Town Council Work Session - March 31, 2020
Garner Town Council
Work Session Agenda
March 31, 2020
3:00pm
DISCUSSION/REPORTS
1. Impact of COVID-19 on the Town's Budget
Presenter: Mike Franks, Budget & Special Projects Manager
Provide an overview of the potential impact of COVID-19 on the Town's operating budget and options being implemented, or considered, to mitigate this impact.
2. Town Budget and Debt Capacity Update
Presenter: Mike Franks Budget & Special Projects Manager and Davenport Staff
Provide an overview of the Town's current budget process and receive an update on future borrowing capacity.
Dinner will be served for town officials in the Council Conference Room at 5:15 p.m.
3. Benefits Renewal
Presenter: BD Sechler, Human Resources Director
At the March 17, 2020 Council meeting, HR presented recommendations on benefits renewal for the upcoming 20/21 fiscal year.
Action: Consider approving recommendations
4. BRT Locally Preferred Alternative Discussion
Presenter: Presenter: Gaby Lontos-Lawlor, Senior Planner-Transportation and City of Raleigh staff City of Raleigh staff
Will provide an overview of public feedback received from the Wake BRT: Southern Corridor Kick-Off meetings and the online survey. Based on feedback and existing conditions analysis, the project team will explain the trade-offs between the different alternatives.
5. Converting CUDs to CDs and CUPs to SUPs - Introduction and Discussion
Presenter: Jeff Triezenberg, Planning Director
Discussion of procedural changes required by Session Law 2019-111 to be in place by January 1, 2021, and of associated modifications to the Use Table in Section 5.1 of the Garner UDO.
6. Vehicle and Equipment Replacement Process
Presenter: Mike Franks, Budget & Special Projects Manager
Provide an overview of the Town's vehicle and equipment replacement process.
7. Audit Contract for FY 2019-20
Presenter: David Beck, Finance Director
Audit contract with Mauldin & Jenkins to audit the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2020. The contract is presented using the standard contract format required by the Local Government Commission. Mauldin & Jenkins could begin interim audit work as early as May if the contract is in place. Action: Consider authorizing execution of a contract in the amount of $30,500
MANAGER REPORTS
ATTORNEY REPORTS
COUNCIL REPORTS
ADJOURNMENT
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Garner Town Council Regular Meeting - March 17, 2020
The Council will meet in regular session at 7:00 p.m. in the Garner Town Hall located at 900 7th Avenue.
Garner Town Council
Regular Session Agenda
March 17, 2020
7:00pm
Town Council Meetings Stream Live on Facebook here
PRESENTATIONS
1. Introduction of Miss Garner Megan Huff and Miss Garner Outstanding Teen, Hailey Wagner
Presenter: Harold Garner, Executive Director of Miss Garner Pageant Association
2. Presentation of Proclamation to Dianna Wynn Recognizing the Centennial of the 19th Amendment and the 100th Anniversary of the League of Women Voters
Presenter: Mayor Ken Marshburn
3. Introduction of Matthew Coppedge, Garner Chamber President and Farewell to Neal
Presenter: Ken Marshburn, Mayor
4. Garner Fire-Rescue Annual Report
Presenter: Matt Poole, Fire Chief
CONSENT AGENDA
Budget Amendment - Space Needs Study
Presenter: David Beck, Finance Director Council authorized contracting with IBI Group for a space needs study at the February 18, 2020 regular meeting. Funding for the study will come from available fund balance.
Action: Consider adopting Ordinance (2020) 4049
PUBLIC HEARINGS
OLD/NEW BUSINESS
1. 3rd Quarter Update
Presenter: Mike Franks, Budget & Special Projects Manager
2. Census 2020 Update
Presenter: Rick Mercier, Communications Manager and David Bamford, Planning Services Manager Staff will provide an update on the upcoming 2020 Census. Activities and outreach efforts will be discussed. Action: No action required
3. Lobbyist Report
Presenter: Sam Bridges, Lobbyist Mr. Bridges will provide updates on his activities and advise Town Council and staff on any pending actions that will put the Town in a better position as it relates to policy, funding, and advocacy.
Action: No action required
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Attorney Recommendation
Presenter: Mayor Ken Marshburn
MANAGER REPORTS
1. Garner info
2. Building & Permit Report
3. Traffic Calming
4. Schedule for March 31st and April 1st
5. Coronavirus Update
ATTORNEY REPORTS
COUNCIL REPORTS
CLOSED SESSION
Pursuant to N.C. General Statutes 143-318.11(a)(5) to discuss possible real estate acquisition
and the Town’s negotiating position regarding such real estate.
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Town Council Regular Meeting - March 2, 2020
The Council will meet in regular session at 7:00 p.m. in the Garner Town Hall located at 900 7th Avenue.
Garner Town Council
Regular Session Agenda
March 2, 2020
7:00pm
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PRESENTATIONS
The Economic Development Department will present the new marketing-based website for economic development. This website is being funded by the Garner Economic Development Corporation
Presenter: Joseph Stallings, Economic Development Director
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Annexation 19-12 (Starling) & Annexation 20-01 (Capaforte)
Presenter: Chris Johnson, Town Engineer
These 2 voluntary annexation petitions were submitted in order to connect to public water and sewer on Vandora Springs Rd. Single-family homes are proposed to be built on these properties. (ANX 19-12) Julie Starling – Satellite annexation, (ANX 20- 01) John Capaforte – Satellite annexation
Action: Consider adopting Resolution (2020) 2408 to set public hearings for April 6.
2. Recognition of Disposable Property
Presenter: Joe Binns, Interim Police Chief
Recognize service weapon and badge of First Class Officer Steven Doak as disposable property, so they can be awarded to him in recognition of his retirement from the Town after almost 15 years of service.
Action: Consider approving Resolution (2020) 2407.
3. Stop Conditions - Avenue at White Oak Phase 1
Presenter: Chris Johnson, Town Engineer
The Engineering Department is seeking approval of a two Stop Conditions in the Avenue at White Oak Phase 1 on White Oak Ridge Drive at the intersection with Garner Road and Eagle Rare Lane at the intersection with White Oak Ridge Drive to serve as basic traffic control measures.
Action: Consider adopting Ordinance (2020) 4044.
4. Stop Conditions - Minglewood Townhomes
Presenter: Chris Johnson, Town Engineer
The Engineering Department is seeking approval of four Stop Conditions in Minglewood Townhomes on Kineton Woods Way at the intersection with Minglewood Drive, Gosford Lane at the intersection with Kineton Woods Way, Wilmont Lane at the intersection with Minglewood Drive, and Wilmont Lane at the intersection with Gosford Lane to serve as basic traffic control measures.
Action: Consider adopting Ordinance (2020) 4045.
5. Budget Amendment – Asset Forfeiture
Presenter: David Beck, Finance Director
The Police Department is requesting to utilize $3,894 from Asset Forfeiture Restricted Fund Balance for the purchase of qualifying police department non-capital items. The funds will be used to purchase Narcan nasal spray which is used to treat individuals during an opioid overdose
Action: Consider adopting Ordinance (2020) 4046.
6. Budget Amendment – PRCR Donations
Presenter: David Beck, Finance Director The PRCR Department has received several donations from citizens towards the purchase of either memorial benches or bricks for the veteran's memorial. The donations will be used to purchase these items and have them installed.
Action: Consider adopting Ordinance (2020) 4047.
7. Council Meeting Minutes
Presenter: Stella Gibson, Town Clerk Council meeting minutes from January 21, 2020, January 28, 2020, February 3, 2020 Closed session minutes from January 21, 2020 and February 3, 2020
Action: Consider approving minutes.
8. Approval of Planning and Inspection Positions
Presenter: BD Sechler, Human Resources Director Approval of 1/1.0 new Planning Technician position in the Planning Department and 1/1.0 new Building Inspector position in Inspections.
Action: Consider recommending approval.
9. Budget Amendment - Planning and Inspection Technician Positions
Presenter: David Beck, Finance Director
At the February 25, 2020 work session meeting, staff from the Planning and Inspections departments presented staffing requests for Council consideration. After some questions and discussion, both requests received favorable feedback from Council and are now being presented for formal approval.
Action: Consider adopting Ordinance (2020) 4048.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. SUP-SP-19-12 Tru Hotel
Presenter: Stacy Harper, Principal Planner
Special Use Permit Site Plan application submitted by Herring-Sutton & Associates, PA for a hotel on a 4.17 +/- acre tract. The site is located at the rear of 545 US Highway 70 East and may be further identified as a portion of Wake County PIN# 1720-19-6910.
Action: Consider approving with conditions,
2. CUP-SP-19-21, US HWY 70 Dental Office
Presenter: Stacy Harper, Principal Planner Special Use Permit Site Plan application submitted by Herring-Sutton & Associates, PA for a medical office on a 1.56 +/- acre tract. The site is located at the front of 545 US Highway 70 East and may be further identified as a portion of Wake County PIN# 1720- 19-6910.
Action: Consider approving with conditions.
OLD/NEW BUSINESS
1. 2020 Annual Resurfacing Contract - Bid Award and Change Order #1
Presenter: Chris Johnson, Town Engineer
Staff to present information to Town Council regarding bid award of 2020 Annual Resurfacing Contract and to obtain approval for change order to add several streets to the contract due to competitive pricing received.
Action: Consider awarding project to Daniels Inc. of Garner; Approve CO#1; authorize Town Manager to execute contract and CO#1.
2. Appoint Deputy Finance Officer
David Beck, Finance Director
North Carolina General Statute chapter 159 requires each local government to have a finance officer, lays out the duties of the position, and allows for deputy finance officers to be appointed as needed. A duly appointed deputy finance officer has the authority to carry out all the required duties of the finance officer in their absence. Having a deputy finance officer provides financial safeguards and ensures that all duties of the finance officer position are adequately and effectively covered.
Action: Consider adopting Resolution (2020) 2409.
3. Human Resource Committee Appointment Recommendations
Presenter: HR Committee Members Elmo Vance and Demian Dellinger
The Human Resources Committee of the Town Council conducted interviews to fill mid- term vacancies on the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources and the Senior Center Advisory Boards. The Committee presents the following recommendations: PRCR - Mon Peng Yueh; Senior Center - Sharon Verity, Ann Morgan. The term of these appointments will be June 30, 2020.
Action: Consider appointing nominees.
4. UDO Re-Write Steering Committee Appointment Recommendations
Presenter: Jeff Triezenberg, Planning Director Request from the Planning Department to appoint members to serve on the Steering Committee for the UDO Re-Write project.
Action: Consider appointing recommended individuals
COMMITTEE REPORTS
MANAGER REPORTS
1. Garner info
2. Update on Fire MOU Committee
3. Census Update
4. Reschedule of BRT, March 3 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Senior Center
ATTORNEY REPORTS
COUNCIL REPORTS
ADJOURNMENT
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Town Council Work Session - February 25, 2020
Garner Town Council
Work Session Agenda
February 25, 2020
6:00pm
DISCUSSION/REPORTS
1. Jones Sausage Road Feasibility Study
Presenter: Gaby Lontos-Lawlor, Senior Planner-Transportation
The Planning Department will provide an overview of the study, which was completed by HDR to advance planned improvements along Jones Sausage Road, from the Amazon Fulfillment Center site to just south of US 70. The project is expected to include widening of the existing two-lane facility to a four-lane divided facility. Additionally, it includes the realignment of Jones Sausage Road, from just south of Partlo Street to US 70.
2. UDO Re-Write Steering Committee
Presenter: Jeff Triezenberg, Planning Director
Request from the Planning Department to have up to two (2) Council Members nominated for appointment to the Steering Committee for the UDO Re-Write project.
Action: Consider nominating up to two (2) Council Members for appointment at regular meeting on March 2, 2020
3. New Planning Technician Position Request
Jeff Triezenberg, Planning Director
Request from the Planning Department for additional staff resources to help restore an adequate level of staffing within the Department's Development Review Section that can better nurture a culture of excellent customer service for both the Section and the entire Department. Action: Consider authorizing a second full-time Planning Technician in the Planning Department
4. Inspection Staffing Needs
Presenters: John Hodges, Asst. Town Manager-Development Services and Tony Beasley, Inspections Director
To request mid-year staffing changes within the Inspection Department to meet current needs and mandates. Action: Consider approving staffing changes within the Inspection Department
5. Third Quarter Budget Update
Presenter: Mike Franks, Budget & Special Projects Manager
Staff will provide an overview of the Third Quarter Review Process.
MANAGER REPORTS
ATTORNEY REPORTS
COUNCIL REPORTS
ADJOURNMENT
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