Morehead City public meetings in 2023

Planning Board

The Morehead City Planning Board will review two development requests: a sketch plan for a 9-lot commercial subdivision on Business Drive and an alternate landscape plan for a commercial facility on Highway 24. The board will also elect officers and review monthly reports.

• Sketch plan review for 9-lot commercial subdivision at 5077 and 5043 Business Drive (PINs 636601184022000, 636601271889000, 636601288120000)
• Alternate landscape plan for multi-use commercial metal, wood, and plumbing shop on 8.2 acres at 770 Highway 24
• Election of officers
• Review of October monthly reports and attendance record

City Council

The Morehead City Town Council is holding its regular meeting to certify the 2023 municipal election, induct new council members, and make appointments. The council will also vote on several routine financial items, including budget ordinance amendments and tax refunds, and honor retiring officials.

• Certification of 2023 Municipal Election
• Adopt Budget Ordinance Amendment 2023-32
• Accept Governmental Capital Project Budget Ordinance Amendment 2023-33
• Adopt Resolution 2023-R-57 honoring retiring Master Police Officer Danielle Lawrence
• Approve tax refunds totaling $8,941.27 for November 2023

City Council

The City Council will conduct an organizational meeting to elect a Mayor Pro Tempore and assign board committees. The agenda also includes the certification of the 2023 municipal election and the induction of new council members.

• Election of Mayor Pro Tempore
• Certification of 2023 municipal election results
• Adoption of Budget Ordinance Amendment 2023-32
• Adoption of Capital Project Budget Ordinance Amendment 2023-33
• Approval of $8,941.27 in ad valorem tax overpayment refunds

City Council

This agenda is for a special meeting of the Morehead City Town Council, scheduled for Thursday, December 7, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. at City Hall. The agenda contains no listed items, so the meeting appears to be procedural or for a specific purpose not detailed here.

Board of Adjustment

The Morehead City Board of Adjustment regular meeting scheduled for December 6, 2023, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided. Contact the Planning and Inspections Department for questions.

• Meeting cancelled

Planning Board

The Morehead City Planning Board meeting scheduled for November 21, 2023, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

City Council

The Morehead City Town Council held its regular meeting on November 14, 2023, approving routine financial reports, budget amendments, and meeting schedules. The most substantive action was adopting Ordinance 2023-O-18, which removes the restriction that emergency shelter beds not exceed 10% of soup kitchen seating capacity and increases the maximum length of stay from 30 to 90 days. The council also approved a revised resolution allowing the Southern Kingfish Association to extend their tournament and permit alcohol in the tournament area, and authorized street closures for the Christmas parade.

• Adopted Ordinance 2023-O-18 amending Section 14-22 to remove the 10% bed-to-seating-capacity restriction and increase max shelter stay from 30 to 90 days
• Adopted Resolution 2023-R-37 allowing Southern Kingfish Association to extend tournament one day (starting Nov 28) and permit alcohol in tournament area
• Adopted Resolution 2023-R-56 closing Evans Street between 14th and 18th Streets and parts of South 15th, 16th, 17th Streets on Dec 9 for Christmas parade staging
• Approved refunds of ad valorem tax overpayments totaling $601.74 and accepted notice of overpayments of $1,057.40 for October 2023
• Adopted Budget Ordinance Amendment 2023-31 and accepted annual summary financial statements and quarterly financial report

City Council

The Morehead City Town Council will hold a public hearing on a text amendment to relax emergency shelter regulations, removing the 10% bed-to-seating-capacity cap and extending the maximum stay from 30 to 90 days. The consent agenda includes routine financial reports, budget amendments, and approvals for the 2024 meeting schedule, a fishing tournament extension, and Christmas parade road closures. New business includes renewal of license agreements with local sports leagues.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-O-18 to amend emergency shelter regulations (Section 14-22)
• Consent agenda includes budget ordinance amendment 2023-31
• Resolution 2023-R-56 for Christmas parade road closures on Evans Street and South 15th-17th Streets
• Resolution 2023-R-37 to extend Southern Kingfish Association tournament and allow alcohol
• Renewal of license agreements with Seashore Soccer League and Morehead City Little League

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold hearings on three specific requests. These include special-use permits for a church and private school, a cocktail lounge, and a variance for a duplex lot size.

• Special-use permit for a church and private school at 5601 Highway 70
• Special-use permit for a cocktail lounge at 504-B Arendell Street
• Variance request for a duplex on a 5,000-square-foot lot at 1501 Bay Street

Board of Adjustment

The Morehead City Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on three requests: a special-use permit for a church and private school, a special-use permit for a cocktail lounge, and a variance for a duplex on a sub-sized lot. The board will also consider approving an order for a previously issued special-use permit and elect officers.

• Special-use permit for church and private school at 5601 Highway 70 (CH district)
• Special-use permit for cocktail lounge at 504-B Arendell Street (DB district)
• Variance from 7,500 sq ft minimum lot size for duplex at 1501 Bay Street (R5 district)
• Order to expand special-use permit for fabricating shop at 1117 North 20th Street
• Election of officers

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a city-initiated request to amend Section 14-22 of the Unified Development Ordinance. The proposal seeks to remove the bed-to-seating capacity ratio for soup kitchens and extend the maximum stay for residents from 30 to 90 days.

• Amendment to UDO Section 14-22 regarding emergency shelter missions
• Removal of the 10 percent bed-to-seating capacity limit
• Proposal to increase maximum stay from 30 to 90 days
• Review of August 2023 development and statistical reports

City Council

The Town Council met to adopt several ordinances regarding land use and merchant regulations. The council also approved resolutions for upcoming community events and authorized a fireworks display.

• Ordinance 2023-O-15: Adds 'School, private' as a special use in the CH District
• Ordinance 2023-O-16: Amends UDO Article 11 regarding itinerant merchant use
• Ordinance 2023-O-17: Amends Peddler and Itinerant Merchant Ordinance and fee schedule
• Resolution 2023-R-50: Endorses Meat Mayhem Inc. Kingfish Fishing Tournament for Nov 2-4
• Resolution 2023-R-54: Authorizes NC Troopers Association Offshore Inshore Saltwater Challenge

City Council

The Morehead City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances amending the Unified Development Ordinance to add a 'School, Private' use and revise itinerant merchant regulations, including a new peddler ordinance with fee changes. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, financial reports, tax refunds, and a resolution endorsing a fishing tournament rescheduled to November 2-4, 2023. New business also includes authorizing a fireworks display for The White Oak on November 4, 2023, and a Parks and Recreation Advisory Board appointment.

• Ordinance 2023-O-15: Add 'School, Private' use to CH district and other zones
• Ordinance 2023-O-16: Delete 'Vendor' from itinerant merchant use, revise right-of-way rules in CD/DB districts
• Ordinance 2023-O-17: New Peddler and Itinerant Merchant Ordinance with fee schedule amendments
• Resolution 2023-R-50: Endorse Meat Mayhem Inc. Kingfish Fishing Tournament, Nov 2-4, 2023
• Resolution 2023-R-53: Authorize fireworks display at 209 Oaksmith Boulevard on Nov 4, 2023

Planning Board

The Morehead City Planning Board will review two proposed amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance. One would change the 'School' use to 'School, Public' and add a new 'School, Private' use, allowing private schools in the CH (Highway Commercial) district. The other would delete 'Vendor' from the itinerant merchant use, revise right-of-way usage in downtown districts, and remove itinerant merchant standards. The board will also approve minutes and receive reports.

• Amend UDO Article 11 to add 'School, Private' use and allow in CH district
• Amend UDO to delete 'Vendor' from itinerant merchant use
• Revise Section 12-2 right-of-way usage in CD and DB districts
• Delete itinerant merchant standards from Article 14
• Review draft minutes and monthly reports

City Council

The Morehead City Town Council will consider several items, including a public hearing on a contiguous annexation on Business Drive, a text amendment to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) affecting planned and multifamily developments, and a proposed parking lot lease with Arendell Street Partners. The consent agenda includes a $1.7 million disaster debris removal contract with TRF Enterprises, budget amendments, and routine financial reports. A citizen request to reconsider a prior action on Katherine Davis Park parking is also on the agenda.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-O-11: contiguous annexation of property on Business Drive (PIN #636601280281000)
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-O-14: UDO text amendment to revise planned development, multifamily, and parking standards
• Award disaster debris removal agreements: $1.7M to TRF Enterprises (primary) and $2.4M to Southern Disaster Recovery (alternate)
• Adopt Budget Ordinance Amendment 2023-30
• Consider Arendell Street Partners, LLC parking lot lease agreement

Board of Adjustment

The Morehead City Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and decide on a request by David Bell and Amanda Jones-Bell for a special-use permit to expand a fabricating shop and modify an existing permit at 1117 North 20th Street. The board will also consider approving an order granting a special-use permit for a transitional family home at 1500 Arendell Street. The agenda includes approval of draft minutes from May 25, 2023.

• Special-use permit request to expand fabricating shop at 1117 North 20th Street (CN district)
• Modification of special-use permit issued April 26, 2006
• Order granting special-use permit for transitional family home at 1500 Arendell Street (CD district)
• Approval of draft minutes from May 25, 2023

The Board held a public hearing regarding a request by David Bell and Amanda Jones-Bell to expand a fabricating shop and modify a 2006 special-use permit at 1117 North 20th Street. The proposal includes a building addition for a showroom and the addition of accessory outdoor displays. The provided minutes end during deliberations and do not record a final vote or decision.

• Adopted May 25, 2023 minutes (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Morehead City Planning Board will review a city-initiated proposal to amend several sections of the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) to revise and clarify requirements for planned developments and multifamily dwellings, including parking design standards. The board will also consider the draft July minutes and receive the June monthly development report.

• Amendments to UDO Sections 2-2, 12-1, 13-2, and Appendix IV regarding planned developments, multifamily requirements, and parking design standards
• Resolution 2023-0007 related to the UDO text amendment
• Draft July Planning Board minutes for approval
• June monthly development report and fiscal year statistical information

The Planning Board unanimously recommended approval of text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) and Resolution 2023-0007. The changes clarify requirements for planned developments, multifamily developments, and parking design standards.

• Approved July 18, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of UDO text amendments and Resolution 2023-0007 (unanimous)

City Council

The Morehead City Town Council approved the city's comprehensive plan, The Morehead City Plan 2032, and allocated $170,000 for downtown parking improvements. The council also handled routine items including tax refunds, budget amendments, and several resolutions for retirements, annexation, and street closures.

• Adopted The Morehead City Plan 2032 comprehensive plan
• Appropriated $150,000 for additional parking east of Katherine Davis Park and $20,000 for park enhancements
• Approved tax refunds totaling $19,249.38 and accepted $3,741.92 in tax overpayments for July 2023
• Adopted resolutions for annexation of property on Business Drive and set public hearing for September 12, 2023
• Approved encroachment agreement for a pier over Avery Street adjacent to 1705 Avery Street

City Council

The Town Council unanimously approved the city's comprehensive plan for 2032. The council also adopted a consent agenda covering various administrative approvals, tax refunds, and street closures. A proposal to lease downtown parking space was discussed but not decided.

• Adopted The Morehead City Plan 2032 Comprehensive Plan (5-0)
• Approved July 11, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved $19,249.38 in Ad Valorem tax overpayment refunds (5-0)
• Adopted Budget Ordinance Amendment 2023-27 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-R-40 and 2023-R-45 recognizing retirees (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-R-43 and 2023-R-44 regarding Business Drive annexation (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinances 2023-O-12 and 2023-O-13 for Veterans Day and Christmas parade street closures (5-0)
• Approved encroachment agreement for a pier at 1705 Avery Street (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Morehead City Board of Adjustment regular meeting scheduled for July 27, 2023, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting. Questions may be directed to the Planning and Inspections Department.

• Meeting cancelled

Planning Board

The Morehead City Planning Board is meeting to consider final review and approval of 'The Morehead City Plan 2032', the town's comprehensive plan. The agenda also includes approval of the June minutes, requests and comments, and review of attendance and monthly reports.

• Final review and approval of 'The Morehead City Plan 2032' comprehensive plan
• Approval of draft June Planning Board minutes
• Review of attendance record for 2023
• Review of monthly reports for May 2023 (statistical and development reports)

The Planning Board conducted a final review of the Morehead City Plan 2032, the town's first comprehensive land use plan. The plan has been certified by the Coastal Resources Commission and is prepared for a public hearing before the City Council on August 8, 2023.

• Adopted June 20, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Excused called-in absences (unanimous)

City Council

The Morehead City Town Council approved routine financial reports, adopted several resolutions endorsing fishing tournaments and a fundraiser, approved a contiguous annexation of four parcels, authorized multifamily housing revenue bonds for Elijah's Landing, and directed staff to study parking solutions near Katherine Davis Park. The meeting included standard consent items and reports.

• Adopted Ordinance O-10 for contiguous annexation of four parcels (Pins #635607580294000, #63560758348000, #635607582400000, #635607580455000)
• Authorized Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (Elijah's Landing), Series 2023
• Approved parking study for east side of Katherine Davis Park (short-term by Dec 1, 2023; long-term by Apr 1, 2024)
• Approved Downtown Morehead City, Inc. to pursue grant for open-air stage at Jaycee Park
• Approved adding Curb Market as leasable facility for Parks and Recreation

City Council

The Morehead City Town Council will hold public hearings on annexing four parcels and issuing multifamily housing revenue bonds for Elijah's Landing, then consider new business including a parking lot at Katherine Davis Park, endorsements for several events, and a grant for an open-air stage at Jaycee Park. The consent agenda includes routine financial reports and tax matters.

• Public hearing on annexation of four parcels (Pins #635607580294000, #63560758348000, #635607582400000, #635607580455000), three zoned CH (Highway Commercial)
• Resolution 2023-R-39 authorizing multifamily housing revenue bonds for Elijah's Landing
• Consider establishing a parking lot on the east end of Katherine Davis Park (Budget Ordinance Amendment 2023-27, Capital Project Ordinance 2023-28)
• Resolution 2023-R-38 endorsing 'You Matter' fundraiser by Sea and Soiree at Jaycee Park, Sept 22-24, 2023
• Consider adding Curb Market as leasable facility and fee schedule change

The Town Council approved the annexation of four parcels to facilitate the planning of Fire Station #3. Council also authorized an increase in revenue bonds for the Elijah’s Landing multifamily housing project. A proposal to establish a parking lot at Katherine Davis Park was discussed but not decided.

• Approved annexation of four parcels in Wildwood Homesite subdivision (5-0)
• Authorized increase of Elijah’s Landing multifamily housing revenue bonds from $16M to $18M (5-0)
• Adopted proposed Fund Balance Policy (5-0)
• Endorsed Meat Mayhem Inc. Kingfish Fishing Tournament (5-0)
• Endorsed NC Troopers Association Offshore Inshore Saltwater Challenge (5-0)
• Endorsed Southern Kingfish Association National Morehead City Championship (5-0)
• Approved FY2023-2024 Ad Valorem Tax collection (5-0)
• Removed 'You Matter' event endorsement from agenda (3-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Morehead City Board of Adjustment regular meeting scheduled for June 22, 2023, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting. Questions may be directed to the Planning and Inspections Department.

• Meeting cancelled

Planning Board

The Morehead City Planning Board will consider a request from Hagen Engineering and Berkley Hall Construction for a comprehensive plan review and an alternate landscape plan for the Morehead City Apartments, a 228-unit multifamily development at 500 Friendly Road. The board will also review draft minutes from May 16, 2023, and receive monthly reports for April 2023.

• Comprehensive plan review and alternate landscape plan for 228-unit multifamily development at 500 Friendly Road
• Parking reduction letter dated June 2, 2023
• Draft minutes from May 16, 2023
• Monthly development report for April 2023

The Planning Board reviewed a proposal for a 228-unit multifamily development at 500 Friendly Road. The board evaluated the project's compliance with Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) standards regarding density, parking, and landscaping. The minutes do not record a final vote or decision on the request.

• Approved May 16, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Morehead City Town Council approved the FY2023-2024 annual budget, a new fee schedule, and several zoning text amendments, including allowing microbreweries in highway commercial districts and permitting uncovered steps to encroach on front setbacks. The council also endorsed multiple fishing tournaments and approved an interlocal agreement for law enforcement services with the housing authority. A closed session was held to consult with the city attorney on potential claims.

• Adopted FY2023/2024 Annual Budget Ordinance 2023-26.1 and related capital project fund amendments
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-O-08 allowing microbreweries as a permitted use in the CH (Highway Commercial) District
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-O-07 allowing uncovered steps to encroach beyond the minimum front setback in residential zones
• Adopted FY2023-2024 Fee Schedule
• Approved interlocal agreement with Eastern Carolina Regional Housing Authority for on-site law enforcement services

City Council

This agenda is for a closed session of the Morehead City Town Council. It contains only the meeting date and session type, with no listed agenda items, decisions, or public discussion topics. The agenda is purely procedural boilerplate.

The City Council entered a closed session to consult with the city attorney regarding a potential lawsuit involving MGM Properties, John Poag, and the State of North Carolina. The discussion concerned the validation of a city lease and a boat slip at the end of 7th Street.

• Approved motion to enter closed session (4-0)

City Council

The Morehead City Town Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting the FY2023-2024 annual budget ordinance, a new fee schedule, and two zoning text amendments (allowing uncovered steps to encroach on front setbacks and permitting microbreweries in highway commercial districts). The consent agenda includes routine approvals of minutes, financial reports, budget amendments, and endorsements of several fishing tournaments and other events. The council will also consider a license agreement for pedal kayak rentals and a fee waiver request from the Rotary Club.

• Adopt FY2023-2024 Annual Budget Ordinance
• Adopt proposed FY2023-2024 Fee Schedule
• Ordinance 2023-O-07: allow uncovered steps to encroach beyond minimum front setback in residential zones
• Ordinance 2023-O-08: allow microbrewery as permitted use in CH (Highway Commercial) district
• License agreement with Trusty Sail and Paddle for pedal kayak rentals on the waterfront

The Town Council adopted the FY2023-2024 Annual Budget and Capital Improvement Plan with no property tax or utility fee increases. Council also approved two zoning amendments regarding residential setbacks and microbrewery permits. Several resolutions endorsing waterfront tournaments and a law enforcement agreement were passed.

• Adopted FY2023-2024 Annual Budget and Capital Improvement Plan (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-O-08 allowing microbreweries as a permitted use in the CH District (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-O-07 allowing uncovered steps to encroach beyond front setback lines (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Budget Ordinance Amendment 2023-23 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-R-30 to increase micro-purchase thresholds (4-0)
• Adopted Resolutions 2023-R-25, R-26, R-27, and R-28 endorsing various fishing and powerboat tournaments (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-R-34 renewing law enforcement services agreement with Eastern Carolina Regional Housing Authority (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-R-33 fixing July 11, 2023, as the public hearing date for Fire Station #3 annexation (4-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Morehead City Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and decide on a special-use permit request by Sandy Hewitt on behalf of Family Promise of Carteret County to operate a transitional family home at 1500 Arendell Street in the Downtown Commercial District. The board will also consider approving an order granting a special-use permit for boat storage at 5495 Highway 70 in the Highway Commercial District. The agenda includes approval of draft minutes from December 2022.

• Special-use permit for transitional family home at 1500 Arendell Street (CD zoning)
• Order granting special-use permit for boat storage at 5495 Highway 70 (CH zoning)
• Approval of draft minutes from December 2022

The Board of Adjustment held a public hearing regarding a request by Family Promise of Carteret County to operate a transitional family home at 1500 Arendell Street. The minutes record the presentation of evidence and testimony, but do not state a final vote or decision on the permit.

• Approved December 7, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Excused called-in absences of Patrick Conneely, Taylor Ricketts, and Judson Walton (unanimous)
• Opened public hearing for 1500 Arendell Street special-use permit (unanimous)

City Council

The Town Council conducted a budget workshop to review departmental presentations and the proposed Capital Improvement Plan. No formal votes were recorded; the session focused on reviewing expenditures, requested equipment, and proposed budget adjustments.

Planning Board

The Morehead City Planning Board will review two proposed amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance. One would allow steps to encroach beyond the minimum front setback line in residential districts, and the other would permit microbreweries as a permitted use in the Highway Commercial (CH) district. The board will also consider the draft minutes from March and receive monthly reports.

• Text amendment to UDO Section 14-3(D) to allow steps to encroach beyond minimum front setback in residential districts
• Text amendment to UDO Article 11 to allow microbrewery as permitted use in CH (Highway Commercial) district
• Resolution 2023-0005 for the steps encroachment amendment
• Resolution 2023-0004 for the microbrewery amendment
• Draft March Planning Board minutes

The Planning Board unanimously recommended approval of a Unified Development Ordinance amendment to allow uncovered steps to extend beyond the minimum front setback line in residential districts. The board also adopted the minutes from the March 21, 2023 meeting.

• Recommended approval of UDO amendment to allow uncovered steps to encroach beyond minimum front setback line (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Resolution 2023-0005 (Unanimous)
• Adopted March 21, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

City Council

The Morehead City Town Council will vote on a consent agenda covering routine financial reports, budget amendments, and contracts, followed by new business items including a riparian lease, equipment bids, and grant assistance contracts. The meeting also includes public comments and council comments.

• Approve audit contract with PB Mares LLP for FY ending June 30, 2023
• Adopt Resolution 2023-R-21 approving Water Shortage Response Plan
• Consider riparian and littoral rights sublease with Crystal Blue Holding Company
• Award Fire-EMS communications equipment bid to East Coast International, Inc.
• Consider W.S. King Alumni Association, Inc. request

The Town Council approved several contracts, including radio equipment for Fire-EMS and grant assistance for a new Fire-EMS station. The council also approved a five-year sublease for the Morehead City Ferry Service and reappointed members to the Board of Adjustment.

• Awarded Fire-EMS radio communications equipment bid to East Coast International, Inc. for $516,800.16 (4-0)
• Approved 5-year riparian and littoral rights sublease with Crystal Blue Holding Company, LLC (4-0)
• Approved contract with Environmental Service Consultants, Inc. for ARP Grant assistance (4-0)
• Awarded CDBG-DR AHDF Elijah’s Landing assistance contract to Witt O’Briens (4-0)
• Authorized W.S. King Alumni Association, Inc. to use W.S. King Building free of charge on June 30, 2023 (4-0)
• Amended Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Bylaws to set meeting time for 4th Monday at 11:30 a.m. (3-1)
• Reappointed Sarah West to Board of Adjustment Regular In-City seat and recommended Taylor Ricketts for ETJ Alternate seat (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Budget Ordinance Amendments 2023-20, 2023-21, and 2023-22 (4-0)

City Council

The City Council held a budget workshop to review a proposed total annual budget of $32,530,507. The session focused on proposed fund balance policy changes, new staff positions, and departmental expenditures. No final votes were recorded as this was a workshop meeting.

• Proposed total annual budget of $32,530,507 (increase of 0.97%)
• Proposed tax rate of $0.38 per $100 valuation (no increase)
• Proposed 3% COLA and 0-3% merit increases
• Proposed addition of four positions: Purchasing Manager, in-house City Attorney, GIS Technician, and Administrative Assistant
• Proposed amendment to Unassigned Fund Balance Policy to a 30% minimum threshold
• Proposed full classification and compensation study for Human Resources

Board of Adjustment

The Morehead City Board of Adjustment regular meeting scheduled for April 27, 2023, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting. For questions, contact the Planning and Inspections Department at 1100 Bridges Street, Morehead City, NC, (252) 726-6848, ext. 103.

• Meeting cancelled
• Contact Planning and Inspections Department for questions

Planning Board

The Morehead City Planning Board meeting scheduled for April 18, 2023, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only this cancellation notice and no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled

City Council

The Morehead City Town Council held its regular meeting on April 11, 2023, taking action on a wide range of items. Key decisions included approving a rezoning for a planned development, awarding a street paving contract, and adopting multiple budget amendments. The council also endorsed several upcoming fishing tournaments and other community events.

• Rezoning of 4713 San Juan Circle from R20 to PD for South Shore Cottages
• Budget Ordinance Amendments 2023-11 through 2023-17
• Grant Project Fund Ordinance 2023-18 for CDBG-DR AFDF Elijah's Landing
• Bid award to Thomas Simpson Construction Co., Inc. for street paving
• Adopted resolutions endorsing fishing tournaments and other events

City Council

The Council met in closed session to discuss the performance of City Manager Chris Turner. It was decided that the Council will meet with Mr. Turner to discuss his performance and provide specific objectives for improvement after the budget is completed. The Council decided not to use a scoring evaluation form at this time.

• Approved motion to enter closed session (5-0)
• Decided to meet with City Manager Chris Turner regarding performance after budget completion
• Decided against using a scoring evaluation form for the manager's review
• Approved motion to return to open session (5-0)

City Council

The Town Council approved the rezoning of 4713 San Juan Circle to a Planned Development District for a 13-unit residential project. The council also awarded a $460,000 street paving contract and approved several fishing tournament resolutions.

• Approved rezoning of 4713 San Juan Circle from R20 to PD District (5-0)
• Approved South Shore Cottages Sketch Development Plan with sidewalk contingency (5-0)
• Awarded $460,000 paving improvement contract to Thomas Simpson Construction Co., Inc. (5-0)
• Approved Water Resource Development Grant for Yacht Basin Dredge Project (5-0)
• Authorized one-year lease of riparian and littoral rights to MGD Properties, LLC (5-0)
• Accepted dedication of Tennessee Avenue into the Municipal street system (5-0)
• Amended golf cart ordinance to remove repetitive penalties (5-0)
• Approved license agreements with Seashore Soccer League and Morehead City Little League (4-1)

City Council

The Council met to discuss field usage and reservation fees for Rotary Park. No final vote was taken on the license agreements or fee waivers; the City Attorney advised that these items be added to a regular meeting agenda for formal approval.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Morehead City Board of Adjustment regular meeting scheduled for March 23, 2023, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting. For questions, contact the Planning and Inspections Department.

• Meeting cancelled

Planning Board

The Morehead City Planning Board will review a request to rezone property at 4713 San Juan Circle from R20 to Planned Development and approve a sketch plan for South Shore Cottages, a 13-unit single-family development. The board will also approve minutes, review monthly reports, and take public comments.

• Rezone 4713 San Juan Circle from R20 to PD for South Shore Cottages (13 units)
• Sketch development plan approval for South Shore Cottages
• Resolution 2023-0003 regarding the rezoning request
• January monthly development and statistical reports
• Planning board attendance record

The Planning Board approved several rezoning requests and variances for residential and commercial properties. The board also discussed a proposed amendment to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding setbacks and landscaping.

• Approved rezoning for 100-110 S. First St. (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning for 100-110 S. First St. (unanimous)
• Approved variance for 110 S. First St. (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning for 110 S. First St. (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning for 110 S. First St. (unanimous)
• Approved variance for 110 S. First St. (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning for 110 S. First St. (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning for 110 S. First St. (unanimous)

City Council

This agenda is for a closed session of the Morehead City Town Council and contains no public agenda items. It is procedural only, with no decisions or discussions listed for public review.

The Town Council met in closed session to discuss legal claims and contract negotiations. Council expressed support for including in-house legal services in the FY2023-2024 budget to increase efficiency.

• Entered closed session to consult with city attorney and discuss contract negotiations (5-0)
• Expressed favor for including in-house legal services in FY2023-2024 budget
• Returned to open session (5-0)

City Council

The Town Council will consider several items including a site development master plan for 901 and 909 Shepard Street and the purchase of property near Big Rock Stadium. The agenda also includes discussions on park parking, field usage fees, and various budget ordinance amendments.

• Site Development Master Plan for Residences at Bask (901 and 909 Shepard Street)
• Purchase of real property adjacent to Big Rock Stadium/Rotary Park (PIN #638605171632000)
• Tax overpayments totaling $3,053.70 for February 2023
• Ad Valorem tax refund requests totaling $604.56 for February 2023
• Taxi and shuttle franchise application from Johnson & Terry Transport, LLC

The Council repealed the city's taxicab ordinance and approved the Site Development Master Plan for the Residences at Bask. Additionally, the Council waived all multi-purpose field fees through July 1, 2023, following disputes over youth sports league charges.

• Repealed Code of Ordinances Article IV regarding Taxicabs (4-1)
• Approved Site Development Master Plan for Residences at Bask at 901 and 909 Shepard Street (5-0)
• Waived all Multi-Purpose Field fees through July 1, 2023 (4-1)
• Approved $75,000 purchase of real property Tax Parcel #638605171632000 (4-1)
• Approved temporary dual HR Director position from April 1 to August 1, 2023 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-R-07 to lease riparian and littoral rights at 709 Shepard Street (5-0)
• Endorsed NCDOT's Hwy 70 West Reduce-Conflict Intersection project (4-1)
• Appointed Sarah West to Board of Adjustment In-City seat and Madison Helffrich as Alternate (5-0)

City Council

The Council agreed to a one-year lease of the seawall, riparian and littoral rights area, and dock/slip at the south end of 7th Street to MGD Properties, LLC. Council also concurred with the Town Attorney's recommendation regarding the acceptance of a portion of Tennessee Avenue and a utility easement.

• Agreed to lease Gulf Dock property to MGD Properties, LLC for $717.90 per year
• Concurred with recommendation to accept Tennessee Avenue roadway up to the point of Mr. Mooring's claim and secure a utility easement
• Entered closed session (5-0)
• Returned to open session (5-0)

City Council

The council held a special meeting to adopt several budget ordinance amendments and a rezoning. All items on the action agenda were adopted, including a rezoning of 4439 and 4445 Arendell Street from Commercial Marina to Highway Commercial. A discussion on the Seashore Soccer League's request and fee schedule was held but no action was taken.

• Adopted Budget Ordinance Amendment 2023-04
• Adopted Governmental Capital Project Budget Ordinance Amendment 2023-05
• Adopted Water & Sewer Capital Project Budget Ordinance Amendment 2023-06
• Adopted Grant Project Fund Ordinance 2023-07 for 2022 ARPA WWTP Grant Project Fund
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-O-02 rezoning 4439 and 4445 Arendell Street from CM to CH district

City Council

The council will vote on four budget ordinances, including a capital project budget and an ARPA-funded wastewater treatment plant improvement budget. They will also vote on a rezoning request for two properties at 4439 and 4445 Arendell Street from Commercial Marina to Highway Commercial district. Additionally, they will discuss a fee schedule request from the Seashore Soccer League and hold a budget planning retreat to set top priorities for FY2023-2024.

• Adopt Budget Ordinance 2023-04 and three other budget amendments
• Rezone 4439 and 4445 Arendell Street from CM to CH district
• Discuss Seashore Soccer League's request and fee schedule
• Budget planning retreat to identify top 10 priorities for FY2023-2024

The Council adopted four budget and grant ordinances and approved the rezoning of two properties on Arendell Street. Members discussed field usage fees for the Seashore Soccer League and established strategic objectives for the FY 2023-2024 budget.

• Approved Budget Ordinance Amendment 2023-04 (5-0)
• Approved Governmental Capital Project Budget Ordinance Amendment 2023-05 (5-0)
• Approved Water and Sewer Capital Project Budget Ordinance Amendment 2023-06 (5-0)
• Approved Grant Project Fund Ordinance 2023-07 (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 4439 and 4445 Arendell Street from Commercial Marina to Highway Commercial (5-0)
• Tabled decision on Seashore Soccer League field usage fees until March 14, 2023

Board of Adjustment

The Morehead City Board of Adjustment regular meeting scheduled for February 23, 2023, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only this cancellation notice and no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled

Planning Board

The Morehead City Planning Board will review a request for a Site Development Master Plan and Preliminary Plat for the 'Residences At Bask' planned development. The project is located at 901 & 909 Shepard Street and is currently zoned as a Planned Development District. The agenda also includes approval of January 2023 minutes and review of December 2022 development reports.

• Site Development Master Plan and Preliminary Plat review for 'Residences At Bask' at 901 & 909 Shepard Street
• Approval of January 2023 Planning Board Draft Minutes
• Review of December 2022 Development Report and Fiscal Year 22 Statistical Information

The Planning Board unanimously recommended approval of the Site Development Master Plan and Preliminary Plat for a 25-unit residential project at 901 and 909 Shepard Street. The recommendation is contingent upon six specific conditions regarding unit count, height, and retaining walls. A resident raised concerns about stormwater runoff and fill dirt, but the board found the project met all required criteria.

• Recommended approval of Preliminary Plat and Site Development Master Plan for Residences at Bask (Unanimous)
• Adopted January 17, 2023 minutes (Unanimous)

City Council

The Town Council is holding a budget planning retreat to review the financial snapshot, consider a cost-of-living adjustment for FY 2023-2024, and review accomplishments from the current fiscal year. The council will also set goals for the upcoming fiscal year based on staff input.

• FY 2023-2024 COLA consideration
• Review of FY 2022-2023 goals and accomplishments
• City staff strategic retreat
• Set goals for FY 2023-2024

The Council held a budget planning retreat to review current financial snapshots and FY 2022-23 goals. Staff proposed updating the Unassigned Fund Balance Policy to a percentage-based range. The session concluded with the identification of priority strategic goals for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Proposed amending Unassigned Fund Balance Policy to a range of 30%-35% over three years
• Identified FY 2023-24 goals including Stormwater Plan, UDO Rewrite, and Workforce Housing
• Proposed $100,000 budget for Special Events Cost Strategy / Gift Policy
• Requested 'In Progress' category for project tracking to replace 'Done' for incomplete items

City Council

The council adopted several routine financial reports and budget amendments, rezoned 4439 and 4445 Arendell Street from Commercial Marina to Highway Commercial, and granted preliminary approval of the town's comprehensive plan. A rezoning for 4713 San Juan Circle was withdrawn, and a taxi franchise license hearing was continued to March 14. Parking at Katherine Davis Park was tabled for further discussion.

• Rezoning 4439 and 4445 Arendell Street from CM to CH district adopted (requires second reading)
• Preliminary approval of 'The Morehead City Plan 2032' comprehensive plan
• Rezoning 4713 San Juan Circle from R20 to PD withdrawn
• Johnson & Terry Transport taxi license hearing continued to March 14, 2023
• Parking at Katherine Davis Park tabled until March 14, 2023

City Council

The Town of Morehead City Council is scheduled to hold a closed session on Tuesday, February 14, 2023. The provided agenda text contains no specific items, decisions, or discussions, only the meeting title and date.

The Council met in closed session to discuss a roadway withdrawal claim on Tennessee Avenue by a property owner. No final decision was made on whether to litigate the matter; the Town Attorney will provide a full report when all council members are present.

• Entered closed session to consult with city attorney regarding a potential claim (3-0)
• Returned to open session (5-0)

City Council

The Morehead City Council will hold public hearings on rezoning 4439 and 4445 Arendell Street from Commercial Marina to Highway Commercial, and on preliminary approval of 'The Morehead City Plan 2032' comprehensive plan. The council will also consider a taxi franchise for Johnson & Terry Transport, LLC, discuss parking at Katherine Davis Park, and consider approval of fireworks displays at Big Rock Stadium and the FY 2023-24 insurance renewal. A consent agenda includes routine approvals of minutes, budget amendments, tax refunds, and a resolution endorsing Military Appreciation Day.

• Public hearing on rezoning 4439 and 4445 Arendell Street from CM to CH district
• Preliminary approval of 'The Morehead City Plan 2032' comprehensive plan
• Taxi franchise application from Johnson & Terry Transport, LLC
• Discussion of parking at Katherine Davis Park
• Approval of up to four firework displays at Big Rock Stadium by Riverfront Sports and Entertainment Group

Town Council gave preliminary approval to the city's new comprehensive land use plan to allow for state review. The council also approved a rezoning request for Arendell Street and authorized specific firework displays. A request for a taxi franchise license was continued pending more information.

• Preliminary approval of 'The Morehead City Plan 2032' (3-0)
• Approved rezoning 4439 & 4445 Arendell Street from CM to CH (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-R-03 for firework displays ending by 10:00 p.m. (3-0)
• Approved FY2023-24 insurance renewal with choice of two medical plans (3-0)
• Approved continuing development of Accessory Dwelling Unit ordinance (2-1)
• Approved Governmental Capital Project Budget Ordinance Amendment 2023-05 for $80,000 (3-0)
• Continued taxi franchise license hearing for Johnson & Terry Transport, LLC until March 14, 2023 (3-0)
• Tabled discussion on Katherine Davis Park parking lot until all members present (3-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Morehead City Board of Adjustment regular meeting scheduled for January 26, 2023, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting. Questions may be directed to the Planning and Inspections Department.

• Meeting cancelled

City Council

The Council met in closed session to finalize the city manager's employment contract. The contract terminates on June 30, 2026, and includes a new clause stating that failure to inform the Council of additional employment is a terminal offense for cause.

• Approved entry into closed session to discuss employment contract terms (5-0)
• Finalized city manager's employment contract with termination date of June 30, 2026
• Added clause making failure to disclose additional employment a terminal offense for cause
• Approved return to open session (5-0)

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Morehead City Town Council, scheduled for Thursday, January 19, 2022, at 4:00 p.m. at City Hall. The agenda contains only the meeting notice and location, with no listed agenda items.

The Town Council held a special meeting to finalize an employment agreement for a city manager. The Council unanimously approved the appointment of Christopher S. Turner to the role.

• Approved employment agreement for Christopher S. Turner as City Manager (5-0)

City Council

This agenda is for a closed session of the Morehead City Town Council, with no public business items listed. The meeting is procedural and not open to the public, so no decisions or discussions are detailed in the agenda text.

• Closed session only; no public agenda items

The Town Council met in a closed session to discuss proposed amendments to an employment contract with Mr. Turner. No final agreement was reached, and the City Attorney was asked to redraft the contract based on the discussion. A follow-up special meeting was scheduled for January 19, 2023.

• Entered closed session to discuss employment contract negotiations (5-0)
• Returned to open session (5-0)
• Instructed City Attorney to redraft contract based on discussion
• Scheduled special meeting for January 19, 2023

City Council

The provided text contains only the header for a special Town Council meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 17, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. at City Hall, 1100 Bridges Street. No specific agenda items, decisions, or discussions are listed in the source document.

The Town Council met for a special session to discuss employment contract compensation and terms in a closed session. No actions were taken in open session.

• Approved motion to enter Closed Session (5-0)
• Approved motion to return to Open Session (5-0)

Planning Board

The Morehead City Planning Board will consider preliminary approval of the town's new comprehensive plan, 'The Morehead City Plan 2032', and two rezoning requests. One request seeks to rezone two properties on Arendell Street from Commercial Marina to Highway Commercial. The other requests a rezoning and sketch plan approval for a 14-unit residential development on San Juan Circle.

• Preliminary approval of 'The Morehead City Plan 2032' comprehensive plan
• Rezone 4439 and 4445 Arendell Street from CM to CH
• Rezone 4713 San Juan Circle from R20 to PD
• Sketch plan approval for South Shore Cottages (14 single-family units)
• Approval of December 15, 2022 draft minutes

The Planning Board recommended preliminary approval of The Morehead City Plan 2032 and the rezoning of two Arendell Street properties. The Board also approved a sketch plan for a 14-unit residential development at 4713 San Juan Circle, subject to several conditions regarding road access and height.

• Recommended preliminary approval of 'The Morehead City Plan 2032' (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval to rezone 4439 and 4445 Arendell Street from Commercial Marina to Highway Commercial (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of rezoning and sketch plan for 'South Shore Cottages' 14-unit development (4-2)
• Adopted December 15, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

City Council

The Town Council met in closed session to discuss the terms of an employment contract for Interim City Manager Chris Turner. The Council reviewed specific changes regarding contract length, severance, insurance, and residency requirements.

• Entered closed session to discuss employment contract negotiations (5-0)
• Returned to open session (5-0)

City Council

This is a special Town Council meeting with no substantive agenda items listed. The agenda contains only the meeting time, date, and location, indicating a procedural or administrative session.

The Town Council convened a special meeting to enter a closed session regarding employment contract negotiations. No substantive public decisions were recorded.

• Approved motion to enter Closed Session (5-0)
• Approved motion to return to Open Session (5-0)

City Council

The Morehead City Council will vote on a consent agenda including routine approvals of minutes, financial reports, and budget amendments. New business items include a subrecipient agreement with the NC Office of Recovery and Resiliency, a budget amendment for Mitchell Village Park repairs, and a potential bylaw amendment for the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.

• Consider approval of subrecipient agreement between Town and NC Office of Recovery and Resiliency
• Adopt budget ordinance amendment 2023-03 for Mitchell Village Park repairs
• Consider Parks and Recreation Advisory Board bylaw amendment
• Adopt budget ordinance amendment 2023-01 and capital project amendment 2023-02
• Accept tax overpayment refunds of $301.20 and notice of overpayments of $4,707.62

The Town Council approved $21,000 for Mitchell Village Park playground repairs and a subrecipient agreement for the Elijah’s Landing project. Council also voted to amend the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board bylaws to set specific meeting dates and times.

• Approved Subrecipient Agreement with NCORR for Elijah’s Landing Community Development Block Grant project (5-0)
• Adopted Budget Ordinance Amendment 2023-03 for $21,000 in Mitchell Village Park playground repairs (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Bylaws to set meeting dates and times (3-2)
• Adopted Budget Ordinance Amendment 2023-01 (5-0)
• Adopted Governmental Capital Project Budget Ordinance Amendment 2023-02 (5-0)
• Approved refund of Ad Valorem Tax overpayments totaling $301.20 (5-0)
• Approved December 13, 2022, Closed Session minutes (5-0)

City Council

The Morehead City Council approved several routine financial items including tax refunds, fund balance reports, and budget ordinance amendments. They also approved a subrecipient agreement with the North Carolina Office of Recovery and Resiliency for Elijah’s Landing and adopted an amendment to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board bylaws. The meeting concluded with a closed session to discuss personnel matters.

• Approved Subrecipient Agreement between the City and NC Office of Recovery and Resiliency for Elijah’s Landing
• Adopted Budget Ordinance Amendment 2023-01 and Governmental Capital Project Budget Ordinance Amendments 2023-02 and 2023-03
• Accepted notice of ad valorem tax overpayments totaling $4,707.62 and approved refunds of $301.20 for December 2022
• Adopted Parks and Recreation Advisory Board bylaws amendment, setting meeting date for 4th Monday of each month at 5:30 p.m.
• Held closed session per N.C. law to consider personnel qualifications and a complaint

City Council

This agenda is for a Town Council closed session only, with no listed agenda items. It contains only procedural boilerplate and no public decisions or discussions are specified.

The Council met in closed session to discuss personnel matters. Following a discussion regarding a declined employment offer, the Council directed Mayor Jones to offer the position to Mr. Turner.

• Entered closed session to consider personnel qualifications and grievances (5-0)
• Directed Mayor Jones to offer the position to Mr. Turner at a salary of $160,000 per year
• Returned to open session (5-0)

City Council

This is a special Town Council meeting with no listed agenda items, indicating it may be procedural or for a specific unlisted purpose. The meeting is set for Wednesday, January 4, 2023, at 8:45 a.m. at City Hall.

The Town Council met in a special closed session over two days to discuss the city manager executive search. No substantive decisions were recorded in the open session.

• Entered closed session to discuss city manager executive search (5-0)
• Returned to open session (5-0)

City Council

This agenda covers only a closed session of the Morehead City Town Council, with no public business items listed. The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday-Thursday, January 4-5, 2023, and appears to be procedural or confidential in nature.

• Closed session only; no public agenda items listed

During a two-day closed session, the Town Council interviewed six finalists for the city manager position. Following these interviews, the Council determined to make an offer to a candidate.

• Determined to make an offer to a city manager candidate