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Fuquay-Varina Town Board Meeting Minutes Book - Page Fuquay-Varina Town Board Meeting March 19, 2024 J. Blake Massengill, Mayor Marilyn Gardner, Mayor Pro-Tem The Regular Meeting of the Fuquay-Varina Town Board William H. Harris, Commissioner Bryan Haynes, Commissioner scheduled for Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. Charlie Adcock, Commissioner Jason Wunsch - Commissioner was held at the Fuquay-Varina Town Hall, 134 N Main Adam G. Mitchell, Town Manager Street, Fuquay-Varina, NC. Mark D. Matthews, Assistant Town Manager James (Jim) E. Seymour, Assistant Town Manager Rose H. Rich, Town Clerk James S. Adcock, III, Town Attorney In attendance were Mayor Blake Massengill, Mayor Pro-Tem Marilyn Gardner, Commissioners William Harris, Bryan Haynes, Charlie Adcock, and Jason Wunsch. Also in attendance were Town Manager Adam Mitchell, Assistant Town Manager Mark Matthews, Assistant Town Manager Jim Seymour, Town Attorney James Adcock, Deputy Town Clerk Teresa Wilder, IT Director Scott Clark, and various other department directors. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Massengill called the meeting to order at 7:01 pm. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE Pastor Tim Epling, Hope Community Church, provided the invocation and Fire Chief Jim Jones led the Pledge of Allegiance. VIRTUAL MEETING PROTOCOL Town Manager Mitchell reviewed the meeting protocol noting that the meeting was both in-person and live streamed on the Town’s YouTube Channel and Facebook. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 3A The March 4, 2024, Town Board of Commissioners Regular Scheduled Meeting minutes. MOTION: Mayor Pro-Tem Gardner SECOND: Commissioner Harris MOTION RESULTS: Passed Unanimously (5-0) 3B The February 8-9, 2024, meeting minutes of the Town Board of Commissioners’ - 2024 Strategic Planning Retreat. Commissioner Harris asked about the International Festival and that the minutes identified that staff would establish expectations. He stated that he would like to have a stakeholder’s group that would incorporate not only expectations from staff but the expectations from partners in the community. Town Manager Mitchell stated that there was no discussion regarding a stakeholder group during the Retreat, but if that is the direction and pleasure of the Town Board, staff can certainly make sure to have a stakeholders group involved. Town Manager Mitchell recommended the adoption of the 2024 Strategic Planning Retreat minutes as presented and let March 19, 2024 minutes reflect a stakeholder’s group as part of future planning for International Festivals in the community. Approval of the 2024 Strategic Planning Retreat meeting minutes. MOTION: Commissioner Haynes SECOND: Commissioner Adcock MOTION RESULTS: Passed Unanimously (5-0) PRESENTATIONS 4A 2023 NC Main Street Champion Award Recognition Purpose – To recognize the Town of Fuquay-Varina 2023 NC Main Street Champion. Mayor Massengill stated that The NC Main Street Champion designation honors those who made extraordinary contributions to their downtown. Mayor Massengill announced that Dr. Bryden McCormick has been awarded the 2023 NC Main Street Champion for the Town of Fuquay-Varina. Dr. McCormick has invested in Fuquay-Varina, as he has built a downtown mixed-use building named “The Q”, renovated a restaurant facility in the downtown area, and owns a dental office in Fuquay-Varina. Mayor Massengill and the entire Town Board congratulated Dr. McCormick on this recognition and thanked him for the investment he and his wife have made in the community. 4B Employee Recognition- Police Department Purpose – To recognize four Fuquay-Varina Police Department employees that have recently attained law enforcement-related certifications. Staff Comments – Police Chief Brandon Medina 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 agenda item and made the following remarks. Police Officer Brooke Godwin, Officer Jay McMahill, and Officer Ryan Northgrave were recognized for being awarded the NC Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission Intermediate Law Enforcement Certificate. To earn this certificate the individual must have obtained various levels of job-related training, and/or a combination of secondary school degrees. Police Sergeant Nate Baker successfully completed the Criminal Justice Commission for Credible Leadership Development Certificate Program consisting of an intense curriculum consisting of 500 hours of leadership training provided via five (5), one hundred (100) hour modules.  Mayor Massengill thanked the police officers for taking time out of their personal schedule to continue their education and improve their law enforcement career here in Fuquay-Varina. He stated that Fuquay-Varina is ranked as one of the safest cities in America which can be attributed to the police department’s many educational achievements. 4C Presentation - Career Ladder Recommendations Purpose – To receive a presentation on the proposed organizational career ladders and consider approval of implementation. Staff Comments – Human Resources Director Wendy Moody entered the agenda abstract and supporting documents for this agenda item into the official record of the Town. She then provided general information about the agenda item and made the following remarks. Career ladders have existed for many years in the Town of Fuquay-Varina. However, back in 2017, most of them were eliminated during a pay study and incorporated within the pay and classification system the Town Board adopted. The only ones that remained were Fire, Police, and Inspections. Eliminating the other career ladders affected employee morale and exiting employees indicated during exit interviews that lack of career advancement contributed to their reasons for leaving the organization. The Town of Fuquay-Varina values educating and training employees and career ladders help to create a custom path of how to move from one position to another in a reasonable time frame. Each department worked hard to customize the career paths with value-added skills and ensured they aligned with the Town’s goals. The addition of career paths will enhance the Town's ability to recruit and retain employees and increase the quality of service provided to its citizens. Fuquay-Varina contracted with Piedmont Regional Triad Council for the annual market study and to develop and finalize career ladder recommendations.  Full implementation (Salary & Benefits) for FY 2024 is $13,829, with an effective date of March 24, 2024. Funding has been included in the FY 24 adopted budget subject to Town Board approval of career ladder recommendations. Potential budget impacts for FY 25 will be accounted for with budget development for eligible employees meeting specific career milestones. Matt Reece with Piedmont Triad Regional Council presented a PowerPoint presentation regarding the career ladder recommendations. He stated that career ladders define a custom career path with value added skills, enhance the ability to recruit and retain employees and increase the quality of services. Recommendation – Approve full implementation of career ladders for Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources, Public Works, and Public Utilities as presented and recommended. MOTION: Commissioner Wunsch SECOND: Commissioner Haynes MOTION RESULTS: Passed Unanimously (5-0) PUBLIC COMMENTS 5A No one chose to speak during public comments. ITEMS PREVIOUSLY TABLED 6A There were no items previously tabled for the March 19, 2024, Town Board meeting. PUBLIC HEARINGS 7A There were no public hearings for the March 19, 2024, Town Board meeting. CONSENT AGENDA 8A. There were no consent agenda items for the March 19, 2024, Town Board meeting. ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT 9A There were no items removed from the Consent Agenda for separate consideration. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS 10A Dedication - Fire Station No. 4 - History Room Naming Purpose – To consider the dedication of the Fire Department History Room located in Fire Station #4 to former Fire Chief Anthony (Tony) Mauldin by naming it the "Tony Mauldin History Room". Staff Comments – Fire Chief Jim Jones entered the agenda abstract and supporting documents for this agenda item into the official record of the Town. He then provided information about the agenda item by making the following remarks. While designing Fire Station #4, former Fire Chief Tony Mauldin expressed the desire for the new fire station to have an area that would not only highlight the traditions and history of the Fuquay- Varina Fire Department but also display the first new fire truck purchased by the Town of Fuquay Springs, the fully restored 1945 Mack. The history room was planned for and included in the design of Fire Station #4. Chief Mauldin served as the Town's Fire Chief from 2000-2023, and prior to that served as both a volunteer and paid firefighter. Chief Mauldin was well known and loved throughout the community and his love for the Town and Fire Department was always evident. The Town Board of Commissioners, at its discretion, may name Town facilities or portions of facilities, and in the past has used this authority in recognition of individuals that have left a significant lasting positive imprint on the Town. The dedication of the History Room at Fire Station #4 to Anthony (Tony) Mauldin would be a fitting honor to this loyal public servant for his many years of service to the Town and the community. For this reason, management and staff recommend approval of a motion to name the Fire Department History Room in the new Fire  Station #4 the "Tony Mauldin History Room". There is no cost to this proposal, as room name signage was planned for in the Fire Station #4 project budget. Discussion – Mayor Massengill thanked Fire Chief Jones for bringing this item to the Town Board. He stated that Chief Mauldin was instrumental in the fire department for many years, and he can’t think of a better way to recognize Chief Mauldin’s legacy then with a history room named in his honor. Recommendation – Approve the dedication of the Fire Department History Room at Fire Station #4 to Anthony (Tony) Mauldin and name it the “Tony Mauldin History Room” as presented and recommended. MOTION: Commissioner Haynes SECOND: Mayor Pro-Tem Gardner MOTION RESULTS: Passed Unanimously (5-0) 10B Resolution Endorsing CAMPO Recommendations – US 401 Corridor Study Purpose – To adopt a resolution supporting the CAMPO recommendations associated with the US 401 Corridor Study. Staff Comments – Engineering Director Matt Poling entered the agenda abstract and supporting documents for this agenda item into the official record of the Town. He provided information about the agenda item by making the following remarks. The Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO) oversees regional transportation planning for Wake and parts of Chatham, Franklin, Granville, Harnett, and Johnston Counties. CAMPO's recent focus has been on a comprehensive two-year study centered around the US 401 corridor, extending from US 421 in Harnett County to Banks Road in Wake County. CAMPO analyzed various aspects and alignments of the US 401 corridor and has finalized a set of recommendations for improvements. These enhancements will traverse the Town of Fuquay- Varina and span Wake and Harnett Counties. The Study also provides an implementation strategy, outlining short-term and mid-term priorities for existing area roadways. This approach ensures immediate needs are addressed before considering a long-term solution, specifically a proposed new roadway identified as Future US 401. Public engagement consisted of three distinct phases of outreach conducted throughout the US 401 Corridor Study. As of Fall 2023, this engagement phase has been successfully completed, allowing stakeholders and community members to contribute to the Study. The recommendations stemming from the US 401 Corridor Study are as follows: Alternative X/Z should become the Future U.S. 401 alignment included in the 2055 MTP, updated from the U.S. 401 Bypass alignment included in the MTP 2050. Alternative X/Z provides a better alignment than the current US 401 alignment recommended in the 2050 MTP. The proposed alignment is still in the planning phase and is not planned for construction until at least 2050. Future studies of US 401 may be considered over time in future years to refine the alignment based on development in the area. The Benefits of the X/Z Alternative are as follows: - Connects to Angier Bypass and uses N.C. 210 widening proposed in MTP to accommodate Future U.S. 401. - Enhances existing travel patterns between Lillington and Banks Road. - Can connect with the Southern Parkway section. - Places an alignment further east to accommodate growth in the area. - Can downgrade Southern Parkway to an arterial road with 2/3 lanes at 35 mph. CAMPO will work to prioritize projects identified in the MTP 2050 for U.S. 401 between Banks Road and N.C. 55, N.C. 55 between U.S. 401 and Angier Bypass, and N.C. 210 between Angier Bypass and U.S. 401/ U.S. 421. These projects will be prioritized and given a construction horizon year for completion before Alternative X/Z is built. CAMPO will examine and determine the cost of a variety of small intersection projects on the study area roadways and consider these for  inclusion into the 2055 MTP. The future scheduling of projects will provide better context on the timing of the Alternative X/Z development. The recommendations also include improvements to or the creation of bicycle and pedestrian facilities and transit service along the corridor. With the Study now complete, several municipalities, such as Wake, Harnett, and the Town of Angier, have already adopted similar resolutions endorsing the US 401 Corridor study recommendations. After reviewing the Study's recommendations, Management and Staff recommend a motion to endorse a resolution to support the CAMPO recommendations related to the US 401 Corridor Study. Discussion – Mayor Massengill stated that CAMPO is taking this issue up at their next meeting tomorrow. He reported that this study has been going on for several years and it still does not have a start date. He stated that this project is important to the community, and he would like to see transportation improvements get built as soon as possible. Recommendation – Adopt a resolution endorsing the CAMPO recommendations associated with the US 401 Corridor Study. MOTION: Mayor Pro-Tem Gardner SECOND: Commissioner Wunsch MOTION RESULTS: Passed Unanimously (5-0) 10C Budget Amendment - Utilities Waterline Projects - BA-24-29 Purpose – To consider a budget amendment to fund four waterline construction projects. Staff Comments – Public Utilities Director Mike Wagner entered the agenda abstract and supporting documents for this agenda item into the official record of the Town. He then provided information about the agenda item by making the following remarks. Public Utilities went out to bid on several water line projects: - SW Judd and Academy St. Waterline Loop - Kennebec and Maude Stewart Waterline Extension - Ransdell Rd Waterline Replacement, - 2020 Waterline Replacements Projects (which replaces waterline sections on Vance Street, Holland Road, Main Street, Woodland Drive, Reynolds Drive, and Depot Street). These projects are intended to improve system reliability and integrity. Additionally, several of the projects are in conjunction with other town infrastructure improvements. The low bids on the SW Judd and Academy St. ($792,997.50) and Kennebec and Maude Stewart ($2,043,746) waterline projects exceed their budgeted amount. An additional $379,998 is needed for SW Judd/Academy St., and $443,746 is needed for Kennebec and Maude Stewart Waterline Extension. The Ransdell Rd Waterline Replacement and the 2020 Waterline Replacement Projects were funded for design but previously unfunded for construction. $725,204 is needed for Ransdell Rd. Waterline Replacement and $3,774,005 for the 2020 Waterline Replacement projects. The amount of $3,292,953 in utility fund balance is proposed to be transferred to capital projects 061.9700.9009840 for waterline construction. The following projects are to receive funding: - SW Judd and Academy St. $379,998 - Kennebec and Maude Stewart $443,746 - Ransdell Rd Water Main $725,204.00 - 2020 Waterline Replacements $1,774,005 (remaining balance of the 2020 Waterline project being funded by 2023 Water GO Bonds). The Town intends to sell revenue bonds for the water line projects in the amount of $3,300,000. The proceeds of such debt incurred by the Town will be used to reimburse prior project expenditures, noted in the declaration of intent to reimburse, and the maximum principal amount of debt expected to be incurred is $5,744,000 for the Water Capital projects and water line replacement.  Discussion – There was no discussion from the Town Board. Recommendation – Approve Budget Amendment BA-24-29 and the declaration of intent to reimburse as presented and recommended. MOTION: Commissioner Harris SECOND: Commissioner Adcock MOTION RESULTS: Passed Unanimously (5-0) 10D Contract Award and Project Ordinance Amendment (POA-24-15) - Kennebec and Maude Stewart Waterline Purpose – To consider award of a construction contract in the amount of $2,043,746 to Sanford Contractors, Inc. for the Kennebec and Maude Stewart Waterline Project along with corresponding Project Ordinance Amendment. Staff Comments – Public Utilities Director Mike Wagner entered the agenda abstract and supporting documents for this agenda item into the official record of the Town. He provided information about the agenda item by making the following remarks. On February 15, 2024, the Town opened bids for the Kennebec and Maude Stewart Waterline Project. This project will install a new water line on Kennebec and Maude Stewart Rds. from the Willow Spring High School to Tram Rd. This project will be completed within 330 days. This waterline project is needed to support system integrity, reliability, ongoing residential development, and increase water distribution for the Town's water system. Five general contractors submitted bids, and the certified bid tabulation is attached. Sanford Contractors, Inc. is the apparent low bidder, with a total base bid amount of $2,043,746. The average of the five bids was $2,864,042.80. Upon detailed review, Sanford Contractors, Inc.'s bid was determined to be in order and in accordance with the requirements of the Instructions to  Bidders. Sanford Contractors, Inc. references have been checked and all recommendations have been positive. Upon consultation with the Town's project consultant Hazen and Sawyer, staff and management recommend that the Town proceed with the award to the low bidder, Sanford Contractors, Inc., for $2,043,746. Funding for the recommended project comes from the existing Project Ordinance Kennebec Road Waterline - W&S WS High School to Tram Road Water Line. A budget amendment (BA-24-29) transferred $3,292,953 from the fund balance to capital projects, of which $443,746 is designated from the Project Ordinance Amendment (POA-24-15) to fund this portion of the project fully. Discussion – Mayor Massengill asked if the Town has an urban service area agreement. Town Manager Mitchell stated the Town has an annexation agreement with the Town of Angier on the south side. Commissioner Adcock stated that this is a great project. Recommendation – Approve the Kennebec and Maude Stewart Waterline Project Ordinance Amendment (POA-24-15) and Contract Award to Sanford Contractors, Inc. to undertake the Kennebec and Maude Stewart Waterline Project in the amount of $2,043,746, as presented and recommended subject to Town Attorney review as to form. MOTION: Commissioner Adcock SECOND: Commissioner Haynes MOTION RESULTS: Passed Unanimously (5-0) 10E Contract Award and Project Ordinance - Ransdell Road Water Main Project Purpose – To consider the award of a construction contract in the amount of $725,204 to Moffat Pipe, Inc. for the Ransdell Road Waterline Main Project and approval of the corresponding Project Ordinance. Staff Comments – Public Utilities Director Mike Wagner entered the agenda abstract and supporting documents for this agenda item into the official record of the Town. He then provided information about the agenda item by making the following remarks. On February 19, 2024, the Town opened bids for the Ransdell Road Waterline Main Project. This project will install a new water line on Ransdell Rd from the Fuquay-Varina High School Bengal Blvd to E Broad St. The project will be completed in 120 days. This project will replace 1,200' of old deteriorating waterline pipe. This project is being undertaken before the Town makes improvements to the Ransdell Road sidewalk. Five general contractors submitted bids (certified bid tabulation is attached). Moffat Pipe, Inc. is the apparent low bidder, with a total base bid amount of $725,204. The average of the five bids was $913,889.20. Upon detailed review, Moffat Pipe, Inc.'s bid was determined to be in order and in accordance with the requirements of the Instructions to Bidders. Additionally, Moffat Pipe, Inc. references have been checked, and all recommendations have been positive. Upon consultation with the Town's project consultant, Freese and Nichols, staff and management recommend that the Town proceed with the award to the low bidder, Moffat Pipe, Inc., for $725,204. Funding for the recommended project requires a Project Ordinance. A budget amendment (BA-24-29) transferred $3,292,953 from the fund balance to capital projects, of which $725,204.00 is designated from the Project Ordinance Amendment to fund this project fully. Discussion – Mayor Massengill asked about the project completion timeframe. Public Utilities Director Mike Wagner stated the water line needs to be installed before the sidewalk and then it will take approximately 120 days for completion. Recommendation – Approve the Project Ordinance for the Ransdell Road Waterline Project and award a construction contract to Moffat Pipe, Inc. to undertake the Ransdell Road Waterline Project in the amount of $725,204, as presented and recommended subject to Town Attorney review as to form.  MOTION: Commissioner Adcock SECOND: Commissioner Harris MOTION RESULTS: Passed Unanimously (5-0) 10F Contract Award and Project Ordinance Amendment (POA-24-16) - SW Judd Parkway Loop Waterline Purpose – To consider an award of a construction contract in the amount of $792,997.50 to Busco Contractors, Inc. for the SW Judd Parkway Loop Waterline Project along with the corresponding Project Ordinance Amendment (POA-24-16). Staff Comments – Public Utilities Director Mike Wagner entered the agenda abstract and supporting documents for this agenda item into the official record of the Town. He provided information about the agenda item by making the following remarks. On February 21, 2024, the Town opened bids for the SW Judd Parkway Loop Waterline Project. This project will install new water lines from W Academy St to Infinite Self Storage on SW Judd Pkwy. It is estimated to be completed within 120 days. This waterline project is needed to support the Town's future Sanford Water Project and improve water system integrity. Five (5) general contractors submitted bids, and the certified bid tabulation is attached. Busco Contractors, Inc. is the apparent low bidder, with a total base bid amount of $792,997.50. The average of the five base bids was $924,461.90. Upon detailed review, Busco Contractors, Inc.'s bid was determined to be in order and in accordance with the requirements of the Instructions to Bidders. Busco Contractors, Inc. references have been checked, and all recommendations have been positive. Upon consultation with the Town's project consultant firm, Black and Veatch, staff and management recommend that the Town proceed with the award to the low bidder, Busco Contractors, Inc., for $792,997.50. The recommended project's funding comes from the existing Project Ordinance, SW Judd Parkway Loop—W Academy St. to Infinite Storage Water Line. A budget amendment (BA-24-29)  transferred $3,292,953 from the fund balance to capital projects, of which $379,998 is designated from the Project Ordinance Amendment (POA-24-16) to fully fund this portion of the project. Discussion – There was no discussion from the Town Board. Recommendation – Approve the SW Judd Parkway Loop Waterline Project Ordinance Amendment (POA-24-16) and Contract Award to Busco Contractors, Inc. in the amount of $792,997.50, as presented and recommended, subject to Town Attorney review as to form. MOTION: Commissioner Wunsch SECOND: Commissioner Adcock MOTION RESULTS: Passed Unanimously (5-0) 10G Contract Award and Project Ordinance - 2020 Waterline Projects Purpose – To consider an award of a construction contract in the amount of $3,744,005 to Moffat Pipe, Inc. for the 2020 Waterline Projects along with the corresponding project ordinance. Staff Comments – Public Utilities Director Mike Wagner Jones entered the agenda abstract and supporting documents for this agenda item into the official record of the Town. He then provided information about the agenda item by making the following remarks. On February 21, 2024, the Town scheduled to open bids on the 2020 Waterline Project. There were only two responsive bidders, therefore the project was advertised again for bid opening on February 29, 2024. This project is to be completed in 365 days. This project is needed to replace an old deteriorating water line with a new PVC pipe.  This project will replace and install a new water line on Woodland Drive, Depot Street, Reynolds Drive, Vance Street, Holland Road, and Main Street between E Jones Street and W Academy Street. Two general contractors submitted bids, and the certified bid tabulation is attached. Moffat Pipe, Inc. is the apparent low bidder, with a total base bid amount of $3,744,005. The average of the two bids was $4,367,002.50. Upon detailed review, Moffat Pipe, Inc.'s bid was determined to be in order and in accordance with the requirements of the Instructions to Bidders. Additionally, Moffat Pipe, Inc. references have been checked, and all recommendations have been positive. Staff and management recommend that the Town proceed with the award to the low bidder, Moffat Pipe, Inc., for $3,744,005.00. Funding for the recommended project requires the creation of a Project Ordinance for the 2020 Waterline Projects. A budget amendment (BA-24-29) transferred $3,292,953 from the fund balance to capital projects, of which $1,744,005.00 is designated from the Project Ordinance and $2,000,000 from 2023 Water GO Bonds to fund this project fully. Discussion – There was no discussion from the Town Board. Recommendation – Approve the Project Ordinance for the 2020 Waterline Projects, and award a construction contract to Moffat Pipe, Inc. to undertake the 2020 Waterline Projects in the amount of $3,744,005, as presented and recommended subject to Town Attorney review as to form. MOTION: Commissioner Adcock SECOND: Commissioner Wunsch MOTION RESULTS: Passed Unanimously (5-0) 10H Consultant Selection and Award - Stormwater Asset Inventory Assessment and CIP Development Purpose – To consider Consultant Selection and Contract Award to consulting firm Freese and Nichols, Inc. for engineering services for the Stormwater Asset Inventory Assessment and CIP Development Project. Staff Comments – Engineering Director Matt Poling entered the agenda abstract and supporting documents for this agenda item into the official record of the Town. He provided information about the agenda item by making the following remarks. On September 6, 2022, the Town Board authorized the Town Manager to execute a grant application package to the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ) for the NC State Revolving Fund program for Stormwater Asset Inventory Assessment and Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Development. On March 23, 2023, the Division of Water Infrastructure (DWI) reviewed the Town's grant application. The State approved the Town's Stormwater Utility Planning Grant request and declared it eligible for grant funding for $400,000. An effective asset inventory analysis plan will include a condition assessment and rating of the Town's existing stormwater infrastructure. Based on this inventory analysis, the repair and rehabilitation of existing facilities can be predicted, elevating the Town's ability to manage its stormwater assets effectively. In addition to repair and rehabilitation projects, the inventory analysis will identify potential projects to address inadequate and undersized stormwater conveyances, nuisance flooding, and projects for enhanced stormwater quality and quantity control. The asset inventory analysis will also identify and map shortfalls in the Town's existing GIS mapping system, such as older stormwater infrastructure needing repair. If necessary, a stormwater utility could be utilized as a source of revenue to support the Federally mandated Stormwater Program measures and the completion of the Town's stormwater capital improvement projects. On May 18, 2023, staff submitted a preliminary project scope to DWI for the Town's Stormwater Asset Inventory Assessment and CIP Development Project. DWI approved the scope of work and provided a Grant Offer & Acceptance Package to the Town on August 10, 2023, which the Town Board accepted on September 5, 2023. On October 2, 2023, the Town issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Professional Engineering Services to perform the Stormwater Asset Inventory Assessment and CIP Development Project. An addendum was issued on October 20, 2023. On November 1, 2023, the Town received five (5) Statements of Qualifications from qualified firms. Town staff interviewed three (3) firms and after reviewing each firm's qualifications, staff recommended the engineering firm Freese and Nichols to perform engineering services related to the Stormwater Asset Inventory Assessment and CIP Development Project. The project is estimated to be completed within 24-36 months. Management and staff recommend that the Town Board authorize the Town Manager to enter into an engineering services agreement with Freese and Nichols, Inc. to perform the engineering services. The Stormwater Asset Inventory Assessment and CIP Development Project costs will not exceed $525,000. The Town received a grant in the amount of $400,000 in American Rescue Plan (ARP) funding awarded by the NCDEQ through the Local Assistance for Stormwater Infrastructure Investments (LASII) program. $120,000 of the project cost was established in an existing Town project account fund. The remaining $5,000 project cost was identified in the Engineering Department project funds. The Town Board approved a Project Ordinance amendment to align project resources on September 5, 2023. NCDEQ will reimburse all eligible expenses up to $400,000 spent by December 31, 2026; however, if NCDEQ's grant funding is not utilized to develop and implement a stormwater utility and plan, all associated costs of the grant will become expenses of the Town. Discussion – Mayor Massengill asked if all new development is required to capture the stormwater and prevent it from runoff and how long has this law been in place. Engineering Director Matt Poling stated that this requirement has been in place over 20 years. Commissioner Adcock asked if some of the areas in downtown that floods will improve because of the study. Engineering Director Poling stated that the study will help to identify those areas and a CIP will be put together for those troubled areas. Mayor Massengill asked if the study would find any sewer lines that have stormwater systems connected. Engineering Director Matt Poling stated that it is illegal to have a stormwater  connection into the sewer pipes and it is possible that the asset inventory would identify areas of concern. Assistant Town Manager Mark Matthews stated that what is being referenced with the combined sewer system is a big issue in old urban cities like in Washington, DC where the entire sewer system and storm water collection points would flow into the sewer treatment plant and get inundated in a rainfall. He reported that Fuquay-Varina’s infrastructure system is newer, and likely does not have widespread issues. Recommendation – Approve Consultant Selection and Contract Award to Freese and Nichols, Inc. for engineering services for the Stormwater Asset Inventory Assessment and CIP Development Project in the amount of $525,000, as presented and recommended. MOTION: Commissioner Harris SECOND: Commissioner Haynes MOTION RESULTS: Passed Unanimously (5-0) 10I Fuquay-Varina Downtown Social Districts Purpose – To adopt an ordinance establishing the Fuquay-Varina Downtown Social Districts and operational and management plan in downtown Fuquay-Varina. Staff Comments – Assistant Town Manager Jim Seymour entered the agenda abstract and supporting documents for this agenda item into the official record of the Town. He provided information about the agenda item by making the following remarks. In September 2021, the NC General Assembly passed House Bill 890 (HB 890), and in June 2022, House Bill 211 (HB 211), allowing local governments to create social districts where people may consume alcoholic beverages sold by an ABC permittee within a designated social district. The North Carolina Retail Merchants Association was the major interest group pushing for the passage of this legislation to help drive foot traffic to both downtown areas. A social district is a defined area in which a person may consume alcoholic beverages sold by an ABC permittee located within the social district. A social district may include both indoor and outdoor areas of businesses within or contiguous to the defined district area during the days and hours set by the local government creating the social district. A social district may include privately owned property, ABC permittee businesses, non-ABC permittee businesses, multi-tenant establishments, public streets, crosswalks, or parking areas, whether the streets or parking areas are closed to vehicle traffic. It is the sole decision of a business located within the social district to participate in the activities of the social district. Under General Statutes, the following is required to establish and operate a social district: - A Council-adopted ordinance designating a social district. - Established days and hours of operation, a boundaries map, and a written description of the designated social district. - A Council-approved management and maintenance plan must be published on the municipality's website. - Registration of the social district with the NC Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission (ABC Commission). Before a social district can become operational, a local government must submit to the ABC Commission a detailed map of the social district with the boundaries marked and the days and hours during which alcoholic beverages can be consumed. Social districts must be clearly defined, and signage must be posted in visible locations indicating the social district's boundaries and operational procedures. As mandated by general statute, social districts can only operate Monday through Saturday, 7:00 am to 2:00 am, and Sunday, 12:00 pm to 2:00 am. If a local government has allowed for earlier Sunday Sales of alcohol, a social district may operate at 10:00 am on Sunday. A local government must develop and distribute uniform signage indicating that a non-ABC permittee business is included in the social district and allows alcoholic beverages on its premises when it is active. A non-permittee participating in the social district and allowing alcohol on their premises must always display the uniform sign when it is active. A customer cannot bring an alcoholic beverage into a non-permittee business without a uniform social district sign. Alcoholic beverages that are sold for consumption in the social district may only be sold in a container that meets all the following requirements: - The container identifies the ABC permittee from which the alcoholic beverage was purchased. - The container displays the social district logo. - The container is not made of glass. - The container displays, in no less than 12-point font, the statement, "Drink Responsibly- Be 21." - The container cannot hold more than 16 fluid ounces. The sale and delivery of alcohol in a social district are subject to the same limitations as sales and deliveries of alcohol in North Carolina, where no more than two malt beverages or wine drinks at one time to a single patron and no more than one mixed beverage or spirituous liquor drink at one time to a single patron. Town staff researched social districts throughout the state of North Carolina. As of March 14, 2024, 59 municipalities in the state of North Carolina have implemented social district ordinances, including Albemarle, Asheboro, Belhaven, Brevard, Burlington, Cary, Charlotte, Claremont, Cornelius (including Lake Norman), Corolla, Cramerton, Davidson, Durham, Eden, Edenton, Elkin, Elon, Fayetteville, Franklin, Franklinton, Garner, Gastonia, Goldsboro, Greensboro, Greenville, Goldsboro, Hickory, High Point, Huntersville, Kannapolis, Laurinburg, Lenoir, Lexington, Lincolnton, Madison, Manteo, Marion, Monroe, Mooresville, Mount Airy, Newton, North Wilkesboro, Norwood, Oxford, Pilot Mountain, Pineville, Pittsboro, Raleigh, Rutherfordton, Salisbury, Selma, Statesville, Sylva, Tarboro, Washington, Wendell, Whiteville, Wilson, and Youngsville. Those considering adopting ordinances include Hendersonville, Kinston, Lowell, New Bern, Waynesville, Weaverville, and Winston-Salem. During the October 18, 2022, Town Board meeting, the Town Board voted 4 - 1 to table consideration of this item until the November 22, 2022, Town Board meeting. Town Board members voted to table the item so they may have additional time to review the proposed social district ordinance and operational plan. Also, Town Board members instructed Town staff to post social district information on the Town's Let's Talk FV website. Following the October 18 Town Board meeting, the following occurred: - Town staff published a social district website on the Let's Talk FV platform providing information on social districts, the Town of Fuquay-Varina's proposed ordinance, and the operational/maintenance plan providing an opportunity for residents to express their opinions on the adoption of the ordinance. - The Town received a resolution from the Fuquay-Varina Chamber of Commerce and the Fuquay-Varina Downtown Association unanimously supporting the adoption of the downtown social district ordinance. - Town staff held an information meeting on downtown social districts with the Fuquay- Varina Downtown Association. On November 22, 2022, the Town Board voted to table the discussion of social districts until March 2023. During the March 21, 2023, Town Board meeting, Town staff presented three alternatives to the Town, and a motion to approve the proposed social district for the Town of Fuquay-Varina using a modified hours of operation schedule was recommended. However, the motion did not pass. Since the March 2023 meeting, 25 new additional social districts have been approved in North Carolina. During this year’s Town Board Retreat, the Town Board discussed the Social District and asked Town Management to present an updated recommendation to the Town Board. The following criteria is Management’s recommendation for establishing and operating the downtown Fuquay- Varina Social Districts: - Establishment of the Fuquay-Varina Downtown Social Districts' boundaries (maps attached). - Hours of Operations: 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm (Thursday and Friday); 12:00 pm – 9:00 pm (Saturday). - Alcohol must be purchased within the social district and consumed before leaving the social district. - Permitted ABC establishments must use a social district branded label with their business name to allow customers to carry drinks into designated areas. - Individual businesses not participating and not selling alcohol may determine if they will allow branded social district cups with alcohol in their establishment. - Appropriate signage on the establishment's door will be required if the consumption of alcohol is allowed in these businesses. - Town Management will provide an operational report to the Town Board after six months of operation that addresses the success and effectiveness of the social district, any legal or public safety matters/concerns related to the social district, and any positive or negative outcomes as a directly related result of the social district. - Before implementation and activation of the social district, management will report on reasonable pedestrian safety improvements identified and addressed within downtown Fuquay-Varina and, specifically, within the social district boundaries. Town Management recommends that the following departments will be responsible for the management and maintenance of the social districts’ operations: - General Management: The Town's Downtown Development Department, Parks and Recreation Department, and Police Department will be responsible for actively managing the Town's Social Districts when in effect. - Security and Enforcement: The Town of Fuquay-Varina Police Department will provide security and enforcement of the Social Districts. - Sanitation and Maintenance: The Town's Parks and Recreation Department will provide sanitation services within the social districts, including trash removal and litter pick-up. Trash/recycling receptacles will be located at the boundaries of the Social Districts to encourage patrons to dispose of their used cups properly. - Marketing and Promotion: Marketing and promotion of the Social District will be provided by the Town of Fuquay-Varina Communications Department and the Downtown Development Manager in collaboration with ABC-permitted establishments within the Social Districts. If approved by the Town Board, once the Fuquay-Varina Social Districts are established by ordinance, Town staff anticipates the social districts to be operational within two to three months. Once all necessary steps are completed and permissions are granted from the NC ABC Commission, Town staff via social media, Town website, and coordination through local downtown businesses will notify the public that the Social Districts are in effect and operational. Town staff has performed over two years of research on establishing and operating a Social District. Staff has sought guidance from the NC Retail Merchants Associations and the North Carolina League of Municipalities. While conducting its research, Town staff participated in discussions with peer communities (including law enforcement agencies), private and non-profit organizations, and residents. These discussions addressed enforcement, safety, communication, education, economic impact, maintenance, and management of creating and operating a social district. In the more than three years since social districts were authorized, not one single municipality creating a social district has reversed its decision, but instead, municipalities have expanded the size of their districts due to successful operations and reception of the program. Feedback was also gathered from downtown retailers, restaurants, and breweries. As a result, these downtown merchant groups and individuals support creating a social district in downtown Fuquay-Varina. It is anticipated that the Fuquay-Varina Social Districts will be a valuable tool in increasing downtown's economic activity and vibrancy. The following are anticipated benefits of the social district ordinance: • Encourages economic vitality in the community. • Enhances exposure to cultural experiences for residents and visitors. • Increases foot traffic and revenue for retailers. • A business attraction for businesses interested in locating in social districts. • Opportunity to host more special events downtown. The cost for the new Social Districts' signage indicating the social districts' boundaries will be required. In addition, there will be costs associated with printing social district labels and administrative applications to the North Carolina Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission. These costs will be absorbed in the current fiscal year funding. Discussion – Mayor Massengill thanked Assistant Town Manager Jim Seymour for bringing this agenda item tonight and he stated that this item was discussed at the Town Board Retreat and direction was given to management that the majority of Commissioners would support a social district but one of the biggest concerns was safety and pedestrian crossings. He reported that signalized downtown crosswalks in certain locations will be funded in the next budget year. Mayor Massengill stated that in the budget last year the Town funded Police Officers for downtown. He reported that what was being proposed tonight is a restricted amount of time to try social districts out. Assistant Town Manager Seymour stated that the Town has received resolutions in support of social districts from the Chamber of Commerce and the Fuquay Downtown Association. Mayor Massengill asked if any of the cities in North Carolina that have social districts have had issues. Assistant Town Manager Jim Seymour stated that no other cities have reported issues, and some have actually expanded their districts. Mayor Massengill asked Police Chief Brandon Medina if he has any issues from a safety standpoint. Police Chief Medina stated that no one has reported any issues they have experienced, and he doesn’t see an issue with safety. Mayor Massengill asked Police Chief Medina if he had contacted other Police Chiefs and if they have had any issues. He stated that his department had spoken with other departments and he believes that the Fuquay-Varina Police Department can handle safety issues. Commissioner Adcock asked how the version that was originally presented compared to the version being presented tonight. Assistant Town Manager Jim Seymour stated that originally the recommended hours of operation were seven days a week from 10:00 am – 10:00 pm. In March it was presented with three alternative options and one of those options was 7 days a week from 10:00 am -10:00 pm, the other alternative was 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm Monday through Friday, and then Saturday 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm. The version that was presented tonight was Thursday through Friday 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm and Saturday 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Commissioner Adcock asked if the district is the same as it was presented in October. Assistant Town Manager Seymour stated that the district is the same. Commissioner Adcock asked if the “Social District” signs at businesses were required by the law. Assistant Town Manager Seymour stated that signs are required by law. Commissioner Adcock asked that after the 6-months trial what would the Town Board be presented with. Assistant Town Manager Jim Seymour stated following the operation and management plan staff intends to observe how it has been operated, how it is being managed, the security and enforcement, talking with the Police Department to ensure there have not been any issues and talking with sanitation and maintenance to make sure there are adequate trash and recycle receptacles to accommodate for the increase in pedestrian traffic. Also, would make sure everyone is getting the right information through marketing and communication. Assistant Town Manager Seymour reported that it is just following up and making sure the Town is successfully implementing the operation management plan. Commissioner Harris stated that previously he had voted against this item. He reported that he has not seen any cost data associated with this. He stated that no one has talked about how much this is going to cost. He reported that the Town is one of the safest cities and having worked in the field of substance abuse and being part of the Citizens Against Drugs to make sure that substance abuse could be dealt with in Fuquay-Varina, he does not feel that this is something the Town should do. He stated that this sets up an environment in the community that makes the possibility of using substance more acceptable because we as a municipality are basically saying it’s okay. He reported that historically laws were created to avoid public intoxication. He stated that there is no data that supports there is an economic benefit to social districts. He reported that there are other businesses owner’s downtown who may be impacted and who do not want to be a part of the social district. He stated that from working over 30 years in substance abuse and seeing what it can do, he would have to vote no for social districts. Commissioner Haynes asked if the signage on the cups is part of the state statue and is the Town logo required to be on the cups. Assistant Town Manager Seymour stated no, the Town’s logo does not have to be on the cups. Commissioner Haynes stated that he does not support the Town logo being on the cup labels. He thanked the Town Board and Management for allowing discussion at the Town Board retreat on this topic. He reported that he felt like there were some safety concerns previously but now the Town is working on getting lighted crosswalks and improvements for pedestrians. He stated that before he felt like he didn’t have enough data to decide and now he has tangible data not just from the State of North Carolina but outside the state. He reported when he was in Washington DC this past weekend he spoke to Mayors, Councilmen and Town Managers on this issue who have already implemented social districts as well as working towards social discipline. He stated that he has spoken with the downtown business owners and faith leaders. He reported that the first time this came before the board he felt like it was really rushed, and he didn’t have enough data to make an informed decision. Commissioner Wunsch stated that he was not on the Town Board when it was first discussed but he has read everything the Town has provided on the subject. He reported that in his decision he must think about small businesses, and what is best for the community. He stated that there has been an overwhelming number of people that are in favor of this. He feels that the safety concerns have been addressed, therefore he would be in favor of social districts. Mayor Pro-Tem Gardner stated that when this item was presented in the past and voted on, it died for a lack of a second. She reported that she has been to several meetings where this item has been discussed and since the last time this was brought up there have been several cities to adopt and expand their social districts. She stated that there has been information given about the economic impact and it is a positive impact for businesses. This social district has been tweaked and re-tweaked and we will not know if it will work until we try it. Commissioner Wunsch reported that an article came out that reported that the Town of Selma has received an enormous economic impact and benefit from having a social district. Recommendation – 1) Approve the recommended ordinance establishing the Fuquay-Varina Social Districts; and 2) Designate social district boundaries within the Town's downtown districts as indicated; and 3) Establish social district hours of operation (Thursday and Friday between 4:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. and Saturday between 12:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m.); and 4) Establish a social district management and maintenance plan as recommended. MOTION: Mayor Pro-Tem Gardner SECOND: Commissioner Wunch MOTION RESULTS: Passed Unanimously (4-1) (Commissioner Harris voted in opposition) OTHER BUSINESS 11A Manager’s Report Town Manager Adam Mitchell gave the additional following updates: o Economic/Downtown Development – Town Staff and Elected Officials attended the NC Main Street Conference last week in Goldsboro, NC. o Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources – The Parks and Recreation Department is holding a Food Truck Rodeo on Sunday, April 7, 2024 from 12:00-3:00 pm at Centennial Square. They will have the following:  8 food trucks  Food o Chick N’ Que o Tacos Las Gringas o Lobster Dogs o Hot Spot o Dessert  Royal Cheesecake & Varieties  Fairy Tales Concessions  Pelicans SnoBalls  Mr. A’s Beignets  The Band Smile will perform from 12:00-3:00 pm  A Kids Zone will offer Face Painting and a Bounce House o Arts Center – The Arts Center has the following shows: The Young Actors' Theatre production of “Finding Nemo Jr.” performs Wednesday & Thursday this week (both shows are sold out); “The Raleigh Ringers”--internationally acclaimed hand bell choir--performs at the Arts Center April 5th at 7:30pm; “Inclusive Theatre Variety Show” performs April 6th at 2pm. The Town of Fuquay Varina will celebrate being a Tree City with ArtisTree on April 13, from 1:00-4:00 pm at the Arts Center--the day's activities will include drawing projects and free tree seedlings. o Fire Department – The Fire Department has had two career ladder moves - Caleb Thompson from Firefighter I to Firefighter II and Colin Marley from Firefighter I to Firefighter II. Deputy Fire Marshall William Lingle received his Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership from Waldorf University. o Police Department – The Police Department has hired Officer Iman Roshan and was sworn in by Mayor Massengill yesterday afternoon. The Police Department was able to raise $3,600 from this  past weekend’s Polar Plunge at The Retreat and in total the Police Department has already raised nearly $27,000 this year for the Special Olympics of North Carolina. o Information Technology – The SmartSheet Project tracking solution will go live March 21, 2024. Beginning in April, the Board members will start receiving projects status updates via Smartsheet. The IT will be sending training materials out to the board members before the April 2 nd Board meeting. o Finance Department – The Finance Department is working on the FY 24-25 Budget and is continuing to meet with directors. o Changes in Land Use Regulations - Town Manager Mitchell, Assistant Town Manager Seymour, Planning Director Davison, and Assistant Planning Director Sigmund attended a roundtable discussion this morning hosted by the Triangle Community Coalition that featured Tim Minton, NC Homebuilders Association Executive Vice President and Jim Joyce, Professor of Public Law and Government with the UNC School of Government. The presentation was excellent and an insight into current, new, and possible future legislation affecting local control and land use planning. o Fire Station No. 4 – Management took a tour this afternoon and the facility is absolutely amazing, and we are fortunate to have a facility like this to be able to serve the community in addition to providing an excellent work environment for our fire staff. o Tour of WakeMed Medical Office Building – Mayor Blake Massengill, Town Manager Adam Mitchell, Assistant Town Manager Jim Seymour, and Chamber of Commerce President Dustin Williams toured the new WakeMed Medical Office Building on US 401. The 82,432 square feet state of the art medical facility opens this spring and will feature orthopedic, physical therapy, primary care, cardiology, urology, pediatric primary care, OBGYN, radiology imaging, and laboratory services. o Raleigh-Wake Homebuilders Association Government Affairs Committee – Mayor Massengill and Town Manager Mitchell met with the committee of nearly 50 homebuilders, developers, realtors, and consultants to provide an update on town initiatives. The Town is being viewed favorably by the development community. 11.B Ribbon Cutting - Fire Station #4 - Thursday, March 21, 2024 - 2:00 pm - 4821 Wade Nash Road 11.C Easter Egg Hunt - Saturday March 23, 2024 - 10:00 am - Fleming Loop Park 11.D FVDA - Downtown Candy Hop - Saturday March 23, 2024 - 11:00 am - 2:00 pm 11.E Arm Wrestling Competition Police and Fire Department - Fundraiser Special Olympics - Sunday, March 24, 2024 - 1:00 - 3:00 pm - Fainting Goat Brewery - 330 S. Main Street 11.F Food Truck Rodeo - Sunday April 7, 2024 - 12:00 - 3:00 pm - Centennial Square 11.G FM2FV Concert - The Embers - Thursday April 11, 2024 - 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm - Centennial Park 11.H Holsters and Hoses Charity Event - Saturday April 20, 2024 - 10:00 am - 12:00 pm - Fainting Goat Brewing Company Adjacent Parking Lot - 330 S. Main Street 11.I Budget Workshop - Monday April 22, 2024 - 6:00 pm - Town Hall Board Room 11.J Town Code Amendment - Town of Fuquay-Varina - Land Development Ordinance (LDO) Amendment #26 - CTA-2024-01 - (FIRST READING) - (Davison) 11K Zoning Map Amendment - Michael Blakley, Drafting & Design Services - 710 S Main Street & 115 Hillcrest Drive - PINs 0656942544 & 0656941516 - REZ-2024-02 - (FIRST READING) - (Davison) BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS Commissioner Harris stated that he had no comments. Commissioner Adcock stated that he likes being a Commissioner because of all the good things happening in the town. He reported that his job as Commissioner is not easy and there is a lot of decisions to make and not all of them are easy ones to make. He stated that he appreciates the citizens giving him the opportunity to be a part of the Town Board. Commissioner Wunsch stated that he enjoys being back on the Town Board and he is blessed to have a wonderful Town Board, wonderful management, wonderful staff and awesome citizens. He reported that he is so grateful that the Town is honoring Fire Chief Mauldin by naming the History Room after him. He also wished his daughter Lilah a happy 11 th birthday. Commissioner Haynes stated he is looking forward to the ribbon cutting at Fire Station No. 4 this week. He commended Commissioner Harris for hosting a wonderful North Carolina Municipal Elected Officials reception in Washington DC this past week. He reported that he was able to attend both councils that the North Carolina League of Cities appointed him to - the Small Cities Council and the Real Equity and Leadership Council. Mayor Pro-Tem Gardner stated that one of the sessions at the NC Main Street Conference was a presentation about all the grant money that is available, and they will be forwarding the links to everyone for the grant opportunities. She reported that she attended the grand re-opening of Tacos Mexico that has been in Fuquay-Varina for 18 years. She congratulated the Arts Center Director Maureen Daly on the 5th anniversary of the Arts Center. She stated that she is looking forward to the ribbon cutting ceremony of Fire Station No. 4 this week and celebrating Fire Chief Tony Mauldin’s legacy. She reported that she participated in the polar plunge this past Saturday at The Retreat to help raise funds for the Special Olympics. Mayor Massengill reminded citizens that the WakeMed Office building will have a variety of medical services available to the citizens and it should be opening soon. He reported that the Town Easter Egg Hunt will be this Saturday at exactly at 10:00 am and hopes to see everyone there. He urged everyone to be there on time because the children gather the eggs up quickly. Recreation & Parks Director Jonathan Cox reported that there will be 33,000 eggs hidden this year. The following items are Mayor Massengill’s past and future events: Past Events 3/6 -Home Builder Government Affair Committee Meeting 3/6 – Call with Wake County Democratic Party Nominee Tara Waters 3/6 – Chamber Ribbon Cutting – Tacos Mexico 3/6 – Painting with a Cop  3/7 – Chamber Ribbon Cutting – Charlene’s Granny’s Sweets Food 3/9 – Judge American Legion Soup Cook Off 3/11 – FVHS 50th Anniversary Steering Committee Meeting 3/12 – Tour Wake Medical Office 3/13 – Main Street Conference 3/14 – Chamber Ribbon Cutting Whole Story Home Inspection 3/16 – Police Department Polar Plunge – The Retreat at Fuquay-Varina Apartment – Pool 3/17 – Wake County Mayors Association Upcoming Events 3/30 – CAMPO Exec. Board Meeting 3/30 – Chamber Business After Hours 3/21 – Fire Station #4 Ribbon Cutting 3/21 – Chamber Ribbon Cutting – Greater Culture CrossFit 3/23 – Town Easter Egg Hunt – Fleming Field 3/23 – FVDA Candy Hop - Downtown 3/27 – Board Ambassador Social 3/28 – FVEDC Board Meeting 3/28 – Chamber Ribbon Cutting – Granny’s Sweets ADJOURNMENT A motion was made to adjourn the meeting at 8:53 p.m. MOTION: Commissioner Wunsch SECOND: Mayor Pro-Tem Gardner MOTION RESULT: Passed Unanimously (5-0) The minutes from the March 19, 2024, Town Board of Commissioners regularly scheduled meeting are adopted this 2nd day of April in the year 2024 in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina. FUQUAY-VARINA, NORTH CAROLINA  J. Blake Massengill, Mayor ATTEST (TOWN SEAL) Teresa Wilder, Deputy Town Clerk