Board of Commissioners
April 18th Meeting Recap
A regular meeting of the Board of Commissioners was held on April 18th. The following actions were taken:
- The Board approved an agreement with McGill Associates for Stormwater Management and Consulting Services in the amount of $131,200.
- An award of contract was made to Highland Paving for roadway work for Tide Ridge Drive, Pointe West Drive and Ranger Street. The contract is for $126,000.
- Chief Dixon reviewed the Police Report. He reported that the Days at the Dock festival will be held April 29th and 30th. He reminded everyone that low speed vehicles need to follow all motor vehicle laws. Click here to view a short PSA from Chief Dixon.
- Inspections Director Evans gave the Inspections Department monthly report. He provided details on information he plans to take to the Planning & Zoning Board for review.
- Inspections Director Evans explained the Town currently allows a maximum of 30% impervious coverage, with 100% onsite containment on our sites. Neighboring municipalities allow more. The Board agreed to send the Town’s current ordinance to the Planning & Zoning Board for review.
- Inspections Director Evans reviewed the Public Facilities Inspections List and Schedule that staff developed.
- The Board discussed the parcourse fitness trail area. Damaged equipment has recently been removed. The Town is in the process of having the wetlands in the area delineated. Town Manager Hewett explained staff will perform routine maintenance on the fitness trail. A decision on how to protect the equipment will be made once the delineation is completed.
- The Board approved Resolution 23-09 to apply for grant funding through the state for a dredging project that is currently deemed critical in nature.
- A contract for the Public Beach and Coastal Waterfront Access Grant to construct a public beach access and Hattaras ramp at the pier and the associated budget amendment were approved.
- The Board directed staff to procure a mobile restroom trailer.
- The Board discussed the town-owned property at 796 Ocean Boulevard West.
- A proposed Rooftop Lease Agreement between the town and Dish Wireless was discussed. The Board instructed staff to request $2,000 per month, instead of the $1,500 Dish Wireless proposed.
- Resolution 23-08 was adopted. The resolution authorizes the town to join with other political subdivisions of the state as a participant in the NC Cooperative Liquid Assets Securities System.
- Staff was tasked with adding the town’s seal to town-owned vehicles.
- The Board added Discussion and Possible Approval of Key Bridge Foundation ADA Mediation Resolution Agreement to the agenda.
- The meeting was recessed to April 20th at 5:25 p.m.
Click here if you are interested in viewing the meeting packet.
You can also hear audio from the meeting by clicking here. Audio includes the town manager’s report and mayor/commissioner comments.
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