Wrightsville Beach public meetings in 2023

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will consider a request from Danielle and Shana Bourgeois for a parking exception at 1 North Lumina Avenue. The request is to allow the operation of a retail, rental, and coffee shop known as "The Shed" without the required 5 parking spaces.

• Parking exception request for 1 North Lumina Avenue (The Shed)
• Proposed use: retail, rental shop, and coffee service
• Request to waive requirement for 5 parking spaces

Board of Aldermen

The Board will administer oaths of office for the Mayor-Elect and two Alderman-Elects. The body is also deciding on funding for public building repairs and reviewing special event permits.

• Public hearing for Special Use Permit amendment at 534 Causeway Drive (Zeke’s Beans and Bowls) for outside seating and parking
• Budget Ordinances for holiday pole lights, Public Safety Building roof repairs, and Public Works Building improvements
• Approval of 2024 special events including WB Valentine’s 5k & 10k, Carolina Cup, Wahine Surf Classic, and Ironman 70.3
• Proposed amendment to Parking Enforcement Services agreement with P2 of NC, LLC
• Scheduling of future public hearings for Town Code amendments regarding private access easements and driveway construction

Ad Hoc Committee

The Wrightsville Beach Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to review and approve the Need/Purpose section and a draft ordinance section by section. They will also discuss a member's recommendation for a subject matter expert and plan next steps, aiming to finalize their recommendation.

• Review/Approve Need/Purpose section
• Review proposed draft ordinance section by section
• Discuss Member Chaffins' recommendation for subject matter expert
• Next meeting date—goal to finalize recommendation

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee will review a draft Bike/Ped Plan and consider several special event permit applications. The committee will also receive updates on PARTF 2022 and 2023 projects.

• Review of Draft Bike/Ped Plan
• WB Foundation Valentine’s Plunge permit application
• Wrightsville Beach Valentine’s 5k-10k permit application
• Carolina Cup permit application
• Wahine Surf Classic parking request

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss several land use items, including a presentation on new pickleball courts and proposed changes to driveway construction specifications. The board will also review permit amendments for 86 Waynick Boulevard and the Seapath Yacht Club.

• Presentation on New Pickle Ball Courts
• Special Use Permit amendment for 86 Waynick Boulevard to add indoor seating
• Text amendment to extend maximum private access easement from 100’ to 125’
• Special Use Permit for Seapath Yacht Club electrical building renovation and dumpster relocation
• Text amendment to Section 155.9.6 regarding driveway construction specifications

Ad Hoc Committee

The Wrightsville Beach Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially approve the purpose and definitions of their work, review a proposed draft ordinance, and outline next steps. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific items or dollar amounts listed.

• Consider approval of minutes from the 10/18/23 meeting
• Discuss Purpose/Definitions and consider approval
• Review proposed draft ordinance

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will discuss infrastructure funding for water repairs, bulkheads, and drainage. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding outdoor seating and parking at Zeke’s Beans and Bowls. Members will also consider requests for engineering and pavement study proposals.

• Public hearing for Special Use Permit amendment at 534 Causeway Drive (Zeke’s Beans and Bowls) for outside seating and parking exception
• Budget Ordinance (2023) 604-B for unplanned water main repair
• Budget Ordinance (2023) 606-B for Columbia/Sweeney Bulkheads change order
• Budget Ordinance (2023) 607-B for Arrindale Street stormwater/paving project
• Resolution (2023) 2317 supporting NCDOT application for Cape Fear Memorial Bridge replacement

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will review a conceptual design presentation for pickleball and tennis courts. Members will also discuss proposed changes to the Special Events Ordinance regarding permit application reviews.

• Pickleball / Tennis Courts Conceptual Design Presentation
• Revisions to Chapter 98: Special Events, Parades, Demonstrations, Picketing, Public Beach Ordinance
• Benches on the Beach replacement program following beach renourishment
• Proposed 2024 Wrightsville Beach Farmers’ Market Rules and Regulations
• Wrightsville Beach Park Liberty Swing Replacement

Ad Hoc Committee

The Wrightsville Beach Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, review documents prepared by Robert O'Quinn, and discuss next steps and action items. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific decisions or proposals detailed.

• Approval of minutes from 09/14/23 meeting
• Review of documents prepared by Robert O'Quinn
• Discussion of next steps and action items

Planning Board

The Planning Board voted to recommend a favorable amendment to the Special Use Permit for 534 Causeway Drive. The request seeks to officially include four outdoor picnic tables and address a parking space exception.

• Special Use Permit amendment for 534 Causeway Drive to include four picnic tables
• Request for a parking exception for six spaces to meet updated requirements
• Planning Board vote of 6-1 to forward a favorable recommendation
• Condition requiring a 'no exit' sign at the parking lot entrance

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee is reviewing survey responses and public meeting feedback regarding the Bike/Ped Plan. The committee will also discuss plan prioritization.

• Review of Bike/Ped Plan survey responses
• Review of Bike/Ped Plan public meeting responses
• Discussion of Bike/Ped Plan prioritization

Ad Hoc Committee

The Wrightsville Beach Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to continue its discussion of a Lighting Ordinance, including reports from subcommittees. The agenda also includes a presentation by Neal Briggi and approval of the previous meeting's minutes. No final decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Continued discussion of Lighting Ordinance with subcommittee reports
• Presentation by Neal Briggi
• Approval of minutes from the 07/13/23 meeting

Board of Aldermen

The Wrightsville Beach Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings on a text amendment to open space requirements and the Beach Management Plan, and consider adopting ordinances on civil penalties and other items. The agenda also includes routine consent items, special event permits, and a closed session for attorney consultation.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-1850 amending open space requirements (UDO 155.2.10)
• Public hearing on Beach Management Plan
• Consider Ordinance 2023-1853 amending civil penalties for Section 97.08 violations
• Special event permits: Elementary School Fall Festival (Oct 13), Trilogy film screening (Oct 12), School Meals 5K (Nov 18)
• Recognition of Ocean Rescue Team for USLA championship

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss potential increases to program fees and revisions to the refund policy. The meeting also includes updates on grant projects and the Bike/Pedestrian Plan.

• Program fees increases and refund policy revision
• Movies in the Park discussion
• Grant projects update
• Bike/Ped Plan update

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee recommended that the Board of Aldermen approve updated program fees and a revised refund policy. The committee also rescheduled its December meeting to accommodate the review of a draft Bike/Ped plan.

• Recommended Board of Aldermen approval of fee changes and refund policy (All approved)
• Changed December meeting date from December 4th to December 11th (All approved)

Board of Aldermen

The Wrightsville Beach Board of Aldermen is holding a special called meeting for a workshop with NCDOT representatives. The sole substantive item is a discussion of the Salisbury Street and Causeway Drive bridge replacement projects. No votes or decisions are scheduled on the agenda.

• Workshop with NCDOT on Salisbury Street bridge replacement
• Workshop with NCDOT on Causeway Drive bridge replacement

No official meeting of the Board of Aldermen was held because a quorum was not present. The session served as a workshop with NCDOT regarding the replacement of three bridges.

Board of Aldermen

The Wrightsville Beach Board of Aldermen will hold a regular meeting with several action items, including a proposed ordinance to prohibit intentionally introducing substances into bodies of water, a special event request from Poe's Tavern, and a CAMA waiver for a property at 28 Shore Drive. The board will also approve consent agenda items such as special event permits, budget ordinances, and set public hearings for a zoning text amendment and the Beach Management Plan. A closed session is scheduled for attorney consultation.

• Ordinance (2023) 1852 amending Section 97.08(A) to add prohibited nuisance for intentional introduction of substances into bodies of water
• Special event request from Poe's Tavern deviating from current Special Use Permit
• CAMA Waiver and exception for 15-foot riparian corridor setback at 28 Shore Drive
• Budget Ordinance (2023) 599-B appropriating Powell Bill funds for Columbia and Sweeney Streets bulkhead project
• Public hearing set for September 14 on UDO text amendment Chapter 155.2.10 Open Space Requirements

The Board of Aldermen passed a new nuisance ordinance and approved funding for street banners. They also granted a pier repair exception for a Shore Drive property and authorized a one-day permit for outdoor music at Poe's Tavern.

• Adopted Ordinance (2023) 1852 prohibiting intentional introduction of substances into bodies of water (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Ordinance (2023) 600-B for the Town's $7,380 portion of street banner project (unanimous)
• Approved waiver for Poe's Tavern to have outdoor music on 11/11/23 from Noon to 5:30pm (unanimous)
• Authorized CAMA waiver and pier/dock exception for 28 Shore Drive pending final as-built survey (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Ordinance (2023) 598-B for Police Department ABC grant funds (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Ordinance (2023) 599-B for Columbia and Sweeney Streets bulkhead project (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for September 13, 2023, regarding UDO Open Space Requirements text amendment (unanimous)
• Approved special event permits for WB Board Riders Mid Atlantic Fall Surf Contest and Worrell 1000 Catamaran Race (unanimous)

Marketing Committee

The Wrightsville Beach Marketing Advisory Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, review room occupancy tax collections, hear a research update, and discuss FY22-23 paid media, PR, and social results. They will also discuss the WB Press FAM (familiarization trip) and set the next meeting date.

• Approval of minutes from May 9, 2023
• Room occupancy tax collections review
• FY22-23 paid media, PR, and social results
• WB Press FAM discussion
• Next meeting: Sept 13, 8:30-11:00am, FY23-24 Program of Work presentation at Wilmington Convention Center

The committee met to discuss room occupancy tax collections, research updates, and FY22-23 paid media, PR, and social results. The minutes do not record any formal votes or final decisions.

Planning Board

The Planning Board voted to recommend an amended version of Ordinance (2023) 1843 that removes provisions for outdoor showers and outdoor lifts. The Board also voted unanimously to support updates to the minimum housing code and Chapter 97 to align with state statutes.

• Amended recommendation for Ordinance (2023) 1843 to remove subsection 4 (outdoor showers) and subsection 5 (outdoor lifts)
• Favorable recommendation for text amendments to the minimum housing code, Chapter 152, and Chapter 97
• Review of proposed changes to Section 155.2.10 regarding Open Space Requirements

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss the Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan presented by Kimley Horn.

• Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan presentation by Kimley Horn

Ad Hoc Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the May 24, 2023 meeting. Members divided into three groups to review the existing lighting ordinance and compare it with other localities. The committee also discussed a future joint meeting with the Planning Board regarding outdoor platform lifts in setbacks.

• Approved May 24, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Divided committee into three groups to review lighting ordinance sections
• Scheduled lighting ordinance meeting for 8/22/23
• Scheduled setback ordinance meeting for 7/19/23

Board of Aldermen

The Wrightsville Beach Board of Aldermen will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine approvals, including special event permits, a debris management plan, a fire aid agreement, and a resolution supporting a regional resilience plan. A public hearing will consider text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding open space requirements. The board will also discuss and possibly approve budget ordinances for a raw waterline intake replacement and an HVAC unit replacement, and consider accepting partial ownership of a marsh tract.

• Public hearing on UDO text amendments (Ordinances 2023-1847, 1848, 1849) for open space requirements
• Budget Ordinance 2023-597-B to fund partial replacement of raw waterline intake for parking lot construction
• Budget Ordinance 2023-596-B to fund HVAC replacement at Public Safety Building
• Consent agenda includes special event permits for Turkey Trot, Novant Wilmington Marathon, Tour of Homes, Art in the Garden
• Resolution 2023-2310 for Automatic Aid Agreement with Wilmington Fire Department; Resolution 2023-2311 supporting MPO resilience plan

The Board approved budget ordinances for a raw waterline replacement and a new HVAC unit at the Public Safety Building. The Board declined ownership of a 16.05-acre marsh tract and referred three proposed zoning ordinances regarding residential lifts back to committee for further revision.

• Approved $160,000 for partial replacement of raw waterline intake (Unanimous)
• Approved $240,000 for HVAC unit replacement and mini split installation at Public Safety Building (Unanimous)
• Declined to accept 51% ownership interest in a 16.05-acre marsh tract off Parmele Blvd (Unanimous)
• Sent Ordinances (2023) 1847, 1848, and 1849 regarding residential lift setbacks back to Planning Board and Ad Hoc Committee (3-2)
• Approved Consent Agenda including special event permits and Debris Management Plan (Unanimous)
• Approved Automatic Aid Agreement with City of Wilmington Fire Department via Resolution No. (2023) 2310 (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. (2023) 2311 supporting the Wilmington Urban Area MPO Resilience Improvement Plan (Unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Wrightsville Beach Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings on the proposed FY23-24 budget and amendments to the Minimum Housing Code and Noise Ordinance, then consider approval. The consent agenda includes routine items such as special event permits, budget ordinance adjustments, and a resolution supporting a regional safety planning grant.

• Public hearing on FY23-24 Budget and Budget Ordinance (2023) 592-B
• Public hearing on code amendments to Chapter 152 (Minimum Housing) and Chapter 97 (Noise)
• Resolution (2023) 2308 to extend the pier head line between lots 17-32 on Point Place and Shore Drive
• Consent agenda includes special event permits for Surfers Healing, Life 90.5, Seaside Shuffle 5k, Pier to Pier Swim, and Easter Sunrise Service
• Resolution (2023) 2309 supporting MPO Safe Streets and Roads for All grant application

The Board unanimously approved the FY23/24 Budget and Budget Ordinance (2023) 592-B. The Board also adopted ordinances updating the Minimum Housing Code and Noise and Public Nuisances regulations. Additionally, the Board approved a $1,006,116 budget for the Marketing Advisory Committee.

• Approved FY23/24 Budget and Budget Ordinance (2023) 592-B (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance (2023) 1845 and (2023) 1846 regarding Minimum Housing Code and Noise and Public Nuisances (unanimous)
• Approved $1,006,116 FY23/24 Marketing Advisory Committee budget (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution (2023) 2308 to extend the pier head line between lots 17-32 (unanimous)
• Approved Life 90.5 Listener Appreciation Day event for October 14, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Ordinances (2023) 593-B, 594-B, and 595-B for fund appropriations and capital projects (unanimous)
• Approved sale of Fire Department surplus Hurricane Trailer via Resolution (2023) 2306 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution (2023) 2307 awarding badge and sidearm to retiring Police Sergeant Greg Gowin (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board discussed proposed text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding open space requirements. The board also reviewed potential changes to the Minimum Housing Code and noise ordinances.

• Proposed amendment to Section 155.2.10 regarding utility service equipment stands
• Proposed rules for outdoor showers and platform lifts in setbacks
• Proposed allowance for arbors up to 7.5 feet tall within fences
• Review of amendments to Chapter 152 (Minimum Housing Code) and Chapter 97 (Noise)

Ad Hoc Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the May 18, 2023, meeting. Members discussed a framework for reviewing and updating the lighting ordinance and requested a document from the planner that compares existing regulations with the current outline.

• Approved May 18, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Ad Hoc Committee

The Wrightsville Beach Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to review proposed definitions and an outline for a new Lighting Ordinance, with the Breckenridge, Colorado ordinance provided for reference only. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and standard procedural items.

• Review proposed Lighting Ordinance definitions
• Review proposed Lighting Ordinance outline
• Breckenridge Colorado Ordinance (info only)
• Approval of minutes from 04/06/23 meeting

The Committee discussed enforcement of the current Lighting Ordinance and potential modifications to lighting allowances. Members agreed to provide photographs of ordinance violations to the Planner for a presentation. The Committee decided to prepare a presentation for the Board of Aldermen at the next meeting to define the scope of the Lighting Ordinance study.

• Approved 04/06/23 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Decided members will submit photos of lighting violations to Planner Robert O’Quinn
• Decided to prepare a presentation for the Board of Aldermen at the next meeting (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee will review the Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan by Kimley Horn. The meeting also includes updates on grant projects and discussion regarding the Farmers’ Market opening day.

• Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan presentation by Kimley Horn
• Farmers’ Market Opening Day discussion
• Grant Projects updates

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen voted to remove the seasonal 25mph speed limit on Waynick Boulevard, returning it to 35mph year-round. The Board also approved funding for Causeway Drive resurfacing and a coastal storm damage reduction project. Several items, including the marketing budget and lane realignment, were deferred or tabled.

• Eliminated 25mph seasonal speed limit on Waynick Boulevard (Unanimous)
• Approved $67,311 local match for Causeway Drive resurfacing and bike lanes (Unanimous)
• Approved amended budget ordinance of $20,000 for police radar trailers (Unanimous)
• Awarded disaster debris removal bids to State Tree Services and KDF Enterprises (Unanimous)
• Approved request for New Hanover County to begin $575,000 engineering work for alternative beach nourishment (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution (2023) 2305 declaring May 20-26 as Safe Boating Week (Unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Fire Department AED replacement and surplus vehicle sale (Unanimous)
• Deferred FY23-24 marketing budget and tabled Causeway Drive lane realignment

Marketing Committee

The Wrightsville Beach Marketing Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes from April 11, discuss room occupancy tax collections, and review the FY23-24 marketing budget. The meeting is scheduled for May 9, 2023, at Town Hall.

• Consider approval of minutes from 4-11-23
• Room Occupancy Tax Collections discussion
• FY23-24 Marketing Budget Review

The Committee reached a consensus to forward the proposed FY23-24 budget allocations to the Board of Aldermen for approval. The proposed budget totals $1,006,116, which is a 9.3% decrease compared to FY22-23.

• Approved minutes of the 4/6/23 meeting
• Consensus to forward proposed $1,006,116 FY23-24 budget to Board of Aldermen

Board of Aldermen

The Wrightsville Beach Board of Aldermen is holding a budget workshop to discuss the upcoming fiscal year's budget. The agenda is minimal, with no specific items listed beyond the workshop itself.

• Budget workshop

The Board of Aldermen conducted a budget workshop to adjust departmental spending and personnel costs. The Board reached a consensus to use reserves to cover a water and sewer deficit and approved a split COLA and merit increase for employees.

• Approved using accumulated reserves to cover $47,000 water and sewer deficit
• Approved 4% COLA and 3% merit increases for Town employees effective 7/1/23
• Approved 2024 lifeguard salaries proposal
• Approved Fire Department personnel changes including a Deputy Chief and 3 firefighter/EMT positions effective 1/1/24 if SAFER grant is not approved
• Approved removal of $30,000 from General Administration for Pay and Classification study
• Increased NC Holiday Flotilla budget from $42,000 to $45,000
• Reduced Environmental Services contracted services by $200,000
• Reduced ABC revenue estimate by $200,000

Board of Aldermen

The Wrightsville Beach Board of Aldermen is meeting for a budget workshop. The agenda includes only a call to order, the workshop itself, and adjournment. No specific budget details or other items are listed on this agenda.

• Budget workshop

The Board reviewed draft expenditures across town departments and discussed options to balance the General and Water and Sewer Funds. The Board agreed to specific funding for the Holiday Flotilla and the purchase of an ATV.

• Agreed to include $45,000 for the Holiday Flotilla, to be requested from the TDA
• Reached consensus to purchase one ATV during the current fiscal year using ROT funding

Board of Aldermen

The Board approved several infrastructure and environmental agreements, including a beach nourishment sand resource agreement and a bulkhead project. They also funded a garden fountain replacement and park improvements. A decision on the Waynick Blvd speed limit was deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved Resolution (2023) 2300 extending UNCW Center for Marine Sciences lease to June 30, 2039 (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Ordinance (2023) 586-B for Harbor Way Gardens fountain replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $64,600 proposal from Cape Fear Engineering Services for park pickleball courts and lighting (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution (2023) 2302 for use of continental shelf sand resources for beach nourishment (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Ordinance (2023) 588-B and Resolution (2023) 2303 for Sweeney St and Columbia Ave bulkhead and stormwater project (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Budget Ordinance (2023) 587-B for Asheville Street Stormwater project (unanimous)
• Tabled changes to commercial parking program
• Deferred decision on Waynick Blvd speed limit to next meeting

Marketing Committee

The Wrightsville Beach Marketing Advisory Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, review room occupancy tax collections, and discuss recommendations for the FY23-24 marketing plan with the agency present. The next meeting is scheduled for May 9 for budget review.

• Approval of minutes from 2-14-23
• Room occupancy tax collections review
• FY23-24 marketing plan recommendations with agency
• Next meeting date: May 9 for FY23-24 budget review

The Committee approved the minutes from the February 14, 2023 meeting. Members reviewed agency recommendations for FY23-24 marketing, paid media, research, and PR/Social Media. A new web-based mobile trip guide is scheduled to launch in April 2023.

• Approved minutes of the 2/14/23 meeting

Ad Hoc Committee

The Committee modified a draft ordinance regarding setbacks and encroachments. Changes included adding language to the Purpose section and establishing specific rules for vertical outdoor platform lifts.

• Approved minutes of the 3/29/23 meeting (unanimous)
• Added 'enhancing the community’s quality of life' to the Purpose section of the draft ordinance
• Retained language applying utility/service equipment stand rules to both new and existing buildings
• Added language to Section (5) permitting vertical outdoor platform lifts to encroach up to four feet into side and rear setbacks
• Limited vertical outdoor platform lifts to one per single family unit or two per duplex
• Restricted vertical outdoor platform lifts to existing buildings only

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee is reviewing the Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan by Kimley Horn. The committee will also receive updates on grant projects and establish a meeting schedule for 2023.

• Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan presentation by Kimley Horn
• Updates on Grant Projects
• Establishment of 2023 meeting schedule

The committee began a community-driven planning process for bicycle and pedestrian facilities with consultant Kimley Horn. Members participated in an initial activity to identify strengths, challenges, and opportunities for the network. A draft plan is expected in November.

• Approved March 6, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Ad Hoc Committee

The Wrightsville Beach Ad Hoc Committee will continue deliberations regarding setbacks and lighting ordinances. The meeting also includes a guest presentation concerning sea turtle lighting concerns.

• Continuation of discussion on setbacks
• Guest presentation: Sea Turtle Lighting Concerns
• Continuation of lighting ordinance discussion

The Committee refined recommendations for allowable encroachments into setbacks, specifically restricting showers and platform lifts from front yard setbacks. The group also reviewed sea turtle protection measures related to the lighting ordinance.

• Approved minutes of 3/22/23 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved amended minutes of 3/8/23 meeting (unanimous)
• Voted to maintain original recommendation on showers, excluding front setbacks (unanimous)
• Decided to split proposed item (E) under Sec. 155.2.10 and add item (F) for utility/service equipment stands
• Decided vertical outdoor platform lifts are not allowed in front yard setbacks and apply only to existing structures
• Decided to add item (d) under section (C)(3) prohibiting stairs leading to the roof

Ad Hoc Committee

The Wrightsville Beach Ad Hoc Committee will discuss Planning Board recommendations regarding setbacks. The committee will also consider approving an update to its report.

• Discussion of Planning Board Recommendations: Setbacks
• Consider Approval of an Update to Committee Report

The Committee reviewed Planning Board recommendations regarding Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) setbacks. Members reached consensus on limiting exterior lifts to existing structures and removing outdoor showers from allowed encroachments. The group also decided to modify language regarding utility equipment stands and roof access.

• Agreed to allow exterior lifts to encroach into setbacks only for existing structures
• Agreed to eliminate outdoor showers as allowed encroachments in Section (4)
• Decided to separate language in Section 155.2.10 (E) regarding enclosure of areas beneath stands
• Agreed to add language prohibiting steps to the roof of the house
• Scheduled next meeting for 3/29 at 1:00pm

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen approved a text amendment to reduce off-street parking requirements for marina dry storage. They also authorized funding and exemptions to continue studies regarding a potential merger with CFPUA.

• Approved Ordinance (2023) 1843 reducing marina dry storage parking to one space per six spaces (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution (2023) 2296 and Budget Ordinance 585-B to fund CFPUA merger studies (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution (2023) 2298 amending firefighter holiday and sick time accrual (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution (2023) 2294 supporting H.R. 524 for beach nourishment borrow sources (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution (2023) 2295 for planning and permitting of two police boat lifts at Wynn Plaza (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Easter sunrise service permits and sale of two load packers to Wall Recycling (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution (2023) 2299 awarding badge and sidearm to retiring Corporal Gunnar Matthews (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution (2023) 2297 exempting Town from Beach Management Plan requirements (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

This is a procedural budget workshop agenda with no specific items listed. The board is meeting to discuss the budget, but no details are provided.

The Board conducted a budget workshop to review projected expenditures and revenues for the General Fund and Water & Sewer Fund. No formal votes were taken; the session served as the first of several workshops to prepare a draft budget by June 1st.

Ad Hoc Committee

The Wrightsville Beach Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to hear a guest presentation from David Munn of Duke Energy. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and schedule the next meeting. No decisions or votes on substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Guest presentation by David Munn of Duke Energy
• Approval of minutes from the 02-22-23 meeting

The committee reviewed photometric design and the BUG system for lighting fixtures with a Duke Energy expert. Members discussed the need for area-specific regulations to protect sea turtles and noted an ongoing amber street lighting test on E. Augusta and E. Atlanta streets.

• Approved minutes of the 2/22/23 meeting (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for 3/29/23 at 1:15pm
• Decided to invite experts on lighting effects on sea turtles to the next meeting
• Decided to limit future presentations to one hour

Planning Board

The Planning Board reviewed two text amendments: one to allow smaller residential units and reduced parking in the C-3 commercial district, and another to permit elevators in residential setbacks. The board also discussed recommendations from an ad hoc committee on items allowed in setbacks, such as stairs, outdoor showers, and lifts. No votes were taken on the open space or elevator items; the C-3 amendment failed to get a second on a motion to forward it to the Board of Aldermen.

• Text amendment to allow residential units as small as 750 sq ft in C-3 district on lots over 1 acre, with parking reduced to 1 space and setbacks to 7.5 ft
• Motion to not recommend C-3 text amendments to Board of Aldermen died for lack of a second
• Discussion of ad hoc committee recommendations to allow stairs, outdoor showers (max 4x8 ft), and lifts (max 4 ft) in setbacks
• Proposal to allow elevators to encroach into residential structure setbacks discussed but not voted on
• Board expressed concerns about density and parking impacts of C-3 changes

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will consider a proposal from the Harbor Island Garden Club regarding the Blue Martin House and discuss selections for Farmers’ Market craft vendors. They will also receive updates on grants.

• Harbor Island Garden Club Proposal — Blue Martin House
• Farmers’ Market Craft Vendor Selections
• Grants Updates

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee approved a proposal from the Harbor Island Garden Club to donate and maintain birdhouses at two parks. The committee also selected 14 craft vendors for the 2023 farmers' market.

• Approved February 6, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Endorsed installation of two Purple Martin birdhouses at S. Channel Park and Island Drive Park
• Selected 14 craft vendors for the 2023 farmers' market

Ad Hoc Committee

The committee will review the existing Ordinance Section 155.9.7 and approve minutes from the February 15, 2023 meeting. The session includes scheduling the next meeting.

• Review of Ordinance Section 155.9.7

The committee conducted a line-by-line review of the existing lighting ordinance and compared it with ordinances from other communities. Members determined they require technical expertise to review maximum illumination standards. The committee agreed to invite David Munn of Duke Energy to the next meeting.

• Approved minutes of the 2/15/23 meeting (unanimous)
• Agreed to invite David Munn of Duke Energy to the next meeting
• Assigned members to take photos of lighting issues around town

Ad Hoc Committee

The committee will review an existing ordinance (Section 155.9.7) and approve minutes from the previous meeting. No specific decisions or proposals are detailed in the agenda.

• Review of existing ordinance Section 155.9.7
• Approval of minutes from January 25, 2023 meeting

The Committee reviewed existing outdoor lighting ordinances and identified gaps regarding sea turtle habitat protection and interior light trespass. Members discussed potential updates to definitions, holiday lighting dates, and the inclusion of trash areas in commercial lighting rules.

• Approved minutes of the 1/25/23 meeting (unanimous)
• Reached consensus to address the unusable table in Section 155.9.14
• Reached consensus to move the start date for holiday lighting to November 15
• Concurred that the ordinance needs a definitions section

Board of Aldermen

The Wrightsville Beach Board of Aldermen will discuss and possibly act on several items, including a beach nourishment and management plan, a SAFER grant to hire six additional firefighters, and an amendment to the AT&T wireless lease. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as special event permits, budget ordinances, and an audit contract.

• Consider contract with NC Division of Coastal Management for Beach Nourishment and Management Plan (Resolution 2288, Budget Ordinance 584-B)
• Consider applying for SAFER grant to hire six additional firefighters
• Consider 9th Amendment to Option and Lease Agreement with New Cingular Wireless for equipment on water tank at 338 South Lumina Ave (Resolution 2282)
• Consider sale of two load packers to Wall Recycling (Resolution 2290)
• Set public hearing for March 15 on off-street parking text amendments (Chapter 155.9.1.5)

Marketing Committee

The Wrightsville Beach Marketing Advisory Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, review room occupancy tax collections, and begin strategic planning for fiscal year 2023-24. The next meeting in April will include marketing plan recommendations with agency attendance.

• Approval of minutes from 8-9-22 and 2-10-23
• Review of room occupancy tax collections
• FY23-24 strategic planning discussion
• Next meeting set for April 11 for FY23-24 marketing plan recommendations

The committee approved the minutes from the August 9, 2022, and February 10, 2023, meetings. Members reviewed room occupancy tax data, FY23-24 strategic planning, and Arrivalist research results. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved minutes of 8/9/22 and 2/10/23 meetings (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen received a briefing on a feasibility study exploring consolidation of the Town's water and sewer utility with Cape Fear Public Utility Authority (CFPUA). The study examines financial, operational, and intergovernmental feasibility, with a final report expected in May 2023. No decisions were made at this briefing.

• Feasibility study funded by NC Division of Water Infrastructure grant
• Capital improvement needs estimated at $25.5M+ from 2017-2022 studies
• Water projects include $1.8M galvanized pipe replacement and $2.2M supply/interconnect improvements
• Wastewater projects include $6.2M sewer rehab for PS #1, #4, #5 service areas
• Draft Utility Consolidation Agreement delivered for review Jan 24

The Board of Aldermen met to receive a presentation from HDR Engineering regarding a feasibility study for merging the Town's water and sewer utility with the Cape Fear Public Utility Authority. No formal decisions were made; the study is ongoing and scheduled for completion in May 2023.

Planning Board

The Planning Board voted 7-0 to forward a favorable recommendation to the Board of Aldermen for a text amendment reducing dry-storage parking requirements at Atlantic Marine marina. The board also voted 7-0 to forward an unfavorable recommendation for a text amendment that would have allowed a condominium to contract with a vendor to set up chairs and umbrellas on the beach for its residents. The board will elect a chair and vice chair and discuss open space requirements.

• Text amendment to reduce marina dry-storage parking from 1 space per 4 slips to 1 per 6 slips (Atlantic Marine, Inc.)
• Text amendment to allow beach chair/umbrella service for condominiums with more than 10 units (The Islander, Inc.) — recommended unfavorably
• Election of Planning Board chair and vice chair
• Discussion of open space requirements ad hoc committee and text amendment proposal

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee will elect a chairman and co-chairman, hear from the police chief on bicycle and pedestrian safety, and discuss the NCDOT bike/ped plan scope of work. They will also review a 2023 PARTF grant application for WB Beach Park improvements and receive updates on the 2022 PARTF grant for tennis/pickleball courts and the STBG-DA Causeway Drive project.

• Election of Chairman and Co-Chairman
• Police Chief Squires on bicycle and pedestrian safety
• NCDOT Bike/Ped Plan – Scope of Work/Schedule
• PARTF 2023 grant application for WB Beach Park improvements
• Update on PARTF 2022 grant for Tennis & Pickleball Courts project

The committee voted to support a 2023 Parks and Recreation Trust Fund grant application for park improvements, including a multi-use path and additional parking. Members also discussed bicycle and pedestrian safety concerns with the Police Chief to inform an upcoming planning process.

• Approved support for PARTF 2023 grant for park improvements and 23 new parking spaces (6-0)
• Elected Cherry Woodbury as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Bridget Bendjy as Co-Chairman (unanimous)
• Approved November 7, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved January 9, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Ad Hoc Committee

The Wrightsville Beach Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to discuss its scope, approach, and next steps for reviewing and recommending changes to current town ordinances. The committee will also hear comments from Alderman Ken Dull and plan future meetings.

• Review of current ordinances led by committee member Briggi
• Invitation to David Munn with Duke Power as a subject matter expert
• Consideration of additional subject matter experts to speak to the committee
• Plan to begin making recommended changes to current ordinances
• Final recommendations require a two-thirds majority vote (4 members)

The Committee established that its scope of work will be limited to exterior lighting. Members agreed to begin the review process by examining the existing Outdoor Lighting Ordinance, specifically Section 155.9.7.

• Approved minutes from 10/26/22 (unanimous)
• Decided public comments will not be allowed during Committee meetings
• Limited committee scope to exterior lighting only
• Scheduled next meetings for 2/15 and 2/22

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen approved a new investment strategy with First Citizens Bank to manage reserve funds. They also extended a well lease with Shore Acres Company and made several appointments to town boards and commissions.

• Approved Resolutions (2023) 2285, 2284, and 2286 to implement a new investment strategy with First Citizens Bank (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution (2023) 2281 to continue the Well No. 8 lease with Shore Acres Company for $3,000 annually (unanimous)
• Approved disposal of surplus Fire Department equipment via Resolution (2023) 2287 (unanimous)
• Approved special event permits and changes to the 2022-23 Parks & Recreation Fee Schedule (unanimous)
• Designated Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee as the steering committee for the Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan
• Tabled the 9th amendment to the option and lease agreement with New Cingular Wireless
• Appointed members to the Parks & Rec. Advisory Committee, Board of Adjustment, Planning Board, and Historic Landmark Commission
• Scheduled first FY23-24 budget work session for 3/10/22 at 8:30am

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss three text amendments: one for off-street parking regulations, one for business-at-the-beach and ocean-related business activities, and a C-3 text amendment that has been postponed to February. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• C-3 Text Amendment postponed to February at applicant's request
• 155.9.1.5 Off-Street Parking Text Amendment to be discussed
• 92.01, 92.29, A.3, and 155.7.15 Business at the Beach and Ocean related Business Activities Text Amendment to be discussed
• Approval of minutes from November 1, 2022 and December 6, 2022

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee will discuss and plan the 2023 Easter Egg Hunt, the 2023 Farmers' Market and vendor selection, and the PARTF 2023 grant application. The committee will also receive updates on three active grants: the 2022 PARTF grant for pickleball/tennis courts, a Bike/Ped Planning grant, and a Surface Transportation Block Grant.

• 2023 Easter Egg Hunt scheduled for Saturday, April 1, 2023
• PARTF 2023 grant application to be discussed
• 2023 Farmers' Market and vendor selection
• Grant updates: NCDOT Bike/Ped Planning Grant, PARTF 2022 Tennis & Pickleball Courts, STBG-DA

The committee reached a consensus to move the annual Easter Egg Hunt to April 1. No formal votes were taken on other items, including a new grant application and naming policies, because the committee lacked a quorum.

• Agreed to schedule 2023 Easter Egg Hunt for April 1