Town Council
Regular Meeting Minutes
October 4, 2016
Council Members Present:
Mayor A.D. (Zander) Guy, Jr
Mayor Pro-Tem Douglas Medlin
Nelva Albury
Michael Curley
Don Helms
W.J. (Buddy) Fowler
Town of Surf City Staff:
Larry Bergman- Town Manager
Ashley Loftis- Finance Director
Stephanie Hobbs- Town Clerk
Trey Carter– Town Attorney
Todd Rademacher- Planning Director
Ron Shanahan- Police Chief
Kristie Grubb- Parks and Recreation
Joey Rivenbark- Fire Chief
Members of Public Present:
Jack Solak
Marty Martin
Stephanie Kenneway
Jason Dorazio
A. Call to Order
Mayor called the meeting to order 7:00 p.m.
B. Invocation
Mr. Medlin gave the invocation.
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Proclamation
Fire Prevention Month
Community Planning Month
E. Beautification & Appearance Committee
Home of the Month- Tonya Patram at 102 Now Boys Loop
Business of the Month- CVS at 13461 Hwy 50
F. Consent Agenda
- Approval of the Regular Meeting Minutes September 6, 2016 Mrs. Nelva made the motion to approve the minutes. Mr. Fowler seconded the motion and it was carried.
G. New Business
H. Public Hearing
- Text Amendment- Zoning Text Amendment Section 4.0 – MFC Multi-Family Cluster
Open at 7:10pm
Mr. Rademacher stated the need for a flexible residential district has been discussed before. The issue is always about density and preservation of natural areas and providing for recreation areas for residents of these developments. It is the intent of this district to provide that balance between development and the environment. With the increase in development, the new school and several larger tracts of land potentially coming up for development staff felt the need to review the ordinances and create better set of guidelines for the type of development that will stand the test of time and truly add to the community. The Planning Board recommends approval of the ordinance.
Closed at 7:14pm
Mr. Helms made a motion to approve the zoning text amendment as presented. Mr. Medlin seconded the motion and it was carried.
- Annexation- Hwy 50&210 / 11.45 Acres / Surf City Topsail Partners LLC
Open at 7:15
Mr. Rademacher stated this is an annexation request for about five parcels owned between Smith, McNair, and Batts families. The clerk did the certification of sufficiency. If granted the annexation date would be October 4th, 2016. Planning Board recommends annexation with a C3 zoning district.
Closed at 7:16
Mr. Helms made a motion to adopt the annexation ordinance and set the zoning at C3 Commercial, and to also adopt the consistency resolution. Mrs. Alburry seconded the motion and it was carried.
H. Public Forum
Mr. Jack Solak stated that the dunes look great and the dune plantings is great.
Mr. Erwin stated the crosswalks at fifth St. and the Park look great. They have made a big difference. He was stated he was most appreciative.
I. Council Forum
Mr. Curley stated he thanked everyone for coming out and it has been a great meeting. He stated he hoped everyone enjoyed a great weekend.
Mr. Medlin stated he thanked everyone for coming out. He stated he hopes that the storm dies down.
Mrs. Albury stated she was very happy to be a part of the meeting tonight. She thanked everyone for coming out and she hopes everyone stays safe during the storm.
Mr. Fowler stated he wished that everyone would be mindful and safe. He stated that Park and Rec. is a very busy place right now. Fall sports are underway as well as children’s activities. The Fall Festival is going on October 24th.
Mr. Helms stated he thanked everyone for coming and be carful this weekend. If the island does have to evacuate please do not stay. If power does go out please be mindful of your candles.
Mayor asked for an approval on the 2017 meeting schedule. There have been some comments and concerns about moving the meeting to 6:00pm.
Mrs. Albury made a motion to approve a meeting time of 7:00pm for the 2017. Mr. Medlin seconded the motion and it was carried.
Mr. Erwin asked if we could do better in advertising the town meeting schedule.
The Mayor stated there is a pill disposal box at the Police Station for drop off anytime during regular business hours. Coffee with a Cop has been very successful. The child safety seatbelt check was also the previous month and went over well. He asked that everyone take a look at this storm, it is really serious, you need to have a family plan.
J. Manager Reports
Mr. Bergman stated we have been in talks with NCDOT and we are looking at getting a sign for the center of the road at the crosswalks.
K. Town Attorney Reports
L. Adjournment
Mrs. Albury made a motion to recess this regular schedule meeting until Thursday, October 6th at 11:30am. Mr. Helms seconded the motion and it was carried.
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A.D. (Zander) Guy Jr., Mayor
Attest:
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Stephanie Edwards Hobbs, Town Clerk
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