Board of Commissioners

TOWN OF FUQUAY-VARINA BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 8, 2020 CALL TO ORDER Mayor John W. Byrne (physically present) called the regular meeting of the Fuquay- Varina Board of Commissioners to order on September 8, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. This meeting was conducted using the Zoom media platform due to state mandates for social distancing and mass gatherings to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 Novel Coronavirus. Commissioners Physically Present: Blake Massengill (Mayor Pro-Tem) Bill Harris Jason Wunsch Marilyn Gardner Larry Smith Commissioners Absent: None Others Physically Present: Town Manager Adam Mitchell IT Director Scott Clark Others Remotely Present: Assistant Town Manager Mark Matthews Assistant Town Manager Jim Seymour Town Clerk Rose Rich Town Attorney James Adcock ****************************** INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Commissioner Larry Smith provided the invocation and Mayor Pro-Tem Blake Massengill led the Pledge of Allegiance. ****************************** Virtual Meeting Protocol and Instructions Mayor Byrne asked Town Manager Mitchell to read aloud the virtual meeting protocol and instructions for public participation. Town Manager Mitchell stated that anyone wishing to participate in the meeting would need to either join using the Zoom media application or call into the Zoom meeting with the provided list of phone numbers on the Town’s website. Once joined, their microphones will be muted by the meeting host (IT Director Scott Clark). Town Manager Mitchell advised that there is a public comment period, and public hearings are scheduled for tonight’s meeting. The only time that the public will be able to address the Town Board will be during the public comments period at the beginning of the meeting and during the scheduled public hearings. Mayor Byrne will announce when the public can speak and when the Town Board is ready to receive comments. If someone from the public wishes to speak they will need to notify the Town’s meeting host by pressing the “raise hand” button in the Zoom application or by pressing star 9 (*9) on their phone keypad. Town Manager Mitchell stated that after someone from the public has raised their hand, they will be entered into a que. When it is time for someone from the public to speak, Mayor Byrne will ask the meeting host to recognize individuals by calling out their name or the last four digits of their phone number. Individuals will be unmuted at this time and allowed to speak. Town Manager Mitchell advised that the Town asks that individuals begin their comments by stating their name and address for the public record. The public is asked to keep all comments to three minutes so that all can be heard in a timely manner. Once an individual has finished addressing the Board they will be muted for the remainder of the meeting. ****************************** APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES The August 18, 2020 minutes of the regularly scheduled meeting of Town Board of Commissioners were presented and recommended for approval. MOTION: Commissioner Wunsch SECOND: Commissioner Harris MOTION RESULT: Passed Unanimously (5-0) ****************************** PRESENTATIONS Agenda Item No. 4A Introduction - Economic Development Director - Alyssa Byrd Town Manager Mitchell virtually introduced the Town’s new Economic Development Director, Alyssa Byrd. He gave an extensive overview of her background and stated that her prior work experience included working with the Chatham County Economic Development Commission where she most recently served as their president. Economic Development Director Byrd stated that she looks forward to joining this team and working with the community as well as businesses and stakeholders. Mayor Byrne welcomed Economic Development Director Byrd and stated that he feels that she will be an integral part of Fuquay-Varina’s growth. Each member of the Town Board also welcomed Economic Development Director Byrd and expressed their excitement to have her with the Town of Fuquay-Varina.  ****************************** PUBLIC COMMENTS: Macey Ruble, 6108 Bramlette Court, expressed concerns regarding the proposed removal of the pond related to the Rowland’s Grant subdivision. He stated that this matter is scheduled for the next Planning Board meeting and he is concerned that he would not be able to express his concerns during the public comments portion of the meeting as prior meetings of the Planning Board do not have a public comments section on the agenda. Town Manager Mitchell stated that there will be a general public comments section (but not a public hearing) at the beginning of the next Planning Board meeting so anyone will be able to address the Planning Board regarding this matter. Mr. Ruble stated that he feels that draining the pond would violate the Land Development Ordinances but was told by the Town Attorney that it would likely be passed by the Planning Board regardless. Town Manager Mitchell stated that he believes that the Town Attorney was referring to the subdivision plan as submitted, meeting the development standards of the Town, and that from what Mr. Ruble previously sited as a violation is a reference to a Board of Adjustment provision. Town Attorney James Adcock agreed with the Town Manager and stated that if the preliminary subdivision meets the Town’s standards and specifications the Planning Board would recommend approval. Fred Spinnenweber, 5032 Allanbrooke Lane, stated he would like to make comments on the rezoning (REZ-2020-13) and was not sure if he should speak at this time. Mayor Byrne stated that he could speak during the public hearing for Item 7A, which is scheduled later during the meeting. ****************************** ITEMS TABLED FROM PREVIOUS MEETING: Agenda Item No. 6.A: There were no items tabled from a previous meeting for the September 8, 2020 Town Board meeting. ****************************** PUBLIC HEARINGS: Agenda Item No. 7.A: Zoning Map Amendment - Mauldin-Watkins Surveying, PA - 6717 Old Mills Road - PIN 0678119862 - REZ-2020-13 Purpose – To consider a requested zoning map amendment for a total of 14.767 acres, located at 6717 Old Mills Road, from the Residential Agricultural (RA) Zoning District to the Residential Medium Density Conditional (RMD-CZD) Zoning District. Staff Comments – Town Manager Mitchell entered the agenda abstract and supporting documents for this agenda item into the official record of the Town. He then made the following remarks. The subject property totals 14.767 acres and is located in the Town's extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ). The property is subject to annexation but has not been submitted by the petitioner at this time. The property is currently a single-family residence and additionally farmland and partially forested. The zoning map amendment petition requests approval of the Residential Medium Density Conditional Zoning District (RMD- CZD), which is intended to permit proposed residential development and existing single-family detached, duplex, triplex, or quadplex residential uses. The petitioner has requested the following conditions of the site-specific uses be made applicable to the subject property: 1) All lots to have one single-family detached dwelling. 2) Vinyl siding is not permitted. Vinyl windows, decorative elements, and trim are permitted. 3) No unit shall be constructed with an exterior elevation and color palette identical to the unit on either side or directly across the street. 4) Any side or rear façade adjacent and visible from existing public ROW shall have either a covered or enclosed front or rear porch, or decorative trim or shutters around all windows. 5) Minimum of 24" masonry material at the base along the front façade and surrounding entryway shall be placed. 6) Garage doors shall contain windows, decorative details, or carriage style adornments. 7) Each unit shall have a front door with a minimum of 25% glazing, transom, or door sidelights. Surrounding properties are largely residential of varying densities. Properties range from Residential Agricultural (RA) to Residential Medium Density Conditional Zoning District (RMD-CZD) and their associated open spaces. To the immediate north and east lies the Springfield subdivision, and to the west, across Old Mills Road, is the Bentwinds Bluffs subdivision. The Johnson Pointe subdivision is located in the south. The 2035 Community Vision Land Use Plan (LUP) calls for the Large-Lot Residential (LLR) Classification at the subject property. Typical densities in a Large-Lot Residential neighborhood accommodate lots up to one-half acre in size. Land of this classification is typically formed as a neighborhood for single-family detached homes with uniform housing densities. The requested zoning district is consistent with the 2035 LUP classification. Public water and sewer are available to serve the subject property. The subject property is located on and has access to Old Mills Road and is classified as a local street by the Town's 2035 Community Transportation Plan, and it is maintained by NCDOT. The petitioner held a neighborhood meeting on July 22, 2020, at 1301 Broad Street. The meeting report was provided in the Town Board’s agenda materials, and the staff takes no position as to its content. Due to the conversation in the neighborhood meeting, the petitioner elected to add conditions 2 through 7 listed herein to address concerns voiced by neighbors. Management and staff recommend approval of the proposed zoning map amendment. It is consistent with the 2035 Community Vision Land Use Plan and is reasonable and in the public's best interest for the following reasons:  1) The requested zoning map amendment is consistent with the 2035 Community Vision Land Use Plan designation of Large-Lot Residential. 2) The conditions proposed by the petitioner effectively limit future development so that it is compatible with the surrounding areas. 3) The requested zoning map amendment is consistent with the 2035 Community Vision Land Use Plan's Recommendation CF.1 - Invest in Existing Growth Areas. At the August 17, 2020, regular meeting, the Planning Board unanimously voted to recommend approval, finding it reasonable and in the best interest of the public for reasons identified by staff. Recommendation – Approve REZ-2020-13, a zoning map amendment at 6717 Old Mills Road, from the Residential Agricultural (RA) Zoning District to the Residential Medium Density Conditional (RMD-CZD) Zoning District. The proposed zoning map amendment is consistent with the 2035 Community Vision Land Use Plan and is reasonable and in the best interest of the public for the reasons identified by management and staff. Request for Recusal: Mayor Pro-Tem Massengill requested to be recused from all discussions and actions taken by the Town Board on this request due to his involvement in the project, having a personal financial interest. Motion was made to recuse Mayor Pro-Tem Massengill from discussion and actions for REZ-2020-13. MOTION: Commissioner Smith SECOND: Commissioner Gardner MOTION RESULTS: Passed Unanimously (4-0) Public Hearing – The public hearing was opened. Wayne Massengill, 6600 Brookshire Drive and Wayne Mauldin of Mauldin-Watkins Surveying, 1301 Broad Street, spoke in favor to the proposed zoning map amendment. Fred Spinnenweber, 5032 Allanbrooke Lane, spoke in opposition to the proposed zoning map amendment and requested that the developer install a 50’ buffer around the east side and north side of the property. He stated that the neighborhood meeting did not have many participants and he requested that the Town Board continue this public hearing until another subdivision neighborhood meeting could be held. Greg Quail, 5036 Allanbrooke Lane, also spoke in opposition to the request and agreed with the statements made by Fred Spinnenweber requesting the 50’ buffer. The public hearing was closed. Discussion – Commissioner Wunsch stated that he really likes the neighborhood meeting concept for proposed zoning map amendments because it allows the adjacent property owners to give input on the project. Commissioner Gardner asked if the lot sizes were going to be about the same as Bentwinds Bluffs across the street. She stated that if a 50’ buffer was included in the plan it would cut down on the number and size of the lots. Town Manager Mitchell stated that the developer offered lots with a minimum of 10,000 sq. ft. of which no buffer is required, but they are offering to retain as much of the existing tree vegetation as reasonably possible during construction. MOTION: Commissioner Smith SECOND: Commissioner Wunsch MOTION RESULTS: Passed Unanimously (4-0) (Mayor Pro-Tem Massengill was recused) Agenda Item No. 7.B: Community Transportation Plan Amendment - Town of Fuquay-Varina - Fuquay-Varina Parkway Right-of-Way Expansion - CTA-2020-05 Purpose – To consider a proposed amendment to the Community Transportation Plan addressing an area for improvement. Staff Comments – Town Manager Mitchell entered the agenda abstract and supporting documents for this agenda item into the official record of the Town. He then provided general information about the Community Transportation Plan Amendment and made the following remarks. The Community Transportation Plan (CTP) is the adopted ordinance by which the citizens' transportation needs are identified. The CTP seeks to establish the desired vision of the community and identifies the steps to achieving it. The Fuquay-Varina 2035 Community Transportation Plan is a living document, meant to be revisited and amended as necessary as the community moves forward in growth. Town Board previously approved an amendment to the alignment of Fuquay-Varina Parkway between US 401 South near the Harnett County line east to NC 55 Hwy to ensure better alignment and make it more likely that Fuquay-Varina Parkway could serve as a bypass for US 401 traffic. At that time, staff indicated that a future study would be needed to determine the remaining alignment and right-of-way width of a future US 401 Bypass. CAMPO has initiated a study of the US 401 Corridor from Lillington that will help determine the appropriate roadway improvements for the existing US 401 corridor, determine alignments for the US 401 Bypass south and east of Fuquay-Varina, and to identify intermediate projects that can be funded to improve mobility along the US 401 Corridor. It was anticipated that a 150-foot right-of-way for this segment would be necessary to maximize the potential for the Department of Transportation funding and allow this to function as a bypass. According to the 2035 Community Transportation Plan, currently, the entirety of Fuquay-Varina Parkway is identified as a future 120-foot right-of-way. The Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO) is beginning a study of the US 401 corridor that is slated to be completed in the next two years. However, continued development in the area between US 401 South and NC 55 Hwy has necessitated that the right-of-way is updated from 120 feet to 150 feet before completing the study. The alignment of the Fuquay-Varina Parkway east of NC 55 to US 401 is set as a 120' right-of-way by an existing county subdivision at Clayton Road and South Lakes subdivision. Since it would not be wide enough to serve as the 401 Bypass and the proposed future alignment of the US 401 Bypass will likely extend further away from town, that section is appropriate as a 120' right-of-way. Management and staff recommend approval of CTA-2020-05, a proposed amendment to the 2035 Community Transportation Plan. It is reasonable and, in the public’s, best interest, as it improves upon the 2035 Community Transportation Plan's intent to plan for the future of transportation and growth in the Town. At the August 17, 2020, regular meeting, the Planning Board unanimously voted to recommend approval, finding it reasonable and in the best interest of the public for reasons identified by staff. Public Hearing – The public hearing was opened. No one chose to speak in favor of, or in opposition to the request. The public hearing was closed. Discussion – There was no discussion from members of the Town Board regarding this matter. Recommendation – Approve CTA-2020-05, an amendment to the Community Transportation Plan, as presented and recommended by Town staff. The amendment improves upon the Community Transportation Plan and is reasonable and in the best interest of the public for the reasons identified by management and staff. MOTION: Commissioner Harris SECOND: Mayor Pro-Tem Massengill MOTION RESULTS: Passed Unanimously (5-0) ****************************** CONSENT AGENDA Agenda Item No. 8.A: Surety/Letter of Credit - Geneva Subdivision, Phase 3 - Landscaping Delay of Installation Purpose – To consider a surety request for delay of landscaping improvements for Geneva Subdivision, Phase 3 in the amount of $84,710.00. Recommendation – Approve the underlying agreement and acceptance of a surety for Geneva Subdivision, Phase 3 in the amount of $84,710.00 as presented and recommended subject to Town Attorney review as to form. Agenda Item No. 8B: Utility Agreement Allocation Request - Midtown Subdivision Purpose – To consider a Utility Agreement Allocation Request for the Midtown Subdivision for 15,900 gpd sewer and 19,080 gpd water. Recommendation – Approve the recommended Utility Agreement Allocation Request for Midtown Subdivision as presented and recommended. A motion was made to approve items (A-B) on the Consent Agenda. MOTION: Mayor Pro-Tem Massengill SECOND: Commissioner Gardner MOTION RESULT: Passed Unanimously (5-0)  ****************************** ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS Agenda Item No. 10A: Preliminary Subdivision Plat - Midtown - SUB-PR-2019-11 Purpose – To consider a preliminary subdivision plat submitted by the firm Timmons Group, called Midtown Subdivision, located at 313 Railroad Street. Staff Comments – Town Manager Mitchell entered the agenda abstract and supporting documents for this agenda item into the official record of the Town. He then provided general information regarding agenda item and made the following remarks. The submitted preliminary subdivision, Midtown, is located 313 Railroad Street, on 10.36 acres in the Downtown Center-2 Conditional Zoning District (DC-2-CZD) with the following conditions regarding the site-specific standards of the subject property: 1) Right-in/right-out access to Railroad Street. 2) Public street between North West Street and Railroad Street with sidewalk on both sides. 3) New public street may have parallel parking. 4) Curb, gutter, and sidewalk provided on North West Street and Railroad Street along the property's frontage. 5) Install "porkchop" turnaround at North West Street's terminus onto the property or an alley into the development, as approved by the Town. 6) Dedication and construction of public greenway to wetlands limit pending public input and Town Board approval. 7) 10-foot opaque buffer along with adjacent parcels. 8) Minimum 9-foot first-floor ceiling height. 9) Comply with articulation, roof and rooflines, color, and building material requirements. 10) 80 townhome units maximum. The preliminary subdivision plat proposes 53 residential lots meeting the standards for open space subdivision developments. The minimum lot width permitted is 25 feet. The minimum provided is 25 feet with the average lot size is 1,702 square feet. Following the 15% open space requirement of a townhome development, a minimum of 1.55 acres of overall open space is required. There are 5.44 acres of overall open space provided. Vehicular access to the project area is provided via a connection to Railroad Street as well as two connections from North West Street. There is also a stub street to the south of the project. Public water and sewer are available to serve the subject properties and are to be installed by the developer. The proposed preliminary subdivision plat meets all Town requirements, as such, management and staff recommend approval. At the August 17, 2020, regular meeting, the Planning Board found the subdivision plat consistent with Town requirements and voted unanimously to recommend approval. Discussion – There was no discussion from members of the Town Board regarding this matter. Recommendation – Approve of the Midtown preliminary subdivision plat SUB-PR-2019- 11, as presented and recommended. MOTION: Commissioner Wunsch SECOND: Commissioner Harris MOTION RESULTS: Passed Unanimously (5-0) Agenda Item No. 10B: Water Capacity Expansion - Preliminary Engineering Study - Memorandum of Understanding, Project Ordinance, and Budget Amendment - City of Sanford Purpose – To consider a Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Sanford for participation in a Preliminary Engineering Study to expand the Sanford Water Treatment Plant. In addition, to consider establishing a Project Ordinance for the Town's Future Water Supply and consider a Budget Amendment (BA-21-07) to initiate the project's funding. Staff Comments – Town Manager Mitchell entered the agenda abstract and supporting documents for this agenda item into the official record of the Town. He then provided general information regarding agenda item and made the following remarks. The City of Sanford has selected the firm, Hazen and Sawyer, to provide engineering services to expand its Water Treatment Plant located on the Cape Fear River. In recognition of the Town's desire to obtain water supply from the City of Sanford, the Town of Fuquay-Varina staff participated in the selection process at Sanford's invitation. Hazen has provided a proposal for the preliminary engineering study of the expansion plant. The cost of these professional services is $655,000. A copy of the proposal is attached. Due to this project's time-sensitive nature, while respective staff and management work on an Agreement for water supply, a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is proposed to recognize each jurisdiction's intentions to participate in a preliminary engineering study of the water treatment plant. If the Town elects to participate in the MOU, the Town of Fuquay-Varina's preliminary engineering study's cost participation would be no more than $200,000. Over the past week, Town staff has been informed that the Town of Holly Springs has elected to participate in this study. Furthermore, staff anticipates that the City of Sanford and Chatham County will in coming weeks take action to participate in this study. Town management and staff worked closely with the Town Attorney and the City of Sanford on this MOU. As such, management and staff recommend approval. The Town's future water supply is a multi-year project that will include an Interbasin Transfer Certificate (IBT) request, expansion of the Sanford Water Treatment Plant, and a conveyance project to deliver the water supply to the Fuquay-Varina water distribution system. The IBT certificate request is currently funded and underway as part of the existing Water Supply Project Ordinance. Staff is proposing to establish a project ordinance for the plant expansion and the conveyance project and provide initial funding of $500,000 from water and sewer reserves. Town staff plan to issue a request for qualifications in September for engineering firms for the preliminary engineering for the conveyance project and a portion of the initial funding is planned for that effort. The initial project funding of $500,000 will be appropriated from Capital Reserves funding per Budget Amendment BA-21-07. The preliminary engineering studies will refine project costs and funding participation sources. At this time, the Town’s level of participation is anticipated to be no more than $200,000 provided the neighboring jurisdiction of Holly Springs and Chatham County participate in funding the scope of work. Discussion – Mayor Byrne recommended moving forward citing that the project is extremely important to the future water supply for the town. Recommendation – Authorize the Town Manager to execute the Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Sanford as presented and recommended, subject to approval by the Town Attorney as to form. Furthermore, establish a Project Ordinance for Future Water Supply and to approve Budget Amendment BA-21-07 to establish the project funding. MOTION: Mayor Pro-Tem Massengill SECOND: Commissioner Wunsch MOTION RESULTS: Passed Unanimously (5-0) Ordinance No. N-20-25 ****************************** OTHER BUSINESS A. Town Manager’s Report – reported on the following: • Reported that another record was set in the Inspections Department in the month of August with 93 single family permits; the previous record was in July when there were 90 single family permits issued. Further advised that the Inspections Department is in the process of interviewing for 2 vacant field inspector positions. • Reported that the Engineering Department is working on LAPP funding submittals for 2021 cycle. Advised that Wilbon Road will be closed for another 3 weeks due to weather. Also advised that the railroad states that they will be able to do the work required at the crossing on NW Judd Parkway in September. • Reported that the Human Resources Department is very busy with new hires. • Reported that the Planning Department has filled the position of Infrastructure Plan Examiner. Also advised that the department is working on surveying business employment numbers for the CAMPO CommunityViz modeling update. • Reported that the Public Utilities Department recently completed the Southern Oaks Interceptor project. Also advised that the department is working on the study and design for the ITB certification. Further advised that the department filled 2 employee vacancies. • Reported that the Economic Development Director, Alyssa Byrd is getting acclimated with her duties and getting to know business owners.  • Reported that the IT Department is focusing their efforts on cyber security and advancing numerous Town projects. • Reported that the Finance Department is working on the audit and working on documentation for the CARES Act reimbursement request to Wake County that will be submitted in November. • Reported that the Public Works Department issued 96 trash and recycle containers for the month of August to new residents. Also advised that the department is gearing up for the leaf vac season starting on Oct. 11th and have taken receipt of a new sanitation truck. • Reported that the Parks and Recreation Department has hired Jason Jones, Assistant Parks Maintenance Superintendent. Also advised that the Willow Lakes Park sod and irrigation project should be completed in 2 weeks. Further advised that the design process will commence in late September for the new Community Center/Senior Center at Hilltop Needmore Town Park and Preserve. Even further advised that the department had 747 youth registrations for this fall, which is at the maximum capacity due to COVID-19. Finally advised that the department recently reopened playgrounds following the Governor’s most recent Executive Order. • Reported that the Arts Center has moved artwork up to a new location of the building so citizens can see the art from curbside along S. Fuquay Avenue. Advised that Burt Vincent III is the featured artist for this month. Further advised that local musicians are performing on the stage and performances are being recorded and streamed on YouTube and FaceBook. Additionally, advised that several virtual and outside classes are up and running. Finally advised that the crosswalks at the intersection between the Arts Center and Fire Station #1 will be painted on September 13th. • Reported that the Police Department has moved to their new building and getting settled in. • Reported that the Fire Department is working on the specifications for a new ladder truck and for Fire Station #4. Advised that staff will be bringing interlocal agreements for participation on Fire Station #4 from Wake County Fire and Wake County EMS. • Reported that the Communications Department is working on the redesign of the Town’s website and working on a new social media campaign featuring Town Employees. Advised that there will be a Sept. 11th video that will be posted on 9/11. • Reported that the Fuquay-Varina Chamber of Commerce will hold their annual Planning Retreat at the Public Service Center on 9/9/2020. • Reported that the Town will be transitioning a portion of water accounts to AMI meters in the coming weeks/months as a part of Phase 1 of the AMI project and users will be able to view information regarding water usage and trends from their mobile devices. More information will be announced when rollout is scheduled. B. Project Status Report – September 2020 C. Update – Fuquay Mineral Spring Park – Bridge Replacement – Town Manager Mitchell thanked the NC Golden Leaf Foundation and Attorney John Adcock for their help securing the funding for the project. D. Appointments to the Board of Adjustment – Mayor Byrne made the following appointments: Katyna Bunn – in-town regular member - term expires 12/31/2021 Angela Parsons – in-town regular member - term expires 12/31/2021 (Note: Ms. Parsons appointment was moved from the alternate position) Genel Lee Webb – in-town alternate member - term expires 12/31/2020 (Note: Ms. Webb fills the unexpired vacancy left by Ms. Parsons and will be reappointed as the in-town alternate at the end of the calendar year.) Motion was made to ratify the appointments as recommended. MOTION: Mayor Pro-Tem Massengill SECOND: Commissioner Gardner MOTION RESULTS: Passed Unanimously (5-0) E. 2020 Census Update – Town Manager Mitchell reported that over 75% of Fuquay- Varina residents have completed the census thus far which exceeds self reporting from the 2010 census. Town Manager Mitchell urged citizens to self-report and avoid census enumerators and regardless complete the census before the September 30, 2020 deadline. ***************************** TOWN BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS Mayor Pro-Tem Massengill stated that he attended Captain Dunn’s retirement luncheon today and he appreciates his 23 years of service to the Town of Fuquay- Varina. He stated that opening the playgrounds for children today was great timing because preschools are also starting to open. Commissioner Smith stated that he had no further comments. Commissioner Harris stated that he attended the NCLM Board of Director meeting. He stated that the League is a federation of cities that offers cyber security training and a Police Chief’s Advisory Board. He stated that those are areas that the Town may want to take advantage of. He also stated that there was discussion on sales tax losses throughout the state due to COVID-19. He reminded the Town Board that the League provides life and health insurance as well a property, casualty, and workers compensation insurance. Town Manager Mitchell advised that the Police Chief was involved in the advisory board. Commissioner Wunsch stated that he was glad to be at the new police station for Captain Dunn’s retirement luncheon and thanked him for his service to the Town of Fuquay-Varina. He also enjoyed the Rex Hospital tour in Holly Springs and the public is excited about it. Commissioner Gardner stated that she also enjoyed the tour of the new police department. She further acknowledged that the action taken by the Board regarding future water capacity during the meeting was the first step in moving towards a major advancement for the Town. Mayor Byrne reported that he attended Captain Dunn’s retirement luncheon also. He then reviewed other meetings that he attended in the previous week as well as upcoming events as follows: Past Events 8/19 – CAMPO Meeting 8/22 – Black Lives Matter Event at Falcon Park – 4-6 pm Upcoming Events 9/9 – Filming for Piney Grove Baptist Church 200th Anniversary Celebration 9/11 –Filming for Briargate Video 9/16 – CAMPO meeting 9/21 – Town of Fuquay-Varina Hosting Wake County Mayor’s Assoc. ****************************** ADJOURN A motion was then made to adjourn the meeting at 8:51p.m. MOTION: Mayor Pro-Tem Massengill SECOND: Commissioner Smith MOTION RESULT: Passed Unanimously (5-0) Adopted this the 22nd day of September 2020 in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina. FUQUAY-VARINA, NORTH CAROLINA John W. Byrne, Mayor ATTEST: (TOWN SEAL) Rose H. Rich, Town Clerk