{"id":5731,"date":"2022-07-23T11:55:00","date_gmt":"2022-07-23T15:55:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/holden.me\/?p=5731"},"modified":"2022-08-03T11:57:10","modified_gmt":"2022-08-03T15:57:10","slug":"poa-newsletter-july-23-2022","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/holden.me\/2022\/07\/23\/poa-newsletter-july-23-2022\/","title":{"rendered":"POA Newsletter: July 23, 2022"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Board of Commissioners&#8217; Meeting Agenda<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>July 2022<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>TOWN OF HOLDEN BEACHBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS\u2019 REGULAR MEETING&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;HOLDEN BEACH TOWN HALL \u2013 PUBLIC ASSEMBLY&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Invocation&nbsp;2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Call to Order\/ Welcome3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Pledge of Allegiance4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Agenda Approval&nbsp;Added 7A &nbsp;(budget amendment) and 23A (a closed session to consult with the attorney).&nbsp; Approved as amended.5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Approval of Minutes&nbsp;All approved.a.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Minutes of the Special Meeting of May 31, 2022<br>b.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Minutes of the Special Meeting of June 10, 2022<br>c.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 21, 20226.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Public Comments on Agenda Items<\/li><li><\/li><li>James Bauer, 329 OBW, golf carts have many inherent dangers.&nbsp; Besides the obvious problems, the lithium ion batteries are extremely dangerous due to the flammability.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Tracey Thomas, 109 Frigate, discussed the concerns about lowering the speed limit on OBW during the offseason.&nbsp; She quoted from the NCDOT study that determined the speed limit is currently correct.<\/li><li>Other&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/holdenbeachpoa.wildapricot.org\/EmailTracker\/LinkTracker.ashx?linkAndRecipientCode=rsWmbsk%2bDDmK03KWrkFRUCxNXqjJUjLba9zhOinSI6x62Tv9Ky%2bhc%2fgfvaceLWP3SJHgQQK0Ogsn8BQipUVKWlMq%2bl%2f9fefRyqv1NjNh6yw%3d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">letters are online<\/a>.<\/li><li>7.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Discussion and Possible Action on National Park &amp; Recreation Month Proclamation \u2013 Assistant Town Manager Ferguson&nbsp;Approved unanimously.8.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Discussion and Possible Setting of Public Hearing for NC Public Beach and Coastal Waterfront Access Grant Application \u2013 Assistant Town Manager Ferguson&nbsp;Grant application for Hatteras ramp and walkway on the 50\u2019 access parcel at the Pier. Voted unanimously to set a Public Hearing prior to the August Regular Meeting.9.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Police Report \u2013 Chief Dixon&nbsp;&nbsp;Two officers short, not much to report on.&nbsp;&nbsp;Be ready for storms.&nbsp;10. Discussion and Possible Action on Golf Cart Violation Reporting Tasker \u2013 Mayor Pro Tem Smith and Commissioner Kwiatkowski&nbsp;Follow up on a previous request to get a monthly report on golf cart violations. Police Chief concerned about discrimination. Police Department says they can\u2019t provide the data.&nbsp; The PD agreed to provide a report.11. Discussion and Possible Action on Speed Limit on Ocean Boulevard \u2013 Commissioner Dyer&nbsp;Concerned about the 45 MPH on OBW in the offseason.&nbsp; After Bike Lanes are put in it will become more dangerous.&nbsp; Motion to keep the speed limit 35 MPH year-round, passed 3-1 with Commissioner Smith voting to keep the current practice of changing limit to 45 MPH in the offseason.&nbsp; The actual ordinance change will be brought back next month for approval.12. Inspections Department Report \u2013 Inspections Director Evans &nbsp;Gave report on department\u2019s activities.&nbsp; Growth continues.13. Discussion and Possible Action on Ordinance 22-17, An Ordinance Amending Town of Holden Beach Code of Ordinances, Chapter 112: Peddlers \u2013 Inspections Director Evans&nbsp;Voted unanimously to allow sales on the strand from 10AM \u2013 6PM, April 1 to November 1.&nbsp; A brick-and-mortar store on the island is required.&nbsp; Ordinance to be sent to the Town Attorney for review and pending no issues go into effect August 1.a.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Fee Schedule Revision&nbsp;Fee was revised to add $250 for a license and $1000 per cart, for up to five carts14. Discussion and Possible Action on Status Update for Wetland Delineation of Marsh and 800 Block Lots \u2013 Inspections Director Evans&nbsp;Delineation revealed nine parking spots on Sailfish, four on Sand Dollar, none on Scotch Bonnet. There is room to add a lot in the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/holdenbeachpoa.wildapricot.org\/EmailTracker\/LinkTracker.ashx?linkAndRecipientCode=E3n4iNNm9DvvoMpPnAMsf6h1WT3hpxWpc6MiS9MJmVXCQ%2feCUwWc8abDdRjYFDIGAhrKsLrnscXFw8gOP1zBd3KD35jU27cEPk9B9tNVaj0%3d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">800 block&nbsp;<\/a>and some spots in the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/holdenbeachpoa.wildapricot.org\/EmailTracker\/LinkTracker.ashx?linkAndRecipientCode=8xIoDbOmYFVHxKj20zhoLlS1zbHDiR3Y8eyimyc1t7jSDjrjNp30bmW9Qcr7MH5gXrowmHSiy%2byyeUHsGjCnQTG5uP%2fPmh%2f7bdEK59ip%2fNA%3d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">700 Block<\/a>, with possible additional spots for golf carts.&nbsp;&nbsp;No action taken.&nbsp; Bulkheading is needed and desired, but funds are not available.&nbsp;&nbsp;15. Discussion and Possible Approval of Resolution 22-07, Resolution of Intent to Permanently Close a Portion of Carolina Avenue \u2013 Town Clerk Finnell &nbsp;&nbsp;Public Hearing set for immediately prior to September Regular Meeting.16. Discussion and Possible Action on Statements of Qualifications Received for Block Q and the Pier Properties \u2013 Town Manager Hewett&nbsp;Only one bid was received.&nbsp; Commissioners asked the Town Manager to send it out for bids again.17. Discussion of Post &amp; Rope Definitions and Other Considerations Related to Section 95.05 Streets Rights-of-Way and Determination of Next Steps \u2013 Commissioner Kwiatkowski&nbsp;Discussed forming a committee to review Post-n-Rope, but decided to ask the League of Municipalities about the liability issue of items in the rights-of-way.18. Discussion and Possible Selection of Members to Serve on Town Boards \u2013 Town Clerk Finnell&nbsp;&nbsp;Peggy Schiavone and Keith Smith were appointed to the Parks and Rec Board.&nbsp;&nbsp; Richard Griffin was appointed to a regular position on the Board of Adjustment and Gerald Arnold and Rick McInturf will serve as Alternates.&nbsp; John Cain was appointed to the regular position on the Planning and Zoning Board.&nbsp;&nbsp; Mark Francis and Aldo Rovito were appointed to the alternate positions.&nbsp;19. Discussion and Possible Action on Monthly Financial Report Content \u2013 Commissioner Kwiatkowski&nbsp;Town Manager and Inspection Department will bring suggestions back about the appropriate level of detail to be put in place for September.20. Public Comments on General Items<\/li><li>Talah Woods, a Supply resident, concerned about the lack of lifeguards.<\/li><li>Keith Smith, Durham St. commented that regarding golf carts it is up to parents to keep children safe, not ordinances.<\/li><li>21. Town Manager\u2019s Report<\/li><li>FEMA Project Special Obligation Bonds have rolled over to a new interest rate.&nbsp; It has not been determined if interest is reimbursable.<\/li><li>Seagull street was paved.&nbsp; The shared cost appears to be $2800 per 50\u2019 lot for property owners on Seagull.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Town is still down five employees.<\/li><li>Enabling legislation for all paid parking revenue to be used as desired passed the NC General Assembly.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Lift Station #1 (the one near the bridge) needs to be upfitted and have increased capacity.&nbsp; It is not in the Capital Plan.&nbsp;<\/li><li>22. Mayor\u2019s&nbsp;Comments&nbsp;The Mayor and Town Attorney prepared legal action regarding a proposed Shark Fishing Tournament. &nbsp;The Town is not opposed to fishing from the beach but is opposed to shark fishing near swimmers.&nbsp; The tournament has been postponed until October.&nbsp; It is hurricane season, the Town is prepared.&nbsp; The traffic on the weekends is better this year, kudos to the PD department for blocking left-hand turns as people come off the bridge.&nbsp; The concerts are going well; crowd behavior has improved.&nbsp;&nbsp;23. Board of Commissioners\u2019 Comments<\/li><li>Commissioner Smith complimented the concerts and thanked the Board volunteers.&nbsp; We need to do something about LSVs, contact him!&nbsp; He recognized Gerald Brown\u2019s passing.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Commissioner Murdock also thanked the volunteers, he also recognized Gerald Brown and his family.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Commissioner Dyer thanked the staff, volunteers, and remembered Gerald Brown.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Commissioner Kwiatkowski recognized the volunteers.&nbsp; She discussed the storm water issue and said it is a work in progress and also remembered Gerald.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 23A. Added Agenda item: Executive Session to consult with Town&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Attorney.&nbsp; No action taken.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 24. Adjournment<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/holdenbeachpoa.wildapricot.org\/EmailTracker\/LinkTracker.ashx?linkAndRecipientCode=14CACOzBZz3al5nMPVT7RNOx7PBLHM%2fUKCztib63xti1rUgik6y6U1StaRyJ%2fn3xmdqDvEe2qwuFB%2bLu7n0rZSnUJ%2bUafVpnY3Y24GSGZHA%3d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here for the meeting packet<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/holdenbeachpoa.wildapricot.org\/EmailTracker\/LinkTracker.ashx?linkAndRecipientCode=MdZxCcZF1zghH0nqyd4u64KUghQlVV2tkb0VETAZo8fAjbx3i0toYwcwApcvZO4zKCeS13MvGUfyaWBvXjtnrLI7YGdM8q44d9RL3oRlYYc%3d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here for the audio<\/a>&nbsp;of the meeting.&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Board of Commissioners&#8217; Meeting Agenda July 2022 TOWN OF HOLDEN BEACHBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS\u2019 REGULAR MEETING&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;HOLDEN BEACH TOWN HALL \u2013 PUBLIC ASSEMBLY&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Invocation&nbsp;2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Call to Order\/ Welcome3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Pledge of Allegiance4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Agenda Approval&nbsp;Added 7A &nbsp;(budget amendment) and 23A (a closed session to consult [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":3706,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"image","meta":{"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[199],"tags":[],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/holden.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Screen-Shot-2018-06-15-at-10.20.02-PM.png?fit=1866%2C1086&ssl=1","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/holden.me\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5731"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/holden.me\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/holden.me\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/holden.me\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/holden.me\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5731"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/holden.me\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5731\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5732,"href":"https:\/\/holden.me\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5731\/revisions\/5732"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/holden.me\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3706"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/holden.me\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5731"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/holden.me\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=5731"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/holden.me\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=5731"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}