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Mount HollyNC averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $363,236 +1% yr/yr · +27.9% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2001–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
🗳️ Election results (3 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
City Council 2025-11-04
Lauren Shoemaker ✓ 1,219 · Ivory Craig, Jr. ✓ 1,209 · William T. Brooks ✓ 976 · Jarrod Facchino 965 · Bob Henricks 852 · Charles (Chuck) Williams 848
Mayor 2023-11-07
David A. Moore ✓ 1,146 · Bryan Hough 878 · Write-In (Miscellaneous) 6 · Andrew Hirata (Write-In) 1 · Broc Gantt (Write-In) 1 · Carolyn Breyare (Write-In) 1
City Council 2023-11-07
Phyllis B. Harris ✓ 1,180 · Kenneth Reeves ✓ 1,162 · Jeff Meadows ✓ 1,054 · Gloria Ann Mack 990 · Ray Nicholas 663 · Carolyn Breyare (Write-In) 277
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Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
Council to hear annexation process presentation
The Mount Holly City Council is holding a work session with a presentation on development and the annexation process, followed by a city manager report. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a closed session for legal and personnel matters. No votes on substantive items are scheduled.
- Presentation on Development and the City's Annexation Process by Greg Beal
- City Manager Report by Jonathan Blanton
- Approval of City Council Minutes - August 10, 2026
- Approval of City Council Minutes - Closed Session - August 10, 2026
- Closed Session under N.C.G.S 143-318.11(a)(3 and 5)
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City of Mount Holly
City Council
Work Session
August 24, 2026 | 6:30 PM
Municipal Complex - Council Chambers
400 East Central Avenue
Mount Holly, NC 28120
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
SET THE AGENDA
CONSENT AGENDA
1.
Approval of City Council Minutes - August 10, 2026
2.
Approval of City Council Minutes-Closed Session-August 10, 2026
PRESENTATIONS
1.
Presentation on Development and the City's Annexation Process
Greg Beal
NEW BUSINESS
1.
City Manager Report
Jonathan Blanton
CLOSED SESSION
1. Closed Session Pursuant to N.C.G.S 143-318.11(a) (3 and 5)
ADJOURN
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to consider rezoning 13 parcels for mixed-use development at 1714 N. Main
The City Council will hold public hearings on a rezoning and annexation for a 70.96-acre mixed-use site at 1714 North Main Street, and consider a FEMA grant, a water/sewer extension policy, a $1 million bond release for Sycamore Woods, and a debt issuance for South Gateway Phase 2. Other items include appointments, a cemetery fee ordinance, and a downtown park survey presentation.
- Public hearing on rezoning 13 tax parcels from R-12/County R-20 to Conditional District (B-3, L-I, R-8MF) for 1714 N. Main Street Mixed Use Site, Case R-26-4
- Public hearing on annexation petition for ~70.96 acres at Parcel #’s 177881, etc., submitted by Dean V. Tran and others
- Release of performance bond #L268931-2180 totaling $1,009,077 for Sycamore Woods subdivision
- Debt issuance for South Gateway Phase 2 from South State Bank
- Ordinance amending Section 5-9 of City Code regarding cemetery charges
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✓ Decided: Council approves 70.96-acre mixed-use rezoning at 1714 N. Main St.
The City Council approved a rezoning for the 1714 North Main Street Mixed Use Site, allowing up to 129 townhomes, 330,000 sq ft of light industrial space, and 71,000 sq ft of commercial space. The council also approved an ordinance expanding the ABC Board from three to five members and made two appointments to that board. A related annexation petition was continued to the September 14, 2026 meeting pending a completed annexation agreement. The council approved a $1,000,000 settlement payment to Mark Carver, with Mount Holly paying $20,000 of that amount.
- Approved rezoning of 13 parcels to Conditional District (B-3, L-I, R-8MF) for 1714 N. Main St. mixed-use site (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda including FEMA funds, water/sewer extension policy, and bond release (6-0)
- Approved ordinance expanding ABC Board from 3 to 5 members (6-0)
- Appointed Tyler Berg to ABC Board (5-1)
- Appointed Zach McDonald to ABC Board (6-0)
- Continued annexation petition for 70.96 acres to Sept. 14, 2026 meeting (6-0)
- Approved $1,000,000 settlement to Mark Carver, Mount Holly paying $20,000 (6-0)
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City of Mount Holly
City Council
Regular Meeting
August 10, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Municipal Complex - Council Chambers
400 East Central Avenue
Mount Holly, NC 28120
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Boy Scout Troop #59
SET THE AGENDA
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Request to Accept and Expend Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Funds
2. Resolution to establish a policy regarding the extension of water and sewer services
outside the corporate limits of the City.
3. Approval of Position Allotment
4. Appointment of TDA Chair
5. Appointment of Chester Jones to the Planning Commission
6. Call for a public hearing to amend Appendix A and Section 153.082A(10) of the
Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance and Chapter 10 of the Zoning Ordinance
to modify these Sections to update the location of future street tree placements. Case #
TA-26-7.
7. Release of the performance bond #L268931-2180 totaling $1,009,077 for Sycamore
Woods subdivision
8. Ordinance amending Section 5-9 of the City of Mount Holly Code of Laws Regarding
Cemetery Charges
9. Debt Issuance For South Gateway Phase 2 -South State Bank
10. Approval of Certification of Sufficiency of the Annexation Petition for 1714 North Main
Street
11. Approval of Minutes - July 13, 2026
12. Approval of Minutes - Closed Session - July 13, 2026
PRESENTATIONS
1. Downtown Park Survey and Timeline Presentation
Eric Smallwood
City of Mount Holly
City …
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CITY OF MOUNT HOLLY
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
MONDAY, AUGUST 10, 2026
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
7:00 PM
1 | P a g e
Draft: 8/10/2026_TD
Approved: 8/24/2026
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Moore called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm. The following were present:
Mayor David Moore
Jonathan Blanton, City Manager
Mayor Pro Tem Phyllis Harris
Brian DuPont, Assistant City Manager
Councilman Ivory Craig
Alexis Hines, Human Resources Director
Councilman Jeff Meadows
Brian Reagan, Police Chief
Councilman William Brooks
Greg Beal, Planning Director
Councilwoman Lauren Shoemaker
Ryan Baker, Fire Chief
Councilman Kenneth Reeves
Robert Stewart, Deputy Utilities Director
Marie M. Anders, City Attorney
Eric Smallwood, Parks and Recreation
Director
Tara Douglas, City Clerk
Ashley Whetstine Finance Director
Matt Black, Economic Development Director
Jason Green, Public Works Director
INVOCATION
Fire Chief Ryan Baker led the Council, Staff, and attendees in prayer.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Boy Scout Troop 59 led the Council, Staff, and attendees in the Pledge of Allegiance.
SET THE AGENDA
Mayor Moore proposed a change to the agenda adding a Flock Camera Security presentation as
item number two under Presentations. Mayor Moore entertained a motion to set the agenda with
the suggested amendments.
Motion: Councilman Brooks made a motion to approve the agenda with the suggested changes.
Councilman Meadows seconded the motion.
All Council members present and voting, voted …
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Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 14:00
Tourism Development Authority
TDA to discuss first-quarter budget, drone show, and bylaws
The Mount Holly Tourism Development Authority will consider a drone show proposal for September 11 and review its first-quarter budget covering the strategic plan, Lamar advertising, Mount Holly Nights concert series, drone show, annual lantern parade, and additional support costs. The board will also discuss officer selection, the 2026-2027 meeting calendar, and approve its bylaws.
- Drone Show Proposal for September 11
- Review and approval of TDA Bylaws
- Discussion of TDA Officers
- Presentation of the Strategic Planning Process
- TDA Qrt One Budget covering Strategic Plan, Lamar, Mount Holly Nights, Drone Show, Annual Lantern Parade, and additional support costs
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400 E. Central Avenue, Mount Holly
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City of Mount Holly
Tourism Development Authority
Tourism Development Authority Meeting
July 15, 2026 | 2:00 PM
Municipal Complex - Training Room
400 East Central Avenue
Mount Holly, NC 28120
CALL TO ORDER
SET THE AGENDA
NEW BUSINESS
1. TDA Introduction
Eric Smallwood
2. Discussion of TDA Officers
Brian DuPont
3. Discussion of 2026 & 2027 Meeting Calendar
Brian DuPont
4. Review and Approval of TDA Bylaws
Brian DuPont
5. Presentation of the Strategic Planning Process
Eric Smallwood
6. Drone Show Proposal - September 11
Chloe Clary
7. TDA Qrt One Budget - Strategic Plan, Lamar, Mount Holly Nights summer concert
series, Drone Show, Annual Lantern Parade and additional support cost.
Ashley Whetstine
ADJOURN
City of Mount Holly
Tourism Development Authority
Tourism Development Authority Meeting
July 15, 2026 | 2:00 PM
Municipal Complex - Training Room
400 East Central Avenue
Mount Holly, NC 28120
CALL TO ORDER
SET THE AGENDA
NEW BUSINESS
1. TDA Introduction
Eric Smallwood
2. Discussion of TDA Officers
Brian DuPont
3. Discussion of 2026 & 2027 Meeting Calendar
Brian DuPont
4. Review and Approval of TDA Bylaws
Brian DuPont
5. Presentation of the Strategic Planning Process
Eric Smallwood
6. Drone Show Proposal - September 11
Chloe Clary
7. TDA Qrt One Budget - Strategic Plan, Lamar, Mount Holly Nights summer concert
series, Drone Show, Annual Lantern Parade …
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Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to consider annexation and rezoning for 70.96-acre mixed-use development on North Main Street
The City Council will hold public hearings on several zoning and ordinance changes, including rezoning parcels off North Main Street for a mixed-use development (B-3, L-I, R-8MF) and updating fence height limits in industrial districts. The consent agenda includes a call for a public hearing on annexation of the same 70.96-acre tract, reappointment of an ABC Board member, and a grant application for recreational trails. A presentation from Olde Mecklenburg Brewery is scheduled, and the council will go into closed session for personnel and legal matters.
- Annexation petition and rezoning for 70.96 acres at 1714 North Main Street (Parcels #177876 etc.) from R-12/County R-20 to Conditional District B-3, L-I, R-8MF (Case R-26-4)
- Public hearing to rezone Parcel #123202 from R-8MF to R-8SF (Case R-26-3)
- Update to fence height limits in LI and HI zoning districts (Case TA-26-6)
- Development of standards for private streets in Subdivision Ordinance (Case TA-26-4)
- Requirement of fencing for best management practices (BMPs) in Subdivision Ordinance (Case TA-26-5)
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✓ Decided: Council approves rezoning, fence height, private street, and stormwater pond rules
The Mount Holly City Council approved four zoning and ordinance changes, all by 6-0 votes. These included rezoning a parcel at 400 N. Main Street from R-8MF to R-8SF, increasing maximum fence heights in LI & HI districts, adding standards for private streets, and requiring fencing around stormwater detention ponds. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included calling public hearings for a 70.96-acre annexation and rezoning request, and heard a presentation from Olde Mecklenburg Brewery about its Fall 2026 opening.
- Approved rezoning of Parcel #123202 at 400 N. Main Street from R-8MF to R-8SF (6-0)
- Approved update to Zoning Ordinance Sections 5.11-C-3-h & 5.12-C-3-h increasing max fence heights in LI & HI districts (6-0)
- Approved update to Subdivision Ordinance Section 153.049 establishing standards for private streets (6-0)
- Approved update to Subdivision Ordinance Section 153.085 requiring fencing for stormwater BMPs (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda including calls for public hearings on annexation and rezoning of 70.96-acre tract (6-0)
- Council consensus to allow staff to recommend release of Olde Mecklenburg Brewery performance bond at appropriate time
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City of Mount Holly
City Council
Regular Meeting
July 13, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Municipal Complex - Council Chambers
400 East Central Avenue
Mount Holly, NC 28120
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Boy Scout Troop #59
SET THE AGENDA
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Call for a public hearing to consider a petition for annexation, submitted by Abernathy
Construction, for an approximately 70.96 acre tract of land, located at Parcel #’s 177876,
177881, 177882, 177886, 177889, 177890, 203426, 203427, 208874, 177891, 214300,
312234, & 178009.
2. Call for a public hearing to consider a rezoning of Tax Parcel #’s 177876, 177881,
177882, 177886, 177889, 177890, 203426, 203427, 208874, 177891, 214300, 312234,
& 178009 from City R-12 and County R-20 to City Conditional District (B-3, L-I, and R-
8MF) for the 1714 North Main Street Mixed Use Site, Case R-26-4.
3. Approval of reappointment of Janice McRorie to the ABC Board.
4. Request to apply for the NC Recreational Trails Program Grant
5. Proclamation for Parks and Recreation Month
6. Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes — June 22, 2026
7. Approval of Minutes - Closed Session - June 22, 2026
PRESENTATIONS
1. Presentation by Olde Mecklenburg Brewery
Jim Birch
PUBLIC HEARING
1. Public hearing to consider rezoning Parcel # 123202 from R-8MF to R-8SF. Case # R-
26-3.
Brandon Livingston
2. Public hearing to consider an update to Sections 5.11-C-3-h & 5.12-C-3-h of the Zoning …
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CITY OF MOUNT HOLLY
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
MONDAY, JULY 13, 2026
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
7:00 PM
1 | P a g e
Draft: 7/13/2026_TD
Approved: 8/10/2026
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Moore called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm. The following were present:
Mayor David Moore
Jonathan Blanton, City Manager
Mayor Pro Tem Phyllis Harris
Brian DuPont, Assistant City Manager
Councilman Ivory Craig
Alexis Hines, Human Resources Director
Councilman Jeff Meadows
Brian Reagan, Police Chief
Councilman William Brooks
Greg Beal, Planning Director
Councilwoman Lauren Shoemaker
Ryan Baker, Fire Chief
Councilman Kenneth Reeves
Robert Stewart, Deputy Utilities Director
Marie M. Anders, City Attorney
Eric Smallwood, Parks and Recreation
Director
Tara Douglas, City Clerk
Ashley Whetstine Finance Director
Matt Black, Economic Development Director
Jason Green, Public Works Director
INVOCATION
Councilman Brooks led the Council, Staff, and attendees in prayer.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Boy Scout Troop 59 led the Council, Staff, and attendees in the Pledge of Allegiance.
SET THE AGENDA
Mayor Moore entertained a motion to set the agenda as presented.
Motion: Councilwoman Shoemaker made a motion to approve the agenda as presented.
Councilman Brooks seconded the motion.
All Council members present and voting, voted in favor 6-0. (Motion Carried)
CITY OF MOUNT HOLLY
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
MONDAY, JULY 13, 2026
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
7:00 PM
2 | P a g e
Draft: 7/1 …
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Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
Mount Holly City Council to consider budget amendments and paving project
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss various budget amendments, including grant funds and end-of-year appropriations. The body is also reviewing a contract award and a capital project for road paving.
- Capital Project Ordinance for Hawthorne & W. Central Ave. Paving Project
- Contract award to Blythe Construction, LLC
- Budget amendments for NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources and Enbridge Fueling Futures grants
- Appointments to the Mount Holly Tourism Development Authority
- Discussion of Downtown Park
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✓ Decided: Council approves financing steps for Kemp A. Michael Way Phase 2
The Council approved two resolutions to move forward with Phase 2 of the Kemp A. Michael Way project, which will complete the road, a bridge over Colonial Pipeline, and a greenway. The Council also gave consensus to proceed with the Downtown Park plan, including select timbering and trail development. A $302,580 FEMA grant for riverfront stabilization was announced, and staff was directed to investigate fencing at the Ida Rankin wetland.
- Approved the agenda and consent agenda as presented (6-0).
- Approved a resolution for reimbursement and a resolution to authorize filing an application with the Local Government Commission for Kemp A. Michael Way Phase 2 (6-0).
- Gave consensus to proceed with the Downtown Park plan, including select timbering west of the stream (costing approximately $40,000) and developing a strategy for public input.
- Approved a motion to enter closed session (6-0).
- Approved a motion to exit closed session (6-0).
- Approved a motion to amend the agenda to discuss fencing at Ida Rankin (6-0).
- Approved a motion to direct staff to investigate implementing fencing around the wetland BMP at Ida Rankin (6-0).
- Approved a motion to adjourn the meeting (6-0).
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City of Mount Holly
City Council
Work Session
June 22, 2026 | 6:30 PM
Municipal Complex - Council Chambers
400 East Central Avenue
Mount Holly, NC 28120
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
SET THE AGENDA
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Appointments to the Mount Holly Tourism Development Authority
2. Budget Amendment for revenues not budgeted in FY26
3. Approval of End of Year Fund Balance Appropriation
4. Approval of Capital Reserve Transfer-Fund 61
5. Consideration and adoption of a budget amendment to recognize and appropriate grant
funds received from the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.
6. Award Contract to Blythe Construction, LLC
7. Consideration and adoption of a budget amendment to recognize and appropriate grant
funds received from Enbridge Fueling Futures grant
8. Capital Project Ordinance for Hawthorne & W. Central Ave. Paving Project.
9. Letter of Intent to Apply for Community Foundation Grant
10. Approve Two Replacement Pieces Associated with the Creative Spaces Initiative
11. Approval of Minutes -June 8, 2026
12. Approval of Minutes - Closed Session - June 8, 2026
PRESENTATIONS
1. Presentation on Kemp A. Michael Way
Brian DuPont
OLD BUSINESS
1. Discussion of Downtown Park
Brian DuPont
NEW BUSINESS
1. City Manager Report
Jonathan Blanton
City of Mount Holly
City Council
Work Session
June 22, 2026 | 6:30 PM
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CITY OF MOUNT HOLLY
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2026
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
6:30 PM
1 | P a g e
Draft: 6/22/2026_TD
Approved: 7/13/2026
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Moore called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm. The following were present:
Mayor David Moore Jonathan Blanton, City Manager
Mayor Pro Tem Phyllis Harris Brian DuPont, Assistant City Manager
Councilman Ivory Craig Alexis Hines, Human Resources Director
Councilman Jeff Meadows Brian Reagan, Police Chief
Councilman William Brooks Greg Beal, Planning Director
Councilwoman Lauren Shoemaker Ryan Baker, Fire Chief
Councilman Kenneth Reeves Robert Stewart, Deputy Utilities Director
Marie M. Anders, City Attorney Eric Smallwood, Parks and Recreation
Director
Ashley Whetstine, Finance Director
Tara Douglas, City Clerk Matt Black, Economic Development Director
Jason Green, Public Works Director
INVOCATION
Mayor Moore led the Council, Staff, and attendees in prayer.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilman Meadows led the Council, Staff, and attendees in the Pledge of Allegiance.
SET THE AGENDA
Mayor Moore entertained a motion to approve the agenda as presented.
Motion: Councilman Brooks made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Councilman
Meadows seconded the motion.
All Council members present and voting, voted in favor 6-0. (Motion Carried)
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Appointments to the Mount Holly Tourism Development Authority
2. Budget Amendment for revenues not budgeted in FY26
3. Approva …
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Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to hold public hearing on proposed FY 2026/2027 budget
The City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2026/2027 Budget and Fee Schedule. The council will also consider rezoning Parcel #184436 from R-12 to B-3, and call for public hearings on zoning text amendments concerning private streets, fencing for BMPs, and fence heights in industrial districts. The consent agenda includes proclamations and amendments to capital project ordinances for the Waste Water Treatment Plant decommissioning, South Gateway Road project, and 911 Communication Center upgrade.
- Public hearing on proposed FY 2026/2027 budget and fee schedule
- Rezoning of Parcel #184436 from R-12 (Single Family) to B-3 (General Business), Case R-26-2
- Amendment to Capital Project Ordinance for Waste Water Treatment Plant Decommissioning
- Call for public hearing on private streets standards (TA-26-4)
- Call for public hearing on updating maximum fence height in LI & HI zoning districts (TA-26-6)
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✓ Decided: Council approves $47.7M FY2026-27 budget and fee schedule
The City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget and fee schedule, balanced at $47.7 million, after a public hearing with no speakers. The Council also approved a rezoning of 303 Ferstl Avenue from R-12 to B-3 for a medical office or related use. A motion to direct staff to prepare a downtown redevelopment public engagement plan was tabled. The Council directed staff to finalize a resolution opposing Senate Bill 1047 and share it with the local delegation.
- Approved FY2026-27 budget and fee schedule at $47.7M (6-0)
- Approved rezoning of 303 Ferstl Avenue from R-12 to B-3 (6-0)
- Tabled motion to prepare downtown redevelopment public engagement plan (6-0)
- Directed staff to finalize and share resolution opposing Senate Bill 1047 (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda including capital project ordinance amendments and public hearing calls (6-0)
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City of Mount Holly
City Council
Regular Meeting
June 8, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Municipal Complex - Council Chambers
400 East Central Avenue
Mount Holly, NC 28120
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION: Gavin Cerilli from Erskine College
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Boy Scout Troop #59
SET THE AGENDA
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Proclamation for Aphasia Awareness Month
2. Amendment to Capital Project Ordinance for the Waste Water Treatment Plant
Decommissioning.
3. Amendment to Capital Project Ordinance for South Gateway Road Project
4. Amendment to Capital Project Ordinance for 911 Communication Center Upgrade
5. Call for a public hearing to consider an update to Section 153.049 of the Subdivision
Land Development Ordinance to develop standards for private streets. Case # TA-26-4.
6. Call for a public hearing to consider an update to Section 153.085 of the Subdivision
Land Development Ordinance to require fencing for BMPs. Case # TA-26-5.
7. Call for a public hearing to consider an update to Sections 5.11-C-3-h & 5-12-C-3-h of
the Zoning Ordinance to update the maximum height of fences in the LI & HI zoning
districts. Case # TA-26-6.
8. Call for a public hearing to consider rezoning Parcel # 123202 from R-8-MF to R-8-
SF. Case # R-26-3.
9. Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes - May 18, 2026
PRESENTATIONS
1. Proclamation Honoring Will Crist for His Service to the Planning Commission
Mayor Moore
2. Proclamation for Bonnie Beatty celebrating her 1 …
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CITY OF MOUNT HOLLY
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
MONDAY, JUNE 8, 2026
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
7:00 PM
1 | P a g e
Draft: 6/8/2026_TD
Approved: 6/22/2026
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Moore called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm. The following were present:
Mayor David Moore
Jonathan Blanton, City Manager
Mayor Pro Tem Phyllis Harris
Brian DuPont, Assistant City Manager
Councilman Ivory Craig
Alexis Hines, Human Resources Director
Councilman Jeff Meadows
Brian Reagan, Police Chief
Councilman William Brooks
Greg Beal, Planning Director
Councilwoman Lauren Shoemaker
Ryan Baker, Fire Chief
Councilman Kenneth Reeves
Robert Stewart, Deputy Utilities Director
Marie M. Anders, City Attorney
Eric Smallwood, Parks and Recreation
Director
Tara Douglas, City Clerk
Ashley Whetstine Finance Director
Matt Black, Economic Development Director
Jason Green, Public Works Director
INVOCATION
Gavin Cerilli led the Council, Staff, and attendees in prayer.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Boy Scout Troop 59 led the Council, Staff, and attendees in the Pledge of Allegiance.
SET THE AGENDA
Mayor Moore entertained a motion to set the agenda as presented.
Motion: Councilwoman Shoemaker made a motion to approve the agenda as presented.
Councilman Brooks seconded the motion.
All Council members present and voting, voted in favor 6-0. (Motion Carried)
CITY OF MOUNT HOLLY
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
MONDAY, JUNE 8, 2026
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
7:00 PM
2 | P a g e
Draft: 6/8/2026_T …
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Mon May 18, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
Council to discuss FY2026-2027 budget, fee schedule, and 33-acre annexation
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the proposed 2026/2027 budget and fee schedule, review the Tuck Park Mural Project, and consider a petition to annex a 33.2105-acre tract. The consent agenda includes approval of a contract with GarlandBurbs for FY2026-2027 and previous meeting minutes. No dollar amounts are specified in the agenda.
- Approval of contract with GarlandBurbs for FY2026-2027 (no dollar amount listed)
- Review and approval of the Tuck Park Mural Project
- Discussion of proposed 2026/2027 Budget and Fee Schedule
- Annexation petition by Alissa Grice and SJS of NC LLC for 33.2105 acres (parcels 177847, 177844, 177594, 177846, 218371)
- City Manager report
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✓ Decided: Council approves 33-acre annexation for Holly Heights development
The Mount Holly City Council approved a voluntary annexation petition for a 33.2105-acre tract owned by Alissa Grice and SJS of NC LLC, located at Parcels 177847, 177844, 177594, 177846, and 218371. The vote was 6-0. The council also approved the Tuckaseege Park mural project and discussed the proposed FY 2026-2027 budget, which will be subject to a public hearing on June 8, 2026.
- Approved annexation petition for 33.2105-acre tract (6-0)
- Approved Tuckaseege Park mural project (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda including GarlandBurks contract and May 11 minutes (6-0)
- Approved meeting agenda as presented (6-0)
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City of Mount Holly
City Council
Work Session
May 18, 2026 | 6:30 PM
Municipal Complex - Council Chambers
400 East Central Avenue
Mount Holly, NC 28120
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
SET THE AGENDA
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Consideration and approval of Contract for GarlandBurks for FY 2026-2027
2. Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes - May 11, 2026
PRESENTATIONS
1. Review and Consider Approval of the Tuck Park Mural Project
Paul Lowe
2. Discussion of the Proposed 2026/2027 Budget and Fee Schedule
Jonathan Blanton, Ashley Whetstine
OLD BUSINESS
1. Consideration of a petition for annexation, submitted by Alissa Grice and SJS of NC LLC,
for a 33.2105-acre tract of land, located at Parcel #’s 177847, 177844, 177594, 177846,
and 218371
Marie Anders
NEW BUSINESS
1. City Manager Report
Jonathan Blanton
ADJOURN
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CITY OF MOUNT HOLLY
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
MONDAY, MAY 18, 2026
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
6:30 PM
1 | P a g e
Draft: 5/18/2026_TD
Approved: 6/8/2026
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Moore called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm. The following were present:
Mayor David Moore
Jonathan Blanton, City Manager
Mayor Pro Tem Phyllis Harris
Brian DuPont, Assistant City Manager
Councilman Ivory Craig
Alexis Hines, Human Resources Director
Councilman Jeff Meadows
Brian Reagan, Police Chief
Councilman William Brooks
Greg Beal, Planning Director
Councilwoman Lauren Shoemaker
Ryan Baker, Fire Chief
Councilman Kenneth Reeves
Robert Stewart, Deputy Utilities Director
Marie M. Anders, City Attorney-*ABSENT
Eric Smallwood, Parks and Recreation
Director
Ashley Whetstine, Finance Director
Tara Douglas, City Clerk
Matt Black, Economic Development Director
Jason Green, Public Works Director
INVOCATION
Fire Chief Ryan Baker led the Council, Staff, and attendees in prayer.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Pro Tem Harris led the Council, Staff, and attendees in the Pledge of Allegiance.
SET THE AGENDA
Mayor Moore entertained a motion to approve the agenda as presented.
Motion: Councilman Reeves made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Councilman
Meadows seconded the motion.
All Council members present and voting, voted in favor 6-0. (Motion Carried)
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Consideration and approval of Contract for GarlandBurks for FY 2026-2027
2. Approval of City Counc …
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Mon May 11, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to consider Holly Heights townhome rezoning and annexation
The council will hold public hearings on the 2026-2027 proposed budget and fee schedule, a rezoning to B-3, and amendments to zoning and subdivision ordinances regarding dumpster setbacks and open space. In old business, the council will consider a rezoning for the Holly Heights Townhome Development (Conditional District Multifamily) and a related 34.35-acre annexation petition. Consent items include enforcing water restriction violation fees, reappointing Russell Hunt to the Planning Commission, and a proclamation for National Public Works Week. The meeting also includes a closed session under state law.
- Public hearing on 2026-2027 proposed fiscal year budget and fee schedule (set for June 8)
- Public hearing on rezoning of Parcel #184436 from R-12 to B-3 (Case R-26-2)
- Consideration of rezoning for Holly Heights Townhome Development (parcels 177847 etc.) to CD-MF (Case R-26-1)
- Consideration of annexation petition for 34.35-acre tract (same parcels as rezoning)
- Public hearing on amendment to Chapter 3 Section 3.21A of zoning ordinance for dumpster setback requirements (TA-26-1)
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✓ Decided: Council approves Holly Heights rezoning for multifamily townhomes (5-1)
The Mount Holly City Council approved a rezoning of five tax parcels from R-1 (Gaston County) and R-12 (City) to City CD-MF (Conditional District Multifamily) for the Holly Heights Townhome Development, with Councilman Craig casting the sole dissenting vote. The council also approved two zoning ordinance amendments (dumpster setbacks and open space regulations), a fire department vehicle purchase/lease option with Enterprise Fleet Management, and the consent agenda. A proposed annexation for the same parcels was postponed to the May 18 work session pending completion of documents.
- Approved rezoning for Holly Heights Townhome Development, Case R-26-1 (5-1)
- Approved dumpster setback amendment to Zoning Ordinance Chapter 3 Section 3.21A, Case TA-26-1 (6-0)
- Approved open space regulations amendment to Subdivision Ordinance Section 153.056, Case TA-26-3 (6-0)
- Approved Fire Department purchase/lease option with Enterprise Fleet Management (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda including Arbor Day proclamation, lead/copper budget amendment, school property letter of intent, property tax resolution, and April 27 minutes (6-0)
- Postponed annexation petition for Holly Heights parcels to May 18 work session
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City of Mount Holly
City Council
Regular Meeting
May 11, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Municipal Complex - Council Chambers
400 East Central Avenue
Mount Holly, NC 28120
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION: Reverend Jeff Nichols, Message of Love Church
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Boy Scout Troop #59
SET THE AGENDA
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Call for a Public Hearing on the 2026-2027 Proposed Fiscal Year Budget and Fee
Schedule for the June 8, 2026, Council Meeting
2. Call for a public hearing to consider a rezoning of Tax Parcel #184436 from R-12 (Single
Family) to B-3 (General Business), Case R-26-2.
3. Approval to enforce the Water Restriction Violation Fees under the Mount Holly Water
Restriction Response Plan.
4. Reappoint Russell Hunt to serve an additional three-year term on the Planning
Commission expiring on May 11, 2029
5. Proclamation for National Public Works Week
6. Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes- April 27, 2026
PRESENTATIONS
1. MHFD Vehicle Purchase/Leasing Option
Craig Spry
PUBLIC HEARING
1. Public hearing to consider an amendment to Chapter 3 Section 3.21A, of the Zoning
Ordinance to update the setback requirements for dumpsters. Case # TA-26-1.
Brandon Livingston
2. Public hearing to consider an amendment to Section 153.056 to the Subdivision and
Land Development Ordinance to make updates to the regulations relating to open space,
and the provision of open space in the City. Case # TA-26-3.
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CITY OF MOUNT HOLLY
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
7:00 PM
1 | P a g e
Draft: 5/11/2026_TD
Approved: 5/18/2026
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Moore called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm. The following were present:
Mayor David Moore
Jonathan Blanton, City Manager
Mayor Pro Tem Phyllis Harris
Brian DuPont, Assistant City Manager
Councilman Ivory Craig
Alexis Hines, Human Resources Director
Councilman Jeff Meadows
Brian Reagan, Police Chief
Councilman William Brooks
Greg Beal, Planning Director
Councilwoman Lauren Shoemaker
Ryan Baker, Fire Chief
Councilman Kenneth Reeves
Robert Stewart, Deputy Utilities Director
Marie M. Anders, City Attorney
Eric Smallwood, Parks and Recreation
Director
Tara Douglas, City Clerk
Ashley Whetstine Finance Director
Matt Black, Economic Development Director
Jason Green, Public Works Director
INVOCATION
Reverend Jeff Nichols from Message of Love Church led the Council, Staff, and attendees in
prayer.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Boy Scout Troop 59 led the Council, Staff, and attendees in the Pledge of Allegiance.
SET THE AGENDA
Mayor Moore stated that closed session would be removed from the agenda.
Mayor Moore entertained a motion to set the agenda as amended.
Motion: Councilman Brooks made a motion to approve the agenda as amended. Councilwoman
Shoemaker seconded the motion.
All Council members present and voting, voted in favor 6-0. (Motion Carried)
CITY OF MOUNT HOLLY
CITY …
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Mon Apr 27, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
Council to consider land purchase and zoning changes at work session
The Mount Holly City Council will hold a work session to discuss several consent agenda items, including a one-acre land purchase for a future pump station and proposed zoning amendments for dumpster setbacks and open space regulations. The council will also receive updates on selling cemetery plots and requests from the Historical Society and Community Development Foundation. A closed session is scheduled for legal and personnel matters.
- Approval of a one-acre parcel land purchase from Caromont for the future Pump Station site (Consent Agenda Item 8)
- Call for public hearing on zoning amendment to update dumpster setback requirements (Case TA-26-1, Consent Agenda Item 3)
- Call for public hearing on subdivision ordinance amendment for open space regulations (Case TA-26-3, Consent Agenda Item 4)
- Approval of Municipal Legal Services Contract with Stott, Hollowell, Windham & Stancil, PLLC (Consent Agenda Item 5)
- Update on evaluation of selling plots at Pineview Cemetery (Old Business Item 1)
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✓ Decided: Council approves consent agenda including land purchase and legal services contract
The Mount Holly City Council approved the consent agenda as presented, which included a one-acre land purchase from Caromont for a future pump station, a legal services contract with Stott, Hollowell, Windham & Stancil, PLLC, and proclamations for Municipal Clerks Week and National Police Week. The council also discussed but took no action on selling plots at Pineview Cemetery, a museum sign relocation and security request, and an art railing installation in the Grand Hall.
- Approved consent agenda as presented (6-0)
- Approved one-acre land purchase from Caromont for future Pump Station site (consent agenda)
- Approved Municipal Legal Services Contract with Stott, Hollowell, Windham & Stancil, PLLC (consent agenda)
- Approved resolution of support for IMD Multimodal Planning Program grant application (consent agenda)
- Approved proclamations for Municipal Clerks Week and National Police Week (consent agenda)
- Approved City Council and Closed Session minutes from April 13, 2026 (consent agenda)
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City of Mount Holly
City Council
Work Session
April 27, 2026 | 6:30 PM
Municipal Complex - Council Chambers
400 East Central Avenue
Mount Holly, NC 28120
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
SET THE AGENDA
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Proclamation recognizing City Clerk Tara Douglas and Deputy City Clerk Shelly Stewart
for Municipal Clerks Week.
2. Proclamation for National Police Week
3. Call for a public hearing to consider an amendment to Chapter 3 Section 3.21A of the
Zoning Ordinance to update the setback requirements for dumpsters. Case # TA-26-1.
4. Call for a public hearing to consider an amendment to Section 153.056 to the Subdivision
and Land Development Ordinance to make updates to the regulations relating to open
space, and the provision of open space in the City. Case # TA-26-3.
5. Approval of Municipal Legal Services Contract with Stott, Hollowell, Windham & Stancil,
PLLC
6. Approval of a resolution of support for the City’s application to the IMD Multimodal
Planning Program grant program
7. Approve a Replacement Piece Associated with the Creative Spaces Initiative
8. Approval of the one-acre parcel land purchase from Caromont, for the future Pump
Station site.
9. Letter of Intent to utilize Contemporary Benefits Advisor as Insurance Broker
10. Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes - April 13, 2026
11. Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes — Closed Session - April 13, 2026
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CITY OF MOUNT HOLLY
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
MONDAY, APRIL 27, 2026
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
6:30 PM
1 | P a g e
Draft: 4/27/2026_TD
Approved: 5/11/2026
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Moore called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm. The following were present:
Mayor David Moore Jonathan Blanton, City Manager
Mayor Pro Tem Phyllis Harris Brian DuPont, Assistant City Manager
Councilman Ivory Craig Alexis Hines, Human Resources Director
Councilman Jeff Meadows Brian Reagan, Police Chief
Councilman William Brooks Greg Beal, Planning Director
Councilwoman Lauren Shoemaker Ryan Baker, Fire Chief
Councilman Kenneth Reeves Robert Stewart, Deputy Utilities Director
Marie M. Anders, City Attorney Eric Smallwood, Parks and Recreation
Director
Ashley Whetstine, Finance Director
Tara Douglas, City Clerk Matt Black, Economic Development Director
Jason Green, Public Works Director
INVOCATION
Councilman Reeves led the Council, Staff, and attendees in prayer.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilwoman Shoemaker led the Council, Staff, and attendees in the Pledge of Allegiance.
SET THE AGENDA
Mayor Moore stated that Closed Session will be removed from the agenda. Mayor Moore
entertained a motion to set the agenda as amended. Councilman Meadows requested that Consent
Agenda item #1 be moved to #1 under New Business.
Motion: Councilwoman Shoemaker made a motion to approve the agenda as amended. Mayor
Pro Tem Harris seconded the motion.
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $3.8M | SIB GENERAL CONTRACTORS LLC Department of Health and Human Services · GROUNDS MAINTENANCE SERVICES FOR NIH AT RTP NC |
| $1.1M | SIB GENERAL CONTRACTORS LLC Department of Defense · JANITORIAL SERVICES: 2X WEEKLY (2W) |
| $90,930 | AMERICAN & EFIRD LLC Department of Justice · THREAD FOR VARIOUS UNICOR PLANTS. |
| $89,048 | AMERICAN & EFIRD LLC Department of Justice · THREAD FOR VARIOUS UNICOR PLANTS. |
| $83,606 | AMERICAN & EFIRD LLC Department of Justice · THREAD FOR VARIOUS UNICOR PLANTS. |
| $80,317 | AMERICAN & EFIRD LLC Department of Justice · BERRY AMENDMENT THREAD FOR DLA CONTRACT WITH FPI. |
| $71,665 | AMERICAN & EFIRD LLC Department of Justice · THREAD NEEDED FOR OUR EDGEFIELD UNICOR |
| $59,904 | AMERICAN & EFIRD LLC Department of Justice · BERRY AMENDMENT THREAD FOR DLA CONTRACT WITH FPI. |
| $59,760 | AMERICAN & EFIRD LLC Department of Justice · BERRY AMENDMENT THREAD FOR DLA CONTRACT WITH FPI. |
| $57,752 | AMERICAN & EFIRD LLC Department of Justice · BERRY AMENDMENT THREAD FOR DLA CONTRACT WITH FPI. |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Gaston County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities1 (2024)
Business establishments4,594 (72,268 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,824/mo (77 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy22.9% (low numeracy 35% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
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Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Where it’s happening
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