Clemmons public meetings in 2022
43 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Board
The Planning Board recommended approval for a 10-lot preliminary major subdivision plan at 4200 Clinard Road. The board also elected a new Secretary for the Planning Board.
- Recommended approval for Tanglewood Trace Subdivision (Zoning Docket C-22-001) with condition that developer provide mail kiosk if required (Unanimous)
- Elected Planning Director Doug Moore as Secretary (Unanimous)
- Approved September 20, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
- Approved meeting agenda (Unanimous)
Village Council
The Clemmons Village Council will hear a presentation from the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools superintendent, consider a contract for legal services, and adopt the 2023 meeting and holiday schedules. The agenda also includes a report on village events and a manager's report on items like a request to move transportation funding.
- State of Schools presentation by WSFCS Superintendent McManus
- Attorney Contract
- Adoption of the 2023 Meeting and Holiday Schedules
- Request to MPO to move funding for Comprehensive Transportation Plan
- 2023 Events Schedule and Farmers Market applications
The Council approved a contract for legal services with Brough Law Firm effective January 1, 2023, to assist with land-use regulations and the UDO. Other actions included adopting the 2023 meeting and holiday schedules and designating Mayor Rogers as the NCLM Voting Delegate.
- Approved legal services contract with Brough Law Firm effective Jan 1, 2023 (unanimous)
- Adopted 2023 Meeting and Holiday Schedules (unanimous)
- Designated Mayor Rogers as NCLM Voting Delegate for Biennium Legislative Goals (unanimous)
- Directed Staff to request MPO move $200k from Kinnamon Road study to a comprehensive transportation plan and support 20% local match (consensus)
- Approved minutes of November 28, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
Village Council
The Clemmons Village Council will vote on a budget amendment for the pedestrian head and crosswalk project at Southwest School Road and Lewisville-Clemmons Road near West Forsyth High School. The council will also hear reports on marketing events and the October financial summary, and may enter closed session for a personnel matter.
- Budget Amendment 23-G-2 for Ped Head and Crosswalk Project at Southwest School Road and Lewisville-Clemmons Road
- Annual Tree Lighting on November 29 at 6 PM
- Coffee with a Cop on December 20 at Food Lion, Kinnamon Village
- Financial Summary Report for October 2022
- Closed session for personnel matter under NCGS 143-318.11(a)(6)
The Council approved design and surveying contracts and a budget amendment for a pedestrian head and crosswalk project at West Forsyth. Council also voted to change the Village's legal service provider and directed staff to apply for MPO grants for electric equipment and a new stoplight.
- Approved $22,000 design contract with Kimley-Horn for West Forsyth ped head and crosswalk (unanimous)
- Approved $2,280 surveying contract with Encompass Surveying & Engineering for West Forsyth ped head and crosswalk (unanimous)
- Approved Budget Amendment 23-G-2 to appropriate $150,000 for the ped head and crosswalk project (unanimous)
- Directed staff to submit MPO applications for electric equipment/vehicles ($136,000) and a stoplight at Lewisville-Clemmons Road and Holder Road (consensus)
- Terminated legal services contract with Blanco Tackabery effective December 31, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved proposal from Brough Law Firm for legal services effective January 1, 2023 (unanimous)
Planning Board
The November 15, 2022, meeting was cancelled because there were no new cases to be heard.
Village Council
The Village Council is holding a special meeting solely for a closed session to discuss the qualifications, competence, performance, character, fitness, conditions of appointment, or conditions of initial employment of an individual public officer or employee, as permitted by state law. No other business is listed on the agenda.
- Closed session under NCGS 143-318.11(a)(6) regarding an individual public officer or employee
The Village Council held a special meeting to discuss a personnel matter in a closed session. The council reconvened in open session and took no action.
- Approved motion to enter closed session for personnel matter (unanimous)
- No action taken following closed session (unanimous)
Village Council
The Clemmons Village Council will hold public hearings and vote on resolutions to close portions of Upland Road and Clouds Harbor Trail, adopt Supplement 25 to the Code of Ordinances, and hear a presentation from Winston-Salem Utilities on lead compliance. The council will also review the marketing director's report and manager's report, including a pedestrian head and crosswalk at West Forsyth.
- Public hearing and vote on Resolution 2022-R-15 to close a portion of Upland Road
- Public hearing and vote on Resolution 2022-R-16 to close a portion of Clouds Harbor Trail
- Ordinance 2022-13 adopting Supplement 25 to the Code of Ordinances
- Winston-Salem Utilities Lead Compliance Program presentation
- Manager's report on Ped Head and Crosswalk at West Forsyth
The Council unanimously approved the closing and right-of-way abandonment of portions of Upland Road and Clouds Harbor Trail. Additionally, the Council adopted Supplement 25 to the Code of Ordinances. Staff was directed to further investigate a pedestrian crosswalk project at West Forsyth.
- Approved street closing/ROW abandonment for Upland Road via Resolution 2022-R-15 (unanimous)
- Approved street closing/ROW abandonment for Clouds Harbor Trail via Resolution 2022-R-16 (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2022-13 to adopt Supplement 25 to the Code of Ordinances (unanimous)
- Directed staff to continue discussions regarding stacking plans and sidewalk costs for the West Forsyth ped head and crosswalk project
Village Council
The Village Council is holding a special meeting solely for a closed session to discuss the qualifications, competence, performance, character, fitness, or conditions of appointment/initial employment of an individual public officer or employee, as permitted by state law. No other business is on the agenda.
- Closed session under NCGS 143-318.11(a)(6) regarding an individual public officer or employee
The Village Council met for a special session to discuss a personnel matter in closed session. The council reconvened in open session and took no action.
- Approved motion to enter closed session for personnel matter (unanimous)
- No action taken following closed session (unanimous)
Village Council
The Clemmons Village Council will consider Ordinance 2022-12, which amends the existing 50-50 cost share program for drainage projects across private property, updating eligibility and cost-sharing rules. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes, announcements, and a closed session for a personnel matter, plus informational reports on events, finances, and stormwater.
- Ordinance 2022-12 amending Ordinance 2021-05 for Village participation in drainage projects across private property (50-50 cost share, max $10,000 per property)
- Closed session for discussion of personnel matter under NCGS 143-318.11(a)(6)
- Financial Summary Report for September 2022 (fund balance $8,965,440)
- Greendale Way Culvert System Replacement Design Proposal
- Stormwater Quarterly Report
The council unanimously approved Ordinance 2022-12, increasing the Village's match for the 50-50 cost-share drainage program from $5,000 to $10,000 per property. They also approved a $48,000 design contract with LJB Engineering for the Greendale Way culvert replacement and a $5,000 settlement with Greek Empire, LLC over stormwater and driveway violations. A closed session on a personnel matter resulted in no action.
- Approved Ordinance 2022-12 raising drainage cost-share cap to $10,000 (unanimous)
- Approved $48,000 Greendale Way culvert replacement design contract with LJB Engineering (unanimous)
- Approved $5,000 settlement with Greek Empire, LLC over stormwater/driveway violations (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of October 10, 2022 regular meeting (unanimous)
- Approved agenda as amended to add Attorney's Report (unanimous)
- Held closed session for personnel matter; no action taken (unanimous)
Planning Board
The October 18, 2022 regular meeting of the Clemmons Planning Board was cancelled because there were no new cases to hear. The next meeting is scheduled for November 15, 2022.
Zoning Board of Adjustment
The Clemmons Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing to consider a special use permit renewal for a manufactured home on Lasater Road, and will also discuss amending its rules of procedure regarding regular meeting times. The board will elect officers and approve prior meeting minutes.
- Special use permit renewal for a Class B manufactured home at 7270 Lasater Road (Case #Z2200592)
- Amendment to Rules of Procedure section IV(A) concerning regular meeting time
- Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman
- Approval of minutes from April 13, 2022 and August 11, 2021
Village Council
The Clemmons Village Council will hold a regular meeting on October 10, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. The main action item is a zoning map amendment for property owned by 30S Equity, LLC, located on the eastern side of Gentry Lane (PIN 5893-04-0489), changing from GB-S to GB-S (General Business – Special). The council will also review reports on marketing, manager's updates, finance, and stormwater, and may enter closed session for attorney-client privilege.
- Zoning Map Amendment C-249 for 1.35 acres on Gentry Lane (PIN 5893-04-0489) from GB-S to GB-S
- Budget Amendment 23-G-1 for Contingency on Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office Contract
- 2022-11 Establishing Exemption for Architectural, Surveying and Other Services for Various General Fund and Stormwater Projects
- Stormwater Quarterly Review
- Closed Session for Attorney-Client Privilege (NCGS 143-318.11(a)(3))
The council unanimously approved a zoning map amendment for a 1.35-acre property on Gentry Lane, keeping its GB-S classification. They also approved an interlocal agreement with Winston-Salem for a pedestrian plan, a budget amendment for the sheriff's office contract, and an ordinance exempting certain professional services from RFQs for projects under $50,000. No public comments were made, and a closed session on property acquisition resulted in no action.
- Approved zoning map amendment for 30S Equity LLC property on Gentry Lane (unanimous)
- Approved interlocal agreement with Winston-Salem for Pedestrian Plan (unanimous)
- Approved Budget Amendment 23-G-1 for Forsyth County Sheriff's Office contract contingency (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2022-11 exempting architectural/surveying services under $50,000 from RFQs (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of September 26, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved agenda as amended, adding stormwater review and property acquisition discussion to next meeting (unanimous)
- Entered closed session for attorney-client privilege and property acquisition; no action taken upon return
Village Council
The Clemmons Village Council will hold a regular meeting with action items including resolutions to declare intent to close right-of-ways on Upland Road and Clouds Harbor Trail, and an interlocal agreement for a pedestrian plan. They will also review a budget amendment for ARPA funds reallocation to stormwater projects and hear reports from staff. The meeting includes a closed session for attorney-client privilege.
- Resolution 2022-R-13: Declares intent to consider closing right-of-way on Upland Road
- Resolution 2022-R-14: Declares intent to consider closing right-of-way on Clouds Harbor Trail
- Interlocal Agreement for a pedestrian plan
- Budget Amendment 23-S-1: Reallocation of ARPA funds for stormwater projects
- Public comments and approval of September 12, 2022 minutes
The Council unanimously adopted resolutions to begin the public hearing process for closing undeveloped right-of-way stubs on Upland Road and Clouds Harbor Trail. It also accepted Council Member Barson's resignation as TAC Alternate and appointed Council Member Taylor as replacement. A budget amendment reallocating $2.7M in ARPA funds for stormwater projects was approved. The interlocal agreement for a pedestrian plan was tabled to explore integrating it into a comprehensive transportation plan update.
- Adopted Resolution 2022-R-13 to begin public hearing process for closing Upland Road right-of-way (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 2022-R-14 to begin public hearing process for closing Clouds Harbor Trail right-of-way (unanimous)
- Accepted Council Member Barson's resignation as TAC Alternate (unanimous)
- Appointed Council Member Taylor as TAC Alternate (unanimous)
- Approved Budget Amendment 23-S-1 reallocating $2.7M in ARPA funds for stormwater projects (unanimous)
- Tabled Interlocal Agreement for Pedestrian Plan to explore integrating with comprehensive transportation plan update
Planning Board
The Village of Clemmons withdrew the rezoning request for Zoning Docket C-250, which would have rezoned 2838 Harper Road from single-family to multifamily residential. The board unanimously removed the item from the agenda after hearing public comments opposing the change. Residents cited traffic safety concerns on Harper Road and insufficient notification. The board also voted to have staff review the mailed notification radius and improve signage for future projects.
- Withdrew rezoning request C-250 for 2838 Harper Road from RS-40 to RM-8
- Unanimously approved removing Agenda Item VI(A) from the meeting
- Unanimously approved swapping public comments before announcements
- Unanimously approved minutes from the August 16, 2022 meeting
- Unanimously approved directing staff to review the linear foot radius for mailed notifications and improve signage for future projects
- Unanimously approved adjourning at 6:38 p.m.
Village Council
The Clemmons Village Council will hold a public hearing on a zoning map amendment for property owned by 30S Equity, LLC on Gentry Lane, changing from GB-S to GB-S (special use) to allow uses like townhouses, multifamily, and retail. The council will also review reports on events, public works, and other future action items.
- Public hearing for zoning map amendment (Docket C-249) on 1.35 acres at 3471 Gentry Lane, PIN 5893-04-0489, from GB-S to GB-S
- Approval of minutes from August 22, 2022 special and regular meetings
- Manager's report includes SPARK presentation, Historic Resources Commission appointment, and quote approval for Ford Expedition
- Events update: Farmers Market, Fall Bulk Item Pickup, Dirty Dozen 5K, Medicine Drop, Monster Dash
- Attorney's report on an agreement
The Council voted unanimously to defer action on Zoning Docket C-249, a request to rezone 1.35 acres on Gentry Lane from GB-S to GB-S, until October 10, 2022, to allow the Traffic Impact Analysis to provide needed information. The Council also approved a $500,000 state grant for Market Center Drive, reappointed Scott Binkley to the Historic Resources Commission, and approved a $61,879 Ford Expedition purchase. A motion to adopt net density as the zoning density standard was withdrawn for further study.
- Deferred action on Zoning Docket C-249 until October 10, 2022, pending a complete Traffic Impact Analysis.
- Accepted a $500,000 state budget surplus grant for completion of Market Center Drive.
- Reappointed Scott Binkley as Clemmons' representative to the Forsyth County Historic Resources Commission.
- Approved a $61,879 quote from Cooper Ford for a Ford Expedition.
- Directed staff to draft a policy for sequencing annexation and rezoning requests.
- Directed staff to redirect funds from the Kinnamon Road Bridge Study to a Comprehensive Traffic Impact Study.
- Approved a Settlement Agreement & Release with Visible Properties, LLC for the billboard case.
- Directed Manager Gunnell to advise FCSO to allow a Clemmons deputy to pilot the drone program.
Village Council
The Clemmons Village Council will hold a public hearing on a zoning map amendment for 26.76 acres owned by Jasper L. Harper Sr. and Jr., seeking to change from RS-40 to RS-30-S for a planned residential development. The council will also call for a public hearing on a 1.35-acre property on Gentry Lane for a General Business-Special zoning amendment. Other business includes approving minutes, receiving reports on events and finances, and entering closed session for legal and property acquisition discussions.
- Public hearing for zoning map amendment (C-247) on 26.76 acres east of Michelle Drive, north of Lismore Street and Dunmore Court, from RS-40 to RS-30-S
- Call for public hearing for zoning map amendment (C-249) on 1.35 acres on eastern side of Gentry Lane, from GB-S to GB-S
- Approval of minutes from August 8, 2022 regular meeting
- Manager's report includes July 2022 financial summary and quote approval for F-350 truck
- Closed session for attorney-client privilege and property acquisition
The Village Council unanimously denied a zoning map amendment for the proposed Harper Acres development, which would have rezoned 26.76 acres from RS-40 to RS-30-S for 38 single-family homes east of Michelle Drive and north of Lismore Street. The Council adopted an inconsistency statement and recommended denial, citing incompatibility with the surrounding RS-40 neighborhoods. Separately, the Council unanimously approved initial zoning of the same parcels to Village of Clemmons RS-30 zoning via Ordinance 2022-09.
- Denied zoning map amendment (C-247) for Harper Acres from RS-40 to RS-30-S, adopting an inconsistency statement — unanimously approved.
- Approved initial zoning of PINs 5883-39-7339 and 5883-49-6486 from Forsyth County RS-40 to Village of Clemmons RS-30 via Ordinance 2022-09 — unanimously approved.
- Approved a public hearing for zoning map amendment (C-249) of 1.35 acres on Gentry Lane from GB-S to GB-S, set for September 12, 2022 — unanimously approved.
- Approved a $59,649 quote from Cooper Ford for an F-350 truck — unanimously approved.
- Approved the minutes of the August 8, 2022 regular meeting as presented — unanimously approved.
- Approved the agenda as presented — unanimously approved.
- Entered closed session for attorney-client privilege and property acquisition discussion; reconvened with no action taken — unanimously approved.
- Adjourned the meeting at 8:06 p.m. — unanimously approved.
Planning Board
The Clemmons Planning Board will hold public hearings on two zoning map amendments: one to rezone 26.76 acres owned by Jasper L. Harper Sr. and Jr. from RS-40 to RS-30-S for a 38-lot single-family development, and another to rezone 1.35 acres at 0 Gentry Lane from GB-S to GB-S for a commercial building. The board will also approve minutes from the August 1 meeting and receive a staff report.
- Public hearing on zoning map amendment C-247: 26.76 acres east of Michelle Drive and north of Dunmore Lane, from RS-40 to RS-30-S, for Harper Acres, a 38-unit single-family development.
- Public hearing on zoning map amendment C-249: 1.35 acres at 0 Gentry Lane, from GB-S to GB-S, for a 10,000 sq ft commercial building with restaurant and retail uses.
- Approval of minutes from August 1, 2022 meeting.
- Staff report on next scheduled meeting on September 20, 2022.
The Planning Board voted unanimously to recommend denial of a zoning map amendment (C-247) that would have rezoned 26.76 acres from RS-40 to RS-30-S for the Harper Acres development, citing inconsistency with the Clemmons Transportation Plan and concerns about infrastructure burden on the adjacent Waterford neighborhood. The board also recommended continuing the county RS-40 zoning for the parcels. Separately, the board unanimously recommended approval of a zoning map amendment (C-249) for a 1.35-acre commercial parcel at 0 Gentry Lane, keeping its GB-S zoning.
- Recommended denial of zoning map amendment C-247 (Harper Acres) from RS-40 to RS-30-S (unanimous)
- Recommended continuance of county RS-40 zoning for the two Harper Acres parcels (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of zoning map amendment C-249 (0 Gentry Lane) from GB-S to GB-S (unanimous)
- Approved August 1, 2022 meeting minutes with edit clarifying Lanny and Kevin Farmer are not related (unanimous)
- Approved the agenda as presented (unanimous)
Village Council
The Clemmons Village Council will consider a zoning map amendment for 26.76 acres owned by Jasper L. Harper Sr. and Jr., changing from RS-40 to RS-30-S, and will vote on a resolution to raise federal micro-purchase thresholds. They will also adopt a capital project ordinance for the Harper Road/Peacehaven Road sidewalk project and review reports on events, planning, and finances. The meeting includes a closed session for attorney-client privilege and personnel matters.
- Public hearing for zoning map amendment (C-247) on 26.76 acres east of Michelle Drive, north of Lismore Street and Dunmore Court, from RS-40 to RS-30-S
- Resolution 2022-R-12 to increase federal micro-purchase thresholds to $30,000 for goods/construction and $50,000 for services
- CPO-2022-2 for EB-5960 Sidewalk Project (Harper Road/Peacehaven Road) with total appropriation of $2,965,950
- NCDOT Agreement 11252 for sidewalk construction with agency liability of $750,750
- Closed session for attorney-client privilege and personnel discussion
The council unanimously approved a capital project ordinance amendment and NCDOT agreement for the EB-5960 sidewalk project on Harper Road/Peacehaven Road. They also accepted Planning Board member Brad Hunter's resignation and appointed Robert (Randy) Wooden to fill the remainder of his term. A closed session was held for attorney-client privilege and personnel matters, with no action taken; afterward, a 5% pay increase for Manager Gunnell was approved.
- Approved CPO-2022-2 amendment for EB-5960 sidewalk project (unanimous)
- Approved NCDOT Agreement 11252 for sidewalk project (unanimous)
- Accepted Planning Board resignation from Brad Hunter (unanimous)
- Appointed Robert (Randy) Wooden to Planning Board for term ending June 30, 2023
- Appointed Council Members Combest and Wrights as NCDOT U-6004 Bridge Project representatives
- Approved Pedestrian Network and Safety Plan Agreement with VHB (unanimous)
- Approved list of encumbrances to be reappropriated per budget ordinance (unanimous)
- Authorized 5% pay increase for Manager Gunnell effective July 1, 2022 (unanimous)
Planning Board
The Village of Clemmons Planning Board will hold a work session to consider a zoning map amendment for a 1.35-acre property at 0 Gentry Lane owned by 30S Equity, LLC. The board will also elect officers for the 2022-2023 term and review rules for legislative hearings. This is a work session, so no final public hearings or binding votes on the zoning change will occur at this meeting.
- Zoning Map Amendment for 30S Equity, LLC property at 0 Gentry Lane (PIN 5893-04-0489) from GB-S to GB-S (Zoning Docket C-249)
- Election of Planning Board Officers for 2022-2023
- Review of Rules for Legislative Hearings
- Amendments to Rules of Procedure
- Presentation by Village Councilmember Combest
The Planning Board elected Tom Mekis as Chair, Kevin Farmer as Vice Chair, and Nasser Rahimzadeh as Secretary for 2022-2023. They unanimously approved an amendment to the Rules of Procedure changing the quorum requirement from five members to a simple majority of actual members. The board also discussed a zoning map amendment for 30S Equity, LLC (Zoning Docket C-249) but took no action, and heard a presentation on Planning Board Basics from Councilmember Mike Combest.
- Elected Tom Mekis as Chair (unanimous)
- Elected Kevin Farmer as Vice Chair (unanimous)
- Elected Nasser Rahimzadeh as Secretary (unanimous)
- Approved amendment to Rules of Procedure changing quorum to simple majority (unanimous)
- Approved June 21, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
Village Council
The Village Council will consider a zoning text amendment (C-UDO-87) that updates multiple sections of the Unified Development Ordinances, including redevelopment thresholds, neighborhood meeting requirements, and Planned Residential Development rules. The council previously discussed this amendment and directed staff to incorporate suggested edits. The meeting also includes public comments, approval of minutes, and reports from staff.
- Zoning Text Amendment C-UDO-87 to amend Chapters B and C of the Unified Development Ordinances
- Recognition of Southwest Athletics 12U 70 Majors
- Appreciation of citizen board service for Dave Orrell, Bobby Patterson, and Matt Moger
- Financial Summary Report for June 2022
- Real Time Intelligence/Camera Registry Update by FCSO
The Clemmons Village Council unanimously approved Zoning Text Amendment C-UDO-87, which amends multiple sections of the Unified Development Ordinances, including redevelopment thresholds, permitted uses, neighborhood meeting requirements, and Planning Board composition. The council also approved the minutes of the July 11 meeting and the amended agenda. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were informational reports.
- Approved Zoning Text Amendment C-UDO-87 (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of July 11, 2022 regular meeting (unanimous)
- Approved agenda as amended with TAC Update addition (unanimous)
Planning Board
The Clemmons Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to elect officers, discuss a proposed zoning map amendment for the Harper property (from RS-40 to RS-30-S), and hold a public hearing for a zoning amendment requested by 30S Equity, LLC. The 30S Equity hearing is automatically continued because the petitioner failed to provide a required neighborhood meeting summary. The board will also review rules for public hearings and receive a staff report.
- Election of Planning Board officers for 2022-2023
- Discussion of zoning map amendment for Jasper L. Harper Sr. and Jr. property (PINs 5883-39-7339, 5883-49-6486) from RS-40 to RS-30-S, 26.76 acres, east of Michelle Drive and north of Dunmore Lane (Docket C-247)
- Public hearing for 30S Equity, LLC zoning map amendment (PIN 5893-04-0489, 1.35 acres, 0 Gentry Lane) from GB-S to GB-S (Docket C-249) — automatically continued due to missing neighborhood meeting summary
- Rules for public hearings
- Staff report on next meeting (August 16, 2022)
The July 19, 2022 Planning Board meeting was held informally because fewer than the required number of members attended, so no official actions could be taken. Items on the agenda, including approval of minutes, officer elections, and zoning requests, were postponed to future meetings. A zoning request for property on Michelle Drive was discussed but not voted on, and another for Gentry Lane was automatically continued because the petitioner missed a required neighborhood meeting summary.
- No official actions taken due to lack of quorum
- Minutes approval postponed to next meeting
- Officer elections postponed to next meeting
- Zoning Docket C-247 discussed but no action taken
- Zoning Docket C-249 automatically continued to next public hearing
- Special meeting scheduled for August 4, 2022 for public hearings
Village Council
The Clemmons Village Council will hold two public hearings: one on a zoning map amendment for a 5.88-acre property at 2070 Lewisville-Clemmons Road from RS-40 to RM-8-S, and another on a zoning text amendment affecting multiple sections of the UDO. The council will also consider a budget amendment for Market Center Drive, approve quotes for a limb truck conversion and tractor, and receive reports on stormwater, marketing, and events.
- Public hearing: Zoning Map Amendment (C-248) for Gateway West Apartments, LLC property at 2070 Lewisville-Clemmons Road, 5.88 acres, RS-40 to RM-8-S
- Public hearing: Zoning Text Amendment (C-UDO-87) to amend Chapter B Zoning Ordinance and Chapter C Environmental Ordinance
- Budget Amendment CPO-LCR-2022-1 for Market Center Drive
- Public Works quote approval for limb truck conversion and tractor
- Stormwater quarterly review
The Clemmons Village Council unanimously denied a rezoning request (Zoning Docket C-248) to change 5.88 acres at 2070 Lewisville-Clemmons Road from RS-40 to RM-8-S for a 40-unit multifamily development, citing traffic concerns and failure to meet standards. The council also approved a budget amendment for the Market Center Drive project, approved equipment purchases, and directed staff to revise a zoning text amendment (C-UDO-87) with suggested edits.
- Denied rezoning for Gateway West Apartments (Zoning Docket C-248) unanimously
- Approved Budget Amendment CPO-LCR-2022-1 for Market Center Drive unanimously
- Approved $87,866.71 limb truck conversion quote from Carolina Cat unanimously
- Approved $41,930.91 Kubota tractor quote from Parker Farms unanimously
- Directed Planner to re-draft zoning text amendment C-UDO-87 with edits
Village Council
The Clemmons Village Council will hold public hearings on the voluntary annexation of the ALTA property and a zoning map amendment for the same property, changing it from RS-40 to RS-30-S. They will also call for public hearings on a zoning change for Gateway West Apartments and a text amendment to the Unified Development Ordinances. Additionally, the council will discuss a contracts renewal policy and receive reports from staff.
- Voluntary annexation of ALTA property (Jasper L. Harper, Sr. and Jr.)
- Zoning map amendment for Harper property from RS-40 to RS-30-S (26.76 acres, PINs 5883-39-7339 and 5883-49-6486)
- Call for public hearing: Gateway West Apartments zoning change from RS-40 to RM-8-S (5.88 acres, 2070 Lewisville-Clemmons Road)
- Call for public hearing: Zoning text amendment to Chapters B and C of UDO (Docket C-UDO-87)
- Contracts renewal policy discussion
The Clemmons Village Council unanimously approved the voluntary annexation of the ALTA property (26.76 acres, PINs 5883-39-7339 and 5883-49-6486) via Ordinance 2022-A-01. The council also granted a 60-day extension for the related rezoning request (Zoning Docket C-247) and remanded it to the Planning Board. Public hearings were scheduled for July 11, 2022, on a multifamily rezoning and a zoning text amendment. The council directed staff to incorporate a Contracts Renewal Policy into normal business.
- Approved voluntary annexation of ALTA property (Ordinance 2022-A-01) (unanimous)
- Granted 60-day extension for rezoning C-247, total 240 days (unanimous)
- Remanded Zoning Docket C-247 to Planning Board (unanimous)
- Called public hearing for July 11 on Gateway West Apartments rezoning (C-248) (unanimous)
- Called public hearing for July 11 on zoning text amendment (C-UDO-87) (unanimous)
- Directed Manager to incorporate Contracts Renewal Policy into business (consensus)
Planning Board
The Clemmons Planning Board will hold a public hearing and consider a zoning map amendment for 5.88 acres at 2070 Lewisville-Clemmons Road, owned by Gateway West Apartments LLC, to change from RS-40 (single-family) to RM-8-S (multifamily special). The board will also hold a public hearing on a text amendment to align the Unified Development Ordinances with North Carolina General Statutes. This item was postponed from the May 17 meeting due to concerns about traffic, fire access, and road widths.
- Zoning map amendment (Docket C-248) for 2070 Lewisville-Clemmons Road, 5.88 acres, from RS-40 to RM-8-S
- Public hearing on zoning text amendment (Docket C-UDO-87) to update Chapters B and C per NC General Statutes
- Approval of minutes from May 17, 2022 meeting
- Public comments period
The Planning Board recommended approval of a zoning map amendment (C-248) to rezone 5.88 acres at 2070 Lewisville-Clemmons Road from RS-40 to RM-8-S for a multifamily development, with conditions including extending curb and gutter on Culler Road. The board also recommended approval of a zoning text amendment (C-UDO-87) with modifications to require landowner permission for proactive rezoning to special use districts. Both recommendations were approved with votes of 6-1 and unanimously, respectively.
- Approved motion to accept alternative compliance for sight triangles (6-1, Mekis opposed)
- Approved motion to recommend approval of zoning map amendment C-248 with added condition for curb and gutter on south side of Culler Road (6-1, Mekis opposed)
- Approved motion to recommend approval of zoning text amendment C-UDO-87 with modifications to B.6-2.6(B)(3)(e) requiring landowner permission (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of May 17, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
Village Council
The Village Council will hold public hearings to adopt the FY 2022-2023 budget ordinance and stormwater utility fee rate, and to consider a zoning map amendment for property at 3060 Village Point Drive. They will also discuss employee retention measures, board appointments, and the attorney's contract renewal. The agenda includes several routine items such as minutes approval and reports.
- Public hearing to adopt FY 2022-2023 budget ordinance and stormwater utility fee rate
- Public hearing for zoning map amendment of 3060 Village Point Drive (PIN 5883-85-8093) from PB-S to PB-S with specific uses
- Employee retention measures including longevity pay, insurance assistance, and sign-on bonuses
- Appointments to Planning Board (3 seats) and Zoning Board of Adjustment (2 regular, 1 alternate)
- Attorney's contract renewal
The Clemmons Village Council unanimously approved the FY 2022-23 budget ordinance, including a $10.7 million General Fund and a $1.7 million Stormwater Fund, and set the stormwater utility fee. The Council also approved a zoning map amendment for a 6.62-acre property at 3060 Village Point Drive, allowing for multifamily residential and commercial uses. Employee retention items, including a new operating schedule, longevity pay, and insurance assistance, were approved. Appointments were made to the Planning Board and Zoning Board of Adjustment, and the attorney contract was renewed.
- Approved FY 2022-23 budget ordinance with $10,698,065 General Fund and $1,718,260 Stormwater Fund (unanimous)
- Approved zoning map amendment for 3060 Village Point Drive, allowing multifamily and commercial uses (unanimous)
- Approved employee retention items including longevity pay, insurance assistance, and vacation accrual (unanimous)
- Appointed Tom Mekis to Planning Board (4 votes)
- Appointed David Orrell and Erin Rega to Zoning Board of Adjustment regular seats (unanimous)
- Appointed David Corn as Zoning Board of Adjustment alternate (unanimous)
- Renewed attorney contract with Blanco Tackabery through June 30, 2023 (unanimous)
- Adopted resolutions for Forsyth County tax collection for 2022 and prior years (unanimous)
Village Council
The Village Council is holding a special meeting to consider Resolution 2022-R-9, which addresses improvements and recommendations for high-density development in the area attached to Tanglewood Park and southwest of the intersection of Idols Road and Middlebrook Drive. The council will also consider amendments to the proposed budget for fiscal year 2022-2023. No other business is listed on the agenda.
- Resolution 2022-R-9 on high-density development near Tanglewood Park
- Area southwest of Idols Road and Middlebrook Drive
- Amendments to proposed FY 2022-2023 budget
The Village Council unanimously adopted Resolution 2022-R-9, which outlines recommendations for a proposed 318.99-acre, 540-home development near Tanglewood Park and directs that copies be sent to county commissioners. The council also directed staff to incorporate employee retention numbers into the FY 2022-2023 budget. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Adopted Resolution 2022-R-9 on Tanglewood-area development (unanimous)
- Directed staff to include employee retention numbers in FY 2022-2023 budget
Village Council
The Clemmons Village Council will hold a public hearing on enacting a one-year moratorium on off-premise ground signs, present the proposed FY 2022-2023 budget, and call for a public hearing to adopt the budget and set the stormwater utility fee rate. The council will also call for a public hearing on a zoning map amendment for property at 3060 Village Point Drive. Other items include reports on marketing, management, finance, and planning, plus a closed session for property acquisition discussion.
- Public hearing on ordinance enacting a one-year moratorium on off-premise ground signs
- Presentation of FY 2022-2023 budget and call for public hearing on June 13, 2022 to adopt budget and set stormwater utility fee rate
- Call for public hearing on zoning map amendment for Main Street Village Point LLC property at 3060 Village Point Drive (PIN 5883-85-8093, 6.62 acres)
- Closed session for property acquisition discussion per NCGS 143-318.11(a)(5)
- Village offices closed May 30 for Memorial Day; trash pickup delayed one day
The Clemmons Village Council unanimously approved Ordinance 2022-06, enacting a one-year moratorium on permits for off-premise ground signs while a court case on sign regulations is pending. The council also approved a resolution and policy controlling access to village property, including restrictions on recording in non-public forums, and an ARPA conflict of interest policy. A public hearing was scheduled for June 13 to adopt the FY 2022-2023 budget and set the stormwater fee. The council directed staff to begin work on a Drone as First Responder program and to draft a resolution regarding the Riverwalk project.
- Approved Ordinance 2022-06, one-year moratorium on off-premise ground signs (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2022-R-8 and policy controlling access to village property (unanimous)
- Approved ARPA Conflict of Interest Policy (unanimous)
- Scheduled public hearing for June 13, 2022, on FY 2022-2023 budget and stormwater fee (unanimous)
- Scheduled public hearing for June 13, 2022, on zoning map amendment for 3060 Village Point Drive (unanimous)
- Directed staff to begin work on Drone as First Responder program (consensus)
- Directed staff to draft resolution on Riverwalk project for County Commissioners (consensus)
Planning Board
The Planning Board will conduct public hearings regarding zoning changes for properties at 3060 Village Point Drive and 2070 Lewisville-Clemmons Road. The meeting also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Public Hearing: Zoning change from PB-S to PB-S for 6.62 acres at 3060 Village Point Drive (Docket C-246)
- Public Hearing: Zoning change from RS-40 to RM-8-S for 5.88 acres at 2070 Lewisville-Clemmons Road (Docket C-248)
The Clemmons Planning Board unanimously approved a zoning map amendment for 3060 Village Point Drive (Docket C-246), recommending approval with conditions including a right-turn lane. The board postponed a decision on the Gateway West Apartments rezoning (Docket C-248) to the June 21, 2022 meeting, citing concerns about traffic, fire access, and on-street parking.
- Approved zoning map amendment C-246 for 3060 Village Point Drive (unanimous)
- Postponed decision on zoning docket C-248 for 2070 Lewisville-Clemmons Road to June 21, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved April 19, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 8:34 p.m. (unanimous)
Village Council
The Clemmons Village Council will hold public hearings on the voluntary annexation of the Harper Acres property and a related zoning map amendment (Docket C-247) to change the zoning from RS-40 to RS-20-S. The council will also consider calling a public hearing on a moratorium for off-premise ground signs. Other agenda items include reports on operational proposals, a fire line extension, and budget amendments.
- Public hearing on voluntary annexation of ALTA (Harper Acres)
- Public hearing on zoning map amendment for Harper Acres (Docket C-247) from RS-40 to RS-20-S
- Call for public hearing on moratorium of off-premise ground signs
- Proposed fire line extension on Dillon Industrial Drive (Budget Amendment 22-G-13)
- Budget Amendment 22-G-12 for NCDOT charges and Hwy 158 Sidewalk and Greenway project
The Clemmons Village Council unanimously approved five professional service proposals for school traffic studies and sidewalk projects, along with associated budget amendments totaling $65,575. They also approved a fire line extension on Dillon Industrial Drive with a $40,000 budget amendment, and a $181,122 budget amendment for the Hwy 158 sidewalk project. The public hearing for the ALTA voluntary annexation and zoning map amendment was continued to June 27, 2022.
- Approved 5 proposals for school traffic studies and sidewalk projects with budget amendments 22-G-14 and CPO-2022-1 (unanimous)
- Approved fire line extension on Dillon Industrial Drive with budget amendment 22-G-13 (unanimous)
- Approved budget amendment 22-G-12 for NCDOT charges on Hwy 158 sidewalk project (unanimous)
- Continued ALTA voluntary annexation public hearing to June 27, 2022 (unanimous)
- Called public hearing for May 23, 2022 on off-premise ground sign moratorium (unanimous)
- Accepted resignation of Robert Manak from Zoning Board of Adjustment (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of April 25, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
Village Council
The Village of Clemmons Council held a special meeting to review the proposed General Fund budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023, which includes a $1.82 million transfer from American Rescue Plan funds. The regular meeting agenda includes action items for a decriminalization ordinance and a voluntary annexation request for the Harper Acres property. A public hearing is scheduled for May 9, 2022, regarding the annexation and a zoning map amendment for 26.76 acres east of Michelle Drive.
- Ordinance 2022-03 amending the Code of Ordinances to decriminalize certain violations
- Voluntary annexation request for ALTA (Harper Acres) with a public hearing set for May 9, 2022
- Zoning map amendment for 26.76 acres owned by Jasper L. Harper, Sr. and Jr. from RS-40 to RS-20-S
- Proposed FY2023 General Fund budget includes $4,005,620 in Ad Valorem taxes and $1,822,600 in ARP transfers
- Resolution 2022-R-7 declaring May 2022 as Historic Preservation Month
The Clemmons Village Council unanimously approved Ordinance 2022-03 to decriminalize certain code violations, replacing criminal penalties with civil fines. They also directed staff to make several changes to the draft FY 2022-2023 budget, including removing $250k for a UDO rewrite and adjusting street paving funds. Additionally, the council approved contracts for stormwater project inspection and audit services, and set public hearings for a voluntary annexation and zoning map amendment.
- Approved Ordinance 2022-03 decriminalizing certain violations (unanimous)
- Directed budget changes: remove $250k UDO rewrite, adjust street paving funds (consensus)
- Adopted Resolution 2022-R-6 setting May 9 public hearing for Harper Acres annexation (unanimous)
- Called public hearing for zoning map amendment of Harper property to RS-20-S (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 2022-R-7 declaring May 2022 Historic Preservation Month (unanimous)
- Approved $207,193.62 AMT contract for stormwater CEI services (unanimous)
- Approved Gibson & Company audit services contract (unanimous)
Planning Board
The Clemmons Planning Board is reviewing a zoning map amendment and preliminary major subdivision review. The proposal involves rezoning 26.76 acres from RS-40 to RS-20-S for a development of 58 lots.
- Public hearing for zoning change from RS-40 to RS-20-S on 26.76± acres
- Proposed 58-lot subdivision east of Michelle Drive and north of Lymore Street
- Zoning Docket C-247 involving property owned by Jasper L. Harper, Sr. and Jasper L. Harper, Jr.
Zoning Board of Adjustment
The Clemmons Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider a special use permit application for a Class A manufactured home. The request involves a 0.69-acre tract of land located at 6754 Linwood Drive.
- Special Use Permit Case #Z2200150: Manufactured Home at 6754 Linwood Drive
Village Council
The Clemmons Village Council will consider two ordinances: one clarifying the roles of the mayor and village manager, and another decriminalizing certain code violations by replacing criminal penalties with civil fines. The council will also review a sidewalk project agreement and hear reports on community events, stormwater, and planning items.
- Ordinance 2022-02 amending Title III to clarify mayor and manager roles
- Ordinance 2022-03 decriminalizing certain violations, setting $100 civil penalty per day
- EB-6040 Project Agreement for sidewalk project (Agreement ID #11158)
- Off-premise sign moratorium discussion
- Stormwater quarterly report and preemptive device at Allegacy Way
Village Council
The Clemmons Village Council will consider a zoning text amendment (C-UDO-86) to align the Unified Development Ordinances with recent state law changes, and an ordinance to decriminalize certain code violations. The council will also review a voluntary annexation request for two parcels totaling 26.76 acres, and receive reports on events, finances, and other administrative matters.
- Zoning text amendment C-UDO-86 to amend Chapters A, B, C, and D of the Unified Development Ordinances per NCGS changes
- Ordinance 2022-03 to decriminalize certain code violations
- Resolution 2022-R-5 to investigate voluntary annexation request for ALTA (Harper Acres) parcels (PINs 5883-39-7339 and 5883-49-6486)
- 50/50 cost-share agreement for 3990 Woodhaven Court
- Budget amendments 22-S-2 and 22-G-10 for COLA adjustment
Planning Board
The Planning Board meeting includes a discussion regarding the Clemmons Community Compass and a proposed amendment to the Rules of Procedure. The agenda also covers updates to various Unified Development Ordinances to align with North Carolina General Statutes.
- Discussion of Clemmons Community Compass
- Proposed amendment to Rules of Procedure
- Review of Text Amendment C-UDO-86 affecting Zoning, Environmental, and Subdivision Ordinances
Village Council
The Village Council will consider a text amendment to update multiple sections of the Unified Development Ordinances following changes to North Carolina General Statutes. The meeting also includes reviewing bid proposals for culvert replacements and discussing infrastructure improvements for student safety.
- Public Hearing: Zoning Text Amendment (Docket C-UDO-86) to update development ordinances
- Bid Proposals: Springside Culvert Replacement and Tanglebrook Culvert Replacement
- Proclamation: Forsyth Creek Week (March 19-27, 2022)
- Review of infrastructure improvements for safety at Clemmons Elementary and Morgan Elementary
- Update on sidewalk project fund reallocation
The Clemmons Village Council approved two culvert replacement contracts: $878,621 for Springside and $758,000 for Tanglebrook, both with 10% contingencies. They also directed staff to split a zoning text amendment into statutory and policy components, and terminated the COVID-19 state of emergency. Several other items were approved, including sidewalk fund reallocation and IT upgrades.
- Approved $878,621 Springside culvert replacement bid to Southeast Select Civil Construction (unanimous)
- Approved $758,000 Tanglebrook culvert replacement bid to North State Water & Sewer (unanimous)
- Directed staff to split zoning text amendment C-UDO-86 into statutory and policy components
- Authorized reallocation of sidewalk project funds from Highway 158 to three higher-priority projects (unanimous)
- Terminated the Village's COVID-19 state of emergency effective March 14, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved cellular backup for network at Village Hall and Public Works (unanimous)
- Directed manager to pursue cloud-based services with VC3 (unanimous)
- Appointed Mayor Rogers as NCLM voting delegate (unanimous)
Village Council
The Clemmons Village Council will hold a public hearing and consider a zoning text amendment to align the Unified Development Ordinances with recent state law changes, plus a zoning map amendment for a property on Village Point Drive. The council will also vote on resolutions to investigate a voluntary annexation request and to accept a stormwater basin from the Hampton Chase HOA. Several reports and updates on community events and administrative matters are also on the agenda.
- Public hearing on zoning text amendment C-UDO-86 to amend Chapters A, B, C, and D per state law changes
- Zoning map amendment for 3060 Village Point Drive (PIN 5883-85-8093) from PB-S to PB-S, 6.62 acres
- Resolution 2022-R-5 to investigate voluntary annexation of ALTA (Harper Acres) properties (PINs 5883-39-7339 and 5883-49-6486)
- Resolution 2022-R-4 accepting Hampton Chase HOA stormwater basin as integrated infiltration system and wet detention basin
- Resolution 2022-R-3 designating a deputy finance officer
The Council unanimously voted to send the Main Street Village Point LLC zoning map amendment back to the Planning Board for further consideration, including a new neighborhood meeting and public hearing. They also postponed a voluntary annexation request to March 28, 2022, and reprioritized sidewalk projects, placing Highway 158 last. Several resolutions were adopted, including designating a deputy finance officer and accepting a stormwater basin.
- Referred Zoning Docket C-246 (Main Street Village Point LLC) back to Planning Board with new neighborhood meeting and public hearing (unanimous)
- Postponed Resolution 2022-R-5 (voluntary annexation of ALTA/Harper Acres) to March 28, 2022 (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 2022-R-3 designating Manager Gunnell as Deputy Finance Officer (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 2022-R-4 accepting Hampton Chase HOA stormwater basin as integrated infiltration system and wet detention basin (unanimous)
- Approved sidewalk project priority: Trinity Elms to YMCA first, Idols Road second, Highway 158 last (unanimous)
- Approved agenda as amended and minutes of February 14, 2022 (unanimous)
- Called public hearing for Zoning Docket C-UDO-86 on March 14, 2022 (unanimous)
- Gave consensus to re-energize Mayor's Roundtable and to have Manager speak with NCDOT about pedestrian crossing at West Forsyth
Planning Board
The Planning Board held a public hearing regarding a zoning map amendment for 35.20 acres at the intersection of Immanuel Road and Lewisville-Clemmons Road, recommending denial of the proposal. The board also reviewed a text amendment to update various sections of the Unified Development Ordinances per changes to North Carolina General Statutes.
- Recommended denial of zoning map amendment (Docket C-245) for 35.20 acres at Immanuel Road and Lewisville-Clemmons Road
- Recommended approval of zoning map amendment (Docket C-246) for 6.62 acres at 3060 Village Point Drive
- Public hearing for Zoning Text Amendment (C-UDO-86) to update Chapters A, B, C, and D of the Unified Development Ordinances
- Approval of minutes from the October 19, 2021 meeting
The Planning Board unanimously recommended approval of Zoning Text Amendment C-UDO-86, which updates multiple sections of the Unified Development Ordinances to comply with North Carolina General Statutes. The public hearing was opened and closed with no speakers. The board also discussed upcoming rezoning cases and training sessions for the March meeting.
- Approved minutes from the October 19, 2021 meeting as presented.
- Recommended approval of text amendment C-UDO-86 as presented, which includes changes to definitions, manufactured home standards, neighborhood meeting requirements, hearing procedures, zoning map amendments, appeals, enforcement, penalties, watershed and stormwater rules, and subdivision regulations.
- Adjourned the meeting at 7:01 p.m.
Village Council
The Clemmons Village Council will hold a regular meeting with action items including a bid proposal for the Springside Culvert Replacement, a resolution amending the records retention schedule, and a resolution creating a Natural Resources Ad-hoc Committee. The council will also enter a closed session to discuss an employment contract. Several reports and updates on community events and projects are scheduled for review.
- Bid proposal for Springside Culvert Replacement
- Resolution 2022-R-2 amending the Records Retention and Disposition Schedule
- Resolution 2022-R-1 creating a Natural Resources Ad-hoc Committee
- Closed session to discuss an employment contract
- Update on Community Center and sidewalk project fund reallocation
The Clemmons Village Council unanimously approved a budget amendment and employment agreement to hire Mike Gunnell as Village Manager. The Council also adopted a resolution creating a Sustainable Development and Smart Growth Ad-hoc Committee, and amended the records retention schedule for ARPA funds. A bid for the Springside Culvert Replacement project was re-issued after only two bids were received.
- Approved minutes of January 24 and January 27, 2022 meetings
- Approved the meeting agenda as presented
- Adopted Resolution 2022-R-2 amending the Records Retention and Disposition Schedule for ARPA funds
- Adopted Resolution 2022-R-1 creating a Sustainable Development and Smart Growth Ad-hoc Committee
- Approved a budget amendment and employment agreement for Mike Gunnell as Village Manager
- Directed Public Works Director to research capabilities of Facility Dude software and alternatives
- Went into closed session to discuss an employment contract; reconvened with no action taken
Village Council
The Clemmons Village Council is holding a special retreat meeting to discuss a wide range of topics, including council roles, public comments, infill development tools, planning and community development items, capital improvement projects, finance and HR matters, public works and safety, and inter-agency agreements. This is a discussion and planning session, not a voting meeting, with no formal decisions expected.
- Discussion of new tools for infill development
- Review of fee-in-lieu for sidewalks and open space
- Update on pedestrian sidewalk and crosswalk projects
- Discussion of ARP funding and 5-year projections
- Consideration of additional deputy/detective and sprinkler systems in multi-story buildings
The Clemmons Village Council held a retreat and made several decisions. They unanimously rejected Budget Amendment 22-G-6 and withdrew the proposed sewer contract with Parr (The Lake at Belmont, LLC) and Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Utilities Commission. They also approved adding an additional investigator from the Forsyth County Sheriff's Office and directed staff to pursue several studies and policy changes.
- Rejected Budget Amendment 22-G-6 and withdrew sewer contract with Parr and City-County Utilities (unanimous)
- Approved additional investigator from Forsyth County Sheriff's Office (unanimous)
- Directed staff to draft resolution on mayor conferral
- Directed staff to research call-in public comments process
- Directed staff to plan a Municipal Roundtable Organization
- Directed research on business improvement district options
- Directed research on natural resource inventory cost
- Granted permission to send out Request for Letters of Qualification for Harper Road Sidewalk Project design
Village Council
The Village Council will consider three budget amendments: one to fund sewer agreements with Parr and City-County Utilities, one to cover a 5% increase in the Forsyth County Sheriff's contract, and one to increase the interim village manager's salary. The council will also hear reports from the marketing director, manager, finance director, and planner, and consider a resolution to create an environmental committee. A closed session is scheduled for attorney-client privilege and personnel matters.
- Budget amendment 22-G-6: $1,100,000 for Parr and City-County Utilities sewer agreements
- Budget amendment 22-G-7: $29,950 for Forsyth County Sheriff's contract due to 5% salary increase
- Budget amendment 22-G-8: Increase interim village manager's salary
- Resolution 2022-R-1: Creating an Environmental Committee
- Closed session for attorney-client privilege and personnel discussion
The Village Council voted unanimously to table Budget Amendment 22-G-6 and related sewer extension agreements with the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Utilities Commission and The Lake at Belmont, LLC until the second February meeting. The Council also approved budget amendments for a sheriff's contract increase and an interim village manager's salary increase. Council expressed intent to explore a community center partnership with the Shallow Ford Foundation.
- Tabled sewer agreements with Utilities Commission and The Lake at Belmont until second February meeting (unanimous)
- Approved $29,950 budget amendment for sheriff's contract (unanimous)
- Approved $3,150 budget amendment for interim village manager salary (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of Jan 10 regular and Jan 14 special meetings (unanimous)
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Directed staff to coordinate with Shallow Ford Foundation on community center options (consensus)
- Entered closed session for attorney-client privilege and personnel matter; no action taken
Planning Board
The January 18, 2022 Planning Board meeting was cancelled because there were no new cases to hear. The next meeting is scheduled for February 15, 2022.
- Meeting cancelled due to no new cases
- Next meeting scheduled for February 15, 2022
The January 18, 2022 Planning Board meeting was cancelled because there were no new cases to be heard. The next meeting is scheduled for February 15, 2022. No substantive decisions were made.
- Cancelled January 18, 2022 meeting due to no new cases
Village Council
The Village Council is holding a special meeting solely to discuss a personnel matter. No other business is listed on the agenda.
- Special meeting on January 14, 2022 at 9:00 a.m.
- Location: Village Hall, 3715 Clemmons Road
- Purpose: personnel matter
The Village Council unanimously accepted Scott Buffkin's resignation as Village Manager, waiving the 60-day notice requirement and approving a severance package of up to six months' pay. Assistant Village Manager Mike Gunnell was unanimously appointed as Interim Village Manager, and a search committee was formed to find a permanent replacement.
- Accepted Village Manager Scott Buffkin's resignation and waived 60-day notice (unanimous)
- Approved severance package up to 6 months' compensation per contract Section 4 (unanimous)
- Appointed Assistant Village Manager Mike Gunnell as Interim Village Manager (unanimous)
- Designated Council Members Taylor and Cameron as search committee for new manager
Village Council
The Clemmons Village Council unanimously approved the sale of real property at 2838 Harper Road to Henson Realty LLC for $600,000 after the upset bid period expired with no additional offers. The council also appointed two members to address school traffic issues and granted the manager authority to approve ARP-related policies. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included routine approvals and reports.
- Approved sale of 2838 Harper Road to Henson Realty LLC for $600,000 (unanimous)
- Appointed Council Members Barson and Combest to work on school traffic issues (unanimous)
- Granted Manager authority to approve ARP-required policies (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of December 13, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)