Leland public meetings in 2024

Council Regular Meeting

The Leland Town Council will hold its regular meeting on December 19, 2024, with a consent agenda that includes approving meeting minutes, adopting the Gullah Geechee Heritage Trail Feasibility Study, and amending the budget to allocate $1.5 million for future land purchases and $1 million for the Old Fayetteville Rd culvert replacement. The council will also hear a presentation on the fiscal year 2024 audit and make appointments to the Cape Fear Council of Government and the Leland Tourism Development Authority.

• Budget Amendment BA24-007: $1,500,000 from General Fund to Property Acquisition Capital Project Fund for future land purchases
• Budget Amendment BA24-008: $1,000,000 in grant proceeds to Old Fayetteville Rd Culvert Replacement Project
• Resolution R-24-073: Adopting the Gullah Geechee Heritage Trail Feasibility Study
• Ordinance ORD-24-018: Amending Chapter 38 - Offenses and Miscellaneous Provisions
• Resolution R-24-075: Adopting a policy prohibiting pornography on Town devices and networks

Board of Adjustment

The Leland Board of Adjustment will hold a quasi-judicial hearing on a variance request for a manufactured home at 9569 Oakmont Court. The owner, Rodrigo Jaimes, seeks to keep the home 5.8 feet from the front property line, which is 24.2 feet less than the required 30-foot setback, and to allow parking that is not side-by-side. The board will also vote on adopting its 2025 meeting schedule.

• Variance request for 24.2-foot reduction of front yard setback at 9569 Oakmont Court (Parcel 029KD04301)
• Variance request to waive side-by-side parking requirement (Sec. 66-277(25))
• Property is in a flood zone and has a Duke Energy utility easement at the rear
• Building permit for the home was issued March 9, 2022, but the home was placed differently than approved
• Adoption of the 2025 Board of Adjustment meeting schedule (second Tuesday of each month)

Planning Board

The Leland Planning Board will consider a conditional zoning map amendment and Master Land Use Plan amendment for about 31.5 acres at Mallory Creek Plantation. The applicant proposes rezoning from C-1 and PUD to R-6-CZ and C-1-CZ to allow 127 townhomes, 30,000 square feet of commercial space, and amenities. The board will make a recommendation to Town Council, which is not bound by it. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and staff reports.

• Conditional rezoning of Brunswick County Tax Parcel IDs 05900009, 0590001004, 0590000914, 0590000915, 0590000918, 0590000920, 0590000921, 0590000919
• Proposed 127 townhomes and 30,000 SF of commercial space (5,000 SF restaurant, 15,000 SF retail, 10,000 SF office)
• Master Land Use Plan amendment for Mallory Creek Plantation PUD
• Approval of November 19, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public comment and monthly staff/transportation reports

Council Agenda Meeting

The Leland Town Council is meeting to review the agenda for its upcoming regular meeting and discuss several staff updates. The main substantive item is a request for the Council to consider a resolution of support for the Wilmington Urban Area Metropolitan Planning Organization's application for a federal PROTECT grant to develop a regional Resilience Improvement Plan. The agenda also includes updates on the CDBG-NR grant program, education and engagement opportunities, and ceremonial recognitions. The meeting is primarily a discussion and planning session, with no final votes expected on the items listed.

• Consider resolution of support for WMPO's PROTECT grant application for a regional Resilience Improvement Plan
• Update on CDBG-NR Grant Program
• Discussion of education and engagement opportunities
• Review of requests for ceremonial recognitions and presentations
• Next regular council meeting scheduled for January 13, 2025

Economic Development Committee - 12 Dec 2024 - Canceled

The Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for December 12, 2024, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is set for January 9, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in Town Hall.

• Meeting canceled
• Next meeting: January 9, 2025, 6:00 p.m., Town Hall

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will discuss an updated Public Art Policy and receive an update on Founders Park. They will also hear a presentation on parks data from 2018 to the present and consider adopting the 2025 meeting schedule. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and administering an oath of office.

• Discussion of updated Public Art Policy (MEMO-24-0202)
• Founders Park update
• Presentation on Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources Data 2018-present
• Action item: Adopting 2025 regular meeting schedule (MEMO-24-0187)
• Oath of office for Art Deitrich

Council Regular Meeting

The Leland Town Council is holding its regular meeting with a presentation on the regional economic outlook, a public comment period, and approval of routine consent items including meeting minutes and acceptance of street improvements in Brunswick Forest. No major policy decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Presentation: 'Where Does Brunswick Stand and What Can We Expect' by UNCW economist Mouhcine Guettabi
• Resolution R-24-070 accepting dedication of street improvements in Brunswick Forest Phase 1 Section 4B, Phase 2 Section 3, and Phase 2 Section 6
• Approval of minutes from October 14 and October 17, 2024 meetings
• Staff and council reports

Board of Adjustment - 19 Nov 2024 - Cancelled

The November 19, 2024 Board of Adjustment meeting was canceled. The only agenda item, a variance request for two Brunswick County tax parcels, was withdrawn by the applicant. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 17 at 2:00 p.m. at Town Hall.

• Meeting canceled for November 19, 2024
• Variance request withdrawn by applicant for tax parcels 0280000115 and 028000116
• Variance sought from Sections 50-19(c), 66-313(c)(9)(b), 66-314(n), and 66-315(a)(1)(e) of Town Code
• Next meeting: December 17 at 2:00 p.m. at Town Hall

Planning Board

The Leland Planning Board will meet to approve its 2025 meeting schedule, receive a quarterly update on the Leland 2045 Comprehensive Plan, and discuss hotel parking requirements. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and routine staff reports.

• Adopting 2025 Planning Board regular meeting schedule
• Quarterly update on Leland 2045 Comprehensive Plan
• Discussion on hotel parking requirements
• Approval of minutes from September 24 and October 22, 2024 meetings

Council Agenda Meeting

The Council will receive a quarterly update on the implementation of the Leland 2045 Comprehensive Plan. The meeting also includes a presentation on flood hazard areas and a discussion regarding a pedestrian crossing at Ploof Road and Old Waterford Way.

• Quarterly update for Leland 2045 Comprehensive Plan
• $344,000 StRAP grant for Jackeys Creek debris removal
• U.S. Highway 17 Pedestrian Crossing design and survey work
• $70,000 grant for tourism-related event marketing
• $25,000 Duke Energy Local Impact Grant for radio system enhancement

Economic Development Committee

The Leland Economic Development Committee will consider adopting its regular meeting schedule for the 2025 calendar year and receive an economic development report from Director Barnes Sutton. The agenda also includes approval of the October 10, 2024 meeting minutes and routine items such as public comment and staff reports.

• Adopting the 2025 regular meeting schedule (MEMO-24-0193)
• Approval of October 10, 2024 meeting minutes (MEMO-24-0188)
• Economic Development Report by Barnes Sutton, including 'News of Interest November 2024'

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board meeting scheduled for October 30, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 4, 2024, at 6 p.m. at Town Hall.

Board of Adjustment

The October 22, 2024 meeting of the Leland Board of Adjustment has been cancelled. A variance request for two Brunswick County tax parcels, continued from the July 23 meeting, was on the agenda but will not be heard at this time. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 19 at 2:00 p.m. in Town Hall.

• Meeting cancelled
• Variance request for Brunswick County Tax Parcel IDs 0280000115 and 028000116 continued from July 23
• Next regular meeting November 19 at 2:00 p.m.

Planning Board

The Leland Planning Board will consider a master land use plan amendment for the Brunswick Forest PUD, changing about 13.7 acres from residential to commercial. Two action items on voluntary annexation and rezoning of a Brunswick County tax parcel are expected to be removed due to ongoing discussions. The board will also discuss hotel parking requirements and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Master Land Use Plan Amendment for Brunswick Forest PUD (13.7 acres residential to commercial)
• Removal of initial zoning recommendation for Brunswick County Tax Parcel ID 0470002402
• Removal of rezoning recommendation for Brunswick County Tax Parcel ID 0470002402
• Discussion on hotel parking requirements
• Approval of August 27, 2024 meeting minutes

Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council will consider adopting the 2030 Strategic Plan and several ordinance amendments. The meeting includes public hearings regarding the FlexCode ordinance, Showtyme Trail property rezoning, and hotel parking requirements.

• Adoption of the Town of Leland 2030 Strategic Plan
• Public hearing for FlexCode ordinance text amendment (ORD-24-017)
• Public hearing for Showtyme Trail properties rezoning (ORD-24-015)
• Public hearing to add hotels and motels to the parking requirement table
• Amending the Brunswick Forest Planned Unit Development Master Land Use Plan

Leland Tourism Development Authority

The Leland Tourism Development Authority will consider approving grant contracts for the NC Rice Festival, the CIAA Golf Championship, and the Town of Leland's Leland in Lights event, as well as authorizing a strategic plan agreement. The board will also review the FYE2024 audit and adopt the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Resolution R24-006: Grant contract with NC Rice Festival
• Resolution R24-007: Grant contract with Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) for golf championship
• Resolution R24-008: Grant contract with Town of Leland for Leland in Lights
• Resolution R24-009: Authorize agreement with National Travel Center for tourism strategic plan
• Resolution R24-010: Adopt 2025 regular meeting schedule

Council Agenda Meeting

The Leland Town Council is meeting to review the agenda for its regular meeting, discuss staff updates on ordinance research and zoning changes, and consider setting special meetings for the FY25/26 budget. The only action item is to schedule those budget meetings for January and February 2025 at Fire Station 51.

• Set special council meetings for FY25/26 budget on Jan 27, 2025 at 10 a.m. and Feb 24, 2025 at 1 p.m. at Fire Station 51
• Staff update on ordinance research
• Staff update on zoning ordinances and map changes
• Discussion of potential ceremonial recognitions and presentations
• FY24/25 budget discussion

Economic Development Committee

The committee will review the September 12 meeting minutes and hear an economic development report from Barnes Sutton. Discussion topics include updates on local commercial projects and guest presentations regarding workforce development.

• Approval of September 12, 2024, meeting minutes
• Presentation by Small Business & Technology Development Center (SBTDC)
• Economic Development Report by Barnes Sutton
• Discussion of commercial projects including Panda Express and Wilmington Beach Academy
• Review of medical office developments in Brunswick Forest

Council Special Meeting

The Leland Town Council is holding a special meeting to hear a presentation on the progress of the proposed 2030 Strategic Plan. The plan, developed with consultant True North Performance Group, outlines five strategic priority areas with goals and objectives. Council will gather comments from staff and the public to refine the plan before final adoption at the October 17 regular meeting.

• Presentation on 2030 Strategic Plan progress by True North Performance Group
• Public comment on the Strategic Plan
• Strategic priority areas include Safe Community, Infrastructure, Communication, Organizational Excellence, and Business Enhancement
• Plan includes initiatives such as town-wide camera system, floodplain development ordinance, and economic development fund
• Closed session scheduled after public comment

Council Regular Meeting

The Leland Town Council will vote on a resolution amending the Brunswick Forest Planned Unit Development Master Land Use Plan, and will discuss the FY2025-26 budget calendar and receive a storm recovery update. The consent agenda includes several routine resolutions, such as authorizing the town manager to execute documents for utility easements, a multi-year agreement with Motorola Solutions for public safety video and evidence management, and approving waivers for permitting fees related to storm damage repairs.

• Resolution R-24-056 amending the Brunswick Forest Planned Unit Development Master Land Use Plan
• Resolution R-24-062 authorizing a multi-year agreement with Motorola Solutions Inc for public safety video and digital evidence management services
• Resolution R-24-064 approving waivers to permitting fees for repairs to structures damaged by Potential Tropical Cyclone #8
• Resolution R-24-057 approving the renaming of Kay Todd Road
• Resolution R-24-060 authorizing easements to Duke Energy for electrical utility work in Founder's Park

Board of Adjustment

The September 24, 2024 meeting of the Leland Board of Adjustment has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 22 at 2:00 p.m. in Town Hall, with remaining 2024 dates on November 19 and December 17.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting October 22 at 2:00 p.m. in Town Hall
• Remaining 2024 dates: October 22, November 19, December 17

Planning Board

The Leland Planning Board will consider three action items: a zoning map amendment for six parcels totaling about 2 acres near Village Road and Parker Trail, a text amendment to modify Chapter 30 (FlexCode), and a text amendment to change parking space requirements for hotels. The board will make recommendations to Town Council on these items. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, public comment, and a monthly transportation update.

• Rezoning of six parcels (IDs 029GA00703-706, 029GA00601-602) from C-1 to R-15, requested by Peach Harbor, LLC
• Text amendment to modify Chapter 30 (FlexCode) of the Code of Ordinances
• Text amendment to modify Section 66-276 (parking spaces required for hotels)
• Approval of July 23, 2024 meeting minutes
• Monthly transportation update

Council Agenda Meeting

The Leland Town Council is holding an agenda meeting to review discussion topics and prepare for the regular meeting. Key items include a staff analysis of bike infrastructure options with cost estimates, and a request for feedback on coastal development policies for the Leland 2045 plan. The council will also consider setting a special meeting for the strategic plan.

• Bike lane options: painted lanes ($26,083), armadillo buffers ($126,403-$226,723), concrete median ($401,280) on Shelmore Way and Cape Fear National Drive
• Coastal development policies for CAMA certification, including limits on density in flood-prone areas and prohibiting floating homes
• Set special council meeting for October 7, 2024 at 4 p.m. for strategic plan
• Storm recovery update
• Ordinance research staff update

Economic Development Committee

The Leland Economic Development Committee will meet to approve the minutes from its July 11 meeting and hear an economic development report from Director Barnes Sutton, including September news of interest. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or proposals listed beyond the minutes approval.

• Approval of July 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Introduction of Deputy Town Clerk Adam Golonka
• Guest speaker Jim Flock, General Manager at Blair-HSM Cape Fear Workforce Development Consortium
• Economic Development Report by Barnes Sutton with September 2024 news

Council Special Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Leland Town Council. The agenda includes only a call to order, pledge, agenda approval, a strategic plan discussion, and adjournment. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Strategic plan discussion

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will conduct an oath of office for four members and hold elections for Chair and Vice Chair. The board will also discuss appointing a representative to the Integrated Mobility Plan focus group.

• Oath of office for Art Dietrich, Beth Dimenstein, Emily Donovan, and Mallory Keane
• Election of Board Chair and Vice Chair
• Appointment of a Parks Board representative for the Integrated Mobility Plan (IMP) focus group
• Presentation of Parks, Programs, and Events update by PRCR staff
• Approval of May 1, 2024, meeting minutes

Board of Adjustment - Canceled.

This meeting of the Leland Board of Adjustment, scheduled for August 27, 2024, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is set for September 24 at 2:00 p.m. in Town Hall.

• Meeting canceled
• Next meeting: September 24, 2:00 p.m., Town Hall

Planning Board

The Leland Planning Board will hear a presentation on policy options to improve bikeability, including cost estimates for bike lanes on Shelmore Way and Cape Fear National Drive. They will also discuss amendments to the Master Land Use Plan for Brunswick Forest PUD and proposed modifications to Chapter 30 (FlexCode), along with a quarterly update on the Leland 2045 Comprehensive Plan. The board will also consider approving minutes from a June 17 special meeting.

• Presentation on bikeability policy alternatives with cost estimates: painted bike lanes ($18,532.80), armadillo buffers ($89,812.80–$161,092), concrete median ($285,120) for 2.7 miles of collector roads
• Master Land Use Plan Amendment for the Brunswick Forest PUD (action item)
• Discussion on proposed modifications to Chapter 30 - FlexCode of the Town's Code of Ordinances
• Discussion on policies related to coastal development for inclusion in Leland 2045
• Approval of minutes from June 17 special Planning Board meeting

Council Regular Meeting

The Leland Town Council will hold its regular meeting on August 15, 2024, with several action items including adopting an age-friendly community strategic plan, amending the civil emergencies ordinance, and approving a consent agenda that includes a new permitting fee schedule and an agreement for a pedestrian crossing project on U.S. Highway 17. The meeting also features presentations on transportation and public safety plans, plus appointments to boards.

• Resolution R-24-052: Authorize agreement with Exult Engineering for U.S. Highway 17 pedestrian crossing project
• Resolution R-24-053: Update permitting and inspections fee schedule
• Resolution R-24-054: Support NCDOT application for signal and intersection improvements at Lanvale Road and Fletcher Road NE/Village Road NE
• Resolution R-24-043: Adopt Age-Friendly Community Strategic Plan
• Ordinance ORD-24-014: Amend Chapter 22 Civil Emergencies

Council Agenda Meeting

The Leland Town Council is holding an agenda meeting to review items for the upcoming regular meeting, including a quarterly update on the Leland 2045 Comprehensive Plan. The update highlights recent accomplishments such as a $13.5 million bond approval for Town Hall expansion, a $50 million FY2024-25 budget, and various infrastructure and safety projects. Council members will also discuss topics like noise and vibration, Founders Park reopening, and upcoming community events.

• Quarterly update on Leland 2045 Comprehensive Plan implementation
• Discussion on noise and vibration (Councilmember McHugh update)
• Founders Park reopening update
• Approved up to $13.5 million in bonds for Town Hall expansion
• $50 million budget for FY2024-2025 approved in May

Economic Development Committee - 08 Aug 2024 - Canceled

The August 8, 2024, meeting of the Leland Economic Development Committee was canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 12 at 6 p.m. in the Town Hall.

• Meeting canceled

Board of Adjustment

The Leland Board of Adjustment will hold four quasi-judicial hearings on July 23, 2024. Three are variance requests from the town's subdivision and zoning ordinances for properties in the proposed East Lake development, and one is an appeal of an administrative decision about new power poles and above-ground utility lines. The board must decide whether each variance meets the four required findings based on evidence presented.

• Variance request from Sec. 50-18(e2)(3)a for Tax Parcel ID 0280000115 (East Lake Phase 1) to eliminate an eastern street connection
• Variance request from Secs. 50-19(c), 66-313(c)(9)(b), 66-314(n), 66-315(a)(1)(e) for Tax Parcel IDs 0280000120, 0280000117, 0280000106
• Variance request from same sections for Tax Parcel IDs 0280000115 and 028000116
• Appeal hearing of an administrative decision on construction of new power poles and above-ground utility lines
• Applicant for first variance is Criteria Development; US Army Corps of Engineers preliminary wetland determination attached

Planning Board

The Leland Planning Board will consider recommending that the Town Council adopt the Age-Friendly Community Strategic Plan, developed with AARP to support aging residents. The board will also hear a presentation on the Comprehensive Safety Action Plan (SS4A Plan) and handle routine items including approving minutes, swearing in new members, and appointing officers.

• Recommendation for adoption of Age-Friendly Community Strategic Plan (MEMO-24-0079)
• Presentation on Comprehensive Safety Action Plan (SS4A Plan) by Kittleson and Associates
• Swearing in of new members Robert W. Lazaro, Jr. and Kim Ohanian
• Re-appointment of Stephen Whitney for second term
• Approval of May 28 meeting minutes

Council Regular Meeting

The Leland Town Council is holding its regular meeting with a presentation on the town's bond rating, a proclamation for Drinking Water Day, and updates on the Founders Park project and staff reports. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and recognition of board and committee members.

• Proclamation declaring July 18, 2024 as Drinking Water Day
• Presentation on Leland's bond rating by David Cheatwood of First Tryon Advisors
• Founders Park Project Update
• Approval of Council meeting minutes from May 13 and May 16, 2024
• Recognition of Economic Development Committee, Parks and Recreation Board, and Planning Board members

Leland Tourism Development Authority

The Leland Tourism Development Authority will consider two grant requests—$20,000 for Brunswick Beer and Cider's CiderFest and one for Leland Brewing Company's Oktoberfest—and adopt an updated services agreement with the Town of Leland. The board will also discuss grant policy and a strategic plan update, and receive a report on the North Carolina Rice Festival.

• Resolution R24-003: $20,000 grant to Brunswick Beer and Cider for CiderFest marketing
• Resolution R24-004: Grant request from Leland Brewing Company for Oktoberfest
• Resolution R-24-005: Updated Agreement for Services between LTDA and Town of Leland
• Discussion: Grant Policy and TDA Strategic Plan Update
• Presentation: North Carolina Rice Festival Report

Council Agenda Meeting

The Leland Town Council is holding an agenda meeting to review items for its upcoming regular meeting. The main discussion topic is whether to approve two ceremonial proclamations: one declaring July 18, 2024 as Drinking Water Day, and another declaring September 29, 2024 as VFW Day for the VFW's 125th anniversary. No other substantive business is listed; the rest of the agenda is procedural.

• Proclamation request: July 18, 2024 as Drinking Water Day, honoring Professor Detlef Knappe and Vaughn Hagerty for PFAS research
• Proclamation request: September 29, 2024 as VFW Day for VFW's 125th anniversary, requested by Commander Decker, VFW Post 1219
• Council to provide staff direction on ceremonial recognition requests
• Next council agenda meeting scheduled for August 12, 2024