special Meeting

The Leland Tourism Development Authority is holding a special meeting to approve its agenda and hear a presentation on rules of procedures for boards and committees from the town attorney. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed beyond procedural items.

• Approval of the agenda
• Presentation on rules of procedures by Town Attorney Brian Edes
• Motion to adjourn

Board of Adjustment

This Board of Adjustment meeting is canceled, so no decisions or discussions will occur. The agenda includes only procedural items such as the pledge of allegiance, approval of the agenda, and rules of procedure, which will not be acted upon.

• Meeting canceled
• Pledge of allegiance
• Approval of agenda
• Rules of procedure presented by Town Attorney Brian Edes

Council Special Meeting

The Leland Town Council is holding a special meeting that includes a public hearing for a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Neighborhood Revitalization application. However, staff determined they cannot submit a competitive application this cycle due to a lack of applications, so no action is required on the grant. The council will also discuss rules of procedure for boards and committees.

• Public hearing for CDBG Neighborhood Revitalization funds (no application this year)
• Discussion of rules of procedure for boards and committees
• Staff mailed applications to over 350 property owners in Village Road and Old Fayetteville Road areas
• Site visits made to 10 properties
• Application deadline was October 14, 2021

Economic Development Committee Special Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Leland Economic Development Committee. The agenda includes only procedural items: approval of the agenda and a presentation on rules of procedures for boards and committees by the town attorney. No substantive economic development decisions or discussions are listed.

• Approval of the agenda
• Presentation on rules of procedures for boards and committees by Town Attorney Brian Edes
• Motion to adjourn

Parks and Recreation Board - 2021-09-29

The September 29, 2021 meeting of the Leland Parks and Recreation Board has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

Planning Board - 2021-09-28

The Leland Planning Board will consider three action items: a site-specific plan for the Cook Dental development, a preliminary subdivision plat for the Pinewood Cannon development, and an initial zoning recommendation for a 65.48-acre voluntary annexation. They will also discuss the Leland 2045 Comprehensive Land Use Plan update. The meeting includes routine approval of minutes and staff reports.

• Site Specific Plan and Master Land Use Plan Update for Cook Dental Development on Parcel No 04700046
• Preliminary Subdivision Plat for Pinewood Cannon Development (Parcels No. 0560005101 and 0570000101)
• Initial zoning recommendation for 65.48-acre annexation area as R6 Medium Density Residential District
• Discussion of Leland 2045 Comprehensive Land Use Plan Update
• Monthly reports: Economic Development, Planning and Inspections, Transportation (WMPO)

Leland Tourism Development Authority - 2021-09-20

The Leland Tourism Development Authority is meeting to consider three action items: approving a $4,300 full-page ad in Our State Magazine, authorizing up to $15,000 for on-call photography services, and approving an $8,200 social media marketing campaign with NC Eat & Play for the Leland in Lights display. These are all proposed expenditures requiring board approval.

• Resolution R21-043: $4,300 full-page print ad in Our State Magazine (December 2021)
• Resolution R21-044: Authorize up to $15,000 for photography/videography services with Mark Steelman (Rising Tide Pictures)
• Resolution R21-045: $8,200 social media marketing with NC Eat & Play for Leland in Lights (Dec 4, 2021 – Jan 10, 2022)
• Leland in Lights attendance goal of 4,500+ visitors (up from 4,000 in 2019)
• Next regular LTDA meeting set for November 17, 2021 at 4:00 p.m.

Council Regular Meeting

The Leland Town Council is holding public hearings and considering ordinances to annex several areas (Church Road, Ricelands, Spring Hill, Finley Farms, Juniper Creek) and to initially zone those areas. The council will also consider economic development agreements with D.R. Horton and Juniper Creek Development for the Juniper Creek Phase 3 area, plus a CDBG grant application hearing and routine consent items.

• Public hearings and votes on annexation ordinances O21-043 (Church Road), O21-041 (Ricelands), O21-046 (Spring Hill), O21-037 (Finley Farms), O21-039 (Juniper Creek)
• Zoning map amendments for each annexed area (O21-044, O21-042, O21-045, O21-038, O21-040)
• Economic development agreements with D.R. Horton (O21-036) and Juniper Creek Development, LLC (O21-035) for Juniper Creek Phase 3
• Public hearing on possible application for CDBG Neighborhood Revitalization funds
• Resolution R21-098 accepting streets and stormwater improvements in Skylars Cove

Leland Tourism Development Authority - 2021-09-15

The Leland Tourism Development Authority will consider three resolutions: advertising in Our State Magazine, photography services, and social media marketing for Leland in Lights. They will also review finance reports, website analytics, and discuss the Rice Festival grant and Gullah Geechee tourism.

• Resolution R21-043: Approving proposal for advertisement in Our State Magazine
• Resolution R21-044: Approving photography services
• Resolution R21-045: Approving Leland in Lights social media marketing
• Discussion of NC Rice Festival Grant Status Report (awarded January 2021)
• Discussion of Gullah Geechee Tourism Alliance and 2020 heritage tourism study

Council Agenda Meeting

The Leland Town Council is meeting to review and potentially approve certificates of sufficiency for five voluntary annexation petitions, which would bring several areas into town limits. The council will also hear a presentation on transportation demand management and receive staff updates on brownfields, fire stations, and the Leland 2045 plan.

• Annexation of 94.23 acres including Juniper Creek Phase 3 (D.R. Horton)
• Annexation of parcels 03700009, 0370000901, 0370000902 (Jose Morales and Claudia Lujan)
• Annexation of Finley Farms subdivision, 9.35 acres (Clayton Properties Group)
• Annexation of 47.28 acres (133 Sedlemeyer LLC, Rabon Estate Properties, 133 Investments)
• Annexation of 29.09 acres (Clayton Properties Group)

Economic Development Committee - 2021-09-09

The Economic Development Committee will meet to receive the September economic development report, hear updates on the 2045 Comprehensive Land Use Plan and a meeting with the North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce, and continue its workshop updating the 2019 Economic Development Strategic Plan. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and routine staff reports.

• Continue updating 2019 Economic Development Strategic Plan
• Status of 2045 Comprehensive Land Use Plan
• Report on meeting with North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce
• Economic Development Report by Gary Vidmar
• Approval of August 12, 2021 meeting minutes

Council Regular Meeting

The Leland Town Council will hold public hearings on annexing several properties, including Colbert Place, and on initial zoning for that subdivision. The council will also consider amendments to the stormwater ordinance and to chapters 50, 58, and 66 of the town code. The consent agenda includes resolutions on a bridge study, property acquisition, street acceptance, park naming, and multiple annexation petitions.

• Public hearing on Colbert Place annexation (O21-033)
• Public hearing on initial zoning for Colbert Place (O21-034)
• Public hearing on stormwater ordinance amendment (O21-021)
• Public hearing on code amendments to Chapters 50, 58, 66 (O21-032)
• Resolution to add Cape Fear Memorial Bridge to STIP (R21-094)

Planning Board - 2021-08-24

The Leland Planning Board will consider initial zoning recommendations for five proposed voluntary annexation areas totaling about 186.77 acres, and will review a preliminary subdivision plat for the Pinewood Cannon development. The board will also approve minutes from the July 27 meeting and receive monthly staff reports. All items are for recommendation or discussion; no final decisions are made by the board.

• Initial zoning recommendation for 1.30-acre noncontiguous annexation (Brunswick County Tax Parcel 0370009) to R-6 Medium Density Residential
• Initial zoning recommendation for 47.28-acre contiguous annexation area
• Initial zoning recommendation for 29.09-acre noncontiguous annexation area
• Initial zoning recommendation for 14-acre contiguous annexation area
• Preliminary subdivision plat for Pinewood Cannon Development (Parcels 0560005101 and 0570000101)

Council Agenda Meeting

The Leland Town Council is meeting to review agenda items for its regular meeting, including a proposed voluntary annexation of the 13.77-acre Colbert Place subdivision and a request for a letter of support for a curling facility. The council will also discuss several topics requested by members, such as the Old Fayetteville Road MUP, NCDOT STIP process, and debris management. No final votes are expected at this agenda meeting.

• Annexation petition for Colbert Place subdivision (13.77 acres) by Colbert Place Development, LLC and McKee Homes, LLC
• Letter of support for Coastal Carolina Curling Club's proposed 11,000 sq ft facility at 117 Kay Todd Road
• Community Rating System update and flood insurance coverage assessment
• Discussion topics: Old Fayetteville Road MUP, NCDOT STIP process, LCAC rentals, debris management
• Set special council meetings for October 4, 2021 and January 10, 2022

Economic Development Committee - 2021-08-12

The Leland Economic Development Committee will hear an economic development update from Director Gary Vidmar and begin updating the 2019 Economic Development Strategic Plan. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, public comment, and monthly reports from other boards and departments.

• Update of 2019 Economic Development Strategic Plan
• Economic Development Report by Gary Vidmar
• Approval of July 8, 2021 meeting minutes
• Monthly reports: Council, Parks and Recreation, Planning Board, Tourism Development Authority, Building Inspection

Parks and Recreation Board - 2021-07-28

The Parks and Recreation Board will consider recommending that the future park site on Kay Todd Road be named Loblolly Park, based on staff's public vote recommendation. The board will also approve the May 26, 2021 meeting minutes, elect officers, and receive a monthly staff report. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, pledge, and public comment.

• Facility naming for future park site on Kay Todd Road; staff recommends Loblolly Park
• Approval of May 26, 2021 meeting minutes
• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Monthly staff report including new hires and upcoming events

Planning Board - 2021-07-27

The Leland Planning Board will consider a preliminary subdivision plat for Grayson Park Phase 3, proposed text amendments to several town code chapters, and an initial zoning recommendation for a 13.77-acre voluntary annexation. The board will also hear summer intern presentations on affordable housing, transportation, and GIS mapping, and elect officers.

• Preliminary subdivision plat for Grayson Park Phase 3 (Parcel No. 04600009)
• Text amendments to Chapters 50, 58, and 60 of the Town Code
• Initial zoning recommendation for 13.77-acre voluntary annexation
• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Summer intern presentations on affordable housing, transportation, and GIS

Leland Tourism Development Authority - 2021-07-21

The Leland Tourism Development Authority will consider two grant contracts: one for the Town's Leland in Lights holiday display expansion and another for Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites marketing. The board will also receive marketing and finance updates and discuss upcoming tourism events.

• Resolution R21-042 approving a grant contract with the Town of Leland for Leland in Lights
• Resolution R21-039 approving a grant contract with Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites
• Marketing update and finance report for FY 2020-2021
• Discussion of NC Rice Festival documentaries premiere

Council Regular Meeting

The Leland Town Council is meeting to approve routine consent agenda items, including stormwater fee schedules, performance agreements, and budget amendments, and to hold public hearings on multiple annexations and initial zonings for properties across town. The agenda also includes accepting American Rescue Plan Act funds and a $1,000,000 budget appropriation for economic development.

• Public hearings for annexation and initial zoning of 9 properties, including 980 Nuns Trail, 205 Lanvale Road NE, and 148 Buckeye Road
• Resolution R21-072 to accept American Rescue Plan Act funds
• Budget Amendment BA21-014 appropriating $1,000,000 from General Fund to Economic Development Opportunities Project Fund
• Resolution R21-079 approving Stormwater and Streets Fee Schedule
• Resolution R21-073 allowing alcohol at town parks for certain 2021 special events

Council Agenda Meeting

The Leland Town Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances to annex the 16.83-acre Dabney Park subdivision and zone it for residential use. The council will also review certificates of sufficiency for eight voluntary annexation petitions submitted by H2GO water and sewer. Discussion topics include ARPA projects and housing.

• Public hearing on Ordinance O21-013 to annex 16.83 acres (Dabney Park) into town limits
• Public hearing on Ordinance O21-014 to initially zone the Dabney Park annexation area
• Eight certificates of sufficiency for H2GO annexation petitions (parcels 0370002014, 048NA00127, 0470001904, 0470002, 0570015002, 0470001106, 0370003502, 0470001209)
• Presentation by NCDOT on Cape Fear Memorial Bridge replacement by a toll bridge
• Discussion on ARPA projects and housing coalition

Economic Development Committee - 2021-07-08

The Leland Economic Development Committee will meet to approve minutes, elect officers, and hear an economic development report. They will discuss plans for updating the 2019 EDC Strategic Plan and possible agenda items for 2021-2022. The meeting includes routine items like public comment and staff reports.

• Discussion of Economic Development Strategic Plan update
• Possible agenda items and initiatives for 2021-2022
• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Approval of June 16, 2021 meeting minutes
• Economic Development Report by Gary Vidmar

Council Special Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Leland Town Council with a brief agenda. The main substantive item is a discussion of real estate acquisition, with no details provided in the agenda. The rest of the agenda consists of routine procedural items such as call to order, invocation, pledge of allegiance, and agenda approval.

• Real estate acquisition discussion

Planning Board - 2021-06-22

The Leland Planning Board will consider a zoning map amendment for a 148.4-acre parcel off NC Hwy 87 (Maco Road), swapping zoning between R-6 and M-F districts to align with future Grayson Park phases. The board will also make initial zoning recommendations for nine voluntary annexation parcels, ranging from 0.02 to 2.83 acres, and discuss FY2021-22 board stipends. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and monthly staff reports.

• Zoning map amendment for 148.4-acre parcel No. 04600009: 16.07 acres R-6 to M-F, 16.36 acres M-F to R-6
• Initial zoning recommendations for 9 voluntary annexation parcels (0.02 to 2.83 acres)
• Discussion of FY2021-22 board/committee stipends
• Approval of May 25, 2021 meeting minutes
• Monthly updates: economic development, planning/inspections, transportation

Board of Adjustment - TEST Video

This is a procedural meeting of the Leland Board of Adjustment with no substantive decisions or discussions listed. The agenda includes approval of the agenda and minutes, public comment, and routine staff reports. No specific action items or public hearings are detailed.

• Approval of the meeting agenda
• Approval of meeting minutes
• Public comment period
• Economic Development Report
• Monthly Comparative Building Permit Report

Council Regular Meeting

The Leland Town Council is meeting to approve routine items, hold public hearings on annexing and zoning four tax parcels for Demarest Park, and make board appointments. The agenda is largely procedural, including consent agenda items like minutes, fee schedule updates, and budget amendments.

• Public hearing on Ordinance O21-011 to annex tax parcels 05700065, 0460001007, 0570006539, and 05700067
• Public hearing on Ordinance O21-010 to zone the same parcels
• Budget Amendment BA21-011 transferring $600,000 to Brunswick Village Blvd Extension Project
• Budget Amendment BA21-013 appropriating $500,000 for future land purchases
• Resolution R21-051 updating Building Permitting and Inspections Fee Schedule

Economic Development Committee - 2021-06-16

The Leland Economic Development Committee is meeting to receive updates on strategic plan action items, including efforts to attract businesses to the Leland Innovation Park and support local businesses. They will also discuss the 2045 Comprehensive Plan focus group report and an economic development update. The agenda includes approval of minutes and routine reports.

• Update on Leland Innovation Park business recruitment
• 2045 Comprehensive Plan Focus Group Meeting Report
• Economic Development Update for June 2021
• Expression of appreciation to Steve Long, Dave Schuette, and Greg Bland
• Reports from Council, Planning Board, and Tourism Development Authority

Council Agenda Meeting

This is a Council Agenda Meeting where the council reviews items for the upcoming regular meeting, including a presentation from the Eagles Island Central Park Task Force, an interlocal agreement transfer, and discussion topics on cost recovery for parks and recreation and an RCCP grant. No final decisions are made at this meeting; it is primarily for agenda preparation and discussion.

• Eagles Island Central Park Task Force presentation
• Interlocal agreement transfer
• Cost recovery methodology for parks, recreation and cultural resources
• RCCP Grant – Community Action Team Member
• Next month's discussion topics due June 30

Parks and Recreation Board - 2021-05-26

The Leland Parks and Recreation Board will discuss the elimination of board/committee stipends for FY21-22, which was approved by Town Council on April 15, 2021, and a cost recovery methodology. The board will also acknowledge the last meeting of member Jessica Middleswarth and receive a monthly staff report. The agenda includes approval of the December 2, 2020 meeting minutes.

• Discussion of FY21-22 board/committee stipends, which will no longer be paid starting July 1, 2021
• Discussion of cost recovery methodology
• Acknowledge Jessica Middleswarth's last meeting
• Approval of December 2, 2020 meeting minutes
• Monthly staff report

Planning Board - 2021-05-25

The Leland Planning Board will consider several action items, including a site specific plan for 58 single-family homes in Brunswick Forest, a preliminary subdivision plat for a commercial parcel, and initial zoning recommendations for two voluntary annexations. The board will also approve the previous meeting's minutes and hear public comment.

• Site Specific Plan for 58 single-family homes on Parcel No. 05800007 (Funston Land and Timber, LLC)
• Preliminary Subdivision Plat to divide Parcel No. 0370005560 into 3 lots (Cape Fear Engineering)
• Initial zoning recommendation for voluntary annexation of ~90.3 acres (Parcel Nos. 05700067, 0570006539, 0460001007, 05700065)
• Initial zoning recommendation for voluntary annexation of ~16.83 acres (Parcel Nos. on Exhibit A)
• Approval of April 27, 2021 meeting minutes

Council Regular Meeting

The Leland Town Council is meeting to approve a consent agenda containing routine items, including resolutions on utility billing services, police mutual aid, street acceptances, and several budget amendments. The only action item is a resolution to amend the Master Land Use Plan for Mallory Creek Plantation. The meeting also includes public comment, staff reports, and a closed session.

• Resolution R21-035 ratifying mutual termination of utility billing services agreement with Brunswick Regional Water and Sewer
• Resolution R21-030 authorizing mutual aid agreement between Leland and Sunset Beach Police Departments
• Budget Amendment BA21-005 appropriating $400,000 from General Fund Reserves to Fire Station #53 Capital Project Fund
• Budget Amendment BA21-006 transferring $277,603.25 from Northgate/Baldwin Realignment to Brunswick Village Blvd Extension Project
• Resolution R21-037 to amend Master Land Use Plan for Mallory Creek Plantation

Leland Tourism Development Authority - 2021-05-19

The Leland Tourism Development Authority will consider approving three grant contracts for tourism-related projects, including with Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites, Holiday Inn Express Leland, and House of Pickleball. The board will also discuss stipends for FY21/22, a status report on a 2019 House of Pickleball grant, and an Our State magazine advertisement.

• Resolution R21-039 approving grant contract with Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites
• Resolution R21-040 approving grant contract with Holiday Inn Express Leland
• Resolution R21-041 approving grant contract with House of Pickleball
• Discussion of FY21/22 board/committee stipends (proposed elimination)
• Status report on House of Pickleball 2019 grant

Council Agenda Meeting

The Leland Town Council is holding an agenda meeting to review items for the upcoming regular meeting, including discussion topics and one action item. The action item is a resolution to direct the Town Clerk to investigate a voluntary annexation petition from Stevens Fine Homes for a 16.83-acre noncontiguous area near Old Fayetteville Road and Lanvale Road. The council will also discuss upcoming events, a utility update, and the Eagles Island Task Force.

• Resolution R21-048: Direct Town Clerk to investigate voluntary annexation petition from Stevens Fine Homes for 16.83 acres near Old Fayetteville Road and Lanvale Road
• Discussion: Resilience Alliance (requested by Councilmember Carter)
• Discussion: Utility Update (requested by Councilmember Corriston)
• Discussion: Eagles Island Task Force (requested by Councilmember Batleman)
• Discussion: Brunswick County Metropolitan Statistical Area (requested by Councilmember Batleman)

Economic Development Committee - 2021-05-13

The Leland Economic Development Committee will meet to hear from Shelbourn Stevens, president of Novant Health's Coastal Market, and receive reports on strategic plan action items, including efforts to attract businesses to the Leland Innovation Park and support local businesses. The committee will also discuss applications for 2021-2023 terms and consider changing its meeting frequency. Reports on the 2045 Comprehensive Plan and economic development updates are also on the agenda.

• Guest speaker: Shelbourn Stevens, President of New Hanover Regional Medical Center and Novant Health's Coastal Market
• Update on attracting businesses to Leland Innovation Park
• Discussion of applications for 2021-2023 committee terms
• Report on 2045 Comprehensive Plan focus group
• Economic Development Update for May 2021

Planning Board - 2021-04-27

The Leland Planning Board will consider two action items related to the Mallory Creek Plantation: a Master Land Use Plan amendment and a site-specific plan and land use update for an amenity center. The board will also approve minutes from the March 23 meeting and receive monthly reports. The agenda is otherwise routine.

• Master Land Use Plan Amendment for Mallory Creek Plantation
• Site Specific Plan and Master Land Use Plan Update for an Amenity Center on Parcel No 0590001028
• Approval of March 23, 2021 Planning Board Meeting Minutes
• Planning and Inspections Monthly Update
• Monthly Transportation Update

Council Regular Meeting

The Leland Town Council is holding a regular meeting with several public hearings and a consent agenda. Key items include adopting the FY2021-22 budget ordinances, a zoning map amendment, and a development agreement amendment. The council will also consider a petition for voluntary annexation and a grant application for park renovations.

• Budget ordinances for General Fund, Powell Bill, and Tourism Development Authority for FY beginning July 1, 2021
• Public hearing on text amendment to minimum parking requirements (Chapter 66, Section 276)
• Public hearing on zoning map amendment for Brunswick County Tax Parcel No. 030PA003
• Ordinance O21-005 amending development agreement with Buster Development, LLC
• Resolution R21-034 to apply for PARTF grant for Founders Park Phase I renovations

Council Agenda Meeting

The Leland Town Council is holding an agenda meeting to review items for the upcoming regular meeting, including discussion of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, legislative affairs, and upcoming events. The council will also receive the Leland Tourism Development Authority's quarterly financial report for March 2021, which shows year-to-date occupancy tax revenues of $106,022.99 against a budget of $180,000.00.

• Discussion of American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
• Leland TDA quarterly report: occupancy tax revenue $106,022.99 YTD (58.9% of budget)
• TDA total expenditures $110,260.09 YTD; month-end cash balance $338,782.25
• Legislative affairs and bills update
• Next month's discussion topics due May 5th

Economic Development Committee - 2021-04-08

The Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for April 8, 2021, was cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for May 13, 2021.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for May 13, 2021

Parks and Recreation Board - 2021-03-31

The Parks and Recreation Board will meet to approve the December 2, 2020 minutes and discuss the Parks and Recreation Trust Fund (PARTF) grant application. Staff reports indicate the application is due to the state by May 3, 2021, and the board previously discussed pursuing this grant for Founders Park. The meeting also includes public comment and monthly staff reports.

• Discussion of Parks and Recreation Trust Fund (PARTF) grant application
• Approval of December 2, 2020 meeting minutes
• Monthly staff report for February and March 2021
• Next meeting scheduled for May 26, 2021

Planning Board - 2021-03-23

The Leland Planning Board will review and vote on a proposed text amendment to Chapter 66 that would allow certain commercial and retail uses to reduce required parking based on traffic data, and a zoning map amendment for a Brunswick County parcel. The board will also consider a preliminary subdivision plat for Jackeys Ridge and receive an update on the Leland 2045 plan.

• Text amendment to Section 66-276 allowing reduced parking minimums for Commercial/Office and Retail uses based on 85th percentile peak hour observations
• Zoning map amendment for Brunswick County Tax Parcel No. 030PA003
• Preliminary subdivision plat by Seabrooke Development LLC to modify Jackeys Ridge Subdivision
• Leland 2045 public input and project update
• Approval of February 23, 2021 meeting minutes

Council Special Meeting

The Leland Town Council is holding a special meeting to consider a 2021 interlocal agreement for water and wastewater services. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, pledge of allegiance, and agenda approval, followed by the main item of discussion.

• 2021 Interlocal Agreement for Water and Wastewater

Council Regular Meeting

The Leland Town Council is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine approvals, including minutes, resolutions on strategic planning, H2GO annexation, and various service contracts. Public hearings are scheduled for an interlocal water/wastewater agreement with H2GO, the FY2021/2022 budget, and a zoning map amendment. The meeting also includes discussion topics and staff reports.

• Resolution R21-019 requesting annexation of certain Leland areas into the Brunswick Regional Water and Sewer H2GO Sanitary District
• Resolution R21-009 adopting the FY2020-2021 audit contract for $21,250.00
• Budget Amendment BA21-003 appropriating $127,920.00 in grant funds to the Watershed Protection Capital Project
• Budget Amendment BA21-004 appropriating $29,423.00 to the Public Utilities Property Acquisition Line
• Public hearing on zoning map amendment for Brunswick County Tax Parcel No. 029KC017

Leland Tourism Development Authority - 2021-03-17

The Leland Tourism Development Authority will hold a regular meeting to consider adopting the FY2021-2022 budget ordinance, approve an audit contract for FYE2021, and discuss a COVID-19 grant program for local tourism businesses. The meeting will also include updates on marketing, finances, and upcoming events. The agenda includes a public hearing on the proposed budget.

• Public hearing and adoption of FY2021-2022 budget ordinance with total expenditures of $230,000
• Resolution R21-037 to adopt audit contract with Thompson, Price, Scott, Adams & Co. for $2,550
• Resolution R21-038 to approve advertising with Our State Magazine
• Discussion of COVID-19 grant program for tourism-related businesses
• Marketing and website update, finance report, and upcoming tourism events

Council Agenda Meeting

The Leland Town Council is holding an agenda meeting to review items for its upcoming regular meeting, including results from the first Leland 2045 public workshop. Council members will discuss potential changes to the tree and parking ordinances, upcoming events, and the town's strategic plan. No formal votes are scheduled at this agenda meeting.

• Presentation of Leland 2045 Public Workshop #1 results by Planning & Inspections Director Ben Andrea
• Discussion of Tree Ordinance
• Discussion of Parking Ordinance
• Discussion of Strategic Plan
• Discussion topics for next month due March 31

Economic Development Committee - 2021-03-11

The Leland Economic Development Committee is meeting to discuss strategic plan action items, including supporting businesses at Leland Innovation Park, collaborating with the North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce, and working with local investor organizations. They will also hear reports on the 2045 Comprehensive Plan focus group, the town's 10-year strategic operational plan, and the latest economic development updates. The agenda includes approval of minutes and public comment, but the main focus is on ongoing economic development efforts.

• Report on Leland Innovation Park business support and attraction efforts
• Collaboration with North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce to support local businesses
• Update on 2045 Comprehensive Plan focus group meeting
• Economic Development Report for February and March 2021
• Review of council, planning board, and other committee minutes

Council Special Meeting

This is a special meeting with only procedural items: call to order, invocation, pledge, agenda approval, a closed session under state law, and adjournment. No public decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Closed session under NC statute 143-318.11(3)

Board of Adjustment - 2021-03-03

The Leland Board of Adjustment will hold a quasi-judicial hearing to review a variance request from Quality Oil Company, LLC for an outbuilding at 114 Village Rd. The applicant seeks a 40-foot variance from the front setback requirement for outbuildings in the T-5 transect. The board will determine whether the applicant meets the four required findings to approve the variance, with options to approve, table, or deny.

• Variance request VAR 20-001 for 40-foot front setback reduction at 114 Village Rd
• Property zoned T-5 Urban Center Transect, 0.57 acres
• Outbuilding placed without permit; Notice of Violation issued Aug 21, 2020
• Board requires 4/5 vote to grant variance
• Swearing in of two remaining board members

Planning Board - 2021-02-23

The Leland Planning Board will consider two action items: a preliminary subdivision plat by Funston Land & Timber, LLC to create one commercial lot on Parcel No. 05800007, and a zoning map amendment petition for Brunswick County Tax Parcel No. 029KC017. The board will also approve minutes from the January 26 meeting and receive monthly staff reports. Public comment is scheduled.

• Preliminary subdivision plat for Parcel No. 05800007 (1.878 acres, zoned C-2) to create one commercial lot along East Cutlar Crossing
• Zoning map amendment petition for Brunswick County Tax Parcel No. 029KC017
• Approval of January 26, 2021 Planning Board meeting minutes
• Monthly reports: Economic Development, Planning and Inspections, Transportation

Council Regular Meeting

The Leland Town Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine approvals, including meeting minutes, a resolution supporting a new Food Bank facility, sewer allocation for Brunswick Forest Phase 3, a task order for Founders Park site development, and a budget amendment of $305,597.29 for the Founders Park Capital Project Fund. The council will also hold a public hearing on an amendment to the Hawthorne at Waterside development agreement. The meeting includes presentations, public comment, and staff reports.

• Resolution R21-006 supporting construction of a new Food Bank of Central and Eastern Carolina facility
• Resolution R21-005 approving sewer allocation for Brunswick Forest Phase 3, Section 3C
• Resolution R21-007 approving Task Order No. 19-08 with McGill Associates for Founders Park site development and stormwater plan update
• Budget Amendment BA21-002 appropriating $305,597.29 to Founders Park Capital Project Fund
• Public hearing on Ordinance O21-003 amending the Hawthorne at Waterside development agreement

Council Agenda Meeting

The Leland Town Council is holding an agenda meeting to review items for the upcoming regular meeting, including presentations on the Leland 311 service and yard debris drop-off, and discussions on the town website, strategic plan, and Citizen of the Year. The council will also review the FY21/22 budget. The meeting is primarily procedural, setting the agenda for future action.

• Presentation on Leland 311 by GIS Analyst Elizabeth Galloway
• Presentation on Yard Debris Drop-off by Public Services Director Brannon Richards
• Discussion of Town Website Update
• Discussion of Strategic Plan Update
• FY21/22 Budget review

Economic Development Committee - 2021-02-11

This meeting of the Economic Development Committee was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 11, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. in Town Hall.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: March 11, 2021, 6:00 p.m., Town Hall

Parks and Recreation Board - 2021-01-27

The January 27, 2021 Parks and Recreation Board meeting was cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for March 31, 2021 at 6:00 p.m.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for March 31, 2021

Planning Board - 2021-01-26

The Leland Planning Board will consider two subdivision requests: a site-specific plan and master land use plan update for Greentree at Mallory Creek, creating 143 single-family lots, and a preliminary plat to divide a 4.68-acre parcel into four commercial lots. The board will also discuss a proposed text amendment to tree regulations and approve prior meeting minutes. The agenda includes routine reports and public comment.

• Site Specific Plan and Master Land Use Plan Update for Greentree at Mallory Creek (Parcel No. 05900010) - 143 single-family lots on 51.21 acres
• Preliminary Subdivision Plat for Parcel No. 0470004104 (owned by Lidl US Operations, LLC) - 4 commercial lots at Ocean Gate Plaza and Gateway Blvd
• Discussion of proposed text amendment to Town of Leland Code of Ordinances - Tree Regulations
• Approval of December 15, 2020 Planning Board Meeting Minutes

Council Special Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Leland Town Council, held at 10:00 a.m. on January 25, 2021. The agenda includes routine items (call to order, invocation, pledge, agenda approval) and a single substantive item: discussion of the FY21/22 budget. No decisions or specific budget figures are listed in the agenda.

• FY21/22 budget discussion

Council Regular Meeting

The Leland Town Council will hold two public hearings on the annexation and initial zoning of Brunswick County tax parcel 05700068 for H.I.P. III, LLC. The consent agenda includes routine items such as minutes, a police MOU, the Founders Park Master Plan update, a disaster debris removal resolution, a revised planning fee schedule, transportation match funds, and a budget amendment. The meeting also includes an audit presentation and appointments to the WMPO.

• Public hearing on annexation ordinance O21-001 for tax parcel 05700068
• Public hearing on zoning ordinance O21-002 for tax parcel 05700068
• Resolution R21-003 to adopt Founders Park Master Plan Update (Revised January 2021)
• Resolution R20-108 approving revised Planning and Zoning Fee Schedule
• Budget Amendment BA21-001 transferring $7,052.51 to Lanvale Forest Road Improvement Project

Leland Tourism Development Authority - 2021-01-20

The Leland Tourism Development Authority will review the FYE2020 audit, hear updates on marketing and finances, and discuss the proposed FY2021/2022 budget. Action items include adopting 2021 meeting dates and approving a $15,000 grant contract with the NC Rice Festival. The meeting also includes discussion on the Leland in Lights grant and COVID-19's impact on tourism.

• Review of FYE2020 audit by Thompson, Price, Scott Adams & Co., P.A.
• Proposed FY2021/2022 LTDA budget of $230,000, balanced with $180,000 occupancy tax and $50,000 fund balance
• Resolution R21-035 adopting 2021 meeting dates
• Resolution R21-036 approving $15,000 grant contract with NC Rice Festival
• Discussion on Leland in Lights grant application status

Council Agenda Meeting

The Leland Town Council is holding an agenda meeting to review items for the upcoming regular meeting, including discussion of the North Carolina League of Municipalities' proposed advocacy goals for 2021 and the Leland Tourism Development Authority's quarterly report. The council will also discuss the See Click Fix tool and schedule next month's discussion topics. The agenda is largely procedural, with no formal votes scheduled.

• Discussion of NCLM proposed municipal advocacy goals, including broadband, COVID-19 revenue relief, affordable housing, and police training
• Leland TDA FY2020-2021 Quarter Two report: occupancy tax revenue $79,852.81 YTD, 44.4% of budget
• Discussion of See Click Fix platform
• Next month's discussion topics due February 3, 2021
• Leland 2045 work session with Design Workshop

Economic Development Committee - 2021-01-14

The Leland Economic Development Committee will meet to approve minutes, hear public comment, and discuss 2021 meeting dates. Members will provide updates on strategic plan action items, including supporting businesses during COVID, the Leland Innovation Park, EcoTEK Industries, and collaboration with local investor organizations. The agenda also includes an economic development report and updates from town boards and staff.

• Discussion of 2021 meeting dates
• Update on supporting businesses during COVID pandemic
• Update on Leland Innovation Park attraction efforts
• Update on facilitating EcoTEK Industries facility
• Economic Development Report by Gary Vidmar