Forest City public meetings in 2024
33 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Planning and Adjustment - 19 Dec 2024 - CANCELLED
The Forest City Board of Planning and Adjustment meeting scheduled for December 19, 2024 was cancelled. Consequently, no decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting. All agenda items remain pending for future consideration.
Regular Council
The Forest City Town Council will discuss declaring a 2007 Ford F150 truck (VIN 1FTRF14W87NA58350) as surplus. Commissioners will review ex‑officio appointments to several boards and committees. The council will consider appointing a Mayor Pro‑Tem and receive a financial update from Finance Director Roxanne Stiles. A manager’s report will be given, including updates on Project Igloo on Nuway Packing Road.
- Declaration of surplus for a 2007 Ford F150 truck (VIN 1FTRF14W87NA58350)
- Ex‑officio appointments to ABC Board, ADA Board, Beautification Committee, Planning & Adjustment Board, Cemetery Committee, Forest City Owls Liaison, Housing Authority, Library Board, and Recreation Commission
- Appointment of Mayor Pro‑Tem
- Financial update presented by Finance Director Roxanne Stiles
- Manager’s report covering Project Igloo on Nuway Packing Road and Daniel Road subdivision plans
Regular Council
The Town Council will discuss an updated Information Technology Systems Acceptable Use Policy and review financial statements for October. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding personnel matters.
- Information Technology Systems Acceptable Use Policy update
- October Financials report
- Closed session for personnel under G.S. 143-318.11(a)(6)
Regular Council
The Forest City Town Council will review and vote on the FY 25 budget amendment. The agenda also includes presentations of the FY 24 audit and a North Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety Grant. New business items cover the 2025 council meeting schedule and an informational FY 26 budget calendar. A closed‑session will discuss a potential property acquisition.
- FY 25 Budget Amendment
- FY 26 Budget Calendar – information only
- Audit Presentation FY 24 – financial statements draft
- North Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety Grant presentation
- Closed session on potential property acquisition (G.S. 143‑318.11(5))
Special Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will consider Resolution 732 to declare five Dodge Charger vehicles surplus and authorize their transfer to the Mitchell County Sheriff’s Department. The resolution follows a request from the sheriff’s department and complies with N.C. Gen. Stat. 160A-280. Adoption of the resolution will make the transfer effective immediately.
- Declaration of five Dodge Charger vehicles (four 2016 models, one 2018 model) as surplus property
- Authorization for the Finance Director to execute documents needed for the transfer
- Transfer of the vehicles to the Mitchell County Sheriff’s Department
- Resolution 732 to be effective upon adoption by the Board
- Public notice of the intent to transfer was provided at least five days prior
Regular Council
The Forest City Council approved a local industrial grant to support Project Igloo, a proposed business investment that could create 26 jobs and bring $12.5 million in investment. The body also discussed awarding contracts for water system improvements and a SCADA system, and supported a legislative change to Rutherford County's occupancy tax rules.
- Resolution to approve $75,000 local match for Project Igloo industrial recruitment
- Recommendation to award $735,000 SCADA project to Piedmont Automation
- Recommendation to award Harmon Street water system improvements contract
- Resolution supporting modification to Rutherford County occupancy tax legislation
- Hurricane/Disaster Debris Removal Interlocal Agreement with Rutherford County
Board of Planning and Adjustment
The Forest City Board of Planning and Adjustment will meet to address standard agenda items such as call to order, planning board business, historic preservation business, and adjournment. The primary decision item is the review of Special Use Permit SUP-2024-0002 for a Civic and Non‑Profit Youth Center located at 0 Hardin Rd (parcel 432442). The board will discuss the application and determine whether to approve the permit.
- Special Use Permit SUP-2024-0002 for a Civic and Non‑Profit Youth Center at 0 Hardin Rd (parcel 432442)
Regular Council - 07 Oct 2024 - CANCELED
The regular Forest City Council meeting scheduled for October 7, 2024 was canceled. The next regular council meeting is set for October 21, 2024 at 6:00 pm. No agenda items were presented for the canceled meeting.
Board of Planning and Adjustment - 03 Oct 2024 - CANCELLED
The meeting scheduled for October 3, 2024, was cancelled. The agenda had listed a special use permit request for a youth center, but no action was taken.
- SUP-2024-0002: Special Use Permit request for a Civic and Non-Profit Youth Center at 0 Hardin Rd
Board of Planning and Adjustment - 19 Sep 2024 - CANCELLED
The Town of Forest City Board of Planning and Adjustment meeting scheduled for September 19, 2024 was cancelled. As a result, no agenda items, including the special use permit for a youth center or the rezoning request, will be acted upon at this time.
Regular Council
The Council will hold a public hearing regarding a request by Rutherford County to rezone 47.43 acres at 0 Piney Ridge Rd from industrial (M-1) to high-density residential (R-6). The change would allow for a proposed single-family home development. Staff and the Board of Planning and Adjustment recommend approval despite inconsistency with the Comprehensive Plan.
- Public hearing for rezoning RZ 2024-0002 at 0 Piney Ridge Rd from M-1 to R-6
- Ordinance regarding repair, alteration, or closing of nonresidential buildings
- Street closure ordinances for Homecoming Parades, Cross-A-Thon, and Be the Light 5k
- Revised Forest City Clubhouse rate recommendations
- Financial report from Roxanne Stiles
Regular Council
The Forest City Council will consider a budget amendment ordinance and a public hearing for a rezoning request. The budget amendment appropriates funds for police alcohol education and the Electric Department's Lowe's tie line project.
- Budget Amendment Ordinance appropriating $300,000 for Electric Dept Lowe's tie line project
- Public Hearing for RZ 2024-0002: Rutherford County requests to rezone 47.43 acres at 0 Piney Ridge Rd from M-1 to R-6
- Budget Amendment appropriating $5,000 for Police Department alcohol education purchases
- Recognition of Forest City Heat Elite 5th Grade Team as National Champions
- Presentation on North Carolina League of Municipalities Law Enforcement Risk Review
Board of Planning and Adjustment
The Board of Planning and Adjustment will review rezoning application RZ‑2024‑0002 to change the zoning of the property at 0 Piney Ridge Rd from M‑1 to R‑6. The board will also consider reappointing Sonja Smith and Robert Mellnik to the Board and the Historic Preservation Commission. Additionally, the board will be introduced to a Multi‑Modal Transportation Plan proposed by Town Planner Preston Janco with lead from NC Fellow Elias Henderson.
- RZ‑2024‑0002: Rezoning of 0 Piney Ridge Rd from M‑1 to R‑6 (requested by Rutherford County)
- Reappointment recommendation for Sonja Smith (term expires July 2027)
- Reappointment recommendation for Robert Mellnik (term expires July 2027)
- Introduction of Multi‑Modal Transportation Plan – draft objectives and timeline presented
Regular Council
The Forest City Council will hear public comments on rezoning request RZ‑2024‑0001, which seeks to change the zoning of 1136 Doggett Rd from R‑15 to R‑20 to allow a manufactured home. The meeting also includes the appointment of Kisha McDowell to the Board of Planning and Adjustment, a resolution to accept an offer on a portion of Riverside Drive, an ordinance for the 2024 Street Closure Car Show, and a police department budget amendment.
- Public hearing on rezoning 1136 Doggett Rd (R‑15 to R‑20) – RZ‑2024‑0001
- Appointment of Kisha McDowell to the Board of Planning and Adjustment
- Resolution to accept offer for a portion of property on Riverside Drive
- Ordinance establishing street closure for the 2024 Car Show event
- Budget amendment for the Police Department
Board of Planning and Adjustment
The Forest City Board of Planning and Adjustment will consider a variance request (VAR-2024-0006) to reduce the required minimum lot width from 100 feet to 81.62 feet for 232 Forest Hill Dr. The board will also hear a member recommendation from Tikisha McDowell, who submitted a letter of interest and resume to fill the expiring term of Kim Warner. Additional agenda items include approval of prior minutes and historic preservation business.
- VAR-2024-0006: Lot width variance request for 232 Forest Hill Dr to lower minimum width to 81.62 ft (current 100 ft).
- Board member recommendation: Tikisha McDowell submitted a letter of interest and resume to fill Kim Warner's expiring term.
- Approval of minutes from the June 20, 2024 meeting.
- Historic preservation business (no specific items listed).
Regular Council
The Council is calling for a public hearing for rezoning request RZ 2024-0001. Kaitlyn Byars is requesting to change the zoning of 1136 Doggett Rd from R-15 to R-20 to permit a manufactured home.
- Public hearing call for rezoning 1136 Doggett Rd
- Approval of June 17, 2024 meeting minutes
Board of Planning and Adjustment
The Board of Planning and Adjustment will consider rezoning property at 1136 Doggett Rd from R-15 to R-20. The board will also review an application from Tikisha McDowell to fill a vacancy on the board.
- Rezoning request RZ-2024-0001 (R-15 to R-20) at 1136 Doggett Rd
- Board member vacancy application from Tikisha McDowell
Regular Council
The Council is reviewing the recommended FY25 budget, which includes a total of $43,360,537 in funds. The agenda also includes an ordinance for the Meet Me at the Fountain 5k and a recommendation to award a sewer rehabilitation contract.
- FY25 Budget Ordinance with a $.59 tax rate per $100 valuation
- Sewer rehabilitation contract award to Father and Son Enterprises, LLC
- Ordinance for the Meet Me at the Fountain 5k on July 27, 2024
- May 2024 financial report regarding cash balances
Board of Planning and Adjustment
The Board of Planning and Adjustment will consider two applications regarding a residential care facility at 324 Horn Bottom Rd. These include a request for a variance to adjust square footage and setback requirements, as well as a special use permit application.
- Variance VAR-2024-0005: Request to lower the 10,000 square foot minimum to 8,500 square feet and the 20-foot setback to 4 feet at 324 Horn Bottom Rd.
- Special Use Permit SUP-2024-0001: Application for a residential care facility at 324 Horn Bottom Rd.
- Oath of office for Parker Tate.
Regular Council
The Council will hold public hearings on the FY25 recommended budget and a proposed text amendment for the C-T zoning district. The amendment would require multi-family residential developments in this district to provide a parking study to determine necessary spaces.
- Public hearing for the FY25 Recommended Budget
- Text amendment TA-2024-0001 regarding parking requirements in the C-T district
- Presentation on the Forest City Owls Allstar update
Regular Council
The Council will review the recommended FY25 budget and call for a public hearing on the budget for June 3, 2024. The body is also considering a text amendment to parking requirements for multi-family residential uses in the C-T zoning district.
- Call for public hearing on text amendment TA 2024-0001 regarding C-T zoning parking
- Review of FY25 Recommended Budget
- United Bank Lease Amendment
- Budget Amendment 52024
- Appointment of Parker Tate to the Board of Planning and Adjustment
Board of Planning and Adjustment
The Board of Planning and Adjustment will meet to discuss a requested text amendment regarding the number of parking spaces required in the C-T zoning district. The proposal aims to avoid excessive parking in the Downtown Core area.
- TA-2024-0001: Text amendment for Chapter 9 Section 9.3.A regarding parking requirements in the C-T district
Regular Council
The Council will conduct a budget work session and review a list of equipment and vehicles to be declared surplus. The meeting includes a presentation on the Old Cool Springs Cemetery revitalization and a discussion on social district signage.
- Items to be declared surplus, including a 2014 Dodge RAM bucket truck, 1995 Gardner Denver Air Compressor, and 1989 Fiat Allis FD7 Bull Dozer
- Budget work session led by Town Manager Janet Mason
- Presentation by Gavin Hughes on the Old Cool Springs Cemetery Eagle Scout Project
- Discussion of Social District signage
- Review of financial reports for February and March 2024
Regular Council - 01 Apr 2024 - Budget Work Session
The Town Council is meeting for a budget work session. No other specific items or decisions are listed on the agenda.
Board of Planning and Adjustment
The Board of Planning and Adjustment will hold public hearings regarding a proposed residential care facility. The applicant is seeking both a special use permit and a variance for square footage and setback requirements.
- Public hearing for VAR-2024-0005: Request to lower minimum square footage to 8,422 and setback to 6.4 feet at 324 Horn Bottom Rd
- Public hearing for SUP-2024-0001: Special Use Permit request for a Residential Care Facility at 324 Horn Bottom Rd
Regular Council
The Council will discuss reallocating a sworn animal control position to a part-time civilian role and a budget amendment for the Fire Department. Other agenda items include a bid for the Park Square Depot Farmers Market and financing for a combo truck.
- Recommendation to employ a part-time civilian animal control officer
- Budget amendment for the Fire Department
- Bid recommendation for Park Square Depot Farmers Market
- Resolution for Combo Truck financing
- FY 24 Audit Contract
Board of Planning and Adjustment
The Board of Planning and Adjustment will hold public hearings to consider three separate variance requests. These requests involve lot size requirements, wall signage limits, and parking lot design standards.
- VAR-2024-0002: Request by Larry Baber for a lot size variance at 162 Lancaster Dr to allow a lot of 11,690 square feet (minimum is 20,000)
- VAR-2024-0003: Request by Blair Image Elements and Coastal Sign Services for 2 additional wall signs and 56.16 sf of additional signage at 161 Plaza Dr
- VAR-2024-0004: Request by Arrowood Venture Properties LLC for a parking lot and driveway variance at 204 S Broadway St to install 6 parking spaces
Regular Council
The Town Council will discuss a financial analysis and budget for water and sewer enterprise funds. The session includes a review of a 10-year Capital Improvement Plan and three potential rate adjustment scenarios to address a projected $1.03M revenue shortfall for FY25.
- McNair Field Application for Use
- 10-Year Capital Improvement Plan totaling $37,676,300 for water and sewer
- Proposed Central Business District water line replacements costing $3,192,500
- Proposed Water Treatment Plant upgrades and repairs costing $4,584,400
- Proposed Wastewater Treatment Plant upgrades and repairs costing $3,120,200
Regular Council
The Council will consider three public hearings regarding zoning text amendments and a property reclassification. The body is also discussing the establishment of social districts and several new intergovernmental and lease agreements.
- Public hearing on TA 2023-0006 to allow temporary residency in RVs during new home construction
- Public hearing on RZ 2023-0003 to rezone 392 Arlington St from PRD to R-8
- Public hearing on TA 2023-0007 regarding residential care facility requirements at 324 Horn Bottom Rd
- Discussion of Social District ordinances for Burnt Chimney and Sip N Stroll
- Review of RRDC Forest City Farmers Market Lease Agreement
Board of Planning and Adjustment
The Board of Planning and Adjustment will meet to discuss a variance request for a single-family home. The applicant is seeking approval for a structure built 2.86 feet into the front setback.
- VAR-2024-0001: Front setback variance request for 385 Arlington St. by Kenneth Dotson (K D Custom Homes LLC)
Regular Council - Budget Work Session
The Town Council will meet for a budget work session led by Janet Mason. The meeting also includes a closed session.
- Budget work session led by Janet Mason
Board of Planning and Adjustment
The Board of Planning and Adjustment will meet to discuss a request for an accessory dwelling unit. The board will also review minutes from the December 21, 2023, meeting.
- SUP-2024-0001: Request by Phillip Dressendofer to build a two-car garage with living quarters for a short-term rental or mother-in-law residence
Regular Council
The Council is meeting to call for public hearings regarding recreational vehicle use, a residential rezoning, and residential care facility requirements. The body will also review a memorandum of agreement for municipal accounting and cybersecurity services.
- Public hearing call for TA 2023-0006 regarding temporary RV use during construction
- Public hearing call for RZ 2023-0003 to rezone 392 Arlington St from PRD to R-8
- Public hearing call for TA 2023-0007 regarding a residential care facility at 324 Horn Bottom Rd
- NCLM Municipal Accounting Services, Cybersecurity and Technical Assistance MOA
- Declaration of police vehicles as surplus