Pender County public meetings in 2022

Board of Adjustment

The Pender County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on VAR 2022-12, an appeal challenging the completeness of a Special Use Permit application for a community boating facility at 120 Hugh Edens Lane. The board will also select officers, adopt the 2023 meeting calendar, and approve the November 16, 2022 minutes.

• Public hearing on VAR 2022-12, an appeal of an administrative decision regarding Special Use Permit SUP 2022-36 for a community boating facility
• Nomination and selection of Chairman and Vice-Chairman
• Adoption of 2023 meeting calendar
• Approval of November 16, 2022 meeting minutes
• Assignment of County Attorney Trey Thurman as moderator

The Board of Adjustment unanimously voted to continue a variance request from Pope Properties on 17, LLC until February 2023. The applicant is seeking relief from the 2-to-1 tree mitigation requirement for a proposed convenience store and gas station. The Board requested more information on which existing trees can be preserved across four tracts of land.

• Approved 2023 meeting calendar with December 20 meeting moved to December 13 (Unanimous)
• Adopted November 16, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Elected Max Kipfer as Chairman (Unanimous)
• Elected Kyle Breuer as Vice-Chairman (Unanimous)
• Continued Variance Case 2022-12 (Pope Properties on 17, LLC) to February 15, 2023 (Unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to nominate and select a Chairman and Vice-Chairman. The board will also vote on the 2023 meeting calendar and approve minutes from two previous November meetings.

• Nomination and selection of Chairman and Vice-Chairman
• Adoption of Pender County Planning Board 2023 Meeting Calendar
• Approval of November 1, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approval of November 15, 2022 meeting minutes

The Board voted to develop recommendations and a resolution for the Board of Commissioners to prioritize updating the Unified Development Ordinance and Future Land Use Plan. The Board also elected its leadership and approved the 2023 meeting calendar.

• Elected Delva Jordan as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Damien Buchanan as Vice-Chairman (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 meeting calendar with July 11 and Nov 14 as adjusted dates (6-0-0-1)
• Approved motion to develop recommendations and a resolution for the Board of Commissioners regarding the Future Land Use Plan and Unified Development Ordinance within 30 days (6-0-0-1)
• Approved November 1 and November 15, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0-0-1)
• Approved motion to enter closed session with County Attorney (6-0-0-1)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board is conducting a reorganization including the oath of office for new members and the selection of a Chairman and Vice-Chairman. The body will also consider several contracts, budget amendments, and zoning map amendments.

• Contract with Highfill Infrastructure Engineering for Batson Road Water Extension Design Services for $45,900
• Purchase Order to Bobbitt Construction Inc for Site Design and Pre-Construction Services for $38,146
• Budget Amendment for Department of Social Services SNAP ARPA Funding: $15,635.33
• Sale of surplus property at 2907 Englishtown Road, Willard
• Public hearings for REZONE 2022-38, REZONE 2022-37, and Zoning Text Amendment ZTA 2022-17

The Board reorganized its leadership, electing Jacqueline A. Newton as Chairman and Wendy Hardee as Vice-Chair. The Board also approved several infrastructure contracts and zoning amendments, including a $221,015 courthouse HVAC project.

• Elected Jacqueline A. Newton as Chairman (5-0-0-0)
• Elected Wendy Hardee as Vice-Chair (5-0-0-0)
• Approved $221,015 contract with Newcombe and Company for courthouse cooling tower and HVAC (5-0-0-0)
• Approved $67,000 sale of surplus property at 2907 Englishtown Road to Linda Walker (5-0-0-0)
• Approved contract with Zulu Marine Services, Inc. for StRAP program clearing and snagging work (5-0-0-0)
• Approved interlocal agreement with New Hanover County for Scotts Hill Medical Center zoning (5-0-0-0)
• Approved rezoning of 70.66 acres in Rocky Point Township to General Business and General Industrial (4-1-0-0)
• Approved Zoning Text Amendment to modify 'Other Electric Power Generation' requirements (5-0-0-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to address administrative approvals and resolutions. The primary item for consideration is the approval of the Sheriff bond.

• Sheriff Bond Approval

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the purchase of an office building at 301 S. McNeil Street and review several zoning map amendments. The body is also deciding on various contracts for infrastructure and public safety equipment.

• Purchase of office building for Public Defender's Office at 301 S. McNeil Street, Burgaw
• Purchase order for 5 Chevrolet Tahoes from Capital Chevrolet of Wake Forest for $263,342.92
• Change Order #1 for Scotts Hill Elevated Tank and Wells Project resulting in a cost decrease of $293,736.65
• Purchase order of $50,000 to McGill for sludge removal at the PCP WWTP
• Public hearings for three rezoning requests (REZONE 2022-34, 2022-35, and 2022-36) and a road name resolution for Serenity Lane

The Board approved the $245,000 purchase of an office building at 301 S. McNeil Street in Burgaw. Other key actions included approving several rezoning requests and a grant-funded resiliency analysis for NC HWY 210.

• Approved $245,000 purchase of 301 S. McNeil Street for Public Defender's Office (4-0)
• Approved $200,000 grant-funded contract to WSP for NC HWY 210 Resiliency Analysis (4-0)
• Approved $263,342.92 purchase of 5 Chevrolet Tahoes for Sheriff's Office (3-1)
• Approved ABC Board profit distribution withholdings for warehouse construction (3-1)
• Approved space needs study for the courthouse (4-0)
• Approved Rezone 2022-34 from General Business to Residential Performance (4-0)
• Approved Rezone 2022-35 from Residential Performance to General Business (4-0)
• Approved Rezone 2022-36 from Planned Development/Residential Performance to General Business (4-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider Appeal 2022-09 and hold a discussion regarding the board order for the Wyndwater Appeal Case 2022-8. The meeting also includes the adoption of minutes from the September 21, 2022, meeting.

• Appeal 2022-09
• Wyndwater Appeal Case 2022-8 Board Order discussion

The Board of Adjustment affirmed the Planning Director's decision that a Special Use Permit application for a community boating facility at 120 Hugh Edens Lane was complete. The decision allows the application to proceed to the Board of County Commissioners despite objections from the property owners regarding the applicant's status as an easement holder.

• Affirmed Planning Director's determination that Special Use Permit Application 2022-36 was complete (Unanimous)
• Adopted agenda (Unanimous)
• Adopted September 21, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will receive an update on the Novant Health Pender Medical Center. The body is also deciding on several purchase orders for public safety equipment and grants for local park projects.

• Purchase order for Central Square (Zuercher) annual subscription and maintenance: $91,087.65
• Purchase order for 911 Center Radio System through Motorola Solutions: $41,244.90
• Purchase order for a 2022 Ford F150 truck: $42,930.00
• Budget amendment for FY 2022-2023 SNAP ARPA Funding: $15,635.33
• Parks and Recreation Trust Fund Grants for Central Pender Park and Hampstead Kiwanis Park Phase 4

The Board approved two $500,000 Parks and Recreation Trust Fund grants for park projects and authorized several public safety purchases. The board also approved the sale of surplus property and the appointment of Commissioner Tate as a legislative voting representative.

• Approved $500,000 grant for Central Pender Park Project (5-0)
• Approved $500,000 grant for Hampstead Kiwanis Park Phase 4 (5-0)
• Approved $91,087.65 subscription for Sheriff's Office Zuercher system (5-0)
• Approved $41,244.90 for 911 Center Radio System maintenance (4-1)
• Approved $42,930.00 for 2022 Ford F150 truck for Sheriff's Office (5-0)
• Approved $5,759 sale of surplus property on Slocum Trail to TSA Holding Group LLC (5-0)
• Approved $10 sale of surplus generator to Maple Hill VFD (5-0)
• Voted Commissioner Tate as Pender County voting rep for Legislative conference (5-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board is meeting to consider two general use rezoning requests. The board will also discuss potential updates to tree mitigation, parking requirements, and accessory dwelling unit ordinances.

• REZONE 2022-37: Two tracts in Long Creek Township from General Business (GB) to Residential Performance (RP)
• REZONE 2022-38: One tract from Rural Agriculture (RA) and General Industrial (GI) to General Business (GB) and General Industrial (GI)
• Discussion on creating a fee-in-lieu option for tree mitigation
• Discussion on alternative parking lot surfacing methods, such as gravel
• Discussion on accessory dwelling unit floor space limitations

The Planning Board approved two zoning map amendments to change land use designations in the Long Creek and Rocky Point Townships. Both requests were found consistent with the Pender 2.0 Comprehensive Land Use Plan.

• Approved REZONE 2022-37 to change 0.97 acres from General Business (GB) to Residential Performance (RP) (6-0)
• Approved REZONE 2022-35 to change approximately 24 acres of a 70-acre tract from Rural Agricultural (RA) to General Business (GB) and General Industrial (GI) (6-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (6-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Pender County Board of County Commissioners will review several high-cost infrastructure and equipment requests. The body is also considering a special use permit for a 300-foot telecommunications tower in Burgaw Township.

• Contract for Scotts Hill Water and Sewer District Elevated Tank & Wells project for $10,970,000
• Request for $1,132,000.00 for Surf City Schools modular units
• Purchase order to Motorola Solutions, Inc. for $105,778.20 for portable and mobile radios
• Special Use Permit (SUP 2022-32) for a 300' telecommunications tower on New Road in Burgaw Township
• CFPUA easement for water interconnection on US 421 for a $739 payment

The board approved $1,132,000 for modular units to add 200 seats at Surf City elementary and middle schools, and approved a $10.97M contract for the Scotts Hill Water and Sewer District elevated tank and wells project. A request from the ABC Board to retain two quarters of county distributions for a new warehouse and store was tabled until December. The board also approved a new jail healthcare provider contract, a radio lease purchase, and a special use permit for a 300-foot telecommunications tower.

• Approved $1,132,000 for modular units at Surf City Schools (5-0)
• Approved $10,970,000 contract for SHWSD elevated tank and wells project (5-0)
• Tabled ABC Board request to retain county distributions until December 5 (4-1)
• Approved $105,778.20 lease purchase of radios from Motorola Solutions (5-0)
• Approved new jail healthcare provider contract with $9,000 addendum and $800/month records fee (3-2)
• Approved purchase of two pickup trucks from Capital Chevrolet (4-1)
• Approved road addition petition for The Knolls at Turkey Creek subdivision (4-1)
• Approved special use permit for 300-foot telecommunications tower on New Road (5-0)

Advisory Board of Health

This meeting has no published agenda. The only listed item is a note directing readers to review the minutes. No decisions or discussions are scheduled for public review.

• No agenda items listed

The board approved the April 14, 2022 minutes unanimously. Staff reported that 14 Pender County homes tested above parameters for PFOAs and are receiving free water samples. COVID-19 is underreported due to home tests; free test kits are available. Two possible monkeypox cases were reported. The health department passed re-accreditation with honors.

• Approved April 14, 2022 meeting minutes unanimously

Hampstead Kiwanis Park Board

The board will meet to discuss operational items and upcoming events at the park. Agenda items include a land sale and updates on the PARTF Grant.

• Trick or Treat in the Park
• Turkey Trot
• PARTF Grant Update
• Concession stand operation
• Land Sale

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will discuss updates regarding the Abbey Nature Preserve and the Holly Shelter Shooting Range. The board will also receive reports on programming, PARTF grants, and weather detection equipment.

• Abbey Nature Preserve improvements including a new entrance sign, trail maintenance, boardwalk rails, and dog waste stations
• Holly Shelter Shooting Range update
• PARTF Grant update
• Rainout line and weather station/lightning detector update
• Program updates including Pumpkin Hunt, Trail Mix Hike, and Hampstead Christmas Tree Lighting

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings to discuss three zoning map amendments. The board will also review and approve meeting minutes from August 2, 2022.

• REZONE 2022-34: 0.33 acres at Railroad Street and Casha Road from General Business to Residential Performance
• REZONE 2022-35: One tract in Topsail Township from Residential Performance to General Business
• REZONE 2022-36: Three tracts in Topsail Township from Planned Development and Residential Performance to General Business

The Pender County Planning Board approved three rezoning requests: Rezone 2022-34 (0.33 acres from GB to RP), Rezone 2022-35 (2.85 acres from RP to GB), and Rezone 2022-36 (15.21 acres from PD/RP to GB). All motions passed 6-0. The board also discussed tree mitigation, parking requirements, and accessory dwelling units for future ordinance changes.

• Approved Rezone 2022-34: 0.33 acres at Railroad St & Casha Rd from GB to RP (6-0)
• Approved Rezone 2022-35: 2.85 acres on Factory Rd from RP to GB (6-0)
• Approved Rezone 2022-36: 15.21 acres on US Hwy 17 & Headwaters Dr from PD/RP to GB (6-0)
• Discussed tree mitigation fee-in-lieu option for developers
• Discussed alternative parking surfacing (gravel) and reducing required spaces
• Discussed accessory dwelling unit size cap and manufactured home clarification

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is discussing a request to acquire 200 acres in the Holly Shelter Game Lands for a water plant and 16 wells. The board is also deciding on several budget amendments, surplus property sales, and the carryover of FY22 purchase orders.

• Request to acquire 200 acres in Holly Shelter Game Lands for RO Plant and Well Field
• Purchase order for demolition of Dental/COVID Trailer to Robert Palmer & Son's for $10,900
• Sale of surplus property: Parcel 2286-65-9062-0000 Country Court Apartments on US Hwy 421
• Budget Ordinance Amendment assigning $10,000 SEDC Grant for US 421 Sewer Project
• Carryover of FY22 purchase orders including trucks and YSI probe project totaling $216,292.90

The board approved the sale of surplus property at Country Court Apartments on US Hwy 421 for $655,000 to Preston Harrell of Currie, and authorized advertising for auction of another surplus property at 2907 Englishtown Road in Willard. They also approved a capital project ordinance for a parallel raw water main project with a $1.53 million initial cost share for Pender County, and passed a resolution requesting a safety feasibility study from NCDOT on the NC 210 corridor between Hampstead and Rocky Point.

• Approved $655,000 sale of surplus property at Country Court Apartments (5-0)
• Authorized auction advertisement for surplus property at 2907 Englishtown Road, Willard (5-0)
• Approved capital project ordinance for LCFWASA parallel raw water main with $1.53M county cost share (5-0)
• Approved resolution requesting NCDOT safety feasibility study on NC 210 corridor (5-0)
• Approved re-appointment to Pender County Advisory Board of Health (5-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including tax releases, budget amendments, and demolition approval (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider an appeal by Signature Top Sail NC, Ltd. and Trust Special, Ruth Kalmar Estate. The applicants are challenging a June 7, 2022, Planning Board decision to deny a revision to the Wyndwater Master Development Plan.

• Appeal 2022-08: Request to reverse Planning Board denial of Wyndwater Master Development Plan Revision (Case # MDP-R 2022-38)
• Proposed plan changes: allow townhomes in Phases 7 and 11, increase non-residential area, and remove Phase 10 from the project
• Project location: East of US HWY 17, north of Doral Drive, and east/west of Sloop Point Loop Road
• Planning Board denial basis: lack of conformance to Article 7.9.D 'Design Standards' regarding stormwater

The Board of Adjustment voted 3-1 to uphold the Pender County Planning Board's denial of a Master Development Plan revision for the Wyndwater development. The proposed revision would have added townhomes and commercial space in Phases 7 and 11 and removed Phase 10. The decision was made after a public hearing with concerns about flooding, stormwater, traffic, and utility easements.

• Appeal of Planning Board denial of Wyndwater MDP revision denied (3-1)
• Agenda adopted unanimously
• Minutes from August 17, 2022 meeting adopted unanimously

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a special use permit for a solar farm and various water infrastructure funding applications. The meeting also includes a presentation on Pender County's economic tier status and retail pull factors.

• Special Use Permit request for a solar farm in Burgaw, Columbia, and Union Townships
• State loan and grant funding for CFPUA Water Interconnection and Rocky Point Reverse Osmosis Water Plant projects
• IT infrastructure renewal purchase order to Huntington Leasing Corporation for $381,322.00
• Purchase orders for Department of Social Services totaling $141,800 ($36,800 for computers and $105,000 for contractors)
• Lease for 30 Axon body worn cameras at $20,522.62 per year for 5 years

The Board of County Commissioners voted 5-0 to deny a special use permit for the Coastal Pine Solar 200-MW solar farm on 2,360 acres near Burgaw, after hearing from the applicant and opponents. The board also approved a lease for 30 body-worn cameras for the sheriff's office, a zoning text amendment for road naming and addressing, and a resolution to join the American Flood Coalition.

• Denied special use permit for Coastal Pine Solar 200-MW solar farm (5-0)
• Approved lease and purchase order for 30 Axon body-worn cameras, $20,522.62/year for 5 years (4-1)
• Approved zoning text amendment to Article 11 'Road Naming and Addressing' (5-0)
• Approved resolution for Pender County to become a member of the American Flood Coalition (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including state loan/grant resolution for CFPUA water interconnection, FY23 PCU CIP, purchase orders for DSS computers and IT infrastructure, and meeting minutes (4-1)
• Approved offer and upset bid process for sale of surplus property on Red Tip Lane, $12,000 bid (5-0)
• Approved renewal of state loan and grant funding resolution for Rocky Point Water and Sewer District reverse osmosis water plant project (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss joining the American Flood Coalition and receive updates on the Hampstead Bypass. The body is also deciding on several budget amendments, equipment purchases, and the sale of surplus properties in Burgaw.

• Purchase of five police vehicles (three Ford Explorers and two Ford F150s) for $277,553.00
• Purchase of a used forklift for $62,972
• Sale of surplus properties at West Hayes Street and near Industrial Drive in Burgaw
• Budget amendment of $141,970 for the Health Department COVID Vaccination Program
• Contract for architectural and engineering design of a future Health and Human Services Building

The board elected Fred McCoy as Chairman and Jimmy Tate as Vice Chairman after tabling the rules of succession. A resolution to allow a reverse osmosis water plant on county property on NC 210 was unanimously denied. The board also approved a $343,775 budget amendment for a raw water main leak repair, a $277,553 purchase of five police vehicles, and a contract for architectural design of a health and human services building, but defeated a contract for a project director for Pender Memorial Hospital.

• Elected Fred McCoy as Chairman (3-2)
• Elected Jimmy Tate as Vice Chairman (3-2)
• Denied resolution for RO plant project on NC 210 (5-0)
• Approved $343,775 budget amendment for water main leak repair (5-0)
• Approved $277,553 purchase of 5 police vehicles (5-0)
• Approved Bobbitt Construction contract for health building design (5-0)
• Defeated contract with Juniper Advisory for hospital project director (2-3)
• Approved consent agenda including multiple budget amendments and purchases (4-1)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will meet to consider an appeal regarding the Planning Board's denial of a revision to the Wyndwater Master Development Plan. The board will also review and approve minutes from the July 20, 2022, meeting.

• Appeal 2022-08: Appeal of Planning Board denial of Wyndwater Master Development Plan Revision (Case # MDP-R 2022-38)
• Approval of July 20, 2022, meeting minutes

The Board of Adjustment voted 5-0 to continue the appeal of the Planning Board's denial of the Wyndwater Master Development Plan Revision (Case # MDP-R 2022-38) to September 21, 2022, after the HOA attorney requested a continuance. The applicant's attorney requested the hearing proceed or be scheduled sooner. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Continued Appeal 2022-08 (Wyndwater plan revision) to September 21, 2022 (5-0)
• Adopted agenda as is (5-0)
• Approved minutes of July 20, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review a conceptual design from Bobbitt Construction for a new Health and Human Services facility. The meeting includes various budget amendments, purchase orders for IT and infrastructure, and public hearings on zoning and special use permits.

• Conceptual design for new Health and Human Services facility by Bobbitt Construction
• Purchase order to SHI for computer replacement in the amount of $259,350.00
• Budget amendment to increase Health Department revenues and expenditures by $118,361
• Special Use Permit request for indoor boat and RV storage on Sloop Point Road
• Sale of surplus property on Red Tip Lane, NC HWY 210 in Rocky Point, and 210 in Hampstead

The board approved a special use permit for enclosed storage of boats and RVs on Sloop Point Road, despite staff finding it inconsistent with the future land use map. A $357,888 state grant for stream debris removal was accepted. The sale of surplus property on Red Tip Lane was tabled until the next meeting.

• Approved special use permit for indoor boat/RV storage on Sloop Point Road (4-0)
• Accepted $357,888 Streamflow Rehabilitation Assistance Program grant for debris removal (4-0)
• Established Pender County Local Emergency Planning Committee (4-0)
• Approved upset bid process for surplus property at 9549 NC Hwy 210 in Rocky Point (4-0)
• Approved auction of Country Court Apartments on US 421 via Gov Deals (4-0)
• Approved upset bid process for surplus property on 210 in Hampstead (4-0)
• Tabled sale of surplus property on Red Tip Lane until next meeting
• Tabled zoning text amendment on road naming and addressing until September 19 meeting

Hampstead Kiwanis Park Board

The board is meeting to discuss the operation of the concession stand and a USTA Facility Assistance Grant. Members will also coordinate upcoming park events for October and November 2022.

• Halloween in the Park (October 31, 2022)
• Turkey Trot (November 19, 2022)
• USTA Facility Assistance Grant discussion
• Concession stand operation

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a request for a limited subdivision on Edens Lane in Topsail Township. The board will also receive a presentation and engage in discussion with the Cape Fear Council of Governments.

• Public hearing for SUBLIM 2022-191: Limited Subdivision request on Edens Lane

The board approved a Limited Subdivision (SUBLIM 2022-191) for a two-acre tract in the PD zoning district, creating up to four lots on Edens Lane near US HWY 17. The vote was 6-0-1 (one absent). The board also approved the agenda and minutes from prior meetings, and heard a presentation on county growth from Cape Fear Council of Governments.

• Approved agenda as presented (6-0-1)
• Approved February 1, 2022, and July 6, 2022, minutes (6-0-1)
• Approved Limited Subdivision SUBLIM 2022-191 on Edens Lane (6-0-1)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is considering a bond order to fund capital costs for school facilities, subject to voter approval. The board is also reviewing various purchase orders for county infrastructure, insurance, and equipment.

• Public hearing for General Obligation School Bonds up to $178,000,000
• Purchase order to Calgon Carbon for $151,460 for Water Treatment Plant carbon replacement
• NCACC Risk Pool payments of $308,059 for Workers Compensation and $645,359 for Liability and Property
• Purchase order to Utilitech for $70,000 for FY23 water taps and service installation
• Sale of surplus property at 100 E Church Street, Atkinson and Parcel 3237-23-0468-0000 on US Hwy 117 Rocky Point

The board approved the $178 million general obligation school bond order and a resolution to publish it for the November 8, 2022 referendum. The bond will fund a new middle and elementary school, site development at Topsail Middle, Rocky Point Elementary, and Burgaw Middle, and central office renovations. The board also approved several property sales, appointments, and a resolution opposing workforce development area realignment.

• Approved $178M school bond order for voter referendum (4-0)
• Approved resolution to publish bond order for Nov. 8 election (4-0)
• Approved resolution opposing workforce development area realignment (4-0)
• Approved sale of surplus property at 100 E Church St, Atkinson to Adam Forrest for $9,000 (4-0)
• Approved sale of surplus parcel on US Hwy 117, Rocky Point to Bahaa Ibrahim for $10,400 (4-0)
• Approved budget amendment for state seizure funds FY2022-2023 (4-0)
• Designated Commissioner Newton as voting representative at NCACC conference (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $151,460 Calgon Carbon purchase and $58,281.50 Axon body camera lease (4-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will meet to consider a specific appeal. The agenda also includes the adoption of minutes from the May 18, 2022, meeting.

• Appeal 2022-07

The Board of Adjustment heard Appeal 2022-07 by Sean and Shari Donahue, owners of Surf City Farm, challenging a March 7, 2022 zoning determination that selling produce from other farms is not exempt as a bonafide farm purpose. The board took testimony from staff, applicants, and neighbors, but no decision was recorded in the minutes. The meeting was otherwise procedural, adopting the agenda and prior minutes.

• Adopted agenda as presented (4-0)
• Approved May 18, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Heard Appeal 2022-07 but no decision recorded

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss a proposed school bond order and a resolution for a public hearing. The body is also reviewing multiple purchase orders for county services, including waste disposal, medical services, and water treatment chemicals.

• Proposed School Bond Order introduction and resolution for public hearing
• $60,000 purchase order to GFL for FY23 solid waste disposal and hauling services
• $218,920 purchase order for contract dental services with Kathy Barnes, DDS, PA
• $250,000 purchase order to Amerochem for Ferric Sulfate for the Water Treatment Plant
• Public hearings for General Use Rezoning 2022-31, 2022-32, and Special Use Permit 2022-33

The board introduced a $178 million general obligation school bond order and set a public hearing for August 1, 2022, subject to voter approval. It also approved a consent agenda with numerous purchase orders, including $72,800 for veterinarian services and $218,920 for dental services. The board approved four surplus property sales, an updated procurement policy, a $47,438 Taser lease payment, and a lease for Abbey Nature Preserve. David Andrews was approved as the new county manager in closed session.

• Introduced $178M school bond order, set public hearing for Aug. 1 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda with 29 items including purchase orders and surplus property auctions (5-0)
• Approved sale of surplus property at 1352 Slocum Trail for $8,600 (5-0)
• Approved sale of surplus property at Wards Corner Loop Road for $15,000 (5-0)
• Approved sale of surplus property at 414 N Sunset St for $24,500 (5-0)
• Approved sale of surplus property at 148 Peterson Hill Ave for $13,950 (5-0)
• Approved updated procurement policy (5-0)
• Approved David Andrews as new county manager (4-0, 1 absent)

Planning Board

The Planning Board is meeting to conduct public hearings on two zoning text amendments. The board will also review and approve the meeting minutes from June 7, 2022.

• Zoning Text Amendment 2022-15
• Zoning Text Amendment 2022-16
• Approval of June 7, 2022 meeting minutes

The Pender County Planning Board approved two zoning text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance. The first allows clearing and grading permits before full zoning approval, with tree mitigation requirements running with the land. The second updates 911 addressing and road naming rules to improve emergency response. Both motions passed 5-0.

• Approved Zoning Text Amendment 2022-15 allowing clearing/grading permits before full zoning approval (5-0)
• Approved Zoning Text Amendment 2022-16 updating 911 addressing and road naming requirements (5-0)
• Adopted June 7, 2022 meeting minutes with requested wording changes (5-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda as presented (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider appointing Carolyn Moser as Interim County Manager and a new Vice Chairman. The meeting includes several high-value purchase orders for waste services, inmate care, and infrastructure projects.

• Purchase order to GFL for FY23 solid waste disposal and hauling services: $5,438,000
• Purchase order to WellPath for inmate medical care in Pender County Jail: $375,000
• Contract to 274 Construction Group Inc. for Pender Commerce Park Water & Sewer Extension: $328,000
• Purchase orders to NC Department of Corrections ($75,000) and US Food Services ($75,000)
• Emergency purchase of two HVAC units for Hampstead Library from Pleasant Air: $24,025 per unit

The Pender County Board of Commissioners approved a special use permit for sand mining on 450.50 acres in the RA district, with conditions including a 15-foot vegetative buffer along the access road. The board also approved several contracts and budget amendments, including a $328,000 water and sewer extension project and a $375,000 inmate medical care purchase order. One special use permit application was continued to the August 15, 2022 meeting.

• Approved SUP 2022-30 for sand mining with conditions (4-0)
• Approved SUP 2022-31 for eight telecommunication substations (4-0)
• Continued SUP 2022-32 to August 15, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved $328,000 contract to 274 Construction Group for Pender Commerce Park water & sewer extension (4-0)
• Approved $375,000 purchase order to WellPath for inmate medical care (4-0)
• Approved $75,000 purchase orders to NC Dept. of Corrections and US Food Services for jail food (4-0)
• Approved $388,469 budget amendment for sheriff department (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including HVAC replacement, waste disposal, and other items (4-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board is considering a revision to the Wyndwater Master Development Plan to allow townhomes and expanded commercial areas in Phases 7 and 11. The board is also holding public hearings for a zoning text amendment and three rezoning requests.

• MDP-R 2022-38: Proposed revision to Wyndwater development to add townhomes and commercial area while removing Phase 10
• ZTA 2022-15: Zoning Text Amendment public hearing
• REZONE 2022-31: Rezoning public hearing
• REZONE 2022-32: Rezoning public hearing
• REZONE 2022-33: Rezoning public hearing

The Pender County Planning Board denied a request to revise the Wyndwater Master Development Plan to allow townhomes in Phases 7 and 11, increase commercial area, and remove Phase 10, citing failure to meet UDO design standards. The board also approved two rezones: a 303-acre tract from RP to RA on Ashton Road, and a 0.6-acre tract from RP to GB on Perkins Drive. A zoning text amendment to allow clearing and grading permits before final zoning approval was tabled to July 6, 2022, and a rezoning request from GB to IT on Sloop Point Loop Road was denied.

• Denied MDP-R 2022-38 Wyndwater Master Development Plan revision (4-0)
• Approved REZONE 2022-31, 303 acres from RP to RA on Ashton Road (4-0)
• Approved REZONE 2022-32, 0.6 acres from RP to GB on Perkins Drive (4-0)
• Denied REZONE 2022-33, 41 acres from GB to IT on Sloop Point Loop Road (4-0)
• Tabled ZTA 2022-15, clearing and grading permits before final zoning approval, to July 6, 2022 (4-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will hold a public hearing and vote to adopt the FY 2022-2023 Budget Ordinance and Fee Schedule. The meeting also includes several budget amendments and the awarding of design contracts for a new Health & Human Services building.

• Adoption of FY 2022-2023 Budget Ordinance and Fee Schedule
• Contract award to Bobbitt Construction for Architectural and Engineering Design of a future Health & Human Services Building
• Budget amendment to return $3,980,000 from surplus property sales to the General Fund Fund Balance
• Contract with 4 Seasons Demolition for Long Creek and select Tax Foreclosures
• Authorization to advertise auction of surplus property at 4131 US Hwy 117, Rocky Point

The board unanimously adopted the FY 2022-2023 budget ordinance and fee schedule, a balanced $84 million general fund budget with no tax increases (except a two-cent increase for the Pender Central Fire District requested by Burgaw) and a 5% COLA for staff. The board also approved resolutions to proceed with a $178 million school bond referendum on the November 8, 2022 ballot, and approved several contracts and budget amendments. The meeting included a public hearing on the budget where residents voiced concerns about Sheriff's Office funding and drug overdoses.

• Adopted FY 2022-2023 budget ordinance and fee schedule (5-0)
• Approved resolution for $178M school bond referendum on Nov 8, 2022 ballot (5-0)
• Approved bond counsel engagement letter with Sanford Holshouser (5-0)
• Approved demolition contract with 4 Seasons Demolition for Long Creek and tax foreclosures (4-1)
• Approved $100K budget amendment for Penderlea Community Park restroom and picnic shelter (5-0)
• Awarded architectural/engineering design contract to Bobbitt Construction for Health & Human Services Building (5-0)
• Removed District 1 ABC Board appointee and at-large Tourism Development Authority appointee (5-0)
• Approved economic development budget (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to conduct a budget session. The agenda does not list specific line items or proposals for decision.

• Budget session

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public meeting to discuss various departmental updates. Discussion topics include grounds maintenance, sheriff and jail services, utilities, and county finance.

• Grounds Maintenance/Parks & Recreation discussion
• Sheriff, Jail, and Animal Control discussion
• Utilities and Solid Waste discussion
• County Manager and Revenue discussion
• Finance and Debt Service discussion

Board of Adjustment

The Pender County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider two variance requests. VAR 2022-10, tabled from April, seeks relief from side yard setback and structure separation requirements for a 1,470-square-foot accessory structure at 129 Bottle Branch Drive. VAR 2022-11 is also on the agenda. The board will also review and consider approving the April 20, 2022 meeting minutes.

• VAR 2022-10: Request for 7-foot relief from 15-foot side yard setback and 19-foot relief from 30-foot structure separation for a 30' x 49' accessory structure at 129 Bottle Branch Drive, Burgaw Township (PIN 3247-52-9793-0000).
• VAR 2022-11: Variance application (details in attached PDF).
• Adoption of April 20, 2022 meeting minutes.
• Public comment period.

The Pender County Board of Adjustment denied a variance (VAR 2022-10) for Jason and Jennifer Roper's unpermitted storage building, citing that the hardship was self-created. The board approved a separate variance (VAR 2022-11) for a restaurant parking lot, with conditions requiring pervious material for new parking areas and mandatory landscaping.

• Denied variance VAR 2022-10 for unpermitted building (5-0)
• Approved variance VAR 2022-11 for parking lot islands with conditions (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Pender County Board of Commissioners is holding a budget work session, hearing from department heads including tax administration, register of deeds, facilities, IT, health/social services, and schools. The meeting is a discussion and planning session, not a voting meeting, with a follow-up meeting scheduled for May 19.

• Budget presentations from Tax Administration, Register of Deeds, Facilities/Custodial/Fleet Maintenance, ITS, Health/DSS, and Pender County Schools

Planning Board

The Pender County Planning Board will hold public hearings on a revision to the Wyndwater Master Development Plan (MDP-R 2022-38) and a rezoning request (ZTA 2022-15). The Wyndwater revision proposes adding townhomes in Phases 7 and 11, increasing commercial area, and removing Phase 10, reducing the plan from about 235 to 206 acres. The board will also consider adopting the April 5, 2022 meeting minutes. The agenda includes public comment and discussion periods.

• MDP-R 2022-38: Wyndwater master plan revision to allow townhomes in Phases 7 and 11, increase commercial area, remove Phase 10, reduce acreage to ~206 acres
• ZTA 2022-15: Zoning text amendment (details not provided in agenda excerpt)
• Adoption of April 5, 2022 meeting minutes
• Public comment period
• Next meeting scheduled for June 7, 2022 at 7:00pm in Burgaw

Board of County Commissioners

The Pender County Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider routine approvals, including a one-year contract renewal with CrowderGulf for emergency debris pickup, a $144,483 budget amendment for COVID-19 recovery services, tax refunds, and a road addition petition. They will also receive an update on the county's drainage improvement program and review health department items.

• Contract renewal with CrowderGulf for emergency response and debris management through March 8, 2023
• Budget amendment increasing Health Department revenues/expenditures by $144,483 for COVID-19 pandemic recovery
• Approval of tax releases and refunds totaling $3,914.37 for April 2022
• Petition to add Hawk Hollow Trail (0.42 miles, 22 homes) to NCDOT maintenance
• Update on Drainage Improvement Program, including debris removal from 22 creeks and beaver management

The Pender County Board of Commissioners approved the consent agenda, which included tax releases, a budget amendment, a contract renewal, a road addition petition, and meeting minutes. The board also approved a public portal for property tax information, an appointment to the Kiwanis Park Board, and several health department policies and accreditation letters. After closed session, the board approved accepting SpringFest's current certificate of insurance for this year.

• Approved consent agenda including tax releases, budget amendment, contract renewal, road addition, and minutes (5-0)
• Approved public portal for property tax information (5-0)
• Approved appointment to Pender County Kiwanis Park Board (5-0)
• Approved Board of Health re-accreditation letters (5-0)
• Approved Health Department policies with Board of Health (5-0)
• Approved Board of Health Handbook and Annual Training (5-0)
• Approved SpringFest certificate of insurance acceptance (4-1)

Board of County Commissioners

The Pender County Board of Commissioners is holding a regular meeting with a series of scheduled presentations from county departments and agencies. The agenda consists of updates and open discussions from officials covering tourism, veterans affairs, cooperative extension, elections, library, human resources, housing, emergency management, planning, EMS and fire, soil and water conservation, and forestry. No votes or formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Open discussion led by McEwen/Blue
• Tourism update from Tammy Proctor
• Veterans affairs update from Sally Lawson
• Housing update from Sue Sava
• Planning and inspections update from Travis Henley

Board of Adjustment

The Pender County Board of Adjustment will consider a single variance request, VAR 2022-10, during its April 20, 2022 meeting. The board will also adopt minutes from its January 19, 2022 meeting. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Variance request VAR 2022-10 to be heard
• Adoption of January 19, 2022 meeting minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The Pender County Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider a range of items including a parks and recreation master plan, grant applications for park projects, a vehicle purchase, and several state funding resolutions for water and sewer projects. The agenda also includes public hearings on a rezoning and a special use permit, plus routine items like proclamations and the FY2021 audit presentation.

• Adoption of 2022-2032 Pender County Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan
• Approval of $35,320.80 purchase of a 2022 Ford F-150 Responder pickup truck from O.C. Welch Ford Lincoln, Inc.
• Submit 2022 Parks and Recreation Trust Fund grant applications for Central Pender Park Phase 1 and Hampstead Kiwanis Park Phase 4
• Approve state funding resolutions for CFPUA Water Interconnection, US 421 Sewer Extension, and US421/Blueberry Road Water Extension projects
• Public hearings on REZONE 2022-29 and SUP 2022-27

Advisory Board of Health

This meeting of the Pender County Advisory Board of Health has no published agenda. The only item listed is a note that no agenda is available and that minutes should be reviewed, indicating the meeting is likely procedural or informational.

• No agenda items listed
• No public hearings or action items identified

The Pender County Advisory Board of Health approved the minutes from the January 13, 2022 meeting unanimously. Staff reported filled vacancies for nutritionist and animal shelter attendant, but noted five RN vacancies. Bids for an HHS facility are due May 6, with a team to recommend a Design-Build project. The board also discussed Avian Influenza cases in Johnston and Wayne counties.

• Approved minutes from January 13, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Noted correction to Environmental Health report: 38 permits issued Jan-Mar (not 83)
• Discussed five RN vacancies and nationwide nursing shortage
• Reviewed bids for HHS facility due May 6; team to recommend Design-Build project

Planning Board

The Pender County Planning Board will hold public hearings on a major revision to the Wyndwater mixed-use development's master plan and a rezoning request. The board will also vote on adopting the minutes from its March 1, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes routine procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and public comment.

• MDP-R 2022-38: Revision to Wyndwater master plan to allow townhomes in Phases 7 and 11, increase commercial area, and remove Phase 10 (approx. 206 acres, 529 units total)
• REZONE 2022-30: Rezoning request (details in attached PDF, pages 69-87)
• Adoption of minutes from March 1, 2022 Planning Board meeting

The Pender County Planning Board tabled a request to revise the Wyndwater Master Development Plan, which would add townhomes and commercial space in Phases 7 and 11 and remove Phase 10, until the next meeting in Hampstead. The board also recommended approval of a rezoning of two tracts (about 2.2 acres) from RP to GB zoning district, citing consistency with the Pender 2.0 Comprehensive Plan. Both actions passed unanimously with 5-0 votes.

• Tabled Wyndwater Master Development Plan revision (MDP-R 2022-38) until next meeting (5-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning REZONE 2022-30 from RP to GB (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Pender County Board of Commissioners will receive updates on the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program for Hurricane Florence, the FY2021 audit, and the new Law Enforcement Center/Jail, where they will be asked to provide direction on building placement. The board will also vote on a consent agenda with multiple budget amendments, including funds for a new vehicle, interview room recording equipment, and a fuel depot, plus several approvals and resolutions, including a purchase order for a new Ford F-150 and contract amendments for water projects. Discussion items include grandfathering for firearm businesses and Pender Memorial Hospital.

• Update on new Law Enforcement Center/Jail; board to direct placement/orientation; total project cost $48.2M
• Approval of budget amendment for $21,770 grant for interview room recording equipment upgrades
• Approval of budget amendment for $9,864 to purchase a new vehicle from insurance funds
• Approval of purchase order for 2022 Ford F-150 Responder pickup truck for $35,320.80
• Approval of tax releases and refunds totaling $5,944.15 for March 2022

The Pender County Board of Commissioners approved several contracts and amendments, including a $869,170 amendment to the CDM Smith contract for construction engineering services on the Elevated Tank & Wells Project. The board also approved a $35,320.80 purchase of a 2022 Ford F-150 Responder for the Sheriff's Office using insurance funds, and directed staff to draft a letter to state officials regarding the stalled Hurricane Florence Hazard Mitigation Grant Program. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved $869,170 contract amendment with CDM Smith for construction engineering services (5-0)
• Approved $35,320.80 purchase of 2022 Ford F-150 Responder for Sheriff's Office (5-0)
• Approved final change order for BASF property SR&R work (5-0)
• Approved budget amendment and purchase order increase for SR&R change order (5-0)
• Approved $869,170 amendment for Surface Water Plant High Service Pump Upgrade design (5-0)
• Approved termination of easement on BASF property (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including budget amendments and tax releases (5-0)
• Directed staff to draft letter to state about HMGP Hurricane Florence grant delays

Board of County Commissioners

The Pender County Board of Commissioners will consider a resolution requesting state funding for a 10-mile parallel water line for the Lower Cape Fear Water and Sewer Authority, hear a presentation on the 2022 NC GREAT Grant program for broadband expansion, and review the draft 2022-2032 Parks and Recreation Master Plan. The consent agenda includes multiple budget amendments, purchase orders, and property acquisitions. Public hearings are scheduled for three special use permits and zoning text amendments.

• Resolution requesting NC Legislature funding for 10-mile parallel water line (est. $54 million)
• Presentation on 2022 NC GREAT Grant program for broadband (up to $4 million grant)
• 2022-2032 Parks and Recreation Master Plan presentation and public comment period
• Purchase order to SHI for Microsoft Enterprise Licensing renewal: $122,113.15
• Purchase order to Fairway Ford for 2023 Ford Transit Van: $52,275.00

The Pender County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda (minus one item), awarded contracts for mowing and geotechnical services, purchased generators and a van, accepted a land offer, and approved several resolutions including a grant application and land sales. They also adopted the BOCC Rules of Procedures and approved two special use permits and a zoning text amendment.

• Approved $310,376.40 purchase of four generators from National Power (5-0)
• Awarded $12,800 mowing contract to Intercoastal Land Maintenance (5-0)
• Approved $10,300 geotechnical contract with ECS for new jail (5-0)
• Approved $52,275 purchase of 2023 Ford Transit van (5-0)
• Accepted $28,000 offer for three River Bend lots (5-0)
• Awarded internet services contract to Spectrum Enterprise and WAN/911 backup to AT&T (5-0)
• Approved SUP for Verizon Wireless tower (5-0)
• Approved SUP amendment for Majestic Oaks wastewater lift station (4-0, 1 absent)

Board of County Commissioners

This is a two-day work session of the Pender County Board of Commissioners, focused on a financial overview and debt analysis, followed by detailed discussions on infrastructure projects, facilities, parks, economic development, and a potential school construction bond. The agenda is largely informational and discussion-oriented, with no formal votes scheduled.

• Financial overview and debt analysis by Davenport & Company
• 421 Water and Sewer Line Extension: scope, property/ROW acquisition, timeline
• Factory Road Water Project timeline update
• Well project update: status, future plans, potential locations
• Potential school construction bond update and land acquisition

Planning Board

The Pender County Planning Board will hold a public hearing on REZONE 2022-29, a request to rezone two tracts totaling about 11.5 acres from Residential Performance (RP) to General Business (GB). The property is on the east side of US Highway 17, about 1,000 feet south of Sloop Point Road. Planning staff recommends denial, citing inconsistency with the Pender 2.0 Comprehensive Land Use Plan. The board will also review the Parks and Recreation Master Plan.

• Rezone 2022-29: 11.5 acres from RP to GB on US 17, staff recommends denial
• Parks and Recreation Master Plan review
• Public comment period
• Next meeting set for April 5, 2022

The Pender County Planning Board unanimously recommended approval of Rezone 2022-29, rezoning two tracts totaling approximately 11.5 acres from RP (Residential Performance) to GB (General Business), despite staff recommending denial due to inconsistency with the Future Land Use Map. The board also unanimously recommended adoption of the Pender County Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan. Both recommendations will go to the County Commissioners for final consideration.

• Recommended approval of Rezone 2022-29 (11.5 acres, RP to GB) — unanimous (7-0)
• Recommended adoption of Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan — unanimous (7-0)
• Approved revised agenda switching items 7.1 and 7.2 — unanimous (7-0)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Pender County Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will consider adopting the 2022 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan, which outlines a 10-year vision for facilities, programs, and staffing. The board will also hear presentations on the Central Pender Park development, Hampstead Kiwanis Park expansion, and updates on programs, the Holly Shelter Shooting Range, a rainout line, lightning detection, and property acquisition. The agenda includes public comment and adoption of prior meeting minutes.

• Adoption of 2022 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan
• Central Pender Park Development Project presentation
• Hampstead Kiwanis Park Expansion Project presentation
• Holly Shelter Shooting Range update
• Property Acquisition update

Board of County Commissioners

The Pender County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on special use permits and rezoning requests. The board will also consider multiple consent agenda items and resolutions, including budget amendments, service contracts, vehicle purchases, and road addition petitions.

• Purchase of three 2022 Ford Police Interceptor Utility Explorers for $153,499.00
• Purchase of a 2022 Ford F-150 for Building Inspections for $30,530.00
• 3-year lab equipment service agreement with Hach for water/wastewater plants, totaling $42,991.16
• Budget amendment increasing electronics recycling funds by $50,000
• Public hearings for special use permits (SUP 2021-21R, SUP 2021-22) and rezoning requests (REZONE 2021-24B, REZONE 2021-26)

The Pender County Board of Commissioners approved a Special Use Permit for a 10,500 square foot Family Dollar retail store at US HWY 421 and Montague Road, with a request for a letter to the DOT regarding road improvements. The board also approved removing a condition from a mead manufacturing permit, approved three road addition petitions, and approved multiple contracts and purchases including three police vehicles and a traffic impact analysis for the new law enforcement center.

• Approved Special Use Permit for a Family Dollar store at US HWY 421 and Montague Road (3-1).
• Approved removal of a condition from a mead manufacturing Special Use Permit at 580 Meadow Lane.
• Approved petition to add Cirrus Court to the NCDOT highway system.
• Approved petition to add Mississippi Drive to the NCDOT highway system.
• Approved petition to add an extension to Shoal Avenue to the NCDOT highway system.
• Approved purchase of three 2022 Ford Police Interceptor Utility Explorers for $153,499.00.
• Approved contract with McKim & Creed for the WTP Generator and WWTP Berm Project.
• Approved a long-term easement through Pender Memorial Park for the Town of Burgaw's greenway project.

Board of Adjustment

The Pender County Board of Adjustment will consider one variance request (VAR 2021-09) from Greg Pfountz. The board will also adopt minutes from the January 19, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes public comment and discussion items.

• Variance VAR 2021-09 for Greg Pfountz
• Adoption of minutes from January 19, 2022
• Public comment period
• Next meeting date: March 16, 2022

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance request (VAR 2021-09) from Greg Pfountz for property at 108 Wyndham Way, but only for Option B of the site plan, which includes a reduced pool shed setback, a smaller deck, and a garage with a reduced side setback. The motion, which cited General Statute 160D for hardship leniency, passed 4-0. The board did not approve the larger Option A for the garage, citing a lack of hardship.

• Adopted the agenda as moved by Max Kipfer and seconded by Jeffrey Snider (4-0).
• Tabled the minutes from the previous meeting as moved by Kyle Breuer and seconded by Andrew Olsen (4-0).
• Approved VAR 2021-09 for Option B of the site plan, including the pool shed, deck, and garage, with the addition of General Statute 160D (4-0).
• Denied the larger Option A for the garage, as board members could not find a hardship for that request.
• Discussed by-law revisions, noting a county-wide effort to amend board by-laws, especially regarding attendance policies.
• Discussed marketing strategies for board recruitment, with Planning Director Travis Henley noting that meeting times may hinder participation.

Board of County Commissioners

The Pender County Board of Commissioners will consider proceeding with an RFQ for architectural design for a new Hampstead Branch Library and approving an RFP for a design/build project for a new Health and Human Services facility. They will also review a CSBG grant application, the Sheriff's Office annual report, and several consent agenda items including budget amendments and contracts.

• CSBG Grant Application for FY 2022-2023 ($1,598,395) for Family Empowerment Self-Sufficiency program
• Budget amendment and purchase order increase for NC Department of Public Safety ($30,000)
• Resolution to increase health department nursing staff salaries using lapsed salaries and fringe
• Contract with UNC Institute of Public Health for 2022 Community Health Assessment
• Budget amendment for DSS American Rescue Plan funds ($326,139) for LIEAP

The Pender County Board of Commissioners approved moving forward with a request for qualifications (RFQ) for architectural design of a new Hampstead Branch Library, estimated at $7.4 million with a net cost of about $5.5 million after funding offsets. The board also approved issuing an RFP for a design/build project for a new Health and Human Services facility, and awarded two contracts for Hurricane Florence recovery drainage clearing. All votes were unanimous (5-0) except for a 4-1 vote to accept a bid on a county-owned parcel.

• Approved RFQ for architectural design for new Hampstead Branch Library (5-0)
• Approved resolution to issue RFP for design/build of new HHS facility (5-0)
• Awarded EWP Phase 2 clearing/snagging contracts to Hall Tree Service ($254,124) and Carolina Cleaning & Restoration ($290,830.80) (5-0)
• Accepted bid of $28,358.53 for parcel at 403 Saddle Ridge Rd (4-1)
• Approved budget amendment allocating $1,315,575 for BASF site demolition, including $500,000 Golden Leaf grant (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $326,139 ARP budget amendment for DSS and $5,155 donation to Foster Care Children's Fund (5-0)
• Appointed Rochelle Whiteside to Library Advisory Board (5-0)
• Appointed Margaret Mosca to Planning Board (3-2)

Planning Board

The Pender County Planning Board will hold a public hearing on ZTA 2021-15, a zoning text amendment to the Unified Development Ordinance that would remove mandatory face-to-face pre-submittal meetings and the 30-day waiting period, aiming to improve application efficiency. The board will also discuss the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, the Unified Development Ordinance update, and planning board trainings.

• Public hearing on ZTA 2021-15 to amend Article 3 review procedures, removing pre-submittal meeting and 30-day wait requirements
• Discussion of Parks and Recreation Master Plan presentation
• Discussion of Unified Development Ordinance update
• Discussion of Planning Board trainings

The Pender County Planning Board approved ZTA 2021-15, a zoning text amendment to the Unified Development Ordinance that changes pre-submittal meeting requirements, fees, and waiting periods to streamline the application review process. The board also adopted the agenda and the minutes from the January 4, 2022 meeting, and voted to move the March 1, 2022 meeting to Hampstead. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved ZTA 2021-15 (Application Efficiency Improvements) (5-0)
• Adopted agenda (5-0)
• Adopted minutes from 01/04/2022 (5-0)
• Moved March 1, 2022 meeting to Hampstead (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Pender County Board of Commissioners will consider awarding a contract for the decommissioning and demolition of the former BASF property at 101 Vitamin Drive. The agenda includes a proposal from SR&R Environmental, Inc., which outlines the scope of work for environmental remediation and demolition to prepare the site for redevelopment. The board will also hold a closed session if applicable.

• Consideration of contract for decommissioning and demolition of former BASF property at 101 Vitamin Drive
• Proposal from SR&R Environmental, Inc. for brownfield redevelopment project
• Scope includes demolition of buildings, removal of underground utilities, and environmental waste removal
• Contract package and letter included in agenda (pages 3-263)

Board of Adjustment

The Pender County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on two variance requests: VAR 2021-07 (Bodie Point) and VAR 2021-08 (Majestic Oaks Wastewater). The board will also elect officers, adopt the agenda and minutes from the November 17, 2021 meeting, and set the next meeting date. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no other substantive items listed.

• VAR 2021-07: Variance request for relief from tree survey and mitigation requirements (Section 8.1.3) for a property on Williams Store Road, Hampstead Self Storage, LLC
• VAR 2021-08: Variance request for relief from zoning district dimensional requirements (Section 4.14) for Majestic Oaks Wastewater
• Election of officers for the Board of Adjustment
• Adoption of minutes from November 17, 2021 meeting
• Next meeting date: February 16, 2022 at 9:00 AM, 805 S. Walker Street, Burgaw, NC

The Pender County Board of Adjustment approved two variances. The first allows JE Batson Road to remain unconnected to W. Bailey Lane, with a hammerhead turnaround to be added. The second allows a sewage lift station in Majestic Oaks to remain within the front setback, with conditions for fencing and payment of fines. Both motions passed 4-0.

• Approved variance VAR 2021-07 for JE Batson Road connection waiver (4-0)
• Approved variance VAR 2021-08 for sewage lift station setback with fencing and fine payment conditions (4-0)
• Re-elected Max Kipfer as Chairman (4-0)
• Re-elected Kyle Breuer as Vice Chairman (4-0)
• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted November 17, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will review a $1,598,395 Community Services Block Grant application for the Southeastern Community Action Partnership. Other items include a two-year facility usage agreement renewal for Hampstead United Methodist Church and several public hearings.

• $1,598,395 CSBG Grant Application for Family Empowerment Self-Sufficiency
• Hampstead United Methodist Church Usage Agreement Renewal
• Sheriff's Office Lease Agreement
• Rezone 2020-16 (Falls Mist Gardens)
• SUP 2021-22 (Family Dollar - Currie)

The board approved a conditional zoning map amendment for the Falls Mist Gardens development, allowing 750 single-family homes, a sewage treatment facility, and a farmers' market on about 301 acres in Rocky Point. The approval included a change to condition 10, requiring a gate on the Fall Brook Lane connection until the 600th home receives its certificate of occupancy, instead of the originally proposed 700th home. The vote was 3-1, with Commissioner McCoy voting against. The board also denied a special use permit for a Family Dollar store in Currie; that motion failed 2-2.

• Approved Falls Mist Gardens conditional rezoning for 750 homes with 600-home gate condition (3-1)
• Denied Family Dollar special use permit in Currie (motion failed 2-2)
• Approved consent agenda including Sheriff's Office lease agreement and January 3, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Approved reappointment to Pender County Library Board (5-0)
• Tabled CSBG Grant Application to next meeting
• Added DOT project 421 as consent agenda item 7.4 (5-0)
• Pulled consent item 7.1 (Hampstead United Methodist Church agreement) for discussion (5-0)
• Entered closed session for attorney, economic development, real property, and personnel matters (4-0)

Advisory Board of Health

This meeting of the Pender County Advisory Board of Health has no published agenda. The agenda text indicates there is nothing to report, and directs readers to review the minutes for any prior actions.

The Pender County Advisory Board of Health met and approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes unanimously. Staff reported 7 active TB cases, the highest in the state, and provided updates on environmental health, COVID-19, and budget. No formal policy decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 14, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Pender County Planning Board will hold public hearings and consider several land-use items, including a conditional rezoning for an RV, boat, and trailer storage lot, two major subdivision plans, and a zoning text amendment. The board will also elect officers, adopt minutes, and set its 2022 meeting schedule.

• REZONE 2021-26: Rezone 3.64 acres at NC HWY 210 and Whispering Pines Court from RP to GB-CZ4 for an RV, boat, and trailer storage lot (PIN 3283-10-9257-0000).
• REZONE 2021-24B: Sonya Edens HWY 17 rezoning request.
• MDP 2021-35: Silo Ridge major subdivision plan.
• MDP 2021-34: Sneeden - Oak Ridge major subdivision plan.
• ZTA 2021-15: Zoning text amendment to the Unified Development Ordinance.

The Pender County Planning Board approved a conditional zoning request to rezone 3.64 acres at NC Hwy 210 and Whispering Pines Court for an RV, boat, and trailer storage lot, subject to 8 conditions including fencing, lighting, and road improvements. The board also approved a rezoning of a 0.23-acre parcel on US 17 from GB to RP for affordable housing, and approved revisions to two master development plans (Silo Ridge and Oak Ridge at Olde Point) that add duplexes and restaurants respectively. A zoning text amendment (ZTA 2021-15) was tabled until the next meeting.

• Approved REZONE 2021-26 Whispering Pines CZ with 8 conditions (5-1)
• Approved REZONE 2021-24B Sonya Edens HWY 17 (6-0)
• Approved MDP 2021-35 Silo Ridge revision adding duplexes (6-0)
• Approved MDP 2021-34 Sneeden - Oak Ridge revision adding restaurants (6-0)
• Tabled ZTA 2021-15 until next meeting (6-0)
• Elected Delva Jordan as Chairman and Damien Buchanan as Vice Chairman (unanimous)
• Adopted 2022 meeting schedule with added work sessions (6-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Pender County Board of Commissioners will meet to consider consent agenda items, approvals, and resolutions, including a $500,000 Golden Leaf grant for redevelopment of the former BASF Brownsfield site, a $120,242.98 contract with Sound Decisions, and several budget amendments. They will also discuss the Factory Road Water Line Extension Project and make an appointment to the Board of Adjustment.

• Approval of $500,000 Golden Leaf grant for former BASF Brownsfield site redevelopment
• Award contract to Sound Decisions of Wilmington for $120,242.98 for FY22
• Purchase order to Fairway Ford for 2022 Ford F150 truck for Investigations/CSI at $50,755.35
• Budget amendment for $45,000 for jail meals from NCDPS-Pender Correctional
• Six-month extension to Hurricane Matthew and Florence disaster recovery grant agreements

The Pender County Board of Commissioners approved a contract with Sound Decisions of Wilmington for emergency management services in the amount of $120,242.98 for FY22. The board also approved several budget amendments, including a $500,000 Golden LEAF grant for the redevelopment of the former BASF brownfield site, and tabled an offer on surplus lots. All votes were 4-0 with Chairman Piepmeyer absent.

• Approved $120,242.98 contract with Sound Decisions for FY22 (4-0)
• Approved $500,000 Golden LEAF grant for BASF brownfield redevelopment (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda less item 7.2 (4-0)
• Approved $40,000 Tyler Technologies Energov Assist support package (4-0)
• Approved DSS budget decrease of $36,588 for Crisis Intervention Program (4-0)
• Tabled offer on three surplus lots on River Bend
• Removed item 7.2 (DPS budget amendment) from agenda
• Pulled item 10.1 (Board of Adjustment appointment) from agenda