Rutherfordton public meetings in 2024
19 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Town Council
The Town Council will administer oaths of office to new members and elect a Mayor Pro Tempore. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning application for 316 N Main St.
- Public hearing for REZ 03-24 rezoning to RMST at 316 N Main St
- Offer to Purchase Contract for 0.2 acres from SRI Five LLC
- Contract for services with Rostan regarding FEMA
- NC Emergency Management Public Assistance Agreement #1965
- Oaths of office for Douglas Sheets and Alan Herrick
Planning Board
The Planning Board will discuss three development items: a rezoning application for 316 N. Main Street, a preliminary plat approval for Phase 2 of the Cowan Lofts subdivision, and a subdivision proposal for the N. Mitchell/W. 3rd Street site. Staff recommends approving the rezoning to combine the Civic‑district lot with an adjacent RMST lot to allow expansion of the historic St. John’s Episcopal/Trinity Lutheran Church building. Staff also finds the Cowan Lofts Phase 2 subdivision to meet all standards, including lot size, frontage, sidewalk, street right‑of‑way, and landscaping requirements. The board will also vote on the consent agenda to approve minutes from the September 12 meeting.
- Rezoning of 316 N. Main St. (parcel #1616340) from Civic (CIV) to Residential Main Street Transitional (RMST) to combine with adjacent vacant parcel #1207990
- Preliminary plat approval request for Phase 2 of the Cowan Lofts (Young Apartments) major subdivision at 198 Cowan St., parcel #1203720, adding five single‑family residences
- Subdivision site‑plan review for N. Mitchell/W. 3rd St., parcel #21212 (C‑BASE project)
- Consent agenda – approval of minutes from the September 12, 2024 meeting
Town Council
The council will declare two town-owned vehicles surplus and sell them through an online auction. It will adopt a resolution supporting a modification to Rutherford County's occupancy tax legislation. It will also authorize the liquidation of 3,998 Dominion Energy shares held by the town. Additional items include a funding request for the Recreation Trust Fund and a call for a public hearing on rezoning 316 North Main Street.
- Resolution 14-25: Declare surplus property (1999 Ford F‑450 and 2005 International 7300) for auction
- Resolution 16-25: Support modification of Rutherford County occupancy tax enabling legislation
- Resolution 17-25: Authorize sale of 3,998 Dominion Energy shares held by the town
- Recreation Trust Fund: Request for town council funding action
- Rezoning REZ‑03‑24: Request public hearing for 316 North Main Street rezoning
Historic Preservation Commission
The Historic Preservation Commission will review Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) applications for four different properties. The commission will also discuss options for enforcing the Historic District.
- COA hearing for 316 N Main St regarding a new two-story structure, breezeway, and garage
- COA hearing for a new sign at 196 North Main Street (Victoria Lace)
- COA hearing for 191 N Main Street
- COA hearing for a sign at 117 West Court Street (Foothills Healthcare)
- Discussion on Historic District Enforcement Options
Town Council
The council will adopt Ordinance 14-25, authorizing the Planning Board to serve as the Historic Preservation Commission for one year. It will approve Resolution 15-25 to sell the town's 3,998 Dominion Energy shares as required by state law. New business includes FY25 budget amendment ordinances (13-25 and 16-25) and approval of Task Order 2 with WithersRavenel for the Rutherfordton WWTP Rehabilitation Project.
- Ordinance 14-25: Planning Board authorized to act as Historic Preservation Commission (effective Oct 2, 2024 – Oct 2, 2025)
- Resolution 15-25: Authorizes sale of 1,999 Certified and 1,999 Electronic Dominion Energy shares (total 3,998 shares)
- Ordinance 13-25: FY25 Budget Amendment
- Ordinance 16-25: FY25 Budget Amendment
- Task Order 2 with WithersRavenel for Rutherfordton WWTP Rehabilitation Project
Historic Preservation Commission
The commission is reviewing several Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) requests for signs and exterior modifications. The meeting includes a discussion regarding a historic district violation for work performed without approval.
- COA request for Foothills Healthcare sign at 117 West Court Street
- COA request for 191 N Main Street including lanterns, a cast iron sign, gold stamped tin ceiling, window signage, and awnings
- Notice of Violation and retroactive COA request for 265 North Main Street
- COA request for Victorian Lace sign at 196 North Main Street
- Discussion of COA application for 316 North Main Street
Planning Board
The Rutherfordton Planning Board approved the consent agenda, including minutes from the August 8 meeting. The board recommended and unanimously carried a rezoning of 160 Executive Drive (Parcel #1651722) and the adjacent 0 Executive Drive (Parcel #1654276) from Industrial to Mixed‑Use 2. It also approved a rezoning of 200 N. Cleghorn St. (Parcel #1200820) from Residential Main Street Transition to Mixed‑Use 2 to allow a mini‑golf, arcade, and dining venue. All actions were recorded as unanimous approvals.
- Rezoning of 160 Executive Drive (Parcel #1651722) from Industrial to Mixed‑Use 2
- Rezoning of adjacent 0 Executive Drive (Parcel #1654276) to Mixed‑Use 2
- Rezoning of 200 N. Cleghorn St. (Parcel #1200820) from Residential Main Street Transition to Mixed‑Use 2 for mini‑golf and arcade
- Approval of August 8 Planning Board meeting minutes
Town Council
The Town Council will conduct public hearings regarding the annexation of 86.21 acres and rezoning requests for 160 Executive Drive and 200 N Cleghorn St. The body will also consider budget amendments for traffic calming and Norris Park.
- Public hearing for annexation of 86.21 acres (RSMB Holdings and US Precision Cabinetry LLC)
- Public hearings for rezonings at 160 Executive Dr and 200 N Cleghorn St
- Ordinance 09-25 FY 25 Budget Amendment for traffic calming
- Ordinance 08-25 Norris Park Budget Amendment
- Resolution 10-25 regarding Habitat for Humanity conveyance of Lots 2, 3, and 5
Planning Board
The Planning Board will review proposals to rezone properties on Executive Drive and N. Cleghorn Street to Mixed-Use 2. The board will also consider a sign request for Rutherford Family Acupuncture.
- Rezoning of 160 Executive Drive and 0 Executive Drive from Industrial to Mixed-Use 2 for homes, retail, and office space
- Rezoning of 200 N. Cleghorn St. from Residential Main Street Transition to Mixed-Use 2 for a mini-golf course, arcade, and dining
- Certificate of Appropriateness request for a Rutherford Family Acupuncture sign
- Review of June 13th meeting minutes
Town Council
The Rutherfordton Town Council will review a consent agenda, hold a public hearing, and address old and new business items. New business includes an annexation petition for 86.21 acres (RSMB Holdings and US Precision Cabinetry LLC), rezoning applications for 160 Executive Dr and 200 N. Cleghorn St, a budget amendment, and a resolution proclaiming September 2024 as “Turn the Town Teal Month”. The council will also consider sewer project funding, a grant support letter, and a special event permit for the Hilltop Fall Festival.
- Annexation petition for 86.21 acres – ANX 01-24 – RSMB Holdings and US Precision Cabinetry LLC
- Rezoning application for 160 Executive Dr (parcels 1651722 & 1654276) – REZ 01-24
- Rezoning application for 200 N. Cleghorn St – REZ 02-24
- Resolution 04-25 proclaiming September 2024 as “Turn the Town Teal Month”
- Ordinance 07-25 FY 25 Budget Amendment
Town Council
The Rutherfordton Town Council will conduct a public hearing regarding a restated development agreement with LRB Park Crossing, LLC. The council will also consider fiscal year 2025 budget amendments and an ordinance regarding fire false alarms. Additionally, the agenda includes architectural reports for 134 Maple Street.
- Public hearing: Development Agreement with LRB Park Crossing, LLC
- Architectural report presentation for 134 Maple Street
- Ordinance 01-25 FY 25 Budget Amendment
- Social District Boundary Expansion Request for Mint District
- On-call agreement request with WithersRavenel for sewer projects
Planning Board
The Rutherfordton Planning Board will review Certificate of Appropriateness requests for properties on West Court Street and North Main Street. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the May 9th meeting.
- COA request for 141 West Court Street involving new paint and lighting
- COA request for 177 N. Main Street regarding a business sign
- Approval of May 9th Planning Board minutes
Town Council
The Town Council will hold a public hearing on the recommended Fiscal Year 2025 budget and vote on Ordinance 24-24 for its adoption. The proposed General Fund budget includes $5,659,840 in revenues and sets a property tax rate of $0.47 per $100 valuation. Other agenda items include law enforcement contracts and real estate purchase offers.
- Adoption of Fiscal Year 2025 Budget (Ordinance 24-24)
- Contract with Rutherfordton ABC Board for Law Enforcement
- Offer to Purchase Contract for 151 S. Washington St
- Resolution 24-24 declaring surplus property for auction
- Budget Amendment for Fiscal Year 2024 (Ordinance 25-24)
Town Council
The Town Council will review a space needs study for the Police Department and the Manager's recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2025. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding a budget amendment for FY24. Additionally, the council will consider several board and committee appointments.
- Police Department Phase 1 Study on space needs and building evaluation
- FY 25 Manager's Recommended Budget presentation
- Ordinance No. 23-24 FY24 Budget Amendment
- Resolution 21-24 Board Appointments
Town Council
The Rutherfordton Town Council will vote on declaring April as Child Abuse Prevention Month, approving a $38,000 tractor trade-in, and amending the FY24 Powell Bill budget by $64,850. Staff will present updates on police facility space needs and Kiwanis Park improvements. A special meeting is scheduled for April 16 at 230 N. Cleghorn St. to continue discussions on the Fiscal Year 2025 budget.
- Resolution 19-24 designates April 2024 as Child Abuse Prevention Month
- Resolution 20-24 authorizes trade-in of a Massey Ferguson tractor valued at $38,000
- Ordinance 22-24 adds $64,850 to the FY24 Powell Bill fund balance and capital outlay
- Presentations cover C-Design police space analysis and Kiwanis Park/Eric Wells Shelter updates
- Special called meeting set for April 16 at Public Works Building (230 N. Cleghorn St.) for FY25 budget talks
Town Council
The Town Council will consider ordinances for ARPA and Fiscal Year 2024 budget amendments. The agenda also includes a contract request for the FY24 audit by Martin & Starnes & Associates, CPA. Additionally, the council will review the Food Art & Brew 2024 event series.
- Ordinance 20-24: ARPA Budget Amendment
- Ordinance 21-24: FY24 Budget Amendment
- FY24 Audit Contract with Martin & Starnes & Associates, CPA
- Resolution 17-24: Food Art & Brew 2024 Series road closures
- Redevelopment Commission board appointments (Resolution 18-24)
Town Council
The council will discuss initial fiscal year 2025 budget priorities and review a design update for Norris Park. The agenda also includes a presentation regarding an architectural RFQ for Town Hall.
- Norris Park design update by Case Neal of Destination by Design
- Town Hall architectural RFQ from CPL Architecture
- Initial Fiscal Year 2025 budget discussions and priorities
Town Council
The Town Council is considering text amendments to update height and density standards for the Main Street zoning district. The meeting also includes a presentation of the Fiscal Year 2023 audited financial statement.
- Public hearing for Rutherfordton Development Ordinance text amendment (Articles 7, 8, and 9)
- Ordinance 18-24 regarding Main Street zoning district height and density
- Ordinance 19-24 FY24 Budget Amendment
- Appointment of Christy Houser to the Planning Board
- Presentation of Fiscal Year 2023 Audited Financial Statement
Town Council
The Town Council is discussing options to increase height restrictions and density downtown to align with the 2040 plan. The meeting also includes several budget amendments and a resolution to rename streets affected by the 221 bypass.
- Resolution 15-24: Renaming E 2nd St, Collette St, Southern St, Oak St, and Reese St effective March 1, 2024
- Ordinance 15-24: Budget amendment for $1,650,000 for a fire truck and $4,000,000 for facilities construction
- Ordinance 16-24: FY 2024 budget amendment including $130,613 for capital outlay and $29,800 for community grants
- Ordinance 17-24: Budget amendment for $87,500 for Greenway & Trail Construction
- Proposed text amendments to the Development Ordinance regarding downtown density and height